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The whereabouts of veteran Maoist leader Ganapathy remain unknown years after he stepped down as CPI (Maoist) chief. Party documents suggest he was moved out of conflict zones due to health reasons and may now be living discreetly in an urban area under strict secrecy

The NIA has chargesheeted 11 individuals for looting 4,000 kg of explosives in Odisha's Rourkela district in May, linking them to Maoist conspiracy, UAPA, BNSS, Arms Act and Explosive Substances Act violations targeting government and security forces

The Centre told the Lok Sabha that 29 top Naxal commanders have been neutralised since 2019 and only three districts remain “most affected” by LWE. Maoist violence has dropped 81 per cent, with the government targeting complete eradication by March 2026

CPI (Maoist) spokesperson Vikalp denied allegations that outfit’s chief Devji leaked information leading to commander Madivi Hidma’s death, claiming he and others were killed in fake encounters. He alleged police collusion across States and demanded a judicial inquiry

The Bombay High Court granted bail to former Delhi University professor Hany Babu, citing over five years of incarceration without trial in the Elgar Parishad case. The NIA’s request to stay the order was rejected as the trial remains far from completion.

Odisha has revamped its Maoist surrender and rehabilitation policy, offering up to Rs 1.20 crore for top leaders, enhanced compensation for surrendered weapons and additional benefits including housing, skill training and legal aid, aiming to further reduce left-wing extremism in the State

Speculation has intensified over the whereabouts of CPI (Maoist) chief Thippiri Tirupathi alias Devji after senior Maoists, including Hidma, were killed in AP encounters. Police deny his arrest, while family members claim he may be in custody

Surrendered Maoist leader Mallojula Venugopal Rao alias Bhupathi has urged active cadres to abandon armed struggle and join the mainstream, calling the path of violence a “failure.” He and co-leader Rupesh have offered to help those willing to surrender

Two Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Narayanpur district on Monday. Security personnel seized an AK-47, explosives, and Maoist literature. With this action, 249 Naxalites have been killed in the state so far this year

Security forces in Chhattisgarh launched coordinated operations against Maoist insurgents, resulting in the deaths of eight to ten Maoists, including senior most leader Modem Balakrishna and leaders from the CPI (Maoist) Odisha State Committee. The encounter took place in Gariaband district.

In a major boost to anti-Maoist efforts, 314 Maoists of various ranks have surrendered to police in Kothagudem district over the past eight months under ‘Operation Cheyutha’. Eight cadres, including a woman, surrendered on Tuesday, receiving immediate assistance and promises of rehabilitation.

Three Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jharkhand’s Gumla district on Saturday. Police confirmed that all belonged to the JJMP, a CPI (Maoist) splinter group. The encounter occurred in Ghagra, and the operation was still ongoing

The NIA filed a supplementary chargesheet against CPI (Maoist) leader C P Moideen in a conspiracy case, alleging his key role in armed activities and ideological operations in southern India.

Sources in the Telangana police have confirmed that Kesava Rao is believed to be among those killed. Meanwhile, Chhattisgarh police have reported the deaths of several senior Maoist leaders, though they have yet to officially disclose any names.

Maoist party's Central Committee issues letters expressing readiness for talks and making confidence-building measures

Kalumu Payiki, a senior member of the CPI (Maoist), surrendered to Kothagudem police due to health issues, growing encounters, and disillusionment with Maoist leadership

Podium Mangu alias Devender of Bijapur district, Sodi Pojji alias Chiluka and Madivi Somidi alias Ramya of Sukuma district in Chhattisgarh were each given a cash cheque worth Rs 4 lakh along with Madakam Adime alias Anusha of Cherla mandal in Kothagudem district.

CPI (Maoist) party Telangana State Committee spokesperson Jagan has alleged that the Greyhounds police, with the help of a traitor, poisoned seven Maoist cadres and shot them dead at Chelpaka of Eturnagaram mandal in Mulugu district.

CPI (Maoist) party’s Krantikari Adivasi Mahila Sangham (KAMS) South Bastar divisional committee in-charge Madivi Mangli surrendered before the Kothagudem police on Thursday.

The naxal, Madivi Eitha alias Mangu surrendered before the Kothagudem police and CRPF 141 Bn officials on Tuesday.