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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday filed a detailed chargesheet in connection with the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in which 25 tourists lost their lives. The chargesheet squarely blames Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and its shadow organisation The Resistance Front (TRF) for planning and executing the attack. According to the NIA, the terror strike that took place on April 22 was a religion-based, Pakistan-sponsored attack aimed at spreading fear and destabilising peace in the region. The 1,597-page chargesheet was submitted before a special NIA court in Jammu, detailing the conspiracy, operational planning, and the role of each accused, supported by scientific and technical evidence collected during an eight-month-long inve...

Mumbai: Director Aditya Dhar’s film Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, continues to dominate the box office and public discourse a week after its release. While the film has earned widespread praise for its gripping narrative and performances, it has also sparked debate over its political undertones and portrayal of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. Amid this polarised reaction, Iltija Mufti, PDP leader and daughter of former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti, has found herself at the centre of controversy after publicly praising the film—an endorsement that surprised many given her political background. Iltija Mufti Praises Film’s Story and Portrayal of Women Sharing her views on social media, Iltija described Dhurandhar as “interesting and well-made,” despite the surr...

New Delhi: Baramulla MP and Awami Ittihad Party (AIP) chief Engineer Rashid, who is currently lodged in Tihar Jail, staged a one-day hunger strike on the occasion of International Human Rights Day. According to AIP spokesperson Inam-ul-Nabi, Rashid began his symbolic fast on Wednesday morning, ahead of attending the ongoing Parliament session. The party said the objective of his fast was to remind the government of the unresolved issues faced by the people of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, and to urge a “humane and sincere approach” in addressing them. Rashid had already informed the Lok Sabha about his plan to observe the fast on December 10, stating that it was meant to draw attention to the decades-long pain and lingering grievances of the region’s residents. Letter to the Pri...

Srinagar/New Delhi:The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested another Kashmiri doctor in connection with the Delhi blast case, intensifying its crackdown across the Kashmir Valley. The arrested individual, Dr. Bilal Nasir Malla, a resident of Baramulla in north Kashmir, is the eighth person to be taken into custody in this case. Doctor Accused of Sheltering Key Terrorist According to the NIA, Dr. Bilal was actively involved in the conspiracy behind the terrorist attack. Investigations revealed that he provided shelter and logistical support to slain terrorist Umar Un Nabi, believed to be the mastermind and suicide attacker behind the 10 November blast near the Red Fort in Delhi. The agency also accused Dr. Bilal of destroying crucial evidence linked to the attack. NIA of...

Srinagar: Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has delivered a sharp critique of the India Alliance, drawing ire from Congress and RJD while giving the BJP an opportunity to capitalize. Speaking at a media event, Abdullah said the alliance is on “life support,” highlighting internal disagreements and setbacks that have hampered its effectiveness. Alliance on “Life Support”Abdullah noted that following Bihar’s assembly election defeat, the India Alliance is effectively struggling to regain stability. “Every time someone intervenes, we get a jolt. We rise again, but unfortunate results like in Bihar bring us down, and at times it feels like the alliance needs to be admitted to ICU,” he remarked. Criticism Over Bihar Seat-SharingThe J&K CM also expressed displeasure over...

Following the recent blast near Delhi’s Red Fort on November 10 and the exposure of a “white-collar” terror module, the Jammu & Kashmir Police have intensified their operations against individuals and networks linked to terrorist organizations. In a major action, police conducted extensive raids and inspections across multiple mosques and madrasas in Srinagar. According to officials, the move aims to strike at pro-terror ecosystems, identify radical elements, and prevent extremist ideologies from spreading in the region. Raids Conducted Across All Police Zones A police spokesperson confirmed that coordinated search operations were carried out simultaneously across all zones of Srinagar. Each team included executive magistrates and independent witnesses to ensure complete trans...

Tension along the India–Pakistan border intensified on Friday night after a Pakistani drone was spotted hovering over the Ghagwal area in Jammu & Kashmir’s Samba district. The sighting comes amid heightened security following the Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent ‘Operation Sindoor’. Drone Detected Near International Border According to officials quoted by PTI, the drone originated from Pakistan’s Chak Bhura post and entered Indian airspace late at night. It hovered for several minutes over Rigal village in the Ghagwal sector before returning to the Pakistani side. Following the sighting, the Indian Army and security forces immediately launched a search operation in the suspected drop zone to verify whether any payload—such as narcotics, weapons, or explosives—had been...

Srinagar: A devastating explosion rocked Nowgam in Srinagar late Friday night, leaving the area in shock and horror. The blast occurred inside the Nowgam Police Station during the sampling of explosives seized from a White-collar terrorist module. Nine people, including police personnel and forensic experts, have been killed, while more than 27 others sustained injuries, several in critical condition. The explosion, which struck at approximately 11:22 PM, created chaos in the vicinity. Security forces immediately cordoned off the area to ensure safety, while officials enforced strict precautionary protocols at the site. Eyewitnesses described a scene of unimaginable horror. Tariq Ahmed, who arrived at the scene shortly after the blast, said, “We heard a tremendous explosion and were ...

Srinagar: A devastating blast rocked the outskirts of Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, on Friday night at the Nowgam Police Station, resulting in massive casualties and widespread panic. Reports confirm that at least nine people were killed, and more than 29 others sustained serious injuries. The explosion occurred when police and forensic teams were collecting samples from a large cache of explosives recently recovered from a doctor in Faridabad, Haryana. CCTV footage from nearby homes captured the terrifying moment of the blast and the destruction that followed. Firefighters struggled to control the blaze as thick smoke enveloped the area. Casualties Include Police, Forensic Experts, and OfficialsAmong the deceased were one Sub-Divisional Magistrate (executive magistrate) and a local...

Srinigar/Faridabad: In a major development in the Delhi Red Fort car blast case, authorities have revealed that Dr. Shaheen Sayeed, a resident of Lucknow and faculty member at Al-Falah University, was in contact with Afirah Bibi, the wife of Umar Farooq, the mastermind of the 2019 Pulwama attack. Investigators probing the links of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in the Delhi blast and Faridabad explosive seizure have confirmed this connection. Role in Radical Recruitment Sources indicate that Dr. Shaheen Sayeed was involved in recruiting women for extremist activities under JeM’s newly formed female wing, Jamat-ul-Mominat, which Afirah Bibi advises. Dr. Shaheen was reportedly tasked with establishing the group’s India branch and facilitating terrorist recruitment. She was also in contact with...