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26/11 plotter Abu Jundal's lawyer seeks 4 days to cross-examine Headley

26/11 plotter Abu Jundal's lawyer seeks 4 days to cross-examine Headley

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Key 26/11 plotter Sayed Zabiuddin Ansari alias Abu Jundal's lawyer on Monday informed a Mumbai court that he wanted to cross-examine Pakistani-American terrorist David Coleman Headley for four days.

'Islamic extremism growing in US prisons'

'Islamic extremism growing in US prisons'

Rediff.com6 May 2004

Justice Department report say lax controls may allow al-Qaeda to 'radicalize and recruit' inmates

FB video shows Hizbul militants cracking jokes, loading assault rifles

FB video shows Hizbul militants cracking jokes, loading assault rifles

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

In yet another audacious move, the banned Hizbul Mujahideen has uploaded a video of its militants training in army fatigues with assault rifles and cracking jokes on a social networking site, seen as a "psychological warfare" against the security forces.

How big is the Islamic State threat to India?

How big is the Islamic State threat to India?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

As far as India is concerned, the danger is the potential of the IS to create mischief rather than its actual capability as of now, says Rajiv Kumar

Be prepared for the Long War!

Be prepared for the Long War!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

The level of preparedness of Daesh sleeper cells is evident from the fact that it took just four days after Salah Abdelslam's arrest to execute the Brussels attacks, says Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

Mullah Omar seen in Pak: Karzai

Mullah Omar seen in Pak: Karzai

Rediff.com29 Nov 2003

Taliban supremo Mullah Mohammed Omar was spotted last week in Pakistani city of Quetta, said the Afghan president.

Centre sounds alert after Al Qaeda announces new Indian wing

Centre sounds alert after Al Qaeda announces new Indian wing

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

The Centre on Thursday sounded a country-wide alert after an Al Qaeda video appeared in which the terror outfit threatened to carry out campaign in India. Home Minister Rajnath Singh went into a huddle with top security officials as an initial assessment of the Intelligence Bureau found the video to be genuine.

TN police arrest 4 Al Ummah men for Hindu Munnani leader's murder

TN police arrest 4 Al Ummah men for Hindu Munnani leader's murder

Rediff.com7 Aug 2014

Tamil Nadu police have nabbed four men from the terror outfit for the murder of Hindu Munnani leader Suresh Kumar. Their confessions disclose their deadly agenda, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

Army guns down Hizb terrorist, 1 dies in firing at stone-pelting mob

Army guns down Hizb terrorist, 1 dies in firing at stone-pelting mob

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

The army had to had to aim at the crowd when jawans claimed to have been fired upon from the other side.

Al-Qaeda operative, came to India to train Rohingyas, held in Delhi: Police

Al-Qaeda operative, came to India to train Rohingyas, held in Delhi: Police

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

A pistol of 9 mm calibre, laptop, mobile phones, USD 2,000, 13,000 in Bangladeshi currency and Indian rupees were recovered from him.

Many questions about rogue cop Davinder Singh

Many questions about rogue cop Davinder Singh

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Why did RA&W hire a man with a questionable record, wonders David Devadas.

India tracking 150 youths who are sympathetic to ISIS

India tracking 150 youths who are sympathetic to ISIS

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Nearly 150 youths in India are under the surveillance of security agencies for their alleged leanings towards dreaded terrorist group ISIS, responsible for the recent terror attacks in Paris.

How Lashkar's discarded bomb maker was captured

How Lashkar's discarded bomb maker was captured

Rediff.com1 Apr 2014

How Lashkar-e-Tayiba's bomb maker Abdul Karim 'Tunda' was arrested after being on the run for 30 years.

Yasin Bhatkal arrest: End is near for IM's most dreaded Darbhanga module

Yasin Bhatkal arrest: End is near for IM's most dreaded Darbhanga module

Rediff.com29 Aug 2013

The arrest of Yasin Bhatkal comes as a huge relief to the Bihar police, who expect to now crackdown down on active terror units in the state, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

Communal riots and the Indian Mujahideen

Communal riots and the Indian Mujahideen

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

There are many reasons why one joins a terrorist outfit. But to point at one factor as the single most crucial one to the formation and actions of the Indian Mujahideen is a political explanation, not strategic, says Bibhu Prasad Routray

15-yr-old becomes UK's youngest convicted terrorist

15-yr-old becomes UK's youngest convicted terrorist

Rediff.com2 Oct 2015

The 15-year-old, who was not identified, will serve at least five years in jail for inciting terrorism and will not be released until he is considered not to be dangerous.

Demonetisation wasn't the only topic discussed in Parliament on Thursday

Demonetisation wasn't the only topic discussed in Parliament on Thursday

Rediff.com17 Nov 2016

Even as demonetisation continued to be the hot topic in Parliament, forcing adjournments in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, other topics too were discussed in Parliament. Here are the other issues that were discussed.

Al Qaeda developing new explosives: Report

Al Qaeda developing new explosives: Report

Rediff.com29 May 2003

Pakistani daily Dawn quoting intelligence officials said these explosives can be moulded into shoes or luggage and will be harder to detect.

Dhaka attackers followed Indian Islamic preacher

Dhaka attackers followed Indian Islamic preacher

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Two of the five Bangladeshi attackers, who hacked to death 20 people at a restaurant in Dhaka's diplomatic zone used to follow three controversial Islamists, including Indian Islamic preacher Zakir Nayek.

50 men have joined militancy in Kashmir in 6 months

50 men have joined militancy in Kashmir in 6 months

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

Most of these new recruits came from Pulwama, Shopian and Kulgam districts in South Kashmir, which had become the hub of tech-savvy, young militants.

What you sow will bear fruit, India warns Pakistan

What you sow will bear fruit, India warns Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

A day after the National Investigation Agency filed a chargesheet against Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar in the Pathankot attack, India took on Pakistan at the United Nations and called on the hostile neighbour to leave behind its ways of terrorism, with the warning saying that, "what you sow will bear fruit".

US uses 'moronic' selfie to bomb ISIS headquarters

US uses 'moronic' selfie to bomb ISIS headquarters

Rediff.com6 Jun 2015

A selfie, bragging about the command and control capabilities of the Islamic State, posted on social media by a terrorist helped the US forces track and destroy its headquarters in Syria in less than 24 hours.

Is Lashkar training ISIS militants?

Is Lashkar training ISIS militants?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2014

The Lashkar poses a huge threat to India and its nexus with the Islamic State of Syria and Iraq is worrying, warn intelligence sources. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Bodh Gaya blasts: A grim shape of things to come

Bodh Gaya blasts: A grim shape of things to come

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

The attack on the Mahabodhi temple is a precursor before Pakistan-based terror outfits launch a major 'war' in support of Myanmar's Rohingya Muslims, reports Vicky Nanjappa

Lt. Umar Fayaz's death may be a turning point in Kashmir

Lt. Umar Fayaz's death may be a turning point in Kashmir

Rediff.com11 May 2017

'In times to come this will be considered a watershed event, but only if the establishment can see the flag which is up and the straws in the wind which are flying,' says Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

We will destroy IS or anyone that tries to harm us: Obama

We will destroy IS or anyone that tries to harm us: Obama

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

Reaffirming his commitment to destroy the Islamic State, United States President Barack Obama said America will destroy any militant organisation that tried to harm its people but ruled out sending large scale troops on the ground as done in the case of Afghanistan and Iraq.

Home ministry says position on Indian Mujahideen is clear

Home ministry says position on Indian Mujahideen is clear

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

Refusing to be dragged into the controversy over Congress leader Shakeel Ahmed's statement that Gujarat riots led to creation of Indian Mujahideen, the Home Ministry on Tuesday said the NIA charge sheet and its position on the banned terror outfit are clear.

Mark Zuckerberg meets Modi, plans to bridge digital divide

Mark Zuckerberg meets Modi, plans to bridge digital divide

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

Founder and CEO of Facebook Mark Zuckerberg called on the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday.

WARNING! ISIS may strike India to provoke armageddon

WARNING! ISIS may strike India to provoke armageddon

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

The Islamic State is preparing to attack India to provoke an Armageddon-like confrontation with the United States, according to an internal recruitment document of the feared group which also seeks to unite the Pakistani and Afghan Taliban into a single army of terror.

11 J&K militants upload photos on FB as Amarnath yatra gets underway

11 J&K militants upload photos on FB as Amarnath yatra gets underway

Rediff.com2 Jul 2015

In an audacious move, 11 young Kashmiri militants donning army fatigues and holding firearms, posted their photographs on Facebook, forcing the security forces to sit up and take notice.

Britain's MI6 to hire 1,000 more spies by 2020

Britain's MI6 to hire 1,000 more spies by 2020

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

MI6 is expected to grow from 2,500 to nearly 3,500 to provide extra security for their operations and staff, according to BBC sources.

Bangladeshi bomber arrested after attempted 'terrorist attack' in New York

Bangladeshi bomber arrested after attempted 'terrorist attack' in New York

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

"Terrorists won't win," New York Mayor Bill de Blasio said after a blast at the Port Authority terminal in Manhattan during the morning rush hour on Monday, which injured four.

Prez honours helicopter unit that stalled Pathankot terrorists

Prez honours helicopter unit that stalled Pathankot terrorists

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

The 125 Helicopter Squadron (Gladiators) since its formation in November 1983 has enhanced its operational capability over the years and earned accolades for its valour and strike capabilities when deployed internally as well as abroad.

'Thought of Trump as Prez scares us to death': Kaine, Pence clash in VP debate

'Thought of Trump as Prez scares us to death': Kaine, Pence clash in VP debate

Rediff.com5 Oct 2016

The moderator, at times, had a tough time in controlling Kaine and Pence.

SL defence secy quits; PM says more attacks possible

SL defence secy quits; PM says more attacks possible

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

Authorities also released photographs of six suspects, including three women, wanted for their involvement in the attacks and sought information regarding them from the public.

Bengaluru executive behind IS Twitter ID arrested, confesses

Bengaluru executive behind IS Twitter ID arrested, confesses

Rediff.com13 Dec 2014

The suspect behind a pro-Islamic State Twitter account followed by foreign jihadis has been arrested in Bengaluru, senior police officials said.

Wary of Jundal being killed, NIA seeks trial via video-conference

Wary of Jundal being killed, NIA seeks trial via video-conference

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

Trial against suspected top Lashkar-e-Tayiba terrorist Abu Jundal, an alleged mastermind of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, should be conducted through video conferencing as he faces threat to his life, NIA told a Delhi court on Friday.

IS suspect planned to attack Mother House in Kolkata, kill foreigners: NIA

IS suspect planned to attack Mother House in Kolkata, kill foreigners: NIA

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

The Mother House in West Bengal capital is the headquarters of Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity.

Baghdadi is dead, but what about the rest of ISIS?

Baghdadi is dead, but what about the rest of ISIS?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

'Should the new ISIS leadership opt for a consolidation, the Afghan-Pakistan border would be an attractive place,' warns Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).

SIMI wants to attack Modi, reveals 'Black Beauty'

SIMI wants to attack Modi, reveals 'Black Beauty'

Rediff.com22 May 2014

The Patna attack was just the beginning, the alleged SIMI terrorist told NIA agents. His organisation has resolved to attack Narendra Modi wherever possible.