Raipur, India: Amid political controversy over alleged illegal opium cultivation in Chhattisgarh, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has taken a firm stance and directed district administrations to conduct a comprehensive survey to ensure that no illegal opium farming is taking place anywhere in the state. The Chief Minister has instructed all district collectors to identify … Read more
Raipur — Speculation is growing in administrative and political circles following the empanelment of senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Amit Kumar for appointment to posts at the Additional Director General (ADG) level or equivalent in the Government of India. A 1998-batch IPS officer of the Chhattisgarh cadre, Kumar is currently serving as Additional Director … Read more
Raipur, India: Vishnu Deo Sai, the Chief Minister of the Indian state of Chhattisgarh, met with Noriaki Abe, Minister for Political Affairs at the Embassy of Japan in India, on Monday to discuss potential industrial investment and economic cooperation. The meeting took place at the Chief Minister’s office in the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly complex in … Read more
South East Central Railway has announced the cancellation and partial rescheduling of several passenger trains due to ongoing infrastructure work on the busy Howrah–Mumbai main line. The work is being carried out in the Bilaspur–Jharsuguda railway section as part of a project to construct a fourth railway line to improve capacity and train operations. Non-Interlocking … Read more
Raipur, India: Young aspirants from the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh have made the state proud by securing success in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination 2025, one of the toughest competitive exams in the country. The final results were announced on Friday, with a total of 958 candidates clearing the examination. … Read more
Raipur, India: Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing the party of political pressure in the resignation of Nitish Kumar and criticizing the state government over law and order and issues related to paddy procurement. Speaking in Raipur, Baghel compared recent political developments in Maharashtra … Read more
Bilaspur, India: While the capital city of Raipur witnessed three murder incidents within just five hours on the day of the Holi festival, the situation remained calm and controlled in Bilaspur thanks to a strong and proactive policing strategy. Authorities in Bilaspur implemented a comprehensive security plan well before the festival. Under the leadership of … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh: The ruling party in the state, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has formally filed its nomination for the upcoming 2026 Rajya Sabha Election in Chhattisgarh, with party leader Laxmi Verma entering the race for a seat in India’s upper house of Parliament. Verma submitted her nomination papers at the state legislative assembly in Raipur … Read more
Bilaspur/Raipur, March 3, 2026 — The High Court of Chhattisgarh on Monday granted regular bail to former senior bureaucrat Anil Tuteja in connection with an alleged liquor scam being investigated by the state’s Economic Offences Wing/Anti-Corruption Bureau. The order was passed by Justice Arvind Kumar Verma on Tuteja’s second bail application, filed after the Supreme … Read more
Raipur: The Chhattisgarh Budget 2026–27, presented by Finance Minister O. P. Chaudhary, has placed agriculture at the center of the state’s development agenda, promising strong income support for farmers. While the government has projected the budget as farmer-friendly, agricultural economists caution that its long-term impact on sustainability and structural reform remains limited. As an agriculture-dependent … Read more
Raipur: Chhattisgarh Finance Minister O. P. Chaudhary on Wednesday presented a ₹1.72 lakh crore state budget for the financial year 2026 in the Legislative Assembly. This is the third budget of the government led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, and it has been themed “SANKALP”, reflecting the government’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable development. … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh — A disturbing case of alleged animal cruelty has come to light in Raipur, where two pet dogs were reportedly assaulted, with one allegedly being scalded with boiling water. The incident has triggered widespread public outrage and prompted swift legal action following the emergence of a video recorded by a neighbor. The footage, … Read more
Raipur, India: The Indian state of Chhattisgarh is set to present its annual budget for the 2026–27 fiscal year on Monday, with Finance Minister O.P. Choudhary describing it as a budget centered on “trust and development.” The budget will be tabled in the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly at 12:30 p.m. local time during the ongoing budget … Read more
Raipur — Investigative authorities have arrested Anil Tuteja in connection with an alleged misuse of District Mineral Foundation (DMF) funds, following an extensive investigation into Case No. 02/2024 registered by the Bureau. According to officials, the arrest was made after the examination of crucial digital evidence, documentary records, and statements from multiple individuals. Preliminary findings … Read more
Raipur: With the Chhattisgarh government set to present the state budget on February 24, expectations are rising across various sections of society. The Chhattisgarh Employee Officers Federation has expressed strong hopes from the budget, while also warning of protests if its long-pending demands are not addressed. The budget will be presented in the Chhattisgarh Legislative … Read more
Raipur: Ahead of the presentation of the state budget, Chhattisgarh Finance Minister O.P. Chaudhary tabled the Economic Survey 2025–26 in the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly on Monday, painting an optimistic picture of the state’s economic trajectory. According to the survey, Chhattisgarh is expected to record a 11.57% growth in Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) in 2025–26, … Read more
Raipur: The budget session of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly began today, February 23. Proceedings started at 11 a.m. The House first paid tribute to the late Deendayal Singh Porte, a former member of the undivided Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly. Following the condolence, the Governor delivered the customary address to the Assembly, after which a motion … Read more
Baloda Bazar, Chhattisgarh: The 80th grand convention of the Manwa Kurmi Kshatriya Community commenced on Saturday at the Sonchand Verma Memorial Foundation site in Champa village, Baloda Bazar district. The two-day event opened with a massive Kalash Yatra (ceremonial procession), sending a strong message of social harmony and unity. Thousands of women participated in the … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh : Tensions ran high in Raipur on Saturday as workers of the Indian Youth Congress attempted to march toward the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state office to stage a protest. Heavy police barricading and security arrangements prevented the demonstrators from reaching the BJP headquarters. The protest was led by Akash Sharma, President of … Read more
Raipur: The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) will conduct the State Service (Preliminary) Examination 2025 on Sunday, February 22, 2026. All preparations for the examination have been completed, and candidates have been advised to strictly follow the prescribed guidelines, including dress code and reporting time. Exam Centers Across 33 Districts The CGPSC Prelims will be … Read more
Raipur: To manage the heavy passenger rush during the Holi festival, the South East Central Railway has announced the operation of special trains on key routes. A total of 14 round trips will be operated from major stations including Durg, Bilaspur, and Gondia to ensure smooth travel during the festive season. Holi will be celebrated … Read more
Raipur, India: The Government of Chhattisgarh has set an ambitious target to construct one million water conservation structures by May 31, 2026, reaffirming its commitment to turning water conservation into a mass movement, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said on Friday. The announcement was made during a high-level review meeting of the Jal Sanchay–Jan Bhagidari … Read more
Raipur: Thousands of young aspirants in Chhattisgarh are set to get a major boost in government employment as the School Education Department prepares to release an advertisement for the recruitment of 5,000 teaching and academic posts in government schools across the state. According to official sources, the recruitment will cover posts of Assistant Teacher, Teacher, … Read more
Raipur: In a significant and inclusive decision, the Chhattisgarh government has granted Muslim government employees permission to leave work one hour early during the holy month of Ramadan. The order has been issued in view of the religious practices observed during the fasting month. According to the directive released by the General Administration Department of … Read more
