On May Day, a workforce in India without a floor
From Noidas streets to furnace rooms in Chhattisgarh, Indias new labour regime delivers for employers and for workers, what it long warned of
Chhattisgarh: Sai Moves Resolution In Assembly On Womens Quota
A marathon debate on the issue was going on in the House till the last reports came.
Chhattisgarh Assembly passes resolution for one-third quota for women in legislative bodies
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai tabled the resolution and said that for the dignity, overall development and empowerment of women, one-third reservation for them in the Lok Sabha and all Legislative Assemblies should be enforced immediately following the delimitation exercise
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly passed the Jammu and Kashmir Private Universities Bill, 2026 on April 4, 2026. The bill will allow for private, self-financed universities to be established in Jammu and Kashmir for the first time, following decades of state-run educational institutions dominating the higher education landscape. The purpose of this bill is to help stop the stream of students leaving Jammu and Kashmir and travelling to Pune, Delhi, Chandigarh, Bengaluru, and other cities to obtain quality professional and technical education. While it is a positive step on paper, its level of success in practice depends entirely on the manner in which it is carried out and how openly its limitations are recognized. Filling a Structural Vacuum The private universities legislation is an overdue corrective for the region that has witnessed years of conflict, political uncertainty, and stagnant institutions. Statistics are revealing; every year, 50,000 to 60,000 students from Jammu and Kashmir travel to other states in India for their undergraduate and postgraduate studies, representing not only a brain drain but placing significant financial burdens on the families of children who are obtaining accommodation, transportation, and living in high-cost metropolitan cities across India. If private universities come equipped with credible academic programs, they can accommodate a significant portion of the demand for students looking for educational opportunities close to home. Additionally, while J&K has extensive but dispersed government university infrastructure, it has not been able to keep up with the rising demand from rapidly urbanizing youth. Fields with limited representation in the UT include data science, biotechnology, law, design, management and digital humanities. Because private universities generally have greater capacity for curriculum innovation than state universities, they can rapidly fill these gaps. Furthermore, the alignment of the Bill with the vision set forth by the National Education Policy 2020 and its call for multidisciplinary and research-oriented private institutions creates a level of policy coherence that must be recognized by the critics of the Bill. Who Watches the Watchmen? The inconvenient history of private university regulation in India is a challenge for even the most ardent advocates of the Bill. Proliferation of private universities across states from the mid-2000s until early 2010s has resulted in degree mills in several states including Jharkhand, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh where colleges and universities charge students duties/fees through the tuition collection process but do not offer any sort of educational benefit to students that would justify those fees being charged; instead, the degrees that they (private universities) confer have resulted in students across these respective states being unable to find gainful employment because the job market has learned to no longer trust degree credentials that were conferred by those degree mills. While the regulatory oversight of private & dg institutions by the UIGC has improved, UIGC has historically exercised a more reactive than preventive approach in regulating said institutions. As such, any evaluation of J&K legislation should evaluate the Bill in light of establishing an autonomous SHERA with enforcement capabilities to inspect DE and issue penalties and delist DE and other chartered universities in the event of improper conduct to deter against potential promoter abuse of the liberty granted in this bill. It is also worth mentioning that the passage of the Bill takes place while both the legislative and administrative functions in J&K (including legislative assembly) are still being formed following J&Ks bifurcation into two UTs in 2019 and there wasnt a legislative assembly until the end of 2024, when elections were held after a gap of six years. Because of these considerations, the speed with which this Bill has moved through the legislature raises legitimate concerns with respect to how adequate public input to the Bill was obtained, how much input did student unions, faculty organisations, and civil society groups sufficient input into the development of legislation being proposed. Or is this legislation nothing more than another example of top down attempting to promote change as needed, while creating additional government authority without having first determined if it was needed based upon student performance. The Elephant in the Room There is no serious assessment of the expansion of private universities in India without first addressing the issue of greater access to education. The nature of a private university as a self-financed institution means that the tuition and fees associated with attendance will always be priced above those offered by a public university. Many rural residents of Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban, Kupwara, and Bandipora are economically disadvantaged, and the high cost of attending a private university may mean that those individuals cannot afford to attend a private university. Currently, the legislation does not provide for an obligation to establish scholarship programs, limit fees or set aside seats for underprivileged students at newly established private universities in Jammu and Kashmir; this represents a major lapse. Without building a measure of equity into the legislation that establishes a private university in J&K, private universities in this area will run the risk of being perceived as an urban/suburban, upper middle class institution, with their attractive campuses located in urban areas such as Jammu and Srinagar, while the rural population continues to migrate from the areas to go elsewhere to attend school or decides, due to lack of access to education generally, to not pursue post-secondary education at all. Investment, Employment, and the Local Question Advocates for the Bill are correct when discussing the economic spillover effects of university campuses. University campuss provide construction jobs through their construction projects create markets for local businesses and service providers for the local communities, bring talent from around the country through faculty recruitment and create knowledge ecosystems that can stimulate businesses in surrounding locations. Branding private university campuses for Jammu and Kashmir, which have difficulty attracting sustained private investment, could provide an anchor for local investors looking for stability and normalcy in their investment decisions. The tourism, hospitality, technical, and agri-processing industries all being identified by the government as priority growth industries for UT will be favoured by local employment opportunities due to a trained, skilled local workforce hired regionally instead of outside the region. However, one critical area where the legislation needs to take steps to prevent circumstances from occurring is that of importing the institutions infrastructure without developing local human capital. If private universities in Jammu and Kashmir hire primarily outside faculty as they have done during previous phases of expansion in other communities, there will not be much of a long-term effect in building up the capacity of the regions local academic institutions. Through incentives and/or regulated hiring requirements, the government needs to ensure that private institutions invest in local faculty development, develop research partnerships with existing local government institutions and establish student internship connections between graduates and local industry for J&K. Normalisation or Optics? To assess this piece of legislation without consideration of the current political environment would be intellectually dishonest. As one of many legislative and developmental actions taken by the Government of Jammu & Kashmir following the revocation of its special status in August 2019, the Private Universities Bill is clearly part of an effort both explicit and implicit by the Government to signal to the people of J&K that the UTs political environment is now stable and that the people can trust the Government and the political processes in the UT. Just as foreign direct investment (FDI) in the manufacturing sector is driven by a stable governance environment, so too are private investments in post-secondary education. Thus, the bill is simultaneously a signal (politically) and a policy (educational). While there is nothing inherently wrong with the bill serving in both of these capacities (policy and politics are rarely separated), there is a danger that in situations where the primary motivation for a piece of legislation is to establish normalcy, the implementation of the legislation may receive less attention than the announcement of the legislation. Citizens of J&K, especially its students, deserve the opposite a quiet, principled, and unexciting implementation of the law that outlasts the press releases. Potential Squandered or Potential Realised? The Jammu & Kashmir Private Universities Bill, 2026 is neither the major moment of change its supporters describe nor, according to the strongest critics, a sham. This bill is a significant first step; it builds the legal basis for private higher education but does not yet address such elements as regulatory enforcement, equity protections and local capacity building that would make private post-secondary institutions genuine opportunities for transformation. This bill should be viewed as an opening; how those institutions that come through this door develop into credible institutions vs. just opportunistic institutions, equitable access to education vs. exclusive enclaves of education, as well as whether local citizens/communities ultimately benefit from these institutions vs. whether they simply serve to extract from the citizens/communities unless there is sufficient political will to enforce the standards set forth will determine what these institutions will be once created. The students of Jammu & Kashmir have waited too long for this bill; they deserve to see the legislation they have waited for be implemented in a manner that is not simply well-intentioned but also executed with relentless and absolute accountability. Dr. Neeraj A Sharma, Honorary Consul General of Palau to India
Mastermind of 50-lakh ATM cash van heist in Kerala arrested in Chhattisgarh
The accused, Armughan (55), alias Kittu, a native of Tiruchirappalli in Tamil Nadu and a key member of the notorious Ramjinagar gang, was taken into custody from Chhattisgarh by Manjeswaram police
US returns over 650 antiquities valued at nearly USD 14 million to India
New York, Apr 30: The US has returned 657 antiquities collectively valued at nearly USD 14 million to India, saying there is more work to be done to return stolen artifacts to the country. The return was announced by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg on Tuesday. The pieces were recovered following several investigations into trafficking networks, including those related to disgraced art dealer Subhash Kapoor and convicted trafficker Nancy Wiener. The pieces were returned at an event attended by Consul Rajlakshmi Kadam from the Consulate General of India in New York. The scale of the trafficking networks that targeted cultural heritage in India is massive, as demonstrated by the return of more than 600 pieces today, Bragg said in a statement. There is unfortunately more work to be done to return stolen artifacts back to India, and I thank our team for their persistent efforts. Consul General of India in New York, Binaya Pradhan, appreciated the sustained cooperation of the Manhattan District Attorneys Office, the US Department of Homeland Security, and the law enforcement agencies whose continued vigilance, he said, made the recovery and return of these culturally significant artifacts possible. The items returned include a two million dollar bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara, seated on an inscribed double-lotus base over a lion-flanked throne. The inscription identifies the craftsman as Dronaditya of Sipur, located near modern-day Raipur in Chhattisgarh. The Avalokiteshvara was one of a large hoard of bronzes discovered near the Lakshmana Temple in 1939 and entered the collection of the Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum, Raipur by 1952. The statue was stolen from the museum and smuggled into the US by 1982, ultimately ending up in a private collection in New York by 2014. The bronze artifact was located and seized from that collection by the Manhattan District Attorneys Office in 2025. A sandstone figure of a dancing Ganesha, which was looted by one of Kapoors indicted co-conspirators Ranjeet Kanwar, from a temple in Madhya Pradesh in 2000. Convicted trafficker Vaman Ghiya then sold and shipped the statue to the New York-based gallery owner Doris Wiener. In 2012, after the death of her mother Doris, Nancy Wiener later convicted for antiquities trafficking knowingly created false provenance for the Ganesha statue, consigning it to, and selling it at, Christies New York. The Ganesha was purchased at the 2012 auction by a private collector who surrendered it to the Manhattan District Attorneys office earlier this year. Another artifact is a red sandstone figure of a Buddha standing with his right hand raised in abhaya mudra, a gesture of protection. The Buddhas feet are broken off below the knees and only fragments of the halo behind his head are visible, damage that likely occurred when the statue was looted from Northern India. The USD 7.5 million-statue was smuggled into New York by Kapoor and was seized by the Antiquities Trafficking Unit from one of his New York storage units. For more than a decade, the District Attorneys Antiquities Trafficking Unit, along with law enforcement partners at Homeland Security Investigations, have investigated Kapoor and his co-conspirators for the alleged illegal looting, exportation, and sale of artifacts from numerous countries in South and Southeast Asia. The DAs Office obtained an arrest warrant for Kapoor in 2012. In November 2019, he and seven of his co-defendants were indicted for their conspiracy to traffic stolen antiquities. Kapoors extradition from India, where he was convicted for his trafficking activities in 2022, is pending. Five of Kapoors co-defendants have already been convicted by the Manhattan District Attorneys office. The Antiquities Trafficking Unit has now recovered more than 6,200 cultural treasures, including rare books, works of art, and antiquities, valued at more than USD 485 million, and returned more than 5,900 of those so far to 36 countries. The ATU has also convicted 18 individuals of cultural property-related crimes, with another 7 alleged traffickers pending extradition.
4 Chhattisgarh Cops Detained In Guwahati For Taking Bribery From Accused
A police team from Raipur arrived in Guwahati this week in connection with a cyber fraud case registered in Chhattisgarh.
Four Chhattisgarh Police personnel detained in Guwahati following bribery allegations
Four Chhattisgarh Police personnel, including an inspector, were detained and questioned in Guwahati following bribery allegations in a cybercrime case. A complaint stated the team demanded and accepted bribes from accused individuals arrested in Chhattisgarh. The team had come to Guwahati to investigate a cybercrime case and allegedly released some accused after receiving money.
The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) has announced the Class 10 result 2026, recording an overall pass percentage of 77.15%. Out of over 3.16 lakh students who appeared, more than 2.43 lakh cleared the exam. Girls outperformed boys with 81.03% against 72.27%, while the merit list showed intense competition with minimal score gaps.
CGBSE Class 12 toppers 2026: Jigyasu Verma tops with 98.60%, check complete merit list here
The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education has declared the Class 12 Result 2026, with 2.38 lakh students appearing and an overall pass percentage of 81.87%. Jigyasu Verma topped with 98.60%, leading a tightly contested merit list. Students can access their scorecards online using roll numbers through official result portals.
The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) announced its Class 10 results, featuring a three-way tie for the top rank with students achieving 99%. The merit list highlights intense competition, with multiple students sharing ranks 2 and 5 due to very close scores. Mahasamund, Raipur, and Mungeli districts show strong academic performance among the toppers.
Chhattisgarh Board 10th, 12th Result 2026 Out: Check Your Scores, Marksheet Directly Here
CGBSE Board 10th, 12th Result: Chhattisgarh board 10th, 12th result has been declared today. Check download link here.
Chhattisgarh Police team detained in Guwahati over alleged bribery case
Police said an FIR was registered under bailable sections, after which the team was allowed to leave the police station on notice following preliminary interrogation
Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education has announced the Class 10 Result 2026 today. Lakhs of students can now check their scores online via official websites, the Times of India portal, or DigiLocker. Remember, the online marksheet is provisional; collect original certificates from your school later. Verify all details carefully.
Chhattisgarh Board CGBSE Class 12th result 2026 shortly: Check your result here at 2:30 PM
CGBSE will announce the Class 12 result 2026 today, April 29 at 2:30 PM. Students can access their marks on cgbse.nic.in, results.cg.nic.in, and the TOI result portal. The exams were conducted from February 20 to March 18. A minimum of 33 per cent is required to pass. Students failing can take compartment exams. Last year, the pass percentage was 81.87 per cent.
The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) has officially declared the Class 12 board examination results for 2026. Lakhs of candidates can now access their scorecards online by entering their roll number. The examinations were conducted from February 20 to March 18, 2026. Check complete details here.
Chhattisgarh Board CGBSE Class 10th result 2026 shortly: Check your result here at 2:30 PM
CGBSE will declare the Class 10 result 2026 today, April 29 at 2:30 PM. Students can check scorecards on cgbse.nic.in, results.cg.nic.in, and the TOI result portal. Exams were held from February 21 to March 13. Candidates must secure at least 33 per cent to pass. Those who fail can appear for compartment exams. Last years pass percentage stood at 76.53 per cent.
CGBSE 12th Result 2026: What students should do if result websites are slow or not loading
Chhattisgarh Board Class 10 and 12 results are out today at 2:30 pm. Expect website delays due to high traffic. Students can access scores via the TOI portal and DigiLocker for marksheets. Verify all details on the provisional online marksheets, with original certificates to follow
Exit Polls failures: Nine times predictions missed the mark
Assembly Election Exit polls Failure History: Exit polls for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry, and Assam are awaited. However, past elections in Haryana, Lok Sabha 2024, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Lok Sabha 2014 and 2004 show these forecasts can be inaccurate. Voter sentiment is complex. The final results on counting day are the only ones that truly matter.
Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education is set to announce Class 10 and 12 results 2026 online. Students are advised to keep their roll number, admit card, and a stable internet connection ready for a smooth checking process. The online marksheet will be provisional, with original certificates available later from schools.
Chhattisgarh CGBSE Class 10th result 2026: How to download scorecards online from TOI portal?
The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) will release Class 10 results today at 2:30 PM. Students can check their scorecards on official websites and the Times of India portal. The digital marksheet will be provisional, and students should verify details and collect original certificates from their schools.
CGBSE Class 10th,12th result 2026: How to download scorecards from DigiLocker
The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education will announce Class 10 and 12 results today at 2:30 PM, with heavy traffic expected on official websites. Students can check scores online using roll numbers or access verified marksheets via DigiLocker. Authorities have advised candidates to download results promptly and avoid unofficial platforms during peak hours.
Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) is releasing Class 10 and 12 results today, April 29, 2026, at 2:30 PM. Students can access their scorecards on cgbse.nic.in and results.cg.nic.in. Exams concluded in March, and a 33% passing mark is required. Compartment exams are available for those who don't qualify.
CGBSE 12th Result 2026: Scores to be declared today; check official websites to download marksheet
Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education will release Class 12 results on April 29 at 2:30 pm. Students can check their provisional scores online on official websites and DigiLocker shortly after the announcement. Examinations were held from February 20 to March 18, 2026. Details for revaluation and supplementary exams will be available soon for those seeking improvement
CGBSE Chhattisgarh Board result 2026 today: When and where to check Class 10, 12 results
Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) is set to release Class 10 and 12 results today, April 29, 2026, at 2:30 PM. Students can access their scorecards on cgbse.nic.in and results.cg.nic.in. The press conference will reveal toppers, pass percentages, and exam statistics. A minimum of 33% is required to pass.
CM Naidu Seeks Refrigerated Container Trains for AAPs Agriculture, Aqua Export
Naidu pleaded that hinterland regions in states such as Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Karnataka be linked to APs ports to facilitate faster cargo movement.
Rare Recovery: Execution Order of Cgarhs First Martyr & 326-Year-Old Scripts Found
The order, dated December 10, 1857, was housed at the Sonakhan Museum in the district and documented during the ongoing Gyan Bharatam National Manuscripts Survey in Chhattisgarh, a senior district officer told this newspaper on Tuesday.
ED Takes Action in Land Acquisition Scam, Raids Eight Locations in Chhattisgarh
New Delhi, April 28: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a significant operation in connection with a money laundering case, conducting searches at eight locations in Abhanpur, Raipur, Dhamtari, and Kurud in Chhattisgarh on Tuesday. This action is linked to allegations of illegal compensation received during land acquisition for the RaipurVisakhapatnam highway under the Bharatmala ... Read more ED Takes Action in Land Acquisition Scam, Raids Eight Locations in Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh Board Results 2026 Tomorrow: Keep These Login Credentials Ready
CGBSE Class 10, 12 Results 2026: The board conducted the high school (Class 10) exams from February 21 to March 13.
Chhattisgarh Board result 2026 tomorrow: Check when and how to download CGBSE Class 10, 12 results
Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education will release Class 10 and Class 12 results tomorrow, April 29, 2026. Students can check their scores online from 2:30 PM. The examinations were conducted in February and March. Students will need their roll numbers to access the results. Original marksheets will be available later from schools. This announcement follows last year's successful examination period.
Victims of Chhattisgarh power plant explosion received compensation, says Vedanta
The company said it has provided financial assistance of 35 lakh each to the families of the deceased, while 15 lakh has been disbursed to those injured; had handed entire responsibility of the plant to NSGL, writes Vedanta Group chairman Anil Agrawal
NLCIL secures composite licence for phosphorite, limestone blocks in Chhattisgarh
Vedanta Power disburses compensation to victims of Chhattisgarh plant incident
Vedanta Power said it is also exploring employment opportunities for the deceased's family members and will support the education of their children up to Class 12
Chhattisgarh boiler blast: Vedanta chief says operations and maintenance entrusted to NTPC-GE
Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal has stated that NGSL, a joint venture between NTPC and GE, held full responsibility for the operations and maintenance of the Chhattisgarh power plant. An explosion at the plant on April 14 killed 25 workers. Agarwal drew an analogy to vehicle owners trusting drivers for safety.
School summer vacations in several states, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, have been preponed as the temperatures have soared above 44 degrees Celsius. In many places like Patna, Kota, Dehradun, Noida, Ghaziabad, the school timings have been revised to ensure that school activities happen before afternoon to protect students from the cruel heat.
Chhattisgarhs remote village gets electricity for first time
A remote village in Chhattisgarhs Abujhmad region has received electricity for the first time, benefiting around 10 families. The development marks a significant step in bringing basic infrastructure to a once Maoist-affected area
School holiday alert: Heatwave forces closures or timing changes; Check full state-wise update here
Amid an intense heatwave sweeping across India, several states have revised school timings, announced early summer vacations, and even ordered temporary closures to protect students from extreme temperatures crossing 44C. States like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Maharashtra have shifted to early morning classes, while others such as Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, and Tripura have preponed holidays or shut schools altogether.
Is Chhattisgarh Class 10 And 12 Result 2026 Releasing In May? Here's What We Know So Far
Chhattisgarh Board is likely to release Class 10 and 12 results for 2026 in May, following previous years' trends.
T.S. Singh Deo Critiques Raghav Chadhas Political Shift and BJPs Tactics
Raipur, April 26: T.S. Singh Deo, former Deputy Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh and Congress leader, recently discussed Raghav Chadhas departure from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the implications of the BJPs strategies. Here are the key excerpts from the conversation: Question: On Friday, Raghav Chadha, along with six other MPs, left the Aam Aadmi ... Read more T.S. Singh Deo Critiques Raghav Chadhas Political Shift and BJPs Tactics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about wildlife conservation efforts leading to the return of blackbucks in Chhattisgarh. He also highlighted the conservation of the Great Indian Bustard. The Prime Minister celebrated India's success at an international cheese competition in Brazil. Indian cheesemakers won multiple awards, showcasing the growth of India's dairy sector and the global reach of its flavors.
Blackbucks Return to Chhattisgarhs Grasslands: PM Modi Praises Conservation Efforts
New Delhi, April 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the return of blackbucks to Chhattisgarhs grasslands during the 133rd episode of his Mann Ki Baat program on Sunday. He noted that this marks a significant achievement in wildlife conservation in central India. After years of local extinction and ongoing conservation efforts, these beautiful antelopes are ... Read more Blackbucks Return to Chhattisgarhs Grasslands: PM Modi Praises Conservation Efforts
Rare 2000-Year-Old Copper Plate Discovered in Chhattisgarh
Bilaspur, April 26: A remarkable discovery has been made in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, where a rare copper plate weighing over 3 kilograms has been unearthed from the residence of Sanjeev Pandey as part of the Gyan Bharatam initiative. This copper plate features inscriptions in Brahmi script and Pali language, dating back approximately 2000 years, making it ... Read more Rare 2000-Year-Old Copper Plate Discovered in Chhattisgarh
In Fit Of Rage, Chhattisgarh Constable's Lover Stabs His Wife, Son To Death
The incident occurred on Saturday morning when accused Sarojini Bharadwaj reached constable Lalitesh Yadav's flat in Durg while he was away to the railway station.
ED probes suspected TTI-linked funds routed through foreign bank debit cards
According to the ED, its investigation revealed that there has been suspicious cash withdrawals using these foreign debit cards in Left-Wing Extremism (LWE)-affected regions, including Dhamtari and Bastar region of Chhattisgarh
Gunmen kill Congress leaders son, injure another at his home in Chhattisgarh
The Congress leaders son Aayush Kashyap (19), who sustained two gunshot wounds to the chest, died on the spot, while his younger brother Ashutosh (16) suffered a bullet injury to his hand, the police said.
Gunmen kill Congress leader Sammelal Kashyap's son, injure another at his home in Chhattisgarh
A shocking incident unfolded in Janjgir-Champa district where three masked assailants attacked the home of a Congress leader. They opened fire on his two sons. Nineteen-year-old Aayush Kashyap died on the spot from gunshot wounds. His younger brother Ashutosh sustained a hand injury and is stable. Police have launched a massive manhunt for the attackers.
Chhattisgarh & MP: Spl Assembly Sessions Convened to Pass Censure Motion Against Oppn
The censure motion is against defeating womens quota bill in LS
We're Watching: On Poll Day, Mahua Moitra Reveals Locations Of 2 BJP Leaders
The 51-year-old Trinamool MP questioned the presence of Swadesh Singh, a professor at Delhi's Satyavati College, and Saurabh Singh, a former BJP MLA from Chhattisgarh, in Bengal on the day of voting.
Supreme Court stays HC order sentencing Amit Jogi to life imprisonment
The Supreme Court has stayed the Chhattisgarh High Court order that sentenced Amit Jogi, son of former Chief Minister Ajit Jogi, to life imprisonment, in the 2003 murder case of NCP leader Ram Avtar Jaggi. The Bench of Justice Vikram Nath, Justice Sandeep Mehta and Justice Vijay Bishnoi passed the interim order while issuing notice [] The post Supreme Court stays HC order sentencing Amit Jogi to life imprisonment appeared first on India Legal .
Chhattisgarh Government Revokes Ban on Employees Political Activities Within 24 Hours
Raipur, April 23: The Chhattisgarh government, led by Vishnu Dev Sai, has swiftly revoked its order prohibiting government employees from engaging in political activities, just 24 hours after its announcement. This decision has sparked significant political unrest in the state. Late Wednesday night, the directive stated that no government official or employee would hold a ... Read more Chhattisgarh Government Revokes Ban on Employees Political Activities Within 24 Hours
Chhattisgarh: Man Beheads Wife, Roams with Severed Head in Korba
A man in Korba, Chhattisgarh allegedly beheaded his wife and carried her severed head around the village. Police have arrested the accused and seized the weapon.
SC stays conviction, life term of Amit Jogi in NCP leader's murder case
The Supreme Court has put a hold on the Chhattisgarh High Court's decision sentencing Amit Jogi to life imprisonment. Jogi, son of former chief minister Ajit Jogi, was convicted in the 2003 murder of NCP leader Ramavatar Jaggi. The high court had recently ordered him to surrender. The top court issued a notice to the CBI on Jogi's plea.
New Delhi, April 23: The Supreme Court has granted significant relief to Amit Jogi in the high-profile murder case of NCP leader Ram Avatar Jaggi from 2003. The apex court has issued a stay on the Chhattisgarh High Courts decision that had convicted Jogi and sentenced him to life imprisonment. A bench comprising Justices Vikram ... Read more Amit Jogi Receives Major Relief in 2003 NCP Leader Murder Case as Supreme Court Stays High Court Verdict
Jaggi murder case: SC stays HC verdict handing life term to ex-Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi's son
North India sizzles as IMD predicts heatwave conditions; mercury breaches 43-deg C in Bengal
According to the IMD, parts of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi may see heatwave conditions on April 24-25, while similar conditions are likely to prevail over parts of Uttar Pradesh (April 23-26), Rajasthan (April 24-26), Madhya Pradesh (April 23-26), Vidarbha and Chhattisgarh (April 24-27), and Gangetic West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand (April 22-23).
Watch: Heatwave alert in Chhattisgarh, temperatures may hit 45C
Chhattisgarh is bracing for an intense heat spell, with temperatures expected to rise sharply over the next 48 hours. The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert, warning of hot and dry winds across regions like Durg, Raipur, and Bilaspur.
Sachin Tendulkar Promotes Grassroots Sports in Dantewada
New Delhi, April 22: Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar visited Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh on Wednesday to support a grassroots sports initiative. The aim of this program is to transform the region, previously affected by Maoist violence, into a vibrant sports hub. Tendulkar expressed his enthusiasm for the development of sports fields under the Maidan ... Read more Sachin Tendulkar Promotes Grassroots Sports in Dantewada
Heatwave Conditions Likely In Most Parts Of Northwest, Central And Eastern India: IMD
NEW DELHI, Apr 22: Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail over major parts of northwest, central and eastern India during the next four to five days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Wednesday. Isolated parts of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi, may expect heatwave conditions on April 24 and 25. Western Uttar Pradesh during April 23-25; eastern Uttar Pradesh during April 22-26; Rajasthan during April 24-26; Madhya Pradesh during April 23-26, Vidarbha and Chhattisgarh during April 24-27; Gangetic West [] The post Heatwave Conditions Likely In Most Parts Of Northwest, Central And Eastern India: IMD appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chhattisgarh Board Results 2026 Soon, Confirms DigiLocker; Here's How To Check, Download
Chhattisgarh Board is likely to announce Class 10 and 12 results for 2026 soon, with DigiLocker indicating an imminent release.
The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education is set to release the 2026 Class 10 and 12 results soon, with DigiLocker also indicating an imminent announcement. Exams concluded in March, and results are likely in April. Last year, pass rates stood at 76.53% for Class 10 and 81.87% for Class 12. Students can access scorecards online once declared.
Boosting Regional Connectivity: Bilaspur to Connect Directly with Delhi Starting May 3
Raipur, April 22: The central government is actively promoting regional connectivity across the country. In a significant move, Bilaspur in Chhattisgarh will soon be directly linked to the national capital, Delhi, with the inaugural flight scheduled for May 3. Operated by Alliance Air, this flight service will depart from Bilasa Devi Kewat Airport every Sunday, ... Read more Boosting Regional Connectivity: Bilaspur to Connect Directly with Delhi Starting May 3
A new stage spotlights reintegration of Maoists in Chhattisgarh
The objective of the initiative by the local administration is that, through theatre and their interaction with fellow citizens from other walks of life, former Maoists taking a step towards rehabilitation understand their rights
BJP Poised for Victory in West Bengal, Claims Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Dev Sai
Raipur, April 21: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai expressed confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will form the government in West Bengal. He stated that the people of Bengal are weary of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) rule and are looking for change. During a media interaction in Raipur, CM Sai remarked on the ... Read more BJP Poised for Victory in West Bengal, Claims Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Dev Sai
Chhattisgarh Police Dismantles Major Drug Network: 47 Kg of Cannabis Seized
Raipur, April 21: In a significant operation against drug trafficking, the Chhattisgarh police achieved a major breakthrough in Mahasamund district. The Anti-Narcotics Task Force, in collaboration with the Komakhan police, exposed an illegal cannabis smuggling operation. Authorities seized 47.3 kilograms of cannabis, valued at approximately 23.65 lakh. The police confiscated assets worth 59.51 lakh, including ... Read more Chhattisgarh Police Dismantles Major Drug Network: 47 Kg of Cannabis Seized
Chhattisgarh Police Cracks Down on Drug Network, Seizes 47 Kg of Cannabis
Mahasamund, April 21: The Chhattisgarh police achieved a significant victory in their ongoing campaign against drug trafficking in Mahasamund district. In a joint operation by the Anti-Narcotics Task Force and Komakhan police, a major cannabis smuggling operation was uncovered. Authorities seized 47.3 kilograms of cannabis, valued at approximately 23.65 lakh. The police also confiscated assets ... Read more Chhattisgarh Police Cracks Down on Drug Network, Seizes 47 Kg of Cannabis
Maoist Surrender in Kanker Marks a Shift Towards Mainstream Society
Kanker, April 21: The trend of Maoists surrendering in Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, continues. Superintendent of Police Nikhil Rakhecha reported that recently, several members of the Maoist organization have chosen to abandon violence and reintegrate into society. In this context, another active Maoist surrendered on Monday. According to police, the surrendered Maoist has been identified as ... Read more Maoist Surrender in Kanker Marks a Shift Towards Mainstream Society
Chhattisgarh 'plane crash': State govt clears air, says no evidence found
Chhattisgarh authorities have clarified that no charter plane crash has occurred in Jashpur, despite reports of smoke in the Narayanpur area. Police and administrative teams, along with drone cameras, are monitoring the location. Initial inspections and local inquiries have found no evidence of a crash or explosion.
No Evidence: Officer On Reports Of Plane Crash In Chhattisgarh
An aircraft reportedly crashed in a forest area of Chhattisgarh's Jashpur district after hitting a tree on Monday, officials said.
Both Pilots Killed As Private Plane Crashes Into Hill In Chhattisgarh
Jashpur (Chhattisgarh), Apr 20: Two pilots were killed after a chartered aircraft crashed after colliding with a hill in Chhattisgarhs Jashpur district after on Monday, officials said. The incident took place near Ara Hill in the Narayanpur police station area. According to preliminary inputs, the aircraft was flying at a low altitude, around 30 feet above the ground, when it collided with a tree and went down. Visuals from the spot show what appears to be a small single-engine propeller [] The post Both Pilots Killed As Private Plane Crashes Into Hill In Chhattisgarh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Aircraft Crashes in Chhattisgarh; Casualties Feared
SRINAGAR: A private aircraft crashed into a hillside in Chhattisgarhs Jashpur district on Monday, with authorities fearing casualties, Hindustan Times reported. Jashpur Reports of a possible aircraft crash have emerged from the Narayanpur region in Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh. According to preliminary information, an aircraft was seen flying at a low altitude over the []
Northwest, Central, Adjoining East India To Witness Heatwave Conditions For Next 4-5 Days: IMD
NEW DELHI, Apr 20: Heatwave conditions are very likely to prevail over isolated pockets of northwest, central and the adjoining parts of east India for the next four to five days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Monday. It said isolated pockets of Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Punjab, East Rajasthan, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, West Uttar Pradesh, West Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gangetic West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha and scattered pockets of East Uttar Pradesh are expected to witness heatwave conditions on different dates [] The post Northwest, Central, Adjoining East India To Witness Heatwave Conditions For Next 4-5 Days: IMD appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board has released the CG Mandi SI Admit Card 2026 on April 20. Registered candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website using login credentials. The admit card is mandatory for entry, and candidates must verify details carefully and carry a valid ID proof to the examination centre.
Supreme Court to Hear Amit Jogis Plea in 23-Year-Old Murder Case on April 23
New Delhi, April 20: The Supreme Court will hear the plea of Amit Jogi, son of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Ajit Jogi, regarding the 23-year-old murder case of NCP leader Ram Avatar Jaggi on April 23. Amit Jogi has challenged the High Courts decision that found him guilty in the Jaggi murder case. In his ... Read more Supreme Court to Hear Amit Jogis Plea in 23-Year-Old Murder Case on April 23
CGBSE Class 10th, 12th result 2026 expected soon: Check steps to download scorecards
The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education is expected to announce the Class 10 and 12 results 2026 soon, with evaluation work nearing completion. Scores will likely be released by April-end on official websites. Students can check results using roll numbers, download provisional marksheets online, and later collect original certificates from schools for further admissions.
Chhattisgarh Board Class 10, 12 Results 2026: Check Qualifying Status On SMS
Chhattisgarh Board Result 2026: To pass the 10th and 12th board exams, students must secure a minimum of 33 per cent marks in each subject.
Chhattisgarh Vedanta power plant blast: Death toll rises to 24
Eight to ten individuals, including Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal and plant head Devendra Patel, have been named in the FIR. If more persons are found responsible during the investigation, their names will be added, Sakti Superintendent of Police Prafull Thakur had said.
Death toll in Vedanta power plant blast rises to 24
Another worker from Jharkhand injured in the boiler explosion at the Vedanta power plant in Singhitarai village of Sakti district, Chhattisgarh, passed away on Sunday at Raigarh Medical College.
Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education is set to release Class 10 and Class 12 results for 2026. Students can expect the announcement soon, likely in April. Exams were conducted offline in February and March. Results will be available on cgbse.nic.in and results.cg.nic.in. Students should check the official website for updates.
Death Count In Chhattisgarh Vedanta Power Plant Blast Climbs To 24
The explosion occurred in a steel tube carrying high-pressure steam from the boiler to the turbine at the Vedanta Ltd power plant located in Singhitarai village.
Being Probed Minutely: Collector On Vedanta Boiler Blast That Killed 23
Sakti Collector Amrit Vikas Topno said a central government team is examining the logs to pinpoint what triggered one of the worst industrial accidents in Chhattisgarh.
Chhattisgarh man offers almonds to govt officer for her fading memory
Getting a file processed or approved in an Indian government office is not an experience people want to remember fondly. Applicants are often asked to come the following day, only for that day to stretch into weeks, months and years. Either government officers or the files seem impossible to trace. In Chhattisgarh Bilaspur district, a 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 power plant explosion death toll touches 23
Two more workers die during treatment; Lok Sabha MP Naveen Jindal comee out in support of Vedanta chairman
Vedanta Chhattisgarh power plant blast: Death toll rises to 23
The death toll from a blast at the Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh's Sakti district has risen to 23. Two more workers died from their injuries on Saturday. Twelve others remain hospitalized, with three in critical condition. An FIR has been filed, naming Vedanta Group chairman Anil Agarwal. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the explosion.
Before Boiler Blast, Chattisgarh's Worst Industrial Disaster Took Place At Vedanta Plant
Since the formation of the Chhattisgarh state, numerous industrial accidents have occurred in succession, a majority of these at Vedanta facilities.
Naveen Jindal Faces Backlash For Defending Vedanta Boss Over Chhattisgarh Blast
In an incident where nearly two dozen lives have been lost, what came as a shock was Naveen Jindal's post questioning the Vedanta boss's name being added to the FIR.
Naveen Jindal backs Vedanta chair Anil Agarwal, questions FIR in Chhattisgarh boiler blast probe
Lok Sabha MP Naveen Jindal voiced support for Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal. Jindal questioned Agarwal's naming in an FIR following a fatal boiler blast. He stressed the need for thorough investigation and accountability for the tragedy. Jindal highlighted concerns over due process and consistent standards for private sector accountability.
Central team to investigate deadly accident at Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh
New Delhi, April 18: A central team, comprising officials from the Department of Industrial Safety and Boiler Inspectors, is likely to begin a probe into the deadly accident at the Vedanta power plant in Dabhra tehsil of Sakti district, Chhattisgarh, that led to the death of several workers, while many others sustained serious injuries. According [] The post Central team to investigate deadly accident at Vedanta power plant in Chhattisgarh appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Major Explosive Cache Discovered in Bijapur District, Chhattisgarh
Raipur, April 18: In a significant anti-Maoist operation, security forces have uncovered a large cache of explosives hidden by Maoists in the dense forests of Anuppur, under the jurisdiction of the Anuppur police station in Bijapur district. Acting on reliable intelligence, a joint team from the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and the Bomb Disposal Squad ... Read more Major Explosive Cache Discovered in Bijapur District, Chhattisgarh
A worker named Kismat Barkat Ali hailing from Madhya Pradeshs Singrauli was admitted to a private hospital in State capital Raipur where he died on Thursday night
Major Cache of Explosives Discovered in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur District
Raipur, April 17: In a significant anti-Maoist operation, security forces have uncovered a large cache of explosives hidden in the dense forests of Anuppur, within the jurisdiction of the Anuppur police station in Bijapur district. Based on credible intelligence, a joint team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) launched an ... Read more Major Cache of Explosives Discovered in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur District
