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Forget Bollywood drama; India's intelligence recruitment is mostly through civil services, armed forces, and specialized exams. Agencies like RAW and IB focus on foreign and internal security respectively, with technical roles in cyber intelligence growing. Direct recruitment for positions like IB's ACIO exists, but many join via UPSC after gaining experience

During a recent meeting, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma emphasized the need for policing that prioritizes tangible results, asserting that true achievement is measured by diminished crime rates and lives saved rather than mere personnel increases. He urged law enforcement officials to engage in ongoing training focused on law enforcement strategies, psychological insights, and the integration of advanced technology.

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As Bakrid approaches, the Patna administration has taken decisive action by deploying magistrates and police at 479 strategic points throughout the city. This proactive measure aims to maintain peace and security, complemented by vigilant monitoring of social media platforms. Special provisions at Gandhi Maidan are in place, featuring regulated entry, efficient water management, and medical assistance ready on standby.

Uttar Pradesh ATS and STF have busted a suspected terror sleeper cell in Saharanpur. Four individuals were arrested in a joint operation. The group allegedly operated at the behest of Pakistan's intelligence agency and was linked to gangster Shahzad Bhatti. They were reportedly recruiting and radicalizing Indian youth through social media platforms.

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reviewed the state's law and order and progress on key schemes, working through a Saturday holiday ahead of his government's two-year anniversary. The meeting focused on proactive policing, crime prevention, and enhancing public confidence, especially after recent mob violence incidents.

Ten police personnel and CAPF men were injured, three seriously, during a protest against "bulldozer action in Tiljala" at Park Circus. The unauthorized gathering turned violent when protesters blocked roads and hurled stones, vandalizing police vehicles. Police arrested 21 and detained 25, with investigations ongoing to identify masterminds.

Iran has reportedly downed over two dozen US MQ-9 Reaper drones, costing nearly a billion dollars and impacting a significant portion of Washington's advanced unmanned fleet. These losses, occurring amid ongoing conflict, highlight the vulnerability of expensive drones in contested airspace. The Pentagon faces challenges replacing these crucial intelligence and strike assets.

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A 34-year-old man, Laxmikanta Panda, has been arrested in Rourkela for allegedly defrauding victims of approximately Rs 1 crore since 2016. Police investigations revealed his involvement in fraud cases across multiple districts, promising subsidized loans and financial assistance. Valuables worth Rs 20 lakh were recovered during his apprehension.

The US under Trump is intensifying pressure on Cuba, drawing comparisons to its Venezuela policy. However, experts believe Cuba's complex political structure and disciplined security apparatus make it a far riskier and potentially costlier challenge for Washington than Venezuela.

US and Israel reportedly explored a regime-change plan in Iran, centering on former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, after alleged strikes killed top officials and the Supreme Leader. The plan, devised by Mossad, aimed to install Ahmadinejad, despite his hardline past, but collapsed after an Israeli strike on his residence. His current whereabouts are unknown.

In a bold move that would make any thriller writer envious, the Durg police enacted a clever ruse, playing the roles of goat sellers and census agents to infiltrate an interstate theft gang in Delhi. Their pursuit culminated in a breathtaking 300km chase along the Yamuna Expressway, culminating in the capture of notorious suspect Nasir Anas Khan.

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has directed the Odisha police to intensify crime mapping and intelligence gathering to combat organised crimes. Emphasizing a visible police presence and proactive legal measures, he urged the force to instill fear in criminals while building public trust.

US forces struck Iranian missile sites and boats near the Strait of Hormuz. This happened during peace talks aimed at ending a three-month conflict. Iran accused the US of a war crime. Reports mentioned explosions and fatalities on Larak Island. Discussions continue on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's uranium stockpile.

China is enhancing its nationwide surveillance with AI and LLM-powered systems, shifting towards predictive policing. Local governments are deploying new technologies that interpret video feeds and retrieve footage via text prompts, automating monitoring and identifying unusual behavior in real-time. This upgrade aims to improve efficiency and proactive risk assessment.

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