Pahalgam terror attack

India to Host BRICS Parliamentary Forum in 2026; Joint Declaration Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack

India to Host BRICS Parliamentary Forum in 2026; Joint Declaration Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack

Brasilia [Brazil], June 7, 2025 – India has been officially named the host of the next BRICS Parliamentary Forum in 2026, as announced by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at the conclusion of the 11th edition of the forum held in Brasilia. The announcement came alongside a strong joint declaration by member nations, which collectively condemned the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, and endorsed a global zero-tolerance approach to terrorism.In his statement, Birla reaffirmed India's commitment to multilateral cooperation and said, “The agenda will be set for the Summit in India, and India will ensure a successful and…
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Excluded by Congress, Tharoor Accepts Govt’s Offer to Head Operation Sindoor Delegation

Excluded by Congress, Tharoor Accepts Govt’s Offer to Head Operation Sindoor Delegation

New Delhi, May 17, 2025 — In a major diplomatic initiative, the Indian government has announced a seven-member all-party delegation under Operation Sindoor to brief key international allies about India’s firm and calibrated response to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, particularly the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives.Congress MP Shashi Tharoor will lead one of the delegations, a move that has stirred controversy within the Congress party. Tharoor's name did not figure in the original list submitted by Congress, which had recommended leaders like Salman Khurshid, Manish Tewari, Anand Sharma, and Jairam Ramesh. Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh publicly criticized the decision,…
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LIVE | Armed Forces Briefing Media on Operation Sindoor: India’s Focused Strikes Against Terror Camps in Pakistan, PoK

LIVE | Armed Forces Briefing Media on Operation Sindoor: India’s Focused Strikes Against Terror Camps in Pakistan, PoK

New Delhi | May 7, 2025 — A high-level press conference is currently underway in New Delhi, where senior officials from the Indian armed forces are addressing the media on Operation Sindoor, India’s precision military strikes on terrorist infrastructure across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh are jointly briefing reporters. The press conference follows the dramatic overnight strikes that hit nine strategic sites believed to be linked to the orchestration of the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives.“In the early hours today, the Indian armed forces launched…
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Putin Assures Modi of Russia’s Full Support in Combating Terrorism Following Pahalgam Attack

Putin Assures Modi of Russia’s Full Support in Combating Terrorism Following Pahalgam Attack

New Delhi, May 5 — In a strong diplomatic show of solidarity, Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, condemning the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that took the lives of 26 Hindu pilgrims. Expressing heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, Putin assured Russia's full support to India in its fight against terrorism.Calling the assault a “brutal crime,” President Putin stressed the need for swift justice against the attackers and their backers. He reiterated Russia’s resolve to work closely with India to eliminate terrorism in all forms.The two leaders…
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Punjab Assembly Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack, Pays Tribute to Departed Leaders

Punjab Assembly Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack, Pays Tribute to Departed Leaders

Chandigarh (National Times): The Punjab Vidhan Sabha, during a special session held on Monday, paid heartfelt tributes to several notable personalities who recently passed away and strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 people. The House observed a solemn two-minute silence to honour the memory of former MP Master Bhagat Ram Ji, ex-minister Randhir Singh Cheema, and other prominent figures from different walks of life. The MLAs also remembered the civilians who lost their lives in the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan expressed the collective grief of the…
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“Chun Chun Ke Badla Lenge”: Amit Shah Warns Terrorists in Aftermath of Pahalgam Attack

“Chun Chun Ke Badla Lenge”: Amit Shah Warns Terrorists in Aftermath of Pahalgam Attack

New Delhi, May 1, 2025 — Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday issued a stern warning to the perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack, asserting that the Modi government will take “revenge one by one” and will not rest until terrorism is eliminated from Indian soil.Speaking at an event in New Delhi to honour Bodofa Upendranath Brahma, Shah reaffirmed the Centre’s zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism and said, “Terrorists should not think they’ve achieved a big victory. Chun chun ke badla lenge. Har vyakti ko jawab diya jayega.”The Home Minister emphasised that no terrorist would be spared and reiterated the…
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NIA Chief Reviews Pahalgam Terror Attack Probe Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions

NIA Chief Reviews Pahalgam Terror Attack Probe Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions

National Times Bureau: National Investigation Agency (NIA) Director General Sadanand Date visited Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, to assess the ongoing investigation into the April 22 terror attack that claimed 26 lives, including 25 Indian tourists and one Nepali national.  The NIA is employing advanced 3D mapping technology to reconstruct the crime scene at Baisaran meadow, based on eyewitness accounts.   Investigators have recorded statements from survivors and locals present during the attack.  The attack, one of the deadliest in the region since 2008, has been linked to The Resistance Front (TRF), a group believed to be affiliated with Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba.   Indian…
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Owaisi Slams Shahid Afridi Over Pahalgam Attack Remark, Calls for Tougher International Action on Pakistan

Owaisi Slams Shahid Afridi Over Pahalgam Attack Remark, Calls for Tougher International Action on Pakistan

New Delhi, April 29, 2025: All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi has sharply criticised former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi for his comments blaming the Indian Army following the recent Pahalgam terror attack. Speaking to the media, Owaisi called Afridi a "joker" and dismissed his allegations against Indian forces, stating that Pakistan itself must be held accountable for supporting terrorism.Shahid Afridi, during a Pakistani TV show on Samaa TV, had remarked that the terror attack in Pahalgam, which killed 26 civilians and injured several others, exposed the inefficiency of India’s 800,000-strong security forces deployed in Kashmir. "You have an 800,000-strong…
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Pakistan Urges Russia and China to Join Pahalgam Terror Attack Investigation

Pakistan Urges Russia and China to Join Pahalgam Terror Attack Investigation

Islamabad, April 28, 2025 – In a significant diplomatic move, Pakistan has urged Russia and China to participate in an international investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 people dead, including 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen, in Jammu and Kashmir earlier this month.According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, Islamabad maintains that it had no role in the brutal attack. Pakistani officials have dismissed India's allegations of cross-border terrorism, describing them as "baseless" and "politically motivated." In an effort to bolster its claims of innocence, Pakistan formally suggested that neutral parties such as Russia and China be involved…
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China Urges India and Pakistan to Exercise Restraint After Pahalgam Terror Attack

China Urges India and Pakistan to Exercise Restraint After Pahalgam Terror Attack

Beijing, April 28, 2025 — China on called on both India and Pakistan to exercise restraint and avoid escalating tensions following the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The attack, which killed 26 civilians, has significantly strained relations between the two neighboring countries.Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian, addressing a press briefing, said, "We have taken note of relevant reports. Both India and Pakistan are important countries in South Asia. We hope the two sides can exercise restraint, step up dialogue and consultation, and resolve differences peacefully."Lin emphasized that maintaining peace and stability in South Asia serves the…
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