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World, India News | US President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin and other world leaders condemned the horrific terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam that killed several people and injured many

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World: The victim has been identified as Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, aged 26. He had recently tied the knot on 16 April and was on leave from his posting in Kochi at the time of the attack.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strongly condemned the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, where one tourist was killed and 20 others injured. The assault, claimed by Pakistan-backed terror group TRF, took place just weeks ahead of the Amarnath Yatra. Security forces have launched a high-level probe, as Modi vowed justice for the victims. Watch this report for more updates!

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India News: Condemnations started pouring in as soon as the news was confirmed, and leaders across the political spectrum condemned the dastardly terror attack on unarmed, innocent tourists.

Terrorists opened fire on tourists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. PM Narendra Modi said those behind the 'heinous act will be brought to justice and that their 'evil agenda will never succeed.' Pakistan-backed terror group TRF claims responsibility for the terror attack. Tune into #Gravitas at 9 PM to know more.

Terrorists opened fire on tourists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. PM Narendra Modi said those behind the 'heinous act will be brought to justice and that their 'evil agenda will never succeed.' Pakistan-backed terror group TRF claims responsibility for the terror attack.

The couple survived the attack, narrowly escaping the terror attack. They shared the chilling experience of the horrific attack that shook the whole nation. India news

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At least 27 people have died, while more than 20 are injured. The death count is, however, expected to rise, as several tourists were rushed to hospitals with serious injuries.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strongly condemned the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, where one tourist was killed and 20 others injured. The assault, claimed by Pakistan-backed terror group TRF, took place just weeks ahead of the Amarnath Yatra. Security forces have launched a high-level probe, as Modi vowed justice for the victims. Watch this report for more updates!

India News | The Resistance Front (TRF), a wing for the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit LeT, claimed responsibility for the horrific terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam