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Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
2,780 freshly recruited constables pass out from Delhi Police Academy
New Delhi, A fresh batch of 2,780 constables, including 1,240 women, passed out from Delhi Police Academy on Tuesday, an official said. The graduating batch comprises individuals from varied academic backgrounds. Among the recruits are 296 postgraduates, including 71 MSc, eight MBA and 24 MCom holders. As many as 24 recruits have engineering degrees , three hold law degrees , and 137 are BEd qualified, bringing a rich academic diversity into the force, a statement from Delhi Police said. The constables underwent rigorous training on wide-ranging topics, designed to prepare them for the multifaceted challenges of 21st-century policing. The curriculum covered new criminal laws, constitutional studies, criminology, forensic science and cyber crime awareness, a senior police officer said. The trainees also received special instruction on countering cyber crimes, disaster management and economic offences. Physical training formed a vital component of their regimen, with emphasis on unarmed combat, self defense, commando tactics, and urban intervention techniques. Commando training included field craft, ambush tactics, building clearance drills and IED awareness. Special collaboration with the National Disaster Response Force ensured hands-on experience in disaster relief and rescue operations through mock drills. To enhance community policing and interpersonal communication, workshops were conducted by domain experts and non-governmental organisations focusing on soft skills, stress and anger management, and wildlife conservation. Sessions on fraud detection and digital forensics prepared them to tackle cyber and financial crimes effectively. All the recruits were trained in essential IT systems such as CCTNS , ICJS , and ICMS . They are also registered on the iGOT Karmayogi platform and have completed the mandatory online modules required by the Delhi Police. Special Commissioner of Police Nuzhat Hassan, who presided over the passing out event, congratulated the recruits and underscored the importance of ethical policing, discipline and service to the community. She urged the fresh constables to embrace the use of modern technology in their policing duties to effectively serve Delhi's diverse and dynamic population. Constable Diksha Choudhary was awarded the trophy for all-round best trainee, Constable Bhavna Rana topped indoor training, Constable Dheeraj Yadav led in outdoor performance, and Constable Sohit Kumar emerged the best in commando training. The best marching contingents were number 7 and number 22 , with their instructors head constable Ravita and assistant sub-inspector Surender honoured for their efforts. The welcome address was delivered by Joint Director of Delhi Police Academy, Asif Mohammad Ali, who acknowledged the contributions of the training staff and encouraged the recruits to serve with integrity and courage. The guest of honour Kaveri Tondon, director in-charge of Rashtriya Raksha University in Gujarat, lauded the comprehensive training imparted at the academy and emphasised the growing role of research and academic collaboration in modern policing. A total of 36 contingents marched during the parade. The full strength of batch number 124 consists of 4,088 recruit constables. Of these, 2,780 participated in the ceremonial parade at Jharoda Kalan on Tuesday, while the remaining recruits completed their swearing-in at Wazirabad on May 19.
India.com
07-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Praveen Sood Gets 1-Year Extension As CBI Chief Amid Stalemate Over Successor
The tenure of CBI Director Praveen Sood is extended for a period of one year beyond 24.05.2025. Sood, who took over as the CBI director on May 25, 2023, for a two-year term, is a 1986-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the Karnataka cadre. The tenure of CBI Director Praveen Soon extended for a period of one year beyond 24.05.2025. — ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2025 The decision to extend his tenure came days after a meeting of the selection committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The panel comprised Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday, according to media reports. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), based on the recommendations of the selection committee, approved Sood's extension for a period of one year beyond May 24. Earlier, Sood was working as Karnataka's director general of police (DGP). Later, he was named as the director of the CBI. Born in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district in 1964, Sood joined the IPS at the age of 22 years after completing his civil engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. He also holds a post-graduation degree from the Indian Institute of Management, Bengaluru, and the Maxwell School of Governance, Syracuse University, in New York. Sood, known for his hands-on approach, had supervised investigations of high-profile cases involving high-net-worth individuals and matters having interstate and international ramifications. The tech-savvy officer had worked for the strengthening of the CCTNS (Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems) and the ICJS (Interoperable Criminal Justice System) in Karnataka along with the judiciary.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Centre extends Praveen Sood's term as CBI Director by one year
NEW DELHI: The Centre extended the tenure of CBI Director Praveen Sood for another year on Wednesday, following a decision made in a meeting of the selection committee on took over as CBI Director on May 25, 2023, for a two-year term and is now set to continue in the role beyond May 24, 2025, following an extension was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) based on the recommendations of the selection committee, which was headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi Other members of the committee included Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Sood was serving as the Director General of Police (DGP) in Karnataka before being appointed as CBI Director. He is also a 1986-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the Karnataka was born in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district in 1964. He joined the IPS at the age of 22 after completing his civil engineering degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. He also holds postgraduate degrees from the Indian Institute of Management, Bengaluru, and the Maxwell School of Governance, Syracuse University in New has led investigations into several high-profile cases involving wealthy individuals and matters with interstate and international leadership has also been credited with strengthening the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems ( CCTNS ) and the Interoperable Criminal Justice System ( ICJS ) in Karnataka, in collaboration with the judiciary.
Hindustan Times
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
CBI director Praveen Sood gets one-year extension
Government on Wednesday extended the tenure of Central Bureau of India (CBI) director Praveen Sood for another year. Sood took over as the CBI director on May 25, 2023, for a two-year term, that will now continue until May 2026. Praveen Sood was born in 1964 in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh. (PTI) This extension comes after a meeting of the selection committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and comprising Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi was held on May 5. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), based on the recommendations of the selection committee, approved Praveen Sood's extension. Who is Praveen Sood Praveen Sood was born in 1964 in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra and studied civil engineering at IIT Delhi, , according to a PTI news agency report, which mentioned that he later did further studies at IIM Bengaluru and Maxwell School, USA. Sood joined the Indian Police Service (IPS) when he was just 22 years old. Before becoming CBI chief, Praveem Sood was the top police officer in Karnataka. He worked on many big cases. He also helped make police work better by using more technology. In Karnataka, he worked on digital systems like CCTNS and ICJS, which help track crime and share data with courts. CBI director Praveen Sood has received many awards during his police career for his work. He was given the Police Medal for Meritorious Service in 2002, and later received the President's Police Medal for Distinguished Service in 2011 — one of the highest honours for a police officer in India, as stated by PIB. In 1996, he won the Chief Minister's Gold Medal for excellent service. Praveen Sood was also praised for his use of technology. In 2011, he received the National e-Governance Gold Award for the most creative use of tech in traffic management. In 2006, he was honoured with the Prince Michael International Road Safety Award for his work in making roads safer and improving traffic systems.
NDTV
07-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
CBI Director Praveen Sood Gets One Year's Extension
New Delhi: The Centre on Wednesday extended the tenure of CBI Director Praveen Sood by one year. Mr Sood took over as the CBI director on May 25, 2023 for a two-year term. The decision to extend his tenure was taken in a meeting of the selection committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and comprising Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday, officials said. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), based on the recommendations of the selection committee, approved Sood's extension for a period of one year beyond May 24. Mr Sood is a 1986-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the Karnataka cadre. He was working as Karnataka's director general of police (DGP) when he was named as the director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Born in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district in 1964, Mr Sood joined the IPS at the age of 22 years after completing his civil engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. He also holds a post-graduation degree from the Indian Institute of Management, Bengaluru and the Maxwell School of Governance, Syracuse University in New York. Mr Sood, known for his hands-on approach, had supervised investigation of high profile cases involving high net-worth individuals and matters having inter-state and international ramifications. The tech-savvy officer had worked for the strengthening of the CCTNS (Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems) and the ICJS (Interoperable Criminal Justice System) in Karnataka along with the judiciary.
