Pahalgam attack

Pakistan Closes Airspace to Indian Flights, Forcing Major Reroutes for Air India and IndiGo

Pakistan Closes Airspace to Indian Flights, Forcing Major Reroutes for Air India and IndiGo

National Times Bureau, April 24, 2025: Amid rising tensions following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan has closed its airspace to Indian-owned and operated airlines, disrupting international operations of Air India and IndiGo. The restriction, effective until May 24, was issued after a meeting of Pakistan’s National Security Committee.Both Air India and IndiGo confirmed rerouting of several international flights to the US, UK, Europe, and the Middle East. These changes have led to extended travel times and higher fuel costs. Air India, in particular, stated that its flights to North America are being rerouted over Mumbai and Ahmedabad to avoid…
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BCCI Ends Bilateral Cricket Ties with Pakistan After Pahalgam Terror Attack, Citing National Security

BCCI Ends Bilateral Cricket Ties with Pakistan After Pahalgam Terror Attack, Citing National Security

New Delhi, April 24, 2025 — In a decisive response to the horrific terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of 28 civilians, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has firmly ruled out any bilateral cricket engagements with Pakistan. The board said it stands completely aligned with the Indian government’s stance on cross-border terrorism and national interest.BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla said on Tuesday that the cricket board will strictly follow the government's directions on all matters related to cricket ties with Pakistan. “There will be no bilateral series with Pakistan. We only play in ICC events,…
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India Shuts Attari Border After Pahalgam Terror Attack Kills 26 Tourists

India Shuts Attari Border After Pahalgam Terror Attack Kills 26 Tourists

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…
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