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India Today
14-06-2025
- India Today
328 firearms, explosives seized in overnight security operation in Manipur
Security forces across five valley districts of Manipur recovered a cache of 328 firearms along with large quantities of ammunition and explosive materials. The operation was carried out on the midnights of June 13 and 14 based on specific intelligence inputs, Manipur Director General of Police (DGP) seized arms include 151 SLR rifles, 65 INSAS rifles, 73 other rifles, 5 carbine guns, 2 MP5 guns, 12 LMG rifles, 6 AK-series rifles, 2 Amogh rifles, 1 AR-15 rifle, 1 mortar, 6 pistols, 2 gun barrels, and 2 flare addition to the firearms, the forces recovered 591 assorted magazines and thousands of rounds of ammunition, including 3,534 SLR rounds, 2,186 INSAS rounds, 2,252 .303 rounds, 234 AK rounds, 407 Amogh rounds, and 20 9mm rounds. Explosive materials seized during the operation included 10 grenades, three Lathodes, seven detonators, and three para shells. Joint teams of Manipur Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), the Indian Army, and the Assam Rifles launched search operations targeting areas on the outskirts of the valley districts. Acting on credible information regarding the presence of illegal weapons, the teams conducted extensive searches, leading to one of the largest arms recoveries in recent police termed the operation a significant breakthrough in efforts to restore stability in Manipur, which has been grappling with ethnic and political unrest since May intelligence-based operations mark a significant achievement in our commitment to maintain public order and protect the lives and properties of citizens,' the DGP's office police officials are reportedly working closely with all security stakeholders to sustain and expand such operations. Authorities have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities or information regarding illegal arms to the nearest police station or the Central Control Room. IN THIS STORY#Manipur
Hindustan Times
14-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Manipur: 328 firearms, 10,600 rounds seized as forces step up arms crackdown
Imphal: At least 328 firearms and 10,600 rounds of ammunition were recovered during search operations in the outskirts of five valley districts — Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, Thoubal, and Kakching — in Manipur, police said on Saturday. The joint operation was carried out on Friday by the Manipur police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Indian Army, and Assam Rifles (AR). 'The operations were launched during the intervening night of June 13 and 14, 2025, based on specific intelligence inputs suggesting the presence of hidden weapons in these areas,' a statement issued by the Manipur Police on Saturday read. According to the statement, the 328 firearms recovered in the operation include 151 self-loading rifles (SLRs), 65 INSAS rifles, 73 assorted rifles, 12 light machine guns (LMGs), 6 AK-series rifles, 5 carbine guns, 2 MP5 guns, 2 Amogh rifles, one AR-15 rifle, six pistols, two flare guns, one mortar, and two barrels. Additionally, over 10,600 rounds of ammunition were seized. 'This included 3,534 SLR rounds, 2,186 INSAS rounds, 2,252 .303 rounds, 407 Amogh rounds, 234 AK rounds, and 20 rounds of 9mm ammunition. The operation also led to the recovery of 591 assorted magazines, 10 hand grenades, three lathodes, seven detonators, and three para rounds,' the statement read. 'The Manipur Police reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and security and urged the public to cooperate by reporting any suspicious activities or illegal arms hoarding to the nearest police station or the Central Control Room. Security forces are expected to continue such operations in a focused and sustained manner to bring lasting normalcy to the region,' additional director general of police (ADGP) of Manipur Police Lhari Dorjee Lhatoo said. Also read: Manipur: Ban on internet service lifted in five districts This latest recovery, which is part of a broader crackdown by the authorities to curb the circulation of illegal arms in Manipur, comes amid ongoing tensions following the arrest of five Arambai Tengol volunteers, including a key leader, Asem Kanan, who was formally arrested by a central bureau of investigation (CBI) team on June 8 at Imphal's Bir Tikendrajit International Airport. The remaining four volunteers were released late Sunday night. In response, the Meitei group Arambai Tengol called for a 10-day total shutdown in the state, which was suspended on June 10, coinciding with the visit of former chief minister N. Biren Singh and Rajya Sabha MP Leishemba Sanajaoba to the national capital after being summoned by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on June 9. Since the outbreak of violence on May 3, 2023, more than 6,000 weapons and lakhs of rounds of ammunition were looted from police armouries across the state. Also Read: Amit Shah keen on restoring elected government in Manipur: Former CM Biren Singh After Ajay Kumar Bhalla was appointed Governor of Manipur, he issued an appeal on February 20, 2025, urging all communities to surrender looted and illegal arms within seven days. On the final day of the ultimatum, February 27, Arambai Tengol surrendered 307 weapons. However, Kuki-Zo groups refused to comply with the Governor's directive, declaring that they would not relinquish their weapons until their demand for a separate administration was fulfilled.
India Today
19-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Op Sindoor Ground Report: How Army's fierce response foiled Pak barrage in Jammu
When the Pakistani barrage of drones and gunfire targeted Indian civilian areas along the International Border in Jammu, the Army stationed there reacted with immediate resolve. With a swift and decisive counter-offensive, Indian soldiers delivered a significant blow to the Pak Army, inflicting damage and casualties, the bravehearts who led India's action told India exclusively to India Today's Gaurav Sawant from the forward area in Jammu, the Army Major of the Rajput Regiment and his team, who thwarted the Pakistani attack, said they destroyed the Pakistani posts in no Pakistan targeted Indian areas on May 10, in response to Operation Sindoor, "the task assigned to me by my commanding officer was to neutralise the fourth enemy post that had fired upon civilian areas and Indian Army positions in the Jammu sector," the Major said. "Among the four enemy posts, two were hybrid posts that served as launch pads for terrorists attempting to infiltrate into our territory," he added. According to the officer, the Indian Army already had prior intelligence and detailed information about these enemy posts. What followed was a powerful display of strength by the Indian forces, what many describe as a Lanka Dhan, referring to the heroic act of Hanuman aka Bajrang Bali in Ramayana, setting the island kingdom of Lanka on a set of arsenals, including rocket launchers, mortars, advanced AK-series rifles, light machine guns, grenade launchers, and standard infantry weapons, the Indian Army mounted a determined were able to inflict nearly about 18 to 20 casualties on the enemy,' the Major told India Today, as the soldiers shouted their war cry 'Bajrang Bali ki Jai'.According to the soldiers, the Indian Army also had a technological advantage in the field, which allowed them to successfully track and manage Pakistani projectiles and posts, and destroy them. India launched Operation Sindoor against Pakistani terror bases on May 7, a fortnight after Pakistan-based terrorists killed 26 civilians, mostly tourists, in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. In response, the Pakistani Army targeted several Indian border cities and civilian areas using drones and engaged in cross-border Indian Army and air defence systems responded swiftly, thwarting the attacks and launching precision strikes on multiple Pakistani May 10, Pakistan approached India seeking a ceasefire. Following discussions at the military level, both countries reached an understanding to halt InMust Watch IN THIS STORY#India-Pakistan#Pakistan
India Gazette
17-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
J-K: Northern Army Commander visits Poonch, Naushera; reviews security situation, operational preparedness
Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 17 (ANI): Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma visited the Poonch and Naushera districts of Jammu and Kashmir and reviewed the prevailing security situation and operational readiness, the Army said. 'Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command, visited forward areas of Poonch and Naushera to review the prevailing security situation and operational readiness,' Northern Command, Indian Army posted on X on Friday. 'The Army Commander complimented all ranks for the successful execution of operations & exhorted them to maintain sharp vigilance, adopt proactive measures, and uphold exemplary professionalism at all times,' the post stated. Earlier on Friday, the Northern Army Commander complimented the Chinar Corps for their swift action and precise execution in the joint operation that neutralised three terrorists in Awantipora. 'Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander #NorthernCommand, compliments #ChinarCorps for their swift action and precise execution in the joint operation that neutralised three terrorists in #Awantipora. The #IndianArmy stands by its commitment to keeping #JammuKashmir terror-free,' the post stated. In Operation Nader, three suspected terrorists, Asif Ahmed Sheikh, Amir Nazir Wani and Yawar Ahmed Bhat, were eliminated. Three AK-series rifles, twelve magazines, three grenades and various other war-like stores were recovered too. Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir's Director General of Police, Nalin Prabhat, also visited the border areas of Jammu district. The DGP began his visit from the RS Pura sector and interacted with Border Security Force and Jammu Kashmir Police jawans at various BOPs, including Octroi (Suchetgarh) and Kharkola, as well as the Border Police posts of Baspur Bangla and Agra Chak in the RS Pura sector. According to a statement, DGP Prabhat acknowledged the role of the police in the recent Indo-Pak conflict. He appreciated officers for their active role in handling the situation in the border villages, which ensured the timely shifting of people from border areas. (ANI)
NDTV
16-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Northern Army Commander Reviews Security Situation In Jammu And Kashmir
Poonch: Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma visited the Poonch and Naushera districts of Jammu and Kashmir and reviewed the prevailing security situation and operational readiness, the Army said. "Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command, visited forward areas of Poonch and Naushera to review the prevailing security situation and operational readiness," Northern Command, Indian Army posted on X on Friday. "The Army Commander complimented all ranks for the successful execution of operations & exhorted them to maintain sharp vigilance, adopt proactive measures, and uphold exemplary professionalism at all times," the post stated. Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander #NorthernCommand visited forward areas of #Poonch and #Naushera to review prevailing security situation & operational readiness. The Army Commander complimented all ranks for successful execution of operations & exhorted them to maintain… — NORTHERN COMMAND - INDIAN ARMY (@NorthernComd_IA) May 16, 2025 Earlier on Friday, the Northern Army Commander complimented the Chinar Corps for their swift action and precise execution in the joint operation that neutralised three terrorists in Awantipora. "Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander #NorthernCommand, compliments #ChinarCorps for their swift action and precise execution in the joint operation that neutralised three terrorists in #Awantipora. The #IndianArmy stands by its commitment to keeping #JammuKashmir terror-free," the post stated. In Operation Nader, three suspected terrorists, Asif Ahmed Sheikh, Amir Nazir Wani and Yawar Ahmed Bhat, were eliminated. Three AK-series rifles, twelve magazines, three grenades and various other war-like stores were recovered too. Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir's Director General of Police, Nalin Prabhat, also visited the border areas of Jammu district. The DGP began his visit from the RS Pura sector and interacted with Border Security Force and Jammu Kashmir Police jawans at various BOPs, including Octroi (Suchetgarh) and Kharkola, as well as the Border Police posts of Baspur Bangla and Agra Chak in the RS Pura sector. According to a statement, DGP Prabhat acknowledged the role of the police in the recent Indo-Pak conflict. He appreciated officers for their active role in handling the situation in the border villages, which ensured the timely shifting of people from border areas.
