Author: The World Opinion

Chhattisgarh’s government has introduced a significant relief package for small businesses, including a waiver of VAT liabilities up to ₹25,000 for dues older than a decade. This initiative will benefit more than 40,000 traders and help reduce the backlog of over 62,000 pending cases. The announcements came after a cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. The cabinet approved two crucial bills: the Chhattisgarh Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill 2025 and the Chhattisgarh Arrears Tax, Interest, and Penalty Settlement (Amendment) Bill 2025. These bills are slated to be presented in the upcoming monsoon session. The changes aim…

The decision to increase electricity prices in Chhattisgarh has sparked a political confrontation. The Congress has declared a phased protest, while the Chief Minister, Vishnu Deo Sai, has clarified that the rise will not affect the poor or farmers. The Chief Minister explained that under the ‘Half Electricity Scheme,’ relief is being provided to the poor. Domestic consumers will experience an increase of only 10 to 20 paise per unit. Farmers will face an increase of 50 paise per unit, yet the government is providing free electricity up to 3000 units for consumers using up to 3 HP, with the…

Police in Ranchi, Jharkhand, have cracked down on a large-scale brown sugar trafficking operation. The investigation revealed connections to Sasaram, Bihar. An SIT was formed to target drug traffickers in Bihar, leading to the unearthing of an interstate gang. The central figure in this operation was identified as Mohini Sharma, also known as Mohini Devi, a 65-year-old woman. She is considered the main perpetrator. Based on her statements, four other individuals involved in the brown sugar trade were arrested. The arrested included Mohini Sharma (65), Sumit Tirkey (22), Paras Kumar alias ‘Golu’ (25), Mohammad Ismail (29), and a minor. Kotwali…

The Chhattisgarh government has introduced a new initiative allowing vehicle owners to reuse their old vehicle’s preferred or choice registration numbers on new vehicles. The decision was made during a cabinet meeting held at the Mahanadi Bhawan, under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. Transport Secretary S. Prakash and Transport Commissioner D. Ravi Shankar have stated that all technical preparations for this system are complete. Those whose old vehicle registrations are officially cancelled can now use the same number on a new vehicle of the same type, or on vehicles with an NOC from other states. To utilize…

During a cancer summit in Ranchi, Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar emphasized that battling cancer goes beyond medical solutions, requiring compassion and a collective approach. He explained that the disease significantly impacts a patient’s physical health and the mental, social, and emotional stability of their family. Consequently, empathy, faith, and care are essential, along with medical treatments. The Governor highlighted the difficulties in providing healthcare, particularly in rural areas. He lauded the ‘Ayushman Bharat’ initiative as a positive step by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and emphasized the collaborative effort necessary for its success, involving doctors, hospitals, state governments, and society. He…

The Chhattisgarh government has announced significant measures to support small businesses and streamline taxation. A key decision involves the waiving of VAT liabilities for small traders, specifically those with outstanding dues up to ₹25,000 that are over 10 years old. This move is poised to assist more than 40,000 traders, alongside bringing an end to legal battles in over 62,000 pending cases. The decisions were finalized during a cabinet meeting presided over by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, approving the drafts of the “Chhattisgarh Goods and Services Tax Amendment Bill” and “Chhattisgarh Outstanding Tax, Interest, and Penalty Settlement Amendment Bill…

Following the release of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)’s preliminary report on the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, Yashpal Singh Vansadia, who lost his parents in the incident, is seeking answers regarding the implemented safety protocols. He has raised queries about the timely and proper execution of all necessary safety checks on the aircraft. “Based on the report, which highlights a situation where one pilot inquired about the switch, it seems there were some technical problems,” Vansadia remarked. “Were all the preventive checks of the aircraft conducted? I seek answers to these important questions.” The tragic event resulted…

The State GST Department in Chhattisgarh has initiated a large-scale crackdown, conducting raids in Raipur, Bilaspur, Korba, Durg, Raigarh, and Jagdalpur. The operation targeted 25 locations associated with businesses involved in gutkha, clothing, transportation, footwear, and dry fruit trading. The surprise raids caused immediate disruption at many sites. Preliminary findings indicate that several firms declared large turnovers but significantly underpaid or completely evaded taxes. Document scrutiny revealed instances of bogus billing and fraudulent claims for input tax credit. TL Dhruv, the State GST Special Commissioner, emphasized that the department would not tolerate tax evasion and will take stringent action. Legal…

The community of Narayanpur, Chhattisgarh, witnessed an inspiring act of heroism when two soldiers ran 10 kilometers to donate blood and save the lives of two young boys, Rohit Dugga and Roshan Dugga. The children were hospitalized due to malaria and a critical blood deficiency. Their condition necessitated immediate blood transfusions, prompting their father to seek assistance. After a social media post by a local journalist highlighted the need, the 29th Battalion COB, under Commander Dushyant Raj Jaiswal, quickly mobilized. Soldiers Suvendra Ghosh and Nilesh Kumar volunteered and, prioritizing the children’s lives, ran from COB Nelwad to the district hospital…

Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Education Minister, has accused Rahul Gandhi of disrespecting Odisha’s culture during his recent visit. Pradhan expressed that Gandhi should have apologized for the historical actions of the Congress party. He criticized Gandhi’s actions regarding the ‘khandua pata,’ a sacred cloth. Pradhan mentioned that Gandhi’s actions showed a lack of knowledge and respect for Odia culture. He also addressed Gandhi’s accusations against the Odisha government and Gautam Adani. In a separate event, Pradhan attended the birth centenary celebration of the writer Bidyutprabha Devi in Bhubaneswar. He praised the Odisha Sahitya Akademi and the Odia community for organizing…