Summary
Police in India have arrested an Indian YouTuber, Jyoti Malhotra, on suspicion of spying for Pakistan. She is alleged to have been in contact with a Pakistan High Commission official and traveled to Pakistan multiple times. Her father denies the allegations, stating she had the required permissions for her travels.
Key Facts
- Indian police arrested a YouTuber named Jyoti Malhotra for allegedly spying for Pakistan.
- She allegedly met a Pakistan High Commission official, who was expelled from India in May 2025.
- Jyoti Malhotra creates travel content and has many followers on YouTube and Instagram.
- Police are unsure how she funded her international travels, given her known income sources.
- She reportedly visited several countries and frequently traveled to Pakistan on sponsored trips.
- Authorities are checking for any links between Jyoti and the Pahalgam attack in India.
- Political tensions between India and Pakistan included recent military clashes earlier in May 2025, leading to a ceasefire announcement.
