A CRPF jawan was injured in an IED blast during an anti-Maoist operation in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district. The IED was planted by CPI (Maoists) in the Saranda forest.
Security forces in Odisha's Kandhamal district seized a significant cache of arms and ammunition from a Maoist dump. The operation was launched based on information obtained from surrendered Maoists, leading to the recovery of a self-loading rifle, guns, detonators, and a grenade. This follows a similar seizure along the Odisha-Andhra Pradesh border recently.
Security forces have launched a multi-area search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district to track down suspected terrorists, following a foiled infiltration bid.
The army on Friday intensified search and combing operations along the Line of Control in north Kashmir following fresh infiltration bids by militants and two ceasefire violations by Pakistani troops over the past three days.
The Maharashtra Anti Terrorism Squad has undertaken massive combing operations across several districts of Maharshtra, Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka.
An encounter occurred between security forces and Maoists in a forest in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district on Tuesday morning. No casualties were reported in the incident, which took place during a routine combing operation in the Porahat forest near Kedabir village.
A man was arrested in Latur, India, for possession of a country-made pistol as part of intensified security measures ahead of upcoming festivals.
Police in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar seized 131 cattle ahead of Bakri Eid, resulting in eight persons being apprehended.
Security forces have launched extensive search operations in Rajouri, Doda, and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir following reports of suspected terrorist activity, resulting in the recovery of illegal arms and ammunition.
The officer said two main building complexes where the gun-battle and hostage-like situation took place have been cleared and they are totally free from blinds (unexploded shells).
Security officials said on Wednesday that the combing operations may continue for a day or two at the forward base.
Army Chief Gen Dalbir Singh Suhag on Wednesday visited the Nagrota-based 16 Corps headquarters and was briefed about Tuesday's terror attack in which seven officers and jawans were killed, even as combing operation to flush out any remaining militant continued.
Security forces in Manipur have conducted extensive search operations in four violence-affected villages in Kangpokpi district, recovering a significant cache of arms and ammunition and destroying thirty illegal bunkers. Similar operations also took place in Churachandpur district. The proactive measures, overseen by the new DGP, aim to curb ethnic violence that has claimed over 260 lives since May 2023, receiving praise from former Chief Minister N Biren Singh.
Security forces on Tuesday worked to further consolidate their grip over Maoist-held areas in West Mindapore district in West Bengal and launched combing operations in 22 villages of Lalgarh. With Kantapahari recaptured, all borders of Lalgarh have been sealed, a senior police officer said. "Now we want to ensure that the extremists do not come back to the area. We are consolidating the position we have gained so far," the police officer told PTI.
24 Nigerian nationals, including seven women, were detained in Dombivali, Thane district, during a combing operation for residing illegally.
A day after six Central Industrial Security Force jawans and a civilian driver were killed in the Naxal attack in Dantewada district, the police on Monday intensified combing operation in the region.
Security forces discovered a country-made gun factory allegedly operated by Maoists in Odisha's Kandhamal district during a recent operation. The find included finished weapons and manufacturing equipment.
Security forces recovered a large cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives during an anti-Naxal operation in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district.
Security forces in Manipur's Kangpokpi district have launched operations to rescue individuals held hostage by armed groups. The operations include area domination exercises and search operations to locate missing persons and apprehend those responsible for the hostage situation.
The Manipur government has handed over the investigation into a bomb attack in Bishnupur district, which resulted in the deaths of two children, to the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
A suspect involved in multiple cow slaughter cases was arrested in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, following a police encounter. The accused, identified as Salman, has a history of criminal activity including robbery, theft, and smuggling.
Security forces have initiated extensive search operations in the Rajouri, Doda, and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir following reports of suspected terrorist activity in the region.
Two security personnel were killed by unidentified militants in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Security forces have cordoned off the area and launched a search operation.
The official said the area was sealed and search operations were going on to rule out any act of sabotage.
Two individuals arrested in connection with a theft case escaped from police custody in North Paravoor, Kerala, while being taken for remand proceedings.
The Manipur government has handed over the investigation into a bomb attack in Bishnupur district, which resulted in the deaths of two children, to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). The decision follows protests and unrest in the region.
Uttar Pradesh Police conducted 35 encounters across the state, resulting in the deaths of three alleged criminals, injuries to more than 36, and the arrest of over 60 suspects. The crackdown reflects the state government's zero-tolerance policy against crime and ongoing efforts to combat organised criminal networks.
Latur police conducted a 21-hour operation targeting illegal liquor operations, resulting in 74 cases and the seizure of illicit liquor worth Rs 4.19 lakh. The drive also led to arrests under the Arms Act and for drunk driving.
Ahmedabad's Chief Fire Officer, Amit Dongre, reflected on the Air India flight AI-171 crash a year ago, describing the 10-hour rescue operation as the most challenging in his 22-year career, despite the tragic loss of 260 lives.
President Droupadi Murmu on Monday conferred seven Kirti Chakras, including two posthumously, to personnel of the armed forces displaying raw courage, unparalleled bravery and total disregard for personal safety in the line of duty.
An alleged cattle smuggler was arrested in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, after a police encounter. The accused sustained a bullet injury during retaliatory firing and has been hospitalised. Police recovered weapons, tools for cattle slaughter, and a live bovine from his possession.
A wanted criminal was killed in an encounter with police in Dehradun after robbing a contractor. The criminal, identified as Akram, had a long criminal history and a reward of Rs 50,000 on his head. A police officer was injured in the encounter.
Two people were killed in an ambush by suspected militants in Manipur's Ukhrul district, a day after the Chief Minister appealed for peace.
Residents of Malviya Nagar, South Delhi, are grappling with fear and trauma a day after a devastating hotel fire claimed 21 lives. Police have arrested the hotel owner and are investigating the cause, including alleged permit violations.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) will investigate the killing of two civilians in Manipur's Ukhrul district, following an ambush by suspected militants. The incident occurred a day after the Chief Minister appealed for peace in the region.
Army personnel continued their search operations but have not managed to reach the spot where the bodies were supposed to be lying.
Police in Manipur, India, have arrested four militants from various groups near the Myanmar border in the Tengnoupal district, as part of ongoing efforts to combat extortion and criminal activities.
A 22-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh triggered a massive search operation after leaving a suicide note and belongings on a bridge, only to be found safe at home later. He confessed to faking his suicide due to family tensions and mental stress.
From online abuse targeting cricketers' families to paid hate campaigns and bot-driven fan wars, cricket's social media ecosystem has spiraled into a toxic industry driven by outrage, algorithms and commercial interests.
Top Naxalite commander Madvi Hidma, who had masterminded several attacks over the last two decades, was killed in an encounter in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday, a breakthrough Chhattisgarh Police described as the 'last nail in the coffin' of the insurgency.
