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Hindu activist murder: Karnataka to form anti-communal task force
Following the murder of a Hindu activist, the Karnataka government will establish a special task force to combat communal activities in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi. This anti-communal task force, mirroring the anti-naxal unit, aims to restore peace in the violence-prone region. Eight individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder, which police believe was retaliation for a previous crime.
NEET probe: National Medical Commission cancels admission of 14 students, orders suspension of 26 more
The National Medical Commission has directed the immediate suspension of 26 MBBS students implicated in NEET-UG 2024 malpractices. Admission for 14 students has been cancelled for using unfair means during the entrance exam. These actions follow investigations into the paper leak case, with the NMC emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy towards academic fraud.
BJP MP Brijesh Chowta writes to Amit Shah seeking NIA probe in Suhas Shetty's murder
MP Brijesh Chowta urges Union Home Minister Amit Shah to transfer the Suhas Shetty murder case to the NIA, citing concerns over rising lawlessness and radicalism in coastal Karnataka. Chowta highlights the similarities to the Praveen Nettaru killing by PFI activists, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation to dismantle these networks and restore public trust.
75 people detained under PSA in Kashmir after Pahalgam attack
Following the Pahalgam attack that resulted in multiple fatalities, Jammu and Kashmir Police have detained seventy-five individuals under the Public Safety Act. Earlier, authorities questioned over two thousand people. Raids and search operations have been ongoing since April twenty-second. The National Investigation Agency has assumed control of the investigation.
NIA raids 17 locations in Punjab linked with gangster Happy Passian
The NIA conducted searches at 17 locations across Punjab, targeting individuals linked to gangster Happy Passian, a key operative of BKI terrorist Harwinder Singh alias Rinda. Passian, currently in the USA, is suspected of masterminding recent grenade attacks on police stations in Punjab and Haryana. The raids led to the seizure of mobile phones, digital devices, and documents.
Lucknow court declares Shine Group promoter fugitive economic offender
A special PMLA court has declared Rashid Naseem, promoter of Shine City Group, a fugitive economic offender in connection with an alleged Rs 800-1,000 crore fraud. Naseem is accused of defrauding investors through real estate schemes and multi-level marketing. He absconded to Dubai via Nepal to evade investigation, leading to the confiscation of his assets worth Rs 128 crore.
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ED to speed up PMLA, FEMA cases; focus on fugitive assets, says director
On the restitution of proceeds of crime, Rs 15,261 crore was restituted in 30 cases during FY 2024-25 with court approval, a process expected to accelerate. The ED has 1,739 cases under trial as of March 31, following the filing of 333 prosecution complaints last year. Under FEOA, applications have been filed against 24 individuals, with 14 declared fugitive economic offenders, leading to the confiscation of over Rs 900 crore in assets.
NTA reports 106 Telegram, 16 Instagram channels to MHA for 'misleading' info on NEET-UG
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is cracking down on misinformation surrounding the NEET-UG exam, identifying 106 Telegram and 16 Instagram channels spreading false claims. Over 1,500 alleged paper leak claims were flagged, prompting the NTA to escalate the cases to the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre.
'Tahawwur Rana could reveal Lashkar-e-Taiba’s future plans': NIA tells Delhi court
The NIA has informed a Delhi court that Tahawwur Rana, accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, possesses potentially vital information regarding Lashkar-e-Taiba and its future plans. Seeking his custody, the NIA aims to uncover operational details of the terror organization, led by Hafiz Saeed, which remains active in orchestrating attacks in India.
Special Court grants NIA permission to collect voice and handwriting samples of 26/11 mastermind Tahawwur Rana
A Special NIA Court has granted permission to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to collect voice and handwriting samples of Tahawwur Rana, the alleged mastermind of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Rana, recently extradited from the United States, faces further interrogation as the NIA seeks to uncover crucial information regarding his involvement in the deadly attacks orchestrated by Lashkar-e-Taiba.
J-K: NIA DG reaches Pahalgam as agency probes into terror attack
The National Investigation Agency is now leading the probe into the Pahalgam terror attack. NIA Director General Sadanand Date visited Pahalgam. The agency has registered a fresh FIR. It follows a claim of responsibility by the Resistance Front. Intelligence agencies have identified 14 local terrorists. They are aiding foreign terrorists. Security forces are conducting operations in South Kashmir.
A Chinese shadow falls on Pahalgam terror attack case
Chinese tech’s growing presence in cross-border terrorism has come under scrutiny after banned Huawei satellite phones were found at the Pahalgam attack site. China, a key weapons and tech supplier to Pakistan, has also reportedly been helping upgrade Pakistan’s defence infrastructure along the LoC—building bunkers, UAVs, encrypted towers and underground cables.
Hard-to-crack Chinese devices part of terror toolkit
Indian security agencies are investigating the use of Chinese technology in the recent Pahalgam terror attack, which resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians. Banned Huawei satellite phones and encrypted messaging apps are suspected of aiding terrorists in communicating with handlers across the border. Foreign terrorists killed in Jammu and Kashmir were frequently found with BeiDou navigation systems.
SC orders CBI probe into Supertech & other builders over 'unholy' nexus between banks or financial institutions in undelivered NCR projects
The Supreme Court has ordered a CBI probe into Supertech and other builders. This is regarding undelivered housing projects in Delhi-NCR. The CBI will investigate the builder-bank nexus. Loans worth Rs 5157.86 crore are under scrutiny. The investigation includes government authorities like Noida and Greater Noida. The court will monitor the case monthly.
Karnataka HC asks Centre to block Proton Mail in India
This follows security threats being flagged by an affected company. The petitioner had sought relief after the actions of some unidentified miscreants caused reputational damage to the company. Meanwhile, Proton Mail declined to share details of the senders of the email with law enforcement agencies.
India queries Apple, Xiaomi in ecommerce probe of Amazon, Flipkart, sources say
India's Enforcement Directorate agency, which probes economic crimes, has been investigating Amazon and Flipkart for years for allegedly breaching laws by stocking and exerting control over goods they list online. Indian laws prohibit foreign ecommerce companies from doing so as the platforms can only operate a marketplace to connect buyers and sellers.
PM Modi to chair second meeting of Cabinet Committee on Security Affairs on Wednesday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting on Wednesday at 11 am to review security preparedness following the Pahalgam terror attack. This will be the second CCS meeting since the incident.
26/11 Mumbai attack: Delhi court extends Tahawwur Rana's NIA custody for 12 days
Tahawwur Hussain Rana's NIA custody has been extended. A Delhi court granted the National Investigation Agency 12 more days. Rana is accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The court's decision followed NIA's request. Rana's previous remand of 18 days had ended. NIA seeks to uncover the full conspiracy. The 26/11 Mumbai attacks resulted in 166 fatalities.
"No country has 100 per cent foolproof intelligence": Shashi Tharoor on Pahalgam terror attack
Shashi Tharoor suggests the Pahalgam terror attack may stem from intelligence failures, drawing parallels to Israel's experience on October 7. He advocates for accountability after addressing the immediate crisis, acknowledging that thwarting every attack is impossible. The NIA is actively investigating the April 22 attack, questioning eyewitnesses and scrutinizing entry and exit points to uncover the terrorists' methods.
Post remand, 26/11 Mumbai attack accused Tahawwur Rana produced in court
Tahawwur Hussain Rana, an accused in the 26/11 Mumbai attack, was presented in a Delhi court following his NIA remand. The US Supreme Court dismissed Rana's plea against extradition to India, leading to his appearance before Special NIA Judge Chander Jit Singh. Senior advocate Dayan Krishnan and special public prosecutor Narender Mann will represent the NIA.
Shahid Afridi gets schooled by netizens after he says 'Indians are responsible for the killing of their own people'
Shahid Afridi, former captain of Pakistan's cricket team, stirred controversy with his remarks on the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, where at least 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed. His comments quickly went viral on social media, with many netizens criticizing him, calling his remarks "awful," and mocking his cricket skills.
"New face of Pakistani terrorism has surfaced": BJP's Nishikant Dubey on Pakistani girls married in India
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has voiced concerns about Pakistani women residing in India post-marriage without citizenship, labeling it a new form of "Pakistani terrorism." This statement follows the Pahalgam terror attack, which led India to revoke most visas for Pakistani citizens.
US urges India and Pakistan to work towards a 'responsible solution' as tensions escalate after Pahalgam attack
Following the Pahalgam attack in Kashmir, the U.S. State Department has urged India and Pakistan to seek a responsible resolution, reaffirming its support for India and condemning the terrorist act. Amidst rising tensions and ceasefire violations, the National Investigation Agency has taken over the investigation into the attack, which resulted in 26 fatalities. The U.S.
Pahalgam terror attack: NIA inspects entry, exit points for clues on modus operandi
Following the Pahalgam attack, the NIA is investigating a potential link involving a Huawei satellite phone, a banned Chinese product, detected in the area during the incident. Multiple agencies are collaborating, including seeking assistance from Western intelligence, to trace the phone's origin and usage.
Pahalgam attack: Terrorists and their masters want Kashmir to be destroyed once again, says PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat
Following the tragic Pahalgam attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his 'Mann Ki Baat' address, conveyed the nation's grief and outrage. He assured that the perpetrators and those behind the attack would face severe consequences.
NIA takes over Pahalgam terror attack case on Home Ministry's orders
The attack occurred on April 22, when militants targeted tourists at the picturesque Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam, resulting in the deaths of 25 Indian citizens and one individual from Nepal, with many others sustaining injuries.
NIA raids across states in Pak-Khalistan smuggling case
NIA conducted searches across multiple states, including Punjab and J&K, targeting Pakistan-backed cross-border smuggling of arms and narcotics by pro-Khalistan operatives. The searches, conducted at 18 locations, led to the recovery of electronic devices and incriminating materials. Suspects are aligned with proscribed organizations and are conspiring via social media with foreign-based handlers to destabilize India.
NIA raids 18 places in six states in Pak-backed Khalistan cross-border arms and narcotics smuggling case
The National Investigation Agency conducted raids across multiple states. These raids are linked to a case involving Pakistan-backed smuggling of arms and narcotics. The NIA seized electronic devices and incriminating materials. The agency is investigating a conspiracy to destabilize India. This involves social media and foreign-based handlers. Earlier, the NIA chargesheeted more accused in the Neemrana hotel firing case.
Assam CM Sarma says state government concerned about recent hobnobbing between Bangladesh and Pakistan
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed concern over recent interactions between Bangladesh and Pakistan, prompting heightened vigilance from state security agencies. Sarma also alleged that a Congress MP made an unnotified 15-day trip to Pakistan and questioned his wife's alleged ties to Pakistan's ISI.
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