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India.com
2 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
India's Most Wanted, Pakistan's Most Protected: 7 Dreaded Terrorists Who Roam Freely In Islamabad
photoDetails english 2933806 For decades, India has accused Pakistan of not just turning a blind eye to terrorism but actively nurturing it. Despite international bounties, UN designations, and condemnations, seven of the world's most wanted terrorists, many responsible for deadly attacks on Indian soil, continue to live freely in Pakistan. From masterminds of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks to underworld figures like Dawood Ibrahim, these fugitives have found not just safe havens but often protection from the very institutions meant to fight terror. Let's take a closer look at the seven terrorists wanted by India and the international community, but shielded by Islamabad: Updated:Jul 18, 2025, 07:02 PM IST Hafiz Saeed – Founder, Lashkar‑e‑Taiba 1 / 7 (Photo Credit: IANS) Saeed is the founder of Lashkar-e-Taiba, the group responsible for the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks that killed 166 people. Despite being convicted and sentenced to lengthy jail terms for terror financing, he lives in a luxury residence in Lahore, officially classified as a 'sub-jail,' surveilled and guarded by Pakistan's elite forces. He operates from a sprawling complex in Muridke, widely known as the ideological and operational hub of LeT. Masood Azhar – Chief, Jaish‑e‑Mohammed 2 / 7 (Photo Credit: IANS) Azhar founded Jaish-e-Mohammed and is the man behind several major terror strikes, including the 2001 Parliament attack, the 2016 Pathankot assault, and the 2019 Pulwama suicide bombing. He remains free in Pakistan, recently spotted in Gilgit-Baltistan, over 1,000 km from his usual base in Bahawalpur. Though officially banned by Pakistan in 2002, JeM continues to operate openly—Azhar reportedly oversees operations from Pakistan-controlled Kashmir or Punjab. Dawood Ibrahim – D‑Company Kingpin 3 / 7 (Photo Credit: IANS, INTERPOL) India's most-wanted gangster and narcotics kingpin, Dawood Ibrahim, is accused of orchestrating the 1993 serial bombings that killed over 250 in Mumbai. Despite Pakistan's denials, intelligence places him in a high-security compound in Karachi, where he is believed to live under ISI protection and run a vast transnational crime syndicate. Indian agencies have traced his whereabouts to a high-security area, despite Pakistan's continued denials. Syed Salahuddin — Head, Hizbul Mujahideen 4 / 7 (Photo Credit: IANS, INTERPOL) Salahuddin heads the Hizbul Mujahideen and chairs the United Jihad Council. Salahuddin openly threatened to turn Kashmir into a 'graveyard for Indian forces.' He has openly admitted to backing militants in Kashmir and operates from Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Designated a global terrorist by the US, he continues to appear at public rallies and events in Pakistan. Sajid Mir – LeT Commander & Handler 5 / 7 (Photo Credit: IANS, INTERPOL) Mir coordinated the 2008 Mumbai attacks and handled operatives like David Headley. Wanted by both India and the U.S., he was reportedly detained briefly by Pakistan in 2022, but soon reappeared, undeterred. Experts consider the jail stint symbolic at best. Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi – LeT Operational Chief 6 / 7 (Photo Credit: IANS) Designated as the architect of 26/11, Lakhvi directed the execution of the Mumbai attacks and trained the terrorists involved. Lakhvi has faced intermittent arrests in Pakistan, including a five‑year sentence for terror financing. Yet he remains influential, reportedly directing operations and avoiding judicial traction, courts routinely grant him special privileges. Iqbal Bhatkal- Leader, Indian Mujahideen 7 / 7 (Photo Credit: INTERPOL) Iqbal Bhatkal is accused of several serial blasts, including those in Pune, Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad. A founder of the Indian Mujahideen, he fled to Pakistan years ago and is now believed to reside in Karachi under ISI protection. He remains high on India's most-wanted list, often called the 'Architect of Urban Bombings in India'
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Underworld don Dawood Ibrahim fell in love with these four beauties, one quit acting forever, one is missing, another is looking for..., they are...
For Bollywood, the 80s and 90s were filled with fear and terror. This was the time when the industry was under the control of the underworld and Dawood Ibrahim's name was famous in the industry. Whoever Dawood Ibrahim touched, his luck and career would shine. Be it an actress or an actor. Recently, Aashiqui fame Anu Agarwal had also revealed that underworld money was invested in Bollywood films, and in such a situation, the industry had to bow down to the underworld and agree to everything. Whom did Dawood Ibrahim fall in love with? During this time, Dawood Ibrahim fell in love with many beauties. These include names ranging from Mandakini of 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili' to Jasmine Dhunna of 'Veerana'. But the career of every beauty who got associated with Dawood benefited from it, but later on, most of the beauties had to leave the industry for some reason or the other. Today, we will tell you about those four beauties on whom underworld don Dawood Ibrahim fell in love. When Dawood fell in love with Mandakini Dawood's love for Bollywood actresses was never hidden. Dawood used to openly flirt with beautiful women and roam around with them. Dawood Ibrahim's love for 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili' fame Mandakini was in the headlines everywhere at one time. Not only Dawood, but Mandakini's heart also started beating for Dawood, and both were seen together many times. Dawood and Mandakini were also seen together at the race course and their pictures also went viral in those days, which also affected Mandakini's career. Due to her closeness with Dawood, Mandakini's career got a break and gradually she moved away from films and started being in the headlines due to controversies. Underworld don Dawood was reportedly in love with a Pakistani beauty After breaking up with Mandakini, Dawood fell in love with a new beauty, who was later accused of spying for India. We are talking about Anita Ayub. Anita got a lot of work in Bollywood despite being a Pakistani actress, and it is said that Dawood Ibrahim was behind this. When Anita Ayub was establishing herself in Bollywood, her love with Dawood also blossomed. Their love story was revealed when Dawood got film producer Javed Siddiqui shot dead for not giving Anita work in his film. In few years, Anita disappeared from films and there is not much information about where she is and what she is doing now. Anita got married twice, got married again when her first marriage failed and there is no information about where she is now. Jasmine Dhunna also fell in love with Dawood Ibrahim It is said that Dawood's heart also beat for the beautiful actress Jasmine Dhunna of Veerana. Dawood became crazy about the actress as soon as he saw Jasmine in Veerana. In such a situation, to save herself, Jasmine suddenly disappeared somewhere. It is said that to escape from Dawood Ibrahim, Jasmine Dhunna forgot her career and shifted abroad. Which country did she go to, how is her life there, all this remains a question till now. At the same time, it was also said in some reports that the actress went to Jordan and married a man there, but this too could not be confirmed. Dawood Ibrahim's name was linked with Mehwish Hayat Not only Anita Ayub, another Pakistani beauty's name has been linked with Dawood. Mehwish Hayat used to be an item girl in the Pakistani entertainment industry, and Dawood fell in love with her after seeing her in a song. As soon as Mehwish's name was linked with Dawood, her luck shone overnight, and she started appearing in lead roles in many dramas and films. Now Mehwish is Pakistan's top actress. She is 37 years old and has not married yet. Recently, Mehwish had also expressed her desire to get married, after which claims started being made on social media that she has broken up with Dawood. According to the Tribune, in an interview, Mehwish said, 'I have started thinking seriously about marriage. My mother is insisting a lot on my marriage.'
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Dawood Ibrahim was madly in love with this Dev Anand's heroine, killed the producer, she is now living as..., not Mandakini, name is...
Dawood Ibrahim was madly in love with this Dev Anand's heroine, killed the producer, she is now living as..., not Mandakini, name is... During the golden era of cinema, Bollywood had more drama than on-screen scripts. At that time, the industry was operating under the shadows of underworld figures. One such name who dominated headlines and secret lines was none other than Dawood Ibrahim. His influence and power over Bollywood were huge. From financing films, making casting choices, directing film releases, to even the interpersonal lives of actors and actresses, Dawood Ibrahim had a huge impact. Among the many lives that were affected by Dawood's influence, one life that had a huge impact was that of Pakistani actress Anita Ayub. Who was Anita Ayub? Anita Ayub was born in Karachi, Pakistan. Before venturing into acting, Anita completed her master's degree in English Literature. Later, she moved to India to pursue her passion and joined the Roshan Taneja Acting School in Mumbai. She started her showbiz career with modelling and was discovered by legendary actor-filmmaker Dev Anand in a magazine ad. Mesmerized by her striking beauty and strong presence, Dev Anand cast her in his film Pyar Ka Tarana (1993). Even though the film couldn't make a mark initially at the box office, it gradually got its due appreciation. Later, she also appeared in a superhit film, Gangster, which further raised her to fame. Why was Anita Ayub Blacklisted From The Industry? However, her budding career saw a dip as soon as the rumors of her relationship with underworld don Dawood Ibrahim started doing the rounds. She was frequently seen with Dawood Ibrahim, which sparked a media frenzy. As per reports, Dawood's relationship with Anita was the reason for her eclipsing career. It was also believed that the producer Javed Siddiqui, who had reportedly refused to cast Anita in a film, was shot dead; many people believed that the culprit behind this was none other than Dawood Ibrahim. Although Anita was never charged for this, this controversy left a mark on her name. Later, some reports also suspected that Anita was Dawood's spy. Even though the information was never officially confirmed, this allegation and suspicion led to Anita's blacklisting from the industry. Many people in the far turned down offers to her, and she was slowly sidelined from the world of entertainment. Eventually, Anita went back to Pakistan and later tied the knot with Indian businessman Saumil Patel. The duo also had a son, Shezar, but unfortunately, their marriage couldn't sustain itself for long, and they ended up getting divorced. After their separation, she married Pakistani businessman Subak Majeed and eventually settled in New York. Anita Ayub, who was once known as Bollywood's big thing, faded out faster than a fleeting dream.
NDTV
27-06-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Even A Common Man In Karachi Knows Where Dawood Ibrahim Lives: Ex-Diplomat To NDTV
Every resident of Karachi is familiar with fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim's whereabouts in the Pakistani city, former Indian diplomat Ruchi Ghanashyam has said. "Even a common man knows about Dawood Ibrahim's whereabouts in Karachi. Our driver once told us that one can first find (former Pakistan Prime Minister) Benazir Bhutto's house and if you go further down, there is Dawood Ibrahim's house," Ms Ghanashyam, who was the first Indian woman diplomat to be posted in Islamabad, said at the NDTV Creators Manch. "But Dawood does not have just one house in Karachi, he has several. I was a bit surprised but not anymore. It's in Pakistan's nature to hide the truth. Everyone knows this but no one will make an official comment," she added. Dawood, who heads a vast and multifaceted illegal business empire, emerged as India's most wanted men after the 1993 Mumbai bombings in which 257 people were killed and 700 were injured. Besides this, Dawood has been accused of masterminding other terror attacks and also faces multiple charges of money laundering and extortion. India and the US have also accused him of financing terror groups, including Al Qaeda and Lashkar-e-Taiba. India has long held that there is proof that Dawood has been living in Pakistan's largest city and financial capital - an assertion also confirmed by the United Nations. Pakistan, which had also denied Osama Bin Laden's presence in the country, has refuted the charge. In 2020, however, the Pakistan government inadvertently mentioned Dawood's presence in Karachi. In a notification in August that year, it announced sanctions on key figures of terror outfits such as 26/11 Mumbai attack mastermind and Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD) chief Hafiz Saeed, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) chief Masood Azhar, and Dawood. It claimed Dawood Ibrahim lives in "White House, Near Saudi Mosque, Clifton" in Karachi, and listed his other properties as "House Nu 37 - 30th Street - defence, Housing Authority, Karachi" and "Palatial bungalow in the hilly area of Noorabad in Karachi". Islamabad, later, distanced itself from the addresses, saying it was not the source of the information. "When Pakistan wanted to come out of the FATF (Financial Action Task Force)'s grey list, then this matter (Dawood's whereabouts) came to light. His addresses were mentioned in the FATF's list. Whenever talks are held between India and Pakistan, Pakistan never officially acknowledges anything," Ms Ghanashyam said.
India.com
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Dawood Ibrahim's brother used to work in Bollywood films, wrote songs for Salman Khan, Rishi Kapoor, Raveena Tandon, his name is..., songs are...
Dawood Ibrahim's brother used to work in Bollywood films, wrote songs for Salman Khan, Rishi Kapoor, Raveena Tandon, his name is..., songs are... Bollywood had a notorious history with the underworld mafia Dawood Ibrahim. Several movies were made on him, even after he left India and went abroad. It was following his departure that he attempted to make an indirect effect on the industry, via his brothers. One of his criminal brothers, Noor Ul Haq Kaskar, secretly used to work in Hindi films and was an aspiring lyricist. Fondly known as Noora, he wrote songs that starred Bollywood icons like Rishi Kapoor, Salman Khan and Raveena Tandon. Dawood Ibrahim's brother was was an aspiring songwriter and lyricist Noora wrote song Choom Loon Honth Tere Dil Ki Yahi Khwahish Hai, in the Rishi Kapoor-starrer film Shreemaan Aashique . He also penned Tumse Jo Dekhte Hi Pyar Hua for film Patthar Ke Phool , starring Salman Khan and Raveena Tandon. As recounted in The Indian Express, his most memorable contribution was the iconic song Tumse Jo Dekhte Hi. Popular journalist S Hussain Zaid once shared in his YouTube video, 'Noora was a shayarmizaaj aadmi… For Dawood, it was family first. If he ever had any differences with Iqbal or Noora, he wouldn't let anybody know of it. The 'tapori' type songs in films, he'd write those. He could do anything for his brothers. Everybody else came second.' Dawood Ibrahim's brother was a notorious criminal Reports suggest that beyond his creative side, Noora was deeply involved in Mumbai's underworld along with his brother Dawood Ibrahim during the 1980s and 90s. He was a feared gangster who was embedded in hafta vasooli (extortion) rackets. Noora was said to gave been killed in 2009, after it was claimed that he died of a heart attack. His death marked the end of straddling criminal activities and creative production.
