In interview to ThePrint, the surrendered leader said the movement had departed from its foundational principle that the political party would guide the actions of its military wing.
From a tribal hamlet in Giridih to the central committee of CPI (Maoist), carrying a bounty of Rs 2.4 cr, Manjhi’s rise was built on ambushes & explosives—until security forces killed him Friday.
Pathiram Manjhi was killed in an encounter in Saranda forests. The forces are now pursuing Thippiri Tirupathi, the only remaining top leader of the banned outfit.
Urban Naxalism is shifting from forests to campuses. Universities must counter extremist ideologies, promote critical thinking, and build resilient, nation-focused youth.
This is the first time in three decades in battle against Naxalism that a general secretary-ranked leader has been neutralised by forces, Union Home Minister Amit Shah posted on 'X'.
Forces in Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh were on lookout for Maoists after tipoff. Those eliminated include senior leaders carrying total reward of Rs 85 lakh on their heads.
According to state data, early referral centres have resulted in more institutional births, but terrain & lack of connectivity are biggest challenges for caregivers in Naxal-infested Abujmarh.
Tamil Nadu’s village-god Ayyanar is converging with the epic mythology and pilgrimage of Ayyappa at Sabarimala. This will have long-lasting effects on both.
Despite damage to key Russian oil infrastructure by Ukrainian drone strikes in March, International Energy Agency data shows Russia’s earnings in March were highest for any month since January 2024.
This special edition of Cut The Clutter, straight from the Siliguri corridor, details the strategic importance of the narrow strip of land in West Bengal, and how it’s a vital link connecting the Northeast to the rest of India.
We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.
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