DailyWorld News - The First International Newspaper From India https://dailyworld.in/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:39:38 +0530 en https://dailyworld.in/security/cop-dies-of-accidental-firearm-injury-in-jampks-shopian-667332.html Srinagar March 31 A constable died on Tuesday after sustaining a firearm injury while on duty in Jammu and Kashmirâs Shopian district said officials Officials said a police constable lost his life after sustaining injuries two days ago in an accidental incidentThe constable was a resident of Noorpora village in Shopian district He was initially referred to SKIMS Soura in Srinagar city from the Armyâs Base Hospital in Badami Bagh Cantonment area after being injured in ShopianHe had sustained a gunshot wound to the right side of his abdomen when a colleague accidentally discharged a firearm during dutyHe was admitted to the Critical Care Unit CCU at SKIMS Soura for treatment but passed away despite the best efforts of the attending doctorsMore details are awaitedAuthorities have initiated an investigation into the incident to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the accidental dischargeInjuries and deaths due to accidental firing during discharge of duties have occurred in the past as well in Jammu and Kashmir Authorities have initiated inquiries into such accidents in the past as well and during training and refresher courses deployed personnel are trained to exercise utmost caution while handling firearmsThe JampK Police and the security forces are deployed for the maintenance of law and order antiterrorist operations against terrorists their overground workers OGWs sympathisers and those involved in drug smuggling and hawala money rackets It is believed that funds generated by drug smuggling and hawala money rackets are finally used to sustain terrorism in the union territoryThe Army and the Border Security Force BSF are deployed on the Line of Control LoC and the International Border to prevent infiltration exfiltration drug smuggling and drone activities initiated by terror outfits from across the border with the help of Pakistanâs ISI These drones are used to drop payloads of arms ammunition drugs and cash to sustain terrorism in the union territory These payloads are picked up by OGWs of terror outfits and then passed on to the terrorists IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/cop-dies-of-accidental-firearm-injury-in-jampks-shopian-667332.html Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/violence-erupts-in-jaipurs-mahesh-nagar-during-protest-against-liquor-shop-667169.html Jaipur March 30 Tension has gripped the Mahesh Nagar area in Rajasthans Jaipur following a dispute over alleged illegal liquor sale which spiralled into violence vandalism and arson The police have detained over a dozen individuals and launched an investigation The incident took place late Sunday night near the Kartarpura drain where locals have been repeatedly complaining about liquor being sold even after closing hoursLate Sunday night residents again objected to the alleged illegal sale leading to a heated argument between them and the shop operatorâs associatesThe situation quickly escalated into a physical clash with both sides engaging in violence Several vehicles were vandalised and a bike was set on fireEyewitnesses said the shop operatorâs side called in additional men intensifying the confrontation Soon the mob turned violent Three motorcycles and a Scorpio were vandalised One motorcycle was set ablaze right in front of police personnel and panic spread as residents rushed out of their homesA local resident Ramavatar Saini sustained injuries during the clash Police called an ambulance 108 but angry locals briefly blocked it demanding immediate arrestsAs the situation worsened police from multiple stations were deployed including from Mahesh Nagar Police Station Sodala Police Station Shiprapath Police Station and Jyoti Nagar Police Station Senior officers including ACP Sodala Sunil Kumar and station incharges from the respective areas were present on the spot to control the situationThe situation eased after police intervention and the injured person was taken to the hospitalLocals claim they had earlier complained about latenight liquor sales at the outlet but no strict action was taken allowing the issue to persist Police have detained several suspects and are identifying others involved in the violence said police officials assuring that strict action will be taken against those responsible for vandalism and arson IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/violence-erupts-in-jaipurs-mahesh-nagar-during-protest-against-liquor-shop-667169.html Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/two-bsf-officers-injured-in-attack-during-raid-at-drug-hotspot-in-jampks-samba-667190.html Jammu March 30 Two Border Security Force BSF officers were injured on Monday in Jammu and Kashmirâs Samba during a raid on a drug hotspot in the district Officials said two BSF juniorlevel officers an inspector and a subinspector were injured during the raid in Gujjar Basti village of the Supwal area of the district when locals attacked themThe injured officers have been identified as Inspector Imtiyaz and SubInspector Devender Kumar Reports added that the two officers were not in uniform when the incident occurredThe police have registered a case and an investigation has been startedMore details were awaitedAs per reports both officials have been shifted to AIIMS Jammu for treatment and are stated to be in stable conditionJammu and Kashmir has a 240 km long international border in Samba Kathua and Jammu districts of Jammu division The international border is guarded by the BSF The force is deployed to prevent infiltration exfiltration drug smuggling and drone activity initiated from across the border by terror outfits with the help of Pakistani forcesThese drones carry payloads of arms ammunition cash and drugs for the terrorists The overground workers OGWs of terrorist outfits pick up these payloads and pass them on to the terrorists to sustain terrorismIn addition the union territory has a 740kmlong Line of Control LoC in the Baramulla Kupwara Bandipora districts of the Valley and Poonch Rajouri and partly in the Jammu districtThe LoC is guarded by the Army which performs the same duties on the LoC as the BSF does on the international borderIn the hinterland antiterrorist operations and operations against drug smugglers drug peddlers and those involved in hawala money rackets are performed by the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the security forcesThe BSF has installed hitech antidrone equipment all along the international border in the union territory After the installation of this hitech equipment drone activity by terror outfits has come down IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/two-bsf-officers-injured-in-attack-during-raid-at-drug-hotspot-in-jampks-samba-667190.html Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/khalid-bin-walid-camp-reactivated-hizbul-mujahideens-silent-revival-alarms-agencies-667205.html New Delhi March 30 The Hizbul Mujahideen may be largely gone but Indian agencies have picked up intercepts about a possible rebuilding of the terror outfit The leadership of the Hizbul Mujahideen has managed to lie low for several years now The outfits operatives have largely been wiped out in Jammu and Kashmir The crackdown on the Hizbul Mujahideen which began with the killing of Burhan Wani continued until the top commanders were erased in Jammu and KashmirEven during Operation Sindoor the Hizbul Mujahideen faced heavy losses when their terror infrastructure was hit The Indian armed forces carried out Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam attack in which several innocent tourists were killedAn Intelligence Bureau official said that the Hizbul Mujahideen appears to be down and out The leadership has maintained a stoic silence in a bid to make it seem that the outfit is completely out of reckoning In reality there has been a silent attempt being made for the last couple of months aimed at reviving the terror group for operations in Jammu and KashmirThe official explained that for the ISI reviving the Hizbul Mujahideen is important as it is the only group that has managed the most traction in Jammu and Kashmir The ISI tried to float The Resistance Front but the results were limited as it is a wellknown fact that the outfit is an offshoot of the LashkareTaibaThe ISI hopes that once the Hizbul Mujahideen is back in action it will be able to draw the locals into its fold This has become very important for the ISI as it is in desperate need of a homegrown outfit Since the Indian security agencies have hit the terror infrastructure in Pakistan hard the ISI has not been able to send in its operatives into India This is also a result of high security along the borders both at the Line of Control LoC and the International Border IBOfficials say that they have been noticing activity at the Khalid bin Walid camp located at the Guldheri Mohalla of Garhi Habibullah at Balakot Pakistan This camp of the Hizbul Mujahideen had shut down following the Balakot airstrike carried out by the Indian Air Force IAF in which a JaisheMohammed training facility was targetedAnother official said that as per recent inputs by the Intelligence agencies the Khalid bin Walid camp has become functional The Hizbul Mujahideen operatives who are part of this camp are maintaining a low profile They are aware that this camp is very much within the striking distance of the IAF and hence the activities being undertaken at the camp are lowkey the official addedThe reopening of this camp is a worry for the Indian security agencies It is not an ordinary camp and before the 2019 Balakot air strikes at least 100 terrorists were trained annually The likes of Wani and Riyaz Naikoo and scores of other Hizbul Mujahideen operatives were trained at the Khalid bin Walid camp officials sayThe ISI has also deployed some LashkareTaiba operatives to assist the Hizbul Mujahideen cadres during the training programme Further the LashkareTaiba has also been directed to help the Hizbul Mujahideen in recruitment The outfit has been scouting for those who crossed over from Jammu and Kashmir into Pakistan over the last couple of years This is a clear indication that the Hizbul Mujahideen is only looking for locals from Jammu and KashmirIt is clear that it does not want Pakistanis as part of the group and there is a risk of the traction being reduced in Jammu and Kashmir Officials say that the Hizbul Mujahideen was at its peak when it came to operations and recruitment when it was being headed by the locals such as Burhan Wani The Hizbul Mujahideen wants to follow the same pattern as it did before 2016The downfall of the Hizbul Mujahideen began following the death of Burhan Wani on July 8 2016 Officials say that they are keeping a close watch on the developments unfolding at Balakot The agencies are also monitoring the various supporters and the sympathisers this group has in Jammu and Kashmir Keeping the Valley quiet and not allowing traction by these groups is extremely crucial as the Hizbul Mujahideen makes a bid at revival the official also added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/khalid-bin-walid-camp-reactivated-hizbul-mujahideens-silent-revival-alarms-agencies-667205.html Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/maoist-with-rs-5-lakh-bounty-neutralised-in-sukma-encounter-667079.html RaipurSukma March 29 One Maoist cadre was neutralised in an encounter with security forces in the forested hilly terrain under the Polampalli Police Station area of Sukma district in Chhattisgarh on Sunday The operation was launched by the District Reserve Guard DRG team of Sukma based on specific intelligence inputs about the presence of Maoists in the regionSukma Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan said that the DRG team initiated a search operation in the dense forest During the combing operation an intermittent exchange of fire broke out between the security personnel and the Maoist group from the morning of March 29 2026After the firing stopped the search team thoroughly combed the encounter site and recovered the body of one male Maoist cadre along with a weaponThe deceased Maoist has been identified as PPCM Moochaki Kailash a resident of Poolanpad under Chintalnar Police Station in Sukma district He held the rank of Section Commander in Platoon Number 31 of the CPI Maoist outfitA reward of Rs 5 lakh had been announced on his head He was wanted in several cases related to civilian killings attacks on security forces and conspiracies involving improvised explosive device IED blastsInspector General of Police Bastar Range Sundarraj Pattilingam appealed to the remaining Maoist cadres to surrender immediately He stated that the window of opportunity for surrender and rehabilitation is now in its final phase and that the cadres have very limited time left to avail themselves of this facilityThe senior police officer urged the Maoists to renounce the path of violence return to the social mainstream and begin a peaceful secure and dignified life for themselves and their families He emphasised that security forces will continue relentless operations against those who choose to remain in the jungle and indulge in violenceThe encounter comes at a time when the state police and central forces have intensified antiLWE operations across the Bastar division ahead of the March 2026 deadline set by the Central government to eradicate LeftWing Extremism from the regionIn recent months several Maoist cadres have laid down arms and joined the mainstream while many others have been neutralised in similar intelligencebased operationsLocal residents expressed relief after the successful operation as the area has witnessed repeated Maoist activities in the pastThe body of the slain Maoist has been shifted for postmortem and further legal formalities A detailed search operation is still continuing in the surrounding forest to trace any other members of the group who might have fled during the exchange of firePolice officials have confirmed that no casualties or injuries were reported on the side of the security forces in this encounterThe successful action has been seen as another step forward in the ongoing campaign to restore complete peace and normalcy in the troubled Sukma region of Chhattisgarh IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/maoist-with-rs-5-lakh-bounty-neutralised-in-sukma-encounter-667079.html Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/adani-ports-sets-up-indias-1st-port-of-refuge-to-bolster-maritime-safety-666844.html Ahmedabad March 27 Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd APSEZ on Friday said it has operationalised Indiaâs first Port of Refuge PoR addressing a longstanding gap in maritime emergency infrastructure creating a structured mechanism to handle maritime emergencies and vessels in distress The initiative is backed by a tripartite memorandum of understanding MoU with SMIT Salvage the salvage and emergency response division of Royal Boskalis Westminster NV Boskalis and the Maritime Emergency Response Centre MERC bringing global expertise and coordinated response capabilityA PoR as defined by the International Maritime Organisation is a designated location where ships can seek shelter to stabilise conditions protect life and limit environmental damageWhile such frameworks are standard in major maritime economies India had not formalised one until nowThe move comes as India with a coastline of over 11000 kilometres and located along key global shipping routes seeks to strengthen its emergency response capabilities said the APSEZ Indiaâs largest and the worldâs fastestgrowing integrated transport utility which handles nearly 27 per cent of Indiaâs port cargo volumesThis milestone marks a significant step in strengthening Indiaâs maritime safety ecosystem APSEZ Wholetime Director and Chief Executive Officer CEO Ashwani Gupta saidPorts connect economies â but a Port of Refuge protects lives By establishing dedicated PoR infrastructure we are elevating Indiaâs maritime preparedness and setting a new benchmark for worldclass coastal safety At APSEZ we believe worldclass infrastructure must be matched by worldclass responsibility said GuptaAPSEZ will designate two sites as PoR Dighi Port on the west coast supporting traffic across the Arabian Sea and routes to the Persian Gulf and Gopalpur Port on the east coast serving vessels in the Bay of Bengal and routes towards the Malacca Strait one of the worldâs busiest maritime trade corridorsThe facilities will provide salvage and wreck removal firefighting pollution containment and emergency coordination services through specialised equipment and trained response teamsThe initiative marks an important step in strengthening Indiaâs maritime preparedness and emergency response capacity The adoption of a standardised Port of Refuge framework will enable more coordinated and timely action during maritime incidents ensuring effective protection of life cargo and the coastal environment Director General Shipping Shyam Jagannathan saidThe initiative is aligned with international maritime conventions enhancing safety environmental protection and Indiaâs role in global shipping corridorsProviding a Port of Refuge to a casualty is critical in a salvage operation to ensure that the vessel and her cargo are dealt with swiftly and professionally and that the affected cargo and firefighting water are treated and disposed of in accordance with the applicable legislation SMIT Salvage Boskalis Managing Director MD Richard Janssen saidSMIT Salvage is pleased to bring global bestinclass salvage capability and experience to ensure faster safer and coordinated emergency response along Indiaâs key shipping routes he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/adani-ports-sets-up-indias-1st-port-of-refuge-to-bolster-maritime-safety-666844.html Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-indian-army-boosts-high-altitude-healthcare-with-new-oxygen-plant-666739.html Itanagar March 26 The Indian Army has strengthened healthcare support in remote highaltitude regions with the inauguration of a new oxygengeneration facility in Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday officials saidâ Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat stated that in a significant step towards enhancing medical infrastructure in challenging terrain a containerised oxygen generation plant along with a refilling centre was inaugurated at the field hospital in Borarupak located in the Subansiri ValleyâThe facility contributed by the Soldiersâ Independent Rehabilitation Foundation SIRF was inaugurated by General Officer Commanding Spear Corps Lt Gen Abhijit S Pendharka âThe event was attended by senior Indian Army officials representatives of the state administration local community members and veteransâAccording to the spokesman the installation is designed to ensure a continuous reliable supply of medicalgrade oxygen significantly enhancing the field hospitals capacity to serve both military personnel and civilians in this remote highaltitude regionâIn areas where logistics and medical resources are often limited a dedicated oxygen generation and refilling facility serves as a critical lifelineâLt Col Rawat emphasised that the initiative reflects strong civilmilitary synergy and embodies the spirit of âNation Firstâ reinforcing the partnership between the Armed Forces and civil society âHe said SIRFs contribution highlights a shared commitment to humanitarian service and national wellbeingâBeyond its infrastructural value the facility symbolises resilience preparedness and hope ensuring timely medical support for both soldiers and the local population âThe initiative reaffirms the Indian Armyâs dedication to nationbuilding community care and operational readiness in some of the countryâs most demanding environments the spokesman addedâMeanwhile in Manipur the Indian Army demonstrated a swift and effective response in a lifesaving operation involving a sevenyearold child who suffered a snakebiteâOn Thursday afternoon a distressed family rushed to the Company Operating Base at Hanuman Top in Imphal East district seeking urgent medical assistanceâActing promptly Army personnel administered first aid under the guidance of the Regimental Medical Officer The wound was carefully treated and the affected limb was immobilised to prevent the spread of venomâAfter initial stabilisation the child was immediately evacuated to the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences in Imphal for advanced treatmentâThe timely intervention by the Army played a crucial role in ensuring the childâs safety and wellbeing underscoring its continued commitment to serving local communities the spokesman saidâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-indian-army-boosts-high-altitude-healthcare-with-new-oxygen-plant-666739.html Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bastar-close-to-lwe-free-status-as-cadre-strength-drops-sharply-666741.html Raipur March 26 The number of armed Maoist cadres in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh has declined sharply by over 5500 in recent years marking a major success in the fight against LeftWing Extremism Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Vijay Sharma said this significant reduction has brought the region closer to its target of becoming completely free from Maoist influence by March 31 this year Addressing the media Vijay Sharma said that around 3000 Maoists have surrendered in the recent period accounting for a substantial drop in the number of armed cadresIn addition security forces have arrested nearly 2000 or slightly more Maoist operatives over the last two years Together the surrenders and arrests have resulted in a reduction of about 5000 in the strength of armed Maoist cadresThe Home Minister added that security forces have neutralised 525 Maoists in various operations Thus the total number of armed cadres has declined by 5525Sharma expressed confidence that with the continued efforts of both Central and state security forces the entire Bastar region would soon be free from the grip of Maoist violence He praised the courage and determination shown by personnel of the Central and state armed forces in achieving this progressChief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai also highlighted the development through a series of posts on social media platform X He said that decisive policies of good governance have brought a new wave of change in BastarMore than 2800 individuals have given up the path of violence and returned to the mainstream under the Naxal Surrender and Rehabilitation Policy 2025 According to the Chief Minister this reflects that the power of development and trust is stronger than any ideological deviationChief Minister Sai said that the influence of Maoism is gradually receding from Bastar with the spread of good governance The region once known for fear violence and alienation is now moving forward with confidence towards democracy development and trustHe emphasised that the strong resolve of the government combined with active public participation has created a firm foundation for lasting peace The Chief Minister described the transformation as a powerful example of how trust can bring enduring changeBastar long considered the epicentre of Naxal activities is now showing signs of a more peaceful future Security officials believe that sustained operations and rehabilitation efforts will help eliminate the Naxal problem from the region in the coming months IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bastar-close-to-lwe-free-status-as-cadre-strength-drops-sharply-666741.html Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bomb-threats-target-courts-govt-offices-in-jharkhand-ranchi-dhanbad-sahibganj-on-high-alert-666750.html Ranchi March 26 A fresh wave of bomb threats sent through emails targeting key government offices and court complexes in Jharkhand triggered panic across the state on Thursday In view of this security has been beefed up in Ranchi Dhanbad and SahibganjAccording to officials threatening emails warning of explosions were sent to the Ranchi Collectorate and the Dhanbad and Sahibganj Civil Courts This set off a statewide alert Police and security agencies swiftly moved in and turned the affected premises virtually into a fortressIn Ranchi a threat received on the Deputy Commissionerâs official email led to a thorough search operation at the Collectorate by the bomb disposal squad which continued for several hoursSimilar scenes unfolded in Dhanbad and Sahibganj also where court proceedings were disrupted amid panic In Sahibganj police teams led by SP Amit Kumar Singh evacuated the Rajmahal and Sahibganj court complexes with dog squads conducting thorough searches of the premisesThis is the second such threat to the Dhanbad Civil Court within a fortnight heightening anxiety among lawyers and litigantsEarlier on March 10 a threat email had warned of blowing up the Ranchi Civil Court using cyanide bombs while another message on February 28 mentioned RDX explosives Similar emails have also been reported from the Bokaro Civil Court and a Passport Seva KendraPreliminary technical investigations by Ranchi police point to an interstate link Officials said the emails are suspected to have originated from Tamil Nadu with a person identified as Uday Reddy emerging as a key suspectPolice sources indicated that the accused may have been motivated by grievances related to a legal dispute and is allegedly targeting judicial and administrative institutions Authorities are probing whether he acted alone or as part of a larger networkA special Jharkhand Police team will be travelling to Tamil Nadu to apprehend the suspectMeanwhile security has been tightened across sensitive installations in Jharkhand with additional deployment of forces and installation of metal detectors as a precautionary measure IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bomb-threats-target-courts-govt-offices-in-jharkhand-ranchi-dhanbad-sahibganj-on-high-alert-666750.html Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:15:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bangladeshi-national-attempting-to-flee-using-forged-indian-passport-held-at-mumbai-airport-666493.html Mumbai March 25 A Bangladeshi national attempting to travel to Congo using a fake Indian passport was apprehended at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport officials said on Wednesday A larger network of forged documents during immigration checks they saidAccording to officials the incident came to light after immigration scrutiny revealed discrepancies in the documents presented by the accused leading to the recovery of multiple forged identification papersThe Sahar Police said it has launched a detailed probe into the caseThanks to the vigilance of immigration officials at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport a major fraud scheme has been exposed The Sahar Police have arrested a Bangladeshi national who was attempting to flee abroad using a forged Indian passport an official statement saidPolice said the incident occurred at around 415 am when immigration officer Ganesh Gawli was on duty and a passenger approached the counter for verification Although the documents initially appeared to be in order closer inspection raised suspicionThe passenger had presented an Indian passport mentioning an address in Kolkata but officials noticed that the mobile number provided carried a Bangladeshi country code This inconsistency prompted further questioning and he was escorted to senior officers for detailed interrogationDuring sustained questioning the accused disclosed his real identity as Sukanta Mallick aged 39 a resident of Gopalganj district in Bangladesh He admitted that he had entered India illegally in 2012The accused further revealed that he had managed to obtain an Indian passport in 2022 using forged documents Investigators also found that he had fraudulently acquired other identification documents including a PAN card a Voter ID and a Ration CardOfficials said that the accused was scheduled to board a flight from Mumbai to Congo identified as Dar City on flight number TC401 with the intention of settling abroad using his fake Indian identityImmigration authorities recovered several documents from his possession including the fake Indian documents a Bangladeshi birth certificate his mothers passport and a mobile phonePreliminary investigations suggest that the accused may not have acted alone with officials suspecting the involvement of an organised syndicate engaged in producing forged documents to facilitate illegal residency in India and movement abroadFollowing the arrest the Immigration Department handed over the accused to the Sahar Police for further legal action A case is being registered against him under multiple charges including fraud forgery and illegal stay in the countryIn the wake of the incident security and immigration agencies at the airport have been put on high alert and efforts are underway to trace those who assisted the accused in procuring the forged documents and enabling his attempted travel IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bangladeshi-national-attempting-to-flee-using-forged-indian-passport-held-at-mumbai-airport-666493.html Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:01:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-leans-on-sunni-groups-to-curb-shia-mobilisation-maintain-iran-neutrality-666511.html New Delhi March 25 For Pakistanâs Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir countering the proIran Shia mobilisation in the country is increasingly becoming a headache For Pakistan countering this mobilisation is important as it is threatening to become bigger However the dilemma the establishment faces is that it cannot use its official machinery to take on the mobilisation of the Shias Pakistan has chosen to mediate between Iran and the United States and hence it needs to remain neutral Any direct action against the Shia mobilisation would infuriate Iran and this is something that Islamabad wants to avoidAn official said that Pakistan has now brought back its proxies to take on this problem The Pakistan Army chief has ordered hardline Sunni elements and leaders from the SipaheSabah SeS and JamaatudDawah JuD to take on the Shias who are mobilising in large numbers in support of Iran These groups have in the past come to the rescue of the Pakistan establishment When it comes to countering protesters who were seeking justice for jailed former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan it was these elements who took to the streetsThe members of the SeS and JuD have the backing of the army and ISI and have been given a free hand to indulge in street violence against those who are questioning the establishment an official saidThe SeS is a banned Sunni Deobandi Islamist organisation and a former political party that was founded in 1985 This outfit came into existence only to oppose Shia influence in Pakistan The SeS has a history of being involved in sectarian conflicts including violence with the Shia organisation ShipaheMuhammad PakistanThe JuD on the other hand is the charity wing of the LashkareTaiba The JuD follows the Ahli Hadith interpretation of Islam which is similar to Wahhabism and SalafismAn Intelligence Bureau official said that by involving the SeS and JuD the Pakistan army chief would look to put down the mobilisation of the Shia Since these groups have no accountability the violence would not be blamed on the state but on two individual organisations This helps in the deniability factor when Pakistan speaks with Iran the official addedSuch violence will no doubt be scrutinised internationally and by foreign Intelligence agencies The establishment would however try to get away by putting the blame on the SeS and JuD while stating that it has nothing to do with themAnother official said that both groups have been given immunity by the establishment This means that they can choose to act the way they pleaseAnother official said that with such a plan in place one could anticipate street violence and bloody clashes with the Shias in PakistanBy trying to mediate between Iran and the US Pakistan wants to place itself in a position of power Pakistan also wants to claim geopolitical relevance by offering to mediate between the two warring nationsField Marshal Asim Munir has taken this task upon himself and has been engaging directly with Iranian President Masood Pezeshkian He has also been leveraging his relations with some of the Gulf nations and the USWith Pakistan wanting geopolitical relevance it cannot afford to officially crush the mobilisation that is taking place in support of Iran If Pakistan ends up angering Iran at this juncture then Tehran may not come to the table This would hurt Pakistanâs ambitions of playing mediator and reclaiming geopolitical importance another official saidThe JuD and the SeS have readily accepted what the Pakistan army chief has said as they have done in the past Officials say that both these outfits have had an agenda against the Shias for a long time and hence the offer made by Field Marshal Munir is more than welcome for them IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-leans-on-sunni-groups-to-curb-shia-mobilisation-maintain-iran-neutrality-666511.html Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bihar-police-to-install-traffic-signals-and-cctv-cameras-to-decongest-traffic-in-patna-666180.html Patna March 23 In a major step toward easing urban congestion authorities have launched a comprehensive initiative to decongest key traffic zones in Patna The plan includes the installation of traffic signals and highresolution CCTV cameras across critical points within the Patna Municipal Corporation limits officials said on MondayAccording to Sudhanshu Kumar Additional Director General Traffic Modernisation and State Crime Records Bureau more than 20 major congestion hotspots particularly in outer areas such as bypass and Zero Mile have been identified where commuters face daily traffic snarlsThese locations will soon be equipped with advanced traffic management infrastructure to streamline vehicular movementSpeaking at a press conference held at Sardar Patel Bhawan in Patna on Monday Kumar emphasised that persistent traffic jams at these points have been causing significant inconvenience to the public and the initiative aims to provide muchneeded reliefHe also said that around 30 locations within the city already have functional traffic signals and CCTV surveillance systems in placeThese systems are being actively used to monitor traffic violations identify offending vehicles and impose fines or initiate legal action accordinglyLooking ahead the department plans to expand this system to all key locations across the states Smart Cities including Patna as well as divisional headquartersThe deployment of highresolution cameras is expected to enhance enforcement efficiency and ensure smoother traffic flow across urban centresIn a significant boost to policing infrastructure the Bihar Special Auxiliary Police BSAP1 is set to establish its office in Naubatpur near PatnaFor this purpose a 30acre land parcel has already been identified and the acquisition process is expected to commence soonAn amount of Rs 40 crore has been sanctioned for the establishment of the BSAP1 office marking a major step toward strengthening law enforcement infrastructure in the regionIn addition over the past three months approvals worth Rs 4978 crore have been granted for the construction of multiple police infrastructure projects across the stateThese include four new police station buildings one residencecumoffice for a Superintendent of Police and two subdivisional level officesOfficials have indicated that construction work at all these sites will begin shortlyThe police station buildings will be developed as modern threestorey structures equipped with essential facilities furniture and fixtures to enhance operational efficiencyThis initiative is aimed at improving policing capacity administrative efficiency and overall law and order management across Bihar IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bihar-police-to-install-traffic-signals-and-cctv-cameras-to-decongest-traffic-in-patna-666180.html Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bihar-police-to-install-traffic-signals-and-cctv-cameras-for-traffic-decongestion-in-patna-666181.html Patna March 24 In a major step toward easing urban congestion authorities have launched a comprehensive initiative to decongest key traffic zones in Patna The plan includes the installation of traffic signals and highresolution CCTV cameras across critical points within the Patna Municipal Corporation limits officials said on MondayAccording to Sudhanshu Kumar Additional Director General Traffic Modernisation and State Crime Records Bureau more than 20 major congestion hotspots particularly in outer areas such as bypass and Zero Mile have been identified where commuters face daily traffic snarlsThese locations will soon be equipped with advanced traffic management infrastructure to streamline vehicular movementSpeaking at a press conference held at Sardar Patel Bhawan in Patna on Monday Kumar emphasised that persistent traffic jams at these points have been causing significant inconvenience to the public and the initiative aims to provide muchneeded reliefHe also said that around 30 locations within the city already have functional traffic signals and CCTV surveillance systems in placeThese systems are being actively used to monitor traffic violations identify offending vehicles and impose fines or initiate legal action accordinglyLooking ahead the department plans to expand this system to all key locations across the states Smart Cities including Patna as well as divisional headquartersThe deployment of highresolution cameras is expected to enhance enforcement efficiency and ensure smoother traffic flow across urban centresIn a significant boost to policing infrastructure the Bihar Special Auxiliary Police BSAP1 is set to establish its office in Naubatpur near PatnaFor this purpose a 30acre land parcel has already been identified and the acquisition process is expected to commence soonAn amount of Rs 40 crore has been sanctioned for the establishment of the BSAP1 office marking a major step toward strengthening law enforcement infrastructure in the regionIn addition over the past three months approvals worth Rs 4978 crore have been granted for the construction of multiple police infrastructure projects across the stateThese include four new police station buildings one residencecumoffice for a Superintendent of Police and two subdivisional level officesOfficials have indicated that construction work at all these sites will begin shortlyThe police station buildings will be developed as modern threestorey structures equipped with essential facilities furniture and fixtures to enhance operational efficiencyThis initiative is aimed at improving policing capacity administrative efficiency and overall law and order management across Bihar IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bihar-police-to-install-traffic-signals-and-cctv-cameras-for-traffic-decongestion-in-patna-666181.html Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:25:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/eam-jaishankar-rubio-speak-on-middle-east-tensions-666182.html Washington March 24 Indiaâs External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke over the phone on Monday about the West Asia crisis They reviewed its impact on the global economy and energy supplies Both agreed to continue working togetherâ âHad a detailed telecon this evening with US SecRubioâ Jaishankar said in a post on X This was the first call between the two leaders after the war in IranâHe said the talks âfocused on the West Asia conflict and its impact on the international economyââJaishankar added that both sides âparticularly spoke about energy security concernsââHe said they âagreed to remain in touchââIn Washington in a readout of the call the State Department said they agreed on the importance of continuing to work together to advance mutual prioritiesââSecretary Rubio spoke today with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankarâ Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott saidââThe two officials discussed the current situation in the Middle Eastâ he saidââThe Secretary and Minister agreed on the importance of continuing to work together to advance mutual prioritiesâ Pigott addedâThe call comes amid rising tensions in West Asia The conflict has added pressure on global markets Energy prices remain sensitive to developments in the regionâIndia and the United States have expanded their strategic partnership over the past decade They cooperate in defence technology and energyâWest Asia remains critical for both countries Stability in the region affects global trade inflation and energy flows Continued dialogue is seen as essential IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/eam-jaishankar-rubio-speak-on-middle-east-tensions-666182.html Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ceo-sets-helpline-after-fatal-air-canada-crash-666183.html Washington March 23 Air Canadas CEO Michael Rousseau has announced a dedicated helpline and special assistance team for families after a runway collision at New Yorks LaGuardia Airport killed two pilots and injured dozens Today is a very somber day at Air Canada Air Canada President and CEO Rousseau said on Monday adding I want to express our deepest sorrow for everyone affectedThe aircraft Air Canada Express Flight AC8646 from Montreal collided with a Port Authority fire truck while landing late Sunday triggering a major emergency response and shutting down operations at one of the busiest US airportsRousseau said the airlines immediate focus is on supporting passengers crew and their families Our efforts are focused on the needs of our passengers and crew members along with their families and loved ones he addedThe airline has activated its Special Assistance Team and set up a helpline for families seeking information Anything we can do now were doing Rousseau saidThe flight operated by Jazz Aviation was carrying 72 passengers and four crew members for a total of 76 people on board Rousseau confirmed We now know that the planes Captain and the first officer were killed in this accidentAuthorities said at least 41 passengers and crew were taken to hospitals Many have since been released though some injuries were described as serious Two people in the fire truck were also hospitalised but were in stable conditionOfficials said the fire truck had been responding to a separate incident involving another aircraft and was crossing the runway when the collision occurred Moments later the Air Canada plane which had just landed struck the vehicleAir traffic control audio captured the urgency A controller is heard shouting Truck One stop stop stop seconds before the crashImages from the spot showed severe damage to the nose of the aircraft with debris scattered across the runway Emergency vehicles filled the area as rescue operations continued through the nightRousseau said the airline is working closely with authorities and will share updates as they are confirmed Were fully supporting the relevant investigative authorities in their investigation to learn everything we can about these events he addedThe Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop at LaGuardia The airport remained closed for several hours with more than 500 flights cancelledOfficials said the crash occurred around 1140 pm ET Preliminary data indicated the aircraft was travelling at high speed moments before impactUS Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said his prayers this morning are with the families impacted while Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called the incident deeply saddeningA passenger described the impact saying It was like the plane jolted and you heard the pilot try to brakeAir Canada said it will release further details as they are verified and urged the public to rely on official updates IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ceo-sets-helpline-after-fatal-air-canada-crash-666183.html Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/security-agencies-flag-terror-disinformation-threat-ahead-of-tamil-nadu-kerala-polls-666235.html New Delhi March 24 The security agencies are closely monitoring online chatter by terror operatives and their sympathisers as the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala get ready for elections Intelligence inputs suggest that plans are afloat by sympathisers of the banned Popular Front of India PFI and those linked to the Islamic State to try and disrupt the electionsThe agencies say that sympathisers and cadres of both the PFI and Islamic State are working closely to undertake a strike in a bid to disrupt the electionsHowever the agencies warn that the bigger threat for these southern states is the disinformation campaign that these outfits are planning to indulge inDisinformation campaigns are aimed at creating communal tensions If communal harmony is disturbed then it acts as a perfect radicalisation and recruitment toolThe Islamic State has focussed extensively on the southern states and tends to get more traction in this part of the countryHowever its activities have largely been online and the bigger aim is to radicalise the youth in Kerala and Tamil Nadu in large numbersThe terror group will look to take advantage of the fact that the security apparatus would be busy in ensuring that the elections are conducted smoothlyThe current focus of these terror groups is limited to Kerala and Tamil Nadu and once the elections are completed they would look to target the remaining states in South IndiaAn official said that the radicalisation in South India witnessed a massive jump when the Wahhabi preachers visited in large numbers This set the tone following which outfits such as the PFI Islamic State and AlQaeda to some extent managed to find a footholdThe official added that these groups have treated South India as their radicalisation laboratory for long The danger in South India is that the radicalisation process for these terror outfits has been relatively easier in Tamil Nadu and Kerala the official pointed outAnother official said that prior to the dates of the elections being announced these groups were already planning attacks and indulging in disinformation campaignsFurther the world today is a fragile place owing to so many conflicts and this is being taken advantage of the official addedAfter the war in Iran broke out the Union Home Ministry had issued an advisory warning against possible radicalisation attempts An Intelligence Bureau official said that when there is conflict in the Gulf it is the Southern states that become more vulnerable to radicalisationWhile the Wahhabi spread is one reason for this the other is that there is a large population from Kerala who are in the GulfIn addition to the existing threats from the Islamic State and PFI the agencies are also closely watching another groupthe HizbutTahrir HuT The HuT which has been banned by the Indian government under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act UAPA has opened several ghost accounts on social media platforms which are aimed at large scale radicalisation in South IndiaThe agencies are keeping a close watch on the content that the HuT has been circulating online Its activities have only increased in the wake of the elections coming up an official saidSome of the content that it circulates includes the creation of hit squads in South India and also the need to carry out lone wolf attacks With these fresh inputs coming in ahead of the elections the agencies are also revisiting the investigation that was conducted following the arrest of Faizul Rehman the Emir of the HuT in Tamil NaduHe had told his interrogators that the HuT wants to set up several recruitment modules in South India He also said that they planned on inciting the youth and creating communal tensions in the regionAn Intelligence Bureau official said that all the terror groups operating in South India are currently focussing mainly on inciting communal violence They want to disrupt the electoral process and then use the violence as a radicalisation and recruitment toolPolls are due in Assam Tamil Nadu Kerala West Bengal Assam and Puducherry In Kerala Assam and Puducherry elections will be held on April 9 West Bengal would poll on April 23 and 29 in two phases Elections in Tamil Nadu will be held in a single phase on April 23 Counting will take place across all four states and Puducherry UT on May 4 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/security-agencies-flag-terror-disinformation-threat-ahead-of-tamil-nadu-kerala-polls-666235.html Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/kerala-no-suspicion-in-kochi-drone-filming-by-us-nationals-says-police--666337.html Kochi March 24 The police on Tuesday said they are under the impression that there is nothing suspicious in the incident in Kochi where visuals of a naval base were captured by foreigners using a droneâ The individuals first detained and later let off at Fort Kochi are American citizens Katie Michelle Phelps and Christopher A case was registered against them for filming visuals of the naval base INS Dronacharya and the Coast Guard headquartersâDuring questioning the foreigners stated that they are YouTubers and that they have their own channel The police are conducting a detailed examination of these claimsâThe incident had initially triggered security concerns given the sensitivity of defence installations along Keralaâs coastline âFilming or photographing such facilities without prior clearance is a violation of established security protocols prompting swift action from local authoritiesâThe duo was taken into custody for questioning soon after the drone activity was brought to light Police sources indicated that preliminary verification of their statements and digital records has not revealed any links to suspicious networks or activities âOfficials stressed that the investigation is still ongoing with detailed scrutiny of the footage captured the drone used and the coupleâs travel history âAuthorities are also examining their online presence to corroborate their claim of being content creatorsâInvestigators are verifying whether similar footage has been recorded elsewhere and if any sensitive visuals were uploaded or shared âWhile the immediate threat perception has been ruled out officials said due process will be followed before a final decision is taken on the caseâLegal provisions regarding unauthorised aerial filming particularly near strategic locations remain stringent and may still attract penalties depending on the findingsâThe episode has once again highlighted the growing challenges posed by the widespread use of drones by tourists and vloggers âSecurity agencies have reiterated the need for greater awareness and strict compliance with regulations especially in areas of national importanceâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/kerala-no-suspicion-in-kochi-drone-filming-by-us-nationals-says-police--666337.html Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-police-arrest-five-absconders-in-poonch-666343.html Jammu March 24 Police in JampKâs Poonch district said on Tuesday that they have arrested five absconders wanted in multiple criminal casesâ Police stated that in a significant operation against proclaimed offenders the Police Station Surankote under the close supervision of the SDPO Surankote successfully apprehended five absconders who had been evading arrest for an extended period in connection with various criminal casesâThe arrested individuals have been identified asâBasharat Hussain son of Mohd Bashir resident of Sangla Surankote involved in FIR No 2072018 US 452382148324325147 RPC declared absconder on 03122024âMohd Iqbal son of Mohd Sharief resident of Hari SurankoteâGhulam Ahmed son of Bagh Hussain resident of Hari SurankoteâMohd Sharief son of Fateh Mohd caste Gujjar resident of Hari Tehsil SurankoteâAll three were involved in FIR No 2842018 under Sections 452147148324323 of the RPC and were declared absconders on 29122018âMohd Akram son of Abdullah resident of Sangla Surankote involved in FIR No 2432012 US 341323324 RPC declared absconder on 30032017âSpecial police teams were constituted under the supervision of the SHO Surankote with overall supervision by the SDPO Surankote Acting on specific and credible inputs and through sustained efforts the teams successfully tracked and apprehended the accused persons who had been on the run for several yearsâAll arrested individuals have been produced before the competent court of law for further legal proceedingsDistrict Police Poonch reiterated its firm commitment to upholding the rule of law and taking strict action against absconders and individuals involved in criminal activitiesâJampK Police and the security forces have been carrying out aggressive antiterrorist operations across JampK Routine crime drug smuggling and hawala money rackets are also on the scanner of the security forcesâIt is believed that funds generated by unlawful activities are used to sustain terrorism in JampKâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-police-arrest-five-absconders-in-poonch-666343.html Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-police-in-reasi-district-trace-missing-persons-of-two-families-666355.html Jammu March 24 Police in JampKâs Reasi district on Tuesday reunited two missing persons with their families bringing relief to the worried relativesâ Police said that continuing its commitment to public safety and citizen assistance it successfully traced and reunited two missing persons in separate incidents reported from KatraâIn the first incident Anil Kumar Tripathi son of Amar Nath Tripathi resident of Barra Kanpur Uttar Pradesh who had been missing from his home was found roaming in the Katra market area âUpon noticing his condition police teams initiated verification and continued efforts to establish his identity and locate his family âAfter sustained efforts his family was successfully traced in Kanpur Uttar Pradesh The individual was safely handed over to his family members after completing all required legal formalitiesâIn another incident a nineyearold missing girl Dhatri Dwivedi daughter of Vineet Dwivedi resident of Unnao Kanpur UP who had been separated from her family was brought to Police Station Katra by local citizens âActing promptly the police team initiated efforts to trace her family After persistent followup and verification the girls family was successfully located âThe child was safely reunited with her parents after completing the necessary formalitiesâDistrict Police Reasi appreciated the general publics cooperation in both cases and reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents and visitors âThe police urged citizens to immediately report any missing persons or suspicious activities to their nearest police stationâDue to Navratras a heavy rush of devotees continues at the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Police and security forces have been deployed in strength to ensure a hasslefree pilgrimage for devoteesâThe Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board SMVDSB headed by JampK LG Manoj Sinha has substantially improved facilities both at the Katra base camp and the main shrine to accommodate the everincreasing number of pilgrims visiting the Deityâs shrineâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-police-in-reasi-district-trace-missing-persons-of-two-families-666355.html Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/union-home-secretary-to-chair-jampk-security-review-meet-today-666015.html Jammu March 23 Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan will chair a toplevel security review meeting on Jammu and Kashmir on Monday through video conferencing Officials said the Union Home Secretary will review the security and financial position of the JampK Police in the present fiscal and also in 20262027The meeting will be attended by JampK Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo DGP Nalin Prabhat senior officers at the police headquarters and the two Inspector Generals of Kashmir and Jammu divisions The meeting will start at 230 pmThe Union Home Secretary will chair the meeting through video conferencing from New Delhi This will be the first highlevel review of the security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir by the Union Home Secretary after the killing of four top terrorists of the JaisheMohammed JeM outfit including their commander Saifullah in the upper reaches of Chatroo in Kishtwar district last monthSources said the strategy to further step up antiterror operations in the mountains and forests of the UT especially the Jammu region where some foreign terrorists are suspected to be hiding will come up for reviewAs summer sets in antiterror operations will be intensified the sources saidThe Union Home Ministry wants security agencies to go all out against the hiding terroristsBesides the Army paramilitary forces and JKP the speciallytrained Special Operations Group SOG personnel have also been deployed in the mountains forests and upper reaches where the terrorists are suspected to be hidingThe SOG personnel have been welltrained to carry out antiterror operations in extremely difficult areas and hostile weatherThe overground network of the terrorists also remains a cause of concern for the security agencies the sources said adding that once this nexus is cracked the terrorists will find it difficult to survive and allout efforts are now being made in this directionThere have been reports that some OGW networks have been cracked and the police are close to smashing other such syndicates As per the sources the review of the financial position of Jammu and Kashmir is also high on the agenda at the meetingExpenditure of the budget during the current financial year of 202526 in which hardly 10 days have been left and requirements of the police for 202626 will also be discussed at the meetingââ the sources said pointing out that the JKPâs budget is now being directly funded by the Union Ministry of Home AffairsThe JKP is now a wellmodernised force equipped with sophisticated weapons and equipment to tackle terrorists and all kinds of crimesHowever the modernisation remains an ongoing process and certain measures are being taken in this regard the sources said Various other issues like followup of the previous meetings taken by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan will also figure in the meetingIt may be mentioned here that Amit Shah visited the Jammu region from February 57 and chaired highlevel security review and developmentrelated meetingsIn the revised strategy the JampK Police and the security forces are targeting terrorists their OGWs and sympathisers to completely dismantle the terror support system in the union territoryDrug 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 activities are finally used to fund terrorism IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/union-home-secretary-to-chair-jampk-security-review-meet-today-666015.html Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/blast-in-village-near-international-border-in-jampks-samba-probe-underway-666029.html Jammu March 23 A mysterious blast took place on Monday outside a house in a village of Jammu and Kashmirs Samba district as officials said the exact nature of the blast was being ascertained Officials said around 2 am an explosion took place outside the house of a Sarpanch named Jai Ram Sharma in Gawala Talab village of Ghagwal sector of the international border in the districtâGawala Talab village is around 10 kms from the international border The gate and the compound wall of the house were completely damaged but no casualties occurred due to the blastâ the officials saidPolice and forensic expert teams reached the village and took samples from the blast site to ascertain the exact nature of the explosionAn FIR has been registered at the concerned police station about the incidentMore details are awaitedThe 240kmlong international border in the union territory is situated in Samba Kathua and Jammu districtsThe international border is guarded by the Border Security Force BSF The troops of BSF are deployed to prevent infiltration exfiltration drug smuggling and drone activities initiated from the Pakistan side of the borderDrones have been used by terror outfits with the assistance of Pakistan forces to drop payloads of armsammunition cash and drugs on the Indian sideThese payloads are usually picked up by the overground workers OGWs of terror outfits and then handed over to the terrorists to sustain terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir The BSF has deployed hitech antidrone equipment on the international border to check the menace of drones initiated from the Pakistan side of the borderIn addition to the international border Jammu and Kashmir has a 740 km Line of Control LoC situated in the Baramulla Kupwara Bandipora districts of the Valley and in Poonch Rajouri and partly in the Jammu district of the Jammu division The LoC is guarded by the Army IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/blast-in-village-near-international-border-in-jampks-samba-probe-underway-666029.html Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/foreign-mercenary-plot-in-northeast-exposed-local-network-under-nia-scanner-666075.html New Delhi March 23 The arrest of an American mercenary Matthew Aaron VanDyke and six Ukrainian nationals by the National Investigation Agency NIA has exposed a larger agenda against the northeastern states of India While the accused persons have confessed that they were training Myanmarbased ethnic armed groups the NIA is now looking for their local facilitators Such an operation could not have taken place without local help an official saidWhile the agency has arrested seven persons so far inputs suggest that there may be nine others who are part of this network Another official said that the NIA is now probing the India connection to this network However the larger picture emerging suggests that these persons along with their handlers abroad were planning on making the northeast a corridor for foreign mercenariesThis means that the IndiaMyanmar border areas are also being used to train operatives to carry out attacks in other countries as wellMathew VanDyke and Ukrainian nationals Maksym Honcharuk Petro Hubra Ivan Sukmanovskyi Marian Stefankiv Taras Slyviak and Viktor Kaminskyi are in NIA custody and they face charges under the stringent provisions of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act UAPAThe training was not restricted to just traditional warfare but also the use of drone technology It was found that the accused had managed to smuggle in drones and jamming gear from Europe They had used tourist visas as a cover to carry out smuggling activityThis group according to the investigators has been active since 2024 They regularly travelled to Myanmar and trained insurgent groups in drone warfare facilitating the movement of advanced drone equipment from Europe and also electronic jammingAn Intelligence Bureau official said that this is a dangerous precedent being set The network is much larger than it appears and these persons were in for a long haul where the northeast was the targetThe official added that in recent years many have visited the Northeast especially Mizoram and it was found that most of them were not genuine tourists These could have come on reconnaissance missions and also with the intent of meeting with members of insurgent groups and recruiting another official saidThis issue had also been flagged by Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma in the state Assembly in 2024 This case has been a wakeup call and henceforth the scrutiny of those visiting the northeastern states will be much higherThe arrest of these persons and such a dangerous discovery have not been an overnight revelation The NIA has been watching the developments for three months and the accused persons were under the scannerAnother official said that Mizoramâs porous border has become a boon for foreign mercenaries Thanks to the nature of this border and the support that they get from certain Myanmarbased groups the mercenaries are easily able to undertake training exercises and also smuggle in drones and other weaponsIntelligence agencies say that there is a clear indication of a reviving insurgency in the northeast The sophistication with which this operation was being carried out and the involvement of foreign nationals only show the extent to which these elements were ready to go and disturb peace in the northeastOfficials say that in addition to probing this case indepth and understanding the larger picture the focus would also be on security at the border India will also be working closely with Russia on this as well as future cases It was Russia that provided the first tipoff following which the NIA kept monitoring these persons for three months before actingOfficials say that the local police too have a huge task on hand It is important to identify each and every local and their modules within the northeast if such incidents are to be prevented in the region The situation in the region is a delicate one and foreign elements will look to take advantage of the same and stoke tensionsAnother official said that it has taken a lot to restore normalcy in the northeast This has not gone down too well with many foreign elements They are aware that if violence breaks out in this region it would be a huge task to restore normalcy the official also added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/foreign-mercenary-plot-in-northeast-exposed-local-network-under-nia-scanner-666075.html Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:01:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/cisf-army-collaborate-to-enhance-professional-competence-in-drone-operations-665918.html New Delhi March 22 The Central Industrial Force CISF and the Indian Army have collaborated to enhance the central security forces professional competence in drone operations A media statement said that a professional Drone Training Session for CISF personnel of ASG Indore was conducted at the Army War College Mhow Madhya Pradesh The session covered key aspects of drone operations flight safety regulations and surveillance protocols aimed at further strengthening operational preparedness and technological proficiencyThe CISF statement said the training conducted in collaboration with the Indian Army reflects its continued focus on capacity building skill enhancement and integration of modern technologies for effective security operationsWith the growing threat of drone and cyberattacks on vital installations which have emerged as new security challenges the CISF has prepared plans to counter such threatsAs part of the strategy the force has taken up drone and antidrone training in a major way It has established a drone training and antidrone capability training centre in its unit at Behror in RajasthanThe Union Ministry of Home Affairs MHA has already granted approval for establishing the Remote Pilot Training Organisation for training on drone operation and antidrone systemsUnion Home Minister Amit Shah recently highlighted the role of the Central Industrial Security Force CISF in the nations security apparatusIn his address at the 57th Raising Day ceremony of the central security agency on March 6 he said that CISF will now be responsible for aerial threat management at critical sites including airports seaports and industrial hubs apart from its existing responsibilitiesCISF has been providing security to 70 airports across the country and 361 other important institutions It has managed security for many key projects such as Kartavya Bhavan Seva Teerth Noida International Airport Navi Mumbai Airport Lengpui Airport Jawaharpur Thermal Power Project and Bhakra Dam Project IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/cisf-army-collaborate-to-enhance-professional-competence-in-drone-operations-665918.html Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/parents-of-jampk-students-stranded-in-azerbaijan-seek-centres-urgent-intervention-665950.html Srinagar March 22 Parents of over 200 Jammu and Kashmir students stranded at the Azerbaijan border on Sunday demanded urgent Central government intervention for the safe return of their children Anxious parents have sought help for the safe return of these students as they face severe financial and health issuesThese parents have told reporters that more than 200 students are studying in Isfahan and Golestan provinces of Iran The parents said that these students have successfully crossed the IranArmenia border as the first essential step to return to their countryParents allege that the students have been left to arrange their travel independently placing a heavy financial burden on already distressed familiesâWe have been bearing all the expenses ourselves The government must at least facilitate their return at this crucial timeâ said one of the parents expressing frustration over what they described as inadequate logistical supportSeveral batches of students were expected to return to India between March 20 and March 25 including those from Shiraz UniversityIndian engineering students from Kerman have also reached the IranArmenia border and are currently awaiting visa clearances However the situation remains grim at the Azerbaijan border where over 100 Indian students are reportedly stranded due to procedural delaysOnly around 6 to 10 students are being issued exit codes each day which has significantly slowed down the evacuation process the parents saidMany students have been stuck at the border since March 12 missing scheduled flights and incurring heavy financial lossesParents claimed that around 250 Kashmiri students remain stuck at the Azerbaijan border with several suffering from chest infections and influenzalike symptoms while access to proper medical care remains limitedA total of 151 Indian students managed to cross the IranAzerbaijan border in the last 24 hours Some students with tickets for March 14 18 19 and 20 were allowed to cross but those students who had bookings for March 15 16 and 17 are still stranded the parents saidDespite some progress the overall situation remains critical Hundreds of students are still stranded at various border points grappling with financial hardships health risks and uncertainty as families continue to appeal for swift and comprehensive government intervention to ensure their safe return homeOver 1200 Kashmiri students were studying in Iran when the present conflict began on February 28Ministry of Foreign Affairs MEA has been in constant touch with the Iranian authorities to ensure that all Indian students are able to safely leave for their country IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/parents-of-jampk-students-stranded-in-azerbaijan-seek-centres-urgent-intervention-665950.html Sun, 22 Mar 2026 15:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ins-trikand-concludes-seychelles-visit-boosts-defence-ties-with-exercise-lamitiye-debut-665951.html New Delhi March 22 INS Trikand a frontline stealth frigate of the Indian Navy has departed from Port Victoria in Seychelles after successfully completing an engaging and productive port call During the visit Captain Sachin Kulkarni Commanding Officer of the ship called on senior government officials of Seychelles as well as the High Commissioner of India to the island nation The ship also handed over critical spares and essential stores to the Government of Seychelles as part of ongoing cooperationThe port call which began on March 16 concluded on March 20 and featured a range of operational and collaborative engagements between the two countriesINS Trikand also participated in the first triservices edition of Exercise Lamitiye 2026 alongside personnel from the Indian Army Indian Air Force and the Seychelles Defence Forces SDF This marked the maiden participation of the Indian Navy in the exerciseAs part of the harbour phase specialised Visit Board Search and Seizure VBSS training was conducted onboard including joint boarding drills involving personnel from both sidesThe exercise then progressed to the sea phase during which INS Trikand operated alongside SCGS Le Vigilant and carried out joint boarding operations at sea These operations involved a combined team of Indian Navy Marine Commandos and special forces from the Seychelles Defence ForcesSubsequently troops from the Indian Army and the Seychelles Defence Forces carried out coordinated landing operations on Praslin Island demonstrating joint operational capabilitiesSenior officials of the Seychelles Defence Forces including Chief of Defence Forces Major General Michael Rosette and Deputy Chief Brigadier Jean Attala along with other officers embarked on INS Trikand during the sea phase to observe the exerciseOfficials said the exercise served as a platform to enhance interoperability and deepen maritime cooperation between India and SeychellesThe name Lamitiye which translates to âfriendshipâ in the Creole language reflects the longstanding and close ties shared between the two nationsThe port call is in line with Indias vision of MAHASAGAR Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Region and underscores the Indian Navys commitment to remain a preferred security partner and first responder in the Indian Ocean Region IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ins-trikand-concludes-seychelles-visit-boosts-defence-ties-with-exercise-lamitiye-debut-665951.html Sun, 22 Mar 2026 15:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/civilian-iaf-staffer-held-in-pakistan-linked-espionage-case-665977.html Jaipur March 22 In a major counterespionage operation the Rajasthan Intelligence has busted an espionage network operating in the country by arresting a civilian employee posted at the Chabua Air Force Station in Assam The accused was allegedly passing sensitive information related to the Indian Air Force IAF to Pakistani handlers According to Additional Director General of Police Intelligence Prafulla Kumar the case originated in January 2026 with the arrest of Jhabararam a resident of Jaisalmer During his questioning and subsequent investigation the involvement of another suspect Sumit Kumar came to light He was found to be in continuous contact with Pakistani intelligence agenciesInvestigations revealed that Sumit Kumar 36 son of Beni Madhav and a resident of Lahurpar in Prayagraj Uttar Pradesh was working as a MultiTasking Staff MTS at the Chabua Air Force Station in Dibrugarh AssamMisusing his position he allegedly collected confidential information from the Air Force establishment and transmitted it to Pakistani handlers through social media platforms Acting in coordination with Air Force Intelligence New Delhi Rajasthan Intelligence detained the accused from Chabua and brought him to the Central Interrogation Centre in JaipurDuring joint interrogation by multiple intelligence agencies it was revealed that he had been in contact with a Pakistani intelligence agency since 2023 and had been sharing sensitive information in exchange for moneyFurther questioning disclosed that the accused had shared crucial details not only about the Chabua Air Force Station but also about other defence installations including the Nal Air Force Station in Bikaner district The leaked information reportedly included locations of fighter aircraft missile systems and confidential data related to officers and personnelHe also assisted Pakistani handlers in creating social media accounts using mobile numbers registered in his own nameIn connection with the case the accused was formally arrested on Sunday March 22 at the Special Police Station in Jaipur under relevant provisions of the Official Secrets Act 1923 and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita BNS 2023Officials said the operation has exposed a Pakistanbacked espionage network active in the country and further investigation is underway IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/civilian-iaf-staffer-held-in-pakistan-linked-espionage-case-665977.html Sun, 22 Mar 2026 22:40:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/temple-targets-spy-rings-feeding-isis-pre-poll-communal-strategy-665860.html New Delhi March 21 The spy rings that the Indian agencies have been unearthing in recent months were not just focussing on providing sensitive information regarding the Indian armed forces Within the espionage network there are a bunch of people who were instructed to only focus on places of religious worship Investigations have revealed that these persons were specifically told to scout for information relating to places of religious worship Many had gathered information regarding Hindu temples in various parts of the countryAn Intelligence Bureau official said that temples are being increasingly scanned by these elements This clearly signals that these people were providing information on temples so that the ISI could plot attacks An attack on a temple would lead to communal tensions and this is what the Pakistan spy agency has been aiming forThe official added that recent intercepts and the ongoing investigations into the espionage cases have revealed that the Pakistanbased elements are focussing heavily on hitting temples in India This is being done with the intention of inciting communal tensions in IndiaInciting communal violence is a stronger tool for the ISI when compared to a terror attack Such violence spreads easily and this causes a greater deal of instabilityMoreover there are elections that are round the corner in multiple states and if violence erupts at such a time it would add to the stress of the security mechanismOfficials say that in the first phase the spies have been asked to scout and provide information about smaller templesOnce the first phase of the plan is implemented then the idea was to move on to bigger places of worship the official also addedAnother disturbing trend that has come to light is that the spies recruited by the Pakistanis have been told to place cameras at sensitive locations This came to light during a probe by the Ghaziabad police following the arrest of six people from the Kaushambi area on March 14It was learnt that these persons had managed to install a camera at the Delhi Cantt railway station This helped the ISI in securing live feed from the stationSimilarly the members of the espionage network were told to install cameras near temples so that the logistics could be secured liveAccess to a live camera means that the planners of the terror attack will get to study the security detail liveThe changes and other details are also easily accessible to these elementsInciting communal tensions has been an old trick of the ISI Even when the Citizen Amendment Act CAA was passed there were several ISIbacked elements who ran a disinformation campaign that led to communal riots in many placesThe Intelligence agencies had that time warned that the ISIbacked elements have infiltrated the protests and are looking to spin a communal angle to the actEven the Pahalgam attack was aimed at inciting communal tensions apart from trying to ruin the tourism industry in Jammu and KashmirThe terrorists who carried out the attack asked the victims about their religion before killing themIt was a clear sign that the main ploy was to incite communal tensions and bring about a rift between the people of Jammu and Kashmir and those living in other parts of IndiaAnother official said that the ISIbacked elements are looking to carry out a major strike on places of worship ahead of the elections that will be held in April These elements are aware that elections are taking place in sensitive states and hence would look to take advantage of the situationElections are being held in West Bengal Tamil Nadu Kerala Assam and in the Union Territory of Puducherry Security is a concern in all these states as both internal and external elements would look to drum up communal tensionsAn official said that a close watch must be kept on religious sites as this is the time these elements would look to carry out a strike IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/temple-targets-spy-rings-feeding-isis-pre-poll-communal-strategy-665860.html Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/peaceful-eid-ul-fitr-celebrations-across-country-under-tight-security-665865.html New Delhi March 21 Streets in various parts of the country on Saturday witnessed increased police deployment as the country celebrates the EidulFitr festival along with the ongoing nineday Chaitra Navratri festival EidulFitr which signifies the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan is being observed by Muslims across the globe including India with prayers feasts and gatherings on Saturday In a gesture of communal harmony and brotherhood members of the Hindu community in Jaipur showered flower petals on Muslim worshippers who offered EidulFitr namaz at an EidgahMeanwhile the area around the Ajmer Sharif Dargah in Rajasthan was kept on alert as police personnel kept vigil during the EidulFitr prayers at the dargahSecurity has also been tightened near Delhis Jamia Hamdard University on the occasion of EidulFitr as people gathered at mosques to offer prayersDeputy Commissioner of Police North Delhi Raja Banthia told reporters We have made very elaborate and detailed arrangements for Eid Preparations started 3â4 days in advance focussing on crowd management movement and proper placement of people Apart from this we have conducted meetings of the Peace committee and with leaders from all religious communities to avoid any rumours or problems Heavy police force has been deployedA heavy deployment of around 150200 police personnel has been put in place in the Uttam Nagar area of New Delhi to maintain law and order and to ensure that people can offer prayers peacefully The steppedup security measures follow the Delhi High Courts direction on Thursday which instructed the police and local administration in Uttam Nagar to take all necessary steps to maintain peace and ensure a secure environment during the Eid festivitiesNotably tensions in the area had escalated earlier following an incident on the day of Holi when a minor altercation spiralled into a violent clash that resulted in the death of a 26yearold man Tarun KumarHeightened security deployment was also witnessed in several districts and sensitive areas of Uttar Pradesh Police said that security arrangements have been underway for weeks to ensure harmony during the festivitiesIn the states Sambhal district which had seen an outbreak of violence in 2024 security was beefed up as Muslims gathered to offer prayer at mosquesDistrict Magistrate of Uttar Pradeshs Hardoi Anunay Jha said Namaz has been peacefully offered at the Eidgah Namaz at the Jama Masjid will also be offered Everything is happening peacefullyHardois Superintendent of Police SP Ashok Kumar Meena added At all Eidgahs and mosques magistrates and police personnel have been deployed All officers are actively monitoring their respective areas All arrangements including cleanliness is being taken care ofIn Moradabad large crowds gathered at the Eidgah for Eid alFitr prayers as District Magistrate DM Anuj Kumar Singh and Senior Superintendent of Police Satpal Antil reached the venue to review security arrangementsDM Anuj Kumar Singh said Eid prayers were offered today and I would like to thank all the citizens of our city I would especially like to thank the administration and police for their excellent arrangements and cooperation The administration and police remained actively engaged throughout In addition all our voluntary organisations and civil defence personnel were also present and worked together due to which people could offer namaz peacefullySimilarly security measures were also beefed up in Madhya Pradesh in view of Eid and Chaitra Navratri festivalsDewas City Superintendent of Police Sumit Agarwal said Police force has been deployed across mosques and intersections Teams are deployed for patrolling and 200300 personnel have been deployed in the city with others in reserve Police fixpoints have also been set up in sensitive areas We are also monitoring CCTV footages IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/peaceful-eid-ul-fitr-celebrations-across-country-under-tight-security-665865.html Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bruised-on-all-fronts-asim-munir-eyes-sectarian-flashpoint-in-pakistan-665872.html New Delhi March 21 Pakistan is in need of multiple diversions as it faces setbacks on multiple fronts The war in Afghanistan and the battle with the Balochistan Liberation Army BLA and TehreekeTaliban Pakistan TTP has left the security apparatus in Pakistan badly bruised The pressure on Field Marshal Asim Munir who is the head of the army is immense and he is in need of a major diversion Indian agencies tracking the developments in Pakistan say that Munirâs next move is to incite violence between the Sunnis and ShiasThe army chief is following in the footsteps of General ZiaulHaq who ran a major campaign to suppress the Shias in PakistanSince the beginning of the war in Iran the Shias have been targeted in Pakistan The rallies carried out in solidarity for Iran are being branded as antinational and antiSunniAsim Munir during a recent event humiliated the Shia Muslims and said that if they love Iran so much they should go to IranThis is a clear attempt at inciting tensions and hoping that the Shias would indulge in violence This in turn would lead to a major escalation of violence between the Shia and majority Sunni Muslim population in PakistanAnother official said that this latest ploy by Asim Munir is clearly aimed at dividing the population Hostilities between the Shias and Sunnis in Pakistan is nothing new However to stoke tensions at a time when the war in Iran is on is a dangerous game by the Pakistan army chiefThe Shia community has expressed shock following the triviality with which Asim Munir spoke about the communityPakistan watchers say that there are multiple reasons why the army chief has raked up the Shia issue again He has been doing this subtly for long but currently he has taken it to another level Munir is clearly trying to further the rift by painting a picture that the Shias have their loyalties elsewhereThe Shias have been trying to remind the army chief that their loyalties are not elsewhere and they would not go against their countryExpressing solidarity with Iran is not a crime and Munir is wrong in terming this as an act that is antinational the Shias sayOfficials say that the Pakistan army chief could not care less about the sentiments of the Shia community He is caught between the devil and the deep sea and all he wants is a diversion even if it meant that his country burns due to a communal conflictMunir is fed up of explaining to the people about the need for battles on multiple fronts especially when the economy of the country is dying with each passing dayFurther the war in Iran prompted the Pakistani establishment to take several austerity measures that included a hike in fuel prices All these measures are not helping and is having a bad impact on the common man officials sayWhile the internal strife is one part of the reason why Munir is trying to incite the Shias against the Sunnis the other remains the Saudi Arabia angleQuestions are being asked about Pakistanâs commitment to the pact by which it has to join the war if Saudi Arabia is being attacked The pact between the two countries says that an attack on either countries would be considered as an attack on bothIn the ongoing war Saudi Arabia has been targeted many times by missiles from Iran Officials say that the fact is that Pakistan may have signed the pact but in reality it does not have the bandwidth or resources to join the warThe Shias have been very vocal about their support for Iran since the war commenced This has not gone down too well with Saudi Arabia as the country views Iran as an enemyMunir is under pressure to shut down these voices and that explains the reason why he is desperate for an outbreak of violence between the Shia and Sunni Muslims in Pakistan IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bruised-on-all-fronts-asim-munir-eyes-sectarian-flashpoint-in-pakistan-665872.html Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-navy-to-commission-taragiri-on-april-3-showcasing-indias-aatmanirbhar-push-665888.html New Delhi March 21 IANS The Indian Navy is set to commission its latest stealth frigate INS Taragiri F41 on April 3 It will serve as a powerful testament to the nations journey toward becoming a completely selfreliant naval powernbspThe commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and is expected to highlight the countrys growing indigenous capabilities in naval powerINS Taragiri is the fourth vessel under the Project 17A class of stealth frigates and represents a major advancement over earlier warship designs Driven by a Combined Diesel or Gas CODOG propulsion plant Taragiri is designed for HighSpeed High Endurance versatility and multidimensional maritime operationsBuilt by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited MDL in Mumbai the 6670tonne warship incorporates over 75 per cent indigenous contentThe project reflects the success of the governments Make in India and Aatmanirbharta initiatives with contributions from more than 200 Micro Small and Medium Enterprises MSMEs supporting thousands of jobs across the countryBeyond its role as a premier hunter of the seas Taragiri is built for the complexities of modern diplomacy and humanitarian crises Its flexible mission profile makes it ideal for everything from highintensity combat to Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief HADRINS Taragiri is armed with an advanced suite of weapons and sensors including supersonic surfacetosurface missiles mediumrange surfacetoair missiles and a dedicated antisubmarine warfare systemThese capabilities are integrated through a sophisticated combat management system allowing rapid and coordinated responses to threats in complex operational environmentsThe Indian Navy continues to grow as a combatready cohesive credible Aatmanirbhar force safeguarding the seas for a Viksit Samriddha Bharat guarded by ships designed by Indians built by Indians and operated by IndiansTaragiri stands ready for a promising future as a beacon of rising maritime power and an ironclad guardian of our blue frontiersIANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-navy-to-commission-taragiri-on-april-3-showcasing-indias-aatmanirbhar-push-665888.html Sat, 21 Mar 2026 13:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/critical-infra-in-crosshairs-as-drone-threat-from-insurgents-external-elements-looms-over-northeast-665761.html New Delhi March 20 The Northeastern states have always been on the radar of external elements This explains why insurgency lasted so long in the region And now some militant groups are trying to launch drone strikes targeting critical infrastructure in the region The Prime Minister Narendra Modi government since 2014 has laid plenty of emphasis on the northeastern states and showered it with infrastructure development and inclusionWhile a large part of the Northeast has embraced these moves there are external elements who are hellbent on reviving insurgency an Intelligence Bureau official revealedMyanmar remains a major headache for India While Myanmar has been used by insurgent groups as a training ground now the Indian security agencies are dealing with a massive problem of dronesMany insurgent groups are now trying to launch drone strikes targeting oil refineries military infrastructure dams and other critical infrastructure for the northeastern statesIn particular infrastructure that has been set up since 2014 has become the primary target of these groups who have the backing of external elementsThe drones are in fact becoming a major worry as there are plenty of drones which are ready to be launched from Myanmar into the northeastern states officials sayIn recent months banned insurgent groups such as ULFA NSCN and Kuki Zoaligned outfits have gained access to not just expertise but even technologyThese groups with the help of external support have managed to build capabilities and are capable of carrying out precision strikes in the northeastern statesIn addition to infrastructure on the hit list of these groups are the Assam Rifles and Army posts near the ManipurMyanmar borderThey also have on their radar the Indian Air Force IAF bases at Tezpur and Chabua Officials say that the idea is to target these assets with the drones that they have managed to accumulate over the last many monthsMore details on these operations are emerging following the arrest of seven foreign nationals which includes six Ukrainians and an American They have been accused of being involved in a proxy destabilisation plot The National Investigation Agency NIA is probing this caseThe agency has so far learned that these people were allegedly equipping and training armed ethnic groups across the IndiaMyanmar border All these groups have links with the insurgents operating in the northeastern statesThis is not just a runofthemill warfare that these elements are planning They are using sophisticated equipment and plan on targeting high value infrastructureThe NIA will also look at the violence that engulfed Manipur in 2024 There were inputs about foreign hands being involved in such actions with the intention of destabilising ManipurEven during that time the agencies found that the Kuki militants had used sophisticated equipment Drones were used to drop 40 bombs in Imphal West which led to several civilians losing their livesThe PLA insurgent group too had used drones to carry out an attack on a temporary base set up by the Assam RiflesAnother official said that the intention is not just to disrupt peace The idea is to carry out strikes on infrastructure that could completely derail developmentIntelligence inputs suggest that these insurgent groups have on their radar ONGC oilfields in Assam and Arunachal PradeshAny precision hit on these oilfields would lead to massive economic disruptionThese groups are also looking to hit hydroelectric projects in Manipur and MizoramHitting such projects not only creates a flood risk but will also trigger blackouts Officials say that the recent arrests were made in the nick of time More details will emerge as investigations progressIt is important for the NIA to find out the entire plan so that work on dismantling such terror infrastructure could take place the official also added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/critical-infra-in-crosshairs-as-drone-threat-from-insurgents-external-elements-looms-over-northeast-665761.html Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/eid-ul-fitr-2026-security-heightened-across-country-665800.html New Delhi March 20 Security arrangements in various parts of the country has been beefed up for EidulFitr celebrations as worshippers gathered for prayers on the last day of Ramzan ahead of the festival Clerics in India announced that EidulFitr will be celebrated on Saturday after the crescent moon was not sighted on Thursday evening However Kerala celebrated the festival on Friday itselfIn Uttarakhand Hardois Superintendent of Police SP Ashok Kumar Meena said that elaborate security arrangements have been made in view of the EidulFitr festival and the ongoing Chaitra NavratriFor todays Alvida Namaz we are conducting a flag march in various places and have also posted police personnel at all mosques The district has been divided into sectors and zones There is no problem anywhereWe are also keeping an eye on any kind of antisocial elementsHeavy police deployment was also witnessed in Delhis Uttam Nagar following a Delhi High Court directive ordering the police and civil administration in the area to take all necessary measures in order to ensure a secure and peaceful environment during Eid festivitiesTensions have prevailed in the area since the murder of 26yearold Tarun Kumar during Holi celebrations on March 4After the conduct of the route march as part of security measures SP of Uttar Pradeshs Mau Sri Elamaran G said We are conducting full patrolling and checking Apart from police personnel who will be posted in civil uniform Provincial Armed Constabulary PAC personnel will also be posted We have conducted meetings with everybody both at the district and police levelHe also mentioned that drones are being used for surveillance throughout the festivitiesBiharâs sensitive Bhagalpur district has been placed on alert ahead of Eid Chaiti Chhath and Ram Navami festivals Special instructions have been given to various security forces and committeesSenior Superintendent of Police Pramod Kumar Yadav conducted a mock drill in Bhagalpur as part of preparations District Magistrate Nawal Kishore Choudhary informed IANS that given the multiple festivals in March and the sensitivity of the city the administration is on high alert and actively monitoring the situationSecurity was also heightened across Hyderabadâs Old City as authorities deployed tight measures around Mecca Masjid and Charminar ensuring a peaceful JumuatulWida last Friday before Eid gathering ahead of EidulFitrAfter offering prayers at a mosque in Karnatakas Mangaluru Assembly Speaker UT Khader Fareed said I wish each and every one the best wishes for EidulFitr The message of every religious festival is peace sharing our culture having unity and a peaceful society a peaceful country and a peaceful worldTamil Nadus Madurai and Coimbatore also witnessed large gatherings of Muslim worshippers to offer special prayersMeanwhile as Kerala celebrated EidulFitr on Friday nominees from the CPIMled Left Democratic Front the Congressled United Democratic Front and the BJPled National Democratic Alliance visited prayer venues across the state early in the morning in view of the April 9 Assembly election in the state IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/eid-ul-fitr-2026-security-heightened-across-country-665800.html Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-police-moving-into-dense-forests-to-neutralise-terrorists-dgp-nalin-prabhat-665471.html Jammu March 18 JampK DGP Nalin Prabhat said on Tuesday that under its changed counterâterror tactics the JampK Police is moving into dense forests and rugged mountains to neutralise terroristsâ Addressing the passingâout parade of police constables at the STC Talwara in Reasi district DGP Prabhat said the police had changed its counterâterror strategy and was now carrying out operations in dense forests and mountainous areas to neutralise terrorists operating in the regionââOver the past two years the JampK Police altered its operational strategy and intensified action in remote forests and mountains where terrorists have attempted to regroup The battle has shifted to the jungles and upper reaches We are moving upwards into these areas to get them and destroy their hideoutsâ the police chief saidâHe said the JampK Police was now actively engaging terrorists in the forests of Udhampur and Kathua districts These operations he said were aimed at countering terrorists sent by âour nefarious neighbour PakistanâââWe are not allowing them to succeed in their evil plansâ he assertedâRecalling last yearâs âOperation Mahadevâ the DGP said security forces eliminated three Pakistani terrorists during the operationââThe terrorists were responsible for the killing of 26 civilians in the Baisaran Pahalgam area Police had pursued them deep inside the forest before neutralising themâ he saidâThe JampK Police Chief also highlighted the forceâs outreach programmes and its engagement with local communities across the Union TerritoryâHe congratulated the recruits joining the Jammu and Kashmir Police and urged them to remain committed to their duties âHe said the path ahead would be challenging but expressed confidence that the new personnel would contribute significantly to maintaining peace and security in the regionâThe DGP is known for his aggressive antiâterror operations often leading the JampK Police from the frontâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-police-moving-into-dense-forests-to-neutralise-terrorists-dgp-nalin-prabhat-665471.html Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/from-war-to-sectarian-strife-pakistan-extends-afghan-blame-game-as-public-backs-it-665500.html New Delhi March 18 The war in Afghanistan is turning out to be a genocide in which Pakistan has been mercilessly targeting innocent civilians The death count of civilians following the hospital strike that killed 400 now stands at 835 Experts say that the real cause of the war is not Islamabadâs concern about terrorism Pakistan has without proof accused the Afghan Taliban of backing the TehreekeTaliban Pakistan TTP The real issue for the Pakistanis is Afghanistanâs independenceSince the Taliban returned to power in 2021 it has refused to bow down to the Pakistanis The Afghan Taliban made it clear that Afghanistan can no longer be treated as a Pakistani province The Taliban also does not want any interference when it comes to Afghanistanâs foreign policyOfficials say that the war that Pakistan started is not justified one bit While Pakistani aggression in Afghanistan is at its peak there is also a narrative that is being built up which aims at blaming the Afghans for deaths in PakistanThe Pakistani establishment which has been questioned at home about the need for the war has come up with a strategy to legitimise its actions The ISI has instructed its extremist proxies to target local Pakistanis and then pass it off as though it was carried out by the AfghansThe recent targeting of the Shia population in Pakistan has been passed off as attacks carried out by Afghans or those who had travelled to Afghanistan in recent timesAn official said that Pakistan has faced sectarian violence for a long time Pakistan however does not want to accept this as an internal problem Such problems were persistent even when the Taliban was out of power However with the start of the war and the need to justify the same the ISI is making an internal problem seem like an external oneIt is trying to put the blame on the Afghans and the Taliban for the sectarian violence that is taking place in Pakistan the official added Accusing the Afghan Taliban of backing the TTP to carry out strikes in Pakistan is also a way of misleading the Pakistani people another official saidThe TTP has been in a battle with the Pakistani establishment for a long time Attacks were carried out in Pakistan even when the Taliban was out of power in Afghanistan Further the Pakistani establishment has long tried to suggest that the TTP was created by the Afghan Taliban Another official said that this is a false narrative and the TTP is not a creation of the Afghan Taliban Why would the Afghan Taliban create a breakaway group to carry out attacks in Pakistan the official saidThe real problem began in 2021 when the Taliban refused to adhere to Pakistanâs demands and directives To justify its aggression in Afghanistan Pakistan has falsely accused the Taliban of backing the TTPAn Intelligence Bureau official said that at first there were many within Pakistan who were opposed to a war with Afghanistan However the Pakistani establishment has successfully managed to change that narrative If one looks at the social media handles being run by the Pakistanis it is filled with hate for Afghanistan There are posts which justify the killings of civilians in AfghanistanThe official explained that the attack on the OmidIbn Sina rehabilitation hospital in Kabul was the worst that the country had ever witnessed A total of 400 innocents were killed in Pakistani airstrikesPakistan however has denied that it had hit the hospital The people of Pakistan are either quiet when such incidents take place or on other occasions are seen celebrating the killings of civiliansOfficials say that the change in the mindset of the people towards Afghanistan and its people thanks to the fake narrative by the establishment is truly dangerous and disturbing Since the start of the war in late February 835 civilians have been killed in Pakistani airstrikes and shelling This includes 87 women and 22 children More than 1300 civilians have been injured and 540 homes have been destroyed Further 8000 families across Afghanistan have been displaced The Pakistanis have destroyed 26 mosques and eight madrasas five hospitals in Kabul Kandahar and NangarharHospitals are being hit at a time when there is limited medical capacity amid rising casualties The areas in Afghanistan which have been worst hit are Kabul Kandahar Nangarhar Khost Paktika Paktia Kunar and Laghman IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/from-war-to-sectarian-strife-pakistan-extends-afghan-blame-game-as-public-backs-it-665500.html Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/operation-sindoor-impact-isi-moves-from-ideology-to-cash-eyes-pan-india-logistics-network-665506.html New Delhi March 18 Post Operation Sindoor the biggest headache for Pakistan has been recruitments Prior to the operation carried out by the Indian armed forces that took down terror infrastructure recruitments into groups such as the JaisheMohammad and LashkareTayiba were free flowing An Intelligence assessment says that recruitments have fallen by nearly 30 to 40 per cent This has led to the ISI changing its strategy wherein the recruitments are more driven by money rather than ideologyThis strategy remains the same when it comes to recruiting for Islamic groups such as the JaisheMohammad and LashkareTayiba the espionage network and also the Khalistan terror groups an official saidThe ISI realised that ideology is not exactly a driving force any longer The damage that Operation Sindoor has done to the morale of terror groups has automatically led to the recruitment drives falling sharplyThe ISI has however managed to find some success when it comes to drawing youth by luring them with money What is interesting the ISI is ready to recruit the youth irrespective of their religion faith or casteThe ISIâs handlers have been scouting for youth in large numbers and has been offering them huge sums of moneyThe ISI is ready to spend anything in the range of Rs 10000 to Rs 200000 depending on the role that has been assigned to the one who is being recruitedAn Intelligence Bureau official said that the lure of money has been working to some extent for the ISIThe target audience are students and those who are in need of money However an interesting aspect that has cropped up during the multiple investigations that are being carried out is that the ISI has managed to tap more into those who want to lead a highprofile lifestyleThe traction for this strategy has caught on more for those wanting to better their lifestyle rather than those who are in need of moneyAn Intelligence Bureau official says that the ISI has instructed its handlers and recruiters not to bother about the religion of the people they are recruiting This means that a module or a network would have people from various faithsThis ensures that these modules come lesser under the radar the official addedThe ISI implemented the money over ideology strategy first for the Khalistan terror networks It realised that the movement is not getting enough tractionThe ISI has been trying to exploit the drug problem that is rampant in Punjab It is reaching out to the youth and offering large sums of money so that they can pay to buy the drugs that flow into PunjabThe Intelligence agencies warn that this recruitment drive is only going to get bigger The target audience is huge and the ISI is recruiting people from all faiths to run the espionage network and also to provide logistic support to terror groupsThere is a particular concern at the border areas where Pakistani elements are trying to dig out as much information as possible on the movement of troops and military installationsIn the major cities the recruitment drive is more focussed on roping in youth to provide logistic support for the terror groups These youth are paid money to shoot videos of government offices the buildings that house the judiciary police stations railway stations among othersAnother official said that in a nutshell if one looks at the pattern the ISI is clearly not aiming for an immediate strikeIt is biding time trying to build a panIndia network and also gather as much data as possibleCurrently the Pakistanis are busy with their war against the Afghan Taliban TehreekeTaliban Pakistan TTP and the Balochistan Liberation Army BLAThe Pakistan Army is getting assistance from terror groups such as the Islamic State Khorasan Province ISKP JaisheMohammad and LashkareTayibaThe strategy that the ISI has adopted for recruitments will not only revive the agency but also all the other terror groupsThe ISI is hoping that by the time these groups revive it would have a minefield of information and an army of recruits in IndiaThe Intelligence agencies have also advised the police to keep a close tab on influencersThe Indian agencies had busted a huge network of spies which comprised influencers with a large followingThe ISI would look to target them once again and then try and win a narrative battle against India Intelligence Bureau officials say IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/operation-sindoor-impact-isi-moves-from-ideology-to-cash-eyes-pan-india-logistics-network-665506.html Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/house-democrats-seek-iran-war-answers-665394.html Washington March 17 The House Democrats are demanding that top officials from the Trump administration testify before the Congress about the diplomacy and decisionmaking that preceded the United States military conflict with Iran Representative Gregory W Meeks the ranking Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee on Monday led all Democratic members of the panel in sending a letter urging Secretary of State Marco Rubio Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Presidential adviser Jared Kushner to appear before the committeeThe lawmakers said Congress must understand the diplomatic negotiations and planning that led to the conflictThese individuals both drawn from the real estate industry rather than diplomatic or national security backgrounds were placed in charge of one of the most consequential negotiations facing the United States the members wroteThe decisions made during this process have now resulted in an unauthorised military conflict with Iran with profound consequences for the security of the American people the stability of the Middle East and global energy markets that directly affect American familiesThe Democrats said Congress has a constitutional duty to examine how negotiations unfolded and what strategy guided the administration before the use of forceCongress has both a constitutional responsibility and a clear national interest in understanding how these negotiations were conducted what diplomatic strategy guided them and what planning preceded the use of military force the letter saidAccording to the lawmakers the US administration has repeatedly declined requests to allow Witkoff or Kushner to testify before the CongressYet despite repeated requests the Administration has declined to make Witkoff or Kushner available for testimony or briefing before Congress the letter addedThe Democrats also raised concerns that no public hearing has been held on the issueAt the same time the Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee has declined to hold a public hearing on these matters with Administration witnesses the letter said adding that congressional oversight during a military conflict is a fundamental part of the constitutional system of checks and balancesThe lawmakers said that if the US administration believes its Iran strategy has been justified it should be willing to explain its decisions publiclyIf the Administration believes its approach toward Iran has been successful and justified then it should welcome the opportunity to explain its decisions to Congress and the American people the members wroteThe letter formally asked the US President to direct Witkoff and Kushner to appear before the committee for a public hearing as soon as possibleIt also requested that Rubio and Hegseth testify so lawmakers can examine the US administrations strategy toward IranThe stakes of the current conflict including risks to US service members regional stability and the global economy demand transparency and accountability the lawmakers wroteCongress and the American people deserve a clear explanation of the diplomatic and strategic decisions that brought us to this momentThe letter was signed by Meeks and more than twenty Democratic members of the committee including Joaquin Castro William Keating Greg Stanton Pramila Jayapal Brad Sherman Jim Costa and Ami Bera IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/house-democrats-seek-iran-war-answers-665394.html Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/hidden-camera-at-delhi-cantt-station-part-of-pakistan-linked-espionage-plot-665386.html New Delhi March 16 The Ghaziabad Police which arrested six people in connection with an espionage case has learnt that the racket was being managed by operatives from Pakistan The police learnt that the accused people focussed largely on targets in Mumbai and the National Capital Region NCR The police arrested six people and during their questioning they revealed that they were being paid by Pakistanis to dig out sensitive information and share itThe payments were assignmentbased and would range from Rs 10000 to Rs 15000The instructions to get information on sensitive sites were given to the accused by a Pakistani handler through WhatsApp The police traced the WhatsApp number to PakistanThe accused said that they filmed sensitive locations in Mumbai and NCR These included RPF and GRP deployment points and offices of security agenciesThey also filmed railway stations the police learnt It was also revealed that the accused persons had installed a hidden camera at the Delhi Cantt Railway Station several months back This gave the Pakistani handlers live footage of the railway station and the surrounding areasAfter it was learnt that the accused had also passed on sensitive information about railway infrastructure Defence areas and government offices an alert has been soundedThe arrested persons are Raj Valmiki 19 from Auraiya Siva Valmiki 20 from Badaun Ritik Gangwar 23 from Shahjahanpur Suhai Malik 23 from Bijnor and Sane Iram 25 alias Mehak from KaushambiEight mobile phones used to film sensitive areas and pass on the information to Pakistan were seized from the accusedThey have been booked under the Sections 152 and 612 of the BNS and Sections 3 and 5 of the Official Secrets ActFurther the police learnt that multiple photos had been shared Calls records to the Pakistani handler are currently being scrutinisedSome of the data has been deleted and the police is in the process of retrieving itOfficials part of the probe say that these people were also told to recruit more persons The idea was to spread this espionage network and gather more informationAnother official said that the worrisome part about this network and plot is the installation of a camera at the Delhi Cantt Railway Station as this gives live images of such sensitive locations The same can be used to carry out real time surveillance which in turn could be used to plan terror attacksRailway stations and Indiaâs trains have for long been on the radar of the Pakistanis another official saidThis development comes just days after six people from Masuri were charged under the provisions of the UAPA for following banned terror groups and sharing propaganda content on WhatsAppSince Operation Sindoor the agencies are noting a pattern in which the Pakistanis have increased espionage activities in IndiaThe ISI had even got in touch with influencers and used them to gather information about IndiaInfluencer Jyoti Malhotra was also tasked with posting content on her YouTube channel that showed Pakistan in good lightAn Intelligence Bureau official says that such activity would continue to rise and the agencies must be on the lookoutNationwide crackdowns have been conducted by the National Investigation Agency and state police which have led to several networks being busted IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/hidden-camera-at-delhi-cantt-station-part-of-pakistan-linked-espionage-plot-665386.html Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ips-transfers-sps-of-22-districts-transferred-in-rajasthan-665167.html Jaipur March 14 The Rajasthan government late on Friday night abruptly replaced the Police Superintendents of 22 districts Including these 22 SPs the Rajasthan government transferred a total of 64 officers belonging to the Indian Police Service IPS Among these 9 officers who were promoted from the rank of Police Superintendent have been appointed as Deputy Inspectors General DIGSeveral officers associated with the Cyber Crime wing the AntiCorruption Bureau ACB and the AntiNarcotics wing have also been transferredAccording to the orders issued by the Department of Personnel Ajay Singh has been appointed as Additional Commissioner of PoliceI in Jaipur Yogesh Yadav has been transferred from the AntiNarcotics wing to the ATS as DIG and Rashi Dogra Dudi has been transferred from her post as SP Jaipur Rural to assume the responsibility of DIG in the CIDCBVinay Kumar DH has been appointed as the AidedeCamp ADC to the Governor DIG Anand Sharma has been posted to the JDA Ramamurthy Joshi has been appointed as DIG ACB Udaipur and Sumit Mehrada has been appointed as SP Cyber Crime JaipurMonika Sen has been posted as SP in Pali Dr Amrita Duhan in Udaipur PD Nitya in Jaipur Rural and Jayeshtha Maitreya in Banswara Ranjita Sharma has been appointed as Deputy Commissioner of Police DCP for Jaipur City East while Prashant Kiran has been appointed as Deputy Commissioner of Police DCP for Jaipur City WestRanjita Sharma belongs to the 2019 batch while Prashant Kiran is an officer from the 2021 batchNischay Prasad M a 2021batch officer has been appointed as the Deputy Commissioner of Police Traffic in JaipurPushpendra Singh Rathore has been appointed as the Superintendent of Police SP for Sirohi while Kamal Shekhawat has been posted as the Deputy Commissioner of Police DCP for Jodhpur West both officers were previously stationed in JaipurThe AntiNarcotics Task Force has been strengthened to tighten the grip on drugrelated crimesDIG Yogesh Yadav has been transferred from this force to the ATS and DIG Abhijit Singh has been appointed to replace himAdditionally Amit Jain has been posted as the SP within this same force IG Vikas Kumar is already stationed thereFollowing a recent administrative reshuffle several officers have been given new postings across districts in RajasthanSudhir Joshi has been posted to Jhunjhunu Sanjeev Nain to Jaipur Rural Narendra Singh to Barmer and Monica Sen to PaliGyan Chandra Yadav has been assigned to Churu while Narendra Singh Meena will serve in Hanumangarh and Mridul Kachhawa in BikanerSatveer Singh has been posted to KotputliBehror and Satnam Singh to PhalodiHarsh Vardhan Agarwala has been appointed in Ajmer Dr Amrita Duhan in Udaipur and PD Nitya in Jodhpur RuralPiyush Dixit has been posted to Karauli Bishanaram to Salumber and Pushpendra Singh Rathore to Sirohi Avneesh Kumar Sharma will take charge in Bundi while Jayeshtha Maitreyi has been posted to BanswaraBrijesh Jyoti Upadhyay has been appointed in Bhiwadi and will also hold additional charge of KhairthalTijaraHari Shankar has been posted to Sri Ganganagar Hemant Kalal to Rajsamand Kamble Sharan Gopinath to Deeg and Roshan Meena to Nagaur IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ips-transfers-sps-of-22-districts-transferred-in-rajasthan-665167.html Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/iskp-expands-propaganda-network-indian-agencies-flag-surge-in-volunteer-channels-665210.html New Delhi March 14 With the war raging on in Afghanistan the Islamic State Khorasan Province ISKP has stepped up its propaganda media narrative Indian Intelligence agencies say that in addition to the exisiting propaganda channels the ISKP has set up semimedia organisations This has been done with the intention of ensuring that the propaganda campaign remains sustained However what the Indian agencies worry most about is the lakhs of channels that have come up voluntarily in support of the ISKPOfficials say that this strategy works perfectly for the ISKP When official and semiofficial channels come under scrutiny the ISKP shuts them down temporarily This is when the voluntary channels come in handy officials sayThese channels create content based on the ideology of the Islamic State This helps the ISKP keep the narrative alive and at the same time there is zero investmentAnother official said that the propaganda is always out there considering the number of voluntary channels that have come up It is extremely difficult for the agencies to keep track of so many channels Every time a channel is blocked there are many others that come up an Intelligence Bureau official saidThe agencies are also keeping a close watch on the Khorasan Ghag Radio and alAzaim Foundation The radio channel has of late been conducting plenty of discussions on the global situation The war in Iran and the Afghanistan issue are the primary topics of debateThe foundation on the other hand publishes books relating to Islam and the Sharia Law These books primarily focus on the implementation of the Sharia Law The radio on the other hand has held over 150 discussionsThe content produced by these official channels of the Islamic State is picked up by the voluntary accounts created by individuals They are being circulated in large numbers across the world As has been reported in recent times this content which is mainly created in Arabic is being translated using Artificial Intelligence AI The translated content helps the outfit reach a larger audience officials sayIntelligence agencies say that there has been a surge in this kind of activity in recent months and this is worrying Another official explained that there has been a special focus on the Indian audience and such content is very high in circulation in the Southern statesThe ultimate goal is to ensure that a large number of people are radicalised and make sure that they subscribe to the thought process of the Islamic State This according to the outfit would in the long run not just change the way people think but also ensure that recruitments take place in large numbersThe outfit is in desperate need for people especially in its battle in Afghanistan There have been many instances especially in states like Kerala where people have left the country and joined the ISKPThe Intelligence agencies say what has made the situation even more worrisome is the new found love between the ISKP and PakistanThe Pakistanis have roped in the outfit to fight its battle in Balochistan and also against the TehreekeTaliban Pakistan TTP In return Pakistan would help the ISKP with its propaganda drive to ensure that such radical content has an even bigger reach officials explain IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/iskp-expands-propaganda-network-indian-agencies-flag-surge-in-volunteer-channels-665210.html Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/west-asia-war-pm-modi-speaks-to-iranian-prez-stresses-safety-of-indians-and-energy-transit-664986.html New Delhi March 12 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to review the serious situation unfolding in the West Asia region In a post on X PM Modi voiced concern over the escalation of tensions pointing to the loss of civilian lives and damage to infrastructureHe underlined that the safety of Indian nationals remains the governmentâs foremost priorityThe Prime Minister also highlighted the importance of unhindered transit of goods and energy noting that disruptions could have farâreaching consequences for Indiaâs economy and regional stabilityâThe safety and security of Indian nationals along with the need for unhindered transit of goods and energy remain Indiaâs top prioritiesâ he wrotePM Modi reiterated Indiaâs commitment to peace and stability urging all sides to embrace dialogue and diplomacyHe stressed that deâescalation and constructive engagement are essential to prevent further deterioration of the situationBy tagging President Pezeshkian in his post PM Modi signalled the importance of direct communication between New Delhi and TehranThe outreach reflects Indiaâs balancing act protecting its citizens abroad safeguarding energy supplies and maintaining diplomatic channels amid heightened geopolitical volatilityThe Prime Ministerâs remarks come at a time when regional tensions have raised concerns over security trade routes and the welfare of expatriatesAlso ensuring the safe passage of tankers through the Strait of Hormuz was a key focus of a conversation between EAM Jaishankar and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi late on March 10 The two leaders discussed the evolving situation in West Asia with maritime movement through the Strait a key focus This was their third conversation since the outbreak of the Iran warIndia has consistently positioned itself as a voice for dialogue in West Asia calling for restraint and peaceful resolution of disputesIndia and Iran share deep cultural and economic ties with energy cooperation at the heart of the relationshipIran has long been a key supplier of crude oil to India while the Chabahar Port project offers New Delhi a strategic gateway for trade and connectivityInstability in West Asia directly affects Indiaâs energy security and its large diasporaNew Delhi has repeatedly advocated diplomacy and dialogue seeking to balance national interests with its role as a stakeholder in regional peaceIn February Iranâs Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed by Israel in a targeted strike on TehranThe assassination has fuelled mass mourning heightened regional tensions and raised fears of a wider conflict across West Asia IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/west-asia-war-pm-modi-speaks-to-iranian-prez-stresses-safety-of-indians-and-energy-transit-664986.html Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-eyes-high-ranking-officials-in-planned-honeytrap-spy-network-665055.html New Delhi March 13 The ISI is engaging India in an unconventional battle whereby it is using social media to pull out sensitive information Setting up modules to honeytrap officials is not new the Indian agencies have learnt that the ISI is on overdrive mode this timePakistan has laid traps to dig out sensitive information several times However this time around the primary focus has been on procuring information about Indiaâs defence sectorAn Intelligence Bureau official said that the pattern that they have been noticing is that the ISI is not looking to trap army personnel of smaller ranks The official said that the ISI is aiming to set traps for higherranking officials since they have access to very sensitive informationRecent cases have shown that Pakistan has been trying to pull out information relating to the future defence procurements drone technology and also sensitive communications between topranking officials and defence ministry personnelAnother official said that the ISI does not want to continue running this module from Pakistan It plans to set up centres within India Moles in India have been instructed to recruit women in Delhi the Northeast and Uttar Pradesh to participate in these modulesIn addition to this the ISI wants to recruit scores of agents across the country The idea is to have agents positioned at sensitive areas with the main focus being on the defence sectors the official addedOfficials say that the plan has been in the making since 2018 Modules had been set up in Madhya Pradesh Rajasthan and Gujarat Members of these modules have been scouting for recruits for a long time However these modules had slowed down operations owing to multiple busts by the Indian agenciesWhile there was a lull for some time Indian agencies have noticed plenty of activity in recent months The agents that the ISI has been looking to recruit are being offered huge sums of money Officials say that the budgetary allotment that the ISI has made for this operation is huge This is because it wants to rope in highranking personnel so that the information that they will try and elicit will be highly classified and topnotchIndiaâs Intelligence agencies remain on very high alert and all attempts are being made to ensure that this mega plan by the ISI does not go through IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-eyes-high-ranking-officials-in-planned-honeytrap-spy-network-665055.html Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/centre-takes-attack-on-farooq-abdullah-seriously-nadda-in-rs-blasts-cong-for-playing-politics-664891.html New Delhi March 12 Union Minister JP Nadda on Thursday said the government would take every necessary step to ensure the security of former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah Responding to concerns raised in the Rajya Sabha by Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge regarding the recent attack on the senior leader Nadda described the incident as extremely serious and said the Centre was treating the matter with utmost concernKharge said Today you must have read that in Jammu and Kashmir an attack was carried out on Farooq Abdullah and his security is under threat Why has such an atmosphere developed there today His security is at risk because Jammu and Kashmir earlier had statehood and the local security and police arrangements were in placeCiting the revocation of statehood to JampK Kharge raised concerns about the inadequate security in Jammu and Kashmir while members of the ruling party protested loudlyDoes the government want to kill Farooq Abdullah the Congress chief askedResponding to this Nadda said âThe incident that took place last night involving a murderous attack on senior Jammu and Kashmir leader Farooq Abdullah who has served as Chief Minister several times is a matter of great concern and very serious The Government of India is taking this matter very seriouslyâ he saidNadda informed the House that authorities have initiated a detailed probe into the incident and that all aspects related to the attack would be thoroughly examinedHe said a comprehensive investigation would be carried out and every possible angle connected to the incident would be scrutinised carefullyâThe authorities are actively looking into the matter and appropriate action will be taken based on the findings of the investigationâ he saidAt the same time the Union Minister urged the Congress party not to politicise the issue and bashed remarks that linked the incident to the restoration of statehood in Jammu and KashmirHe said making allegations against the government and suggesting that the attack was linked to the delay in restoring statehood was not appropriateâStating that this happened because statehood was not restored and making serious allegations against the government even suggesting that there was an intention to take his life is condemnableâ Nadda saidThe minister also criticised the Congress party by referring to the death of Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad MookerjeeâThe Congress party are not able to answer on the death of Dr Shyama Prasad Mookherjeeâ he addedThe remarks came a day after an attempt was made to attack National Conference president Farooq Abdullah during a private event on Wednesday evening Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary was also present at the programme when the incident occurredAccording to officials the firing incident took place when Farooq Abdullah and other leaders were leaving the venue after attending the function It was not immediately clear whether the suspected attack was specifically aimed at the VVIPs present at the eventThe accused has been identified as Kamal Singh Jamwal He was quickly overpowered by security personnel stationed at the venue and was taken into custody soon after the incidentSenior police officials reached the spot shortly after the firing incident and an investigation has been launched to determine how the suspect managed to get close to the venue and what the motive behind the act may have been IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/centre-takes-attack-on-farooq-abdullah-seriously-nadda-in-rs-blasts-cong-for-playing-politics-664891.html Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/21-abducted-naga-civilians-freed-in-manipurs-ukhrul-after-negotiations--664903.html Imphal March 12 All 21 Naga community civilians who were detained by villagers and armed men of the Kuki community in Manipurs Ukhrul district were released on Thursday after hectic negotiations officials said A police official in Imphal said the civilians belonging to the Tangkhul Naga community were detained by Kuki villagers and armed men at Shangkai on Wednesday afternoon when they were travelling in three vehicles along the UkhrulImphal route The official said that after intense talks and negotiations between state government officials and leaders of Civil Society Organisations CSOs of both the Naga and KukiZo communities the hostages were released in the early hours of Thursday After their release the civilians were taken to Litan police station and later reunited with their respective families Tension remained high on Wednesday in the Tangkhul Nagamajority Ukhrul district mainly in areas bordering the Kukimajority Kangpokpi district with security forces conducting search and area domination operations to prevent any untoward incident Earlier the Tangkhul Naga Long Working Committee the apex body of the Tangkhul Nagas in Manipur had issued a twohour ultimatum demanding the safe release of more than 20 Naga civilians detained at Shangkai village a Kukiinhabited village in Ukhrul district Tangkhul is the largest Naga tribe in Manipur and is mainly found across five to six districts of the state Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh expressed profound concern over the distressing situation along the UkhrulImphal road where innocent civilians had reportedly been held captive in the area under Litan Police Station A statement issued by the Chief Ministerâs Office CMO said the Chief Minister appealed to those responsible to uphold the highest traditions of humanity and ensure the safe and unconditional release of all civilians at the earliest He assured the families of the victims and the public that the government was treating the matter seriously and would take all necessary steps to bring the culprits involved in such a cowardly act to justice CM Singh reiterated that the government was committed to ensuring the safety of every citizen of Manipur The Chief Minister directed senior police and administrative officials to coordinate immediate efforts to closely monitor the situation and secure the release of all civilians He also appealed to all Civil Society Organisations CSOs and stakeholders to help calm the situation The Chief Minister warned that stringent action would be taken against those responsible for any unlawful act and urged all to shun violence A huge contingent of security forces led by senior police officials rushed to the area and launched a combing operation to rescue the captives and apprehend the suspected kidnappers The Shangkai Village Authority also appealed to the government and concerned authorities to urgently intervene to ensure the safety and release of its villagers currently detained and to locate the missing individuals at the earliest The village authority further urged the authorities to take immediate steps to prevent further escalation and restore peace and security in the area In February ethnic clashes over territorial disputes erupted between members of the Kuki and Tangkhul Naga communities at Litan Sareikhong resulting in the torching of more than 30 houses belonging to both communities IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/21-abducted-naga-civilians-freed-in-manipurs-ukhrul-after-negotiations--664903.html Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:25:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/24-bonded-labourers-from-mp-rescued-in-tamil-nadu-return-home-664824.html Betul March 11 The Madhya Pradesh government on Wednesday stated that 24 labourers from Betul and four from Harda districts who were held as bonded labourers in Erode district of Tamil Nadu were rescued through prompt and coordinated efforts by the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes the district administration and the Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram All rescued labourers returned home on Wednesday by train and were officially received at Betul railway station by Collector Narendra Kumar Suryavanshi and Superintendent of Police Virendra JainCollector Suryavanshi assured the labourers that the administration had made adequate arrangements for their safe return He said the Revenue Police and Labour departments would remain in constant contact with them to ensure they do not face future problemsHe directed the labour officer to maintain contact with the workers and to obtain the necessary documents for approval of financial assistanceBuses were arranged to transport all workers from the railway station to their villages and food was also providedThe workers expressed gratitude to the state government and district administration upon their safe returnAccording to the governmentâs statement the workers had gone to Erode district to work but were denied leave for Holi and forced to work as bonded labourersUpon receiving information from Prakash Uike a member of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes the Betul district administration acted promptly and through joint coordination with police and revenue departments secured their releaseThe government said each rescued worker will receive financial assistance of Rs 30000 to help rebuild their lives The district administration has also assured rehabilitation and necessary supportOf the total 24 workers four are residents of Harda district and 20 are from Betul district The Betul workers belong to Kabra Borkund Birpura and Basinda villages of Bhimpur block IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/24-bonded-labourers-from-mp-rescued-in-tamil-nadu-return-home-664824.html Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/iaf-clinches-top-spot-in-global-military-challenge-664736.html New Delhi March 11 The Indian Air Force has once again demonstrated its prowess beyond the skies earning accolades on the global stage in adventure sports â In a post shared on X the IAF announced that the Chief of the Army Staff felicitated its team for an outstanding performance at the International Military Adventure Challenge Cup 2026 âThe competition which brought together participants from five friendly foreign nations along with two sister service teams tested endurance skill and teamwork across multiple demanding eventsThe IAF team secured the coveted first place in the duathlon category a discipline that combines running and cycling and requires stamina and strategic coordination âTheir victory not only highlighted the physical resilience of the air warriors but also underscored the spirit of jointmanship an ethos that binds Indiaâs armed forces together in shared excellence âThe achievement was celebrated as a testament to the Air Forceâs commitment to adventure sports which play a vital role in fostering camaraderie discipline and operational readiness âFelicitating the team the Chief of the Army Staff praised their determination and skill noting that such triumphs reflect the broader strength of Indiaâs military institutions âThe recognition also symbolised the seamless synergy between the Army and Air Force reinforcing the message that interservice cooperation extends beyond the battlefield into arenas of sport and adventure âThe International Military Adventure Challenge Cup is regarded as a prestigious platform where military personnel from across the globe showcase their athleticism and competitive spirit âFor the IAF clinching the top spot in the duathlon event adds another feather to its cap complementing its reputation for precision and excellence in aerial operations âBy excelling in this international competition the IAF has not only brought pride to the nation but also reaffirmed its role as a force that thrives on challenges âThe felicitation ceremony showcased that the Indian armed forces while dedicated to safeguarding national security also embody resilience teamwork and the pursuit of excellence in every sphere â IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/iaf-clinches-top-spot-in-global-military-challenge-664736.html Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ten-militants-arrested-in-manipur-security-forces-destroy-illegal-poppy-farming-over-35-acres-664754.html Imphal March 11 Security forces in Manipur arrested ten hardcore militants belonging to different insurgent outfits from six districts of the state during the past 24 hours police said on Wednesday A police official said that the militants were apprehended from Imphal West Imphal East Tengnoupal Bishnupur Kakching and Thoubal districtsThe arrested militants are associated with the Peoples Liberation Army PLA and its political wing the Revolutionary Peoples Front RPF the Kangleipak Communist Party KCP and the Peoples Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak PREPAKAccording to the police the militants were involved in various criminal activities including kidnapping and the forcible collection of subscriptions from contractors government employees traders and other civiliansAs part of the ongoing antinarcotics crackdown central and state security forces also destroyed more than 35 acres of illegal poppy cultivation in the mountainous Kangpokpi and Ukhrul districts effectively foiling attempts to manufacture opium worth several crores of rupees the official saidIn separate operations security forces also arrested six drug peddlers from Imphal East and Thoubal districtsDuring the operations they recovered 1660 kg of dry ganja 57 grams of brown sugar several identity cards and mobile phones from their possessionDuring the ongoing routine operations security forces also recovered arms and ammunition from different districts Security forces comprising central and state agencies have intensified their crackdown on militants with extensive search operations and area domination drives underway in fringe mixedpopulated and vulnerable areas across various districts of the stateA total of 115 nakas and checkpoints have been set up across Manipur in both valley and hill districts to curb the movement of illegal elements and suspicious vehicles Security forces are also providing escorts to vehicles including trucks carrying essential commodities along the ImphalâJiribam National Highway NH37Strict security arrangements and convoy protection continue in sensitive stretches to ensure the safe movement of trafficMeanwhile the Manipur Police have urged the public not to believe rumours or unverified content circulating on social media and cautioned against fake videos and audio clipsThe authenticity of any circulating video or audio can be verified through the Central Control Room Uploading or sharing fake or misleading content on social media will invite legal action a police statement warned IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ten-militants-arrested-in-manipur-security-forces-destroy-illegal-poppy-farming-over-35-acres-664754.html Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/aqis-pushes-separatist-narrative-seeks-to-reignite-article-370-debate-in-kashmir-664694.html New Delhi March 10 Al Qaeda in the Subcontinent AQIS has been using the war on Iran as a propaganda narrative to drum up recruitment in Jammu and Kashmir The AQIS has named several countries which it perceives as antiIslam While naming countries such as India the United States Israel the United Kingdom France and Spain as common enemies of Islam the AQIS calls upon the youth of Jammu and Kashmir to unite The terror group says that Kashmir should be the core theatre of Jihad The youth should come together and begin the battle against these nations from Kashmir it also saidThe AQIS runs an Urdu propaganda magazine and in its March edition it has laid out a detailed roadmap as to how the youth of Kashmir must prioritise religion over development The terror group has also expressed anguish over the fact that the people of Kashmir did not protest or revolt enough after the Union Government decided to abrogate Article 370It details the Centreâs push to develop Jammu and Kashmir and adds that the youth should not be distracted or forget that religion is above everything else An Intelligence Bureau official said that AQIS since its inception in 2014 has failed to take off The outfit was set up in Afghanistan with the primary intention of waging a battle in Jammu and KashmirThe outfit feels that the concept of GhazwaeHind or the destruction of India must start in Jammu and Kashmir It also cites the Taliban example which fought against global powers on several occasions Kashmir must be the gateway to Jihad and this movement must spread across India the AQIS saidAn official said that AQIS has become desperate It has set up its modules in many places but they have not achieved the desired traction It feels that it can exploit the war on Iran and project it as an antiIslam campaign This it feels will change the narrative in Jammu and Kashmir so that more youth take up armsAQIS according to another official wants to make Kashmir the centre for its activities However going by what the group has written in its propaganda magazine it is clear that the outfit wants this movement to spread across the countryOn whether or not such a massive plan can be executed officials say that it would be hard However what AQIS is trying to do is spread its propaganda The idea is to constantly indulge in propaganda and hope that the same would gain traction among the youth the official addedSecurity agencies are closely monitoring the developments What is being monitored in particular is the push that AQIS is trying to make in the debate around Article 370 An official said that post the abrogation of the Article the agencies made immense efforts to ensure that violence does not break out It was crucial to curb the separatist movement which had haunted Jammu and Kashmir for several years AQIS is trying to ensure that the separatist mentality comes back to the Union Territory and hence the push to revive the debate around Article 370 is being made officials sayThese terror groups have realised that reviving extremism and striking at Jammu and Kashmir at will are things of the past Efforts are on in full swing to revive groups such as the Hizbul Mujahideen JaisheMohammed and LashkareTaiba in the Valley Since the reveal attempts have not had much success attempts are being made to spread a false narrative and bring back the separatist mindset in Jammu and Kashmir officials say IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/aqis-pushes-separatist-narrative-seeks-to-reignite-article-370-debate-in-kashmir-664694.html Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/losing-grip-over-afghanistan-isi-plots-major-hit-on-chinese-investments-664507.html New Delhi March 9 Pakistanâs ISI has made several efforts to disrupt Chinese investments in Afghanistan as Islamabad feels that it is soon losing control India and Afghanistan have reset ties and the countryâs foreign minister recently visited New Delhi to signal the same This was a sour point for Pakistan as it felt that it had the Afghan Taliban under its control India and Afghanistan have agreed on several points including cooperation on trade and security The Taliban is no longer under the control of Pakistan and the regime has decided to act independently when it comes to foreign policyWhile Pakistan is at war with the Taliban it is also finding the increasing interest that the Chinese have been taking in Afghanistan to be an irritant Pakistan was not entirely happy when the Chinese insisted that Kabul would be part of the ChinaPakistan Economic Corridor Project 20 CPEC Officials say that this is not the kind of decision that Pakistan wanted China to take but it was left with no choice since Islamabad is in doldrums when it comes to its economyThe ISI has set up special units to monitor the situation at the Wakhan Corridor which is a narrow strip in northeastern Afghanistan This corridor is of significant value for the Chinese as it opens the trading route to Afghanistan The Wakhan Corridor shares the border with China to the east It also shares the border with Pakistan to the South and Tajikistan to the northChina has been looking at this corridor for some time now as it could open up connectivity to Afghanistan Officials explain that the opening of this corridor would mean that both China and Afghanistan could indulge in tradePakistan watchers say that Pakistan is fast losing its grip over Afghanistan Diplomatic ties between the two countries have collapsed and there is a fullblown war that is underway Pakistan has been repeatedly spreading a false narrative that India has been backing the Taliban in the war India has also been falsely accused of fuelling the TehreekeTaliban Pakistan TTP and the Balochistan Liberation Army BLAPakistan has repeatedly claimed that China is an allweather ally However that perception is fast changing as the mistrust against Islamabad is growing in Beijing Pakistan opened up to the United States and even signed a minerals deal China however has not welcomed this development and even questioned Islamabad about its intentionsBeijing has been accusing Pakistan of not doing enough to safeguard its investments The CPEC project has often been hit as the people of Balochistan say that their resources are being looted but the people of the region fail to reap any benefit Insurgent groups in Balochistan have repeatedly hit Chinese investments and its nationals which has left Beijing seething with rageAnother official said that China has realised that Pakistan is not entirely trustworthy and hence there is a need to open up in Afghanistan The Taliban has been clear that it will welcome all investments which would benefit the nation However Afghanistan has stood firm that it will not accept any interference when it comes to its foreign policyThe fact that China has been opening up to Afghanistan has prompted the ISI to set up hit squads that would damage Beijingâs interests The focus is heavily on the Wakhan Corridor and the ISI has been plotting largescale strikes to ensure that this part of Afghanistan shuts down to China Any major move by the Chinese in Afghanistan would be viewed as a failure for Islamabad This only means that Pakistan would further lose its grip over AfghanistanThe Chinese have been planning various projects in the corridor and if they go through Pakistan would no longer be the main transit point for trade in the regionPakistan which has been cosying up to the Islamic State Khorasan Province ISKP will use the terrorists of this group to strike at the corridor The ISKP which has been backing Pakistan in its fight against the BLA and the TTP will agree to strike at the Wakhan Corridor at the behest of the ISI For the ISKP gaining control over Afghanistan is the key focus It has not been able to beat the Taliban and hence would agree to any proposal to hurt the regime in Afghanistan officials sayExperts say that the ISI wants to target Chinese interests and its nationals involved in projects to be undertaken at the Wakhan Corridor This would create insecurity and fear which would make the Chinese wary of investing in the region IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/losing-grip-over-afghanistan-isi-plots-major-hit-on-chinese-investments-664507.html Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/khalistan-linked-social-media-account-claims-responsibility-for-killingitscriticin-canadamediareports-664190.html Ottawa March 7 A social media account linked to extremist Khalistanis has claimed responsibility for the killing of a Canadabased online personality critical of their movement whose house had earlier been hit with arson according to media reports The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation CBC said on its website âA social media account promoting Sikh extremist views is claiming responsibility for the stabbing of a woman in the southwestern Ontario town of LaSalleâPolice identified the victim as Nancy Grewal 45 who lived in WindsorCBC said the extremistsâ post in Punjabi said in a caption over her photo âThis woman was saying bad things about religion and Khalistan And she got the result of thatâIt added a warning âIf anyone says something against our community and Khalistan like this they will meet the same fateâ according to CBC the governmentfinanced public broadcasterWindsor Star reported that Grewal had suffered an arson attack earlier when petrol had been poured on her front door and it had been set on fireIt said that in a social media post about the incident she wrote âI know who this person is This person belongs to KhalistanââI feel scared He tried to give me a warning âShut your mouth Donât raise your voice about this topicââ she saidLaSalle Police Chief Michael Pearce indicated that the killing on Tuesday was a targeted attack and not randomHe said âInvestigators are confident this was not a random act of violence Ms Grewalâs murder is being investigated as an intentional act against her All information is being consideredâHe declined to give any further information saying We will not share information that will compromise the investigation including leads tips and investigative avenuesâThe member of Parliament representing the area Harb Gill said on Facebook âHaving served many years with the LaSalle Police Service I know investigations like this take time and must be guided by facts and evidenceââI have faith and trust in my former colleagues at LaSalle Police Serviceâ he saidHe said he was saddened to hear of her death and added âMs Grewal was a visible voice online and itâs clear from the reaction on social media that many people around the world followed her commentaryâCBC said that Grewal who was born in India âhad a prominent social media presence in the local and international Punjabi communitiesââShe was known particularly for her antiKhalistan viewsâ as she often posted on social media her thoughts on South Asian news and politics CBC saidWindsor Star said Grewal worked as a personal caregiver and was alone on an appointment at a clientâs LaSalle home when she was attackedThe news outlet quoted Windsor South Asian Centreâs Programme Director Nandini Tirumala as saying the Grewals death has been disturbing to the communityShocked saddened to see that one of the members of our South Asian community has been so brutally stabbed she saidWindsor Star added that Tirumala âdid not want to comment on Khalistani politicsâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/khalistan-linked-social-media-account-claims-responsibility-for-killingitscriticin-canadamediareports-664190.html Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/life-returns-back-to-normal-in-kashmir-valley-after-authorities-lift-restrictions-664198.html Srinagar March 7 Life returned to normal after six days on Saturday in Kashmir Valley as authorities lifted all restrictions and people started their daytoday routine as usual Shops private transport other businesses public transport banks post offices and government offices started working as usual in the entire ValleyDeployments of police and the security forces continued to remain on ground to keep a close watch on the situation as people came out to buy essentials of life5G Internet services and call facility on prepaid mobile phones were restored yesterday evening in the entire ValleyThese had been brought down to prevent miscreants and antinational elements from uploading objectionable content on the social mediaSchools colleges and universities in the Valley had been ordered to remain closed till March 7 and these will reopen on MondayAll exams scheduled till Saturday had been postponed by the Kashmir University and the central university of KashmirOfficials said new dates would he announced for these exams by the university authorities soonPrivate transport and pedestrian movement also resumed in city centre Lal Chowk in SrinagarIn order to enforce restrictions security forces had erected barricades and used coils of concertina wire to block passage inside the city centre during the last five daysProtests had broken out in the Valley last week after the Iranian supreme leader Ayatullah Ali Khamenei was killed in USIsraeli air strikes on TehranProtesters clashed with the security forces at a number of places during those those protests The protesters were more aggressive in Shia Muslim dominated areasAuthorities had imposed restrictions to protect civilian life and property in the Valley Despite keeping heightened vigil on the situation police and the security forces showed exemplary patience and professionalism in dealing with the situationIn order to instill confidence among the people Chief Minister Omar Abdullah interacted with the members of the civil society including representatives from religious social business communities and prominent citizens on WednesdayOmar appealed people to observe their grief with dignity and discipline without doing anything to disturb the law and order situation He had got positive response from the civil society members during that interaction IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/life-returns-back-to-normal-in-kashmir-valley-after-authorities-lift-restrictions-664198.html Sat, 07 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/prospects-for-lasting-solution-to-pak-afghan-conflict-remain-unlikely-report-664233.html Canberra March 7 The ongoing conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan marks a sharp deterioration in bilateral ties that have simmered since the Taliban reclaimed power in August 2021 Islamabad has previously carried out significant airstrikes targetting TehreekeTaliban Pakistan TTP militants in Afghanistan notably in December 2024 a report has highlighted âOn 26 February Afghan troops launched major attacks on a dozen Pakistani border posts which according to the Afghan government were in retaliation for Pakistan airstrikes on Pakistan Taliban known as the TehreekeTaliban Pakistan TTP hideouts in Afghanistan earlier in February Islamabad responded by bombing 22 cities and military targets in Kabul Kandahar Paktia Nangarhar Khost and Paktika provincesâ a report in Australiabased think tank Asialink mentionedCiting official Pakistani military spokesperson Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry the report noted that 274 Taliban personnel have been killed and over 400 injured while 73 Afghan posts along the PakistanâAfghanistan border have been destroyed and 18 seized Pakistanâs Defence Minister Khwaja Asif said that the hostilities between the two countries had escalated into an âopen warâAccording to the report the last major military clash between the two countries occurred in October 2025 and concluded with a ceasefire mediated by Turkey and Qatar However despite subsequent negotiations the two countries failed to reach a lasting peace agreementIn the latest assaults it said Pakistanâs air force targetted Taliban military facilities in Kabul reflecting Islamabadâs hardline stance over the Talibanâs refusal to expel the TTP from its territoryâIn addition to its military might Pakistan has other tools in its State kit It could further tighten movement across its 2600kilometre border The critical border controls at Torkham and Chaman provide about 40 per cent of Afghanistanâs customs revenue By imposing further tariffs on top of the existing 10 per cent and greater import restrictions it would make it more costly economically for the Taliban to continue to support the TTPâ the report detailedâPakistan could increase the number of Afghan refugees it forcefully repatriates to Afghanistan creating more economic hardship for the country In 2025 alone 930000 Afghans were repatriated 67 per cent of them forcefullyâ it addedThe report stressed that there appears to be no determined effort by third countries to initiate peace talks between the two countriesâSaudi Arabia and Qatar did offer to help mediate a ceasefire but as these two countries were the targets of Iranian retaliation in its war with Israel and the US their focus is now on their home front However as with the previous attempt at mediation in 2025 the likelihood of finding a lasting solution to this latest clash between these two countries is remote at bestâ it noted IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/prospects-for-lasting-solution-to-pak-afghan-conflict-remain-unlikely-report-664233.html Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/karnataka-taking-stringent-measures-to-curb-cybercrime-hm-parameshwara-664254.html Bengaluru March 7 Home Minister G Parameshwara said the Karnataka government has taken stringent measures to curb cybercrime and ensure digital safety for citizens HM Parameshwara was speaking on Saturday after inaugurating the third annual Cyber Crime Investigation Summit titled CIDECODE organised by the CID and the Cyber Crime Investigation Training and Research Centre at a private hotel in Bengaluru cityHM Parameshwara said Karnataka is not just a state but a global brand âWhen the world looks at Bengaluru it sees the future of innovation We have one of the best and most secure digital systemsâ he saidHe said the state government has taken strict measures to tackle cybercrime by establishing specialised cybercrime units equipped with the skills training and technology required to investigate cyber attacks and collect digital evidenceThe government has set up 43 Cyber Economic and Narcotics CEN police stations across all districts and major cities in Karnataka âOur government is committed to ensuring cyber safety for our citizensâ HM Parameshwara saidHM Parameshwara added that the government has created a favourable environment for a cyber security innovation ecosystem by collaborating with a diverse range of companies specialising in areas such as Artificial Intelligence cyber security cloud computing cyber security compliance and risk managementHe said initiatives undertaken in partnership with the private sector and international organisations would help enhance digital security for citizensDialogues and knowledgesharing platforms like the summit would help address the rapidlyevolving cyber threat landscape including issues such as dark web activities cryptocurrency tracking prevention of financial fraud and strengthening digital forensic laboratoriesHM Parameshwara said the establishment of the Cyber Crime Investigation Training and Research Centre CCITR in the state has significantly strengthened cybercrime investigation enhanced research capabilities and helped equip police officers with advanced technical skills Research publications and capacitybuilding initiatives emerging from the CCITR have made meaningful contributions to the cyber policing system he addedHe said the CCITR has trained more than 62000 people including police officers and staff from Karnataka as well as members of various state and central agenciesâCybercrime is not confined to any geographical region It is borderless technologydriven and constantly evolving From financial fraud and cryptocurrencyrelated crimes to dark webbased drug networks and data breaches the scale of threats is increasing rapidly These challenges must be addressed not only with technological capability but also by strengthening legal frameworksâ he saidDirector General of Police MA Saleem Cyber Command DGP Pranav Mohanty Infosys Foundation Trustee Sunil Kumar Dhareshwar and Data Security Council of India CEO Vinayak Godse were present at the event IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/karnataka-taking-stringent-measures-to-curb-cybercrime-hm-parameshwara-664254.html Sat, 07 Mar 2026 17:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/trump-fires-homeland-security-secretarycaught-in-controversies-664079.html New York March 6 US President Donald Trump has fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem who was caught in controversies over her handling of immigration raids and her personal life He named Senator Markwayne Mullin on Thursday to replace Noem the first cabinet official to leave his administration in his second term It was a mighty fall for one of the most loyal and firebrand supporters of Trump whose excesses in implementing immigration policies were seen as beginning to hurt the administration ahead of the midterm elections The sprawling Homeland Security Department has a portfolio ranging from immigration and emergency relief to airport security and the Coast Guard Adding to her woes Congress had cut off funding for the department in midFebruary with the Democrats objecting to the way the immigration service operates and negotiations to restore funding were floundering affecting its operation Noem was considered a roadblock to a resolution of the dispute although Senate Democratic Party leader Chuck Schumer said the change in leadership wonât make a difference Trump announced her dismissal and Mullinâs nomination in a post on Truth Social Mullin who is a Native American has served five terms in the House and is in his third year in the Senate Expectations of Mullin are that he would bring stability to the Homeland Security Department which has been roiled by turmoil inside and controversies outside because of Noemâs flamboyant style of leadership âMarkwayne truly gets along well with people and knows the Wisdom and Courage required to Advance our America First Agendaâ Trump wrote Mullin will need the approval of the Senate to take up the office and may save the administration a bruising fight as he is a member of the body Trump praised her success in stemming illegal migration and said that Noem would be appointed to the newly created post of Special Envoy for âThe Shield of the Americasâ an initiative to bring together Latin American and Caribbean countries to deal with drug trafficking illegal migration and crime Trump who had fired several cabinet and other senior officials in his first term has held back in the second termThe only other highranking official fired is Mike Waltz who was the national security adviser and was involved in an unsecured online chat group discussing security matters After the dismissal last year he appointed him permanent representative to the United Nations Several legislators from the Republican Party had turned against Noem over the handling of immigration enforcement that resulted in the deaths of two US citizens by immigration staff in Minnesota Her problems came to a head on Wednesday when she appeared before the House Judiciary Committee after another grilling on Tuesday by the Senate Judiciary Committee In the heated hearings members of Congress including those from her Republican Party criticised her over the deaths of the two people she had labelled as âdomestic terroristsâ She refused at the Senate hearing to apologise for their deaths or the way immigration raids were carried out Republican Senator Thom Tillis demanded she resign Rumours of her relationship with her acting chief of staff Corey Lewandowski added to her problems At the House hearing Democrat Representative Sydney KamlagerDove bluntly asked Noem if she had âsexual relationsâ with Lewandowski She did not directly answer the question and instead said peddling tabloid garbageâ at the committee which shocked her But a more serious issue that drew her directly into contention with Trump was an ad campaign reported to run to over 200 million and involved the husband of her former spokesperson Asked in the Senate hearing about it she said that Trump had signed off on it But on Thursday Trump denied in an interview with Reuters news agency that he had approved it Her dismissal came shortly after the interview was published Noem 54 is the former governor of South Dakota a state with a population of less than one million putting her out of depth at a vast federal department She tried to make up for it with her style appearing in camouflage and accompanying immigration officers on raids in uniform giving the impression of a handson leader while stridently defending Trump and his policies to curb illegal migration IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/trump-fires-homeland-security-secretarycaught-in-controversies-664079.html Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/karnataka-govt-announces-social-media-ban-for-children-under-16-664104.html Bengaluru March 6 In a major move the Congressled Karnataka government has announced social media ban for children under 16 years of age in the state Chief Minister Siddaramaiah made the announcement on Friday in this regard while presenting the budget for the financial year 202627 in the Legislative Assembly To prevent the adverse effects of increasing mobile phone usage on children the use of social media will be banned for children below 16 years of age CM Siddaramaiah announcedThe announcement was made as part of a set of measures outlined by the Karnataka government in the education sector aimed at improving the overall wellbeing academic environment and development of students he statedEarlier Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa stated that the government is seriously considering banning social media for schoolchildrenCM Siddaramaiah further stated To address studentsâ mental health one qualified mental health counsellor will be appointed at each of the 204 Block Resource Centres BRCsThe CM further stated that strict measures will be taken to prevent drug use in schools colleges and universities through awareness programmes strict regulations and the establishment of support centres for studentsCM Siddaramaiah further announced as part of the broader education reforms the government has also decided to upgrade 184 Government Higher Primary Schools into High Schools and 50 High Schools into PreUniversity Colleges in line with the announcement made in the 2025â26 budget to facilitate better access to higher education for studentsThe process of obtaining and renewing recognition for private schools has also been simplified by enabling online submission of applications and documents CM Siddaramaiah statedTo provide quality education under one roof the government will upgrade a total of 800 schools into Karnataka Public Schools Of these 500 schools will be developed with assistance from the Asian Development Bank ADB 200 through funds from the Kalyana Karnataka Region Development Board KKRDB and 100 through the Karnataka Mining Environment Restoration Corporation KMERCThe initiative will involve an expenditure of Rs 3900 crore over the next three years CM Siddaramaiah announcedTo improve infrastructure Rs 565 crore will be allocated for construction of new classrooms and repair works in government primary schools high schools and PreUniversity colleges Additionally Rs 75 crore has been earmarked for construction of toilets and Rs 25 crore for purchasing furniture for schools CM Siddaramaiah statedThe government will also provide Rs 125 crore for the maintenance of government primary schools high schools and PreUniversity colleges with the funds to be directly transferred to School and College Development Committees he statedTo introduce bilingual teaching in government primary schools an English language training programme will be conducted for primary school teachers at a cost of Rs 24 crore CM Siddaramaiah statedIn collaboration with IIT Dharwad Karnataka will introduce AIbased learning support for about 1228 lakh students studying from Classes 8 to 12 The initiative will provide a personalised digital selflearning tutor at an estimated cost of Rs 5 crore CM Siddaramaiah statedThe government also plans to fill 15000 vacant teaching posts in schools and colleges during the 2026â27 academic year CM Siddaramaiah stated IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/karnataka-govt-announces-social-media-ban-for-children-under-16-664104.html Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:33:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ex-raw-chief-backs-indias-calibrated-approach-on-west-asia-crisis-664120.html New Delhi March 6 Former Research amp Analysis Wing RAW chief Vikram Sood on Friday said India is adopting a prudent and balanced approach to the evolving crisis in West Asia noting that regional conflicts can only be resolved by the countries directly involved Speaking to IANS Sood said external powers should avoid interfering unnecessarily in regional issuesâI think we are playing a very smart game here We cannot solve the issues of West Asia â only the people of the region can do that themselves There is no point in interferingâ he saidSood also spoke about the importance of longterm thinking when it comes to Intelligence strategy particularly in an era where emerging technologies are rapidly transforming the global security landscapeâHow can we talk about Intelligence strategy We canât just discuss it superficially Intelligence must remain relevant even 20 years from now It has to evolve and stay effective Governments need to carefully consider how to move forward with AI and all related technologiesâ he saidHe further pointed to broader geopolitical shifts that could create challenges for India in the coming years Referring to changing global power equations Sood said the weakening influence of a major global power could lead to instability in international relationsâYou see you have a superpower whose influence is showing signs of fading or weakening That will inevitably create challenges Our relationship with China is not at its best eitherâ he saidCommenting on the significance of the Raisina Dialogue which is Indias premier conference on geopolitics and geoeconomics Sood described it as one of the most important strategic forums taking place in India todayâI think this is one of the best dialogues happening in the country today The scope is vast the topics are significant and futuristic Iâm glad this event is being held and Iâm pleased that people are paying attention to itâ he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ex-raw-chief-backs-indias-calibrated-approach-on-west-asia-crisis-664120.html Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/armys-central-command-to-host-strategic-communication-conclave-tomorrow-664160.html Lucknow March 6 Bringing together eminent voices from the military diplomacy media and strategic community the Indian Armyâs Central Command will host a conclave on Saturday to deliberate on the expanding role of information in todayâs security environment an official said Hosted by the headquarters of the Central Command in Lucknow the conclave will explore the theme âStrategic Communication in the Emerging Information Spaceâ focusing on how narratives perception management and cognitive security are increasingly shaping the character of modern conflicts said an official statementThrough Special session expert sessions and panel discussions distinguished speakers will share perspectives on narrative dominance technologyenabled communication information operations and the evolving role of media in shaping the strategic environment said the statementThe conclave aims to strengthen understanding of how effective strategic communication contributes to national security and mission preparedness in the information age it saidThe participants include Nitin Gokhale Ambassador Yashvardhan Sinha Ruchira Kamboj Lt Gen Raj Shukla Retd Maj Gen Chaturvedi Retd Snehesh Philip Shivani Sharma Sandeep Unnithan Lt Gen DP Pandey Retd Shantanu Mukharji Sharat Cander Ambassador Dilip Sinha Veena Jain Pankaj Jaiswal Mayank Singh and Manish Prasad among others said a post on social mediaEarlier this week Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta GOCinC Central Command visited HQ Central Air Command CAC at Prayagraj and held substantive discussions with Air Marshal Balakrishnan Manikantan AOCinC CAC said a statement on social mediaThe interaction centred on strengthening operational jointness and enhancing interservice coordination across multidomain operations disaster response frameworks and joint training mechanisms the statement saidBoth Commanders reviewed avenues to improve integrated planning realtime coordination and force application to ensure a decisive edge in emerging security scenarios it saidReaffirming their shared commitment to deeper military synergy the leaders emphasised seamless airland integration as a key pillar of mission readiness and national security the statement saidThe engagement reflects the continued drive towards cohesive execution between the Indian Army and the IAF to meet future challenges with unity of purpose and precision it said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/armys-central-command-to-host-strategic-communication-conclave-tomorrow-664160.html Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/restrictions-to-remain-in-place-in-kashmir-today-664030.html Srinagar March 5 Authorities have relaxed restrictions at several places in Srinagar city and elsewhere in the Valley and life limped back to normal quickly in these areas officials said Tensions have appreciably come down in the entire Valley even though the authorities decided to continue restrictions in the Valley on Friday as well and possible large gatherings of people for congregational Friday prayers officials added on ThursdayTop sources said that while the average citizen is law abiding and wants to go about normally with activities of life it is to keep the miscreants at bay that restrictions will remain in place in Friday as wellThese restrictions are purely precautionary in nature top sources saidSecurity forces will maintain vigil across the Valley on Friday as well with strict restrictions on movement in sensitive areas and restrictions could be relaxed after the Friday prayers sources addedAuthorities also said that internet services will remain limited to 2G speeds across the Valley while calling services on prepaid mobile connections will continue to remain suspendedOfficials said the measures are temporary and aimed at ensuring public safety and preventing the spread of misinformation or mobilisation that could lead to the disruption of law and orderAll schools colleges and universities will remain closed till March 7All exams scheduled till March 7 have been postponed by the Central University of Kashmir and the Kashmir UniversityJammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met religious social and business community members of the civil society in Srinagar on WednesdayThe Chief Minister appealed to people to ensure that during exhibition of grief on the recent developments in Iran they do not take law and order in their own handsWe should observe grief with discipline and dignity Chief Minister Abdullah asked the members of the civil societyThere was across the board agreement with the Chief Minister that maintaining sectarian brotherhood and remaining calm and peaceful was the need of the hour IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/restrictions-to-remain-in-place-in-kashmir-today-664030.html Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:02:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pentagon-confirms-ai-enabled-weapons-used-in-the-iran-war-663882.html Washington March 4 The United States is deploying autonomous systems and artificial intelligenceenabled technologies in its ongoing military campaign against Iran Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said Wednesdayâ Speaking at a Pentagon briefing on Operation Epic Fury Hegseth confirmed that advanced technologies are playing a role in the conflict although he declined to provide detailed informationââWeâve got a lot of autonomous systems or systems that are drones and others incorporated with smart AI aspects to themâ Hegseth saidââA lot of which I canât talk about hereââThe use of autonomous systems highlights the growing role of artificial intelligence in modern warfare particularly in drone operations surveillance and targetingâUS officials say the current campaign against Iran involves a combination of longrange strikes naval operations and precision air attacks designed to dismantle Tehranâs military infrastructureâChairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine said the United States has already struck thousands of targets during the first phase of the operationââTo date weâve hit over 2000 targetsâ Caine saidâThe military campaign is focused on three main objectives destroying Iranâs ballistic missile systems neutralising its naval forces and preventing Tehran from rebuilding its military capabilitiesââFirst we are targeting and eliminating Iranâs ballistic missile systemsâ Caine saidââSecond we are destroying the Iranian Navyâ Third weâre ensuring Iran cannot rapidly rebuild or reconstitute its combat capabilityââThe Pentagon said US forces are also shifting tactics as the operation progresses moving from longrange strikes to more direct precision attacks over Iranian territoryââCENTCOM is now shiftingâ from large deliberate strike packages using standoff munitionsâ into standin precision strikes overhead Iranâ Caine saidâThe United States says these operations are aimed at maintaining constant pressure on Iranian forces and disrupting their ability to launch missiles and dronesâAccording to US officials the intensity of Iranian attacks has already dropped significantly since the conflict beganââIranâs theatre ballistic missile shots fired are down 86 from the first day of fightingâ Caine saidâDespite these developments US military leaders cautioned that the conflict remains dangerous and unpredictableââThese operations are complex dangerous and far from overâ Caine saidâOperation Epic Fury was launched earlier this week as tensions between Washington and Tehran escalated over missile attacks and Iranâs nuclear programme triggering one of the most serious military confrontations in the Middle East in recent years â IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pentagon-confirms-ai-enabled-weapons-used-in-the-iran-war-663882.html Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/lack-of-consistent-strategy-exposes-europes-incoherent-china-policy-report-663887.html Taipei March 4 European and other Western leaders are increasingly seeking engagement with Beijing reflecting a consequential shift in foreign policy The onceprominent calls for decoupling and derisking from China have given way to the recognition that engagement is unavoidable a report highlightedâ According to a recent report in the Taipei Times China appears to have benefited from US President Donald Trumpâs America First and Make America Great Again approach leaving countries worldwide scrambling to defend their interests and reputation amid an unpredictable and selfcentred USâAs a result it said many countries are reversing their foreign policy priorities increasingly turning to China as an alternative economic partner while Beijing hosts Western leaders albeit not with a red carpet but rather on its own termsâIn January Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited ChinaâThe visits underscore a broader trend in which Western powers are prioritising economic and diplomatic engagement over ideological positioning For Europe at least in practice economic expediency is taking precedence over strategic caution and normative concerns the report detailedâYet this does not amount to a formal overhaul of Europes China policy nor does it represent an explicit geopolitical realignment European leaders are not so much choosing China as yielding to circumstance The underlying calculation seems to be that as relations with Washington grow more uncertain workable ties with Beijing must be preserved almost at any cost it addedâThe report stated that for many European countries the choice appears binary â China or the US â though the perspective is flawedâThe challenge China poses is distinct from Europes ties with Washington yet leaders are increasingly viewing Beijing only through the lens of USChina competition In doing so they overlook the costs of deeper engagement with Beijing it stressedâWhile Chinas actions and ground realities have remained the same the report said what has changed is Europes ties with the USâAltering China policy in reaction to US unpredictability is neither coherent nor sustainable Equally striking is the neartotal absence of democratic values in this recalibration despite their centrality to Europeâs declared foreign policy identity Cooperation is being pursued but with little clarity about its limits or costs it notedâThe report added While highlevel visits are unlikely to reshape the global order in Chinas favour they are a telling sign of fleeting interests They confirm that China is increasingly seen as a viable alternative to the US which is problematic in itself The flurry of engagement exposes the incoherence of Europes China policy and its lack of a consistent strategy for managing Beijing while navigating deteriorating USChina relationsâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/lack-of-consistent-strategy-exposes-europes-incoherent-china-policy-report-663887.html Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/iran-crisis-mp-govt-sets-up-control-room-in-delhi-663892.html Bhopal March 4 The Madhya Pradesh government has taken a commendable step to support its citizens residing in the Gulf countries by establishing a roundtheclock control room at the Madhya Pradesh Bhawan in New Delhi â This move comes in the wake of current unforeseen circumstances that have created challenges for people in the region âThe official notification was released on March 4 by the office of the residential commissioner The memo outlines the purpose of this control roomâIt is specifically designed to aid all residents of Madhya Pradesh currently in the Gulf nations for purposes such as higher studies professional jobs business ventures tourism and various other activities âIn these difficult times when unexpected situations are prevailing any individual who requires assistance of any kind is encouraged to reach out to this facility without delay a press statement said âThe control room is operational throughout the day and night ensuring that help is available whenever needed âThe address of the Madhya Pradesh Bhawan is 29CD Jesus and Mary Marg Chanakyapuri New Delhi This location serves as the state representative office in the national capital making it an ideal place for such an initiative âContact options include a telephone line at 01126772005 For instant messaging the WhatsApp number is 9818963273 Those who wish to send detailed information or queries can use the email address mphelpdeskgulfgmailcom âThrough this control room the Madhya Pradesh state government will connect with the central government of India and other relevant agencies to arrange the necessary support for the affected people âThis could involve coordination for safe return to India medical emergencies financial aid or any other form of help that may be required under the prevailing conditions âThis will relieve families in Madhya Pradesh as help is now available for their loved ones abroad âThe large number of people from the state working in the Gulf makes this control room particularly relevant They contribute to the economy by sending money home to their families This will relieve worried families back home âThe government is committed to ensuring their safety during these times Such initiatives strengthen the bond between the state government and its people living overseas â IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/iran-crisis-mp-govt-sets-up-control-room-in-delhi-663892.html Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/as-victim-of-cross-border-terror-india-pledges-to-promote-uns-counter-terrorism-strategy-663915.html United Nations March 5 As a victim of terrorism most recently in Pahalgam India has pledged to promote the UNâs counterterrorism strategy for a global fight against the scourge âWe add our voice in stressing the importance of the Global Counter Terrorism Strategy GCTS as a central instrument for multilateral cooperationâ Raghoo Puri a first secretary at Indiaâs UN Mission said on Wednesday Participating in the Annual Ambassadorial Level Briefing by the Office of CounterTerrorism he said âTerrorism is an existential threat to international peace and security It knows no borders nationality or race and is a challenge that the international community must combat collectively The GCST was adopted unanimously by the General Assembly in 2006 as a joint approach to countering terrorism and has been reaffirmed by several resolutions of the Assembly In its 20th year it is up for review in July âIndia will remain steadfast and engaged in the consultations for the 9th review of the GCTSâ and gives an assurance of its full cooperation during negotiations of this very important UN processâ Puri said New Delhi will draw on its experience âas a country which itself has been a victim of crossborder terrorism for the past three decadesâ he said âIndia is acutely aware of the socioeconomic and human cost of terrorism especially for its victimsâ he said âJust last year my country was brutally attacked by The Resistance Front a proxy of LeT the Pakistanbased LashkareTaiba a UNlisted terror organisation in Pahalgam Jammu and Kashmir that led to the loss of lives of 26 innocent touristsâ he said He declared âWe must act together against ISIS Islamic State terror group and Al Qaeda and their proxiesâ He noted that during Indiaâs last tenure on the Security Council as the Chair of the CounterTerrorism Committee in 2022 âIndia has striven to bring these principles into the counterterrorism architecture of the UN and into the debate on terrorism With foresight India promoted the Delhi Declaration which was adopted unanimously by the Councilâs CounterTerrorism Committee Puri pointed out The declaration is the proactive framework to combat terrorist use of emerging technologies like drones social media and online fundraising The acting undersecretarygeneral for counterterrorism Alexandre Zouev warned that terrorists âcontinued to adapt their operations in response to counterterrorism efforts resulting in a threat picture that is more complex and greater in scopeâ The world faces great danger as terrorists adopt technological advances like drones artificial intelligence financial technologies and even commercial satellite access he said Their versatile financing efforts and their exploitation of online spaces are even more complex to monitor and addressâ Zouev added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/as-victim-of-cross-border-terror-india-pledges-to-promote-uns-counter-terrorism-strategy-663915.html Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarat-vadodara-court-receives-bomb-threat-police-begin-extensive-checks-663954.html Vadodara March 5 A bomb threat sent via email to the Vadodara District Court on Thursday prompted authorities to evacuate the premises and carry out extensive security checks officials said The threat targeted the court complex located in the Diwalipura area of the city and was received shortly after the courts opened for the dayPolice immediately closed all entry gates to the complex and stopped the entry of lawyers and litigantsThose already present inside the premises were asked to leave as a precaution and all court proceedings were temporarily haltedTeams from the police along with dog squads and the Bomb Disposal Squad BDS conducted a thorough search operation across the court premisesSecurity arrangements were tightened as officials began checking buildings and surrounding areas for any suspicious objectsVadodara Police Commissioner Narasimha Komar told IANS that the threat was received through an email in the morningThe bomb threat via email was received at around 1030 am the time when the court opened he saidHe said police teams and specialised units immediately began searching the premises following the alertCurrently extensive checking is going on at the premises by police officials and bomb squads Nothing suspicious has been found as of now Komar saidAccording to the Commissioner the email account used in the latest threat is different from those used in earlier casesThe email address this time is different from the past cases and is an Outlook account he saidKomar added that the contents of the message were written in Gujarati language and included references to political issues outside the stateThe content of the email is in Gujarati and it is related to the politics of Tamil Nadu DMK etc We are checking the origin of the email sent as our investigation is ongoing he saidPolice officials said the court had received a similar bomb threat through email 15 days agoOn that occasion teams from the police and cyber cell had carried out detailed searches but no explosive material or suspicious object was found and the threat was later considered a hoaxAuthorities have launched a fresh investigation into the latest email to trace its origin while security checks at the court complex continued IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarat-vadodara-court-receives-bomb-threat-police-begin-extensive-checks-663954.html Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:33:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/saudi-pakistan-defence-agreement-undermines-global-nuclear-norms-report-663820.html Geneva March 4 For the advocates of global disarmament the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan undermines both the Nuclear NonProliferation Treaty NPT and the humanitarian logic behind the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons TPNW which categorically rejects the legitimacy of nuclear weapons under any security framework a report has highlighted On 17 September 2025 Saudi Arabia a member of the Nuclear nonProliferation Treaty and nucleararmed Pakistan signed a Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement The pact commits both states to treat any attack on one as an attack on both formalising a longstanding security partnership and signalling a shift in Gulf statesâ security away from exclusive reliance on the United States a report in International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons ICAN detailedAlthough the official text of the agreement has not been published when asked whether it included the use of Pakistanâs nuclear arsenal the report quoted a Saudi official as saying This is a comprehensive defensive agreement that encompasses all military meansFor its part Pakistan has not officially said it has extended nuclear protection to Saudi Arabia Yet the context and subsequent comments have inevitably raised the question Has Pakistan for the first time effectively extended a nuclear umbrella to a nonnuclear ally â and what precedent does that set the report questionedThe report cited analysts at Londonbased think tank Chatham House who warned that the pact sets a precedent for extended deterrence by the nucleararmed Pakistan outside the NPT despite no direct reference to nuclear weaponsAccording to Pakistani media Pakistanâs Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said What we have and the capabilities we possess will be made available under this agreement a remark widely seen as referring to the countryâs nuclear forcesWhile he later insisted that nuclear weapons were not on the radar the report said the senior Saudi official described the deal as a comprehensive defence agreement without explicitly ruling out nuclear possibilitiesThe use of nuclear weapons would indiscriminately maim and kill people around the world but policies about nuclear use are kept secret from citizens of nucleararmed and nuclearallied states from Saudi Arabia and Pakistan to Germany and the United States This is a problem The public deserves to have the information to scrutinise nuclear policies and discuss their implications for a humanitarian catastrophe said Alicia SandersZakre ICANs Head of Policy IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/saudi-pakistan-defence-agreement-undermines-global-nuclear-norms-report-663820.html Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/iran-crisis-situation-peaceful-in-valley-restrictions-to-continue--663864.html Srinagar March 4 The situation remained peaceful in the Valley on Wednesday as authorities continued to impose restrictions throughout the dayâ Authorities said the same restrictions will continue on March 5 as well âMinor clashes between the protesters and police in the Pattan area of Baramulla district were reported on WednesdayâInternet services will also continue to be available at 2G speeds while services on prepaid cell phones will remain suspended till further noticeâA large deployment of police and the CRPF had been made to impose restrictions Authorities have also lodged FIRs against some people for uploading objectionable content on the Internet âMP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi and former Srinagar mayor Junaid Azim Mattu are among those against whom FIRs have been lodged for allegedly posting âprovocativeâ contentâThese restrictions have been imposed as a precautionary measure following protests in parts of the Valley over the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a USIsraeli bombingâMeanwhile Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also interacted with members of the civil society including religious social and business communities in SrinagarâOmar Abdullah also offered prayers for those including Ayatullah Ali Khamenei and others killed in recent developments in Iran âChief Minister called for peace and communal harmony after meeting civil society groups in Srinagar urging people to express their emotions and grievances peacefully while upholding the spirit of brotherhood and unityâOmar Abdullah emphasised the importance of maintaining peace and harmony in Jammu amp Kashmir while respecting peopleâs sentiments and ensuring that expressions of grief and mourning remain peaceful and responsibleâSchools colleges and universities in the Valley will remain closed till March 7â IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/iran-crisis-situation-peaceful-in-valley-restrictions-to-continue--663864.html Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/hoax-threats-disinformation-terror-plots-isis-election-playbook-unfolds-663805.html New Delhi March 4 Indian intelligence agencies have warned that cases relating to hoax bomb threats are set to increase in the coming months especially with a number of elections coming up In the last year many schools and airlines have been receiving such calls The airline industry in particular was the hardest hit as a result of these calls as the recalling and rescheduling of flights caused heavy lossesAn Intelligence Bureau official said that this is a lowcost operation for the ISI as it does not need much investment However the consequences are huge as it spreads panic among the people the official saidAnother official said that this time the ISI will heavily use the Khalistan elements to undertake this mission The official said that these persons will look to create panic in states across the countryThis week the Ahmedabad Crime Branch arrested Biswas who had made a threat call threatening schools and lower courts in the name of the Khalistan movement However the police are still ascertaining whether he was working alone or was part of some larger networkBiswas had emailed a school in Gujarat threatening to blow it up He also said that Gujarat would become the next KhalistanThe ISI has also been working on a plan for West Bengal and the rest of the states that would be facing the elections this yearApart from hoax calls the ISI also plans to instruct its stooges to indulge in a massive disinformation campaign in these statesIssues such as the Special Intensive Revision SIR would be issues that these elements would raise to spread misinformation about the voters and their rightsAn official said that sensitive issues would be raised to spread panic through false narratives The ISI realises that the elections in West Bengal Assam and Tamil Nadu are big battles The battles in these states would be intense in nature and the ISI would look to spread false narratives to disturb peace and harmonyAnother official said that the agencies must particularly watch out for messages that are aimed at disturbing communal harmony There would be attempts to twist facts so that peace is disturbed The official added that while such acts would be attempted in all states that are going to the polls the focus would be largely on West Bengal and Assam where there are several sensitivities involvedIntelligence agencies say that they have already picked up information about local modules being activated ahead of the polls Terror attacks are very much on the anvil for these groups which would be led by outfits such as the HarkatulJihadi Islami HuJI Officials say that Pakistan badly wants to avenge Operation Sindoor and hence would look to create havoc in electionbound states The focus of the security forces would be more towards the elections and these elements are looking to take advantage of that Trying to carry out terror attacks and simultaneously spreading misinformation would stress the security mechanism a lot officials say Another official said that the agencies should also be on the lookout for similar incidents taking place in other states Terror groups normally would try to create a perception that they are focusing on one particular state While trying to create this diversion they may attempt a major attack in a neighbouring state officials say Elections are set to be held in West Bengal Tamil Nadu Assam Kerala and Puducherry between May 7 and June 15 The Election Commission of India ECI is set to announce the dates for the polls in these states This period would be a crucial one and the agencies warn that ISIbacked activities would be at an alltime high IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/hoax-threats-disinformation-terror-plots-isis-election-playbook-unfolds-663805.html Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/all-safety-norms-to-be-implemented-at-chinnaswamy-before-hosting-cricket-matches-more-cops-deployed-ktaka-hm-663807.html Bengaluru March 4 Commenting on the decision being made to host IPL cricket matches at the M Chinnawamy Stadium in Bengaluru Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara stated on Wednesday that all safety recommendations will be implemented at Chinnaswamy Stadium before hosting matches and additional police will be deployed to ensure that no untoward incident takes place The state has sanctioned a conditional approval to host IPL 2026 matches recently The stadium is slated to host five Royal Challengers Bengaluru RCB home gamesSpeaking to reporters in Bengaluru on Wednesday HM Parameshwara highlighted how Karnataka is supervising the arrangements He stated We had given directions based on the recommendations of Justice Michael DCunha Committee to the RCB A committee has also been formed under the leadership of Greater Bengaluru Authority GBA Chairman Maheshwara Rao He has contacted RCB and KSCA and held discussionsRao has told them that only after fulfilling the conditions will the matches be allowed I think that before the matches commence they will fulfill all of them The police department is reviewing it everyday Our job is if they create all basic infrastructure police have to make additional security arrangements this time We have discussed it already he statedParameshwara stated that a sufficient number of police personnel will be deployed around the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru to ensure that no untoward incident takes place at the time of the cricket matchThe Karnataka State Cricket Association KSCA on Tuesday said it is a great occasion that cricket is returning to the M Chinnaswamy Stadium after sustained efforts with five matches including the playoffs and final scheduled to be held in BengaluruKSCA Official Spokesperson Vinay Mrityunjay said the association has worked extensively to ensure the smooth conduct of the upcoming fixturesâAfter so much effort cricket is returning to KSCA There will be five matches including the playoffs and final hereâ he saidHe added that a formal agreement will be in place among the Board of Control for Cricket in India BCCI the Karnataka State Cricket Association KSCA and the franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru RCB as per the prescribed guidelines âWe will hand over the stadium to RCB in accordance with the set normsâ he statedEmphasising on safety Mrityunjay said the security of spectators remains the top priority He appealed to fans to cooperate with the authorities and make use of public transport while commuting to the stadium to ensure smooth crowd management and enhanced safetyIt may be recalled that the state government had imposed a ban on holding cricket matches at the stadium after a tragic stampede on June 4 2025 in which 11 people were killed IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/all-safety-norms-to-be-implemented-at-chinnaswamy-before-hosting-cricket-matches-more-cops-deployed-ktaka-hm-663807.html Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/kolkata-police-make-extensive-security-arrangements-for-dol-yatra-and-holi-663689.html Kolkata March 3 The Kolkata Police have put in place elaborate security arrangements across the city for the twin festivals of Dol Yatra and Holi to be celebrated on Tuesday and Wednesday According to police as many as 398 police pickets will be deployed across Kolkata on the day of Dol Yatra Of these 86 will be special pickets set up at key intersections and sensitive locations including Khanna More Park Circus SevenPoint Crossing Shyambazar and other major junctionsEach of the 86 special pickets will be manned by six police personnel while the remaining 312 pickets will have three personnel each The highest concentration of pickets 72 in total will be in the Kolkata Port area Additionally 36 pickets each will be deployed in the SouthEast and South Suburban divisionsTo ensure safety along the riverfront Disaster Management Group DMG teams will be stationed at 24 ghats along the banks of the Hooghly River Each division of Kolkata Police will also have a dedicated DMG team on standbyAs part of the citywide monitoring plan 62 Police Control Room PCR vans will patrol various areas Motorcycle patrol units will also keep vigil in narrow lanes and bylanes to prevent any untoward incidents mischief or acts of hooliganism during the festivitiesThe heightened security measures come as the city gears up for the festival of colours and in view of the upcoming state Assembly elections Security has also been strengthened in minoritydominated areas during the ongoing month of RamzanIn a parallel initiative Kolkata Police have intensified measures to ensure womenâs safety Five âPink Boothsâ operated entirely by women personnel and equipped with modern facilities have been set up across the city Special patrolling vehicles will also be deployed at night with women police officers conducting patrols from 8 pm to 2 am to enhance security and confidence among residentsAuthorities have said they are committed to ensuring a peaceful and incidentfree celebration of the festivals IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/kolkata-police-make-extensive-security-arrangements-for-dol-yatra-and-holi-663689.html Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/army-intensifies-surveillance-along-loc-amid-surge-in-drone-suspicious-object-sightings-663708.html New Delhi March 3 The Indian Army has intensified surveillance and monitoring along the IndiaPakistan border in Jammu and Kashmir as drone sightings have gone up considerably The heightened surveillance comes in the wake of Pakistan trying to push more drones and balloons resembling aircraft into Jammu and Kashmir The police in Jammu and Kashmir spotted and then seized a balloon that resembles an aircraft The police found that the object had the inscription of Pakistan International Airlines PIA on itThe preliminary probe found no electrical or electronic components that were fixed on it The police are looking for more details into the case and the probe is ongoing an official informedAn Intelligence Bureau official said that the object did not cause any harm However it cannot be considered to be a stray incident This development comes in the wake of the Indian Army thwarting multiple drone intrusions from Pakistan along the Line of Control LoCMost of these incidents were reported at the Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir In recent months the Army has noticed that the Pakistanis have been making multiple attempts to send drones into IndiaLast month at least two quadcopters attempted to breach the Indian airspace along the LoC in the Poonch area This has led the Army to conduct swift counter drone actionsOfficials say that they do not see these incidents as isolated ones Another official said that what has been different this time is that most of these drones have not intended to smuggle in narcotics or arms The intention has also not been to harm to carry out surveillanceThe official added that this is a deliberate ploy on part of the Pakistanis to keep the Indian security agencies engaged This is meant to cause a distraction so that the launch pads at Pakistan Occupied Kashmir PoK can be activated and infiltrations can take placeSince Operation Sindoor the Pakistanis have not managed to infiltrate a single terrorist into India An Intelligence estimate states that there are over a 1000 terrorists of both the LashkareTayiba and JaisheMohammad who are waiting at the launchpadsMany have made multiple attempts to enter India but all such attempts have been thwarted This is leading to a sense of desperation among these terror groupsThe Intelligence agencies say that Pakistan is looking to send in more such suspicious objects into India Currently they are coming in smaller numbers but this could increase dramaticallyThey would want to keep the security agencies engaged for a longer period of time and then choose an opportune time to push multiple terrorists into Jammu and KashmirThe ISI is desperate to get operations in Jammu and Kashmir up and running It is under immense pressure from the terror groups such as the LashkareTayiba and JaisheMohammadEarlier the Pakistan Army would indulge in firing to distract the Indian armed forces Another official explained that Pakistan is finding it hard to beat the security systems in place at the border The security forces operate on multiple layers which are designed in such a way that it can handle intrusions firing and also prevent infiltration all at the same timeHence Pakistan is bound to come up with various tricks to distract the security agencies and then try and get the infiltration process going the official also added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/army-intensifies-surveillance-along-loc-amid-surge-in-drone-suspicious-object-sightings-663708.html Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-l-g-chairs-high-level-security-review-meeting-in-srinagar-663729.html Srinagar March 3 JampK Lt Governor Manoj Sinha has chaired a highlevel security review meeting here to assess the situation in the aftermath of the developments in Iran officials said on Tuesday Sinha chaired a highlevel security review meeting at Lok Bhavan on Monday evening to assess the prevailing security scenario in the Union TerritoryThe meeting was attended by Northern Command chief Lt Gen Pratik Sharma JampK Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat Srinagarheadquartered 15 Corps commander Lt Gen Prashant Srivastava and the Northern Commands Major General General Staff Maj Gen Balbir SinghDuring the indepth deliberations the Lt Governor reviewed the overall security preparedness across the Union Territory Senior officials briefed the LG on counterterror operations border management intelligence coordination and the current ground situation in sensitive districts an official saidâThe meeting also focused on strengthening synergy between the Army Jammu and Kashmir Police and other security agencies to ensure a swift and coordinated response to any emerging threats Area domination measures surveillance mechanisms and proactive operational strategies were discussed in detail the official addedAccording to the official the Lt Governor emphasised maintaining a high level of alertness and operational readiness to safeguard peace and stability in the regionHe directed the security leadership to continue adopting a robust and proactive approach to ensure the safety and security of citizens the official said adding that the review meeting came amid evolving regional developments and reflects the administrationâs continued focus on maintaining law and order and strengthening the security grid across Jammu and KashmirComplete restrictions have been imposed in the Valley on Tuesday to maintain law amp orderPublic gatherings and processions are being disallowed All educational institutions including schools colleges and universities remained closed todayBusinesses and public transport remained suspended Internet speed has been slowed down to prevent miscreants from uploading provocative content on social media IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-l-g-chairs-high-level-security-review-meeting-in-srinagar-663729.html Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:02:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/restrictions-imposed-in-kashmir-to-maintain-law-and-order-schools-colleges-shut-663492.html Srinagar March 2 Authorities on Monday imposed restrictions across the Kashmir Valley to maintain law and order as all educational institutions were ordered to remain closed for two days These restrictions have been imposed to ensure that miscreants and antinational elements are prevented from exploiting the sentiments of the people in the aftermath of USIsraeli strikes on Iran officials saidWith a sizeable population of Shia Muslims in many areas of Srinagar city authorities are enforcing restrictions more strictly in the old city and uptown areas of the cityAll schools colleges and universities have been closed for two days All exams scheduled for Monday and Tuesday have been postponed by the Kashmir UniversityAfter the nearly threemonthlong winter recess schools from Class 9 to 12 were scheduled to reopen on MondayPolice and security forces deployed in strength have erected barricades in the city centre Lal Chowk where thousands of protesters had gathered on Sunday to protest Ayatollah Ali Khameneis killing in USIsraeli airstrikesRestrictions have been imposed in all ten districts of the ValleyThe Ladakh administration is also dealing with the situation carefully as the Kargil district in the Ladakh UT is predominantly Shia MuslimbasedVehicular movement is also being disallowed from area to area while interdistrict public transport remained suspended for the day in the ValleyTraffic on the SrinagarJammu national highway is however plying normally though with fewer private vehiclesLt Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a security review meeting on Sunday while DGP Nalin Prabhat is presently in Srinagar to personally oversee the security arrangements and their enforcement on the groundIn his message on Sunday the LG appealed for calm and asked the people to remain peaceful The LG said on X âChaired a meeting to review the security situation across JampK UT Called upon all communities to stay peaceful and calm I salute the unwavering synchronized resolve of our Police and security forces upholding law and orderâIn addition to Kashmiri doctors and engineers1200 local students are studying in IranChief Minister Omar Abdullah reacted to the development by saying âIâm deeply concerned about the unfolding developments in Iran including the killing of Iranâs Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali KhameneiâI appeal to all communities to remain calm uphold peace and avoid any actions that could lead to tension or unrest We must also ensure that those who are mourning in Jammu and Kashmir are allowed to grieve peacefully The police and administration should exercise utmost restraint and refrain from using force or restrictive measures The Government of Jammu amp Kashmir is in close coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs Government of India to ensure the safety and wellbeing of JampK residents including students currently in Iranâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/restrictions-imposed-in-kashmir-to-maintain-law-and-order-schools-colleges-shut-663492.html Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/middle-east-conflict-security-of-stranded-indians-reviewed-in-ccs-meet-663497.html New Delhi March 2 The Cabinet Committee on Security CCS was briefed on the air strikes in Iran on February 28 and the subsequent escalation in the Middle East as well as the security of the Indian citizens in the region Convened under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday the CCS reviewed the evolving situation in West AsiaThe meeting of the Cabinet committee the apex decisionmaking body on security and strategic matters of India came against the backdrop of a rapidly deteriorating geopolitical situation in the Middle East following coordinated USIsraeli airstrikes on Iran which have intensified regional conflict and raised global security concernsDefence Minister Rajnath Singh Home Minister Amit Shah External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman NSA Ajit Doval and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri were present in the meetingAccording to the official statement the Committee was briefed on the air strikes in Iran on February 28 and the subsequent escalation including attacks in several Gulf countries It expressed serious concern over the safety and security of the large Indian expatriate community in the region the statement added The CCS also assessed the challenges faced by Indian travellers transiting the region and students taking scheduled examinations along with the broader implications for regional security economic and commercial activitiesThe CCS directed all concerned departments to take necessary and feasible measures to assist Indian nationals affected by the developments It underscored the importance of an early cessation of hostilities and a return to dialogue and diplomacy the official statement addedIndia has maintained a balanced stance in the Middle East crisis advocating deescalation while protecting its citizens and economic tiesThis is the latest in a series of highstakes security reviews as global tensions mount IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/middle-east-conflict-security-of-stranded-indians-reviewed-in-ccs-meet-663497.html Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:15:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/refugee-expulsions-fuel-afghan-unity-derail-pakistans-regime-change-plans-663542.html New Delhi March 2 The fragile ceasefire between the Afghan Taliban and Pakistan collapsed when the latter declared an open war with Kabul The first round of strikes went in Pakistanâs favour and this boosted its armyâs morale Pakistan may be one up on Afghanistan when it comes to air power but when it comes to boots on the ground the Taliban is no pushover as it has had the experience of fighting both the Soviets and allied forcesWithin the army circles there is a growing chorus to effect regime change in Afghanistan The Pakistanis have without proof blamed Afghanistan for backing the TehreekeTaliban Pakistan TTP Tensions have been high between the two sides and the recent posturing by the Taliban which sought to share good ties with India also became an irritant for the PakistanisOfficials say that there is a lot of chatter within the Pakistan establishment about effecting regime change The official added that India is closely monitoring the situation as it wants stability in the regionUnder the given circumstances effecting a regime change in Afghanistan would be nothing short of a disaster for the Pakistanis the officials explainedIn the battle against the Taliban there was one crucial mistake that the Pakistanis committed another official said Pakistan began throwing out the Afghan refugees including those who had settled in Pakistan for several decades This move has caused a major resentment against Islamabad among the Afghan peopleThose Afghan people who did not stand by the Taliban are now backing the regime Effectively this sympathy wave that was caused by Pakistanâs miscalculation has worked in the favour of the Taliban as the people are there with them the official explainedNow that the people of Afghanistan are strongly backing the Taliban Pakistanâs original plan of infiltrating Afghanistan has become next to impossible Earlier the Pakistanis had planned on roping in people from Afghanistan who were opposed to the Taliban and use that to their advantage which in turn would have helped them infiltrate the countryAn Intelligence Bureau official said that now that the plan seems hard to execute as the entire local population of Afghanistan stands against the Pakistanis It is not just the Taliban but even the population of the country considers Pakistan as their main enemyPrior to the situation escalating into a fullblown war both the Pakistanis and representatives of the Taliban had met in Turkey and Qatar Pakistan raised the issue relating to the TTP as well as the Durand LineWhile the Taliban was willing to talk on the Durand Line it made it clear that it had not allowed the TTP to use Afghanistan as a launchpad However the Taliban delegation was unhappy with the tone of the Pakistani representatives They were not speaking to the Taliban as equals They were looking to dictate terms to the Taliban and this apparently did not go down too wellAlthough the Pakistanis had said then that the talks were productive the fact is that the Taliban were unhappy with the terms as well as the tone in which they were addressed This explains why the ceasefire remained fragile all along an official saidAfghanistan watchers say that the Taliban was not ready to compromise on issues relating to the Durand Line Experts say that the position of Afghanistan will not change at any cost Even when Mullah Omar was at the helm he had refused to accept the Durand Line as the official international border between the two countriesExperts say that the Mullah Omarled regime was in fact more dependent on Pakistan when compared to todayâs TalibanOfficials say that the plans of effecting a regime change in Afghanistan are not something Pakistan will be able to do Now that the local population and the Taliban are on the same page due to Pakistanâs misadventure of throwing out the refugees the road ahead for Islamabad looks tough in Afghanistan the official also explained IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/refugee-expulsions-fuel-afghan-unity-derail-pakistans-regime-change-plans-663542.html Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/students-professionals-astrologers-from-rajasthan-stranded-in-dubai-as-flight-operations-shut-663550.html Jaipur March 2 Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East following the IsraelUS airstrikes on Iran flight operations to parts of the Gulf region have been disrupted Several flights have been cancelled leaving many people from Rajasthan stranded in Dubai and Abu Dhabi A group of astrologers from Deeg district in Rajasthan travelled to Dubai on February 28 to attend an astrology conference They were scheduled to return to India on March 1 but their flights were cancelled due to sudden airspace restrictions Among those stranded is Deegbased astrologer Ranganath Sharma who remains in Dubai awaiting further updatesFlights from Jaipur to Dubai Abu Dhabi and Sharjah have been cancelled Also Jaipur Airport has issued an advisory for passengers travelling to Gulf countriesMore than 100 students and other residents from Jodhpur Kota and Sikar are reportedly stranded due to flight cancellations caused by sudden airspace closure Some passengers said they were evacuated from the airport to nearby hotels after cancellations were announcedA few stranded students claimed they heard explosions near the Dubai and Abu Dhabi airportsSiddharth Jain a student from Kota staying in Dubaiâs Academy Educational Zone said a missile reportedly fell near his hostel He sent photos and videos to his family stating that explosions were being heard intermittentlyAnother student Tanya from Kota is stranded in Abu Dhabi while returning to India from CanadaAround 120 pilgrims from Jodhpur are stranded in Abu Dhabi They had travelled to Dubai to attend a religious discourse Katha by Saint Amritram Maharaj of Bada Ramdwara Sursagar held from February 24 to 28 After the conclusion of the Katha the group reached Abu Dhabi Airport on Saturday where they were informed that their return flights had been cancelledFormer CM Ashok Gehlot urged the Union Ministry of External Affairs to ensure their safe return to the countryHe said âThe news that Shri Manohar Das Ji and Shri Amritram Ji of the Ramsnehi sect of Shri Ramprasad Ji Maharaj who had travelled from Jodhpur to Dubai for a religious discourse along with around 120 devotees are stranded in the Gulf due to the sudden outbreak of war there is deeply concerning In such circumstances one can understand the gravity of their situation Upon receiving the information around midnight I spoke with Manohar Das Ji Maharaj regarding the situation there I have also spoken with members of the local expatriate Marwari community It is a matter of relief that the Marwari community residing there has extended support and assistance to all of them I humbly urge the Ministry of External Affairs of the Government of India to ensure their safe return to the country Gehlot addedJodhpur businessman Gajendra Mahiya who had travelled to Dubai on February 23 with friends is also stranded after his scheduled Sunday return flight was cancelledAll stranded passengers have appealed to the Government of India for safe evacuationAuthorities are monitoring the situation closely as affected passengers await further announcements regarding flight resumptions and evacuation arrangementsMeanwhile members of the Shia community in Ajmer held a procession following the death of Iranâs Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei Participants wore black bands and raised slogans against the US and IsraelEffigies of US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu were burned during the demonstration The community also declared a threeday mourning The protesters strongly condemned the attacks by the US and Israel IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/students-professionals-astrologers-from-rajasthan-stranded-in-dubai-as-flight-operations-shut-663550.html Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/us-israel-attack-on-iran-flight-disruptions-hit-passengers-across-india-663321.html New Delhi March 1 Passengers across India faced major inconvenience due to flight disruptions and cancellations following the USIsrael attack on Iran In Maharashtra travellers complained of long waiting hours and cancelled flightsSpeaking to IANS one passenger said Our flight was scheduled around 830 but it got cancelled Right now we are waiting for the next flight and we will leave as soon as it departsMumbais Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport saw nearly 98 flights cancelled as airlines pulled services over safety fearsMeanwhile Chandigarh airport authorities confirmed disruptions in air traffic management On Saturday only one Dubaibound departure was cancelled but on Sunday both arrival and departure flights to Dubai have been affectedThiruvananthapuram International Airport also saw a significant impact with 17 arrival flights and as many departure flights cancelled leaving many passengers strandedThe cancellations are part of a broader regional disruption triggered by a joint USIsrael attack on Iran which led to retaliatory strikes by Tehran on Israeli and US military bases across several Gulf nations forcing multiple countries in the region to close their airspace and halt civilian air trafficIn Nepal the effects were similarly severe More than a dozen scheduled flights between Nepal and Gulf cities were cancelled on SaturdayThe Tribhuvan International Airport TIA Authority under the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal CAAN reported that 14 flights departing from Kathmandu to West Asian destinations as well as arrivals from those cities were cancelledAirlines affected included Nepal Airlines Himalaya Airlines Qatar Airways Air Arabia Fly Dubai and Kuwait Airways Himalaya Airlines cancelled six flights the highest among carriersThe widespread cancellations left many passengers stranded creating overcrowding in terminals as travellers awaited further updates Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and advise passengers to check flight schedules before heading to airports IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/us-israel-attack-on-iran-flight-disruptions-hit-passengers-across-india-663321.html Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/how-india-ensured-none-of-1-000-pakistani-missiles-drones-hit-any-city-during-op-sindoor-663328.html New Delhi March 1 The USIsrael airstrikes on Iran are reminiscent of Indiaâs Operation Sindoor carried out last year against Pakistan in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack Op Sindoor which extended from May 7 to May 10 2025 was a classic case of how India went ahead and destroyed terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistanoccupied Kashmir and simultaneously thwarted missile and drone attacks from the neighbouring countryPrime Minister Narendra Modi described the operation in Parliament last year and shared how India ensured none of the 1000 Pakistani missiles and drones hit any of our citiesSpeaking about the military actions in Parliament on September 29 2025 Prime Minister Modi recalled On May 9 Pakistan attempted to launch a massive attack on India with approximately 1000 missiles and drones Had these missiles hit any part of India they would have caused significant devastation But all 1000 missiles and drones were intercepted and destroyed by India in the skyEveryone in the country is proud of this However the Congress party surely waited for something to go wrong hoping that Modi would fail he remarked mocking the opposition partyPM Modi also mentioned the false narrative which Pakistan was trying to setCriticising Islamabads false narratives PM Modi stated Pakistan engaged in spreading false propaganda about attacking the Adampur air base They tried their best to sell that lie and exerted all their strength So I visited Adampur the very next day and debunked their claims Only then did they realise that this lie would not hold anymoreToday when a similar kind of military action is taking place in Iran Indiaâs Operation Sindoor needs a mentionThe joint USIsrael airstrikes on Iran have been occurring since Saturday February 28 Both operations were triggered by significant attacks Operation Sindoor was Indias response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack which killed 26 people The USIsrael strikes codenamed âOperation Epic Furyâ and âRoaring Lionâ respectively were launched to dismantle Irans military and nuclear capabilities following a period of intense regional escalationIndia initially attacked only the terror infrastructure nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistanoccupied Kashmir PoK The aim was clear to destroy the terrorist network and also maintain a nonescalatory stance But Pakistan launched a counter strike targeting civilian areas in Jammu and Kashmir Punjab Rajasthan and GujaratFollowing this India attacked 11 Pakistani airbases But in both attacks May 7 and May 11 2025 India did not target any civilian area and no casualties took place The airstrikes were specific and aimed with ultimate precisionThe USIsrael operation directly targeted highlevel political and military leadership resulting in the assassination of Iranâs Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei There have been reports of many civilians also having died in the attacks in Iran and IsraelOperation Sindoor was a 25minute triservices mission on May 7 2025 The strikes on Iran involved a massive aerial campaign with Israel conducting its largest combat sortie in history using approximately 200 fighter jets followed by the US forcesIran has also launched extensive retaliatory strikes against US military bases in Bahrain Kuwait and Qatar as well as targets in Israel and DubaiAfter the May 10 attack on Pakistan air bases India agreed to an understanding for a ceasefire which has held since thenPM Modiâs government and the top military establishment have repeatedly said that Operation Sindoor has only been paused and any further provocations would trigger an Operation Sindoor 20 that would be significantly harsher on PakistanAs the US and Israel together pound Iran and the latter also vow revenge Operation Sindoor stands out in terms of its precision discipline and restraint India clearly had the upper hand and could have damaged Pakistan more but as PM Modi said the intention is never to harm the people but target the specific terror network IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/how-india-ensured-none-of-1-000-pakistani-missiles-drones-hit-any-city-during-op-sindoor-663328.html Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-guv-meets-hm-amit-shah-to-discuss-security-and-rehabilitation-issues-663293.html Imphal Feb 28 Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Saturday to discuss key state issues officials said A senior official confirmed the meeting but did not disclose specific topics The meeting is significant as it follows the formation of the new government under Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on February 4 which ended nearly a year of Presidentâs Rule during extended ethnic unrestAnother official speaking anonymously stated that Bhalla a former Union Home Secretary briefed the Home Minister on Manipurâs security situation and ongoing efforts to restore normalcyThe discussions also covered the rehabilitation of violenceaffected Internally Displaced Persons IDPs Security forces the official added continue to conduct joint operations to recover illegal arms and ammunition and to destroy illicit poppy cultivation in vulnerable areasEfforts are underway to implement confidencebuilding measures between affected communities to rebuild trust and promote lasting peaceOn February 22 Chief Minister Khemchand Singh and Deputy Chief Ministers Nemcha Kipgen and Losii Dikho met the Union Home Minister to discuss various issues including IDP rehabilitationAn official from the Chief Ministerâs Office stated that the Home Minister reviewed the new governmentâs initiatives to remove barriers between communities and restore peace and harmony in the stateDuring his visit to the national capital the Chief Minister met Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari who assured full central support for the development of national and state highways in ManipurKhemchand Singh has been in New Delhi since February 21 marking his first visit to the national capital after taking oath as Chief Minister on February 4On February 24 Singh met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Seva Teerth and briefed him on the new governmentâs initiatives to restore peace and harmony in Manipur officials saidOn February 23 the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Ministers met Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan who approved construction of 5000 new houses for IDP rehabilitation under the Pradhan Mantri Awas YojanaGramin officials saidThe Chief Minister also met Union Minister for the Development of the North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia who assured that his Ministry would coordinate with other Union Ministries to address key issues in ManipurKhemchand Singh also met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman who assured full support to revive the stateâs financial health and economyHe met Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh who assured full cooperation and support from his Ministry for all Manipur government initiatives IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-guv-meets-hm-amit-shah-to-discuss-security-and-rehabilitation-issues-663293.html Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/as-unsc-prepares-for-emergency-meeting-un-chief-condemns-military-escalation-663294.html United Nations Feb 28 As the United Nations Security Council prepared for an emergency session on Saturday SecretaryGeneral Antonio Guterres condemned what he called the military escalation in the Middle East He said the USIsrael use of force against Iran and Tehrans retaliation across the region undermine international peace and securityFrances President Emmanuel Macron who said the USIsrael attack on Iran has grave consequences for international peace and security called for the urgent meeting of the Council on IranIrans Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi wrote to the Council asking for its intervention saying the US and Israel had violated international lawTwo officials of UN agencies also expressed their concern over the developments in the Middle EastUN Human Rights High Commissioner Volker Turk said I deplore the military strikes across Iran this morning by Israel and the United States of America and the subsequent retaliatory strikes by IranWorld Health Organisation DirectorGeneral Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said I am deeply troubled by the situation unfolding today across the Middle East My heart goes out to the civilians trapped in the crossfireBoth of them joined UN Chief Guterres in calling for an immediate end to the conflictGuterres said I call for an immediate cessation of hostilities and deescalation Failing to do so risks a wider regional conflict with grave consequences for civilians and regional stability I strongly encourage all parties to return immediately to the negotiating tableThe USIsrael attack followed negotiations between the US and Iran with Oman as the mediator that apparently did not make headwayUS President Donald Trump said on Friday that he was not happy with the talksIm not happy with the fact that theyre not willing to give us what we have to have he said about a sticking point the demand that Iran completely stop enriching uraniumOmans Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi who was in interlocutor in the negotiations and had said on Friday that there was progress deplored the attack on SaturdayHe said on X Active and serious negotiations have yet again been underminedI urge the United States not to get sucked in further he addedTrump explicitly came out for a regime change in Iran after his military joined by Israel pummeled targets across Iran aiming to decapitate the countrys politicoreligious and military leadershipsIran retaliated with missile attacks on Israel and on targets in the United Arab Emirates Qatar Bahrain Kuwait and Saudi Arabia as well as on US forces at sea in the regionAragachi in his letter to the UN Security Council warned All bases facilities and assets of the hostile forces in the region shall be regarded as legitimate military objectives within the framework of Irans lawful exercise of selfdefenceGuterres in his statement said All Member States must respect their obligations under international law including the Charter of the United NationsThe Charter he said clearly prohibits the threat of the use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state or in any other manner inconsistent with the Purposes of the United Nations IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/as-unsc-prepares-for-emergency-meeting-un-chief-condemns-military-escalation-663294.html Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-eliminates-assets-switching-loyalties-during-afghan-war-escalation-663049.html New Delhi Feb 28 As the war with Afghanistan rages on Pakistan is beginning to realise that many of its assets have deserted it only to choose the opposite side Hence it has been eliminating assets who have been switching loyalties during the Afghan war escalation For Pakistan the scenario post 2021 when the Taliban regained control over Afghanistan is not exactly how it would have pictured it to beAfghanistan has taken a more pragmatic approach and has chosen India over Pakistan understanding fully well that this would be the first step towards international recognitionThis shift in policy by the Afghan Taliban has resulted in major losses for Pakistan as many of its known assets are shifting sidesTake the case of Haji Lali Mama Nurzai a top asset of the ISI For the ISI Nurzai was a go to man when it came to orchestrating terror attacks against IndiaFor years Nurzai who operated from the PakistanAfghanistan border set up suicide training camps and networks that trained terrorists in guerrilla warfareNurzai was just not an asset for the ISI but he shared a good rapport with the Taliban as wellNurzai was found dead under mysterious circumstances The Pakistan establishment tried to pass it off as a case of heart attack but in reality he was eliminated by the ISI Intelligence agencies have learntThe reason behind this was that the ISI felt that Nurzai was getting too close to the TalibanAn Intelligence Bureau official said that since the return of the Taliban in 2021 the ISI has conducted multiple covert operations to eliminate persons who were once upon a time its assetsWhile Nurzai is a known cases estimates by the Intelligence agencies suggest that the ISI may have eliminated at least 40 such people who switched loyalties to the TalibanThese assets worked for the ISI for years but the shift in foreign policy by the Taliban and the unwanted aggression by Pakistan has made these persons think twice about who they need to be loyal to the official saidNurzai and the other assets had gradually moved away from the ISI and offered to mobilise networks in the bordering areas against PakistanThe reason for this change in stance is not just attributed to Pakistanâs aggression against the Taliban These persons who have a lot of clout among the tribals feel that it is safer to be in Afghanistan when compared to PakistanThe Pakistan Army has been facing heavy losses at the hands of the TehrikiTaliban Pakistan TTP over the past many monthsThe TTP has drawn up a list of the ISIâs assets and has been looking to take them downFurther after Operation Sindoor which saw the Indian armed forces decimate terror networks in Pakistan has shaken the trust of both terrorists and assets in the Pakistan ArmyWhile the assets that the ISI nurtured in Pakistan and Afghanistan are questioning the capabilities of the army in protecting them similar questions have been raised by many within the LashkareTayiba and JaisheMohammad which were the worst hit during Operation Sindoor an official saidAnother official said that many within Afghanistan who were once loyal to the Pakistan establishment are changing their positions today The Talibanâs approach towards India is one such major reasonIndia has maintained that it will continue to emphasise on diplomacy and development New Delhi has made it clear that its first priority is regional stability and the same is recognised by the Taliban as wellThe former ISI loyalists in Afghanistan feel that being Pakistanâs pawn or puppet is futile in todayâs scenario This has left the ISI with very little leverage as its own assets which once included the Taliban are taking a whole new approach that believes in diplomacy development and also international recognitionOfficials say that the narrative has changed quite rapidly and Pakistan realises that its policy towards Afghanistan that believed in control and coercion is no longer workingThe official said that the ISI will continue to carry out shadow operations but it has clearly lost the momentum with so many assets turning their backs on themAnother official explains that while Pakistan may have superiority in warfare owing to the equipment it possesses but that would not be enough to stop the exodus of its assets into the territory of its opponents the official also explained IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/isi-eliminates-assets-switching-loyalties-during-afghan-war-escalation-663049.html Sat, 28 Feb 2026 11:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/aguh-adopts-stealth-strategy-expands-in-north-lies-low-in-jampk-663113.html New Delhi Feb 28 The Intelligence agencies have flagged concerns over the revival of the Ansar GhazwatulHind AGuH an outfit that has close links with AlQaeda The outfit was formed by Zakir Rashid Bhat in July 2017 in Jammu and Kashmir Bhat also known as Zakir Musa took over as the chief of the outfit with the blessings of AlQaeda The intention was to carry out terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir The outfit did not achieve much success and was largely downed by the Indian security agenciesMusa was originally part of the Hizbul Mujahideen He however parted ways to form the AGuH with the blessings of AlQaeda Musa was however killed in an encounter in 2019 at Tral in Jammu and KashmirFollowing Musaâs death in 2019 the AGuH maintained a low key However in 2022 it decided that it was time to make a comeback The strategy was however a different one It decided to provide support to the JaisheMohammed to undertake operations in India AlQaeda which mentors this outfit gave the AGuH the goahead but insisted that operations in Jammu and Kashmir would not be carried out directlyThe AGuH then decided that it would direct operations in other parts of the country from Jammu and Kashmir This explains the successful setting up of the Faridabad module which had many operatives who were inspired by the ideology of the AgUH and JaisheMohammedUmar Nabi who carried out the car bomb blast near the Red Fort on November 10 2025 was inspired by the ideology of this outfit He was being handled by one Mufti Irfan who was an asset for both the AGuH and JaisheMohammedAn Intelligence Bureau official said that the AGuH sought to send out a message when its Faridabad module planned a series of attacks in Delhi and nearby areas This operation was meant to announce that the outfit is back The official said that the pattern of the revival is different this time The ISI which has been trying to set up multiple homegrown modules in India is relying heavily on the AGuH for the sameAnother official explained that the intention is to set up many more modules in North India on the lines of what was set up in Faridabad The ISI wants the AGuH to be the primary force when it comes to operations in North India The AGuH has several members across North India and they would be used to set up these modules The ISI has instructed AGuH members in Jammu and Kashmir to oversee these operations in North IndiaAnother official said that investigations have shown that the operations are not being guided from Pakistan The AGuH has managed to set up a dedicated team of operatives in Jammu and Kashmir and Nepal as wellDuring a highlevel meeting of the Ministry of Home Affairs the AGuH was discussed at length The Intelligence agencies are aware of the plans that this outfit has However it is now important to trace the source of funding that will be used for such a major operationOfficials suspect that cryptocurrency is being used to fund this operation In the last several months there has been a lot of chatter that the agencies have picked up regarding the revival mission of the AGuH Handlers from both Nepal and Jammu and Kashmir are in regular touch with operatives from various parts of North IndiaOfficials say that eventually the AGuH would look to operate in a big way in Jammu and Kashmir However for now that scenario is not possible and any attempt to operate in Kashmir would attract a lot of heat The AGuH would instead focus on setting up Faridabadlike modules across North India while maintaining a very low key in Jammu and Kashmir If they are busted in JampK then their North India aspirations would fail miserably the official also added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/aguh-adopts-stealth-strategy-expands-in-north-lies-low-in-jampk-663113.html Sat, 28 Feb 2026 15:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/nine-rusted-unexploded-mortal-shells-found-near-loc-in-jampks-poonch-destroyed-safely-663114.html Jammu Feb 28 Nine rusted unexploded mortal shells were found on Saturday near the Line of Control LoC in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district which were later safely destroyed Officials said At least nine rusted mortar shells were recovered from a forward village near the Line of Control LoC in the Mankote area of Mendhar sector in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch districtThese unexploded mortar shells were found scattered in the area during an area domination patrol carried out by Army troops Following the recovery the entire area was immediately cordoned off as a precautionary measure Army bomb disposal squads were rushed to the spot to neutralise the explosives the officials addedPolice in Mendhar confirmed that the mortar shells were safely destroyed in controlled explosions by a joint team of the Army and PoliceThe officials further stated that no damage to life or property was reported during the operation and the situation remains completely under controlIt may be recalled that remnants of past crossborder shelling are occasionally found in forward areas along the LoC and are handled as per standard safety protocols by security forcesAfter Operation Sindoor Poonch was the worst affected area when Pakistan retaliated to Indian attacks on terror infrastructure by targeting civilian facilities and army installationsIn Poonch district 14 civilians including a senior officer had lost their lives in indiscriminate Pakistani shellingA mosque a temple a church and a Gurdwara were damaged by Pakistani shelling in Pakistan in addition to dozens of civilian houses and shopsAn ambitious rehabilitation plan was drawn for the families affected by Pakistan shelling in Poonch The plan was made with the assistance of the central governmentIn addition to building more bunkers and shelters for civilians to be used during cross border shelling financial assistance was also given to families whose homes were destroyed by Pakistani shelling IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/nine-rusted-unexploded-mortal-shells-found-near-loc-in-jampks-poonch-destroyed-safely-663114.html Sat, 28 Feb 2026 15:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/iran-israel-flare-up-kerala-sets-up-dedicated-helpdesk-to-assist-gulf-expatriates-663148.html Thiruvananthapuram Feb 28 Amid fastescalating hostilities between Iran and Israel the Kerala government has moved swiftly to address mounting concerns over the safety of expatriates in West Asia Tensions flared after a joint USIsrael strike on Iranian targets triggered a major retaliatory missile barrage from Tehran Iran reportedly launched around 30 missiles at Israel in a coordinated assault prompting the activation of the Israeli Air Force and its air defence systemsWhile Israel confirmed an attempted attack it has not disclosed the full extent of the damageReports also indicated explosions in Bahrain home to the US Fifth Fleet suggesting that the confrontation could widen beyond Israeli territoryPrecautionary measures followed swiftly across the Gulf region Qatar Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates announced temporary airspace closures amid heightened security alertsIran has warned that US and Israeli military bases across the region could be considered potential targets raising fears of a broader regional conflictThe developments have triggered anxiety in Kerala which has a substantial diaspora presence in Bahrain the UAE Kuwait Qatar and Saudi ArabiaLakhs of Malayalis are employed across sectors such as healthcare construction retail and financial services in these countries making stability in the Gulf critical to both families and the stateâs remittancedriven economyResponding to the situation Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has directed the NonResident Keralites Affairs NORKA Department to immediately set up a dedicated helpdeskThe facility will monitor developments coordinate with Indian embassies and provide realtime assistance and advisories to expatriates and their families in KeralaMeanwhile all Indian citizens have been advised to follow the instructions issued by the Indian embassies in the respective countries and the Union Ministry of External AffairsOfficials described the move as precautionary but essential given the rapidly evolving security landscapeWith the possibility of the conflict spreading across West Asia Keralaâs proactive outreach reflects both humanitarian concern and economic prudence IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/iran-israel-flare-up-kerala-sets-up-dedicated-helpdesk-to-assist-gulf-expatriates-663148.html Sat, 28 Feb 2026 17:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/kuwait-condemns-heinous-iranian-attack-vows-to-respond-with-same-scale-and-nature-663157.html Kuwait City Feb 28 Kuwait on Saturday strongly condemned the heinous Iranian attack that targetted the Kuwaiti territory calling it a flagrant violation of the countrys sovereignty and airspace In a statement Kuwaits Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the country will take all necessary measures to protect its territory The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses the State of Kuwaits strong condemnation of the heinous Iranian attack that targetted Kuwaiti territory this morning Saturday February 28 2026 in flagrant violation of the State of Kuwaits sovereignty and airspace as well as international law and the Charter of the United Nations read the statement The Ministry affirms the State of Kuwaits full and inherent right to selfdefence under Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations in response to this blatant aggression in a manner commensurate with the scale and nature of this attack and in accordance with international law and to take all necessary measures to protect its territory its people and residents and to ensure the preservation of its sovereignty security and stability it added Kuwaits Foreign Ministry added further that States defences successfully countered this aggression in accordance with established operational procedures and applicable rules of engagement adding that the continuation of these aggressive military actions in the region will undermine regional security and stabilityMeanwhile the United Arab Emirates UAE also announced that it has successfully intercepted several Iranian missiles targetting the country on Saturday In a statement released Saturday afternoon UAEs Ministry of Defence said that the country was subjected to a brazen attack with Iranian ballistic missiles which the UAE air defences handled with the highest efficiency as the security situation in the country remains under control It mentioned that fallout of debris in a residential area in the city of Abu Dhabi resulted in some material damage and the death of an individual of Asian nationalityThe Ministry of Defence announced that the United Arab Emirates was subjected today to a brazen attack with Iranian ballistic missiles which the UAE air defences handled with the highest efficiency successfully intercepting several of the missiles The relevant authorities in the country also dealt with the fallout of debris in a residential area in the city of Abu Dhabi which resulted in some material damage and the death of an individual of Asian nationality read the statement issued by UAEs Defence Ministry The competent authorities confirm that the security situation in the country is under control and all concerned parties are monitoring developments around the clock The Ministry condemned this attack in the strongest terms affirming the countrys categorical rejection of targeting civilian facilities installations and national institutions emphasizing that such acts represent a dangerous escalation and a cowardly act that threatens the security and safety of civilians and undermines stability it added Abu Dhabi stressed further that this targetting constitutes a flagrant violation of national sovereignty and international law and that the country reserves its full right to respond to this escalation and take all necessary measures to protect its lands people and residents in a manner that ensures the preservation of its sovereignty security and stability and protects its interests and national capabilitiesThe Ministry affirmed that it is on high alert and readiness to deal with any threats and that it is taking all necessary measures to firmly counter everything that targets the disruption of the countrys security and stability adding that the safety of citizens residents and visitors represents an utmost priority that cannot be compromised The Ministry urges the honorable public to obtain information from official sources in the country and to avoid circulating rumours or unverified information the statement added US President Donald Trump said early Saturday that the US forces are carrying out a massive and ongoing attack on Iran to destroy their missiles and raze their missile industry to the groundThe United States military is undertaking a massive and ongoing operation he said in a video message on his social media platform Truth Social We are going to destroy their missiles and raze their missile industry to the ground IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/kuwait-condemns-heinous-iranian-attack-vows-to-respond-with-same-scale-and-nature-663157.html Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/israel-iran-war-dubai-airports-suspend-all-flight-operations-until-further-notice-663182.html New Delhi Feb 28 The Dubai airports on Saturday announced that all flight operations at the Dubai International DXB and Dubai World CentralâAl Maktoum International DWC are suspended until further notice as the IsraelIran war escalated Air travel across parts of the Middle East faced major disruption on Saturday after Israel Iran Dubai and Iraq shut their airspace following Israeli airstrikes on TehranFlight operations at DXB and Dubai World Central Al Maktoum International DWC have been suspended until further notice Guests are advised not to travel to the airport and to check with their airlines for flight updates Dubai Airports said in a post on XWe appreciate the cooperation of our guests Further updates will be provided as we continue to monitor the situation it addedDubai International Airport DXB is one of the worlds busiest airports handling over 8500 weekly flights or more than 1200 daily flights by more than 100 airlinesMajor carriers include Emirates flydubai IndiGo and Air India connecting to more than 270 destinationsAirports in most of the Gulf countries were impacted forcing airlines to cancel divert or reroute flights due to safety concernsIsrael closed its airspace to civilian aircraft soon after the strikes while several airlines in Europe and the Gulf either cancelled services or changed flight paths to avoid the regionDubaibased airline flydubai earlier said some of its flights were disrupted because of the temporary shutdown of Iraqi Iranian and Israeli airspaceAir India said it has suspended all flights to all destinations in the Middle East in the wake of the developing situation in parts of the Middle East The announcement came as the US and Israel began major combat operations in IranIn view of the developing situation in parts of the Middle East all Air India flights to all destinations in the Middle East have been suspended Air India said in a statementWe remain committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety for our passengers and crew We will continue to assess the safety and security environment for our flight operations and adjust operations proactively as required Our teams will be extending all necessary support to passengers the airline addedThe US and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran on Saturday significantly intensifying tensions in the Middle East The development raised concerns of a widening confrontation that could have farreaching geopolitical and economic consequencesAn Air India Express spokesperson said that in view of the developing situation in parts of the Gulf region Air India Express has suspended all westbound international flights The safety and security of our guests and crew remain our highest priority IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/israel-iran-war-dubai-airports-suspend-all-flight-operations-until-further-notice-663182.html Sat, 28 Feb 2026 20:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/govt-directs-airlines-to-follow-route-restrictions-amid-middle-east-war-663186.html New Delhi Feb 28 The Ministry of Civil Aviation has directed all Indian airlines operating international services to continuously monitor airspace advisories Notice to Airmen NOTAMs and route restrictions issued by the concerned authorities to ensure passenger safety in the wake of the massive military operation launched by the US and Israel against Iran on Saturday Following the airspace restrictions imposed in the Middle East airlines have been directed to ensure timely rerouting or diversion of flights wherever required strictly in accordance with global safety protocols and established contingency planning procedures according to the Civil Aviation Ministry statementThe safety of passengers and crew remains paramount The Ministry of Civil Aviation is closely monitoring the situation to ensure safe orderly and efficient air operations The situation is under constant watch Further updates will follow as necessary the statement saidIn view of the evolving situation in the Middle East and its potential impact on international air operations the Minister of Civil Aviation undertook a comprehensive review of preparedness and response measures with all concerned stakeholders the statement saidThe review focused on ensuring passenger safety operational continuity and realtime coordination in light of multiple airspace restrictions and NOTAMs issued in parts of the regionAirports across the country particularly major international gateways have been placed on operational alert to manage potential flight diversions unscheduled landings and passenger facilitation requirementsThe Airports Authority of India AAI and private airport operators have been advised to maintain enhanced coordination with airlines for ground handling parking bays passenger amenities crew logistics and immigration support as necessaryA highlevel meeting through a video conference was convened with the Ministry of Civil Aviation Secretary Samir Kumar Sinha and other senior officials of the Ministry AAI the Directorate General of Civil Aviation DGCA airline operators and major airport operators across the countryThe DGCA has been advised to remain in close coordination with airlines to ensure full compliance with safety regulations crew duty time limitations and operational advisoriesContinuous monitoring mechanisms should also be activated to assess the evolving airspace dynamics and mitigate any cascading impact on domestic schedulesThe Ministry of Civil Aviation is also in close touch with the Ministry of External Affairs to ensure seamless information flow and appropriate coordination in case of any emergent requirements involving Indian carriers or Indian nationals abroadPassengers are advised to stay in regular contact with their respective airlines for updated travel information and schedule changesAirlines have been instructed to proactively communicate with passengers regarding delays rerouting or diversions to minimise inconvenience IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/govt-directs-airlines-to-follow-route-restrictions-amid-middle-east-war-663186.html Sat, 28 Feb 2026 20:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bengal-final-voters-list-to-be-published-today-police-forces-asked-to-be-ready-for-any-eventuality-663036.html Kolkata Feb 28 As the final voters list in West Bengal is all set to be published on Saturday the police have been directed to be ready for any kind of eventuality According to a police order issued late Friday night the battalion headquarters has been advised to ensure maximum mobilisation of the forces personnel at the battalion headquartersThe individual division and unit heads have been asked to withdraw personnel from routine and nonessential duties and keep them under reserve to face any eventuality amid apprehension of tension following the publication of the final voters listAlready the first 240 companies of Central Armed Police Forces CAPF personnel that will be deployed in West Bengal in the first phase from March 1 have started arriving to the state in batches since FridayThe first batch of 240 companies that will be deployed on March 1 will include 110 companies of the Central Reserve Police Force CRPF 55 companies of Border Security Force BSF 21 companies of the Central Industrial Security Force CISF 27 companies of IndoTibetan Police Force ITBP and 27 companies of Sashastra Seema Bal SSBIt is unprecedented that the CAPF deployment is done even before the announcement of the polling dates and the enforcement of the model code of conductIn the second batch another 240 companies will be deployed on March 10Already the Election Commission of India ECI had decided that the vehicles allotted to the CAPF personnel whose deployment in West Bengal will start from March 1 amid the crucial Assembly elections in the state scheduled later this year will be fitted with GPS trackers to ensure that the Commission appointed central observers can constantly monitor whether the deployed CAPF personnel are effectively utilised from day one or notThe ECI had already given clear instructions that the CAPF companies deployed will not be allowed to sit idle and from day one they will have to be utilised for area domination and get acquainted with the geography of the state IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bengal-final-voters-list-to-be-published-today-police-forces-asked-to-be-ready-for-any-eventuality-663036.html Sat, 28 Feb 2026 11:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bengal-polls-eci-to-depute-assembly-wise-central-observers-to-oversee-pre-poll-nomination-phase-662822.html Kolkata Feb 26 The Election Commission of India ECI has decided to depute one Central observer for each of the 294 Assembly constituencies to oversee the prepoll nomination phase in West Bengal Insiders from the office of the Chief Electoral Officer CEO West Bengal said that all the 294 Central observers to be appointed to oversee the prepoll nomination phase will be either Central government officers or officers from other statesâCurrently a total of 1444 officers are undergoing training provided by the ECI At the end of the training period they will be deputed by the Commission to oversee matters in the various pollbound states and Union Territories Of these 1444 undertraining officers 294 will be earmarked for the Assembly constituencies in West Bengal the CEOâs office source saidAccording to him the ECI has noted that in the last few elections there have been reports of regular violence from different corners of the state from the prepoll nomination phaseâThe maximum complaints of such prepoll violence in the nomination phase relate to the intimidation of voters and threatening the opposition party workers and their polling agents There had been complaints about the nonutilisation of Central Armed Police Force CAPF personnel deputed in the prepoll nomination The Commission intends to strictly address these complaints surfacing in the prepoll nomination phase this time and hence it has decided to depute one Central observer for each of the 294 Assembly constituencies in the prepoll phase the CEOâs office insider saidHe also said that these 294 Central observers will be given their respective authorities in the matter by the ECI from the moment the polling dates are announced and the enforcement of the model code of conductThe final votersâ list in West Bengal minus those âlogical discrepancyâ cases referred for judicial adjudication will be published Supplementary lists will be published in due course as per the progress of the judicial adjudicationMeanwhile the ECI is expected to announce the polling dates immediately after the Holi festival on March 4 This time there is a possibility of conducting the polls in fewer phases than they were in the last few electionsThe office of the CEO West Bengal has already recommended a singlephase poll this time but maintained that the final decision in the matter will be taken by the ECI IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bengal-polls-eci-to-depute-assembly-wise-central-observers-to-oversee-pre-poll-nomination-phase-662822.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/beldanga-unrest-case-nia-to-make-4th-attempt-today-to-produce-7-in-bengal-court-662846.html Kolkata Feb 26 After three failed attempts the NIA will again try to produce the seven accused arrested in West Bengals Beldanga unrest case in a city court on Thursday This would be the fourth attempt to produce the accused in court as on the previous three occasions the state police did not provide the necessary escort to bring the accused from Murshidabad district to KolkataThe National Investigation Agency NIA which has been probing the Beldanga unrest as per the Calcutta High Court order has said that if the state government fails then it will itself arrange an escort to bring the accused to the court However it has to be seen whether the state police will provide an escort to bring the accused to the court this timeSources said that NIA would seek the custody of the seven accused for an investigation into the unrest However it has to be seen whether the accused are produced in the city sessions court on Thursday and the NIA gets the custodyIt may be noted that NIA on last Friday approached the Calcutta High Court seeking its intervention in directing the West Bengal Police to submit the case diary of last months violence to the Central agency officials probing the matterIn its petition the NIA counsel had argued that the state police were refusing to hand over the case diary in the matter despite the Supreme Courtâs Division Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi last month refusing to entertain the plea of the state government opposing the NIA probeIncidentally the court had asked the state to hand over the case diary by February 26 It has to be seen whether the case diary is handed over to the NIALast month Beldanga in Murshidabad district became the centre of unrest after the news of the death of Alauddin Sheikh a migrant worker from Murshidabad in Jharkhand reachedWhen Alauddins body arrived there on January 16 local people took to the streets The protesters blocked the national highway on January 16 burning tyres and pelting stones Even train services on the SealdahLalgola route were disrupted by the violent protests A female journalist was attacked in Beldanga that day Although the police cleared the protests on the first day Beldanga erupted again on January 17A total of 36 people including an AIMIM leader were arrested in connection with their involvement in the unrestThe Calcutta High Court had stated that if the Central government wished it could have the National Investigation Agency NIA investigate the Beldanga incident Following this the Ministry of Home Affairs handed over the investigation to the Central agencyThe Supreme Court did not grant any stay on the NIA investigation in accordance with the states demand during the hearing of the case However the court said in its order that the NIA will submit a report to the division bench of the Calcutta High Court in a sealed envelope stating whether there is a prima facie basis for the application of UAPA during the investigation IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/beldanga-unrest-case-nia-to-make-4th-attempt-today-to-produce-7-in-bengal-court-662846.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/intelligence-agencies-assess-renewed-efforts-to-destabilise-punjab-through-tactical-escalation-662681.html New Delhi Feb 25 A little known group called the TehreekeTaliban Hindustan TTH has claimed responsibility for the recent killing of police personnel at a border outpost in Punjab This has led Intelligence agencies to believe that there are renewed efforts to destabilise Punjab through tactical escalation Two personnel of the Punjab Police who were on duty near the IndiaPakistan border were found dead with bullet injuries on February 22Gurnam Singh and Ashok Kumar an Assistant SubInspector and Home Guard respectively were on duty at the border outpost in Gurdaspur Punjab when the incident took placeWhile the investigation is still ongoing and the agencies are trying to get to the bottom of the case the TTH claimed responsibility for the attackThis has complicated the probe as the TTH is not a known entity The name of the outfit sounds like it is connected to the TehreekeTaliban Pakistan TTPAn Intelligence Bureau official said that there is nothing to show that the TTP and TTH are linkedThis is clearly an operation that has been undertaken to target the Indian security agencies Looking the current relations between the ISI and TTP it is unlikely that Pakistan could have directed such an attack through the TTP or its proxyThe officer said that these killings come at a time when the ISI has become desperate to relaunch the Khalistan movement in India The Khalistan terror groups are under pressure to strike in Punjab and revive the movementOn the other hand India and Canada and to a large extent the United Kingdom UK are working together to wipe out the Khalistani causeOver the years both the UK and Canada have been soft on these elements operating on their soil However the scenario has changed and both nations have agreed to work with India and end the menaceAll these factors have not just put pressure on the ISIbacked Khalistan groups but has also managed to increase the heat on themAn official said that the socalled TTH is just a proxy of a Pakistan terror group A Khalistan linked group may have carried out the Gurdaspur attackThe Punjab Police have rejected that the TTH carried out the attack The police say that all angles are being probed which include smuggling links crossborder terror involvement and personal enmity alsoThe Intelligence agencies say that the ISI has become desperate to revive the Khalistan movement in PunjabIt would use all tools at its disposal to try and disrupt normalcy in Punjab Officials say that there is a pattern that has been emergingThe killings at Gurdaspur are not an isolated incident Several incidents in which police stations personnel and security establishments have been targeted were reported in recent monthsExplosive devices have been used in attacks at police stations and outposts in Ajnala Nawanshahr Majitha Batala Amritsar and GurdaspurThe ISI has been using the service of international drug syndicates foreign based handlers and gangsters to disturb peace in PunjabThe recent Gurdaspur operation could also be the handiwork of the gangsterterror nexusSeveral cases relating to this nexus are under probe by the National Investigation Agency NIA In a bid to take the heat off the Khalistani terror groups and also the gangsterterror nexus the ISI is creating groups such as the TTHThis helps in diverting attention an official saidThe attack at Gurdaspur appears to be thoroughly planned The post is typically manned by two local police personnel and two from the Border Security Force BSF The BSF personnel on the day of the attack were absent due to a departmental function near AmritsarThe killers were aware of this and also that the post did not have CCTV coverageThe Intelligence agencies warn that the ISI would look to step up its operations and continue to target security personnelPakistani agencies have also refined their drone operations and have been sending in sophisticated ones to drop arms and ammunition along with narcotics into PunjabThe frequency of the drones coming in is likely to go up as the ISI wants to hurry through its plan of reviving the Khalistan movement in a very big way another official said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/intelligence-agencies-assess-renewed-efforts-to-destabilise-punjab-through-tactical-escalation-662681.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-cm-meets-pm-modi-seeks-support-for-peace-harmony-women-empowerment--662539.html New DelhiImphal Feb 24 IANS Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Tuesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi and briefed him on the initiatives taken by the new state government to restore peace and harmony in the state officials saidAn official of the Chief Ministers Office CMO in Imphal said that the Chief Minister accompanied by the two Deputy Chief Ministers Nemcha Kipgen and Losii Dikho met the Prime Minister at his office at Seva Teerth in New DelhiThis was the first meeting between Chief Minister Khemchand Singh and Prime Minister Modi since the former assumed office on February 4According to the CMO official the Chief Minister apprised Prime Minister Modi of the steps undertaken by the new state government to promote peace stability and social harmony across ManipurHe also urged Prime Minister Modi to give special attention to women empowerment initiatives in both the hill and valley regions of the stateDuring the meeting the Chief Minister and the two Deputy Chief Ministers formally invited Prime Minister Modi to visit ManipurChief Minister Khemchand Singh has been in New Delhi since February 21 marking his first visit to the national capital after taking oath as the new Manipur Chief MinisterDuring his visit the Chief Minister met several Union Ministers and senior BJP Central leaders holding discussions on a range of issues related to the states development and welfareOn Monday night Chief Minister Khemchand Singh accompanied by the two Deputy Chief Ministers held a meeting with the Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan who has approved the construction of 5000 new houses for the rehabilitation of Internally Displaced Persons IDPs affected by ethnic violence in ManipurThese houses will be constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Awas YojanaGramin PMAYG officials said on TuesdayOn Monday the Chief Minister met the Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region DoNER Jyotiraditya Scindia who assured that his Ministry would coordinate with other Union Ministries to address key issues concerning ManipurChief Minister Khemchand Singh also met the Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman who assured him of all possible assistance to revive the states financial health and economyThe Chief Minister held discussions with the Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh who assured full cooperation and support from his Ministry for all initiatives of the Manipur governmentAccompanied by the two Deputy Chief Ministers Nemcha Kipgen and Losii Dikh the Manipur Chief Minister also separately met the BJP President Nitin Nabin and the partys National General Secretary Organisation BL Santhosh during which partyrelated matters concerning Manipur were discussedEarlier on February 22 Chief Minister Khemchand Singh along with the two Deputy Chief Ministers met the Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss a range of issues including the rehabilitation of internally displaced persons officials saidAccording to the CMO official the Union Home Minister discussed with the Manipur leadership the steps initiated by the new state government to remove barriers between different communities and to restore peace and harmony across the stateIANS https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-cm-meets-pm-modi-seeks-support-for-peace-harmony-women-empowerment--662539.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 19:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-has-right-to-protect-itself-from-terrorism-us-662450.html Washington Feb 24 Pakistan has a right to protect itself from terrorism the US said on Monday after Islamabad carried out strikes against alleged militant camps along the Afghanistan border âPakistan has a right to protect itself from terrorismâ a State Department spokesperson told IANS in response to a question on the airstrikes inside AfghanistanâWe are aware of reports that Pakistan carried out strikes against alleged TehreekeTaliban Pakistan TTP and ISISKhorasan ISISK camps along the border with Afghanistanâ the spokesperson saidâThe Pakistani people have suffered greatly at the hands of terroristsâ said the spokesperson in response to a questionAt the same time the United States directed a clear message to Afghanistanâs Taliban authoritiesâThe Taliban must uphold their counterterrorism commitments and ensure that terrorist attacks are not launched from Afghan soilâ the spokesperson saidPakistan said over the weekend it targeted camps linked to the TehreekeTaliban Pakistan and affiliates of the Islamic State group in the border region killing 70 militantsIslamabad has long maintained that TTP fighters operate from across the frontier and stage attacks inside PakistanIndia on Sunday strongly criticised Pakistans airstrikes on Afghan territory that reportedly resulted in civilian casualties including women and children and reiterated its support for Afghanistans sovereignty territorial integrity and independenceResponding to media queries on the issue Ministry of External Affairs MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal conveyed Indias condemnation of the strikes and expressed concern over the reported loss of civilian lives during the holy month of RamadanIndia strongly condemns Pakistans airstrikes on Afghan territory that have resulted in civilian casualties including women and children during the holy month of Ramadan MEA spokesperson Jaiswal saidHe also described the development as an attempt by Pakistan to shift attention from its internal situationIt is another attempt by Pakistan to externalise its internal failures the MEA spokesperson saidReaffirming Indias position on Afghanistan MEA spokesperson Jaiswal said New Delhi remains committed to supporting the countrys sovereignty and independenceIndia reiterates its support for Afghanistanâs sovereignty territorial integrity and independence he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-has-right-to-protect-itself-from-terrorism-us-662450.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:54:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/leh-bound-spicejet-flight-lands-safely-at-delhi-airport-over-technical-issue-662482.html New Delhi Feb 24 A SpiceJet flight carrying around 150 passengers to Leh returned safely to Delhi Airport on Tuesday shortly after takeoff from the airport after experiencing a âtechnical issueâ All passengers were disembarked safely at the Delhi airportThe Boeing 737 aircraft operating flight SG121 from Delhi to Leh turned back minutes after departure after the crew detected a possible technical issueâA SpiceJet flight operating from Delhi to Leh on February 24 returned to Delhi after experiencing a technical issueâ an airline spokesperson saidâThe aircraft landed safely in Delhi and all passengers were disembarked normally There was no fire warning in the cockpitâ the spokesperson addedAccording to airport sources the aircraft suffered a possible engine issue likely linked to the second engineIn November a SpiceJet flight from Mumbai to Kolkata made an emergency landing due to a failure in one of its engines according to Kolkata Airport officials All passengers and crew members were safeOn November 9 SpiceJet flight SG 670 operating from Mumbai to Kolkata experienced a technical issue during descent at Kolkata airport The aircraft landed safely and all passengers and crew deplaned normally according to a statement from a SpiceJet spokespersonOn September 12 a SpiceJet Q400 flight from Gujarats Kandla airport to Mumbai made a similar emergency landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport CSMIA after an outer wheel was found on the runway following takeoffThe plane landed safely with all passengers and crew unharmedAnother Patnabound SpiceJet aircraft returned to Delhi in October shortly after takeoff following a technical issue According to SpiceJet flight SG 497 operating from Delhi to Patna with a Boeing 737 aircraft made a normal landing at the Delhi Airport and all passengers were safely deplaned âThe aircraft landed normally and passengers were deplaned safely An alternate aircraft was arranged to accommodate the passengersâ the airline had said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/leh-bound-spicejet-flight-lands-safely-at-delhi-airport-over-technical-issue-662482.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/major-reshuffle-in-rajasthan-21-ips-officers-transferred-662489.html Jaipur Feb 24 The Bhajanlal government has issued transfer and promotion orders for 21 IPS officers affecting major changes in key positions across Rajasthan Most of the reshuffle follows recent promotions within the cadre In a latenight order on Monday night the Police Commissioner of Jodhpur and the Special Police Commissioner of Jaipur have been replaced Inspector General IG SOG Sharat Kaviraj has been appointed as the new Police Commissioner of JodhpurJodhpur Police Commissioner Om Prakash has been transferred as Special Commissioner of JaipurJaipur Special Police Commissioner Rahul Prakash has been posted as IG Jaipur RangeRange IGs of Jaipur Jodhpur Bikaner and Kota have been reshuffled Satyendra Singh has been transferred from IG CIDCB to IG Jodhpur RangeOm Prakash has been moved from the Police Armed Battalion to IG Bikaner RangeHemant Kumar Sharma IG Bikaner Range has been posted as IG SCRB JaipurAjay Pal Lamba has been transferred from IG SCRB Jaipur to IG SOG JaipurSeveral senior IPS officers have been promoted and assigned new responsibilities ADG Crime Branch Hawa Singh Ghumaria has been promoted to ADG Headquarters Vipin Kumar Pandey has been promoted from ADG Police Recruitment and Promotion Board Headquarters to ADG Crime Branch Rajasthan Prafull Kumar has been promoted from IG Intelligence to ADG Intelligence Jaipur Range IG Raghavendra Suvasa has been promoted to ADG Training Jodhpur Range IG Rajesh Meena has been transferred as IG Home Guard Jaipur S Parimal has been shifted from IG Personnel Police Headquarters to IG ACBVikas Kumar who was handling both ATS and AntiNarcotics Task Force will now serve as IG AntiNarcotics Task Force The ATS charge has been withdrawn from himRajesh Singh has been appointed IG ATS Jaipur from IG ACBSatyendra Kumar has been appointed CEO of the Rajasthan Institute for Transportation and Innovation RITI from IG SCRB Jaipur The post is considered equivalent to that of an IASlevel administrative positionPreeti Chandra has been appointed IG Law and Order Administration Jaipur from DIG Armed Battalion First JaipurHarendra Kumar Mahawar has been posted as IG CIDCB Jaipur from DIG SSB JodhpurRahul Kotki has been transferred from DIG JDA to IG Personnel Police Headquarters JaipurKaluram Rawat has been appointed IG Police Housing Jaipur from DIG Civil Rights and AntiHuman TraffickingThe latenight reshuffle is being seen as a significant administrative overhaul aimed at strengthening the stateâs policing and investigative framework following the latest round of promotions IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/major-reshuffle-in-rajasthan-21-ips-officers-transferred-662489.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/real-time-surveillance-tyson-helped-eliminate-pak-terrorist-group-in-jampks-kishtwar-662347.html Jammu Feb 23 The Army said on Monday that the operation to eliminate the major group of terrorists operating in Jammu and Kashmirâs Kishtwar district was launched in AprilMay last year The press statement issued by the Army said âA major terror group operating in the area was being relentlessly pursued by the security forces Operations were launched in AprilMay last year and were sustained despite rains and snow during winters Successful contact with the group resulted in the elimination of three hardcore terrorists in April 2025 The latest of the group code name Saifullah along with his close associate code name Adil and two other terrorists were surviving and on the runThe statement said that based on the collaborative assessment of intelligence provided by JampK Police the Intelligence Bureau and its own sources a Joint Counter Terrorist CT Operation codenamed Operation TrashiI was launched on January 14 in the Chhatroo Kishtwar regionThe operation was to track and neutralise terrorists operating in the area by troops of Counter Insurgency Force CIF Delta under White Knight Corps including Assam Rifles in close coordination with Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police ForceWhile describing the operation the Army said âOn January 18 2026 contact was established with the terror group and their wellprepared and stocked hideout was busted by the security forces Relentless pursuit of the terrorists on the run resulted in the elimination of one terrorist codenamed Adil on 04 February 2026 in Op Trashi1 besides two terrorists being neutralised in a separate Operation Op Kiya on the same day Following the contact of 04 February 2026 the Security Forces continued with grit and determination towards the elimination of the remaining terroristsâThe terrorists were reengaged at approximately 1100 hrs on 22 February 2026 Displaying high standards of tactical precision seamless interagency coordination and resolute operational efficiency Security Forces including JKP and CRPF rigorously pursued the terrorist group in the challenging and rugged terrain and harsh weather conditions The persistent actions of the security forces in this long duration large scale operation spanning over a month the security forces neutralised all four hardcore terrorists the Army saidThe final encounter site in which three terrorists were successfully neutralised on the steep slopes of a rugged mountain was cordoned by the security forces on the night of February 2122The troops displayed exceptional tactical precision and swiftness ensuring zero casualties among their own personnelThe Army has highlighted the role of its trained Dog Tyson who entered the Dhok to ascertain the presence of terrorists Terrorists opened fire during which Tyson was injuredâDuring the search of the area till now warlike stores including three AK47 rifles have been recovered along with bodies of the slain terrorists The operation reflected seamless coordination between the Army CRPF and the Jammu and Kashmir Police notably the SOG Reinforcements including special forces were quickly mobilised said the statementThe Army utilised realtime surveillance drones and night vision equipment to track and contain terrorist movement preventing any potential escapeCIF D under the aegis of White Knight Corps Northern Command in close coordination with JKP and CRPF and based on intelligence inputs from multiple sources have eliminated 06 x Pakistansponsored terrorists in its Area of Responsibility over the past 20 days The formation will continue to undertake intelligencebased operations sustain operational momentum and maintain dominance in the Area of Responsibilityâ the media statement said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/real-time-surveillance-tyson-helped-eliminate-pak-terrorist-group-in-jampks-kishtwar-662347.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/chhattisgarh-stf-jawan-injured-in-ied-explosion-662393.html RaipurBijapur Feb 23 A Special Task Force jawan was injured in an IED explosion in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur district on Monday during an ongoing antiNaxal operation in the southern region of the district â The incident occurred in a forested area where security forces were conducting area domination and search duties as part of efforts to curb Maoist activities âA pressure improvised explosive device planted by Naxalites detonated when the STF team passed through the location causing injuries to one personnel from the elite counterinsurgency unit officials said âSecurity personnel on site provided immediate first aid to the injured jawan He was quickly evacuated to a nearby medical facility and later transferred to a higherlevel hospital for advanced treatmentâAccording to senior police officials the jawans condition is stable and under close medical observation with no lifethreatening complications reported so far âThe blast highlights the persistent threat posed by Maoist insurgents in the Bastar division particularly in Bijapur a region long identified as a stronghold for leftwing extremists âNaxalites frequently use IEDs to target security convoys patrols and roadopening parties involved in antiinsurgency operations Such devices are often concealed along forest paths or roads used by forces during combing missions âFollowing the explosion security forces intensified vigil in the surrounding areas Teams are carrying out thorough searches to detect and neutralise any additional IEDs or suspicious objects that could endanger personnel or civiliansâOfficials emphasised that area domination activities continue unabated with increased patrolling and monitoring to prevent further incidents and to maintain pressure on Maoist cadresâThe operation in Bijapur forms part of broader state and central government strategies to eliminate leftwing extremism in Chhattisgarh Recent months have seen intensified efforts including joint operations by STF District Reserve Guard and central forces leading to recoveries of arms arrests and surrendersâDespite setbacks like this blast authorities assert that the security grid is strengthening gradually shrinking the operational space for Naxal groupsâThe injured STF jawan is receiving necessary care and an investigation into the incident is underway to trace the placement of the IED and identify those responsibleâPolice have appealed for public cooperation in reporting suspicious movements in remote areasâLocal administration is coordinating support for the injured personnel and their family âSuch incidents reinforce the need for continued vigilance better intelligence and enhanced protective measures for forces engaged in antiNaxal duties â IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/chhattisgarh-stf-jawan-injured-in-ied-explosion-662393.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/mha-unveils-prahaar-indias-first-national-counter-terror-policy-662396.html New Delhi Feb 23 The Ministry of Home Affairs MHA on Monday unveiled Indias inaugural National CounterTerrorism Policy and Strategy titled PRAHAAR marking a major milestone in the countryâs longstanding efforts to combat terrorism in all its forms The Ministry of Home Affairs has introduced the nationâs first comprehensive counterterrorism policy titled âPRAHAARâ establishing a structured national framework to address evolving and complex security threats including crossborder terrorism dronebased attacks cyberenabled threats and organised terror networksThe document underscores Indiaâs decadeslong experience and leadership in combating terrorism firmly rejecting any attempt to link terrorism with any particular religion ethnicity nationality or civilisationIt reiterates the governmentâs unwavering zerotolerance approach towards terrorism and violence while emphasising support for victims and rejecting any justification for acts of terror under any circumstancesHighlighting regional instability the existence of ungoverned spaces and instances of statesponsored terrorism the strategy adopts a multilayered approach focused on prevention swift and proportionate response enhanced interagency coordination and strict adherence to human rights and the rule of lawThe eightpage policy document which has been made publicly available on the MHA website formalises a unified and institutionalised approach that has guided Indiaâs counterterror efforts over the years amid evolving threatsIndiaâs position remains unequivocal that terrorism in any form or manifestation cannot be justified under any pretext and the country does not associate terrorism with any religion ethnicity nationality or civilisationThe policy is rooted in a commitment to safeguarding citizens upholding human rights and ensuring accountability through established legal and judicial processes under the rule of lawThe term âPRAHAARâ meaning âstrikeâ represents seven core pillars of Indiaâs counterterrorism framework prevention of terrorist attacks swift and proportionate response capacitybuilding across security and intelligence agencies ensuring human rightscompliant operations addressing conditions conducive to radicalisation strengthening international cooperation and promoting societal resilience and recovery according to the documentThe threat assessment section presents a detailed overview of persistent and emerging challenges confronting Indiaâs security architectureCrossborder terrorism continues to pose a major threat with extremist groups and affiliated networks attempting to carry out attacks Global terrorist organisations such as AlQaeda and ISIS continue efforts to activate sleeper cells and incite violence within the countryForeignbased elements have also been accused of attempting to destabilise internal security while terrorist handlers increasingly exploit advanced technologies including drones particularly in sensitive regions such as Punjab and Jammu and KashmirThe document notes growing convergence between terror networks and organised crime groups which facilitate logistics recruitment and financial flowsDigital platforms have emerged as key enablers for terrorist activities allowing anonymous communication through social media encrypted messaging applications dark web platforms and cryptocurrencies for propaganda dissemination recruitment funding and operational coordinationConcerns have also been highlighted regarding attempts to gain access to chemical biological radiological nuclear explosive and cyber capabilities along with the rising threat of cyber intrusions by both nonstate actors and hostile entitiesPrevention remains the cornerstone of the policy with emphasis on intelligenceled operations and coordinated surveillanceInstitutions such as the Multi Agency Centre and the Joint Task Force on Intelligence have been designated as central nodes for realtime intelligence sharing threat assessment and coordinated actionSecurity agencies are tasked with dismantling terror support ecosystems including overground worker networks illegal arms supply chains and terror financing channelsBorder security measures include the deployment of advanced surveillance and detection technologies across land maritime and aerial domainsCritical infrastructure including power installations railways aviation networks ports defence facilities space assets and atomic energy establishments will receive enhanced protection under the frameworkUnder the response mechanism local police forces will act as first responders in terror incidents supported by specialised state counterterror units and elite national forces such as the National Security Guard in major operationsInvestigations into terrorrelated offences will be led by the National Investigation Agency NIA with a focus on ensuring effective prosecution and securing high conviction ratesThe policy also emphasises strengthening institutional capacity through modernisation of equipment training and infrastructure along with standardisation of counterterror mechanisms across states and addressing existing operational gapsThe framework stresses strict adherence to human rights and legal safeguards citing laws such as the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act newly enacted criminal codes and Indiaâs international legal commitmentsIt also outlines preventive and corrective measures to address radicalisation including community engagement outreach programmes involving civil society organisations and religious leaders youth engagement initiatives prison monitoring systems and socioeconomic interventions aimed at reducing vulnerabilityAt the international level India will continue to strengthen intelligencesharing arrangements pursue extradition of terror suspects and support global efforts at the United Nations to designate terrorist entities and deny safe havensThe policy adopts a wholeofgovernment and wholeofsociety approach encouraging cooperation between government agencies private sector stakeholders and civil society to enhance preparedness response and recovery mechanismsLooking ahead the strategy calls for periodic legal reforms strengthening of statelevel counterterror frameworks improved investigative expertise and enhanced investment in emerging technologies to counter future threatsOfficials described âPRAHAARâ as a dynamic and forwardlooking framework aimed at dismantling terror ecosystems safeguarding national security and ensuring longterm resilience through coordinated and sustained efforts IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/mha-unveils-prahaar-indias-first-national-counter-terror-policy-662396.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/cia-retracts-19-intelligence-reports-over-bias-concerns-662200.html Washington Feb 22 The CIA has formally withdrawn or ordered revisions to 19 intelligence products after an internal and independent review found they did not meet the agencyâs analytic standards and âfailed to be independent of political considerationâ the agency has said CIA Director John Ratcliffe in an official release said the products produced over the past decade âfall short of the high standards of impartiality that CIA must uphold and do not reflect the expertise for which our analysts are renownedâThe unusual move includes the retraction of 17 reports and the recall of two others for substantial revision according to The Washington Post The reports will be deleted from CIA databases and will no longer be available to US policymakersThe products were identified by the Presidentâs Intelligence Advisory Board PIAB which reviewed hundreds of CIA analytic reports from the past decade An internal review led by Deputy Director Michael Ellis concurred with the findingsDirector Ratcliffe released redacted versions of three reports cited as examples They include âWomen Advancing White Racially and Ethnically Motivated Violent Extremist Radicalization and Recruitmentâ published October 6 2021 âMiddle EastNorth Africa LGBT Activists Under Pressureâ published January 14 2015 and âWorldwide PandemicRelated Contraceptive Shortfalls Threaten Economic Developmentâ published on July 8 2020âThe intelligence products we released to the American people today produced before my tenure as DCIA fall short of the high standards of impartiality that CIA must uphold and do not reflect the expertise for which our analysts are renownedâ Ratcliffe statedâThere is absolutely no room for bias in our work and when we identify instances where analytic rigour has been compromised we have a responsibility to correct the recordâ he addedA senior CIA official briefing reporters on condition of anonymity said âThereâs absolutely no room for bias of any kind in CIAâs work So when we find that our tradecraft did not reach that high bar of impartiality we must correct the recordâAccording to The Washington Post the partially released reports examined the role of women in violent white nationalist groups overseas the challenges facing LGBT activists in parts of the Islamic world and the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on access to contraception and family planning in developing countriesThe senior official described one 2021 assessment as âa prime example of how CIA analysts should not be spending their timeâ arguing that it weighed in on foreign political debates ârather than discussing any actual threats of political violenceâ and âimplies a danger to these societies from traditional motherhoodfocused rolesâThe official also said two reports relied on opensource information from advocacy groups including the Human Rights Campaign the Washington Blade newspaper and Planned ParenthoodThe CIA said the actions âunderscore our commitment to transparency accountability and objective intelligence analysisâThe recall follows months of scrutiny by senior intelligence officials over how earlier assessments were prepared The PIAB review was chaired by former Congressman Devin NunesThe CIA produces thousands of intelligence products annually IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/cia-retracts-19-intelligence-reports-over-bias-concerns-662200.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 09:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/five-live-cartridges-found-in-iit-bombay-hostel-bihar-link-under-probe-662202.html Mumbai Feb 22 Five live 765 mm cartridges were recovered from the bag of a student at the Indian Institute of Technology IIT Bombay in Powai during a security check inside the hostel premises following a minor dispute over money between students officials said on Sunday Acting on a complaint filed by a campus security officer Powai Police have registered an FIR against an accused and launched a detailed investigationPreliminary findings suggest that the live cartridges were brought from Bihar and police are now probing this link officials saidAccording to the police a security officer who was on night duty was alerted at around 130 am on February 19 by the Quick Response Team about a dispute between two students on the ground floor of Hostel No 1When the security officer arrived at the scene they found that a verbal argument had erupted between Suraj Dubey a firstyear BTech student residing in Room No 93 and Aman a resident of Room No 89 reportedly over a financial transactionThe hostels security team intervened and managed to calm the studentsDuring the interaction security staff allegedly detected the smell of alcohol on Suraj Dubey and his friend Apoorv Mishra Since alcohol is strictly prohibited inside the hostel premises the authorities decided to search their rooms in accordance with institutional regulationsWhile inspecting Suraj Dubeys room hostel security personnel checked a black bag kept inside From the front compartment of the bag five live yellowmetal cartridges bearing the marking KF 765 were recoveredWhen questioned about the ammunition Suraj Dubey reportedly claimed that the bag did not belong to him but to his friend Apoorv Mishra During further questioning Apoorv allegedly disclosed that the cartridges belonged to his acquaintance Sarvottam Anand Satishchandra Chaudhary 23 a resident of Samastipur BiharAccording to Apoorv Sarvottam had visited IIT Powai on February 12 and had placed the live cartridges inside the bag during his visit Senior officials were immediately informed about the developmentOn February 19 when Sarvottam Chaudhary returned to the campus he was detained for questioning During interrogation he allegedly admitted to having purchased the 765 mm cartridges from Munger in BiharAt around 10 pm the same night Security SubInspector Amod Karanje handed over the five live cartridges to the police station after which a case was registered against Sarvottam Anand Chaudhary under relevant sections related to the illegal possession and transportation of ammunitionThe recovery of live ammunition from the hostel of one of the countrys premier technical institutions is being viewed as a major security concern The seizure has also raised the possibility of an illegal ammunition supply connectionPolice are now investigating the motive behind bringing the cartridges onto the campus examining whether any criminal conspiracy was involved and if the matter is connected to a broader illegal arms supply networkMeanwhile security arrangements at IIT Powai have been further strengthened and a comprehensive probe into the incident is currently underwayFurther details are awaited IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/five-live-cartridges-found-in-iit-bombay-hostel-bihar-link-under-probe-662202.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 09:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/eight-linked-to-pakistan-arrested-in-tn-bengal-for-terror-plotting-against-india-662206.html New Delhi Feb 22 A total of eight people linked to Pakistans intelligence agency ISI and Bangladeshi terror outfits have been arrested in connection with plotting a terror conspiracy against India officials said on Sunday The arrested individuals used to post content in support of Pakistanbased terror outfits on social media and were residing in India without valid documents officials said on SundayEarlier the police confirmed that six illegal Bangladeshi nationals had been arrested in Tamil Nadu Two arrests were later made from West BengalAll are being brought to New Delhi for further investigationsThe arrests were made following specific intelligence inputs regarding provocative online activity and suspected communication with extremist elements operating from across the borderAll the arrested individuals were involved in suspicious activities including reconnaissance of cities and putting up Free Kashmir posters in New Delhi the officials saidAll of the accused were in contact with each other through social media Out of the eight individuals four travelled to Delhi and displayed Free Kashmir and other incriminating posters at metro stations during the IndiaAI Summit They later returned to Tamil Nadu and West BengalA Delhi Police Q Branch team travelled to Tirupur and with the assistance of Tirupur district police conducted simultaneous raids at three locations arresting six individuals Mijanur Rahman Mohammad Shabat Umar Mohammad Litan Mohammad Shahid and Mohammad UjjalPolice sources said the suspects were taken into custody without incident During the searches officials seized eight mobile phones and 16 SIM cardsPreliminary investigation indicated that the devices were allegedly used to share content supporting banned terror organisations and to maintain contact with suspected handlersThe seized devices have been sent for forensic examination to analyse communication records and identify possible links to larger networksInvestigators said the six individuals had been living and working in Tirupur for some time and were employed in garment manufacturing units in Uthukuli Thirumuruganpoondi and Palladam areasPolice said the accused were residing in India without valid passports or visasOfficials also suspect that forged Aadhaar cards were used by the accused to obtain employment and accommodationFurther interrogation is underway to ascertain the extent of their activities and determine whether they were part of any organised networkSecurity agencies have stepped up surveillance and verification measures in the region as part of ongoing efforts to monitor suspected unlawful activitiesInvestigations are underway and further details are awaitedThis follows reports from sources referencing security agencies indicating that LashkareTaiba from Pakistan has been organising an explosion near the Red Fort and other significant religious sites nationwide including a temple in Chandni ChowkAccording to sources the terrorist group might be planning an attack using an improvised explosive device IED IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/eight-linked-to-pakistan-arrested-in-tn-bengal-for-terror-plotting-against-india-662206.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 10:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/red-fort-temple-targets-on-radar-isi-backed-module-busted-in-tamil-nadu-west-bengal-662221.html New Delhi Feb 22 The security agencies have busted a major ISIbacked terror plot following the arrest of eight persons from West Bengal and Tamil Nadu The arrested persons are linked to Bangladesh based terror groups and were being funded by the ISI the security agencies have learntThe arrested persons have been identified as Mizanur Rahman Mohammed Shabat Umar Mohammed Litan Mohammed Shahid and Mohammed UjjalThe arrests were made from a garment factory in Tiruppur district of Tamil Nadu and West Bengal Among the arrested persons one is a Bangladeshi national the police saidThe suspects who were arrested by the Tamil Nadu are being handed over to the Delhi Police for further investigation The preliminary probe showed that these persons were plotting attacks in various parts of IndiaThe arrests come in the backdrop of the Intelligence agencies warning that the ISI backed LashkareTaiba is in the process of setting local modules in the country to carry out a series of attacksAnother alert said that the LashkareTaiba were plotting an attack near the Red Fort Following the arrest the police recovered mobile phones and SIM cardsThe accused persons had been posting content on the social media in support of Pakistan based terror groups All the persons arrested had concealed their identity and were working at a garment factory They used fake Aadhaar cards the police said During the raids the police recovered eight mobile phones and 16 SIM cardsIn a bid to help set up the local modules for the ISI backed groups these people were actively carrying out reconnaissance activities in various citiesDuring the AI Summit four of the accused had travelled to Delhi and put up poster advocating for a Free Kashmir Following this they returned to Tamil Nadu and West Bengal the police saidThe police said that the accused persons communicated via social media The Delhi police are set to grill them about their links to Bangladeshi based terror groups and also their connection with the ISI Since the last couple of months the ISI has been plotting attacks in India This is part of the ISIâs strategy to set up local modules so that the foreign hand can be avoidedThe Pakistani terrorists stationed at the launch pads across the IndiaPakistan border have been finding it hard to infiltrate The ISI feels that to overcome this it would be better to set up local modules within India Further Pakistan can also have the deniability factor if blasts are carried out within India with the help of locals an official saidAnother alert by the Intelligence agencies speaks about a plot to target Temples in North India The Delhi Police would question these accused persons about this plot The key information that the police will try to source is which are the places that they have carried out reconnaissanceThe plot to target temples has been on the anvil for several month now The aim is to carry out attacks on Temples and then incite communal tensions another official said This plot is being overseen by the LashkareTaibaThe terror group has been scouting for recruits and has even activated some of its moles in the country to carry out this activity Further the plot was bust at a time when the agencies have been warning that a conspiracy is being hatched in Bangladesh to carry out terror attacks ahead of the West Bengal elections IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/red-fort-temple-targets-on-radar-isi-backed-module-busted-in-tamil-nadu-west-bengal-662221.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 11:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/telangana-bjp-chief-taken-into-custody-by-police-in-hyderabad-662227.html Hyderabad Feb 21 Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao was taken into custody by police here on Sunday when he tried to leave for Banswada town in Kamareddy district which witnessed a communal clash on Friday Ramchander Rao who was placed under house arrest since Saturday night tried to leave for Banswada but was stopped and taken into custody by the policeTension prevailed at his house in the Tarnaka area when his supporters tried to resist the police Police arrested some of the protestersThe BJP leader was shifted to Bollarum Police Station Earlier Ramchander Rao told the media that he would visit Kamareddy to express solidarity with BJP MLA K Venkata Ramana Reddy who was allegedly attacked He alleged that in Banswada town 100 BJP workers were arrested during a bandh called by Hindu organisations Following his arrest Ramchander Rao alleged that there is an emergency in Telangana âThe AntiHindu Muslim League Maoist Congress has arrested me and are taking me to Bollarum PS for standing up for the Hindus of Banswada and for our karyakartas in Kamareddyâ reads a post by the BJP leader on XHe earlier wrote that in Congressruled Telangana it appears that standing up for the Hindu victims of Banswada and raising a voice for our karyakartas in Kamareddy has become a âcrimeââLet it be clear Congress is the New Muslim League it has reduced itself to lower and lower levels of appeasement By its actions it seems determined to outdo even the worst chapters of divisive politics in our history If Congress believes that confining me to my home will silence me or allow it to escape accountability it is gravely mistaken I will continue to stand firmly with our people no matter the pressureâ he saidBanswada town saw a clash on Friday evening after a youth raised an objection to the playing of a devotional song in a supermarket The employees of the supermarket assaulted the youth Later members of both the communities near the supermarket indulged in stone pelting resulting in injuries to two police personnelFollowing the clash police deployed additional forces in the town to prevent further clashesPolice registered two cases and arrested 12 accused involved in rioting IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/telangana-bjp-chief-taken-into-custody-by-police-in-hyderabad-662227.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 13:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/encounter-breaks-out-between-security-forces-and-terrorists-in-jampks-kishtwar-662229.html Jammu Feb 22 A gunfight erupted on Sunday between the security forces and the terrorists in Jammu and Kashmirâs Kishtwar district Nagrota headquartered White Knight Corps of the Army said on X today âððððððð ððððððððððð ðªððð ðððððððððð ðð ðððððð ð Troops of WhiteKnightCorps alongwith JmuKmrPolice and CRPF in a joint operation established contact with terrorists in the general area of Passerkut Kishtwar Firefight is on Troops have cordoned off the area Operation continuesâThe Army has codenamed the operation against terrorists in the Chatroo area as Operation TrashiIOfficials said the security forces including the Army JampK Police and the CRPF launched a CASO Cordon amp Search Operation in the forest area of Chatroo in Kishtwar district after receiving intelligence input about the presence of two to three JaisheMohammad JeM terrorists hiding in the densely forested areaâWhen the surrounding joint forces came close to the hiding terrorists they fired triggering an encounter which is now going on Reinforcements have been rushed to the snowbound areaâ officials saidThis is the second encounter in this area this month Earlier a gunfight broke out in the same densely forested area on February 4More than a dozen encounters have taken place during the last year between the security forces and the terrorists in the Chatroo area of KishtwarIt is believed that a group of foreign terrorists are operating in the area who keep on changing location between Kishtwar Doda and Udhampur districtsThe Army JampK Police and the CRPF are on a hot chase of this group of Pakistani terrorists and it is precisely because of this that the group is moving from one place to another instead of trying to attack the security forcesUnion Home Minister Amit Shah has given clear orders for neutralisation of Pakistani terrorists in the hilly districts of the Jammu divisionThe Union Home Minister called for a missionmode approach to usher in complete peace in the union territory during his last visit to Jammu on February 7 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/encounter-breaks-out-between-security-forces-and-terrorists-in-jampks-kishtwar-662229.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 13:46:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/prohibitory-orders-imposed-in-karnatakas-bagalkot-after-stone-pelting-during-shivaji-jayanti-procession-661951.html Bagalkot Feb 20 Prohibitory orders have been imposed in Bagalkot city of Karnataka on Friday following tension triggered by a stonepelting incident during the Shivaji Jayanti procession The incident was reported from the Killa Oni area when the procession was passing in front of a mosqueIn the wake of the incident police have clamped prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita BNSS in Old Bagalkot Navanagar and Vidyagiri localities The restrictions will remain in force until midnight on December 24Under the prohibitory orders gathering and movement of more than four persons in public places have been banned Carrying dangerous weapons engaging in activities that pose a threat to public safety conducting meetings or events without prior permission and staging protests have also been prohibitedPolice have tightened security arrangements across the city Additional security personnel have been deployed near the Panka Mosque surrounding areas and the Kottaleshwara temple to prevent any further untoward incidentsAmid the tension Hindu activists have expressed dissatisfaction over the police not arresting anyone in connection with the stonepelting incident so far They said they would discuss their future course of action and questioned the message being sent if no arrests were made despite the Superintendent of Police sustaining injuries Some activists staged a latenight protest on Thursday following the incident and warned of laying siege to a police station and organising a largescale protest if the accused were not arrestedAccording to authorities miscreants allegedly threw slippers and stones at the procession Superintendent of Police Siddharth Goyal and a Hindu activist sustained injuries in the incident The procession was reportedly set to conclude within five minutes when the incident occurredFollowing the stonepelting some pushcarts mostly belonging to vendors from the minority community were set on fireSpeaking on the incident Bagalkot SP Siddharth Goyal said that situation is under control We are checking videos and verifying from where the stones were thrown We identify them and arrest themAccording to preliminary investigation two stones were thrown when the procession approached a mosque and clarified that only police personnel were hit not members of the public He said two stones struck police personnel and one hit his shoulder he saidHe added that the situation is now under control videos are being examined and those responsible will be arrested after due verification Additional security has been deployed and strict action will be taken against anyone found disturbing peace He also stated that the incident did not appear to be preplanned IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/prohibitory-orders-imposed-in-karnatakas-bagalkot-after-stone-pelting-during-shivaji-jayanti-procession-661951.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/six-policemen-posted-at-rs-pura-observation-home-suspended-after-escape-of-2-pakistanis-gangster-661778.html Jammu Feb 17 Six policemen posted at the observation home in JampKâs RS Pura were suspended on Tuesday following the escape of three inmates The escaped inmates include two Pakistani nationals and a local gangster from RS Pura The three inmates of the observation home of the Social Welfare Department Jammu escaped on Monday after reportedly attacking policemen posted thereThe escaped inmates have been identified as local gangster Karanjit Singh alias Gugga a resident of Dablehar in RS Pura and Mohd Sunaullah and Ahsan Anwar both Pakistani nationalsMeanwhile the mother of the escaped gangster Karanjit Gugga also went missing on Tuesday police said adding that the escape appears to be part of a deeprooted conspiracyOfficials said the incident took place around 515 pm on Monday when the inmates reportedly assaulted two police personnel and fled from the facilitySoon after the incident police registered a case and launched a largescale search operation to track the fugitives Authorities said multiple police teams have been formed and raids are being carried out at different locations to arrest the escaped inmatesPolice personnel immediately cordoned off nearby areas following the escape The observation home in RS Pura that is run by the Social Welfare Department was established in 1988It houses undertrials and juveniles in conflict with the law providing shelter counselling education and rehabilitation support Such facilities function under the Juvenile Justice Care and Protection of Children Act 2015 and are meant for temporary care during ongoing legal enquiriesThe observation home temporarily house juveniles under 18 while their cases are being investigated or tried by the Juvenile Justice BoardThe inmates are provided food clothing shelter medical care and rehabilitation aiming to transition children into productive citizensThese observation homes are established by the UT government often in partnership with NGOs under Section 47 of the JJ Act 2015Unlike Special Homes for longterm postconviction rehabilitation or Childrens Homes for care and protection of children in need Observation Homes are specifically for undertrial juvenilesSeparate facilities are required for boys and girls and sometimes based on age groups IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/six-policemen-posted-at-rs-pura-observation-home-suspended-after-escape-of-2-pakistanis-gangster-661778.html Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/coast-guard-apprehends-bangladeshi-boat-28-fishermen-in-bay-of-bengal-661780.html Kolkata Feb 17 One Bangladeshi fishing boat along with 28 crew members was apprehended in the Bay of Bengal for illegally fishing in Indias Exclusive Economic Zone EEZ the Indian Coast Guard ICG said on Tuesday The force said that the Bangladeshis along with their boat were apprehended on Sunday while an ICG ship was on surveillance in the Northern Bay of BengalIndian Coast Guard Ship Amrit Kaur while on surveillance in the Northern Bay of Bengal apprehended 01 Bangladeshi Fishing Boats BFB along with 28 crew for illegally fishing in Indias Exclusive Economic Zone EEZ on 15 Feb 26 the coast guard said in an official statementWhile on patrol duty the ship detected the Bangladeshi fishing boat operating inside Indian waters in violation of the Maritime Zones of India Regulation of Fishing by Foreign Vessels Act 1981 MZI Act The vessel was intercepted boarded and thoroughly inspected by the Coast Guard boarding teamsAccording to officials the crew of the BFB failed to produce any valid authorisation or permit to fish in the maritime zones of India The fishing gear and catch indicated active fishing operations within the prohibited areaThe boat along with the crew was taken into custody and safely escorted to Frazerganj for further legal proceedingsThe apprehension highlights the Indian Coast Guards steadfast commitment to protecting Indias maritime interests preventing illegal fishing and ensuring the security of Indian fishermen operating in the region the statement further readIt added that the Indian Coast Guard maintains constant vigil in the Bay of Bengal through roundtheclock surface and air surveillance to enforce maritime laws and safeguard national maritime assetsEarlier on February 7 the Indian Coast Guard announced that it had seized three vessels off Mumbai and busted an international oil smuggling racket involving handlers operating across multiple countries coordinating the sale and transfer of cargo between ships at seaFollowing a meticulously planned seaair coordinated operation on February 5 and February 6 the three apprehended vessels are likely to be escorted to Mumbai for further investigation according to an official statementThe vessels will be handed over to Indian Customs and other law enforcement agencies for appropriate legal action it saidPreliminary findings indicate that the vessels frequently changed their identities to evade detection by maritime law enforcement agencies and that their owners are based in foreign countries it addedThe operation dismantled an intricate network involved in the illicit transfer of large volumes of oil and oilbased cargo originating from conflictridden regions the statement said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/coast-guard-apprehends-bangladeshi-boat-28-fishermen-in-bay-of-bengal-661780.html Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/rahman-takes-charge-tomorrow-as-intel-warns-of-jamaat-backed-mobocracy-661656.html Dhaka Feb 16 IANS The massive win by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party BNP in the recentlyconcluded Bangladesh elections has come as a relief for many in the countrynbspIn Tarique Rahman as the Prime Minister of the country the people see hopenbspWhile there is jubilation across the country there is also a great deal of scepticism due to the rise of the JamaateIslami The Jamaat ended up with 77 seats which is its best performance everRahman has his plate full owing to the mess that Muhammad Yunus has left for himnbspBangladesh watchers say that for Rahman cleaning up from within will be the biggest challenge when compared to foreign relationsnbspHe has made it clear that he wants good ties with all nations but has been firm for him that Bangladesh will always come first Experts say that this means that he would not give away too much to any country at the cost of his ownYunus had given too much away to Pakistan whereby he opened the seas and relaxed visa norms The Indian agencies say these were blunders by Yunus as the ISI has been using these routes to send arms and ammunition and also terrorists These routes are also being used to send in drugs and then route them into IndianbspUnder Yunus courtesy of the Jamaat mobocracy has become a daily normThe media has been attacked minorities persecuted and political opponents targeted The police have failed to book cases and even if they had those cases were never investigatednbspAn Intelligence Bureau official said that the Jamaat may not indulge in violence immediately There is a lot of talk that the Jamaat is looking to cosy up with the BNP so that it can be part of the governmentnbspBoth sides have been in an alliance in the past and hence it may come as no surprise if both come together again the official saidHowever the BNP does not need the Jamaat as it has a mammoth majority on its own Prior to the elections the Jamaat had a lot of control over the administration This is because of the good ties the party shared with YunusnbspAnother official said that if the Jamaat does not get some important role to play in the administration then it would get increasingly frustrated and indulge in mobocracynbspAlthough the BNP has won big the reach of the Jamaat has spread The party that never could cross the 20 mark has surged to 77 and that is a massive jump another official saidIt would look to use this reach to spread its ideology and also terrorise the people Experts say that although the Jamaat won big it is clearly not rejoicing The party was hoping to win the elections so that it could implement its own agendanbspOne main agenda of the Jamaat was to erase the memories of the 1971 Liberation War The Jamaat had sided with Pakistan in that war It always wanted Bangladesh to be part of Pakistan as it was easier to implement its radical ideology the experts also say Under Yunus it had managed to have its way The persecution of minorities violence on the streets and extortion grew multifoldHowever the election result clearly indicated that a majority of Bangladesh rejected the Jamaats ideology and they want Bangladesh to remain intact and not under the influence of a party that is a puppet of the ISInbspRahman is unlikely to allow the Jamaat to have a free run as he is interested in urgently restoring normalcy in his country another official saidnbspThe Jamaat on the other hand owing to its reach and frustration is likely to instigate the people and encourage mobocracy This would be challenging for Rahman as the Jamaat is not just a fringe group but today has political clout due to the 77 seats it won the official addedMoreover the Jamaat has won in the bordering areas with West Bengal These areas had become a breeding ground for radicalisation and with the Jamaat fully in control of these areas the problems are going to worsen and this challenges Indias national security intelligence agencies sayIANS https://dailyworld.in/security/rahman-takes-charge-tomorrow-as-intel-warns-of-jamaat-backed-mobocracy-661656.html Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/desperation-mounts-as-isi-hunts-afghan-taliban-dissidents-to-sustain-kashmir-operations-661257.html New Delhi Feb 9 After ties with the Afghan Taliban soured Pakistan has been hunting for disgruntled elements and recruiting them into the JaisheMohammed Indian agencies have learnt that the ISI has been scouting for disgruntled elements from the Afghan Taliban and other breakaway factions The idea is to recruit such persons and take them into the JaisheMohammed An official said that the strategy was to get these persons to infiltrate India directly from Afghanistan Moreover the ISI also seeks to break the Afghan Taliban with which it is having immense problems currently The new strategy has been devised because the terrorists waiting at the launchpads in Pakistanoccupied Kashmir PoK are finding it impossible to infiltrate into India Security is at an alltime high following the Pahalgam attack and the subsequent Operation SindoorAnother official said that this strategy has been used in the past Many who had fought against the Soviet forces in the 1980s were directed into Kashmir after the end of fighting After the Soviets withdrew in 1989 scores of Afghan fighters were sent to Kashmir to wage a battle against IndiaAccording to Intelligence agencies this time the push would be much harder as the desperation is growing There are hardly 50 terrorists of Pakistani origin who remain in Kashmir This is not a good enough number to carry out a sustained attack Moreover the security forces have launched a massive operation aimed at hunting down the remaining terroristsThe security forces have been able to achieve a lot of success and the number of terrorists of Pakistani origin has fallen to 50 from the 600 there were in 2019 These developments have set the alarm bells ringing within the ISI circles Both the ISI and Pakistan Army are under immense pressure from outfits such as the JaisheMohammed and LashkareTaiba over infiltrations They are asking why the army is unable to facilitate the infiltrations They too realise that if they want to survive they have to battle harder in Kashmir and with the infiltration falling to nearly nil they will not be able to achieve their goalAn Intelligence Bureau official said that there are currently at least 1500 terrorists waiting at the launchpads in PoK Every attempt to infiltrate that has been made since the Indian armed forces carried out Operation Sindoor has failed Among the 50 terrorists who remain in Jammu and Kashmir it has been learnt that many of them had fought in Afghanistan against the NATO forces Many veterans from Afghanistan have been recruited into the JaisheMohammed and they have been sent into the Valley an official saidDuring the recent encounter that led to the elimination of JaisheMohammed terrorists it was found that two of them had fought in Afghanistan before being recruited into the outfit and then sent into Kashmir The ISI is also looking to drive a wedge within the Afghan Taliban in a bid to make it weaker Pakistan has not been able to get around with the Taliban and this has led to a lot of frustration Both sides are constantly in battle with each other and it is the Pakistan security forces who have been facing lossesGetting the Taliban on board or weakening it is a major priority for Pakistan at this moment On one hand it wants to stop the fighting and on the other there is the Chinese pressure another official saidThe Chinese are insistent that Afghanistan is part of the ChinaPakistan Economic Corridor CPEC Project 20 Cashstrapped Pakistan is desperate for this project to take place The Chinese have told the Pakistanis to bring the Afghan Taliban on board at any cost if the project has to go through This has led to immense pressure in Islamabad and hence it feels the need to weaken the Taliban and then get them on board the official added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/desperation-mounts-as-isi-hunts-afghan-taliban-dissidents-to-sustain-kashmir-operations-661257.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 01:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/punjab-police-bust-cross-border-arms-amp-narcotics-smuggling-module-five-held-661318.html Chandigarh Feb 9 In an intelligenceled operation Amritsar Commissionerate Police have dismantled a crossborder arms and narcotics smuggling module with the arrest of five operatives and recovered six sophisticated pistols 115 grams of heroin and Rs 1190 lakh in drug money from their possession Punjabs Director General of Police DGP Gaurav Yadav said on Monday Those arrested have been identified as Simaranjeet Singh alias Mannu 24 Gurpreet Singh alias Gopi 20 Sukhraj Singh alias Joga 24 and Sajan Singh alias Gursajan Singh alias Ladda all residents of Roda Wala Kalan village and Molakdeep Singh 23 resident of village Ranike all belonging to Amritsar district The recovered pistols include two 9MM Glock made in Austria one Zigana made in Turkey two 32 bore and one 30 bore along with 10 cartridgesPolice teams have also impounded their car which they were using for smuggling DGP Yadav said preliminary investigation has revealed that the arrested accused were actively linked to a crossborder smuggling network and were receiving arms and narcotics consignments via drones from across the border Further investigation is ongoing to establish linkages in this case he said Sharing operational details Commissioner of Police Amritsar Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said that acting on information regarding crossborder smuggling links police teams have arrested Simranjeet Molakdeep Singh Gurpreet Sukhraj and Sajan along with a car and recovered two 32 bore pistols from their possession During further interrogation additional recoveries were effected leading to the seizure of four more pistols the heroin and the lakh drug money indicating their involvement in organised illegal arms and narcotics activities he said The Police Commissioner said the probe revealed that the arrested accused Simaranjeet Singh Molakdeep Singh and Gurpreet Singh were repeat offenders and were earlier involved in cases under the NDPS Act He said the investigation has also revealed that the accused Simranjeet Singh had remained a truck driver in Dubai Police teams are investigating the financial trail and hawala links of this network he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/punjab-police-bust-cross-border-arms-amp-narcotics-smuggling-module-five-held-661318.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/rajasthan-govt-issues-cybersecurity-advisory-warns-against-digital-arrest-and-call-forwarding-scams-661343.html Jaipur Feb 9 The Rajasthan government on Monday issued a comprehensive advisory to create public awareness about cybersecurity and cyber hygiene urging citizens to remain vigilant against rising cases of digital arrest scams and call forwarding frauds government officials said In a digital arrest scam cybercriminals impersonate officials from law enforcement or investigative agencies such as the Police Central Bureau of Investigation CBI Enforcement Directorate ED Narcotics Department or other government bodies Victims are intimidated through phone or video calls and coerced into paying money by threatening fake legal action officials addedFraudsters contact victims via Interactive Voice Response calls phone calls or video calls falsely claiming to be officials from agencies such as the Police CBI ED Federal Bureau of Investigation or the Department of Telecommunications In some cases the fraudsters use fake police station setups uniforms and officiallooking backgrounds to appear credible officials saidVictims are falsely accused of serious offences such as sending narcotics fake passports or illegal SIM cards through courier services for example FedExDHL and make misuse of Aadhaar or bank accounts They online fraudsters also indulge in money laundering or terrorist financing they addedIn certain cases scammers threaten to implicate a family member in an accident or criminal case Victims are often forced to stay continuously on video calls via WhatsApp Skype or similar platforms to prevent them from contacting others Money is then demanded in the name of settlement avoiding arrest keeping the matter out of the media or as fines or verification charges officials saidPolice officials shared important facts saying that no law enforcement agency carries out arrests digitally no government official demands money over phone or video calls and no official investigation is conducted through WhatsApp Skype or Telegram IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/rajasthan-govt-issues-cybersecurity-advisory-warns-against-digital-arrest-and-call-forwarding-scams-661343.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/lay-down-arms-join-mainstream-of-development-amit-shah-renews-appeal-to-maoists-in-bastar-661227.html RaipurJagdalpur Feb 9 IANS Declaring that the fight against Naxalism is not directed at individuals but focused on ensuring the safety and future of tribal villages Union Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated his call for Maoists to lay down their arms and join the mainstream of developmentnbspHe was addressing a gathering of tribals in Jagdalpur Chhattisgarh on Monday during the concluding ceremony of the Bastar Pandum festivalHe urged those still carrying weapons to surrender assuring them of dignified rehabilitation under the states attractive package which has already encouraged more than 2500 people to renounce violence However he warned that those who plant improvised explosive devices attack villages or destroy schools will face decisive action stressing that violence will be met with firm resistance and that Maoism has brought nothing but destructionHighlighting the remarkable transformation in Bastar HM Shah said the region is now emerging as a shining example before the nationnbspSchools closed for decades have reopened and he pledged that within five years Bastar will become the most developed division in Chhattisgarh By December 27 every village will have electricity mobile connectivity and full access to hospitals colleges post offices and other essential facilities HM Shah told a mass gathering of tribal people of BastarThe government he added will procure all tribal farmers paddy provide free rice gas cylinders and piped water while promoting new opportunities such as adventure tourism homestays canopy walks and glass bridges once Naxalism is eliminatednbspHM Shah announced several major development projects a new 118acre industrial zone an irrigation and 120megawatt power project on the Indravati River the Rs 3500crore RaoghatJagdalpur rail line already underway river interlinking initiatives and vocational training for 90000 youthHe noted the dramatic shift from a curfewlike atmosphere to one filled with smiling faces and vibrant cultural dances at night marking a profound change in Bastars social fabricnbspThe Home Minister emphasised Bastars rich tribal heritage home to communities such as the Abuj Maria Dandami Maria Muria Gond Halba Bhatra Dorla Dhurwa Parja and Gadaba each with unique languages dances like Sur Kasar Rela and Ghotul and traditions preserved since ancient timesHe praised the Bastar Pandum festival for showcasing this culture nationally and announced that topperforming teams in all 12 categories will be invited to Rashtrapati Bhavan to present their art and dine with the President calling it a great honournbspHM Shah also paid tribute to the security forces Chhattisgarh Police DRG CRPF ITBP and BSF who have sacrificed lives and limbs in the fight against NaxalismOn behalf of Bastars tribal communities he expressed deep gratitude and condolences to their families He voiced full confidence that Bastar will be completely free of Naxalism within the stipulated timeframenbspConcluding with a powerful chant of Jai Danteshwari Mai and Vande Mataram HM Shah reaffirmed that Bastars true identity lies not in violence but in its unparalleled art culture music and heritage treasures that are jewels of Indian civilisationIANS https://dailyworld.in/security/lay-down-arms-join-mainstream-of-development-amit-shah-renews-appeal-to-maoists-in-bastar-661227.html Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/islamabad-blast-raises-iskp-betrayal-angle-as-pakistan-sidesteps-intelligence-lapses-targets-india-661138.html New Delhi Feb 7 Within 24 hours of the deadly Islamabad blast that killed over 30 people and injured 160 Pakistan was quick to blame Afghanistan and India Pakistan however did not blame its own Intelligence factor and the fact that it has nurtured terror groups for long which have now turned against it An assessment by the Indian agencies suggested that it could be the handiwork of the TehreekeTaliban Pakistan TTP or the Islamic State Khorasan Province ISKP However both groups have not claimed credit for the attack Indian agencies also do not rule out the possibility of this attack being a diversionary tactic by the establishment to turn attention from the losses the Pakistan security forces have faced in Balochistan Unknown terrorists targeted devotees at the Khadja Tul Kubra Mosque in Islamabads Tarlai Kalan area when they were offering Friday prayers The pattern in which the attack was carried out and the fact that the Shias were targeted suggest that it could be the handiwork of either the TTP or ISKP Another question that Indian officials ask is why Pakistan was quick to blame India and Afghanistan They are not speaking about the Intelligence failure and one has to understand if this miss was deliberate or not the official said The Pakistan establishment whose de facto head is Field Marshal Asim Munir has been left redfaced on several occasions in recent months It began with Indias Operation Sindoor and since then Pakistan has been in a battle with multiple players It has been battling the Balochistan Liberation Army BLA the TTP and also the Afghan Taliban Further there are protests in Pakistanoccupied Kashmir PoK against the establishment and Intelligence Bureau officials say that the region is all set to blow up very soon If this attack was carried out by the ISKP then it is a clear sign that the ISIs strategy has blown up in its face The ISKP never trusted the Pakistan establishment and like the TTP wants the country to be ruled under Sharia law The ISI briefly roped in the ISKP to fight alongside the LashkareTaiba against the Afghan Taliban and TTP However this strategy blew up in the face of the ISI as the ISKP has yet again shown that it cannot be trusted an official said The ISKP briefly agreed to battle alongside the LashkareTaiba due to its enmity with the Afghan Taliban It had hoped that Pakistan would have helped it in its fight against the Afghan Taliban but then the ISI failed to live up to its commitment Moreover not all in the Islamic State especially those part of the Syria and Iraq branches wanted any alliance with the Pakistan establishment They felt that the issues that the ISKP has been raising regarding Pakistan becoming an Islamic State run by the Sharia were being diluted due to this alliance An official said that it is too early to conclude whether it was the ISKP which carried out the attack However it bears all the signatures of the ISKP the official said Before even a preliminary probe could begin Pakistans Defence Minister Khwaja Asif blamed the Afghan Taliban and India for the strikeAnalysts said that this kneejerk reaction by Munir is a clear sign that he wants to divert attention from a variety of issues He sought to divert the Balochistan issue and sought to set a narrative against India and the Taliban Such a statement and the attack come at a time when Pakistan is drumming up a huge narrative against India It has allowed the JaisheMohammad to carry out radical rallies while also trying to provoke the people in Pakistanoccupied Kashmir PoK The idea is to create unrest and then blame India for the same In doing so Pakistan forgot to assess its own internal security and the blast in an urban area is proof of that the experts say IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/islamabad-blast-raises-iskp-betrayal-angle-as-pakistan-sidesteps-intelligence-lapses-targets-india-661138.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 11:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/odisha-hardcore-woman-maoist-surrenders-in-koraput-police-announce-lwe-free-status-661022.html Bhubaneswar Feb 5 A hardcore underground woman cadre of the banned CPI Maoist organisation on Thursday surrendered before the Koraput police in Odisha The surrendered woman Maoist identified as Mamata Podiami alias Mamita and Soni is a resident of Bijapur district in neighbouring Chhattisgarh She was an ACM Area Committee Memberranked cadre of the CPI MaoistWith the surrender of Mamata the Odisha Police on Thursday declared Koraput district one of the worstaffected districts of LeftWing Extremism LWE in the state as NaxalfreeThe surrender took place in the presence of senior officials of the Odisha Police and the Border Security Force at Jeypore in KoraputDuring the surrender the ACM cadre of CPI Maoist also laid down one SLR along with 10 live rounds of ammunitionâA day after Malkangiri district was declared Naxalfree we are today declaring Koraput district Naxalfree following the surrenderâ said Kanwar Vishal Singh DIG South Western Range KoraputMamata is also involved in many incidents of exchange of fire EoF antigovernment and antinational activities in the bordering areas of Odisha and Chhattisgarh whose verification is going onSpeaking to media persons he further stated that as per the Odisha governmentâs rehabilitation policy the surrendered woman ACM cadre Maoist will get Rs 550 lakh another Rs 165 lakh for surrendering along with the SLR rifle along with several other financial and related rewardsIt is worth noting that one hardcore ACMrank CPI Maoist cadre Sukhram Markam alias Suresh and Yogesh of Sukma district in Chhattisgarh surrendered before the Malkangiri Police in Odisha on WednesdayâThis surrender of the operational and ideological CPI Maoist leader marks a final blow to CPI Maoist cadres in Malkangiri making the Malkangiri district Naxalfreeâ the Malkangiri Police announced on WednesdayIn December last year Union Home Minister Amit Shah had earlier announced that Odisha stands at the threshold of becoming completely free from LWEThe government is resolved to eliminate LWE from the country before March 31 2026 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/odisha-hardcore-woman-maoist-surrenders-in-koraput-police-announce-lwe-free-status-661022.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/combat-roles-propaganda-drive-indian-recruits-towards-iskp-in-afghanistan-661115.html New Delhi Feb 6 In 2019 there were an estimated 200 Indians who were part of the Islamic State but some of the returnees during questioning had said that they were given menial jobs and looked down upon However that has changed and now the Islamic State is moving most of its Indian origin operatives into Afghanistan where the Islamic State Khorasan Province ISKP is wooing them through combat roles and propaganda glorifying them Earlier all these operatives had moved from India and other middle eastern countries to be part of the outfit in Syria and Iraq Some of the returnees complained of being given menial jobs and many recruits had reported that they were disgruntled and wanted to return to their countryHowever the situation has changed with the Islamic State moving Indian origin operatives into Afghanistan where ISKP dominatesThe outfit which has managed to radicalise scores of Indian youth is also trying to get them out of India and place them in AfghanistanThe Indian operatives prefer Afghanistan over Syria and Iraq for a variety of reasons They find the cultures to be similar when compared to the Arab nations Further they have also found it easier to operate within Afghanistan when compared to Syria or Iraq officials sayThe agencies are keeping a close watch for any possible movement of Islamic State operatives from India to Afghanistan It is clear that the ISKP has lost a lot of men and hence wants more people in its outfitAmong all the countries it has recruited from the outfit found it is the Indian operatives who were more interested in fighting in Afghanistan when compared to other countriesAn Intelligence Bureau official said that the route may not be a direct one Many would attempt going to the Gulf nations before they could travel to Afghanistan This the ISKP feels would keep the heat low and they could make a safe entry into AfghanistanPrior to setting up operations in Afghanistan the operatives from India could choose only between Syria and Iraq Hearing some of the horror stories narrated by the returnees or those pleading to return the recruitments from India had gone down considerablyThese operatives were given menial jobs and never allowed on the battlefield and this had led to a lot of disgruntlement among the cadres from India However the situation in Afghanistan is completely different Not only are they being given combatant jobs but are also being used as suicide bombers This has made Afghanistan an attractive proposition for the Indian recruitsThree recent examples of Indian recruits being chosen as suicide bombers are Abu Khalid alHindi Abu Rajah alHindi and Najeeb alHindiThis is however not the only aspect which is attracting the Indian recruits These persons who take part in attacks or are chosen as suicide bombers are made into heroes by the ISKPThe outfit has a sophisticated communication platform which is used to spread its propaganda In one issue of the outfitâs magazine Voice of Khorasan Najeebâs story was featured in four pagesLike Najeeb another operative from Kerala Abu Khalid alHindi too featured in the same magazineThe article speaks about their sacrifices and how they fought all difficulties and reached Afghanistan Such cases are being used widely by the ISKP to brainwash and recruitAn Intelligence Bureau official said that in recent months the activity online has gone up multifold What is attracting the youth is the amount of importance the ISKP has been giving to Indian operativesThe bigger plan is to recruit thousands from India and ensure that they make their way into Afghanistan With the situation in the region getting harder the ISKP is in need of men to wage a battle and they find the Indian recruits best suited for the job This would be an ongoing process and the agencies would need to remain on a state of highalert officials say IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/combat-roles-propaganda-drive-indian-recruits-towards-iskp-in-afghanistan-661115.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pak-origin-drone-neutralised-in-punjab-4-kg-heroin-seized-660847.html Chandigarh Feb 4 In a major breakthrough against transborder narcotic smuggling networks Punjab Police in a joint operation with the Border Security Force BSF has recovered 3925 kg heroin from agricultural fields of the Border Outpost BOP in Kaalian in Tarn Taran said Director General of Police DGP Gaurav Yadav here on Wednesday Apart from recovering the heroin consignment police teams have also recovered a DJI Matrice drone used by the Pakistanbased smugglers to push the consignment from across the international border pointing towards crossborder smuggling attempts using advanced technologyThe DGP said the investigation is underway to identify crossborder handlers trace supply routes and dismantle the entire networkSharing operational details Senior Superintendent of Police SSP Surendra Lamba said the Punjab governments Baaz Akh antidrone system had detected drone movement in the Kaalian areaActing swiftly police teams informed the BSF and jointly launched the combing operation leading to neutralising the drone loaded with the heroin consignment which was later recovered from agricultural fields he saidThe SSP said further investigation is ongoing to identify the intended recipient of the heroin consignmentIn this regard a case has been registered under Section 21C of the NDPS Act and Sections 25 26 and 29 of the Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam in Valtoha in Tarn TaranThe police are carrying out Gangstran Te Vaar a war against gangsters and organised crimeDGP Yadav has appealed to the public especially the youth to stay away from crime and antisocial elements and channel their energy positivelyHe emphasised that there is no place for crime in Punjab He urged people to make maximum use of the AntiGangster Helpline number 9394693946 to confidentially share information about any criminal or gangster activities assuring that the identity of informants will be kept secretHe stressed that with public cooperation antisocial elements can be completely rooted out of society IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pak-origin-drone-neutralised-in-punjab-4-kg-heroin-seized-660847.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 02:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/nepal-mobilises-army-for-election-security-660856.html Kathmandu Feb 4 As Nepal prepares to hold parliamentary elections on March 5 the Nepal Army has been mobilised across the country to support election security starting Wednesday As per the Integrated Election Security Plan Nepal plans to mobilise 79727 army personnel nationwide to support the Nepal Police the Armed Police Force and the temporarilyhired election police in conducting the polls peacefully With just a month remaining before the elections the army has been deployed to strengthen security for the House of Representatives pollsâThe Nepal Army has been mobilised in line with the decision of the Government of Nepal and the Integrated Security Planâ Brigadier General Rajaram Basnet spokesperson for the Nepal Army told IANS âAs part of election security we have established bases and are already conducting joint patrols with other security agenciesâThe army will replace police forces at airports prisons and other sensitive installations freeing police personnel to be mobilised in the field for election dutiesBasnet said joint patrols involve assessing election centres to arrange security management accordingly Under the Integrated Security Plan security arrangements will be implemented in three phases â preelection during the elections and postelectionDuring the preelection phase the Nepal Army is providing security for ballot paper printing âJoint exercises involving personnel from all security agencies separate ground patrols and aerial patrols by the Nepal Army will continueâ Basnet saidAs per the plan the Nepal Army will provide security to polling stations from the third security ring in coordination with the Nepal Police and the Armed Police Force Nepal Police will be deployed in the first ring as has been the practice in past elections The Armed Police Force Nepal will be mobilised in the second ring followed by the Nepal Army in the outer third ring âHowever the configuration of these security rings may change depending on the situationâ Basnet saidIn the postelection phase security personnel will be deployed to ensure the safe transportation of ballot boxes the security of polling stations and the protection of votecounting centresUnder the plan more than 338000 security personnel will be mobilised including personnel from the Nepal Army Nepal Police Armed Police Force election police intelligence agencies and other security units IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/nepal-mobilises-army-for-election-security-660856.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 02:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/post-pahalgam-terror-attack-178-crore-tourists-visited-jampk-making-loud-statement-of-faith-in-goodwill-of-local-people-l-g-sinha-660866.html Srinagar Feb 4 Despite the huge setback to the tourism industry by the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmirs Pahalgam on April 22 last year in which 26 innocent civilians including 25 tourists and a local pony owner were killed by Pakistani terrorists more than 178 crore tourists visited the Union Territory in 2025 The hospitality of the people and the confidence reposed by the visitors in the goodwill of the locals has defeated the nefarious designs of the enemies of peace and prosperity in Jammu and KashmirJammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor LG Manoj Sinha has rightly said on Wednesday that despite security challenges tourism continues to be the pillar of the Union Territorys economyIn his address to the Legislative Assembly LG Sinha said that despite security challenges and natural calamities more than 178 crore tourists visited the Union Territory last yearThe LG referred to challenges like the Pahalgam terror attack 2025 floods and Operation Sindoor He said because of its crucial economic importance tourism had been given the status of an industry in Jammu and Kashmir to attract investment and generate employmentThe LG had special word of appreciation for the Chrysanthemum garden called BagheGulDawood started first time as a major autumn tourist attraction in Srinagar last yearHe added that with more than 50 vibrant varieties of Chrysanthemum the garden is a strategic cornerstone in Kashmirs transition to yearround destinationFocus has been given to pilgrim tourism in Jammu adventure tourism in Kashmir and ecofriendly tourism in border areas for equitable growth of various regions of Jammu and Kashmir the LG saidHe added that the Union government is planning a sustainable project for emerging tourist destinations with publicprivate participationReferring to the power sector the LG said there has been structural transformation in this sector through new hydropower projects like Pakal Dul Kiru Ratle and Kwar projects having a united potential of 3014 megawattsLG Sinha noted with satisfaction that during the last five years 5708 MVA capacity has been added to distribution system and 4239 MVA capacity to transmission sector in Jammu and KashmirHe said power losses have been reduced by nine per cent while revenue realisation has increased by 16 per cent in the Union Territory He added that solarisation of government buildings and private homes through PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has further strengthened renewable energy adoptionThe LG said that under this Central flagship scheme so far 6700 government buildings and 16800 homes had been solarisedHe added that historic milestone in connectivity has been achieved by connecting the Valley with the rest of the country through a railway link He referred to modernisation of Jammu Tawi Railway station and the creation of a separate full fledged railway division for Jammu and Kashmir IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/post-pahalgam-terror-attack-178-crore-tourists-visited-jampk-making-loud-statement-of-faith-in-goodwill-of-local-people-l-g-sinha-660866.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 02:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/post-pahalgam-terror-attack-178-crore-tourists-visited-jampk-reposes-faith-in-goodwill-of-local-people-l-g-sinha-660868.html Srinagar Feb 4 Despite the huge setback to the tourism industry by the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmirs Pahalgam on April 22 last year in which 26 innocent civilians including 25 tourists and a local pony owner were killed by Pakistani terrorists more than 178 crore tourists visited the Union Territory in 2025 The hospitality of the people and the confidence reposed by the visitors in the goodwill of the locals has defeated the nefarious designs of the enemies of peace and prosperity in Jammu and KashmirJammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor LG Manoj Sinha has rightly said on Wednesday that despite security challenges tourism continues to be the pillar of the Union Territorys economyIn his address to the Legislative Assembly LG Sinha said that despite security challenges and natural calamities more than 178 crore tourists visited the Union Territory last yearThe LG referred to challenges like the Pahalgam terror attack 2025 floods and Operation SindoorHe said because of its crucial economic importance tourism had been given the status of an industry in Jammu and Kashmir to attract investment and generate employmentThe LG had special word of appreciation for the Chrysanthemum garden called BagheGulDawood started first time as a major autumn tourist attraction in Srinagar last yearHe added that with more than 50 vibrant varieties of Chrysanthemum the garden is a strategic cornerstone in Kashmirs transition to yearround destinationFocus has been given to pilgrim tourism in Jammu adventure tourism in Kashmir and ecofriendly tourism in border areas for equitable growth of various regions of Jammu and Kashmir the LG saidHe added that the Union government is planning a sustainable project for emerging tourist destinations with publicprivate participationReferring to the power sector the LG said there has been structural transformation in this sector through new hydropower projects like Pakal Dul Kiru Ratle and Kwar projects having a united potential of 3014 megawattsLG Sinha noted with satisfaction that during the last five years 5708 MVA capacity has been added to distribution system and 4239 MVA capacity to transmission sector in Jammu and KashmirHe said power losses have been reduced by nine per cent while revenue realisation has increased by 16 per cent in the Union TerritoryHe added that solarisation of government buildings and private homes through PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has further strengthened renewable energy adoptionThe LG said that under this Central flagship scheme so far 6700 government buildings and 16800 homes had been solarisedHe added that historic milestone in connectivity has been achieved by connecting the Valley with the rest of the country through a railway linkHe referred to modernisation of Jammu Tawi Railway station and the creation of a separate full fledged railway division for Jammu and Kashmir IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/post-pahalgam-terror-attack-178-crore-tourists-visited-jampk-reposes-faith-in-goodwill-of-local-people-l-g-sinha-660868.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 02:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/post-pahalgam-terror-attack-178-crore-tourists-visited-jampk-l-g-sinha-660869.html Srinagar Feb 4 Despite the huge setback to the tourism industry by the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmirs Pahalgam on April 22 last year in which 26 innocent civilians including 25 tourists and a local pony owner were killed by Pakistani terrorists more than 178 crore tourists visited the Union Territory in 2025 The hospitality of the people and the confidence reposed by the visitors in the goodwill of the locals has defeated the nefarious designs of the enemies of peace and prosperity in Jammu and KashmirJammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor LG Manoj Sinha has rightly said on Wednesday that despite security challenges tourism continues to be the pillar of the Union Territorys economyIn his address to the Legislative Assembly LG Sinha said that despite security challenges and natural calamities more than 178 crore tourists visited the Union Territory last yearThe LG referred to challenges like the Pahalgam terror attack 2025 floods and Operation SindoorHe said because of its crucial economic importance tourism had been given the status of an industry in Jammu and Kashmir to attract investment and generate employmentThe LG had special word of appreciation for the Chrysanthemum garden called BagheGulDawood started first time as a major autumn tourist attraction in Srinagar last yearHe added that with more than 50 vibrant varieties of Chrysanthemum the garden is a strategic cornerstone in Kashmirs transition to yearround destinationFocus has been given to pilgrim tourism in Jammu adventure tourism in Kashmir and ecofriendly tourism in border areas for equitable growth of various regions of Jammu and Kashmir the LG saidHe added that the Union government is planning a sustainable project for emerging tourist destinations with publicprivate participationReferring to the power sector the LG said there has been structural transformation in this sector through new hydropower projects like Pakal Dul Kiru Ratle and Kwar projects having a united potential of 3014 megawattsLG Sinha noted with satisfaction that during the last five years 5708 MVA capacity has been added to distribution system and 4239 MVA capacity to transmission sector in Jammu and KashmirHe said power losses have been reduced by nine per cent while revenue realisation has increased by 16 per cent in the Union TerritoryHe added that solarisation of government buildings and private homes through PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has further strengthened renewable energy adoptionThe LG said that under this Central flagship scheme so far 6700 government buildings and 16800 homes had been solarisedHe added that historic milestone in connectivity has been achieved by connecting the Valley with the rest of the country through a railway linkHe referred to modernisation of Jammu Tawi Railway station and the creation of a separate full fledged railway division for Jammu and Kashmir IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/post-pahalgam-terror-attack-178-crore-tourists-visited-jampk-l-g-sinha-660869.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 02:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/tourist-influx-of-178-crore-after-pahalgam-attack-shows-faith-in-jampks-people-l-g-sinha-660870.html Srinagar Feb 4 Despite the huge setback to the tourism industry by the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmirs Pahalgam on April 22 last year in which 26 innocent civilians including 25 tourists and a local pony owner were killed by Pakistani terrorists more than 178 crore tourists visited the Union Territory in 2025 The hospitality of the people and the confidence reposed by the visitors in the goodwill of the locals has defeated the nefarious designs of the enemies of peace and prosperity in Jammu and KashmirJammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor LG Manoj Sinha has rightly said on Wednesday that despite security challenges tourism continues to be the pillar of the Union Territorys economyIn his address to the Legislative Assembly LG Sinha said that despite security challenges and natural calamities more than 178 crore tourists visited the Union Territory last yearThe LG referred to challenges like the Pahalgam terror attack 2025 floods and Operation SindoorHe said because of its crucial economic importance tourism had been given the status of an industry in Jammu and Kashmir to attract investment and generate employmentThe LG had special word of appreciation for the Chrysanthemum garden called BagheGulDawood started first time as a major autumn tourist attraction in Srinagar last yearHe added that with more than 50 vibrant varieties of Chrysanthemum the garden is a strategic cornerstone in Kashmirs transition to yearround destinationFocus has been given to pilgrim tourism in Jammu adventure tourism in Kashmir and ecofriendly tourism in border areas for equitable growth of various regions of Jammu and Kashmir the LG saidHe added that the Union government is planning a sustainable project for emerging tourist destinations with publicprivate participationReferring to the power sector the LG said there has been structural transformation in this sector through new hydropower projects like Pakal Dul Kiru Ratle and Kwar projects having a united potential of 3014 megawattsLG Sinha noted with satisfaction that during the last five years 5708 MVA capacity has been added to distribution system and 4239 MVA capacity to transmission sector in Jammu and KashmirHe said power losses have been reduced by nine per cent while revenue realisation has increased by 16 per cent in the Union TerritoryHe added that solarisation of government buildings and private homes through PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has further strengthened renewable energy adoptionThe LG said that under this Central flagship scheme so far 6700 government buildings and 16800 homes had been solarisedHe added that historic milestone in connectivity has been achieved by connecting the Valley with the rest of the country through a railway linkHe referred to modernisation of Jammu Tawi Railway station and the creation of a separate full fledged railway division for Jammu and Kashmir IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/tourist-influx-of-178-crore-after-pahalgam-attack-shows-faith-in-jampks-people-l-g-sinha-660870.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 02:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-1-terrorist-killed-in-kishtwar-2-in-udhampur-660879.html Jammu Feb 4 One militant was killed on Wednesday in JampKâs Kishtwar district while two others were killed in Udhampur district in two separate gunfights with the joint forces Army said that around 545 pm contact was reestablished with the terrorists on the run in the ongoing joint Operation TrashiI by the troops of the Armyâs CIF Delta JampK Police and CRPF in the general area of Dichhar KishtwarâOne terrorist has been successfully neutralised The operation is in progressâ the Army saidCounterterror operations were launched in parts of the Kishtwar district after the January 18 encounter in which one paratrooper of the army was martyredâIn the continuing search and elimination of terrorists in the Kishtwar region the hunt has already led to several contacts in the dense forests and challenging terrainâ the Army saidEarlier on Wednesday in the Basantgarh forest area of Udhampur district a cordon was laid following actionable intelligence about the presence of militantsJoint forces had moved in last evening as the militants fired at them from a cave pinpointed by the drones used by the joint forces during the operationOfficials said that joint forces gave a calibrated response moving cautiously while tightening the cordon around the militants to prevent their escape in the densely forested areaUAVs Unmanned Aerial Vehicles played a crucial role in confirming the presence of terrorists inside the cave allowing the joint forces to adjust their strategy and avoid unnecessary riskThe operation is being carried out cautiously keeping in view the possibility of more militants hiding in the areaThe officials said that inhabitants of nearby localities have been advised to remain indoors as a precautionary measure till the operation is concludedThe presence of militants in the hilly areas of Udhampur Kathua Rajouri Poonch and Doda districts of Jammu division has emerged as a major concern for the security forcesOn January 8 Home Minister Amit Shah in a review meeting ordered to neutralise these militants mostly believed to be Pakistani national while maintaining zero infiltration at the bordersShah will visit JampK for three days beginning on February 5In addition to other engagements Amit Shah is scheduled to visit the international border and chair another security review meeting in Jammu city IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jampk-1-terrorist-killed-in-kishtwar-2-in-udhampur-660879.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/us-vice-president-vance-secy-rubio-call-for-global-minerals-reset-660892.html Washington Feb 4 US Vice President J D Vance on Tuesday urged US allies and partners to act collectively to fix what he described as a broken global market for critical minerals warning that brittle and highly concentrated supply chains threaten economic growth and national security Opening the Critical Minerals Ministerial Vance said modern economies continued to depend on âreal thingsâ stressing that critical minerals were as essential as oil and gas for economic activity advanced manufacturing and defence systemsThe ministerial one of the largest ones hosted by the United States is being attended by over 50 countries India is being represented by External Affairs Minister S JaishankarâThere is no realer thing than critical mineralsâ Vance said arguing that governments had learned âthe hard wayâ how deeply their economies depended on stable access to these materialsHe said countries represented at the meeting together accounted for close to twothirds of global GDP and had the capacity to make themselves âmore independent more selfreliantâ if they worked togetherVance said the current international market was failing to support domestic supply chains or longterm investment He cited repeated instances in which mining and processing projects collapsed after sudden market flooding led to price crashes forcing investors to pull outâSupply chains remain brittle and exceptionally concentratedâ he said adding that erratic and unpredictable prices had made sustained investment nearly impossibleHe outlined the Trump administrationâs broader approach to addressing those vulnerabilities pointing to steps already taken over the past year including domestic and international agreements expanded public financing tools and new efforts to stockpile mineralsVance also described a proposed preferential trade zone for critical minerals built around reference prices intended to stabilize markets and protect supply chains from external disruption He said the initiative was designed to create diverse centers of production and supply chains immune to sudden shocks while strengthening partner countriesâOur alliances and our friendships can really help one anotherâ Vance saidSecretary of State Marco Rubio delivering his opening remarks after Vance echoed the call for coordinated international action and said the administration viewed critical minerals as central to both economic and national securityâCritical minerals are vital to the devices that we use every single dayâ Rubio said noting that they power infrastructure industry and national defenseRubio said US President Donald Trump had made the issue a top priority from his first day in office citing an executive order issued in March to accelerate permitting reform increase domestic mining and build reliable supply chains âboth at home and abroadââIn October alone the United States secured over 10 billion in critical mineral agreements across five countriesâ Rubio said pointing to existing efforts to deepen cooperation with allies and partnersHe also highlighted the Pax Silica Summit convened in December which he said launched a partnership dedicated to building a resilient silicon supply chain capable of supporting âa new era of global prosperityâ Rubio warned that emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence would not be possible unless countries rebuilt factories and reopened minesDrawing on US history Rubio recalled how rare earth discoveries at Mountain Pass California helped usher in the jet age space age and computer age before mining was neglected and supply chains were outsourcedâWe woke up and realised we had outsourced our economic security and our very futureâ he saidRubio compared the current effort to the Washington Energy Conference held in the same room about 50 years ago which led to the creation of the International Energy Agency during a period of concentrated global oil supplies He said todayâs discussions were aimed at advancing Critical Minerals Framework Agreements to protect every stage of production from mining to refining and manufacturingâThis is not solely an American initiativeâ Rubio said âThis must be an international global initiative with likeminded countriesâThe ministerial brought together senior officials from dozens of countries as governments seek to reduce dependence on concentrated mineral supply chains amid rising geopolitical tensions and growing demand from clean energy defense and advanced technology sectors IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/us-vice-president-vance-secy-rubio-call-for-global-minerals-reset-660892.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:40:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/us-invites-allies-to-form-critical-minerals-bloc-660895.html Washington Feb 4 The US has urged allies and partners to join a proposed critical minerals trading bloc as the Trump administration pushed for coordinated action to stabilise markets and secure supply chains Vice President JD Vance laid out the idea while opening the Critical Minerals Ministerial in Washington He said the global market for critical minerals was failing and leaving economies exposedThere is no realer thing than critical minerals Vance said calling them essential to modern economies national defence and advanced technologyHe said that supply chains were brittle and highly concentrated Prices were erratic Investment was unreliable Projects often collapsed after sudden market flooding caused prices to crashVance said countries represented at the meeting accounted for close to twothirds of global GDP Together he added they had the power to reshape the marketWere all on the same team the US VicePresident saidVance outlined a plan for a preferential trade zone for critical minerals The zone would be protected from external disruptions It would rely on reference prices set at each stage of productionThose prices would act as a floor enforced through adjustable tariffs he said The goal was to stop market dumping that undercuts domestic producers and drives longterm investors away Vance addedWe want members to form a trading block among allies and partners he saidHe said stable prices would support private financing and longterm planning The bloc would also guarantee access to minerals during emergenciesVance added The initiative aimed to create diverse centres of production Supply chains would be more resilient Markets would be more predictableOur alliances and our friendships can really help one another he saidUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio followed Vance with opening remarks of his own He said the issue went to the heart of national securityCritical minerals are vital to the devices that we use every single day Rubio said He added that they power infrastructure industry and national defenceRubio said President Donald Trump made the issue a priority from his first day in office He pointed to an executive order issued in March 2025 to speed permitting boost domestic mining and strengthen supply chains at home and abroadRubio cited existing efforts rather than new announcements He said the US secured more than 10 billion in critical mineral agreements across five countries in OctoberHe also pointed to the Pax Silica Summit held in December last year He said it launched a partnership to build a resilient silicon supply chainRubio warned that technologies such as artificial intelligence would not advance without reopening mines and rebuilding factoriesHe turned to US history to make his case Rubio recalled the discovery of rare earth minerals at Mountain Pass in California in 1949 He said that those resources helped drive the jet age the space age and the computer ageLater he added that mining was neglected manufacturing was outsourced and supply chains weakenedWe woke up and realised we had outsourced our economic security and our very future Rubio saidHe compared the moment to the Washington Energy Conference held about 50 years ago That meeting led to the creation of the International Energy Agency after oil became a tool of political pressureHe said Wednesdays push on critical minerals was driven by similar risksThis is not solely an American initiative Rubio said This must be an international global initiative with likeminded countries IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/us-invites-allies-to-form-critical-minerals-bloc-660895.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-prepares-kill-and-dump-on-unprecedented-scale-to-break-support-for-bla-660962.html New Delhi Feb 5 Horror stories have been emerging from Balochistan where severe violence has broken out over the past couple of days With the Pakistan establishment facing severe losses at the hands of the Balochistan Liberation Army BLA fears of the âkill and dumpâ policy have surfaced yet again The âkill and dumpâ policy has been used by the Pakistan Army and ISI several times in the past This operation has been carried out to silence voices who have spoken out against the establishment and in favour of Balochistan An Intelligence Bureau official stated that after suffering severe losses at the hands of the BLA the security forces are likely to make a slight retreat The Pakistani security forces are looking for a breather as they have found it hard to battle against the BLAThe official added that while the retreat takes place the establishment would boost its âkill and dumpâ operations This is something that the Baloch people fear and this time even ordinary people would be targeted Pakistan is facing immense pressure from both China and the United States The US has signed a minerals deal with Pakistan and a major part of this would involve Balochistan Beijing too is exerting pressure on Pakistan as the ChinaPakistan Economic Corridor worth 46 billion faces constant risks from the BLAThe people of Balochistan say that their mineralrich region is benefiting only the high and mighty in Pakistan and the foreigners It is a wellknown fact that Pakistan is cashstrapped and hence dealings with China and the US become extremely crucial for its economyAn official explained that while Pakistan does want to do business with these nations the problem is that it does not want to hear the voices of the Baloch people Cases related to extrajudicial killings by the Frontier Corps are nothing new The unit that operates with total impunity has been told to step up extrajudicial killings Under the garb of killing of BLA cadres whom Pakistan brands as terrorists even the common people are getting killedUnable to counter the onground offensive the Frontier Corps would now go on a rampage and target innocent people including women and children the Intelligence agencies say The Baloch people once termed such killings as slowmotion genocide but today the fear is that the security forces will go on a rampageAnother official explained that the people of Balochistan back the BLA blindly as they feel that their cause is what is being fought for This support by the people is what is making operations hard for the security forces The people act as a barrier between the BLA and the security forcesOwing to this no Intelligence comes out and recent operations where the security forces have failed miserably are a clear indicator of that Indian Intelligence agencies have learnt that the genocide that is being planned is on levels that Balochistan has never seen before The instruction to the Frontier Corps is to target as many people as possible They have also been told not to hold back against when and children irrespective of their ageHuman rights organizations say that such operations are carried out by the Frontier Corps along with the army and ISI Currently a lot of information coming out of Balochistan has been blocked Journalists are not allowed and the rights organizations are completely barred from entering the region These are clear signals of what is about to come and the consequences for the people could well become catastrophic in nature an official explainedData would show that between 2003 and 2012 there were 8000 enforced disappearances The manner in which these are carried out is brutal in nature People are randomly picked up taken to jail tortured and then their bulletridden bodies are thrown on the road This is meant to create fear and panic in the minds of the people so that they fall in line and stop backing forces such as the BLA For the establishment to ensure absolute control in Balochistan it either has to have constructive talks or control the peopleAnother official said that talks are something that Pakistan would never opt for Currently it wants to control the region and to do so it would indulge in genocide and try to create fear It wants the people on its side so that groups such as the BLA are subdued Moreover Intelligence gathering has become almost nil in the region and the establishment seeks to improve that by enforcing the âkill and dumpâ policy in a manner that Balochistan has never seen in the past officials say IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-prepares-kill-and-dump-on-unprecedented-scale-to-break-support-for-bla-660962.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 17:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/why-muhammad-yunus-is-betting-on-chaos-to-secure-power-in-post-election-bangladesh-660969.html New Delhi Feb 5 When Muhammad Yunus was installed as the caretaker of the interim government in Bangladesh he was accused by many of being a foreign agent His actions over the last year and a half have proved all those allegations right as he has opened the country heavily to Pakistan and China However what many missed was a longterm game that Yunus has been playing with the help of foreign agencies and that is to cling to power even after the elections are over One of the first decisions he made was to ban the Awami League headed by Sheikh Hasina following her ousterThe Awami League which is barred from contesting the elections has called the decision unfair The party has scores of cadres and supporters who have constantly indulged in street battles with members of the JamaateIslami and Bangladesh Nationalist Party BNP The violence is not dying down and is expected to continue even after the electionsFurther Yunus has struck a deal with the JamaateIslami that he would be made president if the party wins the elections In order to ensure this Yunus has made several concessions to the Jamaat so that it can have a winning chance in the electionsYunus who has the backing of the ISI has ensured that several terrorists radical elements and criminals have been released from jail These persons are unleashed on the streets and they have been indulging in violent incidents that include kidnapping murder and extortionFor Yunus to become President is very important for the ISI an official said If the violence persists even after the elections which there is every chance that it will the President will use the power under the Constitution to assume charge of the country Article 141A of the Bangladesh Constitution says that the President can assume emergency powers This is similar to what Pakistan has in its Constitution and has been used to install hybrid regimes in the past Bangladesh has witnessed this in 1975 1981 and 2007 and the chances of the President using this power are not being ruled out by the experts who follow BangladeshIf the BNP comes to power then the going may not be easy for Yunus The BNP would not want him to be President unless the party can be influenced by foreign forces Intelligence Bureau officials say that from what they see of Bangladesh violence will not stop even after the elections The rivalry between the BNP and Jamaat is very intense following the return of Tarique Rahman the son of the late Khaleda Zia Either party would indulge in largescale violence and this would give the President the opportunity to invoke the emergency powersAdding to the already violent situation would be the Awami League workers who would want the elections to be declared null and void Yunus has also ensured that he is protected from all legal consequences even if his plans do not go through The Sheikh Hasina government had initiated several cases against him and institutions linked to him the Grameen Bank and Grameen TelecomThe allegations ranged from embezzlement of worker welfare funds tax evasion misuse of foreign income and violations of labour laws It was found that large sums of money had been diverted without prior consent These cases including the ones against Yunus concerning the violation of labour laws were proceeding smoothly until Hasina was at the helm Today the cases have been stalled under Yunus By stalling these cases Yunus has tried reshaping his imageAn official said that Yunus would have never announced elections and would have preferred to remain at the helm for a couple of years more However he decided to announce elections as any further delay would have damaged his imageBangladesh watchers say that Yunus has managed to make a mess of the country He has done everything in his power to try to ensure that he remains at the helm even after the elections are over In the days to come Yunus would use all that he has in his hand to ensure a Jamaat victory so that he could become president the experts sayAnother official explained that cleaning the mess in the country is a hard task and India has to ensure that it has its territory secured There is a rebellion within the BNP as many want an alliance with the Jamaat If the top BNP leadership caves in and allies with the Jamaat then there would be no better situation for Yunus to become President of Bangladesh officials also say IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/why-muhammad-yunus-is-betting-on-chaos-to-secure-power-in-post-election-bangladesh-660969.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 17:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/british-pms-china-visit-sidelines-discussions-on-beijings-nuclear-rapid-build-up-report-660737.html London Feb 3 During UK Prime Minister Keir Starmerâs recent visit to China discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping avoided Beijingâs âdangerous unexplained secretive and rapid buildupâ of nuclear weapons as well as other contentious issues such as human rights abuses espionage and Taiwan a report said on Tuesday Citing the 2025 report of the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute Sipri a report in the UKâs leading daily The Guardian stated that while China with an estimated 600 warheads lags behind other nuclear powers itâs catching up at a fast paceâChinaâs nuclear arsenal is growing faster than any other countrys by about 100 new warheads a year since 2023 â It could potentially have at least as many ICBMs intercontinental ballistic missiles as either Russia or the US by the turn of the decadeâ The Guardian quoted Sipri as sayingAccording to the report Beijing has provided no explanation or rationale for this dramatic increase â and rejected negotiations with multilateral arms controlâAn official white paper published by China in November restated its position that countries with the largest nuclear arsenals must make the first move by unilaterally making âdrastic and substantive reductionsâ Until then it said China would keep its own nuclear capabilities at the minimum level required for national securityâ The paper conveniently omitted to say what that level isâ it notedDespite its current advantages the report said the US remains concerned with the Pentagon warning in December last year that âChinaâs historic military buildup has made the US homeland increasingly vulnerableâThe Pentagon also highlighted what it described as a more attackready âhairtriggerâ nuclear posture claiming that about 100 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles ICBMs were recently installed in silos in northern China It added that Beijing was testing its capacity âto strike US forces in the Pacificâ potentially undermining future US military support to TaiwanâChina expects to be able to fight and win a war on Taiwan by the end of 2027â The Guardian quoted the Pentagon as sayingThe report further said âWhatever Chinaâs President is thinking these are alarming times for anyone worried about global thermonuclear war â which should be everyone Starmerâs talks with Xi reportedly included Chinese threats to UK national security What bigger threat is there than proliferating nuclear weapons Yet as far as is known he did not raise the issueâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/british-pms-china-visit-sidelines-discussions-on-beijings-nuclear-rapid-build-up-report-660737.html Wed, 04 Feb 2026 01:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-strategic-failure-in-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-has-collapsed-into-ethnic-security-crisis-660738.html Islamabad Feb 3 Pakistans hostility towards Afghanistan is not about terrorism as for Islamabad terrorism has always remained negotiable but the Taliban in Kabul acting like a sovereign authority brutal responsive incompetent but independent a report has highlighted Taliban it said refused to take instruction rejected hierarchy and declined the role scripted for them in Pakistanâs strategic theatre The report in Counter Currents stated that nothing makes a patron angry than a proxy that stops seeking permissionPakistanâs military has always preferred its wars orderly enemies legible proxies pliable violence narratively obedient For decades the western frontier complied Militants were assets Pashtuns were terrain and Afghanistan was treated not as a polity but as strategic negative space â a hinterland to be shaped managed and periodically disciplined Junaid S Ahmed Director of the Centre for the Study of Islam and Decolonization CSID in Islamabad wrote in Counter CurrentsWhat the Generals never planned for â because they never do â is autonomy Not from civilians not from provinces and certainly not from former clients expected to remain grateful dependent and silent What Rawalpindi now brands a security crisis is something far less dignified It is the shock of lost control disguised as resolve A tantrum armoured and aerial he addedAccording to Ahmed Pakistani authorities have considered Pashtuns as the population which it knows how to manage with force Pashtuns radicalised as suspect and governed as exception are seen as the connective link between Afghanistans defiance and domestic instabilityA strategic failure is collapsed into an ethnic security problem and the remedy remains reassuringly familiar bombard displace sanitise the language repeat Military operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the former tribal districts are not counterterrorism in any meaningful sense They are disciplinary performances he wroteVillages are destroyed to restore hierarchy displacement is normalised as a method and suffering of people is invisible to authorities Violence is not inflicted but processed and Pashtuns have lived under it for generations The Pakistani state seeks to treat Pashtun resistance as cultural reflex instead of political response according to the reportThis narrative is convenient as it absolves the centre of responsibility However the reality is different as Pashtun regions have faced securitised governance collective punishment economic abandonment enforced disappearances and episodic devastation marketed as stability The militarys anger towards Pashtuns is cumulative and the standoff with Afghanistan further increases the fury Crossborder strikes are named self defence however they function politically as diversionBorders however are not abstractions in Pashtun life They are colonial incisions cutting through kinship commerce and memory The Durand Line has never been emotionally internalized by those who live across it and successive Afghan regimes â monarchical republican Islamist â have treated it with studied ambiguity The Taliban have not formally rejected the border but they have refused to consecrate it That ambiguity is deliberate historical and strategicPakistanâs failure is not that Kabul questions the line It is that Rawalpindi no longer has the leverage to enforce silence about it The Afghan Taliban no longer depend on Pakistani sanctuaries or sponsorship They have alternatives regional engagement transactional diplomacy calibrated flirtations with Pakistanâs rivals This is not Taliban brilliance It is Pakistani strategic exhaustion And exhaustion when denied curdles into aggression Ahmed opined in Counter Currents IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-strategic-failure-in-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-has-collapsed-into-ethnic-security-crisis-660738.html Wed, 04 Feb 2026 01:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/british-pms-china-visit-sidelines-discussions-on-beijings-rapid-nuclear-build-up-report-660740.html London Feb 3 During UK Prime Minister Keir Starmerâs recent visit to China discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping avoided Beijingâs âdangerous unexplained secretive and rapid buildupâ of nuclear weapons as well as other contentious issues such as human rights abuses espionage and Taiwan a report said on Tuesday Citing the 2025 report of the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute Sipri a report in the UKâs leading daily The Guardian stated that while China with an estimated 600 warheads lags behind other nuclear powers itâs catching up at a fast paceâChinaâs nuclear arsenal is growing faster than any other countrys by about 100 new warheads a year since 2023 â It could potentially have at least as many ICBMs intercontinental ballistic missiles as either Russia or the US by the turn of the decadeâ The Guardian quoted Sipri as sayingAccording to the report Beijing has provided no explanation or rationale for this dramatic increase â and rejected negotiations with multilateral arms controlâAn official white paper published by China in November restated its position that countries with the largest nuclear arsenals must make the first move by unilaterally making âdrastic and substantive reductionsâ Until then it said China would keep its own nuclear capabilities at the minimum level required for national securityâ The paper conveniently omitted to say what that level isâ it notedDespite its current advantages the report said the US remains concerned with the Pentagon warning in December last year that âChinaâs historic military buildup has made the US homeland increasingly vulnerableâThe Pentagon also highlighted what it described as a more attackready âhairtriggerâ nuclear posture claiming that about 100 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles ICBMs were recently installed in silos in northern China It added that Beijing was testing its capacity âto strike US forces in the Pacificâ potentially undermining future US military support to TaiwanâChina expects to be able to fight and win a war on Taiwan by the end of 2027â The Guardian quoted the Pentagon as sayingThe report further said âWhatever Chinaâs President is thinking these are alarming times for anyone worried about global thermonuclear war â which should be everyone Starmerâs talks with Xi reportedly included Chinese threats to UK national security What bigger threat is there than proliferating nuclear weapons Yet as far as is known he did not raise the issueâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/british-pms-china-visit-sidelines-discussions-on-beijings-rapid-nuclear-build-up-report-660740.html Wed, 04 Feb 2026 01:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/british-pms-china-visit-sidelines-discussions-on-beijings-rapid-nuclear-build-up-report-660741.html London Feb 3 During UK Prime Minister Keir Starmerâs recent visit to China discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping avoided Beijingâs âdangerous unexplained secretive and rapid buildupâ of nuclear weapons as well as other contentious issues such as human rights abuses espionage and Taiwan a report said on Tuesday Citing the 2025 report of the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute Sipri a report in the UKâs leading daily The Guardian stated that while China with an estimated 600 warheads lags behind other nuclear powers itâs catching up at a fast paceâChinaâs nuclear arsenal is growing faster than any other countrys by about 100 new warheads a year since 2023 â It could potentially have at least as many ICBMs intercontinental ballistic missiles as either Russia or the US by the turn of the decadeâ The Guardian quoted Sipri as sayingAccording to the report Beijing has provided no explanation or rationale for this dramatic increase â and rejected negotiations with multilateral arms controlâAn official white paper published by China in November restated its position that countries with the largest nuclear arsenals must make the first move by unilaterally making âdrastic and substantive reductionsâ Until then it said China would keep its own nuclear capabilities at the minimum level required for national securityâ The paper conveniently omitted to say what that level isâ it notedDespite its current advantages the report said the US remains concerned with the Pentagon warning in December last year that âChinaâs historic military buildup has made the US homeland increasingly vulnerableâThe Pentagon also highlighted what it described as a more attackready âhairtriggerâ nuclear posture claiming that about 100 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles ICBMs were recently installed in silos in northern China It added that Beijing was testing its capacity âto strike US forces in the Pacificâ potentially undermining future US military support to TaiwanâChina expects to be able to fight and win a war on Taiwan by the end of 2027â The Guardian quoted the Pentagon as sayingThe report further said âWhatever Chinaâs President is thinking these are alarming times for anyone worried about global thermonuclear war â which should be everyone Starmerâs talks with Xi reportedly included Chinese threats to UK national security What bigger threat is there than proliferating nuclear weapons Yet as far as is known he did not raise the issueâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/british-pms-china-visit-sidelines-discussions-on-beijings-rapid-nuclear-build-up-report-660741.html Wed, 04 Feb 2026 01:46:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/terrorists-spotted-near-cave-in-udhampur-forest-in-jampk-security-forces-move-in-660793.html Jammu Feb 4 An antiterrorist operation continued on Wednesday in Jammu and Kashmirâs Udhampur district after the terrorists were spotted firing from a cave Officials said drones used by the joint forces spotted terrorists firing from a cave in the Ramnagar area of Udhampur district after which the cordon in the area was further tightened to zero in on the hiding terroristsFollowing actionable intelligence about the presence of terrorists joint forces had moved in on Tuesday evening as terrorists fired at them from a cave pinpointed by the drones used by the joint forces during the operationOfficials said âJoint forces gave a calibrated response moving cautiously while tightening the cordon around the terrorists to prevent their escape in the densely forested area UAVs Unmanned Aerial Vehicles played a crucial role in confirming the presence of terrorists inside the cave allowing the joint forces to adjust their strategy and avoid unnecessary risk The operation is being carried out cautiously keeping in view the possibility of more terrorists hiding in the area Inhabitants of nearby localities have been advised to remain indoors as a precautionary measure till the operation is concludedâThe presence of terrorists in the hilly areas of Udhampur Kathua Rajouri Poonch and Doda districts of Jammu division has emerged as a major concern for the security forcesIn the highlevel security review meeting in New Delhi chaired by the Union Home Minister Amit Shah on January 8 clear orders were given to neutralise these terrorists mostly believed to be Pakistani nationals while maintaining zero infiltration at the bordersAmit Shah directed the security forces to adopt a missionmode approach to achieve their objectivesThe meeting was attended by JampK Lt Governor Manoj Sinha Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan Tapan Kumar Deka Director Intelligence Bureau Atal Dulloo Chief Secretary JampK Nalin Prabhat DirectorGeneral of Police JampK heads of Central Armed Police Forces and other senior officersThe Union Home Minister is again visiting JampK for three days beginning on February 5 In addition to other engagements Amit Shah is scheduled to visit the international border and chair another security review meeting in Jammu city IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/terrorists-spotted-near-cave-in-udhampur-forest-in-jampk-security-forces-move-in-660793.html Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarat-makes-preliminary-inquiry-mandatory-before-firs-against-govt-officials-660603.html Gandhinagar Feb 3 The Gujarat governments Home Department has issued a circular mandating that no police first information report FIR would be registered directly against a serving government officer or employee without a preliminary inquiry officials said According to the circular if a complaint is received at a police station against a government officer or employee the police will be required to conduct an initial verification of facts and circumstances instead of immediately registering an FIR officials added on MondayOnly if the preliminary inquiry establishes that a cognisable offence appears to have been committed will further legal proceedings including the registration of an FIR be initiatedThe Home Department said that the decision was taken after it was observed that in several instances complaints were being filed against officials due to personal disputes administrative disagreements or with the intent to intimidate themSuch complaints when found to be baseless were causing harassment to officials and adversely affecting their morale and professional reputationThe circular notes that in recent years complaints linked to land and property disputes licensing matters and routine administrative decisions have frequently resulted in police cases being registered solely on the basis of allegationsThis often subjected officers to prolonged inquiries public scrutiny and mental stress even when no wrongdoing was ultimately establishedUnder the new framework anonymous complaints those filed with false identities or lacking supporting material will be liable to be rejected at the preliminary stageThe police have also been instructed to complete the initial inquiry within a defined time frame to ensure that complaints are not kept pending indefinitelyIn cases involving allegations of corruption abuse of authority or other serious charges the circular specifies that prior approval from the competent authority or the head of the concerned department will be required before initiating a formal investigationThe government has clarified that this requirement is intended to ensure due process and does not dilute accountabilityThe Home Department has emphasised that the circular should not be interpreted as providing protection to erring officialsIt said that if the preliminary inquiry reveals substance in the allegations strict action will be taken in accordance with the law without any leniencyOfficials said the move is aimed at creating a more secure administrative environment enabling officers to discharge their duties without undue fear of false complaints while ensuring that genuine cases of misconduct continue to be addressed through lawful and impartial procedures IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarat-makes-preliminary-inquiry-mandatory-before-firs-against-govt-officials-660603.html Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/mbbs-student-dies-by-alleged-suicide-at-college-hostel-in-mps-indore-probe-on-660608.html Indore Feb 3 A 25yearold medical student who was pursuing an MBBS degree from the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial MGM College in Madhya Pradeshs Indore died by allegedly committing suicide at his hostel room at the institution The deceased has been identified as Antariksh Agrawal who was a firstyear MBBS student police said on Monday Police said the body recovered from hanging in room number 43 on the fourth floor of BlockB of the hostel and had been sent for the postmortemThe heartwrenching incident came to light after Antarikshs roommate Harsh Kaushik arrived at the hostel during evening hours and knocked on the door from outside After getting no response from Antariksh Harsh alerted the other students in the hostelSuspecting something unusual the students then broke the door open and found that Antariksh was found hanging from the ceiling fan inside the room Subsequently local area police were informed The jurisdiction falls under Sanyogita Ganj police station in the cityAccording to police Antariksh was a firstyear MBBS student of the 2025 batch and a resident of Gwalior According to official information Antariksh did not attend the class on MondayConfirming the report of a students committing suicide Tushar Singh the Station House Officer SHO of the Sanyogita Ganj police station told media persons that information received regarding the suicide of a medical student at MGM Colleges boys hostelSingh said that the victims body has been sent for the autopsy and the case is being investigated to ascertain the reason behind the tragic death of the medical studentThe tragic death of medical students or practising doctors has often been reported in different parts of Madhya Pradesh especially in big cities Indore Bhopal and JabalpurOn January 31 a physiotherapist Bhanu Mohar 29 who had completed his Bachelors degree from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College in Jabalpur six months back had died by jumping from a multistoreyed residential building He was a resident of Datia district of Gwalior division IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/mbbs-student-dies-by-alleged-suicide-at-college-hostel-in-mps-indore-probe-on-660608.html Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/operation-neelkanth-drugs-valued-at-rs-135-crore-seized-in-rajasthans-nagaur-660613.html Jaipur Feb 3 In a major crackdown on drug trafficking the Police in Rajasthans Nagaur have recovered MD mephedrone worth Rs 135 crore during a highprofile raid carried out under Operation Neelkanth The operation was led by Nagaur Superintendent of Police SP Mridul Kachhawa and executed by the Khinvsar police station and the District Special Team DST police said on MondayAccording to SP Kachhawa the police had received confidential inputs that Shravanram Bishnoi a resident of Panchlasiddha village was operating a largescale drug network from his residence Acting swiftly on the information a police team under the supervision of Additional Superintendent of Police Asharam Chaudhary and IPS officer Jatin Jain conducted a raid on the suspects houseSensing police presence the main accused Shravanram Bishnoi managed to flee from the spot However during an intensive search of the premises the police recovered 670 grams of illegal MD drugs concealed in a specially constructed secret chamber beneath the bathroom floor The seized contraband is estimated to be worth Rs 135 crore in the illegal market In addition to the drugs the police also seized Rs 1123 lakh in cash suspected to be proceeds from narcotics trafficking Two diaries containing detailed records of hawala transactions amounting to crores of rupees were also recovered indicating the accuseds involvement in a wider financial network linked to the drug trade During the raid the police arrested the accuseds wife Pooja Bishnoi 23 from the houseA case has been registered under relevant sections of the NDPS Act and further investigation is underway Multiple police teams have been deployed to trace and arrest the absconding main accused Khinvsar Station House Officer Ramnarayan Bhanwariya along with the Nagaur DST played a key role in the successful operation The team included Head Constables Sohanram Prakashram Mancharam and Constables Shravanram and Guttu Police officials said further arrests and recoveries are likely as the investigation progresses IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/operation-neelkanth-drugs-valued-at-rs-135-crore-seized-in-rajasthans-nagaur-660613.html Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ysrcp-seeks-centres-intervention-over-political-violence-in-andhra-660495.html Amaravati Feb 1 Strongly condemning what it calls the murder attempt on former Minister Ambati Rambabu YSR Congress Party on Sunday sought the Centreâs intervention over political violence in Andhra Pradesh The main opposition party termed the murder attempt on its leader a shocking assault on democracy and a sign of collapsing law and order in Andhra Pradesh It said the incident reflects a dangerous trend of targeting opposition voices and intimidating those who question the governmentYSRCP Parliamentary Party leader YV Subba Reddy condemned what he described as a largescale hourslong attack on Rambabuâs residence by TDP cadres in Guntur while police remained passiveHe said on the direction of YS Jagan Mohan Reddy the party would raise the issue of âdeteriorating situationâ in Andhra Pradesh before the Central government and the Union Home Ministry to seek restoration of law and order and protection for political leadersMP Gurumoorthy also denounced the attack and murder attempt on Ambati Rambabu as a disgraceful act and a symbol of the coalition governmentâs decline He criticised the rising âexcessesâ of the ruling alliance claiming that constitutional governance has been replaced by arbitrary rule and that police are complicit in enabling attacks and clashesHe announced that YSRCP would lodge complaints with the Central government in Parliament and before all relevant commissions Warning that âtimes do not remain the same foreverâ he said a dangerous culture is emerging in which questioning leaders are silenced their homes attacked and fear is spreadHe expressed concern that the state is heading toward instability and revealed that a complaint has already been emailed to the Union Home Secretary urging immediate Central intervention to protect law and order in Andhra PradeshYSRCP Youth Wing State President Jakkampudi Raja criticised the Naidu government for encouraging what he called a culture of political vendetta He remarked that the police system has been reduced to a âprivate armyâ and that attacks on YSRCP leaders intensified after reports clarified that no animal fat was found in Tirupati laddu gheeHe warned that the public would hold the government accountable and demanded dismissal of the state government and imposition of Presidentâs RuleFormer MLA Katasani Ramireddy called the attack on Rambabu âinhumanâ and accused the coalition government of targeting YSRCP leaders to divert attention from its own failures He blamed the police for failing to maintain peace and reiterated the demand for Presidentâs Rule He warned that YSRCP would launch largescale agitations if attacks on its leaders continue IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ysrcp-seeks-centres-intervention-over-political-violence-in-andhra-660495.html Sun, 01 Feb 2026 14:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/mobile-internet-suspended-in-parts-of-jampks-kishtwar-for-security-reasons-660260.html Jammu Jan 30 As a security precaution the authorities on Friday suspended mobile Internet services in parts of Jammu and Kashmirâs Kishtwar district An official said that the union territorys Home Department has ordered the temporary suspension of mobile data services including 2G 3G 4G and 5G in select areas of the district as a precautionary security measureThe suspension order said that mobile Internet services have been suspended in Singhpora Chingam and Chatroo areas of Kishtwar from 1201 am to 1159 pm on January 30 to prevent possible misuse by antinational elementsThe order was issued by Principal Secretary Home Department Chandraker Bharti following inputs from the Inspector General of Police Jammu Zone who is the authorised officer under the Temporary Suspension of Telecommunication Services Rules 2024As per the directive the suspension covers a radius of six kilometres around each of the identified locationsThe authorities noted that highspeed mobile data services could potentially be exploited by miscreants leading to a deterioration of public order and posing a threat to the security of the union territoryThe UT Home Department stated that the decision was taken in the interest of sovereignty and integrity of India security of the UT of Jammu and Kashmir and maintenance of public orderThe suspension order has been formally confirmed under the relevant provisions of the Telecommunication Act 2023 and the Temporary Suspension of Telecommunication Service Rules 2024Mobile Internet suspension has been ordered in the past as well in Jammu and Kashmir to prevent terrorists and antisocial elements from misusing the facilityAuthorities in most districts of the UT have already banned the use of a virtual private network VPN after it was reported that antinational elements hide their identities by using the virtual networkRecently joint security forces acting on specific input surrounded the Singhpora village in Kishtwar and during the ensuing cordon and search operation hiding terrorists fired at a small party of the forces killing one paratrooper and injuring seven other soldiers IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/mobile-internet-suspended-in-parts-of-jampks-kishtwar-for-security-reasons-660260.html Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jem-terrorists-hiding-in-kashmir-forests-security-forces-race-to-prevent-big-attack-660267.html New Delhi Jan 30 Antiterror operations have been intensified in Jammu and Kashmir following inputs about the presence of JaisheMohammad terrorists in the region This is part of the ongoing operation to flush out terrorists in the Kashmir Valley an official said stressing that flushing out these terrorists is important as they are highly trained and are capable of carrying out a massive strike This comes at a time when terrorists of both the LashkareTaiba and JaisheMohammad are finding it impossible to infiltrate terrorists into Jammu and Kashmir Since Operation Sindoor the infiltrations have come down to almost nil owing to heavy security and patrolling along the borders with Pakistan Intelligence Bureau officials say that hunting down the terrorists within the Valley is harder as they are hiding in the dense forests in Sonar and other areas In recent times terrorists have been taking cover in dense forests and this has made operations challenging for the security forces Currently the hunt is on for three terrorists but official assessments suggest that there could be more Pakistan is desperate to carry out an attack in Jammu and Kashmir after they lost face during Operation Sindoor These existing terrorists in the Valley are capable of carrying out a major attack and they are showing a sense of urgency to do so The idea is to strike big and divert the attention of the security forces so that the terrorists waiting at the launch pads can infiltrate into the Valley The infiltration of terrorists and the need to carry out a major strike have become a big necessity for both the Lashkar and the Jaish This according to these groups will help boost recruitment Intelligence Bureau officials say that the recruitments are down and hence there is a need for a big strike in India Many who were set to join these outfits are holding back as they do not have confidence in the leadership an official said The ISI is desperate to have these groups up and running so that they can strike hard in India While this would further their Kashmir agenda it would also serve as a distraction from the existing problems within Pakistan The army is losing its grip over the people and many are questioning its capabilities post Operation Sindoor Further many possible recruits have lost hope in the leadership of the terror groups Leaders of these terror groups such as Hafiz Saeed and Masood Azhar had promised the cadres the moon and even convinced them that India would not be able to shake Pakistan All that however changed since Operation Sindoor and both the Jaish and the Lashkar were hit in a big way Looking at the desperation that has set in officials warn that the terrorists of the Jaish who are hiding in the Valley have been instructed to carry out a major attack as soon as possible The security forces had launched a search operation on January 18 This had led to a gun battle in the Sonnar forest near the MandralSinghpora area The encounter however resulted in the death of a paratrooper and injuries to seven soldiers The terrorists managed to escape taking advantage of the challenging terrain and thick vegetation Officials say that the hunt is ongoing and add that the security forces are confident of nabbing these terrorists On January 22 and 25 two more encounters took place at the Mali Dana top and JanseerKandiwar However the terrorists managed to escape into the dense forest area This is an ongoing operation and today we have intensified the same an official said Nabbing or eliminating these terrorists is very important as Intelligence reports state that they are highly trained and dangerous If they manage to get away they are capable of striking big the official also added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jem-terrorists-hiding-in-kashmir-forests-security-forces-race-to-prevent-big-attack-660267.html Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/wings-india-testament-of-the-worlds-confidence-in-indias-aviation-growth-story-union-minister--660277.html Hyderabad Jan 30 Union Minister for Civil Aviation K Ram Mohan Naidu said on Friday that Wings India exhibition stands as a strong testament to the worldâs confidence in Indiaâs aviation growth story The minister shared his experience at the exhibition organised as part of Wings India the civil aviation summit which entered its third day at Begumpet Airport hereâA vibrant and immersive experience at the Wings India exhibition which truly showcases the scale diversity and ambition of Indiaâs civil aviation ecosystem Had the opportunity to visit several exhibition stalls and interact closely with industry leaders innovators and startups who are shaping the future of aviationâ the minister posted on âXâRam Mohan Naidu tried his hand at the Airbus H125 helicopter simulator and called it an impressive demonstration of advanced aviation technology and pilot training capabilitiesHe said he visited the stalls of HAL AISEL Pawan Hans and many other Indian and global aviation companies and startups each presenting cuttingedge solutions across manufacturing MRO drones training sustainability and airport infrastructureâThe depth of innovation on display reflects Indiaâs steady progress from being a fastgrowing aviation market to becoming a comprehensive and globally competitive aviation ecosystemâ he saidâWith delegates from over 120 countries and participation from all major global aviation brands the exhibition stands as a strong testament to the worldâs confidence in Indiaâs aviation growth story Wings India continues to be a powerful platform for collaboration knowledgesharing and partnershipbuilding reinforcing Indiaâs position as a key global aviation hub The energy ideas and innovation witnessed here inspire confidence in the future of Indian aviation as we work together towards safer smarter and more connected skiesâ the minister addedHe earlier shared the highlights of the second day at Wings India âDay 2 at Wings India 2026 had all eyes on the skies with thrilling aerial manoeuvres and stunning drone displays that captivated audiences especially inspiring the youth to dream big in aviationâ he said The Union Minister said that the highlight was the spectacular performance by the IAFâs Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team showcasing precision and excellence complemented by the engaging act of Mark Jeffrey âThe day concluded with a mesmerising drone show lighting up the Begumpet skies and perfectly reflecting the vision of Wings India 2026 Atmanirbhar Bharatâ he wroteMeanwhile the event was thrown open for public on Friday A large number of enthusiasts thronged the Begumpet Airport to watch the static display of aircraft and the breathtaking performance of the Surya Kiran Aerobatic teamThe event will remain open for public on the fourth and last day on Saturday IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/wings-india-testament-of-the-worlds-confidence-in-indias-aviation-growth-story-union-minister--660277.html Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/situations-in-myanmar-amp-bangladesh-do-not-bode-well-for-northeast-india-says-arunachal-guv-660301.html Itanagar Jan 30 Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lieutenant General KT Parnaik retd on Friday cautioned that the unstable political and security situations in neighbouring Myanmar and Bangladesh pose cause for concern for the Northeast region of India calling for sustained vigilance and coordinated security measures Participating in a seminar Indias Eastern Horizons A New National Security Reality at the prestigious Defence Service Staff College DSSC in Tamil Nadus Wellington the Governor said that the situations in Myanmar and Bangladesh are impacting India in an adversarial manner and need to be addressed through diplomatic political and economic effortsHe added that only a unified national effort bringing together institutions agencies communities and stakeholders can deliver lasting peace stability and inclusive growth in the regionThe Governor while drawing from his experience of having served in the Northeastern region and his firsthand exposure to militancy in various parts of the country underscored that enduring peace cannot be secured through isolated measuresHe stressed the need for a WholeoftheNation Approach anchored in clear strategic vision seamless political and governance integration and the strengthening of economic and industrial capacitiesHighlighting the changing nature of security challenges Lieutenant General Parnaik retd pointed to the growing importance of technology and the cyber domain alongside the imperative of fostering societal resilience and ensuring robust internal securityAddressing the DSSC faculty and 500 student officers including 44 International student officers from 35 nations of the 81st Staff Course Governor Parnaik said that Indias Northeastern region is an important region which needs to be developedHe added that uniquely shaped by its rich geography and diverse ethnic communities whose cultural and social ties naturally extend across neighbouring countries the shared heritage traditions and peopletopeople connections of the region continue to transcend themExposing the future military leaders to strategic issues both at the global and national levels the Governor said that the security dynamics of the Northeastern region are shaped by a complex and multidimensional interplay of external influences internal ethnopolitical realities and the intricate mix of local politics and insurgent movementsHe added that these challenges cannot be viewed in isolation as they are deeply intertwined with one another and evolve over timeGovernor Parnaik said that the situation is rooted in historical grievances transnational tribal linkages and porous international borders all of which add layers of sensitivity and complexity to the regions security landscapeAddressing these issues he emphasised that the situation requires a nuanced inclusive and peoplecentric approach that balances security concerns with dialogue development and respect for the regions unique social fabricHighlighting the indepth ground realities of the entire Northeastern region the Governor outlined a clear and forwardlooking vision for addressing future security and developmental challengesHe suggested that the way forward lies in adopting comprehensive and wellcoordinated measures that are rooted in both strategic foresight and an understanding of the regions unique social and geopolitical contextThe Governor highlighted the remarkable transition and accelerated development of Arunachal Pradesh over the past decade noting that the state has emerged as a vital pivot of Indias Act East Policy and the collective vision of Viksit BharatHe said that unprecedented investments in connectivity have transformed the landscape with more than 4000 kilometres of roads built in the last five years alone reaching remote and border areas and bringing governance and essential services closer to the peopleThe steady expansion of rail and air connectivity has further strengthened Arunachal Pradeshs integration with the rest of the country unlocking new opportunities for mobility trade tourism and swift emergency response Governor Parnaik added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/situations-in-myanmar-amp-bangladesh-do-not-bode-well-for-northeast-india-says-arunachal-guv-660301.html Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/over-18-lakh-more-marijuana-plants-valued-at-rs-27-crore-destroyed-in-tripura-660324.html Agartala Jan 30 The Assam Rifles and other security forces in a joint operation destroyed illicit ganja marijuana cultivation worth Rs 27 crore in Tripura officials said on Friday A Defence Spokesman said that Assam Rifles in a joint operation with Tripura Police State Forest Department Border Security Force and Tripura State Rifles carried out a major operation against illicit drug cultivation in Kamalnagar and Bijoynagar areas around 48 km south of Agartala in Sepahijala districtDuring the operation about more than 18 lakh ganja saplings were destroyed with a value of Rs 27 croreSuch operation is a part of the Assam Rifles continued efforts towards ensuring a Nasha Mukt BharatThe Assam Rifles remains steadfast in its commitment to counter drug menace and safeguard the youth and society from the harmful effects of narcotics through sustained and coordinated operations an official statement saidMeanwhile on January 28 Assam Rifles and other security forces in a joint operation destroyed illicit ganja cultivation worth Rs 145 crore in the same Sepahijala districtDuring January 28 operation around 145 lakh illicit ganja saplings cultivated over more than 58 acres of land were destroyed in a several hourlong operationThe destroyed contraband is estimated to have a market value of nearly Rs 145 crore dealing a significant blow to narcotics networks operating in the region a Defence Spokesman had saidEarlier this month around 30 lakh ganja marijuana plants worth Rs 145 crore were destroyed in just 10 days in Tripuras Sepahijala district aloneAccording to officials dry ganja produced in Tripura is not consumed locally and is smuggled to various states including Bihar and Uttar Pradesh where it fetches higher pricesDuring transportation consignments of dry ganja are often seized from trucks small vehicles and even passenger trainsResidents including women claimed that they cultivate ganja in hilly and inaccessible areas as part of their livelihoodA police official said it has been found on many occasions that forest land and other government land had been encroached upon and illegally used for cannabis cultivationHe added that the NDPS Act 1985 makes it illegal for any person to cultivate possess sell buy or consume narcotic and psychotropic substances and violations can attract heavy fines and imprisonment of up to 20 years IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/over-18-lakh-more-marijuana-plants-valued-at-rs-27-crore-destroyed-in-tripura-660324.html Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pentagon-sells-cyber-command-20-overhaul-660326.html Washington Jan 30 Cyber Command 20 marks the most significant transformation of US Cyber Command in 15 years the Pentagon leadership has old Senators as officials sought Congressional backing for a sweeping overhaul of cyber training recruiting and force management to counter China Russia and Iran At a Senate Armed Services subcommittee hearing on Thursday Senator Jacky Rosen warned that cyber threats are accelerating while US Defence planning lags behind She noted that the new National Defence Strategy only mentions cyber in three places saying that cyber is everywhere and deserves far greater urgencyRosen said adversaries are probing and testing and challenging our systems constantly seeking to degrade our command control disrupt our operations steal our most sensitive information and exploit artificial intelligence to scale attacks We cant defend against these disturbing yet real threats without cyber professionals every step along the way she addedUS Assistant Secretary of Defence for Cyber Policy Katherine Sutton said Cyber Command 20 is a fundamental reimagining of how we build and manage our cyber forces designed to overcome years of inconsistent training uncompetitive compensation and rigid personnel modelsAt its core Sutton said the plan rests on three pillars domain mastery specialisation and agilityAs a result the Pentagon is shifting away from a compliancebased approach toward careerlong cyber expertise creating dedicated pathways for specialists and enabling faster adaptation to emerging threats she told the lawmakersThere are seven core attributes of the new model including targeted recruiting standardised incentive pay and retention bonuses tailored training through an Advanced Cyber Training and Education Centre redesigned career pathways specialised mission teams integrated headquarters support and optimised unit phasing to reduce burnout she toldGeneral William Hartman a senior Cyber Command leader told US Senators the revised force generation model is fundamental to a more lethal agile and enduring cyber forceHe said longstanding challenges include duplicative training uncompetitive and inconsistent compensation heavy administrative burdens and a high operational tempo that strains personnelHartman said Cyber Command 20 addresses those issues by modernising recruiting incentives and training while accelerating the integration of artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept It is an operational capability we are integrating today he addedHe said that AI is already being used to speed cyber threat detection automate defensive actions and reduce analyst workloads so human expertise can focus on highvalue decisions Hartman added that the command is aggressively leveraging commercial AI technologies while building classified capabilities when neededUS Senators asked whether the military services would fully cooperate on talent management Sutton acknowledged past frustration but said Cyber Command 20 carries clear direction from the Secretary of War and will require hard â hard discussions internal to the building to enforce consistent standardsThe hearing also touched on proposals for a separate cyber service Sutton said Cyber Command 20 is a talent management model that is agnostic to the organisational model and would apply regardless of whether the current structure remains or a future cyber force is createdHartman said Cyber Command 20 was developed with a 2027 timeline in mind and offers the fastest path to building the force the nation needs while strengthening integration across all combatant commands IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pentagon-sells-cyber-command-20-overhaul-660326.html Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/chhattisgarh-advances-toward-maoist-free-bastar-with-key-surrenders-rehab-efforts-cm-sai-660334.html Raipur Jan 30 Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai hailed the development as a testament to the states unwavering commitment In a post on X he stated A Naxalfree Bastar and a secure Chhattisgarh is our resolve He emphasised that the incident reflects the expanding atmosphere of trust security and development in Bastar The Chief Minister credited the success to coordinated security operations the establishment of robust security camps enhanced road connectivity and sustained efforts that have steadily shrunk Maoist influence while eroding their local support base People are now coming forward to embrace the mainstream of development Sai noted expressing confidence that the governments integrated policy of security development and dialogue will encourage more cadres to lay down arms in the coming days In a significant stride toward eradicating Naxalism from the Bastar region four active Maoist cadres from the Kistaram area of Sukma district surrendered to security forces on Friday Each of these individuals carried a bounty of Rs 8 lakh highlighting their prominence in the outlawed CPI Maoist network This surrender comes amid a broader wave of Maoist defections in Bastar throughout early 2026 with hundreds of cadres abandoning violence under the states rehabilitation initiatives Authorities view such instances as indicators that Naxal strength is waning with the ultimate goal of a Maoistfree Chhattisgarh by March 31 2026 aligning with national targets Complementing these security gains the Dantewada district administration has launched a proactive rehabilitation program to facilitate the smooth reintegration of surrendered Naxalites Meanwhile the district administration in collaboration with the State Bank of Indias Rural SelfEmployment Training Institute has started a training programme for 35 surrendered youths in masonry work The initiative directed by Collector Devesh Kumar Dhruv aims to provide employmentoriented skills to these individuals enabling them to contribute productively to society The training addresses the growing demand for skilled construction workers in the region particularly under flagship schemes such as the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana housing for all and the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act MNREGA By equipping former insurgents with vocational expertise the program seeks to ensure sustainable livelihoods and prevent relapse into extremism These combined efforts underscore Chhattisgarhs multipronged strategy robust antiNaxal operations paired with compassionate rehabilitation Officials believe that as development reaches remote areas and trust builds among local communities the cycle of violence will further diminish paving the way for lasting peace in one of Indias most insurgencyaffected regions IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/chhattisgarh-advances-toward-maoist-free-bastar-with-key-surrenders-rehab-efforts-cm-sai-660334.html Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/expelled-kerala-cpi-660247.html KochiKannur Jan 30 V Kunjikrishnan a senior CPIM leader expelled from the party earlier this week approached the Kerala High Court on Friday seeking police protection for his book release function Speaking to the media at his home in Payyannur he clarified that he has approached the High Court seeking police protection only for the book release function on WednesdayâI wish to clarify that the protection that I have sought is just for the book release function that will take place on Wednesday Since itâs a function I did not want it to get disturbed I approached the Court because it would be a more concrete directionâ said KunjikrishnanThe petition comes days ahead of the scheduled release of his book on Wednesday which contains sharp allegations against the CPIM leadership and what he describes as the partyâs ideological degenerationKunjikrishnan was expelled on Monday from the CPIMâs primary membership after he publicly reiterated allegations of irregularities linked to the Dhanaraj Martyrsâ Fund triggering a major controversy within the partyâs Kannur district unitAnnouncing the decision CPIM Kannur District Secretary KK Ragesh accused him of betraying the party and acting as a âweapon in the hands of party enemiesâ particularly by giving interviews to a private television channel ahead of electionsThe party maintained that the allegations raised by Kunjikrishnan had been examined and settled internally as early as April 2022 and described his actions as motivated by personal animosity towards Payyannur MLA and district secretariat member TI MadhusoodananRagesh said an internal inquiry had found the charges to be baseless and claimed that Madhusoodanan was not involved in handling the funds concernedWhile acknowledging lapses such as typographical errors and missing receipt books the party asserted that there was no financial loss and that disciplinary action had already been takenIn sharp contrast Kunjikrishnanâs book titled Nethruthvathe Anikal Thiruthanam The Cadre Must Correct the Leadership launches a scathing critique of the CPIMâs state leadershipThe book alleges that party leaders have become beneficiaries of crony capitalism that organisational principles are misused to shield those accused of serious wrongdoing and that the CPIM has been reduced to a conventional electoral party stripped of its communist characterThe book devotes significant attention to Payyannur alleging that factionalism began after Madhusoodanan became area secretary in 2007 accusing him of practising a âbourgeois political styleâ that thrives on creating dependency and suppressing dissentFinancial irregularities including alleged misuse of martyrsâ fund collections are detailed with accounts and figures alongside criticism of the leadershipâs failure to actSoon after his expulsion Kunjikrishnan 74 said there was ânothing newâ in the partyâs explanation and reiterated that he went public only after repeated internal appeals failedHe has ruled out joining any other political partyWith the book release imminent and political tempers running high the High Court plea for protection adds a new dimension to a controversy that has exposed deep fault lines within the CPIM in KannurThe party is also feeling the heat as the upcoming assembly polls are round the corner and this is happening at a time when the party is finding it hard to defend the December 2025 local body poll debacle it suffered IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/expelled-kerala-cpi-660247.html Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/paks-double-standards-exposed-hamas-regroups-in-pakistan-while-gaza-funds-fuel-let-jem-660052.html New Delhi Jan 29 Over the last year and a half dozens of Hamas terrorists have visited Pakistan and taken part in public events The ISI has been welcoming of the Hamas leadership and has ensured good coordination with the members of the LashkareTaiba and JaisheMohammed Following the onslaught by Israel Hamas has been largely weakened Although the outfit is still capable of striking hard but currently down due to the long drawn battle it fought with Israel Many attempts at regrouping and reviving the outfit have failed This is largely because the Israelis are after them and will shoot down any attempt made to strengthen itself in and around GazaWhen the Hamas leadership reached out to the ISI the spy agency was more than willing to provide the outfit with the space to regroup An Intelligence Bureau official said that training exercises are being conducted and newer recruits are flown into Pakistan These exercises are conducted with the help of the LashkareTaiba and JaisheMohammed cadresThe official also explained that Hamas is well aware that the Israelis will not target their camps in Pakistan This gives them the benefit of carrying on their activities without the fear of being hit the official also said Indian agencies had signalled the threats that the presence of Hamas is a cause of concern for IndiaAnother official said that the presence of Hamas in Pakistan is not a direct threat as they are unlikely to indulge in direct activity against India However the fact that they are training with terror groups that pose a direct threat to India is a concernWhen compared to the JaisheMohammed or LashkareTaiba Hamas has more sophisticated capabilities During these training exercises Hamas cadres will share knowledge with the Pakistanbased terror groups These groups will learn the art of carrying out more sophisticated attacks and this is the danger that India faces officials explainThis bonhomie suits both LashkareTaiba and JaisheMohammed as both groups are still in a regrouping phase Both were hit hard by the Indian Armed Forces when Operation Sindoor was carried out The JaisheMohammed lost a lot of its people and its headquarters in Bahawalpur was destroyedThe LashkareTaiba too lost several men in this operation However its biggest loss was when the primary training facility at Murdike was destroyed Operation Sindoor was carried out to avenge the Pahalgam attack by the LashkareTaiba in which innocent lives were lostWhile Hamas has its own funding mechanism the ISI has used the organisationâs name to collect funds and then divert them to the LashkareTaiba and JaisheMohammed Under the garb of charity for Gaza the JeM and LeT have collected crores of rupees However this money is not being spent on Hamas All of it is being used to rebuild the facilities that both these Pakistanbased terror groups lost during the operation by the Indian armed forcesPakistan watchers say that this exposes the double standards of Pakistan US President Donald Trump has invited Pakistan to be part of the USled intergovernmental organisation the Board of Peace The purpose of this organisation is to promote stability and secure peace in GazaExperts say that this was a bad move since Pakistan is hosting Hamas and also providing them with all the facilities so that they can regroup and then wreck peace in Gaza IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/paks-double-standards-exposed-hamas-regroups-in-pakistan-while-gaza-funds-fuel-let-jem-660052.html Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/low-risk-high-impact-how-khalistanis-are-soft-launching-operations-in-punjab-660068.html New Delhi Jan 29 The waters in Punjab are being tested by the Khalistani elements once again and this could be a sign of what is coming next After provoking and planning attacks in India from abroad these terror groups want to intensify operations after they realised that their movement is hardly gaining any traction in Punjab Soft attempts are being made to test the waters and on January 26 a Khalistani flag incident was reported at the Golden Temple An Intelligence Bureau official said that these attempts are aimed at provoking the state The official however added that similar incidents would occur on a much smaller scale across PunjabSuch operations are costeffective and the chances of getting caught are very low The Khalistanis would try to pass these off as oneoff incidents at first They would then try and analyse what the youth feel about this and if it does gain a bit of traction then a recruitment drive would commence officials sayBoth the National Investigation Agency NIA and the Punjab police have cracked down heavily on these elements This explains why the Khalistan movement is unable to raise its ugly head in Punjab Police officials also thank the elders who have lived through those times when Punjab was a violent mess courtesy of the Khalistan issue They have advised the youngster to stay clear and explained to them that taking this path would only lead to devastationFurther the Khalistani terrorists operating from abroad are under stress from both their cadres and the ISI Questions are frequently asked as to why operations in Punjab have not scaled upAn Intelligence Bureau official said apart from tight scrutiny the other reason why operations have not scaled up is due to the lack of funds While the ISI has pumped in funds through the sale of drugs arms and ammunition money is also raised through legal aid under the garb of human rightsThe official said that a lot of corruption is taking place within the ranks Many who are part of this movement abroad are corrupt and have siphoned off the money instead of using it to revive the movement in India the official added Persons like Gurpatwant Singh Pannun the chief of the Sikhs for Justice SFJ only give sermons and issue threats online In reality he lives a lavish lifestyleAll these have contributed to the Khalistan movement not taking off in Punjab Intelligence agencies however state that the security agencies must be on high alert when it comes to this soft push that these elements are makingAn official said that these should not be seen as oneoff incidents or mere acts of very minor vandalism They should be viewed very seriously as there is actionable Intelligence as to what these elements are up to the official addedThe Khalistanis who thrived abroad for years thanks to sympathetic regimes are today facing the heat India has managed to impress upon countries such as Canada and the United Kingdom to act against these elements We have over the years sent scores of dossiers detailing the activities of these elements another official saidWhile the agencies over there were convinced it was the dispensation that was soft However India managed to convince them that the Khalistanis are using free speech to further their agenda India also explained to these nations about the dangers they pose not only to India but to their own land as well officials addedNow with the fund collection dipping and the narrative from abroad not working the push would now be made in Punjab Intelligence assessments show Indian security officials are capable of tackling this problem on the ground However the soft push is what needs to be curbed as it could very quickly become a big issue if it does gain traction among the youth officials warn IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/low-risk-high-impact-how-khalistanis-are-soft-launching-operations-in-punjab-660068.html Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:25:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/reconsider-travel-to-pakistan-due-to-terrorism-potential-armed-conflict-us-advisory-660086.html IslamabadWashington Jan 29 The US State Department has urged American citizens planning to travel to Pakistan to reconsider their plans citing security concerns local media in Pakistan reported on Thursday In its latest advisory the department advised travellers to think twice before visiting Pakistan due to crime civil unrest terrorism and the risk of kidnappingPakistan has been placed under a Level 3 advisory a category that indicates a high risk where terrorist attacks may occur without warning According to the State Department typical targets include transportation hubs hotels markets shopping malls military and security sites airports trains schools hospitals places of worship tourist locations and government buildings reported leading Pakistani daily DawnSome regions including parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have been designated Level 4 Do Not Travel areasThe advisory urges US citizens not to travel to Level 4 areas for any reasonâ warning that assassination and kidnapping attempts are common particularly against government officials and private citizens The warning also applies to US citizens of Pakistani origin the newspaper reportedDo Not Travel to Balochistan Province and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa KP Province including the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas FATA due to terrorism and kidnapping the US advisory added mentioning further that Violent extremist groups have carried out attacks in Pakistan Terrorist attacks typically happen in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa including the former FATA but they have also occurred in major cities such as Karachi and IslamabadThe US State Department detailed that local law prohibits protesting or demonstrating without a permitBeing near a protest can draw scrutiny from Pakistani security forces US citizens have been detained for participating in protests You can also face detention for posting content on social media viewed as critical of the Pakistani government military or officials it statedEarlier this month a US State Department spokesperson announced that the Trump administration is suspending processing for immigrant visas for applicants from 75 countries beginning January 21 This will impact applicants from certain countries in Africa the Middle East the Caribbean and Latin America the Balkan regions and South Asia with Pakistan and Bangladesh included in the listReacting to the announcement of US visa curbs Pakistanâs Foreign Office reportedly expressed hope that the suspension is temporary with possible resumption in usual processing in the near future Until then the backlog of applications is expected to grow with approvals delayed despite historically strong demand IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/reconsider-travel-to-pakistan-due-to-terrorism-potential-armed-conflict-us-advisory-660086.html Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/operation-sindoor-ar-rehmans-jai-ho-spice-up-beating-retreat-experience-660158.html New Delhi Jan 29 Operation Sindoor took centrestage as massed bands of the Indian Army Navy Air Force and paramilitary forces performed patriotic tunes including Vande Mataram and AR Rehmanâs âJai Hoâ during Beating Retreat 2026 on Thursday leaving the audience yearning for more Illuminated attire of performers and digital coloured LED panels on drums and instruments and special formations by the band members at the Vijay Chowk â including those depicting Operation Sindoor and the decommissioned MiG21 fighters â enthralled the spectators who were led by President Droupadi MurmuPrime Minister Narendra Modi Vice President CP Radhakrishnan Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Chief Justice of India CJI Surya Kant and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh were also present The chiefs of the three armed forces and the Chief of Defence Staff were also presentAt the end of the ceremony the national flag was lowered and the National Anthem was played signalling the formal close of the 77th Republic Dayâs celebrations The dayâs performance was followed by a spellbinding illumination of the Rashtrapati Bhavan North Block South Block and ParliamentâA Majestic Ceremony An Extraordinary Occasion A Musical Atmosphere Experience the mesmerising and spellbinding martial tunes played by the Military Bands during Beating Retreat 2026â said a message posted by the Indian Army on social media during the ceremonyA special feature of this years Beating Retreat ceremony was that all the spectator seating areas at Vijay Chowk were named after Indian musical instruments These names were for musical instruments such as the flute tabla sitar veena shehnai mridangam sarod and santoorPresident Draupadi Murmu arrived at Vijay Chowk for the Beating Retreat ceremony where she was welcomed by Prime Minister Narendra ModiThe programme began with the Massed Bands famous tune Kadam Kadam Badhaye Ja The Pipes and Drums band then played tunes like Atulya Bharat Veer Sainik MiliJuli Nritya Sarita Maruni and Jhelum These tunes played by the military bands captivated the audienceThe bands of the Central Armed Police Forces also impressed the audience with their performances Their bands filled the atmosphere with songs like Vijay Bharat Hathrohi Jai Ho and Veer SipahiA major highlight of the programme was the Indian Air Force band The Air Force band played tunes like Brave Warrior Twilight Alert and Flying StarThe Navy band imbued the event with patriotic fervour The Navy band performed patriotic songs like Namaste Sagar Pawan Matrubhoomi Tejasvi and Jai BharatiThe Indian Army Band enthralled the audience with inspiring tunes like Vijayi Bharat Aarambh Hai Prachand Hai Ae Watan Ae Watan Anand Math Sugamya Bharat and Sitare HindFinally the Massed Band performed Bharat Ki Shaan Vande Mataram and Drummers CallThe ceremony concluded as always with the everpopular tune Saare Jahan Se Achha played by the buglersSquadron Leader Lamapokpam Roopchand Singh was the chief conductor for the entire event Separate conductors from the Army Navy Air Force and Central Armed Forces also led their respective teams IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/operation-sindoor-ar-rehmans-jai-ho-spice-up-beating-retreat-experience-660158.html Fri, 30 Jan 2026 02:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/accused-in-kashmiri-shawl-seller-assault-case-in-uttarakhand-held-after-jampk-cm-intervenes-660182.html Jammu Jan 29 The intervention by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday led to arrest in the assault case on a Kashmiri shawl seller in Uttarakhand An official statement on Thursday said here Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has taken serious note of the incident involving the assault on a young Kashmiri shawl seller in Uttarakhand and initiated immediate steps to ensure accountability and safety of residents of Jammu and Kashmir living outside the Union TerritoryIn this regard Chief Minister Omar Abdullah spoke with his Uttarakhand counterpart Pushkar Singh Dhami urging him to take strict action against those involved in the incident the statement addedIn a post on social media platform X the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Ministers Office said The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister spoke to the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand Pushkar Singh Dhami regarding the incident of assault on a young Kashmiri shawl seller in Uttarakhand and urged him to take strict action against the perpetrators Uttarakhand Chief Minister Dhami assured that strict action including registration of an FIR would be taken in the matter and safety of Jammu and Kashmir residents will be ensuredSubsequently the Uttarakhand Police took prompt action in the matterIn an official update the police told that an FIR has been registered at the Vikasnagar Police Station against the accused Sanjay Yadav and one other person under Sections 1172 and 352 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita BNSThe update also said The accused Sanjay Yadav has been taken into custody and necessary legal action is being initiated and he will be sent to jailReacting to the incident and similar recent occurrences Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in a separate post on X said This recent series of attacks including in Himachal Pradesh and now this one are unacceptable and must stop It cant be claimed that JampK is an inalienable part of India while people from Kashmir in other parts of the country live in fear for their lives My JampK government will step in wherever necessary amp will do whatever is needed to ensure these incidents are not repeatedI hope the Union Ministry of Home Affairs will also sensitise other states on the same linesThe Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister reiterated his governments commitment to safeguarding the dignity security and rights of the people of the Union Territory across the country and ensuring that such incidents are dealt with firmly and decisivelyAn 18yearold Kashmiri youth had sustained serious head injuries and fractures after being attacked by some shopkeepers while selling shawls along with his family IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/accused-in-kashmiri-shawl-seller-assault-case-in-uttarakhand-held-after-jampk-cm-intervenes-660182.html Fri, 30 Jan 2026 02:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-indian-army-showcases-weapons-at-know-your-army-campaign--659969.html Itanagar Jan 27 The Indian Army continues to showcase its latest weapons systems and operational capabilities across various border states in the Northeast highlighting its preparedness technological strength and commitment to safeguarding the regionâs security and territorial integrity Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said that the Spearhead Division of Spear Corps conducted a vibrant âKnow Your Armyâ outreach campaign for school students at Likabali in Arunachal Pradesh aimed at fostering awareness patriotism and career aspirations for the Indian Armed Forces He said that the event featured motivational talks by brave soldiers who shared reallife experiences of service sacrifice and leadership Students were given a comprehensive briefing on various entry pathways into the Armed Forces including NDA TES IMA Indian Air Force Indian Navy Short Service Commission and other opportunities helping them understand eligibility preparation strategies and longterm career prospects the spokesman said Adding to the immersive experience participants visited an Army museum and witnessed a handson display of modern military equipment vehicles and gear Lt Col Rawat said that the interactive sessions allowed students to engage closely with soldiers ask questions and gain firsthand insight into life in uniform The outreach successfully ignited curiosity discipline and a strong sense of national pride among the youth inspiring many to dream of serving the nation The Indian Army continues its commitment to nationbuilding by connecting with young citizens and guiding them toward meaningful careers in defence services the defence official said Meanwhile earlier this month a weapons and equipment display was organised at the Albert Ekka War Memorial in Tripuras capital Agartala to familiarise students and citizens especially the youth with the Indian Armys ethos capabilities and commitment to nationbuilding Highlighting its strength professionalism and commitment to national security the Brigade had also organised a similar weapons and equipment display at the Tripura Institute of Technology TIT in Agartala intending to motivate young minds and foster a spirit of patriotism and nationbuilding among students IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-indian-army-showcases-weapons-at-know-your-army-campaign--659969.html Wed, 28 Jan 2026 02:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/intelligence-alert-pak-backed-d-company-gears-up-to-push-in-fake-notes-worth-crores-before-polls-in-india-659899.html New Delhi Jan 27 With back to back elections set to be held in India this year Intelligence agencies have warned that the fake currency racket is bound to increase The Dawood Syndicate which controls this racket from Pakistan has increased printing of fake notes and the same is being moved to Bangladesh and Nepal An Intelligence Bureau official said that they have noticed heightened activity in Malda West Bengal which is the main landing point for fake currency from the neighbouring country Those running the racket in Malda have been preparing to receive a massive consignment from Bangladesh the official addedAnother official said that the Dawood Syndicate will also look to move fake currency through the Nepal border and hence there is a heightened alert These elements are trying to take advantage of the fact that the security mechanism will be more focussed on the elections and hence they would be able to get away with their nefarious activitiesOfficials say that it is important that this menace is controlled at the border itself Once the fake currency enters the country it is next to impossible to detect the official addedThe Intelligence agencies who work closely with the forensics department have learnt that the notes are of very high quality and forensic experts believe that the notes are printed on highly sophisticated machines The Pakistan establishment has invested huge capital to ensure that these notes cannot be detected by the Indian agenciesOfficials say that the fake currency has the perfect watermark formulation This indicates that the notes are printed on regular currency making machines which can be owned only by a stateIntelligence agencies have learnt that fake currency notes to the tune of crores of Rupees were moved into Bangladesh Most of the fake notes were dropped off using the sea route the agencies have learnt The D Syndicate finds this route easier today as there are no checks for Pakistan thanks to Dhakaâs new soft policy towards IslamabadUnder Muhammad Yunus the sea route was opened up to Pakistan for the first time Indian agencies suspect that huge consignments of arms and ammunition have reached Bangladesh using the sea route The same route is also being used to push the fake currency into BangladeshThe challenge would however be to bring it into India The D Company will try to use both the Nepal and Bangladesh border to smuggle in the fake currency officials say While the consignment that comes in from Nepal would be taken to Bihar the fake notes at the Bangladesh border will be moved into MaldaFrom here the notes would be distributed to other parts of the country Another official added that once the notes land in India the target states would be the ones where elections are scheduled to be heldElections are due in Assam West Bengal Tamil Nadu Kerala and Puducherry The polls are scheduled to be held between March and May 2026 Officials say that the D gang would try and move most of the fake notes into these states since the security agencies would be too busy with the electionsThe agencies are keeping a close watch on the border areas The alert is high in Malda and the neighbouring areas as the Intelligence agencies say that the biggest consignment would land in these places IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/intelligence-alert-pak-backed-d-company-gears-up-to-push-in-fake-notes-worth-crores-before-polls-in-india-659899.html Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/telangana-cyber-security-bureau-arrest-six-cyber-fraudsters-659939.html Hyderabad Jan 27 The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau TGCSB has apprehended six accused in three cases of cyber fraud involving over Rs 16 crore during an operation conducted in Kerala and Bengaluru TGCSB director Shikha Goel said on Tuesday that TGCSB organised a coordinated operation as part of its ongoing investigation into cybercrimes and to apprehend the accused individuals involvedTwo teams were dispatched to Kerala and one team to Bengaluru They successfully apprehended six accused three each in Kerala and BengaluruThe accused including five account holders and one agent were arrested in three cases in which victims had together lost over Rs 1618 croreOn December 9 2024 a complaint was received from a senior citizen woman that she was cheated by a group of impersonating officials of TRAI CBI RBI and other national agencies The victim received a call falsely claiming that her Aadhaarlinked phone number was involved in criminal activitiesThe call was transferred to persons identifying themselves as CBI officers who instructed her and her daughters to connect on Skype remain under 24hour surveillance and follow strict directions stating they were âdigitally arrestedâThe fraudsters sent fake documents with CBI and RBI logos and claimed her bank accounts required verification Under continuous pressure she transferred large sums through RTGS between November 14 and December 3 2024 She suffered a loss of Rs 56651100In this case the TGCSB arrested Renju Pathakku Reji 30 a resident of Kerala He had provided his companyâs current bank account and credentials to his friend for use as a mule account to receive proceeds of cyber fraud Subsequently his friend provided the details to the main fraudsters who are alleged to be operating from other countriesOn January 2 2026 a complaint was received from a senior citizen who became a victim of digital arrest He mentioned that on October 27 2025 he received a WhatsApp call from someone claiming to be from Blue Dart Customer Care alleging that a parcel linked to him contained illegal items He reported that another caller posing as a Bombay Police officer accused him of involvement in serious offences and instructed him to keep the matter confidential while forcing him to share financial detailsHe was pressured to transfer money He suffered a total loss of Rs 71280000 A letter demanding more money made him suspicious prompting him to file a complaint with the NCRPIn this case Arun Sreenivas 41 and Sanal V Menon 48 both from Kerala were arrested They had provided their bank account details to cyber fraudsters for a commissionThe third case relates to online trading fraud allegedly committed by Nadir Verma and his associates who had posed as genuine traders connected to the ORBM trading platformThe complainant reported that he initially invested Rs 1 lakh on December 2 2025 after which his account showed a small profit and he was then persuaded to invest a much larger amount He stated that under continuous pressure he ultimately invested Rs34096958 over 22 daysWhen he attempted to withdraw his funds he was asked to deposit additional money which raised doubts about the legitimacy of their demands He added that he filed a complaint with the National Cyber Crime Reporting PortalIn this case TGCSB arrested V Jayaprakash 41 Balaraju 51 both directors of ZIP Cleaning Services Pvt Ltd Bengaluru and Harish G 55 also a resident of BengaluruJayaprakash and Balaraju conspired with Harish to commit the offence with an intention to unlawfully gain financial benefits by misuse of company accounts banking instruments and electronic devices They provided the account details to a person living in Pune and facilitated the transactions by providing the accountlinked mobile phone to the main fraudstersEfforts are being continued to trace and apprehend the absconding accused said TGCSB director IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/telangana-cyber-security-bureau-arrest-six-cyber-fraudsters-659939.html Wed, 28 Jan 2026 01:41:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-concerned-over-emergence-of-parallel-platforms-to-un-659963.html United Nations Jan 27 India has expressed concern over the emergence of platforms parallel to the United Nations seeking to take on peace and security roles while the Security Council is paralysed Security conversations and discussions have moved on to parallel plurilateral frameworks some even involving private sector actors to bring about outcomes on peace and security outside the United Nations Indiaâs Permanent Representative P Harish cautioned on Monday pressing the case for Council reformSecretaryGeneral Antonio Guterres said no organisation or adhoc coalition can usurp the powers of the CouncilThe Council alone can make decisions binding on all and no other body or adhoc coalition can legally require all member states to comply with decisions on peace and security he said while speaking at the Council at a highlevel debate on Reaffirming International Rule of LawOnly the Security Council can authorise the use of force under international law as set out in the Charter he said Its responsibility is singular Its obligation is universalTherefore he said Council reform is essentialThat is why we must act without delay to enhance the representation and effectiveness of this Council he addedGuterresâ reference to an ad hoc coalition and Harishâs mention of parallel plurilateral frameworks were about the Board of Peace that US President Donald Trump has created and is seen as a challenge to the UNWith diplomatic finesse they were careful not to name him or the BoardTrump said last week at Davos Once this Peace Board is completely formed we can do pretty much whatever we want to doAlthough he added a rider Well do it in conjunction with the United Nations it still meant he was seeing a downgraded role for the UN losing its monopoly under the Charter for using force to enforce international peace and securityTrump announced the Board as a part of his Gaza peace plan under which it was to oversee the rebuilding of the devastated territoryThe plan received the approval of the Security CouncilTrump has since said the Board could take on a broader role in international securityThe Board of Peace has 22 members including Pakistan and Trump has offered permanent membership for contributions of 1 billionExcept for Belgium Western countries have so far stayed away from the Board where the majority â 13 members â is made up of Muslim majority nationsCalling for urgent reform of the Council and adding permanent members Harish said that it was essential to make the international rule of law effective when the world organisation at its core is under strainParalysis and lack of effectiveness in tackling conflicts remain a significant shortcoming testing the UNâs credibilityBecause of the veto powers of the permanent members the Council was not able to act on crises like Gaza and UkraineFor multilateralism and international rule of law to remain effective and credible global governance structures must evolve to reflect contemporary realities he saidWhile the world has undergone a profound transformation in the 80 years since the UNâs founding the Council is stuck in a bygone era he saidGiven the changes in power dynamics demographics and the nature of global challenges theres an urgent and compelling need to undertake comprehensive reform including expansion in the permanent and nonpermanent categories the Indian diplomat said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/india-concerned-over-emergence-of-parallel-platforms-to-un-659963.html Wed, 28 Jan 2026 02:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/fierce-encounter-between-assam-rifles-and-insurgents-in-arunachals-changlang-659816.html Itanagar Jan 26 An Assam Rifles Company Operating Base COB in Arunachal Pradeshâs Changlang district came under fire from armed insurgents on Monday triggering a fierce exchange of fire officials said According to sources the COB located at Ranglum village in Changlang district was fired upon from multiple directions The remote border village lies close to the IndiaMyanmar border near international border pillar number 168Assam Rifles troops retaliated effectively and the counterinsurgency operation is still underway the sources said adding that no injuries or fatalities have been reported so far from either sideAdditional forces have been deployed in and around the area while the region has been cordoned off and the operation further intensified to neutralise the armed insurgentsA senior police official said that police teams have rushed to the border areas to gather further detailsHowever the identity of the militant group involved is yet to be confirmed as detailed information is awaited from the Assam RiflesArunachal Pradesh shares a 520km unfenced border with Myanmar making the region vulnerable to crossborder insurgent movementsMeanwhile security agencies recalled that a few months ago militants of the NSCNK YA faction had launched a standoff attack on the Hedman Camp in Changlang district which was successfully foiled due to an instant and swift response by alert troopsSubsequently ULFA Independent extremists attempted a similar attack on the Kakopathar Camp in Tinsukia district of eastern Assam The attack was repulsed resulting in casualties among the insurgents and the apprehension of an Over Ground Worker OGW involved in the plotFollowing those incidents Assam Rifles intensified counterinsurgency operations by activating an extensive security grid supported by modern surveillance assets drones and intelligencebased hightech teamsThe heightened operations culminated in a successful ambush at the 6 Mile Lekang Khampti area in Namsai district of south Arunachal Pradesh leading to the neutralisation of one ULFA I cadre and the recovery of warlike storesDuring a subsequent search operation security forces recovered the body of a militant identified as Iwon Axom a selfstyled Sergeant Major of ULFA IOne rifle one rocketpropelled grenade RPG round and three rucksacks were also recovered from the spotSources said that such rapid and precise actions have repeatedly foiled insurgent attempts and helped maintain the morale dominance of security forces across the regionThe Assam Riflesâ steadfast role professional planning and resolute execution continue to uphold peace and stability in the Northeast reaffirming their legacy as the âSentinels of the North Eastâ the sources added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/fierce-encounter-between-assam-rifles-and-insurgents-in-arunachals-changlang-659816.html Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/india-at-77-neutralising-left-wing-terrorism-amp-building-institutional-strength-659775.html New Delhi Jan 26 As India marked the 77th year of its Republic an old insurgency that once threatened to fracture the countryâs internal security architecture showed unmistakable signs of collapse LeftWing Extremism LWE rooted in the Maoist insurgency that erupted in Naxalbari in 1967 has for decades tested the endurance of Indian democracyIn 2025 however a sequence of decisive security operations combined with unprecedented mass surrenders revealed something deeper than battlefield success the strengthening of institutions and the reassertion of constitutional authority in regions long governed by fearThe Year the Maoist Command Structure CrackedThe turning point came not through a single operation but a sustained campaign that methodically dismantled the Maoist leadershipOn 21 May 2025 deep inside the Abujhmad forests security forces eliminated Basavaraju the Supreme Commander of the CPI Maoist carrying a Rs 15 crore bountyFor decades Basavaraju had been the strategic brain behind Maoist expansion arms procurement and largescale ambushes His death was widely seen as the collapse of the organisationâs apex command comparable to the neutralisation of top insurgent leaders in other global counterinsurgency theatresWhat followed was a rapid unravelling On 11 September 2025 in Gariaband ten Maoists were killed in a single operation including Modem Bala Krishna a Central Committee member active since 1983 and one of the last surviving ideological architects of the movementHis death marked not just a tactical win but the erosion of doctrinal continuity within Maoist ranksThe blows intensified in November On 12 September 2025 another senior commander with a Rs 1 crore bounty was neutralised in BijapurTwo months later on 11 November six Maoists were killed in the same region with security forces recovering an INSAS rifle and highgrade explosives evidence that largescale attacks were imminent but thwarted in timeThe most symbolic moment came on 18 November 2025 in Andhra Pradeshâs Alluri Sitharama Raju district when Madvi Hidma was killed along with five others Hidma carrying a Rs 1 crore bounty was the mastermind behind 26 deadly attacks including the 2010 Dantewada ambush that killed 76 CRPF personnelHis elimination closed a grim chapter that had haunted Indiaâs security forces for over a decadeSurrenders as Strategy Not SpectacleYet the real story of 2025 lies not only in encounters but in the quiet almost unprecedented wave of surrendersCounterinsurgency experts have long argued that durable peace is achieved when armed movements lose legitimacy among their own cadres Kalyanaraman Studies in Conflict amp Terrorism 2022 That theory played out vividly across Bastar and its adjoining districtsOn 3 October 2025 Bijapur witnessed a recordbreaking surrender as 103 Naxalites laid down armsThe cumulative figures were staggering since January 2024 924 were arrested 599 surrendered and 195 neutralised in Bijapur alone That this occurred in Bastar the ideological birthplace of Naxalism underscored the depth of the collapseThe momentum continued On 14 October in Gadchiroli top leader Bhupathi also known as Sonu surrendered along with nearly 60 cadres handing over 54 weaponsOn 29 October in Kanker 21 insurgents surrendered with 18 weapons receiving copies of the Indian Constitution from authorities a symbolic but powerful gesture of reintegration into the democratic frameworkThe following day 51 Maoists surrendered in Bijapur including 20 with bounties totalling Rs 66 lakhPerhaps the most telling moment came on 24 September 2025 when 71 Maoists surrendered in Dantewada under the Lon Varratu and Puna Margem rehabilitation programmesBeyond the numbers the state offered Rs 50000 in immediate assistance skill training and land support signalling that surrender was not merely an end to violence but the beginning of livelihood security Government of Chhattisgarh Rehabilitation Framework 2024Institutions Over InsurgencyThese developments did not occur in a vacuum They reflect a decadelong recalibration of Indiaâs LWE strategy shifting from reactive militarisation to integrated governanceThe expansion of road networks mobile connectivity and welfare delivery in previously inaccessible areas weakened the Maoistsâ ability to control information and movementSecurity forces meanwhile improved intelligence coordination and reduced collateral damage an essential factor in winning civilian trustCrucially institutional credibility replaced coercive dominance When surrendered cadres were handed the Constitution in Kanker it reinforced the idea that the stateâs authority flows from law not the barrel of a gunThis symbolism matters in regions where Maoists long portrayed the Indian state as an alien force By restoring schools healthcare centres and local governance mechanisms the state undercut the insurgencyâs core narrative of perpetual exploitationA Republic Tested a Republic StrengthenedAt 77 Indiaâs battle against LeftWing Terrorism offers a broader lesson about democratic resilience Insurgencies rarely end with a final shot they dissolve when institutions prove more persuasive than violenceThe deaths of figures like Basavaraju and Hidma closed an era of fear but the mass surrenders signalled something more profound the exhaustion of an armed ideology in the face of a functioning republicThis does not mean complacency is warranted History shows that insurgent movements can mutate if grievances remain unaddressedYet the year 2025 demonstrated that Indiaâs institutions security forces civil administration and constitutional frameworks can adapt without abandoning democratic normsAs India looks ahead the quiet dismantling of Maoist power stands as a reminder that national strength is not measured only by territorial integrity but by the ability to reclaim citizens once lost to violenceIn the forests of Bastar the sound of gunfire gave way finally to the possibility of peace and to the enduring promise of the Republic itselfZahack Tanvir founder and editor of Milli Chronicle Media UK is an analyst and geopolitical commentator He frequently appears on Indian and international media offering insights on the Middle East extremism and the politics of South Asia He tweets under ZahackTanvir IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/india-at-77-neutralising-left-wing-terrorism-amp-building-institutional-strength-659775.html Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/recovery-of-maoist-posters-creates-unease-in-bengals-bankura-on-r-day-659786.html Kolkata Jan 26 As the country was celebrating the 77th Republic Day on Monday concern was triggered in certain pockets of the once Maoistinfested Bankura district of West Bengal following the recovery of Maoist posters The posters were mainly recovered from the Taldangra and Onda areas of Bankura district which had remained strong Maoist hotbeds for several years until around 2011Some of the posters were pasted on tree trunks while others were found at different bus stops in the area It is presumed that they were pasted late on Sunday night and came to the notice of local villagers on Monday morningSignificantly the posters were handwritten in red ink typical of the style used in public messages issued by leftwing extremist groupsOne of the key messages in the posters was a protest against antiMaoist operations in Chhattisgarh which were allegedly being carried out by security forces in the name of counterinsurgency measuresThe posters also raised demands for the immediate release of local tribal people who had been arrested or detained by security forces for their alleged involvement in Maoist activitiesIn addition the posters called for justice over the killing of top Maoist commander Madvi Hidma in an exchange of fire with security forces in Andhra Pradeshâs Alluri Sitarama Raju district in the AndhraOdisha border region in November last yearAfter receiving information about the recovery of the posters personnel from the local police stations removed them and took them into custody for examinationâA probe is on to ascertain whether the posters were actually pasted by members of leftwing extremist groups or by others with vested interests In such areas pasting Maoist posters by vested interests is quite commonâ a district police official saidBankura along with West Midnapore Purulia and Jhargram districts had remained significant Maoist strongholds for several years until 2011However leftwing extremist groups gradually started losing their grip over these areas after the killing of top Maoist commander Koteswar Rao alias Kishenji in a forested area of West Midnapore district in November 2011 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/recovery-of-maoist-posters-creates-unease-in-bengals-bankura-on-r-day-659786.html Mon, 26 Jan 2026 21:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/kolkata-mounted-police-excluded-from-r-day-parade-for-4th-consecutive-year-659646.html Kolkata Jan 25 The Kolkata Polices Mounted Police will not participate in the Republic Day parade on the Red Road on Sunday Sources in Kolkata Police said on Sunday that the Mounted Police have been kept out of the parade for the fourth consecutive year since a 2022 incident where a horse turned its back on the thenGovernor Jagdeep Dhankhar during the salute However spectators can find some consolation in seeing the Indian Armys mechanical robotic mules instead of the real horses Although the horses will not be participating in the parade the mounted police unit will be on duty in the Maidan area from morning on Republic Day The police cavalry will be keeping a watchful eye to ensure that spectators attending the parade do not face any problems and that law and order are maintainedIt may be recalled that on January 26 2022 the Republic Day parade began with a contingent of the Armys Eastern Command marching down the Red Road The Kolkata Polices mounted unit paraded with their horses and 20 of them moved forward in perfect formation step by step An officer of the Kolkata Mounted Police saluted while seated on his horse However one of the horses suddenly broke away from the group and caused a disturbance At that time it was 11 years oldBefore this it had participated in the Republic Day and Independence Day parades about four times But on that day it broke away from the group and turned its back towards the thenGovernor Jagdeep DhankharOfficials at Lalbazar investigated and found that the parade on Red Road was being shown on a giant screen located beside the road When the horse moved away at that moment the images of the mounted police were being shown on the screen The authorities attributed the incident to the horse being distracted by its own image on the screenAlthough the horse was brought into line within seconds and the mounted polices parade carried on this unit of the Kolkata Police has not participated in Republic Day and Independence Day parades since then According to sources at Lalbazar Kolkata Police headquarters the mounted police will not participate in this years parade either IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/kolkata-mounted-police-excluded-from-r-day-parade-for-4th-consecutive-year-659646.html Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarat-security-heightened-at-godhra-railway-station-after-track-blast-in-punjab-659653.html Panchmahal Jan 25 A comprehensive security search was conducted at Godhra railway station in Gujarat on Sunday a day after a blast occurred near Sirhind railway station in Punjabâs Fatehgarh Sahib district The operation was undertaken as a precautionary measure following the incident in Punjab with railway and security agencies stepping up checks at key stations to ensure passenger safetyThe search operation at Godhra was carried out between 12 noon and 1 pm under the supervision of senior officers of the Government Railway Police GRP and the Railway Protection Force RPF Teams from the Godhra Special Bomb Disposal Squad and an explosive detection dog squad were also deployed as part of the coordinated exerciseDuring the hourlong operation security personnel conducted a thorough inspection of railway platforms passenger waiting areas circulating and traffic zones the railway yard luggage belonging to passengers and areas along and around the railway tracks Officials said the checks were carried out systematically to rule out the presence of any suspicious material or unauthorised individuals No suspicious object explosive substance or suspect was found during the operation following which the situation was declared normal However officials said heightened vigilance would continue in the coming daysThe precautionary measures followed a blast reported on Friday night near Sirhind railway station in Punjab where a portion of a railway track used by freight trains was damaged The explosion occurred around 950 pm near Khanpur village approximately five kilometres from Sirhind station when a freight train was passing through the areaThe impact derailed the engine and the loco pilot suffered a minor cut on his cheek Police said he was out of danger and no other injuries were reportedPunjab Minister Sanjeev Arora appealed for calm saying âThere is no need to panic The Punjab Police are capable If someone has committed any mischief action will be taken against themâRailway officials said repair work on the damaged track was carried out overnight on a war footing and freight movement was restored by early morning Police have registered a case against unidentified persons under Section 150 of the Railways Act while security agencies across states remain alert following the incident IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/gujarat-security-heightened-at-godhra-railway-station-after-track-blast-in-punjab-659653.html Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistans-judicial-system-faces-stress-test-in-high-profile-cybercrime-case-659670.html New Delhi Jan 25 Pakistans criminal justice system long plagued by chronic delays and a staggering backlog of over 24 million pending cases as reported by the Law and Justice Commission has come under intense scrutiny through a prominent cybercrime trial involving human rights lawyer Iman Zainab Mazari and political activist Hadi Ali Chattha The case initiated in August 2025 under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act PECA exemplifies the tensions between judicial authority procedural fairness and selective enforcementThe National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency NCCIA registered an FIR on August 22 2025 accusing the pair of offenses including cyber terrorism hate speech and dissemination of illegal content related to social media posts allegedly supporting banned groups and promoting ethnic division a Eurasia Review report said Unlike many PECA cases that lead to swift arrests the defendants initially avoided detention despite the gravity of the charges Prearrest bail was granted within days and by September they secured full protection from arrest However subsequent noncompliance missing court appearances and public criticism of the judiciary prompted nonbailable warrants These warrants were repeatedly cancelled upon appearance or changes in legal representation a pattern critics describe as preferential treatment rarely extended to ordinary defendants said the report Court records reveal 44 hearing days stretched over four months with frequent adjournments granted for reasons such as counsel switches constitutional challenges and alleged health issues lacking documentation Disruptive conduct including courtroom walkouts and accusations against the presiding judge led to further postponements and temporary warrant issuances only for relief to be restored swiftly Prosecutors argue the defence employs tactical delays to fatigue the system and politicise a standard criminal matter Requests for exemptions including unverified medical claims contributed to perceptions of brinkmanship Superior courts including the Islamabad High Court and Supreme Court intervened multiple times to compel progress issuing unusual directives to address stalls The trial highlights broader systemic issues While highprofile figures receive extended leeway less prominent accused in similar cybercrime or antiterrorism cases often face immediate detention for procedural lapses Digital rights groups including the Digital Rights Foundation criticise PECA for vague provisions and overreach yet stress that due process requires engagement in court rather than evasion The core allegations specific posts purportedly aligning with proscribed organisations remain untested through full crossexamination and adjudication As one senior lawyer observed if the speech is lawful the courtroom is the appropriate venue to demonstrate it The case transcends the individuals involved exposing a fundamental conflict balancing civil liberties against law enforcement imperatives in politically charged matters Five months on the proceedings raise deeper questions about trial courts ability to maintain control over resistant highprofile defendants Extraordinary tolerance risks undermining judicial authority particularly when met with persistent resistance The public expects judges to uphold independence from external pressures while enforcing courtroom discipline it said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistans-judicial-system-faces-stress-test-in-high-profile-cybercrime-case-659670.html Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/road-and-electricity-connectivity-to-be-restored-soon-in-kashmir-valley-divisional-commissioner-659582.html Srinagar Jan 24 Divisional commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg said on Saturday that road connectivity and electricity disrupted by recent snowfall in the Valley will be restored by this evening Ahead of Republic Day celebrations Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg accompanied by Inspector General of Police IGP Kashmir VK Birdi visited Balidan Stambh at Pratap Park in the Residency Road area of the city where they took the salute during the full dress rehearsal and paid floral tributes to the martyrs at Balidan StambhSpeaking to reporters Divisional Commissioner Anshul Garg termed the occasion auspicious and said elaborate preparations have been made for the annual Republic Day eventHe said contingents of security forces school children and various departments have been rehearsing continuously for the past month to ensure the smooth conduct of the celebrationsHe said despite heavy rain and snowfall witnessed over the past two days teams worked roundtheclock to prepare the stadium and other venues He appealed to the people of Srinagar to participate in the Republic Day function as every year and witness the celebrationsGiving an update on weatherrelated damage the Divisional Commissioner said most parts of the Valley except Srinagar received snowfall while wind speeds crossed 150 kmph at some places leading to damage in certain areasHe said restoration work was started immediately and power supply is being restored at a rapid pace with the remaining stations expected to be functional soonHe further said that weather conditions have improved significantly since yesterday and that airport and train services have already returned to normalRoad clearance work is also underway with about 15000 km of roads cleared out of the total 20000 kmThe remaining stretches are being cleared with the assistance of NDRF and other agenciesThe Divisional Commissioner said as per the directions of the Chief Minister the target is to complete restoration and snow clearance work by evening to ensure normalcy across the Valley IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/road-and-electricity-connectivity-to-be-restored-soon-in-kashmir-valley-divisional-commissioner-659582.html Sun, 25 Jan 2026 00:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/11-chhattisgarh-police-officers-to-get-presidents-medal-659618.html Raipur Jan 25 In a proud recognition of exemplary service 11 police personnel from Chhattisgarh have been selected for the prestigious Presidents Police Medals on the occasion of Republic Day 2026 These medals include the Presidentâs Medal for Distinguished Service PSM and 10 for Medal for Meritorious Service MSM a Union Home Ministry press release saidGovernor Ramesh Deka will confer these honours upon the awardees during a special ceremony at the police grounds in the state capital on Monday celebrating their outstanding contributions to law enforcement and public safetyAccording to the Union Home Ministrys announcement Director General of Prisons Himanshu Gupta will receive the Presidents Police Medal for Distinguished ServiceThis award acknowledges his exceptional and dedicated record in correctional administration and prison reformsThe Police Medal for Meritorious Service which honours valuable devoted and resourceful performance marked by commitment to duty will be bestowed upon several senior and field officersThe recipients include IG Dhruv Gupta AV PHQ DIG and SSP Surajpur Prashant Thakur Commandant 19th Battalion Chhattisgarh Armed Force Jagdalpur Shweta Rajamani Superintendent of Police District Koriya Ravi Kumar Kurre Inspector ASteno PHQ Kaushalya Bhatt SubInspector Intelligence PHQ Rohit Kumar Jha Inspector Special Branch PHQ Kamlesh Kumar Mishra Platoon Commander 13th Battalion CAF Korba Dal Singh Namdev Company Commander 15th Battalion CAF Bijapur Dilip Kumar Sinha and APC 1st Battalion CAF Bhilai Sushil Kumar BaruaThese medals form part of the nationwide honours where a total of 982 personnel from police fire services home guard and civil defence and correctional services received gallantry and distinguished service awardsOf these 101 were Presidents Medals for Distinguished Service including 89 from police services while a large number received the Medal for Meritorious Service across various forcesChhattisgarhs awardees highlight the states ongoing efforts in maintaining security amid challenging conditions particularly in regions affected by Left Wing Extremism Officers from headquarters armed battalions and districts have been recognised for their consistent dedication to upholding law and order intelligence gathering and operational excellence IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/11-chhattisgarh-police-officers-to-get-presidents-medal-659618.html Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/r-day-celebrations-security-on-maximum-alert-in-jampk-659625.html SrinagarJammu Jan 25 On the eve of the countryâs 77th Republic Day security across Jammu and Kashmir has been raised to maximum alert said officials on Sunday The main Republic Day function is being held on Monday at the MA Stadium in Jammu where Lt Governor Manoj Sinha will hoist the national flag and take salute at the paradeIn Srinagar the Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary will preside at the Republic Day function at the Bakshi StadiumContingents of the JampK Police BSF CRPF Fire and Emergency Services Disaster Management Home Guards and schoolchildren will march before the podium in both Jammu and SrinagarCultural programmes and those depicting development and progress in the union territory will follow the flag hoisting and the march past Similar functions will be held at all other district headquarters in Jammu and KashmirFull dress rehearsals were held on Saturday at all venues of the Republic Day celebrations across the 20 districts of the union territoryHuman intelligence electronic surveillance aerial reconnaissance by drones makeshift drop gates checkposts and frisking of people and searching of vehicles are taking place at multiple places in Srinagar and JammuâSecurity has been put on maximum alert and we are taking no chances with security around the Republic Dayâ a senior police officer saidThe 77th Republic Day is being celebrated after the terror attack near the Red Fort in Delhi on November 10 2025 in which 12 innocent civilians were killed and 32 others were injuredSecurity forces are taking no chances with even the minutest details connected to the overall securityThe most reassuring aspect of the security arrangements is that the entire exercise is taking place with the minimum possible inconvenience to the common man Policemen and security personnel are seen stopping vehicles and exchanging smiles with the drivers and the passengers This indicates that the tightening of security has taken place without any accompanying tensionBefore 2019 when Article 370 was in place separatists would call for a complete shutdown and ask people to observe the Republic Day as a âblack dayâ by shutting off lights across the ValleyAs terrorism has been largely controlled most of the separatists have been placed under detention and those giving shutdown and blackout calls in the past canât muster the courage to seek a boycott of the official functions nowIn sharp contrast to the past civilians have been attending the Republic Day and Independence Day celebrations in JampKAll official buildings flyovers and main bridges have been illuminated to spread the message of national festivities on the eve of the countryâs 77th Republic Day IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/r-day-celebrations-security-on-maximum-alert-in-jampk-659625.html Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/with-four-presidents-medals-17-msms-mp-polices-bagful-of-national-gallantry-honours-659637.html New Delhi Jan 25 A day ahead of Republic Day the Centre announced the names of officers and personnel nationwide who have been selected for gallantry and service medals Among them Madhya Pradesh stood out with four officers receiving the Presidentâs Medal for Distinguished Service PSM and 17 personnel awarded the Medal for Meritorious Service MSM As announced by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs a press release said that their selection highlights the stateâs strong tradition of dedication discipline and public serviceThe Presidentâs Medal for Distinguished Service was conferred upon Santosh Kumar Singh Commissioner of Police Mithelesh Kumar Shukla Inspector General Awadhesh Kumar Goswami Deputy Inspector General and Shiv Kumar Patel InspectorThese officers have been recognised for their years of outstanding contribution to policing leadership and commitment to public safetyThe Medal for Meritorious Service was awarded to a wide spectrum of officers and ranks reflecting the depth of talent and dedication within the Madhya Pradesh PoliceThe awardees include Krishnaveni Desavatu Inspector General Manoj Kumar Rai Superintendent of Police Gitesh Kumar Garg Superintendent of Police Durgesh Kumar Rathore Superintendent of Police Praveen Singh InspectorARMR Rajendra Prasad Gupta InspectorARMR Nidhi Shrivastava InspectorARMR Sanjay Singh Thakur Deputy Superintendent of Police Shaffali Takalkar InspectorARMR Shriram Mishra Head Constable Shushil Kumar Choubey Constable Prem Kishore Vyas Sub Inspector Umrao Prasad Jatav Sub Inspector Mahendra Singh Negi Assistant Sub Inspector Santosh Mehra Assistant Sub Inspector Ravindra Mishra Constable and Raju Gurane InspectorARMRAccording to the press release a total of 982 personnel from police fire home guard civil defence and correctional services across India were honoured with gallantry and service medals this year These awards are conferred annually on Republic Day and Independence Day to recognise acts of gallantry distinguished service and meritorious contributions in maintaining law and order and safeguarding citizens The recognition of Madhya Pradeshâs officers and personnel is not only a matter of pride for the state but also a testament to the professionalism and integrity of its police force IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/with-four-presidents-medals-17-msms-mp-polices-bagful-of-national-gallantry-honours-659637.html Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:02:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/venugopal-writes-to-hm-shah-cm-majhi-seeking-action-over-mob-attack-on-pastor-in-odisha-659469.html Bhubaneswar Jan 23 Veteran Congress leader and partys General Secretary Organisation KC Venugopal on Friday condemned the alleged attack on a pastor and members of the Christian community in the Parjang area of Odishas Dhenkanal district on January 4 and demanded the immediate arrest of all those involved In a letter written to the Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi Venugopal alleged that a mob of around 40 persons reportedly comprising Bajrang Dal activists surrounded the house where the pastor was conducting regular Sunday prayers along with his wife children and seven Christian familiesThe veteran Congress leader also claimed that the pastor was detained and severely beaten his face was smeared with sindoor a garland of sandals chappals was placed around his neck and he was paraded publicly The pastor was then tied up in front of a local temple forced to eat cow dung made to chant Jai Shri Ram and compelled to drink water from a sewer Venugopal saidThis was not merely an assault it was a humiliating public lynching and an act of forced religious coercion aimed at stripping a citizen of his dignity and faith Seven Christian families have since been forced to flee their homes out of fear Such acts have no place in a civilised society Shockingly no strict action has been taken against the accused despite the size of the mob and the gravity of the crimes the veteran Congress leader addedHe said that vigilantism and mob justice cannot be tolerated especially when directed against religious minorities on unverified allegations of forced conversionHe alleged that similar attacks against minorities have also been reported in various parts of Odisha in recent times Targeting the Odisha government Venugopal noted that the state government has a responsibility to uphold the rule of law and ensure the safety of every citizen irrespective of faith adding that its repeated silence on such incidents only emboldens the perpetrators to act with impunityTherefore I strongly condemn this inaction and urge you to ensure the immediate arrest and prosecution of all those involved in the mob attack under stringent charges to conduct an independent timebound probe into this incident and the broader pattern of such attacks and to provide immediate protection and rehabilitation to Pastor Bipin Bihari Naik his family and the seven displaced Christian families he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/venugopal-writes-to-hm-shah-cm-majhi-seeking-action-over-mob-attack-on-pastor-in-odisha-659469.html Sat, 24 Jan 2026 00:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-guv-urges-new-dgp-to-take-action-against-illegal-migration-659523.html Itanagar Jan 23 Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lieutenant General KT Parnaik Retd has advised newly appointed Director General of Police DGP Shiv Darshan Singh Jamwal to initiate firm decisive and timebound measures to address the issue of illegal migration underscoring its serious implications for social harmony and internal security in the state Having assumed charge as the new state police chief on Thursday the DGP briefed the Governor on his immediate priorities and strategic roadmap aimed at strengthening peace public safety and overall law and order across the state The Governor on Friday also stressed the need for focused and sustained efforts to curb the growing menace of drugs particularly to safeguard the youth from substance abuse A Lok Bhavan official said that special attention was drawn to the Tirap Changlang and Longding districts where the Governor Parnaik underlined the importance of instilling a strong sense of security and confidence among the people through visible policing effective intelligence gathering and close coordination with local communities Emphasising the role of the police as the first point of contact for citizens Governor Parnaik emphasised strict discipline proactive leadership and the highest standards of professionalism in the police force He called for peoplefriendly policing that is responsive compassionate and fair while also underscoring the need to prioritise the welfare morale and working conditions of police personnel The Governor further advised the DGP to ensure the optimum and judicious utilisation of manpower and resources to maintain law and order effectively and efficiently He strongly recommended the extensive use of modern technology by the state police including digital surveillance datadriven policing and smart crime analysis tools to enhance efficiency and move towards a crimefree Arunachal Pradesh He said that technology when combined with ethical policing and community trust can significantly strengthen preventive and responsive law enforcement The DGP assured the Governor that he would work with dedication to translate this vision into action striving to build a crimefree state and a peoplefriendly professional police force committed to serving and protecting every citizen with integrity and empathy Meanwhile DGP Jamwal on Friday paid a courtesy call on Chief Minister Pema Khandu The Chief Minister in a post on his X account said Extended best wishes to SD Singh Jamwal IPS on his assumption of charge as the Arunachal Pradesh Director General of Police during his courtesy call today We discussed the shared responsibility of ensuring peace public safety and a responsive policing system that inspires confidence among citizensI am confident that his experience and professionalism will further strengthen the law amp order framework of the state Looking forward to working together in the service of the people of Arunachal Pradesh CM Khandu added The DGP also met the state Home Minister Mama Natung on Friday Natung in a post on X said Warm welcome and best wishes to SD Singh Jamwal IPS on assuming charge as the Director General of Police Arunachal Pradesh We look forward to strengthening professional policing efficient service delivery and public trust togetherThe Ministry of Home Affairs MHA earlier this month appointed senior IPS officer 1995batch SD Singh Jamwal as the new DGP of Arunachal Pradesh replacing Anand Mohan a 1994batch IPS officer Both Jamwal and Mohan belong to Arunachal PradeshâGoaâMizoramâUnion Territories AGMUT cadre IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/arunachal-guv-urges-new-dgp-to-take-action-against-illegal-migration-659523.html Sat, 24 Jan 2026 01:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/guns-fall-silent-homes-rise-maoist-victims-get-fresh-start-in-chhattisgarh-659334.html MohlaManpur Chhattisgarh Jan 22 For years families living under the shadow of Maoist violence in Chhattisgarhâs MohlaManpur lived lives marked by fear displacement and loss However today the situation has undergone a sea change the reality is fast changing for the better The impact of security operations and special rehabilitation schemes launched continuously by the government for Maoist violenceaffected families is now visible on the groundThere was a time when fear of Maoist violence forced several families from highly sensitive villages in the district to abandon their homes Many of them fled after Maoists killed the heads of their families branding them as police informers The trauma pushed these families into years of forced migration and insecurityHowever the situation is now improving There are a total of 84 Maoistaffected families in the district Out of these 26 beneficiaries have received houses under government rehabilitation schemes including the Pradhan Mantri Awas YojanaSpeaking to IANS Ram Bai Mandavi a victim of Maoist violence recalled her painful past âThe incident happened in 2009 After that our entire family left the village The Maoist killed my husband Now the Maoists are gone so we have returned to our village We have received a house and now we will live hereâ she saidAnother victim Aghan Singh shared a similar experienceâIn 2009 my father was beaten to death with sticks after the Maoists suspected him of being an informer At that time we did not receive the benefit of any government scheme Now in 2026 we have finally been given a houseâ he saidRamita Bai another Maoistaffected woman described the terror she endured âThe Naxals tied me up and took me with them They kept me for a day and a night beat me and later released me When the police found out our entire family was shifted to Manpur Due to fear I lived in Manpur for 18 years Now the situation has improved we have received a house and we will stay hereâ she saidAccording to Pranjal Prajapati CEO of Mohla 26 houses have been sanctioned for Maoistaffected families under the Pradhan Mantri Awas YojanaâOur entire staff is working on the ground to ensure that these houses are completed at the earliestâ he told IANSYashpal Singh Superintendent of Police said that sustained action by the police and security forces has significantly reduced the Maoist problem in the regionâDue to continuous operations the Maoist issue is gradually coming to an end Villagers who had migrated due to fear are now returning to their native villages Under the governmentâs rehabilitation policy Maoistaffected families are being provided free housing rations and medical facilitiesâ he saidFor families that have endured the pain of Maoist violence fear is now giving way to hope and trust Where once gunfire echoed through the forests permanent homes are rising laying the foundation for a safer and more secure future IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/guns-fall-silent-homes-rise-maoist-victims-get-fresh-start-in-chhattisgarh-659334.html Fri, 23 Jan 2026 01:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/construction-of-chinese-embassy-in-london-report-cites-deep-concern-strategic-vulnerability-659358.html Canberra Jan 22 The United Kingdoms decision to permit the construction of a Chinese Embassy in London is not merely a planning approval but a warning about how economic fragility can translate into strategic vulnerability â a lesson Australia must take seriously The proposed Embassy critics said could serve as a hub for interference in Britain and as a platform to suppress Chinas critics in the European country a report highlighted on Thursday In approving construction of an enormous Chinese Embassy in London Britain is trading longterm security resilience for shortterm economic advantage For Australia the 20 January decision should raise concerns about strategic signalling alliance coherence and the risks of greater economic dependence on Chinaâat a time when all AUKUS partners are attempting to strengthen the pact against that country the United Statesâ peer competitor a report in Australiabased âThe Strategistâ detailedThe 55000 square metre Embassy will be the largest diplomatic mission in Europe bigger than even the US embassy in London It will be beside the Tower of London and within metres of sensitive communications cables linking financial data from the city to Canary Wharf it addedAccording to the report during construction security concerns have been raised about potential surveillance with Chinese officials positioned just one metre from cables running beneath the pavement Citing the inspectors report it said under diplomatic convention China could legally deny British authorities inspect the premises during construction or after completionâConcerns over espionage activity are not unfounded especially as Westminster last year was engulfed by a Chinese spying scandal It exposed the vulnerability of democratic institutions themselves Subsequently the charges against the two men accused of spying were dropped because the British government refused to label China a âthreatâ This too reinforced perceptions of excessive caution towards Beijingâ the report mentionedRegarding the Embassy it said the US has reportedly voiced deep concern about the plans with the chair of the US House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party having openly opposed the development citing risks to US data passing through nearby cablesâWhen allies raise red flags at this level those concerns warrant close attentionâ the report notedFor Australia it said the message is that diversifying the economy particularly to reduce dependence on China should always be a strategic imperative as overreliance grants Beijing strategic leverageâGovernments perceived as transactional on national security can lose allied confidence Britain is not only a Five Eyes intelligence partner but a member of AUKUS a security partnership designed to balance China through deterrence When an AUKUS partner appears to accommodate Beijing for a favourable economic outcome questions about its strategic coherence inevitably followâ the report stressed IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/construction-of-chinese-embassy-in-london-report-cites-deep-concern-strategic-vulnerability-659358.html Fri, 23 Jan 2026 01:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/odisha-dgp-leads-flag-hoisting-ceremony-on-uninhabited-island-near-dhamra-port-659364.html Bhubaneswar Jan 22 Odisha Director General of Police DGP YB Khurania on Thursday unfurled the National Tricolour at the Udabali Island in Bhadrak district reiterating the state and Central governments commitment to strengthening coastal and maritime security Addressing the gathering DGP Khurania said Odisha has a coastline of nearly 574 km which plays a vital role in economic activities including major ports such as Paradip and GopalpurHe noted that the state also has 16 islands located along the coast making coastal security a top priority for both the Union and state governmentsOn the occasion DGP Khurania said that a longterm initiative has been taken by the Odisha Police to strengthen and modernise the coastal security system along the stateHe noted that the state government has made an allocation of Rs 149 crore in the annual budget for this initiative during the current financial yearThe DGP told that in the past year Odisha Police has been provided with enhanced resources to boost maritime surveillanceAdvanced drones have been procured for aerial monitoring and additional fishing trawlers have been hired to strengthen sea patrollingHe said the number of patrol vessels has increased leading to faster and more effective coastal surveillanceHe also added that CCTV systems are being installed at all major coastal fishing centres with live feeds available at nearby marine police stations and the Central Command and Control Centre in BhubaneswarThe live feed from dronemounted cameras will also be monitored at the central control room to ensure realtime aerial surveillance the DGP saidSpecial Police Officers have been deployed to intensify coastal patrolling and monitoring he said adding that a comprehensive multilayered security mechanism is being put in place across all coastal and Island areasThe DGP said the tradition of unfurling the Tricolour on all islands of Odisha on the occasion of Republic Day has been initiated to promote awareness about coastal security among the general publicHe expressed happiness over the large participation of local residents NCC cadets and cultural groups at the eventThanking various government departments agencies the NCC Directorate and local cultural organisations for their support the DGP said public participation will play a key role in making Odishas coastal security even stronger in the coming days IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/odisha-dgp-leads-flag-hoisting-ceremony-on-uninhabited-island-near-dhamra-port-659364.html Fri, 23 Jan 2026 02:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-witnesses-deterioration-of-internal-stability-under-asim-munir-report-659375.html Islamabad Jan 22 People across Pakistan are raising concerns over Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munirâs failure to safeguard citizens from escalating militancy particularly in the provinces of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan The rise in militant attacks and fatalities has been attributed to the operational and tactical shortcomings of Munirled security forces with 2025 recording more than 5300 militant attacks in Pakistan a report said on Thursday âAsim Munir was elevated to the rank of Field Marshal in 2025 for his âexemplary leadershipâ in enhancing Pakistanâs security but the same year saw a 74 per cent increase in combatrelated deaths reflecting the unprecedented deterioration of internal stability There appears to be a failure to rein in militant groups and a struggle to fulfil his core duty of ensuring domestic order despite Munir exercising unparalleled authority and making repeated public assertions of controlâ a report in European Times detailedThe report cited Tamim Asey former Afghan Deputy Minister of Defence accusing Munir of risking the lives of Pakistani soldiers fighting the Taliban on the Afghan border while failing to contain militancy in BalochistanâCome back to dialogue and avoid further bloodshed Your forces are being killed in hordes Every day of these confrontations will sleepwalk you into another epic mistake of Bangladesh magnitudeâ Asey warnedIn reference to a video of Pakistani soldiers being held hostage the European Times quoted Asey as saying âSomebody should advise Asim Munir he is walking into a major catastrophic mistakeâThe report highlighted that several Pakistanis held Munir responsible for inciting violence âThe entire nation knows that terrorism in the tribal areas is being carried out under the leadership of the mentally ill Asim Munirâ the report quoted Peshawar resident Amin Wazir as sayingPearl Pandya senior analyst at ACLED a USbased conflict monitoring firm said that the militarycentric response to dissent in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has alienated the local populations while warning that Munirâs plan to mine copper in Balochistan could intensify militancyâFor militancy to abate in Pakistan a combination of three factors is essential sustained military pressure on militants political engagement with Baloch and Pashtun groups and cooperation from Afghanistan While the first is in Pakistanâs hands both the army and the government remain hesitant toward the second and have limited ability to influence the third and most crucial piece of the puzzleâ the European Times quoted Pandya as sayingâThis points toward at best a continuation of the status quo with sporadic bursts in regional violence in 2026 and at worst a further deterioration in the security situation as militancy enters the mainlandâ she added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-witnesses-deterioration-of-internal-stability-under-asim-munir-report-659375.html Fri, 23 Jan 2026 02:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/peaceful-friday-namaz-offered-at-bhojshala-complex-amid-tight-security-659448.html Dhar Jan 23 IANS In line with the Supreme Courts interim directive members of the Muslim community offered Friday Jumma namaz at the disputed BhojshalaKamal Maula Mosque complex in Dhar district Madhya Pradesh without any untoward incidentnbspThe prayers which lasted approximately 20 minutes took place between 1 pm and 3 pm as stipulated by the apex court on Thursday Under stringent security arrangements the administration facilitated the safe movement of Muslim representatives to the siteThey were transported in an armoured vehicle to the complex premises where designated separate areas had been earmarked for the namaz in line with the courts order for distinct spaces and entryexit points for both communitiesnbspFollowing the completion of prayers all participants were securely escorted back from the premises police sources saidnbspThe Supreme Courts bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice Vipul M Pancholi had permitted Hindu Saraswati Puja and rituals on Basant Panchami while restricting Muslim namaz to the specified twohour windowThe ruling emphasised mutual respect tolerance and full cooperation with local authorities to maintain peace at the 11thcentury ASIprotected monument long revered by Hindus as a Saraswati temple and by Muslims as Kamal Maula MosquenbspThe day saw heavy deployment of over 8000 police and paramilitary personnel across Dhar including senior officers female constables Rapid Action Force platoons and aerial surveillance via more than 20 AI dronesComprehensive 3D mapping of the area ensured roundtheclock monitoring This balanced arrangement followed intense legal proceedings with the court recording the Madhya Pradesh governments assurance of peaceful conductnbspHindu devotees had begun elaborate Saraswati Puja early in the morning amid saffron decorations and floral offerings while the Muslim side complied with the timesharing formula The incidentfree observance of both religious activities has been hailed as a positive step toward coexistence at the sensitive site Authorities continue to maintain vigilance with the larger title dispute pending before the Madhya Pradesh High Court https://dailyworld.in/security/peaceful-friday-namaz-offered-at-bhojshala-complex-amid-tight-security-659448.html Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/r-day-curbs-disrupt-flights-after-notam-in-delhi-659095.html New Delhi Jan 20 Two flights to and from Srinagar airport were cancelled on Tuesday following the issuance of a Notice to Airmen NOTAM at Delhi airport in connection with Republic Day preparations officials said The affected flights were cancelled by the respective airlines owing to airspace and operational restrictions imposed at Delhi airportAirport authorities said these curbs are part of heightened security and logistical arrangements being put in place ahead of the January 26 celebrationsIn view of the disruption airport authorities issued a passenger advisory urging travellers to check the latest status of their flights with the concerned airlines before arriving at the airportPassengers were also advised to remain in contact with airlines regarding rescheduling options or refund proceduresDue to a NOTAM in force at Delhi Airport in view of Republic Day arrangements two flights tofrom Srinagar Airport have been cancelled by the respective airlines today Passengers are requested to check the latest flight status with their airline before proceeding to the airport We regret the inconvenience caused the advisory saidOfficials indicated that flight operations are expected to return to normal once the Republic Dayrelated restrictions are lifted and airspace operations resume fullyMeanwhile ahead of the Republic Day celebrations security agencies along with the Delhi Police have significantly intensified security measures placing the national capital under a highsecurity alert to prevent any potential threatAs part of the enhanced security arrangements posters of mostwanted terrorists have been displayed at railway stations bus terminals and crowded marketplaces across DelhiThe Delhi Police Special Cell has released a list of fugitives linked to various militant organisations including Khalistanlinked groups AlQaeda in the Indian Subcontinent and ISISProminently featured on these posters is Arshdeep Singh alias Arsh Dala the Canadabased chief of the Khalistan Tiger Force who intelligence agencies have identified as a key conspirator behind recent targeted killingsOther names displayed include Ranjeet Singh Neeta of the Khalistan Zindabad Force and Mohammed Abu Sufyan associated with AlQaedaGiven the heavy daily footfall security has been stepped up at all major railway stations including New Delhi Nizamuddin and Anand ViharMajor bus terminals such as ISBT Kashmiri Gate and the Anand Vihar bus stand have also been placed under tight security coverAuthorities said regular announcements are being made through public address systems at these locations to encourage public vigilanceTo further sensitise citizens continuous safety messages are being broadcast while wanted posters have been put up in busy marketplaces such as Sarojini Nagar Karol Bagh Lajpat Nagar Sadar Bazaar and Paharganj urging people to report any suspicious activity or security breachIn addition over 5800 extra personnel from the Central Armed Police Forces including the BSF CRPF and CISF have been deployed across the capital to strengthen securityThe Kartavya Path area the main venue for Republic Day celebrations is under roundtheclock surveillance through an extensive CCTV network integrated with Facial Recognition System technologySpecialised antidrone units and sniper teams have also been positioned on highrise buildings to counter any possible aerial threats officials said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/r-day-curbs-disrupt-flights-after-notam-in-delhi-659095.html Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/telangana-cm-stresses-on-traffic-problem-in-greater-hyderabad-appoints-young-ips-officers-658980.html Hyderabad Jan 18 Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has posted young IPS officers to strengthen law and order and address key public concerns particularly traffic congestion in the Greater Hyderabad As part of the governments priority to improve civic governance the transfers on Saturday are aimed at finding longterm and sustainable solutions to the traffic problems faced by city residents Telangana Director General of Police DGP B Shivadhar Reddy said on SundayYoung and dynamic IPS officers with proven field experience have been entrusted with key traffic responsibilities to ensure effective implementation at the ground levelAfter assuming office the Chief Minister had issued clear directions to strictly curb cybercrimes and drug trafficking in the stateWhile these initiatives are being pursued vigorously focused attention has now been directed towards strengthening traffic regulation and enforcement DGP Reddy addedThe transfers are intended to reinforce the traffic management system in the Hyderabad Cyberabad and Rachakonda Police Commissionerates within the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation limits as well as in the newly established Future City Police CommissionerateOfficers who have demonstrated effective performance as Additional Superintendents of Police SPs in districts have been posted as Deputy Commissioners of Police Traffic in urban commissioneratesAccordingly Avinash Kumar formerly Additional SP of Kothagudem Operations has been posted as DCP TrafficI of Hyderabad Khairatabad and Secunderabad ZonesKajal formerly Utnoor Additional SP has been posted as DCP TrafficII of Hyderabad Golconda and Jubilee Hills ZonesS Seshadrini Reddy formerly Jagtial Additional SP has been posted as DCP TrafficII Cyberabad Kukatpally and Quthbullapur ZonesKankanala Rahul Reddy formerly Bhongir Additional SP has been assigned as DCP TrafficI Malkajgiri CommissionerateShivam Upadhyay Additional SP Mulugu Operations has been appointed as DCP Traffic Future City CommissionerateG Chandana Deepti DIG Railways has been posted as Additional Commissioner of Police Administration amp Traffic Future City CommissionerateBK Rahul Hegde formerly Hyderabad DCP has been transferred as DCP TrafficIII Future City Commissionerate Charminar Rajendranagar and Shamshabad Zones while G Ranjan Ratan Kumar formerly DCP Traffic Cyberabad has been posted as DCP TrafficI Future City Commissionerate Serilingampally ZoneAbhishek Mohanty has been appointed as Deputy Inspector General Vigilance and Enforcement with the mandate to curb illegal activities such as sand smuggling across the state protect natural resources and safeguard government revenue IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/telangana-cm-stresses-on-traffic-problem-in-greater-hyderabad-appoints-young-ips-officers-658980.html Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-should-respect-refugee-rights-and-stop-arresting-afghan-refugees-taliban-658981.html Kabul Jan 18 Taliban has said that the problems faced by Afghan refugees in Pakistan are rising and stressed that Pakistani government should respect refugee rights and stop arresting and harassing Afghan migrants local media reported on Sunday Unfortunately problems faced by Afghan refugees in Pakistan are increasing with arrests harassment and mistreatment by Pakistani officials on the rise leaving refugees in serious difficulty Pajhwok Afghan News quoted Taliban deputy spokesperson Hamdullah Fitrat as saying in an audio messageFitrat urged United Nations and other relevant organisations to uphold refugee protection principles and intervene in nations where refugee rights are breachedHe also said that Afghan refugees return to Afghanistan needs economic cooperation and supportHe emphasised that Pakistani government should be forced to respect refugee rights follow international refugee principles and stop arresting and harassing Afghan refugees Pajhwok Afghan News reportedOn Saturday the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR and the International Organisation for Migration IOM said that arrests and detentions of Afghan nationals in Pakistan increased by 18 per cent in the first 10 days of January 2026 in comparison to the previous weekAccording to the report majority of the arrests were reported in Pishin Chaghi and IslamabadEarlier on Thursday a leading Afghan media watchdog has expressed deep concern over the repeated arrest of Afghan journalists in Pakistan and demanded immediate release of three detained reportersIn a statement on Thursday Afghanistan Media Support Organisation AMSO said that two journalists were arrested in Islamabad while another was arrested in Peshawar Afghanistans leading news agency Khaama Press reported The names of journalists who have been arrested in Pakistan are Abdulrahman Mangal Asma Mohammadi and Samim NaimiThe organisation said that the arrest of Afghan journalists in Pakistan many of whom face deportation puts their lives at risk especially if they are forced to return to AfghanistanThe group termed the arrests a clear violation of freedom of expression journalistic principles and human rights and urged Pakistani police to stop the harassment arrest and forced deportation of Afghan journalistsThe AMSO also urged United Nations and other international organisations to intervene in the matterPakistan has repatriated thousands of Afghan migrants over the past year as part of a nationwide crackdown with journalists and human rights activists being among those impacted Many Afghan journalists fled to Pakistan as they faced threats and restrictions on independent media activity after Taliban seized power in 2021 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/pakistan-should-respect-refugee-rights-and-stop-arresting-afghan-refugees-taliban-658981.html Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/six-maoists-including-four-women-cadres-killed-in-chhattisgarh-encounter-659000.html RaipurBijapur Jan 18 In a major success for security forces six Maoists including four women cadres have been neutralised in a fierce encounter in Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh an official said The operation carried out by a joint team of the District Reserve Guard DRG COBRA and Special Task Force STF marks a significant blow to Maoist activities in the regionAmong the slain Maoists notorious commander DVCM Dilip Bedja ACM Madvi Kosa woman ACM Lakhi Madkam and party member Radha have been identified The identification of the remaining two is still underwayOfficials confirmed that Dilip Bedja had long been active in the Indravati Reserve and National Park areas orchestrating violent campaigns against the stateDeputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma stated that Bedja was given an opportunity to surrender but refused âHe was neutralised after rejecting repeated calls to lay down arms With his elimination the National Park area can now be considered almost free of Maoist presenceâ Sharma saidThe encounter also led to the recovery of a large cache of weapons including two AK47 rifles one INSAS rifle two 303 rifles and six grenades Authorities believe the Maoists were preparing for a major offensive underscoring the importance of the intelligenceled operationAccording to Bijapur Superintendent of Police Dr Jitendra Yadav intermittent firing between the forces and Maoists continued throughout the day âThe dense forest terrain and difficult geographical conditions posed serious challenges but our jawans displayed exemplary courage and strategyâ Yadav notedInspector General of Police Bastar Range Sundarraj Pattilingam praised the discipline and efficiency of the forces âDespite the odds the DRG COBRA and STF personnel conducted a decisive operation with unparalleled bravery This marks another step toward dismantling Maoist networks in Bastarâ he saidThe successful operation is expected to significantly weaken Maoist influence in Bijapur a district long considered a stronghold Security forces remain vigilant continuing search operations to ensure the area is fully secured and to prevent any regrouping of Maoist cadres IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/six-maoists-including-four-women-cadres-killed-in-chhattisgarh-encounter-659000.html Mon, 19 Jan 2026 02:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/three-army-soldiers-injured-in-kishtwar-encounter-in-jammu-and-kashmir-659003.html Jammu Jan 18 Three army soldiers were injured on Sunday in an ongoing encounter between joint forces and terrorists in Sonar area of Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar district Officials said that the encounter broke out after joint forces launched a CASO Cordon and Search Operation in the Sonar area of Chatroo in Kishtwar district following specific inputs about the presence of militantsâAs the forces closed in they came under fire triggering an exchange of gunfire During the encounter three army soldiers sustained injuries The injured soldiers were airlifted to a medical facility for advanced treatment an official saidâJoint forces have tightened the cordon in the area while intermittent firing between the joint forces and the terrorists was continuing till last reports Additional reinforcements have been rushed to the area to strengthen the operation the official addedArmyâs Nagrota bases White Knight corps said earlier on X âOperation Trashi I Contact was established with terrorists in the general area Son Nar northeast of Chhatru during a deliberate search operation conducted as part of ongoing joint counterterror operations alongwith JmuKmrPoliceâTroops displayed exceptional professionalism and resolve while responding to hostile fire under challenging terrain and conditions Operations remain underway with additional forces inducted to reinforce the cordon supported by close coordination with civil administration and security agenciesHilly districts of Jammu division including Kathua Poonch Rajouri Kishtwar Doda Udhampur and Reasi have been on the scanner of the security forces after intelligence reports that Pakistani terrorists were moving in the highly forested mountain terrain of these districtsA number of times joint forces have engaged the terrorists in Kathua Udhampur and other districts in sustained encounters but somehow the terrorists managed to escape from the cordoned off area taking cover of the densely forested terrain and darkness during the nightIn the high level security review meeting on JampK on January 8 chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi the presence of terrorists in the hilly districts of Jammu division was discussed threadbareHM Amit Shah gave clear orders that coordinated sustained and intelligence backed operations must be carried out to eliminate terrorists from the mountainous areas and also ensure zero infiltration of terrorists from across the line of control LoC and the international border IB in JampKThe LoC is 740Km long and the IB is 240Km long in JampK The army guards the LoC while the border security force BSF guards the IBLoC is situated in Baramulla Kupwara and Bandipora districts of the Valley and partly in Jammu district The IB is situated in Samba Kathua and Jammu districts of Jammu division IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/three-army-soldiers-injured-in-kishtwar-encounter-in-jammu-and-kashmir-659003.html Mon, 19 Jan 2026 02:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/chhattisgarh-two-maoists-neutralised-in-bijapur-encounter-658805.html RaipurBijapur Jan 17 Two Maoists including a key commander were neutralised in an intense encounter with Maoists in the dense forests of the National Park area in Bijapur district According to police sources the slain militants include Dilip Bedja identified as the chief of the Naxalites National Park Area Committee and another cadreTheir bodies have been recovered from the siteInitial reports also suggested the presence of senior Maoist leader Paparao also referred to as Papa Rao in the area with some sources indicating he too may have been neutralised though official confirmation on this remains awaitedOfficials said the gunfight erupted this morning in the northwestern forested and hilly terrain of Bijapur district following specific intelligence inputs about the presence of armed Maoist cadresA joint team of District Reserve Guard DRG jawans launched a proactive search and cordon operation leading to the clashIntermittent firing has continued since early hours with the encounter still underway at multiple locations in the region Bijapur Police officials said that the operation is active with the entire area surrounded by security personnelDRG jawans acted on credible information and the operation continues The number of Naxalites killed may rise as combing and body recovery efforts intensify they saidTwo AK47 rifles have already been recovered from the encounter site along with other possible arms and ammunition This development marks an early 2026 success in Chhattisgarhs intensified antiNaxal drive aligned with the central governments target to eliminate Naxalism by March 31 2026The Bastar region including Bijapur has witnessed sustained pressure on Maoist networks through repeated operations surrenders and eliminationsNotably 52 cadres of the banned Communist Party of India Maoist surrendered to security forces in Chhattigarhs Bastar region this weekThe surrendered individuals included 21 women and 31 men collectively carrying bounties worth Rs 141 crore IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/chhattisgarh-two-maoists-neutralised-in-bijapur-encounter-658805.html Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/republic-day-multi-tier-security-blanket-at-chennai-airport-till-jan-30-658906.html Chennai Jan 18 In view of the Republic Day celebrations a stringent multitier security blanket has been in place at Chennai International Airport The enhanced security measures which came into effect from midnight will remain in effect until midnight on January 30 airport authorities saidChennai Airport has stepped up its arrangements implementing a fivetier security protocol which will be escalated to a maximum seventier system during the peak period from January 24 to January 26The comprehensive security exercise involves multiple agencies working in coordinationAll vehicles approaching the airport are being stopped at the main entrance for inspection Suspected vehicles are subjected to thorough checks with the assistance of sniffer dogs while bomb disposal squads are carrying out scans using metal detectors and other specialised equipmentArmed police personnel are maintaining a roundtheclock vigil across the airport premisesSpecial focus has been placed on the multilevel car parking facility where vehicles parked for extended durations were being carefully examined by security expertsIn addition commando units of the Central Industrial Security Force CISF accompanied by sniffer dogs are conducting intensive checks in all sensitive areas including terminal buildings and the aircraft apronPassenger screening procedures have also been significantly strengthened Apart from routine security checks secondary screening is being carried out at boarding gatesHand baggage is being subjected to detailed scrutiny and restrictions have been imposed on carrying liquids pickles jams and oil bottles in cabin baggageCargo and baggage handling zones are under heightened surveillance with consignments undergoing multiple layers of checks before being loaded onto aircraftSecurity at fuel stations has also been reinforced with additional CCTV cameras installed and monitored round the clock from the airports security control roomIn view of the enhanced checks passengers have been advised to report well in advance Domestic travellers are requested to arrive at least one and a half hours before departure while international passengers should reach the airport three and a half hours before their scheduled flightsAirport officials have assured passengers that despite the tight security arrangements all flight operations are proceeding as scheduled Travellers have been urged to cooperate with security personnel and follow the revised reporting guidelines to ensure a smooth and safe journey IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/republic-day-multi-tier-security-blanket-at-chennai-airport-till-jan-30-658906.html Sun, 18 Jan 2026 13:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/fairpoint-azadi-or-erasure-the-truth-behind-the-kashmiri-panditsexodus-658929.html New Delhi Jan 18 Thirtyfive years is a long time in the life of a nation It is long enough for governments to change for narratives to be rewritten and for uncomfortable truths to be buried under layers of convenient silence But for a community driven out of its homeland solely because it was Hindu time has not softened the pain it has only deepened the wound Threeandahalf decades after the exodus of the Kashmiri Pandits the questions remain unanswered Not because the answers are unknown everyone in Kashmir knows them but because the hush around them is deliberate and the coverup systemicNearly seven lakh people were forced out of their native land in a short span and conditions were created so decisively that their return was rendered impossible This was not an accident of history it was the outcome of a slow calculated process that began soon after Jammu and Kashmirâs accession to India in 1947 and gathered brutal momentum in the late 1980sAt the heart of this design was a simple sinister objective to overwhelm Kashmir demographically and ideologically so that Muhammad Ali Jinnahs twonation theory would come to fruition without a formal war Pakistan lost every war it fought against India but in Kashmir it succeeded where armies failed A Muslimmajority valley was achieved not by ballots or persuasion but by terror by emptying the land of its Hindu inhabitantsThe Kashmiri Pandits who constituted barely two per cent of the valleys population were uniquely vulnerable A nonmartial community mostly into education administration and spiritual traditions they neither possessed the means to retaliate with violence Faced with targeted killings public threats and systematic intimidation they chose survival with dignity over futile resistance against a terrible monster In doing so they were forced to abandon a civilisation that traced its roots back over 5000 yearsThe exodus did not occur overnight It unfolded in waves of terror First came those whose relatives were assassinated Then those whose homes were marked for elimination Those whose names were on the hit lists prepared in mosques and circulated openly Finally those who fled to protect their daughters and wives from what had become inevitable This was not chaos it was orchestrationAnd so the question must be asked where was the muchcelebrated spirit of azadi in this If the movement was truly about freedom why was its rage directed at a defenceless two per cent minority Why were unarmed men women and children hunted down The answer is stark and inescapable The terrorism in Kashmir was not a liberation struggle it was a campaign for religious homogenisation Its success lay in making the valley nearly free of HindusThe reality of that success was visible in the refugee camps of Jammu and Delhi where families accustomed to large ancestral homes were herded into tattered tents under 45degree heat Water food and medicine were scarce Many died not by the gun but from shock disease heatstroke and snake bitesEvery year January 19 is observed by the Kashmiri Pandit community as Exodus Day or Holocaust Day a day to remember the terror unleashed upon them and to mourn the denial of justice that followed Hundreds were killed homes looted and burned women raped and murdered Yet accountability remains absent Barely a hundred cases were ever registered by the Jammu and Kashmir Police and not a single investigation has reached a meaningful conclusion No arrests no convictions no closureIn these 35 years many direct victims and eyewitnesses have passed away taking crucial evidence with them Successive governments both at the Centre and in the erstwhile state and now union territory have failed to institute even a commission of inquiry or a Special Investigation Team Courts have remained unmoved Human rights organisations vocal on conflicts thousands of miles away have found the suffering of Kashmiri Hindus insufficiently compelling There has been a Gaza in Indiaâs backyard all this time but it never made the right kind of headlinePart of the tragedy lies in political expediency The Kashmiri Pandit community is neither large enough nor influential enough to command electoral attention Their pain does not translate into street protests or international pressure And so their suffering is quietly sidelinedAdding to the misery of the Kashmiri Hindus is the political rehabilitation of those who were in positions of power when the persecution occurred Valleybased Muslim leaders are today courted across the political spectrum yet not one of them has acknowledged let alone championed the cause of the Kashmiri Hindus The silence of the valleyâs leadership and intelligentsia at best complicit at worst supportive of the separatist narrative has never been examined or questionedThe bitter truth today is this the original inhabitants of Kashmir live as refugees in their own country Their homes have been usurped their return systematically blocked and their dignity deferred indefinitelyJanuary 19 is not merely a day of mourning for the Kashmiri Pandits It is a day of national introspection It marks not only the exodus of a people but the collapse of Indiaâs moral courage and the selective application of its secular conscience Until justice is served and truth acknowledged the exodus will not remain history it will continue as an indictmentDeepika Bhan can be contacted at deepikabiansin IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/fairpoint-azadi-or-erasure-the-truth-behind-the-kashmiri-panditsexodus-658929.html Sun, 18 Jan 2026 16:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/omar-abdullah-speaks-with-eam-urges-him-to-ensure-safety-of-jampk-students-in-iran-658441.html Jammu Jan 15 Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday spoke with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar regarding the safety of students from the union territory currently studying in Iran The CM said on X âJust spoke to EAM about the evolving situation in Iran He shared his assessment of the ground situation amp the plans that the External Affairs Ministry is working on Iâm grateful for his assurance that all steps will be taken to safeguard the interests amp lives of students amp other people from JampK who are in Iran nowâOmar Abdullah said S Jaishankar assured that all steps will be taken to safeguard the interests and lives of students and other people from the union territory who are in IranThousands of students from across the country including Kashmir are stranded in Iran amid the present volatile situation This has triggered deep fear and anxiety among parents about their childrenâs safetyMeanwhile former chief minister and president of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party PDP Mehbooba Mufti has also urged S Jaishankar and the Ministry of External Affairs to intervene urgently and ensure their safe returnMufti said on X âThousands of students from across the country including Kashmir are stranded in Iran amid the present volatile situation This has triggered deep fear and anxiety with anguished parents desperately worried about their childrenâs safety Urge DrSJaishankar and MEAIndia to intervene urgently and ensure their safe returnâIn JampK the maximum number of students studying for various courses including MBBS belongs to the ValleyIn addition to this scores of Shia Muslims from Jammu and Kashmir go each year to pay homage at various Muslim shrines and historical sites in IranEven these days reports indicate that dozens of Kashmiri Shia Muslims are in Iran as their families in the Valley are praying and eagerly waiting for their safe return IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/omar-abdullah-speaks-with-eam-urges-him-to-ensure-safety-of-jampk-students-in-iran-658441.html Fri, 16 Jan 2026 01:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/uniform-not-just-identity-but-a-symbol-of-the-respect-mp-guv-tells-ssb-trainees-658465.html Bhopal Jan 15 Addressing the trainee Assistant Commandants of Sashastra Seema Bal SSB a Central Armed Police Force at the Lok Bhavan in Bhopal on Thursday Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel said that training plays an important role in personality development Training plays an important role in personality development It provides all trainees the opportunity to understand culture specialties and diversity of each others states It strengthens the spirit of unity in diversity Governor Patel addedDuring the address the Governor emphasised that trainees should use experiences of their states distinctiveness and instructions of training in the interest of the nation and contribute to building of Ek BharatâShreshtha BharatThe Governor boosted trainee officials morale saying that they are among those fortunate people who have got the opportunity to serve Mother India by becoming a part of Sashastra Seema Bal Academy Bhopal Your uniform is not just an identity but a symbol of the respect of society and the nation Governor Patel addedHe also said that officers who perform their duties with honesty impartiality and sensitivity earn trust and respect in society He advised them to serve the nation with loyalty dedication and courage and take the glorious tradition of Sashastra Seema Bal Academy Bhopal to new heightsPeople of the country feel safe under the shade of this uniform When you are deployed on borders away from your families to protect the nation only then every citizen of the country is able to sleep peacefully and calmly he addedGovernor Patel also pointed out that at present the country is facing many important challenges such as internal security border management Naxalism smuggling cybercrime and antisocial activitiesAs sentinels of the nation your decisions and actions are extremely important With your talent establish new standards of modern technology professional knowledge physical and mental alertness in border security management It must be ensured that antisocial and antinational elements are controlled firmly he saidThe Governor concluded his speech with congratulating all trainee officers and extending best wishes for their selection in the prestigious force of the country IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/uniform-not-just-identity-but-a-symbol-of-the-respect-mp-guv-tells-ssb-trainees-658465.html Fri, 16 Jan 2026 03:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/suspect-arrested-for-vandalism-at-puranapul-temple-in-hyderabad-658539.html Hyderabad Jan 16 Hyderabad Police have arrested the suspect involved in damaging a flexi banner and an idol in a temple premises at Puranapul which triggered tension in the area Police announced late on Thursday night that they achieved a breakthrough within 24 hours of the incident at Puranapul Darwaza Mysamma TempleDeputy Commissioner of Police Rajendra Nagar said that police are currently investigating the case and interrogating the suspect to collect further evidence This operation was conducted under the direct supervision of the Hyderabad Police CommissionerPolice are likely to announce details of the progress in the investigation later on FridayMeanwhile police conducted a flag march in the Purnapul area to instil confidence among peoplePersonnel of the City Armed Reserve along with Rapid Action Force conducted the flag march with riot gearHeavy police deployment continued in Purnapul and the surrounding areas which are considered communally sensitivePolice said the situation remained peaceful in the area No untoward incident was reported after Wednesday nights vandalism at two religious structures and the clash between a mob and policePolice stepped up patrolling in the area in view of Friday prayers Senior officials were monitoring the situationPolice have registered cases in connection with the vandalism at a temple premises and the subsequent attack by a mob on a religious structureAccording to police an unidentified individual entered the temple on Wednesday night and partially damaged a flexi banner and an idol in the temple verandaFollowing this incident a mob of approximately 300 people gathered and vandalised a nearby Chilla They also attacked the police personnel who were trying to bring the situation under control Four police personnel sustained severe injuries in this attackA separate case has been registered in connection with the attacks on police personnel and vandalising the religious structureInvestigating officers have identified the perpetrators based on CCTV footage and videos Stringent legal action will be taken against them the police saidThe DCP clarified that only the flexi and the idol in the Puranapool Darwaza Mysamma Temple veranda were partially damaged in this incident The idols in the Sanctum Sanctorum Garbha Gudi are safeThe offender did not enter the main temple There is absolutely no truth to the rumours being spread that the main idol was destroyed the DCP said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/suspect-arrested-for-vandalism-at-puranapul-temple-in-hyderabad-658539.html Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/lahore-meeting-clears-new-isi-plan-drugs-guns-and-khalistan-movement-revival-via-punjab-658617.html New Delhi Jan 16 Fresh Intelligence inputs suggest that Pakistanbased actors are trying to flood the Punjab market with drugs arms and ammunition At a recent meeting that was held in Lahore it was decided that the Babbar Khalsa International BKI would lead this operation The modus operandi is to flood Punjab with drugs arms and ammunition While this would help the ISI further its Khalistan movement in the state the rest of the contraband would be moved into Jammu and KashmirIntelligence Bureau officials say that the ISI has come under pressure from the Khalistan elements operating out of Canada and other countries since their Punjab plans are not taking offThe central agencies and the Punjab Police have managed to keep these elements out of Punjab successfullyThe official further adds that the youth are clearly not buying the idea of a separate Khalistan nation Various attempts at radicalising the youth have failed and this is largely to do with the elders in the state who have spoken about the illeffects of this movementThe BKI feels that if the ideology is not working then money should be used to recruit youth in PunjabThe meeting that was held at the Gulbarg locality in Lahore discussed in detail the need to make a fresh push in PunjabThe drug problem has been immense in the state It was decided to lure the youth into the Khalistan movement by using both drugs and money since the ideology is clearly not workingIntelligence agencies have learnt that the BKI has stocked up huge amounts of drugs arms and ammunition at the warehouses that it has been provided by the ISIThe BKI has these facilities set up in Lahore Islamabad and FaizabadOver the last couple of months huge consignments have entered these warehouses and attempts are being made to send the same to IndiaOf late it has been noticed that the Khalistanis are not gaining traction in PunjabHowever its international campaigns have been largely successful with terror groups such as the Sikhs for Justice SFJ carrying out referendums in addition to spreading hate against India by using the social mediaThe international players are now questioning the ISI as to why their India operations have not been scaled upThese elements need the support of Pakistan to scale up operations in India Another official added that the ISI has been actively training Khalistani elements so that they can scale up operationsTraining camps have been activated at Attock Not Lakhpat Chakwal and Gujranwala the Intelligence agencies have learnt During the recent meeting held at the Gulbarg locality it was once again reiterated by the ISI that all Khalistani terror groups should work as one entityThe same strategy is being adopted in the case of the LashkareTayiba and JaisheMohammadThe ISI has told these groups that working together would have a deeper impact and there would be no competition Further it would also ensure there would be no rivalry between the groupWhile the ISI did take time to convince these terror outfit it had no such problem when it came to the Khalistani terror groups official have learntWhile the revival of the Khalistan movement is the main agenda behind this fresh push the agencies also warn that this strategy also includes Jammu and KashmirThe ISI has been finding it hard to smuggle drugs arms and ammunition into the Union Territory owing to high security along the Line of Control Several infiltration bids too have been foiled in recent monthsNow Pakistan seeks to send in consignments in large numbers into Punjab and later smuggle it into Jammu and Kashmir by roadIn the aftermath of Operation Sindoor the ISI has been trying to nurture homegrown terrorists However it has been finding it hard to send funds to these peopleBy enhancing operations along the Punjab border it is attempting to kill two birds with one stone ie revive Khalistan and fund terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir officials have learnt IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/lahore-meeting-clears-new-isi-plan-drugs-guns-and-khalistan-movement-revival-via-punjab-658617.html Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/faltering-hizbul-mujahideen-isi-sidelines-terror-group-in-face-of-indias-effective-kashmir-operations-658626.html New Delhi Jan 16 Post Operation Sindoor there was a considerable amount of damage that was caused to ISIâs favourite proxies the LashkareTaiba and the JaisheMohammad Since then both groups have been trying to regroup but the progress has been slow Recently the ISI got the two outfits together and directed them to carry out rebuilding and orchestrating terror attacks jointlyHowever the Hizbul Mujahideen which also suffered losses during Operation Sindoor has been kept out of almost all processesDespite it being a homegrown terror outfit the ISI wants to keep it out of all operationsA counterterrorism expert says that this strategy is deliberate The ISI has started to realise that the locals in Jammu and Kashmir are not inclined towards violence any longer This has led to a major drop in the number of local terroristsWhile the issue of overground workers does exist in Jammu and Kashmir recruitments have slowed down largelyPost the abrogation of Article 370 by the Narendra Modi government the security forces have been operating with a free hand and this has led to the neutralisation of many terrorists The operations have not just targeted terrorists but their ideological and logistical networks With separatism almost coming to a close there is no one to instigate the youth into taking up arms or indulging in stone peltingThis separatist network was the backbone of the Hizbul Mujahideen and with the ecosystem dead the outfit would find it very hard to make a comeback in the ValleyFurther the manner in which the Indian security forces wiped out the entire leadership in Jammu and Kashmir in hardly anytime the new recruitments have gone down largely as none subscribe to this outfitThey have started to realise that the Syed Salahuddinled outfit is a weak oneIn recent times the ISI has urged the Hizbul Mujahideen to carry out a propaganda drive online However this has failed to gain much traction in the Valley It had even made calls to the youth of Kashmir to join the outfit and revive it but the response was very cold an Intelligence Bureau official saidWhile the Jaish and the Lashkar have been the biggest threats in the Valley agencies say that the Hizbul Mujahideen was a more dangerous force It was capable of recruiting with ease and its ideology rang a bell with the youthAnother official said that the entire command structure of the outfit was wiped out in very little time This has played on the psychology of the youth who have now realised that the life span of a terrorist is very low and hence joining the Hizbul Mujahideen makes no senseOfficials contend that the youth have realised that there is no future in this businessThe ISI realises that all attempts that the Hizbul Mujahideen is making in Jammu and Kashmir have been futile Hence it feels that having the Hizbul Mujahideen alongside the Jaish and the Lashkar would be more detrimental rather than beneficial counterterrorism experts sayAnother major reason why the Hizbul Mujahideen has failed is because it is unable to drum up a narrative of discrimination and mindless killings by the Indian state If one takes note of the recent operations that the security forces have carried out then they have been clean ones This meant minimising the collateral damage while also enhancing surveillanceToday the reliance is more on human intelligence and this has become strong thanks to the support of the local communities The locals are today more loyal to the security forces as they have realised that the cleanup of JampK has in fact been more beneficial for themIssues such as discrimination and the need for autonomy are not issues that the Hizbul Mujahideen can raise any longer This has made the group completely ineffective as a result of which the ISI is not granting the outfit any major roleAn Intelligence Bureau official said that the ISI is likely to tell the Hizbul Mujahideen operatives to work with the Lashkar and the Jaish but will not allow it to function independently Traction is something that the Hizbul Mujahideen is incapable of and hence it would remain in the background for a long time the official also added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/faltering-hizbul-mujahideen-isi-sidelines-terror-group-in-face-of-indias-effective-kashmir-operations-658626.html Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/union-home-secy-to-chair-joint-review-meet-in-jampk-today-658339.html Jammu Jan 15 After chairing separate meetings with senior officers of JampK Police CRPF and the BSF Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan will chair the joint meeting of all the security and intelligence agencies here on Thursday Officials said after taking separate perspectives from all concerned agencies about the security situation on the ground the Union Home Secretary will review security jointly with JampK Police CAPFs and Central and UT intelligence agenciesThe Union Home Secretary also had a separate meeting with the Army top brass on WednesdayâThe focus of todayâs review meeting is going to be the continuing antiterrorist operations counterintelligence and identification of the terror over ground workers OGWs who act as eyes and ears for the terrorists The Union Home Secretary wanted views of all security agencies engaged in antiterror operations and antiinfiltration measures in JampK and that is why the meetings with CRPF BSF and JKP top brass were held separately and a detailed review of ongoing operations especially in mountainous areas was takenâ officials saidThe Army is engaged in counterinfiltration measures along the Line of Control LoC in Poonch Rajouri and partly in Jammu district of Jammu division and Baramulla Bandipora and Kupwara districts of the ValleyThe BSF is deployed on the International Border IB with Pakistan in Jammu Samba and Kathua districtsThe Army CRPF and JampK Police carry out operations against the terrorists in the hinterland including the hilly areas of Doda Kishtwar Kathua Udhampur and other districtsOfficials added that a joint strategy is likely to be formulated during the meeting to step up operations to eliminate the terrorists hiding in the hinterland while ensuring zero infiltration at the LoC and the IBThe Central and UT intelligence agencies say that cracking the OGW network will help in eliminating the terrorists who canât survive without food clothing and other necessities for a long time and without support from the OGWsOf late there has been a spurt in drone activities along the IB and the LoC This is also getting special attention during the joint security review meetingThe Union Home Secretaryâs visit to JampK comes less than a week after the Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the security situation in JampK at a toplevel review meeting in New Delhi on January 8The joint meeting is expected to ensure that the directions given by the Union Home Minister to step up counterterror operations targeting terrorist infrastructure and terror financing in a mission mode are implemented on the ground IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/union-home-secy-to-chair-joint-review-meet-in-jampk-today-658339.html Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/omar-abdullah-speaks-with-eam-urges-him-to-ensure-safety-of-jk-students-in-iran-658407.html Jammu Jan 15 IANS Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday spoke with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar regarding the safety of students from the union territory currently studying in IrannbspThe CM said on X Just spoke to EAM about the evolving situation in Iran He shared his assessment of the ground situation ampamp the plans that the External Affairs Ministry is working on Im grateful for his assurance that all steps will be taken to safeguard the interests ampamp lives of students ampamp other people from JampampK who are in Iran nowOmar Abdullah said S Jaishankar assured that all steps will be taken to safeguard the interests and lives of students and other people from the union territory who are in IrannbspThousands of students from across the country including Kashmir are stranded in Iran amid the present volatile situation This has triggered deep fear and anxiety among parents about their childrens safetynbspMeanwhile former chief minister and president of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party PDP Mehbooba Mufti has also urged S Jaishankar and the Ministry of External Affairs to intervene urgently and ensure their safe returnMufti said on X Thousands of students from across the country including Kashmir are stranded in Iran amid the present volatile situation This has triggered deep fear and anxiety with anguished parents desperately worried about their childrens safety Urge DrSJaishankar and MEAIndia to intervene urgently and ensure their safe returnnbspIn JampampK the maximum number of students studying for various courses including MBBS belongs to the ValleyIn addition to this scores of Shia Muslims from Jammu and Kashmir go each year to pay homage at various Muslim shrines and historical sites in IrannbspEven these days reports indicate that dozens of Kashmiri Shia Muslims are in Iran as their families in the Valley are praying and eagerly waiting for their safe return https://dailyworld.in/security/omar-abdullah-speaks-with-eam-urges-him-to-ensure-safety-of-jk-students-in-iran-658407.html Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/veterans-have-shaped-military-history-strengthened-national-defence-cds-gen-anil-chauhan--658287.html New Delhi Jan 14 IANS Chief of Defence Staff CDS General Anil Chauhan extended greetings to all veterans and their families on the occasion of Armed Forces Veterans Day on Wednesday hailing their courage and long years of selfless duty as well as their efforts that remain integral to the countrys defence effortsnbspExtending wishes to the veterans and their families through a letter the CDS said This day is dedicated to acknowledge the service rendered by those who have defended the Nation across land sea and air Our Veterans have served in war and peace rendering long years of selfless duty that have sustained Indias security Their actions have shaped our military history strengthened national defence and built the foundations of a strong and resilient military The standards they upheld continue to guide those still in uniformWe also recognise the role of Veterans families whose support enabled sustained service under demanding conditions Their contribution remains an integral part of the Nations defence effort he addednbspGen Chauhan said that the experience and leadership of the veterans remain relevant as the Defence Forces embark on an era of transitionnbspTheir lessons inform our approach to jointness capability development integration of new technologies and preparation for operations in a complex multidomain environment Their service underscores that duty and honour endure beyond generations he saidHe stated that the Indian Defence Forces remain committed to the welfare dignity and wellbeing of the veterans while acknowledging that their continued engagement mentorship and participation in national life strengthen both society and the profession of armsOn this day we reaffirm our gratitude to every Veteran who has served the Nation and safeguarded its sovereignty and integrity Their service continues to inspire our pursuit of operational effectiveness and professional excellence the CDS addedIndian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi also extended his best wishes to the exservicemen and their familiesExservicemen have made invaluable contributions to nationbuilding Their unwavering loyalty discipline and selfless service inspire future generations Exservicemen are a pillar of strength for Indias development They are contributing immensely to promoting national unity guiding the youth and building a strong and developed India Gen Dwivedi said in a statementCalling the veterans an inspiration to the nation the Army chief said that the entire country takes pride in themThe Indian Air Force also wished the veterans stating All Air Warriors of the Indian Air Force extend best wishes to our Veterans on the occasion of 10th Defence Forces Veterans Day We remember We honour We salutenbspThe Armed Forces Veterans Day marks the birth anniversary of the Late Field Marshal KM Cariappa who retired on this day in 1953nbspA towering figure in Indias military history Field Marshal Cariappa the First CommanderinChief CinC of the Indian Army led the forces to victory in the 1947 war and laid the foundation for an enduring legacy of service discipline and patriotismnbspThis day is dedicated to honouring and recognising the brave soldiers who served in the Indian Armed Forces https://dailyworld.in/security/veterans-have-shaped-military-history-strengthened-national-defence-cds-gen-anil-chauhan--658287.html Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/bangladesh-elections-isi-jamaat-disinformation-push-to-provoke-india-fails-to-gain-ground-658319.html New Delhi Jan 14 The situation in Bangladesh continues to remain volatile and the people are desperate for the election process to be completed in February These are also crucial times for India which shares a border with Bangladesh However in the runup to the elections there are antiIndia forces in Bangladesh who are running disinformation campaigns in a bid to provoke India Intelligence Bureau officials have noticed that this trend is rising with the elections coming near There is a desperate attempt to provoke the Indian agencies including the Army into indulging in some kind of a misadventure in Bangladesh officials saySo far multiple campaigns have been run by the JamaateIslami and ISI to convert the entire population of Bangladesh into being antiIndia This campaign has worked only with a select few and if one were to assess the situation then only 5 per cent of what the ISI set out to do has been successfulAt first the ISI and Jamaat ran campaigns to suggest that India had plotted the violence It was constantly told to the people that India is the aggressor and is responsible for all things bad in Bangladesh The idea was to provoke the people of the country against IndiaThe next was targeting the minorities with the clear intention of provoking India The ISI did try hard to get the Bangladesh Army on its side and make provocative comments against India It did manage to rope in some within the army to take an antiIndia stand However the top brass of the army has remained mature about the issue and always maintained contact with the Indian ArmyDisinformation campaigns were being run stating that the Indian Army would attack Bangladesh There has been a constant attempt to persuade the Indian Armed Forces to attack Bangladesh Had these elements succeeded then the entire population would have taken an antiIndia stance However the Indian agencies and the army have not fallen into this trapThe key was communication and despite the environment being so hostile under Muhammad Yunus all communication channels remained openThe Indian Army in particular was very sensitive about the situation and handled it with utmost maturity The Army kept all communication channels open to avoid miscommunication and misunderstanding Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said that all three service chiefs kept their communication channels fully openThe Indian Army has multiple channels of communication which were all kept open The chief also said that he remains in regular touch with the chief of the Bangladesh Army He also said that a team had been sent to Bangladesh to assess the situation thereThe army officials met with many people and the main intention was to avoid any misunderstanding and miscommunicationAn Intelligence Bureau official said that India has shown a lot of maturity However this wonât stop the ISI and Jamaat from continuing their disinformation campaign against IndiaPakistan has realised that since the takeover by Yunus following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina it may have made plenty of inroads However the people are extremely wary of Pakistan and would have limited influence The sea routes have been opened and visa norms have been eased for Pakistan Further diplomatic ties have strengthened between the two countries and cooperation in the defence sector too has gone upHowever Pakistan realises that while several exceptions have been made it cannot control the people in the way it does in Pakistan The people of Bangladesh prefer better ties with India when compared to Islamabad an official saidThis has been acting as a major irritant for the Jamaat and ISI Hence they are both in an overdrive mode to go on with their disinformation campaign against IndiaThe only intention is to provoke India into indulging in a misadventure in Bangladesh so that the people can become antiIndia Unless the ISI achieves this it can never control the people of Bangladesh the official also added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/bangladesh-elections-isi-jamaat-disinformation-push-to-provoke-india-fails-to-gain-ground-658319.html Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/op-sindoor-still-ongoing-every-action-of-enemy-is-being-closely-monitored-army-chief--658325.html Jaipur Jan 14 IANS Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Wednesday said that Operation Sindoor is still ongoing and every action of the enemy is being closely monitorednbspHe emphasised that although Indias northern borders remain stable continuous vigilance is essential Referring to the global security scenario the Army Chief said that the past year has witnessed a sharp rise in the number and intensity of armed conflicts worldwideThese global changes highlight a simple truth nations that remain prepared are the ones that succeed he said speaking during an investiture ceremony at South Western Command hereGeneral Dwivedi stated that after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 2025 a clear decision was taken at the highest level that India would take decisive actionOperation Sindoor was the result of that resolve During this operation with the joint efforts of the Army Navy and Air Force nine terrorist camps and the infrastructure of Pakistan and PoK were precisely engaged within just 22 minutes Of these nine targets seven were destroyed by the Indian Army causing heavy losses to terrorists Within 88 hours through precision professionalism and operational superiority we compelled Pakistan to agree to a ceasefire This was a clear demonstration of the Indian Armys decisive capabilities in safeguarding national sovereignty and national interest he saidSpeaking about the 78th Army Day Parade in Rajasthan the Army Chief said that this years parade holds special significance Tomorrow you will witness the Indian Army in its full glory discipline and indomitable strength he saidCongratulating the units receiving COAS Citations and Certificates of Appreciation he extended his best wishes to all officers JCOs and soldiers whose excellent performance earned these honours He reiterated that Operation Sindoor continues and strict monitoring of enemy activities is being maintainedOur deployment along the LAC is balanced and strong Under the WholeofNation approach capability development and infrastructure strengthening are progressing steadily he addedGeneral Dwivedi explained that the situation in Jammu and Kashmir remains sensitive but under firm control of the Army Development activities have significantly reduced terrorist recruitment to the lowest levels so farThe peaceful conduct of the Shri Amarnath Yatra is a clear indicator of trust and normalcy he said Speaking on the Northeast he said that the Governments proactive initiatives and neutral decisive actions by security forces have led to a visible improvement in the security situation especially in ManipurCultural programmes like Shirui Lily Festival the revival of the Durand Cup and the reinstatement of the Suspension of Operations are strong signs of normalcy Our effort is to ensure that peace and dialogue become permanent he said The Assam Rifles along with the Home Ministry is working through a multiagency security grid to protect against crossborder spillover effectsThe Army Chief also highlighted the Indian Armys commendable work in the field of HADR Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief This year we have rescued more than 30000 people In border states the Army continues to emerge as the natural first responder he noted He stressed that future wars cannot be won by the military alone they require a national endeavourFollowing the Prime Ministers call for Jointness SelfReliance and Innovation and the Defence Ministers Era of Reforms the Indian Army is accelerating operational preparedness modernisation and functional efficiency Significant organisational steps are being taken to strengthen the force structure For multidomain operations the Rudra Brigade has been formed for stealth and agilitybased missions the Bhairav Battalion has been created and for droneenabled precision strikes in artillery the Shaktibhan Regiment has been established Many more concrete steps are underway he addedGeneral Dwivedi said that many of the equipment being showcased in the parade tomorrow Thursday have been indigenously developed under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiativeWe have adopted technology as a force multiplier and ensured Army participation in all major national technology missions Indian Army Cells have been established in IITs Efforts to empower women in the Army are continuing women are now being commissioned as officers joining the TA nontechnical Army Education Corps and serving as soldiers You will also witness their courage and enthusiasm in the parade he said https://dailyworld.in/security/op-sindoor-still-ongoing-every-action-of-enemy-is-being-closely-monitored-army-chief--658325.html Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:25:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/govt-employees-protest-in-balochistan-seeking-30-pc-disparity-reduction-allowance-658208.html Quetta Jan 13 Government employees held protests in Pakistans Balochistan demanding the implementation of the Disparity Reduction Allowance DRA leading to road blockades and arrests local media reported The employees from various government departments have been holding protests for the past seven months demanding 30 per cent DRA like how it has been granted in Punjab and Sindh provincesEmployees from various sectors joined the protest led by the Balochistan Grand Alliance BGA They have claimed that employees of institutions like the Governors House Chief Ministers Secretariat and High Court have been paid higher salaries despite being in the same grade as workers in other government departments The Balochistan Post reportedThe BGA emphasised the need to address this salary disparity stressing that the committee established by the Balochistan government has already recommended the DRA However the Balochistan CM has taken no action on the issue so farIn retaliation for the protests the Balochistan government has reportedly launched a crackdown on protest leaders with more than 50 employees arrested so farPreviously 38 assistant professors and lecturers from government colleges were suspended for participating in the protestIn response to the governments actions employees have intensified protests with strikes road blockages and mass deportations On Monday employees blocked key highways connecting Quetta to Karachi Taftan Gwadar and Sindh in cities like Khuzdar Lasbela and Nasirabad stalling traffic movement on the roadsThe BGA has said that it plans to hold protests in phases with the first phase involving road blockages until January 14 followed by a complete closure of government offices in Balochistan on January 15The BGA announced that the final stage of the protest will be held on January 20 with a sitin planned near the Red Zone in Quetta The employees have warned the government that they will launch a Jail Bharo Fill the Jails movement if no action is takenPreviously the Balochistan government suspended 38 assistant professors and lecturers including six female teachers from various departments of the colleges for three months over their participation in strikes and protests local media reported on MondayAccording to a notification issued by the Balochistan chief secretary the action was taken under the Balochistan Employees Efficiency and Discipline Act BEDA for participating in a strike locking government offices and hampering official work accusing the suspended teachers of breaching government rules and regulationsCiting officials The Balochistan Post reported that those suspended include Abdul Qudoos Kakar chairman of the Balochistan Grand Alliance a coalition of government employees that has been spearheading the protest movement for several days over multiple demands related to employeesâ rightsCondemning the governments move the employee organisations expressed concern and described the suspensions as an effort to suppress the right to protest warning that punitive measures against teachers would further escalate tensions between the government and its employees IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/govt-employees-protest-in-balochistan-seeking-30-pc-disparity-reduction-allowance-658208.html Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/concerned-over-condition-of-hindus-in-bangladesh-committed-to-protecting-them-says-assam-cm-658229.html Guwahati Jan 13 Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday expressed concern over the latest situation in Bangladesh where Hindus have come under violent attacks He said the Indian government stands with minority Hindu citizens in the neighbouring country CM Sarma while attending a government programme in the Sribhumi district which shares a long boundary with Bangladesh told reporters âIt is our concern that the Hindu community have been coming under frequent attacks in Bangladesh and it is our moral right to stand with the minority people in the neighbouring country and protect them from being subjected to any kind of unwanted situation The central government has taken cognisance of the matter and the state government has also been put on high alertâThe Chief Minister also mentioned that the unrest in Bangladesh has some impact in Assam and the state government has stepped up security vigilance in the localities adjacent to the international boundaryCM Sarma went on to say that the Assam government would also request the Union government to take steps to ensure the safety and security of the Hindu community in Bangladesh âAlthough the foreign relation is a matter of the Central government however we can make a request to take care of the Hindu people who have been subjected to torture in Bangladesh The recent incidents are highly condemnableâ he addedEarlier the CM said that developments across the international border cannot be viewed in isolation particularly at a time when violence and insecurity appear to be escalating âWhatever is happening in Bangladesh is a matter of serious concern for us The torture and harassment of Hindus are reportedly increasing and such developments could have an impact on Assam as wellâ the Chief Minister said stressing the need for heightened vigilanceReferring to recent political and social developments in the neighbouring country CM Sarma said incidents of mob violence and targeted attacks against minority communities have intensified in recent weeks He underlined that the Assam government and security agencies must remain alert and continuously monitor the situation to prevent any spillover effects into the stateâAt this moment we need to stay cautious and closely track developments across the border At the same time it is important to extend moral support and reassurance to the Hindu society in Bangladeshâ he addedAccording to the 2022 census data Bangladesh is home to approx 1313 million Hindus constituting nearly eight per cent of the countryâs population CM Sarmaâs remarks come amid the growing concern in the region over the safety and security of minority communities in Bangladesh IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/concerned-over-condition-of-hindus-in-bangladesh-committed-to-protecting-them-says-assam-cm-658229.html Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/jem-and-let-patronage-pakistan-normalising-terror-through-state-cover-says-report-658098.html London Jan 12 Evidence emerging from dossiers and opensource material paints a troubling picture of Pakistanâs relationship with internationally designated terrorist organisations Far from isolated incidents the findings suggest a coherent model of state patronage where tolerance political cover and material support function as mechanisms to âsanitiseâ violence DefenceNet reported that the boundary between the state and groups such as LashkareTaiba LeT and JaisheMohammad JeM is not blurred by accident but systematically managed Leadership infrastructure and mobilisation activities of these groups continue openly despite UN sanctions reflecting a strategy designed to keep armed networks operational while shielding them from international accountability One striking example according to the report is the reconstruction of the Markaz Syedna Bilal complex in Muzaffarabad PoK Previously identified as a JeM training facility and targeted during Operation Sindoor the site was rebuilt as a statebacked project In October 2025 Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs Rana Muhammad Qasim Noon along with senior officials and political leaders publicly visited the facilityâan act described as a political statement of rehabilitation rather than counterterrorism DefenceNet also highlighted the institutionalisation of ideological indoctrination The sevenday DauraeTarbiyah seminars in Quetta presented as âeducational programsâ are in reality structured radicalisation stages preceding militant training From 512 December 2025 JeM organised such a camp at Saryab Road and Jama Masjid âAfzal Guru Shaheedâ openly advertised and conducted without state intervention Political legitimisation of armed networks is another dimension The Pakistan Markazi Muslim League PMML widely seen as LeTâs political front contested the 2024 general elections and continued public activities in 2025 According to the report senior LeT figures including Hafiz Talha Saeed openly participated in PMML meetings despite US and UN sanctions Public rallies further expose this normalisation On 14 September 2025 JeM leader Masood Ilyas Kashmiri glorified Osama bin Laden at a gathering in Mansehra while in Karachi Talha Saeed led a march under visible police protection Even when permits are officially denied such events proceed underscoring the gap between paper restrictions and ground realities The report stressed that Pakistanâs role extends beyond domestic networks Strategic ties with Saudi Arabia Iran Turkey Malaysia and Indonesia have created a triangular politicomilitary framework linking South and Southeast Asia The report warned that this normalisation of Pakistan as a security partner despite its extremist links directly impacts Europe China and the United States fuelling radicalisation destabilising trade corridors and undermining deterrence strategies The comparison with Abdullah Ocalanâs case the report said highlights the contrast while Turkey severed ties with terrorism through arrest and trial Pakistan integrates and repackages armed networks into political and social structures The result is violence institutionalised as a method with consequences that extend far beyond South Asia IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/jem-and-let-patronage-pakistan-normalising-terror-through-state-cover-says-report-658098.html Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/taiwan-accuses-china-of-using-companies-to-create-fake-news-sites-and-spread-misinformation-658110.html Taipei Jan 12 Taiwans top intelligence agency accused China of using Chinese IT and marketing firms to create fake news sites manage accounts and gather and spread misinformation as part of its cognitive warfare against selfruled island local media reported On Sunday the National Security Bureau NSB on Sunday published its findings in an analysis on the Peoples Republic of Chinas PRC cognitive warfare tactics against Taiwan in 2025 Taiwanbased Central News Agency CNA reportedIn 2025 Taiwans national intelligence gathering team identified more than 45000 fake social media accounts and over 2314 million pieces of disinformation being spread using these ways according to the NSBs reportAccording to the NSB this disinformation was spread by fake andor bot accounts used by Chinese IT firms that have established databases and are creating automated programmes to manage them under the directive of the PRCs Central Publicity Department and the Ministry of Public Security MPSThe Central Publicity Department and the MPS use marketing companies like Haixunshe Haimai and Huya to develop fake news websites to spread narratives that support Chinas official stances The NSB noted that these websites first attract followers with clickbait soft content and then change their posts to political ones to influence the viewpoint of people of TaiwanThe NSB further stated that China by taking these actions aims to create divisions within Taiwan weaken the Taiwanese peoples will to resist influence allies willingness to back Taiwan when required and gain support among the people of Taiwan for Chinas gain The agency stated that it was working with related government units and ramping up efforts to cooperate with factchecking organisations and social media platform operators urging them to reveal and take down false informationLast week the NSB accused the Chinese Communist Party CCP of conducting military drills near the selfruled island along with cyberattacks sharing over 19000 controversial messages and carrying out millions of hacking intrusions local media reportedIn a report presented to the Legislative Yuan the agency stated that online activity involved 799 abnormal accounts and focused on increasing scepticism regarding the US Taiwans President William Lai and the military referring to concerns about Taiwans ability to defend itself Taiwans daily Taipei Times reportedThe bureau stated that the cyberintrusions targetting government networks intensified during the exercises reaching around 208 million attacks on the first day of Chinas military exercises and further increased to about 209 million on the second day IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/taiwan-accuses-china-of-using-companies-to-create-fake-news-sites-and-spread-misinformation-658110.html Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/65-pc-of-terrorists-eliminated-in-2025-were-of-pakistani-origin-army-chief-658170.html New Delhi Jan 13 IANS Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said that 65 per cent of the total terrorists eliminated in Jammu and Kashmir JampampK in this past year were PakistanisnbspHe said that 31 terrorists in total were eliminated by the Indian Armed Forces in 2025 out of which three were the perpetrators of the April 22 Pahalgam attack a massacre by terrorists which claimed 26 innocent livesnbspAddressing the annual press conference of the Indian Army here Gen Dwivedi said In 2025 31 terrorists were eliminated of which 65 per cent were of Pakistani origin including the three perpetrators of the Pahalgam attack neutralised in Operation Mahadev Active local terrorists are now in single digitsHe further mentioned that the terrorist recruitment is now almost nonexistent with only two in 2025nbspThe Army chief said that the situation along the northern and northwestern border remains stable and under firm control but stressed the need for constant vigilnbspHe also said that JampK has witnessed a significant positive change in 2025 adding that the theme of terrorism to tourism is gradually taking shape in the union territorynbspGen Dwivedi mentioned that the situation along the Northern Front remains stable but needs constant vigil adding that apexlevel interactions renewed contact and confidencebuilding measures are contributing to the gradual normalisation of the situation that has also enabled grazing hydrotherapy camps and other activities along the Northern BordersWith our continued strategic orientation on this front our deployment along the Line of Actual Control remains balanced and robust Concurrently capability development and infrastructure enhancement are progressing through a wholeofgovernment approach he addednbspGen Dwivedi speaking about the northwestern front recalled Indias response to the Pahalgam terror attack saying that a clear decision to respond decisively was taken at the highest levelOperation Sindoor was conceptualised and executed with precision Through 22 minutes of initiation on May 7 and an orchestration that lasted 88 hours up to May 10 the operation reset strategic assumptions by striking deep dismantling terror infrastructure and puncturing the longstanding nuclear rhetoric he saidnbspThe Army successfully destroyed seven out of the nine targets and thereafter played a pivotal role in ensuring a calibrated response to Pak actions he addedThe Army chief reiterated that Operation Sindoor remains ongoing and a future misadventure will be resolutely responded to while adding that the military action was the best example of triservices synergy under clearcut political directive and full freedom to act or respondnbspHe also acknowledged the proactive role of all stakeholders involved in the operationnbspGen Dwivedi stated that since May 10 the situation along the northwestern front and JampampK remains sensitive but firmly under controlnbspMentioning the clear indicators of positive change in JampampK the Army chief cited examples of robust development activity the revival of tourism and the peaceful Shri Amarnath Yatra which saw more than four lakh pilgrims exceeding the fiveyear averagenbspThe theme of terrorism to tourism is gradually taking shape he said https://dailyworld.in/security/65-pc-of-terrorists-eliminated-in-2025-were-of-pakistani-origin-army-chief-658170.html Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-assam-rifles-flags-off-national-integration-tour-from-jiribam-657967.html Imphal Jan 11 In an outreach initiative Assam Rifles flagged off a National Integration Tour from Kadamtala in Manipurâs Jiribam under the Civic Action Programme Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said that the National integration tour for 15 female and two male members of JIMPAL hailing from Jiribam in Manipur The Jiri Ima Meira Paibi Apunba Lup JIMPAL is a prominent womenâs organisation based in the Jiribam district of Manipur that actively works for the welfare of the state spearheads social issues and advocates for the community The spokesman said the ladies were warmly welcomed at Kadamtala in Jiribam for the flagging off ceremony as they embark on a journey to explore Indias rich cultural heritage and history The participants were presented with customised blazers for the tour followed by interaction and a group photograph The event concluded with flagging off the tour by Assam Rifles Commandant of Srikona battalion Col Prasant Singh Chundawat As ambassadors of their community they were exhorted to share their experiences with their community and help in promoting harmony and integration in the region The 10day travel itinerary will cover Guwahati Kolkata Bhubaneswar Puri and Shillong where they will be visiting historically significant monuments along with other tourist attractions Assam Rifles regularly undertake National Integration Tours for the people of the Northeastern states to promote national integration to broaden their horizons and foster national pride Meanwhile to promote practical learning in the ecotourism sector and develop livelihoodoriented skills among college students from Arunachal Pradeshâs border areas the Army has organised an 11day exposure tour to West Bengal which is currently underway Lt Col Rawat said that under the sponsorship of local military authorities a skill development ecotourism exposure tour is being conducted as part of âOperation Sadbhavnaâ to enhance practical learning and livelihoodoriented skills among youths and students of Arunachal Pradesh border areas A team comprising 30 students of NEFTU College at Aalo in West Siang district along with two faculty members was flagged off from Aalo on January 5 for an educational exposure programme to the hill destinations of Darjeeling and Kalimpong in West Bengal IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/manipur-assam-rifles-flags-off-national-integration-tour-from-jiribam-657967.html Mon, 12 Jan 2026 01:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/army-successfully-foils-multiple-drone-incursions-by-pakistan-along-international-border-in-jampk-658034.html Jammu Jan 12 Multiple Pakistani drones were successfully tackled by the Army in Jammu and Kashmirâs border areas both at the Line of Control LoC and the International Border Officials said that the Army late Sunday evening engaged Pakistani drones with firing after sighting them along the LoC in the Naushera sector of Rajouri districtThe officials said alert soldiers detected an aerial intrusion and immediately activated counterunmanned aerial systems forcing the drone to retreat across the LoCNo damage or casualties were reported in the incidentâFive drone sightings have been reported along the International Border and the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir These sightings include multiple instances of suspected Pakistan Army drones attempting reconnaissance or surveillance activities in sensitive border areas A few drones belonging to the Pakistan Army were specifically sighted along the LoC in the NausheraRajouri sector the officials saidAlert Army units responded promptly by employing standard counterdrone measures successfully preventing any further intrusionsâArmed forces remain on high alert across forward areas in Rajouri and adjoining sectors in view of the repeated drone activity Surveillance and monitoring along the Line of Control and the International Border have been further intensified to deal with any future attempts the officials saidâThe situation along the border areas is under close watch with defence agencies maintaining heightened vigilance to safeguard territorial integrity and prevent hostile activitiesâ the officials addedDrones are being used by terror outfits with the support of Pakistan ISI to send arms cash and drugs into Jammu and Kashmir to sustain terrorism in the union territoryThe typical modus operandi of these terror outfits is to drop the drone payloads of arms drugs cash etc at a predetermined spot This consignment is later picked up by the overground workers OGWs and couriers of terrorists and then passed on to the terroristsAntidrone equipment is deployed all along the LoC and the International Border in the union territory and this has largely brought down the efficacy of drones for the adversary IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/army-successfully-foils-multiple-drone-incursions-by-pakistan-along-international-border-in-jampk-658034.html Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/armys-central-command-imparts-counter-ied-training-to-railway-cops-657809.html Lucknow Jan 10 The Indian Armyâs Central Command conducted a Counter IED training for Railway Protection Force personnel and constables from Eastern Central Railway over two days an official said on Saturday âThe participants were introduced to IED mechanisms through realistic fieldstyle training and were familiarised with modern equipment including bomb suits IR cameras detection systems and specialised search equipmentâ said a Central Command official in a statementA twoday Counter IED training was conducted by Surya Disposers for Railway Protection Force personnel at Shingara Training School Barabanki as part of the Disaster Management Course at Jagjivan Ram National RPF Academy Lucknow said the statementâThe cadre saw participation of 43 RPF trainees including inspectors subinspectors ASIs and constables from Eastern Central Railway divisions deployed in Bihar and Jharkhand The training focused on prevention mitigation and response to IEDrelated incidents with emphasis on the role of RPF as first responders in railway environmentsâ said the Central Command official in a message on social mediaThe training significantly enhanced operational awareness capacity building and interagency coordination and was highly appreciated by all participants he saidEarlier a threeday Counter IED training cadre was conducted by Surya Disposers Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad in collaboration with Suraksha Shakha UP Police at Barabanki Thirty personnel representing all BDDS teams across Uttar Pradesh participated an official said in a social media message on ThursdayMeanwhile the Central Command on Saturday extended warm greetings to all Ranks Veterans Families and Civilian Staff of the Army Air Defence on the occasion of Army Air Defence Corps DayOn Friday Air Marshal B Manikantan Air Officer CommandinginChief AOCinC Central Air Command paid a twoday visit to forward areas in the Kumaon Sector to review operational preparedness along the highaltitude Himalayan frontier said an officialThe visit focused on assessment of air operations readiness infrastructure resilience and coordination in demanding terrain and extreme climatic conditions the official said in a post on social mediaDuring the interaction the Air Marshal commended the troops of Panchshul Brigade for their professionalism resilience and unwavering vigilance in safeguarding the nationâs bordersHe appreciated the seamless synergy between the IAF and ground formations which remains critical for maintaining operational edge and rapid response capability in the sector said the statementThe visit reaffirmed the commitment of the IAF and Surya Command towards sustained vigilance jointness and combat readiness ensuring security across one of the most challenging operational environments it said IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/armys-central-command-imparts-counter-ied-training-to-railway-cops-657809.html Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/delhi-stone-pelting-case-police-nab-three-more-accused-total-arrests-16-657769.html New Delhi Jan 10 Three more accused have been arrested in the Turkman Gate stonepelting case bringing the total number of arrests to 16 Delhi Police said on Saturday The accused have been identified as Mohammad Naved Mohammad Faiz and Mohammad Ubaidullah All three are residents of Turkman GateEarlier on Friday two people were arrested in connection with the caseThe case dates back to January 7 when the Municipal Corporation of Delhi MCD carried out a demolition drive against the encroachments near the FaizeElahi Mosque in Turkman Gate The authorities claimed that the demolition drive was carried out as per the orders of the courtAs the demolition got underway a large number of residents gathered outside the mosque raising slogans and protesting against the action The situation soon turned volatile when some members of the crowd attempted to breach police barricades and began pelting stones at security personnel Police responded by firing tear gas shells to disperse the protesters and prevent the unrest from spreadingEarlier on Thursday police said that at least 30 people had been identified for their involvement in the incidentMeanwhile a Delhi court remanded eight accused to judicial custody till January 21Additionally the Delhi Police will soon issue a summons to Samajwadi Party SP MP Mohibbullah Nadvi who is said to have been present at the stonepelting site soon before the violent protest broke outAccording to the police officials Nadvi remained at the site at the time of the incident even though he was requested to leave several timesMeanwhile a considerable number of police and paramilitary units have been deployed to sensitive locations to maintain peace and order while senior officers are supervising the preparations on the groundThe police said that they are working to identify other accused in the case and the investigation is underwayFurther details are awaited IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/delhi-stone-pelting-case-police-nab-three-more-accused-total-arrests-16-657769.html Sat, 10 Jan 2026 18:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/ins-chilka-2-172-sailors-pass-out-after-16-week-training-657706.html New Delhi Jan 9 ViceAdmiral Sameer Saxena Flag Officer CommandinginChief of the Southern Naval Command asked the 2172 passing out trainee sailors at the INS Chilka to hone their professional skills and be technologically aware while imbibing the Navys core values of duty honour and courage an official said on Friday As many as 2172 sailor trainees took part in the Passing Out Parade of second batch of year 2025 held at the INS Chilka on Thursday marking the successful culmination of 16 weeks of abinitio training the official addedThe trainees passed out in an impressive postsunset ceremonial parade on Thursday symbolising their transformation into disciplined resilient and combat ready Naval professionals a statement issued by the Ministry of Defence saidThe passingout batch of 2172 trainees comprised 2103 Agniveers including 113 women Agniveers 270 Senior Secondary Recruit Medical Assistants 44 sports entry personnel of the Indian Navy and 295 Naviks of the Indian Coast GuardViceAdmiral Saxena was the Chief Guest and Reviewing Officer of the parade and Commodore B Deepak Aneel Commanding Officer at the INS Chilka was the Conducting OfficerThe ceremony was attended by distinguished veterans eminent sports personalities senior Naval officers other dignitaries and family members of the passingout trainees the statement saidThe parade showcased high standards of drill discipline and professionalism attained by the traineesThe participation of women Agniveers alongside their male counterparts reaffirmed the Indian Navys commitment towards inclusivity and gender neutrality in operational rolesAddressing the parade ViceAdmiral Saxena congratulated the trainees on successful completion of their trainingHe directed the trainees to uphold the honour of the nation while charting their course with courage and determinationHe expressed his appreciation to the parents of Agniveers acknowledging their contribution to the nationThe Chief Guest complimented Team Chilka for their relentless efforts and crucial role in shaping the transformation of the Navy and nationThe Chief Guest awarded medals and trophies to meritorious AgniveersSashi B Kenchavagol and Jatin Mishra were awarded the Chief of the Naval Staff Rolling Trophy and Gold Medal for Best Agniveer Senior Secondary Recruit and Best Agniveer Matric Recruit respectivelyAnita Yadav received the General Bipin Rawat Rolling Trophy for Best Woman Agniveer in overall order of meritKeshav Suryavanshi and Sonendra were adjudged the Best Navik General Duty and Best Navik Domestic Branch respectivelyEarlier during the valedictory function the Overall Championship Trophy was awarded to Kharavela Division while Ashok Division secured the runnersup positionThe occasion also witnessed the unveiling of the second edition of Ankur 2025 the bilingual trainees magazine of INS ChilkaThe magazine showcases the experiences and the transformative journey of Agniveers IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/ins-chilka-2-172-sailors-pass-out-after-16-week-training-657706.html Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-agencies-flag-fresh-push-to-exfiltrate-kashmiris-into-pok-657493.html New Delhi Jan 8 Indian agencies have noticed a disturbing trend whereby people from Jammu and Kashmir have been trying to cross over into PakistanoccupiedKashmir PoK and Pakistan Officials say that the trend of people from Jammu and Kashmir crossing over into PoK and Pakistan was rampant in the 1990sHowever it appears to be back now and this has prompted the agencies to crack down on such elementsRecently the Poonch Police attached the property of a Pakistanbased terror handler Rafiq Nai The police also undertook similar action against one Jamal Lone also a handler Both are accused of not just aiding infiltration but also luring the people of Jammu and Kashmir to move into Pakistan and PoKLone according to the police had exfiltrated into PoK and since then has been involved in antiIndia activities Officials say that Pakistan needs more locals from Jammu and Kashmir in PoK and Pakistan and hence is luring such personsThese persons according to officials will be used for narcotics smuggling They will also be used to help terrorists from Pakistan infiltrate into Jammu and KashmirThe ISI is looking for terror guides so that Pakistani terrorists can be launched into Jammu and Kashmir the official also notedIntelligence agencies note that like the 1990s there are announcements that are being made at Mosques situated on the other side Through these announcements the people of Jammu and Kashmir are being lured to cross overThey are promised money and a better livelihood The scale of the problem is not as big as what it was in the 1990s officials say However there is a desperate attempt being made to have more exfiltrations from Jammu and Kashmir the official also addedAn Intelligence Bureau official noted that many who had crossed over in the past have regretted their decision later on They realised that the grass is not as green as they would have hoped on the other sideMany had even reached out to the Indian agencies so that they could come back India has facilitated such returns following which these persons have been kept in rehabilitation camps before they are pushed into the mainstreamOfficials say if not curtailed the problem of exfiltration could turn serious This time it is not just about the money or job security that the ISI would use to lure people into their region The ISI has launched a massive propaganda drive to lure the youthSocial media is the biggest culprit as it is an easy medium to start a disinformation campaign the official also addedPost the Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people were killed India responded with Operation Sindoor in which the LashkareTayiba and JaisheMohammad lost a considerable amount of people and infrastructureSince then infiltrations into India have been extremely difficult The ISI also changed its playbook whereby it decided that it would rely more on homegrown terror modules instead of sending in its own peopleAttempts have been made to raise localised units for terror Pakistan has planned not just local terror groups but is also trying to set up more Over Ground Worker OGW modules also comprising womenThe push for exfiltrations out of Jammu and Kashmir is part of the same plan of having everything localised an Intelligence Bureau official saidIn the past couple of months the ISI has launched a major operation whereby it is trying to pull the locals out of Jammu and Kashmir In addition to involving these people in narcosmuggling counterfeiting the ISI also wants them to act as terror guidesThe idea is to target more people from the immediate bordering areas as they would be well versed with the terrain Such persons are ideal to become terror guides as they know the area very well and can help terrorists from Pakistan to infiltrate into Jammu and KashmirSuch activity has been noticed more at the PoonchRajouri sector officials say This was the same sector that the ISI targeted in the 1990s and is now attempting to do the sameThe agencies have launched a major crackdown on such elements who have crossed over into PoK and Pakistan and are luring more such persons to do so The police have seized the properties of such elements and the action is expected to intensify in the days to come another official added IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indian-agencies-flag-fresh-push-to-exfiltrate-kashmiris-into-pok-657493.html Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/next-generation-submarine-soon-to-take-care-of-growing-regional-threats-657506.html New Delhi Jan 8 Indiaâs S5 SSBN a nextâgeneration largeâdisplacement nuclearâpowered ballisticâmissile submarine is part of the countryâs aim to strengthen maritime presence to protect crucial sea routes against growing regional threats especially from China and Pakistan The S5class submarine is a significant advancement in Indiaâs nuclear deterrent capabilities which will weigh around 13500 tonnes making them larger than the previous Arihantclass submarinesReports indicate that construction activity began in late 2025 with plans for at least four S5 SSBNs ensuring that at least one submarine is always on deterrent patrol so that continuous deterrence at the sea is confirmed by the 2030sPart of Indian Navyâs plan to expand its fleet significantly by 2035 the submarine is designed to provide a survivable seaâbased secondâstrike and to underpin New Delhiâs blueâwater ambitionsBeyond deterrence S5s strengthen Indiaâs blue water reach complicating adversary naval planning and supporting maritime diplomacy across the Indian Ocean RegionBlue water reach refers to the Indian Navys capabilities to protect human vessels cargo among other assets beyond its shores and can operate across the deep oceans beyond the Indian Ocean RegionThus a blue water navy is capable of sustained operations across the open seas which includes longdistance deployments amphibious warfare maritime strike capabilities and global presenceIndian Navyâs operational area is spread across the waters from the Persian Gulf to the Malacca Strait on one side and from the Bay of Bengal to the Indian Ocean up to Africaâs east coastA key concern in these parts is the combined naval capabilities of China and Pakistan The submarines will feature advanced stealth technologies and a 190 MW Pressurised Water Reactor PWR developed indigenously by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre BARCThese are expected to be armed with up to 12 K6 submarinelaunched ballistic missiles each capable of carrying multiple independently targetable reentry vehicles MIRVsThe submarines are currently being developed for the Indian Navy and this is a critical step towards future blue water navy allowing it to go headtohead with Chinaâs Peopleâs Liberation Army Navy even far from Indiaâs coastlinesSouth Asiaâs diplomatic landscape has grown more securitised and multipolar Indiaâs expanding military capabilities including S5 development occur alongside shifting alignments rising ChinaâPakistan cooperation and variable relations with other neighbours that have at times moved away from New Delhiâs orbitIndiaâs SSBN programme both reflects and reinforces this environment signaling strategic autonomy to partners deters coercion and gives New Delhi leverage in maritime security dialogues and Indian Ocean Region partnershipsWith a blue water navy India can go deeper and further unlike a green water navy that sticks closer to its home coastWith a blue water navy therefore the country can operate far out in the open ocean even over for long periods Apart from underwater power this means other additions to the Defence forces including aircraft carriers other naval vessels and all the logistical support required to supply operational requirements on such long journeysEssentially it is an extension of Indiaâs power across the vast waters controlling key areas far from home IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/next-generation-submarine-soon-to-take-care-of-growing-regional-threats-657506.html Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/iaf-chief-to-deliver-first-air-commodore-mehar-singh-memorial-talk-in-chandigarh-tomorrow-657535.html Chandigarh Jan 8 Chief Marshal AP Singh the Chief of the Air Staff will deliver the keynote address for the first Air Commodore Mehar Singh Memorial Talk at the Air Force Station in Chandigarh on Friday the Ministry of Defence said in a statement on Thursday The talk has been organised by the Air Force Association North Zone and will be conducted at the Arjan Singh Auditorium 12 Wing AF in ChandigarhAir Chief Marshal retd S Krishnaswamy Air Marshal retd Jagjeet Singh senior VicePresident of Air Force Association Air Marshal retd Sukhchain Singh President of the Air Force Association North Zone Senior officers of the Indian Air Force IAF both serving and retired will be present at the eventAir Commodore Mehar Singh a Mahavir Chakra awardee for Distinguished Service Order affectionately known as Baba Mehar Singh is a legendary figure in the IAFDespite his tragically short career Air Commodore Mehar Singh achieved extraordinary feats and displayed unwavering courage earning the highest respect and admirationHe was born on March 20 1915 in Lyallpur district now Faisalabad in PakistanHe joined the Royal Indian Air Force RIAF and was sent to Cranwell for training before being commissioned in August 1936He quickly became an exceptional pilot earning accolades for his skill and dedicationAir Commodore Singhs bravery was evident in his early career operations in the NorthWest Frontier Province and during World War IIAs Commander of No 6 Squadron in Burma his leadership and daring exploits earned him the DSO in 1944 a rare honour for an IAF officerField Marshal Slim Commander of the British Fourteenth Army praised his squadrons performanceAir Commodore Singhs most renowned achievements occurred during the 194748 IndiaPakistan WarAs the Air Officer Commanding No 1 Group he played a crucial role in defending Jammu and KashmirHe was the first pilot to land at the hastily constructed airstrip in Poonch in November 1947 establishing a vital air bridge that saved the town and refugeesHis most daring feat came in May 1948 when he landed a Dakota aircraft at LehFlying over treacherous Himalayan ranges without navigational aids he successfully landed on a makeshift airstrip at an altitude of 11540 feet a feat considered impossibleThis daring mission ensured the reinforcement and supply of Leh a strategic move that helped India retain control of the regionIn 1950 Air Commodore Mehar Singh was awarded the Mahavir Chakra MVC Indias secondhighest military decoration for his exceptional gallantry and leadershipHis pioneering spirit courage and innovative approach to warfare have left an indelible mark on the IAF inspiring generations of air warriorsHe remains a towering figure remembered as a true legend of the skies and a saviour of the strategically vital region of India IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/iaf-chief-to-deliver-first-air-commodore-mehar-singh-memorial-talk-in-chandigarh-tomorrow-657535.html Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/four-rohingyas-arrested-by-security-forces-in-assams-cachar-657605.html Guwahati Jan 9 At least four Rohingyas who had entered India illegally were arrested by the security forces in Assamâs Cachar district on Friday officials said According to police four persons including two women were caught in the Katigorah locality in the Cachar district after it was found that they crossed the international border and entered Indian territory by illegal meansThe police said that forged documents including refugee cards were recovered from their possessionThe four people were taken into custody by the policeRecently Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the state government would intensify its crackdown on illegal infiltration asserting that Assam will not be allowed to become a refuge for undocumented foreign nationalsCM Sarma said the state carried out a largescale âpushbackâ operation in 2025 to deport illegal Bangladeshi nationals and that the drive would be pursued with greater intensity in the coming yearâIn 2026 we will be ruthless in this effort and push back even more Assam is not your breeding groundâ he saidThe Chief Minister has repeatedly maintained that illegal infiltration poses a serious threat to Assamâs demographic balance social harmony and internal securityHe said the state government remains committed to safeguarding the rights of indigenous communities and enforcing the law without compromiseCM Sarma has earlier stated that infiltration has long been a major challenge for Assam particularly in border districts and alleged that previous governments failed to address the issue decisivelyHe has credited recent administrative measures enhanced border surveillance and improved coordination between the state police and central security forces for stronger enforcement on the groundThe Chief Minister also reiterated that his government is committed to the full implementation of the Assam Accord including provisions related to detection deletion and deportation of illegal foreignersHe stressed that protecting Assamâs cultural identity land rights and demographic integrity remains a top priority of his administration IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/four-rohingyas-arrested-by-security-forces-in-assams-cachar-657605.html Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/rjd-condemns-bihar-jewellery-shop-owners-decision-to-restrict-customers-with-hijabs-niqabs-657351.html Patna Jan 7 A decision by a jewellery shop ownersâ body in Bihar to restrict the entry of customers with covered faces including women wearing hijabs or niqabs has triggered political controversy in the state Reacting strongly RJD state spokesperson Ejaz Ahmed termed the move unconstitutional and against Indiaâs constitutional traditionsâTargeting hijabs and niqabs in the name of security hurts religious sentiments and amounts to an attempt to curtail the fundamental right to religious freedom guaranteed under the Constitutionâ Ahmed saidHe further claimed that BJP and RSS members were behind such an agenda and accused the jewellery shop owners of promoting itHe urged the shop owners to immediately withdraw the decision warning that it would weaken Indiaâs constitutional and secular fabricMeanwhile the All India Jewellers and Gold Federation AIGJF on Tuesday said that the decision stating that customers whose faces are covered with hijabs burqas scarves helmets or similar items will not be allowed to enter jewellery showrooms unless their faces are visibleAccording to the federation jewellery purchases will only be permitted after proper facial identificationAshok Kumar Verma State President of the All India Jewellers and Gold Federation told IANS on Tuesday that Bihar has become the first state to formally implement such a rule statewideHe clarified that the decision is purely based on security concerns and not targeted at any specific communityâToday the price of 10 grams of gold is around Rs 140 lakh and one kilogram of silver costs about Rs 25 lakh Several robbery incidents have occurred where people enter shops in groups with their faces fully covered They wear helmets or veils and commit thefts This decision is aimed at preventing such crimesâ Verma saidVerma emphasised that the federation is not banning the burqa or hijab but merely requesting customers to briefly show their faces while shoppingHe added that the rule applies equally to men who cover their faces with scarves or helmetsâOur intention is not discrimination When a customer and a shopkeeper interact facetoface a sense of trust is establishedâ he said adding that the rule is for everyone not any particular communityVerma also stated that he had discussed the issue with the Patna City Central Superintendent of Police who raised no objectionsHe claimed similar precautionary measures are already being followed in some districts of other statesResponding to questions about possible protests Verma said there was no scope for controversyâNo staff member will forcibly remove anyoneâs hijab or burqa We will only make a polite request There is no question of confrontationâ he saidThe issue has sparked a broader debate in Bihar over the balance between security measures and religious freedom with political reactions continuing to pour in IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/rjd-condemns-bihar-jewellery-shop-owners-decision-to-restrict-customers-with-hijabs-niqabs-657351.html Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/us-weighs-embassy-reopening-as-venezuela-risk-persists-657232.html Washington Jan 5 The Trump administration is preparing for a possible reopening of the US Embassy in Caracas even as American officials warn that the security situation in Venezuela remains âfluidâ and continues to pose severe risks to US citizens âAs President Trump said we are making preparations to allow for a reopening should the President make that decisionâ a senior State Department official said underscoring that no final determination has yet been madeThe comments came as the US Embassy in Caracas issued a fresh security warning urging US citizens not to travel to Venezuela and to exercise heightened caution if already presentIn a statement the embassy said Venezuela remains under the highest US Travel Advisory classification due to âsevere risks to Americansâ including wrongful detention crime civil unrest and limited access to health careThe embassy noted that no commercial flights are currently operating in or out of Venezuela further complicating travel and evacuation options for foreign nationals It also reiterated that the US Department of State withdrew all diplomatic personnel from Caracas in March 2019 and suspended embassy operations leaving all consular services â both routine and emergency â unavailableâThe US government continues to be unable to provide emergency services to US citizens in Venezuelaâ the embassy saidUS citizens currently in the country were advised to take precautions to ensure their safety establish multiple communication methods with family and friends outside Venezuela and enrol in the Smart Traveller Enrollment Program to receive security updatesThose seeking assistance were told to contact the US Embassy in Bogota Colombia which is responsible for Venezuelarelated consular mattersThe United States has not operated an embassy in Caracas since 2019 when diplomatic personnel were withdrawn amid a deepening political crisis and deteriorating security conditions IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/us-weighs-embassy-reopening-as-venezuela-risk-persists-657232.html Tue, 06 Jan 2026 01:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/15-year-old-boy-held-in-punjab-for-spying-sharing-confidential-data-with-pakistan-657243.html Chandigarh Jan 6 IANS A 15yearold boy was detained from Pathankot in Punjab by the police for spying and allegedly sharing confidential data via social media prompting a statewide alert for similar espionage activities involving childrennbspOfficials said on Tuesday that the boy a resident of Jammus Samba district was allegedly sending critical and sensitive information related to India to ISI handlers based in Pakistan for the past one yearnbspHe is also accused of sharing photos and information on sensitive military locations The police said chats and call records were recovered from his mobilePolice said he believed that his father had been murdered which made him emotionally vulnerablenbspSenior Superintendent of Police Daljinder Singh Dhillon who is posted in Pathankot told the media that the police have taken the boy in custody after receiving information that he had been supplying information related to the security of the nation to the frontal organisations of terror agencies ISI and Pakistan military officersnbspHe said the boy fell into the trap of Pakistani agencies through social media as he was suspicious that his father had been murdered which affected him mentallyFollowing surveillance and technical analysis that linked his communications to Pakistanbased handlers the minor was taken into custody said media reportsnbspDuring questioning the police found that the boy was not working alone Officials suspect several other children may be in touch with ISI operativesnbspOwing to this alerts have been sent to police stations across the state to stay alert and identify other children who may have been targeted Also his arrest has raised concerns among the Indian security agencies as investigations suspect the ISI is attempting to target and recruit young children for espionage activities This trend may pose a significant security risk admitted a senior Punjab Police officer https://dailyworld.in/security/15-year-old-boy-held-in-punjab-for-spying-sharing-confidential-data-with-pakistan-657243.html Tue, 06 Jan 2026 13:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/stone-pelting-on-om-shakti-devotees-impossible-for-minors-to-be-involved-says-karnataka-minister-zameer-657157.html Bengaluru Jan 5 Commenting over the incident of stonepelting on Om Shakti devotees within the JJ Nagar police station limits Karnataka Minister for Tourism and Waqf BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan who represents the Chamarajpet Assembly constituency where the incident occurred said on Monday that it was unlikely that minor boys could have indulged in such an act adding that he had asked the police to find out who provoked them Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan said Last night Sunday during the Om Shakti procession an incident of stonepelting took place Whoever indulged in stonepelting is at fault whether they are minors or adults it does not matter However in my opinion it is impossible for children to have carried out such an act Boys aged between 13 to 14 years have been detained and it needs to be ascertained who is behind themI have conveyed this to the Deputy Commissioner of Police DCP and will direct a probe in this regard Three minors aged between 13 and 14 years have been detained the Minister addedIn my Chamarajpet constituency since 2008 I have not allowed even a small incident to occur Such incidents usually do not come to my notice If any issue arises people here resolve it among themselves he saidMeanwhile Hindu organisations activists and local residents gathered near the JJ Nagar Police Station demanding the immediate arrest of the accused They alleged that the police had detained minors who were not connected to the incident and were attempting to silence the case They also claimed that a Minister was trying to suppress the matterIt can be noted that the Karnataka Police have taken three minors into custody on Monday in connection with an incident of stonepelting targeting Om Shakti devotees reported from the JJ Nagar police station limits in BengaluruThe police claimed that the detentions were made based on suspicion and statements given by the Om Shakti devoteesHome Minister G Parameshwara also said in Bengaluru that the investigation is underway to identify those who provoked the alleged accused minor boys to pelt stonesThe police department has deployed the Karnataka State Reserve Police KSRP in the area DCP Yathish visited the jurisdictional police station and is closely monitoring the situationAccording to the police two women sustained injuries in the incident CCTV footage is not available to the police The police are collecting information from the spot and have identified several persons Special police teams have been formed to nab the stonepelters Devotees have claimed that they have been facing trouble for a long time and that miscreants even set fire to the venue whenever there is a Hindu religious eventTensions prevailed in Bengalurus communally sensitive JJ Nagar area on Sunday night after stones were allegedly thrown at a Hindu religious ritual conducted as part of the Om Shakti pooja ceremony The locals held a protest in front of the JJ Nagar police stationThe protesters alleged that they face such problems daily Saying that they live in constant fear the protesters demanded that a wall be constructed in the locality to prevent them from being targeted They claimed that miscreants habitually throw gutter water on devotees attempt to set fire to the venue of worship and pelt stones They said they have lost patience and demand that such incidents must stopThe protesters further complained that it has become difficult for girls to move freely on the roads alleging that women and children are frequently targeted They claimed that those who raise their voice or resist are singled out and harassed and demanded protection from the state government IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/stone-pelting-on-om-shakti-devotees-impossible-for-minors-to-be-involved-says-karnataka-minister-zameer-657157.html Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/old-shell-recovered-disposed-of-in-jampks-poonch--657177.html Jammu Jan 5 An old shell was recovered by security forces in JampKâs Poonch district on Monday and disposed of safely later officials said Officials said that the old shell was recovered from the Mendhar area of PoonchThe shell was noticed by residents in the Upper Ghani area of the Mankote sector at around 1115 am after which information was passed to the Police Post Balnoi Police personnel reached the spot and informed the army for further action An army team later inspected the shell and disposed of it safely by following standard safety procedures an official saidNo damage or injury was reported during the operation the official said adding that the situation was handled smoothly and there was no cause for concernMultiple unexploded shells have been found in civilian areas of Rajouri and Poonch districts after the unprovoked Pakistan shelling along the line of control LoC in these two districts after Operation SindoorPoonch district accounted for the highest 20 of the total 27 fatalities with over 50 others injured since May last year shortly after India carried out Operation Sindoor striking nine terror infrastructures in Pakistan and PoJK to avenge the April 22 Pahalgam attack that left 26 people dead The heavy bombardment of civilian areas followed Indian Army strikes on nine terror facilities located in Pakistan and Pakistanoccupied Jammu and Kashmir PoJKOfficials engaged in the postshelling operations have indicated that evidence on the ground contradicts claims that only military targets were attacked by PakistanArmy personnel deployed on the clearance of unexploded shells said that the Pakistani shells had fallen right in the middle of villages with the entire surrounding area inhabited by civiliansIn May 2024 the army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police safely destroyed 42 unexploded artillery shells fired by Pakistani forces during crossborder shelling in the border district of Poonch IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/old-shell-recovered-disposed-of-in-jampks-poonch--657177.html Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:46:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/zero-tolerance-for-chinese-manja-in-hyderabad-says-police-commissioner-657192.html Hyderabad Jan 5 Hyderabad Police V C Sajjanar said on Monday that there will be zero tolerance for Chinese Manja which is already banned in Telangana He said that Chinese Manja is a silent killer that has caused serious injuries and even deaths of pedestrians twowheeler riders birds and animalsHyderabad police have formed special teams to curb its illegal manufacture storage transport and saleâAny person found manufacturing or selling Chinese Manja will face strict legal action which will be taken very seriously If you see anyone using Chinese Manja please stop them and create awareness about its dangers Be a responsible citizen and inform the police about its sale A timely intervention can prevent a tragedy Let us celebrate the kite festival safely and humanelyâ the Police Commissioner said in a post on âXâThe Chinese Manja has left four motorcyclists including a constable and a student injured over the last week They sustained grievous neck injuriesA 29yearold man was injured by the glasscoated nylon thread while riding past a theatre in Saidabad on December 30 T Ashok was rushed to a hospitalA day earlier the deadly string nearly proved fatal for a food delivery executive at Shamsheergunj The abrasive thread wrapped around Mohammed Jameelâs neck causing a deep wound Jameel was rushed to a private hospital where he had to undergo a procedure involving 22 sutures to close the woundOn December 26 Jashwanth Reddy a BTech student suffered severe neck injuries under the Keesara police limits while riding his bike He too was admitted to the hospitalShivraj a constable attached to the Langer Houz traffic station was injured on December 25 when the synthetic string got entangled around his neck while he was riding on the TilaknagarNarayanguda flyoverThe recent incidents highlight how the use of Chinese Manja or nylonsynthetic thread for kite flying is continuing unabated despite the ban by authoritiesCyberabad police have already issued a public advisory warning against the use and sale of nylon and Chinese Manja describing it as a serious threat to human life animals and birdsIn 2024 an Army jawan was killed after his throat was slit by a Chinese Manja in HyderabadThe 30yearold died as Chinese Manja slit his throat when he was riding a scooty on Indira Reddy FlyoverThe state government had issued orders in 2016 imposing a total ban on Manja to save birds as well as for the safety of humansThe environment forests science and technology department had issued orders imposing a ban on procuring stocking selling and use of ManjaThe forest department claimed to have taken various measures to implement the ban on the use of Manja in Kite flying during the Sankranti festival IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/zero-tolerance-for-chinese-manja-in-hyderabad-says-police-commissioner-657192.html Mon, 05 Jan 2026 20:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/avoid-non-essential-travel-to-iran-until-further-notice-mea-657208.html TehranNew Delhi Jan 5 India on Monday advised its nationals to avoid nonessential travel to Iran until further notice owing to the recent developments in the country Indian citizens and PIOs currently in Iran should exercise due caution avoid areas of protests or demonstrations and closely monitor news as well as the website and social media handles of the Embassy of India in Tehran read an advisory issued by the Ministry of External Affairs MEAIndian nationals living in Iran on residentvisas are advised to register with the Indian Embassy if not already done so it addedIran is witnessing major protests in a number of cities over the sharp depreciation of the national currency rialClashes between the security personnel and protestors have resulted in several deaths in Iranian provincesEarler on Monday India time US President Donald Trump warned Iran against using violence to suppress protests saying the United States is closely monitoring the situation and would respond forcefully if Iranian authorities begin killing civiliansAboard Air Force One on his way back to the White House from MaraLago Trump was asked about reports of protesters being killed in Iran and his earlier comments that the US was âlocked and loadedââWeâll take a lookâ Trump said âWeâre watching it very closelyâTrump drew a clear line around the use of lethal force by Iranian authorities âIf they start killing people as they have in the past I think theyâre going to get hit very hard by the United Statesâ he saidThe US President did not specify what form a US response might take nor did he outline any immediate military or economic measures Notably the US has deployed considerable military asset in the regionTrumpâs comments in response to a question however underscored that Washington is actively tracking developments inside Iran and considering its options But he gave no timeline or trigger point âWeâre watching it very closelyâ he reiteratedWhile Trump did not draw direct comparisons during his Iran remarks his warning followed strong language directed at Venezuela Cuba and other countries he described as destabilising forces in their regionsTrump has previously accused Iran of violently suppressing dissent during past waves of protests and has used economic sanctions and military deterrence as pressure tools In this exchange he stopped short of announcing new measures instead emphasising vigilance and readinessâIf they start killing peopleâ Trump said repeating the condition under which US action could follow IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/avoid-non-essential-travel-to-iran-until-further-notice-mea-657208.html Mon, 05 Jan 2026 22:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indore-water-tragedy-mp-hc-to-hear-case-tomorrow-cong-delegation-to-visit-bhagirathpura-657224.html Indore Jan 5 The division bench of Madhya Pradesh High Court will hear the case of contaminated water tragedy in Indores Bhagirathpura area on Tuesday The Health and Family Welfare department of Madhya Pradesh government and Indore Municipal Corporation will submit a fresh report in the court including the availability of clean water and health services being provided to the affected peopleDuring the last hearing in the matter on January 2 the Madhya Pradesh government had submitted a status report in the court and had mentioned four deathsThe high court had then fixed the matter for hearing on January 6Indore High Court Bar Association President Ritesh Inani who filed a PIL in the matter told IANS that three petitions related to the incident will be taken up togetherThe state administration on Monday claimed that surveillance and response measures were intensified in Bhagirathpur area where contaminated drinking water had resulted in health crisis and several people including children have died in the past one weekThere has been some improvement in the situation as admission of new patients have been decided in the past two daysThe state administration on Monday launched a reconciliation process a rapid active surveillance exercise in Bhagirathpura areaSample testing of water so far has found contamination in both the Narmada pipeline supply and tube wells and because mixing occurs where these sources connect it is not possible at this stage to attribute contamination to a single specific source Madhya Pradesh State Surveillance Officer Ashwin Bhagwat said on MondayAccording to Indore district administration total 409 people were admitted in hospitals of which 262 patients were discharged till MondayAt present 147 are active and undergoing treatmentThe tragic incident has sparked widespread criticism as it claimed several lives and affected many familiesA delegation of Madhya Pradesh Congress leaders including state unit Chief Jitu Patwari and the Leader of the Opposition Umang Singhar will visit Bhagirathpura to meet the affected familiesEarlier on Friday Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav had suspended Indore Municipal Corporations Additional Commissioner Rohit Sisonia and Public Health Engineering PHE department Engineer Sanjeev ShrivastavaChief Minister Yadav has transferred the Indore Municipal Corporation Commissioner Dilip Kumar Yadav and replaced him with Kshitij Singhal a 2014 batch IAS officer on Saturday IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indore-water-tragedy-mp-hc-to-hear-case-tomorrow-cong-delegation-to-visit-bhagirathpura-657224.html Mon, 05 Jan 2026 23:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/indore-water-tragedy-mp-hc-to-hear-case-tomorrow-cong-delegation-to-visit-bhagirathpura-657225.html Indore Jan 5 The division bench of Madhya Pradesh High Court will hear the case of contaminated water tragedy in Indores Bhagirathpura area on Tuesday The Health and Family Welfare department of Madhya Pradesh government and Indore Municipal Corporation will submit a fresh report in the court including the availability of clean water and health services being provided to the affected peopleDuring the last hearing in the matter on January 2 the Madhya Pradesh government had submitted a status report in the court and had mentioned four deathsThe high court had then fixed the matter for hearing on January 6Indore High Court Bar Association President Ritesh Inani who filed a PIL in the matter told IANS that three petitions related to the incident will be taken up togetherThe state administration on Monday claimed that surveillance and response measures were intensified in Bhagirathpur area where contaminated drinking water had resulted in health crisis and several people including children have died in the past one weekThere has been some improvement in the situation as admission of new patients have been decided in the past two daysThe state administration on Monday launched a reconciliation process a rapid active surveillance exercise in Bhagirathpura areaSample testing of water so far has found contamination in both the Narmada pipeline supply and tube wells and because mixing occurs where these sources connect it is not possible at this stage to attribute contamination to a single specific source Madhya Pradesh State Surveillance Officer Ashwin Bhagwat said on MondayAccording to Indore district administration total 409 people were admitted in hospitals of which 262 patients were discharged till MondayAt present 147 are active and undergoing treatmentThe tragic incident has sparked widespread criticism as it claimed several lives and affected many familiesA delegation of Madhya Pradesh Congress leaders including state unit Chief Jitu Patwari and the Leader of the Opposition Umang Singhar will visit Bhagirathpura to meet the affected familiesEarlier on Friday Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav had suspended Indore Municipal Corporations Additional Commissioner Rohit Sisonia and Public Health Engineering PHE department Engineer Sanjeev ShrivastavaChief Minister Yadav has transferred the Indore Municipal Corporation Commissioner Dilip Kumar Yadav and replaced him with Kshitij Singhal a 2014 batch IAS officer on Saturday IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/indore-water-tragedy-mp-hc-to-hear-case-tomorrow-cong-delegation-to-visit-bhagirathpura-657225.html Mon, 05 Jan 2026 23:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/rajnath-singh-to-commission-coast-guards-pollution-control-vessel-tomorrow-657007.html New Delhi Jan 4 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will on Monday commission the Indian Coast Guardâs first inbuilt Pollution Control Vessel PCV Samudra Pratap in Goa an official said on Sunday An official message on ICGâs social media handle said âIndiaCoastGuard Ship Samudra Pratap the first of two Pollution Control Vessels will be commissioned by Honâble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh at goashipyardltd Goa on 05 Jan 26ââBuilt 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 ICGâs pollution response firefighting and maritime safety amp security capabilitiesâ 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 governmentâs Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives said an official of the Ministry of DefenceâSamudra Pratapâ 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 Guardâs 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 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/rajnath-singh-to-commission-coast-guards-pollution-control-vessel-tomorrow-657007.html Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/iaf-commemorates-25th-anniversary-of-tejas-lcas-first-flight-657017.html New Delhi Jan 4 The Indian Air Force on Sunday commemorated the 25th anniversary of home grown Tejas Light Combat Aircraftâs LCA historic first flight âOn the 25th anniversary of Tejas LCAs historic first flight IAF reflects on enduring partnership in building this fighter Congratulations to ADAs innovative scientists HALs skilled engineers brave IAF amp IN test pilotsengineers and all IAF personnel whove championed selfreliance Sky is the limitâ said the IAF in a post on social mediaThe historic first flight of Tejas occurred on January 4 2001 with Wing Commander Rajiv Kothiyal piloting the Technology Demonstrator TD1 from Bengaluruâs HAL AirportThis flight initiated the flight testing phase for the aircraft eventually leading to its induction into the Indian Air Force and the development of advanced variants like the Tejas Mk1AThe government had established the Light Combat Aircraft LCA programme in 1983 with the initial goal of developing a new light combat aircraft to replace the ageing fleet of the IAFHindustan Aeronautics Limited HAL recently secured a major order for 97 additional LCA Tejas Mk1A fighters in a deal worth over Rs 62370 crore finalised in late 2025 adding to existing orders for 83 jetsIn May 2025 the first centre fuselage assembly for Tejas Mk1A was handed over to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited HAL by VEM Technologies in HyderabadThe handover took place in the presence of Secretary Defence Production Sanjeev Kumar and Chairman and Managing Director CMD of HAL Dr D K Sunil This event marked for the first time a major subassembly for the LCA Tejas being manufactured by a private Indian companyEarlier in March 2025 Aeronautical Development Agency ADA successfully conducted testlaunch of homegrown ASTRA Beyond Visual Range AirtoAir Missile BVRAAM from LCA AF MK1 prototype fighter aircraft The test launch was carried out on March 12 2025 off the coast of Chandipur OdishaThe testfiring successfully demonstrated the direct hit of the missile on flying target All the subsystems performed accurately meeting all mission parameters and objectives ASTRA missile is designed and developed by DRDO capable of engaging the targets over 100km and equipped with advanced guidance and navigation capabilities allowing missile to destroy targets with greater accuracy The missile is already inducted into the Indian Air ForceIn the same month the Defence BioEngineering amp Electro Medical Laboratory DEBEL a Bengalurubased lab under the Defence Research and Development Organisation DRDO successfully conducted highaltitude trials of the Indigenous OnBoard Oxygen Generating System OBOGSbased Integrated Life Support System ILSS for the LCA Tejas aircraftThe OBOGSbased ILSS is a cuttingedge system designed to generate and regulate breathable oxygen for pilots during flight eliminating dependence on traditional liquid oxygen cylinderbased systemsThe ILSS underwent rigorous testing on the LCAPrototype Vehicle3 aircraft of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited HALAeronautical Development Agency ADA meeting stringent aeromedical standards in varied flight conditions including altitudes of up to 50000 feet Above Mean Sea Level and highG manoeuvres IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/iaf-commemorates-25th-anniversary-of-tejas-lcas-first-flight-657017.html Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/rajnath-singh-to-commission-coast-guards-pollution-control-vessel-today-657074.html New Delhi Jan 5 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will commission the Indian Coast Guardâs first inbuilt Pollution Control Vessel PCV Samudra Pratap in Goa on Monday An official message on ICGâs social media handle said âIndiaCoastGuard Ship Samudra Pratap the first of two Pollution Control Vessels will be commissioned by Honâble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh at goashipyardltd Goa on 05 Jan 26ââBuilt 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 ICGâs pollution response firefighting and maritime safety amp security capabilitiesâ 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 governmentâs Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives said an official of the Ministry of DefenceâSamudra Pratapâ 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 Guardâs 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 IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/rajnath-singh-to-commission-coast-guards-pollution-control-vessel-today-657074.html Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/security/two-injured-in-blasts-in-manipurs-bishnupur-district-657115.html Imphal Jan 5 At least two persons including a woman were injured in two consecutive explosions in Manipurâs Bishnupur district on Monday officials said A police official in Imphal said that the first blast suspected to have been triggered by a locally made Improvised Explosive Device IED occurred at an abandoned house at Ngaukon village under the Phougakchao police station areaThe residents of the abandoned house are currently living in a relief camp since ethnic violence broke out in Manipur in May 2023According to the police official the second explosion occurred around 200 metres away from the first blast when villagers gathered at the spot after hearing about the earlier explosionTwo persons injured with splinters identified as Sanatomba Singh and Indubala Devi were shifted to a government hospital Police said their injuries are not serious Immediately after the explosions security forces led by senior police officials launched a combing operation to nab those responsible for the IED blastsAn irate mob also damaged a makeshift security bunker in the vicinity accusing the security forces of failing to prevent the blasts and arrest those responsible for the incidentMeanwhile security forces in joint operations during the past 24 hours arrested five militants of different outlawed outfits from three districts Thoubal Bishnupur and Imphal West and recovered arms and ammunitionThe arrested militants belonged to the Kangleipak Communist Party KCP and the Peopleâs Liberation Army PLA and its sister outfit the Revolutionary Peopleâs Front RPFPolice said the arrested militants were involved in the forcible collection of subscriptions from contractors government staff local residents and tradersIn separate joint operations security forces also recovered arms and ammunition from Imphal East and Churachandpur districts The recovered items included one SelfLoading Rifle one sniper rifle with telescopic daylight scope one singlebarrel gun two 9mm pistols with magazines two 32 pistols with magazines and two countrymade SBBL gunsBesides these arms a large cache of ammunition around 100 kg of explosives grenades wireless sets and other materials were also recoveredSecurity forces comprising central and state agencies continue extensive crackdowns against militants with search operations and area domination drives underway in fringe mixedpopulated and vulnerable areas across districtsA total of 111 nakascheckpoints have been set up across Manipur in both valley and hill districts to curb the illegal movement of inimical elements and suspicious vehicles Security forces have also been providing escorts to vehicles including trucks carrying essential commodities along the ImphalJiribam National Highway NH37Strict security arrangements and convoy protection continue in sensitive stretches to ensure the safe movement of vehicles IANS https://dailyworld.in/security/two-injured-in-blasts-in-manipurs-bishnupur-district-657115.html Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:43:00 +0530 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