Indian travel vlogger Jyoti Malhotra has been arrested on charges of espionage, allegedly supplying sensitive information to Pakistani intelligence operatives as part of a network uncovered during Operation Sindoor. Malhotra, known for her YouTube channel “Travel with Jo,” reportedly maintained contact with Pakistani officials, including Ehsan-ur-Rahim, alias Danish, a staff member at the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi. Investigations suggest she undertook multiple sponsored trips to Pakistan, where she met with intelligence officers and documented her experiences in a diary that portrayed Pakistan in a positive light.
Article : The Times of India
Authorities have seized several electronic devices from Malhotra and her associate, Harkirat Singh, for forensic analysis. These devices are being examined for evidence of espionage activities. Additionally, Malhotra’s financial records, including multiple bank accounts with numerous transactions, are under scrutiny.
Article : The Times of India
The arrest has prompted a broader investigation into potential espionage networks involving social media influencers in India. Several YouTube channels are now under the scanner, with authorities examining their content, foreign contacts, and funding sources.
Article : The Times of India
Malhotra’s case underscores growing concerns about the misuse of social media platforms for intelligence gathering and foreign interference. Her next court appearance is scheduled for May 22, as the investigation continues to unfold.
The Times of India
