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New Indian Express
6 days ago
- New Indian Express
Kavin 'honor killing' case: CB-CID makes third arrest
TIRUNELVELI: CB-CID sleuths reportedly arrested S Surjith's cousin Jayapal in connection with the suspected honour killing of Dalit IT worker Kavin Selvaganesh on Wednesday. After Surjith and his father, Saravanan, a Sub-Inspector, this is the third arrest made in the case. Sources said that Jayapal was arrested based on information given by Surjith during the two-day inquiry. 'The inquiry revealed that Surjith received the help of Jayapal to escape from the police after he allegedly hacked Kavin to death on July 27,' sources claimed. CB-CID sleuths had taken Surjith and his father, Saravanan, into two-day custody on Monday evening after producing them before the Tirunelveli special court for SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act cases. The sleuths from Chennai, Madurai, and Thoothukudi conducted an inquiry with the duo. The CB-CID officials also reportedly conducted an inquiry with Surjith's mother, S Krishnakumari, a Sub-Inspector in the Tamil Nadu Special Police battalion who was named in the FIR, and S Subashini, who was the girlfriend of Kavin
Time of India
05-08-2025
- Time of India
TSP constable found ‘smuggling' phone to Tihar inmate, probe on
New Delhi: A departmental inquiry has been initiated after a constable from the Tamil Nadu Special Police (TSP) Force was found allegedly involved in smuggling a mobile phone to a high-risk inmate lodged in Tihar Jail. According to sources, the incident came to light last week following a surprise inspection conducted at Central Jail No. 3, a high-security wing that houses several notorious criminals, including gangsters. During the check, jail authorities recovered a mobile phone from one of the inmates. Upon examining the device, investigators from the Tihar Jail intelligence unit discovered suspicious chat records and call logs. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi "A scan of the phone's data revealed that one of the numbers frequently contacted belonged to the TSP constable. This immediately raised red flags, prompting further investigation into the constable's activities within the jail premises," said a source. Sources familiar with the investigation said that the constable, who was on duty inside the high-security zone, had access to high-security wards and may have used his position to smuggle in unauthorised items, including mobile phones. Following the discovery, the intelligence team set up by the jail authorities carried out a targeted search of the constable's barrack. During the raid, another mobile phone was found hidden among his belongings. Preliminary findings suggested that it was also intended to be handed over to another inmate within the prison complex. "There is a possibility that he was not able to hand over the second phone because his duty point was changed a few days ago," said the source. Both the phones have been sent for forensic examination to retrieve any deleted data, call history and messages. Authorities are investigating whether the constable acted alone or was part of a larger network facilitating smuggling of illegal items into the jail. Sources said strict action will be taken based on the findings of the departmental inquiry. The jail authorities have also informed the TSP commandant about the incident. In 2003, a TSP constable was caught with a 50-gram packet of charas at Tihar Jail. He was later remanded in 14-day judicial custody. Tamil Nadu Special Police Force personnel — responsible for managing external security, including patrolling and conducting searches — have been deployed in Tihar Jail since the early 1980s to help curb corruption and strengthen security. A key reason for their deployment in a north Indian prison was the language barrier — since they primarily speak their native language, it was believed it would reduce the likelihood of collusion with inmates and staff, making them less susceptible to local influences.
The Hindu
29-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Head constable goes the extra mile
A young recruit at the Tamil Nadu Special Police battalion, K. Madhan Kumar first donated blood when he was in his early 20s. A colleague's relative was in need of blood and Madhan volunteered. 'When I returned to resume my work I was told to take two days' rest on account of the blood donation. It surprised me because we rarely get to go home otherwise,' recalls Madhan. Since then Madhan, who is currently posted as head constable at Shastri Nagar police station in Adyar, has made blood donation a habit. 'My dad, who was also an active donor, encouraged me to donate blood for the benefit of individuals who are in utmost need of it,' says Madhan, adding that he resumes work immediately after donating blood. Over the last five to six years, in addition to blood donation, Madhan has been donating plasma and platelets. He has made these donations 92 times, with blood donation accounting for 60 of them. Voluntary Health Services in Taramani is where he has donated platelets the maximum number of times to help children undergoing treatment for cancer. As admin of seven police groups, Madhan plays a crucial role in verifying and circulating messages on 'blood needed' among his circles. 'I have a simple form that I ask people to fill to make communication easier. I also make it a point to make the donation near my place of work or my home,' says this resident of Maduravoyal. Madhan also engages actively with other social initiatives such as 'Udhavum Karangal 2003'. 'Whenever a colleague dies we pool in money to get an insurance cover for the family. This was started by the 2003 batch of the Tamil Nadu police and has now extended to other batches as well. Two years ago, Vikatan gave us an award for this work,' he says. 'Kings of West Traffic' is another initiative running since June 2014 where Madhan along with other police personnel do charity work such as paying fees for underprivileged children, contributing to the families of deceased police personnel, supporting families affected by cyclones, helping auto drivers during the pandemic, and funding treatment for police personnel and their families.
