UP ATS Arrests BDS Student for Running ISIS Online Radicalization Module

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested a 19-year-old Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) student for allegedly operating an online radicalization module and recruiting for ISIS through social media and encrypted platforms.

16 Mar, 17:01 — 17 Mar, 07:20

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Why this matters

This incident highlights the ongoing threat of online radicalization and the efforts of law enforcement agencies to counter it. The involvement of a young student in such activities underscores the vulnerability of youth to extremist ideologies and the need for vigilance.

Key entitiesHaarish Ali Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS)ISIS

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What sources agree on

A 19-year-old BDS student was arrested by the Uttar Pradesh ATS.
The arrest is linked to an alleged ISIS online radicalization module.
The student's name is Haarish Ali (or Harish Ali).

Key claims1 agreed · 2 unverified

Haarish Ali was arrested on March 15.

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The arrested student is 19 years old.

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The student was allegedly radicalizing youth and recruiting for ISIS through social media and encrypted platforms.

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The specific location of the arrest (Moradabad)

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The student's alleged method of operation, including using anonymous IDs and encrypted platforms for radicalization and recruitment

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hinduMostly Factual145d ago

Uttar Pradesh ATS arrests dental student for links with ISIS online module

Haarish Ali, a resident of Saharanpur district, was arrested in Moradabad on March 15 during an ongoing probe into activities of ISIS-linked

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual145d ago

UP ATS arrests ISIS-linked BDS student for running online radicalisation module

Uttar Pradesh ATS arrested a 19-year-old BDS student for allegedly radicalizing youth and recruiting for ISIS through social media and encrypted platforms. The student, Harish Ali, operated anonymous accounts, spread propaganda, and maintained contact with foreign handlers, aiming to establish a Sharia-based Caliphate.

By PATHIKRIT CHAKRABORTY

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ndtvMostly Factual145d ago

19-Year-Old Dental Student Arrested For Links With ISIS Online Module In UP

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a 19-year-old student pursuing dentistry for allegedly having links with an online module of the banned terror outfit ISIS, officials said on Monday.

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Coverage Timeline

First report: Times of India · 16 Mar, 17:01|Full coverage: 4 · 14h|Window: 14h

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Times of India16 Mar, 17:01First to report

UP ATS arrests ISIS-linked BDS student for running online radicalisation module

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indian-express16 Mar, 22:40

UP ATS arrests 19-year-old BDS student over alleged ISIS module link

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ndtv17 Mar, 03:41

19-Year-Old Dental Student Arrested For Links With ISIS Online Module In UP

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hindu17 Mar, 07:20Latest update

Uttar Pradesh ATS arrests dental student for links with ISIS online module

Story evolution

The initial narrative focused on the arrest itself, while later reports began to provide more specific details about the individual and the alleged nature of the online module.

Initial Arrest ReportsMarch 16 evening

Early reports confirm the arrest of a 19-year-old BDS student by UP ATS for alleged ISIS links.

Details EmergeMarch 17 morning

Later reports add details about the student's name, the location of the arrest, and the alleged methods of radicalization.

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UP ATS Arrests BDS Student for Running ISIS Online Radicalization Module

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Uttar Pradesh ATS arrests dental student for links with ISIS online module

UP ATS arrests ISIS-linked BDS student for running online radicalisation module

19-Year-Old Dental Student Arrested For Links With ISIS Online Module In UP

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UP ATS arrests ISIS-linked BDS student for running online radicalisation module

UP ATS arrests 19-year-old BDS student over alleged ISIS module link

19-Year-Old Dental Student Arrested For Links With ISIS Online Module In UP

Uttar Pradesh ATS arrests dental student for links with ISIS online module

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