religious extremism
Rising Religious Extremism in Bangladesh: Attacks on Baul Singers Intensify While Yunus Administration Remains Silent
Nov 27, 2025 03:18 pm CST
Bangladesh faces escalating religious violence as UNESCO-recognized Baul singers become targets of radical Islamist attacks. While Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus maintains silence, minority communities face increasing persecution, raising concerns about growing religious extremism following former PM Sheikh Hasina's ousting. Recent assaults on Baul performers highlight the deteriorating situation for cultural and religious minorities across the South Asian nation.
The Delhi Red Fort Blast: How Systemic Failures and Criminal Networks Enabled Terrorism in India
Nov 26, 2025 06:01 pm CST
This comprehensive analysis examines the ongoing investigation into the Delhi car blast, revealing how corrupt ecosystems, regulatory failures, and criminal networks facilitated the terrorist operation. From the ease of acquiring explosive materials to the role of institutions like Al Falah University, the article explores the complex web of facilitators and systemic weaknesses that enabled radicals to execute their plans. It also addresses the broader issues of religious extremism, youth disillusionment, and the need for accountability in governance to strengthen India's national security framework.
Kerala ISIS Radicalization Case: Mother and Terror Convict's Attempt to Indoctrinate 16-Year-Old Boy Exposed
Nov 26, 2025 01:58 pm CST
An NDTV investigation reveals disturbing details about a Kerala mother's attempt to radicalize her 16-year-old son into ISIS ideology, involving her relationship with a terror convict. The boy, who resisted indoctrination in London, was sent to a Kerala madrassa under the supervision of Siddique, a convicted terrorist, while authorities now suspect a broader terrorist network operating in the state.
Kerala Mother Collaborates with UK-Based ISIS Supporter to Radicalise 15-Year-Old Son: NIA Investigation Reveals
Nov 22, 2025 02:13 am CST
Kerala Police uncover a disturbing case of maternal involvement in ISIS radicalisation of a teenage boy, working with a UK-based extremist. The investigation, now transitioning to the National Investigation Agency, reveals connections to a previous 2016 terror conspiracy case and suggests potential sleeper cells operating in the state. Authorities are reexamining previous suspects while considering international coordination for the extradition of the foreign suspect.
Inside the Mind of a Terror Recruiter: How JeM's Maulvi Irfan Ahmed Built a White Collar Terror Network
Nov 21, 2025 08:46 pm CST
An in-depth look at how Maulvi Irfan Ahmed, a key Jaish-e-Mohammed operative, methodically recruited educated professionals into a covert terror network using three sophisticated strategies: personal conversations, social media monitoring, and mosque attendance tracking, which ultimately led to the deadly Delhi bombing that claimed 13 lives.
Kerala Teenager Allegedly Radicalized: Mother and Stepfather Charged Under UAPA for ISIS Connections
Nov 18, 2025 06:52 pm CST
Police in Thiruvananthapuram have filed UAPA charges against a mother and stepfather accused of attempting to radicalize their 16-year-old son to join ISIS. The case emerged after teachers at a religious study center noticed behavioral changes in the teen who had previously visited the couple in the UK, where they allegedly exposed him to extremist ideology. The NIA and Anti-Terror Squad are now investigating multiple aspects of this concerning case.
Sheikh Hasina Denies US Involvement in Bangladesh Ouster: Exclusive NDTV Interview Reveals Concerns Over Democratic Decline
Nov 17, 2025 04:59 pm CST
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, exiled former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addresses speculation about US involvement in her ouster, expresses concerns about democratic deterioration under Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus's interim government, and discusses the treatment of minorities and religious pluralism in the country as she awaits the verdict in her crimes against humanity trial.
Assam Police Arrest Five Individuals Over Controversial Social Media Posts Following Delhi Red Fort Blast
Nov 13, 2025 12:21 am CST
Assam authorities have detained five more people for making controversial online posts about the Delhi Red Fort blast, following intensive social media surveillance. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma linked the incident to religious extremism, warning that education doesn't eliminate radical tendencies. The explosion occurred on November 10 near Red Fort and Chandni Chowk, causing significant damage to surrounding areas.
Germany Bans Islamist Group Muslim Interaktiv for Promoting Caliphate and Undermining Democratic Values
Nov 05, 2025 06:48 pm CST
The German government has banned Muslim Interaktiv, an Islamist organization accused of violating human rights, promoting antisemitism, and advocating for Islamic law over German law. Authorities also raided premises connected to two other Muslim groups, Generation Islam and Reality Islam, as part of Germany's broader crackdown on extremist organizations threatening the country's constitutional order. Officials particularly noted the group's sophisticated online tactics targeting young Muslims and its opposition to gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights.
Bangladesh Welcomes Controversial Islamic Preacher Zakir Naik: Rising Concerns About Radicalization
Oct 27, 2025 07:12 pm CST
Following Sheikh Hasina's removal, Bangladesh's new government under Muhammad Yunus is set to host controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik for a month-long visit. Naik, wanted in India for hate speech and linked to the 2016 Dhaka terror attack, represents growing concerns about radicalization in Bangladesh as the country appears increasingly receptive to extremist elements and anti-India activities.