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Raipur: The Maoist movement in India has suffered a severe setback over the past 11 months, with 320 cadres killed across various states, including key leaders. A 17-page internal report by the Maoist Central Committee acknowledges the heavy losses, marking a critical crisis for the organization. Full Story: According to the report covering December 2024 to November 2025, the fatalities included both senior and low-level cadres. The letter specifically cited the encounter of Politburo member and General Secretary Baswa Raju as a major blow to the organization. Of the total 320 deaths, 187 were men, 117 women, and the status of 20 others remains unknown. Region-wise, the casualties were recorded as follows: Bihar-Jharkhand – 22, Odisha – 33, Maharashtra-Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh ...

Raipur: The Chhattisgarh Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) and the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) carried out raids at 19 locations on Sunday as part of investigations into the high-profile liquor scam and District Mineral Foundation (DMF) irregularities. Authorities confirmed that critical documents and electronic evidence were seized during the operations. Full Story: The ACB and EOW focused on alleged scams that occurred during the previous Congress-led government in Chhattisgarh. In the liquor scam, raids were conducted at eight locations, including four in Bilaspur, two in Raipur, and one each in Durg and Bastar districts. These premises were linked to relatives of retired IAS officers Anil Tuteja and Niranjan Das, who were previously arrested in connection with the alleged liquor irre...

Raipur: Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai on Sunday attended a program organized by the Gondwana community, praising the rich and glorious history of tribal heroes. During the event, he announced a grant of ₹5 lakh for the Gond community to support social and cultural activities. Full Story: Chief Minister Sai highlighted that the tribal communities have always played a vital role in protecting their land and cultural heritage. He emphasized that the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, remains highly sensitive to the welfare of tribal societies, and the presence of tribal representatives at the highest levels of governance reflects the respect and recognition these communities have earned. The CM noted that the state government is committed to the overall development of tribal comm...