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"NIA Takes Over Probe of Highly Radicalised Accused in Kerala Train Arson Case"

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) will take over the investigation into the Kerala train arson case soon, after the Kerala police invoked the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act against accused Shahrukh Saifi. Saifi, who is assessed to be "highly radicalised" and influenced by inflammatory speeches of Islamic evangelist Zakir Naik, planned and executed the act of arson. The NIA will investigate the larger conspiracy, possible handlers and aides, and examine the inter-state linkages.

via Indiatimes.com|

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Kerala train arson accused linked to radical preacher Zakir Naik, says investigation.

The accused in the Kozhikode train arson case, Shahrukh Saifi, is a highly radicalised person who has been constantly watching videos of controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik and others, according to the head of the ongoing Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the incident. The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act was slapped on the accused on Sunday after the SIT was able to collect evidence to substantiate invoking of Section 16 (Punishment for terrorist act) of the Act in cooperation with central agencies and other state agencies.

via Indiatimes.com|

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