espionage charges

Authorities from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) have arrested a man in Kolkata, believed to be involved in a dangerous espionage ring targeting India. Reports suggest that he transmitted sensitive security information to Pakistani Intelligence operatives in return for monetary compensation and the allure of citizenship in Pakistan.

A Pathankot resident, Baljit Singh, has been arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan-based handlers. He reportedly installed an internet-based CCTV camera near a bridge on NH-44 to monitor Army and paramilitary movements, transmitting live feeds to his handlers. Singh confessed to receiving directions from Dubai and being paid Rs 40,000.

A British couple, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, on a motorcycle trip to Australia, were arrested in Iran in early 2025 and accused of espionage. Despite their family's pleas and a hunger strike, they were sentenced to 10 years in Evin Prison. Their son campaigns for their release, while the UK government presses Iran for their freedom, calling the charges unjustifiable.

The Iranian government has carried out the execution of Abdoljalil Shahbakhsh, linked to the Ansar al-Furqan militant group, as a response to his participation in violent clashes with law enforcement during the protests of 2022-2023.

Taking a hard stance, Bahrain has issued life sentences to three men accused of colluding with Iran's Revolutionary Guards. Additionally, more than 20 others face up to 10 years behind bars for activities such as unauthorized filming and spreading banned statements. These sentences highlight Bahrain's intensified efforts to curb pro-Iran influences within the Gulf.

During President Trump's visit to China, American officials and CEOs implemented a 'digital lockdown,' using 'clean' devices and leaving personal electronics behind. This precaution stems from a long-standing US government assumption that all devices and networks in China are potentially compromised and subject to surveillance.

Arcadia's mayor, Eileen Wang, will plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent for China. She and her former fiancé promoted pro-China propaganda in the US under the direction of Chinese officials. Wang, who has resigned, faces up to 10 years in prison.

Israel's parliament has greenlit a special tribunal to try and sentence to death Palestinians convicted in the October 7th Hamas-led attack. The bill, passed overwhelmingly, aims to punish those responsible for the deadliest assault in Israel's history. Rights groups, however, voice concerns over fair trial procedures and the ease of imposing the death penalty.

A Border Force officer has been convicted in London for aiding Chinese intelligence in spying on Hong Kong dissidents in the UK. Chi Leung “Peter” Wai used confidential immigration data to identify and monitor activists, operating as part of a "shadow policing" network. He was found guilty under the National Security Act, alongside a former Hong Kong police officer.

For India, however, the core issue remains action rather than acknowledgment, with MEA reiterating New Delhi’s repeated appeals to Ottawa to take effective action against anti-India extremist elements operating from its soil

Anthropic's paper outlines two scenarios for US-China AI leadership by 2028. In one, the US maintains its compute advantage through tightened export controls, leading to democratic AI norms. The other sees China overtaking the US if policymakers fail to act, resulting in authoritarian AI dominance.

Seven men have been sentenced to three years in prison in Bhubaneswar for supplying pre-activated SIM cards and one-time passwords to suspected Pakistani spies. Arrested between May and June 2023, these individuals facilitated the creation of fake accounts and the spread of anti-India propaganda, impacting national security. Investigations into a larger racket are ongoing.

Aditya Dhar’s espionage magnum opus, 'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge', continues its unprecedented box office reign on Day 27. Having already made history as the first Hindi film to breach the Rs 1,000 crore India net milestone, the Ranveer Singh-starrer is now closing in on the Rs 1,100 crore domestic landmark. Despite the 2026 IPL season, the film's global footprint has expanded to a staggering Rs 1,718 crore. Stay updated with live tracking, weekly breakdowns, and day-wise earnings of this cinematic phenomenon.

'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge' has officially breached the Rs. 1,100 crore net milestone in India on Day 29. From its massive Rs. 90 crore opening day to becoming the first Hindi film to enter the Rs. 1,000 crore club, Aditya Dhar’s spy thriller starring Ranveer Singh is rewriting history. Read on to learn more about the latest live tracking updates, day-wise collection breakdown for Week 1, 2, and 3 and a recap of the worldwide gross hitting Rs. 1,733 crore despite the IPL 2026 craze.

Delhi Police have identified Babbar Khalsa International operatives Manu Agwan and Maninder Billa as chief handlers of a newly uncovered espionage-terror module. The investigation revealed a shift in ISI's recruitment tactics, targeting educated youth alongside traditional laborers. This sophisticated network facilitated arms trafficking, narco-smuggling, and high-tech surveillance, funded through a mix of illegal proceeds and UPI transactions.

Aditya Dhar’s 'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge' has scripted history as the first Hindi film to breach the Rs. 1,000 crore India net milestone. Globally, the thriller has amassed Rs. 1,622.72 crore, outperforming blockbusters like Jawan. Despite the IPL 2026 season and a 229-minute runtime, the film remains a powerhouse. To boost family viewership, makers have released updated prints with muted abuses and technical fixes. Now the third-highest-grossing Indian film globally, the spy saga eyes the Rs. 1,700 crore mark.

A civilian employee at Assam's Chabua Air Force Station, Sumit Kumar, has been arrested for allegedly passing sensitive information to Pakistan-based handlers for approximately Rs 3.25 lakh. Investigators are working to uncover the full extent of his involvement and the classified data he leaked, with Kumar remanded in custody until April 2.

Get ready for 'Jazz City,' a gripping Bengali historical thriller premiering March 19, 2026, on SonyLIV. Set against the backdrop of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, the series delves into the clandestine world of a Calcutta jazz club, where music, politics, and espionage collide.

Three individuals have been indicted for allegedly conspiring to illegally divert high-performance U.S.-assembled computer servers with advanced AI technology to China. The scheme involved using false documents, dummy servers, and convoluted transshipment routes to evade U.S. export control laws. The indictment details efforts to conceal the true destination of restricted AI technology, posing a threat to national security.

A special branch of Rajasthan has arrested a 42-year-old man on charges of spying for Pakistan, police said.

A Japanese business person was sentenced to three and a half years in prison in China on espionage charges, as confirmed by the Japanese embassy in Beijing. Detained since March 2023, the individual, identified by Kyodo News as an Astellas Pharma Inc.

The European Union has imposed sanctions on two Chinese firms, Integrity Technology Group and Anxun Information Technology, along with Iran's Emennet Pasargad, for orchestrating cyberattacks against member states. Co-founders of the Chinese companies face travel bans. These actions underscore the EU's commitment to combating malicious cyber activities and ensuring a secure digital space.

JAISALMER: Two persons, allegedly trying to smuggle defence documents to Pakistan, have been arrested under the Official Secrets Act, a senior police official said here on Thursday.