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HIGHLIGHTS WESTERN REGION AT 2215 HRS
Following are the top stories from the Western Region at 2215 hrs: BOM 32 MH-2NDLD-FIRING Pune: An Assistant Sub-Inspector of India Reserve Battalion, posted at the State Reserve Police Force camp, allegedly shoots dead three persons at Daund near Pune. BOM 34 GJ-TOGADIA-POLICE Ahmedabad: The Ahmedabad police dismiss VHP leader Pravin Togadia's claim that he could have been killed in a fake encounter, saying it is not possible to eliminate someone who has 'Z-plus' security. BOM 31 MH-LD MOSHE Mumbai: Returning to the place where he was orphaned nine years ago in a terror attack, 11-year-old Moshe Holtzberg appears bewildered with the media frenzy. BOM 30 GJ-PM-NETANYAHU-CENTRE Ahmedabad: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjaman Netanyahu will dedicate to the nation a centre for entrepreneurship and technology during their visit here tomorrow. BOM 5 MH-SENA Mumbai: Chastising the Maharashtra government over the law and order situation in the wake of
Security forces recover arms and ammunition from jungle
Security forces today recovered arms and ammunition hidden by CPI(Maoists) in a jungle of Bokara district today, a senior police officer said. Acting on a tip-off, CRPF and district armed police combed the Chargi jungle in the district and recovered two country-made pistols, one rifle, 45 live cartridges of 3.3 bore, 19 empty cartridges, explosives, 318 pieces of electronic detonators, said Superintendent of Police, Karthik S. The SP said the explosives were kept hidden by the Maoists to target security personnel.
Suspected NSCN(K) militants set ablaze oil tankers
Suspected National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) militants today set ablaze nine oil tankers loaded with crude along Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border in Tinsukia district, a senior police officer said. "The militants set afire the tyre and engine parts of the tankers. In the incident, no one was injured," Tinsukia Superintendent of Police Mugdhajyoti Dev Mahanta told PTI from the incident spot over phone. "Luckily, the fire could not reach crude inside the tanks in any of the vehicle as police team and fire brigade reached the spot immediately. The fire were doused successfully," he said. The incident took place this evening on Tinsukia side at the Namchik gate between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. The police suspect the NSIN(K) militants were behind the incident, the SP said. Police has launched an operation to nab the culprits, he added.
BSF seizes 23 kg ganja near Bangladesh border
The Border Security Force has seized 23 kg of ganja from near the Bangladesh border in West Bengal, it said on Tuesday.
Army officer injured in Pakistan firing on LoC
An army officer was injured on Tuesday in Pakistan firing on the line of control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, defence officials said.
DAC clears proposal worth Rs 3,547 crore; simplifies norms to
A proposal worth Rs 3,547 crore to procure assault rifles and carbines was cleared today by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), which also announced simplified norms to give a boost to 'Make in India' programme. Under the proposal, which was cleared at the DAC meeting chaired by Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, 72,000 assault rifles and 93,895 carbines will be procured on the "fast track basis", a defence ministry release said. The procurement is to "enable the defence forces to meet their immediate requirement for the troops deployed on the borders" and is expected to address the shortage of small arms for the armed forces, the ministry said. Tenders will soon be floated to set the ball rolling for the procurement process, sources said, adding the procurement could also be done at the government to government (G to G) level. To encourage participation of private sector in defence design and production and to give a boost to 'Make in India' programme, the DAC ...
Pak issues fatwa signed by 1800 scholars against violence
A fatwa signed by more than 1800 Islamic scholars from different schools of thought against the use of violence, including suicide bombings, for religious purposes was today issued by the Pakistan government. Titled as 'Paigham-e-Pakistan', the fatwa issued at a grand ceremony here was prepared under the supervision of Islamabad-based International Islamic University. Addressing the gathering, Pakistan President Mamnoon Hussain said the launch of national narrative on counter- terrorism manifested that the whole nation was extremely serious on the issue. "I believe that this decree, prepared in the light of true teachings of Islam, will transform their hearts and pave the way for their salvation in the hereinafter," he said, referring to militants and Islamic radicals. In a statement, the government said the fatwa was part of national narrative on extremism and terrorism. It was endorsed by religious scholars, parliamentarians, intellectuals and policy makers. The fatwa .
Pak issues fatwa signed by 1800 scholars against violence
A fatwa signed by more than 1800 Islamic scholars from different schools of thought against the use of violence, including suicide bombings, for religious purposes was today issued by the Pakistan government. Titled as 'Paigham-e-Pakistan', the fatwa issued at a grand ceremony here was prepared under the supervision of Islamabad-based International Islamic University. Addressing the gathering, Pakistan President Mamnoon Hussain said the launch of national narrative on counter- terrorism manifested that the whole nation was extremely serious on the issue. "I believe that this decree, prepared in the light of true teachings of Islam, will transform their hearts and pave the way for their salvation in the hereinafter," he said, referring to militants and Islamic radicals. In a statement, the government said the fatwa was part of national narrative on extremism and terrorism. It was endorsed by religious scholars, parliamentarians, intellectuals and policy makers. The fatwa .
Three killed in Boko Haram raid in Nigeria
Three people were killed and two others were critically injured in a Boko Haram attack in northeast Nigeria, a community leader and a resident said today. Gunmen riding motorcycles and bicycles arrived in large numbers in Pallam village, in the Madagali area of Adamawa state, at about 11:30 pm (2230 GMT) on Monday. The attack was the first in Adamawa this year after a surge in hit-and-run raids and suicide bombings in recent months. "Five people fell victim to the attack: three were killed and two were critically injured and taken to hospital," said Maina Ularamu, a former Madagali local government chairman. Resident David Maigrai supported Ularamu's account and added: "They burnt several shops and many homes. They also stole food. "On their way out of the village, they ran into a group of vigilantes on patrol in Kuda village, who engaged them in a shoot-out, killing two of the attackers." One of the victims was a shopkeeper who was sleeping inside his shop and refused ..
J&K: Man injured during encounter dies
A man, who was injured last month during an encounter between militants and security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir, succumbed to injuries at a hospital here today. Mohammad Ayoub Bhat breathed his last at a hospital here after battling for life for 27 days, a police official said. Two Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists and a woman were killed in the encounter at Batmurran village of Shopian on December 19 last year.
J&K: Man injured during encounter dies
A man, who was injured last month during an encounter between militants and security forces in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir, succumbed to injuries at a hospital here today. Mohammad Ayoub Bhat breathed his last at a hospital here after battling for life for 27 days, a police official said. Two Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists and a woman were killed in the encounter at Batmurran village of Shopian on December 19 last year.
Trial of Indian-origin terror suspect, 3 others opens in UK
An Indian-origin terror suspect, who allegedly agreed to help another man acquire a gun for an attack in London, went on trial along with three others today. Nadeem Ilyas Patel, from east London, was charged with possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence in May last year. The 26-year-old was remanded in custody along with Umar Ahmed Haque, 25, Muhammed Abid, 27, and Abuthater Mamun, 19, who are all on trial at the Old Bailey court in London. Patel denies conspiracy to possess a firearm but has pleaded guilty to possession of a prohibited weapon. Haque, a schoolteacher, emerged as the mastermind of the group as the court was told that he was "fascinated" by the Islamic State (ISIS) terrorist group. The London landmark of Big Ben, Heathrow Airport, a shopping centre and police officers were among his planned targets for a terrorist attack. "He was fascinated by the warped and extreme ideology of Islamic State. As he later told the police after his arrest,
DAC approves procurement of assault rifles, carbines
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on Tuesday cleared the procurement of 72,400 assault rifles and 93,895 carbines worth Rs 3,547 crores in order to meet an immediate requirement of the troops deployed along the borders.The DAC, chaired by Union Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, met earlier in the day and simplified 'Make-II' procedure, which prescribes guidelines to be followed to develop and manufacture defence equipment through Indian industry.Considering that no government funding is involved in 'Make-II' project, the DAC simplified the procedure to make it industry-friendly, with minimal government control.The salient aspects of the revised procedure will now allow MoD to accept suo-moto proposals from the industry and also allow start-ups to develop equipment for the Indian Armed Forces.The minimum qualification criteria to participate in Make-II projects has also been relaxed by removing conditions related to credit rating and reducing financial net worth criteria.There ..
Sri Lanka arrests 16 Indian fishermen for poaching
The Sri Lankan Navy on Tuesday arrested 16 Indian fishermen for poaching illegally in the island's northern seas, its media unit said in a statement.
3 shot dead by India Reserve Battalion officer in Maha
An Assistant Sub-Inspector of India Reserve Battalion (IRB), posted at the State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) camp, allegedly shot dead three persons at Daund near here today. The suspect Sanjay Baliram Shinde later locked himself in his house, police said. One of the deceased was a close relative of the suspect, a police official said. According to police, Shinde opened fire at two different places - Nagar Mori and Borawake Nagar --- in Daund, killing three persons. Additional Superintendent of Police Sandip Pakhale said the reason behind the attack was still unknown. "The accused is still at large. We are outside his house. Since he has a weapon, we are treading cautiously," the officer said. Tension prevailed in Daund after the incident with curious citizens gathering outside the suspect's house, a police officer said. "SRPF companies and additional force from Pune were summoned to control the law and order situation," he said. According to a senior SRPF official, ...
3 killed by IRB Police
Three people were killed after a police head constable of India Reserve Battalion (IRB) Group 7 fired at them in Daund area near Pune.The Pune rural police spokesperson confirmed that the shooter belonged to the IRB.The reason behind the firing is yet to be ascertained.The probe is underway.
Nine oil tankers set afire on Assam-Arunachal border
Suspected Naga militants set afire nine tankers loaded with crude oil in the remote Namsik area on the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border on Tuesday evening.
Lankan Navy arrests 16 Indian fishermen
At least 16 Indian fishermen have been arrested and their four fishing trawlers seized for allegedly fishing in Sri Lanka's territorial waters near Katchatheevu islet, the Sri Lankan Navy said today in Colombo. The fast gun boats and the fast attack craft, attached to the Northern Naval Command of the Sri Lanka Navy, arrested the fishermen in the seas, northwest of the Delft Island and northeast of the Katchatheevu Island. The fishermen and trawlers were handed over to the Assistant Director of Fisheries in Jaffna for further legal action, the Navy added. Meanwhile in Rameswaram, a fisheries department official said that more than 2,500 fishermen, from Mandapam and Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, had ventured into the sea yesterday. They were fishing off Katchatheevu when the Lankan naval personnel came to the spot and snapped the fishing nets of 100 boats before chasing them away, Assistant Director of Fisheries Department, Mandapam, Gopinath said. Condemning the frequent ...
Afghan official: Mortar shells hit bazaar in north, kill 5
An Afghan official says a mortar attack in northern Faryab province has killed five people. Karim Yuresh, the provincial police chief's spokesman, says the attack took place during the weekly bazaar in Khwaja Sabz Push district, which was hit by three mortar shells on today morning. He says 45 people, including women and children, were also wounded in the attack. No group immediately claimed responsibility for the attacks but Yuresh blamed the Taliban. In Kabul, meanwhile, Nasart Rahimi deputy spokesman for the Interior Ministry, says security forces arrested three suspects following a rocket attack late Monday night on Wazir Akbar Khan, a key central neighborhood in the Afghan capital that houses many diplomatic missions, news agencies and non- governmental groups. Rahimi says no casualties were reported.
Two dead in suspected gas blast in Belgium's Antwerp: police
Belgian rescuers found two dead bodies today at the site of a powerful suspected gas explosion in the port city of Antwerp that also injured 14 people, police said. The blast late last night, which police say is not linked to terrorism, collapsed or severely damaged several buildings in the Paardenmarkt area of central Antwerp, a Dutch-speaking city in northern Belgium. "Police confirm two more victims found under the rubble, both deceased. The victims have not yet been identified," Antwerp police said on Twitter. Several people were pulled alive from the rubble on Monday night. "Research into the cause of the explosion at Paardenmarkt continues," it added. Belgium's French-language broadcaster RTBF reported that a gas leak was suspected as the cause of the blast at around 9:30pm (2030 GMT) Monday, though it had yet to be confirmed. Police said the explosion was not related to terrorism, while Belgium has been on a high state of alert since 16 people were killed in ...