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Indian police used force to disperse youth protesters in Jharkhand who were demonstrating against alleged irregularities in recent examinations and demanding an overhaul of the system. The protests have garnered attention from political figures, including Rahul Gandhi, who criticized the use of force.
Indian police used pellet guns, sticks, and tear gas to halt a youth march. The forceful intervention prevented the demonstrators from proceeding.
West Bengal Police STF arrested Arpita Sarkar, linked to suspected terrorist Hamim Mondal, as part of an investigation into an alleged plot to cause disturbances at Jantar Mantar, reportedly under instructions from Pakistan.
An analysis of police powers, protester rights, and the law on the use of force in India, highlighting that new legislation like BNSS and BNS does not mandate body-worn cameras or compulsory videography for crowd control.
Indian police used tear gas, batons, and pellet guns to crack down on protesters, who were mockingly called 'cockroaches' by authorities. Despite the police action, protesters responded by creating memes about the incident.
Thousands of protesters were blocked by police from marching on India's parliament, leading to demands from Left MPs for a statement from Amit Shah in Parliament regarding the police action.
Indian police fired tear gas at supporters of the 'Cockroaches' movement during a march towards parliament, leading to clashes.
Indian police used tear gas and batons to disperse thousands of 'Cockroach' movement youth protesters attempting to march to the parliament building in New Delhi. The demonstration saw clashes between activists and law enforcement, with some protesters reportedly throwing eggs and water bottles at official vehicles.
Police in India are searching for the killer of a young Punjabi singer, alleging that the chief suspect in the high-profile murder case has fled to Canada.
Six police officers, including the Deputy Commissioner of Police for Surat Special Operations Group, have been promoted to the Indian Police Service (IPS).
Indian police have arrested eight individuals on allegations of theft and misappropriation of offerings at the Ram Mandir temple, a site central to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu-first politics.
Police in Manipur, India, arrested one individual after intercepting a fake Army vehicle used to smuggle 15.35 kg of opium. The drugs were found concealed in a compartment under the rear right door of the vehicle.
An Indian Police Service (IPS) officer has taken his seven-year battle to resign from his position to the Supreme Court after three previous rejections of his request.
Indian police have announced the busting of a Pakistan-backed terror group in a multi-state operation, leading to the arrest of eight individuals.
An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) was shot dead near Amritsar, marking the third police officer murder in the region in three months.
Uttar Pradesh police have invoked the stringent Gangsters Act against ten gym owners in Mirzapur, accusing them of running a racket that allegedly forced over fifty women into religious conversion and sexual exploitation.
Indian police are observing a trend where murder suspects are allegedly drawing inspiration from crime thrillers, particularly the film 'Drishyam,' for their cover-up methods. Recent cases across several states show accused individuals attempting to hide bodies and destroy evidence in ways reminiscent of cinematic plots.
Police in the southern Indian state of Telangana reported that 47 Maoist members have surrendered, choosing to join the mainstream, and stated that most remaining underground key leaders have been neutralized.
Following elevations in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), 22 police officers in Haryana are now seeking promotions to the Indian Police Service (IPS) ranks.
Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Manoj Ninama has opted for voluntary retirement, leading to speculation about a potential political debut.
Nine police officers in India have been sentenced to death for beating a father and son to death in Tamil Nadu in June 2020. The victims were killed for violating COVID-19 quarantine rules.
Nine police officers have been sentenced to death in the Sathankulam custody case, where Jeyaraj and Beniks died after being brutally assaulted by police in 2020 for keeping their shop open past lockdown hours.
Indian police displays seized weapons from Maoist rebels Kuwait Times
An Indian Police Service (IPS) officer has been suspended following allegations of harassment made by a colleague's wife.
Indian police conducted a large operation, seizing over 20,000 pirated book copies, including works by Arundhati Roy and Haruki Murakami, from warehouses and a printing press, dismantling a significant production ring.
The Punjab government has announced it will follow rules by sending a panel of Indian Police Service (IPS) officers for the appointment of the Director General of Police (DGP).
Yogi Adityanath's administration has constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the murders that occurred at the Badaun HPCL plant.
An Assistant Sub-Inspector, Jagjit Singh, was tragically beaten to death in his native village near Amritsar, India, following a personal dispute.
A senior Indian Police Service officer from Bihar cadre, M Sunil Naik, was questioned by Andhra Pradesh police for seven hours in connection with an alleged custodial assault case involving a former MP.
Police initially denied but later granted permission for a rally at Jantar Mantar, imposing specific conditions on the event.
Police in Jharkhand, India, used tear gas and water cannons to disperse student protesters demanding reforms to examination processes. The demonstrations saw students clashing with authorities.
Delhi Police Crime Branch has arrested Rajinder Bairagi, also known as 'Dr Jhatka,' 28 years after he allegedly murdered a police officer at a wedding.
Sidharth Luthra stated that lathicharge was not intended to intimidate protesters and that online posts could be removed, addressing concerns about police actions and digital content regulation.
Police in India are utilizing 360-degree cameras and AI facial recognition technology to monitor a protest taking place at Jantar Mantar.
Jharkhand has yet to install a single CCTV camera in its police stations, while Himachal Pradesh is the only state to have received central government funds for the initiative.
Thousands of Indian youth, dubbed 'Cockroach activists,' marched towards Parliament in Delhi to protest alleged NEET exam leaks, resulting in violent clashes with police. Over 170 protesters and 118 police officers were injured as authorities used batons and tear gas to disperse the demonstration.
Indian riot police in New Delhi used batons to disperse thousands of students marching towards parliament, who were demanding the immediate resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam leak scandals.
Sonam Wangchuk's wife announced that he would end his hunger strike under certain conditions, ahead of a planned march to Parliament, amidst ongoing concerns for his health and government actions.
Violent protests have erupted across an Indian state following the rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl, leading to dozens of arrests. The incident has sparked widespread public outrage and demonstrations.
An Indian Police Service (IPS) officer has been arrested for allegedly demanding a 3 crore rupee bribe to 'fix' a CBI fake drugs case, with new reports detailing the specific charges.
A man with 30 theft cases on record attacked a police officer with a knife, prompting the officer to open fire.
TMC leader and former minister Arup Biswas has received a third police notice concerning the Lionel Messi "GOAT India Tour" event, requiring his appearance for questioning.
A senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer has advocated for a foreign travel ban on unruly Indian citizens who tarnish the nation's reputation abroad, noting that visa rules are becoming stricter.
A senior Tamil Nadu police officer is facing public outrage and backlash after a video showed her laughing before a press briefing on a brutal girl's rape-murder case, raising questions about insensitivity.
Police in Pathankot, India, have successfully busted a racket involved in spying for Pakistani intelligence, leading to the arrest of one individual. The operation uncovered a network providing sensitive information across the border.
An Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, whose life story was the inspiration for the film '12th Fail,' has been assigned a significant position in Mumbai as part of a larger transfer of over 50 IPS officials in Maharashtra.
Police in Rajkot, India, have seized 108 kilograms of ganja, which was reportedly brought from Odisha. Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the large drug bust.
Indian police have reported that 47 Maoist rebels have surrendered to authorities.
A former Indian Police Service officer, K.P. Raghuvanshi, shares his views on the essential qualities of policing, emphasizing the need for empathy, honesty, and impartiality.
Police in Gujarat, India, have discovered an illegal cannabis plantation worth Rs 2.6 lakh in Isrodia village, leading to the arrest of the owner in a crackdown on narcotics.
Nine police officers in India have been found guilty of the murder of a father and son while they were in custody.
Significant changes are being introduced to Bihar's civil services examination, with Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Police Service (IPS) officers now being included in the interview panels of the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC).
Indian police informed a court that they are investigating 13 individuals for allegedly supporting Maoist/Naxalite ideologies, responding to accusations of illegal detention of students and activists.
Police in India have initiated a supplementary investigation into the Mundhwa land deal, indicating ongoing scrutiny of the transaction.
A new Bill in India is being explained for its potential to ensure the dominance of Indian Police Service (IPS) officers within the ranks of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF).
A Sub-Inspector in India's Karimnagar district reportedly ended his life four days after the death of his wife.
Indian authorities arrest two members of a Nigerian cybercrime syndicate for their involvement in hacking cooperative banks and siphoning millions. Read More: https://punchng.com/cybercrime-indian-police-arrest-two-nigerians/
A police constable in India has been suspended following an alleged attempt to abuse a woman.
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Wednesday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the national capital and sought allocation of additional Indian Police Service (IPS) officers for the state.
Police in Gujarat's Rajkot have arrested three individuals, including a Telangana man, in connection with a massive Rs 1500 crore cyber fraud racket, bringing the total arrests to nine.
In Uttar Pradesh, young officers from the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Forest Service (IFS) will guide government inter-college students in preparing for competitive examinations.
Indian citizens no longer need to visit a police station for passport verification, simplifying the application process.
A police officer in Siwan, India, has been suspended after being filmed firing an AK-47 rifle at students protesting the NEET exam. Authorities stated there were no orders to open fire during the demonstration.
Indian police are accused of 'absolute brutality' against peaceful protesters demonstrating against exam fraud, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vowed stringent punishment for those involved in the fraud.
Indian police are facing criticism for their brutal crackdown on supporters protesting for the Cockroach Janta Party.
A trainee Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, who was accused of sexual harassment, has reportedly attempted suicide.
Thousands of demonstrators clashed with Indian police in New Delhi, as supporters of the 'Cockroach Protest' movement marched towards parliament to demand the education minister's resignation. This marks the largest confrontation to date.
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk was forcibly moved to a hospital after his health deteriorated during a weeks-long hunger strike, but his wife confirmed he is continuing his protest demanding the education minister's resignation over alleged exam leaks.
Gunder Preet Singh, an active police chief in India, has reportedly been charged with attempting to extort $400,000 from a family in Los Angeles.
Mahesh Dixit, a medical doctor who chose the Indian Police Service, has been appointed as India's first Intelligence Chief with a medical background, marking a unique career path.
Indian police are investigating allegations of embezzlement at the Ram Mandir temple in northern India, a site central to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu-first politics.
A deadly fire at a Delhi hotel claimed 21 lives, including an African couple, leading to the arrest of the hotel owner and prompting a city-wide crackdown on fire safety violations.
Police arrested a relative who allegedly killed an elderly couple after they refused to give him money, highlighting a tragic incident of familial violence.
Police in Pune, India, uncovered an interstate drug syndicate after discovering two drums at a secluded spot in Baramati, leading to a major bust.
The Bengal BJP government has issued an order prohibiting Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and other state government employees from speaking to the media without prior approval.
Indian authorities have arrested three individuals, including a software engineer, for allegedly duping 600 people of Rs 99 crore through a fake trading application.
India's Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a case against a woman police officer and another individual for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 28 lakhs.
Police from Madhya Pradesh arrived in Kochi to investigate a controversial inter-faith marriage involving a viral influencer, amidst allegations from her family that she is underage, while the woman asserts she is 18.
Bengal Police have booked Humayun Kabir, chief of the AJUP, following a viral sting operation that claimed a secret pact with the BJP involving a 1,000-crore rupee deal.
Indian police are planning to equip all PCR vans with dashcams and officers with bodycams. This initiative aims to expedite investigations, address evidence gaps, deter misconduct, and enhance accountability and public trust.
An Indian court has sentenced nine police officers to death for the torture and murder of a father and son in 2020, who were arrested for violating Covid-19 curfew rules.
Karnataka Police have arrested a Delhi man for allegedly selling wheat flour disguised as "Ayurvedic" medicine for weight loss, exposing a fraudulent scheme.
Police in India have arrested a woman's husband and a friend in connection with her murder, after her body was discovered in a field.
Indian Prime Minister Modi and US President Trump held talks, raising concerns over disruptions in global energy supply chains due to the West Asia war, as India continues to face a gas shortage and panic, with its economy struggling and calls for Modi to focus on domestic solutions.
Home Minister Amit Shah is set to introduce the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, in the Rajya Sabha, which proposes that 50% of Inspector General posts in CAPFs be filled by deputation from the Indian Police Service.
A police officer in Khar, India, who was investigating a property dispute, has been caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs 1.5 lakh by the Anti-Corruption Bureau.
Indian police arrested two Bangladeshi citizens who illegally crossed the border, suspected of murdering a popular student leader in Dhaka.
The Union Public Service Commission has announced the final results of the Civil Services Examination 2025 after the written test and personality interviews. A total of 958 candidates have been recommended for appointment to the Indian Administrative Service, Indian Foreign Service, Indian Police Service and other Central Services. The commission has also maintained a reserve list of 258 candidates. The results remain subject to verification of reservation claims and other eligibility conditi...
Police in Uttar Pradesh, India, have dismantled a massive GST evasion racket involving 1,200 bogus firms operating in 20 states, arresting the alleged kingpin and three associates.
Indian police have dismantled a Pakistan-backed terror plot in India, involving posters in Delhi and multi-state raids to apprehend suspects.