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Delhi Red Fort Explosion: Lal Qila Metro Station Closed Following Deadly Blast That Killed 9 and Injured 20
Nov 11, 2025 12:29 pm CST
A deadly explosion near Delhi's historic Red Fort has killed 9 people and injured at least 20 others, prompting authorities to close the nearby Lal Qila Metro Station. The blast occurred in a white Hyundai i20 at a busy intersection, with Delhi Police invoking anti-terror laws as investigation teams from multiple agencies examine possible terror links. Several states have been placed on high alert following the incident, which coincided with a large explosives seizure in nearby Faridabad.
Controversy Erupts as Congress Leader Digvijaya Singh Calls Jailed Umar Khalid "Innocent" Prompting BJP Outrage
Nov 04, 2025 08:34 pm CST
Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh has sparked political controversy by describing former JNU scholar Umar Khalid as "innocent" and demanding his release after five years in custody. BJP representatives have responded with severe criticism, accusing Singh of sympathizing with individuals charged in national security cases. Khalid remains detained under UAPA in connection with the 2020 Delhi riots investigation.
Delhi Police Claims 2020 Riots Were Planned 'Regime Change Operation' in Supreme Court Bail Hearing
Oct 30, 2025 06:43 pm CST
Delhi Police has filed a 389-page affidavit in the Supreme Court opposing Umar Khalid's bail plea, characterizing the 2020 Delhi riots as a premeditated "regime change operation" with nationwide implications. Police claim the conspiracy was timed to coincide with US President Trump's visit to attract international media attention and frame CAA protests as evidence of anti-Muslim sentiment in India. The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments on whether extended pre-trial detention warrants bail consideration.
Maharashtra ATS Arrests Pune Software Engineer for Al Qaeda Links and Youth Radicalization Activities
Oct 28, 2025 09:39 am CST
A software engineer from Pune was arrested by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad for alleged connections with Al Qaeda and involvement in radicalizing youth. Zubair Hangargekar, under surveillance for a month, was charged under UAPA and remanded to police custody until November 4. Officials recovered materials suggesting plans for terror strikes in Maharashtra and other cities, highlighting growing concerns about online radicalization networks connected to handlers in Syria.
Punjab Police Dismantles Babbar Khalsa Terror Module: Two Arrested in Jalandhar with RDX-Fitted IED
Oct 09, 2025 07:41 pm CST
Punjab Police successfully dismantled a Babbar Khalsa International terror module, arresting two operatives in Jalandhar. Authorities seized a 2.5 kg RDX-fitted improvised explosive device with remote control, intended for a targeted attack. The module was reportedly operated by UK-based handlers under the direction of BKI mastermind Harwinder Singh Rinda and backed by Pakistan's ISI.
Religious Bias Allegations: Owaisi Questions Differential Treatment in Supreme Court Shoe-Throwing Incident
Oct 08, 2025 06:10 pm CST
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has raised serious allegations of religious bias after Rakesh Kishore, who threw a shoe at Dalit Chief Justice BR Gavai, was released without charges. Owaisi questioned whether authorities would have shown similar leniency if the perpetrator had been Muslim, highlighting potential discriminatory practices in India's judicial system.
NIA Court Convicts Two Coimbatore Men for ISIS Recruitment and Propaganda Activities in South India
Sep 29, 2025 11:26 pm CST
A specialized National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Kochi has convicted Muhammad Azharudeen (27) and Shiek Hidayathulla (35) from Coimbatore for recruiting members and propagating ISIS ideology. Both were found guilty of conspiracy and violations of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, with sentencing scheduled for September 29. The investigation revealed their radicalization through online extremist content and efforts to recruit vulnerable youth for terrorist activities in Kerala and Tamil Nadu between 2017 and 2019.
'How Long Can You Keep Him In Jail?': Top Court On Surajgarh Arson Case Hearing
Sep 24, 2025 07:11 pm CST
The Supreme Court came down strongly on the Maharashtra government Wednesday over the indefinite detention of an individual without a trial, referring specifically to Surendra Gadling and the 2016 Surajgarh arson case.
Anti-Terror Agency Files Case Against Khalistani Terrorist Over Threat Against PM Modi
Sep 24, 2025 02:01 am CST
The NIA has filed a new case against Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a US-based Khalistani terrorist, for offering a reward to prevent PM Modi from hoisting the national flag on this year's Independence Day
Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam To Stay In Jail As Top Court Defers Bail Plea Hearing
Sep 19, 2025 02:52 pm CST
The Supreme Court on Friday adjourned to September 22 the hearing on bail pleas of activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, Gulfisha Fatima and Meeran Haider in the UAPA case related to the alleged conspiracy behind the February 2020 riots in Delhi.