Defence Secretary meets PM Modi as forces stay on high alert

THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK

New Delhi, May 5: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his official residence on Monday.

This high-level meeting follows a series of interactions between PM Modi and top defence officials — the Air Chief Marshal met him on Sunday, while the Navy Chief had a meeting on Saturday.

According to media reports, Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari briefed the Prime Minister on the Indian Air Force’s combat readiness.

He reportedly conveyed that the force remains on high alert, with the defence network on the western front fully active. He also informed PM Modi that Rafale fighter jets are ready for any operational need.

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Terror Hideout Raided in Jammu & Kashmir

Meanwhile, security forces carried out a raid on a terrorist hideout in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, on Monday.

The operation, conducted in Marhote village of Surankote, led to the recovery of five IEDs, a wireless set, and some clothing items. Authorities believe this location has been used as a hideout by terrorists.

Following the seizure of explosives, security has been tightened at Srinagar Central Jail and Jammu’s Kot Bhalwal Jail — both housing several high-risk terror operatives. Officials suspect that some of these detainees may be involved in facilitating attacks from inside prison.