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Express Tribune
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
BSF resumes Wagah-Attari border parade
India's Border Security Force (BSF) has resumed the traditional beating retreat parade at the Wagah-Attari border after a 12-day suspension prompted by heightened tensions between Pakistan and India. The parade, which was temporarily halted by the BSF on May 7, had continued uninterrupted on the Pakistani side, with Punjab Rangers maintaining their daily ceremonial performance. On Monday, both sides carried out their usual parade routines. However, the border gates remained closed throughout the ceremony, and no handshake took place between the personnel of the two countries, an indication that bilateral tensions still linger.
Business Recorder
15-05-2025
- Business Recorder
Pakistan, India swap border security men
ISLAMABAD: In an unusual display of goodwill gesture in prevailing tense environment, Pakistan and India swapped Wednesday each other's border security personnel who had inadvertently crossed over international boundary on April 23 following Pahalgam incident. Pakistan handed over Border Security Force (BSF) constable Purnam Kumar Shaw to Indian authorities, while India reciprocated by returning Pakistan Rangers personnel Muhammadullah, official sources said. BSF constable, Purnam Kumar Shaw was caught by Pakistani security forces on April 23, 2025, after he accidentally crossing into Pakistani territory near theGanda Singh Wala/Ferozepur sector. Muhammadullah, a Punjab Rangers personnel, was; however, detained by the Indian BSF under similar circumstances. The Punjab Rangers and BSF officials held consistent flag meetings to secure release and safe repatriation of each other's border security personnel. The release of border Jawans between the two countries, is being considered a positive development in hostile environment. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
23-04-2025
- General
- Express Tribune
Hedgehog deer rescued by Punjab Wildlife in Shakargarh
Listen to article A hedgehog deer that had wandered into a residential area in Shakargarh city of Punjab province's Narowal district was successfully rescued and returned to its natural habitat by the Punjab Wildlife Department. The animal strayed into Mohalla Ansariya, prompting some locals to attempt capturing it. Wildlife officials quickly intervened, administered first aid, and released the deer into the Benhal protected forest. Punjab Rangers supported the rescue team during the operation, ensuring a smooth and secure release. Deputy Chief Wildlife Ranger Sheikh Zahid Iqbal praised the joint efforts, saying the timely response helped preserve a vulnerable species and raised public awareness about wildlife protection. He noted that such animals, including deer and nilgai, often cross into Pakistan from India while fleeing poachers or seeking food. Once inside Pakistan, they are given necessary care and protection. The rescue highlights ongoing efforts by Pakistani authorities to protect biodiversity and educate citizens about the importance of conservation. Earlier, a rare Indian grey wolf was killed by shepherds near Bahawalpur, raising alarm among conservationists about the safety of endangered species in Pakistan's rural regions. Deputy Chief Wildlife Ranger Syed Ali Usman confirmed that local shepherds tracked and killed the animal in a rural area. The carcass has been recovered and sent for post-mortem. Authorities are investigating the incident under the Punjab Protected Areas Act 2020 (Amended 2025) and have pledged to file a case once the suspects are identified. The Indian grey wolf (Canis lupus pallipes) is an endangered subspecies native to dry and semi-arid regions of South Asia. Slightly smaller and more elusive than its European relatives, the animal rarely enters human settlements unless its habitat is disturbed or food sources run dry.
