On April 23, 2023, two men were arrested in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly working with Pakistani handlers, including operatives from the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) initiated the investigation after receiving intelligence about sleeper cells using social media to radicalize Indian youths. The suspects, Tushar Chauhan (alias Hizbullah Ali Khan) from Meerut and Sameer Khan from Delhi, were found to be in contact with Pakistani gangsters and radical YouTubers, planning to conduct reconnaissance for terrorist attacks. During the arrest, police recovered a pistol, five cartridges, and a knife. Chauhan reportedly confessed to receiving instructions from Pakistani gangster Shahzad Bhatti, who promised him financial rewards for carrying out attacks. The suspects were charged under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Arms Act, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Further interrogation is expected to uncover more about their network.