Pakistan Border News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Life returning to normal, have not forgotten that terrible dream...: Poonch resident as Op Sindoor marks one month
Poonch, June 8: As Operation Sindoor, launched by Indian armed forces in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, marks one month on Sunday, people living near the Indo-Pakistan border in Poonch district said that life is slowly returning to normal after the ceasefire with schools opening and people getting back to their routine.
One month of Op Sindoor: Life returning to normal, have not forgotten that terrible dream, says Poonch resident
Poonch, June 8: As Operation Sindoor, launched by Indian armed forces in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, marked one month on Saturday, people living near the Indo-Pakistan border in Poonch district said that life is slowly returning to normal after the ceasefire with schools opening and people getting back to their routine.
Villagers in the Darhal region resume farming after cessation of hostilities
Rajouri, June 6: Villagers in the Darhal region have resumed their farming activities after ceasefire violations by the Pakistani army in multiple sectors, including Naushera and Darhal.
Punjab Police arrests two for cross-border arms smuggling; eight weapons seized
Chandigarh, June 6: In a major breakthrough, Punjab Police’s Counter Intelligence of Amritsar apprehended two people, Sukhchain Singh and Jugraj Singh, who were actively involved in cross-border arms smuggling and recovered eight weapons, police said on Friday.
'Enough is enough': Vice Prez Jagdeep Dhankhar on India's response to terror
New Delhi, June 5: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Thursday hailed India’s new anti-terror normal, saying ‘enough is enough! No more tolerance of terrorism’. Addressing students at a Sainik School in Rajasthan’s Chittorgarh, Dhankhar said, “Those who will commit barbarity, use terrorism as a weapon will be taught the lesson of their life like Bahawalpur and Muridke.”
Mock drills under 'Operation Shield' to be conducted today in states, UTs bordering Pak
New Delhi, May 31: In a significant move to enhance national security preparedness, civil defence mock drills will be conducted on Saturday, under 'Operation Shield' across several states and Union Territories sharing borders with Pakistan.
Don't worry, everything will come back to normal: Rahul Gandhi interacts with students in Poonch affected by cross-border shelling
Poonch, May 24: Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi on Saturday visited a school in Poonch and interacted with the students affected by Pakistan's cross-border shelling.
'Truth of Iron Lady': BJP MP recalls 'painful auction' of Rann of Kutch in 1968
New Delhi, May 24: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has reignited a historical controversy by accusing former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi of ceding Indian territory to Pakistan in 1968.
Rahul Gandhi to visit families affected by Pak shelling in Poonch tomorrow
Jammu, May 23: Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will visit the families affected by Pakistan shelling in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Saturday.
Trinamool leaders meet people affected by Pak's cross-border shelling in J&K's Rajouri
New Delhi, May 23: A five-member high-level delegation from the All India Trinamool Congress visited the border areas of the Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir following recent cross-border shelling from Pakistan that left several civilians injured.
Amid border tensions, Jamnagar in Gujarat installs 100 sirens for civil alerts
Jamnagar, May 22: Following the rising tensions between India and Pakistan, security measures have been intensified in Jamnagar -- a strategically significant district in Gujarat that shares proximity to the International Border and hosts all three wings of the Indian Armed Forces.
'Spy' Jyoti Malhotra also visited Rajasthan, filmed sensitive Munabao railway station
Jaipur, May 20: Haryana YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, arrested on charges of alleged espionage for Pakistan, had also filmed Munabao railway station near the Indo-Pakistan border in Barmer, Rajasthan.
Northern Army commander visits forward areas to assess the security situation
Jammu, May 20: Northern Army commander Lt General Pratik Sharma, on Tuesday, visited forward areas along the Line of Control (LoC) to assess the prevailing security situation.
J&K LG chairs unified command meeting on Amarnath Yatra, current security situation
Srinagar, May 20: J&K Lt Governor, Manoj Sinha, on Tuesday, chaired a meeting of the unified command here to review the security arrangements for the annual Amarnath Yatra, as well as the current situation in the UT.
Low-key Beating Retreat ceremony at 3 India-Pak border points in Punjab resumes today
Chandigarh, May 20: After 10 days of ceasefire between India and Pakistan, the Beating Retreat ceremony by the Border Security Force (BSF) is set to resume on Tuesday evening in a scaled-down version at the Attari-Wagah, Hussainiwala, and Fazilka borders, all situated in Punjab.
Goli unhone chalayi thi par dhamaka humne kiya: Indian Army on Operation Sindoor
Jammu, May 19: The Indian Army on Monday highlighted that Operation Sindoor was a calculated and mission-oriented strike that was aimed at destroying the enemy's terror infrastructure and posts facilitating infiltration.
CDS and Army Chief visit Longewala & Suratgarh military station post Operation Sindoor
Jaipur, May 19: In the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan and Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi visited the India-Pakistan border on Monday to assess the situation and boost the morale of the troops.
After suspicious movement, search operation launched in J&K's Rajouri
Jammu, May 19: A search operation was launched in J&K’s Rajouri district on Monday after suspected movement was reported in its border area, officials said.
Suspicious boat triggers maritime security alert off Gujarat coast
Ahmedabad, May 18: A suspicious, unidentified boat spotted approximately 22 nautical miles off the Jafrabad coast in Gujarat has sparked a heightened maritime security alert. The incident, reported on Sunday, set off an extensive aerial and naval search operation involving the Indian Coast Guard, Navy, and marine police.
How 'Haldi Ghati', 'Tropex' helped India deploy military rapidly for Operation Sindoor
New Delhi, May 18: India was carrying out a tri services war game Exercise 'Haldi Ghati' between April 18-21 to ensure seamless communications between the three services and enable them to talk to each other without any obstacles.
'Planned, trained & executed, justice served', Army releases Op Sindoor success video
Jammu, May 18: The Indian Army’s western command said on Sunday that ‘Operation Sindoor’ was planned, trained and executed to deliver Justice.
Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi felicitates BSF Jawan for his role in Operation Sindoor
Jammu, May 17: Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi felicitated Constable Harvinder Singh of Border Security Force (BSF), Jammu, with a commendation disc for his exceptional diligence in preparation for Operation Sindoor.
Tributes pour in as mortal remains of martyred BSF jawan arrives in Patna
Patna, May 17: The mortal remains of the Border Security Force (BSF) officer Manish Kumar, who was martyred during cross-border firing in Jammu and Kashmir, reached Patna on Fiday evening, drawing an outpouring of grief and solemn tributes from across the political spectrum.
Suspicious drone found near India-Pak border in Rajasthan's Anupgarh
Jaipur, May 15: A suspicious drone was discovered on Thursday near the India-Pakistan border in the Anupgarh area of Rajasthan's Sriganganagar district.
J-K: Indian Army holds free medical camp in Akhnoor village amid border tensions
Akhnoor May 14: Amid ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, the Indian Army took a humanitarian initiative by organising a free medical camp in Narayana village of the Akhnoor sector, located near the border.
J-K: Union Minister Jitendra Singh visits Hiranagar, reviews security arrangements
Kathua, May 13: Union Minister Jitendra Singh visited the international border region of Hiranagar in the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday.
Gunfight starts between security forces, terrorists in J&K's Shopian
Srinagar, May 13: Amid the uneasy calm between India and Pakistan after the recent skirmishes and ceasefire declaration, a gunfight started on Tuesday between the security forces and terrorists in Keller area of Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).
Manipur govt announces Rs 10 lakh for family of BSF jawan martyred in Pakistani firing
Imphal, May 12: The Manipur government on Monday announced Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for the family of Border Security Force (BSF) jawan Deepak Chingakham, who was killed in cross-border firing by Pakistan in R.S. Pura sector of Jammu, officials said.
Success of Operation Sindoor dedicated to Indian women: PM Modi
New Delhi, May 12: Calling the Pahalgam terror attack a personal tragedy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday dedicated the bravery and courage of the armed forces involved in Operation Sindoor to every mother, sister and daughter of the nation.
IndiGo, Air India working on gradually restoring flights at reopened airports
New Delhi, May 12: India's largest airlines, IndiGo and Air India, on Monday said that their teams were working to gradually start operating flights to and from the 32 airports that the government has reopened following the de-escalation of hostilities on the Pakistani border.
Centre approves reopening of 32 airports as tensions ease on India-Pakistan border
New Delhi, May 12: The Centre on Monday issued the NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) to reopen the 32 airports that had been shut down since May 9 due to the cross-border drone and missile attacks following heightened tensions between India and Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam massacre of 26 tourists by Islamabad-backed terrorists.
Security forces maintain high vigil as calm prevails on LoC, international border
Jammu/Srinagar, May 12: There was no report of any drone incursion or cross-border shelling in Jammu and Kashmir during the night intervening May 11 and 12 as people rose to a peaceful morning on Monday, but the security forces maintained the vigil.
No firing incident along border in Punjab: Officials
Chandigarh, May 12: No incident of firing along the International Borders in Amritsar and other border districts in Punjab has been reported, officials said on Monday, but all educational institutions will remain closed for one more day.
No incident reported, first calm night in recent days in J&K and other areas: Indian Army
New Delhi, May 12: The Indian Army on Monday said that Jammu and Kashmir and other areas along the International Border remained largely peaceful during the night.
J-K: Shops begin to reopen in City Chowk, some remain closed due to continuing tension
By Shafali Nigam, Jammu, May 11: Following days of heightened tension along the India-Pakistan border, City Chowk in Jammu witnessed the first signs of cautious reopening on Sunday.
Exercise special caution, cancel all leaves: Haryana Health Minister
Chandigarh, May 11: Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao on Sunday directed the Health Department to exercise special caution and cancel all leaves in view of the situation arising on the India-Pakistan border and the incidents of repeated ceasefire violations by Pakistan.
J&K L-G pays homage to BSF braveheart
Jammu, May 11: J&K Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, on Sunday, laid a wreath and paid homage to BSF braveheart, Sub-Inspector, Mohammad Imteyaz, who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the motherland.
'India's response reflects will of 140 crore citizens', Gajendra Singh Shekhawat hails armed forces
New Delhi, May 11: Following fresh ceasefire violations by Pakistan, Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, on Sunday, lauded the Indian Armed Forces for their courageous and effective response, stating that the nation’s military strength has once again gained global recognition.
PM Modi chairs high-level security meet; Defence Minister, NSA, CDS and tri-services chiefs present
New Delhi, May 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was chairing a high-level meeting at his residence on Sunday with the top defence establishment.
After night of drones and explosions, Rajasthan border districts now calm
Jaipur, May 11: Despite a recently announced ceasefire between India and Pakistan, Sunday morning looked peaceful across the border districts of Barmer, Sriganganagar, Bikaner, and Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, officials said.