Pakistan continued with its ceasefire violations for the eighth consecutive night as it initiated unprovoked firing across the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir.

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The Pahalgam terror attack has increased tensions between India and Pakistan. If Pakistan were to use nuclear weapons, it would lead to catastrophic loss of life, environmental destruction, and global fallout. The international community is urging restraint and diplomacy to avoid a nuclear crisis.

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Protests continue around the world over the Pahalgam terror attack in which Pakistan-based perpetrators killed 26 tourists. The Indian diaspora is holding demonstrations outside the Pakistani high commissions and embassies in the UK, Netherlands, Sri Lanka. These are the scenes from outside the Pakistan High Commission in London. Watch in for more details!

Pahalgam attack: India diaspora in UK, Netherlands & Sri Lanka hold demonstrations against Pakistan

Pakistan is in panic, its civilian and military leadership is scrambling as fears of Indian military action grow. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif rushed to meet President Asif Ali Zardari to discuss the spiraling security situation following the Pahalgam terror attack. Watch in for more details!

Indo-Pak tensions: Zardari, Shehbaz scramble as India raises the heat, Islamabad is in crisis mode

Panic has gripped Islamabad with officials scrambling, terrorists hurried into bunkers and air defenses shifted to the eastern border. Pakistan finds itself in the throes of a full-blown crisis. The fear of the Indian military action after the Pahalgam terror attack is only half the story. Now a new menace has erupted on the western frontier. Watch in for more details!

India on the eastern border, Taliban on the western border, Pakistan's worst nightmare has come true

Amid India's stern action on Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, Pakistan is in panic mode with its top leaders huddling regularly. On Thursday (May 1) Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called on President Asif Ali Zardari and discussed the current security situation, and said that they are standing with their armed forces. Pakistan's Deputy PM Dar, and Minister for Law and Justice, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, were also present during the meeting.
This comes after Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar's big admission on his country's support to The Resistance Force (TRF) - an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) - responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack. Several Pakistani leaders issued a "war threat" to India after India halted the Indus Waters Treaty. Earlier, the Pakistani PM had not condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir but had demanded a "credible" probe into the matter.
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<h2>Pahalgam terror attack and fallout of India-Pakistan ties</h2>
A terror attack on April 22 in Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam district killed 26 tourists. An offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) - The Resistance Front (TRF) - claimed responsibility for the attack. However, they retracted their statement on April 26, claiming that its social media was compromised. However, the Indian government launched a massive crackdown against the terrorists and released sketches of three terrorists who were responsible for the attack. As per J&amp;K Police,&nbsp;two terrorists involved in the attack were Pakistani nationals and the third, was a resident of Anantnag in Kashmir. His home along with the homes of several other terrorists, have been demolished.
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On the diplomatic front, the Indian government halted the Indus Waters Treaty, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad, closed the Attari border and its airspace for Pakistani flights. India is also planning to block&nbsp;postal services and Pakistani IP (websites).&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "I say to the whole world. India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the earth."
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Pakistan denied any involvement in the attack, with Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif calling for a "neutral probe." Pakistan also resorted to issuing a "war threat" over the halting of the Indus Waters Treaty. Moreover, in a tit-for-tat move, Pakistan announced reciprocal action and warned of ending the Simla Agreement, along with shutting down Pakistani airspace for Indian flights.&nbsp;
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Pakistan | Amid India's stern action on Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan is in panic mode with its top leaders huddling regularly.

Amid India's stern action on Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, Pakistan is in panic mode with its top leaders huddling regularly. On Thursday (May 1) Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called on President Asif Ali Zardari and discussed the current security situation, and said that they are standing with their armed forces. Pakistan's Deputy PM Dar, and Minister for Law and Justice, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, were also present during the meeting. This comes after Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar's big admission on his country's support to The Resistance Force (TRF) - an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) - responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack. Several Pakistani leaders issued a "war threat" to India after India halted the Indus Waters Treaty. Earlier, the Pakistani PM had not condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir but had demanded a "credible" probe into the matter. Read More | Pro-Pak social media is spreading fake news about Air Marshal SP Dharkar. Now, Indian govt has fact-checked them Pahalgam terror attack and fallout of India-Pakistan ties A terror attack on April 22 in Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam district killed 26 tourists. An offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) - The Resistance Front (TRF) - claimed responsibility for the attack. However, they retracted their statement on April 26, claiming that its social media was compromised. However, the Indian government launched a massive crackdown against the terrorists and released sketches of three terrorists who were responsible for the attack. As per J&K Police, two terrorists involved in the attack were Pakistani nationals and the third, was a resident of Anantnag in Kashmir. His home along with the homes of several other terrorists, have been demolished. Read More | India writes to Pakistan about Indus Waters Treaty decision, highlights 'sustained cross border terrorism' On the diplomatic front, the Indian government halted the Indus Waters Treaty, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad, closed the Attari border and its airspace for Pakistani flights. India is also planning to block postal services and Pakistani IP (websites). Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "I say to the whole world. India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the earth." Read More | India mulls blocking postal services with Pakistan, its websites amid rising Indo-Pak tensions post Pahalgam attack Pakistan denied any involvement in the attack, with Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif calling for a "neutral probe." Pakistan also resorted to issuing a "war threat" over the halting of the Indus Waters Treaty. Moreover, in a tit-for-tat move, Pakistan announced reciprocal action and warned of ending the Simla Agreement, along with shutting down Pakistani airspace for Indian flights. Read More | 'Don't target Kashmiris, Muslims', appeals widow of Navy officer killed in Pahalgam terror attack

Pakistan in panic mode: PM Shehbaz Sharif meets President Zardari amid India's stern action post-Pahalgam terror attack

The Attari-Wagah border between India and Pakistan was completely shut on Thursday (April 1) as tensions intensified between the two nations after the Pahalgam terror attack.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, in the US, National Security Adviser Mike Waltz will be leaving his post in the White House, as per multiple reports. Waltz has been in the headlines for a while now as he was involved in the Signagate scandal, and he added a journalist in the Houthi Signal chat.&nbsp;
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The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/attari-wagah-border" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Attari-Wagah border</a>&nbsp;crossing between India and Pakistan was completely shut on Thursday (May 1) as the tensions between the two nations heightened after the Pahalgam terror attack, that killed 26 people.&nbsp;
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Here are the top 10 stories from across the world. Attari-Wagah border completely shut; Trump's NSA Mike Waltz to leave White House. world india news

The Attari-Wagah border between India and Pakistan was completely shut on Thursday (April 1) as tensions intensified between the two nations after the Pahalgam terror attack. Meanwhile, in the US, National Security Adviser Mike Waltz will be leaving his post in the White House, as per multiple reports. Waltz has been in the headlines for a while now as he was involved in the Signagate scandal, and he added a journalist in the Houthi Signal chat. Click on the headlines for more Pahalgam terror attack: Attari-Wagah border completely shut, leaves many Pakistani nationals stranded The Attari-Wagah border crossing between India and Pakistan was completely shut on Thursday (May 1) as the tensions between the two nations heightened after the Pahalgam terror attack, that killed 26 people. Trump's NSA Mike Waltz, guy involved in 'Signalgate' scandal, to leave White House: Reports United States National security adviser Mike Waltz, who added journalist on Signal chat about Houthis, will be leaving his post in the White House, as per multiple reports. His deputy, Alex Wong, will also leave the post. It is not yet clear if US President Donald Trump has fired the duo or if they have resigned from their posts. The White House has not issued an official statement yet. ‘Will hunt down every perpetrator’: Amit Shah’s warning to terrorists on Pahalgam attack Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday (May 1) said that they will hunt down each and every perpetrator behind the deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam that killed 26 people. 'Don't target Kashmiris, Muslims', appeals widow of Navy officer killed in Pahalgam terror attack On the birth anniversary of Indian Navy lieutenant Vinay Narwal - who was killed in the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, his wife Himanshi appealed for peace and urged the people of the country to not target Muslims and Kashmiris. She spoke to reporters in Haryana's Karnal where a blood donation camp was organised on Narwal's birth anniversary. 'Reckless tariffs, immigration crackdown...': Kamala Harris accuses Trump of 'greatest man-made economic crisis' Former Vice President Kamala Harris in her first major speech since leaving office, criticised US President Donald Trump, while also accusing him of the "greatest made-made economic crisis in modern presidential history". 'Perhaps largest ever': What 'possibly' caused raging wildfires in Israel, causing national emergency As massive wildfires swept through Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared a "national emergency", and warned that the wildfires near Jerusalem could reach the city. Pahalgam terror attack 'hidden hands': How did the Over Ground Workers help terrorists kill 26 people? In the wake of the horrific terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, as the investigation continues by India, new insights have emerged that 15 Over-Ground WorkerS (OGW) helped the terrorists in carrying out the deadly attack in Pahalgam on April 22. Pahalgam attack: Pakistan disowns its people? Refusal to open border for hours leaves many stranded at Wagah-Attari Pakistani citizens who are to leave India have been stranded at the Attari-Wagah crossing as the neighbouring country is unwilling to open its border for their people to cross over. Since Thursday morning, Pakistanis have been waiting at the Attari-Wagah border crossing point without any response from Pakistan. Shah Rukh Khan romances a bottle, gives parenting tips and roasts Karan Johar at WAVES 2025 Shah Rukh Khan was his usual witty self as he took the stage for a panel discussion along with Deepika Padukone at the WAVES Summit 2025. Moderated by Karan Johar, SRK-Deepika’s session was titled Outsider Who Becomes Ruler. EXPLAINED: What is Rajasthan Royals Pink promise? In the Pink city of Jaipur, as fans rushed into the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, eager to watch a thrilling clash between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Mumbai Indians (MI) on Thursday (May 1) they expected a normal game of IPL, but what they experienced was more than just a cricket match it was a powerful move that stood for a meaningful cause.

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The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/attari-wagah-border">Attari-Wagah border</a> crossing between India and Pakistan was completely shut on Thursday (May 1) as the tensions between the two nations heightened after the Pahalgam terror attack, that killed 26 people.&nbsp;
It comes after the Indian government announced that Pakistani nationals will not be allowed to travel to India under the SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) Visa Exemption Scheme and Pakistani nationals living in India on such visas will also have to leave the country within 48 hours.
Following the directive, a heavy cross-border public movement was seen as people rushed to leave via the Attari-Wagah border.
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The crossing point is now completely shut and no one from either country crossed over to other side on Thursday, news agency PTI reported citing sources.&nbsp;
Earlier on Wednesday, 125 Pakistan nationals crossed over, which makes the total since last Thursday to over 1,000, including diplomats and support staff.&nbsp;
However, earlier today, Pakistani citizens who were to leave India were stranded at the crossing as Pakistan was unwilling to open its order for their people to cross over.&nbsp;
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Mohammad Shariq, who had come to the border to see off her sisters married in Karachi said to news agency ANI, "I came here with my sisters at 6 am. The border opens at 10 am. At 11 am, we asked the officials, and they said our government had given the order and we are sending people from here, but they (Pakistani side) are not allowing them to cross the order. We are still waiting here..."
Moreover, there were elderly also who were stranded at the border, waiting for medical aid for hours. However, this did not happen and they had to return back.
Similarly, Basarat Hussain shah speaking to ANI said, "I had come here to se off my wife. Have been waiting here since morning and now it is 4 pm, almost 6 hours they haven't opened the gate yet. Now we have been asked to go back."
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The crossing point is now completely shut and no one from either country crossed over to other side on Thursday, PTI reported citing sources. INDIA NEWS PAKISTAN

The Attari-Wagah border crossing between India and Pakistan was completely shut on Thursday (May 1) as the tensions between the two nations heightened after the Pahalgam terror attack, that killed 26 people. It comes after the Indian government announced that Pakistani nationals will not be allowed to travel to India under the SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) Visa Exemption Scheme and Pakistani nationals living in India on such visas will also have to leave the country within 48 hours. Following the directive, a heavy cross-border public movement was seen as people rushed to leave via the Attari-Wagah border. Also read: Pahalgam attack: Pakistan disowns its people? Refusal to open border for hours leaves many stranded at Wagah-Attari The crossing point is now completely shut and no one from either country crossed over to other side on Thursday, news agency PTI reported citing sources. Earlier on Wednesday, 125 Pakistan nationals crossed over, which makes the total since last Thursday to over 1,000, including diplomats and support staff. However, earlier today, Pakistani citizens who were to leave India were stranded at the crossing as Pakistan was unwilling to open its order for their people to cross over. Also read: Pahalgam terror attack: What is Attari check post, which India has closed immediately to punish Pakistan? Mohammad Shariq, who had come to the border to see off her sisters married in Karachi said to news agency ANI, "I came here with my sisters at 6 am. The border opens at 10 am. At 11 am, we asked the officials, and they said our government had given the order and we are sending people from here, but they (Pakistani side) are not allowing them to cross the order. We are still waiting here..." Moreover, there were elderly also who were stranded at the border, waiting for medical aid for hours. However, this did not happen and they had to return back. Similarly, Basarat Hussain shah speaking to ANI said, "I had come here to se off my wife. Have been waiting here since morning and now it is 4 pm, almost 6 hours they haven't opened the gate yet. Now we have been asked to go back." Also read: Twenty-two Indian High Commission members exit Pakistan via Attari-Wagah border

Pahalgam terror attack: Attari-Wagah border completely shut, leaves many Pakistani nationals stranded

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In the wake of the horrific&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/terror-attack">terror attack</a> in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, as the investigation continues by India, new insights have emerged that 15 Over-Ground WorkerS (OGW) helped the terrorists in carrying out the deadly attack in Pahalgam on April 22.&nbsp;
The over-ground workers facilitated the entry and exit of the terrorists, according to WION sources.&nbsp;
Along with that, they also helped with the recce of the area and their location was in the area at the time of the attack.&nbsp;
Moreover, some of the workers have been arrested, while the search is underway for the other workers.&nbsp;
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Notably, three terrorists have been identified as Asif Fauji alias Hashim Musa alias Sulaiman, Ali Bhai alias Talha Bhai and Adil Hussain Thoker.&nbsp;
Musa and Talha are Pakistanis, while Thoker is a local militant, WION sources revealed citing investigating officers.&nbsp;
According to WION sources, in mid-April, Adil along with another active terrorist reached Pahalgam and conducted a recce of almost all the tourist spots in Pahalgam.&nbsp;
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With the help of some OGWs in Pahalgam, they did a recce of all the tourist places of Pahalgam like Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, Amusement Park and Baisaran Valley. In this recce, two local terrorists and five OGWs were involved and were roaming in Pahalgam for about a week.
They initially planned to attack in the Betaab valley, but it was difficult to escape from there because of the movement of security forces around. Something similar happened with the Aru valley which is after the desperate valley and they reached the Baisaran tourist spot.
There were a total of four terrorists, who killed 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last week. Two among them were wearing camouflage and the other two were in civilian dress. The sources also revealed that only three terrorists came inside the Baisaran meadow and the fourth one was giving cover fire.&nbsp;
Moreover, a senior Army source said that there were reports that "some suspicious persons had visited some hotels in Pahalgam...(We) were gathering clues as there was no specific information about attacks on tourists."&nbsp;
Army officials said the infiltrators in Pir Panjal mountains in south Kashmir were using several apps for navigation and communication "that can store data online and later use it offline as well", as per WION sources.&nbsp;
As of now, police continue to raid and interrogate suspects in Kashmir Valley. A senior police officer said they had started a fresh verification of non-locals, including laborers, students and employees, who are present in Kashmir.
Moreover, police and army have also launched several search operations in the Kishtwar district of Chenab Valley of Jammu, neighbouring Pahalgam.&nbsp;
WATCH | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pahalgam-terror-attack-inside-pakistans-terror-operations-against-india-9022669">Pahalgam terror attack | Inside Pakistan's terror operations against India</a>

In mid-April, Adil along with another active terrorist reached Pahalgam and conducted a recce of almost all the tourist spots in Pahalgam. India news pakistan

In the wake of the horrific terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, as the investigation continues by India, new insights have emerged that 15 Over-Ground WorkerS (OGW) helped the terrorists in carrying out the deadly attack in Pahalgam on April 22. The over-ground workers facilitated the entry and exit of the terrorists, according to WION sources. Along with that, they also helped with the recce of the area and their location was in the area at the time of the attack. Moreover, some of the workers have been arrested, while the search is underway for the other workers. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE | 'Pakistan supports terrorist orgs': Defence Minister tells US Secy of Defence Pete Hegseth Notably, three terrorists have been identified as Asif Fauji alias Hashim Musa alias Sulaiman, Ali Bhai alias Talha Bhai and Adil Hussain Thoker. Musa and Talha are Pakistanis, while Thoker is a local militant, WION sources revealed citing investigating officers. According to WION sources, in mid-April, Adil along with another active terrorist reached Pahalgam and conducted a recce of almost all the tourist spots in Pahalgam. Also read: 'Martyr status for Pahalgam victims?': Rahul Gandhi's request to PM Modi for those killed in 'cold blood' in J&K attack With the help of some OGWs in Pahalgam, they did a recce of all the tourist places of Pahalgam like Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, Amusement Park and Baisaran Valley. In this recce, two local terrorists and five OGWs were involved and were roaming in Pahalgam for about a week. They initially planned to attack in the Betaab valley, but it was difficult to escape from there because of the movement of security forces around. Something similar happened with the Aru valley which is after the desperate valley and they reached the Baisaran tourist spot. There were a total of four terrorists, who killed 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last week. Two among them were wearing camouflage and the other two were in civilian dress. The sources also revealed that only three terrorists came inside the Baisaran meadow and the fourth one was giving cover fire. Moreover, a senior Army source said that there were reports that "some suspicious persons had visited some hotels in Pahalgam...(We) were gathering clues as there was no specific information about attacks on tourists." Army officials said the infiltrators in Pir Panjal mountains in south Kashmir were using several apps for navigation and communication "that can store data online and later use it offline as well", as per WION sources. As of now, police continue to raid and interrogate suspects in Kashmir Valley. A senior police officer said they had started a fresh verification of non-locals, including laborers, students and employees, who are present in Kashmir. Moreover, police and army have also launched several search operations in the Kishtwar district of Chenab Valley of Jammu, neighbouring Pahalgam. WATCH | Pahalgam terror attack | Inside Pakistan's terror operations against India

Pahalgam terror attack 'hidden hands': How did the Over Ground Workers help terrorists kill 26 people?

NIA teams, including forensic experts, investigate the Pahalgam attack site. The technical team conducts 3D mapping to gather crucial evidence.

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Days after freezing the Indus Waters Treaty and closing its airspace for Pakistani flights, India mulls blocking postal services and Pakistani IP (websites), in its continued actions against the neighbouring country in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people on April 22.
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Just in: India mulls blocking postal services with Pakistan, blocking Pakistani IP (websites), days after freezing Indus water treaty, closing air space
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In 2019, Pakistan had suspended postal services with India after the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019. In November 2019, the service was reinstated.
<h2>Pahalgam terror attack and fallout of India-Pakistan ties</h2>
A terror attack on April 22 in Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam district killed 26 tourists. An offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) - The Resistance Front (TRF) - claimed responsibility for the attack. However, they retracted their statement on April 26, claiming that its social media was compromised. However, the Indian government launched a massive crackdown against the terrorists and released sketches of three terrorists who were responsible for the attack. As per J&amp;K Police,&nbsp;two terrorists involved in the attack were Pakistani nationals and the third, was a resident of Anantnag in Kashmir. His home along with the homes of several other terrorists, have been demolished.
Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/india-writes-to-pakistan-about-indus-waters-treaty-decision-highlights-sustained-cross-border-terrorism-8999013" rel="noopener" target="_blank">India writes to Pakistan about Indus Waters Treaty decision, highlights 'sustained cross border terrorism'</a>
On the diplomatic front, the Indian government halted the Indus Waters Treaty, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad, closed the Attari border and its airspace for Pakistani flights. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "I say to the whole world. India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the earth."
Pakistan denied any involvement in the attack, with Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif calling for a "neutral probe." Pakistan also resorted to issuing a "war threat" over the halting of the Indus Waters Treaty. Moreover, in a tit-for-tat move, Pakistan announced reciprocal action and warned of ending the Simla Agreement, along with shutting down Pakistani airspace for Indian flights.&nbsp;
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India mulls blocking postal services and Pakistani IP (websites), in its continued actions against the neighbouring country, after the Pahalgam terror attack

Days after freezing the Indus Waters Treaty and closing its airspace for Pakistani flights, India mulls blocking postal services and Pakistani IP (websites), in its continued actions against the neighbouring country in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people on April 22. Just in: India mulls blocking postal services with Pakistan, blocking Pakistani IP (websites), days after freezing Indus water treaty, closing air space — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) May 1, 2025 In 2019, Pakistan had suspended postal services with India after the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019. In November 2019, the service was reinstated. Pahalgam terror attack and fallout of India-Pakistan ties A terror attack on April 22 in Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam district killed 26 tourists. An offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) - The Resistance Front (TRF) - claimed responsibility for the attack. However, they retracted their statement on April 26, claiming that its social media was compromised. However, the Indian government launched a massive crackdown against the terrorists and released sketches of three terrorists who were responsible for the attack. As per J&K Police, two terrorists involved in the attack were Pakistani nationals and the third, was a resident of Anantnag in Kashmir. His home along with the homes of several other terrorists, have been demolished. Read More | India writes to Pakistan about Indus Waters Treaty decision, highlights 'sustained cross border terrorism' On the diplomatic front, the Indian government halted the Indus Waters Treaty, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad, closed the Attari border and its airspace for Pakistani flights. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "I say to the whole world. India will identify, track and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the earth." Pakistan denied any involvement in the attack, with Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif calling for a "neutral probe." Pakistan also resorted to issuing a "war threat" over the halting of the Indus Waters Treaty. Moreover, in a tit-for-tat move, Pakistan announced reciprocal action and warned of ending the Simla Agreement, along with shutting down Pakistani airspace for Indian flights.

India mulls blocking postal services with Pakistan, its websites amid rising Indo-Pak tensions post Pahalgam attack

In the wake of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, authorities in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) have shut more than 1000 religious schools on Thursday over fears of military action from India after the horrific <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pahalgam-terror-attack">Pahalgam terror attack</a>.&nbsp;
India has blamed Pakistan for the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of at least 26 people on April 22.&nbsp;
The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed responsibility for the attack, however, later they denied it. Following this, PM Narendra Modi has given "complete operational freedom" to Indian armed forces.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-live-updates-indian-army-pakistan-army-pm-modi-subrahmanyam-jaishankar-shehbaz-sharif-9020474">Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: India retaliates to Pakistan Army's seventh consecutive LoC ceasefire violation</a>
As Pakistan fears a military escalation, the authorities have closed more than 1000 religious schools in PoK, AFP reported.&nbsp;
"We have announced a 10-day break for all madrassas in Kashmir," said Hafiz Nazeer Ahmed, head of the local religious affairs department.
According to a department source, it was "due to tensions at the border and the potential for conflict".
Moreover, the emergency service workers in Muzaffarabad are also bracing for a "possible attack" by India. The workers have begun training schoolchildren on what to do if India attacks.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cowardly-act-of-terrorism-indian-origin-uk-mp-priti-patel-condemns-pahalgam-terror-attack-9022026">'Cowardly act of terrorism': Indian-origin UK MP Priti Patel condemns Pahalgam terror attack</a>
After the brutal and terrific Pahalgam attack, India has taken big actions against Pakistan, starting with suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and prohibiting Pakistan nationals from visiting India, to many more.&nbsp;
Earlier today, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio dialed Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif separately on Wednesday and spoke about the rising tension in the wake of a recent terrorist attack.&nbsp;
Rubio asked Islamabad to cooperate in probing the "unconscionable" terror attack in Pahalgam. While, during his call with Jaishankar, he expressed sorrow for the lives lost in the horrific terrorist attack.&nbsp;
The US State Secretary also asked Pakistan to condemn the terror attack in Pahalgam as an official statement by the US noted that both leaders reaffirmed their continued commitment to holding terrorists accountable for their heinous acts of violence, which Pakistan has failed to do so far.&nbsp;
WATCH | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pahalgam-attack-indias-cold-start-doctrine-may-shape-new-delhis-answer-9022043">Pahalgam Attack: India&rsquo;s Cold Start Doctrine May Shape New Delhi's Answer</a>

India has blamed Pakistan for the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of at least 26 people on April 22. India news pakistan

In the wake of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, authorities in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) have shut more than 1000 religious schools on Thursday over fears of military action from India after the horrific Pahalgam terror attack. India has blamed Pakistan for the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of at least 26 people on April 22. The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed responsibility for the attack, however, later they denied it. Following this, PM Narendra Modi has given "complete operational freedom" to Indian armed forces. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: India retaliates to Pakistan Army's seventh consecutive LoC ceasefire violation As Pakistan fears a military escalation, the authorities have closed more than 1000 religious schools in PoK, AFP reported. "We have announced a 10-day break for all madrassas in Kashmir," said Hafiz Nazeer Ahmed, head of the local religious affairs department. According to a department source, it was "due to tensions at the border and the potential for conflict". Moreover, the emergency service workers in Muzaffarabad are also bracing for a "possible attack" by India. The workers have begun training schoolchildren on what to do if India attacks. Also read: 'Cowardly act of terrorism': Indian-origin UK MP Priti Patel condemns Pahalgam terror attack After the brutal and terrific Pahalgam attack, India has taken big actions against Pakistan, starting with suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and prohibiting Pakistan nationals from visiting India, to many more. Earlier today, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio dialed Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif separately on Wednesday and spoke about the rising tension in the wake of a recent terrorist attack. Rubio asked Islamabad to cooperate in probing the "unconscionable" terror attack in Pahalgam. While, during his call with Jaishankar, he expressed sorrow for the lives lost in the horrific terrorist attack. The US State Secretary also asked Pakistan to condemn the terror attack in Pahalgam as an official statement by the US noted that both leaders reaffirmed their continued commitment to holding terrorists accountable for their heinous acts of violence, which Pakistan has failed to do so far. WATCH | Pahalgam Attack: India’s Cold Start Doctrine May Shape New Delhi's Answer

Pakistan shuts more than 1,000 madrasas amid fears of military action from India

BSF's intelligence wing leads to a successful joint operation, recovering arms and ammunition, including grenades, pistols, and live rounds, foiling a cross-border terror plot in Punjab.

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Reports reveal Pakistan-based terrorists scouted multiple tourist spots in Pahalgam. J&K LG holds key security meet amid ongoing ceasefire breaches on LoC.

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The Union government on Wednesday (Apr 30) announced that caste-based enumeration will be part of the next Census. The decision came following a cabinet committee on political affairs chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Caste Census India: PM Modi's Government Changes Course To Take The Big Step

Starting today, withdrawing cash from ATMs&mdash;or even just checking your balance&mdash;might cost you more. The Reserve Bank of India&rsquo;s (RBI) revised guidelines have come into effect from May 1, 2025, increasing the maximum fees banks can charge customers once they exhaust their monthly quota of free ATM transactions.
Whether it&rsquo;s a cash withdrawal, PIN change, or mini statement, every extra swipe beyond your free limit could now pinch your pocket a bit harder.
<h2 class="x_elementToProof">What&rsquo;s changing from May 1?</h2>
The RBI&rsquo;s updated circular allows banks to hike charges for ATM usage beyond the free limit. The fee cap has increased from ₹21 to ₹23 per transaction (plus GST), applicable on both financial (like cash withdrawals) and non-financial (like balance checks or PIN changes) transactions. These new rates are applicable across all banks and ATM operators.
So whether you&rsquo;re pulling out cash for groceries or just checking your balance after online shopping, expect to pay ₹2 more per extra transaction if you&rsquo;ve crossed your monthly limit.
<h2>How many free ATM transactions do you still get?</h2>
While the charges have gone up, the RBI has not changed the number of free monthly transactions:
<ul>
<li>At your own bank&rsquo;s ATMs: 5 free transactions/month (both financial and non-financial).</li>
<li>At other banks&rsquo; ATMs:</li>
<ul>
<li>Metro cities: 3 free transactions/month.</li>
<li>Non-metro cities: 5 free transactions/month.</li>
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These limits include both types of transactions.
<h2 class="x_elementToProof">Why have ATM charges been increased?</h2>
According to the RBI, the revision aims to align customer charges with rising costs&mdash;such as ATM security, cash handling, maintenance, and software upgrades. Banks and ATM operators have long been lobbying for a hike, citing higher operating expenses.
The move is also intended to promote digital payments, especially in rural and semi-urban areas where mobile-based and MicroATM services are gaining traction.
<h2 class="x_elementToProof">Banks have already notified customers &ndash; Here&rsquo;s what&rsquo;s changing</h2>
Several leading banks have revised their ATM fee structures effective May 1, 2025. This includes HDFC Bank, Punjab National Bank (PNB), IndusInd Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank. Customers at these banks will now pay more for both financial and non-financial ATM transactions once they exhaust their monthly free limits.
<ul>
<li>HDFC Bank has raised its post-limit fee from ₹21 to ₹23 (plus GST) for all transactions.</li>
<li>PNB will charge ₹23 for financial and ₹11 for non-financial transactions (earlier ₹21 and ₹10 respectively); changes come into effect from May 9.</li>
<li>IndusInd Bank has adopted a flat ₹23 (plus GST) fee beyond the free quota.</li>
<li>Kotak Mahindra Bank now charges ₹23 for financial transactions (up from ₹21) and ₹10 for non-financial ones (up from ₹8.5).</li>
</ul>
Meanwhile, State Bank of India (SBI) revised its ATM fee structure earlier this year on February 1, 2025. It also standardized free usage across metro and non-metro areas&mdash;5 free transactions at SBI ATMs and 10 at other bank ATMs for most customers. Beyond this:
<ul>
<li>Financial transactions cost ₹15 at SBI ATMs and ₹17 at other bank ATMs.</li>
<li>Non-financial transactions are free at SBI ATMs, but ₹10 per transaction at other banks&rsquo; ATMs.</li>
</ul>
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<h2>What&rsquo;s the interchange fee&mdash;and why it matters</h2>
The interchange fee is the charge your bank pays to the bank that owns the ATM you use. For instance, if you use an HDFC debit card at an SBI ATM, HDFC pays SBI. While customers don&rsquo;t pay this directly, it influences what banks charge after the free limit.
As of now, interchange fees remain unchanged:
<ul>
<li>₹17 for financial transactions</li>
<li>₹6 for non-financial transactions</li>
</ul>
However, this may be reviewed by ATM networks or the RBI in the future.
<h2 class="x_elementToProof">Are CRM machines affected too?</h2>
Yes, but with a catch. Cash deposits at Cash Recycler Machines (CRMs) remain free. However, if you withdraw money or check your balance at a CRM after crossing your free limit, the ₹23 + GST charge applies&mdash;just as it would at a regular ATM.

Business & Economy: Changes in ATM charges can lead to increased monthly expenses, and impacts one's overall budget management. Read more for more details.

Starting today, withdrawing cash from ATMs—or even just checking your balance—might cost you more. The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) revised guidelines have come into effect from May 1, 2025, increasing the maximum fees banks can charge customers once they exhaust their monthly quota of free ATM transactions. Whether it’s a cash withdrawal, PIN change, or mini statement, every extra swipe beyond your free limit could now pinch your pocket a bit harder. What’s changing from May 1? The RBI’s updated circular allows banks to hike charges for ATM usage beyond the free limit. The fee cap has increased from ₹21 to ₹23 per transaction (plus GST), applicable on both financial (like cash withdrawals) and non-financial (like balance checks or PIN changes) transactions. These new rates are applicable across all banks and ATM operators. So whether you’re pulling out cash for groceries or just checking your balance after online shopping, expect to pay ₹2 more per extra transaction if you’ve crossed your monthly limit. How many free ATM transactions do you still get? While the charges have gone up, the RBI has not changed the number of free monthly transactions: At your own bank’s ATMs: 5 free transactions/month (both financial and non-financial). At other banks’ ATMs: Metro cities: 3 free transactions/month. Non-metro cities: 5 free transactions/month. These limits include both types of transactions. Why have ATM charges been increased? According to the RBI, the revision aims to align customer charges with rising costs—such as ATM security, cash handling, maintenance, and software upgrades. Banks and ATM operators have long been lobbying for a hike, citing higher operating expenses. The move is also intended to promote digital payments, especially in rural and semi-urban areas where mobile-based and MicroATM services are gaining traction. Banks have already notified customers – Here’s what’s changing Several leading banks have revised their ATM fee structures effective May 1, 2025. This includes HDFC Bank, Punjab National Bank (PNB), IndusInd Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank. Customers at these banks will now pay more for both financial and non-financial ATM transactions once they exhaust their monthly free limits. HDFC Bank has raised its post-limit fee from ₹21 to ₹23 (plus GST) for all transactions. PNB will charge ₹23 for financial and ₹11 for non-financial transactions (earlier ₹21 and ₹10 respectively); changes come into effect from May 9. IndusInd Bank has adopted a flat ₹23 (plus GST) fee beyond the free quota. Kotak Mahindra Bank now charges ₹23 for financial transactions (up from ₹21) and ₹10 for non-financial ones (up from ₹8.5). Meanwhile, State Bank of India (SBI) revised its ATM fee structure earlier this year on February 1, 2025. It also standardized free usage across metro and non-metro areas—5 free transactions at SBI ATMs and 10 at other bank ATMs for most customers. Beyond this: Financial transactions cost ₹15 at SBI ATMs and ₹17 at other bank ATMs. Non-financial transactions are free at SBI ATMs, but ₹10 per transaction at other banks’ ATMs. Bank Old Charges (Before May 1) New Charges (Effective May 2025) HDFC Bank ₹21 + GST (All transactions) ₹23 + GST (All transactions) PNB ₹21 (fin), ₹10 (non-fin) + GST ₹23 (fin), ₹11 (non-fin) + GST (Effective May 9) IndusInd Bank ₹21 + GST (All transactions) ₹23 + GST (All transactions) Kotak Mahindra Bank ₹21 (fin), ₹8.5 (non-fin) ₹23 (fin), ₹10 (non-fin) SBI (Revised Feb 1) ₹15 (fin) SBI ATM, ₹17 (fin) other ATM, ₹0–₹10 (non-fin) ₹15 (SBI ATM), ₹17 (other bank ATM), ₹10 non-fin (other ATM) What’s the interchange fee—and why it matters The interchange fee is the charge your bank pays to the bank that owns the ATM you use. For instance, if you use an HDFC debit card at an SBI ATM, HDFC pays SBI. While customers don’t pay this directly, it influences what banks charge after the free limit. As of now, interchange fees remain unchanged: ₹17 for financial transactions ₹6 for non-financial transactions However, this may be reviewed by ATM networks or the RBI in the future. Are CRM machines affected too? Yes, but with a catch. Cash deposits at Cash Recycler Machines (CRMs) remain free. However, if you withdraw money or check your balance at a CRM after crossing your free limit, the ₹23 + GST charge applies—just as it would at a regular ATM.

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