Archive · 19 May 2025
Multiple Arrests in India for Alleged Espionage Activities
Indian authorities have arrested several individuals suspected of spying for Pakistan.
In Uttar Pradesh, a man named Shahzad was caught for allegedly sharing sensitive information and smuggling goods.
In Punjab, two men, Sukhpreet Singh and Karanbir Singh, were arrested for providing details about military operations and troop movements.
These individuals are accused of working with Pakistan's ISI, sharing classified information that could harm national security.
The police have seized phones and other items as part of the investigations.
The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to counter espionage and protect India's interests.
Shahzad arrested in Uttar Pradesh for alleged ISI links, espionage, and smuggling.
Sukhpreet Singh and Karanbir Singh arrested in Gurdaspur, Punjab, for sharing classified details.
Suspects allegedly shared details related to Operation Sindoor.
Police recovered mobile phones and live cartridges from the suspects.
Investigations are ongoing under relevant laws, including the Official Secrets Act.
- Who
- Shahzad, Sukhpreet Singh, and Karanbir Singh
- What
- Sharing sensitive information with ISI, espionage and smuggling.
- When
- May 18, May 15 (approximate arrest dates)
- Where
- Uttar Pradesh (Rampur) and Punjab (Gurdaspur)
- Why
- To support ISI operations and potentially compromise national security.
- Suspects
- Shahzad, Sukhpreet Singh, Karanbir Singh
- Charges
- Espionage, sharing classified information, smuggling
- Alleged Affiliation
- Pakistan's ISI
- Locations
- Uttar Pradesh, Punjab
- Evidence
- Mobile phones, live cartridges
- Military Operation Involved
- Operation Sindoor
Sources
Who is Shehzad Wahab? UP trader-turned Pak spy under guise of crossborder trade
'Shared info with ISI': UP ATS arrests man for spying for Pak, crossborder smuggling
2 held for spying for Pakistan in Punjab's Gurdaspur
Uttar Pradesh ATS arrests Shahzad for suspected ISI-linked espionage acts