CRPF Chief Defends Use of Pellet Guns Amid Delhi Protest Controversy A controversy erupted in Delhi following allegations that the Rapid Action Force (RAP), under the command of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), used pellet guns and live ammunition against unarmed protesters during a sit-in organized by the Kakroch Janata Party (CJP) on July 20. The incident, which occurred during a parliamentary constituency protest, has sparked widespread debate over the use of force by security personnel. According to reports, the RAP allegedly fired pellets and non-electric shells, as well as electric shells and tear gas canisters, during the confrontation. The Hindu and Hindustan Times cited internal investigations revealing that at least a dozen RAP members had been issued pellet guns on the night of July 20. Subsequently, on July 23, authorities ordered the retrieval of these weapons. However, the use of such firearms remains a point of contention, with critics arguing that the force deployed was excessive. The incident led to injuries among several individuals, including a 25-year-old student, a 32-year-old new recruit, and a journalist. The injured were reportedly targeted by RAP members who were stationed to manage the protest at the Kanta Place. While some RAP personnel were identified as having fired the weapons, others claimed that multiple members were involved in the shooting. The central government has been urged to investigate the matter, with opposition parties demanding accountability. In response to the controversy, CRPF Director General Jyotindra Pratap Singh emphasized that all actions taken by RAP members were in line with their duties.#rap #central_reserve_police_force #crpf_director_general_jyotindra_pratap_singh #kakroch_janata_party #cjp
NEET re-examination: CISF to guard 16 centres, CRPF 14 With 12,512 students from Nagpur district set to appear for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) re-exam on June 21, the district administration has deployed the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) to ensure security at the examination centres. According to officials, 14 centres will be jointly secured by the CRPF and local police personnel, while another 16 centres will be guarded by the CISF alongside the police. District collector Kumar Ashirwad reviewed the preparations for the exam at a meeting held at Niyojan Bhavan, emphasizing the need for seamless conduct of the examination. The review meeting focused on security, infrastructure, and student convenience at the centres. Ashirwad directed centre heads and management of hosting institutions to ensure all essential facilities are in place before the exam. These include adequate lighting, proper seating arrangements, uninterrupted power supply through generator backup, availability of drinking water, and robust security measures for candidates. Officials highlighted the importance of addressing logistical preparedness and coordination among agencies involved in the examination process. Special emphasis was placed on ensuring students do not face any inconvenience during the test. The district administration has mandated close coordination between security agencies and examination authorities to maintain order and prevent disruptions. The review meeting was attended by city coordinator and principal Arvind Singh Thakur, principal Firoz Khan, senior officials from the CRPF and CISF, and heads of examination centres.#nagpur_district #central_industrial_security_force #central_reserve_police_force #national_eligibility_cum_entrance_test #district_collector_kumar_ashirwad
IAF’s Hercules, Choppers Fly June 21 NEET Retest Papers Nagpur airport was transformed into a high-security zone on Monday as the Indian Air Force (IAF) executed a confidential operation to transport NEET retest question papers to remote centers across Central India and other states. The move came ahead of the June 21 re-examination, following allegations of a paper leak in the May 3 exam. The operation, coordinated by the postal department and secured by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), involved the deployment of tactical airlift aircraft, including the C-130 Hercules, to ensure the safe and confidential movement of the exam materials. The IAF conducted eight sorties from Nagpur airport, with the main aircraft stationed there since late Sunday night. Smaller aircraft such as the AN-32 and Avro fixed-wing planes, along with helicopters, were used to deliver the sealed consignments to locations in Vidarbha and beyond. The origin of the papers was not disclosed, and flights continued throughout the day, with aircraft departing in rapid succession to maintain secrecy. In Akola, an IAF helicopter landed at Shivani airstrip around 7:55 a.m., carrying sealed boxes that were then transported under tight security to four designated storage locations in the district. Each site was protected by multi-layered security measures. Similarly, in Amravati, a helicopter touched down at Hanuman Gadhi ground at approximately 10:30 a.m. The sealed boxes were moved in a convoy of 10 to 15 vehicles, escorted by CRPF personnel and local police, to secure locations such as the District Treasury and the State Bank of India’s Camp branch. These sites were under official supervision, with the boxes stored in vaults and resealed before being held in strict custody.#indian_air_force #national_testing_agency #central_reserve_police_force #nagpur_airport #neet_retest
Nine Chhattisgarh Maoists cross into Maharashtra, surrender in Gadchiroli Nagpur: Nine senior Maoist guerrillas from Chhattisgarh crossed the Indravati river into Maharashtra and surrendered to Gadchiroli police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Tuesday, marking a significant blow to insurgent activity in the Dandakaranya region. The surrender occurred on the final day of the March 31 deadline set by Union home minister Amit Shah under the national policy. The cadres had moved through the forests of Indravati National Park, entering Maharashtra in a coordinated operation before laying down their arms. The police attributed the development to sustained anti-Maoist operations and rehabilitation packages offered by the central and Maharashtra governments. Among the surrendered were three area committee-level guerrillas and six hardcore cadres, collectively carrying a bounty of Rs30 lakh. Two women, Shanti Wadde and Sukki Kunjam, surrendered with an AK-47 rifle and 30 live cartridges. Wadde, who received a Rs6 lakh reward, served as an area committee member in the Indravati local organisational squad. Acting on information from the surrendered cadres, joint teams of Gadchiroli police and CRPF recovered an AK-47 rifle, three magazines, 57 live rounds, three walkie-talkies, four batteries, and 20 pen drives from Kummar forest near the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border. Subsequent operations in coordination with Chhattisgarh Police led to further recoveries in the Gundapur area of Indravati National Park, including two 7.62 SLR rifles, a single-shot weapon, and 50 detonators. This surrender follows a similar move by seven Maoist cadres over the previous five days, bringing the recent total to 16 linked to this intelligence input.#maharashtra #chhattisgarh #amit_shah #gadchiroli #central_reserve_police_force
9 Ch’garh Maoists cross into Maha, surrender in Gadchiroli Nagpur: Nine senior Maoist guerrillas crossed the Indravati river from Chhattisgarh into Maharashtra and surrendered to Gadchiroli police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Tuesday. The move marked a significant blow to insurgent activity in the Dandakaranya region, particularly in Gadchiroli district and surrounding border areas. The surrender occurred on the final day of the March 31 deadline set by Union home minister Amit Shah under the national policy. The cadres had traveled from the Bijapur region of Chhattisgarh through the forests of Indravati National Park, entering Maharashtra in a coordinated operation before laying down their arms. The development was attributed to sustained anti-Maoist operations and rehabilitation packages offered by the central and Maharashtra governments. Among the surrendered cadres were three area committee-level guerrillas and six other members, all classified as hardcore insurgents with a combined bounty of Rs30 lakh declared by Maharashtra authorities. Two women, Shanti Wadde and Sukki Kunjam, also surrendered. Wadde, carrying a Rs6 lakh reward, served as an area committee member in the Indravati local organisational squad of the Maoists. Both women surrendered with weapons, including an AK-47 rifle and 30 live cartridges. Acting on information provided by the surrendered cadres, joint teams of Gadchiroli police and CRPF recovered an AK-47 rifle, three magazines, 57 live rounds, three walkie-talkies, four batteries, and 20 pen drives from Kummar forest near the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border under Kawande police station limits.#maharashtra_government #gadchiroli_district #central_reserve_police_force #indravati_national_park #chhattisgarh_government
SSC GD Constable Exam 2026: Revised Schedule Expected Soon, 25,487 Posts Available The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is set to release the revised exam schedule for the GD Constable recruitment in 2026. The original exam, which was postponed from February 23, is expected to be announced in the first week of March. Candidates who had registered for the exam are eagerly awaiting the new dates, though an official notice has not yet been issued. Media reports suggest the updated schedule may be released soon, and applicants are advised to regularly check the SSC’s official website for the latest updates. The exam pattern for the GD Constable recruitment includes questions on reasoning, general awareness, mathematics, and Hindi/English. Candidates will face 80 questions worth 160 marks, to be completed in one hour. Negative marking applies, with two marks deducted for each incorrect answer and a quarter mark deducted for each wrong response. To qualify, candidates must secure a minimum percentage of marks based on their category. General category applicants need 30%, OBC and EWS candidates require 25%, and SC/ST candidates must achieve 20%. The exam results will determine eligibility for the 25,487 posts available across various organizations. The recruitment will cover multiple departments, including the Border Security Force (616 posts), Central Industrial Security Force (14,595 posts), Central Reserve Police Force (5,490 posts), Sashastra Sakha Bhawani (1,764 posts), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (1,293 posts), General Duty (1,706 posts), and Sashastra Security Veterans Force (23 posts). Candidates are urged to stay updated by monitoring the SSC’s official website, as the revised exam date could be announced at any time.#central_industrial_security_force #ssc #border_security_force #central_reserve_police_force #sashastra_sakha_bhawani
