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Three suspected JeM terrorists killed in gunfight with security forces in J&K's Doda
Three terrorists, suspected to be affiliated with the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) outfit, were killed in a gunfight that lasted over six hours in a forest area in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district. The incident occurred amid an intensified cordon-and-search operation launched by the police, Army, and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) following twin terrorist attacks in the hill district on June 11 and 12. Security forces intensified their anti-terrorist operations and announced a cash reward of Rs 5 lakh each on information about four Pakistani terrorists believed to have infiltrated the district.
J&K: DGP talks tough on terror, warns locals supporting terrorism
In response to four terror attacks in four days, Jammu and Kashmir's Director General of Police, R R Swain, accused Pakistan of attempting to disrupt peace through mercenaries. He emphasized that Indian forces are resolute in providing a strong counter-response. Swain warned local collaborators of severe consequences, highlighting that they risk their families, land, and jobs unlike Pakistani terrorists who have nothing to lose.
Government dismisses CRPF DIG Khajan Singh on sexual misconduct charges
The Union government dismissed CRPF DIG Khajan Singh from service over sexual misconduct charges filed by female personnel. The dismissal order, effective from May 31, followed two show-cause notices, approved by the home ministry and UPSC. Singh denied the allegations, but the CRPF probe found him guilty.
Pakistan: Policeman caught selling stolen motorcycles, sting operation reveals
A shocking revelation emerged when a DSP at Karachi's AVLC was caught selling stolen motorcycles in a sting operation by ARY News.
Rajkot civic chief, police commissioner and two other IPS officers transferred
Gujarat's state government has transferred the city's police commissioner, two other IPS officers, and the civic chief following a fire that killed 27 people in a recreation centre in Rajkot. The transfer was without postings, and Brajesh Kumar Jha was appointed as the new police commissioner. Rajkot Municipal Commissioner and IAS officer Anand Patel was also transferred.
Senior IPS officers A Y V Krishna, N Venu Gopal appointed additional directors in CBI
IPS officers A Y V Krishna and N Venu Gopal appointed as additional directors in CBI. Krishna, from CRPF, and Venu Gopal have tenures up to 2028 and 2027, respectively. Orders specify their appointments.
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Udhampur: Anti-terror operation enters day 3, forces deploy unmanned aerial vehicle to track terrorists
Security forces are using an unmanned aerial vehicle to track down the terrorists, who are hiding, taking cover of thick vegetation.
15 women among 29 naxals killed in Chhattisgarh encounter, Says IG
29 Maoists killed in Chhattisgarh encounter, including 15 women. Large arms stash recovered. Ongoing autopsies confirmed. Joint BSF operation in Chhotabethiya area. Shankar and Lalita among deceased. State Congress raises doubts about innocent villagers' involvement.
BJP leader kidnapped, interference in polls by insurgents will not be tolerated: Arunachal Chief Electoral Officer
Arunachal Pradesh's Chief Electoral Officer, Pawan Kumar Sain, has vowed to prevent any interference in the poll process by underground elements. The statement follows the abduction of a BJP leader by insurgents in Longding district and the alleged use of underground elements by a poll contestant in the same district. The northeastern state is set to hold elections for the parliamentary and 60-member assembly on April 19.
10 Naxalites including woman killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur: IG Bastar
In Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, security forces engaged in an encounter with Naxalites, resulting in the deaths of ten Naxals, including a female insurgent. The operation, conducted by DRG, CRPF, STF, and Cobra Jawans, recovered weapons from the slain insurgents.
Govt creates about 24K deputation reserve pool in central armed police forces, Assam Rifles
The Union government has sanctioned the creation of a 24,000-personnel deputation reserve within the existing manpower of the five central armed police forces and Assam Rifles. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) issued an order for the creation of a 23,958 'deputation reserve' in the CRPF, BSF, ITBP, CISF, SSB, and Assam Rifles. These forces are deployed for various internal security duties, including counter-terrorist operations, border guarding, elections, and maintaining law and order.
1 dead as 10 bomb, grenade attacks rock Balochistan ahead of general polls
The Pakistan Election Commission has reported on bomb and grenade attacks in Balochistan, which occurred a few days before the Pakistan general elections on February 8. At least ten attacks occurred in different areas of Balochistan in one day, resulting in the death of one man. The Balochistan government tightened security in all cities and towns across the province.
3 CRPF commandos killed, 15 injured in Naxal attack along Sukma-Bijapur border in Chhattisgarh
In a tragic incident along the Sukma-Bijapur border in Chhattisgarh, three CRPF commandos lost their lives, and 15 others sustained injuries during a clash with Naxals. The exchange of fire occurred during a joint security operation near Tekalgudem village. Earlier, a tragedy was averted when security forces discovered and defused two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Dantewada. The 5kg and 3kg IEDs were strategically placed on dirt tracks to target patrolling security personnel.
Delhi Police and CRPF marching contingents awarded top honors in Republic Day parade 2024
Delhi Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) triumphed as the best marching contingents in the Republic Day parade of 2024. The Delhi Police received the 'Best Marching Contingent' trophy in the 'Judges Choice category,' while the CRPF claimed the top spot in the 'Popular Choice category.' The awards, presented by MoS Defence Ajay Bhatt, recognized the exceptional performances during the Republic Day Parade on January 30, 2024. The Delhi Police contingents, featuring an all-women pipe band, made history, and the CRPF showcased its prowess with 100 women personnel. A trophy presentation ceremony is scheduled to honor these achievements.
R-Day: CRPF officer who lost legs in anti-Naxal operation awarded Shaurya Chakra
Bibhor Singh was named for the decoration by the defence ministry in a statement issued on Thursday, a day before the commando-trained officer turns 33. The assistant commandant-rank officer of the 205th CoBRA battalion, who had joined the CRPF in May 2017, suffered grievous injuries in an improvised explosive device blast on February 25, 2022, while his patrol was out in the Chakrabandha forest area in the Gaya and Aurangabad districts of Bihar.
Senior IPS officers Sumedha, Gagandeep Singla among seven new DIGs in CBI
Gagandeep Singla, a 2010-batch IPS officer of Rajasthan cadre, has been named as the DIG for five years, with effect from January 12, 2024 and up to January 11, 2029, another order said. He was in November last year named as the Superintendent of Police in the federal probe agency. Sumedha, a 2005-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of Himachal Pradesh cadre, has been appointed as the DIG in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for five years, a Personnel Ministry order said.
Ahead of Ram Mandir consecration, Uttar Pradesh pulls out all stops, posts officials, sets up control centres for temple opening
The idol of Lord Ram will be consecrated in Ayodhya on January 22 during the Pran Pratishtha ceremony. The event is organized by the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra, with the Uttar Pradesh's Yogi Adityanath government also playing a crucial role. Yogi Adityanath has a deep connection with the Ram Janmbhoomi movement, as his predecessors at the Gorakhnath Math were part of it. The temple construction has been a long-standing promise of the ruling BJP, and with the 2024 general elections approaching, the event holds significant political importance.
Will intensify anti-terror ops in Kashmir if required: IG CRPF
Inspector General of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Ajay Kumar Yadav on Tuesday said the current situation in Kashmir Valley is peaceful and if need be, his force will intensify anti-terror operations. In an exclusive interview with PTI video, Yadav said the overall situation is under control.
Will take firm action against people spreading terror narratives: J-K Police
Jammu and Kashmir's Inspector General of Police, Kashmir V K Birdi, has announced that police will take action against individuals who spread a terror narrative and disturb peace on social media. The IG was briefed on the security situation in Ganderbal district and issued directives for impartial and stern action against law violators.
J&K police announces Rs 10 lakh reward for tip-off in recent targeted attacks in Kashmir
The Jammu and Kashmir police Director General R R Swain has offered a Rs 10 lakh reward for information on recent targeted attacks. Swain, who assumed office on October 31, vowed to combat militant networks' resilience, citing their substantial investments. He called these attacks "beyond the red line" and emphasized professional investigations.
Manipur violence: Timely deployment of Central Security Forces could contain the situation, says Governor
Akhilesh Prasad Singh, newly appointed Inspector General, CRPF, Manipur and Nagaland Sector met Governor of Manipur at Raj Bhavan on Thursday.
CRPF personnel deployed in large numbers to secure Amarnath Yatra: DIG Avasthy
There is an increase in the (number of) forces in view of the yatra, and more focus is given," Deputy Inspector General of CRPF Alok Avasthy said. Avasthy said the CRPF was using with modern gadgets and weapons to maintain a hawk-like vigil on its area of operation in south Kashmir.
Sporadic violence in Manipur and Meghalaya
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired two video conference meetings with Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh and other state government officials to review the security situation in the state, which has been witnessing unprecedented violence.
Home Minister Amit Shah reviews Manipur situation, more forces, anti-riot vehicles sent to state
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday reviewed the situation in Manipur with Chief Minister N Biren Singh and top officials, even as the Centre dispatched additional security forces and anti-riot vehicles to maintain peace there, sources said.
CRPF to release admit cards for ASI Steno and HC Ministerial examinations
CRPF is going to release admit cards for the ASI Steno and HC Ministerial exams on February 15, 2023. The admit cards will be available at the official website of CRPF.
Four Maoists killed in encounter with police in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur
The gunfight took place at around 7.30 am in forest near Pomra village under Mirtur police station limits when joint teams of security forces were out on an anti-Maoist operation, Inspector General of Police (Bastar Range) Sundarraj P said.
Chhattisgarh: Deputy commandant among 4 CRPF men injured in IED blast
The incident occurred around 3 pm on the Murkinar road under the Modakpal police station area when a team of CRPF's 153rd battalion was out on an area domination operation, Inspector General of Police (Bastar range) Sundarraj P told PTI.
Jawan who killed 4 colleagues in Chhattisgarh suffered from emotional stress: CRPF
The accused, constable Reetesh Ranjan, was "overpowered" by fellow troopers at Lingalapalli camp in Sukma district of south Bastar region soon after the shootout. As per preliminary information, Ranjan fired at his colleagues with his service weapon, an AK-47 rifle.
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