Ahead of OsunDecides2026, political figures are urging supporters to monitor voters' choices and protect their votes. Allegations have also surfaced regarding police personnel from Rivers being brought in to cause mayhem.

Two police personnel have been martyred in a firing incident in Lahore's Badami Bagh, prompting police raids to arrest suspects, with Rehan Butt identified as the alleged main suspect.

The Assistant Superintendent of Police in charge of the Adaklu District Police Command, Esther Buakuma, has requested residential accommodation for police personnel in the district.

Jammu and Kashmir has revised its compensation norms, offering Rs 25 lakh for soldiers killed in action, Rs 12 lakh for police personnel, and Rs 2 lakh for ex-servicemen.

The Malaysian government has, in principle, agreed to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and expedite the promotion process for military and police personnel.

Two police personnel were injured in Peshawar when an improvised explosive device (IED) blast targeted a police van. The incident occurred near the vehicle, causing injuries to the officers.

More than 4,000 police personnel will be deployed to ensure security for the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly elections, scheduled for August 2 for migrant seats in the Rawalpindi division.

Rahul Gandhi responded to a reporter's question about a press conference held by relatives of injured Delhi police personnel, who sought justice for those hurt during a protest.

Families of Delhi Police personnel injured during recent protests stated that their suffering has been overlooked amidst allegations of police brutality against students, with one relative claiming their father was almost lynched near Jantar Mantar.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Member of Parliament Balbir Seechewal has offered to give up his security detail in response to a reported shortage of police personnel in Punjab.

Two individuals serving life sentences for murder have married inside Jodhpur Jail. The couple completed customary Hindu wedding rituals with jail officials and police personnel serving as witnesses.

Thousands attended the funeral prayers in Quetta for police personnel martyred in a recent attack in Ziarat, as a sit-in protest in the city concluded.

Security arrangements for the Puri Rath Yatra are being significantly enhanced with the deployment of 19 IPS officers and 12,000 police personnel, incorporating lessons learned from last year's event.

Odisha has implemented a comprehensive security plan for the Puri Rath Yatra, involving 12,000 police personnel, crowd control, traffic management, emergency response, and drone surveillance.

Two police personnel from Maharashtra have been arrested in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district for possession of tiger skins. Pangolin scales were also recovered during a follow-up search, indicating a wildlife trafficking operation.

Fourteen police personnel in Gwadar have been dismissed for negligence following an inquiry into an armed attack on the Police Station Center.

The Moldovan government has responded to threats from Kostyuk regarding pension reform for military and police personnel, stating they are open to dialogue. Kostyuk's party has threatened protests if the government does not abandon its plan to raise the retirement age for these groups.

Security preparations for Saturday’s Ekiti governorship election include the deployment of 12,000 police personnel, with state security outfits like Amotekun barred from election duties.

Four law enforcement personnel were martyred and over 20 others injured in a firing incident in Rawalakot. The AJK police confirmed the casualties from the attack.

Delhi police personnel conducted a brave rescue operation at a burning bed-and-breakfast in Hauz Rani, Malviya Nagar. Officers broke walls and smashed windows, with one head constable even hoisting a woman to safety through a ventilation duct, saving multiple occupants.

Six thousand Punjab police personnel are being deployed in Gilgit-Baltistan ahead of the June 7 election, amidst allegations of pre-poll rigging reiterated by the PTI.

Mumbai has deployed 550 police personnel and is monitoring social media to ensure peaceful Bakrid celebrations and maintain communal harmony across the region.

The Mumbai Police on Thursday arrested 16 individuals for allegedly pelting stones and paver blocks at police personnel during the anti-encroachment drive conducted near Bandra railway station (East)…

Two police personnel were killed when a speeding dumper truck collided with their parked police van on the M9 Motorway in Karachi, Pakistan.

A police station in Jahangiri Mohalla, Asansol, was attacked with stones after police personnel requested mosque authorities to reduce the volume of their loudspeaker following a complaint.

Portugal's Minister of Internal Administration (MAI) revealed that 30 GNR military personnel and 14 PSP police officers have been expelled since February, with the minister vowing a firm stance against deviant behavior, coinciding with the arrest of 24 PSP agents.

Peru suspects Russia of having forcibly enlisted former Peruvian military and police personnel to fight on the Ukrainian front. These individuals were allegedly lured through deceptive job offers on social media, promising security roles or other positions in Russia.

One hundred thirty-six Chandigarh police personnel have been awarded the DGP commendation for their efforts in securing convictions in serious cases. The awards recognize their dedication and success in law enforcement.

Concerns have been raised in the Greek Parliament by a SYRIZA-PS MP regarding the lack of police personnel in Heraklion Prefecture, ahead of the crucial tourist season.

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has remanded a police officer and a policewoman in connection with an alleged RM10,000 bribe to release massage workers.

The Indian state of Karnataka has abolished the colonial-era orderly system within its police force, a move that will see over 3,000 police personnel return to active duty. This reform aims to enhance the efficiency and operational strength of the police department.

Four police personnel in Kelantan, Malaysia, have been remanded for five days in connection with a RM12,000 bribery case.

The Osun State Police Commissioner announced the arrest of three Ilobu chiefs and 16 others in connection with an attack on police personnel, but the community and the Commissioner have differing accounts regarding the arrests.

Border agents are being deployed to enhance security in US airports, working alongside existing airport police personnel.

Twenty-five police personnel have been honored for their swift action in arresting a suspect involved in the murder of a teenaged girl.

Four police personnel in Himachal Pradesh have been arrested on charges of aiding drug traffickers involved in a ₹1 crore LSD smuggling operation.

Seven individuals have been arrested in connection with a money doubling racket, with two police personnel from Maharashtra also reportedly involved in the crime.

The deceased have been identified as Manjunath, Amaresh, and Sachin, all serving as Reserve Sub-Inspectors in the Bengaluru police.

A significant deployment of 27,000 police personnel has been made in Dhaka to ensure security during the upcoming Eid celebrations.

A 26-year-old Dalit man named Aakash died in a hospital after allegedly being blindfolded and brutally assaulted by police personnel while in custody.

Ghana's Inspector-General of Police has launched an investigation into allegations that police personnel in Kibi were involved in the unauthorized withdrawal of GH¢400,000 from a mobile money account.

A total of 181 police personnel from the Capiz Police Provincial Office have been deployed to support security operations for the ASEAN Senior Level Committee on Financial Integration and Related Meetings in Boracay.

A dramatic face-off between Delhi and Himachal Pradesh police personnel occurred over the arrest of three individuals involved in an AI Summit shirtless protest, sparking a debate on jurisdictional authority.

BANNU: A tragic incident during Taraweeh prayers on Wednesday in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bannu district has left the area in mourning after militants raided a mosque and abducted three brothers, two of whom were police personnel. Eyewitnesses reported that 10–12 armed men entered the mosque, held worshippers hostage, and abducted three brothers before fleeing to an unknown location. The abducted individuals were identified as Saeed Akhtar, a clerk at the commissioner’s office, and Amjad and Hazr...

Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has urged Nigeria's acting Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to prioritize and ensure respect for human rights and the withdrawal of police personnel.

A deputy superintendent of police (DSP) and several other police personnel were martyred in a terrorist attack in Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The attack targeted the DSP of Lachi's police vehicle.

An LPG cylinder exploded while fire and police personnel were attempting to extinguish a house fire in northwest Delhi's Majlis Park, injuring 13 people, including officers.

Questions have been raised in Haryana, India, regarding police personnel operating in civilian clothes, with authorities confirming they belong to special units.

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced intentions to make personnel changes in the Military Police and related bodies following the latest non-combat death in the army.

Police in Azad Jammu Kashmir (AJK) allege that eight highway police personnel on election duty were abducted by the proscribed Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC).

The Senior Superintendent of Police in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) reported that eight highway police personnel were abducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) during election duty. Authorities have vowed decisive and the harshest possible action in response.

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno has promoted 25 police personnel for their roles in operations that led to the arrest of robbery suspects and the interception of suspected cocaine at the Tema Harbour.

Key roads in Karachi, including MA Jinnah Road, have been closed and traffic diverted for the Chehlum procession, with 5,000 police personnel deployed to ensure security.

The government informed the Gujarat High Court that it plans to recruit over 27,000 police personnel to enhance capabilities in managing cybercrimes and traffic within the state.

Sambhal has repaired 130 km of Kanwar routes, deployed over 2,000 police personnel, and installed 12,456 CCTV cameras to facilitate the barefoot Kanwar pilgrimage.

Ahead of the Negeri Sembilan polls, police have approved 473 campaign permits and opened 14 investigation papers. Additionally, 22,339 military and police personnel along with their spouses are scheduled to cast early ballots.

Students protesting at Jantar Mantar reported injuries from a police lathicharge, with some alleging police used sticks fitted with nails and screws. Female students also accused women police personnel of slapping them during the incident.

Two separate terrorist attacks in Pakistan resulted in the deaths of three police personnel and injuries to 34 others, with one attack targeting a police convoy in Lower Dir district.

Pune's crime files reveal a series of incidents including bomb hoaxes, grievances from police personnel regarding their plight, and a police investigation that has been stalled due to issues related to VPN usage.

Two police personnel, including a senior officer, were killed and another critically injured after unidentified gunmen opened fire on a routine police patrol in northwest Pakistan.

The Leiria City Council has formally requested the Ministry of Internal Administration for an increase in police personnel, citing a shortage of professionals and a rise in incidents leading to longer response times.

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has deployed more than 9,600 police personnel across Metro Manila in anticipation of the White Ribbon Movement rally.

A police personnel in Kuching sustained head and body injuries after slipping and falling into a six-meter-deep gorge during a village community program.

Nigeria Police Pensions Limited has proposed an increase in the Federal Government’s pension contribution for police personnel from 10% to 20% to ensure decent retirement benefits.

The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi has instructed the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) to deploy armed female police personnel in buses to enhance the safety of women commuters.

A total of 150 police personnel from Islamabad's security division, in addition to 6,000 Punjab police, have been assigned for Gilgit-Baltistan election duty, with 2,000 personnel expected in total.

The Ojude Oba festival, secured by 2,500 Ogun police personnel, featured a breathtaking fusion of heritage and high fashion, with top dignitaries including Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Seyi Tinubu in attendance.

A dispute over a Bakrid goat led to communal tension at a housing society in Mira Road, Mumbai, prompting the deployment of 200 police personnel to the area.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Sarajevo Canton (MUP KS) announced plans to hire an additional 220 police officers. This recruitment drive aims to significantly increase the total number of police personnel in the canton.

Two police personnel were killed when a trailer rammed into their mobile van on the Super Highway. The driver was taken into custody, stating he fell asleep at the wheel.

Police in Pakistan are conducting an investigation into an alleged cocaine queenpin's network, with concerns also raised about possible involvement of police personnel.

Four Uttar Pradesh Police personnel and a complainant died in a horrific road accident on the KMP Expressway. Their speeding Scorpio, en route to a kidnapping raid, collided head-on with a parked truck, killing all five occupants.

Administrative cases have been recommended against police personnel involved in a botched arrest operation on April 23 in Zamboanga City, which led to an unspecified incident.

Police personnel have been assigned duties in Shimla in preparation for President Murmu's visit to the city today.

Over 10,000 police personnel, including elite commandos and snipers, have been deployed in Rawalpindi as US and Iran advance teams are expected to arrive in Islamabad for security preparations.

The remains, including bones and hair, of an 18-year-old woman who had been missing for eight months were recovered from a secluded area near Chas College in Bokaro, Jharkhand.

At least five policemen, including an officer, were injured in an explosion targeting a police patrol in the Shahbazkhel town of Lakki Marwat district, Pakistan.

Lagos State’s new Police Commissioner, Tijani Fatai, presented cheques totaling ₦53 million to the families of slain police personnel, reaffirming the Nigeria Police Force's commitment to their welfare and calling for public collaboration to tackle crime.

A PRD jawan was found dead in a police station lockup in Dehradun, India, prompting his family to suspect foul play and demand strict action against the police personnel on duty.

Four Assam Police personnel were injured in an RPG (rocket-propelled grenade) attack on a commando post in Tinsukia, India.

Police officers in Dhaka, Bangladesh, are making quiet sacrifices by working in uniform on the streets during the Eid al-Fitr celebrations, with 80% of personnel on no-leave status to ensure public safety.

Punjab has announced tight security measures, deploying 47,000 police personnel for Chand Raat, Eid congregations, and PSL events.

The SPCA has appealed to the government to permit mutual transfers for police personnel, addressing concerns within the force.

A hotel in Kufri has been converted into a fortress for Haryana Congress MLAs, with three dozen police personnel providing security.

Six terrorists involved in the martyrdom of seven police personnel were killed during a Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) operation in Lakki Marwat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The president and prime minister lauded the security forces for their actions.

The association has demanded a registration of a case against Station House Officer, Gharaunda, Inspector Deepak, along with the other police personnel involved in the alleged assault, their…

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Three individuals have been apprehended for their involvement in an assault on police personnel in the Korukkupet area.

Selangor police are investigating a RM200,000 crypto theft case, with 12 police personnel currently under investigation as they await a digital forensics report.

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The Himachal Pradesh Police registered a kidnapping case against the Delhi Police personnel and “detained” their vehicles at the Shogi border near Shimla on February 25, 2026

Police personnel from Delhi and Himachal Pradesh faced off over the arrest of three alleged Youth Congress workers, leading to a confrontation between the two state forces.

The randomisation of police personnel on election day will be conducted in the presence of Election Commission observers.

Police in Israel have arrested four individuals suspected of planning an attack on IDF soldiers and police personnel.

Five cops died, and three others sustained severe injuries in the deadly collision, in Jharsuguda district on February 22

Lawyers in Andhra Pradesh are protesting and boycotting courts following allegations that junior advocate Gautam Raju was manhandled and verbally abused by police personnel during a vehicle check, with claims that his hands and throat were held.

The Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) has been accused of 'abducting' eight police personnel in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), with the AJK SSP vowing 'no leniency' in response.

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has stated that 'only God can save the country' if police personnel skip duty due to threats.

Ghana's Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno has promoted four police personnel. The promotions recognize their exceptional performance in an operation that successfully dismantled an armed robbery syndicate in the Upper West Region.

A late-night terrorist attack on the Chatkekal police post near Jarogo Waterfall in Upper Swat, Pakistan, was foiled after police personnel successfully mounted a strong counterattack.

Content creator Shradha Singh has spoken out against online trolling and abuse she faced after a protest video went viral, stating she did not intend to mock anti-riot police personnel and detailing the severe impact on her career and personal life.

Rawalpindi is bracing for the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) elections, with over 4,000 police personnel deployed to secure 175 polling stations, 31 of which are declared sensitive, amidst ongoing street protests.

A 51-year-old man has been remanded for 27 days after a police chase in Taastrup, Denmark, during which officers reportedly feared for their lives. He is charged with endangering police personnel.

Rahul Gandhi questioned a reporter's affiliation after families of police personnel injured during a student protest shared their experiences and sought justice.

Retired Delhi Police officers are planning a dharna (protest) on July 31 at Jantar Mantar to express solidarity with police personnel injured during recent parliament protests and demand strict action against those responsible for the violence.

Islamabad is preparing for a crackdown as Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) heads for legislative polls, with 14,000 police personnel deployed in Punjab province to anticipate violence.

Four police personnel have been detained and are under investigation for allegedly extorting N53,000 from the chairman of the ICPC at a checkpoint in Abuja, taking him to a POS to withdraw the money.

Nigeria's National Pension Commission (PenCom) has moved to allay unrest among Nigeria Police personnel regarding their participation in the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), stating its aim to secure improved retirement benefits and that an exit from the scheme is not needed.

CJP's Dipke claims Delhi Police denied tarpaulin to students protesting in the rain, leading to participants falling sick, while police personnel remained sheltered.

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Andhra Pradesh Police arrested two additional police personnel in connection with the alleged custodial death of 25-year-old Gade Sai Krishna, bringing the total number of arrests to four.

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dismissed an altered viral video showing Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi addressing police personnel as misleading and has ordered an investigation into its origin.

Eight police personnel, including a station house officer, were allegedly kidnapped by unidentified armed men in Upper South Waziristan, Pakistan.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has warned police personnel against creating social media reels while on duty, deeming it an act of indiscipline that could bring ridicule to the force.

The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), CP Ahmed Mohammed Sanusi, warned police personnel against misconduct, abuse of authority, harassment, and extortion of residents, while also launching a new crime response unit.

Over 1,500 Islamabad police personnel, equipped with anti-riot gear, have been deployed to Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) in anticipation of a protest called by the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) for June 9.

The National Police Commission (Napolcom) is investigating approximately 20 police personnel in Eastern Visayas for engaging in partisan political activities on social media, reiterating its warning against such conduct.

Fiji's proposed new Police Bill includes provisions outlining limits on the use of deadly force by officers, and also suggests mandatory drug testing and biometric data collection for police personnel.

Six police officers have been suspended following the discovery of explosive materials along a highway designated for Prime Minister Modi's convoy, prompting a security investigation into the breach.

A nine-layer security arrangement, including drones, CCTV surveillance, and 1,500 police personnel, has been deployed at Bhojshala in Madhya Pradesh ahead of Friday prayers.

Police personnel were injured after demonstrators threw stones at them during a bulldozer protest in Kolkata's Park Circus area, leading to several arrests.

A 46-year-old man from Manipur, linked to a drug case, was killed in an encounter with police in Assam's Cachar district, which also left two police personnel injured.

Elections for the Panchkula Municipal Corporation are taking place today, with 1,535 police personnel deployed to ensure peaceful, free, and fair polling.

A tragic road accident on the KMP Expressway resulted in the deaths of several Uttar Pradesh Police personnel and at least one civilian. An SUV reportedly collided with another vehicle, leading to the fatalities.

The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has ordered mandatory mental health assessments for all police personnel. This directive aims to address issues of police misconduct and ensure the well-being of officers.

Five persons under police custody died after the police vehicle they were riding crashed into a wall in Quezon City, Philippines. Six detainees and four police personnel were aboard the vehicle.

Fresh clashes erupted in Manipur's Bishnupur district, resulting in 21 injuries and two vehicles being set ablaze. The violence occurred when locals intercepted private vehicles carrying police personnel in civilian attire.

Malaysia's Cabinet has agreed to deploy police personnel at petrol stations to strengthen monitoring and curb fuel leakage, as announced by Armizan.

A woman who climbed an electricity tower in Bihar, India, was safely brought down after prolonged efforts and negotiations involving over 100 police personnel.

Police in the Negros Island Region have activated a comprehensive Ligtas Summer Vacation (SUMVAC) deployment, mobilizing over 1,000 personnel from March 29 to May 31 to ensure a safe environment for travelers.

Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. has directed all agency units to implement measures to protect personnel from intense heat during the hot and dry season.

Four Assam Police personnel were injured in a suspected attack by the banned outfit ULFA (I) in the Jagun area of Tinsukia district, near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, early Sunday morning.

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A police raid in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, resulted in the death of one man and injuries to four police personnel during a clash.

Osun police are investigating the fatal shooting of a driver by customs officers, with the probe also including police personnel who were present at the scene of the killing.

A panel has been established in Mayiladuthurai to eliminate the orderly system, a practice where lower-ranking police personnel are assigned to perform domestic tasks for senior officers.

Delhi police have cancelled routine leave for personnel to maintain law and order, as concerns over LPG supply are causing widespread anxiety among households and businesses.

Police personnel in Ariyalur and Perambalur districts were briefed on their responsibilities within Flying Squads and Static Surveillance Teams in preparation for upcoming elections.

Authorities in Pakistan have issued instructions to increase the deployment of police personnel at mosques to ensure fool-proof security for the observance of Ramazan 21.

Police personnel and others participated in marathons in Belagavi and Vijayapura, India, organized to promote health for all, a drug-free Karnataka, and police pride.

The city of Vienna is assuming responsibility for parking enforcement from the police, a change intended to relieve police personnel while maintaining the scope and intensity of controls.

More than 1,800 police personnel in Malaysia have been arrested for drug-related offenses since 2020, highlighting ongoing issues within the force.

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A suicide bomber detonated explosives near a checkpost in Pakistan's Bhakkar district, killing four police personnel and injuring four others.

Following the shooting deaths of two police personnel at a checkpost near the Indo-Pak border in Gurdaspur, Punjab has announced a Rs 40-crore border security plan.

Two Punjab police personnel were found dead from gunshots at a check post near the Indo-Pak border; an investigation is underway amid conflicting reports.

Five police personnel killed and three injured after a speeding trailer collided head-on with a patrol vehicle in Jharsuguda, Odisha