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Two Wanted Gangsters Nabbed After Gunbattle with Rewari Cops

News Analysis India — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Tension gripped Rewari district late last night as police thwarted an armed gang’s movements through a high-stakes encounter. Two proclaimed offenders, each with a Rs 50,000 reward on their heads, were wounded and apprehended following an exchange of gunfire on a desolate highway stretch.

The action began when alert officers from the Rewari Sadar police station noticed the suspects’ motorcycle weaving erratically near Basant Vihar. A routine check turned perilous when the riders accelerated and fired warning shots into the air, sparking a pursuit that lasted over 10 kilometers.

Armed with .32 bore pistols, the fugitives—Vikram @ Vicky and Sunil—had evasion records dating back to multiple dacoities in neighboring districts. Police retaliated only after sustaining vehicle damage from the outlaws’ bullets, hitting both in non-vital areas to facilitate capture.

Post-encounter, a thorough search yielded illegal firearms, fake number plates, and incriminating documents linking them to a larger syndicate. Medical teams stabilized the duo at Rewari Civil Hospital, from where they were shifted to judicial custody after preliminary questioning.

Haryana DGP has commended the Rewari team’s tactical precision, noting it as part of an ongoing crackdown on interstate criminal networks. Community leaders in Rewari expressed relief, citing frequent night-time robberies as a growing menace. Forensic teams are analyzing the crime scene for further leads, promising more arrests soon.

Chhattisgarh Gunfight: 6 Naxalites Slain, 2 Police Heroes Lost

News Analysis India — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

A fierce encounter in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district has resulted in the deaths of six Naxalites and the tragic loss of two police personnel from the District Reserve Guard (DRG). The intense gun battle unfolded in the dense forests of the Gangaloor area, which borders the Dantewada district. Security forces were actively engaged in an anti-Naxal operation when they were ambushed by the militants.

Officials confirmed that the operation involved a joint team comprising the DRG, Special Task Force (STF), and the elite CoBRA unit of the CRPF. The exchange of fire reportedly lasted for approximately two hours, with security forces successfully neutralizing six Maoist cadres. Their bodies have since been recovered. The martyred DRG jawans are being honored for their bravery and sacrifice in the line of duty.

Authorities indicated that the operation is still ongoing, with a significant number of Naxalites believed to be surrounded. There is a possibility that the casualty count among the Naxalites could increase as the situation develops. This latest engagement adds to the ongoing efforts to combat insurgency in the region. This year alone, Chhattisgarh has seen a substantial number of Naxalite eliminations, underscoring the persistent challenges in maintaining peace and security.

Bijapur Gunfight: Six Maoists Eliminated in Chhattisgarh

News Analysis India — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Security forces in Chhattisgarh have achieved a significant success with the elimination of six Naxalites in an intense gunbattle in Bijapur district. The encounter took place in the Indravati National Park area on Tuesday morning when a joint team of police and special task force units were conducting an anti-Maoist operation. Acting on credible intelligence regarding the presence of high-ranking Maoist leaders, the security personnel engaged with the insurgents. The exchange of fire persisted for several hours, resulting in the deaths of six Naxalites. Authorities recovered automatic weapons, including an INSAS rifle and sten guns, along with explosives from the encounter site. Additional forces, including the CRPF and Chhattisgarh Armed Force, were deployed to secure the area and pursue any fleeing cadres. The operation is reportedly still ongoing. The Chief Minister commended the security forces for their bravery and stated this operation marks another stride towards eradicating the Maoist insurgency from the state. This recent success brings the total number of Naxalites killed in Chhattisgarh this year to 259, underscoring the ongoing efforts to combat left-wing extremism.

Major Arms Cache Seized in Jharkhand Forest Encounter

News Analysis India — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Security forces have successfully recovered a significant cache of weapons and ammunition following a fierce encounter in the Saranda forest region of Jharkhand. The operation, which targeted suspected extremist elements, resulted in the confiscation of numerous firearms, explosives, and a large quantity of live rounds. This decisive action marks a major blow against illegal arms trafficking and disruptive activities within the strategically important forest area. Authorities are continuing their investigations to identify the network responsible for supplying these weapons and to prevent future incidents.

Delhi Police Arrest Goldy Brar Gang Shooters After Encounter; Comedian Targeted

News Analysis India — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

A recent encounter on Jaitpur–Kalindi Kunj Road between the Delhi Police and members of the Rohit Godara–Goldy Brar gang resulted in the arrest of two shooters. The criminals, who were acting under the direction of handlers based overseas, sustained gunshot wounds during the exchange of fire and received initial medical treatment at a district hospital. Investigations revealed the shooters were planning attacks on social media influencers. Police sources indicated that the gang had targeted comedian Munawar Farooqui, among others, with the intention of carrying out an assassination. Farooqui and several other influencers had previously received death threats.

Bareilly Violence: Two Accused Injured in Police Encounter, Weapons Recovered

News Analysis India — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, two individuals, Idris and Iqbal, were shot in the leg and apprehended by the CBganj police following an encounter. The suspects are accused of inciting violence and firing at police officers after Friday prayers. They are currently hospitalized for treatment. Authorities recovered weapons from the men, including a government-issued anti-riot gun allegedly stolen during the September 26 riots in the Islamia Inter College area. Idris, 50, from Shahjahanpur, has approximately 20 prior cases, while Iqbal, 48, also from Shahjahanpur, has 17 registered cases. The recovered items include the stolen rifle, two pistols, cartridges, a motorcycle, and a mobile phone.

Breaking: Three Naxalites Killed in Kanker-Dhamtari-Odisha Border Encounter, Bodies Recovered

News Analysis India — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In a significant development, an encounter between police forces and Naxalites has resulted in the deaths of three Naxalites along the Kanker-Dhamtari-Odisha border in Chhattisgarh. The bodies of the three Maoists have been recovered. SP I. Kalyan Elisela confirmed the incident. The deceased Maoists were carrying substantial rewards on their heads. Shravan had an 8 lakh reward, Rajesh had a 5 lakh reward, and Basanti had a 1 lakh reward from the government. A search operation is still ongoing in the area. The encounter took place in the forests of Tiyarpani, under the Kotwali police station area. It is reported that the security forces were conducting a search operation based on intelligence about the presence of Naxalites when the encounter occurred on the Kanker-Dhamtari-Odisha border.

Encounter in Gumla Forests: Award-Winning Naxalites Killed, Including Lalu Lohar and Chhotu, and Sujit Uraon

News Analysis India — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Security forces conducted an operation in the dense forests of Rogri Toli in the Bishunpur police station area of Gumla district, Jharkhand. The operation resulted in an encounter with Naxalites, leading to the death of three individuals. The security forces have been consistently conducting operations across Jharkhand to eliminate Naxalism and extremism. The encounter took place on Wednesday morning when a joint team of Gumla police and Jharkhand Jaguar initiated a search operation. The Naxalites, belonging to the outlawed Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), were reportedly planning a major criminal act. During the search, the Naxalites opened fire on the police team. In the ensuing exchange, security forces neutralized three extremists.

Cabinet Forms Group of Ministers for Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary

News Analysis India — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The cabinet discussed the declaration of the world-famous Saranda region in the West Singhbhum district as a Wildlife Sanctuary during its meeting on Wednesday. The cabinet has formed a Group of Ministers to make a decision on this, which will give its recommendations to the government. Based on this, the state government will make a decision. The Group of Ministers will study the economic and social aspects of this area and submit its report to the state government. Along with this, all the concerned departments (stakeholders) will also give their opinion. After this, it will be brought to the cabinet.

Additionally, the cabinet addressed the matter of three prize militants of the JJMP being killed in an encounter with the police in Gumla, Jharkhand.

The plan is to protect 575.19 square kilometers of the Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary. In this area, the villages of Ankuwa, Samta, Karampada, Gudlibag, Trikoshi, and Thalkuwad of West Singhbhum district will be protected as part of the sanctuary. This information was provided by Cabinet Secretary Vandana Dadel to journalists after the cabinet meeting. A total of 27 proposals were approved in the cabinet meeting.

It is noteworthy that the Saranda forest wildlife area is considered a golden treasure of life. Here is home to the endangered flying lizard. This area is rich with more than 40 species of mammals, 162 species of birds, nine species of amphibians, and 33 species of reptiles. The wild elephants here are also famous across the country.

Furthermore, the state government will rehabilitate 780 families affected by the Mandal Dam and Palamu Tiger Project. The cabinet approved this. The cabinet will provide ₹15 lakh and one acre of land to each of these displaced families.

The cabinet also extended the service of assistant police personnel in the state for one year. This service extension was given according to the previous terms and conditions of all these assistant police personnel. All the conditions included in the previous resolution regarding their appointment will remain the same. Approval of ₹97 crore 65 lakh 82 thousand 500 was given for the construction of the building of the Government Polytechnic College located in the capital Ranchi.

Encounter in Gumla Forests: Award-Winning Naxalites Killed, Including Lalu Lohar and Chhotu

News Analysis India — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Security forces in Jharkhand are conducting continuous operations across the state to make it free from Naxalism and extremism. In this context, a major encounter took place on Wednesday morning in the dense forests of Rogri Toli, Kechki, under Bishunpur police station area of Gumla district. Security forces eliminated three Naxalites in the encounter.

An official stated that the extremists of the banned organization Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP) were planning to carry out a major criminal incident. Following this, a joint team of Gumla Police and Jharkhand Jaguar launched a search operation in the area. During the search operation, the extremists suddenly opened fire on the police team. In the retaliatory action, the security forces took charge and eliminated three extremists.