Raipur

Raipur/Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh | The Chhattisgarh Jewellers Association has publicly supported Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s reported appeal urging citizens to refrain from purchasing gold for one year, describing the move as a long-term economic reform that could strengthen India’s financial stability and reshape the traditional jewellery trade. Association President Kamal Soni said jewellers and traders should … Read more

Raipur, India — : Police in Raipur have recovered approximately ₹1.6 million (around $160,000 USD) in cash from a suspicious parcel at a private transport office, officials said on Tuesday. According to the office of the Deputy Commissioner of Police (West Zone), Sandeep Patel, authorities received a tip-off regarding a parcel being shipped from Kolkata … Read more

Chhattisgarh High Court Grants Anticipatory Bail to Former IAS Officer Anil Tuteja Raipur, India | In a significant legal development, the High Court of Chhattisgarh has granted anticipatory bail to former Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Anil Tuteja in connection with an alleged inter-state liquor policy scam linked to Jharkhand. Defense Challenges Allegations and Jurisdiction … Read more

Raipur : In a key organizational move, the Indian National Congress has appointed Sangeeta Sinha as the Acting State President of its women’s wing in Chhattisgarh, bringing an end to a prolonged wait for leadership clarity within the unit. Ms. Sinha, who represents the Sanjari-Balod विधानसभा constituency in the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly, has been entrusted … Read more

Raipur  — In a significant administrative move aimed at ensuring the smooth execution of the upcoming Census 2027, the Chhattisgarh state government has ordered a temporary halt on the transfer of officials and employees engaged in census-related duties. The directive emphasizes continuity and stability in field operations, allowing transfers only under exceptional and unavoidable circumstances. … Read more

Raipur, India: India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) has significantly expanded its investigation into alleged foreign funding linked to religious conversion activities in the Maoist-affected Bastar region of Chhattisgarh. According to official sources, at least 153 organizations receiving overseas financial support have now come under scrutiny, as authorities intensify efforts to trace suspected misuse of funds. Preliminary … Read more

Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh — A disturbing incident from the Bilaspur district has triggered widespread public anger after a video surfaced showing an alleged assault inside the Ratanpur Police Station. The footage reportedly shows a complainant being slapped multiple times by a police officer, raising serious concerns about abuse of power and accountability within law enforcement. Allegations … Read more

Bilaspur, India — A growing controversy is unfolding in the central Indian city of Bilaspur, where members of the local jewelry trade are accusing banks and gold finance companies of inadvertently enabling criminals to monetize stolen jewelry through loosely regulated gold loan systems. The Bilaspur Sarafa (Jewelry) Association has voiced serious concerns over what it … Read more

Dhemaji/Lakhimpur, Assam: Arun Sao, Deputy Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates in a high-energy nomination rally in Assam’s Dhemaji district, drawing thousands of supporters and signaling strong momentum ahead of the upcoming state elections. The rally witnessed a massive public turnout, with roads, streets, and major intersections across Dhemaji filled with … Read more

Raipur, India — In a surprising narcotics bust, authorities in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh have arrested two young women for allegedly trafficking approximately 24 kilograms (about 53 pounds) of marijuana aboard a high-speed passenger train. The arrests were made on the Vande Bharat Express, one of India’s premium semi-high-speed trains, during a joint … Read more

Raipur, India — In a surprising narcotics bust, authorities in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh have arrested two young women for allegedly trafficking approximately 24 kilograms (about 53 pounds) of marijuana aboard a high-speed passenger train. The arrests were made on the Vande Bharat Express, one of India’s premium semi-high-speed trains, during a joint … Read more

Raigarh, India —  Police in Raigarh have uncovered a large-scale illegal opium cultivation operation in a remote village, seizing narcotics valued at over ₹2.05 crore (approximately $250,000 USD). The operation, carried out in Amaghat village under Tamnar police jurisdiction, has led to the arrest of one suspect, while two others remain on the run. According … Read more

Raipur : In a significant move aimed at safeguarding the future of students and ensuring transparency in recruitment, the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly has unanimously passed the Chhattisgarh Public Recruitment and Professional Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2026. The legislation received rare bipartisan support, with both the ruling party and opposition backing the measure, highlighting … Read more

Raipur, India: In a major step toward modernizing railway infrastructure monitoring, the Raipur Division of South East Central Railway has begun deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered drones to inspect Overhead Equipment (OHE) structures. The initiative aims to strengthen operational safety, reliability, and efficiency in railway operations by integrating advanced technologies into routine infrastructure inspections. According to … Read more

Raipur, India: Investigators have filed a chargesheet against a bank manager accused of embezzling millions of rupees from a government account in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh. The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the state’s Anti-Corruption Bureau has submitted a 1,290-page chargesheet against the main accused, Vijay Kumar Ahke, in a court in Raipur. … Read more