Overview
- DNA evidence identified Dr Umar Un Nabi as the driver of the explosive-laden Hyundai i20, and his Pulwama residence was razed in a controlled operation.
- The NIA sought Al-Falah University records dating back to 2019 as investigators scrutinize hiring, hostel logs and finances, with the ED opening a parallel financial audit.
- Accreditation and oversight actions expanded, with NAAC issuing a show-cause over false claims and the Association of Indian Universities suspending Al-Falah’s membership.
- At least five more people were detained, including two doctors in Uttar Pradesh and Al-Falah staffers, as multi-state raids and interrogations continued across J&K, Haryana and the NCR.
- Investigators reported roughly 2,900 kg of explosive materials recovered from premises linked to suspects, traced purchases to Haryana’s Nuh district, and seized multiple vehicles including a red Ford EcoSport, a Maruti Swift Dzire and a silver Maruti Brezza.