News for 'Directors General of Police'

Punjab Police Seize Heroin, Bust Cross-Border Drug Ring

Punjab Police Seize Heroin, Bust Cross-Border Drug Ring

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling operation in Amritsar, arresting two individuals and seizing 64.62 kg of heroin. The investigation revealed links to handlers in Portugal and smugglers in Pakistan.

Goa Police Hunt For Activist After Remarks On Saint

Goa Police Hunt For Activist After Remarks On Saint

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Goa police have formed teams to trace right-wing activist Gautam Khattar after his remarks against St Francis Xavier created a stir. Complaints have been filed against Khattar in multiple locations across Goa.

How Punjab Police Busted a Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Ring

How Punjab Police Busted a Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Ring

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling module, arresting three individuals and recovering six pistols. Investigations reveal links to Pakistan-based smugglers via social media.

Drug And Arms Smuggling Module Unearthed In Punjab

Drug And Arms Smuggling Module Unearthed In Punjab

Rediff.com1 days ago

Punjab Police have unearthed a drug and illegal arms smuggling module, arresting two individuals and recovering heroin, pistols, and cartridges.

Jharkhand BJP Urges Prompt Police Salary Disbursement

Jharkhand BJP Urges Prompt Police Salary Disbursement

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The opposition BJP in Jharkhand has demanded the prompt payment of salaries to police personnel, which have been withheld following alleged irregularities in treasury funds across several districts. The police association claims that over 70,000 personnel have not received their salaries since March due to ongoing investigations into the matter.

Amritsar Police Uncover Cross-Border Drug And Arms Smuggling Operation

Amritsar Police Uncover Cross-Border Drug And Arms Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Amritsar Police have dismantled a cross-border drug and arms smuggling module, arresting three individuals and seizing a significant quantity of methamphetamine and firearms.

Punjab Police Uncovers Cross-Border Narcotics Network

Punjab Police Uncovers Cross-Border Narcotics Network

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled two interconnected cross-border narcotics smuggling cartels, arresting five individuals and seizing over 7 kg of heroin. Investigations revealed the accused were in contact with a Pakistan-based smuggler using drones to send consignments.

Rajasthan Police Issue Advisory on Digital Census Cyber Scams

Rajasthan Police Issue Advisory on Digital Census Cyber Scams

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Police have issued an advisory warning citizens about potential cyber fraud attempts disguised as part of the ongoing digital census. Scammers may use various methods, including fake calls, messages, and in-person visits, to steal personal and financial information.

How Punjab Police Busted a Cross-Border Drug Ring

How Punjab Police Busted a Cross-Border Drug Ring

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling operation, arresting two individuals and seizing 4.13 kg of heroin. The investigation revealed links to Europe-based handlers and jailed operatives.

Jharkhand Parties Demand Pay For Police Amid Treasury Scam

Jharkhand Parties Demand Pay For Police Amid Treasury Scam

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Opposition parties in Jharkhand are demanding the release of salaries for police personnel, which have been withheld following the discovery of irregularities in treasury funds across several districts. The police association claims that over 70,000 personnel have not been paid since March, prompting calls for a thorough investigation and prompt action from the state government.

Fifth Arrest In Odisha Lynching Case After Sexual Assault Allegations

Fifth Arrest In Odisha Lynching Case After Sexual Assault Allegations

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Police in Odisha have arrested a fifth person in connection with the lynching of a man accused of sexually assaulting two women in the Khurda district. The Director General of Police and the State Commission for Women chairperson conducted an on-spot inquiry, and the Chief Minister has directed strict action against the culprits.

Why Dushyant Chautala Wants Police Investigated

Why Dushyant Chautala Wants Police Investigated

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Jannayak Janta Party leader Dushyant Chautala has demanded an FIR against a police team, accusing them of blocking his car. He also criticised a senior police officer and sought a fair probe into the matter.

UP Police Prioritises Preventive Policing and Speedy Case Resolution

UP Police Prioritises Preventive Policing and Speedy Case Resolution

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Rajeev Krishna has directed officers to strengthen preventive policing and ensure timely disposal of investigations across the state.

Drug And Arms Smuggling Module Busted In Punjab

Drug And Arms Smuggling Module Busted In Punjab

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Punjab Police have dismantled a drug and illegal arms smuggling module, arresting two individuals and seizing a significant quantity of heroin, pistols, and cartridges.

How Punjab Police dismantled a cross-border drug and arms network

How Punjab Police dismantled a cross-border drug and arms network

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have arrested two individuals and seized a significant quantity of heroin, along with illegal weapons, in a successful operation targeting a cross-border drug and arms racket.

Punjab police bust terror module with Pak links, arms recovered

Punjab police bust terror module with Pak links, arms recovered

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Punjab Police have dismantled a terror module allegedly backed by Pakistan's intelligence agency, arresting one person and recovering hand grenades and weapons.

How Punjab Police Busted A Cross-Border Drug Ring

How Punjab Police Busted A Cross-Border Drug Ring

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled a cross-border drug smuggling operation, arresting two individuals and seizing 64.62 kg of heroin in Amritsar. The investigation revealed links to Pakistan-based smugglers and a Portugal-based handler.

Punjab Police Uncovers Narcotics And Arms Ring, Arrests Four

Punjab Police Uncovers Narcotics And Arms Ring, Arrests Four

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled a narcotics and illegal arms module, arresting four individuals and seizing heroin, pistols, magazines, and live cartridges in Hoshiarpur. The accused are believed to be local handlers for foreign-based gangsters involved in drug trafficking and illegal weapons supply.

Punjab Police Foil ISI Terror Plot, Arrest Three

Punjab Police Foil ISI Terror Plot, Arrest Three

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Counter Intelligence Wing of the Punjab Police has successfully dismantled a Pakistan's ISI-backed terror module, arresting three individuals and seizing weapons intended for attacks on police establishments.

Punjab Police Busts ISI-Backed Terror Module, Averting Potential Attacks

Punjab Police Busts ISI-Backed Terror Module, Averting Potential Attacks

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have successfully dismantled an ISI-backed Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terror module, arresting two operatives and seizing a significant cache of arms and explosives, averting potential high-impact terror attacks in the state.

How Punjab Police Busted a Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Operation

How Punjab Police Busted a Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have successfully dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling module, arresting three individuals and seizing six pistols. Investigations reveal links to Pakistan-based smugglers using social media to facilitate the illegal arms trade.

Three Arrested In Gurdaspur Grenade Attack Case

Three Arrested In Gurdaspur Grenade Attack Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

Police in Gurdaspur, Punjab, have arrested three individuals in connection with a grenade-hurling incident that occurred last month. The arrests were made in coordination with the Counter Intelligence wing, and a hand grenade was recovered from one of the accused.

Bengaluru Cyber Command Busts Fake US Call Centre Racket

Bengaluru Cyber Command Busts Fake US Call Centre Racket

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Karnataka State Cyber Command has uncovered a fake call centre racket operating in Bengaluru, where individuals impersonated a US-based accounting firm to defraud US citizens.

Sultanpur Police Inspector Shot: Accidental Discharge Under Investigation

Sultanpur Police Inspector Shot: Accidental Discharge Under Investigation

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A police inspector in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, sustained a gunshot injury, with initial investigations suggesting an accidental discharge of his licensed firearm. Senior police officials are investigating the incident.

Amritsar Police Uncover Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Operation

Amritsar Police Uncover Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Amritsar police have dismantled a cross-border illegal arms smuggling module, arresting four individuals and seizing sophisticated weapons and ammunition.

How Punjab Police Busted an Inter-State Weapons Racket

How Punjab Police Busted an Inter-State Weapons Racket

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled an inter-state illegal weapons supply module, arresting two individuals from Uttar Pradesh and seizing a cache of firearms.

Punjab Police's Anti-Gangster Drive Nets Over 22,000 Arrests

Punjab Police's Anti-Gangster Drive Nets Over 22,000 Arrests

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

The Punjab Police have arrested over 22,000 individuals, including 461 associates of gangsters, in the past three months as part of its anti-gangster drive 'Gangstran Te Vaar'. The operation has also resulted in substantial recoveries of weapons, explosives, and drugs.

Second All-India Police Kabaddi Cluster 2025-26 Begins in Jammu

Second All-India Police Kabaddi Cluster 2025-26 Begins in Jammu

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

The second All-India Police Kabaddi Cluster 2025-26 has commenced in Jammu, featuring 1,648 players from across the country competing in Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Fencing, and Gymnastics.

Couple Assaulted In Odisha; Incident Sparks Outrage

Couple Assaulted In Odisha; Incident Sparks Outrage

Rediff.com3 days ago

A man and his female friend were allegedly assaulted with sticks by a group of people in Odisha's Berhampur city, triggering outrage after a video of the incident went viral on social media.

Why Punjab Police Wants Bishnoi Docu-Series Banned

Why Punjab Police Wants Bishnoi Docu-Series Banned

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Punjab Police has requested the Centre to direct ZEE5 to halt the airing of the docu-series 'Lawrence of Punjab' on gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, citing a significant risk to public order and potential influence on youth towards criminal activities.

Pakistan ISI Suspected in Amritsar Police Station Grenade Attack

Pakistan ISI Suspected in Amritsar Police Station Grenade Attack

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Six individuals have been arrested in connection with a grenade attack on the Bhindi Saida police station in Amritsar, Punjab. Preliminary investigations suggest the module was backed by Pakistan's ISI.

Ravindra Singh Yadav Named New DGP Of Andaman And Nicobar Islands

Ravindra Singh Yadav Named New DGP Of Andaman And Nicobar Islands

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Senior IPS officer Ravindra Singh Yadav has been appointed as the Director General of Police (DGP) of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, succeeding Hargobinder Singh Dhaliwal.

Why Punjab Police Wants Bishnoi Docu-Series Banned

Why Punjab Police Wants Bishnoi Docu-Series Banned

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Punjab Police has requested the Centre to direct ZEE5 to halt the airing of the docu-series 'Lawrence of Punjab' on gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, citing a significant risk to public order and potential influence on youth towards criminal activities.

Three Arrested In Punjab Grenade Attack Case

Three Arrested In Punjab Grenade Attack Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

Police in Punjab have arrested three individuals in connection with a grenade-hurling incident in Gurdaspur last month. The arrests were made following an investigation involving CCTV footage and intelligence gathering, with further investigation underway to uncover the network behind the attack.

ED Raids Punjab Police DIG, Seizes Crores In Money Laundering Probe

ED Raids Punjab Police DIG, Seizes Crores In Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized Rs 1.4 crore and incriminating documents during raids related to money laundering against suspended Punjab Police DIG H S Bhullar and his associates.

Maharashtra CM Stresses Tech Skills for Police in Digital Era

Maharashtra CM Stresses Tech Skills for Police in Digital Era

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the 69th All India Police Duty Meet (AIPDM) 2025-26, emphasising the need for police to stay ahead of criminals in the digital age and improve investigation skills.

Gang Sharpshooter Zubair Killed In UP Encounter

Gang Sharpshooter Zubair Killed In UP Encounter

Rediff.com13 May 2026

An alleged sharpshooter of the Munir gang, carrying a reward of Rs 1 lakh on his arrest in a murder case, was killed in an encounter with the Uttar Pradesh STF in Meerut on Tuesday.

How Punjab Police Prevented a Robbery with Illegal Weapon Arrests

How Punjab Police Prevented a Robbery with Illegal Weapon Arrests

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Punjab Police arrested two men, Jacky Kumar and Vikas Arora, with illegal weapons who were allegedly planning to rob a businessman in Bathinda. The arrests were made by the Anti-Gangster Task Force in a joint operation with the Bathinda Police.

Punjab Police Nab Shooters in Property Dealer Murder Case After Gun Battle

Punjab Police Nab Shooters in Property Dealer Murder Case After Gun Battle

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Two shooters allegedly involved in the murder of a property dealer in Chandigarh have been arrested following a joint operation by Punjab and Haryana Police.

NCW Demands Report Into Noida Woman's Suspicious Death

NCW Demands Report Into Noida Woman's Suspicious Death

Rediff.com2 days ago

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of reports regarding the suspicious death of a 33-year-old Noida woman in Bhopal within five months of marriage, seeking a detailed action taken report from the Madhya Pradesh government within seven days.