News for 'Special Protection Group'

Cong workers held for releasing black balloons as PM's copter takes off

Cong workers held for releasing black balloons as PM's copter takes off

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

State police, however, denied there was any breach of security but said one Congress worker has been apprehended in this connection, while three other party workers were arrested for trying to enter the airport with black balloons.

Sonia Gandhi arrives in Rae Bareli

Sonia Gandhi arrives in Rae Bareli

Rediff.com28 Mar 2006

Congress chief Sonia Gandhi Tuesday arrived in Rae Bareli, on her first visit to the constituency she had resigned as member of Parliament, to a rapturous welcome from her supporters and party activists.

Rahul Gandhi's train stoned

Rahul Gandhi's train stoned

Rediff.com15 Sep 2009

The Amritsar-New Delhi Shatabdi express in which Rahul Gandhi was travelling was stoned tonight near Panipat, about 100 km from here, and the All India Congress Committee general secretary was not in the three compartments which was hit. There were no immediate reports of any injury to passengers while Special Protection Group sources said there was no threat to Rahul in the incident.

Israeli forces storm part of Shifa Hospital in Gaza

Israeli forces storm part of Shifa Hospital in Gaza

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Israeli soldiers entered part of Shifa Hospital in the early hours of Wednesday and began fighting Hamas there, the Israel Defence Forces announced.

SPG allocation up by 28%

SPG allocation up by 28%

Rediff.com6 Jul 2009

With the Special Protection Group (SPG) planning to have its own aircraft, the government has increased the elite force's budgetary allocation by 28 per cent for the next fiscal.

Rahul's puri sabzi dinner in a Dalit village

Rahul's puri sabzi dinner in a Dalit village

Rediff.com18 May 2008

In a move that is bound to irk Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi once again joined a Dalit family for dinner in a village in Amethi on Friday night.

Delhi cop nabbed in attempt to enter PM's house

Delhi cop nabbed in attempt to enter PM's house

Rediff.com1 Feb 2007

However, the Intelligence Bureau confirmed that the intruder was a drunken Delhi police constable who was behaving in a suspicious manner and tried to get past the first security cordon of the prime minister's residence.

PM to visit Serum Institute on Nov 28 to take stock of 'Covishield'

PM to visit Serum Institute on Nov 28 to take stock of 'Covishield'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

On Tuesday, Rao said there was a possibility of the PM's visit to Pune, and if that happens, it would be aimed at reviewing the status of the vaccine candidate for coronavirus infection and to know about its launch, production and distribution mechanisms.

'The enemy's face is unknown'

'The enemy's face is unknown'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2003

Pharma companies fight fakes with smart packaging

Pharma companies fight fakes with smart packaging

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Indian pharmaceutical companies are stepping up their efforts to combat the problem of counterfeit drugs, employing a variety of strategies, from packaging innovations to engaging private investigation agencies. The stakes are high, as counterfeit medicines not only harm consumers but also tarnish the reputation of leading brands.

10 Smart Tips to Protect Your Social Media Accounts

10 Smart Tips to Protect Your Social Media Accounts

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Avoid clicking on any unknown links from strangers. Use a different, secure password for each social media account you have.

Tight security for PM's Mumbai visit

Tight security for PM's Mumbai visit

Rediff.com14 Jul 2006

Alert in Delhi after Sonia's home videographed

Alert in Delhi after Sonia's home videographed

Rediff.com25 Nov 2004

Occupants of a Maruti car were seen videographing Sonia's residence.

RS polls: PM likely to file papers on May 9

RS polls: PM likely to file papers on May 9

Rediff.com6 May 2007

According to an official source, Dr Singh will arrive in Guwahati on May 8 to file his nomination papers next day. A team of his Special Protection Group has already arrived here to look after the security arrangements for the PM's trip.

SPG men hurt as van rams into security vehicle

SPG men hurt as van rams into security vehicle

Rediff.com26 Apr 2007

The incident occurred during Priyanka's election campaign, when she was going to Rae Bareli from Amethi. The other two injured were occupants of the van.

The World Nature Photographs Of The Year

The World Nature Photographs Of The Year

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

From stunning animal portraits to captivating glimpses of behaviour in their natural habitat, the World Nature Photography Awards contest showcases the intricate relationship between animals, plants, fungi, and humans.

HC allows burial of slain Tamil Nadu BSP chief in Tiruvallur

HC allows burial of slain Tamil Nadu BSP chief in Tiruvallur

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

The Madras high court on Sunday held a special sitting to hear a plea of the wife of slain Tamil Nadu Bahujan Samaj Party president K Armstrong, seeking to bury his body at the party office in Chennai.

Maximum punishment will send strong message: Malegaon blast victims

Maximum punishment will send strong message: Malegaon blast victims

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The prosecution has proved the entire chain that connected the accused with each other for achieving the goal of executing the bomb blast and perform terrorist acts, the written statement, filed by the intervenor for the victims, said.

America is a nation of immigrants: Biden aid amid H-1b debate

America is a nation of immigrants: Biden aid amid H-1b debate

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Ahead of Trump's inauguration here on January 20, the debate on foreign guest workers visas for highly skilled professionals, the H-1B, has intensified which has literally created divisions in both the Democratic and the Republican parties.

Media, SPG face off at PM's residence

Media, SPG face off at PM's residence

Rediff.com16 Aug 2006

Trouble began when the SPG told media persons that they will not be permitted to go up to the media stand at the prime minister's residence.

No one in government wants BMWs!

No one in government wants BMWs!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2004

Manmohan Singh has declined to use the BMW cars ordered by the previous National Democratic Alliance government for the use of the prime minister, as he prefers the time-tested ambassadors.

Alert at PM's residence

Alert at PM's residence

Rediff.com22 Sep 2005

The youth were found to be MBA students of an institute in New Delhi and were not aware that filming of the premises was not allowed, sources said, adding that they were allowed to go after their identity was established.

PM house breach: Delhi police assures action

PM house breach: Delhi police assures action

Rediff.com2 Feb 2007

Bhura has been giving different versions to the Delhi police officials who questioned him along with the intelligence agencies through the night about the motive of moving around the prime minister's residence when he was not posted there.

3-member MHA panel to probe security breach during PM's visit to Punjab

3-member MHA panel to probe security breach during PM's visit to Punjab

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

The MHA has also sought an immediate report from the state government besides asking it to fix responsibility and take strict action against those responsible.

Afghan PM assures 'full protection' of returning ex-officials

Afghan PM assures 'full protection' of returning ex-officials

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

"We appeal to the officials of past governments to return to their country as we will give them full protection of their lives. We are faced with the huge task of rebuilding and reconstruction of war-ravaged Afghanistan," he said.

PM security lapse: NIA constitutes IG-level team to help secure records

PM security lapse: NIA constitutes IG-level team to help secure records

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

As per a senior NIA official, the anti-terror agency has "nominated Inspector General of Police Santosh Rastogi to assist the Registrar General of Punjab and Haryana High Court to secure and seize the records related to the visit of Prime Minister to Punjab on January 5, 2022, from State and Central Agencies".

Two held for breaching PM's security

Two held for breaching PM's security

Rediff.com29 Jan 2003

Ashok Kumar and Dharen Singh, who were drunk, had driven into the sanitised area on Rao Tula Ram Marg, New Delhi, as Vajpayee’s cavalcade was passing by.

Uproar in JK assembly over resolution on Art 370 restoration

Uproar in JK assembly over resolution on Art 370 restoration

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

BJP members, including the Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma, opposed the resolution, saying it was not part of the listed business.

PM to travel by presidential saloon

PM to travel by presidential saloon

Rediff.com29 Jan 2004

He will travel the 8km stretch from Katra to Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh on February 7 to dedicate to the nation a bridge on Saryu River.

Want To Invest In Crypto? Read This

Want To Invest In Crypto? Read This

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Regularly monitor your account for any suspicious activity. Keep your devices updated with the latest security patches to prevent vulnerabilities. Ensure the physical wallet you use is stored securely to avoid loss or theft.

'Employees Can File Harassment Complaints Without Proof'

'Employees Can File Harassment Complaints Without Proof'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

"If HR isn't responsive, it's critical to keep records of all interactions -- e-mails, dates and any conversations you had. If HR fails to help, escalate the matter to higher management or the internal complaints committee," says Smita Shetty Kapoor.

In Modi 3.0, NSG, ITBP to be withdrawn from VIP security

In Modi 3.0, NSG, ITBP to be withdrawn from VIP security

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

The plan to relieve NSG from VIP security tasks has been in the making since 2012 when NSG commanders foresaw an event where simultaneous terror attacks could be witnessed at one time on multiple centres in the country and the commandos will have to be rushed in different directions.

New bench to decide on AMU's minority status, rules SC

New bench to decide on AMU's minority status, rules SC

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

The Supreme Court on Friday deferred the question of Aligarh Muslim University's minority status to a fresh bench and overruled the 1967 judgment that said the university cannot be considered a minority institution since it was created by a central law.

Former CBI director Ashwani Kumar dies by suicide at Shimla house

Former CBI director Ashwani Kumar dies by suicide at Shimla house

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Kumar became CBI director in 2008, succeeding Vijay Shanker, in the midst of the agency's probe into the Aarushi Talwar murder case that hogged the headlines.

CRPF takes over security of Gandhis days after SPG cover dropped

CRPF takes over security of Gandhis days after SPG cover dropped

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is now the only person to be protected by the about-4,000-personnel-strong SPG.

Modi Preaches World Peace But...

Modi Preaches World Peace But...

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

'...We should first look at and acknowledge what we have done to ourselves.' 'To not do so opens us to the accusation of rank hypocrisy and also reduces the stature of our globetrotting peaceniks,' asserts Aakar Patel.

Lab Or Natural? What Diamond Would You Prefer?

Lab Or Natural? What Diamond Would You Prefer?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Suddenly, the legendary advertising line -- a diamond is forever -- is losing its shine.

Moosewala killing: Bishnoi withdraws plea seeking protection from encounter

Moosewala killing: Bishnoi withdraws plea seeking protection from encounter

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

At the outset, his counsel submitted before Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma that he wishes to withdraw the petition and wants to file it before the Punjab and Haryana high court.

Media ban for convicted rapist in Dutch Olympic squad

Media ban for convicted rapist in Dutch Olympic squad

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The Dutch Olympic committee, in consultation with van de Velde and playing partner Matthew Immers, have taken steps to mitigate the impact of his participation by moving him to alternative accommodation in Paris and putting a ban on him talking to the media, chef de mission Pieter van den Hoogenband told Dutch television on Sunday.