NIA nabs suspect in ISIS module case

PUNE, July 12:
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a suspected terrorist associated with the Islamic State (ISIS) in connection with a planned terror conspiracy in Pune.
The accused, Rizwan Ali – also known by multiple aliases including Sami Ali, Abul Salina, and Danish – was apprehended from Lucknow.

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Rizwan is originally a resident of Daryaganj area in Delhi.
The arrest comes as part of an ongoing investigation into attempts to carry out terror attacks across major Indian cities, including Pune and Mumbai.
The case first surfaced in 2023 when two suspects were arrested in Pune’s Kothrud area in connection with a motorcycle theft. During the probe, authorities discovered their involvement in a larger terror plot, including plans to launch attacks across the country. Further investigation revealed that the two had been living in the Kondhwa area of Pune.
A police raid at their residence in Kondhwa led to the seizure of bomb-making material and documents containing sensitive information related to key defence establishments in the city. Initially handled by the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), the case was later transferred to the NIA.
Upon taking over the investigation, the NIA discovered the accused had links with ISIS operatives active in Pune, Mumbai, and Thane. It was also found that these individuals were trying to radicalize and recruit local youth into the terror network. A case was filed by the NIA against 11 suspects, including a doctor from Pune.
Rizwan Ali had been on the run since the case was registered. He was actively involved in training others in the use of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and firearms. His arrest is considered a significant breakthrough in the Pune terror conspiracy case.
In addition to Rizwan Ali, 10 others have been named in the chargesheet filed under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). (UNI)

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