Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Political activity has intensified in Chhattisgarh after the Election Commission of India announced the schedule for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. Voting for two Rajya Sabha seats from Chhattisgarh will take place on March 16, 2026, with results to be declared the same day. The elections are being held to fill vacancies created … Read more
Raipur, India: In a major push toward digital governance, the Government of Chhattisgarh has launched the Digital Farmer Book, a new online system that allows farmers to access complete land records directly on their mobile phones. The initiative was formally launched in Raipur by Chhattisgarh’s Revenue Minister Tank Ram Verma. The move is being seen … Read more
Raipur: Members of Parliament from Chhattisgarh held a high-level meeting with railway officials at the Raipur DRM Office to discuss the expansion of rail services, faster completion of infrastructure projects, and the introduction of new trains, including Vande Bharat services. The meeting was attended by the General Manager of South East Central Railway, Tarun Prakash, … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh — Politics in Chhattisgarh is undergoing a clear generational shift. Traditional election issues such as farmers, paddy procurement, and welfare schemes have taken a back seat as youth voters emerge as the primary political battleground ahead of the 2028 state assembly elections and the 2029 general elections. Both the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party … Read more
Raipur, India: An IndiGo aircraft arriving from Bhopal made an aborted landing attempt at Swami Vivekananda Airport on Saturday afternoon, triggering brief concern among passengers. The aircraft later landed safely on its second attempt, officials said. According to airport authorities, the ATR aircraft approached the runway at around 2:50 p.m. but was unable to complete … Read more
Raipur, India: With Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations approaching, students across the country are intensifying their preparations. Chemistry, often considered one of the most challenging subjects, remains a major source of stress for many students. To address these concerns, subject expert Sunita Pandey has shared practical tips to help students perform better in … Read more
Raipur: Political tensions escalated in Chhattisgarh after former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel claimed he had received an offer to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Responding sharply, state Forest Minister and senior BJP leader Kedar Kashyap dismissed the claim, saying neither Chhattisgarh nor the BJP needs Bhupesh Baghel. Speaking to reporters, Kashyap accused Baghel of … Read more
Raipur : The Chhattisgarh government is facing mounting pressure over its prolonged delay in reimbursing private schools under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, with school managements warning of a statewide non-cooperation movement if an immediate decision is not taken. The Chhattisgarh Private School Management Association has submitted a final memorandum to the State Education … Read more
Raipur : The ongoing protest by D.Ed-qualified candidates over the Chhattisgarh Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2023 has now gained national attention, with former Union Minister and ex-Jharkhand Chief Minister Arjun Munda stepping in to support the agitating aspirants. His intervention has significantly increased political pressure on the Vishnu Deo Sai-led state government. In a letter addressed … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday said that India’s Union Budget 2026–27 is not merely an annual financial document but a long-term roadmap aimed at transforming the country into a developed nation by 2047. Speaking at an interaction program held at the New Circuit House in Raipur … Read more
Raipur, India: Former Chhattisgarh excise minister and Konta legislator Kawasi Lakhma was released from Raipur Central Jail on Tuesday after the Supreme Court granted him interim bail in the alleged liquor scam case. Lakhma had spent nearly a year in custody. Calling his release a “victory of truth,” Lakhma thanked the judiciary and said he … Read more
Raipur : The shadow of Chhattisgarh’s infamous ₹6,000-crore Mahadev online betting scam has resurfaced, prompting swift action from the state police to prevent the emergence of a new organized betting syndicate. Acting on intelligence inputs from Kanker and Rajnandgaon districts, police headquarters moved quickly to disrupt the network at a nascent stage and suspended a … Read more
Raipur: Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has expressed strong skepticism ahead of the Union Budget, saying he has “no expectations” from the central government. Criticizing past budget announcements, Baghel claimed that earlier promises failed to deliver any real benefits to the public. Speaking to the media in Raipur, Baghel pointed out that even last … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh |In a significant crackdown on narcotics trafficking, Raipur Rural Police have arrested a woman and seized a large consignment of drugs, cash, and weapons under their ongoing anti-drug अभियान “Operation Nischay.” Acting on specific intelligence, the Tilda-Neora Police Station team arrested 30-year-old Madhu Mishra from her residence at Atal Niwas, Ward No. 22, … Read more
Raipur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio program “Mann Ki Baat” was broadcast across the country on Sunday, drawing enthusiastic participation in Chhattisgarh’s capital, Raipur. The program was specially organized by the BJP Kisan Morcha at the auditorium of Indira Gandhi Agricultural University, where senior BJP leaders and local citizens gathered to listen to the … Read more
Raipur, India:In a major political development in Chhattisgarh, a sessions court in Raipur has ordered a full-fledged trial against former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel in the controversial CD scandal that shook the state’s politics in 2017–18. The court allowed a review petition filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), overturning an earlier order of … Read more
New Delhi/Raipur:On January 26, 2026, the historic Kartavya Path in New Delhi will witness a powerful visual narrative of Chhattisgarh’s courage, sacrifice, and tribal resilience, as the state presents a grand tableau at the Republic Day Parade. The tableau will showcase the heroic legacy of tribal freedom fighters, mass uprisings, and the 118-year-old resolve behind … Read more
Raipur, India Raipur is witnessing a wave of excitement and a festive cricket atmosphere ahead of a T20 match, as the Indian cricket team and its head coach, two-time World Cup winner Gautam Gambhir, are set to arrive in the city. The buzz comes in the build-up to the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, with … Read more
Raipur । In a major breakthrough in the CGMSC scam case, the Anti-Corruption Bureau has arrested three accused in connection with large-scale financial irregularities under the state’s ambitious “Hamar Lab” diagnostic scheme. The arrests were made on January 18, 2026, in Crime No. 05/2025 registered under Sections 409 and 120-B of the Indian Penal Code … Read more
Raipur: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Raipur Zonal Office, has arrested Shashank Chopda, a partner of M/s Mokshit Corporation, in connection with an alleged large-scale medical equipment and reagent procurement scam in Chhattisgarh. The arrest was made on January 14, 2026, under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. Chopda was … Read more
Raipur: Achyutanand Dwivedi, currently the Managing Editor of The Pioneer Hindi, has now been entrusted with the additional responsibility of Editor of The Pioneer English edition. With this appointment, he has become the first editor in the history of Chhattisgarh to oversee both the Hindi and English editions of the same newspaper. The Pioneer, one … Read more
Mungeli । In a major crackdown to ensure transparency and smooth functioning of the paddy procurement system, the district administration of Mungeli has taken strict action against irregularities in custom milling. Acting on alerts received from the State Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) and following the instructions of the Chief Secretary Mr. Vikas Sheel, … Read more
After Navapara–Rajim Robbery, Sarafa Association Bans Entry with Helmets and Burqas in Jewellery Shops Raipur/Bilaspur:Following the sensational jewellery robbery incident in Navapara–Rajim, a wave of concern and anger has spread among goldsmiths and jewellery traders across Chhattisgarh. In view of growing security threats, the Chhattisgarh State Sarafa Association convened an emergency high-level meeting to strengthen … Read more
Message of energy, discipline and focus inspired by Swami Vivekananda Jayanti On the occasion of Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary, celebrated across the country as National Youth Day, Delhi IAS Academy marked its 19th Foundation Day with great enthusiasm and dignity. To commemorate the occasion, the academy organized a grand “Yuvathan Marathon” in the morning, aimed … Read more
