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Tensions with India threaten Pak's access to external financing: Moody's

Moody's warns that rising India-Pakistan tensions could derail Pakistan's fragile economic recovery and external funding, while India is expected to face limited economic impact

Neemrana hotel attack: NIA raids multiple locations in Arsh Dalla case

According to NIA, the two attackers were subsequently identified as members of the Bambiah gang, having connections with Dalla's terrorist-gangster network

Putin dials PM Modi, says Pahalgam attack culprits must face justice

Russian President Vladimir Putin conveyed his condolences to the families of the Pahalgam terror attack victims and extended full support to India in its fight against terrorism

Putin accepts PM Modi's invitation for annual high-level India visit

The leaders emphasised the need for an uncompromising fight against terrorism in any of its manifestations

Pakistan tests surface-to-surface missiles amid rising tensions with India

On May 3, Islamabad conducted a training launch of the Abdali weapon system, a surface-to-surface missile with a range of 450 kms

Rajnath holds talks with Japanese counterpart, thanks him for defence ties

Defence Minister praised Nakatani for his efforts to deepen defence cooperation between the between the the two countries

Defence ministry orders hit ₹2.1 trn in FY25, 92% awarded to local firms

India's defence sector received record orders as FY25 ends, with domestic firms securing 92 per cent of contracts; FY26 outlook brightens with reforms and exports push

Defence secy meets PM Modi amid Indo-Pak tensions after Pahalgam attack

The meeting comes a day after Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A P Singh met Prime Minister Modi and is understood to have discussed the security situation

Centre starts work on hydro projects after suspending treaty with Pakistan

Last month, New Delhi suspended the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty between the nuclear-armed rivals that ensures supply to 80 per cent of Pakistani farms after Pahalgam attack

Security forces bust terror hideout in Poonch, recover 5 IEDs, radio sets

Poonch police released photos from the hideout, showing multiple radio sets and five IEDs that were recovered

Pakistani troops violate ceasefire for 11th night, Indian Army retaliates

Pakistani troops opened unprovoked fire across multiple Jammu and Kashmir sectors including Kupwara, Poonch, and Akhnoor as ceasefire violations persist amid rising cross-border tensions

Amid India-Pak tension, 30-minute blackout drill held at Ferozepur Cantt

All lights were turned off in the area after a siren went off at 9 pm

Pakistani singer Abida Parveen's Instagram account blocked in India

India had earlier announced a ban on 16 Pakistani YouTube channels for spreading provocative and communally sensitive content and misinformation against India

Piyush Goyal meets Belgian Defence Minister, Minister-President of Flanders

According to a Ministry of Commerce and Industry release, this engagement follows HRH Princess Astrid of Belgium's March 2025 visit to India

Pahalgam terrorist attack: 'Non-kinetic' arrows in quiver to counter Pak

Experts suggest diplomatic manoeuvres to put Pakistan back in FATF 'grey list', regulate information on hydrological data to the lower riparian and convincing friends like Saudi, UAE to block aid

India watches the ripples as Pak, Bangladesh reconnect amid shifts

Islamabad-Dhaka overtures have sparked measured interest in New Delhi, as historical grievances, shifting alliances, and China's influence reshape the regional dynamics, reports Subhayan Chakraborty

Pahalgam attack: Russian foreign minister asks India, Pak to show restraint

India, among other punitive actions, announced the suspension of the 1960 Indus accord, which governs water sharing between the two countries

Parameswaran Iyer to represent India at IMF vote on fresh tranche to Pak

Subramanian's sudden exit from the IMF has raised questions in policy circles

Hope there will be no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine: Putin

In a preview of an upcoming interview with Russian state television, published on Telegram, Putin said Russia has the strength and the means to bring the conflict in Ukraine to a logical conclusion

Pakistan to brief UN Security Council on latest regional developments

Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar directed Pakistan's UN Permanent Representative, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar, to take immediate steps to convene a meeting of the Security Council, the statement said