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Court sends Al Falah university founder Siddiqui to 14-day judicial custody

A Delhi court on Monday sent Al Falah University founder Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui to 14-day judicial custody in a terror-linked money laundering case. Siddiqui had been sent to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody for 13 days on November 19. On Monday, he was produced before Additional Sessions Judge Sheetal Chaudhary Pradhan, who sent him to judicial custody till December 15. During the hearing, the ED counsel briefly argued that it was premature to produce him before the court since the 13-day custody would end at 1 am on Tuesday, technically making Monday the 12th day of his custody. Meanwhile, an application was moved by Siddiqui's counsel seeking access to prescribed medication and spectacles during the custody period. The judge allowed the request. ED officials handed over Siddiqui's medical prescription to the court, which directed jail authorities to ensure that he continued to receive the prescribed treatment. The agency had earlier alleged that Al Falah University false

Delhi blast: NIA moves accused Dr Shaheen to Faridabad for interrogation

Shaheen is among seven arrested suspects arrested in connection with the November 10 blast that claimed 15 lives and left several others injured

NIA arrests Faridabad man for aiding Red Fort car bomber Dr Umar-un Nabi

The National Investigation Agency has arrested a Faridabad resident for allegedly harbouring Dr Umar-un Nabi, the man who drove the explosive-laden car that blasted outside the Red Fort in Delhi on November 10, killing 15 people. An official spokesperson for the National Investigation Agency (NIA) said the agency arrested Soyab, a resident of Dhauj in Haryana's Faridabad, for allegedly providing logistical support to "terrorist Umar Un Nabi" before the Delhi terror bomb blast. Soyab is the seventh accused arrested by the NIA in the case, part of a 'white-collar' terror module busted by the Jammu and Kashmir Police. "The agency continues to pursue various leads in connection with the suicide bombing, and has been conducting searches across states in coordination with the respective police forces in a bid to identify and track others involved in the gruesome attack," the spokesperson said in a statement.

ED raids Al Falah University, linked persons in Delhi Red Fort blast case

The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday launched searches against the Al Falah University of Faridabad and its promoters and linked persons as part of its investigation related to the Red Fort area terrorist blast case, sources said. Teams of the federal probe agency have been searching multiple locations in the Delhi-NCR since early morning, sources said. It is understood that the ED is taking action under the anti-money laundering law following cognisance of the first information reports filed by the NIA and the Delhi Police in the case. The agency is investigating finances and purported terror financing links in the matter. Sources said the searches began around 5 am, and the trustees of the University are also being raided. Till now, the NIA has arrested two persons, allegedly close aides of "suicide bomber" Dr Umar Nabi. The Al Falah varsity is located in the Dhouj area of Faridabad district in Haryana near Delhi, and it is a medical college-cum-hospital.

Lal Quila Metro Station reopens days after Red Fort blast shut operations

Delhi's Lal Quila Metro Station has reopened after days-long closure following the Red Fort blast, with DMRC restoring full entry and exit access for commuters

9 killed in Nowgam police station blast; cause being investigated: MHA

An accidental blast at Nowgam police station on the outskirts of Srinagar claimed six lives and injured 27 others. The explosion occurred while authorities were extracting samples from a large cache of explosives recently seized in connection with the 'white-collar' terror module case, officials said on Saturday. According to the officials, the blast happened late Friday night, killing six people and injuring 27 -- mostly policemen and forensic officials. The blast occurred while personnel were handling the explosive material that had been brought from Haryana's Faridabad, they said. The material, part of the 360 kilograms of explosives recovered from the rented residence of arrested doctor Muzammil Ganaie, was being sampled as part of the ongoing investigation, the officials said. Six bodies have been retrieved from the scene of the explosion, they said, adding that the deceased are yet to be identified. The bodies have been taken to Police Control Room Srinagar. At least 24 pol

J&K police station blast has links to Faridabad: All you need to know

A blast at a J&K police station killed nine people and injured 27 others while officers handled explosives linked to a Faridabad terror module

8 injured at J-K police station while taking samples of explosives seized

An accidental blast occurred on the premises of the Nowgam police station in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday night while personnel were taking samples of explosive material seized from Faridabad in connection with a "white-collar" terror module case, officials said. At least eight personnel were seriously injured, they said. The 360 kilograms of explosive material was brought from Faridabad by the Jammu and Kashmir police after seizing it from the rented residence of Dr Muzzamil Ganaie, who is among the eight persons arrested so far in this terror module case. It was not immediately clear whether the entire 360 kg of explosives were stored at the police station, where the white-collar terror module case was registered on October 19.

Red Fort blast: Cops seal area after seizing car linked to terror module

Police has cordoned off areas within a 200-metre radius of the red Ford EcoSport car allegedly linked to suspects behind the deadly blast in Delhi, a day after it was seized from Haryana's Faridabad district, police sources said on Thursday. A bomb disposal squad has arrived for inspection after the vehicle was seized from Khandawali village in Faridabad on Wednesday evening, they said. Faridabad Police has also rounded up a person who allegedly parked the car in the village and handed him over to Delhi Police, officials said. Earlier, Delhi Police had sounded an alert across all police stations, police outposts, and border checkpoints to trace the red Ford EcoSport. The alert was issued after investigation revealed that the suspects had procured three cars -- a white Hyundai i20, a red EcoSport and a Maruti Suzuki Brezza -- to carry vehicle-borne IEDs. Police and multiple security agencies are now on the lookout for the third car. Sources said the Ford EcoSport is registered in

Ford EcoSport car linked to Red Fort blast suspect seized in Faridabad

A red Ford EcoSport car suspected to be linked to the Delhi Red Fort blast case has been traced and seized in Faridabad district's Khandawali, police said. When asked if the EcoSport car has been traced, a Faridabad police spokesperson confirmed over the phone, saying, "Yes, it has been found in Khandawali village". Earlier, the Delhi Police sounded an alert across all police stations, posts, and border checkpoints in the national capital to trace the red Ford EcoSport car. The alert was issued after the investigation revealed that other suspects, already connected to the Hyundai i20 used in the explosion, were also in possession of another red-coloured car. At least five teams of Delhi Police were deployed to locate the vehicle, while neighbouring Uttar Pradesh and Haryana Police had also been alerted to maintain heightened vigilance and assist in the search. Sources said the red Ford EcoSport is registered in the name of Dr Umar Un Nabi, who was allegedly driving the car before

Al Falah University distances itself from doctors held in Delhi blast probe

Under the scanner after the Delhi blast, Al Falah University in Haryana's Faridabad on Wednesday said it has only a professional association with the two of its doctors arrested in connection with the incident and is anguished by the unfortunate developments. While distancing itself from the terror-linked doctors, the University in a statement asserted that it is a responsible institution and stands in solidarity with the nation. "We are deeply saddened and anguished by the unfortunate developments that took place and condemn the same. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the innocent people affected by these distressing events," a statement issued by University Vice Chancellor Prof (Dr.) Bhupinder Kaur Anand said. "We have also learnt that two of our doctors have been detained by the investigating agencies.We wish to make it clear that the University has no connection with the said persons apart from them being working in their official capacities with the University," she said.

Al-Falah University under scanner after doctors held in Red Fort blast case

Al-Falah university and its 76-acre sprawling campus the Muslim-dominated Dhauj village in Haryana's Faridabad district has come under the scanner following the arrest of three doctors in connection with the "white-collar terror module" and the high-intensity explosion near Delhi's Red Fort. With educated individuals found to be "acting at the behest of Pakistan-backed handlers", investigators are scrutinising how the university turned into a safe haven for such individuals. According to the university website, it was established by the Haryana Legislative Assembly under the Haryana Private Universities Act. It started as an engineering college in 1997. In 2013, the Al-Falah Engineering College received 'A' category accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) of the University Grants Commission. In 2014, the Haryana government granted it university status. The Al-Falah Medical College is also affiliated with the university. According to several exper

J&K Police detains Haryana preacher in 'white collar' terror module case

Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday detained a preacher from Mewat in Haryana in connection with the 'white collar' terror module operating from a university in Faridabad, officials said. Maulvi Ishtiyaq, who has been brought to Srinagar, was staying in a rented house within the Al Falah university complex in Faridabad. It was from his home that police had recovered more than 2,500 kg of ammonium nitrate, potassium chlorate and sulphur, the officials said. He is likely to be placed under arrest. He will be the ninth person to be nabbed in the case by police, which carried out an interstate raids on November 10 along with their counterparts in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, to unravel a 'white-collar' terror network of banned Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind. The explosive material was stored at his rented residence by Dr Muzammil Ganaie alias Musaib and Dr Umar Nabi, the man who was driving an explosives laden car which detonated outside Red Fort on Monday evening ...

Faridabad terror plot foiled 350 kg of explosives and arms recovered, two J&K doctors arrested

A joint operation by the Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Intelligence Bureau, and the Faridabad Police has foiled what could have been a major terror attack near Delhi. Explosives weighing around 350 kg

Adore Group to invest ₹800 crore in premium housing project in Faridabad

Realty firm Adore Group will invest around Rs 800 crore to develop a luxury housing project in Faridabad. In a statement on Monday, the company said it has launched a ultra luxury project 'The Select Premia' in Sector-76, Faridabad. Spread across 5.47 acres of land, the project will have 190 apartments. The Group had bought land parcel from Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) in 2023 through auctions. The project cost will be about Rs 800 crore, including land, construction and other expenses, the company said. Jetaish Gupta of Adore Group said that, "Faridabad is at an interesting juncture of growth and evolution. The economy is thriving backed by a surge in IT and manufacturing industry." Adore Group has completed 17 projects, largely housing, Faridabad and Gurugram. According to data analytics firm PropEquity, Delhi-NCR housing market saw a 63 per cent year-on-year increase in sales to Rs 1.53 lakh crore during the 2024 calendar year.

Memorial signboard honouring late Army Officer stolen in Faridabad

Lt Col Sharma was a pilot in the Army Aviation Corps who died on January 26, 2021, after his helicopter faced a technical malfunction during a night patrol

Omaxe to invest Rs 400 cr to develop 2 commercial projects in Faridabad

Real estate company Omaxe will invest Rs 400 crore to develop two new commercial projects in Faridabad, Haryana, to expand its business. The two new projects will be part of its 120-acre mixed-use development named 'World Street by Omaxe'. The first commercial project New Singapore is spread over 11.6 acre, comprising 15 lakh square feet of area largely retail spaces, while the other project Clarkee, covering nearly 2 acre, will be developed as party and nightlife destination. The projects are expected to be completed by 2029. The total estimated cost to build these two projects is over Rs 400 crore, Omaxe said, adding that this will be funded through internal accruals. The company has launched around 700 units so far. The rates in these two projects range between Rs 4,000 per square feet to Rs 10,000 per square feet. Designed as Faridabad's ultimate nightlife destination, Clarkee will host 15+ nightclubs, bars, and restaurants. Omaxe Group Managing Director Mohit Goel said, "T

38th Surajkund International Crafts Mela: Check date, timing, tickets, more

The 38th Surajkund International Crafts Mela, one of the largest crafts fairs in the world, begins today. The ticket price for the mela on weekdays is Rs 120, while for weekends, the price is Rs 180

Haryana elections: Complete list of BJP candidates on all 90 constituencies

Haryana elections: With its second list of 21 candidates, the BJP has named contenders on all seats of Haryana except three: Mahendragarh, NIT Faridabad and Sirsa

Heatwave persists in Punjab, Haryana; Bathinda hits 46.9 degrees Celsius

There was no let up in the ongoing heat wave conditions sweeping Punjab and Haryana for the last several days, with Bathinda reeling at 46.9 degrees Celsius on Monday. While blistering heat swept Bathinda in Punjab, Pindara in Haryana's Jind also recorded a maximum temperature of 46.9 degrees Celsius, making it the hottest place in the state. Chandigarh, the common capital of the two states, also sweltered and recorded a maximum temperature of 44.5 degrees Celsius, according to the MeT Department. Faridkot in Punjab was also under the grip of severe heat at 46 degrees Celsius while Pathankot recorded a high of 45.8 degrees Celsius. Amritsar, Ludhiana, Patiala, Gurdaspur and Ferozepur also sweltered under severe heat recording respective maximum temperature of 45.8 degrees Celsius, 44.6 degrees Celsius, 45.4 degrees Celsius, 45 degrees Celsius and 44.3 degrees Celsius, respectively. Meanwhile, in Haryana, intense heat conditions prevailed in Faridabad and Sirsa, which recorded ...