AP Showcases to Chhattisgarh States End-to-End AI System for GST Investigations
The delegation of the neighbouring state is on a three-day visit to study Andhra Pradeshs technology-enabled initiatives and exchange best practices in GST administration.
Inter-State Human Trafficking Syndicate Busted on Odisha-Chhattisgarh Border
Mahasamund Superintendent of Police Prabhat Kumar said cash amounting to roughly Rs 1.48 crore, along with several other materials and documents, was recovered from the accused during the operation.
Weakening Depression Hits UP-MP Border; IMD Warns of Fresh System Brewing in Andaman Sea
The active depression over northeast Madhya Pradesh and adjoining northern Chhattisgarh has accelerated rapidly towards the north-northwest direction at a speed of 25 km/h over the past six hours. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the system centered near the border of northeast Madhya Pradesh and southeast Uttar Pradesh during the afternoon hours of [] The post Weakening Depression Hits UP-MP Border; IMD Warns of Fresh System Brewing in Andaman Sea appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Rajasthan: Three, including two medical students, killed in Udaipur crash
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 26 (IANS) Three people, including two MBBS students, were killed and two others critically injured after a speeding car collided head-on with a trailer on the Debari-Amberi National Highway in Udaipur on Saturday afternoon. The accident occurred around 3:30 p.m. near the Ramdevji Temple in the Pratapnagar police station area. Police said a Honda City travelling from Debari towards Amberi first hit a road divider after the driver apparently lost control. The car then crossed into the opposite lane and collided with an oncoming trailer. The impact left the vehicle mangled, trapping its occupants inside. Additional Superintendent of Police Umesh Ojha confirmed that all four occupants were MBBS students at Pacific Medical College in Umarda, Udaipur. The deceased were identified as Uday Bansal, a resident of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, and Ruchika Parihar, 25, from Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. Police said a third person also died in the crash. The injured include Shashank Singh, son of Lakshminarayan and a resident of Haryana, who sustained serious injuries and was admitted to a private hospital. Another female student travelling in the car was also critically injured. Police said efforts were underway to confirm the identity of the third deceased person and the injured woman. Residents and police worked together to extricate the victims from the wreckage. The bodies of the deceased were taken to the mortuary, while the two critically injured were rushed to hospital. Their condition was reported to be serious. The accident caused significant traffic disruption on the highway, with vehicles queuing on both sides. Police deployed a crane to remove the wrecked car and trailer from the road, restoring traffic flow after clearing the scene. Preliminary investigation suggests the car lost control, struck the divider, and entered the opposite lane before colliding with the trailer. Police have launched a probe into the incident.
Chhattisgarh floods: Check roads, rail routes and trains hit by heavy rain
Chhattisgarh is facing widespread disruption after heavy rainfall caused the Kharun River to rise and flooded roads and villages in parts of Raipur and Durg. Rail services were also affected after waterlogging and track subsidence on the Durg-Dallirajhara section. Several trains were cancelled or curtailed, while heavy rain has also inundated low-lying areas and disrupted connectivity elsewhere in the state.
Teacher Accused Of Harassing Minor Girl Arrested
A computer teacher from a government residential school in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district has been arrested in Rajasthan for allegedly sexually harassing a 14-year-old girl. The arrest followed a complaint lodged by the victim and her mother, leading to a special investigation team being formed.
BJP to hold first meeting of newly appointed state in-charges, co-in-charges on Sep 29
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will hold the first meeting of its newly appointed state in-charges and co-in-charges at the party's national headquarters in New Delhi on September 29, a party statement said on Saturday. The meeting, to be chaired by BJP National President Nitin Nabin, will bring together the party's newly appointed in-charges and co-in-charges for all 28 states and eight Union Territories. According to party sources, the deliberations will focus on strengthening and expanding the organisation, preparations for upcoming Assembly elections, and a review of the performance and functioning of BJP governments in states where the party is in power. The meeting assumes significance as it will mark the first collective interaction of the newly appointed state in-charges and co-in-charges following the organisational reshuffle announced earlier this week. The BJP leadership is also expected to discuss key organisational priorities, coordination between the central and state units, and preparations for upcoming electoral campaigns and organisational programmes. The gathering will provide the newly appointed functionaries an opportunity to receive guidance from the central leadership and present their strategies for strengthening the party's presence in their respective states and Union Territories. On September 23, the BJP announced the appointment of in-charges and co-in-charges for all states and Union Territories. As part of the reshuffle, national general secretary Smriti Irani was assigned charge of Haryana and Chhattisgarh, while party vice-president Ram Madhav was entrusted with responsibility for Tamil Nadu. The party also elevated senior leader Anil Baluni as coordinator of its communication department, which oversees the national media cell and social media unit. Ashish Usha Agrawal, recently appointed co-convenor of the BJP's national media department, has been elevated as its convenor, a position previously held by Baluni. The appointments were announced by BJP President Nitin Nabin. According to a party notification, senior BJP leader Vinay Sahasrabuddhe has been appointed as Delhi in-charge, while Jamyang Tsering Namgyal and Darshana Jardosh will serve as co-in-charges for the national capital.
Over 500 evacuated in Gadchiroli after floods from Chhattisgarh rains
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Very heavy rain alert issued in 13 districts of Madhya Pradesh
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 26 (IANS) A very heavy rainfall alert has been issued on Saturday in thirteen districts of Madhya Pradesh. According to the Bhopal Weather Centre of the India Meteorological Department, a depression over northeast Madhya Pradesh and adjoining north Chhattisgarh continued to bring widespread rainfall across large parts of the state, with very heavy downpours recorded at several locations in the past 24 hours. According to observations recorded on Saturday morning, very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds (4050 km/h) is likely at isolated places in Datia, Bhind, Sidhi, Rewa, Satna, Umaria, Katni, Jabalpur, Panna, Damoh, Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh and Niwari. Heavy rainfall is expected at isolated places in Shivpuri, Gwalior, Morena, Singrauli, Mauganj, Anuppur, Shahdol, Narsinghpur, Mandla, Sagar and Maihar. Also, rainfall occurred at most places in Rewa, Jabalpur, Shahdol and Sagar divisions, at many places in Gwalior and Chambal divisions, at a few places in Bhopal, Indore and Narmadapuram divisions, and at isolated places in Ujjain division. Maximum temperatures remained markedly below normal by 4.55.1 degrees Celsius in Gwalior and Sagar divisions and by 2.03.8 degrees C in Bhopal, Chambal and Jabalpur divisions. Minimum temperatures were also below normal by 5.98.0 degrees C in Gwalior, Rewa, Jabalpur, Shahdol and Sagar divisions. The highest rainfall amounts included Bichhia (191.8 mm), Ajaigarh (180.2 mm), Amarkantak (148.0 mm), Panna (143.2 mm) and Bajag (143.0 mm). Heavy rainfall was reported from Rajnagar (112.6 mm), Niwas (110.8 mm) and several other stations. Gusty winds reached 59 km/h at Anuppur and 52 km/h at Sagar. Thunderstorms with lightning occurred across Shahdol, Jabalpur, Narmadapuram, Sagar, Rewa, Chambal and Gwalior divisions as well as in Vidisha, Raisen, Ratlam, Jhabua, Dhar, Barwani and Khargone districts. The depression, centred near 70 km south-southwest of Sidhi district, is very likely to move north-northwestwards towards southeast Uttar Pradesh by Saturday evening and then weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area. The forecast for Sunday, September 27 indicates rainfall or thunderstorms with lightning at most places in Datia, Bhind, Singrauli, Sidhi, Rewa, Satna, Anuppur, Shahdol, Umaria, Dindori, Katni, Jabalpur, Mandla, Panna, Damoh, Sagar, Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh, Niwari and Maihar districts. Authorities have advised people to stay away from low-lying and flood-prone areas, avoid underpasses and overflowing bridges, and secure temporary structures. For Bhopal and the neighbourhood, the sky is expected to remain generally cloudy with the possibility of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and rain. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 29 degrees C and 21 degrees C respectively.
Odisha floods: Govt evacuates people as rivers swell, Hirakud opens gates
The Odisha government on Saturday started shifting people in low-lying areas to safety as all rivers in the state have swelled due to heavy rainfall over the past few days, and the Hirakud Dam has opened 16 gates to release excess water into the Mahanadi, officials said. Flash floods have been reported from Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kalahandi, Koraput, Nabarangpur, Malkangiri, Keonjhar and Jagatsinghpur districts. In Balasore alone, 14,660 people in 91 villages were affected as rivers flowing in spate inundated vast swathes of land. An official said 3,268 people have been removed from these areas. According to officials at the Water Resources Department, 11 more gates of the Hirakud Dam had to be opened on Saturday to release excess water from the reservoir. A total of 16 sluice gates have been opened, they said. We have to open more gates due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchment area of the Mahanadi river in Chhattisgarh. At present, water level is 629.56 feet against the fu
Cyclone Arnab batters Chhattisgarh, schools shut statewide amid flood threat
Digital Desk | Raipur, Sep 26 (IANS) Cyclone Arnab, which formed over the Bay of Bengal, has unleashed three days of torrential rainfall across Chhattisgarh, severely disrupting normal life in the Raipur, Bilaspur, Bastar, Durg and Surguja divisions. Several roads remain submerged, traffic has halted on multiple routes, and connectivity has been severed in many areas. Rivers and streams across the state have swollen dangerously, prompting authorities to issue Orange and Yellow alerts for several districts. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has ordered a complete holiday for all government, private, and aided schools in the state on Saturday. Heavy rains could lead to waterlogging, rising water levels in rivers and streams, and difficulties in commuting. The decision ensures schoolchildren face no risks, the Chief Minister said on his X handle. He urged parents to keep children at home, remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel. District Collectors and concerned departments have been instructed to implement the order effectively and stay on high alert for relief and rescue operations. In Mahasamund district, intermittent heavy rain over the past two days has disrupted daily life. The Mahanadi Rivers water level has risen sharply due to continuous rainfall and releases from the Gangrel Dam, causing rivers and streams to overflow. In Bamhani village, the government liquor shop was completely surrounded by floodwaters, trapping two security guards, Chhagan Lal Kurre and Eid Kumar Tandan. They released a video confirming they were safe. A team later carried out a successful rescue. The administration has issued an alert for 18 villages situated along the riverbanks. The Bastar division and adjoining districts have borne the brunt of the cyclones impact. Continuous torrential rain has caused most rivers and streams to overflow, submerging main roads and completely severing inter-district connectivity. All 14 gates of the Gangrel Dam in Dhamtari have been opened after the reservoir reached over 98 per cent capacity. Approximately 50,000 cusecs of water are being released into the Mahanadi via the Rudri Barrage. The Murumsilli Dam stands at full capacity (100 per cent), while the Dudhawa and Sondhur dams in Balod have exceeded 90 per cent. The overflowing Hatkul River near Dhamtari headquarters has cut off several surrounding villages. Water has also been released from the Bango Dam in Korba and the Khatiguda Dam in Odisha, sending around 500,000 cubic metres downstream and rapidly raising the Indravati Rivers level. Hundreds of villages in Sukma, Kanker, Bijapur, Jagdalpur, Narayanpur and Dantewada face an imminent flood threat following the large-scale release from Odishas Kalahandi region, reports and sources said. District administrations have placed rescue teams on standby, directed officials to maintain constant vigilance, and identified safe locations in every riverside village along the Mahanadi for potential relocation of residents. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as the system gradually weakens, with the safety of citizens remaining the top priority.
Chhattisgarh Schools Closed Today: Heavy Rain Triggers Statewide Holiday
Chhattisgarh has declared a school holiday today, September 26, 2026, due to heavy rainfall. Get the latest updates on district-wise closures, exam rescheduling, and safety advisories for students and parents.
Odisha Weather Alert: Depression Weakens, Thunderstorm Warning Issued
A persistent weather depression centred over northeast Madhya Pradesh and adjoining north Chhattisgarh continues its north-northwestward journey, bringing heavy precipitation across central and eastern India. While the system is expected to lose intensity over the next 12 to 24 hours, meteorologists have sounded a high alert for Odisha, where intense rainfall and thunderstorms threaten multiple [] The post Odisha Weather Alert: Depression Weakens, Thunderstorm Warning Issued appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Deep depression weakens, brings relief from heavy rain in south Bengal
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 26 (IANS) The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) at Alipore in Kolkata on Saturday said there is no warning of heavy rainfall for south Bengal districts, including Kolkata, from Sunday onwards, as the deep depression affecting the region is expected to weaken into a low-pressure area by Saturday evening. According to the Met Office, rainfall activity is likely to ease from Saturday evening, with no prospects of moderate to heavy rain across south Bengal over the next few days. The deep depression over south Odisha and Chhattisgarh has moved further northwestward and is gradually losing strength, leading to a reduction in rainfall intensity across both south and north Bengal. A Met department official said rainfall in Kolkata and adjoining areas is expected to decrease significantly from noon on Saturday. While isolated light showers may occur at one or two places, no weather warning has been issued for any district in south Bengal. However, sea conditions remain rough due to the lingering impact of the weather system. Gusty winds of 35-45 kmph, occasionally reaching 55 kmph, are continuing along the coast. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea until Saturday afternoon. South Bengal, including Kolkata, has been experiencing intermittent spells of heavy rain since Wednesday night under the influence of the deep depression. The city and its suburbs also witnessed heavy showers on Saturday morning. In north Bengal, heavy rainfall may continue in Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri and Kalimpong districts on Saturday. Thunderstorm and rainfall warnings are also in place for Alipurduar, Cooch Behar and North Dinajpur. However, no weather warnings have been issued for any district in north Bengal from Sunday onwards. Kolkata recorded a minimum temperature of 25.6 degrees Celsius on Saturday, 0.4 degrees below normal, while the maximum temperature on Friday stood at 30.6 degrees Celsius, 1.9 degrees below normal.
Chhattisgarh government declares school holiday amid heavy rain, flood-like situation
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai ordered relief and rescue operations across the State after incessant rain inundated low-lying areas and cut off villages in the Bastar region
Odisha reels under heavy rains; 14,000 people evacuated amid flood fears
IMD says deep depression that brought the rains has weakened into a depression and moved out of Odisha and was centred close to south-southeast of Bilaspur in Chhattisgarh
Former Naxal commander builds home under Chhattisgarh rehab scheme
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Rain returns to Delhi despite monsoon withdrawal; UP, 7 states on alert
A depression over Chhattisgarh is moving towards southeastern Uttar Pradesh, triggering heavy rain and thunderstorms across north and central India on September 26
Light rain forecast in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal; gusty winds likely
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 26 (IANS) Parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal may receive rain through Tuesday, with thunderstorms and gusty winds, the Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai said on Saturday. The weather office said the deep depression weakened early on Friday over southern interior Odisha and adjoining Chhattisgarh. By 8.30 a.m. on September 25, the system had moved north-northwestwards as a low-pressure area over southern Chhattisgarh and adjoining southern interior Odisha. On Saturday, one or two places in the Western Ghats districts and in Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, Vellore and Ranipet may receive light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder, lightning and winds reaching 40 to 50 kmph. Isolated light rain is possible elsewhere in Tamil Nadu and in Puducherry and Karaikal. For Sunday, the centre forecast moderate thunderstorms at isolated places in the Western Ghats districts. Other parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal could see isolated light to moderate rain with thunder, lightning and gusts of 40 to 50 kmph. The forecast for Monday indicates thunderstorms in the Western Ghats districts, Chennai and northern and central districts. It names Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, Villupuram, Tirupattur, Vellore, Ranipet, Namakkal, Karur, Erode, Tiruchirappalli, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Pudukkottai and Sivaganga among the areas where rain and strong winds are possible. Isolated light rain may occur elsewhere, including Puducherry and Karaikal. Similar isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds are forecast across the region on Tuesday. Light to moderate rain at a few places is expected on September 30 and October 1. Maximum temperatures are unlikely to change substantially through September 29, although a slight rise is possible. Daytime temperatures may be two to three degrees Celsius above normal. In Chennai, partly cloudy skies are expected on Saturday, with light to moderate thunderstorms possible in parts of the city in the evening. The maximum temperature is likely to reach 35 to 36 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may be 27 to 28 degrees. Fishermen have been advised to avoid the north Andhra Pradesh coast and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal on Saturday, where winds may reach 40 to 50 kmph, gusting to 60 kmph. No warning was issued for Tamil Nadu coastal waters or the Arabian Sea during September 26-29.
Delhi-NCR wakes up to pleasant weather as rain, thunderstorms likely over next three days
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Delhi-NCR woke up to pleasant weather and cool winds on Saturday, with light to moderate rainfall expected over the next two to three days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Saturday, warning of thunderstorms and gusty winds of up to 30 kmph. The expected rainfall is likely to provide some relief from the recent heat as the national Capital moves into the post-monsoon period. Rainfall is expected on Saturday, Sunday and Monday as a depression over Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh moves towards Uttar Pradesh and interacts with a weak western disturbance. While heavier rainfall is expected in parts of Uttarakhand and north-western Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana and north Rajasthan are likely to receive lighter showers. Similar weather conditions are expected to prevail on Sunday, while there is also a possibility of light rain on Monday. The change in weather is attributed to a cyclonic circulation in the lower atmosphere over north-western Uttar Pradesh and adjoining areas. The southwest monsoon withdrew from Delhi on September 23, two days ahead of its normal withdrawal date, marking the earliest retreat from the national Capital since 2002. Despite the early withdrawal, weather officials said the prevailing weather systems could continue to bring scattered showers and thunderstorms over the next few days. Cloudy skies and moist easterly winds helped keep temperatures lower in Delhi on Friday. The maximum temperature settled at 33 degrees Celsius, one degree below normal, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 24.2 degrees Celsius. For Saturday, the IMD has forecast a maximum temperature of 32-34 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 22-23 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, a weather system over Chhattisgarh and Odisha, along with a fresh spell associated with a trough in the upper atmosphere, is expected to bring heavy rainfall across a wide stretch of the country on Saturday, according to the IMD. At the centre of the weather activity is a depression that formed over south Odisha and adjoining south Chhattisgarh. Uttar Pradesh is likely to witness intense rainfall activity over the next two days, the IMD said on Friday, issuing a red alert for several districts. The weather agency warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall at several places and extremely heavy rainfall at isolated locations. The state government has placed district administrations on alert in view of the forecast till September 27. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, taking note of the forecast of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and the situation arising from flash floods, directed district magistrates of the concerned districts to maintain special vigilance and visit the field to monitor arrangements. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the 'satisfactory' category. The AQI recorded at various monitoring stations was 63 at NSUT Jaffarpur, 65 at Punjabi Bagh, 68 at Shadipur, 85 at Sirifort, 67 at Chandni Chowk, 65 at Commonwealth Sports Complex, 56 at JNU, 72 at Alipur, 63 at R K Puram, 77 at Anand Vihar, 84 at Mundka, 68 at Vivek Vihar, 120 at Rohini, 129 at Wazirpur and 91 at Nehru Nagar.
Heavy Rain Forces School Closures in Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh on September 26
Heavy rainfall leads to school closures in Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh for safety on September 26. Heavy Rain Forces School Closures in Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh on September 26
6 Dead After Wheat-Laden Truck Crashes Into Parked Vehicle In Chhattisgarh
The accident occurred around 11.30 am at Markatola Ghat, under Purur police station limits, on National Highway-30
Six killed, 11 injured as truck rams stationary vehicle in Chhattisgarh
Digital Desk | Raipur/Balod (Chhattisgarh), Sep 25 (IANS) Six people were killed and 11 others injured in a road accident at Markatola Ghat on National Highway-30 in Chhattisgarh's Balod district on Friday, officials said. The incident occurred around noon in the Purur police station area when a wheat-laden 16-wheeler truck rammed into a stationary mini goods vehicle. According to police, the stationary vehicle was carrying members of a Dhumal music troupe from Kawardha (Kabirdham) to Jagdalpur. It had broken down near Markatola Ghat and was parked on the roadside. Some occupants had left the spot to find a mechanic when the truck, heading from Raipur towards Jagdalpur, struck the stationary vehicle with force, dragging it about 50 metres before overturning. The impact was so severe that eyewitnesses reported that the bodies of the deceased and injured were buried under sacks of wheat. Rescue operations began immediately amid heavy rain. Teams from two police stations, assisted by local residents, removed wheat sacks and debris to extricate the victims. The injured were rushed by ambulance to Dhamtari District Hospital. Balod's Additional Superintendent of Police Chandrakant Govarna said two persons died on the spot while four others succumbed during treatment. Of the 11 injured, seven in critical condition were referred to Raipur for advanced care. The deceased were residents of Kawardha. The truck driver fled the scene after the accident, and police are searching for him. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai expressed deep grief over the tragedy. In a post on X, he wrote: The news of the untimely demise of many people in the horrific road accident at Markatola Ghat in Balod district is extremely saddening. My deepest condolences go out to the bereaved families who lost their loved ones in this heartbreaking incident. I pray for the peace of the departed souls and the speedy recovery of the injured. Necessary instructions have been issued to the authorities to ensure proper treatment of the injured. The Chhattisgarh government stands with the affected families in this hour of grief. Police have registered a case and begun investigation into the cause of the accident. Post-mortem examinations of the deceased were underway. The injured remain under treatment, with some still in a state of shock and, as a result, their identities could not be ascertained immediately.
Odisha Put on 24-Hour High Alert as Depression Shifts Toward Chhattisgarh
Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari has instructed state authorities and citizens to maintain high vigilance for the next 24 hours following a depression over the Bay of Bengal moving across Baragada toward neighbouring Chhattisgarh. The official forecast indicates heavy rainfall across several western Odisha districts, including Jharsuguda, Sambalpur, Subarnapur, Boudh, and Sundaragada. Authorities [] The post Odisha Put on 24-Hour High Alert as Depression Shifts Toward Chhattisgarh appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Efforts are being made to bring the main promoters of the Mahadev Betting App back to India to face trial, ED stated.
Deep Depression Weakens Into Depression Over South Interior Odisha: IMD
The Deep Depression over south Odisha and adjoining south Chhattisgarh weakened into a Depression on Friday morning, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. According to the IMDs 5:30 am bulletin, the system moved north-northwestwards at a speed of 15 kmph during the past six hours and lay centred over south interior Odisha and adjoining Chhattisgarh. [] The post Deep Depression Weakens Into Depression Over South Interior Odisha: IMD appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Weather today, September 25: Heavy rain likely in 8 states; check IMD forecast
Weather today, September 25: The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall across several parts of India, with East Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Uttarakhand and other states facing rain alerts. A deep depression over Odisha is also weakening while moving north-northwest. Check the latest IMD forecast, rainfall warnings and weather conditions for your state.
Panaji: Goa endured a batting collapse as their two-day All India U-16 JY Lele Invitational Cricket Tournament match against Chhattisgarh ended in a draw at the Infipro Sports Academy Cricket Ground. Chhattisgarh, who made 212/9 in their first innings, bowled Goa out for 120 in 66.4 overs to secure the first-innings lead points. Vishram Parab []
Enter at own risk: churches to non-Christians as anti-conversion law takes effect in Chhattisgarh
Warning boards have been put up as a precautionary measure to avoid action under the Chhattisgarh Freedom of Religion Act, 2026, says Diamond Philus, general secretary of the Dhamtari District Christian Forum
Mahadev app still active, generated over 94,000 crore from illegal betting: ED
The central agency made this assertion in the sixth prosecution complaint it filed a few days ago before a special PMLA court in the Chhattisgarh capital, naming a total of 42 individuals and companies as accused.
BJP chief Nitin Nabin on Thursday appointed party's organisational joint general secretaries in-charge of various states. The development comes a day after the Bharatiya Janata Party announced in-charges and co-in-charges for several states and Union Territories. Nitin Nabin on Wednesday had approved the appointments, which stated that senior BJP leader Smriti Irani has been assigned organisational responsibilities for Haryana and Chhattisgarh. Party strategist Sunil Bansal has been assigned to Bengal and Telangana, and Vinod Tawde has been entrusted with key regional commands, with Tawde continuing his focus on the politically vital state of Uttar Pradesh.
India weather news: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several parts of India on September 24, with southern states, along with Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha and Odisha, likely to witness intense rain. Several regions may also experience thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds and squally conditions. Delhi, however, is unlikely to receive rainfall on September 24, with the weather agency issuing no warning for the national capital.
Ladakh adopts single merit list for Central Pool seats
Srinagar, Sep 23: In Ladakh, the Health & Medical Education Department has revised guidelines for admission to MBBS and BDS seats under the Central Pool, following the formation of seven new districts in the Union Territory of Ladakh. Under the existing system, introduced in 2021, candidates were considered under different categories and admitted through a roster system. The categories included Reserved and Unreserved candidates, Leh and Kargil districts, and male and female candidates, besides other categories prescribed under the existing guidelines. With approval of the Lieutenant Governor, the UT Administration has decided to amend the existing guidelines and introduce a single merit list for admission to Central Pool MBBS/BDS seats. Officials said the existing system of separate categories and roster shall be discontinued. They said a single merit list shall be maintained irrespective of the domicile district, sex, or Reserved/Unreserved category of the candidate. Admission to the allotted Medical and Dental Colleges shall be made strictly on the basis of NEET merit/ranking and the choices exercised by the eligible candidates. For the academic year 2026-27, the Government of India has allotted 7 MBBS and 2 BDS seats to the UT of Ladakh under the Central Pool. The MBBS seats have been allotted to Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi; L.L.R.M. Medical College, Meerut; Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi; R.S.D.K.S. Government Medical College, Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh; Dumka Medical College, Jharkhand; M.L.B. Medical College, Jhansi; and Chandulal Chandrakar Memorial Medical College, Durg, Chhattisgarh, with one seat in each institution. The two BDS seats have been allotted to K.G. Dental College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, and Government Dental College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, with one seat in each institution. A period of seven days shall be provided to all interested and eligible candidates having a valid NEET ranking to apply for the Central Pool MBBS/BDS seats through the official Ladakh NIC portal. Eligible candidates are advised to visit the official website of the Administration of UT of Ladakh, for detailed guidelines and further information regarding the application process.
Indian Railways completes Taroki-Rowghat section in Chhattisgarh
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Nabins new BJP team takes shape as party redraws state organisational map
The BJP has revealed its list of state in-charges and co-in-charges for upcoming assembly elections. Nitin Nabin leads the organizational restructuring, highlighting the inclusion of 21 women leaders in the team. Key appointments include Smriti Irani for Haryana and Chhattisgarh, and Ram Madhav for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand. The party aims for better coordination within its media team through this restructuring.
Biplab, Smriti Appointed BJP In-Charges Of MP, Chhattisgarh Ahead Of 2028 Assembly Polls
Biplab Deb and Smriti Irani have been appointed BJP in-charges for Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh as the party prepares for the 2028 Assembly polls.
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 23 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday appointed Sanjay Bhatia as its new in-charge for Rajasthan, with Rajya Sabha MP Kavita Patidar and Delhi BJP leader Kuljeet Singh Chahal named as Co-in-charges. The appointments are part of a wider organisational reshuffle covering 28 states and eight Union Territories. The new assignments were announced by BJP President Nitin Nabin and take effect immediately. Bhatia will now oversee the party's organisational affairs in Rajasthan, while Patidar and Chahal will assist him as Co-in-charges. The appointments come as the BJP prepares for the next phase of political activity in Rajasthan, including the state's Panchayati Raj elections. The BJP has also been undertaking organisational preparations at the grassroots level ahead of the upcoming polls. Bhatia, a senior BJP leader, has been given responsibility for Rajasthan as part of the latest national organisational reshuffle. His appointment places him at the centre of the BJP's organisational coordination in the state, where the party is currently in government under Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma. Bhatia will be responsible for coordinating with the State BJP leadership and monitoring organisational activities across Rajasthan. The BJP has appointed two Co-in-charges to assist Bhatia in managing the party's organisational affairs in Rajasthan. Rajya Sabha MP Kavita Patidar has been appointed one of the two Co-in-charges. She hails from Madhya Pradesh and is a member of the BJP's national-level political organisation. Patidar will work alongside Bhatia as part of the new Rajasthan organisational team. Kuljeet Chahal, a Delhi BJP leader and member of the New Delhi Municipal Council, has been appointed the second Co-in-charge for Rajasthan. Chahal has been associated with the BJP's youth organisation and has held organisational responsibilities in Delhi. The Rajasthan appointments are part of a larger BJP organisational exercise covering 36 states and Union Territories. The BJP has appointed new in-charges and Co-in-charges in several states. Among the other major changes, Baijayant Jay Panda has been appointed Maharashtra In-charge, Vinod Tawde has been given charge of Uttar Pradesh, Smriti Irani has been assigned Chhattisgarh and Haryana, and Ram Madhav has been given responsibility for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand. For Rajasthan, the new organisational team is In-charge: Sanjay Bhatia, co-in-charge: Kavita Patidar and co-in-charge: Kuljeet Chahal. The new appointments assume significance as the BJP continues to strengthen its organisational machinery in Rajasthan ahead of the next round of elections and grassroots-level political activity.
Taman Singh Sonwani, who headed the CGPSC from 2020 to 2023, was arrested by the ED in July in connection with its money laundering probe into alleged corruption, question paper leaks and manipulation of examinations conducted by the commission in 2020 and 2021
Congress Hits Out at BJP Over Attack on Senior Leaders Convoy in Assam
The leaders present in the convoy included former Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel, Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Gaurav Gogoi, party MP Rakibul Hussain and the partys candidate Sibamoni Bora.
BJP appoints State in-charges; Smriti Irani gets Haryana, Chhattisgarh; Ram Madhav T.N., Uttarakhand
In a reshuffle, the BJP has elevated Anil Baluni as coordinator of its communication department, which includes the party's national media cell and social media unit
Smriti Irani appointed BJP in-charge for Haryana and Chhattisgarh, Vinod Tawde to look after UP
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party National President Nitin Nabin on Tuesday announced a fresh set of appointments of state in-charges and co-in-charges for various states and union territories. The appointments, detailed in an official press release issued from the partys central office, take effect immediately. According to the circular, the party has assigned organisational responsibilities covering nearly all states and UTs. Notable appointments include Smriti Irani as in-charge for both Chhattisgarh and Haryana, with Siddharth Shambhu as co-in-charge for Chhattisgarh and Dr Bhola Singh as co-in-charge for Haryana. Baijayant Jay Panda has been named state in-charge for Maharashtra, assisted by co-in-charges Amit Malviya, Sadanand Shet Tanavade and Kamaljeet Sahrawat. In Uttar Pradesh, Vinod Tawde has been appointed state in-charge, with Jagadish Patel, Medha Kulkarni, Dr Pradeep Verma and Anant Ojha as co-in-charges. Sunil Bansal will serve as state in-charge for both Telangana and West Bengal. For Telangana, Abhay Patil and Rekha Sharma are co-in-charges, while West Bengals co-in-charges include Lal Singh Arya, Rajendra Singh and Pinki Kushwaha. Other key assignments feature Biplab Kumar Deb as in-charge for Madhya Pradesh with Rekha Verma as co-in-charge, Ram Madhav as state in-charge for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand, Harish Dwivedi as state in-charge for Bihar and Karnataka, and Dr Satish Poonia as state in-charge for Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. Mangal Pandey has been named state in-charge for Assam, while Dr Arvind Bhadauria will head Andhra Pradesh with Vanathi Srinivasan as co-in-charge. Meanwhile, BJP national president Nitin Nabin has appointed Ashish Usha Agrawal as convenor of the media department and Anil Baluni as co-ordinator of the communication department. The list also covers smaller states and UTs: Jay Prakash (Andaman and Nicobar), Dr Devesh Kumar (Arunachal Pradesh), Dr Vinay Sahasrabuddhe (Delhi), Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar (Goa), Tarun Chugh (Gujarat), Shrikant Sharma (Himachal Pradesh), Gajendra Patel (Jharkhand), Prof M Nagaraja (Kerala), Rajkumar Bhatia (Ladakh), George Kurian (Lakshadweep), Dr Rajdeep Roy (Manipur), Kanad Purkayastha (Meghalaya), Dr Bhagwat Karad (Mizoram), Anil Antony (Nagaland and Goa Sah Prabhari), D Purandeswari (Odisha), K Surendran (Puducherry), Raju Bista (Sikkim) and Mriganka Deb Barman (Tripura). Several leaders hold dual or multiple responsibilities under the partys organisational restructuring. The circular has been issued by national office in-charge Tarun Chugh to all state presidents and organisational general secretaries for information and necessary action. The appointments aim to strengthen the partys organisational network ahead of future electoral and organisational programmes.
BJP Appoints In-Charges For All States, UTs; Irani Gets Haryana, Chhattisgarh
Anil Baluni Elevated As Coordinator Of BJP Communication Department
BJP Appoints Smriti Irani In-Charge of Haryana and Chhattisgarh
New Delhi, September 23, 2026: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced new state and Union Territory in-charges and co-in-charges as part of its organisational team under party president Nitin Nabin. Former Union minister Smriti Irani has been appointed BJP in-charge for Haryana and Chhattisgarh. Senior BJP leader Sunil Bansal has been given charge of ... Read more BJP Appoints Smriti Irani In-Charge of Haryana and Chhattisgarh
The BJP has strategically appointed Sanjay Bhatia as the in-charge for Rajasthan, supported by co-in-charges Kavita Patidar and Kuljeet Chahal. For Maharashtra, Baijayant Jay Panda leads the charge alongside a team of co-in-charges. Sunil Bansal will manage Telangana and West Bengal, with carefully appointed co-in-charges. Vinod Tawde has been assigned the Uttar Pradesh in-charge role, and Smriti Irani is set to oversee the strategies in Chhattisgarh and Haryana.
Chhattisgarh Police Arrest Drug Smuggler with 10 Kilograms of Cannabis
A drug smuggler was apprehended in Chhattisgarh with over 10 kg of cannabis, valued at 518,000, while traveling from Odisha to Rajasthan. Chhattisgarh Police Arrest Drug Smuggler with 10 Kilograms of Cannabis
Red Warning in Odisha and Chhattisgarh as Heavy Rains Hit 20 States; Dry Spell in Delhi-NCR
Chhattisgarh High Court Seeks CGPSC Reply for Shortlisting Only 608 for 265 Posts
Heavy rain for Odisha, Coastal AP, Chhattisgarh, Telangana as storm heads to Kalingapatnam
Track of the deep depression would take it likely from Visakhapatnam northwards to interior of south Odisha and onward to Jharkhand
Weather today September 23: IMD issues red alert; check which states are likely to see heavy rain
IMD has issued an extreme rain warning for Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Telangana and Chhattisgarh as a Deep Depression over the Bay of Bengal moves towards the coast. Several other states, including West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and Vidarbha, are also likely to receive heavy to very heavy rain. Check the state-wise weather forecast for September 23.
Security Forces Seize Cache of Weapons from Naxalite Hideout in Chhattisgarh
Security forces in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur district uncover a significant cache of weapons hidden by Naxalites in a recent operation. Security Forces Seize Cache of Weapons from Naxalite Hideout in Chhattisgarh
Chinese hand grenade among arms and ammunition recovered from separate Maoist dumps in Chhattisgarh
Security forces have recovered a cache of arms, ammunition and explosives, including a Chinese-made hand grenade, allegedly concealed by Maoists in the forest areas of Chhattisgarhs Bijapur district, police said on Tuesday. The recovery was made during a search and demining operation conducted this month in the Lanka Pahadi forest area under the jurisdiction of Bedre police station, a police official said.
Chhattisgarh Minister Criticizes Congress Over Constitutional Institutions
Chhattisgarh Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal accuses Congress of undermining constitutional institutions amid political tensions. Chhattisgarh Minister Criticizes Congress Over Constitutional Institutions
Chhattisgarh High Court Acquits Government Accountant in Bribery Case
BJP-AIUDF Understanding Visible in Nagaon: Bhupesh Baghel Targets Himanta Sarma Ahead of Bypoll
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 21 (IANS): Congress General Secretary and Assam in-charge Bhupesh Baghel on Monday alleged that an understanding between Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal was evident in the ongoing electoral contest in Nagaon. Addressing the media in Nagaon, Baghel claimed that the political understanding between the two leaders could be seen during the campaign for the upcoming Lok Sabha by-election. Right now, elections are underway here in Nagaon, and the alliance between Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal is visible here, Baghel said. However, the Congress leader did not elaborate on the specific incidents or evidence supporting his allegation. Baghels remarks come amid an increasingly competitive electoral contest in Nagaon, where the Congress and the BJP-led alliance are campaigning to consolidate support ahead of polling on October 6. Meanwhile, the Congress has announced a list of 40 star campaigners for the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election, featuring senior party leaders and prominent figures from Assam and other states. The list was submitted to the Election Commission by Congress General Secretary K.C. Venugopal on September 16 under Section 77(1) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. Among the prominent campaigners named are former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi, Congress MP Wazed Ali Choudhury, former Assam minister Rakibul Hussain and party spokespersons Pawan Khera and Supriya Shrinate. The list also includes NSUI national president Uday Bhanu Chib and Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar. Other senior leaders named as star campaigners include Assam Congress Legislative Party leader Debabrata Saikia, former state Congress president Ripun Bora, former minister Paban Singh Ghatowar, Alka Lamba, Imran Pratapgarhi, Srinivas BV and former Tripura minister Sudip Roy Barman. The Congress is seeking to strengthen its campaign in the constituency as political parties mobilise support ahead of the bypoll. Polling for the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election is scheduled for October 6, while the counting of votes will take place on October 9. The election is expected to witness a multi-cornered contest involving the Congress, BJP and other political parties. --IANS tdr/
Chhattisgarh govt launches portal for verification of private university degrees
Students, parents, employers and other institutions will be able to check academic credentials without having to approach individual universities for verification
Mere recovery of tainted cash cannot lead to conviction in bribery case: Chhattisgarh High Court
The Court acquitted an accountant in the District Education Officers office in Surajpur, saying the prosecution had not proved the demand for a bribe
Mere recovery of tainted cash cannot lead to conviction in bribery case: Chhattisgarh High Court
The Court acquitted an accountant in the District Education Officers office in Surajpur, saying the prosecution had not proved the demand for a bribe
Misuse of SIMs may attract up to 3 years imprisonment and Rs 50 lakh fine, warns DoT
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) on Monday said that it has warned citizens against the misuse of SIM cards and telecom identifiers, stating that violations under the Telecommunications Act, 2023 can attract imprisonment of up to three years and a fine of up to Rs 50 lakh. The advisory follows the detection of a fraudulent SIM issuance racket in Chhattisgarh, where mobile connections were activated using citizens identity documents without their knowledge or consent. According to the DoT, a Point of Sale (PoS) agent in the state was found to have activated 25 SIM cards using identity documents belonging to citizens without their knowledge or consent. Acting swiftly, the Department, in coordination with telecom service providers, blacklisted the PoS agent, permanently preventing the outlet from issuing mobile connections in the future. Recent cybercrime investigations have brought to light some instances in which a Point of Sale (PoS) agent in Chhattisgarh was found to have illegally activated 25 mobile connections (SIMs) using citizens identification documents without their knowledge or consent, the Ministry of Communications said. The 25 mobile numbers were subsequently examined through the Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP), a system developed by the DoT to detect suspicious telecom activity. Mobile connections identified as potentially fraudulent were subjected to re-verification, and those that failed the verification process were deactivated. Issuing a public advisory, the DoT reiterated that fraudulent issuance of SIM cards, misuse of telecom identifiers and tampering with International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers are serious offences under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. The Department stated that such violations can lead to imprisonment of up to three years along with financial penalties that may extend to Rs 50 lakh. The advisory comes amid growing concerns over the misuse of telecom resources in cybercrime, digital fraud and other unlawful activities. With mobile connectivity and digital services expanding rapidly across the country, authorities have emphasised the need for strict compliance with telecom regulations to protect citizens and maintain the integrity of communication networks.
Chhattisgarh: Four weapons, including an AK-47 and 76 live rounds recovered from Naxal dump
Chhattisgarh: Four weapons, including an AK-47 and 76 live rounds recovered from Naxal dump Bijapur: Security forces recovered a Naxal arms dump containing four weapons, including an AK-47 rifle, and 76 live rounds from the forests of Utla village under Bhairamgarh police station limits in Bijapur district. Police made the recovery based on information provided [] The post Chhattisgarh: Four weapons, including an AK-47 and 76 live rounds recovered from Naxal dump appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Suspicious Death of Tribal Welfare Driver Raises Concerns in Surajpur, Chhattisgarh
A driver for the Tribal Welfare Department was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Surajpur, prompting an investigation by local authorities. Suspicious Death of Tribal Welfare Driver Raises Concerns in Surajpur, Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh CM Seeks Lord Jagannath
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai, with his wife and daughter, offered prayers at Puris Jagannath Temple on Sunday and said both states have agreed to accept the CWCs decision on Mahanadi water sharing. The post Chhattisgarh CM Seeks Lord Jagannaths Blessings in Puri, Hopes Mahanadi Row Ends Soon appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Chhattisgarh: Tribal Body To Move HC Challenging Jhiram Ghati Massacre Verdict
Sarv Adivasi Samaj plans legal fight, alleging wrongful conviction of ten accused
Chhattisgarh and Odisha Chief Ministers Discuss Resolution of Mahanadi Water Dispute
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Dev Sai assures a swift resolution to the long-standing Mahanadi water dispute with Odisha. Chhattisgarh and Odisha Chief Ministers Discuss Resolution of Mahanadi Water Dispute
Mahanadi Row: BJD Slams Chhattisgarh CM, Vows No Compromise
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) launched a scathing attack on Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Sunday following his statement claiming that the long-standing Mahanadi River water dispute is not a dispute. In a press release issued by former Minister and BJD Vice-President Pratap Jena, the party labelled the statement unacceptable and accused Chhattisgarh [] The post Mahanadi Row: BJD Slams Chhattisgarh CM, Vows No Compromise appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Mahanadi water dispute to be resolved very soon: Chhattisgarh CM
Mahanadi water dispute to be resolved soon, says Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Sep 20 (IANS) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Sunday said that the Mahanadi River water dispute between Chhattisgarh and Odisha will be resolved soon. Sai, who is on a two-day visit to Odisha, met his Odisha counterpart, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, at the latters residence in Bhubaneswar on Sunday and held discussions on many important issues. While speaking to media persons upon arrival, the Chhattisgarh CM said, There is no dispute over Mahanadi water. As the BJP is in power in both the states, Chhattisgarh and Odisha, as well as at the Centre, this is going to be resolved very soon. Several long-pending inter-state river water disputes are also being settled amicably. So, the Mahanadi water dispute between Chhattisgarh and Odisha will also be resolved soon. He further noted that the Chief Ministers of Chhattisgarh and Odisha, along with senior officials from both states, recently met in New Delhi and gave their consent to the Central Water Commission to resolve the Mahanadi water dispute through mutual dialogue. Notably, the Mahanadi River water dispute is a long-standing conflict between Odisha and Chhattisgarh over the sharing of the rivers water, dating back to 2016. Odisha has alleged that Chhattisgarhs unilateral construction of at least eight barrages has reduced downstream flow, affecting agriculture, fisheries and power generation. Odisha considers the Mahanadi its lifeline for agriculture, fisheries and power. Meanwhile, informing about his meeting with Chhattisgarh Chief Minister, Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi wrote on X, It was a pleasure to receive Honble Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Shri Vishnu Deo Sai Ji, at my residence. We had a fruitful interaction on strengthening cooperation between Odisha and Chhattisgarh and advancing our shared commitment towards the development and welfare of our people. According to his itinerary, Sai will visit the Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar after meeting Chief Minister Majhi. He will later visit the Jagannath Temple in Puri to have darshan of the deities.
Missing eight-month-old from Nashik found safe by officials after three days
Digital Desk | Nashik, Sep 20 (IANS) An eight-month-old baby girl who went missing in Maharashtra's Nashik district three days back was found safe on Sunday, police said. The infant, who had gone missing from the Manyad police outpost region in Nandgaon taluka of Nashik on September 17, was found abandoned near the Vaibothi village in neighbouring Yeola taluka. Yeola taluka police reached the spot and took her into their custody. Subsequently, the infant was taken to the Yeola Sub-District Hospital for a medical examination after being identified by her mother and the Nandgaon police. Her safe recovery brought relief to the family and the police. However, the circumstances under which the baby reached Vaibothi, who brought her there, and why she was abandoned at the spot remain unclear. Police are investigating the matter to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the infants disappearance and subsequent recovery. In Odisha, Operation Anweshan, conducted by the state's Crime Against Women and Children Wing (CAW & CW) Department, along with the state police, rescued 101 missing children. The children included 54 boys and 47 girls. The teams conducted field-level searches, verified the leads, and coordinated with local authorities, along with various child care institutions during the operation. As part of the operation, as many as 17 specialised teams were deployed to several states and Union Territories where Odia children are frequently found. The youngest among those rescued was a three-month-old infant found institutionalised alongside her minor mother. Another child who was found was institutionalised for the longest duration and had spent more than five years away from home. The states in which the children were found include Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, New Delhi, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup begins in Leh
Leh, Ladakh: The 10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup 2026 is being held at the NDS Indoor Stadium in Leh, bringing together Pencak Silat athletes, coaches, officials, team managers and sports administrators from across the country. More than 850 athletes and participants are taking part in the national championship, which has emerged as a major sporting gathering in the Union Territory of Ladakh. Teams from various States, Union Territories and Paramilitary Forces are participating in the championship. The event also features more than 100 technical and federation officials and State/UT representatives, along with over 70 coaches and team managers. The opening ceremony will be attended by Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena as the chief guest. Administrative Secretary, Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh Bhanu Prabha; Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor, Ladakh Shashanka Ala; Joint Director, Youth Services & Sports, Ladakh Tsering Paldan; Additional Deputy Commissioner to the Lieutenant Governor Shekh Aadil; President, Indian Pencak Silat Federation; President, Ladakh Pencak Silat Association; and District Youth Services & Sports Officer, Leh, will also be present. The championship has brought together sporting delegations from Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, CISF, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, ITBP, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, SSB, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The participation of State and UT teams along with Paramilitary Forces has added diversity to the championship, bringing athletes from different sporting backgrounds onto one national platform. Besides athletes, the championship includes technical officials, federation representatives, coaches, team managers, referees, judges, delegation representatives and members of the organising and support teams. The event has brought together more than 1,000 athletes, officials, coaches, managers, representatives and other sporting stakeholders. Hosting a national-level Pencak Silat championship in Leh at the high altitude of the Himalayas gives the event a distinctive setting. The championship provides athletes from across India an opportunity to compete at the national level while also experiencing the culture and hospitality of Ladakh. The event also highlights Ladakh's potential to host major sporting competitions and provides a platform for promoting sports and sporting activities in the region. The 10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup 2026 brings together athletes and sporting delegations from different regions of the country on a common platform. With more than 850 participants, 100 technical officials and representatives, and over 70 coaches and team managers, the championship provides a significant platform for Pencak Silat athletes to compete and showcase their skills.
Chhattisgarh: Maoists Planned 2013 Jhiram Ghati Massacre Three Months in Advance, Says Court Order
The Maoists had also conducted recce in the Sukma-Jagdalpur road in Bastar and rehearsals in the forest before executing the plan.
Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission Delays State Civil Services Exam Interviews
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission has delayed the document verification and interview process for the State Civil Services Exam 2025, causing uncertainty among candidates. Originally scheduled to take place from September 20 to October 1, new dates will be announced later. This decision follows demands from the opposition for increased transparency in the selection process. Candidates are advised to check the official website for updates. The recruitment aims to fill 265 positions across various departments, but concerns regarding the evaluation process have led to this unexpected halt.
Detained on suspicion of being Bangladeshi, 19 Bengal workers released from Chhattisgarh
Delhi-NCR likely to stay mostly dry; air quality remains in satisfactory category
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) Delhi and most parts of the National Capital Region (NCR) are likely to experience predominantly dry weather on Saturday, with no major spell of heavy rain forecast for New Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad and several other areas, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The weather agency has forecast partly cloudy skies over Delhi, with the maximum temperature expected to remain between 34 degrees celsius and 36 degrees celsius. The minimum temperature is likely to settle in the range of 22 degrees celsius to 24 degrees celsius. The forecast comes at a time when the Southwest Monsoon is showing signs of retreat from northwest India. According to the IMD, atmospheric conditions are becoming favourable for the withdrawal of the monsoon from some parts of West Rajasthan on Saturday. However, Delhi is expected to continue witnessing largely dry conditions in the immediate forecast period. For New Delhi, the IMD has predicted partly cloudy skies and has issued no weather warning. The wider Delhi region is also expected to remain free of significant rainfall, with temperatures staying within the forecast range. Some parts of the NCR could, however, see isolated changes in weather. Gurugram is likely to remain partly cloudy, with the possibility of one or two spells of rain or thundershowers during the day. No warning has been issued for the city. Meanwhile, several districts of Maharashtra, including Pune, Nashik, Ahmednagar, Solapur, Kolhapur, Sangli, Satara, Dhule, Jalgaon and Nandurbar, are expected to receive rainfall on Saturday. Rain is also likely in areas including Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Nanded, Latur, Parbhani, Beed, Hingoli, Jalna and Osmanabad. The IMD has forecast scattered monsoon showers and thunderstorms over Haryana, Chandigarh, Punjab and West Rajasthan on Saturday. East Uttar Pradesh may also experience similar conditions on Saturday and Sunday. Himachal Pradesh is likely to receive isolated rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms through September 24. Central India is also expected to remain active weather-wise. West Madhya Pradesh and East Madhya Pradesh may witness fairly widespread to widespread rainfall along with thunderstorms on Saturday. Chhattisgarh could also receive fairly widespread rainfall, with thunderstorms and lightning in several areas. In southern and coastal regions, Kerala, Mahe and Lakshadweep are likely to experience fairly widespread rainfall through September 24. Parts of Karnataka may also see similar conditions during the period. North Interior Karnataka, South Interior Karnataka and Telangana are likely to receive rainfall on Saturday . Coastal Andhra Pradesh may witness isolated to scattered rainfall between Saturday and Sunday. Meanwhile, the air quality of Delhi remained in the satisfactory category. CRRI Mathura Road (131), Burari Crossing (99), North Campus DU (125), IGI Airport (T3) (102), Pusa (89), Aya Nagar (75), Shadipur (79), ITO (88), DTU (94), R K Puram (128), Ashok Vihar (91), Dwarka-Sector 8 (116), Narela (120), Rohini (107), Chandni Chowk (98), and IIT Delhi (131).
Chhattisgarh teacher carries infant across swollen river to teach in cut-off village
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Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai unveils Viksit Chhattisgarh 2047 vision at 'Seva Sankalp' dialogue
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai presented the state's 'Viksit Chhattisgarh 2047' roadmap. The plan emphasizes good governance and reaching every citizen with scheme benefits. Digital tools are being used to strengthen transparency and track project implementation effectively. The state is developing its unique growth model, leveraging forest resources and tourism potential. Key achievements include success against Naxalism and empowering women and farmers economically.
Chhattisgarh: Massive 'Aashirwad Ke Diye' Drive Honours PM Modi's 25 Years of Service
Weather today, September 18: IMD forecasts widespread thunderstorms across north and northeast India
The IMD has forecast rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across India from September 17-23, with isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall likely in states including Punjab, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and parts of the Northeast. South Peninsular India, particularly Tamil Nadu, Kerala and coastal Andhra Pradesh, may see gusty winds reaching up to 60 kmph alongside sustained rainfall through the week, with strong surface winds also expected in some areas.
Chhattisgarh Lights Over 1.50 Crore 'Aashirwad Ke Diye'
Chhattisgarh residents illuminate 1.5 crore earthen lamps across the state as part of Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, celebrating PM Modi's 25 years of public service and inviting citizen participation.
Digital Desk | Raipur, Sep 17 (IANS) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Thursday announced a major boost for unorganised sector workers by doubling the subsidy for purchasing e-rickshaws from Rs 50,000 to Rs 1 lakh. The decision was taken at a grand workers convention held at the Sardar Balbir Singh Juneja Indoor Stadium in the state capital to mark Vishwakarma Jayanti. Addressing the large gathering of labourers, Sai said the enhanced financial assistance would help traditional rickshaw drivers shift to cleaner, more efficient electric vehicles, increase their earnings and promote self-employment. He also unveiled plans to set up Shramik Jan Suvidha Kendras (Workers Public Amenity Centres) in various cities across the state. These centres will offer essential facilities such as seating, drinking water and mobile charging points under one roof, providing a dignified resting space for workers who often wait for work under harsh weather conditions. In another significant step, the Chief Minister announced the launch of an e-bike assistance scheme aimed at making daily commuting easier and more affordable for registered workers, particularly the estimated 8,000 to 10,000 delivery personnel in the state. Sai emphasised that the governments primary focus remains on financially empowering workers and improving their overall quality of life. During the event, the Chief Minister transferred more than Rs 51 crore directly into the bank accounts of over 1.43 lakh workers under various labour welfare schemes through Direct Benefit Transfer. He also handed over keys of e-rickshaws to 100 women workers under a related assistance programme, underscoring the drive towards womens economic self-reliance. Sai extended warm birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on behalf of the people of Chhattisgarh and wished everyone a happy Vishwakarma Jayanti. Describing the Prime Minister as the Vishwakarma of modern India, he said Modi was guiding the countrys development and nation-building in a new direction. The Chief Minister stressed that workers form the backbone of progress in both the state and the nation, and the government remains committed to protecting their interests through continuous welfare measures. Officials said the new initiatives would be rolled out in a phased manner to ensure maximum reach and benefit for the working community.
Govt puts 25 coal blocks on sale in 16th round of commercial auctions
The mines span across nine states including Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, among others.
100-week Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan to begin with nationwide Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh tomorrow
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Department of Youth Affairs will launch on Friday a 100-week nationwide Youth Pledge and Signature Campaign to mobilise support for a collective commitment for a Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat through awareness and community-led activities, an official said. The Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, through Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) and the National Service Scheme (NSS), will commence the Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan with the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh, said the official in a statement. The Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 2 through a virtual address to spiritual organisations, industry associations, NGOs and university associations. The campaign is structured around four pillars Prevent, Protect, Recover and Lead. Since its launch, the initiative has recorded participation from over 30,200 locations, more than 2.5 crore viewership and over 1 crore pledges. As part of the opening phase, the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh will be organised by NSS from September 18 across 300 identified locations. The participating network comprises educational institutions located across States and Union Territories and includes colleges, universities and other institutions identified through NSS Regional Directorates, the statement said. The identified institutions include, among others, institutions in Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Delhi, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Maharashtra and Kerala. The first Sunday of the 100-week Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan will be observed on September 20, with activities being organised across 485 MY Bharat units, including MY Bharat District Offices and Youth Hostels. The Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh will centre on a collective Youth Pledge and Signature Campaign, complemented by thematic street plays, slogan writing and youth-led discussions. These activities will provide young people with platforms to participate in awareness-building and reaffirm their collective commitment towards a Nasha Mukt Bharat. The opening of the 100 Weeks Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan will be followed by a structured 12-week activity calendar from September to December 2026, with three thematic phases My Health, My Pride, Fit Youth, Addiction-Free Youth and Life Skills Month, said the statement. The programme will feature health check-up and BMI camps, meditation and wellness sessions, health walks and runs, Yuva Melas, yoga sessions, traditional sports, mini marathons, cyclothons, sports leagues, decision-making workshops, discussions on peer pressure, problem-solving activities and youth-led role plays and street plays, said the statement. Under the NSS component, activities will subsequently be conducted on Fridays and Saturdays, with 200 locations planned for each of the following 11 weeks, taking the projected NSS coverage to 2,500 events during the 12-week period, it said. MY Bharat will undertake weekly activities across its designated units, with the implementation plan providing for 3,235 MY Bharat unit-level activities during the period, it said.
Govt launches 16th round of commercial coal mine auctions
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Ministry of Coal successfully launched the 16th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions here on Thursday and also handed over Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) to the successful bidders of six coal mines auctioned in earlier rounds. The CMDPAs were executed for Tara (revised), Margo West, Margo East, Mandla South, Dongeri Tal-II and Dip Side of PKoC. The successful bidders include CG Syn-Gas & Chemicals Ltd, Jharkhand Exploration & Mining Corporation Limited, Qube Commercial Pvt Ltd, Gallant Ispat Ltd and The Singareni Collieries Limited, according to an official statement. The six mines together have geological reserves of approximately 1,504 million tonnes and a combined Peak Rated Capacity of 11.62 MTPA. Once operational, they are expected to generate annual revenue of around Rs 1,984 crore, attract capital investment of nearly Rs 1,743 crore and create approximately 15,700 employment opportunities in the respective coal-bearing regions, the statement said. The 16th round offers 25 coal blocks, comprising 21 fully explored and four partially explored mines, across nine coal-bearing statesArunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Telangana and West Bengal. Of these, six coal mines are offered under the Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act (CMSP) and 19 under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act (MMDR). The blocks are open to experienced mining companies, new entrants and technology-driven enterprises under the liberal commercial coal mining framework, which provides for no end-use restrictions, 100% FDI through the automatic route and low upfront payments adjustable against future revenue share. With the launch of this round, the commercial coal mining programme has now completed sixteen rounds. A total of 147 coal mines have been auctioned to date, with cumulative expected annual revenue of over Rs 47,500 crore and projected capital investment of more than Rs 55,000 crore across nine coal-bearing states. Addressing the launch of auctions, Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey highlighted coals vital role in powering Indias growth, meeting around 55% of the countrys primary energy requirement and over 70% of its electricity generation. Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he underlined the remarkable growth in coal production, which has crossed the 1 billion tonne mark for the second consecutive year, reflecting the strength of Indias domestic coal sector and its growing contribution to energy security. He highlighted the Governments efforts to transform the coal sector through greater transparency, competition and technology-enabled processes. He emphasised the importance of providing a level playing field for stakeholders and creating a conducive environment for investment and wider participation in commercial coal mining. The minister also underscored the need to unlock Indias domestic coal resources, enhance production and reduce dependence on imports, while ensuring efficient and sustainable utilisation of the countrys coal reserves. He also called upon stakeholders to actively participate in the commercial coal mine auction process and contribute to strengthening Indias energy security.
Coal Ministry launches 16th round of commercial mine auctions
The 16th round offers 25 coal blocks across Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Telangana and West Bengal
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