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First Post
9 hours ago
- Politics
- First Post
Is Pakistan behind kidnapping of three Indians in Iran?
India is probing the involvement of Pakistan and its ISI in the abduction of three Indians in Iran after the families of the victims received ransom calls from Pakistani phone number read more India is investigating the role of Pakistan and its spy agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in the abduction of three Indians in Iran. According to a report by The Economic Times, the probe began after the families of the Indian nationals received calls from a Pakistani phone number. The three Indians who have been abducted in Iran are from Punjab's Sangrur, Hoshiarpur and SBS Nagar. The sources close to the matter told ET that they went missing in Iran and the authorities are making efforts to trace them 'urgently'. The three abductees have been identified as Hushanpreet Singh (Sangrur), Jaspal Singh (SBS Nagar) and Amritpal Singh (Hoshiarpur). STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The three Indian nationals went missing on May 1 after they landed in Tehran. Sources close to the matter told ET that ISI might be trying to prove that the Indians were involved in 'espionage' in Pakistan. Indian embassy issued a statement Meanwhile, the Indian embassy in Tehran also issued a statement on the matter. 'Family members of three Indian citizens have informed the Embassy of India that their relatives are missing after having travelled to Iran. The embassy has strongly taken up this matter with the Iranian authorities and requested that the missing Indians be urgently traced and their safety should be ensured,' the Indian embassy in Iran recently said in a statement. The embassy noted that it is 'keeping the family members regularly updated' on the efforts being made by it in the case. Meanwhile, a report from The Financial Express noted that these three men had been lured by an agent in Punjab who promised to send them to Australia through a route that passed via Dubai and Iran. The agent was based in Hoshiarpur and is currently untraceable. What is also concerning is the fact that this is the second case in the past year involving Indian nationals going missing in Iran. In the past, Iranian authorities have urged Indians to be cautious while travelling abroad and not fall prey to illegal agents and trafficking networks.
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Spying for Pak: Delhicops arrest man fromDeeg; brothers missing
Alwar: The Delhi police special cell on Friday arrested a 32-year-old man, Mohammad Qasim, from Gangora village in Deeg district on charges of espionage for Pakistan. The arrest comes just days after his initial detention and subsequent release by the Rajasthan police. Qasim is accused of sharing sensitive information with Pakistani officer Ehsan-ur-Rahim, who was recently expelled from the Pakistan High Commission in India, said sources. Intelligence sources reveal that Qasim made two visits to Pakistan, in Aug 2024 and March 2025, allegedly receiving espionage training from Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The case took a complex turn as Qasim's three brothers — Haseen, Ishtiaq and Afzal Maulana — disappeared from their village after initial questioning on May 23. Sources indicate that Haseen, the eldest brother, had previously undergone similar training in Pakistan but was unable to continue due to visa complications, leading him to recruit Qasim for the operation. The special cell conducted raids in Gangora and surrounding villages on Friday in search of the missing brothers. SP Deeg Rajesh Kumar Meena confirmed the arrest but deferred comments on the investigation to Delhi special cell officials. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Investigation revealed that Qasim, a former Tihar Jail inmate who served five years for kidnapping, had allegedly supplied SIM cards to individuals in Delhi to facilitate communication with Pakistani operatives. Local villagers described him as a labourer who also sold amulets after returning from Delhi a decade ago. Qasim, who was previously detained and interrogated by the Rajasthan police and intelligence agencies on May 23, was released after four days of questioning in Jaipur. However, the investigation took a new turn after Delhi police found evidence against him, leading to his arrest on May 28.
Economic Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Economic Times
Delhi Police uncovers ISI-linked spy network, arrests Rajasthan man with Pakistan ties
Delhi Police Special Cell arrested a man from Rajasthan's Mewat region for allegedly spying for Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). Identified as Qasim, the suspect reportedly travelled to Pakistan twice for spycraft training. He is accused of sharing sensitive information on military movements and radicalising others. His arrest follows months of surveillance, with two others still on the run. Officials confirmed that Indian SIM cards were sent to Pakistan to support the espionage operation. Investigations are ongoing. Disclaimer Statement: This content is authored by a 3rd party. The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). ET does not guarantee, vouch for or endorse any of its contents nor is responsible for them in any manner whatsoever. Please take all steps necessary to ascertain that any information and content provided is correct, updated, and verified. ET hereby disclaims any and all warranties, express or implied, relating to the report and any content therein. More
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- New Indian Express
34-year-old held on charges of spying for Pakistan
NEW DELHI: Delhi Police's Special Cell on Thursday has arrested a 34-year-old man, Qasim, on charges of espionage for Pakistan's intelligence agency. He had allegedly travelled to Pakistan twice and met operatives of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). Police said Qasim also underwent a month-long training session in Pakistan during his second visit. In September, the Special Cell received inputs that Indian mobile numbers were being used by Pakistan Intelligence Operatives (PIOs) for espionage. These SIM cards were allegedly sent to Pakistan by Indian nationals. Qasim's name surfaced during the development of secret intelligence. Investigators found he had traveled to Pakistan twice—first in 2024 and again in March 2025—staying for about 90 days and meeting ISI officials. Police said the PIOs used these SIMs via WhatsApp to communicate with Indians and extract sensitive information about military and government installations.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Rajasthan man held for sending SIM cards to Pakistan for espionage
The Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested a 34-year-old man from Rajasthan's Bharatpur on charges of espionage, allegedly carried out on the directions of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), officials said on Thursday. The accused, identified as Mohammad Kasim, a Muslim cleric, was reportedly in contact with his handler in Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) through encrypted messaging apps and social media platforms, according to officers familiar with the case. Read: 20-year-old college dropout arrested for spying in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra His arrest comes amid 'Operation Sindoor,' India's covert offensive launched on May 7 in Pakistan in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 tourists. 'In September 2024, intelligence inputs indicated that Indian mobile numbers were being used by Pakistani intelligence operatives for espionage. These SIM cards were being smuggled into Pakistan by some Indian citizens,' according to a statement by the special cell. Kasim's name surfaced during the development of this information. It was later confirmed that he had visited Pakistan twice—first in August 2024 and then in March 2025—staying there for about 90 days in total and meeting ISI personnel, the statement added. According to two investigators familiar with the case, Kasim was trained in espionage, including how to gather and transmit sensitive information and establish secure communication with ISI handlers. His brother, who is currently absconding and also suspected to be working for the ISI, reportedly accompanied him on these trips to receive anti-India assignments. Read more: Pakistani espionage network: UP ATS to bring 3 suspects face to face, grill them over links A senior police officer, who asked not to be identified, said that based on surveillance—both manual and electronic—Kasim was found to be supplying Indian SIM cards to ISI agents. These were used to contact and lure Indians into sharing sensitive information about the Indian Army and government officials via secure messaging and calling applications. After Kasim's involvement in espionage activities against India was confirmed, he was picked up from his hometown in Bharatpur, formally arrested, and brought to Delhi. He has been booked under relevant sections of the Official Secrets Act (OSA), a first information report (FIR) regarding which was registered at the special cell police station. Also read: YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra was in contact with 4 Pakistani operatives, cops reveal On Thursday, he was produced before a Delhi court, which remanded him to police custody for further interrogation. 'Kasim's initial questioning revealed that his handlers had instructed him to gather and transmit photographs and information regarding sensitive Indian defence installations in Rajasthan, including troop movements and artillery placements,' said a second officer familiar with the investigation.
