Edition
IN
English
Weather

TOI

Trending

Five Maoist Functionaries Surrender In Gadchiroli As ‘Operation Antim Prahar’ Intensifies

| May 17, 2026, 08:25:30 AM | TOI.in
  • Share
Security forces have achieved a major breakthrough in the fight against Maoist insurgency in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district. Five Naxal functionaries surrendered before the police as the CRPF and Gadchiroli Police intensified anti-Naxal operations under ‘Operation Antim Prahar’. Gadchiroli Superintendent of Police M. Ramesh said that eight Maoists have also been arrested during the operation. He further claimed that after the launch of the operation, no Maoists remain on the district’s official ‘wanted’ list. The operation is being seen as a significant success for security agencies in curbing Left-Wing Extremism in the region.

Top Viral Videos

08:35
Trump Confirms Iran War Return, Attack Anytime? US' Big Declaration; 'CALM BEFORE THE STORM...'

US President Donald Trump sparked global speculation after posting a cryptic AI-generated image on Truth Social showing warships with Iranian flags alongside the chilling message: “It Was The Calm Before The Storm.” The post comes amid reports that the Pentagon is preparing fresh military options against Iran if peace talks collapse. According to reports, possible plans include intensified strikes on Iranian military sites, special operations missions targeting underground nuclear facilities, and even the seizure of Kharg Island — a vital Iranian oil export hub. Meanwhile, Iran has warned it is ready to deliver a “well-deserved response to any aggression,” as diplomatic negotiations remain deadlocked.

30 views | 48 minutes ago

Short Videos

Explore Every Corner
Across The Globe
NFL Trade RumorsTS EAPCET Result 2026PM ModiNEET UG 2026IPL Playoff ScenarioKKR vs GTVirat KohliNHL Trade RumorsLuciano darderiIPL Orange CapNathan mackinnon and charlotte walkerGujarat Rape Wife and DaughterArman tsarukyanMamata BenerjeeNEET Paper LeakSunetra PawarAmbati RayuduRonda RouseyKKR vs GTNFL Trade RumorsPetrol Diesel PriceUS Iran WarIPL Purple Cap WinnerTrevor Zegras and Owen Tippett InjuriesKylian MbappeRussell Wilson NFL RetirementIPL Points TableJyotipriya MallicPriyadarshini MallickDonald Trump China Visit
Living and Entertainment
CricbuzzLifestyleNewspaper SubscriptionFood NewsTVTimes PrimeTravel DestinationsWhats HotETimesTimes LifeTimes PetsMyLifeXP
Services
CouponDuniaTechGigTimesJobsBollywood NewsTimes MobileGadgetsTimes EventsWork with UsColombiaTOI Global
Trending Videos
Iran Hits Israel’s Secret Military Site? Massive Explosion Rocks Israeli City | WATCH'Support PM But...': Anand Ranganathan Gets Candid On PM Modi's Austerity Call, Petrol Price Hike Trump Confirms Iran War Return, Attack Anytime? US' Big Declaration; 'CALM BEFORE THE STORM...'Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s Son Surrenders In POCSO Case, Remanded Till May 29Five Maoist Functionaries Surrender In Gadchiroli As ‘Operation Antim Prahar’ IntensifiesPM Modi’s Netherlands Visit: India-Dutch Ties Upgraded To Strategic PartnershipIndia's $500-MN 'Golden Gate' Or Strategic Trap? Chabahar Port Revival Proposal Faces Iran Test‘Not Against Iran…’: US Ally UAE ‘Pleads’ For Putin’s Help After IRGC’s FINAL ‘WARNING SHOTS’First Visuals: US Military Hunts Down, Kills Top ISIS Leader Abu-Bilal In Big Nigerian StrikeTrump ‘HIDING HEALTH BUNKER’ Under Mega Ballroom? Bombshell On ‘Secret’ White House Hospital'40 Charges Dropped': Van Drew Tears Into Fairfax Prosecutor Descano On Criminal Migrant ReleaseExplosive Clash! Jim Jordon Corners Fairfax Prosecutor Over Criminal Migrant Release'Wants Your Resignation': Ben Cline Tears Into Fairfax Attorney; Explosive Sanctuary Policy Clash‘I Don’t Think About Anybody’: Trump DOUBLES DOWN On Americans’ Financial Woes Amid Iran ‘War’Trump 'Caught Spying' On Xi's Notes? Real Story Behind Viral Clip From Beijing BanquetUnion Minister Bandi Sanjay Hands Over Son To Police In POCSO Case, Says ‘All Are Equal Before Law’Experience The New Punjabi​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Music Video 'Koke' By Balvir Boparai & Jasmeen Akhtar‘Shoplifters’ Director Sparks Cannes Buzz With Haunting New Futuristic Family Drama | WATCH
Latest News
Hazaribag man drowns while fishing in lake"Behen Darr Gayi!": Fans relive ‘Bhagam Bhag’ era after watching Akshay Kumar's 'Bhooth Bangla' trailerMBOSE HSLC result 2026 to release tomorrow: Check details hereIran war risk: JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns of oil shocks, sticky inflation and higher interest ratesMake your clutch last longer with these easy driving tips“Three-against-one situation”: El Rubius opens up on being “targeted” in MrBeast’s viral $1M challengeBihar BTSC lab assistant notification released for 1091 posts at btsc.bihar.gov.in; apply hereIPL craze costs techie Rs 1.46 lakh in fake RCB vs CSK ticket scamRaising “robot-proof” kids: Why creativity and curiosity matter more than everInside ‘Satguru Sharan’: Exploring Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Rs 100 crore Bandra homeHow selling Alaska in 1867 was a costly mistake for Russia'Hera Pheri 3 is coming': Paresh Rawal dismisses delay reports and reveals he will 'start shooting soon'US-Iran War: A daring rescue Hollywood blockbuster is on its way. Till then, pick your favourite from these 10 films on bringing someone home against all oddsKolkata team unveils fan mural at Rash Behari Avenue, celebrating city’s first loveHow US spread a lie to rescue a pilot of a jet shot down in IranNetflix unveils ‘VOID’, an AI model that can change a movie plotAI data centers are causing 'stress' not just to tech companies, but also private insurers"Trans women are.....": Clavicular’s viral moment with trans women sparks fresh conversation on internet culture
Copyright © 2026 Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. For reprint rights: Times Syndication Service