Chhattisgarh Desk

Shimla:  In a shocking case of cyber fraud, a retired soldier from Himachal Pradesh  lost nearly ₹98 lakh  after being trapped in a sophisticated “digital arrest” scam , police officials said. The fraudsters allegedly posed as law enforcement officials and threatened the victim with legal action, forcing him to transfer large sums of money over several days. According to the police, the scammers contacted the ex-serviceman and falsely claimed that a SIM card had been illegall

A 39-year-old officer of the Indian Air Force was found dead at his residence in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, in what authorities suspect to be a case of suicide. The deceased officer has been identified as Vipul Yadav, who held the rank of Wing Commander. According to officials, Vipul Yadav was posted in duties related to anti-insurgency operations targeting Maoist groups in the region. His responsibilities were linked to coordinating and supporting security efforts against the lon

A reckless driving incident allegedly involving the son of a former minister in Chhattisgarh has triggered widespread outrage after a speeding car crashed into a shop in a busy market area. The incident occurred on March 11 near Itwari Bazaar, leaving locals shocked and raising questions about accountability and road safety. According to eyewitnesses, the vehicle was moving at high speed when the driver reportedly lost control and rammed into a shop owned by Ajin Qureshi. The

Raipur : The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has nominated Laxmi Verma as its candidate for the Rajya Sabha from Chhattisgarh, a decision that comes after weeks of internal discussions within the party leadership. Party sources said the announcement is being viewed as a clear endorsement of the preference expressed by Vishnu Deo Sai, the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh. The decision was finalised after deliberations among senior BJP leaders regarding the party’s nominee for the U

Raipur : The Chhattisgarh High Court has taken serious note of allegations that students studying under the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 (RTE) were forced to perform menial labour at a private school in Surajpur district of Chhattisgarh. The court has sought an explanation from the principal of DAV Public School, Surajpur after reports emerged that children admitted under the RTE quota were allegedly made to participate in construction-related

Raipur : The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)  has suspended one of its local leaders after police allegedly discovered illegal opium cultivation at his farmhouse in Chhattisgarh , officials said. The leader, Vinay Tamrakar , served as the state convener of the BJP Kisan Morcha ’s Rice Mill Processing Project. The action against him was taken after authorities found poppy plants being cultivated illegally at his farmhouse located in Samoda village . According to police sources, t

The death of a tribal leader while in judicial custody in Kanker has sparked a major political and public debate over prisoner safety across Chhattisgarh. The incident has raised serious questions about conditions inside jails and the responsibility of authorities to ensure the safety of inmates. According to officials, the tribal leader was lodged in the district jail in Kanker in connection with a case when he died under mysterious circumstances. Jail authorities initially

A Maoist cadre was killed during an anti-insurgency operation carried out by security forces in Dantewada, police officials said on Friday. The deceased has been identified as Rajesh Punem, a resident of Burji village  and reportedly a member of the Bhairamgarh Area Committee  of the banned Maoist organisation. Encounter During Security Operation According to police sources, the encounter took place during a search operation launched by security forces in forested areas of Da

In a gruesome crime that has shocked residents, a canteen contractor associated with Chhattisgarh Sadan was allegedly murdered and dismembered, with his body parts later found in the Yamuna near Vrindavan. 🧍 Victim Identified The deceased has been identified as Anroop Gupta, who was known in his social circle for his fondness for wearing gold jewellery. Police said he had been missing for several days before the recovery of the body parts. 🩸 Brutal Killing According to inve

Raipur:  The opposition Indian National Congress staged a walkout from the Chhattisgarh Assembly on Monday, alleging large-scale illegal dumping of fly ash in Raigarh district and accusing the government of failing to prevent environmental damage. Raising the issue during Question Hour, Congress MLAs claimed that fly ash generated by thermal power plants in Raigarh was being dumped in violation of environmental norms, leading to pollution of agricultural land and water bodies

Raipur:  In a significant breakthrough for security forces engaged in anti-Naxal operations, a senior Maoist leader identified as Vikas along with 14 other cadres surrendered before police authorities in Chhattisgarh on Monday. Officials said the group included nine women, and all were active along the sensitive Chhattisgarh–Odisha border region. According to police, the surrendered cadres were associated with the Balangir–Bargarh–Mahasamund (BBM) division of the banned Commu

Two alleged Maoists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, police officials said on Friday. The exchange of fire took place during an anti-Naxal operation in a forested area of the district. Encounter During Search Operation According to police sources, a joint team of security personnel was out on a search and area domination operation following intelligence inputs about Maoist movement in the region. As the forces advanced into

The Chhattisgarh High Court  has reduced the sentence of a man convicted in a sexual assault case from seven years to three-and-a-half years, observing that ejaculation without penile penetration does not constitute rape under the specific provisions applied in the case. Court’s Observations While hearing the appeal, the High Court examined medical evidence presented during the trial. The court noted that the survivor’s hymen was found intact and that there was no conclusive

A forest department officer in Chhattisgarh has been arrested in connection with an alleged ₹7 crore tendu leaf bonus scam, officials confirmed. The accused is alleged to have fraudulently withdrawn funds meant for tendu leaf collectors, triggering a major probe into financial irregularities within the department. Allegations of Misappropriation According to investigators, the officer allegedly withdrew approximately ₹7 crore that was earmarked as bonus payments for tendu lea

A murder case has been registered against a government officer in Chhattisgarh following the death of a man during an alleged probe into illegal mining activities, officials confirmed. Incident During Inspection According to preliminary information, the incident occurred when a team of officials was conducting an inspection related to suspected illegal mining operations in the area. During the course of the inquiry, a confrontation reportedly took place between the officials

Raipur:  The Chhattisgarh government on Tuesday presented a ₹1.72 lakh crore Budget for the financial year 2026-27, outlining a mix of welfare initiatives, infrastructure spending and youth-focused schemes. A major highlight of the Budget was the announcement of the Rani Durgavati Scheme , under which eligible girls will receive ₹1.5 lakh upon attaining 18 years of age. Presenting the Budget in the State Assembly, the Finance Minister said the government aims to strengthen so

A Maoist division active along the Chhattisgarh–Odisha border has expressed willingness to surrender and join the mainstream, according to a letter addressed to the Chhattisgarh government. Govt Initiates Outreach:In the communication, the group stated that 15 of its members were ready to lay down arms and reintegrate into society. The letter reportedly requested Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma  to broadcast a public assurance on radio guaranteeing their safety and fair tr

The Bombay High Court has convicted a man for attempt to rape in a case where medical evidence indicated partial penetration, observing that the charge of rape had not been conclusively established beyond reasonable doubt. Rape Despite Medical:The case came up before the High Court in appeal against a trial court verdict. During the proceedings, the court examined medical testimony from the attending doctor, who had stated that there was evidence suggestive of partial penetra

Chhattisgarh’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) is projected to grow by 8.11% in the financial year 2025-26, according to the State’s Economic Survey. The report highlights steady economic momentum driven by growth in agriculture, industry, and services. As per advance estimates cited in the Survey, the State’s GSDP at constant prices (base year 2011-12) is expected to reach ₹3,58,293 crore in 2025-26, up from ₹3,31,402 crore in FY25. The projected increase reflects sustai

Raipur —  Hundreds of midday meal cooks across Chhattisgarh have been on strike for the past 47 days, demanding an increase in their monthly honorarium and improved job security. The protest, which began on December 29, has drawn attention to the financial struggles faced by workers responsible for preparing meals for schoolchildren under the government’s flagship nutrition scheme. 📌 Key Demands The protesting cooks, engaged under the Centre’s PM Poshan Scheme (formerly the