News for '-intelligence-bureau'

Tried to scare him with lathi: Cop who faced gunman in Delhi

Tried to scare him with lathi: Cop who faced gunman in Delhi

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

Shahrukh, the suspect who opened fire at police personnel during violence in North-East Delhi on Monday, has not been arrested, clarified Delhi Police sources.

How the Centre plans to check the Maoists

How the Centre plans to check the Maoists

Rediff.com26 Sep 2021

Intensifying operations against the Naxals and chocking the flow of funds to them were the two key issues discussed at a high-level meeting chaired by Union home mAmit Shah and attended by six chief ministers and top officials of four other states here on Sunday, sources said.

Day after ordinance, Centre extends tenure of IB, RAW chiefs, secretaries

Day after ordinance, Centre extends tenure of IB, RAW chiefs, secretaries

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

The central government on Monday issued a Gazette notification to extend the tenure of defence secretary, home secretary, director of Intelligence Bureau, and secretary of Research and Analysis Wing for a period of two years.

R N Ravi sworn-in as Tamil Nadu Governor

R N Ravi sworn-in as Tamil Nadu Governor

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

Ravi, shifted from Nagaland, said he saw his new role more as an opportunity than a challenge.

These 10 politicians top the terror hit-list

These 10 politicians top the terror hit-list

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

Danger ahead of BJP's PM hopeful Narendra Modi and Congress chief Sonia Gandhi, warns the Intelligence Bureau.

What Doval told Chinese FM during 2-hr phone call

What Doval told Chinese FM during 2-hr phone call

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

The officials said the focus of the talks was on 'full and enduring restoration of peace and tranquillity' along the border and also better coordination to ensure avoidance of such incidents in future.

Riot woes forced Rao govt to drop plan to bring Netaji's ashes to India: Kin

Riot woes forced Rao govt to drop plan to bring Netaji's ashes to India: Kin

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

The P V Narasimha Rao government in the 1990s had been on the verge of bringing to India the ashes, believed to be the mortal remains of Subhas Chandra Bose now kept at the Renkoji Temple in Japan, but was dissuaded from doing so due to an intelligence report.

Reformed underworld don Muthappa Rai passes away

Reformed underworld don Muthappa Rai passes away

Rediff.com15 May 2020

Rai, 68, was suffering from brain cancer for the past one year and was admitted at Manipal Hospital on Old Airport Road, where he died at 2.30 am.

R-Day violence: IB, special cell of Delhi Police to grill Deep Sidhu

R-Day violence: IB, special cell of Delhi Police to grill Deep Sidhu

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Intelligence Bureau (IB) will interrogate actor-turned-activist Deep Sidhu on Wednesday, who has been sent to seven-day police custody for his alleged role in the violence that took place at the Red Fort and other parts of the national capital on Republic Day, according to Delhi Police sources.

The CBI story: How Ishrat Jahan and others were KILLED

The CBI story: How Ishrat Jahan and others were KILLED

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

Gujarat Crime Branch officials had fired 70 rounds using their automatic and semi-automatic weapons at Ishrat Jahan and three others during the alleged fake encounter nine years ago.

Ishrat case: Headley's testimony divides investigators

Ishrat case: Headley's testimony divides investigators

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

While Intelligence Bureau is relying on David Headley's testimony, the CBI is seeking clarification from the NIA, which rejects the claim that Headley spoke to Ishrat Jahan. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Terror suspicions led cops to spot-fixing racket

Terror suspicions led cops to spot-fixing racket

Rediff.com17 May 2013

The Intelligence Bureau's suspicions about a terror strike led to the spot-fixing arrests. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Ishrat Jahan encounter: Twists and turns, the story so far...

Ishrat Jahan encounter: Twists and turns, the story so far...

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

Rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa takes a re-look at the controversial case.

When R K Krishna Kumar Spoke To Rediff

When R K Krishna Kumar Spoke To Rediff

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Few people know Ratan Tata as well as R K Krishna Kumar does. Widely perceived to be among the managers closest to Tata, Krishna Kumar assesses Ratan Tata, the man and business leader, in this exclusive interview to Rediff.com's Vaihayasi Pande Daniel.

Exclusive! Bhatkal brothers in terror colony in KARACHI

Exclusive! Bhatkal brothers in terror colony in KARACHI

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

The Intelligence Bureau states that a full-fledged colony has been created in Karachi, Pakistan, for Indian Mujahideen operatives. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

In 2011, IM operative surveyed Hyderabad's Dilsukh Nagar

In 2011, IM operative surveyed Hyderabad's Dilsukh Nagar

Rediff.com22 Feb 2013

The terror outfit carried out Wednesday's attack following a directive from the Lashkar-e-Tayiba to possibly avenge the execution of Afzal Guru, according to the Intelligence Bureau. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Asif Ibrahim as IB chief: Reading between the lines

Asif Ibrahim as IB chief: Reading between the lines

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

Asif Ibrahim's appointment as Director of India's Intelligence Bureau has stirred considerable interest. Observers believe the UPA government has chosen the new heads of the IB, the Research and Analysis Wing and the Central Bureau of Investigation, keeping in mind the next Lok Sabha election, reports Sheela Bhatt.

Imam prays for Kasab in Kerala mosque; IB probe on

Imam prays for Kasab in Kerala mosque; IB probe on

Rediff.com3 Jan 2013

The Intelligence Bureau is probing a case involving a prayer meeting for Ajmal Kasab conducted by an imam at a mosque in Kerala, reports Vicky Nanjappa

Of Delhi victims, 13 died from gunshot injuries: Police

Of Delhi victims, 13 died from gunshot injuries: Police

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

'As per the report available..., 35 persons have succumbed to injuries inflicted on them during riots (till Tuesday)...22 persons have died due to severe injuries'

Hyderabad blasts: Too early to pin point blame on IM

Hyderabad blasts: Too early to pin point blame on IM

Rediff.com21 Feb 2013

Although the Hyderabad blasts bear the signature of the Indian Mujahideen, the police and the Intelligence Bureau say that it is too early to pin point the blame on the infamous terror outfit.

Wave of threats after Kasab hanging has IB worried

Wave of threats after Kasab hanging has IB worried

Rediff.com29 Nov 2012

Officers in the Intelligence Bureau say that the slew of threats are an attempt by various terror outfits to create panic. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Challenges before India's new intelligence chiefs

Challenges before India's new intelligence chiefs

Rediff.com28 Nov 2012

Protection of our national security and other critical infrastructure from cyber threats orchestrated by State and non-State actors is now an important task of the intelligence community as a whole. The new chiefs of Intelligence Bureau and the Research and Analysis Wing will be required to play a leadership role in the matter, says B Raman

Why ISIS may attract more Indians

Why ISIS may attract more Indians

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

India has a sizeable population of Sunni Muslims, and the Intelligence Bureau fears more young men will be drawn to the ISIS.

Probe NPAs above Rs 50 cr, report fraud to CBI: FinMin to PSBs

Probe NPAs above Rs 50 cr, report fraud to CBI: FinMin to PSBs

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

Banks will also have to seek borrower's status report from Central Economic Intelligence Bureau on the account turning NPA

Home Minister Amit Shah at National Police Memorial

Home Minister Amit Shah at National Police Memorial

Rediff.com2 Jun 2019

The National Police Memorial, a 30-foot-tall and 238-tonne black granite structure, was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 21 last year on the occasion of police commemoration day.

Anti-Islam video: IB asks states to be on alert

Anti-Islam video: IB asks states to be on alert

Rediff.com14 Sep 2012

The Intelligence Bureau issues alert over the video that has provoked protests in the Arab world

115 designated NE terror groups high on IB radar

115 designated NE terror groups high on IB radar

Rediff.com24 Aug 2012

Following the riots in Assam and the mass exodus of northeast people from southern states, the Intelligence Bureau's radar is probably the highest-ever. This is also true for every other state in the northeast which has 115 designated terrorist organisations. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

'If Kashmiri Pandits have to come back, then it has to be done honestly'

'If Kashmiri Pandits have to come back, then it has to be done honestly'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

'There is no point in just saying, 'hum wapas bhej denge (we will send Kashmiri Pandits back)'.'

'Kashmiri Pandits were targeted just like others'

'Kashmiri Pandits were targeted just like others'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

'Use of the word 'genocide' for Kashmiri Pandits is absolutely wrong.'

IB divided over appointment of new chief

IB divided over appointment of new chief

Rediff.com25 Nov 2012

India is all set to get its new Intelligence Bureau chief S Asif Ibrahim, who will become the first Muslim to hold that post. However, there could be a debate on the issue of seniority since there are officers from the 1976 batch who were overlooked for this post. Ibrahim is part of the 1977 batch, says Vicky Nanjappa.

Guilty should be punished: Shinde on Ishrat Jahan case

Guilty should be punished: Shinde on Ishrat Jahan case

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

A day after the Central Bureau of Investigation told a court in Ahmedabad that it is probing the role of Intelligence Bureau officers in the Ishrat Jahan case, Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde said those guilty of carrying out the alleged fake encounter should be punished.

Security forces conduct flag marches in riot-hit areas of Delhi

Security forces conduct flag marches in riot-hit areas of Delhi

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

Shops and schools remained closed and streets wore a deserted look as sporadic violence continued since Monday with mobs running amok, looting shops and setting properties on fire.

Is UP election being funded with hawala money from the Gulf?

Is UP election being funded with hawala money from the Gulf?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2012

Sources in the Intelligence Bureau have said that money for election campaigns was being channelised by politicians who had earlier parked it with operatives in the Gulf. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Plane hijack threat ahead of Independence Day?

Plane hijack threat ahead of Independence Day?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2012

The Intelligence Bureau has put out an alert regarding a possible hijack of a plane from Ahmedabad.

Botched IB terror alert is a LOUD call for NCTC

Botched IB terror alert is a LOUD call for NCTC

Rediff.com11 May 2012

The botched terror alert by the Intelligence Bureau has once again put the spotlight on the need for a National Counter Terrorism Centre, which could act as a pool of information. Vicky Nanjappa reports

When Biju Patnaik reached out to US to counter China

When Biju Patnaik reached out to US to counter China

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

Rup Narayan Das reveals the towering Odisha leader's role in improving national security after the 1962 War with China.

Former IB chief: Maoists won't hurt collector

Former IB chief: Maoists won't hurt collector

Rediff.com23 Apr 2012

'Menon's kidnappers are unlikely to behave like the radical Islamists who have a tendency to displease their own people and community. The Maoists are shrewd and will bargain hard, but not behave recklessly. Young Christians are their primary constituency and they bank heavily on them in the jungles.'

SIMI wants to 'help' Al Qaeda's terror plan

SIMI wants to 'help' Al Qaeda's terror plan

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

Asim Umar, Al Qaeda's Sharia council chief, heads its operations on the sub-continent.

Info on threat to Rushdie given by IB: Rajasthan govt

Info on threat to Rushdie given by IB: Rajasthan govt

Rediff.com22 Jan 2012

Rejecting Salman Rushdie's charge that it had concocted the story about a plot to eliminate him to keep him away from India, the Rajasthan government on Sunday said the information was provided by the Intelligence Bureau.

Man who caught Bhatkal to guard Modi, Gandhi family

Man who caught Bhatkal to guard Modi, Gandhi family

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

Senior IPS officer Vivek Srivastava was on Wednesday appointed as Inspector General in the elite Special Protection Group which guards Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other VVIPs, including the Gandhi family.