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India Gazette
5 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
NIA arrests 4 more accused in TN radicalisation and recruitment case
New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested four more accused in the Tamil Nadu radicalisation and recruitment case, an offshoot of the Coimbatore car bomb blast case, according to an official statement. The NIA has arrested a total of eight people in this case so far. As per the release, the accused persons identified as Ahmed Ali, Jawahar Sathik, Raja Abdullah aka MAC Raja, and Sheik Dawood the four accused had been radicalised by Jameel Basha, the founder of Madras Arabic College, who, along with his associates, was involved in recruiting gullible youth and subtly infused Salafi-Jihadi ideology to them in the guise of imparting Arabic language classes in Tamil Nadu. NIA had earlier arrested and charged Jameel Basha and his associates Irshath, Syed Abdur Rahman and Mohammed Hussain, who were using the classrooms and social platform to carry out their anti-national radicalisation and recruitment activities. NIA investigations have revealed that the accused had promoted Khilafat ideology and martyrdom through jihad, advocating violence and armed struggle to establish an Islamic state after removing the democratically elected government. The radicalisation and recruitment activities had led to the Coimbatore car bomb blast in October 2022, in which the suicide bomber Jamesha Mubeen carried out a vehicle-borne IED attack in front of an ancient temple in Coimbatore. NIA is continuing with its investigation in the TN ISIS Radicalisation and Recruitment Case, as part of its efforts to check radical terror activities against the nation. (ANI)
The Hindu
9 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
NIA arrests four more in Tamil Nadu ISIS radicalisation, recruitment case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday arrested four more persons in the Tamil Nadu ISIS radicalisation and recruitment case involving Coimbatore-based Kovai Arabic College. With this, NIA has made eight arrests in the case, which is an off-shoot of the Coimbatore car bomb blast case. The arrested have been identified as Ahmed Ali of Thirumarai Nagar at Podanur, Jawahar Sathik of Pullukkadu housing unit near Ukkadam, Raja Abdullah alias 'Mac' Raja, and Sheik Dawood. According to the NIA, the four men had been radicalised by Jameel Basha, the founder of Madras Arabic College, who, along with his associates, was involved in recruiting gullible youth and subtly infusing Salafi -Jihadi ideology into them, in the guise of imparting Arabic language classes in Tamil Nadu. NIA had earlier arrested and charge-sheeted Basha, his associates Irshath, Syed Abdur Rahman and Mohammed Hussain, who had been using the classrooms and social platforms to carry out their anti-national radicalisation and recruitment activities, the agency stated in a release. NIA investigations revealed that the accused had promoted Khilafat ideology and martyrdom through jihad, advocating violence and armed struggle to establish an Islamic state, after removing the democratically-elected government, it stated. According to the agency, the radicalisation and recruitment activities had led to the Coimbatore car bomb blast in October 2022, in which the suicide bomber Jamesha Mubeen carried out a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device attack in front of Sangameswarar temple in Coimbatore. The agency added that it was continuing with its investigation in the Tamil Nadu ISIS radicalisation and recruitment case as part of its efforts to check radical terror activities against the nation.
Business Recorder
05-06-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Smallholder farmers: HZSL signs strategic MoU with Bayer Pakistan
LAHORE: HBL Zarai Services Limited (HZSL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Habib Bank Limited (HBL), has entered into a strategic partnership with Bayer Pakistan (Pvt) Limited, a subsidiary of Bayer AG, to enhance smallholder farmer access to essential agricultural inputs, crop protection products, and high-quality seeds. An agreement was signed by senior representatives from both organizations in Lahore. Bayer Pakistan, through its Crop Science division, brings decades of global agricultural expertise and innovation, offering a comprehensive portfolio of crop protection and seed solutions. Currently reaching over two million smallholder farmers annually through direct engagement, Bayer is committed to expanding its reach and impact while improving agricultural productivity and promoting sustainable farming practices across Pakistan. Commenting on the partnership, Amer Aziz, CEO of HBL Zarai Services Limited, stated: 'At HZSL, we are committed to placing the farmer at the centre of Pakistan's agri-revolution. This collaboration with Bayer Pakistan is a meaningful step toward enabling access to high-quality farm inputs and innovative solutions that directly address the challenges faced by our farming community. Together, we will work to unlock greater yield potential, support informed decision-making, and foster a more resilient and inclusive agricultural economy.' Speaking on the occasion, Ahmed Ali, Managing Director and CEO of Bayer Pakistan, said: 'At Bayer, we're focused on getting close to our customers to meet their needs as best possible. For Pakistan's smallholder farmers, this means ensuring access to the products and services they need to protect and maximize yields, improve their livelihoods, and sustainably feed a growing population. We're pleased to be partnering with HBL Zarai Services on this vital mission and look forward to leveraging their expertise to serve more farmers, ultimately enhancing overall agricultural productivity and food security.' Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
29-05-2025
- Express Tribune
Two minors found murdered in Hafizabad
Assaults against minors to be punishable by up to seven years in prison. PHOTO: FILE The bodies of two young cousins were discovered in a locked metal trunk inside a relative's home. Eight-year-old Ahmed Ali and seven-year-old Arshman Ali went missing on the evening of May 28 after leaving home to play. Despite a desperate overnight search by their families, the children remained untraceable until 7:30am the next day. A foul odour led relatives to a locked trunk in the house of Arshman's uncle, Inzimam Ali. Upon opening it, the lifeless bodies of the two boys were found inside, sparking shock and outrage throughout the village. Police arrived promptly at the scene, secured the area, and sent the bodies for post-mortem examination. Although the exact cause of death is pending medical confirmation, preliminary signs suggest the boys may have been strangled or otherwise violently killed. An FIR has been registered at Kassoki Police Station on the complaint of the victims' families. The case has been filed under multiple sections of the Pakistan Penal Code, including 302 (murder), 363 (kidnapping), 147 (rioting), and 149 (unlawful assembly). Inzimam Ali and another accused, Zain Ali, are in police custody, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend three other unidentified suspects. The fact that one of the suspects is a close family member of the deceased has added a chilling dimension to the tragedy. Investigators are questioning the arrested individuals and say further arrests are and outrage have gripped the local community, where residents are demanding swift and exemplary justice.
Khaleej Times
29-03-2025
- Khaleej Times
Some UAE residents cancel Thailand Eid travel plans after deadly quake
A few UAE residents have cancelled their planned trip to Thailand to spend Eid Al Fitr holidays after a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar and neighbouring Thailand on Friday, March 28. There are travel agencies, however, that told Khaleej Times they have not received major cancellations for departures scheduled during the long weekend. Yet, there are those already in Thailand — who are supposed to fly back to the UAE on Saturday — that are now uncertain when they can leave as parts of Bangkok — Thailand's capital — were brought to a standstill. Dubai resident Ahmed Ali, along with his five friends, had initially planned to fly to Bangkok this Sunday. They were supposed to pay Dh3,700 each to their travel agent for a four-day holiday. But they were forced to cancel their trip at the last minute due to the earthquake that rattled the two neighbouring Southeast Asian countries. 'We were really looking forward to exploring Bangkok for the first time and enjoying the long weekend, but after seeing the news about the earthquake, we couldn't risk going there. Our safety comes first,' said Ali. The group instead decided they will spend Eid Al Fitr in Musandam, Oman. 'We are still trying to figure out where to stay. We will drive to Musandam, and hopefully, the experience will be good. We will make sure to take in all the sights and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere Musandam has to offer. It's not Bangkok, but we know we will have a great time nonetheless,' Ahmed added. Sold out tours Travel agents, meanwhile, said Thailand holiday packages for the long weekend were sold out long before the earthquake on Friday due to high interest among UAE residents. 'Thailand remains one of the most preferred destinations, and many UAE residents are eager to go there because it's a popular tourist destination for a quick getaway,' said Subair Thekepurathvalappil, senior manager at Wisefox Tourism. 'Despite the earthquake on Friday, we have not received any cancellations for departures scheduled this weekend. People are still excited and eager to travel as planned since many of them are also going to other popular places in Thailand such as Phuket and Chiang Mai,' added Thekepurathvalappil, noting they are also monitoring the situation and are prepared if cancellations will happen in the coming days. The powerful earthquake that rattled Myanmar and neighbouring Thailand resulted in a combined death toll of more than 700 while many workers were still reported trapped in an under-construction tower in Bangkok as at Saturday morning. 'The room was spinning' Dubai-based content creator Mariam George was in Bangkok when tremors hit the capital city and other areas of Thailand at 1.20pm local time. 'I was getting a massage when it happened and it was like the room was spinning and we all just ran out,' she said, speaking to Khaleej Times immediately after the quake. Mariam said her return flight to Dubai is supposed to be today (March 29). 'But the roads are all blocked and we haven't had any updates yet from the airline and the airport is reportedly shut down,' she added. Exercise caution Meanwhile, the UAE Embassy in Bangkok has urged citizens in Thailand to exercise caution. The mission also emphasised the need to follow safety instructions issued by the authorities. 'UAE nationals can contact 0097180024 or 0097180044444 in emergencies, and register for the Tawajudi service,' the mission said in a statement. The Thai missions in the UAE were also quick in issuing an advisory. In a statement sent to Khaleej Times on Friday, the Royal Thai Embassy in Abu Dhabi said: '(We) are closely monitoring the situation and developments in Bangkok. Rescue efforts have been deployed. Normal lines of communications remain operational, so foreigners in Thailand can still get in touch with their families back home as usual. 'In case of emergencies, we suggest reaching out to their respective embassies and consulates in Thailand for further assistance,' the Thai Embassy added. UAE-based airlines said flights between the UAE and Thailand are operating as per the schedule, while the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand earlier also said flights in and out of Bangkok are operating normally. The Thai Meteorological Department and the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation said the epicenter of the earthquake was approximately 320 kilometers from Pang Mapha, the northernmost district of Mae Hong Son province, in northern Thailand. The Thai government department said they are closely monitoring the situation as they warned of possible aftershocks.
