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Category: Chhattisgarh
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Two Naxalites, Including Senior Commander Dilip Bedja, Killed in Bijapur Encounter; Hunt on for Top Leader Papa Rao
Security forces achieved a major breakthrough in Bijapur on Saturday, killing two Naxalites, including Divisional Committee Member (DVCM) Dilip Bedja, in the National Park area. A joint operation by DRG, STF, and CoBRA is currently ongoing to locate top Maoist leader Papa Rao.
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Mission Bastar: CM Vishnu Deo Sai Sets 3-Year Deadline for ‘Naxal-Free’ Chhattisgarh; 29 Cadres Surrender in Sukma
In a major boost to Chhattisgarh’s “Naxal-Free” mission, 29 cadres have surrendered in Sukma, dismantling the DAKMS network in Darbha division. The breakthrough comes as CM Vishnu Deo Sai announces a decisive 3-year roadmap to end Left Wing Extremism, launching a “Mission Mode” development plan for Bastar’s remote interior.
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Dense Fog Paralyses Delhi-NCR: Zero Visibility on Key Highways Sparks Chaos, Accidents, and Massive Delays
New Delhi, January 15, 2026 — A thick blanket of dense fog engulfed Delhi-NCR on Wednesday morning, slashing visibility to near zero on major expressways and arterial roads. The hazardous conditions triggered widespread traffic chaos, multiple accidents, flight delays, and hours-long commutes as the IMD’s red alert for dense fog continues to grip northern India.
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Iran Crisis & The “Oil Shock”: Why Your Petrol Bill and the Rupee Might Be in Trouble
Global tensions are rising, and so are oil prices. As the US-Iran conflict escalates, we analyze the direct impact on the Indian economy. Find out why the Rupee might weaken, how petrol prices could surge, and what this means for your monthly budget in Chhattisgarh.
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SECL Officials Booked After ‘Flying Rock’ from Mine Blast Kills Farmer in Korba
Tensions escalated in Korba’s coal belt after a 60-year-old farmer was killed by a stray rock from an SECL mine blast. Police have registered an FIR against mining officials following a massive road blockade by villagers alleging severe safety negligence.
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U.S. Special Forces Capture Maduro in Dawn Raid; Washington Asserts Indefinite Control Over Venezuelan Oil
In a historic dawn raid, U.S. Special Forces have captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, ending his regime. As Washington asserts indefinite control over the nation’s vast oil reserves, global powers from Brussels to Moscow are reacting to this “geopolitical earthquake.”
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Bastar Pandum 2026 Kicks Off Today: A Grand Celebration of Tribal Soul and Heritage
Bastar Pandum 2026 begins today, marking the start of a month-long celebration of Chhattisgarh’s tribal heritage. With competitions expanded to 12 disciplines and a three-tier schedule, the festival aims to redefine Bastar’s identity from conflict to cultural vibrancy. Read full details on the schedule and significance.
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Major Blow to Naxalism: 63 Maoists with ₹1.19 Cr Bounty Surrender in Dantewada
In a significant boost to anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh, 63 Maoist cadres surrendered before security forces in Dantewada on Friday. The group, which includes 18 women, carried a collective government bounty of ₹1.19 crore. Officials attribute the mass surrender to the success of the ‘Lone Varratu’ and ‘Puna Margam’ rehabilitation campaigns.
