Several Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured when a vehicle carrying them skidded off the road and rolled down into a nallah in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district on Thursday (Aug 7), officials said. The incident took place around 10:30 am in the Kadwa area when the personnel were returning from an operation at Basant Garh. The vehicle belongs to the 187 Battalion of the force. Some reports also said that at the request of the Deputy Commissioner of Udhampur, Army helicopters have been pressed into service to airlift the seriously injured.&nbsp;&nbsp;IN a post on X, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh expressed concern over the incident. “Disturbing to receive the news of a road accident involving a CRPF vehicle in the Kandva–Basantgarh area. The vehicle was carrying several brave jawans of the CRPF,” he posted. “I have just now spoken to DC Ms. Saloni Rai, who is personally monitoring the situation and keeping me updated." He added that rescue measures have been initiated, and locals have voluntarily come forward to assist. He ensured that all possible help was provided.

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Several CRPF personnel were injured after their vehicle from the 187 Battalion skidded off the road and fell into a nallah in Udhampur's Kadwa area, J&K, around 10:30 am on Aug 7. They were returning from an operation. Army helicopters were deployed to airlift the critically injured.

Several Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured when a vehicle carrying them skidded off the road and rolled down into a nallah in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district on Thursday (Aug 7), officials said. The incident took place around 10:30 am in the Kadwa area when the personnel were returning from an operation at Basant Garh. The vehicle belongs to the 187 Battalion of the force. Some reports also said that at the request of the Deputy Commissioner of Udhampur, Army helicopters have been pressed into service to airlift the seriously injured. IN a post on X, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh expressed concern over the incident. “Disturbing to receive the news of a road accident involving a CRPF vehicle in the Kandva–Basantgarh area. The vehicle was carrying several brave jawans of the CRPF,” he posted. “I have just now spoken to DC Ms. Saloni Rai, who is personally monitoring the situation and keeping me updated." He added that rescue measures have been initiated, and locals have voluntarily come forward to assist. He ensured that all possible help was provided.

Several CRPF personnel were injured after their vehicle from the 187 Battalion skidded off the road and fell into a nallah in Udhampur's Kadwa area, J&amp;K, around 10:30 am on Aug 7. They were returning from an operation. Army helicopters were deployed to airlift the critically injured.

Two CRPF jawans killed, several injured as vehicle falls into gorge in J&K’s Udhampur

A loud explosion was heard on Sunday (Oct 20) near a school of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in India's national capital New Delhi. The school is located in Prashant Vihar in New Delhi's Rohini.

A loud explosion was heard on Sunday (Oct 20) near a school of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in India's national capital New Delhi. The school is located in Prashant Vihar in New Delhi's Rohini. No injuries were reported. #WATCH | Rohini, Delhi: Shashank, an eyewitness of the blast that occurred outside CRPF School in Prashant Vihar, says, "... The only possibilities which we think of are a cylinder blast or a building collapse... There was a big cloud of smoke here which stayed for a good 10… https://t.co/B4iZFv1gTu pic.twitter.com/OstKLlwABj — ANI (@ANI) October 20, 2024 × Visuals shared by the news agency ANI showed the affected area barricaded as teams of police and the forensic department began an investigation into the incident. A team from the bomb squad was also inspecting the area to ascertain the cause of the explosion. Blast damaged school, nearby shops, and a car A report by the Hindustan Times said that the explosion caused damage to the CRPF school, nearby shops, and a car. Officials from the Delhi Fire Services (DFS) told Hindustan Times that they received a call about the explosion at 7.47 am IST. "We immediately rushed two fire engines to the spot. There was no fire and no one was injured due to the blast, so our vehicle returned," the DFS officials said. What caused the explosion? Speaking to ANI, Shashank, an eyewitness of the blast, said, "... The only possibilities which we think of are a cylinder blast or a building collapse... There was a big cloud of smoke here which stayed for a good 10 minutes." "The glasses of the shops here have broken and the hoardings have been displaced... The police were here within 5 minutes because there is a Crime Branch, Police Station, and District Court nearby," Shashank added. (With inputs from agencies)

Blast heard outside CRPF school in India's New Delhi, probe underway

India has dismissed Pakistan's claim that New Delhi hasn't shared enough evidence with the country on the Pulwama terror attack. Earlier this week, India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a charge sheet against 19 people, out which seven are Pakistani nationals including Jaish-e-Mohammad Chief Masood Azhar.&nbsp;

Reminding Islamabad that the organisation and leadership of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), the United Nations terror group which had taken the responsibility of Pulwama attack is "in Pakistan".&nbsp;Ministry of external affairs spokesperson Anurag Shrivastava said, "It is regrettable that Masood Azhar, the first accused in the charge sheet, continues to find shelter in Pakistan. Enough evidence has been shared with Pakistan but it continues to evade responsibility."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nia-confirms-money-was-put-in-pakistan-bank-accounts-of-masood-azhar-before-pulwama-terror-attack-323281">Also read|&nbsp;NIA confirms money was put in Pakistan bank accounts of Masood Azhar before Pulwama terror attack</a>

The 2019 attack in which 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel died was the worst terror attack on Indian soil.&nbsp;

The MEA said, "The charge sheet has been filed after investigation of a year and a half since the attack took place on 14 February 2019. It has been filed to address the act of terrorism and to bring perpetrators of such a heinous crime to justice."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nia-files-chargesheet-in-pulwama-attack-jaish-e-mohammed-chief-masood-azhar-his-two-brothers-among-19-named-323023">Also read|&nbsp;NIA files chargesheet in Pulwama attack: Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar, his two brothers among 19 named</a>

The development comes after Pakistan reacted to NIA's charge sheet saying India's evidence to it was "incomplete, patchy and unsubstantiated".

New Delhi also recalled Islamabad's inaction on acting against 26/11 Mumbai attack's mastermind saying the country "has not yet taken any credible action against perpetrators of the (attack)..which resulted in loss of 165 innocent lives including 25 foreign nationals."

India has dismissed Pakistan's claim that New Delhi hasn't shared enough evidence with the country on the Pulwama terror attack. Earlier this week, India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a charge sheet against 19 people, out which seven are Pakistani nationals including Jaish-e-Mohammad Chief Masood Azhar.

India has dismissed Pakistan's claim that New Delhi hasn't shared enough evidence with the country on the Pulwama terror attack. Earlier this week, India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a charge sheet against 19 people, out which seven are Pakistani nationals including Jaish-e-Mohammad Chief Masood Azhar. Reminding Islamabad that the organisation and leadership of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), the United Nations terror group which had taken the responsibility of Pulwama attack is "in Pakistan". Ministry of external affairs spokesperson Anurag Shrivastava said, "It is regrettable that Masood Azhar, the first accused in the charge sheet, continues to find shelter in Pakistan. Enough evidence has been shared with Pakistan but it continues to evade responsibility." Also read| NIA confirms money was put in Pakistan bank accounts of Masood Azhar before Pulwama terror attack The 2019 attack in which 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel died was the worst terror attack on Indian soil. The MEA said, "The charge sheet has been filed after investigation of a year and a half since the attack took place on 14 February 2019. It has been filed to address the act of terrorism and to bring perpetrators of such a heinous crime to justice." Also read| NIA files chargesheet in Pulwama attack: Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar, his two brothers among 19 named The development comes after Pakistan reacted to NIA's charge sheet saying India's evidence to it was "incomplete, patchy and unsubstantiated". New Delhi also recalled Islamabad's inaction on acting against 26/11 Mumbai attack's mastermind saying the country "has not yet taken any credible action against perpetrators of the (attack)..which resulted in loss of 165 innocent lives including 25 foreign nationals."

Shared enough evidence with Pakistan on Pulwama: MEA

The government is taking steps to ensure that our state and the country becomes Naxal-free, a top Chhattisgarh police official said on Monday.

Speaking to ANI about the inter-state council meeting, chaired today by Union Home Minister Amit Shah with Central Ministers, Chief Ministers of Naxal-affected states and other officials, the Director-General of Police (DGP) Chhattisgarh, DM Awasthi said, "Discussions were held about strategy to fight Naxalism in our country in the meeting chaired by the Home Minister today. We are taking steps to ensure that our state and the country becomes Naxal-free."

Awasthi said, "Our state Chhattisgarh is also Naxal-affected and during the meeting, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel spoke about strategies we have formed to fight Naxalism."

"With coordination between central forces and state police, we are carrying out anti-Naxal operations and will continue to do that in the state in future," the DGP said.

The meeting today was attended by Minister of State (MoS) Home Affairs G Kishan Reddy and Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla.

Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand Yogi Adityanath and Raghubar Das were present at the meeting along with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik also attended the meet along with his Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh counterpart Bhupesh Baghel and Kamal Nath.

Officials from security agencies namely Border Security Force (BSF), National Investigation Agency (NIA), Sashastra Seema Bal(SSB) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) also attended the meeting chaired by Shah. 
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The government is taking steps to ensure that our state and the country becomes Naxal-free, a top Chhattisgarh police official said on Monday. Speaking to ANI about the inter-state council meeting, chaired today by Union Home Minister Amit Shah with Central Ministers, Chief Ministers of Naxal-affected states and other officials, the Director-General of Police (DGP) Chhattisgarh, DM Awasthi said, "Discussions were held about strategy to fight Naxalism in our country in the meeting chaired by the Home Minister today.

The government is taking steps to ensure that our state and the country becomes Naxal-free, a top Chhattisgarh police official said on Monday. Speaking to ANI about the inter-state council meeting, chaired today by Union Home Minister Amit Shah with Central Ministers, Chief Ministers of Naxal-affected states and other officials, the Director-General of Police (DGP) Chhattisgarh, DM Awasthi said, "Discussions were held about strategy to fight Naxalism in our country in the meeting chaired by the Home Minister today. We are taking steps to ensure that our state and the country becomes Naxal-free." Awasthi said, "Our state Chhattisgarh is also Naxal-affected and during the meeting, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel spoke about strategies we have formed to fight Naxalism." "With coordination between central forces and state police, we are carrying out anti-Naxal operations and will continue to do that in the state in future," the DGP said. The meeting today was attended by Minister of State (MoS) Home Affairs G Kishan Reddy and Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla. Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand Yogi Adityanath and Raghubar Das were present at the meeting along with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik also attended the meet along with his Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh counterpart Bhupesh Baghel and Kamal Nath. Officials from security agencies namely Border Security Force (BSF), National Investigation Agency (NIA), Sashastra Seema Bal(SSB) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) also attended the meeting chaired by Shah.

Government working towards eradicating Naxalism from Country says DGP Chhattisgarh

For rapid induction of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and other paramilitary troops in Kashmir, the Centre has pressed <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-air-force-an-32-aircraft-with-13-passengers-on-board-goes-missing-after-takeoff-223865">Indian Air Force (IAF)</a> aircraft including the C-17 Globemaster heavy-lift plane into service.

Sources on Friday told ANI, "The C-17 heavy-lift aircraft along with other planes are being used for inducting troops from different parts of the country."

The sources said that in a view of the increased induction of troops, the Air Force and the Army are also on high operational alert in the Jammu and Kashmir region.

Army Chief General Bipin Rawat had visited Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday to review the operational preparedness of the troops deployed in the state.&nbsp;

The security agencies have also received inputs about possible attempts of infiltration by terror groups from <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pok-protest-erupts-against-neelum-jhelum-hydropower-project-239401">Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir</a> into the state.&nbsp;

After additional security forces were ordered to be deployed in Kashmir in the wake of inputs about a terror attack threat, paramilitary troops are being rushed in from different parts of the country such as Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and many other places, the sources added.

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) had recently ordered the deployment of an additional 100 coys of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) to "strengthen the CI grid as well as for maintaining law and order situation in Jammu and Kashmir."

Out of the 100 coys, 50 are from CRPF, 30 from Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and ten each from Border Security Force (BSF) and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP).

The move to deploy additional troops came after the security establishment received confirmed inputs that Pakistan army-backed terrorist groups are planning to carry out a major attack on the Indian soil.&nbsp;

Inputs have been received by security and spy agencies that after the successful conduct of Panchayat elections in the state, terrorist groups have been asked to attack forces.&nbsp;

National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval is constantly in touch with the security agencies to monitor the situation and is keeping a close eye on developments in the state.

For rapid induction of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and other paramilitary troops in Kashmir, the Centre has pressed Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft including the C-17 Globemaster heavy-lift plane into service.

For rapid induction of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and other paramilitary troops in Kashmir, the Centre has pressed Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft including the C-17 Globemaster heavy-lift plane into service. Sources on Friday told ANI, "The C-17 heavy-lift aircraft along with other planes are being used for inducting troops from different parts of the country." The sources said that in a view of the increased induction of troops, the Air Force and the Army are also on high operational alert in the Jammu and Kashmir region. Army Chief General Bipin Rawat had visited Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday to review the operational preparedness of the troops deployed in the state. The security agencies have also received inputs about possible attempts of infiltration by terror groups from Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir into the state. After additional security forces were ordered to be deployed in Kashmir in the wake of inputs about a terror attack threat, paramilitary troops are being rushed in from different parts of the country such as Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and many other places, the sources added. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) had recently ordered the deployment of an additional 100 coys of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) to "strengthen the CI grid as well as for maintaining law and order situation in Jammu and Kashmir." Out of the 100 coys, 50 are from CRPF, 30 from Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and ten each from Border Security Force (BSF) and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP). The move to deploy additional troops came after the security establishment received confirmed inputs that Pakistan army-backed terrorist groups are planning to carry out a major attack on the Indian soil. Inputs have been received by security and spy agencies that after the successful conduct of Panchayat elections in the state, terrorist groups have been asked to attack forces. National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval is constantly in touch with the security agencies to monitor the situation and is keeping a close eye on developments in the state.

Centre presses Indian Air Force aircraft for quick induction of security forces in Kashmir

A heart-warming video of a CRPF head constable driver Iqbal Singh has gone viral on social media in which he is seen offering his food to a differently abled child in the Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;

Deployed in the old city of Srinagar to maintain law and order, Iqbal says he noticed the child asking him for food after which he offered all his food to him.&nbsp;

On noticing that the child wasn't able to eat on his own, Singh made him eat by his own hands.&nbsp;

"He couldn't move his hands but wanted food. While I was making him eat the food, someone recorded the video and later it became viral," he said in an exclusive chat with WION.&nbsp;

However, this isn't for the first time that Iqbal Singh has shown sympathy and valour. In February this year, when Jaish terrorist Adil Ahmad Dar rammed his explosive-laden car into a CRPF bus in Pulwama, Iqbal was instrumental in rescuing the injured from the spot, hence saving many lives.&nbsp;

"I was part of that CRPF convoy. When the blast happened, I used my vehicle to ferry the injured jawans and later helped to identify many dead also," he says while his senior keenly listened to him.&nbsp;

He has been awarded DG's Disc and Commendation Certificate for his act.

He was driving a vehicle in the CRPF convoy on February 14 at the time of Pulwama terrorist attack.&nbsp;

Standing with a broad chest as he faced the camera, he said despite stone pelting, they want to help the residents of Kashmir valley, any day. His work is being appreciated by his officers.&nbsp;

The social media has been abuzz with praises for the CRPF man. Some said it was the sweetest gesture of love and peace while others lauded Iqbal Singh.

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In a statement, CRPF said that Iqbal also shared his cup of tea with the kid.

"He also shared his cup of tea with the kid on the same afternoon. IG Srinagar CRPF appreciates the noble gesture of HC Iqbal Singh for going beyond the call of duty," the statement said.&nbsp;

A heart-warming video of a CRPF head constable driver Iqbal Singh has gone viral on social media in which he is seen offering his food to a differently abled child in the Jammu and Kashmir.

A heart-warming video of a CRPF head constable driver Iqbal Singh has gone viral on social media in which he is seen offering his food to a differently abled child in the Jammu and Kashmir. Deployed in the old city of Srinagar to maintain law and order, Iqbal says he noticed the child asking him for food after which he offered all his food to him. On noticing that the child wasn't able to eat on his own, Singh made him eat by his own hands. "He couldn't move his hands but wanted food. While I was making him eat the food, someone recorded the video and later it became viral," he said in an exclusive chat with WION. However, this isn't for the first time that Iqbal Singh has shown sympathy and valour. In February this year, when Jaish terrorist Adil Ahmad Dar rammed his explosive-laden car into a CRPF bus in Pulwama, Iqbal was instrumental in rescuing the injured from the spot, hence saving many lives. "I was part of that CRPF convoy. When the blast happened, I used my vehicle to ferry the injured jawans and later helped to identify many dead also," he says while his senior keenly listened to him. He has been awarded DG's Disc and Commendation Certificate for his act. He was driving a vehicle in the CRPF convoy on February 14 at the time of Pulwama terrorist attack. Standing with a broad chest as he faced the camera, he said despite stone pelting, they want to help the residents of Kashmir valley, any day. His work is being appreciated by his officers. The social media has been abuzz with praises for the CRPF man. Some said it was the sweetest gesture of love and peace while others lauded Iqbal Singh. "Humanity is the mother of all religions" HC Driver Iqbal Singh of 49 Bn Srinagar Sector CRPF deployed on LO duty feeds a paralysed Kashmiri kid in Nawakadal area of Srinagar. In the end, asks him "Do you need water?" "Valour and compassion are two sides of the same coin" pic.twitter.com/zYQ60ZPYjJ — Srinagar Sector CRPF 🇮🇳 (@crpf_srinagar) May 14, 2019 × In a statement, CRPF said that Iqbal also shared his cup of tea with the kid. "He also shared his cup of tea with the kid on the same afternoon. IG Srinagar CRPF appreciates the noble gesture of HC Iqbal Singh for going beyond the call of duty," the statement said.

J&K: CRPF man feeds his lunch to differently-abled, awarded

President Ram Nath Kovind Tuesday paid tributes to the police and paramilitary personnel killed in the line of duty, including the 40 CRPF men killed in the February 14 Pulwama terror attack, at the National Police Memorial here.

Kovind paid his respects to the slain security personnel and laid a wreath at the memorial during a remembrance service that marks the annual "Valour Day" event of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).

The National Police Memorial, a 30-foot-tall and 238-tonne black granite structure, was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 21 last year on the occasion of the police commemoration day.

It was for the first time that the President visited the memorial located in Chanakyapuri area of the national capital.

Kovind, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, was accorded a "national salute" and presented a guard of honour by a joint column of troops from all the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) such as the CRPF, BSF, ITBP, CISF and SSB.

Union Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba, Director of Intelligence Bureau Rajiv Jain, Director of CRPF Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, other officials of paramilitary, police forces and the Union home ministry attended the event.

The day is celebrated to remember a gallant fight back by the CRPF men at the Sardar post in Gujarat's Rann of Kutch in 1965.

The troops were posted on border-guarding duties that time and the event is mentioned as one of the glorious chapters in the country's military history when only two companies (about 150 personnel) of the force stood their ground and repulsed a Pakistani brigade attack.

The force was tasked to secure the post seeing the aggressive posturing of the other side and the location was at a flat area, which was tactically disadvantageous.

On the intervening night of 8-9 April (1965), 3,500 men of the 51st Infantry Brigade of Pakistan, comprising the 18 Punjab Battalion, the 8 Frontier Rifles and the 6 Baluch Battalion, had stealthily launched a simultaneous assault on the Sardar and Tak posts under an operation code-named "Desert Hawk".

The combat lasted 12 hours, during which the Pakistanis made three attempts to overrun the Sardar post, but was repulsed with heavy casualties by some dare-devil action of the CRPF men.

The retaliation by the CRPF personnel saw the numerically superior and better-armed Pakistani side retreating the areas and leaving behind 34 bodies of their soldiers, including two officers. Four Pakistani soldiers were taken as hostages while six CRPF men made the supreme sacrifice and the post was saved.

The over three lakh personnel-strong force remembers all its slain men by observing "Valour Day" on April 9 every year.

President Ram Nath Kovind Tuesday paid tributes to the police and paramilitary personnel killed in the line of duty, including the 40 CRPF men killed in the February 14 Pulwama terror attack, at the National Police Memorial here.

President Ram Nath Kovind Tuesday paid tributes to the police and paramilitary personnel killed in the line of duty, including the 40 CRPF men killed in the February 14 Pulwama terror attack, at the National Police Memorial here. Kovind paid his respects to the slain security personnel and laid a wreath at the memorial during a remembrance service that marks the annual "Valour Day" event of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The National Police Memorial, a 30-foot-tall and 238-tonne black granite structure, was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 21 last year on the occasion of the police commemoration day. It was for the first time that the President visited the memorial located in Chanakyapuri area of the national capital. Kovind, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, was accorded a "national salute" and presented a guard of honour by a joint column of troops from all the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) such as the CRPF, BSF, ITBP, CISF and SSB. Union Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba, Director of Intelligence Bureau Rajiv Jain, Director of CRPF Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, other officials of paramilitary, police forces and the Union home ministry attended the event. The day is celebrated to remember a gallant fight back by the CRPF men at the Sardar post in Gujarat's Rann of Kutch in 1965. The troops were posted on border-guarding duties that time and the event is mentioned as one of the glorious chapters in the country's military history when only two companies (about 150 personnel) of the force stood their ground and repulsed a Pakistani brigade attack. The force was tasked to secure the post seeing the aggressive posturing of the other side and the location was at a flat area, which was tactically disadvantageous. On the intervening night of 8-9 April (1965), 3,500 men of the 51st Infantry Brigade of Pakistan, comprising the 18 Punjab Battalion, the 8 Frontier Rifles and the 6 Baluch Battalion, had stealthily launched a simultaneous assault on the Sardar and Tak posts under an operation code-named "Desert Hawk". The combat lasted 12 hours, during which the Pakistanis made three attempts to overrun the Sardar post, but was repulsed with heavy casualties by some dare-devil action of the CRPF men. The retaliation by the CRPF personnel saw the numerically superior and better-armed Pakistani side retreating the areas and leaving behind 34 bodies of their soldiers, including two officers. Four Pakistani soldiers were taken as hostages while six CRPF men made the supreme sacrifice and the post was saved. The over three lakh personnel-strong force remembers all its slain men by observing "Valour Day" on April 9 every year.

Valour day: President pays tributes to slain CAPF men at National Police Memorial

There will no opening ceremony for the twelfth edition of India Premier League following a <a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=pulwama">terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama</a> that killed over 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel.&nbsp;

The chief of the Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) Vinod Rai said, "We'll not have a regular IPL opening ceremony."&nbsp;

He further added, "The amount of the budget for the opening ceremony will be given to families of the victims of this terror attack."&nbsp;

Usually, the opening ceremonies of India's cash-rich T20 league are heady mix glitz and glamour with performances by Bollywood stars being the highlight.&nbsp;

Also Read: <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/indian-premier-league-2019-schedule-squad-time-and-venue-198297">Indian Premier League 2019: Schedule, Squad, Time and Venue</a>

However, the CoA <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/no-decision-yet-on-indias-world-cup-match-against-pakistan-coa-chief-vinod-rai-198953">took the call at a meeting</a> to scrap the ceremony in honour of martyred CRPF men.&nbsp;

Vinod Rai also mentioned that BCCI will draft a letter to game's global governing body asking them whether to ban Pakistan from participating in the 2019 World Cup.&nbsp;

The Rai-led CoA decided against taking any stand on the World Cup clash against Pakistan but said it would individually urge ICC members to "sever ties with any nation that is a terrorist hub".&nbsp;

The twelfth edition of India Premier League is set to start from March 23, 2019.&nbsp;

The defending champions Chennai will kick off the season against Virat Kohli-led Bangalore team.&nbsp;

There will no opening ceremony for the twelfth edition of India Premier League following a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama that killed over 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel.

There will no opening ceremony for the twelfth edition of India Premier League following a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama that killed over 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel. The chief of the Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) Vinod Rai said, "We'll not have a regular IPL opening ceremony." He further added, "The amount of the budget for the opening ceremony will be given to families of the victims of this terror attack." Usually, the opening ceremonies of India's cash-rich T20 league are heady mix glitz and glamour with performances by Bollywood stars being the highlight. Also Read: Indian Premier League 2019: Schedule, Squad, Time and Venue However, the CoA took the call at a meeting to scrap the ceremony in honour of martyred CRPF men. Vinod Rai also mentioned that BCCI will draft a letter to game's global governing body asking them whether to ban Pakistan from participating in the 2019 World Cup. The Rai-led CoA decided against taking any stand on the World Cup clash against Pakistan but said it would individually urge ICC members to "sever ties with any nation that is a terrorist hub". The twelfth edition of India Premier League is set to start from March 23, 2019. The defending champions Chennai will kick off the season against Virat Kohli-led Bangalore team.

No IPL opening ceremony this year, money will go to Pulwama martyrs' families: CoA chief Vinod Rai

China on Thursday expressed its concern about the situation between Pakistan and India and asked both nuclear-armed nations to refrain from aggravating the situation in Kashmir.

It also asked both the countries to initiate the dialogue to restore "peace and stability".

"China was very concerned about the situation between Pakistan and India. China maintains that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries should be earnestly respected, and is unwilling to see acts that violate the norms of international relations," SCMP quoted Chinese Deputy Foreign Minister Kong Xuanyou as saying.

Kong made these remarks during a two-day visit to Islamabad. The Chinese deputy foreign Minister remarks come on the heels of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.

A day after India launched "pre-emptive" and "non-military" strike against JeM in Pakistan's Balakot, the fighter jets of the two countries engaged in a dogfight in the skies of Jammu and Kashmir after Pakistani F-16 planes transgressed into the Indian air space.

Tensions between India and Pakistan heightened following the February 14 attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) convoy in Pulwama in which 40 personnel were killed and five injured.

China on Thursday expressed its concern about the situation between Pakistan and India and asked both nuclear-armed nations to refrain from aggravating the situation in Kashmir.

China on Thursday expressed its concern about the situation between Pakistan and India and asked both nuclear-armed nations to refrain from aggravating the situation in Kashmir. It also asked both the countries to initiate the dialogue to restore "peace and stability". "China was very concerned about the situation between Pakistan and India. China maintains that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries should be earnestly respected, and is unwilling to see acts that violate the norms of international relations," SCMP quoted Chinese Deputy Foreign Minister Kong Xuanyou as saying. Kong made these remarks during a two-day visit to Islamabad. The Chinese deputy foreign Minister remarks come on the heels of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. A day after India launched "pre-emptive" and "non-military" strike against JeM in Pakistan's Balakot, the fighter jets of the two countries engaged in a dogfight in the skies of Jammu and Kashmir after Pakistani F-16 planes transgressed into the Indian air space. Tensions between India and Pakistan heightened following the February 14 attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) convoy in Pulwama in which 40 personnel were killed and five injured.

China asks India, Pakistan to initiate dialogue to restore 'peace and stability'

Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said Monday that India's "dream" of isolating Pakistan will never be fulfilled, amidst simmering tensions between the two countries following the Pulwama terror attack that killed 40 CRPF soldiers.

Over 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were killed on February 14 in Jammu and Kashmir when a suicide bomber of Pakistan-based terror group<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/jem-chief-masood-azhar-shifted-to-facility-near-bahawalpur-from-rawalpindi-military-hospital-intel-sources-199732"> Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM)</a> rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into their bus in Pulwama district, sparking outrage in the country.

Addressing a conference on Kashmir in Islamabad, Qureshi said a number of foreign dignitaries were scheduled to visit Pakistan in near future. 
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Muhammad will be the chief guest on Pakistan Day Parade on March 23, he said.

He said German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas will pay the visit on March 12 and the EU High Representative will also visit Islamabad soon.

Qureshi said India's "dream" of isolating Pakistan will never be fulfilled.

India launched a major diplomatic offensive against Islamabad after the Pulwama attack and highlighted Pakistan's role in using terrorism as an instrument of state policy.

The international community led by the US pressed Pakistan to deny safe haven to terror groups operating from its soil and bring the perpetrators of the Pulwama attack to justice.

Qureshi said Pakistan was not in favour of any conflict with India.

Talking about the heightened tensions after the Pulwama attack, he said&nbsp;India's response was predictable.

"It behaved in the same manner as it did after Mumbai attacks," he said.

The Foreign Minister said Prime Minister Imran Khan offered help in the probe the suicide attack and also announced that Pakistan would not allow its soil to be used against any country.

He said Prime Minister Pakistan has made it clear that Islamabad would retaliate to any action by New Delhi.

Qureshi said the action was being taken against extremists in the light of National Action Plan, a 20-point agenda to eliminate militancy.

India has asked Pakistan to take immediate and verifiable action against terrorists and terror groups operating from territories under its control.

New Delhi also announced the withdrawal of the Most Favoured Nation status for Pakistan and hiked the customs duty by 200 per cent on goods originating from Pakistan.&nbsp;

Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said Monday that India's "dream" of isolating Pakistan will never be fulfilled, amidst simmering tensions between the two countries following the Pulwama terror attack that killed 40 CRPF soldiers.

Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said Monday that India's "dream" of isolating Pakistan will never be fulfilled, amidst simmering tensions between the two countries following the Pulwama terror attack that killed 40 CRPF soldiers. Over 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were killed on February 14 in Jammu and Kashmir when a suicide bomber of Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into their bus in Pulwama district, sparking outrage in the country. Addressing a conference on Kashmir in Islamabad, Qureshi said a number of foreign dignitaries were scheduled to visit Pakistan in near future. Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Muhammad will be the chief guest on Pakistan Day Parade on March 23, he said. He said German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas will pay the visit on March 12 and the EU High Representative will also visit Islamabad soon. Qureshi said India's "dream" of isolating Pakistan will never be fulfilled. India launched a major diplomatic offensive against Islamabad after the Pulwama attack and highlighted Pakistan's role in using terrorism as an instrument of state policy. The international community led by the US pressed Pakistan to deny safe haven to terror groups operating from its soil and bring the perpetrators of the Pulwama attack to justice. Qureshi said Pakistan was not in favour of any conflict with India. Talking about the heightened tensions after the Pulwama attack, he said India's response was predictable. "It behaved in the same manner as it did after Mumbai attacks," he said. The Foreign Minister said Prime Minister Imran Khan offered help in the probe the suicide attack and also announced that Pakistan would not allow its soil to be used against any country. He said Prime Minister Pakistan has made it clear that Islamabad would retaliate to any action by New Delhi. Qureshi said the action was being taken against extremists in the light of National Action Plan, a 20-point agenda to eliminate militancy. India has asked Pakistan to take immediate and verifiable action against terrorists and terror groups operating from territories under its control. New Delhi also announced the withdrawal of the Most Favoured Nation status for Pakistan and hiked the customs duty by 200 per cent on goods originating from Pakistan.

India's 'dream' of isolating Pakistan will never be fulfilled: Qureshi 

Protests were held at various places on Saturday in Nepal over Pulwama terror attack in which over 40 security personnel were killed.

Hundreds of people gathered at Parsa, Majottari Rupandehi and other adjoining districts staged demonstration, condemning the attack and expressing solidarity with India, according to officials.

Over 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were killed on February 14 in one of the deadliest terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir when a suicide bomber of Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) rammed a vehicle carrying a huge quantity of explosives into their bus in Pulwama district.

Meanwhile, the staff members working in the Indian Mission in Nepal donated their one day salary for the fallen soldiers.

"We have decided to donate our one day salary for the family members of the deceased soldiers who were deliberately targeted for doing their job.

"Around hundred people, who are currently working in the Indian Embassy, have made the contribution because we firmly believe that terrorism cannot be justified in any way and we are with our Indian friends," said an Indian Embassy staffer.

A candlelight vigil was also observed on Friday.

Protests were held at various places on Saturday in Nepal over Pulwama terror attack in which over 40 security personnel were killed. Hundreds of people gathered at Parsa, Majottari Rupandehi and other adjoining districts staged demonstration, condemning the attack and expressing solidarity with India, according to officials.

Protests were held at various places on Saturday in Nepal over Pulwama terror attack in which over 40 security personnel were killed. Hundreds of people gathered at Parsa, Majottari Rupandehi and other adjoining districts staged demonstration, condemning the attack and expressing solidarity with India, according to officials. Over 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were killed on February 14 in one of the deadliest terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir when a suicide bomber of Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) rammed a vehicle carrying a huge quantity of explosives into their bus in Pulwama district. Meanwhile, the staff members working in the Indian Mission in Nepal donated their one day salary for the fallen soldiers. "We have decided to donate our one day salary for the family members of the deceased soldiers who were deliberately targeted for doing their job. "Around hundred people, who are currently working in the Indian Embassy, have made the contribution because we firmly believe that terrorism cannot be justified in any way and we are with our Indian friends," said an Indian Embassy staffer. A candlelight vigil was also observed on Friday.

Protests in Nepal against Pulwama terror attack

New Zealand Parliament today unanimously passed a motion moved by Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/us-russia-france-condemns-pulwama-terror-attack-197481">condemning the terror attack</a> on India's Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Jammu &amp; Kashmir's Pulwama district on February 14.

New Zealand's Deputy PM Winston Peters said, ''I move the motion that this House condemns February 14 act of terrorism on Indian CRPF leading to large loss of life. We express solidarity with GoI at this difficult time as well as offer our deep sympathies to those affected.''

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Many other nations like US, Russia, France and more have strongly condemned the Pulwama terror attack.

The response in the neighbouring countries was also quick.&nbsp;

A Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a bus ferrying CRPF jawans on Thursday in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama killing over 40 people.

The mastermind of the Pulwama attack on Monday was killed in an encounter in the Pinglan area of Pulwama.&nbsp;

New Zealand Parliament today unanimously passed a motion moved by Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters condemning the terror attack on India's Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Jammu & Kashmir's Pulwama district on February 14.

New Zealand Parliament today unanimously passed a motion moved by Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters condemning the terror attack on India's Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Jammu & Kashmir's Pulwama district on February 14. New Zealand's Deputy PM Winston Peters said, ''I move the motion that this House condemns February 14 act of terrorism on Indian CRPF leading to large loss of life. We express solidarity with GoI at this difficult time as well as offer our deep sympathies to those affected.'' New Zealand Dy PM Winston Peters in New Zealand Parliament: I move the motion that this House condemn Feb 14 act of terrorism on Indian CRPF leading to large loss of life. We express solidarity with GoI at this difficult time as well as offer our deep sympathies to those affected https://t.co/VJB5e5N3ZF — ANI (@ANI) February 20, 2019 × Many other nations like US, Russia, France and more have strongly condemned the Pulwama terror attack. The response in the neighbouring countries was also quick. A Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a bus ferrying CRPF jawans on Thursday in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama killing over 40 people. The mastermind of the Pulwama attack on Monday was killed in an encounter in the Pinglan area of Pulwama.

New Zealand parliament unanimously condemns Pulwama terror attack

The attack on a CRPF convoy in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district on Thursday by terrorists in which about 40 troopers were killed is the biggest attack on the paramilitary force in the Kashmir valley.

The incident was a suicide attack by Pakistan-backed Jaish-e-Mohammad, saw a van packed with explosives reportedly ram into a CRPF bus on the Srinagar-Jammu highway in Lethpora town, about 30 km from Srinagar, killing 40 personnel and injuring many.

The incident took place when 2,547 CRPF personnel were going in a convoy of 78 vehicles from Jammu to Srinagar.

The biggest attack against CRPF took place in Dantewada in Chhattisgarh when 75 CRPF personnel were killed in a landmine explosion set off by Maoists in April 2010.

Here is the chronological list of all major terror attacks on CRPF in Jammu and Kashmir in the last two decades.

June 25 2016: Terrorists open indiscriminate firing on a CRPF bus, killing eight jawans at Pampore on Srinagar-Jammu National Highway.

June 3 2016: Terrorists target a CRPF bus at Pampore, killing two personnel before taking refuge in a government building. The two-day encounter ends with the killing of three soldiers including two officers and the two assailants. One civilian was also killed.

August 4 2004: Nine CRPF jawans were killed in a terrorist attack on their camp at Rajbagh in Srinagar. One terrorist was also killed in retaliatory action.

(With inputs from agencies)

The attack on a CRPF convoy in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district on Thursday by terrorists in which about 40 troopers were killed is the biggest attack on the paramilitary force in the Kashmir valley.

The attack on a CRPF convoy in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district on Thursday by terrorists in which about 40 troopers were killed is the biggest attack on the paramilitary force in the Kashmir valley. The incident was a suicide attack by Pakistan-backed Jaish-e-Mohammad, saw a van packed with explosives reportedly ram into a CRPF bus on the Srinagar-Jammu highway in Lethpora town, about 30 km from Srinagar, killing 40 personnel and injuring many. The incident took place when 2,547 CRPF personnel were going in a convoy of 78 vehicles from Jammu to Srinagar. The biggest attack against CRPF took place in Dantewada in Chhattisgarh when 75 CRPF personnel were killed in a landmine explosion set off by Maoists in April 2010. Here is the chronological list of all major terror attacks on CRPF in Jammu and Kashmir in the last two decades. June 25 2016: Terrorists open indiscriminate firing on a CRPF bus, killing eight jawans at Pampore on Srinagar-Jammu National Highway. June 3 2016: Terrorists target a CRPF bus at Pampore, killing two personnel before taking refuge in a government building. The two-day encounter ends with the killing of three soldiers including two officers and the two assailants. One civilian was also killed. August 4 2004: Nine CRPF jawans were killed in a terrorist attack on their camp at Rajbagh in Srinagar. One terrorist was also killed in retaliatory action. (With inputs from agencies)

Pulwama: Deadliest terror attack on Central Reserve Police Force in Jammu and Kashmir

Militants carried out two grenade attacks on security forces in Kashmir on Friday but there were no reports of any casualty, police said.

The terrorists lobbed a grenade at a CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) bunker at Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower) in Lal Chowk this afternoon, a police official said.

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In another incident, militants lobbed a grenade at security forces in Shopian district of south Kashmir, the police official said, adding there was no injury to anyone and damage to properties due to the explosion.

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The grenade exploded on the roadside, he said, adding no one was hurt in the attack.

A private car parked on the roadside was partly damaged due to the explosion, the official said.This is the second attack on security forces in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, within 24 hours.

Terrorists hurled a grenade on police personnel at Zero Bridge here on Thursday, resulting in injuries to three policemen.

The attacks come less than 10 days ahead of Republic Day celebrations.&nbsp;

Militants carried out two grenade attacks on security forces in Kashmir on Friday but there were no reports of any casualty, police said. The terrorists lobbed a grenade at a CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) bunker at Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower) in Lal Chowk this afternoon, a police official said.

Militants carried out two grenade attacks on security forces in Kashmir on Friday but there were no reports of any casualty, police said. The terrorists lobbed a grenade at a CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) bunker at Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower) in Lal Chowk this afternoon, a police official said. Jammu and Kashmir: Blast at Ghanta Ghar Chowk in Srinagar. More details awaited. pic.twitter.com/fG6a1TRmMT — ANI (@ANI) January 18, 2019 × In another incident, militants lobbed a grenade at security forces in Shopian district of south Kashmir, the police official said, adding there was no injury to anyone and damage to properties due to the explosion. Terrorists lobbed a grenade on Police camp in Gagran area of South Kashmir's Shopian. No loss of life or injury reported. — ANI (@ANI) January 18, 2019 × The grenade exploded on the roadside, he said, adding no one was hurt in the attack. A private car parked on the roadside was partly damaged due to the explosion, the official said.This is the second attack on security forces in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, within 24 hours. Terrorists hurled a grenade on police personnel at Zero Bridge here on Thursday, resulting in injuries to three policemen. The attacks come less than 10 days ahead of Republic Day celebrations.

Two grenade attacks on security forces reported in Kashmir

A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) convoy was attacked by stone pelters in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday after one of the CRPF buses allegedly hit a motorcycle in Banihal area of the state.

There has been a spike in the stone pelting incident in the valley after the encounter of the militant Burhan Wani in July 2016.

19 CRPF personnel were injured on May 27 after the vehicle they were travelling in skidded off the road due to stones being pelted on it in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.

The stone pelting also claimed the life of a tourist from Chennai on May 7. The 22-year-old tourist&nbspR. Thirumani (22) died after getting injured in the stone pelting in Jammu and Kashmir's Narbal area.

The Chief Minister of the state had called an all-party meeting earlier to discuss measures to curb such incidents.

The stone pelting incident in the valley became prominent in the region from the 2008 Kashmir protests. Stone pelting was reported on a regular basis&nbspin 2010 Kashmir unrest and 2016-17 Kashmir unrest.&nbsp

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A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) convoy was attacked by stone pelters in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday after one of the CRPF buses allegedly hit a motorcycle in Banihal area of the state

A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) convoy was attacked by stone pelters in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday after one of the CRPF buses allegedly hit a motorcycle in Banihal area of the state. There has been a spike in the stone pelting incident in the valley after the encounter of the militant Burhan Wani in July 2016. 19 CRPF personnel were injured on May 27 after the vehicle they were travelling in skidded off the road due to stones being pelted on it in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. The stone pelting also claimed the life of a tourist from Chennai on May 7. The 22-year-old tourist&nbspR. Thirumani (22) died after getting injured in the stone pelting in Jammu and Kashmir's Narbal area. The Chief Minister of the state had called an all-party meeting earlier to discuss measures to curb such incidents. The stone pelting incident in the valley became prominent in the region from the 2008 Kashmir protests. Stone pelting was reported on a regular basis&nbspin 2010 Kashmir unrest and 2016-17 Kashmir unrest. #WATCH: Stones were pelted on the convoy of CRPF after one of the CRPF buses allegedly hit a motorcycle in Banihal area of Jammu & Kashmir. pic.twitter.com/grP9XUD5BQ — ANI (@ANI) June 14, 2018 ×

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A CRPF personnel from CoBRA battalion and a policeman succumbed to their injuries on Thursday in an encounter with Maoists in Saraikela, Jharkhand.

The gunbattle between the security forces and Maoists began on Thursday morning after the&nbsp;Jharkhand Police and 209 CoBRA battalion launched a Search and Destroy Operation against the Maoists in the state&nbsp;

The heavy firing between the two forces has concluded now and the security forces have launched a search operation.

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The Jharkhand Police and 209 CoBRA battalion had launched a Search and Destroy Operation against the Maoists in the state

A CRPF personnel from CoBRA battalion and a policeman succumbed to their injuries on Thursday in an encounter with Maoists in Saraikela, Jharkhand. The gunbattle between the security forces and Maoists began on Thursday morning after the Jharkhand Police and 209 CoBRA battalion launched a Search and Destroy Operation against the Maoists in the state The heavy firing between the two forces has concluded now and the security forces have launched a search operation. #UPDATE Encounter between naxals & troops of 209 CoBRA battalion & #Jharkhand Police in Saraikela: Police jawan, who who was injured, succumbed to his injuries. 1 CoBRA personnel had lost his life too. Firing concludes, search operation underway. — ANI (@ANI) June 7, 2018 × (With inputs from ANI)

1 CRPF soldier, policeman killed in encounter with Maoists in Jharkhand

A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan, who was sustained bullet injuries during an encounter with terrorists at Pulwama`s Warpora in Jammu and Kashmir, succumbed to injuries on Saturday.

The 27-year-old jawan, identified as JD Mandeep Kumar, was part of the 182 Battalion of CRPF.

The encounter took place in the late hours of Friday when troops of 55 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), and 182 and 183 Battalion of CRPF were carrying out a joint cordon and search operation in the village, on a specific information about the presence of terrorists in the area.

The operation was called off in the wee hours of Saturday and the troops returned after the terrorists fled from the scene, taking advantage of the heavy stone pelting and darkness.

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The 27-year-old jawan, identified as JD Mandeep Kumar, was part of the 182 Battalion of CRPF.

A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan, who was sustained bullet injuries during an encounter with terrorists at Pulwama`s Warpora in Jammu and Kashmir, succumbed to injuries on Saturday. The 27-year-old jawan, identified as JD Mandeep Kumar, was part of the 182 Battalion of CRPF. The encounter took place in the late hours of Friday when troops of 55 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), and 182 and 183 Battalion of CRPF were carrying out a joint cordon and search operation in the village, on a specific information about the presence of terrorists in the area. The operation was called off in the wee hours of Saturday and the troops returned after the terrorists fled from the scene, taking advantage of the heavy stone pelting and darkness. (With ANI inputs)

Pulwama encounter: Injured CRPF jawan dies

In the aftermath of the Naxal-led attack that killed nine CRPF personnel in Sukma on Tuesday, Chief Minister Raman Singh clarified that the improvised explosive device (IED) blast was carried out in retaliation to an encounter which took place last morning.

&quot;The background of this blast in Sukma is that the COBRA battalion held a successful encounter in the morning in which several Naxals were injured and weapons were recovered. This has left them perplexed, as we are reaching closer to their headquarters. This attack was carried out in fury,&quot; Singh told reporters here.

The chief minister revealed that although IED detection with the present technology is difficult, the forces and state police are working together to abolish the naxal base in the region.

Echoing a similar stance, Minister of State for Home Affairs, Hansraj Ahir, assured that the government is strongly monitoring the situation along with intelligence agencies and the forces.

On Tuesday, nine personnel of the 212 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were killed and two severely injured in the IED blast.The CRPF jawans were conducting an operation in a forest in the district when the blast took place, ripping apart their Mine-Protected Vehicle (MPV).

Meanwhile, the wreath-laying ceremony of the nine jawans was held earlier this morning, where the two ministers paid their tributes to the slain soldiers.&nbsp;

Raman Singh revealed that although IED detection with the present technology is difficult, the forces and state police are working together to abolish the naxal base in the region

In the aftermath of the Naxal-led attack that killed nine CRPF personnel in Sukma on Tuesday, Chief Minister Raman Singh clarified that the improvised explosive device (IED) blast was carried out in retaliation to an encounter which took place last morning. "The background of this blast in Sukma is that the COBRA battalion held a successful encounter in the morning in which several Naxals were injured and weapons were recovered. This has left them perplexed, as we are reaching closer to their headquarters. This attack was carried out in fury," Singh told reporters here. The chief minister revealed that although IED detection with the present technology is difficult, the forces and state police are working together to abolish the naxal base in the region. Echoing a similar stance, Minister of State for Home Affairs, Hansraj Ahir, assured that the government is strongly monitoring the situation along with intelligence agencies and the forces. On Tuesday, nine personnel of the 212 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were killed and two severely injured in the IED blast.The CRPF jawans were conducting an operation in a forest in the district when the blast took place, ripping apart their Mine-Protected Vehicle (MPV). Meanwhile, the wreath-laying ceremony of the nine jawans was held earlier this morning, where the two ministers paid their tributes to the slain soldiers.

Sukma attack undertaken in retaliation: Chhattisgarh CM Raman Singh

At least nine CRPF personnel were killed and three others injured when Maoists blew up an anti-landmine vehicle in Sukma district of Chhattisgarh on Tuesday, said a senior police official.

Talking to media, Special DG, Anti Naxal Operations, DM Awasthi said the security force has reached the spot and no firing has been reported at present.

&quot;A patrolling party was going from Kistaram to Palodi in an anti-landmine vehicle which was targeted by Naxals with an IED. The extra force has reached the spot, there is no firing at present,&quot; he said.

Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh condemned the killings of nine CRPF personnel in a suspected Naxal attack in Chhattisgarh and described the incident as &quot;deeply distressing&quot;.

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The Naxals attacked the 212 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).

The CRPF personnel were carrying out an area-domination operation in the area when their mine-protected vehicle (MPV) was reportedly blown up.

The blast also injured few CRPF personnel, who have been evacuated by helicopter to Raipur for medical treatment.

SK Sood, Former DG, BSF on Sukma attack said,&#39;&#39;CRPF has been repeatedly suffering big losses in this area, this means the CRPF authority is not taking remedial action, we should learn from mistakes.&#39;&#39;&nbsp;

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Last April, in the biggest Maoist attack on CRPF personnel in Chhattisgarh in the last seven years, 25 jawans were killed and six injured in an ambush in the Burkapal area of Sukma.

The encounter took place after the Maoists triggered an IED on an anti-landmine vehicle of the 212 CRPF Battalion’s patrolling team was going from Kistaram to Palodi.

At least nine CRPF personnel were killed and three others injured when Maoists blew up an anti-landmine vehicle in Sukma district of Chhattisgarh on Tuesday, said a senior police official. Talking to media, Special DG, Anti Naxal Operations, DM Awasthi said the security force has reached the spot and no firing has been reported at present. "A patrolling party was going from Kistaram to Palodi in an anti-landmine vehicle which was targeted by Naxals with an IED. The extra force has reached the spot, there is no firing at present," he said. Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh condemned the killings of nine CRPF personnel in a suspected Naxal attack in Chhattisgarh and described the incident as "deeply distressing". My heartfelt condolences to the families of those personnel who lost their lives in Sukma blast. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured jawans. I spoke to DG CRPF regarding the Sukma incident and asked him to leave for Chhattisgarh, tweets HM Rajnath Singh. (File Pic) pic.twitter.com/43BxXvofth — ANI (@ANI) March 13, 2018 × The Naxals attacked the 212 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The CRPF personnel were carrying out an area-domination operation in the area when their mine-protected vehicle (MPV) was reportedly blown up. The blast also injured few CRPF personnel, who have been evacuated by helicopter to Raipur for medical treatment. SK Sood, Former DG, BSF on Sukma attack said,''CRPF has been repeatedly suffering big losses in this area, this means the CRPF authority is not taking remedial action, we should learn from mistakes.'' #CRPF has been repeatedly suffering big losses in this area, this means the CRPF authority is not taking remedial action, we should learn from mistakes:SK Sood,Former DG,BSF on Sukma attack pic.twitter.com/yO095OenQA — ANI (@ANI) March 13, 2018 × Last April, in the biggest Maoist attack on CRPF personnel in Chhattisgarh in the last seven years, 25 jawans were killed and six injured in an ambush in the Burkapal area of Sukma.

Nine CRPF jawans killed in Maoist attack in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district

A Delhi court will on April 3 hear a criminal complaint and civil defamation case filed against the makers of the Bollywood movie Newton.&nbsp;

The complaint says Newton portrays the Central Reserve Police Force in poor light.&nbsp;

Newton was India&#39;s official entry to the Oscars. And Rajkummar Rao won the Asia Pacific Screen Award -- given out by the Brisbane city council -- for his performance in the film.&nbsp;

The complaint was filed In February this year by a CRPF sub-inspector. The complaint reportedly says the movie maligns the image, character and reputation of the force.

Newton was directed by Amit Masurkar and written by Mayank Tewari. Most film critics were <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/newton-a-sweet-film-with-a-bitter-aftertaste-20576" target="_blank">raving in their</a> praise for the film.&nbsp;

Newton was India's official entry to the Oscars

A Delhi court will on April 3 hear a criminal complaint and civil defamation case filed against the makers of the Bollywood movie Newton. The complaint says Newton portrays the Central Reserve Police Force in poor light. Newton was India's official entry to the Oscars. And Rajkummar Rao won the Asia Pacific Screen Award -- given out by the Brisbane city council -- for his performance in the film. The complaint was filed In February this year by a CRPF sub-inspector. The complaint reportedly says the movie maligns the image, character and reputation of the force. Newton was directed by Amit Masurkar and written by Mayank Tewari. Most film critics were raving in their praise for the film.

Newton portrays CRPF in poor light: Delhi court to hear case

Paramilitary commandos may soon be deployed to guard the Indian Embassy and diplomatic staff in war-ravaged Iraq, following threats from the banned Islamic State (ISIS) terror group, officials said.

An in-principle approval for the deployment of an armed squad at the complex located in the Al Mansour area of the Iraqi capital of Baghdad has been accorded by the Union ministries of home and external affairs, they said.

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has been tasked to provide its best combat personnel for the job.

They said that the commandos will have a specific task of securing the Embassy, its diplomatic staff and their families against terror threats.

&quot;Given the constant threat of the ISIS terror group in Iraq, it was being discussed for a long time that the Indian Embassy there should have a professional security cover,&quot; a senior official privy to the development said.

&quot;The effort to send the paramilitary commandos is a move in that direction. However, the final approval for stationing the squad in Baghdad is yet to be given by the government,&quot; the official said.

While there has be no targeted hit at the Indian mission in Baghdad, the city has witnessed suicide attacks and bombings by the ISIS terrorists.

The proposed contingent would not only guard the Embassy complex, but also provide a proximate security cover to senior diplomats and staffers every time they move out of the facility, he said.

Once cleared, the proposed contingent will be about 45-50 personnel strong and headed by a deputy commandant (DC) rank officer of the CRPF.

The commandos, who are highly motivated, having done a stint in the anti-Naxal operations, the forces&#39; elite commando squad for jungle warfare CoBRA and who have been the &quot;best performers&quot; will be part of the proposed contingent, the official said.

The personnel will have to be adept in handling improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and in conducting special operations and hostage rescue tasks, it said.

This will be the first such overseas task for the about 3-lakh personnel strong paramilitary force. While the Indian Embassy in Afghanistan is guarded by the Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), those in Nepal and Colombo have the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and Border Security Force (BF) contingents respectively.

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is the country&#39;s largest paramilitary and is primarily designated as the lead internal security and anti-Maoist operations conducting force.&nbsp;

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has been tasked to provide its best combat personnel for the job

Paramilitary commandos may soon be deployed to guard the Indian Embassy and diplomatic staff in war-ravaged Iraq, following threats from the banned Islamic State (ISIS) terror group, officials said. An in-principle approval for the deployment of an armed squad at the complex located in the Al Mansour area of the Iraqi capital of Baghdad has been accorded by the Union ministries of home and external affairs, they said. The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has been tasked to provide its best combat personnel for the job. They said that the commandos will have a specific task of securing the Embassy, its diplomatic staff and their families against terror threats. "Given the constant threat of the ISIS terror group in Iraq, it was being discussed for a long time that the Indian Embassy there should have a professional security cover," a senior official privy to the development said. "The effort to send the paramilitary commandos is a move in that direction. However, the final approval for stationing the squad in Baghdad is yet to be given by the government," the official said. While there has be no targeted hit at the Indian mission in Baghdad, the city has witnessed suicide attacks and bombings by the ISIS terrorists. The proposed contingent would not only guard the Embassy complex, but also provide a proximate security cover to senior diplomats and staffers every time they move out of the facility, he said. Once cleared, the proposed contingent will be about 45-50 personnel strong and headed by a deputy commandant (DC) rank officer of the CRPF. The commandos, who are highly motivated, having done a stint in the anti-Naxal operations, the forces' elite commando squad for jungle warfare CoBRA and who have been the "best performers" will be part of the proposed contingent, the official said. The personnel will have to be adept in handling improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and in conducting special operations and hostage rescue tasks, it said. This will be the first such overseas task for the about 3-lakh personnel strong paramilitary force. While the Indian Embassy in Afghanistan is guarded by the Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), those in Nepal and Colombo have the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and Border Security Force (BF) contingents respectively. The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is the country's largest paramilitary and is primarily designated as the lead internal security and anti-Maoist operations conducting force.

India may send commandos to guard its embassy in Iraq

Security agencies have flashed an alert after an SUV with a &quot;JK&quot; numberplate belonging to the CRPF was stolen from outside a camp of the force late last month, official sources said.

The alert, warning against misuse by terrorists ahead of Republic Day celebrations on January 26, has been issued by multiple agencies, including the Delhi Police, the CRPF and central agencies.

Official sources said a white Sumo Victa of the Central Reserve Police Force was stolen from outside a camp of the force in R K Puram area on the intervening night of December 29-30.

The official number plate of the stolen four-wheeler is &#39;JK 02A W5441&#39;, they said.

The vehicle, with a &#39;Police&#39; sticker, was stolen by at least three people that night, sources said, referring to CCTV footage of the incident.

The alert issued by security agencies, especially to agencies and forces based in Kashmir, said the vehicle could be misused for a possible sabotage attack or fidayeen raid.

Intelligence inputs have already stated that &quot;militants can use a vehicle laden with explosives to attack a camp (of security forces/agencies) in the run-up to Republic Day celebrations...&quot;, it said.

The CRPF, too, issued an alert and asked all its units in Jammu and Kashmir and north India to be on the heightened vigil and take extra precautionary measures.

&quot;No unidentified vehicle should be allowed to enter in the camp without proper identification and anti-sabotage checks,&quot; stated the alert, issued by the CRPF headquarters in Delhi and accessed by PTI.

The force has asked all its unit commanders to share the message with the &quot;last man on the ground&quot; so that the possible misuse of the stolen vehicle does not impact their security.

It also asked all its units in the country to &quot;review&quot; and fortify camp security.

The threat of the stolen vehicle has been escalated to the level of &quot;high alert&quot; in the wake of the recent attack on the CRPF camp in Pulwama, sources said.

The alert, warning against misuse by terrorists ahead of Republic Day celebrations on January 26, has been issued by multiple agencies, including the Delhi Police, the CRPF and central agencies

Security agencies have flashed an alert after an SUV with a "JK" numberplate belonging to the CRPF was stolen from outside a camp of the force late last month, official sources said. The alert, warning against misuse by terrorists ahead of Republic Day celebrations on January 26, has been issued by multiple agencies, including the Delhi Police, the CRPF and central agencies. Official sources said a white Sumo Victa of the Central Reserve Police Force was stolen from outside a camp of the force in R K Puram area on the intervening night of December 29-30. The official number plate of the stolen four-wheeler is 'JK 02A W5441', they said. The vehicle, with a 'Police' sticker, was stolen by at least three people that night, sources said, referring to CCTV footage of the incident. The alert issued by security agencies, especially to agencies and forces based in Kashmir, said the vehicle could be misused for a possible sabotage attack or fidayeen raid. Intelligence inputs have already stated that "militants can use a vehicle laden with explosives to attack a camp (of security forces/agencies) in the run-up to Republic Day celebrations...", it said. The CRPF, too, issued an alert and asked all its units in Jammu and Kashmir and north India to be on the heightened vigil and take extra precautionary measures. "No unidentified vehicle should be allowed to enter in the camp without proper identification and anti-sabotage checks," stated the alert, issued by the CRPF headquarters in Delhi and accessed by PTI. The force has asked all its unit commanders to share the message with the "last man on the ground" so that the possible misuse of the stolen vehicle does not impact their security. It also asked all its units in the country to "review" and fortify camp security. The threat of the stolen vehicle has been escalated to the level of "high alert" in the wake of the recent attack on the CRPF camp in Pulwama, sources said.

CRPF SUV with Jammu and Kashmir licence plate stolen, triggers security alert