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A Vienna court sentenced a 21-year-old to 15 years for plotting an ISIS-linked terror attack at Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in August 2024. The foiled plot involved homemade explosives and knives targeting thousands of fans. This verdict arrives as Swift's wedding to Travis Kelce garners immense global attention, highlighting the persistent security threats she faces.

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The Supreme Court on Friday chose not to comment on observations questioning its earlier bail denial to activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam. While hearing bail pleas for other riot accused, the bench indicated it might grant interim bail, but will consider Delhi Police's plea for a larger bench review on UAPA bail norms.

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.

Australian authorities apprehended three women returning from Syria with their children, facing potential slavery and terrorism charges. These repatriated individuals, previously held in Syrian detention camps after the Islamic State's collapse, now confront serious legal proceedings. The arrests highlight ongoing concerns about national security and the welfare of children involved.

A car ploughed into five men in Arnold, Nottinghamshire, early Saturday, critically injuring one. Police arrested a 40-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder after an apparent altercation preceded the incident. Investigations are ongoing, with police urging witnesses and those with footage to come forward to help reconstruct events.

A CBS report says it did. Pakistan acknowledged the presence of Iranian aircraft but claimed these were civilian assets. Looks like the US is now faced with its second Osama bin Laden moment

Operation Sindoor showcased India's potent military response to a terror attack, demonstrating its ability to strike deep into Pakistan and dominate escalation ladders against nuclear rivals. The 88-hour operation highlighted India's conventional superiority, while also spurring advancements in air defence, drone warfare, and joint military operations to counter evolving threats.

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A man who returned from the US in 2019 allegedly stabbed two security guards in Thane, Maharashtra, in a suspected religiously motivated attack. The accused, Zaib Zubair Ansari, was arrested within 90 minutes, and the state Anti-Terrorism Squad has taken over the investigation due to his background and recovered incriminating materials.

The Jharkhand ATS has made a crucial breakthrough in Deoghar by apprehending two men linked to an alleged arms trafficking ring spanning multiple states. During the operation, officials seized a sophisticated US-pistol, a homemade weapon, and seven rounds of ammunition. The apprehended suspects admitted to procuring firearms from Bihar’s Munger and Jamui districts to support their criminal enterprises.

Apprehended by Turkish agencies, Dola is now in NCB custody and is expected to offer investigators insight into the financial pipelines, shadow networks, and cross-border alliances sustaining his narcotics trade

Klaudia Zakrzewska died after being hit by a car outside a Soho nightclub in London. Gabrielle Precious Carrington now faces a murder charge after the case was updated. The crash injured two others and is under investigation by the Metropolitan Police. Officials have asked the public not to share videos or speculate as the case moves forward.

Former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's refusal to attend court proceedings in the CBI liquor policy case has prompted the High Court to consider appointing an amicus curiae. This move aims to ensure the case is heard on its merits, as the Supreme Court mandates that such matters cannot be dismissed by default.

A criminal trial is not like a fairy tale where one is free to give flight to one’s imagination and fantasy, says Bombay HC CJ Shree Chandrashekhar and Justice SC Chandak.

A 20-year-old Texas man, Daniel Moreno-Gama, has been charged with attempted murder and federal explosives offenses after throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco home and threatening to burn down the company's headquarters. When arrested, he was carrying kerosene, a lighter, and a three-part anti-AI document that named Altman and listed the addresses of other AI executives. Prosecutors are weighing domestic terrorism charges.

Nashik police are investigating nine alleged sexual and religious harassment cases at TCS, involving employees in leadership roles. Authorities have alerted NIA and ATS, exploring potential links to extremist organizations and international funding. Six employees and an AGM have been arrested, with police actively searching for another accused.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has terminated two government employees under his "zero-tolerance to terror" policy. One, a Class-IV education employee, allegedly aided Hizb Ul Mujahideen, while another, from the Rural Development Department, supported LeT terrorists. These dismissals are part of an ongoing effort to remove terror elements from government machinery.