News for 'Indian Police Service'

CBI to question Kolkata police chief on February 9 in Shillong

CBI to question Kolkata police chief on February 9 in Shillong

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

The agency has also called former Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MP Kunal Ghosh to Shillong on February 10.

Centre gives more powers to JK L-G; Oppn slams move

Centre gives more powers to JK L-G; Oppn slams move

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

The L-G will take decisions on police, officers of all-India services such as the IAS and the IPS, and giving sanction for prosecution in various cases.

Indian-origin Sikh man shot dead in Canada, 2nd such attack this month

Indian-origin Sikh man shot dead in Canada, 2nd such attack this month

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

According to the police, a suspect vehicle was seen leaving the area, and photos of the same were released by homicide investigators.

China expanding to keep India constrained: Top IPS officers

China expanding to keep India constrained: Top IPS officers

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

The papers presented by Indian Police Service officers at the just concluded conference of director generals of police (DGPs) and inspector generals of police (IGPs) submit that by providing huge amounts of money in the name of loans for developmental works in Southeast and South Asia, China wants to reduce India's influence in the Indian Ocean region and force resolution of bilateral issues on Beijing's terms.

Dadra And Nagar Haveli: How The Portuguese Were Defeated

Dadra And Nagar Haveli: How The Portuguese Were Defeated

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

They realised that the Portuguese were better prepared to defend Daman than Dadra and Nagar Haveli. If reinforcements from Daman were to reach Silvassa, there was no chance of defeating the Portuguese. They decided that cutting Daman's communication lines would have to be their top priority before attacking Silvassa. A fascinating excerpt from Neelesh Kulkarni's new book, Uprising-The Liberation of Dadra and Nagar Haveli.

Mystery object washed ashore in Australia fell off Indian rocket?

Mystery object washed ashore in Australia fell off Indian rocket?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

A dome-shaped mysterious object has washed up on a remote Australian beach, amid speculation that it could be from a 20-year-old Indian rocket that was used for launching a satellite.

Doctors' protest: 'Don't want to be next victim'

Doctors' protest: 'Don't want to be next victim'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

Non-emergency services, such as OPD and diagnostics, and elective surgeries at city-based health facilities, including at Centre-run AIIMS, Safdarjung hospital and RML hospital, are hit since Monday.

Now, Khalistanis attack Indian consulate in San Francisco, place flags

Now, Khalistanis attack Indian consulate in San Francisco, place flags

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

A group of pro-Khalistani protesters on Sunday attacked and damaged the Indian consulate in San Francisco, prompting sharp condemnation from Indian-Americans who demanded immediate action against those responsible for it.

'Absolutely unacceptable': US condemns attack on Indian consulate

'Absolutely unacceptable': US condemns attack on Indian consulate

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Raising pro-Khalistan slogans, the protesters on Sunday broke open the makeshift security barriers raised by the city police and installed two so-called Khalistan flags inside the Consulate premises. Two consulate personnel soon removed these flags.

Indian student stabbed multiple times in Australia

Indian student stabbed multiple times in Australia

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Police have arrested Daniel Norwood and the 27-year-old suspect is charged with attempted murder after Garg, allegedly suffered multiple stab wounds to the face, chest and abdomen, the Daily Telegraph newspaper reported.

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Several persons fainted and emergency workers carried them in stretches and provided care in shelters. Over 30 people were rushed to nearby government hospitals with symptoms of dehydration.

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Ravi Sinha is described as "highly tech-savvy", and credited with infusing modern technology in the field of intelligence collection.

Nijjar case: Canada intel chief visited India twice, secretly

Nijjar case: Canada intel chief visited India twice, secretly

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Canada's intelligence agency chief David Vigneault paid two under-the-wraps visits to India in February and March to apprise Indian officials of the case relating to the killing of Khalistani extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, people familiar with the matter said.

Yogi Goes All Out For Flawless Mahakumbh

Yogi Goes All Out For Flawless Mahakumbh

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

For Yogi Adityanath the successful management of the fair is a crucial part of building 'Brand UP' and making the state a $1 trillion economy.

UPSC withdraws mandatory English norm in mains exam

UPSC withdraws mandatory English norm in mains exam

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

Amid a nation-wide controversy, the Union Public Service Commission has withdrawn changes suggested by it in civil services mains examination, dropping mandatory English language paper requirement.

Modi sarkar's 19 COMMANDMENTS to babus

Modi sarkar's 19 COMMANDMENTS to babus

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

In a major move, the Modi sarkar has amended service rules to ensure that Indian Administrative Service, Indian Police Service and Indian Forest Service officers maintain "high ethics" and "political neutrality" while discharging their duties.

Ex-IPS officer to contest against Yogi

Ex-IPS officer to contest against Yogi

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

'It is a fight for principles for him, where he shall be presenting his protest to the wrongdoings.'

UP's ex-IPS officer names new party Adhikar Sena, but suggestions welcome

UP's ex-IPS officer names new party Adhikar Sena, but suggestions welcome

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

Ahead of the 2022 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections, former Indian Police Service officer Amitabh Thakur on Friday said he will float a new political party soon.

ED points to insider trading in NSE case

ED points to insider trading in NSE case

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

The Enforcement Directorate's (ED's) chargesheet in the National Stock Exchange (NSE) illegal phone-tapping case points to insider trading during the tenures of Chitra Ramkrishna and Ravi Narain as managing director and chief executive officer of the bourse. The federal agency will soon be sharing the details with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for further inquiry, two people aware of the findings told Business Standard. The ED, which filed its prosecution complaint (commonly known as chargesheet), alleged that Narain and Ramkrishna were the "key conspirators" and had assisted iSec Services to generate money to the tune of Rs 24 crore for exchanging crucial information, the people said.

Are you paying property tax? If not, read this now

Are you paying property tax? If not, read this now

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Municipal corporations penalise late property tax payments. 'Penalties can include attachment of properties, bank accounts, rent and other movable assets," says Anand Moorthy, co-founder, Square Yards.

CBI grills Mumbai Police Commissioner in Deshmukh case

CBI grills Mumbai Police Commissioner in Deshmukh case

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

An immigrant to the US from Kashmir, Duggal, 50, has been raised in Cincinnati, Chicago, New York and Boston.

Post-Taliban, number of foreign terrorists in J-K has gone up: CRPF chief

Post-Taliban, number of foreign terrorists in J-K has gone up: CRPF chief

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

An uptick has been noticed in the number of foreign terrorists operating in Jammu and Kashmir post the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan but the overall strength of militants in the valley is low and can be capped below 200, outgoing CRPF DG Kuldiep Singh said on Thursday.

Day after announcing polls, EC removes Bengal ADG (law & order)

Day after announcing polls, EC removes Bengal ADG (law & order)

Rediff.com27 Feb 2021

A day after announcing the dates for assembly polls in West Bengal, the Election Commission on Saturday removed Additional Director General of Police (Law and order) Jawed Shamim and brought in Jag Mohan in his place, an official order said.

SC sets aside HC order for removal of Himachal DGP

SC sets aside HC order for removal of Himachal DGP

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

In a relief to senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Sanjay Kundu, the Supreme Court on Friday set aside the Himachal Pradesh high court direction to remove him from the post of state Director General of Police over allegations that he tried to pressure a businessman who claimed to have received a threat to his life from his partners.

'They Wanted To Cover Up Their Bloodied Hands'

'They Wanted To Cover Up Their Bloodied Hands'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

'This was a government that wanted nobody outside Bangladesh to know that they were simply inept and run by a highly authoritarian leader who was afraid of any criticism towards herself.'

MEA employee posted in Moscow held for passing info to Pak

MEA employee posted in Moscow held for passing info to Pak

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

The Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of Uttar Pradesh Police has arrested a person working in the Indian Embassy, Moscow, for his alleged involvement in anti-national activities with Pakistani intelligence agency Inter-Services Intelligence and providing them important confidential information regarding the strategic activities of the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of External Affairs and the Indian military establishments, an official statement issued in Lucknow on Sunday said.

B'desh objects to Mamata's 'offer' to shelter refugees

B'desh objects to Mamata's 'offer' to shelter refugees

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Banerjee, referring to violence-hit Bangladesh, said she would keep the doors of West Bengal open for people in distress from the neighbouring country and offer them shelter.

'Police and politicians are together in the notorious hafta system'

'Police and politicians are together in the notorious hafta system'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

'Param Bir's letter alleges that Waze was being used directly by the home minister.' 'I think an enquiry by a high court judge is the need of the hour.'

At 135 kmph, cyclone 'Remal' to make landfall in Bengal tonight

At 135 kmph, cyclone 'Remal' to make landfall in Bengal tonight

Rediff.com26 May 2024

This is the first cyclone in the Bay of Bengal this pre-monsoon season.

AP bifurcation: Panel discusses division of assets of AP police

AP bifurcation: Panel discusses division of assets of AP police

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

The Special Task Force headed by former Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force K Vijayakumar on Tuesday discussed "division of assets" of the Andhra Pradesh police in the event of the bifurcation of the state on the first day of its three-day tour.

Khedkar family removes illegal structure after civic notice

Khedkar family removes illegal structure after civic notice

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

An 'illegal' structure near trainee Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Puja Khedkar's family bungalow in Pune has been cleared, days after the civic body issued them a notice to remove it, an official said on Wednesday.

Guj hooch tragedy: Toll rises to 42, cops nab 15; trial in fast track court

Guj hooch tragedy: Toll rises to 42, cops nab 15; trial in fast track court

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Nearly 50 people were still admitted to hospitals in Bhavnagar, Botad and Ahmedabad.

Govt panel to check out credentials of controversial Maha IAS officer

Govt panel to check out credentials of controversial Maha IAS officer

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

In a statement, the Centre said the probe would be conducted by an additional secretary-rank officer to verify the candidature claims and other details of the 2023 batch officer, who has been allotted the Maharashtra cadre.

J-K terrorists get their hands on M4 rifles left by US in Af

J-K terrorists get their hands on M4 rifles left by US in Af

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

The frequent use of these assault rifles by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, according to experts, is a consequence of the US Army leaving behind arms and ammunition while pulling out from Afghanistan in 2021 and is a cause of concern due to the more lethal nature of the steel bullets used.

Mayawati sacks 7,400 more cops

Mayawati sacks 7,400 more cops

Rediff.com30 Sep 2007

Continuing its crackdown against the recruitment of police personnel during the Mulayam Singh Yadav regime, the Mayawati government in Uttar Pradesh on Sunday sacked 7,400 more policemen and suspended seven senior Indian Police Service officers.

Dedicated to protect integrity of country: ITBP chief

Dedicated to protect integrity of country: ITBP chief

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

Twenty Indian Army personnel including a colonel were killed in a clash with Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh on the night of June 15 in the biggest military confrontation between the two countries in over five decades.

Uttam's Take: Has BJP forgotten 26/11?

Uttam's Take: Has BJP forgotten 26/11?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

Uttam Ghosh offer his take on the Pragya Thakur controversy.

Alappuzha political murders: 5 aides of attackers arrested

Alappuzha political murders: 5 aides of attackers arrested

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

"There is a larger conspiracy behind the killings of Sreenivas and Shan," said ADGP (Law and Order) Vijay Sakhare, the head of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the two back to back murder cases, which had rocked the state recently.

'Trudeau Wants To Cultivate Pro-Khalistan Leaders'

'Trudeau Wants To Cultivate Pro-Khalistan Leaders'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

'He is convinced that this will help him in the next election.' 'But as we know, the best laid plans of mice and men can go awry.'

Indian-origin teenage varsity student among 3 killed in UK knife attacks

Indian-origin teenage varsity student among 3 killed in UK knife attacks

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Nottinghamshire police said the 31-year-old suspect, who remains in custody, then went on to stab a man in his 50s to death and also attempted to run over three people - still in hospital - with a van stolen from that man.