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Pak-backed drug cartel busted in Punjab; soldier, ex-cop among 6 held

Pak-backed drug cartel busted in Punjab; soldier, ex-cop among 6 held

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled a heroin trafficking network, arresting six individuals including an Army man and a dismissed police personnel. The operation uncovered links to Pakistan-based smugglers using drones to deliver heroin.

Six Arrested in Punjab for Cross-Border Smuggling Operation

Six Arrested in Punjab for Cross-Border Smuggling Operation

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Punjab Police have arrested six individuals involved in cross-border arms and drug smuggling with links to Pakistan-based smugglers, seizing weapons and heroin.

Delhi Police Foil Terror Plot, Arrest Two Operatives

Delhi Police Foil Terror Plot, Arrest Two Operatives

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested two operatives working for Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti, foiling a plot to carry out attacks in Delhi-NCR.

Gangster Arrested After 14 Years Evading Police in Dacoity Cases

Gangster Arrested After 14 Years Evading Police in Dacoity Cases

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a gangster, Arjun Prasad, who had been absconding for nearly 14 years in connection with multiple cases of dacoity and robbery across Delhi and Punjab.

Two Arrested In Connection With Attack On Singer's Organiser

Two Arrested In Connection With Attack On Singer's Organiser

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two shooters have been arrested in Punjab for allegedly firing at the home of singer Rahul Fazilpuria's event organiser in Gurugram. The shooters, linked to gangster Deepak Nandal, confessed to planning the attack on Saurabh Yadav, injuring a security constable.

Bambiha Gang Associate Arrested with Illegal Weapons in Punjab

Bambiha Gang Associate Arrested with Illegal Weapons in Punjab

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Police in Faridkot, Punjab, have arrested an associate of the Bambiha gang and recovered illegal weapons. In a separate operation, a drug smuggler was apprehended with two kg of heroin.

Two Arrested in Punjab for Planning Robbery with Illegal Firearms

Two Arrested in Punjab for Planning Robbery with Illegal Firearms

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Punjab Police have arrested two men in Bathinda who were allegedly planning a robbery and were found in possession of illegal weapons.

Terror plot foiled in Punjab, six BKI operatives held; arms, ammo seized

Terror plot foiled in Punjab, six BKI operatives held; arms, ammo seized

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Punjab Police announced the busting of two terror modules ahead of Republic Day, resulting in the arrest of six operatives and the seizure of arms and ammunition.

MP Sandeep Pathak booked in two cases days after BJP switch, row erupts

MP Sandeep Pathak booked in two cases days after BJP switch, row erupts

Rediff.com2 May 2026

The Punjab police registered two FIRs under sections for non-bailable offences against Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak. Both FIRs were filed in different districts of Punjab.

Gang Targeting Kedarnath Pilgrims Busted; Two Arrested

Gang Targeting Kedarnath Pilgrims Busted; Two Arrested

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Police in Kedarnath have arrested two men believed to be part of an organised gang that steals from pilgrims. Purses, ATM cards, and other belongings were recovered from the suspects, who are residents of Ludhiana, Punjab.

Pro-Khalistan Terror Module Busted; Pakistan ISI Link Suspected

Pro-Khalistan Terror Module Busted; Pakistan ISI Link Suspected

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

A pro-Khalistan terror module, backed by Pakistan's ISI, carried out a blast at a freight corridor railway track near Patiala, resulting in the death of the suspect. Police have arrested four members of the group and suspect the module aimed to create terror and disrupt peace in the state.

Patiala Blast Probe Reveals Deep-Rooted Terror Conspiracy

Patiala Blast Probe Reveals Deep-Rooted Terror Conspiracy

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The investigation into the Patiala freight corridor blast has led to the seizure of a large cache of munitions and explosives and the uncovering of a deep-rooted terror conspiracy involving Pakistan-backed ISI and pro-Khalistan terrorists, Punjab police said.

Pak handlers used solar CCTV cameras to spy on Indian Army, ISI-linked module busted

Pak handlers used solar CCTV cameras to spy on Indian Army, ISI-linked module busted

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Delhi Police's Special Cell has dismantled an inter-state terror, arms, and espionage module allegedly supported by Pakistani handlers and the ISI, revealing a covert surveillance network near sensitive military locations.

Punjab police foil major terror plot, seize Pak arms

Punjab police foil major terror plot, seize Pak arms

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Punjab police foiled a major terror plot orchestrated by Pakistan-based terrorist Harwinder Rinda and recovered a cache of arms from a forest area in Gurdaspur.

Two More Arrested in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast Case

Two More Arrested in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast Case

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have arrested two more individuals allegedly involved in the recent blast outside the BJP headquarters in Chandigarh, bringing the total number of arrests to seven. The accused are believed to be part of an ISI-backed module taking directions from handlers in Germany and Portugal.

ISI-Backed Module Suspected in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast: Two More Arrested

ISI-Backed Module Suspected in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast: Two More Arrested

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have arrested two more individuals allegedly involved in the recent blast outside the BJP headquarters in Chandigarh, bringing the total arrests to seven. The suspects are believed to be part of an ISI-backed module taking instructions from handlers in Germany and Portugal.

Gujarat ATS nabs suspect linked to Pakistani gangster and grenade smuggling

Gujarat ATS nabs suspect linked to Pakistani gangster and grenade smuggling

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

The Gujarat ATS and police have detained Bikramjit Singh alias Vicky, an accused linked to a grenade smuggling case in Punjab and suspected to be associated with a Pakistani gangster working for ISI, in Deesa town of the state.

Five Arrested in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast Case: ISI Link Revealed

Five Arrested in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast Case: ISI Link Revealed

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have arrested five individuals linked to a Pakistan ISI-backed module in connection with the blast outside the Punjab BJP headquarters in Chandigarh. The investigation revealed a structured network operating under foreign-based handlers.

Court Orders Trial Against Lawrence Bishnoi Under MCOCA

Court Orders Trial Against Lawrence Bishnoi Under MCOCA

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has ordered the framing of charges under MCOCA against gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and 19 others, citing a prima facie case against them. The order follows an FIR registered by the Delhi Police's special cell in March 2021 against an alleged organised crime syndicate led by Sandeep alias Kala Jathedi and his associates.

How LeT Terrorist Set Up India Network, Evading Detection

How LeT Terrorist Set Up India Network, Evading Detection

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist Abdullah, alias Abu Hureira, who was tasked with establishing bases outside Jammu and Kashmir, adopted various professions, including share trading, to blend in with the local population. He was recently arrested along with other members of his network.

Lashkar co-founder Amir Hamza wounded in Lahore gun attack

Lashkar co-founder Amir Hamza wounded in Lahore gun attack

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Lashkar-e-Taiba co-founder Amir Hamza was injured in a gun attack in Lahore. Unidentified gunmen targeted his vehicle, raising concerns about security and potential implications for the region.

Shaheen Afridi Fined By Lahore Qalandars For Hotel Security Breach

Shaheen Afridi Fined By Lahore Qalandars For Hotel Security Breach

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Lahore Qalandars have fined captain Shaheen Shah Afridi after Punjab police accused him of breaching security protocols at the team hotel.

Pakistani Gangster Charged in Grenade Attack on YouTuber's Home

Pakistani Gangster Charged in Grenade Attack on YouTuber's Home

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The NIA has filed charges against two accused, including Pakistani gangster Shehzad Bhatti, in connection with last year's grenade attack on YouTuber Roger Sandhu's house in Jalandhar.

Shooter Arrested After Panjab University Student Leader Attack

Shooter Arrested After Panjab University Student Leader Attack

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Punjab Police, in collaboration with Chandigarh Police, have arrested a shooter involved in the attack on a student leader at Panjab University. The accused, linked to the Bambiha gang, was apprehended after an exchange of fire.

How Pak Lashkar terrorist 'Khargosh' fled to Saudi on fake Indian passport

How Pak Lashkar terrorist 'Khargosh' fled to Saudi on fake Indian passport

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Umer Harris, also known as 'Khargosh', is believed to be in Saudi Arabia after escaping India using a forged passport. An investigation into the inter-state LeT terror module has exposed systemic loopholes and raised concerns about passport issuance processes.

Man Arrested in Connection with Delhi Firing, Extortion Plot

Man Arrested in Connection with Delhi Firing, Extortion Plot

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 26-year-old man wanted in connection with a firing incident in Jagatpuri, Delhi, related to an extortion attempt allegedly orchestrated by a Punjab-based gangster.

Lashkar's fake ID network busted, several nabbed in Haryana, Rajasthan

Lashkar's fake ID network busted, several nabbed in Haryana, Rajasthan

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Jammu and Kashmir Police, in coordination with central intelligence agencies, have detained several people from Haryana and Rajasthan for allegedly facilitating the acquisition of fraudulent identities, including passports, by terrorists linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). The investigation uncovered an interstate module providing logistical support to terrorists by creating fake documents.

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Indian police have arrested three more individuals allegedly involved in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket, bringing the total number of arrests to 21. The suspects are accused of sending sensitive information to Pakistan.

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Indian police have arrested three more individuals allegedly involved in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket, bringing the total number of arrests to 21. The accused are suspected of sending sensitive information to Pakistan.

Ghaziabad Bank Manager Killed After Dispute with Security Guard

Ghaziabad Bank Manager Killed After Dispute with Security Guard

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A bank manager in Ghaziabad was shot dead by a security guard following disputes over salary and leave, leading to the arrest of the guard and an accomplice.

Gurdaspur Jeweller's Family Held Hostage in Rs 3 Crore Robbery

Gurdaspur Jeweller's Family Held Hostage in Rs 3 Crore Robbery

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Unidentified men held a jeweller's family hostage at gunpoint in Gurdaspur, Punjab, and stole cash and jewellery worth approximately Rs 3 crore, prompting criticism of the state's law and order situation.

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

More Arrests in Pakistan-Linked Espionage Case

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Indian police have apprehended three more individuals, including a juvenile and a woman, allegedly involved in a Pakistan-linked espionage racket, bringing the total number of arrests to 18. The suspects are accused of sending sensitive information to Pakistan via parcels through Dubai and WhatsApp.

Two Arrested in Delhi for Kidnapping, Threatening Excise Officials

Two Arrested in Delhi for Kidnapping, Threatening Excise Officials

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested two men suspected of kidnapping and threatening an excise department constable and his driver in connection with illegal liquor supply.

'If One Person Goes Into The Armed Forces, S/He Can Change A Family For Generations'

'If One Person Goes Into The Armed Forces, S/He Can Change A Family For Generations'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Police Constable Gursimran Bains will join the Air Force Academy to train as a military pilot next year.

Foreign-based gangster among 4 booked in AAP leader's murder case

Foreign-based gangster among 4 booked in AAP leader's murder case

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Police have booked a foreign-based gangster and an accomplice in connection with the murder of AAP leader Lucky Oberoi in Jalandhar, suspecting personal enmity as the motive.

Parents of gangster Goldy Brar arrested in extortion case

Parents of gangster Goldy Brar arrested in extortion case

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

The Punjab Police action came amid its ongoing crackdown against gangsters in the state.

Shaheed Diwas 2026: PM Modi Leads Tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev

Shaheed Diwas 2026: PM Modi Leads Tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Shaheed Diwas 2026: India observes Martyrs' Day on March 23, marking 95 years since Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev were hanged by the British in 1931. PM Modi leads tributes. History, significance, quotes and how the nation is remembering the martyrs today.

Accused in gangster Goldy Brar's cousin's murder shot dead

Accused in gangster Goldy Brar's cousin's murder shot dead

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

An accused in the 2020 murder of gangster Goldy Brar's cousin was fatally shot in Mohali. Police suspect Brar's involvement, citing threats and a social media claim of responsibility.

'Pakistan Treats Afghanistan As Its Province'

'Pakistan Treats Afghanistan As Its Province'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

'The unexpected turn of events and assertion of sovereignty by the Taliban has baffled the Pakistan security establishment.'

Iran War Exposes Washington's Strategic Chaos

Iran War Exposes Washington's Strategic Chaos

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

What we are watching is something different: A fog manufactured and maintained by the people who started the war, so that the question of why it was started never has to be answered, observes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the war in the Middle East.