Chhattisgarh: Three CRPF personnel killed, 14 injured in encounter with Maoists
India News: At least five jawans sustained injuries in an encounter with Maoists in Chhattisgarh. Read more about the incident and the stronghold of Maoist commander Madvi Hidma. Key Points
Times Of IndiaQatar court accepts ex-Indian navy personnel's appeal against death sentence
A Qatari court has acknowledged the appeal document for eight ex-Indian naval personnel facing death sentences, as sources confirm India's appeal against the verdict. India's Ministry of External Affairs labels the judgment 'confidential' and urges discretion due to sensitivity. Consular access was granted, with the case drawing attention and caution. Key Points
Economic TimesQatar death sentences: Many Indians hired by Qatar company in which eight retired Indian Navy personnel wo
Al Dahra, which has since been shut down, heavily recruited retired Indian Navy personnel, most of whom were highly qualified for imparting training. Those familiar with the arrangement said that the recruitments were made following a memorandum of understanding between India and Qatar for cooperation in training of military personnel. Key Points
Economic Times654 suicides & 50,000 resignations in 5 years — the crisis stalking India’s CAPFs
Central armed police forces are facing high suicide rates and soaring attrition. Senior officers say mental health is the main issue, but steps are being taken to support personnel. Key Points
ThePrintNine soldiers killed as Army vehicle plunges into gorge in Ladakh
The incident happened in Kerey, located in the southern part of Ladakh's Nyoma region. As a response, authorities have initiated a rescue mission at the accident site. Key Points
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Chhattisgarh CM Baghel holds high-level meet, to pay homage to personnel killed in Dantewada
Ten police personnel and a civilian driver were killed after Naxals blew up a vehicle that was part of a convoy carrying security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district on Wednesday. CM Bhupesh Baghel will today attend the wreath laying ceremony of the personnel. Key Points
India Today50 kg of explosives, incessant rain & a tip off: How Maoists trapped security officials in Dantewada
Ten police personnel and a driver were killed after Naxals blew up the vehicle in which they were traveling in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district. Central government and Chhattisgath CM have assured strict action against the Maoists. Key Points
India TodayMaldives President Muizzu says Indian troops from second platform to leave within April
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has announced the withdrawal of Indian military personnel manning the second aviation platform, stating they would be withdrawn within the current month and the entire process completed by May 10. This follows the departure of the first batch of Indian military personnel stationed in the Maldives earlier, as agreed ahead of the March 10 deadline. The withdrawal process is part of an agreement reached between India and the Maldives, with India replacing its military personnel operating three aviation platforms in the Maldives by May 10. Key Points
Economic Times2 soldiers killed in J&K encounter, terrorist shot dead in another operation
Four Army personnel were injured in the encounter. Two of them, including a Junior Commissioned Officer, succumbed to injuries. Key Points
India TodayIndia & Maldives agree to phased replacement of Indian military personnel, says Malé
77 unarmed Indian military personnel are present as part of an MoU between two countries. MEA’s statement on talks held between two countries has no mention of troop withdrawal. Key Points
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Hamas attack is a big learning lesson for anti-terror agencies, warns NSG Chief
Director General of the National Security Guard (NSG), MA Ganapathy, emphasized the need to carefully examine these attacks and the importance of a framework for crisis management at the national level. He also highlighted the significance of combining human expertise with weaponry and the need for constant training and upgrading of personnel. Key Points
Economic TimesThree US Marines die in Australia aircraft crash during exercises
By Samuel McKeith SYDNEY (Reuters) - Three U.S. Marines died in an aircraft crash off the coast of northern Australia on Sunday while transporting troops during a routine military exercise, officials Key Points
ThePrintG20 Summit in India: 400 specially-trained police personnel will be deployed at 21 locations in Delhi
These cops will also be deployed across railway stations, ISBTs, airport terminals, and popular market areas to assist the foreign delegates. The personnel will use newly acquired Bolero vehicles for the purpose, says the report. Key Points
Business TodayAircraft with US military personnel crashes in Australia, no deaths reported
Sky News Australia reported a v-22 Osprey helicopter with about 20 U.S. Marines on board had crashed off the coast of Darwin and a search had begun. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesRise in vigilante groups in many localities amid Meitei-Kuki conflict
These woman groups check security personnel and vehicles in the wake of violence, for there is suspicion that a group of security personnel is supporting a community, a senior government official, who did not want to be named, told ET. He added: Recently they stopped a security personnel convoy in a locality and allowed them to enter only after they were satisfied that they were not carrying anything objectionable. Key Points
Economic Times
Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu asks India to withdraw troops by March 15
Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu has requested India to withdraw its military personnel from the Maldives by March 15, nearly two months after Male sought their removal. According to government figures, there are 88 Indian military personnel in the Maldives. A high-level core group has been set up to negotiate the withdrawal of troops, with the agenda being the request to withdraw troops by March 15. Key Points
Economic TimesOver 1.55 lakh posts vacant in three forces, maximum in Army, says govt
The Indian armed forces have a shortage of about 155,000 personnel, with the army accounting for the largest number of vacancies at 136,000, according to Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt. The Navy is lacking 12,428 personnel, while there is a shortage of 7,031 personnel in the Air Force. Key Points
Economic TimesChina to provide free military assistance to Maldives; inks agreement to bolster bilateral ties
China and the Maldives signed a defence cooperation agreement for free military assistance, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties. The agreement comes as the Maldives set a deadline for Indian military personnel withdrawal. The details of the agreement were not disclosed. This development follows the recent visit of a Chinese research ship to the Maldives, contrasting with Sri Lanka's denial of entry to the same ship. The move underscores the strategic dynamics in the Indian Ocean Region, with India and China vying for influence in neighboring countries like the Maldives. Key Points
Economic TimesMobbed & thrashed — attack on ED team not 1st time central agencies faced hostility in Bengal
In February 2019, CBI officers were detained outside residence of then Kolkata Police commissioner Rajeev Kumar. Subsequently, central forces were deployed outside CBI, ED offices. Key Points
ThePrintIndian Army soldier killed, 3 missing as avalanche hits Mount Kun in Ladakh
Four Indian Army soldiers got trapped under the snow due to the avalance, leading to the death of one. Search operations are on for the other three personnel. Key Points
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29 Maoists killed in BSF-DRG joint encounter at Chhattisgarh's Kanker ahead of polls
Three security personnel were injured in exchange of gunfire but out of danger. Security personnel recover large cache of arms and ammunition from encounter site. Key Points
ThePrintFormer Maldivian minister accuses President Muizzu of spreading 'lies' about presence of Indian troops
Maldives' President Muizzu's claims of 'thousands of Indian military personnel' stationed in the country have been refuted by former Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid, stating there are no armed foreign soldiers there. Shahid emphasized the importance of transparency, questioning the credibility of the current administration's claims. This comes as part of a campaign promise by Muizzu's party to remove Indian troops from the Maldives, with negotiations underway for their withdrawal. India has confirmed the replacement of military personnel with technical personnel at aviation platforms in the Maldives. Key Points
Economic TimesRam Lalla idol sculptor returns home, mobbed at Bengaluru airport
Arun Yogiraj, the sculptor of Ram Lalla idol, received a grand welcome at Bengaluru airport after the idol's consecration at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Chaos ensued as media and the public gathered to greet him, but he was eventually escorted out of the terminal by CISF personnel. Read more about the incident. Key Points
Times Of IndiaCISF takes over security at Ayodhya airport ahead of Ram temple consecration ceremony
Maharishi Valmiki International Airport was inaugurated by PM Modi on 30 December. Nearly 150 CISF personnel deployed as part of an 'emergency' security measure. Key Points
ThePrintHow arrested 'ISI spy' targeted Indian defence personnel using malware & a school fee loophole
Gujarat ATS has arrested 53-yr-old living in Tarapur for 'aiding' ISI-run espionage racket target defence personnel. Prime accused migrated to India from Pakistan in 1999. Key Points
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Classes 1 to 8 in schools to reopen from tomorrow amid tight security, says Manipur CM Biren Singh
Schools for Classes 1 to 8 in Manipur will reopen from July 5, according to Manipur CM N Biren Singh. He said security forces and paramilitary personnel would be deployed in vulnerable areas and more security personnel would be deployed in five particular districts. Key Points
Economic TimesFresh violence in Manipur, tear gas shells fired in Imphal
According to officials, demonstrators gathered, and a mob threatened to carry it in a procession to the chief minister’s residence. In the scuffle, a BJP office was also attacked. Key Points
India TodayExplained | The Inter-Services Organisations (Command, Control and Discipline) Bill, 2023
What is the recently introduced Inter-Services Organisations Command, Control and Discipline Bill. What are its features and what does it propose. Check out an explainer on the Inter-Services Organisations Command, Control and Discipline Bill. Key Points
The HinduMaldives Defence Minister admits their pilots can't fly aircraft given by India
The Maldives military is facing a capability gap after acknowledging a lack of pilots qualified to operate three aircraft donated by India. This comes just days after the departure of Indian defence personnel who operated the aircraft. Key Points
India Today4 army personnel killed in terrorist encounter during fresh firing in J&K's Rajouri
The encounter broke out in Bajimaal area after cordon-and-search operation. Two captains were among four killed. Key Points
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