Pak-based Shahzad Bhatti Network declared banned terrorist outfit under UAPA

Government declares Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti Network a terrorist outfit under UAPA for radicalising youth, smuggling arms and narcotics. MHA cites threats to India's security and communal harmony.

MHA issued a notification which also said the SBN's objective is to involve 'gullible youth and local criminals' to smuggle arms, explosives and narcotics from across the border.