
India
Ahead of Republic Day parade, Jammu and Kashmir removes word 'Sher-e-Kashmir' from name of gallantry and police medals
The Jammu and Kashmir administration announced a change in nomenclature of police medal for gallantry and police medal for meritorious service, removing the word 'Sher-e-Kashmir'.

India
Medal of excellence for investigation awarded to 96 police personnel across India; list includes 13 women, 15 CBI officers
Ninety-six police personnel, including 15 CBI officers, have been awarded the 'Union Home Minister's Medal for Excellence in Investigation' this year