JANUARY 2021 Issue is NOW ONLINE

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ITBP seeks continuation of internal security role

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) that guards the LAC with China has sought from the government a continued deployment of its troops in internal security duties so that it can give a “healthy break”...

2,800 companies in Sharjah asked to install CCTV cameras

As many as 2,800 industrial companies have been asked to mandatorily install CCTV cameras, even as they will be linked directly to the Sharjah Police Operation Room to enhance security in the industrial sector. An...

Central Railway to form 84 groups on messaging app to ensure women safety in...

To strengthen women commuters’ security, the Central Railway (CR) has initiated a new concept called ‘Smart Saheli’. The initiative involves the formation of 84 WhatsApp groups, which will include women railway police officers, commuters...

UK farmers get their own security advice as cyberattacks increase

The UK's National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) has issued its first-ever guidance for farmers to help protect their industry from malware and ransomware. With an eye on the future of agriculture and tech, the...

Six black spots on expressway on transport authority radar

The regional transport authority (RTA) of Gurugram recently held a meeting with stakeholders involved, including the district administration, on ways to reduce fatalities on National Highway-48. The officials identified six black spots — Rajiv...

Paris police banned from using surveillance drones

France’s highest administrative court has prohibited police in Paris from using drones to monitor demonstrations and gatherings on public roads. The Council of State also ordered the government to pay a sum of...

Private schools oppose new fire safety rules in Karnataka

Private schools, including aided ones, and pre-university schools in Karnataka are crying foul over newly introduced fire safety rules that they say cannot be retrospectively implemented.A circular was recently sent to schools and colleges...

UK constabularies deploy new body-worn camera solution

Police forces rely on body-worn cameras to improve the safety and accountability of their frontline teams, capture evidence and maintain transparency. In the first three months of lockdown, UK police forces saw a 21...

Centre frames new rules for private security agencies and guards

All private security guards will henceforth have to undergo at least 20 days of physical training for crowd control, fire fighting and identification of IEDs, while owners of private security agencies will have to...