Jharkhand to introduce AI-based elephant alert system along Chhattisgarh border

RANCHI: Jharkhand is all set to introduce an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based Elephant Alert System in regions bordering Chhattisgarh. According to officials, states first AI-based camera hooter system will be installed near Rajabasa village under the Chakulia Range of Jamshedpur Forest Division as a pilot project. Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Saba Alam Ansari informed that it will be Jharkhands first such AI-powered hooter system designed to detect elephants entering a particular area automatically and alert the villages by sounding the hooter. As soon as an elephant enters the visibility rage of the AI-based cameras, the hooter will sound automatically, alerting villagers to protect their families, and livestock, said the DFO. This will be first such project in Jharkhand on the lines of Chhattisgarh, he added. The DFO further added that the entire system is solar-powered and can be monitored in real time through a laptop or mobile app, even during power cuts. As of now, five cameras will be installed covering the village from all sides, he said. Looking at the success of this project, it will be expanded to other elephant prone areas, including Ghatshila, Potka and Bodam ranges, said the DFO. The AI-based hooter system will not only reduce damage to the life and property but also mark a major step toward ensuring peaceful human-elephant coexistence in Jharkhand, he added. Besides alerting the villagers, the forest department teams will also receive an alert message to remain cautious. The system will also allow authorised forest officials to control it remotely. These AI-based cameras will sound the hooter by only if an elephant or a herd of elephants comes into its visibility range and will ignore if any other animal or human being crosses by it, said Ansari. According to sources in forest department, the hooter system will sound alerts in two phases; firstly, when elephants are four kilometres away, the siren will sound for 20 seconds and secondly, when they reach within the range of two kilometres, a louder siren will sound for 40 seconds, so that the villagers to go to a safer place. Notably, Chakulia Forest Range, under Kolhan region of Jharkhand, is an elephant prone zone, having more than 15-20 elephants at a time which sometimes goes to 35-40 after the influx of elephants from neighbouring West Bengal. The region witnesses frequent man-animal conflicts resulting to significant loss of life. Due to frequent wandering of elephants, Chakradharpur (CKP) Division under South Eastern Railways is also to installed an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based Elephant Intrusion Detection System (EIDS) soon to protect elephants being mowed down by the speeding trains. This system detects the presence of elephants around the rail tracks and inform the loco pilots on time. The Intrusion Detection System, for which a successful trail was completed recently along the Barabamboo-Chakradharpur-Lotapahar section, detects the presence of elephants around the rail track and informs the loco pilots on time so that they can slow down the speeding train. This system will operate through fiber optics and sensors. This step will prove to be very crucial in Kolhan region, where a large number of elephants cross railway tracks on regular basis and many of them are hit be trains and get killed.

Six Maoists including Commander Hidma killed in encounter in Andhra's ASR

RAIPUR: Maoist commander and Central Committee Member Madvi Hidma, his wife Madkam Raje (DKSZC Member), and four others were killed in an encounter in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitarama Raju district on Tuesday. The four others who were killed in the gun battle have been identified as Lakmal (DCM) Kamlu (PPCM), Malla (PPCM) and Deve (personal guard of Hidma). A native of Purvati village under Jagargunda police station in Sukma district, Hidma also known by aliases Hidmanna, Hidmalu, and Deva, joined as Bal sangham (lowest cadre of the banned outfit) in 1991. He became commander of Peoples' Liberation Guerrilla Armys most violent military outfit, and subsequently got elevated from secretary of the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC) to the rank of Central Committee (CC) Member of the outlawed organisation in 2023. Hidma, for over two decades, remained a formidable tribal commander among Maoist cadres and the affected villages in south Chhattisgarh. He was familiar with the Abujhmad region, around 4,000 sq km of forested terrain that had served as a safe haven to armed warfare units of Maoists and their top leaderships. He orchestrated numerous brutal armed attacks on forces, targeted killings, and large-scale ambushes, posing an arduous threat to peace and stability across the Dandakaranya region in south Chhattisgarh including the border areas of adjoining states. Intelligence officials in the state cited his collusion in almost every major Maoist attack. Despite repeated appeals by the government and senior police officers to surrender and return to mainstream life, Hidma remained elusive and seen committed to the ideology of CPI (Maoist). Last week, at the behest of the Chhattisgarh home minister Vijay Sharma, the mother of Hidma Punji Madvi in Sukma earnestly asked him through video message to lay down arms and return home. But that didn't yield any result. The end of Hidmas chapter is a decisive breakthrough to wipe out the Maoist outfit. The few Naxal cadres and their depleted leadership now have no option except to shun violence and join the social mainstream, said Sundarraj Pattlingam, Bastar Range IGP. The ongoing offensive by forces against the left-wing extremists forced the top Maoists leaders to constantly change their locations from Chhattisgarh to adjoining states. Under sustained and coordinated security pressure across Bastar region, Hidma and his close group were forced to abandon their traditional safe hideouts. If reliable sources are to be believed, they had been taking shelter in the Karegutta hills and adjoining ChhattisgarhTelangana interstate border for the last few months, continuously fleeing from one location to another after encountering significant setbacks in Dandakaranya area. Raje too held key positions beginning as a Bal Sangam member (199495) and ultimately becoming Mobile Political School (MOPOS) in-charge and Battalion Party Committee member.

Six Maoists, including top commander Madvi Hidma and his wife, killed in Andhra Pradesh

Raipur: Top Naxalite commander Madvi Hidma, who masterminded several attacks over the last two decades, was killed in an encounter in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday, a breakthrough the Chhattisgarh Police described as the last nail in the coffin of insurgency. Security forces gunned down Hidma (51), his wife Madkam Raje, and four other Maoists 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 .

Hidma's Elimination 'Historic Victory' In Modi Govt's Fight Against Naxalism: BJP

The Chhattisgarh police described the death of Hidma, an alleged mastermind of several attacks, as the last nail in the coffin of the Left-wing insurgency: Reports

Hidmas killing significant blow to red terror: Chhattisgarh CM

Madvi Hidma was one of the most notorious Maoist commanders active in Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, say police

ECI working on 'sinister design' to 'destroy' democracy, Opposition parties through SIR: Congress

The SIR is underway in Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep

Two women naxals surrender in five days in MP, Chhattisgarh

BHOPAL: The surrender of two wanted female naxal cadres in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh within five days earlier this month may prove crucial to the ongoing operations aimed at eliminating left-wing extremism (LWE) from Madhya Pradesh by March 2026. On 1 November, a 22-year-old naxal cadre identified as Sunita, who carried a bounty of Rs 14 lakh on her head and was armed with an INSAS rifle, surrendered before the police in Balaghat district of MP. Five days later, on 6 November, another wanted female naxal, identified as Kamla Sodi alias Taruna, who carried a bounty of Rs 17 lakh on her head, surrendered before the police in Chhattisgarhs Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district. Both women, who hail from Chhattisgarh, had been active in the dense forests of Madhya Pradesh, particularly in the tri-junction of Balaghat (MP), Gondia (Maharashtra) and Rajnandgaon (Chhattisgarh), which forms the core of the CPI (Maoist) Maharashtra-MP-Chhattisgarh (MMC) zone. According to sources, the two surrendered cadres possess vital information about 40-50 armed naxals, around half of them women, currently operating across three to four dalams (armed groups) of the CPI (Maoist) in MPs Balaghat and Mandla districts. Credible sources connected to MP Polices anti-naxal operations said information given by Sunita has put a stamp of approval on intelligence regarding the presence of a highly dangerous group of 11-12 armed cadres led by central committee member (CCM) Ramder in MP and neighbouring jungles since early 2015. Aged around 58 years, Ramder was actually assigned the responsibility of heading the MMC zone by 2024-end and has been active since early 2025 in the region. It has now been revealed that the same group had killed the 25-year-old youth Devendra Yadav, on the suspicion of being a police informer in Balaghat district in September, sources claimed. Following Sunitas surrender, the group headed by Ramder had at least four female cadres left. Sunita was one of the two bodyguards of the groups head. A few months back, we had got evidence about the presence of Ramder in the jungles of Balaghat, but it has been fully confirmed after Sunitas surrender. Her questioning has revealed that the group led by Ramderwhose other bodyguard has been identified as Sagar, is equipped with INSAS and AK-47 assault rifles, besides an Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL). The Madhya Pradesh Police are now preparing to question the other surrendered cadre, Taruna, in Chhattisgarh. Sources in the police forces of both states said they are in constant touch with each other regarding Tarunas questioning in connection with the three to four armed naxal groups active in the jungles of Balaghat and Mandla. Taruna was part of that group which had lost three female cadres and one male cadre in the gun-battle with police in June this year in the Pachama Dadar forests of Balaghat district. All those four naxals carried bounties of Rs 14 lakh each. Taruna had managed to escape from that gun-battle and her questioning will be crucial for gathering credible and latest inputs about the movement of the outlaws forming part of Darrekhasa Area Committee, Malajkhand Area Committee and Tanda Area Committee, which have long been active in Balaghat and Mandla districts, sources claimed. Importantly, the June 2025 encounter not only resulted in the elimination of the four wanted cadres but also led to the recovery of a truck full of arms and ammunition. It further helped MPs anti-naxal security apparatus penetrate the groups stronghold in Pachama Dadar, considered unbreachable for nearly three-and-a-half decades. Sunitas questioning has also brought to light possible unrest among women cadres within the three to four dalams operating in the region, stemming from growing sexual exploitation by senior members. They are being forced to work as coolies and cooks and very often subjected to sexual exploitation. Earlier, they had no option but to remain in the group, as they feared being killed by the group in case of breaking away. But the series of encounters of big naxal commanders in Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra and MP, are believed to have encouraged them to surrender and join the mainstream. Even Sunita, whose naxal cadre father made her join the outlaws in Chhattisgarh in 2022, has been subjected to sexual exploitation and also insulted by group leader Ramder, while alleging her of being in sexual relationship with a fellow male cadre, sources said.

Maoist Commander Madvi Hidma Killed: Mastermind of 26 Attacks Neutralised in Major Encounter

In a major fight against Naxalism, top Maoist commander Madvi Hidma, accused of orchestrating at least 26 major attacks on security forces and civilians, has been killed in an encounter in Andhra Pradeshs Alluri Sitharamaraju district. His wife, Raje alias Rajakka, is also among the dead, who include Chelluri Narayana aka Suresh, SZCM and Tech Shankar, Malla and Deve, Hidmas guard.The encounter unfolded around 6 am in the dense jungles of Marud Palli in West Godavari district, near the Andhra PradeshChhattisgarhTelangana tri-junction. Total six bodies of Naxalites have been recovered after a fierce exchange of fire between security forces and Maoist cadres who were reportedly camping in the area. n18oc_indian18oc_breaking-newsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

Chhattisgarh Maoists trying move into Andhra to revive Naxal movement, says official

Two days back, we received specific intelligence inputs that a few top Maoists, including Madvi Hidma, are planning to enter Andhra Pradesh to revive their movement, Intelligence chief of A.P. said

28 CPI (Maoist) cadre, militia members arrested in Krishna district

The Naxalites, natives of Chhattisgarh, took shelter in a private house on Vijayawada outskirts pretending to be daily wage labourers, the police said

Who was Madvi Hidma? India's top Maoist commander who remained untraceable for years was behind 26 lethal attacks

Madvi Hidma, India's dreaded Naxal, who was responsible for leading at least 26 armed attacks was killed in an encounter today. Hidma remained a mystery over the years but with the intensification of anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh and Bastar region, Hidma was forced to flee in the deep forest. His extensive security rings in the forests made him untraceable for years.

Most wanted Maoist leader Madvi Hidma killed 12 days ahead of Amit Shah's deadline

NEW DELHI: Top Maoist leader Madvi Hidma , who headed the Peoples Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA) Battalion 1 of the Maoists, was killed in an encounter with security personnel in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitaramaraju district on Tuesday. He was gunned down 12 days before the November 30 deadline set by Union Home Minister Amit Shah to eliminate the most wanted Naxalite, sources said. Madvi Hidma was directly involved in more than 26 major Naxal attacks, making him one of India's most feared insurgent leaders. He was killed in the dense Pullagandi forests located at the tri-junction of Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana. Amit Shah had earlier set a deadline of March 31, 2026, to eliminate Maoists in the country. At a security review meeting, Shah also told the top security officials engaged in anti-Naxal operations to eliminate Hidma before November 30, and he was killed 12 days before this deadline, a source privy to the home minister's diktat. After reviewing the operations against Naxals, sources said the left-wing extremism is likely to be over ahead of the home minister's March deadline. Madvi Hidma was the commander of a battalion of the People's Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA) and a member of the Maoist Central Committee. Born in Sukma in 1981, he was believed to be the only tribal member from Bastar to be part of this top leadership group. (With inputs from PTI)

Hidmas end marks a decisive moment in fight against Maoist insurgency

Madavi Hidma, a most wanted Maoist leader, was killed in an operation. This happened deep inside forests at the tri-junction of Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana. His death signals a turning point in India's effort to contain Left-wing extremism. Security officials viewed his killing as evidence of a sharpened strategy and improved coordination between forces.

Most wanted Naxal Hidma killed 12 days ahead of Amit Shahs deadline

NEW DELHI, Nov 18: Madavi Hidma, the dreaded Maoists commander, was killed by security forces 12 days before the November 30 deadline set by Union Home Minister Amit Shah to eliminate the most wanted Naxalite, sources said on Tuesday. Security forces killed the 44-year-old Naxal leader in the dense Pullagandi forests located at the tri-junction of Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana. The Union home minister had set a deadline of March 31, 2026, for the eradication of the Maoist problem [] The post Most wanted Naxal Hidma killed 12 days ahead of Amit Shahs deadline appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurates Pandum Caf for surrendered Maoists in Bastar

RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Monday inaugurated a unique Pandum Cafe at the divisional headquarters in Jagdalpur in the Bastar region to provide employment opportunities to former Maoists who have surrendered. After the inauguration, the Chief Minister interacted with the hired enthusiastic team who began a new chapter of hope and reintegration after returning to the social mainstream. Pandum Cafe is an inspiring symbol of the positive change underway in Bastars ongoing campaign to eliminate left-wing extremism. The caf represents hope, progress, and peace, said CM Sai said. As a part of the state government's rehabilitation initiative, the move signifies an innovative effort reflecting a potent journey from conflict to cooperation. The hands that once were engaged in violence or conflict now contribute towards fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration. Youths working here are mostly those who renounced the violent path to embrace a life of peace and the survivors of Naxal violence. With the support of the Bastar district administration and police, they have undergone extensive training in hospitality services, caf management, customer service, hygiene standards, food safety, and basic entrepreneurship. The name Pandum manifests the cultural roots and traditional ethos of Bastar. Its taglineWhere every cup tells a storysymbolises that every cup served here carries not just aroma and taste, but also the story of courage, change, and a new beginning, said Sundarraj Pattlingam, Bastar range inspector general of police. One of the surrendered Maoist women, expressing her sentiments on the initiative delightfully appreciated the opportunity given to serve society. It feels like a new life, giving us peace and self-respect, she said. The caf stands as a testament to what can be achieved when the administration, police, community, victims of Maoist violence, and rehabilitated Red cadres work together towards peace and development.

Fader Instead of Father, Noge for Nose: Teachers Wrong English Spellings Go Viral, Draws Suspension (VIDEO)

A government school teacher in Balrampurs Machandand village in Chhattisgarh was suspended after a video showed him teaching incorrect English spellings like Sanday, Wensday, and Noge. Villagers also alleged misuse of alcohol by another ...

Naxalite shot dead in encounter with security forces in Chattisgarh

A Naxalite was killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarhs Sukma district on Tuesday, with intermittent firing still underway

Naxalite killed in encounter with cops in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

A Naxalite was killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Tuesday. The exchange of fire broke out in the morning on a forested hill under Errabor police station limits when a team of security personnel was out on an anti-Naxalite operation based on inputs about the presence of Maoist cadres in the area, a police official said. So far, the body of one Naxalite has been recovered from the spot, he said. An intermittent gunfight was underway, and further details were awaited, he added. On Sunday, three Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security personnel in the forested hills of Bhejji and Chintagufa police station areas of Sukma. With the latest action, 263 Naxalites have been killed in encounters in Chhattisgarh so far this year. Of them, 234 were eliminated in the Bastar division, comprising seven districts, including Sukma, while 27 others were gunned down in Gariaband district, which falls in the Raipur division. Two Naxalites were killed in Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki district in Durg division. (This is a developing story)

Maoist killed in encounter with police in Chhattisgarhs Sukma

The exchange of fire started on a forested hill under Errabor police station limits when a team of security personnel was out on an anti-Maoist operation

INTERVIEW | 'Freebies a worry, but welfare policy needed

Chhattisgarh is celebrating the silver jubilee of its formation this year. The BJP has governed the tribal state for most of this period. In an interview with TNIE , Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai discusses his governments achievements and the developmental challenges that persist. Excerpts: Looking at the next 25 years, what is your boldest vision for Chhattisgarh in 2050? Earlier, our people faced the dire issue of hunger. People relied solely on traditional sources for their livelihoods, such as kodo, kutki, and mahua. Later, we developed one of the best Public Distribution Systems (PDS), providing affordable rice and salt to tribal and rural communities. Also, we implemented fair pricing for forest produce, built roads and hospitals, and laid electricity lines. For the next 25 years, weve created a blueprint and vision documents to transform Chhattisgarh into a developed state. We aim to double our current Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) within the next five years, with a target of reaching Rs 75 lakh crore over the next 25 years. Which sectors will you prioritise to generate jobs and promote inclusive development? We are rich in minerals, ores, and forest resources, and we have a strong agricultural base. So far, we have received investment proposals totalling Rs 7.5 lakh crore in energy, AI data centers, semiconductors, textiles, and pharmaceuticals. These sectors are expected to generate jobs. Our new industrial policy states that any industry engaging 1,000 local people will receive incentives. We will also focus on agriculture in the state known as the Paddy Bowl of India by expanding irrigation facilities and promoting organic farming, livestock, and fisheries, especially in the Bastar region. We also designated tourism as Industry and promoting Homestays helps local people earn a living. What is the single biggest challenge for Chhattisgarh, and how do you plan to meet it in the coming 5-10 years? Our largest tribal region is Bastar, which has been deeply impacted by Left Wing Extremism (LWE) or Naxalite terrorism. Developmental works didnt reach that area as expected. Our double-engine governments led by PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, and our state government, reaffirmed our approach to wipe out the Naxal movement from the Bastar region by March 31, 2026. They have a target to wipe out Naxals from the country. That will lead to a restart and provide momentum for developmental works through various schemes, such as Niyad Nellanar, meaning aapka achcha gaon (your good village). According to the latest Status of Adivasi Livelihoods 2022 report, the average annual income of ST households is lower than that of the parent Madhya Pradesh, despite a better literacy rate. Moreover, among Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), incomes are much lower. Why is this so? In tribal regions like Bastar and Sarguja, LWE has disrupted our developmental programmes, affecting their incomes. With support from the Central governments scheme, Dharti Aba Janjati Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan, we are intervening there to increase the income of tribal communities. The mega scheme aims to cover over 6,600 tribal villages across states through various developmental and infrastructural initiatives. For PVTGs, our Prime Minister initiated the Janjati Adivasi NyayMaha Abhiyan to promote the social and economic development of these groups, including approximately 32,000 housing facilities and 2,500 km of roads under construction. Besides, we have set up a regional development authority for Bastar and Sarguja to bring development to their doorstep. Why does Chhattisgarh top the list of the highest number of rejections of claims under Community Forest Rights? This issue stems from the poor implementation of the Forest Rights Act (FRA) by the previous Congress government, which incorrectly distributed land pattas, leading to these rejections. While we excel in providing Individual Forest Rights, the Community Forest Rights were misused under the Congress rule. We are currently conducting a verification process to address it. Both the BJP and Congress now offer free debt and cash cards, which may provide short-term political gains. However, this approach is not sustainable in the long run and places significant pressure on state finances, potentially challenging economic growth. Your comment. We are all concerned about the freebies issue, but a welfare policy is needed. Farmers support us, and we are committed to improving their lives. We are purchasing crops at Rs 3,100 per quintal and will continue to do so. Our state is rich in resources, particularly in minerals and forestry. I believe that the intentions and policies of the rulers should be positive, as this will pave the way for future development. Irrigated land has expanded the slowest in Chhattisgarh. Moreover, around 71 percent of the arable land is rainfall-dependent. Why is this so? When we compare our irrigation potential before November 2000 and now, you will find a huge difference. We are working on it to further increase this potential.

Vacancies in Information Commissioner posts undermining RTI Act: Supreme Court

Observing that the vacancies in the Information Commissioner posts undermine the functioning of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, the Supreme Court on Monday directed Himachal Pradesh to fill all vacant posts in its State Information Commission (SIC) within two months. It also instructed Jharkhand to complete its long-pending appointment process within one month. A two-judge bench of the apex court, headed by Justice Surya Kant and including Justice Joymalya Bagchi, was hearing a petition filed by Anjali Bhardwaj, Commodore Lokesh Batra (Retd.) and Amrita Johri. The plea was on the prolonged failure of the Union government and several states to appoint Information Commissioners. Lawyer Prashant Bhushan, appearing for the petitioners, pointed out that the Central Information Commission (CIC) has been without a chief for more than two months and that eight of the ten sanctioned Information Commissioner posts are vacant. He submitted that the CIC currently faces a backlog of nearly 30,000 cases. Bhushan contended that several SICs are also functioning with serious shortages. Bhushan further noted that the situation in several State Information Commissions was also alarming. In Jharkhand, the SIC has been defunct for more than five years and now the commission has even stopped registering new cases. In Himachal Pradesh, the SIC has been defunct for more than four months. He highlighted that in Chhattisgarh, the SIC is functioning with a single commissioner despite pendency of nearly 35,000 appeals and complaints. Similarly, in Maharashtra, the SIC is functioning with eight commissioners. while three posts are lying vacant and the backlog of cases is nearly 1 lakh, Bhushan pointed out. In Tamil Nadu, the government has sanctioned only seven posts of commissioners even though the SIC has among the largest backlogs in the country at 41,000, he said. In Madhya Pradesh, the SIC is functioning with four commissioners. while 20,000 matters are pending, he added. In several other states also, despite large backlogs, several posts of commissioners are lying vacant. It was highlighted that governments are completely undermining peoples Right to Information by not appointing information commissioners in a timely and transparent manner, leading to buildup of large backlogs and long delays of more than one year in the disposal of appeals and complaints. The issue of ensuring transparency in the appointment process as laid down in the Anjali Bhardwaj judgment of 2019 was also highlighted. The lawyer added that since the last hearing on October 27, 2025, the Karnataka government has filled all the vacancies in the commission and the SIC is now functioning at its full strength of 11 commissioners. The counsel for the Union of India stated that the selection committee meeting will be held at the earliest and the appointment process will be completed.

'Special revision' of electoral rolls to commence in poll-bound Assam soon

GUWAHATI: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday ordered Special Revision (SR) of electoral rolls in Assam which is expected to go to elections in March or April next year. The Commission has directed a Special Revision u/s 21 of the Representation of the Peoples Act 1950 with reference to 01.01.2026 as the qualifying date in the State of Assam, the Commission instructed Assams Chief Electoral Officer (CEO). The SR stands between the annual special summary revision and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, officials said. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who was away in London on Monday, posted on X, The Govt of Assam welcomes the Election Commission of Indias decision to undertake a Special Revision of the electoral roll with 01.01.2026 as the qualifying date. He was confident the exercise would help ensure clean, updated and accurate electoral rolls for all eligible citizens. Assam will extend full cooperation to the @ECISVEEP to complete the revision in a transparent and time-bound manner, he further wrote. The ECI said Electoral Registration Officer of each Assembly segment would be responsible for ensuring that no eligible citizen is left out while at the same time, no ineligible person is included in the electoral roll. Any person is entitled to be an elector and on application to be registered in the electoral roll for that constituency if that person is a citizen of India, not less than 18 years of age as on 01.02.2020, ordinary resident of the constituency, not disqualified under any law, and not of unsound mind, the ECI instructions to the Assam CEO read. The Commission had last month ordered the SIR for 12 states and Union Territories Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Puducherry, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep. Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala and West Bengal will go to elections in 2026. As Assam is also going to polls next year, its exclusions from the SIR raised questions. However, the ECI clarified that separate provisions of the Citizenship Act apply in Assam where the Supreme Court-monitored exercise to verify citizenship was about to be concluded.

Odisha CM Majhi Pays Tributes to Birsa Munda in Paderu, Unveils Statue

Birsa Mundas influence had been immense, with successive governments now appointing Adivasi as chief ministers in Odisha and Chhattisgarh and the President of Indias post also going to a tribal woman.

Butterfly that mimics dry leaf may become Madhya Pradeshs next 'state butterfly'

pBHOPAL: A tropical Asian butterfly, famed for its extraordinary ability to camouflage itself as a dry or dead leaf, may soon be declared tiger-cheetah state Madhya Pradeshs state butterfly. The countrys tiger-cheetah-leopard-wolf and gharial state Madhya Pradesh may soon notify the Orange Oakleaf variety as its state butterfly. If the state forest departments proposal to declare Kallima inachus as the states butterfly materialises, the Orange Oakleaf will become the central Indian states official state butterfly. Confirming that a proposal has been sent recently to the state government, MPs Principal Chief Conservator of Forest (PCCF-Wildlife), Subhranjan Sen, said once the proposal is cleared, MP will join the select league of states which already have their state butterflies. The Orange Oakleaf butterfly is particularly found in the dense forests of the Satpura Mountain Range. Its declaration as the states butterfly will render momentum to focussed efforts on butterfly conservation, Sen told TNIE on Sunday. At least ten states and Union Territories in the country have granted state butterfly status to unique genres of butterflies. These states include Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Tripura and Uttarakhand, which notified their state butterflies between 2016 and 2023. Once MP notifies the Orange Oakleaf as its state butterfly, it will become perhaps the first state in central India to do so. The Orange Oakleaf butterfly flies in the Himalayas at low elevations, from Jammu and Kashmir to Garhwal and Kumaon, and across West Bengal, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh and other northeastern states. It is also found in central and peninsular India, including Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Odisha. It flies along the central Indian highlands to Pachmarhi and Amarkantak in the Satpura Mountain Range in Madhya Pradesh. Its wings are shaped like a leaf when in a closed position. When the wings are closed, only the cryptic underside markings are visible. The resemblance to a dried leafa masqueradeis extremely realistic and gives the genus its common names, the oakleaf or dead leaf. Butterflies occupy a key position in ecosystem stability by acting as pollinators, helping plants reproduce and being a critical part of the food web or chain also, rendering a food source for predators like birds and bats. They are also vital environmental indicators, as their sensitivity to changes in their habitat signals the overall health of an ecosystem, the PCCF-Wildlife said. Notification of a state butterfly by the forest- and wildlife-rich state will also promote focussed research on various butterflies in MP, which is already considered home to 150 to 175 butterfly varieties.

3 Naxals, With Rs 5 Lakh Reward Each, Killed During Encounter In Chhattisgarh's Sukma

Three Naxals carrying Rs 5 lakh rewards each were killed in an encounter with security forces near Tumalpad village in Sukma, Chhattisgarh.

Three Maoists killed in encounter with police in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

The gunfight broke out in forested hills of Bhejji and Chintagufa police station areas in morning when team of DRG was out on anti-Maoist operation based on inputs about presence of Maoist cadres in region, the SP said

Three Naxalites killed in encounter in Chhattisgarhs Sukma

Three Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarhs Sukma district on Sunday, police said. The gunfight broke out on the forested hills between the Bhejji and Chintagufa police station areas in the morning when a team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) launched an anti-Naxalite operation based on inputs about the presence of Maoist cadres in the region, Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan told PTI. So far, three Naxalites have been killed, and the operation is still underway, he said. With this latest encounter, 262 Naxalites have been killed in Chhattisgarh this year. Of them, 233 were eliminated in the Bastar division, which comprises seven districts, including Sukma, while 27 were killed in Gariaband district in the Raipur division. Two Naxalites were also gunned down in Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki district in the Durg division. (With inputs from PTI)

Three Naxalites killed in encounter with cops in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

Security forces neutralized three Naxalites in a fierce encounter in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Sunday. The gun battle erupted during an anti-Maoist operation in the Bhejji and Chintagufa areas. This incident brings the total Naxalite fatalities in Chhattisgarh this year to 262, with a significant number eliminated in the Bastar region.

Chhattisgarh: 'I Will Cut Lemon in Your Name', BJP MP Warns Officials

He threatened to invoke misfortune for them for not heeding public grievances

Chhattisgarh: Naxalism Breathing Its Last, Over 2,000 Maoists Surrendered in Last 2 Years: Sai

The CM said the policy has ensured the suitable rehabilitation of the surrendered Naxals helping them lead a dignified life in the society

Saur Samadhan App yields results with real-time monitoring, redressal of solar plants functioning in Chhattisgarh

RAIPUR: An interactive App Saur Samadhan, intended to ensure the users' access to clean and renewable energy from installed solar plants without any hassles in Chhattisgarh, gets recognised for yielding expedient purposes. A real-time monitoring followed by resolution of complaints, the App designed by Chhattisgarh State Renewable Energy Development Agency (CREDA) leads to better accountability among the workforce, fetching appreciable results for those accessing power from solar plants. Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo launched the innovative App on 18 November 2024, and so far, the complaints of over 1250 solar plants have been attended to and resolved through it. The Society of Energy Engineers and Managers has selected the CREDA App for its 10th national energy management awards to be held in Delhi on November 19-20. During the occasion, CREDA chief Rajesh Singh Rana will be awarded the best chief executive officer for facilitating the innovative App that promptly serves the needs of the consumers without any inconvenience, an official said. The key features of the CREDA App include real-time monitoring processes, resilient inspection protocols and a resolute framework for resolving public complaints. Around 2.75 lakh solar plants have been successfully set up in Chhattisgarh, with the reach of clean renewable energy expanded across the remote areas, mostly in rural-tribal belts. Saur Samadhan can instantly monitor its established solar plants on an effective digital medium.The App enables users to report operational issues with solar installations directly from their mobile phones. After the complaint on sharing information over a non-working or malfunctioning device is registered, an ID is generated for each grievance. The status and action initiated can be tracked by concerned consumers on the App. There is a straightforward and transparent information procedure established between CREDA and the consumers on quick complaint resolution at district and headquarters levels, saidRana, theCEO. The concerned officials get an instant message about the grievance via text messaging (short message service) and WhatsApp on their mobile phone, following which swift action is initiated, directing the ground staff to attend, repair and restore faulty or disrupted solar plants to optimum functioning state. The complaint resolution process has been made effective, quick and reliable. In the process, the quality of work and performance at the field level gets remarkably improved, the CEO added.

Digital tribal museum in Chhattisgarh sparks pride, connection among youth

RAIPUR: The countrys first digital tribal museum has begun evoking a deep sense of pride and historical connection among tribal youths, women, academicians and tourists. Indias first digital tribal museum, set up in New Raipur, the new capital city of Chhattisgarh, is generating excitement across communities. The recently inaugurated Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial & Digital Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum, opened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has quickly become a major attraction. The museum features life-sized sculptures and vivid representations of tribal freedom fighters and their resistance against the British Empire. It serves as an inspiring source for tribal youth and local communities who may be unaware of their rich history. Divided into 17 immersive sections, the museum employs sound, light and digital projections to transport visitors into the world of Chhattisgarhs indigenous communities. Each display, whether showcasing village life, crafts or heroic resistance, offers a visual feast filled with colour and movement that captivates both casual tourists and serious researchers. For local villagers, these exhibits evoke a deep sense of pride and connection. Our ancestors stories of resistance against British colonialism inspire us, said Mahendra Netam, a tribal youth from the Sarguja region who now works as a bike taxi driver in Raipur. He stood in front of an exhibit depicting the 1857 tribal uprisings that swept through central India, where Adivasi leaders like Gend Singh and Veer Narayan Singh bravely fought against British oppression. In addition to documenting tribal resistance history, another section of the museum highlights the daily lives of tribal people, including their cultural practices, food, household chores and last rites. In one corner, a group of women gathered around a display showcasing the transformation of tribal households, from using fuelwood and clay stoves to adopting LPG cooking. The women observed the plaque with intrigued expressions, reflecting on their own changing lifestyles. These types of cooking vessels are still used in our village, said Sinita Goud, a young mother holding her infant, her eyes lighting up with recognition as she pointed to the gleaming bronze vessels. For many, the museum represents more than just an archive; it serves as a bridge between the past and the present. It celebrates resilience, adaptation and identity. By digitally documenting tribal history, everyday life and resistance movements, the museum ensures that the stories of Chhattisgarhs indigenous people are not only preserved but also retold in their own vibrant, proud and enduring voice. The museum was officially inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 1 November. So far, over one lakh visitors have visited it since then. India is home to several museums dedicated to tribal history and culture. A prominent example is the State Tribal Museum in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, which focuses on tribal life in both Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Other significant sites include the Bhagwan Birsa Munda Museum in Ranchi (Jharkhand), dedicated to tribal freedom fighters; the Tribal Museum in Silvassa (Dadra & Nagar Haveli), showcasing local life; and the Tribal Research & Training Institute Museum in Pune, which preserves Maharashtras tribal heritage.

Chhattisgarh: 'Temporary' PMO May Function in Nava Raipur

State set to host 3-day DGP conference in Nov 28-30

After Four Years On The Run, Man Arrested In Chhattisgarh Over Virtual Marriage, Sexual Assault

In 2021, a woman claimed a man held a so-called virtual marriage with her and then sent another man on the honeymoon, which he watched over a video call.

Consistent ocular evidence sufficient to uphold POCSO conviction of accused: SC

NEW DELHI: Lending credence to the consistent and credible evidence of the child's (victims) parents, the Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the conviction of a man found guilty of committing aggravated sexual assault on a four-year-old girl, noting that these factors were sufficient to sustain the conviction despite the lack of medical evidence and eyewitness statement. It is well settled that the medical evidence will take a backseat and even if [it does] not corroborate with the ocular evidence, where the ocular evidence is consistent and cogent, the latter would be allowed to prevail, observed a Bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and N V Anjaria, adding that the trauma-filled behaviour of the victim upon seeing the appellant/petitioner (accused), coupled with her mothers consistent evidence, established the commission of the offence. The top court, while rejecting accused Rajesh Kumar Jaldharis appeal seeking acquittal based on the absence of medical evidence and eyewitness testimony, held that the consistent and credible statements of the childs parents were sufficient to sustain the conviction. The apex court also noted in its 14-page judgment that although Dr Priyanka Toppo (Prosecution Witness-6) did not find external injury marks on the victims body and stated that there was no bleeding of any kind, it still proceeded to uphold Jaldharis conviction, earlier awarded by the trial court and later affirmed by the High Court of Chhattisgarh. The Supreme Court further stressed that the victims frightened state upon seeing the accused was, in itself, a significant indicator. The whole sequence of events in course of recording of evidence of PW-1 (victim) was tale-telling. The shock related to the happening of the incident which continued with the victim post-incident made its statement in the trauma-filled behaviour of the victim who was a 4-year-old girl, it stated. While rejecting Jaldharis plea for leniency, the apex court said a vain attempt was made on behalf of the appellant to argue that there was no suggestion of, much less evidence of, penetration in the sexual assault and therefore the conviction and sentence were not justified. The Court is not impressed with this submission, given the facts and evidence on record, it added. Section 7 of the POCSO Act defines sexual assault and Section 8 prescribes the punishment for the said offence, which is imprisonment of either description for a term not less than three years and which may extend to five years, along with a fine. The offence of aggravated sexual assault is defined under Section 9. The punishment for aggravated sexual assault is prescribed under Section 10, which stipulates imprisonment for a term not less than five years and which may extend to seven years, along with a fine. In the present case, the appellant has been convicted under Section 9(m), with the trial court and the High Court having concurrently found that he had committed sexual assault on a child below 12 years, which falls under Section 9 read with Section 10, the Supreme Court noted. The evidence highlighted above go to establish the commission of offence. The appreciation of evidence of the trial court and consideration thereof by the High Court could be said to be eminently legal and proper, warranting no interference by this Court, the Supreme Court said.

Bijapur Operation: Maoist leaders Urmila, Buchanna among 6 killed by security forces

One of the most feared Maoist leaders Urmila, wife of senior operative Papa Rao, along with Buchanna Kudiyam, are among the six Naxalites, including three women insurgents, killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district.

Congress asks Election Commission to allow more time for SIR in Chhattisgarh

In six points, the Opposition party said there is a need to ensure transparency, and widespread public participation in the electoral roll revision, highlighting issues related to logistics and timing

ED attaches assets worth 61.2 crore belonging to Baghels son

The police investigation has revealed that Chhattisgarh liquor scam resulted in a massive loss to the State exchequer and filled the pockets of the beneficiaries with Proceeds of Crime (POC) generated by the commission of scheduled offences, worth more than 2500 crore

Six Maoists killed in Chhattisgarh carried total bounty of 27 lakh; includes two top ultras

The six, who were gunned down in the forests of Kandulnar, and Kachlaram villages in remote pockets of Indravati National Park area, carried a total bounty of 27 lakh, Bijapur Superintendent of Police Jitendra Yadav says

Chhattisgarh Shocker: Man Marries Girl Virtually, Sends Friend for Wedding Night; Both Accused Arrested

A shocking case from Jashpur, Chhattisgarh a man befriended a girl on social media, trapped her in a virtual marriage, and later blackmailed and exploited her. He even sent his friend for the wedding night while watching the act live. Both ...

Chhattisgarh emerges as Indias new logistics, mineral powerhouse with record copper export to China

RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh has marked a major milestone by flagging off the countrys largest-ever copper concentrate export to China, a development that positions the state as a rising hub in Indias logistics and industrial landscape, government officials said. Scripting a new chapter in the countrys growth, a mega consignment of 12,000 metric tonnes of copper concentrate was dispatched from the Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Nava Raipur. The first rake, carrying 2,200 metric tonnes, left for Visakhapatnam Port on November 11, from where it will be shipped to China. Developed under the Department of Industries, the Nava Raipur MMLP is fast emerging as Central Indias gateway to global markets. Equipped with advanced cargo-handling systems, integrated rail connectivity, and cost-effective multimodal operations, the facility ensures that industries across the region can access international markets seamlessly and efficiently. Chhattisgarh simultaneously continues to play a vital role in Indias mineral economy. Alongside copper, the state holds the unique distinction of being the sole producer of tin in the entire country. In fact, 100 per cent of Indias tin output comes from Chhattisgarh, which possesses about 35.83 per cent of the nations total tin ore reserves. With an estimated 30 million tonnes of tin deposits located primarily in Dantewada and Sukma districts, the state serves as a key supplier for industries that depend on this crucial mineral. Tin is an essential component in electronics, defence equipment, solar panels, and high-tech manufacturing, making Chhattisgarhs contribution vital to modern technological advancement. Over the past 25 years, Chhattisgarhs mining sector has achieved remarkable progress. When the state was formed in November 2000, mineral revenue stood at just 429 crore. Today, it has surged to 14,592 crore representing a 34-fold increase. The government has introduced the Chhattisgarh State Logistics Policy 2025 , a roadmap aimed at transforming the state into Indias leading logistics hub by 2047. The policy focuses on developing modern multimodal infrastructure, promoting exports, encouraging private investment, and creating large-scale employment opportunities through balanced regional development. The dispatch of Chhattisgarhs largest copper export consignment is not just a commercial event, it is a powerful stride toward an Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India), said Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. Chhattisgarh has reinforced its image as one of Indias most efficient and strategically located trade and logistics hubs, affirmed a government spokesperson.

ED seizes assets worth Rs 61 crore of ex-CM Bhupesh Baghels son in Chhattisgarh liquor scam

NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) sleuths have attached assets worth 61.20 crore belonging to former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghels son, Chaitanya Baghel, in connection with the alleged 2,500 crore Chhattisgarh liquor scam, the agency said on Thursday. The attached assets include immovable properties comprising 364 residential plots and agricultural lands worth 59.96 crore. The present attachment of 61.20 crore is in continuation of earlier attachments of immovable properties valued at approximately 215 crore. The agency initiated its investigation based on an FIR registered by the Economic Offence Wing of Raipur Police in Chhattisgarh in connection with the liquor scam case. Police investigation has revealed that the alleged Chhattisgarh liquor scam resulted in a massive loss to the state exchequer and enriched the beneficiaries with more than 2,500 crore of proceeds of crime generated through the commission of scheduled offences. Investigation conducted under PMLA has revealed that Chaitanya Baghel, son of Bhupesh Baghel, was positioned at the apex of the liquor syndicate. His position as the Chief Ministers son made him the controller and ultimate authority of the liquor syndicate. He was responsible for maintaining the hisab (accounts) of all illicit funds collected by the syndicate. All major decisions relating to collection, channelisation, and distribution of such funds proceeds of crime were taken under his directions, the agency said in a statement. The probe further established that he was allegedly a recipient of the proceeds of crime, which he layered through his real estate business and projected as untainted assets. Chaitanya Baghel allegedly utilised the proceeds of crime generated from the liquor scam for the development of his real estate project Vitthal Green under his proprietorship concern, Baghel Developers. The agency arrested him on July 18, 2025, and he is presently in judicial custody. Earlier, in this case, former IAS officer Anil Tuteja, Arvind Singh, Trilok Singh Dhillon, Anwar Dhebar, Arun Pati Tripathi (ITS), and Kawasi Lakhma, MLA and then Excise Minister of Chhattisgarh, were arrested by the ED. Further investigation is under progress.

Chhattisgarh exports India's largest copper consignment to China

Chhattisgarh has achieved a significant milestone by exporting 12,000 metric tons of copper concentrate to China. This is the largest consignment of its kind from India. The export highlights Chhattisgarh's growing strength in the nation's industrial and logistics sectors. The state is also a major producer of tin.

Chhattisgarh Attracts Investment Proposals Worth Rs 33,000 Crore at Ahmedabad Event

Chhattisgarh continues to strengthen its position as a hub for sustainable and inclusive industrial development, the chief minister said

SIR Phase II: Over 37 crore enumeration forms distributed across nine states, three UTs

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday issued detailed data on the number of enumeration forms distributed among electors, as so far since the launch of the exercise on November 4, 37 crore of them have been handed over to people, which is over 70 percent of total 51 crore electors to be covered in second phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). According to the ECI data, among the states the maximum of over 10.80 crore forms have been handed over in Uttar Pradesh and over 6.80 crore in West Bengal. In the second phase after Bihar, the ECI has launched the SIR in nine states and three Union Territories including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal and the UT of Puducherry, which are going to assembly polls next year. According to the ECIs latest daily bulletin, a total of 50.69 crore Enumeration Forms were printed, marking 99.41 percent completion, out of which 72.66 percent (37.05 crore) have already been distributed. The ongoing Enumeration Phase will continue till December 4, 2025. States such as Goa, Lakshadweep, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and West Bengal have achieved near-total coverage, reflecting efficient ground-level coordination, the ECI data revealed. Lakshadweep reported 100 percent completion in printing and distribution, while Goa distributed (99.99 percent), Puducherry (93.4 percent), Andaman and Nicobar (89.22 percent), Gujarat distributed over 4.47 crore forms (88.08 percent), while Tamil Nadu distributed over 5 crore forms (78.09 percent). Uttar Pradesh, Indias most populous state, distributed 10.8 crore forms, covering nearly 70 percent of its electorate. Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan followed with over 53 percent and 70 percent coverage, respectively. Similarly, poll-bound West Bengal reported distribution of over 6.80 crore forms, covering a total of 88.8 percent. More than 5.33 lakh Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and 7.64 lakh Booth Level Agents (BLAs) have been deployed to ensure every eligible elector is reached, the ECI said, adding that all recognised political parties have been asked to appoint additional BLAs to strengthen field-level verification and enhance the accuracy of electoral rolls. table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 20px 0; } th, td { border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; } th { background-color: #f2f2f2; font-weight: bold; } tr:nth-child(even) { background-color: #fafafa; } caption { caption-side: top; font-weight: bold; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 8px; } Electoral roll summary by States/UTs States/UTs Total electors EF printed EF distributed Andaman & Nicobar 3,10,404 3,10,404 (100%) 2,76,930 (89.22%) Chhattisgarh 2,12,30,737 2,12,30,737 (100%) 1,35,33,764 (63.75%) Goa 11,85,034 11,85,034 (100%) 11,84,915 (99.99%) Gujarat 5,08,43,436 5,08,43,436 (100%) 4,47,82,772 (88.08%) Kerala 2,78,50,855 2,78,50,855 (100%) 1,37,98,733 (49.55%) Lakshadweep 57,813 57,813 (100%) 57,813 (100%) Madhya Pradesh 5,74,06,143 5,48,47,091 (95.54%) 3,09,04,271 (53.83%) Puducherry 10,21,578 10,21,578 (100%) 9,50,449 (93.04%) Rajasthan 5,48,84,479 5,46,56,215 (99.58%) 3,89,37,212 (70.94%) Tamil Nadu 6,41,14,587 6,41,14,587 (100%) 5,00,67,045 (78.09%) Uttar Pradesh 15,44,30,092 15,44,12,428 (99.99%) 10,80,52,601 (69.95%) West Bengal 7,66,37,529 7,64,43,503 (99.75%) 6,80,52,601 (88.80%) Total 50,99,72,687 50,69,73,675 (99.41%) 37,05,68,109 (72.66%) Second Phase of SIR: Over 70 percent of enumeration forms distributed in past seven days The data shows Lakshadweep reported 100 percent completion in printing and distribution Total number Enumeration Forms printed is 50.69 crore, which is 99.41 percent of total 51 crore

Chhattisgarh woman tells newlywed daughter she killed her father, left body at home, and then disappears

A Chhattisgarh woman allegedly confessed to her daughter that she murdered her husband, leaving his body at home. The discovery of the victim's body, wrapped in a blanket in a stroller, prompted a police investigation. Authorities are now actively searching for the suspect, who is believed to be in Maharashtra.

Telangana ranked 1st, leads nation in water conservation projects

New Delhi: With the construction of 5.2 lakh water conservation structures, Telangana has emerged as the best-performing state under the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) 1.0 initiative, the Ministry of Jal Shakti said on Tuesday. Chhattisgarh secured second place with 4.05 lakh completed projects, followed by Rajasthan with 3.64 lakh structures, Jal Shakti Minister C 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 .

Chhattisgarh bags Rs 33,321 crore investment proposals at Ahmedabad Investor Connect

RAIPUR: The Investor Connect programme held in Ahmedabad has brought a fresh wave of optimism for Chhattisgarhs industrial landscape, with the state receiving investment proposals worth approximately 33,321 crore. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai presented Intent to Invest letters to leading companies across diverse sectors, including thermal power, green steel manufacturing, solar cells, pharmaceuticals, and medical food supplements. These investments are expected to generate over 14,900 new employment opportunities across the state. Since the implementation of Chhattisgarhs new Industrial Policy, the state has attracted a cumulative 7.83 lakh crore in investment proposals, a government spokesperson said. During the Ahmedabad event, CM Sai emphasised that Gujarat and Chhattisgarh together will play a pivotal role in building a Developed India. He engaged in detailed discussions with Indias top industrialists and business leaders, elucidating emerging opportunities in Chhattisgarh. It is inspiring to be in Gujarat, the land of industry, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Every grain of Gujarat reflects enterprise, and there is no corner of the world without the presence of our Gujarati brothers. Chhattisgarh is advancing rapidly on its own path of growth as our state has energy, minerals, skilled manpower, and an investor-friendly industrial policy a combination that is no less than a blessing for investors, the CM said, and further added that Chhattisgarh holds vast potential in thermal, hydel, solar, and forest-based industries. Over the past 22 months, the Chhattisgarh government has implemented more than 350 reforms to make the establishment of industries smoother and faster. Under the new industrial policy, special incentives and subsidies are being offered, with additional support for industries established in tribal-dominated regions such as Bastar and Surguja. The BJP-ruled Chhattisgarh plans to transform Naya Raipur into a dedicated IT and AI data centre hub, attracting interest from semiconductor and electronics companies. Tourism has also been accorded the status of an industry, opening new avenues for investment in the hospitality and wellness sectors.

Six Maoists killed in gunfight with security forces in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur

RAIPUR: At least six CPI (Maoist) cadre were killed in an exchange of fire with security forces during a search operation in the south-western region of Bijapur district, the police said on Tuesday. Jitendra Yadav, Bijapur district superintendent of police said that a search operation was launched based on information about the presence of Maoists in the National Park area of Bijapur district. A joint team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) Bijapur and Dantewada and Special Task Force (STF) encountered the Maoists. The DSP said, several cadre were injured in the gunfire that ensued between the security forces and Maoists. So far six bodies have been recovered from the site during the search operation, the DSP stated. The forces also recovered weapons including an automatic INSAS assault rifle, Stengun, .303 rifles, explosives and materials belonging to the Maoists, he added. The Bastar range inspector general of police Sundarraj P cited the Bijapur operation as a significant advance for security forces engaged in the anti-Maoist campaign. Six notorious Red ultras were killed. The success comes at a time when the Maoist organisation is leaderless, directionless, and demoralised, confined to its few remaining hideouts, the IG said. The search and area domination are still continuing in the surrounding forested terrain. Additional teams of DRG, STF, Bastar Fighters, CRPF and Chhattisgarh Armed Force have been deployed to surrounding areas to encircle the remaining Maoist cadres fleeing the area. As the search operation is ongoing, further operational details were withheld, owing to the safety concerns of the personnel engaged on the ground. Bijapur, among the seven Maoist-affected districts in Bastar zone, is cited as an epicentre of the left-wing extremist group in south Chhattisgarh.

Six Naxals Killed In Encounter With Security Forces In Chhattisgarh's Bijapur

Following the gunfight, security forces recovered six bodies of Maoist cadres from the encounter site.

'Come Home, Hidma': Mother Of India's Most Wanted Maoist To Son

In a scene few thought possible in one of India's most conflict-scarred regions, Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Vijay Sharma rode a motorcycle deep into the forests of Poorvarti village.

Vedanta Aluminium starts production of low-carbon products at Balco facility

NEW DELHI, Nov 11: Vedanta Aluminium has expanded its low-carbon product portfolio with the production of Restora at its Balco plant in Korba, Chhattisgarh. Balco (Bharat Aluminium Company Limited) is a subsidiary of Vedanta Ltd and a business unit within Vedanta Aluminium. This marks a significant milestone in journey towards achieving net zero carbon (emission) by 2050 with commitment to sustainable manufacturing, the company said in a statement on Tuesday. Restora is manufactured using renewable energy and has a [] The post Vedanta Aluminium starts production of low-carbon products at Balco facility appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Telangana Ranks 1st in Water Conservation Projects, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan Follow

Launched in September 2024 in Surat, JSJB promotes community-led water stewardship through a whole-of-government and whole-of-society model

Security personnel and Naxalites exchange fire in Chhattisgarh forest

An encounter is underway between security forces and Naxalites in Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. The exchange of fire began this morning in Indravati National Park. Security personnel were conducting an anti-Naxal operation based on intelligence about senior Maoist cadres. The gunfight is intermittent. Further details are awaited.

Chhattisgarh: Gram Sabhas Emerge as Bulwark Against Displacement in Achanakmar Tiger Reserve

Villagers alleged that the Forest Department continues to pressurise them to leave even after securing community forest rights, but they now stand united under their Gram Sabhas.

Cold wave warning for Delhi, other states of north India, predicts IMD

NEW DELHI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast cold wave conditions to continue its grip over Northern, Eastern, and Central India during the next few days. According to the Met department, the minimum temperatures in Northwest India are expected to drop by 2-3Celsius in the coming days. Cold to severe cold wave conditions are likely to persist in isolated areas of Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, East and West Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha, Jharkhand, and Odisha over the next three-four days, it added. As per the weatherman, cold wave occurs when the minimum temperature at a particular weather station drops significantly below normalspecifically by 4.5-6.4C or moreand when the absolute temperature reaches or falls below certain thresholds (such as 10C in the plains or 0C in the hills). Currently, cold wave and severe cold wave conditions have al ready been reported in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, with cold wave conditions affecting isolated pockets of Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh since November 9. The IMD has observed that minimum temperatures range from 7-10C in various regions, including Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, northern Haryana, Uttarakhand, East Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Madhya Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Uttar Pradesh. In these areas, minimum temperatures have dropped below normal by 5.1C or more, creating potential health hazards. Additionally, temperatures in Telangana are expected to fall by 3-4C for two-three days, with no significant changes afterward. The IMD has warned that the sudden decline in minimum temperatures could increase the likelihood of various illnesses. Do not ignore shivering; it is the first sign that the body is losing heat. Get indoors, read a health advisory issued by the weather office. In its Agromet advisory, the IMD recommended light and frequent irrigation for standing crops in the evening to protect them from low temperature stresses or cold injuries. Shivering Minimum temperatures in northwest India set to drop by 2-3C Cold to severe cold wave conditions likely to persist in isolated areas of Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, UP, MP, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Jharkhand and Odisha over the next 3-4 days Minimum temperatures range from 7-10C in states including J&K, Ladakh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, northern Haryana, Uttarakhand and others Agromet advisory: Light and frequent irrigation recommended for standing crops in the evening

Raipur Diary | State explores business opportunities in Gujarat

Chhattisgarh, aiming to explore cross-state business opportunities with Gujarats investor community, is set to now host the Investor Connect event in Ahmedabad on November 11. The event will spotlight the states industrial ecosystem, progressive policies and a well-established ease-of-doing business framework that positions it as one of the countrys most promising investments designations. There will be meetings with prospective investors as the senior state officials will present sector-specific opportunities, investor incentives and the infrastructure advantages to set up and operate industries efficiently and profitably. 2nd phase of SIR: Its BJP versus Cong in the state As the second phase of SIR of electoral rolls began, the ruling BJP organised a training workshop in Raipur exhorting the party workers to turn the exercise a mass movement, reach out to grassroots level, reach every household, double-check each familys name and include them in the voter list. However, the Congress has decided to monitor the SIR procedure across the state and said the work should reflect the genuine agenda of the EC and not as a political tool of any govt. While demanding transparency be maintained, the opposition felt a one-month deadline to voters is insufficient for document submission and verification. Physiotherapist feted after womens world cup Akanksha Satyavanshi wasnt a player on the field but was responsible for the players fitness. A Chhattisgarh resident, she was a physiotherapist of the World Cup-winning Indian womens cricket team. She has been felicitated by CM Vishnu Deo Sai with an honorarium of `10 lakh in recognition for her contribution. Satyavanshi maintained the fitness, recovery, and mental strength of the team throughout the series. She stood firmly with her team. As a physiotherapist and sports science expert, she strongly felt that what matters in success is perseverance and self-belief. Ejaz Kaiser Our correspondent in Chhattisgarh ejaz@newindianexpress.com

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

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

Telangana: Police to Use Ex-Maoists to Trace Hideouts

For years, the Maoists have stored large caches of arms and ammunition in parts of Dandakaranya in Maharashtra and the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh. Security forces are planning coordinated search operations to recover these weapon dumps.

Maharashtra: Maoistwith Rs 3.5 lakh bounty surrenders in Gondia

Gondia: A hardcore Maoistcarrying a reward of Rs 3.5 lakh on his head laid down arms in Gondia district in Maharashtra, a police official said on Monday. Wargesh alias Kosa Manglu Uika (26), a native of Bedre in Kanta tehsil in Chhattisgarhs Sukma district, surrendered in front of Gondia collector Prajit Nair and Superintendent of 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 .

Maharashtra: Naxal with Rs 3.5 lakh bounty surrenders in Gondia

Gondia: A hardcore Naxal carrying a reward of Rs 3.5 lakh on his head laid down arms in Gondia district in Maharashtra, a police official said on Monday. Wargesh alias Kosa Manglu Uika (26), a native of Bedre in Kanta tehsil in Chhattisgarhs Sukma district, surrendered in front of Gondia collector Prajit Nair and Superintendent 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 .

Chhattisgarh to Host Investor Connect in Ahmedabad on Tuesday

A major highlight of the day will be one-on-one business meetings between prospective investors and senior state representatives.

Congress flags SIR concerns in Chhattisgarh

It says one-month deadline for document submission and verification not sufficient due to paddy harvesting season, demands a three-month window; Bastar-based leader voices concern over tribals lacking proper documents being left out

Lieutenant Governor Graces the Annual Convocation of IIT Bhilai

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

Cold wave to persist across North, East, and Central India for next four days: IMD

NEW DELHI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast the continuation of cold wave conditions across northern, eastern, and central India for the next four days. Minimum temperatures in northwest India are expected to drop by 23C in the coming days. According to the IMD, cold to severe cold wave conditions are likely to persist in isolated areas of west Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, east and west Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha, Jharkhand, and Odisha over the next three to four days. A cold wave, as defined by the IMD, occurs when the minimum temperature at a particular weather station drops significantly below normalspecifically by 4.5C to 6.4C or moreand when the absolute temperature reaches or falls below certain thresholds (10C in the plains or 0C in the hills). Currently, cold wave and severe cold wave conditions have already been reported in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, while isolated pockets of Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh have also been affected since November 9. The IMD has observed that minimum temperatures are ranging between 7C and 10C in various regions, including Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, northern Haryana, Uttarakhand, east Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Madhya Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Uttar Pradesh. In these areas, temperatures have dropped below normal by 5.1C or more, creating potential health hazards. The department predicts that minimum temperatures in northwest India will remain below normal by 23C over the next four to five days. Additionally, temperatures in Telangana are expected to fall by 34C for two to three days, with no significant changes thereafter. The IMD has warned that the sudden decline in minimum temperatures could increase the likelihood of illnesses such as flu, stuffy nose, and nosebleeds, which can worsen with prolonged exposure to cold. The health advisory cautions, Do not ignore shivering; it is the first sign that the body is losing heat. Get indoors. In its agromet advisory, the IMD has recommended light and frequent irrigation for standing crops in the evening to protect them from low-temperature stress or cold injury in Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Jharkhand.

Woman Maoist from Chhattisgarh surrenders to Telangana police

Hyderabad: A woman member of the banned CPI (Maoist) group from Chhattisgarh surrendered to the police in Telangana on Monday, police said. The 30-year-old Maoist surrendered to Mulugu District Superintendent of Police Shabarish P, a press release said. Also Read427 Maoists surrendered so far this year, major success: Telangana DGP The woman decided to give 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 .

Woman Maoist from Chhattisgarh Surrenders before Telangana Police

The woman decided to give up arms after learning about the welfare and development schemes being implemented for tribal communities, as well as the rehabilitation measures for surrendered Maoists

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

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

PM, Shah to meet top cops in Chhattisgarh for final Maoist blow

NEW DELHI: With a special focus on the governments target to completely eliminate Naxal menace in the country, the 60th edition of annual Director General of Police (DGP) and Inspector General of Police (IGP) Conference will be held in Chhattisgarhs Nava Raipur from November 28 to 30. As part of the settled practice the event will bring together Indias top police brass in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and the main focus of the meet this time is going to be finding ways and means to make a final assault on the Naxal operatives, who are now present only in limited areas. Besides, the high-level meet will also serve as a strategic platform to deliberate on Indias other evolving internal security challenges and chart the future of modern policing, as per the agenda for the conference. Still, complete eradication of Left-Wing-Extremism (LWE) will remain at the core of deliberations, as this remains a national priority set by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs with a targeted deadline of March 31, 2026. With barely five months remaining, the discussions will centre on assessing current progress, identifying operational gaps and recalibrating strategies for the final phase of anti-Naxal campaigns, officials said. The Prime Minister and the Home Minister are expected to personally review feedback from DGPs and heads of central forces, ensuring on-ground challenges are directly addressed and operations remain aligned with the national priority of total elimination of Naxalism, a senior MHA official said. According to the MHA officials, the meet will also address a broad spectrum of internal security and policing challenges, including innovation in modern policing. Focus on tech-driven surveillance, Ai in security There will be a focussed discussion on improving tech-driven surveillance by adopting advanced tools and data-driven intelligence systems. Another focus area would be exploring effective use of AI in security, as the latest tech is considered both a threat and an opportunity for predictive policing, cyber defense and crime analysis, the officials said.

Rahul: Govt set to change, guard against vote theft

PATNA: Ccongress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday turned the heat on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of vote theft in the country. Addressing a public meeting in Kishanganj on the last day of campaign, Rahul said that vote theft would eventually be caught and these individuals would be no exception. Protecting the Constitution and preventing vote theft is everybodys duty, he asserted. He alleged that earlier votes had been stolen in Maharashtra, Haryana and Madhya Pradesh. Similar attempts are being made in Bihar to steal votes, he said, adding that the Opposition party workers in cooperation with people would thwart vote theft attempts. He referred to what he called a hydrogen bomb in Haryana, saying the evidence of manipulation there had silenced BJP. BJP leaders are voting in two states each. PM Modi and Amit Shah dont win polls they win by stealing votes, he said.Calling the Bihar polls as part of a wider ideological struggle, Congress leader said, There is a battle between two ideologies in India. On one side is RSS, which controls caste, language and religion. On the other is Congress and Mahagathbandhan, which seek to unite every caste, religion and community. Referring to Bharat Jodo Yatra, Rahul said he walked over 4000-km to open a shop of love in the market of hatred. Modi has hatred of blood while I have love in mine. That is the difference between us, he told the gathering. He also accused BJP led NDA government of deliberately distracting the youth from issues such as unemployment and education. Ask yourself: why are the youth not getting jobs? How will they study when colleges and universities are closing? Bihars youths are working in other states as labourers, he added. He claimed that Mahagathbandhan would form next government. There is a cent per cent change. But you must prevent BJP from vote theft. Remain vigilant at polling stations on the day polling will be held (November 11), he said. Have more evidence of vote theft, will make it public Speaking in MPs Pachmarhi, Rahul raised the issue of vote theft and SIR of electoral rolls. Vote theft has not just happened in Haryana, but also in Maharashtra, MP and Chhattisgarh. Weve more evidence about it, which we will make public gradually, he told journalists there.

Four dead, three injured as SUV hits residents in MP

REWA: Four people were killed and three seriously injured after a speeding sports utility vehicle (SUV) ploughed into residents standing outside a house in Madhya Pradeshs Rewa district on Sunday, an official said. The accident occurred around 5.30 pm in Tendua Kothar village, approximately 50 km from the district headquarters and within the jurisdiction of Garh police station. Eyewitnesses reported that the SUV, travelling from Chhattisgarh to Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, first collided with a motorcycle. The vehicle then went out of control, striking a group of people outside a house before crashing into an electricity pole, which collapsed due to the impact. Three bystanders and the motorcyclist, Kamlesh Singh (35), died at the scene, while three others sustained serious injuries, officials said. Collector Pratibha Pal told reporters that the bystanders, identified as Ramnaresh Saket (35), Ruchi Saket (12) and Ranjana Saket (13), belonged to the same family. The injured are receiving treatment at Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital in Rewa. Angry villagers blocked the road, demanding compensation for the victims. They alleged that the police arrived at the scene long after the incident. Police have sent the bodies for post-mortem examination and an investigation is underway.

Two Christians denied burial ground in their native village in Chhattisgarh

Residents of Chhattisgarhs Jewartala village denied a burial spot to a Christian convert from the same village.

India to host 60th DGP-IGP conference in Raipur with focus on eliminating naxal threat

NEW DELHI: With a special focus on the governments goal of completely eliminating the Naxal threat, the 60th annual Director General of Police (DGP) and Inspector General of Police (IGP) Conference will be held in Chhattisgarhs Nava Raipur from 28 to 30 November. As per established practice, the event will bring together Indias top police leadership in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. This year, the main focus of the conference will be on strategies to launch a final push against Naxal operatives, now confined to limited areas. The high-level meet will also serve as a strategic platform to deliberate on other evolving internal security challenges and shape the future of modern policing, according to the conference agenda. The complete eradication of Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) will remain central to discussions, as it is a national priority set by the Ministry of Home Affairs with a target deadline of 31 March 2026. With just five months remaining, discussions will focus on assessing current progress, identifying operational gaps, and recalibrating strategies for the final phase of anti-Naxal operations, officials said. The Prime Minister and Home Minister are expected to personally review feedback from DGPs and heads of central forces, ensuring on-ground challenges are directly addressed and operations remain aligned with the national priority of total elimination of Naxalism, a senior MHA official said. Hosting the event in Raipur underscores Chhattisgarhs strategic significance in Indias internal security landscape. As one of the states most affected by Naxal activity, Chhattisgarh provides a critical setting for real-time evaluation of counter-insurgency efforts and inter-agency coordination. The venue selection reflects both the symbolic and operational importance of consolidating gains achieved against left-wing extremists in recent years. Beyond the Naxal threat, the conference will address a broad range of internal security and policing challenges, including innovations in modern policing. Top leadership will review next-generation law enforcement models and best practices for proactive policing. Discussions will focus on enhancing tech-driven surveillance through advanced tools and data-driven intelligence systems. Another key area will be the effective use of Artificial Intelligence in security, considered both a potential threat and an opportunity for predictive policing, cyber defence, and crime analysis. Participants will explore ways to strengthen real-time intelligence sharing and inter-state coordination to build a unified national security grid. Senior police and intelligence officials from all states and central agencies will participate in sessions promoting an integrated approach to internal security. The exchange of ideas, best practices, and operational experience is expected to strengthen national preparedness and improve inter-agency synergy. Many key figures in Indias security architecture believe the Raipur conference will help shape the roadmap for the countrys security strategy, balancing innovation, coordination, and decisive action to ensure public safety and national security.

Chhattisgarh train accident: investigation confirms train overshot signal in red

A fact-finding report comprising senior railway officials drawn from various departments concluded that the accident came under the Signal Passed At Danger (SPAD) category.

Chhattisgarh: 9 workers injured as slab collapses at under-construction college

The incident occurred around 2 pm at the site of Abhishek Mishra Memorial Medical College and Hospital in the Junwani area under the Smriti Nagar police chowki limits, an official said

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Vote Theft In MP And Chhattisgarh, Names PM, Amit Shah 7 CEC | News18

| Rahul Gandhi alleges 100% evidence of vote theft against BJP and claims that PM Modi, HM , and CEC Gyanesh are all involved in the Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh elections n18oc_indian18oc_politicsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

CRPF jawan injured in IED blast in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan was injured in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Sunday when a pressure Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by Naxalites detonated. The incident occurred during an area domination operation in the forested hills near Gogunda. The injured jawan sustained leg injuries and is being airlifted to Raipur for further treatment.

SIR a bid to institutionalise vote theft: Rahul Gandhi

Pachmarhi: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Sunday alleged that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is an attempt to cover up vote theft and institutionalise it. Speaking to reporters here, Gandhi also said he believes that like Haryana, vote theft took place in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh 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 .

SIR a bid to institutionalise 'vote theft', claims Rahul Gandhi

After looking at that, after looking at the data, I believe that the same thing happened in MP, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh. And this is the system of the BJP and EC (Election Commission), alleges Congress leader Rahul Gandhi

SIR a bid to cover up and institutionalise 'vote theft', claims Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi claims the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls aims to hide and formalize vote theft. He believes this practice occurred in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh, similar to Haryana. Gandhi stated that democracy and Ambedkar's Constitution are under attack by Prime Minister Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and the Chief Election Commissioner.

Casual vs diligent on roping in Manjhi

Dashrath Manjhis new house has a visitor. A surprise political visitor. Not the one you would have expected if you knew the prequel to this story. But its the sequel that can contain clues to the difference between Indias two national parties. Yes, the man who moved mountains in life can move politics even in deaththough not as much as he would have liked. Whos Dashrath Manjhi? For those who somehow missed out, hes the man who cut through a mountain all on his own, with a hammer and chisel, over 22 years. His wife had died because medical care was 70 km away by road, though just over the mountain in reality. He swore that such a fate should never befall anyone again. And kept his word. Town is now just a kilometre away from his Gehlaur village. He was feted belatedly as the Mountain Man, a postage stamp was issued in his name, films were made about his lifea documentary, a Hindi movie, even a couple of Kannada films. But the destitution had not changed. When Dashrath died, in 2007, home was still a thatched-roof hut. The lot of many among his Mahadalit community of Musahars, and millions of others in Bihar. Then came Rahul Gandhi. It was revealed a few months ago that the Congress leader had quietly without any fanfare or publicity, without even being asked sponsored a five-room pucca house for the Manjhi family. Media briefly hailed the Good Samaritan act, then forgot all about it. Bihar had much more compelling business to attend to. There was the SIR, Rahuls own yatra in the run-up to a hotly contested assembly election. A sidelight there was that Rahul had come visiting Gehlaur again. Bhagirath Manjhi, Dashraths sixty-something son, was the one who had invited him for his first visit. That time Bhagirath had not asked for any favour. This time he did. He wanted a Congress ticket to contest the election. Rahul assured him one. It made eminent sense too. The Congress was now speaking up for Dalit rights with a new force. What better way to illustrate it than to have Dashraths son contesting under its flag? Come candidate selection time, Bhagirath went to Delhi, camped for four days. What came next was the usual Congress self-goal. Party apparatchiks denied him a ticket. When we visit Gehlaur, along the road that Dashrath built, this new pucca house as we said has a visitor. Its an MLA from Chhattisgarh. Some tangible discomfort at encountering us, and a hasty exit ensued. Bihar polls essentially a local wrestling match We could not confirm who it was, but it was a BJP politician, touching base, trying earnestly to swing Bhagirath towards their side. Whether it eventually meets with success or not is beside the point. It shows the difference in approach: casual on one side, and utmost diligence on the other. Not an inch that can be harvested is left barren. This little story unfolding in a remote corner of Gaya may remain a political aside. Bihar holds the unique distinction of being the only major Indian state besides Tamil Nadu to not be directly ruled by a national party for decades. (Not counting post-division Andhra Pradesh, pre-diminution J&K and West Bengal, where the Left at least used to be a national force at the time.) The buzz among seasoned observers, after the bumper turnout in the first phase of voting on November 6, is that Bihar has stayed true to that form. That this is essentially a local wrestling match, with the national parties being dominated once again by regional ones. Whether that analysis stays intact or not in the final analysis is a different matter. That is subject to how the second phase of polling goes in eastern Seemanchal, due to vote on Tuesday. But within that larger picture, if a tiny part of the mountain moves, do not be surprised if the BJP plays it up. It takes a hammer and a chisel and one piece of rock at a time.

Centre Approves AMNS Slurry Pipeline From Chhattisgarh to AP via Odisha

Both environmental and pipeline clearances reinforce emergence of Andhra Pradesh as a top destination for global industrial investments.

Dead Man Returns Home After His Own Funeral in Surajpur

Chhattisgarh villagers stunned as Purushottam, thought to be dead and buried, reappears alive after his last rites; police probe mystery body

Excavator operator stripped, assaulted at stone quarry in Chhattisgarh; seven booked

BALRAMPUR: An excavator machine operator was allegedly stripped, tied up and brutally assaulted by seven persons after being accused of stealing diesel in Chhattisgarh's Balrampur district, police said on Saturday. A video of the assault, which has surfaced on social media, shows a group of people kicking and thrashing a man stripped to his undergarments with his hands and legs tied with a scarf. An official said a case was registered on Friday in connection with the assault that took place at a stone quarry in Bhilai Khurd village under the Bariyo police chowki limits on November 4. The victim, Vinod Sarthi (25), a resident of Baghima village, was employed as a poclain operator at a stone crusher unit in Bhilai Khurd for the last three years. According to the official, Sarthi, in his complaint, has alleged that on the day of the incident, Sanjay Pradhan, the accountant of another stone crusher unit, arrived at the quarry with his associates Ravishankar, JP Yadav, Monu Das, Ramlal, Deepak Agrawal and another person and started verbally abusing and thrashing him after accusing him of stealing diesel. The victim claimed that the accused stripped him and tied his hands and legs with a scarf before punching and kicking him inside a room, he said. Sarathi has further alleged that his associate Varun Sharma was also stripped and assaulted by the accused, he said. The official said that four of the accused have been taken into custody and a case has been registered under relevant provisions of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.

Seven Maoist cadres, including four women, surrender in Chhattisgarh under state rehab policy

RAIPUR: In an apparent promising outcome causing a jolt to an active regional Udanti Area Committee of banned CPI (Maoist) in the forested terrain of Gariaband district in eastern Chhattisgarh, the entire seven hardcore members associated with it have surrendered, police officials said on Saturday. Those who renounced the banned outfit belonged to the Udanti Area Committee under the Gariaband-Dhamtari-Nuapada division and were active for over a decade. They were involved in several violent incidents in the region from 2018 onwards, carrying a combined reward of Rs 37 lakh. The secretary of Udanti Area Committee had earlier expressed their readiness to shun the path of armed movement, Nikhil Rakhecha, Gariaband district police chief, told TNIE . The cadres, including four women who surrendered, have been identified as Arjita Tekam alias Suresha, Budhru alias Anita, Sule alias Jagat Singh, Vidhya Sodi alias Jamli, Kanti alias Mavali, Nandni, and Mallesh. They narrated how gradually they realised the hollow, anti-development ideology of the Maoist organisation and were yearning for a dignified life. They surrendered before the police on Friday evening. The district police are hopeful that the remaining Maoist cadres in the region will equally respond positively and have issued a mobile phone number of Maoist Cell-Gariaband for the Naxalites wishing to lay down their arms. The surrendered cadres, besides the initial financial incentive, will get an opportunity to undergo skill training or set up a small business, provided with housing and healthcare among other amenities under the new surrender rehabilitation policy of the state. Gariaband, adjoining Odisha state, is among the Maoist-affected districts of Chhattisgarh. The Udanti Area Committee covers adjoining regions along the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border.

Cgarh: Sai condoles demise of Bollywood actress Sulakshana Pandit, daughter of Chhattisgarh

Sulakshana jis voice carried the fragrance of Chhattisgarhs soil, Mr. Sai said.

18 years after acquittal, SC revives case against ex-Chhattisgarh CM's son

Rahul: BJP Steals Votes Wholesale

Speaking to reporters in New Delhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha claimed that the BJP had done the same during the Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh elections held last year.

Rahul Gandhi accuses NDA of reducing Bihars people to labourers, vows revival under Mahagathbandhan

PATNA: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday accused the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government of urning the people of Bihar into labourers over the past 20 years. Addressing a public rally in Bhagalpur, the Congress MP appealed to people to support the Mahagathbandhan to enable it to form the next government in Bihar for the states rapid development. If you want industries to be set up, quality education, and good governance, then vote for Mahagathbandhan, he told the gathering. Gandhi also renewed his allegations of voter fraud in the Haryana Assembly elections, stating that Haryana has 20 million electors, but there are over 2.5 million fake voters in the states voter list. He claimed that members of the BJP live in Uttar Pradesh and vote in both Uttar Pradesh and Haryana . Gandhi alleged that the name of a Brazilian woman appeared 22 times in Haryanas voter list. In Haryana, one household has 500 voters, and another has 60. When we inquired, no one lived in the houses, he said, adding that the Congress had provided proof of how votes were stolen in Haryana. He accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and the Election Commission of conspiring to manipulate votes in Haryana, as well as vote theft in the Lok Sabha, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh elections. He also criticised the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, accusing it of removing Mahagathbandhan supporters names and withholding voter lists until the last minute. Rahul said that the Prime Minister often talked about reducing data prices so that youth can make reels and earn money. But the money spent on data goes to big companies. This is an attempt to distract the youth so that they dont demand jobs, he told the crowd. He later interacted with the weavers of Bhagalpur, known as the Silk City of Bihar. Rahul was in Bhagalpur to address a rally in support of Mahagathbandhan candidates. Congress sitting MLA Ajeet Sharma, who is seeking re-election from the seat, was also present. On eve of Bihar polls, Rahul Gandhi drops 'H files', alleges theft of over 25 lakh votes in Haryana elections

Chattisgarh: Seven Maoists with total bounty of Rs 37L surrender

Gariaband: Seven hardcore Maoists with a collective reward of Rs 37 lakh on their heads surrendered in Chhattisgarhs Gariaband district on Friday, police officials said. The seven, including four women, belong to Udanti Area Committee of the outlawed Communist Party of India (Maoist), Raipur Range Inspector General of Police Amresh Mishra said. The Udanti Area 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 .