Major terror module linked to Dawood and ISI busted in Delhi; 9 arrested

Delhi Police's Special Cell arrested nine individuals linked to Dawood Ibrahim and ISI for plotting terror attacks on critical installations and religious places. A significant cache of arms and explosives was recovered, indicating a long-planned operation by Pakistan's intelligence establishment.Delhi Police's Special Cell arrested nine individuals linked to Dawood Ibrahim and ISI for plotting terror attacks on critical installations and religious places. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)(HT_PRINT) The Special Cell of Delhi Police on Saturday busted a major terror module linked to the Dawood Ibrahim network and Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), arresting nine individuals who were allegedly plotting attacks on critical installations, security personnel, and religious places in the national capital, sources told ANI on Saturday.The police have also recovered a significant cache of arms, hand grenades, and explosive materials from the possession of the arrested accused.According to ANI, citing sources, the module had been meticulously developed over a long period by Pakistan's intelligence establishment with the specific objective of executing terror attacks in the national capital.(With inputs from ANI)(This is a developing story; check back later for updatesAbout the AuthorMausam JhaMausam Jha is a journalist who focuses on world affairs and politics. She provides clear, informative reporting with a good understanding of both global events and their local impact. Her clear, accessible reporting on political and international issues makes her a trusted source of news and analysis. For the past three years, Mausam has worked with Mint, covering national politics, IR—including elections—and global affairs. Before joining her current role, she gained experience working with The Statesman, ANI, and Financial Express, where she honed her skills in political and international news. She has consistently tracked key electoral battles, including US elections, Japan elections, policy debates, and strategic affairs, explaining how global currents, from great power competition to regional conflicts Beyond journalism, Mausam has a deep engagement with international relations, diplomacy, war studies, terrorism, political history, and political theory. She is particularly interested in the intersection of statecraft and society on how governance, ideology, and institutions shape lived realities, and how politics shape today's world order. An avid reader of classical literature and political thought, she constantly explores the connections between historical ideas and contemporary policy challenges.