cyber terrorism

Pakistan's military continues to rely on proxy warfare and terrorism against India, according to former Army commander Lt Gen Manoj Katiyar. He stressed that future Indian responses must impose sustained costs, evolving deterrence into compliance. Gen. Katiyar also highlighted the critical role of information and cyber warfare in shaping perceptions and degrading enemy capabilities in modern, multi-domain conflicts.

Former Western Army Commander Lt Gen Manoj Katiyar stated Pakistan's military views proxy warfare as a low-cost tool, unlikely to abandon terrorism. He emphasized India's responses must escalate beyond tactical punishment to impose sustained costs, evolving deterrence into compliance. Perception management through information and cyber warfare is crucial for future conflicts, which will be multi-domain.

Cops probe possible personal grudge angle

Kolkata Police apprehended a 27-year-old man, Hasnain Iqbal, from Garden Reach for allegedly emailing threats of a suicide bomb attack on Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, claiming Al Qaeda involvement. The email, sent using a woman's identity, prompted a swift investigation by the cyber cell and STF. Iqbal reportedly admitted to sending the message, possibly to implicate the woman.

Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, demonstrated India's 'Atmanirbhar' capability as a force multiplier, with over 65% of defense equipment now domestically manufactured. Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai highlighted the operation's success in achieving objectives through a calibrated, decisive response without escalating into prolonged conflict, underscoring multi-agency coordination and intelligence dominance.

Blackberry Messenger (BBM) has resurfaced in terror networks in Jammu and Kashmir, with a Lashkar-e-Taiba operative revealing its use alongside other secure apps like Element, Threema, and Dust. The National Investigation Agency is now investigating the use of these platforms by terrorists to coordinate activities.

Slight Dip From 1,995 in 2023

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath lauded women recruits during a passing-out parade for 60,244 constables, highlighting their strength and discipline. He emphasized rigorous training and the evolution of the UP Police into one of the country's finest forces since 2017, with significant recruitment and infrastructure upgrades.

Global military expenditure has hit a record $2.9 trillion, signalling a world preparing for prolonged instability. India’s increased defence spending reflects a broader strategic doctrine focused on modernisation, indigenisation and preparedness for multi-front challenges

The April 2025 terror attack triggered a decisive shift in India’s security posture — from restraint to calibrated retaliation. The country formalised a more assertive approach, integrating military, technological, and diplomatic tools

A 22-year-old man from Bhubaneswar, Sheikh Imran, was arrested by Delhi police for alleged links to a radical group. Sources indicate he received cyber tradecraft training related to terrorism after reportedly being honey-trapped by a Pakistani woman. His online activities and financial transactions are under investigation.