Amnesty International’s recently released report, “Death Sentences and Executions 2024,” has raised serious global concern. The report highlights a dramatic increase in recorded executions worldwide, reaching 1,518 cases—the highest number in nearly a decade. This alarming surge reflects not only a rise in capital punishment but also points to its troubling use as a tool […]
MBVV Police Deploy Forensic I-Bikes to Strengthen Crime Scene Investigations Under New Criminal Laws
In a proactive step toward modernizing crime scene response and aligning with India’s new criminal laws, the Mira-Bhayandar Vasai-Virar (MBVV) Police have launched specially designed “I-Bikes”—motorcycles equipped with forensic evidence collection kits. This initiative supports the implementation of the Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), which emphasizes timely and scientific collection of evidence in serious crimes punishable […]
Call for Papers – NFSU Journal of Forensic Justice (Vol. 4, Issue 1)
The School of Law, Forensic Justice and Policy Studies at National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar invites submissions for the upcoming issue (January–June 2025) of its peer-reviewed NFSU Journal of Forensic Justice (eISSN: 2584-0924). This multidisciplinary journal provides a platform for scholars, professionals, and students to explore the intersection of law, forensic science, and policy. […]
India Unveils First-Ever Digital Threat Report 2024 for BFSI Sector: A New Era in Cybersecurity
In a bold step towards fortifying India’s financial ecosystem, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), along with CERT-In, CSIRT-Fin, and global cybersecurity firm SISA, has launched the country’s first Digital Threat Report 2024—specifically tailored for the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. Launched in Delhi by top officials including Shri M. Nagaraju […]
JSSC Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2025: 23 Vacancies Announced
Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has officially released the JSACE 2025 Notification to recruit Scientific Assistants across various forensic science disciplines. A total of 23 vacancies, including regular and backlog posts, are up for grabs. Vacancy Breakdown – Regular & Backlog Posts Regular Vacancies Backlog Vacancies Eligibility Criteria for JSSC Scientific Assistant 2025 Educational Qualification […]
Aluminium Powder, Dextrin, and Disaster: A Forensic Insight into the Gujarat Firecracker Blast
On April 1, 2025, a devastating explosion at a warehouse near Deesa town in Gujarat’s Banaskantha district claimed the lives of 21 individuals, sending shockwaves through the region. While the immediate aftermath centered on rescue and recovery, a deeper forensic investigation has now revealed the presence of key materials responsible for the blast: aluminium powder […]