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New Indian Express
11-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Delhi police arrests over 4K criminals in six months
NEW DELHI: Delhi Police's Southern Range has made significant strides in the first half of 2025, arresting more than 4,000 alleged criminals and seizing more than 600 firearms as part of its ongoing battle against crime, an officer said on Thursday. 'The campaign, titled Crackdown-2025, was initiated in January this year across the South and Southeast districts of the capital,' said Joint Commissioner of Police (Southern Range) SK Jain. The Southern Range executed four major operations, Garuda, Vajra, Shastra, and Nischay, resulting in a drastic reduction in street crime and a major dent in illegal activities, the officer added. Between January 1 and June 30, 4,300 arrests were made across the Southern Range, along with the recovery of 609 stolen mobile phones, 23 pistols, 149 country-made firearms, 241 live cartridges, and 250 knives. Police also seized over 262 kg of ganja, 6.6 kg of charas, 1.3 kg of smack, and synthetic drugs like methaqualone. In addition, illicit cash worth over Rs 1 crore was recovered, along with stolen gold, diamonds, and household items. Police said that under Operation Garuda, 421 foreign nationals, comprising 336 Bangladeshi and 85 African-origin people, were deported.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Time of India
Over 4k criminals rounded up in 6 mths in south Delhi
New Delhi: In the last six months, Delhi Police 's southern range has arrested over 4,300 criminals, dismantled organised criminal networks, and seized large quantities of narcotics, weapons, stolen goods and illicit liquor as part of their ongoing campaign, police said. Sharing statistics showing an overall decline in crime, joint commissioner of police (southern range) SK Jain said, attempt to murder cases fell by 45%, robbery by 28%, snatching by 26%, and burglary and house theft by 23%. Motor vehicle theft also saw a dip of 133 cases. "These actions reflect our zero-tolerance approach to crime. The results stem from four major drives, Operation Garuda , Vajra, Shastra and Nischay, each targeting a specific category of crime," the senior officer said. Under Operation Garuda, 421 illegal immigrants, including 336 Bangladeshi and 85 African nationals, were traced and deported following due legal process. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi Operation Shastra saw 455 people arrested in 385 Arms Act cases. Recoveries included 23 pistols, 149 country-made guns, 241 live cartridges and 250 knives. Operation Nischay, aimed at tackling narcotics trade, led to 170 drug traffickers getting arrested and over 262 kg of ganja, 6.5 kg of charas, 1.3 kg of smack, methaqualone and synthetic drugs including MDMA and amphetamines being seized. Operation Vajra, focused on street crimes like snatching and robbery, led to the arrest of 430 accused. Police also made significant gains against bootlegging. A total of 941 arrests were made under the Excise Act, with recoveries including over 2.13 lakh illicit liquor quarters, beer bottles and Rs 4.2 lakh in illegal
Hans India
10-07-2025
- Hans India
Over 4,300 arrested, heinous offences decrease in southern range: Delhi Police
New Delhi: In a sweeping crackdown on crime, the Delhi Police southern range has achieved major success in the first half of 2025, arresting over 4,300 criminals and dismantling key networks of robbers, drug traffickers, arms dealers, and illegal immigrants. The relentless six-month operation - codenamed Operation Garuda, Vajra, Shastra, and Nischay - has led to a significant drop in street crime, robbery, and thefts across South and South-East Delhi. As per data shared by the Joint Commissioner of Police (Southern Range), S.K. Jain, the operations were focused, intelligence-led, and targeted at the roots of organised criminal activity. The results speak for themselves: 4,300 plus arrests, including 430 robbers and snatchers, 455 illegal arms offenders, and 170 drug traffickers. The operations also include recovery of over 609 stolen mobile phones, 262 kg of Ganja, 6.6 kg of Charas, 1.3 kg of Smack, pistols, 149 country-made firearms, over 2.13 lakh quarters of illicit liquor, Rs 1 crore in cash and jewellery seized, along with hundreds of stolen vehicles and smuggled goods. Under Operation Garuda, the Southern Range Police identified and deported illegal immigrants who had either crossed the Indian border illegally or were staying or involved in unlawful activities. '421 illegal immigrants, including 336 Bangladeshi and 85 African nationals, identified and deported under Operation Garuda,' said a statement from the Delhi Police. Key cases solved include a double murder cracked within 10 hours in Lajpat Nagar and a major jewellery showroom heist with the recovery of 90 diamond pieces and 57 gm of gold. The crackdown has led to a 45 per cent drop in attempt to murder cases, 28 per cent fall in robberies, and 26 per cent decline in snatchings, and a notable dip in vehicle and house thefts - marking a visible impact on the capital's crime landscape. 'Through focused operations like Garuda, Vajra, Shastra, and Nischay, we have shown zero tolerance to crime in any form. These actions reflect our firm commitment to protect law-abiding citizens, recover stolen property, and push back against criminal elements operating in the city,' said Jt. CP S.K. Jain. 'I urge every citizen - if you see suspicious persons, illegal activity, or criminal movement, please inform your local police. Your identity will be kept completely confidential. Public cooperation is our strongest weapon in this fight against crime,' he added.
The Hindu
07-05-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Oriental Research Institute to be presented national award tomorrow
Oriental Research Institute of Mysuru is among the winners of the annual national award instituted by Udupi Bhandarkeri Math (Bhagavatashrama). The awards will be presented in a ceremony in Belagavi on Friday. Veteran scholars Parkala Venkatesh Bayari, Katti Pramodacharya of Belagavi and Shashidhar Acharya Kadapa of Mantralayam in Andhra Pradesh will also be presented the national award. The decades-long work of Oriental Research Institjute in preserving, nurturing and developing Indian knowledge systems, Vedas, culture, palmistry and heritage has been recognised by the award committee. The Vedapeetha award includes a cash prize of ₹1 lakh, a certificate and a memento. Researcher and author Parkala Venkatesh Bayari, who teaches Vedas at Purnapragnya Vidyapeetha in Bengaluru has been selected for the Shri Satyatirtha Anugraha Award. Pandit Katti Pramodacharya, who teaches Vedas and Shastra at Mumbai's Sri Satyadhyana Vidyapeetha, will be awarded the Shri Rajvidyamanya Award. Shashidhar Acharya Kadapa of Guru Sarvabhouma Sanskrit Vidyapeeth of Mantralayam has been selected for the Sri Bhandarkeri Rajahamsa Award. All three awards carry a cash prize of ₹50,000 each, a certificate of honour and a memento, said Bhandarkeri Mathadhiesh Sri Vidyeshathirtha Swamiji. The awards will be presented at the Rashtraguru Sri Vedavyasa Jayanti, the 82nd session of the Madhva Raddhanta Samvardha Sabha and the 25th Aradhana of Sri Vidyamanya Tirtha. Sri Vidyaprasanna Tirtha Swamiji of Udupi Pejawar Math, Vidushi Shubha Santosh, Pandit Badrinathacharya and Srinidhi Vasishtha will be present. Sri Vidyeshathirtha Swamiji will preside over the event, a release said.
