National 25 August 2026
HM Amit Shah Directs AI Integration and Strict Anti-Infiltration Measures at NSS Conference 2026
Why in the News?
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the 2-day '9th National Security Strategies Conference-2026' in New Delhi, directing security agencies to intensify measures against illegal infiltration and leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Key Features / Major Points:
AI-Driven Intelligence: Directed the use of AI-based analytics on the Multi-Agency Centre (MAC) platform to formulate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for addressing national security challenges.
Counter-Terrorism Initiatives: Emphasized training for the Home Ministry's 'PRAHAAR' scheme, speeding up trial in absentia provisions for fugitives, and applying an integrated approach to UAPA investigations.
Hybrid Format: Held annually in a hybrid format since 2021 under PM Narendra Modi's directives, bringing together over 850 participants including state DGsP, CAPF heads, and domain experts.
Key Focus Areas: Deliberations covered counter-terrorism, illegal migrant detection and deportation, cybercrime policy frameworks, proxy warfare, sub-aerial threats, and biosecurity frameworks.
Static GK Facts:
Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA): Union Home Minister: Amit Shah | Headquarters: North Block, New Delhi.
Intelligence Bureau (IB): Established Year: 1887 | Headquarters: New Delhi. (India's internal intelligence agency).
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Who inaugurated the 9th National Security Strategies Conference-2026 in New Delhi?
A: Amit Shah (Union Home Minister)
Q: Since which year has the National Security Strategies Conference been organized in a hybrid format?
A: 2021
Q: In which year was the Intelligence Bureau (IB) established?
A: 1887