Ranchi, June 27 : Maoist guerrillas exploded a landmine in Jharkhand's Latehar district, killing six security personnel, officials said on Wednesday.

The attack took place at Budha Pahad area when the six were engaged in security operations late on Tuesday.Due to bad weather, the injured security personnel were not airlifted by helicopter for treatment.

On Wednesday, amid rains, security forces and Maoist guerrillas exchanged gunfire in the same area. According to police, a gun battle had taken place between the security forces and Maoists on Sunday also.

The police had launched a search operation for the Maoists based on intelligence inputs. The rebels ambushed them on Tuesday by tracking their movement.

After the landmine blast, the Maoists fired at the security personnel.

Jharkhand Director General of Police D.K. Pandey said the operation will continue at Budha Pahad till the Maoists were eliminated. Additional forces have been deployed in the area and both the police and the Central Reserve Police Force have intensified their operation.

Maoist guerrillas are active in 18 of the 24 districts of the state. More than 700 security personnel have been killed by Maoists since the creation of the state in November 2000.

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New Delhi: An Indian CEO has triggered widespread debate on social media after reportedly spending Rs 14 lakh on a Louis Vuitton suitcase designed for his dog. Ajay Thakore, CEO of Doctor Multimedia, shared a video on Instagram showcasing the extravagant purchase, which has since drawn mixed reactions.

In the video, Thakore is seen entering a Louis Vuitton store, stating, "I think my dog has something to pick up." He then reveals the "Bone Trunk," a bone-shaped, hard-shell suitcase complete with a varnished wooden tray and two bowls. The video’s caption read, "Aspen's always spending money like there's no tomorrow. $20k Louis Vuitton bone trunk."

The post quickly went viral, with many users expressing shock and disbelief. Some criticized the CEO’s indulgence, questioning the morality of spending such a large sum on a pet accessory when pressing issues like poverty and animal welfare exist. Comments ranged from disbelief to sharp criticism, with one user remarking, "Imagine how far $20k would go at an animal rescue." Others viewed it as a reflection of societal excess, calling it a "grotesque illustration of what's wrong in society."

However, Thakore also found support from some users, who defended his right to spend his wealth as he pleased. One commenter noted the irony of criticism coming from people who indulge in expensive gadgets, writing, "It's funny how many condemn this spending yet think nothing of buying an $800 iPhone without considering charity."