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Manipur: MHA plans Kuki-Meitei meet, Kuki groups issue pre-conditions

April 2, 2025, 6:04 pm

In a push to end the turmoil in Manipur, a meeting has been called by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to discuss the issues regarding Manipur. This is for the first time the Meiteis and Kukis are likely to meet on April 5, in order to find an end to the ongoing conflict.

In regards to this, Kuki-Zo leadership across Sadar Hills, Kangpokpi District, has unanimously declared three non-negotiable preconditions for any cessation of hostilities. The declaration was made during a consultation meeting held at the KBC Centre Church Hall, Kangpokpi District Headquarters, in the presence of the Kuki-Zo Council, the apex political platform representing the Kuki-Zo people.

The Consultation Meet was organized by the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), Sadar Hills, Kangpokpi District.

The Pre-Condition announcement comes ahead of the Ministry of Home Affairs’ scheduled talks between the warring Kuki-Zo and Meitei communities on April 5 in the National Capital.

The Three Pre-Conditions for Cessation of Hostilities are:

1). No Cross-Movement: There shall be no movement of Meitei individuals in Kuki-Zo-dominated areas and vice versa.
2). Initiation of Dialogue: Meaningful and structured dialogue must commence during the cessation of hostility.
3). Six-Month Ceasefire Period: The cessation of hostilities shall be observed for a period of six months.

Speaking to the media, HENLIANTHANG THANGLET, Chairman of Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), stated, “We have declared that in the meeting, we demand cessation of hostilities, and we don’t want no cross movement of Meiteis, initiation of Dialogue, and the cessation of hostilities shall be observed for a period of six months.”

As tensions continue to simmer, all eyes are now on the April 5 meeting, where the Ministry of Home Affairs is expected to facilitate negotiations that could shape the trajectory of inter-community relations in the region.

Meanwhile, there has been a lack of clarity from the Meitei side over the meeting with no official statement coming as of the time of writing this story regarding their interests. A member of a prominent CSO on anonymity told NewsX they are unsure about going to the meeting.

MHA Bans Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and Its Factions for Five Years

November 14, 2024, 4:05 pm

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced on Thursday that the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) and all its factions, wings, and front organizations have been declared an unlawful association for five years, starting November 16, 2024. The decision was made due to the group’s ongoing activities that pose a threat to India’s sovereignty and integrity.

Background of the Ban

According to the MHA notification, the HNLC has been involved in various unlawful activities that threaten the security of the region, particularly in Meghalaya. The organization has been accused of working towards the secession of areas predominantly inhabited by the Khasi and Jaintia tribes from India.

The notification also outlined that the HNLC has engaged in intimidation and extortion of funds from the civilian population, in addition to maintaining connections with other insurgent groups in the North Eastern region. These groups have been linked to further acts of extortion and intimidation.

Between November 16, 2019, and June 30, 2024, the HNLC was involved in 48 criminal cases, including incidents involving explosions and the planting of explosives across Meghalaya. During this period, 73 HNLC cadres were arrested or surrendered.

The Meghalaya state government had also recommended the declaration of the HNLC as an unlawful association, aligning with the MHA’s decision.

Government’s Position on National Security

The MHA highlighted that if the activities of the HNLC were not immediately addressed, the group could regroup, rearm, expand its membership, and procure advanced weaponry. This could potentially lead to increased violence, with threats to the lives of civilians, security forces, and property, further intensifying its anti-national activities.

The MHA’s action comes under the powers granted by the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, to prevent activities that are detrimental to India’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national security.

The ban on the HNLC reflects the government’s determination to curb the insurgent group’s influence and ensure the safety of the region and its inhabitants.

117 Deaths In 2024, MHA Reports Devastating Assam Flood Toll, Outlines Mitigation Efforts

August 2, 2024, 5:47 pm

Floods have ravaged Assam for years, causing immense loss of life. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) recently reported a grim statistic in the Rajya Sabha (upper house of Parliament).

Heavy Casualties Over Five Years
According to information provided by the Assam government, a total of 880 people have perished in floods between 2019 and July 25, 2024. The year-wise breakdown is as follows:

2019: 157 deaths
2020: 190 deaths
2021: 73 deaths
2022: 278 deaths
2023 (till July 25): 65 deaths
2024 (till July 25): 117 deaths

Government Initiatives for Flood Management
The MHA also highlighted several initiatives undertaken by the central and state governments to manage the floods and mitigate their impact.

Flood Hazard Zonation Atlas: The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) have developed a flood hazard zonation atlas for Assam using satellite data. This tool helps with flood hazard management and development planning.
River Atlas and Flood Early Warning System: The North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC) has generated a River Atlas and a Flood Early Warning System (FLEWS) for the Brahmaputra basin. These resources provide crucial information for water resource management and issuing flood warnings with a lead time of 24 to 36 hours.
Central Water Commission (CWC) Efforts: The CWC issues flood forecasts and advisories to the state government and stakeholders. They maintain a network of hydrological observation sites in Assam for real-time data collection.
Assam Water Resources Department: The state government has implemented various flood and riverbank erosion management schemes. These include construction of embankments, anti-erosion works, and strengthening existing dykes.

Financial Assistance for Assam
The central government has provided significant financial assistance to Assam for flood relief and management. This includes:

State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF): Rs 503.10 crore in 2019-20, rising to Rs 680.80 crore in 2023-24.
National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF): Rs 44.37 crore in 2020-21 and Rs 250 crore in 2022-23.
State Disaster Management Fund (SDMF): Rs 154.40 crore annually from 2020-21 to 2022-23, with Rs 162.20 crore allocated in 2023-24.
While these initiatives aim to lessen the impact of floods, Assam continues to face the challenge of annual flooding. Continued efforts in flood management and resource allocation are crucial to protect lives and livelihoods in the region.

MHA Boosts Rewards for Informers

July 31, 2024, 5:01 pm

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has significantly increased financial rewards for informers aiding security forces in operational areas. After a 22-year hiatus, the MHA has enhanced the financial powers of top officials in paramilitary forces and intelligence agencies.

Director-Generals of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Assam Rifles, National Security Guards (NSG), Intelligence Bureau (IB), National Investigation Agency (NIA), and National Police Academy (NPA) now have greater authority to reward guides, interpreters, and informers. The maximum one-time reward per person has been boosted from Rs. 50 to Rs. 3,000, with the annual cap rising from Rs. 500 to Rs. 30,000.

The MHA order, issued in June and accessed by ANI, also revised other expenditure categories. Daily allowances for maintaining Pakistani and Bangladeshi nationals have increased from Rs. 15 to Rs. 51.43. The annual budget for entertaining distinguished visitors has been raised from Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 50,000, subject to government restrictions. The printing and binding allowance has doubled from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 2 lakh.

Separately, Punjab Governor Banwari Lal Purohit visited a Border Security Force (BSF) outpost in the Amritsar sector on July 24. He commended the BSF’s efforts in combating cross-border crime and praised its work in empowering Village Development Committees (VDCs) to aid anti-smuggling operations.

It’s worth noting that in 2021, the Union government expanded the BSF’s operational jurisdiction from 15 km to 50 km along the international border in Punjab, West Bengal, and Assam, granting the force wider search, seizure, and arrest powers.

MHA likely to notify three criminal laws before January 26

January 3, 2024, 3:55 am

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is all set to notify the three new criminal justice acts replacing colonial laws namely the IPC, the CrPC and the Evidence Act before January 26, official sources said.

The procedure to notify the three new laws– Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam– started soon after President Droupadi Murmu on December 25 gave her assent. As per the sources, the MHA will start a training programme for police officers, investigators and those linked to forensic fields soon after the three laws are notified. The training aims to provide training to the policemen to ensure the implementation of these laws, and ensure fair, time-bound and evidence-based investigation and speedy trial.

For the training programme, the sources said, 3,000 officers from different fields will be appointed to train police officers, investigators and those in forensic departments, and this process will be called a “trainers-training” programme, the sources told the ANI on condition of anonymity.

“The training programme will cover almost 90 per cent of those needed to be trained within nine months to one year,” said the sources.
For the judiciary training, officials said, the MHA has already conducted consultations, and it will be done at Bhopal Academy. Besides, the sources said, there would be a model set-up in Chandigarh to ensure a foolproof online mechanism as most of the records would be electronic or digital.

The Indian Penal Code (IPC) has been replaced with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the CrPC with Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and the Indian Evidence Act has been replaced with the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. The three laws were passed by the Parliament in the recently concluded Winter Session.

As per the new laws, generation and supply of records will be in electronic form like Zero FIR, E -FIR, Chargesheet, and victims will be provided information to the victim in digital form. After the complete implementation of these laws, the victim will get justice within three years and the police officers will have to provide information through digital means within 90 days. The focus will be on forensic evidence for which the sources said 900 FSL vans will be provided to all police districts to visit crime scenes and collect videography and forensic evidence mandatory in cases involving punishment of seven years or more than seven years.

Recording of evidence in an investigation, videography through electronic devices of the entire process of searching or seizing any property by the police, and statements of rape victims can be recorded through audio and video electronic means as per these Acts.

There is a major focus of Section 20 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita for the Directorate of Prosecution and it defines the eligibility, functions and powers of various authorities under it. The duties and responsibilities of different levels of prosecuting officers were laid down to ensure desired coordination. The provision of supervision by the prosecutor has been introduced during the investigation phase.

The post of Directorate of Prosecution will be established on the district level and the criteria for appointment of Director of Prosecution and Assistant Director of Prosecution has been revised in Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.

MHA declares Muslim League Jammu Kashmir an “unlawful organization”

December 27, 2023, 4:57 pm

Under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA), the Union Home Ministry on Wednesday designated the “Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam faction)” (MLJK-MA) as a “Unlawful Association.” According to Union Minister Amit Shah, the group’s members engage in secessionist and anti-national activities in Jammu and Kashmir. According to UAPA, the Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam faction)/MLJK-MA is deemed to be a “Unlawful Association.” Shah wrote on X, “This group and its members are instigating people to impose Islamic rule in Jammu and Kashmir, supporting terrorist activities, and engaging in anti-national and secessionist activities in J&K.” He went on to say that no one who violates India’s integrity, unity, or sovereignty will escape punishment.

“The PM @narendramodi government’s message is loud and clear that anyone acting against the unity, sovereignty, and integrity of our nation will not be spared and will face the full wrath of the law,” he said.
The organisation is led by Masarat Alam, interim chairman of the hardline faction of the All India Hurriyat Conference.

Massive Foreign Contributions: 13,520 Associations Receive Rs 55,742 Crore from 2019-2021, Reveals MHA to Lok Sabha

December 19, 2023, 3:29 pm

In the last three fiscal years, from 2019 to 2021, foreign contributions of Rs 55,742 crore were given to 13,520 groups and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), as reported by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.
A legislator posed a question to which Union Minister Nityanand Rai wrote a written response.
When asked how many foreign non-governmental organisations (NGOs) were registered in the nation under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) and how many NGOs had applied to register under the FCRA in the previous two years, the Minister responded, “a total of 1,615 applications for registration under FCRA, 2010 were received in last two years i.e. 2021 and 2022.”

“Out of these, 722 applications have been granted and 225 applications have been rejected as on December 14, 2023,” said Minister Rai.
“The refusal of these applications was due to not fulfilling the eligibility criteria in accordance with the provisions of the FCRA, 2010 and rules made thereunder,” clarified the Minister in the reply.
He further said “A total of 13,520 associations/NGOs have received total Rs. 55741.51 crores foreign contribution in the last three financial years (F.Y.) i.e. F.Y. 2019-2020 to F.Y. 2021-2022. ”
To accept foreign contributions, the associations and NGOs have to obtain registration or prior permission under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 (FCRA, 2010), said the Minister.

Centre Approves Rs 338.24 Crore Financial Aid to Gujarat for Cyclone Biparjoy Damage

December 12, 2023, 4:08 pm

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has given its nod to provide financial assistance worth Rs 338.24 crore to Gujarat in the wake of the severe impact caused by Cyclone Biparjoy in June this year.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah conveyed this update via ‘X’ (formerly Twitter), highlighting that the Central Government had previously released the first installment of Rs 584 crore to the State Disaster Relief Fund (SDRF).

Ministry of Home Affairs has approved the financial assistance of Rs 338.24 crore to Gujarat today. The state was severely affected by Cyclone Biparjoy, says the Ministry. pic.twitter.com/w24do8R30g

— ANI (@ANI) December 12, 2023

“In response to the severe impact of Cyclone Biparjoy, the MHA has sanctioned Rs 338.24 crore for Gujarat today,” Shah shared on ‘X’. He underscored the concerted efforts of both the Center and the state in pre-cyclone preparedness, leading to zero casualties during the natural disaster, guided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

After the devastating Cyclone Biparjoy, Shah emphasized that the MHA immediately deployed the Inter-Ministerial Central Team to assess the damages without waiting for a memorandum from the state government.

Cyclone Biparjoy, originating in the southeast Arabian Sea on June 6, made landfall over Saurashtra and Kutch on June 15, subsequently weakening into a depression by June 18. According to the IMD’s report, Biparjoy had an extended life cycle of 13 days and three hours, which was more than double the average duration of severe cyclonic storms over the Arabian Sea.

The sanctioned financial aid aims to facilitate the rehabilitation and recovery process in Gujarat, which bore the brunt of Cyclone Biparjoy, providing essential support for the affected areas and communities in the state.

Nominations for Padma Awards 2024 open till 15 September

June 28, 2023, 7:05 pm

Online nominations and recommendations for the Padma Awards 2024, which will be announced on Republic Day 2024, will be accepted until 15 September, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced on Wednesday.

The nomination period for the Padma Awards (Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri) began on May 1. The Padma Awards are among the highest civilian honors in India. These Awards, which were established in 1954, are presented each year on the occasion of Republic Day.

Padma Award nominations and recommendations will be accepted online at the Rashtriya Puraskar Portal (https://awards.gov.in).

The award recognizes “work of distinction” and is given for distinguished and exceptional achievements/service in all fields/disciplines, including art, literature, and education, sports, medicine, social work, science and engineering, public affairs, civil service, and trade and industry. These Awards are open to all people, regardless of race, occupation, position, or gender.

Except for doctors and scientists, government employees, including those working for Public Sector Units, are not eligible for Padma Awards.
The government is committed to renaming the Padma Awards “People’s Padma.” As a result, all citizens are encouraged to make nominations and recommendations, including self-nomination.

“Concerted efforts may be made to identify talented persons whose excellence and achievements really deserve to be recognized from amongst women, weaker sections of the society, Scheduled Castes and Schedules Tribes, divyang persons and who are doing selfless service to the society,” said the MHA.

The nominations and recommendations should include all relevant details specified in the format available on the above-mentioned Portal, as well as a citation in narrative form (maximum 800 words) clearly highlighting the person recommender’s distinguished and exceptional achievements and service in her/his respective field and discipline, it said.

‘Chintan Shivir’ of senior officers of MHA underway, Amit Shah chairs event

May 19, 2023, 1:09 pm

The second ‘Chintan Shivir’ of senior officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs commenced in New Delhi on Friday, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah leading the event. The main purpose of this ‘Chintan Shivir’ is to engage with senior officials from the ministry and develop a strategic plan to implement Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Vision 2047’.

During the first ‘Chintan Shivir’ held on April 18, Shah highlighted various key areas for development, including establishing a robust framework for managing cybercrime, modernizing police forces, leveraging information technology in the criminal justice system, strengthening land border management, and enhancing coastal security measures.

The Union Minister emphasized the importance of utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to effectively utilize the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS) database for comprehensive crime analysis. This initiative aims to create safer environments for women, children, and vulnerable sections of society.

The primary objective of the initial ‘Chintan Shivir’ was to assess the ministry’s work and formulate an action plan to realize PM Narendra Modi’s “Vision 2047”. Shah also underscored the necessity to expedite the recruitment process and emphasized the importance of initiating recruitment well in advance to anticipate future vacancies.

Amit Shah to preside over second meeting of MHA officials

May 19, 2023, 10:50 am

Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, will preside over the second “Chintan Shivir” of senior officers of the Ministry of Home Affairs on Friday in New Delhi to develop an action plan for putting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Vision 2047” into action.According to the sources, the goal of this “Chintan Shivir” is to communicate with senior ministry officials and “evolve an action plan for implementation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Vision 2047″.” The inaugural “Chintan Shivir” of senior MHA officers was presided over by Shah on April 18. He focused on creating an ecosystem for managing cybercrime, modernising police forces, enhancing the use of IT in the criminal justice system, managing land borders, and coastal security concerns.
Following that, the Union Minister emphasised the importance of enhancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to exploit the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS) database for critical analysis of crimes, so making cities safer for women, children, and vulnerable groups.The first ‘Chintan Shivir’ consisted objective to review the work of the Ministry and to evolve an action plan to implement PM Narendra Modi’s “Vision 2047”. Shah also focussed on the need to fast-track the recruitment process and said that anticipating future vacancies recruitment should be initiated well in advance.
He then said that meetings of Departmental Promotion Committees (DPC) should be held regularly so that employees get timely promotions.
The Minister had also emphasised taking various welfare measures for Central Armed Police Forces personnel like creating healthcare facilities and improving the housing satisfaction ratio amongst others.
The Home Minister also emphasised on the importance of training and said that regular training should be conducted by all wings of the MHA.
Shah then suggested MHA officials to make field visits to monitor development schemes, and directed to fast-track construction of fencing and roads in border areas.
The Home Minister had also emphasised the importance of sensitivity and the need to develop a personal touch by all senior officials.
He also offered valuable insights on the way forward for the Ministry and exuded confidence that the discussions held at the ‘Chintan Shivir’ will help in better planning and coordination in these areas.
Shah had asked all senior officers that they should collectively work with full dedication.
Lauding the efforts of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Shah then stressed the need to make constant endeavours to “achieve the goal of making a safe and secure India.”
In the first ‘Chintan Shivir’, the discussions were held in two sessions. The ‘Chintan Shivir’ commenced with an in-depth review of the status of compliance with the instructions given by the Home Minister during an earlier discussion held with the officers of the Ministry.The Government Land Information System (GLIS), Budget Utilisation, E-Office, and Special Recruitment Drive, among other systems, were all examined by the Home Minister together with the MHA dashboard.
Shah then spoke over the work of numerous divisions, including their priorities and deadlines for the upcoming years, their stance on Aatma Nirbhar Bharat, various Budget announcements, and significant open concerns.

After Atiq’s point blank killing, Centre now mulls SOPs for safety of journalists

April 16, 2023, 1:26 pm

Taking cognisance of the killing of gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj last night, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has decided to prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the safety and security of journalists, top sources said on Sunday.

According to the source, the action has been conducted with the approval of Home Minister Amit Shah and Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the murders of Atiq and Ashraf in Prayagraj by three assailants acting as journalists. On Saturday night, Atiq and Ashraf were shot dead in Prayagraj under the spotlight of the media.
The attackers who attacked the jailed criminal and his brother pretended to be journalists at the crime site, according to the Uttar Pradesh Police on Sunday.

“The shooters were posing as journalists. As Atiq reached for a check-up, they were surrounded by other journalists and got close to Atiq and his brother. One was having a camera and was posing as a cameraman. Another was roaming around with a mike on which were inscribed the words NCR News. The third was assisting both,” a police source said.

“As Atiq reached the hospital, reporters started questioning them after 2 lines, one guy fired on his head from very close and Atiq fell down. Another two guys also threw the camera and mike and started firing,” the source added.

Atiq Ahmed was accused in the 2005 BSP MLA Raju Pal murder case and also in the Umesh Pal murder case in February this year.The shooting that occurred around 10 pm and was caught on camera as media persons were following the handcuffed duo, who were being taken to the hospital by police for a medical checkup.

Shah reviews J-K security in high-level meeting in Delhi

April 13, 2023, 5:36 pm

On Thursday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, reviewed the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir in a high-level meeting here in the national capital.
The meeting held today afternoon at 3 pm at the North Block office of the Ministry of Home Affairs. NSA Ajit Doval, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla, DGP of Jammu and Kashmir Dilbagh Singh and other senior officers from the Ministry of Home Affairs and Central Armed Police Forces attended the meeting.

Director Intelligence Bureau Tapan Deka, R&AW chief Samant Kumar Goel, National Investigation Agency DG Dinkar Gupta and Central Reserve Police Force Director General SL Thaosen attended the meeting.

MHA issues advisory to states, UTs ahead of Hanuman Jayanti

April 5, 2023, 4:23 pm

Ministry of Home Affairs on Wednesday issued an advisory to all the states and Union territories on the maintenance of law and order ahead of Hanuman Jayanti, which will be celebrated tomorrow.

The MHA urged the states to ensure a peaceful celebration of the holiday and keep an eye out for anything that might jeopardise social cohesion. “In advance of Hanuman Jayanti, MHA has given a warning to all states. The Home Minister’s Office issued a statement encouraging the governments to maintain law and order, observe the holiday in peace, and keep an eye out for anything that might jeopardise social harmony.

The development comes on the heels of protests that erupted in West Bengal and neighbouring Bihar during Ram Navami celebrations. Incidents of violence, arson, and stone-pelting were reported in these two states around Ram Navami.

Following the confrontations, Section 144 prohibition orders were also put into effect in some parts of West Bengal.

The Calcutta High Court’s acting Chief Justice Bench had also directed the deployment of central force troops in a few sensitive regions of the state prior to Hanuman Jayanti.
In order to preserve law and order, the court instructed the state to ask paramilitary forces for help.

LG office: MHA approves Delhi govt budget

March 21, 2023, 4:30 pm

The Delhi government’s budget was approved by the Ministry of Home Affairs, sources in the lieutenant governor’s office revealed on Tuesday. In a statement, a source said that “the MHA has approved the budget and conveyed it to the Delhi government.” This news came to light amid a ruckus over the issue between the Centre and the Delhi government.

MHA sanctions Sisodia’s prosecution under Prevention of Corruption Act in ‘Feedback Unit’ snooping case

February 22, 2023, 7:42 pm

Ministry of Home Affairs has given sanction to prosecute Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, Manish Sisodia under the Prevention of Corruption Act in the ‘alleged Feedback Unit’ snooping case. In a communication to the Delhi Lieutenant Governor Secretariat on February 17, the Ministry of Home Affairs granted permission to the CBI to prosecute DCM, Sisodia, in connection with the alleged snooping case.

The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, VK Saxena, had approved CBI’s request for prosecution sanction and forwaded the same to MHA. The CBI had sought sanction to register an FIR against Sisodia who heads Vigilance department of the Delhi government under which AAP government created the FBU.

“This snooping unit, with no legislative or judicial oversight, was allegedly being run and managed by the close aides and advisors of CM Arvind Kejriwal, who reported directly to him. The case also pertains to illegal/unaccounted expenditure in the name of Secret Service Fund allocated to the FBU,” the sources had said.

Comply with Flag Code provisions ahead of Republic Day celebrations: MHA

January 20, 2023, 3:49 pm

Ministry of Home Affairs, ahead of the Republic Day celebrations, directed the states and the Union Territories (UTs) to strictly comply with the provisions of the Flag Code of India, 2002 and the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971. It is advised that the National Flag made of paper should be waved by the public on occasions of important national, cultural and sports events, the Ministry said.

The letter requested to ensure that on the occasions of important national, cultural and sports events, flags used by the public, made of paper are not discarded or thrown on the ground after the event, “Such flags are to be disposed of, in private, consistent with the dignity of the Flag.”

The MHA has also requested the states, UTs and government ministries as well as departments to undertake mass awareness programmes in this regard and also to give it wide publicity through advertisements in the electronic and print media.

The letter was issued mentioning that Indian National Flag represents the hopes and aspirations of the people of India and hence should occupy a position of honour and that there is universal affection and respect for, and loyalty to the National flag.

The letter further said, “Yet, a perceptible lack of awareness is often noticed amongst people as well as organizations and agencies of the government, in regard to laws, practices and conventions that apply to display of the National Flag.”

Delhi Horror Car Case: 11 police personnel suspended after MHA order

January 13, 2023, 5:24 pm

In the Kanjhawala case 11 police personnel from Delhi’s Rohini district, who were deployed in PCR vans have been suspended. Two Sub Inspectors, four Assistant Sub Inspectors, four Head Constables, and one Constable have been suspended.

Meanwhile, 11 police personnel have been arrested for their alleged negligence while being on duty when the accident occurred on 1 January.

In the early hours of New Year Anjali was killed after her scooty was hit by a car and for 13 kilometers was dragged under the vehicle on the city’s roads.

“As approved by the competent authority, a total of 11 Policemen of Rohini District deployed enroute at PCRs and pickets have been suspended,” the Delhi Police said.

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Thursday took cognizance of the detailed Delhi Police report prepared by Special Commissioner of Police Shalini Singh and ordered to suspend of police personnel who were deployed at the time of the incident.

Moreover, against the supervisory officers, a show cause notice will also be issued by the Delhi Police Commissioner as suggested by MHA.

However, MHA has directed Delhi Police to file a chargesheet against the culprits at the earliest.

Rajouri terror attack: Civilian succumbs to injuries, toll reaches seven.

January 8, 2023, 12:06 pm

Injured in one of the two separate firing incidents that took place that took place in the Dhangri area of the Rajouri district, one more civilian succumbed to his injuries, taking the total toll to seven.

Prince, who was undergoing treatment at Government Medical College and Hospital Jammu, died earlier on Sunday. Notably, six civilians including two children were killed and many more injured in two terror attacks in Upper Dangri village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district last Sunday evening and Monday morning. The Indian Army on Sunday said that the two terrorists involved in the attack were neutralised by security forces.

“On Saturday, around 8 PM, the alert troops of Indian Army deployed on the border fence in Balakot (District Poonch), observed suspicious movement ahead of the border fence and subsequently neutralised two terrorists,” Indian Army said. The official further said that the area has been cordoned off and operations are in progress.

The Union Home Ministry had issued an order to deploy an additional 18 CRPF companies to Jammu and Kashmir in the wake of the civilian killings in the two terror attacks in the Rajouri district.

MHA declares LeT’s member Arbaz Ahmad Mir as terrorist for killings in J-K

January 7, 2023, 11:57 am

Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) member Arbaz Ahmad Mir has been designated as a terrorist under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act 1967 for his involvement in targeted killings in Jammu and Kashmir, including a female teacher Rajni Bala by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

Meanwhile, late Friday the MHA announced that Mir is in Pakistan and is working for LeT from across the border.

“Mir is involved in target killing and has emerged as the main conspirator in killing one female teacher, Rajni Bala in Kulgam, Jammu, and Kashmir. He is also involved in coordinating terrorism in Kashmir valley and supporting terrorists by transporting illegal arms or ammunition or explosives from across the border,” said the notification.

Earlier on 31 May 2022 Rajni Bala from Jammu was shot dead outside her workplace Government High School, Gopalpora, in Kulgam district.

Moreover, Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) member Arbaz Ahmad Mir the son of Manzoor Ahmad Mir, is involved in coordinating terrorism in Kashmir valley and also supports terrorists.

The notification further stated, “The Central Government believes that Arbaz Ahmad Mir is involved in terrorism and he is to be added as a terrorist in the exercise of the powers conferred section 35 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.”

However, clause (a) of sub-section (1) and sub-section (2) of section 35 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 has been used by the centre.

The Resistance Front (TRF) banned, its front organisations declared as ‘terror’ outfits

January 6, 2023, 12:15 pm

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Thursday declared The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba proscribed terror outfit and all its manifestations and front organisations as terrorist organizations under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act 1967.

The announcement was made through a notification by the MHA, mentioning that “the activities of TRF are detrimental to the national security and sovereignty of India.” Through the notification, the MHA also designated Sheikh Sajjad Gul, a commander of TRF, a terrorist under the fourth schedule of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act 1967.

The notification mentioned that the Central Government believes the ‘The Resistance Front’ is involved in terrorism and it has committed and participated in various acts of terrorism in India following which the MHA exercised the powers conferred to it by clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 35 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 and declared it as a terrorist organisation

Nityanand Rai’s security upgraded to ‘Z’ category

January 3, 2023, 4:48 pm

The security of Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai has been upgraded by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to the ‘Z’ category on Tuesday. At the minister’s residence, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) will be providing round-the-clock security cover during his travel to other states. Meanwhile, ‘Z’ category security was provided to Rai during his stay and travel in West Bengal.

Home Minister Amit Shah’s meeting began in J&K

December 28, 2022, 4:55 pm

High-level meeting on security arrangements of Jammu and Kashmir begins at MHA. The meeting is going on under the chairmanship of Home Minister Amit Shah. The meeting is attended by LG J&K, Home Secretary, NIA DG, CRPF DG, BSF officials, J&K DGP, IB chief, and RAW chief as well as MHA officials.

Union Home Secretary to hold high-level meeting on Delhi Airport rush

December 15, 2022, 11:10 am

On Delhi airport rush, a high-level meeting will be held by Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Thursday in Delhi.

Meanwhile, the meeting will be held after 11 am in the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). The meeting will be attended by senior officers in the MHA, officials in the Minister of Civil Aviation, and other concerned members, including those in Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) and the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF).

Moreover, considering the complaints on social media by irate passengers like missed flights and serpentine pre-boarding lines at Delhi airport the meeting is being held.

Earlier on social media pictures of overcrowding at Delhi International Airport were posted by a Twitter user. The passengers also claimed that there are long waits for security checks and mismanagement by the airport staff.

Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia visited the Delhi Airport and held a three-hour meeting with the Airport Authority and CISF representatives.

Taking to Twitter the ministry handle posted and said, “In order to curb congestion and waiting time at Delhi Airport, necessary actions have been taken which have resulted in the least wait time for boarding at checkpoints entry gates and smooth transit of passengers.”

However, at the Delhi Airport security checks and baggage screening systems have been added and to avoid vehicles clogging traffic marshals have been added. In the entry 26 additional staffers have been deployed.

Two groups declared as ‘Terrorist Organisations’ under UAPA in last 3 years: MHA

December 7, 2022, 6:56 pm

Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai stated that India has designated two organisations as “terrorist organisations” that have been outlawed over the past three years.

Kartikey Sharma, a member of the Rajya Sabha, requested information on any banned organisations that have been associated with terrorism of any kind in the nation over the previous three years. In response, MoS Rai stated that as of 2019, Tahreek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM) and all of its manifestations, Jamat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh, Jamat-ul-Mujahideen India, and Jamat-ul-Mujahideen Hindustan and all of its manifestations, have all been designated as “Terrorist Organizations” under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.

The Student Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), the Islamic Research Foundation (IRF), Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), Jammu and Kashmir, the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (Y), Sikhs for Justice, and the Popular Front of India are among the additional seven organisations based in the hinterland and in Jammu-Kashmir that have been designated as Unlawful Associations for their involvement in various illegal activities.

When asked if any state is becoming a hub for terrorist activity, he responded that India’s terrorism is mostly funded from outside the country. International terrorist organisations and some foreign organisations hostile to India have been attempting to radicalise individuals through the use of religion and entice individuals towards terrorism through the use of social media platforms.

The minister declared that the government’s approach to combating terrorism is one of zero-tolerance. At the federal and state levels, there are strong cooperation channels between intelligence and security agencies. According to him, the Multi Agency Center (MAC) has been strengthened and reorganised to enable it to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for the purpose of collecting and sharing intelligence in real time among intelligence agencies and states.

The Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and National Security Guards (NSG) have also been stationed at various locations across the nation to support the States in responding to such incidents, he added. States have also established special forces to deal with terror activities.

Rai stated that all such elements, including those in vulnerable areas and organisations engaged in the radicalization of a specific segment of society, are continuously monitored by the agencies whose actions have an impact on the nation’s internal security and law and order situation.

In response to a question about steps being taken to stop the funding of terrorist activities in the nation, Rai stated that the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, has been strengthened, among other things, by making the production, smuggling, or circulation of fake Indian currency notes a terrorist act and expanding the definition of “proceeds of terrorism” to include any property intended to be used for terrorism.

Recently, India organised the 3rd ‘No Money for Terror” Ministerial Conference in New Delhi in order to bring the international community on a common platform and build consensus for countering terrorism financing.

Sisodia allegation that officials are not cooperating with government not true: MHA says

December 6, 2022, 3:06 pm

The Union Home secretary on Tuesday filed an affidavit in Supreme Court saying that allegations raised by the Delhi government over officials “missing” meetings with ministers are “incorrect”.

Home secretary Ajay Bhalla in his affidavit said that all officials attend all meetings except on some occasions.

“I have verified from all senior level officials of GNCTD about nonreceipt of telecalls etc. and I have found that no such incidents have ever happened,” Court stated.

Court said, “On inquiry, I have learned that the dates on which some officers could not attend the meeting were the dates on which they were officially assigned some other duties by the Delhi Government itself.”

“I am advised not to deal with individual illustrations which would have clearly shown the falsehood contained therein since the deponent of the Affidavit is the Deputy Chief Minister and it may not be proper, appropriate or in good taste to deal with such assertions, more particularly, when I have found them to be not true,” the MHA Secretary said.

This affidavit has been filed in response to an affidavit filed by the Delhi government through Deputy CM Manish Sisodia.

Earlier on Monday the Center had moved an application before the Supreme court to send the matter before a larger bench.

“Such coordination takes place by effective administrative skills and not with threats of control over the officers or employees. The fact that right from 1993, the system has worked very smoothly is a testimony of this fact”, the affidavit stated.

The center also filed that its application for which a 5-judge bench, to a bench of 9-judges, is presently being considered.

ATS arrest PFI member in Maharashtra

November 14, 2022, 1:45 pm

A member of the banned outfit Popular Front of India (PFI) was arrested on Monday by Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) for alleged involvement in anti-national activities.

Meanwhile, an arrest has been made in connection with an FIR by Nashik ATS. The person who has been arrested by police has been identified as Maulana Irfan Daulat Nadvi. So far in this regard, seven people have been arrested.

Earlier in September, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) issued a notification declaring, “the PFI and its associates or affiliates or fronts as an unlawful association with immediate effect”.

Moreover, a ban on the radical outfit and its affiliates was imposed for five years for having “terror links” in September.

The ban has been also imposed on the Rehab India Foundation, Campus Front of India, All India Imams Council, National Confederation of Human Rights Organization, National Women’s Front, Junior Front, Empower India Foundation, and Rehab Foundation.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Enforcement Directorate (ED) said PFI has been raising and collecting substantial funds from abroad in a well-organized and structured manner.”

As the inputs received by Central agencies said, “PFI was raising funds abroad and their transfer to India through clandestine and illegal channels.”

However, after merging three Muslim organizations in 2006 in Kerala PFI was launched.