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Fight against three evils - terrorism, separatism and extremism - a priority in SCO: Jaishankar
In a recent interview with Kazinform News Agency, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar underscored the critical need to combat terrorism comprehensively within the SCO framework. Emphasizing the threat terrorism poses to global and regional peace, Jaishankar called for identifying and penalizing not just the perpetrators but also their facilitators, financiers, and sponsors. He highlighted the SCO's role, particularly through its Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS), in proposing effective measures against terrorism, separatism, and extremism. Jaishankar also welcomed Kazakhstan's leadership in updating the SCO's anti-terrorism program, stressing the importance of implementation to eradicate all forms of terrorism, including cross-border activities.
Anti-terrorism court indicts ex-Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi in May 9 violence case
Shah Mahmood Qureshi, a top PTI leader, has been charged in a case involving the burning of a police station. Despite denying the charges, he faces multiple legal battles related to the May 9 violence. The government has announced the ban of PTI for alleged anti-state activities.
Suspected Trump shooter was a 'quiet', 'lonely' and 'bullied' child
A 20-year-old Pennsylvania man, Thomas Matthew Crooks, attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, over the weekend. Secret Service snipers intervened and killed Crooks on Saturday after he fired multiple shots from a nearby rooftop.
Security forces working in synergy to wipe out terrorism from J-K's Poonch: SSP
Security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district are working together to eradicate terrorism, according to Senior Superintendent of Police, Yougal Manhas. The region has experienced numerous deadly attacks over the past two-and-a-half years. Manhas emphasized the need for public cooperation to combat both terrorism and drug trafficking. He highlighted the vigilance of security forces in preventing infiltration and called for community involvement in addressing drug addiction. During a public meeting, residents requested stronger village defense, police recruitment, and self-defense gun licenses.
Pakistan rules out talks with TTP, urges Afghanistan to act against terror groups
Pakistan has ruled out talks with the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), citing their involvement in killings. Pakistan's Foreign Office urged Afghanistan to act against terrorists on its soil. The Illegal Foreign Repatriation Plan has repatriated over half a million undocumented refugees, despite criticism. Islamabad expects Afghan authorities to address terror threats.
Kathua terror attack: Lawyers in Jammu protest against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism
Five army personnel, including a Junior Commissioned Officer, were killed, and as many were injured on Monday when heavily armed terrorists ambushed a patrolling party in the remote Machedi area. Raising anti-Pakistan slogans and chanting "Bharat Mata Ki Jai," lawyers led by Jammu Bar Association president and senior advocate Vikram Sharma took out a protest rally in the high court complex.
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As violence surges, can Pakistan protect its Chinese projects?
Security measures in Pakistan are being ramped up to protect Chinese workers amidst rising militant violence targeting Chinese-funded projects. Recent attacks have led to casualties and raised concerns about the security of investments. The situation has prompted discussions on balancing security priorities.
After 'fresh evidence', Centre to ban 'Sikhs For Justice' for another 5 years
The Indian government is preparing to extend the ban on 'Sikhs For Justice' for another five years under UAPA due to new evidence of promoting terrorism. The NIA investigation implicates the organization's patron in radicalizing youth for the Khalistan movement and a murder plot in the US extradition case.
Adversary across border using foreign mercenaries to create fear in Jammu & Kashmir: DGP
DGP R R Swain, with ADGPs Vijay Kumar and Anand Jain, confirmed three foreign terrorists killed in a June 26 Gandoh encounter. Emphasizing intelligence work in border areas and collaboration with village defense guards, SPOs, and community, he promoted seven SPOs, honored police, noting Gandoh's first encounter in a decade, countering mass killings and fear psychosis.
How Pakistanis linked to ISI-backed terror attacks in India are dropping dead
Retired Pak army brigadier Amir Hamza was killed by unknown hitmen in Jhelum district, months after LeT commander Khwaja Shahid alias Mia Mujahid was founded beheaded in PoK
Unfortunate that acts glorifying terrorism allowed in Canada routinely: Indian High Commission
India has strongly condemned the frequent glorification of terrorism in Canada, particularly on the anniversary of the 1985 Air India Kanishka bombing, which killed 329 people. The Indian High Commission emphasised the need for all peace-loving nations to denounce such acts and called for action against those promoting violence. India urged for collective international efforts to combat terrorism, stating that terrorism recognizes no borders, nationality, or race.
Kanishka bombing one of worst acts of terrorism: EAM Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recalled the 1985 bombing of 'Kanishka' flight as one of the worst acts of terrorism in history, attributed to Sikh militants in retaliation to 'Operation Bluestar'.
Sikh extremists on Canada's no-fly list lose appeal, court sees 'reasonable grounds' for terror concern
A Canadian court has upheld the no-fly designations of Sikh extremists Bhagat Singh Brar and Parvkar Singh Dulai, dismissing their appeal as there are "reasonable grounds" to suspect they pose a security threat. The court found that the Secure Air Travel Act is justified in preventing potential terrorism offenses while respecting rights.
Amit Shah chairs high-level meeting, directs agencies to implement area domination, zero-terror plans in Jammu
Home Minister Amit Shah directed security agencies in Jammu to implement area domination and zero-terror plans, replicating successes in Kashmir. The government aims to crack down on terrorists through innovative means, as discussed in a high-level meeting to review the security situation after recent attacks in the Union Territory.
BRICS Foreign Ministers call for ensuring zero tolerance for terrorism
Foreign Ministers of the BRICS nations strongly condemned terrorism and termed it criminal and unjustifiable. They reaffirmed their commitment to combatting terrorism in all forms, including cross-border terrorism and terrorism financing. They emphasised the primary responsibility of States in combating terrorism and called for zero tolerance and rejected double standards in countering terrorism. The ministers also addressed drug trafficking, anti-corruption efforts, and nuclear disarmament in their joint statement following a meeting in Russia's Nizhny Novgorod.
How terror struck a pilgrim bus in Reasi an hour before PM Modi's oath ceremony
Reasi terror attack: Just before PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony in New Delhi, a tragic incident unfolded in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district. A bus carrying pilgrims from Uttar Pradesh and Delhi fell into a gorge after terrorists fired upon it, claiming the lives of at least nine individuals, including three women, and injuring 33 others.
J-K: Search operation underway in Reasi after terror attack
State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has also arrived in Reasi and drones are also being used in search operation in dense forest areas in and around the incident site.
INDIA bloc will repeal the anti-people laws brought by BJP govt: Shashi Tharoor
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday here said the INDIA bloc, if it comes to power, will repeal the amendments made to the anti-terror law UAPA and references to religion in the law meant to grant citizenship to the refugees. There is no need for such a law which does not give a person even a chance to prove his innocence, he said, referring to the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.
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.
No family member of terrorists, stone pelters will get govt job in J-K, says Amit Shah
The home minister, however, said the government will make an exception in case someone from a family comes forward and informs the authorities that his or her close relative has joined a terror outfit.
Israel strikes rocket launchers aimed at border crossing expediting aid deliveries
An Israeli airstrike destroyed two rocket launchers in Rafah targeting the Kerem Shalom border crossing, the IDF reported. This week, 2,000 aid trucks entered Gaza, mostly through Kerem Shalom, crucial since Egypt closed its Rafah border after Israel's takeover. Undelivered food rots on Egypt's side. IDF operations in Rafah eliminated Hamas squads and uncovered weapons caches. In northern Gaza, a Hamas arms stash was found in a school. Israeli airstrikes hit 50 targets, including weapons facilities. Hamas's October 7 attacks killed 1,200 people and took 252 hostages, with 125 remaining, 39 presumed dead.
NIA chargesheets Mumbai Man in Indian Navy espionage case
The NIA charge sheeted Amaan Salim Shaikh for activating SIM cards used by Pakistani Intelligence officers. The case was registered by the Vijayawada cell. Shaikh worked for suspected Pakistani agent Usman to further the anti-India conspiracy. Shaikh also received money from suspected Pakistani operatives through crypto channels. Khan and Alven, both Pakistani nationals, are absconding.
NIA charge sheets Mumbai man in Pakistan conspiracy to honey trap Indian Navy personnel
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has charged Mumbai resident Amaan Salim Shaikh in a conspiracy by Pakistani intelligence operatives to trap Indian Navy personnel and gather secret information on defence establishments. Shaikh was found working for a suspected Pakistani agent, Usman, and receiving money from other operatives through crypto channels. Further investigations are ongoing in the case.
Vote bank politics kept Congress from acting against Pakistan: PM Modi
Modi criticized Congress for weak attitude on Pakistan, leading to Kashmir terrorism. He campaigned in Odisha, highlighting the importance of strong leadership post-Pokhran-II. Modi also criticized BJD leader Naveen Patnaik during election rallies in Odisha.
Terror IS couple that ‘plotted over 100 blasts’ in Delhi get up to 20 years in jail
Jahanjeb Sami and Hina Bashir Baig, a couple from Delhi's Jamia Nagar, have been sentenced for their ties to the Islamic State (IS). Arrested in 2020, they were found guilty of attempting to establish a caliphate and plotting 100 blasts in the city. Sami received sentences ranging from three to 20 years, while Baig was awarded two seven-year sentences. Investigations revealed their online roles as radicalizers linked to IS operatives in Syria and Afghanistan.
British man charged with acting on behalf of Russia in plot to torch Ukrainian-linked business
Dylan Earl, 20, is connected to Russia's Wagner mercenary group, which the U.K. government has declared a banned terrorist organization, prosecutors said. Earl is accused of fraudulent activity, research and reconnaissance of targets, and attempting to recruit others to assist a foreign intelligence service carrying out activities in the U.K.
Iranian Prez Raisi and Pak PM Sharif agree on joint efforts to eradicate terrorism months after tit-for-tat air strikes
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi discussed cooperation and trade, aiming to eradicate terrorism and strengthen bilateral ties. Raisi, the first head of state to visit Pakistan after its recent elections, called for boosting trade to USD 10 billion. Sharif praised Raisi's leadership and hoped for progress in border trade. The visit, aimed at enhancing diverse fields of cooperation, comes after tensions earlier this year. Both leaders expressed commitment to peace and dialogue, signaling a renewed effort to strengthen Pakistan-Iran relations.
NIA arrests absconding accused in Nizamabad PFI case
Abdul Saleem, an accused in the Nizamabad PFI case, was arrested by the NIA. He was involved in radicalization and recruiting Muslim youngsters for the PFI. The NIA took over the case from Telangana Police.
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