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23 Apr

India Shuts Attari Border After Pahalgam Terror Attack Kills 26 Tourists

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National Times Bureau, April 23, 2025: In response to the brutal terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where 26 tourists were killed and 17 injured, the Indian government has closed the Attari-Wagah border with Pakistan. This decisive step is part of a broader security and diplomatic push following the incident, which was claimed by the militant group “Kashmir Resistance.” The closure, which is indefinite, immediately halts all cross-border movement between India and Pakistan. However, Pakistani nationals who are currently in India with valid travel documents have been given a grace period to return to Pakistan via the Attari-Wagah route…

23 Apr

India Cracks Down on Pakistan After Pahalgam Attack: Indus Waters Treaty Suspended, Visas Canceled

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New Delhi, April 23, 2025 — In a swift and forceful response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 28 civilians, India has announced a series of high-impact measures against Pakistan, marking a sharp escalation in bilateral tensions. Following a Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri outlined decisions designed to isolate Pakistan and retaliate against cross-border terrorism.Effective immediately, India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960, a foundational water-sharing agreement. This suspension, long discussed in strategic circles, is being justified by India's position that “blood and water cannot flow…

23 Apr

“Bharat Will Not Bend to Terror”: Amit Shah Visits Pahalgam, Pays Tribute to Victims

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Pahalgam, April 23, 2025 — A day after the brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam claimed 26 civilian lives, Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited the site to pay respects, meet victims’ families, and take stock of the situation. Calling the act "dastardly", Shah vowed strict action and assured that "Bharat will not bend to terror."Accompanied by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Shah traveled to the Baisaran meadow, where the attack took place. He was briefed by senior officials and security personnel on the ongoing investigation and the large-scale search operation to track down…

23 Apr

He Died Protecting a Tourist: Brave Ponywallah Shah’s Final Stand in Pahalgam

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Pahalgam, April 23, 2025 — In an act of incredible courage and humanity, 25-year-old Syed Adil Hussain Shah, a pony handler from Pahalgam, lost his life trying to protect a tourist during Tuesday’s terrorist attack in the popular Kashmir valley resort town.Shah, who regularly escorted tourists on horseback from the parking area to Baisaran meadow, was caught in the crossfire when gunmen suddenly opened fire. As panic spread and people tried to flee, Shah attempted the unthinkable—he confronted one of the attackers and tried to snatch the rifle from him. According to eyewitnesses and security officials, he did this while…

23 Apr

India and Saudi Arabia Seal Key Deals as PM Modi Cuts Short Visit After Terror Attack

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New Delhi, April 23, 2025 — India and Saudi Arabia signed a series of significant Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to deepen cooperation across various sectors, even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi cut short his visit following the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.The agreements were inked during the second meeting of the India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council (SPC), co-chaired by PM Modi and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah on Tuesday. The leaders discussed regional and global challenges and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.Among the signed MoUs was a key agreement between the Indian Department of…

23 Apr

‘We Have Nothing to Do With It’: Pakistan Distances Itself From Pahalgam Terror Attack

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Islamabad, April 23, 2025 — A day after the horrifying terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam left 26 people dead, Pakistan issued its first official response, claiming it had “nothing to do with it.” Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif dismissed any involvement, calling the massacre a “home-grown act” and reaffirming Pakistan’s rejection of terrorism “in all its forms.”The attack occurred on April 22 near the Baisaran meadow, a popular tourist destination in Pahalgam. Among the victims were 25 Indian nationals and one Nepalese tourist, while 17 others sustained injuries. The tragedy is being described as the worst civilian terror…

23 Apr

Kashmir Shuts Down in Unified Protest Over Pahalgam Terror Attack, Locals Call It a ‘Murder of Humanity’

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Srinagar, April 23, 2025: A complete shutdown was observed across the Kashmir Valley on Wednesday following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that left the region in shock and mourning. Political parties, traders' unions, and local communities united in a show of solidarity with the victims’ families and condemned the incident, which has been described by many as a "murder of humanity."Bashir Ahmad Kongposh, General Secretary of the Kashmir Traders and Manufacturers Association, emphasized that the shutdown was not just a symbolic gesture but a loud protest against the violence. “Following the heart-wrenching incident that happened yesterday, the Kashmir traders and…

23 Apr

Pahalgam Terror Attack Confirms Intelligence Fears of ‘Hot Summer’ in Jammu and Kashmir

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New Delhi/Srinagar (National Times): The recent terror attack in Pahalgam, which left 28 civilians dead, has validated intelligence agencies' early warnings of an escalated security threat in Jammu and Kashmir this summer. The attack, carried out in the lush Baisaran meadows of Pahalgam on Tuesday, is being seen as a grim manifestation of the forecasted “hot summer” in the region. As early as March 10, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan convened a high-level security meeting in Jammu, followed by another review chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Srinagar on April 6. Both sessions focused on intelligence inputs that…

23 Apr

Two Terrorists Killed in Baramulla, Infiltration Bid Foiled: Indian Army

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Baramulla (National Times): Security forces successfully foiled an infiltration attempt in the Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, killing two terrorists during a fierce gunfight, according to the Indian Army. The encounter took place during an ongoing counter-infiltration operation, which saw a heavy exchange of fire between the terrorists and security personnel. Officials confirmed that two infiltrators were neutralized during the operation. A significant cache of arms, ammunition, and other war-like materials was recovered from the slain terrorists. The operation is still underway, and further details are awaited. The Army continues to maintain high alert along the Line…

23 Apr

Pahalgam Massacre Prompts High-Level Briefing for PM Modi at Delhi Airport

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Pahalgam (National Times): Following the brutal terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam region, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was briefed by NSA Ajit Doval and EAM S. Jaishankar shortly after landing in Delhi on Wednesday morning. The urgent meeting at the airport reflected the gravity of the situation, as the country reels from the loss of 27 innocent lives, including two foreign tourists. The assault, which took place in the Baisaran meadows, a popular trekking destination, marks one of the most significant attacks on civilians in the Valley in years. Reports indicate that heavily armed terrorists emerged from forested areas…