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United News of India
12-07-2025
- United News of India
NIA arrests key conspirator in ISIS Pune sleeper module case
Pune July 12 (UNI) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a suspected terrorist associated with the Islamic State (ISIS) in connection with a planned terror conspiracy. NIA in a statement today said that the 11th accused Rizwan Ali, along with the 10 other accused, had conspired to commit a series of terror acts to destabilize the country and spread communal disharmony. The accused, Rizwan Ali, is known by multiple names Sami Ali, Abul Salina, and Danish, was apprehended from Lucknow. He is a resident of the Daryaganj area in Delhi. The arrest comes as part of an ongoing investigation into attempts to carry out terror attacks across major Indian cities including Pune and Mumbai. The case first surfaced in 2023 when two individuals were arrested in Pune's Kothrud area in connection with a motorcycle theft. During the probe, authorities discovered their involvement in a larger terror plot, including plans to launch attacks across the country. Further investigation revealed that the duo had been residing in the Kondhwa area of Pune. A police raid at their residence in Kondhwa led to the seizure of bomb-making materials and documents containing sensitive information related to key defence establishments of the city. Initially handled by the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), the case was later transferred to the NIA. Upon taking over the investigation, the NIA discovered the accused had links with ISIS operatives active in Pune, Mumbai, and Thane. It was also found that these individuals were trying to radicalize and recruit local youth into the terror network. A case was filed by the NIA against 11 suspects, including a doctor from Pune. Rizwan Ali had been on the run since the case was registered. He was actively involved in training others in the use of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and firearms. His arrest is considered a significant breakthrough in the Pune terror conspiracy case. In addition to Rizwan Ali, ten others have been named in the charge sheet filed under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). UNI SP AAB
India Today
11-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Investigation agency arrests 11th key accused in ISIS Pune sleeper module case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested Rizwan Ali, also known as Abu Salma and Mola, the 11th key accused in the ISIS Pune sleeper module who carried a reward of Rs 3 lakh and was subject to a standing Non-Bailable Warrant issued by the NIA Special Court, was wanted for his active role in furthering the terror agenda of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).advertisementAccording to the NIA, Rizwan was involved in conducting reconnaissance of potential hideouts, organising arms training sessions, and teaching the fabrication of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). His arrest is linked to case number RC-05/2023/NIA/MUM, which pertains to a broader anti-India conspiracy allegedly planned by ISIS operatives. Rizwan and the 10 others accused already in judicial custody had conspired to execute terror attacks aimed at destabilising the country and inciting communal previously arrested individuals include Mohammed Imran Khan, Mohammed Yunus Saki, Abdul Kadir Pathan, Simab Nasiruddin Kazi, Zulfikar Ali Barodawala, Shamil Nachan, Akif Nachan, Shahnawaz Alam, Abdullah Faiyaz Shaikh, and Talha have been chargesheeted under various provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, Explosive Substances Act, Arms Act, and the Indian Penal NIA has stated that investigations are ongoing as part of a broader effort to dismantle ISIS-linked terror networks plotting to wage war against the Indian government and impose Islamic rule through violence and subversion.- EndsMust Watch
India Gazette
11-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
NIA arrests 11th key conspirator in ISIS Pune sleeper module case
New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested another key conspirator wanted in the ISIS Pune sleeper module case, the agency said on Friday. Rizwan Ali alias Abu Salma alias Mola is the 11th accused to be arrested in the case and had carried a reward of Rs three lakh for information leading to his capture. The NIA Special Court had also issued a standing Non Bailable Warrant (NBW) against Rizwan, who was actively involved in promoting the terror activities of the designated foreign terror outfit, the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). As part of the anti-India conspiracy of the ISIS, which is also known by various other names, NIA said, Rizwan had played an active role in the reconnaissance and recce of various locations for use as terrorist hideouts, according to the agency. 'Rizwan was also involved in conducting firing classes and training in the fabrication of Improvised Explosive Devices (IED),' said the NIA. Along with the 10 other accused already arrested and in judicial custody, Rizwan had conspired to commit a series of terror acts to destabilise the country and spread communal disharmony, said the agency. Besides Rizwan Ali, the other arrested sleeper cell members are identified as Mohammed Imran Khan, Mohammed Yunus Saki, Abdul Kadir Pathan, Simab Nasiruddin Kazi, Zulfikar Ali Barodawala, Shamil Nachan, Akif Nachan, Shahnawaz Alam, Abdullah Faiyaz Shaikh and Talha Khan. All the accused have been chargesheeted by NIA under various sections of Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, Explosive Substances Act, Arms Act and Indian Penal Code (IPC). NIA said it is continuing with its investigation in the case as part of its efforts to scuttle the ISIS or IS conspiracy to establish Islamic rule in the country through violence and terror, by waging a war against the Government of India. (ANI)
Indian Express
11-07-2025
- Indian Express
NIA nabs eleventh accused in ISIS Pune sleeper module case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday said it arrested another alleged key conspirator wanted in the ISIS Pune sleeper module case. The accused, identified as Rizwan Ali alias Abu Salma alias Mola, is the 11th accused to be arrested in the case and had carried a reward of Rs 3 lakh for information leading to his capture. He was produced before the Special NIA court and was sent to NIA custody till July 18. The NIA Special Court had also issued a standing non-bailable warrant (NBW) against Rizwan, who the agency said was actively involved in promoting the terror activities of the designated foreign terror outfit, the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). As part of the anti-India conspiracy of the ISIS, which is also known by various other names, Rizwan had played an active role in the reconnaissance and recce of various locations for use as terrorist hideouts, NIA said. He was also involved in conducting firing classes and training in the fabrication of Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), as per NIA investigations in the case. Along with the 10 other accused already arrested and in judicial custody, Rizwan had conspired to commit a series of terror acts to destabilise the country and spread communal disharmony.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
ISIS Pune module: NIA arrests key conspirator from Lucknow; was on the run with Rs 3 lakh bounty
NEW DELHI: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested another key conspirator wanted in the ISIS Pune sleeper module case, from Lucknow. Rizwan Ali @Abu Salma @ Mola, the 11th accused to be arrested in the case, was carrying a reward of Rs 3 lakh for information leading to his arrest. The NIA Special Court had issued a standing non-bailable warrant (NBW) against Rizwan, who was actively involved in promoting the terror activities of the designated foreign terror outfit, the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). As part of the anti-India conspiracy of the ISIS, Rizwan had allegedly played an active role in the reconnaissance and recce of various locations for use as terrorist hideouts. He was also involved in conducting classes/training on firing of arms and fabrication of improvised explosive devices (IED), as per NIA investigations in the case. Rizwan, along with the 10 other accused already arrested and currently in judicial custody, had conspired to commit a series of terror acts to destabilise the country and spread communal disharmony. Besides Rizwan Ali, the other arrested sleeper cell members are identified as Mohammed Imran Khan, Mohammed Yunus Saki, Abdul Kadir Pathan, Simab Nasiruddin Kazi, Zulfikar Ali Barodawala, Shamil Nachan, Akif Nachan, Shahnawaz Alam, Abdullah Faiyaz Shaikh and Talha Khan. All the accused have been chargesheeted by NIA under various sections of UA (P) Act, Explosive Substances Act, Arms Act and IPC. NIA on Friday said it is continuing with its investigation in the case as part of its efforts to scuttle the ISIS/IS conspiracy to establish Islamic rule in the country through violence and terror, by waging a war against the Government of India.
