NIA has arrested another key accused in connection with the seizure of a large consignment of illegal explosives in Kerala’s Malappuram district. NEW DELHI: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested another accused in connection with the seizure of a large consignment of illegal explosives in Kerala’s Malappuram district, taking the total number of arrests in the case to 10, officials said on Sunday.The accused, identified as Haris TA, was arrested on Saturday from Manjeri in Malappuram. According to the NIA, Haris is a main conspirator and was involved in the illegal procurement of the explosives seized in the case.The case relates to the seizure of 89,600 explosive sticks and 10,500 shock tubes (NONEL) from a lorry parked at the compound of Farha Hollow Bricks Company on the Chemmad-Thalappara Road in Malappuram on February 7, 2026.The lorry was intercepted by Kerala Police, who arrested three people linked to the consignment. The NIA said the accused did not have the required licences or permissions to possess or transport the explosives.The agency subsequently re-registered the case and took over the investigation in April 2026. During the probe, the NIA conducted searches at 19 locations across Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, and recovered digital devices, documents and other material, including gelatin sticks.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe NIA said the investigation uncovered the involvement of additional people in the alleged conspiracy and helped identify the supply chain through which the explosives were procured and transported.Haris’ arrest came a day after the NIA arrested three more accused from Vijayapura in Karnataka on August 7. The agency said the investigation is continuing to uncover the larger conspiracy, including the illegal procurement, movement and intended use of the explosives.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorKanchan YadavKanchan Yadav is a writer at The Times of India, where she covers business, politics, international affairs and social issues. Her reporting also focuses on policy, governance and economic developments, with a close lens on how decisions in corridors of power affect everyday lives and community well-being.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAir India Phuket-Delhi Flight Captain Reportedly Fails Dope Test After Turbulence IncidentSavarkar Quiz Question Sparks Political Row In Kerala; Education Department Orders InquiryWATCH: Uttarakhand Innovator’s Electric Flying Vehicle Takes Maiden Test FlightUPI To Remain Free For Users, But Some Merchants May Face Nominal Fees In Future: GovtArunachal CM Rejects Chinese Encroachment As India Assigns Official Names To 27 Places‘If You Don’t Kill My Husband, I Will’: Telangana Man Uncovers Wife’s Shocking Chats With Lover‘Brahmins Joining BSP’: Mayawati SLAMS Akhilesh Yadav Over PDA’s ‘P Change’ From Pichhde To Pandit‘I Am Proud Of All Of You’: PM Modi’s Big Msg To Students At First Public Speech After CJP ProtestsKashmir Tourist Security To Get Major Upgrade With CCTV, Command Centres And Security AuditsUS Senate Passes Russia Sanctions Bill, India Faces Potential 100% Tariff Over Russian Oil Purchases123Photostories12 traditional North Indian breakfast dishes that are a must-try7 reasons why teamwork beats individual talent on any given day, according to GoogleWhy first love stays in your heart forever: 7 reasons it’s so hard to forgetDrinking milk but still at risk of calcium deficiency? Here’s what can interfere with calcium absorptionHow Sridevi turned the chiffon saree into Bollywood’s most iconic fashion statementWhy you suddenly need to pee when you’re stressed: Doctor explains how stress signals travel between the brain and bladder10 unique baby girl names inspired by rare and lesser-known flowersFrom pig trotters to sprouting mushrooms: 5 bizarre luxury shoes breaking the internetOptical illusion personality test: What you spot first says everything about your hidden desiresRed or white patch in your mouth that won’t go away? Doctor explains the warning signs you should not ignore123Hot PicksThailand School ShootingUPI TransactionsAsk Me AnythingJharkhand protestGurgaon rainNICL Assistant RecruitmentAnkur WarikooIndia Labour CodesGold rate todayTop TrendingNashik EarthquakeUddhav ThackerayRaja RaghuvanshiBJP MLA Fake MarriagesDevendra FadnavisSiddhivinayak Temple donation theftDelhi Wife MurderAbhijeet DipkeTarun TejpalPraveen Nettaru Murder Case
NEW DELHI: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested another accused in connection with the seizure of a large consignment of illegal explosives in Kerala’s Malappuram district, taking the total number of arrests in the case to 10, officials said on Sunday.The accused, identified as Haris TA, was arrested on Saturday from Manjeri in Malappuram. According to the NIA, Haris is a main conspirator and was involved in the illegal procurement of the explosives seized in the case.The case relates to the seizure of 89,600 explosive sticks and 10,500 shock tubes (NONEL) from a lorry parked at the compound of Farha Hollow Bricks Company on the Chemmad-Thalappara Road in Malappuram on February 7, 2026.The lorry was intercepted by Kerala Police, who arrested three people linked to the consignment. The NIA said the accused did not have the required licences or permissions to possess or transport the explosives.The agency subsequently re-registered the case and took over the investigation in April 2026. During the probe, the NIA conducted searches at 19 locations across Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, and recovered digital devices, documents and other material, including gelatin sticks.
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The NIA said the investigation uncovered the involvement of additional people in the alleged conspiracy and helped identify the supply chain through which the explosives were procured and transported.Haris’ arrest came a day after the NIA arrested three more accused from Vijayapura in Karnataka on August 7. The agency said the investigation is continuing to uncover the larger conspiracy, including the illegal procurement, movement and intended use of the explosives.
