Internal security refers to the measures taken by a state to ensure the safety and stability of its citizens. It encompasses law enforcement, counter-terrorism, and intelligence operations. Effective internal security is crucial for maintaining public order. It also protects against threats such as insurgency and organised crime. A strong internal security framework fosters trust between the government and the populace.
On 30 April 2026, the Telangana government appointed Director General of Police B. Shivadhar Reddy as the State Security Advisor (SSA). The appointment came after his superannuation from...
The Noida violence incident occurred in Uttar Pradesh, involving clashes that resulted in multiple injuries and property damage. Local police and paramilitary forces were deployed to control the...
The ongoing conflict in West Asia has brought into light the deep interconnections between the Indo-Pacific region and its western neighbours. For years, Indo-Pacific discussions have focused mainly...
Several arrests of Muslims in North India have raised concerns about organised networks allegedly facilitating religious conversions from Hinduism to Islam. These cases, mainly in Uttar Pradesh and...
The downing of two US military aircraft—an F-15E Strike Eagle and an A-10 Warthog—by Iranian air defenses in April 2026 marks a turning point in global geopolitics. This...
The Delhi excise policy corruption case, which began with major arrests including Delhi’s Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister, ended in 2026 with the trial court refusing to...
The Union Home Minister announced on March 30, 2026, that Naxalism has been largely eliminated from Bastar and India. The government set a unique deadline in August 2024...
The Indian Navy launched the second edition of the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative on 16 March 2026. This follows India taking over as chair of the...
India recently received the Indian-flagged crude oil tanker Jag Laadki at Mundra Port, Gujarat. This arrival is amid escalating tensions in West Asia. The tanker carried 80,886 metric...
Recent tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated sharply in 2026. Pakistan carried out air strikes on Kabul targeting what it called militant bases. Afghanistan’s Taliban government condemned...
