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IIT Bhilai Student's Death Sparks Probe Into Medical Negligence

The death of Saumil (Somil) Sahu, an 18-year-old first-year at IIT Bhilai, has triggered outrage on campus and prompted a police investigation into alleged medical negligence by the institute's health centre.

NDTV 13 Nov 2025 12:15 pm

India will bring revolution through 7 pillars of AI Mission: LG

Says 89 pc startups into technological innovation Jammu Tawi, Nov 10: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Monday said that India will bring a new revolution in agriculture, health, climate sector and governance through the seven pillars of AI Mission. Addressing the annual convocation of Indian Institute of Technology, Bhilai at Chhattisgarh, LG Sinha [] The post India will bring revolution through 7 pillars of AI Mission: LG appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 11 Nov 2025 12:43 am

India Poised for New Revolution Through 7 Pillars of AI Mission: LG Sinha

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Monday said that India will bring a new revolution in agriculture, health, climate sector and governance through the seven pillars of AI Mission. Addressing the annual convocation of Indian Institute of Technology, Bhilai at Chhattisgarh, LG Sinha, said that around 89 percent startups in the country are into technological []

KashmirLife 10 Nov 2025 10:24 pm

Lieutenant Governor Graces the Annual Convocation of IIT Bhilai

Jammu, 10th November: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha graced and addressed the annual convocation of Indian Institute of Technology, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh today. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor said that young engineers and scientists must focus on providing new solutions to take the industries and the nation forward, convert scientific and technical principles [] The post Lieutenant Governor Graces the Annual Convocation of IIT Bhilai appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kashmir Media Watch 10 Nov 2025 8:15 pm

India Built Dynamic Tech Ecosystem Despite Global Challenges: LG Sinha

BHILAI, Nov 10: India has succeeded in creating a dynamic technology ecosystem and continues to strengthen its position as the worlds fastest-growing economy despite challenges like trade tariffs and skill gaps, Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said on Monday. India has now become the worlds fourth-largest economy and is on course to become [] The post India Built Dynamic Tech Ecosystem Despite Global Challenges: LG Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 10 Nov 2025 4:41 pm

India Built Dynamic Tech Ecosystem Despite Global Challenges: LG Manoj Sinha

BHILAI, Nov 10: India has succeeded in creating a dynamic technology ecosystem and continues to strengthen its position as the worlds fastest-growing economy despite challenges like trade tariffs and skill gaps, Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said on Monday. India has now become the worlds fourth-largest economy and is on course to become a USD 5 trillion economy by 2027, he said, addressing the 5th convocation of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhilai in Chhattisgarhs Durg district [] The post India Built Dynamic Tech Ecosystem Despite Global Challenges: LG Manoj Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 10 Nov 2025 4:15 pm

Chhattisgarh to embark on plan to create integrated capital region covering four cities

RAIPUR: The BJP-ruled Chhattisgarh government will venture into a major development plan next month, to create the State Capital Region (SCR) after Governor Ramen Deka approved a bill passed during the last monsoon session in the Assembly. The concept for the establishment of Chhattisgarh Capital Region, said to be on similar lines of the National Capital Region, will incorporate four citiesRaipur, Nava Raipur, Bhilai-Durg under one integrated development master plan. The notification on the SCR has been issued with a publication in the state gazette. According to the notification, the entire plan has been divided into nine zones, explaining in detail when, what and how the various works are going to be accomplished while carrying out simultaneous development of the four cities. The state NITI Ayog has elucidated the development plan for cities to be integrated as SCR in the vision document 'Chhattisgarh Anjor 2047.' The planned urbanisation programme will give priority to 13 major areas, including education, healthcare, transport, information technology, business, tourism, skill training, and modern infrastructure. The development of SCR will further serve as the growth engine for the state's economy as well. It will boost the scope of industrial investment, and expedite possibilities of urban development and employment in the region, said Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. The issuing of notification makes way for the setting up of a Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA). The SCR will integrate 23 civic bodies and around 700 villages, an official said. A well-planned survey and conceiving a detailed project report (DPR) for SCR remain in focus to ensure efficient public services for the population that is expected to exceed 50 lakh by 2031. To meet the growing demand of urbanisation and rising population pressure, the CRDA will work similarly to the NCR Planning Board, Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority, he added. The chief minister will serve as the chairperson of the CRDA and the authority will have ministers of urban administration and development, housing and environment, and public works department, along with the state's chief secretary and secretaries from key departments. The urban population of Chhattisgarh is stated to be around 27 per cent and this is expected to touch 45 per cent in 2047. The process of land acquisition and the development in the SCR will be done by the CRDA after it comes into existence. The creation of SCR, envisioned as a growth engine in the state, was among the pledges declared by the ruling BJP in its 2023 Assembly poll manifesto.

The New Indian Express 25 Oct 2025 5:49 pm

NCLT orders insolvency proceedings against Bhilai Jaypee Cement

NEW DELHI, Oct 22: The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has directed for initiation of insolvency proceedings against Bhilai Jaypee Cement, a subsidiary of debt-ridden group Jaiprakash Associates Limited, for a default of Rs 45 crore. The direction of Cuttack bench of NCLT came after it admitted a plea filed by the companys operational creditor Sidhgiri Holdings Pvt Ltd, to which Bhilai Jaypee Cement owed Rs 45 crore against supply of coal. A two-member NCLT bench also appointed an [] The post NCLT orders insolvency proceedings against Bhilai Jaypee Cement appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 22 Oct 2025 1:03 pm

Could roses help heal diabetic wounds? A new research paper finds out

Researchers from Shiv Nadar University, Delhi-NCR and IIT Bhilai have developed a hydrogel enriched with rose-derived extracellular vesicles and carbon dots, which has shown promise in treating diabetic wounds; if successful, this could be a cost-effective treatment for a growing health burden

The Hindu 27 Sep 2025 8:30 am

Chhattisgarh EOW arrests Chaitanya Baghel after HC denies pre-arrest bail in multi-crore liquor scam

RAIPUR: The Chhattisgarh State Bureau for Investigation of Economic Offences (EOW) on Wednesday arrested Chaitanya Baghel, son of former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, following the High Courts refusal to grant him pre-arrest bail. Earlier, the EOW had presented a production warrant before the special court in Raipur, seeking custody of Chaitanya for interrogation in connection with the alleged liquor scam. Chaitanya was produced before the court on Wednesday and has been remanded to EOW custody until 6 October. After the High Court rejected his anticipatory bail plea, the Raipur special court also refused to grant any relief. On 15 September, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed its fifth supplementary charge-sheet, spanning 7,000 pages, against Chaitanya in the special court as part of the ongoing investigation into the multi-crore liquor scam. Chaitanya was earlier arrested by the ED on 18 July from his residence in Bhilai. The ED has identified him as the ultimate authority and controller of the liquor syndicate that began operations in 2019 during the tenure of Congress CM Bhupesh Baghel. Court sends Chaitanya Baghel, son of ex-Chhattisgarh CM, to judicial custody in liquor 'scam' case According to the EDs charge-sheet, two co-accused, former IAS officer Anil Tuteja and Anwar Dhebar, were designated as the front figures responsible for managing the operational and administrative aspects of the syndicate. The federal probe agency has alleged Chaitanyas key involvement in laundering over Rs 1,000 crore in proceeds from the excise scam. He is said to have played an authoritative decisive role in handling funds, acting as the apex figure in the group to promote a common interest. Chaitanya is also alleged to have been a major beneficiary of the illegal revenue generated by the liquor syndicate, which operated in coordination with businessmen and political figures. In addition to the ED, the EOW has registered a case and is conducting a parallel investigation into the liquor scam. Earlier this year, the state agency filed a charge-sheet against 22 excise officials and six-time Congress MLA Kawasi Lakhma in connection with the case. ED arrests Chaitanya Baghel, son of Bhupesh Baghel, in liquor 'scam' linked money laundering case

The New Indian Express 24 Sep 2025 10:25 pm

Congress launches Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod padyatra in Chhattisgarh over alleged voter list irregularities

RAIPUR: The opposition Congress on Tuesday launched a three-day Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod Abhiyan (thief of votes, give up the seat) padyatra campaign from Raigarh to highlight the alleged irregularities in the voter lists among the masses in Chhattisgarh. The programme commenced with a public rally addressed by the party state in-charge Sachin Pilot and the signature campaign. While blaming the BJP for alleged vote theft and claiming that the Election Commission (EC) took no notice of evidence of electoral wrongdoing, Pilot said, The time has come for all to get aware, understand and fight for the right as a voter. Rahulji has given evidence on vote theft. Everyone respects and submits before the might of democracy but we will never tolerate any conspiracy intended to plunder the democracy. The party leaders stated that the evidence presented by the Leader of Opposition Rajul Gandhi about the 'irregularities' in the countrys electoral system, particularly the voters list, is serious and raises questions over the fairness of recent elections. The Chhattisgarh home minister Vijay Sharma said that the Congress should not spread confusion and mislead the people in the name of voter theft. From Raigarh, the three-day padyatra will pass through Korba, Takhatpur, Mungeli, Bemetara, Rajnandgaon, Durg and culminate at Bhilai on September 18 covering a distance of over 530 km in the state. The Congress during the programme has planned to organise foot-march, signature campaigns, torch processions, motorcycle rallies and public meetings, said Sushil Anand Shukla, chairman Congress media cell. The functioning of the Election Commission has been under suspicion for the last few years. Why EC is denying digital voter lists to political parties. The elections of the country were being rigged and votes stolen, alleged Deepak Baij, state Congress president. The leader of opposition Charandas Mahant, former CM Bhupesh Baghel, former deputy CM T S Singhdeo, party secretaries S Sampat, Jarita Laitphlang, Vijay Jangid, along with senior leaders, office bearers, workers and supporters will attend the padyatra campaign.

The New Indian Express 16 Sep 2025 7:59 pm

Liquor scam: ED files charge-sheet against former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghels son

RAIPUR: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday filed a 7,000-page charge-sheet (prosecution complaint) against Chaitanya Baghel , son of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, before the special court at Raipur in connection with the ongoing probe linked to the multi-crore liquor scam case . Chaitanya was arrested by ED on July 18 at his Bhilai residence. The ED had cited Chaitanyas alleged key involvement in laundering over Rs 1000 crore in the excise scam case and a portion of the massive scandal channelised into his real estate project Vitthal Green under Baghel Developers. ED has earlier claimed that the investigation has divulged on how Rs 16.70 crore in liquor scam proceeds were seemingly laundered via Baghels real estate ventures, besides in such entities like Dhillon City Mall, Dillon Drinks. Chaitanya, according to the probe agency, emerged as a key beneficiary of the illegal revenue contributed from the alleged liquor syndicate coordinated through businessmen and political individuals. The Central probe agency estimated that Proceeds of Crime of around Rs 2,161 crore have been generated by the suspects in the liquor scam. The Chhattisgarh state Bureau for Investigation of Economic Offences (EOW) has also presented a production warrant before the special court on Monday, seeking the custody of Chaitanya for interrogation into the liquor scam. Besides the ED, the EOW has registered a case in the liquor scam and is probing into it. The state investigating agency has earlier this year filed charge-sheet against 22 excise officials and a six-time Congress MLA, Kawasi Lakhma, in the given case. 'This is a pattern': SC chides ED in Chhattisgarh liquor scam case for 'making allegations without evidence'

The New Indian Express 15 Sep 2025 8:38 pm

Chhattisgarh liquor scam: Chaitanya Baghel's judicial remand extended till August 18

RAIPUR: The judicial remand of Chaitanya Baghel , son of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, has been extended by another 14 days by the special PMLA court in Raipur in connection with the ongoing probe linked to multi-crore liquor scam case. Chaitanya, arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on July 18 from his Bhilai residence, was produced before the court upon the expiry of his initial 14-day remand. Chaitanya's counsel, Faisal Rizvi, stated,The ED sought another routine 14-day judicial remand, which the court granted, extending custody till August 18. The court also directed the agency to file a charge sheet within seven days. The EDs remand document alleges Chaitanyas key role in laundering over Rs 1,000 crore linked to the excise scam, with a portion allegedly funneled into his real estate project, Vitthal Green , under Baghel Developers. The agency claims investigation reveals Rs 16.70 crore of scam proceeds were laundered through his real-estate ventures Vitthal Green under Baghel Developers. Meanwhile, Bhupesh Baghel, now an MLA from Patan, accused the Centre of misusing agencies to target opposition leaders. Earlier on Monday, the Supreme Court, hearing a petition by Baghel and his son seeking protection from coercive action in multiple money laundering cases, directed them to approach the Chhattisgarh High Court for interim relief. The cases, involving alleged scams, are being probed by the ED, CBI, and state police.

The New Indian Express 4 Aug 2025 9:23 pm

Bhupesh Baghel moves SC against EDs arrest powers, alleges political vendetta over son's custody

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday, August 4, a plea filed by former Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh and senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel and his son Chaitanya Baghel, challenging the powers of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to arrest and investigate accused persons and the jurisdiction of these agencies in such cases. Bhupesh and Chaitanya, in their petition filed before the apex court, questioned the legitimacy of the probe being conducted by the ED and the CBI. Chaitanya was arrested by the ED on 18 July following a search at his residence, which he shares with his father in Bhilai town, Chhattisgarh. He is currently in judicial custody till August 4 in connection with an alleged money laundering case linked to a purported liquor scam. The ED has claimed that Chaitanya handled more than 1,000 crore worth of proceeds of crime generated from the alleged liquor scam in the state and used 16.7 crore of this amount for the development of his real estate project. Chaitanya has vehemently denied the allegations and claimed innocence in the case. The former Chief Minister has alleged that the ED's action against his son was initiated with political motives, aiming to divert attention from the illegal tree felling for coal mines in the state, an issue the Congress was set to raise in the state assembly last week.

The New Indian Express 3 Aug 2025 12:44 am