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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Indian Express
Two Chinese nationals arrested on India-Nepal border for ‘suspicious activities'
Two Chinese nationals have been arrested from the Jatahi-Pipraun border in Madhubani district of Bihar after they were allegedly seen taking photographs in the sensitive border area late Wednesday evening. Madhubani Superintendent of Police Yogendra Kumar confirmed that the two have been nabbed from the India-Nepal border in a joint operation by the district police and the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB). 'Both individuals have been arrested under the Foreigners Act 1946. During inspection, we couldn't find any valid travel documents or visas. During initial questioning, it was revealed that they had been travelling in Nepal for the past three months and have crossed the border in the last few days,' the officer said, SP Kumar further added: 'During our preliminary investigation, we found some questionable content on their mobile phones, which can't be disclosed right now as investigations are still ongoing. However, we will be taking them on remand for further interrogation, and if needed, we will also seek assistance from central agencies'. Local sources claimed that some 'anti-India videos' have been found on one of the suspect's phones. They also claimed that while communication was difficult with the suspects — only one of whom spoke some English — translators and language experts were called in to assist with the investigation. Authorities are now trying to establish the identities, motives and activities of both individuals, officials said.
India.com
4 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
Mysterious Drone-Like Objects Spotted Along India-Nepal Border; IAF, Police On High Alert
In a worrying turn of events along the global border, unknown drone-like flying objects were noticed entering Indian territory from Nepal on Monday evening, prompting a multi-agency alert and increased vigilance across Bihar's Madhubani district. Official sources said that personnel of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) deployed at the Kamala Border Outpost (BOP) in Jaynagar reported witnessing "mysterious illuminated aerial objects" flying above the India-Nepal border near midnight. The glowing objects are said to have lingered for almost 30 minutes before disappearing back into Nepalese skies. Superintendent of Police Yogendra Kumar confirmed the sightings, saying, "The SSB personnel acted swiftly and informed the Indian Air Force (IAF) bases in Darbhanga and Delhi. Local police units were also alerted, and a formal investigation is now underway." As a response, police stations around the area have increased patrolling activities. "Security has been tightened along the border, and all concerned agencies are coordinating closely to monitor the situation," SP Kumar said. The porous India-Nepal border in Bihar has historically been a hotspot for smuggling, human trafficking, and unauthorised movement. Officials remain on edge, particularly in view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming two-day visit to the state starting May 29. This incident comes amid growing concerns about aerial surveillance, trans-border security breaches, and the potential misuse of drone technology for illicit activities. The authorities have not so far established the origin or nature of the objects, but investigations are ongoing with the help of local police, central intelligence agencies, and the IAF.
Deccan Herald
4 days ago
- Deccan Herald
Drone-like objects spotted over India-Nepal border, security heightened
According to the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) personnel posted at the Kamala border outpost (BOP) area in Jaynagar, some "mysterious drone-like illuminated objects" were sighted entering Indian airspace from Nepal on Monday night, Superintendent of Police Yogendra Kumar said.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Drone-like objects spotted over India-Nepal border, security heightened
Drone-like objects were spotted over the India-Nepal border in Bihar's Madhubani district, following which an investigation was started, police said on Tuesday. According to the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) personnel posted at the Kamala border outpost (BOP) area in Jaynagar, some 'mysterious drone-like illuminated objects' were sighted entering Indian airspace from Nepal on Monday night, Superintendent of Police Yogendra Kumar said. 'They immediately informed the Indian Air Force authorities in Darbhanga and Delhi. The district police were also informed. An investigation has been started,' he said. 'The glowing tiny objects were observed for about half an hour, and they finally went back to the Nepal side. The district police are already on alert and maintaining strict vigil in coordination with other agencies,' he added. Police stations along the India-Nepal border have been instructed to intensify patrolling, the SP said. Bihar shares a long and porous border with Nepal, which has often been used by illegal immigrants from other countries to sneak into the Indian territory. Security has already been heightened across the state due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit, starting May 29.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
High alert at India-Nepal border after spotting of drone-like luminous objects
Madhubani: Panic gripped the India-Nepal border region after around 15 to 20 drone-like luminous equipment were spotted in Kamala Border Outpost (BOP) area of Jaynagar in the district on Monday night. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), tasked with securing the border, confirmed the sightings, triggering a high alert across the region and prompting notifications to Indian Air Force authorities in Darbhanga and Delhi, sources said on Tuesday. According to the sources in the SSB 48th Battalion at Jaynagar, the drone-like glowing tiny equipment were observed moving from the north-east direction of the Kamala BOP for about half an hour, crossing into Indian territory from east to west before returning northwards into Nepal. Sources noted that the objects appeared as illuminated equipment resembling drones in the night sky. The SSB reached out to Nepalese security officers to inquire about the objects, but Nepal authorities denied any knowledge of such operations or experiments in the area. In response, the SSB informed the Indian Air Force stations in Darbhanga and Delhi, the sources said. A high alert has been declared along the border, with security personnel, along with the district police, maintaining strict vigilance. Meanwhile, unconfirmed sources also speculated that the luminous drone-like equipment spotted Monday night at Jaynagar may possibly be Starlink satellite train. Starlink is a project by SpaceX of Elon Musk, aimed at providing high-speed internet connectivity globally. Sources in the know of things said that it involves launching thousands of small satellites into Low Earth Orbit. These satellites reflect sunlight, making them visible shortly after sunset or before sunrise. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now They also said that the spectacle lasts only a few minutes. As Musk's Starlink has got a Letter of Intent by Department of Telecommunications, speculations are rife about the company making trial run of launching such satellites, preparatory to the beginning of its operations in India. Madhubani: Panic gripped the India-Nepal border region after around 15 to 20 drone-like luminous equipment were spotted in Kamala Border Outpost (BOP) area of Jaynagar in the district on Monday night. Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), tasked with securing the border, confirmed the sightings, triggering a high alert across the region and prompting notifications to Indian Air Force authorities in Darbhanga and Delhi, sources said on Tuesday. According to the sources in the SSB 48th Battalion at Jaynagar, the drone-like glowing tiny equipment were observed moving from the north-east direction of the Kamala BOP for about half an hour, crossing into Indian territory from east to west before returning northwards into Nepal. Sources noted that the objects appeared as illuminated equipment resembling drones in the night sky. The SSB reached out to Nepalese security officers to inquire about the objects, but Nepal authorities denied any knowledge of such operations or experiments in the area. In response, the SSB informed the Indian Air Force stations in Darbhanga and Delhi, the sources said. A high alert has been declared along the border, with security personnel, along with the district police, maintaining strict vigilance. Meanwhile, unconfirmed sources also speculated that the luminous drone-like equipment spotted Monday night at Jaynagar may possibly be Starlink satellite train. Starlink is a project by SpaceX of Elon Musk, aimed at providing high-speed internet connectivity globally. Sources in the know of things said that it involves launching thousands of small satellites into Low Earth Orbit. These satellites reflect sunlight, making them visible shortly after sunset or before sunrise. They also said that the spectacle lasts only a few minutes. As Musk's Starlink has got a Letter of Intent by Department of Telecommunications, speculations are rife about the company making trial run of launching such satellites, preparatory to the beginning of its operations in India.
