The Zojila pass would earlier remain closed for nearly five months during winter, cutting off Ladakh from the rest of the country. However, with improved technology, advanced snow-clearance equipment and better planning, the pass remained open throughout this winter, barring four days, which the Border Roads Organisation described as a significant strategic and logistical achievement.
India last year placed the IWT in abeyance after the Pahalgam terror attack as part of a series of measures announced by PM Narendra Modi, including the suspension of the decades-old water-sharing pact. The treaty was signed between India and Pakistan in 1960 for sharing of Indus river system waters. According to the treaty, India
Snow Leopards were raised to strengthen high-altitude operations, including mountain tops and ridges, the official said. The Markhor batches are trained for forests and rugged mountainous areas long used by terrorists as hideouts. Its name is derived from a Persian term meaning “snake eater,” symbolising agility and resilience. Both units are equipped with modern weapons
In a disturbing incident at the India-Nepal border in Supaul district, five government school teachers were detained after being suspected of intoxication while supervising students on an educational trip. Under scrutiny at the Bhimnagar checkpoint, the teachers were subjected to breath-analyser tests that confirmed their inebriation.
Kai Trump supported Aryna Sabalenka after watching her Miami Open semifinal win over Elena Rybakina on March 26. She even met Sabalenka and shared her support on Instagram. Sabalenka now faces Coco Gauff in the March 28 final. With both players tied 6-6 in head-to-head matches, the final is expected to be close and highly
Iranian-linked hackers, Handala Hack Team, have breached FBI Director Kash Patel’s personal email, releasing personal photos and documents. While the FBI confirmed the breach, they downplayed its significance, stating no government information was compromised. The group, believed to be a front for Iranian intelligence, previously claimed responsibility for hacking medical equipment manufacturer Stryker.
A horrific incident in Sangli, Maharashtra, saw a 10-year-old girl die after her father allegedly hung her upside down overnight, suspecting her of theft. The 11-year-old sister also endured similar torture and is hospitalized. Family members’ attempts to intervene were met with threats. The accused farmer has been apprehended.
The US is reportedly considering military options against Iran, focusing on key Persian Gulf islands vital for oil exports and naval control. Plans reportedly include ground and bombing operations, with potential targets like Kharg Island, a major oil hub, and Larak Island, crucial for Strait of Hormuz monitoring. Seizing these locations presents significant risks.
