Pak terror handlers revive old playbook, target cash-strapped recruits

Vicky Nanjappa | October 9, 2026 2:52 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The busting of the Faridabad terror module, which allegedly carried out the car bomb blast near Delhi’s Red Fort in November last year, exposed how white-collar professionals were operating dangerous terror cells in India. It also indicated growing interest among similar youth in establishing terror cells and engaging in anti-national activities.

Captain Smit Machchhar recovering well, his health showing improvement: MEA

IANS | October 7, 2026 7:10 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday said Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, who fought against the attacking co-pilot in a Flydubai aircraft and helped save 174 people onboard last week, is recovering well and showing steady improvement in his health.

ISI moves to unite Bangladesh terror groups, eyes bigger India strikes

Vicky Nanjappa | October 7, 2026 2:32 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) With the western border becoming increasingly difficult to operate along, Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) is seeking to intensify activities on the eastern front. Terror groups in Bangladesh have long been nurtured by the ISI, with the focus largely on targeting West Bengal and the northeastern states.