News for 'police constable'

UP govt suspends 4 GRP constables

UP govt suspends 4 GRP constables

Rediff.com16 Jan 2006

Several doctors were injured in a clash with a group of Provincial Armed Constabulary jawans in Allahabad-bound Meerut Nauchandi Express train near Moradabad in Uttar Pradesh.

Jaitley CDR case: Constable claims false implication

Jaitley CDR case: Constable claims false implication

Rediff.com7 Mar 2013

Delhi Police constable Arvind Dabas, arrested along with three others in the Arun Jaitley phone tapping case, told a local court that he has been being falsely implicated and there is no direct evidence against him.

UP: Outsiders banned from camps set up for kanwariyas

UP: Outsiders banned from camps set up for kanwariyas

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

A senior Uttar Pradesh government official has issued directives to ensure the safe and smooth completion of the Kanwar Yatra, including banning outsiders from entering camps, enforcing a ban on single-use plastic, and providing basic facilities to kanwariyas.

ATS constable sent cash to Malegaon blast accused: RTI

ATS constable sent cash to Malegaon blast accused: RTI

Rediff.com15 Nov 2011

In response to an RTI query filed by Gulzaar Azmi, general secretary (legal cell) of a socio-cultural organisation, Jamiat Ulama-E-Maharashtra, it was found that Sadashiv Abhimanyu Patil, a constable attached to Nashik unit of ATS, had sent Rs 1,000 thrice to accused Abrar Ahmed through money order in August, September and November 2008 from his residential address at police headquarters in Nashik.

Yogi's guarantee: 2 lakh jobs in 2 years, 20% of them for women

Yogi's guarantee: 2 lakh jobs in 2 years, 20% of them for women

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

The Yogi Adityanath government will create two lakh jobs in the next two years, of which 20 percent will be reserved for women.

'This Reshuffle Is Classic Modi-Shah Showmanship'

'This Reshuffle Is Classic Modi-Shah Showmanship'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'If the BJP seriously addresses employment, examination integrity and systemic corruption, they might salvage their position. Otherwise, they are heading toward serious trouble in 2027.'

Dharmasthala 'burial' case: K'taka govt may replace SIT chief

Dharmasthala 'burial' case: K'taka govt may replace SIT chief

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that senior IPS officer Pronab Mohanty, who is heading the SIT probing the allegations of mass burials in Dharmasthala, will be replaced if he goes on central government duty.

Jaipur jail inmates bribe cops for day out with wives, girlfriends

Jaipur jail inmates bribe cops for day out with wives, girlfriends

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Four inmates from Jaipur Central Jail allegedly bribed their way to a day out in the city, including hotel stays, poha breakfasts, and reunions with family. The inmates secured medical checkups at the SMS Hospital but never showed up for their appointments. They were caught after failing to return to jail by the 5:30 PM deadline. The police have arrested 13 people, including the inmates, their relatives, and the escorting constables, who were also allegedly involved in the scheme. The outing was reportedly arranged through a middleman and involved a network of bribes, unauthorized mobile use, and alleged threats to VIPs. The case is under investigation, and police are searching the Jaipur Central Jail.

5 Chandigarh constables sacked for 'raping minor for weeks'

5 Chandigarh constables sacked for 'raping minor for weeks'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2013

Five Chandigarh police constables were arrested on Friday and dismissed from service on the charge of raping a minor girl.

2 Meghalaya trainee constables forced to drink urine

2 Meghalaya trainee constables forced to drink urine

Rediff.com11 Aug 2012

Two police constables in Meghalaya were forced to drink the urine of their fellow trainees by their instructor as punishment following a minor scuffle in the camp, official sources said today.

Mumbai rape case: Constable challenges conviction

Mumbai rape case: Constable challenges conviction

Rediff.com3 May 2006

More was imprisoned for 12 years.

Constable killed in blast in Budgam

Constable killed in blast in Budgam

Rediff.com17 Apr 2003

One police constable was killed and 13 others, including a paramilitary soldier, were seriously injured in a powerful blast at Magam in central Kashmir's Budgam district on Thursday afternoon.

Raj cops' sex scandal: Woman constable held

Raj cops' sex scandal: Woman constable held

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

A suspended woman constable, purportedly figuring in two video clips while indulging in sexual activities with a Rajasthan Police Service officer before her six-year-old son, was on Sunday arrested by the Special Operation Group of the police.

Ghazipur stone pelting: Slain cop's son slams 'dysfunctional' police force

Ghazipur stone pelting: Slain cop's son slams 'dysfunctional' police force

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

The bereaved son also expressed disappointment over the country's pompous 'VIP culture'.

Patna hospital murder: 5 accused held in Kolkata; 5 cops suspended

Patna hospital murder: 5 accused held in Kolkata; 5 cops suspended

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Five individuals have been arrested in New Town, Kolkata, in connection with the murder of gangster Chandan Mishra in a Patna hospital. The arrests were made following a joint operation by the Patna Police and West Bengal STF.

Woman constable gang raped by dacoits in Jharkhand

Woman constable gang raped by dacoits in Jharkhand

Rediff.com24 Aug 2013

A woman police constable, on her way with family members to cremate her brother-in-law, was allegedly gang raped by a gang of dacoits on National Highway 75 near Jagaldaga in Latehar district of Jharkhand, police said on Saturday.

Narivetta Review: Tovino Thomas Is Exceptional

Narivetta Review: Tovino Thomas Is Exceptional

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Narivetta takes its cue from real-life incidents and fictionalises the ordeal through the experiences of a young cop caught in the crossfire between the police and tribals up in arms, notes Arjun Menon.

177 security personnel die by suicide since 2019 in Chhattisgarh: Govt

177 security personnel die by suicide since 2019 in Chhattisgarh: Govt

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

The Chhattisgarh assembly was informed that 177 security and police personnel, including those from paramilitary forces, have committed suicide in the state in the last six-and-a-half years. Family, personal issues, and health problems are cited as reasons.

Cop who danced on Tej Pratap's order during Holi celebrations, shifted

Cop who danced on Tej Pratap's order during Holi celebrations, shifted

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

Tej Pratap Yadav, an RJD leader and former Bihar minister, has been criticized for ordering his security guard to dance during Holi celebrations. The constable was sent to the police lines after he danced in uniform during the festivities at Yadav's residence. The incident has sparked controversy, with many criticizing Yadav's behavior. The incident also highlights the blurring of lines between personal and official duties in India, where politicians often use their positions to exert influence over subordinates.

Army officer's friend alleges sexual harassment by Odisha police

Army officer's friend alleges sexual harassment by Odisha police

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Taking suo motu cognisance of the incident, the NCW sought an action taken report from the DGP.

Inspector Zende Review: Mildly Amusing

Inspector Zende Review: Mildly Amusing

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Inspector Zende had the potential to be genuinely entertaining. Instead, it settles for formulaic fun, observes Mayur Sanap.

Nagpur rioters tried to disrobe female cop, reveals FIR

Nagpur rioters tried to disrobe female cop, reveals FIR

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

A group of rioters allegedly touched a woman constable inappropriately and tried to disrobe her during violence in Nagpur, sparked by protests against Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb. The mob also hurled petrol bombs at the police. Authorities have arrested 51 rioters and filed 57 charges against them.

Cop replaces bribe notes in court, blames rats, booked

Cop replaces bribe notes in court, blames rats, booked

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

A head constable has been booked for changing bribe notes in court claiming the original ones were nibbled by rats at the police station where they were stored, officials said on Sunday.

Container truck mows down cop in Gujarat during check, driver flees

Container truck mows down cop in Gujarat during check, driver flees

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

A container truck mowed down constable Karansinh Raj (40) around 1 am on a highway near Borsad town, he said.

Constable alleges Trinamool MP slapped him; police, MP deny

Constable alleges Trinamool MP slapped him; police, MP deny

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

A traffic constable on duty on Wednesday alleged that Trinamool Congress MP Prasun Banerjee slapped him when his car was not allowed to "forcibly enter" a road, a charge which the parliamentarian denied.

CoBRA commando killed by Moiasts awarded Shaurya Chakra

CoBRA commando killed by Moiasts awarded Shaurya Chakra

Rediff.com23 May 2025

A CoBRA commando of the CRPF, who was fatally shot by a Maoist sniper while establishing a new base in Chhattisgarh, was posthumously awarded the Shaurya Chakra, India's third highest peacetime gallantry medal. Constable Pawan Kumar and Constable Devan C, both from the 201 CoBRA battalion, were recognized for their bravery and courage in the face of a Naxal attack. In addition to the two posthumous awards, five other CRPF personnel received the Shaurya Chakra for their roles in two separate operations against Naxals.

Terrorists behind killing of J-K constable eliminated in encounter

Terrorists behind killing of J-K constable eliminated in encounter

Rediff.com22 Jul 2018

Constable Mohammad Saleem Shah, who was on leave, was abducted by terrorists from his residence in Mutalhama area of Kulgam in south Kashmir on Friday.

TN traffic constable shifted out for slapping delivery man

TN traffic constable shifted out for slapping delivery man

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

The policeman abused and slapped the food delivery person twice, and snatched his mobile phone, while also damaging the motorcycle, the video recorded by another commuter showed.

Ex-constable releases book on Naxalite's killing

Ex-constable releases book on Naxalite's killing

Rediff.com17 Oct 2005

Autobiography of ex-police constable released

Bengaluru techie stabs married woman to death for ending illicit affair

Bengaluru techie stabs married woman to death for ending illicit affair

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

A 33-year-old married woman was stabbed to death allegedly by her male friend for ending their illicit relationship, police said in Bengaluru on Monday.

CAPF constable exam to be held in 13 regional languages

CAPF constable exam to be held in 13 regional languages

Rediff.com15 Apr 2023

In addition to Hindi and English, the question paper will be set in 13 regional languages -- Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Marathi, Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Odia, Urdu, Punjabi, Manipuri and Konkani.

All-women security cover for Modi's event on March 8

All-women security cover for Modi's event on March 8

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

A security cover comprising only women police personnel will be deployed at a mega event to be addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Gujarat's Navsari district on the occasion of International Women's Day on March 8, a state minister has said.

Salman hit-and-run case: Constable retracts statement

Salman hit-and-run case: Constable retracts statement

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

He denied carrying the blood vials in an iron container; said he took them in an envelope.

Truckers' stir turns violent in Surat; cop beaten up, 23 held

Truckers' stir turns violent in Surat; cop beaten up, 23 held

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

The incident took place near Magdalla Port on Dumas road when a large number of truck drivers blocked the road demanding withdrawal of the new law on hit-and-run cases, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone-6) Rajesh Parmar said.

Shaurya Chakra awardee's mother not deported, family thanks GOI

Shaurya Chakra awardee's mother not deported, family thanks GOI

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Days after the Pahalgam terror attack, Jammu and Kashmir authorities have deported 59 Pakistani nationals, including the mother of Shaurya Chakra awardee Constable Mudasir Ahmad Sheikh. The Pakistani nationals were living in the valley for decades and were transported to Punjab for repatriation. However, the mother of the deceased soldier was later allowed to stay back. The deportation comes after the Indian government announced a slew of measures against Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam attack, including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty and the downgrading of diplomatic relations.

Maha cop who underwent sex change surgery becomes father

Maha cop who underwent sex change surgery becomes father

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Born as Lalita Salve in June 1988. She joined the police force in 2010 as a woman. But the cop started noticing changes in the body in 2013 and underwent medical tests, which confirmed the presence of Y chromosome.

'Operation Momos': How killer on the run for 4 yrs nabbed

'Operation Momos': How killer on the run for 4 yrs nabbed

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

In December 2021, the victim was abducted and stabbed to death by a group of men after his social media post sparked criticism. While the other accused were arrested, Joshi managed to escape and was declared a proclaimed offender by a court in June 2022.

Police tech team goes over 1000 video clips of Bahraich violence

Police tech team goes over 1000 video clips of Bahraich violence

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

This "Special Eleven Team" has been equipped with a dedicated control room, a senior officer said.

Srinagar: BSF constable remanded to police custody

Srinagar: BSF constable remanded to police custody

Rediff.com25 Feb 2010

A Border Security Force constable arrested in connection with the killing of a 16-year-old boy in the Kashmir Valley which had sparked widespread protests earlier in February, has been remanded in 11-day judicial custody.