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United News of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- United News of India
NDRF deployed to bolster rescue op after landslide flattens Army camp in Sikkim
Gangtok, June 3 (UNI) A 23-member team of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) was on Tuesday deployed to bolster the ongoing rescue and evacuation at Chaten in north district's remote Lachen where a massive landslide flattened an Army camp killing three, wounding 4 while six went missing since Monday evening, official sources said. The Sikkim government, meanwhile, declared the north district as " disaster-hit" and warned tourists and other stakeholders to avoid the region for now as the entire district bordering China has remained largely inaccessible since May 28 following rains, which triggered a series of landslides affecting infrastructure. In response to the disaster in north Sikkim, one V-5 helicopter has landed at Pakyong Greenfield Airport, deploying teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF). The NDRF units are equipped with satellite phones and essential emergency equipment, official sources said. The first sortie of the day, comprising 23 NDRF personnel equipped with essential supplies, proceeded towards Chaten from Pakyong Greenfield Airport. "The deployment aims to bolster on-ground efforts in the remote region, where access has been severely hampered due to recent natural disruptions. The teams will aid in evacuation, rescue and the establishment of temporary communication lines to assist affected residents," an official source said. The authorities have issued directives to explore alternate foot-access routes and assess the feasibility of helipad operations, depending on prevailing weather conditions. The efforts are made to reach isolated communities and ensure timely aid, a government communique said. Chief minister Prem Singh Golay condoled the demise of Havaldar Lakhwinder Singh, Lance Naik Munish Thakur and porter Abhishek Lakhadia, who were buried alive when massive landslides swept away an Army camp at Chaten, about 9000 ft above the sea level and about 110 km from Gangtok. Four more wounded were rescued and six personnel have been missing since the disaster struck on Monday at around 7 pm. State chief secretary R Telang, chaired a high-level meeting to review the disaster situation in Mangan district, which has been severely affected by continuous rain, landslides, and widespread disruption in connectivity. The meeting focused on key issues such as road blockages, evacuation of stranded tourists, and the urgent restoration of essential services like power, roadway and telecommunications. In a video conference briefing, district magistrate of Mangan Anant Jain updated the ground situation. The authorities were instructed to maintain effective communication with residents, particularly about the timing and routes for evacuation. Officials from the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) provided an update on the extent of road damage and ongoing restoration efforts. The BRO was directed to deploy sufficient manpower and machinery to expedite the reopening of strategic routes. The teams from BSNL and power, will be mobilised from Pakyong to Lachen by helicopter with essential equipment and backup batteries to restore services. The home department has been tasked with organising and dispatching field teams, while the district authorities have been instructed to provide continuous situation updates and ensure coordination among field teams and the State Control Room in coordination with Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA). The Chief Secretary stressed that immediate priority must be given to restoring power (both conventional and mobile) and telecommunication services, including the use of satellite-based solutions in inaccessible areas. In case full connectivity cannot be restored immediately, departments are to explore foot access routes and evaluate helipad operations, depending on weather conditions. The government underlined the importance of inter-departmental coordination, calling on all departments, including SSDMA, to consolidate their field-level inputs and take a unified approach to relief operations. Coordination with the Indian Army was also suggested for logistics support and situational updates. The immediate objective is the restoration of connectivity and the safe evacuation of those stranded," officials said. The government of Sikkim, through the Sikkim State Disaster Management Authority (SSDMA) and the Land Revenue and Disaster Management Department, has officially declared the damage caused by incessant rains in Mangan District from May 28 onwards as a 'disaster' under Section 22(2)(b) of the Disaster Management Act, 2005. UNI PC PRS
Hindustan Times
21-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Cops recover 105 gm heroin, ₹5L drug money, 6 held in Mohali
In the past 48 hours, Mohali police arrested six drug peddlers in three separate cases, recovering a total of 105 grams of heroin and ₹5 lakh in drug money. All six suspects are currently on police remand at various police stations in Mohali. In the first case, Mohali police arrested two suspects and seized 25.95 grams of heroin from their possession. DSP City 2 Harsimran Singh Bal and Phase 11 station house officer inspector Aman apprehended Lakhwinder Singh and Suraj Singh, both residents of Saharna, Sadar Police Station, Mansa district. A case was registered against them under Sections 21, 61, and 85 of the NDPS Act. During interrogation, Lakhwinder Singh revealed that he had procured the heroin from Sandeep Singh alias Billa, a resident of Khalchian Jadid village in Ferozepur. As a result, Sandeep Singh alias Billa was named in the case, and Section 29 of the NDPS Act was added. Subsequently, a raid was conducted at Billa's house in Ferozepur, guided by Lakhwinder Singh. The raid led to the recovery of 18.61 grams of heroin and ₹4.78 lakh in drug money. The investigation is ongoing. In the second case, the Mohali police arrested a drug trafficker in Zirakpur and recovered 25 grams of heroin from his possession. The accused was identified as Gurpreet Singh alias Ram Singh, a native of Tarn Taran, currently residing in Barmajra village, Mohali. Under the Punjab government's special campaign against drug trafficking and anti-social elements, SP Manpreet Singh and DSP Jaspinder Singh of Zirakpur sub-division, under the directives of SSP Harmandeep Singh Hans, initiated an operation. Zirakpur SHO inspector Gagandeep Singh, along with his team, including sub-inspector Balraj Singh, was present at the McDonald's crossing when they spotted a suspicious man on foot. Upon noticing the police, the man attempted to flee into the nearby fields. After a brief chase, the police apprehended him. A search of the polybag he was carrying led to the recovery of 25 grams of heroin. He was booked under Sections 21, 61, and 85 of the NDPS Act. A case was registered at Zirakpur Police Station, and the accused was presented in court. Police remand was subsequently obtained. In the third case, Kurali police arrested two drug traffickers and recovered 37 grams of heroin and ₹21,740 in drug money. Mullanpur DSP Mohit Agarwal stated that the identities of the two arrested individuals are being withheld for the time being, as more accomplices are yet to be apprehended.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Time of India
Mohali police arrest 6 drug traffickers in 48 hrs, recover 105gm heroin and Rs 5L drug money
1 2 Mohali: In three separate operations over the past 48 hours, the police have arrested six drug traffickers and recovered 105 grams of heroin and Rs 5 lakh in suspected drug money. All six accused are in police custody at different police stations in the district. In the first operation, SHO of Phase 11 police station, apprehended Lakhwinder Singh and Suraj Singh, residents of Saharna village under Sadar Police Station, Mansa. The duo was caught with 25.95 grams of heroin. During interrogation, Lakhwinder Singh revealed the heroin was sourced from Sandeep Singh alias Billa, a resident of Khalchian Jadid village in Ferozepur. Acting on this lead, the police raided Billa's residence and recovered 18.61 grams of heroin and Rs 4.78 lakh in suspected drug proceeds. A case has been registered under sections 21, 61, 85, and 29 of the NDPS Act , and the investigation is ongoing. In the second case, Zirakpur police arrested a man identified as Gurpreet Singh alias Ram Singh, originally from Tarn Taran, now residing in Barmajra village, Mohali. Gagandeep Singh, SHO Zirakpur, along with SI Balraj Singh, apprehended Gurpreet near the McDonald's crossing. On noticing the police, the accused attempted to flee into nearby fields but was caught after a short chase. He was found carrying 25 grams of heroin in a polybag. A case under NDPS Act was registered at Zirakpur police station, and the accused has been remanded in police custody. In the third incident, Kurali police arrested two individuals with 37 grams of heroin and Rs 21,740 in drug proceeds. According to Mullanpur DSP Mohit Agarwal, the identity of the arrested persons has been withheld as more accomplices are yet to be arrested.
The Hindu
14-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Punjab woman injured during Pakistani aerial intrusion dies
A 50-year-old woman who was injured when debris fell on her home during a Pakistani aerial intrusion in Punjab's Ferozepur last week died at a private hospital in Ludhiana on Tuesday (May 13, 2025), officials said. Her husband and their son are still undergoing treatment. Multiple aerial attacks were carried out by Pakistan at many places along India's western borders, including in Punjab, that were effectively thwarted by Indian security forces. Sukhwinder Kaur, her husband Lakhwinder Singh (55) and their son Monu Singh (24) suffered severe burn injuries when an unidentified projectile fell on their home in the Khai Pheme Ke village, setting the structure and a car on fire, during a Pakistani aerial intrusion on May 9. Officials had earlier said Monu Singh was the brother of Lakhwinder Singh. Following Kaur's death, her family members blocked the Ferozepur-Fazilka highway, demanding Rs 1 crore in compensation and martyr status for her. Supported by locals and farmer unions, the family refused to cremate Kaur, calling the state government's Rs 5 lakh compensation a "cruel joke". BJP leader Rana Gurmit Singh Sodhi also met the family. Later, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann raised the aid to ₹10 lakh after Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora's contribution. The protest was called off late in the evening after MLA Ranbir Singh Bhullar assured the family that their demands would be taken up with the State government. Earlier, Mr. Mann had announced a ₹5 lakh ex-gratia from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund and expressed deep sorrow over Kaur's death. "Our government stands firmly with her family during this time of immense pain and we are committed to providing all possible support to help them cope with this devastating loss," he said. New Delhi and Islamabad reached an agreement on May 10 to halt military actions after four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes.
News18
14-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
Punjab Woman Injured During Pakistani Aerial Intrusion Dies
Last Updated: The woman suffered severe burn injuries when an unidentified projectile fell on their home in the Khai Pheme Ke village during a Pakistani aerial intrusion on May 9. A 50-year-old woman who was injured when debris fell on her home during a Pakistani aerial intrusion in Punjab's Ferozepur last week died at a private hospital in Ludhiana on Tuesday, officials said. Her husband and their son are still undergoing treatment. Multiple aerial attacks were carried out by Pakistan at many places along India's western borders, including in Punjab, that were effectively thwarted by Indian security forces. Sukhwinder Kaur, her husband Lakhwinder Singh (55) and their son Monu Singh (24) suffered severe burn injuries when an unidentified projectile fell on their home in the Khai Pheme Ke village, setting the structure and a car on fire, during a Pakistani aerial intrusion on May 9. Officials had earlier said Monu Singh was the brother of Lakhwinder Singh. Following Kaur's death, her family members blocked the Ferozepur-Fazilka highway, demanding Rs 1 crore in compensation and martyr status for her. Supported by locals and farmer unions, the family refused to cremate Kaur, calling the state government's Rs 5 lakh compensation a "cruel joke". BJP leader Rana Gurmit Singh Sodhi also met the family. Later, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann raised the aid to Rs 10 lakh after Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora's contribution. The protest was called off late in the evening after MLA Ranbir Singh Bhullar assured the family that their demands would be taken up with the state government. Earlier, Mann had announced a Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund and expressed deep sorrow over Kaur's death. "Our government stands firmly with her family during this time of immense pain and we are committed to providing all possible support to help them cope with this devastating loss," he said. New Delhi and Islamabad reached an agreement on May 10 to halt military actions after four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes. First Published: May 14, 2025, 08:05 IST
