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Time of India
19-05-2025
- Time of India
Ferozepur police nabs 4 drug smugglers with 4.25kg heroine and drug money
FEROZEPUR: In a drive against drugs, Ferozepur police have successfully intercepted a major drug smuggling operation by arresting four drug smugglers with 4.25kg heroin and seizing a drug money of 1.97 lakh, here on Monday. Giving details, Bhupinder Singh Sidhu, senior superintendent of police, Ferozepur said that acting on a crucial tip-off, the CIA wing of Ferozepur police laid a trap and intercepted a vehicle, leading to the arrest of four drug smugglers, identified as Swaran Singh, a resident of Kamale Wala village, Gurwant Singh of Maste Wala, Sandeep Singh of Hazara Ram Singh Wala and Manpreet Singh from Nurpur village in Ferozeput. 'During search of the intercepted vehicle, police recovered 4.225 kg of heroin, worth Rs 22 crore along with 1.97 Lakh drug money from the accused. The police impounded the car being used for smuggling the contraband,' he added. Gurwant Singh has a criminal past with five cases registered against him, including under the Arms and NDPS Acts. Another accused Manpreet also has two prior cases, including one under the NDPS Act, in which 80g of heroin was recovered from him, the SSP said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ótimas notícias para os cidadãos brasileiros! Leia mais Undo Bhupinder Singh Sidhu, SSP further elaborated on the operation, stating that a case has been registered at the Ferozepur Sadar Police Station under relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Investigations are currently underway to thoroughly trace the backward and forward linkages of this intricate smuggling network. He assured that multiple raids are being conducted to dismantle the larger network involved, and more arrests are anticipated in the near future. This successful operation underscores the vigilance and proactive measures being taken by the Punjab Police to counter the persistent threat of cross-border drug trafficking .
Hindustan Times
19-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
4 held with 4.25kg heroin, ₹1.97 lakh in drug money in Punjab's Ferozepur
The Ferozepur police arrested four people with 4.25kg of heroin and ₹1.97 lakh in drug money on Monday. Senior superintendent of police Bhupinder Singh Sidhu identified the four accused as Swaran Singh, 20, of Kamale Wala village, Gurwant Singh, 30, of Maste Wala, Sandeep Singh, 23, of Hazara Ram Singh Wala and Manpreet Singh, 27, from Nurpur village, all in Ferozepur district. The police impounded the car being used for smuggling the contraband. Gurwant Singh has a criminal past with five cases registered against him, including under the Arms and NDPS Acts. Manpreet also has two prior cases, including one under the NDPS Act, in which 80g of heroin was recovered from him, the SSP said. In a separate case on Sunday, police arrested Pathi, 22, of Isa Nagari in Makhu, Ferozepur. He was found in possession of a country-made .315 bore pistol and a live cartridge.
India.com
10-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Operation Sindoor: Indian Army Destroys Terrorist Launchpads Near LoC
India-Pakistan Conflict: As a part of Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army targeted terrorist launchpads and "pulverized" them, after the Pakistani drone strikes on the night of May 8 and 9 in multiple cities of India. In a post on the social media platform X, the Indian Army shared a video and said, "As a response to Pakistan's misadventures of attempted drone strikes on the night of 08 and 09 May 2025 in multiple cities of Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab, the Indian Army conducted a coordinated fire assault on terrorist launchpads, pulverizing & razing them to cinders." In addition, the post added that the terrorist launchpads located near the Line of Control (LoC) were a hub for planning and executing terror attacks against Indian civilians and security forces. "The terrorist launchpads, located close to the Line of Control, were a hub for planning and executing terror attacks against Indian civilians and security forces in the past. The Indian Army's swift and decisive action has dealt a significant blow to terrorist infrastructure and capabilities," it said. OPERATION SINDOOR Indian Army Pulverizes Terrorist Launchpads As a response to Pakistan's misadventures of attempted drone strikes on the night of 08 and 09 May 2025 in multiple cities of Jammu & Kashmir and Punjab, the #Indian Army conducted a coordinated fire assault on… — ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) May 10, 2025 Pakistani Drones In Indian Territory In a post on X, the Ministry of Defence stated that drones were sighted at 26 locations along the International Border and Line of Control (LoC) with Pakistan. On Friday, a Pakistani drone hit a residential area in Firozpur, Punjab, injuring three people. ANI quoted SSP Ferozepur, Bhupinder Singh Sidhu, as saying, "We received information about three people being injured. They have burn injuries. Doctors will treat them. Most of the drones have been neutralised by the army." Explosions were also heard in Jammu as India's air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid a blackout. In a briefing on Saturday of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the Ministry of Defence (MoD) about the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, it was informed that the Pakistan Military has been moving its troops into forward areas. (with ANI inputs)
Mint
10-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Surface-to-air missile systems activated, loud explosions heard in J&K, 32 airports closed in India
Loud explosions were heard in parts of Jammu and Kashmir early Saturday, 32 airports have been shut for civilian flight operations, and a complete blackout has been imposed in Punjab's Jalandhar and in several districts of Jammu & Kashmir as tension between India and Pakistan continue to escalate. Meanwhile, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved the first review of Pakistan's economic reform program under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), enabling a disbursement of approximately USD 1 billion. India, however, firmly opposed providing funds to a country that continues to sponsor cross-border terrorism. Here are Top 10 developments you must know about India-Pakistan tensions: 1. Pakistan attacks: Sources told news agency ANI that Pakistan launched an attack on 26 locations last night. "After that, India has carried out a retaliatory action. Intermittent firing is going on along the LoC at many places," sources said. A civilian was reportedly injured in a Pakistani attack in Rajouri, J&K, on Saturday. "...One injured person has been brought here. Doctors and the entire team are ready. His treatment began immediately...," said Farukh Ahmed Wani, the security incharge at the hospital. 2. Missile systems: 'Heavy engagement going on with Pakistan over Srinagar and adjoining areas. Surface to air missile systems activated in the area by forces,' sources told news agency ANI. 3. Drones have been sighted at 26 locations: Defence sources said late Friday that drones were sighted at 26 locations — ranging from Baramulla in the North to Bhuj in the South, along both the International Border and the Line of Control with Pakistan. These included suspected armed drones posing potential threats to civilian and military targets. "The locations include Baramulla, Srinagar, Avantipora, Nagrota, Jammu, Ferozpur, Pathankot, Fazilka, Lalgarh Jatta, Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bhuj, Kuarbet and Lakhi Nala," defence sources told news agency ANI. 4. Series of explosions: A series of explosions were heard in parts of Jammu and Kashmir late Friday night and early Saturday. Loud explosions heard in Rajouri, Akhnoor, Udhampur. According to visuals shared by news agency ANI, houses and property have been damaged in the Rajouri region after a continuous series of explosions were heard there. 5. Drone hits civilian area in Ferozpur: Defence sources told news agency ANI that an armed drone targeted a civilian area in Ferozpur, resulting in severe injuries to members of a local family. SSP Ferozepur Bhupinder Singh Sidhu said, 'We received information about three people being of these, the condition of a woman is critical, she has suffered severe burns. The other two have lesser burns. We have immediately started their treatment. They are from the same family.' "The injured have been provided medical assistance, and the area has been sanitised by security forces. The Indian Armed Forces are maintaining a high state of alert, and all such aerial threats are being tracked and engaged using counter-drone systems. The situation is under close and constant watch, and prompt action is being taken wherever necessary," sources said. 6. Blackouts in THESE areas: A blackout was imposed in Punjab's Jalandhar "for some time as some drones have been reportedly sighted in Jalandhar," official said. They added, "forces are checking. Please be calm and follow the blackout protocol." A complete blackout has been enforced in Barmer in Rajasthan, Firozpur in Punjab, in Rajouri and Jammu districts of Jammu and Kashmir. Meanwhile, CMO Gujarat said that a blackout has been imposed in the villages of bordering Santalpur taluka in Patan district as a precautionary measure. "All the citizens are advised to stay away from rumours and follow the instructions issued by administration from time to time," the CMO posted on X. 7. G7 Foreign Ministers: A statement read, "We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, strongly condemn the egregious terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22 and urge maximum restraint from both India and Pakistan." "Further military escalation poses a serious threat to regional stability. We are deeply concerned for the safety of civilians on both sides. We call for immediate de-escalation and encourage both countries to engage in direct dialogue towards a peaceful outcome. We continue to monitor events closely and express our support for a swift and lasting diplomatic resolution," read the G7 Foreign Ministers' statement on India and Pakistan. 8. IMF approves $1B loan to Pakistan: The International Monetary Fund approved the first review of Pakistan's economic reform program under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), enabling a disbursement of approximately USD 1 billion. India, however, firmly opposed providing funds to a country that continues to sponsor cross-border terrorism, warning that such support carries reputational risks for global institutions and undermines international norms. 9. Airport shutdowns: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) and relevant aviation authorities issued a series of notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) announcing the temporary closure of 32 airports across Northern and Western India for all civil flight operations. The NOTAM is effective from May 9, 2025, to May 14, 2025(which corresponds to 0529 IST on 15th May 2025), due to operational reasons. The list of 32 airports include Adhampur, Ambala, Amritsar, Awantipur, Bathinda, Bhuj, Bikaner, Chandigarh, Halwara, Hindon, Jaisalmer, Jammu, Jamnagar, Jodhpur, Kandla, Kangra (Gaggal), Keshod, Kishangarh, Kullu Manali (Bhuntar), Leh, Ludhiana, Mundra, Naliya, Pathankot, Patiala, Porbandar, Rajkot (Hirasar), Sarsawa, Shimla, Srinagar, Thoise and Uttarlai.
Hans India
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Three injured in drone attack in Punjab's Ferozepur
Three people, including a woman, were injured on the outskirts of Punjab's Ferozepur town following an attack by drones of Pakistan on Friday night. Senior Superintendent of Police Bhupinder Singh Sidhu told the media that three family members have received burn injuries. He said that most of the drone attacks have been neutralised by the Indian Army. He clarified that this was the lone drone attack in the district. Police officials told the media that the blast took place owing to drone that was later intercepted and which got destroyed by the Army's air defence system, but it landed at a house in Khai Pheme Ke village. A car parked outside the house was on CNG that triggered the fire, an official said. The three injured were identified as Lakhwinder Singh, Monu Singh, both sons of Bagicha Singh; and Sukhwinder Kaur, wife of Lakhwinder Singh. They were hospitalised with Lakhwinder's condition is critical. Unconfirmed reports said there were drone blasts in Jalandhar and Pathankot cities early Saturday morning. Media reports also said a Pakistani missile was intercepted and neutralised by Indian armed forces in Haryana's Sirsa town. The Punjab Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, on Friday gave his approval to include war and terrorist-affected victims under the Farishtey scheme. A spokesperson for the Chief Minister's Office said that in order to provide immediate hassle-free medical treatment to victims of war and terrorist activities in government-empanelled private hospitals and to encourage the public to bring the victims to the nearest hospitals, coverage under the Farishtey Scheme of 2024 has been expanded. This will provide coverage for victims of war and terrorist activities, ensuring comprehensive support and relief to affected individuals. This expansion reinforces the state government's commitment to help those facing extraordinary hardships due to such events. The primary objective of this decision is to lower the mortality and morbidity rates resulting from injuries sustained in war and terrorist activities. In view of the current tensions between India and Pakistan, the state government has issued directives, cancelling all leaves of Fire Brigade staff and ordering round-the-clock deployment at sensitive locations. An official statement quoting Local Government Minister Ravjot Singh instructed officials to conduct mock drills, ensure all equipment is fully functional and maintain constant communication with the Army authorities for swift response in case of any emergency. Officials have been directed to remain on high alert with their mobile phones active at all times. Punjab shares a long International Border with Pakistan and lies in the proximity of Afghanistan, which is a major heroin producer. Pakistan continues to make concerted efforts to destabilise India's internal security by smuggling drugs and weapons from across the border. The fencing along the International Border has been breached with the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and drones.
