
DGP Directs On-Field Officials to Maintain Active Phones and Respond to Calls
The Director General of Police (DGP) has instructed on-field officials to keep their official phones active at all times and to respond promptly to calls.
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The Director General of Police (DGP) has instructed on-field officials to keep their official phones active at all times and to respond promptly to calls.

Uttar Pradesh has appointed Rajeev Krishna as its full-time Director General of Police (DGP), marking the first such appointment in the state after a four-year period.
The Madras High Court has issued a directive to Tamil Nadu authorities, banning the slaughter of cows and calves in public places during Eid al-Adha. The court emphasized that such activities should only occur in licensed slaughterhouses.

In the reasoned order available on Thursday, the court asserted that the allegations made by the complainant against the former director general of police (DGP) and others were "vague and lack…

Revanth Reddy has instructed the Director General of Police to form special investigation teams for a POCSO case involving a minister's son.

AAP MLA Giaspura has reported receiving a death threat from gangster Doni Bal, who vowed to kill him and upload a video, prompting the MLA to write to the Punjab DGP.

The Director General of Police (DGP) of Himachal Pradesh has ordered action against the Solan Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) concerning the Chester Hills project.

The Supreme Court of India has directed the Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police to form a Special Investigation Team to probe the rape and murder of a four-year-old in Ghaziabad.

The Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police held a security review meeting, urging coordination with organizers for upcoming festivals and events.

For the first time in its four-year tenure, the Aam Aadmi Party government has sent a panel to the UPSC to facilitate the selection of a full-time Director General of Police.

IPS officer Sandeep Rai Rathore has been appointed as the new DGP and HoPF for Tamil Nadu, a significant move ahead of the April 23 Assembly election in the state.

Telangana DGP B Shivdhar Reddy has issued a fresh appeal for the remaining 11 Maoists underground to surrender and reintegrate into normal life.
A report by Senegal's Directorate General of Prison Administration and Judicial Supervision (DGPJS) reveals that a staggering 76% of children who are prosecuted in the country ultimately end up in prison.
Patna High Court has granted bail to JD(U) MLA Anant Singh, who was arrested in connection with the murder of Jan Suraaj supporter Dularchand Yadav, following violence where the ex-RJD man was shot and run over.

The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for Assembly elections in several states, with voting phases occurring in April. The upcoming polls are set against a backdrop of looming energy crisis concerns in the country.
The Maoists surrendered and handed over their weapons to Odisha DGP Y B Khurania, ADG (anti-Maoist operation) Sanjeeb Panda and other senior officers at a special function in Kalahandi district…

Former Director General of Police (DGP) H.J. Dora has passed away.

A panel led by the Maharashtra Director General of Police will assess if legal amendments are needed to effectively address social media defamation.

Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said Amritpal, who is linked to the ‘Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang’, is wanted in multiple criminal cases in the State

The High Court has taken suo motu notice of an encounter in Gurdaspur and has summoned the Director General of Police (DGP) for further proceedings.
The Director General of Police (DGP) of Telangana is advocating for the implementation of technology-driven initiatives to enhance cyber safety awareness among citizens.

If elected, Menaka Guruswamy would become the nation’s first openly queer Member of Parliament.

The Director General of Police in Karnataka has ordered a statewide crackdown on harassment and implemented a 24/7 social media vigil.

The High Court has questioned the lack of FIR registrations and sought affidavits from the Director Generals of Police of Punjab, Haryana, and the Union Territory.
The BJP has submitted a petition to the Director General of Police (DGP), urging strict action against offenders involved in recent communal clashes.
The Revanth Reddy government in Telangana is reportedly facing stability issues due to internal rebellion, while the DGP stated that the Maoist movement in the state is headless and rudderless.

With reintegration of a politburo member and a central committee member into mainstream, the last surviving apex organisational structure of CPI (Maoist) has effectively collapsed, said Telangana DGP Shivadhar Reddy

Former Bengal Director General of Police Rajeev Kumar has issued a defamation notice to BJP MP Sukanta Majumdar, who in turn referred to Kumar as the 'CM’s disciple'.

The High Court has directed the DGP to take action against an absconding BDO and ordered action against the investigation officer in connection with the 2025 murder of a gold merchant.
Rajeev Krishna, a 1991 batch IPS officer, has been appointed as the new Director General of Police (DGP) of Uttar Pradesh, ending years of uncertainty for the state's police force.
The Director General of Police for Manipur, India, announced that 3,200 communal social media posts have been taken down after 5,406 such posts were identified following the eruption of ethnic violence in the region.

The Bombay High Court has quashed the First Information Report (FIR) filed against former state Director General of Police (DGP) Sanjay Pandey.

The wife of a former Andhra Pradesh Director General of Police was found dead in her home in Hyderabad's Jubilee Hills. Police suspect the involvement of domestic help linked to a gang.

Prime Minister Modi's BJP party secured a historic victory in the West Bengal state election, gaining control of the state and ending the Trinamool Congress's long-standing rule.

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.

R Sreelekha, Kerala's first woman IPS officer and DGP, is making her debut in the Kerala Assembly elections as a candidate for the BJP. She was born and raised in Thiruvananthapuram.
Ahead of upcoming polls, India's Election Commission has launched an investigation into allegations of cash-for-votes against BJP candidate Sobha Surendran in Palakkad.

The Punjab DGP announced the arrest of two main perpetrators aboard a train in Rewari, Haryana, in connection with an unspecified case.
The Supreme Court has taken serious note of an incident in Malda, India, where protesters angered by voter list removals gheraoed judicial officers for hours, issuing show-cause notices to West Bengal's chief secretary and DGP.

An Indian court has ordered action against a former Director General of Police and others for their failure in a MHADA probe, citing a public loss of Rs 14,000 crore.

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).
A former DGP, Purnachandra Rao, has advocated for Scheduled Caste (SC) status for Dalit Christians in Andhra Pradesh, highlighting their continued experience of untouchability, social exclusion, and economic backwardness.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has formally protested the Election Commission's decision to reshuffle top bureaucrats and police officials in the state ahead of the assembly elections, with the Commission naming a new DGP and Kolkata top cop.
UPSC convenes Empanelment Committee meeting in Delhi to shortlist 3 officers for the top post

The Director General of Police stated that the economic growth experienced in Surat has unfortunately led to a corresponding increase in cyber crime cases.
The Director General of Police presented Disc Awards to three constables for their bravery in apprehending an armed suspect.

The Supreme Court criticized six states for not complying with its DGP appointment ruling and warned of contempt proceedings for failure to respond to UPSC.

Normalcy has returned to Kashmir after six days of restrictions, with concertina wires removed from roads and internet services restored, as DGP states sustained pressure was put on anti-national elements.

Police deny such move and claim meeting was to brief the Union Home Minister about the naxalite movement and the requirements of the State police force

The Director General of Police (DGP) of Gujarat has urged citizens to report cyber crimes as quickly as possible, highlighting the importance of the 'golden hour' in such cases for effective police action.

Other nominees are State Minister Babul Supriyo and actor Koel Mallick
The directive said all police units have been instructed to implement preventive, intelligence-based and gender-sensitive policing measures to ensure peaceful celebrations.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is reportedly considering defying a 10-day deadline to submit a list of candidates for the Director General of Police (DGP) position.

Two senior members of the CPI (Maoist) surrendered to Telangana police, marking a significant blow to the party and signaling the end of its insurgency in the region.

The Gujarat High Court has set aside the conviction and sentence of a former Director General of Police (DGP) in a 1976 custodial torture case.


Rajeev Krishna, known for his work in border security operations, has been appointed to Uttar Pradesh's top police post as DGP.

"Isn't maintenance of law and order the duty of the police when the ED is investigating the former chief minister's daughter?" Kerala BJP vice president and former DGP R Sreelekha said

The Director General of Police (DGP) of Ladakh has been deputed to Manipur and is anticipated to take on the role of the state's police chief.

The Gujarat Director General of Police issued a new directive to the police force, banning the public shaming and parading of accused persons, citing a Supreme Court ruling on the right to dignity.

Another blast has occurred near an Army camp in Punjab, with the Director General of Police (DGP) suggesting a possible Pakistan involvement.

C.V. Anand has taken over as Telangana's new Director General of Police, succeeding B. Shivadhar Reddy, with a stated focus on leveraging technology for crime control and staff recruitment.

West Bengal's assembly elections concluded with a historic high voter turnout, leading to the release of various exit poll predictions for the state and other regions like Assam, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. These polls offered initial insights into potential election outcomes across India.

Authorities in Andhra Pradesh, India, have arrested over 1,300 individuals for 'offensive posts' on social media, with the Director General of Police highlighting the use of AI-powered surveillance in the crackdown.

The High Court has cautioned the Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) against booking young boys based on mere whispers, urging authorities not to regress to colonial-era practices.
Seven suspects have been arrested in connection with a grenade blast outside the Punjab BJP Headquarters in Chandigarh, with authorities stating the attack was an ISI-linked plot orchestrated by handlers in Portugal and Germany.

A man from Bihar has been arrested for allegedly hacking the WhatsApp account of a former Director General of Police (DGP) of Haryana.
A report by DGPJS indicates that a high percentage, 76%, of children prosecuted in Senegal ultimately end up in prison.
Chief Secretary was in Delhi for the Empanelment Committee Meeting scheduled on Friday
A condolence meeting was organized in memory of a former Director General of Police (DGP).
The BJP party chief has called for the Director General of Police (DGP) to investigate alleged attacks on BJP workers, indicating concerns over political violence.

Attorney General tells Supreme Court that there is no “provision empowering the UPSC to condone such inordinate delay”; States cannot appoint acting DGP as there is no such concept, says top court
Last December, she was promoted as DGP, Economic Offences Wing, and was also holding the post of DGP, Civil Supplies CID
CM Revanth Reddy condoles his death. Officers recall his tough stance against the PWG.

The Director General of Police (DGP) of Uttar Pradesh, India, is reviewing public complaints and has linked their efficient disposal to police postings. This initiative aims to improve accountability and public service within the police force.

The current case of the knife attack in Würzburg raises the question: How can acts of violence by mentally ill people be prevented? The professional society DGPPN has some demands.

Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava’s bench also orders that the postal items must be handed over to legal heirs present in the residence of the deceased until the DGPS takes a call
Davidson Devasirvatham, a 1995 batch IPS officer, has been named the Director General of Police (DGP) and Director of the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) in Tamil Nadu.

The All India Trinamool Congress on Friday announced four candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, extending its congratulations.


When B Sumathi was seated on the dais along with Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy, when top Maoist commander Thippiri Tirupati alias Devuji and other Maoist leaders were surrendering before the police, no one could have guessed that it was this saree-

Former Gujarat Director General of Police Shabbir Khandwawala has been acquitted in a 50-year-old case involving alleged custodial torture.

The Telangana DGP stated that the CPI (Maoist) organization is now leaderless, rudderless, and nearly in tatters following the surrender of Devuji.

The Director General of Police in Himachal Pradesh has ordered a subordinate to cover for an IPS officer due to her frequent leaves.