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Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Fear grips Punjab border districts after Operation Sindoor placed on hold
Amritsar: A month after India launched Operation Sindoor in response to the April 22 Pahalgam massacre, fear still hangs heavy over Punjab's border villages, even though the govt claims the military action is now "on hold". Residents in the districts adjoining the Pakistan border report a lingering anxiety — rooted not just in the conflict itself but in its unresolved status. In villages near Attari and Tarn Taran, life remains suspended in caution. The spectre of Pakistani drones, which violated Indian airspace previously, continues to haunt daily routines. "Even though life is returning to normal slowly, there are still nights we can't sleep," said Dharmander Singh, a farmer near Attari. "Every unfamiliar sound makes me think a drone is approaching." That fear deepens at dusk, prompting many to stay indoors. "We used to hear of ceasefires in Jammu and Kashmir. Now it's our villages on edge," said Manjinder Singh of Naushehra Dhalla. While officials say the cross-border operation has been paused, locals say ambiguity has only heightened their sense of insecurity. "The govt says it's on hold. But what does that really mean for us?" asked Shivani Gupta of Amritsar. The Border Security Force (BSF) has permitted farmers to return to their fields beyond the border fence, with Kisan Guards accompanying them for protection. Yet many remain reluctant. "I have land to till, but every step feels like a risk," said Manjinder Singh. "Who will protect us if something happens?" Economic and diplomatic activity remains sluggish. The Kartarpur Corridor remains closed, trade with Afghanistan has yet to resume, and while Pakistan allowed a stranded Afghan truck to deliver goods into India recently, regular passenger traffic is still suspended. For Punjab's border residents, uncertainty — not gunfire — remains the most unsettling part of the aftermath. MSID:: 121675464 413 | Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Hans India
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Rajasthan's historical documents must be preserved through digitisation: Dy CM
Jaipur: Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari instructed on Tuesday that the rich historical documents of Rajasthan must be preserved through digitisation for future generations. 'The rich historical documents of Rajasthan available in Bikaner should be preserved through digitisation. It is a must for future generations,' the Deputy Chief Minister instructed the officials while chairing a meeting at the secretariat to discuss preservation of historical archives in Bikaner and construction of the 'Documents Museum' building. She further directed to start the process of construction of the 'Documents Museum' building soon, adding that the archives are very important in terms of historical, cultural and research. 'The preservation of these historical documents is our top priority,' she said. The Deputy Chief Minister pointed out that digitisation will not only ensure the security of these documents but also make them accessible to researchers and the general public. An official said that various aspects of the project, budget implementation, technical cooperation and timeline were discussed in detail in the meeting. Officials will soon prepare an action plan and start implementation. Earlier, an important joint committee was held to develop the structures of Swarna Jayanti Park, Mazar Dam and Kishan Bagh in Vidyadhar Nagar Assembly constituency as a model with the assistance of the Indian Army. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) of the project was discussed in depth in the meeting. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief South Western Command Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh, Additional Chief Secretary Finance Akhil Arora, among others. The meeting discussed possibilities of promoting overall development, beautification, environmental protection and tourism of the region as well as making the region a symbol of national pride through military cooperation. The main objective of the project is to develop these areas with clean, green and educational recreation, so that local citizens, youth, children and tourists can find a rich and inspiring environment. This initiative will not only accelerate regional development but also provide an ideal model of coordinated efforts of the army and civil administration, which will be an inspiration for other regions of the state, said officials.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Time of India
After ceasefire, Pak courier drones return to border villages
Amritsar: The hum of carrier drones from Pakistan has returned to the border regions of Punjab, resuming their role as couriers of drugs, arms and explosives after a brief but terrifying shift during Operation Sindoor . Since May 10, after a break in Operation Sindoor, the Border Security Force (BSF) gas reported a resurgence of drone intrusions along the Indo-Pak border in Punjab, with nine drones being downed and significant recoveries, including around 2kg heroin, three pistols, eight magazines, 30 rounds of ammunition, two detonators, and an IED circuit, being made. These drones are not like the military-grade ones seen during Operation Sindoor, but residents of border villages have started fearing them, thinking that they may just attack them. Dharmender Singh, a resident of border village Daoke, said things seem normal on the surface as they were before Operation Sindoor, but the sight of Pakistani drones now caused significant panic. "This constant fear brings is spreading terror," he said. "These drones are back to smuggling, but the memory of explosions is fresh. We're scared they could instead harm people directly," said Manjinder Singh of the border village Naushera Dhalla. A senior Border Security Force (BSF) official, who wished to remain anonymous, informed that they successfully downed Pakistani drones using advanced anti-drone technology. "This technology effectively renders the drones uncontrollable for their pilots in Pakistan. Our forces are on high alert, and we have bolstered our surveillance and anti-drone capabilities to counter this threat," he said. A BSF spokesperson said most Pakistani drones are presumed to have fallen due to the technical interference of electronic countermeasures deployed on the border.
New Straits Times
11-05-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
Elderly hiker airlifted from Gunung Yong Belar after shoulder injury
KUALA LUMPUR: An elderly climber who sustained injuries while hiking on Gunung Yong Belar was airlifted to hospital by a Fire and Rescue Department helicopter. Perak Fire and Rescue Department assistant director of operations Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said they received a distress call regarding the incident at 9.03am. According to Buletin TV3, the victim, 63-year-old Manjinder Singh, is believed to have dislocated his left shoulder while trekking with three companions and three mountain guides. "An AW139 (BMB 07) helicopter from the northern region air base in Bertam, Penang, was deployed at 8.40am and landed at Sultan Azlan Shah Airport in Ipoh. The journey took 90 minutes," he said in a statement. The victim was subsequently transferred by an Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS) ambulance from the Tambun Fire and Rescue Station to Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital for treatment.
Free Malaysia Today
11-05-2025
- Health
- Free Malaysia Today
Senior citizen with dislocated shoulder rescued from Gunung Yong Belar
Manjinder Singh was airlifted up a helicopter to be flown to Ipoh to receive treatment this morning. (Fire and rescue department pic) PETALING JAYA : Fire and rescue department personnel today helped a senior citizen who was injured while climbing Gunung Yong Belar and flew him by helicopter to Ipoh for emergency medical treatment. Perak fire and rescue department assistant operations director Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said they received an emergency call about the incident at 9.03am, Harian Metro reported. He said when his crew reached the victim, 63-year-old Manjinder Singh, they found that he had dislocated his left shoulder. According to Sabarodzi, an AW139 helicopter was then dispatched from the Bertam air base in Penang. 'The helicopter airlifted the victim from the site of the incident and sent him to the Sultan Azlan Shah Airport in Ipoh, where he was then taken to the Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital. 'An emergency medical rescue services ambulance from the Tambun fire and rescue station was sent to the airport to prepare for the victim's arrival,' he said. Sabarodzi said the victim reached the hospital at 10.10am. He added that Manjinder had gone up the mountain with three friends and three guides. Gunung Yong Belar is on the Titiwangsa mountain range and sits on the border between Kelantan and Perak.
