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In a targeted operation in Champhai district, close to the Myanmar frontier, Assam Rifles troops intercepted a substantial stash of weapons and explosives. Following actionable intelligence, the team confiscated four firearms, three hand grenades, and a bomb. These items are now under investigation, underscoring the district's notorious reputation as a corridor for insurgent activity.

Two gelatin sticks were discovered near Prime Minister Narendra Modi's convoy route on the outskirts of Bengaluru, prompting an immediate security response. Separately, a man was detained for making a hoax call threatening explosions at HAL Airport and the Art of Living campus, though no connection to the explosives was found.

A Russian cargo ship, the Ursa Major, sank off Spain after explosions on December 23, 2024, carrying suspected nuclear reactor components possibly for North Korea. The vessel, previously used in Syria, experienced multiple blasts, leading to its sinking and the death of two crew members. A Russian military ship later fired flares over the area, followed by more explosions.

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district have successfully dismantled a terrorist hideout. Acting on crucial intelligence, a joint operation in the Chatroo region led to the discovery of a significant cache of weapons, including a grenade launcher, carbine, pistol, and substantial explosives. This major seizure highlights ongoing efforts to combat terrorism in the region.

Authorities are investigating the discovery of gelatin sticks and electronic components near Prime Minister Modi's convoy route in Bengaluru. Central agencies, including the NIA and IB, have joined the probe into the suspicious package found near the Art of Living Foundation. Police suspect the items were planted to create panic rather than cause an explosion.

India's nuclear journey began with the 1974 'Peaceful Nuclear Explosion' at Pokhran, making it the sixth nation to harness atomic power for defence. Driven by regional security concerns, India conducted the 'Operation Shakti' tests in 1998, solidifying its status as a nuclear power. These advancements underscore India's strategic capabilities and technological prowess.

The Chhattisgarh High Court upheld the acquittal of 10 individuals in the 2010 Tadmetla Maoist attack, where 76 security personnel were killed. The court cited a lack of direct evidence, incomplete circumstantial proof, and significant lapses in the investigation and prosecution, stating guilt could not be established beyond reasonable doubt.

Khetolai village in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer district became historically significant due to its unique geological structure, which lacked groundwater. This made the region ideal for India's Pokhran-II nuclear tests in 1998, preventing radioactive contamination. The village now draws visitors interested in India's nuclear history.

A suspected bomber died in an IED blast while planting a device on a dedicated freight corridor railway track near Patiala. The low-intensity explosion damaged the track, prompting an investigation into potential terror module links and sabotage. Freight movement was briefly suspended but rail traffic was restored within hours.

A low-intensity blast near a railway track in Patiala late Monday night has sparked panic. An unidentified, dismembered body was found nearby, though its connection to the explosion is under investigation. The blast caused minor damage to the freight train line. Forensic teams are examining the scene for evidence.