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Defence
Andhra Pradesh Police Detain Two Suspects Over Alleged Defence Leaks to Pakistan Operatives
✍️ India Today
🗓 07 Oct 2026, 04:01 AM
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The Andhra Pradesh police have arrested two individuals suspected of passing defence‑related information to operatives linked to Pakistan, officials said.
The law enforcement agency of Andhra Pradesh announced on Tuesday that it has taken into custody two suspects accused of leaking defence‑related data to operatives associated with Pakistan. According to a statement released by the police, the arrests were made after a thorough investigation that uncovered communications between the accused and foreign handlers.
Investigators said the alleged breach involved sensitive information pertaining to India's defence infrastructure, though specific details have not been disclosed for security reasons. The two detainees are currently being interrogated, and the case has been handed over to the state's anti‑terrorism cell for further action.
Police officials emphasized that any attempt to compromise national security will be dealt with sternly, underscoring the seriousness of espionage activities. The arrests come amid heightened vigilance along the country's borders and ongoing efforts to curb intelligence leaks.
No further comment was provided by the suspects or their legal representatives. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not ruled out the possibility of additional arrests linked to the same network.
Investigators said the alleged breach involved sensitive information pertaining to India's defence infrastructure, though specific details have not been disclosed for security reasons. The two detainees are currently being interrogated, and the case has been handed over to the state's anti‑terrorism cell for further action.
Police officials emphasized that any attempt to compromise national security will be dealt with sternly, underscoring the seriousness of espionage activities. The arrests come amid heightened vigilance along the country's borders and ongoing efforts to curb intelligence leaks.
No further comment was provided by the suspects or their legal representatives. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not ruled out the possibility of additional arrests linked to the same network.