Ministry Of Home Affairs
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'Boss Scam': All about the new cyber fraud targeting corporates and precautions listed by MHA
India | Jun 23, 2026, 02:58 PM ISTThis scam combines malicious software deployment with WhatsApp account hijacking to impersonate CEOs and senior executives. The criminals aim to trick subordinate finance teams into authorising high-value, fraudulent bank transfers.
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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 PM ISTThe 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 | Mar 15, 2026, 07:31 PM ISTPadma 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 | Mar 14, 2026, 12:35 PM ISTThe 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 | Feb 23, 2026, 12:29 PM ISTThe 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 | Feb 09, 2026, 11:50 PM ISTThe 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 | Jan 31, 2026, 02:48 PM ISTIPS 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 | Nov 03, 2025, 01:48 PM ISTIndia 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
Jobs | Oct 18, 2025, 01:02 PM ISTIB 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
Jobs | Oct 04, 2025, 10:38 AM ISTMHA 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
Jobs | Oct 02, 2025, 02:19 PM ISTMHA 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 | Oct 01, 2025, 07:18 AM ISTThe 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 | Sep 03, 2025, 07:59 AM ISTThe 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 | Jul 11, 2025, 11:59 PM ISTGovind 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 | Jun 16, 2025, 11:51 PM ISTThe 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, 05:19 PM ISTIn 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, 11:16 PM ISTThe 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 | Apr 27, 2025, 09:20 AM ISTPahalgam 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 | Jan 15, 2025, 05:07 PM ISTThe 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 | Jan 14, 2025, 06:58 PM ISTThe 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.