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Terror conspiracy case: NIA raids half a dozen locations in Bengaluru days after massive crackdown on ISIS terrorists

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Terror conspiracy case: NIA raids half a dozen locations in Bengaluru days after massive crackdown on ISIS terrorists

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday conducted searches in over half a dozen locations in Bengaluru in a terror conspiracy case.

Multiple NIA teams raided various locations in Bengaluru in close coordination with the state police force based on specific inputs.

The raids are still underway at the premises of suspects who have terror links and are operating at the direction of their foreign handlers. Besides, the suspects had been actively involved in various terrorist activities.

The move comes days after the NIA, in a massive crackdown on ISIS, arrested 15 operatives of the banned terror outfit on December 9 during multiple and widespread raids across Maharashtra and Karnataka.

In the case, the NIA teams swooped down on as many as 44 locations in Padgha-Borivali, Thane, Mira Road, Pune in Maharashtra, and Bengaluru in Karnataka and apprehended the 15 accused for promoting terror and terror-related acts and activities of the proscribed organisation.

Huge amounts of unaccounted cash, firearms, sharp-edged weapons, incriminating documents, smartphones and other digital devices were seized during the raids, conducted as part of the NIA’s ongoing efforts to disrupt and demolish the attempts of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) to carry out violent acts of terror and take innocent lives.

NIA investigations have further revealed in the case that the accused, all members of the ISIS Maharashtra module, were operating from Padgha-Borivali, where they had hatched the conspiracy to spread terror and carry out acts of violence across India. Pursuing the path of violent Jihad, Khilafat, and ISIS the accused had aimed to disturb the peace and communal harmony of the country and to wage a war against the government of India.

Initial investigations have revealed that the arrested accused had self-declared the village of Padgha in rural Thane as a ‘liberated zone’ and as ‘Al-Sham’. They were motivating impressionable Muslim youth to relocate to Padgha from their place of residence to strengthen the Padgha base.

Saqib Nachan, the main accused and the leader and head of the ISIS module was also administering the ‘bayath’ (oath of allegiance to the Khalifa of ISIS ) to the persons joining the proscribed organisation.

ISIS is a Global Terror Organisation (GTG), also known as Islamic State (IS), Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL), Daish, Islamic State in Khorasan Province (ISKP), ISIS Wilayat Khorasan, Islamic State of Iraq and Sham Khorasan (ISIS-K). The outfit has been spreading its terror network in India by putting in place localised ISIS modules and cells in various states of the country.

NIA has, in recent months, also conducted large-scale raids and busted different ISIS modules by arresting several terror operatives in the ISIS terror conspiracy case in a bid to scuttle the organisation’s heinous and violent anti-India agenda.

As part of its efforts towards that end, the agency registered a case against the ISIS Maharashtra module earlier this year and has, since then, undertaken strong and concerted actions to destroy the various ISIS modules and networks operating across the country.

(This news report is published from a syndicated feed. Except for the headline, the content has not been written or edited by OpIndia staff)

US seeks extradition of Nikhil Gupta, in custody in Czech Republic, for the alleged plot to kill Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun

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US seeks extradition of Nikhil Gupta, in custody in Czech Republic, for the alleged plot to kill Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun

The arrest and temporary detention of the 52-year-old Nikhil Gupta who was allegedly involved in the conspiracy to assassinate pro-Khalistan radical Gurpatwant Singh Pannun have been verified by the Czech Ministry of Justice, reported India Today. The United States which has accused the Indian national of being involved in a “murder for hire” operation aimed at the chief of the banned Sikhs For Justice outfit demanded to initiate the action.

According to US investigators, the accused planned to kill the Khalistani terrorist in their country with the help of an unidentified Indian government employee. He was taken into custody in the Czech Republic by the country’s law enforcement officials in June 2023.

A representative for the Czech Ministry of Justice Vladimir Repka revealed that Nikhil Gupta was captured at the US government’s request after which it made an extradition request. The US authorities have detailed the charges against him including conspiracy to “murder for hire.” They submitted the extradition request in August 2023 citing the aforementioned accusation.

The Prague Municipal Public Prosecution Office moved to deem Nikhil Gupta’s extradition admissible after conducting preliminary inquiries. The ruling, however, is not yet legally enforceable. He was indicted by the US Justice Department on 20th November for his suspected role in the murder plot.

“An Indian government employee, working together with others, including Gupta, in India and elsewhere, directed a plot to assassinate on US soil an attorney and political activist who is a US citizen of Indian origin residing in New York City,” claimed a statement released by the US officials. He had allegedly given an assassin $100,000 to carry out the murder with a $15,000 down payment already received on 9 June of this year. However, the person he reached out to recruit the hitman was a confidential informant for US law enforcement.

Nikhil Gupta is being prosecuted with murder for hire, a crime which carries a potential 10-year sentence. According to the Justice Department, an Indian government employee known as CC-1 was in charge of the murder plot from India. Nikhil Gupta is also believed to be involved in the global trafficking of drugs and firearms. Furthermore, he allegedly attempted to hire a hitman who was an undercover Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent.

New Delhi responded to the accusation and asserted that it was against government policy and was concerned that one of its officials was associated with the conspiracy. Afterwards, the Indian government formed a high-level inquiry committee to probe into “all the relevant aspects of the matter.”

Notably, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun has repeatedly threatened India with terrorist actions including blowing up an Air India flight as well as attacking the Indian parliament as a retaliation for the alleged plan of the Indian government to eliminate him. He described himself as a dual citizen of the United States and Canada, however, no action has been taken against him by either nation despite his regular terror threats and assaults on Indians including diplomats living on their soil by his followers and supporters.

Haryana: Man arrested in Ambala for murdering his sister, had stabbed her over 30 times

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Haryana: Man arrested in Ambala for murdering his sister, had stabbed her over 30 times

In Ambala, Haryana, a man named Karan Jaiswal, alias Kallu, accused of killing his sister has been arrested. Reports say that accused Karan went to State Home Minister Anil Vij’s residence on Tuesday (12 December 2023) to surrender. However, he was apprehended by the police.

This comes after accused Karan Jaiswal murdered his sister Bhavna on Monday (December 11) by slitting her throat. The accused also allegedly wounded the victim’s private parts with the knife. Before the murder, he stated on Facebook that he would kill his sister out of compulsion. He had accused his sister’s in-laws of torturing her. He further claimed that his sister was abandoned at night in a Muslim-dominated area in Meerut. She was fortunate to return home safely. In this post, he also sought help from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.

According to reports, accused Karan, who is a resident of Ambala Cantonment’s Kachcha Bazaar, had an argument with his 28-year-old sister Bhavna Jaiswal late Monday evening. Karan stabbed his sister as the fight heated up. He stabbed his sister over 30 times and then fled the scene. Victim Bhavna was taken to the Civil Hospital, where doctors declared her dead.

Police arrived on the scene and took the body into custody after receiving the information about the crime. According to the victim’s family, Bhavna was married to a youth from Meerut two years ago. However, due to differences with her husband, she was for the last six months residing in her maternal home in Ambala Cantt, while her daughter stayed with their father in Meerut.

Karan wrote on Facebook, “My sister’s husband is Ankur Jain. Since the sister was Manglik, the decision was taken to get married within 9 days. “We married our sister without contemplating much. After only a month of marriage, the boy abandoned my sister near the Muslim neighbourhood at about 11 p.m.” Accused Karan also claimed that his sister’s in-laws have connections to influential people.

“Must prevent misuse of AI like deepfakes, terror tools, data theft”: 6 key takeaways from PM Modi’s address at Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence

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“Must prevent misuse of AI like deepfakes, terror tools, data theft”: 6 key takeaways from PM Modi’s address at Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence

On Tuesday, 12th December, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Summit 2023 at Bharat Mandapam in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The three-day summit is being attended by key stakeholders from across sectors, AI experts and enthusiasts.

In the run up to the event, PM Modi on 8th December reiterated India’s dedication to Safe and Trusted AI. The GPAI forum includes 28 member nations and the European Union. India is the chair of GPAI for 2024. Notably, China is not a member.

“This revolutionary technology is now in the hands of a new generation – young, brilliant minds who are swiftly enriching its vast potential. India, as one of the youngest nations with a vibrant start-up ecosystem and a talented workforce, is poised to be an active contributor to the evolution of AI as the world leaps into a not-so-distant future” the PM had said in his LinkedIn post,” the PM had written.

The GPAI summit unfolds against the backdrop of increasing global reliance on AI in various sectors bridging the gap between manpower and technology. PM Modi has been a strong proponent of AI and has also warned against the challenges it poses.

PM raises concerns against deep fake

During his address on day 1 of the summit, PM Modi said that the deep fake challenge is for the entire world as it could be used to create ‘deepfakes’ to purposefully spread false information or have malicious intent behind their use.

If AI enables arms to reach the hands of terror groups, then it could have a devastating effect, and the world needs to think about it, the Prime Minister said.

PM said that while AI has several positive impacts, it has many negative impacts too. “AI can become the biggest tool in the development of the 21st century. But it can also play the biggest role in destroying the 21st century,” he said.

PM announces AI Mission

PM Modi said that the national AI portal will play a crucial role in supporting and promoting AI initiatives.

He said that India is set to launched the AI Mission in Bharat with a focus on promoting the use of AI in sectors such as agriculture, healthcare and education.

PM Modi said that the government’s policies and programmes are inspired by the spirit of “AI for all”.

“Our endeavour is to take full advantage of the capabilities of AI for social development and inclusive growth. India is fully committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI,” he said.

PM calls for global AI framework

PM Modi called for the global framework for the ethical use of AI. Speaking about security concerns, PM said that just like there are agreements and protocols for various international issues, a global framework for ethical use of AI must also be created.

“This will include a protocol for testing and deployment of high-risk and frontier AI tools,” he said.

PM called for the completion of a global framework within a set timeframe adding that it is essential for the security nd progress of the world and humanity.

Democractising Artificial Intelligence

PM said that AI is becoming the biggest basis for sculpting the new future. He highlighted that as AI can connect people, it not only ensures economic development but it ensures equality and social justice.

He emphasized the need to make AI more inclusive and said that “the more inclusive, the development journey of AI, the more inclusive will be the results.”

PM Modi drew attention to the unequal access to technology in the last century further accentuating inequality in the society.

To avoid this, the Prime Minister asked that democratic values should not be neglected in technology to make it an inclusion multiplier.

“Direction of AI development will totally depend on human and democratic values. It is up to us to keep a place for emotions along with efficiency, ethics along with effectiveness”, he said.

Taking forward the aspirations mentioned in G20 New Delhi Declaration

PM Modi underlined India’s proposal to create a framework for Responsible Human-Centric AI governance during India’s G20 Presidency.

He reminded that the G20 New Delhi Declaration has reaffirmed the commitment of all member countries towards ‘AI Principles’.

Noting AI as a worldwide movement, the Prime Minister stressed the need for collaboration. He suggested a few questions that need to be addressed to enhance AI’s credibility such as data sets for testing and training AI tools, length and duration of testing before releasing any product to the market. He also asked whether a Software Watermark can be introduced to mark any information or product as AI-generated.

AI for diversity

PM Modi also suggested using AI to make digital services available in local Indian languages to increase digital inclusion.

He also suggested using AI to revive the languages which are no longer spoken, taking forward the rich knowledge base and literature of the Sanskrit language and reuniting the missing volumes of Vedic mathematics.

(With input from agencies)

Punjab: Jailed Congress leader Lucky Sandhu comes out for medical treatment, goes to dance at a wedding function, video viral

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Punjab: Jailed Congress leader Lucky Sandhu comes out for medical treatment, goes to dance at a wedding function, video viral

On Friday (8th December), jailed Punjab Youth Congress leader from Ludhiana, Sarvotam Singh alias Lucky Sandhu was granted permission to go out of jail for medical treatment. However, he was seen dancing at a wedding function in Raikot in the Ludhiana district of Punjab.

A video of his dance at the marriage party went viral on social media on Tuesday (12th December). Two police officials were suspended in this regard.

Punjab Congress leader Lucky Sandhu is booked in nine cases under various charges including rioting, kidnapping, assault, extortion, and firing. In September 2023, Lucky Sandhu was lodged in the central jail of Ludhiana in connection with a kidnapping and rioting case. On 8th December, he was taken to the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research in Chandigarh for treatment as he had complained that he had back pain and trouble urinating. However, he was seen dancing at a wedding party in Raikot. Singer Angrez Ali performed at the party.

Ludhiana Jail Superintendent Shivraj Singh said, “A police party from Ludhiana police commissionerate had taken him to PGIMER Chandigarh. No jail staff accompanied them. They had reached PGIMER and got the check-up done but on the way back, they probably stopped at the party. Later they returned to the jail. After we got to know of this lapse through some videos, we immediately wrote to the Ludhiana police commissioner for action against the cops who did this negligence.”

According to reports, Commissioner Kuldeep Singh Chahal of Ludhiana Police has announced the suspension of two officers, namely Sub-Inspector Mangal Singh and Assistant Sub-Inspector Kuldeep Singh. Additionally, a departmental investigation has been launched against them.

Police Commissioner Kuldeep Singh Chahal said, “Prima facie, on the way back from the hospital in Chandigarh, they stopped at the party for some time. Both cops who took him there have been suspended and an inquiry has been initiated into the whole incident.”

In September 2023, Lucky Sandhu was apprehended on charges of purportedly kidnapping a witness involved in an assault case and subjecting him to threats at gunpoint. The complainant, Harjit Singh, aged 40 and a resident of Tower Colony, identified as a transporter, asserted that Sandhu, along with his brother Amaninder Singh alias Maninder Sandhu, and several associates, abducted and assaulted him. Maninder Sandhu is the Ludhiana wing president of the Punjab Youth Congress.

The First Information Report (FIR) was filed based on the testimony provided by Harjit Singh. He detailed the alleged incident, stating that Sandhu, his brother, and approximately 10-12 accomplices seized him, took him into a dining establishment, and subjected him to physical assault. Furthermore, Singh claimed that Lucky Sandhu brandished a pistol, pressed it against his neck, and warned him not to testify in court.

In April 2023, Lucky Sandhu faced charges and was arrested in connection with an extortion case. In this matter, he was accused of making calls to entrap an affluent and influential businessmen in Ludhiana in collaboration with “Instagram influencer” Jasneet Kaur from Mohali. Subsequently, Sandhu obtained bail, and a group of Congress supporters congregated outside the jail to give him a “welcome.”

RSS leader Indresh Kumar asks Muslims to voluntarily hand over all disputed religious sites to Hindus, explains Mohan Bhagwat’s ‘Shivling in Mosque’ statement

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RSS leader Indresh Kumar asks Muslims to voluntarily hand over all disputed religious sites to Hindus, explains Mohan Bhagwat’s ‘Shivling in Mosque’ statement

On Tuesday (12th December), Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader Indresh Kumar advised the Muslim community to hand over all the disputed religious sites to the Hindu community. “Muslims and people belonging to other religions should voluntarily hand over all disputed religious sites to the Hindu community,” he said in an interview with PTI.

He stated that Mohan Bhagwat, the chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), made it quite apparent when he said that there was no need to find Shivling in every mosque. “Bhagwat’s statement was aimed at putting an end to mutual conflict so that society can think and reflect while being free from hatred and violence,” he said.

According to Indresh Kumar who is the national executive member of the Muslim Rashtriya Manch, foreign invaders destroyed temples that belonged to Sanatanis. 

“What Mohan Bhagwat said is very clear. There is no need to search, the truth is in front of everyone. Everyone should accept that truth. Muslims and people belonging to other religions should come forward and hand over the disputed religious places of Hindus to the Hindu community,” he said.

Kumar further expressed joy over the completion of the Ram Temple and said that the building of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya has created a happy atmosphere not just in the nation but also abroad. “Ram temple is for everyone…Ram temple (Ayodhya) is a national temple. Ram is for all and everyone. India is a nation that accepts and respects all religions. Therefore, it is right to call it Ram Temple a national temple,” he said.

It is pertinent to know that there are many religious places in the country on which disputes between Hindus and Muslims are going on. There was dispute over the Ram Temple in Ayodhya for many years. The disputed site of Babri Masjid was demolished and later the Supreme Court also issued permission to construct Ram temple on the birth place of Lord Rama. Similarly, there is still debate ongoing about Varanasi’s disputed Gyanvapi Mosque structure. The issue surrounding Mathura’s disputed Shahi Eidgah also remains unsettled.

23 Pakistani troops dead, 32 injured in suicide attack by Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

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23 Pakistani troops dead, 32 injured in suicide attack by Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

On Tuesday (December 12), rebels belonging to a Pakistani Taliban offshoot Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan slammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a Pakistani security forces post in the restive Khyber-Paktunkhwa province’s Dera Ismail Khan district, killing at least 23 Pakistani soldiers. The attack left around 32 Pakistani troops injured.

The army’s media department, Inter-Services Public Relations, stated that the rebels rammed the explosive-laden truck after their attempts to get entry were thwarted in the Dera Ismail Khan district neighbouring the South Waziristan tribal district. ISPR added that all six of the attackers were killed.

Some rebels also opened fire, triggering an hour-long gunfight between them and security personnel before three attackers were shot down, according to local police officer Kamal Khan.

The incident was followed by another suicide strike, which caused the structure to collapse, resulting in several casualties.

Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan, or TJP, a newly formed militant group thought to be an offshoot of the TTP, claimed responsibility for the attack in a statement, claiming it attacked officials at the police station.

Mullah Qasim, a TJP spokesperson, called the attack a “suicide mission” or Fidayeen. A state of emergency was declared at district hospitals, and all educational institutions were closed after the incident. The rebel outfit has earlier also claimed responsibility for several major attacks in Pakistan.

One day prior, three separate attacks in Pakistan had resulted in the death of 17 soldiers in the Darazinda area of Dera Ismail Khan. All of the rebels were killed in the army operation. According to the ISPR, two soldiers were killed and four attackers were killed in another Intelligence Based Operation (IBO) in the Kulachi area.

This year has seen an increase in violence in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with many deadly invasions. In January, a suicide bomber masquerading as a police officer attacked a mosque in the northwestern city of Peshawar, killing at least 101 people, mostly police officers.

Since 2022, the Pakistani Taliban has increased attacks on security troops. Authorities claim that since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan in 2021, the rebels have grown stronger.

Dubai Police arrest Mahadev betting App promoter Ravi Uppal, may soon extradite him to India

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Dubai Police arrest Mahadev betting App promoter Ravi Uppal, may soon extradite him to India

On 12th December (local time), Dubai Police arrested Ravi Uppal, one of the two prime accused in the Mahadev App case. Dubai Police may soon extradite him to India, where the Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating the case. Uppal is facing money laundering charges where kickbacks were allegedly paid to Congress leader and former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel.

The Mahadev App Money Laundering case involves transactions worth Rs 6,000 crore.

The arrest was made in response to the Red Corner notice issued on request of ED. The Indian officials have been informed about the arrest. The Dubai Police has reportedly expressed willingness to deport Uppal to India.

Another accused in the matter, Sourabh Chandrakar, is also in the UAE. He is reportedly the mastermind behind the illegal betting nexus. It is believed that he may get arrested soon and handed over to the Indian authorities. In October, Red Corner notices were issued against Chandrakar and Uppal after ED filed a case in a Special Court in Raipur and obtained a non-bailable warrant against both.

ED filed a charge sheet in the matter and got an open-ended non-bailable warrant against the accused. These two were required for the application of the Red Corner notice. Once ED fulfilled the criteria, the message was issued to seek extradition of the accused from the foreign jurisdiction.

Earlier, one of the promoters of the app, Shubham Soni, released a video and alleged to have paid Rs 500 crore as kickbacks to Congress politicians. The matter was raised extensively by the Bharatiya Janata Party during the Chhattisgarh Assembly Elections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a statement, “Mahadev Ko Bhi Nahi Chhoda” (They did not spare Bhagwan Mahadev) during the campaign. It is believed that the Mahadev App Scam played a vital role in Congress’s defeat in the state.

On 3rd November, ED issued a press note that said that one of the couriers of Mahadev App, Asim Das, was arrested on 2nd November with Rs 5 crore cash. During questioning and from the forensic examination of the phone recovered from Das, the agency came to know that regular payments were made to former CM Baghel. So far, Rs 508 crore has been paid to Congress leaders. Das allegedly confessed that the cash found on him was meant for politician “Baghel”, and he was delivering the money on behalf of Uppar and Chandrakar. However, later, he withdrew his allegations.

Mahadev App Money Laundering Case

The Mahadev app is an illicit online betting platform that laundered the money it collected from players who aren’t in India. Four individuals, including primary accused Saurabh Chandrakar and Madhya Pradesh’s Ravi Uppal, developed the Mahadev betting software which progressively supplanted at least ten other similar illegal betting apps that were in widespread usage across the nation. The matter involves transactions worth Rs 6,000 crore.

A few of the apps that were formerly a part of the Mahadev betting fold are Lotus 365 and ReddyAnna. India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Pakistan are all connected to Mahadev Online Book (MOB) through its headquarters in the United Arab Emirates. OpIndia’s detailed coverage of the matter can be checked here.

Turkish MP Hasan Bitmez declares Israel will suffer ‘Allah’s wrath’ for bombing Gaza, suffers heart attack soon after

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Turkish MP Hasan Bitmez declares Israel will suffer ‘Allah’s wrath’ for bombing Gaza, suffers heart attack soon after

On Tuesday, (12th December), a Turkish member of Parliament Hasan Bitmez said that Israel will suffer ‘Allah’s wrath’ for attacking Gaza. Immediately after this, he had a severe heart attack. The MP was then admitted to hospital and his condition is reportedly critical. A video of the MP collapsing on the of the parliament went viral on social media.

53-year-old Hasan Bitmez is an MP of the Islamist Felicity Party. He was giving a speech about Israel’s war with Hamas to the Assembly and finished by saying “Israel will suffer and it will not escape the wrath of Allah. I salute you all.” He had a heart attack and collapsed after finishing his sentence, as per reports.

As Hasan Bitmez collapsed near the podium, other parliamentarians rushed to his help. MP Dr Turhan Comez – a surgeon by profession – began to administer CPR to Hasan Bitmez. While the CPR was still being given, Hasan Bitmez was taken out of the assembly house on a stretcher.

Turkish Health Minister Dr Fahrettin Koca wrote in a post on X, “Felicity Party Kocaeli Deputy, Mr. Saadet, who was disturbed during his speech at the General Assembly of the Turkish Grand National Assembly. I follow Hasan Bitmez’s health condition closely. He is currently under treatment in the intensive care unit at Ankara Bilkent City Hospital.”

According to reports, Hasan Bitmez also has diabetes. After being admitted to the hospital, he was given angiography. In his speech in the assembly, Hasan Bitmez criticised the ruling Justice and Development Party for its allegedly moderate stance on the Gaza issue. The Turkish MP said that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s stance on the Israel-Hamas war is questionable. He held the Turkish government ‘directly responsible’ for every Israeli bomb dropped on Gaza. At the end of the speech, he said that Israel would face ‘Allah’s wrath’ for its war in Gaza. Soon after, the MP fell down and hit his head on the floor, due to a heart attack.

Notably, Hamas terrorists attacked Israel on 7th October 2023. Since then, Israel has declared an all-out war against the terrorist organisation. Israel has launched an attack on the Hamas terrorists hiding in the Gaza Strip. Thousands have been killed in this war against terrorism so far.

Made in India bicycles by Hero Ecotech to be sold at Walmart stores in USA, ambassador Taranjit Sandhu attends launch event

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Made in India bicycles by Hero Ecotech to be sold at Walmart stores in USA, ambassador Taranjit Sandhu attends launch event

The Indian envoy to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, expressed delight on Tuesday as he attended the launch of the first made-in-India bicycles in a Walmart store in America.

Taking to X, Sandhu said, “Make in India, Make for the World! Delighted to witness the launch of Walmart in the US first made-in-India bicycles, manufactured by #HeroCycles #Ludhiana.”

Earlier, Walmart announced that the first India-made bicycles are hitting select stores in the U.S. just in time for the holidays. Hero Ecotech Ltd., one of India’s foremost manufacturers and exporters of bicycles, has designed a “cruiser-style” bike for Walmart carrying the Concord brand available in both adult-sized men’s and women’s versions adding to the company’s growing bicycle offerings.

Hero Ecotech Ltd. is among many Indian manufacturers who are building supplier relationships with Walmart, helping the company accelerate their goal to triple exports of goods from India to USD 10 billion annually by 2027.

According to a press release by the company, India’s rich history as a leading manufacturer of bicycles is exemplified by Hero Ecotech Ltd. The cruisers sold in Walmart U.S. stores are built with more than 90% of raw materials sourced from India. The company stands as one of the premier manufacturers of mobility products in India and holds the distinction of being India’s largest exporter of bicycles, shipping to over 80 countries.

Walmart’s commitment to the India market is not new, with the company already exporting products across a range of categories.

As part of Walmart’s contribution to the country’s Make in India initiative, the company aims to empower 50,000 MSMEs to participate in domestic and global supply chains through Walmart Vriddhi, a comprehensive growth and training program launched in 2019 that helps MSMEs modernize, scale, and meet their domestic and international ambitions.

(This news report is published from a syndicated feed. Except for the headline, the content has not been written or edited by OpIndia staff)

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