indus.express
30/08/2026

Delhi Couple Arrested for Alleged Espionage Links with Pakistan

Updated 22 hours ago: The couple's names were updated to Md. Sahil and his wife Sameera, details about their recruitment via social media in 2024 were added, the nature of their support was specified as logistical, the investigation's origin was linked to an ISI-backed network, and additional personal information about their education and employment status was included.

Delhi Police Special Cell arrested 25-year-old Md. Sahil and his 21-year-old wife, Sameera, for allegedly aiding a Pakistan-based espionage network. The couple reportedly procured eight Indian SIM cards and provided logistical support to Pakistani handlers. They were allegedly recruited via social media in 2024 and received ₹30,000 for the SIM cards, which were used to gather information in India. The investigation began after identifying an ISI-backed network in Delhi-NCR. Forensic analysis of their mobile phones revealed incriminating conversations with Pakistani agents. Sahil, who has a BA degree, and Sameera, who completed her Class 12, were both unemployed at the time of their arrest.

Published 1 day ago • 28 Aug 2026, 10:34 AM IST

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