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Worker Killed After Iron Plate Falls During Crane Operation at Bhilai Siskol Plant

A 35-year-old worker was killed in an industrial accident at the Siskol company’s plant in Bhilai on Saturday morning after a heavy iron plate slipped and fell on him during crane operations. The incident occurred at the company’s unit in the Hathkhoj industrial area and has raised fresh concerns over workplace safety in industrial zones.
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Theft at Maa Danteshwari Temple in Jagdalpur, Gold and Silver Ornaments Stolen

A major theft was reported at the historic Maa Danteshwari Temple in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, after unidentified miscreants broke into the shrine late on the night of January 23 and decamped with gold and silver ornaments. Police have launched a detailed investigation, while the temple has been temporarily closed to devotees for security and forensic examination.
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Raipur to Enforce Complete Ban on Meat Sales on January 26 and 30

The Raipur Municipal Corporation (RMC) has announced a complete prohibition on the sale of meat and mutton across the city on January 26 and January 30, observing Republic Day and Mahatma Gandhi’s Martyrdom Day. The order applies to all municipal limits and will remain in force for the entire duration of both days.
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Congress Raises 10 Questions Over Nalanda Part-2 Project, Seeks Answers from Chhattisgarh Government

The Congress on Friday questioned the Chhattisgarh government over the construction of Nalanda Campus Part-2 in Raipur, raising 10 pointed questions and accusing the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of misleading the public. The opposition demanded clarity from Urban Administration Minister Arun Sao and local MLA Rajesh Moonat before the foundation-laying ceremony of the project.
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Air India Cancels Raipur–Delhi Flights Till January 26 Due to Republic Day Security Measures

Air India has cancelled its morning flights on the Delhi–Raipur–Delhi sector until January 26 in view of heightened security arrangements in the national capital ahead of Republic Day celebrations. The temporary suspension is part of broader airspace restrictions imposed over Delhi, directly impacting passengers travelling between Chhattisgarh and the national capital.
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Raipur Airport to Ease Pickup and Drop Congestion with Three New Lanes Outside Terminal

Passengers arriving at or departing from Swami Vivekananda Airport in Raipur are set to get relief from chronic pickup and drop congestion, with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) constructing three additional traffic lanes outside the new terminal building. The move is aimed at streamlining vehicle movement and reducing frequent traffic snarls during peak flight hours.
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High Court Fines Police ₹1 Lakh for Illegal Hotel Raid, Unlawful Arrest in Durg District

The Chhattisgarh High Court has imposed a ₹1 lakh penalty on the state police after holding that officers illegally entered a hotel, assaulted staff, and sent the owner to jail without registering an FIR, calling the action a serious violation of constitutional and human rights.
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Urban Administration Director Accused of Using Abusive Language During Official Review Meeting; Staff Union Seeks Action

A controversy has erupted within the Chhattisgarh Urban Administration and Development Department following allegations that a senior official used abusive and inappropriate language against subordinate officers during an official video conference. The incident has prompted the state’s urban administration employees’ union to seek intervention from the Chief Secretary and demand disciplinary action.
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Power Supply to Remain Disrupted for Four Hours in 16 Areas of Raigarh Today Due to Cable Replacement Work

Residents across 16 localities of Raigarh city will face a scheduled power outage of up to four hours on Friday as the electricity department continues work to replace open overhead wires with covered cables ahead of the summer season. The shutdown is part of an ongoing safety and infrastructure upgrade programme aimed at reducing accidents and improving reliability in densely populated urban areas.
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Assistant Engineer Found Dead in JSW Hostel in Raigarh; Police Probe Underway

A 25-year-old assistant engineer working at the JSW Power Plant in Raigarh was found dead in her hostel room on Thursday evening, in what police have described as an apparent case of suicide. The incident occurred at the company’s hostel located within the JSW plant premises at Naharपाली, under the jurisdiction of Bhupdevpur police station.
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Raipur Literature Festival Opens Today; Padma Shri Manoj Joshi to Perform ‘Chanakya’ in Evening

The three-day Raipur Literature Festival 2026 began on Thursday at Purkhouti Muktangan in Atal Nagar, Naya Raipur, bringing together literature, culture, and contemporary discourse on a national platform. The festival, which runs from January 23 to January 25, is expected to draw over 10,000 literature enthusiasts from across Chhattisgarh and other parts of the country.
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Six Killed, Five Critically Injured in Explosion at Sponge Iron Plant in Chhattisgarh’s Balodabazar

At least six workers were killed and five others sustained critical injuries after a powerful explosion ripped through a sponge iron plant in Chhattisgarh’s Balodabazar district on Thursday morning, triggering a major rescue operation and prompting a government-ordered investigation into industrial safety lapses.
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