4 officers shot dead, 4 hurt in US gun battle
Fugitive, who opened fire on cops, also killed. Four law enforcement officers were shot to death and four others were wounded on Monday in a gun battle that... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaRajasthan CM on transfer spree — several officers moved within 2-3 months, 1 within just 10 days
BJP calls transfers ‘routine process’ but some feel CM is 'under pressure' to perform, build his team. CMO has asked for list of all transfers in past 3 months to apprise PMO, it is learnt. Key Points
ThePrintDrama after HC's Sandeshkhali order: CBI rushes to CID office, returns without Shahjahan
Calcutta HC orders CBI probe into 5 January attack on ED team, directs CID to hand over TMC strongman's custody to central agency. Bengal govt moves SC, seeks stay on CBI investigation. Key Points
ThePrint1 secy, 2 addl secys: How & why Gujarat-cadre IAS & IPS officers no longer call shots in Delhi
Many IAS & IPS officers from Gujarat were appointed to key posts when Modi govt came to power. Until 3 yrs ago, secretaries in ministries of defence, education, commerce, were all from Gujarat. Key Points
ThePrintMobbed & thrashed — attack on ED team not 1st time central agencies faced hostility in Bengal
In February 2019, CBI officers were detained outside residence of then Kolkata Police commissioner Rajeev Kumar. Subsequently, central forces were deployed outside CBI, ED offices. Key Points
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Jury clears officers in Manuel Ellis case: Controversial verdict sparks community outcry
Three Washington officers were cleared of charges in Manuel Ellis's 2020 death. Ellis, a Black man, encountered police in Tacoma, facing shocking treatment. The defense cited Ellis's health and methamphetamine use, claiming innocence. Attorney Matthew Ericksen lamented prior biases impacting the verdict. Witnesses contradicted police claims, depicting a distressing scene with Ellis restrained. The decision, causing dismay, sparked local outcry and renewed discussions on police accountability. Ongoing investigations in Tacoma aim to address concerns about justice and safety. Key Points
Economic TimesTexas police officer, suspect killed in shooting; two other people found dead
Multiple officers opened fire, and the shooting will be investigated by both the Austin Police Department’s internal affairs division and special investigation unit. A Texas police officer was killed Saturday in a shooting that left the shooter dead and a second officer wounded, authorities said. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaI was one of the first women in the IAF. officers broke the ice by playing a prank on me
I was stationed in Assam for the first 3 years. I enjoyed the greenery all around the city, boat rides in the gigantic Brahmaputra, and bowed my head at Kamakhya temple. Key Points
ThePrintThousands rally against Israel in UK; cops hurt, several held
300 Americans leave Gaza; France again calls for humanitarian truce. Four police officers were injured after pro-Palestinian protesters set off fireworks into crowds in central London, with 29 arrests made on suspicion of racially motivated crimes. The Metropolitan Police said more than 1,300 officers were on duty on Saturday as tens of thousands of people demonstrat Key Points
The Tribune IndiaSC pulls up Army for denying promotion to women PC officers
The Indian Supreme Court has criticized the Indian Army for denying promotions to women permanent commission officers and ordered a fresh review of their cases within two weeks. The Court found that the cut-off for considering their confidential reports was arbitrary and aimed at equating women officers to their male counterparts. The Army and the Union government justified their action based on policy frameworks and a previous court judgment, but the Court deemed the process to be unfair and in violation of constitutional principles. The review will consider all confidential reports, except the two most recent ones. | Latest News India Key Points
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Haryana Police suspends 372 investigating officers in one sweep after home minister Vij cracks whip
Maximum IOs suspended in Sirsa (66), Gurugram (60) and Yamunanagar (57). On Monday, Vij had directed DGP to suspend these officers for delaying investigation for more than a year. Key Points
ThePrintI-T to customs, officers of 12 services to be deployed as ‘rath prabharis’ to showcase 9 yrs of Modi govt
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions has sought nomination of officers of joint secretary, director, dy secy ranks for 765 districts covering 2.69 lakh gram panchayats. Key Points
ThePrintChicago: Mayor Johnson, police union reach agreement to increase salary for officers
The city of Chicago and the union representing its police officers have reached a tentative agreement on a four-year contract. The contract includes a 20% raise for officers and aims to increase accountability within the department. The agreement extends the current contract by two years and includes annual pay increases of 2.5% to 5%. A $2,000 retention bonus will be replaced by a one-time bonus for all officers. The deal still needs approval from the City Council's Committee on Workforce Development and the full City Council. Key Points
Economic TimesCoss-posting in Army, Navy, IAF: Senior officers to be posted across services as part of integration move
This comes days after inter-service postings of a large batch of around 40 officers of the rank of Major and Lieutenant Colonel and equivalent, again a first, were announced. Earlier, only a handful of such postings had taken place within the services. Key Points
The Indian ExpressCBIC to assign risk rating to GST registration applications, taxmen to cross-verify documents
In the ongoing all-India drive, Centre and State GST officers have detected over 15,000 fake registrations and are initiating punitive action against the perpetrators. They are also trying to find out the mastermind who are the real beneficiaries. Key Points
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UP municipal elections: officers acted like ‘BJP workers’, alleges Akhilesh Yadav
Accusing the BJP of "politicising" the officers, he said in a statement, "A large number of officers are working as BJP workers. These officers interfered (in the civic polls) right from the voter list to counting of votes." Key Points
FinancialexpressOver half of women officers in command roles leading field units
A total of 108 women officers, out of 244 from the 1992 to 2006 batches, were cleared for the colonel rank by a special selection board in January. They have assumed command roles in various Army units across the country. Key Points
The Indian Express28 lakh MT legacy waste will be processed till July: Haryana chief secy
The chief secretary directed the officers to explore other alternative sites for fresh waste management during a virtual meeting with the senior officers of GMDA and MC Faridabad. Kaushal directed the concerned officers to review and monitor the weekly status report of land filling sites and inform the additional chief secretary (ACS) urban local bodies. Key Points
Hindustan TimesHold interaction with public daily for 2 hours: Haryana CM Khattar to DCs, SPs
“The field officers, including DCs and the SPs, should hold daily interaction with the common man for at least 2 hours. Every day 11 am to 1 pm should be fixed for public interaction. During this period, no video conferencing would be held with these officers (DCs and SPs),” Haryana CM Khattar said. Key Points
Hindustan TimesMovie makers in Karnataka show interest in bringing IPS vs IAS officers’ spat to silver screen
Speaking to indianexpress.com, KFCC president Ba Ma Harish said: “Producer Praveen Shetty has come up with two titles… one of them is Rohini IAS and director Nithyananda Prabhu has approached the KFCC to register the title R vs R. Both have filed applications but we will bring the issue before the committee before taking a decision.” Key Points
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‘Power’ to ‘service’ centre: Delhi airport cops team up with IndiGo for soft skills upgrade
Two IndiGo executives will train cops to handle ‘nearly 40 million passengers every year’. Sessions envisaged during deployment of huge police force for R-Day this year. Key Points
ThePrint'Intention to kill', instil ‘immense fear’ — What CBI FIRs say about attack on ED officers in Bengal
Central agency has filed 3 FIRs in connection with attack that took place at Bongaon & Sandeshkhali in February. Action came following order of Calcutta High Court. Key Points
ThePrint6 policemen dead in road accident in Rajasthan
Six police officers were killed and one injured in a car accident in Rajasthan's Churu district. The officers were en route to a public rally for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The driver lost control of the vehicle while trying to avoid hitting a nilgai. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesWhat's the IFS vs IAS row in MP about? A look at its genesis, latest trigger & related 2000 SC ruling
In June this yr, MP govt ordered involvement of district collectors in forest officers' appraisal process. ThePrint recaps what the matter in SC is & what IFS officers, govt have said. Key Points
ThePrint4 killed, including one police officer in a shooting in Texas
Three people, including a police officer, were killed during a hostage situation in Austin, Texas. The suspect was shot and killed by SWAT officers after shooting at them. Key Points
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UP govt cancels RO/ARO exam over paper leak
The preliminary exam for Review officers and Assistant Review officers in Uttar Pradesh was cancelled due to a paper leak. The government provided evidence of examination influence and issued a cancellation instruction based on social media complaints. Key Points
Economic TimesSome political parties defend members who violate House decorum and face action, says PM Modi
PM was addressing All India Presiding officers Conference virtually. Remarks come in backdrop of record 146 Oppn MPs being suspended from Parliament during winter session last month. Key Points
ThePrintFinMin asks ministries/departments to follow guidelines on issuance of mobiles, laptops to officers
The finance ministry has directed various departments to follow guidelines for issuing mobiles, laptops, and similar devices to eligible officers of the Government of India for official work. The Department of Expenditure issued guidelines in July, allowing central government officers to receive devices costing up to Rs 1.3 lakh, which can be retained for personal use after 4 years. Key Points
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