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CRPF Jawan Severe Injuries in Naxal Attack in Chhattisgarh During Local Body Elections

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1 year ago

February 12, 2025

In a troubling resurgence of violence during heightened security for local body elections, Naxal insurgents targeted Southern Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada district on Tuesday, injuring a CRPF soldier in a deliberate IED explosion. The attack, which took place in the Aranpur police station jurisdiction, has reignited fears about Naxal activities compromising democratic processes in the Bastar region.Head Constable M N Shukla of the CRPF’s 231st Battalion suffered severe leg injuries after triggering a pressure-activated improvised explosive device (IED) while participating in an area domination operation near Kamalpost. The CRPF team was concluding a search operation prompted by intelligence reports of Naxal presence in the vicinity.

“The jawan’s legs were critically injured, leaving only bones. He was airlifted to Raipur for emergency medical treatment,” stated ASP R K Burman, emphasizing the seriousness of the incident. Security forces have escalated combing operations in the affected area, but no suspects have been apprehended so far.

The explosion coincided with urban body elections across Chhattisgarh, highlighting the ongoing dangers within Naxal strongholds. Aranpur, where Tuesday’s attack occurred, gained notoriety from a devastating IED blast in 2023 that claimed the lives of 10 District Reserve Guard (DRG) personnel and a civilian driver. That incident, executed by a “small action team” of Naxalites, left a significant crater in the road and body parts scattered 70 meters away, serving as a stark reminder of the region’s instability.

This year alone, the Bastar region has experienced multiple IED attacks. On January 6, six DRG jawans and a driver were killed in Bijapur. On January 17, two BSF personnel were injured in Narayanpur, followed by two security personnel wounded in another incident in Bijapur on February 4.

This attack underscores the fragile equilibrium between security measures and the conduct of democratic elections in conflict-affected areas. While Union Home Minister Amit Shah has pledged to eliminate Left-Wing Extremism by 2026, the realities on the ground indicate a prolonged and challenging struggle. Nevertheless, the morale among security forces remains high, especially following successful operations in Gariyaband district and the neutralization of 31 Naxal insurgents in Bijapur’s Indravati National Forest on February 9.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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1 day ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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3 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.