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Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
‘Yudh Nasheya Virudh': DIG Bhullar rallies public support against drugs
1 2 3 Mohali: As part of the ongoing anti-drug campaign 'Yudh Nasheya Virudh', Ropar Range DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar called upon citizens to actively support de-addiction and rehabilitation efforts to safeguard Punjab's youth from the grip of drugs. Addressing a public gathering at Gharuan on Friday, DIG Bhullar asserted, "No one will be allowed to destroy the future of Punjab's youth. We are committed to chief minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and DGP Gaurav Yadav's vision of a drug-free Punjab." He shared that over 23,000 arrests were made in the last 145 days under the campaign and stressed the need for public involvement to rebuild the confidence of drug-affected families. He urged people to refer such individuals to OOAT clinics and de-addiction centres, assuring full support from local SHOs. Senior superintendent of police (SSP) Harmandeep Singh Hans, also present at the gathering, urged the community to make full use of the Safe Punjab Anti-Drug Helpline – 97791-00200 (WhatsApp-based chatbot) to report drug trafficking or seek help for drug-dependent individuals. He assured that the identity of the informants would be kept strictly confidential. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thousands in Wales Upgrading Homes for Free Wales Heating Grants Apply Now Undo SSP Hans also noted that the ongoing 'Nasha Mukti Yatras' played a key role in mobilising public support, with thousands taking pledges to neither use nor facilitate the use of drugs. Highlighting the success of ongoing Nasha Mukti Yatras, he appealed to Panchayats and residents to partner with police in this mission. Retired Wing Commander J S Minhas from Chandigarh University pledged campus-level awareness and action against drug abuse. The event saw participation from panchayat members and officials from Gharuan, Kurali, Kharar, Balongi, and Landran, including SPs Manpreet Singh and Mohit Aggarwal, DSP Karan Singh Sandhu, Prof Gurbakshish Singh Antal, and the local SHO.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
STF nabs man with 8 pistols, Sikligar arms smuggling racket busted in Rudrapur
Dehradun: Eight semi-automatic pistols meant to be sold during panchayat elections were recovered from a man in Rudrapur on Wednesday night, exposing for the first time the alleged involvement of the Sikligar community from Madhya Pradesh in illegal arms trafficking in Uttarakhand. Khajan Singh, 24, a resident of Rudrapur in Udham Singh Nagar district. He was arrested by the special task force (STF) of Uttarakhand police from Rudrapur bus station following a tip-off, SSP (STF) Navneet Singh Bhullar said. "He was accompanied by three other acquaintances in a car. They dropped him at the bus station and sped away, followed by an ongoing investigation to nab them too. After nabbing Singh, police frisked his bag and recovered eight semi-automatic pistols from his possession," Bhullar said. Singh was then taken into custody. During interrogation, he told police he had travelled to Burhanpur in Madhya Pradesh on July 20 to procure the weapons from a Sikligar village and intended to sell them in Uttarakhand during the ongoing local body elections. He returned to Rudrapur on the night between Wednesday and Thursday. He revealed that he bought the pistols from Sartaz Singh, a notorious arms smuggler belonging to the Sikligar community in MP and admitted to sourcing weapons from him on earlier occasions too. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Singh, who had previously been lodged in jail for loot and arms smuggling cases, said he planned to sell the pistols for Rs 60,000 to Rs 1.5 lakh each. STF officials said Singh's statement pointed to a deeper supply chain of locally made firearms feeding into electoral violence. "A probe is on to find out about his customers and nab his associates involved in the crime," Bhullar said. The Sikligars, who are found among both Hindu and Sikh communities, were historically gunsmiths in Guru Gobind Singh's army. After the colonial-era ban on arms-making, many families from the community — particularly those in Burhanpur, Dhar and Khargone — are suspected to have continued the trade clandestinely. In recent years, several police operations in MP have uncovered large caches of locally fabricated pistols, Mausers and revolvers made using truck springs, bicycle frames and scrap iron in makeshift furnaces. An investigation on the same by the MP police also revealed that they were supplying illegal arms to at least 19 states. The weapons are often trafficked across state borders to Punjab, Delhi, UP, Rajasthan and Uttarakhand through a network of carriers and buyers. In one such case, Punjab police busted a similar module in Khargone linked to radical outfits and gangs. Officers added that Singh's case was a direct example of how these low-cost weapons — some of which take up to 10 days to manufacture — enter electoral hotspots and fuel local crime. The demand around elections allows smugglers to push prices from Rs 1,000–2,000 for crude pistols to as high as Rs 1.5 lakh for improved semi-automatic models
United News of India
18-07-2025
- United News of India
Golden Temple threat email: Suspect detained from Faridabad
Amritsar, July 18 (UNI) Acting on a recent series of threat emails targeting the Golden Temple, Amritsar Police have intensified security arrangements around the revered Sikh shrine. Enhanced deployments, in coordination with the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), have been made both within and around the complex, with DCP-level officers monitoring the situation on the ground. Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar, in a press briefing, confirmed that cyber investigations are underway in collaboration with state cyber crime units and central agencies. The probe has also extended to multiple states, including Tamil Nadu, where similar emails were reportedly received. Authorities are currently exploring potential connections with fringe political elements from the region. As part of the investigation, a man identified as Subham Dubey was detained from Faridabad. Police say he is a graduate who has worked with various firms. His electronic devices, including a laptop and phone, have been seized for forensic examination. However, officials clarified that he has not been formally charged and is being questioned based on technical leads. Commissioner Bhullar further stated that VPNs and advanced technology were used to mask the origin of the emails, indicating a deliberate attempt to mislead investigators. Despite the challenges, police remain confident about a breakthrough soon. The police reassured devotees that there is no cause for panic and that all security protocols are being implemented respectfully, in line with religious decorum. Authorities have contacted cybersecurity experts and international service providers to trace digital footprints. While the investigation is still ongoing, officials stressed that significant progress has been made. 'With Guru Maharaj's blessings, all devotees are safe. We are hopeful of achieving a full breakthrough very soon,' said Bhullar. UNI NB AAB
India.com
14-07-2025
- India.com
Amritsar: Golden Temple Receives Bomb Threat, Police Launches Investigation
The Golden Temple in Punjab's Amritsar received a bomb threat on Monday, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) said in a police complaint. Amritsar Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said that the police received a complaint regarding an email threatening a blast in the Golden Temple. "We received a complaint from the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) authorities that they have received an email threatening a blast in the Golden are taking the help of the state cybercrime and other agencies," the Police Commissioner told ANI. He added that the police will crack the case and ensure security. Commissioner Bhullar said, "We are hopeful that we will crack the case soon. We are taking this case very seriously. We are ensuring foolproof security. There is no need to get panicked." The police have registered an FIR in the matter and launched an investigation. According to Amritsar police, bomb disposal squads (BDS), SGPC force and additional security forces have been deployed around the premises. Authorities have assured the public that all necessary precautions are being taken to ensure safety and security. Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said that the police have appealed to the public to remain calm and report any suspicious activity immediately. Further details are awaited.
NDTV
14-07-2025
- NDTV
Punjab's Golden Temple Receives Bomb Threat, Police Launches Investigation
Amritsar: The Golden Temple in Punjab's Amritsar received a bomb threat on Monday, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) said in a police complaint. Amritsar Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said that the police received a complaint regarding an email threatening a blast in the Golden Temple. "We received a complaint from the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) authorities that they have received an email threatening a blast in the Golden are taking the help of the state cybercrime and other agencies," the Police Commissioner told ANI. He added that the police will crack the case and ensure security. Commissioner Bhullar said, "We are hopeful that we will crack the case soon. We are taking this case very seriously. We are ensuring foolproof security. There is no need to get panicked." The police have registered an FIR in the matter and launched an investigation. According to Amritsar police, bomb disposal squads (BDS), SGPC force and additional security forces have been deployed around the premises. Authorities have assured the public that all necessary precautions are being taken to ensure safety and security. Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said that the police have appealed to the public to remain calm and report any suspicious activity immediately Further details are awaited.
