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Census 2027: Centre notifies 40 questions for Census population enumeration phase, read full list of questions here

The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified forty questions for the Census of India 2027. These questions will be asked by Census officers for household information collection. The first phase covered houselisting and housing details in January. The second phase in February 2027 will collect demographic and socio-economic data. This…

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Govt committed to phased implementation of 'PRAHAAR' strategy: MHA

India's PRAHAAR strategy is being rolled out progressively, focusing on counter-terrorism efforts in a structured manner. The initiative aims to prevent terror acts while enhancing responses through intelligence collaboration, safeguarding key infrastructures, and ensuring the coordination of law enforcement at all levels. It incorporates advanced technology and is committed to…

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Cyber fraud crackdown: Centre blocks over 3,700 mobile apps, saves Rs 11,158 crore

The government has blocked 3,718 mobile applications by June 30, 2026. Over Rs 11,158 crore has been saved through 32.80 lakh fraud complaints. A suspect registry was launched, declining transactions worth Rs 25,698 crore. Standard operating procedures are in place for efficient complaint handling. Awareness campaigns aim to educate citizens…

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Gyanesh Bharti named Andaman and Nicobar chief secretary after ECI stint

Gyanesh Bharti has been appointed Chief Secretary of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. He was repatriated from central deputation to his parent cadre. This appointment follows his return from a Deputy Election Commissioner role. Manoj Kumar Dwivedi was also appointed Chairperson of the New Delhi Municipal Council. These appointments were made…

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MHA bans new solar, wind projects within 1 km of India’s borders

New guidelines prohibit renewable energy projects within one kilometer of border areas. Sensitive zones extend fifty kilometers, requiring defense ministry clearance for some. Foreign staff require central government permission for project implementation. Land transfers to foreign companies need prior government approval. Comprehensive security measures and police posts are mandated for…

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Over 1 lakh senior citizens, 4.63 lakh women lodged financial cyber fraud complaints amounting to Rs 7,769 crore in 2025: Govt

Over one lakh senior citizens and four lakh women reported financial cyber fraud in 2025. These victims collectively lost over seven thousand crore rupees to fraudsters. The Ministry of Home Affairs shared this data based on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal. Police and public order remain state subjects, with…

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India brought back 274 fugitives from 36 countries in seven years through technology-driven action: Govt

India repatriated 274 fugitives from 36 countries between 2019 and July 2026, compared with an average of four a year during 2004-13, the government said. It also attached assets worth ₹17,874 crore and highlighted technology-led coordination to speed up extradition efforts.

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Supreme Court pushes Centre to define 'digital arrest' as standalone crime with tougher punishment amid rising deepfakes, frauds & fake calls

SC on digital arrest: The Supreme Court suggested defining digital arrests as a standalone criminal offense. Existing laws may prove insufficient for evolving online crimes like deepfakes. The government is preparing a draft bill to address these emerging cyber threats. The court also indicated freezing accused persons' assets based on…

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FCRA renewal data: CIC says blanket denial appears 'misplaced', flags obstruction of RTI right

The Central Information Commission found the Home Ministry's denial of FCRA renewal data misplaced. It stated the CPIO obstructed the applicant's right to information. The Commission noted the exemption was invoked mechanically and without basis. The CPIO must now explain the delay and the blanket denial. A show-cause hearing has…

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MHA proposes recruitment rules for CEO, additional CEO posts at I4C; seeks stakeholder feedback till August 14

The Ministry of Home Affairs is proposing new recruitment rules for key leadership roles. These rules aim to strengthen India's cybercrime response capabilities significantly. One Chief Executive Officer and three Additional Chief Executive Officers will be appointed. These senior positions will function within the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre.

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In development since 2018, the My Hero Academia movie might just be the breath of fresh air the superhero genre needs.

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MHA issues fresh directions on singing, playing of National Anthem and National Song; asks states, ministries to ensure strict compliance

The Ministry of Home Affairs issued fresh directions to all state governments and central ministries. These directions reiterate existing rules governing the National Anthem and National Song. The ministry emphasized strict compliance with the prescribed norms for their rendition. It clarified the order of performance when both are sung together.…

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Inter-Ministerial Central Team surveys flood-hit Arunachal Pradesh; satellite images to aid assessment of inaccessible areas

A central team is assessing flood and landslide damage in Arunachal Pradesh. The team assured the state of full assistance from the Centre. Several areas remain inaccessible due to continuing heavy rainfall and blocked roads. Satellite imagery is being used to assess losses in remote locations. The assessment tour is…

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AI profiling of traffickers at airports, screening of students in varsities part of India's maiden drug control vision

India will deploy AI passenger profiling and drug screening in educational institutions. This national roadmap aims to combat drug trafficking over the next three years. The plan includes strengthening airport interdiction and establishing independent narcotic cells. Digital tracking of pharmaceutical drugs and regulating e-pharmacies are also key initiatives. The government…

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Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra not answerable to govt: Ministry of Home Affairs

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust operates autonomously, with no accountability to the Centre or Uttar Pradesh government, according to the Ministry of Home Affairs. This independent status was confirmed by the CIC, ruling the trust outside the RTI Act's purview. Ahead of a crucial July 6 meeting, the…

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Passport-holding NRIs qualify as 'citizens' under RTI, 2010 govt records show

Documents from 2010 reveal the Centre's interpretation of 'citizen' under the RTI Act, including Indian passport holders abroad but excluding OCIs and PIOs. This resurfaces as the legal status of Indian passports, whether proof of citizenship or a travel document, is debated. The MEA clarified passports are travel documents, not…

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MHA adds West Bengal's Haldia Seaport to immigration checkpoints list

Haldia seaport in West Bengal has officially been designated as an immigration checkpoint, becoming India's 41st such facility. This move by the Ministry of Home Affairs aims to streamline international passenger and crew movement through this crucial eastern maritime hub. The amendment to the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, signifies…

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MHA agency launches 2 portals to prevent cybercrimes, ensure justice for victims

The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre has launched two new portals. The Grievance Redressal Mechanism portal helps unfreeze wrongly frozen bank accounts. The Money Restoration Module portal facilitates the return of money lost to cyber fraud. These initiatives aim to provide timely relief to citizens affected by cybercrime.

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'Concentration of curry': Singapore blocks 14 anti-Indian posts likely from China

Singapore has ordered YouTube, Facebook, and X to block 14 posts targeting its Indian community and multiculturalism. The Ministry of Home Affairs stated the content, originating from overseas and likely China, aimed to sow discord by attacking the nation's multiracial society. These actions underscore Singapore's commitment to social cohesion and…

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Singapore blocks social media posts attacking Indian community

Singapore has ordered social media platforms to block 14 posts, likely from China, that targeted the Indian community and undermined the nation's multiculturalism. The government stated these foreign-originated videos attacked Singapore's multiracial society, aiming to divide people by race, which is unacceptable and a threat to social cohesion.

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NIA raids nine places in Bengal in Bhangar blast case

In pursuance of the MHA order, the NIA had taken over and registered the case related to the recovery of 79 crude bombs and other incriminating materials by the Kolkata police, which were being stored at a spot, thereby endangering human life and property.

The Economic Times

Centre sanctions CISF cover for NATGRID Bengaluru campus

The Central Industrial Security Force will now secure the NATGRID campus in Bengaluru. The Ministry of Home Affairs has sanctioned 76 posts for this critical national security infrastructure. NATGRID aggregates data for counter-terrorism operations. This deployment follows the CISF's recent takeover of security at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in Delhi. The…

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Ministry of Home Affairs issues 'Resolution' on forming high-level committee on demographic changes

India's Ministry of Home Affairs has formed a High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes. This committee will scientifically study population shifts across the nation. It will scrutinize challenges from illegal immigration and other unnatural factors. The panel will recommend policy and legal measures to safeguard national interests and social fabric.

The Economic Times

'Very serious': Kiren Rijiju asks Rahul Gandhi to disclose details of his foreign travels

Union minister Kiren Rijiju has called questions surrounding Rahul Gandhi's foreign trips and their funding very serious. He urged the Congress leader to share travel details with authorities to prevent potential legal action. The BJP had previously questioned the source of funds for Gandhi's numerous international visits, citing a discrepancy…

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From safeguard to weapon: The slow and steady evolution of FCRA

The journey of India’s Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), from a law meant to shield domestic politics from foreign influence to one being weaponised to reprimand civil society, reveals a striking truth about India today.

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