FEMALE NAXALITE
Top woman Naxal killed in Chhattisgarh
A female Naxalite was killed in a gunfight with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district during a large-scale anti-Naxal operation. The encounter occurred in the forest near Karregutta hills along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border. Since the operation began on April 21, security forces have recovered the bodies of four female Maoists in the area, along with a .
CRPF launches biggest operation of 2025; three Naxals killed
A joint operation by the CRPF and Chhattisgarh police along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border has resulted in the killing of three female Naxalites. Launched on Monday, the extensive offensive involves nearly 5,000 troops and advanced technology to neutralize Maoist leader Hidma.
14 Maoists killed along Odisha-Chhattisgarh border
Speaking to ET, Chhattisgarh's Gariaband district Superintendent of Police Nikhil Rakhecha said the bodies of 14 male and female Naxalites have been recovered and the operation is continuing. One of them has been identified as Jayram, alias Chalpati, a central committee member of the CPI (Maoist), and another senior cadre whose details are still being verified.
3 Naxalites killed in encounter with police in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli
Three Naxalites, including two females, were killed in an encounter with security forces in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district. The operation was based on intelligence indicating the presence of Perimili Dalam members planning subversive activities. C-60 commandos were deployed for the search, and upon encountering Naxalite fire, they retaliated, resulting in the casualties. Vasu, the Perimili Dalam commander, was among those killed. Weapons and Naxal literature were recovered. The operation is part of ongoing efforts against Naxal activities, especially during their Tactical Counter Offensive Campaign.
Maharashtra Lok Sabha Election 2024 phase-1 Nagpur, Chandrapur, Ramtek on April 19: Check key candidates, constituencies, other details
Maharashtra Lok Sabha Election 2024 phase-1: The first phase of the 2024 Maharashtra Lok Sabha elections is set for April 19, covering five key constituencies: Ramtek, Nagpur, Bhandara-Gondiya, Gadchiroli-Chimur, and Chandrapur. With 97 candidates in the fray and over 95.54 lakh registered voters, the stage is set for a significant electoral event. The BJP, Congress, and other parties are gearing up for intense battles in these crucial constituencies.
15 women among 29 naxals killed in Chhattisgarh encounter, Says IG
29 Maoists killed in Chhattisgarh encounter, including 15 women. Large arms stash recovered. Ongoing autopsies confirmed. Joint BSF operation in Chhotabethiya area. Shankar and Lalita among deceased. State Congress raises doubts about innocent villagers' involvement.
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10 Naxalites including woman killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur: IG Bastar
In Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, security forces engaged in an encounter with Naxalites, resulting in the deaths of ten Naxals, including a female insurgent. The operation, conducted by DRG, CRPF, STF, and Cobra Jawans, recovered weapons from the slain insurgents.
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The bustling political landscape of Madhya Pradesh witnessed a culmination of high-decibel campaigning on Wednesday evening in anticipation of the upcoming assembly polls scheduled for November 17. Leaders from various contesting parties traversed the state extensively, engaging in a spectrum of activities from impassioned rallies to energetic roadshows.
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Madhya Pradesh is set to go to the polls on Friday, with 2,533 candidates vying for the 230 assembly seats. Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and his predecessor Kamal Nath are among the contenders in a fierce contest between the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress. The state has made extensive arrangements for the single-phase voting, which will take place across all 230 assembly seats.
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Over 20 million people are eligible to vote in the upcoming Chhattisgarh Assembly polls scheduled for November 7 and 17. The Election Commission of India has implemented the model code of conduct following the announcement of the state's poll schedule. The counting of votes will take place on December 3. The first phase of polling will cover twenty constituencies, while the remaining 70 seats will be contested in the second phase. Various measures are being implemented to ensure a smooth and secure voting process.
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The saree-clad crime investigator
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Campaign ends for first phase of Chhattisgarh polls, Naxal issue dominates
Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a rally on Friday took on the Congress, accusing it of backing "urban Naxals" who, he said, were "remote-controlling" the Maoist insurgency in this region.
CRPF's 'Bastariya Battalion' to fight against Maoists in Chhattisgarh
A special recruitment drive will be started in four districts of the region - Sukma, Dantewada, Narayanpur and Bijapur - in a few days with an aim to find 744 recruits.
Hizbul Mujahideen and Jaish-e-Mohammed used children in J&K says UN report
Noting "grave violations", it said three incidents of recruitment and use of children by the two terror outfits were reported in Jammu and Kashmir during clashes with the security forces.
Assembly elections, GST, high-profile cases mark 2017
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Female Empowerment? Not in Kerala
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Low turnout as violence mars Chhattisgarh polls
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