A police team from Police Station Boniyar reached the spot immediately and has taken up an investigation to ascertain the circumstances leading to his death, the official added.
According to reports from the border area, many of those arriving at Hakimpur had allegedly been living in different parts of India for years, using forged or fraudulently obtained identity documents. Several were seen carrying Bangladeshi identity papers while seeking permission to return home.
Bengal begins action against Bangladeshi infiltrators: The announcement, made by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, marks a definitive end to years of political deadlock over border security and sets a one-year deadline to completely seal the state's international border with Bangladesh.
The West Benagl government approved transferring of lands to the Border Security Force (BSF) for fencing along the India-Bangladesh border withing 45 days, starting today.
Amit Shah said the BJP will complete land allocation for Indo-Bangladesh border fencing within 45 days if it comes to power in West Bengal. He accused the Trinamool Congress of enabling infiltration and claimed the BJP would restore security and law and order in the state.
In a heated escalation, Mamata Banerjee blames the BSF for pushing Indians into Bangladesh and attacks the Centre for blocking MGNREGA and housing scheme funds.
According to the BSF IG, infiltration tactics have evolved, with terrorists attempting entry through new routes. However, close coordination between the BSF and Army, supported by a strong intelligence network, has enabled timely action against such threats.
Punjab Police arrested four operatives linked to gangster Goldy Dhillon after a shootout, recovering arms. Separately, BSF seized three drones and heroin near the Punjab border during surveillance operations.
The BSF arrested a smuggler near the Indo-Bangladesh border in North 24-Parganas, seizing 712 grams of gold worth Rs 88.34 lakh.
Two scrap dealers from Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, Virendra Kushwaha and Pushpendra Kushwaha have purchased a 55-seater BSF cargo plane with plans to convert it into a luxury hotel.
The Border Security Force (BSF) has heightened vigilance along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir's Arnia Sector ahead of the Deepawali celebrations.
Lt. Gen. Katiyar emphasized that unless Islamabad changes its mindset, such hostile acts are likely to continue. He cautioned that a future operation, dubbed “Operation Sindoor 2.0,” would be even more intense if provocations persist.
The operations were carried out under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) to dismantle terror support networks. Srinagar Police Conduct Searches Linked to Banned JeI and Hurriyat Associates.
In August 2025, Avtar Singh Shahi was awarded the President of India's Police Medal for Distinguished Service, the country's highest police honor for sustained dedication and leadership.
Border Security Force (BSF) Kashmir Frontier Inspector General (IG) Ashok Yadav said that infiltration attempts usually increase before the onset of heavy winter snowfall, as militants know their opportunities to cross the LoC will be limited over the next six months, making autumn a critical period for heightened vigilance.
The encounter commenced early this morning, when a combined team from the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and the Border Security Force (BSF), acting on precise intelligence, advanced into the rugged terrain of Abujhmad to intercept the insurgents.
The school, inaugurated earlier this month, is part of a wider plan to integrate drones into frontline operations following Operation Sindoor and lessons from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
During post-surrender interrogation, DVCM doctor Sukhlal delivered a damning indictment of the Maoist leadership, stating that top cadre Maoist leaders are the biggest enemies of the tribal people.
Kargil Vijay Diwas is observed every year on July 26 to commemorate India's victory in the 1999 Kargil War against Pakistani intruders who had illegally occupied strategic positions in the Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir. The day honours the extraordinary courage, sacrifice and resilience of the Indian armed forces who fought to reclaim the region in difficult, high-altitude terrain and extreme weather conditions.
The annual Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine in Jammu & Kashmir is set for July 3 to August 9, 2025. The Jammu & Kashmir administration has designated both main routes—Pahalgam (46 km) and Baltal (14 km, shorter) as “No Flying Zones” starting July 1, 2025, to enhance security.
BSF Assistant Commander Neha Bhandari had led the fierce retaliation that eliminated 100 terrorists.
Personnel from the BSF rushed to the spot and recovered a yellow packet containing one kilogram of heroin, attached to the drone.