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From Naxal-affected state to a growth story: Chhattisgarh turns 25

November 06, 2025 3:55 pm

Rooted in tradition and partnership, the state is ready for the future with pride and purpose

A 40 kg IED disposed off by the security forces in Sukma. (Screenshot: X/@ANI)

Security forces neutralise 40 kg IED planted by Naxalites in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

October 28, 2025 4:30 pm

A joint team of the Central Reserve Police Force's (CRPF) 159th battalion and district police unearthed the explosive along the Fulbagdi-Badeshetti road.

Roses, the Constitution, and posing for cameras: As 210 Naxals lay down arms in Abujhmad, why it's a big deal

October 17, 2025 8:21 pm

Naxalism in Abujhmad, also known as Maad, is almost over, Chhattisgarh police said, marking a major milestone for an area that has long been a Maoist stronghold

The Maoist insurgency peaked in the 2000s, which saw unprecedented violence between the insurgents and security forces. This is a photo of a training camp on the banks of Amanat river in the Patan block of Palamu district, under the leadership of Zonal Commander Giriji, in 2007. (File)

A red sunset? Why Maoist movement is on the decline

October 03, 2025 1:33 pm

In 2025 alone, 270 Naxalites have been killed and 680 arrested, with another 1,225 having surrendered to authorities, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Sunday

During the gram sabha held Tuesday, around 70–75 residents submitted a resolution to Satya Sai Kartik, Additional Superintendent of Police, Aheri (Pranhita), and handed over one ‘Bharmar’ rifle to the police, showing their support in the fight against Maoist activities.

Markanar village says no to Maoists, declare ‘gaonbandi’

October 01, 2025 8:59 pm

During a gram sabha, residents supported the ban and handed a 'Bharmar' rifle to the police as a gesture of commitment against Naxal activities.

Naxal-hit Bijapur’s big challenge: Getting 9,650 children back to school

August 11, 2025 12:51 pm

A survey conducted by the district administration in May showed more girls than boys have not been to school, while more boys dropped out

The idea that the Prime Minister had walked the same streets made us feel proud. Elite, even.

You can draw cities on maps, but they truly exist in memory

June 08, 2025 5:34 pm

As someone who moved every few years — six schools, two colleges, and a map dotted with places such as Asansol, Patna, Madras, Bidar, Ooty, Bagdogra, Chabua, Gwalior, Bhatinda, Noida, Delhi, London, Mumbai, and Doha — my memory of any place was rarely geographic. It was always narrative

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Jharkhand police bust Naxals' hideout in Khunti village

January 09, 2016 12:22 pm

Jharkhand, Jan 09 (ANI): The Jharkhand police on Saturday busted a Naxal hideout in Khunti village.The police have seized three rifles, cylinder bombs and more than 600 bullets.