# ISI espionage module investigation in Delhi

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/isi-espionage-module-investigation-in-delhi
> Updated: 2026-08-28T02:49:46.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

Delhi Police dismantled an alleged espionage module linked to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in the Delhi-NCR region. Authorities arrested a couple, Mohammad Sahil and Sameera, for allegedly providing logistical support to Pakistani intelligence operatives.

Investigators report the couple had been in contact with Pakistani agents via social media, specifically Instagram, since 2024. The module reportedly involved procuring Indian SIM cards and sending them to Pakistan through Dubai to activate WhatsApp accounts, which allowed operatives to join Indian groups and gather sensitive information. Between 2024 and 2025, the duo allegedly sent eight SIM cards to Pakistan for approximately Rs 30,000.

Additionally, police claim Sahil was tasked with recruiting individuals to conduct reconnaissance of various Indian cantonment areas and gathering information on Indian Armed Forces personnel facing court-martial proceedings. Following the arrests, police seized mobile phones from the suspects; forensic analysis of these devices reportedly contains “incriminating communications with Pakistani handlers.” The investigation remains ongoing to identify further links within the network.

## Claims

- Mohammad Sahil and his wife Sameera have been in contact with Pakistani intelligence officers since 2024. (corroborated by 13 sources)
- The Indian SIM cards were used to activate WhatsApp accounts in Pakistan to infiltrate Indian WhatsApp groups. (corroborated by 13 sources)
- Mohammad Sahil was tasked with conducting reconnaissance of cantonment areas in India. (corroborated by 13 sources)
- The couple allegedly sent eight Indian SIM cards to Pakistan via Dubai in exchange for approximately 30,000 rupees. (corroborated by 12 sources)
- The Delhi Police Special Cell arrested Mohammad Sahil and his wife Sameera for alleged involvement in an ISI-linked espionage network. (corroborated by 12 sources)
- The Delhi Police Special Cell busted an alleged ISI-backed espionage module. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The couple allegedly sent eight Indian SIM cards to Pakistan via Dubai between 2024 and 2025. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The accused allegedly received approximately Rs 30,000 for their involvement. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The network sought information regarding army personnel facing pending court-martial proceedings. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The suspects initially established contact with a Pakistani agent through Instagram. (corroborated by 4 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Delhi Police arrest couple for alleged ISI-linked espionage

Delhi Police arrested a couple, Mohammad Sahil and Sameera, for allegedly working with Pakistan's ISI to conduct espionage, send Indian SIM cards to Pakistan, and perform military reconnaissance.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-police-arrest-couple-for-allegedly-aiding-isi-espionage-module

### 2026-08-19: Delhi Police arrest two women for dating app fraud

Delhi Police arrested two women for allegedly using a fake dating app profile to lure a senior citizen, stealing his phone, and defrauding him of ₹1.30 lakh through unauthorized UPI transactions.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-police-arrest-two-women-for-dating-app-fraud

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