Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) [India], May 2 (ANI): A resident of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, identified as Pathan Khan, has been arrested by Rajasthan Intelligence for allegedly spying on behalf of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), according to an official release issued on Thursday.
Authorities revealed that Khan had visited Pakistan in 2013, during which time he came into contact with operatives from Pakistan’s intelligence agency. The accused had been detained nearly a month ago and was subjected to interrogation during this period. His formal arrest was made on May 1, 2025.
A case has been registered against Pathan Khan under the Official Secrets Act, 1923. Officials stated that during his time in Pakistan, Khan was enticed with financial incentives and received training in espionage techniques. Despite returning to India, he continued to travel to Pakistan and maintained contact with ISI operatives, allegedly sharing sensitive and classified information related to the Jaisalmer International Border.
The press note emphasized the ongoing threat posed by cross-border espionage, especially amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
Meanwhile, villagers residing near the international border in Rajasthan are preparing for all contingencies as diplomatic and military tensions rise. Residents of the border villages, known for their patriotism and resilience, expressed readiness to assist the Indian Army in any capacity.
Bunkers have been constructed to protect both civilians and military personnel in the event of an armed conflict, local sources reported. The visible presence of the Indian Army in the region underscores a constant state of vigilance and preparedness.
Local residents strongly condemned the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives. They voiced their support for decisive action by the Indian government and armed forces.
“It is absolutely necessary to respond to Pakistan. They keep provoking us, and what they did in Pahalgam—killing unarmed civilians—is unacceptable. The army must strike back,” said Arjun Singh, a local villager.
Singh, an elderly resident, recounted his experiences from the 1971 war, saying, “I was in Ramgarh when bombs were falling. Back then, we helped the army in every way possible. Today also, we are ready to assist, no matter the hardship.”
Simultaneously, Pakistan’s military continues to strengthen its posture along the borders with India. Reports indicate that the Pakistani Army has deployed air defense and artillery units at advanced positions. Additionally, the Pakistan Air Force is currently conducting three major military exercises—Fiza-e-Badr, Lalkar-e-Momin, and Zarb-e-Haidari—which involve all frontline combat aircraft, including F-16s, J-10s, and JF-17s.
On Tuesday, the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both India and Pakistan engaged in discussions via a military hotline. According to defense sources, India issued a stern warning to Pakistan regarding the unprovoked ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border.
The Indian Army has responded effectively to recent provocations by the Pakistan Army, particularly the small arms firing incidents that occurred on the night of April 27–28 in areas opposite Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara and Poonch districts.
Tensions have continued to escalate between the two nations in the aftermath of the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which left 26 people dead.
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