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Tamil Nadu reshuffle assigns Finance Health Energy to top ministers as CM Joseph Vijay holds Police

Tamil Nadu reshuffle assigns Finance Health Energy to top ministers as CM Joseph Vijay holds Police

Tamil Nadu has announced a ministerial portfolio split designed around a tightly controlled top layer of governance. Finance goes to K A Sengottaiyan, Health and Family Welfare to K G Arunraj, and Energy along with Law to R Nirmalkumar. Food and Civil Supplies is assigned to P Venkataramanan, while N Anand takes Rural Development and Water Resources. Chief Minister Joseph Vijay retains high-impact responsibilities including Public and General Administration, Police, and Women and Youth Welfare.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 16 May 2026
West Bengal dissolves Police Welfare Board as CM says it became a party front

West Bengal dissolves Police Welfare Board as CM says it became a party front

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.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 16 May 2026

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Lucknow University professor booked after viral audio allegedly offers exam papers for a private meeting

Lucknow University professor booked after viral audio allegedly offers exam papers for a private meeting

A Lucknow University assistant professor, Dr Paramjeet Singh of the Zoology department, has been detained after an objectionable audio clip went viral. In the recording, he is alleged to repeatedly urge a female student to meet him and claims he has “two papers” arranged, even after she refuses. The university alerted police, and an FIR was filed at Hasanganj police station following a complaint by the Controller of Examinations. Singh denies allegations, citing internal politics, as ABVP protests demand action.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 16 May 2026
Jaipur hospital bomb threat demands Rs 40 crore as police detain caller

Jaipur hospital bomb threat demands Rs 40 crore as police detain caller

Panic erupted at Sawai Man Singh Hospital in Jaipur after a bomb threat reportedly demanded Rs 40 crore. Police cordoned off the area and searched for suspicious objects but found none. The caller was traced to Haryana and has been detained, with investigators bringing him to Jaipur for further questioning as the hospital grapples with the scare.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Lawrence Bishnoi gang claims gunfire outside Diljit manager home in Karnal as police say no complaint yet

Lawrence Bishnoi gang claims gunfire outside Diljit manager home in Karnal as police say no complaint yet

The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for gunfire reported outside the residence of Diljit Dosanjh’s manager in Karnal, citing a social media post. But Haryana authorities say no complaint has been received so far, and a preliminary sweep at the scene reportedly found nothing amiss. Investigations are expected to clarify the claim and incident details.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Woman reportedly hanging from Vancouver Granville Street bridge as police operation sparks hours of closure

Woman reportedly hanging from Vancouver Granville Street bridge as police operation sparks hours of closure

The Granville Street Bridge in Vancouver stayed closed for hours Tuesday after reports of a woman seen hanging from the structure during a police operation. Traffic backed up across the area, while social media circulated unverified claims about a rescue. Authorities have not yet released an official update or confirmed what happened.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026

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Granville Street Bridge shut both ways as police handled an unusual incident for hours

Granville Street Bridge shut both ways as police handled an unusual incident for hours

The Granville Street Bridge in Vancouver was fully closed in both directions Tuesday afternoon, disrupting rush-hour traffic while police responded to an ongoing incident. Authorities urged drivers to use alternate routes and noted the situation was not believed to be criminal. Public transit services were also rerouted due to the disruption.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
NEET solver gang busted in Nalanda with MBBS student among two arrested for fake admit cards

NEET solver gang busted in Nalanda with MBBS student among two arrested for fake admit cards

Nalanda Police cracked an organised NEET solver gang during a high-alert vehicle inspection on Pavapuri Road ahead of the now-cancelled NEET-UG 2026 exam. Three people, including a second-year MBBS student, were apprehended after police found cash and fake admit cards, raising concerns about exam-time fraud networks.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026
100 days on police scale back search for Nancy Guthrie as experts say it turns to recovery

100 days on police scale back search for Nancy Guthrie as experts say it turns to recovery

After 100 days, police have scaled back the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, prompting experts to say the investigation has shifted from a rescue effort to a recovery operation. The family had raised concerns about her health. Authorities say the case remains active and ongoing, with continued coordination with the FBI.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Man arrested after alleged assault of two Halifax police officers outside headquarters faces multiple charges

Man arrested after alleged assault of two Halifax police officers outside headquarters faces multiple charges

A man has been arrested in Halifax after allegedly assaulting two police officers outside Halifax Regional Police headquarters. Police say the suspect resisted arrest and faces multiple charges, following responding to numerous weekend calls. In related news, a motorcycle driver was seriously injured in a separate collision as officers responded to incidents across the area.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026

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Rajasthan four friends burn dead man’s finger and toe to fake insurance claim

Rajasthan four friends burn dead man’s finger and toe to fake insurance claim

In Bhilwara, Rajasthan, police arrested three men accused of mutilating a deceased man by burning his finger and toe to stage an insurance fraud. The victim’s mother alleged a conspiracy and post-death mutilation. Investigators say the plot fell apart because a doctor could not be reached. One accused remains absconding, and police are probing links to similar cases.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Gelatin sticks and timer circuits found near Bengaluru ahead of PM Modi visit sparks conspiracy probe

Gelatin sticks and timer circuits found near Bengaluru ahead of PM Modi visit sparks conspiracy probe

Police in Bengaluru recovered gelatin sticks and timer circuit components near Kaggalipura, prompting investigators to examine whether a wider plot was being planned around Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit. A suspect has been detained, and officials are trying to determine if the recovery indicates an actual attack plan or a hoax, amid fears of conspiracy.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 12 May 2026
Three UP sharp shooters arrested in Chandranath Rath murder case after pre planned killing

Three UP sharp shooters arrested in Chandranath Rath murder case after pre planned killing

West Bengal Police have arrested three alleged sharp shooters from Uttar Pradesh in the Chandranath Rath murder case. Rath, executive assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, was shot dead on May 6 near his home in Madhyamgram in what investigators call a pre-planned contract killing. The accused are expected to be produced in Barasat Court today.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 11 May 2026
Pakistan suicide attack kills 14 police officers as gun battle erupts, Taliban splinter group claims

Pakistan suicide attack kills 14 police officers as gun battle erupts, Taliban splinter group claims

A suicide bombing at a police station in Bannu, Pakistan, killed 14 officers, triggering a fierce gun battle, authorities say. The attack was claimed by a rogue faction of the Pakistan Taliban, highlighting a troubling escalation in militant activity in the area and raising fears of further violence.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026

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Vijay meets top officials to assess Tamil Nadu law and order on first day as CM

Vijay meets top officials to assess Tamil Nadu law and order on first day as CM

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.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026
London restaurateur Harman Singh Kapoor plans legal fight after 24 hour custody

London restaurateur Harman Singh Kapoor plans legal fight after 24 hour custody

London restaurateur Harman Singh Kapoor says he was held for nearly 24 hours after an arrest tied to his non halal restaurant Rangrez. He alleges discriminatory treatment by the Metropolitan Police and Mayor Sadiq Khan, saying authorities acted unfairly despite his Sikh faith based principles. Kapoor now plans legal action and asks supporters to patronize his business directly.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026
Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen claims deadly Pakistan police attack killed 14 in car bombing and ambush

Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen claims deadly Pakistan police attack killed 14 in car bombing and ambush

A car bombing struck a police post in northwestern Pakistan, and an ambush followed as officers rushed to respond, killing at least 14 police personnel, Reuters reported. Police said the bodies of 14 officers were recovered from a collapsed outpost, while three others were found alive and taken to hospital. The group Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen claimed responsibility.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 10 May 2026
TMC alleges panchayat member death in Hooghly as BJP denies role amid shop arson

TMC alleges panchayat member death in Hooghly as BJP denies role amid shop arson

A Trinamool Congress panchayat member’s body was found in Hooghly on Sunday, prompting the party to claim its post-poll violence death toll has risen to six, while BJP denies involvement. In Purba Medinipur’s Khejuri, police are also investigating reports that more than sixty shops were set ablaze by BJP-backed individuals. Authorities are examining both cases.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026

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Suicide car bomb attack kills at least 12 police in Bannu northwest Pakistan

Suicide car bomb attack kills at least 12 police in Bannu northwest Pakistan

A suicide car bomb attack targeted a police checkpoint in Bannu in northwestern Pakistan on Saturday night. Police said an explosives-laden vehicle was detonated first, followed by militants storming the post. At least 12 police officers were killed, and one officer remains missing as investigations continue.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026
Car bombing in Bannu Pakistan kills three police officers and triggers ambush

Car bombing in Bannu Pakistan kills three police officers and triggers ambush

A car bombing struck a police post in Bannu, Pakistan, killing at least three officers and injuring 15 while destroying the installation. After the blast, militants ambushed police and responders, leading to additional casualties. The coordinated attack was claimed by the Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen alliance, raising fears that the death toll could rise further.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026
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