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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
NIA arrests 2 Pahalgam residents for ‘harbouring LeT terrorists' involved in April 22 terror attack
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested two local residents for allegedly harbouring the terrorists who had carried out the April 22 Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir. 'The two men – identified as Parvaiz Ahmad Jothar from Batkote, Pahalgam, and Bashir Ahmad Jothar of Hill Park, Pahalgam – have disclosed the identities of the three armed terrorists involved in the attack, and have also confirmed that they were Pakistani nationals affiliated to the proscribed terrorist outfit Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT),' a NIA spokesperson said. Twenty-six people were killed in the attack and 16 others were injured. On May 7, India launched Operation Sindoor in retaliation, striking terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, which was followed by three days of military confrontation between the two countries. Adding that as per the probe, Parvaiz and Bashir knowingly harboured the three armed terrorists at a seasonal dhok (hut) at Hill Park before the attack, the spokesperson said, 'The two men had provided food, shelter and logistical support to the terrorists, who had, on the fateful afternoon, selectively killed the tourists on the basis of their religious identity, making it one of the most gruesome terrorist attacks ever.' 'The NIA, which has arrested the duo under section 19 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, is further investigating the case, registered after the attack that shook the world… Further investigations in the case are continuing,' the spokesperson stated. Earlier this month, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) — the global money laundering and terror financing watchdog — condemned the 'brutal terrorist attack' in Pahalgam and noted that such attacks cannot occur 'without money and the means to move funds between terrorist supporters'. Mahender Singh Manral is an Assistant Editor with the national bureau of The Indian Express. He is known for his impactful and breaking stories. He covers the Ministry of Home Affairs, Investigative Agencies, National Investigative Agency, Central Bureau of Investigation, Law Enforcement Agencies, Paramilitary Forces, and internal security. Prior to this, Manral had extensively reported on city-based crime stories along with that he also covered the anti-corruption branch of the Delhi government for a decade. He is known for his knack for News and a detailed understanding of stories. He also worked with Mail Today as a senior correspondent for eleven months. He has also worked with The Pioneer for two years where he was exclusively covering crime beat. During his initial days of the career he also worked with The Statesman newspaper in the national capital, where he was entrusted with beats like crime, education, and the Delhi Jal Board. A graduate in Mass Communication, Manral is always in search of stories that impact lives. ... Read More
Indian Express
02-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Foreign Embassy staffer put up ‘Wanted' posters of Netanyahu: Delhi Police report to MHA
The Delhi Police have approached the Union Home Ministry after they found that a foreign citizen working with an Embassy of a Western European country had allegedly put up posters carrying a photo of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu alongside the word 'Wanted' in the national capital's Chanakyapuri area, The Indian Express has learnt. A senior police officer at the Delhi Police headquarters said the matter came to light around 7.30 am on May 29 when personnel from the Chankyapuri police station spotted two such posters on electricity poles – one near the Carmel Convent School in Malcha Marg and another near the American Embassy School. 'They informed their seniors and were asked to remove the posters,' the officer said. Police personnel were also instructed to scan all CCTV cameras in the area to identify who was responsible. 'After scanning footage from around 50 CCTV cameras, police personnel found that a man wearing a blue shirt and black trousers came on a bicycle at around 5.30 am and put up one of the posters on an electricity pole. After scanning multiple CCTV cameras, it has been revealed that he left from one of the flats in Sardar Patel Marg,' the officer said. A team from the Chankyapuri police station reached his residence and found that the occupant works with the embassy of a Western European nation. Police left after noting down all his details. Given that the person is an embassy staffer and has immunity, the Delhi police later decided to escalate the matter and seek clarity on how to proceed. 'Senior police officers of the New Delhi range were asked by the PHQ to prepare a report for the Ministry of Home Affairs, which is expected to coordinate with the Ministry of External Affairs,' a source said, adding that the report was communicated to the MHA last week and a response is awaited. The embassy concerned and the Delhi police spokesperson did not respond to queries seeking a comment. Mahender Singh Manral is an Assistant Editor with the national bureau of The Indian Express. He is known for his impactful and breaking stories. He covers the Ministry of Home Affairs, Investigative Agencies, National Investigative Agency, Central Bureau of Investigation, Law Enforcement Agencies, Paramilitary Forces, and internal security. Prior to this, Manral had extensively reported on city-based crime stories along with that he also covered the anti-corruption branch of the Delhi government for a decade. He is known for his knack for News and a detailed understanding of stories. He also worked with Mail Today as a senior correspondent for eleven months. He has also worked with The Pioneer for two years where he was exclusively covering crime beat. During his initial days of the career he also worked with The Statesman newspaper in the national capital, where he was entrusted with beats like crime, education, and the Delhi Jal Board. A graduate in Mass Communication, Manral is always in search of stories that impact lives. ... Read More
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Ferozepur fort showcasing Sikh military legacy opens for public after 200 years
(Photo: X) NEW DELHI: In a move to promote heritage tourism and reconnect locals with the region's military legacy, the Army's Golden Arrow Division has opened the historic Ferozepur Fort to the public for the first time in over two centuries. The fort is located near the Indo-Pakistan border and was inaugurated by the Army as part of a broader initiative to preserve national heritage and encourage responsible tourism in border areas. 'The reopening of Ferozepur Fort not only reconnects the region with its storied past but also reaffirms its identity as a symbol of valour, resilience and national pride, firmly placing it on Punjab's cultural and heritage tourism map,' said Major General R S Manral, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Golden Arrow Division. Describing its strategic importance, Major General Manral added, 'Strategically positioned near the Indo-Pakistan border, Ferozepur Fort is a remarkable example of 19th-century military architecture from the Sikh empire.' He also highlighted the fort's unique hexagonal structure and robust defensive features as examples of 'strategic ingenuity of its time.' Ferozepur Fort has a rich and layered history. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Once a key outpost in the Sikh empire's frontier defence network, the fort was converted into a British garrison in 1839 on the orders of the Duke of Wellington. Later, in 1858, the British repurposed it into a major arsenal, establishing facilities such as a powder magazine, dry gun cotton store, and ammunition depots. The site played a critical role during the First War of Independence in 1857 and served as the mother depot for weapons, trained animals, and logistics. At its peak, the fort housed 10,000 bullocks, an equal number of horses, and over 150 camels. Its role as an arsenal continued until 1941, when the British relocated ammunition to Kasubegu during World War II. Brigadier Bikram Singh, Station Commander, emphasised the fort's emotional and historical significance. 'Ferozepur holds a special place in India's freedom movement, having produced numerous martyrs and revolutionaries who bravely resisted colonial rule,' he said. 'This fort and its surroundings have borne witness to pivotal historical events, which continue to symbolise national pride and sacrifice. ' The reopening is expected to boost tourism in Punjab and also educate visitors on India's military past and the independence movement.
NDTV
02-06-2025
- NDTV
Historic Ferozepur Fort In Punjab Opened For Public After 200 Years
Ferozepur: In an initiative to boost tourism and align the local populace with the military heritage in this border region, the Army's Golden Arrow Division has opened the historic two-century-old Ferozepur Fort to the public. It is for the first time in over 200 years that this significant architectural and historical site has been made accessible to the public. The move reaffirms the government's commitment to preserve national heritage and promote responsible border tourism, said Major General R S Manral, General Officer Commanding (GOC), Golden Arrow Division. "Strategically positioned near the Indo-Pakistan border, Ferozepur Fort is a remarkable example of 19th-century military architecture from the Sikh empire" said the GOC, adding that its unique hexagonal design and robust defensive features showcase the strategic ingenuity of its time. "The reopening of Ferozepur Fort not only reconnects the region with its storied past but also reaffirms its identity as a symbol of valour, resilience and national pride, firmly placing it on Punjab's cultural and heritage tourism map," said Major General Manral. Brig Bikram Singh, Station Commander, said Ferozepur holds a special place in India's freedom movement, having produced numerous martyrs and revolutionaries who bravely resisted colonial rule. This fort and its surroundings have borne witness to pivotal historical events, which continue to symbolise national pride and sacrifice, he added. Once a critical outpost in the Sikh empire frontier defence network, the fort holds enduring tales of courage and resistance and also features prominently in narratives of the First War of Independence in 1857. This fort was converted into a British Garrison in 1839 under the instructions of the Duke of Wellington. Later, the British converted this fort into an arsenal (Weapon Store) in 1858 and subsequently, the dry gun cotton store, the powder magazine and ammunition stores were also constructed here. This fort served as the mother depot for the supply of guns, ammunition, trained horses and bullocks. About 10,000 bullocks and as many horses and even 150 camels were tethered at any time in this fort. The fort continued to play the role of arsenal till 1941, when the ammunition was shifted to Kasubegu as a tactical move by the British at the beginning of World War-II.
News18
02-06-2025
- General
- News18
Punjab: Ferozepur fort thrown open to public after 200 years
Ferozepur, Jun 2 (PTI) In an initiative to boost tourism and align the local populace with the military heritage in this border region, the Army's Golden Arrow Division has opened the historic two centuries old Ferozepur Fort to the public. It is for the first time in over 200 years that this significant architectural and historical site has been made accessible to the public. The move reaffirms the government's commitment to preserve national heritage and promote responsible border tourism, said Major General R S Manral, General Officer Commanding (GOC), Golden Arrow Division. 'Strategically positioned near the Indo-Pakistan border, Ferozepur Fort is a remarkable example of 19th-century military architecture from the Sikh empire" said the GOC, adding that its unique hexagonal design and robust defensive features showcase the strategic ingenuity of its time. 'The reopening of Ferozepur Fort not only reconnects the region with its storied past but also reaffirms its identity as a symbol of valour, resilience and national pride, firmly placing it on Punjab's cultural and heritage tourism map," said Major General Manral. Brig Bikram Singh, Station Commander, said Ferozepur holds a special place in India's freedom movement, having produced numerous martyrs and revolutionaries who bravely resisted colonial rule. This fort and its surroundings have borne witness to pivotal historical events, which continue to symbolize national pride and sacrifice, he added. Once a critical outpost in the Sikh empire frontier defence network, the fort holds enduring tales of courage and resistance and also features prominently in narratives of the first war of Independence in 1857. This fort served as the mother depot for the supply of guns, ammunition, trained horses and bullocks. About 10,000 bullocks and as many horses and even 150 camels were tethered at any time in this fort. The fort continued to play the role of arsenal till 1941 when the ammunition was shifted to Kasubegu as a tactical move by the British at the beginning of World War-II. PTI COR CHS AS AS First Published: June 02, 2025, 19:00 IST
