UGC sets new norms to boost campus security

In its attempt to step up security of students in hostels in educational institutes across the country, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued...

Smart parking sensors to help reduce C02 emissions

Siemens and partners have launched the world's first pilot project in Berlin aimed at simplifying the search for a parking space. The company has...

Maharashtra govt. asked to conduct fire safety audits of courts

The Bombay High Court has directed Maharashtra government's Public Works Department to conduct fire safety audits of all court buildings across the state in...

1,950 CCTV cameras installed in Islamabad under Safe City Project

The Pakistani capital would have a technology-based security system in a few weeks as installation of 1,950 CCTV cameras has been completed. The entire...

Karnataka guards will work less, earn more

The Karnataka State government has revised the minimum pay for security guards by pegging it at Rs 10,800 per month (for an 8-hour work...

Biometrics a must for Schengen visa

In a couple of months, travellers headed to Schengen countries in Europe will have to enter their biometric data while applying for the Schengen...

Delhi govt. to install CCTVs at hospitals

Delhi's state-run hospitals may be crying for basic infrastructure needs like surgical equipment and medicines, but the government has put out an expression of...

Norbain acquires Blue Helix

Norbain Holdings Ltd has acquired Blue Helix Ltd, a leading distributor of fibre and copper networking products from the world’s foremost manufacturers. The move...

Unified fire service still a distant dream for Gujarat

q1qGujarat may have appointed director of state fire services B K Thacker in the last week of August, but the urban development department seems...

Passenger screening methods to become increasingly less intrusive

A new report from market research firm Frost & Sullivan predicts that passenger screening methods at airports around the world will become less intrusive...

Government Sector drives India’s Biometrics Market

India’s biometrics market is in for continued strong growth over the next several years, according to a new report from TechSci Research. It’s expected...

Govt. wants panic button in mobiles to ensure women’s safety

To ensure women’s safety, Ministry of Women and Child Development has proposed introduction of a panic button in all mobile phones. According to the...

Terror attack fears prompt Drone ban in Hyderabad

Hyderabad Police has banned the use of remote-controlled drones after concerns were raised by intelligence agencies about their potential use by terror outfits. The...

IFSEC India 2015 – Enabling Security Industry to attain its Prime

Once again, it’s that time of the year when security professionals, solution providers and system integrators will come together at IFSEC India 2015 to...

Smart cities would require smart buildings for fire safety

With most modern cities opting for vertical solution for housing and corporate space, the next challenge faced by firefighters is to match the growth....

Ola Cabs to invest $20 million on safety initiatives this year

Taxi-hailing app Ola will invest $20 million (more than Rs 130 crore) by March, 2016 on various initiatives to ensure passenger safety. The Bengaluru-based...

Big changes at the top at Avigilon

Avigilon Corporation has confirmed a major reorganisation of its senior management team to streamline its reporting structure and increase operational efficiencies - the move...

Hyderabad Police equips Patrol Vehicles with roof-mounted CCTV

As part of its efforts to make Hyderabad, a 'safe and secure' city, Hyderabad Police has launched Vehicles with roof-mounted CCTV cameras. Hyderabad Police...

Wireless surveillance market set to grow

In a recently released research report, Technavio's analysts forecast the global wireless video surveillance market to grow at a CAGR of 21.35% over the...

Install CCTV cameras, get ad space: Central Railway

Central Railway has sought private participation in installation of CCTV cameras in ladies coaches in its suburban trains. In lieu of CCTVs, companies will...