
Chhattisgarh Assembly passes Bill to curb malpractices in public examinations
The Bill prescribed imprisonment of up to 10 years and fines of up to ₹1 crore for specified violations
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The Bill prescribed imprisonment of up to 10 years and fines of up to ₹1 crore for specified violations

The Chhattisgarh Assembly has passed a new anti-conversion Bill, introducing stricter provisions including mandates for life imprisonment and fines up to ₹25 lakh in specific cases, despite objections from Congress MLAs.

Two decades after the conflict began, Chhattisgarh authorities have officially reported that 31,098 tribal individuals have been displaced due to Maoist violence in the region.

The CM emphasised that by placing their trust in the Constitution, the former Maoists have set a positive and inspiring example for others

The Chhattisgarh High Court has upheld the acquittal of four individuals in a 25-year-old land fraud case, warning against the use of legal processes for private vendettas.
The Chhattisgarh Congress party has staged a protest, accusing the BJP of diluting the rural job scheme, highlighting political tensions over social welfare programs.

The Chair announced the suspension of 30 Congress MLAs, their suspension was revoked a while later
An Indian Air Force officer has allegedly committed suicide at his residence in Chhattisgarh capital Raipur, police said.
The cadres who surrendered arms and ammunition were from Chhattisgarh and had a combined reward of ₹1.15 crore on their head

Heatwave conditions are likely in parts of Maharashtra, while rain is predicted in three other divisions, influenced by a cyclonic circulation over South Jharkhand and adjoining North Chhattisgarh.

The Chhattisgarh Cabinet has approved a new Bill aimed at curbing forced religious conversions in the state.
The Opposition MLAs caused a ruckus in the House alleging that the BJP leader Vinayak Tamrakar was involved in the farming in Durg district and claimed that he enjoyed protection from the ruling party

A BJP leader was arrested for allegedly cultivating opium on five acres of land, leading to a dramatic session in the Assembly where 29 members of the Chhattisgarh Congress were suspended.

A Delhi court has declined to take cognisance of a prosecution complaint in the Chhattisgarh coal scam case, stating that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) cannot usurp jurisdiction.
Police in Durg district, Chhattisgarh, discovered nearly 1.5 acres of illegal opium cultivation on land linked to a local BJP Kisan Morcha leader, who has since been suspended.

After two decades, the Chhattisgarh High Court has acquitted two individuals in an LIC loan fraud case previously investigated by the CBI, stating that 'strong suspicion isn't proof'.
A Naxalite carrying a ₹5 lakh bounty was killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh, India.

As part of the ambitious project, 11,682 gram panchayats in the State will be connected through a “ring topology-based” network

The Chhattisgarh High Court has denied bail to three accused individuals in an interstate cyber fraud case, citing mule accounts and a Rs 64 lakh trail as evidence.

The Chhattisgarh High Court granted bail to a former CMO official involved in a Rs 2,883 crore liquor 'scam', citing the principle of parity.
Naxal leader Vikas, along with 14 other militants, surrendered in Chhattisgarh, marking an end to 'red terror' in the Raipur-Sambalpur belt.

The Chhattisgarh High Court has cleared the path for the installation of a goddess idol, with the article explaining the reasons behind this decision.

The Congress party staged a walkout from the Chhattisgarh Assembly, protesting alleged illegal fly ash dumping in Raigarh district by thermal power plants.

The Chhattisgarh government informed the Assembly that 66 inmates have died in state jails since January 2025, with the custodial death of tribal leader Jeevan Thakur triggering an uproar and questions from opposition MLAs.
SECL is exploring joint ventures with the Chhattisgarh Government for floating solar and coal gasification projects, with plans for ₹4,000 crore in capital expenditure.

The Chhattisgarh Budget outlines plans for the Bastar region, aiming to transform it from a Maoist bastion into a 'modern education city' through various initiatives.

Finance Minister OP Choudhary said the annual budget is focused on inclusive growth, accelerating infrastructure and boosting investment.

The government will launch the Rani Durgavati Scheme under which girls will receive Rs 1.5 lakh on attaining 18 years of age, Chhattisgarh Finance Minister said

Chhattisgarh Governor Ramen Deka announced that the state is nearing the eradication of Left Wing Extremism, citing the arrest of 2,004 Maoists, 532 killed, and 2,704 surrenders over the past two years.

The Chhattisgarh High Court has ruled against extending deadlines for BSc Nursing admissions, emphasizing that professional course timelines must be strictly adhered to.

Chhattisgarh assembly passes anti-paper leak bill; proposing penalties of up to 10 years’ imprisonment and fines of up to ₹1 crore

High drama unfolded in the Chhattisgarh Assembly on Thursday as the Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026, triggered a fierce political showdown.


A total of 83 women from nearby rural areas had undergone sterilisation procedures at the camp and were sent home the same evening. But many fell ill

The Patna High Court has upheld an eviction order in a long-running tenancy dispute involving a property rented for Rs 7, 88 years ago.

The Congress party walked out of the Chhattisgarh House after its adjournment motion regarding the MNREGA scheme was disallowed, following an earlier indication of their plan to boycott proceedings.
Two Maoists, carrying a combined bounty of ₹12 lakh, have been arrested in Jharkhand's Latehar district. They were wanted in connection with several cases across various districts and states, including Chhattisgarh.

Apart from rapes and murders, there were 380 cases of causing hurt, 60 cases of causing grievous hurt and 30 cases of abduction, the Chhattisgarh government said in response to a query by a BJP MLA
An Indian Air Force wing commander, Vipul Yadav (39), associated with anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh, died by suicide at his Raipur residence on Wednesday. His domestic help discovered the body while his children were asleep in another room. Preliminary inquiries suggest possible domestic discord may have led to the incident.

Ten Maoist cadres, including a leader with a ₹55 lakh bounty from Chhattisgarh, have surrendered to Kandhamal Police in Odisha, bringing firearms and ammunition.

The Union home ministry said at least eight divisional committee members were among the 108 Maoists who surrendered in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar

Decks are now clear for the introduction of Bill in the State Assembly which is currently in session

A tribal woman in Chhattisgarh's Jashpur district was allegedly killed in a superstition-linked attack after being accused of witchcraft.

A BJP leader in Chhattisgarh has been arrested for allegedly growing opium on a 5-acre farm and has subsequently been suspended from the party.

The Chhattisgarh High Court refused to overturn an acquittal, citing 'material omissions' that weakened the prosecution's case against a teacher.
A paddy procurement center in-charge was killed by an elephant in Chhattisgarh's Korba district, India.
A forest guard in Surajpur was allegedly manhandled and forced to dance by local youths after being seen with a woman friend.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has named Laxmi Verma as its Rajya Sabha candidate from Chhattisgarh, as part of a list of nominees released for six states.

A canteen contractor at Chhattisgarh Sadan was dismembered with a machete, and his body parts were subsequently discovered in the Yamuna River.

The Chhattisgarh High Court criticized a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) for denying a job to a widowed sister, emphasizing 'no discrimination against women'.
According to police, the surrendered cadres, including nine women, belonged to the Balangir-Bargarh-Mahasamund division of Maoists and were active along the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border

120 former Maoists attended the Chhattisgarh Assembly, marking a significant step towards their integration into mainstream democracy, following efforts to declare Bihar 'Maoist-free'.

The accident occurred around 2 am on Friday after the trailer lost control and crashed. The driver has been arrested, and a case is registered.

Security forces killed two Maoists in an encounter operation in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, bringing the total Maoist deaths in the state this year to 25 as part of efforts to eradicate Left-Wing Extremism.

The cadre, identified as Mallesh, reached the Chhotebethiya camp of the Border Security Force (BSF) and laid down arms on Wednesday night

Two complainants, a 21-year-old woman from Chhattisgarh and a 30-year-old woman from Bhopal, approached the police station on Sunday night.

The budget projected the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) at ₹7,09,553 crore for 2026–27, reflecting a 12.4% growth
Advance estimates indicate that Chhattisgarh's Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) at constant prices is projected to grow by 8.11% in 2025-26, reaching ₹3,58,293 crore.

The latest development would imply the Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh)-headquartered miner’s descent into the coking coal space which is predominantly dominated by Bharat Coking Coal Ltd (BCCL)
Alarm bells rang in Chhattisgarh's Dhamtari district after 35 students from a government middle school were found with healed cut marks on their wrists. The injuries, believed to be weeks old, surfaced after a parent's complaint. Preliminary investigations suggest peer imitation, with students using sharp objects, possibly influenced by a dare or social media trend.

The Chhattisgarh High Court upheld a life sentence for a "close relative" after a plastic doll was used to help a victim convey essential facts in the case.

A new bill against forced religious conversion has been tabled in Chhattisgarh, proposing a life term for those involved in mass conversions.

The charge sheet was submitted on Tuesday before the court of Principal District and Sessions Judge (NIA court) Sirajuddin Qureshi

The Chhattisgarh High Court has directed the state to pay 9% interest to a retiree's widow and son, citing a 30-year delay in pension disbursement and stating that 'pension is not bounty'.

The victims had entered the septic tank for cleaning when they were overcome by suspected poisonous gases.

The Chhattisgarh High Court rejected a claim for compassionate appointment, citing a 22-year delay in the adoption deed, questioning its validity for securing such a position.

Chhattisgarh recorded 93.37 per cent enrollment, an approval rate of 83.87 per cent, and 93.95 per cent timely grievance redressal.

A late-night incident in Chhattisgarh's Korba district has caused public anger after Sandeep Kanwar, son of a former Home Minister, allegedly went on a drunken rampage and crashed his car into a shop.
The government reported that nearly 300 workers died in industrial accidents in Chhattisgarh over the past three years.

A BJP leader in Chhattisgarh has been arrested in connection with opium cultivation and is now claiming his domestic help is responsible for the illegal activity.

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma stated that paramilitary forces are likely to be withdrawn from the Bastar region by March 2027, with the Union government setting a March 2026 deadline for ending the Left-wing insurgency.

He blamed her for their inability to conceive children. The murder occurred after the victim’s altercation with her husband’s second wife

The Supreme Court on Monday turned down the plea by former IAS officer Anil Tuteja to pass a blanket order against registration of any fresh case against him and permitted him to approach the Chhattisgarh high court for anticipatory bail in cases where he apprehends arrest.
The custodial death of a tribal leader lodged in a jail in Chhattisgarh’s Kanker district has sparked a debate over prisoner safety across the State. A report on what transpired in the Assembly and the family’s claims

A political storm has erupted in Chhattisgarh after a BJP leader from Durg district was caught allegedly cultivating opium on more than one and a half acres of land at his farmhouse.

Chhattisgarh: Farmers in Korea district earmark 5% land for water recharge system

Six candidates were announced from five States

The Chhattisgarh High Court has denied bail to an accused in a 2025 sexual assault case, emphasizing the upholding of a woman's dignity within her home.
School owners have alleged that the government is insensitive towards their long-standing demand to suitably compensate for their expenses on the education of poor children

The 15 Maoists surrendered at a function held in Chhattisgarh's Mahasamund district, which borders Bargarh. Three senior Odisha Police officers were present at the event
Police in Chhattisgarh recovered a significant cache of arms, including a muzzle loading gun and BGL shells, along with ₹46 lakh cash from a Maoist dump.
The group, which included 54 women, spent several hours in the Assembly building where they watched the proceedings and met Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma and other senior Ministers who hailed the Maoists for their decision to return to the mainstream.
The Congress party has highlighted the deaths of 66 prisoners in Chhattisgarh jails between January 2025 and January 2026, raising concerns about overcrowding during a tense legislative assembly session.

The Chhattisgarh Assembly was informed that 989 weapons, including 70 AK-47 rifles, have been seized or recovered from Maoists since 2020, with 4,340 Maoists surrendering and 666 killed in encounters.
Chhattisgarh police stated that the surrender of four top Maoists in Telangana represents a significant turning point in the fight against extremism.

Chhattisgarh's ₹1.72 lakh crore budget aims for "Viksit Chhattisgarh 2047," but opposition calls it a "ChatGPT Budget" lacking substance and seriousness.

An economic survey projects Chhattisgarh's Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) to grow by 8.11% in the fiscal year 2026.

In a letter to Chhattisgarh govt., the division said 15 of its members were willing to join the mainstream and asked Deputy CM Vijay Sharma to broadcast a message on radio guaranteeing their safety; Mr. Sharma acknowledges receipt of the letter
"The STF jawan inadvertently came in contact with the pressure IED, triggering a blast that left him injured. After preliminary treatment, he was referred to a medical centre for further medication," says police officials