Terrorism and Counterterrorism

Terrorism and Counterterrorism

IB notes ISI's new strategy to recruit Kashmir youth for nationwide terror modules.

Pakistan’s ISI has intensified a covert strategy to recruit youth from Jammu and Kashmir for executing terror modules across India, marking a significant shift from previous tactics focused solely on the Kashmir Valley. Investigations into the November 2025 Delhi Red Fort blast uncovered local Kashmiri operatives supervised by Pakistan-backed groups like Jaish-e-Muhammed (JeM), directed to execute attacks beyond Jammu and Kashmir. The ISI, aided by Jamaat-e-Islami, is fostering “homegrown” terror outfits, leveraging encrypted platforms such …

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J&K Police seek Interpol notice for doctor linked to terror module.

Jammu and Kashmir Police have requested Interpol to issue a Red Corner Notice against Dr. Muzaffar, a doctor from Kulgam involved in a white-collar terror module recently dismantled in Faridabad, Haryana. His brother, Dr. Adil Rather, was arrested after an AK-47 was found in his locker at a medical college. Dr. Muzaffar fled to Afghanistan after the module was exposed, having previously traveled to Turkiye with other suspects, one of whom was killed in a …

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DNA links Dr. Umar Nabi to Red Fort blast as driver of explosives-laden vehicle.

The investigation into the Red Fort blast has confirmed that Dr. Umar Nabi was the driver of the explosives-laden vehicle that detonated on November 10, killing 12 people. DNA evidence linked him to remains retrieved from the blast site, showcasing a 100% match with samples from his family. Authorities revealed that Dr. Nabi had connections to a white-collar terror module involving several doctors, including Dr. Muzammil Ahmad Ganaie, who was apprehended earlier for stockpiling explosives. …

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J&K Police seek Interpol notice for doctor linked to terror activities.

Jammu and Kashmir Police have requested an Interpol Red Corner Notice for Dr. Muzaffar, a Kulgam native believed to be in Afghanistan, following the bust of an interstate white collar terror module linked to recent terrorist activities, including a deadly blast near Delhi’s Red Fort. Dr. Muzaffar is reportedly connected to another doctor, Dr. Adil Rather, who was arrested after explosives were found in his possession. The investigation revealed that Dr. Muzaffar and associates had …

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NAAC issues notice to Al-Falah for false accreditation claims post Red Fort blast.

The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has issued a show-cause notice to Al-Falah University for falsely claiming accreditation on its website. This notice follows a high-intensity blast near the Red Fort in Delhi that resulted in 13 fatalities, with three doctors associated with the university arrested in connection with a white-collar terror module. NAAC stressed the misleading nature of the university’s claims, as it is neither accredited nor has applied for accreditation, prompting a …

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US Secretary Rubio labels Delhi blast a terrorist act, praises India's investigation efforts.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned the recent car bomb blast near Delhi’s Red Fort as a “clearly terrorist attack” and praised India’s competent investigation led by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). The blast, attributed to a white-collar terror network with links to Pakistan-based groups like Jaish-e-Mohammad, resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. Indian authorities have made significant progress in the investigation, seizing nearly 2,921 kilograms of explosives and making several arrests. The Indian …

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Maharashtra ATS raids linked to techie's suspected terror connections.

The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) conducted searches in Thane and Pune as part of the investigation into the arrest of software engineer Zubair Hangargekar, who is suspected of having links with Al Qaeda and other banned organizations. The searches targeted premises associated with individuals who may have been involved in Hangargekar’s radicalization activities, although the ATS confirmed these actions were not related to the recent car blast in Delhi. The investigation underscores ongoing concerns about …

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Red Fort Blast Unveils Jaish-e-Mohammed Recruitment Network Spanning J&K

The Red Fort blast investigation has revealed a major Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) recruitment and radicalisation network extending from Jammu & Kashmir to Delhi, led by paramedic-turned-cleric Maulvi Irfan Ahmad. According to NIA officials, Ahmad used Telegram and other encrypted apps to recruit young medical students under the guise of religious study circles. The group reportedly planned to launch coordinated bombings in Delhi, using social media to spread propaganda. The Delhi Police and J&K Counter-Terror units have …

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Red Fort Blast Part of Coordinated Suicide Bombing Plot Across Delhi

The Red Fort car explosion, which killed twelve and injured dozens, is now suspected to be part of a broader suicide bombing conspiracy targeting Delhi’s high-security zones. Forensic analysis confirmed the use of military-grade explosives consistent with PETN, indicating external expertise. Investigators have connected the attack to a dismantled Faridabad-based terror module that had prepared more than 200 IEDs for synchronized attacks on religious and civilian sites. CCTV tracking revealed that the Hyundai i20 used …

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Lucknow Doctor’s Arrest Exposes Academic Radicalisation Cell

The arrest of Dr. Shaheen Sayeed, a Lucknow-based physician linked to the Faridabad explosives case, has thrown light on a disturbing trend of radicalisation within academic institutions. Investigators discovered she was in contact with Dr. Muzammil Ahmad, another Kashmiri doctor under investigation for terror financing. Both allegedly provided logistical and medical assistance to JeM operatives while working at Al-Falah Medical College. Dr. Shaheen’s father, a retired government servant, expressed disbelief, insisting on her innocence. However, …

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Red EcoSport Discovery and Forensic Breakthroughs Hint at Military-Grade Plot

Investigators recovered a red Ford EcoSport registered to Dr. Umar Nabi from a Haryana farmhouse, providing a crucial breakthrough in the Red Fort blast case. Forensic teams from the National Bomb Data Centre confirmed traces of PETN and Semtex, explosives typically restricted to military use, suggesting a high-level supply chain. Analysis of 42 samples from the site indicates that a time-triggered detonator was used, possibly employing a wristwatch circuit and dual battery system for precision …

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Red Fort Metro Station closed tomorrow after deadly blast kills 12.

The Lal Quila Metro Station in Delhi will remain closed on November 12 as a precaution following a high-intensity blast near the Red Fort that killed at least 12 people and injured around 20 others. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation cited security reasons for the decision, with the closure impacting local businesses that heavily rely on tourist footfall. Shopkeepers expressed concern over potential long-term losses, fearing that diminished customer traffic could lead to unsold stock …

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Massive 500-Officer Investigation Launched; Modi Reviews National Security

Following the Red Fort blast that shook the capital, the Ministry of Home Affairs has deployed over 500 officers from the NIA, IB, and Delhi Police to lead an exhaustive probe. Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level review meeting, emphasizing the necessity of dismantling all support systems of terror outfits in India. Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited the injured at Lok Nayak Hospital and confirmed that preliminary findings point to Jaish-e-Mohammed’s transnational network. …

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India rejects Shehbaz Sharif's unfounded claims linking suicide blast to India.

India has categorically rejected the recent allegations made by Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who linked a suicide blast in Islamabad to Indian involvement. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal labeled these claims as baseless and indicative of the Pakistani leadership’s internal instability, asserting that they serve to deflect attention from ongoing political crises within Pakistan. The suicide attack, which occurred near a court building and resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals, has not …

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China expresses condolences for Delhi Red Fort blast victims, reinforcing global solidarity against terrorism.

A tragic blast near Delhi’s Red Fort claimed at least eight lives, prompting condolences from international leaders, including China and Russia, emphasizing solidarity with India. The explosion, attributed to a detonated car, has led to an extensive investigation by various security agencies, with multiple lines of inquiry being explored. Union Home Minister Amit Shah confirmed that forensic evidence is being gathered, while security measures across Delhi have been heightened in response to the incident. This …

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Japan PM Takaichi mourns lives lost in Delhi blast, emphasizes solidarity.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed deep sorrow and condolences following the recent blast near the Subhash Marg traffic signal in Delhi, which resulted in significant loss of life and injuries. Her heartfelt message underscored the international concern regarding the incident, which involved a slow-moving Hyundai i20 car and raised suspicions of potential terrorist links. In response, Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured that all aspects of the explosion are being thoroughly investigated with the …

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Maoist leader with Rs 5 lakh bounty surrenders in Jharkhand.

In a major security development on November 12, 2025, two Maoist commanders, sub-zonal leader Brajesh Yadav alias Rakesh Ji with a Rs 5 lakh bounty and area commander Awdhesh Lohra alias Rohit Lohra, surrendered to Jharkhand police in Latehar district. Yadav, with 10 pending cases, hails from Gumla, while Lohra, with five cases, is from Latehar. Their surrender under the state government’s ‘Nai Disha’ rehabilitation policy highlights a significant weakening of the banned Jharkhand Jan …

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J&K Police seek bail cancellation for 30 accused under UAPA.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have initiated legal proceedings to cancel the bail of over 30 individuals accused under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, following their re-engagement in activities detrimental to public order. This action spans key districts, including Shopian, Anantnag, and Baramulla, where police surveillance uncovered repeated violations of judicial conditions by those previously granted bail. The authorities emphasize that such bail is a privilege, not a shield against accountability, and any misuse will …

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Doctor Linked to Delhi Bombing; Medical Network Under Investigation

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has launched an extensive investigation into the recent suicide bombing near the Red Fort in Delhi, which claimed nine lives and injured over 20 others. The prime suspect, Dr. Umar Mohammed, an Al Falah Medical College physician, is believed to have ties to a Jaish-e-Mohammad sleeper cell, with connections to handlers in Bahawalpur, Pakistan. Authorities have arrested several associates, including Dr. Adeel Ahmad Rather and Dr. Mujammil Shakeel, and seized …

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NIA sentences two more in Visakhapatnam Navy espionage case.

Two additional individuals, Kalavalapalli Konda Babu and Aviansh Somal, have been sentenced to Simple Imprisonment for 5 years and 10 months each in connection with the Pakistan-linked Visakhapatnam Navy espionage case, according to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). This brings the total number of convictions in the case to six, involving individuals who communicated with foreign intelligence agencies and shared classified information related to Indian defense establishments. The accused were arrested in December 2019 and …

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Amit Shah vows severe action against those behind Delhi blast.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has vowed that all individuals involved in the recent Delhi blast, which resulted in 12 fatalities, will face severe consequences as security agencies intensify their investigations. Following a series of security review meetings with senior officials, including those from the National Investigation Agency (NIA), the incident has been classified as a terrorist act, leading to the NIA taking over the probe. The blast, which occurred near the Red Fort metro …

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Islamabad suicide blast near court kills 12, injures many more.

A suicide bomber detonated explosives near a police vehicle outside a district court in Islamabad, Pakistan, resulting in at least 12 fatalities and 27 injuries. The attacker attempted to enter the court premises but targeted the police vehicle when thwarted. Witnesses described scenes of chaos, with people fleeing and vehicles damaged by the blast. Pakistan’s interior minister, Mohsin Naqvi, confirmed the nature of the attack but did not attribute it to any specific militant group, …

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Police dismantle JeM network, arresting nine and recovering 2,900 kg explosives linked to Delhi plot.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have dismantled a significant Jaish-e-Muhammed (JeM) terror network, arresting nine suspects and recovering over 2,900 kg of explosives and bomb-making materials, alongside two AK-series weapons. The investigation was initiated after the discovery of Jaish posters in Srinagar, leading to the identification of overground workers and cleric Maulvi Irfan Ahmad, who revealed connections to a wider conspiracy involving radicalized medical professionals across multiple states. The police suspect an imminent plot targeting …

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Security forces arrest eight linked to Jaish's urban radicalization network.

Security agencies have arrested eight individuals, including three doctors, believed to be part of a “white-collar” radicalization network operating across Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, linked to the Jaish-e-Mohammed organization. This crackdown uncovered approximately 2,900 kg of explosive materials, including ammonium nitrate, suggesting a significant threat posed by these operatives. The operation highlights the persistent risk of radicalization in urban settings, particularly among educated individuals, raising concerns about the potential for sophisticated terror …

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Kashmir crackdown leads to 1,500 detentions to dismantle terror networks.

In a significant crackdown in Kashmir, authorities have detained 1,500 individuals as part of intensified efforts to dismantle terror networks linked to Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Police conducted simultaneous raids and cordon-and-search operations across multiple districts, focusing on over ground workers and sympathizers of militant groups to maintain the region’s fragile peace. In Baramulla, operations targeted properties associated with suspected militants, leading to multiple preventive detentions. Comprehensive checks on SIM card vendors have also been …

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