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Odisha Police Felicitates 66 Officers, Lawyers for Successful Prosecution of Sensitive Cases

Bureau The News HashtagAugust 12, 2026August 12, 202603 mins

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…

Major IPS Reshuffle in Odisha: Over 55 Officers Transferred, SDD Singh is New Police Commissioner of Cuttack-Bhubaneswar

Bureau The News HashtagSeptember 30, 202402 mins

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.

CM Majhi Calls for Accountability, Modernization in Odisha Police at Collectors and SPs Conference

Bureau The News HashtagSeptember 28, 2024September 28, 202403 mins

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…

Odisha Police Blocks 292 Offensive Social Media Posts

Bureau The News HashtagMay 2, 2024May 3, 202402 mins

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…

Odisha Police Orders Removal of Tattoos Among Special Security Battalion Personnel

Bureau The News HashtagApril 10, 202402 mins

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…

Odisha Governor Honours Brave Personnel on Republic Day

Bureau The News HashtagJanuary 26, 202401 mins

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…

Republic Day Honours: Odisha Police Personnel to receive President’s Medal for Gallantry and Service

Bureau The News HashtagJanuary 25, 2024January 25, 202403 mins

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…

Odisha Govt Announces Governor’s Medal Awards for Distinguished Police Personnel in 2023

Bureau The News HashtagJanuary 21, 2024January 21, 202402 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has chosen 20 outstanding police personnel across various categories for the prestigious Governor’s Medal for the year 2023. In a recent announcement by the Home Department, a total of 20 police officials, including two with the rank of Inspector General (IG), have been nominated for the esteemed Governor’s Medal Award in…