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Islamic State behind Manchester bombing that killed 22

Islamic State behind Manchester bombing that killed 22

Rediff.com23 May 2017

Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud "bang" from inside the venue.

12 killed, 27 injured in suicide attack outside court in Pak

12 killed, 27 injured in suicide attack outside court in Pak

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

No group or individual claimed responsibility for the attack, but such strikes are usually carried out by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistani (TTP).

17-year-old Islamic State recruit becomes 'UK's youngest suicide bomber'

17-year-old Islamic State recruit becomes 'UK's youngest suicide bomber'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

Talha Asmal was one of four suicide bombers who attacked security forces near an oil refinery south of Baiji.

9 including minor arrested for links with Islamic State

9 including minor arrested for links with Islamic State

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

The arrests followed searches in Amrut Nagar, Kausa, Moti Baug and Almas Colony areas in Thane's Mumbra township and in Aurangabad's Kaisar Colony, Rahat Colony and Damdi Mahal areas on Monday late night and Tuesday early morning.

Gujarat ATS busts Al-Qaeda terror module, 4 held in raids

Gujarat ATS busts Al-Qaeda terror module, 4 held in raids

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has busted a terror module and arrested four individuals for allegedly promoting the ideology of Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS). The arrests were made in a multi-state operation, with the accused involved in sharing radical content on social media to incite violence and establish 'sharia' law in India.

California shooting: Woman attacker pledged allegiance to the Islamic State

California shooting: Woman attacker pledged allegiance to the Islamic State

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

The wife of the Pakistani-American man who together carried out the deadly California shooting, pledged allegiance to Islamic State (Daesh) on Facebook.

'India saved my mother's life': Sheikh Hasina's son

'India saved my mother's life': Sheikh Hasina's son

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

'If she hadn't left Bangladesh, the militants had planned on killing her'

Conversion to Islam bona fide if done by free-will, with sound mind: HC

Conversion to Islam bona fide if done by free-will, with sound mind: HC

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

The HC said this while dismissing a petition by Taufik Ahmad who had sought quashing of proceedings against him on charges of rape and unlawful religious conversion of a Hindu girl to Islam through misrepresentation under the UP anti-conversion law.

Islam Arab religion, here everyone was Hindu: MP bureaucrat

Islam Arab religion, here everyone was Hindu: MP bureaucrat

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

He further said that people were converted from Hindus to Muslims and appealed Muslims to reconsider whoever considers Arabs as ideal.

'Terrorism Is A Cat And Mouse Game'

'Terrorism Is A Cat And Mouse Game'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

'There are active terror modules across the country who will find new ways and new targets. From intelligence agencies to an alert citizenry, we all have to play our part.'

Islamic State behind Paris attack which kills 1 cop, injures 2 others

Islamic State behind Paris attack which kills 1 cop, injures 2 others

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

The shooting happened about 9 pm local time when a car stopped at 102 Champs-Elysees in front of a police van, Interior Ministry spokesman Pierre Henry Brandet said. A man emerged from the car and opened fire on the van with an "automatic weapon," killing one officer instantly, he said.

'Homegrown Islamists may be trying to link up with Islamic State'

'Homegrown Islamists may be trying to link up with Islamic State'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

"Our initial investigation suggests both the attacks were carried out by homegrown Jamaatul Mujahideen Bangladesh," said the home minister.

'Taliban Never Supported Pakistan On Kashmir'

'Taliban Never Supported Pakistan On Kashmir'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'Pakistan wanted India out of Afghanistan to which again the Taliban told Pakistan to take a walk.' 'Six months after they came back to power in 2021 India was back in Afghanistan at the request of the Taliban.' 'The Taliban realised that India has no agenda of its own in Afghanistan.'

'Asim Munir Is Osama Bin Laden In A Suit'

'Asim Munir Is Osama Bin Laden In A Suit'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'Within 30 minutes of when Asim Munir made those comments, he should have been taken to Tampa airport and flown out of the United States.'

SC stay on collector deciding status of Waqf properties

SC stay on collector deciding status of Waqf properties

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has put on hold several key provisions of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, including the clause that only those practicing Islam for the last five years can dedicate a property as Waqf. The court also addressed the powers of collectors and non-Muslim participation in Waqf Boards.

Trump to sign executive orders before meeting Pak PM today

Trump to sign executive orders before meeting Pak PM today

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

United States President Donald Trump is set to engage in high-stakes bilateral meetings on Thursday, including a closed-door session with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in the Oval Office, according to Trump's public schedule released by the White House.

Pakistani man extradited to US over plot to attack Jewish centre on Oct 7 anniversary

Pakistani man extradited to US over plot to attack Jewish centre on Oct 7 anniversary

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Muhammad Shahzeb Khan was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS) terrorist organisation and attempting to commit acts of terrorism transcending national boundaries.

'Saudi-Pak Deal Is Not Targeted Against India'

'Saudi-Pak Deal Is Not Targeted Against India'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'Nor would it have serious implications in India's relations with Saudi Arabia that stand on their own and have improved significantly in recent times, including in defence and strategic affairs.'

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