Latest news with #Jitender
The Hindu
4 days ago
- The Hindu
TG half-yearly crime review meeting: DGP calls for tougher crackdown on gangs and drug offences
Telangana Director General of Police Jitender stressed the need for focused and sustained action against organised criminal gangs and drug-related offences across the State. Addressing the concluding session of the first half-yearly crime review meeting held at the DGP's office in Hyderabad on Thursday (August 7), he called on commissioners and superintendents of police to ramp up legal action and surveillance on gang activity in their respective jurisdictions. The meeting was coordinated by CID Additional DGP Charu Sinha and saw the participation of senior officers including TGPA Director Abhilasha Bisht, DG Prisons Soumya Mishra, and Additional DGPs Mahesh M. Bhagwat, V. V. Srinivasa Rao, Swati Lakra, Anil Kumar, Sanjay Kumar Jain, and Stephen Ravindra. Mr. Jitender pointed out that several gang-linked offenders have been serving prison sentences for more than two decades. He said strict provisions under existing laws give officers enough scope to take decisive action. He also directed the force to increase efforts to tackle drug supply networks and rising drug abuse, warning that the trend is endangering youth in the State. He instructed officers to trace the source of seized substances, which are frequently smuggled in from other States. EAGLE Director Sandeep Shandilya informed the gathering about recent arrests of Nigerian nationals involved in trafficking drugs. Drug Control Director Shahnawaz Qasim urged district police units to cooperate closely with drug control authorities, particularly in tackling counterfeit medicines. CID DIG Narayana Naik gave an overview of the new legal provisions. Legal Advisor Ajay Kumar flagged common investigation gaps. TGPA Director Abhilasha Bisht spoke about ongoing police training efforts. Director of Prosecution Sambasiva Reddy addressed legal strategies for handling organised crime. Women and Child Welfare Secretary Anita Ramachandran highlighted the role of Mission Vatsalya and Mission Shakti. Kripala Singh from Gandhi Medical College shared forensic inputs relevant to criminal investigation. Rakesh, Superintendent of Osmania Hospital, explained medico-legal and post-mortem documentation procedures. Former public prosecutor Ramulu presented a legal overview of gang-related cases. DG Prisons Soumya Mishra discussed issues concerning prisoner escorts and security. Additional DGP V. V. Srinivasa Rao reviewed the State's use of the CCTNS system and surveillance camera coverage. Additional DGP (Law & Order) Mahesh M. Bhagwat recommended focused enforcement against gangs such as Cheddi, Bhaveria, and Pardi. He also advised using the PD Act in cases involving fake seeds. Senior officials including Rachakonda Commissioner Sudheer Babu, Cyberabad Commissioner Avinash Mohanty, Multi-Zone IGPs Chandrasekhar Reddy and Tafseer Iqbal, along with IGPs M. Ramesh, Ramesh Naidu, M. Srinivasulu, and all other commissioners and SPs also attended the review meet.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- The Hindu
NHRC seeks report on Teenmar Mallanna's remarks against Kavitha
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed Director General of Police (DGP) Jitender to submit an Action Taken Report (ATR) within four weeks in response to a complaint against MLC Chinthapandu Naveen, popularly known as Teenmar Mallanna, for allegedly making sexually derogatory remarks against MLC K. Kavitha. The complaint was lodged by advocate Karupothula Revanth of Mahabubabad and received by the Commission on July 14, and it was formally placed before the NHRC on Thursday. The complaint pertains to a public meeting held on July 14, where Mr. Mallanna was accused of using a misogynistic and abusive expression in Telugu, which the complainant described as amounting to verbal sexual harassment and public humiliation. Citing indignity to women, the complainant requested immediate intervention by the NHRC. Taking cognisance, the Commission directed that a copy of the complaint be sent to the DGP for necessary action. The ATR should be submitted in English within four weeks of the communication, NHRC said.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Hans India
DGP holds half-yearly crime review meet
Hyderabad: The Telangana State Director General of Police, Dr Jitender, appreciated the efforts of all officers in maintaining law and order during the first half of the year. The DGP held the first half-yearly crime review meeting at the DGP office on Wednesday. In the meeting, DGP directed all unit officers to take proactive steps to focus on economic offences organized crime, enhance visible policing, and ensure public safety. Special emphasis was laid on women and children's safety, and performance of She Teams, AHTUs and Bharosa centres. The meeting was conducted by CID under ADG Charu Sinha, and joined by ADG LO Mahesh Bhagwat, ADG Anil Kumar, IG P& L M. Ramesh, SPs across the state, MZ IG Chandrashekhar Reddy and range DIG Tafseer Iqbal, as well as Cyberabad CPs Avinash Mohanty and Rachakonda G Sudheer Babu. The last presentation for the day was made by TGCSB Director Shikha Goel. During the review, the DGP examined crime trends, law and order situations, progress in investigation of major cases, and enforcement actions related to bodily offences, property offences, and crimes against women and children, presented by ADG CID. The key focus areas included the performance of each districts in all crimes, crime rate analysis, enhancing conviction rates, timely filing of charge sheets, and strengthening inter-departmental coordination. The DGP emphasized upon the use of data driven policing for crime mapping and effective crime control. He called upon all field officers to improve accountability, transparency, and service delivery at the police station level, to foster greater trust between the police and the public.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Abandoned and abused: 15-year-old bonded labourer survives horrific ordeal in Haryana
Jind: A heart-wrenching incident has come to light in Haryana's Jind district, where a 15-year-old boy was allegedly held as a bonded labourer and subjected to brutal abuse by his employer for two consecutive months. The child was cutting fodder for cattle when his hand got caught in the sickle. Following this horrific accident, the owner abandoned the child in a dark, remote area 25-30 km from Jind city and fled. Somehow, the injured child reached Nuh, where a teacher saw him and rushed him to a local health centre and informed the police. On learning about the incident, officials from the Child Protection Commission reached the hospital to inquire about his condition. The child, a native of Bihar's Kishanganj region, had left his village about two months ago with a group to work in the paddy fields of Kithana village in Haryana's Kaithal district. During the journey, he got off the train at Bahadurgarh station, and while he was roaming around, the train left. A man approached him at the station and offered him a job for Rs 10,000 a month. Lured by the offer, the child went with the man on a motorcycle to an undisclosed location. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Woman sells ring given by ex, then jeweler tells her 'This can't be true' Daily Sport X Undo The accused made him work as a caretaker for his buffalo dairy and do other chores. Talking to TOI, the child's brother, Jitender, said they reported his missing brother to the Bahadurgarh police and also pasted missing posters at the station as well as in Jind and Kaithal, but there was no trace of him. "My brother roamed the streets with severed hands for two days without eating or drinking, but no one helped him even. Eventually, he reached a place in Nuh where a teacher, seeing his dire condition, informed the police. The police asked his whereabouts. After being informed by the police, we rushed to Rohtak and brought Shankar, where doctors immediately performed surgery and saved his life. Now doctors are claiming that he will undergo one more surgery, which is likely to happen on Thursday. We are not aware of the location where he was kept as a bonded labourer. Jind police also called me and claimed to resolve the issue soon," he added. He added, "My brother was subjected to terrible abuse. He was beaten and tortured, and even when he tried to escape, he was caught again and taken back by that cruel man. Despite everything, my brother's willpower kept him going. He deserves justice, and I demand strict action against the perpetrators," he alleged. Jitender added that a group of around 10 people visit Haryana's Kithana village located in Kaithal district to plant paddy crops every year. But such kind of cruelty is reported for the first time, and strict action must be taken, he added. MSID:: 123144999 413 |
Hindustan Times
30-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Despite ban, hazardous Chinese manjha sold openly in Gurugram mkts
Despite a government ban on the manufacture, storage, and sale of Chinese string (manjha) — synthetic, glass-coated kite-flying string—its illegal trade continues unabated in various parts of Gurugram, activists alleged. The dangerous string, made from non-biodegradable materials and coated with powdered glass or metal, is being openly sold in areas such as Sadar Bazar and Patel Road, putting lives at risk, they added. Posing serious threat to health, doctors at Civil Hospital Gurugram warned that manjha-related injuries are serious and often life-threatening. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo) The use of Chinese manjha is prohibited under various environmental and public safety laws, however enforcement on the ground remains weak, particularly around Independence Day, when the demand surges, activists claimed. Some reels are being sold for ₹300 or more, with traders continuing to procure stock from neighbouring cities like Delhi and Jaipur. Police confirmed that action is being taken. 'We arrested four people last month for selling banned manjha. Public awareness posters have been put up across market areas, and citizens are being encouraged to report any illegal sales,' said a Gurugram police spokesperson. Assistant commissioner of police (Sohna) Jitender, who also holds additional charge of Badshahpur, said that special joint teams with the civil administration have been formed to monitor markets. 'All police stations have been instructed to maintain strict surveillance, especially during peak kite-flying seasons. Though no new consignments have been caught recently, the demand indicates that illegal sale is likely,' he said. ACP (City) Vishnu Prasad and ACP (Old Gurugram) Manjeet also confirmed that enforcement drives are underway. 'We've received clear instructions to crack down on shops selling Chinese manjha. Shopkeepers are being warned, and awareness drives are underway to prevent further violations,' they said. Posing serious threat to health, doctors at Civil Hospital Gurugram warned that manjha-related injuries are serious and often life-threatening. 'The cuts can be deep and dangerously placed, especially for bikers and pedestrians. Victims often come in with slashed throats or limbs,' said a senior doctor, adding that full-face helmets and extra caution are essential. Animal welfare organisations have also voiced serious concerns. 'Birds suffer immensely during this season. The manjha gets entangled around their wings or necks, causing slow and painful deaths. This is not just illegal—it's inhumane,' said an activist.
