Ahead of Independence Day, ISI-backed terror module busted in Punjab; 4 held

The operation was carried out jointly by the Punjab Police and the Delhi Police.

Published on: Aug 14, 2022, 14:48:45 IST

By HT News Desk | Written by Aniruddha Dhar, New Delhi

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

In a major breakthrough ahead of India's 75th Independence Day, the Punjab Police on Sunday claimed to have busted a Pakistan-ISI-backed terror module, with the help of the Delhi Police and arrested four members associated with Canada-based Arsh Dalla and Australia-based Gurjant Singh.

The Punjab Police also recovered three hand grenades, one IED, two 9mm pistols and 40 live cartridges. (Punjab Police/Twitter)

The Punjab Police also recovered three hand grenades, one improvised explosive device (IED), two 9mm pistols and 40 live cartridges, the director general of police (DGP) said.

“Ahead of #IndependenceDay, Punjab Police foils major terror threat and busts Pak-ISI backed terror module, with help of Delhi Police. 4 module members associated with Canada-based Arsh Dalla & Australia-based Gurjant Singh arrested,” the Punjab Police tweeted.

Tight security arrangements have been made across Punjab ahead of Independence Day.

Meanwhile, the anti-terrorist squad of the UP Police arrested a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist Habibul Islam aka Saifullah from Kanpur. Saifullah, 19, used social media platforms such as Telegram, Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp to keep in touch with individuals across the border, news agency ANI quoted the UP ATS as saying.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
HT News Desk
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More

Follow India news real-time updates and the latest news covered on Hindustan Times, featuring today's critical updates on Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike LIVE and more across India.