News for '-dgp'

Mamata should be...: RG Kar victim's mother

Mamata should be...: RG Kar victim's mother

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

The victim's mother expressed hope that the discussions between the CM and the agitating doctors would yield results.

Conspiracies hatched across the border being foiled daily: J-K DGP

Conspiracies hatched across the border being foiled daily: J-K DGP

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

"We are fully alert to the threats as conspiracies being hatched from across the border are being foiled on a daily basis by police and other security agencies," Singh told reporters after unveiling a wall dedicated to police personnel who died fighting terrorism in Reasi district.

If govt fails to protect people ...: HC on post-poll violence in Bengal

If govt fails to protect people ...: HC on post-poll violence in Bengal

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

The order came following a petition in the high court seeking direction to the police to ensure protection to Opposition party workers in the wake of alleged post-poll violence in some places of the state following the elections.

If any person...: Adityanath amid Narsinghanand's Prophet remark row

If any person...: Adityanath amid Narsinghanand's Prophet remark row

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The chief minister stressed that faith of every sect and religion should be respected.

Manipur remains tense, curfew continues in Imphal

Manipur remains tense, curfew continues in Imphal

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

The situation in Manipur remained tense but under control on Wednesday after students clashed with security forces during their march to Raj Bhavan in Imphal a day before, police said.

NHRC notice to Bengal DGP over detention of scribe covering Sandeshkhali

NHRC notice to Bengal DGP over detention of scribe covering Sandeshkhali

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

The National Human Rights Commission in a statement said the allegations raise a serious issue of violation of human rights and also restriction on the freedom of the press.

Sacked cop brought bomb to Ludhiana court, had terror links: DGP

Sacked cop brought bomb to Ludhiana court, had terror links: DGP

Rediff.com25 Dec 2021

The DGP told reporters Gagandeep Singh, 31, who was dismissed from service in 2019, had gone to the washroom of the courts complex to assemble the bomb and plant it somewhere.

'Came here as Didi not CM': Mamata's surprise visit to doctors' protest site

'Came here as Didi not CM': Mamata's surprise visit to doctors' protest site

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

"I came to meet you as your 'didi' not as the chief minister," she said.

Punjab police should have been better prepared, says ex-DGP

Punjab police should have been better prepared, says ex-DGP

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

Virk on Saturday said the state police should have been more prepared to deal with such a situation.

Sidhu has his way as Punjab CM replaces DGP

Sidhu has his way as Punjab CM replaces DGP

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

Last month, the Channi government replaced the state's advocate general A P S Deol after strong opposition from Sidhu.

Internet suspended in Odisha town after two groups clash; curfew extended

Internet suspended in Odisha town after two groups clash; curfew extended

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Balasore SP Sagarika Nath urged residents to stay indoors during the curfew period, emphasising that seven FIRs have been filed and 34 people detained on charges related to rioting since Monday.

Moosewala shooter's aide recced Mumbai to kill Salman Khan: Punjab DGP

Moosewala shooter's aide recced Mumbai to kill Salman Khan: Punjab DGP

Rediff.com11 Sep 2022

An aide of the sixth shooter arrested in the Sidhu Moosewala murder case had conducted reconnaissance in Mumbai to draw up a strategy to kill actor Salman Khan at the behest of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, Punjab Police chief Gaurav Yadav said on Sunday.

Andhra temple attacks by treasure hunters, drunks: DGP

Andhra temple attacks by treasure hunters, drunks: DGP

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

Investigation into the attacks on some temples in Andhra Pradesh has revealed that most offences were committed by treasure trove hunters, believers in superstition, drunkards and others, Director General of Police D G Sawang said on Wednesday.

Manipur govt retracts '900 Kuki militants planning attack' claim

Manipur govt retracts '900 Kuki militants planning attack' claim

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The statement assured that "security forces are on high alert to protect the lives and property of citizens. All communities are assured of their safety," and advised the public to "not believe in any rumors or unverified news."

Complete breakdown in Manipur law and order, says SC, summons DGP on Aug 7

Complete breakdown in Manipur law and order, says SC, summons DGP on Aug 7

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Having called as "deeply disturbing" the video of two women being paraded naked in Manipur, the Supreme Court on Tuesday said there was a long delay in registering the FIR in connection with the incident.

Bahraich murder accused shot at while fleeing to Nepal

Bahraich murder accused shot at while fleeing to Nepal

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

The accused were allegedly trying to flee to Nepal, which shares a border with Bahraich district in Uttar Pradesh, the officer said.

Woman among 2 killed, 9 hurt in militant attack in Manipur

Woman among 2 killed, 9 hurt in militant attack in Manipur

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

The militants fired indiscriminately from hilltop positions towards the low-lying valley areas of Koutruk and neighbouring Kadangband killing the woman and injuring four others, including her eight-year-old daughter and a police officer.

IPS officer Sanjay Pandey gets addl charge as Maharashtra DGP

IPS officer Sanjay Pandey gets addl charge as Maharashtra DGP

Rediff.com10 Apr 2021

Senior Indian Police Service officer Sanjay Pandey was given additional charge as the Maharashtra director general of police (DGP) on Friday, an official said.

Ghatkopar hoarding collapse: What Mumbai police chargesheet says

Ghatkopar hoarding collapse: What Mumbai police chargesheet says

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

The chargesheet, which was submitted in court last week, includes views of the premier VJTI, as well as IMD about the ill-fated structure being of sub standard quality and not having the capability to withstand winds, an official said.

Talks between protesting doctors, Bengal govt fail to break ice

Talks between protesting doctors, Bengal govt fail to break ice

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Agitating junior doctors, whose nine representatives are on a fast-unto-death demonstration, termed talks with senior officials of the West Bengal government as 'the most disappointing meeting so far'.

Militants use RPGs, drones for first time in Manipur attack

Militants use RPGs, drones for first time in Manipur attack

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

The Manipur government has ordered the state police to conduct combing operations and sanitisation in areas bordering Imphal West district where two persons were killed and nine others injured in an attack by suspected militants, officials said.

Gujarat DGP orders probe into public flogging of Muslims

Gujarat DGP orders probe into public flogging of Muslims

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Kapadvanj Deputy Superintendent of Police V N Solanki has been asked to conduct the inquiry and submit a report, sources in the state home department said on Friday.

Bombay HC changes mind, agrees to hear Sanjay Pandey in plea on DGP post

Bombay HC changes mind, agrees to hear Sanjay Pandey in plea on DGP post

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

The Bombay high court on Friday said it will have to hear senior IPS officer and current acting director general of police of Maharashtra, Sanjay Pandey before passing an order on a petition seeking permanent appointment of an officer to the post.

Hooch tragedy kills 25 in Bihar; 12 arrested

Hooch tragedy kills 25 in Bihar; 12 arrested

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Eighteen more people lost their lives after allegedly consuming illicit liquor in dry Bihar's Siwan and Saran districts, taking the toll in the tragedy to 24, officials said on Thursday.

Gehlot should be quizzed: Ex-OSD on 2020 phone tapping case

Gehlot should be quizzed: Ex-OSD on 2020 phone tapping case

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

He said Gehlot could tell how he got the call recordings and whether the call interceptions were done legally or not.

Heavy rains disrupt normal life in TN, more downpour likely in next two days

Heavy rains disrupt normal life in TN, more downpour likely in next two days

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Intermittent, widespread rains lashed Chennai and other regions of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday and the India meteorological department said the low pressure area over the Bay of Bengal has turned into a well-marked low pressure area and it is likely to become a depression.

Terror outfits trying to use drones for their activities: J-K DGP

Terror outfits trying to use drones for their activities: J-K DGP

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

The DGP said all the suspicious elements should be kept under check to foil their attempts.

Manipur CM calls drone attacks on civilians a terror attack

Manipur CM calls drone attacks on civilians a terror attack

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday condemned the drone bomb attacks on civilians as acts of terrorism and vowed a firm response.

Was Mohali a terror attack? Will let you know, says Punjab DGP

Was Mohali a terror attack? Will let you know, says Punjab DGP

Rediff.com10 May 2022

A day after the rocket-propelled grenade attack on its Mohali-based intelligence wing headquarters, the Punjab police on Tuesday said it has leads and will solve the case soon.

Bahraich on the boil after youth killed during Durga idol immersion

Bahraich on the boil after youth killed during Durga idol immersion

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Scores of people, some armed with sticks, walked in the funeral cortege of a youth killed during a Durga idol immersion procession in Bahraich amid cries for justice from the family and others on Monday, as tension escalated with shops being burnt down and angry crowds out in the streets.

PIX: India's hockey heroes aim to inspire nation

PIX: India's hockey heroes aim to inspire nation

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

After securing a historic second consecutive Olympic bronze medal, the team was greeted by thousands of cheering fans.

Raj Thackeray booked for May 1 speech hrs after DGP promised action

Raj Thackeray booked for May 1 speech hrs after DGP promised action

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Maharashtra Director General of Police Rajnish Seth said Aurangabad police commissioner will take appropriate legal action against Thackeray over his speech against loudspeakers on mosques.

5 Odisha cops suspended for attacking Army officer, molesting friend

5 Odisha cops suspended for attacking Army officer, molesting friend

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

According to an order issued by the director general of police YB Khurania on Wednesday the five police personnel have been suspended on charge of gross misconduct.

Satnami protest turns violent in Chhattisgarh, many hurt; vehicles torched

Satnami protest turns violent in Chhattisgarh, many hurt; vehicles torched

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

Several police personnel were injured in the stone pelting, an official said, adding Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai was briefed on the situation by the chief secretary and the DGP.

Mamata accepts doc's demands, but docs continue 'cease work'. Here's why

Mamata accepts doc's demands, but docs continue 'cease work'. Here's why

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

The doctors asserts that they will take a final call on withdrawing their agitation only after the state government implements its announcements made on the previous night "in true spirit".

Day after LDF MLA's charges, Vijayan announces probe against top cops

Day after LDF MLA's charges, Vijayan announces probe against top cops

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Breaking his silence over the matter, Vijayan on Tuesday sounded tough and said a high-level probe by a top-ranking officer would be held into the charges raised by the MLA.

Bishnoi gang claims responsibility of Moosewala's murder: Punjab DGP

Bishnoi gang claims responsibility of Moosewala's murder: Punjab DGP

Rediff.com29 May 2022

Gang member Lucky has taken responsibility for the murder, said Bhara.

Jammu attack could be conspiracy to sabotage Modi's visit: J-K DGP

Jammu attack could be conspiracy to sabotage Modi's visit: J-K DGP

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Modi is scheduled to visit Palli village of Samba on National Panchayati Raj Day on April 24.

NHRC notice to Manipur govt, DGP over killing of 13 in gunfight

NHRC notice to Manipur govt, DGP over killing of 13 in gunfight

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

The incident, as reported, indicates a "lapse" on the part of the law enforcing agencies and the forces deployed to ensure peace and law and order in the state, the rights panel said in a statement.

Maha Guv asks DGP to give protection to families of Shiv Sena rebels

Maha Guv asks DGP to give protection to families of Shiv Sena rebels

Rediff.com26 Jun 2022

Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari has asked state Director General of Police (DGP) Rajnish Seth to provide adequate police protection to the families and homes of rebel MLAs, a police official said on Sunday.