Border Security

15 Jan

Drone Sightings Reported in Jammu Sector; Indian Army Activates Counter-Measures

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBorder Security, counter-UAS, defence sources, drone sightings, Indian Army, Jammu sector

Jammu, January 15, 2025: Two separate incidents of drone sightings were reported in the Jammu sector, prompting the Indian Army to activate counter unmanned aerial systems (Counter-UAS) measures, defence sources said on Thursday. According to the sources, unidentified drones were detected in sensitive areas of the sector, following which troops deployed electronic and tactical counter-measures to neutralise any potential threat. The situation was brought under control without any reported damage or casualties. Security agencies are maintaining heightened vigilance in the region, and surveillance has been intensified to prevent any cross-border infiltration or aerial intrusion. Officials said such incidents are being…

04 May

BSF Expansion to Bolster Security Along Pakistan and Bangladesh Borders

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBangladesh border, Border Security, BSF expansion, Pakistan border

New Delhi, May 4 — The Border Security Force (BSF) is set for a major expansion as the Centre moves forward with plans to raise 16 new battalions and set up two additional sector headquarters to reinforce India’s borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh. These battalions will add around 17,000 personnel to the BSF’s strength and enhance surveillance along over 6,700 km of frontier terrain.The two new sector headquarters will be located in Jammu and Mizoram, aimed at tightening vigilance on the western and eastern borders, respectively. Each will be headed by a Deputy Inspector General (DIG)-rank officer. The BSF currently…