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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Tripura sets up Special Task Force to detect, deport illegal Bangladeshi, Myanmar immigrants
The Tripura government has formed a 15-member Special Task Force (STF) in West Tripura district to detect, identify and deport illegal immigrants from Bangladesh or Myanmar who have entered and settled in the district. 'In accordance for deportation of illegal Bangladeshi National/Rohingyas a district level Special Task Force (STF) with the following members of the district has been constituted for West Tripura District Police to detect, identify and deport illegal immigrants from Bangladesh/ Mayanmar settled or apprehended in the District,' reads a circular by Dr Kiran Kumar, Superintendent of Police of West Tripura district, on Friday evening. The notice came in response to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs' direction in May to all the states and Union Territories to verify the credentials of suspected illegal immigrants who are staying as Indian citizens and if they are found ineligible, they should be deported. As per the notification, the team members would capture biometrics and demographic details of those people if they are identified as Bangladeshi national or Rohingyas during inquiry, on the Ministry of Home Affairs' foreigners identification portal After the processes, they would be handed over to the officers of designated Border Security Force (BSF) to deport them to their native land.
The Print
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
SIT formed to detect illegal immigrants in West Tripura: Police
The 15-member SIT is headed by a senior deputy superintendent of police, while all the officers-in-charge (OCs) of police stations were also included in it. Tipra Motha Party (TMP) supremo Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma thanked the police for the move and asked the indigenous people to report any such illegal immigrant. Agartala, Jul 19 (PTI) The West Tripura district police has constituted a 15-member Special Task Force (STF) to detect, identify and deport immigrants from Bangladesh and Myanmar. 'For deportation of illegal Bangladesh nationals/Rohingyas, a district-level Special Task Force (STF) has been constituted for West Tripura district police to detect, identify and deport immigrants from Bangladesh/Myanmar settled or apprehended in the district,' Superintendent of Police (SP) Kiran Kumar said in an official order. 'If a person is identified as an illegal Bangladesh national or a Rohingya after inquiry, the respective team members shall immediately ensure the capture of their biometrics (fingerprint and facial photographs) and demographic details and upload those on the foreigners' identification portal,' it said. 'After capturing biometrics and demographic details, the illegal immigrants shall be handed over to the officers of BSF for deportation to their native land. The dy SP, DIB (District Intelligence Bureau) will ensure collection and compilation of weekly, fortnightly and monthly basis data in this regard for ready reference,' the recent order added. Debbarma claimed that the SIT was formed as a result of persistent pressure created on the BJP-led government by TMP, a constituent of the ruling coalition, to address the illegal immigration issue. 'Thank you Tripura Police for taking up this crucial issue. If we all continue to speak up together, things will happen on the ground. The genuine people of Tripura should report such activity,' he said in a social media post. PTI PS ACD This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
STF formed in West Tripura to identify, deport illegal immigrants
Agartala: In compliance with MHA directive to deal with illegal immigrants, West Tripura district police on Friday constituted a 15-member special task force (STF) to detect, identify and deport illegal immigrants from Bangladesh and Myanmar, reports Biswendu Bhattacharjee. Tripura shares an 856km-long international border with Bangladesh, making it a sensitive zone for cross-border movement. According to an order issued by Kiran Kumar, SP, West Tripura district, the STF will include officers-in-charge of all 15 police stations in the district. The team will be led by deputy SP Debasish Saha. The order states that the STF has been tasked with the identification and deportation of illegal Bangladeshi nationals and Rohingyas residing in or detained within the district.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Science
- Hans India
SKLTGHU honoured with Best University Award for promoting open-source GIS in education
Hyderabad: Sri Konda Laxman Telangana Horticultural University (SKLTGHU), Telangana, has been conferred the prestigious Best University Award by IIT Bombay as part of the National Geospatial Awards 2025 – Edition 02, recognizing the university's outstanding commitment to promoting Free and Open-Source Software for Education (FOSSEE-GIS). The award ceremony took place during the Open-Source GIS Day Celebrations at IIT Bombay, honoring institutions that have made significant contributions to geospatial science and education. Receiving the award on behalf of SKLTGHU was Vice Chancellor Dr. D. Raji Reddy, a climatologist, who highlighted the transformative role of Geographical Information System (GIS) mapping in the horticulture sector. He affirmed that the university is actively involved in mapping horticultural orchards across Telangana and envisions GIS as a vital tool to empower farmers and revolutionize agri-planning. The award was presented by Kiran Kumar, former Chairman of ISRO, who served as the Chief Guest at the function. The VC said that the recognition marks a milestone in SKLTGHU's efforts to bridge technology and agriculture through academic innovation and public outreach. Adding further pride to the university's accomplishments, Dr. K. Veeranjaneyulu, Consultant at SKLTGHU, was honored with the Excellence in Outreach Award for his unwavering dedication to the FOSSEE initiative and active role in expanding geospatial awareness among students and educators. The event was attended by key faculty members, including Dr. A. Bhagwan, Registrar, and other dignitaries. SKLTGHU also announced plans to organize a GIS Hackathon in the coming weeks to further strengthen student engagement and innovation in geospatial technology. This national recognition solidifies SKLTGHU's position as a pioneer in using open-source tools to transform education and agriculture through digital empowerment.
Hindustan Times
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
‘Hardliners are spoiling the image': Bengaluru man's X post on regional harmony sparks nationwide debate
As the debate over language and regional identity intensifies across India, particularly in the wake of recent tensions in Mumbai over the use of Marathi versus Hindi, a social media post by a Bengaluru-based user has struck a chord with many and sparked a larger conversation about inclusivity and unity in Indian cities. A man from Bengaluru said in an X post that people across the country are friendly in general but a few hardliners create a narrative. (Pixabay) Also Read - No NICE Road toll hike? Karnataka says company revised rates without approval Take a look at the post In a post that has now gone viral on X, user Kiran Kumar shared his personal experience of living and travelling across various states, highlighting the warmth and friendliness he encountered. 'I have had Marathi roommates. Very friendly & jovial people. I live in Bengaluru. Kannadigas are among the friendliest. I have travelled to every district of TN. People mostly accommodative. A small number of hardliners are spoiling the image of Maharashtra, Karnataka and TN,' he wrote. Kiran's post has triggered a wave of responses online, with many users agreeing that the majority of Indians continue to live peacefully despite the divisive rhetoric often seen in political or media narratives. 'Also, these bad fish are spoiling others too. Very unfortunate state of affairs we live in today. There is division everywhere, religion, caste, language, state. Funny thing is, those who fight in the name of religion sometimes come together in the name of language! Maybe that's what India is,' said one user. Another user pointed to the political undercurrent behind the growing polarisation. 'No doubt we are watching a frustrated lot of politicians desperately trying to divide us by language, caste, and religion to regain power. Ordinary citizens living in states other than that of their origin have no problems and are carrying on with our lives happily. We have to stand united against such attempts,' a user added. Also Read - Meter just for police? Bengaluru commuter slams new 'auto mafia tactics' in viral rant A third user added, 'In general, all are good and maintain cordial relationships irrespective of region, religion or language. But like weeds in cultivated fields, we have some bad elements whose sole agenda is to spread hate. Society should identify and reject them.' Many professionals also chimed in with first-hand accounts of living and working in culturally diverse environments, particularly in metro cities. 'So true. I work in a professional setup in Bengaluru where my team has people from all over India. Language difference has never been an issue. I've travelled for work to Tamil Nadu, Andhra, Telangana, Maharashtra, Gujarat, NCR—never faced language issues,' one user said. The viral post comes at a time when Maharashtra has witnessed a spate of violent incidents involving language-related tensions. Workers of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) were recently seen allegedly assaulting shopkeepers and threatening business owners in Mumbai for not speaking Marathi.
