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India, Israel set to launch talks for free trade pact

India, Israel set to launch talks for free trade pact

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TEL AVIV/ NEW DELHI: India and Israel on Thursday inked terms of reference (ToR) to formally launch negotiations for a free trade agreement, commerce & industry minister Piyush Goyal said.The ToR, which will be the basis for talks, includes market access for goods by eliminating tariff and non-tariff barriers, investment facilitation, simplification of customs procedures,…

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PM Narendra Modi extends heartfelt wishes to Smriti Mandhana and Palaash Muchhal ahead of their wedding on November 23

PM Narendra Modi extends heartfelt wishes to Smriti Mandhana and Palaash Muchhal ahead of their wedding on November 23

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Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana is all set to tie the knot with music composer Palaash Muchhal on November 23 this year. As the couple prepares for their big day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his blessings and warm wishes to them and their families. What the PM’s letter said In an official letter,…

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Digital ID on iPhones and Android phones: Everything you need to know about carrying your passport and other IDs on your phone

Digital ID on iPhones and Android phones: Everything you need to know about carrying your passport and other IDs on your phone

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Apple has launched Digital ID, allowing iPhone and Apple Watch users to store their US passport information in Apple Wallet and use it at TSA checkpoints across more than 250 airports nationwide for domestic travel. The announcement marks a significant expansion in digital identification, joining Google’s similar feature introduced last year for Android devices.Digital ID…

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‘Seditious behaviour, punishable by death!’: Trump attacks Democrats telling US troops to refuse illegal orders

‘Seditious behaviour, punishable by death!’: Trump attacks Democrats telling US troops to refuse illegal orders

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President Donald Trump on Thursday called six Democratic lawmakers as “traitors” and called for them to face execution after they released a video telling members of the US military they have a duty to refuse illegal orders.Trump reposted an article about the video on Truth Social, adding: “SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR, punishable by DEATH!” Earlier, he wrote:…

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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a supplementary chargesheet against Robert Vadra in a money laundering case involving fugitive arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari. The ED alleges Vadra assisted Bhandari and benefited from a London property, claiming he possessed proceeds of crime. The court will decide on cognizance on December 6. NEW DELHI: ED filed a supplementary prosecution complaint (chargesheet) against Robert Vadra, husband of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi, before a special court here on Nov 15 in its money laundering case against fugitive defence dealer Sanjay Bhandari, alleging Vadra was found assisting the fugitive arms dealer and was beneficiary of a benami property in London at 12 Bryanston Square.”The evidence gathered by ED indicates that the property acquired by Bhandari, who was said to be instrumental in organising arms deal like the purchase of Pilatus trainer aircraft during UPA, was beneficially used by Vadra for his personal use,” a source aware of the probe findings said.The latest supplementary chargesheet specifically mentions “possession of proceeds of crime” by him, tying him closely to Bhandari. The court has fixed Dec 6 as the next date of hearing to decide whether to take cognisance of the latest chargesheet.Based on the evidence it gathered during its probe, the agency had earlier confronted Vadra during his questioning on his association with the London property allegedly purchased by the arms dealer and about his connection with him. Sources however said Vadra had denied any association with Bhandari. tnnEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia And Israel Launch FTA Talks; Piyush Goyal, Nir Barkat Sign Terms Of ReferenceDelhi’s Pollution Forces Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong To Cough, Stop Her Speech MidwayJaishankar Meets Afghan Commerce Minister Azizi In Delhi; Trade, Connectivity DiscussedMEA Outlines Agenda For PM Modi’s South Africa Visit For G20 Summit In JohannesburgPenny Wong’s Cricket Banter With Jaishankar Highlights Warm, Confident India-Australia PartnershipJaishankar, Penny Wong Send A Strong India-Australia Message To China And The World on Indo-PacificIFFI 2025 Opens With A Surprise As Korean Minister Sings Vande Mataram And Wins Standing OvationPiyush Goyal’s 10 D’s Pitch in Israel Recasts India As Future-Ready for Worldwide InvestmentsDelhi Student Suicide Case: Massive Protest Outside School After Note Alleges Harassment By TeachersPiyush Goyal Links India, Israel Through Shared Adversities, Predicts 7% Percent GDP Growth For FY26123PhotostoriesFrom better brain function to stronger heart: 5 reasons why backward walking is excellent for youPrincess Diana finally enters the Grévin Wax Museum and yes, she’s wearing the iconic ‘Revenge Dress’Dipika Kakar breaks down after meeting her oncologist amid liver cancer treatment; says, ‘The reports are normal, but there is a constant fear and anxiety’Peripheral Artery Disease: 5 major causes, and ways to prevent it9 must-try street foods in Udaipur5 expert-approved best foods to control diabetes5 spectacular animals with the biggest horns on their heads10 father-son duos who left a mark on cricket historyHyderabad Metro’s big upgrade: Six-coach trains, faster rides to end commuter chaos soonPriyanka Chopra, Ranbir Kapoor to Alia Bhatt: Bollywood stars who reinvented their style after major career shifts123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayBihar Minister List 2025Bihar CM Oath CeremonyGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJoel EmbiidSavannah JamesGiannis AntetokounmpoTrevon DiggsKris KnoblauchAdin RossCandace OwensKona TakahashiKatie JohnsonOlivia Dunne

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a supplementary chargesheet against Robert Vadra in a money laundering case involving fugitive arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari. The ED alleges Vadra assisted Bhandari and benefited from a London property, claiming he possessed proceeds of crime. The court will decide on cognizance on December 6. NEW DELHI: ED filed a supplementary prosecution complaint (chargesheet) against Robert Vadra, husband of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi, before a special court here on Nov 15 in its money laundering case against fugitive defence dealer Sanjay Bhandari, alleging Vadra was found assisting the fugitive arms dealer and was beneficiary of a benami property in London at 12 Bryanston Square.”The evidence gathered by ED indicates that the property acquired by Bhandari, who was said to be instrumental in organising arms deal like the purchase of Pilatus trainer aircraft during UPA, was beneficially used by Vadra for his personal use,” a source aware of the probe findings said.The latest supplementary chargesheet specifically mentions “possession of proceeds of crime” by him, tying him closely to Bhandari. The court has fixed Dec 6 as the next date of hearing to decide whether to take cognisance of the latest chargesheet.Based on the evidence it gathered during its probe, the agency had earlier confronted Vadra during his questioning on his association with the London property allegedly purchased by the arms dealer and about his connection with him. Sources however said Vadra had denied any association with Bhandari. tnnEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia And Israel Launch FTA Talks; Piyush Goyal, Nir Barkat Sign Terms Of ReferenceDelhi’s Pollution Forces Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong To Cough, Stop Her Speech MidwayJaishankar Meets Afghan Commerce Minister Azizi In Delhi; Trade, Connectivity DiscussedMEA Outlines Agenda For PM Modi’s South Africa Visit For G20 Summit In JohannesburgPenny Wong’s Cricket Banter With Jaishankar Highlights Warm, Confident India-Australia PartnershipJaishankar, Penny Wong Send A Strong India-Australia Message To China And The World on Indo-PacificIFFI 2025 Opens With A Surprise As Korean Minister Sings Vande Mataram And Wins Standing OvationPiyush Goyal’s 10 D’s Pitch in Israel Recasts India As Future-Ready for Worldwide InvestmentsDelhi Student Suicide Case: Massive Protest Outside School After Note Alleges Harassment By TeachersPiyush Goyal Links India, Israel Through Shared Adversities, Predicts 7% Percent GDP Growth For FY26123PhotostoriesFrom better brain function to stronger heart: 5 reasons why backward walking is excellent for youPrincess Diana finally enters the Grévin Wax Museum and yes, she’s wearing the iconic ‘Revenge Dress’Dipika Kakar breaks down after meeting her oncologist amid liver cancer treatment; says, ‘The reports are normal, but there is a constant fear and anxiety’Peripheral Artery Disease: 5 major causes, and ways to prevent it9 must-try street foods in Udaipur5 expert-approved best foods to control diabetes5 spectacular animals with the biggest horns on their heads10 father-son duos who left a mark on cricket historyHyderabad Metro’s big upgrade: Six-coach trains, faster rides to end commuter chaos soonPriyanka Chopra, Ranbir Kapoor to Alia Bhatt: Bollywood stars who reinvented their style after major career shifts123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayBihar Minister List 2025Bihar CM Oath CeremonyGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJoel EmbiidSavannah JamesGiannis AntetokounmpoTrevon DiggsKris KnoblauchAdin RossCandace OwensKona TakahashiKatie JohnsonOlivia Dunne

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NEW DELHI: ED filed a supplementary prosecution complaint (chargesheet) against Robert Vadra, husband of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi, before a special court here on Nov 15 in its money laundering case against fugitive defence dealer Sanjay Bhandari, alleging Vadra was found assisting the fugitive arms dealer and was beneficiary of a benami property in London…

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‘Why was false coup narrative not countered?’

‘Why was false coup narrative not countered?’

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MUMBAI: Tata Trusts trustee Darius Khambata, in a letter to trustees including chairman Noel Tata, has expressed disappointment over the Trusts’ failure to correct what he described as a “doctored media narrative” suggesting a “coup or takeover” by some trustees.“What has been disappointing to me has been the failure of the Trusts to correct this…

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan marks her father’s birth anniversary with an emotional post; shares ‘Then and Now’ pics of daughter Aaradhya Bachchan

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan marks her father’s birth anniversary with an emotional post; shares ‘Then and Now’ pics of daughter Aaradhya Bachchan

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan paid sweet tribute to her late father Krishnaraj Rai, on his birth anniversary. The actress took to her handle to share a deeply personal tribute of love to her late father, and also posted a set of then and now photographs featuring Aaradhya Bachchan. The photos not only gives fans a glimpse…

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Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight vs the Philadelphia 76ers? Latest update on the Milwaukee Bucks star’s injury report (November 20, 2025)

Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight vs the Philadelphia 76ers? Latest update on the Milwaukee Bucks star’s injury report (November 20, 2025)

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Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo tries to get past Los Angeles Lakers’ Deandre Ayton during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash) The Milwaukee Bucks enter tonight’s matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers facing a major setback, as they will be without their franchise cornerstone. The anticipation…

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Indian-origin employee gifted ,000 by McDonald’s restaurant owner after 40 years of service in US

Indian-origin employee gifted $40,000 by McDonald’s restaurant owner after 40 years of service in US

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After four decades of dedicated service at a McDonald’s in Saugus, Massachusetts, Pargan Singh, endearingly called ‘Balbir’, has become a local hero. His colleagues, who have watched him grow from a beginner to a beloved team member, surprised him with a lavish red-carpet tribute and a generous $40,000 gift, celebrating an incredible journey of commitment…

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The FSSAI has ordered states and Union territories to immediately remove fruit-based beverages and other drinks misusing the term “ORS” from shelves. This directive follows earlier orders to stop the illegal and misleading practice. Enforcement drives will identify and remove non-compliant products, with regulatory action against violators. Genuine WHO-recommended Oral Rehydration Salts, classified as drugs, are exempt from this crackdown. NEW DELHI: In a major enforcement push, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has ordered all states and Union territories to immediately pull off the shelves a range of fruit-based beverages, ready-to-drink products, electrolyte drinks and similar beverages that continue to misuse the term “ORS” on their labels – a practice the regulator says is misleading and illegal.The directive, issued on Nov 19, follows FSSAI’s earlier orders on Oct 14 and 15 withdrawing permission to use “ORS” – whether as a standalone term or with prefixes and suffixes – in the names of food and drink products. The authority said that several companies continue to flout those orders, selling products across e-commerce platforms, grocery stores, pharmacies, supermarkets and other modern trade outlets in violation of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.To curb the malpractice, states/UTs have been instructed to launch urgent inspection and verification drives, identify non-compliant products, ensure their immediate removal from sale, and initiate regulatory action against violators. A detailed action-taken report listing inspections, violations found, corrective steps taken, and status of product removal must be submitted to FSSAI at the earliest.In a significant clarification aimed at preventing field-level confusion, the regulator cautioned officials not to interfere with sales of genuine WHO-recommended Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS), which are classified as drugs under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. Such ORS products, used against dehydration and for diarrhoeal management, fall outside FSSAI’s jurisdiction and must not be sampled, seized or removed from stores.The authority noted instances where enforcement teams had mistakenly targeted legitimate ORS products, and reiterated that its crackdown applies strictly to food and beverage products misleadingly marketed as ORS and not to medical ORS formulations.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia And Israel Launch FTA Talks; Piyush Goyal, Nir Barkat Sign Terms Of ReferenceDelhi’s Pollution Forces Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong To Cough, Stop Her Speech MidwayJaishankar Meets Afghan Commerce Minister Azizi In Delhi; Trade, Connectivity DiscussedMEA Outlines Agenda For PM Modi’s South Africa Visit For G20 Summit In JohannesburgPenny Wong’s Cricket Banter With Jaishankar Highlights Warm, Confident India-Australia PartnershipJaishankar, Penny Wong Send A Strong India-Australia Message To China And The World on Indo-PacificIFFI 2025 Opens With A Surprise As Korean Minister Sings Vande Mataram And Wins Standing OvationPiyush Goyal’s 10 D’s Pitch in Israel Recasts India As Future-Ready for Worldwide InvestmentsDelhi Student Suicide Case: Massive Protest Outside School After Note Alleges Harassment By TeachersPiyush Goyal Links India, Israel Through Shared Adversities, Predicts 7% Percent GDP Growth For FY26123PhotostoriesFrom better brain function to stronger heart: 5 reasons why backward walking is excellent for youPrincess Diana finally enters the Grévin Wax Museum and yes, she’s wearing the iconic ‘Revenge Dress’Dipika Kakar breaks down after meeting her oncologist amid liver cancer treatment; says, ‘The reports are normal, but there is a constant fear and anxiety’Peripheral Artery Disease: 5 major causes, and ways to prevent it9 must-try street foods in Udaipur5 expert-approved best foods to control diabetes5 spectacular animals with the biggest horns on their heads10 father-son duos who left a mark on cricket historyHyderabad Metro’s big upgrade: Six-coach trains, faster rides to end commuter chaos soonPriyanka Chopra, Ranbir Kapoor to Alia Bhatt: Bollywood stars who reinvented their style after major career shifts123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayBihar Minister List 2025Bihar CM Oath CeremonyGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJoel EmbiidSavannah JamesGiannis AntetokounmpoTrevon DiggsKris KnoblauchAdin RossCandace OwensKona TakahashiKatie JohnsonOlivia Dunne

The FSSAI has ordered states and Union territories to immediately remove fruit-based beverages and other drinks misusing the term “ORS” from shelves. This directive follows earlier orders to stop the illegal and misleading practice. Enforcement drives will identify and remove non-compliant products, with regulatory action against violators. Genuine WHO-recommended Oral Rehydration Salts, classified as drugs, are exempt from this crackdown. NEW DELHI: In a major enforcement push, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has ordered all states and Union territories to immediately pull off the shelves a range of fruit-based beverages, ready-to-drink products, electrolyte drinks and similar beverages that continue to misuse the term “ORS” on their labels – a practice the regulator says is misleading and illegal.The directive, issued on Nov 19, follows FSSAI’s earlier orders on Oct 14 and 15 withdrawing permission to use “ORS” – whether as a standalone term or with prefixes and suffixes – in the names of food and drink products. The authority said that several companies continue to flout those orders, selling products across e-commerce platforms, grocery stores, pharmacies, supermarkets and other modern trade outlets in violation of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.To curb the malpractice, states/UTs have been instructed to launch urgent inspection and verification drives, identify non-compliant products, ensure their immediate removal from sale, and initiate regulatory action against violators. A detailed action-taken report listing inspections, violations found, corrective steps taken, and status of product removal must be submitted to FSSAI at the earliest.In a significant clarification aimed at preventing field-level confusion, the regulator cautioned officials not to interfere with sales of genuine WHO-recommended Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS), which are classified as drugs under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. Such ORS products, used against dehydration and for diarrhoeal management, fall outside FSSAI’s jurisdiction and must not be sampled, seized or removed from stores.The authority noted instances where enforcement teams had mistakenly targeted legitimate ORS products, and reiterated that its crackdown applies strictly to food and beverage products misleadingly marketed as ORS and not to medical ORS formulations.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia And Israel Launch FTA Talks; Piyush Goyal, Nir Barkat Sign Terms Of ReferenceDelhi’s Pollution Forces Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong To Cough, Stop Her Speech MidwayJaishankar Meets Afghan Commerce Minister Azizi In Delhi; Trade, Connectivity DiscussedMEA Outlines Agenda For PM Modi’s South Africa Visit For G20 Summit In JohannesburgPenny Wong’s Cricket Banter With Jaishankar Highlights Warm, Confident India-Australia PartnershipJaishankar, Penny Wong Send A Strong India-Australia Message To China And The World on Indo-PacificIFFI 2025 Opens With A Surprise As Korean Minister Sings Vande Mataram And Wins Standing OvationPiyush Goyal’s 10 D’s Pitch in Israel Recasts India As Future-Ready for Worldwide InvestmentsDelhi Student Suicide Case: Massive Protest Outside School After Note Alleges Harassment By TeachersPiyush Goyal Links India, Israel Through Shared Adversities, Predicts 7% Percent GDP Growth For FY26123PhotostoriesFrom better brain function to stronger heart: 5 reasons why backward walking is excellent for youPrincess Diana finally enters the Grévin Wax Museum and yes, she’s wearing the iconic ‘Revenge Dress’Dipika Kakar breaks down after meeting her oncologist amid liver cancer treatment; says, ‘The reports are normal, but there is a constant fear and anxiety’Peripheral Artery Disease: 5 major causes, and ways to prevent it9 must-try street foods in Udaipur5 expert-approved best foods to control diabetes5 spectacular animals with the biggest horns on their heads10 father-son duos who left a mark on cricket historyHyderabad Metro’s big upgrade: Six-coach trains, faster rides to end commuter chaos soonPriyanka Chopra, Ranbir Kapoor to Alia Bhatt: Bollywood stars who reinvented their style after major career shifts123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayBihar Minister List 2025Bihar CM Oath CeremonyGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJoel EmbiidSavannah JamesGiannis AntetokounmpoTrevon DiggsKris KnoblauchAdin RossCandace OwensKona TakahashiKatie JohnsonOlivia Dunne

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NEW DELHI: In a major enforcement push, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has ordered all states and Union territories to immediately pull off the shelves a range of fruit-based beverages, ready-to-drink products, electrolyte drinks and similar beverages that continue to misuse the term “ORS” on their labels – a practice the regulator…

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Who is Nalin Haley, Nikki Haley’s son and a political science graduate calling for an end to H-1B visas?

Who is Nalin Haley, Nikki Haley’s son and a political science graduate calling for an end to H-1B visas?

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Nalin Haley, the 24-year-old son of former US Ambassador and South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley. Nalin Haley, the 24-year-old son of former US Ambassador and South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, has sparked controversy with his outspoken stance on immigration and foreign worker programmes. In a recent interview with conservative commentator Tucker Carlson, Haley argued that…

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How can we reduce CO2?

How can we reduce CO2?

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Carbon dioxide is vital to all life on Earth. Without it, plants wouldn’t be able to grow and produce the oxygen we breathe. Yet an excess of CO2 is posing a real threat to the livability of the planet. As a greenhouse gas it traps heat in the Earth’s atmosphere and CO2 levels have increased…

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‘2 Co-Accused Also Present, Pak Handler Facilitated Meeting’ New Delhi: Dr Umar un Nabi, the suicide bomber behind the Nov 10 Delhi car blast, had met a Syrian terror operative in Turkiye in 2022 along with co-accused Dr Muzammil Shakeel Ganai and Dr Muzzafar Rather, supposedly on the directions of their Pakistani handler Ukasha, sources connected with the investigation told TOI on Thursday.The agencies are trying to dig deeper into what transpired during the meeting. Muzammil, who was arrested by NIA Thursday with three other accused – Dr Adeel Ahmed Rather, Dr Shaheen Saeed and Mufti Irfan Ahmad Wagay – is expected to be interrogated by NIA to take forward the probe into international linkages of the conspiracy.Intelligence sources told TOI the three doctors – Umar, Muzammil and Muzzafar (Adeel Rather’s brother) – had stayed in Turkiye for around 20 days. Though they had travelled there to see Ukasha, who is said to be based along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, the meeting never happened, as per the accused. Instead, Ukasha directed them to meet the Syrian national.Muzaffar went on to travel via UAE to Afghanistan and is said to have joined al-Qaida.Sources said Umar was also keen to travel to Afghanistan from Turkiye but was told by Ukasha to return to India to execute Jaish’s “bigger” terror plans there. He followed the direction, and it was only after his return that he joined Al Falah University and gave shape to the terror module that had been amassing explosives for future attacks when it was busted.”Muzammil, Adeel and Umer were constantly in touch with three Pakistan-based handlers Faisal, Hashim and Ukasha via Telegram, who would give them instructions, radicalisation material and bomb making videos,” an officer told TOI.NIA said on Thursday that the three doctors and Shopian cleric Mufti Irfan arrested by it had played a key role in the Delhi terror attack and were also conspiring to carry out similar pan-India strikes.Earlier, NIA had arrested Amir Rashid Ali, a plumber from Pampore, and Jasir Bilal Wani who hails from Qazigund. Amir had facilitated purchase of the vehicle used in the Delhi car blast and was aware of the suicide bombing plan. Umar had visited Pampore a week before buying the car to arrange the money and then travelled back to Haryana with Amir. Amir stayed with Umar for around a week, bought the car in his name, and then returned to Pampore days before the blast.Jasir is accused of being an active co-conspirator who had provided technical support for carrying out terror attacks by modifying drones into rockets for use in terror attacks.All the accused were earlier in custody of J&K police, which had, in a painstaking investigation that started with spotting of some Jaish posters in Nowgam, unravelled a chilling Jaish terror conspiracy involving highly-radicalised doctors working at Al-Falah University in Faridabad.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia And Israel Launch FTA Talks; Piyush Goyal, Nir Barkat Sign Terms Of ReferenceDelhi’s Pollution Forces Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong To Cough, Stop Her Speech MidwayJaishankar Meets Afghan Commerce Minister Azizi In Delhi; Trade, Connectivity DiscussedMEA Outlines Agenda For PM Modi’s South Africa Visit For G20 Summit In JohannesburgPenny Wong’s Cricket Banter With Jaishankar Highlights Warm, Confident India-Australia PartnershipJaishankar, Penny Wong Send A Strong India-Australia Message To China And The World on Indo-PacificIFFI 2025 Opens With A Surprise As Korean Minister Sings Vande Mataram And Wins Standing OvationPiyush Goyal’s 10 D’s Pitch in Israel Recasts India As Future-Ready for Worldwide InvestmentsDelhi Student Suicide Case: Massive Protest Outside School After Note Alleges Harassment By TeachersPiyush Goyal Links India, Israel Through Shared Adversities, Predicts 7% Percent GDP Growth For FY26123PhotostoriesPrincess Diana finally enters the Grévin Wax Museum and yes, she’s wearing the iconic ‘Revenge Dress’Dipika Kakar breaks down after meeting her oncologist amid liver cancer treatment; says, ‘The reports are normal, but there is a constant fear and anxiety’Peripheral Artery Disease: 5 major causes, and ways to prevent it9 must-try street foods in Udaipur5 expert-approved best foods to control diabetes5 spectacular animals with the biggest horns on their heads10 father-son duos who left a mark on cricket historyHyderabad Metro’s big upgrade: Six-coach trains, faster rides to end commuter chaos soonPriyanka Chopra, Ranbir Kapoor to Alia Bhatt: Bollywood stars who reinvented their style after major career shiftsThis South Indian-Style Anda Curry is a must-try123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayBihar Minister List 2025Bihar CM Oath CeremonyGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJoel EmbiidSavannah JamesGiannis AntetokounmpoTrevon DiggsKris KnoblauchFortnite DownTop Stock RecommendationsGold Silver Price PredictionStefon DiggsBaker Mayfield Wife

‘2 Co-Accused Also Present, Pak Handler Facilitated Meeting’ New Delhi: Dr Umar un Nabi, the suicide bomber behind the Nov 10 Delhi car blast, had met a Syrian terror operative in Turkiye in 2022 along with co-accused Dr Muzammil Shakeel Ganai and Dr Muzzafar Rather, supposedly on the directions of their Pakistani handler Ukasha, sources connected with the investigation told TOI on Thursday.The agencies are trying to dig deeper into what transpired during the meeting. Muzammil, who was arrested by NIA Thursday with three other accused – Dr Adeel Ahmed Rather, Dr Shaheen Saeed and Mufti Irfan Ahmad Wagay – is expected to be interrogated by NIA to take forward the probe into international linkages of the conspiracy.Intelligence sources told TOI the three doctors – Umar, Muzammil and Muzzafar (Adeel Rather’s brother) – had stayed in Turkiye for around 20 days. Though they had travelled there to see Ukasha, who is said to be based along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, the meeting never happened, as per the accused. Instead, Ukasha directed them to meet the Syrian national.Muzaffar went on to travel via UAE to Afghanistan and is said to have joined al-Qaida.Sources said Umar was also keen to travel to Afghanistan from Turkiye but was told by Ukasha to return to India to execute Jaish’s “bigger” terror plans there. He followed the direction, and it was only after his return that he joined Al Falah University and gave shape to the terror module that had been amassing explosives for future attacks when it was busted.”Muzammil, Adeel and Umer were constantly in touch with three Pakistan-based handlers Faisal, Hashim and Ukasha via Telegram, who would give them instructions, radicalisation material and bomb making videos,” an officer told TOI.NIA said on Thursday that the three doctors and Shopian cleric Mufti Irfan arrested by it had played a key role in the Delhi terror attack and were also conspiring to carry out similar pan-India strikes.Earlier, NIA had arrested Amir Rashid Ali, a plumber from Pampore, and Jasir Bilal Wani who hails from Qazigund. Amir had facilitated purchase of the vehicle used in the Delhi car blast and was aware of the suicide bombing plan. Umar had visited Pampore a week before buying the car to arrange the money and then travelled back to Haryana with Amir. Amir stayed with Umar for around a week, bought the car in his name, and then returned to Pampore days before the blast.Jasir is accused of being an active co-conspirator who had provided technical support for carrying out terror attacks by modifying drones into rockets for use in terror attacks.All the accused were earlier in custody of J&K police, which had, in a painstaking investigation that started with spotting of some Jaish posters in Nowgam, unravelled a chilling Jaish terror conspiracy involving highly-radicalised doctors working at Al-Falah University in Faridabad.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. 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