DailyWorld News - The First International Newspaper From India https://dailyworld.in/ Sun, 04 Jan 2026 23:56:04 +0530 en https://dailyworld.in/security/army-day-parade-in-jaipur-police-on-high-alert-drone-and-kite-flying-banned-on-mahal-road-656899.html Jaipur Jan 3 With the Army Day Parade being held in Jaipur for the first time the police administration has gone on high alert The Police Commissionerate has issued detailed guidelines to strengthen security arrangements during the parade rehearsals and the main event officials said on SaturdayThe Army Day Parade will be organised on the route from NRI Circle to Mahal Road via the Bombay HospitalMembers of the public can witness the parade on January 9 11 13 and 15 between 6 am and 12 noonFor the convenience of spectators seating arrangements have been made near the Akshaya Patra TempleCitizens are advised to approach the venue via Mahaveer Marg and Kendriya Vihar Marg from the DMart Circle side to avoid traffic inconvenienceFor security reasons flying drones has been completely prohibited within a fivekilometre radius of the Mahal RoadIn addition kite flying has also been banned during the rehearsal and Parade periodPolice officials said that drones and kites pose a potential threat to Army aircraft and parade operations and the ban has been imposed to prevent accidents or security breachesThe police have appealed to citizens not only to refrain from flying drones and kites themselves but also to discourage others from doing soAs part of enhanced security measures residents living near the parade route including tenants shopkeepers factory owners and housing societies have been instructed to ensure mandatory police verification of employees and tenantsCitizens have been advised not to rent out houses shops or industrial premises without prior police verificationHousing societies and residential colonies have been asked to extend full cooperation to the police during doortodoor verification and surveysThe police administration has urged the public to immediately inform the police if any suspicious person vehicle or activity is noticedPeople have also been instructed not to rent vehicles to unknown individuals and residents of highrise buildings have been asked to share guest information with the policeCalling the event a moment of pride for Jaipur the police said that public cooperation is crucial for the success and security of the Army Day ParadeCitizens can report any suspicious activity the police added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/army-day-parade-in-jaipur-police-on-high-alert-drone-and-kite-flying-banned-on-mahal-road-656899.html Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/sadanand-date-takes-over-as-maharashtra-dgp-656905.html Mumbai Jan 3 Sadanand Date an IPS officer from the 1990 batch on Saturday took over the Maharashtra Director General of Police from the incumbent Rashmi Shukla whose tenure concluded on January 3 Date will have been appointed to the post for two years irrespective of his retirement date He will turn 60 in December next year âThe Maharashtra Police Force will become even more capable with his leadership and experienceâ said the DGP office in a post on XThe state government on December 31 had issued an order announcing the appointment of Date who is a former National Investigation Agency NIA director general as Maharashtraâs director general of police DGP on a twoyear termAccording to the government order Date has been appointed to the post for two years irrespective of his retirement dateDate was the chief of the Maharashtra AntiTerrorism Squad ATS until March 2024 when he moved to New Delhi to lead NIA Indiaâs antiterrorism agencyHe was repatriated back to Maharashtra two weeks ago at the request of the state government which wanted to appoint him as the stateâs DGPDate is widely hailed as one of the heroes of the 2611 Mumbai terror attacks On November 26 2008 during the Mumbai terror attacks Date was serving as the Additional Commissioner of Police Central Region 2008He had led a police team that pinned down LashkareTaiba terrorists Ajmal Kasab and Abu Ismail on the rooftop of Cama Hospital and despite being severely injured by grenade splinters he continued to engage the terroristsHe was later honoured with the Presidents Police Medal for GallantryDate had served in the Maharashtra AntiTerrorism Squad ATS and was the first Commissioner of Police for MiraBhayandar VasaiVirarHe also served the Mumbai Police as Joint Commissioner of Police Law and Order and Crime DIG in the Central Bureau of Investigation CBI and IG Operations in the Central Reserve Police Force CRPFDate who holds a doctorate in Economic Offences from Pune University takes over as the state DGP when local body elections are being heldBorn into a humble household Date spent his childhood delivering newspapers to make ends meetAccording to media reports his mother worked as a domestic helper A bright student he cleared the UPSC exam and joined the IPS He went on to specialise in economic and organised crime earning a doctorate in economic offences from Pune University IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/sadanand-date-takes-over-as-maharashtra-dgp-656905.html Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/rajnath-singh-to-commission-coast-guards-pollution-control-vessel-tomorrow-656926.html New Delhi Jan 4 IANS Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will on Monday commission the Indian Coast Guards first inbuilt Pollution Control Vessel PCV Samudra Pratap in Goa an official said on SundaynbspAn official message on ICGs social media handle said IndiaCoastGuard Ship Samudra Pratap the first of two Pollution Control Vessels will be commissioned by Honble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh at goashipyardltd Goa on 05 Jan 26Built by GSL with over 60 indigenous content the 1145 Mtr 4200 ton vessel boasts a speed of more than 22 knots and an endurance of 6000 nm significantly enhancing the ICGs pollution response firefighting and maritime safety ampamp security capabilities the ICG saidEarlier on December 23 the ICG inducted Samudra Pratap under the 02 PCV project of Goa Shipyard Limited GSL The induction of this ship reinforced the vision of the governments Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives said an official of the Ministry of DefenceSamudra Pratap is the first indigenously designed and built Pollution Control Vessel of the Indian Coast Guard It is the largest ship in the ICG fleet significantly enhancing the Coast Guards operational reach and capabilityMeasuring 1145 metres in length and 165 metres in breadth with a displacement of 4170 tonnes the vessel is equipped with stateoftheart technology including a 30mm CRN91 gun two 127mm stabilised remotecontrolled guns with integrated fire control systems an indigenously developed Integrated Bridge System Integrated Platform Management System Automated Power Management System and a highcapacity external firefighting systemThe pollution control vessel is the first Coast Guard ship to be equipped with Dynamic Positioning capability DP1 with FiFi2 FFV2 notation certificateIt is equipped with advanced systems to detect oil spills viz Oil fingerprinting machine Gyro stabilised Standoff Active Chemical Detector and pollution control lab equipment enabling comprehensive pollution response operations within the Exclusive Economic Zone and beyondIt is capable of high precision operations recovering pollutants from viscous oil analysing contaminants and separating oil from contaminated waterThe induction ceremony last month was attended by DIG VK Parmar PD MAT ICG Brajesh Kumar Upadhyay Chairman and Managing Director GSL and other senior officials from ICG and GSL said a statement https://dailyworld.in/security/rajnath-singh-to-commission-coast-guards-pollution-control-vessel-tomorrow-656926.html Sun, 04 Jan 2026 17:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/rpf-jawan-suffers-gunshot-injury-at-jampks-kathua-railway-station-656993.html Jammu Jan 4 A jawan of the Railway Protection Force RPF was injured in a gunshot incident on Sunday at the railway station in Jammu and Kashmirâs Kathua district Officials said that the jawan was injured after sustaining a gunshot wound at the Railway StationPolice have confirmed that the injured personnel was immediately shifted to a nearby hospital where he is undergoing treatmentHis condition is stated to be stableMeanwhile police and railway authorities have taken cognisance of the incidentMore details are awaitedThe RPF is exclusively deployed on various railway stations and along the rail track from Kathua to the Baramulla district of the union territory to provide security to trains passengers and railway staff RPF is Indias central armed police force responsible for protecting railway property passengers and passenger areas operating under the Ministry of Railways to ensure safety prevent crime and assist travellers including rescuing children and combating traffickingThe key functions of RPF include ensuring the safety and security of travellers particularly women and children through initiatives like Operation Amaanat lost amp found and MeriSaheli womens safety Safeguarding railway assets from damage or theft and enforcing laws like the Railway Property Unlawful Possession Act and the NDPS Act Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act for drugrelated offencesRPF provides assistance during emergencies helping the injured and rescuing lost individuals It is an armed force of the Union established by the Railway Protection Force Act 1957 It works alongside state police but has specific powers for railway securityThe security force has the power to search arrest enquire and prosecute offences committed under the Railway Property Unlawful Possession Act 1966 and the Railways Act 1989 amended from time to time The RPF has also been entrusted with the responsibility of the security of the railway passenger area and railway passengers since 2004 However the power of arrests under other penal laws rests in the hands of the Government Railway Police GRP of each state IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/rpf-jawan-suffers-gunshot-injury-at-jampks-kathua-railway-station-656993.html Sun, 04 Jan 2026 23:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-army-to-pioneer-ramjet-powered-155-mm-artillery-shells-656890.html New Delhi Jan 3 In a landmark stride toward military selfreliance the Indian Army is set to become the worldâs first armed force to operationally deploy ramjetpowered artillery shells for its 155 mm guns This initiative part of Indiaâs broader Atmanirbharta selfreliance campaign is being developed in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology IIT MadrasThe innovation promises to extend the range of conventional artillery shells by 30 to 50 per cent while maintaining their destructive power marking a significant leap in battlefield capabilities Artillery modernisation has long been a priority for the Indian ArmyThe focus has been on enhancing the range and accuracy of rockets and munitions to meet the demands of modern warfare Conventional artillery shells while lethal are limited in range and precision compared to advanced missile systemsBy integrating ramjet technology into 155 mm shells the Army aims to bridge this gap giving its artillery units the ability to strike deeper targets with greater effectiveness Ramjet propulsion is not new having been successfully used in missiles for decades However applying it to artillery shells is a novel conceptA ramjet is an airbreathing engine that requires no compressor or turbine Instead it relies on the forward motion of the projectile to compress incoming air Once the shell reaches speeds of around Mach 2 or twice the speed of sound the ramjet becomes operational Fuel is then burned in the compressed air producing thrust that sustains and extends the shellâs flightThe project is being spearheaded by IIT Madras in partnership with the Army Technology Board ATB Developmental trials are currently underway with successful tests already conducted at the Pokharan field firing ranges in RajasthanThese trials have demonstrated the feasibility of retrofitting ramjet modules onto existing 155 mm shells meaning the technology can be applied across the Armyâs current inventory without requiring entirely new ammunition designsOnce the technology is fully developed it can be adapted for use in any of the Armyâs artillery systems including the M777 ultralight howitzer This flexibility ensures that the innovation will not be restricted to a single platform but will enhance the overall artillery capability of the force TheThe Indian Army has artillery guns using shells of different calibres including light artillery up to 105 mm which is primarily used for close support of ground troops medium artillery 106â155 mm typically deployed for bombardment and suppression of enemy positions and heavy artillery above 155 mm designed for striking rear installations and strategic targetsThe ramjetpowered shell falls within the medium artillery category but offers performance that rivals heavier systems thanks to its extended range This means the Army can achieve longdistance strikes without deploying bulkier less mobile heavy artilleryThus the introduction of ramjetpowered artillery shells enhances the Armyâs ability to conduct deep strikes disrupt enemy logistics and neutralise fortified positions from safer distancesIt also reduces reliance on expensive missile systems for mediumrange engagements offering a costeffective yet powerful alternative The development underscores Indiaâs commitment to indigenous defence technologiesBy collaborating with IIT Madras the Army is not only advancing its own capabilities but also fostering innovation within the countryâs academic and research institutions This synergy between the military and academia is a cornerstone of the Atmanirbharta initiative aimed at reducing dependence on foreign suppliers and building a robust domestic defence industryWhile the technology is still undergoing trials its potential applications are vast Once perfected ramjetassisted shells could be integrated into multiple artillery platforms significantly boosting Indiaâs firepowerThe modular nature of the design means that existing stockpiles of 155 mm shells can be upgraded rather than replaced ensuring cost efficiency and rapid deployment The success of this project could also pave the way for further innovations in artillery propulsionConcepts such as scramjetassisted shells or hybrid propulsion systems may become feasible in the future pushing the boundaries of what artillery can achieve IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-army-to-pioneer-ramjet-powered-155-mm-artillery-shells-656890.html Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ed-files-charge-sheet-in-sand-smuggling-case-in-west-bengal-656895.html Kolkata Jan 3 The Enforcement Directorate ED has filed a charge sheet in the sand smuggling case the central agency sources said on Saturday The ED filed the charge sheet within 60 days of the arrest of Arun Sharaf and other accused ED officials saidThe charge sheet was submitted on Saturday to EDs special court in Bankshall court premises against a total of 14 companiesThe ED claimed that a corruption of Rs 145 crore has taken placeThe investigating agency also claimed that this money was allegedly laundered through 14 companies including GD Mining ED officials addedArun Sharaf the owner of GD Mining was arrested by the ED on November 6 last yearThe ED alleged that Arun Sharaf committed every possible type of fraudIt is alleged that Arun Sharaf completely disregarded all the rules and regulations of the West Bengal Sand Mining Transport Storage and Sale or WBMDTCL and amassed huge profits through illegal sand mining and salesThe central investigation agency sleuths claimed that the license plate number of the truck authorised to transport sand had to be providedHowever it is alleged that the same number was used for multiple trucks involved in this sand smuggling operationIn many cases this went unnoticed by the state authoritiesSuperficially it would appear that the sand was being transported by the authorised truckHowever in reality multiple trucks were being used with the same license plate number to carry out this sand corruptionThe sand transport permits included a QR codeIt is alleged that this QR code was also forgedThe ED investigation revealed that forgedinvalid challans were being used for illegal transportation of stolen sand from riverstock pointsThe accused personsentities used to move the stolen sand illegally from the stock points that have been obtained through allotted or auctioned minesstock pointsInvestigation has also revealed that illegal cash generated through aforesaid activities has been merged into the regular books of accounts by unexplained cash depositsBy adopting these fraudulent methods the accused personsentities engaged in largescale theft illegal transportation and sale of sand and this has led to undue enrichment of various peopleThe ED finally filed a charge sheet after investigating this case IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ed-files-charge-sheet-in-sand-smuggling-case-in-west-bengal-656895.html Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/trekking-camping-amp-hiking-prohibited-in-jampks-kokernag-656709.html Srinagar Jan 2 Authorities in Jammu and Kashmirs Anantnag district on Friday prohibited trekking camping hiking and similar outdoor activities in high altitude and forested areas ok Kokernag citing security reasons An order issued by the Kokernag SDM cited recent incidents where certain persons have attempted to cross nakacheckpoints during late night hours thereby raising serious security concerns relating to public safety and that unrestricted movement and activities like trekking camping hiking and similar outdoor pursuits in the areas of Margan Top Chauher Nag and Sinthan Top are likely to adversely affect public safety and securityNow therefore I Prince Kumar Kokernag SubDivisional Magistrate in exercise of powers conferred upon me under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sinhita BNSS 2023 hereby order as under Trekking camping hiking and all other similar outdoor activities are prohibited in the area of Margan Top Chauher Nag and Sinthan Top with immediate effectThe Larnoo Station House Officer shall ensure strict implementation of this order and regulate movement of nakacheckpoints the SDM order said adding that the general public is directed to strictly comply with this order Any violation shall invite action as per lawThe order shall remain in force for a period of two months from the date of issuance unless withdrawn earlier or extended as per law the SDM order addedThe order comes as joint security forces are carrying out large antiterror operations in the higher reaches of Poonch Rajouri and Kishtwar districts of Jammu divisionThe Valley is connected with the Kishtwar district through the Sinthan Top in the Kokernag areaThe joint operations are targeting terrorists their overground workers OGWs and sympathisersThis coordinated approach is aimed at dismantling the complete support system of terrorism rather than going after just the gunwielding terrorists IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/trekking-camping-amp-hiking-prohibited-in-jampks-kokernag-656709.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 00:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bjp-delegation-meets-ktaka-dgp-over-ballari-violence-issue-seeks-protection-for-party-mlas-656722.html Bengaluru Jan 2 The Karnataka BJP delegation led by the Leaders of the Opposition R Ashoka and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy on Friday met the State Director General of Police and Inspector General of Police MA Saleem in connection with the incidents of violence in Ballari in which a Congress worker has died in a shootout and demanded protection for the BJP MLA and mining baron Janardhana Reddy and other leaders Addressing a press conference in Bengaluru after the meeting Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Assembly R Ashoka has demanded that immediate police protection be provided to former Ministers and MLAs Janardhana Reddy and B Sriramulu saying that their lives are under threatHe also demanded a judicial inquiry into the Ballari incidentBJP leader Ashoka said that Congress workers who allegedly trespassed illegally into the houses of supporters of former Minister and MLA Janardhana Reddy should be immediately arrested under the Goonda ActHe alleged that Ballari MLA Nara Bharat Reddy was responsible for the chain of events that led to the death of a Congress worker Rajashekhar and demanded his immediate arrestHe also accused the Congress of having decided to eliminate former Minister Janardhana ReddyOpposition leader Ashoka said the firing allegedly carried out by Congress supporters targeting BJP leaders Janardhana Reddy and Sriramulu in Ballari has shocked the entire stateHe added that during the New Year celebrations the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had assured that the police would ensure no untoward incidents take place However firing incidents occurred in Ballari on Friday which he said reflected the complete collapse of law and order in the stateHe alleged that on the one hand police personnel are getting caught in theft cases and on the other an Andhrastyle blood history has entered KarnatakaHe said that political firing was never part of Karnatakas culture but the present Congressled state government has now set a precedent for itBJP leader Ashoka said a flex banner was installed inside Janardhana Reddys compound following which his family lodged a complaint and the police removed it Later supporters of MLA Bharat Reddy allegedly arrived sat in protest on the road barged through the gate and reinstalled the flex bannerBJP leader Ashoka asked what was the fault of Janardhana Reddy regarding the entire incidentHe alleged that the year 2026 has begun with bloodshed and accused the corrupt government referring to Congress government of sending a message that Karnataka is moving towards an Andhrastyle model Responding to a query BJP leader Ashoka said that Janardhana Reddy was not present at his residence when the incident occurredLeader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council Chalavadi Narayanaswamy said the first day of the New Year itself has claimed a life sending out a message that Karnataka has become a goonda stateHe added that complaints should have been registered against the Congress MLA Bharat Reddy and his party workers but instead attempts were being made to file cases against Janardhana Reddy and Sriramulu He asked how they were involved in the incident and asked who actually fired the bulletHe said that the police fired bullets into the air and asked whether Satish Reddy an associate of MLA Bharat Reddy who allegedly indulged in largescale hooliganism had been arrested He criticised the state government for not arresting Satish Reddy and said that Congress leaders and MLAs should be arrested not Janardhana Reddy and SriramuluLegislative Council Opposition leader Narayanaswamy alleged that all acts of mischief were carried out by Congress workers and not by BJP MLAs and demanded that such hooliganism be stopped immediatelyWhat began as a dispute over banners in Ballari on Thursday night escalated into a violent clash between two groups allegedly linked to MLA Janardhana Reddy and Congress MLA Nara Bharat ReddyThe situation further intensified after Janardhana Reddy alleged that there was a conspiracy to assassinate him allegedly orchestrated by the family of Congress MLA Bharat Reddy Following the incident the police imposed prohibitory orders in the area as a precautionary measureThe situation continues to remain tense and volatile in Ballari city IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bjp-delegation-meets-ktaka-dgp-over-ballari-violence-issue-seeks-protection-for-party-mlas-656722.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 00:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bihar-dgp-approves-reorganisation-of-police-zones-to-boost-crime-control-speed-up-probes-656725.html Patna Jan 2 In a major move aimed at making the functioning of the Bihar Police more effective and responsive Director General of Police DGP Vinay Kumar has approved the reorganisation of police zones across the state The decision is aimed at strengthening crime control improving law and order monitoring and expediting the investigation of pending casesFormal orders regarding the revised police zone structure have been issued by the police headquarters marking a significant reform in Biharâs policing and security frameworkâThe primary objective of this reorganisation is to reduce delays and minimise human error in investigations Under the new system clear accountability will be fixed for police officers to ensure highquality investigations enabling citizens to receive swift and effective justiceâ DGP Vinay Kumar told the media on FridayHe said the revised police zone structure would enhance operational efficiency and make it easier to monitor complex and sensitive cases particularly those involving serious crimesTo operationalise the plan a highlevel meeting was held on December 31 between the DGP and senior police officers during which a detailed framework for the deployment of police inspectors and other officers was preparedIn the coming days the police department is expected to witness largescale reshuffles and fresh appointments as part of the reorganisation exercise aimed at making the force more dynamic and better aligned with groundlevel requirementsThe DGP said that while crime incidents in the state have declined there is still scope for improvementâWe strongly believe that only when no incidents of heinous crimes like murder take place in Bihar can we say the situation has fully improvedâ Kumar saidHighlighting progress in tackling Left Wing Extremism the DGP noted that Naxal activities in the state have been reduced to almost zeroâRecently three Naxal operatives surrendered before the Bihar Police along with their weapons They had not been involved in any Naxal activities for the last four yearsâ he saidKumar further stated that the state government has put in place a comprehensive rehabilitation plan for surrendered Naxals and their families including employment opportunitiesâWe are making efforts to provide all possible assistance through government schemes Welfare projects are being ensured in Naxalaffected areas so that people there can benefit and move towards mainstream developmentâ he addedThe police zone reorganisation is expected to play a crucial role in strengthening law enforcement enhancing public confidence and ensuring sustainable peace and development across Bihar IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bihar-dgp-approves-reorganisation-of-police-zones-to-boost-crime-control-speed-up-probes-656725.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 00:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-based-terror-handlers-property-attached-in-jampks-poonch-656731.html Jammu Jan 2 The Jammu and Kashmir Police said on Friday that it has attached the property of a Pakistanbased terror handler in the Mandi area of the district A police statement said In a decisive legal action against terrorism and antinational elements operating from across the border Poonch Police have attached an immovable property belonging to a Pakistanbased terror handler in compliance with the directions of the Honourable CourtThe attachment has been effected in connection with FIR No 072002 registered at Police Station Mandi under Sections 23 of the EampIMCO Act The attached property comprises 06 Kanal 135 Marlas of land falling under Khasra Nos 291 292 287 271 222 2221 221 186 180 and 97 min situated in Tehsil Mandi District Poonch with an assessed value of approximately Rs 1336 lakh he saidThe attached property belongs to Jamal Lone alias Jamala son of Sultan Lone alias Sultana resident of Chamber Kanari Tehsil Mandi District Poonch who is presently operating as a Pakistanbased terror handlerThe accused had earlier exfiltrated to PakistanPoJK and has since been actively involved in activities inimical to the security and sovereignty of the nationOwing to his continued evasion of the legal process the accused was declared a Proclaimed Offender by the Honble CourtDespite sustained efforts by Poonch Police to secure his arrest he remained beyond the reach of law compelling the Honble Court to order attachment of his immovable propertyActing upon these directions the attachment was executed by the Poonch Police in close coordination with the Revenue Department after following all due legal procedures verification and documentationThis action forms part of a broader and sustained strategy to dismantle the financial and logistical support structures of terror networks and to ensure that individuals involved in terrorism and antinational activities are deprived of their resources it saidDistrict Police Poonch reiterates its unwavering commitment to act firmly and lawfully against Pakistanbased terror handlers and all elements involved in activities prejudicial to national security and assures the public that such measures will continue in the interest of peace public safety and sovereignty of the nation the statement added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-based-terror-handlers-property-attached-in-jampks-poonch-656731.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 00:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/under-sail-on-course-indian-navy-on-insv-kaundinyas-voyage-toward-muscat-656750.html Mumbai Jan 2 The Western Naval Command WNC on Friday evening issued an update on the ongoing maritime voyage of stitchedship INSV Kaundinya to Muscat saying âUnder sail on courseâ âINSVKaundinya continues her passage across open seas âguided by wind skill and Indiaâs enduring maritime spiritâ said the WNC in a message on social media which also carried a video clip on the crew in actionOn Thursday Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi interacted with the crew âExtending New Year greetings Admiral Tripathi commended the crew for their professionalism and the efforts in undertaking this unique voyage rooted in Indiaâs maritime pastâ said a Navy official in a statementThe Navy Chief highlighted that the voyage of INSV Kaundinya is a testament to the Indian Navyâs enduring commitment to rekindling national maritime consciousness said the officialâBy reviving the millenniaold shipbuilding and seafaring traditions the expedition celebrates Indiaâs rich maritime heritage and reinforces the nationâs historic cultural and commercial links across the IndianOceanâ said the Navy in a social media messageEarlier Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the crew of INSV Kaundinya on New Years Eve lauding their spirit and dedication as the country prepared to welcome 2026In a post on social media platform X the Prime Minister said he was delighted to receive a picture from the crew and conveyed his best wishes to them as they marked the New Year while sailing on the high seasDelighted to receive this picture from the team of INSV Kaundinya Heartening to see their enthusiasm As we are all set to usher in 2026 my special greetings to the INSV Kaundinya team which is on the high seas May the rest of their journey also be full of joy and success PM Modi saidThe post was accompanied by an image showing members of the crew standing on the deck of the vessel against the open sea with the shipâs distinctive sail visible in the backgroundINSV Kaundinya is a traditional sailing vessel inspired by ancient Indian ship designs depicted on historical seals and artefacts The ship is seen as a representation of Indiaâs long maritime tradition and its historic links with seafaring trade routes across the Indian OceanThe vessels voyages are aimed at navigation training as well as at highlighting Indiaâs civilisational connections with the seas including maritime trade and cultural exchange IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/under-sail-on-course-indian-navy-on-insv-kaundinyas-voyage-toward-muscat-656750.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 01:01:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ysrcp-mp-urges-centre-to-ensure-safe-release-of-nine-fishermen-detained-by-bangladesh-656762.html Amaravati Jan 2 YSR Congress Party YSRCP MP Maddila Gurumoorthy on Friday urged the Union government to ensure the safe release of nine fishermen who were detained by the Bangladesh Coast Guard In a letter to the Ministry of External Affairs MEA the MP said that nine fishermen from Andhra Pradesh were apprehended by the Bangladesh Coast Guard in the mid sea of Bay of Bengal on October 21 2025 while they were operating a mechanised fishing vesselThe fishermen hail from Vizianagaram district and their families are in distress and undergoing mental agony he said and urged the Union government to use their offices to seek the release and safe return of the fishermenAccording to Gurumoorthy the fishermen inadvertently crossed the international maritime boundary near the West Bengal coast due to navigational lapses but were detained by the Bangladesh Coast Guard He said that there was no criminal intent involvedHe added the fishermen depend entirely on traditional fishing for their livelihood and that their prolonged detention has caused severe mental and financial distress to their familiesThe YSRCP MP from Tirupati added that Bangladesh is a signatory to international maritime laws and that provisions under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea allow for the release of detained fishermen and vessels in such casesCiting humanitarian concerns Gurumoorthy appealed to the Centre and the Indian High Commission in Bangladesh to take immediate steps to resolve the issue and ensure the fishermens early releaseThe state government had said that eight fishermen from Vizianagaram district were detained by the Bangladesh Navy after their boat allegedly strayed into the neighbouring countrys territorial watersThe state government contacted the MEA through the Andhra Pradesh Bhavan in New Delhi to secure the release of the fishermenA special legal team of the Indian High Commission in Dhaka is providing legal aid for their releaseA charge sheet has been filed in Bangladesh against the fishermen prompting the Andhra Pradesh government to appeal to the Bangladesh Embassy for cooperation to allow continuous contact with the fishermens familiesUnion Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu took up the matter with the External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar requesting steps for their swift return IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ysrcp-mp-urges-centre-to-ensure-safe-release-of-nine-fishermen-detained-by-bangladesh-656762.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 01:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/mukesh-singh-is-new-dgp-ladakh-sd-jamwal-dgp-arunachal-pradesh-656768.html Srinagar Jan 2 Mukesh Singh was on Friday posted as the new DGP of Ladakh replacing SDSingh Jamwal who has been posted as DGP Arunachal Pradesh An order issued by the Union Home Ministry said âWith the approval of the competent authority posting of the following IPS officers of AGMUT cadre is ordered with immediate effect and until further ordersâMukesh Singh IPS AGMUT 1996 on repatriation from central deputation is posted as DGP Ladakh SD Singh Jamwal IPS AGMUT1995 DGP Ladakh has been posted as DGP Arunachal Pradesh replacing Anand Mohan AGMUT1994 who has been moved to DelhiMukesh Singh IPS was born on January 24 1971 in Bokaro Steel City of Bihar now in Jharkhand He is an officer of the erstwhile JampK cadre who has served as IGP Jammu Zone He is a BTech in civil engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi He joined the Indian Police Service in 1996 and has headed several sensitive assignments as district superintendent of police at Reasi Pulwama Poonch and Jammu during the peak of terror activitiesSD Singh Jamwal has a PhD in bioterrorism He was born on May 3 1969 in Purani Mandi locality of JampKâs Jammu cityHe is a senior Indian Police Service officer known for expertise in disaster management CBRN particularly biological defence and for leading initiatives like modernising police stations and promoting community engagement Appointed to the Ladakh Police Chief role in mid2023 he has received awards for his disaster response contributions and focuses on training police for complex emergencies while also overseeing local policing and infrastructure development in LadakhAnand Mohan IPS AGMUT1994 is known as an inspiring police officer committed to maintaining law and order with commitment and vision IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/mukesh-singh-is-new-dgp-ladakh-sd-jamwal-dgp-arunachal-pradesh-656768.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 01:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-army-again-overrides-civilian-govt-in-pursuing-agenda-656771.html New Delhi Jan 2 Ongoing actions on Imran Khan and his Pakistan TehreekâeâInsaaf PTI party may formally be seen as being initiated by the civilian govt but the sustained operation points to a wellcrafted design and execution a campaign of legal security and institutional pressure designed and configured by the allpowerful army Pakistanâs military has repeatedly overridden elected governments through coups constitutional manipulation and intelligenceâled political engineering At present the army has trained its guns on Imran Khan and his political party including arrests trials and restrictions on party activity Pakistanâs history is marked by full military takeovers 1958 1977 1999 as well as periods of dominant military influence in politics governance and foreign policy The militaryâs toolkit has included the removal of governments the manipulation of party structures intelligence operations against opponents and legal or extraâlegal pressure on media and civil society Institutional levers including appointments promotions and control over security policy have been used to institutionalise influence across successive governments Interventions have taken place not only as direct coups dismissal of assemblies or states of emergency but also as legal and administrative restrictions on parties and intelligenceâled political engineering The GovernorâGeneralâs dismissal of provincial and federal governments and the dissolution of the Constituent Assembly in the early 1950s set an early precedent for extraâconstitutional removal of civilian authority and constrained party development In October 1958 the military removed the civilian leadership and General Ayub Khan assumed power imposing martial law suspending political partiesâ normal operations and introducing a controlled political system that limited their influence He was replaced by General Yahya Khan in 1969 who dissolved the thenexisting political structures and postponed elections a sequence that contributed to the 1971 crisis and the loss of East Pakistan In another episode General Zia ulâHaq overthrew Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto in July 1977 imposed martial law banned political activities for extended periods and used legal and constitutional changes to weaken party structures and civil liberties Throughout the 1990s successive civilian governments were dismissed under constitutional provisions by presidents and governors often with the military and intelligence establishment playing influential behindâtheâscenes roles party fragmentation and coâoptation were common General Pervez Musharraf seized power in October 1999 and his removal of an elected government still hangs in the memories He suspended parts of the constitution introduced measures like emergency rule and judicial changes holding back constitutional protections He removed judges and curtailed party activities and media freedom In recent times since Imran Khanâs ouster in April 2022 the relationship between PTI and the security establishment has deteriorated sharply Following mass protests in May 2023 authorities launched a broad crackdown Thousands of PTI activists were arrested military courts and antiâterror laws were used against protesters and party offices were raided Imran Khan himself was arrested in August 2023 and has since faced multiple criminal convictions and sentences across several cases including highâprofile graft and verdicts handed down in 2025 Courts have issued long prison terms military and antiâterror tribunals have tried PTI supporters and journalists and commentators linked to the movement have faced severe sentences even in absentia The campaign against PTI combined legal prosecution administrative bans and security operations to fragment the partyâs organisational capacity and deter mass mobilisation The use of military courts and antiâterror legislation to try civilians has raised concerns among rights groups about due process and the militarisation of law enforcement At the same time the armyâs public posture â desperately trying to portray itself as defending state institutions â has been reinforced by episodes of confrontation with India and by highâprofile promotions that signal institutional consolidation In the May 2023 unrest attacks on military installations triggered mass prosecutions and military trials of alleged perpetrators Imran Khanâs multiple convictions and the 2025 ToshakhanaâII sentence are emblematic of the legal pressure on PTI leadership Meanwhile journalists and social media figures linked to PTI have been sentenced in highâprofile cases curbing dissenting voices IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-army-again-overrides-civilian-govt-in-pursuing-agenda-656771.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 01:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/two-maoists-neutralised-in-ongoing-encounter-in-chhattisgarhs-bijapur-656803.html RaipurBijapur Jan 3 In a significant development in the ongoing antiMaoist operations in Chhattisgarhs Bastar region security forces have neutralised two Maoists on Saturday The forces are engaged in a fierce gunbattle with armed Maoists in the southern part of Bijapur district resulting in the recovery of two Maoist bodies so farThe encounter began at 500 am when a team from the District Reserve Guard DRG came under exchange of fire during a search operation in the South Bastar forestsAccording to police officials the operation started on specific intelligence inputs about the presence of armed Maoists in the areaThe DRG launched the operation leading to intermittent exchanges of fire that still continuePolice officials confirmed that the bodies of two Maoists have been recovered from the encounter site during the ongoing searchWeapons and other materials are expected to be seized as the combing operation progresses No casualties have been reported among the security personnel so farDue to the sensitivity of the operation authorities have withheld details such as the exact location of the encounter and the number of security forces involvedThe operation is still underway in a decisive phase To ensure the safety of our personnel engaged in the field sensitive information cannot be disclosed at this stage a senior police officer statedA detailed report including the identities of the Maoists recovered arms and further outcomes will be released once the operation concludes and the area is fully secured This incident is part of intensified antiNaxal campaigns in the Bastar division a longstanding Maoist stronghold Chhattisgarh has seen numerous successful operations in recent years significantly weakening Maoist networks through joint efforts involving DRG state police and central forcesThe state government and security agencies remain committed to eradicating leftwing extremism aligning with national efforts to make the region Naxalfree As the search continues in the dense forests additional reinforcements have been deployed to cordon off the area and prevent any Maoist escape IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/two-maoists-neutralised-in-ongoing-encounter-in-chhattisgarhs-bijapur-656803.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-stepping-up-espionage-disinformation-ops-against-india-intelligence-agencies-warn-656853.html New Delhi Jan 3 Indian Intelligence agencies have warned that the ISI would continue to try and expand its espionage network in India While many such cases were busted last year the agencies say that the Pakistan spy agency has been working relentlessly to expand the network In addition to this Pakistan also plans to run a massive disinformation campaign against IndiaCampaigns would be around spreading false narratives about the Indian armed forcesFurther the ISI also plans on roping in people as well some organisations to carry out protests while questioning policies of the government an official saidThis is part of the larger game plan of the ISI to make violence and terror as home grown as possible so that Pakistan would have the deniability factorAn official says running a false narrative instigating protests and creating deeper espionage networks is part of a larger plan and this also includes setting up of homegrown terror modules like the one that was busted in FaridabadPakistan is not immediately looking to sending its terrorists Post Operation Sindoor most of their terror networks are down Further infiltrations are hard to execute due to heavy securityIn addition to its India plans the ISI is also giving a lot of emphasis to Bangladesh where it wants to set up launch pads to hit the northeastern states another official saidAn Intelligence Bureau official said that among all the plans that the ISI has in mind the two most dangerous are the setting up of an espionage network and running a disinformation campaignPakistan is looking to engineer something on the lines of Bangladesh and Nepal where protests erupt across the country where a regime change would be demanded The campaign would look to defame the Indian armed forces so that the trust factor goes downThey want the armed forces to look weak in the eyes of the Indian people The ISI would also look to infiltrate every protest that is taking place so that it spreads far and wide while also turning violentIn the past the ISI has done it in some measure but now it would look to do something on a much larger scale the agencies have learntPakistan is also looking to build a massive espionage network Efforts to gather information especially about the armed forces have gone up multifold post Operation Sindoor the Intelligence Bureau official saidWhile honeytrapping would be the main tactic to build this network the ISI is also looking for people who have ideological leanings those who face financial hardships and ones with personal issues These persons are easy to trap as they remain vulnerableThe ISI is also ready to pump in a lot of money to build this network The information about the expansion of the espionage comes in the backdrop of reports that Pakistanâs army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir is itching for a war with IndiaThe war for Munir is important since he lost face in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor He wants to also use this as a tactic to divert from the major issues that Pakistan is facingFurther he feels that he would have the backing of the United States if there is a military conflict with IndiaThese remain major challenges explained an official while also adding that the agencies need to remain on very high alertRecently the Union Home Ministry launched the National Counter Terrorism Policy The National Investigation Agency which created a common ATS structure has sent it to the state police forces This structure ensures that there is uniform preparation at every levelUnion Home Minister Amit Shah had said that all director generals of police must implement it This policy is an important one in the wake of Pakistan trying to relentlessly meddle in Indiaâs affairs and also threaten its national security officials say IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-stepping-up-espionage-disinformation-ops-against-india-intelligence-agencies-warn-656853.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 18:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indore-gets-new-municipal-commissioner-district-admin-starts-water-inspection-in-bhagirathpura-656863.html Indore Jan 3 Chief Minister Mohan Yadavled Madhya Pradesh government on Saturday appointed Kshitij Singhal a 2014 batch IAS officer as the new Commissioner of Indore Municipal Corporation A notification for appointment of Kshitij Singhal as the new Municipal Commissioner of Indore was issued by the State Chief Secretary Anurag JainSinghal has replaced Dilip Kumar Yadav who has been transferred from Indore on FridayThe development came a day after the Chief Minister Mohan Yadav ordered to suspend the Indore Additional Commissioner Rohit Sisoniya and Sanjeev Shrivastava who is the Superintendent Engineer Incharge of the Public Health Engineering departmentMeanwhile Indore district administration on Thursday started a survey to check the water quality being supplied through tankers in Indores Bhagirathpura area where contaminated water killed several people in the past one week and more than 200 were still admitted in multiple hospitals across the cityAlong with an extensive checking of water quality teams of district administration are also making residents of Bhagirathpura area aware about the use of safe drinking water to ensure the safety of people especially children and senior citizens who were the most affected due to the contaminated water supply tragedy in IndoreThe awareness campaign and inspection led by the Indore District Collector Shivam Verma began early morning on Saturday and it will continue till the eveningDuring the doortodoor visit officials are also inspecting water stored in underground and rooftop tanks built in the areaSpeaking to IANS District Collector Verma said that multiple teams of staff members have been deployed to conduct doortodoor inspection in BhagirathpuraA close monitoring is being carried out at the spot where the most number of people have been severly affectedOur team is continuously conducting investigations Wherever cases of food poisoning have been reported and patients have tested positive we have instructed all departments to carry out thorough inspections in the surrounding areas Along with this our water supply lines are also being checked District Collector Verma told IANSVerma also told that people admitted in hospitals are being provided better treatment and are recovering fastHe said that the condition of two out of 27 patients admitted in ICU wards were in critical state till Friday however they have recovered on SaturdayOver 200 people are admitted in more than 30 hospitals both government and private health care institutions in different parts of IndoreOn the other side more than 22 teams of medical staff are conducting health checkup through camps in the Bhagirathpura area IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indore-gets-new-municipal-commissioner-district-admin-starts-water-inspection-in-bhagirathpura-656863.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 18:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/police-in-jampks-budgam-act-against-24-people-for-violating-vpn-ban-order-656866.html Srinagar Jan 3 Police in Jammu and Kashmirs Budgam district said on Saturday that they have acted against 24 people for violating the ban order on the use of virtual private networks VPNs A police statement issued on Saturday said âIn continuation of efforts to enforce lawful orders and prevent the misuse of digital platforms Budgam Police have acted against the use of unauthorised Virtual Private Network VPN services across the districtâFollowing prohibitory orders issued by the District Administration on December 29 2025 banning unauthorised VPN usage Budgam Police carried out systematic verification and monitoringâDuring the period from December 29 2025 to January 2 2026 24 individuals were identified for violating these orders Based on investigation and technical analysis two FIRs were registered against individuals with adverse terrorrelated backgrounds underscoring the security risks posed by the misuse of encrypted platformsâAdditionally security proceedings were initiated against 11 individuals aged between 18 and 40 years for noncompliance with the prohibitory ordersâThey were bound down under Sections 126 and 170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita BNSS and later released after due warningâBudgam Police reaffirm their commitment to maintaining public order enforcing lawful directives and preventing misuse of digital platformsâThe public is advised to strictly comply with all orders issued by the District Administration and to use digital services responsiblyâ the statement addedMost of the 20 districts in JampK have banned the use of VPNs with the concerned district magistrates stating that such networks were being used by antinational elements and that their misuse constitutes a security threatVPN stands for Virtual Private Network and refers to a technology that enables users to establish a secure network connection while using public networks VPNs encrypt internet traffic and disguise online identityThis makes it more difficult for third parties to track online activity and steal data as the encryption takes place in real time IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/police-in-jampks-budgam-act-against-24-people-for-violating-vpn-ban-order-656866.html Sat, 03 Jan 2026 18:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bulldozer-action-in-rajasthans-chomu-after-stone-pelting-incident-656666.html Jaipur Jan 2 A largescale bulldozer drive is underway in Rajasthans Chomu following notices issued to 20 illegal slaughterhouses in Pathansâ Mohalla with the administration also preparing action against unauthorised constructions Heavy police deployment has been put in place to maintain law and order with senior officers monitoring the situation on the ground The action comes in the wake of a dispute over alleged encroachment near a mosque in Chomu during which incidents of stonepelting were reportedFollowing the violence the police pasted notices on the houses of 24 accused stonepelters directing them to submit their response within three days The deadline expired on December 31 after which the municipal council was authorised to initiate demolition proceedings Two companies of the Rajasthan Armed Constabulary RAC along with district police forces remain deployed in the area under the supervision of DCP Hanuman Prasad Meena to prevent any breach of peaceMost of the houses were locked while residents present at a few locations declined to speak to reportersLocals expressed mixed reactions some supported strict action against those involved in violence while others demanded that innocent residents should not be targetedSpecial Police Commissioner Jaipur Rahul Prakash said that efforts are ongoing to identify all those involved in the stonepelting incident Nineteen accused have been arrested so far and more names have surfaced during interrogationPolice collected video footage from the night of the incident which is being examined to identify additional suspects Authorities have not ruled out the involvement of people from outside the state and investigations are underway to ascertain their presence and motive if anySunil Kumar Swami Assistant Accounts Officer of the Chomu Municipal Council said that on December 29 the council issued a threeday notice regarding 20 illegal slaughterhouses and four unauthorised constructionsHe had stated that if the concerned parties fail to respond submit valid documents or remove the illegal structures themselves the council will proceed with demolition and sealing actions as per rulesChomu police have arrested the following individuals in connection with the stonepelting case Mukhtar Ali 32 Aakib 24 Mohsin Khan 35 Umar Beg 30 Zaheen Khan 19 Haider Ali 28 Sameer 21 Abid 22 Salman 22 Arbaz 26 Kamran 24 Tahir Alam 40 Jabaz 28 Fardeen 24 Shahrukh 19 Faizan Khan 19 Javed Khan 31 Javed Qureshi 23 and Wasim Qureshi 36The authorities have made it clear that strict action will continue against those involved in violence and illegal activities while security forces remain on alert to ensure peace in the area IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bulldozer-action-in-rajasthans-chomu-after-stone-pelting-incident-656666.html Fri, 02 Jan 2026 23:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-backed-khalistan-network-expands-to-milan-injects-bangladesh-into-propaganda-656688.html New Delhi Jan 2 A poster has been in circulation in Milan Italy calling for a lockdown by the proKhalistan elements While one was aware of the presence of Khalistanis in Canada the United Kingdom Germany and Australia the poster featuring a protest in Italy signals a new shift Intelligence Bureau officials say that intercepts clearly suggest the Khalistanis are attempting to expand into more countries thereby increasing the reach of their messaging There is a clear attempt being made to project a transnational narrative relating to the Khalistan movementWhile the broader messaging is all about the creation of a separate Khalistan nation carved out of Punjab the new poster also speaks about the situation in Bangladesh The protest or lockdown in Milan is being promoted by Jagroop Singh and Gurpal Singh who are part of the proscribed outfit Sikhs for Justice SFJ This is the group that is heading the propaganda wing of the Khalistan movement It has been responsible for the various referendums that have been held in Canada the UK and AustraliaThe SFJ is headed by Gurpatwant Singh Pannun who has on many occasions called for the assassination of Prime Minister Narendra Modi while also circulating videos in which he has shown the Indian national flag being desecrated The organisers of this protest have linked the killing of terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar with the murder of antiIndia student leader Osman Hadi The Khalistan elements had blamed the Indian agencies for the killing of Nijjar in CanadaEven after the killing of Hadi a narrative was built up stating that it was India that was behind the murder The linking of the two cases by the Khalistani elements clearly shows that they are playing the script written by the ISI These elements are trying to get the attention of the international audience to suggest that India has been meddling in the affairs of other countries and carrying out extrajudicial killingsAn Intelligence Bureau official said that this is clearly the doing of the ISI Both the murders of Nijjar and Hadi are clearly an ISI hit job The ISI was aware that both these persons were antiIndia After carrying out the hit job the ISI is clearly trying to spread a narrative that India was behind both these murdersThe event in Milan is yet to take place and the agencies are on highalert to prevent the same Indian officials say that the expansion into Milan shows how the Khalistan movement is trying to expand It is also a sign of an evolving strategyThe ISIbacked Khalistanis are aware that the heat on them is rising especially in Canada and the UK They have already been making inroads in Australia and now want to enter Italy as well Officials say that these elements would try to enter other countries as well They are waging a narrative war against India and hope they will get support from as many countries as possibleIndian Intelligence agencies have found a surge in the number of propaganda materials being circulated on social media This is the first time that the Khalistanis have brought up the Bangladesh issue This has been done at the insistence of the ISI which wants to defame India in as many countries as possibleIn the runup to the elections in Bangladesh more such attempts would be made and the ISI would use the Khalistanis even more The idea is also to create an impression in the minds of the Bangladeshis that all their problems are courtesy of India IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-backed-khalistan-network-expands-to-milan-injects-bangladesh-into-propaganda-656688.html Fri, 02 Jan 2026 23:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/broken-promises-spark-fresh-anger-in-pok-protests-expected-to-intensify-656694.html New Delhi Jan 2 The calm that was restored in PakistanoccupiedKashmir PoK in October is all set to end with talks being called off between the PoKâs Joint Awami Action Committee and the government In September protests had erupted in the region during which several organisations had made multiple demands relating to development The government of Pakistan intervened and agreed to fulfil all their demandsHowever now the committee has accused the government of orchestrating an eyewash and said that not a single demand has been met It has refused to hold any talks with the government thus signalling the start of protests once againAn Intelligence assessment says that the protests are likely to be bigger than the last time This is not the first time that the Pakistan government has gone back on its word This has left the people of the region extremely frustratedThe approach that the government has towards PoK is the same that one gets to witness in Balochistan People of both regions accuse the government and top Army officials of indulging in corruption They say that their resources are used and all developmental works are carried out in top cities of Pakistan while the two regions remain extremely neglectedThe Joint Awami Action Committee which had signed an agreement with the government on October now says that their demands must be fulfilled first At the time of the signing of the agreement it was decided that the committee and government would meet every 15 days to review the progress However such a meeting has taken place only thrice in the past three months which has led the committee of accusing the government of an eyewashThe government had also promised to remove the names of several committee members from the Exit Control List ECL It was also assured that the FIRs against them would be withdrawn and the issues relating to the refugee seats would be resolved However not a single demand has been met and this has angered the members of the committeeThe committee says that everything that the government has done since the October 3 agreement has been tripe A committee had been constituted by the government to address the issues of refugee seats However the committee would only address specific issues This the PoK committee says is nonsense and they want all issues to be resolved at onceIt further said that partial measures would not do and this time it is not buying into the assurances that the government is making Indian officials say that these developments are not surprising and this has been Pakistanâs stance always where PoK is concernedOfficials also warn if the issues are not sorted on an urgent basis then the protests could become intense and a spillover into India cannot be ruled outAnother official said that it is the Pakistan Army that calls the shots It has appointed several retired army officials to deal with middlemen in the region They are tasked with tapping into the resources available in PoK The people have accused these officials of diverting all the funds to the main parts of Pakistan while not making any improvements to the regionFurther a lot of funds that are generated from these resources are usurped by army officials who have been accused of large scale corruption These issues have also caused a stir within the army Recently a letter by the Guardians of Honour accused Field Marshal Asim Munir of incompetence oppression and corruptionAn official said that the Pakistan government has for long lied to the people of Pakistan by making false assurances It has done so yet again and the people of the region are getting impatientIt is just a matter of time before the situation in PoK would go beyond the control of the establishment in Pakistan the official also added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/broken-promises-spark-fresh-anger-in-pok-protests-expected-to-intensify-656694.html Fri, 02 Jan 2026 23:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/us-shifted-toward-realism-on-ukraine-conflict-eu-moved-the-opposite-way-report-656569.html New Delhi Jan 1 Washingtonâs âchange in approachâ towards the war in Ukraine and United States President Donald Trump becoming âthe first Western leader to engage Russiaâ were termed the most consequential political developments of the year by Moscowâs global television network âFor the first time since the conflict escalated in 2022 Ukraine went through an entire year without launching a major theatreshaping offensive The contrast with previous years is starkâ according to an article published on the website of RT the statecontrolled international news television network âAfter three years in which politics tried to outrun the battlefield 2025 marked a significant reversal Ukraine has begun to collapse narratively economically and militarily For the first time since the conflict escalated there was no Ukrainian offensive whatsoever never mind one capable of reshaping the front linesâ said the article However the most consequential political development of the year was not Russiaâs breakthrough on the front lines but a change in Washingtonâs approach The commentary referred to the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyâs recent US visit where he sought President Trumpâs backing for a revised 20point peace plan Sundayâs meeting ended after more than three hours of talks in Florida with neither leader announcing any breakthrough âTrumpâs initiative effectively doorstepping Zelensky with a peace proposal just as his international reputation slumped over a 100 million corruption scandal involving his close associates was not about sympathy for Moscow but on the reality that wars between major powers end through negotiated settlement not narrative victoryâ claimed the unsigned article Incidentally Trump had spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of the Zelensky meeting While the US President appeared noncommittal in backing Zelenskyâs peace plan even before the meeting Russia had termed it âradically differentâ from the one it was working on with Washington The article emphasised Ukraineâs position and WashingtonMoscow relations stressing the security interests of the US and Russia âThe âspirit of Anchorageâ as it came to be described rested on a simple premise peace in Ukraine is inseparable from a broader stabilisation of USRussia relations and any settlement must respect the security interests of both sidesâ the report said referring to the TrumpPutin meeting in the Alaskan city The report was critical of Europeâs stand noting âWhile Washington shifted toward realism the European Union moved in the opposite directionâIt claimed that under the leadership of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and VicePresident Kaja Kallas the European Union has âfully fused its political identity with Ukraineâs maximalist position moving from stakeholder to partisanâAccording to earlier reports Ursula von der Leyen has been emphasising the importance of Ukraines accession to the European Union as a guarantee of peace where the blocâs enlargement will benefit not only the countries that join but also Europe itself âEurope insisted on framing the conflict primarily in ideological terms â democracy versus authoritarianism good versus evil â and treated compromise as moral failure rather than diplomatic necessity That posture placed Brussels fundamentally at odds with the logic emerging from Washington after Anchorageâ asserted the article It said that the gambit to steal Russian assets frozen in the bloc failed rubberstamping the blocâs diplomatic irrelevance to any peace process it continuedIt added that the EU was not removed from negotiations by conspiracy or hostility it removed itself by making meaningful mediation impossible In an apparent reference to Moscowâs own peace plans the article stated âZelensky is no longer âwinningâ and the war will not be fought âfor as long as it takesâ Peace frameworks have been drafted elsewhere Texts have been exchanged between major powers before Kiev sees them It is invited to comment amend and react â not to define the processâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/us-shifted-toward-realism-on-ukraine-conflict-eu-moved-the-opposite-way-report-656569.html Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/1992-batch-ips-officer-singhal-takes-charge-as-haryana-dgp-656580.html Chandigarh Jan 1 The 1992batch IPS officer Ajay Singhal on Thursday took charge as the 42nd Director General of Police DGP of Haryana from the outgoing DGP OP Singh His father Om Prakash Singhal was present when he assumed chargeDGP Singhal said policing âis a dynamic and challenging responsibility that continuously evolves with changing crime patterns technology and public expectationsâHe emphasised that Haryana Police âis fully prepared alert and committed to dealing with emerging challenges through a planned phased and goaloriented strategy aimed at further strengthening law and order across the stateâHe reiterated that maintaining peace public safety and a strong lawandorder system will remain his topmost priorityHaryana Police he said will function as a cohesive and professional team ensuring accountability sensitivity and citizencentric policingDGP Singhal said the newlyintroduced criminal laws have been framed in accordance with the needs of a modern and progressive IndiaâThese laws aim to make the justice delivery system more efficient faster and victimcentric Haryana Police will implement these provisions effectively to make policing more proactive technologydriven and resultorientedâStrengthening public trust in the police remains a key priority The DGP announced that the grievance redressal mechanism will be made fully automated and more robust Complaints will be monitored through digital platforms to ensure timebound fair and qualitative resolutionHe said the stateâs conviction rate has already reached around 7273 per cent and focussed efforts will be made to further improve it towards the goal of 100 per centHighlighting womenâs safety as a priority area the DGP said a comprehensive and focussed strategy would be implemented to prevent crimes against womenTechnologyenabled surveillance will be strengthened and crimeprone hotspots will be scientifically identified for targeted interventions Special emphasis will also be placed on the protection of Dalits marginalised and vulnerable sections ensuring swift and strict action in cases of crimes against them IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/1992-batch-ips-officer-singhal-takes-charge-as-haryana-dgp-656580.html Fri, 02 Jan 2026 06:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/two-terror-associates-arrested-in-jampks-ganderbal-arms-ammunition-and-cash-recovered-656590.html Srinagar Jan 1 Two terror associates including a woman have been arrested in JampKs Ganderbal district and arms ammunition and Rs 84 lakh cash were recovered from their possession police said on Thursday In a major breakthrough Jammu and Kashmir Police District Ganderbal successfully recovered arms ammunition and cash amounting to Rs 840500 and arrested 02 Persons during a lateevening operation a police statement said adding that the recovery was made by personnel of the Ganderbal police station in coordination with the Special Operations Group SOG near Gundrehman BridgeIt said that the police party acting on specific inputs intercepted a load carrier bearing registration number JK15B7309 during naka checking and upon its thorough search the following items were recovered from the possession of the accused one Chinese pistol one pistol magazine 4 pistol rounds 2 hand grenades and cash Rs 840500The accused have been identified as Ghulam Nabi Mir son of Mohammad Subhan Mir resident of Hajin Bandipora district and Shabnum Nazir daughter of Nazir Ahmad Ganie resident of Shalabugh GanderbalA case under relevant sections of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act and the Arms Act has been registered at the Ganderbal police station and further investigation is underway to ascertain the source motive and possible linkages related to the recovered arms ammunition and cashGanderbal police remains committed to maintaining peace and security in the district and urges the public to cooperate and share any information related to antinational or criminal activities the statement saidIn their revised strategy JampK Police and the security forces have been carrying out aggressive antiterrorist operations targeting terrorists their associates overground workers OGWs and sympathisersThe coordinated efforts are aimed at dismantling the complete support system of terrorists rather than going after the gunwielding terrorists onlyDrug smugglers drug peddlers and those involved in the hawala money racket are also on the scanner of the security forces It is believed that the funds generated by these activities are finally used to sustain terrorism in JampK IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/two-terror-associates-arrested-in-jampks-ganderbal-arms-ammunition-and-cash-recovered-656590.html Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/263-people-held-over-1-300-cases-filed-for-traffic-violations-during-new-years-celebrations-in-kolkata-656602.html Kolkata Jan 1 A total of 263 people were arrested and around 1301 cases were filed for traffic violations during the New Years celebrations in Kolkata police said on Thursday According to Kolkata Police sources to maintain the law and order on the New Years Eve an active operation was conducted across the city resulting in the arrest of 263 people for various offences A large quantity of prohibited items was also recovered during the operation Nearly four kg of illegal firecrackers were seized by the police officials said Additionally 1695 litres of illegal liquor were confiscated from various parts of the cityBesides maintaining the law and order the Kolkata Police also kept a close watch on the citys traffic management on New Years Eve Traffic checks were conducted throughout the night to prevent accidents and ensure public safety officials added Cases were filed against several drivers for violating traffic laws while driving cars and motorcyclesAccording to data shared by the Kolkata Traffic Police a total of 1301 incidents of traffic violations were recorded on New Years Eve The highest number of violations involved triple riding 235 cases Action was taken against 480 people for riding motorcycles without helmets officials said A total of 178 cases were filed for reckless driving in Kolkata Nearly 149 people were caught driving under the influence of alcohol officials added Additionally 259 more cases were registered for various other traffic violationsThe Kolkata Police said that this strict surveillance and active operation helped prevent any major untoward incidents in the city on New Years Eve The police added that with the cooperation of the general public law and order and traffic management were largely kept under control It has been announced that such strict measures will be maintained in the future to ensure the safety of the citys residents at the beginning of the New Year The surveillance will continue across the city later this month in view of the Gangasagar Mela camps Republic Day celebrations and the International Kolkata Book Fair IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/263-people-held-over-1-300-cases-filed-for-traffic-violations-during-new-years-celebrations-in-kolkata-656602.html Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/celebrate-new-year-responsibly-says-ktaka-home-minister-656421.html Bengaluru Dec 31 Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Wednesday appealed to the public to celebrate the New Year responsibly and also stated that security has been enhanced Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru Parameshwara said âCelebrate the New Year with responsibility âCelebrate responsiblyâ is the message we want to give today and the Bengaluru Police have taken steps accordingly We will ensure everyoneâs safety and see that the New Year is celebrated peacefullyââWe have taken several measures and steps and informed the public as well We have appealed and requested people to celebrate but peacefully That is our appeal to the people of Bengaluruâ he saidParameshwara said the police have identified 150 locations across Bengaluru for checks âCelebrations will be allowed up to a certain limit Once it crosses that limit it becomes difficult People who drive will lose reflexes and will not be able to drive properly which can result in accidents Unnecessarily they may lose their lives and also pose a threat to othersâ he saidâIf such activities are controlled for a few days we will be saving lives In this backdrop these exercises are necessary When there is overcrowding it has to be viewed from multiple angles including the threat of terrorism With all this in mind the Bengaluru Police are prepared to take actionâ he saidHe said police personnel have been strictly instructed to wear bodyworn cameras âEverything will be recorded and directly connected to the command centre If extra force is required it will be deployed All arrangements have been made systematically and scientificallyâ he saidParameshwara said bars have been given specific timings âThey have been instructed to close by 1 am If they do not comply cases will be registered against themâ he saidâWe have imposed restrictions in certain areas where people celebrate openly on the streets In Bengaluru many people come from outside the city to celebrate the New Year and locals often become a minority Naturally people drink celebrate and greet each other At midnight when crowds gather to exchange wishes there can be pushing and jostling which may lead to other incidents Keeping this in mind the police have taken precautionary measuresâ he saidSpeaking on governance Parameshwara said âBy 2026 Karnataka should become a model state There may be some aberrations but we must deliver good governance We have made several promises and all of them must be fulfilled We have performed well in the last twoandahalf years and the next twoandahalf years should reflect even better governanceâCommenting on a BJP delegation visiting the demolition site at Kogilu Layout in Bengaluru amid the demolition row he said âLet them go and see Instead of politicising the issue they should give suggestions to the government We have taken steps in the interest of poor people If they want to make it political we are ready Whenever poor people are given houses or benefits the opposition raises such issuesââThey do not like it when poor people who are sufferers are helped Yes the land was occupied unauthorisedly Now they have been evicted and on humanitarian grounds the government is rehabilitating them What is wrong with that Sometimes they claim outsiders or Pakistanis have come I do not think any responsible person would make such commentsâ he saidAnswering another question Parameshwara said an investigation by the National Investigation Agency NIA was not required âOur state is capable of handling this matter Both are opposition leaders and they have a certain responsibility Making such comments without proper information or documentation is not responsibleâ he said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/celebrate-new-year-responsibly-says-ktaka-home-minister-656421.html Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/kolkata-police-tighten-security-for-new-year-celebrations-656426.html Kolkata Dec 31 A day after recovering arms and ammunition from two locations in the city Kolkata Police have stepped up security and surveillance ahead of New Yearâs celebrations A Kolkata Police official said on Wednesday that officers will remain extra vigilant throughout the day as well as for the midnight celebrations The Standard Operating Procedure SOP which was issued ahead of Christmas celebrations will remain in place till SundayAccording to police this has been done to ensure the festivities conclude without any untoward incident Special focus will be laid on checking drunk and rash driving especially by motorbikesApproximately 2000 police personnel will be deployed on the streets of Kolkata during the New Year celebrations Senior officers including Deputy Commissioner Assistant Commissioner and Inspector rank officials will be stationed at various locationsPark Street in central Kolkata is beautifully decorated with lights during the New Year celebrations It draws a huge crowd every year The city police are taking precautions to prevent any disorder during the celebrations this year tooIn addition to plainclothes police officers a special team of women police officers called Winners will be on duty there Four to five watchtowers have been installed in the Park Street area Quick Response Teams QRT and Heavy Radio Flying Squads HRFS will also be present at Park StreetSecurity will also be reinforced at the Zoological Garden in Alipore Victoria Memorial Indian Museum Maidan Prinsep Ghat and Millennium Park Surveillance will be monitored from Lalbazar and Naka checks will be conducted at various places to prevent drunk driving Surveillance will also be maintained in the metro servicesOn Tuesday the Kolkata Polices Special Task Force STF recovered multiple firearms and arrested two persons in this connection According to the police acting on a tipoff STF officers detained two young men from Strand Road in Central Kolkata The recovered firearms included a singleshot pistol a 7mm pistol and improvised firearmsAdditionally 20 to 22 rounds of ammunition were recovered Meanwhile another person was arrested in connection with a similar incident in the Alipore area in south Kolkata Around 11 firearms were recovered from him IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/kolkata-police-tighten-security-for-new-year-celebrations-656426.html Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/delhi-assembly-opens-its-doors-for-crpf-jawans-their-families-656324.html New Delhi Dec 30 Interacting with visiting CRPF personnel Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Tuesday praised them for operating in some of the most challenging security environments forming the backbone of Indiaâs internal security During the meeting with jawans and officers of the 103rd Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force CRPF held in the presence of their families and children Gupta highlighted the forceâs vital contributions in countering militancy and insurgency addressing Left Wing ExtremismThe Speaker also appreciated their role in ensuring security during elections protecting vital installations and dignitaries and assisting civil authorities during emergencies and natural calamitiesHe also acknowledged the CRPFâs participation in United Nations peacekeeping missions underscoring Indiaâs commitment to global peace and stabilityDuring the interaction the Deputy Commandant Assistant Commandant and other officers of the 103rd Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force were also presentGupta specially acknowledged the service of CRPF personnel who have previously served in challenging regions such as Jammu and Kashmir Dantewada Sukma Bijapur and other sensitive areas commending their dedication courage and professionalism while operating under demanding conditionsGupta highlighted the historic significance of the Delhi Vidhan Sabha noting that the institution dates back to 1911 when the Third Delhi Durbar marked King George Vs announcement of the transfer of the capital from Calcutta to DelhiHe noted that the Assembly has evolved over 113 years with early nationalist leaders such as Gopal Krishna Gokhale and Lala Lajpat Rai raising Indian concerns in legislative forums during the colonial periodRecalling the impact of the Rowlatt Act the Jallianwala Bagh massacre of 1919 and Indiaâs substantial contribution during the First World War the Speaker noted that the Central Hall of the Assembly has hosted several defining moments including the first convocation of Delhi University in 1923 and the passage of significant legislation in 1925He stated that although legislative proceedings shifted after the completion of the new Parliament building in 1927 the Delhi Vidhan Sabha remains a living symbol of Indiaâs democratic heritage and constitutional journeyAs part of the programme the jawans and officers were given a guided tour of the Assembly House during which they were familiarised with its functioning traditions and parliamentary heritageThe families of the CRPF personnel also participated in the tour where they were acquainted with the 113yearold legislative heritage of the Delhi Vidhan Sabha and its role in Indiaâs constitutional and democratic journeyOn the occasion the Speaker also presented a Coffee Table Book titled âDelhi Legislative Assembly presents ShatabdiYatra Veer Vithalbhai Patelâ as a mementoDescribing the publication as a significant historical document he said the book chronicles Indiaâs parliamentary journey from 1925 to 2025 capturing a century of legislative evolution and democratic transformation through rare archival photographs historic documents and defining moments of parliamentary historyThe Speaker noted that Vice President CP Radhakrishnan inaugurated the Coffee Table Book which was also presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscoring its national significance and paying tribute to the enduring legacy of Veer Vithalbhai Patel whose leadership laid the foundation of Indiaâs modern parliamentary traditions IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/delhi-assembly-opens-its-doors-for-crpf-jawans-their-families-656324.html Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-cik-cracks-down-on-digital-propaganda-ring-656332.html Srinagar Dec 30 The CounterIntelligence Wing Kashmir CIK on Tuesday cracked down on the digital propaganda ring as the NIA court declared the accused as absconding A CIK statement claimed that in a decisive action against antinational propaganda and secessionist misinformation the CIK has tightened the noose around a digital network involved in spreading destabilising content across social media platformsâThe Special Judge designated under the NIA Act in Srinagar has proclaimed under Section 82 of the Code of Criminal Procedure CrPC against the accused persons in FIR No 072020 registered by CIKâ it saidIt said that the case involves serious offences under Sections 153A and 505 of the IPC along with Section 13 of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act UAPAâThe FIR was lodged following credible intelligence inputs indicating a coordinated conspiracy by antinational and antisocial elements operating at the behest of secessionist forces within and outside the Kashmir Valleyâ it saidThe CIK added that the investigations revealed that the accused were posing as journalists freelancers and news portals while systematically misusing social media platforms such as Facebook X and WhatsAppâThese platforms were allegedly used to circulate fake exaggerated and misleading narratives aimed at inciting street violence disturbing public order damaging public property and fostering disaffection against the Union of Indiaâ it addedThe CIK further pointed out that the accused were actively disseminating content prejudicial to the sovereignty and integrity of India with the intent to fuel unrest and advance a secessionist agendaâFollowing the issuance of arrest warrants all three went underground and are currently abscondingâ it saidTaking serious note of their deliberate evasion of the law the CIK said that the Special NIA Court has directed the accused to appear before it on or before January 31 2026 âThe court has warned that failure to comply will invite proceedings under Section 83 CrPC including attachment of propertyâ it saidThe CIK said that despite being declared absconders the accused are continuing their activities on social media persisting with hostile and provocative propaganda aimed at destabilising peace in Jammu and KashmirâCounter Intelligence Kashmir has reiterated its firm resolve to act against antinational propaganda digital subversion and misuse of social media warning that such activities will be dealt with strictly in accordance with lawâ it said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-cik-cracks-down-on-digital-propaganda-ring-656332.html Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bihar-govt-tightens-security-ahead-of-new-year-celebrations-656333.html Patna Dec 30 The Bihar government and state police will maintain strict vigilance against anyone attempting to disrupt the law and order in the state during the New Year celebrations Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit chaired a highlevel review meeting on Tuesday with all District Magistrates DMs and Superintendents of Police SPs to ensure a peaceful and secure environment across the stateThe meeting was conducted via video conferencing and focused primarily on maintaining effective law and order on December 31 and January 1 2026Addressing the officials the Chief Secretary issued clear instructions for the strict enforcement of law and order during the festive periodHe directed district administrations to maintain special vigilance at crowded areas public places markets major intersections parks and picnic spotsImmediate and effective action must be taken in case of any untoward incident disturbance or dispute Chief Secretary Amrit saidTo further strengthen security arrangements Chief Secretary Amrit instructed that CCTV cameras be installed at all sensitive and identified locations and that the functionality of existing cameras be regularly monitoredIn view of the prevailing cold wave he also directed district authorities to make adequate arrangements for bonfires for people in needEmphasising the importance of health services Chief Secretary Amrit instructed officials to inspect hospitals to ensure the availability of blankets for patients and the timely presence of medical staffAdequate police deployment was also ordered at tourist spots and public gathering areas to avoid any security lapsesDuring the meeting Bihar Director General of Police DGP Vinay Kumar also said that alcohol and drug consumption tends to increase among youth during the New Year celebrations which could affect law and order in the stateThe police were directed to conduct regular raids wherever information regarding illegal liquor or drugs is received and to take strict action against offenders DGP Kumar addedThe DGP also directed that adequate police force be deployed at pilgrimage sites due to the expected increase in devoteesSenior police officers were directed to brief and debrief their subordinates properly to ensure clarity of duties and responsibilitiesSpecial emphasis was laid on monitoring biker gangs which often become active during such occasionsThe CCTV surveillance in streets intersections and sensitive areas was highlighted as a key preventive measureAdditionally instructions were issued to launch deaddiction awareness campaigns at the block district school and institutional levels to encourage public cooperationIntensive checking and frisking operations were ordered in border areas to prevent the smuggling of drugs and illegal weapons and immediate questioning of suspicious individuals was mandatedThe meeting was attended by Development Commissioner Mihir Kumar Singh Additional Director General Law and Order Pankaj Darad and other senior officialsIt was concluded that with coordinated efforts across all districts peace security and law and order will be effectively maintained in Bihar during the New Year celebrations IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bihar-govt-tightens-security-ahead-of-new-year-celebrations-656333.html Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:54:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-army-to-showcase-unique-animal-force-at-republic-day-parade-656357.html New Delhi Dec 30 The Indian Army while rapidly modernising with cuttingedge technology continues to strengthen its capabilities by blending tradition with innovation This unique approach will be on full display at the upcoming Republic Day parade where for the first time doublehumped Bactrian camels and Zanskari ponies will march along Kartavya Path symbolising resilience and adaptability in extreme terrainsThe Remount Veterinary Corps RVC contingent will be one of the main attractions of the parade The contingent will be led by a woman officer in which will add to the significance of the parade This will mark another milestone in the Indian Armyâs evolving leadership landscapeFor the first time doublehumped Bactrian camels will participate in the Republic Day parade These camels have been inducted into the Indian Army for lastmile logistics delivery and patrol duties in the cold desert of eastern Ladakh close to the Line of Actual Control LACOver the past two years Bactrian camels have proven to be invaluable in some of the harshest operational environments They can comfortably operate at altitudes ranging from 15000 to 18000 feet carry loads of 150â200 kilograms and function efficiently in temperatures as low as minus 20 degrees CelsiusApart from logistics they are also used for longrange patrols in terrain inaccessible to vehiclesIn the initial phase more than a dozen Bactrian camels have already been inducted into service During the parade two Bactrian camels will be seen marching on Kartavya Pathâpossibly the first time these animals will be seen in DelhiTraditionally found in Mongolia and Central Asia these camels are believed to have reached Ladakh centuries ago via the ancient Silk Route and are now bred in Hunder village of the Nubra ValleyAlongside the camels four Zanskari ponies mules will also march during the parade These ponies which are widely used by local communities in Ladakh have gradually been inducted into the Army over the last two years due to their âexceptional enduranceâThese ponies can carry over 70 kilograms of load operate smoothly at altitudes of up to 18000 feet and survive temperatures as low as minus 40 degrees CelsiusThe role of the ponies has been crucial in maintaining supply lines in remote and rugged areas Normally mechanised transport is not feasible in such areas so these animals are useful thereAccording to reports the DRDOâs Defence Institute of High Altitude Research DIHAR in Leh in collaboration with the Armyâs Remount Veterinary Corps conducted extensive research on both Bactrian camels and Zanskari ponies before formally inducting them into military serviceApart from this the RVC contingent will also showcase a unique blend of traditional and modern warfare capabilities To counter enemy drones trained eagles have been introduced as part of an innovative antidrone strategy These birds are capable of reconnaissance and can intercept small drones midair Four such eagles will be on display during the Republic Day paradeIn fact these eagles had been showcased for the first time during the IndiaâUS joint military exercise âYudh Abhyasâ in 2022 This exercise was held in Auli UttarakhandSimilarly the Army Dog Squad will also participate in the parade Around 10 military dogs including some Indian breeds will participate These breeds include Mudhol Hound Rampur Hound Chippiparai Kombai and Rajapalayam Three conventional foreign breeds will also be thereThis yearâs Republic Day parade will not only celebrate military might but also showcase sustainable and innovative methods that support soldiers in some of the worldâs toughest conditions IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-army-to-showcase-unique-animal-force-at-republic-day-parade-656357.html Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/shahbag-movement-leader-appeals-for-peace-return-of-sonar-bangla-in-bangladesh-656360.html Kolkata Dec 30 The persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh continues unabated An atmosphere of fear prevails and the killing of Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das has not brought the violence to an end in the South Asian countryAmid the helpless state of affairs in Bangladesh the Sanatani Sansad held a press conference at the Kolkata Press Club on Tuesday presenting instances of several Hindus who had taken refuge in India either on medical visas or through other means after fearing for their lives in the neighbouring countryAmong them was Bappaditya Basu a prominent face of the 2023 Shahbag movement in Bangladesh who had demanded for the restoration of Sonar Bangla golden BengalI have been living in hiding for the last fourteen months Ansarullah Bangla organisation had threatened to kill me I do not know whether I will see the sun tomorrow after speaking out today I came to this country on a medical visa But I and people like me who are currently in this country and this state want to return to our homeland Basu said at the press conferenceAt the same time Basu appealed that since Hindus like him have taken shelter here due to religious persecution the Central government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi should consider granting them citizenship under the Citizenship Amendment Act CAACalling upon the intellectual community of West Bengal to stand by them he said The situation in Bangladesh today is worse than during the 1971 Liberation War The current situation must end and peace should be established once again We want a Sonar BanglaBharatiya Janata Party BJP leader Shankudev Panda said The BJP stands with the persecuted Hindus of Bangladesh They must apply through Sanatani Sansad following the legal process for the demand of citizenshipThose present at the press conference were the organisations President Gobinda Das General Secretary and Journalist Raktim Das Professor Mohit Roy Advocate Joydeep Mukhopadhyay among others IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/shahbag-movement-leader-appeals-for-peace-return-of-sonar-bangla-in-bangladesh-656360.html Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/multiple-firearms-seized-from-two-places-in-kolkata-ahead-of-new-year-celebrations-656362.html Kolkata Dec 30 The Kolkata Polices Special Task Force STF on Tuesday recovered multiple firearms and arrested two persons in connection with it police said According to the police acting on a tipoff officers of STF detained two youths from the Strand Road in KolkataSeveral firearms were seized which were in the possession of the accused duo Following the recovery of firearms questions have been raised about the origin of these weapons and their intended destination Police have launched an investigation into the matter The two youths were later arrestedAccording to a senior Kolkata Police officer the two accused youths were carrying large bags After detaining the accused duo the police officers opened their bags which were filled with firearms following which they were subsequently arrested under the Arms ActThe recovered firearms include a singleshot pistol a 7mm pistol and improvised firearms Additionally 20 to 22 rounds of ammunition were recoveredMeanwhile another man has been arrested in connection with a similar incident in Alipore area in Kolkata The arrested individual has been identified as Rajesh Kumar Sau According to police sources the accused is an acquaintance of a Bharatiya Janata Party BJP leader Nearly 11 firearms have been recovered from him The police are questioning to find out more about the recovered firearmsIt may be noted that since Christmas the city of Kolkata has been under tight security Strict surveillance is being maintained especially in areas where large crowds gather to celebrate the festive seasonRecently several incidents of shootings have occurred in various parts of West Bengal Last month a shooting took place in Kasba area of Kolkata where a youth was left injured Earlier miscreants had fired gunshots in front of the house of Trinamool Congress Councillor Sushanta Kumar Ghosh in the same area of ââKasbaShootings are also frequently reported in various districts including Malda and Murshidabad Now with the recovery of these firearms in Kolkata just before the New Year celebrations questions have been raised about the availability of firearms in the city IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/multiple-firearms-seized-from-two-places-in-kolkata-ahead-of-new-year-celebrations-656362.html Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/nia-court-issues-proclamation-notice-against-ex-kcci-chief-two-others-in-2020-uapa-case-656365.html Srinagar Dec 30 A National Investigation Agency NIA court in Jammu and Kashmirs Srinagar city on Tuesday issued a proclamation notice against the former Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industries KCCI President Mubeen Shah and two others in a 2020 Unlawful Activities Prevention Act UAPA case against them the central agency officials said The NIA court asked them to appear before the court on January 31 2026Officials said that the court has directed accused Mubeen Shah Azizul Hassan Ashai and Rifat Wani to present themselves before it on January 31 or face stringent action including attachment of property under CrPC Section 83Officials added that the case was registered under Sections 153A promoting enmity or hatred between different groups and Section 505 statements conducing public mischief of the IPC and Section 13 of the UAPAThe Counter Intelligence Kashmir registered the case on the basis of credible intelligence inputs revealing a wellorchestrated conspiracy by unscrupulous antisocial and antinational elements operating at the behest of secessionist forces within and outside the ValleyInvestigation has exposed that these elements were masquerading as news portals journalists and freelancers while in reality weaponising social media platforms such as Facebook X and WhatsApp to create upload and circulate fake motivated exaggerated secessionist and outofcontext contentThe deliberate objective of this digital misinformation campaign was to incite street violence disrupt normal life damage public property disturb public order and fuel mass unrest thereby promoting antinational sentiments and advancing a secessionist agenda aimed at creating disaffection against the Union of IndiaThe accused were found to be actively propagating content prejudicial to the sovereignty and integrity of India spreading false and fabricated narratives with the clear intent of instigating disaffection against the Union of India Officials saidWarrants of arrest were issued against the accused persons who went underground and are absconding to evade the process of law Taking serious note of their deliberate evasion the court has now issued a proclamation under Section 82 CrPC directing the accused to appear before it on or before January 31 2026Failure to comply will invite stringent proceedings under Section 83 CrPC including attachment of propertyDespite being declared absconders the accused are notorious for their continued hostile activities and remain highly active on social media platforms where they persist in peddling false fabricated and provocative content with the intention of inciting largescale violence and destabilising public order in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir Officials addedThe three accused persons belonging to Kashmir are now based in the US and GermanyThey have been booked for allegedly weaponising social media platforms to incite street violence disrupt normal life damage public property disturb public order and fuel mass unrest IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/nia-court-issues-proclamation-notice-against-ex-kcci-chief-two-others-in-2020-uapa-case-656365.html Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/chennai-on-high-alert-25-000-cops-deployed-for-new-years-eve-celebrations-656379.html Chennai Dec 31 Chennai will witness heightened security measures on New Yearâs Eve with more than 25000 police personnel deployed across the city and its suburbs to ensure a safe and incidentfree celebration The extensive security arrangement involving personnel from the Greater Chennai Police Tambaram City Police and Avadi City Police will be supported by drones CCTV surveillance and special monitoring teamsAccording to official sources nearly 19000 police personnel will be deployed within the Greater Chennai Police limits while 3000 personnel each will be stationed in the Tambaram and Avadi police jurisdictions In addition 1500 Home Guards will assist with crowd management traffic regulation and emergency responsePolice authorities have issued a strong advisory urging the public to cooperate with security personnel and adhere strictly to safety norms Special emphasis has been laid on preventing drunken driving reckless riding and unruly behaviour during celebrationsEstablishments serving alcohol have been warned to ensure the safety of women patrons and entry of minors into such premises has been strictly prohibitedAs part of safety measures beaches across Chennai and its suburbs including Marina Santhome Elliots Neelangarai Panaiyur and Kovalam will remain closed to the public from Wednesday evening until January 1 2026The bursting of firecrackers has also been completely banned in public places and residential areas Residents planning celebrations in apartment complexes must obtain prior permission from the police and concerned civic authorities especially for the use of loudspeakersTo curb drunken driving and racing over 500 vehicle checkposts have been established across Chennai Tambaram and Avadi In Chennai alone 425 vehicle inspection teams will be on duty while Tambaram city limits will have 60 dedicated teams monitoring traffic violations and drunken driving Additional patrol teams on twowheelers will provide assistance and enhance visibility in vulnerable areasThe Tamil Nadu Police in coordination with the Coast Guard and Marina Beach Lifeguards have also stepped up coastal securityWarning boards have been erected and ambulances with medical personnel will be stationed near popular locations to handle emergencies Police officials reiterated that these measures are aimed at ensuring a safe peaceful and incidentfree New Year celebration for all residents and visitors in Chennai IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/chennai-on-high-alert-25-000-cops-deployed-for-new-years-eve-celebrations-656379.html Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/tn-governor-begins-5-day-visit-to-ooty-extensive-security-arrangements-in-place-656380.html Chennai Dec 31 Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi has embarked on a fiveday visit to the Nilgiris with extensive security arrangements put in place across the hill district The visit comes after a twoday conference of ViceChancellors of State Universities held on April 25 and 26 at Raj Bhavan Lok Bhavan in Ooty which was presided over by the Governor and focused on reforms and quality enhancement in higher education Although the Governor had earlier planned to visit Ooty earlier this month the trip was postponed due to administrative reasons He resumed his travel schedule on Tuesday embarking on a road journey from Rameswaram to Coimbatore Governor Ravi reached the Government Guest House at Race Course Road Coimbatore at around 1010 pm on Tuesday and stayed there overnight This morning the Governor departed by road at around 7 am and will reach Lok Bhavan in Ooty where he is scheduled to stay during the course of his visit During his stay he is expected to hold informal interactions and also visit select locations in and around the hill town Sources said the visit is largely official in nature though the Governor is also expected to spend time with family members during his stay According to the itinerary Governor Ravi will leave Ooty early on Friday at around 5 am and travel by road to Coimbatore from where he will fly to Chennai to attend official engagements He is scheduled to return to Coimbatore again on the 3rd of the month and proceed to Ooty by road After completing the remaining engagements he will return to Chennai from Coimbatore by air on January 4 In view of the Governorâs visit elaborate security arrangements have been put in place across Ooty and along the travel routes More than 500 police personnel have been deployed to ensure foolproof security with special focus on traffic regulation route security and crowd management Senior police officials are overseeing the arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the visit The visit has drawn attention in the Nilgiris district with authorities maintaining heightened vigil throughout the Governorâs stay IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/tn-governor-begins-5-day-visit-to-ooty-extensive-security-arrangements-in-place-656380.html Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/army-constructs-double-storey-homestay-in-remote-border-village-of-arunachal-656170.html Itanagar Dec 29 The Indian Army constructed a homestay at the border village of Taksing under Vibrant Village Program through âOperation Sadbhavnaâ in Arunachal Pradeshâs Upper Subansiri District officials said on Monday Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said that as part of an initiative towards border area development the Indian Army under âOperation Sadbhavnaâ has constructed a doublestorey homestay at the remote border village of Taksing in Upper Subansiri district of Arunachal Pradesh He said that the facility has been dedicated to the local community under the Vibrant Village Programme According to the defence spokesman the project has been executed by the Spearhead Division of Spear Corps to strengthen community welfare generate sustainable livelihood opportunities and promote border tourism in the region The homestay is expected to provide a reliable source of income to residents while improving tourism infrastructure in this strategically important border area he said According to Lt Col Rawat the initiative has been warmly appreciated by the local villagers who acknowledged the Indian Armyâs continued efforts towards inclusive development and civilmilitary cooperation in remote and border regions This endeavour reflects the spirit of âSeema Suraksha ke Saath Sabka Vikas amp Sabka Vishwas security of borders along with development for all and trust of allâ reinforcing the Indian Armyâs commitment not only to safeguarding the nationâs borders but also to contributing meaningfully to the socioeconomic development of border communities the spokesman said Indian Armyâs âOperation Sadbhavanaâ Goodwill is a longrunning militaryled civic action program primarily in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh as well as in Northeastern region focused on winning hearts and minds by addressing socioeconomic needs through education Army Goodwill Schools healthcare medical camps infrastructure development water power roads and empowering womenyouth via vocational training counteracting alienation and fostering national integration IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/army-constructs-double-storey-homestay-in-remote-border-village-of-arunachal-656170.html Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jaipur-to-witness-grand-army-day-parade-outside-military-area-for-first-time-rajasthan-cm--656131.html Jaipur Dec 29 IANS Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Tuesday that the Indian Army is the pride and glory of every Indian citizen due to the Armys valour sacrifice and dedication so that the nation remains safe and securenbspHe said that for the first time a grand and historic Army Day Parade will be held in Jaipur outside the boundaries of the military cantonment The parade will take place on January 15 on Mahal Road JagatpuranbspnbspThe Chief Minister appealed to citizens across the state to participate in large numbers to witness and learn about the heroic legacy of the Indian ArmySharma was presiding over a review meeting at the Chief Ministers Office on Monday to assess preparations for the 78th Army Day celebrations He directed officials to complete all necessary arrangements promptly to ensure the event is conducted smoothly and on a grand scalenbspInstructions were issued regarding seating arrangements transportation traffic management parking facilities and security at the parade venue Army officials informed the Chief Minister that the main parade will be held on January 15 while rehearsals will be open to the general public on January 9 11 and 13He further stated that the Army Day Parade is not only a moment of pride for Jaipur but for the entire state of Rajasthan providing an opportunity for citizens to express gratitude for the unwavering patriotism of the soldiersnbspApproximately 15 lakh people are expected to witness the parade and rehearsals each day The Chief Minister instructed officials to make special arrangements for school and college students womens groups exservicemen and the general publicnbspHe emphasised close coordination with the Army to ensure seamless execution of all events The parade will further strengthen the bond of trust respect and connection between the Indian Army and citizensnbspHighlights include flypasts by fighter jets and helicopters a ceremonial march past and displays of missiles tanks drone technology and modern warfare capabilitiesnbspThe Nepal Army Band will also participate in the parade The Chief Minister announced that Shaurya Sandhya 2026 will be organised at SMS Stadium on January 15 with a rehearsal scheduled for January 10nbspThe event will feature the release of a firstday cover honouring of martyrs families demonstrations of traditional martial arts and a grand light and sound show on Operation SindoorA spectacular drone show involving 1000 drones using advanced technology will also be presented Additionally the Know Your Army exhibition will be held from January 8 to 12 2026 at the Bhawani Niketan College campus on Sikar RoadnbspCitizens will get a firsthand look at the Armys modern weapon systems and defence technologies during the exhibitionnbspChief Secretary V Srinivas Army Commander of Sapta Shakti Command Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh Director General of Police Rajiv Kumar Sharma along with senior officers from the state government and the Indian Army were present at the meetingnbsp https://dailyworld.in/security/jaipur-to-witness-grand-army-day-parade-outside-military-area-for-first-time-rajasthan-cm--656131.html Mon, 29 Dec 2025 23:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/southern-star-awwa-chief-komal-seth-hails-work-of-armys-artificial-limb-centre-656147.html Pune Dec 29 Komal Seth Regional President Southern Star AWWA visited the Artificial Limb Centre Pune on Monday and appreciated the work being done by it for the amputees an official of the Indian Armyâs Southern Command said âShe commended the dedicated team at ALC for restoring mobility confidence and dignity to the amputees reflecting the spirit of resilience that defines the fraternityâ an official said on XâRegional President Southern Star AWWA felicitated the battle casualties and inaugurated a statue of a Blade Runner on ALC Cross Road The statue is a symbol that celebrates the spirit of amputee Paralympians of the Armed Forces and depicts speed courage and the will to rise higher after every setbackâ the official saidThe visit of the RPA reaffirmed Southern Star AWWAâs mission to stand beside soldiers and families at every stage fostering care capability and confidence through empathy and compassiondriven initiatives it saidArmy Wives Welfare Associationâs AWWA chapter for the Indian Armys Southern Command is a vibrant organisation focused on welfare empowerment and community building for army families in Southern India especially in PuneEarlier as part of the Armyâs commitment to nurturing holistic growth and shaping responsible confident and capable future leaders the Southern Command hosted Naib Subedar Jasmine World Boxing Championship Gold Medallist said an official on X on December 27The boxer interacted with children and their parents from the Agnibaaz Division delivering a powerful motivational session on the value of sports discipline and a healthy lifestyle said the officialShe encouraged the young audience to dream big persevere through challenges and believe in their potential Sharing moving glimpses from her own journey she engaged warmly with the children answering questions offering guidance and inspiring confidenceEarlier the Ministry of Defence in its post shared on social media handle highlighted the power of Archer Subedar Tarundeep Rai Padma Shri awardee of the 58 Gorkha RiflesâAcross his 28yearlong journey as an archer he reveals how military discipline relentless training tough setbacks and a deep sense of service shaped him to dream and achieve big This is not just a sports story itâs a lesson in endurance and commitment to the Tricolourâ said the Ministry in a post on Sunday IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/southern-star-awwa-chief-komal-seth-hails-work-of-armys-artificial-limb-centre-656147.html Mon, 29 Dec 2025 23:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bangladesh-reports-71-blasphemy-linked-attacks-on-hindus-from-june-dec-report-655989.html Dhaka Dec 28 At least 71 incidents related to blasphemy allegations against Hindu minorities were reported in Bangladesh from JuneDecember this year Human Rights Congress for Bangladesh Minorities HRCBM said in a report The HRCBM documented cases from more than 30 districts including Chandpur Chattogram Dinajpur Lalmonirhat Sunamganj Khulna Comilla Gazipur Tangail and Sylhet according to the report Rights group said that the spread and similarity of these cases showcase systemic vulnerability of minorities to religiously framed allegations rather than isolated incidentsAccording to the report blasphemy allegations in Bangladesh frequently led to police action mob violence and punishmentOn June 19 Tamal Baidya 22 was arrested in Barishals Agljhara over alleged derogatory remarks about Prophet Muhammad according to a report in Thailandbased Page 3 NewsAfter three days Shanto Sutradhar 24 faced protests and unrest in Chandpurs Matlab after facing similar allegationsA report in Page 3 News said One of the most violent episodes was reported on July 27 when Ranjan Roy 17 was arrested in Betgari Union Rangpur Following his detention 22 Hindu homes were vandalised highlighting how accusations often escalate beyond the individual to target entire communities Overall the report lists 71 distinct incidents including police arrests and FIRs mob beatings vandalism of Hindu homes suspensions and expulsions from educational institutions and deaths following mob attacks between June 2025 and December 2025It notes that over 90 per cent of the named accused are Hindu including minors as young as 15 to 17 years The HRCBM says many cases stem from alleged Facebook posts which are often disputed fabricated or traced to hacked accounts Other incidents are based on verbal accusations made without forensic verification In several cases arrests were carried out under mob pressure even before any formal investigation it addedA number of complaints were lodged under the Cyber Security Act especially against students Universities and colleges with students such as Pranaya Kundu PUST Bikorno Das Divvya Tonoy Roy Khulna University and Apurbo Pal North South University facing suspension expulsion or police action after allegations of insulting IslamOn December 18 Dipu Chandra Das 30 was beaten to death and his body set on fire by a mob in Bhaluka over allegations of blasphemyA report in Thailandbased Page 3 News stated Human rights observers quoted in the HRCBM report stress that the recurring pattern â social media accusations rapid arrests mob mobilisation and targeting of Hindu localities â suggests blasphemy allegations are increasingly being used as a trigger for persecution intimidation and social exclusion The report concludes that minors and economically vulnerable individuals are disproportionately affected and warns that without accountability and safeguards such accusations will continue to endanger minority communities in BangladeshOn December 19 a leading international human rights organisation condemned the recent series of âhorrific extremistâ violent incidents that occurred across Bangladesh In its statement Justice Makers Bangladesh in France JMBF stated that coordinated attacks at multiple locations on Thursday nights demonstrated that Bangladesh has plunged into a state of extreme insecurity and has gravely failed to fulfill its fundamental responsibilitiesThese attacks targeted the offices of the countryâs leading newspapers Prothom Alo and The Daily Star the national cultural institution Chhayanaut members of minority communities the remaining structures of the Bangabandhu Museumâan important symbol of the nationâs history and the office of the Indian Assistant High Commission in Chattogram The unrest broke out following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi spokesperson of the radical group Inqilab ManchaAccording to the JMBF the planned vandalism arson and looting of the offices of The Daily Prothom Alo and The Daily Star at Karwan Bazar in Dhaka were not merely attacks on two media outlets but constituted a direct assault on freedom of expression the pursuit of truth and independent journalismâThe endangerment of journalistsâ lives and the attempt to rescue them using cranes operated by the Fire Service instead of deploying helicopters exposed a stark and disturbing picture of state negligence The harassment of the President of the Editorsâ Council a senior journalist during the incident further proves that extremist forces are now emboldened to openly suppress democratic voicesâ the rights body statedâOn the same night the attack and stonethrowing at the Indian Assistant High Commission in Chattogram not only reflected a severely deteriorated lawandorder situation but also raised serious questions about the governmentâs irresponsibility and its disregard for international diplomatic norms An attack on a foreign diplomatic mission has gravely damaged Bangladeshâs international image for which the current government bears full responsibilityâ it added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bangladesh-reports-71-blasphemy-linked-attacks-on-hindus-from-june-dec-report-655989.html Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/new-year-celebrations-bluru-police-issue-guidelines-with-special-focus-on-women-656100.html Bengaluru Dec 29 The Bengaluru Police Department on Monday issued detailed guidelines for New Year celebrations in the city with special focus on the safety of women and young adults Addressing a press conference here Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh said the city police had put in place comprehensive security arrangements as Bengaluru prepares to welcome the New YearHe said security measures have already been initiated in Central Business District CBD areas including MG Road Koramangala Indiranagar Electronic City and other mall zones which are expected to witness heavy footfall during New Yearâs Eve celebrationsThe Police Commissioner stressed that public peace should not be disturbed under any circumstances and warned that strict legal action would be initiated against those attempting to create law and order problems He said hotels pubs clubs and resorts would be allowed to operate only within prescribed time limits on New Yearâs Day Permission for DJ music and the use of loudspeakers has been granted with specific time restrictionsSingh further said traffic movement on MG Road would be restricted from 10 pm on December 31Warning against nuisance in an inebriated state he said strict action would be taken against offenders and pubs could be closed if verbal duels or altercations are reported AIenabled cameras will be deployed at key locations to prevent untoward incidents he addedThe Police Commissioner said that arrangements have been made to ensure safe travel for people after midnight Additional BMTC bus services will operate across the city and discussions have been held with operators of tempo travellers to address the expected shortage of cabs and autorickshaws during late hours He said sufficient buses would be deployed from locations witnessing large gatherings noting that such an arrangement was being implemented for the first timeHe said around 20000 personnel will be deployed on New Yearâs Day The deployment will include four police control rooms 78 watch towers 164 women help desks 46 âumbrellasâ or visual safe zones equipped to handle weather contingencies 55 ambulances 37 fire tenders 10122 civil police personnel 2436 traffic police personnel 88 Karnataka State Reserve Police KSRP platoons comprising 1936 personnel 21 platoons of City Armed Reserve CAR with 168 personnel 3341 home guards 916 civil defence personnel 400 traffic wardens four CSWAT teams three Quick Response Teams two water jets 246 Hoysala patrolling vehicles and 249 Cobra patrolling teamsSingh said traffic diversions would be in place from 9 pm onwards on MG Road and Queens Road with commuters required to use alternate routes through the Halasuru area He also said that vehicular entry on 50 flyovers would not be permitted after 10 pm on December 31He added that watch towers would be deployed at strategic locations for enhanced surveillance and women help desks would assist citizens and facilitate reporting of grievances Metro timings have been optimised to manage crowd flow and reduce congestion He warned that nuisance at pubs would be dealt with immediately and operations could be halted at the concerned premises if requiredThe Police Commissioner advised the public to use designated transit points if intoxicated and urged cooperation with security personnel during checks and inspections He said exclusive meetings have been held with security personnel and bouncers to ensure smooth coordinationMeanwhile popular tourist destinations around Bengaluru including Nandi Hills will remain closed from December 31 till January 1 Tourist spots in the hilly Chikkamagaluru district have also been shut with restrictions in force from 6 pm on December 31 till the morning of January 1 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/new-year-celebrations-bluru-police-issue-guidelines-with-special-focus-on-women-656100.html Mon, 29 Dec 2025 17:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/mp-police-busts-interstate-gang-32-held-during-raid-in-bhopal-656124.html Bhopal Dec 29 The Madhya Pradesh Police on Monday busted an interstate gang involved in theft incidents in multiple states including Mumbai and Rajasthan and have arrested 32 people from Bhopal officials said Harinarayanchari Mishra Bhopal Police Commissioner told IANS that based on reports from multiple states the police carried out a successful operation dismantling a multistate criminal networkMishra told that the police have recovered more than a dozen mobile phones twowheelers and some other electronic equipmentsHe said that the accused persons were involved in various other criminal activities in Madhya Pradesh and several other states across the countryReports were received that the gang was executing crimes including theft in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra They were also involved in theft incidents in Rajasthan and in southern states as well Mishra addedThe Police Commissioner also said that when the police team conducted a raid in Nishatpura area in Bhopal late on Sunday criminals attempted to create unrest however the operation was successfully carried out and the accused persons were arrestedThey accused tried to attack the police team using women and children as shield but police personnel were fully prepared to handle the situation It is a large network of thieves and they were executing crimes in an organised manner Mishra addedThe Police Commissioner said the gang tried to shield Raju Irani who is said be the mastermind of the networkIrani was also involved in various other criminal activities and multiple cases have been registered in Bhopal and other parts of the state he addedHe also said that the accused persons are being questionedWe Madhya Pradesh Police are trying to find out other members of the gang network who are present in other states and targeting the people Once they are questioned inputs will be shared with police from multiples states so that they can be identified and arrested Mishra added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/mp-police-busts-interstate-gang-32-held-during-raid-in-bhopal-656124.html Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/rajasthan-110-arrested-for-chomu-violence-internet-shutdown-extended-655838.html Jaipur Dec 27 The situation remains tense in Chomu town near Jaipur on Saturday following violence triggered by a dispute over the installation of railings outside a religious place To prevent the spread of rumours and maintain law and order the administration has extended the suspension of WhatsApp and social media services for another 24 hours till 7 am on SundayDivisional Commissioner Poonam issued orders extending the internet shutdown after receiving a report from the Police CommissionerThe ban scheduled to end at 7 am on Saturday has been prolonged in view of the sensitive situationOfficials believe misinformation circulating on social media could further escalate tensionsThe violence reportedly erupted over the removal of stones and installation of iron railings and a boundary wall near a religious place close to the main bus standAccording to officials an agreement had been reached with a local community to remove stones lying on the roadsideHowever tensions flared when iron railings were later installed at the site When police and administrative teams arrived around 3 am on Friday to remove what they termed an illegal encroachment a crowd allegedly turned violent and began pelting stones injuring six policemenIn a major crackdown police have so far arrested 110 accused including 11 women in connection with the violenceThe arrests were carried out following the identification of stonepelters who were detained from their homes Special Commissioner Rahul Prakash is personally monitoring the caseAuthorities have stated that strict action will be taken against anyone found disturbing communal harmonyChomu has effectively been turned into a highsecurity zone Continuous flag marches were being conducted in the areaWhile markets and traffic are currently functioning normally police remain on high alert in sensitive areas The administration has appealed to residents to ignore rumours cooperate with authorities and help maintain peace IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/rajasthan-110-arrested-for-chomu-violence-internet-shutdown-extended-655838.html Sat, 27 Dec 2025 11:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/intelligence-flags-shift-in-khalistan-focus-to-australia-as-heat-rises-in-canada-uk-655842.html New Delhi Dec 27 Intelligence agencies have flagged the rapid rise of the Khalistan movement in Australia even as a marginal crackdown has been taking place in Canada and the United Kingdom Security agencies say that activities in Canada and the United Kingdom are slowing down considerably but there has been a steep rise in Australia in recent months The Khalistani elements have been diverting a lot of their resources to Australia and recent incidents of violence are a clear indication of thatIn the past referendums have been conducted in Australia but the scale of the activity has risen considerably in recent months There has been a rise in vandalism and scribbling of antiIndia graffiti in Australia which has raised major concernsEven the social media campaigns that are carried out by groups such as the Sikhs for Justice SFJ are largely focused on events in Australia Officials say that there are repeated calls on social media to indulge in vandalism whereby Indians are targetedCalls have also been given to raise antiIndia and antiModi slogans and these are taking place very often these days An official said that this ploy of diverting focus to Australia is intentionalIndia has reached out to both Canada and the UK and raised the problem regarding Khalistanrelated activity Both countries have acknowledged the problem and have agreed to work closely with New DelhiIn recent months some action against Khalistanis has been visible in both these countries Hence the attention was diverted to AustraliaâThis allows the movement to continue unabated while also reducing the heat in the UK and Canada the official saidKhalistanrelated activity has been visible openly in Australia in the months of July August and December this year These elements have been waving Khalistan flags while raising antiIndia slogans They have also indulged in vandalism which has angered the Indian diasporaDuring these incidents the Khalistanis have trampled the Indian flag and raised antiIndia slogans In December during a protest the Indian flag was torn and videos of the same were circulated in large numbers Such videos are posted very often by the SFJ to incite people Unlike in Canada and the UK the Khalistanis are now facing resistance from the Indian diasporaThe Khalistan Zindabad slogans have been countered by Indians with chants of Bharat Mata Ki Jai Officials say that such acts are carried out with the sole intention of provoking the Indian diasporaDuring a protest in August on Independence Day the Khalistanis attempted to provoke the Indians and they were met with resistance However it was the quick intervention by the Australian police that averted a street clash Had this taken place it would have gone as per the script written by the proKhalistan elementsIn July these elements vandalised a Gurdwara in Melbourne with antiIndia graffiti They even pasted images of Hitler while comparing it to the Indian leadershipOfficials say that Australia is also a target owing to the large number of Indians living there There are around 800000 Indians who are currently in Australia and they form an important part of the population These Indians now find themselves in the crossfire as the locals tend to blame all Indians for such incidentsIn Australia like the UK and Canada the Khalistanis have taken advantage of the huge emphasis that is given to free speech The Khalistanis have managed to get away with protests and hate slogans under the garb of free speechOfficials say that the Australian government has to be stern and stricter when it comes to these elements Things could spiral out of control very soon and then the problem becomes much harder to solveAustralian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said We uphold free expression but draw firm lines at violence or incitement and continue engaging with Indian counterparts on these matters IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/intelligence-flags-shift-in-khalistan-focus-to-australia-as-heat-rises-in-canada-uk-655842.html Sat, 27 Dec 2025 11:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-picks-jamaat-heir-azmi-to-oversee-radical-armed-force-in-bangladesh-655744.html New Delhi Dec 26 Security agencies are keeping a close watch on the developments in Bangladesh as the radical National Armed Reserve NAR is set to come up The unit would comprise over 8000 radicalised youth of Bangladesh and the aim would be to control the country by imposing the Sharia law officials saidThe NRA is being set up to replace the police in the country This unit will ensure the strict implementation of the Sharia law Intelligence Bureau officials saidThis plan was set in motion by the ISI and the Pakistan army and in the runup to its setting up several meetings have already taken placeThe plan by Pakistan is to have both a radical army and a police wing The process of identifying persons in Bangladesh who have a complete Pakistan tilt and are highly radicalised has already begun officials have learntCurrently there are many within the army including its chief General WakerUzZaman who feel that Bangladesh should be run democratically This is the reason why the ISI is trying to restructure the Army and put people who are loyal to Pakistan at the helm Pakistan has identified Brigadier retd Abdullahil Aman Azmi to oversee the processHe is a highly radicalised person and the son of the late JamaateIslami emir Golam Azam He has held a series of meetings with top Pakistani officials and Indian agencies have learnt that he is likely to be given an important portfolio in Bangladeshs security architecture Pakistan seeks to make Azmi an advisor first in the home ministryOnce the elections are conducted this position would cease to exist and then the plan would be to put him in charge of the NAR officials saidSince Muhammad Yunus took charge several Pakistani diplomats have moved to Bangladesh They hold regular consultations with officials in Dhaka One of the key figures that they have been meeting is Azmi He is the gobetween man between Dhaka and Islamabad officials have learntMeetings are held at the Banani Officersâ Housing Scheme where many Pakistani diplomats are lodged One such meeting that was held on December 23 has come under the radar of the Indian agenciesThe meeting was held between Azmi and Pakistanâs Deputy High Commissioner Mohammad Wasim at the same complex This meeting signals the making of something big officials saidFurther meetings have also been held between top ISI officials and diplomats in Dhaka Intelligence agencies say that these meetings point towards a sinister plot ahead of the proposed February 2026 electionsWhile plans are afoot to disrupt the elections officials said that this plan may not be successful The aim is to run Bangladesh like how Pakistan is being governedWhile there is a namesake democratically elected government in power all the control is with the Pakistan Army headed by Field Marshal Asim MunirElections would have to be held to avoid pressure from the International community especially the United States Even if there is a democratically elected government in power Pakistan wants the NAR and the army to be in chargeThe NAR would eventually replace the police while puppets of the Pakistan establishment in the Bangladesh army would oversee the running of the countryThe primary aim is to turn Bangladesh into a completely radical country Outfits such as the ISIbacked JamaateIslami are rooting for this and hence they need to have an NAR in place This unit would ensure that everyone strictly adheres to radical IslamOn the other hand the Army would be helmed by puppets of Pakistan officials sayThe Indian Intelligence agencies will have a lot on the plate in the days to come as several developments are unfolding in Bangladesh The nation remains on edge due to the fake narrative that the ISI has spread On the other hand the ISI is trying to infiltrate every institution and take control over the country IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-picks-jamaat-heir-azmi-to-oversee-radical-armed-force-in-bangladesh-655744.html Fri, 26 Dec 2025 14:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/beijing-in-terror-spotlight-over-oppression-of-uyghur-movement-655709.html New Delhi Dec 25 Beijing has largely remained outside the direct spotlight of terror outfits but a recent report on alQaidaâs threat has added a volatile security dimension for China Allegations of atrocities against the Uyghur community in Xinjiang province remain one of the most pressing human rights issues globally with reports from international human rights organisations and even the United Nations detailing systemic repressionThe threat to China in connection with the Uyghur Muslim situation there apparently was released recently in a Telegram message quoting the chief of alQaida in the Arabian Peninsula Atef alAwlakiThe statement is said to have celebrated the attacks on Jews and Americans and warned China that its policies toward Uyghurs were under its watchThe statement pledged retaliation against Chinese interests âon land and seaâ if abuses continued against the Uyghurs a Turkic Muslim minority in Chinaâs Xinjiang provinceAmong Beijingâs Afghan outreach lies this aspect too Afghanistanâs role â with the Taliban in control of Kabul and the countryâs proximity to Xinjiang â is considered important for ChinaSince the Talibanâs return to power in 2021 Beijing has sought closer ties driven by security concerns and economic interests However Afghanistanâs ability to help China is limited by its own instability and ideological contradictionsWhile Beijing may secure shortterm cooperation the deeper grievances of Uyghurs remain unresolved Incidentally radical Islamist groups like AlQaida and ISIS consider the present Taliban as being too soft in their âjihadâ and have criticised them for preferring an easier life in governance than on the battlefieldIn fact there have been some heavy fights as well The Wakhan Corridor situated in Afghanistanâs Badakhshan Province connects the region where the Uyghur ethnic group is demanding an independent state for themselves This autonomous region in northwest China borders several Central Asian countriesBeijing seeks Kabulâs cooperation as a security buffer with Uyghur separatists having alleged bases in AfghanistanChina is reportedly pressing the Taliban to crack down on the Uyghursâ East Turkestan Islamic Movement ETIM which Beijing labels a terrorist organisationThe ETIM considers China as an occupier as it intends to liberate itself through an armed uprising Since 2017 reports have surfaced of mass detentions forced labour and cultural erasure in what China calls âvocational training centresâ of the regionChina insists it has indulged in retaliatory measures with counterterrorism exercise against separatist groups like the ETIM which are denounced by rights groupsA UN OHCHR Report in 2022 found âserious human rights violationsâ that may constitute crimes against humanity Reports highlight the arbitrary detention of over one million Uyghurs the suppression of religious practices and the stateâs surveillance and indoctrination campaigns aimed at erasing their identityThe purported alQaida statement marks a shift where it has largely prioritised the US and Israel but the Uyghur issue now seems to have drawn its attention However in March 2017 ISIS released a video showcasing Uyghur armed rebels among its organisationThe video had also threatened China with violent retaliation reportedly showing the execution of an alleged informant by the Uyghur militantsA commentary earlier this year in Defence One a media partner of the 2025 Global Security Forum had commented âNow in 2025 there is less doubt that China is in the crosshairs of transnational terror groups Capable and determined violent nonstate actors could give China trouble in various hotspots around the world â in Syria Afghanistan Pakistan and elsewhereâIn conclusion it said âBeijing was once suspected of overhyping its terror threat but no longer As China continues to expand its Belt and Road Initiative with Chinese personnel and infrastructure expanding across the globe there will likely be more incidents of kidnapping for ransom terrorist attacks and other actions targeting a growing Chinese presence abroadâChinese projects and their nationals involved in such programmes in Afghanistan and Pakistan have experienced such attacks in the past IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/beijing-in-terror-spotlight-over-oppression-of-uyghur-movement-655709.html Thu, 25 Dec 2025 20:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-fans-anti-india-narrative-in-bangladesh-to-rig-feb-polls-intelligence-inputs-655577.html New Delhi Dec 25 The ISIâs role in attempting to fan an antiIndia sentiment in Bangladesh is most certainly confirmed given the rhetoric by some Pakistan news outlets and a few leaders Some media outlets have recklessly blamed Indiaâs Research and Analysis Wing RAW for the murder of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi The claim has been made at a time when the Bangladesh authorities themselves are unclear about the killers and their motive Adding to the fire is a fiery video message by Kamran Sayeed Usmani a leader of Pakistanâs ruling party PMLN who went on an antiIndia rhetoricWhile blaming New Delhi for the mess in Bangladesh he threatens that missiles would be directed at India Officials say that these are reckless messages only aimed at ensuring that the violence continues in BangladeshThe official further pointed out that there is a pattern to such messaging The intention is to internationalise the domestic problems in Bangladesh and by dragging India into it these elements are trying to achieve just that Not a single country except Pakistan has blamed India for the mess that is on in Bangladesh In fact it was the Pakistan deepstate that orchestrated this mess by first ensuring that Sheikh Hasina was ousted and the JamaateIslami was in the driverâs seat The international community is aware that the Jamaat is a puppet of the ISIFollowing the Liberation War it was the ISI and Jamaat which planned largescale illegal immigration into India so that demographic changes could be executed Intelligence Bureau officials who are keeping a close watch on the developments in Bangladesh say that the ISI is playing two games herePakistan has been desperately seeking revenge against India since it lost the 1971 war which led to the creation of Bangladesh Hence there has been the manufacturing of a false narrative so that the people of Bangladesh are pitted against IndiaThe ISI realises that it would need a Jamaat government or one backed by it to be in power Parties like the Bangladesh National Party BNP have been showing signs of moving away from the Jamaat and ISI as the party wants a developed and not a radical nationThe signs became clear when the BNP distanced itself from the Jamaat and decided to contest the elections on its ownThis shift has hurt the ISI and made it insecure as the BNP does have every chance of winning the elections Pollsters have predicted a win for the BNP in the absence of the Awami League which has been banned from contesting the electionsFormer Prime Minister and BNP chief Khaleda Zia is unwell and this could well be a sympathy factor for the party in the February 2026 polls The BNP cadre will also be bolstered by the return of Ziaâs son Tarique Rehman who is set to visit Bangladesh after 17 years in exileAll these factors have made the ISI and Jamaat uneasy and they feel that the elections can slip out of their handBangladesh watchers say that the elections are unlikely to be put off as pressure from the international community is building up Experts say that the elections in Bangladesh are most likely to go as per schedule but the fairness of it remains a question markIntelligence agencies say that the violence is being fanned by the Jamaatcontrolled groups so that the people do not come out and vote in large numbers They want to create fear in the minds of the people so that they stay indoors when the elections are onMany Awami League supporters are unlikely to vote as the party is banned Some are likely to shift their loyalties to the BNP and if this does happen then the partyâs chances of winning the elections will only increaseAnalysts say that there is either a chance of a short postponement of the elections or a completely unfair one being conductedThe ISI is doing everything possible to rig the polls by inciting violence While trying to rig the polls the ISI is also dishing out a false narrative to create an antiIndia sentiment among the people IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-fans-anti-india-narrative-in-bangladesh-to-rig-feb-polls-intelligence-inputs-655577.html Thu, 25 Dec 2025 09:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/punjab-ed-secures-3-year-jail-for-cross-border-drug-trafficker-655378.html Jalandhar Dec 23 A Special Court PMLA in Punjab sentenced a crossborder drug trafficker to three yearsâ rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 10000 an ED official said on Tuesday Athar Sayeed was convicted under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act PMLA 2002 by Special Judge PMLA Jalandhar on Monday the official saidThe Special Court also ordered the confiscation of Rs 17 lakh proceeds of crime PoC detected by the probe agencyThe Directorate of Enforcement ED Jalandhar Zonal Office initiated an investigation into the matter based on an FIR registered by the Punjab Police under various sections of the NDPS Act 1985 against Athar Sayeed and others for crossborder drug traffickingThe ED investigation revealed that Athar Sayeed was involved in crossborder heroin trafficking and thereby generated Proceeds of Crime POCHe was involved in the smuggling of heroin and the subsequent sale of the contraband and collection of drug moneyEarlier searches were conducted at two locations on April 1 2016 under the provisions of PMLA 2002Further movable properties worth Rs 17 Lakh consisting of cash seized from Athar Sayeed had been attached in the case vide Provisional Attachment Order dated March 21 2018The Special Judge PMLA Jalandhar said in his sentencing order that if Athar Sayeed defaults in the payment of the Rs 10000 fine he will have to undergo further rigorous imprisonment for three monthsIn a separate ED probe related to Uttar Pradesh a Special Court PMLA in Lucknow has taken cognizance of a charge sheet filed by the federal agencyâs Lucknow Zonal Office seeking confiscation of properties worth Rs 4592 lakh and conviction of the accused persons Dr Zakir Hussain Memorial Trust Louise Khurshid wife of Congress leader Salman Khurshid and Mohammad Athar involved in the offence of money launderingThe probe agency said that the accused were involved in the misuse of government funds in the distribution of artificial limbs and equipment by the trust for their personal gains IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/punjab-ed-secures-3-year-jail-for-cross-border-drug-trafficker-655378.html Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jaipur-to-showcase-might-of-operation-sindoor-at-army-day-parade-655395.html New Delhi Dec 23 Jaipur will witness an unprecedented display of Indiaâs military strength on January 15 2026 as the Army Day Parade is set to be held on public roads for the first time on the lines of the Republic Day parade   The event will prominently showcase the success and firepower of Operation Sindoor launched by the Indian Army after the Pahalgam terror attack in which Pakistanâs Chineseorigin weapons reportedly failed against Indian strikesThe parade to be organised by the South Western Command will feature soldiers and weapon systems that played a key role in Operation SindoorNewly raised formations such as the Bhairav Battalion are expected to make their debut marchpast while advanced systems like Shaktibaan and Divyastra may also be showcasedRegiments including Assam Regiment Artillery Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry Madras Regiment Scouts and NCC cadets will participateA major aerial highlight will include flypasts by Light Combat Helicopter Prachand Apache attack helicopters along with Rudra and Chetak helicoptersOn the ground the Armyâs muscle power will be on full display with T90 Bhishma MBT Arjun BMP2 Smerch and Grad multibarrel rocket launchers K9 Vajra Dhanush and the M777 ultralight howitzer known for destroying terror infrastructureAir defence systems that neutralised Pakistani attacks during Operation Sindoor including MRSAM Akash missile system and Shilka will also be part of the grand showA special tableau highlighting the success of Operation Sindoor is being prepared along with demonstrations of counterUAS systems robotic mules and Army dog squadsThe parade will also include components from the Air Force and Navy Army bands will perform indigenous tunes with the Nepal Army band joining for the second consecutive yearDecorated soldiers including Vir Chakra Param Vir Chakra and Ashok Chakra awardees will march togetherFollowing Prime Minister Narendra Modiâs suggestion to host military events outside Delhi Jaipur was chosen as the venueThe parade will be held on Sitapura Road covering a 15km stretch with special threelayer seating for around 25000 spectators marking a historic first for Army Day celebrations IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jaipur-to-showcase-might-of-operation-sindoor-at-army-day-parade-655395.html Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-guv-warns-of-external-forces-trying-to-destabilise-border-state-655420.html Itanagar Dec 23 Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lieutenant General KT Parnaik Retd on Tuesday referring to the recent arrest of suspected agents and underscoring the states strategic importance cautioned that external forces and elements from neighbouring regions may attempt to create disturbances in the border state The Governor said that sustained vigilance and preparedness are essential to safeguard peace and stabilityChairing the highlevel security review meeting at Lok Bhavan in Itanagar Governor Parnaik emphasised that the safety and security of the people must always remain the foremost priority of the state government and that every possible effort should be made to eliminate fear and instill a sense of confidence among citizensMeanwhile the Arunachal Pradesh Police have so far apprehended five individuals all residents of Jammu and Kashmir for their alleged involvement in espionage activities linked to Pakistani handlersAccording to police two were arrested from Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir on December 18 and the accused were brought to Arunachal Pradesh and three arrested from Itanagar Capital Region on November 21Addressing the review meeting the Governor stressed that peace and security are the foundations of development and people can progress only when they feel safe in their homes and communitiesGovernor Parnaik called for a peoplecentric approach to security where the state administration and security agencies work proactively to protect lives livelihoods and public trustHe said that districtlevel administrations must remain constantly alert and responsive particularly in sensitive and border areasEmphasising the growing role of technology Governor Parnaik urged the security forces and the civil administration to leverage modern tools and systems to further strengthen the security apparatus of the stateHe said that when Arunachal Pradesh is secured the nation is securedCommending the exemplary coordination among the uniformed forces deployed in the state the Governor remarked that cooperation and mutual trust are the keys to finding lasting solutions to security challengesHe also lauded the armed forces for their sustained efforts in building goodwill and harmonious relations with the local population noting that winning the confidence of the people is as vital as operational readinessDuring the discussion the State Home Minister Mama Natung highlighted several important initiatives of the state government including the surrender policy aimed at bringing misguided youth back into the mainstream the implementation of the eInner Line Permit eILP system and other measures taken to strengthen internal security and governanceHe reaffirmed the state governments commitment to maintaining peace improving service delivery and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all citizensThe state police the Border Roads Organisation along with the Deputy Commissioners and Superintendents of Police provided a comprehensive update on the action taken in accordance to the deliberations of the Namsai Security MeetingThrough detailed presentations they outlined the measures initiated on the ground progress achieved so far and the challenges being addressed to further strengthen the security framework of the stateArunachal Pradesh Chief Secretary Manish Gupta senior officials of the state government representatives from the state Police Border Roads Organisation Assam Rifles and the Central Reserve Police Force in addition to Deputy Commissioners and Superintendents of Police of Tirap Changlang and Longding districts participated in the meetingTuesdays meeting is a followup to the security review meeting held at Namsai district of Arunachal Pradesh on July 26 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-guv-warns-of-external-forces-trying-to-destabilise-border-state-655420.html Wed, 24 Dec 2025 01:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/security-forces-recover-10-balloons-carrying-pakistani-flag-in-kashmir-close-to-loc-655471.html Srinagar Dec 24 Security forces on Wednesday recovered ten balloons carrying a Pakistani flag in Jammu and Kashmirâs north Kashmir area close to the Line of Control LoC promoting extra vigil and surveillance in these areas Officials said the Pakistani flag attached to around ten balloons was sighted landing near Sarna Top in the Khadinayar area of JampKâs Baramulla districtâThe object was noticed by a patrolling party of the Armyâs 46 Rashtriya Rifles during routine area domination The balloons and the flag were immediately seized and taken into custody for further examination the officials saidIn a second incident a balloon bearing the inscription of Pakistan International Airlines was found atop a tree in an orchard at Naugam in the Handwara area of Kupwara district also located close to the LoCThe balloon was spotted by locals who informed the security forces Army personnel subsequently reached the spot and retrieved the object officials addedMore details were awaitedJammu and Kashmir has a 740kmlong LoC manned by the army in Baramulla Kupwara and Bandipora districts of the Valley and Poonch Rajouri and partly in Jammu district of Jammu divisionIn addition there is a 240kmlong international border situated in Samba Kathua and Jammu districts manned by the Border Security Force BSFThe Army and the BSF guard against infiltration exfiltration crossborder smuggling and drone activity initiated from the Pakistan side carrying arms and ammunition cash and drugs to sustain terrorism in Jammu and KashmirLocal police and the security forces are deployed to carry out antiterrorist operations in the hinterland targeting terrorists their overground workers OGWs and sympathisers in order to dismantle the complete support system of terror in the union territoryDrug smugglers drug peddlers and those involved in hawala money rackets and other unlawful activities are also on the scanner of the security forces It is believed that funds generated by these unlawful activities are finally used to sustain terrorism in the UT IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/security-forces-recover-10-balloons-carrying-pakistani-flag-in-kashmir-close-to-loc-655471.html Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/army-jco-dies-of-gunshot-injury-in-jampks-samba-district-655476.html Jammu Dec 24 A junior commissioned officer JCO of the Army was killed in a gunshot incident on Wednesday while on duty in Jammu and Kashmirâs Samba district Officials said the injured JCO was immediately shifted to the hospital but he succumbed to critical injuryWhile an investigation has been started into the incident officials said any terrorist angle to the incident has been ruled outMore details were awaitedIncidents of accidental firing resulting in fatal injuries to deployed Army and security forces have been witnessed in Jammu and Kashmir in the past as wellCareless handling of service weapons or a weapon going off accidentally due to some other reason has cost the precious lives of the deployed forces in past as wellLong duty hours in hostile conditions and separation from families with a lack of entertainment in deployed areas have been cited by counsellors as the main reasons for lack of alertness among the deployed forcesPeriodic leaves to join families entertainment avenues at barracks and headquarters better command and control structure are some of the remedial measures suggested for sustained alertness among the deployed forces doing duties in hostile environmentsSoldiers deployed in higher reaches where heavy snowfall results in avalanches and other weatherrelated calamities also impacts the living conditions of the soldiersThe Army bunkers are sometimes hit by these avalanches and snowstorms resulting in unforeseen casualties The bravery and commitment of the deployed soldiers guarding the countryâs frontiers are a matter of pride for the nation These sentinels of the nation spend sleepless nights to ensure that their fellow countrymen have peace and protectionThe biggest example of the Indian Armyâs commitment to duty is the Siachen Glacier called the Worldâs highest battlefield The glacier lies immediately south of the great drainage divide that separates the Eurasian plate from the Indian subcontinent in the extensively glaciated portion of the Karakoram sometimes called the âThird PoleâThe average winter snowfall is more than 1000 cm 35 ft and temperatures can dip to minus 50 degrees Celsius Including all tributary glaciers the Siachen Glacier system covers about 700 sq km 270 sq miles IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/army-jco-dies-of-gunshot-injury-in-jampks-samba-district-655476.html Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/leopard-enters-crpf-camp-in-jampks-anantnag-injuries-trooper-655485.html Srinagar Dec 24 A leopard entered the CRPF camp on Wednesday in Jammu and Kashmirâs Anantnag district and injured a trooper inside the camp Officials said that a leopard entered the Kapran CRPF camp in the district creating panic and chaos thereâHead constable Kamleshwar Kumar was injured in the leopard attack He was given first aid at the local primary health centre and his condition is stable He is back in the campâ the officials saidWildlife protection department field staff have been called in to relocate the leopard safelyRecently a leopard attacked a flock of sheep killing at least seven and injuring many others in a village in North Kashmirs Sopore The incident triggered fear among the villagers who appealed to the Wildlife Department to deploy teams and set up cages to capture the leopard before it caused further damage A team from the Wildlife Department launched a hunt to track and capture the wild animalIn September an eightyearold boy sustained injuries after being attacked by a leopard in the Chetragam area of South Kashmirâs Shopian districtHumanwildlife conflict HWC incidents have alarmingly increased in the Valley during the last decade Frequent incidents of wild animals like bears and leopards devouring livestock by entering villages attacking a child or causing an injury to the villagers come to light hereThe HWC refers to the negative interactions between humans and wild animals with undesirable consequences both for people and their resources on the one hand and wildlife and their habitats on the other The conflict caused by competition for natural resources between humans and wildlife influences human food security and the wellbeing of humans and other animalsIn many regions the number of these conflicts has increased in recent decades as a result of human population growth and the transformation of land use HWC is a serious global threat to sustainable development food security and conservation in urban and rural landscapes alikeIn general the consequences of HWC include crop destruction reduced agricultural productivity competition for grazing lands and water supply livestock predation injury and death to humans damage to infrastructure and increased risk of disease transmission among wildlife and livestockAt the national level collaboration between forestry wildlife agriculture livestock and other relevant sectors is key IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/leopard-enters-crpf-camp-in-jampks-anantnag-injuries-trooper-655485.html Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:33:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/kolkata-mayor-asks-fire-department-to-inspect-nightclubs-restaurants-655488.html Kolkata Dec 24 Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim has directed the state fire services department to conduct special inspections at nightclubs before the New Years Eve celebrations The move from the civic body comes in the wake of a recent fire incident in Goa which claimed 25 livesIn a bid to prevent any possibility of fire incidents in the city during this festive season the Kolkata Mayor has written to the fire department requesting them to inspect the safety infrastructure of every rooftop restaurant bar nightclub and hotelOn Wednesday Mayor Firhad Hakim said that the inspections were ordered to check whether the rooftop restaurants were operating according to the Standard Operating Procedures SOPs He stated that 83 restaurants have been inspected so far and all of them are following the SOPs However I have written to the fire department I have requested them to monitor whether small and large hotels restaurants bars and nightclubs in addition to rooftop establishments are following the SOPs during this festive season said HakimEarlier this year a fire broke out in a hotel in Kolkatas Mechua Fruit Market area resulting in the death of 14 people This incident had put considerable pressure on the KMC the police and the state administrationFollowing the incident Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee herself raided several rooftop restaurants in the Park Street area She found a lack of proper infrastructure during her inspection Subsequently rooftop bars and restaurants in Kolkata were shut down and illegal constructions were demolished After lengthy discussions rooftop restaurants were conditionally allowed to reopen before the Durga Puja festival However despite being instructed to develop the necessary infrastructure and implement guidelines within a specific timeframe authorities claimed that recent police and municipal raids revealed that this had not been done Many restaurant owners have since been warned and authorities have issued a stern warning to implement the guidelines promptly including the installation of proper fire safety measuresIn this situation a recent devastating fire in a nightclub in Goa has raised concerns for the municipal administration Therefore it has been decided that not only rooftop establishments but also all other small and large hotels restaurants and especially the bars and nightclubs that are expected to be crowded during the Christmas and New Year festivities should have their fire safety infrastructure inspected by the fire department immediately IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/kolkata-mayor-asks-fire-department-to-inspect-nightclubs-restaurants-655488.html Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/leopard-enters-crpf-camp-in-jampks-anantnag-trooper-injured-655496.html Srinagar Dec 24 A leopard entered the CRPF camp on Wednesday in Jammu and Kashmirâs Anantnag district and injured a trooper inside the camp Officials said that a leopard entered the Kapran CRPF camp in the district creating panic and chaos thereâHead constable Kamleshwar Kumar was injured in the leopard attack He was given first aid at the local primary health centre and his condition is stable He is back in the campâ the officials saidWildlife protection department field staff have been called in to relocate the leopard safelyRecently a leopard attacked a flock of sheep killing at least seven and injuring many others in a village in North Kashmirs Sopore The incident triggered fear among the villagers who appealed to the Wildlife Department to deploy teams and set up cages to capture the leopard before it caused further damage A team from the Wildlife Department launched a hunt to track and capture the wild animalIn September an eightyearold boy sustained injuries after being attacked by a leopard in the Chetragam area of South Kashmirâs Shopian districtHumanwildlife conflict HWC incidents have alarmingly increased in the Valley during the last decade Frequent incidents of wild animals like bears and leopards devouring livestock by entering villages attacking a child or causing an injury to the villagers come to light hereThe HWC refers to the negative interactions between humans and wild animals with undesirable consequences both for people and their resources on the one hand and wildlife and their habitats on the other The conflict caused by competition for natural resources between humans and wildlife influences human food security and the wellbeing of humans and other animalsIn many regions the number of these conflicts has increased in recent decades as a result of human population growth and the transformation of land use HWC is a serious global threat to sustainable development food security and conservation in urban and rural landscapes alikeIn general the consequences of HWC include crop destruction reduced agricultural productivity competition for grazing lands and water supply livestock predation injury and death to humans damage to infrastructure and increased risk of disease transmission among wildlife and livestockAt the national level collaboration between forestry wildlife agriculture livestock and other relevant sectors is key IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/leopard-enters-crpf-camp-in-jampks-anantnag-trooper-injured-655496.html Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/cm-stalin-to-visit-tns-kallakurichi-drone-ban-along-convoy-routes-imposed-655517.html Chennai Dec 24 A temporary ban has been imposed on the operation of drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles UAVs along the convoy routes of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin who is scheduled to visit Kallakurichi on Friday Kallakurichi Collector MS Prasanth announced the decision as part of heightened security arrangements for the Chief Ministers visit during which he will inaugurate the newly constructed Integrated Collectorate complex at VeeracholapuramAccording to the official itinerary the Chief Minister will travel by road and is expected to pass through the Ulundurpet toll plaza before proceeding to the function venueIn a statement issued by the Collector it was clarified that the ban on drones and UAVs will be enforced across all identified convoy routes and surrounding areas to ensure the safety and smooth movement of the Chief Ministers convoyThe restricted zones include Ulundurpet Veeracholapuram Emapper and other areas falling within the jurisdictional limits of Kallakurichi district The prohibition will remain in force on both December 25 and December 26 covering the period before during and shortly after the Chief Ministers visitOfficials said the measure was taken as a preventive step considering the growing use of drones and the potential security risks posed by unauthorised aerial activity during the movement of highprofile public functionariesThe Collector has warned that strict legal action will be initiated against individuals or organisations found violating the banLaw enforcement agencies and local officials have been instructed to closely monitor the restricted areas and ensure full compliance with the orderAuthorities have appealed to the public drone operators and photography enthusiasts to cooperate with the administration by adhering to the restrictions during the specified period They also urged residents and commercial establishments along the convoy routes to extend their support to security personnel to facilitate the smooth conduct of the Chief Ministers programmeThe Chief Minister is scheduled to leave Kallakurichi later on Friday afternoon after completing the official engagementDistrict officials stated that all necessary arrangements are in place to ensure the visit proceeds without disruption with security remaining the top priority throughout the event IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/cm-stalin-to-visit-tns-kallakurichi-drone-ban-along-convoy-routes-imposed-655517.html Wed, 24 Dec 2025 18:54:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/kolkata-police-enhance-security-arrangements-for-christmas-new-year-celebrations-655518.html Kolkata Dec 24 Elaborate security arrangements have been made in Kolkata to avert any untoward situation during Christmas and New Year festivities said officials on Thursday The Kolkata Police headquarters has decided to deploy 1500 police personnel on the streets of Kolkata and the deployment will continue till late Thursday eveningAccording to a senior official of the city police the security arrangement has been made elaborate not just keeping in mind the massive footfall but also to prevent any trickling effect of the continuing violence in neighbouring Bangladesh that might spoil the festive moodSenior city police officers in the ranks of deputy commissioners assistant commissioners and inspectors of police would also be on the streets in shifts during the entire period starting from Wednesday evening to Thursday nightThe forces deployed on the streets will operate under direct supervision from the police control rooms which will be manned by officers in the ranks of joint commissioners and additional commissionersAs expected the party hub of Park Street in central Kolkata and its adjacent locations will have maximum security deployment attention Similar deployments will be at the different churches in the city from Wednesday eveningAn allwomen wing of the city police will be deployed roundtheclock to prevent events of harassment of women and cases of eveteasingFour to five watchtowers have already been installed in the Park Street area Quick Response Teams QRTs and Heavy Radio Flying Squads HRFS will also be present on Park Street during the period from Wednesday evening to Thursday nightBesides the Park Street area police personnel will also be deployed at the Zoological Garden in Alipore Victoria Memorial Indian Museum Maidan and other popular tourist spotsThere will be an adequate number of women police personnel plaindress sleuths and combat teams Special protection and surveillance arrangements have been made in the important churches in the city Checking points will be there at several entry points to the city a senior police official saidBesides the police the state Disaster Management Department has kept its teams ready for any emergency Traumacare ambulances and deployment of lifesaving disaster management teams at the river points in and around the city are part of the security arrangements The personnel of the River Traffic Police will conduct constant patrolling on the water through speedboats IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/kolkata-police-enhance-security-arrangements-for-christmas-new-year-celebrations-655518.html Wed, 24 Dec 2025 18:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/chinese-kite-string-banned-in-bhopal-amid-rising-injury-reports-655522.html Bhopal Dec 24 In response to persistent reports of severe injuries caused by Chinese kite string commonly known as manja the Bhopal Police Commissioner has imposed a strict ban on its use sale purchase and storage within city limits Police Commissioner Harinarayan Chari Mishra issued the order invoking Section 1632 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita BNSS 2023 The prohibition took immediate effect with violators facing legal action The ban applies exclusively to Bhopals metropolitan area and aims to safeguard public safety particularly ahead of kiteflying seasons like Makar Sankranti Chinese manja coated with glass or metal powder for sharpness is notorious for causing deep cuts often to the neck or throat of motorists and pedestrians Every year numerous accidents result in serious sometimes lifethreatening injuries The abrasive string also poses risks to birds and animals entangling and harming wildlife police said Though the exact number of victims is yet to be known the incidences of injuries have been reported in Ujjain Indore Vidisha Bhopal Raisen and other places The administration has urged shopkeepers and citizens to adhere strictly to the ban promoting the use of safe cottonbased kite strings instead Authorities have appealed for public cooperation encouraging immediate reports to police about anyone found selling using or storing the prohibited Chinese string This move follows ongoing concerns over the deadly potential of synthetic manja which remains a recurring hazard despite periodic enforcement drives Similar bans have been enforced in previous years with renewed crackdowns often timed before festivals involving mass kite flying By prohibiting the Chinese kite string entirely the Bhopal Police aim to prevent tragic incidents and ensure safer celebrations Citizens are reminded that traditional nonabrasive strings allow for enjoyable kite flying without endangering lives IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/chinese-kite-string-banned-in-bhopal-amid-rising-injury-reports-655522.html Wed, 24 Dec 2025 18:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-militant-associate-arrested-in-pulwama-arms-and-ammunition-recovered-655216.html Srinagar Dec 22 Joint forces on Monday arrested a militant associate with arms and ammunition in JampKâs Pulwama district Police said that joint forces including Awantipora police 185 battalion of CRPF and 50 Rashtriya Rifles carried out a search and cordon operation CASO in Wuyan Khrew area of Pulwama district and arrested one terrorist associate identified as Javid Ahmad Hajam son of Abdul Rashid Hajam resident of Gulab Bagh Tral and recovered arms and ammunition from his possessionAn official said that during the search arms and ammunition including 01 Pistol 05 live rounds of â pistol were recoveredâThe arrested terrorist associate is involved in providing logistics support and transportation of arms amp ammunition to the terrorists in Pampore Tral and Awantipora areas of Police District Awantiporaâ police said adding that a case under relevant sections of law has been registered in and an investigation has been initiatedJoint forces have been carrying out aggressive operations in JampK against terrorists their Over Ground Workers OGWs sympathisers and associates to dismantle the complete support system of terrorists in JampKDrug smugglers and those involved in the hawala money racket are also under the scanner of the security forces It is believed that funds generated through these unlawful activities are used to sustain terrorism in JampKPolice also attach the property of terrorists and drug smugglers in addition to booking the involved persons under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act UAPAThe attached properties are those found to he created out of terrorist activities and other unlawful activities like drug smuggling hawala money racket and other such activitiesPolice and the security forces carry out antiterrorist operations in the hinterland while the army and the border security force BSF are deployed in the line of control LoC and the international border to prevent infiltration exfiltration drug smuggling and drone activities initiated from across the border IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-militant-associate-arrested-in-pulwama-arms-and-ammunition-recovered-655216.html Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ahmedabad-crime-branch-ramps-up-anti-narcotics-drive-files-eight-ndps-cases-in-three-days-655220.html Ahmedabad Dec 22 The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has intensified its crackdown on narcotics registering eight fresh cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances NDPS Act within a span of three days as part of a highintensity enforcement drive aimed at dismantling the citys drug supply network officials said on Monday Officials added that the operation carried out over 72 hours focused not only on streetlevel peddling but also on disrupting financial linkages and identifying repeat offenders involved in the illegal tradeMultiple teams were deployed across different parts of the city to conduct targeted checks surveillance and intelligencebased interventionsAs part of the drive more than 30 known drug peddlers were intercepted and subjected to detailed background verification and questioningThe Crime Branch also registered cases related to the sale of Gogo rolling papers smoking kits and illegal ecigarettes signalling a zerotolerance approach towards prohibited substances as well as paraphernalia that promote drug useIn a strategic shift aimed at crippling the logistical backbone of the drug trade the Crime Branch has initiated two preliminary enquiries Janva Jog specifically targeting narcofinance operationsInvestigators have found that drug peddlers are increasingly relying on fake SIM cards and forged bank details to carry out transactions and avoid detectionBased on these findings police have begun invoking additional sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita BNS relating to cheating and forgery against the accused ensuring that legal action extends beyond offences under the NDPS ActWhile enforcement remains the core focus the Crime Branch has also adopted a rehabilitationoriented approach for individuals battling addictionOfficials said special attention is being given to identifying addictpeddlers those who sell drugs primarily to sustain their own dependencyA senior Crime Branch official said that under Section 64A of the NDPS Act such individuals are being given an opportunity to seek immunity from prosecution provided they voluntarily undergo and successfully complete medical deaddiction treatmentReiterating its commitment to making Ahmedabad a drugfree city the Crime Branch has urged citizens to remain alert and report any suspicious activity related to the sale storage or distribution of narcoticsOfficials added that similar intelligenceled operations will continue in the coming days as part of a sustained campaign against the drug menace IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ahmedabad-crime-branch-ramps-up-anti-narcotics-drive-files-eight-ndps-cases-in-three-days-655220.html Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pmk-leader-ramadoss-calls-for-federal-structure-in-sri-lanka-says-unitary-system-failed-tamils-655225.html Chennai Dec 22 Pattali Makkal Katchi PMK founder S Ramadoss on Monday urged Sri Lanka to abandon its existing unitary constitutional setup and adopt a federal political framework that acknowledges the Tamil homeland and guarantees the right to selfdetermination for ethnic Tamils In a detailed statement issued after a meeting with the Tamil National Peoples Front TNPF Ramadoss said the Sri Lankan government must recognise that the longstanding grievances of Eelam Tamils cannot be resolved within the present unitary frameworkHe warned that without a structural overhaul the island nation would continue to witness deepening ethnic divisions and persistent rights violationsRamadoss said senior TNPF leaders led by Parliamentarian Gajendrakumar Ponnambalam met him at his residence on December 20 and briefed him on the alarming ground situation in the Tamilmajority regions of the Northern and Eastern provincesThe delegation told the PMK leader that although the civil war ended 16 years ago Sri Lanka continues to engage in what they termed structural genocide of Tamils through land grabs demographic engineering militarisation and suppression of dissentThe PMK leader said that despite the formal end of the conflict in May 2009 living conditions for Eelam Tamils remain troublingThe denial of meaningful political autonomy combined with economic hardship has left communities frustrated and disillusioned he addedRecalling the provisions of the 1987 IndiaâSri Lanka Accord Ramadoss emphasised that the agreement clearly mandated the devolution of powers to Tamils through provincial councilsYet nearly four decades later no substantial authority has been transferred the PMK leader saidHe noted that the 13th Constitutional Amendment introduced under pressure from India remains largely ineffective because it functions within a unitary frameworkSri Lankas Supreme Court has ruled on 32 occasions that genuine powersharing cannot occur unless the unitary structure is dismantled he saidRamadoss accused the current Anura Kumara Dissanayakeled Sri Lankan government of attempting to push forward a new constitution that like earlier drafts from 2015 to 2019 would centralise authority further and uphold the SinhalaBuddhist dominanceCalling the situation critical Ramadoss urged the Union government to intervene diplomatically to prevent the passage of such a ConstitutionOnly a federal system that recognises the sovereignty of the Tamil homeland and protects their right to selfrule can fulfil the spirit of the IndiaâSri Lanka Accord and end ongoing oppression the PMK leader asserted IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pmk-leader-ramadoss-calls-for-federal-structure-in-sri-lanka-says-unitary-system-failed-tamils-655225.html Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bangladesh-pakistan-military-pact-in-works-intel-flags-possible-nuclear-dimension-655301.html New Delhi Dec 23 Bangladesh is in the process of formalising a military deal with Pakistan which is similar to the lines that Islamabad signed with Saudi Arabia Since Muhammad Yunus was appointed caretaker of the interim government in Bangladesh ties between the two countries have plummeted to new depths Dhaka has consistently tried moving away from India and inched closer towards Islamabad even if it meant that the ISI used Bangladesh as a breeding ground for radicals and terroristsIndian agencies are keeping a close watch on the developments as Bangladesh and Pakistan get ready to formalise a military deal An official explained that if the deal goes through the military cooperation between the two countries would end up becoming a formal institutional pactThis would mean that the two countries would conduct joint military exercises and also share Intelligence Pakistan even suggested nuclear capabilities would be available but the Saudi officials have been ambiguous in their responseOfficials say that Pakistan may make similar exceptions to Bangladesh and there is every chance that Dhaka may take this offer This is a worrying aspect in terms of security for IndiaThere has been a marked shift in bilateral relations between Pakistan and Bangladesh since Sheikh Hasina was ousted following a massive uprising last August last year The two countries are now working on a Mutual Defence Agreement and a joint mechanism has been established to finalise the draftOfficials say that the two countries are looking to finalise the agreement before the conduct of the February elections Even the Bangladesh Army is keen on this agreement and has been making a major push in this direction Once this agreement is finalised both countries will engage more in militarytomilitary engagement with each other Both nations would also agree upon strategic coordinationOver the last eight months multiple rounds of talks have been held between top military officials of both countries Bangladesh and Pakistan both feel that the agreement should be similar to the one signed between Saudi Arabia and IslamabadOfficers of the Army Navy and Air Force of both countries frequented each others countries multiple times The Bangladesh Army in particular is keen on going ahead with this deal officials tracking the developments said Currently there are several military memorandums of understanding MoUs in place that cover training professional exchanges and capacitybuilding measuresWhile at first it was decided that the final draft would be prepared and the final agreement would be signed after the Bangladesh elections however there appears to be a change of plan For the ISI Yunus or JamaateIslami must remain at the helm The situation would be tricky if there is a Bangladesh National Party BNP came to power post the elections The BNP has been inclining more towards India in recent months There is every chance of the deal not going through if the BNP wins the elections and India can exert influenceAnother official says that this explains the constant need to incite violence in Bangladesh so that the elections are postponed This would give both nations ample time to go ahead with the deal Currently the opinion polls suggest a narrow lead for the BNP in the elections over the Jamaat Both countries would analyse the election trends before proceeding any further However the information that the Indian agencies have suggests that both Dhaka and Islamabad would want to finalise this deal before the elections take place IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bangladesh-pakistan-military-pact-in-works-intel-flags-possible-nuclear-dimension-655301.html Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/karnataka-police-deny-permission-for-vijay-hazare-trophy-match-at-chinnaswamy-stadium-655306.html Bengaluru Dec 23 Karnataka Police have denied permission for the Vijay Hazare Trophy match between Delhi and Andhra Pradesh at Chinnaswamy Stadium citing serious safety and crowd control concerns The decision was taken after a thorough inspection by Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar officials from the Greater Bengaluru Authority and the Fire Department who raised critical gaps in venue infrastructure and emergency preparednessBengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh made the statement in this regard on Tuesday while addressing media personsThe committee had gone to the stadium on Monday on the instructions of the Home Department Officers from various departments including fire Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company Bescom Greater Bengaluru Authority GBA and police had inspected the stadium As per the report from the officers permission has not been granted for the match on Wednesday at the Chinnaswamy Stadium The committee has also given a detailed report Commissioner Singh statedThe Bengaluru City Police Commissioner had already issued a 17point advisory outlining mandatory safety measures The committee verified whether these points have been complied with and submitted its findings to the governmentPolice sources stated the stadium gates were too narrow to handle large crowds especially with Virat Kohli expected to attendSources further revealed that in a lastditch effort Karnataka State Cricket Association KSCA President Venkatesh Prasad met with state Home Minister G Parameshwara pleading for an exception but authorities stood firmParameshwara announced on Monday that a committee was formed to inspect and assess whether the Chinnaswamy Stadium is fit to host the Vijay Hazare Trophy cricket matchThe minister chaired a meeting at the Vidhana Soudha with officials from the Karnataka State Cricket Association KSCA and senior police officers to discuss arrangements for the upcoming matchKSCA has requested permission to hold the Vijay Hazare Trophy match without allowing public spectators Only the match will be conducted and no audience will be permitted Parameshwara had saidNotably 11 people were killed in a stampede near the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru during the Royal Challengers Bengalurus RCB victory celebrations on June 4 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/karnataka-police-deny-permission-for-vijay-hazare-trophy-match-at-chinnaswamy-stadium-655306.html Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/22-maoists-carrying-total-rs-148-crore-reward-surrender-in-odisha-655341.html Bhubaneswar Dec 23 In a major development 22 members of the banned CPI Maoist organisation including 10 women laid down their arms before the Odisha Police in Malkangiri district on Tuesday All the LeftWing Extremists LWE belonging to the Chhattisgarh cadre surrendered before the Odisha Police in the presence of Director General of Police DGP Odisha YB Khurania during a special programmeThe surrendered Maoist cadres carried a combined reward of around Rs 148 crore according to the Malkangiri Police sourcesThe cadres also surrendered nine firearms comprising one AK47 rifle two INSAS rifles one SLR rifle three 303 rifles and two singleshot riflesThe surrendered Maoists include 19 members of the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee DKSZC two cadres of the AndhraâOdisha Border Special Zonal Committee AOBSZC and one member of the Gadchiroli Area CommitteeIn an official statement the Odisha Police said the surrendered cadres renounced violence severed all links with extremist activities and chose to join the mainstream expressing faith in the democratic processSpeaking to media persons DGP Khurania highlighted the Revised Surrender and Rehabilitation Scheme recently announced by the state governmentHe said Maoists active in various areas have been urged to abandon violence and join the mainstreamKhurania added that the government would provide all necessary assistance for the rehabilitation of the surrendering extremistsOur Surrender and Rehabilitation Scheme is the best in the country making all necessary arrangements for the rehabilitation of Maoists As a successful outcome of this scheme 22 Maoists including one Divisional Committee Member six Area Committee Members and 15 CPI Maoist party members surrendered in Malkangiri today Khurania saidHe expressed hope that other extremists still active in the state would also lay down their arms and shun violenceThe Odisha DGP also praised various wings of the Odisha Police and the Central Armed Police Force for their efforts to eliminate LeftWing Extremism in the stateHe further informed that around 60 to 70 ultras are currently active in Odisha and added that the state police have made all arrangements to prevent the entry of Maoists from neighbouring states into Odisha IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/22-maoists-carrying-total-rs-148-crore-reward-surrender-in-odisha-655341.html Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/terrorism-all-other-criminal-activities-under-strict-vigil-of-jampk-police-dgp-nalin-prabhat-655145.html Jammu Dec 22 Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police DGP Nalin Prabhat said on Monday that terrorism and all other forms of criminal activities will always remain under the strict vigil of the UTs police force Inaugurating the 14th police martyrs memorial T20 cricket tournament 20252026 in Kathua the DGP said that whether it is drugs gangsters mafia or any other kind of crime especially terrorism everything will remain in the sight of the police gunHe said that the constant aim and objective of the police is to stamp out all such antinational and antisocial activities in Jammu and KashmirJammu and Kashmir Police and the security forces have been carrying out aggressive operations against terrorists their over ground workers OGWs sympathisers drug smugglers and those involved in hawala money racketsThe coordinated operations are aimed at dismantling the complete ecosystem of terror by eliminating its support systemDrug smugglers and those involved in hawala money rackets are also on the radar of the police and the security forcesIt is believed that funds generated by these unlawful activities are used for sustaining terrorism in Jammu and KashmirThe duties to check infiltration exfiltration drug smuggling and drone activities initiated from across the border are manned by the army and the Border Security Force BSF in Jammu and KashmirThere is a 740Km long line of control LoC manned by the army and the 240Km long international border in Jammu and Kashmir manned by the BSFThe LoC was spread across Baramulla Bandipora and Kupwara districts of the Valley and Poonch Rajouri and partly in JammuThe international border is situated in Jammu Kathua and Samba districtsRegular periodic security review meetings are chaired by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha wherein security preparedness and achievements are reviewed and discussedUnion Home Minister Amit Shah is regularly briefed on the security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir and the achievements made in eliminating the scourge of terrorism in the union territory IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/terrorism-all-other-criminal-activities-under-strict-vigil-of-jampk-police-dgp-nalin-prabhat-655145.html Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:41:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/crime-rate-up-by-154-pc-in-greater-hyderabads-rachakonda-commissionerate-655161.html Hyderabad Dec 22 The overall crime rate in Rachakonda Commissionerate one of the three police commissionerates in Greater Hyderabad has gone up by 154 per cent during the year 2025 The commissionerate which is spread over urban semiurban and rural areas recorded 30040 cases during the year up from 28626 cases registered during 2024Bodily and other offences went up from 22357 cases in 2024 to 27342 in 2025 Kidnapping cases also increased from 463 to 579 during the same periodPropertyrelated offences including robbery house burglary and automobile theft recorded a declineRachakonda Police Commissioner G Sudheer Babu on Monday released the annual report which also reveals that the overall crime against women has gone up by four per centCrimes against women likes dowry murders dowry deaths abetment to suicide harassmentdomestic violence and rapes have declined by 25 per cent However kidnappings molestation and POCSO cases rose by 52 per centCybercrime cases declined by about 19 per cent in 2025 compared with the previous year A total of 4618 cybercrime cases were reported in 2024 which came down to 3734 cases in 2025Investment fraud parttime job scams unauthorised transactions APK file frauds and digital arrest scams account for the majority of cybercrime casesThe police refunded or returned Rs 4010 crore to victims of cyber frauds during the yearPolice Commissioner said 955 cyber awareness programmes were conducted reaching more than one lakh people across the commissionerateDrugs worth Rs 20 crore were seized including 2090 kg of Ganja A total of 256 cases were booked under the NDPS Act and 668 accused were arrestedThe number of road accidents increased from 3207 in 2024 to 3488 in 2025 The commissionerate reported 659 deaths in the accidents a marginal increase compared to last year 653According to the report the number of accidents on Outer Ring Road ORR went up from 52 in 2024 to 76 in 2025 The number of deaths increased to 80 from 31 in the previous yearThe Police Commissioner said this year their strategy was anchored in the VQT Principle Visible presence Quick response and Technologyled initiativesServing a vast area of 5122 square kilometres and a population of 64 lakh citizens we have demonstrated that effective humane policing can transcend scale and complexity he saidThis years success rests on a dual pillar of firm enforcement and citizencentric compassion Operational efficiency is evident in the registration of 33040 cases and disposal of 25643 78 per cent reflecting a system focused on timely justice the Commissioner added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/crime-rate-up-by-154-pc-in-greater-hyderabads-rachakonda-commissionerate-655161.html Mon, 22 Dec 2025 18:02:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/intelligence-warns-of-isi-plot-to-push-lakhs-of-infiltrators-into-india-via-bangladesh-655187.html New Delhi Dec 22 In the wake of the unrest in Bangladesh Indian intelligence agencies have sounded a very high alert along the border fearing a massive spillover of illegal immigrants However officials also say that as security agencies there are too busy controlling the situation in their country many proISI outfits are already planning a massive infiltration bid into India The idea would be to send in lakhs of people near the Indian border with a clear intention of overwhelming the system The push would be harder closer to the elections in West Bengal and this is the time to watch out for the Intelligence agencies sayThe elections in West Bengal would be hard fought one and the security agencies are anticipating some level of violence The ISI would take advantage of the scenario and then try to push scores of illegal immigrants at that timeIt is a very sinister plot that is being hatched in Bangladesh officials say The Indian security agencies would have to handle this situation very carefully While trying to overwhelm the system with illegal immigrants the ISI is also looking to push as many terrorists as possible at the same timeThe plan is to push in both Bangladeshis and Rohingya at the same time While on one hand the ISI is attempting massive demographic changes in West Bengal and the northeastern states on the other it wants to send in many terrorists into these regionsSince the ISI increased its influence in Bangladesh post the ouster of Sheikh Hasina it has trained dozens of terrorists with the specific intention of sending them into IndiaAn Intelligence Bureau official says that the risk of infiltrations are at the lowvisibility routes and riverine gaps in Assam Tripura and West Bengal Further these elements would try to take advantage of the forest cover in these regions as well the official addedThe ISIbacked groups in Bangladesh over the months identified scores of Rohingyas and took advantage of their financial duress They are picked up and then sent to da edicated camp Most of them are trained in terrorrelated activity Security officials say that these camps which have been in the making for over a year now house thousands of desperate Bangladeshis and Rohingyas They are lured with financial benefits and then trapped into joining a terror outfitThe camps that have been set up are divided into two While one camp comprises people who are only meant to infiltrate and enforce demographic changes the other comprises trained terroristsAnother official says that the plan is not just restricted to West Bengal and the northeastern states Over a period of time once the infiltrations take place these elements would be sent to other parts of the country such as Jammu and Kashmir the southern states and MaharashtraThis has been the plan in the making ever since Pakistan lost the war with India in 1971 Pakistan realised that a conventional war with India would not yield any results and there should be another way to stress the system In 1973 the Research and Analysis Wing learnt that the JamaateIslami and ISI hatched a plan whereby they would enforce mass infiltrations of illegal immigrants into India The idea was to enter India and then enforce demographic changes This would then lead to insecurity among the majority community and eventually communal clashes would eruptThe plan was not entirely successful because Bangladesh has had several dispensations that have been friendly with India However today the situation has changed and the ISIbacked Jamaat is completely in charge after Hasinaâs ouster For the ISI which has been planning this operation for a year there is no better time than now to execute this plan The regime in Bangladesh is proPakistan and hence it would not stand in the way of the ISI and Jamaat to execute its plan officials say IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/intelligence-warns-of-isi-plot-to-push-lakhs-of-infiltrators-into-india-via-bangladesh-655187.html Mon, 22 Dec 2025 19:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-residents-in-poonchs-border-villages-happy-over-proposed-increase-in-bunkers-655194.html Jammu Dec 22 A ground assessment by the Ministry of Home Affairs MHA on the need for bunker construction in border villages of Poonch a border town situation near the Line of Control LoC has brought joy to the faces of local villagers The bunkers serve as a strong bulwark for the villagers during times of military conflict between India and Pakistan military conflict as they take refuge here Owing to the regionâs vulnerability in the border region the locals had been demanding more bunkers for the safety of their loved ones and familiesThe Home Ministry has sought information from all District Development Commissioners DDCs in Jammu and Kashmir regarding the need and number of bunkersThe villagers of Jalas and Salotri located near the LoC in Poonch district are overjoyed that their demands have been paid heed to and the process has begun in this directionVillagers welcoming the Home Ministryâs decision expressed hope that the construction of bunkers begins in the district soon and as many private bunkers as possible are raised for their safetyHaji Ali Akbar a resident of Jalas said This was a very old demand of ours Our area is near the border which puts us at risk If we get bunkers we will be safe and able to protect ourselves even in wartime situationsâSatinder Kumar Sharma of Jalas said The MHA has sought information from the district administration regarding the need for bunkers This has brought us great joy Even if there is a war with Pakistan we will be safe in these bunkers I want to thank the Home Minister on behalf of my village panchayat and all the peopleKetan Bali another resident of Jalas said The MHA has paid attention to our yearsold demand for bunkers and has sought information from the district administration The district administration will convey our needs for single bunkers and community bunkersWe demand that the bunkers be constructed as soon as possible The Indian Army is stationed at the border and during firing we have to leave our homes and run away but if there are bunkers near us we wont have to leave our homes he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-residents-in-poonchs-border-villages-happy-over-proposed-increase-in-bunkers-655194.html Mon, 22 Dec 2025 20:40:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bangladeshi-youth-arrested-from-west-bengals-hooghly-for-entering-india-illegally-655017.html Kolkata Dec 21 A youth from Bangladesh has been arrested in West Bengals Hooghly district the police said on Sunday The youth is accused of illegally residing in India for a long timeThe police arrested the youth on Saturday night after receiving a complaint from local residentsAccording to police sources the accused man has been identified as Riyad HasanHe originally hails from Barishal in BangladeshAfter questioning him it was revealed that the youth came to Kolkata nearly three years ago through an agentHe had no valid documents with him police addedAt first the accused youth stayed in the Tollygunge area in KolkataHowever recently he moved to the Hooghly district and had been living in the Tinna area of ââPandua for some timeLocal residents became suspicious and informed the policeThe Pandua police arrested the youth on Saturday nightA case has been registered against the accused Bangladeshi man on charges of illegal entering the countryNo visa or passport was found in his possession police saidAmid the violent situation unfolding in Bangladesh and the Special Intensive Revision SIR exercise in West Bengal the arrest of a Bangladeshi infiltrator has become a cause for concernFor last one month several illegal residents from Bangladesh were caught living in Bengal for a long timeMeanwhile the police are investigating why the youth from Barishal was here and whether he has any relatives or acquaintances illegally residing in IndiaRiyad was produced before the Chinsurah court on Sunday where the police sought his custodyKalyan Sarkar the Additional Superintendent of Police of Hooghly Rural Police District said A resident of Bangladesh was illegally residing here He has been arrested We are investigating the reason why he came to Pandua We are also trying to find out through whom he came to the country and for what purpose IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bangladeshi-youth-arrested-from-west-bengals-hooghly-for-entering-india-illegally-655017.html Mon, 22 Dec 2025 03:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/punjab-police-arrest-army-deserter-from-nepal-border-heroin-hand-grenade-seized-654879.html Chandigarh Dec 20 Punjab Policeâs Special Operations Cell of Mohali have apprehended an Army deserter Rajbir Singh alias Fauji from Raxaul town located near the IndoNepal border in Motihari in Bihar while he was attempting to flee the country via Nepal and recovered 500 grams heroin and one hand grenade from his possession said Director General of Police DGP Gaurav Yadav on Saturday The development came close on the heels of the arrest of his associate Chirag a resident of Kashi Ram Colony in Fazilka and 407 grams of heroin along with one 9MM pistol were recovered from his possessionThe latter was operating as a courier for accused Rajbir and played a significant role in channelising the proceeds of drug trafficking back to him thereby acting as a crucial link in the narcotics supply chainDGP Yadav said preliminary investigation of the arrested accused Rajbir revealed that he joined the Indian Army in 2011 and deserted in February 2025 after he and his associates were booked in an espionage case registered under Sections 3 4 and 5 of the Official Secrets Act in AmritsarInvestigation has further established the role of both the arrested accused persons in the conspiracy behind the grenade attack on a Women Police Station in Sirsa in Haryana said the DGP adding the accused Rajbir and Chirag had delivered the hand grenades to Gurjant Singh of Amritsar Rural who has since been arrested by Haryana Police and also channelised financial assistance through ChiragThe funds provided to Gurjant were further passed on to the assailants and were utilised for carrying out the said grenade attack he addedAssistant Inspector General D Sudarvizhi said the probe has also revealed that in 2022 accused Rajbir came in contact with some Pakistanbased entities through social media and instead of access to heroin consignments he began supplying sensitive and confidential military information and introduced other Army personnel to these handlers Following the registration of the case Rajbir absconded and used Nepal as a hideout frequently moving between Punjab and Nepal and continued his drug trafficking operations she saidShe said Rajbir further disclosed that his Pakistanbased handlers were facilitating his escape from India to Europe via NepalAfter obtaining transit remand the accused was brought to Punjab she added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/punjab-police-arrest-army-deserter-from-nepal-border-heroin-hand-grenade-seized-654879.html Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-three-minors-injured-in-bomb-blast-in-tengnoupal-explosives-recovered-in-other-districts-654888.html Imphal Dec 20 At least three minor boys were injured after an unexploded bomb went off in Manipurâs Tengnoupal district on Saturday officials said A police official in Imphal said that the explosion occurred at Molnoi Kuki tribal inhabited village near Pallel in Tengnoupal district when the children were allegedly playing with an old mortar shell The injured have been identified as Henugao Baite 10 Jamgunsei Baite 8 and Ngamguang Haokip 8 The police quoting a report from the Tengnoupal district which borders Myanmar said that the injured minors were immediately rushed to the Assam Riflesâ 26 Battalion hospital for medical treatment The condition of one of the injured children is stated to be critical The police suspect that the unexploded device was a 2inch mortar shell reportedly fired during earlier KukiMeitei clashes in the area Meanwhile a hand grenade was recovered near the gate of Liberal College at Luwangshangbam under Heingang Police Station in Imphal East district on Saturday A team of the Manipur Police Bomb Disposal Squad retrieved the explosive and later carried out a controlled detonation at Marjing Mamang Chingol No organisation has so far claimed responsibility for placing the grenade and the motive behind the act remains unclear In another incident a para shell bomb was discovered during excavation work at the Maibam Chonjon Singh Stone Crusher located at Khamaran village under Sekmai Police Station The Manipur Police Bomb Disposal Squad subsequently defused and safely detonated the explosive at Tendongyan Maharabi Loukon Meanwhile security forces arrested three women drug peddlers all residents of Khergao Yumkhaibam Leikai in Imphal East district One of the arrested women was identified as Syed Nezia Sultan alias Abema 38 from whom a 12bore DBBL shotgun 12 soap cases of heroin weighing approximately 140 grams and Rs 70410 in cash were seized Another accused Yumkhaibam Sonia 23 was found in possession of 37 vials containing heroin weighing around 60 grams and highly addictive methamphetamine tablets Yaba weighing approximately 43 grams The third accused Khulakpham Farjina alias Jina 33 was arrested with 112 capsules of SpasmoProxyvon IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-three-minors-injured-in-bomb-blast-in-tengnoupal-explosives-recovered-in-other-districts-654888.html Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/security-beefed-up-across-kolkata-amid-bangladesh-unrest-654937.html Kolkata Dec 21 As the situation in neighbouring Bangladesh worsens security has been tightened in Kolkata with instructions for quick action in case of any apprehension of unrest Kolkata Police Commissioner Manoj Verma has instructed that the flames of violence in Bangladesh must not reach Kolkata in any way said police sources on SundayThe Commissioner held the Kolkata Polices monthly crime meeting on Saturday where the issue of unrest in Bangladesh was also discussedAccording to sources the Police Commissioner clearly said that if there is any apprehension of unrest in Kolkata stemming from the current disturbances in Bangladesh immediate action must be taken Besides maintaining special surveillance in sensitive areas under the Kolkata Police jurisdiction strict vigilance has been ordered in the city and especially in the suburban police station areasThe instructions were given after going through intelligence reportsThe commissioner has clearly said that police stations will have to remain vigilant and increase surveillance Reports of any disturbance must be acted upon immediately The sensitive areas must be monitored as part of special measures said the police sourceThe directive from the city police chief came after violence erupted in Bangladesh following the death of a youth leader thereThousands of protesters took to the streets of Dhaka on Friday after the death of Sharif Osman Hadi 32 was announced Several buildings in the national capital including those housing the countryâs two leading newspapers were set on fire according to authorities with staff trapped inside Earlier a Hindu man was lynched and his lifeless body was tied to a tree and set on fireThe security caution comes as Kolkata is witnessing an atmosphere as Christmas is approaching followed by the New Year The Commissioner has alerted the police stations regarding maintaining law and order and ensuring security during this time Night parties are held on Christmas and New Years Eve and the streets remain crowded with people throughout the night The police have been instructed to keep a close watch to prevent any incidents of molestation or indecent behaviour towards womenInstructions have also been given to take action against drunk drivers The Police Commissioner has directed local police stations to conduct regular searches and raids on hotels and guest housesIn addition several incidents of fire in the city were also discussed in the monthly meeting the sources added ââInstructions have been given to review the licenses of warehouses storing flammable materials Accordingly all police stations have been instructed to collect information on the number of warehouses storing flammable materials in their respective areas and the types of flammable substances stored there The commissioner has directed that necessary action must be taken against any warehouse found to be violating regulations IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/security-beefed-up-across-kolkata-amid-bangladesh-unrest-654937.html Sun, 21 Dec 2025 14:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/isis-dhaka-cell-plots-bangladesh-chaos-eyes-west-bengal-and-northeast-india-654800.html New Delhi Dec 20 The involvement of the Dhaka Cell a unit created by the ISI in Bangladesh has cropped up following the huge violence that broke out in the country this week The Dhaka Cell was created within the Pakistan High Commission specifically to oversee the grooming of terrorists and radicals in Bangladesh The larger intention however is Indiaspecific The Dhaka Cell is not an ordinary unit an Intelligence Bureau official says The Cell was created a couple of months back following the visit to Dhaka by Pakistanâs Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza Indian agencies have learnt that the unrest in Bangladesh following the staged murder of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi was orchestrated by the Dhaka Cell It has also been learnt that the Dhaka Cell since its creation in October has been planning an unrest on a very large scale It was just waiting for the right timing to stage the violence and the plan was set in motion the moment it became clear that the elections would be held in February 2026 an official added The Dhaka Cell is similar to the one that the ISI had created in Sri Lanka The cell in Sri Lanka also operated from the Pakistan High Commission and its intention was to create terror modules in South India It had also set the prices in motion with many terror operatives conducting reconnaissance in Chennai and other places However this module was busted by the National Investigation Agency NIA in 2014 The cell in Bangladesh comprises officers from the Pakistan armed forces They include a brigadier a colonel and four majors apart from officers from the Pakistan Air Force and Navy An official said that the cell was created to undertake a longpending plan of the Pakistan establishment Ever since Sheikh Hasina was ousted and the Muhammad Yunus caretaker government took over the ISI began plotting the return of a pre1971 Bangladesh Experts say that Pakistan has still not got over the humiliation that its armed forces faced during the Liberation War The war that the Indian armed forces won led to the creation of the new country of Bangladesh Since then multiple attempts have been made but each time Islamabad has failed With Yunus at the helm and with the JamaateIslami in complete control the ISI felt that this was the best time to execute its plan The ISI found success when Sheikh Hasina was ousted She was standing in the way of the ISI making Bangladesh its playground While the ISI did play a role in the student uprising last August it furthered its activities once Sheikh Hasina fled the country An Intelligence Bureau official says that the Dhaka Cell is in for a long haul Its first agenda is to create as much unrest as possible in Bangladesh For that it would need to ensure that the Jamaat wins the election and if it feels that it is not possible then the next best option is to delay the elections The larger agenda for the ISI is however India It wants to create strong terror cells in West Bengal and the Northeastern states In order to do so it would look to stress the Indian security system so that infiltrations would become easier The Dhaka Cell would be very active in the months to come as it is planning something major ahead of the West Bengal elections scheduled for MarchApril next year The plan is to incite violence and cause unrest in Bangladesh at regular intervals At the same time the ISI would increase activity along the border with India to push infiltrators Indian security officials say that they are wellprepared for the situation that lies ahead The job ahead is hard but we are capable of handling it an official said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/isis-dhaka-cell-plots-bangladesh-chaos-eyes-west-bengal-and-northeast-india-654800.html Sat, 20 Dec 2025 14:41:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/hadi-murder-and-managed-chaos-agencies-flag-bid-to-stoke-anti-india-sentiments-in-bangladesh-delay-polls-654592.html New Delhi Dec 19 Bangladesh is on the edge following the killing of Sharif Osman Hadi a top leader of the Bangladesh student uprising last year While more information on the killers is yet to be revealed Indian agencies are of the opinion that the killing may be an internal hit The murder led to widespread violence in Dhaka and those targeted included proIndia individuals the neutral media Hindus and Awami League supporters and properties belonging to the partyIf one looks at the pattern in which the events have unfolded it is clear that all this has been engineered with two intentionsOne an attempt is being made to delay the elections Secondly it is a clear intention to engineer antiIndia sentimentsThe opinion polls currently show that the JamaateIslami is inching closer to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party BNP while the experts believe that if the elections are conducted in a proper manner then the BNP would come out topsThis is something that neither the ISIcontrolled Jamaat nor the interim government chief Muhammad Yunus would wantPost the uprising by the students which ousted the Sheikh Hasina government the National Citizens Party NCP was formed The students who led the uprising are the ones who formed the party and today they realise that they stand no chance in the electionsThe NCP has the complete backing of Yunus and hence he too would want the elections delayed so that the party that he backs gets the time to gain groundAn official said that the narrative that is being built up currently is that it is not safe to hold elections in Bangladesh This also suits the ISIâs narrative as it gets to meddle at will in the country for longerEverything that has unfolded in Bangladesh in the last 24 hours looks completely managed the official also addedEvery incident is being given a political colour and this has led to violence at the drop of a hatOne also has to look at the manner in which an antiIndia sentiment is being built up using such violent incidentsHadi was openly antiIndia in his stance and he never made any bones about it Attempts are being made in Bangladesh to pass off the murder as one which was carried out by proIndia elements This would automatically anger a large majority If the people are angered then it becomes easier for the radicals to instigate and fan violence across the country officials pointed outIn Chattogram stone pelting was reported at the Deputy High Commissionâs office as well as the residence Videos are in circulation that show the radical and militant elements at workIn Dhaka a radical group attempted to march to the Indian High Commission They broke through the barricades raised antiIndia slogans and issued threats They were however contained by the policeAgency officials say that there is a deliberate attempt to internalise the issue and portray India in a poor light The aim is to make it look as though India is the focal point of this public angerIt also became increasingly clear that the violence and the manner in which it was managed were institutional in nature as the law enforcement agencies remained inactive in several zonesTrouble in the bordering country is never good news when it comes to internal security Further New Delhi would have a lot of countering to do as Bangladesh tries to built up a false narrative only with the intention of instigating antiIndia sentiments officials say IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/hadi-murder-and-managed-chaos-agencies-flag-bid-to-stoke-anti-india-sentiments-in-bangladesh-delay-polls-654592.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/hm-amit-shah-discusses-constitution-of-port-security-bureau-for-ships-654594.html New Delhi Dec 19 IANS Union Home Minister and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Friday led discussions on constitution of a dedicated body Bureau of Port Security BoPS for the security of vessels and port facilitiesnbspDuring the meeting Home Minister Shah emphasised the need to establish a robust port security framework across the country and directed that security measures should be implemented in a graded and riskbased manner taking into account vulnerabilities trade potential location and other relevant parametersThe meeting was attended by the Union Minister for Ports Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal and Union Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan NaidunbspHome Minister Shah noted that lessons learned from the maritime security framework would be replicated in the aviation security domainnbspThe BoPS is proposed to be constituted as a statutory body under the provisions of Section 13 of the newly promulgated Merchant Shipping Act 2025 an official statement saidnbspThe Bureau headed by a Director General would function under the aegis of the Ministry of Ports Shipping and Waterways and would be responsible for regulatory and oversight functions relating to the security of ships and port facilities it addednbspThe Bureau modelled on the lines of the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security BCAS would be headed by an IPS officernbspDuring the transition period of one year the Director General of Shipping would function as the BoPS Director GeneralThe BoPS would also ensure timely analysis collection and exchange of securityrelated information with a special focus on cyber security including a dedicated division to safeguard port IT infrastructure from digital threatsnbspIn order to strengthen port security infrastructure the Central Industrial Security Force CISF has been designated as a Recognised Security Organisation for port facilities with responsibility for undertaking security assessments and preparation of security plans for portsThe CISF has also been mandated to train and build the capacities of Private Security Agencies PSAs engaged in port securitynbspThe statement said that these agencies would be certified and appropriate regulatory measures will be introduced to ensure that only licensed PSAs operate in this sector https://dailyworld.in/security/hm-amit-shah-discusses-constitution-of-port-security-bureau-for-ships-654594.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/tragic-event-giriraj-singh-on-violent-protests-in-bangladesh-654595.html New Delhi Dec 19 Reacting to the violent protest in Bangladesh that left at least four people injured Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Friday described the incident as a tragic event Speaking to reporters outside the Parliament Union Minister Singh said This is a tragic event It is especially concerning for those who frequently speak about secularism within India Such incidents raise serious questions and should be reflected upon carefullyCongress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat also reacted to the situation and termed it unfortunateThe Congress MP said It is certainly regrettable that Bangladesh a country India helped establish is now taking a stand against us The current situations in Nepal and Sri Lanka and earlier in Pakistan highlight the importance of diplomatic responsibilityHe also added that the Union government must handle relations with neighbouring countries cautiouslyPeace comes through strength and that strength is crucial I believe the Union government should take a firm stand and ensure appropriate action Bhagat saidMeanwhile violence erupted outside the Indian Assistant High Commission in Bangladeshs Chittagong leaving at least four people injured including two police officersThe unrest broke out following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi Spokesperson of the radical group Inqilab Mancha local media reportedAccording to the police the protesters gathered outside the Indian missions office in the Khulshi area of Chittagong hurling bricks vandalising the office premises in the early hours of FridayChittagong Metropolitan Police CMP Commissioner Hasib Aziz said that the police intervention resulted in a chase and counterchase between law enforcement officers and the protestersHe added that those injured in the violence were taken to Chittagong Medical College HospitalAziz said that police detained people at the spot who are likely to be booked under the AntiTerrorism Act according to the Bangladeshi daily Dhaka TribuneEarlier on Wednesday the Ministry of External Affairs MEA summoned Bangladesh High Commissioner to India Riaz Hamidullah to convey New Delhis strong concerns over the deteriorating security environment in BangladeshAccording to the MEA the Bangladeshi envoys attention was drawn specifically to the activities of some extremist elements who have announced plans to create a security situation around the Indian mission in DhakaIndia outrightly rejected the false narrative sought to be created by extremist elements regarding certain recent events in BangladeshThe MEA expressed concern that the Muhammad Yunusled interim government in Bangladesh has neither conducted a thorough investigation nor shared meaningful evidence with India regarding the violent incidentsIndia called on the Yunusled interim government to ensure the safety of Indian missions and posts in Bangladesh in keeping with its diplomatic obligations IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/tragic-event-giriraj-singh-on-violent-protests-in-bangladesh-654595.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/japan-reiterates-commitment-to-non-nuclear-policies-654609.html Tokyo Dec 19 The Japanese government on Friday reiterated its commitment to nonnuclear policies rejecting remarks made by a security official who had suggested that the country should possess nuclear weapons While addressing a press conference on Friday Japans Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said that the governments policy is to maintain the three nonnuclear principles which ban possessing producing or allowing the introduction of nuclear arms Japans leading Kyodo News Agency reportedLawmakers from both the ruling and opposition parties have demanded replacing the official who suggested that Japan should deviate from its nonnuclear principles His remarks came at a time when Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is said to be considering a review of the nonnuclear principlesWhen asked whether the official in question should continue at their post Kihara said he will refrain from reacting to each and every media reportHe noted that Japans stance remains to carry on realistic and practical measures to achieve a world without nuclear weapons for the purpose of maintaining and strengthening the global nuclear disarmament regime under the Nuclear NonProliferation Treaty as it is the only nation which has suffered atomic bombing during a warKihara said Since the end of the war our country has consistently contributed to the peace and prosperity of the international community There is no change in this stanceHis remarks came after an official while speaking to reporters on Thursday said I think we should possess nuclear weapons while speaking to reporters At the same time the official indicated that such a move was unrealistic and denied discussing reviewing the nonnuclear principles with Japanese PM TakaichiEarlier in November Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi sidestepped a commitment to maintain Japanâs commitment to not producing possessing or hosting nuclear weapons over apparent concerns regarding the nuclear umbrella Japans Three NonNuclear Principles have been formulated in 1967Addressing opposition lawmakers in Japanese Parliament Takaichi said that âit is not yet at the stageâ where she could âdefinitively stateâ that the wording of the principles will remain the same Japanbased The Japan Times reported Her remarks came as her government prepares to revise Japans national security documents by the end of 2026 However she stated that her administration for the time being would adhere to the pledgeShe said At this stage the government maintains the Three NonNuclear Principles as a policy guideline IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/japan-reiterates-commitment-to-non-nuclear-policies-654609.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-monitoring-dumping-security-concerns-as-china-increases-footprint-in-volatile-bangladesh-654611.html New Delhi Dec 19 The current volatility in Bangladesh is a matter for great concern among patients in need of urgent expert medical attention While the country features among Indias major visa operations overseas applications under medical category constitutes a huge chunkA Parliamentary Committee report on Future of IndiaBangladesh Relationship has noted that among visas currently being issued medical visas have been prioritised accounting for about 80 per cent of the total volume Further easing of the number of visas will be undertaken in consultation with concerned External Affairs Ministry after taking various factors into consideration it addedBangladeshs ongoing political crisis has significantly disrupted overall travel and trade with many reports indicating around 90 per cent drop in travel to IndiaMedical tourism was notably affected but is still allowed under visa exceptionsBusinesses such as guesthouses and hospitals near border cities have seen a steep decline in patients and visitors from Bangladesh reflecting this disruptionWhile expressing concern over the increasing Chinese footprint in Bangladesh particularly in infrastructure development port expansion and defence cooperation the Committee flagged the growing influence of countries like China in the medical sector in BangladeshHowever as the report also noted the Indian government will need to develop strategies to counter this influence without compromising our security concernsThe Indian government has said that it is monitoring such developments closely and while medical visas continue to be issued it will be also be considered in the context of the security situation if so requiredSince the recent political upheaval and resignation of Bangladeshs Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina trade between the two countries has faced multiple disruptionsDhaka imposed curbs on Indian imports including staple goods like yarn and rice resulting in New Delhi responding by restricting imports from Bangladesh through all Northeastern land portsKey Bangladeshi exports especially readymade garments worth hundreds of millions of dollars annually are now limited to sea ports such as Kolkata and Navi Mumbai increasing costs and transit timeThese reciprocal measures have strained bilateral trade but have not stopped it entirely with Bangladeshs exports to India even showing some growth despite challengesBut the geopolitical shifts following the regime change in Bangladesh have led to warming ties between Dhaka and China causing India to take a cautious stance reflected in trade restrictions and ending certain transit agreementsThe Parliamentary Committee has flagged the reported issue of dumping of Chinese goods particularly fabrics into India through Bangladesh under the cover of preferential market access provisions available to Bangladesh under the South Asian Free Trade Area SAFTAIncidentally as the report noted Bangladesh is Indias biggest trade partner in South Asia while New Delhi is the second largest trade partner for Dhaka in AsiaIndiaBangladesh bilateral trade has registered a substantial increase in the last 10 years it added where export from India in 20242025 accounted for about 11456 million and import was around 2005 million against 6451 million and 621 million in 20142015 respectivelyIn 20232024 the figures stood at 11066 million and 1845 million respectivelyAt present Bangladeshs forex shortages and rising inflation have complicated its trade capacityDespite rising nationalist rhetoric and the overhaul of some policies the deep economic interdependence means trade volumes remain substantial and resilient highlighting the need for diplomatic and economic collaboration to maintain stability in bilateral relationsDespite the critical statements against India from Bangladeshs interim leadership in international forums New Delhi continues to monitor the situation closely balancing geopolitical sensitivities with economic prioritiesThe regional economic stability of South Asia depends on resilient mechanisms that can endure political changes preserving vital trade and travel links between Bangladesh and India IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/india-monitoring-dumping-security-concerns-as-china-increases-footprint-in-volatile-bangladesh-654611.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 17:02:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/south-korean-president-orders-security-ministers-meeting-to-coordinate-north-korea-policy-654632.html Seoul Dec 19 South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Friday instructed officials to arrange a securityrelated ministers meeting to better coordinate the governments North Korea policy the presidential office said The instruction came after Lee attended closeddoor policy briefings from the foreign and unification ministries according to presidential spokesperson Kim Namjun Yonhap News Agency reportedLees instruction comes amid apparent policy direction differences between the ministries in their North Korea policies under the new administrationThe foreign ministry has traditionally emphasized the importance of consultation and coordination with Washington when dealing with Pyongyang while the unification ministry has largely prioritized interKorean dialogue separate from US involvementLee said differing views among ministries should be viewed positively noting that each ministry having its own position helps broaden policy options when choosing diplomatic and security strategies according to KimEarlier in the day South Koreas Unification Minister Chung Dongyoung said the ministry aims to take a leading role in establishing policies toward North KoreaIn a policy briefing to South Korean President Lee Jae Myung Chung said the ministry which is in charge of relations with Pyongyang would strengthen its leading role as a party directly involved in the Korean Peninsula issueChung also said international sanctions imposed on North Korea over its illegal nuclear and missile programs have effectively lost their bite adding the ministry will seek sanctions relief in a bid to reengage the countryIn order to buttress interKorean and multilateral exchanges and cooperation the ministry plans to discuss and seek the relaxation of sanctions Chung told the briefingThere are some arguments calling for the strengthening of sanctions on North Korea but realistically sanctions against Pyongyang have lost their effectiveness the minister saidNorth Koreas trade with China which accounts for most of Pyongyangs external commerce now goes partly unscreened while the regime regards sanctions as the most hostile action against it he said as the rationale for seeking sanctions reliefSeeking dialogue with North Korea while keeping sanctions against them in place would not be acceptable to Pyongyang he noted IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/south-korean-president-orders-security-ministers-meeting-to-coordinate-north-korea-policy-654632.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 18:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/eastern-army-commander-reviews-security-on-mizoram-and-tripura-border-654633.html AgartalaAizawl Dec 19 Amid the volatile situation in Bangladesh Eastern Command Commander Lt Gen RC Tiwari along with General Officer Commanding Lt Gen Abhijit S Pendharkar visited the IndiaBangladesh border areas in Mizoram and Tripura to review the prevailing security situation and preparedness along the frontier A post on the X handle of the Eastern Command of the Indian Army on Friday said âLt Gen RC Tiwari Army Cdr EC along with Senior Military Officers visited the company operating Base of Assam Rifles and BSF under Spear Corps at Parva in Mizoram to review the security situation along the IndoBangladesh Borderâ âArmy Cdr EC lauded the Assam Rifles and BSF troops for their steadfastness resilience and a high level of operational preparednessâ the post said Both Lt Gen Tiwari Lt Gen Pendharkar accompanied by senior Army officials visited southern Tripuraâs Belonia and reviewed the situation along the border Four Indian northeastern states of Tripura 856 km Meghalaya 443 km Mizoram 318 km and Assam 263 km share a 1880km border with Bangladesh BSF has been guarding the IndiaBangladesh border Tripura shares an 856kmlong border with Bangladesh surrounded on three sides by the neighbouring country making it highly vulnerable to smuggling and other crossborder crimes Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha earlier on the day Friday said that the Indian government is closely monitoring the evolving situation in Bangladesh and is fully prepared to deal with any eventuality The Chief Minister said that following the exit of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina a series of disturbing and destructive incidents have been reported in the neighbouring country Reacting to the prevailing situation CM Saha said the Tripura government has been regularly sending detailed reports to the Centre on developments arising from the unrest across the border âDreaded terrorists criminals and individuals involved in various crimes have been released from Bangladeshi jailsâ CM Saha who also holds the Home portfolio told the media on the sidelines of a government event Stating that India and its armed forces are always prepared to handle any situation the Chief Minister said the Union Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is fully aware of the developments in Bangladesh and is keeping a close watch on the situation âOur drone surveillance systems have made significant advancements The S400 mobile longrange surfacetoair missile SAM system has already demonstrated its capabilitiesâ CM Saha said adding that security arrangements and all necessary measures along the border are robust and wellequipped IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/eastern-army-commander-reviews-security-on-mizoram-and-tripura-border-654633.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 18:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/eastern-army-commander-reviews-security-along-india-bdesh-border-in-mizoram-tripura-654636.html AgartalaAizawl Dec 19 Amid the volatile situation in Bangladesh Eastern Command Commander Lt Gen RC Tiwari along with General Officer Commanding Lt Gen Abhijit S Pendharkar visited the IndiaBangladesh border areas in Mizoram and Tripura to review the prevailing security situation and preparedness along the frontier A post on the X handle of the Eastern Command of the Indian Army on Friday said âLt Gen RC Tiwari Army Cdr EC along with Senior Military Officers visited the company operating Base of Assam Rifles and BSF under Spear Corps at Parva in Mizoram to review the security situation along the IndoBangladesh BorderââArmy Cdr EC lauded the Assam Rifles and BSF troops for their steadfastness resilience and a high level of operational preparednessâ the post saidBoth Lt Gen Tiwari Lt Gen Pendharkar accompanied by senior Army officials visited southern Tripuraâs Belonia and reviewed the situation along the borderFour Indian northeastern states of Tripura 856 km Meghalaya 443 km Mizoram 318 km and Assam 263 km share a 1880km border with Bangladesh BSF has been guarding the IndiaBangladesh borderTripura shares an 856kmlong border with Bangladesh surrounded on three sides by the neighbouring country making it highly vulnerable to smuggling and other crossborder crimesTripura Chief Minister Manik Saha earlier on the day Friday said that the Indian government is closely monitoring the evolving situation in Bangladesh and is fully prepared to deal with any eventualityThe Chief Minister said that following the exit of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina a series of disturbing and destructive incidents have been reported in the neighbouring countryReacting to the prevailing situation CM Saha said the Tripura government has been regularly sending detailed reports to the Centre on developments arising from the unrest across the borderâDreaded terrorists criminals and individuals involved in various crimes have been released from Bangladeshi jailsâ CM Saha who also holds the Home portfolio told the media on the sidelines of a government eventStating that India and its armed forces are always prepared to handle any situation the Chief Minister said the Union Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is fully aware of the developments in Bangladesh and is keeping a close watch on the situationâOur drone surveillance systems have made significant advancements The S400 mobile longrange surfacetoair missile SAM system has already demonstrated its capabilitiesâ CM Saha said adding that security arrangements and all necessary measures along the border are robust and wellequipped IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/eastern-army-commander-reviews-security-along-india-bdesh-border-in-mizoram-tripura-654636.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 18:25:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/all-you-need-to-know-about-shanti-bill-2025-and-indias-nuclear-sector-reforms-654660.html New Delhi Dec 19 The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India SHANTI Bill 2025 approved by the Parliament earlier this week consolidates and modernises Indias nuclear legal framework with the objective to support the countrys cleanenergy transition aimed at achieving the longterm goal of 100 GW nuclear energy capacity by 2047 The Bill permits private companies to participate in Indias nuclear sector enabling them to undertake plant operations power generation equipment manufacturing and selected activities such as the fabrication of nuclear fuel including conversion refining and enrichment of Uranium235 up to such threshold value or production use processing or disposal of other prescribed substancesIn addition all activities that involve radiation exposure must obtain prior safety authorisation from the regulatory authorityAt the core of the Bill lies a strong emphasis on maintaining Indias strategic control over its nuclear ecosystemEven as the sector opens up to private participation the Bill ensures that critical functions remain firmly under sovereign oversightThe union government retains exclusive authority over the nuclear fuel cycle waste management and all securityrelated operationsThe reforms reinforce safety standards and enhance Indias nuclear governance framework for future expansionUnder the Bill certain sensitive nuclear fuelâcycle activities are reserved exclusively for the Central government or its wholly owned institutionsThese include enrichment or isotopic separation of prescribed or radioactive substances unless otherwise notified management of spent fuel such as reprocessing recycling radionuclide separation and highlevel waste handling production and upgradation of heavy water and any other facilities or activities specifically notified by the Union governmentIt establishes a structured system for granting suspending or cancelling licences and safety authorisations for nuclear energy production and useIn contrast to existing laws that impose a single statutory cap on operator liability the SHANTI Bill establishes a graded liability frameworkUnder this framework the limits on operator liability are detailed in the Second Schedule of the Bill and vary according to the type and characteristics of the nuclear installationThe Bill provides a regulatory framework for the use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare agriculture industry research and other peaceful applicationsIt allows exemption from a license for limited activities like research development and innovationrelated workThe Bill also introduces a practical and balanced civil liability regime for addressing nuclear damage and provides for a dedicated Commission to handle cases involving severe nuclear damage and ensure timely adjudicationIt grants formal statutory recognition to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board AERB to strengthen regulatory independence and authority and improves systems for security safeguards quality assurance and coordinated emergency preparedness and responseThe Bill vests exclusive acquisition rights with the Central government in specific cases related to nuclear activitiesIt also establishes an Atomic Energy Redressal Advisory Council to facilitate the redressal of disputes IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/all-you-need-to-know-about-shanti-bill-2025-and-indias-nuclear-sector-reforms-654660.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:15:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/terrorists-ogws-and-supporters-must-be-treated-alike-jampk-l-g-654465.html Jammu Dec 18 Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that gunwielding terrorists their overground workers OGWs supporters and those intimidating common citizens must all be dealt with in the same manner Addressing the Viksit BharatSecurity Dimensions UTlevel conference in Jammu the Lieutenant Governor said there should be no distinction in action against terrorists and those who enable or support themThe Lieutenant Governor chaired the UTlevel conference organised on the lines of the annual DGPsIGPs conferenceIn his address Sinha said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah the UTlevel security conference would serve as a hub for deliberation and collaboration to develop a wholeofgovernment approach to counter terrorism in all its formsHe noted that during the DGPsIGPs conference held in Raipur earlier this year detailed discussions were conducted on the theme âViksit Bharat Security Dimensionsâ reflecting the Government of Indiaâs commitment to transforming policing institutions to meet the demands of a rapidly changing security environmentThe Lieutenant Governor underlined the need for coordinated action against terrorists their enablers and ideologues to dismantle the entire terror ecosystem and eliminate safe havensThe real security gains achieved since 2019 must be defended and every single terrorist and their supporter operating in the Valley forests hills or villages must be neutralised Sinha saidHe said that over the past six years the security grid has been significantly strengthened and that the coordinated efforts of the Jammu and Kashmir Police the Army intelligence agencies and Central Armed Police Forces CAPFs have led to a sharp decline in terrorist violence the number of active terrorists and recruitmentâArmed terrorists their supporters OGWs and elements intimidating common citizens should be treated equally We must ensure they pay a very heavy price for their actionsâ the Lieutenant Governor saidHe also discussed strategies to counter evolving threats enhance intelligence capabilities and build a nextgeneration security grid to address newage challengesâThe security threat landscape has undergone profound changes in recent years We must shift from reactive to proactive security strategies and use advanced tools such as artificial intelligence to counter terrorism terror financing radicalisation and narcoterrorismâ Sinha saidThe oneday UTlevel security conference was attended by senior officials from the JampK Police intelligence agencies civil administration and the CAPFs IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/terrorists-ogws-and-supporters-must-be-treated-alike-jampk-l-g-654465.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ndaa-directs-us-agencies-to-counter-chinas-influence-in-indian-ocean-region-654497.html Washington Dec 19 The US Congress has directed American agencies to counter what it describes as âmalign Peopleâs Republic of China influence activitiesâ in the Indian Ocean region under the National Defence Authorisation Act NDAA for fiscal year 2026 signed into law by President Donald Trump The legislation signed on Thursday authorises the establishment of an AmbassadoratLarge for the Indian Ocean Region within the State Department with responsibilities that include identifying and reinforcing US diplomatic and interagency engagement to counter âmalign Peopleâs Republic of China influence activitiesâ in the region and across countries in the areaUnder the Act the ambassador would be responsible for ensuring coordination and continuity of US diplomatic efforts and assistance programmes across countries in the Indian Ocean region while identifying diplomatic military economic and development lines of effort deemed of strategic interest to the United StatesThe Indian Ocean provision is part of a broader IndoPacific framework in the FY26 NDAA that emphasises competition with China across the military economic and strategic domains The law repeatedly emphasises the need to strengthen the US posture partnerships and coordination in response to regional aggression and malign influenceIn addition to the Indian Oceanspecific mandate the NDAA includes provisions to prevent Chinese military companies from circumventing US restrictions through thirdparty countries It also requires enhanced oversight and reporting on entities affiliated with the Chinese military security services and statelinked organisationsThe Act further directs US agencies to assess global competition with China in the civil nuclear sector including Chinaâs participation in nuclear fuel markets and its role across the nuclear supply chain These assessments are to be included in reports to Congress on US diplomatic engagement and negotiations related to civil nuclear cooperation agreementsWithin the IndoPacific region more broadly the NDAA extends funding for the Pacific Deterrence Initiative authorising continued investment in military posture infrastructure readiness and capabilities under US IndoPacific Command It also mandates efforts to strengthen multilateral defence coordination expand informationsharing and enhance maritime domain awareness among US allies and partnersThe legislation calls for a strategy to strengthen multilateral defence in the IndoPacific by expanding coordination through bilateral and multilateral forums increasing the scope and scale of military exercises and improving commandandcontrol structures among partner nationsWhile China is not named in every provision multiple sections of the Act refer explicitly to the Peopleâs Republic of China as a strategic competitor whose activities require a coordinated US response particularly in the IndoPacific and Indian Ocean regionsPassed annually the NDAA sets US defence policy funding levels and oversight requirements The FY26 law underscores Congressâs focus on countering Chinaâs influence and expanding US diplomatic and security engagement across strategically critical maritime regions including the Indian Ocean IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ndaa-directs-us-agencies-to-counter-chinas-influence-in-indian-ocean-region-654497.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:25:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/cordon-and-search-operations-on-in-several-villages-of-jampks-rajouri-654561.html Jammu Dec 19 Joint security forces on Friday started searches at many villages of JampKâs Rajouri district after reports of suspicious movement in these areas officials said Officials said that the joint forces including the JampK Police and its Special Operations Group SOG the army and the CRPF has started searches at many villages of Rajouri after the reports were receivedSearches were started around midnight after security forces received reports of suspicious movement in some villages located between the Thanamandi and Manjakote subdivisions of Rajouri Armys Rashtriya Rifles JampK Police and the SOG cordoned off these villages and started searches there The operation continues in these villages and the adjacent Behroti Gali area also an official saidâThere are no reports of contact between the joint forces and the terrorists so far the official addedOn December 15 joint security forces had started a cordon and search operation in Udhampur district following reports of suspicious movement A fierce encounter broke out between the joint forces and the terrorists in the village on December 16 in which one policeman was martyred and a terrorist was reportedly injuredJoint forces had intelligence inputs about the presence of 2 to 3 terrorists of the JaisheMohammad JeM terror outfit in the areaAfter a sustained gunfight the terrorists reportedly escaped into a nearby forest area adjacent to the village The operation was extended to the forest area but no contact was established with the terroristsThe encounter had originally broken out in Soan village in the Majalta area of Udhampur The martyred policeman was identified as Amjad Ali KhanJoint forces have been carrying on aggressive antiterrorist operations across Jamp targeting terrorists their overground workers OGWs and sympathisersThis is part of the revised strategy aimed at dismantling the complete support system of terrorism in JampKDrug smugglers and those involved in hawala money rackets are also on the scanner of the security forces as it is believed that funds generated by these unlawful activities are finally used to sustain terrorism IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/cordon-and-search-operations-on-in-several-villages-of-jampks-rajouri-654561.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/cordon-and-search-operations-on-in-several-villages-of-jks-rajouri-654566.html Jammu Dec 19 IANS Joint security forces on Friday started searches at many villages of JampampKs Rajouri district after reports of suspicious movement in these areas officials saidnbspOfficials said that the joint forces including the JampampK Police and its Special Operations Group SOG the army and the CRPF has started searches at many villages of Rajouri after the reports were receivednbspSearches were started around midnight after security forces received reports of suspicious movement in some villages located between the Thanamandi and Manjakote subdivisions of Rajouri Armys Rashtriya Rifles JampampK Police and the SOG cordoned off these villages and started searches there The operation continues in these villages and the adjacent Behroti Gali area also an official saidThere are no reports of contact between the joint forces and the terrorists so far the official addednbspOn December 15 joint security forces had started a cordon and search operation in Udhampur district following reports of suspicious movement A fierce encounter broke out between the joint forces and the terrorists in the village on December 16 in which one policeman was martyred and a terrorist was reportedly injurednbspJoint forces had intelligence inputs about the presence of 2 to 3 terrorists of the JaisheMohammad JeM terror outfit in the areaAfter a sustained gunfight the terrorists reportedly escaped into a nearby forest area adjacent to the village The operation was extended to the forest area but no contact was established with the terroristsnbspThe encounter had originally broken out in Soan village in the Majalta area of Udhampur The martyred policeman was identified as Amjad Ali KhannbspJoint forces have been carrying on aggressive antiterrorist operations across Jampamp targeting terrorists their overground workers OGWs and sympathisersThis is part of the revised strategy aimed at dismantling the complete support system of terrorism in JampampKnbspDrug smugglers and those involved in hawala money rackets are also on the scanner of the security forces as it is believed that funds generated by these unlawful activities are finally used to sustain terrorism https://dailyworld.in/security/cordon-and-search-operations-on-in-several-villages-of-jks-rajouri-654566.html Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/inside-the-isi-playbook-jamaat-ncp-and-the-plan-to-rig-the-bangladesh-elections-654339.html New Delhi Dec 18 The elections in Bangladesh are set to take place on February 12 and Indian agencies are keeping a close watch as there are reports of widespread violence ahead of the crucial polls An Intelligence Bureau official said that attempts are being made not only to incite violence in Bangladesh but also ensure that it spills into IndiaWith the Awami League barred from contesting the polls the battle is a direct one between the Bangladesh Nationalist Party BNP and the JamaateIslamiOpinion polls suggest that the battle would be a close one as the support for the Jamaat is growing at a rapid paceOfficials say that the job to provoke and incite violence has been handed over to the National Citizen Party NCPPakistans ISI wants the Jamaat to play the role of the good cop and focus on electoral issues while the NCP would play the bad cop and incite violenceThe situation in Bangladesh is alarming warn Indian officialsFollowing the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government and the appointment of Muhammad Yunus as the head of the interim government ties between Dhaka and New Delhi have nosedived Officials say that Yunus is just a puppet of the Jamaat and the shots today are being called by the ISIThe ISI is unhappy that New Delhi has been in touch with the BNP leadership The BNP too has indicated that it wants to have good relations with India and this has made Pakistan restlessUnder Hasina who shared strong ties with India the ISI was unable to operate in Bangladesh However with the Jamaatbacked Yunus at the helm Pakistan has had its way and made Bangladesh its playgroundThe ISI fears that if the BNP does come to power its role would be limited as the party would look to mend ways with India Under the previous BNP government ties were strained as New Delhi accused the Bangladesh government of harbouring extremists who posed a threat to the Northeastern states The BNP wants to amend this and seeks to have solid ties with IndiaThe very fact that the BNP decided not to ally with the Jamaat as it had done in the past is an indication that it wants to mend ties with IndiaIntelligence Bureau officials say that Pakistan would use every tool at its disposal to drum up a strong antiIndia sentiment It would also look to incite violence ahead of the elections The aim is to rig the polls and create fear in the minds of the people so that the Jamaat has an advantageThe basic idea is to scare away the BNP supporters so that only the Jamaat backers get a chance to vote officials sayThe supporters of the Awami League are more or less likely to stay away from the electionsHowever the BNP backers had decided to vote in large numbers and this is something that the Jamaat wants to preventAssessments conducted by both officials from India as well as the United States point to largescale violence in Bangladesh Attempts would be made to attack rallies of the BNP Further attacks on both Indian and US nationals in Bangladesh would be carried out the assessment further notesOfficials say that the aim would be create an atmosphere of chaos and fear so that voters opposed to the Jamaat do not reach the polling boothsThe elections are not just being held for the 300 parliamentary seats On the same day voters will also take part in a national referendum on the proposed July Charter which seeks major reforms to state institutionsAnother official explains that further attempts would be made to provoke the people against India This is a sentiment that would work well for the Jamaat supporters as they are largely antiIndia in nature Provocative statements since the Yunus takeover have been ongoingHowever a fresh controversy erupted when National Citizens Party NCP leader Hasnat Abdullah on Monday warned of isolating the northeastâs Seven Sisters and offering shelter to separatist groups if India tried to destabilise BangladeshIndia not just summoned Bangladeshâs High Commissioner in New Delhi Muhammad Riaz Hamidullah to issue a formal diplomatic protest but also closed the Indian Visa Application Centre in Dhaka citing security threats from extremist elementsOfficials say that all these are ploys by Pakistan to ensure an antiIndia sentiment in Bangladesh The larger game plan is to create a strong antiIndia sentiment so that the people are tilted towards the Jamaat and not the BNP during the elections officials also say IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/inside-the-isi-playbook-jamaat-ncp-and-the-plan-to-rig-the-bangladesh-elections-654339.html Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/op-sindoor-showcased-indias-swift-high-impact-air-power-rajnath-singh-654356.html New Delhi Dec 18 IANS Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said Indias ability to conduct swift highimpact and shortduration military operations was clearly demonstrated during Operation Sindoor asserting that the Indian Air Force IAF has emerged as a technologically advanced operationally agile and strategically confident forcenbspnbspAddressing the Air Force Commanders Conclave in New Delhi the Defence Minister praised the IAF for the courage speed and precision with which it destroyed terror camps during the operation and for effectively handling what he termed Pakistans irresponsible reaction following the strikesHighlighting the growing public trust in the Armed Forces particularly Indias air defence capabilities the Defence Minister said the calm response of citizens during attempted Pakistani attacks on Indian installations reflected confidence in the countrys operational preparedness Usually when enemy attacks people hide This time people continued with their daily routines he saidnbspEmphasising the need to constantly assess an adversarys offensive and defensive capabilities Singh urged IAF commanders to draw lessons from Operation Sindoor and remain vigilant to future challengesReferring to recent global conflicts including the RussiaUkraine war the IsraelHamas conflict the Balakot air strikes and Operation Sindoor Singh said air power has become a decisive force in modern warfarenbspAir power gives any leadership the capability to deliver a clear strategic message to the adversary that every step will be taken to uphold national interests Through speed reach and precision air power has become an effective tool for aligning the nations objectives with military means he saidThe Defence Minister reiterated the governments commitment to strengthening Indias security apparatus noting that 21stcentury warfare is increasingly driven by technology ideas and adaptabilitynbspHe stressed the growing importance of cyber warfare artificial intelligence unmanned systems satellitebased surveillance and spaceenabled capabilities along with precisionguided weapons and realtime intelligenceSingh expressed confidence that the Sudarshan Chakra announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Independence Day address will play a crucial role in protecting national assets He also said the development of indigenous jet engines has been declared a national missionHighlighting collaboration with the private sector startups and MSMEs Singh said initiatives like iDEX and ADITI are drawing young innovators into defence manufacturing He noted that as of November 2025 a total of 672 winners have emerged from 565 iDEX challenges including 96 linked to the IAFnbspDescribing Operation Sindoor as a model of triservice synergy the Defence Minister stressed the importance of jointness among the three Services He also lauded the IAFs humanitarian and disaster relief efforts in India and abroadnbspThe conclave was attended by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan and senior IAF commanders Rajnath Singh was received by Air Chief Marshal AP Singh and briefed on the IAFs operational readiness https://dailyworld.in/security/op-sindoor-showcased-indias-swift-high-impact-air-power-rajnath-singh-654356.html Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/army-chief-general-upendra-dwivedi-pitches-ikigai-framework-at-japan-hosted-land-forces-summit-654375.html New Delhi Dec 18 IANS Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Thursday virtually addressed the 3rd Land Forces Summit hosted by the Japan Ground SelfDefence Force JGSDF outlining Indias vision for deeper land power cooperation in the IndoPacific through the proposed IKIGAI FrameworknbspThe highlevel summit brought together Chiefs of Armies and senior military leaders from key IndoPacific nations including Australia Japan the Philippines Malaysia and the United States reinforcing the growing emphasis on multilateral military cooperation amid evolving regional security dynamicsIn his address General Dwivedi postulated the IKIGAI Framework as a comprehensive and structured roadmap aimed at enhancing IndoPacific land forces collaboration Drawing from a shared regional outlook the framework seeks to strengthen coordination preparedness and trust among partner armies to address both traditional and nontraditional security challengesnbspThe IKIGAI Framework rests on six core pillars These include I Interoperability and Information Sharing focusing on seamless coordination and intelligence exchange K Knowledge and Professional Military Education aimed at developing common understanding and leadership capabilities I International Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief G Generative Technological Partnerships A Assurance for Security Partnerships and I Integrated Logistics and SustainmentGeneral Dwivedi further underlined three key pillars of convergence essential for meaningful multilateral engagementShared Diagnosis Shared Principles and Shared ActionsnbspAccording to the Army Chief the IKIGAI Framework reflects a common purpose among IndoPacific nations to harness collective land power in support of regional peace stability and prosperity while respecting sovereignty and international lawHe emphasised that the IKIGAI Framework reflects a common purpose among IndoPacific nations to harness collective land power in support of regional peace stability and prosperitynbspThe Land Forces Summit is a key multilateral platform designed to strengthen ArmytoArmy defence cooperation through senior leadership engagements and structured Land Forces DialoguenbspThe forum plays a vital role in fostering mutual understanding enhancing interoperability and building longterm partnerships among participating nations amid an increasingly complex IndoPacific security environment https://dailyworld.in/security/army-chief-general-upendra-dwivedi-pitches-ikigai-framework-at-japan-hosted-land-forces-summit-654375.html Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-hc-adjourns-detained-doda-legislator-mehraj-maliks-case-to-dec-27-654392.html Srinagar Dec 18 Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court on Thursday adjourned the next hearing to December 27 of the Public Safety Act PSA detention case of Doda MLA from the Aam Aadmi Party Mehraj Malik The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has heard the PSA detention case of MLA Mehraj Malik but adjourned the hearing to December 27 after hearing the arguments from one sideThe court will hear the arguments of the other side on December 27 and then give its judgment on the PSA detention of MLA Mehraj MalikThe case has been adjourned in the past as well by the High CourtSupporters of the MLA said that they are hopeful that the case would be decided finally on its next hearing on December 27Mehraj Malik had been in news for wrong reasons when a he used unparliamentary and irresponsible comments against the District Magistrate of Doda district in a video that went viralEarlier also Mehraj Malik had reportedly misbehaved with a woman doctor during his visit to the Doda district hospitalMehraj Malik was arrested on September 8 after an online video went viral where the MLA used unparliamentary language against Doda Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh over pending dues of a localA battery of lawyers including senior advocate Rahul Pant Appu Singh Salathia M Zulkarnain Chowdhary and Joginder Singh Thakur have pleaded his caseThe lawyers had pleaded before the court that the matter should be treated as urgent because the detainee is an elected representativeThe Doda MLA is required by the people to carry out the duties of his officeThe matter deserves expeditious hearing his lawyers saidMehraj Malik has also claimed a compensation of Rs 5 crore from the respondents for violation of his fundamental rights and curtailment of his personal libertyMalik won the 2024 Assembly election from Doda as an Aam Aadmi Party AAP candidate becoming the partys only representative in the 90member AssemblyPSA is a harsh act usually invoked against secessionist and antinational elementsDrug smugglers and timber smugglers have also at times been detained under the PSAThe stringent Act allows detention of a person for a maximum period of two years without any judicial interventionIt was introduced by the then Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister late Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah in 1978 to ostensibly stop timber smugglingHowever the political motives behind the law became clearer when Sheikh Abdullah used it for the first time against political rivalsSince its usage in the late 1970s it is still being used today for the security of the stateFollowing the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir in 2019 PSA was one of the state laws which was retained under the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act 2019 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-hc-adjourns-detained-doda-legislator-mehraj-maliks-case-to-dec-27-654392.html Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bsf-seizes-cocaine-valued-at-rs-15-crore-along-india-bangladesh-border-654418.html Kolkata Dec 18 The Border Security Force BSF has seized cocaine valued at Rs 15 crore in the international illicit market from the house of a suspected narcotics smuggler near the IndiaBangladesh border in Murshidabad district of West Bengal an official said on Thursday This was an intelligencebased operation Troops of the 149th Battalion BSF posted at the Lawangola Border Outpost conducted a search at Char Binpara village under their area of jurisdiction Based on specific intelligence inputs the jawans entered the house of the suspect in the presence of two independent witnesses and carried out a search The surrounding area was also searched Barely two metres away from the house a black packet was found It contained a suspicious powder On testing the powder was found to be cocaine said NK Pandey DIG BSF South Bengal FrontierThe powder seized on Wednesday was weighed at the Border Outpost It weighed 316 grams It is estimated that the value of the narcotics is Rs 15 crore or more in the international marketThe seized material has been handed over to the concerned department for further legal processing A lookout is also being maintained for the suspect near whose house the packet was recoveredNarcotics smuggling along the border is taken very seriously as many aspects are involved in such rackets Narcotics have been linked to terror funding and gunrunning in the past These substances are often smuggled to Bangladesh from India and the BSF maintains strict vigil to prevent such crimes This particular seizure will come as a major blow to the gang involved another senior official said on condition of anonymityOfficials have urged residents of border villages to cooperate with the BSF and share information related to such crimes to ensure peace and tranquillityCriminal activities lead to unnecessary tension between border guards and the local population This is not good for families living in these areas particularly children who have the right to grow up in a crimefree society the official added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bsf-seizes-cocaine-valued-at-rs-15-crore-along-india-bangladesh-border-654418.html Thu, 18 Dec 2025 19:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/delhi-hc-orders-reinstatement-of-hiv-positive-bsf-constable-654434.html New Delhi Dec 18 The Delhi High Court has ordered the reinstatement of a Border Security Force BSF constable who was discharged from service solely on the ground that he was HIVpositive A bench of Justices C Hari Shankar and Om Prakash Shukla held that such termination was in clear violation of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Prevention and Control Act 2017 and the Rights of Persons with Disabilities RPwD Act 2016 The Justice Hari Shankarled Bench was hearing a petition filed by the constable GD appointed in April 2017 who was discharged from service in April 2019 after a medical board found him HIVpositive and undergoing Antiretroviral Therapy ART In its order the Delhi High Court noted that the petitioner was treated for HIV and abdominal tuberculosis between July 2017 and January 2018 Following a reexamination by a medical board in November 2018 the BSF issued a showcause notice proposing his discharge on the ground that he was permanently unfit for service His discharge order was later upheld by the appellate authority in October 2020 Setting aside both orders the Justice Hari Shankarled Bench held that there was not even an attempt by the BSF to comply with the mandatory requirements under Section 3 of the HIV Act Section 3 of the HIV Act contains an absolute proscription against termination from employment of a person suffering from HIV it observed unless the employer furnishes a copy of a written assessment of a qualified and independent healthcare provider establishing significant risk or unfitness along with a written statement stating the nature and extent of administrative or financial hardship for not providing reasonable accommodation Referring to the proviso to Section 3 of the HIV Act the Delhi HC said that in the absence of such compliance it would be presumed that there is no significant risk to others if the person is allowed to work in the establishment and that there is no undue administrative or financial hardship in that regard The sequitur can only be therefore that the termination of the petitioner on the ground that he was unfit to hold the post in the BSF is in the teeth of Section 3a of the HIV Act it held The Delhi High Court also endorsed the petitionerâs reliance on the RPwD Act observing that an HIVpositive employee would fall within the definition of a person with disability An HIV positive employee would unquestionably be suffering longterm physical impairment which would hinder his full and effective participation in society it said adding that Section 20 of the RPwD Act does not permit any government establishment to discriminate against any person with disability in any matter relating to employment It further said that the RPwD Act specifically prohibits dispensing with the services of an employee who acquires a disability during service and mandates reasonable accommodation including shifting the employee to an equivalent post or placing him on a supernumerary position if required Ultimately the Delhi High Court quashed the discharge order dated April 9 2019 and the appellate order dated October 9 2020 directing that the petitioner shall stand reinstated in service The petitioner would be entitled to continuity of service and all other benefits including fixation of pay but would not be entitled to back wages The writ petition stands allowed in the aforesaid terms it said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/delhi-hc-orders-reinstatement-of-hiv-positive-bsf-constable-654434.html Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/us-approval-of-massive-arms-sale-to-taiwan-amid-china-tensions-raises-regional-volatility-654439.html New Delhi Dec 18 The United States approval of a huge arms package worth more than 10 billion for Taiwan on Thursday comes on the heels of China intensifying military pressure and escalating a diplomatic war of attrition against Washingtons regional allies Japan and The Philippines Beijing retaliated by asking the US to immediately cease its dangerous act of arming Taiwan where Chinas Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun said that the move severely undermines Chinas sovereignty security and territorial integrityEarlier this month the White House had indicated in a security strategy document that deterring a conflict over Taiwan ideally by preserving military overmatchThe White House document on National Security Strategy of the United States of America November 2025 said There is rightly much focus on Taiwan partly because of Taiwans dominance of semiconductor production but mostly because Taiwan provides direct access to the Second Island Chain and splits Northeast and Southeast Asia into two distinct theatresThe First Island Chain is a string of Pacific archipelagos from the Kamchatka Peninsula through Japan the Ryukyu Islands Taiwan the northern Philippines and down to Borneo and the Malay PeninsulaIt serves as both a natural barrier and a platform for power projection anchoring Washingtons alliances and containing Beijings influence in the Western PacificThe Second Island Chain refers to a strategic maritime defence line that includes Japan Guam and Micronesia which serves as a secondary defensive perimeter for the United States particularly in response to Chinas growing military capabilitiesWe will build a military capable of denying aggression anywhere in the First Island Chain But the American military cannot and should not have to do this alone contended the strategy document adding Our allies must step up and spend and more importantly do much more for collective defenceMeanwhile China has stepped up its diplomatic diatribe against Tokyo and ManilaJapans Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi had earlier said that any attack on Taiwan could trigger a military response from her countryBeijing had also reacted sharply to a reported land lease deal signed by Japans Defence Ministry for allegedly deploying a mobile surveillance radar unit on the easternmost island of Okinawa apparently to monitor the activities of Chinese aircraft carriers and airplanesMeanwhile it also charged The Philippines for intruding into Chinas sovereign airspace and watersUnder President Xi Jinping China has undertaken a vast military expansion emphasising amphibious naval and precisionstrike capabilities aiming to assert control over Taiwan which Beijing considers a breakaway provinceTaiwan governed democratically and strongly asserting its sovereignty has also intensified its military readiness through annual largescale exercisesIt extended mandatory military service invested in new defence technologies including drones and missile systems and bolstered special forcesThe White House strategy follows the security document that stated developing strong measures along with deterrence necessary to keep sea lanes open free of tolls and not subject to arbitrary closure by one countryIt added that not only did the United States need to further invest in military capabilities but also strong cooperation with every nation that stands to suffer from India to Japan and beyond if this problem is not addressedWith the two strongest economies and military powers upping their ante the situation remains volatile as tensions rise in the region IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/us-approval-of-massive-arms-sale-to-taiwan-amid-china-tensions-raises-regional-volatility-654439.html Thu, 18 Dec 2025 22:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/risk-of-us-venezuela-direct-confrontation-rises-as-maduro-defies-trumps-blockade-654294.html New York Dec 18 Defying US President Donald Trumpâs blockade of Venezuela its President Nicolas Maduro has ordered his navy to escort oil tankers raising concerns over the risk of a military confrontation Media reports of the escorts for Venezuelan tankers on Wednesday followed Trumpâs announcement on Tuesday that he had assembled âthe largest Armada ever assembled in the History of South Americaâ to enforce the blockadeIn a Truth Social post he declared Maduroâs administration a terrorist organisation derecognising it as a legitimate government in his view to try to legitimise his actionVenezuela is reported to have the biggest oil reserves in the world but its political instability and corruption combined with opposition to the West have prevented it from exploiting its resourcesAs fears of a naval confrontation between Trumpâs armada and Maduroâs navy mounted attempts were underway internationally and in the US to defuse the situationTwo resolutions in the US House of Representatives to prevent an escalation of the standoff by requiring Congressional approval failed narrowly on WednesdayWe have a president beating the drums of war without so much as a vote from the House of Representativesâ said Democrat Jim McGovern who moved one of the resolutionsThe UN Security Councilâs President Slovenia said that it has received a letter from Venezuela regarding the US actions and is consulting the members of the CouncilMaduro called UN SecretaryGeneral Antonio Guterres to discuss the situationThe UN said that Guterres âreaffirmed the United Nations position on the need for Member States to respect international law particularly the United Nations Charter exert restraint and deescalate tensions to preserve regional stabilityâMexicoâs President Claudia Sheinbaum said the UN âmust assume its role to prevent any bloodshed and to always seek the peaceful resolution of conflictsâTrump had narrowed the impact of his blockade to âghostâ ships that are already under sanctions and operate surreptitiously leaving open the possibility of other ships operating unhindered for nowOne of the âghostâ ships the Skipper was seized last week on high seas by the US Coast Guard making it a civil action as that force is not part of the military and falls under Attorney General Pam Bondiâs jurisdictionThe ship was reportedly on its way to Cuba when Coast Guards rappelled down from helicopters and took control of itThe tankers sailing out on Wednesday were reportedly headed to Asia and were not a part of the âghostâ fleet targeted by TrumpBut China one of Venezuelaâs biggest customers accused the US of âbullyingâChinaâs Foreign Minister Wang Yi said âChina believes the international community understands and supports Venezuelaâs position in defending its legitimate rights and interestsâTrump has committed himself to seeing Maduro who was accused of engineering his reelection last year through fraud out of powerHe has accused the country of endangering the security of the US through its drug exports and by sending over criminals from its prisonsThe confrontation started in September when Trump ordered a campaign against boats allegedly transporting drugs to the USSo far about 25 boats have been bombed and about 80 people have been killed IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/risk-of-us-venezuela-direct-confrontation-rises-as-maduro-defies-trumps-blockade-654294.html Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/air-india-express-flight-bound-for-kozhikode-makes-emergency-landing-in-kochi-654308.html Kochi Dec 18 A major aviation mishap was averted on Thursday when an Air India Express flight carrying around 160 passengers made an emergency landing at Kochi in Kerala after developing a technical snag midair The flight AIE 398 had originated from Jeddah in Saudi Arabia and was bound for KozhikodeThe pilot detected issues with the aircraftâs landing gear while en route Acting swiftly the pilot sought permission for an urgent diversion and emergency landing at the Cochin International AirportAirport authorities immediately activated full emergency protocols after receiving the distress callThe aircraft landed safely at around 907 am with fire and rescue teams medical staff and security personnel positioned along the runway as a precautionary measureFollowing the landing a detailed inspection of the aircraft revealed that two of its tyres had burst confirming the seriousness of the malfunction and underlining the timely decision taken by the flight crew to divert to KochiThe Cochin International Airports Limited CIAL officials coordinated the emergency response and postlanding procedures ensuring passengers were safely escorted to the terminalSources at the airport said all emergency systems were operational and functioned as plannedAll passengers have since been accommodated in the airport lounge as arrangements are being made for their onward journeyAir India Express officials said efforts are underway to either operate an alternative flight to Kozhikode at the earliest or make suitable ground transport arrangementsIn the event of flight delays or cancellations the airline has assured that passengers will be transported by road to Kozhikode which is approximately a sevenhour drive from Kochi Airline representatives are also coordinating refreshments and assistance for passengers as they await further updatesThe incident once again highlighted the importance of swift decisionmaking by flight crews and the readiness of airport emergency systems which together helped avert what could have been a serious accident IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/air-india-express-flight-bound-for-kozhikode-makes-emergency-landing-in-kochi-654308.html Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:40:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/crpf-trooper-dies-of-suspected-cardiac-arrest-in-jampks-anantnag-654324.html Srinagar Dec 18 A trooper of the Central Reserve Police Force CRPF posted at Jammu and Kashmirs Anantnag railway station died of suspected cardiac arrest during the night officials said on Thursday Officials identified the CRPF trooper as Lakhwinder Singh 55 son of Ajaib Singh and a resident of PunjabSingh was posted with 90 Battalion E Company at Anantnag Railway Station when he diedâHe reportedly lost consciousness while on duty and was immediately shifted to the Government Medical College GMC Anantnag for treatment Doctors at GMC Anantnag said he had died of suspected cardiac arrest Further investigation and inquest proceedings have been initiated by policeâ officials saidSecurity forces discharge their duties in extreme winter cold conditions in the Kashmir Valley and despite heating arrangements inside their living barracks most of the time the security forces are deployed on roadside dutiesSecuring roads and highways for the passage of VIPs convoys of the Army and the passage of civilians protecting VIPs sensitive installations and discharging duties alongside the local police during antiterrorist operations are included in the duties of the security forcesPeriodic leaves to rejoin families providing avenues of entertainment including sports etc are made for the deployed security forcesIn the hinterland operations against terrorists their overground workers OGWs and their sympathisers are carried out by JampK Police and the CRPF in coordination with each otherThe Army and the Border Security Force BSF are deployed at the Line of Control LoC and the international border respectively to guard against infiltration exfiltration drug smuggling and drone activities initiated from the Pakistan side of the LoC and the international borderThe CRPF also organises sports competitions and tournaments for the local youth to engage them in gainful healthy activities so that they donât fall prey to the allurement of terrorists and their handlers IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/crpf-trooper-dies-of-suspected-cardiac-arrest-in-jampks-anantnag-654324.html Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/searches-in-jampks-mansar-after-villagers-report-suspicious-movement-654095.html Jammu Dec 17 A CASO Cordon and Search Operation was launched on Wednesday by joint forces in the Mansar area of Jammu and Kashmirâs Samba district after locals reported suspicious movement in the area Officials said the locals in a village near Mansar in the district reported seeing some suspicious persons moving in the areaâA police team immediately rushed to the area and started a CASO which was later joined by personnel from the Army and the CRPF officials saidThe area includes forests agricultural fields and other locations which are being searched by the forcesThe security forces in the areas of Mansar and other places have been alertedâ the officials addedMore details were awaitedIn another antiterrorist operation carried out by joint forces in Udhampur district one policeman was killed and two others were injured on TuesdayOne terrorist was reportedly injured in the encounter with the joint forces Intelligence inputs suggest three terrorists of the JaisheMohammad JeM outfit had gone to a village in search of food after which the operation was launchedReports said that more area has been brought under the search operation as the hiding terrorists could have escaped to the forest areaThe Jammu and Kashmir Police and the security forces have been carrying out aggressive operations against terrorists their overground workers OGWs and sympathisers to dismantle the support system of terrorism in the union territoryDrug smugglers drug peddlers and those involved in hawala money rackets are also on the scanner of the security forces as it is believed that funds generated by these unlawful activities are finally used to sustain terrorism in Jammu and KashmirUdhampur has witnessed four fierce encounters between the terrorists and the security forces this year A top JeM commander belonging to Pakistan was killed in one of these encounters in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur on June 26 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/searches-in-jampks-mansar-after-villagers-report-suspicious-movement-654095.html Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bomb-threat-emails-trigger-security-alert-across-ahmedabad-schools-654103.html Ahmedabad Dec 17 Ahmedabad witnessed yet another round of bomb threat emails triggering panic and heightened security measures across the city as at least eight prominent schools received threats claiming explosives had been planted on their campuses The emails received around 10 am led to an immediate emergency response by police and school authorities marking a continuation of the disturbing trend of hoax threats targeting educational institutions in recent weeksThe schools that received the threatening emails include Zebar School in Thaltej Maharaja Agrasen School on Gurukul Road DAV International School in Makarba Nirman School in Vastrapur Zydus School in Vejalpur CBSEaffiliated Divine Child School in Adalaj Aavishkar School in Kalol and James amp Jamieson School in the KhorajKhodiyar areaUpon receiving the emails the school management promptly alerted the police control room Treating the threats with utmost seriousness teams from local police stations the Crime Branch Special Operation Group SOG Bomb Disposal and Detection Squad BDDS fire brigade and dog squads were rushed to the respective campusesAs a precautionary measure students and staff were immediately evacuated from classrooms and shifted to safe locations while school premises were sealed off for thorough checks Intensive search operations are currently underway with bomb disposal and sniffer dog teams scanning every corner of the school buildings and surrounding areasThe sudden developments sparked anxiety among parents many of whom rushed to school premises after the news spread rapidly through messages and social media Police personnel were deployed to manage crowds and reassure familiesConfirming the incident the Vejalpur Police Inspector said that multiple schools had received bomb threats via email in the morning âAll standard operating procedures are being followed So far nothing suspicious has been found but searches are ongoingâ the officer saidPolice have also launched an investigation to trace the origin of the threatening emails and identify those responsibleOfficials noted that several reputed schools in Ahmedabad have received similar hoax emails in the past but each threat is being treated as real until ruled out Security agencies remain on high alert as the investigation continues IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bomb-threat-emails-trigger-security-alert-across-ahmedabad-schools-654103.html Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/educated-people-joining-terrorism-is-worrisome-jampk-l-g-654196.html Jammu Dec 17 Lt Governor LG Manoj Sinha claimed that terrorism and corruption are big challenges in JampK while some educated people joining terrorism is a worrisome development âCorruption and terrorism are big challenges in JampK while some educated people joining terrorism is a worrisome development However JampK will be made terrorism and corruptionfreeâ claimed the LG while attending the concluding function of the workshop on Basohli paintings held in IIM Jammu He cited the example of the Northeast further claiming that terrorism had been âcompletelyâ wiped out there while the Maoism problem has also been largely âcontainedââThe security forces alone cannot contain this Everyone must make a collective effortâ he saidThe LG also claimed that the top commanders of all militant organisations have been killed in JampK while the local recruitment has ended He also said that Pakistanis are trying to facilitate infiltration but they are not getting any successâThose who are already here will be killed soon I can assure you We should stop doing âAndar walaâ and âBahar walaâ This will not serve our purpose and will lead to loss for JampKâ he saidAt the concluding function of the workshop on Basohli paintings national and local artists attended the workshop while the students of the IIM showed keen interest in the workshopMore than 400 paintings will be permanently displayed in the IIM campus to highlight the relevance and the artistic excellence of Basohli paintingsThe LG is also regularly chairing security review meetings adding that the security forces and JampK Police are carrying out aggressive operations against militants their Over Ground Workers OGWs and sympathisers to dismantle their support system in JampKDrug smugglers and drug peddlers are also on the scanners of the security forces as it is believed that funds generated by these unlawful activities are used to sustain terrorism IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/educated-people-joining-terrorism-is-worrisome-jampk-l-g-654196.html Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/six-militants-of-four-banned-outfits-arrested-in-manipur-arms-seized-654228.html Imphal Dec 17 Security forces arrested six hardcore militants belonging to four outlawed outfits in Manipur during joint operations conducted across different districts over the past 24 hours officials said on Wednesday Several arms and ammunition were also recovered during the operationsA police official on Wednesday said that six hardcore militants belonging to the banned Peopleâs Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak PREPAK the Kangleipak Communist Party KCP the National Revolutionary Front of Manipur NRFM the Peopleâs Liberation Army PLA and its sister outfit Revolutionary Peoples Front RPF were arrested from different locations in Kakching Bishnupur and Imphal West districtsSeveral mobile phones and various other materials were seized from their possession The arrested extremists were involved in the forcible collection of subscriptions from contractors government employees traders and even common peopleWith this 11 militants of four outfits were arrested by the security forces in Manipur during the past 48 hoursSecurity forces also busted an interstate narcotics racket and arrested four drug peddlers from Madhya Pradesh and Assam The four drug smugglers were arrested from the Leinaganpokpi areas in Jiribam district which shares an interstate border with southern Assam and recovered 147 kgs of narcotics and psychotropic substances including highly addictive methamphetamine tablets also known as Yaba tabletsThe arrested drug peddlers were identified as Faruk Ali 35 Mafij Uddin 29 and Hanif Ali 28 all residents of different districts of Assam and Santosh Patel 43 a resident of Sagar district of Madhya PradeshThree trucks were also seized in connection with the seizure of the drugsIntelligencebased combing cordon and search operations are being carried out extensively in different Imphal Valley and mountainous districts to nab those involved in extortion and criminal activities in the stateSecurity forces also recovered some arms and ammunition from the Churachandpur district The recovered arms include an AK series rifle with a magazine a USmade MA3 MKII rifle along with a magazine an INSAS rifle along with a magazine and a 315 rifle along with a magazine Large quantities of different types of ammunition were also recovered from these two districtsSecurity forces comprising both Central and state forces continue extensive crackdowns against militants with search operations and area domination drives underway in fringe mixed population and vulnerable areas across districts in Manipur IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/six-militants-of-four-banned-outfits-arrested-in-manipur-arms-seized-654228.html Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/soldier-dies-in-explosion-in-jampks-kupwara-653840.html Srinagar Dec 16 A soldier was killed in an explosion in Jammu and Kashmirs Kupwara district officials said on Tuesday Officials said that the soldier died on Monday in an explosion in Putaha Khan Gali of the Trehgam area of the district of the Line of Control LoCThe soldier has been identified as Havaldar Zubair Ahmad of JampK Light Infantry JAKLIâThe injured soldier was rushed to a military hospital in the Drugmulla area of Baramulla district but doctors said he was dead on arrivalâ officials saidMore details were awaitedThe officials said that the explosion occurred during road construction in the area and the soldier was accidentally critically injured in this blastThe soldiers sometimes step on preplanted landmines during patrolling near the LoC In most such accidents due to rain snow and other weather conditions these mines have been swept away from the area where they were planted Such landmines are technically called âdrift minesâAs part of the robust antiinfiltration mechanism area close to the borderLoC fencing is often mined to prevent incursion into this side of the lineJammu and Kashmir has a 740 km long LoC situated in Baramulla Kupwara and Bandipora districts of the Valley and Poonch Rajouri and partly in Jammu district of Jammu divisionThe Army guards the LoC in JampK while the 240kmlong international border situated in Jammu Samba and Kathua districts is guarded by the Border Security Force BSFThe Army and the BSF guard against infiltration exfiltration crossborder smuggling and drone activities initiated from across the borderThe JampK Police and the security forces carry out antiterrorist operations in the hinterland against terrorists their overground workers OGWs sympathisers and drug smugglersGuarding the LoC is a Herculean task especially during the winter months when heavy snowfall and avalanches hit the Army posts on the LoC resulting in casualties The temperature during both day and night remains below zero at the LoC and logistics and supplies become a big challenge for the Army in the winter months IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/soldier-dies-in-explosion-in-jampks-kupwara-653840.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/tn-police-to-get-handheld-anti-drone-guns-to-counter-emerging-aerial-threats-653861.html Chennai Dec 16 In a significant move to strengthen urban security and protect sensitive installations the Tamil Nadu Police are set to procure advanced handheld antidrone guns to counter the growing threat posed by unauthorised aerial devices The decision has been taken amid increasing use of drones particularly during VIP movements public events and highsecurity operations which security agencies now view as a potential riskSources said the new equipment will form a key component of a layered counterdrone strategy aimed at ensuring swift detection and neutralisation of rogue Unmanned Aerial Systems UAS in urban and sensitive zonesThe handheld antidrone gun is designed for rapid and portable deployment allowing security personnel to respond instantly to aerial intrusionsWeighing less than six kilograms the gun offers a jamming range of at least one kilometre and can operate effectively both during the day and at night Its primary function is to neutralise unauthorised drones by disrupting their control and navigation linksOnce activated the device jams standard remotecontrol frequencies as well as Global Navigation Satellite System GNSS signals immediately cutting off the operatorâs video feed and command capabilityOfficials said the jamming action forces the drone into a failsafe mode compelling it to either land at its current location hover in place or automatically return to its takeoff point The system is capable of defeating a target within 10 seconds of engagement making it particularly useful in timesensitive security scenariosBuilt to withstand demanding field conditions the equipment is designed to function reliably in temperatures ranging from minus 20 degrees Celsius to 50 degrees Celsius It is also resistant to dust shock and impact ensuring durability during extended outdoor operations Powered by lithium batteries the gun guarantees a minimum of one hour of continuous operation on a single chargeTo complement the jammer gun the police plan to procure a handheld drone detector that uses passive radiofrequency scanning to silently identify aerial threatsThe detector can spot drones at distances of three kilometres or more and is capable of tracking up to 10 targets simultaneously The manufacturer will be required to ensure detection of at least 99 per cent of commercially available offtheshelf drone modelsOfficials said the procurement reflects a growing emphasis on proactive aerial threat management especially in densely populated urban areas with the aim of creating a quick effective and nonintrusive response to unauthorised drone activity over sensitive locations IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/tn-police-to-get-handheld-anti-drone-guns-to-counter-emerging-aerial-threats-653861.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bomb-threat-email-triggers-evacuation-of-jaipur-hc-and-sessions-court-653914.html Jaipur Dec 16 Panic briefly gripped Jaipur on Tuesday after a threatening email claiming RDX had been planted in the Jaipur High Court was received on the official email ID of the Jaipur Sessions Court Following the threat police immediately evacuated both the Jaipur High Court and the Sessions Court and launched extensive search operations with the help of multiple security agenciesThe email warned âRDX has been planted in the Jaipur High Court Three blasts will occur Bombs have been placed in the judgesâ chambers and bathrooms Evacuate the High Court by 2 PMâ The search began around 800 AM and continued for nearly twoandahalf hours until 1030 AM Teams from the police bomb disposal squad dog squad civil defence and other security agencies thoroughly checked the court premises No suspicious object or explosive material was found officials said ACP Ashok Nagar Balaram stated âAs soon as information about the threat was received all security agencies reached the spot and the High Court was evacuated After a detailed search nothing suspicious was found It turned out to be a false threatâ Police officials said the threatening email was sent to the Sessions Courtâs official email ID leading to the immediate evacuation and search of the Sessions Court as wellDuring the initial rush the email was not read in detail and it was later found that the threat specifically mentioned the High Court not the Sessions Court As a precautionary measure search operations were conducted at both locations The Jaipur High Court has received multiple bomb threats in the past According to police records six such threats have been received this month alone all of which later turned out to be hoaxes Police have begun an investigation to trace the source of the threatening email Earlier threat mails were also sent to Hanumangarh and Chhitorgarh collectorates IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bomb-threat-email-triggers-evacuation-of-jaipur-hc-and-sessions-court-653914.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/incidents-of-maoist-violence-down-by-89-pc-in-15-years-mos-nityanand-rai-653918.html New Delhi Dec 16 The incidents of violence linked to Left Wing Extremism LWE have come down from a high of 1936 in 2010 by 89 per cent to 222 in 2025 the Parliament was informed on Tuesday Highlighting the effective implementation of the 2015 âNational Policy and Action Plan to address LWEâ Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai in a written reply in Lok Sabha said that with a drop in violence the resultant deaths of civilians and security personnel have also come down from a high of 1005 in 2010 by 91 per cent to 95 in 2025The number of LWEaffected districts reduced from 126 to 90 in April 2018 70 in July 2021 38 in April 2024 18 in April 2025 and only 11 in October 2025 with only 3 districts now categorised as Most LWE Affected the MoS saidHe said the governmentâs focus on development in tribal and remote areas has addressed the root cause of MaoismImproved law and order and security situation accompanied by investment in infrastructure has created an enabling environment for enhanced economic development including an increase in publicprivate investment he saidThe MoS said that to encourage Maoists to join the mainstream the Central and State governments have formulated comprehensive surrendercumrehabilitation policiesThe Centre also supports the States in the endeavour through âSurrender cumRehabilitationâ Policy as part of Security Related Expenditure SRE SchemeThe GoI reimburses the expenditure incurred by the LWEaffected States on the rehabilitation of those who surrender under the SRE SchemeThe rehabilitation package includes an immediate grant of Rs 5 lakhs for higherranked LWE cadres and Rs 25 lakh for other LWE cadres said RaiIn addition incentives for the surrender of weaponsammunition are also provided under the Scheme In addition provision also exists for imparting training in the tradevocation of their liking with a monthly stipend of Rs 10000 for three yearsThe affected States have further revised their Surrender cum Rehabilitation policies to make them lucrative and contemporaryOn the development front apart from the flagship schemes of the Government of India GoI several LWEaffected areasspecific initiatives have been taken with special thrust on expansion of road network improving telecommunication connectivity education skill development and financial inclusion said the MoS IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/incidents-of-maoist-violence-down-by-89-pc-in-15-years-mos-nityanand-rai-653918.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/nia-arrests-final-offender-accomplice-in-2019-ramalingam-killing-653928.html New Delhi Dec 16 The National Investigation Agency NIA has nabbed the last of the six absconding proclaimed offenders POs and also arrested one more harbourer in the Ramalingam murder case the agency said on Tuesday Mohammed Ali Jinnah of Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu was declared a PO and also carried a reward of Rs 5 lakh for his arrest since Ramalingam was hacked to death in Thanjavur TN on February 5 2019 allegedly by members of the banned Popular Front of India PFINIA investigations have revealed the role of Jinnah a former district president of PFI Thanjavur district in conspiring supervising and coordinating with other accused in the brutal killing the agency said in its press noteThe agency which caught Jinnah on the basis of information received from the ATS unit of the Tamil Nadu police on Tuesday also arrested Asmath who had harboured the POs in the case for the past several yearsJust five days ago NIA had arrested two more absconding POs and three other harbourers in the case RC062019NIADLIThe agency which had taken over the probe from Thiruvidaimaruthur police on March 7 2019 and filed the chargesheet in August 2019 is continuing to investigate the conspiracy behind the murderEarlier in August the NIA searched nine locations in Tamil Nadu and arrested Imthathullah proprietor of Ambur Biryani Hotels in Kodaikanal from Dindigul districtDuring the searches NIA arrested Imthathullah for knowingly and voluntarily harbouring absconding POs in his hotel outlets from 2021 onwardsâIncriminating documents and digital devices etc were also seized during the searches conducted in Dindugal and Tenkasi districtsâ the agency had said back then IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/nia-arrests-final-offender-accomplice-in-2019-ramalingam-killing-653928.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/woman-pushes-seven-year-old-daughter-from-building-in-hyderabad-653933.html Hyderabad Dec 16 In a shocking incident a woman allegedly pushed her sevenyearold daughter from the third floor of a residential building in Hyderabad the state capital of Telangana police officials said on Tuesday The girl later succumbed at the Gandhi Hospital while undergoing treatmentThe incident occurred in the Vasanthapuri Colony under the limits of the Malkajgiri police station of Rachakonda Police Commissionerate on Monday evening police said on TuesdayThe woman identified as Monalisa threw her daughter Sharon Mary from the buildingThe child fell on the stairs of an adjoining building and sustained grievous injuriesShe was rushed to the Gandhi Hospital in Secunderabad where she died while undergoing treatmentThe woman is said to be mentally unstableThe Police registered a case and took up the investigationAccording to the police the family has been living in Vasanthapuri Colony for last 20 yearsMonalisas husband works in a private companyMeanwhile North Zone Police of Hyderabad have successfully detected two theft cases of different police stations resulting in the arrest of accused persons and recovery of stolen gold and silver ornaments worth nearly Rs 31 lakhThe cases mainly pertain to servant thefts and house thefts wherein accused persons exploited the trust of house owners said Rashmi Perumal Deputy Commissioner of Police North ZoneMaid servant Uragadda Madhavi and her husband Uragadda Krishnaiah have been arrested for theft of a gold ornaments and gold biscuits from the house of a jeweller in Bowenpalli under the limits of Karkhana Police StationThe accused melted a portion of the stolen gold to prepare ornaments for their personal useBoth the accused were apprehended They confessed the offence and led the police to the recovery of stolen gold ornaments and melted gold pieces weighing a total of 242 tulasIn another case reported in Bollarum police station limits a maid servant was arrested for theft of gold and silver ornaments from a house where she was workingBased on the complaint police questioned the accused Jajala Sindhu and recovered stolen propertyPolice have urged all citizens to remain vigilant by thoroughly verifying the background of domestic servants before employment ensuring that valuables are kept securely locked at all times IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/woman-pushes-seven-year-old-daughter-from-building-in-hyderabad-653933.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 18:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bondi-beach-shooting-attacker-sajid-akram-had-limited-contact-with-family-in-hyderabad-653939.html Hyderabad Dec 16 Sajid Akram one of the two armed men involved in Sundayâs mass shooting at Sydneys Bondi Beach that left 16 people dead originally hails from Hyderabad but had limited contact with the family after migrating to Australia in 1998 police said on Tuesday Telangana Director General of Police B Shivdhar Reddy said that the state police has no adverse record against Akram during his stay in India prior to his departure in 1998The factors that led to the radicalisation of Sajid Akram and his son Naveed appear to have no connection with India or any local influence in Telangana the DGP said in a statementHe also stated that Telangana Police remain committed to cooperating with central agencies and other counterparts as and when requiredThe police chief urged the public and media to avoid speculation or attribution without verified factsThe mass shooting at Bondi Beach Sydney on Sunday by two perpetrators during a public Hanukkah celebration resulted in the deaths of 15 victims and one of the two attackersThe attackers have been identified as Sajid Akram 50 and his son Naveed Akram 24Reports indicate that they were inspired by ISIS ideology Further investigation in this regard is being carried out by Australian authoritiesSajid Akram is originally from Hyderabad He completed his BCom degree in Hyderabad and migrated to Australia in search of employment approximately 27 years ago in November 1998He subsequently married Venera Grosso a European origin woman before settling permanently in Australia They have one son Naveed one of the two attackers and one daughterSajid Akram carries an Indian passport as on date and his son Naveed and daughter were born in Australia and are Australian citizens according to the statement by the DGPAs per information available from his relatives in India Sajid Akram had limited contact with his family in Hyderabad over the past 27 years He visited India on six occasions after migrating to Australia primarily for familyrelated reasons such as property matters and visits to his elderly parents It is understood that he did not travel to India even at the time of his fatherâs demise the police statement saidAccording to the DGP the family members have expressed no knowledge of his radical mindset or activities nor of the circumstances that led to his radicalisation IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bondi-beach-shooting-attacker-sajid-akram-had-limited-contact-with-family-in-hyderabad-653939.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 18:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/us-embassy-in-bangladesh-issues-security-alert-says-demonstrations-can-escalate-into-violence-653690.html Dhaka Dec 15 The US Embassy in Bangladesh issued a security alert on Monday advising the US citizens in the country to practice vigilance and avoid demonstrations that can turn confrontational and escalate into violence The alert stated that political rallies and demonstrations may take place frequently as next parliamentary elections and a national referendum in Bangladesh is scheduled to take place on February 12 2026Bangladeshâs Election Commission announced that the next parliamentary election and a national referendum will occur simultaneously on February 12 2026 Political rallies and demonstrations may become more frequent and intense as the election date approaches The US Embassy in Bangladesh posted on XUS citizens should practice vigilance and remember that demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence You should avoid demonstrations and exercise caution in the vicinity of any large gatherings Actions to Take Be aware of your surroundings Monitor local media for updates Avoid crowds Avoid demonstrations it addedThe statement comes days after Sharif Osman Hadi a potential independent candidate for the Dhaka8 constituency in the upcoming February elections was shot in the head in full public view in Bijoynagar on December 12The attackers reportedly arrived on a motorcycle and fired shots at Hadi spokesperson of Inqilab Mancha a radical platform in Bangladesh who was riding a rickshaw in the Box Culvert area of Bijoynagar in DhakaHe remains in a critical condition and is being flown to Singapore on Monday for advanced medical treatmentThe attack on Friday came hours after the countrys Election Commission announced the poll schedule stating that the 13th national parliamentary election along with the July Charter referendum will be held on February 12 next yearChief Election Commissioner CEC A M M Nasir Uddin made the announcement in a prerecorded address broadcast on stateowned Bangladesh Television and Bangladesh Betar on December 11The election schedule sets December 29 as the deadline for submitting nomination papers followed by scrutiny from December 30 to January 4 The final date for withdrawal of candidature is January 26 while the election campaign is set to begin on January 22 leading Bangladeshi media outlet United News of Bangladesh UNB reportedBangladesh has witnessed an alarming rise in violence and a degrading law and order situation under the Muhammad Yunusled interim government IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/us-embassy-in-bangladesh-issues-security-alert-says-demonstrations-can-escalate-into-violence-653690.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/two-more-sentenced-to-imprisonment-in-vizag-navy-spying-case-653711.html Visakhapatnam Dec 15 A National Investigation Agency NIA Special Court here on Monday sentenced two more accused to imprisonment in the Pakistanlinked Visakhapatnam Navy spying case The two accused convicted are Somnath Sanjay Ikade of Maharashtras Ahilyanagar district and Sonu Kumar of Uttar Pradeshs Hathras districtThey were arrested in December 2019 from Karwar Karnataka and Visakhapatnam Andhra Pradesh respectivelyAccording to the NIA each of them has been sentenced to Simple Imprisonment SI of five years 11 months and 15 days under each of Section 18 of UAP Act and Section 3 of the Official Secrets ActThe Special Court at Visakhapatnam has also imposed a fine of Rs 5000 each on the duo who will have to undergo oneyear additional simple imprisonment in case of default in payment of the fineThis takes the total number of convictions in the case so far to 10Trial is continuing against the remaining five accused arrested by NIA in the caseLast month the court sentenced Kalavalapalli Konda Babu from Visakhapatnam district Andhra Pradesh and Aviansh Somal from Kangra district Himachal Pradesh to five years and 10 months of simple imprisonment each under Section 18 of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act and Section 3 of the Official Secrets ActAccording to the NIA the two men were arrested in December 2019 from Mumbai Maharashtra and Karwar Karnataka respectivelyInvestigations revealed that they had been in touch with foreign intelligence operatives via social media and messaging platforms and had shared sensitive details related to Indian defence establishmentsThe case which NIA took over from the Andhra Pradesh Polices Intelligence Department at the Counter Intelligence Police Station in Vijayawada in December 2019 relates to spying at vital installations and Indian Navy establishments by foreign spiesagentsIn June 2020 NIA had charge sheeted 14 accused persons followed by a supplementary charge sheet against one more accused person in March 2021Investigations are continuing as part of NIAs efforts to expose the full conspiracy behind the espionage that was intended to disrupt Indias unity integrity security and sovereignty IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/two-more-sentenced-to-imprisonment-in-vizag-navy-spying-case-653711.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/gunfight-on-between-joint-forces-amp-terrorists-in-jampks-udhampur-653715.html Jammu Dec 15 A gunfight broke out between the joint security forces and terrorists said to be of the JaisheMohammad JeM in JampKâs Udhampur district on Monday evening officials said IGP Jammu Bhim Sen Tuti said in a post on X that the contact was made after precise information was received from the Jammu and Kashmir Police A joint team of the Special Operations Group SOG the Army and the Central Reserve Police Force CRPF is engaged in the operationOfficials said gunshots were heard from the besieged Soan Martha village around 6 pm when joint forces launched a search operation to track down the hiding terroristsReinforcements have been rushed to the area to strengthen the cordon and neutralise the terrorists The SOG of JampK Police the army and the CRPF are carrying out the operation Till the last reports came in intermittent firing exchanges were going on in the area an official said adding that 2 to 3 terrorists of the Jaish are reportedly trapped inside the area surrounded by the security forcesJampK Police and the security forces have been carrying out aggressive antiterrorist operations targeting terrorists their overground workers OGWs and sympathisers in order to dismantle the complete support system of terrorismOn June 26 Pakistani terrorist Haider also known as Maulvi was killed in an encounter whilst three associates escaped due to poor weather conditions and the challenging terrain of Basantgarhs dense forestJampK DGP Nalin Prabhat had called Haider the topmost commander of the JeM outfit The police chief added that despite the difficult terrain in the upper reaches of Udhampur the security forces would eliminate the hiding terrorists one by one On September 19 a soldier was killed in another encounter in the district while three terrorists had managed to escape The Basantgarh area in Udhampur witnesses frequent faceoffs between terrorists and security forcesMondays exchange of fire is the third major encounter in the district IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/gunfight-on-between-joint-forces-amp-terrorists-in-jampks-udhampur-653715.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/five-fishermen-go-missing-in-bay-of-bengal-after-trawler-capsizes-on-collision-with-bangladeshi-vessel-653717.html Kolkata Dec 15 Five fishermen had gone missing after a fishing trawler carrying a total of 16 fishermen capsized at the Bay of Bengal Coast after reportedly colliding with a Bangladesh Navy ship within the Indian waters authorities said on Monday However the Indian Coast Guard whose patrolling team is trying to track the five missing fishermen has yet to confirm whether the collision took place within Indian waters which means that the Bangladesh Navy ship entered the Indian waters in an unauthorised mannerIt is learnt that the fishing trawler christened FBParamita11 went deepsea fishing on SundayOn early Monday morning it reportedly collided with the Bangladesh Navy shipThe fishermen on another fishing trawler which was near FBParamita at the time of the collision claimed that when the collision took place the visibility in the area was too low because of dense fogFollowing prompt action by the other fishing trawler 11 of the 16 fishermen travelling by FBParamita11 were somehow rescuedHowever the other five fishermen travelling on the capsized fishing trawler went missingThe information on this count surfaced after the second trawler came back to the shore and reported the matter to the state administrationThe Indian Coast Guard authorities were contacted and a search operation started at the Bay of Bengal Coast to track the five missing fishermenAt the time the report was filed the five fishermen were untraceableAlthough no statement in the matter has been issued by the Indian Coast Guard authorities as yet the Assistant Secretary of the West Bengal Fishermen Welfare Association Bijan Maiti told media persons that there is no confirmation either on whether the fishing trawler crossed the international marine border with Bangladesh or whether the Bangladesh Navy ship entered the Indian watersIn case of the second possibility the issue becomes a serious matter We have demanded a thorough investigation into the matter Maiti said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/five-fishermen-go-missing-in-bay-of-bengal-after-trawler-capsizes-on-collision-with-bangladeshi-vessel-653717.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/president-murmu-leads-commemoration-of-1971-war-victory-at-armys-at-home-653725.html New Delhi Dec 15 President Droupadi Murmu on Monday led events to commemorate the decisive victory in the 1971 War as the Indian Army organised Vijay Diwas âAt Homeâ at Army House here an official said The celebrations featured a showcase of indigenously developed technologies and niche capabilities reflecting the Indian Armyâs steady transformation into a modern innovative and selfreliant force said a statement issued by the Ministry of DefenceAs part of the Vijay Diwas celebrations the Indian Army showcased a wide range of homegrown technologies and innovations underscoring its steady transformation into a modern selfreliant and futureready forceThe displays reflected how Indian soldiers engineers startups and academic institutions are working together to develop solutions that strengthen national security while also offering strong benefits for disaster response infrastructure development and sustainability said the statementThe presence of a large number of guests including 73 Ambassadors and High Commissioners alongside Gallantry Award winners Sportspersons Achievers from varied fields and senior Indian leadership underscored Indiaâs expanding global defence engagement and the growing international confidence in the Nationâs homegrown military technologiesA key highlight of the display was an AIbased satellite imagery analysis system that helps interpret satellite pictures quickly and accuratelyInstead of manually studying images the system uses artificial intelligence to identify changes track developments and flag important observationsâDeveloped with Indian startups and academic institutions the technology supports better planning monitoring and decisionmaking While it strengthens the Armyâs awareness and preparedness the system can also support civilian agencies in areas such as disaster monitoring land management agriculture assessment and infrastructure planningâ said the statementThe initiative demonstrates how advanced technology developed for defence can directly support national developmentThe Indian Army also displayed a compact portable AI system designed to function even in areas with no internet or network connectivityThis âAIinaBoxâ allows users to analyse information plan tasks and receive decision support independently Built to work in tough conditions the system ensures that technology remains available even in remote locations said the statementDeveloped with Indian research institutions and industry partners it highlights how artificial intelligence can be adapted to Indian conditions rather than relying on imported solutions it saidThe same technology can also support disaster relief teams and emergency planners working in isolated regionsThe Indian Army also showcased Ekam AI a fully indigenous and secure artificial intelligence platform designed for sensitive environments It enables users to analyse information manage documents and support decisionmaking without dependence on foreign software or external cloud systemsThe Army also presented a drone analysis system developed in India to study recovered drones and extract useful information The tool helps understand how drones were used and supports better preparedness against emerging threats IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/president-murmu-leads-commemoration-of-1971-war-victory-at-armys-at-home-653725.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/us-europe-map-ukraine-rebuilding-plan-led-by-blackrock-world-bank-653732.html Washington Dec 15 The United States and its European partners have begun shaping a largescale economic and reconstruction plan for Ukraine with BlackRock and the World Bank playing central roles as part of ongoing peace talks aimed at ending the RussiaUkraine war a senior US administration official said on Monday Requesting anonymity the official told reporters that the developmental issue featured prominently during two days of meetings in Berlin with the Ukrainian delegation including President Volodymyr Zelensky and senior European officials as negotiators focused on ensuring Ukraineâs longterm financial viability once the fighting endsBlackRock CEO Larry Fink âhas assembled a team pro bonoâ to work on the recovery framework alongside World Bank President Ajay Banga with both teams already engaging extensively with Ukrainian counterparts The groups the official said have been âdigging inâ on the scale of Ukraineâs financial challenges and potential solutionsâThis is a very tough financial situation for themâ the senior US administration official said noting that Ukraine faces multiple and overlapping burdens after nearly four years of war These include maintaining a strong military compensating civilians whose property was damaged supporting families of soldiers killed in the conflict and rebuilding destroyed infrastructure the official notedThe official said European leaders repeatedly stressed that Ukraine is âcritical to their securityâ and that Ukraines economic stability is essential to Europeâs longterm security As a result European partners indicated there would be âstrong financial supportâ to ensure Ukraine becomes âfinancially viable and strongâ in the postwar periodThe discussions also addressed how to encourage the return of displaced Ukrainians and how to structure a postwar economy anchored in transparency and effective governance The senior US administration official said plans were being developed to âbring people back to the countryâ while ensuring âthereâs a good transparent governmentâThe official said BlackRock and the World Bank were drawing on âbest practices all throughout the worldâ to design a framework that could attract investment and donor funding while reducing corruption risks Fundraising mechanisms and sequencing of support were also discussed with European partnersAnother key topic was the issue of frozen Russian funds The senior US administration official said talks explored âhow to try and find a way to use them for reconstruction in a way that hopefully can work through an agreementâ though no final decisions have been takenThe economic track the official said is intended to complement political and territorial negotiations rather than replace them âPresident Trump is trying to save Ukraine as a country and make sure that they then have the ability to be viableâ the official said emphasizing both military sustainability and longterm prosperityThe official added that the broader objective includes creating incentives for regional stability by encouraging Russia in the event of a peace settlement to reengage with the global economy This the official said could reduce the risk of renewed conflict by shifting incentives away from war and toward economic integrationThe Berlin meetings the senior US administration official said reflected an unusually collaborative effort with Ukrainians and Europeans âin and out of the different meetingsâ and ideas shared across delegations in real timeThe RussiaUkraine war since February 2022 has devastated large parts of the Ukrainian economy displacing millions of people and leaving critical infrastructure severely damagedMajor international institutions estimate Ukraineâs reconstruction costs will run into hundreds of billions of dollars making longterm external financial backing and governance reforms central to any durable postwar settlement IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/us-europe-map-ukraine-rebuilding-plan-led-by-blackrock-world-bank-653732.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/russia-and-ukraine-edging-toward-deal-on-zaporizhzhia-nuclear-plant-us-official-653735.html Washington Dec 15 Russia and Ukraine are moving closer to an understanding on the future of the critical Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant the White House said Monday adding this is part of the detailed discussions in Berlin on restoring operations at the facility as part of broader peace talks A senior US administration official said negotiators from Ukraine Russia and Europe devoted extensive time to the issue reflecting concern over the plantâs role in energy security and postwar recoveryâThere are two different aspects of thatâ the official said pointing to how the plant would be operated and how electricity would be divided While differences remain the talks have narrowed toward a conceptual agreementâAt the end of the day they both wanted it to be repaired and functioning in a good way and providing energyâ the official said One proposal under discussion would split power output evenly with negotiators nearing agreement on a â5050 split of the powerâ described as âa good outcomeâThe Zaporizhzhia plant Europeâs largest nuclear facility has been a focal point of international alarm since fighting erupted near the site early in the war The official said restoring stable operations could serve as an early confidencebuilding step between the sidesEnergy infrastructure featured prominently in the Berlin talks which also addressed ways to stabilise other critical facilities and reduce risks that could derail a future peace The official said energy was treated as both a technical challenge and a political priorityThe discussions extended beyond the plant itself Working groups examined broader territorial and infrastructure issues including economic arrangements to ease tensions in contested areasAmong the ideas discussed was the creation of an economic free zone though the official stressed that such proposals were exploratory and not bindingâWe spent a lot of time trying to define what that would mean how it operatesâ the official said adding that once concepts are clarified âit will really be up to the parties to work out the final issuesâAccording to the official facetoface meetings in Berlin helped accelerate progress allowing negotiators to identify common ground more quickly than in earlier remote talksEuropean officials participated throughout the discussions sharing concerns about Ukraineâs energy recovery and the broader implications for Europeâs energy securityBefore the war started in February 2022 Zaporizhzhia supplied a large share of Ukraineâs electricity IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/russia-and-ukraine-edging-toward-deal-on-zaporizhzhia-nuclear-plant-us-official-653735.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/assam-rifles-key-to-peace-in-its-area-of-responsibility-arunachal-guv-653992.html Itanagar Dec 16 Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General KT Parnaik Retd on Tuesday said that through constant vigilance and robust security measures the Assam Rifles has successfully ensured peace and stability in its area of responsibility A Lok Bhavan official said that the Governor presented the Governorâs Citation to the 11th Battalion of the Assam Rifles in Itanagar on Tuesday The Citation was received by the Commandant Colonel Vivek Tripathi along with Subedar Major Lekh Raj and Rifleman General Duty Neelesh Kumar on behalf of all ranks of the Battalion Presenting the Citation the Governor commended the 11 Assam Rifles for its exceptional professionalism effective counterinsurgency operations and its humane and compassionate approach in extending timely assistance to the civil administration and the local populace Congratulating the Commandant and all ranks on behalf of the people of Arunachal Pradesh he expressed confidence that the Battalion would continue to uphold its high standards of service and dedication The Governor said that through constant vigilance and robust security measures the 11 Assam Rifles has ensured peace in its area of responsibility and also instilled a sense of safety and confidence among the people thereby creating an enabling environment for development He further observed that the Battalionâs Sadbhavana activities have played a vital role in strengthening mutual trust and harmony between the armed forces and the local communities Highlighting the larger national perspective the Governor said that the exemplary work of the armed forces significantly contributes to the vision of a âViksit Bharatâ envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and reinforces the spirit of âEk Bharat Shreshtha Bharatâ in Arunachal Pradesh Despite numerous challenges he said the 11 Assam Rifles has made commendable contributions towards peace stability and progress in the state Meanwhile a Defence spokesman said that the Governorâs Citation acknowledges the battalionâs sustained commitment to operational excellence steadfast vigilance and unwavering dedication in safeguarding peace and security in challenging terrains Over the years Assam Rifles has distinguished itself through disciplined conduct professional competence and a high sense of responsibility while carrying out counterinsurgency border management and internal security duties Consistent demonstration of courage resilience and adaptability earned the trust and respect of both civil administration and local communities Beyond operational achievements Assam Rifles in Miao and Namsai has played a vital role in fostering goodwill and harmony through civic action programmes humanitarian assistance and outreach initiativesIts personnel have extended support during natural calamities infrastructure development efforts and community welfare activities reflecting the humane and peoplecentric ethos of the force the spokesman said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/assam-rifles-key-to-peace-in-its-area-of-responsibility-arunachal-guv-653992.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/six-held-for-gang-raping-a-minor-girl-in-bengals-birbhum-654001.html Kolkata Dec 16 Six persons have been arrested in connection with the abduction and gang rape of a minor in West Bengals Birbhum district the police said on Tuesday The incident involving the alleged sexual assault of a 13yearold girl has caused an uproar in the area as the minor belongs from the tribal communityAccording to local sources on Monday night the minor girl a resident of the Mallarpur police station area in Birbhum had gone to a fair with a relativeOn her way home several youths blocked her pathBefore she could understand what was happening the men dragged her into a nearby forestIt is alleged that they gangraped the minor and then abandoned her in the forest before fleeingSoon a search for the girl began the night when the incident took placefter some time she was rescued from the forest by some local residentsThey informed the police who immediately launched an operation in the forestSix suspects were arrested from the areaA senior officer of Birbhum district police said All the accused are local residents An investigation is underway to determine if anyone else was involved besides these six The arrested men were produced before the Rampurhat SubDivisional Court We sought their custody for investigationMeanwhile the victim has been sent to Rampurhat Government Medical College for a medical examinationSpeaking to a section of local media persons the father of the victim said I knew nothing The police called and told me what had happened to my daughter I have filed a formal complaint I demand strong punishment for all those involvedThe tribal community of the district is furious over the heinous incidentRobin Soren a leader of a tribal organisation said These kinds of crimes are increasing We demand strict punishment for all the culprits immediately Our plea is that the judicial process be completed quickly and the criminals must be punished IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/six-held-for-gang-raping-a-minor-girl-in-bengals-birbhum-654001.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 23:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/six-held-for-gang-raping-minor-girl-in-bengals-birbhum-654002.html Kolkata Dec 16 Six persons have been arrested in connection with the abduction and gang rape of a minor in West Bengals Birbhum district the police said on Tuesday The incident involving the alleged sexual assault of a 13yearold girl has caused an uproar in the area as the minor belongs from the tribal communityAccording to local sources on Monday night the minor girl a resident of the Mallarpur police station area in Birbhum had gone to a fair with a relativeOn her way home several youths blocked her pathBefore she could understand what was happening the men dragged her into a nearby forestIt is alleged that they gangraped the minor and then abandoned her in the forest before fleeingSoon a search for the girl began the night when the incident took placefter some time she was rescued from the forest by some local residentsThey informed the police who immediately launched an operation in the forestSix suspects were arrested from the areaA senior officer of Birbhum district police said All the accused are local residents An investigation is underway to determine if anyone else was involved besides these six The arrested men were produced before the Rampurhat SubDivisional Court We sought their custody for investigationMeanwhile the victim has been sent to Rampurhat Government Medical College for a medical examinationSpeaking to a section of local media persons the father of the victim said I knew nothing The police called and told me what had happened to my daughter I have filed a formal complaint I demand strong punishment for all those involvedThe tribal community of the district is furious over the heinous incidentRobin Soren a leader of a tribal organisation said These kinds of crimes are increasing We demand strict punishment for all the culprits immediately Our plea is that the judicial process be completed quickly and the criminals must be punished IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/six-held-for-gang-raping-minor-girl-in-bengals-birbhum-654002.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 23:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-encounter-cop-dies-terrorist-injured-in-ongoing-gunfight-in-udhampur-653771.html Jammu Dec 16 One Jammu and Kashmir policeman was killed and a terrorist was reported to be injured on Tuesday in the ongoing antiterrorist operation in JampKâs Udhampur district Officials said that one local policeman of the Special Operations Group SOG was killed and a terrorist was believed to be injured in a gunfight in the Sohan village in Majalta tehsil of the districtThe constable has been identified as Amjad Pathan son of Bashrat Khan a resident of Salva Mendhar in Poonch district Two other SOG jawans were injuredFiring exchanges stopped in the morning but the area has been put under a tight security cordon and all escape routes for the terrorists have been pluggedThe encounter started at the village when joint forces launched a search operation following information about the presence of three terrorists believed to be affiliated with the Pakistanbased JaisheMohammad JeM outfitArmyâs Nagrota headquartered White Knight corps said on X âIn an intelligence based operation Special Operations Group SOG of JampK police and the army engaged terrorists in a gunfight in the general area of Sohan Udhampur district fire was exchanged with terrorists and operation is in progressâPolice said contact was established with the terrorists after they received precise information about them in the remote village IGP Jammu Bhim Sen Tuti said âA very small SOG team engaged the terrorists Combing of the forest has been impeded due to darkness and treacherous terrainâOfficials said the encounter took place in the cordoned village around 6 pm Monday and continued for some time resulting in injuries to one SOG jawan who later succumbed to injuries One terrorist was also believed to be injured in the initial gunfight they said adding the operation was suspended for the night and was resumed with the first lightReinforcements have been rushed to the area to strengthen the cordon and eliminate the hiding terrorists IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-encounter-cop-dies-terrorist-injured-in-ongoing-gunfight-in-udhampur-653771.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 14:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-to-pakistan-will-counter-terrorism-with-all-its-might-653776.html United Nations Dec 16 In a strong and stinging rebuttal to Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council Open Debate India served a notice to Pakistan that it will not tolerate Islamabadâs terrorism and will counter it âwith all its mightâ âLet me be clear India will counter Pakistansponsored terrorism in all its forms and manifestations with all its mightâ Indiaâs Permanent Representative P Harish said sternly on Monday local timeReacting to Pakistanâs Permanent Representative Asim Iftikhar Ahmad taking a huge detour from the topic of Security Council debate Leadership for Peace to talk about the Indus Water Treaty Harish said it will be held in abeyance until Pakistan which is a global epicentre of terror credibly and irrevocably ends its support for crossborder and all other forms of terrorismâIndia put the treaty on hold because of Pakistanâs terrorism and wars that killed tens of thousands of Indians he saidâIndia had entered into the Indus Waters Treaty 65 years ago in good faith in a spirit of goodwill and friendshipâ he said âThroughout these six and a half decades Pakistan has violated the spirit of the Treaty by inflicting three wars and thousands of terror attacks on IndiaâThe Pahalgam terror attack in April during which Pakistansponsored terrorists carried out âreligionbased targeted killings of 26 innocent civiliansâ was the most recentThe attack in which Hindus and a Christian were slaughtered was the last straw and Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that he was suspending the 1960 treaty signed by thenPrime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru for sharing river waters with PakistanHarish ridiculed Pakistan for obsessively bringing up issues extraneous to topics under discussion at the UNAkramâs unwarranted reference to Jammu and Kashmir in todayâs open debate attests to its obsessive focus on harming India and its peopleâ he saidâA serving nonpermanent Security Council Member that chooses to further this obsession in all meetings and platforms of the UN in pursuit of its divisive agenda cannot be expected to fulfil its designated responsibilities and obligations he addedHarish questioned Pakistanâs commitment to democracy pointing to the recent 27th Amendment to its Constitution that establishes the supremacy of the military over the âwill of the peopleââPakistan of course has a unique way of respecting the will of its people by jailing a Prime Minister by banning the ruling political party and by letting its armed forces engineer a constitutional coup through the 27th amendment and giving lifetime immunity to its Chief of Defence Forces CDFâ he saidPakistanâs former Prime Minister Imran Khan who ran afoul of the military overlords is languishing in prison and his party Pakistan TehreekeInsaf PTI has been bannedThe 27th Amendment adopted last month gives Field Marshal Asim Munir a new constitutional position of CDF with lifetime immunity from prosecution and guarantees a term till 2030 empowering him to oversee the next general electionWhile Harish had to respond to Pakistanâs insinuations the focus of his speech was on the leadership of the UN in which the Security Council is meant to play a prime role but has often failedâThe quality and focus of the leadership displayed by members of the Councilâ he said ârepresents the most important aspect impinging on maintenance of international peace and securityâFor this a reform of the Security Council to make it fitforpurpose to tackle contemporary challenges is an urgent global imperativeâHe criticised the InterGovernmental Negotiations process for reform as âbarren and bereft of productive outcomesâ and said it must âmove towards timebound textbased negotiations at the earliestâReform should âenhance representation from underrepresented and unrepresented geographies in tune with todayâs realities in both the permanent and elected categories of membershipâ he saidThe top leader of the UN SecretaryGeneral Antonio Guterres completes his term at the end of next yearThe election of his successor should be held with âgreater transparencyâ Harish saidâThe new Secretary General must embody the aspirations of the overwhelming majority of humanity who are from developing countries of the Global Southâ he saidHarish questioned the current system of allocating top posts in the UN system on a âdivision of spoilsâ basis that gives some countries mainly the permanent members of the Security Council a monopoly over certain positionsâLeadership by definition must be inclusive for it to be representative legitimate and effectiveâ he said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/india-to-pakistan-will-counter-terrorism-with-all-its-might-653776.html Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/australian-govt-agrees-to-strengthen-gun-laws-after-sydney-mass-shooting-653613.html Sydney Dec 15 Australias leaders at a snap National Cabinet meeting on Monday agreed to take decisive action to strengthen gun laws following a fatal mass shooting Sunday night at Sydneys Bondi Beach Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said in a statement that he and the leaders of Australias states and territories agreed to take strong decisive and focused action on gun law reform at the emergency meeting convened in response to the shootingHe said that the state and territory leaders have commissioned their respective police ministers and attorneysgeneral to develop options on strengthening gun laws including limiting the number of firearms allowed to be held by one individual and limiting firearms licenses to Australian citizensAdditionally Albanese said that the National Firearms Agreement that was established after 35 people were fatally shot at Port Arthur in the island state of Tasmania in 1996 will be renegotiated to ensure it remains as robust as possible in the changing security environment Xinhua news agency reportedAuthorities have confirmed the deaths of 16 people following the shooting that targetted an event celebrating the first day of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah on Sunday evening making it Australias most deadly mass shooting since the Port Arthur massacrePolice said earlier on Monday that the deceased range in age from 10 to 87 years old and include one of the two shootersThe attackers have been identified as Naveed Akram 24 and his father Sajid Akram 50 Sajid Akram was shot dead in an exchange of gunfire with police at the scene while his son is currently in hospital under police guardAlbanese confirmed at a press conference that Naveed Akram had been noticed by the intelligence agency in 2019 for associations that he had and had been investigated for six months without revealing further detailsBoth Naveed and his father had pledged allegiance to the Islamic State IS group the Australian Broadcasting Corporation ABC reported citing counterterrorism officers An IS flag was found in their car at Bondi BeachMal Lanyon police force commissioner of the state of New South Wales NSW where Sydney is located confirmed that the 50yearold Sajid Akram had been a licensed gun holder for the past 10 years with no prior security incidents He has six firearms licensed to him We are satisfied that we have six firearms from the scene esterday he saidOn Monday morning officers from NSW Police and the Australian Federal Police were conducting a major operation at Akrams residence in Sydneys southwest suburbs as well as at a shortterm rental in the citys west where the two men had been stayingThe investigation into the motives behind the attack is still ongoing said Lanyon IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/australian-govt-agrees-to-strengthen-gun-laws-after-sydney-mass-shooting-653613.html Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/rajasthan-chittorgarh-collectorate-receives-bomb-threat-alert-sounded-653637.html Jaipur Dec 15 Chittorgarh District Collectorate on Monday received a bomb threat via email following which an alert was sounded The threatening message was sent at 1247 am on Sunday to the official NIC email ID of the Chittorgarh CollectorAccording to Additional SP Sarita Singh the email claimed that five bombs had been planted inside the collectorate premises and would explode during the day âThe matter came to light on Monday morning at around 1030 am when ADM Prabha Gautam informed the concerned authoritiesâ he said SP Singh added that following the alert a largescale security operation was launched adding that the teams from the District Special Team DST and local Intelligence Bureau IB immediately began a search while an ATS team from Udaipur along with the ERT commandos also reached the spotHe said that a bomb disposal squad and a dog squad were deployed to assist in the operation adding that security personnel conducted an intensive search of the entire collectorate complex and surrounding areas âAll offices rooms corridors parking zones and open spaces were thoroughly checked Every suspicious location was examined with the help of the dog squad to rule out the presence of explosivesâ he said SP Singh said that police and administrative officials remained present at the site throughout the operation instructing staff to remain vigilant He pointed out that despite the seriousness of the threat no suspicious object or explosive material was found during the search However security agencies maintained maximum caution and followed all standard safety protocolsHe added that the police have initiated an investigation to trace the origin of the threatening email adding that a technical and cyber analysis is underway to determine where the email was sent from who sent it and the motive behind it âOfficials have reiterated that such threats are treated with utmost seriousness and that strict action will be taken against those responsibleâ he saidSP Singh said that security arrangements at the Chittorgarh Collectorate have been further strengthenedHe said that notably a similar bomb threat was received earlier on Monday morning at the Hanumangarh Collectorate as well prompting evacuation and a fullscale search operation there as well âAuthorities have assured that the situation remains under control and have urged the public and employees to stay calm while remaining alertâ he said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/rajasthan-chittorgarh-collectorate-receives-bomb-threat-alert-sounded-653637.html Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-guv-directs-police-to-enhance-surveillance-using-drones-ai-tools-653650.html Imphal Dec 15 Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Monday directed the police administration to strengthen surveillance through stateoftheart technologies including drones and AIbased tools A Lok Bhavan official said that the Governor chaired a statelevel conference of the Home and Police Departments at Lok Bhavan in ImphalGovernor Bhalla a former Union Home Secretary during the discussion in the meeting also emphasised handson training and capacity building of police personnelThe meeting focused on disseminating key outcomes of the DGsPIGsP Director Generals of PoliceInspector Generals of Police Conference 2025 held at Raipur in Chhattisgarh from November 28 to 30During the Mondays conference Manipur Director General of Police Rajiv Singh briefed the Governor on recommendations made by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit ShahReferring to the DGsPIGsP conference the Manipur DGP highlighted priority areas such as strengthening law and order counterterrorism LeftWing Extremism NCORD Narco Coordination Centre disaster management and civil defence enhanced use of forensics womens safety managing mass agitations and the roadmap for bringing back Indian fugitivesDGP Singh also shared insights from thematic discussions led by the Prime Minister Modi on DrugFree India and by the Union Home Minister Shah on national securityReiterating the nations commitment towards a drugfree society the Governor directed the police administration to strengthen surveillance through stateoftheart technologies including drones and artificial intelligencebased toolsHe also emphasised handson training and capacity building of police personnelThe Mondays conference was attended by CommissionercumSecretary Home N Ashok Kumar Additional Director Generals of Police Inspector Generals of Police Deputy Inspector Generals of Police and Superintendents of Police from all 16 districts of ManipurThe 60th All India Conference of DGs and IGs was held in Chhattisgarhs capital on November 2830Prime Minister Modi Union Home Minister Shah and National Security Adviser Ajit Doval attended the threeday national conference where key discussions were held on internal security emerging threats and challenges IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-guv-directs-police-to-enhance-surveillance-using-drones-ai-tools-653650.html Mon, 15 Dec 2025 18:15:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/3169-lakh-defence-pensioners-join-sparsh-digital-platform-653670.html New Delhi Dec 15 The Defence Ministry has onboarded 3169 lakh pensioners across India and Nepal on the digital platform System for Pension Administration Raksha SPARSH an official said on Monday Administered by the Defence Accounts Department DAD through Principal Controller of Defence Accounts Pensions Prayagraj SPARSH has onboarded these 3169 lakh defence pensioners replacing a fragmented system managed earlier by over 45000 agenciesThe unified transparent and accountable SPARSH stands as the largest unified pension system in India and the only fully integrated digital pension solution for defence personnel It represents the Governmentâs commitment to ensuring dignity care and timely support for veterans and their families said the statementIn FY 2024â25 a Defence Pension Budget of Rs 157681 crore was disbursed on a realtime basis through SPARSH OROPIII implemented in July 2024 enabled the quick disbursal of Rs 122476 crore to 2017 lakh beneficiaries in just 15 days it saidUnder the nationwide Digital Life Certificate DLC 40 campaign of DoPampPW November 130 2025 DAD has mobilised 202 offices 463 lakh Common Service Centres and 15 partner banks supported by 27 Nodal Officers As of November 30 2094 lakh DLCs have been generated for Defence Pensioners the highest among all Departments said the statementOther benefits of onboarding include the resolution of discrepant cases âOut of 643 lakh discrepant cases migrated from previous systems 607 lakh have been normalised without affecting pensionersâ entitlementsâ said the statementThe Defence Ministry said that 284 SPARSH Outreach Programmes and 194 Raksha Pension Samadhan Ayojans have been held across the country More than 8000 grievances were resolved on the spot during these programmes conducted in the current Financial Year FYThe onboarding also allows pensioners to view their details online and easily raise correctionsâAverage grievance redressal time has come down from 56 days in April 2025 to 17 days in November 2025 and as per the latest Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances report DAD has achieved a 73 per cent satisfaction score ranking 5th among MinistriesDepartmentsâ said the statement IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/3169-lakh-defence-pensioners-join-sparsh-digital-platform-653670.html Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/punjab-police-arrest-two-terrorists-in-mumbai-653672.html Chandigarh Dec 15 Punjab Police in coordination with central agencies have intercepted and arrested two gangsterturnedterrorists linked with the banned terrorist organisation Babbar Khalsa International BKI upon their arrival in Mumbai said Director General of Police DGP Gaurav Yadav here on Monday Those arrested have been identified as Sajan Masih a resident of Veroke in Gurdaspur and Sukhdev Kumar alias Munish Bedi a resident of Lahori Gate in Amritsar Both the accused have a substantial criminal history with multiple cases of murder attempt to murder arms and explosives and under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act UAPA registered against them at various police stations of Batala and Amritsar DGP Yadav said both the accused were the important nodes of Pakistanbased ISIsupported Harvinder Singh alias Rinda and USbased detained BKIoperative Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passia They accused were operating from overseas locations including Dubai and Armenia while attempting to orchestrate criminal and terror activities in Punjab he said while terming it as a big success of the state police As part of this sustained efforts Punjab Police has got issued look out circulars LOC and red corner notices against various wanted criminals who have taken shelter at foreign lands which helped in tracking both the criminals The DGP said preliminary investigation has revealed that accused were part of a network involving BKI responsible for several grenade attacks on police stations in Amritsar and Batala and the killings of Hardeep Singh of Jourrian Kalan and Ravi Kumar of Dera Baba Nanak Accused Sajan Masih was also coordinating with another key associate Shamsher Shera alias Honey currently based in Armenia he said Sharing operational details Assistant Inspector General Amritsar Sukhminder Singh Mann said acting on specific intelligence inputs developed in close coordination with central agencies a joint team of the State Special Operation Cell SSOC of Amritsar and Counter Intelligence of Pathankot swiftly despatched to Mumbai and took both criminals into custody as soon as they landed He said both the accused were actively involved in providing logistical support funding channels and strategic direction to their foot soldiers operating in Punjab IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/punjab-police-arrest-two-terrorists-in-mumbai-653672.html Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/world-leaders-condemn-shooting-attack-targeting-jewish-community-in-australias-sydney-653479.html Rome Dec 14 World leaders on Sunday condemned the terrorist attack targeting Jewish community at the Bondi Beach in Australias Sydney and offered condolences to the families of the victims At least 12 people including one shooter were killed while 29 others including two police officers were injured in a shooting incident at Hanukkah celebration in Sydney according to the policeA second gunman is also among the injured and has been taken into custodyNew South Wales NSW Police has said that it has been declared as a terrorist incident Australian Broadcasting Corporation ABC News reportedItalian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned violence and antiSemitism and expressed condolences to the families of the victimsI follow with deep sorrow the dramatic news coming from Sydney In condemning once again with firm resolve every form of violence and antiSemitism Italy expresses its condolences for the victims and stands in solidarity with their loved ones the injured the Jewish communities and renews its friendship with the Australian people Meloni said on XUK Prime Minister Keir Starmer offered condolences to everyone affected by the attack in Bondi Beach and said that he is being updated about the developing situationIn a post on X Starmer said Deeply distressing news from Australia The United Kingdom sends our thoughts and condolences to everyone affected by the appalling attack in Bondi beach Iâm being kept updated on the developing situationEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed Europes support for Australia and Jewish communities and offered condolences to the loved ones of the victimsShocked by the tragic attack at Bondi Beach I send my heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims Europe stands with Australia and Jewish communities everywhere We are united against violence antisemitism and hatred Von der Leyen said on XNew Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said he is shocked by the distressing scenes at BondiSharing a statement on X Luxon said Australia and New Zealand are closer than friends were family I am shocked by the distressing scenes at Bondi a place that Kiwis visited every day My thoughts and thoughts of all New Zealanders are with those affectedSerbian President Aleksandar Vucic has condemned the terrorist attack against the Jewish community in Sydney He expressed Serbias support for Jewish communities around the worldSerbia condemns in the strongest terms the horrific terrorist attack against the Jewish community in Sydney carried out during a Hanukkah gathering Terrorism and antisemitism have no place in our world The Republic of Serbia stands firmly with Jewish communities everywhere and remains unequivocally committed to the safety and dignity of its Jewish citizens Vucic said on XUnited Nations SecretaryGeneral Antonio Guterres has condemned the attack on Jewish community in Sydney who had gathered to celebrate Hanukkah and expressed support for Jewish community around the worldIn a statement shared on X Guterres wrote I am horrified and condemn todayâs heinous deadly attack on Jewish families gathered in Sydney to celebrate Hannukah My heart is with the Jewish community worldwide on this first day of Hannukah a festival celebrating the miracle of peace and light vanquishing darknessEuropean Parliament President Roberta Metsola said that she is horrified to see the images that have emerged from the attack in Sydney and expressed sympathies with the victims and Jewish communityAbsolutely horrified to see the images emerging of the appalling attack on so many people on Bondi Beach as Hannukah celebrations began in Sydney All my thoughts are with the victims and the wider Jewish community in Australia and beyond This light will not be extinguished Metsola wrote on XThe Netherlands Foreign Minister David van Weel also expressed solidarity with the people of Australia following the attack in SydneyIn a post on X van Weel wrote Shocking reports from Bondi Beach Sydney My thoughts are with the victims their loved ones and everyone affected by this ruthless attack during Hannukah celebrations We are monitoring the situation closely The Netherlands stands with our Australian friendsFormer Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott termed the events at Bondi Beach absolute atrocity and horror for the victims He said that there should be no place for such kind of incidents in AustraliaThe events at Bondi Beach are an absolute atrocity A horror for the victims and a massive escalation of the hatred directed at Australiaâs Jewish community There should be no place in Australia for the kind of evil weâve seen this evening Thank God one bystander heroically intervened showing the good side of our country I am praying for all those affected at this time Abbott wrote on XA senior law enforcement official has identified one of the gunmen as Naveed Akram from Sydneys Bonnyrigg ABC News reportedAuthorities said that there is no longer an active threat however they asked people to avoid the areaAustralian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese chaired a National Security Meeting and termed the shooting a devastating terrorist incidentHe said This afternoon there has been a devastating terrorist incident at Bondi at the Hanukkah by the Sea celebrationHe said This is a targeted attack on Jewish Australians on the first day of Hanukkah which should be a day of joy a celebration of faithHe called the incident an act of evil antisemitism terrorism that has struck the heart of the nationHe added An attack on Jewish Australians is an attack on every Australian IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/world-leaders-condemn-shooting-attack-targeting-jewish-community-in-australias-sydney-653479.html Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indias-anti-maoist-push-shifts-from-containment-to-consolidation-653482.html Colombo Dec 14 Indiaâs longrunning campaign against LeftWing Extremism LWE has entered a decisive phase moving beyond containment towards what officials describe as irreversible rollback media reported   The reported killing of senior Maoist commander Madvi Hidma has emerged as a key milestone in this transition symbolising both operational success and a broader policy shift from insurgency management to integration Daily Mirror saidOver the past decade the footprint of Naxalism has contracted sharply the report notedCiting official assessments the report notes that the number of LWEaffected districts has fallen from around 126 in 2014 to nearly a dozen core districts by 2024â25This decline has been attributed to a coordinated national strategy that strengthened intelligence improved interagency coordination and restored the writ of the state in remote forested regions once dominated by Maoist groups adding that the security gains have been significantGovernment data referenced by the report indicates that hundreds of Maoist cadres were neutralised in 2023 and 2024 with more than a thousand arrested and a similar number surrendering during the same periodMaoistrelated violent incidents have reportedly dropped by nearly half over the last decade pointing to a movement that is territorially squeezed and organisationally weakenedWithin this context the reported elimination of Madvi Hidma in an encounter in Andhra Pradesh in November 2025 stands outDescribed by police officials as a top Maoist Commander and Central Committee member of the Communist Party of India Maoist Hidma was associated with some of the deadliest attacks on security forces in the Dandakaranya regionThe report quotes senior officers as calling his death a âwatershedâ dealing a severe blow to Maoist command structures and moraleHowever it underlines that the relative success against Naxalism rests not only on security operations but also on development and rehabilitationExpansion of roads mobile connectivity banking services and welfare schemes in tribal belts has begun to address the governance gaps that once fuelled insurgencyEqually important has been the surrendercumrehabilitation policy offering financial aid housing and livelihood support to former militantsWhile analysts cited by the report it suggest Naxalism is on its âlast legsâ they caution that lasting peace will depend on sustained development protection of Adivasi tribal rights and preventing fresh alienation even as the Narendra Modiled Union government aims at a Maoistfree India by 2026 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indias-anti-maoist-push-shifts-from-containment-to-consolidation-653482.html Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bihar-police-gets-1218-new-sub-inspectors-including-three-transgender-653318.html Patna Dec 13 A grand passingout parade of 1218 trainee subinspectors of the 2023 batch was held on Saturday at the Bihar Police Academy in Rajgir Chief Minister Nitish Kumar the chief guest at the ceremony took the salute of the parade and congratulated the newly appointed officers wishing them success in their future serviceDeputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Choudhary Minister Vijay Choudhary and Rural Development Minister Shravan Kumar were also present on the daisAddressing the gathering the Chief Minister said that in the changing nature of crime the responsibility of the police has increased and only a trained disciplined and sensitive police force can meet the expectations of societyThis batch made history with the participation of three transgender trainee subinspectorsâBunty Kumar Madhu Kashyap and Ronit JhaThe batch comprises 779 men 436 women and 3 transgender officers It also includes 23 trainees selected under the sports quota and four trainees from the Jharkhand cadreOutstanding performers were honoured during the ceremonyAnkit Kumar received the Chief Ministerâs Pistol and Baton Rupesh Kumar was awarded the Sword and Meena Kumari received the Best Parade Commander AwardDirector of the Police Training Centre R Malar Villi said the trainees underwent rigorous modern trainingâboth indoor and outdoorâto prepare them for field challengesWith the completion of training all 1218 subinspectors will now join the Bihar Police force and take on responsibilities related to law and orderWhile the ceremony itself followed established traditions a moment during the inspection phase sparked widespread discussion in political and bureaucratic circlesAs per longstanding protocol when the Chief Minister inspects a passingout parade only the Chief Minister and the Director General of Police DGP accompany each other on the inspection jeepThis convention has been followed for decadesHowever at Rajgir the scene unfolded differentlyAfter a woman subinspector formally announced that the Chief Minister was ready for inspection DGP Vinay Kumar escorted Nitish Kumar to the inspection jeepAs per protocol both boarded the vehicle But moments later the Chief Minister called out to Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary asking him to join the inspectionThough Samrat Choudhary appeared hesitant initially he boarded the jeep following the Chief Ministerâs insistenceThe situation took another unexpected turn when Nitish Kumar summoned Vijay Choudhary and then Shravan KumarShravan Kumar initially declined with folded hands saying âYou go ahead sirâ but the Chief Minister persisted repeatedly urging him to join Eventually he too boarded the jeepAs a result the inspection was carried out with the Chief Minister the DGP and three ministers sharing the same jeepâa clear deviation from established protocol that immediately became a subject of intense discussion IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bihar-police-gets-1218-new-sub-inspectors-including-three-transgender-653318.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 01:02:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/us-sees-sri-lanka-as-key-indian-ocean-security-partner-653332.html Washington Dec 13 The United States views Sri Lanka as a crucial partner in safeguarding Indian Ocean security and protecting global shipping lanes President Donald Trumpâs nominee for the US Ambassador to Colombo told lawmakers Eric Meyer said Sri Lankaâs geographic position places it at the centre of US efforts to promote maritime stability and counter growing strategic competition in the regionâSri Lanka sits astride some of the worldâs busiest shipping lanes in the Indian Ocean with US Navy vessels and twothirds of the worldâs seaborne crude oil regularly transiting its watersâ Meyer told the Senate Foreign Relations CommitteeHe said the countryâs location makes it âa focal point for US efforts to promote a free and open IndoPacific and counter adversarial influences including Chinaâs growing presence in the regionâIf confirmed Meyer said he would work with government and industry partners to advance both security and commercial interestsâI will lead government and industry partners to promote and protect US security and commercial interests in the Indian Ocean regionâ he saidMeyer outlined priorities including port security maritime domain awareness and protection of trade routesâSafeguarding waterways and ports for trade locking in commercial opportunities for US companies and supporting Sri Lankaâs maritime and economic sovereignty are key aspects of my visionâ he saidHe said defence and law enforcement cooperation would play a central roleâOur defence and law enforcement partnerships are critical to addressing security challengesâ Meyer said citing disaster relief countering transnational crime and protecting port securityCommittee Chairman Jim Risch again flagged Chinaâs port investments in Sri Lanka as a strategic concern calling them a global warning signMeyer said the US approach would emphasise transparencyâBilateral relationships should be open and transparentâ he saidBeyond security Meyer linked Sri Lankaâs stability to economic reform stressing that âeconomic sovereignty and independence is importantâSri Lanka has become a focal point in Indian Ocean geopolitics as major powers compete for influence along critical sea lanesFor India developments in Sri Lankaâs maritime role are closely watched given the island nationâs proximity to major shipping routes and its impact on regional security and trade IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/us-sees-sri-lanka-as-key-indian-ocean-security-partner-653332.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 01:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/we-are-on-the-cusp-of-eliminating-maoism-hm-amit-shah-653339.html Bastar Dec 13 Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday the forces and the government are on the cusp of fulfilling the resolve to eliminate Left Wing Extremism from the entire country before March 31 2026 Addressing the closing ceremony of the Bastar Olympics2025 in Jagdalpur he said that by the time of the Bastar Olympics2026 in NovemberDecember next year Red terror would have been completely eradicated from the country including ChhattisgarhâA Maoistfree Bastar will be progressing forwardâ he said flanked by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Deputy Chief Minister Vijay SharmaThe Union Home Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi we have taken a resolve to make the entire Bastar and India free from MaoismHe said that we must not stop here we should rather ensure that the Bastar division comprising the seven districts of Kanker Kondagaon Bastar Sukma Bijapur Narayanpur and Dantewada becomes the most developed tribal division in the country by December 2030He said that it is our governments resolve to provide every person in Bastar with a house electricity toilet drinking water through tap gas cylinder 5 kg food grains and free medical treatment up to Rs 5 lakhThe Union Home Minister said that we have taken a resolve to make Bastar the most developed tribal division in the country in the next five yearsHe said that in this effort under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi the Government of India and under the leadership of CM Sai the Chhattisgarh government will work shoulder to shoulder to move forward in making a developed BastarUnion Home Minister said that every village in Bastar will be connected by roads there will be electricity banking facilities will be available within a 5kilometre radius and our government will also work to create a dense network of health centresHe said that units based on cooperatives will be set up for processing forest produce in ChhattisgarhAll seven districts of Bastar will become the districts that produce the highest quantity of milk among all tribal districts and increase their income through dairying said HM ShahHe said that we will also establish new industries in Bastar arrangements will be made for higher education the best sports complex in India and stateoftheart hospitals will be set upHM Shah said that a special scheme will also be run to address malnutrition He said that we will bring a very attractive rehabilitation policy for those who have surrendered and those who have been injured due to MaoismThe Union Home Minister said that in the Bastar Olympics2025 there were seven teams from the seven districts and one team consisting of surrendered MaoistsHe said that it felt very good to see more than 700 surrendered Maoists participating in these gamesHe said that those who fall for the deception of Maoists ruining their entire lives and more than 700 such youth who have laid down arms and joined the mainstream have today come onto the path of sports IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/we-are-on-the-cusp-of-eliminating-maoism-hm-amit-shah-653339.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 01:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-petrol-pumps-shut-across-imphal-valley-over-extortion-threats-653351.html Imphal Dec 13 Petrol pumps across Manipurâs Imphal Valley covering five districts remained closed on Saturday in protest against alleged extortion demands and security threats from âsome groupsâ officials said A police official said that the fuel outlets were shut a few days after a hand grenade was found near a petrol pump at Koirengei in Imphal West district Petrol pump owners claimed that the explosive device was placed as a threat after extortion demands were not met Sources however said that the hand grenade was recovered from inside the toilet of a petrol pump at Koirengei The explosive device was reportedly concealed along with a letter warning of dire consequences if the demands of a particular group were not fulfilled A petrol pump owner said that fuel outlets provide essential public services and should not be targeted by any group or individual with malicious intent Petrol pump owners told the media that repeated threats forced them to shut down their outlets as a precautionary measure leading to an immediate suspension of transport fuel retail services across the Valley The Manipur Petroleum Dealers Fraternity MPDF strongly condemned the threats and alleged extortion demands stating that petrol pumps are public service establishments and should not be subjected to intimidation coercion or any form of obstruction An MPDF spokesperson said that petrol and diesel prices are fixed by the government leaving no scope for selling fuel at higher rates to meet illegal demands The organisation warned that forced payments would impose an unsustainable financial burden on fuel dealers potentially driving many into bankruptcy and disrupting essential services Petrol pump owners also appealed to the state government and concerned authorities to take firm action against armed miscreants involved in extortion and to ensure adequate security for fuel station operators across Manipur Due to the shutdown of the majority of petrol pumps long queues of vehicles were seen outside a few outlets that briefly opened before also shutting down The closure severely affected private and public transport services as well as essential service providers raising concerns over mobility and the supply of essential commodities Residents reported significant difficulties in commuting to workplaces educational institutions and markets owing to the unavailability of fuel No official clarification was issued during the day though sources linked the shutdown to prevailing lawandorder concerns and operational challenges faced by fuel dealers IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-petrol-pumps-shut-across-imphal-valley-over-extortion-threats-653351.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 01:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/two-us-soldiers-translator-killed-in-isis-attack-in-syria-trump-vows-seriousretaliation-653369.html New York Dec 14 Two US soldiers and a civilian translator who were a part of the campaign to root out the Islamic State were killed in an attack in Syria by the terrorist group and President Donald Trump has vowed âvery serious retaliationâ Trump said in a Truth Social post that three soldiers were also wounded in the attack on SaturdayIn a tumultuous region infested with terrorist groups and civil strife the attack on US personnel tests the US cooperation with the Syrian government that took power after President Bashar alAssad was ousted in December last yearIt also tests the authority of Syrian President Ahmed alSharaas government as the alleged attacker was a member of the Damascus government forces according to a government spokesperson and Trump acknowledged the area was not under full Damascus controlThe Syrian spokesperson quoted by Syrian news agency SANA also said that the US had not heeded warnings about the danger in Palmyra where the attack took placeHe said the attacker was âneutralisedâThe first casualties in Syria after alAssad was overthrown the victims were cadres in US Operation Inherent Resolve OIR against the terrorist organisation known formally as the Islamic State of Iraq and ashSham ISISChief Pentagon Spokesperson Sean Parnell described their mission as âsupport of ongoing counterISIScounterterrorism operationsâThe attack happened âas the soldiers were conducting a key leader engagementâ he saidMedia reports quoted a Syrian government spokesperson Noureddine alBaba as acknowledging that the terrorist who shot the US personnel was a member of the Syrian government forcesBut SANA reported that he said that the attacker âheld no leadership role within Internal Security and was not an escort to the Internal Security CommanderâSANA quoted him as saying that Damascus had warned the US about a security breach or attack by ISIS âbut these warnings were not taken into considerationâHe said investigators were examining âthe attackerâs digital data to determine whether he had direct organisational ties to ISIS or merely adopted extremist ideology as well as reviewing his acquaintances and relativesâThe assailant was already under investigation into whether he held âextremist or takfiri viewsâ and a decision had been expected on SundayTrump who has established ties with alSharaa said the attack took place âin a very dangerous part of Syria that is not fully controlled by his governmentAlSharar âis extremely angry and disturbed by this attackâ he addedA former member of alQaeda who had once been in US custody alSharaa is seen as a reformed leader and was welcomed to the White House by Trump last month to strengthen cooperation between the two countries especially in the fight against terrorism IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/two-us-soldiers-translator-killed-in-isis-attack-in-syria-trump-vows-seriousretaliation-653369.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 15:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/two-women-among-seven-militants-held-in-manipur-arms-recovered-653434.html Imphal Dec 14 Security forces in Manipur have arrested seven militants including two women cadres from different districts and recovered some arms and ammunition during the past 24 hours officials said on Sunday A police official said that the five militants belonging to the outlawed United National Liberation Front UNLF and Peopleâs Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak PREPAK were arrested from different locations in Imphal West Imphal East and Bishnupur districtHe said that the security forces comprising the central and state have arrested two active women cadres of UNLF Koireng faction from Moirangkampu Sajeb Makha Leikai area in Imphal East district The arrested militants were identified as Takhellambam Sanathoi Chanu alias Loingakpi alias Sanathoi 19 and Kongbrailakpam Rameshori Devi alias Langlen alias Bemma alias Buchu 19 from Imphal East district Two mobile phones were seized from their possessionThe Manipur Police arrested a drug dealer identified as Baseimayum Yaibi 47 from the Porompat Pangal Leirak area in Imphal East district Heroin concealed in seven soap cases was seized from his possession The estimated value of the drugs was Rs 16 lakhIntelligencebased combing cordon and search operations are being carried out extensively in different Imphal valley and hill districts to nab those involved in extortion and criminal activities in the stateThe security forces also recovered some arms and ammunition from the Kakching district The recovered arms and ammunition include one SelfLoading Rifle SLR without a magazine one locally made bolt action sniper rifle with an empty magazine one doublebarreled bolt rifle one singlebarreled bolt rifle one locally made pistol with an empty magazine and one 36 HE Hand grenade without a detonatorThe security forces comprising the central and state continue extensive crackdowns against militants with search operations and area domination drives underway in fringe mixedpopulated and vulnerable areas across districtsA total of 113 nakascheckpoints have been set up across Manipur in both valley and hill districts to curb the illegal movement of inimical elements and suspicious vehiclesSecurity forces have also been providing escorts to vehicles including trucks carrying essential commodities along the ImphalJiribam National Highway NH37 Strict security arrangements and convoy protection continue in sensitive stretches to ensure the safe movement of vehiclesThe Manipur Police have urged the public not to believe rumours and to be wary of fake videos on social media âThe veracity of any circulation of unfounded videos or audio clips may be confirmed from the Central Control Room Uploading and circulating fake posts on social media will attract legal actionâ a police statement warned IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/two-women-among-seven-militants-held-in-manipur-arms-recovered-653434.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 16:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/scenes-in-bondi-shocking-and-distressing-australian-pm-albanese-on-sydney-shooting-653445.html Canberra Dec 14 Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Sunday expressed shock after 10 people including one of the shooters were killed in mass shooting near a Jewish gathering at Bondi Beach in Sydney terming the scenes there shocking and distressing In a statement shared on X Albanese said that he has spoken to the Australian Federal Police AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett and New South Wales NSW Premier Chris Minns and urged people to follow information shared by NSW PoliceThe scenes in Bondi are shocking and distressing Police and emergency responders are on the ground working to save lives My thoughts are with every person affected I have just spoken to the AFP Commissioner and with the NSW Premier We are working with the NSW Police and will provide further updates as more information is confirmed I urge people in the vicinity to follow information from the NSW Police Albanese said on XPrime Minister Albaneses statement comes after at least 10 people including one gunmen were killed in a shooting incident at Bondi Beach on Sunday the NSW Police Force said Police said that 11 people including second shooter were injured in the incident ABC News reportedIn a statement shared on X NSW Police Force said Two people are in police custody at Bondi Beach however the police operation is ongoing and we continue to urge people to avoid the area Please obey ALL police directions Do not cross police linesIn another statement NSW Police Force said UPDATE A police operation is ongoing after a public place shooting by two men at Bondi Beach earlier today Ten people have been confirmed dead including a man believed to be one of the shooters The second alleged shooter is in a critical condition At this time a further 11 people are reported to be injured two of which are police officersAustralian Jewish Association CEO Robert Gregory also shared a statement on X He said What happened tonight is a tragedy but entirely foreseeable The Albanese government was warned so many times but failed to take adequate actions to protect the Jewish community Tonight many Jews are pondering whether they have a future in Australia Our thoughts are with our community and all the impacted some of whom we are close toMeanwhile Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said that he is appalled by the shooting attack at Hanukkah event in Sydney and called the incident the result of antiSemitic rampage in the streets of Australia over the past two yearsIm appalled by the murderous shooting attack at a Hanukkah event in Sydney Australia These are the results of the antiSemitic rampage in the streets of Australia over the past two years with the antiSemitic and inciting calls of Globalise the Intifada that were realised today The Australian government which received countless warning signs must come to its senses Gideon Saar said on X IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/scenes-in-bondi-shocking-and-distressing-australian-pm-albanese-on-sydney-shooting-653445.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 16:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-navy-bolsters-maritime-prowess-with-commissioning-of-second-mh-60r-ospreys-squadron-inas-335-653470.html New Delhi Dec 14 The Indian Navy is poised to enhance its efforts towards modernisation and capability enhancement with the commissioning of second MH60R helicopter squadron INAS 335 Ospreys on December 17 at INS Hansa the Indian naval air station located near Dabolim in Goa officials said on Sunday   The commissioning will be held in the presence of Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K TripathiThe advanced weapons sensors and avionics suite make the helicopter a versatile and capable asset for the Indian Navy offering enhanced capabilities to address conventional as well as asymmetric threats the Ministry of Defence said in its press noteThe aircraft has been fully integrated with fleet operations and has proven its worth on numerous occasions The Indian Navy will receive a significant fillip in its integral aviation capabilities with the commissioning of the squadron it addedThe commissioning of the first MH60R helicopter squadron happened on March 6 2024The helicopters are a part of the 24aircraft Foreign Military Sales contract signed with the US government in February 2020According to Lockheed Martin the MH60R Seahawk nicknamed the Romeo helicopter brings transformational antisubmarine and antisurface warfare capabilities to navies around the worldDesigned and built to US Navy specifications the Romeo aircraft is rugged powerful and reliable Whether operating from shore or ship MH60R operators can confidently prosecute the mission and return home safely it saidThe MH60R aircraft is built on four decades of Seahawk learning and knowledgeApart from advanced digital sensors it includes the multimode radar electronic support measures system electroopticalinfrared camera datalinks aircraft survivability systems dipping sonar and sonobuoysIts fully integrated mission system swiftly processes vast amounts of sensor data providing the crew with a complete actionable picture of the oceans surface and subsea domainsArmed with torpedoes missiles rockets and crewserved guns the MH60R is a versatile threat IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-navy-bolsters-maritime-prowess-with-commissioning-of-second-mh-60r-ospreys-squadron-inas-335-653470.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 23:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistans-press-freedom-crisis-deepens-as-youtuber-alleges-torture-coercion-in-cybercrime-custody-report-653474.html Kabul Dec 14 Pakistans press freedom crisis has deepened as YouTuber Saadur Rehman popularly known as Ducky Bhai has alleged physical and verbal abuse in the custody of Pakistans National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency NCCIA In the video uploaded on his YouTube channel he revealed that he was beaten verbally abused and coerced into transferring cryptocurrency assets to personal accounts of officials a report has said A report in Afghanistans leading news agency Khaama Press said Pakistanâs press freedom crisis deepened as YouTuber Ducky Bhai alleged torture and coercion in cybercrime custody highlighting growing threats to digital creators On December 8 Dawn reported the disturbing case of YouTuber Saadur Rehman popularly known as Ducky Bhai who alleged physical and verbal abuse while in the custody of Pakistans National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency NCCIA Arrested in August 2025 at Lahore Airport for allegedly promoting online gambling applications Rehman was granted bail by the Lahore High Court but remained in custodyIn a video uploaded to his channel he described being beaten verbally abused and coerced into transferring cryptocurrency assets to officials personal accounts His ordeal underscores the vulnerability of digital creators who now find themselves targeted alongside traditional journalists in Pakistans increasingly hostile media environment This case is emblematic of a broader crisis Pakistan has long been a perilous haven for journalists where freedom of expression remains an elusive dream The countrys media landscape once vibrant and diverse now faces an existential threat amid a climate of fear intimidation and relentless state control The cumulative effect of censorship violence and legal harassment has left independent journalism gasping for survival it addedThe Annual Impunity Report 2025 produced by Freedom Network with support from International Media Support IMS has showcased an increase in attacks and violations against journalists under Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharifled governmentAt least 142 cases of violations against journalists were recorded in Pakistan with Punjab and Islamabad being the most dangerous regions as they jointly reported most of the casesJournalists and bloggers in Pakistan face harassment abduction and assault for just conducting their workDuring the period covered by Freedom Networks Freedom of Expression and Media Freedom Report 2025 five journalists were killed and at least 82 others faced threats including intimidation physical assaultThe Freedom Networks 2025 report Free Speech and Public Interest Journalism Under Siege has described amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act PECA in January as a turning point in Pakistans media crisisAccording to the report these amendments have made it easier for the authorities to arrest and fine journalistsThe Annual Impunity Report also documented 36 formal legal cases against 30 journalists under PECA and the Pakistan Penal Code PPCThese prosecutions demonstrate the states increasing dependence on legal instruments to suppress dissent complementing its use of intimidation and violenceIn a report in Khaama Press Vaishali Basu Sharma wrote On September 26 the Institute for Research Advocacy and Development IRADA released its report Modernising Legal Frameworks Governing Freedom of Expression Media and Digital Citizenry in Pakistan Covering the period from 2016 to 2024 the study highlights how restrictive laws such as PECA and its recent amendments have curtailed free expression Panelists at the reports launch echoed these concerns Sehrish Qureshi senior social media producer at Independent Urdu spoke of frustration around laws like PECA being used to silence journalists Sadaf Khan Journalist and digital rights specialist raised alarms about increased surveillance on regular citizensAmmara Durrani a policy specialist warned that the right to life itself was at risk due to the crackdown on freedom of speech The cumulative effect of censorship violence and legal harassment has left Pakistans media in crisis Journalists face deteriorating safety job insecurity and challenges to their professional integrity Women media practitioners in particular confront unique obstacles including harassment and exclusion Political polarisation has further exacerbated the hostile environment leaving little room for independent voices the author added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistans-press-freedom-crisis-deepens-as-youtuber-alleges-torture-coercion-in-cybercrime-custody-report-653474.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 23:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/instead-of-gun-in-hand-i-have-hockey-stick-ex-maoists-embrace-new-beginnings-at-bastar-olympics-653288.html Bastar Dec 13 The threeday Bastar Olympics are set to conclude on Saturday after witnessing impressive participation from athletes drawn from across the seven districts of the region once known as a Maoist stronghold Around 3500 athletes from the districts of Bijapur Dantewada Kanker Kondagaon Narayanpur Sukma and Jagdalpur along with participants from the Nua Baat category took part in the divisionallevel Bastar OlympicsThe Nua Baat category includes former Maoists who have surrendered and joined the mainstream In the local Bastar dialect Nua Baat translates to a new path symbolising a fresh beginning for those who have given up violenceUnder the initiative the Chhattisgarh government provides an honorarium of Rs 3 crore Rs 2 crore and Rs 1 crore to competitors who win gold silver and bronze medals respectively at the OlympicsUnion Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Jagdalpur later in the day to attend the closing ceremony of the Bastar Olympics During his visit he is also expected to review the prevailing security situation and assess the progress of the ongoing antiMaoist campaign in the regionMany of the participants most of whom are Maoists who have surrendered opted to rejoin mainstream society and expressed happiness over being part of the eventThey said the Olympics made them feel included and accepted as members of the broader social fabricSuklal a surrendered Maoist who competed in volleyball said the opportunity to take part in such a sporting event after joining the mainstream was a deeply emotional moment for himThe government is providing all facilities after their reintegration into society During my 20 years in the Maoist organisation I only had a gun in my hands and wandered in the forests but after surrendering I am with a hockey stick and a badminton racket in my hands A distinct joy is visible on the faces of all the former Naxalites who participated in this sporting event as part of their rehabilitation This is the first time for us and we are very happy with this event Suklal told IANSGanga Vatti who surrendered in July 2020 and participated in the parade competition also shared his experienceI have seen such an event for the first time I am happy to be participating here HM Shah is coming here I am here with my wife she was also a Maoist and she also surrendered along with me She is also participating in tugofwar he saidApart from surrendered Maoists Divyang players or persons with disabilities affected by Maoist violence also took part in the competitions turning the event into more than just a sporting festivalThe participation highlighted themes of harmony social inclusion and transformative change in BastarKishan who was injured in a Maoist attack in Bijapur and participated in the event said he hoped Bastar would soon become free from MaoismToday HM Shah is coming here and we only hope that with such stringent actions of the government Bastar becomes Maoistfree he told IANSMeanwhile Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai described Amit Shahs presence at the closing ceremony as historic and symbolic of Bastars transformationHe said Bastar once associated with unrest and struggle has now emerged as a symbol of enthusiasm confidence and cultural pride through the Bastar OlympicsThe Bastar Olympics is an annual initiative organised by the Chhattisgarh Sports and Youth Welfare Department aimed at providing an inclusive platform for young people including victims of Maoist violence to showcase their sporting talent and contribute to positive social change IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/instead-of-gun-in-hand-i-have-hockey-stick-ex-maoists-embrace-new-beginnings-at-bastar-olympics-653288.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ed-cracks-down-is-linked-module-seizes-rs-97-crore-in-multi-state-raids-653296.html New Delhi Dec 13 The Enforcement Directorate ED has conducted extensive search operations across multiple states in connection with an ongoing money laundering probe linked to a highly radicalised ISaffiliated terror module officials said on Saturday According to the EDâs Mumbai Zonal Office searches were carried out on December 11 at 40 locations spread across Maharashtra Delhi West Bengal Jharkhand Uttar Pradesh Daman and Diu and RatnagiriKey areas covered included the PadghaâBorivali region near MumbaiThe action was undertaken under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act PMLA 2002 in a case involving Saquib Nachan and others associated with the ISISlinked moduleDuring the searches the agency seized movable assets worth approximately Rs 970 crore including cash amounting to around Rs 370 crore and gold jewellery and bullion valued at about Rs 6 croreIn addition 25 bank accounts belonging to accused persons and suspects were frozen Officials also recovered digital devices documents and literature suspected of promoting radicalisationDetails relating to several immovable properties of the accused and linked individuals were also seized during the operationThe ED initiated its investigation based on FIRs registered and charge sheets filed by the National Investigation Agency NIA in case RC292023NIADLI under sections of the Indian Penal Code the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act and the Explosive Substances ActInvestigations revealed that members of the module were allegedly involved in recruitment training procurement of weapons and explosives and fundraising activities to sustain terror operationsFurther intelligence inputs from the Maharashtra AntiTerrorism Squad indicated that individuals linked to the module were also engaged in illegal revenuegenerating activities particularly the clandestine cutting smuggling and sale of Khair Kaith wood from reserve forest areasThe proceeds were suspected to have been diverted to support extremist activitiesConsidering the gravity of the offence and the risk posed to national security premises about the accused persons their close associates and family members and entities reflecting financial linkages or suspicious monetary transactions with the accused persons were covered for search under PMLA the ED said in its press noteDuring searches suspected illegally procured Kaith wood was recovered following which the concerned Forest Department officials were informed of the necessary actionDuring the course of the investigation details about Hawala Operations were also found the ED saidFurthermore during financial analysis done by ED it was revealed that various individuals linked with BorivaliPadgha ISIS Module were involved in illegal cutting and smuggling of Kaith Trees from the reserve forest areas of PadghaBorivali area it addedThe ED stated that investigations have also revealed hawala transactions and financial linkages between several suspects and the accusedFurther probe into the entire financial and operational network of the module is underway IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ed-cracks-down-is-linked-module-seizes-rs-97-crore-in-multi-state-raids-653296.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-crackdown-against-ogws-over-150-detained-in-srinagar-653299.html Srinagar Dec 13 JampK Police and security forces on Saturday carried out a crackdown against Over Ground Workers OGWs of terrorist outfits and detained over 150 suspects for questioning Police said over 150 suspects have been detained so far in Srinagar while a crackdown is going on against OGWs in several parts of the ValleyAn official said that the crackdown has been launched against OGWs to dismantle the terror network of the banned outfit JaisheMohammad JeM and other terror outfits across the ValleyâThe raids are underway at several locations across several parts of the Kashmir Valley as part of the massive crackdown against the OGW networkâ he saidJampK Police and the security forces have been carrying out aggressive operations against terrorists their OGWs and sympathisers as part of the revised strategy to dismantle the entire support system of terrorismDrug smugglers drug peddlers and those involved in hawala money rackets and other unlawful financial activities are also on the scanner of the security forcesIt is believed that funds generated by drug smuggling and unlawful financial activities are finally used to support terrorism in JampKJampK LG has been chairing security review meetings at regular periodicity He has instructed the security forces to adopt a 360degree approach against terrorism so that instead of just focusing on the gunwielding terrorists the complete support system of terrorism is dismantled to bring in lasting peace in JampKWhile JampK Police and the security forces are deployed on antiterrorist duties in the hinterland the army and the BSF are deployed at the line of control LoC and the international border to prevent infiltration exfiltration drug smuggling and drone activities from across the border IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-crackdown-against-ogws-over-150-detained-in-srinagar-653299.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:46:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-guv-cm-review-strategic-road-projects-with-bro-dg-653304.html Itanagar Dec 13 Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General KT Parnaik Retd and Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday held separate meetings with Border Roads Organisation BRO Director General Lt Gen Raghu Srinivasan and reviewed the progress of the road projects A Lok Bhavan official said that the Governor and the BRO DG discussed the need to strengthen strategic road connectivity to border areas ensure regular maintenance and establish mechanisms for swift restoration whenever road communication is disrupted The Governor expressed gratitude to the BRO for successfully executing 10 strategically vital roads and 22 bridges under the Arunank Udayak Vartak and Brahmank Projects These crucial assets were virtually inaugurated on December 7 by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh marking an important milestone in the stateâs infrastructure development the official said Lt General Parnaik Retd said that these national security infrastructure projects will significantly enhance military mobility provide yearround access to remote and sensitive regions and improve the operational readiness of our armed forces for quick response At the same time he said that the improved connectivity will bring substantial socioeconomic benefits to local communities fostering growth and improving livelihoods across the state The Governor also commended the BRO for its humanitarian and communityoriented initiatives including medical outreach camps in remote villages and the creation of Play amp Learning Rooms for the children of casual labourers engaged in road construction Such efforts he said reflect the BROâs deep commitment not only to national security but also to the welfare of the people it serves The DG BRO briefed the Governor on the progress and challenges of ongoing strategic projects and assured him that the Organisation remains committed to delivering the highest quality roads and infrastructure for Arunachal Pradesh Taking to his official X account the Chief Minister Khandu said âA productive morning interaction with DGBR Lt Gen Raghu Srinivasan and senior officers of the Border Roads Organisation BRO and Tawang DC Ms Namgyal Angmo IAS A comprehensive review was undertaken on the progress of road projects executed by BRO along with discussions on critical groundlevel issuesâ Khandu said that the Border Roads Organisation continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening national security while making significant contributions to the socioeconomic development of people living in border regions despite operating in extremely challenging terrains A senior official said that the BRO has been instrumental in building strategic infrastructure along Indiaâs frontiers In Arunachal Pradesh BRO has constructed and upgraded roads under the harshest conditions connecting some of the most inaccessible areas he added The official said that these efforts have not only enabled swift troop movement but also brought vital connectivity to border villages turning them into emerging centres of development Arunachal Pradesh shares international borders with China Bhutan and Myanmar placing it at a critical geopolitical crossroadsIn this context robust road infrastructure is vital not just for defence logistics but also for asserting Indiaâs presence in remote areas With increased activity along the Line of Actual Control LAC the development of border roads has become a national priority The BRO along with support from central and state governments is leading this charge IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-guv-cm-review-strategic-road-projects-with-bro-dg-653304.html Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/armed-intruder-apprehended-by-bsf-on-international-border-in-jammu-653171.html Jammu Dec 12 An intruder was apprehended alongwith a weapon by Border Security Force BSF troopers near the international border in JampKâs Jammu district on Friday Police said that the intruder identified as Abdul Khalik was apprehended in the Pargwal areaThe individual has been handed over to Police Post Pargwal Police Station Khour for further legal action Jammu police saidJampK has a 740kmlong line of control LoC and an international border which is 240kmlongThe LoC is situated in Baramulla Kupwara and Bandipora districts of the Kashmir Valley and in Poonch Rajouri and partly in Jammu district of Jammu divisionThe international border is situated in Jammu Samba and Kathua districts of Jammu divisionThe army guards the LoC while the BSF guards the international border Both are deployed to check infiltration exfiltration drug smuggling and drone activity on the border in JampKJampK Police and the security forces are deployed in the hinterland to carry out antiterrorist operations and operations against drug smugglers drug peddlers and those involved in hawala money rackets and other unlawful financial activitiesIt is believed that funds generated by these unlawful activities are used to sustain terrorism in JampKThe revised strategy by the police and the security forces is aimed at dismantling the complete support system of terrorism rather than just focusing on the gunwielding terroristsThe security forces are carrying out aggressive operations against terrorists their overground workers OGWs and sympathisersProperties created through drug smuggling and by engaging in terrorist activities are being attached after obtaining court orders and a constant 24X7 vigil is being maintained in both the border and the hinterland in JampK after the suspension of Operation Sindoor IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/armed-intruder-apprehended-by-bsf-on-international-border-in-jammu-653171.html Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/10-more-maoists-surrender-in-sukma-chhattisgarh-moves-closer-to-naxal-free-future-653173.html RaipurSukma Dec 12 Sukma in Chhattisgarh has witnessed a significant success in the fight against Naxal insurgency with ten Maoists from the Darbha division surrendering before security forces The surrendered cadres carried a combined bounty of Rs 33 lakh including Medium Bhima who alone had an Rs 8 lakh reward on his headThe group which included six women handed over weapons such as an AK47 two SLRs and a BGL barrel grenade launcher signalling their decision to embrace the rehabilitation policy offered by the central and state governmentsThe surrender program was attended by Bastar Inspector General P Sundarraj CRPF Central Reserve Police Force DIG Deputy Inspector General Anand Singh Rajpurohit Sukma SP Kiran Chavan and Collector Devesh DhruvOfficials reiterated that the rehabilitation policy guarantees dignity livelihood and reintegration into society for those who abandon violenceChief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in a statement on his X handle hailed the development as part of a historic transformation in Bastar under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the guidance of Union Home Minister Amit ShahHe emphasised that the âPoona Margem â Rehabilitation to Rejuvenationâ initiative is helping Maoist cadres return to the mainstream offering them a secure and dignified life with their familiesâOur goal is clear to make Chhattisgarh completely Maoistfree and to give Bastar a new identity of development trust and opportunitiesâ he saidThe surrendered Maoists include Medium Bhima Rs 8 lakh Ganga Kunjam Rs 5 lakh Lekam Rama Rs 5 lakh Tati Soni Rs 5 lakh Shanti Sodi Rs 5 lakh Madvi Naveen Rs 1 lakh Madvi Rukni Rs 1 lakh Oyam Mangli Rs 1 lakh Podiyam Mangi Rs 1 lakh and Madvi Gangi Rs 1 lakhUmesh Sundam district president of Sarva Adivasi Samaj urged remaining youth in the organisation to follow suit noting that the situation in Bastar is changing rapidlyHe pointed out that even senior cadres are surrendering in Andhra Pradesh Telangana and Maharashtra This development comes on the heels of another major success when 11 Maoists including CCM member Ramdher Majji surrendered in KhairagarhMajji a top leader long sought by police had been central to the MMC zone which is now believed to be nearly dismantledWith the recent elimination of notorious commander Hidma and successive surrenders security agencies expect more Maoists to lay down armsUnion Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Chhattisgarh next week a visit considered crucial in consolidating these gains IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/10-more-maoists-surrender-in-sukma-chhattisgarh-moves-closer-to-naxal-free-future-653173.html Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarats-accident-insurance-scheme-becomes-a-lifeline-for-over-4-crore-citizens-653183.html Ahmedabad Dec 12 Gujarats Collective Group Accident Insurance Scheme has evolved into a safety net for millions offering timely financial relief during some of the states worst tragedies government officials said on Friday Today more than 412 crore citizens are covered under the scheme officials addedOver the past five years the state has disbursed nearly Rs 293 crore to families of more than 16000 accident victimsFrom the Ahmedabad aircraft crash and the Harni accident in Vadodara to the Morbi bridge collapse Rajkot gaming zone fire and the Takshashila blaze compensation has been delivered swiftly often within days ensuring that families are not left to navigate shock and financial loss aloneThis unified scheme was introduced after the state government consolidated various departmentlevel insurance programmes into a single mechanism to avoid duplication and widen accessUnder the guidance of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel the insurance regulators office designed a standardised model that now provides Rs 2 lakh to Rs 15 lakh of coverage across 14 key categoriesThese include farmers unorganised labourers students police personnel jail guards sanitation workers widows persons with disabilities diamond artisans and youth involved in adventure activitiesGujarat Finance Minister Kanu Desai and Minister of State Kamlesh Patel have led efforts to ensure rapid processing of claims during natural calamities and other emergenciesTheir intervention has strengthened the schemes reputation for transparency speed and citizencentric deliveryFar beyond numbers the programme represents a deeper message in moments of crisis the Gujarat government stands firmly behind its peopleThe Collective Group Accident Insurance Scheme today stands as a cornerstone of the states social security framework an assurance that public interest remains the state governments highest priorityThe Morbi bridge collapse Rajkot gaming zone fire and Takshashila blaze stand out as three of Gujarats most devastating civic tragedies in recent years each exposing critical gaps in safety and oversightThe Morbi suspension bridge collapse in 2022 claimed more than 130 lives many of them children and families out for an evening stroll after a recently renovated structure collapsed catastrophicallyThe Rajkot TRP gaming zone fire in 2024 killed more than 25 people raising urgent questions about fire safety compliance in recreational facilitiesThe Takshashila coachingcentre blaze in Surat in 2019 which took the lives of 22 young students triggered national outrage over illegal constructions and inadequate fire exits in commercial buildings IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarats-accident-insurance-scheme-becomes-a-lifeline-for-over-4-crore-citizens-653183.html Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/dont-turn-children-into-data-points-technologist-warns-as-new-safety-laws-raise-privacy-concerns-653189.html Kollam Dec 12 Childsafety technologist Stephen Antony Venansious has cautioned that emerging childprotection laws could expose minors to new risks by demanding intrusive ageverification and personal data collection If we ask a child to surrender their face or identity just to play or learn online we have already failed them he said saying that safety measures must not come at the cost of childrens privacyVenansious has developed a system that detects grooming and abusive behaviour through ondevice analysis rather than biometric checks or centralised data storageOffered as an Application Programming Interface for gaming education and social media platforms the tool identifies risky interactions without collecting photographs identity documents or other sensitive information from childrenHe says the global debate is too focused on verifying who children are instead of preventing harmful conduct onlineHis remarks come amid a wave of childsafety legislation across countriesIn the US proposed federal rules may require platforms to verify the age of almost all usersApple Chief Executive Tim Cook has voiced opposition warning that such measures could force companies to gather large volumes of sensitive documents from minorsAustralia is considering nationwide restrictions on social media access for under16s while US states like Texas and Utah have advanced similar laws prompting concerns about surveillance and data misuseIndia faces comparable pressuresA NITI Aayogâsupported report recorded a 32 per cent rise in cybercrimes against children between 2021 and 2022 highlighting increasing exposure to cyberbullying predators and privacy violationsThe report noted that children are spending more time online even as parental digital literacy varies widelyThe Unicef in a December 9 statement also warned that blanket bans and strict agebased filters could backfire by pushing children into unregulated online spacesIt said effective child protection must rely on safer platform design stronger content moderation and digital literacy without undermining childrens rights to privacy and participationAs governments press ahead with new rules regulators are now being urged to balance the demand for greater online safety with the need to avoid turning child protection into a new form of surveillanceVenansious says the priority should be clear The task is to protect childhood without turning children into data points and to prove that safety and privacy can stand together IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/dont-turn-children-into-data-points-technologist-warns-as-new-safety-laws-raise-privacy-concerns-653189.html Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/naxalism-on-verge-of-being-eradicated-in-chhattisgarh-says-cm-sai-653208.html Raipur Dec 12 Naxalism in Chhattisgarh is on the verge of extinction Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai declared while completing his two years in office Speaking to media persons the Chief Minister said that security forces have neutralised 505 Maoists while 2386 Maoists have surrendered and 1901 have been arrestedSixtynine security camps have been established in affected regions CM Sai said while the Niyada Nella Nar Yojana rehabilitation policy has encouraged integration into mainstream societyHe added that overcoming the Maoist menace was a major success in the past two yearsFifty schools and several hospitals which were shut due to violence have reopened and development has reached 403 villages with paved roads health centres mobile towers and ration shopsA monthly stipend of Rs 10000 for surrendered Maoists over three years has been introduced to aid rehabilitationCM Sai themed the celebration as Continuous Service Continuous Development highlighting the state governments achievements since he was sworn in on December 13The Chief Minister underscored housing agriculture welfare and security as key areas of progress asserting that his administration has delivered on promises left unfulfilled by the previous Congressled state governmentThe Chief Minister announced that his first Cabinet decision had sanctioned 18 million houses with many already handed over to beneficiaries and more under constructionFarmers he said have received the promised Rs 3100 per quintal for paddy purchases with payments cleared within a weekOutstanding bonuses worth Rs 9700 crore were disbursed to 13 million farmers soon after the state government took charge while two years pending bonuses have also been settledHe also added that womens empowerment was another focus of his government with 22 installments of the Mahatari Vandan Yojana releasing Rs 14000 crore directly into their bank accountsSchemes such as Charan Paduka Yojana have been revived free rations are reaching 73 million poor families and landless farmers are being supported with Rs 10000 eachThe state government has also launched the Shri Ram Lalla Darshan Yojana enabling more than 37000 devotees to visit Ayodhyas Ram temple and Kashi Vishwanath free of costOn the industrial front CM Sai highlighted investment proposals worth Rs 8 lakh crore under the new policy including Chhattisgarhs first semiconductor unit in Nava RaipurRailway expansion has seen Rs 47500 crore invested doubling track length since 2014 and introducing cargo services in RaipurA detailed project report is underway to connect the Indravati and Mahanadi rivers via pipelineChief Minister Sai said his governments focus on welfare infrastructure and security reflects its commitment to continuous service and continuous development IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/naxalism-on-verge-of-being-eradicated-in-chhattisgarh-says-cm-sai-653208.html Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:54:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jaish-e-mohammads-new-playbook-proxy-modules-emerge-as-isi-pushes-low-visibility-terror-in-india-653075.html New Delhi Dec 12 The probe into the Faridabad module and the subsequent Delhi Red Fort blasts has found that the JaisheMohammad was in the process of setting up proxy modules in India An Intelligence Bureau official said that a proxy module is one where the involvement of the terror groupâs command is limited and the members of the module would be doing most of the work with the terror group stepping in only at crunch moments such as providing expertise The involvement of the terror group would not be from start to end The manner in which the Faridabad module operated makes it clear that it worked largely on its own This included setting up the module radicalisation recruitment arranging for the ammunition and even the logistics The module at Faridabad could be termed as either JaisheMohammadinspired or linked said an official The Jaishâs role in the module was limited to setting up and functioning of the module The basic propaganda material was provided by the terror group Further there was limited interaction between the top command of the terror outfit and the members of the module The Jaish stepped in to provide a handler when it came to giving assistance about preparing the explosives another official said An Intelligence Bureau official said that the country would increasingly witness this trend in future Had this module not been busted the ISI would hoped that similar modules would come up in the rest of the country at a rapid pace For Pakistan such modules suit its narrative It does not have to provide funds as these selfinspired proxy modules would have arranged for the money Further it gives Pakistan the deniability factor while also ensuring that acts of terror continue unabated in India This also has to do with the fact that the Narendra Modi government changed its doctrine on terror In the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack the Modi government changed its doctrine whereby it decided to consider an act of terror not as a crossborder strike but as an act of war With such modules mushrooming Pakistan can classify terror incidents as an internal incident Another official said that similar modules were to be replicated in Jammu and Kashmir as well The infiltrations have become hard and the ISI has failed to revive homegrown terror groups such as the Hizbul Mujahideen It had hoped that the likes of Mufti Irfan Ahmed would pick the youth and radicalise them following which they would be recruited into a fully homegrown module that has no direct association with terror groups such as the LashkareTaiba or the Jaish The security agencies have analysed and understood this risk They say that the problem mainly lies with the largescale propaganda that is on This is an issue that has been tackled on a war footing as this is the main reason why there are inspired and proxy modules that are coming up Officials say that this is more or less on the model that the Islamic State set up when it came to lone wolf terrorists It was only the propaganda that the Islamic State put out The rest of the work was all done by the lone wolf who was inspired by such propaganda The same is happening with modules such as the one that was busted in Faridabad Although this module was busted and major terror attacks were averted groups such as the Jaish would once again push their agenda in specific parts of the country so that more such selfinspired proxy modules come up Another issue that is associated with such modules it comprises whitecollared criminals These persons are educated intelligent capable of handling the dark web and have the resources to raise funds for terror attacks in addition to procuring the wherewithal for it IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jaish-e-mohammads-new-playbook-proxy-modules-emerge-as-isi-pushes-low-visibility-terror-in-india-653075.html Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:01:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/japanese-defence-minister-us-counterpart-discuss-china-radar-incident-patrol-of-chinese-and-russian-bombers-653131.html Tokyo Dec 12 Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said on Friday that he and his US counterpart Pete Hegseth held a telephonic conversation and shared concern over rising tensions in the region following recent radar lockon incident involving Japanese and Chinese fighter jets and a joint patrol of Chinese and Russian bombers near Japan local media reported The two ministers spoke for about 40 minutes and agreed that Japan and the US will continue to remain in contact to calm the situation Japans Kyodo News reportedDuring the telephonic conversation Hegseth and Koizumi also spoke about a joint patrol carried out by two Chinese and two Russian bombers over the East China Sea and Pacific near Japans Shikoku IslandSpeaking to reporters Koizumi stated that he and Hegseth agreed that these actions would only increase the tensions in the regionHe expressed Japans readiness in responding to these acts in a calm yet resolute manner while steadily carrying out surveillance activities in the seas and airspace surrounding our countryKoizumi further stated that China has not shared appropriate information with Japan including notice to air missions or navigational warnings such as the area in which the Chinese militarys flight training would be carried out He once again termed the radar lockon dangerous and an action that went beyond what is necessary for the safe flight of aircraftIn a statement the US Department of War said Secretary of War Pete Hegseth spoke to his Japanese counterpart Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi today The two leaders discussed Japans efforts to increase its defense spending and strengthen its capabilities Chinas military activities and the importance of realistic training and exercises across Japan including in the Southwest Islands Secretary Hegseth and Defence Minister Koizumi reaffirmed the importance of the USJapan Alliance and underscored their commitment to deterring aggression in the AsiaPacificOn the afternoon of December 7 Japans ViceMinister for Foreign Affairs Takehiro Funakoshi summoned Chinese Ambassador to Japan Wu Jianghao to the Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the incident occurred on December 6 over international waters southeast of Okinawa Island when a J15 fighter jet which took off from the Chinese Navys aircraft carrier Liaoning intermittently illuminated a F15 fighter jet of the Japan Air SelfDefence Force that was conducting airspace violation measures against itIt was extremely regrettable that such a dangerous act had occurred and Takehiro Funakoshi expressed strong protest and strictly demanded that it not be repeated as per a statement issued after the meetingMeanwhile the Chinese government dismissed comments coming out of Tokyo as irresponsible hype and political manipulationWe would like to reiterate that the facts are very clear Chinas exercises and training activities in the relevant sea and air areas are in accordance with international law and practice and the relevant operations are professional and beyond reproach We strongly urge Japan to immediately cease its dangerous actions that interfere with Chinas normal exercises and training activities and to stop all irresponsible hype and political manipulation said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun while addressing a daily media briefing in Beijing on Monday IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/japanese-defence-minister-us-counterpart-discuss-china-radar-incident-patrol-of-chinese-and-russian-bombers-653131.html Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-l-g-gives-job-appointment-letters-to-41-kin-of-terror-village-victims-652910.html Jammu Dec 11 JampK Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said on Thursday that for long the victims of terrorism were left to struggle in silence as he handed over 41 job appointment letters to next of kin of terror victims Appointment letters were also handed over to 22 beneficiaries in Age relaxation cases and 19 wards of JampK Police martyrs under Compassionate Appointment Rules SRO43 and Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme RASEarlier on July 28 2025 the Lieutenant Governor had handed over the appointment letters to 94 Next of Kin NoKs of terror victims from the Jammu divisionThe move brings relief to 135 terror victim families from the Jammu Division who were denied justice for decades The families of terror victims spoke out fearlessly recounted decades of terror and hardship and exposed the Pakistansponsored terrorists and their local sympathisersIn his address the Lieutenant Governor paid homage to the civilian martyrs and shared the grief of the terror victim familiesâTerror victim families were left to struggle in silence for decades Justice was denied to these families The deep scars were never healed Such families are now being recognised respected and rehabilitated Jobs to real victims of terror and true martyrs reflect the commitment that the nation stands with them with concrete actionâ the LG saidHe reiterated that it is his commitment to restore the dignity and economic security to those families who paid the highest priceAfter a 20year wait for relief the suffering of Naseeb Singh and his family is finally overWe have not bought peace but established peace The days of misgovernance are over Now terrorists separatists and their patrons are not given government jobs but they are being identified and given the harshest punishment for their deedsâ the Lieutenant Governor saidHe stated that certain elements from the dying terror ecosystem are attempting to spread misinformation or negative narratives against the countryHe warned that stringent action would be taken against such elements according to the countrys established legal frameworkâThose who are fanning separatism and threatening national unity will face the action as per the lawâ he saidThe Lieutenant Governor also appealed to all sections of society to contribute to the Mahayagya of development in JampK with selfless actionMembers of the Legislative Assembly and members of various social organisations were also present during the occasion IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-l-g-gives-job-appointment-letters-to-41-kin-of-terror-village-victims-652910.html Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/calcutta-hc-asks-bengal-to-explain-delay-in-barbed-fencing-at-unfenced-bdesh-borders-652937.html Kolkata Dec 11 A division bench of the Calcutta High Court on Thursday directed the West Bengal government to file an affidavit detailing its observations on the issue of installing barbed fencing along international borders in the state with Bangladesh that remain unfenced The bench comprising Acting Chief Justice Sujoy Paul and Justice Partha Sarathi Sen asked the West Bengal government to submit the affidavit by December 22 the next date fixed for hearing the matterThe direction followed hearing of a public interest litigation seeking immediate erection of barbed fencing at the unfenced international borders with Bangladesh in West BengalAs per the benchâs order the state government will have to explain in its affidavit why land for setting up the barbed fencing at the unfenced borders was not handed over to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs despite the latter paying the entire acquisition costThe division bench also observed that in case of objections to the state governmentâs affidavit the Union government would be given an opportunity to present its argumentsThe court further directed that the principal secretary of the West Bengal Land and Land Reforms Department be made a party to the caseLand acquisition at the stateâs international borders with Bangladesh has long been contentious with the Border Security Force BSF and the Union government accusing the state of noncooperationThe BJP has also accused the state government and the ruling Trinamool Congress of neglecting an issue that involves national security With the Calcutta High Court setting a deadline for the state government to submit its observations the matter has taken a critical legal turnIt needs to be noted that the IndiaBangladesh border in West Bengal spans varied terrain including rivers forests and densely populated enclaves making fencing and surveillance a persistent challengeSecurity agencies flag frequent cases of illegal migration smuggling and cattle trafficking while coordination between state authorities and central agencies remains crucial to tightening border management IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/calcutta-hc-asks-bengal-to-explain-delay-in-barbed-fencing-at-unfenced-bdesh-borders-652937.html Fri, 12 Dec 2025 01:01:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/south-korea-us-likely-to-launch-regular-consultations-next-week-on-north-korea-policy-653055.html Seoul Dec 12 South Korea and the United States are likely to launch a regular consultative meeting as early as next week to strengthen their coordination on North Korea policy diplomatic sources said Friday as the allies explore ways to reengage Pyongyang Diplomatic authorities in Seoul and Washington are arranging for Jeong Yeondoo Vice Minister for Intelligence and North Koreas nuclear issues at the foreign ministry and acting US Ambassador to South Korea Kevin Kim to inaugurate the regular consultative meeting next week the sources said Yonhap News Agency reportedThe date is likely to be next Tuesday although no final decision has been madeSeoul and Washington have reportedly reached a consensus on the need for such a regular channel to enable timely consultations on North Korearelated issues as a closely coordinated policy stance has become more important than ever with both countries seeking to resume dialogue with PyongyangOnce the meeting is launched it is expected to focus on finetuning the pace and direction of the allies North Korea policy especially as the Lee Jae Myung administration gears up for fullfledged peacemaking efforts toward North Korea starting next yearOn December 9 Seouls Foreign Ministry said that South Korea and the United States are in discussions to hold a regular meeting on coordinating the allies policy on North KoreaForeign Ministry spokesperson Park Il made the remarks in a regular press briefing saying workinglevel talks have been underway for months to hash out the details of the proposed meetingâThrough the meeting we plan to discuss overall policy toward North Korea including ways to bring the North back to the dialogue tableâ Park saidSeoul and Washington have reportedly reached a consensus on the need to have such a regular channel to enable timely consultations on North Korearelated issues However the two sides are not considering setting up a permanent consultative body according to officialsThe move comes as the Lee Jae Myung administration seeks to mend frayed ties with North Korea and resume dialogue despite Pyongyangs silence toward Seouls peace overturesUS President Donald Trump has expressed his intent to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jongun to resume stalled diplomacyActing US Ambassador Kim reaffirmed Monday that the complete denuclearisation of North Korea remains the policy shared with South Korea after the phrase was absent from a new US security strategy document IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/south-korea-us-likely-to-launch-regular-consultations-next-week-on-north-korea-policy-653055.html Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-italy-ties-built-on-democratic-values-commitment-to-stable-and-prosperous-world-eam-jaishankar-652671.html New Delhi Dec 9 Hailing ties between India and Italy External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday that the partnership between the two nations is based on democratic values respect for civilisation culture heritage and a commitment to a stable secure and prosperous world In his opening remarks at the meeting with Italys Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani here Jaishankar noted that his second visit to India this year demonstrates the growing momentum in bilateral tiesDeputy Prime Minister its a great pleasure to welcome you and your delegation to India This is your second visit this year It reflects the growing momentum and the third visitThe fact that you come so often is very welcome for us It shows a very strong commitment It has led to a very good relationship between us personally between our governments and our partnership which is built on democratic values it is on respect for civilisation for culture for heritage and our commitment to a stable secure and prosperous world he saidAs I said you know these meetings we have in each others countries but also sometimes if we are somewhere else are very useful We constantly talk to each other We renew our agenda Today I want to welcome you and your delegation to India Youve just had a very good meeting with the Prime Minister So I think in many ways that has given a very clear direction to the future development of our ties he addedHe expressed gratitude to Tajani for the Italian governments message of solidarity following the terrorist attack in New Delhi in November He also recalled the recent meeting held between Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in South Africas JohannesburgEAM Jaishankar said I want to thank you also for the message of solidarity from the government of Italy when we had this terror incident last month in New Delhi and of course recently when our Prime Ministers met in the G20 in Johannesburg we announced the joint initiative to counter financing of terrorism that was a very positive step We work with Italy We regard you as one of our closest partners in that including in the FATF the Financial Action Task ForceHe also said that he plans to discuss political cooperation defence maritime security space IndoPacific West Asia and the Ukraine conflict during his meeting with TajaniToday I would like to discuss with you political cooperation defence maritime security space in which you have great interest culture critical technologies see how we can take our strategic action plan forward how to promote peopletopeople ties and I would of course also like to discuss a number of regional and global issues what is happening in the IndoPacificWe both have an interest in what we call West Asia the Middle East for you I would also like to get your assessment on the Ukraine conflict and the diplomacy which is taking place in that regard We cooperate very closely in the United Nations and in other formats So Im sure well have a very good discussion he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/india-italy-ties-built-on-democratic-values-commitment-to-stable-and-prosperous-world-eam-jaishankar-652671.html Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/south-korea-us-maintaining-very-close-cooperation-on-all-north-korea-related-issues-us-envoy-652626.html Seoul Dec 10 South Korea and the United States are maintaining a very close partnership on all North Korearelated issues acting US Ambassador to Seoul Kevin Kim said Wednesday as the allies are seeking a regular meeting on coordinating their policy on the North Kim made the remark after he met Jeong Yeondoo head of the office of strategy and intelligence at the Foreign Ministry to discuss Seoul and Washingtons policy on North KoreaThe United States and Korea are closely coordinating on all issues but its very productive as always and we have a very close partnership on all North Korearelated issues Kim told reporters when asked if the two diplomats discussed launching a task force on North Korea policy Yonhap News Agency reportedBut Kim declined to comment when asked whether the US is concerned about Lees proposed policy goal to seek a nuclearfree Korean PeninsulaThe allies are in talks to hold a regular meeting on coordinating their policy on North Korea as the Lee Jae Myung administration seeks to mend frayed ties with the North and resume interKorean talksLast month Jeong was appointed to the viceministerial post responsible for intelligence and North Korean nuclear issuesOn December 8 a US envoy reaffirmed that complete denuclearisation of North Korea remains the policy shared with South Korea after a new US security strategy document showed the phrase was absent Ambassador Kim made the mark following his meeting with First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoonjoo days after the Donald Trump administration released its latest National Security Strategy NSSThe document includes no mention of North Korea and contains no language reaffirming the US commitment to its denuclearisation unlike the 2017 and 2022 versions raising concerns that North Korea issues could be pushed to the sidelinesPresident Trump and President Lee Jae Myung reiterated their commitment to the complete denuclearisation of North Korea in the joint fact sheet Kim told reporters when asked about the NSS referring to the joint summit document recently released by the alliesThat is our Korea policy right now he saidKim said North Korea was among the issues discussed during his meeting with Park including ways to best coordinate on related and other issuesKim also noted that Seoul has reaffirmed the importance of coordination on joint military exercises apparently referring to growing calls in South Korea to adjust the drills with the US as leverage to bring Pyongyang back to dialogueDefence Minister Ahn previously reiterated the absolute critical nature of coordinating on joint military exercises I think the words that he used were that military exercises are like the lifeline of a military Thats our expectation moving forward he saidAsked if the US is open to revising the nuclear energy pact to allow Seoul to enrich uranium and reprocess spent fuel the envoy said the two sides are still in discussionsWe are going to do our best to implement the joint fact sheet Kim saidThe joint fact sheet lays out the commitments on trade investment security and other issues made during the two recent summits between President Lee and US President Trump in August and OctoberIn the document the US states support for the process that will lead to South Koreas civil uranium enrichment and spent fuel reprocessing for peaceful use consistent with their existing bilateral nuclear energy pact and subject to US legal requirementsIn the recent highlevel talks in Washington Seoul and Washington agreed to launch working groups for followup talks on the joint fact sheet IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/south-korea-us-maintaining-very-close-cooperation-on-all-north-korea-related-issues-us-envoy-652626.html Wed, 10 Dec 2025 23:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/harimau-shakti-2025-india-malaysia-troops-begin-counter-insurgency-and-heliborne-training-652651.html New Delhi Dec 10 The IndiaMalaysia joint military exercise Harimau Shakti 2025 which began last week has now entered a highintensity training phase incorporating advanced tactical manoeuvres and heliborne insertion techniques an official said on Wednesday This phase is designed to further strengthen interoperability and operational synergy between the Indian Army and the Malaysian Armed ForcesAs part of the ongoing module troops were introduced to CounterInsurgency and CounterTerrorism CICT concepts followed by an indepth lecturecumdemonstration on patrolling techniquesMixed teams executed joint patrolling rehearsals to refine coordination enhance situational responsiveness and improve mission planning under simulated operational conditionsThe exercise also featured discussions focused on sharpening decisionmaking and operational cohesion during dynamic scenariosAccording to officials âambush theory sessions and practical demonstrations were conducted to strengthen smallteam offensive capabilities while a structured Command Post Exercise CPX reinforced tactical planning and battlefield management skillsââSlithering drills showcasing critical heliborne insertion techniques suited for dense and restrictive terrain further added to the realism and operational value of the exerciseâ they added With progressive modules including ambush manoeuvres slithering demonstrations live firing practices and seamless joint patrolling Harimau Shakti 2025 continues to elevate tactical proficiency modern warfare adaptability and combined combat readinessThe exercise stands as a testament to the deepening defence cooperation and mutual trust between India and MalaysiaAiming to practice tactical actions the fifth edition of Joint Military exercise âExercise Harimau Shakti 2025â commenced last Friday in Mahajan Field Firing Range RajasthanThe exercise will continue till December 18The Indian contingent is being represented mainly by troops from the Dogra Regiment The Malaysian side is being represented by troops from the 25th Battalion Royal Malaysian ArmyThe exercise aims to jointly rehearse the conduct of SubConventional Operations under Chapter VII of the United Nations MandateCollective efforts will focus on achieving an enhanced level of interoperability amongst the troops and reducing the risk to life and property while keeping the interests and agenda of the UN at the forefront during peacekeeping operations IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/harimau-shakti-2025-india-malaysia-troops-begin-counter-insurgency-and-heliborne-training-652651.html Wed, 10 Dec 2025 23:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-navy-chief-discusses-enhancing-maritime-cooperation-with-brazilian-navy-official-652475.html Brasilia Dec 10 Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi met Commander of the Brazilian Navy Admiral Marcos Sampaio Olsen and discussed boosting the growing maritime cooperation between the two nations According to the Indian Navy the discussions between the two sides focused on operational engagements training exchanges hydrographic collaboration information sharing and avenues for enhancing maritime domain awarenessThe scope of expanding cooperation in areas of defence industry technology development innovation exchange of best practices and capacity building between the two navies was also deliberatedThe highlevel engagement reaffirmed the mutual resolve of both navies to strengthen strategic convergence and deepen the IndiaBrazil maritime partnership contributing to stability in the global maritime commons in the Global SouthIn lieu of strengthening the IndiaBrazil Strategic Partnership Admiral Tripathi is on an official visit to Brazil from December 912The visit aims to consolidate the robust and growing maritime partnership between the Indian Navy and the Brazilian Navy considered an important pillar of the broader IndiaâBrazil Strategic PartnershipDuring the visit the CNS will hold discussions with senior leadership of Brazil including Jose Mucio the Defence Minister of Brazil and Admiral Renato Rodrigues de Aguiar Freire Chief of the Joint Staff of the Brazilian Armed ForcesThese interactions will provide an opportunity to review ongoing bilateral maritime cooperation enhance operationallevel linkages and explore new avenues for collaboration between the two navies the Ministry of Defence statedNotably the visit also includes engagements with operational commands visits to naval bases and shipyards of the Brazilian NavyThe discussions will focus on shared maritime priorities naval interoperability capacity building and collaboration within multilateral frameworks including the broader SouthSouth collaborationAccording to the ministry the visit by the Navy Chief reaffirms the Indian Navys commitment to enhancing cooperation with the Brazilian Navy in the areas of maritime security professional exchanges and capacity building thereby contributing to stability in the global maritime commons IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-navy-chief-discusses-enhancing-maritime-cooperation-with-brazilian-navy-official-652475.html Wed, 10 Dec 2025 20:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bsf-trooper-found-dead-in-jampks-samba-652292.html Jammu Dec 9 A Border Security Force BSF trooper was found dead under suspicious circumstances in JampKâs Samba district on Tuesday officials said Constable Sukhdeep Singh a resident of Ferozpur in Punjab was found lying in a canal at Rehiyan village on Monday evening Locals shifted him to the district hospital in Samba where doctors declared him dead an official saidPreliminary police investigation suggests he was travelling on a motorcycle and may have accidentally fallen into the canal Police have initiated inquest proceedings to ascertain the exact cause of death the official addedIn a separate incident a Central Reserve Police Force CRPF constable died after collapsing inside a camp in the Nagrota area of Jammu on Monday His body was taken to the Government Medical College hospital for a postmortem examination and other formalities officials said adding he is believed to have died of cardiac arrestThe BSF guards the 240kmlong international border which runs through Jammu Samba and Kathua districts in the Jammu division of JampKThe army guards the 740kmlong Line of Control LoC running through Baramulla Kupwara Bandipora Rajouri Poonch and partly in the Jammu districtThe army and the BSF are deployed on antiinfiltration antidrone activities initiated from across the border and to check crossborder smuggling etcAntiterrorism duties are performed by JampK Police and other security forces in synergy with each other in the hinterlandIn their revised strategy police and the security forces carry out operations against terrorists their overground workers OGWs sympathisers drug smugglers and those involved in hawala money and other unlawful financial activitiesIt is believed that funds generated by drug smuggling drug peddling hawala money rackets and other unlawful financial activities are finally used to sustain terrorism in JampK IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bsf-trooper-found-dead-in-jampks-samba-652292.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/grandmother-daughter-kill-14-year-old-boy-commit-suicide-over-financial-distress-in-bengaluru-652037.html Bengaluru Dec 8 A tragic incident in which a mother and grandmother committed suicide after allegedly killing a 14yearold boy was reported from the Tavarekere area in Koramangala locality of Karnatakas Bengaluru on Monday within the limits of the SG Palya Police Station police officials said The deceased have been identified as Maunish 14 his mother 38yearold Sudha and his grandmother 68yearold MuddammaIt is suspected that they first poisoned the boy and then consumed poison themselvesPreliminary investigation indicates that the boys mother and grandmother took the extreme step due to mounting debtsBengaluru Deputy Commissioner of Police Southeast division Sarah Fatima visited the spot and examined whether a death note or any other evidence was presentSpeaking to the media on Monday DCP Fatima said that a call was received on emergency number 112 reporting the deathsWhen the police visited the spot and conducted an inspection they found three bodiesShe said the exact reason for the suicides would be known only after the postmortem examinationThe deceased were originally from Tamil NaduThey had visited a temple in Dharmapuri on SundayThe boy was studying in Class 7 at Christ School We are conducting further investigation to determine the exact cause of the deaths The bodies have currently been sent for postmortem examination DCP Fatima saidAccording to the police Sudha and Muddamma had earlier run a small hotel where they sold biryaniAfter suffering losses they switched to selling chips and milk and later began doing household workMounting debt is suspected to have driven them to take this extreme stepPreliminary investigations suggest that Sudha had separated from her husband a few years agoMaunish and Sudha were living with her mother MuddammaThe family consumed poison inside their residence and neighbours noticed family members lying unconscious and informed the policeFurther investigation is underwayOn September 15 a couple from Bengaluru Rural district allegedly strangled their two children to death before attempting to take their own lives due to mounting financial difficultiesThe incident occurred in Gonakanahalli on the outskirts of the cityAccording to police Shivakumar aged 32 killed his daughter and son aged 11 and 7 before hanging himselfHis wife Manjula aged 30 survived after being rescued in time by neighbours but she has since been arrested on charges of murderWhile the children were engaged in their daily chores in the familys flower plantation at the back of the house the couple first called their daughter inside and strangled herThey then called their son and strangled him in a similar manner police saidPolice said Shivakumar had sustained serious leg injuries in an accident some time ago leaving the family dependent on Manjulas meagre income from odd labour jobsThe couple had also borrowed money for his treatment and the financial pressure reportedly drove them to decide to end their lives and also kill their children to prevent them from becoming orphans IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/grandmother-daughter-kill-14-year-old-boy-commit-suicide-over-financial-distress-in-bengaluru-652037.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/policeman-injured-after-assailants-target-police-station-in-pakistans-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-652302.html Islamabad Dec 9 A policeman was injured after assailants targeted a police station in Bannu district of Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa local media reported A police officer said that assailants targeted the Ahmadzai police station with sniper fire on Monday the Dawn reported During an intense exchange of fire additional SHO HassanalMaab was injuredHe stated that the injured police official was taken to the hospital for treatment and the police authorities sent additional forces to the site of the incident to arrest the assailantsOn December 3 three police personnel including an assistant subinspector ASI were killed in a blast targeting a police vehicle in the Dera Ismail Khan area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa local media reported citing district police spokesperson Yaqoob ZulqarnainZulqarnain stated that an improvised explosive device was used to carry out the blast in the Paniyala area Dawn reportedThe police spokesperson stated that ASI Gul Alam Constable Rafiq and the driver of the mobile van Sakhi Jan were killed in the attack while another constable accompanying them remained unhurtOn December 2 four people including the senior government official and three others were killed after a convoy of North Waziristan Assistant Commissioner Shah Wali Khan was targeted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Pakistanbased Samaa TV reportedShah Wali Khan was travelling with his security squad on the BannuâMiranshah Road when attackers targeted his convoy near Masoomabad Mamandkhel He died on the spot while two security police personnel and a passerby were also killed in the attackThree people including two members of Shah Wali Khans security staff and the convoys driver were injured in the incidentPakistan has witnessed an increase in militant activities in the past year particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan after TehreekiTaliban Pakistan TTP ended its ceasefire with the government in November 2022Meanwhile Islamabadbased Centre for Research and Security Studies CRSS in its latest security report has revealed that Pakistan has witnessed an over 46 per cent rise in overall violence in its security landscape for the third quarter of 2025As per the report Pakistan reported at least 901 fatalities and 599 injuries among civilians security personnel and outlaws â resulting from 329 incidents of violence including terror attacks and counterterror operationsPakistan recorded 1527 fatalities between January and September 2024 Q1Q3 The 2414 fatalities during the same period showcase a surge of 58 per cent in violence However the source of fatalities has shifted As many as 505 deaths were reported due to security operations in 2024 while 1022 people died due to terror attacks IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/policeman-injured-after-assailants-target-police-station-in-pakistans-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-652302.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-welcomes-steps-taken-by-uk-govt-to-sanction-khalistani-terror-entities-652050.html New Delhi Dec 8 India on Monday welcomed the actions taken by the United Kingdom UK government against antiIndia Khalistani extremist elements hoping that both countries will continue to work closely in further strengthening the counterterrorism and security cooperation While addressing a regular media briefing on Monday the Ministry of External Affairs MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that the steps taken by the UK government strengthen the global fight against terrorism and help to curb illicit financial flows and transnational crime networksWhen asked about UK governments action against Babbar Khalsas Gurpreet Singh Rehal and Babbar Akali Lehar group Jaiswal responded We welcome the steps that have been taken by the UK government to sanction antiIndia extremist entities which strengthen the global fight against terrorism and extremism and help to curb illicit financial flows and transnational crime networks Such individuals and entities pose a threat not just to India and the UK but to people across the world We look forward to continuing to work very closely with the UK side in further strengthening our counter terrorism and security cooperationOn December 4 the UK Treasury announced an asset freeze and Director disqualification against Gurpreet Singh Rehal Rehal who is suspected of belonging to organisations involved in terrorism in India It also announced an asset freeze against a group Babbar Akali Lehar for promoting and supporting the same terrorist groupHM Treasury assesses Rehal is involved in Babbar Khalsa and Babbar Akali Leharâs terrorist activities including promoting and encouraging carrying out recruitment activities for providing financial services to as well as supporting and assisting those organisations including through purchasing weapons and other military materiel HM Treasury also assesses that Babbar Akali Lehar is associated with and involved in Babbar Khalsaâs terrorist activities by promoting and encouraging and carrying out recruitment activities for the group and itself read a statement issued by the UK governmentAccording to the statement all funds owned held or controlled by Rehal or Babbar Akali Lehar in the UK are subject to an asset freeze These sanctions will stop UK individuals and entities from dealing with any funds or economic resources owned held or controlled by Rehal or Babbar Akali Lehar or making funds economic resources and financial services available to or for their benefitEarlier in October Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his UK counterpart Keir Starmer discussed the Khalistani extremist issue during their discussions held in Mumbai during latters visit to IndiaWhile addressing a special media briefing on Starmers visit to India Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that PM Modi during the talks emphasised that radicalism and violent extremism had no space in democratic societies and the need to act against them in the legal frameworkWhen asked whether Khalistani extremist issue was raised during the talks between PM Modi and Starmer Misri responded Yes it is a subject that had come up in the discussions in July It was flagged again during the discussions held today and Prime Minister emphasised that radicalism and violent extremism had no space in democratic societies and in particular should not be allowed to use the freedoms or abuse the freedoms provided by democratic societies and there was need to move against them within the legal frameworks that are available to both sidesIndia has earlier too shared its concerns over the presence of Khalistani extremists in the UKDuring his visit to UK in July PM Modi said that forces with extremist ideology cannot be allowed to misuse democratic freedomWe thank Prime Minister Starmer and his Government for strongly condemning the Pahalgam terror attack We are united in the belief that there is no place for double standards in the fight against terrorism We also agree that the forces with extremist ideology cannot be allowed to misuse democratic freedom Those who misuse democratic freedoms to undermine democracy itself must be held to account said PM Modi while making a press statement alongside his UK counterpart StarmerPM Modis statement came amid growing concerns over the presence of Khalistani extremists in the United Kingdom who have in the past also created ruckus at the Indian High Commission in London IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/india-welcomes-steps-taken-by-uk-govt-to-sanction-khalistani-terror-entities-652050.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-nepal-dgmos-validate-exercise-suryakiran-xix-cementing-long-standing-military-brotherhood-652310.html New Delhi Dec 9 The Directors General of Military Operations DGMOs of the Indian Army Lt Gen Manish Luthra and Nepal Army Maj Gen Anup Jung Thapa jointly witnessed and validated the twoday Battalionlevel Validation Exercise conducted as part of Exercise SURYAKIRANâXIX marking the culmination of an intensive combined training cycle at the Foreign Training Node Pithoragarh defence officials said on Tuesday The validation exercise successfully demonstrated joint Tactics Techniques and Procedures TTPs for CounterTerrorism operations mandated under Chapter VII of the UN CharterAccording to the defence officials the drills integrated a range of niche technologies including ISR and precisiontargeting drones advanced daynight weapon sights AIenabled surveillance feeds unmanned operational and logistics platforms and secure battlefield communication systemsThe exercise highlighted seamless interoperability synchronised mission planning and coordinated execution of combined tactical operations in a CT environment at Battalion Company and smallteam levelsâTroops rehearsed Intelligencebased surgical operations across complex terrains including the employment of aerial insertion modes to enhance rapidresponse capabilityâ officials saidRecognising the importance of shared security and humanitarian preparedness in the strategic Himalayan region both DGMOs lauded the exercise for strengthening operational synergy deepening mutual trust and reinforcing the longstanding military brotherhood between the two ArmiesAs a symbol of this enduring partnership the DGMOs jointly planted a Tree of Friendship reaffirming the timeless bonds and strategic cooperation between India and NepalIt is pertinent to note here that the 19th edition of Joint Military manoeuvres Exercise SURYAKIRAN XIX 2025 commenced on November 25 at Pithoragarh UttarakhandThe exercise was being conducted from November 25 to December 8 2025The Indian contingent comprising 334 personnel was being represented mainly by troops from the Assam Regiment The Nepal side was being represented by 334 personnel mainly by troops from the Devi Datta RegimentExercise SURYAKIRANâXIX stands as a powerful demonstration of unity preparedness and partnership for regional peace and stability IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/india-nepal-dgmos-validate-exercise-suryakiran-xix-cementing-long-standing-military-brotherhood-652310.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-l-g-says-nation-will-always-remain-indebted-to-soldiers-652086.html Jammu Dec 8 Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said on Monday that the nation will always remain indebted to soldiers for the sacrifices they have made LG Sinha also interacted with veterans of the Armed Forces at Lok Bhavan Jammu He expressed gratitude to the Armed Forces and paid tributes to the martyrs He stated that the nation will always remain indebted to the sacrifices made by the soldiersThe Lieutenant Governor made generous contributions towards the Armed Forces Flag Day FundHe said the Armed Forces Flag Day which was observed on December 7 2025 reminds the citizens of the nation that the wellbeing of the Armed Forces personnel is the collective responsibility of the nation and every individual must contribute to support the Armed Forces who safeguard the integrity of the nationThe Lieutenant Governor appealed to the people to contribute towards the Armed Forces Flag Day FundHe said that the fund will be used for the welfare of service personnel their families and exservicemen and their familiesBrig Pankaj Chib Retd Director Sainik Welfare Department Chandraker Bharti Principal Secretary Home veterans and officials of Sainik Welfare Department including Col BS Sambyal Retd Col Manjit Singh Bhau Retd Wg Cdr Tirath Singh Retd Capt IN Kapil Sharma Retd Tanvir Singh Pawan Anand Jagbir Singh Subash Chander and Ms Anshu Dogra were presentThe LG earlier laid foundation for the houses being made for those who suffered during Operation Sindoor due to the shelling from Pakistan He said the Human Resources Development Society HRDS has signed an MoU on Monday undertaking to build these houses for those whose dwellings were destroyed by Pakistan shelling on civilian facilities in Jammu and KashmirThe LG also announced that every family of these affected persons would be provided healthcare insurance cover and modern facilities in the houses made for themHe said an elaborate relief package has been submitted to the Centre for relief of flood victims and their rehabilitation remains top priority for the government IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-l-g-says-nation-will-always-remain-indebted-to-soldiers-652086.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:41:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pocso-court-in-bengals-jalpaiguri-sentences-man-to-25-years-of-ri-for-raping-minor-652092.html Kolkata Dec 8 After nine months of registering the case the special Protection of Children from Sexual Offences POCSO court in West Bengals Jalpaiguri district on Monday convicted a man and sentenced him to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment RI for raping a minor girl At the same time the court imposed a fine of Rs 2 lakh to the convictIn default the court has sentenced the accused man to another two months of imprisonmentApart from this the judge has ordered a financial assistance of Rs 10 lakh to the family of the minor girlAccording to court sources the incident took place in a village under Dhupguri police station in Jalpaiguri district in October last yearThe man allegedly raped a minor girl by threatening herLater he again threatened the victim to keep the crime secretThe minor girl later became pregnant due to the act of the man who was her neighbourAs soon as the incident came to light a written complaint was filed with the local police station in March this yearAfter the incident the police arrested the accused and filed a case under the POCSO ActThe DNA test report of the minors child which was conducted following the arrest of the accused was submitted to the courtBased on the evidence and other relevant materials the court pronounced the judgmentJalpaiguri POCSO Court Assistant Public Prosecutor Debashish Daw said Based on the testimony and evidence of nine people the judge has convicted the accused and sentenced him to 25 years of rigorous imprisonmentSources said that following Mondays development the minors family is happy with the courts judgmentAccording to police sources the matter is being seen as a victory of the police investigation and the swift action that was taken following the registration of the case based on the written complaint from the family of the minor girl IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pocso-court-in-bengals-jalpaiguri-sentences-man-to-25-years-of-ri-for-raping-minor-652092.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/assam-foreign-cigarette-racket-busted-in-cachar-2-arrested-652370.html Silchar Dec 9 Assam Rifles in coordination with Assam Police busted an illicit foreign cigarette racket in southern Assamâs Cachar district and recovered a large consignment of cigarettes valued at Rs 183 crore officials said on Tuesday Two drug peddlers were also arrested in connection with the recovery of the cigarettes smuggled from Myanmar A defence spokesman said that acting on specific intelligence inputs a team of Assam Rifles in coordination with Assam Police carried out an operation in the Tarapur areas of Silchar recovering 3060 packets of illegal Esse Lite cigarettes with an approximate market value of Rs 183 crore Two smugglers identified as Hanannan Husain Burnhuiya and Islamuddin Laskar were also apprehended in connection with the seizure Both are residents of the Cachar district A Scorpio vehicle was also seized The operation reaffirms the unwavering commitment of Assam Rifles towards curbing smuggling and safeguarding the region from illegal trade activities an Assam Rifles statement said Popular among certain groups including drug addicts Esse Lite foreign cigarettes are frequently sold illegally in India as part of a smuggled and untaxed black market largely because they do not comply with the countryâs packaging and healthwarning regulations Myanmars Chin state is a hub for the smuggling of varied drugs foreign cigarettes exotic wildlife animals and many other contraband through six Mizoram districts Champhai Siaha Lawngtlai Hnahthial Saitual and Serchhip Among the drugs smuggled into the Northeastern region highly addictive methamphetamine tablets popularly known as Yaba or âparty tabletsâ contain a mix of methamphetamine and caffeine and are often referred to as the âcrazy drugâ These tablets are widely abused by drug addicts and are banned in India After being smuggled in from Myanmar methamphetamine tablets and other contraband items are routed through Mizoram and transported to various parts of India as well as to Bangladesh and other neighbouring countries Mizoram shares 510 km and 318 km unfenced border with Myanmar and Bangladesh respectively IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/assam-foreign-cigarette-racket-busted-in-cachar-2-arrested-652370.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:46:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/spear-corps-felicitates-15-newly-selected-agniveers-at-pasighat-arunachal-pradesh-652380.html New Delhi Dec 9 The Indian Armyâs Spear Corps organised a felicitation ceremony at the Veterans Seva Kendra VSK Pasighat to honour the successful Agniveer aspirants from East Siang and Siang districts who recently cleared the rigorous selection process under the Agnipath Scheme officials said on Tuesday A total of 15 motivated youth from the region were felicitated for their perseverance dedication and commitment to national serviceThe ceremony was attended by senior civil and military dignitaries including officials from Spear Corps and the local administration along with veterans serving personnel and proud family members of the achieversThe Veterans Seva Kendra Pasighat functioning under the aegis of Spear Corps has played a pivotal role in shaping the success of these aspirants Through the Spearhead Empowering Veterans and Aspirants SeVaA initiative the centre has been providing structured guidance training support and documentation assistance to Agniveer aspirants while simultaneously working for the welfare of veteransAddressing the gathering the dignitaries lauded the consistent efforts of the Veterans Seva Kendra in empowering the youth of the region A senior official remarked âThe Agniveer scheme offers a golden opportunity to the nationâs youth to serve with honour and build a secure future We are proud of these achievers and are confident they will uphold the finest traditions of the Indian ArmyâDuring the ceremony the successful candidates were felicitated with certificates and mementoes acknowledging their hard work and achievement The event stood as a proud moment for the families and the local community reflecting the strong bond between the Army and the people of Arunachal PradeshThe Spear Corps continues to take pride in mentoring and training the driven youth of Arunachal Pradesh guiding them towards distinguished national service through the Agnipath Scheme The success of these 15 Agniveers stands as a testament to sustained efforts disciplined preparation and unwavering determinationThe ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks reaffirming the commitment of the Veterans Seva Kendra Pasighat to continue nurturing future warriors and serving those who have already dedicated their lives to the nation IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/spear-corps-felicitates-15-newly-selected-agniveers-at-pasighat-arunachal-pradesh-652380.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/college-of-defence-management-celebrates-56th-raising-day-652385.html New Delhi Dec 9 The College of Defence Management CDM celebrated its 56th Raising Day in Secunderabad Telangana with a Raising Day Run and Cycling Event an official said on Tuesday At an event organised on Monday Commandant CDM Major General G Srinivas extended his compliments to all ranks the Civilian Defence employees and other staff and reaffirmed CDMâs unwavering commitment to advancing defence management education in the true spirit of its motto âVictory Through ExcellenceâThe celebration witnessed enthusiastic participation from officers staff and their families said the official in a statementTo commemorate the day CDM collaborated with the Purple Pacers and Purple Pedallers clubs to organise a Raising Day Run and Cycling EventThe celebrations also featured the valedictory ceremony of the Developing Responsible Citizens by Investing in Women Empowerment DRIWE a certificate course in collaboration with Osmania University for developing leadership entrepreneurship social awareness and empowerment amongst spouses of the Higher Defence Management Course officer traineesAs part of the celebrations the Indian Navyâs Band âSymphonyâ gave a special performance adding musical splendour to the eventEstablished in 1970 CDM is a premier triservice institution for higher defence management education With its flagship course âThe Higher Defence Management Courseâ HDMC the institute has been instrumental in enhancing organisational effectiveness across the Services by integrating modern management principles into defence planning and decisionmakingThe CDM has trained more than 660 officers from friendly foreign countries contributing significantly to promoting global understanding and defence diplomacyLast month officers of the Higher Defence Management Course CDM visited the Andaman and Nicobar Command to study the synergy achieved among the three Services and the Indian Coast Guard in monitoring and coordinated executionDuring the Forward Area Tour the delegation was briefed on capability development projects of the IAF in the Island territory and capabilities of the Amphibious Brigade said Headquarters Integrated Defence StaffâAt the Joint Operations Centre officers were briefed on recent operational activities including the ongoing Op Castle Bay which has exemplified a high degree of jointness integration and synergy achieved among the three Services and the Indian Coast Guard in monitoring situational awareness and coordinated execution at ANCâ said the HQ IDS IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/college-of-defence-management-celebrates-56th-raising-day-652385.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/cbi-arrests-senior-passport-official-in-disproportionate-assets-case-652407.html New Delhi Dec 9 The Central Bureau of Investigation CBI has arrested a Senior Passport Superintendent currently posted at the Regional Passport Office in Mumbai and earlier stationed in Uttar Pradeshs Ghaziabad in connection with an ongoing disproportionate assets case the Central agency said on Tuesday Officials said the arrest was made late on December 8 after investigators found that the accused Deepak Chandra was attempting to influence witnesses and mislead the inquiryAccording to the CBI a case was registered against Chandra on March 24 2025 for allegedly possessing assets disproportionate to his known sources of incomeInvestigators claim that during the check period from July 30 2018 to September 30 2024 he accumulated assets worth Rs 8506900 which amounted to 14643 per cent more than his legitimate incomeDuring the course of investigation search was conducted at residential premise of the accused which led to the recovery of huge unaccounted cash of around Rs 60 lakh details of investments in immovable properties as well as details of various expenses of high magnitude the CBI said in its press noteThe agency also documented details of investments in immovable properties and substantial personal expenditures that it believes could not be justified by his salary and official earningsIn September the AntiCorruption Court of the CBI in Ghaziabad issued an adinterim attachment order allowing the agency to provisionally attach properties linked to the accusedThese included a residential flat and a commercial shop both identified during the course of the inquiryFollowing his arrest Chandra was produced before the CBI court in Ghaziabad on December 9 The court granted the agency police custody of the accused until December 12 to facilitate further questioningThe CBI said the investigation into the alleged disproportionate assets and related financial trails remains ongoing IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/cbi-arrests-senior-passport-official-in-disproportionate-assets-case-652407.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/vijay-to-address-tvk-supporters-in-puducherry-today-amid-police-restrictions-652153.html Chennai Dec 9 A public rally organised by the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam TVK is scheduled for Tuesday at the Uppalam Helipad Ground in Puducherry with party leader Vijay set to address supporters amid strict policeimposed regulations and elaborate security arrangements The rally is part of Vijayâs districtwise campaign across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Following the Karur incident last month the actorturnedpolitician addressed a public meeting at a private college in Kancheepuram Soon after the party formally announced his participation in the Puducherry rally which generated considerable excitement among TVK volunteers and supportersPolice permission has been granted for the event to be held between 10 am and noon on Tuesday at the Uppalam Helipad Ground However attendance has been restricted to a maximum of 5000 people and entry will be allowed only through QR codeenabled passesThe police have also imposed a ban on issuing these passes to participants from Tamil Nadu as part of additional crowdcontrol measures To ensure basic facilities organisers in coordination with the authorities have arranged 20 plastic water tanks with a capacity of 1000 litres each at various locations in and around the venue Temporary toilet facilities have also been set up at multiple points for the convenience of those attending the meetingAccording to the schedule Vijay will leave his residence at Panaiyur this morning and reach the rally venue by around 1030 am via the East Coast Road He is expected to address the gathering from his campaign vehicleEntry into the ground will be strictly limited to those carrying valid passes In a statement issued at the behest of Vijay TVK General Secretary Bussy Anand announced a set of strict guidelines for party volunteers and supporters Pregnant women mothers with infants senior citizens persons with physical challenges schoolchildren and persons with disabilities have been advised not to attend the rallySupporters have also been directed not to pursue Vijayâs vehicle either during his arrival or departure Referring to High Court directions the party has instructed that no cutouts banners decorative arches or flagwired structures should be erected on national highways or other public roads without proper permissionVolunteers have also been warned against climbing on government or private buildings compound walls trees vehicles and flagpoles near the venue Standing close to electric poles transformers and streetlight structures has also been prohibitedPolice have enforced a total of 11 safety and trafficrelated restrictions in the Uppalam area to ensure the smooth movement of ambulances public transport pedestrians and motorists particularly safeguarding women children the elderly and patientsAs a precautionary safety measure the governmentaided Mathias Higher Secondary School and the Bethany Seminary Primary School located near the Uppalam Helipad Ground have been declared closed on Tuesday IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/vijay-to-address-tvk-supporters-in-puducherry-today-amid-police-restrictions-652153.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/armed-man-arrested-at-vijays-puducherry-rally-venue-security-tightened-652162.html Chennai Dec 9 David a resident of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu was arrested by Puducherry Police on Tuesday after he was found carrying a weapon while attempting to enter actorturnedpolitician Vijayâs campaign rally venue The incident led to an immediate tightening of security at the venue with police intensifying checks and surveillance as a precautionary measureThe rally being held at the Uppuveli Port complex in Puducherry marks Vijayâs first major public appearance after the tragic stampede at Karur that claimed the lives of 41 people In the wake of that incident Puducherry police imposed stringent safety and crowdcontrol measures to avoid any recurrence of such a tragedyAs part of the restrictions only 5000 people have been permitted to attend the rally Entry is allowed strictly through QR codeenabled passes issued by the party The police have also advised that children pregnant women and senior citizens should not attend the programme due to safety concerns In addition only residents of Puducherry have been allowed to attend while people from neighbouring districts of Tamil Nadu are barred from entryDespite these strict restrictions David attempted to enter the venue during the volunteer screening process He was intercepted during routine checking at a metal detector gate where police detected the weapon in his possessionDuring preliminary questioning it was confirmed that he had travelled from Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu Since the entry of Tamil Nadu residents was already prohibited police are now questioning him to establish the motive behind his presence at the rally and how he managed to reach the venueFollowing his arrest security at the venue was further strengthened with the deployment of additional police personnel Intensive frisking document verification and electronic surveillance have been introduced at all entry points to prevent any further security breachesMeanwhile confusion prevailed among a section of attendees after false information circulated that one QR code token would allow two people to enterReports indicated that some party administrators had initially conveyed this message However police clarified that only one person is permitted per QR code and that the rule is being enforced strictly without any exceptionTo manage traffic and crowd movement three designated parking zones have been arranged at the Pondy Marina area behind the stadium and in the old harbour regionOrganisers have also been instructed to ensure the availability of drinking water toilet facilities and ambulance services at the venue Police officials stated that all precautionary measures are in place to ensure that the rally proceeds peacefully without compromising public safety IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/armed-man-arrested-at-vijays-puducherry-rally-venue-security-tightened-652162.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/hospital-staffer-held-for-molesting-medical-student-in-bengals-north-24-parganas-652418.html Kolkata Dec 9 A temporary staff of a rural hospital in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal has been arrested on charges of molesting a medical student the police said on Tuesday The incident took place at the rural hospital of Gaighata police station in Bangaon of North 24 Parganas districtThe incident has created a stir in the hospital premises since the matter came to lightAccording to police sources the incident took place on MondayThe woman medical student who is studying pharmacy went to Chandpara Rural Hospital to take trainingThe accused Ratan Malakar is a temporary worker who is employed in the hospital for a long timeHis house is located in Habra area of the same districtThe medical student went to the toilet on MondayThe accused allegedly blocked the victims path while returning from the toiletThe accused also made an indecent proposal towards her which she refusedSomehow the medical student escaped from thereLater she filed a written complaint with the Gaighata police stationBased on the complaint the police arrested the man on Monday night after investigating the incidentThe accused was also subjected to preliminary interrogationThe accused was produced before the Bangaon district court where the police sought his police custodyA senior officer of North 24 Parganas district police said A medical student lodged a complaint yesterday against a temporary staff of Chandpara Rural Hospital It was alleged that she was molested Based on her complaint the accused was arrested last night He was produced in a court today Further investigation into the incident is underwayFollowing the development questions have also been raised about the safety of female patients and medical students in the hospitalThe hospital authorities however did not issue any official statement regarding the incidentEarlier this year several incidents of nurse doctors and even medical students being beaten up and molested surfaced from various places across the state IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/hospital-staffer-held-for-molesting-medical-student-in-bengals-north-24-parganas-652418.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 23:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/biometric-registration-of-myanmar-and-bangladeshi-refugees-underway-in-mizoram-652007.html Aizawl Dec 8 Various district authorities in Mizoram have so far recorded the biometric details of around 66 per cent of the nearly 31000 Myanmar refugees taking shelter in the Northeastern state after fleeing their country in different phases following the military coup in February 2021 officials said on Monday An official of the Mizoram Home Department said that biometric data of around 20335 of around 31000 refugees from Myanmar have been collected so far across 11 districtsSimilarly the biometric details of around 14 per cent of the 2375 Bangladeshi refugees was recorded so far in different districtsOn the advice of the Ministry of Home Affairs MHA the biometric enrollment process has been underway through the Foreigners Identification Portal and Biometric Enrollment systemOut of Mizorams 11 districts the Serchhip district administration first launched the biometric enrollment drive for the refugees on July 30 and subsequently 10 other districts commenced the enrollment processAccording to the official the electronic registration process has faced several hurdles including technical glitches and poor internet connectivity in remote areasDespite these challenges the district authorities have managed to continue the enrollment drive though progress remains slow he saidBesides the Myanmar refugees around 2375 migrants from the Chittagong Hill Tracts CHT of southeastern Bangladesh have taken shelter in three districts of Mizoram over the past two yearsMost of the Bangladeshi refugees around 2000 are staying in Lawngtlai district in southern Mizoram which borders both Myanmar and BangladeshTribal refugees from Bangladesh have also been accommodated in Lunglei and Serchhip districtsBoth the Myanmar and Bangladeshi refugees are sheltered in designated camps as well as in relatives and rented houses across all 11 districts of mountainous MizoramIt is troublefree to collect biometric details from refugees living in camps but it is more challenging for those staying in relatives and rented houses spread across hundreds of remote villages the Home Affairs Department official saidTo tackle this problem the authorities concerned in the districts have sought the help of village councils and civil society organisations especially the Young Mizo Association he addedAlong with biometric data the enrollment process also includes the collection of biographical details such as names addresses parents names and any employment history both in Myanmar and in MizoramBefore initiating the biometric data collection the Mizoram government provided extensive training to districtlevel officials to collect biometric and biographical data from refugees taking shelter in the stateFollowing the military coup in Myanmar in February 2021 refugees including women children and elderly persons began entering Mizoram in search of shelterTheir numbers have since grown to nearly 31000 nowMembers of the Bangladeshi Bawm community from the CHT have also been staying in Mizoram for more than two years after fleeing ethnic troubles triggered by a crackdown by the Bangladesh ArmyThe Myanmar refugees mostly from the Chin state share close ethnic traditional and cultural affinities with the majority Mizo community of MizoramThe Bawm also known as Bawmzo are a small ethnic group primarily residing in Bangladeshs Chittagong Hill Tracts and also share cultural similarities with the MizosMyanmars Chin state shares a 510 km mountainous border with six Mizoram districts Champhai Siaha Lawngtlai Hnahthial Saitual and Serchhip while three districts Mamit Lunglei and Lawngtlai share a 318 kmlong border with BangladeshThere is no fencing along Mizorams mountainous international border with Myanmar and BangladeshMizoram has also given shelter to a few thousand displaced tribals after ethnic violence broke out between the Meitei and KukiZo communities in neighbouring Manipur in May 2023 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/biometric-registration-of-myanmar-and-bangladeshi-refugees-underway-in-mizoram-652007.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:02:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/cases-against-srinagar-hotels-home-stays-houseboats-for-foreigner-norms-violations-652023.html Srinagar Dec 8 Cases have been filed against many hotels homestays and houseboats in Srinagar under the Immigration and Foreigners Act for violating the rules police said on Monday In view of strengthening security measures in the city Srinagar Police has taken stringent legal action against several hotels and a homestay for violating mandatory FormC reporting norms required under the Immigration amp Foreigners Act a police statement saidIt said that during routine checking and scrutiny of hotels homestays and houseboats the following were found to be in violation of the rules under the Immigration amp Foreigners Act In the Rajbagh area it was found that Hotel Blossoms Hotel Grand MS and Hotel Golden Forest had allowed foreign nationals to check in without submitting FormC to the Foreigners Registration Office FRO Accordingly FIR No 652025 US 8 amp 23B of the Immigration amp Foreigners Act was registered at Police Station RajbaghâIn the Khanyar area Hotel Khyber located in Khayam was also found violating FormC reporting requirements Despite repeated instructions the management failed to produce any proof of FormC submission As a result FIR No 572025 was registered under relevant sections of law at Police Station KhanyarâIn the Lal Bazar area IMY Home Stay Nowabagh Bagwanpora owned by Mohammad Aslam Baktoo son of Late Habibullah Baktoo was found operating without FormC compliance for Mr Starobinsky Lior a foreign national from Israel along with others The management had deliberately concealed the stay of the foreign guest and failed to submit the mandatory online FormC reporting Accordingly FIR No 602025 US 8 and 23b of the Immigration amp Foreigners Act was registered at Police Station Lal BazarâIn the Nishat area a house owner namely Mohammad Ashraf Zargar son of Mohammad Ramzan Zargar resident of Vakeel Colony Brein was found in noncompliance of the mandatory reporting of Form C to FRO In this connection FIR No 1012025 US 823b of the Immigration and Foreigners Act was registered in Police Station NishatâIn RamMunshi Bagh area House Boats Floating Castle owned by Farooq Ahmad Guroo son of Late Gh Nabi Guroo resident of Ghat No 15 Nehru Park boarded by Ms Lee Ya Hui of Taiwan Best View Houseboat owned by Farooq Ahmad Kutroo son of Ali Mohd Kutroo resident of Ghat No 09 Dal Lake boarded by Mr Maistruik Sergel of Russia House Boat Crystal Palace owned by Gh Hassan Karnai son of Haji Gh Mohammad resident of Abi Karpora Dal lake boarded by Mr Naum Silviu of Romania and Houseboat Lake Palace owned by Mohammad Altaf Gunna son of Mohammad Gunna resident of Abi Karpora Dal Lake boarded by Mr Eduardo Tejerina Gonzalee of Spain were found in violation of the norms for mandatory reporting rules In this connection FIR no 942025 US 714 and 16 of the Immigration and Foreigner Act was registered in Police Station RM BaghThe police said that further investigation into the cases is underway to uncover forward and backward linkagesSrinagar Police reiterates that all hotels guest houses houseboats and homestay operators must strictly comply with FormC submission norms when accommodating foreign nationals Noncompliance with the same is a serious offence and will invite strict legal action Srinagar Police remains committed to safeguarding the security and integrity of the nation and protecting its citizens from activities prejudicial to peace and public order the statement said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/cases-against-srinagar-hotels-home-stays-houseboats-for-foreigner-norms-violations-652023.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/japan-rejects-chinas-claim-about-interference-by-jsdf-fighter-jets-652027.html Tokyo Dec 8 Japan on Monday rejected Chinas claim that interference by its SelfDefence Forces SDF fighter jets during Chinese naval training led to radars being locked on the aircraft Addressing media in Tokyo Japans Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said that the Air SelfDefence Force jets had kept a safe distance from the Chinese military aircraft off Japans southernmost prefecture of Okinawa on Saturday Japanbased Kyodo News reportedKihara termed the communication between Chinese and Japanese authorities extremely important despite Chinas retaliatory measures over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichis earlier remarks on how Japan could react if Taiwan faces an attack Takaichi remarked in November that Tokyo could get involved if Taiwan faces an attack from China which considers the selfruled island part of its territoryMinoru Kihara said the radar locks were dangerous acts beyond what was necessary for the safe flight of aircraft and that Japan will take all possible air and maritime surveillance measures while closely monitoring the Chinese militarys activitiesHe called radar locks dangerous acts beyond what was necessary for the safe flight of aircraft and said that Japan will take all possible air and maritime surveillance measures while closely monitoring military activities of ChinaHis remarks came after the Japanese Defence Ministry stated that Chinese J15 aircraft from the carrier Liaoning locked radar on an ASDF F15 at about 432 pm local time on Saturday and on another aircraft at around 637 pm local time over high seas southeast of Okinawas main islandDuring their exercise in the Pacific Chinese fighters helicopters and the carrier Liaoning carried out nearly 100 training takeoffs and landings on Saturday and Sunday according to Japanese Defence Ministry sparking fears about a hairtrigger situationOn Sunday the Chinese navy said that Japanese aircraft repeatedly approached and disrupted the Chinese naval training maritime area and airspace and endangered flight safetyOn the afternoon of December 7 Japans ViceMinister for Foreign Affairs Takehiro Funakoshi summoned Chinese Ambassador to Japan Wu Jianghao to the Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs detailed that the incident occurred on December 6 over international waters southeast of Okinawa Island when a J15 fighter jet that took off from the Chinese Navys aircraft carrier Liaoning intermittently illuminated a F15 fighter jet of the Japan Air SelfDefence Force that was conducting airspace violation measures against the J15 fighter jetIt was extremely regrettable that such a dangerous act had occurred and Takehiro Funakoshi expressed strong protest and strictly demanded that it not be repeated read the statement issued after the meetingMeanwhile the Chinese government dismissed comments coming out of Tokyo as irresponsible hype and political manipulationWe would like to reiterate that the facts are very clear Chinas exercises and training activities in the relevant sea and air areas are in accordance with international law and practice and the relevant operations are professional and beyond reproach We strongly urge Japan to immediately cease its dangerous actions that interfere with Chinas normal exercises and training activities and to stop all irresponsible hype and political manipulation said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun while addressing a daily media briefing in Beijing on Monday IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/japan-rejects-chinas-claim-about-interference-by-jsdf-fighter-jets-652027.html Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/dreaded-maoist-ramdher-majji-carrying-rs-1-crore-bounty-11-other-ultras-surrender-in-chhattisgarh-651882.html RaipurKhairaghar Dec 8 In a major breakthrough for security forces 12 Naxalites including the dreaded CCM Ramdher Majji surrendered before police authorities in Chhattisgarhâs Khairagarh Chhuikhadan Gandai district The surrender took place at Bakarkatta police station marking a significant setback for the Maoist movement in the MMC Maharashtra Madhya Pradesh Chhattisgarh zoneRamdher Majji who carried a reward of Rs one crore on his head was considered one of the most formidable challenges for police forces across Madhya Pradesh Maharashtra and ChhattisgarhMajji a CC Central Committee member active in the MMC zone arrived with his divisional committee members and laid down arms including an AK47 rifle Alongside him ACM Ramsingh Dada and ACM Sukesh Pottam also surrendered handing over their weaponsThe police confirmed the recovery of a cache of arms including AK47s INSAS rifles SLRs 303 rifles and 030 carbines Among those who surrendered were six women cadres highlighting the deep involvement of women in the Maoist ranksThe list includes Lakshmi Sheela Yogita Kavita and Sagar along with DVCM divisional committee member Lalita and DVCM Janaki Other prominent names include DVCM Chandu Usendi and DVCM PremTheir surrender officials said has dealt a crippling blow to the Maoist network in the regionPolice sources revealed that the group had been active in the MaharashtraMadhya PradeshChhattisgarh special zonal committee area designing operations and posing a constant threat to law enforcementThe surrender of Ramdher Majji in particular is being hailed as a turning point with senior officials suggesting that the MMC zone has virtually collapsed following his decision to abandon armsThe Maoists long entrenched in forested belts and remote districts have been under increasing pressure from coordinated security operations The surrender of such highranking cadres CCM DVCM ACM Area Committee Member and PM party member members underscores the success of intensified campaigns and outreach programmes aimed at weakening the insurgencyAuthorities believe this development will encourage more Maoists to follow suit reducing violence and restoring peace in affected regionsFor now the surrender of Ramdher Majji and his associates stands as one of the most significant blows to Maoist influence in recent years signalling the near dismantling of the MMC zoneâs operational structure IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/dreaded-maoist-ramdher-majji-carrying-rs-1-crore-bounty-11-other-ultras-surrender-in-chhattisgarh-651882.html Mon, 08 Dec 2025 13:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/tvk-files-fresh-application-for-dec-16-erode-rally-after-police-deny-permission-651886.html Erode Dec 8 After district police denied permission citing space and security concerns TVK the party of actorpolitician Vijay on Monday filed a fresh application seeking approval to hold his proposed public rally in Erode on December 16 signalling its determination to go ahead with the key campaign event despite the initial setback Vijay who leads the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam TVK is intensifying his statewide political outreach ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections As part of this campaign push a major public meeting had been planned in the Erode district On Monday morning TVKâs State Executive Committee Chief Coordinator Sengottaiyan along with senior party administrators met Erode Collector Kandhasamy at the Collectorate camp office in Sampath Nagar and formally submitted a petition seeking permission for the December 16 rally A parallel representation was also made to the Erode District Superintendent of Police The rally was earlier proposed at a sevenacre private vacant land near Pavalathampalayam on the ErodeâPerundurai Road However the site was inspected by a police team led by Superintendent of Police Sujatha following which permission was denied Police officials reportedly cited inadequate space crowd management challenges and potential safety risks as the main reasons for rejecting the venue Following the denial Sengottaiyan held urgent consultations with TVKâs districtlevel executives to identify an alternative location As a result a new site near Perundurai has now been shortlisted A fresh application seeking police clearance for the revised venue was submitted later in the day âWe will conduct the rally strictly in accordance with government rules and security guidelines once permission is grantedâ Sengottaiyan said When asked whether senior former ministers from other parties were likely to join TVK during the Erode rally Sengottaiyan gave a guarded response saying âWait till the 16thâ Meanwhile Vijayâs campaign schedule continues without pause With the Erode programme facing uncertainty he is set to address a public meeting on Tuesday in Puducherry Party leaders said this reflects Vijayâs resolve to keep up the campaign momentum across Tamil Nadu and neighbouring regions TVK sources added that more rallies and organisational meetings are being planned across western Tamil Nadu in the coming weeks as the party gears up for its first major electoral battle in 2026 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/tvk-files-fresh-application-for-dec-16-erode-rally-after-police-deny-permission-651886.html Mon, 08 Dec 2025 13:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/iranian-fm-araghchi-expresses-tehrans-readiness-to-continue-nuclear-energy-programme-651993.html Tehran Dec 8 Irans Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has expressed Tehrans determination to continue with its peaceful nuclear energy programme stressing that the facilities not Irans nuclear technology were destroyed in the attacks the local media reported In an interview with Japans Kyodo News Araghchi said We are a committed member of NPT and we have every right to enjoy the peaceful use of nuclear technology like Japan Japan is also a committed member of NPT and it is enjoying its right to peaceful use of nuclear technologyAsserting that the Iranian nuclear sites were destroyed and heavily damaged by the US and Israeli airstrikes in June Araghchi called the attacks a clear and major violation of international law as the facilities were under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency IAEAHe voiced concerns regarding the safety of the bombed Iranian nuclear sites and stressed that Iran wants Japan to share its experience regarding past atomic disasters and help protect the facilities Islamic Republic News Agency IRNA reported citing Kyodo NewsI have no doubt that Japan has good knowledge on how to improve the safety of nuclear facilities and that knowledge can be shared with Iran said Araghchi citing environmental medical and technical safety measures taken in the aftermath of nuclear crisisOn resuming nuclear talks with the US Araghchi stated that it depends on the approach Washington takesIt depends on the US If they change their approach and are prepared for a fair and balanced outcome of a mutually beneficial negotiation we are prepared too Itâs a fact that we donât have any good experience negotiating with the US Araghchi saidLast month Irans Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei rejected claims that Tehran had sent a message to the United States through third countriesIn a televised address he seemed to dismiss Western media reports suggesting that a message was sent by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud ahead of the latters visit to the US Xinhua News Agency reportedThey fabricate rumours claiming that the Iranian government has sent a message to the United States through some country which is pure lies and such a thing definitely did not exist Khamenei saidAs per media reports Pezeshkians letter stated that Iran does not seek confrontation and aims to strengthen regional cooperation and remains open to resolving the nuclear dispute through diplomacy provided its rights are guaranteed IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/iranian-fm-araghchi-expresses-tehrans-readiness-to-continue-nuclear-energy-programme-651993.html Mon, 08 Dec 2025 23:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/chinese-national-detained-for-visiting-jampk-ladakh-without-permission-651995.html Srinagar Dec 8 A Chinese national visiting JampK and Ladakh without permission has been detained by authorities officials said Hu Congtai 29 arrived in Delhi on November 19 on a tourist visa which permitted him to visit Buddhist religious places in Varanasi Agra New Delhi Jaipur Sarnath Gaya and Kushinagar according to officialsâHowever leveraging his resemblance to locals he boarded a flight to Leh on November 20 and did not register at the Foreigners Regional Registration Office counter located at the Leh airport During his stay he toured the Zanskar region for three days and visited places of importance in the Himalayan town before landing in Srinagar on December 1 the official saidâA search of his phone history showed that he was looking for the deployment of the CRPF in the Kashmir Valley the official said adding that he had arranged for an Indian SIM card from the open marketAs per officials Hu who stayed in an unregistered guest house in Srinagar went to a Buddhist religious place at Harwan a place where an encounter had left one LashkareTaiba terrorist dead last yearâHe had also visited Awantipur ruins in South Kashmir which is located near Victor Force headquarters of the army in South Kashmir During his stay he had also visited different areas of Srinagar including Shankracharya hills Hazratbal and Mughal Garden along the Dal Lake His phone history showed searches related to CRPF deployments and Article 370 of the Constitution which was abrogated in August 2019 the official saidâHu has completed his graduation in Physics from Boston University and has claimed that he likes to travel His passport shows that he has visited various countries including the US New Zealand Brazil and Fiji and Hong Kong the official added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/chinese-national-detained-for-visiting-jampk-ladakh-without-permission-651995.html Mon, 08 Dec 2025 23:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/rajnath-singh-launches-125-bro-projects-vows-to-strengthen-border-infra-651821.html Leh Dec 7 IANS Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday dedicated to the nation 125 strategically significant infrastructure projects of Border Roads Organisation BRO reiterating Prime Minister Narendra Modiled governments commitment to keep strengthening the border infrastructurenbspDescribing the connectivity tools as lifelines for security economy and disaster management Rajnath Singh said There are numerous benefits of robust infrastructure in border areas It ensures military mobility smooth transportation of logistics an increase in tourism and employment opportunities and most importantly stronger faith in development democracy and the governmentThe 125 projects launched on Sunday are spread across two Union Territories Ladakh and Jammu ampamp Kashmir and seven states Arunachal Pradesh Sikkim Himachal Pradesh Uttarakhand Rajasthan West Bengal and MizoramThese include 28 roads 93 bridges and four other projects all completed for Rs 5000 crore the highestvalue inaugurations in the BROs historyHe emphasised that the speed with which India is strengthening its borders with roads tunnels smart fencing integrated command centres and surveillance systems is proof that connectivity is a backbone of security and not a separate entityHe commended the BRO for significantly accelerating national development by completing complex projects with speed and efficiency and through indigenous solutionsRajnath Singh said that the BRO has emerged as a synonym of Communication and Connectivity underlining the governments endeavour to bolster these two important facets of development in border areasOur Government Armed Forces and organisations like the BRO are working diligently for the holistic development of our border areas We must continue strengthening the bond between the border regions and the national mainstream so that the relationship is not influenced by any external factors he saidThe event was organised on the DarbukShyokDaulat Beg Oldie Road at the Shyok Tunnel which is among the key projects inaugurated by Rajnath SinghThis engineering marvel built in one of the worlds toughest and most challenging terrain will ensure allweather reliable connectivity to this strategic area he said adding that this 920metre Cut and Cover tunnel will significantly enhance security mobility and rapid deployment capabilities especially during harsh winters as the region is prone to heavy snowfall avalanches and extreme temperatures https://dailyworld.in/security/rajnath-singh-launches-125-bro-projects-vows-to-strengthen-border-infra-651821.html Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pregnant-bengali-woman-sunali-khatun-returns-home-in-bengal-from-bangladesh-trinamool-calls-it-peoples-victory-651771.html Kolkata Dec 6 Nearly six months ago pregnant Bengali woman Sunali Khatun who was deported to Bangladesh returned to her home in West Bengals Birbhum district on Saturday She returned to the country on Friday night through a land border in the Malda districtIn June this year Sunali Khatun who was pregnant at that time was forcibly deported to Bangladesh on suspicion of being a resident of the neighbouring countryFollowing a Supreme Court order she was returned to the country along with her eightyearold minor sonAfter returning to the country on Friday night Sunali Khatun was admitted to the Malda Medical College and Hospital for a medical checkupOn Saturday morning she was discharged from the hospital and returned homeAccording to hospital sources Sunali Khatun has low blood count However she is healthy along with her minor sonAfter returning to her home in Birbhum Sunali Khatun thanked the Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Trinamool Congress General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee and partys Rajya Sabha MP Samirul Islam for helping her return to the countryI have returned Thank you to Mamata didi and Abhishek Banerjee I also thank Samirul Islam I was in a lot of trouble in Bangladesh Mamata Banerjee had sent money However the Bangladesh Police did not torture me After this I will never go to Delhi again she saidHowever later on Saturtday she was taken to Rampurhat Subdivisional Hospital for further medical checkupSpeaking to IANS Trinamool Congress MP Samirul Islam said This is a victory of the people This is a victory of the effort put up by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Trinamool Congress General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee We have always stood by the party and will continue to provide her family with all the assistance that will be required Those who torture Bengalis will be given a befitting reply by the people of BengalAlthough Sunali Khatun and her son returned home four people are still stuck in BangladeshAmong them are Sunalis husband and another person named Sweety Bibis familyThere has been no clear answer on when they will be repatriatedHowever the Supreme Court and the Calcutta High Court had ordered that all those who were deported to Bangladesh including Sunali Khatun should be repatriatedSunali Khatuns family has demanded that they should also be repatriated quickly to IndiaIn June the police arrested six people including Sunali Khatun from Delhi on suspicion of being Bangladeshi infiltratorsAlthough they had all the valid documents of citizenship of this country all six were deported to BangladeshThey were then arrested by the Bangladesh PoliceSince then they have been imprisoned in that countrys jailA case was filed in the Supreme Court and the Calcutta High Court to bring all the six people back to India IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pregnant-bengali-woman-sunali-khatun-returns-home-in-bengal-from-bangladesh-trinamool-calls-it-peoples-victory-651771.html Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:41:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/unidentified-bike-borne-assailants-loot-rs-525-lakh-from-trader-in-patna-651772.html Patna Dec 6 Criminals struck again in Patna on Saturday as bikeborne miscreants looted lakhs of rupees from an oil businessman in broad daylight in the Beur police station area exposing once again the rising fearlessness of criminals in Bihars state capital The incident took place near Bishunpur Pakri where Manoj Kumar the owner of Raj Hans Store and involved in the oil business was returning home after collecting dues from Aitwarpur and other nearby locationsAccording to the victim he noticed two unidentified bikeborne criminals following himAs soon as he reached Bishunpur Pakri the duo closed in snatched the victims bag containing Rs 525 lakh and sped awayThe incident happened so quickly that before I could understand anything the bikeborne assailants had fled with the money Manoj Kumar told the policeAfter receiving the information about the robbery multiple police teams from the Beur police station reached the spot and began an investigationA blockade has been put in place and the police have started a manhunt to track down the criminalsCCTV cameras installed in the area and along possible escape routes are being scanned to identify the culpritsPolice claim the arrests will be made soonThe robbery took place on a day when the Bihar Police had taken a significant step towards digital transformation with the launch of the Citizen Service Portal app enabling residents to connect with police services from home and ensuring faster redressal of complaintsLaunching the app Bihar Home Minister and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said the initiative will bridge the gap between police and the public and strengthen transparencyThe Deputy Chief Minister said Bihar is not for criminals Anyone trying to break the law will either have to reform or leave the stateHe directed the district officials to respond swiftly to crimes maintain stringent surveillance on criminal activities and ensure visible policingHe reiterated that the NDA government has implemented a zerotolerance policy against land sand and liquor mafias IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/unidentified-bike-borne-assailants-loot-rs-525-lakh-from-trader-in-patna-651772.html Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/trade-route-with-pakistan-to-reopen-only-after-strong-assurances-from-islamabad-taliban-651520.html Kabul Dec 4 The Taliban regime in Afghanistan on Thursday made it clear once again that the trade routes with Pakistan will reopen only after strong assurances are received from the government in Islamabad In a statement shared on X Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid accused Pakistan of illegally blocking trade and transit routes with Afghanistan as a means of political and economic pressure which led to people from both nations facing lossesThe Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan once again reiterates its position regarding the opening of trade routes with Pakistan As the trade and transit routes between Afghanistan and Pakistan had been illegally blocked by Pakistan as a means of political and economic pressure which brought serious losses to the people of both sides Mujahid posted on XSince Afghanistan meets its needs from numerous other countries the Islamic Emirate has decided that in order to expand trade and transit and also for the welfare and honorable trade between the two sides trade routes with Pakistan will reopen when strong assurances are obtained from the Pakistani government so that in the future these routes are not closed due to political pressure illegal use or pressure on the people and the rights of traders and people of both countries are protected he addedThe Taliban spokespersons statement came after Pakistan announced that it has reopened the Torkham and Chaman border crossings with Afghanistan for United Nations humanitarian aid as per local media reportsEarlier in October Pakistan shut all trade routes with Afghanistan after Pakistani forces conducted attacks near the Durand Line In response to Pakistans attacks Afghan forces also carried out attacks After the closure of trade route Afghanistans Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund Deputy Prime urged industrialists and traders to use alternative trade routes instead of Pakistan Pajhwok Afghan News reportedOn Wednesday Afghanistans Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi accused Pakistan of trying to impose mysterious projects on Kabul and using economic pressure border shutdown and political leverage to destabilise the Taliban administration local media reportedWhile addressing a gathering in Kabul on Wednesday Muttaqi said that Pakistan hoped that people in Afghanistan would be angry and pressure the Taliban administration after the former shut trade routes However he said that Pakistans border shutdown did not cause shortage or unrest in Afghanistan and said that other regional partners supplied essential goods to Kabul Afghanistans leading news agency Khaama Press reportedHe said that Pakistan has been engaged in longstanding disputes with almost all of its neighbours and is pressurising Afghanistan with what he termed as unrealistic and unacceptable security demandsHe stressed that the Taliban has already taken measures to address concerns of the Pakistani administration including shifting Waziristani tribal families away from the frontier and deploying additional border forces in the past four yearsHe said Pakistan expects the Taliban to deliver everything while Islamabad itself is unable to resolve its own internal security problems He also slammed Pakistans political system stressing that decisionmaking is divided between civilian leaders and the military making negotiations inconsistent and difficult IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/trade-route-with-pakistan-to-reopen-only-after-strong-assurances-from-islamabad-taliban-651520.html Fri, 05 Dec 2025 03:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/rajasthan-dummy-candidate-racket-exposed-in-gram-sevak-recruitment-scam-accused-arrested-651557.html Jaipur Dec 4 The Special Operations Group SOG of Rajasthan has intensified its crackdown on fraudsters undermining the integrity of recruitment examinations in the state Additional Director General of Police SOG Vishal Bansal informed that in the Gram Sevak Recruitment Exam2016 dummy candidate case the main accused Ladu Ram Vishnoi who secured a government job through fraudulent means and carried a reward of Rs 10000 has been arrestedThe case surfaced after the SOG received a complaint alleging that candidate Ladu Ram Vishnoi had not appeared for the 2016 Gram Sevak exam himself Instead he allegedly used a dummy candidate to write the examination on his behalfPreliminary investigation confirmed these allegations prompting the SOG to register a case and begin a detailed inquiry During the investigation the SOG found that Ladu Ram had allegedly hired Gopal Vishnoi son of Jagdish Vishnoi a resident of Barmer to impersonate him in the examShockingly the dummy candidate Gopal Vishnoi was himself employed as a secondgrade teacher in Jodhpur He was arrested earlier in the case on December 19 2024Since the registration of the case Ladu Ram had been absconding and frequently changing his location to evade arrestAs a result the SOG announced a Rs 10000 reward for information leading to his capture Using technical surveillance intelligence inputs and continuous monitoring the SOG finally apprehended him on December 1The arrested accused hails from Gadra Nedinadi Tehsil Dhorimanna District BarmerThe SOG is now expanding the scope of the investigation to uncover the entire network behind the fraudulent recruitmentADG Vishal Bansal stated that the key focus areas include identifying others involved in facilitating the impersonation determining whether more candidates used similar tactics and establishing whether an organised gang was operating the racketThe SOG reiterated its commitment to eliminating fraud from the states meritbased selection processes IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/rajasthan-dummy-candidate-racket-exposed-in-gram-sevak-recruitment-scam-accused-arrested-651557.html Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/roads-schools-and-surrenders-how-development-is-dismantling-maoism-in-chhattisgarh-651704.html New Delhi Dec 5 For decades the red corridor of Chhattisgarh stretching through Bastar Sukma and Bijapur symbolised one of Indiaâs most seemingly intractable internal conflicts Maoist insurgents not only claimed lives but also systematically blocked development ensuring that some of Indiaâs poorest citizens remained trapped in isolationAccording to a report by India Narrative their strategy was deliberate infrastructure weakens insurgencyRoads expose hideouts phone towers enable governance and schools widen horizons so these became targets the report saidTowers were toppled bridges mined power lines blown up and schools flattened leaving tribal communities cut off from services essential to progressThe economic fallout was severeDespite Chhattisgarh contributing 17 per cent of Indiaâs mineral output in 202223 mining in Maoist strongholds remained paralysedForestproduce markets were disrupted agriculture suffered and basic movement of goods became hazardousEntire districts functioned below capacity for yearsAccording to the report the 2001 census showed literacy electricity access and road connectivity in conflicthit areas lagging far behind the state average Underdevelopment fed resentment resentment sustained insurgencyThe past decade however has brought a decisive changeUnder the National Action Plan since 2015 security operations have been coupled with intensive development pushes the report saidNationwide Maoistaffected districts have dropped from 126 in 2013 to just 11 in 2025 with only three in Chhattisgarh among the âmost affectedâViolent incidents have halved civilian and security personnel deaths have fallen sharplyThis reduction in violence has cleared the way for largescale connectivityNearly 15000 kilometres of roads have been built in LWE zones more than 8600 mobile towers now operate in areas where such infrastructure was once unthinkableBanking services have expanded with 283 new branches opening in Chhattisgarh aloneVillages like Chikapalli have received electricity for the first time in decades and schools in previously inaccessible Abujhmad have reopenedWelfare schemes housing projects skill centres and new tribal institutions have reached thousandsThe Niyad Nellanar rehabilitation drive has seen over 2200 Maoists surrender in two years many citing improved development rather than coercionAs mining revives and agriculture stabilises Chhattisgarhâs GSDP is projected to touch Rs 635 trillion in FY26 it highlightsThe shift is unmistakable where development strengthens its foothold insurgency loses ground The longshadowed districts of Bastar are finally stepping into a new era IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/roads-schools-and-surrenders-how-development-is-dismantling-maoism-in-chhattisgarh-651704.html Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:33:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/shrinking-freedom-pakistans-steady-march-into-authoritarianism--651506.html New Delhi Dec 4 With each new legal manoeuvre that strengthens the military establishmentâs grip behind the veneer of civilian rule Pakistan edges closer to an Orwellian security state Dissent is increasingly criminalised surveillance has become routine and the media landscape now operates as a carefully managed sphere in which the establishment shapes and limits the national narrativeThe latest Freedom on the Net 2025 and Freedom in the World 2025 reports by Washingtonbased Freedom House capture this steady and alarming contraction of Pakistanâs civic spaceFor Pakistan these reports read less like a routine assessment and more like an indictment of a country which is systematically deliberately and now visibly sliding into militarymanaged authoritarianism Its abysmal scores signify a political order increasingly shaped not by elected representatives not by constitutionalism but by the Asim Munirled military establishment that has grown more confident intrusive and unaccountable than at any point in recent decadesFreedom Houseâs findings are stark Pakistan is rated only âpartly freeâ overall scoring a mere 32 out of 100 on the Global Freedom IndexOn internet freedoms it fares even worse designated ânot freeâ with a score of 27 But perhaps the most alarming patterns emerge when we consider these figures not in isolation but as part of a long downward trajectoryA decade ago Pakistan hovered around the low40s on overall freedom Though the country was hardly a beacon of democracy then either it still signalled pockets of pluralism and institutional pushandpull But today the slide has accelerated as the country has descended further down with heightened state control over the sociopolitical lives of peopleThe drivers of this decline are neither mysterious nor abstract Freedom House traces the erosion of rights directly to the expanding hand of Pakistanâs military establishment Inarguably this institution has always stood as the countryâs most powerful actor However under the present Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir it has consolidated power in ways more sweeping and unapologetic than any civilian era in recent memoryThe different indices that chart the distortion of Pakistanâs basic democratic mechanics such as elections political competition judicial independence press freedom and the right to dissent are demonstrated by its abysmal scores of 1240 in political rights and 2060 in civil libertiesIn theory Pakistan continues to hold regular elections under a multiparty system In practice as the report notes the military âexercises enormous influence over government formation and policies intimidates the media and enjoys impunity for indiscriminate or extralegal use of forceâThe countryâs elected government of Shehbaz Sharif increasingly resemble a civilian faÃade layered over an entrenched praetorian orderThis is not new though Pakistan has experienced repeated military coups and hybrid regimes But what marks the current moment as especially perilous is how institutionalised the militaryâs dominance has becomeThe series of constitutional amendments pushed through the National Assembly in 2024 26th Amendment and 2025 27th Amendment has reengineered the architecture of the state in favour of the generalsWhile the 26th Constitutional Amendment of 2024 extended the tenures of the services chiefs from three to five years the 27th Amendment marks an even more striking shift It abolished the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee which on paper was open to senior officers of three services and replaced it with a new post the Chief of Defence Forces to be held concurrently by the Army Chief This change effectively elevates the Pakistan Army and the Army Chiefâs office to unquestioned supremacyIn any democracy such structural changes would be subject to debate judicial challenge and political scrutiny But when it comes to Pakistan these legislations were enacted with such speed that it reflected both the militaryâs tightening grip and the political classâs weakened capacity or to say so acquiescenceFreedom Houseâs scoring on political rights captures a truth Pakistanis have long known the judiciary once lauded for moments of assertiveness has largely capitulated to the militaryâs dominance The courts have been transformed into at best inconsistent arbiters of constitutionalism and at worst instruments for legitimising the establishmentâs preferencesAs the report notes the military has grown âmore powerful than any other state institution including the judiciary and the elected governmentâ And under Asim Munir the imbalance has become almost structural through constitutional gerrymandering 26th amp 27th amendments which has altered the very framework of judicial governance and stripped the Supreme Court of discretionary powers while creating a parallel Federal Constitutional Court FCCAs such where the judiciary once served as a potential counterweight it has been aligned with the militaryâs political calculus by designThe decline in civil liberties is most clearly visible in the collapsing space for free speech Pakistanâs media long embattled has drifted into a state of nearcomplete management with the military in near control of narrative framing in the country These practices once episodic have now become systemicPerhaps the most damning part of the Freedom House assessment is the Freedom on the Net report which ranks Pakistan as ânot freeâ Pakistan scores 625 on obstacles to access 1335 on content limits and 840 on violations of user rights These are not merely technical metrics they reflect a country undergoing a dramatic digital transformationâbut in the opposite direction of modern democraciesThe report observes that the Pakistani government has imposed âmore stringent digital censorship measures to maintain the military establishmentâs grip on power and its influence over the countryâs elections and civilian governmentsâIt includes the expansion of legal and technological instruments to police speech such as sweeping cybercrime laws arbitrary takedown orders surveillance systems and a nationwide websiteblocking mechanism that functions as a digital killswitch for inconvenient narratives As such the digital spaces are being systematically constrictedNevertheless to comprehend Pakistanâs accelerating decline in global freedom rankings fully one must understand the political logic of the Army Chief Asim Munirâs doctrine Unlike his predecessors who seized power overtly such as Ayyub Khan Ziaul Haq and Parvez Musharraf the current Army chief has employed a model of constitutionalised authoritarianismHerein the goal is to hollow out electoral democracy from its core while preserving its shell for international consumption And his approach relies not on martial law but on the legal engineering of controlWhat emerges is not a transitional aberration but the architecture of a durable authoritarian state And the tragedy for Pakistan is that its fragmented and selfinterested political class has facilitated this transformation by trading institutional autonomy for shortterm survivalAs such these reports highlight that Pakistan is not on the verge of authoritarianism but an Orwellian state where democracy exists only as performance while power rests firmly and permanently in military hands IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/shrinking-freedom-pakistans-steady-march-into-authoritarianism--651506.html Fri, 05 Dec 2025 03:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarat-ats-busts-espionage-network-operated-by-pakistan-intelligence-agencies-651511.html Ahmedabad Dec 4 The Gujarat AntiTerrorism Squad ATS uncovered a Pakistanrun spy network exploiting social media messaging applications and fake online identities to extract sensitive information from Indian citizens including defence personnel The operation was led by Police Inspector K Vashindar under the supervision of Deputy Superintendent of Police Harsh Upadhyay Police Inspector V N Vaghela Police SubInspector ED Rathod and Police SubInspector HM VannamaThe team combined technical analysis human intelligence and financial intelligence to track suspicious digital activity linked to Pakistani handlersAccording to investigators Pakistans intelligence operatives lured Indian men and women particularly those connected to security forces by posing as Indian women with fake profiles under names like Ankita SharmaIn exchange for money and emotional manipulation these handlers solicited sensitive military information and even facilitated crossborder financial transactionsInvestigations revealed that Pakistani operatives contacted Goabased Ajaykumar Sarvensingh 47 during his 2022 posting in Dimapur by impersonating Ankita SharmaThe fake handler repeatedly sought details about Army units postings and troop movementsTo deepen the breach operatives sent Ajaykumar a Trojan malware file instructing him to save and install it on his phoneOnce active the malware allowed Pakistani handlers to directly access sensitive information without relying on WhatsApp messagesThe ATS probe later identified Rashmani Ravind Pal 35 of Daman as another crucial link in the espionage chainShe allegedly acted as a facilitator for Pakistani handlers Abdul Sattar and Khalid who promised her monetary benefits for gathering information from Indian Army personnelRashmani reportedly adopted a fake identity Priya Thakur and was supplied with phone numbers of soldiers to be targetedShe contacted them to extract confidential information and monitored troop movement and army unit activitiesShe was also in direct contact with Pakistani handler Abdul Sattar on a 92 number and she opened new bank accounts to route funds received through various financial channelsThe digital forensic trail uncovered during the investigation clearly points toward Pakistanbased operativesAnalysis of the seized mobile phones revealed WhatsApp calls made to international numbers beginning with 92 indicating direct communication with contacts across the borderInvestigators also found chat logs with suspected Pakistani handlers alongside financial transaction records that helped map the flow of money involved in the operationIn addition the devices contained malwarelinked files designed to provide remote access suggesting a high level of technical sophisticationSeveral IP addresses traced back to Multan Sargodha and Lahore as well as connections routed through Malaysian VPNs further reinforced the link to Pakistanbased networks directing the activitiesThe Gujarat ATS has registered an FIR under Sections 61 and 148 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita BNS against the accused Ajaykumar Sarvensingh and Rashmani Ravind PalMultiple agencies Mehsana Special Operations Group SOG Surat SOG Dahod SOG Kheda SOG Uttar Pradesh Police Daman Crime Branch Goa Police and Central intelligence units are collaborating on the extended investigationThe ATS confirmed that additional individuals connected to the espionage network have been identified and further action is ongoingThe two individuals arrested in the case have been identified as Ajaykumar Sarvensingh Singh 47 and Rashmani Ravind Pal 35Ajaykumar is currently a resident of Madgaon in Goa though he originally hails from Baruna BankaPuru in Ara districtRashmani on the other hand resides in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and traces her native roots to Mithapur village in Uttar Pradeshs Jaunpur IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarat-ats-busts-espionage-network-operated-by-pakistan-intelligence-agencies-651511.html Fri, 05 Dec 2025 03:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/women-in-capfs-3-239-recruited-in-2024-25-centres-5-171-target-for-next-year-651334.html New Delhi Dec 3 A total of 3239 women were recruited across the four Central Armed Police Forces CAPFs in FY 202425 The CRPF recruited 294 women BSF 1680 ITBP 1093 and SSB 172 the Centre stated in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday The Central government has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing womenâs participation across CAPFs outlining recruitment figures future targets and ongoing measures to create safer and more gendersensitive work environments for women personnelNotably the government has set a more ambitious target of recruiting 5171 women personnel in FY 202526 with the CRPF alone aiming to induct 1192 women constables next year The BSF has set a target of 2513 followed by ITBP with 1375 and SSB with 91The details were shared in a written reply by Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai in the Rajya Sabha while replying to a question from MP Kartikeya SharmaResponding to a question on whether the Centre plans to increase the strength of women personnel in the CRPF BSF ITBP and SSB with a view to creating dedicated women wings MoS Rai recalled that the government had in January 2016 decided to reserve 33 per cent of constable posts for women in the CRPF and 1415 per cent at the constable level in BSF SSB and ITBPRai emphasised that the government is taking âevery step and effortâ to ensure safe working conditions and gendersensitive operational protocols for women across forcesâThey are being provided separate accommodationbarracks rest roomcumchanging room and separate toilets Creches and Day Care Centres have also been provided to take care of their children There is also provision for womencentric medical support to address womenspecific health issues Women Help Desks and confidential complaint mechanisms to address grievances related to sexual harassmentâ the MoS noted in his replyHe also added that regular gender sensitisation workshops are conducted and that women personnel are generally deployed in section strength or buddy pairs as part of operational safety protocols Flexible shift systems are adopted wherever possible to support women in service IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/women-in-capfs-3-239-recruited-in-2024-25-centres-5-171-target-for-next-year-651334.html Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/two-ultras-arrested-after-raids-in-jharkhands-latehar-651349.html Latehar Jharkhand Dec 3 Two key area commanders of the banned Maoist outfit Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad JJMP were arrested from the states Latehar district on Wednesday police said The arrested cadres Sunil Oraon alias Mantu and Mukesh Lohara each carried a cash reward of Rs 2 lakhLatehar Superintendent of Police Kumar Gaurav said the arrests mark a major setback for the JJMP which has suffered severe losses in recent monthsHe noted that following the recent encounter in which JJMP commander Pappu Lohara was killed intelligence inputs suggested that some cadres were attempting to regroup and revive the outfitâs operationsActing on these inputs a special team comprising personnel from Latehar and Manika police stations was constituted under the leadership of SDPO DSP Arvind KumarAccording to the police Oraon was spotted near his native village Navagarh under the Sadar police station area while Lohara was traced to the Purni Palheya area under Manika police station limitsBased on the intelligence simultaneous raids were conducted between 3 am and 4 am on Wednesday Both commanders were apprehended without major resistanceSP Gaurav said Oraon is wanted in more than seven Maoistrelated cases across Latehar and adjoining districts while Lohara is named in two criminal cases involving Maoist activities The duo had managed to escape during a police encounter recentlyThe SP added that sustained police pressure has virtually crippled the JJMPâs operational strength Only four to five members of the outfit are currently believed to be active in the region Over the past six months two major Maoist leaders including the JJMP supremo have been killed in encounters while several cadres have surrenderedThe operation was executed with the support of Manika police station incharge Shashi Kumar Latehar police station incharge Ramakant Gupta SI Vikrant Upadhyay Rahul Kumar Sinha Vikas Kumar Dharamveer Singh and other members of the district police teamPolice say the crackdown will continue until the rest of the organisations members are eliminated IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/two-ultras-arrested-after-raids-in-jharkhands-latehar-651349.html Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/majority-of-sikhs-in-canada-reject-khalistani-separatism-amid-growing-organised-crime-report-651398.html TorontoNew Delhi Dec 3 Canada right now stands at the crossroads it can continue treating Khalistani extremism and PunjabiCanadian gang violence as two different issues or it can trace the financial links and acknowledge that they are increasingly interconnected a report said on Wednesday It added that enhanced border security financial intelligence cooperation with trusted partners and a zerotolerance approach to laundering of drug money through political or charitable fronts would mark meaningful first stepsCanada is home to one of the worlds largest Sikh diasporas nearly eight lakh strong The overwhelming majority are lawabiding citizens who have enriched the country through trucking farming construction and small business Yet a small violent fringe within the PunjabiCanadian community has over the past two decades become deeply entangled with transnational organised crimeâ noted author cultural critic and filmmaker Vikram Zutshi wrote for NDTVâThe profits from cocaine methamphetamine and fentanyl trafficking are not only buying guns and luxury cars mounting evidence suggests they are also bankrolling proKhalistan rallies referendums and legal defence funds for extremists This toxic nexus is no secret to Canadian police Since 2007 more than 200 gangrelated homicides in British Columbia alone have been linked to rival PunjabiCanadian gangs fighting for control of the lucrative crossborder drug tradeâ he addedCiting lawenforcement sources in both countries the NDTV report stated that a significant share of the cocaine and fentanyl entering Western Canada now moves through networks controlled by a subset of PunjabiCanadian organised crime groupsâThe more disturbing allegation raised by Indian diplomats and echoed in some Canadian police circles is that part of this criminal revenue is diverted to finance Khalistan separatist activities in the diasporaâ it highlightedThe report stated that the majority of Canadian Sikhs reject both violence and separatism with prominent community leaders such as former British Columbia premier Ujjal Dosanjh and the World Sikh Organisation of Canada consistently condemning the exploitation of gurdwaras for political extremism and demanding stronger action against gang recruitment of Sikh youthBut it said the problem endures partly due to the reluctance of the political parties in voterich ridings such as Brampton and Surrey to confront it headonâFor the vast majority of Canadian Sikhs who simply want to work raise their families and pray in peace dismantling this criminalextremist nexus is not just a lawenforcement priority it is the only way to remove the stain that a tiny minority has placed on an entire communityâ the report noted IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/majority-of-sikhs-in-canada-reject-khalistani-separatism-amid-growing-organised-crime-report-651398.html Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/imran-khan-asim-munir-tussle-highlights-structural-problems-within-pakistan-651402.html New Delhi Dec 3 A developing outcry over the reported mistreatment of incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan may prove to be the proverbial last straw that broke the camelâs back for a country already facing multiple uprisings and a dwindling coffer Khyber Pakhtunkhwa bordering Afghanistan is already witnessing tribal unrest and alleged terror attacks People in adjoining areas like Pakistanoccupied Jammu and Kashmir and Balochistan are up in arms asking for basic facilities protesting repression even seeking secession Adding to its woes the militia that Islamabad gave birth to fight former Soviet forces in Afghanistan has taken control of Kabul and has refused to bow to any browbeating answering every Pakistani attack with its own The PakistanAfghan border remains volatile with trade suspended for almost two months Meanwhile Islamabads total public debt climbed close to USD 287 billion as of June 2025 showing almost a 13 per cent jump over the previous year according to the countryâs Finance Ministry The debttoGDP ratio had risen to about 70 per cent While domestic debt saw a 15 per cent growth external debt increased by six per cent The official financial data has underscored Pakistans growing debt burden The high external debt low foreignâexchange reserves and weak growth have combined to pose Islamabad a severe balanceâofâpayments and fiscal squeeze Pakistan is also pursuing a multiâpronged bailout strategy with an IMF programme backed by bilateral assurances from China Saudi Arabia and the UAE shortâterm disbursements and debt restructuring talks The dispute between Pakistanâs federal administration and Imran Khanâs family has escalated from complaints over restricted jail access and public accusations into mass protests and a possible political showdown The recent brief visit by his sister Uzma to meet Khan in prison and subsequent details of the former cricketerâs conditions led to an escalation in confrontation between the family and their followers with the administration particularly against Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir It is to be seen whether if at all the state will initiate a formal inquiry that could force a legal or institutional response If not the Khanled Pakistan TehreekeInsaf PTI party â especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa â will translate anger and grievance into further escalation through protests legal petitions or electoral mobilisation Khyber Pakhtunkhwa KP has become the epicentre of the stir being a strong PTI political base Provincial leaders with their coordinated protests legal petitions and public messaging have kept Imran Khanâs plight in the headlines KP forced federal authorities to respond to both security and political pressures The provincial governmentâs posture and the scale of street mobilisation have made the region a strategic challenge for the federal administration prompting discussions about extraordinary measures like dissolving the local government and implementing central rule Across the country authorities reacted with restrictions on gatherings curfews in key cities and heavy security deployments around the Rawalpindi jail housing Khan and at the court hearing his case in Islamabad The iron fist has fed PTI narratives of suppression and helped sustain turnout and intensity at protests The cycle of protest and clampdown has now converted the issue into a highâstakes public confrontation between PTIâs grassroots networks and state institutions Meanwhile repeated threats of confrontation with neighbouring states by the civil and military bosses and internal skirmishes over a globally known sportsman and political leader being subjected to mental torture are attracting increased diplomatic attention and may complicate Pakistanâs foreign relations The current confrontation underscores a deeper structural problem in Pakistani politics with the persistent ambiguity over the boundary between civilian authority and military influence and the way personal animosities can become proxies for institutional battles â as it has happened in the past IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/imran-khan-asim-munir-tussle-highlights-structural-problems-within-pakistan-651402.html Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/aggressive-posturing-during-op-sindoor-kept-pak-navy-locked-in-ports-says-indian-naval-chief-651088.html New Delhi Dec 2 Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Tuesday said the Indian Navys assertive stance during Operation Sindoor in May compelled the Pakistan Navy to stay confined to their ports and the Makran coast preventing them from venturing into the open seas Addressing his annual press conference two days before Navy Day celebrations Admiral Tripathi said the Navy has maintained a heightened level of operational preparedness over the last seven to eight months particularly in the Western Arabian Sea following escalated tensions with PakistanWithout going into specifics he said Operation Sindoor is still underway Starting with Operation Sindoor it is an operation that remains in progress and therefore many of its details cannot be put out in the open domain for obvious reasons he statedThe Navy chief said the swift deployment of the naval force played a crucial role in shaping the situationBut as you would have noticed we reaffirmed our commitment readiness capability and deterrence potential Suffice to say that the aggressive posturing and immediate action during Operation Sindoor including deployment of the carrier battle group in the northern Arabian Sea forced the Pakistan Navy to remain either in their ports or airports or close the Makran coast and they never ventured out he saidAdmiral Tripathi added that the operation has placed considerable financial pressure on Pakistan as a large number of merchant vessels refrained from travelling to its ports following the hostilitiesThe Navy chief said insurance premiums for ships heading to Pakistan had increased significantlyHe also underscored the Indian Navys active response to evolving maritime challenges including threats posed by nonstate actors such as the Houthis in the Red SeaAccording to Admiral Tripathi the Navy has deployed 40 capital ships to protect critical sea routes and ensure the uninterrupted movement of cargo worth nearly 56 billionHe said Indian warships have apprehended 52 pirates in recent missions and noted that the Navy has maintained an unbroken presence in the Gulf of Aden since 2008 deploying 138 warships and ensuring the safe escort of nearly 7800 merchant vesselsAt present 40 ships are engaged in antipiracy duties and over the past year the Navy has rescued 520 people at sea he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/aggressive-posturing-during-op-sindoor-kept-pak-navy-locked-in-ports-says-indian-naval-chief-651088.html Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-history-repeats-itself-as-political-and-ethnic-tensions-rise-651102.html New Delhi Dec 2 Whether by quirk of fate or politics or that of an incumbent military chief Pakistanâs Prime Ministers have never been able to complete their term including the current curious case of Imran Khan This was even the fate of the jailed rumoured dead exPremierâs predecessor Shahid Khaqan Abbasi who was arrested on corruption charges in July 2019 during Imran Khanâs governmentAbbasi was accused of awarding a Liquefied Natural Gas LNG import contract in 2013 that allegedly caused financial loss to the state His arrest came amid Imran Khanâs âaccountability driveâ against opposition leaders especially from the Pakistan Muslim LeagueNawazThe action was then largely seen as a highly public legally contentious and politically charged move The administration however treated it as part of a crackdown on opposition leaders framing it with accountability while critics called it persecutionBy quirk of fate or politics Pakistan is witnessing a repeat being enacted with a change in characters Apart from Khan and Abbasi at least three other former prime ministers have been jailed at various points They were Zulfikar Ali Bhutto his daughter Benazir and also Nawaz Sharif Charges have ranged from political murder and graft to procurement irregularities and contempt or securityrelated proceedings The outcomes varied including execution exile disqualification or recurrent cycles of release and rearrestThe pattern has earned the office of Pakistanâs Prime Minister the moniker of âone of the riskiest jobs in the worldâ The current episodeâs defining feature is Khanâs reported neartotal isolation and denied visits since last month â allegedly despite a court order for weekly accessAuthoritiesâ denials of death rumours and claims of his health contrast with his familyâs insistence that something âirreversibleâ may be concealed That has intensified public suspicion and mobilisation leading Pakistan to declare red alert sealing roads banning crowding concentrating on the capital Islamabad and the adjoining garrison town of RawalpindiWhile the former houses the court hearing Imran Khanâs case the latter hosts the prison where he is presently incarcerated Rawalpindiâs support has been critical for civilian governments in IslamabadZulfikar Ali Bhutto was arrested following General ZiaulHaqâs 1977 coup Nawaz Sharif was jailed during the 1999 coup led by General Pervez Musharraf and now Imran Khanâs incarceration is also being attributed to his rivalry with General Asim MunirIncumbent Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has been seen to prefer keeping Munir in good humour But Imran Khan had begun his foray into political power with statements hinting at some control over the army with physical protests against âgeneralsâLater a fallout led to a confrontation with his followers attacking army establishments even ransacking a generalâs residence in the process The army brass decided to strike back Imran Khan was then arrestedAdditionally his personal rivalry with Munir also reflects the countryâs ethnic and political tensions Munir as army chief embodies the military establishmentâs supremacy Khan as a populist politician challenged that dominance by mobilising mass support particularly among Pashtuns and the urban middle classesThe general was removed from his post of Inter Services Intelligence ISI chief â an office often seen as more powerful than the army general â in 2019 under Imran Khanâs regimeThe former Premier reportedly tried to block Munirâs rise within the military while the latter viewed Khan as undermining army authority Many protestors also allege that Khanâs current travails are a result of the Punjabiled militaryâs âoppression of a Pashtun leaderâPakistanâs military and bureaucracy have historically been dominated by Punjabis Pashtuns represented symbolically by Khan often feel marginalisedAmidst the burning embers of discontent and suspicion the nation â already under economic strains â is revisiting the highly combustible debate on the recurring fate of elected Prime Ministers in the hands of military masters IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-history-repeats-itself-as-political-and-ethnic-tensions-rise-651102.html Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/two-notorious-criminals-arrested-in-jammu-651106.html Jammu Dec 2 Two notorious criminals were arrested and three countrymade pistols ammunition and a sharpedged weapon were recovered from their possession in Jammu police said on Tuesday In a continued crackdown against criminal activities Jammu Rural Police has arrested two notorious criminals in separate incidents under the jurisdiction of Police Station Domana and recovered three countrymade pistols livefired cartridges and a sharpedged weapon a police statement saidOn the intervening night of November 28 an unidentified person fired shots inside Grand Reeves Banquet Hall Udheywala causing panic and disturbance among the attendees the police saidActing swiftly an FIR under Section 325 of the Arms Act was registered at the Police Station Domana A dedicated police team led by Inspector Varuneshwar SHO of Domana successfully apprehended the accused Sunny Sharma resident of the Marh areaFollowing Sharmas arrest and subsequent disclosure the police recovered two countrymade pistols along with livefired cartridges He was also found involved in another case of PS KanachakInvestigations are underway to trace additional linkages identify associates and the source of weapons and ammunitionIn another incident police said that on the intervening night of November 29 a naka checking point established at Bhagwati Nagar Pounichak by incharge police post Pouni Chak probationary subinspector Amreek Singh intercepted a suspicious individual identified as Jaskirat Singh alias Sanam resident of Camp Gol Gujral JammuDuring the search the police recovered one countrymade pistol and a sharpedged weapon TokaAccordingly FIR No 2512025 under Sections 325 and 425 Arms Act was registered at Police Station DomanaFurther investigation has revealed that the accused was already involved in two other cases one registered at PS Domana and another at PS Nowabad the police saidLast month three people were arrested for possessing marijuana in Jammu and Kashmir and over 2 kg of contraband was seized from their possession IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/two-notorious-criminals-arrested-in-jammu-651106.html Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/simi-pfi-among-23-groups-declared-unlawful-associations-in-5-years-centre-651122.html New Delhi Dec 2 In the last five years the government has declared 23 organisations including SIMI and PFI as Unlawful Associations Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai told Lok Sabha on Tuesday He said in a written reply that during the last five years the first organisation to be declared unlawful was the Students Islamic Movement of India SIMIThe latest addition or the 23rd organisation to be declared unlawful is Awami Action Committee AAC he saidRai said the list of unlawful associations includes Popular Front of India PFI and its associates or affiliates or fronts including Rehab India Foundation RIF Campus Front of India CFI All India Imams Council AIIC National Confederation of Human Rights Organization NCHRO National Womenâs Front Junior Front and Empower India Foundation and Rehab Foundation KeralaHighlighting achievements of the antiterror National Investigation Agency NIA set up in the wake of the 2611 attack he said that it has now emerged as a globally renowned investigative agency with a conviction rate of 9244 per cent in judgments pronounced in 172 cases out of the total 692 registered cases since its inceptionThe footprint of NIA has been expanded panIndia by establishing 21 branch offices in different parts of the country with two Zonal Offices in Guwahati and Jammu and Headquarters at Delhi he said adding that it has a total of 1901 sanctioned posts at present out of which 769 posts have been sanctioned during the last five yearsExclusive Divisions such as âAnti Human Trafficking Division AHTDâ âAnti Cyber Terrorism Division ACTDâ âFinancial Action Task Force FATF Cellâ âFinancial Analysis Unit FAUâ and a Special Cell comprising of legal experts have also been created in the NIA he saidRai said the Government has designated 52 NIA Special Courts across the country out of which three NIA Special Courts at Ranchi Jammu and Mumbai have been designated as the Special Courts exclusively for the trial of Scheduled Offences investigated by the AgencyHe said that a âNational Terror Data Fusion and Analysis Centre NTDFACâ has also been established in the NIA for enabling Big Data Analytics and facilitating the automation and digitisation of the various investigative processes procedures that will strengthen supervision and enhance efficiency consistency and accountabilityRai said exclusive divisions such as âAnti Human Trafficking Division AHTDâ âAnti Cyber Terrorism Division ACTDâ âFinancial Action Task Force FATF Cellâ âFinancial Analysis Unit FAUâ and a Special Cell comprising legal experts have also been created in the NIAHe said to institutionalise Indiaâs capacity in handling investigations that involve a foreign jurisdiction a dedicated âForeign Investigation Request Unit FIRUâ has been established within NIA in 2024âThe NIA has been made the Nodal Agency at the Central level for investigation of Terror Funding and High Quality âFake Indian Currency Notes FICNâ cases for which a âTerror Funding and Fake Currency TFFC Cellâ has been constituted in the NIA for conducting focused investigationâ he said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/simi-pfi-among-23-groups-declared-unlawful-associations-in-5-years-centre-651122.html Wed, 03 Dec 2025 01:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/up-565-agniveers-join-rajput-regiment-passing-out-parade-held-after-31-weeks-of-rigorous-training-651138.html Lucknow Dec 2 After completion of thirtyone weeks of rigorous training at the Rajput Regiment Centre in Farrukhabad 565 Agniveers and recruits joined the Indian Army with a passing out parade The grand passing out parade was held at the Cariappa Ground in Fatehgarh overseen by Brigadier Michael DSouza Commandant Fatehgarh Rajput Regiment CentreFlowers were showered on the Agniveers from the sky while the campus reverberated with their enthusiasm and zeal Their parents and family members were also present and they felt delighted and proud to see their children in military uniformsA total of 427 Agniveers and 138 Territorial Army recruits completed training in this batchAgniveer Yash Chauhan of Batch 6 was awarded the Best Agniveer Medal for Overall Best in MeritThe Commandant of Rajput Regiment Centre congratulated all the Agniveers and recruits and encouraged them to contribute to nationbuilding He also emphasised the importance of constantly learning new techniques to cope with changing methods of warfare and securityAgniveer Mahavir Singh Rathore expressed his joy at this moment stating that this was the happiest day of his life and that he would move forward with the determination to serve the motherlandAgniveer Pramod Singh expressed his happiness at joining the Indian Army He credited his parents and family saying that young people who work hard can certainly fulfil their dreamsThe families of Agniveers also shared their happiness while speaking to newsmenVeena Singh expressed her joy at her sons proud moment while the latter credited the hard work and support of his entire family for his successAnother family member said that his son also joined Agniveer today and it was a matter of great joy and elation for him IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/up-565-agniveers-join-rajput-regiment-passing-out-parade-held-after-31-weeks-of-rigorous-training-651138.html Wed, 03 Dec 2025 01:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/nia-custody-of-delhi-blast-accused-jasir-bilal-wani-extended-by-7-days-651241.html New Delhi Dec 3 IANS A Delhi court on Wednesday extended the NIA custody of Jasir Bilal Wani an accused in the Delhi terror blast case by seven daysnbspnbspWani was produced in a Special NIA court in Patiala House Court after his previous sevenday custody ended on WednesdaynbspThe NIA has described Wani as an active coconspirator of terrorist Dr Umar Muhammad who drove the car that exploded near Delhis Red Fort on November 10 killing 13 people Wani was arrested on November 17 in Jammu and Kashmirs Srinagar for allegedly providing technical assistance for carrying out the terror attacksHe was reportedly involved in modifying drones and attempting to develop rockets ahead of the deadly car bomb blastnbspThe accused a resident of Qazigund in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir was said to be an active coconspirator in the Delhi attack He had worked closely with the terrorist Dr Umar Muhammad Nabi to plan and execute the act of terrornbspEarlier on Tuesday a Special Court extended the NIA custody of another Delhi blast accused Amir Rashid Ali for seven daysAmir Rashid Ali was presented in court for an incamera hearing on the expiry of his sevenday NIA custody granted on November 26nbspAccording to the NIA Amir Rashid Ali is the registered owner of the white hatchback Hyundai i20 car used in the blast on November 10 near the Red FortnbspThe probe agency alleged that Amir Rashid Ali personally came to Delhi earlier to purchase the car that was used in the terror strikeOn November 10 a car explosion near Delhis Red Fort killed 13 people and injured dozens of others triggering a highlevel investigation that revealed the existence of a sophisticated whitecollar terror network with ties to JaisheMohammednbspEven before the blast several arrests had been made across multiple states and investigators had begun to piece together evidence of an interstate terror modulenbspFollowing the explosion the NIA found that the incident was connected to earlier arrests leading to a series of new revelations as the probe deepened https://dailyworld.in/security/nia-custody-of-delhi-blast-accused-jasir-bilal-wani-extended-by-7-days-651241.html Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indigo-kuwait-hyderabad-flight-diverted-to-mumbai-after-bomb-threat-650966.html New Delhi Dec 2 IANS An IndiGo flight travelling from Kuwait to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai on Tuesday following a bomb threat received via email The threat message reportedly sent to authorities at Hyderabad Airport warned of an explosive device onboard the aircraftThe Airbus operating as flight 6E1234 carrying 228 passengers and six crew members made an emergency landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai around 630 am Following standard protocol the airport activated its emergency response and deployed security teams including bomb disposal squads and fire personnel ahead of the aircrafts landingAirport officials confirmed that the Air Traffic Control ATC received an intimation of the threat early morning and coordinated with the airline and security agencies for the diversion An official statement from IndiGo regarding the incident is still awaitedFurther details are awaitednbspThis latest threat comes amid a recent surge in hoax alerts targeting schools flights and public facilities across the country On Monday a private school in Mira Road Thane district received an email claiming a bomb had been planted on the premises Police conducted an extensive search only to determine the warning was falseOn November 23 a BahrainHyderabad flight was rerouted to Mumbai after Rajiv Gandhi International Airport authorities received a bomb threat That alert also turned out to be a hoaxSimilarly on May 7 a bomb threat was received via a phone call to the Sahar Airport hotline in Mumbai warning of an explosive on board an IndiGo flight sources said Notably it came after India had initiated strikes on nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistanoccupied KashmirAuthorities had launched an emergency response with security agencies conducting checks Flight 6E 6382 operating from Chandigarh to Mumbai received a bomb threat As per protocol the aircraft was taken to an isolation bay passengers disembarked safely and all standard operating procedures were followed We deeply appreciate the patience understanding and cooperation of our customers The safety of our customers is our highest priority and we remain dedicated to ensuring a secure and smooth travel experience for all the airline had said in its statement https://dailyworld.in/security/indigo-kuwait-hyderabad-flight-diverted-to-mumbai-after-bomb-threat-650966.html Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/chennai-metro-train-halts-inside-tunnel-commuters-forced-to-walk-on-track-650976.html Chennai Dec 2 A Chennai Metro train on the Blue Line was stranded inside a tunnel near Puratchi Thalaivar Dr MG Ramachandran Central Metro early Tuesday morning forcing passengers to walk nearly 500 metres to safety after services came to an abrupt halt due to a technical snag According to passengers the train was heading from Chennai International Airport to Wimco Nagar when it suddenly stopped between Central Metro and High Court stations The incident occurred close to 500 metres from the Central Railway Station stretch inside the underground tunnelCommuters reported that the lights went off momentarily and the train became immobile creating panic among those onboard For nearly ten minutes passengers said they felt âtrappedâ inside the stalled rake with no clarity on what had gone wrongVideos shared from inside the train showed commuters holding onto handrails and peering outside in confusion as they waited for information from the control room Eventually an onboard announcement informed passengers that the train could not be moved immediately and that they would need to walk to the nearest station High Court through the walkway inside the tunnelChennai Metro Rail staff and technical personnel arrived promptly to assist the evacuation Passengers including women and elderly commuters were guided carefully along the emergency walkway for approximately 500 metres before reaching High Court Metro station where additional staff were deployed to handle the situationThe Chennai Metro Rail Limited CMRL later confirmed that the disruption was caused by a technical fault possibly related to a momentary power outage Technical teams rectified the issue following which services on the Blue Line were restoredIn an official statement shared on X CMRL said âMetro train services between Airport and Wimco Nagar Depot on the Blue Line have resumed normal operation Services between Puratchi Thalaivar Dr MG Ramachandran Central Metro and St Thomas Mount on the Green Line are also running as per schedule We regret the inconvenience causedâThe breakdown which lasted for more than half an hour caused significant discomfort to passengers many of whom were on their morning commute While normal services have resumed CMRL has initiated an internal assessment to determine the exact cause of the glitch and to prevent similar incidents in future IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/chennai-metro-train-halts-inside-tunnel-commuters-forced-to-walk-on-track-650976.html Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bomb-threat-kuwait-hyderabad-indigo-flight-diverted-to-mumbai-650994.html Hyderabad Dec 2 An IndiGo flight from Kuwait to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai on Tuesday after authorities at Hyderabad Airport received a bomb threat Flight 6E1234 was diverted midair after a threat message was received at the customer support at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport RGIA at 0512 am official sources saidThe flight with 235 passengers was forced into emergency diversion but landed safely at Mumbais Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport CSMIA at 0747 amAfter the landing the aircraft was moved to an isolated bay as part of emergency procedures Central Industrial Security Force CISF personnel with the help of bomb disposal squads reportedly conducted a thorough check All passengers and crew were safeThe Airbus A321251NX aircraft had departed Kuwait at 131 am and was scheduled to land at Hyderabad Airport at 810 amAfter receiving the email warning of an explosive device on the aircraft officials at RGIA alerted authorities concerned and as per the established security protocol the flight was diverted to Mumbai AirportAuthorities were trying to check the source of the threat RGIA police registered a case and took up further investigationThis is the second incident in 10 days in which an international flight coming to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai due to a bomb threatOn November 23 a Gulf Air flight from Bahrain to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai after a bomb threat was received at Hyderabad AirportFlight GF274 with 154 passengers on board was diverted to Mumbai Airport after an email was received at Hyderabad Airport that a bomb was planted on the aircraftAfter a thorough security check the bomb threat proved to be a hoax The flight later took off from Mumbai and landed at Hyderabad AirportBahrains national carrier Gulf Air said the aircraft landed safely and continued its journey after the relevant authorities completed the approved safety protocols arriving at its final destination at Hyderabad AirportEarlier similar bomb threats were received by Hyderabad Airport authoritiesIn June a Hyderabadbound Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt returned to the German airport after a bomb threat was received at the Hyderabad Airport IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bomb-threat-kuwait-hyderabad-indigo-flight-diverted-to-mumbai-650994.html Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-guv-discusses-eastern-border-security-with-senior-army-officers-650870.html Itanagar Nov 30 Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General K T Parnaik Retd on Sunday discussed a wide range of issues related to national security and civilmilitary cooperation during a meeting with Eastern Command chief Lt General RC Tiwari officials said The General Officer CommandinginChief Eastern Command Lt General RC Tiwari accompanied by General Officer Commanding 3 Corps Lt General Abhijit S Pendharkar called on the Governor at Raj Bhavan in ItanagarA Raj Bhavan official said that besides reviewing the security of the eastern borders the discussions also covered the welfare of exservicemen land issue cases and other matters concerning the Armyâs engagement with the state governmentThe Governor highlighted the vision of âSashakt Surakshit aur Viksit Bharatâ stressing the governmentâs commitment to enhancing capability strengthening infrastructure adopting advanced technologies promoting Atmanirbhar Bharat and safeguarding the welfare of soldiers and veteransHe underscored that a strong secure and progressive India not only bolsters national stability but also upholds the ethical use of emerging technologies and reinforces humanitarian values globallyConveying the goodwill of the people of Arunachal Pradesh the Governor commended the Eastern Army Commander for maintaining peace and tranquillity along the borders fostering close relations with local communities and adopting a collaborative approach in implementing the Vibrant Village ProgrammeHe said the goodwill built by the Indian Armed Forces has significantly contributed to the economic wellbeing of border residents while simultaneously strengthening national security in these sensitive regionsGovernor Parnaik also urged the Army Commander to conduct ExServicemen rallies regularly across different parts of the state given its challenging terrain He further emphasised the need to ensure active participation of Veer Naris acknowledging their sacrifice and their vital role in the veteran communityMeanwhile the Governor extended his heartiest greetings to the people of the state on the special occasion of Indigenous Faith Day He expressed hope that the celebration will inspire people to carry forward the indigenous faith systems that communities have preserved since time immemorialIn his message the Governor said Arunachal Pradesh is home to many indigenous tribes each with unique cultures lifestyles beliefs and practices that have been conserved and passed down from generation to generationA Raj Bhavan statement said the Day observed in honour of indigenous faiths cultures and customs reflects the unique cultural heritage of the indigenous people Quoting the Governor the statement said it also reinforces the distinctive culture of the state which has always stood for peace and harmony among tribal communities and with natureTo strengthen this spirit the Governor said the beliefs of indigenous peoples must be respected and their extraordinary culture and traditions must be maintained IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-guv-discusses-eastern-border-security-with-senior-army-officers-650870.html Mon, 01 Dec 2025 01:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/fairpoint-pakistan-a-neighbour-in-permanent-freefall-650957.html New Delhi Nov 30 Every time we think Pakistan has hit rock bottom events unfold that prove there is no such thing as the lowest point for a nation that keeps discovering new depths The world has long recognised that genuine democracy has never found a stable home in a country carved out on the basis of religious identity Its problems run as deep as the contradictions of its own founding Deceit duplicity and an astonishing lack of diplomatic civility have become inseparable from Pakistans state behaviour These patterns are not matters of opinion they are recurring facts reinforced by the actions of its military establishment its political elite and increasingly even its citizensEqually troubling however is the persistent section within India that continues to advocate friendship with a neighbour that has repeatedly demonstrated volatility and hostilityVoices like Mani Shankar Aiyar Farooq Abdullah and others seem permanently committed to romanticising a relationship that has for decades delivered India nothing but treachery and violence Their vision of brotherhood remains intact even after Pakistanbacked terror routinely strikes Indian soilIf these selfstyled advocates of peace were truly interested in reality they would pay attention to how the very Muslim nations treat Pakistan which it often cites as its natural alliesThe United Arab Emirates UAE has effectively imposed a freeze on regular visa issuance for Pakistani nationals including tourist visit and many categories of work visasThe reason is simple rising cases of visa misuse overstays organised begging and criminal activities Saudi Arabia too has been treading a cautious path sending back Pakistanis caught begging These are not decisions driven by ideology They are responses to repeated patterns of misconduct These countries despite being Muslim prioritise their national security and refuse to compromise with behaviour that undermines their domestic orderEven in the digital sphere Pakistans appetite for subversion seems endless The recent update by social media platform X which displays country labels based on device location and appstore settings inadvertently exposed a massive network of Pakistani accounts impersonating Indian users These accounts used Hindu names wrote in Hindi and immersed themselves in Indian political and religious debates all while operating from Pakistan or West AsiaThe update confirmed what India has long known a coordinated strategy to distort public discourse plant false narratives and inflame divisions within Indian society by masking the true origin of propagandaThis is not new behaviour it fits a long and troubling pattern This is the same duplicity that marked some of the gravest betrayals in the subcontinents diplomatic history Late Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee who displayed unparalleled courage in his pursuit of peace with Pakistan experienced this betrayal firsthand Even as he extended a hand of reconciliation through the Lahore process in February 1999 the Pakistani establishment orchestrated the Kargil intrusion in May 1999Vajpayee remarked in the Lok Sabha on May 9 2003 You can change your friends but not your neighbours The statement captures a painful truth India is stuck with Pakistan because of geography not preference But geography does not compel India to tolerate perfidy If neighbours cannot be chosen they can certainly be restrainedThis is precisely what the current Indian government has sought to do establish deterrence break the cycle of indulgence and impose consequences for Islamabads actionsThe list of Pakistanlinked terror attacks is long and bloody And after 2014 it has been Pathankot 2016 Uri 2016 the Amarnath Yatra attack 2017 the Pulwama suicide bombing 2019 the Reasi bus attack 2024 Pahalgam April 22 2025 and the Delhi car blast November 11 2025 all bear the fingerprints of groups nurtured sponsored and shielded by Pakistans security establishment These come in addition to countless smaller attacks encounters and infiltration attempts in Jammu amp Kashmir that continue without pauseIndias response over the past decade has shifted from one of restraint to calculated and firm measures including surgical strikes Operation Sindoor diplomatic isolation suspension of trade and invoking provisions of the Indus Waters Treaty New Delhis message is clear Blood and water cannot flow together The statement made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi indicates that India will no longer tolerate terrorism emanating from PakistanYet Pakistan appears determined to demonstrate that it has no interest in reforming its behaviour Embarrassments continue across sectors from diplomacy to sports The recent episode involving the Asia Cup trophy where a Pakistani minister carried it home and has yet to return it to the rightful champions the Indian cricket team is a microcosm of Pakistans institutional dysfunction It is a nation unable to uphold even basic norms of sportsmanship let alone international responsibilityThe tragedy is not merely Pakistans conduct it is the predictability of its conduct The country oscillates between economic collapse political chaos and military interference yet its establishment clings to the delusion of parity with IndiaWhile India advances geopolitically and economically Pakistan remains trapped in a loop of denial conspiracy and hostility It started with Jinnah then Ayub Khan Yahya Khan Zulfikar Bhutto ZiaulHaq Parvez Musharraf and now the latest is Lieutenant General Asim Munir who seems to be aiming for the ultimate leadership of his country His intentions were very much revealed in the April 22 Pahalgam attack and his conduct afterwardsIndia cannot fix Pakistan That responsibility lies solely with Pakistans leadership and its people For now the most prudent approach is only one of vigilance and deterrenceDeepika Bhan can be contacted at deepikabiansin IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/fairpoint-pakistan-a-neighbour-in-permanent-freefall-650957.html Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/northeast-frontier-railway-deploys-underwater-robots-for-enhanced-bridge-safety-650960.html Guwahati Nov 30 The Northeast Frontier Railway NFR has successfully conducted extensive underwater and structural inspections of major railway bridges using advanced Remotely Operated Robotic Vehicle RORV technology officials said on Sunday This RORV technology includes critical bridges such as the iconic Saraighat Bridge over the Brahmaputra and several important bridges under the Alipurduar APDJ Division in North BengalNFRâs Chief Public Relations Officer CPRO Kapinjal Kishore Sharma said that the major railway bridges have substructures that remain submerged yearround making underwater inspection essential for assessing the condition of foundations wells and piersThe historic Saraighat Bridge in Assam Indiaâs first railcumroad bridge over the Brahmaputra River spans 145 km and connects Pandu and Amingaon As one of the most vital railâroad lifelines of Northeast India it was inspected using a combination of RORV surveys LiDAR thermal imaging Ground Penetrating Radar GPR and Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity UPV testsThe assessments covered pier caps well foundations underwater scour zones superstructure stress points and deck componentsIn the APDJ Division 18 important bridges were inspected thoroughly with RORV capturing highresolution visuals of submerged piers riverbeds and potential defects the CPRO saidAccording to Sharma across all these structures no major underwater defects were detected During 202425 NFR completed underwater inspection of 13 bridges using RORV and during 202526 34 additional bridges have already been inspected he statedThese insights enhance the accuracy of NFRâs structural health monitoring and support the timely planning of preventive maintenanceThe official said that the NFR remains committed to utilising modern inspection technologies to ensure the continued safety and longevity of major bridges across the region The application of RORV coupled with advanced digital tools marks a significant step forward in scientific bridge assessmentNFR will continue strengthening its inspection framework to safeguard critical connectivity routes especially structures like the Saraighat Bridge and key bridges under NFR which are central to rail operations across the Northeast regionThe Northeast Frontier Railway NFR operates in the Northeastern states and in seven districts of West Bengal and five districts of northern Bihar IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/northeast-frontier-railway-deploys-underwater-robots-for-enhanced-bridge-safety-650960.html Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/unregistered-coracle-operators-putting-tourists-at-risk-in-tns-hogenakkal-650840.html Chennai Nov 30 Concerns are mounting in Hogenakkal as registered coracle operators warn of a growing influx of unlicensed operators who they say are flouting safety regulations and putting tourists at serious risk They have urged the Dharmapuri district administration to intervene immediately to prevent unregistered individuals from conducting tourism activities on the Cauvery Hogenakkal has long been a popular tourist destination but its waters have also seen tragedyIn 2015 six people lost their lives after a coracle capsized The incident pushed the administration to enforce strict safety measures including mandatory registration for coracle operators designated operation zones and compulsory use of life jackets for all passengers For several years these rules ensured safe and organised tourismHowever in recent months registered operators said several unlicensed individuals have begun ferrying tourists illegally often venturing into hazardous stretches of the riverRegistered operators pointed out that there are around 428 licensed coracle operators in Hogenakkal all of whom are required to follow the safety standards set by the administration Operating without life jackets or entering restricted areas can lead to immediate cancellation of their registration and penal actionThe operators said they are routinely monitored by the local coracle committees and Block Development Office ensuring complianceHowever the unregistered operators are reportedly bypassing all these rulesAccording to the registered operators these unauthorised coracle handlers are inexperienced and often take tourists towards dangerous stretches including deep and fastflowing zones near Periyapaani and the Five River convergence area places known for strong currents and serious accident riskThey also allegedly overcharge tourists offering trips beyond the permitted routes such as the ChinnarâKothikalâManalmedu circuit where a standard roundtrip for five people is officially capped at Rs 1500Locals have echoed these concerns saying that any mishap affects not just the victims but the reputation and livelihood of the entire community They want the administration to strictly enforce designated operation zones place warning boards for tourists and intensify monitoring to prevent exploitation and accidentsOfficials from the Pennagaram Block Development Office said they had not yet received formal complaints but assured that they would consult local operators and take steps to ensure tourist safetyWith tourist arrivals expected to increase in the coming months registered operators emphasise that swift administrative action is essential to prevent avoidable tragedies and restore order in Hogenakkalâs coracle operations IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/unregistered-coracle-operators-putting-tourists-at-risk-in-tns-hogenakkal-650840.html Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/37-maoists-including-12-women-surrender-in-chhattisgarhs-dantewada-650862.html Dantewada Nov 30 IANS In one of the largest Maoist surrenders in Chhattisgarhs Dantewada under the Lon Varratu and Poona Margem Revival through Rehabilitation programme 37 Maoists including 27 with a reward totalling Rs 65 lakh have decided to renounce violence and return to the social mainstream officials said on SundaynbspnbspAll 37 cadres cited complete faith in the Chhattisgarh Governments Poona Margem Revival through Rehabilitation policy as the reason for abandoning the path of violence and choosing to join the mainstreamnbspThe initiative running under the direct guidance of senior officers of Chhattisgarh Police and CRPF has gained widespread acceptance among cadres tired of life in the junglesAuthorities said the Centre and the state government including the Dantewada Police local administration and the Central Reserve Police Force remain fully committed to establishing peace ensuring rehabilitation and advancing inclusive development in the regionnbspInspector General of Police Bastar Range Sundarraj Pattilingam said the Poona Margem and Lon Varratu initiatives are emerging as a transformative initiative towards lasting peace dignity and overall progress in BastarnbspThe 37 Maoists including those with bounties expressed their intention to join the mainstream and surrendered in the presence of Deputy Inspector General Dantewada Range Kamalochan Kashyap Deputy Inspector General of Police Territory CRPF Dantewada Range Rakesh Chaudhary Superintendent of Police Dantewada Gaurav Rai Commandant 111th Battalion CRPF Gopal Yadav Commandant 230th Battalion CRPF Anil Kumar Prasad Commandant 80th Battalion CRPF Jitendra Kumar Additional Superintendent of Police Dantewada Ramkumar Barman and Deputy Commandant Vimal Intelligence Branch at the DRG office in DantewadaOfficials said the surrendered Maoists will receive an assistance amount of Rs 50000 under the rehabilitation policy along with additional support from the Chhattisgarh government including skill development training and agricultural landnbspTwelve female Maoists were among those who surrendered and a significant cache of weapons ammunition and explosives was recovered from them marking one of the biggest setbacks to the Maoist organisation in the Bastar regionPolice said many of the surrendered individuals had been hiding in the forests for several years with bounties of up to Rs 5 lakh announced on several of them Some had served as bodyguards and squad members of senior Maoist commandersnbspSpeaking to reporters Dantewada Superintendent of Police Gaurav Rai said Our persistent efforts and the support of the local people have paid off The Maoists who are surrendering are saying that it has become difficult for them to live in the forests The police are reaching out everywhere and even the villagers are no longer supporting themOfficials noted that inspired by the surrender and rehabilitation policy of the government more than 508 Maoists including 165 with bounties have surrendered and joined the mainstream in Dantewada district over the last 20 months A large number of Maoists from senior leaders to active cadres in core areas have left the organisationnbspAuthorities described Sundays development as another decisive step toward a violencefree Bastar https://dailyworld.in/security/37-maoists-including-12-women-surrender-in-chhattisgarhs-dantewada-650862.html Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/im-revival-in-works-isi-taps-bhatkal-brothers-seeks-pfi-link-up-for-nationwide-network-650795.html New Delhi Nov 29 There has been a complete shift in terror related activities in India and the Delhi Red Fort blast is proof of that Intelligence Bureau officials say that there has been a sustained push to set up as many homegrown terror modules as possible These changes in tactics have once again put the spotlight on Riyaz Bhatkal and his brother Iqbal Bhatkal two cofounders of the Indian MujahideenAfter setting up the Indian Mujahideen following the ban on the Students Islamic Movement of India SIMI both brothers fled to Pakistan They continue to live there under the patronage of the ISIThe Intelligence agencies have information that the Bhatkal brothers would be reactivated and directed to reintroduce the Indian Mujahideen in India However this group would be reactivated with another name and its nature would be completely homegrownAn official said that the Indian Mujahideen still has plenty of operatives who remain underground The group still enjoys quite a bit of traction in many parts of the country and hence reactivating it would not be a difficult taskFollowing the fall of the Indian Mujahideen post the Yasin Bhatkal arrest the ISI had completely shifted its focus towards Jammu and Kashmir Officials say that the focus has now shifted post Operation Sindoor and the ISI intends to focus on the rest of IndiaAn Intelligence Bureau official says that there are clear indications that the ISI wants the Indian Mujahideen revived but with a new name The ISI also intends roping in the banned Popular Front of India PFI as part of this revival planWhile the focus of the Indian Mujahideen cadres would be in the northern part of the country the PFI would focus more on South since it has a better reach thereGetting these outfits together would not be a tough task for the ISI The PFI during its helm has used the network of the Indian Mujahideen especially in the northern parts of the country The two groups also go back in time and had worked together in the aftermath of the SIMI ban an official addedFollowing the ban on SIMI its former members had met with cadres of the PFI in Kerala It was post these meetings that the Indian Mujahideen was formed The PFI was also instrumental in shielding the terrorists of the Indian Mujahideen after a major blastThe IM even had carried out blasts in South India with the help of the PFIâs network These events make it clear that both groups shared a comfortable rapport and hence bringing them back together and forming a strong homegrown outfit would not be difficult for the ISIAnother official said that this entire operation would be overseen by the Bhatkal brothers They are being tasked to run this homegrown outfit from Pakistan itself The ISI would have hoped that the Faridabad module could get the job doneThis module was formed initially without any help from the ISI It was a true homegrown module that was formed by highly selfradicalised peopleThe ISI pitched in later on after it realised that this module was formed on the ideology of the JaisheMohammad However with this module being busted the ISI is desperate to create another module which would have only Indian operatives in itThe Bhatkal brothers are wellversed with the India operations and hence have been chosen to create a new terror group which would operate across the length and breath of the countryExperts say that Pakistanâs ploy is to create a strong India based outfit The task of this terror group would be execute blasts across the country The idea is to shift the focus of the security agencies away from Jammu and KashmirOnce the attention shifts then the ISI can shift its focus back to JampK another official addedSecurity officials say that the situation is a challenging one The ISI would use every trick up its sleeve to ensure that India remains on the edge Its larger goal is to divert the attention away from JampK so that groups such as the LashkareTayiba and JaisheMohammad can regroup and begin large scale operations in the ValleyIt would suit Pakistan if the Valley bleeds Pakistan is known to use the JampK issue to divert the attention of its people from the already existing problems that the country is facing IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/im-revival-in-works-isi-taps-bhatkal-brothers-seeks-pfi-link-up-for-nationwide-network-650795.html Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/security-tightened-for-pm-modis-karnataka-visit-650576.html Bengaluru Nov 27 Security has been stepped up in the temple town of Udupi in Karnataka ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit and scheduled roadshow Prime Minister Modi will visit Udupi on Friday and security has been strengthened across the cityPreparations have been completed and the entire city has taken on a saffron hue with arrangements underway to welcome the Prime MinisterPrime Minister Modi will visit the historic Sri Krishna Math Before visiting the Math he will hold a roadshow from Bannanje to Kalsanka for about 20 minutesBarricades have been installed along the roadside for the public to stand and watchBuntings and saffron flags have been placed along the roadshow route The authorities are expecting a large turnout for the eventTo prevent any untoward incident more than 3000 police personnel have been deployed in and around Udupi city Two layers of barricades have been erected one reserved for police security and the other for the publicThis will be Prime Minister Modis first visit to the Sri Krishna Math after assuming officeThe Udupi city administration police and district authorities are completing the final round of preparationsTen Superintendents of Police SPs 27 Deputy Superintendents of Police DySPs 49 Police Inspectors 127 SubInspectors 232 ASIs 1608 constables 39 women staff six platoons of the Karnataka State Reserve Police KSRP and six Quick Response Teams QRT will be deployed across the coastal cityThe police will maintain heightened vigilance and implement effective monitoring measures during the roadshowBomb squads have been deployed along the route from the helipad to the Krishna Math through which the Prime Minister will travelThe dog squad is conducting thorough checks at every point Special surveillance has also been arranged at Adi Udupi the Bannanje city bus stand and the Krishna Math parking areaPrime Minister Modi will visit Karnataka and Goa on November 28 Friday At around 1130 am he will visit the Sri Krishna Matha in UdupiHe will participate in the Laksha Kantha Gita Parayana a devotional gathering of 100000 participants including students monks scholars and citizens from various walks of life who will recite the Srimad Bhagavad Gita in unisonThe Prime Minister will also inaugurate the Suvarna Teertha Mantapa located in front of the Krishna sanctum and dedicate the Kanaka Kavacha golden cover of the sacred Kanakana Kindi a window through which the saint Kanakadasa is believed to have had the divine darshan of Lord KrishnaSri Krishna Matha Udupi was established more than 800 years ago by Madhvacharya the founder of the Dvaita philosophy of VedantaIn Udupis Sri Krishna Math the inner Teertha Mantapa has been transformed into a Suvarna Teertha Mantapa on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of the monastic vows Sannyasa Deeksha of Paryaya Sri Puttige SripadaruIn this connection the consecration of the mantapas pinnacle was performed and Adamaru Maths Sri Vishwapriya Teertha Sripadaru and Paryaya Puttige Maths Sri Sugunendra Teertha Sripadaru conducted the Kalashabhisheka and offered pooja IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/security-tightened-for-pm-modis-karnataka-visit-650576.html Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/icg-hosts-maiden-shipbuilding-indigenisation-amp-it-conference-650601.html New Delhi Nov 27 The Indian Coast Guard ICG hosted the maiden Shipbuilding Indigenisation amp IT Conference at Madikeri Karnataka on Thursday marking a significant milestone in strengthening Indiaâs maritime capabilities   In his inaugural address Director General Paramesh Sivamani DG ICG underscored the strategic importance of selfreliance in shipbuilding through indigenous design robust digital infrastructure and resilient supply chainsHe appreciated the âsteadfast support of Indian shipyards and equipment manufacturers in boosting the ICGâs operational readinessâ and âhighlighted the successful progression of the 200th indigenously built vessel fourth Pollution Control Ship which is currently undergoing sea trialsâHe described it as a symbol of the technical proficiency and engineering excellence of ICG technocratsDG also detailed the progress of Project Digital Coast Guard a longterm initiative to create a secure scalable and resilient digital backbone for all ICG units emphasising that digital expansion must be matched with strong cybersecurity frameworksDuring the conference he also released three documents the teaser of the ebook âHistory of Shipbuilding in the Indian Coast Guardâ the Roadmap for Artificial Intelligence in ICG and the ICG Cyber Crisis Management Plan2025 each reinforcing the organisationâs commitment to technological advancement digital capacitybuilding and futureready preparednessâA major highlight of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of understanding between the ICG and the Coimbatore District Small Industries Association and Defence Innovation amp Atal Incubation Centreâ the Ministry of Defence said in its press noteThe partnership seeks to strengthen the defence innovation ecosystem and accelerate indigenisation efforts through the Defence Innovation Hub at CoimbatoreThe conference enabled valuable exchanges among stakeholders aligning perspectives and fostering synergy to shape the future requirements of the ICGIt marked a decisive step toward building a technologically advanced operationally superior and fully indigenous maritime forceBringing together senior dignitaries leading shipyards equipment manufacturers classification societies and subjectmatter experts from across the maritime domain the conference created a comprehensive platform to advance Aatmanirbhar Bharat promote technological innovation and accelerate the ICGâs digital transformation IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/icg-hosts-maiden-shipbuilding-indigenisation-amp-it-conference-650601.html Fri, 28 Nov 2025 01:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-plans-fresh-india-focused-network-local-cells-in-jampk-support-from-bangladesh-650606.html New Delhi Nov 27 Post Operation Sindoor terror groups in Pakistan especially the JaisheMohammad and LashkareTaiba took a massive hit Their operations in India post the operation has almost come to a standstill in Jammu and Kashmir Officials say that it would take very long for these groups to recoup before they try and begin operations in Jammu and Kashmir Currently the ISI has a different strategy in mind It is in the process of trying to build a massive network of over ground workers OGW in Jammu and KashmirThe ISI wants to limit the number of Pakistani terrorists in India and focus more on the locals While the idea is to make terror in Jammu and Kashmir look like an internal issue this change in strategy also reduces the risks that infiltrations posePost Operation Sindoor almost every attempt at infiltration has been foiled by the Indian armed forces Those waiting at the launchpads have also stopped making attempts at least for now says another officialThe chatter picked by the Intelligence agencies clearly point towards the activation of locals modules in Jammu and KashmirDuring the conversations locals who are on the pay rolls of the ISI are told constantly to find more youth and build a massive network of OGWs in Jammu and KashmirFurther the ISI wants more modules on the lines of the one that was busted in Hyderabad An Intelligence Bureau official says that according to their analysis the ISI is working towards making terror a completely a localised issue in India It would look to carry out more and more attacks using only Indians so that the trail does not lead back to IslamabadOfficials say that the ISI basically wants India to witness what it did during the period when the Indian Mujahideen was active These inputs that have been picked up the agencies has put the security mechanism on very high alert The police across the country have been advised to keep a close watch on suspicious activitiesFurther former members of groups such as the Popular Front of India PFI are under the scanner as there is information that revival attempts of the banned outfit are being madeSecurity officials say that the ISI is reducing activities along the borders with both Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir for now Pakistan is largely focused on creating massive OGW network it is also trying to set up scores of modules across the countryIntelligence agencies say that this is however not the only problem ISI related activity in Bangladesh has increased multifold since Muhammad Yunus took charge The ISI has instructed LashkareTaiba chief Hafiz Saeed and JaisheMohammad boss Masood Azhar to ramp up activity in Bangladesh in a big wayThe ISI has been bringing the terror groups in Bangladesh and Pakistan together The agency wants these groups to work together and carry out strikes in India with a particular focus on the northeastern states and West BengalThe ISI wants both Azhar and Saeed to be more involved in the Bangladesh operations While Saeed has already started work on this Azhar is yet to do so The ISI also is planning on sending both these terrorists to Bangladesh in the near future to interact with the cadres and boost their morale The LashkareTayiba in fact in a build up to the visit by Saeed recently sent a close aide of his to BangladeshThe ISI feels that if the LashkareTaiba or the JaisheMohammad is able to attack India from Bangladesh then it would also act as a morale booster for the cadres of these two terror groups based in Pakistan Following Operation Sindoor the morale of these cadres has been down and their chiefs are finding it very hard to turn that aroundThe Indian agencies have their task cut out with Pakistan getting desperate in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor Officials are keeping a close watch on activities of the ISI not just within the country but on the border with Bangladesh IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-plans-fresh-india-focused-network-local-cells-in-jampk-support-from-bangladesh-650606.html Fri, 28 Nov 2025 01:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/security-forces-raze-maoists-memorials-in-chhattisgarh-650639.html RaipurBijapur Nov 27 In a major blow to Maoist propaganda machinery Basaguda police station along with security forces on Thursday demolished four Naxalite memorials constructed deep inside the forests of Bijapur district Acting on specific intelligence a joint team of DRG district reserve guard and CRPF central reserve police force personnel carried out the operation in the early hours Three Maoist memorials located in the dense forests of Guttum village and one memorial in the forest of Nendra village were completely razed to the ground police officials said These concrete structures commonly known as âshaheed stambhsâ among Maoist cadres were built by CPI Maoist to commemorate their fallen members spread terror among local villagers and propagate their ideology while maintaining an atmosphere of fear in the regionâThese illegal memorials were being used by Maoists to psychologically dominate villagers and recruit new cadres Their destruction sends a strong message that security forces now fully control these erstwhile Maoist strongholdsâ a senior police officer told reporters after the operationThe action is part of the ongoing intensified antiMaoist campaign in south Bastar where security forces have been systematically targeting Maoist infrastructure including camps arms dumps and propaganda materials Local villagers welcomed the development stating that such memorials forced them to participate in Maoist events under duress Police officials said that similar operations to identify and demolish remaining Maoist memorials and markers across Bijapur district will continue in the coming days The demolition drive is being seen as another significant step in weakening the dwindling Maoist influence in the region coming close on the heels of largescale surrenders and neutralisations in the area Thursdayâs operation concluded peacefully with no exchange of fire reported Security forces have further intensified area domination and search operations in the GangaloorBasaguda region following the successful demolition of these four memorial structures IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/security-forces-raze-maoists-memorials-in-chhattisgarh-650639.html Fri, 28 Nov 2025 02:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/west-bengal-cid-arrest-one-in-assam-for-rs-35-lakh-cyber-fraud-650640.html Kolkata Nov 27 The West Bengal Crime Investigation Department CID has arrested one person from Assam on charges of cyber fraud by creating a fake investment app police sources said on Thursday The arrest was made by a team of CID in Assam on WednesdayA person named Zahirul Islam was arrested from Assams DispurThe accused persons house is located in Kamrup districtThe investigators have asked the court to bring the accused to West Bengal on transit remandAccording to sources the fraudsters had launched a fake app using the name of a company that invests in the stock market and mutual fundsIt is alleged that the fraudsters had swindled Rs 35 lakh from a doctor from Barasat in North 24 Parganas district through that appAccording to CID sources four people have already been arrested in this caseThis time the CID arrested another accused following a raid in AssamAccording to sources in the investigating agency the fraudsters used to lure people to invest through that fake app by advertising on FacebookA resident of Barasat and doctor by profession Rajkumar Bhattacharya fell into that trapThe fraudsters added him to a WhatsApp group where he was told that online investment training would be provided in that groupTaking that opportunity Rajkumar was misled and made to invest in stages for more than two monthsAllegedly the fraudsters took a total of Rs 35 lakh from him in ten stagesAfter learning that he has been cheated the doctor filed a complaint at the Barasat Cyber ââCrime Police StationLater on the orders of the Calcutta High Court the investigation was transferred to the CIDThe investigators had already arrested four persons during the course of its investigationAccording to sources Debashis Roy was arrested in March this year Prosenjit Ranjan Nath was arrested from Alipore in June while Amit Ghosh and Riaz Ahmed were arrested from Garden Reach in JulyThe arrested Amit is a bank employee by professionThe investigators obtained more information by interrogating the four arrested people and came to know the name of another accused Zahirul IslamBased on that information a team of CID raided Assam IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/west-bengal-cid-arrest-one-in-assam-for-rs-35-lakh-cyber-fraud-650640.html Fri, 28 Nov 2025 02:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/west-bengal-cid-arrests-one-in-assam-for-rs-35-lakh-cyber-fraud-650642.html Kolkata Nov 27 The West Bengal Crime Investigation Department CID has arrested one person from Assam on charges of cyber fraud by creating a fake investment app police sources said on Thursday The arrest was made by a team of CID in Assam on WednesdayA person named Zahirul Islam was arrested from Assams DispurThe accused persons house is located in Kamrup districtThe investigators have asked the court to bring the accused to West Bengal on transit remandAccording to sources the fraudsters had launched a fake app using the name of a company that invests in the stock market and mutual fundsIt is alleged that the fraudsters had swindled Rs 35 lakh from a doctor from Barasat in North 24 Parganas district through that appAccording to CID sources four people have already been arrested in this caseThis time the CID arrested another accused following a raid in AssamAccording to sources in the investigating agency the fraudsters used to lure people to invest through that fake app by advertising on FacebookA resident of Barasat and doctor by profession Rajkumar Bhattacharya fell into that trapThe fraudsters added him to a WhatsApp group where he was told that online investment training would be provided in that groupTaking that opportunity Rajkumar was misled and made to invest in stages for more than two monthsAllegedly the fraudsters took a total of Rs 35 lakh from him in ten stagesAfter learning that he has been cheated the doctor filed a complaint at the Barasat Cyber ââCrime Police StationLater on the orders of the Calcutta High Court the investigation was transferred to the CIDThe investigators had already arrested four persons during the course of its investigationAccording to sources Debashis Roy was arrested in March this year Prosenjit Ranjan Nath was arrested from Alipore in June while Amit Ghosh and Riaz Ahmed were arrested from Garden Reach in JulyThe arrested Amit is a bank employee by professionThe investigators obtained more information by interrogating the four arrested people and came to know the name of another accused Zahirul IslamBased on that information a team of CID raided Assam IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/west-bengal-cid-arrests-one-in-assam-for-rs-35-lakh-cyber-fraud-650642.html Fri, 28 Nov 2025 02:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/trinamool-worker-hacked-to-death-in-kangaroo-court-in-bengals-malda-650653.html Kolkata Nov 27 A Trinamool Congress worker was killed in the Kaliachak area of West Bengals Malda district on Thursday in a kangaroo court convened by local panchayat run by the ruling party The deceased has been identified as Ekramul Sheikh 45According to local sources Trinamool Congress booth President Shamsul Sheikh had a dispute with Ekramul over driving a tractor on his crop landWhen the dispute escalated they approached the local policeBut the deceaseds family claimed that the police did not file their complaintAfter this Muktar Sheikh the husband of the Trinamool Congress member of Rajnagar Gram Panchayat in Kaliachak area convened a kangaroo court to resolve the disputeAt the court Shamsul was given the punishment of doing situps by holding his earsShamsul however could not accept the kangaroo courts decision and lunged towards Ekramul in front of everyone with a sharp weaponHe hit Ekramul with the sharp weapon indiscriminatelySeveral others were also injured as they came to rescue Ekramul from such attackEkramul was taken to the Malda Medical College Hospital in a serious conditionThe doctors declared him dead on arrivalThe rest of the injured are undergoing treatment at the hospitalThe family of the deceased demanded strict punishment for the accusedMalda Superintendent of Police Pradeep Kumar Yadav said that a large police force led by SubDivisional Police Officer Faisal Raja and Kaliachak Police Station Inspector Incharge Suman Chowdhury reached the spot after receiving the informationPolice are still deployed in the area An investigation has started Yadav addedThe BJP meanwhile criticised the Trinamool Congress over lawlessness in the districtMalda District BJP General Secretary Biswajit Roy said Since Trinamool Congress came to power there is no such thing as police administration The police are busy protecting their offices So instead of a police station a kangaroo court was convened to resolve local issues We condemn this incidentMalda District Trinamool Congress General Secretary Biswajit Ghosh however refused to accept the incident as a fallout of the partys infightingThis was just a family dispute It has no connection with politics Whenever something happens the BJP associates the name of Trinamool Congress with it This is not desirable The police will definitely take action the local Trinamool leader said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/trinamool-worker-hacked-to-death-in-kangaroo-court-in-bengals-malda-650653.html Fri, 28 Nov 2025 02:25:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/washington-attacker-worked-with-us-military-in-afghanistan-650659.html Washington Nov 27 A gunman who critically wounded two US National Guard members near the White House had worked with the US military during the war in Afghanistan The CIA confirmed that the 29yearold suspect Rahmanullah Lakanwal is an Afghan national who worked with a USsupported military unit during the war in Afghanistan He entered the US in September 2021 through a Bidenera immigration program designed for Afghans who assisted US forcesOfficials also revealed on Thursday that he drove more than 4000 kilometres across the country to carry out the attackJeanine Pirro the US attorney in Washington DC said that the suspect left his home in Bellingham Washington and drove his vehicle across the United States with the intention of committing the attack She also revealed that the attacker used a 357 revolver to shoot Guard members on Wednesday afternoonBoth soldiers identified as Sarah Beckstrom and Andrew Wolfe of the West Virginia National Guard are in their 20s and remain in critical conditionAttorney General Pam Bondi told Fox News that the two soldiers âcame through surgeryâ but she did not release further medical detailsThe shooting took place less than 500 metres from the White House Trump was not in the capital and is visiting Florida for the Thanksgiving holidayFBI Director Kash Patel said agents were interviewing witnesses and executing search warrants âhere in DC and at multiple locations on the West CoastâAfter officials confirmed the suspectâs nationality late Wednesday US Citizenship and Immigration Services announced a temporary pause on processing immigration applications from Afghanistan affecting asylum seekers greencard applicants and Afghans trying to enter the United StatesOn Wednesday US President Donald Trump called it an âact of terrorââThis heinous assault was an act of evil and an act of hatred and an act of terror It was a crime against our entire nation It was a crime against humanityâ Trump saidHe also announced deployment of an additional 500 troops to âhelp protect our capital cityâThere are approximately 2400 National Guard troops currently deployed in Washington which includes around 958 from the DC National Guard and about 1300 from eight other statesMultiple states have sent Guard personnel to Washington in recent months as part of President Trumpâs publicsafety crackdown IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/washington-attacker-worked-with-us-military-in-afghanistan-650659.html Fri, 28 Nov 2025 02:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/corps-commanders-conclave-concludes-in-dimapur--650668.html Itanagar Nov 27 The threeday Corps Commandersâ Conclave CCC2025 held at Rangapahar Military Station in Dimapur concluded successfully on Thursday officials said on Thursday Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said that the event hosted nine former Corps Commanders of the Spear Corps in a reunion of leadership tradition and military wisdom The proceedings were honoured by the presence of the GeneralOfficerCommanding GOCinC Eastern Command Lt Gen RC Tiwari whose guidance inspired one and all The event was hosted by Lt Gen Abhijit S Pendharkar GeneralOfficerCommanding Spear Corps headquartered at Dimapur who organised the engagements with professional warmth and esprit de corps Lt Col Rawat said that the threeday November 2527 conclave opened with a solemn wreathlaying ceremony at the War Memorial paying homage to the fallen heroes of the Spear Corps This was followed by the vibrant cultural programme âMosaic of NEâ showcasing the rich heritage of Northeast India through performance and cultural mosaic he said At the Corps headquarters Complex the distinguished veterans attended the unveiling of Spear Chronicles witnessed the latest technological innovations and displays Former Corps Commanders also posed for a commemorative group photograph on the Corps lawns The conclave strengthened bonds across generations honoured the legacy of past leadership and reaffirmed the enduring spirit values and operational excellence of the Spear Corps Lt Col Rawat said that as part of the AROHAN Project initiated by the Assam government the Army Recruiting Office ARO Narangi under ZRO Shillong conducted an extensive career option motivational lecture at Brahmaputra hall Narangi Cantonment on Thursday The programme aimed to guide and inspire students about the diverse career opportunities available in the Indian Army The event witnessed enthusiastic participation with 297 students and 26 teachers from the districts of Sivasagar Sonitpur and Udalguri attending the session the spokesman said The outreach initiative focused on providing young aspirants with a clear and comprehensive understanding of the Armyâs recruitment process Representatives from ARO Narangi delivered detailed presentations on various entry schemes including Agniveer NDA TES and CDS outlining their eligibility criteria selection procedures and the longterm benefits of a military career To further enhance engagement the organisers set up dedicated information centres at the venue These facilitated facetoface interactions between students and Army representatives allowing attendees to clarify queries gain firsthand insights and develop a realistic understanding of life in the Armed Forces Lt Col Rawat stated IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/corps-commanders-conclave-concludes-in-dimapur--650668.html Fri, 28 Nov 2025 02:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-police-amp-crpf-carry-out-searches-in-srinagars-lal-chowk-650720.html Srinagar Nov 28 JampK Police and the Central Reserve Police Force CRPF carried out a cordon and search operation CASO in Srinagars Lal Chowk on Friday The search operation was carried out as part of heightened security measures in the busy commercial centre an official saidMultiple teams conducted surprise inspections in several hotels and guest houses to verify records of visitors and ensure overall security compliance the official said adding The operation continued for several hours however no suspicious activity was reportedJampK Police and other security forces have been carrying out aggressive antiterrorist operations across the UT These operations are focused on terrorists their overground workers OGWs sympathisers drug smugglers and those involved in hawala money rackets and other unlawful financial activitiesThis is part of the revised strategy by the security forces to dismantle the support system of terror rather than just focusing on the gunwielding terroristsJampK has a 740kmlong line of control LoC and a 240kmlong international border IBThe army guards the LoC situated in Baramulla Kupwara and Bandipora districts of the Kashmir Valley and Poonch Rajouri and parts of the Jammu district of the Jammu divisionThe Border Security Force BSF guards the IB situated in Jammu Samba and Kathua districts of Jammu divisionThe army and the BSF guard against infiltration crossborder smuggling and terrorist drone activity on the LoC and the IB while the JampK Police and other security forces carry out antiterrorist operations in the hinterlandIn the recent security review meeting which was attended by senior officers of the army paramilitary forces JampK police intelligence and senior civil administration officers Lt Governore Manoj Sinha gave clear instructions to the security forces to target the support system of terrorism in the UT IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-police-amp-crpf-carry-out-searches-in-srinagars-lal-chowk-650720.html Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indias-experience-in-submarine-development-highly-valuable-for-indonesias-future-plans-acknowledges-visiting-defence-minister--650510.html New Delhi Nov 27 IANS India and Indonesia on Thursday reiterated the importance of maintaining a free open peaceful stable and prosperous IndoPacific guided by international law and respect for sovereignty Both sides also agreed to enhance cooperation through multilateral frameworks such as Indian Ocean Rim Association under Indias chairmanshipnbspDiscussions on further strengthening the bilateral defence ties and Comprehensive Strategic Partnership were also held as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Indonesian counterpart Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin on Thursday cochaired the third IndiaIndonesia Defence Ministers Dialogue in New DelhiQuite significantly during the meeting Indonesia lauded Indias experience in submarine development and supplychain management including Scorpeneclass programmes calling it highly valuable for Indonesias future plansnbspNoting that the ASEAN Outlook on the IndoPacific and Indias IndoPacific Oceans Initiative share relevant fundamental principles Indonesia reiterated that India remains a key partner in promoting peace and cooperation in the region read a statement issued by the Ministry of Defence after the meeting during which both countries also committed to enhancing practical cooperation in maritime domain awareness cyber resilience and joint operational readinessThe two Ministers recalled the visit of President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto to India as the Chief Guest of Republic Day Celebrations earlier this year and affirmed that the productive and wideranging discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Subianto during the visit and outcomes have led to further strengthening of the IndiaIndonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership They also recalled the participation of 352 personnel from the Indonesian Armed Forces in the Republic Day CelebrationsIndonesia also appreciated Indias proposal to establish a Joint Defence Industry Cooperation Committee to further strengthen collaboration in areas such as technology transfer joint RampampD certification harmonisation and supplychain linkagesnbspIndia announced gifting of horses and ceremonial carriage to Indonesia from Indian Armys Remount Veterinary Corps The two ministers expressed their satisfaction with the Dialogues outcomes and the need to continue highlevel exchanges practical cooperation and structured management across multiple areas of defence and securityFollowing the meeting Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that the defence cooperation between India and Indonesia is built on commitment to maintain regional security has grown manifold during the recent yearsnbspDelighted to meet the Indonesian Defence Minister General Retd Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin in New Delhi Our defence cooperation built on our commitment to maintain regional security has grown manifold during the recent years During the deliberations today we had a free and frank discussion to further strengthen our defence cooperation and Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Singh posted on XBoth countries highlighted the progress in joint exercises including Super Garuda Shield Garuda Shakti Samudra Shakti MILAN and upcoming Air Manoeuvre Exercises The two sides agreed to continue officer exchanges joint training programs and visits to defence education institutions to promote interoperability and knowledge sharingnbspThe two countries reiterated their commitment to maritime security including coordination in the Indian Ocean Indonesia welcomed Indias initiatives emphasising cooperation within ASEANled ASEAN Defence Ministers MeetingPlus and other structuresBoth countries also discussed collaboration in defence medicine and pharmaceuticals including joint research technology transfer and training programs to strengthen military health resilience They reaffirmed their commitment to a just and lasting peace in Palestine and acknowledged opportunities for cooperation in humanitarian assistance post conflict reconstruction and multilateral peace efforts Indonesia reaffirmed its willingness to contribute peacekeeping personnel to Gaza under United Nations MandatenbspEarlier in the day Singh received Sjamsoeddin at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi A Guard of Honour was presented to Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin ahead of his meeting with the Defence Minister https://dailyworld.in/security/indias-experience-in-submarine-development-highly-valuable-for-indonesias-future-plans-acknowledges-visiting-defence-minister--650510.html Thu, 27 Nov 2025 15:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pm-modi-to-address-60th-all-india-dgig-police-conference-in-raipur-650513.html Raipur Nov 27 IANS Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the 60th edition of the AllIndia Conference of Director GeneralsInspector Generals of Police in Chhattisgarh an official statement said on Thursdaynbsp nbspThe threeday Conference scheduled from November 2830 in Raipur aims to review the progress achieved in addressing key policing challenges so far and to outline a forwardlooking roadmap for building a Surakshit Bharat in alignment with the national vision of Viksit Bharat the statement saidnbspHeld under the overarching theme Viksit Bharat Security Dimensions the Conference will host detailed deliberations on key security issues such as Left Wing Extremism Counter terrorism Disaster management Womens Safety and use of forensic science and artificial intelligence in policingnbspThe Prime Minister will also confer the Presidents Police Medals for Distinguished ServiceThe conference provides a vital interactive platform for senior Police leaders and security administrators from across the country to engage in open and meaningful exchanges on a wide range of national security issuesnbspIt also facilitates the discussion of operational infrastructural and welfarerelated challenges faced by the police forces along with the formulation and sharing of professional practices in addressing crime maintaining law and order and responding to internal security threats the statement saidnbspPrime Minister Modi has consistently taken a keen interest in this annual conference encouraging candid discussions and fostering an environment where fresh ideas on policing can emergeBusiness sessions breakout interactions and thematic dining table discussions offer participants an opportunity to share their perspectives directly with the Prime Minister on critical internal security and policy mattersnbspSince 2014 the format of the conference has undergone continuous upgradation under the Prime Ministers guidance including hosting it at diverse locations across the countrynbspThe conference was earlier held in Guwahati Assam Rann of Kachchh Gujarat Hyderabad Telangana Tekanpur Gwalior Madhya Pradesh Statue of Unity Kevadiya Gujarat Pune Maharashtra Lucknow Uttar Pradesh New Delhi and Jaipur Rajasthan and Bhubaneswar OdishaContinuing this tradition the 60th DGsPIGsP Conference is being organised this year in RaipurnbspThe conference will be attended by Union Home Minister Amit Shah National Security Adviser Ajit Doval Ministers of State Home Affairs DGPs of StatesUTs and Heads of Central Police OrganisationsnbspTo bring in fresh and innovative ideas Heads of the Home Department of StatesUTs and some selected cuttingedge level Police officers in the ranks of DIG and SP will also participate physically this year https://dailyworld.in/security/pm-modi-to-address-60th-all-india-dgig-police-conference-in-raipur-650513.html Thu, 27 Nov 2025 18:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-seeks-peace-but-stands-ready-to-defend-its-borders-says-president-murmu-650487.html New Delhi Nov 27 IANS President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said Indias diplomacy economic strength and armed forces collectively present a nation committed to peace while remaining fully prepared to defend its borders and citizensnbspPraising the armed forces for their professionalism and patriotism she said the recent success of Operation Sindoor represents a pivotal moment in Indias counterterrorism and deterrence strategyAddressing the Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2025 at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi the President said The Indian armed forces have exemplified professionalism and patriotism in guarding the sovereignty of India During every security challenge be it conventional counterinsurgency or humanitarian our forces have displayed remarkable adaptivityThe recent success of Operation Sindoor marks a defining moment in our counterterrorism and deterrence strategy The world took note of not only Indias military capability but of its moral clarity to act firmly yet responsibly in the pursuit of peace she addedThe President said that she was pleased that beyond their operational role the defence forces continue to serve as a major pillar of national development contributing significantly to infrastructure education and other initiatives in border regionsEmphasising fastchanging geopolitical dynamics President Murmu said The international system is being rewritten by contesting power centres technological disruptions and shifting alliances New domains of competition cyberspace information and cognitive warfare are blurring the lines between peace and conflictsHighlighting Indias approach to global affairs she said Guided by our civilised ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam we have shown that strategic autonomy can coexist with global responsibility Our diplomacy economy and armed forces together project an India that seeks peace but is prepared to protect its border and its citizens with strength and convictionThe President expressed confidence that the dialogues outcome would offer valuable insights for policymakers as they shape the nations future course She concluded by saying she was certain the armed forces would continue to strive for excellence and advance with determination towards achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat2047IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/india-seeks-peace-but-stands-ready-to-defend-its-borders-says-president-murmu-650487.html Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-ncb-dismantles-marijuana-supply-module-3-arrested-650296.html Srinagar Nov 25 The narcotics control bureau NCB on Tuesday busted a âCharasâ Marijuana supply racket in JampK and arrested three persons in this connection An official statement said that the Narcotics Control Bureau NCB Srinagar Zone has successfully dismantled a narcotics supply module active in the BaramullaâPulwama belt with the seizure of 2730 kilograms of charas and the arrest of three accused persons including the main supplierIt said that acting on specific intelligence on November 20 a team of NCB Srinagar intercepted Bashir Ahmad Malla resident of Dhobiwan under police station Kunzer District Baramulla and recovered 2730 kg of charas from his possessionâDuring sustained interrogation and prompt followup action with the help of Baramulla Police in Kunzer Police Station the NCB team arrested his close associate Mansoor Ahmad Wani resident of Dhobiwan in the jurisdiction of Police station Kunzer District Baramulla who was actively involved in the supply chainâ it saidIt pointed out that NCB Srinagar appreciates the strong cooperation and timely support extended by Baramulla Police whose proactive assistance played a vital role in the successful execution of the operation and further strengthened interagency coordination in the regionâBased on the disclosures of both the accused and subsequent operational intelligence the main supplier Abdul Rashid Dar was apprehended from Pulwama thereby unearthing the complete trafficking chainâ it saidThe statement added that all the accused have a previous criminal history in connection with NDPS cases With the arrest of the mastermind associate and supplier the entire module involved in the procurement transportation and distribution of the seized contraband has been dismantledâFurther investigation is ongoing to identify backward and forward linkages financial trails and any interstate connectionsâ it saidThe statement said that the establishment of the NCB office in Srinagar is part of the Government of Indiaâs strategic initiative to strengthen narcotics enforcement in Jammu amp Kashmir âNCB appeals to the public to support the fight against drugs Citizens may report any information related to narcotics trafficking confidentially on the MANAS â National Narcotics Helpline TollFree 1933 The identity of the caller is kept strictly confidentialâ the statement concluded IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-ncb-dismantles-marijuana-supply-module-3-arrested-650296.html Wed, 26 Nov 2025 01:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-meitei-body-slams-govt-for-holding-sangai-festival-amid-ethnic-violence-crisis-650306.html Imphal Nov 25 The Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity COCOMI an umbrella body of several Meitei civil society organisations on Tuesday once again criticised the state government for organising the Sangai Tourism Festival without first resolving the ongoing ethnic crisis and ensuring the rehabilitation of displaced people Ahead of the 10day Sangai Tourism Festival inaugurated at Hapta Kangjeibung in Imphal on November 21 various groups of Internally Displaced People IDPs and several Civil Society Organisations CSOs including the COCOMI had called for a ceasework strike and appealed to the public to boycott the festival and hold protests Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla inaugurated the festival in a lowkey manner The COCOMI convenor Information and Public Relations Committee Laikhuram Jayenta in a statement said that the state government went ahead with the inauguration by using force to suppress the protesters and peoples wishes The Meitei community body also terms two MLAs who attended the Sangai Tourism Festival inauguration ceremony on November 21 as âEnemies of the People for attending the inaugural event âPeople across the state had held protests on November 21 the opening day of the festival contending that the current situation in Manipur was not apt for such festivities Several persons reportedly sustained injuries during the agitationâ the statement said On November 21 at least two police officers including a Deputy Superintendent of Police DSP were injured after a clash broke out in Imphal East district over the festival which the government is projecting as an attempt to restore normalcy in the troubletorn state According to a police official the clashes occurred when security forces prevented demonstrators including several displaced persons who were marching towards the venue of the festival He had said that the protestors hurled stones at the forces forcing the security personnel to lob several rounds of tear gas shells On November 24 at least three IDPs and two police personnel were injured when hundreds of IDPs living in relief camps clashed with security forces at Pukhao and near the Dolaithabi Dam in Manipurâs Imphal East district while attempting to return to their native villages A police official said the clashes broke out after men and women from Ekou Dolaithabi and Yengkhuman localities currently staying in relief camps tried to proceed to their original homes but security forces stopped them from moving further The forces resorted to lathicharge and fired tear gas shells to disperse the crowd resulting in injuries to three IDPs and two policemen A spokesperson for the IDPs said that since the state government is organising the annual Sangai Tourism Festival from November 21 to 30 it is presumed that normalcy has been restored in their areas and therefore they should be allowed to return home instead of continuing in relief camps The Manipur government had appealed to all citizens especially the IDPs and stakeholders to extend full cooperation to ensure the success of the Sangai Festival In an appeal Chief Secretary Puneet Kumar Goel had said the festival is a collective affirmation of the commitment to move forward and that full support and participation would help the state regain momentum He said economic revival tourism promotion youth empowerment and community harmony are essential for getting Manipur back on a sustained growth path According to the Chief Secretary the government recognises the hardships endured by the displaced people and relief and rehabilitation remain the top priority Goel elaborated on the allocation of funds aimed at the welfare of IDPs and the enhancement of livelihood opportunities for the affected population IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-meitei-body-slams-govt-for-holding-sangai-festival-amid-ethnic-violence-crisis-650306.html Wed, 26 Nov 2025 01:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/karnataka-horror-upset-at-having-fourth-daughter-woman-kills-infant-650308.html Belagavi Nov 25 A horrific incident in which a mother strangled her fourth newborn daughter to death has been reported from the Belagavi district of Karnataka on Tuesday officials said Police investigations have revealed that the mother committed the crime because she was distraught over not having a sonThe incident occurred in Hiremulangi village of Ramdurg taluk in Belagavi districtAccording to the police the mother strangled her threedayold infant daughter solely because another girl child was bornThe accused identified as Ashwini Halkatti has been arrested and a murder case has been registered against her at the Sureban Police StationPolice said that accused mother Ashwini Halkatti a resident of Hiremulangi already has three daughters and was hoping for a male childHowever on November 23 she delivered another infant girl at the Mudakavi Primary Health CentreShe returned to her parental home in Hiremulangi the following dayOn Tuesday morning when her mother stepped out of the house Ashwini allegedly strangled the newborn to deathShe later pretended that the infant was not breathing and created a scene police saidThe infant was rushed to Ramdurg Taluk Hospital where doctors confirmed that she had died due to strangulation and suffocationDuring questioning the accused mother confessed to the horrific actBecause Ashwini recently gave birth to a child she is being treated under police supervision at the Ramdurg Government HospitalRamdurg Deputy Superintendent of Police Chidambara Madivalar visited the spot and conducted an inspectionFurther investigation is underway and more details are yet to emergeOn February 29 2024 in a shocking incident a father threw his own child onto a wall at his residence in Dharwad districtThe sevenmonthold girl child Vaishanavi succumbed to injuries at the KIMS hospital in HubbaliThe incident was reported in Yadwad village of Dharwad districtThe accused Shambulinga Shahapurmath 37 who was arrested soon after the incident has been booked under IPC Section 302 for murderThe accuseds father has reportedly told the police officials that he was unhappy after his daughter was bornThe deceased Vaishanavi was his second childThe Karnataka government had earlier expressed concern about a declining femaletomale sex ratio which Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao partly attributed to organised foeticide racketsMinister Gundu Rao had earlier said in the state Assembly that Karnataka has registered eight cases related to female foeticide since the start of 202324 leading to the arrest of 46 individualsTo prevent female foeticide the state government has established statutory committees under the PC and PNDT Act PreConception and PreNatal Diagnostic Techniques Act at both the state and district levelsAs of now 136 cases have been filed in court against scanning centres owners and doctors for violating the PC amp PNDT ActOf these 74 cases have resulted in penalties and closure while 65 cases are at various stages in court Minister Rao had said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/karnataka-horror-upset-at-having-fourth-daughter-woman-kills-infant-650308.html Wed, 26 Nov 2025 01:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-seeks-peace-but-will-never-allow-borders-to-be-compromised-pm-modi-650316.html Kurukshetra Nov 25 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India seeks peace but will never allow its borders or national security to be compromised The Prime Minister also praised the recently launched Operation Sindoor saying strikes were carried out in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack which claimed 26 livesâWe want peace but we do not compromise on the security of our borders the Prime Minister said while addressing the statelevel function to mark the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Tegh Bahadur the ninth Sikh GuruPM Modi said the whole world has witnessed that the new India neither fears nor stops nor bows before terrorismHe added that todayâs India is moving forward with full strength courage and clarityRecalling a recent development the Prime Minister said when the three original forms of the Guru Granth Sahib arrived from Afghanistan it became âa moment of pride for every IndianâHe added that his government has worked consistently to strengthen the spiritual and cultural links to Sikh heritageThe Prime Minister recalled that when the ninth Sikh Guru began his journey from Anandpur Sahib he connected numerous villages with the Sangat expanding their devotion and faith while also transforming the conduct of societyHe remarked that the people of these villages abandoned all forms of intoxicant cultivation and dedicated their future at the feet of Guru SahibPM Modi emphasised that by following the path shown by Guru Maharaj if society families and youth together wage a decisive battle against addiction this problem can be eradicated from its rootsThe Prime Minister remarked that the teachings of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib should become the foundation of peace in our conduct balance in our policies and trust in our society and this is the essence of the occasionHe highlighted that the manner in which the martyrdom day of Guru Tegh Bahadur is being observed across the country reflects how alive the Gurusâ teachings remain in the consciousness of society even todayThe Prime Minister concluded by emphasising that with this spirit these celebrations should serve as meaningful inspiration for the youth to take India forward and extended his greetings to all once again IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/india-seeks-peace-but-will-never-allow-borders-to-be-compromised-pm-modi-650316.html Wed, 26 Nov 2025 01:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarat-police-honours-110-personnel-at-dgps-commendation-disc-2024-ceremony-650331.html Ahmedabad Nov 25 The âDGPâs Commendation Disc2024â felicitation ceremony was held at the Gujarat Police Academy in Karai Gandhinagar under the chairmanship of Director General of Police Vikas Sahay The annual honour introduced in 2019 to recognise outstanding dedication bravery and service in the Gujarat Police marked its sixth edition this year with the presence of police families senior officers and personnel from across the stateAddressing the gathering DGP Sahay congratulated all 110 awardwinning officers and personnel and extended special appreciation to their families calling them the âstrongest support systemâ behind every police official âThis is why we identify ourselves not just as the Gujarat Police but as the Gujarat Police Familyâ he saidEmphasising unity as the forceâs greatest strength he highlighted the pride attached to the uniform and the honour of receiving a police medal He noted that the awardees were selected after a careful review of recent work acknowledging that while many officers had performed exceptionally the award policy allows for only 110 recognitions each year He encouraged those who were not selected this time to continue their exemplary service with renewed motivationSpeaking firmly on morale DGP Sahay said âDo not let anyone break the spirit of our police force Work fearlessly with selfrespect and pride If officers and personnel across all cadres respect one another every member under their command will be empowered to work without fearâ He also praised police personnel across Gujaratâwhether or not they were among the 110 awardeesâfor their significant contributions in maintaining law and order preventing crime and delivering citizencentric policing âOur greatest strength is our unity and our ability to support each otherâ he saidEarlier DGP Training Neerja Gotru delivered the welcome address and outlined the objectives of the award ceremony The event was attended by CID Crime DGP KLN Rao Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik Karai Academy incharge Acharya PL Mal senior officers police personnel and their families IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarat-police-honours-110-personnel-at-dgps-commendation-disc-2024-ceremony-650331.html Wed, 26 Nov 2025 02:01:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/mumbai-attacks-among-those-in-the-line-of-duty-on-2611-650335.html New Delhi On the night of November 26 2008 Mumbaiâs usual bustle was suddenly pierced by gunfire explosions and flames What began as an ordinary evening turned into an unforgettable nightmare with a siege that tested the courage of its people scarred countless families and etched itself in the nationâs memory forever Amidst some 60 hours of fastpaced developments emerged stories of extraordinary achievements â of bravehearts who looked straight into the eyes of terrorists of ordinary citizens who became heroes in their own line of dutyMeet the former member of MARCOS or Marine Commandos Praveen Kumar Teotia who was awarded the Shaurya Chakra for his valour at the Taj Mahal hotel in the 2611 terror attackPraveen took five bullets that day including one that clipped his ear and another that broke his ribs which damaged the right lung Despite his injury and the dark room where the terrorists had the advantage of having adjusted themselves being there since earlier he managed to engage them till his teammates rescued 150 people from the nearby hallâI was among two MARCOS teams that joined one already present at the site where we were altogether 2425 commandos who entered the premises through different waysâ he recountedMARCOS a special forces unit of the Indian Navy was established in February 1987 and is known for its expertise in unconventional warfare counterterrorism operations and conducting highrisk missions They are recognised for their professionalism and versatility whether in water air or on landAmong notable operations that included the elite commandos were Operation Cactus in the Maldives in 1988 to thwart a coup the Kargil War in 1999 and many antipiracy operations But that fateful day in Mumbai what was he thinkingâThere was no specific thought that time except how to neutralise the terrorists and rescue innocent livesâ said the 40yearold now practising law in Delhi after discharge from servicesâFor a soldier it is a privilege to be of service to his country and its citizens to be able to eliminate any threat against themâ he assertedâI was involved in several operations in Kashmir too but at the Taj that day I was angry at these foreignbred terrorists challenging our nationâ he addedHe is perhaps the sole survivor of such lung damage where he spent 19 days in a hospital under intensive careDespite the damaged lung he takes part in a marathon and is still fit and agile During those fateful November hours even as Praveen and his colleagues were taking bullets and rescuing people there was a young reporter outside the Taj among assembled mediapersonsBut Mahrukh Inayet stood out for her intensive and acute reportage that continued for over 60 hours Media reports hailed her as reporting âat the centre of it allâ and for doing âa fine jobâShe remembered those days âIt had been closed to 36 hours since I had been reporting outside Mumbais iconic Taj Hotel By then there were close to a hundred journalists from across the country and the world who were reporting on the biggest terror attack in MumbaiââI didnt hear the gunshot but a bullet hit somewhere on my left and somebody shouted âduck â theyâre firing at usââShe lay prone on the streets the Taj in front of herâAt the same time one camera focused on me while the other kept its lens trained on the hotel What I was then thinking was to let people know what was happening on the groundâIt was much later that the nowdecorated newsperson came to know that the image of her lying there reporting the developments while ignoring crossfires became some sort of a âmomentâ in ground reportingâI was not even aware I was just busy trying to understand what was happening and report it as calmly as I couldâ she reflected adding âBut being calm was the hardest given the situationâThere are several other stories of strength and dedication with many whose contributions perhaps will remain underplayed but they all matter in the countryâs fightback against terror IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/mumbai-attacks-among-those-in-the-line-of-duty-on-2611-650335.html Wed, 26 Nov 2025 02:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/chhattisgarh-28-maoists-with-collective-reward-of-rs-89-lakh-surrender-650341.html Raipur Nov 25 Puna Margem Rehabilitation to Regeneration program marked a significant achievement in Narayanpur district of Bastar Range on Tuesday when a total of 28 Maoist cadres including 19 women carrying a collective reward of Rs 89 lakh renounced violence and joined the social mainstream The initiative led by the Chhattisgarh Government in collaboration with the Government of India Bastar Police local administration and security forces aims to establish peace ensure rehabilitation and advance inclusive developmentOfficials described the event as another important step toward lasting peace and positive change in the regionThe cadres who surrendered included members from different organisational levels such as Maad Division DVCM PLGA Company No 06 military member Area Committee Member Technical Team Member Military Platoon PPCM Military Platoon Member SZCM Bhaskar Guard Team Party Member Supply Team Member LOS Member and Jantana Sarkar Members said police officials All of them expressed their firm decision to embrace peace and developmentThree of the cadres surrendered with weapons including an SLR an INSAS and a 303 rifle which were handed over to the forces This act was seen as a clear sign of distancing themselves from violence and showing trust in law and orderNarayanpur Superintendent of Police Robinson Gudiya said that with this development a total of 287 Maoist cadres have surrendered in the district during 2025He emphasised that the process of trust peace and development is steadily gaining momentum Bastar Range Inspector General of Police Sundarraj Pattilingam highlighted that the rehabilitation of 28 cadres demonstrates the decline of violent Maoist ideologyHe noted that in the last 50 days alone more than 512 Maoist cadres across Bastar have chosen to renounce violence and join the mainstreamHe further added that the remaining Maoist leaders including Politburo member Devji and Central Committee member Ramdar have no option but to follow the same pathThe rehabilitation program was attended by senior officials including Collector Pratishtha Mamgai SP Robinson Gudiya CEO District Panchayat Akanksha Shiksha Khalkho commanders from ITBP and BSF battalions Additional SP Akshay Pramod Sabaddra and Sushil Kumar Nayak along with hundreds of community leadersThe event reaffirmed the collective commitment of the government police and local community to build a foundation of peace trust and development in Bastar IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/chhattisgarh-28-maoists-with-collective-reward-of-rs-89-lakh-surrender-650341.html Wed, 26 Nov 2025 02:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/mumbai-remembers-its-martyrs-and-citizens-on-2611-terror-attack-anniversary-650420.html Mumbai Nov 26 People from different walks of life in Mumbai got together on Wednesday to commemorate the martyrs and victims of the terror attacks in the city on November 26 2008 and pay tributes The National Security Guard NSG conducted the âNevereverâ memorial at the Gateway of India to honour the martyrs survivors and all victims of the 2611 Mumbai terror attacks The solemn observance was to reaffirm the nationâs resolve that such an assault must never ever recur the NSG saidChief Minister Devendra Fadnavis who paid tributes at Shaheed Smriti Smarak at the Mumbai Police Commissionerate to those who lost their lives in the terror attack said âI offer my humble tributes to the brave sons of India and innocent citizens who lost their lives during the 2611 Mumbai attacks Their courage and sacrifice will forever remain etched in our nationâs memoryâDeputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief leader Eknath Shinde said âI pay heartfelt tributes to all the heroic martyrs policemen and soldiers who sacrificed their lives on November 26 2008 during the terrorist attack on Mumbai without caring for their own lives while saving the lives of many innocent citizens I also pay tributes to the innocent citizens who met their deathâDy CM and NCP president Ajit Pawar said he paid tributes by offering flowers at the Shaheed Smriti Smarak at the Mumbai Police Commissionerate erected in memory of the officers and employees of the Mumbai Police Force and security forces who were martyred while combating the 2611 terrorist attacksâIn the cowardly terrorist attack of 2611 that struck the nations economic capital Mumbai the valiant soldiers of our security forces confronted the terrorists with unparalleled courage fortitude and valorâfor the sake of the motherland to save the lives of ordinary citizensâsacrificing their own lives when the moment demanded it The sacrifice and martyrdom they offered for the nation will forever remain etched in memory Heartfelt tribute to the brave sons of Mother India who were martyred in this inhuman terrorist attack in Mumbai to the heroic soldiers and to the innocent civilians who lost their lives A black day in the history of the countryâ said Dy CM PawarMumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti said âThey stood in the line of fire so Mumbai could stand again Remembering the brave souls who defended Mumbai in its darkest hour In the longest night bravery burned the brightest Honouring the courage that rises steady and bright guiding us forwardEarlier in the day in a post of X Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tributes to all the people who lost their lives in the cowardly terror attack in Mumbai on November 26 2008 saying that terrorism is not a curse for just one country but for the entire human raceIn his post HM Shah wrote âOn this very day in the year 2008 terrorists carried out a cowardly attack on Mumbai and committed heinous and inhuman acts I pay my respects to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives while bravely facing the Mumbai terrorist attacks and I offer my tributes to all the people who lost their lives in this cowardly attackTerrorism is not a curse for just one country but for the entire human race The Modi governments zerotolerance policy against terrorism is clear which the entire world is appreciating and providing broad support to Indias antiterrorism campaigns IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/mumbai-remembers-its-martyrs-and-citizens-on-2611-terror-attack-anniversary-650420.html Wed, 26 Nov 2025 15:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/chhattisgarh-15-maoists-with-rs-48-lakh-bounty-surrender-in-sukma-650130.html RaipurSukma Nov 24 The killing of the mostwanted Maoist commander Madvi Hidma on the AndhraChhattisgarh border has triggered a wave of desertions inside the outlawed CPI Maoist with fifteen active cadres carrying a combined bounty of nearly fifty lakh rupees laying down arms in Sukma district on Monday The group comprising ten men and five women formally surrendered before Sukma Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan at the district police headquarters Among them were four hardcore members of the dreaded Peopleâs Liberation Guerrilla Army Battalion No 1 â PPCM Madvi Sanna Sodi Hidme Suryam alias Ravva Soma and Meena alias Madvi Bheeme â each carrying a reward of eight lakh rupees on their heads Area Committee Member Sunita alias Kuhram Hungi and Madkam Pandu carried five lakh rupees each while militia member Kunjam Singa was wanted for three lakh rupees The remaining eight belonged to villagelevel units such as KAMS DAKMS Revolutionary Peopleâs Committee and the Maoist economic wing Speaking to reporters SP Chavan said the surrenders were a direct fallout of the leadership vacuum and deepening fear created by Hidmaâs elimination earlier this month Continuous expansion of security camps deep inside erstwhile Maoist strongholds coupled with the Chhattisgarh governmentâs attractive Naxal Surrender Rehabilitation Policy2025 has shattered cadre morale Most of those who surrendered told officers they were tired of internal oppression constant directives from absconding higherups and the organisationâs atrocities against the very tribal villagers it claims to represent Announcing an immediate incentive of fifty thousand rupees to each surrenderer SP Kiran Chavan appealed to the remaining Maoists to shun violenceâNo one can build a future by walking the path of the gun Those who return will be rehabilitated with dignity and linked to all government welfare schemes so they can live respectfully in societyâ he saidSources in the police headquarters confirmed that several more cadres from south Bastar are in touch with authorities and are likely to surrender in the coming days With Mondayâs development the number of Maoists who have abandoned the movement in Chhattisgarh this year has crossed 650 signalling a rapid collapse of the fourdecadeold insurgency ahead of the Centreâs March 2026 deadline to end Maoism IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/chhattisgarh-15-maoists-with-rs-48-lakh-bounty-surrender-in-sukma-650130.html Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bahrain-hyderabad-flight-diverted-to-mumbai-after-bomb-threat-650027.html Hyderabad Nov 23 A Gulf Air flight from Bahrain to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai after a bomb threat was received at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport here on Sunday Flight GF274 with 154 passengers on board was diverted to Mumbai Airport after an email was received at Hyderabad Airport that a bomb has been planted on the aircraftAccording to sources at Hyderabad Airport the bomb threat email was received on customer support id at 3 amIn view of this the flight which had taken off from Bahrain at 1020 pm on Saturday and was scheduled to land at Hyderabad Airport at 455 am on Sunday was diverted to MumbaiThe flight later took off from Mumbai and landed at Hyderabad Airport at 1131 amGulf Air also released a statement that flight GF274 which was heading from Bahrain to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai Airport in accordance with security and safety requirementsBahrains national carrier said the aircraft landed safely and continued its journey after the relevant authorities completed the approved safety protocols arriving at its final destination at Hyderabad AirportSimilar bomb threats were received by Hyderabad Airport authoritiesIn June a Hyderabadbound Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt returned to the German airport after a bomb threat was received at the Hyderabad AirportOfficials had said in the interest of safety the airline was advised to divert back to the origin or the nearest suitable airportLater the Air Traffic Control ATC at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad received a message that the flight was returning to FrankfurtAlso in June authorities at Begumpet Airport had received bomb threatAfter a thorough check it was declared a hoaxThe security agencies had gone on high alert after airport authorities received an email about the bomb threatBegumpet Airport has been handling chartered flights and military operations since 2008 when the commercial operations were shifted to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport at Shamshabad on the city outskirts IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bahrain-hyderabad-flight-diverted-to-mumbai-after-bomb-threat-650027.html Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-l-g-sinha-directs-security-forces-to-have-360-degree-approach-to-counter-terrorism-650033.html Jammu Nov 23 Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor LG Manoj Sinha on Sunday directed the security forces to have a 360degree approach to counter terrorism with massive crackdowns of terror financing narcoterror links overground workers OGWs and sympathisers to dismantle the entire support system of terrorists The LG on Saturday chaired a high meeting to review the security situation in Jammu divisionThe meeting was attended by Atal Dulloo Chief Secretary Nalin Prabhat Director General of Polce SJM Gillani Special Director General Coordination Jammu and Kashmir Police Headquarters Chandraker Bharti Principal Secretary Home Nitish Kumar CID Additional Director General of Police Mandeep K Bhandari Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor Bhim Sen Tuti Jammu Inspector General of Police IGP Ramesh Kumar Jammu Divisional Commissioner M Suleman Choudhary Traffic IGP Depputy Inspector Generals of Police Deputy Commissioners and Seniopr Superintendents of Police of Jammu divisionLG Sinha congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir Police for its meticulous investigation and quick response in dismantling the panIndia terror networkOur 360degree approach to counterterrorism with massive crackdowns on terror financing narcoterror links over ground Workers OGWs and sympathisers is focused on dismantling the entire support structure to terrorists the LG saidOur coordinated efforts will ensure that the remnants of terror ecosystem are completely wiped out from Jammu and Kashmir LG Sinha addedHe directed the officials to remain vigilant and watchful of emerging security challengesHe emphasised on zero tolerance policy against terrorism and asked the officials to take strongest possible action against terror sympathisers OGWs and terror elements who are trying to radicalise youthHe directed the officials to intensify intelligenceled operations against terrorists and concerted efforts to monitor digital platforms being used by terror outfits for radicalisation and fundingThe security review meeting on Sunday was held in the aftermath of November 10 blast near the Red Fort in Delhi in which a terrorist detonated his explosive laden car killing 15 civilians and injuring 10 othersThe Red Fort blast followed the busting of the white collar terror module in Faridabad by the Jammu and Kashmir Police in coordination with the Haryana Police IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-l-g-sinha-directs-security-forces-to-have-360-degree-approach-to-counter-terrorism-650033.html Mon, 24 Nov 2025 01:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-steps-up-effort-to-build-white-collared-modules-by-targeting-indian-students-abroad-649855.html New Delhi Nov 22 Intelligence agencies have warned that attempts are being made to ramp up radicalisation drives across the country While fostering extremism has been an ongoing affair in India the agencies warn that attempts are being made to radicalise a large number of people and set up white collared modules on the lines of the one that was busted in Faridabad The Intelligence agencies are concerned that it is not just the radicalisation of professionals in India that the country must be concerned with Indian students abroad have also now become the targetThe ISIâs agents are targeting Indian students studying abroad with the aim of radicalising them Most of these students would eventually come back to India after they complete their education and those who have been radicalised pose a big threat to the system an official saidAn Intelligence Bureau official said that they are not only looking for cases within India but those taking place abroad as wellThe ISI is particularly targeting students who are studying medicine or engineering This has become the new norm where Pakistan based operatives are picking students from medical and engineering colleges White collared terrorists are more lethal and their profession gives them a cover as a result of which they very often go undetectedFurther they are more adept in handling the web and this helps them communicate and plan discreetlyInputs that the agencies have received suggests that the ISI has set up a team to identify Indian students who have taken up admissions for either engineering or medicine in the US UK Germany and AustraliaFurther officials are also checking the antecedents of nearly 12000 students who were studying medicine in Bangladesh at the time of the 2024 protests that led to the ouster of Sheikh HasinaFollowing Hasinaâs ouster the JamaateIslamiâs student wing Islamic Chatra Shibir ICS had undertaken a major drive to identify radicalise and recruit Indian students studying medicine an official saidThe ISI has also got in touch with several hardline clerics in various countries to target Indian students and indoctrinate them The ISIâs intention is to keep them ready to strike the moment they return to IndiaThe ISI is trying to create modules similar to the one at Faridabad The Indian agencies fear that similar modules are in the making but with students from India who are studying abroad While the Faridabad module was busted it still managed to operate discreetly since 2001 The communication never went out and the planning was done in the most discreet mannerThe members of the Faridabad module only conversed through encrypted chat applications or at the hospital They even discussed their plans while at the university and also at their hostels These are usually considered to be lowrisk zones by the Intelligence agenciesThe members of these modules would have late night discussions about their plans However they never came under the radar as they would term these as academic circles intended for group study It was during these discussions they spoke about logistics and reconnaissanceWith the Faridabad module being busted the ISI realises that the scanner on such activities would be high To avoid such scrutiny and to avoid getting busted the ISI now is targeting Indian students studying abroad It wants these students to form similar modules once they return to their country an official saidAnother official said that among all the countries the maximum scrutiny is on Bangladesh This is because there is an entire ecosystem that the ISI has created with the Jamaat to radicalise Indian students especially at the medical colleges IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-steps-up-effort-to-build-white-collared-modules-by-targeting-indian-students-abroad-649855.html Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-linked-arms-smuggling-racket-busted-in-delhi-four-arrested-with-foreign-weapons-649871.html New Delhi Nov 22 The Delhi Crime Branch has uncovered a major international arms smuggling network linked to Pakistans ISI and arrested four key members of the gang officials said on Saturday According to investigators the group was responsible for supplying highend pistols manufactured in Turkey and China which were brought into India through PakistanThe weapons were reportedly dropped in Punjab via drones before being circulated further officials said in a statementThe police officials said the arrested accused include two individuals from Punjab A total of 10 expensive foreign pistols and 92 live cartridges have been recoveredThese weapons were being supplied to criminals and gangsters operating in Delhi and neighbouring states they addedCrime Branch officials said the network was functioning under the direction of individuals connected to the Pakistani ISI with weapons first routed to Pakistan and then smuggled into IndiaInvestigators are now working to determine the number of weapons the gang supplied and the identities of the buyersAgencies are examining mobile phones bank transactions and social media records to trace additional members of the network and identify any wider linksThe breakthrough comes amid intensified investigations into the Delhi blast attack and the Faridabad terror module which was being run by individuals linked to JaisheMuhammad JeM The police have learnt that it was a JeM operative who had instructed the accused persons on how to make the bombsAnother major revelation that has come to light is that the accused were in the process of preparing 200 bombs which were meant to go off simultaneously in Delhi and other parts of North India The plan was to carry out bomb blasts across North Indian states and for this the ISI had handpicked a JeM operative to train the accused who were part of the Faridabad moduleSecurity agencies heightened search operations after the November 10 car blast near the Red Fort Metro Station which killed at least 13 people and injured several othersSeveral suspects associated with the Faridabad terror module have also been arrested in recent daysPolice said that the investigations are underwayFurther details are awaited IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-linked-arms-smuggling-racket-busted-in-delhi-four-arrested-with-foreign-weapons-649871.html Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ed-probe-politically-motivated-says-former-nilambur-legislator-anvar-649909.html MalappuramKochi Nov 22 Former Nilambur MLA and Trinamool Congress leader PV Anvar on Saturday termed the Enforcement Directorate ED search at his residence and linked premises as politically motivated asserting that the investigation was related to a legitimate loan he had availed from the Kerala Financial Corporation KFC in 2015 I had taken a loan of Rs 95 crore of which around Rs 6 crore has already been repaid There is no money laundering involved I only availed a lawful loan he said claiming he had submitted all relevant explanations and documents to the EDAnvar said he had applied for a onetime settlement and emphasised that the loan was taken before he became an MLAThe allegation that two loans were taken using the same property is misleading Many applicants receive onetime settlement options Why was I alone denied It must be due to political reasons he allegedHe asked whether there were any political leaders who had not faced ED probes hinting at selective targeting across partiesMeanwhile ED officials said searches were conducted at residential business and institutional premises linked to Anvar including Malamkulam Constructions Private Limited Pee Vee Aar Developers and Bis Manjeri LLP in connection with alleged irregularities in securing loansInvestigators suspect diversion of funds benami ownership of assets and use of the same collateral for multiple loans without proper verification by KFC officialsThe loans totaling Rs 12 crore have now reportedly turned into nonperforming assets with outstanding dues including interest pegged at nearly Rs 2230 croreVarious documents digital devices and property records were seized during the operation and further questioning of Anvar is likelyAnvar early this year while being a twotime Leftsupported Independent legislator split up with Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and resigned as legislatorEven though he initially said he will not contest the byelection following breakup of talks with the Congressled UDF he contested and came a distant third with the Congress regaining the Nilambur seat after losing to Anvar in 2016 and 2021 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ed-probe-politically-motivated-says-former-nilambur-legislator-anvar-649909.html Sun, 23 Nov 2025 01:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/kerala-ed-probe-politically-motivated-says-former-nilambur-legislator-anvar-649910.html MalappuramKochi Nov 22 Former Nilambur MLA and Trinamool Congress leader PV Anvar on Saturday termed the Enforcement Directorate ED search at his residence and linked premises as politically motivated asserting that the investigation was related to a legitimate loan he had availed from the Kerala Financial Corporation KFC in 2015 I had taken a loan of Rs 95 crore of which around Rs 6 crore has already been repaid There is no money laundering involved I only availed a lawful loan he said claiming he had submitted all relevant explanations and documents to the EDAnvar said he had applied for a onetime settlement and emphasised that the loan was taken before he became an MLAThe allegation that two loans were taken using the same property is misleading Many applicants receive onetime settlement options Why was I alone denied It must be due to political reasons he allegedHe asked whether there were any political leaders who had not faced ED probes hinting at selective targeting across partiesMeanwhile ED officials said searches were conducted at residential business and institutional premises linked to Anvar including Malamkulam Constructions Private Limited Pee Vee Aar Developers and Bis Manjeri LLP in connection with alleged irregularities in securing loansInvestigators suspect diversion of funds benami ownership of assets and use of the same collateral for multiple loans without proper verification by KFC officialsThe loans totaling Rs 12 crore have now reportedly turned into nonperforming assets with outstanding dues including interest pegged at nearly Rs 2230 croreVarious documents digital devices and property records were seized during the operation and further questioning of Anvar is likelyAnvar early this year while being a twotime Leftsupported Independent legislator split up with Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and resigned as legislatorEven though he initially said he will not contest the byelection following breakup of talks with the Congressled UDF he contested and came a distant third with the Congress regaining the Nilambur seat after losing to Anvar in 2016 and 2021 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/kerala-ed-probe-politically-motivated-says-former-nilambur-legislator-anvar-649910.html Sun, 23 Nov 2025 01:33:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indias-zero-tolerance-approach-now-targets-acts-of-terrorism-networks-that-enable-it-report-649927.html Washington Nov 22 India for nearly a decade had been gradually shedding the rhetoric of strategic restraint with its cycle of responses to major Pakistanbased terrorist attacks including Uri in 2016 Balakot in 2019 and Pahalgam in 2025 revealing an unavoidable reality renowned international analysts reckoned on Saturday John Spencer the Executive Director at the USbased Urban Warfare Institute and Lauren Dagan Amoss an international academic expert on Indiaâs foreign and security policy argued that limited and predictable retaliation against crossborder terrorism has not deterred attacks rather it has enabled themAccording to the experts restraint once assumed to be stabilising had become strategically risky its predictability enabled militant groups to plan the next attack while shattering the belief that terrorism could be contained below the threshold of interstate conflictâAfter observing the planning execution and aftermath of Operation Sindoor the conclusion is clear India has crossed a doctrinal threshold It is no longer a state that responds to terrorism with calibrated warnings or waits for international partners to validate its choices It is building a new operating logic rooted in coercive clarity and a willingness to act first when its citizens are threatened Operation Sindoor did not create this shift It revealed itâ Spencer and Amoss wrote in an article titled The End of Old Assumptions What Indiaâs New Security Paradigm Actually Looks Like which Spencer shared on XâStrategic restraint was designed to prevent escalation with Pakistan In practice it did the opposite Terror groups backed by Pakistanâs security agencies exploited the firebreak between terrorism and state aggression assuming India would avoid decisive retaliation or crossborder action Limited responses produced predictable patterns Predictability invited more violenceâ the article addedAccording to the experts Indiaâs counterterrorism doctrine has evolved treating proxy groups as instruments of state policy They noted that Indiaâs zerotolerance policy now targets not only acts of terrorism but also the networks that enable it with the wider ecosystem surrounding terrorist groups considered as a legitimate set of targetsâA final dimension is often overlooked China is the silent second audience for Indiaâs choices Signals meant for Pakistan carry an implied message for Beijing Indiaâs interception of Chineseorigin PL15 airtoair missiles and its successful defeat of Pakistanâs Chinesesupplied air defence systems during Operation Sindoor provided valuable intelligence on Chinese weapons design and vulnerabilities Indiaâs new deterrence logic is built for a twofront environment in which actions in one direction have consequences in the otherâ the experts statedâWhat emerges is the picture of a state transforming under fire India is not becoming reckless It is becoming coherent It is aligning doctrine public expectations defence industrial capacity and geopolitical messaging around a single principle Security must be achieved by India not granted through outside mediation or constrained by outdated assumptionsâ they further mentioned IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indias-zero-tolerance-approach-now-targets-acts-of-terrorism-networks-that-enable-it-report-649927.html Sun, 23 Nov 2025 02:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/drug-peddlers-property-valued-at-rs-60-lakh-seized-by-police-in-jampks-poonch-649937.html Jammu Nov 22 The police in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district said on Saturday that it has seized the property of a drug peddler worth Ra 60 lakh in Poonch district A police statement said on Saturday In a decisive action against the narcoterror ecosystem Police Station Surankote has seized a residential house belonging to a notorious drug peddler Sajjad Hussain Shah son of Sarfraz Hussain Shah resident of Potha Tehsil SurankoteâThe property valued at approximately Rs 60 lakh has been seizedfreezed under the provisions of the Smugglers and Foreign Exchange Manipulators Forfeiture of Property Act â SAFEMA The said individual is a habitual offender and has been involved in multiple NDPS cases in the district âHe is presently lodged in District Jail Udhampur under PITNDPS proceedingsThe statement mentioned that the attachment of his illegally acquired property is a part of the sustained crackdown on drug peddlers operating in the regionâDistrict Police Poonch has been tirelessly acting against narcotics networks and has in recent months attached properties worth several crores of rupees belonging to drug peddlers and their associates Additionally multiple bank accounts with suspicious and disproportionate transactions have been frozen as part of financial investigations aimed at dismantling the support system of the drug trade it saidThe police statement also noted that âPoonch Police reaffirms its commitment to ensuring a drugfree society and urges the public to continue sharing information related to drug trafficking and related criminal activitiesJammu and Kashmir Police and the security forces have been carrying out aggressive operations against terrorists their over ground workers OGWs sympathisers drug smugglers and those involved in Hawala money rackets and other unlawful activitiesIt is believed that the funds generated by these unlawful activities are finally used to fund terrorism in Jammu and KashmirThe revised strategy is part of the coordinated efforts to dismantle the complete ecosystem of terror rather than focusing only on the elimination of gun wielding terrorists IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/drug-peddlers-property-valued-at-rs-60-lakh-seized-by-police-in-jampks-poonch-649937.html Sun, 23 Nov 2025 02:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/red-fort-blast-l-g-tells-delhi-police-commissioner-chief-secy-to-take-steps-to-boost-security-649716.html New Delhi Nov 21 In light of the recent terror attack near Red Fort Delhi Lieutenant Governor LG VK Saxena has directed Police Commissioner Satish Golcha and Chief Secretary Rajeev Verma to take proactive and precautionary measures aimed at ensuring safety and security in the Capital an official said on Friday In a letter addressed to the top officials LG Saxena sought action taken within three weeks on suggestions like better licensing and regulation of storage of Ammonium Nitrate â a chemical used by the terrorist in the attack use of drones and salepurchase of used vehiclesâThe horrific Delhi terror incident of November 10 has brought certain security dimensions into sharp focus These have a direct bearing on public order and need to be addressed on priorityâ said the letter written by the Principal Secretary to the LGApart from emphasising the regulation of the used car market and the use of drones the LG also suggested stricter background checks of doctors and health professionals hired by hospitals and nursing homesIn a direction to the transport department the LG said âClear directions should be given that under no circumstance will vehicles be allowed to ply where the actual owner is different from the registered ownerâThis problem is reportedly most acute in cases of auto rickshaws where the permit holder is different from the actual owner he saidOn the need to check antecedents of medical staff the letter issued by Raj Niwas said âIt has been flagged by security agencies that private health institutions in Delhi and NCR regions are engaging medical professionals without due diligence and background checksâThe letter issued by the Principal Secretary to the LG also directed the Health Department to create a central data repository containing records of doctors and paramedical staff engaged along with details of their medical degreesIn cases where medical professionals have secured degrees from foreign countries information should also be shared with the police department for secondary background checks said the LGThe Raj Niwas also advised the Delhi Police to improve digital surveillance and hold a consultation exercise with heads of social media platforms including Meta X etc for a scientific tracking of radicalised content aimed at brainwashing citizensIn a message on X the Raj Niwas said âLt Governor LtGovDelhi Shri VK Saxena has directed Police Commissioner Delhi amp Chief Secretary GNCTD to implement proactive and concrete preventive and precautionary measures aimed at ensuring safety and security in the Capitalâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/red-fort-blast-l-g-tells-delhi-police-commissioner-chief-secy-to-take-steps-to-boost-security-649716.html Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-tanzanian-navy-officials-discuss-maritime-security-649535.html Dar es Salaam Nov 20 Maritime security topped the agenda at an engagement between Indian and Tanzanian naval officials in a step towards advancing ongoing cooperation an official said on Thursday Maiden Edition of Indian NavyTanzania Peoples Defence Force Navy Staff Talks were successfully concluded on 18 Nov 25 at Dar es Salaam CoChaired by RAdm Srinivas Maddula ACNS FCI amp Cmde FJ Mwasikolile Naval Operations amp Training Officer TPDF Navy said the Indian Navy Spokesperson on XTalks were dedicated to mapping the future course of bilateral maritime engagements advancing ongoing cooperation and promoting a coordinated approach to maritime security he saidIn an earlier statement the Indian Navy said that INS Sahyadri participated in the sea phase of Exercise Malabar in the US Guam that included AntiSubmarine Warfare Visit Board Search and Seizure VBSS gunnery firing underway replenishment and crossdeck helicopter operationsINS Sahyadri participated in the sea phase of Exercise Malabar 2025 from 13 to 17 November The fourday hightempo sea phase included AntiSubmarine Warfare Visit Board Search and Seizure VBSS gunnery firing underway replenishment and crossdeck helicopter operations In addition Sea Riders were exchanged between the participating ships to share best practices and to enhance mutual understanding said the statement on XINS Sahyadri had made a port call at Guam on November 7 as part of its ongoing longrange operational deployment to the IndoPacific The ongoing exercise includes naval drills between the Navies of India Japan Australia and the USIndigenously designed and constructed INS Sahyadri is a Guided Missile Stealth Frigate and a shining example of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision It has participated in several bilateral and multilateral exercises as well as operational deploymentsDuring the harbour phase of Exercise Malabar the crew of INS Sahyadri engaged in joint interactions between the operations teams of participating navies including crossdeck visits and sharing of best practicesFriendly sports fixtures brought together personnel from INS Sahyadri US Japan and Australia fostering camaraderie strengthening mutual trust and promoting teamwork in true maritime spirit the Indian Navy highlighted last weekThe Ministry of Defence noted that the participation of INS Sahyadri in Exercise Malabar2025 reaffirms Indias enduring partnership and its commitment to strengthening coordination enhancing interoperability and demonstrating a collective resolve to safeguard regional security IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-tanzanian-navy-officials-discuss-maritime-security-649535.html Fri, 21 Nov 2025 01:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/andhra-pradesh-will-be-maoist-free-by-march-2026-says-dgp-649538.html Visakhapatnam Nov 20 Andhra Pradesh Director General of Police DGP Harish Kumar Gupta on Thursday exuded confidence that Andhra Pradesh will be free from Maoists by the end of next March Stating that the police achieved huge success with the two encounters in Maredumilli forests in Alluri Sitharamaraju district he said the police were taking all measures to achieve the target of making Andhra Pradesh free from leftwing extremism by March 2026 as part of the goal set by the Union Home MinistryAddressing a press conference at Rampachodavaram in Alluri Sitharamaraju district on Thursday he said all the security forces were working to achieve the targetThe DGP arrived here to review the ongoing âOperation Sambhavâ launched to eliminate the Maoists who entered the Maredumilli agency in the Andhra Odisha border area from neighbouring ChhattisgarhHe termed the two encounters in Maredumilli as a major success Thirteen Maoists including top Maoist commander Madvi Hidma and explosives expert Metturi Joga Rao alias Tech Shankar were killed in these encountersThe DGP said the police also arrested 50 Maoists from five districts on November 18 All these Maoists had come to Andhra Pradesh from Chhattisgarh as part of their attempts to establish a shelterHe reiterated the call to all the Maoists to surrender and join the national mainstream He warned that those refusing to surrender will be either caught or neutralisedâThere is no place for violence in Andhra Pradeshâ said the DGPThe DGP clarified that CPI Maoist general secretary Thippiri Tirupathi alias Devuji is not in the police custodyNine members of the protection team of Devuji were among 50 Maoists arrested in five districts on November 18 hours after an encounter in the forests of Alluri Sitharamaraju district in which top Maoist commander Madvi Hidma his wife Raje and four others were killedA day after Hidmaâs killing seven Maoists including explosives expert Metturi Joga Rao alias Tech Shankar and six others were killed in the same areaAdditional DirectorGeneral of Police Intelligence Mahesh Chandra Laddha who briefed the DGP about the Operation Sambhav by displaying the seized weapons from the encounter sitesLaddha had said on Wednesday that under pressure due to the operations by security forces Maoists from Chhattisgarh are entering Andhra Pradesh to turn it into a shelter zone and that they plan to revive Maoist activity IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/andhra-pradesh-will-be-maoist-free-by-march-2026-says-dgp-649538.html Fri, 21 Nov 2025 01:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bengal-bdo-accused-for-murder-of-gold-trader-seeks-bail-649567.html Kolkata Nov 20 Rajganj Block Development Officer BDO Prashant Barman has approached the Barasat District Court seeking anticipatory bail in the kidnapping and murder case of a gold trader in Kolkatas New Town Sources said on Thursday that he has already applied for an anticipatory bail through his lawyerBarman a BDO from Rajganj in West Bengals Jalpaiguri district has been implicated in the murder of gold trader Swapan KamilyaThe government official has been also named in the FIR filed by the police based on the complaint by victims familyAlthough the BDO has repeatedly denied his involvement in the murderHe even claimed that he is being framed through a conspiracyAccording to sources Rajganj BDO Prashant Barman earlier this week approached the Barasat District Court seeking anticipatory bail in the gold trader murder caseHe approached the court through his lawyerAccording to court sources the application will be heard on November 26On October 28 gold trader Swapan Kamilya was taken away from a gold shop in Duttabad area in Kolkata in a car with blue beacon in connection with the theft of gold jewelleryLater while filing a missing persons diary at Bidhannagar South Police Station the family members came to know that a persons body was in Jatragachi area of New TownThey identified the body after seeing Swapans pictureFollowing the identification of Swapans body a case was registered against the assailants under kidnapping and murder sectionsThe family of the deceased gold trader alleged that Rajganj BDO Prashant Barman is involved in the murder and the entire incident was masterminded by himThe deceased victims family alleged that the BDO kidnapped and killed the gold traderDuring the investigation of this incident the Bidhannagar Police arrested BDOs driver Raju Dhali BDOs close friend Tufan Thapa Cooch Behar Trinamool leader Sajal Sarkar and his brother Vivekananda SarkarSajal is the President of Trinamools Cooch Behar Block IIIt has been alleged that after the murder an attempt was made to dispose the body of the gold trader in a car with a government blue lightAs a result questions began to arise about the role of the BDO in the murder from the very beginningThe police have already seized the government vehicle in which the body of the gold trader was allegedly removedHowever the family of the deceased has raised questions about why the BDO is not being arrested despite lodging complaint against him IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bengal-bdo-accused-for-murder-of-gold-trader-seeks-bail-649567.html Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jem-link-confirmed-as-probe-uncovers-plot-for-200-coordinated-blasts-in-north-india-649593.html New Delhi Nov 21 The police have managed to establish a JaisheMohammad JeM link to the November 10 blast near the iconic Red Fort in Delhi The police have learnt that it was a JeM operative who had instructed the accused persons on how to make the bombs Another major revelation that has come to light is that the accused were in the process of preparing 200 bombs which were meant to go off simultaneously in Delhi and other parts of North India The plan was to carry out bomb blasts across North Indian states and for this the ISI had handpicked a JeM operative to train the accused who were part of the Faridabad moduleThe trainer who goes by the name Hanzulla was in touch with key accused Maulvi Iran Ahmed He is the one who put Hanzulla in touch with the members of the Faridabad module investigations have foundAn official said that Hanzulla is a big name in the JaisheMohammad In fact the JeM posters that came up in Jammu and Kashmir had the name of Commander Hanzulla Bhai written on them It is these posters that prompted the investigations which eventually led to the busting of the Faridabad module and seizures of 2900 kilograms of ammonium nitrate Another official said that the module was in the process of making 200 bombs The bombs that were being prepared were extremely lethal Hanzulla had in fact instructed the accused persons to mix Triacetone triperoxide TATP with ammonium nitrate This makes the explosive extremely potent officials say Such an explosive needs very little expertise to make and can be triggered easily Owing to its potent nature it can be placed in a vehicle and left in a crowded place The explosive would go off automatically due to heat This is in fact a preferred explosive of the Islamic State Khorasan Province ISKP since it can be used easily by lone actors While it is clear that the JaisheMohammad operative Hanzulla instructed the accused on how to make the bombs it is however unclear where exactly he was operating from He was in close contact with Ahmed who in turn put him in touch with Shakeel It was Hanzulla who instructed him on what material to procure Shakeel is the one who eventually transported the explosives He also handed over the white i20 Hyundai car to the accused which was finally used to carry out the explosion near the Red Fort Investigators say that the plan did not go as planned What the probe has learnt so far is that the Faridabad module members had planned on carrying out the explosions simultaneously the officer explained This explains the quantity of ammonium nitrate that had been procured by the accused persons The plan was to carry out a series of 200 blasts in Delhi Gurugram and Faridabad Had this plan gone through then the consequences would have been unthinkable another officer added The investigators are now on the trail of Hanzulla So far the probe has found that the module in Faridabad was being handled by Ahmed from Kashmir and another handler from Afghanistan The plan was kept under wraps for a long time as the accused persons used secure messaging applications and spoke in code language The transcripts show that the accused persons had various code names and one of them was âbiriyaniâ which meant explosives Further the accused persons managed to stay away from the radar due to their profession Most of them were doctors and hence they did not come under the radar easily Dr Shaheen who was the key recruiter of the module made several visits to Jammu and Kashmir and yet remained undetected due to her profession During these trips she met with Ahmed several times He would then instruct her about the recruitment process and the need to find more professionals so that they can create a fullfledged white collar module IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jem-link-confirmed-as-probe-uncovers-plot-for-200-coordinated-blasts-in-north-india-649593.html Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/faridabad-bomb-plot-and-south-india-ricin-conspiracy-expose-isis-two-front-destabilisation-plan-649653.html New Delhi Nov 21 The busting of the Faridabad module and the ricin terror plot show how deep Pakistan has managed to infiltrate into the country The Faridabad module that executed the Delhi Red Fort blast had managed to stock up close to 3000 kilograms of ammonium thus indicating the scale at which the attacks were plannedDown south another deadly terror plot was in the making The Gujarat Anti Terrorism Squad ATS arrested Hyderabad resident Ahmed Mohiyuddin Saiyed 35 on charges of plotting a ricin terror strikeWhile the Faridabad module is linked to the JaisheMohammad the ricin plot is part of a plan plotted by the Islamic State Khorasan Province ISKPBoth these terror groups act on the instructions of the ISI Intelligence Bureau officials said that if one analyses both the cases it is clear that the ISI wanted to wreak havoc not just in North India but down South as wellOfficials said that Pakistans game plan is to exploit the fault linesIn North India it seeks to play the Muslim atrocity card and in South India the language cardThe ISKP had planned to carry out a ricin terror attack with the intention of separating South from NorthSeveral parties in South India have tried to exploit the language card and have very often without proof claimed that the BJP is trying to impose Hindi in the southern statesThe ISI has picked up on this issue and is trying to convey the message through groups such as the ISKP that South India has to be separated from North India Just like the Faridabad module the ISKP operative Saiyed was being handled by a person based out of Afghanistan This is once again a ploy of the ISI to avoid scrutiny and hence it ensured handlers from Afghanistan carried out all operationsAccording to the FIR Saiyed was being handled by one Abu Khadija from Afghanistan He had repeatedly told Saiyed that South India has to be separated from North IndiaOfficials say that both plans were big in nature Had they gone as per plan the consequences would have been unimaginableIn the Faridabad case the plan was to carry out blasts across North IndiaCounterterrorism officials said that the more challenging plan to deal with would have been the ricin plan that was being hatched with South India in mindThe probe by the Gujarat ATS found that Khadija had instructed Saiyed and his accomplices to kill as many people as possibleSaiyed went on to purchase 10 kilograms of castor seeds He used a coldpress machine to extract the oil He told the investigators and then mixed it with acetone He stored the ricin poison in a drum after thatSaiyed and his handler have been planning this operation for several months now From speaking about the socalled oppression of Muslims in India they also discussed the language row This could be one of the reasons why Sayyeds plan included the separation of South India from the rest of IndiaInvestigators are probing whether Saiyed had planned on poisoning the water bodies especially those used for drinking water It is highly potent and if consumed a person could either have prolonged illness or die from multiple organ failureExperts said that death from lethal doses could take place within 36 to 72 hours What makes this weapon even more lethal is that there is no specific antidote and a person affected would need to be managed with supportive medical careHowever the chance of survival is extremely bleak This has been part of the ISKPs plan for a long time and the Intelligence agencies have repeatedly warned that such groups would look to launch bioterror in IndiaInvestigators are also digging deeper into the Pakistan link Such major plots such as the ricin terror module and the Faridabad module could not have been planned on such a major scale if they lacked institutional support from PakistanIt is clear that Pakistan deployed two different terror modules for North and South India and wanted attacks on such a huge scale that the entire nation would be terrified an official said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/faridabad-bomb-plot-and-south-india-ricin-conspiracy-expose-isis-two-front-destabilisation-plan-649653.html Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-to-host-colombo-security-conclave-nsa-meeting-today-649391.html New Delhi Nov 20 India is set to host the 7th Meeting of the National Security Advisors NSAs of the Colombo Security Conclave CSC in New Delhi on Thursday NSA Ajit Doval will host his counterparts from member states including the Maldives Mauritius Sri Lanka and Bangladesh The Seychelles will participate as an Observer State while Malaysia has been invited as a GuestThe CSC was formed to promote closer cooperation between Member States on vital matters of security and to strengthen partnership for enhancing regional security in the Indian Ocean region read a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs MEAIn keeping with this vision and objective the ministry said that the 7th Meeting of the NSAs will be an opportunity for the participants to review the activities under the different pillars of cooperation including Maritime Safety and Security Countering Terrorism and Radicalization Combating Transnational Organized Crime Cyber Security and Protection of Critical Infrastructure and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief and discuss the Roadmap and Action Plan for 2026Earlier on Wednesday Bangladeshs National Security Advisor NSA Khalilur Rahman called on his Indian counterpart Ajit Doval as the two held an extensive meeting in New Delhi according to media reports in DhakaThe meeting comes amid Dhakas renewed call for the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina following the death sentence verdict issued against her by Bangladeshs International Crimes Tribunal ICT earlier this weekTaking to X the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi said Bangladesh delegation to the Seventh NSAlevel Meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave CSC led by the National Security Advisor Dr Khalilur Rahman met with the National Security Advisor of India Mr Ajit Doval and his team today in Delhi They discussed the work of CSC and key bilateral issues Rahman invited Doval to visit Bangladesh at his convenienceThe 6th Meeting of the NSAs of CSC was held in December 2023 in Mauritius and member states met again during the Signing Ceremony for the Founding Documents of CSC in Sri Lanka in August 2024The Deputy National Security Advisers DNSAs of CSC countries have also been meeting at regular intervals The last meeting of DNSAs was held in virtual format in July 2024According to the MEA over the past years India hosted a number of events including the First CSC Oceanographers and Hydrographers Conference where member and observer states shared knowledge and best practices relating to oceanography and hydrography and discussed collaborative ways to address the regional challenges related to the OceansAdditionally the maiden Coastal Security Conference which focused on the greater role and responsibilities of the Coast Guards of Member and Observer States in ensuring security of coastlines and beyond and the third edition of the Maritime Law Workshop were also held in IndiaSeveral training programmes were also hosted by India on the investigation of terrorism cases countering trafficking organised crime and drug law enforcement IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/india-to-host-colombo-security-conclave-nsa-meeting-today-649391.html Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-germany-bolster-defence-ties-focus-on-co-production-and-regional-security-649252.html New Delhi Nov 18 Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Tuesday cochaired the IndiaGermany High Defence Committee meeting with the State Secretary German Ministry of Defence Plotner in New Delhi They discussed a range of bilateral security and defence issues including priority areas for codevelopment amp coproduction of defence equipmentâThe cochairs reaffirmed commitment to enhance militarytomilitary cooperation with a focus on developing defence ties as a key pillar of the Strategic Partnership between India and Germanyâ the Ministry of Defence MoD said in its press releaseâThey also exchanged views on the regional security situation and discussed intensifying bilateral exchanges including the institution of military exercises Germany will be participating in TARANG SHAKTI multinational air combat exercise and MILAN multinational naval exercise which is planned in 2026â it addedNotably India is the âFirst Responderâ and âNet Security Providerâ for countries in the Indian Ocean Region IORAccording to the MoD the Defence Secretary informed the visiting German delegation that Indiaâs approach to the region is guided by its vision of MAHASAGAR Mutual and Holistic Advancement of Security and Growth Across RegionsâIndia has been working closely with countries in the IOR on a range of areas from development partnership defence and maritime security capacity building and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief The German side acknowledged Indiaâs role in the Indian Ocean Regionâ the MoD saidThe two sides emphasised the need for a closer defence partnership and connecting the industries of both nations especially in the field of niche technologyIndia and Germany have a longstanding relationship which is underpinned by common values and shared goalsBoth countries are celebrating 25 years of âStrategic Partnership this yearThe importance of strengthening the defence and security aspects of the relationship has increased manifold which reflects the mutual trust that has been nurtured across decades IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/india-germany-bolster-defence-ties-focus-on-co-production-and-regional-security-649252.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 01:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/murder-convict-serving-life-term-in-tihar-jail-arrested-from-kolkata-after-misusing-parole-649263.html Kolkata Nov 18 A team of the Kolkata Police and Delhi Police on Tuesday arrested a murder accused from Kolkata who fled from the Tihar Jail officials said According to the police the notorious gangster from Uttar Pradesh was out on parole but did not return to Tihar jail and has been in hiding in the Topsia area of the cityHe was arrested from the Ripon Street in Kolkata in a joint operation by officers of the Kolkata Police and the Delhi PoliceThe man has been identified as Mohammad Shorab who is serving a life sentencePolice said that he is convicted of multiple murdersA senior officer of Kolkata Police said Today a team of Delhi Police requested for police assistance for conducting raid with Delhi Police Special Cell During prolonged search and technical assistance one Sohrab 38 was arrested from a house in Ripon Street He hails from Lucknow in Uttar PradeshThe notorious criminal had also committed crimes in Delhi as wellHe was currently lodged in the Tihar jailHe was released on parole in June this yearThe accused persons parole ended in July and since then he has been hidingHe is also involved in around 20 criminal cases which includes six to seven murder cases few attempt to murder cases and also robbery cases in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi the senior police officer saidAccording to police sources three brothers Salim Rustam and Shorab used to run a gangSeveral charges including murder and robbery were filed against themIn 2005 Shorab committed three murders in an hour on the occasion of EidHowever he was later arrested in connection with that murderLater in 2011 Shorab and one of his brothers were arrested in connection with the robbery of a gold shop and murder in Delhis Karol BaghA Delhi court sentenced both of them to life imprisonmentSince then Shorab has been imprisoned in the Tihar JailAfter a long imprisonment Shorab was released on parole on June 26 this year citing his wifes illnessHe was supposed to return to jail on July 4 However he did not returnHe fled to a relatives house in Topsia in KolkataHe was staying there in disguiseHe was also working as an app cab driver by hiding his identityMeanwhile the Delhi and Uttar Pradesh Police formed a special investigation team as the notorious gangster did not return to jail IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/murder-convict-serving-life-term-in-tihar-jail-arrested-from-kolkata-after-misusing-parole-649263.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 01:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/after-red-fort-blast-centre-flags-rising-propaganda-threat-cautions-media-against-amplifying-terror-narratives-649271.html New Delhi Nov 18 The Union government on Tuesday has issued an advisory to all private satellite television channels to exercise restraint while telecasting news relating to the Delhi Red Fort attack The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in its advisory has said that it has come to its notice that some news channels have been broadcasting content related to alleged persons involved in Red Fort blasts justifying their acts of violence as well as information videos of how to make explosive materialSuch broadcasts may inadvertently encourage or incite violence disrupt public order and pose risks to national security the advisory also notedAll television channels are advised to exercise the highest level of discretion and sensitivity while reporting on such matters it saidBroadcasters must ensure strict compliance with the Programme and Advertising Code under the Cable Television Networks Regulation Act 1995 Such broadcasts may violate the Cable Television Network Rules specifically Rules 61d 61e and 6lh it notedIn the aftermath of the Delhi Red Fort blast carried out by the JaisheMohammad module in Faridabad the Intelligence agencies have been tracking propaganda material onlineDuring the various security review meetings top officials have suggested that it is important to monitor the news flow as well as the propaganda material that is being put out onlineSeveral Pakistanbased social media accounts are spreading fake news online with an intention of radicalising the Indian youthThey tend to use clips from television channels selectively to put out a fake narrativeThe Inter Services Intelligence ISI has been looking to carry out a massive recruitment drive across the country and also set up modules that are similarly on the ones that was present in FaridabadInvestigations into the Delhi blasts are ongoing and it had been ascertained that it was the JaisheMohammads Faridabad module that executed the attack that claimed more than 13 human lives IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/after-red-fort-blast-centre-flags-rising-propaganda-threat-cautions-media-against-amplifying-terror-narratives-649271.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 02:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/6-7-maoists-killed-in-another-encounter-in-andhra-pradesh-649310.html Visakhapatnam Nov 19 Six to seven Maoists including top leaders were killed in a fresh exchange of fire between Maoists and police in Andhra Pradeshs Alluri Sitharamaraju district on Wednesday The encounter took place in the Meredumilli forest area where top Maoist commander Madvi Hidma his wife and four other Maoists were killed on Tuesday police sources saidAll the slain Maoists are believed to be from ChhattisgarhNineteen Maoists had escaped during Tuesdays encounter and the security forces were continuing the combing operation in the area and the exchange of fire on Wednesday morning is said to be a continuation of the sameSome top Maoist leaders are believed to have been killed in the latest exchange of fireAdditional Director General of Police Intelligence Mahesh Chandra Laddha confirmed the exchange of fire during a press conference in Vijayawada He said the exchange of fire was continuing The details are awaited he saidFollowing intelligence that Maoists from Chhattisgarh and Telangana were trying to enter Andhra Pradesh the intelligence network was keeping a continuous watch on their movementsBased on specific information an operation was launched on Monday An exchange of fire took place in the ASR district on the morning of November 18 in which CPI Maoist Central Committee member Hidma and five other Maoists were neutralised he saidThe intelligence chief said in continuation of that 50 Maoists were arrested in NTR Krishna Eluru Kakinada and Konaseema districts on Tuesday Those arrested include three special zonal committee members 23 platoon members five divisional committee members and 19 area committee membersMahesh Chandra Laddha said that while making the arrests the police ensured that no harm was caused to the general publicProbably for the first time in history that we could arrest such a large number of Maoists including important cadres he saidHe revealed that a large cache of arms and explosives was recovered from the arrested Maoists He termed the security operation a major success by the Andhra Pradesh policeThe ADG along with SPs IGs and commissioners of the five districts addressed a press conference at the Command Control Centre in Vijayawada to reveal the details of the arrests IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/6-7-maoists-killed-in-another-encounter-in-andhra-pradesh-649310.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:54:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/delhi-blast-attacker-dr-umar-assembled-bomb-in-red-fort-parking-sources-649326.html New Delhi Nov 19 In a major revelation Delhi blast accused Dr Umar Muhammad assembled the explosives in a public parking space near the Red Fort sources revealed on Wednesday The Hyundai i20 involved in the explosion was being driven by Dr Umar Muhammad a resident of Koil village in Pulwama Jammu and Kashmir The explosion occurred on November 10 near Gate No 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station The Haryanaregistered Hyundai i20 suddenly exploded sending shockwaves through the highsecurity areaThe investigation was focused on key questions surrounding the three crucial hours Umar spent in the Red Fort parking lot During those three hours was Umar talking on the phone Did he meet anyone in Delhi or Faridabad Was the area around the Red Fort part of a reconnaissance plan Was he waiting for the peak hour when the crowd would be at its maximum such questions are still being investigatedRecords show that the car entered the Red Fort parking lot at 319 pm and exited at 622 pm During this Umar did not get out of the car even once The bomber was in contact with his handlers as he entered the blast area as the investigative sources revealed that the net activity was heightened in the area throughout the dayHowever Umar and his associates had not considered that it was a Monday and the Red Fort was closed to the public The parking lot was mostly deserted Consequently the plan to detonate a blast in the parking area was abandoned sources saidUmar and his team then opted to set off the explosion on the bustling Netaji Subhash Marg which borders the Red Fort on one side and Chandni Chowk on the otherInvestigators report that Umar spent those three hours in the parking area putting together the explosives Once it was finished he left the parking lot and hit the streetShortly thereafter he activated the explosion that resulted in 13 fatalities and injured 20 more peopleHowever the question remains why did he take the risk of remaining in one of the most heavily guarded zones in Delhi for three hours Was he waiting for a sleeper cell contact or logistical backupDelhi Police and central security agencies are now piecing together the chain of events that led to the deadly explosionThe police suspect that the arrest of these individuals may have triggered panic within the module possibly leading Umar to carry out the explosion prematurelyThe officials are now probing the other members of the terror module and the Telegram group the suspects used for communication and whether other active sleeper cells are still functionalWith the ongoing investigation linking the blast to an expanding terror network with roots in Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana security agencies are leaving no stone unturned to trace the source of the explosives and uncover the full scope of the conspiracy behind the blast IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/delhi-blast-attacker-dr-umar-assembled-bomb-in-red-fort-parking-sources-649326.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/probe-points-to-emerging-transnational-terror-network-as-isi-pushes-wider-ops-beyond-jampk-649345.html New Delhi Nov 19 Security agencies probing the Delhi Red Fort blast are looking into the multiple foreign links that played a key role in aiding the JaisheMohammed While it has been established that the man who handled the attack was a Pakistani based out of Afghanistan the possible role of Hamas too is not being ruled out Hamas leaders have been hobnobbing with terrorists of the JaisheMohammed and LashkareTaiba since 2023 Many Hamas leaders have been visiting Pakistan since October 7 2023 the day the terror outfit launched a surprise attack on Israel that killed more than 1200 peopleVisits by the Hamas leaders have increased in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor This was aimed at providing support to the terror groups that faced immense losses during the operation carried out by the Indian armed forces to avenge the Pahalgam attackIntelligence Bureau officials say that the setting up of the Faridabad module and also the Delhi blasts were the handiwork of the JaisheMohammed While this terror group has been carrying out attacks in India for a very long time a dangerous trend is now emerging The ISI is involving foreign terror groups for Indiabased operations the official saidThe Delhi strike may have been carried out by the JaisheMohammed but this terror group had the tactical support of both the Islamic State and Hamas officials pointed out Before the Delhi attack the Faridabad module members were planning on modifying drones to weaponise them The idea was to use them as rockets to carry out attacks in many parts of the country This the investigators suspect was a suggestion offered by the leaders of Hamas during their various visits to PakistanHamas is known to operate in this fashion and hence could have passed on ideas to the JaisheMohammed regarding this Officials say had this plan gone through the damage and casualties would have been hugeThe role of the Islamic State Khorasan Province ISKP is also under the scanner The forensics report states that the explosives used comprised Triacetone triperoxide TATP mixed with ammonium nitrate This is a preferred explosive for the Islamic State and it has used it on multiple occasions The handler in Afghanistan may have sought the advice of the ISKP to help prepare this mix officials sayInvolving the ISKP and Hamas for operations in India suggests a dangerous ploy by the ISI The agency is looking to create a global coalition of terrorists against India Forming such a coalition against India poses a huge headache for the security agencies This would mean that terror groups would not operate conventionally The kind of explosives that would be used will be different and the operational style distinct The Indian agencies would need to keep adapting to the evolving situation and this would make handling the issue tricky security officials point outThe new situation also makes it challenging for the Intelligence agency The conventional methods are being challenged by the ISI which is adding new tricks up its sleeve An Intelligence Bureau official explained that the situation is constantly evolving and hence the strategy would need to keep changing The Delhi blast tells us that the ISI will temporarily move away from Jammu and Kashmir and focus on other parts of the country Pakistan is looking to challenge the agencies by widening the area of operation officials say while also adding that in the days to come the job of the security agencies is only going to get more challenging IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/probe-points-to-emerging-transnational-terror-network-as-isi-pushes-wider-ops-beyond-jampk-649345.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/intensified-security-checks-trigger-major-delays-at-chennai-airport-649347.html Chennai Nov 19 International flight operations at Chennai Airport were disrupted on Wednesday morning with several departures delayed by 30 minutes to an hour due to intensified multilayer security checks Long queues formed at security points as passenger screening slowed down significantly following repeated bomb threat hoaxes and heightened national security measuresAirport authorities said the enhanced procedures were implemented after a series of anonymous threat calls and in the wake of the recent car bomb explosion near Delhis Red Fort which prompted a nationwide security alertChennai Airport has been operating a stringent fivetier security system since the incident and continued hoax calls have forced officials to tighten outbound passenger checks furtherThe steppedup protocol now requires passengers to remove shoes belts jackets and winter clothing for detailed scanningWhile standard practice at several international airports the sudden intensification at Chennai has led to slower movementMany passengers unfamiliar with the extended process took longer to comply further clogging the queuesAdditional screening at boarding gates also added to the overall processing time The delays affected several early morning international departuresAmong the flights held up were Lufthansa to Frankfurt Emirates to Dubai AirAsia to Kuala Lumpur Singapore Airlines to Singapore IndiGo to Doha Thai Airways to Bangkok Air Arabia to Sharjah and Abu Dhabi Etihad to Abu Dhabi and Oman Air to MuscatHigherthanusual passenger traffic during the morning peak contributed to congestion at the security checkpointsTravellers expressed frustration over the long waiting time urging authorities to deploy more Central Industrial Security Force CISF personnel trained to handle highpressure situations and rushhour crowdsSeveral passengers also highlighted communication barriers noting that many CISF staff primarily spoke Hindi leading to confusion among Tamilspeaking and Englishspeaking passengersThey requested that more Tamil or Englishspeaking personnel be assigned to key checkpoints to ensure faster instructions and smoother processingPassengers said that while they understood the need for strict security in the current climate better staffing and clearer communication would significantly ease the pressureAirport officials said that security measures would continue at the current level until threat perception eases and requested passengers to arrive early to avoid delays IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/intensified-security-checks-trigger-major-delays-at-chennai-airport-649347.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/invisible-modules-visible-threat-red-fort-blast-probe-forces-shift-towards-conventional-online-anti-radicalisation-measures-649352.html New Delhi Nov 19 In the aftermath of the Red Fort blast highlevel security meetings have been held to discuss changes in strategy During one of the meetings the issue pertaining to electronic Intelligence was raised and how it needs to improve to flag local terror activity This was one of the major concerns that was raised by the officials as the investigations into the Red Fort blast revealed that the Faridabad module members managed to remain off the radar for nearly three yearsThe module was set up and the plan for a series of attacks in and around Delhi was hatched three years back Since that time the members of the Faridabad module led mostly by doctors had managed to conceal every activity and managed not to come under the scanner of the agenciesThe use of electronic Intelligence can track crossborder activity However local modules do not have any electronic imprint and hence the Intelligence agencies find it very hard to track such activity This is the reason why the Faridabad module managed to operate without being trackedWhen it comes to dealing with cross border activity the agencies are able to pick up information using electronic Intelligence In the case of the Faridabad module most of the conversations were within the group The members of the module did keep in touch with some persons in Jammu and Kashmir but that is not cross border activityThe Gujarat ATS recently arrested a Hyderabad medical representative He was cooking up Ricin and was being instructed by a person from Pakistan His arrest was possible because the agencies were able to put up electronic intercepts from across the borderSecurity officials have now decided to focus on unearthing and busting modules from across the country An official said that one would also need to go the conventional way to bust these unconventional modules However at no time the focus can go off Kashmir as the ISI is looking to use the locals from the Valley to recruit across the countryThe Faridabad module case clearly shows that Pakistan is trying to shift the focus out of Jammu and Kashmir for some time and target the hinterland This calls for a major shift in security planning and more coordination between the multiple agencies that work on cases related to terrorWhile busting the modules is important the agencies have also decided to give more emphasis to busting radicalisation programmes that are largely taking place online While the agencies have their eyes and ears wide open to the menace they feel that it is time to take it up a notchThere are a number of youths who are being radicalised through social media This is a propaganda by the Islamist terror groups and the need to tackle it with an iron fist is the need of the hour officials explainWhen it comes to propaganda terror groups have always laced events with lies and imagination Not always can the agencies bust such propaganda at source Hence it has been decided to add more manpower to fact check such information if at all it goes out into the publicAgency officials say that the propaganda where India is concerned is largely centred around Muslim victimhood This is a crucial tool for radicalisation and fact checking such information becomes crucial in the fight against terror If this is not countered then the recruitment drives only end up becoming successful the official added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/invisible-modules-visible-threat-red-fort-blast-probe-forces-shift-towards-conventional-online-anti-radicalisation-measures-649352.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-to-host-colombo-security-conclave-nsa-meeting-tomorrow-649358.html New Delhi Nov 19 IANS The 7th Meeting of the National Security Advisors NSAs of the Colombo Security Conclave CSC will be held in New Delhi on Thursday the Ministry of External Affairs MEA confirmed on WednesdaynbspnbspNSA Ajit Doval will host his counterparts from member states including the Maldives Mauritius Sri Lanka and Bangladesh Seychelles will be participating as an Observer State while Malaysia has been invited as a GuestnbspThe CSC was formed to promote closer cooperation between Member States on vital matters of security and to strengthen partnership for enhancing regional security in the Indian Ocean region read a statement issued by the MEAIn keeping with this vision and objective the ministry said that the 7th Meeting of the NSAs will be an opportunity for the participants to review the activities under the different pillars of cooperation including Maritime Safety and Security Countering Terrorism and Radicalization Combating Transnational Organized Crime Cyber Security and Protection of Critical Infrastructure and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief and discuss the Roadmap and Action Plan for 2026The 6th Meeting of the NSAs of CSC was held in December 2023 in Mauritius and member states met again during the Signing Ceremony for the Founding Documents of CSC in Sri Lanka in August 2024nbspThe Deputy National Security Advisers DNSAs of CSC countries have also been meeting at regular intervals The last meeting of DNSAs was held in virtual format in July 2024According to the MEA over the past years India hosted a number of events including the First CSC Oceanographers and Hydrographers Conference where member and observer states shared knowledge and best practices relating to oceanography and hydrography and discussed collaborative ways to address the regional challenges related to the OceansnbspAdditionally the maiden Coastal Security Conference which focused on the greater role and responsibilities of the Coast Guards of Member and Observer States in ensuring security of coastlines and beyond and the third edition of the Maritime Law Workshop were also held in IndianbspSeveral training programmes were also hosted by India on the investigation of terrorism cases countering trafficking organised crime and drug law enforcement https://dailyworld.in/security/india-to-host-colombo-security-conclave-nsa-meeting-tomorrow-649358.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/after-deportation-from-us-nia-arrests-anmol-bishnoi-649383.html New Delhi Nov 19 IANS The National Investigation Agency NIA on Wednesday arrested Anmol Bishnoi the brother and close aide of dreaded gangster Lawrence Bishnoi on his deportation from the US to IndianbspnbspAbsconding since 2022 USbased Anmol Bishnoi is the 19th accused to be arrested for his involvement in the terrorsyndicate led by his jailed brother Lawrence BishnoinbspAccording to the NIA Anmol was chargesheeted by the NIA in March 2023 after investigations in the case established that he had actively aided designated individual terrorist Goldy Brar and Lawrence Bishnoi in the commission of various acts of terrorism in the country during the 20202023 periodOperating closely with various Bishnoi gang associates Anmol continued to run terror syndicates and execute terrorist acts from the US for the Lawrence Bishnoi gang using its operatives on the ground the NIA said in its press notenbspInvestigations revealed that Anmol Bishnoi had provided shelter and logistic support to the gangs shooters and ground operativesnbspHe was also engaged in extortion in India from foreign soil with the help of other gangsters the NIA saidNIA continues to investigate the case RC 392022NIADLI terrorgangster conspiracy case led by Lawrence Bishnoi as part of its efforts to destroy the nexus between terrorists gangsters and arms smugglers including their infrastructure and funding channelsnbspIt is worth noting here that Anmol Bishnoi faces several criminal cases including the conspiracy to murder former Maharashtra Minister and NCP leader Baba Siddique who was shot dead in Mumbai last year in OctobernbspSimilarly he also faces a criminal case for the firing outside actor Salman Khans Bandra home last year in AprilnbspHis role in the killing of Punjabi rapper Siddu Moosewala remains one of the most significant cases against him https://dailyworld.in/security/after-deportation-from-us-nia-arrests-anmol-bishnoi-649383.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/why-isis-kashmir-revival-faltered-money-driven-terrorists-failed-but-professional-cells-are-filling-the-gap-649157.html New Delhi Nov 18 The ISI decided to go in for a complete shift in strategy after it realised that many of its recruits in Jammu and Kashmir were not ideologically connected In recent years many of its recruits in the Valley were not committed to an ideology and the security agencies learnt that most of them were working for money Terror groups such as the JaisheMohammad and LashkareTaiba have been facing this issue since the abrogation of Article 370 and all their recruits since then have been more committed to the finances rather than the causeThis explains the complete shift that one got to witness where the Faridabad terror module of the JaisheMohammad is concerned The module comprised mostly doctors and they were in charge of the planning recruitment and also arranging fundsInvestigators who are questioning some of the doctors arrested in connection with this case say that none of them were working for money Further most of them reached out to the JaisheMohammad rather than vice versa For the JaisheMohammad having such members as part of the module was advantageous in many waysIn the runup to joining any terror group the biggest challenge is always radicalisation Only a thoroughly radicalised terrorist is fully committed to the cause In most cases a terrorist pretends to be radicalised but his primary intention is the money he getsIn the case of the Faridabad module almost all the members were selfradicalised and did not visit any designated camp to undergo this process In all their calls with their bosses or handlers none of them demanded any financial assistance Most of them had highpaying jobs and were ready to put in their own finances to run the moduleBarring a payment of Rs 20 lakh to recruit and procure the ammunition the members of this module did not demand anything else Most of the module members being highly educated and working professionals did not have any criminal background This made it easy for them to operate as they never ran the risk of coming under the radar of the security agenciesDue to their background and skills the JaisheMohammad was able to leverage them to plan highimpact and sophisticated attacks During the questioning of the accused it was also learnt that their skill sets were used as they were found to be more adept at planning and also using encrypted platformsThe probe has found that the members of the Faridabad module were in contact with each other and also their foreignbased handlers through a Swiss communication app called Threema This app was used to coordinate their activities related to the attacks they had planned to carry out The decision to use this app was made by Dr Umar Muhammad the Delhi bomber This app does not need an email ID or phone number and hence tracking becomes next to impossibleSuch suggestions go a long way for terror groups and hence the decision to recruit highly educated persons works In recent times terror has largely moved online and to operate in such a space one needs experts who are also highly educated Terror groups recruit such persons since they have the computer skills that are needed to manage online propaganda and recruitment effortsWhile this trend of whitecollared terrorism has become quite common today it has been in play for over ten years AlQaeda and then the Islamic State are known to have recruited mostly educated terrorists These groups also decided to focus on whitecollared terrorists because it helps them in carrying out operations on foreign soil Such terrorists are better suited for international operations as they adapt more easily to foreign environments and navigate complicated situationsIntelligence agencies say that this trend is only likely to increase Pakistanbased terror groups especially the LashkareTaiba and JaisheMohammad are likely to use this tactic more for attacks deep inside India officials also add IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/why-isis-kashmir-revival-faltered-money-driven-terrorists-failed-but-professional-cells-are-filling-the-gap-649157.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/uncertainty-over-turkiyes-high-profile-pak-visit-for-afghan-peace-talks-raises-doubts-over-regional-stability-649178.html New Delhi Nov 18 Even as countries join in offering mediation between Afghanistan and Pakistan to find an amicable solution to their border conflict mystery shrouds the visit of a highprofile delegation from Turkiye with more than a week passing since Ankaraâs pledge Incidentally Turkiye hosted the last two rounds of peace talks with delegations from Kabul and Islamabad meeting in its largest city of Istanbul to find the mechanisms towards achieving a truce as agreed by the warring nations in their Doha talks earlierQatar is the other country jointly mediating the peace process According to an official readout on November 9 President Tayyip Erdogan had announced that Turkiyeâs Foreign and Defence ministers along with the Intelligence chief were expected to travel to Pakistan that week ending November 16 to discuss Islamabadâs inconclusive ceasefire talks with AfghanistanLast weekend Afghanistanâs Tolo News reported that âneither Pakistan nor Turkey has clarified the issue raising several questionsâThe report quoted analysts observing that the silence from both Ankara and Islamabad âindicates the complexity of the issue suggesting that this problem is not easily resolvableâIt added that if Turkiyeâs âdelegation has indeed travelled to Pakistan the discussions may be happening behind closed doors However if the visit has been postponed it signals deep disagreements between Kabul and IslamabadâPakistan media meanwhile reported last Sunday citing announcements by a Russian broadcaster that Moscow has urged Kabul and Islamabad to resolve their differences through political and diplomatic means and also offered to assist both sides in lowering tensionsAccording to reports the proposal was announced by Russiaâs Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova who said regional stability remains a key priority for Moscow and the international communityThis follows the Iran Foreign Ministerâs recent announcement on Tehranâs efforts to organise a regional meeting in the coming days to help ease tensions between the two countries locked in a verbal dual and occasionally exchanging fire across its volatile borderIranâs Abbas Araghchi expressed hope that his countryâs efforts would lead to âtangible outcomesâ and pave the way for a broader regional dialogueIn a latest statement from Pakistanâs Foreign Ministry Islamabad has welcomed Iranâs proposal to host talks aimed at reducing tensions between Kabul and IslamabadThe global community including the United Nations has been voicing concerns over the skirmishes and existence of terror elements along the porous border marked by the Durand LineThe spurt in hostility with sporadic armed skirmishes and frequent raids across the border coupled with renewed debate over the Durand Line itself have further worsened the situation A longterm truce effort brokered by regional players failed after Islamabad and Kabul continued to stick to their stand of no compromise on their respective demandsIslamabad carried out airstrikes on Kabul and Paktika early October which it claimed were aimed at terror groups inside Afghanistan sparking strong protests from Kabul which soon launched a fierce attack across the border pointsThe hostilities led to Qatar and Turkiye initiating mediation talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Doha and Istanbul However the followup talks â after the initial round succeeding in signing a truce â fell flat with both sides blaming the other for âunreasonable demandsâTolo News quoted the views of political analyst Barna Salehi who stated that unless major powers like the US Russia and China are involved the PakAfghan border issue cannot be resolvedFollowing the failure of the AfghanistanPakistan talks brokered by regional players renewed efforts to ease tensions between Kabul and Islamabad continue However these initiatives are yet to yield tangible results IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/uncertainty-over-turkiyes-high-profile-pak-visit-for-afghan-peace-talks-raises-doubts-over-regional-stability-649178.html Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:27:00 +0530