India’s Private Security Crisis: Why Policy Reform Can’t Wait Any Longer

India’s ₹1.5 lakh crore private security sector is in crisis due to outdated regulation and inconsistent enforcement. CAPSI leads the call for urgent PSARA reform, guard welfare, and a central regulatory authority to safeguard India’s frontline workforce. Introduction: A Nation Guarded, But Not Watching India’s private security industry, with over 12 million personnel, silently forms…

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Capacity Building in Security Risk Consulting: A Strategic Imperative in an Evolving Threat Landscape

In a world where the contours of security threats are shifting from the merely physical to increasingly digital realms, the traditional boundaries of security risk consulting are being redefined. Today, it is not enough to assess vulnerabilities in bricks and mortar; there is an urgent need to assess the readiness of people—the first and last…

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Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) – Relevance to Private Security Industry (PSI)

Introduction The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are a profoundly important part of the Indian Constitution but are often understated. When the framers of our Constitution met to decide the foundation of a free India, they wanted a document which not only organizes the running of the Governments but also reflects the soul of…

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Drones in the Private Security Industry

Introduction The rapid advancement of drone technology has significantly impacted various industries, including the private security. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, have revolutionized surveillance, threat detection, and emergency response. With the ability to provide real-time aerial monitoring, drones enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of operations in the private security domain. Their integration…

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Maintaining Standards in the Private Security Sector

Introduction The private security sector plays a critical role in ensuring safety and security for individuals, businesses, and institutions. As threats evolve, the demand for professional, reliable, and standardized private security services has grown exponentially. However, maintaining uniform standards across the sector remains a challenge, with significant concerns surrounding the operations of unlicensed agencies, inconsistent…

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The Evolving Landscape of Risk Management in the Age of AI: Balancing Innovation with Security

Cyber-attacks are evolving. The rapid advancement of technology has brought unprecedented convenience, but it has also opened doors to ethical dilemmas and potential misuse. As AI tools become more accessible, their dual nature as both instruments of progress and potential threats grows clearer. One of the most alarming possibilities lies in the hypothetical misuse of…

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Haryana Revises Labour Welfare Fund Contribution for 2025

On March 7, 2025, the Government of Haryana issued an important notification regarding the revised Labour Welfare Fund contribution for both employers and employees. This adjustment, effective from January 1, 2025, brings changes to the contribution limits under Section 9A of the Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1965. Key Highlights of the Revised Notification: Employee Contribution:…

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