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As North Korean and Chinese threats rise, US looks to lock in defense partnerships with Asian allies
The United States concluded its inaugural multidomain exercise with Japan and South Korea in the East China Sea, marking a milestone in strengthening regional security alliances. Dubbed Freedom Edge, the exercise focused on enhancing joint capabilities in missile defense, anti-submarine warfare, and surveillance amid escalating threats from North Korea and China. Despite geopolitical tensions, the drills aimed to foster interoperability among allied forces, crucial for coordinated responses to regional challenges. The exercises underscore efforts by the Biden administration to solidify partnerships amidst growing military dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region.
Banks told to stay vigilant amid intel on cyberattack threat
Apart from continuously checking network activities and server logs to detect malicious intrusions, banks will have to monitor critical payment systems such as SWIFT (the messaging system to confirm cross-border fund transfers), card network (which facilitates card payments), the online local fund transfer frameworks RTGS, NEFT and UPI, the real-time payment system.
Kalaburagi airport in Karnataka gets bomb threat
Kalaburagi Police Commissioner Chethan R told PTI that the Airport Director received an email from an anonymous ID this morning claiming that a bomb was planted inside the airport premises.
Bomb threat hoax calls punishment can be a five-year flying ban for pranksters
The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security has proposed a ban on pranksters issuing hoax threats to aviation facilities. Recent incidents led to arrests, but the motive behind the threats remains unknown. Hoax messages disrupt flight schedules, requiring thorough inspections of aircraft, passengers, and baggage. Mumbai Police are investigating threat emails sent via VPN.
IndiGo flight from Chennai to Mumbai receives bomb threat; lands safely
A Mumbai-bound IndiGo flight from Chennai was subjected to a bomb threat on Wednesday. The flight landed safely in Mumbai at around 10:30 pm. IndiGo stated that all passengers disembarked from the plane without incident.
With airports, more than 50 hospitals and BMC headquarters in Mumbai receive bomb threats
Along with 41 airports, more than 50 hospitals in Mumbai including Jaslok Hospital, Raheja Hospital, Seven Hill Hospital, Kohinoor Hospital, KEM Hospital, JJ Hospital, St. George Hospital and many more hospitals receive bomb threats. The threat emails have been sent using a VPN Network. The identity of the sender and the motive of the threat are yet to be ascertained, said Mumbai Police.
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Jaipur and other 40 airports get bomb threat; Dubai bound flights from Chennai and Delhi delayed after similar threats
Security agencies on Tuesday jointly conducted a thorough investigation at Jaipur airport after it received a bomb threat. Police and CISF searched the premises after the airport management received a bomb threat via email. "The airport was thoroughly checked but nothing suspicious has been found so far," the police said. The airport authorities received similar threats in April. Earlier in the day, a private college also got a bomb blast threat which turned out to be a hoax.
Dubai-bound flight at Delhi Airport receives bomb threat, turns out to be a hoax
A Dubai-bound plane at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport received a bomb threat via email, prompting authorities to conduct checks and ensure passenger safety. Fortunately, the threat was deemed a hoax, and no suspicious items were found. This incident is part of a trend of hoax bomb threats targeting institutions in Delhi, including museums, mental health institutes, schools, colleges, hospitals, and airports. The Delhi Police are actively investigating these threats, deploying significant resources to ensure public safety.
Salman Khan receives death threat: YouTuber from Rajasthan arrested as video of him threatening to kill ‘Dabangg’ star goes viral
Mumbai police have apprehended a 25-year-old YouTuber from Rajasthan in relation to the shooting incident near Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's residence in Mumbai. The individual, identified as Laturlal Gujar, allegedly threatened the 'Dabangg' actor in a video titled 'Are Chhodo Yaar', which subsequently went viral on YouTube.
Now bomb scare at Delhi museums, health institutes; nothing suspicious found
Several museums, including the National Museum and Rail Museum, and two mental health institutes -- IHBAS (Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences) and VIMHANS (Vidyasagar Institute of Mental Health, Neuro and Allied Sciences) -- have received bomb threat e-mails, officials said on Wednesday. The officials said that nothing suspicious was found in the searches and later the calls were declared hoax.
Mental health institute in Chandigarh receives bomb threat over email
A mental health institute in Chandigarh received a bomb threat via email, prompting the evacuation of patients and staff while authorities conducted a search operation. The threat was part of a series of emails sent to hospitals in Delhi and south India. Despite extensive searches by police, bomb disposal squads, and fire officials, no explosives were found. The institute's deputy medical superintendent reported the incident and email contents to the police.
Delhi-Mumbai Akasa flight carrying 186 passengers receives security alert, diverted to Ahmedabad
An Akasa Airlines flight from Delhi to Mumbai with 186 passengers, including an infant and six crew members, received a security alert. The flight was diverted to Ahmedabad following safety protocols and all passengers were deplaned. This comes days after a Vistara flight to Srinagar faced a bomb threat on May 31, landing safely with 177 passengers and one infant, all safely de-boarded for security checks.
Srinagar Airport operations halted for an hour after bomb threat
Flight operations at Srinagar International Airport were halted for an hour on Friday due to a bomb threat on an Air Vistara flight from New Delhi, officials said. The threat prompted a response from the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). Upon landing, the plane with 178 passengers was directed to an isolation bay, and passengers and crew were evacuated. A thorough search with bomb disposal squads and sniffer dogs revealed no explosives.
Srinagar-bound Vistara flight carrying 177 passengers receives bomb threat
A Vistara flight bound for Srinagar from Delhi with 177 passengers and an infant received a bomb threat, leading to swift action by the airline and security forces. Flight number UK-611 landed safely at Srinagar Airport at around 12:10 AM and passengers were de-boarded at an isolation bay. The aircraft is undergoing a thorough security check, and authorities are investigating the source of the threat to ensure continued safety.
The China challenge: The nuts and bolts of Rs 50,000 cr fighter jet deal
India is enhancing its naval capabilities in response to China's PLA Navy in the Indo-Pacific region. The Indian Navy is set to acquire 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets from France to bolster its aircraft carrier INS Vikrant. The deal, valued at nearly Rs 50,000 crore, will strengthen India's defense ties with France and address the challenge posed by China's expanding naval presence in the region.
After North Block, Lady Shri Ram College and Sri Venkateswara College in Delhi receive bomb threats
The day following heightened security measures in Delhi's North Block, both Lady Shri Ram College and Sri Venkateswara College received threatening emails on Thursday. Delhi Fire Service reported the presence of fire tenders and Delhi police at the scene. Further information about the bomb threats at the colleges is anticipated.
Bengaluru: Three prominent hotels receive bomb threats
Three prominent Bengaluru hotels including five-star hotel The Oterra received bomb threats via email. Police, Bomb Squad and siffer dogs have been deployed at the hotels for extensive searches. The threat comes only a month after Treamis School in Hulimangala received a hoax bomb threat via an email to the school's principal.
Delhi's North Block receives bomb threat; security officers conduct searches
An official from the Delhi Fire Services stated that on Wednesday, North Block, which accommodates the Home Ministry, received a bomb threat via email. The DFS official mentioned that searches are being carried out by a dog squad, bomb disposal, and detection teams, along with personnel from the police and fire departments. According to a police officer, the DFS was alerted after an officer stationed at North Block received the bomb threat email.
Seven schools received 'hoax' bomb threat emails in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur
Seven schools, including two government-run, received hoax bomb threats via email. Police investigated, confirming them as false. Cyber Crime officials alerted for investigation. FIR registered. Exploring patterns in threats across Lucknow, Bengaluru, Jaipur, Delhi-NCR. Similar threats reported in multiple cities.
Delhi hospitals receive bomb threat; search ops underway
Delhi Hospitals Bomb Threat: Top hospitals in Delhi, including Deep Chand Bandhu, GTB, and Dada Dev, faced bomb threats via emails. Authorities suspect group 'Court' behind threats to 20 hospitals, IGI Airport, and Northern Railways. Despite extensive searches, no explosives found. Security heightened, investigations ongoing. Public urged to remain vigilant.
Six hospitals in Bengaluru receive 'hoax' bomb threat
Bengaluru Hospitals Bomb Threat: Several hospitals and schools in India, including six private hospitals in Bengaluru and several schools in Jaipur, received bomb threats via email today. The threats, later deemed hoaxes, triggered evacuations and extensive police searches. This comes after similar incidents in Delhi-NCR, raising concerns about security measures.
After Delhi-NCR, nearly six schools in Ahmedabad receive bomb threats through email
Ahmedabad Schools Bomb Threat: Days after more than 130 schools in the Delhi-NCR region were targeted, nearly six schools in Ahmedabad received bomb threats via email. As of now, the Ahmedabad Police are investigating the matter. Further details on the threats are expected to emerge. Following panic in the national capital and neighboring areas, the Special Cell of Delhi Police has filed an FIR against unidentified individuals under Section 120B of the IPC and IPC 506 in connection with threatening emails sent to schools.
Ahmedabad school bomb threat: List of schools that received the threat
Numerous schools in Ahmedabad faced bomb threat emails on Monday, sparking fear among students, staff, and parents. The state police and Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) teams are investigating the matter, reportedly traced back to a sender in Russia. This incident mirrors recent threats in Delhi-NCR. Delhi Police seeks international assistance following similar false threats last year, where prompt responses aided in resolution.
Days after Delhi schools received bomb threats, unattended bag found at Connaught Place; police reaches spot
Delhi Bomb Threat: Connaught Place, Delhi's bustling hub, is currently on high alert following the discovery of an unattended bag at N Block, as per ANI reports. Concerns over a potential threat have prompted the area to be cordoned off, with police units deployed at the scene. Further information regarding the suspicious bag is anticipated.
'Fire of Jihad in our hearts:' Here is what was mentioned in the bomb threat email received by 80 schools in Delhi-NCR
Numerous schools in Delhi and Noida received bomb threats via email, resulting in the evacuation of at least 80 schools. Police, bomb squads, and fire brigades rushed to the scenes. Despite extensive searches, authorities found nothing, leading them to believe the threats were hoaxes. The threatening emails, invoking jihad, warned of imminent harm, prompting heightened security measures and investigations.
Nearly 100 Delhi-NCR schools receive bomb threats possibly through Russian domain
Fear took hold. Delhi-NCR area following the Wednesday morning bomb threats received by almost 100 schools, according to PTI. Initial reports state that several schools received bomb threats via email, including Mother Mary School in Mayur Vihar, Delhi Public School in Dwarka, Sanskriti School in Chanakyapuri, Delhi Public School at Vasant Kunj, and Amity School in Saket.
Nearly 100 Delhi-NCR schools receive bomb threats possibly through Russian domain, MHA calls mails 'hoax'
Delhi-NCR schools faced bomb threats, causing panic. Threats labeled hoax by Home Ministry. Security agencies alerted. Investigations ongoing. Terrorizers 111 group linked to nationwide security alert at airports and terminals.
After Mumbai, Bhopal, Goa, Nagpur, Kolkata and Jaipur airports, Delhi's Chacha Nehru Hospital receives bomb threat via email
Delhi's Chacha Nehru Hospital in Shahdara faced a bomb threat via email, following incidents in Bhopal, Goa, Nagpur, Kolkata, and Jaipur. Prompt action was taken, involving security teams and law enforcement. Despite evacuations and searches, no suspicious items were found. Similar threats occurred across the country, including at airports. Heightened security measures were implemented.
Mumbai airport receives hoax bomb call; police register case against unidentified caller
Sharing details, the Mumbai police said, "A female employee working at Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL) at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Terminal-1 received a call from an unknown number about the bomb threat."
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