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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted extensive searches across India on Monday, targeting individuals suspected of supporting and funding the activities of the banned terrorist group Al-Qaeda. The raids, which spanned nine locations in multiple states, uncovered incriminating evidence, including documents related to terror funding activities, digital devices, and banking transactions. This operation is part of an ongoing NIA investigation into a conspiracy aimed at radicalizing Indian youth and propagating Al-Qaeda’s ideology.

A powerful explosion shook a CRPF school in Delhi’s Rohini area on Sunday morning, raising serious security concerns. While no injuries were reported, the blast caused significant damage to the school building, nearby shops, and a vehicle. Authorities, including the National Investigation Agency (NIA), National Security Guard (NSG), and National Disaster Relief Force, are on the scene investigating the incident. The blast, which was felt hundreds of meters away, left behind a chemical-like odor and thick white smoke. This incident has sparked heightened security measures in the capital city as authorities work to determine the cause of the explosion.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is conducting simultaneous raids at 22 locations across five Indian states, targeting individuals suspected of involvement with the Jaish-e-Mohammad terror group. The raids are taking place in Jammu and Kashmir, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, and Delhi.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) carried out searches at four locations in Punjab on Friday as part of an ongoing investigation into a terror conspiracy. The agency is yet to provide details about the specific nature of the conspiracy or the individuals targeted in the raids.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted raids in Gaya and Kaimur districts of Bihar, uncovering a major cache of weapons, cash, and digital devices linked to the CPI (Maoist) Magadh Zone revival case. The raids were aimed at disrupting the Maoist group’s efforts to re-establish their presence in the region. The agency has arrested six individuals involved in the conspiracy and filed charges against them.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted raids across several locations in Punjab on Friday as part of their investigation into violent attacks by Khalistani supporters at the Indian high commission in Ottawa earlier this year. The raids targeted family members of Amritpal Singh, a prominent figure associated with Khalistani groups.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has joined the investigation into an attempt to derail the Bhiwani-Prayagraj Kalindi Express in Kanpur. The incident, which occurred on Sunday night, involved an LPG cylinder placed on the tracks, potentially leading to a major disaster. The NIA, along with the Uttar Pradesh Police and Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), are investigating the incident, which has raised concerns about possible sabotage.

A Delhi court has reserved its order on the bail plea of Lok Sabha MP Rashid Engineer, who is in jail in a terror funding case. The court is expected to pronounce its order on September 4th. Engineer Rashid, who was elected from Baramulla constituency in Jammu and Kashmir, has been in jail since 2019 after being arrested by the NIA under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. He is accused of funding terrorist groups and separatists in the Kashmir Valley.

The Thane police, investigating an alleged illegal conversion case in Ulhasnagar, have transferred the case to the Mumbai ATS and NIA. The decision comes after sensitive documents were discovered during the police’s investigation, raising concerns about national security. The case involves the alleged conversion of a 23-year-old woman, Drishti Chaudhary, to Islam, with her mother alleging coercion and brainwashing tactics.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has announced a reward of Rs 10 lakh each for information leading to the arrest of Canada-based terrorist Goldy Brar and another accused wanted in an extortion and firing case in Chandigarh. The reward comes as part of the agency’s ongoing investigation into the incident that took place in March 2023, where the accused allegedly fired at a businessman’s house as part of an extortion attempt.