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Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
RO-ARO exam: Over 65K appear at 139 centres in Kanpur
Times News Network Kanpur: More than 65,000 candidates took the RO-ARO exam at 139 centres in the city after undergoing a stringent three-round security check on Sunday. Police Commissioner Akhil Kumar personally oversaw the security arrangements and inspected over half a dozen examination centres. Each candidate underwent thorough security checks, including biometric verification, document inspection, and physical frisking. The centres were equipped with CCTV cameras for continuous surveillance. Teams of invigilators and security personnel maintained strict vigilance throughout the examination duration. Local police stations deployed additional forces around the centres to manage traffic and prevent any disruptions. The Police Commissioner visited several centres and interacted with centre superintendents and security officials to assess the safety protocols. The local administration arranged adequate facilities for drinking water and medical assistance at all the centres. Vehicle movement was also effectively managed around the centres. The examination concluded peacefully in the evening, with candidates expressing satisfaction over the arrangements. A huge rush was witnessed at Kanpur Central and various bus stations, including Jhakarkati in the city.
The Hindu
23-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Female trainee constables protest at U.P.'s Gorakhpur centre over basic amenities, abusive language, cameras
Fresh batch of women constable recruits at Gorakhpur's 26 Battalion Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) campus of U.P. Police on Wednesday (July 23, 2025) protested and raised slogans alleging lack of basic facilities like drinking water, electricity, abusive language of trainers and even claimed that they were being forced to bathe in the open and cameras in bathroom corridors. In the viral videos, which were shared widely the new recruits could be heard saying, 'If they (authorities) could not make arrangements, why were we called here, there was shortage of everything from electricity to drinking water, our privacy was compromised, there were of lack of private bathing areas,". Another recruit added, "one Reverse Osmosis (RO) set was given for around 600 students, for 30 girls four fans were functional, even the fans were not in proper working condition,". Some protesting recruits question the high number of appointed women called at once for training while a few claimed presences of CCTV cameras in bathroom corridors, terming it as a breach of privacy. While administrative officers dispersed the protestors who were blocking the road and directed them back inside the centre, the recruits protested outside the administrative building, demanding addressing of their basic demands. Amid the protest senior officials including senior PAC officer Akhil Kumar and district police officials rushed to the spot and initiated an inquiry. "Officials took serious note of the issues raised by the women recruits of 26 Battalion PAC, Gorakhpur and a detailed inquiry was initiated. It was found that due to a 'technical fault' electricity shortage happened which led to a temporary water scarcity, the issue has been promptly resolved. Following the preliminary enquiry, Physical Training Instructor (PTI), who used abusive language with women recruits was suspended. The claim of camera in bathroom is completely wrong, the U.P. police give highest priority to women security and respect," reads an official statement issued by Additional Director General (ADG) PAC, Uttar Pradesh. Opposition parties hit out at the State government over the mismanagement accusation adding for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) women worship is only a slogan. "Unfortunate news is coming from Gorakhpur about the mismanagement of the training centre for women police recruits. There is no electricity, no water, no dignified bathroom. When this is the condition of the main city then what can one say about the rest. Women worship is a slogan of the BJP," wrote the Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav, on X. The 26th Battalion PAC centre, which serves as a police training school, recently seen induction of 598 women constable recruits from various districts of Uttar Pradesh as part of the 2023 batch.
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Time of India
Day after factory blast, injured worker dies
1 2 3 Bokaro: Akhil Kumar, one of the two workers at an ingot manufacturing plant in Balidih industrial area who sustained burn injuries on Sunday, died in Bokaro General Hospital on Monday. "The family of the deceased was provided a compensation of Rs 15 lakh and immediate assistance of Rs 50,000 for conducting his last rites," deputy commissioner Ajay Nath Jha said. He was a resident of Petarwar block in the district. Molten iron from the blast furnace hit Akhil Kumar and Lakhan Tudu after an explosion at the factory of Shivpriya Ispat Udyog in the early hours of Sunday. The injured workers were admitted to BGH. Another 15 workers escaped injuries by a whisker.
Time of India
28-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
MPs battle Army in Sindoor Cup today
1 2 Kanpur: Member of Parliament XI will face Army XI in the "Sindoor cup Cricket match" under floodlights at the historic Green park stadium on Sunday evening. The match will be broadcast live in 36 countries by DD. On the eve of the match, Ramesh Awasthi MP, Akhil Kumar police commissioner, and Brig. Sabrul Hasan unveiled the glittering trophy, embedded with a replica of the Brahmos missile, at Green park. Organisers have distributed around 20 thousand free passes, with entry to the stadium to open at 3 p.m. Cultural programmes are set to begin at 4 p.m. with a performance by renowned singer Swati Mishra. Subsequently, poetess Kavita Tiwari and Kanhaiya Mittal will perform. Ramesh Awasthi stated that after the first inning, the Army band will present patriotic songs. The toss is scheduled for 6.15 p.m., with the match starting at 6.30 p.m. Defence state minister Sanjay Seth will inaugurate the match. Manoj Tiwari will captain MP XI, while Brig. Sabrul Hassan will lead Army XI. The event is dedicated to the valour and bravery of the Army. Ramesh Awasthi mentioned that cricketer yusuf Pathan TMC MP was considered for inclusion, but due to commitments in Abudhabi he could not take part. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Преносим лазерен заваръчен пистолет, 50% отстъпка днес HL Купете сега Undo Major General Sunil Saran, known as Bullet Catcher, will also participate from Army XI. He is renowned for his exceptional service, having been injured in several major Army operations, including the Mumbai terror attack. The encounter will take place on pitch number 6, with DD providing live coverage using eight high-tech cameras. UPCA has arranged BCCI panel umpires and scorers for the match. The tentative teams are as follows – MP XI: Manoj Tiwari (MP – captain North East Delhi), Ramesh Awasthi (MP), Vijay Dubey (MP Kushi Ngr), Devesh Shakya (MP Etah), Prashant Y Padole (MP- Bhandara Gondia), Manoj Rajoria (former MP Karauli Dhaulpur), Subrat Pathak (former MP Kannauj), Somendra tomar (state minister UP), Danish Ansari (state minister Muslim Waqf), PN Pathak (MLA kushi nagar), Abhijeet Sanga (MLA Bithor), Punit Sharma (MCD chairman), Nishikant Dubey (MP Jharkhand) Army XI: Brig. Shabrul Hasan (Knp), Brig Nawab Khan (Prayagraj), Colonel Sunil Nandal CO Rajputana rifles (Knp), Navneet Sahgal (chairman Prasar Bharti), Akhil Kumar (Police commissioner Knp), Abhishek Kumar (Jt Co cant board Knp), Sudhir Kumar (Municipal comm. Knp), Ashutosh Kumar (Chief transport manager Knp), Qasim Abidi (Dy Com of Police (offences)), Rajesh K Singh ADM (City), Gaurang Rathi (DM Unnao), Manish Nigam additional Dy Comm police, Samual Paul (MD Kesco) MSID:: 122132436 413 |
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Time of India
Kanpur police to use Google maps to monitor offenders
Kanpur: The Kanpur Commissionerate Police are initiating a surveillance system using Google Maps to monitor criminal activities. The system requires synchronisation of mobile numbers of repeat offenders. Due to the absence of legal frameworks, the authorities will seek voluntary participation from offenders through a consent form. The tracking will be facilitated through Google Maps once the numbers are registered. Police Commissioner Akhil Kumar introduced the initiative as 'Divya-Drishti', set to commence as a pilot project in Kanpur. "It will be launched within the next ten days. If successful and yielding good results, it will be fully implemented in the Commissionerate," said the CP. The programme primarily targets habitual offenders on parole or those who returned to mainstream society. The authorities will implement a straightforward process of obtaining consent and registration details, as there are no legal provisions for phone monitoring. Offenders will be required to enable location sharing with the police through Google. The authorities anticipate cooperation, particularly from reformed individuals. Police stations and personnel are receiving necessary training for this operation. According to the CP, offender locations will be displayed on police station monitors. "The operation will be staffed with an inspector, a Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems (CCTNS) operator, and a constable. The stations will receive computing equipment, and a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) will be linked to Gmail account of the station in-charge. The system includes provisions for video communications with offenders when required," said the CP further. This system eliminates the need for physical verification visits, said the official further, adding, "Each station will initially register approximately 50 offenders, focusing on urban areas exclusively for now." The CP indicated future plans to implement wearable tracking devices, similar to international practices. "The authorities are assessing device costs and considering CSR funding options if expenses are substantial," he said.
