Latest Anti-Terrorism Squad News & Updates

Noida, April 16 (IANS) The Noida Police have claimed a major breakthrough in the recent violence involving labourers in Gautam Buddh Nagar, stating that the unrest was the result of a well-orchestrated conspiracy. Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh on Thursday said three key conspirators who fomented trouble have been identified.Of the three, two accused — Rupesh Roy and Manisha Chauhan — have been arrested, while the third, Adiya Anand, is absconding.According to investigators, all three were pr…

Chandigarh, April 6 (IANS) In a major breakthrough, Counter Intelligence (CI) wing of Punjab Police has busted an ISI-backed terror module being operated by Pakistan Intelligence Operatives by arresting three accused and recovering two Arges hand grenades along with a foreign-made Glock pistol from their possession, Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said here on Monday. Those arrested have been identified as Sarabjit Singh, a resident of Ammishah village in Tarn Taran, Bikramjit Sing…

Bhopal, April 6 (IANS) In a significant push towards bolstering internal security, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday inaugurated a comprehensive joint capacity-building training and demonstration programme between the National Security Guard (NSG) and the Madhya Pradesh Police at the Lal Parade Ground. The Chief Minister announced two major initiatives to strengthen the state’s counter-terror apparatus. A Detailed Project Report (DPR) worth Rs 200 crore has been prepared for …

Patna, April 6 (IANS) A joint operation by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Bihar Police is underway at multiple locations in Nalanda, targeting a suspected arms trafficking network.The raids began around 4.30 a.m. on Monday and are being conducted at nearly 10 locations, including a gun shop and a jewellery store in the Laheri locality under the Laheri Police Station jurisdiction.The operation has created a buzz among local residents due to its scale…

Jaipur, April 4 (IANS) Rajasthan Police has adopted strict security measures to ensure the Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment Examination, scheduled to be held across the state on Sunday and Monday, with nearly 7.7 lakh candidates appearing, is conducted in a full-proof and transparent manner. The state police has shared a public advisory from its X handle, warning: “Cheating is not a shortcut to success—it is a direct route to jail”.The post issues a stern warning to individuals and groups attemp…

Mumbai, Feb 28 (IANS) The Maharashtra Legislative Council on Saturday witnessed a sharp exchange between members of the treasury and Opposition benches over the issue of illegal Bangladeshi and Rohingya immigrants in Mumbai and other parts of the state.The debate turned heated after Shiv Sena (UBT) MLC Anil Parab claimed he could “identify 2,000 infiltrators in two days”, prompting a strong rebuttal from Minister of State for Home Yogesh Kadam.Referring to a recent case involving bogus birth…

Patna, Feb 16 (IANS) Panic briefly gripped Patna on Monday after reports surfaced that armed terrorists had entered the Taj City Centre, detonated explosions at the main gate, and taken several people hostage.​ However, it was later clarified that the entire incident was part of a mock drill conducted by security agencies to test emergency preparedness.​As per the drill scenario, two simulated blasts were carried out at the hotel’s main entrance, following which terrorists entered the prem…

Ahmedabad, Feb 4 (IANS) The Ahmedabad Crime Branch, in a joint operation with Banaskantha Police, has arrested Yunus, identified as the suspected kingpin and main supplier in an organised child kidnapping and trafficking racket, officials said on Wednesday.The arrest is directly linked to the investigation into the trafficking of a 15-day-old infant rescued on January 29 and is being treated as a key development in the case.Speaking to IANS, a Crime Branch official said, “Yunus was apprehended f…

Ahmedabad, Jan 30 (IANS) The care and protection of a 15-day-old newborn rescued in an inter-state child trafficking case has been taken over by the Ahmedabad Police’s SHE Team, with officials confirming that immediate arrangements have been made to ensure the infant’s safety and well-being.The development follows a joint operation by the city’s Crime Branch and the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), which led to the exposure of a child trafficking network spanning multiple states.Acting on specifi…

Ahmedabad, Jan 29 (IANS) The Ahmedabad Crime Branch and the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) rescued a 15-day-old newborn from a moving vehicle near Kotarpur, close to Ahmedabad airport, and uncovered an inter-state child trafficking network, officials said on Thursday.The operation was carried out following a tip-off. Officials intercepted a car arriving from Himmatnagar and discovered the newborn inside.Four individuals were apprehended during the raid, including Roshan Agarwal of Hyderabad, Sumit Y…