Terrorism

Al Qaeda scales up tech enabled operations as it eyes pan-India footprint

Unlike the Islamic State, Al Qaeda aims for a pan-India presence, taking a slow, calculated approach. Experts warn that the use of AI, especially deepfakes of figures like Osama Bin Laden, has enhanced the group's recruitment and radicalisation efforts, posing a significant challenge for Indian security agencies.

29 days ago

JeM and LeT patronage: Pakistan normalising terror through state cover, says report

The report cites examples such as the state-backed reconstruction of JeM-linked facilities, open radicalisation camps, and the participation of sanctioned terror leaders in political activities under police protection. It warns that this state-enabled integration of militant groups into political and social structures poses serious security risks beyond South Asia, impacting Europe, China and the United States.

Jan 12, 2026

Army successfully foils multiple drone incursions by Pakistan along international border in J&K

No damage or casualties were reported. Officials said the drones, often used by Pakistan-backed terror outfits to smuggle arms, drugs, and cash, were forced to retreat. The Army has intensified surveillance and deployed anti-drone equipment to safeguard territorial integrity and prevent hostile activities in sensitive border areas.

Jan 12, 2026

Terrorists used 40 kg explosives in Red Fort car blast: HM Amit Shah

The Union Home Minister was speaking on the inaugural day of a two-day 'Anti-Terror Conference' organised by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) here. In the terror attack near the Red Fort, terrorists had loaded explosives in a car, which blew up while it was being driven by a suicide bomber near a busy traffic signal facing the historic monument.

Dec 26, 2025

Inside Kashmir's terror ecosystem: Disturbing rise of educated enablers

Kashmir's terror ecosystem has been powered not by the poor or disadvantaged alone, but by individuals who grew up in privilege—educated, well-placed, and economically comfortable. Many lived in spacious homes, owned land, and enjoyed social standing.

Nov 16, 2025

India dismantles Jaish module linked to Delhi blast, foils major terror plot

According to officials, the investigation into the Red Fort blast traced its roots to an FIR registered on October 19 in Srinagar's Nowgam Police Post, after objectionable posters surfaced in the area.

Nov 12, 2025

G7: PM Modi calls for strict action against nations who promote terrorism

His statements assume significance at a time when Pakistan's Chief of the Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir is in the United States and will meet President Donald Trump over lunch in White House on Wednesday.

Jun 18, 2025

J&K LG dismisses 3 govt employees for links with terror outfits

Continuing action against the terror ecosystem, J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday dismissed three government employees for their links with terrorist outfits.

Jun 3, 2025

China backs terror, most hypocritical country: Former DGP SP Vaid

Former Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) S. P. Vaid on Sunday launched a scathing attack on China, saying it is the most hypocritical country in the world and obstructs global efforts against terrorism.

May 11, 2025

PM Modi to BRICS leaders: No place for double standards on terrorism, terror financing

Reiterating his call for dialogue and diplomacy, and not war, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged firm support of all BRICS members on the issue of terrorism, emphasising that there can be no "double standards" on the serious matter.

Oct 23, 2024

Fact Check: No, Indian Forces did not martyr 12 Kashmiris in June; zero civilian deaths in 2024

Apart from political instability and terror, the Valley seems to have another set of demons to counter — propaganda and disinformation.

Jul 5, 2024

Air Force pays tribute to warrior slain in Poonch terror attack

The Indian Air Force, on Sunday, paid tribute to its braveheart, Corporal Vikky Pahade, who was killed while fighting terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Saturday.

May 5, 2024

J&K reshaping legislation: Amit Shah advocates justice and rights in new bills [details]

Union Home Minister Amit Shah passionately defended the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill, 2023, and Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2023 in the Lok Sabha.

Dec 6, 2023

India blocks 14 mobile messenger applications allegedly used by terrorists

Earlier in 2020, the Indian government had banned 59 Chinese applications citing security reasons

May 1, 2023

Terrorism on decline; number of active terrorists all-time low in J&K [details]

Director General of Police J&K said that terrorism is not over but declining fast due to an aggressive campaign launched by the forces against active terrorists.

Apr 6, 2023

Killed in intergang rivalry in Pakistan, NIA attaches property of Hizbul commander in Kashmir [details]

During the last three days properties of three self-styled commanders of different terror outfits have been attached by the NIA in Kashmir Valley.

Mar 4, 2023

Pakistan exposed: Wanted terrorist Syed Sallahudin freely roaming in Labore; gets govt security too [details]

In a widely circulated video of Bashir Ahmad Peer's funeral, Syed Salahuddin can be seen being surrounded by Pakistani forces.

Feb 22, 2023

Suspected Al Qaeda terrorist arrested in Bengaluru

A suspected terrorist with links to Al Qaeda has been arrested on Saturday from Thanisandra in Bengaluru in a joint operation by central probe agency and Internal Security Division (ISD).

Feb 11, 2023

Peace possible in Sub-continent when Pakistan ends terror: India at UN

Replying to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's attacks on India at the high-level UN General Assembly meeting on Friday, Vinito disputed his claims about wanting peace with New Delhi pointing out that Islamabad's actions do not match his words.

Sep 24, 2022

'Politically Motivated': India slams Chinese 'hold' on the global listing of Pakistani terrorist Abdul Rauf Asghar

A joint request from India and the US to put Abdul Rehman Makki, the deputy leader of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), on the sanctions list, was put on hold by China in June 2022.

Aug 13, 2022