West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari dissolved the Police Welfare Board after an administrative review in Diamond Harbour, saying it had drifted from its intended purpose into what he described as a party’s frontal organisation. He pledged zero tolerance for attacks on police and promised strict enforcement of law and order. Adhikari also announced priority postings for women police in their home districts and urged immediate action against extortion by auto and e-rickshaw operators, asking residents to file specific complaints.
Rajasthan petrol pump dealers have alleged that oil marketing companies (OMCs) are reducing fuel supplies to retail outlets while also imposing informal limits on how much petrol and diesel consumers can buy. The Rajasthan Petroleum Dealers Association claims dealers are being told to restrict sales via mobile messages and verbal instructions. In a representation to oil companies, the association warned the step could trigger disputes at fuel stations and potentially escalate into law and order problems across the state.
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BJP state president BY Vijayendra condemned the discovery of gelatin sticks along Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s travel route in Bengaluru, calling it a serious breakdown of the Congress government’s law and order. He urged a thorough investigation and strict action against negligent officials, stressing that the highest security measures must be ensured for the Prime Minister amid the incident.
In his first meeting after taking CM oath, Vijay reviewed the law and order situation in Tamil Nadu with senior administration and police leadership. Chief Secretary M Saikumar, the Home Prohibition and Excise Additional Chief Secretary K Manivasan, DGP Sandeep Rai Rathore, and key CM secretariat officials attended. The closed-door discussion focused on on-ground policing and coordination as the new term begins.
After BJP formed the government in West Bengal, Minister Dilip Ghosh said the administration must start immediately to rebuild the state. Speaking at the Kolkata swearing-in, he claimed there is “no law and order” and that people had been living in fear. While acknowledging reforms will take time, he promised visible changes soon.
A 17 year old girl in Telangana has alleged she was sexually assaulted by Bandi Bhageerath, son of Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay, at a farmhouse in Moinabad on December 31. Bhageerath denied the claim, saying he is being honey trapped, as the incident sparks intense scrutiny and legal action.
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Newly sworn-in West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari convened a key meeting with senior officials to assess law and order and ensure government schemes continue smoothly. The agenda also included progress on renovating Writers' Buildings, with directives issued to maintain seamless operations. The review signals immediate focus on security stability alongside continuity of welfare delivery from the previous administration.
Tension has gripped West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas after a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was shot dead. Police have boosted security and urged calm as BJP supporters protest, demanding the arrest of the attackers. The killing, termed a targeted assassination, has sharpened BJP and TMC accusations following recent assembly poll outcomes.
West Bengal Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari called the shooting of his aide Chandra a cold-blooded, pre-planned murder, alleging it reflects a “Maha-Jungle Raj” under the state’s recent governance. The claim raises fresh political alarm in Madhyamgram, as Adhikari links the incident to a worsening law-and-order climate over the past 15 years.
Kolkata Police has dismissed a viral “advisory” circulating on social media as fake and misleading, assuring residents that law and order in the city is normal and being closely monitored. In a statement on X, the police warned that strict legal action will be taken against people spreading false information that could cause panic.
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The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to bring Vande Mataram under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, placing it on par with Jana Gana Mana. An amendment bill will be introduced in Parliament, and disrupting the rendition could become a punishable offence. Penalties could include imprisonment of up to three years.
Kolkata Police has prohibited victory processions and public celebrations on May 4, the day West Bengal Assembly elections 2026 votes are counted. The move is intended to maintain public order and ensure a smooth counting process. Processions will be permitted only from May 5 with prior permission, and violators can face legal action.
West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal urged citizens to keep peace after election results, stressing that polling remained largely high and largely violence-free. He said over 500 companies of central forces will stay in the state post-election, supported by strict vigil and control rooms, to prevent any untoward incidents and maintain order during the transition period.
The Election Commission has ordered all victory festivities in West Bengal to be suspended today to maintain law and order after election results were announced. Authorities are addressing reports that party representatives are having difficulty accessing counting stations. Officials say a resolution is expected shortly, with the move aimed at preventing unrest during the immediate post-result period.
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Doda authorities have ordered a two-month ban on unauthorized protests and gatherings in parts of Doda town. The restriction follows large public events organized after MLA Mehraj Malik’s release from detention, including a rally where he addressed supporters. Officials say the move is meant to prevent public disturbance and maintain law and order.
Authorities in Doda, Jammu and Kashmir, have imposed a two-month ban on unauthorised assemblies involving five or more people. The administration says the move is intended to prevent public disturbance and maintain law and order in specific areas. The restriction comes as officials anticipate large gatherings linked to events by recently released AAP MLA Mehraj Malik.
Ahead of Tamil Nadu election results, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has met Chief Election Officer Archana Patnaik, urging the Election Commission to deploy armed police and set up 1-km sterile zones around counting centres. TVK cited alleged arson at its party office and warned of potential crowding by DMK workers, pushing for stronger security to maintain law and order.
Central Armed Police Forces will continue operating in West Bengal after polling ends, with around 700 companies remaining to help maintain peace and prevent untoward incidents. The extended presence is intended to ensure normalcy and support state administration, while any further change in deployment duration will depend on ground assessments.
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West Bengal authorities detained 2,473 people in just two and a half days ahead of the second phase of the state assembly elections. Officials say the move follows intensified surveillance and targets individuals identified as potential troublemakers, with Purba Bardhaman seeing the highest number of detentions. The Election Commission insists the process is aimed at ensuring free and fair polling.
Kerala is observing a 12-hour statewide hartal on April 28 after the death of dental student Nithin Raj. Dozens of organizations are demanding justice, and the protest is already affecting public transport and daily commercial activity. Authorities say the shutdown will vary by locality, so commuters and shoppers need to plan ahead for what remains open.
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