Cabinet clears three railway projects covering 14 districts, 4,790 villages

September 9, 2026 4:16 PM

Cabinet clears three railway projects covering 14 districts, 4,790 villages

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved three multitracking projects of the Ministry of Railways with a total estimated cost of Rs 10,783 crore. The projects will cover 14 districts across West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh and add around 656 km to the existing railway network. The approved projects include the Kharagpur-Jharsuguda (Bagdehi) fourth line, Katni-Pendra Road fourth line and Bilaspur (Uslapur)-Pe...

AIIMS Raipur symbolises Chhattisgarh’s shift from fear to peace, progress and opportunity: V-P Radhakrishnan

September 2, 2026 5:23 PM

AIIMS Raipur symbolises Chhattisgarh’s shift from fear to peace, progress and opportunity: V-P Radhakrishnan

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Wednesday said Chhattisgarh’s transformation from an era of Left-Wing Extremism, fear and deprivation to one of peace, development and opportunity demonstrates what strong political will, firm security policy and development-oriented governance can achieve. Addressing the third convocation ceremony of AIIMS Raipur, V-P Radhakrishnan said the institution has emerged as a symbol of the “new Chhattisgarh” and called upon graduating students to shoulder th...

Centre holds meeting with Chhattisgarh, Odisha CMs to advance amicable settlement of Mahanadi water dispute

July 30, 2026 8:02 PM

Centre holds meeting with Chhattisgarh, Odisha CMs to advance amicable settlement of Mahanadi water dispute

Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Paatil on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting with the Chief Ministers of Chhattisgarh and Odisha to facilitate an amicable settlement of the long-pending Mahanadi water dispute, with both states reaffirming their commitment to continue technical consultations in a constructive manner. The meeting, attended by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, was also attended by senior officials of Jal Shakti Ministry, the...

President Murmu says Bastar moving on path of development as delegation calls on her

July 30, 2026 7:13 PM

President Murmu says Bastar moving on path of development as delegation calls on her

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said Bastar is moving on a new path of development with the combined efforts of the government and active participation of local people, as she urged tribal communities to preserve their cultural heritage while contributing to nation-building. The President made the remarks while interacting with a delegation from Bastar Mandal comprising winners of Bastar Pandum 2026, Pargana Manjhi and Chalaki of Bastar at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre. Union Home...

Indian Railways approves Rs 175 crore project to expand electric locomotive maintenance facilities at Raipur

July 10, 2026 6:25 PM

Indian Railways approves Rs 175 crore project to expand electric locomotive maintenance facilities at Raipur

Indian Railways has approved a ₹175-crore infrastructure project to create additional homing facilities for 250 three-phase electric locomotives at the High Horse Power (HHP) Diesel Shed in Raipur under the South East Central Railway (SECR), in a move aimed at strengthening maintenance infrastructure and supporting the rapid expansion of its electric locomotive fleet. The project is part of Indian Railways' ongoing efforts to augment maintenance capacity in line with the growing number of ele...

Review of SECL operations, digital push and healthcare upgrade mark MoS Satish Chandra Dubey’s Chhattisgarh visit

May 27, 2026 2:07 PM

Review of SECL operations, digital push and healthcare upgrade mark MoS Satish Chandra Dubey’s Chhattisgarh visit

Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey on Tuesday reviewed the operations and future expansion plans of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) during a one-day visit to Chhattisgarh, while also holding discussions with Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on coal production, infrastructure and energy security. During the meeting in Raipur, the Union Minister and the CM discussed strengthening coordination between the Centre and the state to accelerate development projects in ...

‘India is now Naxal-free’: Amit Shah meets martyrs’ families, announces new development push for Bastar

May 18, 2026 9:59 PM

‘India is now Naxal-free’: Amit Shah meets martyrs’ families, announces new development push for Bastar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday declared that India has become “Naxal-free”, asserting that the Narendra Modi government achieved in just three to four years what once appeared impossible even over decades. Addressing families of martyrs, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) personnel, and victims of Naxal violence in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, HM Shah said the country had finally overcome one of its biggest internal security challenges after six decades of violence and underdevelopmen...

Amit Shah inaugurates tribal service centre in Bastar, says end of Naxalism marks ‘true freedom’ for region

May 18, 2026 5:38 PM

Amit Shah inaugurates tribal service centre in Bastar, says end of Naxalism marks ‘true freedom’ for region

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday inaugurated the Shaheed Veer Gundadhur Seva Dera Jan Suvidha Kendra in Bastar, Chhattisgarh, describing the development as a historic milestone in the region’s transformation after the decline of Naxalism. Addressing the gathering in Netanar village - the birthplace of tribal freedom fighter Veer Gundadhur - HM Shah said the village is revered as a “pilgrimage site” for every Indian because of its role in the 1910 Bhumkal Rebellion against British r...

Amit Shah extends heartfelt greetings to CISF personnel on 57th Raising Day

March 10, 2026 10:15 AM

Amit Shah extends heartfelt greetings to CISF personnel on 57th Raising Day

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday extended heartfelt greetings to Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel on the occasion of 57th Raising Day. In a post on X, he praised the CISF, underlining their unwavering commitment, service to the nation, and patriotism. "Greetings to the CISF personnel on Raising Day. Whether safeguarding the nation's vital installations or shielding the nation during crises, their dedication reflects the true spirit of patriotism and professionalis...

Khelo India Tribal Games to be held from March 25 to April 6 in Chhattisgarh

March 6, 2026 4:34 PM

Khelo India Tribal Games to be held from March 25 to April 6 in Chhattisgarh

The inaugural edition of the Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) will be held from March 25 to April 6 across three cities in Chhattisgarh — Raipur, Jagdalpur and Sarguja, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya announced on Friday. The Games will feature seven medal sports — athletics, football, hockey, weightlifting, archery, swimming and wrestling — while mallakhamb and kabaddi will be included as demonstration sports. Athletes from most states and Union Territorie...