Sanju Devi, Asian Games Gold Medalist, Awarded
Chhattisgarhs Sanju Devi, a member of the gold-winning kabaddi team, receives 51 lakh from CM Vishnu Dev Sai for her achievement. Sanju Devi, Asian Games Gold Medalist, Awarded 51 Lakh by Chhattisgarh CM
Chhattisgarh CM announces extra Rs 10,000 aid for Sukma flood victims
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Mahanadi Water Dispute: Amit Shah to Chair High-Level Meeting on Oct 1
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to chair a high-level meeting on October 1 to address the long-standing Mahanadi River water-sharing dispute. The discussion will bring together the Chief Ministers of Odisha and Chhattisgarh in a renewed push to find an amicable and sustainable solution. The upcoming talks were officially confirmed by Advocate General [] The post Mahanadi Water Dispute: Amit Shah to Chair High-Level Meeting on Oct 1 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
PM Modi Hails Chhattisgarh's Munga Campaign in Mann Ki Baat, CM Sai Announces 85 Lakh Kanker Package
CG SET Exam Date 2026 Out - Check Schedule, Shift Timings
The CG SET Exam Date 2026 is 4 October 2026 at vyapamcg.cgstate.gov.in. The Chhattisgarh State Eligibility Test will be conducted in two shifts, with Paper I from 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM and Paper II from 2:00 PM to 4:15 PM, and the admit card was released on 28 September 2026.
NMDC commissions 5,427 crore iron ore processing complex in Chhattisgarh; stock slides 2%
The commissioned project comprises three components: a new iron ore processing plant at Bacheli, a 135-kilometre, 15 MTPA slurry pipeline, and the 2 MTPA pellet plant at Nagarnar.
CG SET Admit Card 2026 Out - Download Hall Ticket at cgssb.cgstate.gov.in
CG SET Admit Card 2026 is now out at cgssb.cgstate.gov.in. The Chhattisgarh State Eligibility Test is scheduled for 4 October 2026 in two papers, with Paper I from 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM and Paper II from 2:00 PM to 4:15 PM. Candidates can download their hall ticket using their registration number/roll number and password/date of birth.
2 Sleeping Workers Killed After Being Run Over by Earthmover
Rupesh Kumar Chari (25) and Dakishwar (21) of Chhattisgarh were sleeping after finishing their work when driver Santhosh Raj (24) of Thambiranpatti village drove the earthmover without noticing them
Odisha CM Majhi to Visit Chhattisgarh After Assembly Session for Mahanadi Water Talks
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi is expected to visit Raipur after the Assembly session to discuss a lasting settlement of the Mahanadi water dispute with Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai, following five flood events this monsoon and a recent meeting in Bhubaneswar. The post Odisha CM Majhi to Visit Chhattisgarh After Assembly Session for Mahanadi Water Talks appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Indian Air Force rescues 12 civilians stranded in Chhattisgarh floods
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NMDC commissions 5,427 cr integrated iron ore project in Chhattisgarh
NMDC's new project includes a new iron ore processing plant at Bacheli, a 15 million tonne per annum (MTPA) slurry pipeline and a 2 MTPA pellet plant at Nagarnar.
NMDC commissions Rs 5.4k cr integrated project in Chhattisgarh
5,000 Rescued in Chhattisgarh Floods
One dead, several missing, as swollen rivers and dam releases worsen flooding
Chhattisgarh High Court Rules on Appointment Rights Related to Resignations
Chhattisgarh High Court clarifies that vacancies from resignations cannot be filled from waiting lists of previous recruitments. Chhattisgarh High Court Rules on Appointment Rights Related to Resignations
'Will send wrong message': Kiren Rijiju on Rahul Gandhi targeting EC over SIR row
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju countered the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on the Election Commission and said that propagating his words in society would send a wrong message. Several other Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders also condemned Rahul Gandhi's words. BJP leader Narottam Mishra said, Look, Rahul Gandhi is trying to save his credibility. He has lost 90 elections so far. Sometimes he (Rahul Gandhi) brings a hydrogen bomb, sometimes a sutli bomb, sometimes he raises questions about EVMs, and sometimes about vote theft. Now, in the press conference he held the day before yesterday, one thing has been established: if he is alleging vote theft, then the EVMs are correct, so he should apologise to the country for his allegations against EVMs. And secondly, Rahul Gandhi, votes are not being stolen; people have stopped voting for thieves. Rahul Gandhi held a special press conference on September 24, during which he raised serious questions regarding the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Election Commission. In the press conference, Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission and the Central government. He said that while anti-incumbency works against the Congress and regional parties in the country, it seems to vanish when it comes to the BJP. Rahul Gandhi claimed that there was large-scale rigging in the 2024 Lok Sabha and several Assembly elections. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said that it was deeply unfortunate that Congress, which lost elections more than 100 times, has now, in frustration, seen its leader Rahul Gandhi resorting to anti-national conduct. Under the leadership of LoP Rahul Gandhi, Congress is now engaged in discrediting all the constitutional institutions of the country and, through a politics of continuous lies and deception, in tarnishing the country's image, CM Sai added. The joint press conference by the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and the other two Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi has proved that there is no disagreement within the Commission. Rather, all the claims made by Congress are not only hollow but also Rahul Gandhi's deliberate conspiracy to damage the country's reputation and weaken India's constitutional system. It is clear that the decision taken by the Election Commissioners was unanimous, he said. BJP National Media In-Charge Ashish Usha Agarwal said, Rahul Gandhi is a leader who, whenever there is an opportunity to defame the country or insult its constitutional institutions, is seen leading from the front. When the country's armed forces conduct a strike, a surgical strike or an air strike, he asks for proof. When the country's armed forces are engaged in a standoff with China, he is seen in Chinese tents. When the country develops an indigenous vaccine during the coronavirus pandemic, he spreads confusion about it, Agarwal added. Earlier in a press conference, Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission and the Central government. Rahul Gandhi claimed that there was large-scale rigging in the 2024 Lok Sabha and Assembly elections and that CEC Gyanesh Kumar was part of the alleged 'vote theft'.
NMDC commissions 5,427 cr iron ore processing project in Chhattisgarh
The integrated project includes an iron ore processing plant at Bacheli, a 135-km slurry pipeline and a 2 MTPA pellet plant at Nagarnar in Chhattisgarh
School Holiday Alert: Will Schools Reopen on Monday, September 28? Latest District Updates
Are schools closed on Monday, September 28? Get the latest updates on school holidays across Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh as districts review rain conditions.
Chhattisgarh floods: 5,000 rescued and shifted to relief camps
Although rainfall has subsided, rising water levels in rivers and streams due to continued inflow from upstream areas and release of water from dams have aggravated the flood-like situation, particularly in Bastar and adjoining areas
Hirakud Dam Opens Two More Gates to Release Excess Water into Mahanadi
The situation along the Mahanadi River basin has intensified as authorities at the Hirakud Dam scaled up floodwater discharge operations to manage mounting pressure from heavy upper catchment inflows. Continuous heavy rainfall in upstream areas, including parts of neighbouring Chhattisgarh, has pushed the reservoir level close to its upper limits, forcing step-by-step increases in gate [] The post Hirakud Dam Opens Two More Gates to Release Excess Water into Mahanadi appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Chhattisgarh rains flood Gadchiroli, 525 people shifted to safer places
The heavy rainfall in Chhattisgarh inundated several low-lying areas, caused rivers and streams to swell and disrupted road connectivity. The resulting flood-like conditions also affected neighbouring areas of Gadchiroli in Maharashtra
Amla, Moringa drive rural empowerment, nutrition push: PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 'Mann Ki Baat' address on Sunday, highlighted the growing economic and nutritional significance of Amla and Moringa, underscoring how traditional produce is creating new livelihoods while strengthening the fight against malnutrition. Amla, long valued in Indian households for pickles, murabba, juice and as a key ingredient in Chyawanprash during winters, is now opening fresh avenues for farmers and women entrepreneurs, he said. The deep-rooted connection between Pratapgarh in Uttar Pradesh and Amla has been further strengthened through the One District One Product (ODOP) initiative. Nearly 100 local units in the district are engaged in Amla processing, with self-help groups of women playing a central role, PM Modi told citizens through his popular programme. One such group, the 'Savitri Phule Self Help Group' in Devgarh Kamasi village, produces Amla candy, murabba and juice, he said, and further informed, expanded market access has significantly raised the income of its members. Similarly, the Vindhyavasini Self Help Group makes Amla pickle and digestive powder. These women received processing machinery, access to loans and opportunities to participate in local trade fairs, resulting in a marked rise in their earnings. The Prime Minister stressed that every region of India possesses unique fruits, traditional arts or special skills. The ODOP campaign aims to take these beyond local markets to other parts of the country and even global markets. This, he said, reinforces the Vocal for Local movement and supports the goal of a self-reliant India. He urged citizens to keep the spirit of Vocal for Local alive during the upcoming festive season. On the nutrition front, September has been marked by multiple efforts to combat malnutrition, PM Modi said. In Chhattisgarh, he informed, the 'Har Ghar Munga' campaign is encouraging families to include nutritious Moringa (locally called Munga) in their daily diet. Gujarat has organised 'Vangi Spardha', a competition featuring dishes made from millets and other local nutritious ingredients, drawing participation from over two lakh people, PM Modi shared the information. Maharashtra is witnessing growing local involvement in similar nutrition-focused drives, while Mizoram has launched a collective campaign for the care and maintenance of Poshan Vatikas (nutrition gardens), he said. These initiatives, the Prime Minister noted, complement the digital strengthening of Anganwadi centres, which now have nearly nine crore beneficiaries registered, enabling better care for children, pregnant women and lactating mothers. He called for sustained efforts to make the country completely free from malnutrition by promoting affordable, locally grown superfoods such as Amla and Moringa.
IMD issues red alert in U'khand; heavy rain likely in Himachal, UP
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a warning regarding torrential rain and thunder strikes in Uttarakhand. Heavy rainfall is also anticipated in Himachal Pradesh and western Uttar Pradesh. IMD has predicted rainfall in Delhi over the next three days. As rains lashed Uttarakhand on Saturday, the Meteorological Department issued a 'red alert' for the districts of Dehradun, Tehri, Haridwar, and Pauri. The Char Dham Yatra has been suspended in view of the adverse weather conditions. Meanwhile, temperatures have dropped sharply due to snowfall in the high-altitude areas of Pithoragarh, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, and Uttarkashi. Due to the impact of a depression formed over north-eastern Madhya Pradesh and adjoining northern Chhattisgarh, heavy to very heavy rainfall -- and in some places, extremely heavy or exceptionally heavy rainfall -- is expected in Uttarakhand and parts of northern Uttar Pradesh on Sunday. According to the information shared by the IMD on the social media platform 'X', the depression formed over south-eastern Uttar Pradesh has moved north-northwestwards at a speed of 12 km/h over the past six hours. Consequently, it was located approximately 40 km southeast of Lucknow, 80 km east-northeast of Kanpur, 110 km south-southwest of Bahraich, and 260 km southeast of Bareilly. There is a high probability that it will continue moving north-northwestwards across eastern Uttar Pradesh and gradually weaken into a 'well-marked low-pressure area' in the same region over the next six hours. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather pattern in Delhi-NCR underwent a change following rainfall on Saturday evening. People experienced a slight chill on Sunday morning. The IMD has forecasted rain in the national capital over the next three days. Meanwhile, an 'orange alert' for rain has been issued for Jharkhand for Sunday. Additionally, a 'yellow alert' for rain has been issued for Madhya Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Telangana, Marathwada, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka, Puducherry, and Tamil Nadu. For Monday, a 'yellow alert' for rain has been issued for Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir, while strong winds are expected in coastal Andhra Pradesh.
AP Showcases to Chhattisgarh States End-to-End AI System for GST Investigations
The delegation of the neighbouring state is on a three-day visit to study Andhra Pradeshs technology-enabled initiatives and exchange best practices in GST administration.
Inter-State Human Trafficking Syndicate Busted on Odisha-Chhattisgarh Border
Mahasamund Superintendent of Police Prabhat Kumar said cash amounting to roughly Rs 1.48 crore, along with several other materials and documents, was recovered from the accused during the operation.
Weakening Depression Hits UP-MP Border; IMD Warns of Fresh System Brewing in Andaman Sea
The active depression over northeast Madhya Pradesh and adjoining northern Chhattisgarh has accelerated rapidly towards the north-northwest direction at a speed of 25 km/h over the past six hours. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the system centered near the border of northeast Madhya Pradesh and southeast Uttar Pradesh during the afternoon hours of [] The post Weakening Depression Hits UP-MP Border; IMD Warns of Fresh System Brewing in Andaman Sea appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Rajasthan: Three, including two medical students, killed in Udaipur crash
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 26 (IANS) Three people, including two MBBS students, were killed and two others critically injured after a speeding car collided head-on with a trailer on the Debari-Amberi National Highway in Udaipur on Saturday afternoon. The accident occurred around 3:30 p.m. near the Ramdevji Temple in the Pratapnagar police station area. Police said a Honda City travelling from Debari towards Amberi first hit a road divider after the driver apparently lost control. The car then crossed into the opposite lane and collided with an oncoming trailer. The impact left the vehicle mangled, trapping its occupants inside. Additional Superintendent of Police Umesh Ojha confirmed that all four occupants were MBBS students at Pacific Medical College in Umarda, Udaipur. The deceased were identified as Uday Bansal, a resident of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, and Ruchika Parihar, 25, from Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. Police said a third person also died in the crash. The injured include Shashank Singh, son of Lakshminarayan and a resident of Haryana, who sustained serious injuries and was admitted to a private hospital. Another female student travelling in the car was also critically injured. Police said efforts were underway to confirm the identity of the third deceased person and the injured woman. Residents and police worked together to extricate the victims from the wreckage. The bodies of the deceased were taken to the mortuary, while the two critically injured were rushed to hospital. Their condition was reported to be serious. The accident caused significant traffic disruption on the highway, with vehicles queuing on both sides. Police deployed a crane to remove the wrecked car and trailer from the road, restoring traffic flow after clearing the scene. Preliminary investigation suggests the car lost control, struck the divider, and entered the opposite lane before colliding with the trailer. Police have launched a probe into the incident.
Chhattisgarh floods: Check roads, rail routes and trains hit by heavy rain
Chhattisgarh is facing widespread disruption after heavy rainfall caused the Kharun River to rise and flooded roads and villages in parts of Raipur and Durg. Rail services were also affected after waterlogging and track subsidence on the Durg-Dallirajhara section. Several trains were cancelled or curtailed, while heavy rain has also inundated low-lying areas and disrupted connectivity elsewhere in the state.
Teacher Accused Of Harassing Minor Girl Arrested
A computer teacher from a government residential school in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district has been arrested in Rajasthan for allegedly sexually harassing a 14-year-old girl. The arrest followed a complaint lodged by the victim and her mother, leading to a special investigation team being formed.
Rail Line Reaches Chhattisgarh's Remote Rowghat For The First Time, Train Services To Begin Soon
Over 500 evacuated in Gadchiroli after floods from Chhattisgarh rains
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Very heavy rain alert issued in 13 districts of Madhya Pradesh
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 26 (IANS) A very heavy rainfall alert has been issued on Saturday in thirteen districts of Madhya Pradesh. According to the Bhopal Weather Centre of the India Meteorological Department, a depression over northeast Madhya Pradesh and adjoining north Chhattisgarh continued to bring widespread rainfall across large parts of the state, with very heavy downpours recorded at several locations in the past 24 hours. According to observations recorded on Saturday morning, very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds (4050 km/h) is likely at isolated places in Datia, Bhind, Sidhi, Rewa, Satna, Umaria, Katni, Jabalpur, Panna, Damoh, Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh and Niwari. Heavy rainfall is expected at isolated places in Shivpuri, Gwalior, Morena, Singrauli, Mauganj, Anuppur, Shahdol, Narsinghpur, Mandla, Sagar and Maihar. Also, rainfall occurred at most places in Rewa, Jabalpur, Shahdol and Sagar divisions, at many places in Gwalior and Chambal divisions, at a few places in Bhopal, Indore and Narmadapuram divisions, and at isolated places in Ujjain division. Maximum temperatures remained markedly below normal by 4.55.1 degrees Celsius in Gwalior and Sagar divisions and by 2.03.8 degrees C in Bhopal, Chambal and Jabalpur divisions. Minimum temperatures were also below normal by 5.98.0 degrees C in Gwalior, Rewa, Jabalpur, Shahdol and Sagar divisions. The highest rainfall amounts included Bichhia (191.8 mm), Ajaigarh (180.2 mm), Amarkantak (148.0 mm), Panna (143.2 mm) and Bajag (143.0 mm). Heavy rainfall was reported from Rajnagar (112.6 mm), Niwas (110.8 mm) and several other stations. Gusty winds reached 59 km/h at Anuppur and 52 km/h at Sagar. Thunderstorms with lightning occurred across Shahdol, Jabalpur, Narmadapuram, Sagar, Rewa, Chambal and Gwalior divisions as well as in Vidisha, Raisen, Ratlam, Jhabua, Dhar, Barwani and Khargone districts. The depression, centred near 70 km south-southwest of Sidhi district, is very likely to move north-northwestwards towards southeast Uttar Pradesh by Saturday evening and then weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area. The forecast for Sunday, September 27 indicates rainfall or thunderstorms with lightning at most places in Datia, Bhind, Singrauli, Sidhi, Rewa, Satna, Anuppur, Shahdol, Umaria, Dindori, Katni, Jabalpur, Mandla, Panna, Damoh, Sagar, Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh, Niwari and Maihar districts. Authorities have advised people to stay away from low-lying and flood-prone areas, avoid underpasses and overflowing bridges, and secure temporary structures. For Bhopal and the neighbourhood, the sky is expected to remain generally cloudy with the possibility of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and rain. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 29 degrees C and 21 degrees C respectively.
Odisha floods: Govt evacuates people as rivers swell, Hirakud opens gates
The Odisha government on Saturday started shifting people in low-lying areas to safety as all rivers in the state have swelled due to heavy rainfall over the past few days, and the Hirakud Dam has opened 16 gates to release excess water into the Mahanadi, officials said. Flash floods have been reported from Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kalahandi, Koraput, Nabarangpur, Malkangiri, Keonjhar and Jagatsinghpur districts. In Balasore alone, 14,660 people in 91 villages were affected as rivers flowing in spate inundated vast swathes of land. An official said 3,268 people have been removed from these areas. According to officials at the Water Resources Department, 11 more gates of the Hirakud Dam had to be opened on Saturday to release excess water from the reservoir. A total of 16 sluice gates have been opened, they said. We have to open more gates due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchment area of the Mahanadi river in Chhattisgarh. At present, water level is 629.56 feet against the fu
Cyclone Arnab batters Chhattisgarh, schools shut statewide amid flood threat
Digital Desk | Raipur, Sep 26 (IANS) Cyclone Arnab, which formed over the Bay of Bengal, has unleashed three days of torrential rainfall across Chhattisgarh, severely disrupting normal life in the Raipur, Bilaspur, Bastar, Durg and Surguja divisions. Several roads remain submerged, traffic has halted on multiple routes, and connectivity has been severed in many areas. Rivers and streams across the state have swollen dangerously, prompting authorities to issue Orange and Yellow alerts for several districts. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has ordered a complete holiday for all government, private, and aided schools in the state on Saturday. Heavy rains could lead to waterlogging, rising water levels in rivers and streams, and difficulties in commuting. The decision ensures schoolchildren face no risks, the Chief Minister said on his X handle. He urged parents to keep children at home, remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel. District Collectors and concerned departments have been instructed to implement the order effectively and stay on high alert for relief and rescue operations. In Mahasamund district, intermittent heavy rain over the past two days has disrupted daily life. The Mahanadi Rivers water level has risen sharply due to continuous rainfall and releases from the Gangrel Dam, causing rivers and streams to overflow. In Bamhani village, the government liquor shop was completely surrounded by floodwaters, trapping two security guards, Chhagan Lal Kurre and Eid Kumar Tandan. They released a video confirming they were safe. A team later carried out a successful rescue. The administration has issued an alert for 18 villages situated along the riverbanks. The Bastar division and adjoining districts have borne the brunt of the cyclones impact. Continuous torrential rain has caused most rivers and streams to overflow, submerging main roads and completely severing inter-district connectivity. All 14 gates of the Gangrel Dam in Dhamtari have been opened after the reservoir reached over 98 per cent capacity. Approximately 50,000 cusecs of water are being released into the Mahanadi via the Rudri Barrage. The Murumsilli Dam stands at full capacity (100 per cent), while the Dudhawa and Sondhur dams in Balod have exceeded 90 per cent. The overflowing Hatkul River near Dhamtari headquarters has cut off several surrounding villages. Water has also been released from the Bango Dam in Korba and the Khatiguda Dam in Odisha, sending around 500,000 cubic metres downstream and rapidly raising the Indravati Rivers level. Hundreds of villages in Sukma, Kanker, Bijapur, Jagdalpur, Narayanpur and Dantewada face an imminent flood threat following the large-scale release from Odishas Kalahandi region, reports and sources said. District administrations have placed rescue teams on standby, directed officials to maintain constant vigilance, and identified safe locations in every riverside village along the Mahanadi for potential relocation of residents. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as the system gradually weakens, with the safety of citizens remaining the top priority.
Chhattisgarh Schools Closed Today: Heavy Rain Triggers Statewide Holiday
Chhattisgarh has declared a school holiday today, September 26, 2026, due to heavy rainfall. Get the latest updates on district-wise closures, exam rescheduling, and safety advisories for students and parents.
Odisha Weather Alert: Depression Weakens, Thunderstorm Warning Issued
A persistent weather depression centred over northeast Madhya Pradesh and adjoining north Chhattisgarh continues its north-northwestward journey, bringing heavy precipitation across central and eastern India. While the system is expected to lose intensity over the next 12 to 24 hours, meteorologists have sounded a high alert for Odisha, where intense rainfall and thunderstorms threaten multiple [] The post Odisha Weather Alert: Depression Weakens, Thunderstorm Warning Issued appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Deep depression weakens, brings relief from heavy rain in south Bengal
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 26 (IANS) The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) at Alipore in Kolkata on Saturday said there is no warning of heavy rainfall for south Bengal districts, including Kolkata, from Sunday onwards, as the deep depression affecting the region is expected to weaken into a low-pressure area by Saturday evening. According to the Met Office, rainfall activity is likely to ease from Saturday evening, with no prospects of moderate to heavy rain across south Bengal over the next few days. The deep depression over south Odisha and Chhattisgarh has moved further northwestward and is gradually losing strength, leading to a reduction in rainfall intensity across both south and north Bengal. A Met department official said rainfall in Kolkata and adjoining areas is expected to decrease significantly from noon on Saturday. While isolated light showers may occur at one or two places, no weather warning has been issued for any district in south Bengal. However, sea conditions remain rough due to the lingering impact of the weather system. Gusty winds of 35-45 kmph, occasionally reaching 55 kmph, are continuing along the coast. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea until Saturday afternoon. South Bengal, including Kolkata, has been experiencing intermittent spells of heavy rain since Wednesday night under the influence of the deep depression. The city and its suburbs also witnessed heavy showers on Saturday morning. In north Bengal, heavy rainfall may continue in Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri and Kalimpong districts on Saturday. Thunderstorm and rainfall warnings are also in place for Alipurduar, Cooch Behar and North Dinajpur. However, no weather warnings have been issued for any district in north Bengal from Sunday onwards. Kolkata recorded a minimum temperature of 25.6 degrees Celsius on Saturday, 0.4 degrees below normal, while the maximum temperature on Friday stood at 30.6 degrees Celsius, 1.9 degrees below normal.
Chhattisgarh govt declares school holiday amid heavy rain, flood-like situation
Sai said heavy rainfall could lead to waterlogging, rising water levels in rivers and streams and transportation difficulties in several areas, and the decision was taken to ensure that children don't face any risk.
Odisha reels under heavy rains; 14,000 people evacuated amid flood fears
IMD says deep depression that brought the rains has weakened into a depression and moved out of Odisha and was centred close to south-southeast of Bilaspur in Chhattisgarh
Former Naxal commander builds home under Chhattisgarh rehab scheme
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Rain returns to Delhi despite monsoon withdrawal; UP, 7 states on alert
A depression over Chhattisgarh is moving towards southeastern Uttar Pradesh, triggering heavy rain and thunderstorms across north and central India on September 26
Light rain forecast in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal; gusty winds likely
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 26 (IANS) Parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal may receive rain through Tuesday, with thunderstorms and gusty winds, the Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai said on Saturday. The weather office said the deep depression weakened early on Friday over southern interior Odisha and adjoining Chhattisgarh. By 8.30 a.m. on September 25, the system had moved north-northwestwards as a low-pressure area over southern Chhattisgarh and adjoining southern interior Odisha. On Saturday, one or two places in the Western Ghats districts and in Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, Vellore and Ranipet may receive light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder, lightning and winds reaching 40 to 50 kmph. Isolated light rain is possible elsewhere in Tamil Nadu and in Puducherry and Karaikal. For Sunday, the centre forecast moderate thunderstorms at isolated places in the Western Ghats districts. Other parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal could see isolated light to moderate rain with thunder, lightning and gusts of 40 to 50 kmph. The forecast for Monday indicates thunderstorms in the Western Ghats districts, Chennai and northern and central districts. It names Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, Villupuram, Tirupattur, Vellore, Ranipet, Namakkal, Karur, Erode, Tiruchirappalli, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Pudukkottai and Sivaganga among the areas where rain and strong winds are possible. Isolated light rain may occur elsewhere, including Puducherry and Karaikal. Similar isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds are forecast across the region on Tuesday. Light to moderate rain at a few places is expected on September 30 and October 1. Maximum temperatures are unlikely to change substantially through September 29, although a slight rise is possible. Daytime temperatures may be two to three degrees Celsius above normal. In Chennai, partly cloudy skies are expected on Saturday, with light to moderate thunderstorms possible in parts of the city in the evening. The maximum temperature is likely to reach 35 to 36 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may be 27 to 28 degrees. Fishermen have been advised to avoid the north Andhra Pradesh coast and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal on Saturday, where winds may reach 40 to 50 kmph, gusting to 60 kmph. No warning was issued for Tamil Nadu coastal waters or the Arabian Sea during September 26-29.
Delhi-NCR wakes up to pleasant weather as rain, thunderstorms likely over next three days
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Delhi-NCR woke up to pleasant weather and cool winds on Saturday, with light to moderate rainfall expected over the next two to three days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Saturday, warning of thunderstorms and gusty winds of up to 30 kmph. The expected rainfall is likely to provide some relief from the recent heat as the national Capital moves into the post-monsoon period. Rainfall is expected on Saturday, Sunday and Monday as a depression over Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh moves towards Uttar Pradesh and interacts with a weak western disturbance. While heavier rainfall is expected in parts of Uttarakhand and north-western Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana and north Rajasthan are likely to receive lighter showers. Similar weather conditions are expected to prevail on Sunday, while there is also a possibility of light rain on Monday. The change in weather is attributed to a cyclonic circulation in the lower atmosphere over north-western Uttar Pradesh and adjoining areas. The southwest monsoon withdrew from Delhi on September 23, two days ahead of its normal withdrawal date, marking the earliest retreat from the national Capital since 2002. Despite the early withdrawal, weather officials said the prevailing weather systems could continue to bring scattered showers and thunderstorms over the next few days. Cloudy skies and moist easterly winds helped keep temperatures lower in Delhi on Friday. The maximum temperature settled at 33 degrees Celsius, one degree below normal, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 24.2 degrees Celsius. For Saturday, the IMD has forecast a maximum temperature of 32-34 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 22-23 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, a weather system over Chhattisgarh and Odisha, along with a fresh spell associated with a trough in the upper atmosphere, is expected to bring heavy rainfall across a wide stretch of the country on Saturday, according to the IMD. At the centre of the weather activity is a depression that formed over south Odisha and adjoining south Chhattisgarh. Uttar Pradesh is likely to witness intense rainfall activity over the next two days, the IMD said on Friday, issuing a red alert for several districts. The weather agency warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall at several places and extremely heavy rainfall at isolated locations. The state government has placed district administrations on alert in view of the forecast till September 27. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, taking note of the forecast of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and the situation arising from flash floods, directed district magistrates of the concerned districts to maintain special vigilance and visit the field to monitor arrangements. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the 'satisfactory' category. The AQI recorded at various monitoring stations was 63 at NSUT Jaffarpur, 65 at Punjabi Bagh, 68 at Shadipur, 85 at Sirifort, 67 at Chandni Chowk, 65 at Commonwealth Sports Complex, 56 at JNU, 72 at Alipur, 63 at R K Puram, 77 at Anand Vihar, 84 at Mundka, 68 at Vivek Vihar, 120 at Rohini, 129 at Wazirpur and 91 at Nehru Nagar.
Heavy Rain Forces School Closures in Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh on September 26
Heavy rainfall leads to school closures in Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh for safety on September 26. Heavy Rain Forces School Closures in Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh on September 26
Tragic Truck Collision Claims Six Lives in Chhattisgarh
A truck crash in Balod, Chhattisgarh, resulted in six fatalities and 11 injuries, prompting a swift rescue operation amid heavy rain. Tragic Truck Collision Claims Six Lives in Chhattisgarh
Six killed, 11 injured as truck rams stationary vehicle in Chhattisgarh
Digital Desk | Raipur/Balod (Chhattisgarh), Sep 25 (IANS) Six people were killed and 11 others injured in a road accident at Markatola Ghat on National Highway-30 in Chhattisgarh's Balod district on Friday, officials said. The incident occurred around noon in the Purur police station area when a wheat-laden 16-wheeler truck rammed into a stationary mini goods vehicle. According to police, the stationary vehicle was carrying members of a Dhumal music troupe from Kawardha (Kabirdham) to Jagdalpur. It had broken down near Markatola Ghat and was parked on the roadside. Some occupants had left the spot to find a mechanic when the truck, heading from Raipur towards Jagdalpur, struck the stationary vehicle with force, dragging it about 50 metres before overturning. The impact was so severe that eyewitnesses reported that the bodies of the deceased and injured were buried under sacks of wheat. Rescue operations began immediately amid heavy rain. Teams from two police stations, assisted by local residents, removed wheat sacks and debris to extricate the victims. The injured were rushed by ambulance to Dhamtari District Hospital. Balod's Additional Superintendent of Police Chandrakant Govarna said two persons died on the spot while four others succumbed during treatment. Of the 11 injured, seven in critical condition were referred to Raipur for advanced care. The deceased were residents of Kawardha. The truck driver fled the scene after the accident, and police are searching for him. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai expressed deep grief over the tragedy. In a post on X, he wrote: The news of the untimely demise of many people in the horrific road accident at Markatola Ghat in Balod district is extremely saddening. My deepest condolences go out to the bereaved families who lost their loved ones in this heartbreaking incident. I pray for the peace of the departed souls and the speedy recovery of the injured. Necessary instructions have been issued to the authorities to ensure proper treatment of the injured. The Chhattisgarh government stands with the affected families in this hour of grief. Police have registered a case and begun investigation into the cause of the accident. Post-mortem examinations of the deceased were underway. The injured remain under treatment, with some still in a state of shock and, as a result, their identities could not be ascertained immediately.
Odisha Put on 24-Hour High Alert as Depression Shifts Toward Chhattisgarh
Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari has instructed state authorities and citizens to maintain high vigilance for the next 24 hours following a depression over the Bay of Bengal moving across Baragada toward neighbouring Chhattisgarh. The official forecast indicates heavy rainfall across several western Odisha districts, including Jharsuguda, Sambalpur, Subarnapur, Boudh, and Sundaragada. Authorities [] The post Odisha Put on 24-Hour High Alert as Depression Shifts Toward Chhattisgarh appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Efforts are being made to bring the main promoters of the Mahadev Betting App back to India to face trial, ED stated.
Deep Depression Weakens Into Depression Over South Interior Odisha: IMD
The Deep Depression over south Odisha and adjoining south Chhattisgarh weakened into a Depression on Friday morning, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. According to the IMDs 5:30 am bulletin, the system moved north-northwestwards at a speed of 15 kmph during the past six hours and lay centred over south interior Odisha and adjoining Chhattisgarh. [] The post Deep Depression Weakens Into Depression Over South Interior Odisha: IMD appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Weather today, September 25: Heavy rain likely in 8 states; check IMD forecast
Weather today, September 25: The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall across several parts of India, with East Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Uttarakhand and other states facing rain alerts. A deep depression over Odisha is also weakening while moving north-northwest. Check the latest IMD forecast, rainfall warnings and weather conditions for your state.
Panaji: Goa endured a batting collapse as their two-day All India U-16 JY Lele Invitational Cricket Tournament match against Chhattisgarh ended in a draw at the Infipro Sports Academy Cricket Ground. Chhattisgarh, who made 212/9 in their first innings, bowled Goa out for 120 in 66.4 overs to secure the first-innings lead points. Vishram Parab []
Enter at own risk: churches to non-Christians as anti-conversion law takes effect in Chhattisgarh
Warning boards have been put up as a precautionary measure to avoid action under the Chhattisgarh Freedom of Religion Act, 2026, says Diamond Philus, general secretary of the Dhamtari District Christian Forum
Joint Operation by Nuapada and Chhattisgarh Police Busts Inter-State Human Trafficking Racket
Nuapada and Chhattisgarh police jointly arrested two key suspects involved in an inter-state human trafficking ring. The arrested individuals have been identified as Mukesh Chandrakar, a resident of the Beltukuri police station area, and Lata Sabar, hailing from the Jonk police station area in Odishas Nuapada district. Both individuals were key suspects wanted in a [] The post Joint Operation by Nuapada and Chhattisgarh Police Busts Inter-State Human Trafficking Racket appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India weather news: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several parts of India on September 24, with southern states, along with Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha and Odisha, likely to witness intense rain. Several regions may also experience thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds and squally conditions. Delhi, however, is unlikely to receive rainfall on September 24, with the weather agency issuing no warning for the national capital.
Ladakh adopts single merit list for Central Pool seats
Srinagar, Sep 23: In Ladakh, the Health & Medical Education Department has revised guidelines for admission to MBBS and BDS seats under the Central Pool, following the formation of seven new districts in the Union Territory of Ladakh. Under the existing system, introduced in 2021, candidates were considered under different categories and admitted through a roster system. The categories included Reserved and Unreserved candidates, Leh and Kargil districts, and male and female candidates, besides other categories prescribed under the existing guidelines. With approval of the Lieutenant Governor, the UT Administration has decided to amend the existing guidelines and introduce a single merit list for admission to Central Pool MBBS/BDS seats. Officials said the existing system of separate categories and roster shall be discontinued. They said a single merit list shall be maintained irrespective of the domicile district, sex, or Reserved/Unreserved category of the candidate. Admission to the allotted Medical and Dental Colleges shall be made strictly on the basis of NEET merit/ranking and the choices exercised by the eligible candidates. For the academic year 2026-27, the Government of India has allotted 7 MBBS and 2 BDS seats to the UT of Ladakh under the Central Pool. The MBBS seats have been allotted to Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi; L.L.R.M. Medical College, Meerut; Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi; R.S.D.K.S. Government Medical College, Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh; Dumka Medical College, Jharkhand; M.L.B. Medical College, Jhansi; and Chandulal Chandrakar Memorial Medical College, Durg, Chhattisgarh, with one seat in each institution. The two BDS seats have been allotted to K.G. Dental College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, and Government Dental College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, with one seat in each institution. A period of seven days shall be provided to all interested and eligible candidates having a valid NEET ranking to apply for the Central Pool MBBS/BDS seats through the official Ladakh NIC portal. Eligible candidates are advised to visit the official website of the Administration of UT of Ladakh, for detailed guidelines and further information regarding the application process.
Indian Railways completes Taroki-Rowghat section in Chhattisgarh
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Nabins new BJP team takes shape as party redraws state organisational map
The BJP has revealed its list of state in-charges and co-in-charges for upcoming assembly elections. Nitin Nabin leads the organizational restructuring, highlighting the inclusion of 21 women leaders in the team. Key appointments include Smriti Irani for Haryana and Chhattisgarh, and Ram Madhav for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand. The party aims for better coordination within its media team through this restructuring.
Biplab, Smriti Appointed BJP In-Charges Of MP, Chhattisgarh Ahead Of 2028 Assembly Polls
Biplab Deb and Smriti Irani have been appointed BJP in-charges for Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh as the party prepares for the 2028 Assembly polls.
Indian Railways completes new line to bolster Raipur-Bhilai link
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Indian Railways has achieved a major milestone in the Dallirajhara-Rowghat New Rail Line Project in Chhattisgarh with the completion of the final Taroki-Rowghat section of the project, which is a single- electrified broad-gauge line, according to an official statement issued on Wednesday. The CRS (Commission of Railway Safety) inspection and speed trial, an important process towards the commissioning of the new railway line, was carried out on Tuesday. During the inspection, the railway line, bridges and culverts, electrification, signalling and other safety and technical arrangements were examined. The operational capacity and safety standards of the rail section were also tested in accordance with prescribed procedure, the statement said. The Taroki-Rowghat section, covering 17.5 km, is part of the 95 km long Dallirajhara-Rowghat New Line Project and is located at a remote area of south Chhattisgarh. At present, railway services are available to passengers from Dallirajhara to Taroki. Train operations in the Taroki-Rowghat section will strengthen rail connectivity in the surrounding areas and provide better and convenient transportation options to the citizens of the region. The railway line will facilitate the transportation of iron ore to Bhilai Steel Plant, which will give a boost to the steel industry in the country. The railway line will also help in the transportation of agricultural products and local commercial goods and play an important role in connecting rural and remote areas with the wider railway network. It will significantly enhance connectivity of the region to the capital Raipur as well as to Bhilai, which is an educational hub of the state. Hence, improved rail connectivity will facilitate citizens access to opportunities related to education, health, employment and trade, the statement said. Expansion of rail transport will also promote tourism, investment and other economic activities in the region. This will boost business activities and contribute to the economic and social development of the region. The inspection and speed trial of the Taroki-Rowghat section mark important progress towards the commissioning of the Dallirajhara-Rowghat New Railway Line Project under the Raipur Division of the South East Central Railway in Chhattisgarh, the statement added.
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 23 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday appointed Sanjay Bhatia as its new in-charge for Rajasthan, with Rajya Sabha MP Kavita Patidar and Delhi BJP leader Kuljeet Singh Chahal named as Co-in-charges. The appointments are part of a wider organisational reshuffle covering 28 states and eight Union Territories. The new assignments were announced by BJP President Nitin Nabin and take effect immediately. Bhatia will now oversee the party's organisational affairs in Rajasthan, while Patidar and Chahal will assist him as Co-in-charges. The appointments come as the BJP prepares for the next phase of political activity in Rajasthan, including the state's Panchayati Raj elections. The BJP has also been undertaking organisational preparations at the grassroots level ahead of the upcoming polls. Bhatia, a senior BJP leader, has been given responsibility for Rajasthan as part of the latest national organisational reshuffle. His appointment places him at the centre of the BJP's organisational coordination in the state, where the party is currently in government under Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma. Bhatia will be responsible for coordinating with the State BJP leadership and monitoring organisational activities across Rajasthan. The BJP has appointed two Co-in-charges to assist Bhatia in managing the party's organisational affairs in Rajasthan. Rajya Sabha MP Kavita Patidar has been appointed one of the two Co-in-charges. She hails from Madhya Pradesh and is a member of the BJP's national-level political organisation. Patidar will work alongside Bhatia as part of the new Rajasthan organisational team. Kuljeet Chahal, a Delhi BJP leader and member of the New Delhi Municipal Council, has been appointed the second Co-in-charge for Rajasthan. Chahal has been associated with the BJP's youth organisation and has held organisational responsibilities in Delhi. The Rajasthan appointments are part of a larger BJP organisational exercise covering 36 states and Union Territories. The BJP has appointed new in-charges and Co-in-charges in several states. Among the other major changes, Baijayant Jay Panda has been appointed Maharashtra In-charge, Vinod Tawde has been given charge of Uttar Pradesh, Smriti Irani has been assigned Chhattisgarh and Haryana, and Ram Madhav has been given responsibility for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand. For Rajasthan, the new organisational team is In-charge: Sanjay Bhatia, co-in-charge: Kavita Patidar and co-in-charge: Kuljeet Chahal. The new appointments assume significance as the BJP continues to strengthen its organisational machinery in Rajasthan ahead of the next round of elections and grassroots-level political activity.
Congress Hits Out at BJP Over Attack on Senior Leaders Convoy in Assam
The leaders present in the convoy included former Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel, Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Gaurav Gogoi, party MP Rakibul Hussain and the partys candidate Sibamoni Bora.
BJP appoints State in-charges; Smriti Irani gets Haryana, Chhattisgarh; Ram Madhav T.N., Uttarakhand
In a reshuffle, the BJP has elevated Anil Baluni as coordinator of its communication department, which includes the party's national media cell and social media unit
Smriti Irani appointed BJP in-charge for Haryana and Chhattisgarh, Vinod Tawde to look after UP
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party National President Nitin Nabin on Tuesday announced a fresh set of appointments of state in-charges and co-in-charges for various states and union territories. The appointments, detailed in an official press release issued from the partys central office, take effect immediately. According to the circular, the party has assigned organisational responsibilities covering nearly all states and UTs. Notable appointments include Smriti Irani as in-charge for both Chhattisgarh and Haryana, with Siddharth Shambhu as co-in-charge for Chhattisgarh and Dr Bhola Singh as co-in-charge for Haryana. Baijayant Jay Panda has been named state in-charge for Maharashtra, assisted by co-in-charges Amit Malviya, Sadanand Shet Tanavade and Kamaljeet Sahrawat. In Uttar Pradesh, Vinod Tawde has been appointed state in-charge, with Jagadish Patel, Medha Kulkarni, Dr Pradeep Verma and Anant Ojha as co-in-charges. Sunil Bansal will serve as state in-charge for both Telangana and West Bengal. For Telangana, Abhay Patil and Rekha Sharma are co-in-charges, while West Bengals co-in-charges include Lal Singh Arya, Rajendra Singh and Pinki Kushwaha. Other key assignments feature Biplab Kumar Deb as in-charge for Madhya Pradesh with Rekha Verma as co-in-charge, Ram Madhav as state in-charge for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand, Harish Dwivedi as state in-charge for Bihar and Karnataka, and Dr Satish Poonia as state in-charge for Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. Mangal Pandey has been named state in-charge for Assam, while Dr Arvind Bhadauria will head Andhra Pradesh with Vanathi Srinivasan as co-in-charge. Meanwhile, BJP national president Nitin Nabin has appointed Ashish Usha Agrawal as convenor of the media department and Anil Baluni as co-ordinator of the communication department. The list also covers smaller states and UTs: Jay Prakash (Andaman and Nicobar), Dr Devesh Kumar (Arunachal Pradesh), Dr Vinay Sahasrabuddhe (Delhi), Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar (Goa), Tarun Chugh (Gujarat), Shrikant Sharma (Himachal Pradesh), Gajendra Patel (Jharkhand), Prof M Nagaraja (Kerala), Rajkumar Bhatia (Ladakh), George Kurian (Lakshadweep), Dr Rajdeep Roy (Manipur), Kanad Purkayastha (Meghalaya), Dr Bhagwat Karad (Mizoram), Anil Antony (Nagaland and Goa Sah Prabhari), D Purandeswari (Odisha), K Surendran (Puducherry), Raju Bista (Sikkim) and Mriganka Deb Barman (Tripura). Several leaders hold dual or multiple responsibilities under the partys organisational restructuring. The circular has been issued by national office in-charge Tarun Chugh to all state presidents and organisational general secretaries for information and necessary action. The appointments aim to strengthen the partys organisational network ahead of future electoral and organisational programmes.
BJP Appoints In-Charges For All States, UTs; Irani Gets Haryana, Chhattisgarh
Anil Baluni Elevated As Coordinator Of BJP Communication Department
BJP Appoints Smriti Irani In-Charge of Haryana and Chhattisgarh
New Delhi, September 23, 2026: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced new state and Union Territory in-charges and co-in-charges as part of its organisational team under party president Nitin Nabin. Former Union minister Smriti Irani has been appointed BJP in-charge for Haryana and Chhattisgarh. Senior BJP leader Sunil Bansal has been given charge of ... Read more BJP Appoints Smriti Irani In-Charge of Haryana and Chhattisgarh
The BJP has strategically appointed Sanjay Bhatia as the in-charge for Rajasthan, supported by co-in-charges Kavita Patidar and Kuljeet Chahal. For Maharashtra, Baijayant Jay Panda leads the charge alongside a team of co-in-charges. Sunil Bansal will manage Telangana and West Bengal, with carefully appointed co-in-charges. Vinod Tawde has been assigned the Uttar Pradesh in-charge role, and Smriti Irani is set to oversee the strategies in Chhattisgarh and Haryana.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed new state in-charges and co-incharges for various states and Union Territories as part of an organisational reshuffle. Former Union Minister Smriti Irani has been appointed BJP in-charge for Haryana and Chhattisgarh, while Vinod Tawde has been given charge of Uttar Pradesh. Satish Poonia has been appointed in-charge of Jammu and Kashmir, Tarun Chugh will oversee Gujarat, and Harish Dwivedi has been appointed Bihar in-charge.
Chhattisgarh Police Arrest Drug Smuggler with 10 Kilograms of Cannabis
A drug smuggler was apprehended in Chhattisgarh with over 10 kg of cannabis, valued at 518,000, while traveling from Odisha to Rajasthan. Chhattisgarh Police Arrest Drug Smuggler with 10 Kilograms of Cannabis
Chhattisgarh High Court Seeks CGPSC Reply for Shortlisting Only 608 for 265 Posts
Heavy rain for Odisha, Coastal AP, Chhattisgarh, Telangana as storm heads to Kalingapatnam
Track of the deep depression would take it likely from Visakhapatnam northwards to interior of south Odisha and onward to Jharkhand
Weather today September 23: IMD issues red alert; check which states are likely to see heavy rain
IMD has issued an extreme rain warning for Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Telangana and Chhattisgarh as a Deep Depression over the Bay of Bengal moves towards the coast. Several other states, including West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and Vidarbha, are also likely to receive heavy to very heavy rain. Check the state-wise weather forecast for September 23.
Security Forces Seize Cache of Weapons from Naxalite Hideout in Chhattisgarh
Security forces in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur district uncover a significant cache of weapons hidden by Naxalites in a recent operation. Security Forces Seize Cache of Weapons from Naxalite Hideout in Chhattisgarh
Chinese hand grenade among arms and ammunition recovered from separate Maoist dumps in Chhattisgarh
Security forces have recovered a cache of arms, ammunition and explosives, including a Chinese-made hand grenade, allegedly concealed by Maoists in the forest areas of Chhattisgarhs Bijapur district, police said on Tuesday. The recovery was made during a search and demining operation conducted this month in the Lanka Pahadi forest area under the jurisdiction of Bedre police station, a police official said.
Chhattisgarh Minister Criticizes Congress Over Constitutional Institutions
Chhattisgarh Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal accuses Congress of undermining constitutional institutions amid political tensions. Chhattisgarh Minister Criticizes Congress Over Constitutional Institutions
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai Recites Emotional Poem to Send Veiled Advice to Rahul Gandhi
Chhattisgarh High Court Acquits Government Accountant in Bribery Case
Chhattisgarh govt launches portal for verification of private university degrees
Students, parents, employers and other institutions will be able to check academic credentials without having to approach individual universities for verification
Mere recovery of tainted cash cannot lead to conviction in bribery case: Chhattisgarh High Court
The Court acquitted an accountant in the District Education Officers office in Surajpur, saying the prosecution had not proved the demand for a bribe
Mere recovery of tainted cash cannot lead to conviction in bribery case: Chhattisgarh High Court
The Court acquitted an accountant in the District Education Officers office in Surajpur, saying the prosecution had not proved the demand for a bribe
Misuse of SIMs may attract up to 3 years imprisonment and Rs 50 lakh fine, warns DoT
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) on Monday said that it has warned citizens against the misuse of SIM cards and telecom identifiers, stating that violations under the Telecommunications Act, 2023 can attract imprisonment of up to three years and a fine of up to Rs 50 lakh. The advisory follows the detection of a fraudulent SIM issuance racket in Chhattisgarh, where mobile connections were activated using citizens identity documents without their knowledge or consent. According to the DoT, a Point of Sale (PoS) agent in the state was found to have activated 25 SIM cards using identity documents belonging to citizens without their knowledge or consent. Acting swiftly, the Department, in coordination with telecom service providers, blacklisted the PoS agent, permanently preventing the outlet from issuing mobile connections in the future. Recent cybercrime investigations have brought to light some instances in which a Point of Sale (PoS) agent in Chhattisgarh was found to have illegally activated 25 mobile connections (SIMs) using citizens identification documents without their knowledge or consent, the Ministry of Communications said. The 25 mobile numbers were subsequently examined through the Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP), a system developed by the DoT to detect suspicious telecom activity. Mobile connections identified as potentially fraudulent were subjected to re-verification, and those that failed the verification process were deactivated. Issuing a public advisory, the DoT reiterated that fraudulent issuance of SIM cards, misuse of telecom identifiers and tampering with International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers are serious offences under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. The Department stated that such violations can lead to imprisonment of up to three years along with financial penalties that may extend to Rs 50 lakh. The advisory comes amid growing concerns over the misuse of telecom resources in cybercrime, digital fraud and other unlawful activities. With mobile connectivity and digital services expanding rapidly across the country, authorities have emphasised the need for strict compliance with telecom regulations to protect citizens and maintain the integrity of communication networks.
Chhattisgarh: Four weapons, including an AK-47 and 76 live rounds recovered from Naxal dump
Chhattisgarh: Four weapons, including an AK-47 and 76 live rounds recovered from Naxal dump Bijapur: Security forces recovered a Naxal arms dump containing four weapons, including an AK-47 rifle, and 76 live rounds from the forests of Utla village under Bhairamgarh police station limits in Bijapur district. Police made the recovery based on information provided [] The post Chhattisgarh: Four weapons, including an AK-47 and 76 live rounds recovered from Naxal dump appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Suspicious Death of Tribal Welfare Driver Raises Concerns in Surajpur, Chhattisgarh
A driver for the Tribal Welfare Department was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Surajpur, prompting an investigation by local authorities. Suspicious Death of Tribal Welfare Driver Raises Concerns in Surajpur, Chhattisgarh
Cache of Weapons Discovered in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur District
Police uncover a hidden stash of weapons, including an AK-47, in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, during an anti-Naxalite operation. Cache of Weapons Discovered in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur District
Chhattisgarh CM Seeks Lord Jagannath
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai, with his wife and daughter, offered prayers at Puris Jagannath Temple on Sunday and said both states have agreed to accept the CWCs decision on Mahanadi water sharing. The post Chhattisgarh CM Seeks Lord Jagannaths Blessings in Puri, Hopes Mahanadi Row Ends Soon appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Chhattisgarh: Tribal Body To Move HC Challenging Jhiram Ghati Massacre Verdict
Sarv Adivasi Samaj plans legal fight, alleging wrongful conviction of ten accused
Chhattisgarh and Odisha Chief Ministers Discuss Resolution of Mahanadi Water Dispute
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Dev Sai assures a swift resolution to the long-standing Mahanadi water dispute with Odisha. Chhattisgarh and Odisha Chief Ministers Discuss Resolution of Mahanadi Water Dispute
Mahanadi Row: BJD Slams Chhattisgarh CM, Vows No Compromise
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) launched a scathing attack on Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Sunday following his statement claiming that the long-standing Mahanadi River water dispute is not a dispute. In a press release issued by former Minister and BJD Vice-President Pratap Jena, the party labelled the statement unacceptable and accused Chhattisgarh [] The post Mahanadi Row: BJD Slams Chhattisgarh CM, Vows No Compromise appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Mahanadi water dispute to be resolved very soon: Chhattisgarh CM
