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NIA court gives 5-year jail term to Bangladeshi man in terror conspiracy case

A Bangladeshi national was on Thursday sentenced to five years of rigorous imprisonment by a NIA Special Court in Kolkata in a terror conspiracy case. The court found Rabiul Islam, a member of the proscribed terrorist organisation, Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), guilty under various sections of the now-scrapped Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Foreigners Act, 1946. The accused was fined Rs…

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NIA arrests key conspirator in Bengaluru's Rameshwaram Cafe blast case

In a major breakthrough, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a key conspirator in Bengaluru's Rameshwaram Cafe blast case, according to an official statement issued on Thursday.

Muzammil Shareef was picked up on Wednesday and placed in custody as a co-conspirator after NIA teams cracked down at 18 locations, including 12 in Karnataka, five in Tamil Nadu and one in Uttar Pradesh, it said.

The NIA, which took over the case on March 3, had earlier identified the main accused, Mussavir Shazeeb Hussain, who had carried out the blast.

It had also identified another conspirator, Abdul Matheen Taha, who is also wanted by the agency in other cases, the statement said.

"Both the men are on the run,” it added.

NIA investigations have revealed that Muzammil Shareef had extended logistic support to the other two identified accused in the case, involving an IED explosion at the cafe located at ITPL Road, Brookefield, Bengaluru, on March 1.

Several customers and hotel staff members were injured, some of them grievously, in the blast, which caused extensive damage to the property.

"Raids were conducted today at the houses of all these three accused as well as the residential premises and shops of other suspects,” the statement said.

Various digital devices were seized during the searches, along with cash, it added.

Efforts are on to nab the absconding accused and unearth the larger conspiracy behind the blast, the NIA said.

Source : NIA arrests key conspirator in Bengaluru's Rameshwaram Cafe blast case

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NIA raids multiple locations in Jammu and Kashmir in terror funding case

In a sweeping crackdown, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is carrying out raids at multiple locations in south Kashmir's Pulwama and Shopian in a terror funding case.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is carrying out raids at multiple locations in South Kashmir’s Pulwama and Shopian as part of its investigation into a terror funding case. The case pertains to the terror funding and criminal conspiracy hatched by the terror groups operating under various pseudo names, at the behest of their Pakistani commanders or handlers.

Searches are also underway across 13 locations in Budgam, Shopian, Pulwama, Srinagar, and Anantnag in cases related to the hatching of conspiracy, both physical and in cyberspace. Raids by the NIA are a sweeping crackdown on proscribed terrorist outfits to execute violent terrorist attacks in J&K with sticky bombs, IEDs and small arms.

On May 11, the probe agency carried out raids at the residence of Abdul Khaliq Regoo at Kansipora, Javid Ahmad Dhobi at Syed Kareem and Shoaib Ahmad Choor at Sangri Colony in Baramulla district into a terror conspiracy case.

The NIA action comes weeks after a deadly terror attack in Poonch that killed five soldiers. Days after the Poonch attack, five Army personnel were killed when terrorists cornered by the troops triggered an explosion in a densely forested area in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir. An officer was also injured in the explosion caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED).

Earlier, the NIA attached properties belonging to three accused persons at various places in Kashmir under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act following court orders.

The NIA has been carrying out raids in Jammu and Kashmir to crack down on new terror outfits such as The Resistance Front (TRF), United Liberation Front Jammu & Kashmir (UL J&K), Mujahideen Gazwat-ul-Hind (MGH), Jammu & Kashmir Freedom Fighters (JKFF), Kashmir Tigers, PAAF and others.

These terror groups have come into focus after the abrogation of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status on August 5, 2019.

These outfits have taken responsibility for most of the militant attacks carried out in the last three years, especially in Jammu’s Pir Panjal area.

“Investigations have further revealed that Pak-based operatives were using drones to deliver weapons, bombs, drugs etc. to their operatives and cadres in the Kashmir valley,” the agency said in a statement.

The sleuths of the central agency, assisted by the police and paramilitary forces, have carried out raids at multiple locations in Srinagar, Baramulla, Shopian, Kulgam, Anantnag, and Budgam districts of Kashmir, as well as in Poonch, Rajouri and Kishtwar districts of Jammu this month alone.

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Mankirt Aulakh stopped by NIA at Mohali airport, singer cancels his Dubai show - Times of India

On Friday Punjabi singer Mankirt Aulakh was stopped by a team from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) at the Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport. The singer was leaving for Dubai, and according to the reports he was questioned for 2 hours at the airport.Though it is not clear why Mankirt was stopped, as of now he is not allowed to leave India. The singer was sent back, and later in a…

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nikolaj sørensen is under investigation as he has been accused of rape

first of all i want to say that i of course believe and stand with the survivor and i will no longer support him (or fbs) nor will i post about their performance going forward i also really hope that skate canada bans fbs from nationals and doesnt give them any international assignments while he is under investigation

i cant really put into word how horrifying reading the survivors report was i hope she is in a safe and supportive environment knowing that stories like this have been coming out for years and will likely continue to come out and knowing that this sport is so incredibly unsafe especially for girls and women breaks my heart

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Equatorial Guinea: Baltasar Ebang Engonga arrested over 400 sex tapes

Baltasar Ebang Engonga, the Director General of Equatorial Guinea’s National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), has been implicated in a massive scandal involving explicit videos and alleged abuse of power. The scandal has erupted following the leak of over 400 explicit videos reportedly showing Engonga in compromising situations with various women, including relatives of high-ranking…

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Alice Guo and five others charged for falsification, obstruction of justice and more

Former Bamban mayor Alice Guo (AKA Guo Hua Ping) and five others have been formally charged by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) for falsification by a notary public, the use of falsified documents, perjury, and obstruction of justice, according to a Philippine News Agency (PNA) news article. To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the PNA news article. Some parts…

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The Ultimate Checklist for Hiring the Best Private Investigator

Are you sure the private investigator you're looking at can handle your case with the professionalism it deserves?

The private investigation industry is expected to hit $7 billion by 2019, which means there are many choices. Whether it's for corporate investigations, HR checks, or checking out business partners, the choice is crucial. You need to pick a PI whose skills and values match your needs.

Good private investigative services usually cost more because they're reliable and have a strong track record. Our checklist will help you find the best PI for your needs and give you peace of mind.

Verify Credentials and Licensing

It's vital to hire a skilled investigator to protect your interests. Start by checking the credentials and licenses of potential hires in private investigative work. This step confirms they have the right skills for your case.

Decoding the Alphabet Soup of PI Certifications

Many of the qualifications private investigators hold reflect their experience. Look for the qualifications of a PI, such as Certified Professional Investigator (CPI) or Registered Professional Investigator (RPI). These translate into increased professionalism and more training.

Assess Experience and Expertise

It is important to look at a private investigator's background. Many come from law enforcement or the military, which shows their skills. However, what matters most is how well they use these skills in private work.

The Art of Reading Between the Lines of a PI’s Resume

A private investigator's resume should show more than just their job history. It should highlight successes in cases like yours. Testimonials and case studies can help you make your decision.

Review Reputation and References

When hiring a professional private investigator, it is key to check their reputation and references. This ensures you get reliable private security solutions and avoids unqualified candidates. 

Check if they have worked on cases like yours and if they ended well. Firms with a long history are usually more reliable. Ask for details on past cases and ensure they have a good history of solving similar problems.

The Power of Client Testimonials: What They Reveal

Client testimonials are very valuable. They give real insights into a private investigator's professionalism, speed, and quality of service. Feedback on their work ethic and results should play a big part in your choice.

Evaluate Communication and Professionalism

Good talking builds client trust and ensures the PI gets what you want. Right from the start, you can see how a PI talks. Look at how well they listen, ask questions, and speak clearly. When talking to witnesses, suspects, or others, these skills are vital to get important info and check if they're telling the truth.

Confidentiality Matters: Ensuring Your Secrets Stay Safe

PIs often deal with secret info, so keeping your secrets safe is crucial. Trustworthy PI services take keeping info private very seriously. They write down what they find in clear reports for you and others to understand. 

Understand the Cost and Fee Structure

It's vital to understand what you're paying for in investigative services. You might pay for the PI's time, travel, special gear, and a retainer fee for upfront costs. In cities, these costs can go up because of higher living expenses.

Hidden Costs That Can Blow Your Budget

Watch out for hidden fees that can surprise you. Always talk about all possible costs upfront to avoid surprises.

Price vs. Value: When Cheaper Isn't Always Better

Only sometimes go for the cheapest option. Higher prices often mean better quality and skill. For tough cases like corporate fraud, it's worth paying more for experts who can deliver fast and accurate results.

Review Methods and Resources

When you hire a private investigator, it's critical to know how they do their job. They use both new technology and old-school methods to get the information needed. Finding the right blend of these two techniques is vital for success.

The PI's Toolkit: Essential Equipment for Modern Sleuthing

A PI's tools vary by case, but they include many things. Key items are:

Tracers: Gives access to lots of public records and data.

IRBSearch: Has over 85 billion records and offers a free trial.

TLOxp: Quick results from a big data source supported by TransUnion.

IDI's idiCORE: Great for verifying info, finding locations, and tracing people.

Experian: Has a lot of info on finances and identity theft.

SkipSmasher: Helps find people who are hard to locate.

Filevine, Clio, and CaseFox: Help manage cases, including marketing and tracking time.

Google and social media platforms: Great for quick info gathering.

Ensure Availability and Responsiveness

Finding the right private investigation service is key to your case's success. Your investigator must always be available, especially when quick action is needed.

Setting Expectations: Defining "Timely" Updates

Make sure you both know how often you'll get updates and what "timely" means in your case. It will keep everyone updated and helps to prevent misinterpretation.

Ask the Right Questions

Choosing the right private investigator means asking the right questions. Knowing what to ask can greatly improve your hiring process and help you avoid problems.

The Ultimate Interview: 8 Must-Ask Questions for Your Potential PI

For a good interview, consider these key questions:

Do you have insurance and a license? 

Most private investigators ought to have insurance and a state license. This ensures their legitimacy and protects you as the client.

What is your experience in this field? 

It's critical to understand their experience, education, and job-specific details. 

Can you provide references? 

Asking for references or checking client reviews can show their reputation and how satisfied clients are.

What are your fees and billing structures? 

Ensure they understand their billing, including any upfront or retainer fees, to avoid surprise costs.

What investigative methods will you use? 

Find out the methods they plan to use, such as surveillance or interviews, to ensure they meet your expectations.

How often will you update me? 

Set clear expectations for updates and how often they'll be in touch, including their availability for calls or emails.

What is the estimated investigation duration? 

Knowing how long the investigation might take, usually about three to four weeks, helps you plan better.

Do you have experience testifying in court? 

Talk about their experience with court testimonies or delivering reports after the investigation. 

Being alert for these deal-breakers can help you avoid problems in finding the right private investigation services.

Conclusion

After going through our ultimate checklist, you're ready to hire a private investigator wisely. This guide covered key points like checking credentials, experience, and reputation. It also looked at communication and costs. These factors are crucial for the investigator's success and your peace of mind. Doing your homework ensures a successful partnership.

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Engineer Rashid, as MP may misuse his position to influence witnesses, obstruct justice: NIA to Court

NEW DELHI — The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday opposed Rashid Engineer’s bail plea in the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) case and stated that if granted bail, Rashid Engineer, as a Member of Parliament, may misuse his position to influence witnesses and obstruct justice. The agency said a confidential report indicating that Rashid previously misused the telephone…

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Police in the Turkish city of Adana detained 11 suspects, five Israeli and two Syrian, on allegations of organ trafficking, the Daily Sabah reported on 5 May. The Provincial Directorate of Security's Anti-Smuggling and Border Gates Branch began investigating after examining the passports of seven individuals who arrived in Adana from Israel about a month ago by plane for the purpose of health tourism. The two Syrian nationals, ages 20 and 21, were found to have fake passports. Further investigation revealed that Syrian nationals had each agreed to sell one of their own kidneys to two of the Israeli nationals, ages 68 and 28, for kidney transplants in Adana. During searches at the suspects' residences, $65,000 and numerous fake passports were seized. Israel has long been at the center of what Bloomberg described in 2011 as a “sprawling global black market in organs where brokers use deception, violence, and coercion to buy kidneys from impoverished people, mainly in underdeveloped countries, and then sell them to critically ill patients in more-affluent nations.” The financial newspaper added, “Many of the black-market kidneys harvested by these gangs are destined for people who live in Israel.” The organ-trafficking network extends from former Soviet Republics such as Azerbaijan, Belarus, Ukraine, and Moldova to Brazil, the Philippines, South Africa, and beyond, the Bloomberg investigation showed. Accusations of Israeli involvement in organ trafficking also apply to the occupied Palestinian territories. In 2009, Sweden's largest daily newspaper, Aftonbladet, reported testimony that the Israeli army was kidnapping and murdering Palestinians to harvest their organs. The report quotes Palestinian claims that young men from the occupied West Bank and Gaza Strip had been seized by the Israeli army, and their bodies returned to the families with missing organs. "'Our sons are used as involuntary organ donors,' relatives of Khaled from Nablus said to me, as did the mother of Raed from Jenin as well as the uncles of Machmod and Nafes from Gaza, who all had disappeared for a few days and returned by night, dead and autopsied," wrote Donald Bostrom, the author of the report.Bostrom also cites an incident of alleged organ theft during the the first Palestinian intifada in 1992. He says that the Israeli army abducted a young man known for throwing stones at Israeli troops in the Nablus area. The young man was shot in the chest, both legs, and the stomach before being taken to a military helicopter, which transported him to an unknown location. Five nights later, Bostrom said, the young man's body was returned, wrapped in green hospital sheets. Israel’s Channel 2 TV reported that in the 1990s, specialists at Abu Kabir Forensic Medicine Institute harvested skin, corneas, heart valves, and bones from the bodies of Israeli soldiers, Israeli citizens, Palestinians, and foreign workers without permission from relatives. The Israeli military confirmed that the practice took place, but claimed, "This activity ended a decade ago and does not happen any longer." Israel’s assault on Gaza since 7 October has provided further opportunities for the theft and harvesting of Palestinians’ organs. On 30 January, WAFA news agency reported that the Israeli army returned the bodies of 100 Palestinian civilians it had stolen from hospitals and cemeteries in various areas in Gaza. According to medical sources, inspection of some of the bodies showed that organs were missing from some of them. On 18 January, the Times of Israel reported that the Israeli army confirmed reports that its soldiers dug up graves in a Gaza cemetery, claiming its soldiers were trying to “confirm that the bodies of hostages were not buried there.”

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Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Exploiting JetBrains TeamCity CVE Globally | CISA

SUMMARY The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), U.S. National Security Agency (NSA), Polish Military Counterintelligence Service (SKW), CERT Polska (CERT.PL), and the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) assess Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) cyber actors—also known as Advanced Persistent Threat 29 (APT 29), the…

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Holy shit holy shit holy Schist!!!!!

A hydrothermal explosion happened Yellowstone!! And I’m alive to see it! I wish I was there.

From USGS Facebook:

A small hydrothermal explosion occurred in Yellowstone National Park today (July 23, 2024) around 10:00 AM MST in the Biscuit Basin thermal area, about 2.1 miles (3.5 km) northwest of Old Faithful. Numerous videos of the event were recorded by visitors. The boardwalk was damaged, but there were no reports of injury. The explosion appears to have originated near Black Diamond Pool.

Biscuit Basin, including the parking lot and boardwalks, are temporary closed for visitor safety. The Grand Loop road remains open. Yellowstone National Park geologists are investigating the event.

Hydrothermal explosions occur when water suddenly flashes to steam underground, and they are relatively common in Yellowstone. For example, Porkchop Geyser, in Norris Geyser Basin, experienced an explosion in 1989, and a small event in Norris Geyser Basin was recorded by monitoring equipment on April 15, 2024. An explosion similar to that of today also occurred in Biscuit Basin on May 17, 2009.

More information about hydrothermal explosions is available at https://www.usgs.gov/observatories/yvo/news/hydrothermal-explosions-yellowstone-national-park.

Monitoring data show no changes in the Yellowstone region. Today’s explosion does not reflect activity within volcanic system, which remains at normal background levels of activity. Hydrothermal explosions like that of today are not a sign of impending volcanic eruptions, and they are not caused by magma rising towards the surface.

Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

The Yellowstone Volcano Observatory (YVO) provides long-term monitoring of volcanic and earthquake activity in the Yellowstone National Park region. Yellowstone is the site of the largest and most diverse collection of natural thermal features in the world and the first National Park. YVO is one of the five USGS Volcano Observatories that monitor volcanoes within the United States for science and public safety.

YVO Member agencies: USGS, Yellowstone National Park, University of Utah, University of Wyoming, Montana State University, UNAVCO, Inc., Wyoming State Geological Survey, Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology, Idaho Geological Survey

Image courtesy of Vlada March.

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No One Wanted To Buy 2,000 Rhinos Up For Auction. What Happened Next Is Good News.

A Conservation Nonprofit purchased the animals from Entrepreneur John Hume and plans to rewild the animals, an "Incredibly Daunting" Task.

This White Rhino and Calf, Photographed in August 2023, are among 2,000 Rhinos that will be released into the wild over the next decade. Photograph By Brent Stirton

— By Dina Fine Maron | September 5, 2023

About 2,000 white rhinos living on the world’s largest rhino farm will be released into the wild as part of a new deal struck between farm owner John Hume and the conservation nonprofit African Parks.

Hume, an entrepreneur who for years lobbied to sell the animal’s horns, had put his entire 21,000-acre farm in South Africa and all its animals up for auction in April with an initial asking price of $10 million. He received no bids for the farm, which is called the Platinum Rhino Conservation Project.

Instead, under a private deal between Platinum and African Parks, the nonprofit acquired the farm, its thousands of rhinos, and numerous other animals including giraffes, hippos, sheep, and more.

Taylor Tench, a senior policy analyst who specializes in rhinos at the Environmental Investigation Agency, a watchdog group with offices in the United States and United Kingdom, called this deal one of the “most positive outcomes that could have arisen from this situation.” He cautioned, however, that the challenges of rewilding the animals are “incredibly daunting.”

The roughly 2,000 rhinos at the Platinum Rhino Conservation Project represent a significant portion of the world's population. Photograph By Brent Stirton/Getty Images/National Geographic Image Collection

African Parks manages 22 national parks and protected areas across 12 countries in Africa, and it says it will be keeping all of Platinum’s staff employed to care for the animals until they can be relocated to the wild. The nonprofit also confirmed to National Geographic that it will continue the farm’s current security operations to prevent poaching, including helicopter patrols, dozens of armed game rangers with guard dogs, and more.

In documents from the auction, Hume noted that he spends more than $425,000 per month protecting the animals from poachers. But the approach appears to be effective. The farm’s last known poaching incident occurred in March 2017, and African Parks says that it considers the security to be state-of-the-art.

Future Destinations

African Parks says it aims to have all the animals in their new homes within the decade, but exactly where the animals will be going in the wild, when, and how the group will be broken up have not yet been determined.

The nonprofit is launching feasibility studies to decide where the animals could go and still have adequate levels of food and water, among other factors. Lands currently managed by African Parks as well as other available areas in Africa may be considered as possible destinations.

“An advisory group is being put in place, and all decisions will be guided by a framework that is currently in development,” says Donovan Jooste, who is overseeing the project for African Parks. Mother and calf units will be translocated together, he says, but exact groups and group numbers will be determined on a case-by-case basis. The security of recipient areas will also be assessed prior to any release as part of the rewilding program.

To deter poachers, a veterinarian at the Platinum farm in South Africa trims the horn of an anesthetized white rhino. Photograph By Brent Stirton/Getty Images/National Geographic Image Collection

After this white rhino's dehorning procedure in 2011, the animal was left to wake in a field. John Hume, the owner of the property, had planned to sell the horns to support the farm's operations, but the international sale of rhino horns was never legalized. Photograph By Brent Stirton/Getty Images/National Geographic Image Collection

“A lot of questions remain which African Parks will have to address moving forward, but it’s a very positive vision,” Tench says. Keeping rhinos safe in the wild continues to be a challenge. Kruger National Park, for example, has seen its rhino population plummet from more than 10,000 in 2010 to fewer than 4,000 due largely to poaching and its consequences for breeding and calf survival.

The price for the animals and other details of the deal were not disclosed by Hume or African Parks, though the nonprofit says they paid a “small percentage” of the listed auction price. Tammy Hume, the auction’s spokesperson and John Hume’s daughter-in-law, says that she cannot disclose details of the deal under a non-disclosure agreement.

There are about 22,000 rhinos across all of Africa, meaning Hume’s almost 2,000 white rhinos comprise a sizable portion of the world’s wild population of the species.

Translocating rhinos is incredibly daunting, and rewilded animals do not always survive due to factors including drought, food scarcity, and disease. African Parks says an advisory board will help it decide where these rhinos should be sent. Photograph By Brent Stirton

Horns For Sale—or Not

When Hume began operations at his Platinum Rhino Conservation Project, he aspired to protect rhinos from poachers and simultaneously breed the animals to increase their numbers, saying he would fund the operation with rhino horn sales. Yet the financing of the venture never took off since the international sale of horns was never legalized.

The decision to put the animals up for auction was made in the hopes that deep-pocketed investors would be able to buy the animals to eventually rewild them, Tammy Hume told National Geographic in April.

The deal with African Parks represents a win for the thousands of animals, says John Scanlon, a former special envoy for African Parks and former secretary general of CITES, the global treaty that regulates wildlife trade and prohibits international horn sales.

“I think it’s a courageous move on the part of African Parks,” he says. “I can’t think of any other organization that would have the courage and capacity to take on something of this scale and risk.”

When lands are well-managed, he adds, relocated animals can be kept secure from poachers and have strong survival numbers. African Parks, he says, “will give the animals their best chance.”

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Woman arrested by NBI agents in Muntinlupa City for selling infant online

Recently in the City of Muntinlupa, agents of the National Bureau of Investigation-Human Trafficking Division (NBI-HTRAD) arrested a woman for attempting to sell an infant online, according to a Philippine News Agency (PNA) news article. To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the PNA news article. Some parts in boldface… The National Bureau of Investigation-Human…