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Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Haryana DGP reviews emergency response vehicle operations, asks officers to improve response time
1 2 Chandigarh: Haryana director general of police (DGP) Shatrujeet Kapur convened a meeting with senior officers to review the functioning and performance of emergency response vehicles (ERVs), aiming to improve their efficiency. On the occasion, the DGP said providing quick, reliable, and high-quality service to the public during emergencies is the police's top priority, and ERVs must be continuously strengthened to achieve this goal. During the meeting, the DGP said that ERVs are the face of the police's first response, and to maintain public trust, their services must be fast, accurate, and sensitive. He directed the officers present to continuously improve ERV efficiency by reducing response time, providing regular staff training, and strengthening technical monitoring. He further clarified that each vehicle is monitored 24/7 by police headquarters, and no negligence or indiscipline will be tolerated. The meeting also discussed in detail the performance parameters set for ERV personnel. Reviewing the average response time of ERVs across districts, the DGP instructed officers concerned to prepare concrete and time-bound action plans to further reduce it. He stressed that delayed ERV responses not only affect the image of the police but also hinder timely assistance to victims. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 11 Foods That Help In Healing Knee Pain Naturally Undo Performance Analysis through Data and Dashboard During the meeting, representatives of the Haryana 112 team gave a detailed presentation on dashboard and data analysis systems. They explained how each ERV's location, speed, response time, and call handling are tracked in real time. Based on this data, the efficiency of each vehicle is assessed and areas needing improvement are identified. The presentation also mentioned that a special training programme on the 'Audit Module of ERV' has been organised for ERV nodal officers and ERSS staff in each district. The training includes live demonstrations of the module, its standard operating procedures (SOPs), and first-aid guidelines. MSID:: 123302412 413 | Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Happy Independence Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
10-08-2025
- General
- Time of India
Govt plans to expand emergency response vehicle fleet
1 2 Bhubaneswar: The govt has decided to substantially expand its fleet of emergency response vehicles (ERVs) and increase manpower to optimise the operation of the dial-112 system across the state. The dial-112 system, part of the Emergency Response Support System (ERSS), was introduced by the Centre in 2019 following the Nirbhaya case in Delhi. This initiative aims to ensure a swift police response, particularly for women in emergencies. The state govt launched its ERSS on March 19, 2021, consolidating multiple emergency numbers — police (100), fire (101), ambulance (108 and 102), and the women and child helpline (181) — into a single, unified platform. Under the new plan, the number of ERVs dispatched to assist people in distress across the state will be increased from 187 to 645. "While the ERSS was previously rolled out for district headquarters only, the govt now plans to expand the emergency network to all districts, enabling citizens in urban and rural areas to benefit," DGP Y B Khurania said. Police officials said that expanding the fleet will significantly improve response times and service quality. The presence of additional vehicles will also broaden operational coverage during emergencies, ensuring a rapid and coordinated response to distress calls. The state currently has 645 territorial police stations, and the existing 187 ERVs are insufficient to cover the entire state comprehensively. "Initially approved for two years (2019–2020 to 2020–2021), the ERSS scheme was extended for a second phase of four years (2021–22 to 2024–25). Recently, the state cabinet further extended the scheme for five years, from 2025–26 to 2029–30, with a total budget of Rs 2,260.89 crore to ensure uninterrupted and efficient emergency response services," DGP Khurania said. The govt has also sanctioned the creation of 4,195 new positions across various ranks, while eliminating vacant redundant posts, to ensure the full-fledged implementation of the scheme. Assistant sub-inspectors (ASIs) will be deployed in the ERVs, replacing the initial plan to engage retired police personnel. "To bolster disaster resilience and ensure continuous public service, there is a plan to set up a mirror emergency response centre (MERC) in Sambalpur, complementing the existing state emergency response centre (SERS) in Bhubaneswar," the DGP said. According to a recent govt order, the home department has been tasked with developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) to monitor and evaluate the performance of ERVs. Additionally, efforts will be made to reduce emergency response times. "A third-party audit and impact assessment will be conducted to ensure optimal resource utilisation. To prevent duplication, any similar vehicle-hiring schemes under women's safety initiatives will be integrated with the ERSS," the order stated. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Local Italy
26-06-2025
- Business
- Local Italy
What are your responsibilities as a foreign resident in Italy?
Becoming a resident of Italy has certain advantages - especially for non-EU citizens, who are otherwise subject to strict limits on how long they can spend in the country. But it also carries with it some important responsibilities that you'll need to keep on top of if you want to stay out of trouble. Pay taxes We'll start with the big one. If you live in Italy for more than 183 days a year, you will most likely have to pay taxes here. Even if you earn your money from abroad or work for a foreign employer, you will have to file an annual tax declaration in Italy, which involves declaring all of your worldwide income. If you're an employee for an Italian company, income taxes will automatically be taken out of your salary, but you must still file a yearly tax return. In this, you'll have to declare any extra worldwide income from savings and investments, renting out your property, capital gains, or extra projects you've worked on. Italy has dual taxation agreements with most countries, including the UK and the US, meaning that if you have already paid tax on your income in another country, you won't be taxed on it again – but you'll still have to tell the Italian taxman about it. Renew your residency If you're from a non-EU country, you'll have to renew your residency before it expires to legally continue living in Italy. Most residency permits will only give you the right to one or two years' residency at a time, so you'll have to apply to renew your permesso and prove that you still meet the conditions to live in the country. To renew your permit, you will most likely need to fill out a form at the post office, then attend at least one appointment at the immigration office of your nearest police headquarters (Questura). In recent years, international residents have faced severe delays in renewing their permits, so it's a good idea to start the process as early as possible. Once you have lived in Italy for a total of five continuous years, you can apply for permanent (or long-term) residency – though you'll need to meet certain language and minimum income requirements. Receiving the status of permanent resident means you won't need to keep renewing your residency anymore and can stay indefinitely in the country. This status can be revoked, however, if you spend more than 12 consecutive months outside the EU, or stay outside Italy for more than six consecutive years. EU citizens must get a certificato di residenza (residency certificate) after three months of living in Italy, but do not have to keep renewing it. Maintain your healthcare coverage As a foreign resident in Italy, you'll need to ensure you have adequate healthcare coverage - either by taking out a private insurance policy or registering with the national health service (Servizio Sanitario Nazionale, or SSN). Some foreign residents iscrizione obbligatoria). But others - such as pensioners on ERVs, diplomatic staff of foreign governments and volunteer workers - can only access the SSN on an opt-in basis by paying a minimum annual fee of €2,000 (reduced rates are offered to students and au pairs). In both cases, your registration is generally valid for the same length of time as your residency permit, and you'll need to visit your local health authority to renew your tessera sanitaria (health card) when it expires. Find out more about registering with Italy's SSN here. If you want to drive in Italy as a foreigner, you'll only be able to use your non-EU driver's license (along with an international driving permit) for the first 12 months after officially becoming resident. After that, you'll need to get an Italian license to continue driving legally (EU licenses are exempted from this requirement). If your country has a reciprocal agreement in place with Italy, you'll be able to convert your foreign-issued license into an Italian one. But if it doesn't, you'll need to pass an Italian driving test, including a written theory test and a practical exam. There's no way to sit this exam in any language other than Italian, so you'll want to start brushing up on your language skills sooner rather than later. Some of the laws in Italy may be very different from what you might be used to in other countries, so it's important to learn what they are to avoid being fined or worse. Some actions that may seem innocent and harmless to you could in fact be illegal here, such as such as going wild camping or taking home sand from a beach in Sardinia. Laws also change from city to city. For example, in Venice you can't ride or even walk a bike through the historic centre, or walk around in swimwear.
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Time of India
Haryana liquor vend auctions under criminal cloud, police to up vigil
Chandigarh: Taking note of gangsters and small-time criminals firing gunshots to intimdate people participating in the auction of liquor vends, Haryana Police have announced that they would enhance the deployment of emergency response vehicles (ERVs), which are units that respond to emergency calls made to the police control room. Police have also that they have identified 4,900 notorious elements, including persons with a criminal history, to be put under direct surveillance to check their movement and activities to prevent crimes and anti-social activities. All this came to light during a meeting chaired by Haryana director general of police (DGP) Shatrujeet Kapoor with senior officials on Sunday evening. During the meeting, he issued directions to officers to enhance the operational efficiency of ERVs. He said ERVs were the "face" of Haryana Police, and their primary responsibility was to respond promptly and act effectively upon receiving information about any incident. It was informed in the meeting that approximately 4,000 police personnel are deployed with ERVs in the state. The DGP said a technical audit of ERV operations was necessary and suggested that technical support could be sought from the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC). He instructed senior officers to regularly inspect ERVs and assess key metrics such as response time, time of arrival at the incident spot, and the subsequent action taken. The DGP issued clear instructions that strict legal action must be taken under a policy of zero tolerance against offenders. "Anyone exploiting the public, issuing threats, or engaging in illegal extortion must face stringent legal consequences," the DGP said in the meeting. Top excise officer names 4 districts Haryana commissioner and secretary (excise and taxation) Ashima Brar also participated in the meeting chaired by DGP Shatrujeet Kapoor on Sunday. She mentioned that liquor vend auctions will be conducted over the next month, and heightened vigilance was needed in four districts—Bhiwani, Hisar, Rohtak, and Yamunanagar. To ensure fearless participation by contractors in the auction, DGP Kapoor directed all district police chiefs to build a sense of trust among vendors and conduct regular blockades and intensive surveillance drives. He instructed coordination with the excise department to develop an effective plan and to keep a close watch on miscreants throughout the auction process, which will continue until June 30.
Hindustan Times
02-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Haryana DGP gives directions to make Emergency Response Vehicles functioning more effective
Chandigarh, Haryana's Director General of Police Shatrujeet Kapur held a meeting with senior officials and issued directions to enhance the operational efficiency of Emergency Response Vehicles . He said that the ERV represents the 'face' of Haryana Police. Its primary responsibility is to respond promptly and act effectively upon receiving information about any incident. An official statement issued here said that during the meeting officials informed that approximately 4,000 police personnel are deployed on ERVs across the state. DGP Kapur directed that superintendents of police should ensure an audit of ERV operations so that existing gaps in the system can be addressed and accountability of concerned police personnel can be fixed. He emphasised that a technical audit of ERV operations is necessary and suggested that technical support may be sought from the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing . He also instructed senior officers to regularly inspect ERVs and assess key metrics such as response time, time of arrival at the incident spot and the subsequent action taken. The DGP stressed that incidents of criminals escaping due to communication gaps must not occur. He said upon receiving the receipt of information at the control room, the concerned officer must immediately prepare a sealing plan and share it with local police stations and interstate check posts. The quicker this action, the higher the chances of apprehending the accused, he added. According to the statement, Haryana Police has prepared a list of approximately 4,900 active notorious elements in the state and Kapur instructed officials to take strict legal action under a policy of zero tolerance against such offenders. Anyone exploiting the public, issuing threats, or engaging in illegal extortion must face stringent legal consequences, he said. The DGP appreciated the drug de-addiction model implemented in Hisar Range and instructed that similar models be replicated in other districts. A dedicated officer should be appointed in each district to form a team of five to six members. The team should conduct a door-to-door surveys to identify persons affected by substance abuse and motivate them toward treatment and rehabilitation, he said. He affirmed that Haryana Police remains fully committed to maintaining law and order in the state and ensuring the safety of its citizens. Whether it's the deployment of ERVs, strategic planning of control rooms, or execution of drug de-addiction campaigns the state's police is diligently and efficiently discharging its responsibilities in public interest, he said.
