Chhattisgarh To Use AI To Hasten End Of Maoism
Union home minister Amit Shah has set a target to end Maoism in the country by March, 2026.
Peace rally held in Hyderabad against Operation Kagaar
Hyderabad: A peace rally was held from Sundarayya Vignana Kendram to Indira Park on Saturday, May 3, by civil rights activists, students and other civil society organisations demanding an immediate end to Operation Kagaar, launched in January 2024 in the Maoist-affected areas of central India, mainly in the forest areas bordering Telangana and Chhattisgarh. Caption: 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 .
Maoist killed in a gunfight with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Gariabad
RAIPUR: A Maoist was killed in a gunfight with the security forces near hilly forested terrain of Motipani in Gariaband district, about 170 km east of Raipur, the police said on Saturday. Based on specific inputs about the presence of Maoists in the forest region of Motipani village under Jugad police station limits in Gariaband, a joint team comprising E-30 district force and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched a search operation. When the forces reached the hilly terrain close to Motipani, the Maoists opened indiscriminate firing resulting in an exchange of fire. The body of Maoist was found after the encounter. The gunfight continued for around half-an hour. The Red rebels later fled into the nearby jungles, said Nikhil Rakhecha, Gariaband district police chief. The deceased Naxal has been identified as Divisional Committee Member (DVCM) Yogesh carrying a reward of Rs 8 lakh on his head, the officer added. Sources said , no security personnel were injured in the operation. The forces also recovered one self loading rifle (SLR), explosives and naxal materials during further search operations in the area. This year, 146 bodies of Maoists have been recovered so far in various encounters in Chhattisgarh including 129 killed in the Bastar division. Gariaband, adjoining Odisha state, is among the Maoist-affected districts of Chhattisgarh.
Indias first AI data center park launched in Nava Raipur
In a defining moment for Indias digital infrastructure roadmap, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai laid the foundation
IMD forecasts thunderstorms, hailstorms over major parts of India this week
After stormy weather in the past 24-hours in North India, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for Northwest India, including the Delhi-NCR region, as well as East and Central India, for the next four days. The regions are expected to experience heavy rainfall, accompanied by lightning, hailstorms, and strong winds, occur throughout the week. Following it, the IMD has issued an agromet advisory to protect crops and orchards. They also urged residents of vulnerable regions, particularly in urban and hilly areas to take necessary precautions before the hazardous weather. In the past 24-hours, Delhi's Safdarjung station recorded 77 mm of rainfall, marking the second-highest amount of rainfall for May since 1901. The highest was 119.3 mm, recorded on May 20, 2021, at the Safdarjung Airport. This recent rainfall was associated with the remnants of the Tauktae cyclone that crossed the Gujarat coast. After significant downpours along with thunderstorms, minimum temperatures in Delhi-NCR dropped by as much as 8C, and it has been predicted that maximum temperatures in Delhi-NCR will be below normal by 1-3C in the coming days. The IMD reports that multiple weather systems are currently in place, leading to continued rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning in the region. A combination of a western disturbance and a series of cyclonic circulations over Rajasthan, Punjab, and Haryana has created hazardous weather conditions across large areas of North India. These weather systems are expected to remain active throughout the week. In some areas, there may be dust storms and isolated hailstorms, particularly in parts of Rajasthan. In addition to Northwest India, multiple weather systems are present over Central and Eastern India, resulting in widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning. The IMD's advisory notes the existence of a cyclonic system over Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, as well as a trough running from Punjab to North Kerala. Furthermore, another cyclonic circulation is located over northern Bangladesh at lower and middle tropospheric levels. All these systems are anticipated to bring rain across the country in the coming days, indicating active pre-monsoon showers and causing unseasonal rainfall. This unseasonal rain is expected to be beneficial for upcoming crops, as it will help replenish soil moisture during a typically dry period, said Mahesh Palawat of Skymet Weather, a private weather agency. In its agromet advisory, IMD advised to drain out excess water from standing crops in Odisha, Kerala and Karnataka whereas it advised use of hail nets and caps to prevent damage in vegetables and orchards in Sikkim, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, East Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Vidarbha. For livestock, it advised to keep animals inside shed during rainfall and hailstorm and feed and fodders at safe place. Additionally, residents should monitor the weather and be prepared to move to safer areas if conditions worsen.
Maoist gunned down in encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh
The gunfight took place on Friday (May 2, 2025) night in a forest under the Jugad police station limits where a team of security personnel was out on an anti-Maoist operation
Sharp judge-lawyer exchange of words in Chhattisgarh booze case
Cong did nothing for caste census when in power: Chhattisgarh Dy CM
Cong did nothing for caste census when in power: Chhattisgarh Dy CM Chhattisgarh: Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao on Friday slammed the Congress for trying to claim credit for the caste census, accusing the party of having done nothing to support it while in power. The statement comes amid a heated political debate [] The post Cong did nothing for caste census when in power: Chhattisgarh Dy CM appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
CGBSE 10th and 12th Results 2025 Expected Soon
The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) is expected to release the results for the 10th and 12th-grade examinations in May 2025. With exams conducted in March, students are eager to know their performance. This article provides essential details about the examination dates, result announcement, and instructions for checking results online. Stay informed about the latest updates regarding the CGBSE results and ensure you have all necessary information ready for a smooth result-checking experience.
Couple, toddler killed after speeding car crashes into bike in Chhattisgarh
The accident occurred on Thursday evening near Bishunpur village under Sitapur police station limits when the victims were on their way to a hospital, a police official said
Karregutta: Battle To Reclaim The Final Maoist Frontier In Chhattisgarh
The infamous 5,000-feet tall Black Hill of Karregutta- long considered an unbreachable fortress of Maoist insurgency - is on the brink of capture.
Chhattisgarh: University Professor Held For Forcing Students To Recite Namaz
Professor Dilip Jha of Guru Ghasidas Central University was taken into custody in connection with the incident, Bilaspur deputy superintendent of police Rashmeet Kaur Chawla said.
Security forces recapture Naxal-held hill after 9 days
A hill with an altitude of 5,000 feet, once a hub of the Maoists along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border, was reclaimed by the security forces after driving out the extremists following nine days of intense anti-Naxal operation, official sources said.
Chhattisgarh prof held over forcible namaz recital by students at NSS camp
Bilaspur: A professor of Guru Ghasidas Central University was arrested on Thursday, May 1, in connection with alleged forcible namaz recital by some students during a National Service Scheme (NSS) camp in Chhattisgarhs Bilaspur district, a police official said. Professor Dilip Jha was taken into custody in the morning in connection with an FIR registered 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 .
Security forces reclaimed hill from Naxals amid major crackdown
New Delhi: A hill with an altitude of 5,000 feet, once a hub of the Maoists along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border, was reclaimed by the security forces after driving out the extremists following nine days of intense anti-Naxal operation, official sources said. The rugged Karregutta hill located in a dense forest was a den of dreaded []
Security forces recapture Naxal-occupied hill; largest operation against ultras continues
Security forces have reclaimed the Karregutta hill along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border, a former Maoist stronghold, after a nine-day anti-Naxal operation. The operation, involving 24,000 personnel, targeted key Naxal leaders and their hideouts in the dense forest. The government aims to eliminate Naxals by March 2026, intensifying operations and offering rehabilitation for surrenders.
Security Forces Reclaim Maoist Hub on Chhattisgarh-Telangana Border After 9-Day Operation
Tricolour hoisted atop Karregutta hill, marking the success of India's largest anti-Naxal operation in Bastar.
Chhattisgarh rural life to move, connect, thrive with steady bus service scheme
RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh cabinet on Wednesday decided to initiate the Mukhyamantri Gramin Bus Suvidha Yojana to facilitate within easy reach of the local residents inhabiting remote, scheduled, rural and Maoist-affected regions. The decision was to bridge the gap that rural communities often experience in their daily lives as a silent struggle to access convenient regular rural transport services particularly in those areas having low population density. In the remote rural and scheduled areas of Chhattisgarh the public transport services are less and scattered. There remains a sparse public transport network to meet the local needs. A committee will be formed at the state and district level for the determination of new rural routes across the rural and tribal belts. The state government will provide special financial assistance in the first years to various categories of vehicles operated under the new scheme, said CM Sai. Under this scheme, permits and facilities will be provided to light / medium transport motor vehicles with the 18 to 42 seating capacity (excluding driver). The benefit of the permit will be given to the local residents of Chhattisgarh state, in which priority will be given to Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, women and Naxal-affected areas. The beneficiaries will be selected through a tender process. Under this scheme, the vehicle owner will be completely exempted from monthly tax for a maximum period of three years from the date of issuance of the first permit for operating vehicles on rural roads. The state government will provide special financial assistance of Rs 26 per kilometer in the first year, Rs 24 per kilometer in the second year and Rs 22 per kilometer in the third year to various categories of vehicles operated under the new scheme. The visually impaired, intellectually challenged, physically challenged, senior citizens of 80 years and above, persons suffering from AIDS will get complete exemption in fare along with one attendant, while those staying in Maoist-affected areas will have to pay half the fare once the routine rural bus service begins.
The video doing the rounds on the social media also showed a chopper landing along the Karregutta hill ranges even as the massive anti-Maoist operation near Chhattisgarh-Telangana border
Chhattisgarh Deputy CM Sees Daal Mein Kala In Maoists Peace Talk Offer
Deputy Chief Minister questioned the motive behind the sudden move by the peace talk committee
Telangana to see showers, lightning till May 4
HYDERABAD: IMD-Hyderabad has forecast light to moderate rains accompanied by thundershowers in the coming week, offering much-needed relief from the scorching summer heat. While the recent unseasonal showers brought comfort, they also had an adverse impact on the states agricultural sector, affecting the livelihoods of farmers. The department has issued a yellow alert until May 4 for thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds of 3040 kmph in several districts Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Suryapet, Mahbubabad, Warangal, Hanamkonda, Jangaon, Siddipet, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Rangareddy, and Hyderabad. Other districts under the alert include Medchal Malkajgiri, Vikarabad, Mahbubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Narayanpet, Jogulamba Gadwal, Adilabad, Kumurambheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Jagtial, Rajanna Sircilla, Karimnagar, and Peddapalli. On Wednesday, Adilabad recorded the highest temperature in the state at 43.2C, while Hyderabad touched 41.7C in Rajendranagar. For the next 48 hours, the city is expected to have a partly cloudy sky. Light to moderate rain, accompanied by gusty winds, is very likely. Maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to be around 39C and 26C, respectively. Heatwave ahead The IMD said some areas of Gujarat, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, adjoining Telangana and north Karnataka are also expected to see above-normal heatwave days in May
IMD: May to have more heatwave days
NEW DELHI: Most parts of the country are likely to experience seven days of heatwave in May against the normal four, and above-normal maximum and minimum temperatures. However, above-normal rainfall could help prevent the kind of extreme heat recorded last year, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Wednesday. IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said, The number of heatwave days this May is expected to be higher than normal by one to four days across large parts of the country, particularly in Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Gangetic West Bengal. Some areas of Gujarat, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, adjoining Telangana and north Karnataka are also expected to see above-normal heatwave days, he said. Normally, different parts of the country, except the southwest Peninsular India, experience one to three days of heatwave in May. Mohapatra said, Most parts of the country are likely to receive normal to above-normal rainfall, except for some areas in northwest, central and northeast India. Heatwaves carry significant risks, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly, children, and people with pre-existing health conditions, who are more prone to heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Heatstroke, exhaustion Heatwaves carry significant risks, particularly for vulnerable populations such as elderly, children, and people with pre-existing health conditions, who are more prone to heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
Odisha government to form panel to speed up Debrigarh tiger reserve plan
BHUBANESWAR: The state government has initiated process for formation of an expert committee to move forward with its plan of declaring Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary as a tiger reserve (TR). A senior forest officer informed that the wildlife wing has been asked to suggest names for formation of the tiger expert panel that will help the government in carrying out the assessment and proceed further in the matter. The panel is expected to be formed within a week, he said. This apart, the Forest department will hold gram sabhas in 52 villages located in the vicinity of the proposed tiger reserve, to take local communities into confidence before notifying the tiger reserve, the officer said. In 2018, the state government had proposed Debrigarh along with Dehchuan and Sarraiadamak-Budharaja reserve forests to be declared as a tiger reserve stating that the rich forest of the region made it a suitable habitat for big cat reintroduction. Considering its proposal, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), in its 17th technical committee meeting in December 2022, had accorded its in-principle approval for declaration of Debrigarh sanctuary as a tiger reserve. After ascertaining that Debrigarh had good forest and rich prey base, the apex tiger conservation body had approved the proposal for 804.51 sq km area of the sanctuary and its surrounding forests to be a declared as a tiger reserve. Forest officials said Debrigarh is well-connected with the proposed Sunabeda Tiger Reserve in Odisha and Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve in Chhattisgarh on its southwest. It also has links to Satkosia Tiger Reserve through forests of Angul, Athamalik, Rairakhol and Sambalpur on its south and southeast, they said. A young adult tiger had also migrated to the Debrigarh sanctuary towards the end of 2022 indicating that the habitat could become an important support to spill over the big cat population in Central India landscape. As per the department, around eight families from two villages in Debrigarh and 37 families from Jhagadebehera have already been relocated to create inviolate space for wildlife in the protected area. The state government had also received permission from the NTCA last year to bring big cats to Debrigarh sanctuary.
Kerala top in health & education, but poor in fiscal segment
KOCHI: Kerala secured the top position in social indicators, which include health and education, but stood at a poor 15th spot among 17 large states in the fiscal segment, in the ranking of states released by CareEdge Ratings, a leading credit rating agency, on Tuesday. Kerala ranked seventh in the composite ranking, which captures seven key pillars economic, fiscal, infrastructure, financial development, social, governance and environment covering 50 indicators. Maharashtra, Gujarat and Karnataka were top three in composite ranking, while Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Haryana were in the fourth, fifth and sixth spots, respectively. Andhra Pradesh (8), Odisha (9), Punjab (10), Chhattisgarh (11), Rajasthan (12), West Bengal (13), Uttar Pradesh (14), Madhya Pradesh (15) and Jharkhand (16) figured after Kerala. Bihar (17) was at the bottom of the table. Kerala excelled in the social rankings occupying the top spot. Within social indicators, while Kerala scored strongly across the health and education related indicators, it lagged on the employment front, said Rajani Sinha, chief economist, CareEdge Ratings. Social pillar comprises education (gross enrolment ratio in secondary education, literacy rate), health (infant mortality rate, life expectancy), labour (unemployment rate) and poverty (multidimensional poverty index), which are critical for attaining sustainable and inclusive growth. Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra were placed second and third in social segments. The bottom three states were UP (15), MP (16) and Bihar (17). The worrying segment for Kerala is the fiscal pillar, which includes budget deficit (fiscal deficit, budget deficit), debt repayments, guarantees (total outstanding liabilities as a percentage of GSDP, revenue deficit as a percentage of GSDP), debt repayments (total outstanding liabilities-% of GSDP), interest expenses, revenue generation capacity, debt management and others. Kerala fared poorly on the fiscal pillar, ranking 15th, among large states. This can be attributed to a weaker score for budget deficits, debt, and quality of spending. Going ahead, focus on improving the states fiscal health remains critical, said Ranjani. She said at the 9th position, Kerala fared better in the financial development segment compared to states like UP, MP, Odisha and Gujarat due to credit disbursements by banks and loans to self-help groups. Kerala stood 11th in the economy pillar, which takes into consideration GSDP growth, inflation and investments. Top three performers were Gujarat, Karnataka and Maharashtra. A segment where Kerala came in top five was infrastructure, comprising physical infrastructure such as per capita power availability, air passenger traffic, road density, railway, etc, and social infrastructure, including availability of doctors and pupil teacher ratio. Keralas ranking on seven pillars Economic 11 Fiscal 15 Financial Development 9 Infrastructure 5 Social 1 Governance 8 Environment 7 Composite ranking 7 Top composite rankers Maharashtra Gujarat Karnataka
CHANDIGARH/BHOPAL/JAIPUR/RAIPUR: The stalemate over visa cancellations post-Pahalgam attack ended on Tuesday, with 70 Pakistan national women possessing long-term visas and No Obligation to Return to India (NORI) certificates permitted to cross over into India at the Integrated Check Post (ICP) at the Attari border. Initially, the Centre revoked all visas issued to Pakistan nationals visiting India. As a result, spouses of Indian citizens with Pakistani passports faced an emotional situation; those currently visiting or residing in India had to return to Pakistan, leaving their children behind if the latter were Indian citizens. Indian nationals currently visiting Pakistan could return to India but not with their children if the latter held Pakistan passports. However, the Centre revised the visa guidelines allowing those on Long-Term Visas to stay in the country. So, on Tuesday, Pakistani immigration authorities allowed women holding Pakistani passports and married to Indian nationals and having NORI certificates and long-term visas to cross over to India, sources said. In total, 240 people from Pakistan, including more than 70 NORI visa holders, entered India, and 140 people from India returned to Pakistan via the Attari border. Saba Kiran, a Pakistani national married in India, bids goodbye to her daughter as she is being deported to her country through the Integrated Check Post (ICP) at the Attari-Wagah border, near Amritsar, Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Vignettes from Attari Family members waiting at the border post were relieved after the decision. Dr Vikram Udasi, from Jalgaon, Maharashtra, had been waiting at the Attari border since April 25 to receive his wife Priya, a Pakistani national, and child Ahan, who were in Pakistan visiting family. They were reunited after both crossed over. Finally, after the long wait, I have met my wife and child, and now we are returning to our home town. She has been on a Long-Term Visa for the past eight years, which is valid until 2026, he said. A Pakistan national, and his family members wait to cross over to their country Rishi Kumar from Kolhapur in Maharashtra, was equally happy. He was waiting for his wife and children at the Attari border for the last few days. His wife hails from Balochistan, a Pakistani national, while her two children are Indians. The three went to Pakistan to visit family. She was ultimately allowed to return to India along with her children. Edge of uncertainty In Madhya Pradesh, the fate of nine children with Pakistani passports and short-term visas hangs in balance. The state government has sought the Centres advice on nine children born to Pakistani fathers and Indian mothers, who are now with their mothers. The kids are between one year and 11 years of age. Four, aged between four and seven, are with their mother in their maternal home Indore, three others in Jabalpur and two in Bhopal. Komal, right, from Rajasthan gets emotional as her brother and sister-in-law leave for their home country Pakistan through Attari-Wagah border check-post following curbs imposed in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack, near Amritsar, Tuesday, April 29, 2025. In the Jabalpur case, the mother brought the children on short-term visas last month because of financial difficulties, as their father was unemployed in Pakistan. There were 14 Pakistani nationals in MP, including the nine children with their Indian mothers in Indore, Bhopal and Jabalpur. Also, a young man (from the Sindhi community) was on a short-term visa in Bhopal. He had applied for a long-term visa just a few hours before the Centre ordered the revoking of 14 categories of visas and asked those Pakistani nationals to leave India by April 27. Weve sought the central governments advice and guidance in all these cases of the 10 Pakistani nationals, including the nine kids, a senior state police officer told this newspaper on Tuesday. Pakistani woman gets emotional while leaving for Pakistan as her husband is barred. Three of the 14 Pakistani nationals who had to leave the country by April 27 have already left and crossed the international border into Pakistan. In the case of a six-year-old kid, a Pakistani national, who had come with the Indian mother to the maternal grandparents place in Indore, the matter of both going to Pakistan is reportedly being looked into by the Foreigners Registration Office in Delhi. The Centre revoked the 14 categories of visas on April 25 in the wake of the ghastly April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, and Pakistan nationals who were in India on such visas were asked to leave the country by April 27. In a communication to all state governments, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), however, added that the order would not apply to Long-Term Visa (LTV) holders besides diplomatic and official visa holders Pakistani nationals. Who stay, who dont In Rajasthan, security agencies have deported 129 of the 400 Pakistani nationals residing in the state. According to official sources, 109 individuals were sent back by April 27, and an additional 20 were deported on April 28. However, several others currently remain untraceable, and efforts are underway to locate them. In a parallel development, after the Centre said in an updated directive that Long-Term Visa holders are not required to leave the country, 362 Pakistan nationals in Rajasthan have had their LTVs approved and formally registered in the last three days. Officials clarified that applicants whose LTV cases are pending or under consideration are exempt from deportation. Radha, right, a Pakistani national who was living in Jammu & Kashmir, with her relative as she is being deported to her country through the Integrated Check Post (ICP) at the Attari-Wagah border, near Amritsar, Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Notably, Pakistani Muslim women married to Indian citizens and residing in India on LTVs are also not being asked to return to Pakistan under the revised rules. A significant number of Pakistani refugees, especially Hindus, have settled in the border districts of Rajasthan, including Jaisalmer, Barmer, and particularly Jodhpur. In many cases, families have been split due to cross-border marriageswhere one half of the family is in India while the other remains in Pakistan or faces pressure to return. In at least three to four reported instances, mothers hold passports from one country, while their children have obtained citizenship in another, typically due to birth circumstances. These families now face the emotional and logistical burden of separation until new regulations are introduced or the situation stabilises. Fate of a few In Chhattisgarh, the Raigarh police have arrested two Pakistani citizens who acquired Indian voter identity cards through fraudulent means and by providing fake information. The district police said Iftekhar Sheikh (29) and Armish Sheikh (25) are brother and sister. The duo stayed in the Kodatarai area of Raigarh district, about 230 km east of Raipur. Additional SP (Raigarh) told this newspaper, Their father, Yakub Sheikh, is Indian and stays in Raigarh. He married a Pakistani woman who died during the Covid-19 pandemic. The two children were born in Pakistan but were raised and schooled in India. appu Kumar, a Pakistani national who was living in Jammu & Kashmir, shows a copy of his identification card as he is being deported to his country through the Integrated Check Post (ICP) at the Attari-Wagah border, near Amritsar, Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Both are here on valid Long-Term Visas, and, at present, they cant be deported. But they furnished wrong information and procured Indian voter ID cards, following which a case has been registered against them. The police had launched a drive to ensure no Pakistan nationals were found staying illegally in the district, and both the Pakistan nationals were traced during the intensive verification campaign, said Jutemill police station in-charge Prashant Rao. The police have registered the case against both under sections 199, 200 (false statement made in declaration), 419 (cheating by impersonation), 467 (forgery of valuable security, will), 468 (forgery to cheat) and 34 (common intention) of the IPC. Fate of nine children in MP hangs on the edge In Madhya Pradesh, the fate of nine children with Pakistani passports and short-term visas hangs in balance. The state government has sought the Centres advice on nine children born to Pakistani fathers and Indian mothers, who are now with their mothers. The kids are between one year and 11 years of age. Four, aged between four and seven, are with their mother in their maternal home Indore. 362 Pak nationals in Raj get LTVs approved in 3 days After the Union government said in an updated directive that Long-Term Visa holders are not required to leave the country, 362 Pakistan nationals in Rajasthan have had their Long-Term Visas approved and formally registered in the last three days. Officials clarified that applicants whose LTV cases are pending or under consideration are exempt from deportation.
Candidates who clear UPSC mains exam to get 1 lakh in Chhattisgarh
This incentive will not only honour the hard work of candidates, but also awaken a spirit of enthusiasm and competition towards UPSC preparation among other youth, says Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai
SC pulls up Chhattisgarh over prolonged custody in Rs 2,000 cr liquor scam
Bench says probe can't be 'punishment', asks state how long accused will remain in jail
Global rice price heads up as Thailand, Pakistan stocks drop
Indian domestic prices under pressure as Chhattisgarh prepares to float tender to sell 3.5 million tonnes rice
24 Naxalites, Including 11 Women, Surrender During Anti-Maoist Operation In Chhattisgarhs Bijapur
According to an official, with this surrender, 203 Naxalites have so far laid down arms the district, while 90 have been killed and 213 arrested.
Motive/intention completely missing; cant be convicted for murder: SC
The Supreme Court overturned a woman's murder conviction for killing her daughters, citing a possible temporary mental disorder. The Anganwadi worker from Chhattisgarh claimed 'invisible powers' influenced her actions. The court converted the conviction to culpable homicide, noting the lack of motive and her history of unusual behavior, ordering her release after 10 years in jail.
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Chhattisgarh: 24 Naxalites, including 14 with total bounty of Rs 28.50 lakh, surrender in Bijapur
Twenty-four Naxalites, including 11 women and 14 carrying rewards totaling Rs 28.50 lakh, surrendered in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district on Monday, encouraged by the state government's development initiatives and disillusioned with Maoist ideology.
Telangana govt to decide on Operation Kagaar based on Congress stand: CM
Hyderabad: Chief minister A Revanth Reddy said that the state government will announce its official policy on the Centres Operation Kagaar to wipe out Maoists from Chhattisgarh only after the Congress party takes a decision. On Monday, April 28, the chief minister held discussions with Congress leader K Jana Reddy and K Keshava Rao, in 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 .
Bandhan Bank opens 16 new branches in 5 states
Bandhan Bank has expanded its reach by inaugurating 16 new branches across five states, including Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh. This strategic move aims to broaden the bank's presence nationwide, focusing on serving semi-urban and rural areas. With this expansion, the total number of branches now exceeds 1730, enhancing accessibility to innovative banking solutions for customers.
Two Pakistani nationals held for illegally obtaining Indian voter ID cards in Chhattisgarh
RAIPUR: The Chhattisgarh police in Raigarh arrested two Pakistani citizens who allegedly through fraudulent means acquired the Indian voters Identity cards providing wrong information. The Pakistani nationals, Iftekhar Sheikh (29) and Armish Sheikh (25 years) were staying at the Kodatarai area of Raigarh district, about 230 km east of Raipur, the district police said. The Raigarh police launched a drive to ensure no Pakistani nationals were found staying illegally in the district, and got the information about the two suspected foreigners residing in Kodatarai at the house of a local inhabitant, Yakub Sheikh, said Jutemill police station in-charge Prashant Rao in Raigarh. Both Pakistani nationals were traced during the intensive verification campaign, he added. The Jutemill police personnel raided the area based on the inputs received, and both the 'foreigners' claimed they had a Pakistan passport and a valid Long Term Visa (LTV) during the interrogation. Both of them are natives of Landhi town in eastern Karachi. They managed to obtain Indian voter ID cards deceitfully by furnishing false information on Form No. 06 of the Election Commission of India to get their names included in the electoral roll. The Raigarh police also informed that they had other documents, like the bank passbook. The police had registered the case against both under sections 199 (false statement made in declaration which is by law receivable as evidence), 200 (giving declaration as true while knowing it to be false), 419 (cheating by impersonation), 467 (forgery of valuable security, will), 468 (forgery with the aim to cheat) and 34 (common intention) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Further investigation is underway, the police said. After the recent decisions made by the Cabinet Committee on Security in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack , the Indian government has decided to suspend visa services to Pakistani nationals with immediate effect. All existing valid visas issued by India to Pakistani nationals stand revoked with effect from 27 April 2025.
KCR Urges Centre To Halt Operation Kagar Against Maoists
Alleging that tribals and youth are being killed in the anti-Maoist operations in Chhattisgarh, BRS president K Chandrasekhar Rao urged the Centre to halt the 'operation Kagar'.
K Chandrasekhar Rao demands halt to anti-Maoist operations
WARANGAL: In a sharp rebuke to the Union governments anti-Maoist operations, BRS supremo K Chandrasekhar Rao on Sunday called for an immediate end to Operation Kagar and demanded that the Centre return to the path of dialogue. Addressing a public meeting at Elkathurthy to mark the silver jubilee of the pink party, KCR alleged that central forces were killing tribals and youth in the name of Operation Kagar in Chhattisgarh. Killings cannot be construed as democracy, he remarked. The former chief minister said the Maoists had already expressed willingness for dialogue and demanded that the government hold talks with the left-wing extremists. A resolution to this effect was adopted during the meeting. Additionally, the party has decided to write a formal letter to the Union government on this matter. Meanwhile, KCR pointed out that Operation Kagar is taking place in a village in Chhattisgarh along Telangana border. A large number of pink party supporters gather in Elkathurthy village in Hanamkonda district for a public meeting addressed by BRS president K Chandrasekhar Rao on Sunday Congress No 1 villain of Telangana: KCR Recalling the formation of the BRS 25 years ago for the cause of statehood, KCR spoke about the partys decade-long rule in the state and contrasted it with what he termed the misrule of the present Congress government. The Congress is the number one villain of Telangana, he charged. He also highlighted the previous BRS governments achievements, including the completion of several pending irrigation projects and the construction of the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme within three years. He also noted that the Centre had conferred several awards on the BRS government. Taking a swipe at the ruling Congress, the former chief minister alleged that it had failed on all fronts and criticised the registration of cases against BRS supporters over social media posts. Appealing to police officials, he said, Note down in your diaries. The BRS will regain power. No one can stop it. However, he clarified that the BRS would not attempt to topple the present Congress government. Let the government complete its full term. If they do anything wrong, people will teach them a lesson, he said. Responding to the Congress demand that he attend Assembly sessions, KCR quipped that the government was unable to handle questions even from children in the House. Referring to BRS working president KT Rama Raos question about 20% commission in the Assembly, he said, When Rama Rao raised the issue in the Assembly, finance minister exhibited a guilty conscience (...bhujalu tadumukunnaadu...). If he had not taken a commission, why did he react like that? BRS working president KT Rama Rao and other senior leaders were also present at the meeting.
Police Ramp Up River Surveillance as Maoists Flee Karreguttalu Raid
Officials note that the summer season, which strips the forest canopy and dries up water bodies, is making traditional hideouts more visible and hampering Maoist movements. Key insurgent figures believed to be operating in Chhattisgarh include Telangana committee member Mailarapu Adellu alias Bhaskar and senior leader Bandi Prakash.
Eight Booked For Allegedly Forcing Students To Offer Namaz At NSS Camp In Chhattisgarh
Out of the eight people booked, seven were faculty members. The NSS camp held between March 26 and April 1 in Shivtarai village under Kota police station limits
Eight booked for allegedly forcing students to offer namaz at NCC camp in Chhattisgarh
Seven teachers and a student leader of Guru Ghasidas University face action after probe
Students Forced To Offer Namaz At NCC Camp In Chhattisgarh, 8 Charged: Cops
Eight persons, including seven teachers, were booked on Saturday for allegedly forcing some students of Guru Ghasidas Central University to offer namaz during an NCC camp in Chhattigarh's Bilaspur district, a police official said.
Hiranwar Gang: Key Accused Arrested in Chhattisgarh After Nagpur Murder
Nagpur: The notorious Hiranwar gang, responsible for the brutal murder of caf operator Avinash Bhusari on April 14, has seen one of its main accused, Rohit Murke, arrested in Durg, Chhattisgarh. Murke, who had been on the run since the murder, was apprehended by the Crime Branch following a tip-off. The gangs mastermind, Bunty Hiranwar, [] The post Hiranwar Gang: Key Accused Arrested in Chhattisgarh After Nagpur Murder appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
28 Maoists Killed in Encounter at Karreguttalu Along Telangana-Chhattisgarh Border
Among the deceased, four women Maoists have been identified. All the killed rebels are believed to be members of a guerrilla unit led by top Maoist commander Hidma, a most-wanted figure in multiple states.
Chhattisgarhs Nava Raipur becomes first debt-free modern planned city
RAIPUR: A modern hi-tech new capital region 'Nava Raipur' of Chhattisgarh, is said to have become the first fully debt-free city in the country. An independent nodal agency, Naya Raipur Development Authority (NRDA), created in 2006, with a mandate to build a smart city, 'Nava Raipur has repaid the entire outstanding debt of Rs 1,788 crore borrowed from the Centre and the nationalised banks. Nava Raipur, about 20 km from the old Raipur city, has been uniquely designed from scratch, and developments are being carried out ina phased manner, as the state government is vying to bring the PM Narendra Modis vision of Developed India @2047 to completion. The officials attribute the attained milestone to the financial prudence, policy-driven governance and transparent administration of the state government. The state government is striving to transform Nava Raipur into a modern, employment-oriented city with world-class amenities, with upcoming significant private investments. The significant accomplishment is expected to accelerate the pace of infrastructure development and the execution of new projects in the modern, swanky and meticulously planned capital of Chhattisgarh, said Vishnu Deo Sai, chief minister. The NRDA had availed substantial loans for its development, primarily for land acquisition, construction of roads, government buildings, and other institutions. However, the burden of debt and the consequent interest payments had strained the Authoritys cash flow. Through financial discipline, transparency, and strategic planning, we have ensured not only debt relief for the Authority but also charted its course towards self-sufficiency and new heights of development, the CM added. The state government is striving to transform Nava Raipur into a modern, employment-oriented city with world-class amenities, with upcoming significant private investments. The state government, through the third supplementary budget of 202425, allocated Rs 1,043 crore to the Nava Raipur Atal Nagar Development Authority (earlier known as NRDA) along with additional funding for industrial areas, thus strengthening revenue channels. With the debt cleared, all properties of the Authority are now unencumbered, facilitating easier transactions and commercial utilisation. It will enable faster implementation of infrastructure projects, public services, and new initiatives like a hub for medical tourism, textile and emerging as a major centre for the modern IT sector. Nava Raipur is poised to become the new growth engine of Chhattisgarhs economy. The region already has the third-largest international cricket stadium in India.
Jawan injured in IED blast during anti-Naxal op along Chhattisgarh-Telangana border
Over 10,000 security personnel engaged in major offensive in Bastar region
Telangana under severe heatwave; Adilabad hits 45.5 degrees Celsius
HYDERABAD: Heatwave conditions continued to prevail across Telangana on Friday, with hot days and warm nights recorded in several districts. Parts of Nizamabad experienced heatwave conditions, while Adilabad saw warm night conditions. According to TGDPS, Adilabad recorded the highest maximum temperature at 45.5 degrees Celsius, followed by Nirmal at 45.4oC, Nizamabad and Jagtial both at 45.3 degrees Celsius. In Hyderabad, the maximum temperature touched 41.9 degrees Celsius in several areas. The IMD reported that a trough extending from central Chhattisgarh to the Gulf of Mannarvia northern Marathwada, interior Karnataka, and Tamil Naduremains positioned at 0.9 km above mean sea level. This system is expected to bring light to moderate rain or thundershowers across the state over the next six days. A yellow warning has been issued for warm night conditions on April 26 in isolated pockets of Adilabad, Kumurambheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Jagtial, Rajanna Sircilla and Karimnagar districts. Additionally, a yellow alert for thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds (3040 kmph) has been issued for the next three days across several districts, including Adilabad, Mancherial, Warangal, Hyderabad, Rangareddy, Sangareddy, Khammam and others. For the next 48 hours, Hyderabad will experience partly cloudy skies with hazy conditions likely during morning hours. Light to moderate rain or thundershowers are expected towards evening or night. The maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 39C and 27C, respectively. Surface winds will likely be southerly to south-easterly at speeds of 610 kmph. Markets wear a deserted look in Adilabad Residents are growing increasingly concerned about the impact of the heatwave and potential sunstroke. As a result, markets and public spaces in Adilabad have been deserted between 11 am and 6 pm. For the past two days, temperatures in several areas have consistently exceeded 45oC, prompting authorities to urge caution and advise people to stay hydrated and avoid going out during peak hours.
Karnataka HC stays Bescoms Rs 8,800 smart meter demand; says it's optional under KERC rules
BENGALURU: The Karnataka High Court on Friday issued an interim order of stay on the communication issued by a Bescom official, asking an applicant, who had applied for the conversion of a single-phase meter connection to a three-phase meter for her residential premises, to install a smart meter by spending Rs 8,800. Jayalakshmi, a resident of TB Narayanappa Layout in Doddaballapur, had filed an interlocutory application, seeking quashing of the communication dated April 2, 2025 issued by the Respondent No. 3 (Assistant Executive Engineer of Bescom, O&M sub-division, BESCOM, Doddaballapura Urban sub-division). She also prayed to declare that availing permanent smart meter connection is not mandatory as per the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (Pre-paid Smart Metering) Regulations, 2024. She contended that KERC says the smart meter is optional, but BESCOM has made it mandatory. The meter charges, which used to be Rs 2,000, have gone up to Rs 4,998 to Rs 28,080 depending on the type of meter, while it is Rs 900 in Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat and Assam. After hearing, Justice M Nagaprasanna observed that KERC itself indicates that the installation of smart prepaid meters would be optional, except in temporary installations. The petitioner is not seeking temporary installation. The cost of Rs 8,510 is a huge burden on the consumer, the court observed. Ordering an interim stay on the impugned communication, the court issued notices to the respondents. It orally observed that the advocates say the cost is Rs 900 in Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, UP and Chhattisgarh. Where should poor people in the state go? Is this the result of giving freebies, it asked.
Anti-Maoist operation enters day 5, Ultras seek peace talks with govt
A large-scale operation targeted Maoists near the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border. Around 10,000 security personnel were involved. A letter surfaced, purportedly from Maoists, proposing talks. Security forces launched the operation in the Karregutta and Durgamgutta hills. Three women Maoists were killed during the operation. Authorities recovered weapons and explosives.
Maoists call for talks as search in Chh'garh enters Day 5
A massive anti-Naxal operation involving around 10,000 security personnel along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border entered its fifth day on Friday, with the Maoists reportedly issuing a statement calling for a halt to the exercise and initiating peace talks. The statement, circulating on social media, claims that the government is resorting to repression and violence despite the possibility of resolving the issue through dialogue. The operation, considered one of the largest counter-insurgency actions in the Bastar region, involves personnel from various units including the Chhattisgarh police, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and its elite CoBRA unit. The operation, launched on Monday in the densely forested hills of Karregutta and Durgamgutta along the inter-state border, is aimed at targeting PLGA battalion No. 1, the strongest military formation of the Maoists.
Maoist leader calls for ceasefire and offers talks with government
10,000 personnel deployed in the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border region to tackle Maoist hideouts
Massive anti-Naxal operation along Chhattisgarh-Telangana border enters fifth day
Some 500 cadres of the banned CPI (Maoist) including top leaders are holed up in the area
Naxals Demand Peace Talks As Forces Launch Massive Anti-Maoist Operation In Chhattisgarh
This is the biggest operation launched by any of the security agencies in or around Chhattisgarh this year, an official said.
51 persons including 37 children suffer food poisoning in Chhattisgarh's Korba
KORBA: At least 51 people including 37 children fell sick due to food poisoning following a wedding meal in Chhattisgarh's Korba district, police said on Friday. All of them were admitted to the Medical College Hospital in Korba and their condition was stable, said an official. A wedding was held at Pahripara village under Urga police station limits on Thursday night, he said. After a wedding meal, some of the guests complained of vomiting and loose motions. Those hospitalised included 14 girls, 23 boys, 11 women and three men, said hospital superintendent Dr Gopal Kanwar, adding that the condition of all of them was normal. The exact cause of food poisoning was yet to be ascertained and investigation was underway, the police official said.
Pahalgam: 'Nazakat bhai' saves BJP leader's family
Risking his own life, a Kashmiri tourist guide saved the lives of children from a group of tourists from Chhattisgarh when terrorists struck in Pahalgam on Tuesday.
CGPSC Boiler Inspector Admit Card 2025 OUT Download Link psc.cg.gov.in
Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission has officially released the CGPSC Boiler Inspector Admit Card 2025. Candidates who have applied for the Boiler Inspector Exam can now download their admit card from the official website psc.cg.gov.in.
The CRPF DG missed a high-level security meeting post the Pahalgam attack, opting instead asked to stay back in Chhattisgarh to oversee the operation personally.
Humanity trumps terror: Kashmiri guide saves lives of children of Chhattisgarh tourists
During a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmiri tourist guide Nazakat Ahmad Shah risked his life to save a group of tourists from Chhattisgarh. Shah, guiding 11 people, including children, shielded them from gunfire and helped them escape. Despite his cousin's death in the attack, Shah prioritized the safety of his guests, whom he knew from selling shawls in their town.
14 CPI (Maoist) members surrender in Telangana; security heightened after encounter in Karregutta
HANAMKONDA: Fourteen members of the banned CPI (Maoist) surrendered before the Multi Zone-1 IGP S Chandrashekhar Reddy in Warangal Police Commissionerate Headquarters on Thursday. The IGP told the media that two area committee members, seven party members, one militia commander and four militia members had surrendered. The two ACMs each carry a bounty of Rs 4 lakh on their heads. Security intensified after encounter in Karregutta Khammam: Security has been beefed up along the Telangana-Chhattisgarh border following a fierce encounter between Maoists and security forces in the Karregutta forests in which as many as six Maoists were reportedly killed. Given the proximity of the encounter site to Telangana, additional forces including Greyhounds, Special Party units and the CRPF have been deployed to prevent Maoist infiltration.
High Alert Sounded On AP-Odisha Border To Prevent Entry Of Maoists
Sources said youngsters among Maoists are fleeing from Chhattisgarh to AP or Telangana due to high repression by security forces.
Chhattisgarhfamilies thank Kashmiritourist guide
Thirty-year-oldNazakatAhmadShah was hosting a group of 11, four couples and three children,in the last leg of their Kashmir trip. When the attack took place, he carried two children tosafety 14 km away, andalso helped the adults.
Six Maoists, Including Women, Killed In An Alleged Encounter At Karregutta
At least six Maoists, including women, were killed and two security personnel were injured in an alleged exchange of fire between central forces and the banned Maoist group at Karregutta, on the border of Telangana and Chhattisgarh.
So far, bodies of three women Naxalites, clad in uniform, along with weapons have been recovered from the encounter site.
Pahalgam terror attack: Naveen Patnaik mourns death of man who hailed from Odisha
Bhubaneswar: BJD president Naveen Patnaik Thursday condoled the death of Dinesh Agarwal, a resident of Chhattisgarh but originally hailed from Odishas Bolangir, who was killed in the Pahalgam terror attack. It is painful to hear the news regarding the death of another Odia man from Bolangir district, Dinesh Agarwal, in the terror attack in Pahalgam. []
Six Naxalites carrying Rs 17 lakh bounty surrender in parts of Chhattisgarh
Six Naxalites, including a couple, surrendered to security forces in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur and Kabirdham districts, motivated by disillusionment with Maoist ideology and internal conflicts. The surrendering Naxalites carried a cumulative bounty of Rs 17 lakh. Impressed by the state government's development initiatives, they will receive rehabilitation assistance as per policy.
14 Maoists surrender in Telanganas Warangal district
Hyderabad: Fourteen Maoists surrendered to the police in Telanganas Warangal district Thursday. Members of the banned CPI-Maoist, including two area committee members, surrendered before Inspector General Chandrasekhar Reddy. The development came amid an ongoing intensive anti-Maoist operation by the security forces on the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border. There are reports of six Maoists being killed in the []
Chhattisgarh: Raipur Man Slain In Pahalgam Terrorist Attack Cremated Amid Anti-Pak Sentiments
Chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai, deputy CM, give shoulder to bier
Three Maoists killed in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur
While three bodies have been recovered, the police suspect there could be more Maoists killed even as the exchange of fire was reportedly on in a forest in Karegutta hills in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur district along the inter-State border
CRPF launches biggest operation of 2025; three Naxals killed
A joint operation by the CRPF and Chhattisgarh police along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border has resulted in the killing of three female Naxalites. Launched on Monday, the extensive offensive involves nearly 5,000 troops and advanced technology to neutralize Maoist leader Hidma.
Crackdown on Maoists on Chhattisgarh-Telangana border, 3 killed
Raipur: In a significant crackdown against Maoist insurgents, security forces in Chhattisgarh have launched a major operation in the Karregatta hills of Bijapur district. The operation has already resulted in the deaths of three Maoists, with their bodies recovered by the police. The officials have reported the presence of a large number of Maoists in 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 .
3 Maoists Killed in Telangana- Chhattisgarh Border
Security Forces Continue Major Operation in Karreguttala
Three naxalites killed in massive anti-Maoist operation on Chhattisgarh-Telangana border
RAIPUR: Three Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border on Thursday, police said. The gunfight took place at a forest in Karegutta hills in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district along the inter-state border in the morning when a joint team of security forces was out on an anti-Naxal operation, a senior police official said. So far, bodies of three Naxalites have been recovered from the encounter site, and several other Maoists are also suspected to have been killed in the fierce gun battle, he said. The operation, one of biggest counter-insurgency actions launched in Bastar region, involved around 10,000 security personnel belonging to different units, including the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Bastar Fighters, Special Task Force (STF), all units of the state police, as well as the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and its elite Commando Battalions for Resolute Action (CoBRA), he said. The Telangana police were also assisting in the operation, the official said. The operation was launched on Monday based on inputs about the presence of senior cadres of battalion no.1, the strongest military formation of Maoists, and Telangana state committee of Maoists, and it will last for several days, he said. The area surrounded by the dense forests and series of hills is considered to be the base of Maoists' battalion no.1, he added.
The Nathaniel family in Indore mourns Sushil, an LIC branch manager killed in a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. His daughter was injured. According to family, terrorists asked Sushil to recite Kalma, but he declared himself a Christian before being shot. Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai attended Dinesh Miraniya's funeral, another victim of the same attack in Pahalgam.
Roommates kill man for not feeding them fish curry in Telangana
HYDERABAD: A 24-year-old man was stabbed to death by two of his colleagues-cum-roommates in an alleged dispute over a fish curry in Nagole. The deceased has been identified as Deviram (24), a native of Chhattisgarh. His colleagues, Mukesh Kumar and Yogesh Kumar, stabbed him on April 20, and he died on April 21 while undergoing treatment. Police said the victim worked at a water plant in Quthbullapur with Mukesh and Yogesh for the last four years. On April 20, when Deviram reached home, he had fish curry and fed the leftovers to a dog. The complaint read that Mukesh and Yogesh returned home in an inebriated state and got furious that Deviram had fed the curry, which was supposed to be their meal, to a dog. Why did you feed the dog instead of saving the curry for us? they asked Deviram, who allegedly responded rudely. Irate over Devirams insolence, the duo grabbed knives from the kitchen and stabbed him in the stomach. Subsequently, he escaped the accused and ran out of the house, after which he was taken to Gandhi Hospital, where he succumbed while undergoing treatment. The Nagole police arrested the accused and sent them to judicial custody.
Pahalgam attack: Kashmir's tourism industry fears setback, vows to recover
NEW DELHI: The terrorist attack on tourists in picturesque Pahalgam in Kashmir on Tuesday has severely impacted the morale and enthusiasm of the tourism industry, especially among tour operators in the Valley. But, they vowed to continue supporting tourism in the union territory, despite the killing of 26 vacationers in the popular hill destination, leading to the cancellation a large number of hotel and flight bookings. The chairperson of the Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC), Jyoti Mayal, said that the incident is a severe blow to the combined efforts made by both government and private stakeholders to revive Kashmirs tourism sector, which had been witnessing significant growth post-COVID. Mayal said she had personally handled at least 60 cancellations for different dates up to July since the news broke. I spoke to a couple of hotels in Pahalgam, they are saying that theyve got most bookings cancelled; more than 60 percent have already been cancelled COVID was the time when tourism in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) started reviving after all the years of terrible times. They had no tourism, no growth. Then tourists started coming in. This incident is going to be a huge setback for the entire industry, said Mayal, former president of the Travel Agents Association Of India (TAAI). On Wednesday, Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said that he had spoken with authorities and stakeholders to allow full refunds to tourists who wish to cancel their trips to the Valley in the wake of the incident. In light of yesterdays tragic incident in Kashmir, many tourists are understandably anxious and reconsidering their travel plans. Ive spoken to the concerned authorities and urged airlines, hotels, and tour operators to allow full refunds without hassle, he said. Following the unprecedented violence targeting tourists, tour operators and hotel owners in Kashmir are deeply concerned about the future of the tourism industry. They said the attack on tourists could devastate the sector in Kashmir. Kashmiri trader saves four families from Chhattisgarh during Pahalgam terror attack Suhail Ahmad, who owns at least three hotels in Srinagar and Pahalgam, said that killing innocent tourists would have a long-lasting impact on the union territorys economy. The incident is unfortunate and condemnable. This should be a proper investigation in the matter. It has never happened here. It will ruin the tourism industry in Kashmir. The UT is 90 percent dependent on tourists, he said. Pahalgam is one of the most popular destinations in Kashmir, attracting lakhs of travelers due to its scenic locales. The town is also significant as one of the two routes to the Amarnath cave, a major pilgrimage site. In 2018, Kashmir received 8.3 lakh tourists, including 56,000 foreign nationals. The footfall dropped drastically in 2020 to just 41,000. According to the J&K Tourism Department, only 3,900 foreign tourists arrived that year. Last year, total tourist footfall in Kashmir was 29.5 lakh, with about 66,000 foreign visitors. The Central Government has invested considerable effort in recent years to promote tourism in J&K. It also organised a G20 tourism working group meeting in Srinagar in 2023 to attract international tourists. President of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO), Rajiv Mehra, said that members of the association have been promoting and selling J&K tour packages and will continue to do so. Such terrorism activities can not affect our morality to support the tourism industry of J&K Drastic attacks on innocent tourists will have a very negative impact on both domestic tourism to a very large extent and international tourism in J&K although international tourist arrivals are less due to advisories issued by various countries In the short run there would be cancellations but with support of all the stakeholders we are sure tourism would bounce back, said Mehra. Chairman of the Public Relations Council of TAAI, Rajan Sehgal, said the incident would certainly impact the upcoming season. He also called for adequate security arrangements to restore tourist confidence. Tulip season was very good as around eight lakh people visited the place. The flights are still going full. We have bookings for Pahalgam and other parts of Kashmir and they have not been cancelled yet And we are getting a big support from the Travel Association from Kashmir that even the drivers are calling us saying, We are waiting eagerly for the customer, and we will take care of them, he said. Sehgal further added that the focus should be on promoting tourism in J&K during the coming season with appropriate security measures. There should be more security during the tourist season there should be some security camps. So, when people go there, they will be confident. This is our humble suggestion and request, he said. Mehra, who is also the general secretary of the Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH), said, There shall be some cancellations but with support from all stakeholders tourism would surely bounce back. We appeal to the Government of India, local authorities and all stakeholders to ensure swift action, restore confidence and strengthen the sense of safety and security in the region. Meanwhile, airlines and online travel companies are offering refunds and assistance for rescheduling travel in light of recent developments. The founder-chairman of easymytrip.com, Nishant Pitti, said they have extended free change and cancellation waivers for all bookings made on or before April 22, applicable for travel until April 30. Additionally, we are coordinating closely with airlines and local authorities and will share regular updates. Your safety and convenience remain our top priorities, he posted on X. Air India and IndiGo also operated two additional flights from Srinagar to Delhi and Mumbai on Wednesday to ferry passengers wishing to leave the union territory. Customers who wish to cancel their bookings will be provided with a full refund at no additional charge for all flights departing between April 23 and 29, 2025, to/from Srinagar. Moreover, customers can make their first schedule change at no additional charge, including waiver of penalty or fare difference, for travel within seven days from their original date, said a representative of Air Akasa. We are closely monitoring the situation and doing everything possible to assist our customers in every way we can. In view of the emergent situation, we have taken steps to keep the fares moderated. Our priority remains safety of our customers and offering efficient services, read a press statement issued by IndiGo. Heaven on earth turned to hell: Families in grief, horror after Pahalgam terror attack
Akhilesh accuses BJP of politicising Pahalgam attack
The SP president is believed to be hinting at a reported poster by BJP Chhattisgarh unit reading Dharm poocha, jati nahi.....yaad rakhenge (they asked about religion not caste, will remember)
Man stabbed to death over fish curry dispute in Nagole, 2 held
Hyderabad: A 24-year-old man, Deviram, was allegedly stabbed to death by his two friends in Nagole following a dispute over eating fish curry. The accused have been identified as Mukesh and Yogesh from Chhattisgarh, who were working at a mineral water treatment plant and living together in a rented house in Nagole. According to reports, 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 .
RAIPUR: AIIMS Raipur did its first Swap Kidney Transplant also known as Kidney Paired Transplant (KPD) to become the first amongst all newer AIIMS and first government institute in Chhattisgarh to perform such critical transplant. The achievement reflects the institutions aim on innovative solutions for patients struggling with advanced Kidney disease, under the guidance of the ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It is estimated that Swap Kidney Transplant led to a fifteen percent increase in the number of transplants. National Organisation and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) has recommended to all the states and union territories for its implementation of Swap donor transplantation and it has also decided to have a uniform one nation one swap transplant programme. In Swap transplant, a patient with renal failure who has a living kidney donor, but is unable to donate a kidney due incompatible Blood Group or HLA antibodies, receives a kidney transplant by swapping with another incompatible pair. This results in both the pair receiving successful kidney transplants. In Chhattisgarh, two End-Stage Renal Disease patients, aged 39 years and 41 years from Bilaspur, were on dialysis for three years. They were advised to undergo Kidney Transplant. Their wife came forward as Kidney Donor. However, the blood group of the wife did not match with their husband. While the first pair of husband and wife had blood group B+ and O+ blood group, the second pair had blood group O+ and B+. To overcome this challenge, the team at AIIMS Raipur arranged a swap transplant, wherein each donor donated her kidney to the other recipient, ensuring blood group compatibility and enabling successful transplantation.
Chhattisgarh signs MoU with CMAI; aims to become new textile hub
RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh government on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), marking a major step towards transforming the state into a hub for textile and apparel manufacturing. During the CMAI FAB Show organised at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai interacted with investors and industrialists associated with the textile sector and invited them to invest in the state. He presented the states ambitious vision for the textile sector. Chhattisgarh is now not just focused on ease of doing business, but speed of doing business. The MoU to set up the CMAI Textile and Apparel facilitation centre in Raipur would prove to be a milestone in boosting the textile sector in the state and open doors of opportunity for investment. Besides giving a boost to economic development, it will generate substantial employment scope, said CM. He further added that the textile industry is directly linked to rural self-employment, technology and skill development. The state cabinet has recently approved to establish the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) campus in Nava Raipur, a move that underlines the government's focus on skill development and design innovation in textiles. Highlighting the rich heritage of Chhattisgarhs traditional textiles, CM Sai said, The natural kosa cocoon found in Bastar and Surguja carries enough potential for textile development. With institutions like NIFT and support from CMAI, the branding and promotion of our handloom products will now get a much-needed push. The states new industrial policy has received encouraging investment proposals from sectors ranging from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to high-tech industries like semiconductors. Over 350 reforms have already been implemented to make the investment process seamless. There are additional incentives rolled out in the policy for enterprises setting up units in tribal regions like Bastar and Surguja. With surplus water and power, centrally located and now cargo facilities at Raipur Airport, the logistics advantages for the textile industry are unparalleled, said the CM as he called upon all textile industry leaders to take advantage of the investor-friendly environment in Chhattisgarh.
Police intensify combing operations on Karregutta hillocks along Telangana-Chhattisgarh border
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai Meets Revered Daaji at Heartfulness Yoga Ashram in Amleshwar
The Chief Minister was warmly received at the ashram and further engaged in a meaningful conversation with Pujya Daaji at the Master Cottage.
Row Over Eating Fish Curry Claims Chhattisgarhs Man Life In Nagole, 2 Held
The police arrested the two accused and remanded them to judicial custody
BJP Chhattisgarh post on Pahalgam terror attack draws ire from netizens
Chhattisgarh BJP X account posted an AI-generated image in Ghibli style depicting a young woman sitting beside the body of a young man, for what seems to be her husband, accompanied by a caption, They asked for religion, not caste. , #Pahalgam#PahalgamTerroristAttack pic.twitter.com/yekBB0woL8 BJP Chhattisgarh (@BJP4CGState) April 23, 2025 The image has drawn 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 .
Kashmiri trader saves Chhattisgarh four families during Pahalgam terror attack
RAIPUR: A Kashmiri woollen clothes trader, Nazakat Ali, who visits Chhattisgarhs Chirmiri town every winter, heroically guided four families from the state to safety after they were caught in a sudden terror attack at the tourist site of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday. The families, who were on a summer vacation, included three children among the 11 members. Shivansh Jain, Arvind Agrawal, Happy Wadhawan and Kuldeep Sthapak had left Chirmiri on 18 April and reached Pahalgam on 21 April. They were visiting a tourist spot in the valley when gunmen opened indiscriminate fire on a gathering of tourists. Owing to some apparent landslide, there was a traffic jam on the road. Tourists had gathered on both sides of the road. All of a sudden the firing started. Before anyone could realise whats happening, as the gunshots echoed across Baisaran field, the panicked tourists began running for life and screaming for help, said Jain, who was an eyewitness to the attack. He said all four families were safely guided away from the site by Nazakat Ali, who is well known to the Chirmiri residents. After reaching Pahalgam, we contacted Nazakat Ali, a local who is familiar with us. We all moved out, accompanying him to visit the tourist spots in and around Pahalgam. When the random firing created a shocking, chaotic situation, Ali acted with prompt sagacity and took us all to safety from the horrifying scene, said Happy Wadhawan. Though the families escaped unharmed, anxiety remains among relatives back in Chhattisgarh who are worried for their loved ones still in Kashmir. In a tragic turn of events, Dinesh Miraniya, a businessman from Raipurs Samta Colony, succumbed to critical bullet injuries sustained during the firing. He was in Kashmir celebrating his 20th wedding anniversary with his wife Neha and their two children. The anniversary was due on 24 April. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai expressed his deep sorrow over Miraniyas demise and offered condolences to the bereaved family. Both Governor Ramen Deka and CM Sai strongly condemned the terror attack.
A Chhattisgarh resident died in the Pahalgam terror attack. Postmortem is complete, and the body will return via Delhi. Raipur Collector Gaurav Singh is coordinating with J-K administration and the victim's family. Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai confirmed the death of Dinesh Miraniya. Coffins arrived at Srinagar airport. Security forces launched search operations after the attack.
Cops, CRPF jawans comb Telangana's Karregutta for Maoists
MULUGU: The members of banned CPI (Maoist) were reportedly sheltered in Karregutta (hillock), spanning across Chhattisgarh and Mulugu forest district of Telangana on Tuesday. With this, the police and Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF) personnel from both the states are on high alert. According to sources, intelligence information indicated that top Maoist leader Hidma and his teams sheltered in the Karregutta forest area. Following this, the Chhattisgarh police forces, along with the CRPF, launched the combing operation Bachao Karregutta. Mulugu Superintendent of Police (SP) Dr P Shabarish stated that Telangana police are not currently carrying out any combing operation in the Karregutta area. The Chhattisgarh police and CRPF teams entered border villages of both the states. Panic prevailed in the border area of the Mulugu district as police forces were on high alert. Earlier, Maoists released a letter asking the border villagers of Telangana and Chhattisgarh not to enter the Karregutta forest area, as explosives had been planted.
Temperature crosses 44 degrees Celsius in four districts in Telangana
HYDERABAD: The state remained sweltering on Tuesday, with temperatures remaining above 40C. A yellow warning has been issued for a heatwave for Adilabad, KomaramBheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, and Jagtiyal districts for the next three days. All the 33 districts recorded a maximum temperature above 40C, with Nirmal recording the highest of 44.5C, followed by Adilabad and Nizamabad at 44.4C and Mancherial at 44.3C. The city also recorded maximum temperatures above 40C in all the 30 circles, with 12 circles recording 41.6C. For the next 48 hours, the city will experience partly cloudy skies and hazy conditions are likely to prevail during the morning hours. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 40C and 26C respectively. Surface winds are likely to be southerlies/south-easterlies with wind speeds of around 4-8 km/h. According to India Meteorological Department (IMD), the north-south trough from north Chhattisgarh to the Gulf of Mannar runs from cyclonic circulation over northwest Bihar and neighbourhood to the Gulf of Mannar across Chhattisgarh, East Vidarbha, Telangana, Interior Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu at 0.9 km above mean sea level. Markets deserted in adilabad till 6 pm Adilabad: Temperatures in erstwhile Adilabad district are gradually rising. Dasturabad mandal recorded the highest temperature on Tuesday at 44.4C. It was followed by Nirmal rural mandal, which recorded 44.3C. Khanapur and Bhainsa towns recorded 44.3C and 44.2C, respectively. The residents are concerned about the impending heat waves. Sources said the markets look deserted from 11 am to 6 pm. For two consecutive days, the district recorded temperatures more than 43C.
Man with nine failed marriages kills his 10th wife on suspicion of theft in Chhattisgarh
RAIPUR: A decaying body discovered from a pile of leaves in a forest of Chhattisgarhs Jashpur district has blown the lid off a disturbing pattern of domestic abuse by a local resident. Dhula Ram, a resident of Jashpurs Sulesa village who had been married nine times before, has been arrested for battering his tenth wife to death on suspicion of theft and dumping her body in the forest to cover up the crime. The incident came to light after locals noticed the stench of the decomposed body emanating from the bushes and alerted the cops about it. The police recovered the body from the spot. Ram was taken into custody and produced in a court following a preliminary investigation and later sent to jail. An official privy to the matter shared, The incident occurred in the Pandrapath village of Bagicha. Ram suspected his wife of stealing rice, cooking oil and a sari from a wedding they had recently attended. He confronted his wife about it. As the argument escalated, he killed her in a fit of rage. To conceal his crime, he dumped her body in a pile of dry leaves and bushes. The cops investigating the matter were astonished to learn that all nine women who had married him in the last 10 years had abandoned him over his abusive behaviour. The Jashpur police are yet to ascertain if all these failed relationships over the past one decade were indeed love marriages as claimed or just live-in partnerships. Interestingly, not a single one of his past nine marriages lasted more than six months. His abusive behaviour and pattern of domestic violence are being blamed for his failed and short-lived marriages. His history of cruelty and marital woes has left the cops wondering if there was any love in any of those relationships. The body has been sent for a post-mortem examination. Further probe is under way, and more details in the case are awaited.
MFA holds send-off for Mlaya team ahead of U-20 Mens NFC campaign
By Our Reporter Shillong, April 22: The Meghalaya Football Association organised a send-off for the state team that will take part in the Swami Vivekananda U20 Mens National Football Championship 2025 in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh. At the send-off held at the SSA Stadium in Polo here on Monday were senior MFA members, led by President Hamletson [] The post MFA holds send-off for Mlaya team ahead of U-20 Mens NFC campaign appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Businessman From Chhattisgarh's Raipur Killed In Pahalgam Terror Attack
A Raipur-based businessman was killed in a terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam town on Tuesday, officials said.
