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July 19, 2026 2:13 PM

Amit Shah inspects indigenous border security technologies in West Bengal, lays foundation for BSF projects worth Rs 77 crore

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday inspected a range of indigenous, state-of-the-art technologies aimed at strengthening border security during his visit to the Jhumagachh Border Outpost (BOP) in Siliguri, West Bengal. He also laid the foundation stone for Border Security Force (BSF) infrastructure projects worth approximately ₹77 crore and interacted with BSF personnel during the Prahari Sammelan. During his visit, HM Shah reviewed a radio-based fence breach detection system that inst...

June 7, 2026 12:05 PM

Amit Shah reviews Tripura border security, calls for foolproof territorial defence grid

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday chaired a high-level meeting in Tripura to review issues related to border areas and called for the creation of a foolproof territorial security grid involving local administration, advanced technology and the Border Security Force (BSF) to strengthen border management. The meeting, held in Salbagan, was attended by Tripura Chief Minister, the Chief Secretary, Director General of Police, senior state officials, and District Magistrates and Superintenden...

May 26, 2026 3:38 PM

Amit Shah praises BSF for “befitting reply” to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday lauded the Border Security Force (BSF) for its role during Operation Sindoor, saying the force gave a “befitting reply to Pakistan” whenever required while maintaining high morale among residents in border areas. Addressing BSF personnel during his visit to the Sanchu Border Outpost along the India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan’s Bikaner sector, Shah praised the force for standing firm against challenges during the operation. “I would also like t...

December 1, 2025 4:20 PM

PM Modi extends greetings on BSF Raising Day; commends force’s resolve and professionalism

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended greetings to Border Security Force (BSF) personnel on the force’s 61st Raising Day, praising their commitment and professionalism in protecting India’s borders. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "On BSF Raising Day, my greetings to all their personnel. BSF symbolises India’s unwavering resolve and utmost professionalism. Their sense of duty is exemplary. They serve in some of the most challenging terrains. Alongside their valour, their humanitar...

May 14, 2025 3:49 PM

Pakistan repatriates BSF constable Purnam Kumar Shaw detained since April 23

A Border Security Force (BSF) constable who had been in Pakistani custody since April 23 was returned to India on Wednesday. Constable Purnam Kumar Shaw had inadvertently crossed the International Border while on duty in Punjab’s Ferozepur sector and was subsequently detained by Pakistan Rangers. According to a BSF statement, Shaw was handed over to Indian authorities at the Attari-Wagah border at 10:30 am. “Constable Purnam Kumar Shaw had inadvertently entered Pakistani territory around 11...

May 14, 2025 2:46 PM

Targeting the ‘Sindoor’ of Indian daughters has consequences: Uttarakhand CM Dhami

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday lauded the Indian Armed Forces for the success of Operation Sindoor, stating that the operation sent a strong message to terrorists and their handlers about the consequences of targeting innocent Indian families. “Through Operation Sindoor, our Armed Forces, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, have shown the world the consequences of eyeing the 'sindoor'—the symbol of dignity and pride—of Indian daughters,” sa...

May 9, 2025 3:15 PM

India has sufficient food reserves: Shivraj Singh Chauhan amid escalation

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday assured the nation that India has ample food reserves and there is no shortage of essential agricultural commodities. He said that the country’s agricultural stockpiles are at full capacity. While soldiers are stationed at the border, Chouhan emphasized that farmers continue to work diligently in the fields. He also announced that the Centre is formulating a new scheme aimed at boosting crop production. “As the agriculture departme...

May 9, 2025 9:48 AM

Punjab shuts all educational institutes, cancels exams amid India–Pakistan tensions

Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, Punjab—bordering Pakistan over a stretch of 532 km—has ordered the closure of all educational institutions and the cancellation of ongoing examinations. I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University in Jalandhar announced on Friday that, with the approval of competent authorities, all end-semester examinations have been postponed until further notice due to unforeseen circumstances. The revised schedule will be announced at least five days prio...

May 9, 2025 5:06 AM

BSF foils ‘major’ infiltration bid along international border in Samba

The Border Security Force (BSF) foiled a major infiltration attempt along the international border in the Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. The attempt was made around 11 p.m. on May 8. In a post on X, BSF Jammu said: "At around 2300 hours on 8 May 2025, BSF foiled a major infiltration bid at the International Boundary in Samba district, J&K." According to the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), Pakistan also attempted to target military stations in Jammu, Pat...

April 8, 2025 12:28 PM

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visits Jammu & Kashmir, reaffirms security commitments and pays tribute to martyrs

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during his visit to Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to national security and the welfare of the armed and paramilitary forces. In a series of significant engagements, Shah visited the Border Outpost (BOP) ‘Vinay’ in Kathua, interacted with Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, and later met with the families of martyred Jammu and Kashmir policemen in Jammu. At the Vinay BOP, located along the international bord...