CPI MAOIST
Red card for Maobappe from Mai-Bappe state: Chinese, dimagi Maoists on a totally different la liga
Kylian Mbappe stirred controversy with a joke about a Chinese dictator, which came back to haunt him months later. His meme, featuring his face overlaid on an image of Mao Zedong, drew sharp criticism. In response, Chinese brands severed ties, and La Liga faced a suspension on state TV.
Gold biscuit recovery from Maoist supply dumps: Risking life but not wealth, rebels picked safe haven asset
A Maoist dump is a concealed underground cache, usually deep in the forest and sometimes placed in plastic drums or other containers before being camouflaged with soil, wood and fallen leaves. From these dumps, authorities have recovered at least 8 kg of gold in the past two years.
2013 Jheeram Ghati attack: NIA court awards death to 10 convicts
A special NIA court awarded death penalties to ten convicted Maoist cadres. These individuals were found guilty in the 2013 Jheeram Ghati massacre case. The planned attack by CPI (Maoist) cadres resulted in many deaths and injuries. The court convicted them under various stringent acts for their involvement. Justice remains incomplete as masterminds continue to evade capture.
Old Reds return to Bastar: The state treads cautiously as 3,000 former Maoists make their homecoming
The homecoming of over 3,000 former Maoists is no easy task in Bastar. Over 1,000 of them are being kept in rehabilitation centres to shield them from possible wrath of villagers and to prevent renewed radicalisation.
Gadchiroli villagers oppose former Maoist leader's appointment as Gram Sabha coordinator by varsity
Gondwana University has sparked significant backlash by appointing a former Maoist leader as the coordinator for gram sabhas in Gadchiroli. Many local residents, who have suffered from the atrocities of Maoist violence, feel deeply betrayed by this decision. In response, they've submitted a memorandum to the collector demanding the appointment be revoked. If their concerns aren't addressed, villagers are prepared to initiate protests against the university’s controversial decision.
From guns to reform: Ex-Maoist leader Bhupathi to work for tribal rights
A former Maoist commander has surrendered and now coordinates a university program. Bhupathi will work to secure legal rights for tribal communities in Gadchiroli. He will inform villagers about their rights under specific government acts. His role involves helping with documentation and correcting forest-rights claims.
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Devji, other surrendered Maoists plan to urge Centre to lift ban on CPI (Maoist)
Surrendered CPI (Maoist) leader Tippiri Tirupati, alias Devji, plans to approach Union Home Minister Amit Shah seeking the lifting of the ban on the outfit, saying surrendered Maoists want to work legally on people's issues. Tirupati, a former top commander, also sought freedom of movement for surrendered cadres from Telangana police.
Misir Besra arrested: CPI (Maoist) politburo member wanted in 141 cases held in Jharkhand
Misir Besra, a senior CPI (Maoist) politburo member carrying a reward of over Rs 1 crore and wanted in 141 cases, has been arrested from Jharkhand's Dhanbad district, police said. Two other Maoists were also held during the operation, while 16 Maoists, including members carrying combined rewards, surrendered before Jharkhand Police on Tuesday.
NIA chargesheets sixth accused in CPI (Maoist) revival conspiracy case linked to Bihar Magadh zone
The National Investigation Agency has leveled charges against a sixth individual in a Maoist conspiracy case that aims to rejuvenate the banned organization's operations in Bihar. Chandan Kumar, arrested in Mumbai in January 2026, is purportedly involved in financing the CPI (Maoist). The agency has now filed its third chargesheet in a special court in Ranchi concerning this matter.
20 Maoists led by commander Badse Sukka surrender before Telangana police
This surrender sounded the death knell for the People's Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA) and the Telangana State committee of the CPI (Maoist) party. The surrendering group turned over the ‘arms dumps’ of the PLGA, including that associated with Hiduma and Badse, a press release from the police said on Saturday.
41 Maoists surrender to Telangana police
Forty-one CPI (Maoist) cadres, including six senior leaders, surrendered to Telangana police, handing over 24 firearms. This significant erosion of the banned organization's strength and morale stems from arbitrary deployments and logistical hardships. The surrender highlights the steady decline of the CPI (Maoist) in the region.
NIA charge sheets four in CPI (Maoist) case
The National Investigation Agency has charge-sheeted four more individuals in a CPI (Maoist) case linked to promoting terror activities in Chhattisgarh. Three accused were office bearers of the banned Moolwasi Bachao Manch, a frontal organisation. The fourth, an armed cadre, remains absconding. All four were actively engaged in raising, collecting, and distributing funds for the banned CPI (Maoist) outfit.
NIA arrests man for supplying drone to CPI (Maoist) to further violent anti-national activities
The NIA arrested Vishal Singh for supplying a drone to the banned CPI (Maoist) to aid their violent activities. Singh, a member of the outfit, delivered the drone in Bihar and provided technical training to other cadres.
NIA conducts searches in Jharkhand's Chatra in CPI (Maoist) splinter group conspiracy case
On Monday, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches in Chatra district, Jharkhand, in connection with a CPI (Maoist) splinter group conspiracy case. Officials seized several mobile phones and SIM cards. This operation is part of an investigation into extortion, levy collection, and money laundering activities by the TSPC, a CPI (Maoist) splinter group.
Bihar murder case: NIA files charge sheet against 4 top CPI(Maoist) leaders
The NIA had taken over the case from the state police on June 24 last year. Subsequent investigations led to the arrest of nine persons and the NIA had filed supplementary charge sheets against four persons in February and June this year.
NIA conducts multiple raids to scuttle CPI (Maoist) revival attempts in UP
NIA has conducted raids in Uttar Pradesh to prevent the banned CPI (Maoist) from re-establishing its activities in the state. The raids were carried out at multiple locations in Prayagraj, Chandauli, Varanasi, Deoria, and Azamgarh districts. During the raids, digital devices, literature, and other incriminating documents were seized. The NIA spokesperson stated that several front organizations and student wings were tasked with recruiting cadres and promoting the ideology of the CPI (Maoist) to wage war against the Indian government.
Special NIA court awards 8-year jail term to five in PLA-CPI(Maoist) nexus case
Three of the convicts -- N Dilip Singh of Manipur, and Senjam Dhiren Singh and Arnold Singh of Assam -- belonged to the proscribed terrorist organisation People's Liberation Army (PLA), while the other two -- Indranil Chanda and Amit Bagchi of West Bengal -- are members of the CPI (Maoist), a National Investigation Agency (NIA) spokesperson said.
Assam police arrests two Maoist leaders
Assam police stated acting on a tip off about the movement and illegal/terror related activities of Maoist leader namely Kanchan Da, who is member of the Central committee cum ideologue and strategist of CPI-Maoist, being present in general area near tri-junction of districts Cachar, Dima Hasao of Assam and Tamenglong district of Manipur, and keeping himself hidden there along with his associates.
‘Emissaries’ finalised to seek CRPF man’s release
TOI has learnt from reliable sources that the Chhattisgarh police have roped in a set of ‘independent’ emissaries to open a dialogue with the Maoists holding Manhas in their custody. On Wednesday, the CPI(Maoist) put out a photograph of Manhas in which he was looking fine.
CPI (Maoist) scouting for urban and intellectual youth to fill ranks
The CPI (Maoist) has failed to build its second-rung of leaders due to lack of educated youths in its ranks.
Chhattisgarh government extends ban on outlawed CPI(Maoist)
The CPI(Maoist) was first banned along with its affiliates in Chhattisgarh in April 2006 under section 3 of Chhattisgarh Special Public Security Act-2005.
CPI-Maoist says committed 'mistakes' during Lalgarh stir
The banned CPI (Maoist) has said it committed "mistakes" during the Lalgarh movement by killing people and removing their bodies covertly.
Naxal activities in Kerala have increased manifold: Government
Home Ministry said in recent times, CPI (Maoist) is focusing on a southern theatre in the tri-junction of Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Chhattisgarh Govt extends ban on CPI-Maoist, affiliates
Chhattisgarh has extended by one more year the ban on top Naxal outfit CPI- Maoist and half a dozen organisations affiliated with it.
CPI-Maoist planning to strengthen base in NE
CPI(Maoist), on the backfoot after operations in Saranda, is planning to strengthen itself with tie-ups with insurgent groups in the Northeast.
Naxals making forays into southern states
The Naxals are making forays into Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu under the supervision of the South West Regional Bureau of CPI(Maoist) and engaged in establishing a forest route in the area.
Maoists allege Azad was killed in cold blood, call 2-day bandh
Smarting from the big blow dealt by counter-Naxal forces with the killing of top CPI(Maoist) leader Cherukuri Rajkumar, alias, Azad on Friday, Maoists have called for a two-day nation-wide shutdown .
Top Maoist leader Azad killed in AP
The Andhra Pradesh police on Friday gunned down top CPI (Maoist) leader and polit bureau member, Cherukuri Rajkumar alias Azad.
Maoists issue threat to PM, Sonia, Chidambaram
CPI (Maoist) issued threat to PM, Sonia Gandhi & Chidambaram.
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