Cuttack: Remembering police personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of the nation, the Odisha Police observed the 67th Police Commemoration Day at the State Police Headquarters in Cuttack on Wednesday. DGP-in-Charge Vinaytosh Mishra paid tribute to the martyrs and called on the force to strengthen its professional capabilities and public trust while…
Bhubaneswar: Tackling organised and inter-state crimes will get a dedicated focus in Odisha, with the state police planning to create special units in every police district for cases requiring detailed investigation. Director General of Police Vinaytosh Mishra announced the plan on Saturday while speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the passing-out parade of constable…
Bhubaneswar: With young people increasingly exposed to online fraud, cyber blackmail and digital exploitation, Odisha has launched a massive statewide campaign to promote cyber safety and responsible digital behaviour among students and youth. Organised jointly by Odisha Police, the School and Mass Education Department and the Higher Education Department, the campaign brought together more than…
Bhubaneswar: Recognising the coordinated efforts behind successful criminal prosecutions, the Odisha Police on Wednesday felicitated 66 police officers and government lawyers for their contribution to investigation, prosecution and securing convictions in sensitive and important cases. The felicitation ceremony, organised by the Crime Branch at Police Bhawan, was attended by Director General of Police Yogesh Bahadur…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant shake-up within the Odisha Police, the state government on Sunday transferred more than 55 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers, including Superintendents of Police (SPs) across 21 districts.
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi delivered a compelling address at the concluding session of the two-day conference of Collectors and Superintendents of Police (SPs), emphasizing the need for accountability, transparency, and public trust in law enforcement. Majhi praised the Odisha Police as “disciplined, people-oriented, and efficient,” while also highlighting areas for improvement, particularly in…
Bhubaneswar: The Social Media monitoring cell of the Odisha Police has taken swift action to block 292 offensive posts related to the General Elections 2024. These posts, originating from supporters of various political parties and other groups, were identified and removed from platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter). In response to…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Police has issued a directive urging its special security battalion personnel to remove tattoos on their bodies within 15 days, citing them as offensive, obscene, and derogatory when visible with the uniform. The Deputy Commissioner of Police (Security) issued the directive, emphasizing the need to maintain the professional image of the Battalion…
Bhubaneswar: In a ceremony marking the 75th Republic Day, Odisha Governor Raghubar Das felicitated 50 individuals from the state’s police force, Fire Brigade, civil defense, home guard, and jail for their exceptional services. The governor bestowed the Police Medal for Gallantry upon three members of the Special Operations Group (SOG) and one from the District…
Bhubaneswar: The Union Government has chosen 33 police personnel from Odisha for prestigious Gallantry and Service medals on the occasion of Republic Day 2024. The Government has undertaken steps to rationalize and transform the award system, merging sixteen Gallantry and Service Medals into four categories: President’s Medal for Gallantry (PMG), Medal for Gallantry (GM), President’s…
