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| January - 1 | Eleven Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a top-ranking leader, surrendered in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in Gadchiroli District on January 1, reports newsroomodisha.com. According to the Read more... Eleven Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a top-ranking leader, surrendered in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in Gadchiroli District on January 1, reports newsroomodisha.com. According to the Chief Minister’s Office, among the 11 Maoists was Vimala Chandra Sidam alias Tarakka (62), the head of the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC) and ‘central committee (CC)’ Member Sonu alias Bhupati’s wife. She has been in the Naxalite [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] movement for 34 years. There are three ‘division committee members (DCMs),’ one ‘deputy commander,’ and two ‘area committee members (ACMs).’ These 11 Maoists were carrying rewards of more than Rs 1 crore [INR 10 million] in Maharashtra. The identity of the remaining 10 Maoists is yet to be ascertained. Read less... |
| January - 1 | In Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), seven local youths joined terrorist organizations in 2024, marking a 96 per cent decline compared to 2019, when 132 youths were recruited, reports Zee News on January 1. Currently, only nine local active terrorists remain Read more... In Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), seven local youths joined terrorist organizations in 2024, marking a 96 per cent decline compared to 2019, when 132 youths were recruited, reports Zee News on January 1. Currently, only nine local active terrorists remain in J&K, the lowest number in several decades. Security forces (SFs) eliminated 68 terrorists in 2024, including 42 foreigners. Among those killed were four top commanders of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), and Hizbul Mujahideen (HM). Notably, only 61 terrorist incidents were reported in J&K in 2024, a 47 per cent reduction from previous years. The number of terrorists killed dropped from 157 in 2019 to 68 in 2024. Civilian and security personnel casualties have also decreased significantly. Read less... |
| January - 1 | On January 1, Manipur Police announced on X that Security Forces (SFs) recovered one Anti Material Rifle (AMR) Sniper modified with sight scope and one magazine, two Single Bolt Action Rifle, three 9mm Pistol (country made), one No 36 HE Hand Grenade Read more... On January 1, Manipur Police announced on X that Security Forces (SFs) recovered one Anti Material Rifle (AMR) Sniper modified with sight scope and one magazine, two Single Bolt Action Rifle, three 9mm Pistol (country made), one No 36 HE Hand Grenade, four MK-13T, 10 .303 empty case ammunition, two 7.62 empty case ammunition, four 7.62 x 39mm empty case ammunition, one Stun shell, one tear smoke shell, one tube launching and three 12 bore cartridge from Leishangthem Ikop Pat area in Thoubal District of Manipur. Read less... |
| January - 1 | On January 1, Manipur Police announced on X that Security Forces (SFs) recovered one SLR with one magazine, one .303 Rifle, one 12 Bore Single Barrel Gun, two 9mm Pistol with two magazine, one anti-riot Gun, two INSAS LMG magazine, two INSAS rifle ma Read more... On January 1, Manipur Police announced on X that Security Forces (SFs) recovered one SLR with one magazine, one .303 Rifle, one 12 Bore Single Barrel Gun, two 9mm Pistol with two magazine, one anti-riot Gun, two INSAS LMG magazine, two INSAS rifle magazine, four 36 Hand Grenade, one Detonator, five anti-riot shell, four 7.62 live rounds, one 9.2 mm(B47) live rounds, one 9.96 mm live rounds, four 7.65 mm live rounds, 22 12 Bore live rounds along with one Belt, two magazine pouch, two pairs of Hunting Boot, one belt and two Baofeng handheld set from Thongkhonglok village near Khunjarok Nala in Bishnupur District of Manipur. Read less... |
| January - 1 | On January 1, militants positioned in the hills of Kangpokpi District launched attack by firing with sophisticated weapons and hurling bombs on Kadangband area in Imphal West District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. No injuries were reported. Read more... On January 1, militants positioned in the hills of Kangpokpi District launched attack by firing with sophisticated weapons and hurling bombs on Kadangband area in Imphal West District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. No injuries were reported. Read less... |
| January - 1 | On January 1, Police arrested four associates of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), identified as Mudasir Ahmad Naik, Umar Nazir Sheikh, Inayat Firdoos, and Salman Nazir Lone, along with incriminating materials, in the Awantipora area in Pulwama District of Jam Read more... On January 1, Police arrested four associates of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), identified as Mudasir Ahmad Naik, Umar Nazir Sheikh, Inayat Firdoos, and Salman Nazir Lone, along with incriminating materials, in the Awantipora area in Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. The arrested individuals were involved in providing logistical support and transporting arms and ammunition to active terrorists of the proscribed terror outfit JeM in the region. Read less... |
| January - 1 | On January 1, Security Forces (SFs) recovered a drone in Gadkhal village in the Pargwal area of the Akhnoor sector in Jammu District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Greater Kashmir. Read more... On January 1, Security Forces (SFs) recovered a drone in Gadkhal village in the Pargwal area of the Akhnoor sector in Jammu District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Greater Kashmir. Read less... |
| January - 1 | On January 1, the Chief Minister (CM) of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that the Government is witnessing results against Jihadi threat along the border areas as a result of collaboration with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Intell Read more... On January 1, the Chief Minister (CM) of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that the Government is witnessing results against Jihadi threat along the border areas as a result of collaboration with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Intelligence Bureau (IB), reports India TodayNE. "We arrested 23 people and seized various weapons", the CM reiterated, further assuring that the Assam Police is aware of the threat posed by such elements across the border. "We are conducting operations in coordination with NIA and the IB. We have even arrested people from Bengal and Kerala," he said. Read less... |
| January - 1 | Police have claimed that it made significant strides in addressing the menace of Left Wing Extremism (LWE) in 2024, arresting 244 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including key leaders, reports Hindustan Times on January 1. Among Read more... Police have claimed that it made significant strides in addressing the menace of Left Wing Extremism (LWE) in 2024, arresting 244 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including key leaders, reports Hindustan Times on January 1. Among those arrested were one ‘Special Area Committee (SAC)’ member, two ‘zonal commanders,’ six ‘sub-zonal commanders,’ and six ‘area commanders.’ Inspector General of Police (IGP), Operations, AV Homkar, said that the Police picked up ‘SAC member’ Jaya Di alias Chinta, Shambhu Ganjhu alias Ravi Ganjhu, a ‘zonal commander’ with a Rs 10 lakh [INR 1 million] reward on his head, and Sitaram Rajwar alias Raman Rajwar, also carrying a Rs 10 lakh [INR 1 million] bounty. Several extremists from the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a splinter group of the CPI-Maoist, were also arrested, including Adesh Kumar Ganjhu, Sabita Sharma alias Raja Ji, and others, carrying a total reward of Rs 36 lakh [INR 3.6 million], he said. "In 2024, 24 Maoists surrendered, including four zonal commanders, one sub-zonal commander, three area commanders, and one member," he said, adding that nine Maoists were killed in police encounters, while the authorities recovered 123 weapons, including 35 looted police firearms, seven standard weapons, and 81 locally made firearms. Police also seized 246.40 kilograms of explosives and Rs 13.39 lakh [INR 1.339 million] collected as ‘levy’ (extortion money). Furthermore, 239 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) planted by Maoists were destroyed by the police, a statement from Police headquarters claimed. Read less... |
| January - 1 | Security Forces (SFs), comprising the 168th battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and local law enforcement, successfully defused eight Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) suspected to have been planted by the Communist Party of India- Read more... Security Forces (SFs), comprising the 168th battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and local law enforcement, successfully defused eight Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) suspected to have been planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during a routine Road Opening Party (ROP) exercise near a temple in Timapur in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 1, reports devdiscourse.com. Additionally, a CRPF’s Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) unit recovered two more IEDs between Kondapalli and Chhutwai villages in the district. The explosives, planted by the Maoists, were defused by a team of the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS). Read less... |
| January - 1 | The Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), Pramod Boro said the Jihadi operatives in BTC in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) of Assam, will never succeed as it failed across India despite their repeated attempts, rep Read more... The Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), Pramod Boro said the Jihadi operatives in BTC in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) of Assam, will never succeed as it failed across India despite their repeated attempts, reports The Sentinel on January 2. In context to the recent arrest of three suspected jihadis in Kokrajhar District recently, Boro said there was no success of jihadi operations in India and thus he believes that their operatives and agenda will not succeed in BTC too. He also said the attempt of jihadis had already been discouraged in BTR which already witnessed decades-long militancy problems where people want to breath fresh air. “Our vision is that all innovative schemes, privileges must reach to the last people in the society then there will be no jihadi or other operatives”. Read less... |
| January - 1 | According to the ‘Pakistan Security Report 2024’ released by Islamabad-based think tank Pak Institute for Peace Studies (PIPS) on January 1, Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) emerged as a key perpetrator of terrorist violence in Pakistan, reports Daw Read more... According to the ‘Pakistan Security Report 2024’ released by Islamabad-based think tank Pak Institute for Peace Studies (PIPS) on January 1, Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) emerged as a key perpetrator of terrorist violence in Pakistan, reports Dawn. While the attacks by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) killed about 300 people during the year, BLA-orchestrated attacks caused 225 fatalities. PIPS report noted that in 2024, the number of terror attacks reached levels comparable to the security situation in 2014 or earlier. A significant difference is that unlike the period before 2014, terrorists no longer control specific territories inside Pakistan. Yet, the prevailing insecurity in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan is alarming, the report said. Over 95 per cent of terrorist attacks recorded in 2024 were concentrated in KP and Balochistan. KP recorded the highest number of terrorist incidents in the country in 2024, with 295 attacks. Meanwhile, attacks by various Baloch insurgent groups, primarily the BLA and Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF), saw a staggering 119 per cent increase, accounting for 171 incidents in Balochistan. The report noted that after a gradual decline in terrorist violence since 2014-15, the trend began reversing following the Taliban’s 2021 takeover of Kabul. For the fourth consecutive year, the number of terrorist attacks in Pakistan increased in 2024. In 2024, as many as 358 personnel of security and law-enforcement agencies were martyred in terrorist attacks. In these attacks, 139 militants were also killed. Markedly, 2020 was the last year to witness a relative decline in terrorist violence in Pakistan, a trend that had been ongoing since 2014, following military operations in the erstwhile Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) and Karachi. The report also noted that while the banned TTP remained a key perpetrator of terrorist violence in KP, the Hafiz Gul Bahadur Group emerged as a significant threat in Bannu and parts of Waziristan. A case in point was the outfit’s November attack on the Mali Khel check post in Bannu, where 12 soldiers were martyred. Over the past year, the outfit has claimed responsibility for multiple attacks, including suicide bombings, in Bannu and Waziristan. Similarly, the Lashkar-e-Islam-TTP nexus in Khyber District has exacerbated the terrorism situation in the District. Compared to 15 in the previous year, 12 terrorist attacks occurred in Sindh, including 10 in Karachi and one each in Dadu and Larkana Districts. These attacks killed a total of 14 people and injured 28 others. Punjab experienced 11 terrorist attacks in 2024, a significant increase from six in the previous year. These attacks claimed six lives and left 12 people injured. Read less... |
| January - 1 | One person was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack on Oil and Gas Development Corporation Limited (OGDCL) Company’s vehicle in Killa Saifullah District of Balochistan on January 1, reports Dawn. Police officials said terrorists had Read more... One person was injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack on Oil and Gas Development Corporation Limited (OGDCL) Company’s vehicle in Killa Saifullah District of Balochistan on January 1, reports Dawn. Police officials said terrorists had planned to attack the camp of the Oil and Gas Development Corporation Limited (OGDCL) located on the outskirts of Killa Saifullah. The vehicle was targeted while entering the camp. An IED, detonated via a remote control, was used in the attack. “The driver received injuries in the blast while the pickup truck was completely destroyed,” an unnamed Police official said, adding that only the driver was present in the vehicle at the time of the attack. Read less... |
| January - 1 | Security Force (SF) personnel was killed and another personnel seriously injured when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded in Spinwam tehsil (revenue unit) of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 1, reports Dawn. The IE Read more... Security Force (SF) personnel was killed and another personnel seriously injured when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded in Spinwam tehsil (revenue unit) of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 1, reports Dawn. The IED explosion occurred when SF personnel were clearing the area for a convoy in Spinwam. As a result of the blast, Naik Habib was killed while Lance Naik Nisar was seriously injured. Read less... |
| January - 1 | The Defence Minister Khawaja Asif revealed on January 1 that Afghan Taliban had requested 10 billion Pakistani rupees ($35.93 million) to relocate members of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) from border areas to other parts of Afghanistan, report Read more... The Defence Minister Khawaja Asif revealed on January 1 that Afghan Taliban had requested 10 billion Pakistani rupees ($35.93 million) to relocate members of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) from border areas to other parts of Afghanistan, reports Amu TV. Speaking to Geo News, Khawaja Asif said that Pakistan agreed to the request on the condition that the Afghan Taliban provide guarantees ensuring the TTP fighters would not return to Pakistan. According to Khawaja Asif, the Afghan Taliban have yet to respond positively to this demand. “In this meeting, Mullah Yaqoob, Amir Khan Muttaqi, Sirajuddin Haqqani, and Mullah Shireen were present,” Asif said, referring to his Kabul visit in February 2023. “I told them that if the TTP is not stopped, we will have to take action, and they should not complain afterward. You say they will be moved to western provinces, but what guarantees are there that they won’t come back?” Read less... |
| January - 1 | The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Government said on January 1 that both warring Shia-Sunni tribes in Kurram Districts finally signed a peace agreement after more than three weeks of efforts to broker a ceasefire amid violence in the area, reports Dawn. Th Read more... The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Government said on January 1 that both warring Shia-Sunni tribes in Kurram Districts finally signed a peace agreement after more than three weeks of efforts to broker a ceasefire amid violence in the area, reports Dawn. The seven-page peace agreement has 14 points to which both parties assented along with the Grand Jirga members. The document stated that keeping in view the post-merger realities, members of the Kurram Peace Committee and both sides would be bound to uphold the Muree Agreement 2008 and all other agreements for the benefit of locals and establishment of peace. The agreement urged the authorities to take strict action against those trespassing on roads while village and peace committee would also cooperate with government and law enforcement agencies. The Grand Jirga was working towards a peace accord that would lead to the reopening of roads in restive Kurram. The efforts hit a snag on December 31, as two representatives from Lower Kurram were not available, delaying the solemnisation of an agreement between the warring sides. KP Government spokesperson Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif announced the development in a statement issued on January 1. He said that one of the warring parties had signed the document a few days ago while the other side signed it today. He said both sides agreed to surrender their weapons and demolish their bunkers. Barrister Saif said the peace agreement would usher the district in a “new era of peace and development”, adding that calm and security would soon be restored in the restive District. Read less... |
| January - 1 | The member of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Provincial Assembly (PA), Anwar Zaib Khan, who represents PK-20 constituency in Bajaur District, claimed on January 1 on the floor of the house that terrorists from Afghanistan had captured 15 security check post Read more... The member of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Provincial Assembly (PA), Anwar Zaib Khan, who represents PK-20 constituency in Bajaur District, claimed on January 1 on the floor of the house that terrorists from Afghanistan had captured 15 security check posts deep inside his area, reports Dawn. KP Police chief was hurriedly summoned to the provincial assembly for an in-camera briefing on the law and order situation. On a point of order during a session chaired by Speaker Babar Saleem Swati, the MPA Anwar Zaib Khan insisted that terrorists had made significant incursions into his PK-20 constituency. “Terrorists entered the area last Sunday in broad daylight and seized checkpoints before hoisting the flags of the Emirate-i-Islami Afghanistan and shouting slogans in its favour,” he said, adding that videos of the raid, recorded by terrorists, were circulating on social media. The MPA also said that the Banda Malasaid check posts, previously manned by SFs or jointly with local Police, were located in his constituency away from the Afghan border. He claimed that those posts were captured by around 400 militants, and questioned the effectiveness of the border fencing. He also claimed that terrorists had dug up bunkers in the seized area to fortify their position. “I’m just wondering how terrorists crossed the fenced border in such a large number,” he said. He said that SFs had asked people in the Banda Malasaid area, which fell in the constituency, to vacate houses so that a military operation could be launched to recapture those posts. He complained about recurring displacement of people from the tribal region due to military operations and said that residents could “no longer afford” relocation. “They have no option but to relocate,” he added. Read less... |
| January - 1 | Unidentified militants entered the house of a serving military soldier and blew up his room with explosives in Kachi Kamar area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 1, reports The Khorasan Diary. The family was moved out of the r Read more... Unidentified militants entered the house of a serving military soldier and blew up his room with explosives in Kachi Kamar area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 1, reports The Khorasan Diary. The family was moved out of the room, who are safe. It is pertinent to mention that this is the second incident of such type in the last 10 days. Read less... |
| January - 1 | According to the annual report of the Parbatya Chattogram Jana Samhati Samiti (PCJSS) issued on January 1, over 200 incidents of human rights violations were committed in 2024, in the Chattogram Hill Tracts (CHT) by Security Forces (SFs), Law Enforce Read more... According to the annual report of the Parbatya Chattogram Jana Samhati Samiti (PCJSS) issued on January 1, over 200 incidents of human rights violations were committed in 2024, in the Chattogram Hill Tracts (CHT) by Security Forces (SFs), Law Enforcement Agencies, communal and fundamentalist groups, Bangalee settlers, and land grabbers, reports The Daily Star. The report added that the incidents violated the human rights of 6,055 Jumma people, adding that 21 individuals were killed, and 119 houses and shops were set on fire or looted. Additionally, 2,314 acres of land were illegally occupied by external companies, influential individuals, and settlers. A total of 12 incidents of violence against Jumma women and children were committed in 2024 by settlers, affecting 16 Jumma women and children. The report highlighted that over 119 incidents of human rights violations were committed by SFs and law enforcement agencies, affecting at least 5,655 individuals, including 5,000 Bawm people, as well as 1,321 families, including at least 1,000 Bawm families, and residents of 94 villages, including 47 Bawm villages. Among the victims, 20 individuals, including 16 Bawm people, were killed. Additionally, 143 people were arrested and implicated in false cases, 28 individuals were detained, and 42 families faced obstacles and losses in Jhum farming and garden cultivation. Moreover, 242 families were impacted by damage caused by border connectivity roads. 25 incidents were committed in 2024, by settlers and land grabbers, resulting in 210 Jumma people becoming victims of human rights violations. Furthermore, 119 houses, shops, and Buddhist temples were set on fire and looted, and 2,314 acres of land were illegally occupied. Read less... |
| January - 1 | On January 1, Army Chief General Waker-uz-Zaman said that having learnt its lessons from the past, the army resolves to stay out of politics, reports The Daily Star. "Meddling in politics is harmful for the army. Such things have happened in the past Read more... On January 1, Army Chief General Waker-uz-Zaman said that having learnt its lessons from the past, the army resolves to stay out of politics, reports The Daily Star. "Meddling in politics is harmful for the army. Such things have happened in the past and we have learned from them”, said General Waker. He continued saying, "We wholeheartedly believe only politicians can replace politicians. The army can't be an alternative to politicians”. He reiterated the Army's full-fledged cooperation with the incumbent Government headed by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, saying, "We will assist the chief adviser in whichever manner he seeks our cooperation." He said he would not mind aiding the Government even if it inconvenienced the military and that the Army will do it in the interest of the country and nation. Read less... |
| January - 1 | On January 1, the Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council demanded the withdrawal of the new gazette of the 43rd Bangladesh Civil Services (BCS), published by the Ministry of Public Administration on December 30, alleging that it is discrim Read more... On January 1, the Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council demanded the withdrawal of the new gazette of the 43rd Bangladesh Civil Services (BCS), published by the Ministry of Public Administration on December 30, alleging that it is discriminatory, reports Prothom Alo. In the gazette, the names of 168 people included in the first phase for appointment as cadres in Government jobs were excluded. Of the 168 excluded, 71 are members of religious minority communities. The organisation alleged that the gazette goes against the aspirations of the anti-discrimination movement. In a press release, the organisation stated that publishing such a gazette reflects a low mentality of religious hatred, which is completely contrary to the aspirations of the recent student-public movement against discrimination. Read less... |
| January - 1 | During an interview on January 1, Fazal Ahmad Manawi, former justice minister and member of the National Resistance Front (NRF), said that Khalil Haqqani, former Taliban refugee minister, had indirect and continuous contacts with the NRF, reports Afg Read more... During an interview on January 1, Fazal Ahmad Manawi, former justice minister and member of the National Resistance Front (NRF), said that Khalil Haqqani, former Taliban refugee minister, had indirect and continuous contacts with the NRF, reports Afghanistan International. He added these contacts continued since the war in Panjshir Province until the suicide attack on Haqqani's life. However, he emphasised that Ahmad Massoud, the leader of the NRF, had no direct contact with Khalil Haqqani. Read less... |
| January - 1 | National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on ‘X’ that on January 1, they carried out a targeted operation against the district headquarters, killing one Taliban fighter and injuring two others in Chal District of Takhar Province. Read more... National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on ‘X’ that on January 1, they carried out a targeted operation against the district headquarters, killing one Taliban fighter and injuring two others in Chal District of Takhar Province. Read less... |
| January - 1 | On January 1, Iran executed three Afghan nationals without holding a last meeting with their families, reports Amu TV. According to Halvash, a human rights watchdog, Iran executed two individuals from Afghanistan along with one Pakistani (Baloch) nat Read more... On January 1, Iran executed three Afghan nationals without holding a last meeting with their families, reports Amu TV. According to Halvash, a human rights watchdog, Iran executed two individuals from Afghanistan along with one Pakistani (Baloch) national in Bandar Abbas prison. Another human rights watchdog, Henvaw, reported that an Afghan national identified as Ameen was sentenced to death three years ago on a murder charge. Read less... |
| January - 2 | Border Security Force (BSF) apprehended four Bangladeshi nationals, including a minor, during an attempted border crossing in Tripura across the Indo-Bangladesh border, India TodayNE reports on January 2. They were found carrying BDR 300 Bangladeshi Read more... Border Security Force (BSF) apprehended four Bangladeshi nationals, including a minor, during an attempted border crossing in Tripura across the Indo-Bangladesh border, India TodayNE reports on January 2. They were found carrying BDR 300 Bangladeshi at the time of arrest. Read less... |
| January - 2 | On January 2, Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that it recovered a packet of heroin weighing 512 grams in Bhagatana village in Gurdaspur District of Punjab. The consignment was reportedly dropped by a Pakistani drone. Read more... On January 2, Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that it recovered a packet of heroin weighing 512 grams in Bhagatana village in Gurdaspur District of Punjab. The consignment was reportedly dropped by a Pakistani drone. Read less... |
| January - 2 | On January 2, Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that it recovered a Pakistani drone, identified as a China-made DJI Mavic 3 Classic, from an undisclosed location in Punjab. Read more... On January 2, Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that it recovered a Pakistani drone, identified as a China-made DJI Mavic 3 Classic, from an undisclosed location in Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 2 | On January 2, Manipur Police arrested a cadre of Kangleipak Communist Party-People’s War Group (KCP-PWG), identified as Mayengbam Momocha Meitei (42), from Bijoypur Mathak Leikai in Kakching District of Manipur, reports India TodayNE. Read more... On January 2, Manipur Police arrested a cadre of Kangleipak Communist Party-People’s War Group (KCP-PWG), identified as Mayengbam Momocha Meitei (42), from Bijoypur Mathak Leikai in Kakching District of Manipur, reports India TodayNE. Read less... |
| January - 2 | On January 2, Police stated to have neutralised a Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) racket, with the arreste of five individuals, reports Hindustan Times. Amongst five, two individuals including a madrasa (Islamic Seminary) manager, identified as Muba Read more... On January 2, Police stated to have neutralised a Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) racket, with the arreste of five individuals, reports Hindustan Times. Amongst five, two individuals including a madrasa (Islamic Seminary) manager, identified as Mubarak Ali alias Noorie and his assistant Zameel Ahmad, were arrested from an unspecified location in Uttar Pradesh, operating out of Madrasa Fazr-ul-Nabi near Malhipur mosque in Shravasti District in Uttar Pradesh near Indo-Nepal border, reports Hindustan Times. The racket came to light after three individuals, Ram Sewak, Awadhesh Kumar Pandey, and Dharam Raj Shukla, were arrested (date not specified) near Bhesari Canal bridge under Hardatt Nagar Police Station limits. Shravasti Superintendent of Police (SP) Ghanshyam Chaurasiya stated that during the raid, FICN worth INR 35, 400 which included 26 FICN of INR 500, 100 FICN of INR 200, and 24 FICN of INR 100, along with laptops, a colour printer, multiple ink bottles, and paper used in the printing process, were seized. Police said that the racket’s mastermind, Mubarak Ali, learned the techniques for printing FICN through YouTube. Read less... |
| January - 2 | On January 2, Security Forces (SFs) recovered a pressure cooker-based Improvised Explosive Device (IED) from forest area of Angralla Bhalla in Mahore tehsil (revenue unit) in Reasi District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Read more... On January 2, Security Forces (SFs) recovered a pressure cooker-based Improvised Explosive Device (IED) from forest area of Angralla Bhalla in Mahore tehsil (revenue unit) in Reasi District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Read less... |
| January - 2 | On January 2, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) chargesheeted four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres for the abduction and brutal killing of a youth in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra, reports ANI. According to an NIA press Read more... On January 2, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) chargesheeted four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres for the abduction and brutal killing of a youth in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra, reports ANI. According to an NIA press release, the accused, identified as Doba Wadde, Ravi Pallo, Sattu Mahaka, and Komati Mahaka, have been charged with the abduction and murder of Dinesh Pusu Gawade in November 2023. "They had kidnapped and killed Gawade on suspicion of being a police informer and a member of RSS [Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh]," NIA said. In its chargesheet filed before the NIA Special Court, Mumbai, Maharashtra, in case RC-03/2024/NIA/MUM, the agency has stated that the accused were active members of CPI-Maoist and had committed the crime in furtherance of the outfit's conspiracy to spread terror in the minds of the local villagers. The case was initially registered at P.S. Dhodraj by Gadchiroli Police, which arrested the accused and seized a Bharmar gun, along with explosives and incriminating materials at their instance. Read less... |
| January - 2 | Search operations at Saiboh village in Churachandpur District of Manipur led to the recovery of a Self-Loading Rifle (SLR) with magazine, three country-made Single Barrel Breach Loading (SBBL) guns, two 9mm pistols with magazines, and multiple rounds Read more... Search operations at Saiboh village in Churachandpur District of Manipur led to the recovery of a Self-Loading Rifle (SLR) with magazine, three country-made Single Barrel Breach Loading (SBBL) guns, two 9mm pistols with magazines, and multiple rounds of live ammunition, India TodayNE reports on January 2. Read less... |
| January - 2 | A person, identified as Hammal Baloch was ‘enforced disappeared’ by Security Forces (SFs) in Gwadar town (Gwadar District) Balochistan on January 2, reports The Balochistan Post. Family members have expressed concern about his safety and have called Read more... A person, identified as Hammal Baloch was ‘enforced disappeared’ by Security Forces (SFs) in Gwadar town (Gwadar District) Balochistan on January 2, reports The Balochistan Post. Family members have expressed concern about his safety and have called for his immediate release. Read less... |
| January - 2 | On January 2, senior Police officials briefed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly members on the security situation, stating that while law and order were volatile across KP, militants were focusing on southern Districts like Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, Ban Read more... On January 2, senior Police officials briefed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly members on the security situation, stating that while law and order were volatile across KP, militants were focusing on southern Districts like Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, Bannu, and Lakki Marwat due to their proximity to Afghanistan and a ‘still intact’ network across the border, reports Dawn. The meeting, chaired by KP Assembly Speaker Babar Saleem Swati, was attended by lawmakers mostly from the merged Districts and parliamentary leaders of all political parties in the house. Read less... |
| January - 2 | While blaming predecessors for TTP resurgence, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on January 2, stated that critical decisions made "over a cup of tea" led to the entry of 35,000 to 40,000 Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) members into Pakistan, reports Amu T Read more... While blaming predecessors for TTP resurgence, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on January 2, stated that critical decisions made "over a cup of tea" led to the entry of 35,000 to 40,000 Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) members into Pakistan, reports Amu TV. In a briefing, Dar raised concerns over decisions made by previous Governments. He questioned how 40,000 to 45,000 members of the TTP were allowed to enter Pakistan and who facilitated their return. "Who opened the borders and freed TTP members over a cup of tea?" he asked, pointing to the impact of such policies on the nation’s security. He cited a visit by Faiz Hameed, the former chief of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), to Afghanistan shortly after the collapse of the Afghan Government in 2021 as a turning point. Read less... |
| January - 2 | According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), a suspected cadre of the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) was killed and several others injured, in a gunfire exchange with Bangladesh Army personnel in Naniarchar zone in Rangamati Dist Read more... According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), a suspected cadre of the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) was killed and several others injured, in a gunfire exchange with Bangladesh Army personnel in Naniarchar zone in Rangamati District of Chittagong Division on January 2, reports The Daily Star. During the search, Army recovered an M-16 assault rifle, two rounds of MG/sniper ammunition, 90 rounds of rifle ammunition, a walkie-talkie, 12 mobile phones, and other equipment. UPDF ‘spokesperson’ Angya Marma told that the person killed is not a cadre of the outfit and the name of the outfit is being falsely linked to incite internal conflict. Read less... |
| January - 2 | On January 2, Chittagong Metropolitan Sessions Judge Mohammed Saiful Islam rejected the bail plea of Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a former ISKCON leader, in a sedition case filed over disrespecting the national flag, reports The Daily Star. After Read more... On January 2, Chittagong Metropolitan Sessions Judge Mohammed Saiful Islam rejected the bail plea of Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a former ISKCON leader, in a sedition case filed over disrespecting the national flag, reports The Daily Star. After the hearing, Chinmoy's lawyer Apurba Kumar Bhattacharjee said that they plan to appeal to the High Court for his client's bail. Public Prosecutor Mofizul said, "Sedition is a non-bailable offence and it carries a punishment of life imprisonment. We told the court that the case is being investigated and no report has been submitted yet…We opposed the bail petition, presenting our points, and the court denied bail to Chinmoy after hearing our arguments." Read less... |
| January - 2 | On January 2, Rapid Action Battalion (RAB)-15 arrested a member of a drug trafficking gang, identified as Mohammed Shafiq Ullah (30), along with 100,000 yaba pills from a fishing boat at Majherpara beach area of Shahparir Island in Sabrang Union of T Read more... On January 2, Rapid Action Battalion (RAB)-15 arrested a member of a drug trafficking gang, identified as Mohammed Shafiq Ullah (30), along with 100,000 yaba pills from a fishing boat at Majherpara beach area of Shahparir Island in Sabrang Union of Teknaf Upazila (Sub-District) in Cox’s Bazar District of Chittagong Divison, reports Prothom Alo. During an interrogation, the accused revealed that along with his associates, he had been illegally selling Yaba to drug dealers in different parts of the country under the cover of a fishing engine-powered boat for a long time. Read less... |
| January - 2 | On January 2, Senior Joint Secretary General of Bangladesh National Party (BNP) Ruhul Kabir Rizvi said that the statement given by Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) amir (‘chief’) Shafiqur Rahman on December 23, 2024, on patriotism is “ridiculous”, reports The D Read more... On January 2, Senior Joint Secretary General of Bangladesh National Party (BNP) Ruhul Kabir Rizvi said that the statement given by Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) amir (‘chief’) Shafiqur Rahman on December 23, 2024, on patriotism is “ridiculous”, reports The Daily Star. He was referring to Rahman statement given on that day that there were only two tested patriotic forces in the country -- one is the Army and the other is JeI. He then raised questions about the role of the "Islamist party" during the 1971 Liberation War. He said, “I want to ask the Islamist party about its role in 1971. In which sector did you fight, under which sector commander? Claiming to be the only patriotic party will make people laugh." He also criticised the Government for not ensuring justice for BNP leaders and activists who were killed or disappeared. Read less... |
| January - 2 | O January 2, Taliban authorities imposed a night curfew, restricting night-time movement in Qadis District of Badghis Province, reports Amu TV. A letter instructed residents not to travel in villages or markets after 9 P.M. without a “legitimate reli Read more... O January 2, Taliban authorities imposed a night curfew, restricting night-time movement in Qadis District of Badghis Province, reports Amu TV. A letter instructed residents not to travel in villages or markets after 9 P.M. without a “legitimate religious excuse,” as directed by the Taliban district governor’s office, police command, and intelligence agency in the district. Taliban have not released details about the incident or identified the perpetrators. Read less... |
| January - 2 | On January 2, Taliban deputy spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat denied Pakistan’s claim that they requested PKR 10 billion (USD 35 million) to relocate Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) operatives, reports Amu TV. He called Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Read more... On January 2, Taliban deputy spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat denied Pakistan’s claim that they requested PKR 10 billion (USD 35 million) to relocate Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) operatives, reports Amu TV. He called Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif’s remarks "baseless" and stated that the Taliban had "neither discussed nor reached any agreement on this matter with Pakistani officials." Read less... |
| January - 2 | Taliban-run Supreme Court announced that on January 2, a man was publicly flogged with 39 lashes for selling alcohol and sentenced to one year and two months in prison in Baghlan Province, reports Amu TV. Read more... Taliban-run Supreme Court announced that on January 2, a man was publicly flogged with 39 lashes for selling alcohol and sentenced to one year and two months in prison in Baghlan Province, reports Amu TV. Read less... |
| January - 3 | A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was shot dead in a forest in Gariabandh District of Chhattisgarh in a joint inter-state operation launched by the Chhattisgarh and Odisha Police on January 3, reports The Times of India. Gariabandh Read more... A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was shot dead in a forest in Gariabandh District of Chhattisgarh in a joint inter-state operation launched by the Chhattisgarh and Odisha Police on January 3, reports The Times of India. Gariabandh Superintendent of Police (SP) Nikhil Rakhecha said at least one more Maoist has been killed, and details will be given out once the jawans (troopers) are back to their bases. "A joint team of some 300 troops from CRPF [Central Reserve Police Force], District Reserve Guards (DRG), Special Task Force (STF), and Odisha's Special Operation Group (SOG) of Nuapada set off from their camps on Thursday [January 2] night to launch a massive operation in Sornamal Forest. There were specific inputs about the presence of Maoists in the region, and the troops intercepted them," SP Rakhecha said. Officials said the body of a Maoist (identity yet to be ascertained) and automatic weapons have been recovered from the site of the encounter. Read less... |
| January - 3 | A late-night encounter took place between the Hawk Force of Madhya Pradesh and a group of armed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, during a search operation based on intelligence inputs, in the Dharamara Forest area in Lanji Tehsil Read more... A late-night encounter took place between the Hawk Force of Madhya Pradesh and a group of armed Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, during a search operation based on intelligence inputs, in the Dharamara Forest area in Lanji Tehsil (revenue unit) in Balaghat District on January 3, reports The Times of India. After a brief encounter, the Maoists managed to escape into the dense forest. No casualties were reported from either side in the firefight. The Hawk Force recovered items typically used by Maoists from the encounter site. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, Assam Police arrested four persons identified as Bitupan Gogoi alias Jayanta Asom, Bharat Hazari, Bolin Gogoi alias Dhon and Binod Paharia during an operation in Duliajan in Dibrugarh District of Assam, reports The Assam Tribune. One 7. Read more... On January 3, Assam Police arrested four persons identified as Bitupan Gogoi alias Jayanta Asom, Bharat Hazari, Bolin Gogoi alias Dhon and Binod Paharia during an operation in Duliajan in Dibrugarh District of Assam, reports The Assam Tribune. One 7.65 pistol, one live round of ammunition and an improvised explosive device (IED) were recovered from their possession. The arrested persons were involved in extortion activities in the disguise of United Liberation Front of Asom – Independent (ULFA-I). Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, Manipur Police reported on ‘X’ that one 7.62mm sniper rifle, one improvised long-range mortar (Pumpi), three 9mm pistols with three magazines, one 12 bore gun, one Single Barrel Breech Loading (SBBL) gun, 10 live rounds ammunition, thre Read more... On January 3, Manipur Police reported on ‘X’ that one 7.62mm sniper rifle, one improvised long-range mortar (Pumpi), three 9mm pistols with three magazines, one 12 bore gun, one Single Barrel Breech Loading (SBBL) gun, 10 live rounds ammunition, three 36 hand grenades, three picket grenades, two tear smoke grenades and one wireless set were recovered from Loibol Khunou in Kangpokpi District of Manipur. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that Pakistan will have to tackle the issue of terrorism before the two sides can move forward in areas such as trade and commerce, even as it highlighted the Read more... On January 3, Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that Pakistan will have to tackle the issue of terrorism before the two sides can move forward in areas such as trade and commerce, even as it highlighted the fallout of Islamabad’s long-standing policy of using terror as an instrument of state policy, reports Hindustan Times. He was responding to Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister (PM) Ishaq Dar’s remarks on January 2, 2025, about the need for joint efforts for the resumption of bilateral trade by pointing to New Delhi’s long-standing concerns about terrorism emanating from Pakistani soil. On the possible resumption of trade with India, Dar replied, “As far as India is concerned, it takes two to tango.” However, Jaiswal made it clear, “The relevant T-word is terrorism, not tango.” He was referring to India’s long-stated position that Pakistan will have to crack down on terrorism on its soil in order to take forward bilateral engagements in areas such as trade. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested Bachha Singh alias Bachha Babu Singh, a resident of Govindpur (B) in Bokaro District of Jharkhand, a key accused involved in collecting money to promote the ideology of a banned Communist Read more... On January 3, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested Bachha Singh alias Bachha Babu Singh, a resident of Govindpur (B) in Bokaro District of Jharkhand, a key accused involved in collecting money to promote the ideology of a banned Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) outfit in Jharkhand, reports NIA. "He was involved in the collection of money to promote the outfit's ideology and strengthen its activities in Jharkhand and other places,” the statement said. NIA, which took over the case from the Anandpur Police in Jharkhand in August 2023, found that Singh was the Secretary of Majdoor Sanghatan Samiti (MSS), a proscribed organisation in the Jharkhand state government. The case was originally registered by the local Police in July 2022 following the arrest of three CPI-Maoist cadres in the Chaibasa District of Jharkhand, when they were on their way to meet Misir Besra, a Polit Bureau member of CPI-Maoist, to deliver letters written by Maoists Lajim Ansari and Saurabh. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) attached the property belonging to Mohammad Akbar Dar, an associate of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist Uzair Khan in Halpora in Kokernag area in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), who h Read more... On January 3, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) attached the property belonging to Mohammad Akbar Dar, an associate of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist Uzair Khan in Halpora in Kokernag area in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), who had provided logistical support, shelter, food, and intelligence to Khan during the 2023 Kokernag encounter in which Uzair Khan was killed along with four security personnel, reports NIA. The encounter was earlier reported by SATP in September 2023. Dar was arrested on September 20, 2023, with 40 live rounds of AK-47 ammunition and other incriminating materials from his residence. He was charge-sheeted in March 2024 before the NIA special court in Jammu under Section 120-B of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Section 25 of the Arms Act, 1959, and Sections 18, 19, 38, and 39 of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), 1967, in case RC-04/2023/NIA/JMU. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a third supplementary charge sheet against Syed Saleem Jahangir Andrabi alias Saleem Andrabi, an associate of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), in a 2020 narco-terrorism cas Read more... On January 3, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a third supplementary charge sheet against Syed Saleem Jahangir Andrabi alias Saleem Andrabi, an associate of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), in a 2020 narco-terrorism case in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. The case is related to the seizure of 17 kilograms (kg) of heroin along with cash in the Jammu District of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K). Police had originally registered the case in June 2020 in Handwara town in Kupwara District. The NIA took over the case in June 2020 and arrested the accused in July 2024. NIA investigation revealed that Syed Saleem, was part of a conspiracy for procuring and selling narcotics drugs and generating funds in J&K and other parts of India. The funds generated in J&K and other parts of India through a network of Over Ground Workers (OGWs) were used for furtherance of terrorist activity in J&K. With this, a total of 16 accused have been charged in the case, which is still under investigation. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) tribunal upheld the Central Government's decision to extend the ban on Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), the pro-Khalistani terrorist organisation led by Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, as an unlawful org Read more... On January 3, the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) tribunal upheld the Central Government's decision to extend the ban on Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), the pro-Khalistani terrorist organisation led by Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, as an unlawful organisation for an additional five years, reports The Tribune. The tribunal, chaired by Justice Anoop Kumar Mendiratta of the Delhi High Court, delivered its verdict affirming the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) on July 8, 2024. It noted that the SFJ targeted critical infrastructure such as power plants and railways, campaigned to incite mutiny within the Army and attempted to disrupt national events, including the G20 Summit, noted as major security concerns. The tribunal noted SFJ's links to Khalistani terror groups such as Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), as well as its collaboration with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) to revive militancy in Punjab. It also highlighted evidence of SFJ's involvement in recruiting and radicalizing youth through social media, financing terrorism via smuggling networks to procure weapons and explosives, and issuing death threats to political figures, including the Prime Minister and the Home Minister. The Tribune adds on January 5, that SFJ unlawful activities grew significantly, with the number of First Information reports (FIRs) against it rising from 11 in 2019 to 122 by 2024. Read less... |
| January - 3 | At least three military personnel were kidnapped by unidentified militants who had set up a checkpoint and were offloading passengers in the jurisdiction of the Dhodiwala Police Station in Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports The Khor Read more... At least three military personnel were kidnapped by unidentified militants who had set up a checkpoint and were offloading passengers in the jurisdiction of the Dhodiwala Police Station in Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports The Khorasan Diary on January 3. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, a Police Station was targeted by a rocket attack claimed by Tehreek-e-Taliban (TTP) in the I-9 area of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), reports The Khorasan Diary. Later, police discovered a 'mini-rocket' which was termed as a cracker Read more... On January 3, a Police Station was targeted by a rocket attack claimed by Tehreek-e-Taliban (TTP) in the I-9 area of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), reports The Khorasan Diary. Later, police discovered a 'mini-rocket' which was termed as a cracker on the station's outer walls. Read less... |
| January - 3 | The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) stated in its annual report, titled Dhak – 2024, that it claimed out 302 attacks in 2024, including ten “special operations” and six “Fidayeen” (self-sacrifice) missions, resulting in the deaths of more than 545 “enem Read more... The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) stated in its annual report, titled Dhak – 2024, that it claimed out 302 attacks in 2024, including ten “special operations” and six “Fidayeen” (self-sacrifice) missions, resulting in the deaths of more than 545 “enemy army personnel” and injured at least 378 others, reports The Balochistan Post on January 3. The report claimed that 37 individuals accused of aiding state activities were neutralised, including those suspects sentenced to death by the “Baloch National Court”. The BLA further alleged that its fighters inflicted heavy material losses on Pakistani forces in 173 of the 302 operations. The Majeed Brigade conducted six operations, capturing several military installations in Bolan Kachhi District, Gwadar in Gwadar District, Turbat in Kech District, and Bela in Lasbela District of Balochistan. It reported that “Fidayeen” fighters targeted and occupied the Mach military headquarters during “Operation Darra-e-Bolan.” Under “Operation ZirPahazag,” the group claimed to have attacked and captured offices of Pakistani intelligence agencies in Gwadar and the Pakistani Naval Air Base in Turbat. During “Operation Herof,” it targeted and recovered the Bela headquarters. The report also claimed attacks on Chinese interests in Karachi and Pakistani army officers in Quetta. The BLA stated that its special squads—the Special Tactical Operations Squad (STOS) and Fateh Squad—carried out four operations in Quetta District, Kalat District, and Noshki District of Balochistan. These squads reportedly arrested Pakistani intelligence personnel in intelligence-based operations and captured multiple army camps in Kalat. The group also claimed to have set up 25 blockades on major highways, captured 15 camps belonging to what it described as “occupying forces,” and arrested 55 “agents” during the year. A large quantity of arms and ammunition was allegedly seized from Pakistani forces. The report further stated that 52 BLA fighters were “martyred” in 2024, including 37 members of the Majeed Brigade who participated in “Fidayeen” operations. Read less... |
| January - 3 | Two Baloch men, identified as Shakeel and Riaz, were ‘enforced disappeared’ from the Qadirabad area of Nushki District in Balochistan on January 3, reports The Balochistan Post. Both men were reportedly taken by Security Forces (SFs) in a joint opera Read more... Two Baloch men, identified as Shakeel and Riaz, were ‘enforced disappeared’ from the Qadirabad area of Nushki District in Balochistan on January 3, reports The Balochistan Post. Both men were reportedly taken by Security Forces (SFs) in a joint operation with intelligence personnel dressed in civilian clothing. The whereabouts of both the men remain unknown. Read less... |
| January - 3 | Two individuals, identified as Sakim and Inayatullah, were forcibly disappeared by Pakistani Security Forces (SFs) in the Kech District of Balochistan Province, reports The Balochistan Post on January 3. According to their family, the two were travel Read more... Two individuals, identified as Sakim and Inayatullah, were forcibly disappeared by Pakistani Security Forces (SFs) in the Kech District of Balochistan Province, reports The Balochistan Post on January 3. According to their family, the two were travelling from Turbat to Jamak in Balochistan when they were detained by security personnel and taken to an undisclosed location. Read less... |
| January - 3 | Unidentified gunmen shot dead a Policeman in the Daud Shah area of Bannu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports The Khorasan Diary on January 3. He was crucially injured and succumbed to injuries on his way to the hospital. Read more... Unidentified gunmen shot dead a Policeman in the Daud Shah area of Bannu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports The Khorasan Diary on January 3. He was crucially injured and succumbed to injuries on his way to the hospital. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, a Santhal woman, identified as Filimona Hasda (55), was assaulted and her house was torched over a land dispute between the Santals and Rajahar Union Parishad Chairman Rafiqul Islam, a former Bangladesh National Party (BNP) leader, at R Read more... On January 3, a Santhal woman, identified as Filimona Hasda (55), was assaulted and her house was torched over a land dispute between the Santals and Rajahar Union Parishad Chairman Rafiqul Islam, a former Bangladesh National Party (BNP) leader, at Rajabirat village in Gobindaganj Upazila (Sub-District) in Gaibandha District in Rangpur Division, reports The Daily Star. The son of the woman, identified as Julius Soren, filed a case against Rafiqul (45), his brother Mezbahul Islam (40) and four of the chairman's men on allegations of assaulting his mother on January 4, 2024. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, miscreants abducted a Hindu businessman, identified as Shibu Banik (65), from a shop at gunpoint in Merchantpatti area of Kalaiya Bandar at Bauphal Upazila (Sub-District) in Patuakhali District of Barisal Division, reports Prothom Alo. Read more... On January 3, miscreants abducted a Hindu businessman, identified as Shibu Banik (65), from a shop at gunpoint in Merchantpatti area of Kalaiya Bandar at Bauphal Upazila (Sub-District) in Patuakhali District of Barisal Division, reports Prothom Alo. The miscreants tied up two shop employees, identified as Shankar (34) and Tapas (35), and looted more than five lakh taka from the shop. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, residents of Ukhiya Upazila (Sub-District) in Cox's Bazar District of Chittagong Division, placed a seven-point demand, including swift repatriation of Rohingyas through diplomatic efforts, preventing their free movement outside camps, Read more... On January 3, residents of Ukhiya Upazila (Sub-District) in Cox's Bazar District of Chittagong Division, placed a seven-point demand, including swift repatriation of Rohingyas through diplomatic efforts, preventing their free movement outside camps, and stopping further border infiltration, reports The Business Standard. The demands were placed at a human chain organised by the "Palongkhali Rights Implementation Committee". They also called for ensuring the safety of local residents, giving priority to locals (at least 50 per cent) in camp management and job opportunities, and preventing Rohingyas from renting houses outside the camp. Additionally, the locals demand the formation of a monitoring cell involving the Office of the Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner (RRRC), District administration, and local representatives to ensure transparency in the recruitment process for camp jobs. Demanding the implementation of the seven-point demand, Sarwar Jahan Chowdhury, former chairman of Ukhiya Upazila Parishad and convener of the upazila Bangladesh National Party (BNP) said, "Locals are suffering from various hardships and discrimination due to sheltering the Rohingyas.. Therefore, locals should be given priority in employment in domestic and foreign organisations”. Sarwar warned that there is a risk of infiltration by Rohingyas as well as members of terrorist groups if the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and other relevant authorities do not maintain strict surveillance at the border. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, Shafiqur Rahman, the amir (‘chief’) of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) said that Awami League should not be allowed to participate in the upcoming elections as it does not believe in such democratic practices, reports The Daily Star. Shafiqur sai Read more... On January 3, Shafiqur Rahman, the amir (‘chief’) of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) said that Awami League should not be allowed to participate in the upcoming elections as it does not believe in such democratic practices, reports The Daily Star. Shafiqur said elections are for those who respect and love the country and its people. He added, “Polls are not meant for the people who do not believe these. They wreaked havoc on the country while in power illegally through three [staged] elections. How can those, who do not believe in elections, expect to take part in polls?” He said, "In this election, the people will choose whom they love, whom they can trust”. Shafiqur urged the interim government to hold a fair election after carrying out urgent reforms. He further said that political leaders who have held power since the country's independence have betrayed the people's trust to varying degrees. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that Army discovered two camps of the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) in the Bandookbhanga Range in Rangamati District of Chittagong Division, reports Prothom Alo. The ISPR said th Read more... On January 3, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that Army discovered two camps of the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) in the Bandookbhanga Range in Rangamati District of Chittagong Division, reports Prothom Alo. The ISPR said that during the ongoing special operation conducted by the Rangamati Region of the Army, two training camps were found on the tops of hills in Paglichhari and Yamchuk areas during a search operation at the Bandookbhanga Range. Due to the special operation conducted by the army, the UPDF terrorists fled, leaving the two camps abandoned. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, the Jagannath University (JnU) unit of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) announced its new committee for 2025, electing Mohammad Asadul Islam as the president while Riazul Islam and Mohammad Abdul Alim Arif were elected as secretary and organ Read more... On January 3, the Jagannath University (JnU) unit of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) announced its new committee for 2025, electing Mohammad Asadul Islam as the president while Riazul Islam and Mohammad Abdul Alim Arif were elected as secretary and organisational Secretary, reports The Daily Star. The newly elected secretary, Riazul Islam, stated, "The responsibility of the Islamic movement is a very difficult task. We will undoubtedly be held accountable for this responsibility before Allah. I seek the prayers of all our fellow workers so that Allah makes this difficult task easier for us and grants us the opportunity to serve the Islamic movement." Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, Abdul Kabir, the Taliban's deputy prime minister for political affairs, said in Kabul that the group's political relations with Tajikistan are improving compared to the past, reports Afghanistan International. He added that the Afghan e Read more... On January 3, Abdul Kabir, the Taliban's deputy prime minister for political affairs, said in Kabul that the group's political relations with Tajikistan are improving compared to the past, reports Afghanistan International. He added that the Afghan embassy in Dushanbe is not yet under their control, but the Sher Khan port is open to traders from both countries. Read less... |
| January - 3 | On January 3, Mustaghfir Gurbaz, a spokesperson for the Taliban governor in Khost Province, said the Pakistani military fired mortars into three border villages in the area, reports Amu TV. Further, Gulraz said that the Taliban responded “intensely” Read more... On January 3, Mustaghfir Gurbaz, a spokesperson for the Taliban governor in Khost Province, said the Pakistani military fired mortars into three border villages in the area, reports Amu TV. Further, Gulraz said that the Taliban responded “intensely” to the attacks. However, he did not provide any details about casualties or damage, and Pakistani authorities have yet to comment. Read less... |
| January - 3 | Taliban supreme leader Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada with Taliban Minister for the Ministry of Promotion of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice (MPVPV), Khalid Hanafi and provincial MPVPV chiefs, outlined the role of the morality police, or PVPV enforce Read more... Taliban supreme leader Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada with Taliban Minister for the Ministry of Promotion of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice (MPVPV), Khalid Hanafi and provincial MPVPV chiefs, outlined the role of the morality police, or PVPV enforcers, as “reformers of society” responsible for fostering a “healthy community” through youth guidance and the enforcement of Islamic principles in a two-day meeting in Kandahar Province, Amu TV reports on January 3. He said “The mohtasibs [PVPV enforcers or morality police] have the responsibility of reforming the people and the younger generation…Promoting virtue and preventing vice is one of the main goals of an Islamic system, and its implementation ensures the stability and strength of such a system.” Speaking at the same gathering, Khalid Hanafi said, “A mohtasib must embody knowledge, sincerity, piety, justice, and composure,” he said. “The ministry plays a vital role in strengthening the connection between the people and the government, and our efforts to protect the rights of the people will continue.” Read less... |
| January - 4 | On January 4, National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested a Popular Front of India (PFI) operative, identified as Mohammad Sajjad Alam, who is the 18th accused arrested in Phulwarisharif PFI case of Patna (Bihar), from Indira Gandhi International (I Read more... On January 4, National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested a Popular Front of India (PFI) operative, identified as Mohammad Sajjad Alam, who is the 18th accused arrested in Phulwarisharif PFI case of Patna (Bihar), from Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport at Palam in Dwarka in South West Delhi of Delhi, reports NIA. He was arrested on his arrival from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). As per NIA investigations, the accused was involved in channelising illegal funds from Dubai to PFI cadres in Bihar through a UAE, Karnataka and Kerala based syndicate. The funds were used for promoting PFI’s criminal and unlawful activities. The case was initially registered by Phulwarisharif Police in July 2022 in relation to PFI cadres’ involvement in unlawful and anti-national activities. The cadres had conspired to create an atmosphere of terror and spread religious enmity between members of different religions and groups. They aimed at disrupting public tranquility and causing disaffection against India, with activities and use of criminal force to advance PFI ideology of establishing Islamic rule as given in their ‘vision document’, “India 2047 Towards Rule of Islam in India, Internal Document: Not for circulation”. Earlier, NIA had arrested and charge-sheeted 17 accused in the case. Read less... |
| January - 4 | On January 4, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that it recovered a kit bag containing 2.120 kilograms of heroin and 40 live 9mm rounds of ammunition from a farming field during a search operation in Ballarhwal village in Amritsar District Read more... On January 4, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that it recovered a kit bag containing 2.120 kilograms of heroin and 40 live 9mm rounds of ammunition from a farming field during a search operation in Ballarhwal village in Amritsar District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 4 | On January 4, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that it recovered two drones, including a Pakistani drone and a DJI AIR 3S drone along with 550 grams of heroin attached in Ghaniake bet village in Gurdaspur District of Punjab. Read more... On January 4, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that it recovered two drones, including a Pakistani drone and a DJI AIR 3S drone along with 550 grams of heroin attached in Ghaniake bet village in Gurdaspur District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 4 | On January 4, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted a search operation at eight multiple locations in the Bokaro District of Jharkhand in connection with the February 2024 attack on Security Forces (SFs) by cadres of the Communist Party o Read more... On January 4, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted a search operation at eight multiple locations in the Bokaro District of Jharkhand in connection with the February 2024 attack on Security Forces (SFs) by cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), a terrorist organisation, reports NIA. NIA recovered digit devices such as laptops, mobile phones and memory cards, along with SIM cards, pocket diaries and incriminating documents. The suspects used to provide logistical support and facilitate extortion of ‘levy’ money, as per NIA investigation. The case RC-01/2024/NIA-RNC related to the unlawful activities of the leader/cadres of CPI-Maoist and the attack unleashed by the outfit on SFs in the forest area under Chatro-Chatti Police Station in Bokaro District. On the day of the incidents, ‘commanders’ of the banned organisation camped in the forest area (Sundaro Pahari) along with 15-20 Naxal [Left Wing Extremist, LWE] cadres to conspire to commit crimes, recruit youth collect ‘levies’, and attack SFs. The NIA took over the investigation and re-registered the case in June 2024. Read less... |
| January - 4 | The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at nine locations in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on January 4, targeting overground workers (OGWs) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), reports The Times of India. Th Read more... The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at nine locations in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on January 4, targeting overground workers (OGWs) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), reports The Times of India. The raids led to the seizure of mobile phones, memory cards, SIM cards, and other incriminating materials. The investigation stems from an earlier recovery of INR 105,000 lakh cash and various items belonging to Maoist ‘politburo’ member Misir Besra. The recovered items, found buried between Husipi and Rajabhasa villages, included a walkie-talkie, a tablet, a power bank, a radio set, a ‘levy’ (extortion money) collection receipt, gelatin sticks, and other materials. Read less... |
| January - 4 | A clean-up operation was launched in the mountainous terrain of Banda Daud Shah in Karak District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 4 to flush out terrorists and eliminate their hideouts, reports Dawn. “Commanded by district police officer Shahbaz Ela Read more... A clean-up operation was launched in the mountainous terrain of Banda Daud Shah in Karak District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 4 to flush out terrorists and eliminate their hideouts, reports Dawn. “Commanded by district police officer Shahbaz Elahi, a large police contingent assisted by the commandos of Counter-Terrorism Department took part in the daylong offensive,” an unnamed official said. He said that the Policemen equipped with modern gadgets and armed with light, heavy and thermal weapons raided suspected hideouts of criminals and anti-social elements in the mountainous areas near Ali Khankhel and Jata Ismailkhel localities. Several hideouts of miscreants were destroyed, but he did not disclose the details about any arrests. Read less... |
| January - 4 | A team of the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) arrested two terrorists from Al Manzor recreational spot in Jamshoro District of Sindh on January 4 and recovered grenades and weapons from their possession, reports Urdu Point. An unnamed official of Read more... A team of the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) arrested two terrorists from Al Manzor recreational spot in Jamshoro District of Sindh on January 4 and recovered grenades and weapons from their possession, reports Urdu Point. An unnamed official of the CTD informed that the terrorists Athar Panhwar and Muhammad Peeral Korejo were later booked in three separate FIRs on the state complaint at CTD police station in Hyderabad. The official claimed both the terrorists wanted to target vehicles of Rangers but thanks to the timely intelligence information they were arrested. He said that the terrorists were associated with Sindhudesh Liberation Army (SLA) and Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM). Two hand grenades, a Kalashnikov, 2 pistols, bullets and gloves besides PKR 25,000 cash were recovered from their possession. Read less... |
| January - 4 | The death toll in suicide attack on Frontier Corps (FC) convoy in New Behman area on the outskirts of Turbat town in Kech District of Balochistan on January 4 increased to 11, The Balochistan Post reported on January 5. Earlier, SATP quoting media so Read more... The death toll in suicide attack on Frontier Corps (FC) convoy in New Behman area on the outskirts of Turbat town in Kech District of Balochistan on January 4 increased to 11, The Balochistan Post reported on January 5. Earlier, SATP quoting media sources report six persons including five Frontier Corps (FC) personnel were killed and 56 others sustained injuries. Norway-based Baloch journalist Kiyya Baloch quoted a Kech security official who said the convoy consisted of seven buses and six escort vehicles. The official said that 53 people were on the targeted bus, mostly FC personnel, and that two FC vehicles were also damaged. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) said on January 5 that its “Fidayee unit” Majeed Brigade carried out a suicide attack, claiming that 47 personnel were killed and more than 30 other personnel sustained injuries. In a media statement, Jeeyand Baloch said the attack took place in the Behman area, about eight kilometers from Turbat city, at around 5:45 p.m. He said the target was a convoy of 13 vehicles, including five buses and seven military vehicles, traveling from Karachi to the Frontier Corps (FC) headquarters in Turbat. The convoy included personnel from MI 309, FC SIU, FC 117 Wing, FC 326 Wing, FC 81 Wing, and retired Army Captain Zohaib Mohsin, now serving as Turbat Senior Superintendent of Police (serious crimes) Zohaib Mohsin. The BLA alleged that one bus was “completely destroyed,” others were partially disabled, and one military vehicle was demolished in the blast, which it claimed was coordinated with help from its intelligence wing, “ZIRAB.” The suicide attacker was identified as “Fidayee Sangat Bahar Ali,” from Qohda Murad Muhammad Bazar in the Dasht Hochat area of Turbat. The BLA said he joined the Baloch national movement in 2017, served on both urban and mountain fronts, and volunteered for the Majeed Brigade’s “Fidayee” mission in 2022. In the aftermath of the attack, the BLA accused Pakistani forces of “torturing innocent Baloch people, opening fire, and forcibly disappearing many individuals.” “ZIRAB had provided authentic information that an enemy convoy was leaving Karachi for Turbat and included important troops of the occupying army,” the statement said adding that “the success of this mission reflects the excellent performance of our intelligence and the unparalleled sacrifice of the Fidayee Sangat. This attack is a clear message that the land of Balochistan will never be safe for the occupying state.” The BLA warned transport owners not to facilitate what it calls the “occupying army,” threatening to burn vehicles involved in resource extraction. It further stated that Balochistan’s highways would be “made unsafe” for the army, state agents, and investors, based on intelligence from “ZIRAB,” and cautioned civilians to avoid state convoys. The BLA statement said, “Our land will always remain insecure for the occupying state, and we will not step down from our struggle until we achieve liberation.” Read less... |
| January - 4 | The Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Kurram District, Javed Allah Mehsud, and two Security Forces (SFs) personnel sustained injuries when unidentified assailants opened fire on Government vehicles on the Thall-Parachinar-Sadaa Highway in the Baggan area o Read more... The Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Kurram District, Javed Allah Mehsud, and two Security Forces (SFs) personnel sustained injuries when unidentified assailants opened fire on Government vehicles on the Thall-Parachinar-Sadaa Highway in the Baggan area of Kurram District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 4, reports The Express Tribune. While attempting to negotiate with protesters unwilling to clear a blocked road, the DC was attacked with three bullets fired at him and three protesters were also injured in Kojalai Baba village, adds The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 4 | On January 4, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) arrested a Myanmar national, identified as Abdur Shukkur (21), along with 2,30,000 Yaba pills, from Beribandh area of Jelepara in Hnila Union of Teknaf Upazila (Sub- District) in Cox's Bazar District of Chi Read more... On January 4, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) arrested a Myanmar national, identified as Abdur Shukkur (21), along with 2,30,000 Yaba pills, from Beribandh area of Jelepara in Hnila Union of Teknaf Upazila (Sub- District) in Cox's Bazar District of Chittagong Division, reports Prothom Alo. Lieutenant Colonel Ashikur Rahman said that during interrogation, Abdur Shukkur said that he has been smuggling Yaba consignments from Myanmar to Bangladesh for a long time. Read less... |
| January - 4 | On January 4, the house of Hindu community belonging to Pashupati Debnath and Bishwanath Debnath was robbed taking goods and a cash of BDT 12,00,000, from Barbhag village at Dhalgram union in Bagharpara Upazila (Sub-District) in Jessore District of K Read more... On January 4, the house of Hindu community belonging to Pashupati Debnath and Bishwanath Debnath was robbed taking goods and a cash of BDT 12,00,000, from Barbhag village at Dhalgram union in Bagharpara Upazila (Sub-District) in Jessore District of Khulna Division, reports The Daily Star. Abdul Alim, officer-in-charge (OC) of Bagharpara Police Station said that around seven to eight robbers dressed in police uniforms, with one carrying a pistol and a walkie-talkie, were involved in the incident, according to the victims. Read less... |
| January - 4 | Ali Maisam Nazary, head of foreign relations for the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan (NRF), claimed that Ansarullah aims to overthrow Tajikistan's government using the flag of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) while being loyal to t Read more... Ali Maisam Nazary, head of foreign relations for the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan (NRF), claimed that Ansarullah aims to overthrow Tajikistan's government using the flag of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) while being loyal to the Taliban and al-Qaeda, reports Afghanistan International on January 4. He added that the fight against terrorism in Afghanistan requires a united stance because "ISIS, the Taliban, and al-Qaeda" are two sides of the same coin and the international community, especially the United States, should know that Afghanistan under the "occupation of the Taliban" is still a hotbed of terrorism. Read less... |
| January - 4 | On January 4, Nader Yar Ahmadi, head of the Center for Foreign Nationals and Migrants Affairs at Iran’s Interior Ministry, stated that Iran has deported nearly three million Afghan migrants over the past three years, addressing the challenges faced b Read more... On January 4, Nader Yar Ahmadi, head of the Center for Foreign Nationals and Migrants Affairs at Iran’s Interior Ministry, stated that Iran has deported nearly three million Afghan migrants over the past three years, addressing the challenges faced by both countries amid migration waves due to instability in Afghanistan., reports Amu TV. Nader Yar Ahmadi added, “The legal residents among these migrants hold identification cards issued by service-providing agencies and receive various services,” noting that approximately 700 Afghan professionals, including medical doctors, are employed in Iranian hospitals. Read less... |
| January - 4 | On January 4, the Taliban Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced the activation of the Konkurs and Milan (9M135) guided missile system in Afghanistan, revealing that 13 personnel have been trained to operate the system, which can target armoured tanks, Read more... On January 4, the Taliban Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced the activation of the Konkurs and Milan (9M135) guided missile system in Afghanistan, revealing that 13 personnel have been trained to operate the system, which can target armoured tanks, naval warships, and low-flying helicopters, reports Afghanistan International. Read less... |
| January - 5 | During a search operation conducted by the joint action of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Special Task Force (STF), and district Police Force against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Police arrested wanted Maoist, identified as Madhukoda Read more... During a search operation conducted by the joint action of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Special Task Force (STF), and district Police Force against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Police arrested wanted Maoist, identified as Madhukoda alias Chhotelal Koda, from Barmasiya Forest under Banubaghicha Police Station limits in Lakhisarai District of Bihar on January 5, reports prabhatkhabar.com. Madhukoda has charges against him like clashing with the Police in Kajra and Piribazar Police Station areas, demanding ‘levy’ (extortion money) from labourers, and setting vehicles on fire. Read less... |
| January - 5 | Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in uniform and one Security Force (SF) personnel were killed during an encounter in the Abujhmad area in Narayanpur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 5 (today), reports Read more... Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in uniform and one Security Force (SF) personnel were killed during an encounter in the Abujhmad area in Narayanpur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 5 (today), reports The New Indian Express. “Based on specific inputs about the presence of Maoists in the Abujhmad (meaning unfamiliar land) region, a joint team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) personnel from four Maoist-affected districts of Bastar division along with the Special Task Force (STF) left on the search operation on Saturday [January 4]. In the ongoing encounter, bodies of four Maoists so far recovered from the spot. A head constable Sannu Karam of Dantewada DRG was martyred. The exchange of fire was still ongoing at the time of the report, and additional details are awaited,” said a Police officer in Bastar. SFs recovered automatic weapons, including an AK-47 rifle and a Self-Loading Rifle (SLR), from the encounter site.The number of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) in the Abujhmad area in Narayanpur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 5 has gone up to five with the recovery of one more body, reports The New Indian Express. The identity of the killed Maoists was yet to be ascertained. As per preliminary information, senior cadres of the PLGA (People's Liberation Guerrilla Army) platoon number 32 of the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC) of Maoists are among the deceased, an official said. Earlier, SATP had reported that four CPI-Maoist cadres in uniform and one SF personnel were killed during an encounter in the Abujhmad area in Narayanpur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 5. Read less... |
| January - 5 | On January 5, a joint team of Assam Rifles and Manipur Police arrested a suspected Over Ground Worker (OGW) of the Pambei-led United National Liberation Front (UNLF-P) from Khomidok area of Keirang in Imphal East District, reports Northeast Now. He w Read more... On January 5, a joint team of Assam Rifles and Manipur Police arrested a suspected Over Ground Worker (OGW) of the Pambei-led United National Liberation Front (UNLF-P) from Khomidok area of Keirang in Imphal East District, reports Northeast Now. He was involved in extortion, vehicle hijacking and intimidation activities. Read less... |
| January - 5 | On January 5, Manipur Police arrested a suspected cadre of Kangleipak Communist Party - Peoples’ War Group (KCP-PWG) identified as Thounaojam Johnson Singh alias Nanao (42) in the Wabagai area in Kakching District of Manipur, reports Northeast Now. H Read more... On January 5, Manipur Police arrested a suspected cadre of Kangleipak Communist Party - Peoples’ War Group (KCP-PWG) identified as Thounaojam Johnson Singh alias Nanao (42) in the Wabagai area in Kakching District of Manipur, reports Northeast Now. He was involved in extortion activities. Read less... |
| January - 5 | On January 5, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that in collaboration with Police, 632 grams of heroin were recovered from Dal village in Tarn Taran District of Punjab. Read more... On January 5, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that in collaboration with Police, 632 grams of heroin were recovered from Dal village in Tarn Taran District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 5 | On January 5, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone in Ballaharwal village in Amritsar District of Punjab. Read more... On January 5, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone in Ballaharwal village in Amritsar District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 5 | On January 5, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a Pakistani drone, identified as DJI Mavic 3 Classic and 562 grams of Heroin in Dal village in Tarn Taran District of Punjab. Read more... On January 5, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a Pakistani drone, identified as DJI Mavic 3 Classic and 562 grams of Heroin in Dal village in Tarn Taran District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 5 | The Central Intelligence Agencies alerted the West Bengal Government of possible illegal infiltration by Bangladeshis using the coastal borders to take advantage of massive gathering at Sagar Island in South 24 Parganas District of West Bengal, on th Read more... The Central Intelligence Agencies alerted the West Bengal Government of possible illegal infiltration by Bangladeshis using the coastal borders to take advantage of massive gathering at Sagar Island in South 24 Parganas District of West Bengal, on the occasion of Gangasagar Mela, reports daijiworld on January 5. Following the alert, the Sundarbans District Police, under whose jurisdiction Sagar Islands comes, had decided to ensure absolute security at the coastal entry points to the Gangasagar Mela Venue. "The two coastal entry points to Sagar Islands are Lot Number 8 of Kakdwip and Namkhana Chemaguri. A total of 13,000 police personnel will be deployed for Gangasagar Mela. Now after the central intelligence agency input, we have decided to give special security focus on these two coastal entry points to Sagar Islands,” said an unnamed Police Official. Read less... |
| January - 5 | The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested a man suspected to be involved in Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) activities from Prayagraj District on January 5, reports The Times of India. The suspect, identified as Manish Srivas Read more... The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested a man suspected to be involved in Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) activities from Prayagraj District on January 5, reports The Times of India. The suspect, identified as Manish Srivastava (50), was taken into ATS custody in connection with a case of supporting Maoist activities and setting up a Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] movement in the state. The case, registered on July 5, 2019, under Sections 121A and 120 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), involved raids conducted by the ATS in four cities: Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Kanpur, Deoria, and Kushinagar. During these operations, electronic devices and documents were seized from the accused. Read less... |
| January - 5 | As many as 110 terrorists were killed while 57 others were arrested in different operations conducted by the Dera Ismail Khan region Police and other Security Forces (SFs) during last year of 2024, Urdu Point reported on January 5. It was stated by D Read more... As many as 110 terrorists were killed while 57 others were arrested in different operations conducted by the Dera Ismail Khan region Police and other Security Forces (SFs) during last year of 2024, Urdu Point reported on January 5. It was stated by Dera Ismail Khan Range Police spokesman Waheed Ashar while sharing the annual performance report. He informed that 39 Policemen were killed and 54 others got injured during these operations. In 2024, he informed, a total of 10,641 First Information Reports (FIRs) were registered for various crimes, leading to the arrest of 10,443 suspects. The Police also recovered about 1470 illegal weapons and 47273 cartridges of different bores from the arrested accused. Under the campaign against the menace of drugs, the Police also recovered 593 kilograms of hashish, 86 kilograms of heroin, 145 kilograms Ice, 2.5 kilograms of opium, two kilograms of marijuana and 360 bottles of alcohol. Under the National Action Plan (NAP), 909 search and strike operations were conducted to maintain public peace and order. These operations resulted in the arrest of 6,111 suspects and the recovery of 647 weapons of various calibres and 13,351 rounds of ammunition. Additionally, 17,459 snap checkpoints were set up, where 34,032 suspects were apprehended, and 694 weapons along with 30,364 cartridges were seized. Over the last year, 894 proclaimed offenders were also arrested, the spokesman informed. Read less... |
| January - 5 | Pakistan is grappling with what it calls a “new war on terrorism” and paying the cost of its “sacrifices” for the Afghan people, Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal said on January 5 during a speech in Lahore, reports Amu TV. Speaking at an eve Read more... Pakistan is grappling with what it calls a “new war on terrorism” and paying the cost of its “sacrifices” for the Afghan people, Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal said on January 5 during a speech in Lahore, reports Amu TV. Speaking at an event at the National College of Arts, Ahsan Iqbal urged the Taliban to ensure that Afghanistan’s territory is not used for attacks on Pakistan. “The government of Pakistan has consistently conveyed to the Afghan administration to prevent the use of Afghan soil for terrorist activities against our country,” he said. He emphasized Pakistan’s efforts to support Afghanistan over the years, noting, “Our people have made significant sacrifices for Afghanistan, but we are now facing the repercussions of those actions.” Ahsan Iqbal expressed hope that the Taliban would take steps to prevent militant groups from using Afghan territory to launch attacks on Pakistan. He highlighted Pakistan’s commitment to fighting terrorism, stating, “Sincere efforts and mutual dialogue always yield positive results.” Read less... |
| January - 5 | The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police's Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) conducted 52 intelligence-based operations, 141 search operations, and blocked 565 social media accounts promoting linguistic, sectarian, and religious extremist conten Read more... The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police's Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) conducted 52 intelligence-based operations, 141 search operations, and blocked 565 social media accounts promoting linguistic, sectarian, and religious extremist content in 2024, Urdu Point reported on January 5. CTD conducted 52 intelligence-based operations and arrested 46 accused in 2024. During these operations, 1,480 grams of explosives, 10 detonators, and 10 feet of safety fuse wire, two meters of prima cord, eight grenades, mortar shells, IEDs, one space mine, 2,640 grams of ball bearings, nuts, bolts, five pistols, and a Kalashnikov with ammunition were recovered. Similarly, during search and combing operations, 9,378 houses were searched, details of 12,427 persons were checked, and 4,966 vehicles and motorcycles were inspected. As a result, 201 motorcycles and 17 vehicles were transferred to different Police stations for legal action. Additionally, Police teams also recovered 1,593 rounds of ammunition, 139 magazines, and 3,200 grams of hashish, 3,865 grams of heroin, 710 grams of ice, 3,950 grams of marijuana, and 202 bottles of liquor. CTD sent 2,161 social media reports to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) for legal action against accounts involved in promoting linguistic, sectarian and religious extremist content. As a result, 565 accounts were blocked. In 2024, CTD compiled a record of more than 12,400 Afghan citizens living in the Federal capital, while 92 illegal Afghan citizens were deported. Read less... |
| January - 5 | Two Baloch youth, identified as Ashref, son of Bhora Khan Bugti, and Pato Khan, son of Siraj Bugti, were reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ Security Forces (SFs) in the Sui area of Dera Bugti District in Balochistan on January 5, reports The Balochist Read more... Two Baloch youth, identified as Ashref, son of Bhora Khan Bugti, and Pato Khan, son of Siraj Bugti, were reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ Security Forces (SFs) in the Sui area of Dera Bugti District in Balochistan on January 5, reports The Balochistan Post. Their current whereabouts remained unknown. Read less... |
| January - 5 | On January 5, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) arrested 36 Rohingyas who entered Bangladesh from Maungdaw Township in Myanmar's Rakhine State in a motorized wooden boat, at Sabrang-Munder Dale Ghat area in Teknaf in Cox's Bazar District of Chittagong Di Read more... On January 5, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) arrested 36 Rohingyas who entered Bangladesh from Maungdaw Township in Myanmar's Rakhine State in a motorized wooden boat, at Sabrang-Munder Dale Ghat area in Teknaf in Cox's Bazar District of Chittagong Division, reports Prothom Alo. Sabrang Union Parishad (UP) member Mohammad Selim said that the detained Rohingyas include 21 men, 10 children and five women. BGB said that they were trying to infiltrate Bangladesh by boat to save their lives from the clutches of armed groups. Read less... |
| January - 5 | On January 5, Facebook page of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), the student wing of the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), announced that a new committee was formed for the 2025 year of the Islamic University (EB) branch of ICS, with Mahmudul Hasan elected as presid Read more... On January 5, Facebook page of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), the student wing of the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), announced that a new committee was formed for the 2025 year of the Islamic University (EB) branch of ICS, with Mahmudul Hasan elected as president and Yusub Ali as general secretary, reports Prothom Alo. It said that the election was held at a member rally in an auditorium next to the university where members of the Central Executive Council led by Central Secretary General Nurul Islam were present. Read less... |
| January - 5 | On January 5, Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), the student wing of the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), formed a new committee for a one-year term for the Chittagong Metropolitan North and South branches, reports Prothom Alo. Tanjir Hossain and Mominul Haque were Read more... On January 5, Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), the student wing of the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), formed a new committee for a one-year term for the Chittagong Metropolitan North and South branches, reports Prothom Alo. Tanjir Hossain and Mominul Haque were elected as president and secretary of Chittagong Metropolitan North, and Ibrahim Hossain and Maimunul Islam as president and secretary of Chittagong Metropolitan South. Tanjir Hossain, the newly elected president of the Chittagong North branch of ICS said, "We will move forward in solidarity with the students by maintaining the spirit of July. We will be with them from a moral standpoint as well as physically to achieve their rights." Read less... |
| January - 5 | On Januray 5, a person from Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), Alamgir Hossain Bhuiyan, filed an attempt to murder case against former Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina and 89 others for torturing and making him crippled for life in Police custody in 2013 at the Read more... On Januray 5, a person from Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), Alamgir Hossain Bhuiyan, filed an attempt to murder case against former Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina and 89 others for torturing and making him crippled for life in Police custody in 2013 at the court of Dhaka Metropolitan in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports BSS News. Read less... |
| January - 5 | Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on ‘X’ that on January 5 they targeted a Taliban convoy carrying several Taliban officials, including Mawlawi Mohajer Farahi, the deputy governor in Farah Province, killing three fighters and injuring two oth Read more... Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on ‘X’ that on January 5 they targeted a Taliban convoy carrying several Taliban officials, including Mawlawi Mohajer Farahi, the deputy governor in Farah Province, killing three fighters and injuring two others at a checkpoint near the Cinema Square Herat city Herat Province. Read less... |
| January - 5 | On January 5, Afghanistan Journalists in Exile said that the Taliban have detained at least 300 journalists and media workers during their three years of rule in the country, describing the detainees as having endured “profound and indescribable viol Read more... On January 5, Afghanistan Journalists in Exile said that the Taliban have detained at least 300 journalists and media workers during their three years of rule in the country, describing the detainees as having endured “profound and indescribable violence” while in custody, reports Amu TV. The media watchdog said that only 200 of those detained were willing to have their names made public. Further, it said that 17 journalists and media workers had been killed or died under mysterious circumstances, both inside and outside Afghanistan, during the same period. Additionally, 28 others were reported injured in various incidents. The statement highlighted a sharp decline in active media outlets in Afghanistan since the Taliban regained power, with 250 of 536 outlets shutting down and about 50 new outlets launched under Taliban oversight. In addition, it described the mass exodus of media workers, with only 4,500 of the 12,000 journalists and media staff remaining in Afghanistan since the Taliban's return. Read less... |
| January - 5 | On January 5, United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) reported that over 500 children were killed or injured in 2024 due to explosions from unexploded ordnance and war remnants across the country, reports Hindustan Times. UNICEF announced on X, “In 2 Read more... On January 5, United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) reported that over 500 children were killed or injured in 2024 due to explosions from unexploded ordnance and war remnants across the country, reports Hindustan Times. UNICEF announced on X, “In 2024, more than 500 children were killed or gravely injured by unexploded ordnances or explosive remnants of war. UNICEF educated around 3 million children and caregivers on the risks of explosive ordnances last year, including how to identify, avoid and report them.” Read less... |
| January - 5 | Taliban-run Supreme Court announced that on January 5, a civilian was publicly flogged with 39 lashes for 'fleeing' with a woman, a case linked to cultural practices tied to romantic relationships, in Zabul Province, reports Amu TV. Read more... Taliban-run Supreme Court announced that on January 5, a civilian was publicly flogged with 39 lashes for 'fleeing' with a woman, a case linked to cultural practices tied to romantic relationships, in Zabul Province, reports Amu TV. Read less... |
| January - 5 | Taliban-run supreme court announced that on January 5, three civilians were publicly flogged with 39 lashes on charges of “sodomy and abducting a woman,” in Khost Province, reports Amu TV. Read more... Taliban-run supreme court announced that on January 5, three civilians were publicly flogged with 39 lashes on charges of “sodomy and abducting a woman,” in Khost Province, reports Amu TV. Read less... |
| January - 6 | On January 6, eight security personnel of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and a driver were killed in Bijapur District in the Bastar division in Chhattisgarh when Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres used an Improvised Explosive Devic Read more... On January 6, eight security personnel of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and a driver were killed in Bijapur District in the Bastar division in Chhattisgarh when Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres used an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) to blow up their vehicle, reports NDTV. The Security Forces (SFs) were returning from an operation when the IED blew up the Scorpio SUV at Kutru in the Bastar region around 2.15 pm. Read less... |
| January - 6 | On January 6, Harmeet Singh, Special Director General of Police (SDGP) of Assam said that the Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police apprehended 21 terrorists, including 16 individuals associated with Islamic extremist groups, since March 2023, rep Read more... On January 6, Harmeet Singh, Special Director General of Police (SDGP) of Assam said that the Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police apprehended 21 terrorists, including 16 individuals associated with Islamic extremist groups, since March 2023, reports India TodayNE. Singh revealed that the arrests were carried out between March 1, 2023, and December 31, 2024. Among those arrested, 16 belonged to Islamic extremist groups, one was affiliated with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), one with Maoist, and three others were linked to Manipur-based extremist outfits. The STF also seized a large number of arms and ammunition during these operations. The recoveries include four rifles, one 7.65 mm pistol, 31 rounds of ammunition, one round of AK-series ammunition, 17 bullet pellets, a grenade with explosives, and materials suspected to be used for making Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). Read less... |
| January - 6 | On January 6, National Security Adviser (NSA) of India Ajit Doval met with United States (US) NSA Jake Sullivan in New Delhi, and reviewed ongoing progress in their high-level dialogue, including in diverse fields such as Defence, Cyber and Maritime Read more... On January 6, National Security Adviser (NSA) of India Ajit Doval met with United States (US) NSA Jake Sullivan in New Delhi, and reviewed ongoing progress in their high-level dialogue, including in diverse fields such as Defence, Cyber and Maritime Security, reports mea.gov.in. Jake Sullivan briefed the Indian side on the updates brought out by the Joe Biden administration to US missile export control policies under the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) that will boost US commercial space cooperation with India. Reflecting the progress, the US and India have made—and will continue to make—as strategic partners and countries with a shared commitment to peaceful nuclear cooperation, NSA Sullivan announced US efforts to finalize necessary steps to delist Indian nuclear entities, which will promote civil nuclear cooperation and resilient clean energy supply chains. Following the launch of the India-US Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET) in 2022, the two countries have taken concrete initiativrs across a range of areas including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Quantum Computing, Semiconductors, Telecommunications, Defence and Space. Read less... |
| January - 6 | On January 6, suspected Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) militants abducted two male workers from an illegal timber camp in Longvi village in Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh near Indo-Myanmar bo Read more... On January 6, suspected Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) militants abducted two male workers from an illegal timber camp in Longvi village in Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh near Indo-Myanmar border, reports The Arunachal Times. The abduction of the two workers is believed to be related to ongoing extortion demands. Read less... |
| January - 6 | On January 6, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone in Khanwal village in Amritsar District of Punjab. Read more... On January 6, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone in Khanwal village in Amritsar District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 6 | On January 6, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered the DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone from the Integrated Check Post (ICP) Attari in the Amritsar District of Punjab. Read more... On January 6, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered the DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone from the Integrated Check Post (ICP) Attari in the Amritsar District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 6 | A young girl was killed while several others were injured on January 6-morning when Security Forces (SFs) reportedly opened fire on passengers traveling through the Dak Nokkundi area of Chagai District in Balochistan, reports The Balochistan Post. Th Read more... A young girl was killed while several others were injured on January 6-morning when Security Forces (SFs) reportedly opened fire on passengers traveling through the Dak Nokkundi area of Chagai District in Balochistan, reports The Balochistan Post. The injured included both local residents and Afghan nationals. Local residents said that SFs had imposed strict restrictions on Afghan travelers in the Dak area for the past 20 days. These measures include detaining drivers in camps and confiscating their vehicles, creating heightened tensions in the region. Read less... |
| January - 6 | According to The Balochistan Post report of January 6, the Baloch insurgent groups collectively carried out 938 attacks, resulting in over 1002 deaths, 689 injuries, and at least 546 instances of property damage. Their operations spanned 25 Districts Read more... According to The Balochistan Post report of January 6, the Baloch insurgent groups collectively carried out 938 attacks, resulting in over 1002 deaths, 689 injuries, and at least 546 instances of property damage. Their operations spanned 25 Districts and covered 327 areas. Additionally, 76 Baloch fighters were reported killed during these activities. Compared to 2023, the total number of attacks increased by 53%, while reported fatalities rose by a staggering 80%, indicating a heightened intensity in the insurgency. The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) remained the most active group in 2024, carrying out 302 attacks that reportedly led to over 580 fatalities and 370+ injuries, with at least 171 incidents of property damage. The group claimed to operate across 240 areas in 21 districts, demonstrating an extensive geographic reach and operational capacity. It lost 52 cadres during the year—many of them belonging to the Majeed Brigade, known for its high-profile suicide operations. The BLA said 37 cadres of the Majeed Brigade carried out six major operations in 2024, allegedly causing significant losses among Security Forces (SFs). The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) conducted 284 attacks in 2024, maintaining its prominence as one of the most active groups in the region. These attacks led to over 280 fatalities and 167+ injuries, with property losses reported in 90 attacks. The group reported activity in 15 Districts and 189 areas, targeting both urban and rural locations. Despite its widespread activities, the BLF reported comparatively lower fighter losses, with 16 cadres killed during the year. BRAS, a coalition of “pro-independence” armed groups, conducted 204 attacks that reportedly led to 41+ fatalities and 30+ injuries. It reported 190 cases of property damage, with activities spanning 16 Districts and 189 areas. The group claimed only one cadre was lost in the course of the year. Other insurgent groups—including the Baloch Republican Guards (BRG), Baloch Republican Army (BRA), and United Baloch Army (UBA)—collectively carried out 148 attacks in 2024. These operations reportedly caused 101 fatalities, 122 injuries, and 95 cases of property damage. These groups, while operating on a smaller scale, remained active in 13 districts and 103 areas, with a focus on targeting infrastructure and state assets. When compared to 2023, the year 2024 marked a significant escalation in the armed conflict in Balochistan. The number of attacks increased from 612 in 2023 to 938 in 2024, while fatalities surged from 557+ to over 1002. Injuries also rose sharply, from 423+ to 689, and property losses increased from 340 incidents to 546. The areas of operation expanded from 134 locations in 26 Districts to 327 locations across 25 Districts. These statistics highlight the growing reach and operational capacity of Baloch insurgent groups, despite continued counter-insurgency efforts by the State. Read less... |
| January - 6 | At least two policemen were shot dead by unidentified assailants in targeted attack in Ghaznikhel area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on the morning of January 6 (today), reports The Khorasan Diary. They were targeted while returning Read more... At least two policemen were shot dead by unidentified assailants in targeted attack in Ghaznikhel area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on the morning of January 6 (today), reports The Khorasan Diary. They were targeted while returning from their duty, said Police. Read less... |
| January - 6 | At least two Security Force (SF) personnel were injured from a distant fire by militants on airport in Bannu town (Bannu District) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 6, reports The Khorasan Diary. The run way has remained closed for some time, said Pol Read more... At least two Security Force (SF) personnel were injured from a distant fire by militants on airport in Bannu town (Bannu District) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 6, reports The Khorasan Diary. The run way has remained closed for some time, said Police. Read less... |
| January - 6 | Five soldiers were killed and several other soldiers sustained injuries in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack on a military convoy in Poganzan area of Zamuran tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 6, reports The Ba Read more... Five soldiers were killed and several other soldiers sustained injuries in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack on a military convoy in Poganzan area of Zamuran tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 6, reports The Balochistan Post. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for the attack, saying it targeted a convoy delivering supplies to the Sangwan post. Read less... |
| January - 6 | Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam - Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on January 6 insisted that the State institutions and Government were responsible for sectarian fighting and inflaming people’s sentiments in the country, reports Dawn. During a receptio Read more... Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam - Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on January 6 insisted that the State institutions and Government were responsible for sectarian fighting and inflaming people’s sentiments in the country, reports Dawn. During a reception hosted by the JUI-F KP chapter at Nishtar Hall in Peshawar, Maulana Fazlur Rehman said that the presence of sectarian elements in the country was an undeniable fact. He added that it was the State institutions and government that fomented sectarian fighting before blaming it on religious groups. The JUI-F leader said the recent Kurram violence was tribal in nature. He wondered if it was truly a sectarian conflict, then why Hangu and Kohat, where both Shia and Sunni communities lived side by side, were peaceful. Mr Fazl also said it was puzzling why the Kurram fighting didn’t affect nearby districts like Hangu, Kohat, Peshawar and Dera Ismail and instead, its “heat” was felt in far-off Karachi city and even Iranian capital Tehran. He said that one sect’s representatives addressed a news conference in Islamabad, while those of the other sect did the same in Peshawar. “Who is pulling the strings of these people and bringing them to the fore?” The JUI-F chief claimed that his party was approached by both sides in Kurram, and when it came up with a solution, violence erupted the very next day. Without naming anyone, he insisted that he received a message questioning his role to calm the situation. Mr Fazl said that Pakistan’s democracy and parliamentary system were not perfect and therefore, they’re subjected to criticism. He, however, said that a system shouldn’t be shunned due to its weaknesses and instead, everyone should work for its improvement. Read less... |
| January - 6 | Khalid Shams, Assistant Commissioner of Zehri town in Khuzdar District of Balochistan, narrowly escaped an attack when his vehicle was targeted in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion upon his return from a security check post. Earlier on J Read more... Khalid Shams, Assistant Commissioner of Zehri town in Khuzdar District of Balochistan, narrowly escaped an attack when his vehicle was targeted in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion upon his return from a security check post. Earlier on January 6, Zehri town was targeted in a major armed attack and seize by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres for about 10 hours. Read less... |
| January - 6 | Three players were injured during a football match in Spalga area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa when a rocket propelled grenade fell into the playing field on January 6, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... Three players were injured during a football match in Spalga area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa when a rocket propelled grenade fell into the playing field on January 6, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 6 | On January 6, a clash broke out between two factions of Bangladesh National Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) injuring at least five people over the supply of sand to a contracting company, at Zorarganj market Mirsharai Upazila (Sub-District) in Read more... On January 6, a clash broke out between two factions of Bangladesh National Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) injuring at least five people over the supply of sand to a contracting company, at Zorarganj market Mirsharai Upazila (Sub-District) in Chittagong District of Chittagong Division, reports Prothom Alo. One of the two parties involved in the clash is controlled by Masukul Alam, the member secretary of the Zorarganj Union BNP. The other side is led by JeI’s Jamal Uddin. No case has been filed the Police in the incident. Read less... |
| January - 6 | On January 6, Pro-Saad faction teachers from Dhaka University, Buet, Jagannath University, and other Government universities in Dhaka presented a nine-point demand aimed at ensuring religious freedom and resolving differences among conflicting groups Read more... On January 6, Pro-Saad faction teachers from Dhaka University, Buet, Jagannath University, and other Government universities in Dhaka presented a nine-point demand aimed at ensuring religious freedom and resolving differences among conflicting groups, reports Dhaka Tribune. The written statement was presented by Mohammed Nazim Uddin Bhuiyan from University of Dhaka. The nine points included initiating efforts to resolve differences among conflicting groups to ensure everyone’s religious freedom, conducting a judicial inquiry into the Tongi Maidan incident, releasing innocent detainees arrested during the incident, allowing both groups to conduct dawah activities with their senior leaders, ensuring equitable allocation of prayer times at Kakrail Mosque, dividing the Tongi Ijtema grounds equally between both groups, equitably scheduling activities at other mosques in the country, monitoring and taking legal action if any group obstructs another's practices in mosques and taking necessary measures to ensure the peaceful and disciplined conduct of Maulana Saad's followers' Ijtema on the pre-announced dates (February 7-9, 2025). Read less... |
| January - 6 | The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) issued arrest warrants against 11 individuals, including former Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina, her former Defense Adviser Major General (retired) Tarique Ahmed Siddique, and former Inspector General of Poli Read more... The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) issued arrest warrants against 11 individuals, including former Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina, her former Defense Adviser Major General (retired) Tarique Ahmed Siddique, and former Inspector General of Police Benazir Ahmed, over a case of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings over the past 15 years, reports Dhaka Tribune on January 6. The tribunal, led by Justice Mohammed Golam Mortuza Mozumder, passed the order following a plea from Chief Prosecutor Muhammad Tajul Islam. The ICT directed the Police to present the arrested individuals on February 12, 2025. Read less... |
| January - 6 | The gross street value of narcotics and prescription drugs seized in the operations conducted by Sri Lankan Navy in 2024 is valued at over 28158 million Sri Lankan Rupee (SLR), reports News 1st on January 6. The Sri Lankan Navy carried out operations Read more... The gross street value of narcotics and prescription drugs seized in the operations conducted by Sri Lankan Navy in 2024 is valued at over 28158 million Sri Lankan Rupee (SLR), reports News 1st on January 6. The Sri Lankan Navy carried out operations in partnership with the Sri Lanka Police, Police Narcotic Bureau, Police Special Task Force (STF), Excise Department, law enforcement agencies as well as the Indian Navy and Maldivian Coast Guard, actively sharing information during these operations. Additionally, in the operations conducted by Sri Lankan Navy in 2024 more than 622 kilograms of heroin worth over 15554 million SLR of street value, more than 1211 kilograms of Crystal Methamphetamine (ICE) worth over 11508 million SLR of street value, more than 1752 kilograms of Kerala cannabis worth over 700 million SLR of street value, more than 119 kilograms of local cannabis worth over 23 million SLR of street value and 1,179,746 prescription drugs worth over 373 million SLR of street value were seized. Read less... |
| January - 6 | National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that on January 6, they attacked a security checkpoint at the provincial Police headquarters in Kunduz City (Kunduz Province), killing four Taliban fighters, including the police chief's bodyguards, and Read more... National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that on January 6, they attacked a security checkpoint at the provincial Police headquarters in Kunduz City (Kunduz Province), killing four Taliban fighters, including the police chief's bodyguards, and injuring five others. Additionally, two vehicles were destroyed during the attack. Read less... |
| January - 6 | On January 6, Michael McCaul, former chairman of the United States (US) House Foreign Relations Committee, warned that Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) has revived in Afghanistan under Taliban control, reports Afghanistan International. McCaul Read more... On January 6, Michael McCaul, former chairman of the United States (US) House Foreign Relations Committee, warned that Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) has revived in Afghanistan under Taliban control, reports Afghanistan International. McCaul said, "Another issue that I'm very concerned about is the fall of Afghanistan and the catastrophe that happened there." He further added that the incoming Trump administration should take the growing IS-KP threat seriously and take action against it. Read less... |
| January - 6 | On January 6, Taliban's media office in Nangarhar announced that over 50 Afghan refugees detained in Pakistan have been deported back to Afghanistan after their release, reports Afghanistan International. Read more... On January 6, Taliban's media office in Nangarhar announced that over 50 Afghan refugees detained in Pakistan have been deported back to Afghanistan after their release, reports Afghanistan International. Read less... |
| January - 7 | A joint operation by the Army and Manipur Police on January 7 led to the recovery of a cache of arms and ammunitions from an abandoned hideout near the river bank of Hangoilok in Irong Tangkhul village under Nongpok Sekmai Police Station of Thoubal D Read more... A joint operation by the Army and Manipur Police on January 7 led to the recovery of a cache of arms and ammunitions from an abandoned hideout near the river bank of Hangoilok in Irong Tangkhul village under Nongpok Sekmai Police Station of Thoubal District, reports Northeast Now. Although no arrests were made, the operation uncovered a substantial stockpile of war materials. The recovered items include one 9 mm Pistol with magazine, pompi gun (improvised mortar), two 36 HE hand grenades, a detonator, two tear gas shells (soft nose), an anti-riot dye marker grenade, 13 live rounds of ammunition, one binocular, two radio sets with a charger and 21 empty cases. The recovered items were handed over to the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the concerned Police Station, following the relevant legal procedures. Read less... |
| January - 7 | A minor girl was killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast allegedly carried out by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the Saranda Forest area at Jareikela in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on January 7, reports late Read more... A minor girl was killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast allegedly carried out by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the Saranda Forest area at Jareikela in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on January 7, reports latestly.com. The incident occurred when the seven-year-old girl went to the forests in Tirilposi and Thalkobad villages to collect firewood and accidentally stepped on the IED planted by the Maoists, a senior Police officer said. Read less... |
| January - 7 | On January 7, Police attached a property comprising four Marlas of land belonging to a Pakistan-based terrorist, identified as Mubashir Ahmad at Syedabad Pastoona Tral in the Awantipora sub-district of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), rep Read more... On January 7, Police attached a property comprising four Marlas of land belonging to a Pakistan-based terrorist, identified as Mubashir Ahmad at Syedabad Pastoona Tral in the Awantipora sub-district of Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Mubashir was involved in promoting and reviving terrorist activities by smuggling arms and ammunition to activate local terror networks. Read less... |
| January - 7 | On January 7, the first India-Malaysia Security Dialogue was held in New Delhi, and was co-chaired by Shri Ajit Doval, National Security Adviser to the Prime Minister of India, and Raja Dato Nushirwan Bin Zainal Abidin, Director General of Malaysia's Read more... On January 7, the first India-Malaysia Security Dialogue was held in New Delhi, and was co-chaired by Shri Ajit Doval, National Security Adviser to the Prime Minister of India, and Raja Dato Nushirwan Bin Zainal Abidin, Director General of Malaysia's National Security Council, exchanged views on the global and regional security environment and a review of ongoing bilateral cooperation in security, defence, and maritime fields, reports mea.gov.in. Both sides agreed to deepen collaboration in counter-terrorism, deradicalization, cyber security, the defence industry, and maritime security. They also explored opportunities to enhance cooperation in critical minerals and rare earths. It was decided to institutionalize the dialogue through annual meetings. Read less... |
| January - 7 | On January 7, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) attached properties belonging to four accused, identified as Surmukh Singh alias Sammu (15 Kanal, 19 Marla at Kotli Khera village), Dilbagh Singh alias Baggo (27 Kanal, 16 Marla at Chack Allah Bak Read more... On January 7, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) attached properties belonging to four accused, identified as Surmukh Singh alias Sammu (15 Kanal, 19 Marla at Kotli Khera village), Dilbagh Singh alias Baggo (27 Kanal, 16 Marla at Chack Allah Baksh village), Harpreet Singh alias Happy Malaysia (27 Kanal, 1 Marla at Miadi Kalan village and 15 Marla at Bakha Hari Singh village), Rajan Preet Singh (15 Kanal, 18 Marla at Kolowall village) in Lopoke tehsil (revenue unit) in Amritsar District of Punjab, in connection with the Ludhiana court complex Improvised Explosive Device (IED) bomb blast on December 23, 2021, reports NIA. In the explosion, an IED handler, Gagandeep Singh killed, and six others were injured. Earlier, SATP reported this incident on December 23, 2021. NIA investigations revealed that the blast was orchestrated on the directions of Lakhbir Singh Rode, the Pakistan-based chief of the International Sikh Youth Federation (ISYF). Rode conspired with Zulfikar alias Pehalwan, a Pakistan-based smuggler of arms, explosives, and narcotics, along with the four accused. The case was re-registered as RC-01/2022/NIA/DLI. Read less... |
| January - 7 | On January 7, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a second supplementary chargesheet against Rizwan alias Sami alias Amir Khan alias Abu Salma alias Danish, an operative of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) linked to the Delhi-Padg Read more... On January 7, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a second supplementary chargesheet against Rizwan alias Sami alias Amir Khan alias Abu Salma alias Danish, an operative of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) linked to the Delhi-Padgha terror module case, at the NIA Special Court at Patiala House in New Delhi, reports NIA. Rizwan Ali is the 21st ISIS operative involved in the recruitment and radicalization of vulnerable youth into ISIS ideology and the fabrication of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), he was also involved in raising funds to further ISIS's agenda, aiming to spread violence in India and undermine its secular ethos and democratic systems. The accused had also taken ‘bayath’ (pledge of allegiance) from another arrested accused, Shahnawaz Alam, a habitual offender in previous terror cases, who was under the control of Saquib Abdul Hamid Nachan, a self-styled Amir-e-Hind for ISIS in India. The NIA initially charge-sheeted three persons in March 2024 and filed its first supplementary chargesheet against 17 others in June 2024 under case RC-29/2023/NIA/DLI, registered in November 2023. During the investigation, NIA seized several incriminating documents and data related to explosives manufacturing and IED fabrication, along with ISIS propaganda materials. Investigations to uncover further links in the case are ongoing. Read less... |
| January - 7 | The anti-extortion unit of the Manipur Police arrested a cadre of the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak – Progressive (PREPAK-P) in an operation conducted at a hideout in Sugnusiphai area of Bishnupur District on January 7, reports Northeast Read more... The anti-extortion unit of the Manipur Police arrested a cadre of the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak – Progressive (PREPAK-P) in an operation conducted at a hideout in Sugnusiphai area of Bishnupur District on January 7, reports Northeast Now. The apprehended cadre was identified as Taorem Premkumar Meitei alias Nanao (26), a resident of Sunusiphai Mayai Leikai. The Police said that some incriminating documents and digital items, including a mobile handset with a SIM card, were recovered from his possession. The cadre was involved in the extortion drives in the southern parts of Bishnupur and Sugnu. Read less... |
| January - 7 | The Meghalaya Government on January 7 reportedly dismissed claims of illegal immigration from Bangladesh, stating that no such reports have been received, reports Northeast Now. The statement came amidst the reports and investigation by the Delhi Pol Read more... The Meghalaya Government on January 7 reportedly dismissed claims of illegal immigration from Bangladesh, stating that no such reports have been received, reports Northeast Now. The statement came amidst the reports and investigation by the Delhi Police. Chief Secretary DP Wahlang assured that the State’s international border has been peaceful over the past two to three months, with no problems reported. Wahlang attributed the peaceful situation to the strong vigilance maintained by the Border Security Force (BSF) along the border, with assistance from the Meghalaya Police. The Government also receives intelligence reports on potential events across the border that may impact the state, which are shared with the BSF. Regarding recent drone sightings near the Sohra-Shella border, Wahlang stated that no specific information is available beyond the detection of the flying object. The Government is awaiting inputs from the Centre, which may be analysing the information. Read less... |
| January - 7 | The spokesperson of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Samta, has issued a press note condemning the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar (33), reports The Times of India on January 7. “Maoists strongly condemned the murder of the jo Read more... The spokesperson of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Samta, has issued a press note condemning the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar (33), reports The Times of India on January 7. “Maoists strongly condemned the murder of the journalist and expressed their regret. We demand for a thorough investigation into the murder of journalist Mukesh, who was born and brought up on the tribal land, and as a local scribe, he made his own identity. He had exposed in his media reports several public, political, social, and cultural issues,” said the spokesperson. Mukesh, a freelance journalist, was reported missing on January 1. His body was discovered on January 3 in a septic tank on a property owned by Suresh Chandrakar in Chattanpara Basti in the Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh. Read less... |
| January - 7 | A Levies Force personnel, Mumtaz Ahmed, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at the Football Chowk in Khudabadan area of Panjgur in Balochistan on December 7, reports Dawn. Mumtaz Ahmed was going home after performing his duty at the Football Cho Read more... A Levies Force personnel, Mumtaz Ahmed, was shot dead by unidentified assailants at the Football Chowk in Khudabadan area of Panjgur in Balochistan on December 7, reports Dawn. Mumtaz Ahmed was going home after performing his duty at the Football Chowk when he was targeted by some unidentified motorcyclists. Mumtaz Ahmed was killed on the spot. Read less... |
| January - 7 | A mortar shell exploded as it has fallen from the Afghan side on Durand line in Shamsai and Dabarzai areas of Mohmand District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 7, reports The Khorasan Diary. The area is said to be housing the Jamaat-ul-Ahrar (JuA) fa Read more... A mortar shell exploded as it has fallen from the Afghan side on Durand line in Shamsai and Dabarzai areas of Mohmand District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 7, reports The Khorasan Diary. The area is said to be housing the Jamaat-ul-Ahrar (JuA) faction of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). No casualties was reported. Read less... |
| January - 7 | A total of 379 missing persons cases were submitted to the Commission of Inquiry on Enforced Disappearances (COIOED) in 2024, Dawn reported on January 7 quoting COIOED report. The commission was set up in 2011 to trace the missing persons and fix res Read more... A total of 379 missing persons cases were submitted to the Commission of Inquiry on Enforced Disappearances (COIOED) in 2024, Dawn reported on January 7 quoting COIOED report. The commission was set up in 2011 to trace the missing persons and fix responsibility on the individuals or organisations responsible. Figures released showed that 427 cases were disposed of in 2024. The commission said that the total number of cases received up till December 2024 was 10,467 while 8,216 cases were disposed of with a total of 6,599 people traced so far and 1,617 cases disposed of. The report added that 2,251 cases were left while 4,613 were returned home, 1,011 were present in internment centres, 687 were in prisons and 288 were found dead. The monthly progress report for December, dated January 1, said 29 cases were received and 44 were disposed of with 10 of them unrelated to enforced disappearances, 23 returned to their homes, five were confined in internment centres, four were confined in jails and two bodies were found. Read less... |
| January - 7 | At least two militants were killed when a projectile hit a compound suspected of housing militants in the Skaranbo jungles of Hassankhel area in Peshawar District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 7, reports The Khorasan Diary. “There were at least 3 Read more... At least two militants were killed when a projectile hit a compound suspected of housing militants in the Skaranbo jungles of Hassankhel area in Peshawar District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 7, reports The Khorasan Diary. “There were at least 3 major explosions heard late last night” local sources told The Khorasan Diary. The area has been a travel route for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants. The local TTP head Salman was reported to be in the area, said the sources. Read less... |
| January - 7 | Eight militants were killed when Security Forces (SFs) conducted an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Baizai area of Mohmand District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 7, reports Geo News. In ensuing fire exchange, the Inter-Services Public Relati Read more... Eight militants were killed when Security Forces (SFs) conducted an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Baizai area of Mohmand District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 7, reports Geo News. In ensuing fire exchange, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that eight terrorists were effectively engaged and neutralised by the SFs. Read less... |
| January - 7 | Eight militants were killed when Security Forces (SFs) conducted an intelligence-based operation (IBO) on the reported presence of militants in Mattani area of Peshawar District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 7, reports Geo News. During the conduct Read more... Eight militants were killed when Security Forces (SFs) conducted an intelligence-based operation (IBO) on the reported presence of militants in Mattani area of Peshawar District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 7, reports Geo News. During the conduct of operation, the Army troops effectively engaged the terrorists’ location and resultantly, eight militants were shot dead, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement. Read less... |
| January - 7 | One teenager was killed while three Policemen sustained injuries in a firing incident when unidentified assailants opened fire near Aghai Khan Chowk under the jurisdiction of Kitchi Police Station in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, rep Read more... One teenager was killed while three Policemen sustained injuries in a firing incident when unidentified assailants opened fire near Aghai Khan Chowk under the jurisdiction of Kitchi Police Station in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, reports The Balochistan Post on January 7. Read less... |
| January - 7 | Police on January 7 attested two militants for their involvement in the attack on Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Kurram District, Javed Allah Mehsud, on January 4 in which DC himself and two Security Forces (SFs) personnel sustained injuries on the Thal Read more... Police on January 7 attested two militants for their involvement in the attack on Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Kurram District, Javed Allah Mehsud, on January 4 in which DC himself and two Security Forces (SFs) personnel sustained injuries on the Thall-Parachinar-Sadaa Highway in the Baggan area of Kurram District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports ARY News. Read less... |
| January - 7 | The Kurram District administration on January 7 took decisive action against three prominent tribal elders, who failed to sign the peace agreement, reports ARY News. The tribal leaders Syed Rahman, Saifullah, and Karim Khan have not yet signed the pe Read more... The Kurram District administration on January 7 took decisive action against three prominent tribal elders, who failed to sign the peace agreement, reports ARY News. The tribal leaders Syed Rahman, Saifullah, and Karim Khan have not yet signed the peace agreement. Earlier, the Additional Chief Secretary of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa issued a notification imposing Section 144 in Kurram District for a period of two months. The decision comes amid concerns over attempts by terrorists to disrupt the peace agreement in the area. Read less... |
| January - 7 | The reluctance of parents to polio vaccination continues to haunt the future of their scions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) as 111,118 children remained unvaccinated in the December campaign up from 95,834 in October-November drive, Dawn reported on Janu Read more... The reluctance of parents to polio vaccination continues to haunt the future of their scions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) as 111,118 children remained unvaccinated in the December campaign up from 95,834 in October-November drive, Dawn reported on January 7. According to data compiled by officials of Emergency Operation Centre (Polio) KP, during the five-day campaign carried out from mid-December 2024 vaccinators covered 6.16 million of the total target of 6.42 million under-five children, which is 96 per cent. However, the main challenge of refusals continues to jeopardise the efforts meant to see the province polio-free. Of the overall unvaccinated children, 90,751 were missed because they were not present when health workers knocked at the doors of their houses while 20,367 didn’t get the drops due to reluctance of their parents. In the door-to-door anti-polio campaign from Oct 28 to Nov 3, vaccinators missed 1.5pc of the targeted children in the province due to refusal of their parents or their unavailability at home. Peshawar records highest number of refusal cases, says report. Of the total of 6.38 million targeted children in 30 Districts, 78,355 missed polio vaccine due to their absence from home during the anti-polio teams’ visit while 17,479 didn’t receive the vaccine due to refusal or reluctance of their parents. Both the numbers of missed children and refusals have gone up since then. The October-November campaign was carried out in 30 districts and the December drive was conducted in 35 Districts but indicators with regard to unimmunised children remained similar. Peshawar, the epicentre of refusals, led the tally of hesitant parents with 13,072 missed and 8,029 refusal cases in December drive, which also showed that no refusal was recorded in Shangla, Malakand, Dir Upper, Chitral Lower and Upper, Buner, Kohistan Upper and Lower, Kolai Palas and North Waziristan. The number of hesitant parents in Battagram, Dir Lower and Bajaur remained two each; in Haripur, Abbottabad and Torghar three each; in Orakzai four; in Swat eight; and in Mohmand 17. The number is negligible, according to the report. After Peshawar, Bannu recorded 4,303 refusal cases, Lakki Marwat 1,609, Mardan 1,048, Dera Ismail Khan 998, Kohat 944, Swabi 877, Charsadda 562, Nowshera 430, Karak 397, Khyber 285, Tank 151 and South Waziristan Lower 145. However, all districts reported more missed children. Read less... |
| January - 7 | Three soldiers and three militants were killed during exchange of fire between Security Forces (SFs) and militants when Army troops effectively engaged terrorist location in Karak District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 7, reports Geo News. Three s Read more... Three soldiers and three militants were killed during exchange of fire between Security Forces (SFs) and militants when Army troops effectively engaged terrorist location in Karak District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 7, reports Geo News. Three soldiers were identified as Lance Havaldar Abbas Ali (38), Naik Muhammad Nazir (37) and Naik Muhammad Usman (37), Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement. Sanitisation operations were conducted to eliminate any other terrorist found in the area. Read less... |
| January - 7 | Islamic State-Khorasan Province (ISKP) affiliated Al-Azaim Media has released a 205-page Dari version of its book detailing the group's ideology, originally published in Pashto a year ago, reports Afghan Analyst on ‘X’. It released a Pashto booklet u Read more... Islamic State-Khorasan Province (ISKP) affiliated Al-Azaim Media has released a 205-page Dari version of its book detailing the group's ideology, originally published in Pashto a year ago, reports Afghan Analyst on ‘X’. It released a Pashto booklet urging youth to join the Islamic State, highlighting the historical role of Muslim youth during the time of Prophet Muhammad and in subsequent eras. Read less... |
| January - 7 | On January 7, Abdul Razaq, an imam and teacher at a local seminary, was killed, and Hamdullah Mohammadi, a preacher at the New City Mosque, was injured in an attack orchestrated by Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) in Baghlan-e-jadid District o Read more... On January 7, Abdul Razaq, an imam and teacher at a local seminary, was killed, and Hamdullah Mohammadi, a preacher at the New City Mosque, was injured in an attack orchestrated by Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) in Baghlan-e-jadid District of Baghlan Province, reports The Khaama Press News Agency. Read less... |
| January - 7 | On January 7, Richard Bennett, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on human rights in Afghanistan, condemned the arrests and deportations of Afghan refugees in Pakistan and called for their protection and better treatment, reports Amu TV. Bennett o Read more... On January 7, Richard Bennett, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on human rights in Afghanistan, condemned the arrests and deportations of Afghan refugees in Pakistan and called for their protection and better treatment, reports Amu TV. Bennett on ‘X’ said, “Concerning reports from Pakistan about arrests and deportation of Afghans. I reiterate my call for protection and non-refoulement, especially of vulnerable categories. Afghans hosted in region need better treatment. I urge all States to step up host country funding and relocation pathways.” Read less... |
| January - 7 | Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Taliban’s interior minister, emphasising the necessity of integrating religious and modern education stated that religious leaders should not behave in a way that makes people dislike religion, reports Amu TV on January 7. Haq Read more... Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Taliban’s interior minister, emphasising the necessity of integrating religious and modern education stated that religious leaders should not behave in a way that makes people dislike religion, reports Amu TV on January 7. Haqqani stated, “Religious leaders should not behave in a way that makes people dislike religion,” adding that some are tarnishing the reputation of Taliban-linked religious schools. He emphasised, “Whether it is religion or worldly matters, the two are interconnected. Whether it is contemporary education or religious studies, it is essential to engage with both without suspicion.” Read less... |
| January - 8 | Bihar Police foiled a major attack of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) following the recovery of a large quantity of landmines, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and raw materials during a special drive launched against the rebels Read more... Bihar Police foiled a major attack of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) following the recovery of a large quantity of landmines, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and raw materials during a special drive launched against the rebels in Tarchua locality, a part of Chhakarbandha forest, in Gaya District on January 8, reports The New Indian Express. A cave-like corner of Chhakarbandha forest was being used for making IEDs and landmines. The huge stock of explosives and raw materials for manufacturing high-quality IEDs indicated that the Maoists had planned to carry out a Chhattisgarh-type operation in Bihar's Chhakarbandha forest, close to the Jharkhand border. The seized articles include four cylinders, each weighing four kilograms; two cylinders, each weighing two kilograms; five pressure cookers, each weighing 12 kilograms; steel containers weighing 10 kilograms; 44 pieces of tiffin bomb; 20 pieces of tin cutter; and 20 pieces of hammer, among others. Landmines and IEDs were also recovered from the spot. Read less... |
| January - 8 | On January 8, Security Forces (SFs) arrested three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of militants during a check on National Highway NH-44 in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. One of them was identified as Ubaid Khurshid M Read more... On January 8, Security Forces (SFs) arrested three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of militants during a check on National Highway NH-44 in Kulgam District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. One of them was identified as Ubaid Khurshid Mir, while the other two remained unidentified From Mir, SFs recovered one AK-47 rifle, four AK-47 magazines, 120 AK-47 rounds, two hand grenades, and one ammunition pouch. Additionally, two AK-series rifles, five hand grenades, and 240 rounds of AK-47 ammunition were recovered from the group. Read less... |
| January - 8 | On January 8, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that it recovered a DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone along with a packet of heroin (530 grams) in Hardoratan village in Amritsar District of Punjab. With this recovery, the total number of Pakistani Read more... On January 8, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that it recovered a DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone along with a packet of heroin (530 grams) in Hardoratan village in Amritsar District of Punjab. With this recovery, the total number of Pakistani drones intercepted by BSF Punjab has reached 10 in the past seven days, along with a cumulative heroin seizure exceeding five kilograms. Read less... |
| January - 8 | On January 8, two suspected cadres of Kangleipak Communist Party – Taibanganba (KCP-T), identified as Mayanglambam Sanathoi Singh (30) and Sanasam Suraj Singh (27), from Langmeidong in Kakching District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. Police seize Read more... On January 8, two suspected cadres of Kangleipak Communist Party – Taibanganba (KCP-T), identified as Mayanglambam Sanathoi Singh (30) and Sanasam Suraj Singh (27), from Langmeidong in Kakching District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. Police seized incriminating evidence, including demand letters, two mobile phones, and two SIM cards from their possession. Read less... |
| January - 8 | Security Forces (SFs) confiscated a country-made firearm along with items associated with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during thorough combing operations in the Kandhamal and Rayagada districts of Odisha on January 8, reports devd Read more... Security Forces (SFs) confiscated a country-made firearm along with items associated with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during thorough combing operations in the Kandhamal and Rayagada districts of Odisha on January 8, reports devdiscourse.com. A joint team comprising Kandhamal Police, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and the Special Operations Group (SOG) made the discovery while sweeping through various forest regions under Balliguda and Tumudibandha in Kandhamal, as well as the adjacent Madanpur and Rampur areas within Rayagada last week, according to a statement given by Kandhamal Superintendent of Police (SP) Harish BC. Apart from the weapon, the team recovered Maoist uniforms, medicines, footwear, blankets, umbrellas, and wires, amongst other items, SP Harish added. Read less... |
| January - 8 | The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has called for a march to Delhi to support the ongoing farmers' stir through two-page pamphlets and a red banner pasted in the Rupjhar jungles in Balaghat District of Madhya Pradesh, reports The New In Read more... The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has called for a march to Delhi to support the ongoing farmers' stir through two-page pamphlets and a red banner pasted in the Rupjhar jungles in Balaghat District of Madhya Pradesh, reports The New Indian Express on January 8. “The ongoing farmers' stir is not just the agitation of farmers from Punjab and Haryana but is actually the movement of every farmer in the country, who has already been destroyed or is on the verge of being ruined due to the anti-farmer policies of the Modi government,” read the pamphlets issued under the name of the CPI-Maoist ‘Maharashtra-Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh Special Zonal Committee.’ The pamphlet further read, “We appeal to people, farmers and labourers, besides allied organisations, environmentalists, and intellectuals in the three states (Maharashtra, MP, and Chhattisgarh) to support the ongoing farmers movement in all possible ways. We appeal to one and all to stage protests, demonstrations, and road jams in cities and towns; resort to relay hunger strikes; and also, campaign on social media actively. If possible, march to Delhi and Punjab with the slogan, Shambhu aur Kanauri border Chalo.” Read less... |
| January - 8 | Two women Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres with a collective bounty of INR 1 million surrendered in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on January 8, reports devdiscourse.com. Shamala Pudo and Kajal Vadde, both holding critical posi Read more... Two women Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres with a collective bounty of INR 1 million surrendered in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on January 8, reports devdiscourse.com. Shamala Pudo and Kajal Vadde, both holding critical positions within the Maoist organization, turned themselves in to local Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officials. Read less... |
| January - 8 | A bomb struck military personnel patrolling on foot in Kontagan area of Zamuran tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 8, reports The Balochistan Post. Though local sources of The Balochistan Post said the attack caused fata Read more... A bomb struck military personnel patrolling on foot in Kontagan area of Zamuran tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 8, reports The Balochistan Post. Though local sources of The Balochistan Post said the attack caused fatalities among the Security Forces (SFs), however, exact number of casualties is not known. No group claimed responsibility for the attack so far. Read less... |
| January - 8 | A Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) personnel was killed in an incident of target killing in Mir Ali area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 8, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... A Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) personnel was killed in an incident of target killing in Mir Ali area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 8, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 8 | Baloch Republican Guards (BRG) cadres attacked a military checkpoint in Karmowad area of Sibi District in Balochistan on January 8, reports The Balochistan Post. BRG ‘spokesperson’ Dostain Baloch said the checkpoint was struck with small and heavy we Read more... Baloch Republican Guards (BRG) cadres attacked a military checkpoint in Karmowad area of Sibi District in Balochistan on January 8, reports The Balochistan Post. BRG ‘spokesperson’ Dostain Baloch said the checkpoint was struck with small and heavy weapons at sunset, resulting in “human and material losses.” Read less... |
| January - 8 | Four Baloch persons were allegedly ‘enforced disappeared’ by Security Forces (SFs) in Kech District of Balochistan during last two days, The Balochistan Post reported on January 8. One person, identified as Ramzan Baloch, an employee of NADRA, was ‘e Read more... Four Baloch persons were allegedly ‘enforced disappeared’ by Security Forces (SFs) in Kech District of Balochistan during last two days, The Balochistan Post reported on January 8. One person, identified as Ramzan Baloch, an employee of NADRA, was ‘enforced disappeared’ by SFs on January 6 at 7 PM in Mand area of Kech. Another individual, Shagarullah, son of Muhammad Ali Zamarani, was reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ by SFs from Shahi Tump area of Kech on January 7-evening. Two Baloch youth, Sher Jan Ishaq and Farooq Ishaq, were ‘enforced disappeared’ on January 6-night after SFs reportedly raided their home in Aapsar Banday Bazaar area of Turbat town in Kech District. According to their family, Sher Jan Ishaq and Farooq Ishaq were taken away and have not been heard from since. Family revealed that another brother, Shams Ishaq, was similarly disappeared three years ago and remains missing till date. Read less... |
| January - 8 | One soldier was killed while three other soldiers sustained injuries when militants attacked a picket of the Security Forces (SFs) in Kulachi area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 8, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... One soldier was killed while three other soldiers sustained injuries when militants attacked a picket of the Security Forces (SFs) in Kulachi area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 8, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 8 | The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres launched attack on the main bazaar of Zehri tehsil (revenue unit) of Khuzdar District in Balochistan on January 8, setting fire to multiple Government buildings, including a Levies Force station, NADRA and muni Read more... The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres launched attack on the main bazaar of Zehri tehsil (revenue unit) of Khuzdar District in Balochistan on January 8, setting fire to multiple Government buildings, including a Levies Force station, NADRA and municipal committee offices and a bank, after seizing control of the area, reports Dawn. According to officials, around 80 cadres entered the area at about 11pm from nearby mountains, deploying armed cadres around the bazaar and other locations in the tehsil headquarters of Zehri. They set up checkpoints around the Zehri bazaar and pickets on the mountains to resist any action from Security Forces. The cadres stormed the Levies Thana (Police Station), took the personnel hostage, ransacked the records, and set the building on fire, damaging part of the structure, furniture and other items. The cadres used a loudspeaker at the main mosque to announce their control over the bazaar and other areas, making speeches to the people gathered there. The cadres later attacked a private bank branch, took the staff hostage and looted over PKR 90 million from the strong room, according to bank officials in Quetta. Kalat Commissioner Naeem Khan Bazai said that the armed cadres had entered Zehri on five vehicles and over 20 motorcycles, equipped with the latest automatic weapons. “They remained in the area for at least eight hours,” he said, adding that when security forces arrived and launched an operation, the cadres escaped, taking two Levies vehicles with them. They also took away 20 AK-47 rifles, 4,000 rounds of ammunition and 10 motorbikes. The BLA via its media channel Hakkal said on January 8 that it has taken complete control of Zehri tehsil following a coordinated attack, reports The Balochistan Post. According to BLA ‘spokesperson’ Jeeyand Baloch, the group seized Government institutions and set fire to the local Police Station. Read less... |
| January - 8 | The Bomb Disposal Unit (BDU) neutralised a 25 kilogram bomb planted near Mehboob Ziarat check-post in Tank District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 8, reports The Khorasan Diary. The bomb was planted on the route on which a Security Forces convoy wa Read more... The Bomb Disposal Unit (BDU) neutralised a 25 kilogram bomb planted near Mehboob Ziarat check-post in Tank District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 8, reports The Khorasan Diary. The bomb was planted on the route on which a Security Forces convoy was about to move, said Police. Read less... |
| January - 8 | The Police on January 8 arrested a key operative of the Lyari gangster, identified as Daniyal alias Dani Pathan, from the Kalakot area of Lyari Town in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, reports ARY News. According to Deputy Inspector General Read more... The Police on January 8 arrested a key operative of the Lyari gangster, identified as Daniyal alias Dani Pathan, from the Kalakot area of Lyari Town in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, reports ARY News. According to Deputy Inspector General (DIG), South Zone, Asad Raza, the arrested gangster, Daniyal, was involved in serious crimes like extortion, terrorism, and multiple murders. His gang spread fear in areas including Pak Colony, Nazimabad, Lasbela, Soldier Bazaar, and Old Golimar. Daniyal was also engaged in drug trafficking alongside notorious groups led by Riayasat Jadgal, Kashif Dada, and Sajid Majid. According to DIG Raza, he provided weapons and resources to criminals like Ali Dada, Rehmat, Abid, and Waseem Joji. Read less... |
| January - 8 | Two Baloch men, identified as Kiyya (son of Faiz) and Kenagi (son of Bashir) were reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ from their home in Minaz area of Buleda tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 8, reports The Balochistan Po Read more... Two Baloch men, identified as Kiyya (son of Faiz) and Kenagi (son of Bashir) were reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ from their home in Minaz area of Buleda tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 8, reports The Balochistan Post. Read less... |
| January - 8 | Two Baloch teenagers, Asim Qambarani (13) and Bilawal Qambarani (14), were ‘enforced disappeared’ by Security Forces (SFs) from Killi Sarawan area of Kharan District in Balochistan in the evening of January 8, reports The Balochistan Post. According Read more... Two Baloch teenagers, Asim Qambarani (13) and Bilawal Qambarani (14), were ‘enforced disappeared’ by Security Forces (SFs) from Killi Sarawan area of Kharan District in Balochistan in the evening of January 8, reports The Balochistan Post. According to family members, the boys, who study in Quetta, were returning to their hometown for the holidays when they were taken. Read less... |
| January - 8 | On January 8, Afghanistan Journalists Center (AFJC) announced that the Taliban court sentenced Mahdi Ansary, a reporter for the Afghan News Agency (AFKA), to one and a half years in prison, reports Amu TV. AFJC said Ansary disappeared in October 2024 Read more... On January 8, Afghanistan Journalists Center (AFJC) announced that the Taliban court sentenced Mahdi Ansary, a reporter for the Afghan News Agency (AFKA), to one and a half years in prison, reports Amu TV. AFJC said Ansary disappeared in October 2024 after leaving his office in Kabul and was later held at Unit 40 of the Taliban’s General Directorate of Intelligence, where he was convicted of "propaganda against the Islamic Emirate," with his detention time counting toward his sentence. According to a source close to Ansary, his trial was held on January 2, 2025. Read less... |
| January - 8 | On January 8, On January 8, the Taliban-run embassy in Pakistan stated that over 1,000 Afghan migrants were arrested in Islamabad last week (January 1-8), with 142 deported to Afghanistan. (January 1-8), reports Amu TV. The statement said, “It is wor Read more... On January 8, On January 8, the Taliban-run embassy in Pakistan stated that over 1,000 Afghan migrants were arrested in Islamabad last week (January 1-8), with 142 deported to Afghanistan. (January 1-8), reports Amu TV. The statement said, “It is worth mentioning that the deported individuals either had ‘UNHCR tokens’ or their visas had expired,” adding that 50 Afghan nationals remain in special detention centres. Read less... |
| January - 8 | On January 8, Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson, said that the Taliban have appointed Suhail Shaheen, former head of their political office in Qatar, as their new ambassador to Doha (Qatar), Amu TV. Read more... On January 8, Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson, said that the Taliban have appointed Suhail Shaheen, former head of their political office in Qatar, as their new ambassador to Doha (Qatar), Amu TV. Read less... |
| January - 9 | 13 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, five of them carrying a cumulative reward of INR 1.3 million on their heads, surrendered before Security Forces (SFs) in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 9, rep Read more... 13 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, five of them carrying a cumulative reward of INR 1.3 million on their heads, surrendered before Security Forces (SFs) in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 9, reports etvbharat.com. Nandu Avalam alias Durgesh alias Kotesh, and his wife, Deve Madkam alias Chandani, along with cadres Munna Kakem, Sukhram Hemla, Bhima Vekko, and eight other Maoists, turned themselves in before security personnel. The surrendered Maoists were active in the Gondia division of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. Kakem, who carried a bounty of INR 500,000, was the Katam ‘area committee member (ACM)’ under the Andhra-Odisha Border (AOB) division of the CPI-Maoist, the Police said. Hemla was the ‘People's Party Committee Member (PPCM)’ in Platoon No. 10 of the Jagargunda Area Committee, a Police official said, adding he carried a reward of INR 500,000 on his head. The couple were party members of the Malanjkhand Area Committee under the Gondia division of the CPI-Maoist. Vekko was the Pamed Area Committee party member, the official said. The husband-wife duo and Vekko carried a bounty of INR 100,000 each, the official added. Read less... |
| January - 9 | On January 9, a combined team of Kakching District commandos, personnel of 33 Assam Rifles and Hiyanglam Police carried out a search operation at an insurgent’s hideout located at Sekmaijin Hangool Mayai Leikai under the Hiyanglam Police station in K Read more... On January 9, a combined team of Kakching District commandos, personnel of 33 Assam Rifles and Hiyanglam Police carried out a search operation at an insurgent’s hideout located at Sekmaijin Hangool Mayai Leikai under the Hiyanglam Police station in Kakching District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. During the operation, the team recovered one Self Loading Rifle (SLR) without the magazine, one Single Barrel Gun, one country-made 9mm Pistol with an empty magazine, one country-made .32 Pistol, three high explosive hand grenades with arming rings and without detonators, one tube launcher, three live rounds of 9mm ammunition, two 12 Bore cartridges, 10 empty cases of AK Rifle, two stun shells, one tear smoke shell, one tear gas grenade, one stun grenade, one wireless set, two bullets proof cover vests, two pair of tactical boots, one bulletproof helmet and a bag containing rice. Read less... |
| January - 9 | On January 9, a gun battle erupted between Security Forces (SFs) and Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) militants at Longka village in Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports NorthEast Now. No ca Read more... On January 9, a gun battle erupted between Security Forces (SFs) and Yung Aung faction of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K-YA) militants at Longka village in Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh, reports NorthEast Now. No casualties have been reported from either side. Read less... |
| January - 9 | On January 9, Police attached 2 kanals and 1 marla of property belonging to Javid Iqbal, a Pakistan-based terrorist, in Rajdhani village in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Javid Iqbal is wanted in a case register Read more... On January 9, Police attached 2 kanals and 1 marla of property belonging to Javid Iqbal, a Pakistan-based terrorist, in Rajdhani village in Rajouri District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Javid Iqbal is wanted in a case registered at Manjakote Police Station in Rajouri. Read less... |
| January - 9 | On January 9, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI AIR 3 S drone in Dal village in Tarn Taran District of Punjab. Read more... On January 9, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI AIR 3 S drone in Dal village in Tarn Taran District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 9 | On January 9, the Director General of Police (DGP) stated on ‘X’ that Counter Intelligence of Amritsar District of Punjab neutralised a Pakistan-based weapon smuggling racket operated by absconding smuggler Manjot Singh alias Mannu from Dubai in the Read more... On January 9, the Director General of Police (DGP) stated on ‘X’ that Counter Intelligence of Amritsar District of Punjab neutralised a Pakistan-based weapon smuggling racket operated by absconding smuggler Manjot Singh alias Mannu from Dubai in the United Arab Emirate (UAE), and arrested its one unidentified operative and along with two 9MM Glock & one .30 bore Chinese Pistol along with four cartridges in Amritsar District of Punjab. Manjot is using encrypted apps to contact his Pakistan-based weapon smugglers. The arrested accused used to retrieve weapon consignment dropped using drones from across the border and further supply it to the gangsters in various cities of Punjab on the directions of Manjot Singh. Read less... |
| January - 9 | On January 9, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) announced a bounty of INR 500,000 for the absconding United States-based gangster Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passia, over his suspected involvement in grenade attacks on a house in Sector 10, Chan Read more... On January 9, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) announced a bounty of INR 500,000 for the absconding United States-based gangster Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passia, over his suspected involvement in grenade attacks on a house in Sector 10, Chandigarh (Union Territory), on September 11 and multiple attacks across the Punjab Police stations in 2024, reports ETV Bharat. The NIA has filed an application in the Chandigarh District Court seeking an arrest warrant against Passia in connection with these incidents. The NIA spokesperson stated that investigations into the Sector-10 attack revealed Passia orchestrated the assault while working for Pakistan-based Khalistani operative Harvinder Singh Rinda of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI). Earlier, SATP had reported these incidents. Read less... |
| January - 9 | On January 9, United States (US) Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti said that India and the US are united in the fight against terrorism and working on de-radicalisation of vulnerable communities, reports The Indian Express. “…Our collaboration extend Read more... On January 9, United States (US) Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti said that India and the US are united in the fight against terrorism and working on de-radicalisation of vulnerable communities, reports The Indian Express. “…Our collaboration extends beyond fighting terrorism…but also how we can de-radicalise communities by investing in opportunities in some of our poorest areas, reaching out to communities who feel like they are on the grip and ensure that those who threaten peace and stability will face accountability,” Garcetti said in his address on “Peace and the role of the US-India defence and security partnership”. “Our cooperation includes increased information sharing, capacity building and coordinated efforts to bring perpetrators to justice. I hope you will see in the (Tahawwur) Rana (a key conspirator in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack) case in a matter of weeks, if not just a few months from now, who is responsible for the attacks here,” Garcetti said. Read less... |
| January - 9 | Security Forces (SFs) killed three wanted Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in an encounter in the hilly terrains between Paliguda-Gundarajgudem villages in Sukma District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 9, reports Read more... Security Forces (SFs) killed three wanted Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in an encounter in the hilly terrains between Paliguda-Gundarajgudem villages in Sukma District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 9, reports newsriveting.com. The bodies have been recovered by the SFs along with a huge cache of arms and ammunition, including a BGL launcher, from the site. The operation was launched by a joint team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Special Task Force (STF) of Chhattisgarh Police, and elite Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) commandos from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) based on the intelligence tip-off about the presence of top Maoist leaders in the area. Police suspect that the killed Maoists had been affiliated with the People's Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA) organisation and the South Bastar Division Committee of the CPI-Maoist. The identity of the slain Maoists is yet to be ascertained. Read less... |
| January - 9 | A group of armed cadres from an unidentified insurgent group blocked the Kolpur highway in Dasht area of Kachhi District in Balochistan in the night of January 9, seizing weapons from Levies personnel and torching machinery at a cement factory, repor Read more... A group of armed cadres from an unidentified insurgent group blocked the Kolpur highway in Dasht area of Kachhi District in Balochistan in the night of January 9, seizing weapons from Levies personnel and torching machinery at a cement factory, reports The Balochistan Post. The cadres reportedly controlled the highway for more than two hours, stopping vehicles and searching passengers. The group overran a Levies checkpoint, confiscating weapons and motorcycles before setting the post on fire. Machinery at a nearby cement factory was also destroyed in the attack. Read less... |
| January - 9 | At least 17 civilian construction labourers working in a Government installation were abducted by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in the Qabal Khel area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on the morning of January 9, reports Th Read more... At least 17 civilian construction labourers working in a Government installation were abducted by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in the Qabal Khel area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on the morning of January 9, reports The Khorasan Diary. Their vehicle was set on fire. TTP released a 24-second video allegedly showing the abducted workers. Later the day, eight of the kidnapped labourers were recovered by the Security Forces (SFs), some of them with injuries. Read less... |
| January - 9 | Security Forces (SFs) on January 9 reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ three shopkeepers during a raid in Zehri town of Khuzdar District in Balochistan, reports The Balochistan Post. Local traders said the detainees remain in custody and their identiti Read more... Security Forces (SFs) on January 9 reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ three shopkeepers during a raid in Zehri town of Khuzdar District in Balochistan, reports The Balochistan Post. Local traders said the detainees remain in custody and their identities have not been disclosed. They held a sit-in outside the Police Station, demanding the immediate release of the shopkeepers. Read less... |
| January - 9 | Three Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants were killed during a joint intelligence-based operation (IBO) conducted by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) and Police on Tajori Road Canal near Malang Adda under the jurisdiction of Gumbela Poli Read more... Three Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants were killed during a joint intelligence-based operation (IBO) conducted by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) and Police on Tajori Road Canal near Malang Adda under the jurisdiction of Gumbela Police Station in Lakki Marwat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 9, reports ARY News. According to the CTD spokesperson, there was an exchange of gunfire between the Security Forces (SFs) and the militants that lasted for approximately half an hour. After the firing ceased, a search operation was launched and three of the militants were found dead, while their accomplices managed to escape. The killed militants were wanted in cases of attacks on SFs, facilitation, reconnaissance, and targeted killings. They were associated with the Tipu Gul group of TTP. The dead militants were identified as Shafiq Nawaz, Gard Muhammad Mujahid alias Jahadiyar and Fida-ur-Rehman alias Anas alias Gul. Weapons, ammunition, mobile phones, and night vision guns were recovered from the possession of the dead militants. Read less... |
| January - 9 | During a visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Taliban foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi met with UAE foreign minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and regional development, reports Amu TV on Read more... During a visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Taliban foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi met with UAE foreign minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and regional development, reports Amu TV on January 9. Read less... |
| January - 9 | Mohammad Sadeq Motamedian, the governor of Tehran Province (Iran), called on undocumented Afghan migrants to voluntarily leave Iran through a self-reporting process, either individually or with their families, reports Amu TV on January 9. Sadeq said, Read more... Mohammad Sadeq Motamedian, the governor of Tehran Province (Iran), called on undocumented Afghan migrants to voluntarily leave Iran through a self-reporting process, either individually or with their families, reports Amu TV on January 9. Sadeq said, “One of the main plans of the Tehran governorate regarding migrants is the return of foreign nationals who, for various reasons, have entered the province illegally in recent months and are residing here…We have worked to accelerate the process and provide the necessary facilities to ensure their return is as smooth as possible.” Further, he said, “Our warning to this group is to take the law seriously and report themselves to the designated centre so their return can be facilitated legally…Otherwise, law enforcement and other relevant agencies will take action to detain and deport them through legal channels.” Read less... |
| January - 9 | Taliban's spokesperson announced that the supreme leader Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada appointed Mawlawi Kabir, former deputy prime minister for political affairs, as the acting Minister of Refugees and Repatriations, reports Afghan Analyst on January Read more... Taliban's spokesperson announced that the supreme leader Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada appointed Mawlawi Kabir, former deputy prime minister for political affairs, as the acting Minister of Refugees and Repatriations, reports Afghan Analyst on January 9. The appointment follows the death of the former Minister of Refugees and Repatriations, Khalil ur-Rahman Haqqani, who was killed in a suicide attack in Kabul on December 11, 2024, claimed by Islamic State Khorasan Province (IS-KP). Earlier, SATP had reported that Khalil was killed along with his three bodyguards. Read less... |
| January - 10 | A letter from the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was found pasted on a house in the village of Jadcharla in the name of the Lachanna Dal of the CPI-Maoist State Committee in Mahbubnagar District of Telangana on January 10, reports ntnew Read more... A letter from the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was found pasted on a house in the village of Jadcharla in the name of the Lachanna Dal of the CPI-Maoist State Committee in Mahbubnagar District of Telangana on January 10, reports ntnews.com. In the letter, the Jadcharla Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA), his brother, and followers were warned to change their ways; otherwise, they would face punishment in a public court. MLA Anirudh Reddy was accused of forcibly grabbing the lands of the poor. It was stated that the MLA and his followers were threatening companies in the Balanagar and Rajapur areas and collecting money. Read less... |
| January - 10 | A potential tragedy was averted with the recovery of four improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), to target Security Forces (SFs), from the Kachchapal-Toke Road under Kohakmeta Police Station limit Read more... A potential tragedy was averted with the recovery of four improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), to target Security Forces (SFs), from the Kachchapal-Toke Road under Kohakmeta Police Station limits in Narayanpur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 10, reports Business Standard. The IEDs, weighing 5 kilograms each, were later defused by a Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS). Read less... |
| January - 10 | On January 10, a joint operation of Manipur Police and 38 Assam Rifles arrested a suspected cadre of the Hmar People’s Convention-Democratic (HPC-D), identified as Lalchuoilo Hmar (48), from a hideout located at Barak River bank near Tuisolen village Read more... On January 10, a joint operation of Manipur Police and 38 Assam Rifles arrested a suspected cadre of the Hmar People’s Convention-Democratic (HPC-D), identified as Lalchuoilo Hmar (48), from a hideout located at Barak River bank near Tuisolen village in Jiribam District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. They also recovered 20 explosive Sticks, 11 detonators, one metre of safety fuse and 44 soap caps containing brown colour powder suspected to be contraband drugs (Brown Sugar), weighing 457 grams worth around INR 20, 00, 000 in the local markets. Read less... |
| January - 10 | On January 10, a single-judge bench of Justice Pratibha M Singh of Delhi High Court ruled that giving support to a terrorist organisation, either monetarily or in the form of networking or meetings, is clearly prohibited under the Unlawful Activities Read more... On January 10, a single-judge bench of Justice Pratibha M Singh of Delhi High Court ruled that giving support to a terrorist organisation, either monetarily or in the form of networking or meetings, is clearly prohibited under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), reports The Times of India. The ruling was given in a dismissal of the appeal moved by an accused Zafar Abbas in connection with an alleged terror funding case. The court, observed, "Such support could include monetary support, assistance in arranging meetings, managing meetings to support or further the activity of the terrorist organisation, and receiving money which could be used for terrorism. Broadly, therefore, support to a terrorist organisation either monetarily or otherwise in the form of networking and meetings is clearly prohibited." Abbas was ccused of opening fraudulent bank accounts using fake PAN cards and other documents and transferring funds through the accounts for various illegal and unlawful activities, including monetary benefits to other overground workers (OGWs) of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). The Delhi high court has ruled that preparing to commit an act likely to cause death, injury, loss, or destruction constitutes a “terrorist act” under UAPA, clarifying that such preparatory actions also fall within the ambit of the anti-terror law, which aims to prevent grave offenses threatening national security, adds Hindustan Times. Read less... |
| January - 10 | On January 10, National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Bengaluru (Karnataka) filed a supplementary chargesheet against Vikram Kumar alias Chota Usman in connection with the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) linked radicalisation case, reports India Today. H Read more... On January 10, National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Bengaluru (Karnataka) filed a supplementary chargesheet against Vikram Kumar alias Chota Usman in connection with the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) linked radicalisation case, reports India Today. He is a resident of Begusarai in Bihar. The NIA took over the case from the Bengaluru Police in October 2023. The case pertains to the seizure of arms, ammunition and digital devices, including two walkie-talkies, from the accused persons who had conspired to commit terror activities in Bengaluru. Kumar came in contact with T Naseer, who is in life imprisonment in a terror case at the Bengaluru Central Prison. Following the release of Naseer, Vikram remained in touch with Naseer and another accused, Junaid Ahmed, who was absconding. In May 2023, acting on Junaid’s instructions, Vikram collected a parcel containing hand grenades and walkie-talkies from Haryana's Ambala and delivered it to other accused persons in Bengaluru. The arms were intended to help Naseer escape during a court transfer. "The conspiracy was aimed at promoting the proscribed terrorist organisation LeT’s goal to disrupt India’s unity, integrity, security and sovereignty," NIA said. Earlier NIA filed a chargesheet against eight people, including Ahmed in the case. Read less... |
| January - 10 | On January 10, Police filed charge sheets before the National Investigation Agency (NIA) court against Muneer Hussain, Tanveer Ahmed, Noor Alam, and Kunj Lal in Doda District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Read more... On January 10, Police filed charge sheets before the National Investigation Agency (NIA) court against Muneer Hussain, Tanveer Ahmed, Noor Alam, and Kunj Lal in Doda District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Read less... |
| January - 10 | On January 10, Police filed charge sheets before the National Investigation Agency (NIA) court against Shoket Ali under Section 19 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), supported militant groups by providing them food and other logistic Read more... On January 10, Police filed charge sheets before the National Investigation Agency (NIA) court against Shoket Ali under Section 19 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), supported militant groups by providing them food and other logistic things in the Doda District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. He was charged under Section 19 of UAPA, against three killed foreign terrorists, offences under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Read less... |
| January - 10 | On January 10, Punjab Police arrested a suspected Khalistan Commando Force (KCF) terrorist, Jashanpreet Singh (20), in Ghugus village in Chandrapur District in Maharashtra, reports Times of India. Jashanpreet was the mastermind behind the grenade att Read more... On January 10, Punjab Police arrested a suspected Khalistan Commando Force (KCF) terrorist, Jashanpreet Singh (20), in Ghugus village in Chandrapur District in Maharashtra, reports Times of India. Jashanpreet was the mastermind behind the grenade attack on Islamabad Police station in Amritsar District on December 17, 2024. Additionally, Police said two of his accomplices were arrested, along with firearms, grenades, and substantial quantities of heroin and were roped in suspected by Jashanpreet. Read less... |
| January - 10 | On January 10, the Delhi Police’s Special Cell and Jharkhand Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested Shahbaz Ansari, an operative of Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), in a raid carried out in the Chanho Police station area in Ranchi District of Read more... On January 10, the Delhi Police’s Special Cell and Jharkhand Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested Shahbaz Ansari, an operative of Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), in a raid carried out in the Chanho Police station area in Ranchi District of Jharkhand, reports Munsif News. Ansari’s arrest is associated with the Jharkhand Police ATS arrest of eight suspects linked to AQIS, six others undergoing training in Rajasthan on August 22, 2024, adds The New Indian Express. He was absconding in this case. As of now, a total of nine suspected terrorists have been arrested from Jharkhand. The list of their names included, Mohammed Modabbir, Mohammed Rizwan, Mufti Rahmatullah Majhiri, Matiur Rahman, Enamul Ansari and Shahbaz, all from Chanho in Ranchi, Ishtiaq Ahmed from Bariatu in Ranchi, Faizaan Ahmed from Hazaribagh and Iltaf Ansari from Lohardaga. Read less... |
| January - 10 | Security Forces (SFs) discovered two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during anti-Maoist operation in the Awapalli area in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on Janua Read more... Security Forces (SFs) discovered two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during anti-Maoist operation in the Awapalli area in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 10, reports indiatvnews.com. The explosives were found by a joint team of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and local Police while they were clearing the road in Murdanda village under the Awapalli Police Station area. As per the report, the IEDs, were made using empty beer bottles to dodge the SFs. The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) successfully destroyed the IEDs, preventing a major disaster. Read less... |
| January - 10 | Six Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres operating in the coastal and hilly regions of Karnataka surrendered before Chief Minister Siddaramaiah at his home office, Krishna, in Bengaluru on January 10, reports Hindustan Times. However, Read more... Six Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres operating in the coastal and hilly regions of Karnataka surrendered before Chief Minister Siddaramaiah at his home office, Krishna, in Bengaluru on January 10, reports Hindustan Times. However, they have yet to hand over their weapons, which are believed to be disposed of in the forest. Efforts are underway by the Police to recover these weapons. The surrendered group included members from Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, presenting a regional collaboration against Naxalism [Left Wing Extremism, LWE]. However, one expelled member remains at large, and authorities are working to arrest him. The group includes four Maoists from Karnataka: Mundagaru Latha from Sringeri, Vanajakshi Balehole from Kalasa, Sundari Kutluru from Dakshina Kannada, and Mareppa Aroli from Raichur. The other two are Vasantha K from Vellore in Tamil Nadu and N Jeesha from Wayanad in Kerala. Read less... |
| January - 10 | An Afghan Border Security Force personnel was killed and two other personnel sustained injuries on January 10 when a mortar hit a bunker during an exchange of fire between the Security Forces (SFs) of Pakistan and Afghanistan in Sarkano District of K Read more... An Afghan Border Security Force personnel was killed and two other personnel sustained injuries on January 10 when a mortar hit a bunker during an exchange of fire between the Security Forces (SFs) of Pakistan and Afghanistan in Sarkano District of Kunar Province in Afghanistan which lies adjacent to Bajaur District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports The Khorasan Diary. There were more than 50 rounds fired. After the mortar shells landed, hundreds of families left their homes, locals in Kunar told The Khorasan Diary. Reports had emerged of helicopter shelling in Salarzai area of Bajaur District close to the border on January 9, but there was no official confirmation. The area has been in the thickets of violence after a video of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) appeared while hoisting their flag, which according to Pakistani officials was an abandoned post. There were no comments from Pakistan or Afghanistan on the recent firing on the border. Read less... |
| January - 10 | Five terrorists were killed in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Maddi area of Dera Ismail Khan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 10, reports Dawn. A statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said Security Forces (SFs) cond Read more... Five terrorists were killed in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Maddi area of Dera Ismail Khan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 10, reports Dawn. A statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said Security Forces (SFs) conducted an IBO in Maddi area on the reported presence of terrorists. Statement said the SFs effectively engaged the terrorists at their location due to which, five, including ringleader Shafiullah alias Shafi were sent to hell. Read less... |
| January - 10 | The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on January 10 registered a terror case against “unknown miscreants” for their abduction of 17 workers of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), reports Dawn. Earlier, South Asia Te Read more... The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on January 10 registered a terror case against “unknown miscreants” for their abduction of 17 workers of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), reports Dawn. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) quoting The Khorasan Diary reported that 17 civilian construction labourers working in a Government installation were abducted by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in the Qabal Khel area of Lakki Marwat District on the morning of January 9, reports The Khorasan Diary. Their vehicle was set on fire. TTP released a 24-second video allegedly showing the abducted workers. Later the day, eight of the kidnapped labourers were recovered by the Security Forces (SFs), some of them with injuries. Read less... |
| January - 10 | Three civilians were injured in a blast from an improvised explosive device (IED) targeting a truck carrying Frontier Corps (FC) personnel near Chaman railway station in Chaman town (Chaman District) of Balochistan on January 10, reports Dawn. A stat Read more... Three civilians were injured in a blast from an improvised explosive device (IED) targeting a truck carrying Frontier Corps (FC) personnel near Chaman railway station in Chaman town (Chaman District) of Balochistan on January 10, reports Dawn. A statement from Rabia Tariq, public relations officer for the Balochistan Inspector General of Police’s office, said that a blast from a motorcycle planted with an IED targeted an FC truck carrying personnel from an Army fort to an FC fort. It added that all FC personnel remained unharmed while three civilians were injured in the incident. Read less... |
| January - 10 | On January 10, Abbas Stanekzai, Taliban's deputy foreign minister, announced on ‘X’ that they have evidence of Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) training centres in Pakistan, reports Afghanistan International. He stated that the Pakistani army Read more... On January 10, Abbas Stanekzai, Taliban's deputy foreign minister, announced on ‘X’ that they have evidence of Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) training centres in Pakistan, reports Afghanistan International. He stated that the Pakistani army supplies weapons to IS-KP and sends them to Afghanistan for attacks. He added that IS-KP members in Taliban prisons confessed to being trained in Pakistan, supported by videos. The Taliban, he said, had repeatedly warned Pakistan about this. Read less... |
| January - 10 | Pakistani forces launched mortar shell attacks on the Nawa Pass area in Sarkani District of Kunar Province on January 10, reports Amu TV. According to the sources, shells struck residential homes, causing significant damage and forcing residents to f Read more... Pakistani forces launched mortar shell attacks on the Nawa Pass area in Sarkani District of Kunar Province on January 10, reports Amu TV. According to the sources, shells struck residential homes, causing significant damage and forcing residents to flee their homes. In response, the Taliban reportedly took retaliatory action, though details about casualties or the extent of damage from the clashes remain unclear. Read less... |
| January - 10 | Taliban-run supreme court announced that a man was publicly flogged with 39 lashes and sentenced to a year in prison in Gardez District of Paktiya Province, reports Amu TV on January 10. Read more... Taliban-run supreme court announced that a man was publicly flogged with 39 lashes and sentenced to a year in prison in Gardez District of Paktiya Province, reports Amu TV on January 10. Read less... |
| January - 10 | Taliban-run supreme court announced that A man was publicly flogged with 39 lashes and sentenced to four years in prison in Muqur District of Ghazni Province, reports Amu TV on January 10. Read more... Taliban-run supreme court announced that A man was publicly flogged with 39 lashes and sentenced to four years in prison in Muqur District of Ghazni Province, reports Amu TV on January 10. Read less... |
| January - 10 | Taliban-run supreme court announced that five civilians, including three women, were flogged with 8 to 36 lashes for charges ranging from “illicit relationships” to theft and sentenced to 6 months to a year in prison in Alasay District of Kapisa Prov Read more... Taliban-run supreme court announced that five civilians, including three women, were flogged with 8 to 36 lashes for charges ranging from “illicit relationships” to theft and sentenced to 6 months to a year in prison in Alasay District of Kapisa Province, reports Amu TV on January 10. Read less... |
| January - 11 | A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was injured in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) when a team of CRPF's 196th battalion was on an area domination operation in the Mahadev G Read more... A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper was injured in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) when a team of CRPF's 196th battalion was on an area domination operation in the Mahadev Ghat area in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 11, reports etvbharat.com. During a patrol, the CRPF trooper stepped on a pressure-activated IED, triggering the explosion and leaving him injured. Read less... |
| January - 11 | A senior woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, carrying a reward of INR 800,000 on her head, and her associate have been arrested from Kaudosalhebhat village in Kanker District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 11, Read more... A senior woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, carrying a reward of INR 800,000 on her head, and her associate have been arrested from Kaudosalhebhat village in Kanker District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 11, reports Telangana Today. Malti alias Raje (48), a ‘divisional committee member (DCM)’ of Maoists, and Shyamnath Usendi, who had given her shelter in his house, were arrested in the Koyalibeda Police Station area, Inspector General of Police (IGP), Bastar Range, Sundarraj P said. Raje was in charge of the Rowghat area committee under the North Bastar division of Maoists. Raje’s husband, Prabhakar alias Balmuri Rao, a ‘special zonal committee’-rank cadre, was arrested on December 22 last year from Kanker, the IGP said. Read less... |
| January - 11 | Macha Somaiah alias Surender alias Satish (62), serving as the ‘district committee secretary’ and ‘in-charge of the agriculture wing’ for the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) party, surrendered to Police in Jayashankar Bhupalpally Distric Read more... Macha Somaiah alias Surender alias Satish (62), serving as the ‘district committee secretary’ and ‘in-charge of the agriculture wing’ for the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) party, surrendered to Police in Jayashankar Bhupalpally District of Telangana on January 11, reports Deccan Chronicle. Somaiah, hailing from Pambapur village in Bhupalpally Mandal (administrative sub division), joined the Maoist organisation in 1990, encouraged by Gali Agaiah alias Janardhan, the former Mahadevpur ‘area committee secretary’. Over the past 32 years, Somaiah operated as an underground cadre, participating in numerous violent incidents across Telangana and Chhattisgarh. Senior CPI-Maoist cadres over 60 years old, like Somaiah, have been increasingly affected by health issues and lack adequate medical care due to intensified anti-extremist operations in Chhattisgarh. Frustrated with the Maoist party’s inability to provide necessary support, Somaiah was motivated by Telangana government’s rehabilitation schemes aimed at helping surrendered cadres lead peaceful lives with their families. Read less... |
| January - 11 | Nine Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, allegedly involved in attacks on Security Forces (SFs) and carrying a cumulative bounty of INR 4.3 million, surrendered in Sukma District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 11, Read more... Nine Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, allegedly involved in attacks on Security Forces (SFs) and carrying a cumulative bounty of INR 4.3 million, surrendered in Sukma District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 11, reports The Telegraph. The cadres, including two women, turned themselves in before senior officials from the Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), citing disappointment with “hollow” and “inhuman” Maoist ideology and infighting within the outlawed outfit, Sukma Superintendent of Police (SP) Kiran Chavan said. Ransai alias Oyam Buska (34), the ‘commander’ of platoon no. 24 of Maoists, and Pradip alias Ravva Rakesh (20), a member under a company wing of People's Liberation Guerilla Army (PLGA) battalion no. 1, were carrying a reward of INR 800,000 each. Four other cadres carried a reward of INR 500,000, a woman Maoist carried a reward of INR 300,000, and two others, including a woman, carried a bounty of INR 200,000 each. Ransai was allegedly involved in attacks, including the Jhara Ghati ambush in Narayanpur district in 2007, wherein seven Policemen were killed; the 2007 Ranibodli (Bijapur District) attack, in which 55 security personnel died; the 2017 ambush in Burkapal (Sukma), where 25 CRPF personnel were killed and the 2020 Minpa ambush (Sukma) that killed 17 security personnel. The other surrendered cadres were also involved in multiple attacks on SFs. Read less... |
| January - 11 | On January 11, Security Forces (SFs) conducted a search and area domination operation, resulting in the recovery of an AK-56 Rifle with one magazine, one .303 Rifle with one magazine, one 9mm Pistol country made with one magazine, one 12mm Single Bar Read more... On January 11, Security Forces (SFs) conducted a search and area domination operation, resulting in the recovery of an AK-56 Rifle with one magazine, one .303 Rifle with one magazine, one 9mm Pistol country made with one magazine, one 12mm Single Barrel Rifle, three 12mm Single Barrel Rifle country made and a 36 Hand Grenade (Chinese origin), from Old Gelmol Village in Churachandpur District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. Read less... |
| January - 11 | On January 11, Security Forces (SFs) conducted a search and area domination operation, resulting in the recovery of two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) (approximately 1 kg each) and one IED (approximately 5 kg), from Chavangphai and Govajang vill Read more... On January 11, Security Forces (SFs) conducted a search and area domination operation, resulting in the recovery of two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) (approximately 1 kg each) and one IED (approximately 5 kg), from Chavangphai and Govajang village areas under Moreh-Police Station in Tengnoupal District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. Read less... |
| January - 11 | On January 11, the Indian Army launched a search operation following reports of suspicious movements by villagers in the Bhattal area in the Jogiwan forest area near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Akhnoor sector in Jammu District of Jammu and Kashm Read more... On January 11, the Indian Army launched a search operation following reports of suspicious movements by villagers in the Bhattal area in the Jogiwan forest area near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Akhnoor sector in Jammu District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Read less... |
| January - 11 | A person, identified as Jameel, son of Malik Dadullah, who was associated with Government-backed militias, locally known as ‘death squads’ was shot dead while another person, Meraj Arif, sustained injuries when motorcycle bourne unidentified assistan Read more... A person, identified as Jameel, son of Malik Dadullah, who was associated with Government-backed militias, locally known as ‘death squads’ was shot dead while another person, Meraj Arif, sustained injuries when motorcycle bourne unidentified assistants opened fire in the Kohad area of Tump tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 11, reports The Balochistan Post. Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility of the attack. The BLA’s intelligence wing, ZIRAB, has identified other collaborators who will soon face similar actions, BLA ‘spokesperson’ Jeeyand Baloch warned. Read less... |
| January - 11 | A soldier was killed when a Security Forces' water-carrying vehicle was targeted by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the Spinwam area of North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 11, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... A soldier was killed when a Security Forces' water-carrying vehicle was targeted by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the Spinwam area of North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 11, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 11 | A soldier, who was standing guard outside a military outpost in the Tump Azian area of Kech District in Balochistan, was killed in a Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) sniper attack on January 11, reports The Balochistan Post. BLF claimed responsibil Read more... A soldier, who was standing guard outside a military outpost in the Tump Azian area of Kech District in Balochistan, was killed in a Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) sniper attack on January 11, reports The Balochistan Post. BLF claimed responsibility for the sniper attack. Read less... |
| January - 11 | Armed men attacked three vehicles transporting minerals in the Badal Karez Cross area of Nushki District in Balochistan on January 11, reports The Balochistan Post. One vehicle was set ablaze, while the other two were severely damaged by gunfire. Bal Read more... Armed men attacked three vehicles transporting minerals in the Badal Karez Cross area of Nushki District in Balochistan on January 11, reports The Balochistan Post. One vehicle was set ablaze, while the other two were severely damaged by gunfire. Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility of the attack. Read less... |
| January - 11 | At least four terrorists were killed during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Gariyum area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 11, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... At least four terrorists were killed during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Gariyum area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 11, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 11 | At least two soldiers were injured when Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres ambushed military personnel in Splinji area of Mastung District in Balochistan on January 11, reports The Balochistan Post. Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibilit Read more... At least two soldiers were injured when Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres ambushed military personnel in Splinji area of Mastung District in Balochistan on January 11, reports The Balochistan Post. Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility of the attack. Read less... |
| January - 11 | Security Forces (SFs) on January 11 neutralised an Afghan national linked to terrorism in the country during an operation in Zhob District of Balochistan, reports Dawn. In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, “On January 11, Read more... Security Forces (SFs) on January 11 neutralised an Afghan national linked to terrorism in the country during an operation in Zhob District of Balochistan, reports Dawn. In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, “On January 11, 2025, an Afghan national, involved in terrorism inside Pakistan, was killed in the Sambaza area of Zhob district of Balochistan. The individual was identified as Muhammad Khan Ahmedkhel, son of Haji Qasim Dawran Khan, resident of Bilorai village in Wazekhwa District of Paktika Province in Afghanistan”. The statement said Ahmedkhel’s body was handed over to Afghan officials on January 20 after necessary procedural formalities. “Such incidents are irrefutable evidence of the involvement of Afghan nationals in terrorist activities in Pakistan,” the statement added. Read less... |
| January - 11 | Six terrorists and two Security Force (SF) personnel were killed in an exchange of fire in Zangoti area of Datta Khel tehsil (revenue unit) of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 11, reports Dawn. The clash occurred in the Zang Read more... Six terrorists and two Security Force (SF) personnel were killed in an exchange of fire in Zangoti area of Datta Khel tehsil (revenue unit) of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 11, reports Dawn. The clash occurred in the Zangoti area, where around a dozen terrorists stormed a SF checkpoint with light and heavy weapons. Two SF personnel were also injured in the crossfire. Read less... |
| January - 11 | Unidentified assistants attacked the camp of Mohabbat Khan Marri, who was associated with Government-backed militias, locally known as ‘death squads’ in Londo Noy Shim area of Kohlu District in Balochistan on January 11, reports The Balochistan Post. Read more... Unidentified assistants attacked the camp of Mohabbat Khan Marri, who was associated with Government-backed militias, locally known as ‘death squads’ in Londo Noy Shim area of Kohlu District in Balochistan on January 11, reports The Balochistan Post. While Mohabbat Khan Marri was killed, three other persons sustained injuries in the assault. The attackers set fire to the camp and seized weapons before fleeing the scene. Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility of the attack. BLA ‘spokesperson’ Jeeyand Baloch, in a statement to the media, warned collaborators in the region to cease supporting Pakistani forces or face dire consequences. Read less... |
| January - 11 | On January 11, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) arrested 58 Rohingyas on charges of illegally entering Bangladesh, along with five smugglers, from Busirmukh area of Nayapara Union in Alikadam upazila (Sub-District) of Bandarban District in Chittagong Di Read more... On January 11, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) arrested 58 Rohingyas on charges of illegally entering Bangladesh, along with five smugglers, from Busirmukh area of Nayapara Union in Alikadam upazila (Sub-District) of Bandarban District in Chittagong Division, reports Prothom Alo. A truck, a private car and a motorcycle were seized in the operation. The arrested smugglers are Ariful Islam (25), Nazrul Islam (45), Jamal Uddin (27), Khorshed Alam (57), and Abu Huzaifa (32). The detained Rohingyas told BGB that they had infiltrated through the boundary of Menchang Mro Para area between border pillars 56 and 57 of the Alikadam border. Read less... |
| January - 11 | On January 11, the Chief Advisor's Press Wing said that Police investigation revealed that of the 1,415 complaints of attacks and vandalism against minorities surrounding the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government, 98.4 per cent were politically motiva Read more... On January 11, the Chief Advisor's Press Wing said that Police investigation revealed that of the 1,415 complaints of attacks and vandalism against minorities surrounding the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government, 98.4 per cent were politically motivated, reports Prothom Alo. 1.59 per cent of the incidents were communal. This information emerged from a police investigation into these incidents that occurred from August 4 to August 20, 2024. The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council alleged that there were 2,100 incidents of communal violence between August 4 and August 20. Police said that of these incidents, 1,769 were reported as attacks and vandalism. The Police said that out of 1,769 complaints, they investigated 1,415 complaints. The remaining 354 are under investigation. Of the investigated complaints, 1,254 were found to be true. The remaining 161 were not found to be true. Of the complaints that were found to be true, 1,234 (98.4%) were politically motivated. 20 (1.59%) were communally motivated. Read less... |
| January - 12 | A 10-year-old girl was injured when a pressure improvised explosive device (IED) planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) went off on the outskirts of Timmapuram village under Chintalnar Police Station area in Sukma District in the Bas Read more... A 10-year-old girl was injured when a pressure improvised explosive device (IED) planted by Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) went off on the outskirts of Timmapuram village under Chintalnar Police Station area in Sukma District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 12, reports The Hindu. The girl inadvertently stepped over the pressure IED, triggering the blast, Police said. Read less... |
| January - 12 | A top-ranking Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader, Rahul Yadav alias Vikas Ji alias Bakra Vikas, has been arrested near an automobile showroom on the Rafiganj-Shivganj Road under Rafiganj Police Station limits in Aurangabad District o Read more... A top-ranking Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader, Rahul Yadav alias Vikas Ji alias Bakra Vikas, has been arrested near an automobile showroom on the Rafiganj-Shivganj Road under Rafiganj Police Station limits in Aurangabad District of Bihar on January 12, reports The New Indian Express. Rahul was wanted in connection with 23 cases of Maoist activities across Aurangabad and its adjoining districts. He is believed to be the ‘regional commander’ of CPI-Maoist in Bihar. Read less... |
| January - 12 | At least five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including two women cadres, were killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in a forest in the Indravati National Park area in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Ch Read more... At least five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including two women cadres, were killed in an encounter with the Security Forces (SFs) in a forest in the Indravati National Park area in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 12, reports The Times of India. Based on specific inputs about the presence of Maoists in the jungle area of the National Park, a team of SFs had left on an anti-Maoist operation during which there was an intermittent exchange of firings between the forces and the Maoists. The SFs have recovered five dead bodies of the Maoists (identities are yet to be ascertained) in uniform along with a Self-Loading Rifle (SLR), two rifles, a 12-bore gun, a grenade launcher, country made guns and explosives from the encounter site. There has been no report of any security personnel sustaining injuries in the gun battle. Read less... |
| January - 12 | Earlier, on January 12, six IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices) suspected to have been planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were recovered from the forested and hilly areas between Tumbahaka and Bagan Gulgulda under the Tonto P Read more... Earlier, on January 12, six IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices) suspected to have been planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were recovered from the forested and hilly areas between Tumbahaka and Bagan Gulgulda under the Tonto Police Station area in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand, reports daijiworld.com. Read less... |
| January - 12 | On January 12, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone and 650 grams of heroin in MullaKot village in the Amritsar District of Punjab. Read more... On January 12, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone and 650 grams of heroin in MullaKot village in the Amritsar District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 12 | On January 12, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered one DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone and 546 grams of heroin in Didowal village in Gurdaspur District of Punjab. Read more... On January 12, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered one DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone and 546 grams of heroin in Didowal village in Gurdaspur District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 12 | On January 12, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that troops intercepted the movement of a drone and recovered two packets, including one Glock pistol with a magazine, and heroin weighing 548 grams near Tendi Wala Village in Ferozepur Dis Read more... On January 12, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that troops intercepted the movement of a drone and recovered two packets, including one Glock pistol with a magazine, and heroin weighing 548 grams near Tendi Wala Village in Ferozepur District of Punjab. An iron hook attached to the consignment indicates that a Pakistani drone delivered it. Read less... |
| January - 12 | The Delhi and Jharkhand Police uncovered a plan to establish a training camp for Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) on Nakata Hill, located at the border of Ranchi and Latehar Districts in Jharkhand, reports daijiworld on January 12. This rev Read more... The Delhi and Jharkhand Police uncovered a plan to establish a training camp for Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) on Nakata Hill, located at the border of Ranchi and Latehar Districts in Jharkhand, reports daijiworld on January 12. This revelation emerged during the interrogation of AQIS operative, identified as Shahbaz Ansari, who was arrested on January 10, 2024. Ansari revealed that the module primarily targeted less-educated and working-class persons, who were indoctrinated to join the AQIS. He has also disclosed the names of several other suspects, prompting ATS efforts to gather further intelligence on these individuals. The mastermind behind the AQIS plans in the region was Ishtiaq Ahmed, a radiologist at a private hospital in Ranchi. Ahmed, who was apprehended by the Delhi Police Special Cell in August, had formed a terror module named the "Ranchi Radical Group" (RRG) to recruit and train individuals for extremist activities. Read less... |
| January - 12 | The Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) condemned the Meghalaya Government’s plan to establish land banks under the Investment Meghalaya Agency (IMA), reports NorthEast Now on January 12. In a statement, the HNLC alleged that the Meghalaya Read more... The Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) condemned the Meghalaya Government’s plan to establish land banks under the Investment Meghalaya Agency (IMA), reports NorthEast Now on January 12. In a statement, the HNLC alleged that the Meghalaya government’s assurances regarding the protection of indigenous land rights are misleading and pose a serious threat to the autonomy and territorial rights of the Hynniewtrep people. The HNLC expressed concern that the IMA’s mandate to purchase and manage land directly undermines the Land Transfer Act, which aims to protect indigenous lands from encroachment. The HNLC urged all indigenous communities, traditional leaders, and well-wishers to stand united in defense of their ancestral lands, asserting that they will not surrender their rightful control over their land to the highest bidder. Read less... |
| January - 12 | A Levies Force personnel, Zakria Zaheer, who was previously released after being reportedly forcibly disappeared allegedly by Security Forces (SFs), shot dead by unidentified assistants in Gwadar town (Gwadar District) of Balochistan on January 12, r Read more... A Levies Force personnel, Zakria Zaheer, who was previously released after being reportedly forcibly disappeared allegedly by Security Forces (SFs), shot dead by unidentified assistants in Gwadar town (Gwadar District) of Balochistan on January 12, reports The Balochistan Post. Zakria Zaheer was reportedly abducted on September 27, 2024, and later released. Read less... |
| January - 12 | A prominent faction of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) from North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa led by ‘commander’ Ali Dawar, previously aligned with Hafiz Gul Bahadur faction joined the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on January 12 by Read more... A prominent faction of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) from North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa led by ‘commander’ Ali Dawar, previously aligned with Hafiz Gul Bahadur faction joined the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on January 12 by pledging allegiance to TTP leader, Noor Wali Mehsud, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 12 | Former caretaker Prime Minister (PM) and senator Anwar ul Haq Kakar on January 12 linked the rise in terrorism to the spread of North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) leftover weapons and gadgets now in the hands of militants, posing a serious s Read more... Former caretaker Prime Minister (PM) and senator Anwar ul Haq Kakar on January 12 linked the rise in terrorism to the spread of North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) leftover weapons and gadgets now in the hands of militants, posing a serious security threat to the region, reports urdupoint.com. He made these remarks during the launch of Pakistan's Comprehensive National Security Profile 2024 by the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS) at the Institute of Regional Studies in Islamabad. Kakar emphasised, “We cannot afford to leave this region like the Americans left Afghanistan. If it takes a century to fight terrorism, Pakistan will do so. This is not just a battle against militants; it’s a fight for regional stability.” Read less... |
| January - 12 | Security Forces (SFs) killed two terrorists and two terrorists got injuries during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Esham area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 12, reports Dawn. The Inter-Services Public Relations Read more... Security Forces (SFs) killed two terrorists and two terrorists got injuries during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Esham area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 12, reports Dawn. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated that weapons and ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists, who remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities against the SFs as well as target killing of civilians. Read less... |
| January - 12 | Security Forces (SFs) on January 12 killed at least 27 terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Kachhi District of Balochistan, reports Dawn. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), SFs “stealthily surrounded and effect Read more... Security Forces (SFs) on January 12 killed at least 27 terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Kachhi District of Balochistan, reports Dawn. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), SFs “stealthily surrounded and effectively engaged the terrorists’ location”, as a result of which 27 terrorists were “sent to hell” after an intense exchange of fire. “Multiple hideouts, including caches of arms, ammunition and explosives, were also destroyed during the operation,” the statement added. Read less... |
| January - 12 | Security Forces (SFs) on January 12 killed six terrorists and arrested two terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Dosalli area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports Dawn. According to the Inter-Services Publi Read more... Security Forces (SFs) on January 12 killed six terrorists and arrested two terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Dosalli area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports Dawn. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), “an intelligence-based operation (IBO) was conducted by the security forces in general area Dosalli, on [the] reported presence of Khwarij”. During the engagement, SFs killed six terrorists, while two others were taken into custody, the ISPR added. Read less... |
| January - 12 | On January 12, a local Bangladesh National Party (BNP) leader, identified as Abul Hasan (55), was killed and five people injured during a factional clash at Tarail upazila (Sub-District) in Kishoreganj District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily St Read more... On January 12, a local Bangladesh National Party (BNP) leader, identified as Abul Hasan (55), was killed and five people injured during a factional clash at Tarail upazila (Sub-District) in Kishoreganj District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. The violence stemmed from a disagreement over the draft list of councillors for the upcoming Tarail upazila BNP council on January 15, 2025. Read less... |
| January - 12 | On January 12, AFM Khalid Hossain, Religious Affairs Adviser of Bangladesh and Tawfiq bin Fawzan AlRabiah, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Hajj and Umrah, signed the Hajj agreement for 2025, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, reports Dhaka Tribune. During the signi Read more... On January 12, AFM Khalid Hossain, Religious Affairs Adviser of Bangladesh and Tawfiq bin Fawzan AlRabiah, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Hajj and Umrah, signed the Hajj agreement for 2025, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, reports Dhaka Tribune. During the signing ceremony, the Religious Affairs Adviser discussed the overall progress of Bangladesh's Hajj management with the Saudi Hajj and Umrah Minister. He requested the minister to reconsider reducing the minimum quota for Bangladeshi Hajj agencies from 1,000 pilgrims. However, the Saudi minister maintained the minimum quota at 1,000 per agency. Read less... |
| January - 12 | On January 12, at least 15 people were injured when Bangladesh National Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) clashed over the formation of Burapara Miton Secondary School management committee in Mirpur upazila (Sub-District) in Kushtia District of K Read more... On January 12, at least 15 people were injured when Bangladesh National Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) clashed over the formation of Burapara Miton Secondary School management committee in Mirpur upazila (Sub-District) in Kushtia District of Khulna Division, reports The Daily Star. Read less... |
| January - 12 | On January 12, at least 21 people were injured in a clash between Bangladesh National Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) over the management committee for Nadpara Jubomilon Secondary School in Shailkupa upazila (Sub-District) in Jhenaidah District Read more... On January 12, at least 21 people were injured in a clash between Bangladesh National Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) over the management committee for Nadpara Jubomilon Secondary School in Shailkupa upazila (Sub-District) in Jhenaidah District in Khulna Division, reports The Daily Star. Read less... |
| January - 12 | On January 12, Former Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina, her son Sajeeb Wazed Joy and 91 others were sued on charges of making an attempt to kill a female lawyer during the mass uprising on August 4, 2024, The Daily Star. Nupur Akhter, a lawyer of Dh Read more... On January 12, Former Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina, her son Sajeeb Wazed Joy and 91 others were sued on charges of making an attempt to kill a female lawyer during the mass uprising on August 4, 2024, The Daily Star. Nupur Akhter, a lawyer of Dhaka Bar Association, filed the case with the court of Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Mohammed Saifur Rahman. Hasina is now facing 235 cases, including 205 for murders, 18 for crimes against humanity and genocide, three for abduction, 12 for attempted murder, and one for attack on a Bangladesh National Party (BNP) procession. Read less... |
| January - 12 | An Islamic State Khorasan Province (IS-KP) and a Taliban fighter were killed in a gunfight at the Jalalabad Police command in Nangarhar Province when three suspected operatives tried to enter the security facility, reports The Khorasan Diary on Janua Read more... An Islamic State Khorasan Province (IS-KP) and a Taliban fighter were killed in a gunfight at the Jalalabad Police command in Nangarhar Province when three suspected operatives tried to enter the security facility, reports The Khorasan Diary on January 12. A Taliban Police official stated, “Two of them managed to escape.” Read less... |
| January - 12 | Anna Paulina Luna, a member of the United States House of Representatives criticised the USD 40 million aid package being sent by the United States to the Taliban, reports Afghanistan International on January 12. Anna Paulina Luna announced on ‘X’, “ Read more... Anna Paulina Luna, a member of the United States House of Representatives criticised the USD 40 million aid package being sent by the United States to the Taliban, reports Afghanistan International on January 12. Anna Paulina Luna announced on ‘X’, “Terrorists must not receive even a penny from American taxpayers’ money…We are sending $40 million a week to the Taliban—the very group that threatens our sovereignty and security.” Read less... |
| January - 12 | During a meeting with Taliban Minister Hamdullah Nomani on January 12, China's ambassador Zhao Xing said ‘some parties’ are trying to hinder China's diplomatic ties with the Taliban, reports Afghanistan International. Xing said, "Some parties do not Read more... During a meeting with Taliban Minister Hamdullah Nomani on January 12, China's ambassador Zhao Xing said ‘some parties’ are trying to hinder China's diplomatic ties with the Taliban, reports Afghanistan International. Xing said, "Some parties do not want political and diplomatic relations between China and Afghanistan to develop and continue, and are trying to create obstacles. China has paid attention to this issue and expects the Afghan side to pay attention to it as well." Meanwhile, Nomani said that Afghanistan and China have long-standing political and economic relations, and both sides are committed to expanding and strengthening these relations. Read less... |
| January - 12 | Taliban Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice (MPVPV) announced the arrest of 22 people over the past week on charges related to "moral corruption" and "witchcraft," reports Afghanistan International on January 12. Accordi Read more... Taliban Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice (MPVPV) announced the arrest of 22 people over the past week on charges related to "moral corruption" and "witchcraft," reports Afghanistan International on January 12. According to the statement, 13 individuals were arrested in Daykundi, Kabul, Takhar, and Sar-e-Pul on suspicion of "moral corruption" and were handed over to the judicial authorities for further investigation and the implementation of "divine rulings." Additionally, the ministry reported the detention of nine people in Ghazni, Bamiyan, Daikundi, and Sar-e Pul on charges of "witchcraft," alleging they promoted practices contrary to "Islamic Sharia" and caused family discord, though the specific actions remain unclear. Read less... |
| January - 12 | Taliban’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that on January 12, acting foreign minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, met with Faisal Talq al-Baqmi, Saudi Arabia’s chargé d’affaires in Kabul, to discuss bilateral relations, reports Amu TV on January 13. Ba Read more... Taliban’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that on January 12, acting foreign minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, met with Faisal Talq al-Baqmi, Saudi Arabia’s chargé d’affaires in Kabul, to discuss bilateral relations, reports Amu TV on January 13. Baqmi said, “The goal of maintaining the Saudi Embassy’s operations in Kabul is to leverage existing opportunities and broaden mutual cooperation.” During the meeting, Muttaqi urged more delegation exchanges between Kabul and Riyadh, an increase in Saudi Arabia’s quota for Afghan pilgrims, and expanded consular services for Afghans in the kingdom. Read less... |
| January - 13 | Manipur Police announced on ‘X’ that on January 13, Security Forces (SFs) recovered two Bolt Action Rifle, three 9mm Pistol, one 0.32 Pistol, one Pistol, three No. 36 Hand Grenades, four Electric Detonators, three Detonators (No.36 Hand grenade), two Read more... Manipur Police announced on ‘X’ that on January 13, Security Forces (SFs) recovered two Bolt Action Rifle, three 9mm Pistol, one 0.32 Pistol, one Pistol, three No. 36 Hand Grenades, four Electric Detonators, three Detonators (No.36 Hand grenade), two .380mm live round ammunitions, four 0.22 mm live round ammunitions, four 9mm live round ammunitions, two Tear Smoke shell (SR), one Gas Gun shell, one Tear Smoke (LR) and one Baofeng Radio Set from Phayeng ridge between Freedom Hill and Phayeng village under New Keithelmanbi-Police Station in Kangpokpi District of Manipur. Read less... |
| January - 13 | Police arrested two drug peddlers and recovered some banned pills, capsules and poppy husk from their possession at a rickshaw stand outside the District Red Cross Park along the Kotkapura road in Muktsar District of Punjab on January 13, reports The Read more... Police arrested two drug peddlers and recovered some banned pills, capsules and poppy husk from their possession at a rickshaw stand outside the District Red Cross Park along the Kotkapura road in Muktsar District of Punjab on January 13, reports The Tribune. Read less... |
| January - 13 | The Madhya Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has so far unearthed transactions amounting to over INR 1,500 crore in Gurugram cyber-crime case, which officials say is linked to international terror funding, reports The Free Press Journal on January 1 Read more... The Madhya Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has so far unearthed transactions amounting to over INR 1,500 crore in Gurugram cyber-crime case, which officials say is linked to international terror funding, reports The Free Press Journal on January 13. the investigation said that money collected through cyber fraud exceeded INR 1,500 crore, with a major amount going into the pockets of the anti-national outfits. The people involved in terror funding had parked funds in various bank accounts before being transferred to other countries particularly Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The racketeers lured individuals into opening bank accounts promising benefits from government-run schemes like Kisan Samman Nidhi, old-age pension, Sambal Yojana, and unemployment scholarships. Betting and siphoning of the amount were done through fake gaming links. The investigations have also brought to fore alleged involvement of bank officials and employees. Read less... |
| January - 13 | Six terrorists, belonging to Fitna-al-Khawarij [military terminology for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)], were killed during an operation in the Tank District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 13, reports Dawn. According to Inter-Services Public Rel Read more... Six terrorists, belonging to Fitna-al-Khawarij [military terminology for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)], were killed during an operation in the Tank District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 13, reports Dawn. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), “after the troops effectively engaged the terrorists at their location, six khwarij were sent to hell”. Arms and ammunition were also recovered in the operation. Read less... |
| January - 13 | Two terrorists of Fitna-al-Khawarij [Military terminology for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)] were killed during an operation in Tirah valley of Khyber District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 13, reports Dawn. Read more... Two terrorists of Fitna-al-Khawarij [Military terminology for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)] were killed during an operation in Tirah valley of Khyber District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 13, reports Dawn. Read less... |
| January - 13 | On January 13, a member of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), identified as Khokon Molla (32), succumbed to injuries at Dhaka District in Dhaka Division, after clash with Bangladesh National Party (BNP) men, reports The Business Standard. The clash between JeI a Read more... On January 13, a member of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), identified as Khokon Molla (32), succumbed to injuries at Dhaka District in Dhaka Division, after clash with Bangladesh National Party (BNP) men, reports The Business Standard. The clash between JeI and Bangladesh National Party (BNP) men over a dispute regarding the candidacy of the president post of a local high school's managing committee in Mirpur Upazila (Sub-District) in Kushtia District of Khulna Division. Mominul Islam, officer-in-charge of Mirpur Police Station said that the clash took place at Murapara Secondary High School on January 13, 2025. Read less... |
| January - 13 | On January 13, Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus met with Malaysian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Mohammed Suhada Othman at the State Guest House Jamuna in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division and urged Malaysia to allow entry for the 18,000 Bangladeshi wor Read more... On January 13, Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus met with Malaysian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Mohammed Suhada Othman at the State Guest House Jamuna in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division and urged Malaysia to allow entry for the 18,000 Bangladeshi workers who missed the deadline to join their work in the Southeast Asian country in May 2024, reports BDnews 24. They discussed issues related to Bangladeshi workers' interests and bilateral cooperation between the two countries. Yunus also sought Malaysia’s support for Bangladesh’s bid to become a Sectoral Dialogue Partner of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and in turn, become a full member. He told the envoy that Bangladesh seeks ASEAN's support at the upcoming International Conference on the Rohingya Crisis to be convened by the United Nations (UN) in 2025. Read less... |
| January - 13 | On January 13, the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) to verify the authenticity of key voice recordings and other digital evidence rel Read more... On January 13, the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) to verify the authenticity of key voice recordings and other digital evidence related to former Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina and her associates in connection with the 2024 uprising, reports The Daily Star. The tribunal gave the order after prosecutor Tanvir Hassan Zoha filed a petition requesting its intervention in authenticating the evidence by the CID and BTRC. During the hearing on the petition, Zoha informed the court that call records and digital evidence involving ousted prime minister Hasina and others had been collected from various sources. He emphasised that these materials are critical for the trial of crimes against humanity committed during the July-August uprising. "Once authenticated, the call records and other evidence will be submitted to the court as documentary proof," Zoha told the tribunal. Read less... |
| January - 13 | Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on ‘X’ that on January 13, they carried out an operational attack on a Taliban checkpoint, killing four fighters and injuring two others the Chawk Sar e Daora area in 4th Police District (PD) in Kunduz City o Read more... Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on ‘X’ that on January 13, they carried out an operational attack on a Taliban checkpoint, killing four fighters and injuring two others the Chawk Sar e Daora area in 4th Police District (PD) in Kunduz City of Kunduz Province. Read less... |
| January - 13 | Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) launched a new website, 'Al-Fustat,' with an archive of past content, as Islamic State revives propaganda disrupted by a European, reports Afghan Analyst on January 13. Read more... Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) launched a new website, 'Al-Fustat,' with an archive of past content, as Islamic State revives propaganda disrupted by a European, reports Afghan Analyst on January 13. Read less... |
| January - 13 | On January 13, former president Hamid Karzai urged the Taliban to immediately reopen schools and universities for girls, reports Amu TV. He stated, “Education is an unquestionable and inalienable right for Afghan girls…Preventing them from attending Read more... On January 13, former president Hamid Karzai urged the Taliban to immediately reopen schools and universities for girls, reports Amu TV. He stated, “Education is an unquestionable and inalienable right for Afghan girls…Preventing them from attending school contradicts the national interests and higher objectives of our country.” Furthermore, He said that “By denying girls education, we are undermining the stability of society, the strength of families, and the development of the country.” Read less... |
| January - 13 | On January 13, the German Foreign Ministry stated that due to the serious violation of women's rights in Afghanistan, the country decided to hold the Taliban responsible for violating the United Nations (U.N.) Convention on the Rights of Women, repor Read more... On January 13, the German Foreign Ministry stated that due to the serious violation of women's rights in Afghanistan, the country decided to hold the Taliban responsible for violating the United Nations (U.N.) Convention on the Rights of Women, reports Afghanistan International. The Ministry said, "women and girls in Afghanistan have been subjected to severe human rights violations"…"various decrees, policies and other measures taken by the Taliban have seriously and systematically deprived women and girls of the public sphere." The statement reads, "We have repeatedly called on the Taliban government to comply with all of Afghanistan's obligations under international law and to lift any restrictions on the rights of women and girls." Despite the special emphasis on women's right to education, "unfortunately, the situation has not improved, on the contrary, it is deteriorating in a very worrying way…even after the Taliban came to power, the Afghan government is committed to the convention under international law and is responsible for violating the numerous obligations of the agreement under international law." Read less... |
| January - 13 | On January 13, the Taliban-led Ministry of Justice stated that it reclaimed 13,045 hectares of state-owned land across 11 provinces over the past month, reports Amu TV. The MoJ claimed to have identified over 29,358 hectares of state-owned land in 18 Read more... On January 13, the Taliban-led Ministry of Justice stated that it reclaimed 13,045 hectares of state-owned land across 11 provinces over the past month, reports Amu TV. The MoJ claimed to have identified over 29,358 hectares of state-owned land in 18 provinces and is reviewing 92,641 hectares in 26 other provinces. Further, MoJ added that Ghazni Province accounted for the largest share, with 4,657 hectares of land reclaimed during this period. Read less... |
| January - 14 | On January 14, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi stated that Pakistan is the epicentre of terrorism and the cycle of violence in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. He said, “Last year, 60 per cent of the terrorists eliminated were of Read more... On January 14, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi stated that Pakistan is the epicentre of terrorism and the cycle of violence in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. He said, “Last year, 60 per cent of the terrorists eliminated were of Pakistan origin. Currently, in the J&K, around 80 per cent or more are believed to be of Pakistan origin,”. He added infiltration attempts from the Pakistani side persist. “In recent months, increased terrorist activities have been observed in North Kashmir and the Doda-Kishtwar District,”. However, he also noted that the 2021 ceasefire agreement with the Pakistan military is largely holding along the Line of Control (LoC). Read less... |
| January - 14 | On January 14, Manipur Police announced on ‘X’ that Security Forces (SFs) recovered one 9mm CMG with two magazines, two country made Single Barrel Rifles, one No 36 Hand Grenade, one Motorola (Baofeng) from Zero Point-P1 Railway Tunnel Road (six km N Read more... On January 14, Manipur Police announced on ‘X’ that Security Forces (SFs) recovered one 9mm CMG with two magazines, two country made Single Barrel Rifles, one No 36 Hand Grenade, one Motorola (Baofeng) from Zero Point-P1 Railway Tunnel Road (six km North of COB Kotlen) areas under New Keithelmanbi-Police Station in Kangpokpi District of Manipur. Read less... |
| January - 14 | On January 14, suspected militants attacked by dropping two bombs from a drone hovering over the 5 Manipur Rifles camp under the Lamsang Police station in Imphal West District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. The dropped bomb exploded near the bunk Read more... On January 14, suspected militants attacked by dropping two bombs from a drone hovering over the 5 Manipur Rifles camp under the Lamsang Police station in Imphal West District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. The dropped bomb exploded near the bunker of the said MR camp and no casualties were reported in the incident. Read less... |
| January - 14 | On January 14, the 7th India-France Maritime Cooperation Dialogue, co-chaired by Pavan Kapoor, Deputy National Security Advisor, National Security Council Secretariat, India, and Alice Rufo, Director General for International Relations and Strategy, Read more... On January 14, the 7th India-France Maritime Cooperation Dialogue, co-chaired by Pavan Kapoor, Deputy National Security Advisor, National Security Council Secretariat, India, and Alice Rufo, Director General for International Relations and Strategy, Ministry for the Armed Forces, France, was held in New Delhi, to enhance their cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and reaffirmed their shared vision for maritime security, reports mea.gov.in. During the meet, they agreed to develop a joint assessment of the threats to maritime security in the region; to counter illicit maritime activities, including piracy and armed robbery, maritime terrorism, contraband smuggling, Illegal Unreported and Unregulated fishing; hybrid as well as cyber security threats and marine pollution. They agreed to strengthen existing mechanisms of cooperation such as implementation of the agreed framework of exchange of information through enhanced information exchange between Information Fusion Centre-IOR, Gurugram and Regional Coordination Operations Centre, Seychelles and Regional Maritime Information Fusion Centre, Madagascar in IOR and explore opportunities for coordinated surveillance whilst deployed to counter threats to maritime security in the region. They also agreed to preserve marine resources in IOR, through the United Nations (UN) Ocean Conference. Both countries welcomed the progress made on biodiversity and blue economy during the last bilateral dialogue. France also welcomed the participation of the Indian Navy in the Combined Maritime Forces and looks forward to India’s leadership of the appropriate Combined Task Forces. Read less... |
| January - 14 | On January 14, the anti-extortion unit of the Manipur Police arrested two cadres of Kangleipak Communist Party- People’s War Group (KCP-PWG), identified as Khangembam Sanaton Singh alias Sanatomba alias Loya (51) and Thokchom Tiken Singh alias Ibungo Read more... On January 14, the anti-extortion unit of the Manipur Police arrested two cadres of Kangleipak Communist Party- People’s War Group (KCP-PWG), identified as Khangembam Sanaton Singh alias Sanatomba alias Loya (51) and Thokchom Tiken Singh alias Ibungo (43), from Uripok Mayai Leikai in Imphal West District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. Four mobile handsets along with four sim cards, a side bag, two wallets, two Aadhaar cards, a four-wheeler and a cash of INR 5,140 were recovered from their possession. Read less... |
| January - 14 | On January 14, the Assam Rifles arrested three suspected cadres of the Socialist Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (SOREPA) near the Lokchao River Bed in Tengnoupal District of Manipur bordering Myanmar, reports NorthEast Now. Some incriminating docu Read more... On January 14, the Assam Rifles arrested three suspected cadres of the Socialist Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (SOREPA) near the Lokchao River Bed in Tengnoupal District of Manipur bordering Myanmar, reports NorthEast Now. Some incriminating documents were also recovered from their possession. Read less... |
| January - 14 | Seven Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have been arrested by a joint team of personnel belonging to the 203rd battalion of the CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action), an elite unit of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), an Read more... Seven Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres have been arrested by a joint team of personnel belonging to the 203rd battalion of the CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action), an elite unit of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), and District Force, from a forested hill area near Duled village under the Chintagufa Police Station area in Sukma District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 14, reports The Print. All the arrested cadres, all males aged 20 to 55 (identities are yet to be ascertained), were wanted in connection with an incident of torching a mini goods vehicle carrying rations and other commodities for the Duled Police camp after looting it last year, Police said. Read less... |
| January - 14 | The United National Liberation Front - Koireng (UNLF-Koireng) in a statement claimed responsibility for shooting an alleged rapist, identified as Khaidem Nongdam Khanganba (30), and caused injury on his leg, in an unidentified location of Manipur, re Read more... The United National Liberation Front - Koireng (UNLF-Koireng) in a statement claimed responsibility for shooting an alleged rapist, identified as Khaidem Nongdam Khanganba (30), and caused injury on his leg, in an unidentified location of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now on January 14. According to a statement issued by the outfit’s ‘secretary of publicity’, M Shak-Hen, the accused was punished after an in-depth investigation as per the victim’s complaint. Read less... |
| January - 14 | Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres used heavy and modern weaponry to target a military checkpoint in Bandki area of Mashkay tehsil (revenue unit) in Awaran District of Balochistan on January 14, resulting in death of soldier and injuries to an Read more... Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres used heavy and modern weaponry to target a military checkpoint in Bandki area of Mashkay tehsil (revenue unit) in Awaran District of Balochistan on January 14, resulting in death of soldier and injuries to another soldier, reports The Balochistan Post. The BLF claimed military helicopters were deployed to evacuate the casualties. Read less... |
| January - 14 | Four soldiers were killed while two other soldiers sustained injuries when Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres targeted a military post guarding Frontier Works Organization (FWO) personnel in the Bandki area of Mashkay tehsil (revenue unit) of Read more... Four soldiers were killed while two other soldiers sustained injuries when Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres targeted a military post guarding Frontier Works Organization (FWO) personnel in the Bandki area of Mashkay tehsil (revenue unit) of Awaran District in Balochistan on January 14, reports The Balochistan Post. Further, BLF cadres ambushed military foot soldiers dispatched to reinforce the embattled post, killing three personnel and wounding one. In a statement to the media, BLF ‘spokesperson’ Major Gwahram Baloch said the operations, which began at 7:00 AM, inflicted “significant human and material losses” on what he described as “occupying forces.” The BLF said it will release footage of the attack through its Aashob Media Cell. Read less... |
| January - 14 | Security Forces (SFs) killed four terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Spinwam area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 14, reports Dawn. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), SFs con Read more... Security Forces (SFs) killed four terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Spinwam area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 14, reports Dawn. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), SFs conducted an IBO in the night in the Spinwam area “on the reported presence of khwarij”. “During [the] conduct of the operation, own troops effectively engaged khwarij’s location, and after an intense exchange of fire, four khwarij were sent to hell,” the statement said. SFs also recovered weapons and ammunition from the terrorists who were “actively involved in numerous terrorist activities against the security forces as well as target killing of innocent civilians”. Read less... |
| January - 14 | The Baloch National Movement’s (BNM) human rights department, ‘Paank’ on January 14 reported that five extra-judicial killings and 22 enforced disappearances in Balochistan during December 2024, reports The Balochistan Post. The disappearances were r Read more... The Baloch National Movement’s (BNM) human rights department, ‘Paank’ on January 14 reported that five extra-judicial killings and 22 enforced disappearances in Balochistan during December 2024, reports The Balochistan Post. The disappearances were recorded across six Districts, with Kech District reporting the highest number at 10 cases, followed by Gwadar District with six, Dera Bugti District with two, and Kharan and Hub Districts with one case each. The report also documented five extra-judicial killings, which Paank alleged were carried out by Security Forces. Among the victims in Kech were Naveed Hameed and Zareef Umar, while Abdul Hameed, Zakir, and Dil Jan were reportedly killed in drone strikes in Panjgur District. Read less... |
| January - 14 | The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres targeted Frontier Works Organization (FWO) personnel working under military supervision at Sherin Gaz area of Bandki in Mashkay tehsil (revenue unit) of Awaran District in Balochistan on January 14, repor Read more... The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres targeted Frontier Works Organization (FWO) personnel working under military supervision at Sherin Gaz area of Bandki in Mashkay tehsil (revenue unit) of Awaran District in Balochistan on January 14, reports The Balochistan Post. Without mentioning exact number of causalities, BLF ‘spokesperson’ Major Gwahram Baloch claimed additional casualties and damage to equipment. Read less... |
| January - 14 | The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on January 14 announced that Shahid Umar Baloch, a veteran of the Afghan war, from the Khuzdar District of Balochistan has joined their ranks, reports The Khorasan Diary. Baloch has a history of fighting alongside Read more... The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on January 14 announced that Shahid Umar Baloch, a veteran of the Afghan war, from the Khuzdar District of Balochistan has joined their ranks, reports The Khorasan Diary. Baloch has a history of fighting alongside the Afghan Taliban against North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) forces in Afghanistan. The TTP further revealed that around 10 Baloch groups, varying in size from small to relatively large, have joined their organization. Read less... |
| January - 14 | On January 14, Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Additional Commissioner (DB) Rezaul Karim Mallick said that identified terrorists, extortionists and robbers are taking advantage of the current situation, reports Prothom Alo. He said that they are dete Read more... On January 14, Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Additional Commissioner (DB) Rezaul Karim Mallick said that identified terrorists, extortionists and robbers are taking advantage of the current situation, reports Prothom Alo. He said that they are determined to bring illegal hoarders, identified terrorists, extortionists, robbers and drug dealers under the law. Apart from that, top terrorists including Imamul Hasan alias Picchi Helal and Sanjidul Islam Emon will be brought to justice. He made the statement on a press conference to provide details about the 27 people arrested in the last 24 hours on illegal weapons, robbers, identified extortionists and drug-related charges in various places in Dhaka Metropolitan. Read less... |
| January - 14 | On January 14, former State Minister for Home Affairs Lutfuzzaman Babar and six others were acquitted of life imprisonment in a case filed under the Arms Act in connection with the smuggling of 10 trucks of weapons in Chittagong District of Chittagon Read more... On January 14, former State Minister for Home Affairs Lutfuzzaman Babar and six others were acquitted of life imprisonment in a case filed under the Arms Act in connection with the smuggling of 10 trucks of weapons in Chittagong District of Chittagong Division on April 1, 2004, reports Prothom Alo. In addition, the sentences of five others, including Paresh Barua, a ‘military commander’ of the Indian separatist outfit United Liberation Front of Asom- Independent (ULFA-I), have been reduced. A High Court bench comprising Justice Mostafa Zaman Islam and Justice Nasrin Akhter gave the verdict. Paresh Barua who was sentenced to life imprisonment in the case, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison. Earlier, six people, including Lutfuzzaman Babar, were acquitted of the death penalty on December 18, 2024, in a case filed in connection with the smuggling of 10 trucks of weapons in Chittagong. Read less... |
| January - 14 | On January 14, United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator in Bangladesh, Gwyn Lewis said that the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has begun assessing the requirements for assisting the Election Commission in organizing the next parliamentar Read more... On January 14, United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator in Bangladesh, Gwyn Lewis said that the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has begun assessing the requirements for assisting the Election Commission in organizing the next parliamentary elections, reports The Dhaka Tribune. The UNDP will complete the needs assessment within 10 days, following consultations with the Commission and other stakeholders, including civil society, academicians, and political parties. “The Election Commission sent a letter to the United Nations requesting assistance. Before providing technical support to the Bangladesh Election Commission, we need to conduct a needs assessment," said Gwyn Lewis. Read less... |
| January - 14 | Afghan-French journalist Mortaza Behboudi said that Taliban tortured him with electric shocks, pulled his teeth, and injected fluids during his seven-month imprisonment after his January 2023 arrest in Kabul, reports Afghanistan International on Janu Read more... Afghan-French journalist Mortaza Behboudi said that Taliban tortured him with electric shocks, pulled his teeth, and injected fluids during his seven-month imprisonment after his January 2023 arrest in Kabul, reports Afghanistan International on January 14. "They handcuffed my hands and feet and covered my face," he said. Then, they took me to the basement of a building and flogged me for half an hour for seven days in a row," he said, adding that the Taliban accused him of spying for the French intelligence service. Read less... |
| January - 14 | International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and the Afghan Independent Journalists’ Association (AIJA) in a joint statement called on the Taliban to immediately release Mahdi Ansari, a reporter for the Afghan News Agency (Afka), and drop all charge Read more... International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and the Afghan Independent Journalists’ Association (AIJA) in a joint statement called on the Taliban to immediately release Mahdi Ansari, a reporter for the Afghan News Agency (Afka), and drop all charges against him, reports Amu TV on January 14. The state reads, “Journalists in Afghanistan continue to face enormous challenges and are at risk of detention, violence, and intimidation… The Taliban have imposed severe restrictions and censorship on media and press activities.” Further, it said that Mahdi Ansari was detained by Taliban intelligence in the Dasht-e-Barchi area in Kabul City of Kabul Province on charges of collaborating with independent media outlets accused of spreading “anti-Taliban” propaganda. Read less... |
| January - 14 | National Resistance Front announced on ‘X’ that on January 14, they attacked Taliban fighters from the 4th Battalion of 2nd Brigade of Aftab Division, in Alasay District, Kapisa Province, killing two and injuring one. Read more... National Resistance Front announced on ‘X’ that on January 14, they attacked Taliban fighters from the 4th Battalion of 2nd Brigade of Aftab Division, in Alasay District, Kapisa Province, killing two and injuring one. Read less... |
| January - 14 | National Resistance Front announced on ‘X’ that on January 14, they carried out an explosion at the entrance of the Taliban terrorist group’s military prosecutor’s office, killing a Taliban commander and an associate, and injuring several others near Read more... National Resistance Front announced on ‘X’ that on January 14, they carried out an explosion at the entrance of the Taliban terrorist group’s military prosecutor’s office, killing a Taliban commander and an associate, and injuring several others near the Hanzala Mosque in Shahr-e-Naw neighbourhood in 10th Police District (PD) of Kabul City of Kabul Province. Additionally, a Taliban military vehicle was destroyed. Read less... |
| January - 14 | On January 14, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov called for India to join the Quartet with China, Pakistan and Iran on the issue of Afghanistan, reports Afghanistan International. Lavrov stressed that for Moscow, Beijing, Islamabad and Tehran, i Read more... On January 14, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov called for India to join the Quartet with China, Pakistan and Iran on the issue of Afghanistan, reports Afghanistan International. Lavrov stressed that for Moscow, Beijing, Islamabad and Tehran, interacting with India on Afghanistan is the "right thing to do." Read less... |
| January - 15 | Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, carrying a combined bounty of INR 3.2 million, surrendered in Narayanpur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 15, reports The Times of India. The cadres, including a coup Read more... Four Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, carrying a combined bounty of INR 3.2 million, surrendered in Narayanpur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 15, reports The Times of India. The cadres, including a couple, turned themselves in before senior Police officials, citing disillusionment with the "hollow" and "inhuman" ideology of the Maoists and the exploitation of innocent tribals by senior cadre members. Among those who surrendered were Gandhi Tati alias Arab alias Kamlesh (35), and Mainu alias Hemlal Korram (35), ‘divisional committee members (DCMs)’ of the Maoists. Kamlesh, a resident of Bijapur District, had terrorized more than 50 villages in Narayanpur for eight years as part of the Maad division and Nelnar area committee. He was allegedly involved in the Tadmetla massacre in 2010, which claimed the lives of 76 security personnel. Hemlal, who served as the Aamdai area committee secretary, was linked to the Bukinntor Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast in 2021, in which five jawans (troopers) were killed. The other two cadres who surrendered were Ranjit Lekami alias Arjun (30), and his wife, Kosi alias Kajal (28). All four were carrying rewards of INR 800,000 each and had been involved in over 40 incidents of violence, including attacks on Security Forces (SFs) and civilians. Their surrender marks a significant setback for the Nelnar and Aamdai area committees, which have long been active in orchestrating violence in the region. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, Arunachal Pradesh Police arrested one operative of United Tani Army (UTA) identified as Tana Hasi from Itanagar in Papum Pare District of Arunachal Pradesh, for his suspected role in carrying out recruitment of operatives for the outfi Read more... On January 15, Arunachal Pradesh Police arrested one operative of United Tani Army (UTA) identified as Tana Hasi from Itanagar in Papum Pare District of Arunachal Pradesh, for his suspected role in carrying out recruitment of operatives for the outfit, reports The Arunachal Times. Inspector General of Police (IGP) (Law & Order) Chukhu Apa stated that Hasi, along with self-styled ‘chairman’ of the UTA, Anthony Doke, had been carrying out recruitment of youths for the UTA using various platforms, including social media. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, Jharkhand Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Gupta directed officials to confiscate the properties of the members of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) or its splinter groups who are absconding in various cases and a Read more... On January 15, Jharkhand Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Gupta directed officials to confiscate the properties of the members of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) or its splinter groups who are absconding in various cases and also ensure action is taken after identifying properties acquired through illegal sources, reports The New Indian Express. During a review meeting held at the Police Headquarters on issues related to Maoist eradication, the DGP directed all Superintendents of Police (SPs) to review Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE]-related cases and ensure that a First Information Report (FIR) is lodged in every case where the victim lodges a complaint regarding any threat given by the Maoists or criminal groups. He instructed SPs to review the cases registered in Maoist-affected districts related to arson and vandalism by the red rebels or any criminal groups and ensure prompt action. "All SPs will prepare a profile of each member of Maoists and criminal groups and ensure to inform their subordinate officers and personnel on the basis of 'Know Your Enemy and Know Your Friend," said the DGP. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court in Mumbai (Maharashtra) sentenced four accused, identified as Lalu Khan, Mahesh Bagwan, Randheer Singh Thakur and Ritesh Raghuwanshi, to five years of imprisonment along with INR 3000 e Read more... On January 15, National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court in Mumbai (Maharashtra) sentenced four accused, identified as Lalu Khan, Mahesh Bagwan, Randheer Singh Thakur and Ritesh Raghuwanshi, to five years of imprisonment along with INR 3000 each, in case relating to possession of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN), reports NIA. The case was registered by Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Nagpur, Maharashtra on January 16, 2020 where FICN of face value INR 13,67,500 was seized and the four accused were arrested. NIA took over the case on February 10, 2020. After investigation, NIA filed chargesheet on April 7, 2020 against the four accused and another accused, Sohrab Hosen was shown as wanted. Further, NIA arrested Hosen on June 29, 2020 and filed a supplementary chargesheet on September 24, 2020. He was accused of smuggling FICNs and Phensedyl cough Syrup across Indo-Bangladesh border. However, he died in Lucknow prison. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, Police arrested Avtar Singh alias Vicky (21) and Amarbir Singh (20), associates of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) designated terrorist Lakhbir Singh Landa and terrorist Gurdev Singh Jaisal, and recovered five pistols, 13 live rounds Read more... On January 15, Police arrested Avtar Singh alias Vicky (21) and Amarbir Singh (20), associates of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) designated terrorist Lakhbir Singh Landa and terrorist Gurdev Singh Jaisal, and recovered five pistols, 13 live rounds, and a snatched car from Sahnewal in Ludhiana District, Punjab, reports The Times of India. A third suspect, Anmol Singh alias Maula, remains at large, linked to several robberies and extortion cases. According to Police, Ekamdeep Singh Brar of Patiala filed a complaint stating that on January 8, he and his friends were chased by three youths on a bike while on their way to Mohali. The accused fired at the complainant with illegal weapons, intending to kill and snatch his car. The Police revealed that all three accused had travelled by bus from Khadoor Sahib in Tarn Taran District to Rajpura in Patiala District on January 7 to join a farmers' protest at the Shambhu border of Punjab and Haryana. Later, they snatched a bike from a person after firing two rounds at him on the Rajpura-Ambala highway, which connects Ambala city in Haryana and Rajpura city in Patiala. On January 10, acting on Landa's instructions, they fired nine rounds at a person’s house, identified as Sonu in Mukerian following an INR 10 million extortion demand, using the stolen Brezza. This incident resulted in an FIR at Mukerian Police Station. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, Police arrested five persons, including a prominent ‘leader’ of Chin National Front (CNF), an insurgent outfit of Myanmar’s Chin state, for smuggling arms and ammunition in Mamit District of Mizoram, reports NorthEast Now. Police seize Read more... On January 15, Police arrested five persons, including a prominent ‘leader’ of Chin National Front (CNF), an insurgent outfit of Myanmar’s Chin state, for smuggling arms and ammunition in Mamit District of Mizoram, reports NorthEast Now. Police seized six AK-47 assault rifles, 10,050 cartridges and 13 magazines from the five accused during the operation. Preliminary investigation revealed that the confiscated arms and ammunition were intended for trade between the CNF and the United People’s Democratic Front (UPDF), an insurgent group active in Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) of Bangladesh. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, Police neutralised a Pakistan-based drug trafficking cartel with the arrest of Rashpal Singh, an associate of Pakistan-based narcotics smugglers and recovered five kilograms of heroin in Tarn Taran District of Punjab, reports The Tribu Read more... On January 15, Police neutralised a Pakistan-based drug trafficking cartel with the arrest of Rashpal Singh, an associate of Pakistan-based narcotics smugglers and recovered five kilograms of heroin in Tarn Taran District of Punjab, reports The Tribune. The Director General of Police (DGP), Gaurav Yadav said that the accused person was in direct contact with multiple Pakistan-based smugglers and had been receiving consignments of drugs from across the border. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ it recovered two DJI Mavic 3 Classic drones in two separate operations from Dhanoe Khurd village in Amritsar District of Punjab. Read more... On January 15, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ it recovered two DJI Mavic 3 Classic drones in two separate operations from Dhanoe Khurd village in Amritsar District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) chargesheeted a seventh accused in case related to recovery of arms and ammunitions from Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) operative, Parshuram Singh alias Nandlal, resident of Bistol Read more... On January 15, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) chargesheeted a seventh accused in case related to recovery of arms and ammunitions from Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) operative, Parshuram Singh alias Nandlal, resident of Bistol in Jehanabad District of Bihar, reports nia.gov.in. In the supplementary chargesheet filed before the NIA Special Court, Patna, Rajesh Kumar Sinha alias Uday Ji alias Shailesh Srivastav, a resident of Patna, Bihar, has been chargesheeted u/s 120B, 121A of Indian Penal Code (IPC), u/s 17,18, 20, 38, 39& 40 of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Amendment (UAPA) Act, 1967, and u/s 4 & 5 of the Explosive Substances Act, 1908. NIA took over the investigation of the case from Karona Out Post and Danapur Police Station on June 17, 2021 and October 28, 2021 respectively. The case relates to recovery of arms and ammunitions from Maoist Operative, Parshuram Singh’s house in Bistol, Jehanabad and his garage/workshop in Danapur. He had conspired to wage war against the Government of India, disrupting its unity, integrity, security and sovereignty along with the members of CPI-Maoist, by supplying arms, ammunitions and explosives to the Maoists. During the course of further investigation, accused Rajesh Kumar Sinha was arrested by NIA on July 23, 2024. He being ‘Special Area Committee (SAC)’ member of the CPI-Maoist, was in-charge of Koyal Sankh Zone and had collected huge amount as ‘levy’ (extortion money) to further the activities of the CPI-Maoist, before his arrest by Jharkhand Police in 2010. Even after his release from jail in 2016, he was involved in the activities of the CPI-Maoist. The investigation conducted so far has established that accused Rajesh Kumar Sinha was involved in hatching of criminal conspiracy along with Parshuram Singh and others in supplying of arms and ammunition to further the activities of the CPI-Maoist. NIA had earlier, in December 2021, chargesheeted five accused namely Parshuram Singh, Sanjay Singh, Rakesh Kumar, Prem Raj alias Gautam and Md. Badruddin and in November, 2022 chargesheeted one accused namely Mithilesh Mehta alias Mithilesh Verma. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) chargesheeted a third accused in case pertaining to recovery of AK-47 from cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in forest area near Bairiyakala village under Laukariya Polic Read more... On January 15, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) chargesheeted a third accused in case pertaining to recovery of AK-47 from cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in forest area near Bairiyakala village under Laukariya Police Station, Bagha in West Champaran District of Bihar, reports nia.gov.in. In the supplementary chargesheet filed before the NIA Special Court, Patna, top Maoist leader Pramod Mishra alias Sohan Da alias Madan Da alias Bibi Je alias Baba has been charged u/s 120B & 121A of Indian Penal Code (IPC) and u/s 16, 17, 18, 20, 38 39 & 40 of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Amendment (UAPA) Act, 1967. NIA took over the investigation of the case from Laukariya Police Station, Bagha on June 23, 2023 and had earlier, in October 2023, chargesheeted two accused namely Ram Babu Ram alias Rajan and Ram Babu Paswan alias Dhiraj. During the course of further Investigation, it was established that the accused Pramod Mishra, a senior leader of the Maoists was propagating ideology of the CPI-Maoist and organising arms and ammunition for them. On the directions of the accused Pramod Mishra, both chargesheeted accused persons Ram Babu Ram and Ram Babu Paswan were raising funds for the CPI-Maoist, to be used for carrying out anti-national activities. He was also involved in motivating ex-Naxal [Left Wing Extremist, LWE] cadres to re-join the CPI-Maoist and was also involved in various activities of the CPI-Maoist, with an intention to strike terror in common masses and to threaten the unity, integrity, security and sovereignty of India. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a chargesheet against a senior Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader for his involvement in supplying arms and ammunition to the CPI-Maoist to further its activities, reports Read more... On January 15, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a chargesheet against a senior Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leader for his involvement in supplying arms and ammunition to the CPI-Maoist to further its activities, reports republicworld.com. Rajesh Kumar Sinha alias Uday Ji alias Shailesh Srivastav, a resident of Patna, is the seventh accused in a case related to the recovery of arms and ammunition from Maoist operative Parshuram Singh alias Nandlal, a resident of Bistol, Jehanabad, a statement issued by the NIA said, adding that Sinha was named in the supplementary charge sheet filed before a special NIA court in Patna. The NIA took over the investigation of the case from the Bihar Police in 2021, which relates to the recovery of arms and ammunition from Singh’s house in Bistol and his garage/workshop in Danapur. During the course of the investigation, accused Sinha was arrested by the NIA on July 23, 2024. "He being a SAC (special area committee) member of CPI(Maoist), a proscribed terrorist organisation, was in charge of Koyal Sankh Zone and had collected huge amounts as levy to further the activities of CPI(Maoist) before his arrest by Jharkhand Police in 2010," the NIA statement said. Even after his release from jail in 2016, he was involved in the activities of CPI(Maoist), it added. The investigation has established that Sinha was involved in hatching a criminal conspiracy along with Singh and others in supplying arms and ammunition to further the activities of the CPI-Maoist organisation, the NIA said. The agency in December 2021 filed a chargesheet against five accused, namely Parshuram Singh, Sanjay Singh, Rakesh Kumar, Prem Raj alias Gautam, and Md Badruddin. The NIA in November 2022 filed a chargesheet against one more accused, Mithilesh Mehta alias Mithilesh Verma, it said, adding that investigations to ascertain further linkages in the case are continuing. Read less... |
| January - 15 | The Enquiry Committee set up by the Government of India (GoI) in November 2023 conducted its own investigations, on receipt of information provided by United States (US) authorities regarding activities of some organised criminal groups, terrorist or Read more... The Enquiry Committee set up by the Government of India (GoI) in November 2023 conducted its own investigations, on receipt of information provided by United States (US) authorities regarding activities of some organised criminal groups, terrorist organisations, drug peddlers, etc., who undermined the security interests of both India and the US, reports pib.gov.in on January 15. The Committee examined a number of officials from different agencies and also scrutinised relevant documents in this connection. After a long enquiry, the Committee has submitted its report to the Government and recommended legal action against an individual, whose earlier criminal links and antecedents also came to notice during the enquiry. The Committee recommended functional improvements in systems and procedures as also initiation of steps that could strengthen India’s response capability, ensure systematic controls and coordinated action in dealing with these matters. Read less... |
| January - 15 | At least 23 terrorists were arrested during intelligence-based operations (IBOs) by Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) in various cities of Punjab, Urdu Point reported on January 15. According to the CTD spokesperson, the operation was carried out in Read more... At least 23 terrorists were arrested during intelligence-based operations (IBOs) by Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) in various cities of Punjab, Urdu Point reported on January 15. According to the CTD spokesperson, the operation was carried out in Lahore, Jhelum, Sialkot, Rawalpindi, Gujrat, Sargodha and Faisalabad. Seven dreaded terrorists were arrested from Lahore along with weapons and explosives. Maps of important educational institutions of Lahore, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), detonators, safety fuses and cash were recovered from terrorists. The arrested terrorists include Abdul Razzaq, Muhammad Ismail, Wajahat Ali, Yousuf Raza, Naseemullah, Nazrullah, Abu Bakr, Tariq, Naseem Zaman and Shahid Nawaz. According to the authorities, the terrorists wanted to spread fear and panic by carrying out operations at different places. During the current week, 1033 suspects were also arrested during 9471 combing operations. As many as 21,708 people were questioned during the combing operations. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) announced that a new group from Mastung District of Balochistan, led by Maulvi Shoaib Baloch, joined their ranks by pledging allegiance to the TTP leader, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... On January 15, Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) announced that a new group from Mastung District of Balochistan, led by Maulvi Shoaib Baloch, joined their ranks by pledging allegiance to the TTP leader, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 15 | One Baloch man, identified as Abrar Baloch was allegedly ‘enforced disappeared’ by Security Forces (SFs) during a midnight raid in the Killi Qambarani area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, on January 15, reports The Balochistan Post. Read more... One Baloch man, identified as Abrar Baloch was allegedly ‘enforced disappeared’ by Security Forces (SFs) during a midnight raid in the Killi Qambarani area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, on January 15, reports The Balochistan Post. Read less... |
| January - 15 | Seven Army personnel, including an officer, were killed when their vehicle was destroyed in a remote-controlled bomb attack by Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres in Shay Zangi area of Dasht tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan Read more... Seven Army personnel, including an officer, were killed when their vehicle was destroyed in a remote-controlled bomb attack by Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres in Shay Zangi area of Dasht tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 15, reports The Balochistan Post. BLF claimed responsibility of the attack. BLF ‘spokesperson’ said the convoy, consisting of 11 vehicles, was returning to a base in Turbat after a military operation in Dasht. He said the vehicles had turned off their headlights to avoid detection, but BLF fighters, acting on “verified intelligence,” successfully carried out the attack. Read less... |
| January - 15 | Two Baloch men, identified as Nabi Dad, son of Ibrahim, a resident of Pirandar and Mahmood, son of Zulfiqar, a resident of Malashband, were reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ by Security Forces (SFs) during late-night raids in the Meeni area of Mashka Read more... Two Baloch men, identified as Nabi Dad, son of Ibrahim, a resident of Pirandar and Mahmood, son of Zulfiqar, a resident of Malashband, were reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ by Security Forces (SFs) during late-night raids in the Meeni area of Mashkay tehsil (revenue unit) in Awaran District of Balochistan on January 15, reports The Balochistan Post. Witnesses said several individuals were detained during the raids, but most were later released, except for the two men. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, an idol of an old Hindu temple- (Pathabali temple) in Baraitali Battala area of Ward No. 3 of Shraltali Union in Kaliakor Upazila (sub-district) in Gazipur District was vandalized, reports Prothom Alo. Temple priest Sukamal Chakraborty Read more... On January 15, an idol of an old Hindu temple- (Pathabali temple) in Baraitali Battala area of Ward No. 3 of Shraltali Union in Kaliakor Upazila (sub-district) in Gazipur District was vandalized, reports Prothom Alo. Temple priest Sukamal Chakraborty said, "We worshipped there on Wednesday afternoon as well. This morning, I saw that the idol of the temple had been vandalized. Sometime last night, miscreants broke the idol." Saiful Alam, a member of the Shraltali Union Parishad, said that in the last two months, various types of crimes including theft and robbery have increased in the area. Earlier, there were Police patrols. Now, let alone at night, the police are not seen even during the day. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, at least 20 persons were injured in an attack on an indigenous group and its supporters protesting the removal of a graffiti from textbooks featuring the word "indigenous" in in front of the National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB Read more... On January 15, at least 20 persons were injured in an attack on an indigenous group and its supporters protesting the removal of a graffiti from textbooks featuring the word "indigenous" in in front of the National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) office in Motijheel in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. The attack was carried out by a group identifying themselves as "Students for Sovereignty". The attack ensued when some indigenous people and their supporters under the banner, Aggrieved Indigenous Student-Masses, went to the NCTB office to hold a scheduled programme. The injured include Rupaiya Shrestha Tanchangya (24), a central leader of the Students Against Discrimination platform; Isaba Suhrat (25); Rengiyong Mro (27); Don Jetra; Futonto Chakma (22); Dhanojatra (28); Anonto Dhamay (35); DBC journalist Jewel Marak (35); Shaily (27); Donoai Mro (24); Tanichirang (30); Toni Chiran; Rahee Nayab and more. Read less... |
| January - 15 | On January 15, the Rights and Risks Analysis Group (RRAG) condemned the pre-planned attacks on Adivasi students by the cadres of the Islamic Chhtra Shibir (ICS)- the student wing of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), reports Northeast Herald. The Advisasi stude Read more... On January 15, the Rights and Risks Analysis Group (RRAG) condemned the pre-planned attacks on Adivasi students by the cadres of the Islamic Chhtra Shibir (ICS)- the student wing of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), reports Northeast Herald. The Advisasi students including from the mainland Bangladesh under the banner “Songkhubda Adivasi Chhatra Janata” organized a protest in front of the National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) in Dhaka to protest against deletion of the word, Adivasi, from the back cover of the ninth and tenth-grade Bangla Grammar and Composition textbook on January 12, 2025. The ICS students under the banner “Students for Sovereignty” attacked the Adivasi students who had gathered at the NCTB. Read less... |
| January - 15 | The interim Government of Bangladesh recognised the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHTs) region as a “foreign affairs issue”, reports Meghalaya Monitor on January 15. The Government also notified reconstitution of the CHT Accord Implementation & Monitoring Read more... The interim Government of Bangladesh recognised the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHTs) region as a “foreign affairs issue”, reports Meghalaya Monitor on January 15. The Government also notified reconstitution of the CHT Accord Implementation & Monitoring Committee with Foreign Affairs Advisor Touhid Hussain as the Convenor and Jyotirindra Bodhipriya Larma, President of the Jana Samhati Samiti (JSS) and Suddatta Chakmna, Chairman of the Task Force for Rehabilitation and Resettlement of the Returnee Refugees from India. The Chakma Development Foundation of India (CDFI) on welcomed this move. Read less... |
| January - 15 | A rift within the Taliban resurfaced as the Haqqani faction proposed Ahmad Haqqani, son of Khalil-ur-Rahman Haqqani, for Minister of Refugees and Repatriation, but leader Hibatullah Akhundzada appointed Abdul Kabir instead, reports Amu TV on January Read more... A rift within the Taliban resurfaced as the Haqqani faction proposed Ahmad Haqqani, son of Khalil-ur-Rahman Haqqani, for Minister of Refugees and Repatriation, but leader Hibatullah Akhundzada appointed Abdul Kabir instead, reports Amu TV on January 15. Sources indicate that Akhundzada’s appointment of Abdul Kabir was a deliberate rejection of the Haqqani faction’s proposal, signalling his intent to consolidate authority and counterbalance the influence of the Haqqani network within the Taliban’s hierarchy. Read less... |
| January - 15 | Taliban detained five officials from the “New Horizon Human Development Institute,” an educational organization operating in the central province of Daykundi Province, reports Amu TV on January 15. According to the sources, the individuals, reportedl Read more... Taliban detained five officials from the “New Horizon Human Development Institute,” an educational organization operating in the central province of Daykundi Province, reports Amu TV on January 15. According to the sources, the individuals, reportedly taken into custody by Taliban intelligence, include Mohsen Saadat, Sayed Habib Roshan, Jawad Hamta, Asadullah Halimi, and Lal Mohammad Mohammadi, with Saadat and Mohammadi detained on January 14, and the others detained on January 11. Read less... |
| January - 15 | Taliban’s spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid expressed readiness to engage in a prisoner exchange with the United States (US) but claimed that the US has yet to take any actionable steps, reports Amu TV on January 15. Mujahid said, “We have proposed the Read more... Taliban’s spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid expressed readiness to engage in a prisoner exchange with the United States (US) but claimed that the US has yet to take any actionable steps, reports Amu TV on January 15. Mujahid said, “We have proposed the release of Afghan prisoners held at Guantánamo in exchange for American detainees in Afghanistan, but the U.S. has not taken any practical steps.” Dismissing all the claims made by US, Mujahid said, “This is a bilateral program, and clarity has been provided to the US…The Islamic Emirate is ready for a prisoner swap under its conditions, but no action has been taken by the Americans so far.” Read less... |
| January - 16 | A woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Kalamu Pai (28), active in the restive Darbha area of Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region, surrendered in the coal town in the Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana on January 16 Read more... A woman Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Kalamu Pai (28), active in the restive Darbha area of Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region, surrendered in the coal town in the Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana on January 16, reports The Hindu. Pai, a resident of Palya village in Sukma District of Chhattisgarh, was an ‘area committee member (ACM)’ of the CPI-Maoist of the Kerlapal area committee in Chhattisgarh, carrying a reward of INR 400,000 on her head. She cited the spurt in incidents of exchange of fire between the Maoists and Police, the establishment of new Police camps in the forested Bastar region, and her ill health as the main reasons for her decision to quit the banned outfit and join the mainstream, the Police said. Read less... |
| January - 16 | At least 12 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed by the Security Forces (SFs) in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 16, reports The Hindu. The encounter broke out around 9 A.M. [IST] when a j Read more... At least 12 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed by the Security Forces (SFs) in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 16, reports The Hindu. The encounter broke out around 9 A.M. [IST] when a joint team of security personnel of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) from three districts (Bijapur, Dantewada, and Sukma), five battalions of CoBRA [Commando Battalion for Resolute Action, an elite jungle warfare unit of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)], and the 229th battalion of CRPF was out after receiving a tip-off about the presence of Maoists in the forested area. During the operation, intermittent exchange of fire took place between SFs and Maoists, leading to the killing of the 12 Maoists, whose identities are yet to be ascertained. Police said a cache of weapons and explosives were seized from the site. On January 18, Chhattisgarh Police stated that 18 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, not 12, as initially announced, were killed in South Bastar operation of January 16, attributing the update to a press release in which the Maoists themselves conceded losing more members, reports The Hindu. Earlier, SATP had reported that at least 12 CPI-Maoist cadres were killed by the Security Forces (SFs) in Bijapur District in Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 16. “In today’s press release, Naxals [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] have accepted the loss of 18 cadres, including that of Telangana State Committee cadre Damodar [Damodar alias Chokka Rao]. It is a big setback to the Naxals in one of their important stronghold areas,” said Bastar Range, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sundarraj P. Read less... |
| January - 16 | Investigations by Cyber cell of Police based on specific inputs provided by the anti-terror squad (ATS) led to a massive inter-state racket in Satna district in the Vindhya region of Madhya Pradesh (MP) is turning out to be a fertile base for mule ac Read more... Investigations by Cyber cell of Police based on specific inputs provided by the anti-terror squad (ATS) led to a massive inter-state racket in Satna district in the Vindhya region of Madhya Pradesh (MP) is turning out to be a fertile base for mule accounts --which are being used not just to park and move money earned by cyber fraudsters, but also serving as route for transfer of funds of suspected terror financing, reports The New Indian Express on January 16. The bank accounts were opened in the name of downtrodden people after promising to credit benefits of various government schemes in those accounts. Around 400-500 such mule accounts have so far been traced, majority of which were opened by fraudsters in the name of low-income people residing in Satna District and neighbouring Jabalpur District. Ongoing probe suggests that a sum of more than INR 1500 crores has been routed by cyber fraudsters as well as suspected terror financers (having overseas connections) through the mule accounts opened in the name of people of Satna district of Vindhya region and Jabalpur district of adjoining Mahakoshal region of MP. In December 2024, the MP ATS got the whiff of the mule accounts-aided cyber fraud and suspected terror funding racket, when 16 private security personnel (all from economically weak families) working at a prominent cement factory in Satna district, approached the local Police. Acting in the matter, the State Police arrested at least 23 men forming part of the mule account racket, which has its key players operating from MP, Delhi, Haryana and Telangana. Most of the arrested men, including prime players Mohammed Mashooq, Sajid Khan and Chanchal Vishwakarma hail from Satna District. In an ongoing probe, MP Police raid at a flat in a multi-storied building in Gurugram on January 7, 2025, had helped the unearthing of fake call center. As many as 14 laptops, 85 debit cards, five QR codes and one tablet were seized, which suggested that the mastermind Mohammed Mashooq was running a call center there to dupe people. Read less... |
| January - 16 | On January 16, a 36 High Explosive (HE) grenade was recovered at the courtyard of an individual, identified as Asem Ranjit (64), in Kakwa under the Singjamei Police Station in Imphal West District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. A team from the bo Read more... On January 16, a 36 High Explosive (HE) grenade was recovered at the courtyard of an individual, identified as Asem Ranjit (64), in Kakwa under the Singjamei Police Station in Imphal West District of Manipur, reports NorthEast Now. A team from the bomb detection and disposal squad reached the location and successfully defused the bomb. Read less... |
| January - 16 | On January 16, Manipur Police announced on X that Security Forces (SFs) recovered one 9mm CMG mag, four 36 HE Hand Grenade, 27 live round ammunitions, 117 7.62x39 mm empty case, one Helican Antenna, five Ni-Cad Battery, three Tear smoke Shell Soft N Read more... On January 16, Manipur Police announced on X that Security Forces (SFs) recovered one 9mm CMG mag, four 36 HE Hand Grenade, 27 live round ammunitions, 117 7.62x39 mm empty case, one Helican Antenna, five Ni-Cad Battery, three Tear smoke Shell Soft Nose (SR), one Chilli Tear Smoke Shell, one Arming Ring, one Detonator, three Radio Set Marked as TYT TH-UVF80, one TYT TH-UVF80 Radio Set charger, two TYT TH-UVF80 Radio Set adapter and three TYT TH-UVF80 Radio Set Antenna from Salam Patong village areas under Nongpok Sekmai-Police Station in Thoubal District of Manipur. Read less... |
| January - 16 | On January 16, Manipur Police announced on X that Security Forces (SFs) recovered one 51 mm Mortar Tube Launcher, one SLR with one magazine, one Sniper Rifle, three 40 mm Lathode Shell, four SLR live ammunition, four 36 HE Grenade, one Smoke Bomb, o Read more... On January 16, Manipur Police announced on X that Security Forces (SFs) recovered one 51 mm Mortar Tube Launcher, one SLR with one magazine, one Sniper Rifle, three 40 mm Lathode Shell, four SLR live ammunition, four 36 HE Grenade, one Smoke Bomb, one 12 Bore Cartridge, five .303 Blank Cartridge, six Rubber Bullet, three Tear Smoke Shell 50 M, one Tear Smoke Shell 135 M, one Chilli Tear Smoke Shell 136 M, three Stunt Shell, one HE MK-I, two WT Set, three camouflage long pant, two magazine pouch and two pairs of hunting shoes from the adjoining fringe area of Aigejang and Leimaram Uyok Ching under Nambol-Police Station in Bishnupur District of Manipur. Read less... |
| January - 16 | On January 16, the Border Security Force (BSF) recovered 8.56 kilograms of heroin, suspected to have been dropped by a drone near Balharwal village along the India-Pakistan border in Amritsar District of Punjab, reports The Tribune. “The big packet w Read more... On January 16, the Border Security Force (BSF) recovered 8.56 kilograms of heroin, suspected to have been dropped by a drone near Balharwal village along the India-Pakistan border in Amritsar District of Punjab, reports The Tribune. “The big packet was wrapped in yellow adhesive tape with five illuminating strips and a steel ring attached, indicating a possible consignment dropped by a drone,” a BSF spokesman said. Read less... |
| January - 16 | On January 16, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI AIR 3S drone from Dal village in Tarn Taran District of Punjab. Read more... On January 16, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI AIR 3S drone from Dal village in Tarn Taran District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 16 | On January 16, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI AIR 3S drone from Gulluwal village in Amritsar District of Punjab. Read more... On January 16, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on ‘X’ that it recovered a DJI AIR 3S drone from Gulluwal village in Amritsar District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 16 January - 17 | The 5th meeting of the India-Italy Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime was held on January 16-17 in Rome, Italy and the two countries discussed emerging domestic, regional and international terrorist threats and exchang Read more... The 5th meeting of the India-Italy Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime was held on January 16-17 in Rome, Italy and the two countries discussed emerging domestic, regional and international terrorist threats and exchanged views on a wide range of areas of cooperation in counter terrorism and transnational organized crime, reports mea.gov.in. The meeting was Co-chaired by K.D. Dewal, Joint Secretary for Counter Terrorism in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), from the Indian side and Alessandro Azzoni, Senior Deputy Director for Political Affairs and Director for Security at the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, from the Italian side. Recognizing the need for enhancing cooperation for effectively countering the misuse of technology for terrorist purposes, the two sides shared experience in preventing and mitigating the menace. They re-affirmed commitment to strengthen cooperation in the multilateral fora, including in the United Nations (UN), Global Counterterrorism Forum (GCTF) and Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Both countries agreed to hold the next meeting of the JWG in Delhi. Read less... |
| January - 16 | Two Commandos of CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) were injured when a pressure improvised explosive device (IED) planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) went off in the Basaguda Police Station area in Bijapur Distric Read more... Two Commandos of CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) were injured when a pressure improvised explosive device (IED) planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) went off in the Basaguda Police Station area in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 16, reports The Hindu. The injured duo, Mridul Barman and Mohd. Ishaq of the CoBRA 206th battalion, was part of a team that was out on an area domination operation. “The Maoists have also started using beer bottles to plant IEDs, which helps them to camouflage the bomb as well as cause maximum damage due to the glass pieces which act as splinters,” said an Police official. Read less... |
| January - 16 | A paramilitary official was abducted by unidentified assailants in Ghazni Khel area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 16, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... A paramilitary official was abducted by unidentified assailants in Ghazni Khel area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 16, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 16 | A Police Constable, identified as Habib Ur Rehman, was gunned down by unidentified assailants in Tithar Khel area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 16, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... A Police Constable, identified as Habib Ur Rehman, was gunned down by unidentified assailants in Tithar Khel area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 16, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 16 | A soldier was killed while six terrorists were killed after Security Forces (SFs) retaliated to an attack on an aid convoy, carrying essential goods for sectarian violence-marred Kurram District, near the Bagan area of Kurram District in Khyber Pakht Read more... A soldier was killed while six terrorists were killed after Security Forces (SFs) retaliated to an attack on an aid convoy, carrying essential goods for sectarian violence-marred Kurram District, near the Bagan area of Kurram District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 16, reports Geo News. At least 10 terrorists and four SF personnel also sustained injuries during the clash. "A soldier is martyred and four others sustained injuries in the attack," said Kurram District Additional Deputy Commissioner Shaukat Ali, adding that three vehicles in the aid convoy were damaged. The terrorists targeted the cargo trucks of the convoy carrying medicines, vegetables, fruits, and other food items. Read less... |
| January - 16 | Security Forces (SFs) were targeted on January 16 at a place between Surkhin and Nechara areas in Kalat District of Balochistan, where a bomb explosion was followed by an armed assault by unidentified terrorists, reports The Balochistan Post. The att Read more... Security Forces (SFs) were targeted on January 16 at a place between Surkhin and Nechara areas in Kalat District of Balochistan, where a bomb explosion was followed by an armed assault by unidentified terrorists, reports The Balochistan Post. The attack took place when the SFs were reportedly on foot patrol. A bomb detonated during their advance, and attackers lying in wait opened fire with heavy weapons. Local sources said the attack caused casualties among the SFs. However, no official statement has been issued by military authorities, and no insurgent group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far. Read less... |
| January - 16 | The death toll from January 16’s attack on a supply convoy bound for Parachinar in Kurram District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa climbed to 10, Dawn reported on January 17 quoting District Health Officer (DHO) Qaiser Abbas. DHO Qaiser Abbas said the deceased Read more... The death toll from January 16’s attack on a supply convoy bound for Parachinar in Kurram District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa climbed to 10, Dawn reported on January 17 quoting District Health Officer (DHO) Qaiser Abbas. DHO Qaiser Abbas said the deceased included one Security personnel, six drivers and two passengers. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) quoting Geo News reported that a soldier was killed while six terrorists were killed after Security Forces (SFs) retaliated to the attack on the aid convoy. At least 10 terrorists and four SF personnel also sustained injuries during the clash. The terrorists targeted the cargo trucks of the convoy carrying medicines, vegetables, fruits, and other food items. Read less... |
| January - 16 | The houses of Frontier Constabulary (FCB) personnel were set on fire by unidentified terrorists in Kot Laloo area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 16, while the personnel were away on their duty, reports The Khorasan Diar Read more... The houses of Frontier Constabulary (FCB) personnel were set on fire by unidentified terrorists in Kot Laloo area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 16, while the personnel were away on their duty, reports The Khorasan Diary. However, no loss of life was reported. The women and children were set aside by the terrorists before burning the buildings to ashes, said Police. Read less... |
| January - 16 | Two Policemen were injured when unidentified terrorists carried out fire raid on a Police post located at the Shangla top area of Shangla District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 16 (today), reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... Two Policemen were injured when unidentified terrorists carried out fire raid on a Police post located at the Shangla top area of Shangla District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 16 (today), reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 16 | On January 16, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami ameer (chief) Shafiqur Rahman said, "Our fight is not over yet. We still have a lot of fight ahead of us to achieve a fair election…Awami League leaders and activists, including Sheikh Hasina, are conspiring Read more... On January 16, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami ameer (chief) Shafiqur Rahman said, "Our fight is not over yet. We still have a lot of fight ahead of us to achieve a fair election…Awami League leaders and activists, including Sheikh Hasina, are conspiring by fleeing. This nation will unite and foil all future conspiracies." He added, "If the responsibility of running this country falls on us, we will not be the owners of the country, we will be the servants of the country. Everyone must be together in the hope of building such a Bangladesh. The unity of the students and the people has foiled all the conspiracies that have been hatched. This nation will foil all the conspiracies in the future as well." Read less... |
| January - 16 | On January 16, family of Faiz Ahmed, the deceased Lakshmipur District Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) naib ameer (deputy chief) has filed a complaint with the Office of the Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) against 41 people, includin Read more... On January 16, family of Faiz Ahmed, the deceased Lakshmipur District Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) naib ameer (deputy chief) has filed a complaint with the Office of the Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) against 41 people, including former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, for the shooting and killing of his brother Faiz Ahmed from a rooftop in 2013, reports Prothom Alo. Apart from Sheikh Hasina, the complaint also names former Home Minister Mohiuddin Khan Alamgir, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's military advisor Tariq Ahmed Siddique, former Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) Additional Director General (ADG) Ziaul Ahsan, and former RAB-11 captain Tareq Sayeed Mohammad. Read less... |
| January - 16 | On January 16, Jamaat-e-Islami ‘ameer’ (chief) Shafiqur Rahman said, "There is no alternative to Jamaat-e-Islami in establishing peace in the country. If you want to establish peace in the country, you should come under the shadow of Islam." He added Read more... On January 16, Jamaat-e-Islami ‘ameer’ (chief) Shafiqur Rahman said, "There is no alternative to Jamaat-e-Islami in establishing peace in the country. If you want to establish peace in the country, you should come under the shadow of Islam." He added, “We want a country where there is fair freedom of speech. We do not believe in unlimited unfair freedom. We want a society where journalists call white white and black black. We want to ensure that environment for journalists.” Read less... |
| January - 16 | On January 16, Afghanistan Security Watch reported that in December 2024, there were 39 incidents targeting the Taliban across Afghanistan, including 12 by the Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF), six by the National Resistance Front (NRF), 1 by the Isla Read more... On January 16, Afghanistan Security Watch reported that in December 2024, there were 39 incidents targeting the Taliban across Afghanistan, including 12 by the Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF), six by the National Resistance Front (NRF), 1 by the Islamic State of Khorasan Province (IS-KP), and six by unknown actors, occurring in Kabul, Badghis, Herat, Parwan, and Nangarhar, reports Afghanistan International. Afghanistan Security Watch noted that while December 2024 saw three fewer incidents than November, confirmed incidents from independent sources increased by 10 during the same period. Read less... |
| January - 17 | A joint team of the DRG (District Reserve Guard) and BSF (Border Security Force) during a search operation exchanged fire with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from the Rowghat Partapur area committees in the forests of Sitarm and Kon Read more... A joint team of the DRG (District Reserve Guard) and BSF (Border Security Force) during a search operation exchanged fire with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) from the Rowghat Partapur area committees in the forests of Sitarm and Konge in Kanker District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 17, reports The Times of India. After the encounter, a CPI-Maoist cadre, identified as Rakesh alias Motiram Usendi (39), a member of the DVC (Divisional Committee) carrying an INR 800,000 bounty, was arrested by the Security Forces (SFs) while other senior Maoists managed to escape into the dense forest. Rakesh is a resident of Katarkurushbodi in Durgukondal. SFs recovered a shotgun, a homemade air gun pistol, seven homemade BGL (Barrel Grenade Launcher) cells, two empty BGL cells, a drill machine, a charger, uniforms, and batteries. Read less... |
| January - 17 | A new online Islamic radicalisation module has been unearthed by India Today’s Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) team which calls upon Indian Muslim youths to wage jihad in India and rebuild Babri Mosque, reports India Today on January 17. It also cal Read more... A new online Islamic radicalisation module has been unearthed by India Today’s Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) team which calls upon Indian Muslim youths to wage jihad in India and rebuild Babri Mosque, reports India Today on January 17. It also called to singles out certain content creators and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath as targets. Central to the new jihadi radicalisation module is Pakistan-based terrorist Farhatullah Ghori, who is linked to the 2024 Rameswaram Cafe and 2002 Akshardham Temple attacks. A newly-registered website and a private group on Signal messenger are central to the module which spreads radical propaganda through Facebook, Instagram, Dailymotion, Internet Archive, YouTube, Soundcloud and a blog. Read less... |
| January - 17 | A villager identified as Sukku Hapka (48), a resident of Hallur village in the Mirtur Police Station area, was abducted and subsequently strangled to death by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on suspicion of being a ‘pol Read more... A villager identified as Sukku Hapka (48), a resident of Hallur village in the Mirtur Police Station area, was abducted and subsequently strangled to death by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on suspicion of being a ‘police informer’ in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 17, reports The Times of India. His dead body was later found abandoned nearby along with a pamphlet from the Bhairamgarh area committee of Maoists that claimed Sukku was a ‘police informer.’ Read less... |
| January - 17 | On January 17, Rajnath Singh, the Defence Minister of India stated that in view of India's strategic location in Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and its geopolitical situation, India needs to strengthen both its offensive and defensive capabilities and res Read more... On January 17, Rajnath Singh, the Defence Minister of India stated that in view of India's strategic location in Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and its geopolitical situation, India needs to strengthen both its offensive and defensive capabilities and responses in view of the turmoil being witnessed in rules-based international order, reports The Times of India. Singh also reiterated Government resolve to strengthen Navy, stressing the need to protect the country's territorial waters, ensure freedom of navigation, and keep sea routes safe. He said, "If we assess the entire decade from a defence and security perspective, we can say that it has been a volatile decade. We are witnessing conflicts and wars in different regions across the world. Keeping these things in mind, we need planning, resourcing and budgeting for our security”. "In recent years, major naval powers have reduced their presence in IOR, while Indian Navy has increased it. There is a possibility of increase in threats in the Gulf of Aden, Red Sea and the sea areas adjacent to East African countries. In view of this, Navy is working towards increasing its presence further," Singh said. He also described cyber security as an important aspect of maritime security in today's times, stating that ignoring cyber-attacks can prove to be detrimental or fatal. He stressed the need to run a special awareness campaign on cyber-security in the armed forces. Read less... |
| January - 17 | On January 17, Security forces (SFs) launched a search operation in the Billawar area in the Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Read more... On January 17, Security forces (SFs) launched a search operation in the Billawar area in the Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Read less... |
| January - 17 | The District Reserve Guards (DRG) troops returning from an operation spotted a deep, long and narrow tunnel that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) used as an easy hideout, stockpile arms and ammunition, and use it as a staging ground f Read more... The District Reserve Guards (DRG) troops returning from an operation spotted a deep, long and narrow tunnel that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) used as an easy hideout, stockpile arms and ammunition, and use it as a staging ground for ambushes in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 17, reports The Times of India. While the exact dimension of the Maoist bunker isn’t immediately known, yet it was big enough for 5-6 humans to move around amid huge dump of explosives, machines, generators and pipes. As per the videos and photos of the latest discovery of a tunnel, there’s a narrow entry down the earth surface that widens underground. The walls made of packed earth and like the previous one, there were niches cut into it for sunlight and ventilation. A huge dump of Maoist literature, pipes, wires, and generators was recovered from the spot. Bastar Range, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sundarraj P. said, “We have ventured into the Maoists’ stronghold of PLGA [People's Liberation Guerilla Army] Company number one and Central Regional Committee [CRC] and now we have started to disturb their facility which they used to make BGL [Barrel Grenade Launcher] shells, IEDs [improvised explosive devices], which prove detrimental to both security forces and civilians. Such tunnels serve as safe bunkers and used by Maoists as hideouts during operations, store ammunitions etc.” Such bunkers are not unusual for a Maoist stronghold region such as Bijapur, south Bastar and Abujhmarh in Narayanpur districts, which have huge patches with scarce population. It’s easy for Maoists to make such a hide-out, IG Sundarraj said. Read less... |
| January - 17 | Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel sustained injuries after Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set off an improvised explosive device (IED) in Narayanpur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 17, reports A Read more... Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel sustained injuries after Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set off an improvised explosive device (IED) in Narayanpur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 17, reports ANI. The incident occurred when a BSF Road-Opening Party (ROP) was being deployed up between Camp Garpa and Garpa village, the Police said. Read less... |
| January - 17 | Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres attacked a Police checkpoint at Singani Sar in Turbat town of Kech District in Balochistan on January 17, reports The Balochistan Post. BLF cadres seized weapons from the officers and set the checkpoint ablaz Read more... Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres attacked a Police checkpoint at Singani Sar in Turbat town of Kech District in Balochistan on January 17, reports The Balochistan Post. BLF cadres seized weapons from the officers and set the checkpoint ablaze, warning them against further engagement. BLF ‘spokesperson’ Major Gwahram Baloch claimed responsibility of the attack. The Major Gwahram Baloch said the officers were released “unharmed due to their Baloch identity.” Read less... |
| January - 17 | Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) Sniper Tactical Team shot dead a soldier at Chur Mubarki Koh area of Zamuran tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 17, reports The Balochistan Post. BLF ‘spokesperson’ Major Gwahram Baloch Read more... Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) Sniper Tactical Team shot dead a soldier at Chur Mubarki Koh area of Zamuran tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 17, reports The Balochistan Post. BLF ‘spokesperson’ Major Gwahram Baloch claimed responsibility of the attack. Read less... |
| January - 17 | Five terrorists were killed in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Tirah valley area of Khyber District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 17, reports Dawn. A statement from the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said an IBO was conducted in t Read more... Five terrorists were killed in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Tirah valley area of Khyber District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 17, reports Dawn. A statement from the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said an IBO was conducted in the district’s general area of Tirah based on the reported presence of terrorists. It added that the Security Forces (SFs) engaged the terrorists and as a result, five, including ringleader Abidullah alias Turab, “were sent to hell” while one was apprehended. The ISPR said weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the slain who had remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area against the security forces, as well as killing of innocent civilians. Earlier on January 16, ISPR said that SFs killed 22 terrorists and injured 18 others in various IBOs across Tirah since December 14. Read less... |
| January - 17 | Security Forces (SFs) officials on January 17 confirmed killing of one personnel and injuries of two others personnel following an attack on a Frontier Corps (FC) patrol in Nechara areas of Kalat District in Balochistan on January 16, reports The Bal Read more... Security Forces (SFs) officials on January 17 confirmed killing of one personnel and injuries of two others personnel following an attack on a Frontier Corps (FC) patrol in Nechara areas of Kalat District in Balochistan on January 16, reports The Balochistan Post. Earlier, South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP) quoting The Balochistan Post reported that SFs were targeted at a place between Surkhin and Nechara areas, where a bomb explosion was followed by an armed assault by unidentified terrorists. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for the attack. In a statement, BLA ‘spokesperson’ Jeeyand Baloch said the group’s cadres had deployed a remote-controlled IED to kill three personnel and later ambushed the remaining forces with automatic weapons, killing four more. Read less... |
| January - 17 | Two soldiers were injured when Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres targeted a military checkpoint in the Paganzan area of Zamuran tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 17, reports The Balochistan Post. BLF ‘spokespers Read more... Two soldiers were injured when Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres targeted a military checkpoint in the Paganzan area of Zamuran tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 17, reports The Balochistan Post. BLF ‘spokesperson’ Major Gwahram Baloch claimed responsibility of the attack. Read less... |
| January - 17 | A group of 10 Jahangirnagar University teachers has voiced concerns about the "clandestine political activities" of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) in the university campus, The Daily Star reports on January 17. "We have observed that Bangladesh Islami C Read more... A group of 10 Jahangirnagar University teachers has voiced concerns about the "clandestine political activities" of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) in the university campus, The Daily Star reports on January 17. "We have observed that Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir (JU unit) is conducting secretive activities on campus, without disclosing their identity or forming a full-fledged committee. This lack of transparency could confuse the upcoming JUCSU elections and negatively affect the electoral process," said a press release issued by the teachers. "To ensure transparency and accountability, we urge all student organisations to avoid covert political activities," reads a press release. The teachers further voiced their concerns about the safety of female students on campus. In the release, they also reiterated demands for justice regarding the July 15, 2024, attack on protesting students by Chhatra League activists. Read less... |
| January - 17 | On January 17, Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) produced three of the suspects Yogaraja Nirojan, Suresh Ranjana, and W.A. Don Amarasiri before the court who were linked with former members of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), regardi Read more... On January 17, Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) produced three of the suspects Yogaraja Nirojan, Suresh Ranjana, and W.A. Don Amarasiri before the court who were linked with former members of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), regarding a planned terrorist attack targeting tourists in the Arugam Bay area in Ampara District of Eastern Province, reports ADA Derana. Read less... |
| January - 17 | On January 17, Ambassador of India to the United States (US), Vinay Kwatra and Kristie Canegallo, the Acting US Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in cybercrime investigations Read more... On January 17, Ambassador of India to the United States (US), Vinay Kwatra and Kristie Canegallo, the Acting US Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in cybercrime investigations in Washington D.C in US, reports mea.gov.in. The MoU allows the respective agencies of the two countries to step up the level of cooperation and training with respect to the use of cyber threat intelligence and digital forensics in criminal investigations. The MoU will deal with the common security challenges faced by India and the US, such as terrorism and violent extremism, terror financing, drug trafficking, organized crime, human trafficking, illegal migration, money laundering and transportation security. From India, the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) is responsible for execution of the MoU. From the US side, it is the DHS, and its constituent agencies the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the Homeland Security Investigations Cyber Crimes Center (C3). Read less... |
| January - 17 | On January 17, Amnesty International called on Pakistan to immediately release Afghan migrants detained in the country, reports Amu TV. Amnesty International said the new year started with fear for Afghan migrants in Islamabad, as Pakistani authoriti Read more... On January 17, Amnesty International called on Pakistan to immediately release Afghan migrants detained in the country, reports Amu TV. Amnesty International said the new year started with fear for Afghan migrants in Islamabad, as Pakistani authorities launched night-time raids, harassment, and arbitrary arrests. Read less... |
| January - 17 | On January 17, speaking at a meeting in Minsk, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko, said that Afghanistan and Syria want to have economic cooperation with the country, but the situation in both countries is complex and difficult, reports Afghan Read more... On January 17, speaking at a meeting in Minsk, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko, said that Afghanistan and Syria want to have economic cooperation with the country, but the situation in both countries is complex and difficult, reports Afghanistan International. Read less... |
| January - 17 | Taliban Ministry of Justice (MoJ) announced that under a directive from Taliban supreme leader Mullah Haibatullah Akhundzada, public employees are now prohibited from holding two official positions simultaneously, reports Amu TV on January 17. The or Read more... Taliban Ministry of Justice (MoJ) announced that under a directive from Taliban supreme leader Mullah Haibatullah Akhundzada, public employees are now prohibited from holding two official positions simultaneously, reports Amu TV on January 17. The order, originally issued on May 22, 2023, was republished in the Taliban’s official gazette to reinforce public awareness, applying to all government employees, including high-ranking officials, who must resign from one of their roles if they currently hold dual positions. The directive stated, “No official, whether high-ranking or lower-ranking, is allowed to simultaneously perform duties in two official capacities…Those who hold dual roles must relinquish one of them.” Read less... |
| January - 17 | Women and Children Legal Research Foundation (WCLRF), in collaboration with the Women’s Voice and Leadership in Humanitarian Settings (WHS), advocated for women’s rights under the Taliban's rule in their new report titled "Leadership in Adversity: Wo Read more... Women and Children Legal Research Foundation (WCLRF), in collaboration with the Women’s Voice and Leadership in Humanitarian Settings (WHS), advocated for women’s rights under the Taliban's rule in their new report titled "Leadership in Adversity: Women-Led Organizations," reports Amu TV on January 17. The report highlighted, “The WHS project has empowered cohort members to actively participate in advocacy, establishing themselves as credible sources of support for women and girls.” Read less... |
| January - 18 | A ‘deputy commander’ of the Bodla area committee of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Ramesh Madavi and his wife, Roshni alias HIdme surrendered before in Kabirdham (Kawardha) District on January 18, reports etvbharat.com. The couple, Read more... A ‘deputy commander’ of the Bodla area committee of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Ramesh Madavi and his wife, Roshni alias HIdme surrendered before in Kabirdham (Kawardha) District on January 18, reports etvbharat.com. The couple, surrendered before Kawardha Collector Gopal Verma and Superintendent of Police (SP) Dharmendra Singh Chhawai at the SP office. SP Dharmendra Singh Chhawai said, "Ramesh is native of Purvati village in Sukma and joined Naxalite [Left Wing Extremist, LWE] group Jagargunda Dalam [armed squad] in 2009. After a year of training, he became the bodyguard of Naxalite Ramanna. Both of them were active in Kabirdham from 2015 to 2019. They returned to their village in 2019 but remained in constant touch with the Maoist organisation until their surrender, said the Kawardha SP. Read less... |
| January - 18 | As many as 22 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) party ‘militia’ (people’s army of the Maoists) members of the Errapalli Revolutionary People’s Committee (RPC) of Sukma District in Chhattisgarh surrendered before Superintendent of Police (S Read more... As many as 22 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) party ‘militia’ (people’s army of the Maoists) members of the Errapalli Revolutionary People’s Committee (RPC) of Sukma District in Chhattisgarh surrendered before Superintendent of Police (SP) B. Rohith Raju in Bhadradri Kothagudem District of Telangana on January 18, reports Telangana Today. The SP said that the 22 ‘militia’ members decided to surrender to the Kothagudem Police as they were impressed with the rehabilitation policy offered by the Telangana government. The District Police organised an Athmeeya Sammelanam at Cherla Police Station on January 18 with the families of the Maoists who surrendered during the last year and those who were underground. The identities of the surrendered Maoist ‘militia’ members are yet to be ascertained. Read less... |
| January - 18 | On January 18, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar remarked that ties with Pakistan remain an exception due to Pakistan's support for "crossborder terrorism" and cancer of terrorism consuming its body politic, reports The Times of India. "In Read more... On January 18, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar remarked that ties with Pakistan remain an exception due to Pakistan's support for "crossborder terrorism" and cancer of terrorism consuming its body politic, reports The Times of India. "India's challenge has been to rebuild a neighbourhood in the aftermath of the partition. It is doing so through a generous and non-reciprocal approach, funding and supporting energy, rail and road connectivity…. Sri Lanka discovered that in 2023 when India put together a package of more than $4 billion... Political developments may throw up complex situations as we are currently witnessing in Bangladesh... It is the mutuality of interest that should be counted upon to prevail," Jaishankar said. "Pakistan remains the exception in our neighbourhood in view of its support for cross-border terrorism. And that cancer is now consuming its own body politic. The entire subcontinent has a shared interest in Pakistan abjuring that approach," he added. Speaking about India-China ties, Jaishankar noted that efforts are ongoing to resolve complications stemming from the 2020 border situation, and affirmed the need for strategic long-term planning. "The emergence of a multipolar Asia is an essential prerequisite for a multipolar world. Changes in the stance of the United States and China are among the key factors contributing to the emergence of the Indo-Pacific as a theatre. For India, this engagement is a logical extrapolation of its active policy that focused on the ASEAN," he added. Read less... |
| January - 18 | On January 18, Manipur Police arrested one cadre of United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) identified as Sougrakpam Kingson Singh (35) from Hiyanglam Lai Pangamba area in Kakching District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. Read more... On January 18, Manipur Police arrested one cadre of United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) identified as Sougrakpam Kingson Singh (35) from Hiyanglam Lai Pangamba area in Kakching District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. Read less... |
| January - 18 | Unidentified assailants targeted a Levies checkpoint in Dhadar town of Kachhi District in Balochistan on January 18, detaining personnel and seizing weapons and supplies, reports The Balochistan Post. The detained personnel were released unharmed. No Read more... Unidentified assailants targeted a Levies checkpoint in Dhadar town of Kachhi District in Balochistan on January 18, detaining personnel and seizing weapons and supplies, reports The Balochistan Post. The detained personnel were released unharmed. No group has claimed the responsibility of the attack so far. Read less... |
| January - 18 | Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on X that on January 18, four Taliban fighters were killed and two others were injured in an AFF-orchestrated explosion in the central square of Pul-e-Khumri, the capital city of Baghlan Province. Earlier, on Read more... Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on X that on January 18, four Taliban fighters were killed and two others were injured in an AFF-orchestrated explosion in the central square of Pul-e-Khumri, the capital city of Baghlan Province. Earlier, on January 19, SATP had reported this incident with no casualties. Read less... |
| January - 18 | Anneliese Dodds, the United Kingdom (U.K.) Minister for Women and Equalities, announced that U.K. has joined a coalition of countries seeking to refer Afghanistan to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over systematic violations of women’s and g Read more... Anneliese Dodds, the United Kingdom (U.K.) Minister for Women and Equalities, announced that U.K. has joined a coalition of countries seeking to refer Afghanistan to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over systematic violations of women’s and girls’ rights under Taliban rule, reports Amu TV on January 18. He said, “London is deeply troubled by the appalling erosion of the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan.” “On January 9, we formally pledged political support for the initiative to refer Afghanistan to the ICJ for violations of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.” He reaffirmed Britain’s commitment to pressuring the Taliban and supporting global women’s rights, joining nations like France, Spain, Mexico, and Chile in referring Afghanistan’s human rights abuses to the ICJ. Read less... |
| January - 18 | During a meeting with Abdul Malik Haqqani, deputy of the Taliban's Supreme Court on January 18, Iran's Deputy Interior Minister for Security and Law Enforcement Affairs, Ali Akbar Pourjamshidian, called for "the establishment of a direct communicatio Read more... During a meeting with Abdul Malik Haqqani, deputy of the Taliban's Supreme Court on January 18, Iran's Deputy Interior Minister for Security and Law Enforcement Affairs, Ali Akbar Pourjamshidian, called for "the establishment of a direct communication channel between Iran's intelligence, security, and law enforcement agencies" and the Taliban, reports Afghanistan International. Akbar said, "The two countries have always fought common enemies over the past years, and this has caused the enemies of the two Muslim nations to seek to exploit and create discord." He stressed during the meeting that the establishment of a direct channel between the intelligence and security agencies of the two sides can play an effective role in strengthening bilateral relations. Read less... |
| January - 18 | Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) killed a Taliban fighter with a machine gun in Nahrin District of Baghlan Province, reports Afghan Analyst on X on January 18. It also seized a weapon. Read more... Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) killed a Taliban fighter with a machine gun in Nahrin District of Baghlan Province, reports Afghan Analyst on X on January 18. It also seized a weapon. Read less... |
| January - 18 | On January 18, Abbas Stanekzai, the Taliban’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, criticised the Taliban ban on women and girls education, saying that there is no excuse to continue the ban and that it has no basis in Islam teachings, repo Read more... On January 18, Abbas Stanekzai, the Taliban’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, criticised the Taliban ban on women and girls education, saying that there is no excuse to continue the ban and that it has no basis in Islam teachings, reports Amu TV. Stanekzai said, “We ask the leaders of the Emirate to open the gates of education…There is no excuse or justification for keeping them closed. During the time of the Prophet, the doors of education were open to both men and women. Half of our religious knowledge comes to us through Hazrat Aisha (may God be pleased with her). She was a scholar, a teacher, and an advisor to both men and women. She answered questions and solved problems because she was a learned woman.” “Unfortunately, today, everything is closed to women in our country…Schools are closed, universities are closed, hospitals are closed. Women are barred from going to doctors and even from entering mosques. Where in Sharia does this align? Are we more just than the Rightly Guided Caliphs? If this is being done to prevent ‘fitnah’ [moral corruption], then God, who is all-knowing, would have commanded such restrictions for the 20th century. Religion was sent to endure until the Day of Judgment, not to adapt to cultural interpretations of honor,” he added. Read less... |
| January - 18 | On January 18, an explosion occurred in Pul-e Khumri District of Baghlan Province, reports AMU TV. No casualties have been reported. Read more... On January 18, an explosion occurred in Pul-e Khumri District of Baghlan Province, reports AMU TV. No casualties have been reported. Read less... |
| January - 18 | On January 18, Taliban-run Ministry of Education (MoE) said that over 40 religious seminaries, or madrasas, have been inaugurated or had their foundation stones laid across Afghanistan over the past four months, reports Amu TV. According to official Read more... On January 18, Taliban-run Ministry of Education (MoE) said that over 40 religious seminaries, or madrasas, have been inaugurated or had their foundation stones laid across Afghanistan over the past four months, reports Amu TV. According to official figures, the ministry either constructed or reconstructed 41 seminaries in provinces including Bamiyan, Balkh, Paktiya, Paktika, Sar-e-Pul, Kapisa, Farah, Badakhshan, Baghlan, Khost, and Ghazni. Read less... |
| January - 18 | On January 18, the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation stated that Mawlawi Abdul Kabir, former Deputy Prime Minister for Political Affairs, officially started his role as acting Minister of Refugees and Repatriations, reports Ariana News. Appointed Read more... On January 18, the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation stated that Mawlawi Abdul Kabir, former Deputy Prime Minister for Political Affairs, officially started his role as acting Minister of Refugees and Repatriations, reports Ariana News. Appointed after the death of his predecessor, Khalil-ur-Rahman Haqqani, who was killed in a suicide bombing in Kabul on December 11, 2024. Read less... |
| January - 18 | Taliban's Ministry of Education (MoE) blocks Russian university scholarships for Afghan students for the second consecutive year, reports Amu TV on January 18. However, on January 16, the head of the Russian House of Science and Culture at the Russia Read more... Taliban's Ministry of Education (MoE) blocks Russian university scholarships for Afghan students for the second consecutive year, reports Amu TV on January 18. However, on January 16, the head of the Russian House of Science and Culture at the Russian Embassy in Kabul informed a group of 15 student representatives that the scholarships had been cancelled due to Taliban restrictions. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, a combined team of Manipur police and Assam Rifles conducted a search operation at a militants’ camp located at the foothill of Ushoipokpi under Lilong Police Station in Thoubal District of Manipur, reports Northeast Now. The operation Read more... On January 19, a combined team of Manipur police and Assam Rifles conducted a search operation at a militants’ camp located at the foothill of Ushoipokpi under Lilong Police Station in Thoubal District of Manipur, reports Northeast Now. The operation resulted in the recovery of a Single Bore Barrel (Sniper), a country-made Rifle, an Amogh carbine magazine, three .303 magazine, one High Explosive (HE)-36 hand grenade, a detonator, five 7.62 x 39mm live rounds, six .32 live rounds, a 9mm live rounds, six .303 empty case, four 7.62mm self-loading rifle (SLR) empty case, six 7.62 x 39mm empty case, two stun shells and three tear smoke shells. Read less... |
| January - 19 January - 20 | On January 19, acting on intelligence inputs, the Special Operation Group (SOG) of Odisha Police, the Special Force of Chhattisgarh Police, and CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) personnel launched a joint anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] opera Read more... On January 19, acting on intelligence inputs, the Special Operation Group (SOG) of Odisha Police, the Special Force of Chhattisgarh Police, and CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) personnel launched a joint anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism, LWE] operation in Kularighat Reserve Forest under Mainpur Police limits in the Gariabandh District of Chhattisgarh, reports The Hindu. Exchange of fire between the joint force and the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in the area was reported at around 8:30am [IST] on January 20 (today). The operation was still in progress at the time of reporting and no casualties were reported. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, an encounter occurred between terrorists and Security Forces (SFs) in the Zaloora Gujjarpati area of Sopore in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. No casualtie were reported. The encounter was going Read more... On January 19, an encounter occurred between terrorists and Security Forces (SFs) in the Zaloora Gujjarpati area of Sopore in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. No casualtie were reported. The encounter was going on at the time of reporting. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader cum builder cum President of the Chandrashekhar Azad Durga Puja Committee, Ramesh Singh, has been threatened in the name of the People Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Commun Read more... On January 19, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader cum builder cum President of the Chandrashekhar Azad Durga Puja Committee, Ramesh Singh, has been threatened in the name of the People Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), in Ranchi District of Jharkhand, reports jantaserishta.com. Ramesh Singh is being called from different numbers, and ransom is being demanded. Ramesh Singh has lodged an FIR (First Information Report) in Sukhdev Nagar Police Station regarding this. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, Police rescued a minor girl from the grip of a cadre of the People Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), and arrested the ultra, identified as Parmeshwar Gope, near a ma Read more... On January 19, Police rescued a minor girl from the grip of a cadre of the People Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), and arrested the ultra, identified as Parmeshwar Gope, near a mall in Ranchi, reports The Times of India. Gope, who has recently been out of jail, abducted the girl from a locality in Gumla town on January 17. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, Security Forces (SFs) arrested four cadres of the Socialist Revolution Party Kangleipak (SOREPA) identified as Leishangthem Somorjit Singh alias Lemba (34), Pebam Malemnganba Singh alias Lamnganba (18), Laishram Nelson Singh alias Phir Read more... On January 19, Security Forces (SFs) arrested four cadres of the Socialist Revolution Party Kangleipak (SOREPA) identified as Leishangthem Somorjit Singh alias Lemba (34), Pebam Malemnganba Singh alias Lamnganba (18), Laishram Nelson Singh alias Phirepa (22) and Ningthoujam Milan Meitei alias Khamba (25) from Indo-Myanmar Border (IMB), Border Pillar 79 (Pangal Basti) under Moreh Police Station (PS) in Tengnoupal District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, the Border Security Force (BSF) Punjab Frontier recovered a packet of heroin weighing 558 grams from Wan village in Tarn Taran District, Punjab, reports ANI News. The packet, wrapped in yellow adhesive tape, had a copper wire loop atta Read more... On January 19, the Border Security Force (BSF) Punjab Frontier recovered a packet of heroin weighing 558 grams from Wan village in Tarn Taran District, Punjab, reports ANI News. The packet, wrapped in yellow adhesive tape, had a copper wire loop attached, suspected to have been dropped by a drone. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, the Border Security Force (BSF) Punjab Frontier recovered one DJI Mavic Classic 3 drone from Malikpur village in the Gurdaspur District of Punjab, reports ANI News. Read more... On January 19, the Border Security Force (BSF) Punjab Frontier recovered one DJI Mavic Classic 3 drone from Malikpur village in the Gurdaspur District of Punjab, reports ANI News. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, the Border Security Force (BSF) Punjab Frontier recovered one drone (Hexacopter) from Lodhi Gujar village of Amritsar District of Punjab, reports ANI News. Read more... On January 19, the Border Security Force (BSF) Punjab Frontier recovered one drone (Hexacopter) from Lodhi Gujar village of Amritsar District of Punjab, reports ANI News. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, the Border Security Force (BSF) recovered a rusted 82-mm mortar shell near the International Border (IB) in the Kamour area of Ramgarh in Samba District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. The explosive device was defu Read more... On January 19, the Border Security Force (BSF) recovered a rusted 82-mm mortar shell near the International Border (IB) in the Kamour area of Ramgarh in Samba District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. The explosive device was defused. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN-IM) accused the Government of India (GoI) of employing deceitful tactics in handling the Indo-Naga political dialogue, which began in 1997, reports Northeast Now. In a statement, the NSCN Read more... On January 19, the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN-IM) accused the Government of India (GoI) of employing deceitful tactics in handling the Indo-Naga political dialogue, which began in 1997, reports Northeast Now. In a statement, the NSCN-IM claimed that the government’s “purposeful falsehood” aimed to mislead the global community about the Naga political issue and identity. The outfit criticized India’s alleged suppressive and divisive policies, which it said have persisted for over seven decades. The NSCN-IM highlighted India’s use of the term “terrorist outfit” to describe the organization, despite a 2002 Memorandum of Understanding in Milan, Italy, that lifted the ban under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). It also condemned the prolonged imprisonment of its ‘kilonser’ (foreign minister) Alemla Jamir, labelling it an act of intimidation against the Nagas. The outfit reiterated its stance against submission, asserting that such tactics undermine the spirit of justice and mutual respect. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) reported that it detained a total of 916 people including 586 Bangladeshi nationals and 318 Rohingyas from railway areas between 2021 and 2024, reports The New Indian Express. “In June and July 2024, Read more... On January 19, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) reported that it detained a total of 916 people including 586 Bangladeshi nationals and 318 Rohingyas from railway areas between 2021 and 2024, reports The New Indian Express. “In June and July 2024, the RPF apprehended 88 Bangladeshi and Rohingyas migrants in areas under the Northeast Frontier Railway. Some of these individuals confessed to entering India illegally and were intercepted while travelling by train to destinations such as Kolkata,” said RPF in a statement. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, the Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police arrested a cadre of the Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) identified as Jaheer Ali from Bilasipara in Dhubri District of Assam, reports NDTV. Police stated that the suspect was arrested during th Read more... On January 19, the Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police arrested a cadre of the Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) identified as Jaheer Ali from Bilasipara in Dhubri District of Assam, reports NDTV. Police stated that the suspect was arrested during the ongoing ‘Operation Praghat’. Read less... |
| January - 19 | The Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF) has claimed responsibility for the two-cylinder explosion during the Mahakumbh mela in Prayagraj District of Uttar Pradesh (UP) on January 19, which caused no casualties, reports Punjab News. In emails sent to multi Read more... The Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF) has claimed responsibility for the two-cylinder explosion during the Mahakumbh mela in Prayagraj District of Uttar Pradesh (UP) on January 19, which caused no casualties, reports Punjab News. In emails sent to multiple media outlets, the group described the blasts as retaliation for the December 23 Police encounter in Pilibhit District of UP, where three Khalistani terrorists were killed. KZF alleged the incident was a "fake encounter." Read less... |
| January - 19 | Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) on January 19 killed a man, identified as Muhammad Arif, son of Muhammad Umar, alleging him as “agent and informer” for Security Forces (SFs) in the Absar area of Turbat in Kech District of Balochistan, reports The Baloch Read more... Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) on January 19 killed a man, identified as Muhammad Arif, son of Muhammad Umar, alleging him as “agent and informer” for Security Forces (SFs) in the Absar area of Turbat in Kech District of Balochistan, reports The Balochistan Post. In a media statement, BLA ‘spokesperson’ Jeeyand Baloch said Arif was working “on parole” for Military Intelligence (MI) and had taken part in operations that led to the deaths of Baloch activists and insurgents between 2020 and 2021. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, unidentified assailants stormed a Police checkpoint at the main gate of Turbat University in Turbat town of Kech District in Balochistan, reports The Balochistan Post. The Police personnel were taken hostage, and six official weapons, Read more... On January 19, unidentified assailants stormed a Police checkpoint at the main gate of Turbat University in Turbat town of Kech District in Balochistan, reports The Balochistan Post. The Police personnel were taken hostage, and six official weapons, walkie-talkies, and other equipment were seized before the attackers fled on motorcycles into nearby mountains. Read less... |
| January - 19 | Security Forces (SFs) thwarted infiltration attempt by the terrorists along the Pakistan-Afghanistan Border and five terrorists were gunned down in Sambaza area of Zhob District in Balochistan in the night of January 19, reports ARY News. According t Read more... Security Forces (SFs) thwarted infiltration attempt by the terrorists along the Pakistan-Afghanistan Border and five terrorists were gunned down in Sambaza area of Zhob District in Balochistan in the night of January 19, reports ARY News. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), movement of a group of terrorists, who were trying to infiltrate through Pakistan-Afghanistan border, was picked up by the SFs and troops effectively engaged them and thwarted their attempt to infiltrate. Read less... |
| January - 19 | The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) announced a new administrative and operational structure for 2025, following a Rahbari Shura (leadership council) meeting, The Khorasan Diary reported on January 19. Mufti Noor Wali Mehsud will continue to lead th Read more... The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) announced a new administrative and operational structure for 2025, following a Rahbari Shura (leadership council) meeting, The Khorasan Diary reported on January 19. Mufti Noor Wali Mehsud will continue to lead the organization, with Mufti Burjan serving as his deputy. The Rahbari Shura comprises 17 members including ‘commander’ Ali Dawar, who recently joined TTP. Key changes in the organisational structure were new supervision zones, two additional zones, have been established to oversee operations. New shadow provinces have been added under TTP's administrative control. The leadership of both military zones has undergone a change. Mufti Nadeem Dervish, a prominent scholar from Peshawar who joined the TTP around a year ago, has been given a formal position in the organisation as a member of the central Darul Afta (Institute of Islamic Jurisprudence). Read less... |
| January - 19 | Two soldiers were killed when a military vehicle was targeted with a remote-controlled improvised explosive device (IED) in the Dilh Kek area of Zamuran tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 19, reports The Balochistan Post Read more... Two soldiers were killed when a military vehicle was targeted with a remote-controlled improvised explosive device (IED) in the Dilh Kek area of Zamuran tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 19, reports The Balochistan Post. Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility of the attack. In a media statement, BLA ‘spokesperson’ Jeeyand Baloch said the explosion destroyed the vehicle and killed two soldiers instantly. He added that the soldiers were clearing the route for an approaching military convoy when they were targeted. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI) met with Rohingya representatives to provide the use of weapons and intelligence gathering training at 1W refugee camp in the Ukhia Sub-district in Cox’s Bazar District of Chittagong Di Read more... On January 19, Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI) met with Rohingya representatives to provide the use of weapons and intelligence gathering training at 1W refugee camp in the Ukhia Sub-district in Cox’s Bazar District of Chittagong Division, reports Northeast News. The meeting was attended by representatives from the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA) and the Rohingya Solidarity Organisation (RSO), marking the first such meeting hosted by the DGFI since the fall of Maungdaw to the Arakan Army (AA) in December 2024. DGFI initiated “specialised” guerrilla warfare training for select groups of Rohingya refugees living in the Kutupalong area of Cox’s Bazar as part of a broader strategy to counter potential attacks by the AA. The guerrilla fighters will be equipped with weapons drawn from a large cache of arms and ammunition that the refugees had collected in 2024, when Myanmar junta soldiers fled amid heavy fighting in Rakhine State. The collaboration between the DGFI and the Rohingya refugees is expected to significantly intensify activity along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border, with potential spillover effects in Indian states along the border. Read less... |
| January - 19 | On January 19, Richard Bennett, the United Nations (UN) special rapporteur for Afghanistan, called for an investigation into the death of activist Hamza Ulfat, reports Amu TV on January 21. On social media platform X, He said, “This is very disturbin Read more... On January 19, Richard Bennett, the United Nations (UN) special rapporteur for Afghanistan, called for an investigation into the death of activist Hamza Ulfat, reports Amu TV on January 21. On social media platform X, He said, “This is very disturbing and requires investigation and accountability. My condolences to Hamza Ulfat's family and loved ones.” According to sources, Hamza, a social activist and teacher from Daykundi Province, died from injuries caused by torture during his detention by the Taliban, despite being released in July 2024. Read less... |
| January - 19 | The head of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), Jan Egeland, expressed deep concern over the plight of Afghan migrants deported from Iran, reporting that 3,000 individuals returned via the Islam Qala border (Herat) crossing on January 19, reports Am Read more... The head of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), Jan Egeland, expressed deep concern over the plight of Afghan migrants deported from Iran, reporting that 3,000 individuals returned via the Islam Qala border (Herat) crossing on January 19, reports Amu TV. He said on X, “Most told me they have nothing to return to and must start from scratch in a country where 22 million already need aid…Today, more than 3,000 deported Afghans had to cross back from Iran here at Islam Qala border crossing.” Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, a Security Force (SF) trooper, identified as Pangala Kartheek of the 22 Rashtriya Rifles, was killed in a gunfight with terrorists in the Gujjar Pati in Zaloora area of Sopore tehsil (revenue unit) in Baramulla District of Jammu and Ka Read more... On January 20, a Security Force (SF) trooper, identified as Pangala Kartheek of the 22 Rashtriya Rifles, was killed in a gunfight with terrorists in the Gujjar Pati in Zaloora area of Sopore tehsil (revenue unit) in Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Earlier, SATP had reported that the encounter began on January 19. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing one kilogram was recovered during an anti-terrorist operation in Dalan village of the Degwar sector in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Greater Kashmir. The Bomb Disposal Read more... On January 20, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing one kilogram was recovered during an anti-terrorist operation in Dalan village of the Degwar sector in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Greater Kashmir. The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) subsequently defused the IED. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, at least 16 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed along the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border in an anti-Maoist operation conducted in the Kularighat Reserve Forest area under Mainpur Police Station limits in the Gar Read more... On January 20, at least 16 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were killed along the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border in an anti-Maoist operation conducted in the Kularighat Reserve Forest area under Mainpur Police Station limits in the Gariabandh District of Chhattisgarh, reports The Hindu. Those killed include Ramachandra Reddy alias Pratap Reddy alias Appa Rao alias Ravi Jayram alias Chhalpati (62), a senior member of the ‘central committee (CC),’ the highest decision-making body of the Maoists, with a reward of ₹1 crore [INR 10 million], Gariabandh Superintendent of Police (SP) Nikhil Rakhecha said. According to reports, ‘head’ of the Maoist organisation in Odisha, Manoj, and ‘special zonal committee (SZC)’ member Guddu were also killed in the encounter. The identities of the other remaining Maoists are yet to be ascertained. The operation was carried out in the area of Mainpur Police Station by a team comprising personnel from the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action, an elite unit of the CRPF), and a Special Operation Group (SOG) from Odisha. One personnel from the CRPF’s CoBRA had sustained injuries in the operation. A large cache of firearms, ammunition, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs), including a self-loading rifle (SLR), was recovered from the encounter site. Earlier, SATP had reported acting on intelligence inputs; the SOG of Odisha Police, the Special Force of Chhattisgarh Police, and CRPF personnel had launched a joint anti-Maoist operation in Kularighat Reserve Forest under Mainpur Police limits in the Gariabandh District of Chhattisgarh on January 19.Twelve of the 16 Naxalites [Left Wing Extremists, LWEs] killed in an encounter in Gariabandh District of Chhattisgarh have been identified as dreaded Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) carrying a cumulative bounty of Rs 3.13 crore, including a central committee member of the outlawed movement, reports The New Indian Express on January 24. "Of the killed cadres, 12 have been identified. These 12 cadres carried a cumulative reward of Rs 3.13 crore [INR 31.3 million] in Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Chalapathi, also known as Ramchandran, Pratap Reddy, Appa Rao and Ravi, was a resident of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh. He carried a reward of Rs 40 lakh [INR 4 million], Rs 25 lakh [INR 2.5 million] and Rs 25 lakh [INR 2.5 million] in Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh, respectively," said Inspector General of Police (IGP), Raipur Range, Amresh Mishra. Two other key cadres were identified as Jairam alias Guddu (50), member of Odisha state committee and ‘secretary’ of Dhamtari-Gariabandh-Nuapada (DGN) division of Maoists, and Satyam Gavde (43), ‘chief’ of DGN division, both natives of Chhattisgarh who carried cumulative reward of INR 6.5 million each in three states, the IG informed. "Alok alias Munna, a ‘divisional committee member’, and Mannu, member of military company no.1 in Maad area, carried a bounty of Rs 18 lakh [INR 1.8 million] and Rs 14 lakh [INR 1.4 million], respectively, in three states. Four slain ultras have been identified as Maoist area committee members Shankar, Kalmu Deve alias Kalla, Manju and Rinki. They carried a collective reward of Rs 13 lakh [INR 1.3 million] each," he said. Three deceased cadres have been identified as Sukhram, a party member, Rame Oyam (28) and Jaini (24), both members of Mainpur LGS (local guerilla squad), the IG said, adding they carried a reward of Rs 3 lakh [INR 300,000] each on their heads. Efforts are on to ascertain the identity of four other deceased cadres, Mishra said. "At least 17 automatic and other firearms, including an AK-47 rifle and one Self Loading Rifle (SLR), were recovered from the encounter site. Besides, more than two dozen improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by Naxalites were neutralized by security forces during the operation," he informed. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, Border Security Force (BSF) troops, in collaboration with Punjab Police, arrested two drug peddlers, identified as Sandeep Singh and Baaz, and recovered 530 grams of narcotics during a search operation at the International Border (IB) Read more... On January 20, Border Security Force (BSF) troops, in collaboration with Punjab Police, arrested two drug peddlers, identified as Sandeep Singh and Baaz, and recovered 530 grams of narcotics during a search operation at the International Border (IB) of Atalgarh village under the Gharinda Police Station limits in Amritsar District of Punjab, reports The Tribune. The duo had come to retrieve a drug consignment dropped by a drone. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested an accused, identified as Farzan Shaikh, along with 55 grams of mephedrone (MD) worth INR 27, 00, 000 near the Lal Darwaja area in Ahmedabad District of Gujarat, reports Ahmedabad Mirror. ATS Read more... On January 20, Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested an accused, identified as Farzan Shaikh, along with 55 grams of mephedrone (MD) worth INR 27, 00, 000 near the Lal Darwaja area in Ahmedabad District of Gujarat, reports Ahmedabad Mirror. ATS officials stated that during primary interrogation, it was revealed that Shaikh was a trafficker and had been entrusted with the delivery of the drugs. ATS launched a full-scale operation to dismantle the drug mafia behind the racket, adds The New Indian Express. In addition, Gujarat Police seized 87,607 kilograms of drugs worth INR 16,155 crore since 2021, under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS) of 1985. In the ongoing crackdown, more than 2,500 suspects have been arrested. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, India and France held Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in Paris, France, that was co-chaired by Foreign Secretary of India, Vikram Misri and Secretary-General of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Anne-Marie Descôtes Read more... On January 20, India and France held Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in Paris, France, that was co-chaired by Foreign Secretary of India, Vikram Misri and Secretary-General of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Anne-Marie Descôtes, reports mea.gov.in. Vikram Misri also called upon Jean-Noël Barrot, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France and Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to the President of French Republic. During the meeting, they discussed key areas including defence, civil nuclear energy, space, cyber and digital, Artificial Intelligence (AI), institutional dialogue mechanisms, initiatives fostering people-to-people exchanges and cultural ties, cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, situation in the Middle East and Russia-Ukraine conflict. Misri and Descôtes also co-chaired the meeting of India-France Special Task Force on Civil Nuclear Energy. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, Superintendent of Police (SP) Deepak Kumar Pandey and Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP), Operation, Rahul Dev Badaik, reached Lawahi Kala village under Dandai Police Station in Garhwa District of Jharkhand with their team to th Read more... On January 20, Superintendent of Police (SP) Deepak Kumar Pandey and Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP), Operation, Rahul Dev Badaik, reached Lawahi Kala village under Dandai Police Station in Garhwa District of Jharkhand with their team to the house of CPI Maoist ‘sub-zonal commander’ Raju Bhuiyan, who has a reward of INR 200,000 on his head, and talked to his wife and mother regarding his surrender, reports livehindustan.com. They were also informed about the surrender policy of the Jharkhand government. Raju Bhuiyan's wife and mother assured the two officers that they would encourage him to surrender. They would make him surrender in the near future. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, the Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, during a detailed briefing with field Police officers stated that Punjab Police investigations into recent incidents of organised crime revealed that under the guidance of Pakistan’s I Read more... On January 20, the Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, during a detailed briefing with field Police officers stated that Punjab Police investigations into recent incidents of organised crime revealed that under the guidance of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Khalistani militants have allied with gangsters based abroad and narcotic smugglers, pooling resources to carry out violence in Punjab, reports Indian Express. A detailed study of human resource utilisation in extortion-related violence and grenade attacks by outfits such as Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF) led the Police to conclude significant collaboration among these groups, senior officers said. He added, “The desperation of the ISI to foment trouble in Punjab is evident, with their operatives directly calling criminals to incite them into action.” Read less... |
| January - 20 | Search operations at PK Park at Torbung in Churachandpur District of Manipur led to the recovery of one 9mm sub machine gun with magazine, one .303 rifle with magazine, one smoke grenade launcher, two pistol with two magazines, one single barrel brea Read more... Search operations at PK Park at Torbung in Churachandpur District of Manipur led to the recovery of one 9mm sub machine gun with magazine, one .303 rifle with magazine, one smoke grenade launcher, two pistol with two magazines, one single barrel breach loaded gun, one country made mortar (Pompi), four hand grenades (without detonator), four smoke grenades and five 9mm ammunitions, reports Manipur Police on X on January 20. Read less... |
| January - 20 | Search operations in the Lunkhongjang Ridges under New Keithelmanbi Police Station in Kangpokpi District of Manipur, led to the recovery of one 7.62mm sniper rifle, five 9mm pistols with magazines, two Single Barrel Breech Loader (SBBL) guns, two Hig Read more... Search operations in the Lunkhongjang Ridges under New Keithelmanbi Police Station in Kangpokpi District of Manipur, led to the recovery of one 7.62mm sniper rifle, five 9mm pistols with magazines, two Single Barrel Breech Loader (SBBL) guns, two High Explosive (HE)-36 hand grenades, six live rounds of ammunition, two stun shells and two tear smoke shells, India TodayNE reports on January 20. Read less... |
| January - 20 | The Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) issued a new manifesto demanding recognition of semi-sovereign status for the Hynniewtrep people, while accusing the Indian government of violating decades-old agreements, India TodayNE reports on Ja Read more... The Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) issued a new manifesto demanding recognition of semi-sovereign status for the Hynniewtrep people, while accusing the Indian government of violating decades-old agreements, India TodayNE reports on January 20. The ten-chapter manifesto focuses on violations of the 1947 Standstill Agreement and claims the Instrument of Accession (IOA) was signed under coercion. "These agreements, intended to safeguard our autonomy, were signed under coercion and amidst grave injustices perpetrated by the Government of India," the manifesto states. The HNLC presented four key demands to the central government, including acknowledgement of the IOA violations and direct dialogue for autonomy restoration. The manifesto further outlines a vision for self-governance, including control over land resources and cultural practices. Read less... |
| January - 20 | The Socialist Revolution Party Kangleipak (SOREPA) announced its boycott of India’s Republic Day celebrations on January 26, and called for a 13-hour total shutdown across the region, including Manipur, from 4 am to 5 pm on that day, Northeast Now re Read more... The Socialist Revolution Party Kangleipak (SOREPA) announced its boycott of India’s Republic Day celebrations on January 26, and called for a 13-hour total shutdown across the region, including Manipur, from 4 am to 5 pm on that day, Northeast Now reports on January 20. MC Yaiphabi, ‘secretary’ of publicity and organization of SOREPA, stated that the Republic Day of India only reminds the people of Kangleipak that they are a colonised people living under bondage and the outfit supports general strikes, total shutdowns, boycotts, and other actions organized by any group in the Western South East Asia (WESEA) and Kashmir regions against the Indian Union. Read less... |
| January - 20 | A sanitisation operation has begun in four village councils of Kurram District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on January 20, reports The Khorasan Diary. A spokesperson of the KP Government officially announced the operation in troubled areas of Kurram. Read more... A sanitisation operation has begun in four village councils of Kurram District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on January 20, reports The Khorasan Diary. A spokesperson of the KP Government officially announced the operation in troubled areas of Kurram. Read less... |
| January - 20 | A worker of the Oil and Gas Development Corporation Limited (OGDCL) was killed and another was injured in a bomb attack on OGDCL vehicle in Qila Saifullah town (Qila Saifullah District) of Balochistan on January 20, reports Dawn. Police officials, wh Read more... A worker of the Oil and Gas Development Corporation Limited (OGDCL) was killed and another was injured in a bomb attack on OGDCL vehicle in Qila Saifullah town (Qila Saifullah District) of Balochistan on January 20, reports Dawn. Police officials, while confirming the bomb attack on the OGDCL vehicle, said that an improvised explosive device (IED) was planted on the road leading to the company’s camp office on the outskirts of Qila Saifullah. The man killed in the blast was identified as Gulla Khan Mirzai who had suffered multiple wounds in the bomb blast. The condition of the other injured OGDCL worker is also serious who was shifted to Quetta. “The target was an OGDCL vehicle,” Akhtar Hayat, a senior officer of the Qila Saifullah City Police Station said, adding it was the second attack of the same nature in Qila Saifullah. The company is working in the area on an oil and gas exploration project. Read less... |
| January - 20 | At least 22 de-radicalised terrorists were handed over to the Lakki Marwat Qaumi Jirga in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after completing their deradicalisation course at an internment centre, The Khorasan Diary reported on January 20. The profile of these now r Read more... At least 22 de-radicalised terrorists were handed over to the Lakki Marwat Qaumi Jirga in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after completing their deradicalisation course at an internment centre, The Khorasan Diary reported on January 20. The profile of these now released men available with The Khorasan Diary shows that some of them had been in custody since 2019 and were affiliated with various terrorists groups and sub-groups. Read less... |
| January - 20 | Two Policemen were killed and three others sustained injuries when a Police vehicle was hit by a remote-controlled improvised explosive device (IED) on Shahi Road in Kashmore town (Kashmore District) of Sindh on January 20, reports The Balochistan Po Read more... Two Policemen were killed and three others sustained injuries when a Police vehicle was hit by a remote-controlled improvised explosive device (IED) on Shahi Road in Kashmore town (Kashmore District) of Sindh on January 20, reports The Balochistan Post. The Baloch Republican Guards (BRG) claimed responsibility, with ‘spokesperson’ Dostain Baloch stating a remote-controlled IED was used, vowing such operations would continue “until the independence of Balochistan is achieved.” Read less... |
| January - 20 | Two unidentified terrorists were killed while a solider sustained injuries when a convoy of the Security Forces was targeted in Luni area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 20, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... Two unidentified terrorists were killed while a solider sustained injuries when a convoy of the Security Forces was targeted in Luni area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 20, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, Arakan Army (AA) released two cargo ships which were captured while going to the Teknaf Port of Chittagong District, reports The Daily Star. The two vessels arrived at Teknaf Port from Maungdaw in Rakhine province of Myanmar via Naf Ri Read more... On January 20, Arakan Army (AA) released two cargo ships which were captured while going to the Teknaf Port of Chittagong District, reports The Daily Star. The two vessels arrived at Teknaf Port from Maungdaw in Rakhine province of Myanmar via Naf River between 11:20am and 11:50am, said Jasim Uddin, General Manager of the United Land Port in Teknaf. However, a third ship remains under the control of AA. Earlier on January 16, the ships were seized while carrying 50,000 bags of dried fish, betel nuts, and other goods from Yangon to Teknaf land port. AA has taken control of 14 out of 17 townships in Myanmar's Rakhine state following clashes with junta forces since November 2023. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) said the country’s people and situation will decide on the participation of all political parties, including the Awami League, in the next general election, reports daily-sun.com. “We have told them that we are no Read more... On January 20, Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) said the country’s people and situation will decide on the participation of all political parties, including the Awami League, in the next general election, reports daily-sun.com. “We have told them that we are not giving opinions regarding legal affairs in favour of and against any party. People, society, and situation will decide this issue,” JeI Nayeb-e-Ameer (Deputy Chief) Syed Abdullah Muhammad Taher stated. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, the new Charge d'affaires of the US Embassy in Dhaka, Tracey Ann Jacobson reiterated the support of her country for the Interim Government of Bangladesh on various issues, including development and counter-terrorism, reports Prothom Al Read more... On January 20, the new Charge d'affaires of the US Embassy in Dhaka, Tracey Ann Jacobson reiterated the support of her country for the Interim Government of Bangladesh on various issues, including development and counter-terrorism, reports Prothom Alo. She stated, "We are prepared as a nation to support your government on a variety of issues. She raised concerns over the arrest of some journalists and reports of some violence against religious minorities. Read less... |
| January - 20 | Four local musicians Amir Shah, Almas, Feraidoun, and Shamsullah, detained by Taliban intelligence on January 10 in Khil-e-Gada village in Ali Abad District Kunduz Province, were sentenced to 15 months in prison on January 20, reports Amu TV. They we Read more... Four local musicians Amir Shah, Almas, Feraidoun, and Shamsullah, detained by Taliban intelligence on January 10 in Khil-e-Gada village in Ali Abad District Kunduz Province, were sentenced to 15 months in prison on January 20, reports Amu TV. They were reportedly detained for hosting an overnight gathering and playing the dambura, a traditional string instrument, at a guesthouse in the village. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that 65 Taliban fighters were killed and injured in 22 operations conducted by NRF from December 21, 2024 to January 20, 2025. During these operations, 35 fighters were killed and 30 other Read more... On January 20, National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that 65 Taliban fighters were killed and injured in 22 operations conducted by NRF from December 21, 2024 to January 20, 2025. During these operations, 35 fighters were killed and 30 others were injured. The operations targeted Taliban positions in Kabul, Takhar, Kapisa, Badakhshan, Kunduz, Badghis, Farah, and Herat provinces. In addition to these casualties, five military vehicles belonging to the Taliban were destroyed, and dozens of their weapons were seized by NRF. Read less... |
| January - 20 | On January 20, Zhao Xing, China's ambassador to Kabul (Afghanistan) said at a ceremony marking the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Afghanistan and China that the relations between the two countries have now entered a new phase, repor Read more... On January 20, Zhao Xing, China's ambassador to Kabul (Afghanistan) said at a ceremony marking the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Afghanistan and China that the relations between the two countries have now entered a new phase, reports Afghanistan International. He said, "At present, China-Afghanistan friendly relations have entered a new phase. China has always been a friendly neighbour of Afghanistan and has supported Afghanistan's development, peace and stability…China is committed to friendly relations with Afghanistan and respects Afghanistan's independence and territorial integrity.” Read less... |
| January - 20 | Pakistan released 387 Afghan nationals from its prisons over the past weeks and deported them to Afghanistan, reports Amu TV on January 20. According to Taliban officials, 264 Afghans were handed over to Taliban authorities at the Torkham border cros Read more... Pakistan released 387 Afghan nationals from its prisons over the past weeks and deported them to Afghanistan, reports Amu TV on January 20. According to Taliban officials, 264 Afghans were handed over to Taliban authorities at the Torkham border crossing over the past two days. Additionally, 45 Afghans were released from Haji Camp prison, 37 Afghans from an unspecified location, including 21 who were from Spin Boldak District of Kandahar Province, 19 Afghans from Adiala (Rawalpindi, Punjab), Central, Attock (Punjab), and Haji Camp prisons, and 14 Afghans from Nushki (Balochistan). The details of eight deported prisoners were not reported. Read less... |
| January - 20 | Senator Lindsey Graham, Republican US Senator stated that he is concerned about the Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) growth in Afghanistan and wars around the world, reports Afghanistan International on January 20. Lindsey Graham stated, "I've Read more... Senator Lindsey Graham, Republican US Senator stated that he is concerned about the Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) growth in Afghanistan and wars around the world, reports Afghanistan International on January 20. Lindsey Graham stated, "I've never been more worried about attacks on my homeland. With the influence of ISIS in Afghanistan and wars around the world, I think the Republican's number one priority should be border security…If we don't, we will be playing Russian roulette with our national security. Border security should be a priority, funding the army should be a priority. Then, let's cut taxes and costs." Read less... |
| January - 21 | As part of a continued offensive against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), the Central Security Forces (SFs) and the Police aim to establish 88 additional security camps in Left Wing Extremism (LWE)-affected states this year, a senior Read more... As part of a continued offensive against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), the Central Security Forces (SFs) and the Police aim to establish 88 additional security camps in Left Wing Extremism (LWE)-affected states this year, a senior official of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said on January 21, reports The Hindu. The official added that since 2019, a total of 290 security camps have been set up in the LWE-affected states, mostly in Chhattisgarh and Odisha. Last year, 48 such camps were established. Explaining the significance of such camps, another government official said that it helps the SFs in planning operations against the armed Maoist cadres and fills the security vacuum in an area. Since 2017-18, ₹3,503.29 crore [INR 35.0329 billion] has been released by the MHA under the Special Central Assistance (SCA) scheme for the 12 most LWE-affected districts. The main objective of the scheme is to fill the critical gaps in public infrastructure and services in most LWE-affected districts, which are of an emergent nature. Out of 12, the seven most LWE-affected districts are in Chhattisgarh: Bastar, Bijapur, Sukma, Kanker, Narayanpur, Dantewada, and Mohalla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki; two districts are in Odisha: Kalahandi and Kandhamal; and one each in Jharkhand: West Singhbhum, Madhya Pradesh: Balaghat, and Maharashtra: Gadchiroli. Read less... |
| January - 21 | In a joint operation by the Police and Security Forces (SFs), 21 pressure IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices) suspected to have been planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were successfully recovered in the Karaikela Police Stati Read more... In a joint operation by the Police and Security Forces (SFs), 21 pressure IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices) suspected to have been planted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were successfully recovered in the Karaikela Police Station area in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on January 21, reports daijiworld.com. Of these, 12 IEDs were two kilograms each, while the remaining nine weighed one kilogram each. The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) defused all the explosive devices. Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested an accused, identified as Ateeq Ahmed, from an unspecified location, for being a harbourer of ‘chief conspirator’, Mustafa Paichar under Popular Front of India’s (PFI’s) guidance in Praveen Read more... On January 21, National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested an accused, identified as Ateeq Ahmed, from an unspecified location, for being a harbourer of ‘chief conspirator’, Mustafa Paichar under Popular Front of India’s (PFI’s) guidance in Praveen Nettaru murder, reports NIA. He is the 21st accused to be arrested in the killing of Nettaru in Bellare village of Dakshina Kannada District in Karnataka by PFI in July 2022. NIA investigation revealed that Ateeq under the guidance of PFI leadership, harboured and assisted Mustafa in planning executing the murder. Further, Ateeq facilitated in Mustafa’s absconding including transporting him to Chennai in Tamil Nadu after the attack. He helped Mustafa evade law enforcement till the latter’s arrest in May 2024. NIA took over the case from the local Police in August 2022 found that PFI had formed secret team referred as ‘PFI service teams’ and trained in arms and surveillance to carry out targeted killings such as that of Nettaru. Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, Quad countries which included the Secretary of State of the United States (US) and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, and Japan met in Washington D.C., US to reaffirm their shared commitment to strengthening a Free and Open Ind Read more... On January 21, Quad countries which included the Secretary of State of the United States (US) and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, and Japan met in Washington D.C., US to reaffirm their shared commitment to strengthening a Free and Open Indo-Pacific where the rule of law, democratic values, sovereignty, and territorial integrity are upheld and defended, reports mea.gov.in. In a joint statement, they also strongly oppose any unilateral actions that seek to change the status quo by force or coercion in the Indo-Pacific. They committed to strengthening regional maritime, economic, and technology security in the face of increasing threats, as well as promoting reliable and resilient supply chains. Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) arrested a smuggler, identified as Prabhat Yadav (36) and seized Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) worth INR 23, 300 and Nepalese fake currency worth INR 53,000, from border post 271/01 near Jaynagar in Madhub Read more... On January 21, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) arrested a smuggler, identified as Prabhat Yadav (36) and seized Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN) worth INR 23, 300 and Nepalese fake currency worth INR 53,000, from border post 271/01 near Jaynagar in Madhubani District of Bihar in India-Nepal border, reports The Times of India. The accused is a resident of Laxmipur village in the Kaluahi Police station area of Madhubani District. Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an active cadre of Kangleipak Communist Party-Miyamgi Fingang Lanmi (KCP-MFL) identified as Pukhrambam Thoiba Singh alias Khairakpa (38) from Mantripukhri Bazar under Heingang Police Station (PS) in Impha Read more... On January 21, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an active cadre of Kangleipak Communist Party-Miyamgi Fingang Lanmi (KCP-MFL) identified as Pukhrambam Thoiba Singh alias Khairakpa (38) from Mantripukhri Bazar under Heingang Police Station (PS) in Imphal East District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an active cadre of Revolutionary People's Front /People's Liberation Army (RPF/PLA) identified as Yengkhom Bhogen Singh (50) from Top Khongnangkhong near Mayanglambam Lampak under Porompat Police Station Read more... On January 21, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an active cadre of Revolutionary People's Front /People's Liberation Army (RPF/PLA) identified as Yengkhom Bhogen Singh (50) from Top Khongnangkhong near Mayanglambam Lampak under Porompat Police Station in Imphal East District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an injured cadre of the Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), after an encounter with the group's cadres at Semarkhad village in Lateha Read more... On January 21, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an injured cadre of the Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), after an encounter with the group's cadres at Semarkhad village in Latehar district of Jharkhand, reports The Times of India. A loaded rifle was recovered from the individual during the operation. Superintendent of Police (SP) Kumar Gaurav said, "Around 10:30 PM [IST] on Tuesday [January 21], a brief exchange of fire took place between a contingent of 10 JJMP ultras at Semarkhar." Pappu Lohra is the outfit ‘chief.’ Police are yet to reveal the identity of the injured cadre. Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, the Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police arrested one operative of the Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) identified as Ajibar Rahman (31) from Chinamari village in Bilasipara in Dhubri District of Assam, reports India TodayNE. The arres Read more... On January 21, the Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police arrested one operative of the Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) identified as Ajibar Rahman (31) from Chinamari village in Bilasipara in Dhubri District of Assam, reports India TodayNE. The arrest was a part of ‘Operation Praghat’ which is being conducted against fundamentalists and Global Terrorist Organisations (GTO). Read less... |
| January - 21 | Security Forces (SFs) dismantled a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) dump and recovered 55 gelatin sticks intended for explosive use to target the SFs in Serengda village under the Gudri subdivision in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand Read more... Security Forces (SFs) dismantled a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) dump and recovered 55 gelatin sticks intended for explosive use to target the SFs in Serengda village under the Gudri subdivision in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on January 21, reports daijiworld.com. Read less... |
| January - 21 January - 24 | A delegation from Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), led by Major General Shahid Amir Afsar, is currently in Dhaka for a visit scheduled from January 21 to 24, India Today reports on January 23. The ISI team includes Brigadiers Alam Amir Read more... A delegation from Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), led by Major General Shahid Amir Afsar, is currently in Dhaka for a visit scheduled from January 21 to 24, India Today reports on January 23. The ISI team includes Brigadiers Alam Amir Awan and Muhammad Usman Zatif. While there were speculations that Lieutenant General Muhammad Asim Malik, the Director General of ISI, might join the delegation, he is not part of this visit. The delegation arrived on an Emirates flight, EK-586. The agenda for the meetings between the ISI delegation and Bangladeshi officials has not been disclosed. However, observers suggest discussions may focus on military and intelligence cooperation, regional security issues, and strengthening mechanisms for intelligence-sharing. Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, Chinese Communist Party (CPC) Politburo member and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that Bangladesh has been placed in an important position in China's neighboring diplomacy. China follows the policy of good-neighborliness and friendship Read more... On January 21, Chinese Communist Party (CPC) Politburo member and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that Bangladesh has been placed in an important position in China's neighboring diplomacy. China follows the policy of good-neighborliness and friendship for the people of Bangladesh, reports prothomalo.com. Wang Yi also highlighted China's position during the first bilateral visit of the interim government's foreign affairs advisor Mohammad Towhid Hossain to Beijing. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Bangladesh and is the 'Year of China-Bangladesh Cultural Exchanges'. Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, due to disputes between followers of Maulana Saad Kandhalvi and the followers of Maulana Zubair, of the two factions of Tablighi Jamaat in Cumilla Victoria Government College, in Dharmapur in Cumilla District, the college authorities d Read more... On January 21, due to disputes between followers of Maulana Saad Kandhalvi and the followers of Maulana Zubair, of the two factions of Tablighi Jamaat in Cumilla Victoria Government College, in Dharmapur in Cumilla District, the college authorities decided to stop Tablighi Jamaat (Tajweed) classes at the mosque of the college due to security reasons, reports prothomalo.com. Later a mob entered the office and blocked the college principal, Mohammad Abul Bashar Bhuiyan. Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and Islami Andolon Bangladesh (IAB) said they would work together in the interests of the country, Islam, and humanity, reports The Daily Star. Jamaat chief Shafiqur Rahman and IAB chief Syed Mohammad Rezaul Karim Read more... On January 21, Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and Islami Andolon Bangladesh (IAB) said they would work together in the interests of the country, Islam, and humanity, reports The Daily Star. Jamaat chief Shafiqur Rahman and IAB chief Syed Mohammad Rezaul Karim, also the Charmonai Pir, made the announcement while speaking to reporters at the Charmonai Darbar Sharif in Barishal. The meeting between the two leaders is being considered significant in the context of the country's evolving political landscape following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina on August 5. Read less... |
| January - 21 | National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that on January 21, they targeted Taliban fighters, killing two Taliban fighters and injuring two others at the Pule Padakho checkpoint, in the Barik Ab area in Bagram District of Parwan Province. The ta Read more... National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that on January 21, they targeted Taliban fighters, killing two Taliban fighters and injuring two others at the Pule Padakho checkpoint, in the Barik Ab area in Bagram District of Parwan Province. The targeted fighters were part of the first reconnaissance battalion of the Taliban’s Central Corps. Additionally, the NRF seized a weapon and a communication device and destroyed a Taliban military vehicle. Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, a Chinese national named Li, who used to work in the mining sector, was killed while travelling with his Afghan translator in an attack by Islamic State Khorasan Province (IS-KP) along the Dasht-e-Qala road, which connects Taluqan and Read more... On January 21, a Chinese national named Li, who used to work in the mining sector, was killed while travelling with his Afghan translator in an attack by Islamic State Khorasan Province (IS-KP) along the Dasht-e-Qala road, which connects Taluqan and Khwaja Bahauddin District in Takhar Province, reports Afghanistan International and Afghan Analyst. Later on January 22, IS-KP took responsibility for the killing of a Chinese national in Takhar province, stating: "Yesterday, the soldiers of the Caliphate targeted a vehicle carrying a Chinese communist in the village of Katakjar, Takhar, using a machine gun, resulting in his death and damage to his vehicle." Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Taliban’s interior minister, made an unannounced visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where he held talks with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the president of the UAE, reports Amu TV. Taliban spokesper Read more... On January 21, Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Taliban’s interior minister, made an unannounced visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where he held talks with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the president of the UAE, reports Amu TV. Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid confirmed on X that Haqqani, accompanied by Abdul Haq Wasiq, the head of Taliban intelligence, discussed “mutual interests, bilateral stability, Afghanistan’s economic strengthening, and other key issues.” Read less... |
| January - 21 | On January 21, Taliban and the United States (US) swapped prisoners, freeing Americans Ryan Corbett and William McKenty in exchange for Khan Mohammad, an Afghan Mujahid from Chaparhar District of Nangarhar Province, reports Afghan Analyst on X. Khan Read more... On January 21, Taliban and the United States (US) swapped prisoners, freeing Americans Ryan Corbett and William McKenty in exchange for Khan Mohammad, an Afghan Mujahid from Chaparhar District of Nangarhar Province, reports Afghan Analyst on X. Khan Mohammad was convicted in 2008 on narco-terrorism charges and accused of planning a missile attack on the U.S./NATO base at Jalalabad Airfield in Nangarhar. He was arrested in Nangarhar in October 2006 with drugs and moved to the U.S. in November 2007. Read less... |
| January - 22 | On January 22 (today), Indian Army personnel opened fire on a Pakistani drone which entered into the Indian side from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. However, the drone returned Read more... On January 22 (today), Indian Army personnel opened fire on a Pakistani drone which entered into the Indian side from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. However, the drone returned to Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) after hovering briefly over an area near the border fence in the Mendhar tehsil (revenue unit) of Poonch. A search operation was launched to ensure there was no airdropping of weapons or narcotics by the drone, the officials said. Read less... |
| January - 22 | On January 22, a rusted mortar shell was recovered and safely defused by a bomb disposal squad in the Mayan Kannah forest area in the Hiranagar tehsil (revenue unit) sector of Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Read more... On January 22, a rusted mortar shell was recovered and safely defused by a bomb disposal squad in the Mayan Kannah forest area in the Hiranagar tehsil (revenue unit) sector of Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Read less... |
| January - 22 | On January 22, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar said that he had discussion on the current situation in Bangladesh with newly-appointed United States (US) Secretary of State Marco Rubio and National Security Advisor (NSA) Mike Waltz in Wa Read more... On January 22, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar said that he had discussion on the current situation in Bangladesh with newly-appointed United States (US) Secretary of State Marco Rubio and National Security Advisor (NSA) Mike Waltz in Washington DC in the US, reports The New Indian Express. In the discussion, Rubio also raised the issue of “irregular immigration”, adds The Indian Express. Rubio “emphasised the Trump administration’s desire to work with India to advance economic ties and address concerns related to irregular migration”, State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said in a readout after the meeting. The report also added that themes of illegal immigration and tariffs are expected to dominate the conversation between Delhi and Washington DC in the Trump 2.0 administration. Read less... |
| January - 22 | On January 22, Manipur Police arrested one active cadre of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) identified as Maibam Bronson Singh alias Thambou alias Ngamba (24) from Langol Type III area under Lamphel Police Station in Imphal West District of Manipur, re Read more... On January 22, Manipur Police arrested one active cadre of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) identified as Maibam Bronson Singh alias Thambou alias Ngamba (24) from Langol Type III area under Lamphel Police Station in Imphal West District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. Read less... |
| January - 22 | On January 22, Security forces (SFs) conducted search operations in different parts of the Doda and Kathua Districts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Read more... On January 22, Security forces (SFs) conducted search operations in different parts of the Doda and Kathua Districts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Read less... |
| January - 22 | The Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) South Sub Zonal Bureau (SSZB) ‘spokesperson’ Samatha released a statement stating that its Telangana State ‘secretary’ and ‘in charge’ of Maoist action teams Bade Chokka Rao alias Damodar was safe, rep Read more... The Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) South Sub Zonal Bureau (SSZB) ‘spokesperson’ Samatha released a statement stating that its Telangana State ‘secretary’ and ‘in charge’ of Maoist action teams Bade Chokka Rao alias Damodar was safe, reports Telangana Today on January 25. In the statement dated January 22 and released to the media on January 25, she said that a fake statement using the Maoist party South Bastar Divisional Committee name was issued claiming that Damodar and some other Naxals (Left Wing Extremists, LWEs) were killed in an encounter to misguide the public. It was done at the behest of Chhattisgarh Home Minister Vijay Sharma and some Police officers as part of psychological warfare. It might be recalled that in a statement on January 18 by the Maoist South Bastar Divisional Committee ‘secretary’ Ganga stated that Damodar died in an operation by Security Forces (SFs) south Bastar division Pamed-Basaguda-Usur area in Chhattisgarh. Samatha maintained that the People’s Liberation Guerilla Army (PLGA) foiled a major operation by resisting them successfully. About 8,000 security personnel of District Reserve Guard (DRG), Bastar Fighters, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), CoBRA (Commando battalion for Resolute Action) and Indian Army carried out an attack on the villagers at Singavaram, Tumdepalli, Mallampeta, Poojari Kanker and Temlabatti. In the attack, four villagers were killed. When the Maoist doctor team members went to treat the injured people, they were caught unarmed, tortured and killed. The PLGA forces fought with the SFs six times, during which six Police were killed and eight were injured. Uike Aythu, Madkam Lacchi, Madkam Jogi [‘area committee member (ACM)’ South Bastar Division doctor team], Madvi Deve, Nuppo Somadi, Doddi Vasu, Madkam Sonal and Poonam Mangali were the Naxals killed by the SFs. Thousands of villagers have also resisted the SFs attack on the people and to suppress them SFs killed the villagers Sodi Ram, Podium Deva, Madkam Batti and Sodi Bhima. Hundreds of villagers were away by the Police and their whereabouts were not known yet, the Maoist spokesperson said. There was a likelihood showing the captured villagers as surrendered Naxals or killing them in the pretext of Naxals carrying reward. During the operation the SFs damaged household goods, tractors, motorcycles, flour mills, sewing machines and food items, she added. Read less... |
| January - 22 | Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a female cadre, were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) during a joint search operation by the Bokaro District Police and the 209th Battalion of the Central Reserve Pol Read more... Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a female cadre, were killed in an encounter with Security Forces (SFs) during a joint search operation by the Bokaro District Police and the 209th Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)’s elite CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) unit in the Tejnarayanpur Police Station area in Bokaro District of Jharkhand on January 22, reports ommcomnews.com. Acting on specific intelligence about the presence of an armed Maoist gang in the Jarwa and Banshi forests of Upar Ghat, the SFs cordoned off the area. As the search progressed, the Maoists opened fire, which led to retaliation from the SFs. Following the operation, SFs recovered a cache of weapons, including one AK-47 rifle and two INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) assault rifles, and other items belonging to the Maoists. The slain Maoists were later identified as Shanti and Manoj Baske. Shanti, a resident of Dhawaiyatand village under Khukhara Police Station in the Giridih district, was an ‘area commander’ of the CPI-Maoist, while Manoj hailed from the Pirtand Police Station area in the same district. The operation also followed the arrest of Shanti’s husband, Ranvijay Mahato, a wanted Maoist with a bounty of INR 1.5 million on his head, from the Chandrapura Police Station area. His interrogation provided crucial information about the Maoist gang’s movements in the region. Read less... |
| January - 22 | A person, identified as Idress, sustained injuries when he was targeted by terrorists in Manarkot area of Mamund tehsil (revenue unit) in Bajaur District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 22, reports The Khorasan Diary. This was the second attack agai Read more... A person, identified as Idress, sustained injuries when he was targeted by terrorists in Manarkot area of Mamund tehsil (revenue unit) in Bajaur District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 22, reports The Khorasan Diary. This was the second attack against the person. The Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) claimed responsibility for the attack alleging him as a spy. Read less... |
| January - 22 | A Shia mosque was damaged in Kulachi area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa when a loud explosion was heard late in the night of January 22, reports The Khorasan Diary. There were no casualties but residents reported firing after the Read more... A Shia mosque was damaged in Kulachi area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa when a loud explosion was heard late in the night of January 22, reports The Khorasan Diary. There were no casualties but residents reported firing after the explosion and found traces of the bullets on the doors nearby. Read less... |
| January - 22 | According to documents from the Provincial Home Department, from the fiscal year 2010-11 to date, over 3,374 people have lost their lives in terrorist attacks during past 15 years in Balochistan, The Express Tribune reported on January 22. The Baloch Read more... According to documents from the Provincial Home Department, from the fiscal year 2010-11 to date, over 3,374 people have lost their lives in terrorist attacks during past 15 years in Balochistan, The Express Tribune reported on January 22. The Balochistan Government has provided financial assistance exceeding PKR 6.88 billion to the victims of these incidents. Over the last year and a half alone, more than PKR one billion has been disbursed as compensation. In 2010, the Balochistan Government had decided to compensate the victims and cover property losses caused by terrorism. Out of PKR 6.88 billion, PKR 5.32 billion was paid to the legal heirs of 3,374 deceased individuals, including Government employees. Additionally, PKR 1.05 billion was distributed among 3,952 injured. For over 700 damaged properties, compensation of PKR 507.2 million was provided. Read less... |
| January - 22 | The dead body of a missing driver from January 16’s attack on a supply convoy bound for Parachinar in Kurram District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was recovered on January 22, reports The Khorasan Diary. Two Security personnel, six drivers and two passenger Read more... The dead body of a missing driver from January 16’s attack on a supply convoy bound for Parachinar in Kurram District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was recovered on January 22, reports The Khorasan Diary. Two Security personnel, six drivers and two passengers were killed in the attack. Six terrorists were also killed in Security Forces (SFs) retaliation. At least 10 terrorists and four SF personnel also sustained injuries during the clash. Read less... |
| January - 22 | The sanitisation operation in lower parts of Kurram District ended on January 22 with Security Forces (SFs) claiming to have confiscated a cache of weaponry, reports The Khorasan Diary. The area remains under curfew with officials stating that the co Read more... The sanitisation operation in lower parts of Kurram District ended on January 22 with Security Forces (SFs) claiming to have confiscated a cache of weaponry, reports The Khorasan Diary. The area remains under curfew with officials stating that the convoys will now be moving towards Parachinar in the upper parts of Kurram. Read less... |
| January - 22 | Two Police constables were injured in a hand grenade attack on a Police post under Mathra Police Station in Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in the night of January 22, reports Dawn. A statement issued by the City Police said t Read more... Two Police constables were injured in a hand grenade attack on a Police post under Mathra Police Station in Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in the night of January 22, reports Dawn. A statement issued by the City Police said that unidentified persons riding a motorbike hurled a hand grenade at the police post, which blew up and injured two constables deployed at the Police post. It added that constables Shafiullah and Ghulam Haider were shifted to hospital and both were stated to be in stable condition. Read less... |
| January - 22 | Unidentified armed men set on fire at least three vehicles transporting minerals in the Nushki District of Balochistan on January 22, reports The Khorasan Diary. Though no group has so far claimed responsibility of the attack, usually, the Baloch ins Read more... Unidentified armed men set on fire at least three vehicles transporting minerals in the Nushki District of Balochistan on January 22, reports The Khorasan Diary. Though no group has so far claimed responsibility of the attack, usually, the Baloch insurgents had earlier instances of such attacks. Read less... |
| January - 22 | Unidentified men set ablaze a Levies post and confiscated arms of the paramilitary forces in the Pulabad area of Paroom tehsil (revenue unit) in Panjgur District of Balochistan on January 22, reports The Khorasan Diary. Though no group has so far cla Read more... Unidentified men set ablaze a Levies post and confiscated arms of the paramilitary forces in the Pulabad area of Paroom tehsil (revenue unit) in Panjgur District of Balochistan on January 22, reports The Khorasan Diary. Though no group has so far claimed responsibility of the attack, usually, the Baloch insurgents had earlier instances of such attacks. Read less... |
| January - 22 | On January 22, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) held a meeting with Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis (BKM) in view of the ongoing political situation and the upcoming national elections, reports prothomalo.com. BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam A Read more... On January 22, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) held a meeting with Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis (BKM) in view of the ongoing political situation and the upcoming national elections, reports prothomalo.com. BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and Standing Committee member Nazrul Islam Khan met with a 9-member delegation. Both parties have agreed on seven issues, including completing the necessary reforms as soon as possible and holding national elections by 2025. BNP Standing Committee member Nazrul Islam Khan said, "Those who do politics in Bangladesh can think of working with those with whom they have similar views to take politics forward, and can take decisions. There is no reason for anyone to be worried about this." BKM Secretary General Ahmed Abdul Quader said, “We have agreed on seven issues, namely, continuing inter-party dialogue to consolidate national unity, completing the necessary reforms as soon as possible and holding national elections by 2025; controlling commodity prices; taking initiatives to improve the law and order situation; everyone must play a positive role in upholding Islamic values and protecting religious harmony; national unity must be kept intact so that degenerate dictatorship and fascism cannot rise; arranging for speedy trial of those involved in murder, disappearance, killing, and torture; and quickly withdrawing false cases filed against scholars, ulema, and political leaders and activists during the Awami League government.” Read less... |
| January - 22 | On January 22, miscreants stole a hundred-year-old black stone idol and gold ornaments from Sri Sri Radharaman Jiur temple in Balara village of Harirampur Upazila (Sub-District) of Manikganj District, reports The Daily Star. Temple priest Mahadev Cha Read more... On January 22, miscreants stole a hundred-year-old black stone idol and gold ornaments from Sri Sri Radharaman Jiur temple in Balara village of Harirampur Upazila (Sub-District) of Manikganj District, reports The Daily Star. Temple priest Mahadev Chakraborty said, "I was awake inside the temple until 1:00am today (Wednesday), while opening the temple in the morning, I saw idols were left scattered. The miscreants broke the lock of the left door of the temple and took away a silver nupur, three gold tips and a pair of kharams and a hundred-year-old black stone idol." Read less... |
| January - 22 | Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on X that on January 22, they targeted a Taliban checkpoint, killing three fighters and injuring two others at the Khwaja Abdullah Ansari Square in Herat City of Herat Province. Read more... Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on X that on January 22, they targeted a Taliban checkpoint, killing three fighters and injuring two others at the Khwaja Abdullah Ansari Square in Herat City of Herat Province. Read less... |
| January - 22 | On January 22, Taliban-run supreme court announced that a civilian was flogged with 30 lashes for sodomy and sentenced to one year in prison in Maywand District of Kandahar Province, reports Amu TV. Read more... On January 22, Taliban-run supreme court announced that a civilian was flogged with 30 lashes for sodomy and sentenced to one year in prison in Maywand District of Kandahar Province, reports Amu TV. Read less... |
| January - 22 | On January 22, Taliban-run supreme court announced that a civilian was flogged with 39 lashes for sodomy and sentenced to three years in prison in Bagram District of Parwan Province, reports Amu TV. Read more... On January 22, Taliban-run supreme court announced that a civilian was flogged with 39 lashes for sodomy and sentenced to three years in prison in Bagram District of Parwan Province, reports Amu TV. Read less... |
| January - 22 | On January 22, Taliban's Security and Clearance Commission in its annual report, named the citizens of Tajikistan and Pakistan as the main perpetrators of attacks in Afghanistan, reports Afghanistan International. The report said, "The attacks are ma Read more... On January 22, Taliban's Security and Clearance Commission in its annual report, named the citizens of Tajikistan and Pakistan as the main perpetrators of attacks in Afghanistan, reports Afghanistan International. The report said, "The attacks are mainly planned outside Afghanistan, and the perpetrators came to Afghanistan from abroad under various guises, many of which were carried out by foreign nationals, especially citizens of Tajikistan and Pakistan.” Further it said, “In the past twelve months, undesirable and corrupt individuals who have been involved in harassing people or committing various crimes have been identified and expelled from the ranks." The said that "evil projects" have been completely destroyed in Afghanistan in the past three years. The Taliban call their opposition groups "mischievous". Read less... |
| January - 22 | Taliban security forces arrested six suspected operatives of Islamic State Khorasan Province (IS-KP) from an unspecified location in Sar-e-Pul Province, reports The Khorasan Diary on January 22. The official stated that the IS-KP operatives were arre Read more... Taliban security forces arrested six suspected operatives of Islamic State Khorasan Province (IS-KP) from an unspecified location in Sar-e-Pul Province, reports The Khorasan Diary on January 22. The official stated that the IS-KP operatives were arrested in a targeted operation and were involved in recent attacks. However, no operatives' identities have been provided. Read less... |
| January - 22 | Taliban’s Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice (MVPVP) detained 24 people including one woman across Afghanistan in the past month, reports Amu TV on January 22. According to the ministry, the arrests took place in five provinc Read more... Taliban’s Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice (MVPVP) detained 24 people including one woman across Afghanistan in the past month, reports Amu TV on January 22. According to the ministry, the arrests took place in five provinces during the month of Jadi (December–January), which include nine in Kabul, eight in Baghlan, four in Balkh, two in Logar and one in Helmand. MPVPV said that those detained were accused of offenses such as moral corruption, gambling, practicing witchcraft, or selling narcotics. Read less... |
| January - 23 | A British-Sikh soldier has been named in two FIRs (First Information Reports) by Punjab Police in connection with grenade attacks on Police posts in Gurdaspur District of Punjab, reports msn.com on January 23. The Police have booked Jagjeet Singh (37 Read more... A British-Sikh soldier has been named in two FIRs (First Information Reports) by Punjab Police in connection with grenade attacks on Police posts in Gurdaspur District of Punjab, reports msn.com on January 23. The Police have booked Jagjeet Singh (37), a native of Tarn Taran who had moved to Britain in 2010 and is currently serving in the British Army, under the stringent Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) and the Explosives Act, Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Amritsar Rural, Satinder Singh said. According to a Punjab Police dossier on Jagjeet, he is an associate of Pakistan Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF) ‘head’ Ranjeet Singh Neeta and is a member of a self-proclaimed “Surveillance and Reconnaissance Unit” under KZF. Jagjeet has been named in two FIRs dated December 19 and 21, 2024, registered under sections 109 and 324(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and section 4(5) of the Explosives Act at Kalanaur Police Station. Jagjeet has also been named in the case under sections 13, 16, and 40 of the UAPA. On December 18, 2024, a grenade was hurled at the Bakshiwala Police post in Gurdaspur District while the Wadala Bangar Police post under the Kalanaur Police Station was targeted on December 20, 2024. Read less... |
| January - 23 | A training camp with built-in thriving drill techniques adopted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was captured by the Security Forces (SFs) at Bhattiguda village in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January Read more... A training camp with built-in thriving drill techniques adopted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was captured by the Security Forces (SFs) at Bhattiguda village in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 23, reports The New Indian Express. The Maoists, who had constructed barrack-like structures at the site, fled before the forces arrived. “The training camp built with an attempt to follow the modern pattern was traced in the core area of the armed cadres of the military wing Peoples' Liberation Guerrilla Army (PLGA) of Maoists belonging to their battalion No-1, in the forested terrain for the Bhattiguda. A Shaheed Smarak (memorial pillar) and concrete structure in the area were also destroyed by the forces at the scene”, a Police officer said. Read less... |
| January - 23 | Following the recovery of pro-Khalistan graffiti that appeared on the outer walls of Nehru Sports Stadium in Faridkot on January 23, due to security reasons, the venue to unfurl the Tricolour on Republic Day by the Chief Minister (CM) Bhagwant Mann w Read more... Following the recovery of pro-Khalistan graffiti that appeared on the outer walls of Nehru Sports Stadium in Faridkot on January 23, due to security reasons, the venue to unfurl the Tricolour on Republic Day by the Chief Minister (CM) Bhagwant Mann was shifted to Polo Ground at Patiala District, reports The Tribune. Khalistan flags were also seen in the neighbourhood. The Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) has claimed responsibility for the graffiti at the Faridkot stadium. Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, Assam Police recovered five hand grenades and three detonators from Hugrajuli Khawala village in Dhekiajuli in Sonitpur District of Assam, The Assam Tribune reports on January 25. Read more... On January 23, Assam Police recovered five hand grenades and three detonators from Hugrajuli Khawala village in Dhekiajuli in Sonitpur District of Assam, The Assam Tribune reports on January 25. Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, cadres of the Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), vandalized the house of a para teacher in Tupukhurd village under Sadar Police Station limits in the Latehar Distr Read more... On January 23, cadres of the Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), vandalized the house of a para teacher in Tupukhurd village under Sadar Police Station limits in the Latehar District of Jharkhand, reports The News Sense. According to the information, the ‘area commander’ of JJMP, Bajrangi alias Jitendra Singh, reached the house of para teacher Jugal Kishore Singh with his 5-6 squad members and carried out the vandalism. They vandalized the taps, electricity boards, etc., installed outside the para teacher's house. They also damaged the motorcycle parked in the verandah of the house and later took the motorcycle with them. Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, City Police arrested an ‘area commander’ of the Tritiya Prastuti Sammelan Committee (TSPC), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Vikrant alias Sanjit Giri alias Sanjit Das, and his associate Mani Kumar, Read more... On January 23, City Police arrested an ‘area commander’ of the Tritiya Prastuti Sammelan Committee (TSPC), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Vikrant alias Sanjit Giri alias Sanjit Das, and his associate Mani Kumar, during an operation in the Gunja area under Ormanjhi Police Station limits in Ranchi District of Jharkhand, reports The Times of India. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Chandan Kumar Sinha said Police arrested two out of four TSPC cadres planning violent activities in Gunja. Police recovered a country-made pistol, a magazine, four cartridges, a laptop, a scooty, and other materials from their possession. Sanjit confessed to vandalizing a stone crusher unit in Gunja village in the Ormanjhi Police Station area on January 8, where he set ablaze a porcelain machine and a vehicle, besides assaulting employees and leaving a threatening letter. Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, security forces (SFs) arrested two active cadres of Kangleipak Communist Party-People's War Group (KCP-PWG), identified as Thokchom Luxmikanta Singh alias Hapu (28) and Dinesh Thokchom alias Don (23) from Uningkhong under Khongjom Poli Read more... On January 23, security forces (SFs) arrested two active cadres of Kangleipak Communist Party-People's War Group (KCP-PWG), identified as Thokchom Luxmikanta Singh alias Hapu (28) and Dinesh Thokchom alias Don (23) from Uningkhong under Khongjom Police Station in Thoubal District of Manipur while indulging in extortion, reports Manipur Police on X. Two 9mm pistol with magazines and five 9mm live rounds were recovered from their possession. Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted raids at multiple locations linked to United States (US)-based, Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorist Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passia, in connection with the Chandigarh grenade Read more... On January 23, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted raids at multiple locations linked to United States (US)-based, Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorist Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passia, in connection with the Chandigarh grenade attack case of September 9, 2024, reports The Hindu. Searches were carried out in Amritsar, Gurdaspur, Bathinda, and Ferozepur Districts of Punjab, Lakhimpur Kheri in Uttar Pradesh, Rudrapur in Uttarakhand, and Chandigarh (Union Territory and capital city of Punjab and Haryana). The grenade attack involved suspects Rohan Masih and Vishal Masih, who hurled a grenade at a house in Sector 10/D in Chandigarh. Both suspects were arrested earlier, as reported by the South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP). According to the NIA, investigations so far have exposed a conspiracy to attack, involving Pakistan-based Harwinder Singh Sandhu alias Rinda and Harpreet Singh, both “terrorists” belonging to the BKI. “The two terrorists had raised a module to carry out the terror attack and had provided funds, weapons, and other logistical support to the on-ground operatives,” the agency said. Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court in Guwahati in Kamrup (Metro) District in Assam, sentenced two accused identified as Mamunur Rashid and Mukibul Hussain alias Makibul Hussain to imprisonment in the Ansarullah Bangl Read more... On January 23, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Special Court in Guwahati in Kamrup (Metro) District in Assam, sentenced two accused identified as Mamunur Rashid and Mukibul Hussain alias Makibul Hussain to imprisonment in the Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) case, reports NIA. Mamunur Rashid has been sentenced to three years of rigorous imprisonment (RI) and the second accused, Mukibul Hussain, has been sentenced to six months of simple imprisonment. The case, registered in March 2022, pertains to an ABT module operating in Barpeta District of Assam, led by Bangladeshi national Saiful Islam alias Haroon Rashid. Read less... |
| January - 23 | Security Forces (SFs) busted a militant hideout in a Government School building in at the Larmoh Awantipora area in the Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on January 23, reports Daily Excelsior. Acting on a specific input, a joint team of SF Read more... Security Forces (SFs) busted a militant hideout in a Government School building in at the Larmoh Awantipora area in the Pulwama District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) on January 23, reports Daily Excelsior. Acting on a specific input, a joint team of SFs launched a combing operation in the Larmoh area, and during the operation, arms and materials used for making Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were recovered. “Incriminating material including a grenade, UBGL [Under Barrel Grenade Launcher], pistol magazine, some rounds, an electric detonator, four normal nonelectric detonators, a PTD [Plug Top Drivers] switch, a normal Switch, 10 metres of safety fuse wire, two 9-volt batteries (material used in fabricating of an IED), a data cable, two roll, and bucket was recovered from the said hideout,” the Police said. Read less... |
| January - 23 | Security Forces (SFs) thwarted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) plot by destroying a powerful command Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which had been intentionally planted under a bridge on the Basaguda-Awapalli Road in Bijapur Distri Read more... Security Forces (SFs) thwarted a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) plot by destroying a powerful command Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which had been intentionally planted under a bridge on the Basaguda-Awapalli Road in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 23, reports The Free Press Journal. Upon discovering the 50-kilogram command IED, the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) safely detonated the explosive. Read less... |
| January - 23 | The National Revolutionary Front of Manipur (NRFM) announced a 15-hour general strike on January 26, 2025, from 1 am to 4 pm, boycotting India’s Republic Day celebrations in Manipur, reports Northeast Now. The group, protesting Manipur's merger into Read more... The National Revolutionary Front of Manipur (NRFM) announced a 15-hour general strike on January 26, 2025, from 1 am to 4 pm, boycotting India’s Republic Day celebrations in Manipur, reports Northeast Now. The group, protesting Manipur's merger into India in 1949, urged citizens to stay indoors and boycott Republic Day events. Sanajaoba Meitei, NRFM’s ‘information & publicity secretary,’ in a statement accused India of undermining Manipur's rights through divisive policies. Emergency services, including media, healthcare, water, and electricity, are exempt from the strike, according to their statement. Read less... |
| January - 23 | A Frontier Crops (FC) trooper, identified as Khursheed Alam, who was posted in Balochistan and came home on leave, was gunned down when unidentified assailants targeted him at Janikhel road in Lakki Marwat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 23 Read more... A Frontier Crops (FC) trooper, identified as Khursheed Alam, who was posted in Balochistan and came home on leave, was gunned down when unidentified assailants targeted him at Janikhel road in Lakki Marwat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 23, reports The Khorasan Diary. The attackers managed to flee, said Police. Read less... |
| January - 23 | Bayazid Khan Kharoti, a prominent social media activist and founder of “Choti Chirya”, a widely followed page on social media platforms, was reportedly abducted by unidentified persons in the Koila Phatak area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Bal Read more... Bayazid Khan Kharoti, a prominent social media activist and founder of “Choti Chirya”, a widely followed page on social media platforms, was reportedly abducted by unidentified persons in the Koila Phatak area of Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, on January 23, reports The Balochistan Post. According to eyewitnesses, men dressed in plainclothes, identifying themselves as officials from the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), detained Kharoti, claiming the arrest was made under a court warrant. However, no uniformed officers were present during the operation. Witnesses also reported that Kharoti was handcuffed and forcibly taken away. Read less... |
| January - 23 | Four Police personnel were abducted by unidentified terrorists from a Police post in Sararogha area of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 23, reports The Khorasan Diary. “The terrorists attacks the police station and then the Read more... Four Police personnel were abducted by unidentified terrorists from a Police post in Sararogha area of South Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 23, reports The Khorasan Diary. “The terrorists attacks the police station and then the adjoining Frontier Corps post” as well, an official from the area said. They took along weapons and ammunition as well, he confirmed. “There were injured amongst the militants as well during the cross fire which last for an hour” another official said. Read less... |
| January - 23 | Security Forces (SFs) on January 23 neutralised six terrorists in Sambaza area of Zhob District in Balochistan while they were trying to infiltrate into the province through the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, reports Dawn. According to a statement from Read more... Security Forces (SFs) on January 23 neutralised six terrorists in Sambaza area of Zhob District in Balochistan while they were trying to infiltrate into the province through the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, reports Dawn. According to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), “On [the] night of 22/23 January, movement of a group of khwarij, who were trying to infiltrate through Pakistan-Afghanistan border, was picked up by the security forces in general area Sambaza, Zhob District. Own troops effectively engaged and thwarted their attempt to infiltrate. Resultantly, six khwarij were sent to hell”. The statement added that following the operation, the SFs also recovered a large quantity of weapons, ammunition, and explosives. Read less... |
| January - 23 | Unidentified terrorists targeted a joint check post of Police and customs and confiscated arms and vehicles of the Security Forces (SFs) on the Coastal Highway in the Nalant area of Gwadar District in Balochistan on January 23, reports The Khorasan D Read more... Unidentified terrorists targeted a joint check post of Police and customs and confiscated arms and vehicles of the Security Forces (SFs) on the Coastal Highway in the Nalant area of Gwadar District in Balochistan on January 23, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, after almost a decade, Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) has held a public protest march and rally at Rajshahi University in Rajshahi District to protest the lack of visible progress in the investigation into the incident of burning Quran in Read more... On January 23, after almost a decade, Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) has held a public protest march and rally at Rajshahi University in Rajshahi District to protest the lack of visible progress in the investigation into the incident of burning Quran in various residential halls and the central mosque of the university, reports prothomalo.com. The march began under the banner of ICS from the university's central mosque. Mehedi Hasan, the office secretary of the branch student camp, said, "On January 12, some miscreants set fire to the Holy Quran, the beating heart of our hearts. We want to tell them, you saw a dove, not a dove trap. You will be destroyed by the spark of fire. A few days ago, a Christian Pope was hanged in Iran for insulting the Quran. Those who were involved in burning the Quran should be hanged publicly at Zoha Square. If the leaders and activists of the student camp have to be martyred in the field of movement for this, we are ready for that too." Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir urged the interim government to perform its duties impartially, alleging it of failing to maintain neutrality on some issues, reports The Daily Star. "Yes Read more... On January 23, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir urged the interim government to perform its duties impartially, alleging it of failing to maintain neutrality on some issues, reports The Daily Star. "Yesterday, in an interview, I said if the interim government can't remain impartial, a neutral government will be required during the elections. There is a reason for making this statement. We observe that the interim government is unable to maintain neutrality on several issues," he said. He urged the interim government to carry out its responsibilities impartially and address the problems the country is currently facing. Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, Biswa Sufi Sangstha claimed that 80 Sufi shrines were attacked, vandalized, looted and set on fire in Bangladesh in last 6 months, reports prothomalo.com. Earlier on January 18, the press wing of the chief advisor to the interim gover Read more... On January 23, Biswa Sufi Sangstha claimed that 80 Sufi shrines were attacked, vandalized, looted and set on fire in Bangladesh in last 6 months, reports prothomalo.com. Earlier on January 18, the press wing of the chief advisor to the interim government reported that 44 attacks have taken place on 40 shrines. Biswa Sufi Sangstha’s executive member Hasan Shah Dipu Noori said, "Even after the press conference of the chief advisor's press wing, there have been attacks on shrines and darbars. Various events have been disrupted. Those concerned are delaying taking legal action in many incidents." Four demands were raised at the press conference. These include conducting a judicial investigation into all attacks, vandalism, looting, arson, injuries and killings and ensuring that the planners and those involved are brought to justice. Ensuring the security of all the country's darbars, khankas, majlis, astanas, akhras, and shrines, including all establishments, on a priority basis. Assessing the economic losses of the affected darbars and shrines and providing compensation, and providing appropriate compensation to the families of those who have been killed. Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, shrine of Shukur Ali Shah Fakir was vandalized in Arjun Nalai village of Gangutia union in Dhamrai Upazila (Sub-District) of Dhaka District, reports prothomalo.com. It has been suspected that leaders and activists of the Dhamrai Ulama Read more... On January 23, shrine of Shukur Ali Shah Fakir was vandalized in Arjun Nalai village of Gangutia union in Dhamrai Upazila (Sub-District) of Dhaka District, reports prothomalo.com. It has been suspected that leaders and activists of the Dhamrai Ulama Parishad, Imam Parishad, teachers and students of several local mosques and madrasas (Islamic Seminaries) and some locals were involved in the incident. Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, China called on the Taliban to conduct a thorough investigation into the killing of a Chinese national in Afghanistan and to “seriously” punish those responsible, reports Amu TV. Mao Ning, a spokeswoman for China's Foreign Ministry, sa Read more... On January 23, China called on the Taliban to conduct a thorough investigation into the killing of a Chinese national in Afghanistan and to “seriously” punish those responsible, reports Amu TV. Mao Ning, a spokeswoman for China's Foreign Ministry, said, "We are deeply shocked by the incident," after a Chinese mine worker named Li, and an Afghan citizen (translator) were killed in Kapisa Province during an attack claimed by the Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP). Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that it welcomes the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision to issue arrest warrants against senior Taliban leaders in Afghanistan over the persecution of women, a crime against hum Read more... On January 23, National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that it welcomes the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision to issue arrest warrants against senior Taliban leaders in Afghanistan over the persecution of women, a crime against humanity, and called for the warrant's immediate execution. NRF called the ICC action insufficient, urging real sanctions against the Taliban regime. Additionally, it condemned the Taliban for depriving Afghan women and girls of their rights and advocated for a legitimate, globally recognised government chosen by the Afghan people. Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, said that he is seeking arrest warrants against senior Taliban leaders in Afghanistan over the persecution of women, a crime against humanity, reports Afghanistan I Read more... On January 23, the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, said that he is seeking arrest warrants against senior Taliban leaders in Afghanistan over the persecution of women, a crime against humanity, reports Afghanistan International. He stated there are "reasonable grounds to suspect" that Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and Supreme Court Chief Justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani are responsible for "the crime against humanity of persecution on gender grounds." Khan explained, “Perceived resistance or opposition to the Taliban was, and is, brutally repressed through the commission of crimes including murder, imprisonment, torture, rape and other forms of sexual violence, enforced disappearance, and other inhumane acts…My Office further submits that the Taliban’s interpretation of Sharia should not, and may not be used to justify the deprivation of fundamental human rights or the related commission of Rome Statute crimes.” He emphasised, “Our action signals that the status quo for women and girls in Afghanistan is not acceptable.” Read less... |
| January - 23 | On January 23, the Taliban-run supreme court announced that 10 civilians, including a woman, were publicly flogged in Khost Province for charges such as extramarital affairs, same-sex relations, running away from home, threats, and "illegitimate rela Read more... On January 23, the Taliban-run supreme court announced that 10 civilians, including a woman, were publicly flogged in Khost Province for charges such as extramarital affairs, same-sex relations, running away from home, threats, and "illegitimate relationships," reports Afghanistan International. Additionally, the court stated that six people were sentenced to 39 lashes and two years in prison, three to 30 lashes and three years, and one to 39 lashes and one year. Read less... |
| January - 24 | Kovvasi Somda alias Mukesh (33), Konta ‘area commander’ of the Dandakaranya-Sukma Zone of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was arrested by the Chintoor Police in the Kalleru Forest area on the outskirts of Kalleru village in the Chin Read more... Kovvasi Somda alias Mukesh (33), Konta ‘area commander’ of the Dandakaranya-Sukma Zone of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was arrested by the Chintoor Police in the Kalleru Forest area on the outskirts of Kalleru village in the Chintoor Agency in Alluri Sitarama Raju District of Andhra Pradesh on January 24, reports The Hindu. Somda was arrested while he was allegedly on his way to plant explosives targeting Security Forces (SFs) involved in combing operations. Police and Central Reserve Protection Force (CRPF) teams recovered five electric detonators, two hand grenades, iron pieces, slurry sticks, batteries, cordex wire, and electrical wire, which were intended to be used to kill SFs. A search is on for a ‘sympathiser’ who was accompanying Somda at the time of the latter’s arrest, Police said. Somda joined the CPI-Maoist in 2014. He was elevated as an ‘area commander’ in 2024. Read less... |
| January - 24 | On January 24, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal criticized Pakistan for supporting terrorism, saying that the whole world knows who is the progenitor of cross-border terrorism, reports The Statesman. On the issue on Pak Read more... On January 24, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal criticized Pakistan for supporting terrorism, saying that the whole world knows who is the progenitor of cross-border terrorism, reports The Statesman. On the issue on Pakistan’s Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) statement claiming that the Indian Army is being politicised after the Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said terror activities in Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) were linked with Pakistan, Jaiswal responded, “The whole world knows, who is promoting terrorism. In India, when we have terror-related attacks, where it is coming from, we all know the genesis, the root of cross-border terrorism.” The Free Press Journal adds, against the backdrop of an increase in engagement between Bangladeshi and Pakistani military officials, he said, “We keep an eye on all activities around the country and in the region, as well as all activities affecting national security, and the government will take appropriate steps”. It is reported that Pakistani Inter Services Intelligence's (ISI’s) Director General of Analysis Major General Shahid Amir Afsar and certain other officials are currently visiting Bangladesh. “We support a democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh. We want to strengthen our ties so that the people of India and Bangladesh can prosper," he said. Read less... |
| January - 24 | On January 24, the Alliance for Socialist Unity Kangleipak (ASUK) declared a 10-hour shutdown across Manipur on January 26, 2025, boycotting India’s Republic Day celebrations, reports Northeast Now. The shutdown, effective from 6 am to 4 pm, exempts Read more... On January 24, the Alliance for Socialist Unity Kangleipak (ASUK) declared a 10-hour shutdown across Manipur on January 26, 2025, boycotting India’s Republic Day celebrations, reports Northeast Now. The shutdown, effective from 6 am to 4 pm, exempts emergency services, including fire, water, medical, media, and religious activities. In a statement, ASUK condemned the alleged colonial rule in Manipur, protesting its merger with India in 1949 and claiming the political system as exploitative. The outfit also blamed India for the prolonged Kuki-Metei conflict, asserting that a single directive from the Union could end the violence. ASUK urged locals to resist "colonial domination" and refrain from participating in Republic Day events, advocating for indigenous self-determination. Read less... |
| January - 24 | On January 24, the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) of the Police attached properties worth crores belonging to 11 Pakistan-based terrorists in Kishtwar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. The attached properties, including Read more... On January 24, the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) of the Police attached properties worth crores belonging to 11 Pakistan-based terrorists in Kishtwar District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. The attached properties, including land and other assets, are linked to commanders involved in financing and planning terror operations from across the border. Intelligence reports indicate that around 36 Kishtwar-origin terrorists are currently operating from Pakistan. Read less... |
| January - 24 | Pakistan army has reportedly equipped the terrorists who infiltrated into Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) last year with Alpine Quest App in its offline version to help them operate even without the support of Over Ground Workers (OGWs) in upper reaches of d Read more... Pakistan army has reportedly equipped the terrorists who infiltrated into Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) last year with Alpine Quest App in its offline version to help them operate even without the support of Over Ground Workers (OGWs) in upper reaches of different districts across the Union Territory, reports Daily Excelsior on January 24. “Support of the OGWs to the terrorists has been dwindling in view of series of measures taken by the police including attachment of their property and registration of cases against them under Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). To overcome this challenge, the Pakistan Army has equipped the terrorists with Alpine Quest App in its offline version,” officials said. They said the use of App by the terrorists has been noticed for first time in Jammu and Kashmir. The App is originally an Australian navigation tool for trekkers and has been modified to include data on security forces, nakas etc. With Police coming down heavily on the OGWs, the terrorists have been left with little local support. In some cases, it has also been observed that the terrorists used OGWs only for food as they have managed shelter in naturally formed caves in the mountains. While trekking to change locations, the terrorists have been avoiding OGWs as they fear that some of them may leak information to security agencies leading to their elimination. “It has also been observed that the terrorists asked OGWs to drop food and other essential items at a particular spot and leave. They picked up the goods only after the OGWs leave the spot. This was done to ensure that the OGWs don’t manage to get their exact location,” the officials said, adding this is being done by the terrorists to avoid identification of their hideouts even if the OGWs are caught by the Police. The terrorists have also been found using highly encrypted ultra radio communication devices with servers in Pakistan. This technology enables secure communication between operatives. The encryption makes it difficult for security forces to intercept or decode their communications in real time. Read less... |
| January - 24 | Search operations at Fungei Ching, Ngamukhong under Nongpok Sekmai Police Station in Thoubal District of Manipur led to the recovery of one single bore gun, one country made pistol along with magazine, one 9mm pistol magazine, 10 .36 Highly Explosive Read more... Search operations at Fungei Ching, Ngamukhong under Nongpok Sekmai Police Station in Thoubal District of Manipur led to the recovery of one single bore gun, one country made pistol along with magazine, one 9mm pistol magazine, 10 .36 Highly Explosive (HE) hand grenades, one Baofeng radio set, one anti-riot grenade, one stun shell, 50 .303 blank rounds, 36 live ammunitions and 45 empty cases, reports Manipur Police on X on January 24. Read less... |
| January - 24 | Search operations at Wabagai Buffalo Farm areas under Kakching Police Station in Kakching District of Manipur led to the recovery of one air gun rifle, two Highly Explosive (HE) grenade without detonator, two .51mm live HE shells, 10 7.62mm live ammu Read more... Search operations at Wabagai Buffalo Farm areas under Kakching Police Station in Kakching District of Manipur led to the recovery of one air gun rifle, two Highly Explosive (HE) grenade without detonator, two .51mm live HE shells, 10 7.62mm live ammunitions, 15 empty cases of AK rifle, four stun shells, two bullet proof (BP) plates and one BP vest, reports Manipur Police on X on January 24. Read less... |
| January - 24 | Search operations at Zairol and Uchathol under Jiribam Police Station in Jiribam District of Manipur led to the recovery of one submachine gun (SMG) carbine with magazine, one 12 bore single barrel bore gun, 60 live ammunitions, five Under Barrel Gre Read more... Search operations at Zairol and Uchathol under Jiribam Police Station in Jiribam District of Manipur led to the recovery of one submachine gun (SMG) carbine with magazine, one 12 bore single barrel bore gun, 60 live ammunitions, five Under Barrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) rounds and two grenades, reports Manipur Police on X on January 24. Read less... |
| January - 24 | Four Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres including two ‘commanders’ and two other young cadres who had recently joined the group, surrender before authority in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, on January 24, reports Urdu Point. The form Read more... Four Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres including two ‘commanders’ and two other young cadres who had recently joined the group, surrender before authority in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, on January 24, reports Urdu Point. The former BLA ‘commander’, Najeebullah and Abdul Rasheed, announced to shun the path of violence and reject the so-called liberation moment in a press conference held in Quetta. The Balochistan Minister Mir Zahoor Buledi and Advisor to the Chief Minister Meena Majeed Baloch and Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Counter Terrorism Department (CTD), Aetzaz Ahmed Goraya were also present in the press conference. Read less... |
| January - 24 | On January 24, former president Hamid Karzai called for the immediate reopening of schools and universities for Afghan girls, emphasizing the critical role of education in the country’s development and prosperity, reports Amu TV. Karzai said, “Educat Read more... On January 24, former president Hamid Karzai called for the immediate reopening of schools and universities for Afghan girls, emphasizing the critical role of education in the country’s development and prosperity, reports Amu TV. Karzai said, “Education is vital for the prosperity and flourishing of society…Afghanistan can only overcome dependency on foreign powers and attain its rightful place in the global community through knowledge and understanding.” He described education as “the key driver of a society’s growth and well-being” and underscored its importance in achieving freedom and progress for Afghanistan. Read less... |
| January - 24 | On January 24, Taliban’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned a request by the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor for an arrest warrant against their supreme leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, calling it “unfair, politically motivated, and ba Read more... On January 24, Taliban’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned a request by the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor for an arrest warrant against their supreme leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, calling it “unfair, politically motivated, and based on double standards,” reports Amu TV. The statement said, “This decision is devoid of legal fairness, driven by double standards, and influenced by political motives.” The ministry dismissed the allegations brought by ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan as “baseless.” Read less... |
| January - 25 | On January 25 (today), United States (US) Supreme Court cleared 2008 Mumbai terror attack convict Tahawwur Rana's extradition to India, reports Hindustan Times. This comes after Rana approached the US Supreme Court against his extradition to India af Read more... On January 25 (today), United States (US) Supreme Court cleared 2008 Mumbai terror attack convict Tahawwur Rana's extradition to India, reports Hindustan Times. This comes after Rana approached the US Supreme Court against his extradition to India after losing the legal battle in lower courts. On December 16, 2024, US Solicitor General Elizabeth B Prelogar urged the Supreme Court to reject the petition. Rana’s counsel Joshua L Dratel, in his response on December 23, 2024, challenged the US Government’s recommendation and pleaded with the Supreme Court that his writ be accepted. Rana faces charges for his role in the 26/11 Mumbai attack and is known to be associated with Pakistani-American Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorist David Coleman Headley, one of the main conspirators of the terror incident that hit India’s financial hub in 2008. Read less... |
| January - 25 | On January 25, Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that troops recovered one DJI Air 3S drone along with a packet of suspected heroin weighing 559 grams from farming fields adjacent to Kakkar village in Amritsar District of Punjab. Read more... On January 25, Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that troops recovered one DJI Air 3S drone along with a packet of suspected heroin weighing 559 grams from farming fields adjacent to Kakkar village in Amritsar District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 25 | On January 25, ETV Bharat reported that an investigation by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) revealed that terror groups, including the Islamic State (IS), Al Qaeda, and Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), have adopted the ‘dead drop’ method to Read more... On January 25, ETV Bharat reported that an investigation by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) revealed that terror groups, including the Islamic State (IS), Al Qaeda, and Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), have adopted the ‘dead drop’ method to move terror hardware and evade security agencies. This technique is used for terrorism, espionage, drug trafficking, and other illegal activities as it avoids direct contact and reduces detection risks. “A module raised by two terrorists to carry out a terror attack used the dead drop method to provide funds, weapons, and logistical support to on-ground operatives," a senior NIA official stated. Terror groups continuously modify both online and offline dead drop methods to evade capture. Read less... |
| January - 25 | On January 25, Indian Army troopers exchanged fire with terrorists during a search operation in the Batod area of Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. However, no casualties were reported on either side. Read more... On January 25, Indian Army troopers exchanged fire with terrorists during a search operation in the Batod area of Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. However, no casualties were reported on either side. Read less... |
| January - 25 | On January 25, National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested two absconding accused, identified as Abdul Majeeth and Shahul Hameed, both hailing from Thanjavur District of Tamil Nadu, from an unspecified location in 2019 Tamil Nadu Ramalingam murder c Read more... On January 25, National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested two absconding accused, identified as Abdul Majeeth and Shahul Hameed, both hailing from Thanjavur District of Tamil Nadu, from an unspecified location in 2019 Tamil Nadu Ramalingam murder case linked with the Popular Front of India (PFI), reports NIA. NIA investigation revealed that the duo conspired with other accused near the Periyapalli mosque in Thirubhuvanam on February 5, 2019 to chop the hands of Ramalingam with the intent to create fear among the people and spread communal hatred. NIA took over the investigation from the Tamil Nadu Police in March 2019 and chargesheeted 18 accused before the NIA Special Court, Chennai, in the case RC06/2019/NIA/DLI in August 2019. Six of the 18 chargesheeted accused were absconding, and a reward of INR 5,00,000 each had been announced for information about them. In 2021, NIA had arrested one of the six absconders, identified as Rahman Sadiq. In November 2024, NIA traced Abdul Majeeth and Shahul Hameed to Poombarai area of Kodaikanal in Dindigul District, and arrested one harbourer, Mohammed Ali Jinah, who was the 19th accused identified in the case. Jinah was later remanded to judicial custody. Abdul and Shahul, however, had then managed to escape and were finally arrested by NIA which continues to investigate the case and search for the remaining absconders. Read less... |
| January - 25 | On January 25, Security Forces (SFs) arrested two cadres of United Komrem Revolutionary Army (UKRA) identified as Thangrengsong Kom (45) and L.Washington Kom (42) who were involved in extortion activities, from Maunjang Village in New Dampi under Chu Read more... On January 25, Security Forces (SFs) arrested two cadres of United Komrem Revolutionary Army (UKRA) identified as Thangrengsong Kom (45) and L.Washington Kom (42) who were involved in extortion activities, from Maunjang Village in New Dampi under Churachandpur Police Station in Churchandpur District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. Read less... |
| January - 25 | On January 25, Tripura Police carried out an operation and arrested two persons identified as Niraj Kumar and Indar Mukhia in possession of a pistol from in Dharmanagar Sub-division in North Tripura District of Tripura, reports Northeast Now. Read more... On January 25, Tripura Police carried out an operation and arrested two persons identified as Niraj Kumar and Indar Mukhia in possession of a pistol from in Dharmanagar Sub-division in North Tripura District of Tripura, reports Northeast Now. Read less... |
| January - 25 | The West Singhbhum District Police destroyed over 150 acres of illegal poppy cultivation during the anti-Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) operation, reports Devdiscourse on January 25. The largest bust took place under Bandgaon Police Sta Read more... The West Singhbhum District Police destroyed over 150 acres of illegal poppy cultivation during the anti-Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) operation, reports Devdiscourse on January 25. The largest bust took place under Bandgaon Police Station, with 91 acres destroyed, followed by crackdowns on the remaining 59 acres in the Tebo, Toklo, and Karaikela areas, Superintendent of Police (SP) Ashutosh Shekhar said. The SP further said additional gains included the neutralisation of seven Maoists, the arrest of 35 suspects, and the seizure of explosives, firearms, and cash during the extensive anti-Maoist operations conducted throughout 2024. Read less... |
| January - 25 | At least 18 terrorists were killed and six other sustained injuries during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) carried out by Security Force (SF) acting on the reported presence of terrorists in Lakki Marwat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on J Read more... At least 18 terrorists were killed and six other sustained injuries during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) carried out by Security Force (SF) acting on the reported presence of terrorists in Lakki Marwat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on January 25, reports Dawn. In a statement released, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said weapons and ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists, who “remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area against the security forces as well as the killing of innocent civilians. Read less... |
| January - 25 | Javed Baloch, a journalist from the Gwadar town (Gwadar District) of Balochistan, claimed on X (formerly Twitter) that two of his close relatives, Zakir Somar and Naseem Hameed, were ‘enforced disappeared’ from Ghati Dhur Chowk in Gwadar on January 2 Read more... Javed Baloch, a journalist from the Gwadar town (Gwadar District) of Balochistan, claimed on X (formerly Twitter) that two of his close relatives, Zakir Somar and Naseem Hameed, were ‘enforced disappeared’ from Ghati Dhur Chowk in Gwadar on January 25, reports The Balochistan Post. Read less... |
| January - 25 | Security Forces (SFs) killed eight terrorists of Fitna-al-Khwarij [military terminology for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)] in Karak District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on January 25, reports Dawn. Read more... Security Forces (SFs) killed eight terrorists of Fitna-al-Khwarij [military terminology for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)] in Karak District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on January 25, reports Dawn. Read less... |
| January - 25 | Security Forces (SFs) killed four Fitna-al-Khwarij [military terminology for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)] terrorists, including Kharji ring ‘leaders’ Aziz ur Rehman alias Qari Ismail and Mukhlis, while two others sustained injuries in the Bagh a Read more... Security Forces (SFs) killed four Fitna-al-Khwarij [military terminology for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)] terrorists, including Kharji ring ‘leaders’ Aziz ur Rehman alias Qari Ismail and Mukhlis, while two others sustained injuries in the Bagh area of Tirah Valley in Khyber District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on January 25, reports Dawn. The identity of the two other terrorists yet to be ascertained. Qari Ismail was appointed as the shadow Governor of the TTP for Khyber last week when the group announced its new structure. Mukhlis was a top ‘commander’ of TTP in Khyber District. Read less... |
| January - 25 | The dead body of a kidnapped contract worker of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) was recovered from the rugged terrain of Zareefwaal area in Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 25, reports Dawn. An elder, requesting not Read more... The dead body of a kidnapped contract worker of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) was recovered from the rugged terrain of Zareefwaal area in Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 25, reports Dawn. An elder, requesting not to be named, said local elders, relatives of the hostages and armed members of civic organisations had ventured into the area in search of the abducted employees. “They went there after hearing reports about shelling on the militants’ hideouts by security forces on Friday,” the elder said. The elder revealed that the kidnappers had handed over the body of Rehanullah to the elders. He also confirmed that the elders secured the release of Nawaz Khan, a coach driver who had been abducted alongside the PAEC’s contract workers on January 9. “The elders are holding talks with the militant leaders to negotiate a safe release of the hostages,” he added. Read less... |
| January - 25 | The Security Forces (SFs) allegedly ‘enforced disappeared’ three sons of Rahim Bakhsh, identified as Irshad, Siddique, and Zahir, during a raid on their house in Panjgur District of Balochistan around 11 a.m. on January 25, reports The Balochistan Po Read more... The Security Forces (SFs) allegedly ‘enforced disappeared’ three sons of Rahim Bakhsh, identified as Irshad, Siddique, and Zahir, during a raid on their house in Panjgur District of Balochistan around 11 a.m. on January 25, reports The Balochistan Post. Read less... |
| January - 25 | Two Baloch men, identified as Aslam Khetran and Baloch artist Nadi Gulaf Marri, were reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ by individuals in plain clothes driving a Government-plated vehicle in Barkhan District of Balochistan on January 25, reports The B Read more... Two Baloch men, identified as Aslam Khetran and Baloch artist Nadi Gulaf Marri, were reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ by individuals in plain clothes driving a Government-plated vehicle in Barkhan District of Balochistan on January 25, reports The Balochistan Post. Read less... |
| January - 25 | On January 25, a suicide bombing occurred in front of the Taliban governor’s office in Taloqan, the capital of Takhar province, reports Amu TV. Taliban members were killed or injured in the attack, but the exact number of casualties remains unclear. Read more... On January 25, a suicide bombing occurred in front of the Taliban governor’s office in Taloqan, the capital of Takhar province, reports Amu TV. Taliban members were killed or injured in the attack, but the exact number of casualties remains unclear. Read less... |
| January - 26 | According to the probe by Crime Branch (CB)-Crime Investigation Department (CID) and National Investigation Agency (NIA), Pakistani-American national David Coleman Headley alias Daood Sayed Gilani and Pakistani-Canadian Tahawwur Rana played a key rol Read more... According to the probe by Crime Branch (CB)-Crime Investigation Department (CID) and National Investigation Agency (NIA), Pakistani-American national David Coleman Headley alias Daood Sayed Gilani and Pakistani-Canadian Tahawwur Rana played a key role in laying the foundation of the 26/11 fidayeen attacks in 2008 in Mumbai (Maharashtra) at the behest of their masters Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), reports Deccan Herald on January 26. “Headley had advised Rana of his assignment to scout potential targets in India; that Headley obtained Rana’s consent to open an office of First World Immigration Services as a cover for his activities; that Rana advised Headley on how to obtain a visa for travel to India; and that Headley and Rana had reviewed how Headley had done surveillance of the targets that were attacked in Mumbai. Evidence was also produced that Rana told Headley that the terrorists involved in Mumbai attacks should receive Pakistan’s highest military honours posthumously,” according to the NIA. Tahawwur Rana was a confidant of ISI's Major Iqbal who plotted terror attack in Mumbai, adds The Times of India. Rana alongside Headley established the groundwork for the Mumbai attacks, which was the deadliest of a series of terror runs organised by ISI through outfits like LeT and Indian Mujahideen (IM). "He had checked into Hotel Renaissance in Powai during his visit to India between Nov 11 and 21 in 2008. The attacks occurred five days after he departed," states a Police document. Read less... |
| January - 26 | On January 26, India and Indonesia deepened their defence and economic engagement and agreed to enhance cooperation in counter terrorism, Indo-Pacific initiatives, health and pharmaceuticals, food security, infrastructure and connectivity, science an Read more... On January 26, India and Indonesia deepened their defence and economic engagement and agreed to enhance cooperation in counter terrorism, Indo-Pacific initiatives, health and pharmaceuticals, food security, infrastructure and connectivity, science and technology, space cooperation, education and skill development, climate change and disaster resilience, reports Hindustan Times. According to the joint statement on the visit of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who was the Chief Guest at Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi, “They supported the full and effective implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of the Parties in the South China Sea (DOC) in its entirety and look forward to the early conclusion of an effective and substantive Code of Conduct in the South China Sea (COC) that is in accordance with international law”. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Prabowo Subianto condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation in combating the threat through bilateral and multilateral initiatives. Subianto hailed India’s interest in enhancing maritime security cooperation, including its engagement with regional mechanisms to ensure the safety and security of sea lanes of communication. In their meeting, the two sides agreed to position a liaison officer from Indonesia at India's Information Fusion Centre-Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR), adds The Hindu. They also called for unimpeded lawful maritime commerce and promoting peaceful resolution of disputes in accordance with universally recognised principles of international law, including the 1982 UNCLOS (UN Convention on the Law of the Sea). "Both leaders welcomed the ratification of the agreement concerning cooperation in the field of defence (DCA) and expressed confidence that this would lead to further deepening of defence ties," it said. The leaders also agreed to an early establishment of bilateral maritime dialogue and cyber security dialogue. Read less... |
| January - 26 | On January 26, security forces (SFs) detected and defused an improvised explosive device (IED) along the Gamngai and Phaijang village road under Chakpikarong-Police Station in Chandel District of Manipur, reports Northeast Now. The operation was foll Read more... On January 26, security forces (SFs) detected and defused an improvised explosive device (IED) along the Gamngai and Phaijang village road under Chakpikarong-Police Station in Chandel District of Manipur, reports Northeast Now. The operation was followed by the recovery of many illegal articles including a 9 mm Pistol with three live ammunition, a local Mortar (Pompi), an IED explosive-1 kg approximate, two hand grenades, 46 empty cases, two detonators and a bullet proof (BP) plate. Read less... |
| January - 26 | On January 26, twin blasts took place in two separate locations in Guwahati in Kamrup (Metro) District of Assam which were claimed by United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I), reports Northeast Now and India TodayNE. The first explosion o Read more... On January 26, twin blasts took place in two separate locations in Guwahati in Kamrup (Metro) District of Assam which were claimed by United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I), reports Northeast Now and India TodayNE. The first explosion occurred at the Lalmati Brahmaputra vegetable market and the second explosion was reported at DV Parking in Beharbari. No casualties were reported. ULFA-I, in its statement, reiterated that its actions were not intended to harm the people of Assam, but to send a message to the Government of India about its opposition to the celebration of India’s Republic Day claiming these events undermine Assam’s pride in its history and independence. Read less... |
| January - 26 | Search operations at Awang Potsangbam Khullen Ingen Hill range under Sekmai Police Station in Imphal West District of Manipur led to the recovery of a modified .303 rifle without a magazine, a 9mm pistol without a magazine, a pistol with a brown wood Read more... Search operations at Awang Potsangbam Khullen Ingen Hill range under Sekmai Police Station in Imphal West District of Manipur led to the recovery of a modified .303 rifle without a magazine, a 9mm pistol without a magazine, a pistol with a brown wooden handgrip without the magazine, four .36 Highly Explosive (HE) grenades without a detonator, five white phosphorus (WP) Smoke hand grenades, five INSAS magazines, a 9mm ammunition magazine and a .22 ammunition magazine, reports Northeast Now on January 26. Read less... |
| January - 26 | Search operations at Nepali Basti, Vietum Khullen - Khoken village Road under New Keithelmanbi Police Station in Kangpokpi District of Manipur, led to the recovery of one 5.56 mm Heckler & Koch G3 rifle with magazine, one .303 Sniper, one .22 pistol Read more... Search operations at Nepali Basti, Vietum Khullen - Khoken village Road under New Keithelmanbi Police Station in Kangpokpi District of Manipur, led to the recovery of one 5.56 mm Heckler & Koch G3 rifle with magazine, one .303 Sniper, one .22 pistol with magazine, one single barrel rifle, two improvised mortar, five .303 live rounds and two Chinese hand grenades, reports Manipur Police on X on January 26. Read less... |
| January - 26 | The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres allegedly killed a 41-year-old man, accusing him of being a ‘police informer’ in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 26, reports Hindustan Times. The victim, ident Read more... The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres allegedly killed a 41-year-old man, accusing him of being a ‘police informer’ in Bijapur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 26, reports Hindustan Times. The victim, identified as Bhadru Sodhi, was attacked with an axe at his residence in Kesamundi village under Bhairamgarh Police Station limits. He succumbed to his injuries on the spot, a Police officer said. A pamphlet allegedly issued by the Bhairamgarh area committee of Maoists, accusing Sodhi of being a “traitor,” was found at the scene. The pamphlet claimed that Sodhi was involved in the now-disbanded Salwa Judum, an anti-Maoist militia, and was leaking information about the activities of the CPI-Maoist. Read less... |
| January - 26 | A civilian, identified as Wahim, son of Abdul Wahid, a resident of Kalg in Panjgur District, was killed when Security Forces (SFs) reportedly opened fire in Mashkel area of Washuk District in Balochistan on January 26, reports The Balochistan Post. W Read more... A civilian, identified as Wahim, son of Abdul Wahid, a resident of Kalg in Panjgur District, was killed when Security Forces (SFs) reportedly opened fire in Mashkel area of Washuk District in Balochistan on January 26, reports The Balochistan Post. Wahim was transporting cattle in an Iranian-made vehicle when SFs opened fire, killing him on the spot. Read less... |
| January - 26 | A passenger bus traveling from Khuzdar Cantonment to Rawalpindi was struck by a powerful explosion near Khori, roughly 25 kilometers from Khuzdar town (Khuzdar District) in Balochistan on January 26, resulting in death of two military intelligence pe Read more... A passenger bus traveling from Khuzdar Cantonment to Rawalpindi was struck by a powerful explosion near Khori, roughly 25 kilometers from Khuzdar town (Khuzdar District) in Balochistan on January 26, resulting in death of two military intelligence personnel and several injuries, reports The Balochistan Post. The bus was carrying Army and Intelligence personnel. The dead military intelligence personnel were identified as Naik Shiraz and System Operator Ahmed Raza. Khuzdar Deputy Commissioner Yasir Dashti said that the blast was caused by an Alto car rigged with explosives and parked near the road on the M-8 Highway. He added that the device detonated as the bus passed, destroying the car and severely damaging the bus. While claiming responsibility of the attack, the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) said that at least 11 Pakistani military personnel were killed and 28 others sustained injuries. In a statement issued to the media, BLA ‘spokesperson’ Jeeyand Baloch stated that the Special Tactical Operations Squad (STOS), a specialised unit of the BLA, conducted the operation following intelligence provided by the BLA’s intelligence wing, “ZIRAB.” Read less... |
| January - 26 | Maulana Qazi Zahoor Ahmad, a Jamiat-e-Ulema Islam - Fazl (JUI-F) local body councillor was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Ahmadkhel area of Badhaber in Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 26, reports The Khorasa Read more... Maulana Qazi Zahoor Ahmad, a Jamiat-e-Ulema Islam - Fazl (JUI-F) local body councillor was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Ahmadkhel area of Badhaber in Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 26, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 26 | Security Forces (SFs) reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ a Baloch man, identified as Zameer Sarwar, during a late-night raid in the Chahsar area of Turbat in Kech District of Balochistan on January 26, reports The Balochistan Post. Family members of Z Read more... Security Forces (SFs) reportedly ‘enforced disappeared’ a Baloch man, identified as Zameer Sarwar, during a late-night raid in the Chahsar area of Turbat in Kech District of Balochistan on January 26, reports The Balochistan Post. Family members of Zameer Sarwar claim that CTD personnel stormed their home at around 2 a.m., conducted a thorough search, and detained him. He was subsequently taken to an undisclosed location, and no further information about his whereabouts has been provided. Read less... |
| January - 26 | Security Forces (SFs) thwarted a militant attack on security post in the Khadi area of Mir Ali tehsil (revenue unit) in North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 26, reports Dawn. Read more... Security Forces (SFs) thwarted a militant attack on security post in the Khadi area of Mir Ali tehsil (revenue unit) in North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 26, reports Dawn. Read less... |
| January - 26 | Six terrorists and two Security Forces (SFs) personnel were killed during an exchange of fire in Datta Khel area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 26, reports Dawn. The shoot-out took place after militants stormed a SF pos Read more... Six terrorists and two Security Forces (SFs) personnel were killed during an exchange of fire in Datta Khel area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 26, reports Dawn. The shoot-out took place after militants stormed a SF post in the area. Read less... |
| January - 26 | Unidentified armed persons set up a roadblock on National Highway (N-85) and killed a resident of Punjab after offloading him in the Josak area of Kech District in Balochistan on January 26, reports The Khorasan Diary. The armed persons also confisca Read more... Unidentified armed persons set up a roadblock on National Highway (N-85) and killed a resident of Punjab after offloading him in the Josak area of Kech District in Balochistan on January 26, reports The Khorasan Diary. The armed persons also confiscated the Police's arms, said Police. Read less... |
| January - 26 | On January 26, Home Advisor Jahangir Alam Chowdhury said that at least 700 prisoners who escaped from different prisons after the fall of the Awami League (AL) government are still on the loose, reports bdnews24. During the Government fall, over 200 Read more... On January 26, Home Advisor Jahangir Alam Chowdhury said that at least 700 prisoners who escaped from different prisons after the fall of the Awami League (AL) government are still on the loose, reports bdnews24. During the Government fall, over 200 prisoners escaped from the Kashimpur Central Jail in Gazipur after a revolt. Six individuals were reported dead after being shot by security personnel. Around 2,200 prisoners including death row convicts and militants were reported escaping not only from Kashimpur, but also from Narsingdi, Kushtia, and Bogura. Read less... |
| January - 26 | On January 26, in front of Shahbagh Police Station in Dhaka, Police fired sound grenades and water cannons during a clash between Ebtedayi Madrasa (Islamic Seminary) teachers who were demanding job nationalization, in which six people were injured, r Read more... On January 26, in front of Shahbagh Police Station in Dhaka, Police fired sound grenades and water cannons during a clash between Ebtedayi Madrasa (Islamic Seminary) teachers who were demanding job nationalization, in which six people were injured, reports prothomalo.com. Ebtedayi Madrasa Teachers' Union took a stand with a six-point demand, including an announcement to nationalize independent Ebtedayi madrasas like primary schools, in light of the recommendations of the Dhaka University Institute of Education and Research. Read less... |
| January - 26 | On January 26, an explosion occurred in the Shahr-e Naw area in downtown Kabul City of Kabul Province, reports Amu TV. Hitherto, no details about the blast type have been reported, and the Taliban have not commented on the incident. Read more... On January 26, an explosion occurred in the Shahr-e Naw area in downtown Kabul City of Kabul Province, reports Amu TV. Hitherto, no details about the blast type have been reported, and the Taliban have not commented on the incident. Read less... |
| January - 26 | On January 26, Habib Ghafran, spokesperson for Taliban’s Ministry of Information and Culture announced that media outlets operating in Afghanistan must comply with the group’s policies, Islamic rulings, and Afghan cultural values, reports Afghanistan Read more... On January 26, Habib Ghafran, spokesperson for Taliban’s Ministry of Information and Culture announced that media outlets operating in Afghanistan must comply with the group’s policies, Islamic rulings, and Afghan cultural values, reports Afghanistan International. The ministry said that any media organisations failing to meet these three principles would be suspended and not allowed to continue operations. Read less... |
| January - 26 | On January 26, in an unspecified location, Taliban flogged two men and a woman on charges of illicit relationships, in Nangarhar Province, as confirmed by the Taliban Supreme Court, reports kabulnow.com. Each of the individuals received 39 lashes in Read more... On January 26, in an unspecified location, Taliban flogged two men and a woman on charges of illicit relationships, in Nangarhar Province, as confirmed by the Taliban Supreme Court, reports kabulnow.com. Each of the individuals received 39 lashes in front of local Taliban authorities and provincial residents. Read less... |
| January - 26 | On January 26, United States (US) Secretary of State, Marco Rubio called for 'very big' bounties on top Taliban leaders over the hostage crisis, reports Afghan Analyst on January 26. He stated, "Just hearing the Taliban is holding more American hosta Read more... On January 26, United States (US) Secretary of State, Marco Rubio called for 'very big' bounties on top Taliban leaders over the hostage crisis, reports Afghan Analyst on January 26. He stated, "Just hearing the Taliban is holding more American hostages than has been reported. If this is true, we will have to immediately place a VERY BIG bounty on their top leaders, maybe even bigger than the one we had on Bin Laden." Read less... |
| January - 27 | An ‘area commander’ of Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), who was carrying a INR 200,000 bounty on his head, was arrested from a forest area near Semariyatand village in Latehar Read more... An ‘area commander’ of Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), who was carrying a INR 200,000 bounty on his head, was arrested from a forest area near Semariyatand village in Latehar District of Jharkhand on January 27, reports newsdrum.in. “Based on a tip-off, the police arrested him from Semariyatand village. A loaded country-made pistol and four live cartridges were recovered from his possession,” Superintendent of Police (SP) Kumar Gaurav said. The Maoist has several cases registered against him in the Latehar, Balumath, and Chhipadohar Police Stations, the SP added. Read less... |
| January - 27 | As per documents maintained by the Chhattisgarh Police, the number of alive and active Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘politburo’ members has depleted to barely four: ‘general secretary’ Namballa Keshava Rao alias Basavaraju (67), Mupal Read more... As per documents maintained by the Chhattisgarh Police, the number of alive and active Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) ‘politburo’ members has depleted to barely four: ‘general secretary’ Namballa Keshava Rao alias Basavaraju (67), Mupalla Laxman Rao alias Ganapathy (75), Mallajula Venugopal Rao alias Sonu (62), and Misir Besra (64), from 16 in 2004, on account of killings, arrests, surrenders, and deaths due to illnesses, reports The Times of India on January 27. The other key decision-making body of the CPI-Maoist, the ‘central committee (CC),’ now comprises no more than 11-12 active members, down from 32, as per Chhattisgarh Police documents. Apart from the four ‘politburo’ members who are also members of the ‘CC’ members, the documents mention Thippari Tirupathi alias Devji (64); Kadari Satyanarayana Reddy alias Kosa (72); Ganesh Uike (60); and Pullari Prasad Rao alias Chandranna (60) as its active and alive members. Patiram Manjhi alias Anil da, believed to be in hiding in Jharkhand, Modem Balakrishna, and Gajarla Ravi, all ‘CC’ members, somehow do not figure in the Chhattisgarh Police's list of "active/alive" top Maoist leaders. The second-rung leadership largely comprises members high on guerrilla tactics and mostly hailing from Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, but low on ideological thought. Read less... |
| January - 27 | Following a habeas corpus petition, the Telangana High Court has directed the State's Director General of Police (DGP) to immediately track down Chandan Misra, a member of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), and his wife, Rapaka Swathy, Read more... Following a habeas corpus petition, the Telangana High Court has directed the State's Director General of Police (DGP) to immediately track down Chandan Misra, a member of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), and his wife, Rapaka Swathy, and produce them before a jurisdictional magistrate by 10:30 AM [IST] on January 27 (today), reports The Times of India on January 27. The couple was allegedly detained by men in plain clothes claiming to be police from their Jagathgurigutta residence in Hyderabad late on Friday [January 24] night, the petition stated. Filed by Professor Gaddam Laxman, president of the Civil Liberties Committee, it claimed that Swathy is a housewife and not a Maoist. Professor Laxman also raised fear over Misra being killed in an encounter. "More than 24 hours have passed after they were taken away by the police. Since then, they have been incommunicado. Swathy could not even be contacted on mobile either," said Laxman's counsel, D. Suresh Kumar. Read less... |
| January - 27 | Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister (CM) in charge of Home (Police), Prestone Tynsong warned the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) that the door for peace talks with the state government will not always remain open, India TodayNE reports on Read more... Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister (CM) in charge of Home (Police), Prestone Tynsong warned the Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) that the door for peace talks with the state government will not always remain open, India TodayNE reports on January 27. The statement comes in response to the Meghalaya government's repeated appeals urging the outfit to engage in peace talks. Tynsong reiterated that the doors are still open, further stating that the appeal for peace talks are being made by the Central government as well. Further, he warned that the appeal for peace talks might soon cease, stating that the HNLC must therefore engage in talks. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Indonesia Coast Guard (Badan Keamanan Laut Republik Indonesia - BAKAMLA) renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Maritime Safety and Security Cooperation for another three years during the 2n Read more... On January 27, Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Indonesia Coast Guard (Badan Keamanan Laut Republik Indonesia - BAKAMLA) renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Maritime Safety and Security Cooperation for another three years during the 2nd High-Level Meeting (HLM) in Coast Guard Headquarters, New Delhi, reports pib.gov.in. The meeting was led by Director General ICG General Paramesh Sivamani and BAKAMLA Chief Vice Admiral Irvansyah with an eight-member delegation, who under the MoU provisions are on an official visit to India from January 24-28, 2025. The discussions were centered on bolstering operational collaboration in areas like Maritime Search and Rescue, Pollution Response, and Maritime Law Enforcement. They emphasised on sharing best practices and maintaining professional exchanges to enhance the safety and resilience of the Indo-Pacific region. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Manipur Police arrested one active cadre of Kangleipak Communist Party - Miyamgi Fingang Lanmi (KCP-MFL) identified as Samom Davidson Meitei alias Loya (32) from Thongju Pechulampak Pukhri under Singjamei Police Station in Imphal West Read more... On January 27, Manipur Police arrested one active cadre of Kangleipak Communist Party - Miyamgi Fingang Lanmi (KCP-MFL) identified as Samom Davidson Meitei alias Loya (32) from Thongju Pechulampak Pukhri under Singjamei Police Station in Imphal West District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. He was involved in extortion activities from shops located in and around Singjamei/Thongju area. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Ministry of Defence (MoD) issued a statement that Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy met with Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy to deepen maritime cooperation and strengthen Read more... On January 27, Ministry of Defence (MoD) issued a statement that Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy met with Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy to deepen maritime cooperation and strengthen ties between the two-close maritime neighbours, reports pib.gov.in. Admiral Muhammad Ali is on an official visit to India as part of the high-level delegation accompanying Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, the Chief Guest for the Republic Day Parade 2025. During the meet between two Naval officials, key areas such as advancing joint initiatives like Exercise Samudra Shakti, strengthening operational collaboration, and addressing shared maritime challenges, including piracy and other illegal activities at sea. The visit included engagements at maritime establishments such as the Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) and the Weapons and Electronics Systems and Engineering Establishment (WESEE), focusing on enhancing regional collaboration and maritime domain awareness. Adm Muhammad Ali also visited the BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) and exchanged ideas and insights on further strengthening bilateral cooperation in the area of defence and strategy. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Republic World reported that Pakistan-based terrorists are equipped with an offline version of the ‘Alpine Quest app’ to operate in remote parts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Originally it designed as a mapping and navigation tool for tr Read more... On January 27, Republic World reported that Pakistan-based terrorists are equipped with an offline version of the ‘Alpine Quest app’ to operate in remote parts of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Originally it designed as a mapping and navigation tool for trekkers, the app is being exploited by terrorists to navigate the region's difficult and rugged terrain, enabling them to avoid detection and enhance their movements across challenging landscapes. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, security forces (SFs) arrested one cadre of Kangleipak Communist Party- Taibangnganba (KCP-T) identified as Sapam Paikhomba Meitei (26) from Waithou-Thiyam IVR under Lilong Police Station in Thoubal District of Manipur, reports Manipur Read more... On January 27, security forces (SFs) arrested one cadre of Kangleipak Communist Party- Taibangnganba (KCP-T) identified as Sapam Paikhomba Meitei (26) from Waithou-Thiyam IVR under Lilong Police Station in Thoubal District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. Six 9 mm live rounds were recovered from his possession. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Security Forces (SFs) arrested two active cadres of Kangleipak Communist Party-People's War Group (KCP-PWG), identified as Laishram Rajesh Singh (39) and Laishram Tomba (19) from Morok Inkhol village under Sagolmang Police Station in I Read more... On January 27, Security Forces (SFs) arrested two active cadres of Kangleipak Communist Party-People's War Group (KCP-PWG), identified as Laishram Rajesh Singh (39) and Laishram Tomba (19) from Morok Inkhol village under Sagolmang Police Station in Imphal East District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. They were involved in extortion from general public, government officials and shops in different areas of Imphal. One 9 mm pistol with magazine and seven 9 mm live rounds were recovered from their possession. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that BSF troops recovered a 12-bore gun along with 11 cartridges in Momanpur village in Gurdaspur District of Punjab. Read more... On January 27, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that BSF troops recovered a 12-bore gun along with 11 cartridges in Momanpur village in Gurdaspur District of Punjab. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that its troops recovered a Glock pistol with a magazine, wrapped in yellow tape and attached to a hook, in Chote Bahadurke village of Ferozepur District of Punjab. The recovery indicated it Read more... On January 27, the Border Security Force (BSF) stated on X that its troops recovered a Glock pistol with a magazine, wrapped in yellow tape and attached to a hook, in Chote Bahadurke village of Ferozepur District of Punjab. The recovery indicated it was dropped by a Pakistani drone. Read less... |
| January - 27 January - 30 | On January 27-30, 24 militants were killed during a gunfight which took place between Manipur based insurgent outfits including People’s Liberation Army (PLA)/ Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL)/ United National Liberation Front – Koireng (UNLF-K) and th Read more... On January 27-30, 24 militants were killed during a gunfight which took place between Manipur based insurgent outfits including People’s Liberation Army (PLA)/ Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL)/ United National Liberation Front – Koireng (UNLF-K) and the Peoples Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) with Myanmar based outfit Kuki National Army-Burma (KNA-B) in an area of Yaingoupk/Wangli village Border Pillar number 87 in Kamjong District of Manipur near the Indo-Myanmar border, reports E-Pao and Northeast Now. 19 KNA-B militants, two unidentified cadres of PLA/KYKL, a cadre of PLA identified as self-styled ‘captain’ Henthoiba alias Salam Nganba Meitei (28) one militant of UNLF/ Manipur People's Army (MPA) identified as ‘captain’ Chirom Chiromcha alias Robindro and one KYKL/ Meeyamgi Yawol Lanmee (MYL) cadre identified as Pvt. Moirangthem Sushil alias Athouba (21) were killed during the gunfight. Four PLA/KYKL militants also sustained injuries, The Sangai Express adds. Reports stated that KNA-B militants launched a coordinated attack on a suspected group of PLA and KYKL militants. The attack was carried out from three different directions, prompting an immediate and intense retaliation from the target group. 14 arms and ammunition were recovered from the spot. Read less... |
| January - 27 | The ‘supremo’ of Jharkhand Sangharsh Mukti Morcha (JSMM), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was lynched, and two other cadres were injured after being allegedly beaten up by villagers in Bari village under the Chan Read more... The ‘supremo’ of Jharkhand Sangharsh Mukti Morcha (JSMM), a splinter group of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was lynched, and two other cadres were injured after being allegedly beaten up by villagers in Bari village under the Chandwa Police Station limits in Latehar District of Jharkhand on January 27, reports Telangana Today. A clash broke out between the cadres of the proscribed outfit JSMM and the locals over extortion, Police said. Superintendent of Police (SP) Kumar Gaurav said, “Seven members of the group went to a brick kiln in the village for extortion, following which the clash broke out. Kishore alias Abhay Nayak, the supremo of JSMM, and two members were beaten up, while four others managed to escape from the spot. Nayak succumbed to his injuries in Chandwa hospital, and the injured members of the group are undergoing treatment at the health facility.” Kishore had several criminal records and had earlier gone to jail, the officer added. The identity of the other two cadres is yet to be ascertained. Read less... |
| January - 27 | A Frontier Constabulary (FCB) personnel was killed and four other personnel sustained injuries when the FCB checkpost in Baran Dam of Bannu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa came under attack in the night of January 27, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... A Frontier Constabulary (FCB) personnel was killed and four other personnel sustained injuries when the FCB checkpost in Baran Dam of Bannu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa came under attack in the night of January 27, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 27 | Five terrorists, including two suicide bombers and two soldiers were killed during clash when Security Forces (SFs) foiled an attempt by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorists to infiltrate the Frontier Corps (FC) fort in the Gulistan area of Qi Read more... Five terrorists, including two suicide bombers and two soldiers were killed during clash when Security Forces (SFs) foiled an attempt by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorists to infiltrate the Frontier Corps (FC) fort in the Gulistan area of Qila Abdullah District in Balochistan late in the night of January 27, reports Dawn. A statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said terrorists attempted to attack a checkpost of the SFs. “The attempt to enter the post was effectively thwarted by own troops,” the ISPR said, adding that this forced the terrorists to ram an explosive-laden vehicle into the post’s boundary. It added that five terrorists, including two suicide bombers, were killed in the ensuing exchange of fire. The killed soldiers were identified as Naik Tahir Khan (39) and Lance Naik Tahir Iqbal (26). The TTP’s encrypted communication channels revealed the identity of suicide bomber at the Gulistan FC camp. He was identified as Muhammad, a resident of Swat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, who was known locally as a doctor. Read less... |
| January - 27 | Three people including a Policeman were killed when unidentified assailants opened fire on them in Bara area of Khyber District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 27, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... Three people including a Policeman were killed when unidentified assailants opened fire on them in Bara area of Khyber District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 27, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 27 | Three terrorists were killed while nine other terrorists sustained injuries when Security Forces (SFs) conducted an intelligence based operation (IBO) on reported presence of terrorists in Jani Khel area of Bannu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Jan Read more... Three terrorists were killed while nine other terrorists sustained injuries when Security Forces (SFs) conducted an intelligence based operation (IBO) on reported presence of terrorists in Jani Khel area of Bannu District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 27, reports ARY News. “During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged khwarij location, as a result of which, three khwarij were sent to hell, while nine khwarij got injured,” the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said adding that “sanitisation operation is being conducted to eliminate any other Khwarji found in the area, as security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism from the country.” Read less... |
| January - 27 | Two terrorists were killed when Security Forces (SFs) foiled an attempt by unidentified terrorists to infiltrate the Frontier Corps (FC) fort in the Gulistan area of Kila Abdullah District in Balochistan in the night of January 27, reports Dawn. Acco Read more... Two terrorists were killed when Security Forces (SFs) foiled an attempt by unidentified terrorists to infiltrate the Frontier Corps (FC) fort in the Gulistan area of Kila Abdullah District in Balochistan in the night of January 27, reports Dawn. According to officials, a group of unidentified terrorists launched an attack on the FC fort, which serves as its headquarters in Gulistan, located along the Quetta-Chaman national highway, and opened fire and threw grenades at the local population. However, SFs immediately retaliated and returned fire. A heavy exchange of gunfire ensued between the terrorists and the SFs. “Security forces killed two terrorists who were attempting to damage the premises of the FC fort,” an official said, adding that the attackers wanted to create unrest in the area, but their efforts were thwarted due to the prompt response of the SFs. Read less... |
| January - 27 | Two tribal elders from South Waziristan were gunned down in two separate incidents in Dera Ismail Khan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 27, reports The Khorasan Diary. One of them was a member of the Wazir tribes Grand jirga, Khair Muhammad, Read more... Two tribal elders from South Waziristan were gunned down in two separate incidents in Dera Ismail Khan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 27, reports The Khorasan Diary. One of them was a member of the Wazir tribes Grand jirga, Khair Muhammad, while the other was identified as Malik Sangeen, said Police. Read less... |
| January - 27 | Unidentified terrorists opened fire on a convoy of oil tankers in Bagan area of Kurram District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 27 to disrupt the supply of diesel and petrol, reports Dawn. However, no damage was reported, with oil carriers successfu Read more... Unidentified terrorists opened fire on a convoy of oil tankers in Bagan area of Kurram District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 27 to disrupt the supply of diesel and petrol, reports Dawn. However, no damage was reported, with oil carriers successfully reaching Alizai area afterward. “When our tankers reached Bagan Bazaar under Police and Security Forces escort, the miscreants opened heavy fire from the nearby Talu Kunj area. However, we, despite the gun attack, safely transported tankers to Kurram,” driver Mohammad Qambar told Dawn. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Army arrested two cadres of Kuki Chin National Front (KCNF), identified as Bhan Mun Lam Bom (42) and Philip Khiang (36), in a raid at Keplongpara area of Ruma Upazila (Sub-District) in Bandarban District of Chittagong Division, reports Read more... On January 27, Army arrested two cadres of Kuki Chin National Front (KCNF), identified as Bhan Mun Lam Bom (42) and Philip Khiang (36), in a raid at Keplongpara area of Ruma Upazila (Sub-District) in Bandarban District of Chittagong Division, reports Prothom Alo. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed the incident. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh Saida Shinichi met with Foreign Affairs Adviser Mohammed Touhid Hossain at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at Dhaka and expressed his commitment to stand firmly by the Interim Government to support the Read more... On January 27, Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh Saida Shinichi met with Foreign Affairs Adviser Mohammed Touhid Hossain at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at Dhaka and expressed his commitment to stand firmly by the Interim Government to support their reform efforts and to further strengthen bilateral relations in broad areas under the “Strategic Partnership”, reports Dhaka Tribune. Shinichi told Hossain about the Japanese decision to provide five patrol vessels to Bangladesh for coastal area patrolling and their readiness to sign an agreement with the government to provide equipment on air pollution monitoring in Bangladesh. Hossain thanked Japan’s continued efforts towards a durable solution for the safe, sustainable, and dignified return of Rohingyas to the Rakhine State of Myanmar. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Mohammad Rafiqul Alam, Spokeperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said that the Interim Government continued efforts to send back Rohingya to Myanmar without any progress, with the number of the displaced people sheltered in Read more... On January 27, Mohammad Rafiqul Alam, Spokeperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said that the Interim Government continued efforts to send back Rohingya to Myanmar without any progress, with the number of the displaced people sheltered in Bangladesh camps now standing at 1.3 million, reports Bangi News. Rafiqul said that the number of Rohingyas sheltered in Bangladesh camps now rose to 1.3 million with average new-births of 30,000 every year after the 2017 exodus of Rohingya people amid a military crackdown on the persecuted community in the Rakhine state of Myanmar. Out of the total number of Rohingya people sheltered in Bangladesh camps, 10,05,520 are registered, he added. Read less... |
| January - 27 | Abbas Stanekzai, the Taliban's deputy foreign minister, left Afghanistan after supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada issued an exit ban and arrest warrant against him, reports Afghanistan International on January 27. Sources said that after Stanekzai Read more... Abbas Stanekzai, the Taliban's deputy foreign minister, left Afghanistan after supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada issued an exit ban and arrest warrant against him, reports Afghanistan International on January 27. Sources said that after Stanekzai criticized Akhundzada for banning girls' education, the Taliban leader ordered Abdul Haq Wasiq to arrest him and ban him from leaving. Wasiq then contacted Defence Minister Yaqoob Mujahid, a key supporter of Stanekzai, who asked him to leave Afghanistan after learning of the decision. Earlier, on January 18, at a religious school graduation in Khost Province, Stanekzai had said the Taliban are "acting against Sharia" and have ignored the rights of 20 million women in Afghanistan. Read less... |
| January - 27 | Eight civilians were detained and killed by the Taliban in separate incidents across Afghanistan, reports Amu TV on January 27. They were killed on charges of collaborating with armed opposition groups. Among the victims were Noor Rahman and Syed Akb Read more... Eight civilians were detained and killed by the Taliban in separate incidents across Afghanistan, reports Amu TV on January 27. They were killed on charges of collaborating with armed opposition groups. Among the victims were Noor Rahman and Syed Akbar, detained in Syed Khel District of Parwan Province, and Abdul Hakim, detained in Kabul City of Kabul Province. Sources said that five others were also detained and executed in a similar manner by the Taliban at some undisclosed location in the country. Read less... |
| January - 27 | National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that on January 27, they targeted Taliban fighters, killing a ‘commander’, and injuring three accomplices, in the 10th Police District (PD) in Shahr-e-Naw area in Kabul City of Kabul Province. Additional Read more... National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that on January 27, they targeted Taliban fighters, killing a ‘commander’, and injuring three accomplices, in the 10th Police District (PD) in Shahr-e-Naw area in Kabul City of Kabul Province. Additionally, a Taliban vehicle was destroyed. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Amu TV reported that Pakistan released 104 Afghan migrants from its prisons over the past week. Earlier, on January 20, the Minister of Refugees and Repatriations had announced the release of 38 Afghans held at Pakistan's Haji Camp for Read more... On January 27, Amu TV reported that Pakistan released 104 Afghan migrants from its prisons over the past week. Earlier, on January 20, the Minister of Refugees and Repatriations had announced the release of 38 Afghans held at Pakistan's Haji Camp for over four days. According to the ministry, another 66 Afghan nationals (migrants) were freed after being detained for up to a month for not having legal documents on January 24. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly confirmed the release of David Lavery, who the Taliban abducted in Kabul in November 2024, reports Afghanistan Analyst on X. She said, “I just spoke to David Lavery as he arrived in Qatar from Afg Read more... On January 27, Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly confirmed the release of David Lavery, who the Taliban abducted in Kabul in November 2024, reports Afghanistan Analyst on X. She said, “I just spoke to David Lavery as he arrived in Qatar from Afghanistan. His spirits are good.” Also, she expressed her gratitude to her Qatari counterpart, @MBA_AlThani_ (Prime Minister & Minister of Foreign Affairs), for facilitating and mediating with the Taliban to secure Lavery’s release. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Mohammad Nabi Omari, the Taliban’s Deputy Minister of Interior, was moved to tears while speaking about the group’s strict restrictions on girls’ education, imposed by Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, reports afintl.com. In a vide Read more... On January 27, Mohammad Nabi Omari, the Taliban’s Deputy Minister of Interior, was moved to tears while speaking about the group’s strict restrictions on girls’ education, imposed by Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, reports afintl.com. In a video, Omari is seen breaking down during a speech on the closure of girls’ schools. He urged for their reopening, stating, “All I know is that even if [girls’ education] is not a religious obligation or tradition, it is at least permissible.” During his address, Omari pleaded: “May God guide us. Religious studies are allowed, so modern sciences should also be permitted.” He warned that the Taliban’s extreme policies could result in future generations being “Muslim in name only.” Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Taliban barred graduates of Uzbek and Turkmen language and literature programs from taking part in competitive government hiring exams in Faryab Province, amu.tv. Taliban officials in the provincial examination committee refused to all Read more... On January 27, Taliban barred graduates of Uzbek and Turkmen language and literature programs from taking part in competitive government hiring exams in Faryab Province, amu.tv. Taliban officials in the provincial examination committee refused to allow them to participate. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, Taliban detained Nik Mohammad Hakimi, a former municipal employee in Taloqan, the Capital City of Takhar Province, for the second time, reports Amu TV. Hakimi, brother of Noor Mohammad Hakimi, Takhar’s former police chief under the pre Read more... On January 27, Taliban detained Nik Mohammad Hakimi, a former municipal employee in Taloqan, the Capital City of Takhar Province, for the second time, reports Amu TV. Hakimi, brother of Noor Mohammad Hakimi, Takhar’s former police chief under the previous government, was detained by the Taliban for two months on charges of collaborating with the National Resistance Front (NRF). He was released three weeks ago before being re-detained. Read less... |
| January - 27 | On January 27, the Afghanistan Journalists Center (AFJC) called for the immediate and unconditional release of Sayed Rahim Saeedi, a journalist, media producer, and manager of the YouTube channel “Anar,” who was sentenced to three years in prison by Read more... On January 27, the Afghanistan Journalists Center (AFJC) called for the immediate and unconditional release of Sayed Rahim Saeedi, a journalist, media producer, and manager of the YouTube channel “Anar,” who was sentenced to three years in prison by the Taliban for suspected “propaganda” against them, reports Amu TV. AFJC stated, “We demand the immediate and unconditional release of Sayed Rahim Saeedi…The authorities must respect journalists’ rights and allow media professionals to work freely, without fear of arrest, in accordance with the country’s media laws.” Saeedi was arrested in July 2024 alongside two colleagues, who were later released. Read less... |
| January - 27 | Taliban's ambassador to Qatar, Suhail Shaheen called on the new US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to withdraw the warning about more rewards on Taliban leaders, reports Afghanistan International on January 27. Suhail stated, "Everyone should learn fr Read more... Taliban's ambassador to Qatar, Suhail Shaheen called on the new US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to withdraw the warning about more rewards on Taliban leaders, reports Afghanistan International on January 27. Suhail stated, "Everyone should learn from the jihad of the Afghan nation in the face of pressure and aggression in recent decades." The warning followed the US Secretary of State's announcement that he would offer a larger reward for Taliban leaders if reports of them holding more American citizens than those set for Osama bin Laden are true. Further, Suhail said that the policy of the Taliban government is to resolve issues peacefully through dialogue. Read less... |
| January - 27 | Taliban's Ministry of Foreign Affairs appointed Naeem Wardak as the ministry's deputy for financial and administrative based on the order of the group's leader, and has officially started his work, reports Afghanistan International January 27. Earli Read more... Taliban's Ministry of Foreign Affairs appointed Naeem Wardak as the ministry's deputy for financial and administrative based on the order of the group's leader, and has officially started his work, reports Afghanistan International January 27. Earlier, Taliban sources said that Wardak, the head of the Taliban's embassy in Doha (Qatar), had been summoned to Kabul and replaced by Suhail Shaheen. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28 (today), National Investigation Agency (NIA) searched 16 locations in Tamil Nadu in a case related to Islamic State (IS) radicalisation and recruitment, filed in Tamil Nadu as an offshoot of the 2022 Coimbatore temple car bomb blast, re Read more... On January 28 (today), National Investigation Agency (NIA) searched 16 locations in Tamil Nadu in a case related to Islamic State (IS) radicalisation and recruitment, filed in Tamil Nadu as an offshoot of the 2022 Coimbatore temple car bomb blast, reports The Times of India. Earlier, NIA charged four accused identified as Jameel Basha, Mohammed Hussain, Irshath, and Syed Abdur Rahman under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). According to the NIA, IS follower Jamesha Mubeen drove a car with an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which exploded in front of the Kottai Sangameshwarar Temple in Eswaran Kovil Street at Ukkadam in Coimbatore on October 23, 2022. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, a 123-page report titled Public Inquiry Into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions, contradicted Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's claims of Indian agents' involvement in Khalistan Tiger Read more... On January 28, a 123-page report titled Public Inquiry Into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions, contradicted Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's claims of Indian agents' involvement in Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing, stating there was "no definitive link" to a foreign state, reports Hindustan Times. Earlier, a report had accused the Indian government of interfering in Canadian elections, a claim strongly refuted by India. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, National Investigation Agency (NIA) busted an Islamic State (IS) module by arresting an IS sympathiser, identified as Abdul Basith, for radicalising youths, from Chennai District in Tamil Nadu, reports The Times of India. Basith worked Read more... On January 28, National Investigation Agency (NIA) busted an Islamic State (IS) module by arresting an IS sympathiser, identified as Abdul Basith, for radicalising youths, from Chennai District in Tamil Nadu, reports The Times of India. Basith worked at an ambulance service in Purasawalkam in Chennai District, and the cops detained him for questioning. Police seized a pen drive, mobile phone, and documents from Basith’s residence. Preliminary investigation revealed that Basith ran a WhatsApp group and opened a few more social media accounts with restricted access to teenagers and youngsters to radicalise them. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, Police arrested Bagga Singh and Puskaran Singh - operatives of United States (US)-based terrorist Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passian and US-based drug smuggler Sarwan Bhola - from Amritsar District of Punjab for their involvement in t Read more... On January 28, Police arrested Bagga Singh and Puskaran Singh - operatives of United States (US)-based terrorist Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passian and US-based drug smuggler Sarwan Bhola - from Amritsar District of Punjab for their involvement in the hand grenade lobbing incident outside the Gumtala Police post in Amritsar on January 9, reports The Tribune. Police also recovered a hand grenade and two pistols along with ammunition. On January 9, a loud boom was heard outside the Gumtala Police post. At the time, Police had denied any explosion, claiming the sound was from a car radiator bursting. Following the incident, terrorist organisation Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) used social media to claim responsibility for the act. Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav stated that investigations revealed Bagga Singh is a relative of Sarwan Bhola, who is the brother of smuggler Ranjit Singh alias Cheeta, currently lodged in Bathinda jail in Bathinda District in a 532-kilogram heroin recovery case. Sarwan is also wanted in the heroin case and carries an INR 200,000 reward announced by the National Investigation Agency. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, Security Forces (SFs) arrested three active cadres of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) identified as Rishikanta Laishram alias Malemnganba (32), Poireiton Leitanthem alias Tokio (26) and Naorem Yohenba Singh alias Nongyai (26) and one ac Read more... On January 28, Security Forces (SFs) arrested three active cadres of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) identified as Rishikanta Laishram alias Malemnganba (32), Poireiton Leitanthem alias Tokio (26) and Naorem Yohenba Singh alias Nongyai (26) and one active cadre of United National Liberation Front-Koireng (UNLF-K) identified as Kh. Malemnganba Meitei alias Phoungakpa (27) from the area between Border Pillar-85 and Border Pillar-86 in Tengnoupal District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, Security Forces (SFs) launched a search operation at approximately two dozen places, mostly in the higher reaches and forest areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in various districts of Jammu Division of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), repor Read more... On January 28, Security Forces (SFs) launched a search operation at approximately two dozen places, mostly in the higher reaches and forest areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in various districts of Jammu Division of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. The operation is targeted against terrorists behind multiple attacks in 2024. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted multiple raids in Srinagar District and Sopore area of Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in connection with a terror-related case, reports Daily Excelsior. The searches targ Read more... On January 28, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted multiple raids in Srinagar District and Sopore area of Baramulla District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) in connection with a terror-related case, reports Daily Excelsior. The searches targeted the residences of three individuals: Javaid Ahmad Sheikh, A. R. Shalla, and Nisar Ahmad. Additionally, simultaneous raids were carried out at two locations in Srinagar, including a residential property and an office linked to a man from Sopore town. The investigation and searches are ongoing, with further details awaited. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at six locations in Srinagar, Badgam, and Sopore districts of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) in connection with a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT)-linked case involving the killing of non-locals A Read more... On January 28, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted searches at six locations in Srinagar, Badgam, and Sopore districts of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) in connection with a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT)-linked case involving the killing of non-locals Amritpal Singh and Rohit Masi on February 7, 2024, at Shalla Kadal in the Shaheed Ganj area of Srinagar, reports NIA. The agency had earlier charge-sheeted four accused in the case. NIA teams seized several incriminating materials from the residential premises of sympathisers, cadres, and overground workers (OGWs) of the proscribed terror outfit LeT and its offshoot, The Resistance Front (TRF). Earlier, SATP had reported this incident. Read less... |
| January - 28 | Search operations from Loilamkot to Nalon under Henglep Police Station in Churachandpur District of Manipur led to the recovery of six rocket improvised explosive device (IED) along with one launcher, one country-made mortar (Pompi), one 7.62 mm snip Read more... Search operations from Loilamkot to Nalon under Henglep Police Station in Churachandpur District of Manipur led to the recovery of six rocket improvised explosive device (IED) along with one launcher, one country-made mortar (Pompi), one 7.62 mm sniper round, one sniper magazine, nine tear smoke shells, one cart 38 mm riot control with rubber bullet, three IED shells, three helmets and three bullet-proof (BP) jackets with one fibre plate, reports Manipur Police on X on January 28. Read less... |
| January - 28 | Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres killed one “death squad” member Riaz, son of Niaz Ahmed, a resident of Meeri, at Bahman area of Turbat tehsil in Kech District of Balochistan on January 28, reports The Balochistan Post. BLA claimed responsibility Read more... Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres killed one “death squad” member Riaz, son of Niaz Ahmed, a resident of Meeri, at Bahman area of Turbat tehsil in Kech District of Balochistan on January 28, reports The Balochistan Post. BLA claimed responsibility for the attack. BLA ‘spokesperson’ Jeeyand Baloch described him as an operative of a “death squad” and claimed that the deceased, Riaz, was affiliated with the armed group of Kamran Umar, who was killed by BLA cadres in an operation in December 2024. This group has been accused of involvement in raids on homes, violations of personal privacy, and the enforced disappearances of local youth in collaboration with the Army. Read less... |
| January - 28 | Three Army soldiers were killed and four other soldiers sustained injuries when Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres launched an assault on a key military post in the Hazdah Khol area of Nushki District in Balochistan in the night of January 28, repor Read more... Three Army soldiers were killed and four other soldiers sustained injuries when Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres launched an assault on a key military post in the Hazdah Khol area of Nushki District in Balochistan in the night of January 28, reports The Balochistan Post. BLA claimed responsibility for the attack. In a statement issued to the media, BLA ‘spokesperson’ Jeeyand Baloch said the attack was carried out simultaneously from two directions using automatic weapons, rockets, and grenade launchers. “The firefight lasted for over half an hour, resulting in the death of three enemy personnel and injuries to at least four others”, Jeeyand Baloch stated. Read less... |
| January - 28 | Two Security Forces (SFs) personnel were injured when the Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres lunched an attack on a Coast Guard camp in Babbarshor area of Pasni tehsil (revenue unit) in Gwadar District of Balochistan on January 28, reports The Read more... Two Security Forces (SFs) personnel were injured when the Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres lunched an attack on a Coast Guard camp in Babbarshor area of Pasni tehsil (revenue unit) in Gwadar District of Balochistan on January 28, reports The Balochistan Post. The BLF claimed responsibility for the attack. According to BLF ‘spokesperson’ Major Gwahram Baloch, BLF cadres opened fire on Coast Guard personnel standing near the main gate at around 8:20 p.m. The statement claimed that the Coast Guard responded with heavy gunfire, but BLF cadres successfully withdrew using “urban guerrilla tactics.” Read less... |
| January - 28 | Two Security Forces (SFs) personnel were killed while another one sustained injuries when Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres attacked a military convoy in the Rodkan area of Kolwah tehsil in Awaran District of Balochistan at around 3:00 PM on Read more... Two Security Forces (SFs) personnel were killed while another one sustained injuries when Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres attacked a military convoy in the Rodkan area of Kolwah tehsil in Awaran District of Balochistan at around 3:00 PM on January 28, reports The Balochistan Post. The BLF claimed responsibility for the attack. In a statement issued on January 31, BLF ‘spokesperson’ Major Gwahram Baloch said that the convoy was escorting a medical team as part of what the Pakistani state calls a “Hearts and Minds Operation,” an initiative aimed at gaining local support. The BLF, however, described this effort as a counterinsurgency tactic under Pakistan’s “colonial policies.” “The state’s attempts to win the hearts and minds of the Baloch people have already failed, and even the army’s leadership is aware of this failure,” the spokesperson said. He added that, despite this, Pakistan continues to reinforce its “unsuccessful” counterinsurgency strategies, but “the defenders of Balochistan are ready to thwart every such conspiracy.” Read less... |
| January - 28 | Two soldiers were injured when their vehicle was targeted by an improvised explosive device (IED) in Ali Khel area of Bhittani sub-division in Lakki Marwat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 28, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... Two soldiers were injured when their vehicle was targeted by an improvised explosive device (IED) in Ali Khel area of Bhittani sub-division in Lakki Marwat District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 28, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 28 | Human Rights Watch (HRW) in a report released on January 28, recommended the abolition of the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) not only to prevent misuse for political purposes but also to ensure that the Security Forces (SFs) do not become a tool of rep Read more... Human Rights Watch (HRW) in a report released on January 28, recommended the abolition of the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) not only to prevent misuse for political purposes but also to ensure that the Security Forces (SFs) do not become a tool of repression for the next government, reports Prothom Alo. The report, titled 'After the Monsoon Revolution: A Roadmap to Lasting Security Sector Reform in Bangladesh', calls for the abolition of detention and laws used to suppress critics. Reforms should focus on ensuring the separation of powers and political neutrality in various institutions, including the public administration, police, military, and judiciary. To ensure reforms in Bangladesh, the report recommends that the interim government receive technical assistance, monitoring, and reporting from the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (UNHCHR) and UN human rights experts. The report said that charges have been filed against 140 journalists. The press accreditation of 160 journalists has been revoked and the bank accounts of many have been frozen. The report also criticised the International Criminal Tribunal (ICT) that it has been used in the past to conduct opaque trials. As of November, 2024, 80 people, including Sheikh Hasina, have been charged with crimes against humanity in this court. Regarding Sheikh Hasina's trial, Julia Bleckner (HRW researcher) said that it will not be easy to bring Sheikh Hasina back to the country while keeping the death penalty provision in the ICT. If Bangladesh elevates the ICT to international standards and abolishes the death penalty provision, it will be easier for international organizations to pressure India. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, Bangladesh National Party (BNP) Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi alleged that Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), has gained control over several Ministries and public institutions, raising the question of whether the Interim Government sh Read more... On January 28, Bangladesh National Party (BNP) Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi alleged that Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), has gained control over several Ministries and public institutions, raising the question of whether the Interim Government should be considered as supported by JeI, reports Dhaka Tribune. He said, "In many places and ministries, the influence of a particular political party has spread. Why is this happening? We heard that the Moyeenuddin-Fakhruddin government was army-backed, so should we say this (interim administration) is Jamaat-supported?" He alleged that officials affiliated with JeI are receiving promotions and benefits in various government offices and ministries, including the Education Ministry. “It seems a particular party has taken control of the Education and Health Ministries,” the BNP leader observed. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, Chief Advisor's Office (CAO) issued a statement that a report by Human Rights Watch (HRW) on the July-August mass uprising in 2024, claimed the former Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina "directly ordered the enforced disappearances and Read more... On January 28, Chief Advisor's Office (CAO) issued a statement that a report by Human Rights Watch (HRW) on the July-August mass uprising in 2024, claimed the former Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina "directly ordered the enforced disappearances and killings”, reports bdnews24. A statement issued by the CAO said an HRW delegation submitted the report after calling on Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus on January 28, 2025. According to the HRW report, "Officers involved in enforced disappearances told the agency that Sheikh and senior officers of her government had knowledge of incommunicado detentions, and that, in some cases, Hasina directly ordered enforced disappearances and killings." During the meeting with the Chief Advisor, the Agency’s Asia Director Elaine Pearson, said: “The security forces were ‘politicised’ during Sheikh Hasina's 2009-2024 rule, and they acted like they were ruling party cadres.” “These forces need systematic reforms,” she said. She added “Establishing rights was the core principle during the July-August Monsoon Revolution. Bangladesh's ‘ordinary people now realise the importance of human rights’ in every sphere of life.” In the meeting, Yunus also said that he had called for creating a safe zone for tens of thousands of displaced Rohingya refugees in their homeland in Rakhine, Myanmar. He hoped the United Nations (UN), the international communities, and the Arakan Army (AA), would guarantee security for the safe zone. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, Sajjad Hossain who is a follower of fugitive Sajjad Ali, a cadre of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), threatened to beat up Arifur Rahman, officer-in-charge (OC) of Bayezid Bostami Police Station in Chittagong District on Facebook Live, rep Read more... On January 28, Sajjad Hossain who is a follower of fugitive Sajjad Ali, a cadre of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), threatened to beat up Arifur Rahman, officer-in-charge (OC) of Bayezid Bostami Police Station in Chittagong District on Facebook Live, reports Prothom Alo. In the live broadcast, he warned that the OC would not be able to escape from his hands under any circumstances. The OC filed a general diary (GD) with the police station on January 28 as a complainant in this incident. There are 10 cases of murder, arms and extortion against Sajjad Hossain. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, three sound grenades and two rounds of teargas shells looted from a Police station on August 5, 2024, were recovered from a canal at Basila in Mohammadpur in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. Iftekhar Hasan, Off Read more... On January 28, three sound grenades and two rounds of teargas shells looted from a Police station on August 5, 2024, were recovered from a canal at Basila in Mohammadpur in Dhaka District of Dhaka Division, reports The Daily Star. Iftekhar Hasan, Officer-in-charge of Mohammadpur Police Station said that the grenades and tear shells were found deactivated at the bottom of a canal in Basila. Read less... |
| January - 28 | In a quarterly report, the United Nations (UN) said that 18 people, including 14 civilians, were killed and 61 others injured, including 55 civilians, in seven armed attacks and explosions across Afghanistan in the last quarter of 2024, reports Amu T Read more... In a quarterly report, the United Nations (UN) said that 18 people, including 14 civilians, were killed and 61 others injured, including 55 civilians, in seven armed attacks and explosions across Afghanistan in the last quarter of 2024, reports Amu TV on January 28. The UN said that on November 21, an Islamic State-Khorasan Province (IS-KP) attack on a Sufi shrine in Baghlan killed 11 people. In December, an explosion at Kabul’s Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation killed the Taliban refugee minister, three others, and injured four. Two National Resistance Front (NRF) attacks in Kabul and Takhar provinces killed one civilian and injured 11, including children. On November 3, a bombing in the Pul-e-Khumri District of Baghlan injured 18. Additionally, this report said that 64 people were killed or injured in the past three months by landmines left behind from previous conflicts. Read less... |
| January - 28 | Iran’s ambassador to Kabul (Afghanistan), Alireza Bekdeli said that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to Afghanistan does not mean recognition of the Taliban government, reports Afghanistan International on January 28. He said, "The issue of re Read more... Iran’s ambassador to Kabul (Afghanistan), Alireza Bekdeli said that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to Afghanistan does not mean recognition of the Taliban government, reports Afghanistan International on January 28. He said, "The issue of recognition of the Taliban regime is a different discussion that should be addressed in its place." Addressing Afghanistan's fragile situation, he added, "The economic problems caused by years of war and conflict have also affected the lives of Iranian citizens. We are trying to reduce the economic problems of these people." This reaction came after Araghchi met with the Taliban's prime minister, foreign and defence ministers, as well as a number of Afghan businessmen, during his one-day visit to Kabul on Sunday (January 26). Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Taliban’s Foreign Minister, said that discussions during the visit by Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, focused on a range of issues, including water rights, the repatriation of Afghan migrants, and streng Read more... On January 28, Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Taliban’s Foreign Minister, said that discussions during the visit by Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, focused on a range of issues, including water rights, the repatriation of Afghan migrants, and strengthening diplomatic ties between the two nations, reports amu.tv. Muttaqi highlighted that their talks emphasised political, economic, and transit relations, as well as the longstanding issue of water sharing and the gradual return of Afghan refugees from Iran. On the topic of water rights, Muttaqi stated that the Taliban view the residents of Nimroz in Afghanistan and Sistan and Baluchestan in Iran equally, suggesting no discrimination in water allocation. However, he attributed any reduced water flow to Iran as a result of drought, not policy interference. “We do not obstruct the water flow, but the ongoing drought has naturally limited availability,” he said. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, National Resistance Front of Afghanistan (NRF) stated on X that it rejects the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan's (UNAMA) recent claim of civilian harm during its operations, calling it baseless, biased, and sourced fro Read more... On January 28, National Resistance Front of Afghanistan (NRF) stated on X that it rejects the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan's (UNAMA) recent claim of civilian harm during its operations, calling it baseless, biased, and sourced from the Taliban. Further, the NRF stated that its targeted operations are aimed at enemies of Afghanistan involved in countless crimes, while ensuring civilian safety through a limited, precise, and conducted at specific times in non-congested areas. The Front considers itself the most committed entity to protecting the Afghan people. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, Taliban arrested two religious clerics, identified as Mahmood Hasan and Abdul Qadir Qanit, in Kabul city, for publicly criticizing Taliban’s Supreme Leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, for monopolizing power, report kabulnow.com. Mahmood Ha Read more... On January 28, Taliban arrested two religious clerics, identified as Mahmood Hasan and Abdul Qadir Qanit, in Kabul city, for publicly criticizing Taliban’s Supreme Leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, for monopolizing power, report kabulnow.com. Mahmood Hassan, originally from Panjshir Province, previously served as the head of Hajj and Religious Affairs in the province under the former government. Abdul Qadir Qanit, a native of Takhar Province, had been detained by Taliban intelligence agents once before for two days, according to the sources. Both had spoken out against Akhundzada’s concentration of power in Kandahar, where he resides, and had called for the formation of an inclusive government in Afghanistan. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, Taliban-run supreme court announced that a civilian (man) was flogged with 39 lashes on the accusation of moral corruption in the Chenartu area of Uruzgan Province, reports Amu TV. Additionally, he was sentenced to six months in prison Read more... On January 28, Taliban-run supreme court announced that a civilian (man) was flogged with 39 lashes on the accusation of moral corruption in the Chenartu area of Uruzgan Province, reports Amu TV. Additionally, he was sentenced to six months in prison. Read less... |
| January - 28 | On January 28, Taliban's supreme court announced that its primary court in Ali Abad District of Kunduz Province sentenced a civilian to one year in prison and ordered him to be flogged with 39 lashes, reports Afghanistan International. The court said Read more... On January 28, Taliban's supreme court announced that its primary court in Ali Abad District of Kunduz Province sentenced a civilian to one year in prison and ordered him to be flogged with 39 lashes, reports Afghanistan International. The court said that he was flogged for robbery. Read less... |
| January - 28 | Taliban-run supreme court announced on January 28, that a civilian (man) was flogged with 39 lashes and sentenced to six years in prison in the Khushamand area of Paktika Province, reports Afghanistan International. The charges were related to moral Read more... Taliban-run supreme court announced on January 28, that a civilian (man) was flogged with 39 lashes and sentenced to six years in prison in the Khushamand area of Paktika Province, reports Afghanistan International. The charges were related to moral corruption. Read less... |
| January - 29 | At least 29 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including seven women cadres, from the Kutul area, surrendered to Superintendent of Police (SP) Prabhat Kumar in Narayanpur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 29 Read more... At least 29 Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including seven women cadres, from the Kutul area, surrendered to Superintendent of Police (SP) Prabhat Kumar in Narayanpur District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 29, reports Devdiscourse. SP Kumar emphasized the impact of the government's anti-Naxal [Left Wing extremism, LWE] initiatives, highlighting that social change is evident due to such efforts. 'We are seeing a movement against Naxalism with successful operations and a visible social transformation in the Kutul area,' he said. He added that the Naxals' surrender was influenced by the prevailing development work. The identity of the surrendered Maoists is yet to be ascertained. Read less... |
| January - 29 | At least nine wanted Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, who had bounties on their heads, have surrendered before the Police in Sukma District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 29, reports etvbharat.com. All of them c Read more... At least nine wanted Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, who had bounties on their heads, have surrendered before the Police in Sukma District in the Bastar division of Chhattisgarh on January 29, reports etvbharat.com. All of them carried a cumulative INR 5.2 million reward, the Police said. The surrendered cadres were identified as Kalmu Mangdu, ‘Deputy Commander,’ Section 1 Company; Madavi Budhri (Female) Member, Section 2 Company; Sameer alias Medium Sukka, Team ‘Commander,’ PLGA (People's Liberation Guerrilla Army) Battalion No. 01; Rajni alias Raje alias Bide Madavi (Female) Member, Battalion HQ Platoon Section A; Shanti Kawasi (Female) Member, Battalion No. 01; Madkam Somdi (Female) Member, in the 'People's Party Committee Member (PPCM)' Platoon No. 08; all of them carrying INR 800,000 each; and Nuppo Narsi (Female) Member, Pamed LOS (Local Organising Squad) Party, carrying INR 200,000, and Madkam Hidme (Female) Member, South Bastar Division Agri Team, and Nuppo Hungi (Female) Krantikari Adivasi Mahila Sanghatan (KAMS) ‘President,’ in the Surpanguda RPC (Revolutionary People’s Committee), carrying INR 100,000 each. Read less... |
| January - 29 | Madhuban Police arrested Rampravesh Baitha alias Satish ji, a most wanted and a member of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) organization's Bihar, Jharkhand, and North Chhattisgarh Special Area Committee, who was the mastermind of Madhu Read more... Madhuban Police arrested Rampravesh Baitha alias Satish ji, a most wanted and a member of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) organization's Bihar, Jharkhand, and North Chhattisgarh Special Area Committee, who was the mastermind of Madhuban ‘Operation Dhamaka,’ from his house in Kaudiya village under Madhuban Police Station limits in East Champaran District on January 29, reports livehindustan.com. Station House Officer (SHO) Sanjeev Maur said that there are about 24 cases registered against him in other Police Stations including case number 211/13 in Saraiya Police Station of Muzaffarpur, 90/13 in Deoria, 91/14, 94/14 in Shivhar, 41/2006 in Jagdahan, and six cases in Madhuban Police Station. He was absconding in all the cases. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, a National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah militant identified as Jamthang Vaiphei (60) was killed by suspected cadres of Kuki National Army-Burma (KNA-B) in Moreh in Tengnoupal District of Manipur, reports The Sangai Expre Read more... On January 29, a National Socialist Council of Nagaland - Isak-Muivah militant identified as Jamthang Vaiphei (60) was killed by suspected cadres of Kuki National Army-Burma (KNA-B) in Moreh in Tengnoupal District of Manipur, reports The Sangai Express. Sources stated that the incident reportedly occurred when suspected KNA-B cadres kidnapped the victim, Jamthang Vaiphei from Salampatong village, on January 25. The KNA-B militants reportedly demanded a ransom of INR 5,000,00 from his family for his release. However, as the ransom amount could not be provided, he was later killed. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, Assam Rifles in a joint operation with Mizoram Police arrested one person and recovered a cache of explosives in the Khankawn area in Champhai District of Mizoram, reports India TodayNE. 4,450 electric detonators were recovered during Read more... On January 29, Assam Rifles in a joint operation with Mizoram Police arrested one person and recovered a cache of explosives in the Khankawn area in Champhai District of Mizoram, reports India TodayNE. 4,450 electric detonators were recovered during the operation. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, Manipur Police arrested two active cadres of Revolutionary People's Front /People's Liberation Army (RPF/PLA) identified as Nepram Bothe Meitei (24) and Yengkhom Gyandas Singh alias Dinku alias Chaningkhomba (24) from Paona Bazar in Im Read more... On January 29, Manipur Police arrested two active cadres of Revolutionary People's Front /People's Liberation Army (RPF/PLA) identified as Nepram Bothe Meitei (24) and Yengkhom Gyandas Singh alias Dinku alias Chaningkhomba (24) from Paona Bazar in Imphal West District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. They were involved in extortion activities. One .32 pistol along with one magazine loaded with seven rounds of 7.65 ammunition was recovered from their possession. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, police conducted raids at 25 locations, including Nowshera, Thannamandi, Darhal, Koteranka, Budhal, Manjakot, and Chingus in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), and the house of Iftikhar Hussain and his brother Parvaz was also Read more... On January 29, police conducted raids at 25 locations, including Nowshera, Thannamandi, Darhal, Koteranka, Budhal, Manjakot, and Chingus in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), and the house of Iftikhar Hussain and his brother Parvaz was also raided in Tundi Tarar town in Rajouri, reports Daily Excelsior. Police recovered incriminating materials and important documents. Another brother of Hussain and Parvaz, identified as Asgar alias Billa alias Kaka, is a terrorist operating from across the Line of Control (LoC). “This case pertains to an active terrorist network, which, with the connivance of proscribed terrorist organizations like Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), has been working to activate Over Ground Workers (OGWs) in Jammu and Kashmir to initiate, organize, and execute terror-related activities,” the Police spokesperson said. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, Security Forces (SFs) arrested two active cadres of People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-Progressive (PREPAK-PRO) identified as Leishangthem Hemanta Singh alias Leishemba (41) and Kiyam Open Meitei alias Penthokpa (41) from Tenth Read more... On January 29, Security Forces (SFs) arrested two active cadres of People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak-Progressive (PREPAK-PRO) identified as Leishangthem Hemanta Singh alias Leishemba (41) and Kiyam Open Meitei alias Penthokpa (41) from Tentha under Khongjom Police Station in Thoubal District of Manipur, reports Manipur Police on X. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) issued proclamation notices on the houses of two senior Pakistan-based militant commanders, identified as Zaffar Hussain Bhat alias Khurshid Alam and Ghulam Nabi alias Amir Khan in Anantnag Distr Read more... On January 29, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) issued proclamation notices on the houses of two senior Pakistan-based militant commanders, identified as Zaffar Hussain Bhat alias Khurshid Alam and Ghulam Nabi alias Amir Khan in Anantnag District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. Both are wanted in many militant activities. In the notice, they have been asked to appear before the NIA court within 30 days of the issuance of the notice. Read less... |
| January - 29 | Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a woman, were killed by the Security Forces (SFs) in an encounter in Nachalda Forest near Tilaiyatola village under the Sonua Police Station limit in West Singhbhum District of Jharkh Read more... Two Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, including a woman, were killed by the Security Forces (SFs) in an encounter in Nachalda Forest near Tilaiyatola village under the Sonua Police Station limit in West Singhbhum District of Jharkhand on January 29, reports The Times of India. The slain Maoists have been identified as Sanjay Ganjhu alias Vinay Ganjhu alias Baria alias Bhukhan, a ‘zonal committee member (ZCM)’, and Hemanti Manjhiyain, an ‘area committee member (ACM)’. Two INSAS (Indian Small Arms System) assault rifles, nine INSAS magazines, 313 live bullets of 5.56 mm rifle, 28 detonators besides explosive materials, warm clothes, and kitchen items were recovered from the encounter site. Superintendent of Police (SP) Ashutosh Shekhar said, "Our forces conducted an operation based on inputs about the presence of a squad led by Maoist regional committee commander Amit Munda." Read less... |
| January - 29 | In an effort to placate Pakistan's growing anger, the interim Afghan Taliban Government has relocated some family members of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) from border regions to other parts of Afghanistan, The Express Tribune reported on Janua Read more... In an effort to placate Pakistan's growing anger, the interim Afghan Taliban Government has relocated some family members of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) from border regions to other parts of Afghanistan, The Express Tribune reported on January 29. An unnamed senior Pakistani official confirmed the development to The Express Tribune but emphasised the move was too little to address the country's long-standing concerns. It is believed that the latest move by the Taliban came after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) nudged the Kabul administration to address Pakistan's concerns over the terrorist hideouts. Taliban acting Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani along with the Taliban intelligence chief recently travelled to the UAE and held talks with UAE leadership. Prior to their trip, a Pakistani delegation reportedly also visited the Gulf country as part of efforts to address the issue of TTP. There was no official confirmation from either side about the development and potential role being played by the UAE to ease tensions between the two countries. However, the Pakistani official acknowledged the role of UAE as well as Qatar to broker some kind of path forward on the issue of TTP. The official said certain family members of the TTP, mostly women and children, were relocated from border areas of Pakistan to other areas of Afghanistan. According to some estimates, there are between 6000 to 8000 terrorists of TTP operating from Afghanistan. Besides another 20,000 family members who have taken refugees across the border. Read less... |
| January - 29 | Pakistan Foreign Office (FO) on January 29 said that the advanced weapons have been an issue of profound concern for the safety and security of Pakistan and its citizens, reports Geo News. "These weapons, left behind in the aftermath of the withdrawa Read more... Pakistan Foreign Office (FO) on January 29 said that the advanced weapons have been an issue of profound concern for the safety and security of Pakistan and its citizens, reports Geo News. "These weapons, left behind in the aftermath of the withdrawal of its troops in August 2021, have been used by terrorist organisations, including the TTP [Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan], to carry out terrorist attacks in Pakistan," FO spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan said in a statement. He noted that Pakistan has been "repeatedly calling upon the de facto authorities in Kabul to take all necessary measures to ensure that these weapons do not fall into the wrong hands". The FO statement came after the United States (US) President Donald Trump's pledge to take back military equipment left behind in Afghanistan during troop’s withdrawal in 2021. On the eve of his presidential inauguration, Trump at a public rally threatened Afghanistan to snap all the financial assistance if the nation does not return US aircraft, air-to-ground munitions, vehicles and communications equipment. "If we’re going to pay billions of dollars a year, tell them we’re not going to give them the money unless they give back our military equipment,” he said. According to a report by the US Department of Defence in 2022, the US left behind USD 7 billion worth of military equipment in Afghanistan which was quickly seized by Taliban fighters as they swept the country. The US forces tried to dismantle or destroy as much of their machinery as they could in the last weeks of their chaotic pull-out. However, huge amounts still fell to the Taliban in August 2021. However, Taliban reportedly refused to return any of the military equipment and urged the US to provide them with more advanced weapons to fight Daesh. Read less... |
| January - 29 | The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres attacked a Police checkpoint in Kathore area of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, on January 29, reports The Balochistan Post. Without mentioning exact number of casualties, the BLF said the Polic Read more... The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres attacked a Police checkpoint in Kathore area of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, on January 29, reports The Balochistan Post. Without mentioning exact number of casualties, the BLF said the Police checkpoint provides security for Bahria Town - a real estate project the BLF alleges was built on “forcibly occupied Baloch land.” The BLF claims “casualties among police personnel” resulted from the attack. Read less... |
| January - 29 | The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres launched A-1 shells at a military camp in Gomazi area of Tump tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 29, reports The Balochistan Post. The BLF also targeted another checkpoint wi Read more... The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) cadres launched A-1 shells at a military camp in Gomazi area of Tump tehsil (revenue unit) in Kech District of Balochistan on January 29, reports The Balochistan Post. The BLF also targeted another checkpoint with multiple A-1 shells in Asiabad area in the same night. Without mentioning exact number of casualties, the BLF claimed the attacks caused casualties and material damage. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) Director General (DG) Major General Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Siddiqui said that Bangladesh will not make any concessions on issues where it feels deprived in its dealings with India, reports The Daily Star. Read more... On January 29, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) Director General (DG) Major General Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Siddiqui said that Bangladesh will not make any concessions on issues where it feels deprived in its dealings with India, reports The Daily Star. He said, “We will not compromise on the matters where we believe we have been deprived”, on the upcoming border conference between BGB and India's Border Security Force (BSF) at the Home Ministry's conference room. He added that the Foreign Ministry has been asked to address the unfair agreements with India through diplomatic channels. "These issues will be resolved diplomatically, but from our side, there will be no concessions," he said. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, Rakibul Islam Rakib, the President and Nasir Uddin Nasir, General Secretary of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD), a student organisation affiliated with Bangladesh National Party (BNP) protested and condemned the publication by Islami Chh Read more... On January 29, Rakibul Islam Rakib, the President and Nasir Uddin Nasir, General Secretary of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD), a student organisation affiliated with Bangladesh National Party (BNP) protested and condemned the publication by Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS), which they claim defames freedom fighters and Bangladesh's independence, reports The Daily Star. According to JCD, the December issue of “Chhatra Songbad", released in observance of the Great Liberation War Victory Month, contained an article titled "Autocrats Through the Ages and Their Miserable Fate," written by Ahmed Afghani, which included highly objectionable content. The article said, "Many Muslims, without understanding, got involved in the Liberation War. This was their failure and shortsightedness. May Allah forgive them." "If Chhatra Shibir does not withdraw this disgraceful, anti-Liberation War statement from its official publication and apologise to the nation, questions will be raised about its loyalty to an independent Bangladesh, and it will lose its moral right to engage in political activities in the country," the statement released by the leaders of JCD added. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, the Bangladesh Navy's annual maritime exercise “Exercise Safe Guard” concluded with a successful missile launch in the Bay of Bengal, reports Prothom Alo. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that the maritime exercise was h Read more... On January 29, the Bangladesh Navy's annual maritime exercise “Exercise Safe Guard” concluded with a successful missile launch in the Bay of Bengal, reports Prothom Alo. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that the maritime exercise was held to protect the sovereignty and economic interests of Bangladesh's maritime borders and ensure coordination with the relevant maritime agencies in times of crisis. A significant number of ships including frigates, corvettes, OPVs, minesweepers, patrol craft, missile boats of the Bangladesh Navy, maritime patrol aircraft and helicopters of the Navy and specialized force squads participated directly in the exercise. In addition, the Bangladesh Army and Air Force, Coast Guard and relevant maritime agencies participated directly and indirectly in the exercise. ISPR said that the exercise was held in three phases to achieve professional excellence of the naval personnel. Its notable aspects include various naval tactical exercises, observation in the sea area, search and rescue operations, logistics operations, defense exercises of naval installations located in coastal areas, etc. Read less... |
| January - 29 | Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on X that on January 29, it launched an attack on a gathering of Taliban fighters and killed four Taliban and injured three others at the headquarters of the Police District (PD)1 in Kunduz city of Kunduz Pro Read more... Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on X that on January 29, it launched an attack on a gathering of Taliban fighters and killed four Taliban and injured three others at the headquarters of the Police District (PD)1 in Kunduz city of Kunduz Province. Read less... |
| January - 29 | Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on X that on January 29, its guerrilla fighters targeted a convoy of armored military vehicles belonging to Taliban, killing three Taliban fighters and wounding three others, in front of the entrance to their Read more... Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) announced on X that on January 29, its guerrilla fighters targeted a convoy of armored military vehicles belonging to Taliban, killing three Taliban fighters and wounding three others, in front of the entrance to their military base, known as the Lowa e- Shahin, closed to the Pol e- Sayad in between Parwan and Kapisa provinces. Read less... |
| January - 29 | Many Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants have been relocated along with their families in different areas of Kandahar Province, afintl.com reports on January 29. These areas include Karizgi, Kata Sang, Tanaucha, Qasim Kali, and Surkh Bid in Sh Read more... Many Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants have been relocated along with their families in different areas of Kandahar Province, afintl.com reports on January 29. These areas include Karizgi, Kata Sang, Tanaucha, Qasim Kali, and Surkh Bid in Shah Wali Kot District, which are more than 100 kilometres from the Pakistani border. Locals claim that the behaviour, dressing style, and language of these people is different from those of the indigenous people. Drivers on the Kandahar-Uruzgan highway also said that sometimes these unidentified armed individuals appear on the side of the highway. They block the road every week or every two weeks and take money from people. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, sources revealed that Taliban seized all electronic equipment from the Sadat-e Jadid Educational Institute (location not specified) in Daikundi Province and shut down its office in Lal wa Sarjangal District in Ghor Province, reports am Read more... On January 29, sources revealed that Taliban seized all electronic equipment from the Sadat-e Jadid Educational Institute (location not specified) in Daikundi Province and shut down its office in Lal wa Sarjangal District in Ghor Province, reports amu.tv. While Taliban released all detained employees of the institute, two senior officials, Sulaiman Ehsani, the provincial head in Bamyan Province, and Mohsen Saadat, the provincial head in Daikundi Province remain in custody. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, Suhail Shaheen, the Taliban’s Ambassador to Qatar, met with Jean Marin, the chargé d’affaires of the French Embassy for Afghanistan, to discuss bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and issues related to the radar system at Kabul’ Read more... On January 29, Suhail Shaheen, the Taliban’s Ambassador to Qatar, met with Jean Marin, the chargé d’affaires of the French Embassy for Afghanistan, to discuss bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and issues related to the radar system at Kabul’s airport, reports amu.tv. Location of the meeting is not specified. The two also discussed regional and global issues. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, Taliban’s Ministry of Finance said that its officials met to evaluate Afghanistan’s economic conditions as the country grapples with a weakening currency and rising food prices following the suspension of US aid, reports amu.tv. The me Read more... On January 29, Taliban’s Ministry of Finance said that its officials met to evaluate Afghanistan’s economic conditions as the country grapples with a weakening currency and rising food prices following the suspension of US aid, reports amu.tv. The meeting, led by Taliban Finance Minister Mohammad Nasir Akhund, addressed trade, humanitarian aid, currency stability, and the broader economic impact of foreign policy shifts. Read less... |
| January - 29 | On January 29, three individuals, including a woman, were flogged in sports stadium in an unspecified location of Panjshir Province on charges of illicit relationships and drug trafficking, reports kabulnow.com. The Taliban accused one of the men and Read more... On January 29, three individuals, including a woman, were flogged in sports stadium in an unspecified location of Panjshir Province on charges of illicit relationships and drug trafficking, reports kabulnow.com. The Taliban accused one of the men and the woman of engaging in an illicit relationship, while the other man was charged with drug trafficking. Read less... |
| January - 30 | A joint operation by the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Border Security Force (BSF) led to an encounter with armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh on January 30, reports Kalinga TV. The Read more... A joint operation by the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Border Security Force (BSF) led to an encounter with armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Kanker District of Chhattisgarh on January 30, reports Kalinga TV. The operation was launched after intelligence reports indicated the presence of Maoists from the North Bastar-Maar division in the Kanker-Narayanpur border area. However, no casualties have been reported from either side. Read less... |
| January - 30 | A new Police Station was inaugurated at Nelgunda in the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)-sensitive area of Bhamragad sub-division in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on January 30, marking a significant step in the development and safet Read more... A new Police Station was inaugurated at Nelgunda in the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist)-sensitive area of Bhamragad sub-division in Gadchiroli District of Maharashtra on January 30, marking a significant step in the development and safety of the area, reports mid-day.com. The station's establishment aims to strengthen security and promote overall development in the remote and inaccessible parts of the Gadchiroli District, which has long been affected by Maoist activity. Read less... |
| January - 30 | On January 30, a joint operation by Manipur Police and Security Forces (SFs) conducted in the foothills of Chairen Khunou hills under the Wangoo Police Station in the Kakching District of Manipur led to the recovery of an assault rifle, a 9 mm pistol Read more... On January 30, a joint operation by Manipur Police and Security Forces (SFs) conducted in the foothills of Chairen Khunou hills under the Wangoo Police Station in the Kakching District of Manipur led to the recovery of an assault rifle, a 9 mm pistol with an empty magazine, an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) five kg (approx.), and two.36 High Explosive (HE) grenades, a Smoke Shell, a Tear Smoke Grenade, one PEK (polyether ketone) Stick with fuse & detonator, one wire 3 meters (approx.), two .303 empty cases, a blank cartridge, a helmet, a bullet proof vest, and a pair of jungle boots, reports Northeast Now. Read less... |
| January - 30 | On January 30, a surrendered ULFA cadre, identified as Surajit Moran alias Koliya was arrested by security forces (SFs) on charges of extortion from Pengeree in Tinsukia District of Assam, reports India TodayNE. Reports stated that Moran had been all Read more... On January 30, a surrendered ULFA cadre, identified as Surajit Moran alias Koliya was arrested by security forces (SFs) on charges of extortion from Pengeree in Tinsukia District of Assam, reports India TodayNE. Reports stated that Moran had been allegedly extorting money from businessmen across various locations in Tinsukia District by invoking the name of ULFA-I. Read less... |
| January - 30 | On January 30, during an encounter with Punjab Police, four operatives of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), were arrested in Tarn Taran District of Punjab, reports The Statesman. The arrestees were identified as Robinjeet Singh alias Robin, Harpreet Read more... On January 30, during an encounter with Punjab Police, four operatives of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), were arrested in Tarn Taran District of Punjab, reports The Statesman. The arrestees were identified as Robinjeet Singh alias Robin, Harpreet Singh alias Happy, Navjot Singh alias Nav, and Jagdeep Singh alias Jagga. During the exchange of fire, Robin sustained a bullet injury. Police recovered two hand grenades, two .30 bore pistols, three magazines, and a Honda Civic (without a registration number plate) used in the commission of a crime. All four accused were operatives of Canada-based BKI terrorist Lakhbir Singh alias Landa, United States (US)-based Gurdev Singh alias Jaisal Chambhal, and Canada-based Satbir alias Satta Naushehra. Furthermore, Nav and Jagga were involved in a firing incident in village Heer in Gurdaspur District in December 2024, wherein they demanded extortion. Police said that during questioning, the arrested accused confessed that the seized hand grenades and weapons were supplied by Jaisal Chambhal through an unknown associate. They further revealed plans to target someone at the instance of Jaisal Chambhal and Satta Naushehra. Read less... |
| January - 30 | On January 30, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested two suspects, Dhanesh Ram Dhruw alias Guru Ji and Ramswarup Markam, identified as Overground Workers (OGWs) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), connected to an Improvise Read more... On January 30, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested two suspects, Dhanesh Ram Dhruw alias Guru Ji and Ramswarup Markam, identified as Overground Workers (OGWs) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), connected to an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) detonation during the Chhattisgarh Assembly election on November 17, 2023, reports Devdiscourse. The accused were key in providing logistical support for the attack that occurred in Badegobra village, Gariabandh District of Chhattisgarh, claiming the life of an Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) head constable. According to NIA's investigation, the attack was orchestrated by senior CPI-Maoist ‘central committee (CC)’ members, namely Ganesh Uikey, Manoj, and ‘special zonal committee member (SZCM)’ Satyam Gawade. The assault was seen as a direct response to the Maoists' call for a boycott of the state assembly elections. The group responsible for the blast, identified as Gobra Dalam (armed squad), executed the plan with backing from OGWs from Badegobra and Chhotegobra village. The Mainpur Police initially registered the case, which later moved to the NIA's jurisdiction in February 2024. December of the same year saw the NIA file charges against ten accused, though investigations remain ongoing. Read less... |
| January - 30 | On January 30, the Special Guwahati Court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Kamrup (Metro) District of Assam, sentenced two accused in the Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) case of Assam identified as Mufti Suleiman Ali and Imran Hossen alias Read more... On January 30, the Special Guwahati Court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Kamrup (Metro) District of Assam, sentenced two accused in the Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) case of Assam identified as Mufti Suleiman Ali and Imran Hossen alias Imran Hossain, reports NIA. The case was registered in March 2022 and relates to an ABT module active in Barpeta District of Assam headed by Bangladeshi national identified as Saiful Islam alias Haroon Rashid. Read less... |
| January - 30 | On January 30, while attempting to infiltrate from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), two militants associated with Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in a gunfight with the Indian Army along the Line of Control (LoC) in Khari karmara area i Read more... On January 30, while attempting to infiltrate from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), two militants associated with Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) were killed in a gunfight with the Indian Army along the Line of Control (LoC) in Khari karmara area in Poonch District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Indian Express. Police sources said three militants tried to cross into India; while two were killed in the gun battle, the third managed to escape back into PoJK. Read less... |
| January - 30 | Security Forces (SFs) arrested a man linked to the Pakistani terrorist outfit Khalifa, identified as Mohammed Zakriya, while attempting to travel to Sri Lanka from Chennai International Airport in Tirusalam in Chennai District of Tamil Nadu, reports Read more... Security Forces (SFs) arrested a man linked to the Pakistani terrorist outfit Khalifa, identified as Mohammed Zakriya, while attempting to travel to Sri Lanka from Chennai International Airport in Tirusalam in Chennai District of Tamil Nadu, reports The Commune on January 30. SFs recovered literature associated with Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) Pakistan from his possession. National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken him into custody for further investigation. Authorities believe that Zakriya is the Indian ‘head’ of the Khalifa terrorist outfit. His arrest comes in the wake of the recent death of Khalifa’s leader, following which he was reportedly traveling to Sri Lanka to attend a gathering meant to elect a new leader. He hails from Pakistan and has been residing in India for the past 25 years. He first settled in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, before moving to Hanamkonda and Warangal Districts in Telangana, where he has been living for the last 20 years. Zakriya is known to operate a food business in Warangal—Royal Bawarchi Biryani. He is said to have converted 10–12 individuals to the Khalifa and operated several businesses, including three to four biryani centers in Warangal and Hanamkonda. Read less... |
| January - 30 | Sodi Pojja alias Lalith, a leader of the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was arrested during a joint operation in the forest area near Cheruvu Gumpa village in Alluri Sitharama Raju Di Read more... Sodi Pojja alias Lalith, a leader of the Dandakaranya Special Zonal Committee (DKSZC) of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was arrested during a joint operation in the forest area near Cheruvu Gumpa village in Alluri Sitharama Raju District of Andhra Pradesh on January 30, where the accused was seen carrying explosive materials such as grenades and pamphlets, reports Deccan Chronicle. Sodi was involved in several encounters, and in one case, he sustained a bullet injury during a 2019 attack where two other Maoists named Deepak and Rathu were killed. He was also involved in the 2015 attack in Dubbamarka, where two Police personnel were killed. In 2017, he was involved in an exchange of fire that took place between Security Forces (SFs) and Maoists in the forest area between Musalimadugu and Istanuvagu under Gollapalli Police Station limits. The investigation revealed that following his injury in 2019, he received medical treatment at Sannu’s home, a Dandakaranya Kisan Majdoor Sangathan (DKMS), a Maoist front, committee member in Kolanur village, until March 2021. He was later reassigned to the Kishtaram area committee, where he remained active until his arrest. Read less... |
| January - 30 | A locally assembled bomb was recovered from under a bridge and defused by the bomb disposal squad (BDS) in the Gambela area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 30, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... A locally assembled bomb was recovered from under a bridge and defused by the bomb disposal squad (BDS) in the Gambela area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 30, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 30 | A Policeman, identified as Idrees, was shot dead by unidentified terrorists in the Ghaznikhel area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 30, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... A Policeman, identified as Idrees, was shot dead by unidentified terrorists in the Ghaznikhel area of Lakki Marwat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 30, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 30 | A Policeman, Mehboob Shah, was killed when unidentified assailants shot him dead in the early hours of January 30 as he was returning home from work in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, reports Dawn. According to Rabia Tariq, public rela Read more... A Policeman, Mehboob Shah, was killed when unidentified assailants shot him dead in the early hours of January 30 as he was returning home from work in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, reports Dawn. According to Rabia Tariq, public relations officer for the Balochistan Inspector General of Police, Mehboob Shah, was returning home via the Manu Jan Road when unidentified assailants gunned him down. “The suspects ambushed him in front of his house, opened fire on him and fled,” Tariq added. Read less... |
| January - 30 | At least three terrorists were killed during an intelligence based operation (IBO) in Dera Ismail District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 30, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... At least three terrorists were killed during an intelligence based operation (IBO) in Dera Ismail District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 30, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 30 | Seven terrorists and two Security Forces (SFs) personnel were killed during exchange of fire when unidentified terrorists ambushed a SFs’ convoy, which was going from Datta Khel camp to Ghundi post in North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa o Read more... Seven terrorists and two Security Forces (SFs) personnel were killed during exchange of fire when unidentified terrorists ambushed a SFs’ convoy, which was going from Datta Khel camp to Ghundi post in North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 30, reports Dawn. No official statement was issued by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) about the attack till the filing of this report. Read less... |
| January - 30 | Six terrorists and two Army personnel, including one Major, killed during crossfire between the terrorists and Security Forces (SFs) in Mir Ali area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 30, reports Dawn. A statement issued by Read more... Six terrorists and two Army personnel, including one Major, killed during crossfire between the terrorists and Security Forces (SFs) in Mir Ali area of North Waziristan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 30, reports Dawn. A statement issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said SFs conducted an intelligence-based operation in Mir Ali on the reported presence of terrorists in the area. The SFs “effectively engaged” the terrorists’ hideout and killed six of them during the crossfire. During the operation, Major Hamza Israr (29), a native of Rawalpindi District (Punjab) and Sepoy Muhammad Naeem (26), from Naseerabad District (Balochistan) were killed. Read less... |
| January - 30 | The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres on January 30 executed one Muhammad Shakir on the allegation of being an Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent in Pandran area of Kalat District in Balochistan, reports The Balochistan Post. The BLA claimed Read more... The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres on January 30 executed one Muhammad Shakir on the allegation of being an Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agent in Pandran area of Kalat District in Balochistan, reports The Balochistan Post. The BLA claimed responsibility for executing Muhammad Shakir. The BLA accused Shakir of infiltrating pro-independence circles, facilitating enforced disappearances, and spying on local residents for the Pakistani military. According to the statement, Shakir was apprehended by BLA cadres on January 8 in Pandran, based on information obtained from the BLA’s intelligence wing, “ZIRAB.” The group said Shakir worked as a telecommunications supervisor, using his position to install tracking devices and pose as a sympathizer of Baloch fighters while covertly providing information to the Army. During interrogation, Shakir allegedly confessed to working as an ISI informant since 2021, under the supervision of “Major Mujtaba.” The BLA statement said he was part of a five-member ISI network in Kalat, cooperating with ex-Army Colonel Umar, Military Intelligence officer Shahid, and Subedars Ghulam Hussain and Jamil. Shakir reportedly admitted to tracking various individuals who later became victims of enforced disappearance, including Agha Akhtar Shah in Killi Pandarani and a youth in Khel. The BLA said he was also involved in the disappearance of a Levies personnel and a petrol station worker named Faraz Zehri in Kalat. Moreover, he allegedly orchestrated an extortion scheme with an associate named Mohab, blackmailing a Hindu businessman to pay 1.5 million rupees, falsely claiming to represent a Baloch insurgent group. The BLA said Shakir disclosed running fake social media accounts under the name “Warna”, posting pro-independence content to lure young men into intelligence traps. Read less... |
| January - 30 | The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres on January 30 killed one person, Tariq Mengal, accusing him of an operative of a state-backed armed group “death squad” at Mengal Cross in Nushki town (Nushki District) of Balochistan, reports The Balochistan P Read more... The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) cadres on January 30 killed one person, Tariq Mengal, accusing him of an operative of a state-backed armed group “death squad” at Mengal Cross in Nushki town (Nushki District) of Balochistan, reports The Balochistan Post. In a media statement, BLA ‘spokesperson’ Jeeyand Baloch said that Tariq Mengal facilitated raids on homes, harassed women and children, and participated in the targeted killings of youth in the area. The BLA further accused him and his network of “extortion, intimidation, and forced recruitment” on behalf of Security Forces (SFs). According to the statement, the BLA’s intelligence wing, “ZIRAB,” identified all members of Mengal’s network, declaring them “active targets.” Read less... |
| January - 30 | Unidentified terrorists abducted the president of Tirah traders’ association along with another tribesman from Bagh-Maidan area of the Khyber District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on February 1, reports Dawn. Terrorists abducted Haji Sher Mohammad, the head Read more... Unidentified terrorists abducted the president of Tirah traders’ association along with another tribesman from Bagh-Maidan area of the Khyber District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on February 1, reports Dawn. Terrorists abducted Haji Sher Mohammad, the head of local traders’ body, and a tribesman, Ibrar, from the main Bagh Markaz market on the afternoon of January 30, and shifted them to an unknown location. Local elders and traders immediately formed a jirga to secure release of the two abducted men from the captivity of terrorists. The negotiations also continued with no headway achieved. Read less... |
| January - 30 | On January 30, Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Oikya Parishad said the proposal to remove secularism from the constitution was unacceptable, reports The Daily Star. "Excluding secularism is tantamount to opposing religious freedom and denying tha Read more... On January 30, Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Oikya Parishad said the proposal to remove secularism from the constitution was unacceptable, reports The Daily Star. "Excluding secularism is tantamount to opposing religious freedom and denying that discrimination against religious and ethnic minorities exists in the state and society," said Monindro Kumar Nath, acting General Secretary of the association. He added that according to newspaper reports from August 20, 2024, to December 31, 2024, there were 174 incidents of communal violence, mostly in rural areas. In the 174 incidents, 23 were killed, nine women were raped, gang-raped or abused. In 64 of the incidents, places of worship were either vandalised, looted or set on fire. During the period, 15 people were arrested or assaulted after they were accused of disrespecting religion; in 38 incidents, homes and businesses were either vandalised, looted or set on fire; in 25 incidents, homes, land and businesses were taken over. He further added, "The government is denying that the violence [happened] by labelling it as politically motivated and failing to arrest the actual perpetrators. As a result, miscreants are getting away with impunity, further endangering the minority communities." Read less... |
| January - 30 | On January 30, Shafiqur Rahman, the Amir (chief) of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) called for the prosecution of every mass killing in the country, emphasising that justice should be a top priority for the Government, reports United News of Bangladesh. He con Read more... On January 30, Shafiqur Rahman, the Amir (chief) of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) called for the prosecution of every mass killing in the country, emphasising that justice should be a top priority for the Government, reports United News of Bangladesh. He condemned the violence that had taken place in 2024, specifically from July 1 to August 5, which he described as turning Bangladesh into a "hell”. He demanded accountability for the deaths and injuries that occurred during this period, urging the government to prioritise the trial of those responsible for the mass killings. Read less... |
| January - 30 | On January 30, the United States (US) Embassy in Bangladesh said that US Coast Guard conducted a country assessment with the Department of Shipping to strengthen the security of Bangladesh's ports from January 20 to 23, reports Prothom Alo. Represent Read more... On January 30, the United States (US) Embassy in Bangladesh said that US Coast Guard conducted a country assessment with the Department of Shipping to strengthen the security of Bangladesh's ports from January 20 to 23, reports Prothom Alo. Representatives of the US Coast Guard's International Port Security (IPS) project participated in the assessment. The US launched this project in 2003 to strengthen maritime security. Lieutenant Commander Nagy, head of the IPS project delegation, said that during the assessment, the US Coast Guard worked directly with the Bangladesh Department of Shipping. They exchanged information on port security. He further said that the information obtained from this assessment will be used to strengthen the security of various ports in the country. This will increase the security of maritime transportation systems around the world. Read less... |
| January - 30 | According to a report from the United States (US) Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR), published on January 30, Taliban and the Haqqani Network continue to maintain close ties with Al-Qaeda, providing the group with safe Read more... According to a report from the United States (US) Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR), published on January 30, Taliban and the Haqqani Network continue to maintain close ties with Al-Qaeda, providing the group with safe havens in Afghanistan, reports amu.tv. The quarterly report, citing United Nations sanctions monitoring teams, estimated that Al-Qaeda has at least 12 senior leaders in Afghanistan. The report also noted that since the Taliban took power in August 2021, the international community has repeatedly raised concerns about the resurgence of Al-Qaeda and other terrorist groups operating in Afghanistan under Taliban rule. Read less... |
| January - 30 | Iran’s Deputy Interior Minister for Security and Law Enforcement, Ali Akbar Pourjamshidian said that despite Taliban’s ban on poppy cultivation, large drug reserves remain in Afghanistan and continue to be smuggled into Iran, amu.tv reports on Januar Read more... Iran’s Deputy Interior Minister for Security and Law Enforcement, Ali Akbar Pourjamshidian said that despite Taliban’s ban on poppy cultivation, large drug reserves remain in Afghanistan and continue to be smuggled into Iran, amu.tv reports on January 30. Pourjamshidian said the flow of narcotics across Iran’s eastern border has affected both border security and the country’s overall stability. Beyond drug trafficking, Pourjamshidian pointed to counterterrorism as a major security issue between Iran and Afghanistan. “We face serious terrorism-related challenges along our eastern borders, both with Pakistan and Afghanistan…Addressing these challenges requires close intelligence and security cooperation between both sides. Through intelligence-sharing, our security agencies must develop precise oversight of terrorist groups and take measures to control them.” Iran hosts an estimated 4.5 million documented Afghan migrants and approximately 2 million undocumented ones, Pourjamshidian said, adding that many undocumented Afghans are returning to their home country. Read less... |
| January - 30 | National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that it targeted intelligence wing of the Taliban killing one fighter and injuring two others near General Directorate of Pul-e-Charkhi Prison in 12th Police District (PD) in Kabul Province on January 30 Read more... National Resistance Front (NRF) announced on X that it targeted intelligence wing of the Taliban killing one fighter and injuring two others near General Directorate of Pul-e-Charkhi Prison in 12th Police District (PD) in Kabul Province on January 30. During the attack, one Taliban’s military vehicle was also destroyed. Read less... |
| January - 31 | A recruiter of militant outfit identified as Raju Chakma was arrested by a joint operation in Peren District of Nagaland, reports Northeast Now on January 31. During his arrest, authorities seized a cache of weapons and ammunition, including one AK-4 Read more... A recruiter of militant outfit identified as Raju Chakma was arrested by a joint operation in Peren District of Nagaland, reports Northeast Now on January 31. During his arrest, authorities seized a cache of weapons and ammunition, including one AK-47 rifle, two magazines, and 45 live rounds. Sources stated that Chakma, who had been living in Nagaland under the false identity of Ngulkogin Singson, was wanted for involvement in a serious of criminal activities, including the alleged recruitment of many individuals into a banned militant group. Read less... |
| January - 31 | Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in an important leadership change removed Madvi Hidma from Battalion No. 01 and Patiram Manjhi alias Toofan Da alias Anal Da alias Patiram Marandi alias Taru Manjhi (54), has now been given this responsibi Read more... Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in an important leadership change removed Madvi Hidma from Battalion No. 01 and Patiram Manjhi alias Toofan Da alias Anal Da alias Patiram Marandi alias Taru Manjhi (54), has now been given this responsibility in his place, reports ibc24.in on January 31. However, Hidma has been retained as a member in the ‘central committee (CC).’ Patiram is the youngest member in the CC, the supreme body of Maoists, and a reward of INR 10 million has been announced on his head. Read less... |
| January - 31 | On January 31, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India is working with the United States (US) on procedural formalities for the early extradition of 26/11 Mumbai terror attack's key suspect Tahawwur Rana, repor Read more... On January 31, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India is working with the United States (US) on procedural formalities for the early extradition of 26/11 Mumbai terror attack's key suspect Tahawwur Rana, reports The Times of India. He confirmed that the US Supreme Court had declined Rana’s petition on January 21, 2025, removing a key legal hurdle in the extradition process. "We are now working with the US side on procedural issues for the early extradition of the accused in the Mumbai terror attack to India," he said. Read less... |
| January - 31 | On January 31, National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested an accused, identified as Pachanan Ghorai, a resident of Bhupatinagar in Purba Medinipur District of West Bengal, from an unspecified location in 2022 Bhupatinagar bomb blast case in West Be Read more... On January 31, National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested an accused, identified as Pachanan Ghorai, a resident of Bhupatinagar in Purba Medinipur District of West Bengal, from an unspecified location in 2022 Bhupatinagar bomb blast case in West Bengal, reports NIA. The blast in the house of Raj Kumar Manna killed the owner on the spot and the other two Buddhadeb Manna alias Lalu and Biswajit Gayen succumbed to injuries later. NIA took over the investigation from State Police on December 20, 2022, and found that the blast was a result of a criminal conspiracy relating to supply of explosives for making bombs to spread terror and violence in the region. Read less... |
| January - 31 | On January 31, three suspected over ground workers (OGW), identified as Rafiq, Ravinder Kumar alias Shanu, and Amrik Chand alias Amrku, were detained in the Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. All three accused were i Read more... On January 31, three suspected over ground workers (OGW), identified as Rafiq, Ravinder Kumar alias Shanu, and Amrik Chand alias Amrku, were detained in the Kathua District of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports Daily Excelsior. All three accused were involved in various illegal activities in the region. Read less... |
| January - 31 | One Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Kotehonda Ravindra (44), surrendered in front of Superintendent of Police (SP) Vikram Amathe in Chikkamagaluru District of Karnataka on January 31, reports Hindustan Times on Febru Read more... One Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Kotehonda Ravindra (44), surrendered in front of Superintendent of Police (SP) Vikram Amathe in Chikkamagaluru District of Karnataka on January 31, reports Hindustan Times on February 2. Ravindra, a resident of Kotehonda in Hulagaru Bail near Kigga, Sringeri Taluk (administrative division), arrived in Sringeri and voluntarily surrendered before SP Amathe. Ravindra has a total of 27 cases registered against him, including 13 in Chikkamagaluru alone. His involvement in Naxal activities extended beyond Karnataka, covering Kerala and Tamil Nadu as well. He had been operating underground since 2007. Read less... |
| January - 31 | Security Forces (SFs) recovered four bombs planted by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during a search operation acting on information about the presence of Maoists in the forests of Besrajhar in Gariabandh District of C Read more... Security Forces (SFs) recovered four bombs planted by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) during a search operation acting on information about the presence of Maoists in the forests of Besrajhar in Gariabandh District of Chhattisgarh on January 31, reports etvbharat.com. Later, the SFs destroyed all four bombs, which included one pipe bomb and three tiffin bombs, by exploding them. Read less... |
| January - 31 | The Isak-Muivah faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN-IM) asserted that if Indians respect Naga history, the Nagas would reciprocate tenfold, The Morung Express reports on January 31. Speaking at the 46th raising day celebrations Read more... The Isak-Muivah faction of the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN-IM) asserted that if Indians respect Naga history, the Nagas would reciprocate tenfold, The Morung Express reports on January 31. Speaking at the 46th raising day celebrations of NSCN-IM, ‘vice chairman’ Tongmeth Wangnao highlighted two key official recognitions of Naga sovereignty—first in 2002 at an Amsterdam meeting and later in the 2015 Framework Agreement, signed in New Delhi under PM Narendra Modi. Wangnao criticized Indian agencies for undermining the Naga political movement despite 27 years of negotiations. He emphasized NSCN-IM’s international recognition, including its admission to the Unrepresented Nations and Peoples Organization (UNPO) and participation in United Nations human rights forums. Reaffirming the group's commitment to self-determination, he urged Nagas to stay resilient under the banner of "Nagalim for Christ." The fate of the ongoing Naga political talks, he said, rests in God's hands. Read less... |
| January - 31 | A person, identified as Qari Rizwan, was shot dead while a Policeman guarding an emptied bunker, was critically wounded after a sniper shot was fired at the bunker in Kurram District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 31, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read more... A person, identified as Qari Rizwan, was shot dead while a Policeman guarding an emptied bunker, was critically wounded after a sniper shot was fired at the bunker in Kurram District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 31, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 31 | According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), 18 Security Forces (SFs) of the Frontier Corps (FC) and 12 terrorists were killed during the clearance operation, when terrorists attempted to establish roadblocks in the general area of Mangochar Read more... According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), 18 Security Forces (SFs) of the Frontier Corps (FC) and 12 terrorists were killed during the clearance operation, when terrorists attempted to establish roadblocks in the general area of Mangochar of Kalat District in Balochistan on January 31, reports Geo News. The ISPR stated that 11 terrorists were killed in Harnai District of Balochistan on February 1, in the follow up sanitization operation of the Mangochar operation in Kalat District. The Baloch Liberation Army – Azad (BLA-Azad) claimed the responsibility of the attack, reports The Khorasan Diary. This attack is one of the biggest attacks by the BLA Azad faction after a major rift within BLA back in 2018. Read less... |
| January - 31 | The Assistant Commissioner (Revenue), Syed Manan, and two Policemen were injured when the commissioner went to stop firing between Shia and Sunni tribesmen in Boshera area of Parachinar in Kurram District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 31, reports Read more... The Assistant Commissioner (Revenue), Syed Manan, and two Policemen were injured when the commissioner went to stop firing between Shia and Sunni tribesmen in Boshera area of Parachinar in Kurram District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on January 31, reports The Khorasan Diary. Read less... |
| January - 31 | The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has killed 300 terrorists since 2023 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), ARY News reported on January 31. According to a recent report, the CTD has been actively conducting operations against militants, with 2,531 opera Read more... The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has killed 300 terrorists since 2023 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), ARY News reported on January 31. According to a recent report, the CTD has been actively conducting operations against militants, with 2,531 operations in 2023 alone. The report stated that the CTD’s effort in combating terrorism, resulted in arrest of 917 terrorists whereas 44 surrendered in 2023. Additionally, 12 kilogrammes of explosives were recovered from terrorists in 2024. This year, the CTD has conducted 179 intelligence-based operations in KP, resulting in the arrest of 72 terrorists and the elimination of 10 others. Read less... |
| January - 31 | The son of the deputy governor of Afghanistan’s Badghis province was among four terrorists killed during a counterterrorism operation on January 31 in the Kulachi area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Dawn reported on February 3 qu Read more... The son of the deputy governor of Afghanistan’s Badghis province was among four terrorists killed during a counterterrorism operation on January 31 in the Kulachi area of Dera Ismail Khan District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Dawn reported on February 3 quoting Radio Pakistan. The son of the deputy governor of Badghis province was identified as Badaruddin alias Yousaf. The Afghan authorities had refused to receive the eliminated terrorist’s body “despite multiple requests from Pakistan”. Dawn could not independently verify the developments. Detailing the counterterrorism operation, Radio Pakistan stated that “modern American-made night vision equipment, along with M16A4 and M24 sniper rifles, were recovered from the killed terrorists”. “Badaruddin had previously received training at an Afghan Taliban training centre,” the report claimed, adding that he later joined the TTP. “Badaruddin was directly involved in the new wave of terrorist attacks from Afghanistan into Pakistan. According to sources, the Afghan Taliban leadership still maintains close ties with terrorist organisations, including Fitna Al Khawarij,” the report said. Read less... |
| January - 31 | On January 31, Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) Amir (chief) Shafiqur Rahman urged everyone to take a lesson from the nightmare of ousted Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina, reports The Dhaka Tribune. He said, “Imprudence and fascism are not at all beneficial fo Read more... On January 31, Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) Amir (chief) Shafiqur Rahman urged everyone to take a lesson from the nightmare of ousted Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina, reports The Dhaka Tribune. He said, “Imprudence and fascism are not at all beneficial for the nation, and this has been proved once again in the case of Sheikh Hasina.” Terming the fascist regime as a dangerous one for them, he said: “Once upon a time, we could not even communicate with each other. We were not allowed to take part in any prayer program.” He added, “We hope such a terrible situation will never return to our lives.” Read less... |
| January - 31 | On January 31, leaders and activists of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS)-the student wing of the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) brought out mass processions across the country, including Dhaka, after the Jummah prayers, demanding trial for the killings during the Read more... On January 31, leaders and activists of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS)-the student wing of the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) brought out mass processions across the country, including Dhaka, after the Jummah prayers, demanding trial for the killings during the July uprising, reports The Business Standard. The mass processions were held in Dhaka and various parts of the country, including Bogura, Rangpur, Barisal, and Noakhali. The protesters called for the prosecution of those involved in the killings and the seditious activities of ousted Awami League, including enforced disappearances and corruption. The Secretary General of ICS Nurul Islam addressed a brief rally, saying, "Six months have passed since the July uprising, but we have yet to see any justice for the Awami League's crimes”. "For the last six months, we've seen some political parties not advocating for justice against fascism but instead getting involved in extortion at bus stands and tempo stands. They are trying to create divisions within the unity of the nation," he also said. Read less... |
| January - 31 | Ali Akbar Pourjamshidian, the Deputy Minister of Security and Police of the Islamic Republic of Iran announced that despite the Taliban's ban on the cultivation of narcotics, the smuggling of these drugs to Iran continues, afintl.com reports on Janua Read more... Ali Akbar Pourjamshidian, the Deputy Minister of Security and Police of the Islamic Republic of Iran announced that despite the Taliban's ban on the cultivation of narcotics, the smuggling of these drugs to Iran continues, afintl.com reports on January 31. Pourjamshidian said that smugglers in Afghanistan continue to maintain their drug stockpiles. He, however, said, "We are witnessing the entry of narcotics into our country [Iran] from the previous stockpiles that smugglers had in Afghanistan." Read less... |
| January - 31 | The Afghanistan Human Rights Center reported a sharp rise in the construction of jihadi madrasas (Islamic Seminary) under Taliban rule, citing concerns over their long-term impact on the country’s youth, shawaves.com reports on January 31. The 30-pag Read more... The Afghanistan Human Rights Center reported a sharp rise in the construction of jihadi madrasas (Islamic Seminary) under Taliban rule, citing concerns over their long-term impact on the country’s youth, shawaves.com reports on January 31. The 30-page report highlights how these institutions serve as a means of consolidating power while reshaping Afghanistan’s education system. According to the report, the Taliban’s Ministry of Education has allocated substantial resources to religious-jihadi madrasas, with more than 21,000 such schools built in 2023 alone. In contrast, only 106 regular schools were constructed during the same period. Each province now hosts at least one large-scale madrasa, accommodating up to 2,000 students with comprehensive facilities. Read less... |