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New Indian Express
17 hours ago
- New Indian Express
Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar reportedly part ways over Anmol Bishnoi case
CHANDIGARH: A major split appears to have occurred between notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi currently lodged in Sabarmati Jail, Gujarat and his long-time aide Goldy Brar, who is believed to be operating from the United States. A purported audio message, now circulating on social media, indicates growing tensions between the two over the handling of a case involving Bishnoi's younger brother, Anmol Bishnoi, in the US. According to sources within Indian intelligence agencies, Bishnoi became upset with both Brar and Azerbaijan-based gangster Rohit Godara for allegedly mishandling Anmol's legal situation. This friction reportedly led to a complete severance of ties between Bishnoi and Brar. The audio message, allegedly featuring Brar and Godara, claims responsibility for a recent attack on Ashish Gupta, a real estate businessman from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan. The speaker believed to be Brar denies any current affiliation with Anmol and justifies the attack on Gupta. 'We no longer have any association with Anmol Bishnoi, and we have made this clear to all our brothers. He was not to be killed, only taught a lesson which is why he was shot in the leg. If he has understood, good. If not, next time he will be shot in the head,' the speaker says.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Indian Express
‘We no longer have any association with Anmol Bishnoi: fresh audio shows rift between Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar
A purported audio clip has further revealed a rift between two of India's most notorious gangsters — Lawrence Bishnoi, who is lodged in Gujarat's Sabarmati Jail, and his once-close aide Goldy Brar. Sources recently told The Indian Express that Central intelligence agencies and state police have said Bishnoi and Brar have parted ways after Bishnoi got upset with Brar and Azerbaijan-based gangster Rohit Godara over their handling of his brother Anmol's case in the US. 'Central intelligence agencies received information that Brar and Godara did not help Anmol file the required bail bond. Anmol was later released but with an ankle bracelet tracker,' a source said. Lawrence Bishnoi's brother was arrested by US immigration authorities in November last year for allegedly travelling with fake documents. Also Read | New headache for sleuths tracking gangsters: Lawrence Bishnoi & Goldy Brar part ways The latest clip, purportedly released by Goldy Brar and going viral on social media, further suggests the two are no longer on the same page, despite having previously claimed responsibility for the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala. The Punjab Police said they are looking into the audio's authenticity. 'Goldy Brar is booked in several terror-related cases. We are examining the audio. But it won't matter what he says. Law will take its own course,' said a Punjab Police officer. 'Misinformation is being spread on social media' In the 2-minute 40-second audio, Goldy Brar is allegedly heard claiming responsibility for a June 17 shooting incident in Ganganagar, Rajasthan. The target, Ashish Gupta, was shot in the leg. 'The attack on Ashish Gupta in Ganganagar was planned by me and Rohit Godara. He was not meant to be killed — only taught a lesson. That's why we shot him in the leg. If he doesn't understand this time, next time he'll be shot in the head. No issue,' Brar can be heard saying. Brar also claims that 'misinformation' is being spread on social media, where the attack was allegedly claimed in the name of Anmol Bishnoi, Lawrence Bishnoi's brother. 'We no longer have any association with Anmol Bishnoi. All our brothers have been clearly informed about this,' Brar says. 'Never acted against the nation' Goldy Brar also denies allegations of having any links with Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan's intelligence agency. 'I urge the media and administration to confirm facts before labelling someone a patriot or a traitor. We have never acted against the nation,' he can be heard saying in the clip. Lawrence Bishnoi had made similar claims in an interview aired just before Sidhu Moosewala's first death anniversary in March 2023. 'I am not anti-national. I am a nationalist. I am against Khalistan. I am against Pakistan,' Bishnoi had said. Also Read | Declare Lawrence Bishnoi gang a terrorist group, says BC premier Location unknown While Goldy Brar's current location remains unclear, security agencies say he fled to the US after Moosewala's murder, even as some reports claimed he could be in Canada. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann once claimed that Brar had been arrested in the US, but no official confirmation followed. In September 2022, the Centre and Punjab authorities claimed that Lawrence Bishnoi's brother, Anmol Bishnoi, had been detained in Kenya. However, in April 2023, videos surfaced on social media showing Anmol dancing at a wedding event in the US, raising suspicions that Brar had arranged shelter for him. In November 2024, again, there were unconfirmed reports that Anmol Bishnoi was arrested for illegal stay in the US. So far, neither the US nor Canadian authorities have made any official statement on Goldy Brar. The apparent fallout between Brar and the Bishnoi, combined with the denial of ISI links, has added a new dimension to the ongoing gang conflict.
Mint
5 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar fallout: What caused the rift between the gangsters?
In a recent turnaround of events, a major rift has emerged between notorious gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar. This has posed a fresh challenge for state police forces and central intelligence agencies tracking their criminal syndicate. While Lawrence Bishnoi is currently lodged in Gujarat's Sabarmati jail, Goldy Brar is believed to be operating from the United States, reported the Indian Express, adding they are no longer working together. According to the report, the split between the two gangsters may create a possible turf war within the widespread criminal network. The report further mentioned the split was caused from Lawrence Bishnoi's anger at Goldy Brar and Sachin Godara over their handling of his brother Anmol's case in the United States. 'Central intelligence agencies received information that Brar and Godara did not help Anmol file the required bail bond. Anmol was later released but with an ankle bracelet tracker,' the Indian Express report quoted sources saying. Anmol Bishnoi, 25-year-old, was taken into custody by US immigration officials for allegedly using forged travel documents in November 2024. Apart from this, Anmol as been linked to the May 2022 murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala, and even named as the 'mastermind' behind the killing of NCP leader and former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique in 2024. 'Both the gangsters have decided to stop working together. Goldy has started working with Azerbaijan-based Rohit Godara while Bishnoi is now associated with Canada-based Noni Rana. This feud and their new syndicates are now a source of increasing tension for state police forces,' an official told The Indian Express. The report also mentioned that the matter was recently discussed with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) during a meeting attended by senior police officers from Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Delhi. Among other reasons that may have caused the split between the two gangsters are not giving credit while using each other's names after committing a crime. Investigations over the past few months have revealed that Noni Rana (Surya Pratap), younger brother of Haryana's Yamunanagar-based gangster Kala Rana (Virender Pratap), has been operating from the US. He allegedly made calls and collected money on behalf of Lawrence Bishnoi. While referring to Brar and Godara, the report quoted sources as saying, 'Last month, they took responsibility in a social media post for the killing of Harjit Singh, a businessman operating a trucking safety and insurance consultancy, outside his office in Canada's Mississauga… they did not mention the name of Lawrence and other gang members, which they usually do in such posts.' Lawrence Bishnoi had formed a team with Goldy Brar, Kala Rana, and others, the report said quoting sources. 'Bishnoi later made a 'business model' involving alliances with gangsters from UP (Dhananjay Singh), Punjab (Jaggu Bhagwanpuria), Haryana (Kala Jatheri), Rajasthan (Rohit Godara) and Delhi (Rohit Moi and Hashim Baba),' the report said.
NDTV
6 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Partners No More: Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar Split Over Brother Anmol
New Delhi: Gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar - in whose alliance a rift had been brewing for some time - have now 'split up', sources have told NDTV, acknowledging that this will make it more difficult for police and intelligence agencies to bust their respective criminal networks. Sources said the information came from interrogation of Bishnoi and Brar's associates. Bishnoi is currently in Ahmedabad's Sabarmati Jail, while Goldie Brar remains a wanted man; he went to the United States in 2017 and never returned, and now runs his gang from that country. According to sources, Brar has now joined hands with Azerbaijan-based Rohit Godara, while Bishnoi has tied up with Noni Rana, also known as Surya Pratap, who operates from Canada. Senior officers from the Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Delhi police forces have met with counterparts from the National Investigation Agency to understand the impact of the 'break up'. Sources said the Bishnoi-Brar rift began with the arrest of the former's brother, Anmol Bishnoi , in California in November last year. Anmol was arrested for entering the US illegally. READ | US Arrests Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's Brother Anmol, But Not For Murder Anmol Bishnoi - wanted in connection with several high-profile cases, including last year's killing of ex-Maharashtra minister and NCP leader Baba Siddique - faces an extradition request. Bishnoi, meanwhile, has reportedly filed a plea for political asylum in the US. In March US authorities filed a request for more information - from the charges against Anmol Bishnoi to details about the evidence against him and his financial details. Sources in the intelligence community told NDTV the Bishnoi-Brar rift was because the former felt the latter, and Rohit Godara, did not help his brother in the bail bond process. Anmol Bishnoi did eventually secure bail, but was also forced to wear a GPS tracker. A furious Lawrence Bishnoi broke ties with Goldy Brar and joined hands with Noni Rana, the younger brother of notorious Haryana-based gangster Kala Rana, alias Virendra Pratap. Lawrence Bishnoi and Noni Rana have reportedly worked together over the past few months, with the latter's network making ransom and extortion calls and collecting money for the former. READ | Goldy Brar Was Asked Why He Killed Sidhu Moose Wala. His Response On the murder of Moose Wala, in January Brar told British broadcaster BBC, "In his arrogance, he [Moose Wala] made some mistakes that could not be forgiven... We had no option but to kill him. He had to face the consequences of his actions. It was either him or us. As simple as that." Apart from the killing of Moose Wala and Siddique, the Bishnoi and Brar gangs have also been linked to multiple threats against Bollywood star Salman Khan, including the April 2024 incident in which gunmen opened fire at his apartment in Mumbai's Bandra area while he was inside. The actor was unhurt and the gunmen were later arrested.
News18
6 days ago
- News18
Lawrence Bishnoi-Goldy Brar Fallout: Gangsters Join Separate Groups, Say Reports
Last Updated: Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar have reportedly parted ways, giving a new headache to law enforcement. Bishnoi is in Sabarmati jail, while Brar is in the US. Causing more trouble for the law enforcement which are already having a tough time in tracking the syndicates of dreaded gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar, the duo have reportedly parted ways. According to media reports, Central probe agencies have concluded this following interrogation of several of the duo's associates. Currently, Lawrence Bishnoi is lodged in Sabarmati jail while Goldy Brar is believed to be operating out of the US. The reports claim both the gangsters have decided to end their alliance with Goldy joining hands with Azerbaijan-based Rohit Godara while Bishnoi with Canada-based Noni Rana. Their internal rift and new associations will further heighten the surveillance by the probe agencies. The reports mentioned the latest development was discussed with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) recently by police officers from Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana and Delhi. It is suspected that rift emerged among the gangster alliance over Bishnoi's younger brother Anmol who is also a part his global criminal syndicate. It is learnt that differences grew after Bishnoi got upset with Brar and Godara over their handling of Anmol's case in the US. First Published: June 16, 2025, 08:51 IST
