Nityanand Rai News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Under PM Modi, terrorism is about to end in India: Union Minister Nityanand Rai
Patna, April 10: Reacting to the extradition of 26/11 Mumbai attacks accused Tahawwur Rana, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on Thursday said that Centre has been keeping a close watch on people who are against the country since Prime Minister Narendra Modi assumed the office.
Developed India as a whole largely depends on NE states' development: Nityanand Rai
Aizawl, April 9: Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, on Wednesday asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi held the development of northeastern states as a priority, comprehending the fact that a developed India as a whole largely depends on the development of NE states.
Conspiracy to bring in infiltrators has mostly been happening during Congress govt: MoS Home Nityanand Rai
New Delhi, April 2: Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on Wednesday said that there has been a notable decrease in infiltration in the country, while the "conspiracy to bring in infiltrators has mostly been happening either during the Congress government or in West Bengal."
No issues with online payment module on Delhi Traffic Police website: MoS Nityanand Rai in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, April 2: Ministry of State Home Nityanand Rai on Wednesday said that currently there are no issues with the online payment module on the Delhi Traffic Police website.
MoS for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai highlights efforts to promote Hindi
New Delhi, April 2: Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, on Wednesday, highlighted the Ministry of Home Affairs' efforts to promote Hindi, ensuring compliance with constitutional provisions and accelerating its use in official work, in line with the Official Language Resolution of 1968.
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.
Grand Alliance leaders blind to the development taking place in Bihar: Rai
Patna, March 31: Minister of State for Home, Nityanand Rai, on Monday strongly criticised leaders of the Mahagathbandhan for their repeated claims that development is not taking place in Bihar.
662 border villages identified for development on priority under Vibrant Village programme: MoS Nityanand Rai in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, March 26: Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on Wednesday said that till date, 156 projects with a total cost of Rs 62.68 crore have been sanctioned to boost tourism under the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP).
'Govt focuses on strengthening border security with modernization': MHA to Lok Sabha
New Delhi, March 25: The government of India is committed to the construction and modernization of critical border infrastructure, such as fencing, border outposts, floodlights and roads, to enhance security along international borders, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) informed the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.
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.
49,189 scholarships disbursed for wards and widows of CAPF, State Police Personnel: MoS Nityanand Rai
New Delhi, March 11: Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on Tuesday in Parliament said that under the Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) a total of 49,189 scholarships have been disbursed for the wards and widows of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and State Police Personnel since its inception in 2006-07 until 2023-24.
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.
Lakshadweep: Local accommodation boards granted permission to allot quarters to contract employees
New Delhi, March 11: The Lakshadweep Administration has granted permission to the local accommodation boards in all islands to consider requests from contract employees for allotment of quarters, subject to availability, after allotting to the eligible regular employees as per the prevailing rules, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said on Tuesday in Parliament.
Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 introduced in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, March 11: The Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 was introduced in the Lok Sabha today by the Union Home Minister of State, Nityanand Rai. The bill aims to modernize and consolidate India's immigration laws.
Rai introduces Bill on foreigners' entry amid objections by Oppn members
New Delhi, March 11: Union Minister of State for Home, Nityanand Rai on Tuesday introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha, aiming to modernise and consolidate India’s immigration laws and replacing four different laws with a holistic one.
Joint regional official language conference for east and northeast regions held in Guwahati
Guwahati, March 5: The Joint Regional Official Language Conference and Award Distribution Ceremony for the East and Northeast regions, organized by the Department of Official Language, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, was held in Guwahati on Wednesday.
Emphasis on welfare of women, poor and youth: Union Minister Nityanand Rai on Bihar Budget
Patna, March 3: Union Minister Nityanand Rai said on Monday that the State Budget presented in the Bihar Legislative Assembly has focused on education and the welfare of women, the poor, and the youth.
Let us unite our efforts to elevate Hindi, says Rajasthan CM
Jaipur, Feb 17: Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Monday emphasised the collective responsibility of promoting Hindi, describing it as an essential medium of expression and a symbol of India's cultural heritage and national unity. He also called upon all to unite efforts to further elevate the popular language.
Union MoS Nityanand Rai honours brave Delhi Police personnel on 78th Raising Day
New Delhi, Feb 16: On the occasion of the 78th Raising Day of Delhi Police, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, awarded medals to police personnel who displayed exceptional bravery in their duties.
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.
All 17,166 police stations in India using Crime and Criminal Tracking Network: Govt
New Delhi, February 4: All 17,166 police stations across the country are connected and using the centralised Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and System (CCTNS), Union Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai informed the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.
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.
Nearly 864 km of India-Bangladesh border yet to be fenced: MoS Nityanand Rai
New Delhi, February 4: In response to queries raised by Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Sajda Ahmed over the fencing of the India-Bangladesh border, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said that nearly 864.482 kilometres of the border was yet to be fenced and it includes a length of 174.514 km of non-feasible gap.
Whole country is proud of ITBP: Union MoS Nityanand Rai
Bhubaneshwar, January 8: Union Minister Nityanand Rai on Tuesday expressed that the whole country is proud of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) force, for their significant contributions to border security, internal security, and public service.
Odisha: Union Minister Nityanand Rai attends the 63rd ITBP Raising day ceremony
Khordha, January 7: The 63rd ITBP Raising Day Ceremony was celebrated in Khorda on Tuesday, featuring a parade. ITBP jawans showcased their skills during demonstrations for rescue operations and counter-terrorism actions.
Odisha: Union Minister Nityanand Rai attends the 63rd ITBP Raising day ceremony
Khordha, January 7: The 63rd ITBP Raising Day Ceremony was celebrated in Khorda on Tuesday, featuring a parade. ITBP jawans showcased their skills during demonstrations for rescue operations and counter-terrorism actions.