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New Indian Express
11-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Chhattisgarh to form special task forces in every district to identify Bangladeshi infiltrators and illegal immigrants
RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh will intensify surveillance and take action against Bangladeshi infiltrators and immigrants residing illegally in the state. As part of a special campaign, a directive from the state Home Minister Vijay Sharma, who is also the Deputy Chief Minister, mandates the formation of a special task force in every district of the state. 'This campaign is crucial from a national security perspective, as these infiltrators could pose serious challenges. There will also be action against those who engage in producing forged documents for illegal immigrants," said Sharma. The state police headquarters (PHQ) has issued instructions to all district superintendents of police to form special task forces to intensify the identification of Bangladeshi infiltrators and illegal immigrants, take necessary action, and deport them.
Indian Express
11-05-2025
- Indian Express
Two arrested after Jharkhand man lynched for ‘sexually harassing' woman
A 24-year-old man was allegedly lynched by a mob on suspicion of sexually harassing a woman in Paik Narayanpur village of Bokaro district Thursday. The police have confirmed two arrests so far. Abdul Kalam, a daily-wage construction worker employed at a site about 4 km from Paik Narayanpur, was allegedly attacked by a group of around 15-20 people following allegations that he had harassed a woman. Both the man and the woman are from the same area, according to sources. Kalam's cousin, Mohammed Iqbal, said he was the sole caregiver for his mother, a woman with physical disabilities. 'He was working to support his mother, who is fully dependent on him. Despite the viral video clearly showing more than 15 people, the police have arrested only two. That too, under public pressure,' Iqbal said. Another local resident, Mohammad Jalaluddin, said Kalam was tied up and beaten unconscious after the woman's accusation. 'He was left lying in the sun. It was only after the incident was reported to the local police station that he was rushed to the hospital. However, he died before reaching the facility,' Jalaluddin said. The video, which has since gone viral, shows a mob purportedly hitting Kalam with sticks and kicking him while forcing him to confess. In the footage, Kalam is seen begging for water. The video has not been independently verified by The Indian Express and is yet to be set for a forensic analysis, as is mandated by Supreme Court guidelines. Bokaro Superintendent of Police Manoj Swargiary confirmed the arrests and said further action would be taken in line with directions from the Police Headquarters (PHQ). 'The man was wrong. People alleged that he harassed a woman. There is no need to send the video to the FSL (Forensic Science Laboratory), as we are identifying the suspects using the video itself,' he said. When asked whether a nodal officer, as mandated by the Supreme Court in mob lynching cases, had been appointed, Swargiary said that all procedures were being followed 'legally under PHQ (police headquarters) guidance'. Shubham Tigga hails from Chhattisgarh and studied journalism at the Asian College of Journalism. He previously reported in Chhattisgarh on Indigenous issues and is deeply interested in covering socio-political, human rights, and environmental issues in mainland and NE India. Presently based in Pune, he reports on civil aviation, other transport sectors, urban mobility, the gig economy, commercial matters, and workers' unions. You can reach out to him on LinkedIn ... Read More
India.com
09-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Bangladesh shaking with fear after India's strong action against Pakistan, Yunus govt orders on Hindus for...
Bangladesh shaking with fear after India's strong action against Pakistan, Yunus govt orders on Hindus for... India successfully thwarted Pakistani drone and missile attacks that attempted to target several military bases, including Jammu and Pathankot, on Thursday night. The Indian Armed Forces also foiled a similar bid at 15 places in the northern and western regions last night as tensions further escalated between the two countries following Operation Sindoor. The effect of India's tough stand and action against Pakistan is now visible in Bangladesh as well. The situation has become such that the local police have had to issue a separate alert for the safety of the Hindu community. There is a fear that the anger of India-Pakistan tension may fall on Bangladeshi Hindus. To avoid any riot, Bangladesh Police Headquarters (PHQ) has issued a letter on Wednesday directing police units to ensure the safety of minorities. Strict Instructions Issued From Police HQ As per the letter issued by the Bangladesh Police Headquarters, all the police units have been directed to give priority to the security of minority community specially Hindus. The instruction has been issued by the Operations Branch, signed by Additional DIG Shahzada Mohammad Asaduzzaman on behalf of the Inspector General of Police. Keeping An Eye On Border Areas And Social Media Authorities have instructed law enforcement to heighten security in border regions to prevent any potential incitement of violence or unrest targeting Hindus. This increased vigilance includes strict monitoring of mobile communications, internet activity, and social media to counter the spread of misinformation and hate speech that could destabilise the nation. Vigilance To Prevent Riots All police units have been directed to strictly prevent any kind of sabotage, provocative statements or attempts to incite communal tension in the country. Stringent action will be taken against any sort of conspiracy. The Bangladesh government has clarified that it doesn't want the law and order and the Hindu community to suffer the consequences of the tension between India and Pakistan. To preserve national peace and harmony, Bangladesh is taking preventive measures. Given the heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, the government is acting proactively to mitigate the risk of communal violence, a recurring problem in the country's history.
NDTV
09-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
All Police Leaves Cancelled In Madhya Pradesh Amid India-Pakistan Tensions
Bhopal: Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor, the Madhya Pradesh government has cancelled all leaves of police personnel across the state. A notification issued by the Madhya Pradesh Police Headquarters (PHQ) on Friday morning stated: 'All leaves for police personnel in the state have been cancelled.' The PHQ has also alerted all district Superintendents of Police (SPs), instructing them to ensure readiness for any emergency situation. Director General of Police Kailash Makwana is scheduled to hold a video conference with all SPs later on Friday to review internal security and establish specific guidelines. District-level patrolling has been intensified, and police personnel have been directed to conduct awareness drives in villages. Cyber police are actively monitoring online platforms to curb misinformation and false narratives. In Indore, the district administration has imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) to maintain law and order. Indore Police Commissioner Santosh Kumar Singh has prohibited all public gatherings -- including religious, political, and social events -- without prior permission from the competent authority. Possession of arms, ammunition, or explosive materials is banned in public and private spaces, including during events such as processions, protests, religious ceremonies, and weddings. The order also forbids keeping any item that may pose a threat to public safety. Violators will face action under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The prohibitory order will remain in effect until July 4. Following a mock drill on Wednesday, the police are fully prepared in Madhya Pradesh for any eventuality. Leaves of police personnel have also been cancelled in other states, including Punjab and Haryana. Border states have been specifically asked to be on heightened alert given the escalating tension with Pakistan.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Nagaland Police inks MoU with SBI to give financial services
1 2 Dimapur: The Nagaland police department on Saturday signed a memorandum of understanding ( MoU ) with the State Bank of India (SBI) for police salary package account (PSPA) and to provide better financial services and welfare to serving police personnel. The MoU was signed by Nagaland DGP Rupin Sharma and general manager, SBI, NW-II Guwahati circle, Dhruba Charan Bal at a ceremony organised at the PHQ conference hall in Kohima in the presence of senior officers of both Nagaland Police and State Bank of India, a release said. Under the agreement, the SBI will offer financial package to Nagaland police personnel. These include upgraded insurance benefits of Rs 1 crore for personal accidental cover, upgraded air accidental cover up to Rs 2 crore, permanent total disability cover up to Rs 1 crore and permanent partial disability cover up to Rs 80 lakh. "The key highlight of the PSPA is the provision of Rs 10 lakh natural death cover for personnel dying in harness," the release read. It said the SBI will also provide family savings accounts for up to four family members with zero balance facility and accident cover up to Rs 5 lakh per family account holder. "Once the package comes into effect, around 20,000 police personnel whose bank accounts are with SBI will get the benefit of the package," DGP Sharma said.
