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Appellate tribunals or a black hole? Where the Bengal SIR goes to bury a ‘second chance’

The Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee National Institute of Water and Sanitation, which houses all 19 appellate tribunals set up by the Election Commission in West Bengal, is completely restricted. CAPF and West Bengal Police guard the gates, and no one is allowed in unless the judges have formally summoned them.

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Cadre vs deputation: The quiet legislative move to keep CAPF leadership an IPS-only club

A quiet administrative proposal has, almost unexpectedly, reopened one of the more delicate questions in India’s security architecture. At the centre of it is the long-standing arrangement under which officers of the Indian Police Service (IPS) occupy senior leadership positions within the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), and whether that…

Newslaundry

CISF achieves 40 per cent drop in suicide rate, falls below national average for first time in 5 years

In 2023, the suicide rate within the force was 16.98 per lakh, according to official data compiled by the CISF. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Watch: Indian special forces' canine squad part of Paris Olympics security - a historic first for India's CAPF

A group of ten highly skilled dogs from various Indian Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and special commando units has been deployed in France to ensure the safety and security of different locations during the upcoming Paris Olympics, set to commence on July 26.

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City police gear up for polling day

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66,303 security personnel to be deployed for Friday’s Lok Sabha polls in Kerala

Over 66,000 police and CAPF personnel deployed for Lok Sabha polls in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, ensuring tight security.

The Hindu

High security in place to monitor sensitive booths in Kozhikode district

Enhanced security measures by CAPF and local police for polling stations in Kozhikode district on April 26.

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Arrangements in place for election in Kottayam

Arrangements have been completed across all nine Assembly segments in the district, which form part of the Kottayam, Pathanamthitta and Mavelikara Parliament constituencies.

The Hindu

Meghalaya gears up for LS polls as EVMs dispatched to polling stations in West Garo hills

The dispatch of electronic voting machines (EVMs) to polling stations is underway in Tura, West Garo Hills, Meghalaya, indicating the final stages of readiness for the electoral process. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Two companies of CAPF personnel arrive in Perambalur for poll duty

Two companies of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) personnel have arrived in Perambalur district in connection with poll duty for the Lok Sabha elections scheduled to be held on April 19

The Hindu

Central Armed Police Force team arrives in Tiruchi to keep a vigil over ‘vulnerable booths’

The police in Tiruchi are bracing for the Lok Sabha election scheduled on April 19 in the State to ensure its peaceful and smooth conduct

The Hindu

3.4 lakh central security personnel to be deployed in Lok Sabha polls

Election Commission to deploy 3.4 lakh CAPF personnel for Lok Sabha and Assembly polls across India.

The Hindu

1.6 lakh security personnel needed to ensure smooth conduct of polls, says Andhra Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer

Andhra Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Mukesh Kumar Meena says that a posse of around 1.6 lakh security personnel including the forces from the State and Centre is needed to ensure smooth conduct of the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in the State.

The Hindu

100 CAPF companies deployed in Andhra Pradesh for General Elections 2024

100 CAPF companies deployed in Andhra Pradesh for upcoming elections to ensure smooth conduct and build voter confidence.

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200 CAPF personnel arrive at Rajamahendravaram for general elections

200 CAPF battalion arrives in Rajamahendravaram for 2024 elections, coordinating with local police for security measures.

The Hindu

First phase of CAPF companies to be mobilised from March 1

“The first phase of deployment of more than 3.4 lakh Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) for the upcoming general elections in the country and Assembly polls in a few States will begin from March 1,” official sources said on February 29.

The Hindu

‘Beating Retreat’ marks culmination of R-Day celebrations

“Beating Retreat” is a centuries-old military tradition, which dates back from the days when troops disengaged from battle at sunset. The drumbeats recall the days when troops, billeted in towns and cities, were recalled to their quarters at an appointed time in the evening.

The Hindu

All-Indian tunes to be played during Beating Retreat ceremony

The Beating Retreat ceremony, which takes place at Vijay Chowk in the heart of Delhi, marks the culmination of Republic Day celebrations.

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Myanmar instability, weapons with Manipur warring groups have grave implications for State: Kalita

Eastern Army Commander Lt. Gen. Kalita discusses implications of firearms & instability in Manipur & efforts to reduce violence.

The Hindu

City Police Commissioner reviews poll preparedness with CAPF

Hyderabad City Police Commissioner holds coordination meeting with CAPF personnel for poll-related duties. Both forces to work together in surveillance and checking. ACP-rank officials instructed to make arrangements for accommodation and to exercise caution while discharging duties. Additional CP, District Collector, CAPF officers present.

The Hindu

Indian dog breeds to be deployed in police duties soon

CAPFs to deploy Indian dog breeds for police duties like sniffing out suspects, narcotics and explosives. Trials of Rampur hound, Himalayan mountain canines, Mudhol hound, Tibetan mastiff underway.

The Hindu

Centre to withdraw Rapid Action Force from Manipur

Government considers phased withdrawal of Rapid Action Force from Manipur due to unsuitable exposure to anti-insurgency theatre. 10 companies of RAF deployed in Manipur, along with 36,000 paramilitary forces. 4,500 CAPF personnel sent on request of State govt. Meitei groups demand removal of Indian Army and Assam Rifles from buffer…

The Hindu

ED probes money laundering in sand mining business

ED launches probe into TN govt's sand mining biz; teams search 30+ sites, incl. offices/residences of contractors, officials. CAPF backs ED in investigation into suspected money laundering, GST evasion. Teams check receipts, quantum of sand mined, lorries that purchased sand. Searches halt operations at quarries, sand depots.

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Djokovic downs Medvedev in U.S. Open to win record-tying 24th Slam; Turkey President says any grain initiative that isolates Russia is bound to fail, and more

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In Manipur, Army and paramilitary forces face a constant challenge — armed men in police uniforms

Armed men in police uniforms are a constant challenge for the Central security forces in violence-hit Manipur, a defence source said.

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