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Enforcement Directorate raids | Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel slams BJP-led Centre

In poll-bound Chhattisgarh, ED launched a raid on the premises of Suresh Dhingani, a fireworks trader, in Bhilai area of Durg district this morning. However, it is not yet known in connection with which case the action is being taken.

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Congress wants to complain to EC over free ration scheme extension, let them commit this 'sin': PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 8 said Congress leaders have been saying they will complain to the Election Commission of India (EC) over his promise of extending for five years the free ration scheme for the poor people.

The Hindu

‘Will win over 75 seats’: Cong Chhattisgarh president on Adivasi CM, Maoism, corruption

Chhattisgarh Congress president Deepak Baij is also an MP from Bastar, and he is now contesting the assembly polls from Chitrakoot constituency.

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Chhattisgarh polls: Four jawans injured in encounter with Maoists, IED blast in Kanker

RAIPUR: Four security personnel were injured in an encounter with Maoists near Minpa village in the Sukma district of the Chhattisgarh's Bastar division during the first phase of assembly elections on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Terrorists, Maoists emboldened when Congress comes to power: Modi in Chhattisgarh

PM Modi slams Chhattisgarh government for encouraging illegal immigration, snatching tribal lands, failing to control Naxalite violence. He highlights need for better safety, accuses Congress of human trafficking, drug trade, not providing equal opportunities to those educated in native languages. He cites achievements of his government reiterates promise of free…

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Naxalites, terrorists get emboldened whenever Congress comes to power: PM Modi in Chhattisgarh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 7 hit out at the Congress for failing to contain Naxalism in Chhattisgarh and said whenever the party comes to power at the Centre, Naxalites and terrorists get emboldened. Addressing a rally in Surajpur district of Chhattisgarh, Mr. Modi also targeted Chief Minister Bhupesh…

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India votes in key local polls gauging support for opposition, PM Modi

Voting begins in Chhattisgarh and Mizoram states, testing national mood ahead of next year’s general elections.

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Chhattisgarh Assembly polls: CRPF Jawan injured in IED blast in Naxal-hit Sukma

A jawan of the Central Police Reserve Force (CRPF) was injured in an IED (Improvised Explosive Device) blast triggered by Naxals in the Tondamarka area of Sukma district in Chhattisgarh on Tuesday. The jawan was deployed on election duty during the time of the blast.

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Voting underway in Chhattisgarh's naxal-affected Karigundam area after 23 years

Voting is underway in the naxal-affected Karigundam area in Chhattisgarh after 23 years. Karigundam is part of the Dantewada (ST) constituency.

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Chhattisgarh Assembly election | Amid hostile topography and extremism, a battle of ballot in Bastar region

A drive through the villages scattered around the newly completed Palli-Barsur Marg (PBM), part of an arterial State Highway in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region, exposes the accessibility and security challenges of people in this Naxal heartland.

The Hindu

SP visits villages in Maoist-affected areas along the border with Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra

SP Kiran Khare visited Mukunoor village in Palimela mandal to ensure high voter turnout in Telangana Assembly elections. He urged villagers to vote without fear and warned youth against falling prey to ultras. CI Kiran and SI Thomas Reddy accompanied him.

The Hindu

BJP, ED trying to save Mahadev betting app promoters, alleges Chhattisgarh CM

A day after the Centre blocked the controversial Mahadev app, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Monday alleged the BJP and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) were trying to save its promoters and said the Information Technology ministry has banned an online betting platform that was already unavailable on the Indian…

The Hindu

Mahadev App: Centre didn't receive any letter seeking ban, says Union Minister Chandrasekhar

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar rejects Congress' claim that Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel had first raised demand to ban Mahadev App. Alleges Baghel govt. deliberately stretched investigation to take out ₹508 crore. ED claims ₹508 crore paid to Baghel, he denies.

The Hindu

All you need to know about Chhattisgarh Assembly Polls 2023

Here are a few charts that explain how the State has broadly voted since its formation in 2000.

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Congress gains power by fake guarantees to turn States into 'ATM of one family': Union Minister Chandrasekhar

Rajeev Chandrasekhar claims Congress uses fake guarantees to gain power, turning States into "ATM of one family". Alleges Congress misleads people, citing examples in Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Karnataka and Chhattisgarh. Claims Congress changed criteria for beneficiaries of guarantees in Karnataka

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Chhattisgarh Assembly elections: Three-layered security cover for over 600 polling booths in Bastar

In view of Chhattisgarh elections, Naxal activities will be monitored through drones and helicopters. Bomb disposal team and dog squad will also be roped in, according to the police.

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Morning Show: Paddy as poll pivot, Mahadev app, Chhattisgarh pride

In this episode of Morning Show from Chhattisgarh’s Raipur, we talk about the poll issues with some of the credible voices of the state, including senior journalists, social activists and a former bureaucrat.

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‘Risk, low voter turnout’: Choppers ferry poll officials in Maoist-hit Bastar

On November 4, three days ahead of the assembly polls in Chhattisgarh, a dozen polling officials flew to the state’s highly sensitive polling stations in the Moaist-hit Bastar division from its headquarters in Narayanpur.

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Chhattisgarh BJP shares video with new claims on Mahadev app

BJP in Chhattisgarh shares video alleging CM Baghel of receiving ₹508 cr from Mahadev app promoters. Party's central media convener calls for Baghel's resignation if there is "even a little morality left". Video's veracity yet to be ascertained.

The Hindu

For Chhattisgarh BJP, the elephant in the room is demand for caste census

While Congress leaders stress caste census on the campaign trail and ask why the BJP is opposed to it, the leaders of the saffron party point to representation of OBCs in the Union Cabinet, and the number of OBC Chief Ministers from the party

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Campaigning ends in Mizoram and for 20 seats in Chhattisgarh

Campaigning for Mizoram and Chhattisgarh Assembly elections ends. PM Modi and Congress President Kharge release video appeals for voters. PM Modi cites infra projects and schemes, Kharge claims Congress brought peace and stability to Mizoram.

The Times of India

From palace to polling booth: Six royal family members test electoral waters in Chhattisgarh

RAIPUR: Senior Congress leader and Deputy Chief Minister T S Singhdeo, the present Maharaja of the erstwhile Surguja state, is among the six royal family members seeking election to the state legislative assembly in Chhattisgarh.

The Times of India

Chhattisgarh: Curtains fall on campaigning as 20 assembly segments get ready for balloting on Nov 7

RAIPUR: Curtains have rung down on electioneering in 20 assembly constituencies, including those in the Maoist-affected constituencies in tribal Bastar, which are going to polls in the first phase of elections in Chhattisgarh on November 7.

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Chhattisgarh Assembly polls | Congress releases manifesto

Congress launches manifesto for Chhattisgarh Assembly elections, promising loan waivers for farmers, paddy price of ₹3,200/quintal, free education from KG to PG, 200 units of free electricity, 17.5 lakh houses for rural poor, ₹6,000 per bag for tendu leaves, caste census and Mahtari Nyay Yojana for women.

The Hindu

BJP will act against 'love jihad', cow smuggling if voted to power in Chhattisgarh: Yogi Adityanath

Yogi Adityanath, while addressing a rally in Kawardha assembly seat of poll-bound Chhattisgarh on Saturday, termed the Congress as a “problem for the country, society and public”.

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