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'Why Manipur being allowed to go Afghanistan way'

'Why Manipur being allowed to go Afghanistan way'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

'Prime Minister Narendra Modi should have called his MLAs and ministers and said 'this should not happen in India. Manipur is not a part of any banana republic, I will not allow this to happen, talk it out, what is the problem'

Chinese reserve forces brought under Xi's leadership

Chinese reserve forces brought under Xi's leadership

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

Currently, the reserve forces are under the dual leadership of military organs and local Communist Party committees and they would be brought under the control of the ruling party and the CMC from July 1, the state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

India in a good position in COVID-19 battle: HM Shah

India in a good position in COVID-19 battle: HM Shah

Rediff.com12 Jul 2020

The 130 crore people of the country, all the states and every individual fought this battle against COVID-19 as one nation, he said.

Mamata asks cops to ensure BSF limits, riles guv

Mamata asks cops to ensure BSF limits, riles guv

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

In a letter to the chief minister, Dhankhar urged Banerjee to take appropriate steps urgently and address the issue in public and national interest.

Ex-paramilitary personnel begin stir over demand for OROP

Ex-paramilitary personnel begin stir over demand for OROP

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

Close to 300 of these veterans assembled at the protest site, very close to where a similar agitation is being held by the ex-servicemen of the armed forces for the prompt implementation of the OROP for them.

Meet with PM, mega parade: Team India's schedule on July 4

Meet with PM, mega parade: Team India's schedule on July 4

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

The Prime Minister has organised a reception for the team at his residence at 11 am.

Bhabha Kavach to protect CAPFs from AK-47 bullets

Bhabha Kavach to protect CAPFs from AK-47 bullets

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

Each Bhabha Kavach has four hard armour plates, which protect the wearer from the front, back, and either side. It can protect CAPF personnel from 7.62 mm bullets fired from AK-47 rifles -- the chosen weapon of terrorists from Kashmir to Bastar.

RG Kar: 'My Daughter Was Killed Elsewhere'

RG Kar: 'My Daughter Was Killed Elsewhere'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

'A murder has occurred in the room, but there were no signs of struggle.' 'RG Kar says the body was discovered at 9:30 am. But the media was informed at 8:30 am.' 'We realised that crucial evidence was being destroyed.' 'She had several bite marks on her neck, but no swab was collected.' 'My daughter had 28 injuries on her body. But there was no DNA of the assailant under her nails.' 'Are you saying she did not try to defend herself?'

What are the favourite arms of Indian militants?

What are the favourite arms of Indian militants?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2009

Russian AK series rifles, South African Under Barrel Grenade Launchers and Israeli snipers seem to be favourites of Indian militants as a large number of them have been seized by the Central Reserve Police Force in the recent past in different parts of the country. The CRPF, in its operations against Naxals and militants, has seized 1,714 arms, which include Belgium-made gas and sten gun, China-made pistols, US- made SMG Thomson, MIUS and .22 rifles.

CRPF probes how 137 men of one battalion contracted COVID-19

CRPF probes how 137 men of one battalion contracted COVID-19

Rediff.com5 May 2020

"The coronavirus outbreak in the 31st battalion of the force has been viewed seriously. The Director General (DG) has directed to gear up the force to face the challenge of the pandemic during 'hotspot policing' duties and while rendering other security related tasks," a senior officer said.

Men found charred: 1 accused sent to police custody

Men found charred: 1 accused sent to police custody

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

Members of Hindu outfits including Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal held a protest in Gurugram, demanding a CBI inquiry in the case.

Why Meiteis Want Assam Rifles Replaced In Manipur

Why Meiteis Want Assam Rifles Replaced In Manipur

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

'The Assam Rifles are supporting the Kuki-narco terrorists.'

J&K arms licenses case: More than what meets the eye

J&K arms licenses case: More than what meets the eye

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

'The bureaucracy in J&K feel completely disowned by the Centre.' 'The majority of officers under the scanner have not committed any irregularities and the Centre knows that.'

How forces are keeping VIPs safe during poll campaign

How forces are keeping VIPs safe during poll campaign

Rediff.com16 May 2019

The Special Protection Group, the National Security Guard, the Central Reserve Police Force, the Central Industrial Security Force and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police are ensuring a watertight VIP security cover everyday to politicians campaigning across the country.

91 killed during stir against PM Hasina in Bangladesh; curfew imposed

91 killed during stir against PM Hasina in Bangladesh; curfew imposed

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

The clashes broke out this morning when protesters attending a non-cooperation programme to demand the government's resignation faced opposition from the supporters of the Awami League, Chhatra League, and Jubo League activists.

Orissa: Maoists kill abducted police inspector

Orissa: Maoists kill abducted police inspector

Rediff.com17 Jul 2009

Maoists shot dead a police officer they had abducted, even as a Central Reserve Police Force jawan was killed in a landmine explosion during the combing operation launched to rescue him, at Chandiposh forest area, approximately 50 km from Rourkela in Orissa on Friday. The body of Sub-Inspector Ajit Bardhan, 30, who was abducted by armed Maoists late on Thursday night, was recovered during a combing operation. CRPF jawan, Abdul Rafiq, 29, was killed in a landmine explosion.

Music, mistrust and a maestro's love for Kashmir

Music, mistrust and a maestro's love for Kashmir

Rediff.com8 Sep 2013

Vaihayasi Pande Daniel, who is in Srinagar for the Zubin Mehta concert, gets a feel of the emotions at play on ground zero

Police, paramilitary await 'martyr' status even after 31,895 deaths

Police, paramilitary await 'martyr' status even after 31,895 deaths

Rediff.com20 Oct 2013

The paramilitary and police forces in the country have lost 31,895 personnel in the last 53 years in the line of duty but they are still fighting for the "martyr" status for the dead officers and men like in the armed forces.

India hasn't forgotten, won't forget Pulwama attack: Doval

India hasn't forgotten, won't forget Pulwama attack: Doval

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

The NSA said the country will always be indebted to security personnel and their families.

Striking Bengal docs await govt response to email

Striking Bengal docs await govt response to email

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

The e-mail, detailing the points which were discussed and agreed upon between the two sides and also those which weren't, was sent as per the state's requirement based on which the government is expected to issue directives, the doctors said.

'Unhappy with talks', Bengal doctors to continue 'cease work'

'Unhappy with talks', Bengal doctors to continue 'cease work'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

The second round of talks between junior doctors and officials of the West Bengal government failed to break the medics' strike over the RG Kar issue, following the state's refusal to give written minutes of the meeting, the doctors alleged.

Heart attack, malaria killed three times more CRPF men than ops

Heart attack, malaria killed three times more CRPF men than ops

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

Thrice the number of Central Reserve Police Force jawans fell prey to depression, heart attack and malaria than were killed in anti-Naxal operations across the country between 2009-2013, a parliamentary panel has found.

3 Naxals killed in encounter with security forces in Chh'garh

3 Naxals killed in encounter with security forces in Chh'garh

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

Three Naxals were killed on Tuesday in a gun-battle with security forces in Chhattisgarh's worst insurgency-hit Sukma district.

Manipur: 12 bunkers destroyed in 24 hours

Manipur: 12 bunkers destroyed in 24 hours

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

A statement issued by the Manipur police stated that the state police and central forces conducted a search operation in Tamenglong, Imphal East, Bishnupur, Kangpokpi, Churachandpur and Kakching districts and destroyed 12 bunkers both in the Hill and the Valley.

'The situation in Manipur is hopeless'

'The situation in Manipur is hopeless'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'The central government forces are supporting one group and the state government forces are supporting another group and this is resulting in non-stop cross-firing, which has resulted in the killing of many innocent people.'

RK Nagar bypoll ends with record 77.68% turnout

RK Nagar bypoll ends with record 77.68% turnout

Rediff.com21 Dec 2017

The 2015 RK Nagar bypoll, in which Jayalalithaa was elected by a huge margin of 1.5 lakh votes, had witnessed a record 75% turnout

Anti-Agnipath protester killed in police firing had cleared Army tests

Anti-Agnipath protester killed in police firing had cleared Army tests

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

The deceased, an unfortunate first casualty of the ongoing protests against the Centre's new recruitment policy for the Armed forces, hailed from Dabeerpet village in Warangal district of Telangana.

SC asks Centre, Manipur to ensure people's safety; urges to avoid hate speech

SC asks Centre, Manipur to ensure people's safety; urges to avoid hate speech

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

The top court also took note of the submissions about objectionable public utterances by some groups and individuals.

2 Naxalites carrying Rs 11 lakh bounty killed in encounter in Sukma

2 Naxalites carrying Rs 11 lakh bounty killed in encounter in Sukma

Rediff.com8 May 2023

They were identified as LOS commander Erra and woman cadre Podiyam Bhime, deputy commander of the same squad, Sharma said.

Centre bans Jammu and Kashmir Ghaznavi Force, declares Rinda a terrorist

Centre bans Jammu and Kashmir Ghaznavi Force, declares Rinda a terrorist

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

According to a notification issued by the ministry, the JKGF has been involved in infiltration bids, narcotics and weapon smuggling, terror attacks in the Union territory, and threats to security forces.

1,000 drones to light up Delhi sky at Beating Retreat ceremony

1,000 drones to light up Delhi sky at Beating Retreat ceremony

Rediff.com29 Jan 2022

In a first, a grand drone show will dazzle the sky above the national capital during the Beating the Retreat ceremony to be held at Vijay Chowk on Saturday as part of the country's 73rd Republic Day celebrations.

Wednesday's vote count for Delhi polls to see 10,000 policemen, 42 counting centres

Wednesday's vote count for Delhi polls to see 10,000 policemen, 42 counting centres

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Authorities in New Delhi are all geared up for the counting of votes polled in the Delhi municipal elections, with officials saying 42 centres have been set up for the Wednesday exercise which will begin at 8 am amid tight security.

'Drone followed us and dropped an explosive'

'Drone followed us and dropped an explosive'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Drones are a new technology added recently to the weapons used in the violence between the two large ethnic groups -- Meitei and Kuki -- in the northeastern state, which left over 200 people dead since May last year.

Govt relaxes rules to boost investment, employment in manufacturing of arms

Govt relaxes rules to boost investment, employment in manufacturing of arms

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

To boost the 'Make in India' initiative, the Union home ministry has liberalised the Arms Rules to encourage investment in the manufacturing of arms, ammunition and weapon systems in the country.

Ruckus in RK Nagar over cash distribution, Rs 13 lakh seized

Ruckus in RK Nagar over "cash distribution," Rs 13 lakh seized

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

On Saturday, in locations including Korukkupet at R K Nagar allegations of cash distribution were made against some men, whose identity was not known immediately.

5 Lashkar terrorists among 6 ultras killed in 2 encounters in J-K

5 Lashkar terrorists among 6 ultras killed in 2 encounters in J-K

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Security forces had launched a cordon-and-search operation in Nehama village of Kulgam following information about the presence of terrorists in the area on Thursday, the officials said.

Amit Shah requests Owaisi to accept Z category security

Amit Shah requests Owaisi to accept Z category security

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

Shots were fired at Owaisi's car on February 3, 2022 in Uttar Pradesh following which two persons were arrested and arms were also recovered.

CRPF to pull out from Baramulla

CRPF to pull out from Baramulla

Rediff.com1 Jul 2009

The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday night decided to replace the paramilitary, central reserve police force (CRPF) with Jammu and Kashmir armed police (JKAP) in Baramulla town, after one more youth died in the CRPF firing in the town.

Black box of crashed Nepal plane recovered

Black box of crashed Nepal plane recovered

Rediff.com31 May 2022

The plane was found scattered at an altitude of 4,200 metres, a four-hour uphill hike from the centre of Thasang Village Municipality.

Attack on CISF team led to Cooch Behar firing: Sources

Attack on CISF team led to Cooch Behar firing: Sources

Rediff.com10 Apr 2021

The crowd allegedly beat up a homeguard jawan and an ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) worker and also tried to snatch the weapon of the on-duty CISF personnel when they intervened, they said.