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Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
Two women Maoists killed in Chhattisgarh encounter
In Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district, a joint operation by security forces resulted in the killing of two female Maoists, identified as Seema and Linge. The deceased, carrying a combined reward of ₹6 lakh, were members of the Kutul area committee and local organisation squad. Authorities recovered weapons, ammunition, explosives, and Maoist literature from the encounter site. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads New Delhi: Two women Maoists were killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district, police said on Thursday. The bodies of the killed Maoist cadres were identified as Seema, area committee member, Kutul, and Linge, alias Ranjhu, party member, Kutul local organisation squad. The two together carried a reward of ₹6 lakh, police recovered an INSAS rifle, a country-made .315 bore rifle and 15 rounds of .303 rifle ammunition. A large quantity of other explosive materials, Maoist literature and various daily-use items were also recovered, Bastar police said on Thursday. The joint operation was carried out by teams of District Reserve Guards, STF and ITBP based on Intelligence inputs regarding the presence of senior Maoist cadres of the Maad division.
News18
7 days ago
- News18
2 Women Naxalites Killed In Encounter With Police In Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur
Last Updated: During the search, an INSAS rifle, a .315 weapon, medical items, and other counterfeit material were recovered. Two women Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district on Wednesday. The gunfight broke out at a forest under Kohkameta police station limits in Abhujmaad area when a joint team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Special Task Force (STF) was out on an anti-Naxal operation. During the search, an INSAS rifle, a .315 weapon, medical items, and other counterfeit material were recovered, informed senior police official informed. DRG personnel, belonging to Narayanpur and Kondagaon districts, were involved in the operation launched based on inputs about the presence of senior cadres of Maad division of Maoists, he said. The operation was still underway, he added.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
DRDO-Bharat Forge develop an assault rifle lighter than a kitchen pressure cooker, built for urban warfare
The Defence Research and Development Organisation ( DRDO ) and Bharat Forge have jointly developed a new Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Carbine for the Indian Armed Forces. The weapon is intended to serve operational needs in urban warfare and counter-insurgency missions, where existing assault rifles may be less effective due to their size. The carbine is the result of collaboration between DRDO's Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), Pune , and private-sector manufacturer Bharat Forge. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) had earlier issued an Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for 4,25,213 units of 5.56 x 45mm CQB Carbines in 2022. Developed through public-private collaboration 'This weapon has been designed by DRDO's ARDE, Pune, and is being manufactured by Bharat Forge,' said Prateek Kishore, Scientist and Director General of Armament & Combat Engineering Systems (ACE), DRDO. 'It's a clear case of full synergy between the development agency and the manufacturing partner, which has contributed to the successful realization of this system. It's an extremely proud moment not just for DRDO, but for the country as a whole.' Tailored for close-quarter combat The CQB Carbine is designed for rapid response in close-range combat scenarios such as counter-terrorism operations, building clearances, and engagements in dense or urban areas. The compact design improves mobility and response time during missions where standard assault rifles may not be suitable. Live Events Combat-ready and performance tested The carbine has been tested against international performance standards and is considered ready for infantry deployment. According to DRDO, the weapon weighs approximately 3.3 kilograms and has an effective range of 200 meters. It can fire both NATO-standard and INSAS ammunition. 'It is a highly potent weapon for our infantry soldiers,' Kishore said. 'Its ability to accommodate different ammunition types places it in a class of its own.' Design and specifications The weapon is equipped with a short barrel and modern ergonomic features, making it easier to use in confined areas. It also includes a 30-round curved magazine for consistent ammunition feeding during rapid fire. Key specifications: Ammunition: 5.56x30mm INSAS (compatible with NATO-standard rounds) Effective Range: Up to 200 meters Weight: Approx. 3.3 kilograms Magazine: 30-round curved magazine Design Advantage: Compact form with short barrel for better manoeuvrability Step toward defence self-reliance The carbine represents India's ongoing efforts to strengthen indigenous defence production through collaboration between research institutions and private manufacturers. This development marks a step forward in meeting the Indian Armed Forces' long-standing requirement for a lightweight, efficient weapon system suited for modern combat environments. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
The Hindu
22-06-2025
- The Hindu
Militant arrested; arms, ammunition seized in Manipur
'A militant belonging to the banned outfit Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) was arrested in Imphal West district of Manipur,' a police statement said on Sunday (June 22, 2025.) 'A large cache of arms and ammunition were also seized in separate search operations in Imphal East and Kakching districts. The arrest and arms seizures were made on Saturday (June 21, 2025),' it said. 'A total of 19 'demand letters', used for extortion, were seized from the possession of the militant, identified as Yanglem Sadananda Singh (26),' the statement said. 'Also, in a search operation in Mayophung-Sanasabi Hill in Imphal East district, a .303 bipod mounted rifle, seven .303 cartridges, two heavy-calibre mortars, 20 heavy-calibre mortar shells, two IEDs, four radio sets with charger, a pistol with three cartridges, 12 grenades and a bulletproof jacket were seized,' it said. In another search operation in the foothills of Chingkhei Ching Phaknung village in Imphal East district, an INSAS light machine gun with magazine, an INSAS rifle with magazine, two self-loading rifles with magazines, a sniper rifle, a .32 pistol with magazine, six 5.56mm INSAS cartridges, twenty-one 5.56mm empty cases and four 9mm empty cases were seized. In the third search operation in Nongmaikhong Makha Leikai hill range in Kakching district, an SMG carbine with two magazines, an AK-47 rifle, two single-barrel guns, one modified 9mm pistol with two magazines, three IEDs (weighing about 2 kg), eight wire detonators, and 10 PEK explosive packets each weighing 125 gm were seized.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Time of India
Trump Orders ICE Crackdown On ‘Sanctuary Cities' In A Massive Deportation Drive
Massive Arms Haul in Manipur: 328 Weapons Recovered in Night Raids Across Imphal Valley In a major breakthrough, Manipur Police and security forces recovered a staggering 328 illegal weapons during coordinated intelligence-based operations across five districts of the Imphal Valley on the night of June 13 and 14. The seized arsenal includes 151 SLRs, 65 INSAS rifles, AK series rifles, MP5s, mortars, and hundreds of rounds of ammunition. This operation, led by joint teams of the Manipur Police, Army, Assam Rifles, and CAPF, is seen as a decisive move towards restoring peace and order in the violence-hit state. Over 4,000 weapons had been looted during the ethnic clashes, raising concerns over lawlessness. While it's unclear if the recovered arms are among the stolen ones, officials affirm that such operations will continue. The police have urged public cooperation in reporting illegal arms. Will this be the turning point for Manipur's return to normalcy?#ManipurArmsHaul #ManipurCrisis #ImphalValley #IndianArmy #AssamRifles #SecurityForces #GunRecovery #EthnicConflict #RestorePeace #ManipurPolice #toi #toibharat #bharat #breakingnews #indianews 31.7K views | 1 day ago
