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BSF jawan killed as Pak Rangers target patrol party

BSF jawan killed as Pak Rangers target patrol party

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Constable Tapan Mondal of BSF succumbed to injuries sustained in the attack.

Pakistan says India will suffer 'heavy losses' if it goes to war

Pakistan says India will suffer 'heavy losses' if it goes to war

Rediff.com30 Aug 2015

Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has warned India that it will suffer "heavy losses" which it would "remember for decades" if it tries to "impose" a war on his country.

'Prolonged ethnic conflict in Manipur can lead to a dangerous situation'

'Prolonged ethnic conflict in Manipur can lead to a dangerous situation'

Rediff.com31 May 2023

'The unfolding events indicate a dangerous internal security situation in Manipur and the region. It can have external ramifications also.'

You should listen to your father: Cong to Jaishankar

You should listen to your father: Cong to Jaishankar

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate also alleged that foreign policy has been reduced to photo-ops and a chest-thumping exercise and is being used to secure contracts for a businessman.

LAC row due to disregard of agreements by China: Jaishankar

LAC row due to disregard of agreements by China: Jaishankar

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

Yes, we (Quad) had a discussion on India-China relations because it was part of how we briefed each other about what was happening in our neighbourhood, Jaishankar said.

China Will Never Get Ladakh!

China Will Never Get Ladakh!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

'It is flabbergasting to think that this heavenly region has, for decades, been coveted by India's aggressive neighbours,' says Claude Arpi after a recent visit to Ladakh. 'Wanting to use the newly created infrastructure to defend the borders after the clash of 2020 with China and the resulting standoffs, the home ministry is keen to boost border tourism to show that these areas are controlled by India.'

BSF trooper injured by firing by Pak forces in Jammu

BSF trooper injured by firing by Pak forces in Jammu

Rediff.com27 Jul 2013

A trooper of the Border Security Force was by firing from the Pakistan side near the international border in Hiranagar area of Jammu Saturday.

India-Pak hold flag meet to discuss ceasefire violation along LoC

India-Pak hold flag meet to discuss ceasefire violation along LoC

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

Senior army officers of India and Pakistan will meet in the Poonch sector of the Line of Control in the Jammu region on Friday.

Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in Poonch

Pakistan violates ceasefire along LoC in Poonch

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

The defence spokesperson said the Pakistan Army also shelled posts with heavy mortars and opened fire with small arms and automatic weapons in the Poonch sector.

LoC killings: India lodges protest with Pak envoy

LoC killings: India lodges protest with Pak envoy

Rediff.com19 Mar 2018

India also asked Pakistani authorities to investigate such heinous acts

Unprovoked firing by Pakistani army along LoC

Unprovoked firing by Pakistani army along LoC

Rediff.com4 May 2014

Pakistani troops violated the bilateral ceasefire on the Line of Control in the Poonch district of Jammu region on Saturday night.

We guard borders 'empty stomach', says BSF jawan in video

We guard borders 'empty stomach', says BSF jawan in video

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

The BSF took cognisance of the video and tweeted that an inquiry has been ordered.

Pakistani troops violate LoC ceasefire again

Pakistani troops violate LoC ceasefire again

Rediff.com2 Oct 2013

Pakistani troops yet again violated the ceasefire on the Line of Control in the Poonch district of Jammu region on Tuesday.

2 terrorists killed as army foils infiltration bid in Machhil

2 terrorists killed as army foils infiltration bid in Machhil

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

Troops noticed suspicious movement along the LoC and challenged the intruders, leading to a gunfight.

Enough room in world for China, India to develop together: Outgoing envoy

Enough room in world for China, India to develop together: Outgoing envoy

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

In his farewell remarks posted on the Chinese embassy website, Sun said it is only natural for important neighbours China and India to have some differences but the key is how to handle the differences.

China has deployed more troops near Indian border: Pentagon

China has deployed more troops near Indian border: Pentagon

Rediff.com14 May 2016

However, Denmark said it is difficult to conclude on the real intention behind this.

'All border situations were resolved through diplomacy'

'All border situations were resolved through diplomacy'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

'I am not minimising either the seriousness or the complex nature of the current situation.' 'Naturally, we have to do what it takes to secure our borders.' 'We are talking to the Chinese, both through military channels and diplomatic ones.'
'In fact, they work in tandem.' 'When it comes to finding a solution, this must be predicated on honouring all agreements and understandings.' 'And not attempting to alter the status quo unilaterally.'

Modi govt's Pak policy an 'international joke': Cong

Modi govt's Pak policy an 'international joke': Cong

Rediff.com18 Jul 2015

A tensions escalated with fresh ceasefire violations by Pakistan, the Congress on Saturday said India's Pakistan policy under Narendra Modi dispensation has become an "international joke".

Pakistan asks India to exercise restraint along LoC

Pakistan asks India to exercise restraint along LoC

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

Amid escalation of ceasefire violations along the LoC, Pakistan has accused India of rejecting its efforts to preserve tranquility at the border and asked India to give peace a chance by "restraining" its forces.

ITBP jawan opens fire at 3 colleagues before killing self at J-K camp

ITBP jawan opens fire at 3 colleagues before killing self at J-K camp

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

The incident took place around 3:30 pm at the Devika Ghat community centre in the district.

Kids bear brunt of Pak hostility: 10-yr-old killed, 2-yr-old battles injuries

Kids bear brunt of Pak hostility: 10-yr-old killed, 2-yr-old battles injuries

Rediff.com23 May 2018

The state has witnessed a spurt in Pakistani shelling and firing along the IB and the Line of Control. Over 700 such incidents were reported this year, which have left more than 44 people, including 18 security personnel, dead and scores injured.

India, Pak DGMOs agree to ensure no ceasefire violations

India, Pak DGMOs agree to ensure no ceasefire violations

Rediff.com29 May 2018

The special hotline contact was initiated by the Pakistani DGMO.

Pakistan troops target civilian areas in Jammu and Kashmir

Pakistan troops target civilian areas in Jammu and Kashmir

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

Breaching ceasefire, Pakistani troops targeted forward posts and civilian areas in Poonch district along the Line of Control for the second day on Thursday.

4 injured as Pak violates ceasefire for 3rd time in 48 hours

4 injured as Pak violates ceasefire for 3rd time in 48 hours

Rediff.com11 Aug 2014

Two Border Security Force jawans were among four persons injured when Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire for the third time in less than 48 hours by firing with small arms, automatic weapons and mortar shells on 10 border out posts and civilian areas along the International Border in Jammu district.

Pakistan soldiers refuse sweets from India on Eid

Pakistan soldiers refuse sweets from India on Eid

Rediff.com18 Jul 2015

Amid the prevailing tension between India and Pakistan over ceasefire violations along their border, Pakistani Rangers refused to accept the sweets offered by the Border Security Force on the occasion of Eid.

Powell, Sinha discuss ceasefire

Powell, Sinha discuss ceasefire

Rediff.com25 Nov 2003

Sinha told Powell that India was happy to respond to Pakistan's offer.

'Very difficult phase': Jaishankar on India-China ties

'Very difficult phase': Jaishankar on India-China ties

Rediff.com20 Feb 2022

He said that "the state of the border will determine the state of the relationship, that's natural".

Pakistani forces deliberately targeting civilians: BSF

Pakistani forces deliberately targeting civilians: BSF

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

The Border Security Force on Wednesday said Pakistan's border guarding force was deliberately targeting civilian areas and its Army directly supporting the troops in the shelling on these areas and Indian posts along the International Border.

Modi, Parrikar in the firing line over Uri attack

Modi, Parrikar in the firing line over Uri attack

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

The government on Monday faced flak for the Uri terror attack with both the Opposition and the Bharatiya Janata Party's ally in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena taking a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar.

Now, militants take the train to India

Now, militants take the train to India

Rediff.com9 Jan 2006

Fencing the border has forced militants to either use the Samjhauta Exp or enter through Nepal.

Infiltration levels same as last year: Govt

Infiltration levels same as last year: Govt

Rediff.com24 Nov 2005

India, in its interaction with Pakistan at all levels, continuously stressed the fact that Islamabad has not taken any effective action to dismantle the infrastructure of support to terrorism on a permanent basis.

Omar expresses satisfaction over status of ceasefire

Omar expresses satisfaction over status of ceasefire

Rediff.com13 Nov 2013

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that the tension at the Line of Control and International Border across the state directly impacts the tranquillity and development process.

Drones over Punjab: Need for offensive action

Drones over Punjab: Need for offensive action

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

'If UAV technology is used by the adversary to target VIPs or strategic targets it would be a different ball game altogether,' says Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

16 animals killed in ceasefire violation by Pak along LoC

16 animals killed in ceasefire violation by Pak along LoC

Rediff.com21 Sep 2019

The intense shelling from across the border also prompted the authorities to suspend class work in nearly half a dozen government-run schools falling within the firing range in Poonch district.

Six days short of turning 23, Army Captain killed in Pak firing

Six days short of turning 23, Army Captain killed in Pak firing

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

Captain Kapil Kundu from Ransika village of Gurugram district was killed when the Pakistani forces opened unprovoked firing.

BSF officer killed in Pak sniper fire along IB in J-K

BSF officer killed in Pak sniper fire along IB in J-K

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

The BSF troops were carrying out border domination along the IB, when snipers of Pakistan Rangers opened fire on them around 1050 hours in Hiranagar-Samba sector of Kathua district, said a senior BSF officer.

Pak army targets Indian positions in Poonch

Pak army targets Indian positions in Poonch

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

Pakistani army targeted Indian military positions along the Line of Control in Poonch area of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, in yet another ceasefire violation.

Chinese incursions into India strategically planned: Study

Chinese incursions into India strategically planned: Study

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

In the 15-year dataset, the researchers noted an average of 7.8 incursions per year even though the Indian government's estimates are much higher.

Beijing reveals: What Qin told Jaishankar about LAC issues

Beijing reveals: What Qin told Jaishankar about LAC issues

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Qin's first in-person meeting with Jaishankar on Thursday came on the sidelines of the G20 foreign ministers conclave in New Delhi amid the over 34-month-long border row in eastern Ladakh.