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PS Aberdeen Arrested one Accused af A Murder Case From Tamil Nadu

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Port Blair, Apr 01: A murder case was registered at PS Aberdeen in the year 1996 against accused S. Murugan, now 48 years old S/o Late K. Sathappan R/o Round Basti, Sri Vijaya Puram. After getting bail, the accused shifted at Tamil Nadu and did not appear in the Hon’ble Court. Subsequently, Warrant of Arrest was issued against him.

A team consisting of Sub Inspector P.K Jabbar, Head Constable V. Karthikai Raju, Muthu Kumar and Constable Jairaj has been deputed to Tamil Nadu to arrest the accused person. The team working in coordination with the local police carried out an extensive search. Their diligent efforts paid off when they successfully located and arrested the accused, S. Murugan (48 yrs) S/o Late K. Sathappan R/o 3A, Kadambur, Sriuvayal, Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu and brought him to Sri Vijaya Puram on 29/03/2025.

The accused was produced before the Hon’ble Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate, Sri Vijaya Puram from where he was sent to Judicial Custody Remand.

The arrest was made under the supervision of Inspector Vishal Ram, SHO of PS Aberdeen with guidance of Shri Vikas IPS, SDPO South Andaman.

The general public is requested to share information pertaining to any crime or other illegal activities to Police at 112, 03192-232100, 03192-236641 & 03192-232400. The identity of the informant will be kept secret.

 

Rigorous Imprisonment of 20 Years for Committing Sexual Offence on Minor Girl

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Mayabunder, Sept 25: Shri Subhajit Basu, Hon’ble Special Judge under POCSO Act 2012, North & Middle Andaman District, Mayabunder has convicted one accused person namely Silas Horow, S/o Late Babai Horow, R/o Kishorinagar near Pani Tanki, Under Kalighat PS on 24/09/2024 for committing rape on a minor girl of 17 years old and sent him to judicial reflection of mind for hearing of quantum of punishment on 25/09/2024.
In a nut-shell is that the victim girl is neighbor of the accused person and she used to reside in the same village. In the year of 2023 the victim girl given birth a baby boy at her residence at Kishorinagar on 06/08/2023 and on 21/08/2023 the victim was called by the medical staff of PHC Kishorinagar for her examination and by her examination found that the victim girl delivered the baby boy and she is minor and during the examination of victim girl she stated to the doctor that as a forcible physical relation made by accused person she became pregnant and given birth baby boy, the doctor of PHC Kishorinagar informed to the police station regarding the matter within the possible minimum time. On the basis of statement of the victim girl an FIR No. 15/2023 registered on 21/08/2023 U/S 5(j)(ii)(1)/6 of POCSO ACT 2012 at Kalighat PS against the accused person Silas Horow.
The convict Silas Horow has been produced before the Court on 25/09/2024 from Judicial Custody and after hearing the submission of both Prosecution as well as convict side, the Hon’ble Special Judge has pronounced the Judgment in open Court and sentenced under section 235(2) of Cr.P.C. to suffer rigorous imprisonment for 20 years with the fine of Rs.
20,000/- (Rupees Twenty thousand only), and in default of payment of fine to undergo rigorous imprisonment for term of 05 months for the offence punishable under section 6 of POCSO Act. In view of Special Judge that it would be fit and proper to award payment of compensation to be awarded to the victim for her rehabilitation under the victim’s compensation scheme.
The investigation of the instant case done by Sub-Inspector Dhiraj Kishen and Sub-Inspector Abdul Sajeed of Kalighat PS under the supervision of Sub-Inspector Silpi Singha and Sub-Inspector Suresh Kumar the former SHO Kalighat PS with close monitoring of Smti. Geetanjali Khandalwal, IPS Superintendent of Police (D), Mayabunder the State Prosecution was conducted by Shri Keshab Chandra Mondal, Ld. Special Public Prosecutor (POCSO Act).

Illegal Liquor Transporter Arrested by Alert Beat Staff of PS Ograbraj, Involved Vehicle and Significant Quantity of Illegal Liquor Seized

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Sri Vijaya Puram Sept 25: On September 24, 2024, a swift and successful operation by PS Ograbraj led to the seizure of a substantial quantity of illegal liquor in the Chouldari area. HC Ashok Roy, accompanied by PC Martin and HG B. Thamma Rao, during their beat patrolling received a tip-off about an individual attempting to sell illicit liquor in the region.
Acting on the information, the team, including HC Sumati Kumari, moved swiftly to Chouldari near Swadesh Agro Farm. There, they spotted a suspicious motorcycle Hero Ignitor bearing regn. No. AN01-L-2566 approaching from the market. Upon stopping the rider for inspection, they discovered a bag containing 24 sealed bottles of 375 ml IMFL (Indian Made Foreign Liquor), specifically Bagpiper Deluxe Supreme Whiskey.
The rider, identified as 26-year-old Senpagapandi @ Mani, a resident of Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu, and currently residing in Nayagaon Rainbow Colony, could not produce a permit or license for possessing and transporting the excessive quantity of alcohol. An FIR was registered under the relevant section of 32 Excise regulation 1876.
This successful operation highlights the commitment of PS Ograbraj in curbing illegal activities and maintaining law and order in the area. PS Ograbraj remains dedicated to upholding public safety and to take strong actions against any unlawful activities, reaffirming their commitment to protecting the well-being of citizens. The public is encouraged to report suspicious activities, ensuring collective efforts towards a safer society.
The entire operation was conducted under the leadership of SI Devanand Pathak, SHO PS Ograbraj under the command of Shri. Brij Mohan Meena, DANIPS, SDPO Bambooflat and overall supervision of Smti. Niharika Bhatt, IPS, Superintendent of Police, South Andaman District.
The general public are requested to pass on credible information pertaining to any illegal activities on the following telephone numbers: 0392-236641, 03192- 224934 & 112. Informers identities will be kept confidential.

PS Kalighat Cracks Theft Case within 24 Hours

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Port Blair, Sept 03: On 02/09/2024, a resident of Srinagar, under the jurisdiction of PS Kalighat, reported the theft of his ATM card, which resulted in unauthorized withdrawals totalling ₹3,17,000/- from his bank account. The incident came to light when the victim attempted to withdraw cash and discovered that his ATM card was missing. Realizing the magnitude of the unauthorized transactions, the victim immediately reported the matter to PS Kalighat.
In response, a case of theft was promptly registered under the relevant sections of the BNS, 2023, at PS Kalighat. Under the leadership of SI Ashok Kumar Baghel, SHO of PS Kalighat, a dedicated team was constituted, comprising SI M. J. Indrajit and PCs Subrato Biswas, Rippan, Hazarat Kumar, and Irenious. The team quickly swung into action, gathering inputs and conducting technical surveillance to identify the suspect.
Through their diligent efforts, the team successfully apprehended the culprit namely Sernu Ram S/o Late Amar Ram (31) yrs R/o Parangara, Kalighat, who confessed to the crime during interrogation. Within a mere 24 hours, the team recovered a significant portion of the stolen amount and other valuable articles from the accused. This swift and effective operation underscores the dedication and efficiency of PS Kalighat in safeguarding the rights and property of citizens.
The whole operation was conducted under the supervision of Sh. Ankesh Yadav DANIPS, SDPO Diglipur and overall direction and supervision of Ms. Geetanjali Khandelwal, IPS, Superintendent of Police, North & Middle Andaman District
The general public is requested to pass and share any credible information pertaining to any crime or illegal activities to their nearest police station or over phone No.100, 112 & 03192-273344. The identity of the informers will be kept secret and will also be suitably rewarded

 

First Ever Seizure of Commercial Quantity of Heroin of Value Rs.04 Crores in A&N Islands by PS Crime & Economic Offence Four Persons Arrested

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Port Blair, Aug 23: On 19/08/2024, based on an intelligence input, a team comprising of Inspector Girish Kumar, SHO PS Crime & Economic Offence (CID), SI Shaji Mathew, ASI Mohd. Rafique, HC/ K. Venkateshwar Rao, HC/ Sanjay Kujur, PC/ K. Rajendran, PC/ Thanga Raj, PC/ Y. Srinivas Rao PC/ Arti Kumari and PC/ Lilly Grace Lakra of PS C&EO under the supervision and presence of Mr. Kumar Abhishek, DANIPS, Dy.SP (CID) and Executive Magistrate has conducted raid in the rented house of Susankar Das @ Chotu, S/o Mr. Amal Das, (23) yrs, Pvt driver, R/o Dollygunj, permanent resident of Diglipur and recovered 435 grams of Heroin from his possession. He was arrested on the spot following the due legal procedure.
A case under relevant sections of NDPS Act-1985 has been registered at PS C&EO and investigation is in progress. During investigation accused Susankar Das @ Chotu was put under sustained interrogation and the involvement of co-accused Kiron Chandra Haldar R/o Shantipur 10, Swadesh Nagar and the main supplier Kishor Halder R/o Curtbet Bay, Billiground was ascertained.
Accordingly, a team led by SI Shaji Mathew of PS Crime & Economic Offence was deputed to Billiground & Curtbet Bay and after thorough search, another 410 grams of Heroin was recovered from the possession of Kiron Chandra Haldar S/o Late Nalini Haldar, (72) yrs R/o Shantipur 10, Swadesh Nagar, and subsequently he was arrested. On interrogation he disclosed that his son namely Kishor Halder S/o Kiron Ch. Halder (30) yrs R/o Curtbet Bay, Billiground had supplied the whole recovered Heroin. On the information Kishor Halder S/o Kiron Ch. Halder (30) yrs R/o Curtbet Bay, Billiground was also arrested as per the relevant section of NDPS Act following the due legal procedure and brought to PS Crime & Economic Offence.
During the sustained interrogation of arrested accused persons, involvement of one Subendu Das S/o. Mr. Sukanta Das (19)yrs Pvt. Work R/o Santipur. No.10, Billiground was ascertained as a carrier for transportation and supply of heroin and he was also arrested after following due legal procedure.
Till now, total 845 grams of Heroin has been recovered having value of Rs.04 Crores (approx.) in international market. The hard work and immediate action of team of PS Crime and Economic Offence has resulted in the first ever seizure of commercial quantity of Heroin following arrest of four accused persons breaking the chain of supplier, carrier and distributor.
The raids were conducted under the command of Mr. Kumar Abhishek, Dy.SP (CID) and under overall supervision of Mr. Rajeev Ranjan, IPS, SP(CID).

GST Commissionerate of ANI Administration cancels 25 fake GST registrations Detects above Rs. 2 Cr of fake Tax Credit

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Port Blair, Aug 23: Based on the intelligence and enforcement orders the UTGST Officers had conducted an inspection of probable Fake GST registration taken by forged/fake documents in Mayabunder, N & M Andaman. On reaching the premises, it was found that the addresses of the GST registrations were non-existent and the GST registrations were taken solely for the purpose of passing illegal ITC fraudulently. Forty-Five fake GST registrations have been identified which were obtained from 9 PAN numbers.
Out of these 45 registrations, 25 registrations have been cancelled. Remaining registrations falling outside the jurisdiction of UTGST commissionerate will also be cancelled.
The Commissioner, UTGST Mr. Arjun Sharma, IAS said that the department has detected fake ITC evasion of around Rs.2 crore from May 2024 till date. He also said that special emphasis is being laid on identifying and apprehending the masterminds and disrupt syndicates, operating across the A & N Islands. FIRs against the PAN numbers have already been made and legal action is being taken, which may lead to arrest of tax evaders. These tax syndicates often use gullible persons and enticed them with job / commission / bank loan etc. to extract their KYC documents which were then used for creation of fake / shell firms / companies without their knowledge and consent. In some cases, KYCs may be used with the knowledge of the concerned person by paying them small pecuniary benefits.
A press release from Deputy Commissioner, South Andaman stated above.

VHP Andaman Calls for Urgent Action Against Atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh

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Neeraj & Rabindranath Biswas
Diglipur, Aug 13: The Office bearers of VHP, A & N Islands held a Press Conference at Port Blair today on the unrest and atrocities on minorities in Bangladesh. Addressing a Press conference today Mr. Brajesh Pandey, Adhyakhs, VHP, A & N Islands said that as it is known fact that what sort of atrocities were inflicted on Hindus and for which they are grievously concerned; in fact, they (VHP) are the ones who first respond to any sort of incident like this.
He said that VHP was established in the year 1965 to safeguard the interests of Hindus. He further said that it is well known to all media persons/fraternity that how the inhuman torture on old, women and children, massacre were carried out by the jihaadi mindset people.
“As you are also aware of the fact that during 1971 a large section of Bengali people were settled in different areas in North & Middle Andaman district by the Govt. of India and there are many people who have relatives/own their people are still residing in Bangladesh and who are informing these people in Andaman about the atrocities being inflicted on the Bangalis there and which unnerve them”, he said. And thus these islands are not also untouched by the atrocities in an indirect way, he mentioned.
Hence the VHP Adhyaksh has urged the A & N Administration and govt. of India through this Press Conference to engage directly with the interim government to end this outbreak of violence, exercise restraint on atrocities on Hindus, and to bring those responsible to justice. He also said that some of the VHP central Office Bearers who are continually striving hard at Delhi to extend possible help to the victims of these atrocities in Bangladesh and they have also given some helpline numbers which they may contact in need, they said.
He further said that VHP Kendra Adhikari & Anterrashtryia Adyakhsh and General Secretary met Mr. Amit Shah, the Home Minister on 9th August and informed him about the sentiments of the Hindus in India owing to the atrocities.
The Home Minister, showing his deep concern on the unrest and atrocities in Bangladesh, reportedly gave assurances that the govt. is serious about the issue and doing its possible in this direction; while the Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi who gave best wishes to the head of the interim govt. in Bangladesh ensured the safety of the students and others and he also established contacts with Officials of the interim govt. in Bangladesh and ensured the security of the minority such as Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh and Christian and also the security of the places of their worship.
The Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi also urged the head of the interim govt. to take actions against the individuals involved in the atrocities as the head of the interim govt. hasn’t disagreed with the atrocities. He further said that the minorities there had a big role and contribution in establishing Bangladesh; they also fairly contributed to the development of Bangladesh. On the other hand, the youths of Bangladesh protested against the Bangladesh govt. in connection to reservation and other issues then why they inflicted atrocities on the minorities there, he asked. ISKON, which has been feeding the thousands of people there in Bangladesh free of cost was also targeted and its temples were demolished and what mindset of people engaged in it portrays, he asked.
“Several temples, Muths…were torched and which people or force were behind it should be thoroughly investigated, they demanded. Videos of violence and atrocities on the minority are extremely disturbing and unbearable, he said. He urged the Bangladesh interim govt. that they exercise immediate restraint on these atrocities and restore peace and normalcy and to act to evolve solution in a diplomatic way and to gain the confidence of the minorities there find as soon as possible, he said.

Justice Served in Billiground Murder Case

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Port Blair, July 10: A significant verdict has been upheld by the Hon’ble High Court, bringing closure to a heinous murder case that shook the community in Billiground. On 06/03/2021, a shocking incident was reported at PS Billiground, where a caller informed the police that Neel Ratan Mridha had brutally attacked his wife with a machete, resulting in her instant death.
The police promptly registered an FIR vide No. 14/21 dated 06/03/2021 U/s 302 IPC and apprehended the accused, Neel Ratan Mridha (34), S/o Shri Niranjan Mridha, R/o Jaipur, Billiground. The case was diligently investigated by Sub-Inspector Madhab Halder, the then SHO of PS Billiground, who worked tirelessly to gather evidence and build a strong case.
The trial at the Hon’ble Court of Additional District Session, Mayabunder, resulted in the conviction of the accused, and he was sentenced to life imprisonment for the remainder of his natural life. The accused appealed against the conviction to the Hon’ble High Court, which has now upheld the lower court’s verdict on 09/07/2024.
The unwavering commitment to justice by SI Madhab Halder has been instrumental in ensuring that the perpetrator is held accountable for his heinous crime. This verdict serves as a testament to the dedication of our law enforcement agencies in pursuit of justice and the safety of our citizens.

 

South Andaman District Police Swiftly Solves Murder Case within 03 Hours

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Port Blair, Jun 16: On 15.06.2024, Police Station Humfrygunj received a call reporting a murder at Dhanikhari. The Humfrygunj Police swiftly responded to the complaint formed a dedicated team comprising SI G. Mohan Rao, SHO PS Humfrygunj along with ASI R.C. Singh and other Police Station staff. They rushed to the scene and found the lifeless body of a resident of Chouldari.
An eye witness identified the accused as Veera Kumar, who attacked with a ‘Dah’ after a confrontation. The accused fled from the scene and made extensive efforts to hide but was apprehended within three hours by the dedicated police team of the South Andaman District. An FIR was registered under relevant sections of law at Police Station Humfrygunj and the crime scene was documented. Additionally, 04 individuals who harbored the accused and attempted to destroy evidence were also arrested. Further investigation is in progress.
As per sources the accused used to work as driver of the victim, who was removed from job and subsequently there used to be regular confrontations among them. As per details similar confrontation between the two on 15.06.2024, resulted in this incident.
The swift response and commitment of the police team led by SDPO Bambooflat under the overall supervision of the Superintendent of Police, South Andaman District have commendably demonstrated exceptional law enforcement excellence.

Rape and Murder case of a minor girl of North Andaman

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Vikramaditya & Rabindranath
Port Blair, June 16: A suspected rape and murder case has been registered at PS Kalighat in which a 13 year girl of North Andaman has been reportedly murdered after rape on 12 June 2024. The body of the victim has been recovered from Kalapahad jungle or North Andaman.
As per details one 23 year old youth of the area who is suspected to be the prime accused was absconding since the incident. As per unconfirmed reports the prime accused believed to have committed suicide and his body was found yesterday from Kalapahad Jungle. One more youth has been picked up by police team and further investigation is in progress. Meanwhile, no senior officers of N & M Andaman police unit were available for a comment in this case. Further details are awaited.