HISTORICAL FACTS: 2 - The Untold Story

MHA adds West Bengal's Haldia Seaport to immigration checkpoints list

Haldia seaport in West Bengal has officially been designated as an immigration checkpoint, becoming India's 41st such facility. This move by the Ministry of Home Affairs aims to streamline international passenger and crew movement through this crucial eastern maritime hub. The amendment to the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, signifies…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

MHA agency launches 2 portals to prevent cybercrimes, ensure justice for victims

The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre has launched two new portals. The Grievance Redressal Mechanism portal helps unfreeze wrongly frozen bank accounts. The Money Restoration Module portal facilitates the return of money lost to cyber fraud. These initiatives aim to provide timely relief to citizens affected by cybercrime.

The Economic Times · Jun 17

'Concentration of curry': Singapore blocks 14 anti-Indian posts likely from China

Singapore has ordered YouTube, Facebook, and X to block 14 posts targeting its Indian community and multiculturalism. The Ministry of Home Affairs stated the content, originating from overseas and likely China, aimed to sow discord by attacking the nation's multiracial society. These actions underscore Singapore's commitment to social cohesion and…

The Times of India · Jun 7

'Very serious': Kiren Rijiju asks Rahul Gandhi to disclose details of his foreign travels

Union minister Kiren Rijiju has called questions surrounding Rahul Gandhi's foreign trips and their funding very serious. He urged the Congress leader to share travel details with authorities to prevent potential legal action. The BJP had previously questioned the source of funds for Gandhi's numerous international visits, citing a discrepancy…

The Economic Times · May 15

From safeguard to weapon: The slow and steady evolution of FCRA

The journey of India’s Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), from a law meant to shield domestic politics from foreign influence to one being weaponised to reprimand civil society, reveals a striking truth about India today.

Newslaundry · Apr 2

Official Vande Mataram Protocol: 6 Stanzas, 3 Min 10 Sec, Must Be Sung Before National Anthem

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a detailed and first-of-its-kind protocol for the rendition of Vande Mataram, India’s National Song, setting clear rules on how, when, and in what order it should be sung at official functions and public events across the country. According to the official…

Times Life · Feb 14

HC raps MHA for ‘distorted’ paperwork in Reuters journalist’s OCI case

Hearing the case of Reuters journalist Raphael Satter, whose Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card was revoked in December 2023, the Delhi High Court reportedly pulled up the Ministry of Home Affairs’ counsel for inadequate paperwork. According to Bar and Bench, the judge said, “Your officers have completely distorted it.” 

Newslaundry · Nov 27, 2025

The Constitution we celebrate isn’t the one we live under

“Constitutional morality is not a natural sentiment. It has to be cultivated. We must realise that our people have yet to learn it. Democracy in India is only a top-dressing on an Indian soil which is essentially undemocratic.”

Newslaundry · Nov 26, 2025

Singapore Approves Mandatory Caning for Scammers — Here's the Full List of Offences Punishable by the Cane

Singapore passes law imposing caning for scammers and syndicate recruiters — six to 24 strokes — as fraud cases surge to 60% of total crime.

International Business Times UK · Nov 5, 2025

Govt ‘idiotically misinterpreted’ organisation’s reply: Sonam Wangchuk’s wife on FCRA license cancellation

While cancelling the FCRA licence of an organisation founded by Ladakh-based climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on September 25 said that the Students’ Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh (Secmol) received foreign funds to study the national sovereignty against the “national interest” and in violation…

Newslaundry · Sep 27, 2025