Chhattisgarh

Korba, Chhattisgarh, 18 November 2025: The Korba police have apprehended Jaisingh Patel (27), the alleged mastermind of a motorcycle theft gang, who used stolen bikes to fund a lavish lifestyle and attract multiple girlfriends. Patel, along with five accomplices and three bike buyers, was arrested after police recovered 14 stolen motorcycles. Gang Operated for a DecadePatel, a resident of Kohdiya, had been missing from his home for the past ten years, with his family presuming him dead. He had been living in a makeshift hut near a mining area, hiding in the forested surroundings. Upon investigation, police uncovered that Patel had been running the gang for years, posing as a wealthy man to lure women. Well-Planned TheftsAccording to police, Patel and two of his associates conducted r...

Raipur: The notorious Naxal commander Madvi Hidma, leader of the Maoist’s elite guerrilla unit, has been killed in an encounter along with his wife, Raje (also known as Rajakka). Hidma was known for his deadly efficiency in jungle warfare and had a distinct attachment to his AK-47 and his wife. Hidma maintained a strict four-layer security cordon in the forests, which kept him out of the reach of security forces for years. He would often evade capture during initial firefights, which made him untouchable for a long time. Love Story Amid Guerrilla WarfareHidma met Raje in the forests, and their bond grew over shared training with firearms. The two eventually married and lived together in the jungles, fighting alongside each other. Raje was also skilled in handling modern weapons and a...

Edited By: Chaitanya Soni | Reported By: Rohit Burman | Lipi • 14 Nov 2025 Raipur: In a major push toward administrative reform and efficient governance, the Chhattisgarh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, approved several key policy decisions aimed at restructuring government departments, strengthening procurement systems, and accelerating housing and sports infrastructure development. The meeting, held on Wednesday at Mahanadi Bhavan, emphasized the state’s commitment to the vision of ‘Minimum Government, Maximum Governance.’ Key Cabinet Decisions Focused on Governance, Farmers, and Housing The Cabinet introduced reforms across multiple sectors, including departmental restructuring, procurement of pulses and oilseeds at support prices, enhancement of the paddy procur...

Raipur: In a major boost for the agriculture sector, the Chhattisgarh government has approved 14 new irrigation projects, paving the way for a significant expansion of irrigation facilities across the state. The decision was taken during the 33rd meeting of the Chhattisgarh Irrigation Project Board, chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Friday. Focus on Boosting Irrigation, Groundwater Levels, and Urban Drinking Water Supply This was the first meeting of the Board under the present government, where detailed discussions were held on increasing irrigation capacity, improving groundwater levels, and strengthening drinking water supply systems in urban regions. Officials emphasized that the newly approved projects will help address water scarcity and ensure sustainable development...

Raipur: Chhattisgarh continues to reel under an intense cold wave as temperatures plunge sharply across several districts. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), there is no relief expected for the next three days, after which a slight rise in temperature may be recorded. Unusual November Chill After Many Years The northern and central parts of the state are the worst affected. Districts like Balodabazar, Pendra, and Ambikapur are experiencing severe cold, forcing people to rely on bonfires to stay warm.IMD officials noted that such extreme cold in November has been recorded after many years. Typically, winter sets in gradually during this month, but this year, temperatures have dropped abruptly. Durg Coldest in Plains; Raipur Records Rare Dip In the plains, Du...

Raipur: Chhattisgarh has officially launched the paddy procurement process for the Kharif Marketing Season 2025–26 from today. As announced earlier, the state government will procure paddy from farmers at ₹3,100 per quintal, maintaining the previous year’s support price. A total of 2,739 procurement centres have been set up across the state. The government has set a target of procuring 160 lakh metric tonnes of paddy this season. To curb illegal transportation of paddy across state borders, strict security arrangements have been put in place at district checkpoints. Procurement Window: 15 November 2025 to 31 January 2026 The state will procure paddy from 15 November 2025 to 31 January 2026. Farmers can sell their paddy at procurement centres from Monday to Friday. In Durg distr...

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh): In a shocking incident from Naxal-affected Bijapur district, three masked assailants entered a house late Friday night and brutally murdered a 60-year-old man in front of his wife. Police suspect Naxal involvement behind the killing and have launched a detailed investigation. Elderly man killed with an axe The incident took place in Pootkel village. According to police, a group of unidentified men barged into the home of Dharma Soyam around 10 PM and attacked him with sharp weapons, including a tangiya (axe). The attackers reportedly struck multiple blows, killing him on the spot. Assailants covered their faces Providing details, police officials said the three attackers had their faces covered with cloth.Upon receiving information, a team from Basaguda ...

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: The state government of Chhattisgarh has launched the Tuhar Token mobile app to streamline paddy procurement, starting November 15. Farmers can now obtain tokens online from the comfort of their homes, reducing long queues at procurement centers. Each token will be valid for seven days. How Farmers Can Get Tokens The Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Protection Department introduced the app to make the process smooth and transparent. Farmers need to download the app on their mobile phones and complete a one-time registration using their personal details and mobile number. An OTP (One-Time Password) will be sent to verify the registration. Once verified, the farmer can generate a token for paddy sale. Token Timings and Allocation Farmers can receive tokens...