Undocumented migrants leaving via eastern border tripled in 2025
India–Bangladesh Border Context Relevance : GS 3(Internal Security) Latest Data (as of July 15, 2025) Causes of Surge in Exits Methods of Exit Legal & Security Aspects
IAF prioritises induction of long-range missiles after Operation Sindoor success
Context & Operational Lessons Relevance : GS 3(Internal Security , Defence) Weapons Used During the Operation Shift in Capability Development Indigenous Development Push Foreign Acquisitions Tactical & Strategic Impact Broader Implications
How should money laundering be tackled?
What is Money Laundering? Relevance : GS 3(Internal Security) Three Stages of Money Laundering: About PMLA, 2002: Enforcement and Conviction Data: Issues with Implementation: Misuse of PMLA: A Cause for Concern Global Context: The ‘Laundromat’ Model International Case Studies: China’s Overseas Operations Global Financial Action: FATF & DTAA Economic Impacts of Money Laundering: Key Takeaways:
IAF’s unending fighter conundrum
Historical Significance of MiG-21 in India’s Defence History Relevance : GS 3(Internal Security , Defence) Operational and Safety Concerns Current IAF Inventory & Transition Challenges LCA Mk1A: Cornerstone of the Modernisation Plan Sukhoi-30MKI: Backbone but Needing Upgrades Roadmap for the Future: IAF’s 600+ Jet Induction Plan LCA Mk2 & AMCA: Strategic Capabilities in Pipeline Medium Role […]
3 Pak. terrorists behind Pahalgam killed
Background On April 22, 2025, a major terror attack took place at Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of 26 civilians. The attack marked one of the deadliest incidents targeting civilians in the Union Territory in recent times. Relevance : GS 3(Internal Security ) Recent Developments On July 29, 2025, security forces conducted a […]
Apache AH-64E Induction
Recent Induction Relevance : GS 3(Internal Security , Defence ) Deployment Plans Strategic Advantages Capability Details Firepower Equipped with Hellfire missiles, Hydra rockets, and 30mm M230 chain gun Avionics Advanced sensors, radar, night-vision, and electronic warfare capabilities Terrain Versatility Optimised for high-altitude and all-weather combat operations AI/ISR Integration Supports network-centric warfare and real-time battlefield visibility The […]
MiG-21: End of an Era
Historical Significance Relevance : GS 3(Defence , Internal Security) Operational Use & Combat Record Accidents & Safety Concerns Metric Value Total MiG-21 variants inducted 700 Pilots killed in crashes 170 Civilians killed in accidents 40 Common nickname “Flying Coffin” due to high crash rate The MiG-21’s prolonged service and aging design made it a liability despite mid-life […]
How vulnerable are Delhi citizens to cybercrime?
Context and Scale Relevance : GS 3(Cyber Security) Public Awareness: High but Uneven Government Initiatives: Mixed Perception Citizen Practices & Digital Divide Confidence in Protection Reporting Behaviour: Worryingly Low Redressal & Recovery: Institutional Apathy Complaint Process Experience Nature of Cybercrime Impact Trust in Digital Ecosystem Policy Way Forward
Indians lost ₹7,000 crore to cyber frauds
Context According to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Indians lost over ₹7,000 crore to cyber frauds in the first 5 months of 2025. More than 50% of this loss is linked to cross-border scams originating in Southeast Asia (especially Cambodia), with deep links to human trafficking and organised cybercrime. Relevance : GS 3 ( Cyber Security, Internal Security, Governance) Key Data Month Amount […]
Terror attack accused in India used online payment services
Key Findings from FATF’s July 2025 Report Report Title: Comprehensive Update on Terrorist Financing RisksPublisher: Financial Action Task Force (FATF)Context: Highlights evolving methods used by terrorists globally, with India cited in two major case studies. Case 1: Gorakhnath Temple Attack (April 3, 2022) – Lone Wolf Radicalisation Case 2: Pulwama Attack (February 14, 2019) – E-Commerce Enabled Logistics […]