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School Holiday October 28: Are schools closed in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and other states due to Cyclone Arnab? Check state-wise updates
School holiday due to cyclone Arnab: Odisha and Andhra Pradesh have closed schools and Anganwadi centres in multiple districts due to Cyclone Arnab. The cyclone is predicted to bring heavy rain and strong winds starting October 27. Rains are anticipated in Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand as the storm approaches the coast. Authorities have established relief measures including cyclone shelters and medical teams on standby.
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.
Chhattisgarh: 22 Naxalites surrender in Sukma district
Twenty-two Naxalites surrendered in Sukma, Chhattisgarh on Tuesday. They joined the government's 'Poona Margem' rehabilitation scheme. Police and CRPF officials facilitated the surrenders. The Maoist influence is declining due to ongoing operations and development projects. Surrendered cadres received financial assistance and will be rehabilitated. Over 1,500 Naxalites surrendered in the state in 2025.
29 Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
Chattisgarh news: Twenty-nine Maoists surrendered in Sukma, Chhattisgarh. This included Podiam Budhra, a leader with a ₹2 lakh reward. The surrender occurred under the 'Poona Margem' initiative. A new security camp in Gogunda played a key role. Anti-Maoist operations intensified, disrupting rebel activities. This follows other recent surrenders in the region. The Centre aims to eliminate Maoism by March 31.
29 Naxalites surrender in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma under state rehabilitation scheme29 Naxalites surrender in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
In a significant development, twenty-nine Naxalites have voluntarily laid down their arms in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, opting into a government rehabilitation program. Among them was a cadre who had a bounty of two lakh rupees on his head.
3 Maoists with ₹15 lakh bounty killed in Sukma encounter
Security forces neutralized three Maoists in Sukma, Chhattisgarh. Among the deceased was a sniper specialist wanted for the killing of an additional SP. The encounter occurred during an anti-Maoist operation in Tumalpad village. The police have urged armed cadres to surrender and rejoin society. This operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat Naxalite activities in the region.
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CRPF jawan injured in IED blast in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan was injured in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Sunday when a pressure Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted by Naxalites detonated. The incident occurred during an area domination operation in the forested hills near Gogunda. The injured jawan sustained leg injuries and is being airlifted to Raipur for further treatment.
Weapons, violence cannot bring change, peace can: Home Minister Amit Shah's message after Sukma Naxal encounter
Union Home Minister Amit Shah commended security forces on their successful operation in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, where 16 Naxalites were neutralised and a cache of automatic weapons recovered. He reiterated the government's commitment to eradicating Naxalism by March 31, 2026, following specific intelligence-led joint operations.
Maoism like cancer, need to hit at its root to eradicate it: Chhattisgarh CM Sai
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai emphasized the need to tackle Maoism by targeting its root, likening it to cancer. In the past year, over 230 Maoists have been killed, and significant development projects worth Rs 205 crore have been initiated in Sukma to counter Maoist influence and boost local growth.
One jawan injured as IED planted by Naxals explodes in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
A District Reserve Guard (DRG) jawan was injured in an IED blast planted by Naxals in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Sunday. The incident occurred between Raigudem and Tumalpad area. Earlier this week, ten Naxals were killed in an encounter with the DRG in the same district.
Security forces kill 10 Naxalites in Chhattisgarh encounter; peace back in Bastar, says CM Sai
In a significant victory for Chhattisgarh's anti-Naxalite operations, security forces neutralized ten Maoists, including three women, during an encounter in Sukma district. The operation yielded a cache of weapons and resulted in the deaths of key figures within the Maoist hierarchy.
One Naxal killed in encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
"One Naxal has been neutralised in an encounter with security forces in Sukma. His body and weapons have been recovered and the search operation is underway," Sukma Superintendent of Police (SP) Kiran Chavan said speaking to ANI.
14 Naxals killed near Sukma in Chhattisgarh
The gunbattle took place this morning in a forest area in south Sukma, around 500 km from Raipur
Four Maoists 'behind' attack on CRPF jawans in Sukma fall in security net
Top sources told TOI that the cadres were arrested on Wednesday evening from Phoolbadri area in Sukma, which is not very far from the attack site in Burkapal.
In 'war' against Naxals, police pins hope on road construction in Sukma district
Last month, 25 CRPF jawans were slain in one of the deadliest Naxal attacks in Sukma district. The attack came when they were guarding an under-construction road.
Rajnath condemns Chhattisgarh Naxal attack
Nine CRPF personnel were today killed after suspected Naxals blew up their mine-protected vehicle in Chhattisgarh's Sukma.
MoS Home Hansraj Ahir reviews schemes in Sukma; bats for development
The Minister of State for Home chaired a meeting in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district where 25 CRPF personnel were killed in a deadly naxal attack last week.
Many children have not seen the Tricolour, only Lal Salam and black flags: Sukma district magistrate
There are 146 gram panchayats in Sukma district. Functioning in 80 of 146 panchayats is not a big challenge, said District Magistrate Niraj Kumar Bansod.
Saddened over killing of CRPF personnel in Sukma attack: PM Narendra Modi
"Saddened by the killing of CRPF personnel in Sukma. Tributes to the martyrs & condolences to their families. May the injured recover quickly," Modi tweeted.
Rajnath Singh may soon visit naxal-affected Sukma in Chhattisgarh
Home Minister Rajnath Singh may soon visit Sukma, one of the worst naxal-affected districts in Chhattisgarh.
Naxals torch bus in Chhattisgarh, none hurt
The police said the incident occurred near Chingavaram village under Gadiras police station limits when the bus was on its way to Sukma district headquarter from Dantewda.
Sukma crackdown vital to combat Naxal menace, says police
Security forces need to make significant inroads into Sukma, considered the strongest military base of the Maoist movement in the country, police officials feel.
Two CoBRA jawans injured in pressure bomb blast in Sukma, Chhattisgarh
The incident took place when a contingent of 206 CoBRA unit was carrying out a combing operation in restive forests under Chintagufa police station limits.
Chhattisgarh Police were warned about Naxal movement in Sukma district
Preliminary probe into Naxal ambush in Sukma district has indicated involvement of Darbha unit leader Surendra, sources in Chhattisgarh Police said.
Naxal-affected Sukma likely to be brought under IAP
The government has classified Sukma as one of the 26 worst affected districts by the Naxal menace, and the area has reported 80% violence in the past three years.
No deal in release of Sukma Collector Alex Paul Menon: Chattisgarh CM
Chattisgarh CM Raman Singh and the Maoists' mediators said there was no secret deal behind the release of Sukma Collector Alex Paul Menon.
Chhattisgarh hostage crisis: Sukma Collector Alex Paul Menon to be released today
Sukma Collector Alex Paul Menon is expected to be freed by this evening when he will be handed over to the two mediators handpicked by the captors.
Family, friends rejoice Sukma collector Alex Paul Menon's release
"I feel happy as a parrot that has just been let off from a cage," said Varadhas, father of Sukma Collector Alex Paul Menon.
Abducted Sukma district collector's health stable: Manish Kunjam
Manish Kunjam, who today returned after delivering medicines to abducted Sukma district collector Alex Paul Menon, said the IAS officer's health was "stable".
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