A wave of Naxalite terror has resurfaced in the West Singhbhum district, specifically within the expansive Saranda forest. In a bold act during their observance of ‘Resistance Week,’ Naxal operatives deliberately destroyed an Airtel mobile tower on Saturday night. The targeted tower was situated in Kolbonga village, falling under the jurisdiction of the Jaraikela police station. Eyewitness accounts from local villagers suggest that a group of around twenty heavily armed Naxalites descended upon the village under the cover of darkness. They reportedly poured petrol onto the tower’s base equipment and set it ablaze, leading to its complete destruction. After executing…
Author: The Chhattisgarh
The benefits of flagship schemes of the state and central government should reach the maximum number of people. A special campaign should be launched in malaria-affected areas of Bastar division after identifying them. Instructions to Principal Secretaries and Divisional Commissioners to regularly review the implementation of the schemes. Brainstorming on good governance, transparency, and public welfare schemes in the Collector’s Conference. Raipur, New standards of good governance, transparency, and public welfare were set in the Collector’s Conference 2025 organized at Mantralaya (Mahanadi Bhavan) on Sunday under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai. The meeting started before the…
On the occasion of Amitabh Bachchan’s 83rd birthday, celebrated on October 11th, daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan offered a touching public tribute. She took to Instagram to share an exceptionally rare photograph of the iconic actor with his granddaughter, Aaradhya. The image captures a lighthearted moment, with Amitabh Bachchan wearing a playful crown. Expressing her warm wishes, Aishwarya wrote, “Happy Birthday dearest Pa-Dadajiii Love and God Bless Always.” The post offered fans a precious, behind-the-scenes look at the Bachchan family’s personal celebrations. Followers immediately responded in the comments, showering the esteemed actor with birthday greetings. Messages ranged from “Congratulations with best…
Ravindra Jadeja, a stalwart of Indian cricket, has broken his silence regarding his non-selection for the upcoming ODI series against Australia. The experienced all-rounder, who played a crucial role in India’s Champions Trophy triumph earlier this year, was not part of the 15-player squad announced for the three-match series scheduled to begin on October 19, 2025. The selection panel favored a spin attack featuring Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, and Kuldeep Yadav for the tour. During an interaction with media post the second day of the ongoing Test against West Indies, Jadeja shared that the decision did not come as a…
Following widespread criticism, Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi offered an explanation for the lack of female journalists at a recent press briefing, citing a “technical issue.” The incident had been widely condemned as an affront to women’s rights. Muttaqi clarified that the press conference was arranged quickly with a limited, pre-determined list of attendees, and no other intentions were involved. He made these remarks at a follow-up press conference held two days after the initial event at the Afghanistan Embassy ignited public outcry. The initial press conference on Friday, which saw no women journalists in attendance, was met with…
Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban announced a significant retaliatory operation on Saturday night, resulting in the deaths of 58 Pakistani soldiers and injuries to 30 others. The Taliban regime’s chief spokesman stated that 20 Pakistani security posts were demolished and considerable weaponry confiscated during the cross-border engagement near the Durand Line. The operation also led to the martyrdom of nine Afghan soldiers and left 16 wounded. International mediation from Saudi Arabia and Qatar led to a halt in hostilities at midnight. The Taliban spokesperson further alleged that ISIS-K, after its defeat in Afghanistan, has established training camps in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region.…
The upcoming Zonal Railway Users Consultative Committee (ZRUCC) meeting, scheduled for October 15th in Kolkata, will highlight discussions on pivotal Ranchi railway projects. As announced, the committee will delve into critical issues concerning the South Eastern Railway’s operational areas, including Ranchi, Chakradharpur, and Adra. Discussions will encompass the launch of new rail lines, crucial infrastructure development initiatives, and improvements to passenger facilities. The committee members, alongside central ministers and parliamentarians, will convene to address these matters. There’s a strong expectation that this meeting will provide a significant impetus for the development of the Ranchi and Chakradharpur rail divisions. Efforts will…
Bokaro city narrowly escaped a major catastrophe late Saturday night as a part of a four-story residential building unexpectedly collapsed. The structure, located in Sector 1B’s HSCL Colony under the City Police station limits, saw its rear section crumble, triggering immediate concern. Crucially, all residents were accounted for and safely evacuated from the building prior to the structural failure. The incident took place near houses numbered 351 to 366 in Sector 1B. The building, described as old and in a state of disrepair, suddenly gave way with a loud noise. This sound alerted residents in the vicinity, who emerged from…
In a major anti-smuggling success along the India-Bangladesh border, the Border Security Force (BSF) has seized a substantial cache of gold. Operatives from the 32 Battalion of the South Bengal Frontier, stationed at the Horandipur Border Outpost, apprehended an Indian national in possession of 20 gold biscuits, with an estimated market value of Rs 2.82 crore. The operation was a direct result of precise intelligence gathered by the BSF. Information suggested that an individual residing in Muslimpara village was preparing to smuggle Bangladeshi-origin gold into India via the Horandipur sector. The tip-off was received late on October 11. Following the…
A significant military escalation has occurred along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, with at least 15 Pakistani soldiers killed and three border posts reportedly captured by Taliban forces on Saturday night. Afghan officials attribute the fighting to a Taliban retaliation for earlier Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul. The clashes spanned multiple locations across Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces. Pakistani security sources described the incident as a response to incoming fire from Afghan positions, claiming their forces effectively targeted and destroyed multiple Afghan posts and militant groups. They referred to the militants as ‘Khwarij,’ a term used for the TTP. In contrast, the…