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BSF jawan succumbs to COVID-19; 14th death in CAPFs

BSF jawan succumbs to COVID-19; 14th death in CAPFs

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

The officials said the jawan was the youngest to die among the CAPFs. All other fatalities were over 45 years, they said.

Tej Bahadur Yadav to now contest against Khattar

Tej Bahadur Yadav to now contest against Khattar

Rediff.com29 Sep 2019

Yadav, who hails from Mahendergarh district, joined the JJP in New Delhi in the presence of its leader Chautala.

Pak embassy officials were trying to get info on Army movement: Police

Pak embassy officials were trying to get info on Army movement: Police

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

The two officials, Abid Hussain and Muhammad Tahir, were caught by the Special Cell of the Delhi Police from central Delhi's Karol Bagh while they were obtaining sensitive documents relating to India's security installations from an Indian national in exchange of money, official sources had said on Sunday.

PM likely to spend Diwali at Kedarnath

PM likely to spend Diwali at Kedarnath

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

Modi, after assuming office in 2014, has primarily spent the festival every year with soldiers and security personnel at different parts of the country.

China delaying withdrawal, India to decide on the way forward

China delaying withdrawal, India to decide on the way forward

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

Chinese troops have been camping in the Finger area for over three months now and have even started fortifying their bases there with construction of bunkers and sangars.

Central forces reach Bengal as poll preparation begins

Central forces reach Bengal as poll preparation begins

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

At least 12 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) reached West Bengal on Saturday morning as the state prepares to go to elections, officials said.

400 terrorists in launch pads across LoC waiting to infiltrate: Officials

400 terrorists in launch pads across LoC waiting to infiltrate: Officials

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

A top police official said that Pakistan is trying to infiltrate terrorists along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir even during the winters when most of the passes and mountainous areas along the border are covered in heavy snow.

Army jawan killed in cross-border Pak firing, 4th in this month

Army jawan killed in cross-border Pak firing, 4th in this month

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

There has been a spurt in Pakistani shelling along the border in Jammu and Kashmir this year with over 2,027 cases of violation of a ceasefire agreement being reported till June 10.

Leaders in Kashmir to be freed 'one by one'

Leaders in Kashmir to be freed 'one by one'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

The leaders from Jammu and Kashmir's political parties were placed under detention following the abrogation of Article 370 by the Centre on August 5.

Xi makes first visit to Tibetan town bordering Arunachal Pradesh

Xi makes first visit to Tibetan town bordering Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

Xi arrived at the Nyingchi Mainling Airport on Wednesday and was warmly welcomed by local people and officials of various ethnic groups, Xinhua news agency reported.

Trump listening, Modi targets Pak for supporting terrorism

Trump listening, Modi targets Pak for supporting terrorism

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

At the Howdy Modi event, the PM said that the people who cannot even manage their own country are harbouring terrorists and supporting terrorism.

Who will get the coveted CBI chief's job?

Who will get the coveted CBI chief's job?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Delhi's power circles can expect a surprise when a not-so-known officer is appointed to head the CBI.

PHOTOS: Soldiers do yoga all across the country

PHOTOS: Soldiers do yoga all across the country

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

On the occasion of the 5th International Yoga Day, troops from the Armed Forces and the paramilitary performed asanas all around the country. Take a look!

5 intruders shot dead along Pak border in Punjab: BSF

5 intruders shot dead along Pak border in Punjab: BSF

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

When asked to stop, the intruders fired on BSF troops who retaliated in self-defence. Subsequently, five intruders were shot dead, a BSF officer said.

CBI books BSF officer over cattle smuggling at Bangladesh border

CBI books BSF officer over cattle smuggling at Bangladesh border

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

The agency also carried out searches at 15 locations spread across Delhi; West Bengal's Kolkata, Siliguri and Murshidabad; Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad, Punjab's Amritsar and Chhattisgarh's Raipur, they said.

2 Pakistani intruders shot dead along border

2 Pakistani intruders shot dead along border

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

An AK-47 assault rifle, a pistol and over two dozen bullet rounds were recovered from them.

Pak army chief wanted ceasefire with India

Pak army chief wanted ceasefire with India

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

General Bajwa, unlike many of his predecessors, believes the Pakistan army's long-term interests lie in reducing tensions with India, reports Ajai Shukla.

3 civilians killed, 2 injured in Pak shelling

3 civilians killed, 2 injured in Pak shelling

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

The latest shelling from across the border started in the Qasba and Kirni sectors along the LoC in Poonch district at 1.40 pm, prompting a befitting retaliation by the Indian Army, a defence spokesperson said.

COVID-19: 9 Rules to Stay POSITIVE

COVID-19: 9 Rules to Stay POSITIVE

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

The perfect routine already exists. It is the one designed by nature and is called the Circadian Rhythm. If we are able to align to this routine, according to the Circadian Rhythm, it will help restore, regain, and reset our health in a huge way.

BSF pilot who impersonated senior to fly HM's plane resigns

BSF pilot who impersonated senior to fly HM's plane resigns

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

Under the norms, petitions for resignation or retirement are not accepted if the person is facing an inquiry.

CRPF DG quarantines self after doctor tests positive

CRPF DG quarantines self after doctor tests positive

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

Maheshwari, 59, the chief of the country's largest paramilitary force with a strength of about 3.25 lakh personnel, his predecessor and senior security advisor in the Union Home Ministry K Vijay Kumar, 67, and about two dozen officials in this chain have gone into self-quarantine after the doctor was found infected on April 2.

Shah visits BSF HQ; reviews ops along Pak, Bangladesh border

Shah visits BSF HQ; reviews ops along Pak, Bangladesh border

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

In his first visit to BSF HQ after taking over as home minister, Shah was given a presentation on BSF deployment along Pak, Bangladesh borders.

BSF finds tunnels used by terrorists for infiltration into J-K

BSF finds tunnels used by terrorists for infiltration into J-K

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

"Border Security Force detects a tunnel along the international border in Hiranagar sector of Kathua. "More details awaited," officials said.

32 CAPF hospitals earmarked to treat COVID-19 patients

32 CAPF hospitals earmarked to treat COVID-19 patients

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

The total capacity of these 32 earmarked hospitals is 1,890 beds, a senior official said.

'Pakistan realises it is no longer business as usual'

'Pakistan realises it is no longer business as usual'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

'Their deteriorating economic and international situation is also responsible for being more reasonable.'

Army soldier, BSF jawan killed in Pakistan firing

Army soldier, BSF jawan killed in Pakistan firing

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

"Our troops retaliated in adequate measure to the Pakistani aggression," an army official said.

Former cricket captain Kapil wins golf tournament

Former cricket captain Kapil wins golf tournament

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

Former India cricket captain Kapil Dev won in the 60-64 individual age category in the Pune leg of AVT Champions tour.

2 floors of BSF HQ sealed as staffer contracts COVID-19

2 floors of BSF HQ sealed as staffer contracts COVID-19

Rediff.com4 May 2020

The eight-storeyed BSF head office is located in the CGOs complex on Lodhi road that also houses the Central Reserve Police Force headquarters, which was placed under similar sealing on Sunday after two staffers tested positive.

This Rahul Gandhi wants to drop his surname!

This Rahul Gandhi wants to drop his surname!

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Fed up with the difficulties he encounters while convincing others that he was not a "fake" person, this textile trader is now mulling to get rid of the famous surname.

Flying drone may attract charges for waging war against India

Flying drone may attract charges for waging war against India

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

In the latest standard operating procedures (SOP) regarding flying drones, the Central government has given powers to the local police to book a person under 121 and 121A apart from other IPC sections, depending on the nature of offence/threat and distance from the prohibited vital installation/area.

2 BSF jawans martyred, woman injured in IED blast in Manipur

2 BSF jawans martyred, woman injured in IED blast in Manipur

Rediff.com9 May 2018

The two jawans received splinter injuries in the blast and later succumbed.

BSF jawan arrested for sharing info with Pak agent

BSF jawan arrested for sharing info with Pak agent

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

The accused, Sheikh Riazuddin, was under the scanner of the BSF intelligence wing for his suspicious activities for the last few months, they said.

Modi's visit to Dhaka to be very memorable: Jaishankar

Modi's visit to Dhaka to be very memorable: Jaishankar

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Jaishankar arrived on a day-long visit to prepare the ground for Prime Minister Modi's visit to Bangladesh later this month to participate in the celebrations of 50th anniversary of Bangladesh's Independence and 50 years of Bangladesh-India diplomatic relations.

BSF trooper killed in ceasefire violation in J&K's Samba sector

BSF trooper killed in ceasefire violation in J&K's Samba sector

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

One paramilitary border security force trooper was killed and another critically wounded in unprovoked Pakistani firing on the international border in Samba sector of Jammu region late Wednesday morning.

We were resolute and strong: Jaishankar on border issue

We were resolute and strong: Jaishankar on border issue

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Talking about dealing with the border issue faced by India, Jaishankar, without naming any country or going into details, said, "You know again we did what we had to do. There was a very active debate which still continues to this day. It is natural for people to offer advice, often on matters which they may not have particular knowledge of, that are a human trait. But again if there was what came through it was that we were resolute, we were strong about protecting our interests."

ITBP, SSB, BSF to return to Republic Day parade after 2 years

ITBP, SSB, BSF to return to Republic Day parade after 2 years

Rediff.com2 Jan 2018

As part of a new rotation policy of paramilitary forces' squads at the Republic Day parade, the contingents of two other forces -- the Central Reserve Police Force and Central Industrial Security Force -- have been taken out of the event this time, officials said.

Amit Shah asks CAPFs to furnish leave data of jawans

Amit Shah asks CAPFs to furnish leave data of jawans

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed all central armed police forces to compile three-year data and inform his ministry if their jawans and officers are utilising their stipulated leaves as part of his ambitious proposal that aims at allowing troops spend at least 100 days with their families in a year, officials said on Thursday.

Manju Rani ends phenomenal world run with silver

Manju Rani ends phenomenal world run with silver

Rediff.com13 Oct 2019

The Haryana-boxer went down 1-4 to the second-seeded local favourite in the first final of the day.

PHOTOS: A riot of colours as India plays Holi

PHOTOS: A riot of colours as India plays Holi

Rediff.com2 Mar 2018

The festival of colours celebrated with traditional fanfare.

MHA gets Rs 1.03 lakh crore for border infra, police modernisation

MHA gets Rs 1.03 lakh crore for border infra, police modernisation

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

The ministry has got Rs 1,03,927 crore for 2019-20 which is 4.9 per cent more than Rs 99,034 crore given in 2018-19.