Army granted special powers to buy weapons for military emergencies
In a major decision, the government has empowered the Army directly to procure critical weapons systems and military platforms to maintain combat readiness for...
Cochin International Airport upgrades explosives detection system
India’s Cochin International Airport has deployed four high-speed CTX 9800 DSi hold baggage explosives detection systems (EDS) to screen all passenger checked baggage.
With the...
Fire industry collectively demands change
The fire industry came together at an emotionally charged Firex International to meet, network and discuss the challenges facing their industry. Conversations naturally centred...
Delhi Police gets high-tech interceptor vans to curb rash driving
Equipped to move swiftly in all weather conditions, and even in pitch-darkness, the Delhi Traffic Police on Tuesday added 11 hi-tech interceptor vans in...
Canada proposes to overhaul its national security laws
Canada has introduced extensive security legislation that includes the creation of a "super" national security review body. The Liberals say its proposed overhaul of...
Rajiv Gauba to be the next Home Secretary
Urban Development Secretary Rajiv Gauba was today named as the next Home Secretary as part of a major top-level bureaucratic reshuffle effected. He will...
Australian CISOs believe CEOs are breaking security rules: Symantec
Nearly three-quarters, or 74 percent, of chief information security officers (CISO) in Australia believe their CEO has broken internal security protocols, either intentionally or...
CCTVs mandatory for commercial establishments and religious places in Karnataka
Installation of closed circuit television cameras will soon be made mandatory in all commercial establishments and religious places that have a footfall of 500...
National highways security may go to CISF
National highways seem to have become the new favourite crime spots for offenders and criminals. Whether it is the infamous Bulandshahr rape case or...
Guidelines for Singapore private security firms to spot signs of radicalisation
The Security Association of Singapore (SAS) will roll out a set of guidelines for private security agencies to help them identify potentially radicalised individuals....
UBM hosts OSH Chennai & SAFE South India
UBM India, India’s leading exhibition organizer, launched the 4th edition of the Occupational Safety & Health (OSH Chennai) Expo (being held on 29-30 June,...
Tourism and new regs to propel UAE fire safety market
According to 6Wresearch, the UAE Fire Safety Systems & Equipment market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1% during 2017-23. The market...
Hikvision and EY hold joint conference on information security
Hikvision, the world’s leading supplier of innovative video surveillance products and solutions, and EY China advisory, held a joint conference for the launch of...
No ‘risk allowance’ for Special Cell, SWAT commandos in Delhi Police
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has turned down a proposal by the Delhi Police, requesting a special “risk allowance” for the Special Cell...
Siemens India wins first cyber security contract for power plant automation
Siemens India has bagged its first order in cyber security category for power plant automation from CLP India Private Limited, the Mumbai-based wholly-owned subsidiary...
Traffic Management market goes into overdrive
The traffic management market size is expected to grow from USD 22.96 Billion in 2017 to USD 59.48 Billion by 2022, at a Compound...
Trade in light weapons significantly less transparent; only one-fifth recorded.
The latest edition of the Small Arms Survey puts the total trade in small weapons -- like handguns -- and light weapons -- which...
Hong Kong keeps open mind on CCTV surveillance in public places...
Authorities in Hong kong will keep an open mind about permanently installing closed-circuit TV in public places to help maintain law and order, while...
Big ‘push’ for elders’ security
The elderly will now have help at hand, literally, if they are faced with some threat. In a unique initiative, Delhi Police has been...
Eagle Eye Networks acquires Panasonic Cloud Management Service Europe
Eagle Eye Networks has acquired Panasonic Cloud Management Service Europe B.V.(PCMSEU), a leading provider of professional cloud video surveillance services and products based in...
