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  Two wanted fugitives Kamlesh Parekh and Aalok Kumar brought back to India from UAE in fraud case

  India | May 02, 2026 12:58 IST

  The extraditions were made possible through close coordination between Indian agencies and UAE authorities, along with support from INTERPOL.

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  Padma awards 2027 nominations open: Recognising excellence ahead of Republic Day

  India | March 15, 2026 19:31 IST

  Padma awards 2027 nominations open: Every citizen, including self-nominators, is eligible for Padma Awards, though government servants (except doctors and scientists) and PSU employees remain ineligible to prioritise non-official contributions.

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  Govt frees climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, revokes NSA detention to boost Ladakh dialogue

  India | March 14, 2026 12:35 IST

  The Ministry underscored its resolve to cultivate peace, stability, and mutual trust in Ladakh, paving the way for meaningful stakeholder dialogue. Officials noted that freeing Wangchuk advances this aim, balancing local demands with security needs.

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  India unveils 'Prahaar': New national counter-terrorism policy launched

  India | February 23, 2026 12:29 IST

  The government said that terrorism has no religion, nationality, or community. India condemns all forms of terrorism and follows a zero-tolerance policy, ensuring that violence cannot be justified under any circumstances.

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  Crackdown on digital arrest: Centre forms inter-ministerial panel to fight cyber crimes

  India | February 09, 2026 23:50 IST

  The MHA has informed the Supreme Court that a high-level inter-departmental committee has been formed to combat ‘digital arrest’ cybercrime, close systemic gaps, and strengthen real-time protection for victims through coordinated action.

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  MHA mandates two-year Central stint as SP or DIG for IPS officers aiming IG rank

  India | January 31, 2026 14:48 IST

  IPS officers from 2011 batch must now log two years at SP/DIG level on Central deputation for Centre IG empanelment, states recent official order. Move ensures senior leaders gain solid ground-level Centre experience, per insiders.

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  Census 2027: Dry run states, new features, and story behind six-year gap

  India | November 03, 2025 13:48 IST

  India is set to conduct its first fully digital Census in 2027 after a six-year delay. The government has announced a pre-test phase, new features like self-enumeration, geotagging of buildings, and inclusion of caste data at the national level.

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  MHA IB JIO answer key 2025: How to download at mha.gov.in

  October 18, 2025 13:02 IST

  IB JIO answer key 2025: The candidates can check and download the IB JIO answer key PDF on the MHA portal- mha.gov.in. Know how to download answer key and raise objections.

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  IB SA answer key 2025 at mha.gov.in; how to download and raise objections

  October 04, 2025 10:38 IST

  MHA IB Security Assistant answer key 2025: The candidates can check and download MHA IB Security Assistant answer key 2025 on the official website- mha.gov.in, once released.

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  MHA IB Security Assistant answer key 2025: How to raise objections at mha.gov.in

  October 02, 2025 14:19 IST

  MHA IB Security Assistant answer key 2025: The candidates can check and download MHA IB Security Assistant Executive Exam answer key 2025 on the official website- mha.gov.in. MHA IB Security Assistant exam was held on September 29 and 30.

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  MHA urges NGOs to apply for FCRA renewal four months ahead of expiry | Check details

  India | October 01, 2025 7:18 IST

  The ministry pointed out that as per Section 16 of the FCRA, 2010, along with Rule 12 of the FCRA Rules, 2011, NGOs are obligated to submit their renewal requests within a six-month window prior to the expiry of their registration certificate.

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  Can persecuted minorities from neighbouring countries stay in India without valid documents?

  India | September 03, 2025 7:59 IST

  The Central Government has notified the Immigration and Foreigners (Exemption) Order, 2025, pointing out some major exemptions from requirements related to valid passports, travel documents, and visas for specific categories of individuals and carriers.

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  Centre extends Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan's tenure till August 2026

  India | July 11, 2025 23:59 IST

  Govind Mohan is a 1989-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Sikkim cadre. He had taken charge as the Union Home Secretary on August 22, 2024.

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  Census to be held in two phases on Oct 1, 2026 and March 1, 2027: Centre issues gazette notification

  India | June 16, 2025 23:51 IST

  The Government of India has officially notified that the next Census will be conducted in 2027, with the reference date set as March 1, 2027 for most parts of the country. The notification, issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, supersedes the earlier 2019 order that had laid the groundwork for the

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  Mock drills in nearly 300 'civil defence districts' with sensitive installations | What it means

  India | May 06, 2025 17:19 IST

  In response to emerging security threats following the recent Pahalgam terror attack, the MHA has ordered mock drills in nearly 300 ‘civil defence districts’ across India. These districts contain sensitive installations such as nuclear plants, refineries, and military bases.

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  MHA tells states to conduct civil defence mock drills on May 7 amid India-Pakistan tensions

  India | May 05, 2025 23:16 IST

  The Ministry of Home Affairs has instructed several states to conduct civil defence mock drills on May 7, focusing on preparedness for hostile attacks. Key activities will include testing air raid sirens, training civilians and students, implementing blackout measures, and so on.

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  MHA hands over investigation of Pahalgam terror attack to National Investigation Agency

  Jammu and Kashmir | April 27, 2025 9:20 IST

  Pahalgam terror attack: The attack in Pahalgam occurred on Tuesday at Baisaran valley, where terrorists targeted tourists, killing 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen, and leaving several others injured.

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  MHA panel, formed on US inputs, recommends action against those undermining security of both nations

  India | January 15, 2025 17:07 IST

  The High Powered Enquiry Committee was constituted by the Ministry of Home Affairs, based on the information and inputs provided by the authorities of the United States of America, in 2023.

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  Home Ministry nods to expansion of CISF, thousands to get job as two new battalions approved

  India | January 14, 2025 18:58 IST

  The latest expansion will augment the number of battalions in CISF to 15 and the total number of personnel will rise to 2 lakh. The latest expansion comes after the Home Ministry approved a Mahila Battalion.

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  Home Ministry declares Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council 'unlawful association' for five years

  India | November 14, 2024 16:21 IST

  The Home Ministry in its notification dated November 13 stated that HNLC and its factions engage in activities that endanger India’s sovereignty, including efforts for secession, extortion, and ties with other insurgent groups.