Counter-terrorism

US Top Diplomat Allison Hooker To Visit Delhi, Bengaluru From Dec 7-11 To Strengthen Strategic, Economic Ties

US Under Secretary of State Allison Hooker will visit New Delhi and Bengaluru from December 7-11 to boost US-India strategic and economic ties, promote collaboration in AI and space, and discuss regional security.

Dec 07, 2025, 15:13 PM IST

Indian Army Unveils ‘Bhairav Commando’ Force: A New Era In Strategic Defence

The creation of the Bhairav Commandos marks a monumental step in the Indian Army’s evolving structure, with an eye on modern warfare tactics and threats. According to media reports, the Bhairav units are expected to be operational by the end of 2025, with five units to be deployed in various critical regions such as Leh, Srinagar, Nagrota, Western India, and Northeast India.

Aug 30, 2025, 23:34 PM IST

North Kashmir: Three Terrorist Associates Arrested With Arms In Bandipora; UAPA Case Registered

Joint forces apprehended three suspected terrorist associates with arms and ammunition in Bandipora, North Kashmir, on Tuesday night.

 

Jul 23, 2025, 11:43 AM IST

Delhi On High Alert: Police Conduct Two-Day Anti-Terror Mock Drill With NSG, Army Across 10+ Locations

Delhi Police is conducting a comprehensive two-day anti-terror mock drill across over 10 key locations (July 17-18, 2025), involving NSG, Army, and other agencies.

 

Jul 18, 2025, 14:27 PM IST

‘100 More Operation Sindoors If Needed’: India’s All-Party Delegation Delivers Blunt Message To US Lawmakers On Pak-backed Terrorism

The visit of all-party delegations to different nations is fast turning into one of the most forceful Indian diplomatic offensives in recent years.

Jun 06, 2025, 03:55 AM IST

‘Zero tolerance to all acts of terror...’ President Droupadi Murmu makes strong statement

President Droupadi Murmu says that zero tolerance approach should be continued to shape the global counter-terror architecture

Oct 29, 2022, 21:57 PM IST

India-US 2+2 dialogue from September 6; defence co-op, counter-terrorism, trade on agenda

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Secretary of Defence James Mattis will arrive in New Delhi on September 5. 

Sep 04, 2018, 16:45 PM IST

India, Australia, Japan discuss maritime security, counter-terrorism

India, Australia and Japan on Wednesday stressed the need for greater collaboration on maritime security.

Dec 13, 2017, 17:27 PM IST

US, Philippines to deepen collaboration in counter-terrorism

The US and Philippines are set to intensify their collaboration in areas including counter-terrorism, countering transnational drug trafficking and maritime security, according to a statement.

Dec 02, 2017, 08:59 AM IST

UNGA approves creation of new office on counter-terrorism

The UN General Assembly has approved the establishment of a new office to coordinate counter-terrorism efforts, a move welcomed by India as a "much awaited first step" that will align the world body with needs of the global community in the fight against the menace.

Jun 16, 2017, 10:25 AM IST

New raids, `several` arrests over London attack: Police

British police on Monday made several arrests in two dawn raids following the London attack claimed by the Islamic State group which left seven people dead.

Jun 05, 2017, 12:02 PM IST

India, Sweden talk on cooperation in counter-terrorism

India and Sweden on Thursday discussed bilateral issues, including threat from the Islamic State, radicalisation, and steps taken to counter global terror.

May 19, 2017, 00:23 AM IST

UK news presenters on ISIS hit list: Report

A number of prominent British television journalists from the BBC and Sky News are reportedly on an Islamic State hit-list.

Apr 09, 2017, 17:38 PM IST

UK plans new counter-terrorism squad for extremism in jails

The UK will launch a new specialist team of counter-terrorism experts aimed at tackling the "threat" of extremism in the country's prisons.

Apr 02, 2017, 18:05 PM IST

US gives Cessna aircraft to Pakistan for counter-terrorism

The US on Friday made a fresh delivery of Cessna aircraft to Pakistan's army to enhance its counter-terrorism capabilities and air mobility.

Mar 31, 2017, 22:36 PM IST

War on terror has led to killing of innocents: Vice President Hamid Ansari

Vice President Hamid Ansari on Tuesday said the war on terror has bred its own brand of deprivation and suffering and hundreds of people have been killed or injured even though they are not connected with terror activities.

Mar 14, 2017, 22:32 PM IST

US think tanks advice Donald Trump to warn Pakistan on counter-terrorism objectives

A report compiled by a dozen US think-tanks and universities has suggested that designating Pakistan as a state sponsor of terrorism is unwise in the first year of the Donald Trump administration, but should be kept as an option for the longer term.

Feb 07, 2017, 21:00 PM IST

Woman, teen boy blow themselves up during police raid in Dhaka

Police raided the building in Ashkona area of the capital.

Dec 24, 2016, 17:26 PM IST

John Kerry, Ajit Doval discuss regional security and counter-terrorism

National Security Advisor Ajit K Doval has met US Secretary of State John Kerry here and discussed regional security, counter-terrorism and deepening of India-US strategic partnership.

Dec 21, 2016, 22:01 PM IST

Indo-US counter-terrorism joint working group to meet today

Indian and US officials will meet here on Thursday for the 14th US-India counter-terrorism Joint Working Group, an official statement said.

Jul 28, 2016, 06:49 AM IST