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IOL News
3 days ago
- Politics
- IOL News
No Lasting Peace: How Pakistan-based terror groups sabotage India-Pakistan relations
In 2000, the ''Chittisinghpura Massacre'' shocked the world when 35 Sikh villagers were murdered in Kashmir on the eve of U.S. President Bill Clinton's visit. Despite repeated calls for peace and dialogue, the history of India-Pakistan relations remains marred by a relentless pattern of cross-border terrorism. While diplomatic overtures and confidence-building measures have occasionally offered brief hope, a long list of terror attacks carried out by Pakistan-based militant groups reveals a stark reality: peace remains elusive as long as state-supported or state-tolerated terrorism continues. The cycle of violence dates back decades. One of the earliest large-scale attacks, the ''Mumbai Serial Blasts of 1993'', orchestrated by Dawood Ibrahim's D-Company with alleged support from Pakistani intelligence, left 257 people dead and over 1 400 injured. The attack marked the beginning of a bloody legacy of cross-border terrorism that would grow increasingly audacious. In 2000, the ''Chittisinghpura Massacre'' shocked the world when 35 Sikh villagers were murdered in Kashmir on the eve of U.S. President Bill Clinton's visit. The perpetrators belonged to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), one of the most active and dangerous Pakistan-based terror groups. The same year, LeT militants attacked the Red Fort** in Delhi, killing two Indian soldiers and a civilian — a direct assault on one of India's most iconic symbols. The 2001 Parliament attack in New Delhi was perhaps the most brazen provocation. Five terrorists from Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) stormed India's legislative heart, killing nine and bringing two nuclear-armed neighbours to the brink of war. Yet again, Pakistan's complicity in harbouring the attackers was evident. Terrorists continued to strike civilian targets. In 2002, LeT attackers killed 30 worshippers at the Akshardham Temple in Gujarat. In 2003, twin car bombings in Mumbai by the same group killed 52 people. In 2005, bombings in Delhi's bustling markets days before Diwali killed 62 civilians, with LeT claiming responsibility. The 26/11 Mumbai attacks in 2008 represented the deadliest assault yet. Over four days, ten LeT terrorists carried out coordinated attacks across the city, killing 166 people, including 26 foreign nationals.
News18
5 days ago
- News18
Gangster Ravi Pujari Acquitted In Dawood Ibrahim Gang Member's 1999 Murder
Last Updated: Anil Sharma, an alleged member of the Dawood Ibrahim gang, was shot dead by gangster Chhota Rajan's men in suburban Andheri on September 2, 1999, A special court here on Tuesday acquitted gangster Ravi Pujari in a case related to the 1999 murder of an alleged member of fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's gang. Special judge A M Patil acquitted Pujari rpt Pujari in the case registered against him under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) section for murder and relevant provisions of the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA). The reasoned order is yet to be made available. Anil Sharma, an alleged member of the Dawood Ibrahim gang, was shot dead by gangster Chhota Rajan's men in suburban Andheri on September 2, 1999, the prosecution said. Sharma was one of the chargesheeted accused in the shootout that had occurred on September 12, 1992 on the premises of J J Hospital in Mumbai, it said. The said shootout was allegedly carried out by the Dawood Ibrahim gang members, and Sharma was out on bail in that case. It is alleged by the prosecution that Sharma's murder was an outcome of the rivalry between gangs of Dawood and Rajan, and an act of organised crime syndicate. Earlier, the court had acquitted 11 accused in the case citing lack of evidence. Chhota Rajan, who had also been booked for his alleged role in the murder, was discharged from the case as prima facie there was no evidence available before the court to prove that Rajan was part of the conspiracy to commit Sharma's murder. First Published:
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Gangster Ravi Pujari acquitted in Dawood Ibrahim gang member's 1999 murder
A special court here on Tuesday acquitted gangster Ravi Pujari in a case related to the 1999 murder of an alleged member of fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's gang. Special judge A M Patil acquitted Pujari rpt Pujari, in the case registered against him under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) section for murder and relevant provisions of the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA). The reasoned order is yet to be made available. Anil Sharma, an alleged member of the Dawood Ibrahim gang, was shot dead by gangster Chhota Rajan's men in suburban Andheri on September 2, 1999, the prosecution said. Sharma was one of the chargesheeted accused in the shootout that had occurred on September 12, 1992 on the premises of J J Hospital in Mumbai, it said. The said shootout was allegedly carried out by the Dawood Ibrahim gang members, and Sharma was out on bail in that case. It is alleged by the prosecution that Sharma's murder was an outcome of the rivalry between gangs of Dawood and Rajan, and an act of organised crime syndicate. Earlier, the court had acquitted 11 accused in the case citing lack of evidence. Chhota Rajan, who had also been booked for his alleged role in the murder, was discharged from the case as prima facie there was no evidence available before the court to prove that Rajan was part of the conspiracy to commit Sharma's murder.
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
'Chal yahan se bahar nikal': India star Kapil Dev once told underworld don Dawood Ibrahim due to...
Dawood Ibrahim and Kapil Dev- File image Dawood Ibrahim entered the Indian dressing room? You must have heard many stories about underworld don Dawood Ibrahim. Moreover, Dawood Ibrahim's cricket connection is also widely known in Asia. A famous photo of the underworld don Dawood Ibrahim watching cricket at the Sharjah cricket ground in UAE can easily be seen on the internet, proving his love for the game. However, do you know that India's world cup winning captain Kapil Dev once told underworld don Dawood Ibrahim 'Chal yahan se bahar nikal'. Dawood Ibrahim entered the Indian dressing room? The story dates back to 1986 when Dawood Ibrahim had once reportedly entered the dressing room of the Indian cricket team. As per Kapil Dev's teammate Dilip Vengsarkar, Dawood Ibrahim had once entered the dressing room of the Indian cricket team and offered a massive prize to the players of Indian cricketers. While India was scheduled to play a match in Sharjah in 1986, Dawood Ibrahim entered the Indian dressing room. Dawood Ibrahim's offer to the Indian team Introduced by famous actor Mehmood as a businessman, Dawood Ibrahim reportedly made an offer to the players of Team India where he said that 'If the Indian team wins tomorrow's final match, then all the players will get a Toyota Corolla car each as a gift.' After Dawood reportedly made the offer, all members of Indian cricket team were shocked and before anything could happen, Kapil Dev entered the place and asked actor Mahmood Saheb to come out of the dressing room. After he saw Dawood Ibrahim, he got angry and said, Who is this man? Get out'. After hearing Kapil's comments, Dawood Ibrahim walked out of the dressing room without reacting. This incident is known as 'Sharjah dressing room scandal'. For those unversed, Dawood Ibrahim is an Indian mob boss, drug lord, and terrorist. As per media reports, Dawood heads the Indian organised crime syndicate D-Company, which he founded in Mumbai in the 1970s.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anu Aggarwal on dealing with fame as big as Shah Rukh Khan's: 'We had like guards coming with guns... It was madness'
Anu Aggarwal, the Aashiqui fame, recounts the intense stardom she faced, highlighting overwhelming fan frenzy and safety concerns due to constant crowds. She unveils Bollywood's past connections with the underworld, where figures like Dawood Ibrahim influenced film deals. She observes the industry's evolution, noting discerning audiences and the rise of South Indian cinema, making the current landscape more interesting. Anu Aggarwal , who shot to fame with the blockbuster Aashiqui , recently opened up about the whirlwind of stardom she experienced early in her career. From overwhelming fan frenzy to the darker undercurrents of Bollywood's past, she shared candid insights on how fame changed her life and how the industry has evolved over the years. Overwhelming Fame and Safety Concerns In conversation with Pinkvilla, Anu recalled how overwhelming the attention became. She described it as a frightening experience, with fans crowding outside her building day and night. Fortunately, she lived in a government-allotted MLA/MP building, which meant there was police protection in place. Armed guards—sometimes up to ten—were stationed at the gates to control the crowd and prevent anyone from entering. 'It was madness,' she said, looking back at the surreal intensity of her early stardom. The actress revealed that during her peak fame, fans would come from different countries just to catch a glimpse of her building, similar to the craze Shah Rukh Khan experiences today. She mentioned that Shah Rukh is now her neighbor and reflected on how intense her own stardom was back then, admitting she eventually chose to step away from the spotlight to escape the overwhelming attention. Underworld Influence in Bollywood She also revealed that during her time, Bollywood was heavily influenced by underworld figures like Dawood Ibrahim , with many deals happening behind the scenes. She explained that a significant portion of the film industry's money was linked to the underworld. Changing Times: A New Bollywood Landscape During the interview, the actress also shared her perspective on the current state of the film industry. She mentioned that she finds today's scene much more interesting compared to five or ten years ago. Noting that filmmaking has evolved globally, including the rise of South Indian cinema, she observed that audiences have become more discerning and no longer simply flock to films based solely on star power.
