CBI vs Rahul Gangal and Vivek Raghuvanshi — Defence espionage case

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Arrest22 Aug 2023

CBI arrests Canadian resident of Indian origin in espionage case

The CBI has secured a four-day remand from a special court.

Explanation in simple terms

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested a Canadian citizen of Indian origin in connection with an ongoing espionage case. This individual is accused of being involved in the illegal gathering and sharing of sensitive defense information alongside two other suspects, Rahul Gangal and Vivek Raghuvanshi. Authorities are currently investigating the extent of their activities and how they obtained classified documents. This arrest marks a significant step in the government's effort to uncover a network suspected of leaking national security secrets.

thehindu.com

Arrest22 Aug 2023

CBI arrests Canadian resident in defence espionage case

Canadian national Rahul Gangal was allegedly getting sensitive documents pertaining to the defence and armed forces from arrested journalist Vivek Raghuvanshi.

Explanation in simple terms

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested a Canadian resident in connection with an ongoing espionage case involving sensitive defence information. This individual is accused of being involved in the illegal gathering and sharing of classified documents related to India's defence sector. The arrest marks a significant step in the investigation into Rahul Gangal and Vivek Raghuvanshi, who are also accused of leaking secret information to foreign entities. Authorities are continuing to examine the extent of this security breach.

indiatoday.in

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