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Topic: BSF

Case of ‘missing’ BSF constables: After abduction FIR & wild goose chase by SIT, duo surface in Bengal

Akanksha Nikhar's mother filed kidnapping case against daughter's friend Shahana Khatoon after duo left BSF academy in Gwalior and didn't return.

CISF, BSF announce 10% reservations, age relaxations for ex-Agniveers in constable posts

Opposition parties, including Congress, have questioned the govt's Agniveer scheme, asking what happens to the 75% not retained after their 4-year tenure.

Ex-BSF DG was agitated to see Pakistani flag in Sopore. So he came up with a dangerous plan

In 'Unforgettable Chapters', Prakash Singh recounts relentless battles against insurgency, and the delicate dance between law enforcement and political interests.

BSF intercept Chinese drone carrying ‘520 gm packet of suspected heroin’ in Punjab’s Amritsar

In a special ambush, the security forces recovered a China-made DJI Mavic 3 classic carrying a packet wrapped in yellow adhesive tape with one steel ring and 02 illumination strips attached to it.

BSF intercepts suspicious drone in Punjab’s Tarn Taran

According to a statement by the BSF, the drone was identified as a Quadcopter.

SC set to decide dispute over BSF jurisdiction, a look at Punjab govt’s plea & Centre’s counter

In October 2021, Centre extended 'jurisdiction' of BSF from 15 km to 50 km from international border in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, West Bengal & Assam. AAP govt has challenged it.

Night curfew imposed along international border in J&K’s Samba to prevent infiltration

Border Security Force suggested the imposition of a daily night curfew on a one kilometre-long strip from the IB, enabling them to perform their duties more effectively.

NIA attaches properties of 2 Kashmiri ‘LeT operatives involved in 2015 BSF convoy attack’

The two accused, currently under trial, are Fayaz Ahmed Itoo & Khursheed Ahmed Bhat. Seizures include four immovable properties, including ‘houses of Itoo & Bhat in Kulgam & Pulwama’. 

How was BSF born? Pakistan’s plotting, Lal Bahadur Shastri’s swiftness

The limitations of guarding the international border with different state police forces became quite apparent after Pakistan’s 1965 military operation in India.

654 suicides & 50,000 resignations in 5 years — the crisis stalking India’s CAPFs

Central armed police forces are facing high suicide rates and soaring attrition. Senior officers say mental health is the main issue, but steps are being taken to support personnel.

On Camera

Festive seasons align with the rollout of GST 2.0. Citizens to get more money in hand

The new norm marks a decisive shift from the earlier complex system that created friction for households and small businesses alike.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

30 civilians killed as Pakistan Air Force strikes Khyber Pakhtunkhwa village with China-made bombs

While Pakistani authorities have not clarified what intended target was, the incident adds to a troubling pattern of PAF strikes killing civilians, including women and children.

India doesn’t give walkovers to Pakistan in war. Here’s why it shouldn’t do it in cricket either

Many really smart people now share the position that playing cricket with Pakistan is politically, strategically and morally wrong. It is just a poor appreciation of competitive sport.