Sukma, July 21 -- The BDS unit of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Monday defused 10 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) which were planted by the Naxals in the forests of Sukma.

The Naxals intended to harm the search party comprising E and F companies of the CRPF 74th battalion.

On late last night, two common villagers in Bijapur district were allegedly murdered by 4-5 unknown Naxals with sharp weapons, claims Bijapur police.

According to the Bijapur police, the deceased individuals are Kawasi Joga, 55 years old, a resident of Chutwahi village, and Mangalu Kursam, 50 years old, a resident of Bada Tarrem, under the Thana Tarrem area.

The incident is being verified by Thana Tarrem.

Earlier on July 20, a 16-year-old villager ...