Vicky Nanjappa &Amp; Agencies

Stories by Vicky Nanjappa &Amp; Agencies

'JuD used charity money to fund Mumbai 26/11 attacks'

'JuD used charity money to fund Mumbai 26/11 attacks'

Rediff.com   1 Jul 2014

The Jamaat-ud-Dawa not only collected funds for charity and diverted it to the Lashkar-e-Tayiba, but also helped the outfit legitimise money collected through extortion, counterfeiting, smuggling and animal skin trade. Vicky Nanjappa/Rediff.com reports

'Tougher laws needed to fight growing menace of terrorism'

'Tougher laws needed to fight growing menace of terrorism'

Rediff.com   30 Jun 2014

KG Balakrishnan, former Chief Justice of India and Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission, in an interview with Vicky Nanjappa emphasizes the need of stringent laws to tackle terrorism and explains why diplomacy with other countries is a must to fight this growing menace.

Why Shia Hazaras are fleeing Pakistan

Why Shia Hazaras are fleeing Pakistan

Rediff.com   30 Jun 2014

Civilian and military security forces deployed in Balochistan have done little to investigate attacks on Hazara or take steps to prevent the next attack, says a Human Rights Watch report.

How Dawood legally carries out illegal activities

How Dawood legally carries out illegal activities

Rediff.com   27 Jun 2014

The Intelligence Bureau has alerted Centre about Dawood Ibrahim-led D Company's 'legal' foray into the ship breaking industry which the latter used as a disguise to carry out not just arms and narcotics smuggling but also to sneak in terrorists from across the border. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

US ban on Jamaat-ud-Dawa is a huge blow to Pakistan

US ban on Jamaat-ud-Dawa is a huge blow to Pakistan

Rediff.com   27 Jun 2014

The recent sanctions imposed by the US on Lashkar front organisation Jamaat-ud-Dawa completely expose Pakistan that has consistently maintained that JuD is a charity organisation. The ban will also limit the donations to JuD, a major chunk of which is pumped into terror funds. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

IB redflags entry of Wahhabi preachers into India

IB redflags entry of Wahhabi preachers into India

Rediff.com   26 Jun 2014

An IB report says some 25,000 preachers of the extreme Wahhabi form of Islam came to India last year as visitors, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

In 2013, political parties received Rs 11.14 crore from anonymous donors

In 2013, political parties received Rs 11.14 crore from anonymous donors

Rediff.com   25 Jun 2014

As per the law, political parties are to declare a list of their political donors. However, as per the latest report, political parties continue to enjoy donations without providing their names or addresses, reports Vicky Nanjappa

Does govt rely heavily on IB report for appointments?

Does govt rely heavily on IB report for appointments?

Rediff.com   25 Jun 2014

The National Democratic Alliance government relies very heavily on information put out by the Intelligence Bureau, which led to the controversy over the appointment of senior advocate Gopal Subramaniam and Raghu Raman, former CEO of NATGRID.

What does ISIS want from the Indian hostages?

What does ISIS want from the Indian hostages?

Rediff.com   25 Jun 2014

The Al Qaeda-inspired Islamic State of Iraq and Syria has not demanded ransom nor has it shown any inclination to negotiate. Vicky Nanjappa/Rediff.com reports

Why was the British academic denied entry into India?

Why was the British academic denied entry into India?

Rediff.com   24 Jun 2014

On June 8, an academic from Britain was turned away at the Hyderabad airport by the Indian immigration authorities. She was told that she would not be denied entry into India, and if she wished to do so, she could re-apply in 2016.

How duped Indian labourers end up in Iraq

How duped Indian labourers end up in Iraq

Rediff.com   20 Jun 2014

The kidnapping of 40 Indian workers from Mosul town of strife-torn Iraq should be a lesson to those who rely on fraudulent agents to find them jobs in the Gulf countries, says Vicky Nanjappa

'Soon my daughter in Iraq will lose all contact with us'

'Soon my daughter in Iraq will lose all contact with us'

Rediff.com   18 Jun 2014

Many nurses hailing from Kerala are stranded in conflict-torn Iraq. Their families reveal their horror stories to Vicky Nanjappa.

In row with Modi sarkar, governors have SC verdict in their favour

In row with Modi sarkar, governors have SC verdict in their favour

Rediff.com   18 Jun 2014

Amid the growing row between the government and governors, Rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa recalls a landmark judgment by the Supreme Court that favours the latter.

Gas pricing issue: Congressman wants CBI probe on Moily's role

Gas pricing issue: Congressman wants CBI probe on Moily's role

Rediff.com   16 Jun 2014

Anjanappa, chief of the Chikkaballapur unit of the party, has alleged that several crores of rupees were involved in the alleged scam and hence a probe had to be initiated.

What the Intelligence Bureau told Rajnath about Dawood

What the Intelligence Bureau told Rajnath about Dawood

Rediff.com   16 Jun 2014

Terrorism, Kashmir and funding of non-profit organsinations dominate Home Minister Rajnath Singh's first IB briefing. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Explosives found in Varanasi were to be used to carry out blasts

Explosives found in Varanasi were to be used to carry out blasts

Rediff.com   15 Jun 2014

Initial investigations reveal that the 145 kilos of ammonium nitrate that were seized by the cops on Saturday were just a sign of things to come. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

145 kilos of explosives found in Varanasi

145 kilos of explosives found in Varanasi

Rediff.com   14 Jun 2014

Three bags filled with nearly 145 kg of highly explosive ammonium nitrate were discovered in an abandoned car in Varanasi on Saturday.

Notices to be sent to 105 NGOs for diverting funds

Notices to be sent to 105 NGOs for diverting funds

Rediff.com   13 Jun 2014

After an Intelligence Bureau report warning the PMO against non-profit bodies, the home ministry is likely to order an SIT probe into their functioning, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

What are Indian Mujahideen operatives doing in Afghanistan?

What are Indian Mujahideen operatives doing in Afghanistan?

Rediff.com   13 Jun 2014

The Indian Mujhaideen does not want to be an India centric outfit anymore and is keen on joining forces with the Taliban and Al Qaeda. Vicky Najappa/Rediff.com reports

In 2011, NGOs in India received Rs 10,334 crore from overseas

In 2011, NGOs in India received Rs 10,334 crore from overseas

Rediff.com   12 Jun 2014

Who are the NGOs in India with maximum funding in India? Which are the countries funding them? How many NGOs are registered under the law? Vicky Nanjappa finds out.