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3,500 Jobs for Chhattisgarh: Bhoomipoojan of Yash Fans Plant in Nava Raipur, in the Presence of CM Vishnu Deo Sai
Yash Fans is investing ₹152.74 crore to establish the first consumer electronics manufacturing plant in Chhattisgarh. The new facility will create approximately 3,500 jobs for local residents, supporting families across the state. This plant will manufacture products for notable brands like Crompton and Havells, enhancing local industry. The Chief Minister emphasized the government's dedication to job creation and industrial development.
Bank unions announce strikes on September 11 over unresolved issues
The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), representing over 90% of India’s banking workforce, has announced strikes on September 11 and September 28-30, followed by an indefinite strike from October 26 if its demands are not resolved.
BJP targets Gen Z voters with new outreach plan; Nitin Nabin, Smriti Irani, Vinod Tawde part of special team
The BJP has formed a special team to focus on outreach to Gen Z voters. This new initiative aims to understand and engage with young people's concerns. The party also passed a resolution condemning the Congress Working Committee's Vande Mataram stance. A nationwide 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' will mark Prime Minister Modi's 25 years as Gujarat CM. This month-long campaign will begin soon to honor the milestone.
BJP constitutes team for Gen Z outreach programme; Nitin Nabin, Smriti Irani, Vinod Tawde among key members
The Bharatiya Janata Party has formed a dedicated team for its Gen Z Outreach Programme. This initiative aims to strengthen engagement with young people across the nation. The party will soon begin this outreach to foster direct dialogue with the younger generation. It will focus on understanding their aspirations and concerns. The programme seeks to connect with young voters through various engagement activities.
OPS vs NPS numbers shock: Govt data reveals only 1 National Pension System pensioner for 139 Old Pension Scheme retirees
Data presented in Parliament reveals a stark disparity, with only one NPS pensioner for every 139 OPS pensioners. While NPS was implemented in 2004, a low number of central government employees have retired under it. As far as pensioners receiving pension under NPS are concerned, as many as 49,802 pensioners were receiving their payouts under the new scheme.
Chhattisgarh Budget FY27 at Rs 1.72 lakh crore; govt announces new scheme for girls
Chhattisgarh's Finance Minister OP Choudhary unveiled a Rs 1.72 lakh crore budget for 2026-27. The budget prioritizes inclusive growth, infrastructure development, and investment. Key initiatives include the Rani Durgavati Scheme for girls and significant allocations for barrages, education cities, and medical colleges. The plan aims to boost employment and accelerate the state's development journey.
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Hina Khan wants to make a comeback after cancer treatment but why is the industry still hesitant?
A year after revealing her breast cancer diagnosis, Hina Khan has returned to television with Pati Patni Aur Panga but says she still senses hesitation from the industry to cast her. While no one has openly questioned her recovery, she believes producers may be cautious. The actor, known for Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and Kasautii Zindagii Kay 2, is eager for opportunities across TV, OTT, and films, and hopes her comeback project will help change perceptions. She has also expressed a desire to play a spy in future roles.

In ChatGPT era, a 100-page handwritten Budget by Chhattisgarh FM OP Choudhary
Chhattisgarh's Finance Minister OP Choudhary presented a 100-page handwritten budget in Hindi, emphasizing personal dedication and transparency. The budget, aimed at rapid economic advancement, focused on infrastructure, technology, and industrial growth, particularly in Bastar. Choudhary's attachment to the process highlighted his commitment to the state's finances and his hands-on approach to governance.

Third eye: Chhattisgarh's unique budget, tattoo row in Odisha & Maha chair fixing
Chhattisgarh finance minister OP Choudhary presented an innovative budget with 101 pages hand-written. Meanwhile, in Odisha, a woman's Jagannath tattoo on her thigh sparked controversy and legal action. In Maharashtra, political dynamics unfold with Deputy CM Eknath Shinde and CM Devendra Fadnavis addressing speculation about their shifting roles.

Chhattisgarh Budget's focus is infra growth in Bastar areas
Chhattisgarh's ₹1.65-lakh crore budget focuses on infrastructure in Maoist-affected Bastar, reducing VAT on petrol, and creating a pension fund for government employees. The formation of a special operation group to combat Maoism, 3,200 new police posts, and increased capital expenditure for essential infrastructure highlight the government's development plans.

Competitive capital-ism: Andhra Pradesh revives Amaravati, Chhattisgarh seeks special grant for Nava Raipur Atal Nagar expansion
Chhattisgarh seeks Rs 4,131 crore for Nava Raipur Atal Nagar, prompting comparisons with Andhra Pradesh's Rs 15,000 crore demand for Amaravati. The 16th Finance Commission faces the dilemma of allocating funds between the two new capitals in the upcoming budget.

New mineral fund rules restrictive: Chhattisgarh government
Chhattisgarh government red-flags new District Mineral Foundation guidelines, citing potential misuse of funds meant for people affected by mining activities.

Chhattisgarh cabinet expansion: Nine BJP MLAs sworn in as ministers
Nine new ministers have been inducted into the Chhattisgarh cabinet led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, increasing its strength to 12. The cabinet includes eight-term MLA Brijmohan Agrawal, senior party leaders and former ministers Ramvichar Netam, Kedar Kashyap, and Dayaldas Baghel. The cabinet also includes first-time MLAs OP Choudhary, Tank Ram Verma, and Laxmi Rajwade, and second-time legislators Shyam Bihari Jaiswal and Lakhanlal Dewangan.

Rajnath Singh, Manohar Lal Khattar, Arjun Munda to lead teams to Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed Central observers for the recently won states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh. Rajnath Singh, Suresh Pandey, and Vinod Tavde are observers for Rajasthan, Manohar Lal Khattar, K Laxman, and Aasha Lakda for Madhya Pradesh, and Arjun Munda, Sarbananda Sonowal, and Dushyant Kumar Gautam for Chhattisgarh.

17 of Chhattisgarh's newly elected 90 MLAs face criminal cases
The BJP swept the Chhattisgarh assembly polls, winning 54 seats. The Congress, which had won 68 seats in 2018 in the state, was reduced to 35 seats, while the Gondwana Gantantra Party (GGP) managed to win in one constituency. Late chief minister Ajit Jogi founded Janata Congress Chhattisgarh (J), and Bahujan Samaj Party failed to open their accounts this time.

Chhattisgarh: 100 of 953 candidates contesting second phase facing criminal cases, says poll watchdog report
Nearly 100 out of 953 candidates contesting the second phase of the Chhattisgarh Assembly polls have criminal cases against their names, with 56 facing serious offences of voluntarily causing hurt, cheating and criminal intimidation. Among the major parties, 13 (19 per cent) candidates from the Congress, 12 from the BJP, 11 from the Janta Congress Chhattisgarh (J) and 12 (27 per cent) from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) have declared criminal cases in their affidavits, it said.

Madhya Pradesh: Prahlad Patel condemns protest of BJP workers over ticket distribution
Union Minister Prahlad Patel has criticized the protest staged by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) supporters and workers in Jabalpur over ticket distribution for the Madhya Pradesh assembly polls. Patel called the incident "unfortunate" and "shameful." The protest began after the party released its fifth list of 92 candidates, which included names of prominent figures such as Usha Thakur and Mahendra Singh Sisodiya.

MPs fielded in Rajasthan polls 'arrows from BJP's quiver' to defeat Congress: Rajendra Rathore
Senior BJP leader Rajendra Rathore has stated that the Members of Parliament fielded by the party in the Rajasthan assembly elections are "arrows from BJP's quiver" to defeat the Congress. Rathore also mentioned that the Congress will not be able to win more than 21 seats out of the 200 in the state. He denied being in the race for the chief minister's post and said that PM Modi is the face of the campaign.

Kota admin to conduct psychological test of coaching students to curb suicides
In a bid to check the rising cases of suicide by coaching students in Kota, the district administration here will conduct psychological tests of coaching students every fortnight, officials said. The tests will help in finding out suicidal tendencies among students so that they could be provided with timely counselling.

Indian Air Force Chief RKS Bhadauria flies 'missing man' formation in tribute to Squadron Leader Abhinav Choudhary
The Chief of Air Staff flew the sortie at the Suratgarh air force station in Rajasthan. The No. 23 Squadron, popularly known as Panthers, is based in Suratgarh.

Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh allocates portfolios, Jyotiraditya Scindia loyalists get key ministries
state.The Chouhan ministry strength is now 34, including four.

Madhya Pradesh Congress rebel MLAs say they came to Bengaluru voluntarily
Issuing video messages, the rebel Congress MLAs said they didn't want to meet senior party leader Digvijaya Singh who was briefly detained near the resort this morning.

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IAS-turned-neta OP Chaudhary takes on Congress’ 33-yr-old Umesh Patel
The road is tough for BJP though and Choudhary, in his public speeches, avoids attacking the Patel family so as not to hurt the sensitivities of the people
Jaipur Foot organisation working with US university to develop artificial hand
New York, May 15 (IANS) Having helped 1.7 million people around the world gain mobility with the famous Jaipur Foot, the organisation is now embarking on a mission to develop an affordable artificial hand, its founder D.R. Mehta has said.

FIIT-JEE asked to refund 50 per cent tuition fee to student
The complainant's son had joined Saifabad branch in Hyderabad for a two-year integrated school programme for IIT-JEE course in 2010.

Explosion in Chhattisgarh steel plant injures seven
Soon after getting information of the incident, Raipur Collector OP Choudhary and the SP rushed to the spot along with security personnel.

Three big fund managers Go for Bearish Bets on Rate Cuts
IDFC Mutual Fund too has reduced its average maturity to around four years in income and bond funds, which is more than halved compared to last year.

Chautala parole: Fresh war of words between LG, AAP govt
The war of words between Lt Governor Najeeb Jung and ruling AAP over the parole controversy escalated with the government.
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