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Ex-Agniveers to get quota, age relief: CAPF Chiefs
"CISF has made all the preparations in this regard", CISF DG Neena Singh said, adding now 10% of the posts in constable recruitment will be reserved for Agniveers. Also, they will be given exemption from physical test. Singh added that former Agniveers will also get relaxation in age limit.
J&K’s Kathua Attack: BSF, J&K Police, central agencies hold high-level meet
Amid rising terror incidents a high-level interstate co-ordination meeting between BSF, J&K Police, Central Agencies and Punjab Police was held in Kathua on July 11. The conference was held to focus on enhancing border security and synergy between the two State Police Forces...
New Recruitment Policy: CISF and BSF set aside 10% constable jobs for former Agniveers
India's government has allocated 10% of CISF and BSF constable positions for former Agniveers under the Agnipath scheme, aimed at rejuvenating security forces with younger recruits. This move follows debates in Parliament over the scheme's effectiveness. CISF and BSF directors detailed the recruitment process, highlighting exemptions and age relaxations for ex-Agniveers. The initiative aims to integrate experienced personnel into critical security roles, reflecting the government's commitment to strengthening national security.
Kathua ambush: J-K, Punjab police, BSF officials discuss ways to strengthen security grid along IB
Senior BSF and police officials met in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir after terrorists ambushed an army patrol, killing five and injuring five more on the Machedi-Kindli-Malhar mountain road near Badnota village. The meeting aimed to review security along the International Border and address any vulnerabilities. Officials suspect the terrorists infiltrated from across the border and are conducting a massive manhunt, detaining over 50 individuals for questioning.
Mahua Moitra accuses BJP's Shantanu Thakur of issuing passes to smuggle beef
TMC MP Mahua Moitra accused Union Minister Shantanu Thakur of facilitating smugglers on the India-Bangladesh border. She shared an image of a letter allegedly signed by Thakur permitting the transportation of 3 kg of beef, a claim dismissed by Thakur as baseless. Thakur stated that such passes were issued for local issues in border areas, prompting Moitra to continue her allegations supported by TMC IT Cell's Nilanjan Das.
K Armstrong murder: Mayawati pays last respect to slain Tamil Nadu BSP chief; demands CBI probe
BSP chief Mayawati visited Corporation School Ground in Chennai to pay tribute to Armstrong, the late leader who was tragically murdered. Armstrong, who served as the president of the party's Tamil Nadu unit, was brutally killed by a group of unidentified...
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BSF beefs up security along Indo-Bangla border, launches crackdown on smugglers
BSF Tripura Frontier Inspector General (IG) Patel Piyush Purushottam Das said that during recent talks in Shillong with Bangladesh Border Guards, a dossier containing a list of Bangladeshi criminals operating in the border areas has been handed over to the force of the neighbouring country.
Two BSF women constables missing for over a month; 'Suspicious' clues emerge amid search
Authorities have alerted BSF units along international borders about their disappearance. The investigation has taken an unexpected turn following the discovery of “suspicious activity” on the constables’ phones. Tracing the phone records revealed that their devices were active in Delhi, Howrah, and Behrampore in West Bengal, near Murshidabad. Investigators are analyzing phone records and CCTV footage from these locations to understand the constables' travel patterns and investigate any potential connections to Shahana’s family in West Bengal.
Tripura CM holds meeting with BSF to curb infiltration from Bangladesh
Tripura Chief Minister urges BSF to increase border security to prevent Bangladeshi nationals from infiltrating Indian territory. Recent arrests of individuals without valid documents highlight the ongoing issue. BSF implementing electronic surveillance at vulnerable border areas for improved monitoring.
BSF chief reviews operational readiness of troops along International Border in Jammu frontier
During the visit to the Jammu Frontier, the BSF Chief emphasized security assessments and strategies along the International Border, addressing recent tragic incidents in the region.
Jammu & Kashmir: 38 specially-trained rescue teams to be deployed for Amarnath Yatra
38 Mountain Rescue Teams from various forces will be deployed for the Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage, ensuring pilgrims' safety during the 52-day journey to the holy cave shrine at 3,880 meters.
BSF tirelessly fulfilling its duties: Vice president Jagdeep Dhankhar
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar praised the bravery and dedication of BSF troops during a function in Rajasthan. He commended their relentless efforts in harsh border conditions, from the Himalayas to the Thar desert and beyond. Dhankhar highlighted India's defense self-sufficiency and credited the BSF for maintaining peace on the borders, contributing to global peace.
Tripura: Bangladeshi smuggler killed as BSF troopers open fire
BSF officials said that during routine patrolling at Kalamchera along the India-Bangladesh border, the Indian border guards challenged a group of men, who were trying to smuggle goods from the Indian side, but did not pay any heed and instead, got aggressive and tried to encircle a BSF personnel with an intent to assault him and snatch his personal weapon.
Tripura: Bangladeshi miscreants assault BSF constable; snatch weapons, radio at India-Bangladesh Border
A Border Security Force (BSF) constable was assaulted by Bangladeshi miscreants while on duty at the India-Bangladesh International Border in West Tripura. The incident occurred when a large group of miscreants crossed the border illegally and gathered near the fencing gate to smuggle sugar. The miscreants used abusive language and vulgar gestures, snatched the constable's weapon and radio set.
Lok Sabha polls: About 60 drones recovered along India-Pakistan border; highest in Punjab
During the Model Code of Conduct for the ongoing general elections, the BSF has brought down or recovered about 60 drones along the India-Pakistan border. Two China-made drones carrying methamphetamine were found in Punjab's Tarn Taran district. The recovery comes ahead of Punjab's Lok Sabha polls. Since March 16, the BSF has recovered the highest number of drones from the Punjab border, with some intercepted from Rajasthan. The India-Pakistan boundary runs along Jammu, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat on India's western flank, with Punjab sharing a 553-kilometer-long front with Pakistan.
BSF opens fire on suspected Pakistan drone near LoC in J-K's Poonch
Border Security Force personnel shot down a suspected Pakistani drone near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir's Khanetar garrison at around 11.30 pm on Tuesday. Jammu and Kashmir Police announced a cash reward of Rs 3 lakh.
India's progress would have been faster, if borders were more secure, says NSA Doval
Delivering the Rustamji Memorial Lecture organised by the BSF on its 21st investiture ceremony, he said, "In the foreseeable future, I don't think our borders are going to be as secure as we will require for our fast economic growth. So, the responsibility on border guarding forces has become very, very heavy. They have got to remain on alert 24X7 in perpetuity. They have got to see that our national interests and country are protected."
NSA Doval suggests jointness among central armed police forces
India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has said that the country's economic progress would have been faster if its borders had been more secure and defined. Doval highlighted that the country's power has grown immensely in the last decade, and that border guarding forces must remain on alert 24/7 to protect national interests and the country. He also highlighted the importance of borders as they define sovereignty.
MHA directs CAPFs to adopt BSF's 'beehives on border fence' model across the country
The Union home ministry directs central paramilitary forces to replicate a beekeeping model on the border fence by a BSF unit in West Bengal to boost employment opportunities, enhance security, and combat trans-border crimes.
MHA directs CAPFs to adopt BSF's 'beehives on border fence' model across the country
The Union Home Ministry has instructed all central paramilitary and allied forces to replicate a successful beekeeping model initiated by a BSF unit in West Bengal along the border fence. This initiative aims to create employment opportunities for locals and enhance goodwill, thereby strengthening security measures. The model, lauded during a meeting chaired by Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla, involves installing beehives on the border fence to deter crimes like smuggling and fence cutting while engaging locals in productive work.
Punjab: BSF recovers two China-made drones in Amritsar
"One drone (a China-made DJI Matrice 300 RTK) at about 06:15 am recovered from the courtyard of an abandoned house of village Hardo Ratan in Amritsar District. One drone (China-made DJI Mavic 3 Classic) at about 08:25 am, recovered from a harvested field adjacent to the village Nestha of district Amritsar," BSF said.
Intruder killed near border outpost in regal area of Samba district, says BSF
An intruder near Regal, Samba, Jammu & Kashmir was killed during a reconnaissance mission. The infiltration attempt was thwarted, and the body was retrieved. The incident was closely monitored, with DK Boora visiting the forward post.
Intruder might have been sent to test troops' alertness: BSF IG on infiltration bid in J&K
A senior BSF official stated that an intruder killed along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district was likely sent for reconnaissance and to test troop alertness for potential infiltration. BSF troops thwarted the bid and killed the intruder at Samba's Regal post. The official highlighted the aggressive behavior of the intruder, suggesting a possible infiltration plan. He praised the troops for their alertness and stated there was no information on other infiltration attempts along the International Border.
BSF recovers China made drone in Punjab's Tarn Taran
"On Tuesday, during the morning hours, while BSF troups were carrying out area domination patrolling in the area ahead of the border fence in district Tarn Taran, at about 11:20 am, a crushing sound was heard under a reaper machine that was making straw in a wheat field ahead of the border fence," the official statement said.
BSF recovers China-made drone in Punjab's Tarn Taran
BSF and Punjab Police recovered China-made drones in Tarn Taran's border area. Operations near Khemkaran led to finding broken DJI Matrice 300 RTK and DJI Mavic 3 Classic drones, showcasing effective law enforcement efforts.
How security forces pulled off a hugely challenging mission to gun down 29 Maoists after a 20-hour march
It was a well-planned and executed mission that brought the synergy of the forces together, which helped them pull off one of the most successful anti-Maoist missions in Bastar region. Actually, authorities have confirmed now that security forces killed the highest number of Maoisits in this mission.
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