Karnataka HC stays Bescoms Rs 8,800 smart meter demand; says it's optional under KERC rules
BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court on Friday issued an interim order of stay on the communication issued by a Bescom official, asking an applicant, who had applied for the conversion of a single-phase meter connection to a three-phase meter for her residential premises, to install a smart meter by spending Rs 8,800. Jayalakshmi, a resident of TB Narayanappa Layout in Doddaballapur, had filed an interlocutory application, seeking quashing of the communication dated April 2, 2025 issued by the Respondent No. 3 (Assistant Executive Engineer of Bescom, O&M sub-division, BESCOM, Doddaballapura Urban sub-division). She also prayed to declare that availing permanent smart meter connection is not mandatory as per the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (Pre-paid Smart Metering) Regulations, 2024. She contended that KERC says the smart meter is optional, but BESCOM has made it mandatory. The meter charges, which used to be Rs 2,000, have gone up to Rs 4,998 to Rs 28,080 depending on the type of meter, while it is Rs 900 in Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat and Assam. After hearing, Justice M Nagaprasanna observed that KERC itself indicates that the installation of smart prepaid meters would be optional, except in temporary installations. The petitioner is not seeking temporary installation. The cost of Rs 8,510 is a huge burden on the consumer, the court observed. Ordering an interim stay on the impugned communication, the court issued notices to the respondents. It orally observed that the advocates say the cost is Rs 900 in Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, UP and Chhattisgarh. Where should poor people in the state go? Is this the result of giving freebies, it asked.
Anti-Maoist operation enters day 5, Ultras seek peace talks with govt
A large-scale operation targeted Maoists near the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border. Around 10,000 security personnel were involved. A letter surfaced, purportedly from Maoists, proposing talks. Security forces launched the operation in the Karregutta and Durgamgutta hills. Three women Maoists were killed during the operation. Authorities recovered weapons and explosives.
Maoists call for talks as search in Chh'garh enters Day 5
A massive anti-Naxal operation involving around 10,000 security personnel along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border entered its fifth day on Friday, with the Maoists reportedly issuing a statement calling for a halt to the exercise and initiating peace talks. The statement, circulating on social media, claims that the government is resorting to repression and violence despite the possibility of resolving the issue through dialogue. The operation, considered one of the largest counter-insurgency actions in the Bastar region, involves personnel from various units including the Chhattisgarh police, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and its elite CoBRA unit. The operation, launched on Monday in the densely forested hills of Karregutta and Durgamgutta along the inter-state border, is aimed at targeting PLGA battalion No. 1, the strongest military formation of the Maoists.
Maoist leader calls for ceasefire and offers talks with government
10,000 personnel deployed in the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border region to tackle Maoist hideouts
Massive anti-Naxal operation along Chhattisgarh-Telangana border enters fifth day
Some 500 cadres of the banned CPI (Maoist) including top leaders are holed up in the area
Naxals Demand Peace Talks As Forces Launch Massive Anti-Maoist Operation In Chhattisgarh
This is the biggest operation launched by any of the security agencies in or around Chhattisgarh this year, an official said.
51 fall ill after wedding feast in Chhattisgarhs Korba, 37 children among those hospitalised
KORBA: At least 51 people including 37 children fell sick due to food poisoning following a wedding meal in Chhattisgarh's Korba district, police said on Friday. All of them were admitted to the Medical College Hospital in Korba and their condition was stable, said an official. A wedding was held at Pahripara village under Urga police station limits on Thursday night, he said. After a wedding meal, some of the guests complained of vomiting and loose motions. Those hospitalised included 14 girls, 23 boys, 11 women and three men, said hospital superintendent Dr Gopal Kanwar, adding that the condition of all of them was normal. The exact cause of food poisoning was yet to be ascertained and investigation was underway, the police official said.
Pahalgam: 'Nazakat bhai' saves BJP leader's family
Risking his own life, a Kashmiri tourist guide saved the lives of children from a group of tourists from Chhattisgarh when terrorists struck in Pahalgam on Tuesday.
CGPSC Boiler Inspector Admit Card 2025 OUT Download Link psc.cg.gov.in
Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission has officially released the CGPSC Boiler Inspector Admit Card 2025. Candidates who have applied for the Boiler Inspector Exam can now download their admit card from the official website psc.cg.gov.in.
The CRPF DG missed a high-level security meeting post the Pahalgam attack, opting instead asked to stay back in Chhattisgarh to oversee the operation personally.
Humanity trumps terror: Kashmiri guide saves lives of children of Chhattisgarh tourists
During a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmiri tourist guide Nazakat Ahmad Shah risked his life to save a group of tourists from Chhattisgarh. Shah, guiding 11 people, including children, shielded them from gunfire and helped them escape. Despite his cousin's death in the attack, Shah prioritized the safety of his guests, whom he knew from selling shawls in their town.
14 CPI (Maoist) members surrender in Telangana; security heightened after encounter in Karregutta
HANAMKONDA: Fourteen members of the banned CPI (Maoist) surrendered before the Multi Zone-1 IGP S Chandrashekhar Reddy in Warangal Police Commissionerate Headquarters on Thursday. The IGP told the media that two area committee members, seven party members, one militia commander and four militia members had surrendered. The two ACMs each carry a bounty of Rs 4 lakh on their heads. Security intensified after encounter in Karregutta Khammam: Security has been beefed up along the Telangana-Chhattisgarh border following a fierce encounter between Maoists and security forces in the Karregutta forests in which as many as six Maoists were reportedly killed. Given the proximity of the encounter site to Telangana, additional forces including Greyhounds, Special Party units and the CRPF have been deployed to prevent Maoist infiltration.
High Alert Sounded On AP-Odisha Border To Prevent Entry Of Maoists
Sources said youngsters among Maoists are fleeing from Chhattisgarh to AP or Telangana due to high repression by security forces.
Chhattisgarhfamilies thank Kashmiritourist guide
Thirty-year-oldNazakatAhmadShah was hosting a group of 11, four couples and three children,in the last leg of their Kashmir trip. When the attack took place, he carried two children tosafety 14 km away, andalso helped the adults.
ITBP Sets Up Fifth Base to Build Chhattisgarh Highway
ITBP has set up its final forward base in Nelangur, Chhattisgarh, completing a chain of COBs that will facilitate highway construction through the Maoist-dominated Abujhmad region
So far, bodies of three women Naxalites, clad in uniform, along with weapons have been recovered from the encounter site.
Pahalgam terror attack: Naveen Patnaik mourns death of man who hailed from Odisha
Bhubaneswar: BJD president Naveen Patnaik Thursday condoled the death of Dinesh Agarwal, a resident of Chhattisgarh but originally hailed from Odishas Bolangir, who was killed in the Pahalgam terror attack. It is painful to hear the news regarding the death of another Odia man from Bolangir district, Dinesh Agarwal, in the terror attack in Pahalgam. []
Six Naxalites carrying Rs 17 lakh bounty surrender in parts of Chhattisgarh
Six Naxalites, including a couple, surrendered to security forces in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur and Kabirdham districts, motivated by disillusionment with Maoist ideology and internal conflicts. The surrendering Naxalites carried a cumulative bounty of Rs 17 lakh. Impressed by the state government's development initiatives, they will receive rehabilitation assistance as per policy.
14 Maoists surrender in Telanganas Warangal district
Hyderabad: Fourteen Maoists surrendered to the police in Telanganas Warangal district Thursday. Members of the banned CPI-Maoist, including two area committee members, surrendered before Inspector General Chandrasekhar Reddy. The development came amid an ongoing intensive anti-Maoist operation by the security forces on the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border. There are reports of six Maoists being killed in the []
Chhattisgarh: Raipur Man Slain In Pahalgam Terrorist Attack Cremated Amid Anti-Pak Sentiments
Chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai, deputy CM, give shoulder to bier
Three Maoists killed in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur
While three bodies have been recovered, the police suspect there could be more Maoists killed even as the exchange of fire was reportedly on in a forest in Karegutta hills in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur district along the inter-State border
CRPF launches biggest operation of 2025; three Naxals killed
A joint operation by the CRPF and Chhattisgarh police along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border has resulted in the killing of three female Naxalites. Launched on Monday, the extensive offensive involves nearly 5,000 troops and advanced technology to neutralize Maoist leader Hidma.
Crackdown on Maoists at Chhattisgarh-Telangana border leaves 3 dead
Raipur: In a significant crackdown against Maoist insurgents, security forces in Chhattisgarh have launched a major operation in the Karregatta hills of Bijapur district. The operation has already resulted in the deaths of three Maoists, with their bodies recovered by the police. The officials have reported the presence of a large number of Maoists in []
3 Maoists Killed in Telangana- Chhattisgarh Border
Security Forces Continue Major Operation in Karreguttala
Three naxalites killed in massive anti-Maoist operation on Chhattisgarh-Telangana border
RAIPUR: Three Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border on Thursday, police said. The gunfight took place at a forest in Karegutta hills in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district along the inter-state border in the morning when a joint team of security forces was out on an anti-Naxal operation, a senior police official said. So far, bodies of three Naxalites have been recovered from the encounter site, and several other Maoists are also suspected to have been killed in the fierce gun battle, he said. The operation, one of biggest counter-insurgency actions launched in Bastar region, involved around 10,000 security personnel belonging to different units, including the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Bastar Fighters, Special Task Force (STF), all units of the state police, as well as the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and its elite Commando Battalions for Resolute Action (CoBRA), he said. The Telangana police were also assisting in the operation, the official said. The operation was launched on Monday based on inputs about the presence of senior cadres of battalion no.1, the strongest military formation of Maoists, and Telangana state committee of Maoists, and it will last for several days, he said. The area surrounded by the dense forests and series of hills is considered to be the base of Maoists' battalion no.1, he added.
The Nathaniel family in Indore mourns Sushil, an LIC branch manager killed in a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. His daughter was injured. According to family, terrorists asked Sushil to recite Kalma, but he declared himself a Christian before being shot. Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai attended Dinesh Miraniya's funeral, another victim of the same attack in Pahalgam.
Roommates kill man for not feeding them fish curry in Telangana
HYDERABAD: A 24-year-old man was stabbed to death by two of his colleagues-cum-roommates in an alleged dispute over a fish curry in Nagole. The deceased has been identified as Deviram (24), a native of Chhattisgarh. His colleagues, Mukesh Kumar and Yogesh Kumar, stabbed him on April 20, and he died on April 21 while undergoing treatment. Police said the victim worked at a water plant in Quthbullapur with Mukesh and Yogesh for the last four years. On April 20, when Deviram reached home, he had fish curry and fed the leftovers to a dog. The complaint read that Mukesh and Yogesh returned home in an inebriated state and got furious that Deviram had fed the curry, which was supposed to be their meal, to a dog. Why did you feed the dog instead of saving the curry for us? they asked Deviram, who allegedly responded rudely. Irate over Devirams insolence, the duo grabbed knives from the kitchen and stabbed him in the stomach. Subsequently, he escaped the accused and ran out of the house, after which he was taken to Gandhi Hospital, where he succumbed while undergoing treatment. The Nagole police arrested the accused and sent them to judicial custody.
Pahalgam attack: Kashmir's tourism industry fears setback, vows to recover
NEW DELHI: The terrorist attack on tourists in picturesque Pahalgam in Kashmir on Tuesday has severely impacted the morale and enthusiasm of the tourism industry, especially among tour operators in the Valley. But, they vowed to continue supporting tourism in the union territory, despite the killing of 26 vacationers in the popular hill destination, leading to the cancellation a large number of hotel and flight bookings. The chairperson of the Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC), Jyoti Mayal, said that the incident is a severe blow to the combined efforts made by both government and private stakeholders to revive Kashmirs tourism sector, which had been witnessing significant growth post-COVID. Mayal said she had personally handled at least 60 cancellations for different dates up to July since the news broke. I spoke to a couple of hotels in Pahalgam, they are saying that theyve got most bookings cancelled; more than 60 percent have already been cancelled COVID was the time when tourism in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) started reviving after all the years of terrible times. They had no tourism, no growth. Then tourists started coming in. This incident is going to be a huge setback for the entire industry, said Mayal, former president of the Travel Agents Association Of India (TAAI). On Wednesday, Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said that he had spoken with authorities and stakeholders to allow full refunds to tourists who wish to cancel their trips to the Valley in the wake of the incident. In light of yesterdays tragic incident in Kashmir, many tourists are understandably anxious and reconsidering their travel plans. Ive spoken to the concerned authorities and urged airlines, hotels, and tour operators to allow full refunds without hassle, he said. Following the unprecedented violence targeting tourists, tour operators and hotel owners in Kashmir are deeply concerned about the future of the tourism industry. They said the attack on tourists could devastate the sector in Kashmir. Kashmiri trader saves four families from Chhattisgarh during Pahalgam terror attack Suhail Ahmad, who owns at least three hotels in Srinagar and Pahalgam, said that killing innocent tourists would have a long-lasting impact on the union territorys economy. The incident is unfortunate and condemnable. This should be a proper investigation in the matter. It has never happened here. It will ruin the tourism industry in Kashmir. The UT is 90 percent dependent on tourists, he said. Pahalgam is one of the most popular destinations in Kashmir, attracting lakhs of travelers due to its scenic locales. The town is also significant as one of the two routes to the Amarnath cave, a major pilgrimage site. In 2018, Kashmir received 8.3 lakh tourists, including 56,000 foreign nationals. The footfall dropped drastically in 2020 to just 41,000. According to the J&K Tourism Department, only 3,900 foreign tourists arrived that year. Last year, total tourist footfall in Kashmir was 29.5 lakh, with about 66,000 foreign visitors. The Central Government has invested considerable effort in recent years to promote tourism in J&K. It also organised a G20 tourism working group meeting in Srinagar in 2023 to attract international tourists. President of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO), Rajiv Mehra, said that members of the association have been promoting and selling J&K tour packages and will continue to do so. Such terrorism activities can not affect our morality to support the tourism industry of J&K Drastic attacks on innocent tourists will have a very negative impact on both domestic tourism to a very large extent and international tourism in J&K although international tourist arrivals are less due to advisories issued by various countries In the short run there would be cancellations but with support of all the stakeholders we are sure tourism would bounce back, said Mehra. Chairman of the Public Relations Council of TAAI, Rajan Sehgal, said the incident would certainly impact the upcoming season. He also called for adequate security arrangements to restore tourist confidence. Tulip season was very good as around eight lakh people visited the place. The flights are still going full. We have bookings for Pahalgam and other parts of Kashmir and they have not been cancelled yet And we are getting a big support from the Travel Association from Kashmir that even the drivers are calling us saying, We are waiting eagerly for the customer, and we will take care of them, he said. Sehgal further added that the focus should be on promoting tourism in J&K during the coming season with appropriate security measures. There should be more security during the tourist season there should be some security camps. So, when people go there, they will be confident. This is our humble suggestion and request, he said. Mehra, who is also the general secretary of the Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH), said, There shall be some cancellations but with support from all stakeholders tourism would surely bounce back. We appeal to the Government of India, local authorities and all stakeholders to ensure swift action, restore confidence and strengthen the sense of safety and security in the region. Meanwhile, airlines and online travel companies are offering refunds and assistance for rescheduling travel in light of recent developments. The founder-chairman of easymytrip.com, Nishant Pitti, said they have extended free change and cancellation waivers for all bookings made on or before April 22, applicable for travel until April 30. Additionally, we are coordinating closely with airlines and local authorities and will share regular updates. Your safety and convenience remain our top priorities, he posted on X. Air India and IndiGo also operated two additional flights from Srinagar to Delhi and Mumbai on Wednesday to ferry passengers wishing to leave the union territory. Customers who wish to cancel their bookings will be provided with a full refund at no additional charge for all flights departing between April 23 and 29, 2025, to/from Srinagar. Moreover, customers can make their first schedule change at no additional charge, including waiver of penalty or fare difference, for travel within seven days from their original date, said a representative of Air Akasa. We are closely monitoring the situation and doing everything possible to assist our customers in every way we can. In view of the emergent situation, we have taken steps to keep the fares moderated. Our priority remains safety of our customers and offering efficient services, read a press statement issued by IndiGo. Heaven on earth turned to hell: Families in grief, horror after Pahalgam terror attack
Akhilesh accuses BJP of politicising Pahalgam attack
The SP president is believed to be hinting at a reported poster by BJP Chhattisgarh unit reading Dharm poocha, jati nahi.....yaad rakhenge (they asked about religion not caste, will remember)
Man stabbed to death over fish curry dispute in Nagole, 2 held
Hyderabad: A 24-year-old man, Deviram, was allegedly stabbed to death by his two friends in Nagole following a dispute over eating fish curry. The accused have been identified as Mukesh and Yogesh from Chhattisgarh, who were working at a mineral water treatment plant and living together in a rented house in Nagole. According to reports, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Escaped death by chanting la ilaha illallah: Pahalgam survivor recounts
GUWAHATI: A university teacher from Assam escaped death in Pahalgam , Kashmir by the skin of his teeth by uttering the Islamic verse la ilaha illallah. Recounting the horror, Professor Debashish Bhattacharjee, head of the Bengali Department at the Assam University in Silchar, said he had seen death from very near. He went to Kashmir accompanied by his wife and son, and had included Baisaran in their holiday itinerary. We were soaking in the beauty of the place when suddenly the gunfire erupted. I tried to save my life by lying down under a tree. I heard people chanting la ilaha illallah (the first of six kalimas which are foundational Islamic declarations). I too chanted it, Bhattacharjee said. One person was in a dilemma whether or not to lie down. He was shot in no time. He fell down and his blood splattered onto my body. When a gunman came to me and asked what I was murmuring, I tried to chant la ilaha illallah quite loudly. He soon left the place, Bhattacharjee further stated. Kashmiri trader saves four families from Chhattisgarh during Pahalgam terror attack He said after that, he along with his family members and some others, including a child, ran towards the fence, crossed it by climbing and started walking towards a hillside. For the next two hours, we walked following in horses hoof prints. We reached a village and met a Kashmiri woman. She showed us the road leading to Pahalgam. On the way, we met the two horse riders whom we had hired. Eventually, we reached Pahalgam, the teacher, who was in Srinagar along with his family members on Wednesday, said. He said he had seen three attackers and heard the sound of at least 15 gunshots. He added that when he was on the hill and fleeing, he heard the sound of gunshots for 30 minutes. Indore resident Sushil Nathaniel was shot dead after he failed to recite Kalma, says family
Chhattisgarh signs MoU with CMAI; aims to become new textile hub
RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh government on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), marking a major step towards transforming the state into a hub for textile and apparel manufacturing. During the CMAI FAB Show organised at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai interacted with investors and industrialists associated with the textile sector and invited them to invest in the state. He presented the states ambitious vision for the textile sector. Chhattisgarh is now not just focused on ease of doing business, but speed of doing business. The MoU to set up the CMAI Textile and Apparel facilitation centre in Raipur would prove to be a milestone in boosting the textile sector in the state and open doors of opportunity for investment. Besides giving a boost to economic development, it will generate substantial employment scope, said CM. He further added that the textile industry is directly linked to rural self-employment, technology and skill development. The state cabinet has recently approved to establish the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) campus in Nava Raipur, a move that underlines the government's focus on skill development and design innovation in textiles. Highlighting the rich heritage of Chhattisgarhs traditional textiles, CM Sai said, The natural kosa cocoon found in Bastar and Surguja carries enough potential for textile development. With institutions like NIFT and support from CMAI, the branding and promotion of our handloom products will now get a much-needed push. The states new industrial policy has received encouraging investment proposals from sectors ranging from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to high-tech industries like semiconductors. Over 350 reforms have already been implemented to make the investment process seamless. There are additional incentives rolled out in the policy for enterprises setting up units in tribal regions like Bastar and Surguja. With surplus water and power, centrally located and now cargo facilities at Raipur Airport, the logistics advantages for the textile industry are unparalleled, said the CM as he called upon all textile industry leaders to take advantage of the investor-friendly environment in Chhattisgarh.
Police intensify combing operations on Karregutta hillocks along Telangana-Chhattisgarh border
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai Meets Revered Daaji at Heartfulness Yoga Ashram in Amleshwar
The Chief Minister was warmly received at the ashram and further engaged in a meaningful conversation with Pujya Daaji at the Master Cottage.
Row Over Eating Fish Curry Claims Chhattisgarhs Man Life In Nagole, 2 Held
The police arrested the two accused and remanded them to judicial custody
BJP Chhattisgarh post on Pahalgam terror attack draws ire from netizens
Chhattisgarh BJP X account posted an AI-generated image in Ghibli style depicting a young woman sitting beside the body of a young man, for what seems to be her husband, accompanied by a caption, They asked for religion, not caste. , #Pahalgam#PahalgamTerroristAttack pic.twitter.com/yekBB0woL8 BJP Chhattisgarh (@BJP4CGState) April 23, 2025 The image has drawn Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kashmiri trader saves Chhattisgarh four families during Pahalgam terror attack
RAIPUR: A Kashmiri woollen clothes trader, Nazakat Ali, who visits Chhattisgarhs Chirmiri town every winter, heroically guided four families from the state to safety after they were caught in a sudden terror attack at the tourist site of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday. The families, who were on a summer vacation, included three children among the 11 members. Shivansh Jain, Arvind Agrawal, Happy Wadhawan and Kuldeep Sthapak had left Chirmiri on 18 April and reached Pahalgam on 21 April. They were visiting a tourist spot in the valley when gunmen opened indiscriminate fire on a gathering of tourists. Owing to some apparent landslide, there was a traffic jam on the road. Tourists had gathered on both sides of the road. All of a sudden the firing started. Before anyone could realise whats happening, as the gunshots echoed across Baisaran field, the panicked tourists began running for life and screaming for help, said Jain, who was an eyewitness to the attack. He said all four families were safely guided away from the site by Nazakat Ali, who is well known to the Chirmiri residents. After reaching Pahalgam, we contacted Nazakat Ali, a local who is familiar with us. We all moved out, accompanying him to visit the tourist spots in and around Pahalgam. When the random firing created a shocking, chaotic situation, Ali acted with prompt sagacity and took us all to safety from the horrifying scene, said Happy Wadhawan. Though the families escaped unharmed, anxiety remains among relatives back in Chhattisgarh who are worried for their loved ones still in Kashmir. In a tragic turn of events, Dinesh Miraniya, a businessman from Raipurs Samta Colony, succumbed to critical bullet injuries sustained during the firing. He was in Kashmir celebrating his 20th wedding anniversary with his wife Neha and their two children. The anniversary was due on 24 April. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai expressed his deep sorrow over Miraniyas demise and offered condolences to the bereaved family. Both Governor Ramen Deka and CM Sai strongly condemned the terror attack.
A Chhattisgarh resident died in the Pahalgam terror attack. Postmortem is complete, and the body will return via Delhi. Raipur Collector Gaurav Singh is coordinating with J-K administration and the victim's family. Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai confirmed the death of Dinesh Miraniya. Coffins arrived at Srinagar airport. Security forces launched search operations after the attack.
Temperature crosses 44 degrees Celsius in four districts in Telangana
HYDERABAD: The state remained sweltering on Tuesday, with temperatures remaining above 40C. A yellow warning has been issued for a heatwave for Adilabad, KomaramBheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, and Jagtiyal districts for the next three days. All the 33 districts recorded a maximum temperature above 40C, with Nirmal recording the highest of 44.5C, followed by Adilabad and Nizamabad at 44.4C and Mancherial at 44.3C. The city also recorded maximum temperatures above 40C in all the 30 circles, with 12 circles recording 41.6C. For the next 48 hours, the city will experience partly cloudy skies and hazy conditions are likely to prevail during the morning hours. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 40C and 26C respectively. Surface winds are likely to be southerlies/south-easterlies with wind speeds of around 4-8 km/h. According to India Meteorological Department (IMD), the north-south trough from north Chhattisgarh to the Gulf of Mannar runs from cyclonic circulation over northwest Bihar and neighbourhood to the Gulf of Mannar across Chhattisgarh, East Vidarbha, Telangana, Interior Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu at 0.9 km above mean sea level. Markets deserted in adilabad till 6 pm Adilabad: Temperatures in erstwhile Adilabad district are gradually rising. Dasturabad mandal recorded the highest temperature on Tuesday at 44.4C. It was followed by Nirmal rural mandal, which recorded 44.3C. Khanapur and Bhainsa towns recorded 44.3C and 44.2C, respectively. The residents are concerned about the impending heat waves. Sources said the markets look deserted from 11 am to 6 pm. For two consecutive days, the district recorded temperatures more than 43C.
Man with nine failed marriages kills his 10th wife on suspicion of theft in Chhattisgarh
RAIPUR: A decaying body discovered from a pile of leaves in a forest of Chhattisgarhs Jashpur district has blown the lid off a disturbing pattern of domestic abuse by a local resident. Dhula Ram, a resident of Jashpurs Sulesa village who had been married nine times before, has been arrested for battering his tenth wife to death on suspicion of theft and dumping her body in the forest to cover up the crime. The incident came to light after locals noticed the stench of the decomposed body emanating from the bushes and alerted the cops about it. The police recovered the body from the spot. Ram was taken into custody and produced in a court following a preliminary investigation and later sent to jail. An official privy to the matter shared, The incident occurred in the Pandrapath village of Bagicha. Ram suspected his wife of stealing rice, cooking oil and a sari from a wedding they had recently attended. He confronted his wife about it. As the argument escalated, he killed her in a fit of rage. To conceal his crime, he dumped her body in a pile of dry leaves and bushes. The cops investigating the matter were astonished to learn that all nine women who had married him in the last 10 years had abandoned him over his abusive behaviour. The Jashpur police are yet to ascertain if all these failed relationships over the past one decade were indeed love marriages as claimed or just live-in partnerships. Interestingly, not a single one of his past nine marriages lasted more than six months. His abusive behaviour and pattern of domestic violence are being blamed for his failed and short-lived marriages. His history of cruelty and marital woes has left the cops wondering if there was any love in any of those relationships. The body has been sent for a post-mortem examination. Further probe is under way, and more details in the case are awaited.
MFA holds send-off for Mlaya team ahead of U-20 Mens NFC campaign
By Our Reporter Shillong, April 22: The Meghalaya Football Association organised a send-off for the state team that will take part in the Swami Vivekananda U20 Mens National Football Championship 2025 in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh. At the send-off held at the SSA Stadium in Polo here on Monday were senior MFA members, led by President Hamletson [] The post MFA holds send-off for Mlaya team ahead of U-20 Mens NFC campaign appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Businessman From Chhattisgarh's Raipur Killed In Pahalgam Terror Attack
A Raipur-based businessman was killed in a terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam town on Tuesday, officials said.
Maoist Tension Peaks on Telangana-Chhattisgarh Border
Seven other senior Maoist cadres were also neutralised in the operation, with several weapons, including INSAS rifles, seized from the site. Even before the dust settled in Jharkhand, another encounter unfolded in the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh on Monday, resulting in the deaths of two Maoists.
Heatwave conditions likely over Central, Northern and Eastern India for next five days
NEW DELHI: Heatwave conditions are likely to return to Central and Northern India over the next five days after a brief break due to the arrival of the western disturbance. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) had predicted heatwave conditions from April 21 to 25 in Central India, including Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, and Chhattisgarh. Heatwave conditions are expected from April 22 to 26 in southern Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, southern Haryana, and Punjab. During this period, Gangetic West Bengal, western Rajasthan, Bihar, and Jharkhand will also experience heatwave-like conditions. Additionally, Bihar is likely to experience warm nights, and hot and humid conditions are expected to persist in the southern regions of India. As a result, Northwest India will see a gradual increase in maximum temperatures by 2-3 degrees Celsius over the next six days, while Central India and Gujarat are expected to experience a rise of about 2 degrees Celsius over the next three days. Moreover, East India is anticipated to undergo a gradual increase in maximum temperatures of 4-6 degrees Celsius over the next four days. Contrary to this, IMD predicted that a heavy to very heavy rainfall spell would likely continue over Northeast India until 26 April. The IMD observed maximum temperatures in the range of 40 to 44 degrees Celsius at most places in Central, Northern and Eastern India. The regions also experienced a maximum temperature rise by 1-3 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, the highest maximum temperature of 44.6 degrees Celsius was reported at Chandrapur (Vidarbha) on April 20. In its agromet advisories, the IMD advised Kerala and Northeastern states to make provisions to drain out excess water from standing crop and vegetable fields in view of the prediction of heavy rains. Due to the higher possibility of hailstorms in Himachal Pradesh, IMD has advised the use of hail nets and hail caps to prevent mechanical damage in vegetables fields and orchards. However, in view of the heatwaves and higher temperatures in Central and Northern India, IMD advised light and frequent irrigation to standing crops, vegetables, and orchards in the evenings to protect them from the adverse effects.
CM Sai to unveil Chhattisgarhs industrial push at India Steel 2025 in Mumbai
RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh is set to highlight its new industrial policy at the inaugural ceremony of India Steel 2025 in Mumbai, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the gathering via video conferencing on April 24 (Thursday). Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai will deliver a keynote address at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, highlighting the key features of the states industrial policy, available infrastructure for the steel sector, and future expansion plans. The CM will participate in two major national-level events focusing on the textile and steel industries, scheduled for April 23 and 24 in the countrys financial capital. At these forums, he will present Chhattisgarhs industrial vision and investment opportunities to leading industrialists and policy makers from across India. Both events will be held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Goregaon. On Wednesday, CM Sai will take part in the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) Fab Show, which brings together key stakeholders from textile manufacturing, exports, and branding. He will showcase the special provisions and investment opportunities available for the textile sector under Chhattisgarhs revamped industrial policy. The state is looking to sign investment MoUs with major textile companies during the event. Later, a roundtable meeting with potential investors in the steel sector will be held. Discussions will cover topics such as special industrial clusters for the steel industry, logistics support, single-window clearances, and labour policies, said a state government spokesperson. Chhattisgarh will also set up its own pavilion at the Bombay Exhibition Centre to provide comprehensive information about its industrial infrastructure, investment potential, and policy supportdesigned to attract industrialists and entrepreneurs to the state. CM Sai will also address the media at the event venue in Mumbai on both days, the officer added.
After 9 Failed Marriages, Chhattisgarh Man Beats 10th Wife To Death, Dumps Body In Forest
A decaying body found in Chhattisgarh's Jashpur led to the arrest of 38-year-old Dhula Ram for allegedly murdering his tenth wife, Basanti Bai.
Security Forces Launch Save Karregutta Operation In Mulugu To Prevent Maoists Infiltration
The security forces surrounded Karregutta across Telangana and Chhattisgarh border to crack the whip on Maoists
Maoist killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh
The encounter took place around 5.30 p.m. when a joint team of Thana Bedare and Chhasbal 7/E Company Camp Nugur under Thana Bedare area
CRPF jawan dies of electrocution at camp in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur
BJJAPUR: A jawan of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) died of electrocution at a camp in Chhattisgarh's Naxalite-hit Bijapur district, police said on Tuesday. The incident occurred on Monday evening at the camp of the CRPF's 195th battalion in the Gangaloor police station area, an official said. Constable Sujoy Pal was admitted to the community health centre in Gangaloor after he suffered an electric shock. Doctors declared him dead during treatment, he said, without divulging details. He said after post-mortem, the deceased jawan's body was sent to his native place in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. The official said the police have registered a case and are investigating the matter. The CRPF is extensively deployed in south Bastar, comprising three districts, including Bijapur, for anti-Naxal operations.
Womans body found stuffed in box bed, husband at large
UMERKOTE: The decomposed body of a 23-year-old woman was found stuffed inside a box bed in her locked house at Haldi village under Chandahandi block in Nabarangpur district on Monday. Police identified the deceased as Anita Sori. It is believed that Anitas husband Dushmanta Nayak (27) killed her three days back and fled after locking their house from outside. Sources said Dushmanta of Haldi married Anita of Bhatrabahal village in neighbouring Chhattisgarh three years back. They have a one-year-old son. The couple used to live separately from Dushmantas parents in Haldi village. Earlier this month, Anita went to her parents place in Bhatrabahal. A few days back, Dushmanta brought her to Haldi village while their son stayed with his grandparents. Three days back, Dushmantas family informed Anitas parents that the husband and wife were missing. The womans parents searched for their daughter at several places but could not trace her. Finally, they arrived at the couples house in Haldi village and found it locked. As the house gave off a bad odour, they suspected foul play and lodged a complaint in Chandahandi police station. Subsequently, Chandahandi police led by sub-inspector Bijuram Bagh reached the spot and broke open the house. To their shock, Anitas decomposed body was found stuffed inside the box bed in a room. Police said a scientific team from Kalahandi district has been roped in for investigation. Dushmantas parents have been detained and are being interrogated. Villagers said Dushmanta was mentally imbalanced. Sub-divisional police officer (SDPO) of Umerkote Subhendu Sabar, who visited the crime scene, said Anitas family members have alleged that she was killed by her husband. A murder case has been registered in Chandahandi police station. The deceaseds body was sent to the hospital for autopsy. The exact cause of her death will be ascertained after the postmortem report arrives. Police have launched a manhunt to nab the accused who is on the run. Further investigation is underway, the SDPO added.
Our march to eliminate Naxalism continues: Shah
NEW DELHI: After security forces eliminated eight Maoist operatives in an encounter in Jharkhands Bokaro, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday hailed the operation as a success and reiterated the governments commitment to eliminating Naxal insurgency. In a post on X, Shah said, Our march to eliminate Naxalism continues unabated. Today, security forces achieved another significant success in the ongoing operation to uproot Naxalism. In an encounter at Ligu Hills in Bokaro, 8 Maoists were neutralised, including a top-level naxal leader, Vivek, who carried a reward of Rs 1 crore, and two other notorious Naxalites. The operation continues. Applaud our security forces. The troops of 209 Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) along with state police conducted the operation in which eight Naxals were killed, officials said. Meanwhile, later in the day, Shah chaired a high-level meeting in the presence of Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai to review implementation of the new criminal laws in the state and also discussed measures to eradicate Naxalism and the status of developmental initiatives undertaken in the Bastar region. According to officials, special strategies were discussed for a permanent solution to the Maoist problem, with the Chief Minister apprising the meeting that in state-wide anti-insurgency operations in recent months, many wanted Maoist leaders have been killed, arrested or forced into surrender. Efforts like Niyad Nelanar Yojana, Bastar Olympics, Women Security Center, and development of tourism infrastructure in tribal areas have had a significant impact in connecting youth to the mainstream, officials said. HM reviews anti-Naxal operations Shah chaired a high-level meeting in the presence of Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai to review the measures to eradicate Maoist insurgency and the status of developmental initiatives undertaken in the Bastar region.
Chhattisgarh should become an ideal state by implementing new criminal laws soon: Shah
NEW DELHI, Apr 21 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday held a review meeting here with Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai to assess the implementation of the three new criminal laws in the state. In his address, Shah said Chhattisgarh should take the complete implementation of the three new criminal laws as a challenge and become an ideal state by implementing them soon, a Home Ministry statement said. He emphasised the importance of making the full implementation [] The post Chhattisgarh should become an ideal state by implementing new criminal laws soon: Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tribals are biggest Hindus, says Chhattisgarh Chief Minister; Baghel rebuts claims
As per the 2011 census, the share of tribals in Chhatisgarhs population was 30.62% with the population concentrated in Sarguja and Bastar regions of North and South Chhattisgarh respectively
After anti-Naxal gains, Bastar set for growth drive: Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai
Chhattisgarh is prioritizing Bastar's development post-Naxal operations, focusing on employment through agriculture, tourism, and local businesses. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai highlights infrastructure development, including mobile towers and road projects. Investor summits in Bastar and Sarguja aim to boost regional industrial growth. Intensified security operations have led to Naxal arrests and surrenders, with some districts removed from the LWE-affected list.
Hidma was the first commander of the battalion number one and was replaced by Barsa Deva, a hardcore Naxal hailing from Puvarti village, in the position after he was inducted in CC, the policy making body of the ultras.
CSPGCL Assistant Law Officer Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 1 Posts
TheChhattisgarh State Power Generation Company (CSPGCL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 1 Assistant Law Officer posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official CSPGCL website. The last date to submit the application form is 16-05-2025.
Chhattisgarh Armed Force jawan killed in IED blast in Bijapur
Naxalite IED kills CAF jawan during patrol around road construction site between Toynar and Farsegarh
ED functioning like election department of BJP: Bhupesh Baghel on National Herald case
Bhubaneswar: Senior Congress leader and former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel Monday alleged that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) is functioning as BJPs Election Department, referring to the National Herald case. The ED recently filed a chargesheet against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and others on charges of money laundering in connection with the National []
CAF jawan killed in IED blast in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur
BIJAPUR: A jawan of the Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF) was killed after an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by Naxalites went off in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district on Monday, police said. The blast occurred between Toynar and Farsegarh villages, where a CAF team was out patrolling to provide security to road construction work, an official said. A road is being constructed from Toynar to Farsegarh. The official said constable Manoj Pujari (26), belonging to the CAF's 19th battalion, inadvertently stepped over an IED, triggering the blast that killed him. He said a search operation was underway in the area. The Maoists often plant IEDs along the road and dirt tracks in forests to target security personnel during patrolling in interior pockets of the Bastar region, comprising seven districts, including Bijapur. Civilians have fallen prey to such traps laid by ultras in the past. On April 9, a jawan of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) was injured in a similar blast in Bijapur, while on April 4, a 25-year-old man died, and another was injured in Narayanpur district. On March 30, a 40-year-old tribal woman was killed when an IED planted by Naxalites went off in Bijapur district.
3 held for murdering Bihar truck driver, burying dismembered body at brick kiln in Sambalpur
SAMBALPUR: Sambalpur police on Sunday arrested three persons in connection with the brutal murder of a truck driver whose dismembered skeletal remains were found buried at a brick kiln near Lodapada village in Jamankira earlier this month. Briefing the media, Sambapur SP Mukesh Bhamoo said on April 10, villagers of Lodapada spotted bones of a leg, still clad in trousers, protruding from a ditch at a local brick kiln. Subsequently, a local lodged a formal complaint with Jamankira police. During the course of investigation, police identified the deceased as Jahinder Yadav (31), a truck driver of Laxmipur village in Bihars Jamui district. Bhamoo said Yadavs murder was orchestrated by Muna Allam (26), a fellow truck driver of Bihar, with the help of Ganesh Jaiswal (48) of Bareipali in Sambalpur and Sangram Naik (43), owner of the brick factory where the body was buried. Yadav went missing on March 5 when he was en route from Raipur to West Bengal with a consignment of pig iron. Investigators found that Allam came in contact with Yadav around six months back. In the night on March 5, he came to know that Yadav was headed to West Bengal. Allam conspired with Jaiswal and an unidentified truck helper to steal Yadavs vehicle and take it to Naiks brick kiln from where they would have disposed of the iron. The accused also promised to pay Rs 50,000 to Naik for using his property in the crime. Allam along with Ganesh and the truck helper intercepted Yadav at Laxmidungri in Sambalpur. They drugged him by lacing his tea with sedatives. Once he lost consciousness, they took control of his truck and took it to the brick kiln. When Yadav gained his senses, the accused strangulated him to death. To eliminate evidence, they allegedly ran the truck over his body before burying him. When Yadav became untraceable, owner of his truck Sanjiv Pandey of Chhattisgarh approached the police on April 7. Yadavs truck - equipped with a GPS tracker - was traced to the mango yard of the brick factory owned by Naik. The SP said police have seized Yadavs truck, a car, motorcycle and five mobile phones believed to have been used in the crime. While Jaiswal was nabbed from UP, Allam and Naik were arrested from Rourkela and Jamankira respectively. They will be brought on remand for questioning. Another accused is absconding and a manhunt has been launched to nab him, he added.
MALKANGIRI: Malkangiri police on Sunday arrested a 20-year-old man for allegedly murdering his girlfriend after failing to terminate her pregnancy. The accused is Umesh Nag of Pondum village within Chindigarh police limits in Sukma district of Chhattisgarh. Umesh reportedly killed his girlfriend Mangaldei Nag (25) of Murtunda village in Sukma and dumped her body inside Sunatang forest near Rengabandha village in Malkangiri. Sources said after the decomposed body of a woman was found inside Sunatang jungle on April 12, Malkangiri police registered an unnatural death case and launched an investigation. The deceased was identified through technical data analysis and verification of missing persons reports from neighbouring police stations in Chhattisgarh. Mangaldeis family also confirmed her identity on basis of the clothes and personal belongings found near her body. Police said during investigation, it was found that Mangaldei and Umesh were in a physical relationship for the last one year. Umesh tried to keep the relationship a secret, but it came to light after Mangaldei became pregnant. Umesh reportedly pressurised her to terminate the pregnancy. Malkangiri IIC Rogan Kindo said the accused took his girlfriend to Malkangiri district headquarters hospital for ultrasound test and an abortion on March 20. However, the ultrasound officer refused to terminate the pregnancy terming it as illegal. Unable to find a solution, Umesh decided to kill Mangaldei. On the same day, he took her to Sunatang forest where he murdered her and attempted to destroy evidence, he said. The accused confessed to his crime during interrogation. He was arrested and produced in court. Further investigation is underway, Kindo added.
BJP using Enforcement Directorate to target Congress over National Herald: DMK
CHENNAI: DMK, which is part of the INDIA bloc, on Sunday slammed BJP over the Enforcement Directorate (ED) chargesheeting senior Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case . DMK treasurer and parliamentary party leader TR Baalu accused BJP of misusing investigative agencies to target the Congress due to political vendetta, especially as the latter was rallying opposition against the saffron party on issues such as the Waqf Act amendment. On behalf of the DMK, I strongly condemn the EDs chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case, which is driven by the BJPs political vendetta, Baalu said in a statement. He said the recent AICC meeting in Gujarat had exposed BJPs anti-people policies and reinvigorated Congress cadres and this has unsettled BJP. Baalu also recalled that ED had conducted raids during a previous AICC session in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, and alleged that a similar pattern was now being repeated after the Gujarat meeting. Unable to take on the Congress politically, the BJP government is using ED and other agencies. This is not only disgusting but a shameful political vendetta unacceptable to anyone, he said.
Death of Chhattisgarh ex-speaker: 'Fake' cardiologist, private hospital booked for culpable homicide
A Bilaspur hospital and Narendra Yadav, a 'fake' cardiologist, face charges of culpable homicide in connection with the death of former assembly speaker Rajendra Prasad Shukla 19 years ago. Yadav, already arrested for patient deaths in Damoh, allegedly performed heart surgery on Shukla, who later died.
Chhattisgarh government reshuffles 41 IAS, 20 IPS officers to boost governance efficiency
RAIPUR: The BJP-led Chhattisgarh government has carried out a major administrative reshuffle, transferring 41 Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and 20 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers across the state to enhance governance efficiency. The state government announced the transfer list of IAS officers on Saturday night, followed by a list of IPS officers the next day as part of a major reshuffle aimed at strengthening the administrative machinery in key sectors by appointing experienced officials for improved outcomes. Among the IAS officers, the Vishnu Deo government has transferred 11 district collectors. The IPS transfer list includes two Range Inspectors General of Police (IGPs) and nine district Superintendents of Police (SPs). Pawan Deo, a 1992-batch IPS officer, has been appointed as the Chairman and Managing Director of the Chhattisgarh Police Housing Corporation. Previously, he held the position of Managing Director of the corporation. The two IGPs who were changed in the transfer are Ankit Garg (2004 batch) posted in Sarguja and 2007-batch IPS officer Deepak Kumar Jha. The latter succeeds Garg in Sarguja who has been shifted as IGP, SIB, state police headquarters.
Apollo Hospital, fake cardiologist booked for MP, Chhattisgarh Assembly Speakers 2006 death
Yadav charged with criminal homicide for posing as a cardiologist, conducting cardiac procedures on former Speaker in 2006; Apollo Hospital management also booked for not checking his certificates
RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh police have filed an FIR against 'fake' doctor Dr N John Camm, alias Dr Narendra Vikramaditya Yadav, and the management of Apollo Hospital in Bilaspur concerning the 2006 death of former state Assembly Speaker Rajendra Prasad Shukla. The former Speaker's son Pradip Shukla had lodged a police complaint in Bilaspur on April 8 demanding a probe and action against those responsible for the death of his father. Sarkanda police station in Bilaspur registered a case against Dr Narendra Yadav and the private hospital management under Sections 420, 465, 466, 468, 471, 304, and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The FIR also mentioned the death of patients at Mission Hospital in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, where the same doctor had claimed to be a cardiologist, was arrested. 'Former Speaker was kept on a ventilator in the hospital ICU for 18 days after the heart surgery was performed on him by Dr Yadav. We conducted an inquiry after getting the complaint from Pradip Shukla and found the certificates of Dr Narendra as fake, said Siddharth Baghel, CSP (Sarkanda). He was neither registered with the Medical Council of India nor in Chhattisgarh Medical Council and still practicing as a cardiologist. We have filed the FIR against him and the Apollo hospital management under different Sections of IPC and will soon send our team for further action, He added. The Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO), Bilaspur, had reviewd a report of the 'fake' doctor's failures earlier this month. The report revealed that eight patients including the former Speaker had died due to surgeries performed by the accused in the district. The CMHO Dr Pramod Tiwari has served a notice to the Apollo Hospital management seeking information about the fake doctor regarding his service tenure in the hospital, his medical qualifications, registration with the Chhattisgarh Medical Council, how many cardiology-related surgeries he carried out, successful and failed operations by him there, copy of Apollo hospital appointment letter given to Dr Narendra and whether there was any any complaint lodged against him in the past.
Two persons duped of 77.6 lakh in medical college admission fraud; six booked
A man from Chhattisgarh alleged that the six accused promised to get his daughter a postgraduate seat in General Surgery course at a reputed Nerul-based medical college.
Chhattisgarh: 5 Naxalites surrender in Narayanpur, 7 held from Bijapur
Narayanpur: Five Naxalites, collectively carrying a bounty of Rs 6 lakh, surrendered to security forces, while six members of the Maoist organisation were arrested in Chhattisgarhs Narayanpur and Bijapur districts on Saturday, officials said. In Narayanpur, five Naxalites laid down arms, Superintendent of Police Prabhat Kumar said. Dasri Dhruv, one of the surrendered Naxalites, was Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Assam has lowest consumption inequality: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
GUWAHATI: In Assam, people belonging to the general category and Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes and Other Backwards Castes have nearly the same purchasing power. Referring to the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Assam has the lowest consumption inequality. He attributed this to the casteless society envisaged by Srimanta Sankardev, the 15th-16th century neo-Vaishnavite saint-reformer. Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardev envisaged Assam as a casteless society. Thanks to His teachings, today we have the lowest consumption inequality as per @GoIStats, Sarma posted on X. Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardev envisaged Assam as a casteless society. Thanks to His teachings, today we have the lowest consumption inequality as per @GoIStats In simple words, in Assam, a general category person and a person belonging to SC/ST/OBC has nearly the same pic.twitter.com/61sx8TqVtr Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) April 19, 2025 Explaining it, he added that a general category person and a person belonging to SC/ST/OBC in Assam have nearly the same purchasing power. Assam is followed by West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, and Andhra Pradesh as more equal states. Kerala is more unequal, and it is followed by Gujarat, Punjab and Rajasthan, the ministrys data revealed. The survey is designed to collect information on the consumption and expenditure of households on goods and services. It provides data required to assess trends in economic well-being and determine and update the basket of consumer goods and services.
RAIPUR: Abhishek Bhambi and Vinod Bhambi were accused of theft and was tortured by Chhotu Gurjar, the owner of the ice cream factory they worked and his partner Mukesh Sharma on April 15. Both Abhishek and Vinod, hailing from Bhilwara district in Rajasthan, were hired through a contractor to work at a Korba-based ice-cream factory. Both were stripped, beaten, given electric shocks and their nails were pulled out, a police official said. The video of the torment has gone viral on social media, showing a semi-nude man being beaten and given electric shocks. The two victims managed to escape to their native place in Bhilwara, where they lodged a complaint at the Gulabpura police station. The Rajasthan Police registered a zero FIR and forwarded the case to the Korba police for further action. The FIR was lodged at around 9 AM on Friday, and the Korba police swiftly acted and by noon arrested five accused seen in the video, Siddharth Tewari, Korba district police chief told TNIE. They will be produced before the court. Two of those arrested are said to be the factory owners, while others are their associates. One of the accused is a minor, he added. The Zero FIR can be filed in any police station irrespective of the place where the crime has been committed or the jurisdiction of the police station. The civil lines police station in Korba registered a case on Friday against Gurjar and Sharma. Besides the other sections of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) related to the crime, the Korba police also slapped a section on the ST-SC Prevention of Atrocities Act against the accused. According to the police official privy to the matter, one of the victims Abhishek Bhambhi, reportedly asked for Rs 20000 as an advance from his employer, citing the need for paying the loan instalment of his vehicle but was declined. Following the refusal, Abhishek expressed his decision to quit the job, which infuriated the accused owner.
Three wild elephants from Chhattisgarh wreck havoc in Madhya Pradesh's Anuppur
BHOPAL: Three male elephants have been on a destructive spree in around 30 villages in Anuppur, Jaithari and Rajendragram forests ranges of Madhya Pradesh's Anuppur district. Captivated by the fragrance of Mahua flowers, Papayas, jackfruits and food grains stocked by farmers in houses falling on the route connecting MPs Anuppur district to Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district of Chhattisgarh, the three elephants have wrecked havoc on kutcha houses in the region. Afraid of the unpredictable elephants, some families in Pandadol Tola of Kusumahi village have not just shifted their belongings to the trees, but also tied their cots to trees to ensure their safety while asleep. Three families, including two Gond tribe families of Lal Bahadur Singh Gond and Bhawar Singh Gond and the Baiga tribal family headed by Chaurasia Bai Baiga, are among those families which live in the outer area of Kusumahi village that lies along the route taken by wild elephants from Chhattisgarh to enter Madhya Pradesh over the past four years. During the winter months December-February, the same three families (whose houses have been damaged by jumbos in the past) had merely shifted their belongings to the tree for safety from elephants and shifted along with family members to the inner and more densely populated part of the village. But with the elephant menace back after a lull of around a month, the heads of the same three families have now even tied their cots to the trees and often spend nights on trees only, Anuppur-based wildlife and social activist Shashidhar Agrawal told TNIE on Saturday. In other villages too, at night, families living in the outer periphery are shifting to their relatives' houses in the centre of the respective villages, knowing well that jumbos avoid crowded human habitats. According to informed sources, wild elephants have been regularly travelling from Chhattisgarh into Anuppur and Shahdol districts of Shahdol forest circle of MP since the last four years. Two elephants were on a destructive spree for around 45 days in December-January-February 2024-25. One of the two elephants returned to Anuppur again on March 20, followed by two more elephants (all three possibly from a herd of 50 elephants in Chhattisgarhs Marwahi area) on March 29. All the three wild male elephants have since April 9 been active in different villages of three forest ranges of Anuppur district. Theyve ravaged large number of kutcha houses and also destroyed standing cereal and fruit crops in many villages, while being in search of food guided by the fragrance of Mahua flowers, Papaya and Jackfruits, added Agrawal, who has been continuously tracking the movement of the three jumbos, added. While confirming the movement of three wild male elephants in parts of Anuppur district, chief conservator of forests (CCF-Shahdol Circle) Ajay Pandey told TNIE , For us human and elephant safety is equally important. Our teams in coordination with district administration and village panchayats have till now been able to prevent human-elephant conflict. The kutcha houses and crops damaged by the elephants are being compensated by the district administration.
CBI Charges 3 Former Chhattisgarh Top Officials For Allegedly Influencing Probe
The CBI has registered an FIR against three former top officials of Chhattisgarh -- principal secretary, joint secretary and advocate general --- for allegedly attempting to influence ongoing proceedings in Nargik Apurti Nigam (NAN) case against them
CBI books three former top officials of Chhattisgarh for allegedly influencing probe
The CBI has filed an FIR against three former top Chhattisgarh officials, including retired IAS officers Anil Tuteja and Alok Shukla, and then Advocate General Satish Chandra Verma, for allegedly influencing proceedings in NAN and ED cases against them.
Employer tortures factory workers, pulls out nails
Two ice cream factory workers in Korba, Chhattisgarh were allegedly tortured by their employer and his aide who pulled out their nails and administered electric shocks on suspicion of theft. The victims, Abhishek Bhambi and Vinod Bhambi, were hired through a contractor to work at the ice cream factory owned by Chhotu Gurjar. The duo was stripped, given electric shocks, and their nails were pulled out, and a video of the torture has gone viral. The victims escaped and filed a complaint with police in Rajasthan, leading to a case being registered in Korba against Gurjar and his associate Mukesh Sharma.
Badesatti becomes Chhattisgarh's first Naxal-free gram panchayat after introduction of Elvid scheme
Badesatti, a gram panchayat in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, has become the first Naxal-free area in the state under the Elvid Panchayat Yojana. This achievement follows the surrender of 11 Naxalites, making the village eligible for development projects worth Rs 1 crore. The initiative aims to eradicate Naxalism from the Bastar region by encouraging surrenders and fostering development in affected areas.
Two factory workers stripped, given electric shock, nails pulled out by employer in Chhattisgarh
On April 14, Mr Gurjar and his associate, Mukesh Sharma, accused the two workers of theft. The duo was stripped, given electric shocks, and their nails were pulled out.
Workers Given Electric Shock, Nails Pulled Out By Employer In Chhattisgarh
Two ice cream factory workers in Korba district were allegedly tortured by their employer and his aide who pulled out their nails and administered them electric shocks on suspicion of theft, police said on Saturday.
2 Workers Tortured in Chhattisgarh Over Theft Suspicion; Nails Pulled, Given Electric Shocks
Accused employer and aide booked; viral video shows brutal assault in Korba district
In Chhattisgarh's Korba district, two ice cream factory workers endured brutal torture by their employer and an accomplice, who suspected them of theft. The victims, originally from Rajasthan, were allegedly stripped, given electric shocks, and had their nails forcibly removed. After escaping and filing a complaint in Rajasthan, police have registered a case, but no arrests have been made yet.
Odisha ministers inspect illegal coal mining sites in Sundargarh; vow strict action
ROURKELA: Mines Minister Bibhuti Bhusan Jena and Forest Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia on Friday inspected the forests in Hemgir block from where massive illegal coal mining was detected by the Sundargarh administration earlier this month. The two ministers visited Telendihi, Bhograkachhar and Jamkani forests under Gopalpur range along with Aryan Coal Beneficiation Pvt Ltd (ACBPL) unit at Kanika. Singkhuntia said illegal mining was going on in the forests for the past 15 to 20 years and during the previous BJD governments rule, people and the media did not report it fearing the mining mafia. After the BJP government came to power in the state, theft of minerals is coming to the fore. Those involved in the loot of natural resources and causing losses to the state exchequer would get exemplary punishment, he said. Similarly, Jena said the BJP government has taken a strong view of illegal mining. A detailed inquiry is being conducted and those involved in the illegal act would not be spared. On April 4, a team of Sundargarh administration first detected massive illegal coal mining inside Telendihi revenue forest. Subsequently, unauthorised coal mining was unearthed in Ratansara and Bhograkachhar forests. The administration found illegally-mined pits and coal dumps besides an unauthorised brick kiln with above two lakh finished bricks in Bhograkachhar forest. Over the next few days, the district administration conducted mapping of the affected forests with the help of drones to analyse the quantum of illegal mining and coal theft. So far, Hemgir police has arrested four villagers for engaging in manual digging of coal using labourers and supplying coal to brick kilns along Odisha-Chhattisgarh border. On April 16, the administration raided ACBPL unit at Kanika and found over 10,000 tonne of coal stacked illegally on a separate plot of the company without permission. Pending inquiry, the Mines department has suspended the license of ACBPL. The ministers were accompanied by deputy Speaker and Talsara MLA Bhabani Shankar Bhoi, RN Pali legislator DC Tanti, Jharsuguda MLA Tankadhar Tripathy, in-charge Sundargarh collector Ashutosh Kulkarni, ADM (revenue) Abhimanyu Majhi, director of mines Rohit Kumar Lenka, deputy director of mines, Rourkela Bimbadhar Sethi and Sundargarh DFO Pradeep Mirase.
33 Maoists say farewell to arms in Chhattisgarh; 17 carried cumulative bounty of Rs 49L
RAIPUR: At least 33 Naxalites, 17 of them carrying a cumulative bounty of Rs 49 lakh, surrendered before security forces in Chhattisgarhs Sukma district on Friday, police said. While 22 cadres, including nine women, turned themselves in before senior officials of the police and Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF) earlier in the day, later 11 others, including two women, surrendered before police officials. According to the officials, the Maoists were inspired by the state governments Niyad Nellanar scheme and the Naxal Surrender Rehabilitation Policy 2025. The surrendered cadres cited disappointment with hollow and inhuman Maoist ideology and atrocities on local tribals, Sukma Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan said. The surrendered Naxalites included Muchaki Joga (33) the deputy commander in PLGA (Peoples Liberation Guerrilla Army) and his wife Muchaki Jogi (28), both of whom carried a reward of Rs 8 lakh each. Two area committee members, Kikid Deve (30) and Dudhi Budhra (28), who carried a reward of Rs 5 lakh each, also renounced the Maoist doctrine. The official said seven surrendered cadres carried a bounty of Rs 2 lakh each, while another Naxalite carried a reward of Rs 50,000. The official said that under the new Chhattisgarh Naxal Surrender/Victim Relief and Rehabilitation Policy-2025, the state government has introduced Elvad Panchayat Yojna, which has a provision of sanctioning development works worth Rs 1 crore to village panchayats that facilitate the surrender of Naxalites active in their area and pass a resolution declaring themselves Maoist-free. The surrendered Naxalites were provided assistance of Rs 50,000 each, and they will be rehabilitated as per the policy. Forces recover rebels explosives, laptops Meanwhile, a joint team of security forces comprising District Reserve Guards and Indo-Tibetan Border Police personnel out on anti-Maoist campaign inflicted economic and strategic damage, recovering 11 laptops, `5 lakh in cash and explosives belonging to the Red rebels from the site of encounter in Narayanpur district about 400 km south of Raipur.
Days after Amit Shah's appeal, 33 Maoists surrender in Sukma
In Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, 33 Maoists, including 17 carrying rewards totaling 49 lakh, surrendered to security forces following an appeal from Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Authorities also seized laptops, cash, and explosives in Narayanpur district. The surrendered Maoists received 50,000 each and rehabilitation benefits, as they were involved in attacks on security forces.
CBI takes over case of Chhattisgarh ex-bureaucrats, former AG influencing NAN-scam probe
The alleged scam pertained to procurement of sub-standard rice and salt by NAN, Chhattisgarhs nodal agency for procuring and distributing food grains under the Public Distribution System
22 Maoists including nine women renounce doctrine, surrender in Chhattisgarh
RAIPUR: Twenty-two Maoists including nine women surrendered on Friday to senior officials of the Sukma district police and CRPF in Bastar, realising the hollow, anti-development ideology of the banned outfit CPI (Maoist). Of the 22, twelve were carrying a cumulative bounty of Rs 40.5 lakh on their heads. These Maoists have been given an incentive of Rs 50000 each under the rehabilitation policy of the state government. The other facilities earmarked under the policy will also be provided to them, said the Bastar police. Officials said the surrendered Maoists were also inspired by the state governments scheme Niyad Nellanar (your own good village) pursuing various development works in remote and troubled villages besides the surrender and rehabilitation policy. The cadres who surrendered were active in the Maad (Chhattisgarh) and Nuapada (Odisha) divisions of the outlawed organisation, said Kiran Chouhan, Sukma district superintendent of police. The surrendered Naxalites included Muchaki Joga (33), deputy commander in PLGA (People's Liberation Guerrilla Army), and his wife Muchaki Jogi (28) both carrying a reward of Rs 8 lakh each. Two Area Committee Members Kikid Deve (30) and Dudhi Budhra (28), carrying a reward of Rs 5 lakh each also renounced the Maoist doctrine. In another incident, a joint team of security forces comprising District Reserve Guards (DRG) and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) inflicted economic and strategic damage in an encounter with Maoists in Narayanpur district about 400 km south of Raipur on Friday. They recovered 11 laptops, Rs 5 lakh in cash and explosives belonging to the rebels from the encounter site. Security forces had launched a search operation from Padamkot base camp following specific inputs about the presence of senior cadres of the banned outfit in the forested terrain of Abhujmad area of Narayanpur, the police said. The gunfight continued for around three hours. With the forces gaining control of the situation, the Maoists escaped from the area leaving behind their belongings. The forces recovered 11 laptops, Rs 6 lakh cash, 30 kg explosive material, 20 litres of petrol and diesel, two cooker bombs, 130 cartridges of self-loading rifle (SLR), 25 cartridges of 12-bore rifles, 18 cartridges of .303 rifles and Maoist uniform, medicines, Maoist literature among other items from the encounter site, stated the press release issued by Bastar police. The action of the security forces also conveyed a clear message to Maoists that they are no longer safe in any area of Abhujmad, the statement added.
One worker dead, two critical during blasting at coal mine in Chhattisgarh
The incident took place around noon in the Gare Palma coal mine of Jindal Power Limited in Dongamahua village of Tamnar area, a police official said.
Man kills mother after she denies him Rs 200 to buy dog
A 45-year-old man in Chhattisgarh's Raipur allegedly killed his 70-year-old mother after she refused to give him Rs 200 to buy a dog. The accused, Pradeep Dewangan, also injured his wife during the attack. Police are searching for the accused and have registered a murder case.
Chhattisgarh Man Kills Mother After She Denies Him Rs 200 To Purchase Puppy
A man allegedly bludgeoned his 70-year-old mother to death after she refused to give him Rs 200 to purchase a dog in Chhattisgarh's Raipur on Friday, police said.
33 Naxalites surrender before security forces in Chhattisgarh`s Sukma
While 22 cadres, including nine women, turned themselves in before senior officials of the police and Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF) earlier in the day, later 11 others, including two women, surrendered before police officers
22 Naxalites surrender before security forces in Chhattisgarhs Sukma
At least 22 Naxalites, 12 of them carrying a cumulative bounty of Rs 40.5 lakh, surrendered before security forces in Chhattisgarhs Sukma district on Friday, police said. The cadres, including nine women, turned themselves in before senior officials of the police and Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF), citing disappointment with hollow and inhuman Maoist ideology [] The post 22 Naxalites surrender before security forces in Chhattisgarhs Sukma appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
Chhattisgarh man kills 70-year-old mother after she refuses to give him Rs 200 to buy dog
RAIPUR: A man allegedly bludgeoned his 70-year-old mother to death after she refused to give him Rs 200 to buy a dog in Chhattisgarh's Raipur on Friday, police said. The accused, Pradeep Dewangan (45), also allegedly injured his wife during the attack that occurred in Nageshwar Nagar under the Urla police station limits around 8 am, station house officer B L Chandrakar said. He said Dewangan was eager to purchase a puppy for Rs 800 and was falling short of Rs 200, which he sought from his mother, Ganeshi. The official said the accused, an e-rickshaw driver, has two sons and a daughter. Chandrakar said Dewangan bludgeoned the victim to death with a hammer after she refused to give him money, and he also assaulted his wife, Rameshwari. The accused managed to escape from the spot when his 15-year-old son intervened and alerted the neighbours about the attack, he said. The police reached the spot and rushed the two women to a hospital, where Ganeshi succumbed to injuries during treatment, he said. The official said efforts were on to nab the accused, and a case of murder has been registered against him.
