Double profit in strawberry cultivation compared to paddy, technical guidance, government subsidy reduced expenses, increased income. Raipur, January 20, 2026/ Under the government’s horticulture promotion schemes in the district, farmers are now breaking the boundaries of traditional farming and moving towards new possibilities. Farmers are now adopting more profitable crops instead of relying solely on paddy. Farmer Lal Bahadur Singh said that the cost of cultivating strawberries on 2.5 acres was approximately 2 lakh rupees. He estimates an income of about 9 lakh rupees from this. Farmer Shri Lal Bahadur Singh, a resident of Bhagwanpurkhurd in Surguja district, also adopted…
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Raipur, January 20, 2026/On the occasion of Basant Panchami, a three-day Raipur Literature Festival is being organized from January 23 at the Purkhauti Muktangan complex in Nava Raipur. More than 100 distinguished litterateurs from across the country will participate in this. This three-day festival will give Chhattisgarh a new identity. Chief Minister Mr. Vishnu Deo Sai says that the entire state is celebrating its silver jubilee as Chhattisgarh state completes 25 years of its establishment. The Raipur Literature Festival is an important chapter in that series. This festival will provide a common platform not only for Chhattisgarh but also for…
Chief Minister Rural Bus Scheme 2025 brings the gift of easy travel to remote villages January 20, 2026 / In Chhattisgarh, the state government is effectively implementing the Chief Minister Rural Bus Scheme 2025 with the objective of strengthening transportation facilities in rural areas. This scheme is a decisive initiative to bring public transport to villages where passenger bus service was not available until now. The first phase of the scheme includes districts of Bastar and Sarguja divisions. So far, bus operations have commenced on 57 selected routes under the Chief Minister Rural Bus Scheme with 57 buses. Through these…
Raipur, January 20, 2026/ According to the notification issued by the Transport Department in Chhattisgarh, the Raipur Automobile Dealers Association is organizing Auto Expo–2026 from January 20, 2026, to February 05, 2026, at Shri Ram Business Park, Opposite MGM Hospital, Vidhan Sabha Road, Saddu Raipur. Under the said Auto Expo, the Transport Department is providing a one-time 50 percent discount on lifetime tax (RTO tax) on vehicles to be sold, which will provide significant financial benefit to the common citizens of the state. Auto Expo–2026 is being organized from January 20, 2026, to February 05, 2026, at Shri Ram Business…
In a bold move to combat the worsening air quality in key NCR outskirts, Union Minister for Environment, Forests and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav convened a crucial review meeting on Tuesday. The focus was on action plans for Rohtak, Manesar, Panipat, and Karnal, where PM10 concentrations remain alarmingly high. Yadav voiced serious worries about inadequate solid waste handling, zeroing in on construction and demolition debris accumulating in industrial hubs. He called for expedited funding and clearances, planning a high-stakes discussion with Haryana’s Chief Minister soon. Bringing all NCR cities under NCAP was a key demand to synchronize anti-pollution drives. Following…
Vadodara International Cricket Stadium hosted a pulsating Women’s Premier League encounter where Mumbai Indians posted 154 for 5 against Delhi Capitals, thanks to Nat Sciver-Brunt’s unbeaten 65. DC skipper Jemimah Rodrigues won the toss and chose to bowl, but MI’s middle order fought back fiercely. The innings started shakily with openers Sajana Sajeevan (9 off 9) and Hayley Matthews (12) both falling at 21 runs. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur then joined Sciver-Brunt to resurrect the innings with a 78-run partnership. Kaur smashed 41 off 33 deliveries, including seven boundaries, before holing out at 99. Sciver-Brunt, promoted to No. 3, delivered masterfully.…
The snowy slopes of Manali are hosting a spectacular Winter Carnival 2026, kicking off with immense fanfare and set to enchant visitors for five full days. This cultural fiesta brings alive traditions from across India, featuring dazzling parades, authentic costumes, and artistic displays that have tourists spellbound. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu’s presence as chief guest added official luster to the celebrations. Designed to promote local arts, customs, and cultural patrimony, the event turns Manali’s bustling Mall Road into a living museum of heritage. Performers in elaborate traditional garb mingled with excited crowds, offering a glimpse into bygone…
Hazaribagh’s Rakhi Sinha is set to create history by attending the Republic Day celebrations in Delhi, thanks to her exemplary role in the Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana. The Jharkhand resident from Charhi will watch the grand parade at Kartavya Path, a privilege earned through her tireless efforts in making quality medicines accessible to the underprivileged. Speaking to media, Rakhi shared her elation: ‘Being chosen for this is a dream come true. It validates the hard work we’ve put into helping the poor get affordable healthcare.’ Her center dispenses generic versions of branded drugs, slashing costs and ensuring treatment for…
Passengers across India have shown extraordinary enthusiasm for the nation’s pioneering Vande Bharat Sleeper train, with all tickets booking out almost instantly. The Railway Ministry shared this update on Tuesday, following the train’s inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Running between Howrah and Kamakhya, the service embodies years of anticipation for advanced sleeper trains. Its first commercial trip from Kamakhya departs on January 22, 2026, and from Howrah on January 23. Bookings opened at 8 AM on January 19, vanishing within hours on IRCTC and allied sites. “The response to Vande Bharat Shyan Yaan (27576) has been phenomenal,” stated the…
In a groundbreaking achievement for Indian healthcare, AIIMS Delhi’s surgical team has conducted more than 1,000 robotic-assisted surgeries within just 13 months. The announcement came Tuesday, highlighting the institute’s leap into futuristic medicine. Initiated slightly over a year ago, the program targets demanding operations where precision is paramount. The advanced robot has handled an impressive array: pancreaticoduodenectomies, total gastrectomies, esophagectomies, colectomies, anterior resections for GI cancers, kidney transplants, and minimally invasive removals of thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, and pancreatic tumors in hepato-biliary cases. Private facilities in major cities have long used robotics for specialties like urology and gynecology, but general surgery…