BORDER SECURITY FORCE
Nine arrests made following attack on BSF personnel in Tripura near India-Bangladesh border
In Tripura's Sepahijala district, nine individuals have been arrested related to an attack on BSF personnel. Three officers were injured after being assaulted by a mob near the India-Bangladesh border. The incident occurred amid illegal cross-border trade activities involving smugglers from both countries.
BSF apprehends four Pakistani fishermen in Kutch, seizes boat
Four fishermen from Pakistan's Sindh province were apprehended by the Border Security Force in Gujarat. They had entered Indian waters for crab-catching activities near Sir Creek on Sunday. The BSF acted on specific intelligence inputs during the operation that led to their capture. Additionally, a Pakistani fishing boat was also seized alongside the fishermen. The apprehended individuals have been identified as Kadir Thaimor, Muhammad Mussa, Azgar Thaimor, and Ahsan Jat.
Home Ministry extends deployment of 273 CAPF companies in Delhi till October 31 amid protest fears
The Union Home Ministry has granted a second extension for the deployment of 273 Central Armed Police Forces in New Delhi. This decision was made in response to concerns about potential protests by various organizations and political groups. The Delhi Police had recommended extending the deployment to maintain law and order in sensitive areas of the city.
15 houses burnt in Manipur's Kamjong, three injured in gun attack
In Chassad village, Kamjong district, fifteen houses belonging to the Kuki community were burned by suspected militants. The attack prompted many civilians to flee into the forests and a nearby Army camp. A Kuki civilian was killed earlier, and several others were injured in the violence. Deputy Chief Minister Nemcha Kipgen condemned the acts of violence and called for justice.
CRPF mulls restoring Army ranks abolished 30 years ago; promotions, Agniveers in focus
The CRPF is considering reintroducing the lance naik and naik ranks, abolished in 1997, to address promotion delays among its 3.25 lakh personnel and attract retiring Agniveers from the Army. The move could provide constables with two additional promotion opportunities before becoming head constables.
84 BSF personnel hospitalised in Manipur over suspected food poisoning
Eighty-four Border Security Force personnel were hospitalized in Manipur after suspected food poisoning following breakfast. They consumed puri and aloo sabzi before experiencing health issues in Lamshang. Medical care is being provided at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, where their health remains stable. Officials, including the Chief Minister and Home Minister, have expressed their concern and prioritized their well-being.
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CBI arrests Munitions India Limited official, SMPP CEO in defence leaks-for-money case
The CBI has arrested Anil Kumar, Munitions India Limited executive director, and SMPP CEO Ashish Kansal. They are charged with accepting bribes and leaking sensitive defense information related to a major supply contract. Cash amounting to over Rs 2.2 crore was recovered during searches at various premises. Additional individuals connected to the case are also implicated for their roles in the conspiracy.
Why border security force SSB is asking soldiers to stay away from unknown calls, OTP requests
The Sashastra Seema Bal has issued a cyber security advisory warning personnel about online honey traps, fake identities, suspicious video calls and financial fraud. The force has outlined precautions for protecting personal information and banking details, urged personnel to avoid unknown APK downloads and advised victims to report cybercrime through helpline 1930 or the government's reporting portal.
'Bamo Wali Devi' mandir in Jaisalmer sees a record turnout of devotees. Check why Tanot Mata temple so famous
Tanot Mata Temple in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer district received more than 20,000 devotees on the opening day of Navratri. Revered as the ‘Goddess of Bombs’ because of accounts of unexploded bombs during the 1965 and 1971 India-Pakistan wars, the border shrine began its 10-day fair with traditional rituals. The BSF has arranged medical assistance, food, crowd management and other facilities for pilgrims.
Security checks up at Noida-Delhi borders ahead of CJP protest; BSF deployed
Security has been increased at the Noida and Delhi borders due to an upcoming protest by the Cockroach Janata Party. Police and BSF personnel are deployed at key points to check vehicles and prevent incidents. Allegations have arisen that some activists are under house arrest to prevent participation in the protest. Noida Metro services will operate normally, unaffected by closures imposed on certain Delhi Metro stations.
‘Gyanesh, it’s done bro’: INDIA bloc MPs march to EC, demand CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation
Opposition MPs, including important leaders, protested near Parliament demanding Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over electoral issues. They were stopped by police while marching towards the Election Commission headquarters. The protest followed recent Supreme Court remarks regarding changes to the voter registration process. Opposition leaders accused Kumar of undermining public trust in the Election Commission. The MPs questioned security measures surrounding Parliament as they aimed to peacefully voice their concerns.
150 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants who were living in J-K being deported: Officials
Srinagar authorities have deported 150 Bangladeshi nationals who were staying illegally in the Union territory. They were transported on a special Indian Air Force plane to Bagdogra for processing. After their arrival, they were handed over to Border Security Force personnel. Another group of 150 Bangladeshis is scheduled for deportation on October 7.
Monthly stipend for senior, junior resident doctors to increase from Rs 75,000 to Rs 1 lakh: Uttarakhand CM Dhami
In a significant announcement, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami revealed a raise in stipends for Senior and Junior Resident doctors, elevating them from around Rs 75,000 to exceeding Rs 1 lakh. Furthermore, the deadline for regularising 'Class B' lands in areas like Dehradun has been prolonged by one year.
India summons Pakistan envoy over alleged cross-border infiltration, rejects Ferozepur claims
India has summoned the Chargé d'Affaires of the Pakistan High Commission due to continued illegal cross-border infiltration. The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted an incident involving individuals breaching the border despite warnings from the Border Security Force. India urged Pakistan to investigate these infiltration and drug-smuggling activities being facilitated by armed syndicates. The Indian government rejected Pakistan's accusations regarding the border incident and called for measures to prevent future occurrences.
Pakistan summons Indian diplomat, protests killing of 2 people by BSF
Pakistan summoned India’s Charge d’Affaires on Saturday to protest the killing of two people by BSF personnel near the Punjab border, calling them civilians and denying they were intruders. Indian officials said the two men crossed into Indian territory despite warnings and were shot after allegedly provoking troops.
BSF vehicle overturns on Jammu-Srinagar highway; 5 personnel injured
Five Border Security Force personnel sustained injuries when their vehicle overturned on Saturday. The accident occurred near Chamba-Seri along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway. The BSF vehicle was part of a Jammu-bound convoy at the time of the incident. Injured personnel were promptly evacuated to a local hospital for medical attention. The driver, from Kupwara, is reported to be in serious condition.
SSC CPO 2026 application starts: Check vacancies, important dates, eligibility, how to apply, salary and other details
SSC CPO 2026 Vacancy Details: SSC CPO 2026 recruitment has begun for 1,871 tentative Sub-Inspector vacancies in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces. Check eligibility, vacancy details, application process, important dates, salary and how to apply online.
Assam woman sent quietly into Bangladesh by BSF without informing family, after court declared her foreigner; HC awards husband Rs 2 lakh compensation
Gauhati High Court has directed the Assam government to pay Rs 2 lakh in interim compensation to the husband of Mumtaz Begum, who was detained and sent to Bangladesh after a foreigners' tribunal declared her a foreigner. The court noted that her husband and adult family members were not informed about her detention or removal.
India to train Mongolia's border security forces
India and Mongolia have expanded their strategic partnership with new initiatives in defense, energy, and digital infrastructure. The visit of Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh marks 70 years of diplomatic ties and a decade of strategic partnership, strengthening cultural and people-to-people exchanges between the two nations.
Pakistan targets civilian areas along LoC, IB in unprovoked ceasefire violation
Pakistani troops violated ceasefire overnight by unprovoked firing and mortar shelling on civilian areas along the Line of Control and International Border in two sectors of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Saturday.
BSF recovers cache of arms near Indo-Pak border in Punjab's Ferozepur
During search operation, the BSF troops recovered the arms and ammunition from a bag which was found lying on a field near the border around 7:00 am, a BSF official said.
Border Security Forces kill Pakistani intruder along the border in Rajasthan's Barmer
The BSF is on high alert in view of the forthcoming Independence Day celebrations in the country, a senior officer said.
180 fighting bunkers to be constructed along Indo-Pak International Border: Government
The government is yet to take a "final decision" on the proposal of Border Security Force (BSF) for construction of observation posts along the Indo-Pakistan border, he added.
Border Security Force finds abandoned Pakistani boat in Harami Nala area
The Border Security Force (BSF) personnel today found an abandoned Pakistani fishing boat near Harami Nala in Kutch district along the Indo-Pak border.
BSF foils exfiltration bid, arrests 5 Bangladeshis in Jammu
The BSF troops today foiled an exfiltration bid and arrested five Bangladeshi Nationals near Indo-Pak border in Jammu district.
Border Security Force, Border Guard Bangladesh agree on coordinated patrolling
The decision was taken after a four-day BSF- Region Commanders and BGB border conference here.
Heavy rains in Western Rajasthan: BSF takes precautionary measures
In 2010, the BSF had resorted to boat patrolling on the border at Sri Ganganagar after some border posts inundated following heavy rains in Punjab and Haryana.
Rajnath Singh sits in dark hall at BSF event
In the second security scare for Rajnath Singh at a CRPF building here, the Union Home Minister had to spend anxious minutes in a dark hall today as the power of the building, where he had gone to attend a BSF function, tripped just before his arrival.
States alerted against fertiliser smuggling
Concerned over smuggling of fertilisers, the government has alerted border states and guarding authorities against illegal trade of key farm nutrients.
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