In Jashpur, Chhattisgarh, the forest department is dealing with a complex situation. A man died after being attacked by an elephant. Now, the department is facing a dilemma as six women have come forward, each claiming to be the man’s wife and demanding compensation. The department is unsure which woman is the legitimate spouse. Each woman has been asked to provide marriage certificates or other related proof to validate their claims. The incident took place in Balajhar Chimta Pani village, located in the Patthalgaon forest range. Salik Ram Toppo was the deceased, and his family is eligible for government compensation.…
Author: The Chhattisgarh
The government is advancing a bill designed to enhance political accountability. This bill will be presented in Parliament on Wednesday and will enforce mandatory resignations from the Prime Minister, Union Ministers, Chief Ministers, and Ministers of Union Territories if they are arrested or detained on serious criminal charges. The proposed law stipulates that any public representative held in custody for 30 continuous days must resign by the 31st day; otherwise, they will be automatically removed. This bill intends to strengthen existing constitutional provisions, which currently only allow for removal after a conviction. The legislation will focus on crimes carrying a…
During a press briefing, White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt discussed former President Donald Trump’s approach to the Ukraine war. She indicated that the increased tariffs on India were a strategic move designed to pressure Russia to cease its involvement in the conflict. The additional 25% tariff, on top of the existing 25%, brought the total tariff to 50%. Levitt explained this was an indirect method of applying pressure on Russia. She noted Trump’s strong desire to end the war and his impatience with those suggesting delays in negotiations. A meeting between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the…
In a historic achievement for Indian stand-up comedy, Zakir Khan headlined a show at New York’s Madison Square Garden. His performance, a mix of humor and emotion, captivated the audience and represented a major step forward for Indian comedians on the global stage. A defining moment of the show involved Zakir making a live video call to his parents in India during his performance. He shared the moment with the audience, stating, “Papa, they want to tell you something.” This led to a warm and appreciative response from the crowd. Zakir’s parents greeted the audience via the video call, their…
Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma has cautioned WhatsApp users about potential privacy risks within group chats, specifically regarding AI’s access to conversations. Sharma’s post on X highlighted that AI could potentially read chats within WhatsApp groups. He also provided instructions on enabling the Advanced Chat Privacy feature, which is designed to enhance user privacy. This feature, which is off by default, helps prevent AI from accessing and summarizing chat contents.
The 64th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament got underway with a victory for the Government Higher Secondary School of Arunachal Pradesh, who defeated the Sainik School of Odisha in the opening match. The match was played at the BR Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi on August 19, with Arunachal Pradesh winning 1-0. The tournament’s inauguration included an opening ceremony, featuring Air Marshal S. Shivkumar VSM, Air Officer-in-Charge Administration, and Subroto Mukherjee, the Vice President of the Sports Education Society. Air Marshal S. Shivkumar emphasized that the Subroto Cup represents the lasting passion for football in India. He anticipated that the…
The Indian automotive market is set for a series of exciting launches in 2025, with several new cars already hitting the roads and many more anticipated before the year’s end. Automakers are expected to capitalize on the festive season to introduce new models and drive sales. Among the major players, Hyundai, Renault, Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki, and Vinfast are poised to make significant contributions. **Renault Kiger Facelift: A New Look** Following nearly four years on the market, the Kiger Compact SUV is slated for a facelift, with a launch date set for August 24, 2025. The updated Kiger will feature…
Preparations are underway at the Raj Bhavan in Raipur for the swearing-in ceremony of new ministers. Governor Ramen Deka will administer the oath to the new ministers at 10:30 AM. Three new cars have also been prepared at the State Garage for the three new ministers, which will be handed over to the MLAs after they assume their ministerial roles. Governor Ramen Deka hinted at the cabinet expansion on Tuesday morning when he visited the famous Jagannath temple in Raipur. In his statement, the Governor mentioned that something was about to happen, providing that specific information. The anticipation of a…
The Himachal Pradesh assembly has passed a bill altering the appointment process for Vice-Chancellors at the state’s agricultural universities. Under the new legislation, the Chancellor will make the appointments, but will do so with the assistance and advice of the state government. The original 2023 bill, passed by the House and sent to the Governor for approval, faced objections and was returned. A revised bill was subsequently passed in 2024, but the Governor referred the original 2023 amendment bill to the President of India through the Union Home Ministry.
Switzerland, once a notorious destination for illicit financial flows, is actively working to rehabilitate its reputation. The nation is contemplating joining the International Anti-Corruption Coordination Center (IACCC), spearheaded by the United Kingdom, to bolster transparency and intensify efforts against black money. The IACCC’s primary objectives include prosecuting corrupt officials and reclaiming stolen assets. Switzerland, as a prominent offshore wealth manager, has faced persistent criticism for allegedly safeguarding illicit funds belonging to corrupt individuals, business figures, and criminals. Notably, a significant amount of black money belonging to Indian nationals is also believed to be held within Switzerland. A proposal for Switzerland’s…