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February 3, 2025 4:42 PM

Illegal immigration disrupting Delhi’s economy, causing “notable increase of Muslim population”: JNU report

A report from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has highlighted the significant socio-economic and political disruptions caused by illegal immigration in Delhi, particularly from Bangladesh and Myanmar. The report, titled Illegal Immigrants to Delhi: Analysing Socio-economic and Political Consequences, outlines how the influx of undocumented settlers has reshaped the city's demographics, strained resources, and strengthened criminal networks. The 114-page document presents a comprehensive analy...

September 16, 2024 4:24 PM

BSF engages border villages to fortify security along India-Bangladesh border

In wake of the recent political upheaval in Bangladesh following the departure of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the Border Security Force (BSF) is ramping up efforts to secure the India-Bangladesh border. The Border Security Force (BSF) is ramping up efforts to secure the India-Bangladesh border. To gain local support for enhanced security measures and combat illegal activities, the BSF is conducting "village coordination meetings" in border communities. Tasked with safeguarding the 4,0...

September 16, 2024 4:32 PM

BSF issues high alert along international border amid Bangladesh unrest

In light of the current law and order situation in Bangladesh, the Border Security Force (BSF) on Monday put the India-Bangladesh border on high alert for the next 48 hours. BSF Director General Daljit Singh Chawdhary has also reached Kolkata to closely monitor the situation. A senior BSF officer confirmed that given the situation in Bangladesh, a high alert has been issued to BSF frontiers at the India-Bangladesh border. The North and South Bengal Frontiers have been instructed to intensify pa...