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10 Aug

Grenade Seized as Punjab Police Arrest Alleged Terror Operative in SBS Nagar

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Jalandhar (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Police have arrested a suspected operative allegedly associated with a foreign-directed terror network in a joint operation carried out by Counter Intelligence, Jalandhar, and SBS Nagar Police, officials said. The operation led to the recovery of an 86-P hand grenade, with investigators claiming that the seizure prevented an intended attack. According to preliminary findings shared by the police, the arrested man allegedly received instructions from handlers based abroad and subsequently arranged the grenade from a DLB in the Adampur area of Jalandhar. Police have linked the suspected network to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and alleged that…

31 Jul

Punjab Police Arrest Four Suspected KLF Members in Amritsar, Probe Alleged Independence Day Attack Plan

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant security operation ahead of Independence Day, the Amritsar Rural Police on Friday arrested four individuals alleged to be associated with the banned Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF). Investigators claim the suspects were conspiring to carry out a terror strike, prompting an intensified probe into their activities. According to officials familiar with the investigation, the arrested men are suspected of involvement in previous attacks on police infrastructure, where petrol bombs and grenades were allegedly used. Police are now examining whether the group was linked to multiple incidents that have taken place in the district over the…

26 Jul

Punjab Police Busts ISI-Linked Terror Module, Seizes Powerful IED; One Suspect Held

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major counter-terrorism operation, Punjab Police has dismantled an alleged terror module linked to the banned outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and backed by Pakistan's intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The operation resulted in the arrest of a suspected operative from Jalandhar and the recovery of a powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED), officials said on Tuesday. The operation was jointly conducted by the Counter Intelligence Wing in Jalandhar and the Jalandhar Rural Police, following specific intelligence inputs regarding the activities of a terror network allegedly being managed by handlers based outside India. During the search…

25 Jul

Punjab Police Secures Return of Wanted Gangster from Indonesia After Months-Long International Operation

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major achievement in its campaign against organised crime, Punjab Police has brought back alleged gangster Jobanjit Singh alias Joban Billa from Indonesia following a coordinated international operation spanning several months. Officials said the accused, who had been on the run and was allegedly operating from overseas, was deported from Jakarta and taken into police custody upon his arrival in Punjab. The operation was executed by the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) in collaboration with OFTEC Punjab, central law enforcement agencies, and international counterparts. Investigators described the mission as a significant step in tracking down fugitives attempting…

19 Jul

Punjab Police Attaches Rs 319 Crore Drug Assets and Arrests Over 68,850 Traffickers in 500 Days of ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Police’s three-pronged strategy of strict enforcement, community participation and preventive education has emerged as the hallmark of its flagship anti-drug campaign, Yudh Nashian Virudh. Over the 500 days since its launch, the campaign has dealt significant blows to the narcotics trade while mobilising communities to play an active role in the fight against drugs. On completion of 500 days of Yudh Nashian Virudh, Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav said the period has witnessed one of the most intensive crackdowns on drug traffickers in the state’s history through sustained enforcement, intelligence-led operations and community…

07 Jul

25 Kg Heroin Seized in Amritsar, Three Held as Punjab Police Bust Cross-Border Drug Network

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Police's Counter Intelligence unit in Amritsar has busted a major narcotics smuggling network and arrested three alleged drug traffickers, recovering 25 kilograms of heroin from their possession.Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said on Tuesday that the arrested accused have been identified as Bhupinder Singh, Ravi Kumar and Vishal Singh. Police also seized a Hyundai Verna car that was allegedly being used to transport the contraband.The operation was carried out as part of the Punjab Government's ongoing campaign to eliminate drug trafficking in the state under the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.According to the…

04 Jul

Punjab Government Tightens Crackdown on Crime with Over 43,000 Gangsters and 71,000 Drug Smugglers Arrested

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Reiterating the Bhagwant Mann Government’s unwavering commitment to making the state free from gangsterism and drugs, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal on Saturday said that the Bhagwant Mann government has been pursuing an uncompromising campaign against anti-social elements while simultaneously delivering on its public welfare commitments. Addressing the media, AAP Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said, “The Bhagwant Mann Government is fully committed to eradicating gangsterism and drugs from Punjab. Our ‘Gangsters Te Vaar’ campaign has now entered its 164th day, and its impactful and positive results…

21 Jun

Punjab Security Forces Neutralize Criminal Syndicate Linked to Overseas Handlers, Detain Three Suspects

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant crackdown on illicit networks and syndicate operations, the State Special Operation Cell (SSOC) Amritsar and Counter Intelligence Jalandhar, working in tandem with a central intelligence agency, successfully intercepted a specialized gangster cell. The joint tactical operation concluded with the arrest of three active operatives and the confiscation of three high-end, imported pistols alongside compatible ammunition. Following the apprehension, a formal criminal case was filed at the SSOC police station in Amritsar to facilitate a deeper judicial inquiry. Initial interrogations indicate that the captured suspects were acting as local executors for organized crime figures residing…

18 Jun

Interstate Police Coordination Strengthens Punjab’s Crackdown on Gangsters and Organised Crime

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Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): Ensuring safety of the state masses, Punjab Police goes beyond their jurisdiction to strengthen their operational ties with not only the police force of the neighbouring states, but across the nation. From tracking the gangsters’ network to other states to building operation ties, the state police has achieved a massive success in breaking the backbone of the gangs and their network. Besides creating a network of intelligence-sharing and launching joint actions, the police ensure difficult times for the criminals to exploit geographical boundaries. “We are very clear in our motto— criminals cannot just escape after committing crimes…

04 Jun

Punjab Police’s Citizen-Centric Policing Wins Praise from Ludhiana Industry Leaders

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Chandigarh/Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Police is setting new benchmarks in modern-day policing by strengthening the bond between citizens and law enforcement while creating a safe and secure environment across the state. Ludhiana, Punjab’s industrial hub, is emerging as a prime example of this citizen-centric approach, with leading industrialists and residents acknowledging the visible improvements in policing, community engagement and crime prevention initiatives. Under the leadership of Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, Punjab Police has intensified efforts to ensure a crime-free atmosphere, earning appreciation from people across different sections of society. From swift action against criminal activities to…