Delhi / The Times of India
A Delhi court has granted the Enforcement Directorate thirteen days custody of Al Falah University founder Jawed Ahmed Siddique in a money laundering case linked to a terror module. The ED alleges the university misrepresented its accreditation and generated significant revenue, with funds allegedly used for personal gain. The investigation is in its early stages.
Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital has partnered with the Central Ayurveda Research Institute to develop scientific, Ayurveda-based solutions for menopausal care. This collaboration aims to integrate traditional Ayurvedic knowledge with modern medicine, offering women safe, effective, and research-backed therapies for symptom relief.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann refuted blame for Delhi's pollution, citing NGT's findings and delayed harvesting. He questioned Delhi's high AQI before paddy harvesting began, suggesting local pollution. Delhi's CM countered, attributing severe air quality to regional stubble fires, particularly from Punjab. Mann dismissed this, questioning wind patterns and Delhi's pollution sources.
Delhi faces a severe public health emergency as toxic winter air envelops the city, causing widespread health issues from birth to old age. Doctors report a sharp spike in respiratory patients, with pollution now impacting every organ and shortening lifespans. Experts emphasize the need for year-round action, not just short-term fixes, to address the crisis.
Delhi bomber Umar Un Nabi's recovered mobile phone contained a video where he justified suicide attacks as 'martyrdom' or 'fidayeen' operations. Investigators believe the clip was made to influence other recruits and family, showcasing his deep-seated ideology and psychological conditioning for a self-sacrificial mission.
Delhi Police informed the Supreme Court that students were not targeted, but accused like Umar Khalid orchestrated riots to divide the nation. The Solicitor General argued against bail under UAPA, asserting the riots were a pre-planned attack on sovereignty, not spontaneous protests. Delays in trial were attributed to the defense, not the police or court.
Enforcement Directorate arrested Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, chairman of Al-Falah group, in connection with a money laundering probe. The group runs a hospital where individuals accused in the Red Fort car blast were employed. Searches revealed diversion of crores of rupees to family-owned entities, with over Rs 48 lakh cash seized.
Car Bomber Seen Trying To Justify 'Martyrdom Ops'
A 28-year-old man allegedly stabbed a 25-year-old woman to death in Jabalpur after she ended their friendship four months prior. The accused, identified as Kuldeep alias Golu Yadav, reportedly accosted Muskaan Yadav as she left for work, inflicting multiple stab wounds before fleeing the scene.
Delhi police have busted a drug syndicate operating between West Bengal and Delhi. Four individuals were arrested in West Delhi. Over 47 kg of cannabis, valued at approximately Rs 25 lakh, was seized. The accused allegedly transported drugs on long-distance trains hidden in trolley bags. Investigations are ongoing to identify the main supplier.
NIA secured a 10-day custody of Jasir Bilal Wani, an alleged co-conspirator in the Red Fort car blast. Wani provided technical drone expertise to a module planning Hamas-style attacks. Another suspect, Amir Rashid Ali, was arrested for arranging a safe house. The investigation into the inter-state terror network is ongoing.
NIA arrests Jasir Bilal Wani in Red Fort blast probe, revealing plans for Hamas-style drone attacks. Wani, an alleged co-conspirator, provided technical support for drone modifications. The investigation also led to the arrest of Amir Rashid Ali, who facilitated a safe house. The plot aimed for coordinated blasts, inspired by past drone strikes.
Jaish-e-Mohammed is facing severe financial distress, evidenced by a public appeal for PKR 20,000 Winter Survival Kits for militants in Jammu & Kashmir. This desperate move follows the destruction of its infrastructure by Indian forces and suggests previous large-scale fundraising efforts have failed to meet immediate operational needs.
Noida Authority has opened the 4.5km Bhangel Elevated Road for public trial after a farmers' group threatened to forcibly open it. The Rs 608 crore project, delayed by funding and design issues, aims to ease traffic for thousands of commuters. Despite a smooth ride, initial confusion led to congestion as many remained unaware of the new route.
Mastermind of the Red Fort blast, Umar Un Nabi, calmly discussed suicide bombings as 'martyrdom operations' in a recovered video, aiming to radicalize others. The Jaish module was also planning Hamas-style drone attacks and developing rockets for further blasts, following the deadly November 10 incident.
Two CRPF schools and three court complexes in Delhi received bomb threats via e-mail on Tuesday, triggering immediate security alerts. Authorities evacuated students, staff, and court personnel as a precautionary measure while bomb disposal teams conducted thorough checks. The Delhi Police are investigating the source of these threats.
A chilling video from Red Fort blast accused Umar Un Nabi surfaces, where he attempts to justify suicide bombings as a 'martyrdom operation' in Islam. He describes it as a deliberate act where death is certain, yet paradoxically states such actions are unacceptable in any civilized society. Investigators believe the video was meant to radicalize others.
The Supreme Court has demanded details on the quality and efficiency of Delhi's air quality monitoring equipment within seven days, addressing claims of data manipulation and water sprinkling near stations. While the government defended its technology, the court also urged Punjab and Haryana to strictly curb stubble burning, emphasizing a balance between environmental concerns and livelihoods.
The Delhi High Court has asked Priya Kapur, late Sunjay Kapur's wife, to respond to a plea by Karisma Kapoor's children. They are seeking to inspect the original of their father's alleged will, which they claim is forged. The court has also scheduled a hearing on an interim injunction to prevent the alienation of Sunjay Kapur's assets.
Investigators are exploring a 'shoe bomber' angle in the Red Fort blast after finding a shoe near the car's tyre, potentially containing a detonator. Traces of TATP explosive were found on the shoe and tyre, mirroring Richard Reid's 2001 attempt. This discovery adds a critical dimension to the probe into the Jaish-e-Mohammed module's wider conspiracy.

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