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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - January 2019

Jan 2019

Aug 26, 2026

PM Modi reviews cyber fraud cases during PRAGATI meeting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a PRAGATI meeting to review cyber fraud cases and strengthen prevention. He emphasized regular capacity-building for personnel and asked ministries and states to use modern technologies and improve quality assurance. The PM said public awareness campaigns should target seniors, youth, and other vulnerable groups. The meeting also reviewed six infrastructure projects across rail, road and power sectors with a total investment of over 30,000 crore rupees and discussed the AgriStack project within the Digital Agriculture Mission. Modi urged faster, higher-quality execution across agencies and stressed continuing monitoring and accountability.

PRAGATI meeting reviewed cyber fraud cases and capacity-building needs
Emphasis on public awareness and modern technology use
Six infrastructure projects reviewed; investment exceeds 30,000 crore
AgriStack discussed within Digital Agriculture Mission
Call for faster, high-quality execution and accountability

9th National Security Strategies Conference begins in Delhi

New Delhi hosted the 9th National Security Strategies Conference-2026, a two-day event gathering senior security officials and experts. Organized by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the conference focused on illegal migration, cybercrime, and proxy warfare. Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the event and directed the use of AI-based analysis of information from MAC platforms to prepare standard operating procedures. Participants discussed counter-terrorism, narcotics control, and integrated intelligence approaches. The conference drew more than 850 participants in person or online, showing wide interest in national security planning and interagency coordination.

9th National Security Strategies Conference-2026 opened in Delhi
Focus on illegal migration, cybercrime, and proxy warfare
Amit Shah inaugurated the event; AI-based MAC analysis instructed
Discussions cover counter-terrorism and narcotics control
Over 850 participants attended

Aug 25, 2026

9th National Security Strategies Conference 2026 inaugurated in New Delhi

The 9th National Security Strategies (NSS) Conference 2026 was inaugurated in New Delhi by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on 24 August 2026. The hybrid conference drew more than 850 delegates from the Intelligence Bureau, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and central and state police forces. The event focused on strengthening India’s internal security framework, addressing counter-terrorism, cybercrime, narcotics control, and information warfare. Delegates discussed better information sharing, interagency coordination, and policy measures to face evolving security challenges. The conference aims to refine strategies for future operations, with implications for national policy, capacity building, and technology-enabled security infrastructure.

Inauguration date: 24 August 2026.
Venue: New Delhi; hybrid format with 850+ delegates.
Topics: counter-terrorism, cybercrime, narcotics control, information warfare.
Emphasis on interagency coordination and data sharing.

Aug 23, 2026

BRICS Tourism Ministers’ Meeting to begin in Jaipur on August 21–22, 2026

As part of India's BRICS Chairship, Jaipur, Rajasthan will host the BRICS Tourism Ministers’ Meeting on 21–22 August 2026, following meetings in other BRICS tracks. The meeting, chaired by the Ministry of Tourism, will bring together BRICS member states to discuss tourism cooperation, sustainable travel, and joint initiatives. The agenda includes shared platforms for tourism investment, people-to-people exchanges, and digital tourism infrastructure. Officials expect the session to lay groundwork for a BRICS Tourism Working Group and a roadmap aligning with the broader BRICS agenda for 2030, with potential partnerships in marketing, capacity building, and sustainable tourism initiatives.

Dates: 21–22 August 2026
Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan
Theme: BRICS tourism cooperation and sustainability
Participants: BRICS tourism ministers and officials
Outcomes: roadmap for tourism collaboration and capacity-building

Aug 22, 2026

Border connectivity progress highlighted in national briefing

Border connectivity progress highlighted in national briefing. The briefing on 20 August 2026 outlined ongoing investments in roads, ports and communication links along border corridors. Officials stressed improved coordination among central and state agencies to speed decision-making and resource allocation. Security measures include enhanced patrols, surveillance networks and community outreach programs in difficult areas. The report also highlighted expected economic benefits for border districts through infrastructure projects and local employment. Analysts say such measures could improve border security and cross-border trade flows across multiple sectors. The briefing also noted enhanced data sharing among agencies to monitor risk indicators and respond quickly.

Investments in roads, ports and communications along borders
Improved coordination among central and state agencies
Enhanced patrols, surveillance and community outreach
Economic benefits for border districts through infrastructure
Data sharing to monitor risks and respond quickly

Aug 19, 2026

Aparajita Parang La 2026 NCC Trek Flagged Off from Ladakh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off the NCC All India Girls High Altitude Long Trek Aparajita Parang La 2026 from Ladakh in August 2026. The expedition aims to promote adventure, leadership, resilience, and self-confidence among NCC girl cadets. The trek covers the challenging Parang La Pass region, linking Ladakh with Himachal Pradesh. Organisers emphasised character building and teamwork as core benefits, with cadets undergoing training in navigation, high-altitude trekking, and endurance. The event showcases national commitment to women’s participation in defence-related activities and leadership roles in outdoor environments.

Flagged off by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Aparajita Parang La 2026 trek for NCC girls
Aims to build leadership, resilience, confidence
Covers Parang La Pass between Ladakh and Himachal
Promotes women’s participation in defence activities

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