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Government approves Modernisation Plan-IV for Central Armed Police Forces
New Delhi, April 2: The Government on Wednesday approved Modernisation Plan-IV for Central Armed Police Forces (i.e., BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB), AR, and NSG with a total financial outlay of 1523 crore, in continuation of Modernization Plan-III, as per a release.
83,668 WhatsApp accounts used for Digital Arrest blocked: Home Ministry
New Delhi, March 25: The ‘Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre’ (I4C) set up by the Ministry of Home Affairs has identified and blocked more than 83,668 WhatsApp accounts and 3,962 Skype IDs used for Digital Arrest, the Parliament was informed on Tuesday.
India will be free of Naxalism in a year, government will not tolerate terrorism: Amit Shah
New Delhi, March 22: Noting that the country will be free of Naxalism in a year, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Modi government will neither tolerate terrorism nor terrorists and no one dares to carry out bomb blasts in the country, as happened during the UPA government.
Sanjay Raut says Maharashtra is burning after Manipur, blames Aurangzeb grave issue
New Delhi, March 21: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Friday, during a discussion in the Rajya Sabha on the working of the Ministry of Home Affairs, made sharp remarks regarding the politics surrounding the name of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.
BJP government in Chhattisgarh has demonstrated change in approach, number of active Naxals has come down by over 2600: Amit Shah
New Delhi, March 21: Emphasising the committment of the BJP-led alliance to end the problem of Naxalism, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Friday that 2,619 Naxalites were arrested, surrendered, or killed in the past over a year due to approach of BJP government which came to power in Chhattisgarh in December 2023.
Naxalism will be eliminated from the country by March 31, 2026: Amit Shah in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, March 21: Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday outlined the steps taken by the BJP-led government to strengthen internal security and said Naxalism will be eliminated from the country by March 31, 2026.
Home Minister Amit Shah hails security forces for crushing blow to Maoists
New Delhi/Raipur, March 20: In a major victory against Maoist insurgents, security forces have successfully eliminated 22 Left Wing Extremists in two separate encounters across Bijapur and Kanker districts of Chhattisgarh.
I am not here with anyone's mercy, I have won elections seven times: Amit Shah
New Delhi, March 19: Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday that he is not in his position with anyone's mercy but has earned it by winning elections seven times.
Maharashtra MoS Home Yogesh Kadam vows action over Nagpur violence, focus on safety
Mumbai, March 19: Maharashtra's Minister of State for Home, Yogesh Kadam, has condemned the recent violence in Nagpur, stating that it is a very serious matter.
Under PM Modi, govt committed to provide citizens a speedy, transparent justice system: HM Shah
Guwahati, March 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Central government is committed to providing the citizens with a speedy and transparent justice system. He emphasised that to strengthen law and order, it is essential to register crimes without any delay.
HM Shah to hold review meet with NE CMs on 3 new criminal laws
Guwahati/Agartala, March 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will hold a meeting with the Chief Ministers of eight northeastern states in Guwahati on Sunday to review the implementation of three new criminal laws, which replaced the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and other laws in July last year, officials said.
HM Shah inaugurates Lachit Barphukan police academy in Assam
Guwahati, March 15: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday inaugurated the Lachit Barphukan Police Academy in Assam's Dergaon, marking a significant step towards enhancing law enforcement infrastructure in the northeastern region.
Home Ministry gives nod to prosecute Sisodia, Jain facing graft allegations
New Delhi, March 13: In a fresh trouble for former Delhi ministers Manish Sisodia and Satyendar Jain, facing allegations of wrongdoings in connection with Education and PWD departments, the Ministry of Home Affairs has given its approval to proceed against them in corruption cases.
HM Shah to formally shift Assam Rifles complex in Aizawl to Zokhawsang on March 15
Aizawl, March 12: The much expected shifting of Assam Rifles establishments from Aizawl to Zokhawsang would be formally accomplished by Union Home Minister Amit Shah during his visit to Mizoram on March 15, an official said on Wednesday.
Union MoS Nityanand Rai highlights government's efforts to combat terror, upgrade NIA
New Delhi, March 13: Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai highlighted the Union government's efforts in combating terrorism and upgrading the National Investigation Agency by expanding the purview of crimes under its jurisdiction.
Centre approves scheme of modernization of Police with outlay of Rs 4846 crore: MoS Nityanand Rai
New Delhi, March 11: Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on Tuesday in Lok Sabha said that the central government has approved a scheme of 'Assistance to States and Union Territories for Modernization of Police (ASUMP)' [erstwhile scheme of Modernization of State Police Forces (MPF)] with an overall outlay of Rs 4846 crore for five years during the period from 2021-22 to 2025-26.
No plan to create police district for Uri in J-K: Centre tells Parliament
New Delhi, March 11: There is no proposal under consideration to create a new police district for Uri in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said on Tuesday in the Lok Sabha.
DGPs four states hold brainstorming workshop on 'Standardisation of Police Training Curriculum'
Jaipur, March 10: The Central Intelligence Training Institute (CITI), Jaipur, organised a one-day workshop on "Standardisation of Police Training Curriculum" at its campus on Monday. The event focused on the modernisation, harmonisation, and value addition in police training curricula across states.
Home Ministry monitoring situation: J&K LoP on recovery of three bodies in Kathua
Jammu, March 10: Sunil Sharma, the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in J&K raised concerns over the growing incidents of crime, particularly referring to the recovery of three dead bodies from Kathua and said that such incidents of crime won't be tolerated at any cost.
Union Home Secretary reviews security in J&K
Jammu, March 10: Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan on Sunday chaired a top-level security review meeting on J&K which was attended by senior officers of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), paramilitary forces, J&K Police and intelligence officials of the Union Territory.
Manipur: Meiti women protest, urge Amit Shah to end the two-year-old turmoil
Imphal, March 9: Meiti women from three localities in Thongju Assembly Constituency staged a sit-in protest at Thongju Bokul Makhong Village, urging Union Home Minister to restore peace in Manipur.
Deep conspiracy to spoil atmosphere, says Jitendra Singh on killing of 3 civilians by terrorists
Jammu, March 9: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said on Sunday that three missing persons of Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district have been killed by terrorists, and it was a matter of grave concern.
CISF ready with security road map for all ports in country
New Delhi, March 6: In a bid to strengthen the security of India's vast coastline, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has meticulously crafted a security road map for all ports across the country, the force made the revelation a day ahead of its 56th Raising Day.
HM Shah to virtually flag off CISF cycle rally in Tamil Nadu on March 7
Chennai, March 4: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will virtually flag off a cycle rally organised by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on March 7 as part of its 56th Raising Day celebrations.
Bangladesh: Home Ministry rejects proposal of Police Commission, refuses to let go its control
Dhaka, March 3: Bangladesh leadership has rejected the idea of a Police Commission, refusing to let go of its control over the law enforcers, local media reported on Monday.
Amit Shah orders free movement of people in Manipur from March 8
New Delhi, March 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah directed authorities on Saturday to ensure the free movement of people on all roads in Manipur starting March 8, warning them of strict action against those creating obstructions.
Delhi: LG assures time-bound action on HM Shah's directions on security
New Delhi, March 1: Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena on Saturday assured quick compliance with Union Home Minister Amit Shah's directions on improving law and order in Delhi, including action against Bangladeshis, better security for women and prevention of traffic jams.
Govt committed to restoring lasting peace in Manipur, says HM Shah; reviews security with Guv, top officials
New Delhi/Imphal, March 1: In a bid to restore peace and normalcy, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday reviewed the overall security situation in Manipur. During the meeting, HM Shah said that the Centre, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, remains fully committed to restoring lasting peace in Manipur and is providing all necessary assistance in this regard.
Amit Shah chairs meeting on Manipur, directs free movement of public on all routes from Mar 8
New Delhi, March 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday chaired a high-level review meeting in the national capital on the security situation in Manipur and directed that from March 8, free movement of the public should be ensured on all routes in Manipur.
Amit Shah orders action against Bangladeshis in Delhi; seeks water-logging action plan
New Delhi, Feb 28: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday directed Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta to prepare a 'Monsoon Action Plan' to deal with water-logging by and asked Delhi Police to step up action against the network of Bangladeshi and Rohingya intruders.
Amit Shah chairs high-level meeting on Delhi law and order situation
New Delhi, February 28: Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a crucial meeting to review the law and order situation in the national capital on Friday.
CM Rekha Gupta arrives to attend meeting on Delhi law and order situation
New Delhi, February 28: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta arrived at the North Block office of the Ministry of Home Affairs on Friday to attend a meeting aimed at reviewing the law and order situation in the national capital.
Home Ministry seeks President's approval for prosecution of former Delhi Minister Satyendra Jain
New Delhi, February 14: Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has requested the President's approval to prosecute former Delhi Minister Satyendra Kumar Jain under Section 218 of Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, sources said.
Maoist violence in Chhattisgarh down by 47 pc in 14 years: Nityanand Rai
New Delhi, Feb 11: Violence perpetrated by Left Wing Extremists (LWE) has reduced in Chhattisgarh by 47 per cent in 2024 -- with 122 incidents -- in comparison to the high levels of 2010 which saw 499 incidents, Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said on Tuesday.
HM Shah reiterates govt's resolve to end LWE by March 31 next year
New Delhi, Feb 9: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday reiterated the government's resolve to eradicate Left Wing Extremism (LWE) from the country by March 31, 2026.
Amit Shah chairs high-level security review meeting on Jammu and Kashmir
Srinagar, February 5: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday presided over a high-level security review meeting to assess the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir.
Centre released Rs 146.42 crore to West Bengal under Border Area Development Programme: Govt
New Delhi, February 4: Union Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on Tuesday said that the Centre has released funds worth Rs 146.42 crore under the Border Area Development Programme (BADP) to the West Bengal government since 2019-20.
New criminal laws: HM Shah wants two forensic vans in each Gujarat district
New Delhi, Jan 30: Suggesting at least two forensic evidence mobile vans in every district, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the implementation of the three new criminal laws in Gujarat at a meeting with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel in New Delhi on Thursday.
Amit Shah chairs meeting with Gujarat CM on implementation of three criminal laws in state
New Delhi, January 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday chaired a review meeting on the implementation of three new criminal laws in Gujarat with state Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel.
CISF to establish first women's reserve battalion in Haryana's Nuh
New Delhi January 28: In a landmark move towards strengthening women's representation and operational capability, Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is set to establish its first women reserve battalion in Haryana's Nuh district.