Paolo Bosusco

Naxal deadline ends today. How much will Odisha govt bend?

As the deadline set by both the groups for meeting their demands ends today, the state government sought opinion of the police on the release of hardcore Maoists.

Maoists ask MLA's wife to come with freed prisoners

The letter, released to a section of media by Andhra Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) of the Maoists, asked Hikaka's wife Kaushalya to reach Balipeta in Naxal-hit Narayanpatna area.

Unsatisfied Maoists threaten to kill Italian hostage

The Maoists are increasingly getting impatient with their demands and have threatened the Odisha government with the execution of the Italian tourist.

Italian ambassador praises Odisha govt efforts

The Italian ambassador said the chief minister had informed him about the developments over the negotiations.

Italian abduction: broad terms of release agreed on with Maoists

The broad terms of an agreement to ensure the release of the Italian tour guide have been reached after the Odisha government officials met with the two mediators.

No word on progress on release of Odisha hostages

The deadline given by Maoist for resumption of talks in the Italian hostage crisis ends but there has been no word from the government so far.

Maoists free two Italians in Odisha, say local media

The report of the release is however unverified and based on local media reports.

Maoists may release one of the abducted Italians today

Sources said one of the Italians is reportedly ill due to which he may be released later today. However, the Maoists may not release Paolo Bosusco, the Italian operating tours in Odisha forests.

Abducted Italian has trekked Orissa forests for 15 years

The Italian trekking guide abducted by Maoists in Orissa,has trekked extensively through Orissa, and had promised in his website that they would not make tribals pose for photos.