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Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Pakistan-based terror outfits could use Nepal to launch attacks on India: Nepalese official
Representative image NEW DELHI: In a blunt warning that has confirmed the worst fears of Indian security establishment, a senior Nepalese govt advisor has cautioned that Pakistan-based terrorist organisations were likely to exploit Nepal's geography to launch attacks on India. During a seminar on challenges to regional peace and security in South Asia in Kathmandu, Sunil Bahadur Thapa, principal political advisor to the president of Nepal and former minister of industry, said Pakistan-based UN-designated terrorist groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Muhammed (JeM) posed risks to India and could potentially use Nepal as a transit point for their nefarious objectives. The vulnerability of Nepal to terrorism was highlighted through specific incidents, such as hijacking of Indian Airlines flight IC-814 from Kathmandu. Pakistani terrorist groups have been known to utilise Nepal as a transit route to infiltrate into India. Notable cases include the arrest of Abdul Karim Tunda, a top LeT operative involved in over 40 bombings in India, who was held on the India-Nepal border in 2013. The case of Mirza Dilshad Beg, an assassinated Indian-Nepali parliamentarian who had links with Dawood Ibrahim's D-company and ISI, is another case in point. Yasin Bhatkal, co-founder of Indian Mujahideen, was apprehended by Nepal police in 2013 and handed over to Indian authorities. In April 2024, Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) had arrested two Pakistani nationals - Mohammed Altaf Bhat and Sayyed Gajanfar - along with their aide Nasir Ali, near the Nepal border. A Nepalese citizen was among those who were targeted on the basis of their Hindu faith by jihadis in Pahalgam in April this year. The seminar, organised by Nepal Institute for International Cooperation & Engagement, brought together experts, policymakers and former officials to discuss the threat of terrorism in the region. Speakers emphasised that terrorism in the region has far-reaching consequences, including economic losses, and hindered regional integration and stressed the need for global unity and cooperation to combat terrorism, citing the importance of intelligence sharing and joint border patrolling between India and Nepal. Speakers at the seminar included Thapa; Minendra Rijal, former defence minister of Nepal; Chanda Chaudhary, member of Parliament; Shisir Khanal, former minister; Dinesh Bhattarai, former diplomat; N P Saud, former minister of foreign affairs; Purna Silwal, former major general of the Nepal army; and Madhu Raman Acharya, former foreign secretary of Nepal.
News18
6 days ago
- Politics
- News18
'No Let-Up In Cross-Border Terror': MEA Slams Pakistan For Backing Terrorism Against India
Last Updated: The MEA, in its official report of 2024, India has consistently urged Pakistan to take concrete, verifiable and irreversible steps to curb terrorism emanating from Pakistan India has hit out at Pakistan for its continued support for terror, saying there has been no let-up in cross-border terrorism. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in its official report of 2024, India has consistently urged Pakistan to take concrete, verifiable and irreversible steps to curb terrorism emanating from Pakistan. 'Several UN-designated terrorists and terrorist entities continue to thrive in Pakistan. Pakistan has not demonstrated any sincerity in delivering justice to the families of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks," it said. India and Pakistan engaged in a military conflict after the Indian armed forces struck nine terror sites in Pakistan and PoK in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 people were killed in April this year. The MEA said India continues to face cross-border terrorism as well as hostile and fabricated propaganda generated by Pakistan. 'Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism remains a core concern. India has persistently asked Pakistan to respect the January 2004 commitment of not allowing its soil/ territory under its control to be used for terrorism against India. There has been no let-up in cross-border terrorism," read the statement. The ministry said Pakistan engages in disinformation campaigns and anti-India propaganda globally to vilify India. 'The Indian government has completely and unequivocally rejected in entirety all such actions and statements by Pakistan on matters which are completely internal to India," it added. As per the MEA report, the use of military-grade weapons, drones, communication equipment and underground tunnels for infiltration by terrorists, as well as smuggling of arms and narcotics into India across the Line of Control and the International Boundary, points to the existence of a state-supported terrorist ecosystem directed against India. The MEA said India continues to raise the issue of terrorism emanating from Pakistan directed at India, at various bilateral and multilateral fora including at the UN. 'Instances of crossborder infiltration, ceasefire violations, illegal construction along the border, smuggling of narcotics and weapons and violation of bilateral agreements have also been regularly raised through diplomatic channels with Pakistan. This has led to a greater awareness in the international community on Pakistan's use of terrorism as a tool of statecraft," it added. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
LeT-Jaish terrorists from Pakistan may use Nepal as transit to enter India
The Nepal Institute for International Cooperation and Engagement (NIICE) organized a high-level seminar on 'Terrorism in South Asia: Challenges to Regional Peace and Security' on July 9 in Kathmandu. Sunil Bahadur Thapa, Advisor to the President of Nepal and former Minister of Industry, shared that Groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), which are UN-designated terrorist organizations, have historical ties to Al-Qaida and operate in Pakistan, posing risks to India and potentially using Nepal as a transit point. Dr. Minendra Rijal, Former Defence Minister of Nepal, stressed that a terrorist attack on India will have spillover effects on Nepal. He noted that Pakistan's promotion of terrorism has not only made SAARC inactive but also hindered regional economic integration and caused significant economic loss for Pakistan. He called for global unity—similar to the solidarity seen after the September 11 attacks in the United States—to combat terrorism effectively. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Design & Build Your Dream Office Officebanao Book Now Undo Chanda Chaudhary, Member of Parliament and former Minister for Women, Children, and Senior Citizens, highlighted the importance of curbing money laundering as a means to prevent cross-border terrorism. Shisir Khanal, former Minister, appreciated India's immediate and forceful response, including military action through 'Operation Sindoor' and diplomatic expulsions of Pakistan has established a new threshold in regional counter-terrorism. Dr. Dinesh Bhattarai, former Diplomat and Advisor to Former Prime of Nepal shared Pahalgam attack was the deadliest attack in recent years, because the victims were brutally killed after asked them to disclose their religion and shot in their head. NP Saud, former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of Irrigation, stated that Nepal and regional powers should develop a clear mechanism to control terrorism, warning that terrorism affects everyone indiscriminately. Live Events Dr. Purna Silwal, former Major General of the Nepal Army, emphasized that countries must avoid double standards in counter-terrorism efforts if terrorism is to be eradicated. Ambassador Madhu Raman Acharya, former Foreign Secretary of Nepal stressed on the need for intelligence sharing and joint border patrolling between India and Nepal. He added that in the fight against terrorism we are with India. Sumitra Karki, Director of NIICE, referred to the hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC-814 from Kathmandu by Harkat-ul-Mujahideen and the April terror attack in Pahalgam by Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba that killed 26 civilians, including one Nepali national, to highlight Nepal's vulnerability to terrorism. Dr. Pramod Jaiswal, Research Director at NIICE, stated that Pakistan has been the epicenter of terrorism in South Asia, with a history of nurturing and harboring terrorists. He also cited a recent admission by Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif, who publicly acknowledged that Pakistan had supported, funded, and trained terrorists for nearly three decades for the US, UK, and Western interests. The seminar brought together senior political leaders, former ministers, security experts, academicians, and scholars, and was attended by over 150 participants, including members of the diplomatic community, civil society, policymakers, security personnel, journalists, and academics.
India.com
09-07-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Who is Hina Rabbani Khar, the former Foreign Minister of Pakistan, shamelessly exposed on live TV for...
Hina Khar- File image Islamabad: Hina Rabbani Khar was recently exposed on LIVE television when she was defending a UN-designate terrorist and got publicly challenged over claims that the US- and UN-designated Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist, Hafiz Abdur Rauf, led funeral prayers in Pakistan. Here are all the details you need to know about Hina Rabbani Khar and the recent controversy that is going viral on the internet. Who is Hina Rabbani Khar? Hina Rabbani Khar is a Pakistani stateswoman and economist who was the 26th Foreign Minister of Pakistan. Coming from a powerful feudal family, Hina began her political career in 2002 in the government of Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz and subsequently served in the Finance Ministry and Foreign Ministry as Minister of State. The World Economic Forum mentions that Hina served again in the Finance Ministry in the absence of the then Finance Minister in 2009 after successfully contesting the 2008 general election. Notably, Hina Rabbani Khar was appointed the first female Foreign Minister in July 2011. She is widely regarded as one of the highest ranking women in Pakistani politics. Why is Hina Rabbani Khar in news? Former Pakistani Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar was exposed on LIVE television when she was publicly challenged over claims that a US- and UN-designated Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist, Hafiz Abdur Rauf, led funeral prayers in Pakistan. 'I am telling you, with authority, with evidence which has been shared with the whole world, that this is not the man that you (India) are claiming it to be. That is not the man you are claiming it to be,' she said, holding up the photo as part of her argument', Hina was seen saying in the viral video. Watch video: Former Pak Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar, speaking to Al-Jazeera, claimed that thousands of Abdur Raufs exist in Pakistan. Lashkar terrst Hafiz Abdul Rauf, who led the funeral at Muridke, was a completely different person. Proving terrst Hafiz Abdul Rauf's innocence is… — OsintTV 📺 (@OsintTV) July 8, 2025 'They (Pakistan army) said that he's a member of a political party, and they released his national ID number. That ID number is the same one as on the US sanctions list. So, according to the US sanctions terrorist list, this man is a terrorist,' the journalist said, exposing the contradiction in Pakistan's narrative.
United News of India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
India, Brazil sign agreement on cooperation in combating terrorism and transnational organised crime
New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) India and Brazil have signed several agreements, including one on combating international terrorism and transnational organised crime, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's State visit to Brazil, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said today. The agreements aim to enhance cooperation between the two countries in various areas. A Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in renewable energy and another MoU on cooperation for the sharing of successful large-scale digital solutions for digital transformation were also inked, said MEA Secretary (East) P Kumaran, addressing a special press briefing on PM Modi's State Visit to Brazil. After the delegation-level talks, there was a signing and exchange of MoUs and agreements. Three agreements and seven MoUs were signed today and exchanged in front of the President and the Prime Minister. India and Brazil issued a joint statement in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism and violent extremism. They emphasized the urgent need for a unified international response, affirming that no justification exists for such heinous acts. In a significant step, both sides welcomed the signing of the Brazil-India Agreement on Cooperation in Combating International Terrorism and Transnational Organized Crime. The leaders also underscored their intent to disrupt terror financing, including through mechanisms such as the United Nations and the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). "The leaders called for concerted action against all UN-designated terrorists and terrorist entities, including those listed by the 1267 UNSC Sanctions Committee, such as Lashkar-e-Tayyiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM). The leaders reaffirmed their strong commitment to continue taking active measures to disrupt terror financing channels, including through the UN and FATF," the joint statement said. Both leaders unequivocally condemned terrorism, including cross-border terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations. "Both sides stressed the urgent need for a united international response to terrorism and emphasized that such heinous acts have no justification. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to cooperate in preventing and combating transnational organized crime and terrorism," the joint statement reads. "In this context, they welcomed the signing of the Brazil-India Agreement on Cooperation in Combating International Terrorism and Transnational Organized Crime. They also praised the adoption of the United Nations Convention on Cybercrime and pledged to support its signing ceremony, scheduled to take place in Hanoi in 2025," it added. An agreement on the Exchange and Mutual Protection of Classified Information and another agreement on Mutual Legal Assistance in Civil Matters were exchanged between both the sides. Seven Memorandum of Understanding that were signed includes: MoU on Cooperation in Renewable Energy, MoU on Agricultural Research between EMBRAPA and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, MoU on Cooperation for the Sharing of Successful Large-Scale Digital Solutions for Digital Transformation, MoU on Cooperation in the field of Intellectual Property between DPIIT of India and MDIC of Brazil,MoU on Defense Industry Cooperation, MoU on Sports Cooperation. Another MoU on Archival Cooperation was also inked. The leaders directed the relevant government bodies in each country to collaborate with a view to concluding the following bilateral instruments at the earliest opportunity: Agreement on Mutual Legal Assistance in Civil Matters. Both the leaders, in the joint statement, recognised the convergent views and strategic complementarities in defense and security matters between Brazil and India, the leaders welcomed the growing defense cooperation, including participation in joint military exercises and the exchange of high-level defense delegations. "In an increasingly challenging global scenario marked by growing protectionism, the leaders reaffirmed their willingness to deepening bilateral economic and trade relations. Recognizing the huge potential for growth in trade flows between their countries, they agreed to explore commercial and technological complementarities between both countries and to further collaborate, including through bilateral partnerships, in the following key industrial sectors: (i) pharmaceutical industry; (ii) defence equipment; (iii) mining & minerals; and (iv) oil & gas sector, including research, exploration, extraction, refining, and distribution," the joint statement said. The leaders welcomed the increasing bilateral cooperation in the pharmaceutical sector, driven by the complementarity between the two countries. They noted with satisfaction the increasing number of Indian pharmaceutical companies with operations in Brazil and further encouraged the establishment of partnerships with Brazilian health and pharmaceutical companies to assist in local production of essential medicines, including generic medicines and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). They also encouraged relevant institutions from both countries to explore joint research and development initiatives to develop new medicines, including for neglected and tropical diseases. They shared the view that further collaboration in pharmaceutical industry will strengthen the health sector in both countries and contribute to building an agenda of equitable access to affordable quality medicines across the Global South. PM Modi state visit to Brazil at the invitation of President Silva reaffirmed the enduring friendship and deepening strategic partnership between both the countries. The leaders' joint vision not only signals a new phase in bilateral ties but also positions India and Brazil as pivotal voices advocating for equity and reform in global governance. UNI AAB GNK 1118
