STATE POLICE
Maha tables public security bill proposing up to 7-year jail term, power to seize assets
The Maharashtra government has proposed the Maharashtra Special Public Security Act, 2024, enabling the state to designate groups as illegal. The bill outlines penalties for involvement in unlawful activities and allows authorities to seize property. District Magistrates and Commissioners of Police have authority to take action.
Gangster Gopi, involved in Babbar Khalsa International militant's murder, now 'hiding' in California: Punjab Police
Punjab Police disclosed that gangster Gopi Nawanshahria, a key figure in the murder of former militant Rattandeep Singh, evaded authorities by fleeing to the United States using a counterfeit passport. An arrested BKI member, Simranjeet Bablu, was part of a module linked to terrorist activities. Investigations unveil a complex web of criminal conspiracies.
Bengal mob assault: Mamata Banerjee charges BJP, a section of media with maligning state
CM Mamata Banerjee, at Kolkata airport, charged BJP and TV channels with defaming West Bengal using an old Ariadha mob assault video amid by-elections. TMC's Jayant Singh, breaching a 2023 bond, was arrested with others. Police identified eight. Media manipulation and damage control claims surfaced following BJP defeats in Bengal.
MUDA Scam: Complaint filed against Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, nine others
A complaint has been filed against Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and officials for alleged forgery in MUDA plot transfers. Both sides present conflicting claims, with calls for impartial investigation. Stay updated on the latest developments.
Criminal law in concurrent list, state legislature competent to make amendments: Chidambaram
Criminal Law is a subject in the concurrent list of the Constitution and the state legislature is competent to make amendments, Chidambaram said. "I also welcome the appointment of Justice (retd) Mr K.Sathyanarayanan as the one-person Committee. I request the Committee to hold consultations with all stakeholders, including judges, lawyers, police, law teachers, scholars and human rights activists," he said.
Criminal law in concurrent list, state legislature competent to make amendments: P Chidambaram
Congress leader P Chidambaram praised Tamil Nadu's move to appoint a committee for state-specific amendments to new criminal laws. He emphasised that criminal law falls under concurrent jurisdiction, allowing state legislatures to make changes aligned with modern criminal justice principles. He welcomed Justice (retd) K.Sathyanarayanan's appointment to lead the committee and urged consultations with various stakeholders. Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin initiated the process for state-specific amendments by forming a one-man committee led by Justice M Sathyanarayanan to study and propose changes to the laws within a month.
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West Bengal: Police file FIRs against CPI-M's Mohammed Salim & BJP's Amit Malviya for circulating Chopra public flogging
FIRs filed against CPI-M state secretary and BJP state co-observer for circulating video of public flogging incident in West Bengal. Governor seeks report on police inaction. BJP alleges woman was coerced to file FIR. CPI-M leader denies allegations. Trinamool leader already arrested in the case.
AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami tells DMK regime to give 'free hand' to police
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami criticized Chief Minister M K Stalin for the handling of law and order in Tamil Nadu, emphasizing the need for full freedom for the police department. He questioned the efficiency of simply transferring officials after Chennai police commissioner was replaced. Palaniswami blamed the current administration for the rise in crimes and called for more autonomy for police to maintain law and order effectively.
Man planning 'lone-wolf' attacks on security forces helped kin of slain SIMI activists: MP ATS
Faizan Sheikh, a 34-year-old mechanic, was arrested by the Madhya Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) for allegedly planning lone-wolf attacks on security forces. Sheikh, influenced by the Indian Mujahideen (IM) and Islamic State (IS), was helping families of eight SIMI activists killed in a 2016 police encounter. ATS Inspector General Ashish stated that Sheikh conducted reconnaissance for attacks and was highly radicalized. The ATS recovered weapons, mobile phones, and extremist literature from him. Sheikh has been charged under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and was allegedly in touch with gunrunners and SIMI operatives.
BSP leader murder: Supporters stage protest, demand CBI probe, eights suspects held over killing
Several suspects have been detained in connection with the murder of BSP state president K Armstrong, but doubts persist among political leaders and supporters regarding their involvement. Armstrong was brutally killed by a gang near his home in Perambur, prompting calls for a CBI investigation from his supporters who allege a planned murder and intelligence failure. Chief Minister M K Stalin expressed shock and ordered swift police action, but opposition leaders criticized the DMK government for failing to maintain law and order, highlighting ongoing concerns about violence under its tenure.
Mayawati calls BSP Tamil Nadu chief murder 'brutal', appeals for peace
BSP chief Mayawati condemned Tamil Nadu leader K Armstrong's murder by a gang near his Perambur house, urging immediate action. She will visit Chennai on Sunday. CM Stalin was shocked, ordered a swift investigation, and reported arrests of eight suspects. Both leaders posted condolences on X. Mayawati plans to meet Armstrong's grieving family.
Delhi Police books TMC MP Mahua Moitra for 'crude' social media remark on NCW chief
Delhi Police has filed an FIR against Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha MP Mahua Moitra for her "derogatory" social media post regarding Rekha Sharma, the chief of the National Commission for Women. The post was in response to a video showing Sharma arriving at the site of a stampede incident in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh.
Hathras stampede: UP govt hiding its failure by making minor arrests, says Akhilesh Yadav
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the Uttar Pradesh government for attempting to evade responsibility for the Hathras stampede, which claimed 121 lives, by making minor arrests. Yadav accused the government of not learning from administrative failures and emphasized the need for a judicial inquiry into the arrests, labeling them as a conspiracy. He highlighted the plight of the attendees, mostly poor and marginalized, blaming the BJP government for neglecting their welfare and demanding accountability for the tragic incident.
BSP leader's killing: Party supremo Mayawati to visit Chennai tomorrow; appeals for peace
BSP Tamil Nadu head K Armstrong was murdered near Perambur residence. Mayawati will visit Chennai, urging action. Chennai police arrested eight suspects; CM MK Stalin conveyed condolences, ordered expedited probe. BSP workers gathered at Rajiv Gandhi Hospital mortuary, staged road roko and sit-in protests on Poonamallee High Road, demanding CBI probe.
Rahul Gandhi "deeply shocked" at BSP leader's "abhorrent" killing, confident TN govt "will ensure culprits brought to justice"
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi expressed deep shock over the brutal killing of K Armstrong, the Tamil Nadu Chief of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), near his residence in Chennai. He extended heartfelt condolences to Armstrong's family, friends, and followers, emphasizing that Tamil Nadu Congress leaders are in close contact with the state government to ensure swift justice for the culprits. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin also condemned the assassination, assuring expedited police action to bring the perpetrators to justice. BSP Chief Mayawati strongly condemned the killing, urging the state government to swiftly punish those responsible.
NCW initiates legal action against Mahua Moitra for her remarks against Rekha Sharma
NCW takes legal action against MP Mahua Moitra for comments against chairperson Rekha Sharma. Moitra challenges Delhi Police's response. NCW urges Lok Sabha Speaker to intervene. NCW demands FIR against Moitra under Section 79 of the law.
Maldives arrests two serving ministers for performing alleged black magic on President Muizzu: Reports
Media reported that after Muizzu assumed office as the President in November last year, Shamnaz was appointed as a state minister first at Muliaage, the official residence of the president and then transferred to the Environment Ministry.
Stop bulldozing poor peoples' livelihood, says West Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari
Two days after the chief minister reprimanded civic authorities and raised questions on the attitude of the authorities in addressing civic problems and encroachments on state government’s lands, Police and civic authorities started pulling down roadside alleged encroachments, temporary shops, selling food and bulldozing roadside stalls. “The Chief Minister conducted two meetings where she spoke about stopping encroachments of government lands. Banerjee said police, state minister Sujit Bose, Gautam Deb, Haldia Development Authority-all are thieves,” Adhikari said.
Gunmen kill 20 at worship sites in Russia's Dagestan
Gunmen launched attacks at a synagogue, an Orthodox church, and a police post in Russia's Dagestan region, killing an Orthodox priest, multiple police officers, and civilians. The governor of Dagestan called it a "day of tragedy," with over 20 killed in what is believed to be a terrorist attack. Five gunmen were shot and killed. Days of mourning have been declared, and flags are at half-staff. The attackers' identities and motives are under investigation.
Manipur: 55 sensitive zones identified in the state
Union home minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting last Monday to review the security situation in Manipur and sought to increase the strategic deployment of central forces to restore peace in the state. Meanwhile, rearrangement of security forces is being opposed in some places. The Hill Tribal Council in a statement said the proposal to deploy BSF at the Tengnoupal district should be condemned and withdrawn immediately for the sake of peace and harmony in the area.
Shooting at grocery store in Arkansas kills 3 and wounds 10 others, police say
The wounded included two law enforcement officers who exchanged fire with and shot the suspect, state police said. The shooting occurred about 11:30 a.m. at the Mad Butcher grocery store in Fordyce, a city of about 3,200 people located 65 miles (104 kilometers) south of Little Rock.
Himachal Pradesh CM raises upper age limit for police constable recruitment to 26
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu approved one-year age limit relaxation for 1226 Constable recruitment. State Cabinet meeting chaired by Sukhu granted the relaxation.
Mumbai: IAS officers' daughter jumps to death from high-rise building near Mantralaya
Lipi Rastogi, a 27-year-old law student and daughter of senior IAS officers, died after jumping from a high-rise in Mumbai. She was reportedly anxious about her exams. A note found in her room stated that no one should be blamed for her death. The police have registered an ADR and are investigating the case. This incident recalls a similar tragedy involving another IAS officer's family in 2017.
Sri Lanka police arrests wanted handler of 4 ISIS suspects detained in India
The arrested individual suspected of handling four Sri Lankans linked to ISIS, detained at Ahmedabad airport, was identified as Gerard Pushparaja Osman. Sri Lankan Police offered a cash award of Rs. 2 million for information on his whereabouts. Security forces suspect Osman, aged 46, facilitated the individuals' activities.
Rajkot fire: FIRs against owners of 18 illegal game zones in Gujarat
Gujarat Police have launched a crackdown on 18 illegal game zones following the Rajkot fire tragedy. Gujarat Minister of State for Home, Harsh Sanghavi, instructed police commissioners and superintendents to register FIRs against the managements of these facilities. In Rajkot city, eight game zones were sealed and cases against their owners were registered for operating without permission.
Fire tragedy: One more partner of Rajkot game zone arrested
Another associate of the Rajkot-based TRP game zone, where a tragic fire claimed the lives of 27 individuals last week, has been apprehended by the Gujarat police, as per an official announcement on Tuesday. Dhaval Thakkar, the owner of Dhaval Corporation, which operated the TRP game zone in collaboration with five partners from Raceway Enterprises, was arrested in Abu Road, Rajasthan, disclosed Banaskantha Superintendent of Police Akshayraj Makwana.
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.
BJP worker killed, 7 others injured in clash with BJD supporters
A clash between supporters of Odisha's ruling BJD and BJP in Ganjam district resulted in one BJP worker's death and seven injuries. The confrontation erupted over campaign posters, with both sides reportedly wielding sharp weapons. BJP workers vandalized vehicles, demanding the arrest of the BJD candidate. Authorities deploy police to restore peace
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