<p>As tensions between India and Pakistan worsen in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday (April 30) said that the country will exercise restraint for "regional peace", but if provoked, it will respond with "full force".&nbsp;</p>
<p>As the Indian government braces for some concrete action against Pakistan, Pakistan has been bracing for a "possible attack".&nbsp;</p>
<p>Pakistan-based The Resistance Front (TRF) claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack, however later, retracted its statement, saying that any attribution of the attack to them was &ldquo;false&rdquo; and &ldquo;hasty.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>
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<p>"In case of any escalatory move by the Indian side, we will respond very strongly,&rdquo; Ishaq Dar said during a joint press conference in Islamabad with Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).&nbsp;</p>
<p>Notably, Pakistan has addressed the media thrice in 24 hours, which might be seen as a desperate try to defend and distance their nation from the Pahalgam terror attack.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Ishaq Dar said that Pakistan's government and armed forces are on alert for the possibility of any attack.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>&ldquo;We are vigilant, our armed forces are vigilant and the nation will thwart any misadventure responding in a befitting and decisive manner at the time and place of our choosing,&rdquo; Dar said.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Dar further disassociated Pakistan himself from the terror attack. &ldquo;Pakistan has neither any connection &hellip; nor is the potential beneficiary."</p>
<p>As Dar makes these claims, distancing Pakistan from the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, earlier in the day, he accepted that his country removed the terror group TRF name from a UN Security Council Statement.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>He said, "We opposed the mention of TRF in the UNSC statement condemning the Pahalgam terror attack. I got calls from global capitals, but Pakistan will not accept. TRF was deleted, &amp; Pakistan prevailed.&rdquo;</p>
<p>Also not to forget, just three days after the attack, Pakistan's deputy PM called the terrorists who carried out the Pahalgam attack, "freedom fighters".&nbsp;</p>
<p>"Those who carried out attacks in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam district on April 22 might be freedom fighters," he said.</p>
<p>He also threatened to attack as he said that Pakistan would respond with a similar retort. "If Pakistan is attacked directly, a tit-for-tat reply will be given," he added.</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/when-will-india-attack-pakistan-lt-gen-ds-hooda-speaks-on-the-possibility-of-military-action-9019632">When will India attack Pakistan? LT Gen (retd) DS Hooda speaks on the possibility of military action</a></strong></p>
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Dar further disassociated Pakistan himself from the terror attack. “Pakistan has neither any connection … nor is the potential beneficiary." India news pakistan

As tensions between India and Pakistan worsen in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday (April 30) said that the country will exercise restraint for "regional peace", but if provoked, it will respond with "full force". As the Indian government braces for some concrete action against Pakistan, Pakistan has been bracing for a "possible attack". Pakistan-based The Resistance Front (TRF) claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack, however later, retracted its statement, saying that any attribution of the attack to them was “false” and “hasty.” Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE Updates: India warns Pakistan against unprovoked violations along LoC "In case of any escalatory move by the Indian side, we will respond very strongly,” Ishaq Dar said during a joint press conference in Islamabad with Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Notably, Pakistan has addressed the media thrice in 24 hours, which might be seen as a desperate try to defend and distance their nation from the Pahalgam terror attack. Ishaq Dar said that Pakistan's government and armed forces are on alert for the possibility of any attack. WATCH | After suspending Indus Waters Treaty, India may oppose IMF's $1.3 billion loan to Pakistan “We are vigilant, our armed forces are vigilant and the nation will thwart any misadventure responding in a befitting and decisive manner at the time and place of our choosing,” Dar said. Dar further disassociated Pakistan himself from the terror attack. “Pakistan has neither any connection … nor is the potential beneficiary." As Dar makes these claims, distancing Pakistan from the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, earlier in the day, he accepted that his country removed the terror group TRF name from a UN Security Council Statement. Also read: 'A plate of Maggi, a flick of her hair': How a Karnataka family survived Pahalgam terror attack, thanks to child’s hunger He said, "We opposed the mention of TRF in the UNSC statement condemning the Pahalgam terror attack. I got calls from global capitals, but Pakistan will not accept. TRF was deleted, & Pakistan prevailed.” Also not to forget, just three days after the attack, Pakistan's deputy PM called the terrorists who carried out the Pahalgam attack, "freedom fighters". "Those who carried out attacks in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam district on April 22 might be freedom fighters," he said. He also threatened to attack as he said that Pakistan would respond with a similar retort. "If Pakistan is attacked directly, a tit-for-tat reply will be given," he added. Also read: When will India attack Pakistan? LT Gen (retd) DS Hooda speaks on the possibility of military action

'Armed forces vigilant': Jittery Pakistan braces for 'possible attack' by India, Deputy PM says 'will respond very strongly'

India is considering opposing a $1.3 billion loan to Pakistan at an upcoming IMF board meeting scheduled for May 9. The move comes in the wake of a deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Watch in for more details!

After suspending Indus Waters Treaty, India may oppose IMF's $1.3 billion loan to Pakistan

TRF, or the resistance front.
some say it's an offshoot of Pakistan-based terror group Lashkar-e-Taiba or LeT
Others say it is nothing but the core group of LeT itself
At first, TRF claimed responsibilIty for the Pahalgam TERROR attack that killed 26 Indians in Kashmir
Then, they denied having claimed the attack
And now, THE Pakistani DEPUTY PRIME minister told the UNITED NATIONS to delete TRF reference in a statement on the terror attack

So what is  --  or who are -- the TRF?

TRF: Terror outfit or Lashkar-e-Taiba front? Unraveling the mystery behind Pahalgam attack

<p>As the tragic Pahalgam terror attack claimed the lives of at least 26 people, a Karnataka family had a narrow escape from the attack, and were saved by their "stubborn child's hunger".&nbsp;</p>
<p>An unexpected craving for Maggi noodles saved the family from getting shot by the terrorists on April 22.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Pradeep Hegde, his wife Shubha, and their 12-year-old son Siddhant were on a trip to Kashmir to explore the Baisaran meadows, also called 'Mini Switzerland'.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Shubha Hegde narrowly escaped the attack just by a hair as terrorists stormed the valley.</p>
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<h2>'Child's hunger'&nbsp;</h2>
<p>The family described their ordeal, saying that they reached the top of meadows after a tough, muddy hour-long horse ride, where they spent some time sightseeing and were about to go for the adventure activity zone.&nbsp;</p>
<p>However, their son Siddhant felt hungry and insisted on stopping to eat first.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"Around 1:45 pm, we thought of going there. But my son said he was hungry. We tried to convince him that we could eat before leaving. But he was adamant. So we headed towards the makeshift food stalls. We ordered Maggi," Pradeep told NDTV.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>He added, "My wife then went to the washroom, about 500 metres away. It was a pay-and-use toilet, so she returned, took the money, and went again. By that time, we had eaten, and she hurriedly ate."</p>
<p>After 15-20 seconds, they saw two guys with big guns and they were shooting continuously, Pradeep said, adding that one terrorist went towards the lower part of the Valley and another headed towards them.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>'Bullet touched her hair'</h2>
<p>"Initially, we did not realise what was happening. Then we lay down. At this point, my wife thought of getting my bag, which was on the table. Our IDs and phones were in it. She got up to take the bag and felt something go past her right ear. It was a bullet," Pradeep said.</p>
<p>Shubha then realised that the IDs and phones were left on the table, but she instinctively got up to grab the bag. In that moment as she leaned forward to take the bag, a bullet whizzed past her right ear, grazing her hair.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"Something touched my hair," Shubha recalled. "I didn&rsquo;t realise it was a bullet at first, but the force made me turn &mdash; I saw it had hit the floor. God saved me."</p>
<p>Pradeep said that he didn't realise at that time that it was a terrorist attack, but recalled that someone shouted and asked people to run.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"I was 100 per cent sure we were going to die," Pradeep said. "But my wife just kept saying &lsquo;Nothing will happen&rsquo;. That confidence, I think, kept us going."</p>
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Pradeep said that he didn't realise at that time that it was a terrorist attack, but recalled that someone shouted and asked people to run. India news

As the tragic Pahalgam terror attack claimed the lives of at least 26 people, a Karnataka family had a narrow escape from the attack, and were saved by their "stubborn child's hunger". An unexpected craving for Maggi noodles saved the family from getting shot by the terrorists on April 22. Pradeep Hegde, his wife Shubha, and their 12-year-old son Siddhant were on a trip to Kashmir to explore the Baisaran meadows, also called 'Mini Switzerland'. Shubha Hegde narrowly escaped the attack just by a hair as terrorists stormed the valley. Also read: Pahalgam terror attack: India warns Pakistan over 'unprovoked' ceasefire violations along LoC 'Child's hunger' The family described their ordeal, saying that they reached the top of meadows after a tough, muddy hour-long horse ride, where they spent some time sightseeing and were about to go for the adventure activity zone. However, their son Siddhant felt hungry and insisted on stopping to eat first. "Around 1:45 pm, we thought of going there. But my son said he was hungry. We tried to convince him that we could eat before leaving. But he was adamant. So we headed towards the makeshift food stalls. We ordered Maggi," Pradeep told NDTV. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE Updates: India warns Pakistan against unprovoked violations along LoC He added, "My wife then went to the washroom, about 500 metres away. It was a pay-and-use toilet, so she returned, took the money, and went again. By that time, we had eaten, and she hurriedly ate." After 15-20 seconds, they saw two guys with big guns and they were shooting continuously, Pradeep said, adding that one terrorist went towards the lower part of the Valley and another headed towards them. WATCH | Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan minister says Indian military strike 'within 24-36 hours' 'Bullet touched her hair' "Initially, we did not realise what was happening. Then we lay down. At this point, my wife thought of getting my bag, which was on the table. Our IDs and phones were in it. She got up to take the bag and felt something go past her right ear. It was a bullet," Pradeep said. Shubha then realised that the IDs and phones were left on the table, but she instinctively got up to grab the bag. In that moment as she leaned forward to take the bag, a bullet whizzed past her right ear, grazing her hair. "Something touched my hair," Shubha recalled. "I didn’t realise it was a bullet at first, but the force made me turn — I saw it had hit the floor. God saved me." Pradeep said that he didn't realise at that time that it was a terrorist attack, but recalled that someone shouted and asked people to run. "I was 100 per cent sure we were going to die," Pradeep said. "But my wife just kept saying ‘Nothing will happen’. That confidence, I think, kept us going." Also read: Pahalgam terror attack | 'You've obviously gone crazy but world knows what Pakistan is': Indian boxer Bidhuri gives fiery reply to Afridi

'A plate of Maggi, a flick of her hair': How a Karnataka family survived Pahalgam terror attack, thanks to child’s hunger

Pakistan has been grappling with economic stagnation for decades. But what if we tell you that Pakistan’s defence spending by share of GDP is higher than India, China, and the EU? In this financial year, Pakistan's defence spending stood at 2. 3% of its GDP, slightly above India’s 2%. However, in absolute terms, India's defence allocation reached over $86 trillion, including pensions—nearly eight times Pakistan’s budget. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan’s defence spending outpaces GDP peers

<p>Justin Trudeau is the past and Canadians have rejected Jagmeet Singh: Does this mean that Canada under the new Prime Minister Mark Carney would finally take action against the Khalistani elements in its soil?</p>
<p>Jagmeet Singh, the pro-Khalistan leader of Canada&rsquo;s New Democratic Party (NDP), suffered a humiliating defeat in the recently concluded federal elections, losing his own seat, Burnaby Central. His party failed to win the minimum required 12 seats to retain national party status in parliament. NDP which had 24 seats, could win only seven.</p>
<p>Trudeau resigned back in January 2025 amid a crisis within his party and declining public support. His Liberal Party believed that he would threaten the party&rsquo;s chances in the next election. Trudeau&rsquo;s approval ratings had fallen to historic lows by late 2024, with some polls showing Liberal support at just 16%. Trudeau&rsquo;s government faced significant criticism over high living costs, housing affordability, and immigration. Pressure mounted on him after Liberal Party's key ally Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned in December 2024.</p>
<p>Mark Carney was chosen as a Liberal leader after Trudeau stepped down and he is now the reason why Liberals are back to power in Canada. Time and again, Carney highlighted that he is different from his predecessor - that he will deal with Washington firmly and will put the economy on track. With respect to ties with India, Carney has said that "i<span>t&rsquo;s an incredibly important relationship...on many levels." As he hints at resetting Indo-Canadian relations, what New Delhi cares about is how his administration will deal with the Khalistani extremism?</span></p>
<p><strong>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/internet-cheers-drubbing-of-canadas-pro-khalistani-leader-jagmeet-singh-will-his-loss-help-ease-delhi-ottawa-ties-9014763">Internet cheers drubbing of Canada&rsquo;s pro-Khalistani leader Jagmeet Singh. Will his loss help ease Delhi-Ottawa ties?</a></strong></p>
<h2>India, Khalistani terrorism and Trudeau</h2>
<p><span>India has maintained that Khalistanis use Canadian soil for plotting anti-India activities. The India-Canada relations reached the lowest in 2023 after the Trudeau government implicated "Indian agents" in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar - a designated Khalistani terrorist in India. India condemned the accusations as baseless. In October 2024, tensions escalated further when Canada expelled six Indian diplomats. The fallout led both nations to expel top envoys, freeze trade negotiations, and suspend official visits, with New Delhi accusing Ottawa of tolerating extremism and shielding Khalistanis.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span>Mark Carney's predecessor Trudeau seemed to have defended the Khalistanis during his tenure in the name of "freedom of expression." During Trudeau&rsquo;s 2018 state visit to India, Jaspal Atwal, a convicted Khalistani terrorist, was invited to a Canadian diplomatic event. Trudeau&rsquo;s office later claimed it was a mistake.&nbsp;In 2023. Trudeau in Parliament referred to Hardeep Singh Nijjar&rsquo;s killing, and had said that &ldquo;Canadian security agencies have been actively pursuing credible allegations of a potential link between agents of the Government of India and the killing of a Canadian citizen.&rdquo; In November 2024, he said that "freedom of expression" allows people to peacefully advocate for political causes, adding that Canada does not support violence or extremism. Between 2020-2024, he had said "Canada will always defend freedom of expression, freedom of conscience, and peaceful protest&rdquo; a number of times.</span></p>
<p><span>Political compulsions may have driven Trudeau's motive as Jagmeet Singh was his kingmaker - even India's Foreign Minister<strong>&nbsp;</strong>S Jaishankar had pointd this out in an interview last year. In both the 2019 and 2021 elections, Trudeau's Liberals won the most seats but not a majority in Parliament. Trudeau&rsquo;s government remained in power largely due to Jagmeet Singh&rsquo;s support. Without the NDP, the Liberals would have faced a likely vote of no confidence and possibly lost power. The partnership was politically strategic but also controversial.</span></p>
<p><span><strong>WATCH | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/canadian-elections-liberals-victory-has-implications-for-many-including-themselves-9018193">Canadian elections: Liberals&rsquo; victory has implications for many, including themselves</a></strong></span></p>
<h2><strong>What do numbers say about the Khalistani question?</strong></h2>
<p><span>Now, the Liberal Party has won 169 seats in the recent elections and are just three short of the majority mark in Canada&rsquo;s 343-seat House of Commons. Pierre Poilievre&rsquo;s Conservative party followed closely with 144 seats. The Bloc Qu&eacute;b&eacute;cois won 22 seats and finished third in the election race. The Green Party held onto a single seat and the NDP won seven. Thus, Carney will also run a </span>minority government and the Liberals will need the support of an opposition party to pass legislation and survive no-confidence votes in parliament.&nbsp;The left-leaning New Democratic Party (NDP) appears poised to play that role. However, after its poll-drubbing, it may not have the same sway in the Liberals-led government that it had during Trudeau's tenure. Moreover,&nbsp;<span>Jagmeet Singh has resigned as NDP's head.</span></p>
<p><strong>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indo-canadian-mps-hit-new-high-in-canada-polls-sukh-dhaliwal-anita-anand-9015726">Indo-Canadian MPs hit new high in Canada polls: How many got elected this year? | Full list</a></strong><strong></strong></p>
<p>While Carney has not directly addressed the Khalistani question yet and has restrained from directly addressing the killing of pro-Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, British Columbia, on June 18, 2023, he has acknowledged the "strains" and highlighted "mutual respect" to go forward with it - &ldquo;There are strains on that relationship that we didn&rsquo;t cause, to be clear, but there is a path forward to address those with mutual respect and to build out," he said.</p>
<p><strong>Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-india-canada-ties-improve-under-mark-carney-all-controversies-during-justin-trudeaus-tenure-listed-9014527">Will India-Canada ties improve under Mark Carney? All controversies during Justin Trudeau's tenure listed</a></strong><strong></strong></p>

Justin Trudeau is the past and Canadians have rejected Jagmeet Singh: Does this mean that Canada under the new Prime Minister Mark Carney would finally take action against the Khalistani elements in its soil?

Justin Trudeau is the past and Canadians have rejected Jagmeet Singh: Does this mean that Canada under the new Prime Minister Mark Carney would finally take action against the Khalistani elements in its soil? Jagmeet Singh, the pro-Khalistan leader of Canada’s New Democratic Party (NDP), suffered a humiliating defeat in the recently concluded federal elections, losing his own seat, Burnaby Central. His party failed to win the minimum required 12 seats to retain national party status in parliament. NDP which had 24 seats, could win only seven. Trudeau resigned back in January 2025 amid a crisis within his party and declining public support. His Liberal Party believed that he would threaten the party’s chances in the next election. Trudeau’s approval ratings had fallen to historic lows by late 2024, with some polls showing Liberal support at just 16%. Trudeau’s government faced significant criticism over high living costs, housing affordability, and immigration. Pressure mounted on him after Liberal Party's key ally Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned in December 2024. Mark Carney was chosen as a Liberal leader after Trudeau stepped down and he is now the reason why Liberals are back to power in Canada. Time and again, Carney highlighted that he is different from his predecessor - that he will deal with Washington firmly and will put the economy on track. With respect to ties with India, Carney has said that "it’s an incredibly important relationship...on many levels." As he hints at resetting Indo-Canadian relations, what New Delhi cares about is how his administration will deal with the Khalistani extremism? Read More | Internet cheers drubbing of Canada’s pro-Khalistani leader Jagmeet Singh. Will his loss help ease Delhi-Ottawa ties? India, Khalistani terrorism and Trudeau India has maintained that Khalistanis use Canadian soil for plotting anti-India activities. The India-Canada relations reached the lowest in 2023 after the Trudeau government implicated "Indian agents" in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar - a designated Khalistani terrorist in India. India condemned the accusations as baseless. In October 2024, tensions escalated further when Canada expelled six Indian diplomats. The fallout led both nations to expel top envoys, freeze trade negotiations, and suspend official visits, with New Delhi accusing Ottawa of tolerating extremism and shielding Khalistanis. Mark Carney's predecessor Trudeau seemed to have defended the Khalistanis during his tenure in the name of "freedom of expression." During Trudeau’s 2018 state visit to India, Jaspal Atwal, a convicted Khalistani terrorist, was invited to a Canadian diplomatic event. Trudeau’s office later claimed it was a mistake. In 2023. Trudeau in Parliament referred to Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s killing, and had said that “Canadian security agencies have been actively pursuing credible allegations of a potential link between agents of the Government of India and the killing of a Canadian citizen.” In November 2024, he said that "freedom of expression" allows people to peacefully advocate for political causes, adding that Canada does not support violence or extremism. Between 2020-2024, he had said "Canada will always defend freedom of expression, freedom of conscience, and peaceful protest” a number of times. Political compulsions may have driven Trudeau's motive as Jagmeet Singh was his kingmaker - even India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar had pointd this out in an interview last year. In both the 2019 and 2021 elections, Trudeau's Liberals won the most seats but not a majority in Parliament. Trudeau’s government remained in power largely due to Jagmeet Singh’s support. Without the NDP, the Liberals would have faced a likely vote of no confidence and possibly lost power. The partnership was politically strategic but also controversial. WATCH | Canadian elections: Liberals’ victory has implications for many, including themselves What do numbers say about the Khalistani question? Now, the Liberal Party has won 169 seats in the recent elections and are just three short of the majority mark in Canada’s 343-seat House of Commons. Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative party followed closely with 144 seats. The Bloc Québécois won 22 seats and finished third in the election race. The Green Party held onto a single seat and the NDP won seven. Thus, Carney will also run a minority government and the Liberals will need the support of an opposition party to pass legislation and survive no-confidence votes in parliament. The left-leaning New Democratic Party (NDP) appears poised to play that role. However, after its poll-drubbing, it may not have the same sway in the Liberals-led government that it had during Trudeau's tenure. Moreover, Jagmeet Singh has resigned as NDP's head. Read More | Indo-Canadian MPs hit new high in Canada polls: How many got elected this year? | Full list While Carney has not directly addressed the Khalistani question yet and has restrained from directly addressing the killing of pro-Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, British Columbia, on June 18, 2023, he has acknowledged the "strains" and highlighted "mutual respect" to go forward with it - “There are strains on that relationship that we didn’t cause, to be clear, but there is a path forward to address those with mutual respect and to build out," he said. Read More | Will India-Canada ties improve under Mark Carney? All controversies during Justin Trudeau's tenure listed

Will pro-Khalistan Jagmeet Singh's poll setback pave way for Canada to take action against Khalistani terrorism?

<p>As tensions between India and Pakistan have been escalating after the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-attack-houses-of-3-active-terrorists-demolished-in-south-kashmir-counter-terror-operations-underway-9003047">Pahalgam terror attack</a>, India now might oppose to $1.3 billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan to debt-ridden Pakistan in the upcoming board meeting.&nbsp;</p>
<p>While opposing Pakistan's loan package during the meeting, India will cite Pakistan's "support to terrorism" as the reason.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"There is a view that supports to terror by the neighbouring nation be flagged at the board meeting when the loan is taken up," Economic Times reported citing a familiar source.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>The global lender IMF is set to review a proposed $1.3 billion loan for Pakistan on May 9 as part of its climate resilience program.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Moreover, the IMF board will also assess Pakistan's progress on policy commitments tied to the existing $7 billion bailout package.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Earlier in the last meeting, India had abstained from voting on Pakistan's bailout package. However, this time, India is planning to vote "against" the loan package to Pakistan, stressing that it misuses the funds given by the IMF.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/man-claims-he-captured-pahalgam-terrorists-on-video-while-making-reel-submits-footage-to-nia-9017898">Man claims he captured Pahalgam terrorists on video while making reel, submits footage to NIA</a></strong></p>
<p>Last year, Pakistan secured the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility to get itself out of the economic crisis. However, it will be disbursed in installments. The IMF disbursed $1 billion immediately to Islamabad at that time.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Now, if it gets cleared and approved by the IMF board, it could unlock another tranche of funding for cash-strapped Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>
<p>On Wednesday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave "complete operational freedom" to the Armed Forces to respond to Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, that claimed the lives of at least 27 people.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Moreover, earlier today, PM Modi chaired key Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs and Cabinet Committee on Security meetings.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by PM Modi, has reviewed the overall security situation in Jammu and Kashmir amid speculation about India's potential response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>WATCH | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pahalgam-terror-attack-general-asim-munirs-reckless-gambit-pushing-pakistan-to-war-9017022">Pahalgam terror attack: General Asim Munir's reckless gambit pushing Pakistan to war</a></strong></p>

Earlier, India had abstained from voting on Pakistan's bailout package. However, this time, India is planning to vote "against" the loan package. India news pakistan

As tensions between India and Pakistan have been escalating after the Pahalgam terror attack, India now might oppose to $1.3 billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan to debt-ridden Pakistan in the upcoming board meeting. While opposing Pakistan's loan package during the meeting, India will cite Pakistan's "support to terrorism" as the reason. "There is a view that supports to terror by the neighbouring nation be flagged at the board meeting when the loan is taken up," Economic Times reported citing a familiar source. Also read: Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan minister claims India planning 'military strike within next 24 to 36 hours' The global lender IMF is set to review a proposed $1.3 billion loan for Pakistan on May 9 as part of its climate resilience program. Moreover, the IMF board will also assess Pakistan's progress on policy commitments tied to the existing $7 billion bailout package. Earlier in the last meeting, India had abstained from voting on Pakistan's bailout package. However, this time, India is planning to vote "against" the loan package to Pakistan, stressing that it misuses the funds given by the IMF. Also read: Man claims he captured Pahalgam terrorists on video while making reel, submits footage to NIA Last year, Pakistan secured the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility to get itself out of the economic crisis. However, it will be disbursed in installments. The IMF disbursed $1 billion immediately to Islamabad at that time. Now, if it gets cleared and approved by the IMF board, it could unlock another tranche of funding for cash-strapped Pakistan. On Wednesday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave "complete operational freedom" to the Armed Forces to respond to Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, that claimed the lives of at least 27 people. Moreover, earlier today, PM Modi chaired key Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs and Cabinet Committee on Security meetings. The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by PM Modi, has reviewed the overall security situation in Jammu and Kashmir amid speculation about India's potential response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack. WATCH | Pahalgam terror attack: General Asim Munir's reckless gambit pushing Pakistan to war

'Support to terror': India might vote 'against' IMF loan to Pakistan in wake of Pahalgam attack

<div class="x_elementToProof" aria-hidden="true">Delhi is buzzing with excitement this Akshaya Tritiya! With more than 21,000 weddings expected to take place today, the city is alive with celebrations. It&rsquo;s not just the couples who are feeling the joy &mdash; the wedding business is thriving. Catering, d&eacute;cor, beauty salons, DJs &mdash; all sectors are seeing a massive booking spike. Hotels and banquet halls, capitalizing on the busy wedding season, have raised their rates by 10-15%, with most venues fully booked weeks in advance.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">As the city&rsquo;s wedding fever intensifies, let&rsquo;s not forget the real star of this show &mdash; gold! Akshaya Tritiya is practically synonymous with gold buying. Whether it&rsquo;s for the bride&rsquo;s jewellery or just a way to ring in the good times, this is the festival to invest in gold. And in 2025, the demand is through the roof! Akshaya Tritiya isn&rsquo;t just for weddings &mdash; it&rsquo;s the day to make any auspicious purchase. So, what&rsquo;s shining brighter than the lights at your wedding reception? You guessed it &mdash; gold.</div>
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<h2 class="x_elementToProof"><b>Meeting the Demand for Budget-Friendly Jewellery</b></h2>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Delhi&rsquo;s gold and silver trade is also shining brightly. According to PTI, the Chamber of Trade &amp; Industry (CTI) estimates Rs 200 crore in jewellery transactions today. Despite gold prices hitting Rs 97,000 per 10 grams &mdash; up from Rs 73,500 last year &mdash; consumers are still buying, albeit with a shift in taste.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">&ldquo;There&rsquo;s a sharp rise in demand for lightweight gold and diamond jewellery,&rdquo; CTI General Secretary and jeweller Gurmeet Arora told PTI . &ldquo;To match budgets, jewellers have introduced small, trendy designs.&rdquo;</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">According to CTI, spending this Akshaya Tritiya has been dominated by jewellery, clothing, and electronic items, as families gear up for grand celebrations. The wedding services sector is also seeing a boom, with high demand for catering, d&eacute;cor, beauty salons, and DJ services. Meanwhile, hotel and banquet hall prices have surged by 10&ndash;15%, and most venues across the city are already fully booked, reflecting the massive wedding wave sweeping Delhi today.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">Despite soaring gold prices, the jewellery sector thrived, with an estimated ₹200 crore in sales. The price of 24-carat gold reached approximately ₹97,693 per 10 grams in Delhi, prompting a shift towards lightweight jewellery designs to accommodate budget-conscious consumers.&nbsp;</div>
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<h2 class="x_elementToProof"><b>Gold Price Trends in the Past 10 Years</b></h2>
<div class="x_elementToProof">The rise in gold prices during Akshaya Tritiya is a familiar trend, and this year, gold has continued to show impressive growth. The India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), a key body tracking gold prices in India, has noted a consistent upward trajectory in gold prices over the past decade.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">According to the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), gold prices have experienced a notable rise over the last 10 years, especially in recent years. The price surged sharply in 2020, reflecting global economic uncertainties triggered by the pandemic. In 2025, gold prices reached a significant ₹97,000 per 10 grams, marking a 30% increase from last year alone. This price growth is a reminder of gold&rsquo;s enduring value as both a commodity and a symbol of wealth.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof"><b>Year</b></div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof"><b>% Increase from Previous Year</b></div>
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</tr>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 90.5px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">2015</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 214.719px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">₹26,600</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">&mdash;</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 90.5px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">2016</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 214.719px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">₹28,500</div>
</td>
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 175.781px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">7.14%</div>
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</tr>
<tr style="height: 22.3906px;">
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 90.5px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">2017</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 214.719px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">₹29,800</div>
</td>
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 175.781px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">4.56%</div>
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</tr>
<tr style="height: 22.3906px;">
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 90.5px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">2018</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 214.719px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">₹31,100</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 175.781px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">4.37%</div>
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<tr style="height: 22.3906px;">
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 90.5px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">2019</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 214.719px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">₹32,800</div>
</td>
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 175.781px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">5.45%</div>
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</tr>
<tr style="height: 22.3906px;">
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 90.5px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">2020</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 214.719px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">₹46,500</div>
</td>
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 175.781px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">41.88%</div>
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<tr style="height: 22.3906px;">
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 90.5px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">2021</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 214.719px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">₹47,000</div>
</td>
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 175.781px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">1.07%</div>
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<tr style="height: 22.3906px;">
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 90.5px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">2022</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 214.719px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">₹51,000</div>
</td>
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 175.781px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">8.51%</div>
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<tr style="height: 22.3906px;">
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 90.5px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">2023</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 214.719px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">₹60,000</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 175.781px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">17.65%</div>
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</tr>
<tr style="height: 22.3906px;">
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 90.5px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">2024</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 214.719px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">₹74,500</div>
</td>
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 175.781px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">24.17%</div>
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</tr>
<tr style="height: 22.3906px;">
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 90.5px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">2025</div>
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<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 214.719px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">₹97,000</div>
</td>
<td class="x_elementToProof center" style="width: 175.781px; border-width: 2px; border-color: black; height: 22.3906px;">
<div class="x_elementToProof">30.23%</div>
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<h2 class="x_elementToProof"><b>But what makes Akshaya Tritiya so special for buying gold?</b></h2>
<div class="x_elementToProof">According to Hindu mythology, Akshaya Tritiya marks the birth of Lord Parashurama and is believed to be a day that brings prosperity and growth. It is said that any purchase made on this day, especially gold, will bring infinite wealth and success, ensuring the buyer&rsquo;s fortune flourishes.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof"></div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">For centuries, buying gold on Akshaya Tritiya has been seen as a ritual that brings spiritual and financial benefits. People believe that gold bought on this day will appreciate over time, making it a solid investment. Moreover, gold has consistently performed well during economic volatility, further cementing its reputation as a safe haven for investors.</div>
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Business & Economy: Delhi’s gold and silver trade is also shining brightly. According to PTI, CTI estimates Rs 200 crore in jewellery transactions today.

Delhi is buzzing with excitement this Akshaya Tritiya! With more than 21,000 weddings expected to take place today, the city is alive with celebrations. It’s not just the couples who are feeling the joy — the wedding business is thriving. Catering, décor, beauty salons, DJs — all sectors are seeing a massive booking spike. Hotels and banquet halls, capitalizing on the busy wedding season, have raised their rates by 10-15%, with most venues fully booked weeks in advance. As the city’s wedding fever intensifies, let’s not forget the real star of this show — gold! Akshaya Tritiya is practically synonymous with gold buying. Whether it’s for the bride’s jewellery or just a way to ring in the good times, this is the festival to invest in gold. And in 2025, the demand is through the roof! Akshaya Tritiya isn’t just for weddings — it’s the day to make any auspicious purchase. So, what’s shining brighter than the lights at your wedding reception? You guessed it — gold. Meeting the Demand for Budget-Friendly Jewellery Delhi’s gold and silver trade is also shining brightly. According to PTI, the Chamber of Trade & Industry (CTI) estimates Rs 200 crore in jewellery transactions today. Despite gold prices hitting Rs 97,000 per 10 grams — up from Rs 73,500 last year — consumers are still buying, albeit with a shift in taste. “There’s a sharp rise in demand for lightweight gold and diamond jewellery,” CTI General Secretary and jeweller Gurmeet Arora told PTI . “To match budgets, jewellers have introduced small, trendy designs.” According to CTI, spending this Akshaya Tritiya has been dominated by jewellery, clothing, and electronic items, as families gear up for grand celebrations. The wedding services sector is also seeing a boom, with high demand for catering, décor, beauty salons, and DJ services. Meanwhile, hotel and banquet hall prices have surged by 10–15%, and most venues across the city are already fully booked, reflecting the massive wedding wave sweeping Delhi today. Despite soaring gold prices, the jewellery sector thrived, with an estimated ₹200 crore in sales. The price of 24-carat gold reached approximately ₹97,693 per 10 grams in Delhi, prompting a shift towards lightweight jewellery designs to accommodate budget-conscious consumers. Gold Price Trends in the Past 10 Years The rise in gold prices during Akshaya Tritiya is a familiar trend, and this year, gold has continued to show impressive growth. The India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), a key body tracking gold prices in India, has noted a consistent upward trajectory in gold prices over the past decade. According to the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), gold prices have experienced a notable rise over the last 10 years, especially in recent years. The price surged sharply in 2020, reflecting global economic uncertainties triggered by the pandemic. In 2025, gold prices reached a significant ₹97,000 per 10 grams, marking a 30% increase from last year alone. This price growth is a reminder of gold’s enduring value as both a commodity and a symbol of wealth. Year Gold Price on Akshaya Tritiya (Per 10 Grams) % Increase from Previous Year 2015 ₹26,600 — 2016 ₹28,500 7.14% 2017 ₹29,800 4.56% 2018 ₹31,100 4.37% 2019 ₹32,800 5.45% 2020 ₹46,500 41.88% 2021 ₹47,000 1.07% 2022 ₹51,000 8.51% 2023 ₹60,000 17.65% 2024 ₹74,500 24.17% 2025 ₹97,000 30.23% Source: India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA) But what makes Akshaya Tritiya so special for buying gold? According to Hindu mythology, Akshaya Tritiya marks the birth of Lord Parashurama and is believed to be a day that brings prosperity and growth. It is said that any purchase made on this day, especially gold, will bring infinite wealth and success, ensuring the buyer’s fortune flourishes. For centuries, buying gold on Akshaya Tritiya has been seen as a ritual that brings spiritual and financial benefits. People believe that gold bought on this day will appreciate over time, making it a solid investment. Moreover, gold has consistently performed well during economic volatility, further cementing its reputation as a safe haven for investors.

Akshaya Tritiya 2025: A Golden Surge in Weddings and Gold Purchases in New Delhi

<p>A resident of Maharashtra's Jalna recently returned from Jammu and Kashmir days after the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-must-break-all-ties-with-pakistan-ex-india-captain-sourav-ganguly-breaks-silence-on-pahalgam-terror-attack-9002729">Pahalgam terror attack</a> and shared a shocking experience, as he claimed that one of the suspected attackers spoke to him a day before the attack.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Adarsh Raut recalled his interaction with a man at a food stall in the Baisaran Valley on April 21.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"Hindu ho kya. You don&rsquo;t look like you are from Kashmir,&rdquo; Raut told PTI about what the attacker asked him.&nbsp;</p>
<p>He further said that he had gone horse riding in Pahalgam on April 21 and had stopped at a "Maggi stall" for food when a man approached him and asked him if he was a Hindu.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/man-claims-he-captured-pahalgam-terrorists-on-video-while-making-reel-submits-footage-to-nia-9017898">Man claims he captured Pahalgam terrorists on video while making reel, submits footage to NIA</a></strong></p>
<p>The attacker also told Raut that he doesn't look like a Kashmiri, PTI reported.&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;The suspect then turned to his companion and said, &lsquo;There&rsquo;s less crowd today,&rdquo; Raut added.</p>
<p>He said that he found the conversation quite disturbing, however, it didn't scare or startle him until the April 22 attack, that killed at least 27 people, mostly tourists.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Raut further said that he got to know about the attacker after the National Investigation Agency (NIA) released the sketches of the terrorists.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pahalgam-terror-attack-pakistan-minister-claims-india-planning-military-strike-within-next-24-to-36-hours-9017756">Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan minister claims India planning 'military strike within next 24 to 36 hours'</a></strong></p>
<h2><strong>'Connected the dots'</strong></h2>
<p>&ldquo;After I saw the sketches released by the NIA (National Investigation Agency), I connected the dots,&rdquo; he claimed.&nbsp;</p>
<p>He said that then he emailed the NIA a detailed account of his experience in Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;I have written everything I could remember. I have also mentioned that I could not initially pay the Maggi stall owner due to network issues. I took his phone number and paid him once I came down from the hill,&rdquo; he said.</p>
<p>However, Raut has not received any response from the NIA. "I&rsquo;ll cooperate with them in every possible way if they reach out to me,&rdquo; he said.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>WATCH | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/new-details-emerge-in-pahalgam-terror-attack-4-terrorists-involved-9017342">New details emerge in Pahalgam terror attack: 4 terrorists involved</a></strong></p>
<p>There were a total of four terrorists, who killed 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last week, WION has learned from sources. Two among them were wearing camouflage and the other two were in civilian dress.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The sources also revealed that only three terrorists came inside the Baisaran meadow and the fourth one was giving cover fire.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Notably, The Jammu and Kashmir government has decided to shut down around 50 tourist destinations and trekking trails in the Valley citing security reasons after last week's terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam.</p>

Maharashtra resident Adarsh Raut said that he stopped at a "Maggi stall" for food when a man approached him and asked him if he was a Hindu. India news

A resident of Maharashtra's Jalna recently returned from Jammu and Kashmir days after the Pahalgam terror attack and shared a shocking experience, as he claimed that one of the suspected attackers spoke to him a day before the attack. Adarsh Raut recalled his interaction with a man at a food stall in the Baisaran Valley on April 21. "Hindu ho kya. You don’t look like you are from Kashmir,” Raut told PTI about what the attacker asked him. He further said that he had gone horse riding in Pahalgam on April 21 and had stopped at a "Maggi stall" for food when a man approached him and asked him if he was a Hindu. Also read: Man claims he captured Pahalgam terrorists on video while making reel, submits footage to NIA The attacker also told Raut that he doesn't look like a Kashmiri, PTI reported. “The suspect then turned to his companion and said, ‘There’s less crowd today,” Raut added. He said that he found the conversation quite disturbing, however, it didn't scare or startle him until the April 22 attack, that killed at least 27 people, mostly tourists. Raut further said that he got to know about the attacker after the National Investigation Agency (NIA) released the sketches of the terrorists. Also read: Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan minister claims India planning 'military strike within next 24 to 36 hours' 'Connected the dots' “After I saw the sketches released by the NIA (National Investigation Agency), I connected the dots,” he claimed. He said that then he emailed the NIA a detailed account of his experience in Kashmir. “I have written everything I could remember. I have also mentioned that I could not initially pay the Maggi stall owner due to network issues. I took his phone number and paid him once I came down from the hill,” he said. However, Raut has not received any response from the NIA. "I’ll cooperate with them in every possible way if they reach out to me,” he said. WATCH | New details emerge in Pahalgam terror attack: 4 terrorists involved There were a total of four terrorists, who killed 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last week, WION has learned from sources. 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. Notably, The Jammu and Kashmir government has decided to shut down around 50 tourist destinations and trekking trails in the Valley citing security reasons after last week's terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam.

'You don't look like Kashmiri, Hindu ho kya?': Man recalls terror suspect spoke to him day before Pahalgam attack

<p>A Pune-based man has claimed that he has video of the terrorists in Pahalgam's Baisaran valley that he accidentally captured while filming his daughter's reel. He has shared the video with the National Investigative Agency (NIA) for probe, he said.</p>
<p>In the video, a child can be seen dancing when two men - who allegedly carried out the attack - were seen. The man claimed that he identified the men after J&amp;K Police released their sketches and decided to share the evidence with the investigative agencies. The Pune man has identified himself as social activist Sreejit Rameshan, who along with his family went on a tour to Pahalgam but fortunately, returned before the fatal attack happened.</p>
<p><span>&ldquo;We started receiving frantic calls and messages from worried friends and relatives,&rdquo; Rameshan told Punekar News. He added that the video was captured at 02:38 pm on April 18. He further claimed that the men in his video are similar to the sketches released by the administration. "The resemblance was unmistakable." He sent the video to NIA demanding a thorough verification &ldquo;purely in the interest of national safety&rdquo;.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p>Meanwhile, t<span>here were a total of four terrorists, who killed 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last week, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-attack-4-terrorists-were-involved-2-in-civil-dress-eyewitnesses-share-new-details-9017643" rel="dofollow">WION has learned </a>from sources. </span>Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting at his residence on Wednesday (Apr 30). Two additional committee meetings, the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) and the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), were also convened at his residence. The second CCS meeting after the Pahalgam attack discussed security preparedness.<span>&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span><strong>Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-pak-tensions-ishaq-dar-says-he-got-trfs-name-removed-from-unsc-statement-9016520" rel="noopener" target="_blank">India-Pak tensions: Ishaq Dar says he got TRF's name removed from UNSC statement</a></strong></span></p>
<h2><span>Pahalgam terror attack and fallout of India-Pakistan ties</span></h2>
<p><span>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;</span>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.</p>
<p><strong>Read More |<span>&nbsp;</span><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></strong></p>
<p>On the diplomatic front, the Indian government halted the Indus Waters Treaty, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad and closed the Attari border. 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."</p>
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<p>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;</p>
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A Pune-based man has claimed that he has video of the terrorists in Pahalgam's Baisaran valley that he accidentally captured while filming his daughter's reel.

A Pune-based man has claimed that he has video of the terrorists in Pahalgam's Baisaran valley that he accidentally captured while filming his daughter's reel. He has shared the video with the National Investigative Agency (NIA) for probe, he said. In the video, a child can be seen dancing when two men - who allegedly carried out the attack - were seen. The man claimed that he identified the men after J&K Police released their sketches and decided to share the evidence with the investigative agencies. The Pune man has identified himself as social activist Sreejit Rameshan, who along with his family went on a tour to Pahalgam but fortunately, returned before the fatal attack happened. “We started receiving frantic calls and messages from worried friends and relatives,” Rameshan told Punekar News. He added that the video was captured at 02:38 pm on April 18. He further claimed that the men in his video are similar to the sketches released by the administration. "The resemblance was unmistakable." He sent the video to NIA demanding a thorough verification “purely in the interest of national safety”. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jist (@jist.news) Read More | Pakistani man claims he voted in Indian elections, has ration card: 'Staying here for last 17 years' Meanwhile, there were a total of four terrorists, who killed 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last week, WION has learned from sources. Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting at his residence on Wednesday (Apr 30). Two additional committee meetings, the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) and the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), were also convened at his residence. The second CCS meeting after the Pahalgam attack discussed security preparedness. Read More | India-Pak tensions: Ishaq Dar says he got TRF's name removed from UNSC statement 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 and closed the Attari border. 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. Read More | Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's X account 'withheld' in India after Pahalgam attack

Man claims he captured Pahalgam terrorists on video while making reel, submits footage to NIA

Pakistan's Deputy PM Ishaq Dar acknowledges support for TRF, a proxy group, while trying to get its name removed from a UNSC statement. Tensions rise between India and Pakistan, and US Senator Rubio urges de-escalation. Watch this report for more details!

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">'I have Aadhar, voter ID, domicile, ration card...": Pakistani student urges Indian government to extend deportation deadline<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pakistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerrorAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerrorAttack</a> <a href="https://t.co/0lDsshHswF">pic.twitter.com/0lDsshHswF</a></p>
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<h2><span>Pahalgam terror attack and fallout of India-Pakistan ties</span></h2>
<p><span>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;</span>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.</p>
<p><strong>Read More |<span>&nbsp;</span><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></strong></p>
<p>On the diplomatic front, the Indian government halted the Indus Waters Treaty, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad and closed the Attari border. 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."</p>
<p>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;</p>
<p><strong>Read More |<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pakistans-defence-minister-khawaja-asifs-x-account-withheld-in-india-after-pahalgam-attack-9014120" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's X account 'withheld' in India after Pahalgam attack</a></strong></p>

A Pakistani man who left India due to visa cancellations by India in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack has claimed that he has been in India for 17 years, has voted in Indian elections and has a ration card.

A Pakistani man who left India due to visa cancellations by India in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack has claimed that he has been in India for 17 years, has voted in Indian elections and has a ration card. His video has gone viral on the internet with many asking how he was allowed to vote despite being a Pakistani citizen. In the video, the man who identified himself as Osama said that has completed his school studies in India and is currently pursuing Bachelor's degree. Condemning the terror attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran Valley on April 22, he asked why is he being sent to Pakistan where he has no future. Indian news agency ANI shared a video of the man from Attari Border who said, "I have been staying here for the last 17 years. I appeal to the government to give us some time. I have cast my vote here, I have my ration card..." This has raised major concerns about the sanctity of elections in the country and threats of illegal migrants who may be staying in the country and getting the same rights as the citizens of the country. 'I have Aadhar, voter ID, domicile, ration card...": Pakistani student urges Indian government to extend deportation deadline . . . .#Pakistan #PahalgamTerrorAttack pic.twitter.com/0lDsshHswF — WION (@WIONews) April 30, 2025 Read More | India-Pak tensions: Ishaq Dar says he got TRF's name removed from UNSC statement 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 and closed the Attari border. 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. Read More | Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's X account 'withheld' in India after Pahalgam attack

Pakistani man claims he voted in Indian elections, has ration card: 'Staying here for last 17 years'

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Eyewitnesses reveal details of the Pahalgam terror attack, describing four terrorists involved, with two in civil dress and two in camouflage.

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<p>Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, <span>Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar&nbsp;told Pakistan's upper house that Islamabad had an objection to the "condemnation of The Resistance Front (TRF)" in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) statement&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span>Meanwhile, The UK government supported India in bringing perpetrators to justice as the UK's Parliament discussed the horrific terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir as well as put it straight to BBC that the Pahalgam attack was a terror attack over the channel's use of the word 'militancy'.</span></p>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/islamabads-big-admission-as-deputy-pm-ishaq-dar-says-pakistan-bails-out-lashkar-e-taiba-proxy-trf-at-unsc-9016434">Pahalgam attack: Deputy PM Ishaq Dar inadvertently admits Pakistan backs Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy TRF</a></strong></p>
<p><span><img src="https://img-cdn.publive.online/fit-in/1280x720/filters:format(webp)/wion/media/media_files/2025/04/24/ofZnbQglA5V8bA810KPv.png" alt=" Security personnel inspect the site in the aftermath of an attack in Pahalgam, about 90kms (55 miles) from Srinagar on April 23, 2025.  Photograph: (AFP) "></span></p>
<p><span>Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar made a big acceptance in connection to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) statement on April 25 condemning the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which killed 26 people, mostly tourists.</span></p>
<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-stands-with-india-rejects-bbcs-denial-on-pahalgam-terrorist-attack-let-me-be-clear-9016513">UK stands with India, rejects BBC's denial on Pahalgam terror attack: 'Let me be clear...'</a></strong></p>
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<p><span>The UK government on Wednesday said that it supports India in bringing perpetrators to justice as the UK's Parliament discussed the horrific terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. </span><span>UK Government was also asked to address the BBC&rsquo;s reference to the attack as &ldquo;militancy&rdquo;, to which it responded, "let me be clear: this was a horrific terrorist attack."</span></p>
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<p><span>Amid global anger over the&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-live-updates-narendra-modi-union-cabinet-meeting-9016548" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Pahalgam terror attack</a><span>&nbsp;in India's Jammu and Kashmir, a truck was spotted at New York's Times Square demanding justice for the victims.</span><span>A digital poster with pictures of Pahalgam terror attack victims' had "Humanity bleeds in Pahalgam, world must wake up' and 'we demand justice" written over it.&nbsp;</span><span></span></p>
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Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar told Pakistan's upper house that Islamabad had an objection to the "condemnation of The Resistance Front (TRF)" in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) statement Meanwhile, The UK government supported India in bringing perpetrators to justice as the UK's Parliament discussed the horrific terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir as well as put it straight to BBC that the Pahalgam attack was a terror attack over the channel's use of the word 'militancy'. Click on the headlines to read more Pahalgam attack: Deputy PM Ishaq Dar inadvertently admits Pakistan backs Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy TRF Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar made a big acceptance in connection to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) statement on April 25 condemning the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which killed 26 people, mostly tourists. UK stands with India, rejects BBC's denial on Pahalgam terror attack: 'Let me be clear...' The UK government on Wednesday said that it supports India in bringing perpetrators to justice as the UK's Parliament discussed the horrific terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. UK Government was also asked to address the BBC’s reference to the attack as “militancy”, to which it responded, "let me be clear: this was a horrific terrorist attack." Delta brings back GENIUS plan to beat Trump's tariffs for delivery of new Airbus Delta Air Lines has found a way to beat Donald Trump's tariffs. The airline is taking delivery of a new Airbus A350 aircraft this week, manufactured in Europe. However, instead of flying it directly to the US, it is taking it from the factory in Toulouse to Tokyo, Japan. Digital trucks demand justice for Pahalgam terror attack at Times Square: 'World must wake up' Amid global anger over the Pahalgam terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir, a truck was spotted at New York's Times Square demanding justice for the victims.A digital poster with pictures of Pahalgam terror attack victims' had "Humanity bleeds in Pahalgam, world must wake up' and 'we demand justice" written over it. WATCH | Trump, Carney agree to 'meet & work together'

Morning news brief: Pakistan inadvertently admits backing Lashkar proxy TRF; UK govt snubs BBC, and more

<p>Amid global anger over the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-live-updates-narendra-modi-union-cabinet-meeting-9016548" rel="dofollow">Pahalgam terror attack</a> in India's Jammu and Kashmir, a truck was spotted at New York's Times Square demanding justice for the victims. A digital poster with pictures of Pahalgam terror attack victims' had "Humanity bleeds in Pahalgam, world must wake up' and 'we demand justice" written over it. The poster highlighted the fact that innocent civilians were brutally killed by terrorists in Pahalgam's Baisaran Valley on April 22.&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Amidst global outrage, digital trucks at New York's Times Square call for justice for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerrorAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerrorAttack</a> victims <a href="https://t.co/KUsdwSySoT">pic.twitter.com/KUsdwSySoT</a></p>
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<p><span><strong>Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-pak-tensions-ishaq-dar-says-he-got-trfs-name-removed-from-unsc-statement-9016520" target="_blank" rel="noopener">India-Pak tensions: Ishaq Dar says he got TRF's name removed from UNSC statement</a></strong></span></p>
<p>Meanwhile, on Tuesday,&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave "complete operational freedom" to the Armed Forces to respond to Pakistan.&nbsp;<span>PM Modi chaired a high-level security meeting at his residence today, with the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, and Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh.</span></p>
<h2><span>Pahalgam terror attack and fallout of India-Pakistan ties</span></h2>
<p><span>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;</span>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.</p>
<p><strong>Read More |<span>&nbsp;</span><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></strong></p>
<p>On the diplomatic front, the Indian government halted the Indus Waters Treaty, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad and closed the Attari border. 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."</p>
<p>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;</p>
<p><strong>Read More |<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pakistans-defence-minister-khawaja-asifs-x-account-withheld-in-india-after-pahalgam-attack-9014120" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's X account 'withheld' in India after Pahalgam attack</a></strong></p>

World | Amid global anger over the Pahalgam terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir, a truck was spotted at New York's Times Square demanding justice for the victims.

Amid global anger over the Pahalgam terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir, a truck was spotted at New York's Times Square demanding justice for the victims. A digital poster with pictures of Pahalgam terror attack victims' had "Humanity bleeds in Pahalgam, world must wake up' and 'we demand justice" written over it. The poster highlighted the fact that innocent civilians were brutally killed by terrorists in Pahalgam's Baisaran Valley on April 22. Amidst global outrage, digital trucks at New York's Times Square call for justice for #PahalgamTerrorAttack victims pic.twitter.com/KUsdwSySoT — WION (@WIONews) April 30, 2025 Read More | India-Pak tensions: Ishaq Dar says he got TRF's name removed from UNSC statement Meanwhile, on Tuesday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave "complete operational freedom" to the Armed Forces to respond to Pakistan. PM Modi chaired a high-level security meeting at his residence today, with the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, and Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh. 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 and closed the Attari border. 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. Read More | Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's X account 'withheld' in India after Pahalgam attack

'Humanity bleeds, the world must wake up': Calls for justice against Pahalgam terror attack at NY's Times Square

India-Pak tensions: Pakistan Deputy PM Ishaq Dar acknowledges Islamabad's support to TRF

Pakistan's Deputy PM Ishaq Dar acknowledges support for TRF, a proxy group, while trying to get its name removed from a UNSC statement. Tensions rise between India and Pakistan, and US Senator Rubio urges de-escalation.

India-Pak tensions: Ishaq Dar says he got TRF's name removed from UNSC statement

<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently behind bars after conviction on corruption charges, has reacted to the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 unarmed, innocent civilians, most of them tourists. However, Khan stopped short of condemning the brutal </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">act</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> and instead tried to draw political mileage from the tragedy.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Avoids blaming terror, targets </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Indian</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> Government </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">instead</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In his first reaction to the horrific terror attack, on Tuesday (29 April), the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader called the incident &ldquo;deeply disturbing and tragic,&rdquo; yet chose not to denounce the terrorists responsible. Instead, he tried to divert attention by reviving old narratives, calling the 2019 Pulwama attack a &ldquo;false flag&rdquo; operation, and </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">trying</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> to pin the blame on the Indian government.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-wants-un-to-counsel-india-to-exercise-restraint-after-pahalgam-attack-9016114" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Pakistan wants UN to 'counsel India' to 'exercise restraint after Pahalgam attack</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">He even remarked that Pakistan remains divided but has </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">gotten</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> united now due to India&rsquo;s aggression.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Imran Khan pushes personal agenda from </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">jail</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Even from prison, Khan continued to push his local political agenda, calling the Shehbaz Sharif administration an &ldquo;illegitimate government&rdquo;.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&ldquo;It is high time to put a halt to all actions that are further polarising the nation,&rdquo; Khan said in a statement.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&ldquo;The state&rsquo;s excessive focus on political victimisation at this critical time is deepening internal divisions and undermining the nation&rsquo;s collective ability to confront external threats,&rdquo; he added.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/crushing-blow-to-terrorism-pm-modi-gives-complete-freedom-to-indian-armed-forces-to-act-against-pakistan-after-pahalgam-attack-jammu-and-kashmir-9015508" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'Crushing blow to terrorism': PM Modi gives 'complete freedom' to armed forces to act against Pakistan after Pahalgam attack</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Accuses political rivals of being soft on India</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Khan also launched a personal attack on his political opponents Nawaz Sharif and Asif Zardari, accusing them of staying quiet about India due to their huge financial interests abroad.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&ldquo;It is naive to expect any strong stance from self-serving figures like Nawaz Sharif and Asif Zardari. They will never speak out against India because their illegal wealth and business interests lie abroad,&rdquo; Khan claimed.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&ldquo;They profit from foreign investments, and to protect those financial interests, they remain silent in the face of foreign aggression and baseless allegations against Pakistan. Their fear is simple, that Indian lobbies might freeze their offshore assets if they dare to speak the truth,&rdquo; he added.</span></p>

Pakistan Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader called the incident “deeply disturbing and tragic,” yet chose not to denounce the terrorists responsible. India news

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently behind bars after conviction on corruption charges, has reacted to the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 unarmed, innocent civilians, most of them tourists. However, Khan stopped short of condemning the brutal act and instead tried to draw political mileage from the tragedy. Avoids blaming terror, targets Indian Government instead In his first reaction to the horrific terror attack, on Tuesday (29 April), the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader called the incident “deeply disturbing and tragic,” yet chose not to denounce the terrorists responsible. Instead, he tried to divert attention by reviving old narratives, calling the 2019 Pulwama attack a “false flag” operation, and trying to pin the blame on the Indian government. Also read: Pakistan wants UN to 'counsel India' to 'exercise restraint after Pahalgam attack He even remarked that Pakistan remains divided but has gotten united now due to India’s aggression. Imran Khan pushes personal agenda from jail Even from prison, Khan continued to push his local political agenda, calling the Shehbaz Sharif administration an “illegitimate government”. “It is high time to put a halt to all actions that are further polarising the nation,” Khan said in a statement. “The state’s excessive focus on political victimisation at this critical time is deepening internal divisions and undermining the nation’s collective ability to confront external threats,” he added. Also read: 'Crushing blow to terrorism': PM Modi gives 'complete freedom' to armed forces to act against Pakistan after Pahalgam attack Accuses political rivals of being soft on India Khan also launched a personal attack on his political opponents Nawaz Sharif and Asif Zardari, accusing them of staying quiet about India due to their huge financial interests abroad. “It is naive to expect any strong stance from self-serving figures like Nawaz Sharif and Asif Zardari. They will never speak out against India because their illegal wealth and business interests lie abroad,” Khan claimed. “They profit from foreign investments, and to protect those financial interests, they remain silent in the face of foreign aggression and baseless allegations against Pakistan. Their fear is simple, that Indian lobbies might freeze their offshore assets if they dare to speak the truth,” he added.

‘Disturbing, tragic’: Imran Khan reacts to Pahalgam terror attack, says ‘naive’ to expect action from Pak’s ‘illegitimate govt’

Hashim Musa, a former elite commando from Pakistan, has been identified as one of the four terrorists involved in the Pahalgam terror attack. As further details emerge from the investigation, more evidence of Pakistan's involvement in the tragic attack on April 22, which resulted in the deaths of 26 unarmed civilians, becomes evident.

India finds proof of Pak mastermind behind Pahalgam barbarity

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (April 29) gives "complete operational freedom" to Armed Forces to respond to Pakistan in the wake of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-attack-houses-of-3-active-terrorists-demolished-in-south-kashmir-counter-terror-operations-underway-9003047">Pahalgam terror attack</a>, that claimed the lives of at least 27 people.&nbsp;</p>
<p>PM Modi chaired a high-level security meeting at his residence today, with the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, and Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh.</p>
<p>He gave a green signal to the Indian armed forces to decide the mode, timing, and target of India's response to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-live-india-slams-pakistan-over-pahalgam-terror-attack-all-updates-9012721">Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: PM Modi gives 'complete freedom' to armed forces to respond to Pakistan</a></strong></p>
<h2><strong>'Crushing blow to terrorism'</strong></h2>
<p>He further reaffirmed that it is our "national resolve to deal a crushing blow to terrorism."</p>
<p>"PM Modi expressed complete faith and confidence in the professional abilities of the Indian armed forces. The Prime Minister said that they have complete operational freedom to decide on the mode, targets, and timing of our response," reported news agency PTI.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/will-support-india-guyana-high-commissioner-dharamkumar-on-pahalgam-terror-attack-9015525">Will support India: Guyana High Commissioner Dharamkumar on Pahalgam terror attack</a></strong></p>
<p>PM Modi is also set to convene the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on Wednesday morning.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Indian prime minister has also vowed to pursue the terrorists to the "ends of the earth" and ensure that they get the worst punishment "beyond their imagination".&nbsp;</p>
<p>After the Pahalgam terror attack, The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed responsibility for the horrific terror attack. However, they have denied their involvement on April 26.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Jammu and Kashmir Police released sketches of three suspects linked to the attack and announced a reward of Rs 20 lakhs for those who give any information about them.</p>
<p><strong>WATCH | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/will-support-india-guyana-high-commissioner-dharamkumar-on-pahalgam-attack-exclusive-interview-9015496">'Will support India': Guyana High Commissioner Dharamkumar on Pahalgam attack | Exclusive interview</a></strong></p>
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He gave a green signal to the Indian armed forces to decide the mode, timing, and target of India's response to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. India news Pakistan

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (April 29) gives "complete operational freedom" to Armed Forces to respond to Pakistan in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack, that claimed the lives of at least 27 people. PM Modi chaired a high-level security meeting at his residence today, with the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, and Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh. He gave a green signal to the Indian armed forces to decide the mode, timing, and target of India's response to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: PM Modi gives 'complete freedom' to armed forces to respond to Pakistan 'Crushing blow to terrorism' He further reaffirmed that it is our "national resolve to deal a crushing blow to terrorism." "PM Modi expressed complete faith and confidence in the professional abilities of the Indian armed forces. The Prime Minister said that they have complete operational freedom to decide on the mode, targets, and timing of our response," reported news agency PTI. Also read: Will support India: Guyana High Commissioner Dharamkumar on Pahalgam terror attack PM Modi is also set to convene the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on Wednesday morning. The Indian prime minister has also vowed to pursue the terrorists to the "ends of the earth" and ensure that they get the worst punishment "beyond their imagination". After the Pahalgam terror attack, The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed responsibility for the horrific terror attack. However, they have denied their involvement on April 26. The Jammu and Kashmir Police released sketches of three suspects linked to the attack and announced a reward of Rs 20 lakhs for those who give any information about them. WATCH | 'Will support India': Guyana High Commissioner Dharamkumar on Pahalgam attack | Exclusive interview

'Crushing blow to terrorism': PM Modi gives 'complete freedom' to armed forces to act against Pakistan after Pahalgam attack

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Pahalgam attack was meticulously planned and executed with military precision by Pakistan

<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Indian-origin politicians, especially those with roots in Punjab, have made a notable impact in Canada&rsquo;s newly elected Parliament. Out of around 75 candidates of Indian descent who contested the election, 24 have either won or are on track to win, a slight rise from the 21 seats secured in the 2021 federal vote.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Sukh Dhaliwal wins </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">sixth</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> term</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Leading the pack is veteran Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal from </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Surrey-Newton</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">, who has been elected for the sixth time. Originally from Punjab, the 65-year-old engineer-turned-land surveyor was first elected in 2006 and has held the Surrey&ndash;Newton seat since 2011.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-canada-bound-by-shared-democratic-values-pm-modi-congratulates-mark-carney-on-election-win-9014993" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'India, Canada bound by shared democratic values'; PM Modi congratulates Mark Carney on election win</a></strong></span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Anita Anand</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Anita Anand of the Liberal Party held </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">on to</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> her Oakville East seat, taking 50.7% of the vote. She defeated Conservative Ron Chhinzer, who got 45.1%, and now enters her third consecutive term in Ottawa.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Shuv Majumdar</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">On the Conservative side, Shuv Majumdar claimed the Calgary Heritage riding with a landslide win. He secured 61.7% of votes, leaving Liberal rival Scott Arnott far behind at 34.4%.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mark-carney-wins-big-in-canada-thanks-to-trumps-interference-did-his-51st-state-talk-hand-the-liberals-election-win-9014692" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mark Carney wins Big in Canada, thanks to Trump&rsquo;s interference: Did his &lsquo;51st State&rsquo; talk hand the Liberals election win?</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Randeep Sarai</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In Surrey Centre, lawyer and entrepreneur Randeep Sarai retained his seat. Sarai has served as MP since 2015 and continues to represent a constituency with a large South Asian population.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Parm Bains</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Parm Bains, also of the Liberal Party, won again in Steveston&ndash;Richmond East. A former media professional and lecturer, Bains has now secured his second term.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Gurbux Saini</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">First-time MP Gurbux Saini, representing Fleetwood&ndash;Port Kells, stood out with a personal story of grit. Having migrated from Punjab in 1970 with just $8, Saini rose from working in a lumber mill to becoming a plant manager and city councillor.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/internet-cheers-drubbing-of-canadas-pro-khalistani-leader-jagmeet-singh-will-his-loss-help-ease-delhi-ottawa-ties-9014763" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Internet cheers drubbing of Canada&rsquo;s pro-Khalistani leader Jagmeet Singh. Will his loss help ease Delhi-Ottawa ties?</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Sukhman Singh Gill</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">At just 25, Conservative Sukhman Singh Gill is likely to be the youngest MP in Parliament. Raised on a farm near Abbotsford, Gill beat Independent candidate Mike De Jong. His family hails from Bukanwala village in Punjab.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Jasraj Singh Hallan</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Indian-origin candidates performed especially well in Alberta. Jasraj Singh Hallan retained his Calgary East seat for the Conservatives. Born in Dubai to Indian parents, Hallan has been in Parliament since 2019.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Dalwinder Gill</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Dalwinder Gill won Calgary McKnight, beating Liberal candidate George Chahal. A real estate agent for 21 years, Gill credited his social media outreach for the win.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Amanpreet Singh Gill</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Another Conservative win came from Amanpreet Singh Gill in Calgary Skyview. A businessman and gurdwara manager, he triumphed despite past controversy linked to a temple dispute.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Watch:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/canada-elections-pro-khalistani-leader-jagmeet-singh-defeated-carney-wins-polls-9015747" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Canada Elections: Pro-khalistani Leader Jagmeet Singh Defeated, Carney Wins Polls</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Tim Uppal</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Veteran MP Tim Uppal kept his seat in Edmonton Mill Woods. First elected in 2008, Uppal has held ministerial roles including Minister of State for Democratic Reform.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Anju Dhillon</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In Quebec, Anju Dhillon of the Liberal Party continued her winning streak. Elected in 2015, she was the first South Asian woman MP from the province and has served as Parliamentary Secretary for the Status of Women.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Ruby Sahota</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Ontario saw several victories for Indian-origin candidates. Ruby Sahota (Liberal, Brampton North), a former minister and lawyer, secured another term. Iqwinder Gaheer, a Harvard-educated lawyer and one of the youngest MPs in 2021, held on to his Mississauga&ndash;Malton seat.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Maninder Sidhu</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Entrepreneur Maninder Sidhu won re-election in Brampton East, having first entered Parliament in 2019. Sonia Sidhu, representing Brampton South, also retained her position. A former diabetes educator, she has consistently worked on women&rsquo;s health and rights.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Parm Gill </span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Former provincial minister Parm Gill won the Milton East&ndash;Halton Hills South seat as a Conservative. Bardish Chagger, a former federal cabinet minister, kept her seat in Waterloo.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">This year&rsquo;s election has brought in 10 new Indo-Canadian MPs. </span></p>

Out of around 75 candidates of Indian descent who contested the election, 24 have either won or are on track to win, a slight rise from the 21 seats secured in the 2021 federal vote. World India news

Indian-origin politicians, especially those with roots in Punjab, have made a notable impact in Canada’s newly elected Parliament. Out of around 75 candidates of Indian descent who contested the election, 24 have either won or are on track to win, a slight rise from the 21 seats secured in the 2021 federal vote. Sukh Dhaliwal wins sixth term Leading the pack is veteran Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal from Surrey-Newton, who has been elected for the sixth time. Originally from Punjab, the 65-year-old engineer-turned-land surveyor was first elected in 2006 and has held the Surrey–Newton seat since 2011. Also read: 'India, Canada bound by shared democratic values'; PM Modi congratulates Mark Carney on election win Anita Anand Anita Anand of the Liberal Party held on to her Oakville East seat, taking 50.7% of the vote. She defeated Conservative Ron Chhinzer, who got 45.1%, and now enters her third consecutive term in Ottawa. Shuv Majumdar On the Conservative side, Shuv Majumdar claimed the Calgary Heritage riding with a landslide win. He secured 61.7% of votes, leaving Liberal rival Scott Arnott far behind at 34.4%. Also read: Mark Carney wins Big in Canada, thanks to Trump’s interference: Did his ‘51st State’ talk hand the Liberals election win? Randeep Sarai In Surrey Centre, lawyer and entrepreneur Randeep Sarai retained his seat. Sarai has served as MP since 2015 and continues to represent a constituency with a large South Asian population. Parm Bains Parm Bains, also of the Liberal Party, won again in Steveston–Richmond East. A former media professional and lecturer, Bains has now secured his second term. Gurbux Saini First-time MP Gurbux Saini, representing Fleetwood–Port Kells, stood out with a personal story of grit. Having migrated from Punjab in 1970 with just $8, Saini rose from working in a lumber mill to becoming a plant manager and city councillor. Also read: Internet cheers drubbing of Canada’s pro-Khalistani leader Jagmeet Singh. Will his loss help ease Delhi-Ottawa ties? Sukhman Singh Gill At just 25, Conservative Sukhman Singh Gill is likely to be the youngest MP in Parliament. Raised on a farm near Abbotsford, Gill beat Independent candidate Mike De Jong. His family hails from Bukanwala village in Punjab. Jasraj Singh Hallan Indian-origin candidates performed especially well in Alberta. Jasraj Singh Hallan retained his Calgary East seat for the Conservatives. Born in Dubai to Indian parents, Hallan has been in Parliament since 2019. Dalwinder Gill Dalwinder Gill won Calgary McKnight, beating Liberal candidate George Chahal. A real estate agent for 21 years, Gill credited his social media outreach for the win. Amanpreet Singh Gill Another Conservative win came from Amanpreet Singh Gill in Calgary Skyview. A businessman and gurdwara manager, he triumphed despite past controversy linked to a temple dispute. Watch: Canada Elections: Pro-khalistani Leader Jagmeet Singh Defeated, Carney Wins Polls Tim Uppal Veteran MP Tim Uppal kept his seat in Edmonton Mill Woods. First elected in 2008, Uppal has held ministerial roles including Minister of State for Democratic Reform. Anju Dhillon In Quebec, Anju Dhillon of the Liberal Party continued her winning streak. Elected in 2015, she was the first South Asian woman MP from the province and has served as Parliamentary Secretary for the Status of Women. Ruby Sahota Ontario saw several victories for Indian-origin candidates. Ruby Sahota (Liberal, Brampton North), a former minister and lawyer, secured another term. Iqwinder Gaheer, a Harvard-educated lawyer and one of the youngest MPs in 2021, held on to his Mississauga–Malton seat. Maninder Sidhu Entrepreneur Maninder Sidhu won re-election in Brampton East, having first entered Parliament in 2019. Sonia Sidhu, representing Brampton South, also retained her position. A former diabetes educator, she has consistently worked on women’s health and rights. Parm Gill Former provincial minister Parm Gill won the Milton East–Halton Hills South seat as a Conservative. Bardish Chagger, a former federal cabinet minister, kept her seat in Waterloo. This year’s election has brought in 10 new Indo-Canadian MPs.

Indo-Canadian MPs hit new high in Canada polls: How many got elected this year? | Full list

<p>US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday (April 29) said that the President Donald Trump's administration is "very close" to finalise a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/trade">trade </a>agreement with India, adding that it easy to do with India.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Bessent was speaking at a press briefing alongside White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The US treasury secretary said that negotiations with India have been "relatively smooth".&nbsp;</p>
<p>He noted that it is easy to negotiate because of the high tariffs, adding that the talks with the country are "moving well".&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jd-vance-speaks-on-us-indias-shared-priorities-calls-pm-modi-most-popular-leader-president-trump-wants-india-to-grow-8989489">'Most popular leader...tough negotiator': JD Vance praises PM Modi, asks India to ease tariffs</a></strong></p>
<p>He recalled US Vice President JD Vance's meeting with PM Modi.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"America's Asian trading partners and allies have been the most forthcoming in terms of doing the deals. As I mentioned, Vice President Vance was in India last week. I think that he and (Prime Minister Narendra) Modi made some very good progress. So I could see some announcements on India," Bessent told reporters at the White House.</p>
<p>When asked about the timeline for a trade deal, Bessent said, "I think that we are very close on India and in India...India, in a funny way, is easier to negotiate than the many other countries because they have very high tariffs and lots of tariffs."</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/autonews/trump-administration-to-ease-auto-tariff-impact-offering-relief-to-automakers-9014606">Trump administration to ease auto tariff impact, offering relief to automakers</a></strong></p>
<p>He added that it's much easier to confront the direct tariffs "when we got through these unfair trade deals that have been put in over decades, that the non-tariff trade barriers can be much more insidious and also harder to detect."</p>
<p>Bessent said that with a country like India, it is much easier to negotiate with them.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"So I think the Indian negotiations are moving well," he said.</p>
<p>Earlier on Monday, the US treasury secretary told CNBC that India is likely to be among the first countries to finalise a bilateral trade agreement with the US.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/end-of-cheap-hauls-sheins-prices-are-soaring-for-us-buyers-before-tariffs-bite-9009408">End of Cheap Hauls? Shein&rsquo;s Prices Are Soaring for US Buyers Before Tariffs Bite</a></strong></p>

Bessent was speaking at a press briefing alongside White House Press Secretary. Bessent said that negotiations with India have been "relatively smooth". World india news

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday (April 29) said that the President Donald Trump's administration is "very close" to finalise a trade agreement with India, adding that it easy to do with India. Bessent was speaking at a press briefing alongside White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The US treasury secretary said that negotiations with India have been "relatively smooth". He noted that it is easy to negotiate because of the high tariffs, adding that the talks with the country are "moving well". Also read: 'Most popular leader...tough negotiator': JD Vance praises PM Modi, asks India to ease tariffs He recalled US Vice President JD Vance's meeting with PM Modi. "America's Asian trading partners and allies have been the most forthcoming in terms of doing the deals. As I mentioned, Vice President Vance was in India last week. I think that he and (Prime Minister Narendra) Modi made some very good progress. So I could see some announcements on India," Bessent told reporters at the White House. When asked about the timeline for a trade deal, Bessent said, "I think that we are very close on India and in India...India, in a funny way, is easier to negotiate than the many other countries because they have very high tariffs and lots of tariffs." Also read: Trump administration to ease auto tariff impact, offering relief to automakers He added that it's much easier to confront the direct tariffs "when we got through these unfair trade deals that have been put in over decades, that the non-tariff trade barriers can be much more insidious and also harder to detect." Bessent said that with a country like India, it is much easier to negotiate with them. "So I think the Indian negotiations are moving well," he said. Earlier on Monday, the US treasury secretary told CNBC that India is likely to be among the first countries to finalise a bilateral trade agreement with the US. Also read: End of Cheap Hauls? Shein’s Prices Are Soaring for US Buyers Before Tariffs Bite

US-India trade deal soon? US Treasury Secretary Bessent says negotiations 'smoother' with India than other nations

<p>Tensions between India and Pakistan have taken a new turn after the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-must-break-all-ties-with-pakistan-ex-india-captain-sourav-ganguly-breaks-silence-on-pahalgam-terror-attack-9002729">Pahalgam terror attack</a> in Jammu and Kashmir killed at least 27 people on April 22. The relations between the two nations have even deteriorated.&nbsp;</p>
<p>India has accused Pakistan of the terror attack and have taken strict actions against the nation. Both countries are currently on alert as the situation remains strained.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Amid the ongoing tense relations between the two countries, let's rewind back to how India protected its historical monuments during the 1971 India-Pakistan war.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-live-india-slams-pakistan-over-pahalgam-terror-attack-all-updates-9012721">Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: PM Modi gives 'complete freedom' to armed forces to respond to Pakistan</a></strong></p>
<p>At that time, India was concerned that Pakistan's air force might target cultural landmarks to harm public morale during the 1971 war.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>What was the measure?</strong></h2>
<p>To protect the heritage monument, India took a precautionary measure to camouflage the Taj Mahal.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Indian administration camouflaged the Taj Mahal to shield it from Pakistan's potential aerial attacks.&nbsp;</p>
<p>One of the wonders of the world, Taj Mahal was draped in a massive green cloth to help in camouflage with its surroundings. Also, the lights around the white marble mausoleum were switched off and security was intensified during the night.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/crushing-blow-to-terrorism-pm-modi-gives-complete-freedom-to-indian-armed-forces-to-act-against-pakistan-after-pahalgam-attack-jammu-and-kashmir-9015508">'Crushing blow to terrorism': PM Modi gives 'complete freedom' to armed forces to act against Pakistan after Pahalgam attack</a></strong></p>
<p>Moreover, similar precautions were also taken at other Indian heritage monuments including Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Jaisalmer Fort.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In some of the cases, dummy structures were constructed or camouflage techniques were used to reduce radar visibility and evade detection.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The efforts by the Indian government was lauded by the local resident. Majorly, the people of Agra showed exceptional cooperation, recognising the Taj Mahal not just as a monument, but as a symbol of India&rsquo;s identity.</p>
<p><strong>WATCH | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/will-support-india-guyana-high-commissioner-dharamkumar-on-pahalgam-attack-exclusive-interview-9015496">'Will support India': Guyana High Commissioner Dharamkumar on Pahalgam attack | Exclusive interview</a></strong></p>

In some of the cases, dummy structures were constructed or camouflage techniques were used to reduce radar visibility and evade detection. India news pakistan

Tensions between India and Pakistan have taken a new turn after the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir killed at least 27 people on April 22. The relations between the two nations have even deteriorated. India has accused Pakistan of the terror attack and have taken strict actions against the nation. Both countries are currently on alert as the situation remains strained. Amid the ongoing tense relations between the two countries, let's rewind back to how India protected its historical monuments during the 1971 India-Pakistan war. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: PM Modi gives 'complete freedom' to armed forces to respond to Pakistan At that time, India was concerned that Pakistan's air force might target cultural landmarks to harm public morale during the 1971 war. What was the measure? To protect the heritage monument, India took a precautionary measure to camouflage the Taj Mahal. The Indian administration camouflaged the Taj Mahal to shield it from Pakistan's potential aerial attacks. One of the wonders of the world, Taj Mahal was draped in a massive green cloth to help in camouflage with its surroundings. Also, the lights around the white marble mausoleum were switched off and security was intensified during the night. Also read: 'Crushing blow to terrorism': PM Modi gives 'complete freedom' to armed forces to act against Pakistan after Pahalgam attack Moreover, similar precautions were also taken at other Indian heritage monuments including Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Jaisalmer Fort. In some of the cases, dummy structures were constructed or camouflage techniques were used to reduce radar visibility and evade detection. The efforts by the Indian government was lauded by the local resident. Majorly, the people of Agra showed exceptional cooperation, recognising the Taj Mahal not just as a monument, but as a symbol of India’s identity. WATCH | 'Will support India': Guyana High Commissioner Dharamkumar on Pahalgam attack | Exclusive interview

Taj Mahal was covered in giant green sheets during 1971 India-Pakistan war | Here's why

Guyana High Commissioner Dharamkumar Seeraj has extended his country's support to India in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal, he said Guyana President Ali 'supports India in whatever moves they are going to make to ensure that the perpetrators of this terrorist attack that they are brought to justice'. 

He pointed to briefings by Indian side in the aftermath of the terror attack in which 'name of Pakistan was mentioned'. 

Guyana is a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, & its stance is key to any diplomatic activity at the top UN body. It is believed that Pakistan, which is also a non-permanent member of UNSC can rake anti India issues at the top UN body.

'Will support India': Guyana High Commissioner Dharamkumar on Pahalgam attack | Exclusive interview

Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire along the line of control in Jammu and Kashmir for a fifth consecutive day. The exchange of fire between the Indian and Pakistani troops comes amid heightened tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad. China has called on India and Pakistan to exercise restraint in the region. Watch in for more details!

Pahalgam attack: China calls on India, Pak to exercise restraint, solve differences through dialogue

<p>Pakistani wives of former terrorists, who were rehabilitated in Kashmir under a government policy said that they would rather die than return to Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Alyza Rafiq arrived in Kashmir under the 2010 rehabilitation policy for former terrorists, and pleaded to authorities to allow them to stay in India or "send us in body bags."</p>
<p>Rafiq came to Kashmir in 2013 after she got married to a former terrorist, and said that she was told to leave India.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"We have been asked to leave the country. I have three children. They have told me to leave my youngest daughter here. She is little, how can I leave her here!" Rafiq told Indian news agency PTI.</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-live-india-slams-pakistan-over-pahalgam-terror-attack-all-updates-9012721">Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: High-level meeting begins at Union Ministry of Home Affairs, NIA verifying role of zip line operator</a></strong></p>
<p>In an emotional appeal, Rafiq made the request to Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"How can I leave my husband here? I have built a house here. We came here because of the government's policy &hellip; What have we done? What is our fault in this? We have election card, and Aadhar card. I have voted in elections," she said.</p>
<p>"I appeal to the Governor sahib, please do not be cruel to us. We have not committed any sin. Please let us live here. If not, then kill us and send our bodies across the border," she said while crying.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pakistans-defence-minister-khawaja-asifs-x-account-withheld-in-india-after-pahalgam-attack-9014120">Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's X account 'withheld' in India after Pahalgam attack</a></strong></p>
<p>Another Pakistani woman, Zahida Begum, expressed her ordeal, saying that she is also facing expulsion but wants to stay in Kashmir with her family.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"I do not want to go back. I have two daughters, Maryam and Aamna. My son, Faizan, is 10 and they are telling me to keep him here. I do not want to go back, please forgive me. I want to live here," Begum said.</p>
<p>She also showed her documents including her domicile certificate, Aadhar card, election card, and ration card, all issued by the Indian government.</p>
<p><strong>WATCH | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/allahu-akbar-then-gunfire-gujarat-tourist-rishi-bhatts-shocking-claim-on-pahalgam-terror-9014462">&lsquo;Allahu Akbar&rsquo;&hellip; then gunfire: Gujarat tourist Rishi Bhatt's shocking claim on Pahalgam terror</a></strong></p>
<p>"It will ruin the lives of my children," Begum sobbed. "I have been living here for 15 years, I have lived a good life and I want to live in peace. Even my children do not want to go back."</p>
<p>This comes after the horrific Pahalgam terror attack that killed at least 27 people. Following this, the Indian government announced that Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC visa exemption scheme. Moreover, any Pakistani national who is currently in India under the SVES visa has 48 hours to leave India.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It further stated that any Pakistani who fails to leave India as per the deadlines will be arrested, prosecuted and may face a jail term of up to three years or a fine of a maximum of Rs 3 lakh or both.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-how-much-lower-will-you-go-dhawan-slams-pakistan-shahid-afridi-for-rhetorical-anti-indian-army-comments-9014081">Pahalgam terror attack | 'How much lower will you go:' Dhawan slams Shahid Afridi for 'pointless' anti-Indian Army comments</a></strong></p>

Another Pakistani woman, Zahida Begum, expressed her ordeal, saying that she is also facing expulsion but wants to stay in Kashmir with her family. India news

Pakistani wives of former terrorists, who were rehabilitated in Kashmir under a government policy said that they would rather die than return to Pakistan. Alyza Rafiq arrived in Kashmir under the 2010 rehabilitation policy for former terrorists, and pleaded to authorities to allow them to stay in India or "send us in body bags." Rafiq came to Kashmir in 2013 after she got married to a former terrorist, and said that she was told to leave India. "We have been asked to leave the country. I have three children. They have told me to leave my youngest daughter here. She is little, how can I leave her here!" Rafiq told Indian news agency PTI. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: High-level meeting begins at Union Ministry of Home Affairs, NIA verifying role of zip line operator In an emotional appeal, Rafiq made the request to Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. "How can I leave my husband here? I have built a house here. We came here because of the government's policy … What have we done? What is our fault in this? We have election card, and Aadhar card. I have voted in elections," she said. "I appeal to the Governor sahib, please do not be cruel to us. We have not committed any sin. Please let us live here. If not, then kill us and send our bodies across the border," she said while crying. Also read: Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's X account 'withheld' in India after Pahalgam attack Another Pakistani woman, Zahida Begum, expressed her ordeal, saying that she is also facing expulsion but wants to stay in Kashmir with her family. "I do not want to go back. I have two daughters, Maryam and Aamna. My son, Faizan, is 10 and they are telling me to keep him here. I do not want to go back, please forgive me. I want to live here," Begum said. She also showed her documents including her domicile certificate, Aadhar card, election card, and ration card, all issued by the Indian government. WATCH | ‘Allahu Akbar’… then gunfire: Gujarat tourist Rishi Bhatt's shocking claim on Pahalgam terror "It will ruin the lives of my children," Begum sobbed. "I have been living here for 15 years, I have lived a good life and I want to live in peace. Even my children do not want to go back." This comes after the horrific Pahalgam terror attack that killed at least 27 people. Following this, the Indian government announced that Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC visa exemption scheme. Moreover, any Pakistani national who is currently in India under the SVES visa has 48 hours to leave India. It further stated that any Pakistani who fails to leave India as per the deadlines will be arrested, prosecuted and may face a jail term of up to three years or a fine of a maximum of Rs 3 lakh or both. Also read: Pahalgam terror attack | 'How much lower will you go:' Dhawan slams Shahid Afridi for 'pointless' anti-Indian Army comments

'Let us stay or kill us and send our bodies': Pakistani wives of former terrorists make emotional plea to stay in Kashmir

India has called Pakistan a rogue state exposing Islamabad for its role in supporting terrorism In a hard-hitting statement India's deputy permanent representative to the United Nations called out Pakistan for sponsoring terrorism.

Indian envoy lambasts Pakistan at UN forum for supporting terrorism

<p>In a dramatic reversal in fortunes for the Liberals, Mark Carney won the Canada elections and will form government soon, though it remains unclear if his party will get the majority. With Carney at the helm of affairs in Canada, New Delhi can hope to bury the past baggage of Trudeau's tenure.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Carney has stressed that the Canada-India relationship is "incredibly important", adding that "strains on the relationship" could be addressed with mutual respect. While Trudeau's last term depended on the support of pro-Khalistan leader Jagmeet Singh's National Democratic Party (NDP), Jagmeet Singh's loss in the polls and his decision to step down as NDP chief will prove beneficial for Canrney and in long-run the India-Canada ties.</p>
<p><strong>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/this-is-canada-and-we-decide-what-happens-here-mark-carneys-dig-at-sometimes-hostile-america-9013410">'This is Canada, and we decide what happens here': Mark Carney's dig at 'sometimes hostile' America</a></strong></p>
<p>The India-Canada relations reached the lowest in 2023 following allegations by the Trudeau government implicating "Indian agents" in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen and a Khalistani terrorist. &nbsp;India condemned the accusations as baseless. In October 2024, tensions escalated further when Canada expelled six Indian diplomats. The fallout led both nations to expel top envoys, freeze trade negotiations, and suspend official visits, with New Delhi accusing Ottawa of tolerating extremism and shielding Khalistanis. Only time will tell how Carney would tackle the Khalistani problem and restore India's faith.</p>
<p><strong>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/another-indian-student-dies-in-canada-vanshika-daughter-of-aap-leader-found-dead-9013054">Daughter of AAP leader studying in Canada found dead; father demands probe, says 'she wanted to win big in life'</a></strong></p>
<p>Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined other world leaders in congratulating Carney today, adding that he looked forward to unlocking "greater opportunities" for the people of both countries.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"Congratulations Mark J Carney on your election as the Prime Minister of Canada and to the Liberal Party on their victory. India and Canada are bound by shared democratic values, a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, and vibrant people-to-people ties. I look forward to working with you to strengthen our partnership and unlock greater opportunities for our people," wrote PM Modi on X.&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Congratulations <a href="https://twitter.com/MarkJCarney?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MarkJCarney</a> on your election as the Prime Minister of Canada and to the Liberal Party on their victory. India and Canada are bound by shared democratic values, a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, and vibrant people-to-people ties. I look forward to working&hellip;</p>
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1917135483366478224?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 29, 2025</a></blockquote>
<p><strong>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pakistans-defence-minister-khawaja-asifs-x-account-withheld-in-india-after-pahalgam-attack-9014120">Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's X account 'withheld' in India after Pahalgam attack</a></strong></p>
<h2><strong>As New Delhi and Ottawa move forward, here's a quick look at controversies under Trudeau:</strong></h2>
<p><br><strong>1. Trudeau&rsquo;s 2018 India Visit</strong></p>
<p>Trudeau&rsquo;s state visit to India was widely criticized for being diplomatically unproductive and overly focused on photo-ops and cultural events. Moreover,&nbsp;A convicted Khalistani terrorist, Jaspal Atwal, was invited to official events by the Canadian delegation, causing outrage in India.</p>
<p><strong>2. Khalistan Movement and Sikh Separatism</strong></p>
<p>India has repeatedly expressed concern over the activities of pro-Khalistan groups in Canada, including public rallies and threats against Indian diplomats.&nbsp;Trudeau has defended the right to free speech and peaceful protest. This issue has remained a major point of contention, with India accusing Canada of harbouring separatist elements.</p>
<p><strong>3. 2023 Diplomatic Crisis &ndash; Allegations Over Nijjar&rsquo;s Killing</strong></p>
<p>In September 2023, Trudeau accused the Indian government of being involved in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen and Khalistani separatist, in British Columbia. India rejected the allegations as &ldquo;absurd&rdquo; and &ldquo;motivated,&rdquo; demanding evidence that Canada has not made public yet. This ultimately led to diplomatic fallout between the two countries.</p>
<p><strong>4. G20 Summit 2023 (Delhi)</strong></p>
<p>Trudeau&rsquo;s participation in the G20 Summit in India was marked by frosty relations. A scheduled bilateral meeting with PM Modi happened late and led to India raising concerns about Khalistan extremism. Trudeau later accused India of not engaging constructively. Reportedly, Trudeau left the country two days later than planned &ndash; after a mechanical fault in his aeroplane.</p>
<p><strong>5. Suspension of Intelligence Sharing (Five Eyes Concerns)</strong></p>
<p>Trudeau&rsquo;s public allegations put pressure on allies in the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing alliance.&nbsp;While some allies (like the U.S.) called for an investigation, none fully endorsed Trudeau&rsquo;s claims publicly, leading to questions about Canada&rsquo;s diplomatic handling.</p>
<p><strong>6. Trade and Economic Impacts</strong></p>
<p>India paused negotiations on a free trade agreement with Canada in September 2023.&nbsp;New Delhi also suspended visas to the country. Since then,&nbsp;Canadian companies in India are facing ambiguity about their standing amid political tensions.</p>
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In a dramatic reversal in fortunes for the Liberals, Mark Carney won the Canada elections and will form government soon, though it remains unclear if his party will get the majority. With Carney at the helm of affairs in Canada, New Delhi can hope to bury the past baggage of Trudeau's tenure. Carney has stressed that the Canada-India relationship is "incredibly important", adding that "strains on the relationship" could be addressed with mutual respect. While Trudeau's last term depended on the support of pro-Khalistan leader Jagmeet Singh's National Democratic Party (NDP), Jagmeet Singh's loss in the polls and his decision to step down as NDP chief will prove beneficial for Canrney and in long-run the India-Canada ties. Read More | 'This is Canada, and we decide what happens here': Mark Carney's dig at 'sometimes hostile' America The India-Canada relations reached the lowest in 2023 following allegations by the Trudeau government implicating "Indian agents" in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen and a Khalistani terrorist. India condemned the accusations as baseless. In October 2024, tensions escalated further when Canada expelled six Indian diplomats. The fallout led both nations to expel top envoys, freeze trade negotiations, and suspend official visits, with New Delhi accusing Ottawa of tolerating extremism and shielding Khalistanis. Only time will tell how Carney would tackle the Khalistani problem and restore India's faith. Read More | Daughter of AAP leader studying in Canada found dead; father demands probe, says 'she wanted to win big in life' Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined other world leaders in congratulating Carney today, adding that he looked forward to unlocking "greater opportunities" for the people of both countries. "Congratulations Mark J Carney on your election as the Prime Minister of Canada and to the Liberal Party on their victory. India and Canada are bound by shared democratic values, a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, and vibrant people-to-people ties. I look forward to working with you to strengthen our partnership and unlock greater opportunities for our people," wrote PM Modi on X. Congratulations @MarkJCarney on your election as the Prime Minister of Canada and to the Liberal Party on their victory. India and Canada are bound by shared democratic values, a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, and vibrant people-to-people ties. I look forward to working… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 29, 2025 Read More | Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's X account 'withheld' in India after Pahalgam attack As New Delhi and Ottawa move forward, here's a quick look at controversies under Trudeau: 1. Trudeau’s 2018 India Visit Trudeau’s state visit to India was widely criticized for being diplomatically unproductive and overly focused on photo-ops and cultural events. Moreover, A convicted Khalistani terrorist, Jaspal Atwal, was invited to official events by the Canadian delegation, causing outrage in India. 2. Khalistan Movement and Sikh Separatism India has repeatedly expressed concern over the activities of pro-Khalistan groups in Canada, including public rallies and threats against Indian diplomats. Trudeau has defended the right to free speech and peaceful protest. This issue has remained a major point of contention, with India accusing Canada of harbouring separatist elements. 3. 2023 Diplomatic Crisis – Allegations Over Nijjar’s Killing In September 2023, Trudeau accused the Indian government of being involved in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen and Khalistani separatist, in British Columbia. India rejected the allegations as “absurd” and “motivated,” demanding evidence that Canada has not made public yet. This ultimately led to diplomatic fallout between the two countries. 4. G20 Summit 2023 (Delhi) Trudeau’s participation in the G20 Summit in India was marked by frosty relations. A scheduled bilateral meeting with PM Modi happened late and led to India raising concerns about Khalistan extremism. Trudeau later accused India of not engaging constructively. Reportedly, Trudeau left the country two days later than planned – after a mechanical fault in his aeroplane. 5. Suspension of Intelligence Sharing (Five Eyes Concerns) Trudeau’s public allegations put pressure on allies in the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing alliance. While some allies (like the U.S.) called for an investigation, none fully endorsed Trudeau’s claims publicly, leading to questions about Canada’s diplomatic handling. 6. Trade and Economic Impacts India paused negotiations on a free trade agreement with Canada in September 2023. New Delhi also suspended visas to the country. Since then, Canadian companies in India are facing ambiguity about their standing amid political tensions. Read More | Canada election result: Liberal Party's Mark Carney wins, will he lead a majority government?

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