Page 9 - Terrorism

India, Russia discuss Afghan, condemn terrorism; ink deal on AK-203 rifles

India and Russia discussed the evolving situation in Afghanistan, especially the security situation and its implications in the region, as they condemned the cross-border movement of terrorists

India, South Korea agree to strengthen strategic cooperation

India and the Republic of Korea on Friday agreed to strengthen strategic cooperation including in dealing with challenges of terrorism, extremism and radicalisation.

Hizbul Mujahideen district commander killed in encounter in J-K's Kulgam

A newly-appointed district commander of Hizbul Mujahideen militant outfit was killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam on Saturday, police said

There are states 'clearly guilty' of supporting terrorism: India at UN

First Secretary in India's Permanent Mission to the UN Rajesh Parihar said India has been a victim of cross border terrorism for over three decades

Terrorism continues to pose a serious threat to Afghanistan: India at UNSC

India emphasised the expectation of the international community which notes the commitment of the Taliban not to allow the use of Afghan soil for terrorism

Encounter underway between security forces, militants in Kulgam

An encounter is underway between security forces and militants in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said Wednesday evening. Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Pombay area of Kulgam in south Kashmir on receiving specific inputs about the presence of militants there, a police official said. He said the search operation turned into an encounter after the militants fired upon the security forces party. The exchange of fire is still going on and further details are awaited, the official said.

Spread of terrorism in Africa matter of serious concern: Jaishankar

Jaishankar highlighted the need to support African counter-terrorism operations with sustained financing

16 killed, 40 injured in bombing at Shia mosque in Kandahar

A powerful explosion hit the mosque -- Imam Barga -- in the southern province of Kandahar on Friday

Explosion in Shiite mosque in Afghanistan kills at least 7

The blast came a week after a bombing at a Shiite mosque in northern Afghanistan carried out by a local Islamic State affiliate that killed 46 people

Suspected Pak terrorist sent to 14-day police custody

The suspected terrorist was arrested from the Laxmi Nagar area of the city at around 9 p.m. on Monday

1 Pak terrorist killed, another captured in Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir

The operation was launched on September 18 after the Army noticed suspicious movement along the LoC

Pakistan home to 12 foreign terrorist outfits: US Congressional report

Pakistan is home to at least 12 groups designated as 'foreign terrorist organisations' by the US, including five of them being India-centric like the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM)

India, US condemn cross-border terrorism;call for justice for 26/11 attacks

The two leaders reaffirmed that the United States and India 'will take concerted action against all terrorist groups, including groups proscribed by the UNSCR 1267 Sanctions Committee.'

Quad leaders denounce use of 'terrorist proxies' in South Asia

Leaders of Quad countries have denounced the use of "terrorist proxies" in South Asia, in a veiled reference to Pakistan, as they emphasised the importance of denying any support to terrorist groups

UNGA address will focus on Covid-19, terrorism: PM ahead of US visit

Climate change will also be a key part of the address. He also said the visit will would be an occasion to strengthen the Indo-US ties

US can help improve global security by closing its military bases abroad

The United States has withdrawn its troops from Afghanistan. Only 750 military bases to go.

Delhi Police holds meet with several agencies to discuss security scenario

A meeting among intelligence agencies and police forces of Delhi and its neighbouring states is underway to discuss the security scenario in the backdrop of Pakistan-backed terror module being busted

PM Modi calls for SCO template to fight radicalisation, extremism

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called for developing a template by the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to effectively deal with the challenges of extremism and radicalisation.

Pak was a hired gun: Imran Khan on US war on terror in Afghanistan

Khan said thousands of Pakistanis were killed because the Taliban and its affiliates saw them as an ally of the US

Terror suspect nabbed by Delhi cops had links with 'D- Company': Maha ATS

The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad on Wednesday claimed that terror suspect Jaan Mohammad Sheikh, arrested, had links with the 'D-Company' about 20 years back