GARIABAND DISTRICT
Cinema style smuggling bid foiled in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve in Gariaband
Authorities in Gariaband district successfully thwarted a teak smuggling operation. Inspired by a popular film, smugglers attempted to hide valuable timber in a pond and backyards. A joint police and forest team, aided by a dog squad, recovered the illegal planks. One individual was apprehended, while seven others remain at large.
77 Maoists surrendered before Odisha Police since January 2025: DGP
Odisha's Director General of Police YB Khurania reported a significant number of Maoist surrenders. Seventy-seven Maoists laid down arms in Odisha and twenty-three in neighboring Chhattisgarh from January 2025 to March this year. Security forces also neutralized twenty-seven Maoists in encounters. A small Maoist group remains active in border regions.
Nine Naxalites with Rs 47 lakh bounty surrender in Chhattisgarh’s Dhamtari
Nine Naxalites surrendered in Chhattisgarh's Dhamtari district. The group included seven women and carried rewards totaling Rs 47 lakh. They cited disillusionment with Maoist ideology and forest life hardships. The state government's rehabilitation policy also influenced their decision. This development marks a significant blow to Maoist activities in the region. Authorities continue efforts to encourage further surrenders.
Chhattisgarh's Bijapur encounter: Naxalite with ₹5 lakh bounty killed
A Naxalite carrying a Rs 5 lakh reward was killed in an encounter with security forces in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh. The exchange of fire occurred during an anti-Naxal operation. The killed cadre was identified as Fagnu Madvi. Security forces also seized weapons and explosive materials. This incident brings the total Naxalites killed in Chhattisgarh this year to 285.
12 Naxals, 3 DRG cops killed in encounter in Bijapur; Maoists toll at 275 so far this year
A fierce encounter in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district resulted in the deaths of twelve Naxalites and three District Reserve Guard personnel. Two other DRG jawans were injured during the gunfight. Security forces recovered arms and ammunition from the encounter site. This operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat Left-wing extremism in the region.
Three Naxalites killed in encounter with cops in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
Security forces neutralized three Naxalites in a fierce encounter in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Sunday. The gun battle erupted during an anti-Maoist operation in the Bhejji and Chintagufa areas. This incident brings the total Naxalite fatalities in Chhattisgarh this year to 262, with a significant number eliminated in the Bastar region.
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Three Naxalites gunned down in encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh
Three Naxalites, including area committee members, were killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district on Sunday. The gun battle in Ravas forest led to the recovery of bodies and weapons, with intermittent firing still underway. This brings the year's total Naxalite fatalities in Chhattisgarh to 252.
Two Maoists killed had Rs 3.6 cr bounty
Security forces killed two top Maoist leaders in Chhattisgarh. Katta Ramchandra Reddy and Kadri Satyanarayan Reddy had huge bounties on their heads. The operation occurred on the Chhattisgarh-Maharashtra border. Recent operations have eliminated several key Maoist figures. The government aims to eradicate Naxalism by March 2026. Weapons were recovered from the encounter site.
Two naxals killed in Chhattisgarh encounter
In Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district, a fierce encounter between security forces and Naxalites resulted in the death of two Naxals. The gun battle occurred during a search operation in Abhujmaad forest, near Maharashtra, prompted by intelligence about Naxalite presence. Authorities seized a substantial cache of explosives, weapons, and Maoist propaganda from the site, intensifying ongoing search efforts in the area.
Major victory against Naxals, 2 top leaders killed: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that security forces have achieved a significant victory against Naxalites, eliminating two top leaders, Katta Ramachandra Reddy and Kadri Satyanarayan Reddy, along the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border. The operation took place in the Abujhmad region of Narayanpur, resulting in the recovery of weapons, explosives, and Maoist literature.
Two Naxalites killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur; weapons, explosive items seized
In Narayanpur district of Chhattisgarh, a gun battle occurred. Security forces engaged with Naxalites in Abhujmaad forest. Two Naxalites died during the encounter. Authorities recovered weapons and explosives from the site. Search operations are still ongoing. So far, 249 Naxalites have been killed in Chhattisgarh this year. Earlier this month, ten Naxalites were killed in Gariaband district.
Woman Maoist with Rs 5 lakh bounty killed in Sukma
In Sukma district of Chhattisgarh, security forces killed a wanted Maoist woman. Buski Nuppo carried a reward of Rs 5 lakh. The encounter occurred during a search operation. Police recovered a rifle, cartridges, and explosives from the site. Nuppo was involved in nine violent incidents. So far this year, 247 Maoists have been killed in Chhattisgarh.
2 Naxalites killed in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur carried Rs 16 lakh bounty
In Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, security forces neutralized two Naxalites, Hidma Podiyam and Munna Madkam, carrying a combined bounty of Rs 16 lakh. The operation in the south-west forests yielded weapons and Maoist materials. This year, 243 Naxalites have been killed in Chhattisgarh, with a significant number eliminated in the Bastar division, marking a major blow to the outlawed CPI (Maoists).
2 Maoists killed in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur encounter
In Chhattisgarh's Bijapur, a recent encounter resulted in the death of two alleged Maoists. The gun battle occurred during an anti-Maoist operation in a forest area. Security personnel recovered weapons and explosives from the site. Earlier, ten Maoists were killed in Gariaband district. So far this year, 243 Maoists have been killed in Chhattisgarh.
10 Naxalites killed in encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh
Security forces killed at least ten Naxalites in Gariaband district, Chhattisgarh. The encounter occurred during an anti-Naxalite operation. Modem Balakrishna, a senior CPI (Maoist) leader, is likely among the dead. The operation involved STF, CoBRA, and state police units. This year, 241 Naxalites have been killed in Chhattisgarh. Operations were launched based on intelligence about Naxalite movements.
How a 21-year-old ended up getting calls from Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers; here’s what happened
A bizarre mix-up resulted in cricketer Rajat Patidar's former mobile number being reassigned to Manish Bisi, a 21-year-old from Chhattisgarh. This led to a series of calls from prominent cricketers like Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers, who mistakenly believed they were contacting Patidar.
14 Naxalites killed in encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Gariaband
At least 14 Naxalites, including a senior cadre, were killed in a joint operation by security forces on the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border. The operation involved the CRPF, SoG Odisha, and Chhattisgarh Police and resulted in the death of high-ranking member Jairam, with ongoing exchanges potentially increasing Maoist casualties.
Two women Naxalites killed, CoBRA commando injured in Chhattisgarh encounter
Two women Naxalites were killed and a CoBRA commando injured in an encounter between security forces and Naxalites in Chhattisgarh's Gariaband district. The operation, involving DRG, CRPF, CoBRA, and SOG personnel, is ongoing along the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border. With this incident, 28 Naxalites have been killed in Chhattisgarh this January.
3 maoists killed in encounter with security forces
Security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district killed three Maoists during an anti-Naxalite operation in Indravati National Park. The operation is part of efforts to eradicate Maoism by March 2026. Twelve Naxalites have been killed this year, with significant encounters in Narayanpur, Sukma, and Gariaband. Maoist activities continue to challenge security forces in the region.
3 Naxalites killed in encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur
Three Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district. The gunfight occurred in the Indravati National Park area during an anti-Naxalite operation. Firearms and explosives were recovered. This year, 12 Naxalites have been killed in separate encounters in the state. Last year, security forces neutralized 219 Naxalites in the state.
Four Naxalites, cop killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh
Four Naxalites and a District Reserve Guard head constable were killed in an encounter in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region during a joint anti-Naxalite operation by the DRG and Special Task Force. Automatic weapons were also recovered. The Chief Minister vowed to continue the fight against Naxalism.
Chhattisgarh polls: 70.59 pc voter turnout recorded in 2nd phase for 70 seats
Polling in 70 constituencies began at 8 am and concluded at 5 pm, except in nine polling booths in the Naxal-affected Bindranawagarh seat in Gariaband district, where voting was held from 7 am till 3 pm for security reasons, a poll official said.
Rains lash Chhattisgarh; flood-like situation in Gariaband
People living in kutcha houses in rain-hit areas have been asked to shift to panchayat buildings, while those staying in low-lying areas in Gariaband town were told to move to Mangal Bhawan.
216 Naxals killed in encounters in Chhattisgarh in three years: Government
In a written reply to a question by Congress MLA Dhanendra Sahu, state Home Minister Tamradhwaj Sahu said, "216 naxals were killed and 966 surrendered from 2018-19 till November 30 this year."
Chhattisgarh polls live updates: 25.2% votes casted till 12 noon
This is the last of the two-phase polls to the 90-member assembly in Chhattisgarh where the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has been in power for the last 15 years.
Ultra High Temperature-processed milk to be available in Chhattisgarh's govt schools: Raman Singh, CM
The flavoured milk would be distributed by the Chhattisgarh Rajya Dugdh Mahasangh to anganwadis, schools and CRPF camps once in a week.
Chattisgarh government to launch anti-malaria drive in 2000 villages
The health Department has constituted 379 teams for spraying mosquito repellant in 15 lakh houses of around 2000 villages,
Chhattisgarh police demands money spent on last rites from martyr's family
Chief Minister Raman Singh has ordered suspension of the official, who had issued the notice, and also sought explanation from Gariaband District's Superintendent of Police.
Hardcore Maoist surrenders in Odisha
An active Area Committee Member of Goraband Dalam, Sivabati Markami, surrendered before the police saying she was disillusioned with the exploitation in the rebel outfit.
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