Counter-terrorism

‘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

Pak says committed to eliminate terrorism

Pakistan on Wednesday said it has an "unwavering commitment" to eliminate terrorism from its soil, a day after Islamabad was slammed by top American lawmakers and experts for allegedly playing a double game when it comes to war against terrorism.

Jul 14, 2016, 00:44 AM IST

We take terrorism emanating from Pakistan very seriously, we too have suffered: US Defence Secretary Ashton Carter

 US Defence Secretary Ashton Carter said on Tuesday that what United States does with Pakistan is principally directed to counter-terrorism.

Apr 12, 2016, 17:37 PM IST

PM Modi holds talks with Saudi King to boost strategic ties

Saudi Arabia is India's largest crude oil supplier, accounting for about one-fifth of total imports and both sides were of the view that cooperation in this sector should expand.

Apr 03, 2016, 17:24 PM IST

Counter-terrorism starting point of PM Narendra Modi's engagements abroad

 Counter-terrorism cooperation in the wake of the March 22 terror attacks in Brussels will be the starting point of Prime Minister Narendra Modi`s engagements abroad as he departs on Tuesday night to visit Belgium, the US and Saudi Arabia.

Mar 30, 2016, 00:03 AM IST

Pakistan detains 6 women involved in arranging wives, funds for IS

The police said the suspicious activities of the network came to light when they detained the wives of two wealthy men who facilitated the killing of 45 Shia Muslims in a passenger bus in May.

Dec 24, 2015, 19:17 PM IST