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  Why the Siliguri Corridor's 120-acre Chicken's Neck stretch is vital for India's security? Explained

  Explainers | May 20, 2026 12:51 IST

  The Siliguri Corridor gained renewed focus as Bengal CM Shubhendu Adhikari handed over 120 acres of key land to the BSF within days of taking charge. The transfer will accelerate highway and railway projects, ensure faster military movement and boost connectivity to the Northeast.

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  WhatsApp gets Private AI chats as Meta launches Incognito mode for Meta AI

  Technology | May 14, 2026 11:03 IST

  Meta has announced Incognito Chat with Meta AI, a new privacy-focused feature that enables the users to have completely private conversations with AI on WhatsApp and the Meta AI app.

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  WhatsApp Premium subscription update: More pinned chats, themes, ringtones expected

  Technology | April 21, 2026 16:36 IST

  WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new paid subscription called WhatsApp Plus that focuses on cosmetic and personalisation features rather than major functional upgrades. The premium plan may offer custom themes, icons, ringtones, expanded chat pinning, and list customisation.

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  New smartphone setup guide: Turn on these safety features to protect your data

  Technology | March 26, 2026 19:45 IST

  Before using your new smartphone, it’s important to enable key security features to protect your data and track your device in case of theft or loss. The government’s cybersecurity body I4C has advised users to complete essential safety setups on both Android and iPhones.

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  CM Yogi warns against disrupting harmony in UP, calls for extra vigilance ahead of festivities

  Uttar Pradesh | March 19, 2026 9:26 IST

  Yogi Adityanath issued a firm warning against any attempt to disturb communal harmony in Uttar Pradesh as major festivals approach. During a high-level review, he directed officials to ensure strict security, crowd management and compliance with loudspeaker rules.

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  What is Iran's NOPO force? Know about elite unit deployed to guard Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

  World | March 13, 2026 13:20 IST

  Iran has deployed its elite NOPO force to protect new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei after the assassination of his father Ali Khamenei in a US Israeli strike in Tehran. The specialised unit, known for its ruthless internal security operations, is now responsible for the new leader’s safety.

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  CERT-In warns Indian users of serious security flaws in trend Micro Apex One

  Technology | March 02, 2026 16:24 IST

  CERT-In has issued a critical cybersecurity warning for Trend Micro Apex One users, citing multiple vulnerabilities that could allow remote attacks and privilege escalation. Organisations are urged to apply security patches immediately to prevent data breaches and system compromise.

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  Elon Musk sparks privacy debate, calls WhatsApp ‘not secure’ as lawsuit targets Meta

  Technology | January 27, 2026 17:28 IST

  Elon Musk has raised concerns over WhatsApp’s security after a new lawsuit accused Meta of misleading users about message privacy. WhatsApp chief Will Cathcart has strongly denied the claims.

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  Republic Day security tightened as drone attack threat issued for Punjab, J-K and Rajasthan borders

  India | January 23, 2026 10:43 IST

  A fresh security alert has been issued ahead of Republic Day, warning of possible drone, paraglider and hang glider attacks along the Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir and Rajasthan borders. Intelligence agencies have flagged the possibility of terrorists using aerial routes to smuggle weapons.

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  Heightened patrolling, advanced surveillance: Security tightened across Delhi ahead of R-Day

  Delhi | January 18, 2026 20:42 IST

  The New Delhi District Police have issued a call for public vigilance, urging citizens to report any suspicious activity immediately to nearby police personnel or by dialing 112.

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  Government flags new Android vulnerability, urges users to update phones

  Technology | January 14, 2026 21:17 IST

  CERT-In warns Android users to install the January 2026 security patch after a Dolby-related vulnerability puts unupdated phones at risk.

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  Amit Shah holds security review meet on JK, orders mission-mode crackdown on terror infrastructure

  India | January 08, 2026 22:18 IST

  The Home Minister said that the Modi government was working towards establishing lasting peace in Jammu and Kashmir by eradicating terrorism completely from the union territory.

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  Hijab controversy: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's security tightened after intelligence inputs

  Bihar | December 18, 2025 23:49 IST

  Security for Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has been strengthened following a political storm over an alleged hijab-related incident at a public event in Patna. The move was taken after intelligence agencies shared inputs amid strong criticism from Opposition parties.

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  WhatsApp begins rolling out Ads in Status and Channels: How it affects you

  Technology | December 10, 2025 19:33 IST

  WhatsApp is preparing to expand ads across its Status and Channels sections, allowing more users to see sponsored content inside the Updates tab. While ads won’t appear in private chats, they will help promote businesses and allow users to discover products or services.

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  Google’s new Android Safety feature warns users when opening banking apps during unknown calls

  Technology | December 08, 2025 19:01 IST

  Google is developing a new Android safety feature that alerts users if they open banking or payment apps while they are on a call with an unknown number. This comes as online financial fraud and scam-call cases surge across India.

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  MK Stalin, actors Ajith Kumar, Aravind Swamy, Khushbu get bomb threats, security tightened

  November 17, 2025 10:24 IST

  The threat email was also sent to the office of the Director General of Police (DGP) which prompted the immediate security checks at all four locations.

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  Quick Heal launches AI-powered antivirus with dark web monitoring and fraud protection

  Technology | November 13, 2025 10:45 IST

  Quick Heal unveiled its Total Security Version 26, featuring AI-based threat detection, fraud prevention, and dark web monitoring. It introduces the SIA security assistant for easy guidance and the metaProtect dashboard, supporting Windows 8, 10, and 11 users across 32-bit and 64-bit systems.

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  Security for Bageshwar Baba's yatra beefed up after Delhi blast; bomb squads deployed

  India | November 12, 2025 7:49 IST

  Following the blast near Red Fort in Delhi that killed 12 people and left 20 others injured, security for Bageshwar Baba Santan Ekta Yatra has been increased.

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  Bihar Elections Phase 2: Huge contingent of security forces deployed, border sealed ahead of polling

  Bihar | November 10, 2025 7:07 IST

  Bihar is gearing up for Phase 2 polling on Tuesday across 122 seats. Security has been scaled up significantly with the border sealed and extensive central and state forces deployed. Seven districts along the Nepal border remain under heightened vigilance.

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  Tej Pratap Yadav gets Y+ security cover after recent face off with RJD workers in Bihar

  Bihar | November 09, 2025 16:49 IST

  RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav’s elder son, Tej Pratap Yadav, has been granted Y-Plus category security by the central government.