Kolkata, Feb 25 (IANS) The vehicles allotted to the Central Armed Police Forces personnel, whose deployment in West Bengal will start from March 1 ahead of the Assembly elections, will be fitted with GPS trackers to ensure that the Election Commission of India (ECI)-appointed central observers can constantly monitor whether the deployed CAPF personnel are effectively utilized from day one or not.The ECI has already given clear instructions that the first phase of 240 companies of CAPF to be depl…
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Jammu, Feb 23 (IANS) The Army said on Monday that the operation to eliminate the major group of terrorists operating in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district was launched in April/May last year.The press statement issued by the Army said, “A major terror group operating in the area was being relentlessly pursued by the security forces. Operations were launched in April/May last year and were sustained despite rains and snow during winters. Successful contact with the group resulted in the el…
Agartala, Feb 21 (IANS) The cross-border bus service linking Agartala, Dhaka and Kolkata is likely to resume soon on a regular basis, bringing to an end a suspension that lasted for over a year, officials said on Saturday. Government-owned Tripura Road Transport Corporation (TRTC) Vice-Chairman Samar Roy said that trial runs of the Agartala-Dhaka-Kolkata bus service commenced on Saturday. He added that the schedule for regular operations would be announced on February 28 after assessing the outc…
Kolkata, Feb 21 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI), on Saturday, announced the deployment Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) even before the declaration of the polling dates and enforcement of the model code of conduct for the West Bengal elections. According to a notification issued by the ECI, the deployment of CAPF will be done in two phases, the first on March 1, which is before the announcement of the poll date and the enforcement of the model code of conduct.The second phase of …
Guwahati, Feb 21 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said that the Northeast, which was once considered a disturbed region, is today witnessing peace and stability due to sustained efforts by the BJP-led government at the Centre.Addressing the 87th Raising Day celebrations of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Guwahati, HM Shah said that the role played by the CRPF and other security forces in restoring peace in the region has been historic and unparalleled.He noted that nea…
Mumbai, February 19 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Thursday that the security forces have successfully demolished the last 44 monuments erected as symbols of terror by Maoists in Gadchiroli district. The Chief Minister said, “Demolition of 44 Maoist monuments marks a decisive step towards eradicating left-wing extremism from Gadchiroli. This action reflects the Maharashtra government’s unwavering commitment to restore peace, strengthen security, and accelerate develo…
Jammu, Feb 17 (IANS) Authorities, on Tuesday, displayed posters in Jammu and Kashmir’s border districts of Kathua and Samba, carrying photographs of five suspected Pakistani terrorists, seeking the cooperation of the general public in tracking their movement, sources confirmed. Official sources said this followed intelligence inputs generated from outside Jammu and Kashmir regarding suspected infiltration of terrorists from across the border.The poster, titled ‘Public Information’, urges people …
Imphal, Feb 16 (IANS) Lieutenant General Abhijit S. Pendharkar, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Spear Corps, on Monday undertook a comprehensive visit to Manipur to review the prevailing security situation amid ongoing challenges, officials said. A defence spokesman said that, accompanied by senior commanders, the GOC toured key areas in the hill districts of Ukhrul and Kangpokpi, as well as Imphal East and Imphal West districts in the Imphal Valley region. During the visit, Lt…
Imphal, Feb 14 (IANS) Fresh firing was reported on Saturday at the Litan Sareikhong area in Manipur’s Ukhrul district, allegedly by Tangkhul Naga village volunteers, triggering panic and tension among local residents, police said. The Manipur Police appealed to both the Kuki and Naga tribal communities in and around Litan village to refrain from hostilities and the spread of rumours to prevent any further escalation of the situation.In a statement, the police said that approximately 12 rounds …
Srinagar, Feb 14 (IANS) G.P. Singh, Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), said on Saturday that the force is committed to the welfare of the families of Pulwama terror attack martyrs.On the 7th anniversary of the Pulwama terror attack, the DG, CRPF, paid tribute to 40 personnel who lost their lives in 2019.He reiterated the force’s commitment to the welfare of martyrs’ families. The DG said the CRPF and its welfare wing continue to stand by the families of the fallen p…