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Suspected Pakistani Link: BSF Arrests Man Near Sutlej in Ferozepur

Suspected Pakistani Link: BSF Arrests Man Near Sutlej in Ferozepur

National Times Bureau :- In a major operation along the India-Pakistan border, the Border Security Force (BSF) apprehended a suspicious individual near the Sutlej River in Ferozepur district. Officials suspect the man may have links across the border, potentially involving drug or arms smuggling networks. Operation Near Hazara Village According to sources, BSF received intelligence inputs indicating possible cross-border movement in the area. Acting on the tip-off, troops laid an ambush near Hazara village along the Sutlej. During the surveillance, unusual activity was noticed, leading to the arrest of the suspect. Interrogation Underway The identity of the arrested individual has…
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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Issues Fresh Warning to India Over Indus Waters Treaty Suspension

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Issues Fresh Warning to India Over Indus Waters Treaty Suspension

Islamabad (National Times): Islamabad has once again escalated its rhetoric against New Delhi, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif warning that Pakistan will not allow India to take away “even a single drop” of its share of water under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). Speaking at a ceremony in Islamabad on Tuesday, Sharif said, “I want to send a message to the enemy—if you try to stop our water, remember this: you will never be able to take even one drop from Pakistan.” He further warned that any such attempt would invite a strong response, claiming India would be “taught such…
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India Slams Pakistani Army Chief’s Nuclear Threat Remarks Made in U.S.

India Slams Pakistani Army Chief’s Nuclear Threat Remarks Made in U.S.

New Delhi, August 11, 2025 — The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued a sharp response to comments reportedly made by Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff during his visit to the United States, denouncing them as “nuclear sabre-rattling,” a practice it said is characteristic of Pakistan.In its official statement, the MEA said such remarks showcased “irresponsibility” and reinforced long-standing doubts about Pakistan’s nuclear command and control. It warned that these concerns are heightened in a country “where the military is hand-in-glove with terrorist groups.” The ministry also voiced regret that the Pakistani Army Chief chose to make these statements…
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Fresh Strains Push India-Pakistan Relations to the Edge: Is Another Conflict Imminent?

Fresh Strains Push India-Pakistan Relations to the Edge: Is Another Conflict Imminent?

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The fragile peace between India and Pakistan is once again under intense strain, with recent events sparking fears that the neighbours could be inching toward another confrontation. The tension stems from a chain of incidents that began with the Pahalgam massacre on April 22, 2025, an attack that left 26 civilians dead and shook the nation’s conscience. According to officials, terrorists clad in Indian Army uniforms infiltrated Baisaran Valley and opened fire indiscriminately on holidaying couples and tourists. The calculated nature of the assault, targeting mostly married men, underscored its brutality and left dozens of families…
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India, Pakistan To Stage Simultaneous Naval Drills in Arabian Sea Amid Strained Ties

India, Pakistan To Stage Simultaneous Naval Drills in Arabian Sea Amid Strained Ties

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Amid lingering tensions, the navies of India and Pakistan will launch separate war exercises in the Arabian Sea from Monday, running for several days. Both countries have issued Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) for designated maritime zones, though specifics about the vessels involved remain under wraps. Defence officials told ANI that the Indian Navy’s exercises will take place on August 11–12, marking the first major show of strength since Operation Sindoor in May, when Indian forces struck nine terror hubs in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, killing over 100 militants. Despite a ceasefire signed on May 10, relations have stayed…
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Army Chief Slams Pakistan’s ‘Victory’ Spin on Operation Sindoor, Calls It a Strategic Checkmate

Army Chief Slams Pakistan’s ‘Victory’ Spin on Operation Sindoor, Calls It a Strategic Checkmate

Chennai (National Times): Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi has aimed at Pakistan’s attempt to paint itself as the winner of Operation Sindoor, describing the mission as a high-stakes chess game in which India ultimately delivered a decisive checkmate. Speaking at IIT Madras, he said the operation showcased India’s ability to fight in the “grey zone”, just short of conventional warfare, while keeping the adversary constantly guessing. “In Operation Sindoor, we were making moves; they were making moves. You never knew what the enemy’s next step would be, and they didn’t know ours. Somewhere, we gave them the checkmate,…
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Jaishankar Denies Foreign Mediation in Operation Sindoor Ceasefire, Blames Pakistan for Pahalgam Attack

Jaishankar Denies Foreign Mediation in Operation Sindoor Ceasefire, Blames Pakistan for Pahalgam Attack

New Delhi, July 30, 2025 — External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday firmly rejected any claims of foreign intervention in the ceasefire during Operation Sindoor, clarifying that the halting of military operations against Pakistan was not influenced by trade negotiations or international pressure. His statement came during a special discussion on the Operation in the Rajya Sabha, where he categorically stated that no communication occurred between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump from April 22 to June 16.Jaishankar dismissed opposition claims that the ceasefire was influenced by U.S. mediation and trade leverage. He stressed that India’s…
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Operation Sindoor: Satellite Imagery Suggests Indian Missile Strike on Pakistan’s Nuclear Site at Kirana Hills

Operation Sindoor: Satellite Imagery Suggests Indian Missile Strike on Pakistan’s Nuclear Site at Kirana Hills

New Delhi/Islamabad (National Times): New satellite imagery has surfaced, appearing to confirm a missile strike by India on Pakistan’s sensitive Kirana Hills region, home to key elements of its nuclear infrastructure. The development marks a significant turn in the narrative around Operation Sindoor, the covert Indian military campaign carried out in May 2025. The imagery, captured by Google Earth in June 2025 and analyzed by noted geo-intelligence expert Damien Symon, reveals what appears to be a missile impact point in the Sargodha district of Pakistan’s Punjab province — specifically, in the Kirana Hills, long linked to the country’s nuclear program.…
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India-Pakistan Match at World Championship of Legends Cancelled Following Player Withdrawals

India-Pakistan Match at World Championship of Legends Cancelled Following Player Withdrawals

Birmingham (National Times): The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan fixture at the World Championship of Legends (WCL) has been officially cancelled after several Indian players opted out of the game, citing geopolitical concerns. The WCL organisers issued a public apology for disappointing fans and unintentionally hurting sentiments. In an official statement, the WCL explained that the India-Pakistan match was scheduled with the intention of recreating joyful moments for cricket lovers, inspired by a recent friendly volleyball match between the two nations. However, the tournament acknowledged that this move unintentionally caused discomfort among the Indian cricket legends and their supporters. “As…
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Donald Trump Revives Controversy With Claim of “Five Jets Shot Down” in India-Pakistan Conflict

Donald Trump Revives Controversy With Claim of “Five Jets Shot Down” in India-Pakistan Conflict

Washington/New Delhi (National Times): US President Donald Trump has stirred fresh controversy with a dramatic claim that "five jets were shot down" during the recent India-Pakistan military standoff that followed the April 22 terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. The comment, made during a private dinner with Republican lawmakers at the White House on Friday, lacked clarity on which country's aircraft were allegedly downed. “In fact, planes were being shot out of the air. Five — five, four or five — but I think five jets were shot down actually,” Trump said, while referencing the escalation between the two…
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