Maharashtra Police News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Govt to amend MCOCA to contain smuggling of narcotics: CM Fadnavis
Mumbai, July 2: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday told the state council that the state government will move an amendment during the ongoing monsoon session to the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) to take action against the smuggling of narcotics to deal with the cases in which the accused arrested under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985 received bail.
Maharashtra CM visits Kawande Outpost in Gadchiroli; highlights security boost and development
Gadchiroli, June 6: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday visited the Kawande Police Outpost on the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border in the Gadchiroli district.
Conviction rate should be increased through effective implementation of new criminal laws: CM Fadnavis
Sangli, May 23 : Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who also holds the Home portfolio, on Friday asked the police administration to effectively implement the new criminal laws and increase the conviction rate in Maharashtra saying that the police force should do its utmost to maintain law and order.
'Fight against LWE gains strength': Eknath Shinde hails security forces for Gadchiroli encounter
Mumbai, May 23: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday said that four Maoists neutralised during an encounter in the state's Gadchiroli district has come as a success in the fight by the Central government to completely eradicate LWE from the country's soil.
Maharashtra: 4 Maoists neutralised in encounter with Gadchiroli Police, CRPF
Gadchiroli May 23: Four hardcore Maoists were neutralised in an intense exchange of fire with Gadchiroli Police and CRPF personnel near the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border on Friday morning, following a targeted anti-Naxal operation launched based on credible intelligence.
Head constable can also now investigate offences in Maharashtra
Mumbai, May 15: The Maharashtra government on Thursday issued a gazette notification whereby the police head constable can also now investigate the offence in Greater Mumbai and the rest of the state as per sub-section (1) of section 176 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
Maharashtra Police and UNICEF unite to pioneer child-friendly policing framework
Mumbai, March 27: Maharashtra Police, in collaboration with UNICEF, has launched a comprehensive training program for Special Juvenile Police Units (SJPUs) in a bid to safeguard the rights and well-being of children.
Conducting unbiased investigation; 99 people arrested: Nagpur Police Commissioner
Nagpur, March 21: As many as 99 people have been arrested in connection with the Nagpur violence, and an unbiased investigation is being carried out, Nagpur Police Commissioner Ravinder Singal said on Friday.
Should not divide people on basis of caste and religion: Congress leader Ashok Gehlot on Nagpur violence
Jaipur, March 21: Former Chief Minister of Rajasthan and Congress leader Ashok Gehlot on Friday urged the ruling government not to divide the people on the basis of caste and religion.
Maharashtra: Curfew lifted in Nandanvan, Kapil Nagar; partial relaxation in other areas of Nagpur
Nagpur, March 20: Relative peace has returned to most areas of Nagpur City after violence had broken out on March 17 over the issue of Aurangzeb's grave. On Thursday, curfew was lifted in the Nandanvan and Kapil Nagar police limits of Nagpur city.
Over 50 people detained following Nagpur violence; Situation peaceful now, says Police Commissioner
Nagpur, March 18: Nagpur Police on Tuesday said over 50 people in connection with the violence which erupted in Nagpur on March 17 night, and is in the process of identifying any other people involved through CCTV footage and social media posts. The situation in the area is peaceful now, city's Commissioner of Police Ravinder Kumar Singal said on Tuesday.
47 people detained in aftermath of Nagpur violence: Maharashtra Minister Yogesh Kadam
Mumbai, March 18: Maharashtra Junior Minister for Home (Urban) Yogesh Kadam on Tuesday morning said that the police had detained 47 people in the aftermath of the violence that took place in Nagpur amid the demands for the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb.
Nagpur violence: Minister Bawankule to visit violence-hit areas, review situation
Nagpur, March 18: State Revenue Minister and Nagpur district guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankuke on Tuesday rushed to the city. He will visit the violence-affected areas and hold a meeting with the police officials.
Nagpur violence: Curfew imposed in several areas under Section 163 after protest over Aurangzeb's grave
Nagpur, March 18: A curfew has been imposed in multiple areas of Nagpur city under Section 163 of the Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) following tensions over the demand to remove Aurangzeb's grave, read an official Maharashtra police notification.
Nagpur Violence: Clashes erupt in Hansapuri after earlier unrest in Mahal
Nagpur, March 18: Violence erupted in Nagpur's Hansapuri area as unidentified individuals vandalized shops, torched vehicles, and pelted stones, following an earlier clash between two groups in the Mahal area that had already heightened tensions in the city, according to reports.
'Don't believe in any rumours': Nagpur Police chief appeals to citizens amid tensions
Nagpur, March 17: Nagpur Police Commissioner Ravinder Singal appealed to the citizens to cooperate with the administration in maintaining peace, and law and order.
Maharashtra: One of the accused has criminal history, says Jalgaon Police on molestation of Union Minister's daughter
Jalgaon, March 2: One of the accused in the alleged molestation case involving the daughter of Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, has multiple criminal cases registered against him, Jalgaon police said on Sunday.
Had the guts to molest, record videos: Union MoS approaches police after daughter harassed during procession in Maharashtra's Jalgaon
Jalgaon, March 2: Raksha Khadse, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Youth Affairs and Sports, on Sunday approached the police and lodged a complaint after her daughter was allegedly molested during a religious procession in Maharashtra's Jalgaon on February 28.
CM Devendra Fadnavis attends Maharashtra Police Conference
Thane, March 1: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis attended the Maharashtra Police Conference on Saturday and said various topics, including the implementation of the three new laws in state and how to prevent violence against women and children were discussed.
Maha has zero tolerance policy on drugs: CM Fadnavis
Thane, March 1: Maharashtra Chief Minister and Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Saturday that there will be a zero tolerance policy of the state government regarding drugs.
Haryana: 15th All India Police Commando competition concludes at CRPF Campus
Gurugram, February 22: The 15th All India Police Commando Competition culminated today with a grand closing ceremony at the CRPF Group Centre, Gurugram. Tapan Kumar Deka, Director, Intelligence Bureau, and Chairman, All India Police Sports Control Board, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.
Two apprehended in connection with threat mail to Maha Deputy CM Eknath Shinde
Mumbai, Feb 21: The Mumbai Crime Branch, with assistance from Buldhana Police, apprehended two individuals on Friday in connection with an email threat targeting Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
Govt making efforts to maintain law and order in every part of state: Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar
Pune, January 18: A political row has erupted in Maharashtra after an intruder attacked Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan at his residence. The opposition leaders are cornering the state government and accusing it of failing to provide security and safety to the citizens.
Saif Ali Khan stabbing case: How it unfolded and spiralled into a political controversy
Mumbai, Jan 16: For the family of Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, Thursday started with a violent commotion. The actor, who was woken up during the wee hours of Thursday, was in for an unpleasant surprise when he found that a robber had barged in his house through the room of the youngest member of the family, his son, Jeh.
It won't be right to say Mumbai is unsafe based on one, two incidents: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis
Mumbai, January 16: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday stated that the law and order of Mumbai cannot be judged based on a few incidents and asserted that the city is the safest place.