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'Kash Patel is dangerous', clamour rises against Donald Trump's FBI pick

Kash Patel's appointment as the FBI head would lead to removal of Trump-appointed current director Christopher Wray before his tenure ends.

Hard Code | A gentle reminder: Nothing is unhackable

Researchers discovered a backdoor in a core piece of software utility last week. It is a reminder of how far malicious actors can go to hack their targets

A Los Angeles woman was arrested in Russia on charges of treason. Here's what we know

A Los Angeles woman was arrested in Russia on charges of treason. Here's what we know

Three held for duping people on pretext of providing jobs in Ghaziabad

The suspects provided the complainant and his brother-in-law a forged appointment letter and sent them for training in Jharkhand. They realised that they were cheated when they reached the training centre, the complainant said

Punjab sees 10 drone intrusions in a month, only one downed

Till now, BSF has seized 40 kg of heroin, 7 pistols along with ammunition. “The smugglers and anti-national elements have reduced the time of the movement of drones in the Indian territory making it difficult for troops to shoot them down, said AK Vidyarthi, DIG (BSF)

Public phone charging may harm your mobile devices. What FBI says

FBI said hackers can access to phones, tablets or computers devices through USB ports and therefore suggested carrying personal charger and USB cord.

Farmers' protest may be sabotaged by Pakistan's ISI, alerts intel report

As a precautionary measure, three Delhi Metro stations will remain shut from 10am to 2pm on this day. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) reportedly took the step on the advice of the Delhi Police, in view of the potential threat to security.

Not to restrict: Govt clarifies new rules for retired intel, security officers

"In fact, it makes it easier for them to do so, given that they can now contact the head of their former employer organisation and seek clarification on whether the proposed material is sensitive or non-sensitive," government sources said.

Govt bars publishing of sensitive info by ex-security officials sans permission

The directive further bars the officials from disclosing “sensitive information” which “would prejudicially affect the sovereignty and integrity of India.

New counter-terror centre set up in Britain

The centre was developed following the series of attacks in 2017 which killed 36 people and caused injury and life-changing impacts to many others.

Agencies discuss informal channels for fast info sharing among nations to solve crimes

At least two officials who attended the conference said Indian agencies have been lately exchanging information with police forces or intelligence agencies of various countries on economic offenders, smugglers, cyber criminals and terrorists

HT Picks: New Reads

This week’s interesting reads includes a portrait of a genius, a former R&AW man’s look at a troubled chapter in the nation’s recent history, and a study of the remarkable miniatures in the TAPI Collection

Police seek ED’s help in Chinese spy case probe

Appearing for Sharma, senior advocate Adish C Aggarwala, opposed the remand plea and said the investigation was not being conducted in the correct manner.

Zhenhua Data case: How to think about Chinese surveillance

Zhenhua Data, the reports claimed, put together a database with the personal information of over two million people of public interest — politicians, celebrities, business leaders, prominent military officials and academics

Dawood Ibrahim’s brother rubbishes Covid-19 rumours

Intelligence reports earlier said that Dawood and his wife have tested positive for coronavirus. The reports also revealed that his personal staff and guards have been quarantined.

Covid-19: Aarogya Setu needs legislative backing

The mandatory use of the mobile app brings many constitutional challenges such as the right to privacy of the citizens. Currently, there is no legal framework that governs it beyond its privacy policy and terms of use

Remembering RN Kao, India’s legendary spymaster

RN Kao was a close adviser and security chief to three Indian Prime Ministers.

Man passes on videos of vital installations in Jammu to Pak, arrested: Report

Pankaj Sharma sent photos of bridges on highways along the border to Pakistan intelligence agencies, said sources.

‘Urban Naxals’ under government agencies’ lens

Various NDA ministers and BJP functionaries have targeted urban naxals in the past. The Prime Minister himself has said in some rallies that urban naxals, from the comfort of their air-conditioned homes, remotely control locals, especially tribals, in areas affected by left wing extremism.

India shared Happy PhD’s name with Pak last year

The story of Popular Front of India and reason behind its growth

PFI’s growth is phenomenal, admit intelligence agencies, saying it successfully exploited a growing vacuum in the community donning the role of a saviour.

CID not mandated to fish in poll waters, informally gives forecast

HARYANA HOME MINISTER V/S CID: Political intelligence collected should have a law and order implication, as per CID manual

Army chief designate Manoj Naravane says real spy world not like ‘James Bond, guns, girls’

The armed forces owe intelligence agencies for their contribution to the nation’s security, said Army chief-designate Lieutenant General Manoj Naravane.

India apprises US, others in UNSC of Pakistan conspiracy to embarrass Delhi

In the past two months, Pakistan, with the help of China has submitted proposals to designate six Indians as global terrorists.

Naxals use drones over CRPF camp in Bastar, shoot at sight orders issued

The latest directive by a unified command of security and intelligence agencies at the Centre comes in the wake of a maiden incident where drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were seen hovering over a strategically important CRPF camp in the worst Naxal-violence affected district of Sukma in Chhattisgarh’s south Bastar region.

What the WhatsApp spying reveals

An independent panel must investigate the surveillance

Security, intelligence agencies hold meeting to discuss Pak drone threat

After the Punjab Police foiled the nefarious design of Pakistan with the seizure of arms airdropped in Tarn Taran village by drones from Pakistan, chief minister Captain Amarinder Singh has also strongly taken up the matter with Union home minister Rajnath Singh.

NSA Ajit Doval visits Srinagar to take stock of ground situation

Officials said Doval will meet top security officials and take stock of security and development-related activities in the state, which was also split into two union territories (UTs) -- Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. The UTs will come into effect on October 31.

Manmohan Singh’s security cover downgraded

Congress leader in Lok Sabha Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said such decisions should be taken as per norms.

Terror suspect held in Kochi, high alert continues in Kerala

Both states, Kerala and Tamil Nadu, were on high alert for the last three days in view of intelligence reports that six Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists, including one from Pakistan and a native of Kerala had entered Tamil Nadu.