Ministry Of Home Affairs: News
Saif's enemy property case: How ancestor's migration can cost you
In a groundbreaking judgment, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has declared that a large part of Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan's ancestral property in Bhopal is "enemy property" under the Enemy Property Act, 1968.
Google launches its 'Safety Charter' in India: What is it?
Google has launched its Safety Charter in India, its largest market outside the US.
You can soon use Starlink's satellite internet services in India
Elon Musk's Starlink is on the verge of launching its satellite internet services in India.
What's 'Operation Shield' that India will conduct on May 31
India's Ministry of Home Affairs has announced a regional civil defense exercise, "Operation Shield," to be held on May 31.
Centre notifies guidelines for sale of walkie-talkie, radio online
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has released new guidelines to regulate the sale and illegal listing of radio equipment, including walkie-talkies, on e-commerce platforms.
Over 150 people duped of ₹1cr using fake Trump app
In a shocking case of cyber fraud, over 150 people in Karnataka have been cheated of more than ₹1 crore by scammers.
Director general-level talks between India and Pakistan delayed
The planned talks between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMO) of India and Pakistan have been deferred, according to multiple reports.
Home Ministry asks states, UTs to invoke emergency powers
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has written to chief secretaries and administrators of all states and Union Territories asking them to invoke emergency powers under civil defense rules for efficient implementation of necessary precautionary measures.
Airports, schools shut in border states; Punjab cancels officers' leaves
The Indian government has directed a temporary shutdown of 21 airports in North and Northwestern India a day after it launched 'Operation Sindoor,' a massive military campaign against terrorist networks in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK).
Nationwide drills to begin today at 4pm; check details here
India will hold a nationwide mock drill on Wednesday at 4:00pm to test the country's disaster response and sensitize local authorities to possible emergencies.
Nationwide civil defense drill on May 7: What to expect
Amid heightened tensions with Pakistan resulting from the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 Indians, the government of India has declared a nationwide civil defense mock drill.
Several states to conduct mock drills on Wednesday—first since 1971
Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, the Indian government has ordered a security drill in several states on Wednesday (May 7).
Allahabad HC dismisses PIL alleging Rahul Gandhi holds dual citizenship
The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad has dismissed a PIL alleging that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi holds a dual citizenship.
India blocks Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's YouTube channel
India has blocked the official YouTube channel of Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
'Terrorists, not militants': Centre opposes BBC's reporting on Pahalgam attack
India has lodged a strong protest against the BBC's description of the recent Pahalgam terror attack.
BJP accuses TMC of defaming widow of Pahalgam attack victim
BJP IT Cell Chief Amit Malviya has accused the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress (TMC) of trying to defame the widow of a victim from the recent Pahalgam terror attack.
Telangana police start deportation of 33 Pakistani nationals
The Telangana police have started the deportation of 33 Pakistani nationals on orders of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
New, high-quality fake ₹500 notes in circulation; How to identify
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has sounded an alert on a new variant of fake ₹500 notes in circulation in the market.
Many Indian government websites are now accessible via Hindi URLs
Several Indian government websites have switched to a Hindi web address.
Centre given 4 weeks to decide on Rahul Gandhi's citizenship
The Allahabad High Court has given the Indian government four weeks to decide on Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's citizenship status.
India revises list of 67 banned terrorist, unlawful organizations
India's Home Ministry has issued a fresh list of 67 organizations banned under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967.
'Security cordon bigger than Trump's': Kejriwal's opulent convoy draws criticism
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal has been reprimanded by political leaders from Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Congress, and even his own party for his lavish security convoy on a trip to Punjab.
Shah orders free movement in Manipur, action against peace disrupters
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has ordered that free movement of people be ensured on all roads in Manipur from March 8, 2025.
Who is Gyanesh Kumar, India's newly appointed chief election commissioner
Gyanesh Kumar was appointed as India's new chief election commissioner (CEC), succeeding Rajiv Kumar, on Monday.
Dalai Lama's security upgraded to Z-category after threat intel
The Indian government has upgraded the security of the Dalai Lama to Z-category, after intelligence reports indicated possible threats, India Today reported, citing sources.
HC summons 2 claimants of Padma Shri having same name
The Orissa High Court is hearing a peculiar case of two people named Antaryami Mishra, both of whom claim to be the legitimate winners of the 2023 Padma Shri award.
Modi government mulling law to regulate online gaming, gambling: Report
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is planning to frame a new law to regulate online gaming, gambling, betting, and lotteries, as per CNBC-TV18.
Budget 2025: Border security gets massive 87% jump in funds
The Union Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 has allocated ₹2,33,211 crore to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), ₹12,840 crore more than last year.
J&K village bans spring water use amid mysterious deaths
Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have banned the use of spring water in Badhal village of Rajouri district after 17 residents died under mysterious circumstances.
Centre cancels on-site probe into Tirupati incidents after backlash
The Central Government has withdrawn its decision to hold an on-site investigation into recent incidents at Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh.
Pannun assassination plot: Indian panel recommends action against ex-spy
A high-level committee set up by the Indian government has recommended action against a former Indian intelligence officer for allegedly orchestrating a foiled plot to assassinate Khalistani terrorist Gurupatwant Singh Pannun.
Government introduces 2 e-student visa categories for international students
The Ministry of Home Affairs in India has launched two new categories of electronic visas, the "e-student visa" and the "e-student-x visa."
Starlink internet—not operational in India—is being used in Manipur: Report
Elon Musk's satellite-based internet service, Starlink, is being used by terrorist groups in Manipur to circumvent government-imposed internet shutdowns, reported The Guardian.
Meet MuleHunter AI, RBI's solution to rising mule account fraud
The Reserve Bank of India Innovation Hub (RBIH), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has launched MuleHunter AI, an advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning model.
NSG to be stationed in Jammu amid rising terror attacks
In the wake of rising terror attacks, a special task force of the National Security Guard (NSG) will be permanently stationed in Jammu, sources reveal.
'Rahul Gandhi holds dual citizenship': HC seeks Centre's response
The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court has asked the central government to respond to a petition which alleged that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has dual citizenship with the United Kingdom.
Manipuri woman tortured before being set afire: Autopsy
The autopsy report of a 31-year-old woman, who was killed in an attack in Manipur's Jiribam district, has revealed horrific injuries.
Watch: CCTV shows moment huge explosion ripped through Delhi school
CCTV footage of the moment a huge explosion ripped through the wall of a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) public school in the Prashant Vihar area of Delhi's Rohini has surfaced.
Gurugram Police arrests duo for running job scam pan-India
The Gurugram Police have arrested a man and a woman for cheating several people, on the pretext of providing them jobs in a pharmaceutical company.
CBI chargesheets Karti Chidambaram in Chinese visa 'scam' case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a charge sheet against Congress MP Karti Chidambaram and others in an alleged bribery case.
Deepfake victim Rashmika Mandanna named National Ambassador for Cyber Safety
The Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs has roped in popular actor Rashmika Mandanna as the National Ambassador for Promoting Cyber Safety.
BrahMos Aerospace announces reservations for Agniveers: Here's why
BrahMos Aerospace Pvt Ltd. (BAPL), an Indo-Russian joint venture, has announced that it will reserve at least 15% of its technical vacancies and half of its administrative and security roles for Agniveers.
IAS officer Dharmendra appointed as Delhi's new chief secretary
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has appointed IAS officer Dharmendra as Delhi's new chief secretary.
Home Ministry announces five new districts in Ladakh
The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced the formation of five new districts in the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh.
Government considering caste count in next census: Report
The Indian government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is reportedly contemplating the inclusion of a caste count in the upcoming Census.
CRPF officer killed in terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officer was killed when terrorists opened fire on a patrol party in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, on Monday.
'Nevin won't return...': UPSC aspirant's father demands strict action
Delvin Suresh, the father of 28-year-old Nevin Delvin—one of the three students who died in a basement flooding incident at Delhi's Rau IAS Study Circle, has demanded strict action against those responsible for his son's death.
BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj joins New Delhi Municipal Council
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has officially appointed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Bansuri Swaraj as a member of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC).
Delhi Airport launches India's first 'Fast Track Immigration' program
Delhi Airport has become the first in India to implement the 'Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme' (FTI-TTP).
Which minister got which portfolio in Modi's new Cabinet?
The portfolios of 71 MPs who took oaths as ministers on Sunday have been announced.
3 hotels in Bengaluru receive bomb threat emails
Three prominent hotels in Bengaluru received bomb threat emails on Thursday, following which police and bomb disposal teams were pressed into service.
'Nobody can remove CAA...': PM Modi attacks Congress, SP
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday defended the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) during a poll rally in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh.
Centre issues first set of citizenship certificates under CAA
Over two months after notifying rules for the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), the Ministry of Home Affairs on Wednesday issued the first set of citizenship certificates under the law to 14 people.
Delhi L-G VK Saxena recommends NIA probe against Arvind Kejriwal
Delhi's Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Monday demanded a National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe against Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for allegedly accepting political funding from banned pro-Khalistan terror outfit, "Sikhs for Justice."
'Goldy Brar is alive': US police dismiss gangster's death reports
The police in the United States have denied reports that Goldy Brar, the prime suspect in the murder case of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala, was on Wednesday killed in a shootout in Fresno, California.
Arjuna Awardee paramilitary officer faces dismissal over sexual harassment charges
Khajan Singh, a top Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officer, is facing potential dismissal due to sexual harassment allegations by multiple women.
Fire erupts at Ministry of Home Affairs office, no casualties
A fire broke out on the second floor of the north block of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) office on Tuesday.
Nagaland outfit threatens to abstain from polling, writes to ECI
The Eastern Nagaland Peoples' Organization (ENPO), a representative body of seven Naga tribes, has decided not to participate in the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections.
Cambodia cyber slavery case: 250 Indians rescued, thousands still trapped
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has rescued and repatriated approximately 250 Indian citizens who were victims of a cyber employment scam in Cambodia.
India rescues 'cyber slaves' forced into fraud schemes in Cambodia
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it was rescuing its citizens who had been lured into work only to be forced to participate in cyber fraud schemes in Cambodia.
Indian government extends Armed Forces Act in Nagaland
The Indian Central Government has decided to extend the implementation of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, in eight specific districts and 21 police jurisdictions in Nagaland.
Opposition attacks Narendra Modi government over CAA
Opposition parties have lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government for implementing the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 (CAA).
Explained: CAA implementation does not cover tribal areas in Northeast
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government on Monday evening officially notified the Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2024.
3 new criminal laws to take effect from July 1
The three new criminal laws, which replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), and Evidence Act, 1872, will take effect on July 1, the government notified on Saturday.
Armed forces recruitment exam in 13 regional languages, says MHA
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Sunday announced that it will conduct the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) constable (general duty) examination in 13 regional languages, in addition to Hindi and English.