Border Security Force

BSF arrests PAK intruder from flood-affected border area in Jammu; second terrorist killed in Kulgam encounter

In the backdrop of flood-like conditions along the border, BSF troops arrested a Pakistani national attempting to cross into Jammu from the R.S. Pura sector. The intruder, identified as Siraaj Khan from Punjab, Pakistan, was found carrying foreign currency and is under interrogation.

Sep 8, 2025

BSF trooper goes missing from battalion headquarters in J&K's Srinagar

BSF trooper mysteriously went missing from battalion HQ in J&K's Srinagar

Authorities have lodged a missing report and are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding Choudhary's disappearance. At this stage, it is unclear whether his absence was voluntary or if other factors are involved.

Aug 1, 2025

No chhadar exchange with Pakistan at Baba Chamliyal Mela on IB amid continued border tensions

Thousands of devotees gathered at the Baba Chamliyal shrine in Samba district on the International Border for the annual mela, but for the eighth consecutive year, the traditional exchange of chhadar, shakkar (sacred soil), and sharbat (holy water) with Pakistani Rangers was suspended.

Jun 26, 2025

Responded in measured fashion to continued Pakistani provocations: India

"Our response measured despite Pakistan's provocations": India

India stated on Saturday that it has responded in a "measured manner" to the ongoing provocations and escalations by Pakistan.

May 10, 2025

BSF Ensures Border Security Amidst Infiltration Threats, Fortifies Protection Grid

Inspector General of BSF, Jammu Frontier, D K Boora affirmed that the security forces are fully alert to counter any infiltration attempts by terrorists along the border with Pakistan.

Nov 14, 2024

Smuggled snake venom worth Rs 12 crore recovered in Bengal

Border Security Force on Friday said that they have seized smuggled snake venom worth Rs 12 crore from an Indo- Bangladesh bordering pocket at Hili in South Dinajpur district in the northern sector of West Bengal.

Feb 9, 2024

From shooting down PAK drones to action against Maoists, a busy 2022 for BSF

For the Border Security Force (BSF) deployed on the borders of Pakistan and Bangladesh, 2022 was a busy year as they not only foiled Pakistan's nefarious plans but also confiscated large amount of drugs, and caught smugglers and infiltrators on the Bangladesh border.

Jan 1, 2023

Border Security Force celebrates 58th Foundation Day

The Border Security Force (BSF) is celebrating its 58th Foundation Day on Thursday. According to data, the para-military force seized more than 26,000 kilograms of drugs from the border areas till October 31 this year.

Dec 1, 2022

Drones shot down every week; BSF IG confident of tackling PAK's drone menace [details]

BSF's Jammu frontier Inspector General DK Boora said that majority of the arms dropped through drones have been recovered by the forces.

Nov 30, 2022

From ganja to cattle heads; BSF seizes consignment of contraband valued at Rs 2.29cr [details]

The troopers seized the huge quantity of contraband items, besides 20.5 kg ganja, rescued 29 cattle heads having combined seizure value having Rs 2.29 crore along with 10,500, Bangladeshi Taka

May 15, 2022

PAK drone carrying contraband shot down in Punjab's Ferozpur; BSF foils another malicious design [details]

The Border Security Force (BSF) on Monday said that its alert troops shot down a drone that came from the Pakistan side in Punjab's Ferozepur sector.

Mar 7, 2022

Five BSF personnel killed in fratricide incident in Amritsar; probe ordered [details]

The BSF said that a constable, identified as Satteppa S.K., had fired at five of his colleagues in the camp, which is located 20 km from the Attari-Wagah border.

Mar 6, 2022

Women BSF bikers practicing on Rajpath for Republic Day Parade.

India's BSF's women bikers to embark on Delhi to Kanyakumari expedition on International Women's Day

The Border Security Force's 'all-women bikers' team will embark on a Delhi to Kanyakumari expedition on International Women's Day on March 8.

Mar 5, 2022

BSF jurisdiction increased in border states to curb looming threats of drones, UAVs: MoS Home

Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai justified the decision to increase the jurisdiction of BSF in some border states, citing the threats of UAVs, drones among other things.

Dec 7, 2021

BSF foils bid to smuggle weapons, drugs from Pakistan in Jammu

The Border Security Force (BSF) has foiled an attempt to smuggle weapons and narcotics from Pakistan on the International Border (IB) in Jammu' Arnia, officials said on Sunday.

Sep 20, 2020

Five intruders shot dead by BSF near Indo-Pak border in Punjab's Tarn Taran

The Border Security Force (BSF) on Saturday shot dead five suspected Pakistani intruders along the International Border in Punjab.

Aug 22, 2020

Soldiers at TN quarantine centre allege police threats for demanding proper facilities

A Border Security Force (BSF) trooper who has come for holiday from Jammu said they are not allowed to go out and get some milk for the baby.

Jun 23, 2020

CRPF constable kills wife for stopping him from going for election duty in Chhattisgarh

Nearly 40,000 CRPF, Border Security Force and Indo-Tibetan Police Force personnel are already deployed in Chhattisgarh to counter any Naxal attack.

Mar 20, 2019

Rohingya infiltration still on; Indian troops deployed at Bangladesh border to keep check

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said that the Border Security Force and Assam Rifles have been deployed at the border and states advised to not let them spread.

Jul 31, 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

India, Bangladesh security forces to discuss border issues

The bi-annual meeting of the Border Security Force and Border Guards Bangladesh is scheduled on Sunday. The two sides will discuss smuggling, illegal movement and work to resolve disputes over territories.

Jul 21, 2018

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