Pahalgam terror attack LIVE: Pakistan's Bilawal Bhutto issues war threat after India halts Indus Waters Treaty

After India decided to halt the Indus Waters Treaty, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari issued a war threat. He said, "Is dariya se ya unka khoon bahega ya hamara paani' (Either their blood will flow or water will flow from our Sidhu river). He has also said that Indus River belongs to the people of Pakistan and any attempt to usurp Pakistan's right to water will be met with a befitting response. "Sindhu [Indus River] is ours and it will remain ours," the PPP chief said while addressing a rally in Sukkur.

Iran has expressed support for India, saying that it is willing to aid in restoring relations between India and Pakistan. 

Iran's foreign minister, Seyed Abbas Aragchi, said, "Tehran stands ready to use its good offices in Islamabad and New Delhi to forge greater understanding at this difficult time, in line with the spirit taught by Persian poet Saadi."

The combing operation is underway to capture three escaped terrorists, with security forces reinforcing the multi-layered cordon. 

The search is being conducted in the forested regions of Udhampur district, where the terrorists are believed to be hiding, as well as in nearby areas of Kishtwar, Kathua, Rajouri, and Poonch.

"The search operation by the army, police, and CRPF special forces has been ongoing in Dudu-Basantgarh. It is underway to track down the terrorists on the run," said a security official.

"The government of India has taken some steps. As far as J&K is concerned, we have never been in favour of the Indus Water Treaty. We have always believed that the Indus Water Treaty has been the most unfair document to the people of J&K..," J&K CM Omar Abdullah said.

Army chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi has reached Udhampur to review the security situation at the Northern Command headquarters 

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is currently holding Indus-Water Treaty meeting at his residence. 

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar and Jal Shakti Minister CR Paatil are also attending the high-level meeting

Mathew Hilakari, MP for Point Cook in the Victorian Legislative Assembly, who is in India, condemned the Pahalgam terror attack.

"Saddened at the tragic incident. We have experienced grave tragedies in Australia before as well, so we understand the tragedy and grief too," he told ANI.

“The idea behind what has happened is to divide society, and it's crucial that every Indian stands united and defeats what the terrorists are trying to do. It's sad to see that some people are attacking my brothers and sisters from Kashmir and the rest of the country. It's essential to stand united and together to fight this nasty action and defeat terrorism once and for all,” Gandhi said.

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi said that he came to Jammu and Kashmir to get a sense of what is going on and to extend further help. 

"I came here to get a sense of what is going on and to help. The entire people of Jammu and Kashmir have condemned this terrible action, and they've fully supported the nation. I met one of the people who was injured...My love and affection to everybody who has lost family members, and I want everybody to know that the whole nation is standing together as one. We had a meeting yesterday with the government, and the United Opposition condemned this action and said that we are there to support whatever action the government wants to take. The idea behind what has happened is to divide society, to make brother fight brother," he said. 

UK PM Keir Starmer called PM Modi today and conveyed his  sincere condolences on the innocent lives lost in the "heinous terror attack on Indian soil."

"He strongly condemned the barbaric terror attack and expressed that UK stands with the people of India in this hour of tragedy," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) condemned terror attack on the unarmed and unsuspecting innocent civilians in Pahalgam. 

"NHRC is deeply disturbed by the news of the killing of 28 people by the terrorists after identifying their faith in Pahalgam area of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir on 22nd April," NHRC said in a statement.

It further called it "violation of human rights". 

"PM Dick Schoof of Netherlands @MinPres called PM @narendramodi and conveyed condolences on the tragic and inhuman crossborder terror attack in Pahalgam, India. He strongly condemned the cowardly act and rejected terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. PM Modi thanked PM for his words of support and solidarity and conveyed that India looks forward to closely working with Netherlands to strengthen the global fight against terrorism," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. 

Lok Sabha LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi arrives at J&K CM Omar Abdullah's residence in Srinagar. This visit comes after the dastardly terror attack in the valley that claimed at least 26 lives.

BSF Director General Daljit Chawdhary met Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan at his North Block office.

This meeting comes after a BSF trooper was detained by Pakistan Rangers after he inadvertently crossed the International Border near Punjab's Ferozpur. The security personnel was providing security to farmers.

The Ministry of Home Affairs on Friday (Apr 25) issued a notice cancelling all 17 types of visas issued to Pakistani citizens.

Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to all state Chief Ministers, instructing them to *identify and immediately deport Pakistani nationals residing in their states. An official order has been issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, directing the immediate repatriation of Pakistani citizens.

Handwara Police on Friday conducted searches at the residence of a Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) member in Handwara. The operation was carried out in the presence of senior police officers and the local Lumberdar.

Sources said the search continued for several hours as officials thoroughly examined the premises.

On Friday, many Pakistani tourists were seen leaving through the Attari-Wagah border. At the Integrated Check Post (ICP) in Attari, Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, as per reports, are conducting rigorous checks of the passports of Pakistani nationals travelling by vehicles. Only after thorough verification are vehicles being allowed to proceed past security barricades.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair an important meeting at his residence at 4:00 pm (IST) today. This meeting comes after the Secretary of the Ministry of Jal Shakti informed stakeholders about the government's decision yesterday. 

A roadmap will be prepared to implement this decision. Ministers, including Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil, will attend the meeting.

Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi has reached Srinagar and is being briefed by the 15 Corps Commander on the security situation and actions being taken by the formations against terrorists inside own territory and Pakistan Army’s attempts to violate the ceasefire along the LoC. 

Two security forces personnel were injured in the encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kolnar Ajas, Bandipora. Based on intelligence input on Friday (Apr 25), the Indian Army and J&K Police have established contact with terrorists in the area. No casualties reported.

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Rahul Gandhi's Pahalgam visit cancelled. He will now visit Srinagar's Army base hospital and meet those injured during the attack. He will address media at 12:30pm (IST). 

A condolence letter of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to the Indian President Droupadi Murmu. 

Kartarpur Corridor remains open for devotees to visit the Kartarpur Sahib gurdwara in Pakistan despite the closure of the Integrated Check Post, Attari on India-Pakistan border in Amritsar following the Pahalgam terror attack

A devotee says, "What happened (terror attack) was really wrong...I am going to the Kartarpur Sahib gurudwara to pay obeisance..They (terrorists) targeted the Hindu brothers to spread hatred. Once the terrorists are held, everything will become clear."

J&K terrorist attack: Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has landed in Kashmir's Srinagar. 

J&K terrorist attack: Ex- Air Staff chief Arup Raha has advocated for a military offensive against 'Pakistan-sponsored terrorists' in the wake of the Pahalgam bloodbath. He said that India has shattered the 'myth' that two nuclear powers cannot engage in conventional warfare. He said this while citing strikes after the Uri and Pulwama attacks. 

J&K terrorist attack: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Friday morning paid tributes to those killed in the Pahalgam terrorist attack, which includes those who hailed from the state. He said that "revenge" must be taken against those responsible to put them in their place.

"Revenge must be taken to ensure actual places are shown to those responsible for this incident," he said. 

Two security personnel injured during exchange of fire with terrorists in Bandipora. One Over Ground Worker was also injured who is in critical condition. 

Pahalgam terror attack LIVE: Reports of ceasefire violation from North Kashmir’s Kupwara district: A ceasefire violation by pakistani Army at Nowgam sector of Handwara district Kupwara LOC occured during wee hours. So far, no loss has been reported, but the search operation has been launched by the Indian army. 

President Droupadi Murmu, head of state and commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed Forces, departed for Vatican City to attend the State Funeral of Pope Francis.

Indian Army has launched a search operation after an encounter by the security forces and terrorists in J&K's Bandipora.