Four Maoists killed in Jharkhand encounter

Indian security forces have killed four Maoist insurgents during a counterinsurgency operation in a Maoist-affected area of Jharkhand. Among those killed was a commander who carried a reward of Rs 15 lakh (approximately $18,000 USD). The encounter is being viewed as a significant blow to militant networks operating in the region. Security operations against Maoist groups remain ongoing in several Indian states.