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Time of India
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Proud of his sacrifice, says slain BSF constable's dad
Guwahati: The mortal remains of BSF constable Deepak Chingakham , who hails from Manipur and was killed in cross-border shelling by Pakistan in RS Pura area of Jammu, would be brought to Imphal on was from BSF's 7th Battalion and was among the eight BSF personnel who were injured in the cross-border shelling on Saturday. He succumbed to his injuries the next wreath-laying ceremony would be held at Imphal airport after which the mortal remains would be taken to his hometown in Yairipok Yambem Mathak Leikai in Imphal East where the last rites would be is survived by his father, mother and a brother. Chingakham Bonibihari Singh, father of the fallen constable, told PTI, "We are really proud of his sacrifice. He joined the BSF in April 2021 and was the sole breadwinner of the family. Due to health issues, I am unable to work."Deepak's younger brother Chingakham Naoba Singh said, "He used to call me now and then to ask me what I needed and always told me to work hard to succeed in life. Now he is gone. I am completely devastated."Deepak's mother is also in a state of shock and has been crying inconsolably, asking her son to be brought Manipur chief minister, N Biren Singh, posted on his X handle, "He was a proud son of Manipur, and as a Manipuri-Meitei, his courage and devotion to the nation reflect the unwavering commitment of our people to protect and serve. We salute the armed forces for their relentless dedication and bravery. We stand with the family of Constable Deepak in this difficult time and will extend all possible support. His sacrifice will always be remembered with honour and pride," Singh and the Congress in Manipur on Monday condoled the death of Chingakham. BJP state president Adhikarimayum Sharda Devi said, "We are deeply saddened by the loss of constable (GD) Deepak Chingakham of the Border Security Force , who made the ultimate sacrifice while bravely serving the nation during cross-border firing in the R S Pura sector."Congress president Keisham Meghachandra extended his condolences to the bereaved family. Keisham said, "The people of Manipur, and indeed the entire nation, are proud of his bravery and commitment. We will remember him for his supreme sacrifice for our motherland. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and fellow soldiers. May the Almighty grant them strength during this time of immense grief."The BSF in a social media post stated, "Constable Deepak Chingakham sustained fatal injuries during cross-border firing along the International Boundary in R S Pura area, Jammu district, on May 10, and attained martyrdom on May 11."
Hindustan Times
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Second BSF personnel succumbs to injury in Jammu due to Pakistani shelling
The BSF on Sunday said a second trooper was killed in action after Pakistan initiated cross-border firing in the Jammu region a day ago. "Constable Deepak Chimngakham sustained fatal injuries during cross-border firing along the International Boundary in R S Pura area, Jammu district, on May 10, and attained martyrdom on May 11," the Border Security Force (BSF) said in a social media post. The BSF director general and all ranks express their deepest condolences to his family, it said. Eight troopers of the BSF's 7th Battalion were injured in Saturday's shelling, and sub-inspector Mohammed Imteyaz later succumbed to his injuries. A wreath-laying ceremony was held with full military honours at the BSF's frontier headquarters in Jammu's Paloura on Sunday for Imteyaz. His last rites will be performed at his native Narayanpur village in Bihar's Saran district on Monday. A similar wreath-laying ceremony to honour Chimngakham will be held at the BSF's frontier headquarters on Monday. The firing between BSF and Pakistani forces took place after India launched Operation Sindoor following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam. The military operation by the Indian Armed Forces was launched on May 7 and nine terror infrastructures were destroyed in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). All subsequent retaliations to Pakistani offensives were carried out as part of this operation. The two countries reached an agreement to stop all firings and military actions on land, air and sea on Saturday after four days of cross-border strikes that triggered fears of a wider conflict.
The Star
02-05-2025
- The Star
Three nabbed for illegal iron ore mining in Rompin
KUANTAN: Three men, including two Bangladeshi nationals, were arrested for suspected illegal iron ore mining at Sungai Ganoh in the Bukit Ibam Forest Reserve, Muadzam Shah, on Tuesday. The arrests were made around 3am during a joint operation by the General Operations Force (GOF) 7th Battalion and the Pahang State Enforcement Unit, known as Op Bersepadu Khazanah. According to a statement by the GOF Southeast Brigade, checks revealed that the mining site was operated by a local man, along with two Bangladeshis. The site owner could not produce a valid mining licence, while the two foreigners had no valid identification documents. All three men, aged between 40 and 50, were detained. Authorities also seized equipment and machinery worth about RM1.25mil. The case is being investigated under the State Mineral Enactment 2001 and the Immigration Act 1959/63. - Bernama
Malay Mail
02-05-2025
- Malay Mail
Authorities detain trio for illegal iron ore mining in Pahang forest reserve, seize RM1.25m machinery
KUANTAN, May 2 — Three men, including two Bangladeshi nationals, were arrested for suspected illegal iron ore mining at Sungai Ganoh in the Bukit Ibam Forest Reserve, Muadzam Shah, last Tuesday. The arrests were made around 3am during a joint operation by the General Operations Force (GOF) 7th Battalion and the Pahang State Enforcement Unit, known as Op Bersepadu Khazanah. According to a statement by the GOF Southeast Brigade, checks revealed that the mining site was operated by a local man, along with two Bangladeshis. The site owner could not produce a valid mining licence, while the two foreigners had no valid identification documents. All three men, aged between 40 and 50, were detained. Authorities also seized equipment and machinery worth about RM1.25 million. The case is being investigated under the State Mineral Enactment 2001 and the Immigration Act 1959/63. — Bernama
The Sun
02-05-2025
- The Sun
Three nabbed for illegal iron ore mining in Rompin
KUANTAN: Three men, including two Bangladeshi nationals, were arrested for suspected illegal iron ore mining at Sungai Ganoh in the Bukit Ibam Forest Reserve, Muadzam Shah, last Tuesday. The arrests were made around 3 am during a joint operation by the General Operations Force (GOF) 7th Battalion and the Pahang State Enforcement Unit, known as Op Bersepadu Khazanah. According to a statement by the GOF Southeast Brigade, checks revealed that the mining site was operated by a local man, along with two Bangladeshis. The site owner could not produce a valid mining licence, while the two foreigners had no valid identification documents. All three men, aged between 40 and 50, were detained. Authorities also seized equipment and machinery worth about RM1.25 million. The case is being investigated under the State Mineral Enactment 2001 and the Immigration Act 1959/63.
