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Punjab Police Nabs ISI Agent in Operation Sindoor for Leaking Sensitive Info to Pakistan

June 3, 2025, 11:33 am

In a big breakthrough, the Punjab Police on Tuesday apprehended Gagandeep Singh from Tarn Taran for allegedly spying for Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). He was accused by authorities of passing on vital information on Indian Army movements in the course of the current Operation Sindoor.

The accused was revealed to be a Mohalla Rodupur, Gali Nazar Singh Wali resident in Tarn Taran. He is said to have leaked sensitive military information to Pakistani Intelligence Operatives (PIOs). Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav confirmed the arrest in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating that the police moved quickly based on intelligence relayed by the Counter-Intelligence Wing.

“Taking immediate action upon receipt of inputs from Counter-Intelligence-Punjab, @TarnTaranPolice, during a joint operation arrests Gagandeep Singh @ Gagan. passing sensitive inputs regarding army movements during #OperationSindhoor,” stated DGP Yadav.

Establishing contact with ISI operatives

As per the DGP, Gagandeep Singh had regular contact with Pakistan-based pro-Khalistan figure Gopal Singh Chawla for the last five years. Chawla supposedly introduced Singh to PIOs, who used Singh to collect strategic military intelligence from Indian soil.

A cellular phone, which the accused had used to exchange intelligence with the ISI, was seized by the police. Contact information of more than 20 ISI-affiliated operatives was also on the phone, and this further raised suspicions about the presence of a large spy ring.

Money trail and Official Secrets Act action

First-hand investigation has confirmed that Gagandeep Singh was being paid by ISI handlers using Indian financial networks. Forces have initiated detailed financial and technical investigations to identify the extent of this espionage network.

“Detailed financial and technical investigations are ongoing to identify other connections and determine the complete extent of this espionage network,” said DGP Yadav.

An FIR under the Official Secrets Act has been lodged at the City Police Station, Tarn Taran. The further interrogation and investigation are also on to track more members of this spy ring.

The incident serves as a grim reminder of cross-border espionage attempts that remain a threat to India’s national security apparatus. Punjab Police’s speedy action could have averted greater penetration and sabotage during delicate military operations.

Corruption probe deepens in Punjab Police after NRI’s arrest

June 1, 2025, 2:58 am

Senior Punjab Police officers face corruption and misconduct allegations amid growing scandal in Fazilka district.

NEW DEHLI: Corruption and misconduct allegations against senior officers of the Punjab police have converged into a deepening scandal, with SSP Varinder Singh Brar and SHO Manjit Singh of Fazilka emerging as central figures in both a bribery case and the alleged unlawful arrest of an NRI.

The Punjab government this week suspended Brar for failing to act on corruption under his command, even as the Punjab and Haryana High Court examines contempt charges and due process violations involving the same set of officers.

These parallel developments underscore a broader pattern of abuse of power in Fazilka, a sensitive border district. Anubhav Khanna, an NRI from Haryana employed in the UAE, told The Sunday Guardian that officers from Fazilka’s Cyber Crime police Station demanded a bribe to suppress a matrimonial case filed against him. He said that Manjit Singh pressured him for money while in custody, urging an out-of-court settlement. Khanna further alleged that police unlawfully detained him at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport on December 18, 2024, without serving the mandatory notice under Section 41-A of the CrPC and handcuffed him during his transfer to Fazilka.

This episode is linked to a broader alleged corruption case in the same police unit. The Punjab Vigilance Bureau recently arrested four officers—including Manjit Singh—for allegedly accepting a Rs 1 lakh bribe to suppress a complaint involving a minor’s mobile phone. The complaint had been raised by the child’s father, Dharminder Singh, who had also formally informed Brar.

No action followed, and Brar’s failure to intervene is a primary reason behind his suspension. Crucially, the same officers—Brar, Manjit Singh, and others—are now facing contempt proceedings in the Punjab and Haryana High Court based on Khanna’s case.

The ongoing court matter also names SP Operations Karanwir Singh, DSP (D) Balkar Singh, and Senior Constables Rajpal Singh and Sumit Kumar.

The High Court, in its order dated May 22, 2025, observed a prima facie case of serious violations and directed Brar and Manjit Singh to appear. While Manjit Singh attended the May 27 hearing, Brar did not. The next hearing is set for July 10, 2025. Khanna, embroiled in a matrimonial dispute since 2021, claims the FIR against him was weaponised by his estranged wife to coerce a financial settlement.

He accuses police of denying him food, water, and dignity during transit, violating both Supreme Court guidelines and constitutional safeguards. His lawyer, Ritu Punj, termed the arrest a “blatant violation of constitutional norms.” Despite multiple written complaints and RTI responses submitted to Brar—including claims that Fazilka Cyber police Station lacks CCTV coverage in violation of Supreme Court orders—no action was taken.

These developments have once again put the spotlight on alleged police misconduct in sensitive border districts like Fazilka, which shares a boundary with Pakistan. Both the criminal probe and High Court proceedings are ongoing, with further departmental action expected in the coming days.

Delhi Police Busts ‘Punjab Govt’ Car with Liquor, Cash & AAP Pamphlets: BJP Reacts! | WATCH

January 30, 2025, 6:18 am

Delhi Police registered a case late Wednesday after discovering a vehicle labeled “Punjab Government” near Punjab Bhavan on Copernicus Marg. Upon inspection, authorities found cash, liquor, and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) pamphlets inside the vehicle.

Flying Squad Intercepts Suspicious Vehicle

The Flying Squad, responsible for addressing Model Code of Conduct violations, intercepted the car with a Punjab number plate in New Delhi district. The team investigates election-related complaints, including voter bribery, illicit funds, and illegal distribution of liquor. According to police officials, legal proceedings have been initiated, and a case has been filed at Tilak Marg police station.

Punjab Government Denies Ownership

Contrary to initial assumptions, the Punjab Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) clarified that the vehicle does not belong to the Punjab government. It was registered under Maj. Anubhav Shivpuri, a former officer at the Army Dental College in Pathankot. Furthermore, discrepancies were found in the vehicle registration, as the seized Hyundai Creta’s number plate belonged to a Ford EcoSport registered in 2018. Authorities confirmed that the number plate was fake.

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#WATCH | Today information was received that one suspicious vehicle with a Punjab registration plate and ‘Punjab Sarkar’ written on it is standing near Punjab Bhavan on Copernicus Marg. On searching, a huge amount of cash, many liquor bottles and pamphlets of Aam Aadmi Party were… pic.twitter.com/oLmLYrk8mL

— ANI (@ANI) January 29, 2025

BJP Slams AAP, Calls for Probe

Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva reacted sharply, claiming ₹10 lakh in cash, liquor bottles, and AAP campaign materials were recovered from the vehicle. He accused AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal of corrupt practices, stating, “First, it was liquor, now money. Kejriwal is losing Delhi elections and is resorting to bribery.”

BJP candidate from Malviya Nagar, Satish Upadhyay, also criticized AAP, alleging that the party aims to buy votes with liquor. Similarly, BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal called the incident an exposure of AAP’s “corrupt foundation built on scams and deceit.”

AAP Dismisses Allegations as ‘Hilarious’

AAP national spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar refuted the accusations, calling them baseless. She emphasised that the Punjab government had already clarified the vehicle’s forged registration. “The car never entered Punjab Bhavan, and its registered owner is from BJP-ruled Maharashtra, not Delhi,” she said, asserting that BJP is trying to deflect its impending electoral defeat.

High Stakes Before Delhi Elections

The controversy has added to the charged political atmosphere ahead of the February 5 Delhi Assembly elections. With counting scheduled for February 8, political tensions continue to rise as both parties trade accusations.

Court Slams Punjab Police for Providing ‘Studio-Like Facility’ for Lawrence Bishnoi’s Interview

October 30, 2024, 1:00 pm

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has expressed concerns about the Special Investigation Team’s (SIT) cancellation report regarding the Lawrence Bishnoi interview case, suggesting a possible nexus and criminal conspiracy between police officials and the gangster. The court has mandated a new investigation into Bishnoi’s 2023 interview conducted by a private channel while he was incarcerated in Bathinda jail.

The court stated, “Police officials allowed the criminal to use an electronic device and provided a studio-like facility to conduct the interview, which tends to glorify crime with the potential to facilitate other crimes, including extortion by the criminal and his associates.”

Additionally, the court criticized the state government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, for its handling of the situation, highlighting that lower-ranking officers were being unfairly scapegoated. The bench, comprising Justices Anupinder Singh Grewal and Lapita Banerji, pointed out that of the suspended officials, only two were gazetted officers, while the rest were junior staff.

“Involvement of police officials may suggest receipt of illegal gratification from the criminal or his associates and constitute offences under the Prevention of Corruption Act. Therefore, the case requires further investigation,” the bench remarked.

Recently, the Punjab Police suspended seven personnel, including two deputy superintendents, in relation to this case. However, the court raised concerns regarding Shiv Kumar, the former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in-charge, who had been terminated but remained on an extension.

The court questioned the rationale behind Bishnoi’s repeated transfers to the CIA in Kharar for remand and interrogation, directing the state to submit additional affidavits.

“It appears that, besides two gazetted officers, all the remaining officers are of lower rank. We had clearly mentioned in our earlier order that lower-level officers should not be made scapegoats,” the court emphasized.

Furthermore, the court pointed out the absence of an affidavit from senior officials about Bishnoi’s interview in Punjab jail. It questioned, “Why did the DGP state that no interview took place in Punjab’s jail, and why was Section 120-B of the Criminal Conspiracy Act not applied to the officers involved?”

The SIT, headed by the Special Director General of Police (Human Rights), acknowledged that one interview with Bishnoi occurred during his custody in Mohali’s Kharar, while another took place in Rajasthan. In light of these revelations, seven police personnel were suspended.

The controversy surrounding Bishnoi’s interviews intensified after videos surfaced following the murder of former Maharashtra minister and Ajit Pawar’s NCP leader, Baba Siddique, who was shot by assailants in Mumbai on October 13.

PUNJAB POLICE CRACKS BHODI MURDER CASE

October 19, 2024, 3:09 am

The Punjab Police has solved the murder case of Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau, also known as Bhodi, with the arrest of three members of Gangster-turned-Terrorist Arshdeep Singh alias Arsh Dalla, who emerged as the mastermind, said Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav here on Friday. During investigations, evidence has come on record indicating the role of Amritpal Singh (MP from Khadoor Sahib) of Waris Punjab De (WPD) in the murder conspiracy. As per some statements recorded in the investigation, the murder was carried out at the behest of Amritpal Singh.

The DGP accompanied by Inspector General of Police (IGP) Headquarters Dr Sukhchain Singh Gill, DIG Faridkot Range Ashwani Kapur and SSP Faridkot Dr Pragya Jain was addressing a press conference at Punjab Police Headquarters here.
Those arrested have been identified as Bilal Ahmed alias Fauji, Guramardeep Singh alias Pontu and Arshdeep Singh alias Jhandu.

As per the information, Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau alias Bhodi was shot dead on October 9, 2024 while returning back home from the village Gurudwara Sahib on his motorcycle Hero Splendor bearing registration number PB-04U-3258.

DGP Gaurav Yadav said that investigations have revealed that the murder of Gurpreet Singh was masterminded from abroad by Arsh Dalla and other persons. Different modules have been used for conducting reccee and executing the murder, with separate handlers based abroad, he said, while adding that the criminals have used cut outs to mask the conspiracy.

“The three arrested persons constituted part of the reccee module, being handled by Canada-based Karamveer Singh alias Gora. The reccee module passed on crucial information to the shooter module through their handlers and cut outs,” he said.
The DGP said that the members of the shooter module have been identified and police teams are on manhunt to nabbing them.

During investigations, evidence has come on record indicating the role of Amritpal Singh of Waris Punjab De (WPD) in the murder conspiracy. As per some statements recorded in the investigation, the murder was carried out at the behest of Amritpal Singh.
DGP Gaurav Yadav said that the police would investigate the case on basis of evidence in a professional manner. All angles and theories of crime would be examined threadbare and investigated in accordance with law, he said, while adding that the criminal liability of all persons figuring in the investigations would be determined in accordance with the evidence available as per law.
Sharing operation details, the DGP said that acting swiftly, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) comprising police officials from the Faridkot district and State Special Operations Cell was constituted and separate teams assigned the tasks of visiting the scene of crime and collecting physical and digital evidences.

He said that the CCTV footage at the scene of crime was examined and teams were deputed to follow the forward and backward linkages of CCTVs to determine the entry and exit routes of the assailants. Meticulous investigations by the Faridkot District Police led to analysis of CCTV footage along a 125 km stretch, which helped the police in establishing the suspects’ movements and develop lead, he said.
He said that mobile tower dumps at strategic places were obtained and analyzed through big data analysis tools.

Joint Operation of BSF and Punjab Police Recover Made-in-China Drone in Tarn Taran

October 13, 2024, 7:08 pm

Border Security Force (BSF) troops, in collaboration with Punjab Police, have successfully recovered a made-in-China drone in Tarn Taran district, Punjab. According to a press release from the BSF, the operation was conducted following intelligence reports regarding the presence of a drone in the border area.

The search operation took place in a suspected area around 2:00 PM, leading to the recovery of the drone from a harvested farming field near village Wan. The recovered drone has been identified as a DJI Mavic 3 Classic, which is manufactured in China.

Ongoing Efforts Against Illicit Border Activities

The BSF’s press release emphasized the effective coordination between the BSF intelligence wing and Punjab Police, which resulted in the successful recovery of yet another illicit drone believed to have crossed the border.

This recovery follows a previous operation on Thursday, where BSF personnel confiscated 13 kilograms of suspected heroin in the Tarn Taran border district. The narcotics were concealed in a hume pipe, and the recovery was made based on reliable intelligence regarding narcotics trafficking in the area.

On the same day, BSF troops, in conjunction with Tarn Taran Police, conducted another search operation that resulted in the recovery of an improvised and assembled Pakistani drone, further highlighting the ongoing challenges faced in border security.

BSF and Punjab Police Recover 550 Grams of Heroin in Joint Operation near Amritsar

October 4, 2024, 4:14 pm

In a successful joint operation, the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police recovered a packet of suspected heroin weighing 550 grams from farming fields near Daoke village in Amritsar district. The Public Relations Officer (PRO) of BSF announced the seizure on Friday, attributing the success to a coordinated effort based on intelligence inputs.

Joint Operation Leads to Significant Seizure

The operation, which was launched following a tip-off from the BSF Intelligence wing on October 3, resulted in the discovery of a narcotics packet wrapped in yellow adhesive tape, further secured with blue tape. A steel ring and mini torch were also attached to the package, believed to have been dropped by a drone from across the border.

“Reliable intelligence combined with quick action by the BSF and Punjab Police led to yet another successful recovery of a drone-smuggled narcotics consignment,” the PRO stated.

SAS Nagar Raid Exposes International Drug Syndicate

In a separate development, SAS Nagar Police dismantled an international drug syndicate, arresting two individuals, Sukhdeep Singh and Krishan. The raid led to the seizure of 1.5 kilograms of heroin and revealed links to Afghan handlers operating in Delhi, who are connected to global drug cartels.

Sukhdeep Singh, previously involved in a kidnapping case in 2020 and released on bail in May 2024, was one of the arrested individuals. The Punjab Police said this operation dealt a significant blow to international drug trafficking networks and safeguarded the state’s youth.

The BSF emphasized its commitment to curbing the influx of narcotics across the border and announced its ongoing efforts to strengthen surveillance and operational capabilities to dismantle drug trafficking networks in the region.

Punjab Police Arrests Two Shooters from Fazilka; Weapons Seized and Reconnaissance Foiled

August 4, 2024, 3:23 pm

Fatehgarh Sahib police have arrested two shooters from Fazilka district. These individuals are criminals who were recently released on bail from jail.

Currently, they were targeting a person from rural Ludhiana and were conducting recee. During this time, they carried a pistol, which they had purchased for 135,000 rupees. The police have initiated further action.

Attempt to Speed Away at Checkpoint

SP (Investigation) Rakesh Yadav reported that SHO Amardeep Singh from Badali Ala Singh police station had set up a checkpoint near the SYL canal at Chunni Khurd. A Volkswagen Vento with a UP license plate was approaching at high speed from Chandigarh. It was nighttime.

A police officer signaled with a flashlight for the car to stop. However, the driver attempted to speed away, but the car was stopped by placing barricades ahead.

Will Remove All Protesters From Toll Plazas: Punjab Police To High Court

July 28, 2024, 3:23 pm

The Punjab government has pledged to remove all protests leading to the closure of any toll plazas in the state within four weeks, as submitted to the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

This commitment was presented by Punjab’s counsel, instructed by Special DGP (Law and Order) Arpit Shukla, during a hearing of a petition by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). The NHAI sought security and administrative support for the smooth operation of toll plazas in Punjab, which have been forcibly stopped and illegally operated by protesters.

Accepting this pledge in the interest of justice, Justice Vinod S Bhardwaj ordered, “An affidavit confirming compliance with the court’s undertaking must be filed by the respondents.” The next hearing is scheduled for September 13.

During the resumed hearing, an affidavit from Special DGP Shukla was presented, highlighting that security measures for the toll plazas had not been implemented. Shukla had previously assured on February 15, 2023, that the police would prevent any incidents or damage to the toll plaza infrastructure. This assurance was reiterated in a subsequent affidavit on July 12, 2023. The court noted that the recurring issues indicate a lack of commitment and an ad hoc approach by the government.

When questioned about any statutory violations or breaches of the National Highways Act, 1956, by the NHAI or concessionaires, the counsel could not point to any illegality justifying the protesters’ actions to take control of the toll plazas.

Justice Bhardwaj referred to a Supreme Court judgment in the “Beenu Rawat and others Vs. Union of India and others” case, stating that while protesters have the right to demonstrate against public authorities, the police must maintain law and order, ensuring protesters do not break the law.

Justice Bhardwaj concluded, “Protesters must adhere to the law and not infringe on the rights of others, including statutory authorities. Both the police and the protesters have failed to fulfill their respective duties and responsibilities.”

Punjab Police’s Bravery: Caught Two Inter-State Arms Smugglers

July 15, 2024, 5:30 pm

Two Canada based terrorists and smugglers Lakhbir Singh, Alias Landa, are being interrogated. Investigation is being held to find the trace of racket operating from Madhya Pradesh.

On Monday, Punjab Police managed to bust an inter-state smuggling racket. Two Canada based operatives of the same were arrested.

From those operatives, Punjab Police recovered six sophisticated pistols alongside magazines and ammunition. This information was received from Director General Of Police, Gaurav Yadav.

“In an intelligence-based operation, Punjab Police busted an inter-state weapon smuggling module and apprehended 2 operatives of foreign-based terrorist Lakhbir @ Landa and recovered six sophisticated pistols along with magazines and ammunition,” Yadav posted on X.

In an intelligence-based operation, Punjab Police busts interstate weapon smuggling module and apprehends 2 operatives of foreign-based terrorist Lakhbir @ Landa and recovers six sophisticated pistols along with magazines and ammunition

FIR registered at State Special Operation… pic.twitter.com/m4fNRuCps8

— DGP Punjab Police (@DGPPunjabPolice) July 15, 2024

According to him, the case has been registered. The case was registered in link with the State Special Operation Cell Amritsar. Gaurav stated, the main focus of the investigation is to find out the backward and forward links of the module and to drag further involved operators and smugglers behind the bars. He further said a strict action will be taken against involved individuals.

Punjab police, BSF nab 7 with 5.47kg heroin

May 27, 2024, 4:55 am

In a major breakthrough against trans-border narcotic smuggling networks, Fazilka Police in a joint operation with Border Security Force (BSF) have busted an International Narco smuggling module with the arrest of seven drug smugglers after recovering 5.47 Kg pure grade Heroin and RS 1.07 lakh drug money from their possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Sunday.

Those arrested have been identified as Baljinder Singh alias Lovely (21), Sukhchain Singh alias Lucky (19) and Solav Singh (19), trio residents of village Peere Ke Uttar in Fazilka; Gurcharan Singh alias Milkha (21) of village Chak Swaah Wala in Fazilka, Karandeep Singh (29) of village Badal Ke in Fazilka, Daljit Singh alias Maani (23) of Mahatam Nagar in Fazilka and Kamaldeep Singh (32) of village Kot Gobindpura in Kapurthala. Accused Kamaldeep Singh has a criminal background and has already been facing two cases under the NDPS act in Kapurthala.

Apart from recovering heroin and drug money, Police teams have also recovered 40 live cartridges, six mobile phones, 8.4 grams gold and 68.97 grams silver from their possession, besides, impounding their Hyundai Verna car (HR 06 Y 8681) and three motorcycles.

DGP Gaurav Yadav said that preliminary investigations have revealed most of the accused persons, who are in their teens, are students and were preparing for Army recruitment when they got acquainted with Kapurthala based drug smuggler Kamaldeep Singh and started smuggling heroin from across the border. The arrested accused were in touch with a Pakistan-based smuggler and were getting drug consignments via drones, he added.
He said that investigations are ongoing to establish backward and forward linkages and identify the Pakistan-based drug smuggler.

Sharing operation details, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dr Pragya Jain said that Police teams got reliable inputs that accused Baljinder Singh, Sukhchain Singh, Solav Singh, Gurcharan Singh, Karandeep Singh and Kamaldeep Singh had got consignment smuggled from Pakistan and kept concealed at accused Baljinder’s house.

Acting swiftly on inputs, teams from Police Station Amir Khaas raided the spot and managed to arrest all the accused persons when they were about to leave their house in their Verna car and recovered drug consignment, live cartridges and drug money from their possession, she said, while adding that later Police teams have also arrested accused Daljit Singh.

The SSP said that the majority of the accused persons were first-timers and for the last four months they had been into this drug smuggling business. Further investigations are on, she added.

A case FIR no. 23 dated 23/05/2024 has been registered under sections 21, 23 and 29 of the NDPS Act and section 25 of the Arms Act at Police Station Amir Khaas in Fazilka.

Meanwhile, Fazilka Police has recovered 22.57 kg of heroin since inception of the Model Code of Conduct on March 16, 2024.

Punjab Police, BSF Collaborate To Dismantle International Drug Smuggling Ring; 7 Arrested In Fazilka

May 26, 2024, 3:20 pm

In a significant breakthrough against trans-border narcotic smuggling networks, Punjab Police and the Border Security Force collaborated in a joint operation, resulting in the apprehension of seven drug smugglers in Punjab’s Fazilka region. The operation yielded the seizure of 5.47 kilograms of pure grade heroin and Rs 1.7 lakh in cash from the individuals arrested.

Gaurav Yadav, Punjab’s Director General of Police, shared on X, “Fazilka Police & BSF, in a joint operation, have busted an International Narco smuggling module and arrested 7 drug smugglers with the seizure of 5.47 Kg pure grade Heroin, Rs 1.7 lakh drug money, 40 cartridges and more.”

According to the police chief, preliminary investigations suggest that the arrested individuals had connections with a smuggler based in Pakistan. A case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act has been registered, with ongoing investigations aimed at establishing backward and forward linkages. “FIR under NDPS Act has been registered and Investigations ongoing to establish backward & forward linkages @PunjabPoliceInd is committed to dismantle the drug networks and make our state drug-free,” the DGP reiterated in the post.

Punjab Police Busts Two Fake Call Centres in Mohali, 155 Arrested For US Fraud Scams

May 18, 2024, 3:33 pm

In a swift overnight operation conducted on Tuesday and Wednesday, the Cyber Crime Division of the Punjab Police dismantled two fraudulent call centres operating in Mohali. A total of 155 individuals employed at these centres were apprehended, accused of perpetrating scams targeting residents of the United States (US) through deceptive phone calls, authorities revealed.

Located in Mohali Sector 74, both call centres were masterminded by individuals based in Gujarat who are currently evading arrest. Law enforcement agencies are actively pursuing leads to apprehend them, stated police officials.

Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav disclosed, “Preliminary investigations indicate that these call centres operated during night hours, with callers deceiving foreign nationals into purchasing gift cards from retailers such as Target, Apple, and Amazon.” Yadav added that the collected gift cards were shared with the orchestrators by a team manager, who then redeemed them for monetary gain.

V Neeraja, ADGP Cyber Crime, detailed the police’s operation, attributing the success to intelligence inputs developed by Inspector Gaganpreet Singh and Inspector Daljit Singh, supported by technical expertise from the Digital Investigation Training and Analysis Centre (DITAC) lab of Cybercrime.

Neeraja further explained the fraudulent tactics employed by the scammers, including payday fraud, Amazon-related scams, and Microsoft impersonation schemes. These schemes targeted vulnerable individuals in the US, coercing them to purchase gift cards or transfer money under false pretences.

Materials seized during the raids included 79 desktop computers, 204 laptops, mobile phones, and other accessories, along with training scripts used by the fraudsters. Out of the 155 arrested, 18 individuals have been remanded to police custody, while the remainder await judicial proceedings.

An FIR has been registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Information Technology (IT) Act at the State Cyber Crime Cell Police Station, as authorities continue their investigation into the extent of the fraudulent activities and anticipate further arrests in the near future.

BSF finds China-Made Drone in Punjab’s Tarn Taran

April 26, 2024, 5:04 pm

The Border Security Force (BSF) in collaboration with the Punjab Police discovered a drone in the border region of Tarn Taran district, officials reported on Friday.

According to an official BSF release, “Based on information on April 25, 2024, BSF intelligence set up about the presence of a drone in the border area of Tarn Taran district, a joint search operation by BSF troops with Punjab Police was conducted in the suspected area.”

The identified drone retrieved is a DJI Matrice 300 RTK manufactured in China.

“During the search operation, at about 10.15 pm, troops successfully recovered one drone in broken condition from a farming field adjacent to village Khemkaran in Tarn Taran District,” said the release.

The statement added that through the combined efforts of the BSF and Punjab police, reliable intelligence led to the successful recovery of another unauthorized drone from across the border.

Previously on Wednesday, the BSF in conjunction with the Punjab Police found a drone in a farming field near Khemkaran village in Punjab’s Tarn Taran district. The retrieved drone was identified as a DJI Mavic 3 Classic made in China.

BSF Seizes China-Made Drone in Punjab’s Tarn Taran Region

April 22, 2024, 6:10 pm

Officials have reported the retrieval of a drone by the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police from various sites along the Tarn Taran district’s border area. According to BSF statements, the operation took place on Monday, April 22, 2024, prompted by intelligence suggesting the drone’s presence. In response, joint efforts between BSF troops and Punjab Police were swiftly deployed to conduct a thorough search of the suspected locations.

This collaborative endeavor underscores the proactive stance of security forces in safeguarding border regions from potential threats. The investigation into the drone’s origin, purpose, and any associated risks is currently ongoing, emphasizing the persistent challenges in border surveillance. The coordinated action between BSF and Punjab Police underscores the significance of interagency collaboration in upholding border security. Further updates are awaited as authorities delve deeper into the matter.

The recovered drones were identified as China-made DJI Mavic 3 Classic.
“During the search operation, at about 11:45 am, troops successfully recovered one drone in a farming field adjacent to village Wan in Amritsar District. The recovered drone has been identified as a China-made DJI Mavic 3 Classic,” BSF said.

The statement further said that reliable information and coordinated efforts of BSF and Punjab police successfully foiled the desperate attempts of illicit drone handlers from across the border.

Earlier on Sunday, the BSF in collaboration with the Punjab Police recovered two drones from separate locations within the border area of Amritsar. According to BSF statements, on April 21, 2024, intelligence provided by BSF prompted joint search operations in the suspected areas of Amritsar district. The recovered drones have been identified as China-manufactured DJI Mavic 3 Classics.

The search efforts led to the retrieval of two drones, one each at approximately 12:15 pm and 2:00 pm. These recoveries occurred in farming fields adjacent to Hardo Rattan village and Daoke village, both situated in Amritsar District. The successful operations are attributed to the coordinated efforts and reliable information shared between BSF and Punjab Police, effectively intercepting the illicit drone activities along the border.

BSF, Punjab Police recover China made drones in border area

April 21, 2024, 7:30 pm

BSF in collaboration with Punjab Police have intercepted and recovered two drones along the border area of Amritsar, thwarting potential smuggling attempts. The recovered drones, identified as China-made DJI Mavic 3 Classic models, were found in separate incidents in farming fields near villages Hardo Rattan and Daoke in Amritsar District.

According to official statements, the joint search operations on April 21 were initiated based on intelligence indicating drone presence in the region. BSF and Punjab Police conducted coordinated efforts leading to the successful retrieval of the drones, highlighting the ongoing vigilance against illicit activities along the border.

These interceptions come in the wake of heightened surveillance efforts, with recent incidents indicating attempts at smuggling contraband across the border using drones. On April 20, a drone carrying three packets of suspected heroin was seized in the Ferozepur border area.

The BSF intelligence wing received specific information about the drone and its payload in Ferozepur District. Subsequent search operations resulted in the recovery of the drone along with the narcotics, weighing approximately 2.710 kg. Additional items, including a torch and an illuminating green-colored small ball attached to the drone, were also found.

Authorities have underscored the importance of intelligence-sharing and swift action in countering such smuggling attempts. The successful recovery of drones and contraband signifies the proactive measures taken by security forces to maintain border integrity and curb illegal activities.

These incidents serve as a reminder of the evolving challenges faced by security agencies, emphasizing the need for continuous vigilance and advanced technological solutions to counter emerging threats along the borders.

Police arrest 3 in bank heist through manhunt across Punjab, Haryana

April 9, 2024, 1:17 pm

Punjab Police made a significant breakthrough by solving a bank heist and apprehending three individuals through a widespread manhunt across Punjab and Haryana, as per an official statement on Monday. Director General of Police, Punjab, Gaurav Yadav, announced, “The accused were arrested with looted cash and two pistols were recovered from their possession.”

He added, “In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Commissionerate Police has solved the gunpoint bank heist within hours with a manhunt across Punjab and Haryana. All three accused have been arrested with looted cash and the recovery of two pistols (0.30 bore pistol and dummy pistol).”

The DGP emphasized that Punjab Police is fully dedicated to ensuring security, and stringent action will be taken against those involved in organized crime.

In a separate incident last month, Punjab police reportedly thwarted planned target killings by apprehending four operatives after an exchange of fire. Director General of Police, Punjab, Gaurav Yadav, stated on his social media platform X that police also seized six pistols during the operation.

Police averts planned target killings with the arrest of 4 operatives: Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav

March 30, 2024, 2:02 pm

Punjab police stated that they had prevented planned target killings by apprehending four operatives following an exchange of gunfire on Saturday.

Director General of Police, Gaurav Yadav, announced on his social media platform X that the police also seized six pistols during the operation.

In a major breakthrough, Jalandhar Commissionerate Police averts planned target killings with the arrest of 4 operatives of Prema Lahoria -Vicky Gounder Gang after an exchange of fire

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— DGP Punjab Police (@DGPPunjabPolice) March 30, 2024

“In a major breakthrough, Jalandhar Commissionerate Police averts planned target killings with the arrest of 4 operatives of Prema Lahoria -Vicky Gounder Gang after an exchange of fire. Recovery of six pistols,” DGP Yadav said.

In January 2018, Punjab’s most-wanted criminal Harjinder Singh Bhullar, also known as Vicky Gounder, and his associate Prema Lahoriya were killed in a police encounter in a village near the Punjab-Rajasthan border, according to reports.

US-Led Criminal Network in Punjab Dismantled; Three Arrested by Police

March 29, 2024, 4:24 pm

On Friday, Punjab Police apprehended three principal members of a gang implicated in numerous criminal activities, seizing a pistol, cartridges, and a vehicle in the process, according to an official statement.

“In a major breakthrough, SSOC (State Special Operation Cell) Mohali has effectively dismantled the criminal network led by USA-based Pavittar Chaura & Husandeep Singh of Chaura Madhre gang, by arresting their three key operatives: Lovejit Khakh, Gursewak Bamb & Bahadur Khan – along with seizure of one pistol, 15 cartridges and a Toyota Fortuner vehicle,” Punjab director general of police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said in a post on X.

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In a major breakthrough, SSOC #Mohali has effectively dismantled the criminal network led by USA-based Pavittar Chaura & Husandeep Singh of Chaura Madhre gang, by arresting their three key operatives: Lovejit Khakh, Gursewak Bamb & Bahadur Khan – along with seizure of one pistol,… pic.twitter.com/017GKzp62q

— DGP Punjab Police (@DGPPunjabPolice) March 29, 2024

“All three were wanted in number of criminal cases including murder, attempted murders, dacoity, arms act, NDPS etc. They were living in Mohali by concealing their actual identities,” he further said in a post.

On March 26, the Punjab police dismantled a cross-border drug trafficking network, arresting 12 individuals and confiscating 4 kilograms of heroin along with Rs 3 lakh in drug money in Amritsar.

“Big Blow to Trans-Border narcotic network: Amritsar Commissionerate Police busts a cross-border heroin smuggling racket with the arrest of 12 persons and seizure of 4 kg Heroin and Rs 3 lakhs drug money,” DGP Punjab Police said in a post on X.
Further, the post mentioned, “Drones used to transport drugs from Pakistan across the border in Tarn Taran area.”

The police have stated that the investigation into the matter is ongoing.
“Investigations are ongoing to establish backward and forward linkages for more recoveries and arrests,” it stated.

BSF, Punjab Police Seize Packet of Suspected Heroin in Amritsar

March 10, 2024, 2:41 pm

Officials stated that in a collaborative effort between the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police, a parcel containing suspected heroin weighing around 500 grams was seized in Amritsar, Punjab, on Sunday.

“On 10th March 2024, during morning hours, based on specific information of BSF, a joint search operation was conducted by @BSF_Punjab troops and @AmritsarRPolice in the border area of district Amritsar,” BSF Punjab Frontier posted on X.

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On 10th March 2024, during morning hours, based on a specific information of BSF, a joint search operation was conducted by @BSF_Punjab troops and @AmritsarRPolice in the border area… pic.twitter.com/OZiEt3sPxR

— BSF PUNJAB FRONTIER (@BSF_Punjab) March 10, 2024

In the operation, alert troops effectively retrieved a significant packet believed to contain heroin.

“At about 10:00 am, vigilant troops successfully recovered one packet of heroin, with a gross weight of approximately 500 gms. The narcotics were wrapped with yellow adhesive tape and the recovery took place in a farming field adjacent to Roranwala Khurd village in Amritsar district,” it stated.

Thanks to dependable intelligence and a seamlessly coordinated joint effort between the BSF and Punjab Police, another smuggling attempt of narcotics from across the border has been thwarted. Officials reported that earlier on Thursday, in a collaborative operation, the BSF and Punjab Police recovered a parcel containing suspected heroin weighing approximately 5 kg in Amritsar district, Punjab.

“In a collaborative effort between the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police, a significant breakthrough was achieved in the fight against narcotics smuggling on March 7, 2024. Acting on specific information provided by the BSF intelligence wing, an extensive joint search operation was conducted in the border area of Amritsar district in the evening hours,” the Border Security Force stated.

In the operation, alert troops successfully seized a sizable packet believed to contain heroin.

“The packet, weighing approximately 5 kgs and wrapped in yellow adhesive tape with a metal hook attached, was found in a farming field adjacent to Neshta Village in Amritsar district,” it added.

The successful recovery of this significant amount of narcotics is credited to the dependable information and coordinated actions of the BSF and Punjab Police. This joint operation has effectively disrupted the malicious endeavor of a drug syndicate from across the border to smuggle a large shipment of drugs into Indian territory.

Five family members found dead; allegedly commit suicide; probe underway

January 1, 2024, 3:14 pm

The police have reported a tragic incident in Daroli Khurd village in Jalandhar, where five members of a family were found dead in their house.

The deceased individuals have been identified as Manmohan Singh, aged 55, his wife Sarabjit Kaur, their two daughters Jyoti and Gopi, and Jyoti’s daughter Aman, who was only three years old.

Manmohan Singh’s body was discovered hanging from a ceiling fan, while his wife and granddaughter were found lying on beds with strangulation marks on their necks.

The police, who arrived at the scene after receiving information about the incident, are currently investigating the matter.

“Manmohan Singh wrote in the suicide note that he had taken the loan due to financial constraints and his address was known to his family members. Due to this, there was a dispute in the house. Fed up with domestic disputes and debts, he is taking this step,” said the police.

“Sarabjit Singh, resident of Fuglana and son-in-law of deceased Manmohan Singh, said that he had been calling for a long time but no one was picking up the phone. Due to this, when he came to village of Droli Khurd, he saw that the bodies of Manmohan and Sarabjit Kaur were hanging from the fan and the bodies of others were lying on the bed. He said that Manmohan Singh was in charge of the Adampur post office.” said Manjeet Singh SHO Adampur.

The bodies have been sent for post-mortem, and further details are awaited as the investigation continues.

Balochistan: Massive protests against disappearances, brutality despite blockades

December 18, 2023, 5:44 pm

Thousands of Dera Ghazi Khan residents took part in the demonstration against state terrorism and brutality in Balochistan, which is being carried out by the Pakistani government. 7366988124037509516?s=20 https://x.com/BYCKech People were observed taking part in the Dera Ghazi Khan rally organized by the Baloch Unity Committee. According to Baloch Yakjahti Committee – Kech, Ghayur Baloch of Makran, Jhalawan, Sarawan, Kohistan, Koh-e-Sulaiman, and Dera Ghazi Khan was speaking out against state terrorism. Protesters in the state of Balochistan carried banners and placards with messages such as “Stop your terrorism.” The Baloch nation, according to the protestors, will no longer put up with the practice of kidnapping, murdering, and killing people during fictitious encounters.

The rally saw massive gatherings despite the blockade, arrests, torture, intimidation and threats by the Punjab Police, thousands of people from Dera Ghazi Khan participated in the rally and raised their voices against state terrorism and brutality in Balochistan.
“From Makran to Dera Ghazi Khan, all the Baloch have now become one voice and a force against state oppression and oppressive policies. The state has set fire to Balochistan for the last two decades, there is not a single house where someone has not gone missing or their mutilated body has not been dumped and now every other house a youth is being targeted in a fake encounter.

Punjab Police Detains Three with Links to Pak-Based Terror Module

November 22, 2023, 1:06 pm

Counter Intelligence Bathinda has made a ground-breaking arrest, exposing a sinister Pakistan-based terror module. Three people with alleged ties to this terror network were apprehended in a large-scale operation led by the vigilant Punjab Police.

The Director General of Police Punjab, Gaurav Yadav, announced the arrest on X, disclosing that the suspects were in contact with incarcerated individuals under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act in Sangrur jail. A staggering cache of weaponry, including eight firearms, nine magazines, and 30 live cartridges, has been seized in connection with this terror network.

This latest development is part of the Punjab Police’s ongoing efforts to keep the state peaceful in accordance with Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s directives. Authorities are currently investigating the arrested individuals, and they are working hard to uncover both forward and backward links in this ominous terror plot.

This revelation follows the October incident where Punjab Police thwarted targeted attacks, apprehending two operatives with connections to Pakistan-based terrorist Rinda and operating under the influence of US-based gangster Happy Passia. Stay tuned as the investigation unfolds, exposing the dark underbelly of this chilling terror conspiracy.

Punjab police nabs 4 accused in head constable murder case

October 24, 2023, 12:14 pm

According to Gaurav Yadav, the Director General of Police in Punjab, all four accused persons in the death of Head Constable Darshan Singh have been taken into custody by the police. The arrests occurred less than twenty-four hours after the occurrence.
CM Mann called the incident sad and promised to punish those responsible severely in a post on X on Monday.
The chief minister of Punjab declared that his government will give the family of the deceased one crore rupees, and that one crore would come from HDFC Bank separately. His message said, “Salute to the spirit of the brave policeman.”

3 packets of heroin and a drone battery are found in Tarn Taran by BSF and Punjab police

October 22, 2023, 3:58 pm

In a joint operation on Sunday, the Punjab police and the Border Security Force found a drone battery and several heroin packets in a paddy field close to the Tarn Taran border in Punjab. According to a BSF press release, on specific information about the presence of a consignment of illegal goods, BSF and Punjab Police launched a joint search operation on the outskirts of Village Mastgarh, District Tarn Taran, early in the morning.

During the search operation, at about 8:55 am, 3 packets of Heroin (gross weight–approximately 2.916 kg) and a drone battery (5935 mAh) were recovered from a paddy field, the release said.
Earlier on October 20, the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police, during a joint operation, recovered a drone in broken condition in Marimegha village in Punjab’s Tarn Taran district.

Punjab: Police conducts raids in several districts to nab aides of gangster Goldy Brar

September 21, 2023, 11:29 am

Punjab Police are conducting searches to apprehend the associates of gangster Goldie Brar, who is rumored to have a base in Canada, amidst the diplomatic spat between India and Canada. Siddhu Moosewala, a Punjabi singer, was killed, and Brar is accused of it.
The mission was launched by Punjab Police on Thursday at seven in the morning and will last all day. In the rural districts of Moga, Ferozepur, Tarn Taran, and Amritsar, police are conducting the operations.

The Report of the operation is to be submitted to ADGP today at 5 PM.
Goldy Brar, alias Satinderjeet Singh, is said to be a member of Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang. He left India for Canada, on a student visa, in 2017. Goldy Brar was also the prime accused in the murder of cult rapper and Congress leader Sidhu Moose Wala on May 29, 2022.

According to the allegations, Brar planned Moose Wala’s murder with criminal Lawrence Bishnoi.
Brar was listed as one of Canada’s top 25 most wanted criminals in May of this year. Brar is the subject of a Red Notice from Interpol that charges him with murder, criminal conspiracy, and the supply of illegal firearms in addition to an attempted murder, criminal conspiracy, and the supply of illegal firearms.
On Wednesday, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) released information about 43 people connected to a terrorist-gang network with ties to Canada.

Amritsar: BSF, Punjab Police recover drone near International Border

July 9, 2023, 3:15 pm

On Sunday morning, a Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police team discovered another Pakistani drone near the India-Pakistan International Border in Amritsar area.

Following a search operation started by the BSF and Punjab Police based on specific information, the drone was seized on the outskirts of Kakkar village in Amritsar. The BSF said that during the search, its troops and police officers retrieved a drone from a farming field near Kakkar village.

“The recovered drone is an assembled Quadcopter,” said the BSF, adding “yet another Pakistani drone was recovered by the joint efforts of BSF and Punjab Police.”

NSA warrants against Amritpal Singh executed today: Punjab IGP

April 23, 2023, 12:53 pm

Following the arrest of the “Waris Punjab De” commander, Punjab’s Inspector General of Police (IGP), Headquarters, Sukhchain Singh Gill, stated that Amritpal Singh was the subject of NSA warrants that were executed this morning.

“NSA warrants were issued against Amritpal Singh and those warrants have been executed today morning…Amritpal Singh has been arrested by Punjab Police around 6.45 am today morning in the village Rode,” said Sukhchain Singh Gill. He said that the Khalistan sympathiser and radical preacher was arrested in a joint operation by Punjab police and the intelligence wing.

“Amritpal Singh has been sent to Dibrugarh, Assam and further action will be taken as per law and order in the case. A warning has been issued against those elements trying to jeopardise the peace and harmony of the state,” he said.
“…Amritpal Singh has been arrested by Punjab Police at around 6.45 am today morning in village Rode. A joint operation was conducted by Amritsar Police and Intelligence Wing of Punjab Police. He was located in village Rode based on operational inputs by Punjab Police. To maintain sanctity, the Police didn’t enter Gurudwara Sahib. He has been taken to Dibrugarh under NSA…”, the IGP said.

‘Waris Punjab De’ chief Amritpal Singh, who was arrested on early Sunday morning, was brought to Air Force Station, Bathinda by Punjab Police from where he will be shifted to Assam’s Dibrugarh.Papalpreet Singh, a close aide of fugitive Khalistan sympathiser was also arrested under the National Security Act (NSA) on April 10.

On April 15, Punjab Police arrested his close aide Joga Singh from Sirhind in the Fatehgarh Sahib district.Another close aid of the pro khalistani leader, Papalpreet Singh was arrested on April 10, in an operation conducted by Punjab Police and its counter-intelligence unit.

The radical leader had been declared a “fugitive” while he was on a run earlier in March.
‘Waris Punjab De’ chief Amritpal Singh has been declared a fugitive. His two cars were seized and gunmen nabbed. We also checked if the firearms of his security escorts had been procured legally. A case has been registered. Punjab Police have launched a manhunt for Amritpal Singh and we are hopeful that he will be arrested soon. A total of 78 people have been arrested so far and further searches and raids are underway,” Chahal said.

Punjab police arrests Amritpal’s close aid Joga Singh

April 15, 2023, 7:09 pm

In a significant development in the ongoing manhunt for fugitive Khalistan leader and radical preacher Amritpal Singh, Punjab police arrested his close aide Joga Singh from Sirhind in the Fatehgarh Sahib district on Saturday.

“Amritpal Singh’s main aide, Joga Singh, was arrested in Sirhind by Punjab police. He was apprehended in a joint operation by Amritsar Rural Police and Hoshiyarpur Police,” Narinder Bhargav, DIG Border Range, stated at a press conference on Saturday. According to the police, Joga Singh provided Amritpal with shelter, assisted him in fleeing Delhi, and then returned him to Punjab.

“This is the person who took Amritpal from the time he was reported absconding beyond Delhi, gave him shelter, and then brought him back to Punjab. He wasn’t booked under the NSA (National Security Act). He will be produced in the Hoshiarpur court. Joga Singh’s intention was to stay low in some areas of Haryana,” said Narinder Bhargav.