The central government has appointed Solicitor General Tushar Mehta to lead the legal team in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack trial, aiming to strengthen prosecution in one of India’s most horrific terror cases.
The NIA has linked the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack to a narco-terror plan by Lashkar-e-Taiba, supported by Pakistan’s ISI. Four suspects have been identified. The NIA revealed a significant heroin haul intended to fund terrorism and harm youth. Despite security measures, attackers in Army uniforms executed the assault on tourists.
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The NIA seeks to transfer the case of Engineer Rashid from the MP/MLA court to a Special NIA Court, arguing against potential trial delays. Senior Advocate Siddharth Luthra stated it would take ten days for a High Court response. Rashid, arrested under UAPA in 2019, recently secured an election victory while in custody.
The Supreme Court of India has denied bail to an individual involved in promoting Khalistan, emphasizing the severity with which the judiciary addresses terrorism and separatism. The accused allegedly received illicit financial support to advocate for the separatist ideology, highlighting the ongoing vigilance required to combat such movements within India.
