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Pahalgam attack: PM Modi to chair crucial CCS meet today, big decisions likely
New Delhi, April 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is slated to chair two top-level cabinet meetings on Wednesday, one with the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) and another with the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA).
'Pahalgam incident deeply disturbing & tragic': Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan
Islamabad, April 29: Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday termed the Pahalgam terror attack as disturbing & tragic and also condoled the victims and their families.
Guterres calls EAM Jaishankar, Pak PM Sharif; stresses pursuing justice in Pahalgam terror attack
United Nations, April 29: Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stressed the importance of pursuing justice in the Pahalgam terrorist attack while speaking with External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar and Pakistan's Prime Minister Muhammad Shebaz Sharif, his Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said on Tuesday.
Deliver 'crushing blow to terrorism': PM Modi's fiery directive to armed forces post-Pahalgam attack
New Delhi, April 29: In a high-stakes emergency meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made it clear that India will deal a crushing blow to terrorism. PM Modi, addressing the top security brass, affirmed his complete faith in the professional capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces and assured them of full operational freedom to decide the “mode, targets, and timing” of their response to the Pakistan-based terror threat.
PM Modi to chair CCS meet on Wednesday, second after Pahalgam carnage
New Delhi, April 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to preside over the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on Wednesday morning, making it the second such huddle after the gruesome Pahalgam terror attack, which shook the entire nation and countrymen.
War is not solution, wisdom is: UP Minister Sanjay Nishad on Pak's provocations after Pahalgam attack
New Delhi, April 29: Following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives, Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Nishad strongly criticised Pakistan for its provocative rhetoric and called for "wisdom over war."
Rivers of Resolve: Why suspending the Indus Waters Treaty is a strategic imperative after Pahalgam
The recent terrorist ambush on the innocent tourists in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, has again exposed the rot of cross-border terror, brought into sharp focus the question of proportionality and response. Each time blood is spilled on the Indian soil by forces emanating from across the border, the nation mourns, reacts with diplomatic outrage, tightens security, and moves on.
Those supporting Pakistan should go there, says Pawan Kalyan
Amaravati, April 29: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said on Tuesday that those speaking in favour of Pakistan should go to that country.
Pak minister's admission exposes role as 'rogue state fuelling global terrorism': India at UN (Ld)
United Nations, April 29: Pakistan's role as a “rogue state fuelling global terrorism” has been laid bare by the public admission made by its Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, and the world cannot ignore it, India's Deputy Permanent Representative Yojna Patel has said.
UP becomes first State to send back all Pakistani nationals after Visa revocation, under vigilance of CM Yogi
Lucknow, April 28: Uttar Pradesh has become the first state in the country where 100 percent of Pakistani citizens have been sent back with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath himself monitoring the return of Pakistani citizens to their country, Chief Minister's office said in a press release.
India needs strong action to prevent Pahalgam-like attacks in the future: Farooq Abdullah
Jammu, April 28: National Conference President and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah on Monday strongly condemned the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, asserting that India demands decisive action to ensure such attacks never recur.
CM just wanted to convey that Indians are peace lovers: Minister on K'taka CM's no war with Pak quip
Belagavi: , April 28 (IANS) Karnataka Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs, H.K. Patil, on Monday defended Siddaramaiah’s "no war with Pakistan" statement by clarifying that the Chief Minister only intended to convey that Indians are peace loving people.
Naqvi reacts to Tharoor's remarks, says nation united with PM Modi amid tensions with Pak
New Delhi, April 28: Senior BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Monday responded to Congress MP Shashi Tharoor’s remarks regarding Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto’s threatening statement over India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty.
India bans 16 Pak YouTube channels for misleading content on Indian Army, security agencies
New Delhi, April 28: India has banned 16 Pakistani YouTube channels for spreading provocative and communally sensitive content, along with false and misleading narratives targeting India, its Army, and security agencies.
'Not just half an hour, but Pakistan is half a century behind India': Owaisi
Hyderabad, April 27: Slamming Pakistan once again for the terror attack at Pahalgam, All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi on Sunday said that Pakistan is half a century behind India.
Indian merchants snap trade ties with Pakistan, condemn Pahalgam terror attack
New Delhi, April 27: Indian traders have decided to end all trade relations with Pakistan in protest against the Islamabad-sponsored terrorist attack at Kashmir’s Pahalgam, said Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) on Sunday.
It's time to reclaim PoK: Abhishek Banerjee
Kolkata, April 27: Trinamool Congress General Secretary and party Lok Sabha member Abhishek Banerjee, on Sunday, asked the Union government to initiate action in reclaiming Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
K'taka CM takes u-turn, says war should be waged with Pak only when unavoidable
Bengaluru, April 27: Taking a U-turn following the backlash over his remarks against going to war with Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack which claimed 26 lives, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Sunday that war should be waged only when unavoidable.
Rush at Attari border as Pak nationals return amid visa suspension after Pahalgam attack
New Delhi, April 27: Following the deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam that left 26 dead, Pakistani nationals currently residing in India have begun returning to their country through the Attari-Wagah border in Amritsar after the Indian government suspended visa services for them as a strong response to the attack.
'The sovereign will protect his subjects': RSS chief hints about PM Modi's resolve to avenge Pahalgam attack
New Delhi, April 26: Favouring a strong response to the Pahalgam terror attack, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday, in a veiled manner, said non-violence is part of India's ethos but teaching a lesson to a tormentor is also our duty.
India, Pakistan will 'get it figured out,' says Trump on border tensions
Washington, April 26: US President Donald Trump refused to be drawn into India-Pakistan border tensions in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terrorist attack, stating that the two countries will "get it figured out one way or the other."
Amarnath Yatra will be conducted successfully: Piyush Goyal in wake of Pahalgam terror attack
New Delhi, April 26: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Friday assured a smooth Amarnath Yatra, which is set to commence on July 3 this year, despite the Pahalgam terror attack.
Odisha govt begins process for deportation of Pak nationals staying in state
Bhubaneswar, April 25: The Odisha government has reportedly started the process for the deportation of Pakistani nationals staying in the state on Long Term Visa (LTVs).
HM Amit Shah's meeting sends a clear message: Not a drop of water to Pakistan
New Delhi, April 25: A high-level meeting was held on Friday at the residence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. The 45-minute meeting between the Home Minister and Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil focused on exploring ways to halt the flow of water to Pakistan.
US supports India's 'hunt' for those behind 'horrific Islamist terrorist attack' in Pahalgam, says Gabbard
Washington, April 25: Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence (DNI), on Friday said that the United States supports India's "hunt" for the perpetrators of the "horrific Islamist terrorist attack" in Pahalgam that took place earlier this week.
Tehran stands ready to 'forge greater understanding' between India and Pakistan: Iran FM Araghchi
Tehran, April 25: Citing its good relations with both India and Pakistan, Iran on Friday said that it stands ready to "forge greater understanding" between New Delhi and Islamabad following the Pahalgam terror attack, earlier this week.
Did not give any wrong statement: Shaina NC backs RSS chief's remarks on Pahalgam terror attack
Mumbai, April 25: Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Friday came out in strong support of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief, Mohan Bhagwat’s recent remarks on the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), asserting that his statement was not only accurate but resonated with the sentiments of the nation.
Wagah-Attari border closure leaves several families in limbo
Islamabad, April 25: Pakistan and India's decision to shut down the Wagah-Attari border crossing after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack has forced several citizens from both countries to cut short their visit and rush back home.
Attari-Wagah Border sees stream of Pakistani tourists leaving
New Delhi, April 25: Following the horrific terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam area, which resulted in the loss of 26 lives, the Indian government has quickly implemented measures to restrict cross-border activities with Pakistan. As a result, on Friday, many Pakistani tourists were seen leaving through the Attari-Wagah border.
Sensex, Nifty plunge over 1 per cent amid geopolitical tensions
Mumbai, April 25: Indian stock market saw a sharp decline on Friday within hours of opening of trade, as uncertainty over geopolitical tensions continues to spook the investors.
Centre issues notification on holding Indus Water Treaty in abeyance: Sources
New Delhi, April 25: The government has issued an official notification on holding the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance, sources said on Friday.
Indus Waters Treaty will be held in abeyance, India tells Pakistan; points to sustained cross-border terrorism
New Delhi, April 24: A day after India announced a series of measures against Pakistan in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack, a senior official the Ministry of Jal Shakti wrote to his Pakistan counterpart conveying that the Indian government has decided that "the Indus Waters Treaty 1960 will be held in abeyance with immediate effect".
Pak hockey team's Asia Cup visit to India in jeopardy after Pahalgam attack
Mumbai, April 25: Following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives, a visit by the Pakistan men's hockey team to India for the Asia Cup in Rajgir later this year is in doubt in the wake of escalating tension.
Air India, IndiGo reroute international flights after Pakistan shuts airspace for India
New Delhi, April 24: Leading carriers Air India and IndiGo on Thursday announced that their international flights will take an alternative extended route, after Pakistan closed its airspace for India amid rising diplomatic tensions after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir.
India suspends visa services to Pakistani nationals with immediate effect
New Delhi, April 24: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday announced that India has decided to suspend visa services to Pakistani nationals with immediate effect following the decisions taken by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack.
India leverages water resources as strategic tool to tighten noose around 'rogue state' Pakistan
New Delhi, April 24: India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) is not only morally justified in light of continuing cross-border terrorism but also legally defensible due to repeated procedural violations by Pakistan, several experts reckoned on Thursday.
Fawad Khan-starrer 'Abir Gulaal' will not be allowed to release in India: I&B Ministry sources
Mumbai, April 24: Pakistani actor Fawad Khan's film “Abir Gulaal”, which also stars Indian actress Vaani Kapoor will not be allowed to release in India, according to sources from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of India.
Will pursue attackers to ends of the Earth: PM Modi's stern warning on terror
Patna, April 24: In his first address following the barbaric terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday issued a strong and unequivocal message to the perpetrators of the violence, asserting that India will pursue them to the "ends of the Earth" and that terrorism will not go unpunished.
Attari border closed: Tourists postpone plans, locals stand behind PM Modi's decision
Amritsar, April 24: Locals in Amritsar have lauded the decision of the Indian government to shut the Attari Integrated Check Post (ICP), among other diplomatic measures in response to the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir.
Chinese Foreign Ministry condemns attack in Jammu and Kashmir, says China firmly opposes all forms of terrorism
Beijing, April 24: The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun has condemned the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam and expressed opposition to all forms of terrorism.