Punjab Police bust alleged terror module, foil train attack plot; 17 arrested, UK-based handler under scanner
Police said the investigation indicated that members of the network had allegedly planned to plant an IED on the Ferozepur-Jammu train.
Police said the investigation indicated that members of the network had allegedly planned to plant an IED on the Ferozepur-Jammu train.
Preliminary investigation suggests the accused were linked to foreign-based smugglers who allegedly supplied heroin and illegal firearms for distribution among criminal networks in Punjab and beyond.
The investigation began during Operation Hardball, a joint anti-gang crackdown by the FBI and Canadian authorities, which uncovered alleged links between a serving Punjab Police officer and overseas gang networks.
The rescue operation began after Punjab Police constable Diksha, who was on duty at a nearby checkpoint, noticed the woman being swept away by the current and immediately raised an alarm.
The shooting took place late Monday evening when two motorcycle-borne assailants opened fire at Dalveer Singh when he was driving home from his shop.
Punjab has launched a multi-agency security operation ahead of the Amarnath Yatra, deploying police, the Army, BSF and CAPF along key routes leading to Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities have also strengthened surveillance, checkpoints and emergency response systems before pilgrims begin arriving.
Punjab is a step closer to appointing a permanent Director General of Police as the UPSC is expected to finalise a three-member panel from senior IPS officers eligible for the state's top police post.
Two groups of Nihang Sikhs clashed inside a Mohali gurdwara during celebrations for four members released on bail in the Karnaprayag clash case. Police said the situation is under control and no complaint has been received.
Sukhwinder Singh alias Sonu, a resident of Miani village in Dasuya block, died on June 23, two days after he was taken into custody by Italian police following allegations of inappropriate behaviour at the Tibidabo Water Park near Brescia.
Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said the recovered cache included eight .30 bore pistols and two 9 mm pistols.
