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Time of India
6 days ago
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- Time of India
YouTuber Jasbir Singh tried to erase all links to Pakistani agents after Jyoti Malhotra's arrest, says Punjab DGP
NEW DELHI: Jasbir Singh , arrested in a Pakistan-backed espionage case, attempted to delete all traces of his communication with key Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) in the network soon after the arrest of YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, Punjab Police said. 'After Jyoti Malhotra's arrest, Jasbir attempted to erase all traces of his communications with these PIOs to avoid detection,' said the Director General of Police (DGP), Punjab Police. Read also: Who is YouTuber Jasbir Singh? Man arrested for 'links' with Pakistan-backed spy network Singh, a resident of Mahlan village in Rupnagar, was arrested by the State Special Operations Cell (SSOC) in Mohali. He ran a YouTube channel named 'Jaan Mahal' and is believed to have maintained close contact with several Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) suspected of operating under the influence of Pakistani handlers. Among them are Haryana-based YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, previously arrested on espionage charges, and Ehsan-ur-Rahim alias Danish, a Pakistani national who was expelled from the Pakistani High Commission in India. Jasbir Singh was reportedly invited by Danish to the Pakistan National Day event held in Delhi, where he interacted with Pakistani Army officials and vloggers, according to the DGP, Punjab Police. Also read: 'Had close links with Jyoti Malhotra': After Malhotra, another YouTuber Jasbir Singh arrested in Pakistan-backed espionage case He is also reported to have travelled to Pakistan on three separate occasions — in 2020, 2021, and 2024. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo His seized electronic devices contained multiple Pakistan-based contact numbers, which are currently undergoing forensic analysis, said the DGP. He was also in touch with another PIO, Shakir alias Jutt Randhawa, who is believed to be a crucial link in the terror-backed intelligence network. An FIR has been registered at SSOC, Mohali. A comprehensive investigation is underway to trace the full extent of the espionage network and identify more collaborators, said the DGP, Punjab Police. 'Punjab Police remains firmly committed to safeguarding national security and will not allow anti-national elements to thrive on our soil,' the DGP asserted.
Time of India
6 days ago
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- Time of India
Who is YouTuber Jasbir Singh? Man arrested for 'links' with Pakistan-backed spy network
NEW DELHI: The State Special Operations Cell (SSOC) in Mohali, Punjab, has uncovered a terror-linked espionage network allegedly backed by Pakistan, officials confirmed. At the center of this network is Jasbir Singh , a resident of Mahlan village in Rupnagar district, who runs a YouTube channel called 'Jaan Mahal'. Who is Jasbir Singh? Jasbir Singh is an Indian national accused of maintaining close ties with multiple Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) believed to be working under Pakistani handlers. According to the Punjab Police Director General of Police (DGP), Singh was in contact with Haryana-based YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, previously arrested for spying, and Ehsan-ur-Rahim alias Danish, a Pakistani national who was expelled from the Pakistani High Commission in India. Singh was reportedly invited by Danish to attend Pakistan National Day celebrations in Delhi, where he interacted with Pakistani Army officials and vloggers, raising serious security concerns. Authorities say Jasbir Singh traveled to Pakistan thrice — in 2020, 2021, and 2024. What was he doing? Seized electronic devices from Singh's possession revealed contact numbers based in Pakistan, which are currently undergoing forensic analysis. After Jyoti Malhotra's arrest, Singh allegedly tried to erase all evidence of communication with the espionage network. However, investigators recovered critical data linking him to suspected terror-backed intelligence operatives. He was also connected to another key figure, Shakir alias Jutt Randhawa, a PIO believed to be a significant node within the terror-linked network. FIR Lodged An FIR has been registered at the SSOC in Mohali, and a comprehensive investigation is underway to determine the full scope of the espionage ring and to identify further collaborators. Punjab Police reiterated their commitment to national security. The DGP stated, 'Punjab Police remains firmly committed to safeguarding national security and will not allow anti-national elements to thrive on our soil.'
New Indian Express
6 days ago
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- New Indian Express
Punjab YouTuber Jasbir Singh arrested over ‘spying' for Pakistan, has links with Jyoti Malhotra
According to official sources, Jasbir Singh has been found in close association with PIO (Person of Indian Origin) Shakir, also known as Jutt Randhawa—suspected of being part of a terror-backed espionage ring. He also maintained contact with Jyoti Malhotra, a Haryana-based YouTuber previously arrested on charges of spying, and with Ehsan-ur-Rahim alias Danish, a Pakistani national and expelled official from the Pakistan High Commission in Delhi. Investigators revealed that Jasbir Singh had attended the Pakistan National Day event in Delhi on the invitation of Danish. During this event, he reportedly met several Pakistani Army officers and vloggers. Notably, Singh had visited Pakistan on three separate occasions—once each in 2020, 2021, and 2024.
Time of India
6 days ago
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- Time of India
After Jyoti Malhotra, another YouTuber Jasbir Singh booked in Pakistan-backed espionage case; travelled to Pakistan thrice, had close links with Malhotra
Image source: Facebook NEW DELHI: The State Special Operations Cell (SSOC) in Mohali, Punjab has unearthed a terror-linked espionage network allegedly operated with Pakistani backing, according to DGP, Punjab Police. The network involves Jasbir Singh , a resident of Mahlan village in Rupnagar, who runs a YouTube channel named 'Jaan Mahal.' According to DGP, Punjab Police, Singh maintained close contact with multiple Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) suspected of working for Pakistani handlers. These include Haryana-based YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, who was earlier arrested for spying, and Ehsan-ur-Rahim alias Danish, a Pakistani national and expelled Pak High Commission official. Jasbir Singh was invited by Danish to the Pakistan National Day event held in Delhi, where he reportedly interacted with Pakistani Army officials and vloggers, according to DGP, Punjab Police. He is also said to have travelled to Pakistan on three separate occasions — in 2020, 2021, and 2024. His seized electronic devices contained multiple Pakistan-based contact numbers, which are now under forensic analysis, said the DGP. According to DGP, Punjab Police, Singh attempted to erase all evidence of his communication with the network soon after the arrest of Jyoti Malhotra. He was also in contact with another PIO, Shakir alias Jutt Randhawa, who is believed to be a key link in the terror-backed intelligence network. An FIR has been registered at SSOC, Mohali. A full-fledged investigation is underway to map the extent of the espionage network and identify additional collaborators, said DGP, Punjab Police. 'Punjab Police remains firmly committed to safeguarding national security and will not allow anti-national elements to thrive on our soil,' the DGP asserted.
Malaysia Sun
7 days ago
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- Malaysia Sun
"Extremely productive visit": Indian envoy BN Reddy on India's diplomatic outraech to Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], June 3 (ANI): An Indian all-party parliamentary delegation, led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, successfully concluded a productive visit to Malaysia, engaging in a series of high-level meetings with political leaders, influential think tanks, and members of the Indian community. India's High Commissioner to Malaysia, BN Reddy, said the delegation met with several Malaysian stakeholders, including the Speaker of Parliament and the Special Parliamentary Committee on International Relations and International Trade, led by YB Wong Chen. The delegation also held discussions with key political parties such as the People's Justice Party (PKR), headed by the Prime Minister of Malaysia, the Democratic Action Party, and the Malaysian Indian Congress, both part of the ruling coalition. The visit also included interactions with leading Malaysian think tanks such as the Institute of Strategic & International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia and the Asia Institute, along with representatives from the local media. Reddy emphasised the importance of the delegation's engagement with the Indian community in Malaysia, which is home to the world's second-largest Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) population and nearly 300,000 Indian passport holders. Summing up the visit, Reddy said, 'It has been an extremely productive visit from the perspective of conveying the key message of new India. It's about India's policy of zero tolerance against terrorism, and that message has resonated well.' He noted that the delegation effectively highlighted the impact of cross-border terrorism on India's security. 'This will have a positive impact on how we go forward in taking this message further,' he added. 'The groundwork laid by our all-party parliamentary delegation will help enhance future engagement with Malaysian stakeholders,' Reddy said. The Indian delegation includes BJP MPs Aparajita Sarangi, Brij Lal, Pradan Baruah, Hemang Joshi; TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee; CPI-M's John Brittas; and Congress leader Salman Khurshid, among others. Their visit is part of a multi-nation tour to brief international partners on India's counter-terrorism efforts and promote regional cooperation. The delegation's tour includes stops in Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, and Singapore, underscoring India's commitment to regional peace, security, and development. (ANI)
