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Hindustan Times
31-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
SBK Singh: A forward-looking policeman with a distinguished career spanning over three decades
New Delhi, A 1988-batch IPS officer of the AGMUT cadre and the Director General of Home Guards, Delhi, S B K Singh has been given additional charge as Commissioner of Delhi Police SBK Singh: A forward-looking policeman with a distinguished career spanning over three decades With an illustrious career spanning over 36 years, Singh has held several pivotal positions in the Delhi Police and also served as the head of police forces in two northeastern states Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh. An alumnus of St. Stephen's College, University of Delhi, Singh joined the Indian Police Service after graduation in 1986. He later completed an MBA with a specialisation in Human Resource Management. His policing career reflects a rare blend of field experience, administrative innovation, and technological foresight. In Delhi Police, Singh has served in key positions such as Additional DCP of South, and DCP in both Northeast and Central districts. He later headed the Economic Offences Wing, and served as Joint Commissioner of Police and Special Commissioner of Police in various domains including Intelligence, Security, Law and Order and Technology and Project Implementation. As Special CP , the IPS officer introduced Public Facilitation Desks in police stations and supervised major arrangements and investigations across seven police districts comprising 89 police stations. As Special CP , Singh led high-profile security operations, notably the Republic Day celebrations in 2015 during the visit of then US President Barack Obama and the Indo-Africa Forum Summit the same year which saw participation from 54 heads of state and dignitaries. Singh's tenure as DGP of Mizoram was marked by progressive initiatives, including the launch of the state's first all-women police station, a tourist police unit, and the introduction of the Mizoram Safety Application. He implemented e-challaning for traffic violations and brought Mizoram Police onto social media platforms, while devising strategies to curb drug trafficking across the Myanmar border. In Arunachal Pradesh, Singh launched the Arunachal Suraksha Mobile Application, introduced an online complaint portal, and set up their official Facebook and X handles for public interaction. He also promoted over 1,500 constables to honorary head constables, showcasing his commitment to personnel welfare. A forward-thinking officer, Singh was instrumental in developing the 'Lost Report' mobile application and a web-based Police Clearance Certificate system while serving as Special CP in Delhi Police. His career also includes over seven years of service in the Cabinet Secretariat , with postings in India and abroad. Decorated with the President's Police Medal for Distinguished Service, the Police Medal for Meritorious Service, and a Silver Medal for National e-Governance, Singh is known for his modern outlook on policing. He also authors a blog titled 'Spiritual Policeman', offering insights into his unique perspective on law enforcement. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
GMA Network
22-07-2025
- Climate
- GMA Network
US Embassy suspends operations on July 23 due to bad weather
The US Embassy in Manila suspended on July 23, 2025 its consular services due to inclement weather. (File photo) The US Embassy in the Philippines on Tuesday announced that its consular section will remain closed for American citizen services and visa appointments on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 due to inclement weather in Metro Manila. 'The safety of Consular staff, U.S. citizens, and visa applicants is our top priority. For those with scheduled appointments tomorrow, please check your registered email address for detailed scheduling instructions,' the embassy said in a statement. 'Visa applicants who have scheduling concerns may call our customer service center at (02) 8548-8223 or (02) 7792-8988 for immediate assistance.' Further, US citizens in the Philippines who wish to reschedule their passport or notarial appointments may do so via the online appointment system. For emergency purposes, US citizens may call (02) 5301-2000, the embassy added. However, the embassy's offsite Visa Application Center in Parañaque City will remain open on July 23 for all scheduled biometrics appointments. The state weather bureau PAGASA earlier said that the Habagat or the Southwest Monsoon will continue to bring rains in the next 24 hours. PAGASA said the affected areas are Metro Manila, Bataan, Zambales, Cavite, Batangas, Laguna, Rizal, Occidental Mindoro, Benguet, Pangasinan, Tarlac, Pampanga, and Bulacan. —Vince Angelo Ferreras/LDF, GMA Integrated News
Indian Express
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Even with delay, 11th admission process on same timeline as last year: Dada Bhuse
Maharashtra School Education and Sports Minister Dada Bhuse on Saturday said that even with the delay in the Class 11 First Year Junior College (FYJC) admissions due to technical reasons this year, the admission process was being conducted on a similar timeline as last year. The junior college admission process this time around is being conducted through a Central Application Process (CAP) in an online mode throughout the state for the first time. This process has seen multiple delays. Originally, the first round CAP allotment of junior colleges was to be announced on June 10. However, it has now been pushed to June 26. Responding to a question by the Indian Express about the inconvenience caused to students due to this delay after an event at Ganesh Kala Krida in Pune, Bhuse said, 'The delay has happened due to some technical reasons. But if you compare with the previous year, then the admission process is happening at the same time.' This raises a question about the effectiveness of implementing an online admissions system across the state. With the state board results being declared early to facilitate early admissions, technical faults with the application website has led to the progress being reset to a timeline similar to previous years. Applicants have been left hanging due to the delay. According to data shared in a notice by the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education, a total of 60,487 students have been admitted from June 12-14 under the various quotas available for Class 11 admissions out of 1,13,078 applicants. These are the final admission numbers under the quota admissions, which takes place before the normal merit list admissions. Of the total, 26521 students have been admitted under the in-house quota, 7,756 students have been admitted under the management quota, 26,210 students have been admitted under the minority quota. Soham is a Correspondent with the Indian Express in Pune. A journalism graduate, he was a fact-checker before joining the Express. Soham currently covers education and is also interested in civic issues, health, human rights, and politics. ... Read More
NDTV
12-06-2025
- General
- NDTV
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Result: Here's What Qualified Candidates Must Do Next
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the results of the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2025, held on May 25. A total of 14,161 candidates have qualified for the next stage - the Civil Services (Main) Examination - which is scheduled to begin on August 22. The result has been published in roll number-wise and name-wise formats on the official UPSC website, Approximately 10 lakh candidates had appeared for the preliminary examination this year. The candidature at this stage is provisional, subject to verification and fulfillment of eligibility criteria as per UPSC rules. Written Result (with name) - Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2025 Detailed Application Form Window To Remain Open From June 16-25 Candidates who have cleared the prelims must fill out the Detailed Application Form (DAF) online to be eligible for the mains. The DAF submission window will remain open from June 16 to June 25 on the UPSC website. Candidates will have to submit or update the following details during the same window: Scribe details, assistive devices, and large-font question paper requirements (for mains) Gazette notification in case of name changes or discrepancies in personal details across certificates and application form DAF Filling Instructions Qualified candidates must register themselves on the UPSC portal before accessing the DAF. Here are the key steps and instructions: Registration: Enter your name (as per Class 10 certificate), six-digit roll number, date of birth, and a valid email ID. Account Credentials: Login details will be emailed to the registered email address after successful registration. DAF Modules: The form is divided into six sections - Personal, Educational, Parental, Employment, Document Upload, and Final Submission. Mandatory Uploads: Scanned copies of documents such as age proof, educational qualifications, and category/disability certificates must be uploaded. Final Submission: Candidates can edit the form before final submission. After final submission, no changes are allowed. Pre-filled Fields: Certain fields like name, DOB, and parental details will be pre-populated based on the preliminary application. Any discrepancy must be reported to UPSC with supporting documents. Clarifications And Final Result Timeline Candidates seeking clarification regarding their results can contact the UPSC Facilitation Counter on working days between 10 AM and 5 PM at the following numbers: 011-23385271 011-23098543 011-23381125 Exam Structure The preliminary exam was conducted in two sessions, each lasting two hours. It comprised: General Studies Paper 1 General Studies Paper 2 (CSAT) The question papers for both papers have already been released on the UPSC website. This year's recruitment drive aims to fill 979 vacancies in various services, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and Indian Police Service (IPS).
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
North America Web Application Firewall Market Forecast Report 2025-2033, with Key Player Profiles for Akamai Technologies, Cloudflare, Qualys, F5, Fortinet, Radware, Microsoft & Barracuda Networks
As threats evolve, businesses across industries are investing heavily in WAF solutions to protect digital assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain customer trust. Cloud-hosted WAF products offer scalability and easy deployment, spurring adoption. Key sectors include e-commerce, healthcare, and finance. Challenges persist in high implementation costs and integration with legacy systems. North American Web Application Firewall Market Dublin, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "North America Web Application Firewall Market Size and Growth Trends and Forecast Report 2025-2033" report has been added to North America Web Application Firewall (WAF) Market is expected to expand strongly, increasing from USD 2.13 billion in 2024 to USD 6.65 billion by 2033. The growth is driven by growing cybersecurity threats, an upsurge in web-based applications, and strict data protection laws. Companies across industries are spending big on WAF solutions to protect digital assets, provide regulatory compliance, and preserve customer trust. Growth Drivers in the Web Application Firewall Market in North America Increased Cybersecurity ThreatsIncreased levels and frequency of cyberattacks have hugely driven up the uptake of Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) in North America. Organizations are constantly threatened by ransomware, phishing, and DDoS attacks on their web applications. WAFs offer essential protection by blocking malicious traffic and guarding against data breaches. With an increasing number of businesses migrating more services online, protecting customer data and business data has become more pressing, and WAF adoption across industries has been growing widespread. May 2023, Global cybersecurity software and services company Fortra unveiled an upgraded Managed Web Application Firewall (WAF) service. Offered by Fortra's Alert Logic business, the solution integrates the sophisticated tools and security know-how organizations require to safeguard key web applications and APIs from attack.E-commerce and Digital Services GrowthThe proliferation of online retailing, digital banking, and telemedicine services has driven the demand for solid web application security. As companies expand their online platforms, so too does the attack surface, leaving them increasingly exposed. WAFs secure customer transactions and sensitive data, maintain business continuity and compliance, and support regulatory mandates. The growing need for safe and seamless online experiences is forcing North American businesses to spend generously on sophisticated WAF solutions. Feb 2025, Yottaa, a pioneer in eCommerce website performance optimization, introduced Yottaa Web Performance Services. This managed solution accelerates website performance, increases security, and reduces operational complexity for online retailers and brands. Leverage best-in-class technologies from Fastly, HUMAN Security, and Yottaa, it delivers a high-performance platform optimized for Data Protection RegulationsRegulations such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and vertical regulations such as HIPAA have imposed strict data protection requirements. Firms must protect personal and financial data or incur massive fines. WAFs are important components in compliance initiatives by protecting web applications from unauthorized access and security breaches. The regulatory landscape in North America is driving organizations in various industries - particularly healthcare, finance, and retail - to invest in WAF as a means of evading legal consequences. The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), enacted through ballot initiative in November 2020, is the most far-reaching state data privacy law to date. It modifies the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and became effective in January in the North America Web Application Firewall Market High Implementation and Maintenance CostsIt is costly to implement and manage WAF solutions, particularly in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMBs). The costs consist of software licenses, hardware appliances, professional IT personnel, and maintenance. Such costs might drive most organizations away from investing in high-quality WAF systems, especially when matching limited cybersecurity budgets. Moreover, regular updates and tuning must be done to ensure that WAFs remain effective, and this contributes to the overall cost of ownership and represents a serious market Integration with Legacy SystemsMost North American businesses have legacy IT infrastructure. It is complex and expensive to integrate newer WAF solutions with older systems. Integration can lead to compatibility problems, poor system performance, and rising operation risks. The complexity tends to hinder or slow down WAF deployment, particularly in traditional sectors such as manufacturing and government, and thus brakes the overall expansion of the WAF market across North States Web Application Firewall MarketThe United States leads the North America WAF market due to a widespread presence of healthcare organizations, financial institutions, and tech giants. High WAF adoption rates are being driven by stringent regulatory standards, increasing cybersecurity threats, and operational resilience demands. U.S. firms are making investments in both cloud and on-premises WAF products to protect their assets from sophisticated threats and also remain compliant with federal and state data protection legislation. March 2025, Akamai Technologies, Inc. has been identified as a Leader in The Forrester Wave: Web Application Firewall Solutions, Q1 2025 Web Application Firewall MarketCanada's WAF market is steadily developing, with momentum provided by measures to strengthen country-level cybersecurity capabilities and defend sensitive infrastructure. Enterprise adoption of digital services in Canada is growing fast, which ranks cybersecurity high as a concern. Banking, health, and the government are industries that lead in WAF consumption. Beyond defenses against data intrusions, Canada's WAFs enable entities to comply with privacy regulations such as PIPEDA. June 2024: Vercara is opening its first distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) and application security (AppSec) point of presence (PoP) in Toronto, Canada. The new PoP expands Vercara's international presence for its UltraDDoS Protect and UltraWAF solutions, providing Canadian customers with an in-country data processing and mitigation Web Application Firewall MarketMexico's WAF market is growing as companies go digital and face an increasing number of cyber attacks. Sectors like finance, retail, and manufacturing are prioritizing web application security to safeguard consumer information and business processes. While awareness of cybersecurity has increased, market issues persist in terms of cost and technical skills. Nevertheless, growing investments in IT security and government initiatives are driving WAF adoption in the country. Key Players Analysis Akamai Technologies, Inc. Cloudflare Inc. Qualys Inc. F5 Inc. Fortinet Inc. Radware Ltd. Microsoft Corporation Barracuda Networks, Inc. Key Attributes: Report Attribute Details No. of Pages 200 Forecast Period 2024 - 2033 Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2024 $2.13 Billion Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2033 $6.65 Billion Compound Annual Growth Rate 13.5% Regions Covered North America North America Web Application Firewall Market Segmentation Component Solution Services Organization Type Large Enterprises Small and Medium Enterprises Deployment Mode On-Premise Cloud Industry Vertical Retail BFSI Manufacturing Government IT & Telecommunication Healthcare Energy & Utilities Others Countries United States Canada Mexico Rest of North America The key players have been analyzed by: Overviews Key Persons Recent Developments Revenue For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. 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