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US stands with India, urges perpetrators be brought to justice: State dept

The United States has said it stands with India and strongly condemns all acts of terrorism, calling for perpetrators of the heinous Pahalgam terror attack to be brought to justice. As President (Donald) Trump and Secretary (Marco) Rubio have made clear, the United States stands with India, strongly condemns all acts of terrorism," State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce said Thursday. "We pray for the lives of those lost and for the recovery of the injured and call for the perpetrators of this heinous act to be brought to justice, Bruce added. Twenty-six civilians were killed on Tuesday when terrorists opened fire at them near Kashmir's Pahalgam town. Most of those killed were tourists. Responding to a question on whether the US sees Pakistan as potentially being behind the attack and if Washington is playing any role in trying to de-escalate tensions between the nations, Bruce said the issue was highlighted due to the severity of the situation but added that no further comment

What makes the latest India-Pak standoff more dangerous than the past?

While civilians, including Hindu pilgrims, have been targets before, in recent years the most deadly militant raids in Kashmir have been on the army or the police

Clear message on Pahalgam terror attack: All options on the table

Given that the attack had cross-border linkages and that it is well known that Pakistan nurtures and finances terrorist groups, the government on Wednesday took several measures

Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance may hurt Pakistan's food security

The treaty that was signed between India and Pakistan in 1960, brokered by the World Bank

India, Pak trade miniscule; now will come to complete halt: Exporters

With Pakistan suspending all trade ties with India, including that routes through third countries, the two-way commerce will now come to a complete halt, apex exporters' body FIEO said on Thursday. Following the terror attack in Pahalgam on Tuesday, which killed 26 people, mostly tourists, India took a series of measures including immediate shutting down of the Attari land-transit post, used for movement of certain kinds of goods. Besides, India has announced expulsion of Pakistani military attaches, and suspension of the Indus Water Treaty of 1960. In retaliation, Pakistan announced suspension of 'all trade' with India, including that routes through third countries. Commenting on the decision of the neighbouring country, Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) President S C Ralhan said India's bilateral trade with Pakistan is miniscule and is just 0.06 per cent of India's total trade. "We have minuscule trade with Pakistan, which is constantly declining. During April-Jan

Pakistan suspends Simla Agreement to counter India's Indus water move

Pakistan has announced a series of retaliatory measures agaisnt India including closing of Wagah border, visa suspension

After India sets deadline, Pakistanis return through Attari-Wagah route

Several Pakistani nationals visiting India started returning home through the Attari-Wagah land route in Amritsar on Thursday, a day after the Centre set a 48-hour deadline for them to leave the country. The Centre on Wednesday announced a raft of measures, including expulsion of Pakistani military attaches, suspension of the Indus Water Treaty of 1960 and immediate shutting down of the Attari land-transit post in view of the cross-border links to the horrific terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam that killed 26 civilians on Tuesday. According to Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC visa exemption scheme (SVES) and any Pakistani national currently in India under the SVES visa scheme had 48 hours to leave the country. The decisions were taken by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which announced that the integrated check-post (ICP) at Attari will be closed with immediat

'Cowardly' Pahalgam attack by Pakistan a direct assault on republic: CWC

The Congress on Thursday said the "cowardly" Pahalgam attack has been masterminded by Pakistan and is a direct assault on the "values of our republic", even as it accused the BJP of exploiting the tragedy to promote discord and polarisation at a time when unity is most needed. The Congress Working Committee (CWC), the highest decision-making body of the party, adopted a resolution expressing its deepest shock and condemnation of the heinous terrorist attack, which claimed the lives of 26 innocent tourists and left more than 20 others grievously injured. "The Congress Working Committee extends its deepest condolences to the bereaved families. It stands with them wholeheartedly in this moment of profound anguish. "This cowardly and calculated act of terror, masterminded by Pakistan, is a direct assault on the values of our republic. The deliberate targeting of Hindus was done to inflame passions across the country," the party's resolution said. "We appeal for calm in the face of this

Pahalgam terror attack: Protest held near Pakistan High Commission in Delhi

More than 500 people staged a protest near the Pakistan High Commission here against the Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed. Holding placards and raising slogans against Pakistan, the protesters demanded decisive action against the neighbouring country, accusing it of supporting terror activities in India. The BJP, along with various social organisations like the Anti-Terror Action Forum, also participated in the protest. "Earlier, the government carried out a surgical strike. We demand similar action again to eradicate terrorism. This was a shameful attack on innocent tourists," a member of the Anti-Terror Action Forum told PTI Videos. "We trust the government has already made a plan," he added. Meanwhile, the Delhi Police had beefed up security outside the high commission after several organisations called for a protest. Barricades were put up around 500 metres from the high commission, and the protesters were stopped there, a Delhi Police .

After India's diplomatic steps, Pakistan to test missile near Karachi coast

Pakistan issues maritime alert for surface-to-surface missile test off Karachi coast, a day after India launched diplomatic countermeasures over Pahalgam terror attack

Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance after Pahalgam attack: What does this mean?

What is the Indus Waters Treaty, why was it suspended, and what does this mean for India and Pakistan? Explained

Pakistan's top leadership to decide response after Pahalgam attack

Pakistan on Thursday is holding a high powered security huddle to formulate an appropriate response to India's move to suspend the Indus Water Treaty and downgrade diplomatic ties. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has summoned the National Security Committee meeting to discuss in detail India's irresponsible actions after what Pakistan called Pahalgam false flag operation. Three services chiefs and important key ministers will attend the meeting, reported Radio Pakistan. India on Wednesday suspended the Indus Water Treaty of 1960 and announced downgrading diplomatic ties with Pakistan, including expulsion of its military attaches, in view of the cross-border links to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people on Tuesday. The National Security Committee will deliberate upon internal and external situations and will review response to India's hastily taken, impulsive and impractical water measures, Radio Pakistan added. Dawn reported that deputy prime minister Ishaq Dar, while ..

Pahalgam terrorist attacks: Fresh tumult for India-Pakistan trade

Total merchandise trade between the two nations ranged between $1.8 billion and $2.5 billion during FY09 and FY10

ICJ verdict ignored? Why Kulbhushan Jadhav still can't appeal in Pakistan

Kulbhushan Jadhav, an Indian national in a Pakistani jail on espionage charges, was denied the right to appeal despite a 2019 ICJ ruling, which only focused on consular access, not his appeal rights

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari re-elected as PPP chairman for another four years

The elections were conducted according to the PPP's constitution and finalised key leadership positions for the next four years.

Siachen Day: Indian Army honours bravehearts of world's highest battlefield

The day marks the historic launch of Operation Meghdoot in 1984, when the Indian Army established full control over the Siachen Glacier

Army JCO killed in encounter along LoC in Jammu, infiltration bid foiled

A Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) of the Army was killed in an encounter with terrorists along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Akhnoor sector here, but their infiltration bid was thwarted, officials said on Saturday. They said alert army troops picked up the movement of a group of heavily armed terrorists near a stream in a forward forest setting in the Keri Bhattal area late Friday night, and challenged them, leading to a fierce gun fight which continued for quite some time A JCO was injured in the encounter and later succumbed to injuries, the officials said, adding the whole area has been cordoned off with deployment of reinforcements and a search operation was underway when last reports were received. In the same area on February 11, two Army personnel, including a captain, were killed and another was injured when terrorists set off an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). The latest incident comes two days after the India and Pakistan held a brigade commander-level flag meetin

Baisakhi 2025: Thousands of Sikhs gather in Pakistan for New Year fest

Punjab and other northern Indian states celebrate Baisakhi, a major harvest celebration. It often occurs on April 13 or 14 and signifies the beginning of the Sikh New Year

Tahawwur Rana's hanging would be a tight slap to Pakistan: Ex-NSG Commando

Remembering his duty during the rescue operations, Singh narrated that he managed to kill two terrorists and rescued 627 people from the Taj Hotel in Mumbai's Colaba

Pak continues to illegally occupy J&K, which it must vacate: India at UNSC

These remarks were made by India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish during remarks at a UNSC Open Debate on Advancing Adaptability in UN Peace operations