Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate Current Affairs for UPSC

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Significant rise in China border patrols after Galwan clash: MHA, Pg1

India increases China border patrols significantly post-Galwan clash, with ITBP conducting 4,503 patrols in nine months.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

26 Mar, 2026

Significant rise in China border patrols after Galwan clash: MHA, Pg1

India increases China border patrols significantly post-Galwan clash, with ITBP conducting 4,503 patrols in nine months.

26 Mar, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

CAPF Bill gives priority to IPS officers; govt. says new law will curb litigation, Pg10

CAPF Bill 2024 prioritizes IPS officers for key posts, aiming to reduce litigation and maintain Centre-State coordination amidst opposition.

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

21 Mar, 2026

CAPF Bill gives priority to IPS officers; govt. says new law will curb litigation, Pg10

CAPF Bill 2024 prioritizes IPS officers for key posts, aiming to reduce litigation and maintain Centre-State coordination amidst opposition.

21 Mar, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Role of External State and Non State Actors Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

NIA arrests six Ukrainians, one from US for plotting terror activities in India, Pg3

NIA busts international terror plot: Seven foreigners arrested for conspiring against India after Myanmar trip and drone deliveries.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Role of External State and Non State Actors Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

17 Mar, 2026

NIA arrests six Ukrainians, one from US for plotting terror activities in India, Pg3

NIA busts international terror plot: Seven foreigners arrested for conspiring against India after Myanmar trip and drone deliveries.

17 Mar, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

India and Seychelles carry out joint military exercise, Pg10

India and Seychelles conduct joint military exercise 'LAMITIYE-2024' focusing on interoperability and UN peacekeeping operations, strengthening bilateral defence cooperation.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

14 Mar, 2026

India and Seychelles carry out joint military exercise, Pg10

India and Seychelles conduct joint military exercise 'LAMITIYE-2024' focusing on interoperability and UN peacekeeping operations, strengthening bilateral defence cooperation.

14 Mar, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

MHA: Statutory bodies cannot seek Look Out Circulars directly, Pg1

MHA restricts statutory bodies' direct LOC requests; ED challenges court's remarks on PMLA probes in excise policy case.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

10 Mar, 2026

MHA: Statutory bodies cannot seek Look Out Circulars directly, Pg1

MHA restricts statutory bodies' direct LOC requests; ED challenges court's remarks on PMLA probes in excise policy case.

10 Mar, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

On India’s fighter jet acquisitions, Pg8

India's Rafale deal faces tech transfer hurdles; France denies source code access, impacting indigenous weapon integration and strategic autonomy.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

4 Mar, 2026

On India’s fighter jet acquisitions, Pg8

India's Rafale deal faces tech transfer hurdles; France denies source code access, impacting indigenous weapon integration and strategic autonomy.

4 Mar, 2026

Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Pahalgam attack GoPro activated in China: NIA, Pg1

NIA seeks China's help in Pahalgam terror attack probe, tracing GoPro camera's supply chain and user details via Letter Rogatory.

Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

4 Mar, 2026

Pahalgam attack GoPro activated in China: NIA, Pg1

NIA seeks China's help in Pahalgam terror attack probe, tracing GoPro camera's supply chain and user details via Letter Rogatory.

4 Mar, 2026

Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

On the frontline, Bastar's own (GUERRILLA VS GUERRILLA: At the heart of Battleground Bastar, where the endgame in the Maoist movement is likely to play out, are the District Reserve Guards, a force drawn from the local tribal population to take o..., Pg24

Bastar's District Reserve Guard (DRG), composed of local tribals, spearheads anti-Maoist operations, significantly weakening Naxal influence amidst ongoing conflict.

Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

28 Feb, 2026

On the frontline, Bastar's own (GUERRILLA VS GUERRILLA: At the heart of Battleground Bastar, where the endgame in the Maoist movement is likely to play out, are the District Reserve Guards, a force drawn from the local tribal population to take o..., Pg24

Bastar's District Reserve Guard (DRG), composed of local tribals, spearheads anti-Maoist operations, significantly weakening Naxal influence amidst ongoing conflict.

28 Feb, 2026

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Navy boosts anti-submarine capability with INS Anjadip, Pg10

Indian Navy commissions INS Anjadip, an indigenous anti-submarine warfare vessel, enhancing coastal defense and maritime capabilities in Chennai.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

28 Feb, 2026

Navy boosts anti-submarine capability with INS Anjadip, Pg10

Indian Navy commissions INS Anjadip, an indigenous anti-submarine warfare vessel, enhancing coastal defense and maritime capabilities in Chennai.

28 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Role of External State and Non State Actors Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

In PRAHAAR lies India's consolidated strategy for counterterrorism operations, Pg19

India unveils 'PRAHAAR', a comprehensive counter-terrorism strategy addressing cross-border threats, technology use, and international cooperation, marking a shift towards consolidated national policy.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Role of External State and Non State Actors Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

27 Feb, 2026

In PRAHAAR lies India's consolidated strategy for counterterrorism operations, Pg19

India unveils 'PRAHAAR', a comprehensive counter-terrorism strategy addressing cross-border threats, technology use, and international cooperation, marking a shift towards consolidated national policy.

27 Feb, 2026

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Govt. to procure business jets for defence dignitaries and chiefs of armed forces, Pg12

Defence Ministry seeks long-range business jets for VIP transport amid fleet upgrade and safety concerns after recent aviation accidents.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

26 Feb, 2026

Govt. to procure business jets for defence dignitaries and chiefs of armed forces, Pg12

Defence Ministry seeks long-range business jets for VIP transport amid fleet upgrade and safety concerns after recent aviation accidents.

26 Feb, 2026

Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Basavaraju to Hidma, Sonu to Devuji, top Maoists killed or surrendered since last year, Pg9

Top Maoist leaders neutralized: Basavaraju killed, Sonu, Devuji surrender, marking a turning point in anti-Maoist operations since 2024.

Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

24 Feb, 2026

Basavaraju to Hidma, Sonu to Devuji, top Maoists killed or surrendered since last year, Pg9

Top Maoist leaders neutralized: Basavaraju killed, Sonu, Devuji surrender, marking a turning point in anti-Maoist operations since 2024.

24 Feb, 2026

Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Naxalism nears end, work of democracy goes on, Pg10

Top Maoist leader's surrender signals near-end of Naxalism; focus shifts to development, forest rights, and inclusive governance.

Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

24 Feb, 2026

Naxalism nears end, work of democracy goes on, Pg10

Top Maoist leader's surrender signals near-end of Naxalism; focus shifts to development, forest rights, and inclusive governance.

24 Feb, 2026

Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Highest-ranking Maoist leader Devuji surrenders (Headed CPI (Maoist) Central Military Commission for last two decades), Pg1

Top Maoist leader Devuji surrenders in Telangana, signaling a major blow to CPI (Maoist) amidst intensified security operations.

Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

23 Feb, 2026

Highest-ranking Maoist leader Devuji surrenders (Headed CPI (Maoist) Central Military Commission for last two decades), Pg1

Top Maoist leader Devuji surrenders in Telangana, signaling a major blow to CPI (Maoist) amidst intensified security operations.

23 Feb, 2026

Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

In final push against Maoists, forces zero in on last pockets, Pg12

Security forces intensify final operations against Maoists, targeting remaining 300 operatives before the 2026 deadline, focusing on welfare and development.

Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

19 Feb, 2026

In final push against Maoists, forces zero in on last pockets, Pg12

Security forces intensify final operations against Maoists, targeting remaining 300 operatives before the 2026 deadline, focusing on welfare and development.

19 Feb, 2026

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

H125M may replace Cheetah, Chetak, Pg21

Airbus proposes H125M helicopter as Cheetah and Chetak replacement, manufactured in India with high indigenization.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

18 Feb, 2026

H125M may replace Cheetah, Chetak, Pg21

Airbus proposes H125M helicopter as Cheetah and Chetak replacement, manufactured in India with high indigenization.

18 Feb, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Naxalism nears its end. In Bastar, time for a future without fear, Pg13

Naxalism faces definitive end as key leaders neutralized, cadres surrender, and ideology collapses, shifting focus to rehabilitation and development.

Vulnerable Sections Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

18 Feb, 2026

Naxalism nears its end. In Bastar, time for a future without fear, Pg13

Naxalism faces definitive end as key leaders neutralized, cadres surrender, and ideology collapses, shifting focus to rehabilitation and development.

18 Feb, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

IAF, Royal Thai Air Force hold air combat training exercise, Pg12

IAF and Royal Thai Air Force conduct joint air combat training in Indian Ocean, enhancing military cooperation and operational readiness.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

14 Feb, 2026

IAF, Royal Thai Air Force hold air combat training exercise, Pg12

IAF and Royal Thai Air Force conduct joint air combat training in Indian Ocean, enhancing military cooperation and operational readiness.

14 Feb, 2026

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Govt inks deal with HAL for 8 Dornier 228 aircraft for ICG (Rs 2,312-crore contract includes operational role equipment for the Coast Guard), Pg6

HAL secures Rs 2,312 crore deal to supply 8 Dornier 228 aircraft enhancing Indian Coast Guard's maritime capabilities.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

13 Feb, 2026

Govt inks deal with HAL for 8 Dornier 228 aircraft for ICG (Rs 2,312-crore contract includes operational role equipment for the Coast Guard), Pg6

HAL secures Rs 2,312 crore deal to supply 8 Dornier 228 aircraft enhancing Indian Coast Guard's maritime capabilities.

13 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Centre plans guidelines for books by defence personnel, Pg1

Defence Ministry to issue guidelines regulating book publications by armed forces personnel, addressing Official Secrets Act concerns and national security.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

12 Feb, 2026

Centre plans guidelines for books by defence personnel, Pg1

Defence Ministry to issue guidelines regulating book publications by armed forces personnel, addressing Official Secrets Act concerns and national security.

12 Feb, 2026

Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Significant rise in China border patrols after Galwan clash: MHA, Pg1

Significant rise in China border patrols after Galwan clash: MHA, Pg1

CAPF Bill gives priority to IPS officers; govt. says new law will curb litigation, Pg10

CAPF Bill gives priority to IPS officers; govt. says new law will curb litigation, Pg10

NIA arrests six Ukrainians, one from US for plotting terror activities in India, Pg3

NIA arrests six Ukrainians, one from US for plotting terror activities in India, Pg3

India and Seychelles carry out joint military exercise, Pg10

India and Seychelles carry out joint military exercise, Pg10

MHA: Statutory bodies cannot seek Look Out Circulars directly, Pg1

MHA: Statutory bodies cannot seek Look Out Circulars directly, Pg1

On India’s fighter jet acquisitions, Pg8

On India’s fighter jet acquisitions, Pg8

Pahalgam attack GoPro activated in China: NIA, Pg1

Pahalgam attack GoPro activated in China: NIA, Pg1

On the frontline, Bastar's own (GUERRILLA VS GUERRILLA: At the heart of Battleground Bastar, where the endgame in the Maoist movement is likely to play out, are the District Reserve Guards, a force drawn from the local tribal population to take o..., Pg24

On the frontline, Bastar's own (GUERRILLA VS GUERRILLA: At the heart of Battleground Bastar, where the endgame in the Maoist movement is likely to play out, are the District Reserve Guards, a force drawn from the local tribal population to take o..., Pg24

Navy boosts anti-submarine capability with INS Anjadip, Pg10

Navy boosts anti-submarine capability with INS Anjadip, Pg10

In PRAHAAR lies India's consolidated strategy for counterterrorism operations, Pg19

In PRAHAAR lies India's consolidated strategy for counterterrorism operations, Pg19

Govt. to procure business jets for defence dignitaries and chiefs of armed forces, Pg12

Govt. to procure business jets for defence dignitaries and chiefs of armed forces, Pg12

Basavaraju to Hidma, Sonu to Devuji, top Maoists killed or surrendered since last year, Pg9

Basavaraju to Hidma, Sonu to Devuji, top Maoists killed or surrendered since last year, Pg9

Naxalism nears end, work of democracy goes on, Pg10

Naxalism nears end, work of democracy goes on, Pg10

Highest-ranking Maoist leader Devuji surrenders (Headed CPI (Maoist) Central Military Commission for last two decades), Pg1

Highest-ranking Maoist leader Devuji surrenders (Headed CPI (Maoist) Central Military Commission for last two decades), Pg1

In final push against Maoists, forces zero in on last pockets, Pg12

In final push against Maoists, forces zero in on last pockets, Pg12

H125M may replace Cheetah, Chetak, Pg21

H125M may replace Cheetah, Chetak, Pg21

Naxalism nears its end. In Bastar, time for a future without fear, Pg13

Naxalism nears its end. In Bastar, time for a future without fear, Pg13

IAF, Royal Thai Air Force hold air combat training exercise, Pg12

IAF, Royal Thai Air Force hold air combat training exercise, Pg12

Govt inks deal with HAL for 8 Dornier 228 aircraft for ICG (Rs 2,312-crore contract includes operational role equipment for the Coast Guard), Pg6

Govt inks deal with HAL for 8 Dornier 228 aircraft for ICG (Rs 2,312-crore contract includes operational role equipment for the Coast Guard), Pg6

Centre plans guidelines for books by defence personnel, Pg1

Centre plans guidelines for books by defence personnel, Pg1

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