Eight held from Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh for suspected terror links

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad arrested eight individuals, including two teenagers, for alleged links to the terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed. Authorities claim the group was planning attacks and recruiting members, with evidence including jihadi literature and letters addressed to the group's founder.
Why it matters
The arrests underscore ongoing national security efforts to dismantle extremist networks and prevent domestic terror activities in India.
Eight persons, including two teenagers, have been arrested by the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) for their alleged links to the Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), officials said on Friday (July 3, 2026).
The article reports on official police statements and legal actions taken under established anti-terror laws.
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