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The Print
24-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
India entering new era of justice with scientific evidence and forensic expertise: MoS Home Affairs
The minister said the Government of India is fully committed to establishing modern forensic laboratories in every district. He was addressing the directors of central and state forensic science laboratories and other stakeholders at the valedictory session of the two-day meet here. Chandigarh, May 24 (PTI) Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar Saturday said that with the introduction of three new criminal laws, India is entering a new era of justice where scientific evidence and forensic expertise are pivotal to ensuring transparency, speed, and accuracy in investigations. 'Under the recently approved National Forensic Infrastructure Scheme (NAFIS), an amount of Rs 2,254.40 crore will be invested to build and upgrade forensic facilities, train personnel, enhance research, and develop indigenous technology to make India self-reliant in forensic science. 'We aim to ensure mandatory forensic investigation in all crimes involving punishment of more than seven years, and align the criminal justice system with technology-driven evidence collection and analysis,' he said. The two-day national meet concluded at the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) here. The national meet focused on aligning forensic services with the country's newly enacted criminal laws to build a justice system that is fast, transparent, and rooted in scientific evidence, said an official statement. Organised under the theme 'Strengthening Forensic Science Services as per the New Criminal Laws', the event brought together the CFSL and state FSL directors, senior officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs and experts from law enforcement and academia. The event was attended by the directors of CFSLs and state FSLs from across the country, as well as key officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs and law enforcement agencies. The meet aimed to strengthen the forensic ecosystem to support the implementation of the new criminal laws – the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. The minister said the four pillars of this transformation will be infrastructure development, skilled human resources, technological upgradation (AI, machine learning, national data networks) and standardisation through SOPs and integration with systems like ICGS and CCTNS. In his inaugural address, Dr SK Jain, director and chief forensic scientist, the Directorate of Forensic Science Services (DFSS), Ministry of Home Affairs, emphasised the transformative role of forensic science in the context of the new criminal codes. Director, CFSL Chandigarh, Dr Sukhminder Kaur, emphasised the importance of collaboration and innovation, noting that forensic science is the backbone of modern criminal investigation. Chandigarh has emerged as a national model in implementing the new criminal laws. On December 3, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated the three new criminal laws to the nation from Chandigarh. PTI CHS MNK MNK This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Time of India
Barkatullah students protest VC's prolonged ‘absence' from campus
Bhopal: Barkatullah University (BU) faces fresh controversy as organised an unusual demonstration by affixing "missing person" posters of vice-chancellor SK Jain throughout the campus. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to NSUI, vice-chancellor Jain was absent since the first week of May. Ashish Sharma, NSUI's university in-charge, said that while main examinations continued and admissions commenced statewide, BU's portal allegedly remained non-functional due to the vice-chancellor's 'unavailability'. Besides, exam paper evaluation remained pending, and administrative tasks, including payments, ceased, he alleged. NSUI announced a Rs 1,100 'reward' for locating vice-chancellor Jain. He further said the failure of the VC to resume duties within three days would result in filing a missing person's report at a police station. NSUI alleged that crucial tasks, including private college inspections and affiliations, were delayed, as the acting vice-chancellor 'lacked decision-making authority'. The demonstration brought attention to concerns regarding the university administration's functionality. VC Jain did not respond to calls or texts sent to him on the issue. Bhopal: Barkatullah University (BU) faces fresh controversy as NSUI organised an unusual demonstration by affixing "missing person" posters of vice-chancellor SK Jain throughout the campus. According to NSUI, vice-chancellor Jain was absent since the first week of May. Ashish Sharma, NSUI's university in-charge, said that while main examinations continued and admissions commenced statewide, BU's portal allegedly remained non-functional due to the vice-chancellor's 'unavailability'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Besides, exam paper evaluation remained pending, and administrative tasks, including payments, ceased, he alleged. NSUI announced a Rs 1,100 'reward' for locating vice-chancellor Jain. He further said the failure of the VC to resume duties within three days would result in filing a missing person's report at a police station. NSUI alleged that crucial tasks, including private college inspections and affiliations, were delayed, as the acting vice-chancellor 'lacked decision-making authority'. The demonstration brought attention to concerns regarding the university administration's functionality. VC Jain did not respond to calls or texts sent to him on the issue.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Noida traders cut off ties with Turkey and Azerbaijan
Noida: Entrepreneurs and traders in the city have announced a "complete boycott" of business and travel ties with Turkey and Azerbaijan over their support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. The traders, while accusing the two countries of "betrayal", went as far as to take a collective "oath" against visiting them. At a meeting held on Saturday (May 17), Noida Entrepreneurs Association (NEA), representing over 3,500 industries in Gautam Budh Nagar, unanimously decided to "end all business relations with immediate effect". Delhi-NCR convenor of Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) SK Jain, who also heads the Sector 18 Market Association, called on the govt to suspend imports from the two nations, asserting that this is "not just an economic decision, but a patriotic stand." India maintains a trade surplus with Turkey, exporting mineral fuels, pharmaceuticals, machinery, auto parts and cotton, while importing marble, apples, gold and chemicals. NEA VP Sudhir Srivastava confirmed the suspension of business activities. NEA president Vipin Malhan said, "Turkey's backing of a nation that harbours terrorism shows where its loyalties lie."
India Gazette
16-05-2025
- India Gazette
Delhi Police detain 13 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, 5 minors included
New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Delhi Police's Crime Branch has detained 13 Bangladeshi nationals, including five children, for allegedly residing in India without valid documentation. The individuals were apprehended from village Auchandi in the national capital. According to DCP Crime, Aditya Gautam, 'The detained individuals entered India through unfenced agricultural fields along the India-Bangladesh border and later reached Delhi via Cooch Behar railway station. They reportedly worked as casual labourers in a brick kiln in Kharkhoda, Haryana.' The detained individuals include Md. Rafikul (50), Khoteza Begum (41), Md. Anowar Hussain (37), Md. Aminul Islam (28), Zorina Begum (27), Afroza Khatun (25), Md. Khakhon (20), Hasna (19), and five children. The Delhi Police's Crime Branch has initiated the process for their deportation. The agency is working to identify and apprehend the agent, Zalil Ahmad, who allegedly helped them cross the border. Meanwhile, in a major crackdown against illegal immigration, Delhi Police deported nearly 125 illegal Bangladeshis from south and southeast Delhi in last six months, Joint Commissioner of Police, Southern range, SK Jain said on May 5. Joint CP SK Jain said that they also deported around 100 illegal immigrants from other countries. 'I am happy to tell you that in last six months, Southern range, covering south and southeast districts, have arrested and deported about 125 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants and around 100 illegal immigrants of other countries have also been deported,' he said. Given the threat to national security because of illegal immigrants, SK Jain said that they were found to be involved in many criminal cases. 'These infiltrators threaten national security. Their role has been found in many criminal cases. From the security point of view, this campaign has been launched in Delhi to take the strictest action against illegal immigrants,' he said. He added that the Delhi Police have also taken action against people sheltering these 'infiltrators.' 'Along with these infiltrators, legal action is also being taken against those who shelter them and make their documents,' SK Jain said. (ANI)
