Chhattisgarh

Sukma: The bodies of most-wanted Naxal leader Madavi Hidma and his wife Raje were brought to their native village amid tight security, drawing a large gathering from nearby areas. Hidma, notorious as one of the region’s top Naxal leaders, had avoided visiting his village for years due to increasing security pressure. His mother, living in the village of Puvarti, could not approach the bodies herself, and security personnel facilitated the arrival. Mother’s Grief: Tears, Clinging, and Heartbreaking Gestures Upon arrival, Hidma’s mother was seen wailing uncontrollably, clutching the bodies and expressing her grief vocally. The emotional display intensified as she kissed her daughter-in-law Raje, whom she hadn’t seen in years, and repeatedly caressed and observed the deceased closely. I...

Raipur: In the aftermath of the Gevra-Bilaspur MEMU train collision, the Railways has suspended Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) Rashmi Raj. She stated that despite applying the emergency brake, the train failed to stop. The tragic incident claimed the lives of 12 passengers and left 20 others injured. Injury Delayed Statement Rashmi Raj, seriously injured in the accident, was initially unable to provide her statement. She was later called to Kolkata for formal recording. Meanwhile, the Principal Chief Safety Officer (PCSO) conducted preliminary questioning at the hospital. At the time of the collision, she was on duty in the train engine. Rashmi Raj reported that just before the accident, the advance signal showed ‘single yellow’, and the master informed her that the upcoming signal was “...

Chittorgarh, Rajasthan: In a landmark ruling, the Civil Court of Chittorgarh has clarified the management of crores in donations at the famous Sanwaliya Seth Temple in Rajasthan. The court has decisively ruled that the temple’s funds cannot be diverted for political agendas or external development projects. The historic decision brings relief to devotees who had raised objections to the temple committee’s earlier plans. Background of the Dispute The controversy began in 2018, when the temple committee proposed contributing ₹18 crore from temple funds for the development of Matrikundia Tirth under a state government budget allocation. Devotees, including Madan Jain, Kailash Dad, and Shravan Tiwari, filed a public interest petition opposing the move, arguing that the temple’s funds sho...

Raipur: Naxal commander Madvi Hidma, who was killed in an encounter in Andhra Pradesh, had reportedly planned to surrender to authorities in Telangana. A secret letter written by Hidma to a Bastar-based journalist has now come to light, revealing his intentions to negotiate with the government. However, resistance from his associates forced him to change his plan and flee into Andhra Pradesh, where security forces ultimately neutralized him. Hidma’s Decision to Flee Andhra Pradesh Hidma had been under continuous surveillance by security forces. According to sources, following a gunfight in Sukma on 16 November that left three Naxals dead, Hidma altered his plan and attempted to escape to Andhra Pradesh. He was later cornered and killed in the Marudumilli forests by security personnel...

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Security forces continued their intensive operations against Naxals along the Chhattisgarh-Andhra Pradesh border, killing seven Naxal insurgents, including three women. Among the slain insurgents, reports indicate that key leaders, including Devji and Jogaa alias Tek Shankar, may have been eliminated. The operation also resulted in the seizure of eight weapons, including two AK-47 rifles, and the arrest of 50 suspected Naxals. Encounter Ongoing Since Early Morning The encounter began Wednesday morning in the dense forests of Maredumilli, along the Chhattisgarh-Andhra Pradesh border. Andhra Pradesh Greyhounds forces encircled the Naxals, and the operation, starting at 6:30 AM, achieved significant success. Security personnel recovered the bodies of four male and ...

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: The Naxalite movement is facing its most severe setback yet, with security forces systematically eliminating top leaders. Following the killing of infamous Naxal commander Hidma, only six key leaders remain within the organization. Devji, the Maoist General Secretary, has now emerged as the primary target for security forces. Only Six Top Leaders Left After Hidma’s death, the remaining senior Naxal leaders are operating in isolated locations under extreme pressure. Among them are: Politburo members: Ganpati, Devji Central Committee members: Sangram, Uday Others: Ganesh Uike and Anal Da In Bastar, only three major Naxals remain actively operating. Devji, considered the most dangerous among them, commands the organization’s forces in the region. S...

Raipur: In a major counter-terror breakthrough, the Chhattisgarh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has detained two minors for their alleged links with the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). This is the first-ever ISIS-linked case uncovered in the state. Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma confirmed that the boys were acting under the instructions of a Pakistan-based ISIS module, operating through fake IDs on social media platforms. The arrests were made after intense cyber surveillance and evidence collection. Influencing Others Through Instagram Sharma, who also holds the Home portfolio, said the detained minors were already radicalised through extremist online content. They were attempting to influence other young users on Instagram by circulating ISIS-aligned propaganda. “Thes...

Korba, Chhattisgarh, 18 November 2025: The Korba police have apprehended Jaisingh Patel (27), the alleged mastermind of a motorcycle theft gang, who used stolen bikes to fund a lavish lifestyle and attract multiple girlfriends. Patel, along with five accomplices and three bike buyers, was arrested after police recovered 14 stolen motorcycles. Gang Operated for a DecadePatel, a resident of Kohdiya, had been missing from his home for the past ten years, with his family presuming him dead. He had been living in a makeshift hut near a mining area, hiding in the forested surroundings. Upon investigation, police uncovered that Patel had been running the gang for years, posing as a wealthy man to lure women. Well-Planned TheftsAccording to police, Patel and two of his associates conducted r...

Raipur: The notorious Naxal commander Madvi Hidma, leader of the Maoist’s elite guerrilla unit, has been killed in an encounter along with his wife, Raje (also known as Rajakka). Hidma was known for his deadly efficiency in jungle warfare and had a distinct attachment to his AK-47 and his wife. Hidma maintained a strict four-layer security cordon in the forests, which kept him out of the reach of security forces for years. He would often evade capture during initial firefights, which made him untouchable for a long time. Love Story Amid Guerrilla WarfareHidma met Raje in the forests, and their bond grew over shared training with firearms. The two eventually married and lived together in the jungles, fighting alongside each other. Raje was also skilled in handling modern weapons and a...

Edited By: Chaitanya Soni | Reported By: Rohit Burman | Lipi • 14 Nov 2025 Raipur: In a major push toward administrative reform and efficient governance, the Chhattisgarh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, approved several key policy decisions aimed at restructuring government departments, strengthening procurement systems, and accelerating housing and sports infrastructure development. The meeting, held on Wednesday at Mahanadi Bhavan, emphasized the state’s commitment to the vision of ‘Minimum Government, Maximum Governance.’ Key Cabinet Decisions Focused on Governance, Farmers, and Housing The Cabinet introduced reforms across multiple sectors, including departmental restructuring, procurement of pulses and oilseeds at support prices, enhancement of the paddy procur...