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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.

Punjab cops, BSF in Nehru hockey final

Punjab cops, BSF in Nehru hockey final

Rediff.com24 Nov 2004

In the semi-finals, Punjab Police beat Bharat Petroleum 2-1 while BSF upset Indian Oil 4-3 via the tie-breaker.

Post CAA, increase in outflow of B'deshi migrants: BSF

Post CAA, increase in outflow of B'deshi migrants: BSF

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

Those leaving were mostly engaged as masons, maids and housekeepers in the country, another BSF official said.

ISI employs drug addicts as terror couriers in Indian jails: Officials

ISI employs drug addicts as terror couriers in Indian jails: Officials

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Pakistan's intelligence agency, the ISI, is reportedly using individuals under the influence of drugs or posing as mentally disturbed to infiltrate India and deliver messages to terrorists in prisons. Officials have reported over 10 such cases since July, with individuals entering from Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and being sent to prisons in Jammu, Punjab, and Rajasthan. Security agencies suspect these individuals are couriers tasked with relaying communication to jailed terrorists. The ISI's tactic is believed to be a response to the increased use of technology in communication, which leaves behind electronic footprints. This method of infiltration has also been linked to drug smuggling operations. The ISI's current tactic is reminiscent of its past use of "sawari operators" on the Samjhauta Express for covert operations, which were effectively curtailed by authorities.

Heavy exchange of fire on Indo-Pak border

Heavy exchange of fire on Indo-Pak border

Rediff.com16 Aug 2009

The Border Security Forces troops on Sunday foiled a pre-dawn infiltration bid by suspected militants in Ramgarh in Samba district on the Indo-Pak border in Jammu and Kashmir after a heavy exchange of fire with the ultras, prompting India to lodge a protest with the neighbouring nation over the incident.

2 BSF jawans killed in encounter with Naxals in Chhattisgarh

2 BSF jawans killed in encounter with Naxals in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

1 jawan was injured in a gunbattle with Naxals in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district.

J&K sex scam: Girl identifies BSF DIG

J&K sex scam: Girl identifies BSF DIG

Rediff.com12 Jun 2006

Accused of raping a minor girl, arrested Deputy Inspector General of Border Security Force K S Padhi has been identified by her in Srinagar on Sunday night, Central Bureau of Investigation sources said on Monday.

BSF jawan killed in sniper fire by Pak troops in Jammu & Kashmir

BSF jawan killed in sniper fire by Pak troops in Jammu & Kashmir

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

A BSF jawan was killed on Thursday when Pakistani troops opened sniper fire at Indian forward post along the Line of Control in Baramulla of North Kashmir.

BSF arrests six Pak men from Sir Creek area

BSF arrests six Pak men from Sir Creek area

Rediff.com5 Apr 2010

The Creek Crocodile Commandos of the Border Security Force have arrested six Pakistani men trying to infiltrate into Indian territory from the Sir Creek area in Kutch district, BSF sources said on Monday.

Afridi's cousin killed in J&K: BSF

Afridi's cousin killed in J&K: BSF

Rediff.com12 Sep 2003

Saquib was killed in Anantnag following a tip-off.

Blast outside Amritsar temple, ISI role suspected

Blast outside Amritsar temple, ISI role suspected

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

An explosion occurred outside a temple in Amritsar, Punjab, India, when a motorcycle-borne person threw an explosive device towards it, damaging a portion of its wall and shattering window panes. While no one was hurt in the incident, the explosion caused panic among residents. The incident has sparked concern about law and order in the state and led to accusations against the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government. The police are investigating the incident and have collected samples from the site to identify the material used in the explosion.

India to raise border pillars dispute with Pak

India to raise border pillars dispute with Pak

Rediff.com1 Apr 2006

India to raise missing border pillars dispute with Pak at BSF meet

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.

CRPF lost 108 personnel to Covid, highest among central forces

CRPF lost 108 personnel to Covid, highest among central forces

Rediff.com10 May 2021

The CRPF has lost 108 personnel to COVID-19, the highest among the central forces that function under the command of the Union home ministry, according to data.

Amid surge in terrorist attacks, Army chief may visit Jammu on Monday

Amid surge in terrorist attacks, Army chief may visit Jammu on Monday

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

The Army chief is likely to visit Jammu and discuss the recent and ongoing counter-terrorist operations and the casualties that have been suffered in the recent terror attacks there, defence sources said.

BSF jawan killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistani troops

BSF jawan killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistani troops

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

Constable Bijender Bahadur was on duty at forward point along the fence in Arnia sector along the IB when Pakistani Rangers resorted to mortar shelling and small arms fire at about 0020 hours on Friday.

Pak forces fire at Indian posts in Jammu

Pak forces fire at Indian posts in Jammu

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

Pakistani Rangers violated the ceasefire by resorting to firing by small arms on Indian posts along the international border in Jammu district, prompting the Border Security Force to retaliate.

Pakistan dares India again; 35 BSF posts attacked, 2 civilians injured

Pakistan dares India again; 35 BSF posts attacked, 2 civilians injured

Rediff.com25 Aug 2014

In the continued escalation at the international border, Pakistan yet again violated the ceasefire targeting as many as 35 Border Security Force posts in Jammu.

BSF jawan dies as gun explodes while responding to Pak firing

BSF jawan dies as gun explodes while responding to Pak firing

Rediff.com29 Oct 2016

BSF constable Nitin Subhash Koli sustained grievous injuries on Friday evening when an explosion inside the chamber of the long range weapon led to a recoil while he was firing.

BSF personnel held from Bhuj HQ for spying for Pak

BSF personnel held from Bhuj HQ for spying for Pak

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

The arrested BSF man, identified as Mohammad Sajjad, is a native of Sarola village in the Rajauri district of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, who was deployed in the 74 BSF Battalion at Bhuj in July 2021, the ATS said in a release.

Republic Day: High alert along Pathankot-Jammu highway

Republic Day: High alert along Pathankot-Jammu highway

Rediff.com19 Jan 2022

The security setup along the highway is on high alertness and checkings have been intensified as a measure to foil any design of anti-national elements, they said.

Govt embarrassed as BSF bill deferred in RS

Govt embarrassed as BSF bill deferred in RS

Rediff.com29 Mar 2012

In a embarrassment to the government, Opposition parties in Rajya Sabha on Thursday forced deferment of a bill that aimed at allowing Border Security Force to operate at places other than border areas.

BSF jawan captured by Pakistan to be released today

BSF jawan captured by Pakistan to be released today

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

Pakistan will handover the paramilitary Border Security Force trooper on Friday afternoon, according to a senior officer.

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.

How Shastri Buried Pakistan's Kashmir Dream

How Shastri Buried Pakistan's Kashmir Dream

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The high point of the 19 Shastri months was the 22-day war that he fought against great odds and won in principle, even if military historians often call it a stalemate. Pakistan saw a great opportunity to conquer Kashmir and lost. It was the last time they had the relative strength militarily and diplomatically to take Kashmir. Shastri's resolve buried that dream forever, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Seven Pak men held by BSF from Cori creek

Seven Pak men held by BSF from Cori creek

Rediff.com13 Jan 2010

Seven Pakistani nationals have been arrested from a boat in Cori Creek area in Arabian sea, off coast Kutch district in Gujarat, a top Border Security Force official said on Wednesday.

May have limited confrontation with Pak in April: BSF on ceasefire

May have limited confrontation with Pak in April: BSF on ceasefire

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

The BSF also said multiple infiltration bids by Pakistan along the International Border have been foiled in recent past.

Injured BSF commandant returns to lead his troops

Injured BSF commandant returns to lead his troops

Rediff.com17 Oct 2003

Militants attacked the CM's residence on the busy Maulana Azad Road around 0945 IST. They hurled grenades and opened heavy fire from automatic weapons from a building opposite the house.

J&K: BSF foils suicide attack on camp

J&K: BSF foils suicide attack on camp

Rediff.com2 Sep 2003

The militants were trying to enter the paramilitary force's camp at Nishad near Srinagar when they were challenged by the jawans.

'India is beefing up coastal security'

'India is beefing up coastal security'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

Naval officer-in-charge (West Bengal) Commodore Chandra Sekhar Azad has said that in the wake 26/11 Mumbai attack, India has taken several measures to strengthen coastal security across the country.

Mamata to meet PM during Delhi visit, raise BSF, Tripura issues

Mamata to meet PM during Delhi visit, raise BSF, Tripura issues

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Banerjee also said she may not join the dharna being staged by Trinamool Congress MPs in protest against 'attack on party workers' in Tripura, but will surely express solidarity with them.

Pakistan hands over captured BSF jawan

Pakistan hands over captured BSF jawan

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

Pakistan on Friday handed over to India a BSF jawan who was captured by Pakistan Rangers after he was swept away into their territory by strong currents of Chenab river.

Pakistan violates ceasefire along border

Pakistan violates ceasefire along border

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

Pakistani troops resorted to firing and mortar shelling along the International Border in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir.

BSF@50: A lensman's tribute to the Borderman

BSF@50: A lensman's tribute to the Borderman

Rediff.com27 May 2015

The paramilitary force, set up in December 1, 1965, is India's first line of defence and has the distinction of being world's largest border guarding force.

Two Pakistani terrorists held at WB border

Two Pakistani terrorists held at WB border

Rediff.com15 Aug 2006

Patrolling along the Bangladesh border was stepped up following the arrests.

JK: BSF jawan injured as Pak violates ceasefire along IB

JK: BSF jawan injured as Pak violates ceasefire along IB

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

A Border Security Force jawan was injured on Monday when Pakistani troops again violated the ceasefire, opening fire on forward area along Indo-Pak border in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir.

31 Rohingyas stranded on Indo-Bangla border handed over to cops

31 Rohingyas stranded on Indo-Bangla border handed over to cops

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

The situation had led to a blame game between the Border Security Force and its counterpart -- Border Guards Bangladesh -- with the two sides accusing each other of pushing them into their territories.