ANTI TERRORIST SQUAD OF STATE POLICE
Paper leak row: 'Bihar-linked admit cards' stump Maharashtra Police
The sophisticated NEET-UG racket, orchestrated by a Latur gang, exploited vulnerable parents through various tactics like impersonation and answer dictation. The criminals were part of a larger racket in the Marathwada region, revealing systemic corruption in the education system.
Gunmen kill 20 at worship sites in Russia's Dagestan
Gunmen launched attacks at a synagogue, an Orthodox church, and a police post in Russia's Dagestan region, killing an Orthodox priest, multiple police officers, and civilians. The governor of Dagestan called it a "day of tragedy," with over 20 killed in what is believed to be a terrorist attack. Five gunmen were shot and killed. Days of mourning have been declared, and flags are at half-staff. The attackers' identities and motives are under investigation.
NEET paper leak case: Now, Maharashtra arrest and Delhi connection plot
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a school teacher from Latur, Jalil Khan Pathan, and detained Sanjay Jadhav, another teacher on the run. The police are investigating a national-wide racket in the alleged NEET-UG paper leak. The case was registered based on input from the Maharashtra anti-terrorism squad, which had identified a covert operation in Latur.
Police find Maharashtra connection in alleged NEET irregularities; ZP school teacher held
The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) in Maharashtra's Latur district has apprehended a Zilla Parishad school teacher and filed charges against four individuals. This follows the discovery of an alleged scheme aiding NEET candidates in passing the exam for a fee, according to police reports on Monday. Among those implicated by the Nanded ATS unit are two teachers from Latur, a Nanded resident, and a Delhi-based individual.
Israel: Thousands of people hold anti-govt protests, demand new elections and return of hostages
Tens of thousands protested across Israel on Saturday, demanding new elections and the return of hostages held in Gaza. In Tel Aviv, author David Grossman and former Shin Bet chief Yuval Diskin criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu, calling for immediate elections. Demonstrations also occurred outside Likud party headquarters and Netanyahu’s residence. Protests included calls to end the Gaza conflict and highlighted the plight of hostages. Hostages and Missing Families Forum held rallies nationwide, demanding hostages' release. Protests have persisted since the war began on October 7.
Reasi terror attack: Combing operation launched to track down terrorists
Security forces initiated a large-scale search operation to apprehend terrorists behind the deadly attack on a bus in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district that claimed nine lives. The bus, transporting pilgrims, was ambushed by terrorists, resulting in it plunging into a gorge. Multi-dimensional cordons have been set up in the area, and a thorough combing operation, supported by surveillance equipment, has commenced to track down the attackers believed to be hiding in the rugged terrain.
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Narendra Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat ahead of swearing-in as PM
Around 1,100 traffic police personnel of the Delhi Police have been deployed and an advisory has been issued to the public for the traffic movement route arrangements have been made for the delegates as part of the arrangements for Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi's oath ceremony on Sunday.
Sri Lanka police arrests wanted handler of 4 ISIS suspects detained in India
The arrested individual suspected of handling four Sri Lankans linked to ISIS, detained at Ahmedabad airport, was identified as Gerard Pushparaja Osman. Sri Lankan Police offered a cash award of Rs. 2 million for information on his whereabouts. Security forces suspect Osman, aged 46, facilitated the individuals' activities.
Eyes on army-civil relations: Kupwara incident follows death of three civilians in army custody in Poonch
Clash between Army and police in Kupwara highlights tensions in Kashmir as government pushes for normalisation, following incidents in Poonch involving Territorial Army (TA) soldiers. The notable surge in voter turnout, increased engagement of locals in central initiatives, and anticipated widespread participation in upcoming assembly elections this year have been overshadowed by sporadic allegations of power misuse, evoking memories of a time when such incidents were commonplace.
India arrested four Lankan ISIS suspects not 'religious extremists': SL Defense secretary
Sri Lankan nationals arrested in India for alleged links with ISIS are described by the Sri Lankan government as drug addicts, not religious extremists.
Attack on army camp in Assam: NIA files charge sheet against ULFA-I chief Paresh Baruah, 5 others
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a charge sheet against ULFA-I chief Paresh Baruah and five others for their involvement in a conspiracy to target army camps as part of an anti-India agenda, the central agency announced on Wednesday. The charges stem from a 2023 case concerning a terror attack on an army camp by the banned terrorist organization in Assam.
India will deal with the 4 ISIS suspects arrested in Gujarat, says Sri Lankan govt
India to handle four Sri Lankan ISIS suspects arrested at Ahmedabad airport. Sri Lanka to investigate if suspects were involved in terrorism on the island nation.
Eight Naxalites killed in encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh
Security personnel in Chhattisgarh killed eight Naxalites in an operation along the Narayanpur-Bijapur border. Seven Maoists were shot dead on Thursday, while one was killed today. After an initial encounter, a gunbattle ensued when Naxalites fired on a patrolling team. This brings the total number of Naxalites killed this year to 113.
Four suspected ISIS operatives arrested by Gujarat ATS
The four suspects, all hailing from Sri Lanka, were identified as Muhammad Nusrat, Muhammad Faris, Muhammad Nafran and Muhammad Nasreen. The arrests took place ahead of the IPL cricket matches scheduled to be held in Ahmedabad on May 21 and 22.
Four suspected ISIS terrorists from Sri Lanka arrested at Ahmedabad Airport by Gujarat ATS
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) announced the arrest of four individuals suspected of being Islamic State terrorists from the Sardar Vallabhai Patel airport in Ahmedabad. The detainees, identified as Sri Lankan nationals, were apprehended by the ATS. Further information about the arrests is anticipated. This incident follows the ATS's arrest of three individuals in Rajkot last August, who were allegedly associated with Al Qaeda.
Dabholkar case: Not happy with verdict, says Prithviraj Chavan; dubs Sanatan Sanstha 'terrorist' outfit
Former Maharashtra chief minister Prithviraj Chavan expressed dissatisfaction with the court verdict in the Dr Narendra Dabholkar murder case, stating that the role of the Sanatan Sanstha, a right-wing outfit, as a "terrorist organisation" was not adequately addressed. He highlighted that the mastermind behind Dabholkar's murder and any connection to other similar killings remained unclear. Chavan also mentioned efforts during his tenure to recommend a ban on the Sanatan Sanstha, indicating that the demand is still pending with the Centre. The Sanatan Sanstha's spokesperson criticized Chavan for allegedly misleading the investigation into Dabholkar's murder.
Ayodhya decks up for PM Modi's first visit since 'Pran Pratishtha', roadshow
After winding up his scheduled public meetings in Jharkhand and Bihar, PM Modi reached UP on Saturday evening and took out an elaborate roadshow in Kanpur, flanked by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. He will address a public meeting in Etawah around 2.45 pm and hold another later in the day at Dhaurahra around 4.45 pm.
"This state has fallen to terrorists, goons": Dilip Ghosh after arms recovery in Sandeshkhali
Bengal labeled a terrorist safe haven, criticized by Ghosh. Election security needed. Arms linked to Hafizul Khan, Sheikh Shahjahan. Interventions required against goons. International conspiracy involving Rohingya operation mentioned.
Maharashtra ATS chief Sadanand Vasant Date appointed NIA DG
Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad chief Sadanand Vasant Date has been appointed as the Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). Date will succeed Dinkar Gupta, who is due to superannuate on March 31. Rajeev Kumar Sharma will be appointed as the Director General of the Bureau of Police Research & Development.
ISIS-K, group tied to Moscow attack, has grown bolder and more violent
The Islamic State-Khorasan (ISIS-K), an affiliate of the Taliban, has been criticized by the West for its violent attacks on the Taliban government. ISIS-K, which took responsibility for a terrorist attack in Moscow, has used the violence to undermine the Taliban's relationships with regional allies and portray the government as incapable of providing security in Afghanistan. The group has carried out near daily attacks on their soldiers and targeted the Russian Embassy in Kabul, Pakistan, and sent gunmen into a prominent hotel in Kabul.
Foreign militants outnumber local terrorists in J&K
Jammu and Kashmir experienced a significant increase in foreign militants than local terrorists in 2023, with 50 out of 72 terrorists killed by security forces. The remaining 91 militants, including 61 foreigners, remain active in the region, including the Rajouri-Poonch region. Union home minister Amit Shah is set to review the security situation, including the recent ambush incident in the Rajouri-Poonch region.
Centre sets up three counter-insurgency and anti-terrorist schools in Odisha for training police personnel: MHA to Rajya Sabha
The Indian government has established three Counter Insurgency and Anti-Terrorist Schools in Odisha to train police personnel, according to the Ministry of Home Affairs. The move comes in response to concerns about the high incidence of Left Wing Extremist (LWE) insurgency in the state.
Modi government firmly committed to rooting out terrorism from India: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed the firm commitment of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government to eradicate terrorism from the country. Shah made this statement before attending the '3rd Anti-terror Conference' hosted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in New Delhi. The conference aims to discuss various issues related to counter-terrorism, including financing, inter-state coordination, and foreign links of terror outfits.
2006 Mumbai train blasts: After HC rap, Maharashtra government appoints special prosecutor for appeal hearing
The state government filed an appeal in the high court seeking confirmation of the death penalty. A death sentence awarded by the trial court has to be confirmed by the high court. The convicts too filed appeals challenging their conviction and sentences.
Five Naxalites arrested by UP ATS
The ATS said they had received information that some prominent members of the banned Naxalite organisation, CPI (Maoist), were recruiting new members and propagating Naxalite ideology through proxy organisations for the expansion of their activities in the state districts bordering Bihar and Jharkhand. The ATS said this was being done with an aim of establishing an armed rebellion and direct rule of their ideology within the country.
Terrorist arrested by UP ATS from Jammu-Kashmir's Anantnag
After completing the court process there, the ATS team took Dar in transit remand and brought him to Lucknow on Saturday. The ATS produced the accused in court after getting him medically examined here on Saturday.
Pakistani citizen Seema Haider questioned by UP Police's Anti-Terrorist Squad
The Anti-Terrorist Squad of Uttar Pradesh Police has questioned Pakistani citizen Seema Haider, who entered India illegally in May and is living with her Indian partner in Greater Noida. The development follows the arrest of suspected spy Mohammad Rashid from Lucknow on charges of supplying vital information about defence establishments to Pakistan's intelligence agency.
Gujarat ATS arrests three with links to Islamic State
The ATS said they acted on a tip off and arrested the men-identified as Ubed Nasir Mir, Hannan Hayat Shol and Mohammad Hajim Shah, all residents of Kashmir-from Porbandar Railway Station. During questioning, the men confessed that they were radicalised by their handler, Abu Hamza, and joined ISKP.
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