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Four Border Security Force personnel received Gallantry Medals for their courage. Deputy Commandant Ravindra Rathore and his team apprehended Pakistani rangers who crossed the international border. Their actions foiled malicious intentions and saved a fellow jawan. The awards were presented by the Union Home Minister.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited the historic Sanchu Border Outpost, becoming the first minister to do so. He addressed BSF personnel, virtually inaugurated women's barracks, and reviewed drone technology. Shah also chaired a high-level meeting to bolster border security and launched 'Vibrant Village Programme-2' for 184 border villages, aiming to enhance infrastructure and economic self-reliance.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Bikaner on May 25 and 26. The visit focuses on increasing drone smuggling of narcotics and weapons from Pakistan. Shah will inspect border outposts and hold high-level meetings with officials. This visit is crucial for national security and border management. Preparations are underway across five border districts.

Sriganganagar hottest at 46.0 °C

Police have arrested two more Lawrence Bishnoi gang members in sri ganganagar for conspiring to extort a jeweller through threats and reconnaissance for firing. This brings the total arrests to seven, with the gang aiming to instill fear among businessmen. The accused, previously involved in a Mumbai firing, were brought from jail for further interrogation.

Heat Conditions To Aggravate Further From Monday

Police in sri ganganagar intercepted a car without a number plate, arresting two Punjab smugglers. The operation, involving a dramatic chase and blockade, recovered 1.5 kg of heroin, 1 kg of opium, five foreign-made pistols, and 72 cartridges, believed to be dropped by a Pakistani drone.

India is experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 45°C in many regions, coinciding with the traditional 'Nautapa' period. This harsh spell, linked to solar activity, is crucial for monsoon formation but poses significant health risks, especially in vulnerable communities and for outdoor workers.

A constable in sri ganganagar's CDR cell has been suspended for allegedly aiding an international drug syndicate. Constable Mangat Ram is accused of providing misleading information to police teams involved in seizing 10 kg of heroin dropped by drones from Pakistan. Investigations revealed his direct contact with arrested smugglers.

An Indian merchant navy Vice Captain from Rajasthan is among 21 crew members stranded after Iran's IRGC seized a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel, en route to India, was reportedly fired upon before being taken. Family members are appealing for government intervention to ensure the safe return of all Indian sailors.

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Border districts in Rajasthan, including Jaisalmer and Barmer, conducted a large-scale mock drill and blackout exercise to prepare for potential enemy air strikes. Sirens and police vehicles recreated emergency scenarios, with residents instructed to switch off lights. The drill assessed administrative preparedness and public cooperation in disaster management.