At least 25 Afghan security force personnel were killed in an ambush considered to be carried out by Taliban. The attack took place in the northeastern part of Afghanistan. Although Taliban was believed to be behind the attack, it did not accept responsibility in the immediate aftermath.

"Fighting is still continuing and the Taliban have also suffered heavy casualties," Jawad Hejri, a spokesman for the governor of Takhar province was quoted by AFP as saying.

Takhar provincial health director Abdul Qayoum confirmed the incident but said 34 security personnel had been killed -- including the deputy police chief of the province.

"These security forces were on their way for an operation in the district when they were attacked by the Taliban," said Hejri.

"The Taliban had taken positions in the houses around the area. They ambushed our forces who were there for an operation against the enemy."

The Taliban have so far not commented on the attack.

It comes as spiraling violence across Afghanistan imperils ongoing peace talks between the hardline group and the government in Qatar.

(With AFP inputs)

At least 25 Afghan security force personnel were killed in an ambush considered to be carried out by Taliban. The attack took place in the northeastern part of Afghanistan.

At least 25 Afghan security force personnel were killed in an ambush considered to be carried out by Taliban. The attack took place in the northeastern part of Afghanistan. Although Taliban was believed to be behind the attack, it did not accept responsibility in the immediate aftermath. "Fighting is still continuing and the Taliban have also suffered heavy casualties," Jawad Hejri, a spokesman for the governor of Takhar province was quoted by AFP as saying. Takhar provincial health director Abdul Qayoum confirmed the incident but said 34 security personnel had been killed -- including the deputy police chief of the province. "These security forces were on their way for an operation in the district when they were attacked by the Taliban," said Hejri. "The Taliban had taken positions in the houses around the area. They ambushed our forces who were there for an operation against the enemy." The Taliban have so far not commented on the attack. It comes as spiraling violence across Afghanistan imperils ongoing peace talks between the hardline group and the government in Qatar. (With AFP inputs)

Taliban ambush kills 25 Afghan security persons

Virtual SIM cards pose a new headache for security agencies fighting terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir as their use in the valley has seen an increase among terror groups to connect with their handlers in Pakistan, officials said here.

The penetration of this new technology was found in 2019 when a request was sent to the United States to seek details from a service provider of "virtual SIMs" used by suicide bomber of Jaish-e-Mohammed terror group involved in the Pulwama attack that left 40 CRPF personnel dead.

However, a detailed investigation done by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and other security agencies indicated that over 40 virtual SIM cards were used in the Pulwama attack alone, and there are probably more of them floating in the cyberspace of the valley, the officials said.

It is a fairly new modus operandi wherein terrorists across the border are using "virtual SIM" cards, generated by a service provider from a foreign country.

In this technology, the computer generates a telephone number and the user downloads an application of the service provider on their smartphone.

The number is linked to social networking sites like WhatsApp, Facebook, Telegram or Twitter.

The verification code for activating the service is generated by these networking sites and received on the smartphone.

The officials said the numbers used were pre-fixed with a country code or Mobile Station International Subscriber Directory Number (MSISDN) number.

They said that, besides telecom companies in the US, Canada, the UK, Israel, numbers of Puerto Rico, a Caribbean island being controlled by the US, are doing the rounds in the market.

Every mobile phone instrument is sent for a detailed forensic analysis to have a thorough check to look for any telltale signs of use of virtual SIM cards, the officials said.

Technology has its pros and cons, and while fighting terrorism, the security agencies have to not only keep up the pace but also move a step ahead of those planning to misuse it, says an official.

The risk of forging identities during purchase of virtual SIM cards also runs high.

During investigation of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, it was found that an amount of USD 229 was wired to Callphonex, via Western Union Money Transfer receipt number 8364307716-0, for activating the Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) used during the strikes.

The money was received from 'Madina Trading' located in Brescia in Italy and sender was claimed to be Javed Iqbal, a resident of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

However, after Italian police arrested two Pakistani nationals in 2009, it was alleged that the firm had made nearly 300 transfers in the name of Iqbal, who probably had never set his foot in Italy.

The Italian police, while concluding the probe, had said the Brescia-based company made several transfers using the identity of innocent, unsuspecting persons, whose identity cards or passports might have been stolen.

Virtual SIM cards pose a new headache for security agencies fighting terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir as their use in the valley has seen an increase among terror groups to connect with their handlers in Pakistan, officials said here.

Virtual SIM cards pose a new headache for security agencies fighting terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir as their use in the valley has seen an increase among terror groups to connect with their handlers in Pakistan, officials said here. The penetration of this new technology was found in 2019 when a request was sent to the United States to seek details from a service provider of "virtual SIMs" used by suicide bomber of Jaish-e-Mohammed terror group involved in the Pulwama attack that left 40 CRPF personnel dead. However, a detailed investigation done by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and other security agencies indicated that over 40 virtual SIM cards were used in the Pulwama attack alone, and there are probably more of them floating in the cyberspace of the valley, the officials said. It is a fairly new modus operandi wherein terrorists across the border are using "virtual SIM" cards, generated by a service provider from a foreign country. In this technology, the computer generates a telephone number and the user downloads an application of the service provider on their smartphone. The number is linked to social networking sites like WhatsApp, Facebook, Telegram or Twitter. The verification code for activating the service is generated by these networking sites and received on the smartphone. The officials said the numbers used were pre-fixed with a country code or Mobile Station International Subscriber Directory Number (MSISDN) number. They said that, besides telecom companies in the US, Canada, the UK, Israel, numbers of Puerto Rico, a Caribbean island being controlled by the US, are doing the rounds in the market. Every mobile phone instrument is sent for a detailed forensic analysis to have a thorough check to look for any telltale signs of use of virtual SIM cards, the officials said. Technology has its pros and cons, and while fighting terrorism, the security agencies have to not only keep up the pace but also move a step ahead of those planning to misuse it, says an official. The risk of forging identities during purchase of virtual SIM cards also runs high. During investigation of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, it was found that an amount of USD 229 was wired to Callphonex, via Western Union Money Transfer receipt number 8364307716-0, for activating the Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) used during the strikes. The money was received from 'Madina Trading' located in Brescia in Italy and sender was claimed to be Javed Iqbal, a resident of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). However, after Italian police arrested two Pakistani nationals in 2009, it was alleged that the firm had made nearly 300 transfers in the name of Iqbal, who probably had never set his foot in Italy. The Italian police, while concluding the probe, had said the Brescia-based company made several transfers using the identity of innocent, unsuspecting persons, whose identity cards or passports might have been stolen.

Virtual SIM cards pose new headache for security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir

Terrorists attacked a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) party deployed at South Kashmir`s mini secretariat here.

No casualties or injuries reported so far and the area has been cordoned off.More details awaited.

On Thursday morning, a CRPF personnel succumbed to injuries sustained after terrorists attacked a CRPF party in Kaisermulla area at Chadoora in Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp; 
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Terrorists attacked a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) party deployed at South Kashmir`s mini secretariat here. No casualties or injuries reported so far and the area has been cordoned off.

Terrorists attacked a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) party deployed at South Kashmir`s mini secretariat here. No casualties or injuries reported so far and the area has been cordoned off.More details awaited. On Thursday morning, a CRPF personnel succumbed to injuries sustained after terrorists attacked a CRPF party in Kaisermulla area at Chadoora in Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Terrorists attack security forces in Kashmir; no casualties reported

The Islamist gunmen who struck the Charlie Hebdo magazine and a Jewish store, killing 17, are dead but on Wednesday, five years after the attack that marked the onset of a wave of Islamist violence in France, their alleged accomplices face trial.

Fourteen defendants, three of whom will be tried in absentia and may be dead, face charges including financing terrorism, membership in a terrorist organisation and supplying weapons to the perpetrators: Said and Cherif Kouachi and Amedy Coulibaly.

On Jan. 7, 2015, the Kouachi brothers went on a killing spree in the Paris offices of Charlie Hebdo, whose satire on race, religion and politics tested the limits of what society would accept in the name of free speech.

They killed 12 in an attack claimed by al Qaeda.

The following day, Coulibaly, an acquaintance of Cherif Kouachi, killed a female police officer. On Jan. 9, he killed four Jewish men at a kosher supermarket. In a video, he said he acted in the name of Islamic State. 
More than 250 people have been killed in France in Islamist violence since the attacks and countering the threat remains a government priority, Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin says.

Also Read: <a href="http://13.235.153.162/world/we-have-freedom-of-the-press-says-macron-on-charlie-hebdo-row-324656">We have freedom of the press, says Macron on Charlie Hebdo row</a>

Al Qaeda`s Yemen branch placed Charlie Hebdo`s then-director on its "wanted list" after the weekly published caricatures of the Prophet Mohammad, including one of him in a bomb-shaped turban.

The magazine plans to re-publish the cartoons to coincide with the trial.

"We will never lie down. We will never give up," editor Laurent "Riss" Sourisseau wrote.

President Emmanuel Macron said it was not for him to pass comment on the magazine`s editorial judgement and that the freedom to blaspheme went in hand in hand with the freedom of belief in France.

"Satire is not a discourse of hate," the president told a news conference in Beirut.

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Among those charged are Hayat Boumedienne, Coulibaly`s partner at the time of the attacks, and brothers Mohamed and Mehdi Belhoucine. All three travelled to areas of Syria under Islamic State`s control days before the attacks and may be dead.

The trial, which will run for 10 weeks and be filmed throughout, is likely to evoke painful memories.

Chloe Verlhac lost her husband, cartoonist Bernard Verlhac, known as "Tignous", in the attack.

"He literally died with his felt-tip in his hand," she told RTL radio. "He never let go."

The Islamist gunmen who struck the Charlie Hebdo magazine and a Jewish store, killing 17, are dead but on Wednesday, five years after the attack that marked the onset of a wave of Islamist violence in France, their alleged accomplices face trial.

The Islamist gunmen who struck the Charlie Hebdo magazine and a Jewish store, killing 17, are dead but on Wednesday, five years after the attack that marked the onset of a wave of Islamist violence in France, their alleged accomplices face trial. Fourteen defendants, three of whom will be tried in absentia and may be dead, face charges including financing terrorism, membership in a terrorist organisation and supplying weapons to the perpetrators: Said and Cherif Kouachi and Amedy Coulibaly. On Jan. 7, 2015, the Kouachi brothers went on a killing spree in the Paris offices of Charlie Hebdo, whose satire on race, religion and politics tested the limits of what society would accept in the name of free speech. They killed 12 in an attack claimed by al Qaeda. The following day, Coulibaly, an acquaintance of Cherif Kouachi, killed a female police officer. On Jan. 9, he killed four Jewish men at a kosher supermarket. In a video, he said he acted in the name of Islamic State. More than 250 people have been killed in France in Islamist violence since the attacks and countering the threat remains a government priority, Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin says. Also Read: We have freedom of the press, says Macron on Charlie Hebdo row Al Qaeda`s Yemen branch placed Charlie Hebdo`s then-director on its "wanted list" after the weekly published caricatures of the Prophet Mohammad, including one of him in a bomb-shaped turban. The magazine plans to re-publish the cartoons to coincide with the trial. "We will never lie down. We will never give up," editor Laurent "Riss" Sourisseau wrote. President Emmanuel Macron said it was not for him to pass comment on the magazine`s editorial judgement and that the freedom to blaspheme went in hand in hand with the freedom of belief in France. "Satire is not a discourse of hate," the president told a news conference in Beirut. × Among those charged are Hayat Boumedienne, Coulibaly`s partner at the time of the attacks, and brothers Mohamed and Mehdi Belhoucine. All three travelled to areas of Syria under Islamic State`s control days before the attacks and may be dead. The trial, which will run for 10 weeks and be filmed throughout, is likely to evoke painful memories. Chloe Verlhac lost her husband, cartoonist Bernard Verlhac, known as "Tignous", in the attack. "He literally died with his felt-tip in his hand," she told RTL radio. "He never let go."

Charlie Hebdo terrorist attack accomplices go on trial today

Infiltrating terrorists were intercepted by the Indian Army after a suspicious movement of unidentified persons was detected on the Indian side of Line of Control (LoC) at Machhal sector in Kupwara on Friday.

"Early morning today, suspicious movement of unidentified persons was detected on the Indian side of LoC at Machhal sector in Kupwara. Infiltrating terrorists were intercepted; firefight ensued. Operation in progress," said Chinar Corps, Indian Army.

According to the Army, 3 AK rifles, a sniper rifle, 8 grenades and other warlike stores were recovered. Search in the area is underway.

Infiltrating terrorists were intercepted by the Indian Army after a suspicious movement of unidentified persons was detected on the Indian side of Line of Control (LoC) at Machhal sector in Kupwara on Friday.

Infiltrating terrorists were intercepted by the Indian Army after a suspicious movement of unidentified persons was detected on the Indian side of Line of Control (LoC) at Machhal sector in Kupwara on Friday. "Early morning today, suspicious movement of unidentified persons was detected on the Indian side of LoC at Machhal sector in Kupwara. Infiltrating terrorists were intercepted; firefight ensued. Operation in progress," said Chinar Corps, Indian Army. According to the Army, 3 AK rifles, a sniper rifle, 8 grenades and other warlike stores were recovered. Search in the area is underway.

Terrorists intercepted in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara; rifles, grenades recovered

First, the economic crisis, then the coronavirus pandemic and now, an attack on its Karachi Stock Exchange.&nbsp;

The attack not only targets Pakistan but, its chief creditor China too.&nbsp;

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This horrific sound of gunshots is coming from inside the Karachi Stock Exchange. Four gunmen drove up to the home of Pakistan’s financial hub on Monday morning. They were inside this black car.&nbsp;

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After driving to the gate --- two gunmen managed to enter the parking area. A gun battle ensued. All officials and traders took shelter inside during the shootout. By the end of the one-hour long firefight, all four gunmen were dead. &nbsp;A shaken director of the Karachi Stock Exchange appeared before the media to make a statement.&nbsp; 
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He said: "Two of the terrorists were killed at the main gate, the third terrorist was killed at the centre gate and the fourth terrorist was killed at the main entrance gate of the stock exchange building."&nbsp;

Hours after the attack, the Balochistan Liberation Army took responsibility for the attack. &nbsp;A group that has been raising the demand for an independent Balochistan.&nbsp;

Recently, this group targeted Chinese investments in Pakistan. &nbsp;In 2018, the B.L.A. allegedly tried to storm the Chinese consulate in Karachi.&nbsp;

Last year, the group attacked a five-star hotel --- financed by the Chinese in Gwadar.&nbsp;

The attack on the Pakistani stock exchange targets China too.

Earlier, a Chinese consortium acquired a 40 per cent stake in the PSX - the company running the stock trading platform - at Rs 28 per share in January 2017.

A Chinese consortium had bought a 40 per cent stake in the PSX three years ago. Last year, Chinese investors were considering investing up to two billion dollars in the Pakistani stock market.&nbsp;

The B.L.A. has strongly opposed China’s belt and road initiative. Especially, the investments in Balochistan. &nbsp;Since the day the projects were announced --- Balochistan has caught the world’s attention. Tourists and journalists began visiting the province. Triggering major concerns among the locals.&nbsp;

They fear that CPEC will turn the Baloch people into a minority. The Baloch liberation army has resorted to violence to push china back.&nbsp;

As a province -- Balochistan is struggling. &nbsp;Richest in natural resources, lowest in developmental projects and govt priorities. Balochistan's wealth is being drained by Pakistan. The Pak military has been running a brutal campaign of repression.

Forced disappearances are the norm. The coronavirus pandemic has broken the back of the province. The death toll continues to rise. The locals remain cut off from the world.&nbsp;

Last week, students in Quetta were beaten up by the police. They were demanding access to the internet --- to attend their classes.&nbsp;

Now, the attack on the stock exchange --- only brings the focus back on Pakistan's oppression of Balochistan.

First, the economic crisis, then the coronavirus pandemic and now, an attack on its Karachi Stock Exchange. The attack not only targets Pakistan but, its chief creditor China too.

First, the economic crisis, then the coronavirus pandemic and now, an attack on its Karachi Stock Exchange. The attack not only targets Pakistan but, its chief creditor China too. Video from inside the Pakistan Stock Exchange building - intense firing can be heard pic.twitter.com/7xxYW92nHo — omar r quraishi (@omar_quraishi) June 29, 2020 × This horrific sound of gunshots is coming from inside the Karachi Stock Exchange. Four gunmen drove up to the home of Pakistan’s financial hub on Monday morning. They were inside this black car. After driving to the gate --- two gunmen managed to enter the parking area. A gun battle ensued. All officials and traders took shelter inside during the shootout. By the end of the one-hour long firefight, all four gunmen were dead. A shaken director of the Karachi Stock Exchange appeared before the media to make a statement. He said: "Two of the terrorists were killed at the main gate, the third terrorist was killed at the centre gate and the fourth terrorist was killed at the main entrance gate of the stock exchange building." Hours after the attack, the Balochistan Liberation Army took responsibility for the attack. A group that has been raising the demand for an independent Balochistan. Recently, this group targeted Chinese investments in Pakistan. In 2018, the B.L.A. allegedly tried to storm the Chinese consulate in Karachi. Last year, the group attacked a five-star hotel --- financed by the Chinese in Gwadar. The attack on the Pakistani stock exchange targets China too. Earlier, a Chinese consortium acquired a 40 per cent stake in the PSX - the company running the stock trading platform - at Rs 28 per share in January 2017. A Chinese consortium had bought a 40 per cent stake in the PSX three years ago. Last year, Chinese investors were considering investing up to two billion dollars in the Pakistani stock market. The B.L.A. has strongly opposed China’s belt and road initiative. Especially, the investments in Balochistan. Since the day the projects were announced --- Balochistan has caught the world’s attention. Tourists and journalists began visiting the province. Triggering major concerns among the locals. They fear that CPEC will turn the Baloch people into a minority. The Baloch liberation army has resorted to violence to push china back. As a province -- Balochistan is struggling. Richest in natural resources, lowest in developmental projects and govt priorities. Balochistan's wealth is being drained by Pakistan. The Pak military has been running a brutal campaign of repression. Forced disappearances are the norm. The coronavirus pandemic has broken the back of the province. The death toll continues to rise. The locals remain cut off from the world. Last week, students in Quetta were beaten up by the police. They were demanding access to the internet --- to attend their classes. Now, the attack on the stock exchange --- only brings the focus back on Pakistan's oppression of Balochistan.

Karachi Stock Exchange attacked in Pakistan; Balochistan Liberation Army claims responsibility

Government of India on Monday criticized Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi for peddling conspiracy theories that India was behind the terror attack on the Pakistan stock exchange building in Karachi.

In a scathing response to Qureshi's absurd remarks, External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said unlike Pakistan, India has no hesitation in condemning terrorism anywhere in the world including in Karachi.

"India rejects the absurd comments of Foreign Minister of Pakistan on the terrorist attack in Karachi. Pakistan cannot shift the blame on India for its domestic problems," Srivastava said.

He was responding to media queries on false allegations made by Qureshi.

He also referred to Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan calling the slain al-Qaeda chief and 9/11 mastermind Osama bin Laden a "martyr" and said Qureshi may wish to reflect on his own government`s position.

"Foreign Minister Qureshi may wish to reflect on this, as also his own Government`s position, including his Prime Minister`s description of the global terrorist as a `martyr`," the spokesperson said.

Hours after gunmen attacked the Pakistani stock exchange in Karachi, Qureshi alleged that the clues of the strike are leading towards sleeper cells activated by India.

(With inputs from agencies)

Government of India on Monday criticized Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi for peddling conspiracy theories that India was behind the terror attack on the Pakistan stock exchange building in Karachi.

Government of India on Monday criticized Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi for peddling conspiracy theories that India was behind the terror attack on the Pakistan stock exchange building in Karachi. In a scathing response to Qureshi's absurd remarks, External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said unlike Pakistan, India has no hesitation in condemning terrorism anywhere in the world including in Karachi. "India rejects the absurd comments of Foreign Minister of Pakistan on the terrorist attack in Karachi. Pakistan cannot shift the blame on India for its domestic problems," Srivastava said. He was responding to media queries on false allegations made by Qureshi. He also referred to Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan calling the slain al-Qaeda chief and 9/11 mastermind Osama bin Laden a "martyr" and said Qureshi may wish to reflect on his own government`s position. "Foreign Minister Qureshi may wish to reflect on this, as also his own Government`s position, including his Prime Minister`s description of the global terrorist as a `martyr`," the spokesperson said. Hours after gunmen attacked the Pakistani stock exchange in Karachi, Qureshi alleged that the clues of the strike are leading towards sleeper cells activated by India. (With inputs from agencies)

Govt slams Pakistan for linking Karachi terror attack to India, calls remarks ‘absurd’

By&nbsp;Syed Khalid Hussain Hussain

Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were among four persons martyred&nbsp;in a brief shootout at Wangam area of Qaziabad Handwara in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

Terrorists attacked 92 bn CRPF (a coy) party at Wangam at around 5:32 pm. In the attack, two CRPF men were martyred&nbsp;on the spot while two others suffered injuries. Both the injured were shifted to hospital where one succumbed on the way, they said.

The paramilitary troopers retaliated and the exchange of fire continued for around 10 minutes, an official said.

After the firing stopped one more body was spotted near the shootout site. It is yet to be ascertained whether the body is that of a civilian or someone else, they said.

PRO CRPF Pankaj Singh told terrorists attacked the CRPF party at Wangam. “In the attack, three CRPF men were martyred, two of them on the spot and another on way to the hospital,” he said, adding one more CRPF personnel has been hospitalized.

Regarding the body found near the spot, PRO said that there is a question mark about him as no weapon was found from him.

Soon after the attack, additional reinforcement of army, SOG and CRPF rushed to the spot and launched a massive search operation to trace out the fleeing terrorists.&nbsp;

It’s the second attack on security forces in Handwara earlier in Chanjmullha village where two terrorists were killed and four Army personnel including a CO and a police SI were&nbsp;martyred.&nbsp;

By Syed Khalid Hussain Hussain Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were among four persons martyred in a brief shootout at Wangam area of Qaziabad Handwara in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

By Syed Khalid Hussain Hussain Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were among four persons martyred in a brief shootout at Wangam area of Qaziabad Handwara in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district. Terrorists attacked 92 bn CRPF (a coy) party at Wangam at around 5:32 pm. In the attack, two CRPF men were martyred on the spot while two others suffered injuries. Both the injured were shifted to hospital where one succumbed on the way, they said. The paramilitary troopers retaliated and the exchange of fire continued for around 10 minutes, an official said. After the firing stopped one more body was spotted near the shootout site. It is yet to be ascertained whether the body is that of a civilian or someone else, they said. PRO CRPF Pankaj Singh told terrorists attacked the CRPF party at Wangam. “In the attack, three CRPF men were martyred, two of them on the spot and another on way to the hospital,” he said, adding one more CRPF personnel has been hospitalized. Regarding the body found near the spot, PRO said that there is a question mark about him as no weapon was found from him. Soon after the attack, additional reinforcement of army, SOG and CRPF rushed to the spot and launched a massive search operation to trace out the fleeing terrorists. It’s the second attack on security forces in Handwara earlier in Chanjmullha village where two terrorists were killed and four Army personnel including a CO and a police SI were martyred.

3 CRPF men among 4 martyred in Handwara shootout, additional forces rushed to the area

PM Modi, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Union Ministers Rajnath Singh, Smriti Irani and Hardeep Puri,West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal were among those who remembered those killed when a convoy of vehicles carrying security personnel was attacked on February 14 last year.

WION Dispatch: Nation Pays homage to Pulwama Martyrs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday led the nation in paying tribute to the 40 CRPF personnel killed in a terror attack in Pulwama a year ago and said India will never forget their martyrdom.

Pulwama attack anniversary: PM Modi, leaders pay homage to brave CRPF personnel

Somalian&nbsp;President&nbsp;Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo reassured his country on Saturday, that&nbsp;Somalia&nbsp;would not be demoralised after a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-90-people-killed-in-mogadishu-checkpoint-blast-report-270759">bomb-laden truck exploded</a> earlier in the day at a busy checkpoint in Mogadishu, killing at least 90 people according to an international organisation working in the country.

"The motive behind such an attack is to terrorise and demoralize the&nbsp;Somalian people and its government. The people and its government will never be demoralized from achieving our development goals and the rebuilding of our country,"&nbsp;Farmajo said.&nbsp;

The roadside bombing was the deadliest attack to hit&nbsp;Somalia&nbsp;in more than two years, further raising security concerns in the Horn of Africa.

Saturday is a working day in the Muslim country and the explosion occurred during the morning rush hour. Rescuers carried bodies past the twisted wreckage of a vehicle and a minibus taxi smeared with blood.

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Farmajo also urged government authorities and Somalian people to help the victims of the deadly attack.&nbsp;

"I strongly order government agencies to help people in hospitals who are wounded from the blast and give them whatever support they need. I also ask the&nbsp;Somalian people to help the victims in whatever way they can," he said.&nbsp;

A report by the international organisation, which did not want to be named, said the death toll was more than 90 and that university students and 17 police officers were among those killed. A Somali MP also tweeted that he had been told the death toll stands at more than 90.

No-one immediately claimed responsibility for the blast but the city's mayor blamed al Qaeda-linked Islamist group al Shabaab.

"This terrorist group of Al-Shabab, it seems has been contracted to kill and massacre innocent people and destroy all infrastructure," the President said.&nbsp;

Somalian President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo reassured his country on Saturday, that Somalia would not be demoralised after a bomb-laden truck exploded earlier in the day at a busy checkpoint in Mogadishu, killing at least 90 people according to an international organisation working in the country.

Somalian President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo reassured his country on Saturday, that Somalia would not be demoralised after a bomb-laden truck exploded earlier in the day at a busy checkpoint in Mogadishu, killing at least 90 people according to an international organisation working in the country. "The motive behind such an attack is to terrorise and demoralize the Somalian people and its government. The people and its government will never be demoralized from achieving our development goals and the rebuilding of our country," Farmajo said. The roadside bombing was the deadliest attack to hit Somalia in more than two years, further raising security concerns in the Horn of Africa. Saturday is a working day in the Muslim country and the explosion occurred during the morning rush hour. Rescuers carried bodies past the twisted wreckage of a vehicle and a minibus taxi smeared with blood. Also watch: Bomb blast at busy Mogadishu checkpoint claim lives of more that 90, dozens injured × Farmajo also urged government authorities and Somalian people to help the victims of the deadly attack. "I strongly order government agencies to help people in hospitals who are wounded from the blast and give them whatever support they need. I also ask the Somalian people to help the victims in whatever way they can," he said. A report by the international organisation, which did not want to be named, said the death toll was more than 90 and that university students and 17 police officers were among those killed. A Somali MP also tweeted that he had been told the death toll stands at more than 90. No-one immediately claimed responsibility for the blast but the city's mayor blamed al Qaeda-linked Islamist group al Shabaab. "This terrorist group of Al-Shabab, it seems has been contracted to kill and massacre innocent people and destroy all infrastructure," the President said.

Somalian president reassures nation after deadly truck bomb attack

An armed man has been shot in an incident at London Bridge in the centre of the British Capital, police officials said.

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According to media reports, two shots had been fired.&nbsp;

Twitter users also flocked social media claiming shots have been fired and that a large police presence is at the scene.&nbsp;

The London Bridge has been cordoned off by police and ambulance service are present at the scene.

London Bridge was the scene of an attack in June 2017 when three militants drove a van into pedestrians and then attacked people in the surrounding area, killing eight people.

(With inputs from Reuters)

An armed man has been shot in an incident at London Bridge in the centre of the British Capital, police officials said. " Police were called at 1:58pm to a stabbing at premises near to London Bridge.

An armed man has been shot in an incident at London Bridge in the centre of the British Capital, police officials said. " Police were called at 1:58pm to a stabbing at premises near to London Bridge. Emergency services attended, including officers from the Met and @CoLP .A man has been detained by police. We believe a number of people have been injured. Further info to follow.," Metropolitan police said in a statement on Twitter. Police were called at 1:58pm to a stabbing at premises near to London Bridge. Emergency services attended, including officers from the Met and @CoLP A man has been detained by police. We believe a number of people have been injured. Further info to follow. — Metropolitan Police (@metpoliceuk) November 29, 2019 × According to media reports, two shots had been fired. Twitter users also flocked social media claiming shots have been fired and that a large police presence is at the scene. The London Bridge has been cordoned off by police and ambulance service are present at the scene. London Bridge was the scene of an attack in June 2017 when three militants drove a van into pedestrians and then attacked people in the surrounding area, killing eight people. (With inputs from Reuters)

London Bridge incident: Man shot by police after stabbing attack

A suspected Students` Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) terrorist Azharuddin, also known as `Chemical Ali` who was allegedly involved in the 2013 Bodhgaya and Patna bomb blasts was on Friday nabbed by Chhattisgarh police from Hyderabad airport after he landed from Saudi Arabia, a senior police officer said Saturday.

"Azharuddin, a resident of Moudhapara in Raipur named in connection with the blasts, had been absconding for the past six years and was hiding in Saudi Arabia where he was working as a driver and a salesman at a supermarket," Senior Superintendent of Police Arif Sheikh told reporters at a press conference here.

A joint team of Chattisgarh Police along with Anti-Terrorism Squad squad made the arrests based on specific input about Azharuddin`s arrival at the airport here.

The team under the direction of Deputy Inspector General of Police and Senior Superintendent of Police, Arif H. Shaikh, under the leadership of Municipal Superintendent of Police, Civil Line Trilok Bansal (IPS) Raipur Police and ATS special team made the arrest and brought him to Raipur.

The SIMI operative, is said to be part of a sleeper cell and had allegedly given shelter to the accused in the Bodhgaya and Patna bomb blasts, will be produced in the court today and the probe agencies will seek a two-day police remand.

One passport, two driving licenses, a voting pass and a voter identity card has been seized from the possession of the accused, the police officer said.

A Tibetan monk and a tourist were injured in the 2013 blast that took place when a large number of devotees had gathered near the sacred Bodhi tree for morning prayers.&nbsp;

As many as nine blasts took place within a span of 30 minutes which rocked the sacred city of Bodh Gaya, marking the first terrorist attack on the soil of Bihar.

Not only that, but the terrorists had also planted a cylinder bomb under the Bodhi tree as well which fortunately did not explode.

In October 2013, there were crude bomb explosions in Patna before Narendra Modi arrived to address thousands of supporters and launch his party`s campaign for the national election.

A total of 17 were arrested in connection with the Bodhgaya and Patna blasts and Azharuddin had been absconding, police said.&nbsp; 
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A suspected Students` Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) terrorist Azharuddin, also known as `Chemical Ali` who was allegedly involved in the 2013 Bodhgaya and Patna bomb blasts was on Friday nabbed by Chhattisgarh police from Hyderabad airport after he landed from Saudi Arabia, a senior police officer said Saturday.

A suspected Students` Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) terrorist Azharuddin, also known as `Chemical Ali` who was allegedly involved in the 2013 Bodhgaya and Patna bomb blasts was on Friday nabbed by Chhattisgarh police from Hyderabad airport after he landed from Saudi Arabia, a senior police officer said Saturday. "Azharuddin, a resident of Moudhapara in Raipur named in connection with the blasts, had been absconding for the past six years and was hiding in Saudi Arabia where he was working as a driver and a salesman at a supermarket," Senior Superintendent of Police Arif Sheikh told reporters at a press conference here. A joint team of Chattisgarh Police along with Anti-Terrorism Squad squad made the arrests based on specific input about Azharuddin`s arrival at the airport here. The team under the direction of Deputy Inspector General of Police and Senior Superintendent of Police, Arif H. Shaikh, under the leadership of Municipal Superintendent of Police, Civil Line Trilok Bansal (IPS) Raipur Police and ATS special team made the arrest and brought him to Raipur. The SIMI operative, is said to be part of a sleeper cell and had allegedly given shelter to the accused in the Bodhgaya and Patna bomb blasts, will be produced in the court today and the probe agencies will seek a two-day police remand. One passport, two driving licenses, a voting pass and a voter identity card has been seized from the possession of the accused, the police officer said. A Tibetan monk and a tourist were injured in the 2013 blast that took place when a large number of devotees had gathered near the sacred Bodhi tree for morning prayers. As many as nine blasts took place within a span of 30 minutes which rocked the sacred city of Bodh Gaya, marking the first terrorist attack on the soil of Bihar. Not only that, but the terrorists had also planted a cylinder bomb under the Bodhi tree as well which fortunately did not explode. In October 2013, there were crude bomb explosions in Patna before Narendra Modi arrived to address thousands of supporters and launch his party`s campaign for the national election. A total of 17 were arrested in connection with the Bodhgaya and Patna blasts and Azharuddin had been absconding, police said.

SIMI terrorist arrested at Hyderabad airport

A fresh inquiry into the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/some-intelligence-officers-were-aware-of-this-incident-sri-lanka-minister-on-seriel-bomb-blast-212564">Easter suicide bombings that hit Sri Lanka</a> killing at least 258 people was ordered by President Maithripala Sirisena on Sunday, after concerns from the Catholic Church that current probes are not independent.

The government has blamed a local jihadi group, the National Thowheeth Jama'ath (NTJ) for the April 21<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/easter-bombing-caused-a-huge-loss-to-the-tourism-industry-sri-lankan-minister-243132"> attacks</a> on three churches and three luxury hotels, while the Islamic State group also claimed responsibility.

Sirisena said the commission has wide judicial powers to gather evidence on those responsible for the bombings and to probe security and intelligence lapses.

The five-member panel is headed by a Court of Appeal judge and includes three other judges and a retired civil servant. It is to report back with recommendations within three months.

The inquiry was launched amid fears voiced by the country's Catholic Church that a parliamentary probe and police investigation into the attacks are not sufficiently independent.

While the newly-launched inquiry is being carried out by a cross-section of MPs, many opposition members are boycotting it. They say the commission is being used by political parties to deflect any responsibility for failing to stop the attacks.

Sirisena, who is also the minister in charge of law and order, has said that all those responsible for the attacks were either killed or under arrest.

A parliamentary public inquiry has heard evidence from intelligence and senior police officials that Sirisena neglected national security issues and failed to convene regular national security council meetings.

The president has also been accused of failing to act on precise Indian intelligence that jihadists were about to hit Christian churches and other targets in Sri Lanka.

Sirisena has denied the accusations, and sacked his top defence official and the intelligence chief after blaming them for the lapses.&nbsp;

The Police chief, Pujith Jayasundara, was also suspended, and he -- along with the secretary to the ministry of defence -- are both facing criminal prosecution over their failure to prevent the bombings.

Sri Lankan authorities failed to arrest the known jihadist who led the attacks -- Zahran Hashim -- before they occurred, the country's top intelligence official has said.

Ten days before the bombings, Jayasundara warned that Hashim's NTJ group could target prominent churches. But this was not followed up.

The government has admitted there were intelligence failures before the attacks.

A fresh inquiry into the Easter suicide bombings that hit Sri Lanka killing at least 258 people was ordered by President Maithripala Sirisena on Sunday, after concerns from the Catholic Church that current probes are not independent.

A fresh inquiry into the Easter suicide bombings that hit Sri Lanka killing at least 258 people was ordered by President Maithripala Sirisena on Sunday, after concerns from the Catholic Church that current probes are not independent. The government has blamed a local jihadi group, the National Thowheeth Jama'ath (NTJ) for the April 21 attacks on three churches and three luxury hotels, while the Islamic State group also claimed responsibility. Sirisena said the commission has wide judicial powers to gather evidence on those responsible for the bombings and to probe security and intelligence lapses. The five-member panel is headed by a Court of Appeal judge and includes three other judges and a retired civil servant. It is to report back with recommendations within three months. The inquiry was launched amid fears voiced by the country's Catholic Church that a parliamentary probe and police investigation into the attacks are not sufficiently independent. While the newly-launched inquiry is being carried out by a cross-section of MPs, many opposition members are boycotting it. They say the commission is being used by political parties to deflect any responsibility for failing to stop the attacks. Sirisena, who is also the minister in charge of law and order, has said that all those responsible for the attacks were either killed or under arrest. A parliamentary public inquiry has heard evidence from intelligence and senior police officials that Sirisena neglected national security issues and failed to convene regular national security council meetings. The president has also been accused of failing to act on precise Indian intelligence that jihadists were about to hit Christian churches and other targets in Sri Lanka. Sirisena has denied the accusations, and sacked his top defence official and the intelligence chief after blaming them for the lapses. The Police chief, Pujith Jayasundara, was also suspended, and he -- along with the secretary to the ministry of defence -- are both facing criminal prosecution over their failure to prevent the bombings. Sri Lankan authorities failed to arrest the known jihadist who led the attacks -- Zahran Hashim -- before they occurred, the country's top intelligence official has said. Ten days before the bombings, Jayasundara warned that Hashim's NTJ group could target prominent churches. But this was not followed up. The government has admitted there were intelligence failures before the attacks.

Sri Lanka orders fresh probe into Easter suicide bombings

Tamil Nadu Police are on high alert following intelligence inputs which had warned that up to six terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Taiba may have infiltrated the state. It is suspected that one of the six is a Pakistani National whereas the other members are Sri Lankan nationals.&nbsp;

Security in the state capital Chennai and the second-largest district Coimbatore has been tightened, with an increased vigil and police deployment at sensitive areas, religious gatherings, places of worship, public places, and places of transit.&nbsp;

Around 2000 police personnel have been deployed in Coimbatore where a red alert has been sounded. Check posts have been set-up at entry and crucial borders to check the incoming and outgoing vehicular traffic.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Speaking to WION, Sumit Sharan, Commissioner of Police, Coimbatore said, "the intelligence agencies are closely monitoring the developments and the police force is maintaining a strict vigil at the airport, railways stations, sensitive areas and vital installations".

Earlier in the day, Chennai Police Commissioner, A K Viswanathan told reporters, "Chennai Police are on heightened alert to avoid any untoward incidents and storming operations are also in progress".

Meanwhile, the neighbouring state Kerala was also on high alert after the report.

Taking cognizance of the alert, Kerala Director General of Police (DGP) Lokanath Behera has sent a directive to all district police chiefs to take caution.

In 1988, Coimbatore was struck by terrorism when over 50 people were killed due to serial blasts that occurred in various parts of the city.&nbsp;

In July this year, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) had conducted searches at the residences of 14 men who were deported to India from the UAE. They were arrested on July 15 for owing allegiance to the proscribed terrorist organisations Islamic State/Daesh, Al-Qaeda and SIMI, while being within and beyond India. They had allegedly conspired and made preparations to wage war against the government of India by forming the terror gang Ansarulla. After the interrogation of the initial 14 members, the agency also arrested two more members from Nagapattinam, hence taking the toll to 16.

Meanwhile, the neighbouring state Kerala was also on high alert after the report.

Taking cognizance of the alert, Kerala Director General of Police (DGP) Lokanath Behera has sent a directive to all district police chiefs to take caution. 
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Tamil Nadu Police are on high alert following intelligence inputs which had warned that up to six terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Taiba may have infiltrated the state.

Tamil Nadu Police are on high alert following intelligence inputs which had warned that up to six terrorists of the Lashkar-e-Taiba may have infiltrated the state. It is suspected that one of the six is a Pakistani National whereas the other members are Sri Lankan nationals. Security in the state capital Chennai and the second-largest district Coimbatore has been tightened, with an increased vigil and police deployment at sensitive areas, religious gatherings, places of worship, public places, and places of transit. Around 2000 police personnel have been deployed in Coimbatore where a red alert has been sounded. Check posts have been set-up at entry and crucial borders to check the incoming and outgoing vehicular traffic. Speaking to WION, Sumit Sharan, Commissioner of Police, Coimbatore said, "the intelligence agencies are closely monitoring the developments and the police force is maintaining a strict vigil at the airport, railways stations, sensitive areas and vital installations". Earlier in the day, Chennai Police Commissioner, A K Viswanathan told reporters, "Chennai Police are on heightened alert to avoid any untoward incidents and storming operations are also in progress". Meanwhile, the neighbouring state Kerala was also on high alert after the report. Taking cognizance of the alert, Kerala Director General of Police (DGP) Lokanath Behera has sent a directive to all district police chiefs to take caution. In 1988, Coimbatore was struck by terrorism when over 50 people were killed due to serial blasts that occurred in various parts of the city. In July this year, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) had conducted searches at the residences of 14 men who were deported to India from the UAE. They were arrested on July 15 for owing allegiance to the proscribed terrorist organisations Islamic State/Daesh, Al-Qaeda and SIMI, while being within and beyond India. They had allegedly conspired and made preparations to wage war against the government of India by forming the terror gang Ansarulla. After the interrogation of the initial 14 members, the agency also arrested two more members from Nagapattinam, hence taking the toll to 16. Meanwhile, the neighbouring state Kerala was also on high alert after the report. Taking cognizance of the alert, Kerala Director General of Police (DGP) Lokanath Behera has sent a directive to all district police chiefs to take caution.

Kerala, Tamil Nadu on high alert after suspected infiltration of six Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists

Three Israelis were injured by a bomb in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/three-palestinians-killed-by-israeli-troops-at-gaza-border-ministry-243777">a Palestinian attack</a> near a settlement in the occupied West Bank on Friday, the Israeli military said.

A military spokesman said an Israeli man and his two children were "seriously injured" by an improvised explosive device (IED) while visiting a spring near the settlement of Dolev, northwest of the Palestinian city of Ramallah.

One of those wounded was treated at the scene and the other two were evacuated to hospital by an Israeli military helicopter, the spokesman said.

The military said it was being treated as a terrorist attack.

Israel's Magen David Adom ambulance service said it was treating three people in "serious condition", including a 46-year-old man, a 21-year-old man, and an 18-year-old woman.

The hilly central region of the West Bank around Dolev is studded with olive groves and orchards and is popular with hikers.

The area saw clashes last year between Palestinians and Israelis over settlement expansions, as Palestinian villagers complained that settlers were trying to take over land, including water sources.

On Friday morning the Israeli military quickly cordoned off the area around Ein Bobin spring near the Palestinian village of Deir Ibzi', while soldiers blocked roads and searched the area.

The natural water source was named Danny Spring by Israelis after an Israeli student, Danny Gonen, was killed there in 2015.

That attack was claimed by a group claiming to be affiliated with the Islamist group Hamas.

Three Israelis were injured by a bomb in a Palestinian attack near a settlement in the occupied West Bank on Friday, the Israeli military said. A military spokesman said an Israeli man and his two children were "seriously injured" by an improvised explosive device (IED) while visiting a spring near the settlement of Dolev, northwest of the Palestinian city of Ramallah.

Three Israelis were injured by a bomb in a Palestinian attack near a settlement in the occupied West Bank on Friday, the Israeli military said. A military spokesman said an Israeli man and his two children were "seriously injured" by an improvised explosive device (IED) while visiting a spring near the settlement of Dolev, northwest of the Palestinian city of Ramallah. One of those wounded was treated at the scene and the other two were evacuated to hospital by an Israeli military helicopter, the spokesman said. The military said it was being treated as a terrorist attack. Israel's Magen David Adom ambulance service said it was treating three people in "serious condition", including a 46-year-old man, a 21-year-old man, and an 18-year-old woman. The hilly central region of the West Bank around Dolev is studded with olive groves and orchards and is popular with hikers. The area saw clashes last year between Palestinians and Israelis over settlement expansions, as Palestinian villagers complained that settlers were trying to take over land, including water sources. On Friday morning the Israeli military quickly cordoned off the area around Ein Bobin spring near the Palestinian village of Deir Ibzi', while soldiers blocked roads and searched the area. The natural water source was named Danny Spring by Israelis after an Israeli student, Danny Gonen, was killed there in 2015. That attack was claimed by a group claiming to be affiliated with the Islamist group Hamas.

Three Israelis injured by a bomb in an attack near settlement: Military

Two Israelis were injured Friday in what the Israeli army called a "terrorist" car-ramming attack near the Jewish settlement of Elazar south of Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank.

"A terrorist ran over two civilians," an English-language army statement said.

"The civilians were injured and evacuated to the hospital for medical treatment. The terrorist was neutralised," it said.

A police statement said an off-duty policeman passing by the scene near Elazar settlement saw the alleged attacker trying to exit his vehicle, and fired at him.

Police video showed the suspect vehicle travelling at speed and veering off the road toward a bus stop.

An army spokeswoman contacted by AFP could not immediately say if the suspect was alive or dead.

Dr. Bala Miklosh, head of the trauma department at Jerusalem's Hadassah hospital, said one of the Israelis was a man aged "about 19" with serious head injuries, correcting earlier reports of his age.

"He is undergoing surgery but is not yet out of danger," he said in a video clip on Whatsapp.

A young woman less seriously injured was taken to the city's Shaare Zedek hospital.

Last week, an off-duty Israeli soldier was stabbed to death in the same area.

Two Palestinian suspects were later arrested.

Two Israelis were injured Friday in what the Israeli army called a "terrorist" car-ramming attack near the Jewish settlement of Elazar south of Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank.

Two Israelis were injured Friday in what the Israeli army called a "terrorist" car-ramming attack near the Jewish settlement of Elazar south of Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank. "A terrorist ran over two civilians," an English-language army statement said. "The civilians were injured and evacuated to the hospital for medical treatment. The terrorist was neutralised," it said. A police statement said an off-duty policeman passing by the scene near Elazar settlement saw the alleged attacker trying to exit his vehicle, and fired at him. Police video showed the suspect vehicle travelling at speed and veering off the road toward a bus stop. An army spokeswoman contacted by AFP could not immediately say if the suspect was alive or dead. Dr. Bala Miklosh, head of the trauma department at Jerusalem's Hadassah hospital, said one of the Israelis was a man aged "about 19" with serious head injuries, correcting earlier reports of his age. "He is undergoing surgery but is not yet out of danger," he said in a video clip on Whatsapp. A young woman less seriously injured was taken to the city's Shaare Zedek hospital. Last week, an off-duty Israeli soldier was stabbed to death in the same area. Two Palestinian suspects were later arrested.

2 Israelis, Palestinian assailant hurt in West Bank car ramming: Army

Sydney knife attack: How 'heroes' restrained the offender

President Donald Trump on Monday signed the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-senate-passes-911-victim-fund-sends-it-to-president-donald-trump-238095">9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Bill </a>into law to provide health care facilities to the police officers, firefighters and other first responders to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

The President was joined by more than 200 individuals affected by the 9/11 terrorist attacks, including more than 60 first responders, at the White House Rose Garden ceremony, CNN reported.

"Today we come together as one nation to support our September 11th heroes to care for their families and to renew our eternal vow -- never ever forget," Trump said, calling the fund`s extension "a sacred duty".

"The love and loyalty of our 9/11 responders knew no bounds. They answered terror with the emotional strength of true American warriors," he added.

Trump told the crowd of 9/11 first responders and their families that he was also at Ground Zero in the wake of the terror attacks, though he said he does not consider himself to be a first responder.

"I was down there also, but I`m not considering myself a first responder," Trump said.

"But I was down there. I spent a lot of time down there with you," he added.

Trump`s signature marked the end of a 15-year fight to get the government to permanently pay claims to first responders and other victims who were sickened by the toxic fumes in the days and weeks following the September 11 terror attacks.

It came after powerful testimony in mid-June from first responder Luis Alvarez, an NYPD detective who contracted cancer.

Alvarez came to Washington before his 69th round of chemotherapy and spoke at a poorly attended congressional hearing, leading to former "The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart`s viral shaming of lawmakers that upped public support for the bill.

Alvarez died in late June but gave his police badge to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, inspiring the Kentucky Republican to commit to passing the bill by August.

The bill cleared the House of Representatives on July 12, The New York Post reported.

The extension of the fund will ensure compensation for individuals injured during the 2001 terrorist attacks and in their aftermath rescuing people and removing debris under hazardous conditions.

The fund was slated to expire in 2020. 
But the newly signed legislation ensures the compensation for victims through 2090.

The Congressional Budget Office estimates the fund`s extension will cost about US $10 billion over the next decade.

However, Republican Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky and Senator Mike Lee of Utah were the only senators to vote against the bill.

President Donald Trump on Monday signed the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Bill into law to provide health care facilities to the police officers, firefighters and other first responders to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

President Donald Trump on Monday signed the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Bill into law to provide health care facilities to the police officers, firefighters and other first responders to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The President was joined by more than 200 individuals affected by the 9/11 terrorist attacks, including more than 60 first responders, at the White House Rose Garden ceremony, CNN reported. "Today we come together as one nation to support our September 11th heroes to care for their families and to renew our eternal vow -- never ever forget," Trump said, calling the fund`s extension "a sacred duty". "The love and loyalty of our 9/11 responders knew no bounds. They answered terror with the emotional strength of true American warriors," he added. Trump told the crowd of 9/11 first responders and their families that he was also at Ground Zero in the wake of the terror attacks, though he said he does not consider himself to be a first responder. "I was down there also, but I`m not considering myself a first responder," Trump said. "But I was down there. I spent a lot of time down there with you," he added. Trump`s signature marked the end of a 15-year fight to get the government to permanently pay claims to first responders and other victims who were sickened by the toxic fumes in the days and weeks following the September 11 terror attacks. It came after powerful testimony in mid-June from first responder Luis Alvarez, an NYPD detective who contracted cancer. Alvarez came to Washington before his 69th round of chemotherapy and spoke at a poorly attended congressional hearing, leading to former "The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart`s viral shaming of lawmakers that upped public support for the bill. Alvarez died in late June but gave his police badge to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, inspiring the Kentucky Republican to commit to passing the bill by August. The bill cleared the House of Representatives on July 12, The New York Post reported. The extension of the fund will ensure compensation for individuals injured during the 2001 terrorist attacks and in their aftermath rescuing people and removing debris under hazardous conditions. The fund was slated to expire in 2020. But the newly signed legislation ensures the compensation for victims through 2090. The Congressional Budget Office estimates the fund`s extension will cost about US $10 billion over the next decade. However, Republican Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky and Senator Mike Lee of Utah were the only senators to vote against the bill.

Trump signs 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund bill into law for first responders

In the last four years, there have been 131 terrorist attacks on the Indian Army bases and personnel in Jammu and Kashmir and Northeastern states of the country, Defence Ministry informed Parliament on Wednesday.

As per the Defence Ministry`s reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, the government said in 2016, 15 attacks took place while in 2017, the number of attacks rose to 33. In 2018, the number of attacks came to 65 while in the first seven months of this year, 18 attacks have taken place.

Minister of State for Defence Shripad Naik clarified that no naval ship or establishment had come under attack during the last three years.

The Defence Ministry said while it holds an inquiry into all incidents of attacks, it had constituted a committee under Lt Gen (Retd) Philip Campose to enquire the incident at Air Force Station Pathankot and to recommend remedial measures to strengthen the security of various military establishments across the country.

"Based on the Committee`s recommendations, various measures including strengthening of physical security through the layered defense and perimeter security, deployment of Quick Reaction Teams, use of airborne platforms, etc., for the security of defense installations have been instituted. Periodical review of the security arrangements based on threat assesses," the government said.

In the last four years, there have been 131 terrorist attacks on the Indian Army bases and personnel in Jammu and Kashmir and Northeastern states of the country, Defence Ministry informed Parliament on Wednesday.

In the last four years, there have been 131 terrorist attacks on the Indian Army bases and personnel in Jammu and Kashmir and Northeastern states of the country, Defence Ministry informed Parliament on Wednesday. As per the Defence Ministry`s reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, the government said in 2016, 15 attacks took place while in 2017, the number of attacks rose to 33. In 2018, the number of attacks came to 65 while in the first seven months of this year, 18 attacks have taken place. Minister of State for Defence Shripad Naik clarified that no naval ship or establishment had come under attack during the last three years. The Defence Ministry said while it holds an inquiry into all incidents of attacks, it had constituted a committee under Lt Gen (Retd) Philip Campose to enquire the incident at Air Force Station Pathankot and to recommend remedial measures to strengthen the security of various military establishments across the country. "Based on the Committee`s recommendations, various measures including strengthening of physical security through the layered defense and perimeter security, deployment of Quick Reaction Teams, use of airborne platforms, etc., for the security of defense installations have been instituted. Periodical review of the security arrangements based on threat assesses," the government said.

131 terrorist attacks on Army in last four years: Defence Ministry

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit in Mecca condemned a "terrorist attack" on Saudi Arabia's oil pumping stations which targeted global oil supplies, its final statement said on Saturday. The summit also condemned "sabotage operations" against four vessels near the territorial waters of the United Arab Emirates, which it said threatened international maritime traffic safety.

OIC condemns 'terrorist attack' on Saudi oil pumping stations

Arunachal Pradesh MLA Tirong Aboh was killed in a terrorist ambush in Arunachal Pradesh's Tirap district on Tuesday.

Besides the National People’s Party leader, 10 others who were in his convoy were also killed. Aboh, his son who was driving the car, his brother, two personal security guards (PSO) and six other National People Party’s workers were also killed in the ambush.

“The incident occurred around 11:30 am in Bogapani of Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh. Suddenly terrorists attacked the convoy and eleven persons were killed including the MLA,” said a senior police official of Arunachal Pradesh Police.

Tirong was a sitting MLA who was also contesting the assembly elections in the state from the same seat – Khonsa West.

Soon after the ambush, the Indian Army and the Assam Rifles cordoned off the area and began combing operations. “Indian Army and Assam Rifles are engaged together in search and combing operations to nab the militants who killed the MLA and ten others. CRPF troops from Khonsa have also been rushed to the ambush site,” added the senior official.

An NPP supporter was killed in March in the same district.

National People’s Party president and Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma condemned the incident and tweeted, "The NPP strongly condemns the brutal attack on Shri Tirong Aboh and his family and his security personnel.”

On the other hand, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh took to Twitter to express grief over the incident, “Shocked and anguished by the killing of MLA Tirong Aboh ji, his family and others in Arunachal Pradesh. It is an outrageous attempt to disturb peace and normalcy in the North East. The perpetrators of this heinous crime will not be spared. My condolences to the bereaved families.”

Interestingly, a ceasefire agreement between the Indian government of India and NSCN/NK and NSCN/R for a further period of one year with effect from 28th April 2019 i.e. till 27th April 2020 was extended.&nbsp;

However, sources in the Arunachal Pradesh Police reveal that the ambush was carried out by the IM faction of the NSCN. Sources also reveal that the district which was a stronghold of NSCN (K) is now fast turning into a stronghold of the NSCN (IM).

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Arunachal Pradesh MLA Tirong Aboh was killed in a terrorist ambush in Arunachal Pradesh's Tirap district on Tuesday. Besides the National People’s Party leader, 10 others who were in his convoy were also killed.

Arunachal Pradesh MLA Tirong Aboh was killed in a terrorist ambush in Arunachal Pradesh's Tirap district on Tuesday. Besides the National People’s Party leader, 10 others who were in his convoy were also killed. Aboh, his son who was driving the car, his brother, two personal security guards (PSO) and six other National People Party’s workers were also killed in the ambush. “The incident occurred around 11:30 am in Bogapani of Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh. Suddenly terrorists attacked the convoy and eleven persons were killed including the MLA,” said a senior police official of Arunachal Pradesh Police. Tirong was a sitting MLA who was also contesting the assembly elections in the state from the same seat – Khonsa West. Soon after the ambush, the Indian Army and the Assam Rifles cordoned off the area and began combing operations. “Indian Army and Assam Rifles are engaged together in search and combing operations to nab the militants who killed the MLA and ten others. CRPF troops from Khonsa have also been rushed to the ambush site,” added the senior official. An NPP supporter was killed in March in the same district. National People’s Party president and Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma condemned the incident and tweeted, "The NPP strongly condemns the brutal attack on Shri Tirong Aboh and his family and his security personnel.” On the other hand, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh took to Twitter to express grief over the incident, “Shocked and anguished by the killing of MLA Tirong Aboh ji, his family and others in Arunachal Pradesh. It is an outrageous attempt to disturb peace and normalcy in the North East. The perpetrators of this heinous crime will not be spared. My condolences to the bereaved families.” Interestingly, a ceasefire agreement between the Indian government of India and NSCN/NK and NSCN/R for a further period of one year with effect from 28th April 2019 i.e. till 27th April 2020 was extended. However, sources in the Arunachal Pradesh Police reveal that the ambush was carried out by the IM faction of the NSCN. Sources also reveal that the district which was a stronghold of NSCN (K) is now fast turning into a stronghold of the NSCN (IM).

Arunachal Pradesh MLA Tirong Aboh among 11 killed in terrorist ambush

"We cannot bring lives back," said an utterly helpless Chaminda Vaas Tuesday as thoughts of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/west-asia/islamic-state-claims-responsibility-for-sri-lanka-bombings-212899">multiple blasts that killed nearly 300</a> and shattered Sri Lanka's tranquillity, crossed the former cricket star's mind.&nbsp;

Yearning for normalcy, Vaas and his colleague Rangana Herath said the need of the hour is to stay strong and united.

"So sad to see. We never thought these kinds of things will happen in Sri Lanka. It is a lovely country and hospitable. People are very friendly. It is so tragic to see such things happen," Vaas told reporters here.

"We need to rebuild. We can rebuild churches or hotels but we can't bring lives back. I am sure the Sri Lankan government and the people will be very united this time and make sure that we stick together," said the former left-arm pacer with 400 ODI and 355 Test wickets. Hearth has 433 Test wickets.

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/cctv-video-shows-suspected-suicide-bomber-entering-sri-lankan-church-moments-before-blast-212866">CCTV video shows suspected suicide bomber entering Sri Lankan church moments before blast</a>

Sri Lankan authorities arrested 24 people in connection with the blasts targeting churches and luxury hotels in the island nation on Easter Sunday, killing over 290 people and injuring around 500 others.

Vaas and his former teammate Herath were in the city to inaugurate a local T20 cricket tournament organised by Jwala Singh. 
Herath, one of the best left-arm spinners of his time, said his country needs to stay strong during such times.

"We need to convey our deepest sympathies and condolences. As Chaminda said, we are a united country. We kind of have a panic situation but (we are sure that) we (will) become a strong country," he added.

Vaas expressed confidence that the situation would be normal again in Sri Lanka.

"This attack can happen anywhere in the world. We saw in New Zealand recently as well. These people don't have simply one place (and) they can attack anywhere in the world. I am pretty sure that things will go back to normal," Vaas remarked.

"We cannot bring lives back," said an utterly helpless Chaminda Vaas Tuesday as thoughts of the multiple blasts that killed nearly 300 and shattered Sri Lanka's tranquillity, crossed the former cricket star's mind.

"We cannot bring lives back," said an utterly helpless Chaminda Vaas Tuesday as thoughts of the multiple blasts that killed nearly 300 and shattered Sri Lanka's tranquillity, crossed the former cricket star's mind. Yearning for normalcy, Vaas and his colleague Rangana Herath said the need of the hour is to stay strong and united. "So sad to see. We never thought these kinds of things will happen in Sri Lanka. It is a lovely country and hospitable. People are very friendly. It is so tragic to see such things happen," Vaas told reporters here. "We need to rebuild. We can rebuild churches or hotels but we can't bring lives back. I am sure the Sri Lankan government and the people will be very united this time and make sure that we stick together," said the former left-arm pacer with 400 ODI and 355 Test wickets. Hearth has 433 Test wickets. Also Read: CCTV video shows suspected suicide bomber entering Sri Lankan church moments before blast Sri Lankan authorities arrested 24 people in connection with the blasts targeting churches and luxury hotels in the island nation on Easter Sunday, killing over 290 people and injuring around 500 others. Vaas and his former teammate Herath were in the city to inaugurate a local T20 cricket tournament organised by Jwala Singh. Herath, one of the best left-arm spinners of his time, said his country needs to stay strong during such times. "We need to convey our deepest sympathies and condolences. As Chaminda said, we are a united country. We kind of have a panic situation but (we are sure that) we (will) become a strong country," he added. Vaas expressed confidence that the situation would be normal again in Sri Lanka. "This attack can happen anywhere in the world. We saw in New Zealand recently as well. These people don't have simply one place (and) they can attack anywhere in the world. I am pretty sure that things will go back to normal," Vaas remarked.

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