KHALISTAN EXTREMISM MONITOR
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
15-Apr-2024
The recent firing incident at Salman Khan's Mumbai residence has spotlighted the Lawrence Bishnoi syndicate, with Anmol Bishnoi, a syndicate member, claiming responsibility. Their international reach was evident in the gunfire at Punjabi singer Gippy Grewal's Canada residence in November 2023. Lawrence Bishnoi's connections with Haryana's Kala Jathedi and other criminals highlight their extensive operations, including extortion and orchestrating attacks. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) charge sheet reveals Bishnoi's remote control of operations from jail and funding pro-Khalistan extremists abroad. Anmol Bishnoi's warning to Salman Khan signifies escalating tensions, showcasing the syndicate's bold tactics.
15-Apr-2024
Barnala Police on April 15 busted an inter-state drug racket, arresting one individual identified as Vikram Kumar and seizing a truck carrying 2100 kg of poppy husk near Dhanaula in Barnala district in Punjab.
15-Apr-2024
The Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) staff of Punjab Police of April 15 arrested three drug peddlers having links with cross border drug smugglers, identified as Manjit Singh alias Mani, Rohit Sethi and Bhuvnesh Chopra alias Ashish, and seized 7 kg of heroin along with INR 36 lakh drug money, one .32 bore pistol with 5 live rounds, one .315 bore rifle with 5 live rounds and magazine and two .30 bore pistols with 10 rounds and magazine, from their possession in Ferozepur in Ferozepur district.
15-Apr-2024
Police on April 15 arrested an individual identified as Karamjit Singh alias Mann alias Gola alias Gurdial Singh, and seized 220 grams of heroin and INR 1.65 lakh drug money from his possession, near Bandala village in Ferozepur district.
15-Apr-2024
Police on April 15 arrested two persons, identified as Manpreet Singh and Musami and seized 6 kg of poppy husk from their truck at GT Road, near Fatehgarh Sahib in Fatehgarh Sahib district. The contraband was hidden in a specially designed box under the rear seat of the truck’s cabin.
15-Apr-2024
Police on April 15 arrested one person identified as Amrik Singh and seized 1 kg of opium from his truck, at Tarkhan Majra T-point near Tarkhan Majra village in Sirhind in Fatehgarh Sahib district.
15-Apr-2024
Police on April 15 arrested 12 gang members of the Lakhbir Singh Landa group, identified as Jasvir Singh Jassa, Maninder Singh, Gurjit Singh, Yuvraj Kumar, Angrez Singh, Manpreet Singh, Dharminder Singh, Jaspreet Singh, Balwinder Singh, Sukhpreet Singh, Harjit Singh and Vishal, and seized two pistols, 26 bullets and a motorcycle from their possession, in Kapurthala in Kapurthala district. The gang, led by Lakhbir Singh Landa and his United Kingdom (UK) based associate Harjit Singh Bhandal, the gang recruited local criminals for their illicit activities, and targeted affluent individuals, making ransom demands via phone calls in Kapurthala and nearby areas.
14-Apr-2024
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) on April 14 unveiled plans to introduce QR code technology into the printing of Guru Granth Sahib scriptures, aiming to enhance accuracy and provide information. The executive committee of the SGPC also introduced leave policies for employees, and approved funding for a civil services training academy.
14-Apr-2024
Punjab Police on April 14 conducted ‘Operation Seal-VI’ at the state's borders from 8 am to 2 pm to curb the inflow of drugs and liquor during the Lok Sabha election campaign and seized INR 10 lakh cash, 110 kilograms of poppy husk, 1 kg of opium, 24 grams of heroin, and 228 litres of illicit liquor. The operation involved 1,500 police personnel manning 220 checkpoints across 10 border districts: Pathankot, Muktsar, Fazilka, Ropar, Mohali, Patiala, Sangrur, Mansa, Hoshiarpur, and Bathinda. The police searched 5,137 vehicles, impounded 22, fined 200, arrested 44 individuals, and filed 42 First Information Reports (FIRs).
14-Apr-2024
On April 14, Anmol Bishnoi, the brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, claimed responsibility for firing at Salman Khan's home and issued a warning that next time, the bullets won't miss their mark, through Facebook post, shortly after the firing incident at Salma Khan's home in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Earlier, two bike-borne unidentified men, fired multiple rounds at actor Salman Khan’s Bandra residence. The incident led to increased security measures around Khan, who has been receiving death threats for years.
14-Apr-2024
On April 14, approximately 3,000 participants took part in the "Vaisakhi 5K Run," highlighting the theme of 'Say no to drugs,' in New Delhi.
14-Apr-2024
Police on April 14 arrested a Khalistani terrorist belonging to Khalistan Commando Force (KCF), identified as Parminder Singh Rana from Dingrian village in Jalandhar district of Punjab. Rana, a close associate of KCF chief Sukhdev Singh alias Sukha, had been evading authorities since being declared an absconder in the 1980s. He had been living clandestinely in Rajasthan following Sukha's demise. The arrest was made based on a tip-off received by the police.
13-Apr-2024
Police on April 13 arrested an India Reserve Battalion constable posted at Amritsar Central Jail, identified as Mangat Singh Patti and seized 50 grams of heroin and tobacco from his possession in Amritsar district.
13-Apr-2024
A research team from the Jallianwala Bagh Chair at Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) recently uncovered 57 additional names of martyrs from the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, bringing the total count to 434 in Amritsar, Punjab. Led by Dr. Amandeep Kaur Bal and Dr. Dilbag Singh, the research project, commissioned by the Punjab Government, meticulously verified claims and documents across Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh (HP).
13-Apr-2024
Police on April 13 arrested one person identified as Baj Singh and seized one country-made pistol and one cartridge from his possession, at Sheron village in Tarn Taran district.
13-Apr-2024
Vishva Hindu Parishad’s (VHP’s) Nangal unit president, Vikas Prabhakar alias Vikas Bagga, was shot dead by two unidentified assailants in his confectionery shop in Nangal, Rupnagar district, Punjab, on April 13. Police are investigating multiple angles, including premeditated murder, and analyzing CCTV footage for leads. The community is deeply saddened by this crime and seeks justice for Vikas Prabhakar's tragic death.
13-Apr-2024
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister (CM) Yogi Adityanath on April 13 while celebrating Baisakhi at Naka Hindola Gurudwara in Lucknow, expressed gratitude to the Sikh Gurus for their sacrifices, emphasizing the country's enduring appreciation and lauding their contributions to protecting religion and the nation. He also highlighted the significance of Guru Gobind Singh Maharaj's establishment of the Khalsa Panth.
13-Apr-2024
Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (ad hoc) (HSGMC) spokesman Kawaljeet Singh on April 13 announced in Kurukshetra district, Haryana that the government has revoked its directive to banks regarding HSGMC transactions. The government had earlier instructed banks to suspend all financial transactions, which led to issues with staff salaries and gurdwara supplies. After protests and discussions between HSGMC representatives and the government, the directive has been withdrawn, restoring normal operations.
13-Apr-2024
In a joint operation, the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) staff of Punjab Police on April 13 arrested an unidentified drug smuggler and seized 30 grams of gold and INR 3 lakh in cash from his residence in Muhar Jamsher village, Fazilka district. According to the BSF, the coordinated efforts led to the apprehension of the suspected individual, who has a history of involvement in narcotics smuggling.
12-Apr-2024
Police on April 12 arrested one unidentified drug peddler and seized 500 grams of heroin from his possession, near Sarai Amanat Khan in Tarn Taran district.
12-Apr-2024
Khalra police on April 12 arrested two drug smugglers, identified as Lovepreet Singh Labha and Karanpreet Singh Karan and seized 200 grams of heroin from their possession, in Khalra village in Tarn Taran district.
12-Apr-2024
The Indian External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, speaking at an event in Pune, Maharashtra on April 12, emphasized India's steadfast commitment to combat terrorism originating from across borders. He stated that terrorists operate beyond the boundaries of rules and regulations. Jaishankar highlighted Pakistan as a challenging neighbour, attributing the difficulties in relations to India's historical approach.
12-Apr-2024
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on April 12 seized an immovable property belonging to Khalistani terrorist Ramandeep Singh, following directives from a special NIA court in New Delhi, related to a case from August 2022. The seized property, measuring 31 kanals, 9 marlas, and 4 sarsahi, is located in Jhok Nodh Singh village in Ferozepur district of Punjab. Ramandeep Singh has affiliations with various terror outfits, including the Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF), Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), and the International Sikh Youth Federation (ISYF).
12-Apr-2024
Punjab Police's State Special Operation Cell on April 12 arrested Prabhpreet Singh, a member of the banned Khalistani terror outfit Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF), at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport in New Delhi. Prabhpreet Singh was found to be running a terrorist recruitment and funding network from Germany. Further investigations unveiled that Prabhpreet Singh, in collaboration with his associate Jagdish Singh Bhura based in Belgium, facilitated funding and weapon procurement for associates in India, resulting in the arrest of four operatives and the seizure of weapons and ammunition.
12-Apr-2024
At a media briefing in New Delhi on April 12, Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal welcomed the Taliban regime's decision to restore property rights to Afghan Hindus and Sikhs, describing it as a positive development.