Canada's anti-hate bill offers ray of hope amid rising Khalistani extremism

IANS | April 6, 2026 5:27 PM

Ottawa, April 6 (IANS) Canada's recent legislation, Bill C-9, the 'Combatting Hate Act', directly addresses the kinds of incidents promoted by Khalistani extremists that have caused concern among Indian diaspora communities by criminalising the intimidation or obstruction of individuals seeking to access religious or cultural spaces, a report said on Monday.

Asif’s Kolkata threat under lens; agencies suspect bid to incite terror in West Bengal

Vicky Nanjappa | April 6, 2026 1:30 PM

New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) India’s security agencies are closely examining the remarks made by Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, where he made a reference to Kolkata. Asif warned that if India attempted any 'false flag operation', then Pakistan’s response would extend to Kolkata. "If India tries to stage any false flag operation this time then God-willing, we will take it to Kolkata," Asif said.

Prahaar pressure: Desperate ISI pushes Khalistani groups for strikes in north India

Vicky Nanjappa | April 6, 2026 1:04 PM

New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) A deliberate strategy to keep outfits such as the Lashkar-e-Taiba quiet for the time being is being orchestrated by the ISI. A major push is being made to promote the Khalistani terror groups, with the targets being Punjab and Delhi, an official said.

Naxalism, Kashmir militancy see major decline over 12 years: Report

IANS | April 5, 2026 3:45 PM

New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) India has recorded a significant decline in two of its most persistent internal security challenges -- Left Wing Extremism (LWE) and militancy in Jammu and Kashmir -- over the past 12 years, with sustained security operations, better intelligence coordination and development-led interventions playing a decisive role, according to a report.

Pakistan's military behaves more like mercenary force: Report

IANS | April 5, 2026 3:26 PM

Tel Aviv, April 5 (IANS) Pakistan's attempt to project itself as a mediator in the ongoing tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran has come under scrutiny, a report in The Times of Israel read, highlighting Islamabad's complex historical role and strategic contradictions.

Terror groups using social media platforms to radicalise people across Indo-Pacific: Report

IANS | April 4, 2026 9:23 PM

Washington, April 4 (IANS) Several terrorist organisations, including the Islamic State (ISIS), have exploited social media’s low-cost, fast, globally connected platforms for ideological propaganda, recruitment, mobilisation, and executing terror attacks.

Five killed, 13 others injured after suicide bombing in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

IANS | April 3, 2026 1:55 PM

Islamabad, April 3 (IANS) At least five people were killed and 13 others, including one police personnel, were injured after a suicide car bomb attack at the Domel Police Station in Bannu district of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, local media reported on Friday.

Succession battle in D-Company: ISI orchestrates power balance amid Dawood’s ill-health

Vicky Nanjappa | April 3, 2026 1:16 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Dawood Ibrahim is back in the news following the release of Dhurandhar: The Revenge. Dawood is shown as a bedridden man, and this is contrary to the scores of images that one gets to see in which the 1993 blasts accused is shown as a young man.

BKI opts for repeated low-intensity strikes to sustain pressure on agencies

Vicky Nanjappa | April 2, 2026 1:59 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Khalistani terror groups such as the Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) have decided to step up the offensive as they come under immense pressure from the law enforcement agencies.

Pakistan remains ‘primary hub' for organised terrorism: Report

IANS | April 1, 2026 9:29 PM

Islamabad/New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) The United States, United Nations, and European Union must go beyond symbolic sanctions against Pakistan and enforce comprehensive financial and diplomatic measures against institutions enabling terror activities, a report said on Wednesday.

Terrorism

Canada's anti-hate bill offers ray of hope amid rising Khalistani extremism

Asif’s Kolkata threat under lens; agencies suspect bid to incite terror in West Bengal

Prahaar pressure: Desperate ISI pushes Khalistani groups for strikes in north India

Naxalism, Kashmir militancy see major decline over 12 years: Report

Pakistan's military behaves more like mercenary force: Report

Terror groups using social media platforms to radicalise people across Indo-Pacific: Report

Five killed, 13 others injured after suicide bombing in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Succession battle in D-Company: ISI orchestrates power balance amid Dawood’s ill-health

BKI opts for repeated low-intensity strikes to sustain pressure on agencies

Pakistan remains ‘primary hub' for organised terrorism: Report

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