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16 May

India, Pakistan Extend Ceasefire Until May 18, DGMOs to Hold Fresh Talks

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New Delhi, May 16, 2025: India and Pakistan have extended their ceasefire agreement along the Line of Control (LoC) until May 18, amid recent escalations that raised fears of conflict. The decision comes following backchannel communication between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both nations, who are expected to hold another round of talks soon to review the ground situation and discuss further de-escalation steps.The extension follows a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22, which killed 26 civilians and triggered days of military exchanges including drones and missiles. Tensions along the LoC had risen sharply, prompting…

16 May

India Links Indus Treaty Talks to End of Terror Flow from Pakistan

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New Delhi, May 16, 2025: India has rejected Pakistan’s latest appeal to resume talks on the Indus Waters Treaty, stating bluntly that dialogue can resume only after Pakistan dismantles terror networks operating from its soil. The response comes in the wake of the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which left 26 dead. India blamed the Resistance Front, a proxy of Lashkar-e-Taiba based in Pakistan, for the attack.External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar made it clear that the treaty will remain suspended unless Pakistan acts credibly and irreversibly against cross-border terrorism. This firm stance follows rising tensions and…

15 May

Indian Forces Eliminate Three Militants in Tral’s Nader Region Under Ongoing Counterterror Ops

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Tral, Jammu and Kashmir (National Times): In a decisive pre-dawn encounter on Thursday, Indian security forces gunned down three terrorists in Tral’s Nader locality as part of Operation Nader, reinforcing India’s renewed push against terrorism in the Kashmir Valley. According to defense officials, the operation was launched based on specific intelligence inputs, with personnel from the Army, CRPF, and Jammu and Kashmir Police moving in to seal off suspected hideouts in the area. Troops observed unusual movement, and upon confronting the suspects, they came under heavy fire, triggering a fierce gunbattle. The Chinar Corps confirmed the outcome via a post…

15 May

Gold Price in India Tumbles Amid Shift in Geopolitical Tensions

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New Delhi (National Times): The gold market saw a notable downturn on Thursday, falling to levels not seen in over five weeks. The pullback reflects a broader trend away from safe-haven assets as geopolitical tensions cool and investor focus pivots to risk-on strategies. Spot gold fell by nearly 0.8%, trading at $3,153.09 per ounce, while futures in the U.S. slipped 1% to $3,156.90. The price action confirms what many traders feared—a decisive breach below the psychological $3,200 level, which could open the door to further downside. “Once gold dropped below $3,200, it invalidated the near-term bullish setup,” noted a commodity…

15 May

Political Tensions Hit Tourism: Turkey and Azerbaijan Face Backlash from Indian Travellers

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New Delhi (National Times): The ongoing diplomatic fallout from the India-Pakistan conflict has spilled into the tourism industry, with Indian travelers cancelling trips to Turkey and Azerbaijan en masse after both nations expressed support for Islamabad. Top Indian travel companies are witnessing a wave of cancellations and reduced interest in these popular holiday destinations. "Since last week, there has been a 60% drop in new bookings and a 250% increase in trip cancellations for Turkey and Azerbaijan," confirmed a spokesperson from MakeMyTrip. EaseMyTrip, another major travel player, reported that Turkey has seen a 22% rise in cancellations, while Azerbaijan's figure…

14 May

Operation Keller: Three Terrorists, Including LeT/TRF Commander, Killed in Shopian; Large Cache of Arms Recovered

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Shopian, Jammu & Kashmir (National Times): In a significant counter-terrorism success, security forces neutralised three terrorists, including a local commander of Lashkar-e-Taiba/The Resistance Front (LeT/TRF), during Operation Keller in the Keller Forest area of Shopian district on May 13. The joint operation was carried out by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) following credible intelligence about terrorist presence in the area. High-Intensity Encounter and Major Recovery The operation resulted in a fierce gunfight, culminating in the elimination of three heavily armed terrorists who were reportedly involved in multiple recent attacks across south…

14 May

MP High Court Orders FIR Against BJP Minister Over Remarks Against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi

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Bhopal (National Times): In a significant legal development, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has ordered the registration of an FIR against BJP leader and State Cabinet Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah over his controversial and communal remarks targeting Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, a key officer involved in Operation Sindoor. Taking suo motu cognizance, the Division Bench of the High Court issued the directive after video clips of Shah’s speech at a public gathering in Ramkunda village went viral on social media, triggering widespread outrage. In his speech, Shah allegedly made derogatory and inflammatory remarks questioning Col. Qureshi’s background and loyalty. Communal Undertones…

14 May

Chinese State Media Outlet ‘Global Times’ Withheld in India Amid Rising Tensions Over Misinformation

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New Delhi (National Time): In a notable move reflecting growing concerns over misinformation and propaganda, the official account of China’s state-run media outlet, Global Times, has been withheld in India. The action, observed on Wednesday, was carried out in response to a legal demand from Indian authorities. When users in India attempt to access the Global Times account on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), a message now reads: “@globaltimesnews has been withheld in IN in response to a legal demand.” The development comes shortly after X disclosed on May 8 that it had received executive orders from the Indian…

14 May

“Arunachal Is, Was, and Will Be India”: Delhi Blasts China’s Latest Naming Game

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New Delhi (National Times): In a firm and unequivocal message to Beijing, India has dismissed China’s latest attempt to rename several locations in Arunachal Pradesh, calling it a “senseless and futile exercise.” The Ministry of External Affairs declared on Wednesday that such actions will never alter the ground reality. Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the MEA, said: "We categorically reject these attempts. Creative naming will not change the fact that Arunachal Pradesh is, and will always remain, an integral and inalienable part of India." The statement follows China’s issuance of a new list of “standardised” names for locations inside Arunachal Pradesh…

13 May

India Rejects Trump’s Claim of Mediating Ceasefire with Pakistan Over Trade Concessions

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New Delhi, May 13, 2025– India has categorically rejected former U.S. President Donald Trump's claim that he mediated a ceasefire between India and Pakistan by offering trade concessions. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday clarified that while discussions between Indian and U.S. officials took place during a tense period in early May, trade was not discussed.Responding to Trump’s assertion that increased trade promises influenced both South Asian nations to agree to a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated, “The issue of trade did not come up in any of the discussions.” He emphasized that the only exchanges…