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The Supreme Court of India has issued a significant direction to all High Courts and State governments to ensure expeditious disposal of cases under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The Court stressed that terrorism-related matters must be handled with “efficacy and expediency,” especially considering the stringent nature of the law and the increasing pendency of cases. The directions were delivered by a bench comprising Justices Sanjay Karol and N. Kotiswar Singh while hearing the Central Bureau of Investigation’s (CBI) appeal in the 2010 Jnaneshwari Express derailment case , which claimed 148 lives and injured over 170 passengers. BACKGROUND: THE 2010 JNANESHWARI EXPRESS CASE The case relates to the derailment of the Jnaneshwari Express in West Bengal, allegedly caused by sabotage due to opposition to joint police-paramilitary operations against Maoist groups in the region. Eighteen accused individuals were granted bail by the Calcutta High Court, a decision chall...

The Supreme Court of India has once again placed the spotlight on the legal and constitutional status of undocumented Rohingya migrants, raising fundamental questions about the rights available to illegal entrants and the limits of judicial protection. The bench, led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi, expressed strong reservations about extending welfare-oriented rights to individuals who entered the country without legal permission. Supreme Court’s Observation: “Cannot Roll Out a Red Carpet” During the hearing of a plea alleging the custodial disappearance of five Rohingya individuals previously detained by authorities, the bench remarked that courts and governments cannot be expected to “roll out a red carpet” for persons who cross borders illegally. The Court emphasised that while humane treatment is non-negotiable, illegal entrants cannot demand rights on par with Indian citizens, especially when millions of citizens still struggle for basic entit...

The Union Government is set to introduce a new cess regime targeting sin goods, beginning with pan masala and eventually extending to cigarettes and other tobacco-based products. As Parliament’s Winter Session begins, this marks one of the most significant fiscal policy developments replacing the GST Compensation Cess framework. Introduction of the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha. The objective of the legislation is two-fold: To mobilize funds for national security expenditure , and To strengthen public health financing . The bill empowers the central government to impose a cess on pan masala and any other items it notifies under public interest. Once passed, the cess will come into effect from the date it is notified in the Official Gazette. Scope of Goods Covered Under the New Cess While the bill is expected to begin with p...

The Tragic Incident near Red Fort A devastating car explosion outside Delhi’s historic Red Fort on Monday evening claimed the lives of eight people and left over twenty injured , plunging the national capital into shock. The blast occurred on Netaji Subhash Marg , near the Red Fort Metro Station, triggering a wave of concern across multiple states. By 11:30 PM, authorities had identified two of the deceased — Ashok Kumar (34) , a resident of Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, and Amar Kataria , a native of Delhi’s Sriniwaspuri area. A ninth body part found at the scene remains unidentified.

The Parappana Agrahara Central Jail in Bengaluru has once again come under intense scrutiny following the surfacing of videos that allegedly show high-profile inmates freely using mobile phones and watching television within prison premises. The incident has triggered a departmental probe amid serious allegations of security lapses and preferential treatment being extended to certain prisoners. Viral Videos Expose Major Security Breach According to reports, the viral videos circulating on social media show ISIS operative Zuhaib Hameed Shakeel Manna and convicted serial rapist and murderer Umesh Reddy using mobile phones without restriction inside the jail. In one of the clips, Zuhaib Manna — a computer application specialist from Bengaluru — can be seen sipping tea and scrolling through a mobile phone while conversing casually with the person recording the video. As per the National Investigation Agency (NIA) , Manna had been arrested for raising funds and recruiting vulnerab...

In a landmark step towards strengthening military integration and enhancing operational capabilities, India on Wednesday released three new joint doctrines for the armed forces. These doctrines aim to address modern warfare challenges, improve interoperability, and align India’s defense strategy with evolving security threats. Boosting Jointness and Theaterisation The doctrines were unveiled as part of India’s ongoing drive toward theaterisation , a key reform aimed at integrating the Army, Navy, and Air Force under unified commands. Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan released the Joint Doctrine for Special Forces (SF) operations and the doctrine for Airborne and Heliborne Operations during the Ran Samwad military conclave. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveiled the Joint Doctrine for Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) . This strategic step comes as India works toward creating a cohesive force structure to address evolving geopolitical and technological cha...

India has successfully tested its Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) and simultaneously launched the Central Industrial Security Force’s (CISF) first all-women commando team , marking two major milestones in the country’s national security landscape. The twin developments underline India’s commitment to building a multi-layered air defence grid and empowering women in frontline security roles. IADWS Maiden Test: Strengthening India’s Multi-Layered Air Defence The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the maiden test of the Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) off the coast of Odisha on Saturday. This advanced system forms a crucial part of India’s upcoming national security shield , announced under Mission Sudarshan Chakra by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The test demonstrated the country’s indigenous capabilities in building multi-tiered air defence solutions . During the trial: Three aerial threats were simultaneous...

Strategic Coordination: A New Model for Internal Security In a decisive push to streamline India’s internal security mechanisms, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed the formation of “homogeneous teams” that bring together officers from both Central and State security agencies. These teams will be responsible for formulating strategic plans, ensuring effective implementation, and monitoring progress on key security challenges. The announcement came during the Eighth National Security Strategies Conference held in New Delhi, where Shah emphasised the need for enhanced coordination in light of India's rising global stature and associated security threats. Responding to a Changing Security Landscape Amit Shah highlighted that India’s growing economic and technological prominence —now the fourth-largest economy globally —would inevitably attract new and complex internal security threats . These challenges, according to Shah, require synchronized efforts from both centra...

14 Locations Searched Across UP and Mumbai In a major development, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday launched coordinated raids at 14 different locations , intensifying its probe into the high-profile Chhangur Baba religious conversion case . The raids began at 5 AM and covered 12 premises in Utraula (Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh) and 2 locations in Mumbai . These actions are part of an ongoing investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) , following allegations of large-scale illegal religious conversions , foreign funding misuse , and activities that could threaten communal harmony and national security . ECIR Registered, ₹106 Crore Under Scanner The ED registered an Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR) against Jamaluddin alias Chhangur Baba on July 9 , citing serious financial and national security concerns. As per official sources: Chhangur Baba is alleged to have received ₹106 crore , mostly from Middle East-based sources . The ...

Bail Pleas Reserved by Delhi High Court On July 3, 2025, the Delhi High Court reserved its order on the bail pleas filed by Sharjeel Imam , Umar Khalid , and six other accused in connection with the 2020 North-East Delhi riots larger conspiracy case . The division bench comprising Justice Navin Chawla and Justice Shalinder Kaur reserved the matter after hearing arguments from both the prosecution and defence. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta Leads Opposition to Bail Appearing for the State, Solicitor General (SG) Tushar Mehta opposed the bail pleas, citing the grave implications of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) . He emphasized that the case involved mass violence impacting national security and territorial integrity , and hence bail should not be granted lightly. SG Mehta was accompanied by Special Public Prosecutors Amit Prasad and Madhukar Pandey , and Deputy Commissioner of Police Pramod Kushwaha also attended the hearing. Allegations of Terrorism and ...

India Condemns Terrorism at SCO Defence Ministers' Meeting in Qingdao At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting held in Qingdao, China, on June 25–26, 2025, India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh issued a firm and unequivocal condemnation of terrorism. Addressing defence counterparts from across the SCO region—including China, Russia, and Central Asian nations—Singh called for collective accountability and action against terrorism in all its forms. He stressed the need to hold perpetrators, organizers, financiers, and state sponsors of terrorism accountable , reinforcing India’s longstanding position on cross-border terrorism and extremism. Pahalgam Terror Attack & Lashkar-e-Taiba’s Proxy Network Singh referenced the heinous Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, where 26 civilians, including a Nepali national , were killed in Jammu and Kashmir. The attack was orchestrated by The Resistance Front (TRF) , which is a known proxy of the ...

The April 22 Pahalgam Attack: The Flashpoint The trigger for recent cross-border tensions was the barbaric terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir , on April 22, which left 26 civilians, including a Nepali national, dead . India has called this the “original escalation” , setting the stage for decisive counteraction. Operation Sindoor: A Measured but Forceful Response On May 7, India launched 'Operation Sindoor' , a coordinated military operation led by the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force , striking nine terror hubs in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) . These included high-profile terror hideouts in Bahawalpur, Muridke, Sialkot, and Kotli , known for harbouring leadership of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) . According to the Ministry of Defence, all targets were carefully selected to avoid civilian or military casualties and focused solely on terror infrastructure , with no attacks on Pakistani military  installations . Paki...

Background: Pahalgam Terror Attack and India's Retaliatory Strikes Following the barbaric Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 that killed 26 civilians, India launched Operation Sindoor —a coordinated multi-force strike targeting nine terror infrastructure sites across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK) . These included high-value targets linked to groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) in Bahawalpur , Muridke , Sialkot , Barnala , and Kotli . India's action was described as "measured, precise, and non-escalatory" , targeting only terrorist camps without hitting military or civilian infrastructure. Pakistan Retaliates with Loitering Munitions; India Responds On May 9 , Pakistan escalated tensions by targeting Jammu with loitering munitions , triggering a strong response from India’s Air Defence systems . A complete blackout was enforced in multiple districts of Jammu Division, including Kishtwar and Akhnoor , am...

In a bold and historic move following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, India has officially suspended the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 with Pakistan. The decision, confirmed at a high-level Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi , marks a significant escalation in diplomatic and strategic pressure on Pakistan. What Prompted the Decision? On April 22, a heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam , Jammu & Kashmir, claimed the lives of 26 civilians , including a Nepali national. The attack, attributed to Pakistan-based terror outfits, prompted an emergency CCS meeting attended by top leadership— Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh , and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar . Key Announcements from the CCS Meeting Suspension of Indus Waters Treaty: India formally notified Pakistan of this suspension under Article XII (3) of the treaty, citing Pakistan's sustained support for cross-border terrorism . Closure...

Stricter Immigration Rules Coming: Modi Govt’s New Bill Proposes Rs 10 Lakh Fine for Fake Passports Introduction: Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 The Modi government is set to introduce The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 in the ongoing Budget session of Parliament . The bill, to be presented by Union Home Minister Amit Shah , aims to replace multiple outdated laws and introduce stricter regulations regarding foreign nationals, passports, visas, and national security . Key Provisions of the New Bill 1. Heavy Penalties for Unauthorized Entry & Fake Passports Foreigners entering India without authorization may face a penalty of up to ₹5 lakh . Use of fake or fraudulently obtained passports could result in a fine of up to ₹10 lakh . Overstaying beyond visa duration could lead to three years' imprisonment and a fine up to ₹3 lakh . 2. Replacement of Outdated Laws The new Bill will repeal and replace the following laws: ✅ Passport (Entry into India) Act...

  NIA Opposes Rashid Engineer's Interim Bail Plea to Attend Parliament's Budget Session The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has opposed the interim bail plea of Baramulla MP Rashid Engineer , arguing that his request to attend the Parliament's Budget Session is not maintainable . Rashid, currently lodged in Tihar Jail in connection with the Jammu and Kashmir terror-funding case , had approached the Delhi High Court seeking temporary release from January 31 to April 5 . NIA's Opposition to the Bail Plea In its response, the NIA emphasized that interim bail should be granted only in cases of extreme hardship , stating that Rashid’s plea was a misuse of the provision . The agency further argued that Rashid had failed to specify how his attendance in Parliament would benefit his constituency, making his request vague and unjustifiable . The NIA also challenged Rashid’s claim of serving his constituency, demanding proof of work to justify his release. The Ben...