Friday, March 27

Chhattisgarh

Kawardha Man Wanders Door to Door With His Ailing Wife on a Bike; Deputy CM Steps In With Help After Hearing His Story
Chhattisgarh, State

Kawardha Man Wanders Door to Door With His Ailing Wife on a Bike; Deputy CM Steps In With Help After Hearing His Story

Kawardha, Chhattisgarh: In a heartbreaking story of love, struggle, and determination, a 65-year-old man from Nagwahi village in Kawardha district has been carrying his cancer-stricken wife on his motorcycle for years in search of treatment. Despite losing everything—his land, jewelry, and savings—he refuses to give up hope. Samlu Singh Markam’s wife, Kapura Markam, has been suffering from thyroid cancer for nearly three years. With no money left for an ambulance or private transport, Samlu built a wooden plank on his motorcycle, on which his wife lies as he takes her from one hospital to another, often traveling hundreds of kilometers under scorching heat and heavy rain. He Sold His Land, Ornaments, and Borrowed ₹6 Lakh In his desperate attempt to save his wife, Samlu sold his fa...
ijapur Encounter: Six Naxalites Killed in Fierce Gun Battle; Gunfire Heard for Several Kilometers
Chhattisgarh, State

ijapur Encounter: Six Naxalites Killed in Fierce Gun Battle; Gunfire Heard for Several Kilometers

B Bijapur, Chhattisgarh: In a major anti-Maoist operation, security forces gunned down six Naxalites during a fierce encounter in the dense forests of Annaram, Taralaguda area of Bijapur district on Tuesday evening. The operation was part of an ongoing campaign to eliminate Maoist activities along the interstate border and forest zones of the region. According to eyewitnesses, the sound of gunfire echoed for several kilometers, causing panic among villagers who locked themselves indoors. Security forces, including teams from the District Police, DRG (District Reserve Guard), and CRPF, were involved in the joint action. Following the intense exchange of fire, personnel recovered the bodies of six slain Naxalites from the encounter site. In addition, one injured Maoist was captured ...
Chhattisgarh Bans Three Substandard Medicines for Three Years
Chhattisgarh, State

Chhattisgarh Bans Three Substandard Medicines for Three Years

Raipur: Taking lessons from the recent tragedy in Madhya Pradesh linked to contaminated cough syrup, the Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation Limited (CGMSC) has taken strict action against three medicines found to be “Not of Standard Quality (NSQ)” during laboratory testing. Under its “Zero Tolerance Policy” toward substandard drugs, CGMSC has blacklisted the manufacturers of these medicines for the next three years. During this period, the companies will be barred from participating in any state government tenders. Medicines Declared Substandard The banned medicines include: Calcium (Elemental) with Vitamin D3 Tablets, Ornidazole Tablets, both supplied by M/s AG Parenterals, Baddi (Himachal Pradesh), and Heparin Sodium 1000 IU/ml Injection IP, supplied by M/s Divi...
Chhattisgarh Teacher Suspended Over Social Media Post Questioning State Festival Amid Education Concerns
Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh Teacher Suspended Over Social Media Post Questioning State Festival Amid Education Concerns

Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh: A social media post by a teacher in Dhamtari district has sparked controversy, leading to his suspension by the district education authorities. The post, which questioned the state’s decision to celebrate its annual festival while highlighting issues in the education system, went viral and prompted immediate action. Incident Details The incident involves Dhaluram Sahu, an assistant teacher at Nari Primary School in Kurud Block. On October 31, Sahu posted on social media questioning the celebration of Chhattisgarh State Foundation Day, writing: "The education system for children is in disarray, and yet we are celebrating the State Foundation Day. Are we even worthy of celebrating it? Students have not yet received complete textbooks—who is responsible for th...
Chhattisgarh Launches ‘Chief Minister Baiga-Guniya-Hadjor Honor Scheme’ with Annual ₹5,000 Reward
Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh Launches ‘Chief Minister Baiga-Guniya-Hadjor Honor Scheme’ with Annual ₹5,000 Reward

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: In a move to recognize and encourage traditional medicinal knowledge, the Chhattisgarh government has launched the “Chief Minister Baiga-Guniya-Hadjor Honor Scheme (Scheduled Tribes) 2025”. Under this initiative, eligible members of the Baiga, Guniya, and Hadjor communities will receive an annual honorarium of ₹5,000. The scheme aims to preserve tribal culture and reward individuals who have contributed to the traditional practice of forest-based herbal medicine. Who is Eligible The scheme targets individuals from Baiga, Guniya, and Hadjor communities who have been actively practicing forest-based herbal medicine in their local areas for the past three years or more. Preference will be given to those whose families have passed down herbal medical knowledge for a...
Chhattisgarh: 7 Maoists Surrender to Police, Weapons in Hand, Reward Worth ₹37 Lakh
Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh: 7 Maoists Surrender to Police, Weapons in Hand, Reward Worth ₹37 Lakh

Gariaband, Chhattisgarh: In a major victory for security forces, seven Maoists surrendered to police in the Gariaband-Dhamtari-Nuapada division on Friday, carrying their weapons with them. The surrendered insurgents had a total reward of ₹37 lakh on their heads. Top Leaders Among the Surrendered The surrendered Maoists included two top leaders, Udanti Area Commander Sunil and Secretary Arina, each with a bounty of ₹8 lakh. Other members who surrendered were Ludro, Vidya, Nandini, and Malesh, carrying rewards of ₹5 lakh each, and Kanti, with a ₹1 lakh reward. Weapons and Explosives Handed Over The Maoists arrived at the police station on foot from the jungle, bringing with them one SLR rifle, three INSAS rifles, a single-shot gun, live ammunition, and explosive material, which t...
Chhattisgarh: Burial of Deceased Blocked by Villagers, Police Unable to Proceed, Tensions Rise
Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh: Burial of Deceased Blocked by Villagers, Police Unable to Proceed, Tensions Rise

Kanker, Chhattisgarh: Three days after the death of Manish Nishad, a 50-year-old man who had converted to Christianity, his family was denied permission to perform his last rites in the village, escalating tensions between communities. The incident triggered a major stir in the area on Friday. Family Faces Opposition from Villagers Manish Nishad’s family brought his body to Charama police station after villagers blocked the vehicle, refusing to allow the burial on local land. Reports indicate that local residents objected because the deceased had converted from Hinduism to Christianity, and there were no Christians previously in the village. Despite attempts by the police to mediate, villagers did not relent. The family, along with members of the Christian community, initially tri...
Major Breakthrough in Kharagpur: Hardcore Woman Naxal With ₹17 Lakh Bounty Surrenders, Reveals Critical Details
Chhattisgarh

Major Breakthrough in Kharagpur: Hardcore Woman Naxal With ₹17 Lakh Bounty Surrenders, Reveals Critical Details

Kharagpur, Chhattisgarh: Security forces in Chhattisgarh achieved a significant victory in the anti-Naxal operations with the surrender of Kamla Sodi, a hardcore female Naxal with a bounty of ₹17 lakh on her head. Kamla decided to abandon violence and return to the mainstream, trekking 12 hours on foot to surrender to the police. The Surrender Kamla Sodi, also known as Ungi or Taruna (30), surrendered before SP Lakshya Sharma in the Kharagpur-Chhuikhadan-Gandai (KCG) district. Police officials stated that her decision was influenced by the Chhattisgarh Government’s Surrender and Rehabilitation Policy 2025, which has been yielding positive results in encouraging Naxals to reintegrate into society. Kamla, a resident of Arlampalli village, Sukma district, had been associated with the...
Bilaspur Tragedy: 14-Year-Old Girl Commits Suicide by Jumping into Arpa River After Scolding
Chhattisgarh

Bilaspur Tragedy: 14-Year-Old Girl Commits Suicide by Jumping into Arpa River After Scolding

Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh: In a heart-wrenching incident from Bilaspur, a 14-year-old schoolgirl ended her life after being scolded by her elder sister for using her mobile phone at night. The girl, a 9th-grade student, jumped into the Arpa River in the Sarakanda area, leaving her family and the local community in shock and mourning. What Happened The incident occurred late at night when the girl was using her mobile phone. Her elder sister noticed this and scolded her, asking her to switch off the phone and go to sleep. Angered by the scolding, the girl left the house and walked a short distance to the Chhath Ghat on the Arpa River, where she jumped into the river. Despite the desperate attempts of her family to stop her, she plunged into the river before anyone could intervene. Nei...
Lakhpati Didi: A Symbol of Freedom, Respect, and Confidence,” Vice President Launches 21st Installment of Mahtari Vandan Scheme
Chhattisgarh

Lakhpati Didi: A Symbol of Freedom, Respect, and Confidence,” Vice President Launches 21st Installment of Mahtari Vandan Scheme

“ Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh: On a one-day visit to Chhattisgarh, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan participated in the state’s Silver Jubilee celebrations on Wednesday, attending events in Raipur and Rajnandgaon. At the State School grounds in Rajnandgaon, he officially released the 21st installment of the Mahtari Vandan scheme, transferring funds directly to the accounts of beneficiary women. During the event, the Vice President also honored the “Lakhpati Didi” awardees. Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai and Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh were present at the ceremony. A Tribute to Women’s EmpowermentAddressing the gathering, Vice President Radhakrishnan lauded the Lakhpati Didi initiative, calling it a reflection of Indian women’s strength and determination. He stated that the program ...