<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">As tensions between India and Pakistan continue to rise after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, reports now suggest that Pakistan&rsquo;s Air Force (PAF) has received a shipment of China&rsquo;s advanced PL-15 air-to-air missiles.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Recent images released by PAF show the latest JF-17 Block III fighter jets carrying PL-15 Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missiles.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">As per a report by Eurasian </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Times,</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> the missiles delivered to PAF were sourced directly from China&rsquo;s People&rsquo;s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF), </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">and</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> not the export model known as PL-15E. If true, it would suggest a fast-tracked weapons delivery from China to Pakistan at a time when the threat of conflict between the two neighbours is running high.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The PL-15&rsquo;s extended range could give Pakistani pilots the ability to target Indian aircraft from much farther away, offering a potential advantage if hostilities escalate.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/how-pakistan-got-the-nuclear-bomb-india-pahalgam-terror-attack-9007958" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'Will go hungry, but get the bomb&rsquo;: How Pakistan got the nuclear bomb? A story of desperation, fear, and rivalry with India</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">What is the PL-15 missile?</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The PL-15 is a key part of China&rsquo;s plans for modern air combat. Developed by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), a state-run aerospace company, it is an active radar-guided, long-range air-to-air missile.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">It uses a dual-pulse solid rocket motor and features an AESA (active electronically scanned array) radar. This, along with a two-way datalink, allows for precise mid-air adjustments, improving accuracy during missions.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The missile has a reported range between 200 and 300 kilometres (120&ndash;190 miles) and can fly </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">at speeds</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> above Mach 5. At the Zhuhai Air Show last year, China displayed an upgraded version with folding fins, making it possible for fighter jets like the J-20 to carry six missiles instead of four.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/inside-india-pakistans-nuclear-arsenals-who-has-more-and-what-would-happen-if-new-delhi-islamabad-unleash-their-nukes-pahalgam-terror-attack-9007737" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Inside India, Pakistan&rsquo;s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes?</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Fallout</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> after </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Pahalgam</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> attack</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">These military developments come after a major terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed in a shooting. It was the deadliest attack in India since Pulwama in 2019.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Following the attack, India downgraded diplomatic ties with Pakistan, expelled Pakistani military officers, suspended the long-standing Indus Water Treaty, and closed the Attari land border post.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-backs-pakistans-call-for-impartial-pahalgam-terror-attack-probe-urges-india-to-show-restraint-is-china-taking-sides-9008342">China backs Pakistan's call for 'impartial' Pahalgam terror attack probe, urges India to show 'restraint': Is China taking sides?</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Pakistan retaliated by freezing the Simla Agreement and suspending other bilateral arrangements. It also closed its airspace to Indian flights, halted all trade with India, and warned that any attempt to cut off water supplies would be seen as an act of war.</span></p>

These military developments come after a major terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed in a shooting. Pakistan India News

As tensions between India and Pakistan continue to rise after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, reports now suggest that Pakistan’s Air Force (PAF) has received a shipment of China’s advanced PL-15 air-to-air missiles. Recent images released by PAF show the latest JF-17 Block III fighter jets carrying PL-15 Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missiles. As per a report by Eurasian Times, the missiles delivered to PAF were sourced directly from China’s People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF), and not the export model known as PL-15E. If true, it would suggest a fast-tracked weapons delivery from China to Pakistan at a time when the threat of conflict between the two neighbours is running high. The PL-15’s extended range could give Pakistani pilots the ability to target Indian aircraft from much farther away, offering a potential advantage if hostilities escalate. Also read: 'Will go hungry, but get the bomb’: How Pakistan got the nuclear bomb? A story of desperation, fear, and rivalry with India What is the PL-15 missile? The PL-15 is a key part of China’s plans for modern air combat. Developed by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), a state-run aerospace company, it is an active radar-guided, long-range air-to-air missile. It uses a dual-pulse solid rocket motor and features an AESA (active electronically scanned array) radar. This, along with a two-way datalink, allows for precise mid-air adjustments, improving accuracy during missions. The missile has a reported range between 200 and 300 kilometres (120–190 miles) and can fly at speeds above Mach 5. At the Zhuhai Air Show last year, China displayed an upgraded version with folding fins, making it possible for fighter jets like the J-20 to carry six missiles instead of four. Also read: Inside India, Pakistan’s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes? Fallout after Pahalgam attack These military developments come after a major terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed in a shooting. It was the deadliest attack in India since Pulwama in 2019. Following the attack, India downgraded diplomatic ties with Pakistan, expelled Pakistani military officers, suspended the long-standing Indus Water Treaty, and closed the Attari land border post. Also read: China backs Pakistan's call for 'impartial' Pahalgam terror attack probe, urges India to show 'restraint': Is China taking sides? Pakistan retaliated by freezing the Simla Agreement and suspending other bilateral arrangements. It also closed its airspace to Indian flights, halted all trade with India, and warned that any attempt to cut off water supplies would be seen as an act of war.

Pakistan deploys Chinese PL-15 missiles for first time. Is it a sign of escalation with India after Pahalgam attack?

<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Following the horrific attack in India's Pahalgam that killed 26 people, mostly tourists, China has called for restraint from both India and Pakistan, a statement that raises eyebrows, given the circumstances.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Wang Yi, a senior leader of the Communist Party of China and the Chinese foreign minister, spoke with Pakistan&rsquo;s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Sunday (April 27). The conversation took place at Pakistan&rsquo;s request.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">During the call, Dar updated Wang on the latest situation between Pakistan and India after the Kashmir terror attack.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/to-check-if-modi-is-lying-pakistan-wants-russia-china-to-join-pahalgam-terror-attack-probe-9008204" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'To check if Modi is lying': Pakistan wants 'Russia, China' to join Pahalgam terror attack probe</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">China backs Pakistan, calls for 'impartial' </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">investigation</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Wang Yi responded by saying that China is closely watching the situation as it unfolds. He said, &ldquo;Combating terrorism constitutes a shared responsibility of all nations,&rdquo; adding that China &ldquo;consistently supports Pakistan&rsquo;s firm counter-terrorism actions.&rdquo;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Wang went on to say, &ldquo;As an ironclad friend and all-weather strategic cooperative partner, China fully understands Pakistan&rsquo;s legitimate security concerns and supports its efforts to uphold its sovereignty and security interests.&rdquo;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Wang called for a prompt, impartial investigation and said that conflict would not serve the interests of either India or Pakistan. &ldquo;Beijing hopes both sides will exercise restraint, move toward each other, and work to de-escalate tensions,&rdquo; he said.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/how-pakistan-got-the-nuclear-bomb-india-pahalgam-terror-attack-9007958" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'Will go hungry, but get the bomb&rsquo;: How Pakistan got the nuclear bomb? A story of desperation, fear, and rivalry with India</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">This comes after Pakistan&rsquo;s Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, has called for countries like Russia, China, and even Western nations to take part in an independent investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">"I think Russia or China or even Western countries can play a very, very positive role in this crisis and they can even set up an investigation team that should be assigned this job to investigate whether India or Modi is lying or he is telling the truth. Let an international team find out," he said.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">India responds strongly to terrorism</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In response to the deadly attack, India has taken decisive action against Pakistan. Measures include downgrading diplomatic ties, suspending the Indus Water Treaty, and closing the Attari land transit post. These steps come as India seeks to hold Pakistan accountable for the bloodshed, the deadliest such attack since Pulwama in 2019.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Pakistan, on the other hand, has retaliated by suspending the Simla Agreement, cutting off trade links, closing its airspace to Indian flights, and warning that any move by India to divert river waters would be considered an act of war.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/inside-india-pakistans-nuclear-arsenals-who-has-more-and-what-would-happen-if-new-delhi-islamabad-unleash-their-nukes-pahalgam-terror-attack-9007737" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Inside India, Pakistan&rsquo;s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes?</a></span></strong></p>

This comes after Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, has called for countries like Russia, China, and even Western nations to take part in an independent investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack. India news Pakistan World

Following the horrific attack in India's Pahalgam that killed 26 people, mostly tourists, China has called for restraint from both India and Pakistan, a statement that raises eyebrows, given the circumstances. Wang Yi, a senior leader of the Communist Party of China and the Chinese foreign minister, spoke with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Sunday (April 27). The conversation took place at Pakistan’s request. During the call, Dar updated Wang on the latest situation between Pakistan and India after the Kashmir terror attack. Also read: 'To check if Modi is lying': Pakistan wants 'Russia, China' to join Pahalgam terror attack probe China backs Pakistan, calls for 'impartial' investigation Wang Yi responded by saying that China is closely watching the situation as it unfolds. He said, “Combating terrorism constitutes a shared responsibility of all nations,” adding that China “consistently supports Pakistan’s firm counter-terrorism actions.” Wang went on to say, “As an ironclad friend and all-weather strategic cooperative partner, China fully understands Pakistan’s legitimate security concerns and supports its efforts to uphold its sovereignty and security interests.” Wang called for a prompt, impartial investigation and said that conflict would not serve the interests of either India or Pakistan. “Beijing hopes both sides will exercise restraint, move toward each other, and work to de-escalate tensions,” he said. Also read: 'Will go hungry, but get the bomb’: How Pakistan got the nuclear bomb? A story of desperation, fear, and rivalry with India This comes after Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, has called for countries like Russia, China, and even Western nations to take part in an independent investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. "I think Russia or China or even Western countries can play a very, very positive role in this crisis and they can even set up an investigation team that should be assigned this job to investigate whether India or Modi is lying or he is telling the truth. Let an international team find out," he said. India responds strongly to terrorism In response to the deadly attack, India has taken decisive action against Pakistan. Measures include downgrading diplomatic ties, suspending the Indus Water Treaty, and closing the Attari land transit post. These steps come as India seeks to hold Pakistan accountable for the bloodshed, the deadliest such attack since Pulwama in 2019. Pakistan, on the other hand, has retaliated by suspending the Simla Agreement, cutting off trade links, closing its airspace to Indian flights, and warning that any move by India to divert river waters would be considered an act of war. Also read: Inside India, Pakistan’s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes?

China backs Pakistan's call for 'impartial' Pahalgam terror attack probe, urges India to show 'restraint': Is China taking sides?

<p>As part of the strict measures announced by the government, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) directed on April 24 that all Pakistani nationals on short-term visas must leave India by April 27. With the deadline approaching, those who fail to exit the country will face legal consequences.</p>
<p>Pakistani nationals who overstay beyond the deadline will be liable for arrest, prosecution, and penalties under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025. According to Section 23 of the Act, violations such as overstaying visas, breaching visa conditions, or entering restricted areas can result in up to three years' imprisonment, a fine of up to ₹3 lakh, or both.</p>
<h2><strong>What does the Act require?</strong></h2>
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<p>The Act, which came into effect on April 4, applies to all foreign nationals. It explicitly states that foreigners who remain beyond the permitted duration or breach visa terms are liable for prosecution. Pakistani nationals whose visas fall under categories such as business, journalist, conference, student, visitor, group tourist, film, and pilgrim must leave immediately to avoid legal action.</p>
<p>The 48-hour deadline for those on SAARC and short-term visas ends on Sunday, while those on medical visas have until April 29. Authorities have clarified that no further extensions will be granted, and enforcement measures will begin immediately after the expiry of the deadline.</p>
<p>In an official press release issued on Friday, the MEA further clarified that the suspension of visa services to Pakistani nationals does not affect long-term visas (LTVs) already granted to Hindu Pakistani nationals. These LTVs will remain valid despite the broader visa revocation orders.</p>
<p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/india-news/who-is-bilawal-bhutto-zardari-the-man-behind-the-blood-threat-to-india-9008031">Who is Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the man behind the 'blood threat' to India?</a></p>
<h2><strong>Exit directive issued after Pahalgam attack&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p>The Centre's directive came in response to the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Pahalgam on April 22, where 26 civilians were killed by Pakistan-linked terrorists. The government responded by announcing a series of strict measures, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and tightening visa regulations for Pakistani nationals.</p>
<p>A 'Leave India' notice was issued to all Pakistani nationals on short-term visas, requiring immediate departure.</p>

According to Section 23 of Immigration and Foreigners Act 2025, violations such as overstaying visas, breaching visa conditions, or entering restricted areas can result in up to three years' imprisonment, a fine of up to Rs 3 lakh, or both.

As part of the strict measures announced by the government, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) directed on April 24 that all Pakistani nationals on short-term visas must leave India by April 27. With the deadline approaching, those who fail to exit the country will face legal consequences. Pakistani nationals who overstay beyond the deadline will be liable for arrest, prosecution, and penalties under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025. According to Section 23 of the Act, violations such as overstaying visas, breaching visa conditions, or entering restricted areas can result in up to three years' imprisonment, a fine of up to ₹3 lakh, or both. What does the Act require? Also Read: 'Lost every single war': Pakistani author calls for uprising against own army The Act, which came into effect on April 4, applies to all foreign nationals. It explicitly states that foreigners who remain beyond the permitted duration or breach visa terms are liable for prosecution. Pakistani nationals whose visas fall under categories such as business, journalist, conference, student, visitor, group tourist, film, and pilgrim must leave immediately to avoid legal action. The 48-hour deadline for those on SAARC and short-term visas ends on Sunday, while those on medical visas have until April 29. Authorities have clarified that no further extensions will be granted, and enforcement measures will begin immediately after the expiry of the deadline. In an official press release issued on Friday, the MEA further clarified that the suspension of visa services to Pakistani nationals does not affect long-term visas (LTVs) already granted to Hindu Pakistani nationals. These LTVs will remain valid despite the broader visa revocation orders. Also Read: Who is Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the man behind the 'blood threat' to India? Exit directive issued after Pahalgam attack The Centre's directive came in response to the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam on April 22, where 26 civilians were killed by Pakistan-linked terrorists. The government responded by announcing a series of strict measures, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and tightening visa regulations for Pakistani nationals. A 'Leave India' notice was issued to all Pakistani nationals on short-term visas, requiring immediate departure.

India-Pak conflict: Pakistani nationals to face jail or Rs 3 lakh fine as deadline ends

<p>Amid the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, when several Pakistani leaders threaten to unleash nukes on India, a post by a Pakistani-origin author, Harris Sultan, stating, "<span>The Pakistani military has lost every single war&mdash;I think they&rsquo;re prepared to lose another one," is going viral on social media.</span></p>
<p>In a post on social media platform 'X,' Sultan said that even if India were to attempt to take Pakistan-administered Kashmir, it would not automatically trigger a nuclear war. He argued that Pakistani military leadership would not sacrifice the country for "Azaad Kashmir," expressing anger and frustration at what he called the military's dangerous rhetoric.</p>
<h2><strong>Comments follow Hanif Abbasi's nuke threat</strong></h2>
<p>Sultan&rsquo;s remarks follow Pakistani Minister Hanif Abbasi&rsquo;s threat earlier in the day, where he claimed that Pakistan&rsquo;s missile arsenal, including Ghori, Shaheen, and Ghaznavi missiles, along with 130 nuclear warheads, was ready "only for India."</p>
<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-unspoken-numbers-how-many-nuclear-warheads-lie-in-india-and-pakistans-hands-9007294">How many nuclear warheads lie in India and Pakistan's hands?</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">If there&rsquo;s one thing we can learn from Putin&rsquo;s regular nuclear sabre-rattling, it&rsquo;s that dictators value their own lives more than anything.<br><br>They would never use nuclear weapons in a regional conflict if it meant guaranteeing the destruction of their entire country.<br><br>If India&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/qWJ4XwsIiE">pic.twitter.com/qWJ4XwsIiE</a></p>
&mdash; Harris Sultan (@TheHarrisSultan) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheHarrisSultan/status/1915596463046090796?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 25, 2025</a></blockquote>
<p>Referring to global examples, Sultan wrote that dictators such as Russia&rsquo;s Vladimir Putin value their own survival above all else and are unlikely to use nuclear weapons if it guarantees their country's destruction. Sultan warned that while the use of a tactical nuclear weapon on Pakistani territory could not be ruled out, such an action would lead to serious consequences, including potential disarmament of the Pakistani military.</p>
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<p>The comments come amid worsening diplomatic and military tensions between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack in India, which triggered a series of strict measures and counter-measures between the two countries.</p>
<h2><strong>'A Call for unity among Pakistanis'</strong></h2>
<p>Pakistan&rsquo;s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif recently told Sky News that deteriorating ties could lead to full-scale war.</p>
<p>Calling for unity among Pakistanis, Sultan said that the Pakistani military has lost every war it has fought and urged the people to rid themselves of what he described as the 'corrupt military elite.' "<span>This time, I hope the people of Pakistan rise up and finally rid themselves of their corrupt military elite," he said. </span></p>
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A post by a Pakistani-origin author, Harris Sultan, stating, "The Pakistani military has lost every single war—I think they’re prepared to lose another one," is going viral on social media.

Amid the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, when several Pakistani leaders threaten to unleash nukes on India, a post by a Pakistani-origin author, Harris Sultan, stating, "The Pakistani military has lost every single war—I think they’re prepared to lose another one," is going viral on social media. In a post on social media platform 'X,' Sultan said that even if India were to attempt to take Pakistan-administered Kashmir, it would not automatically trigger a nuclear war. He argued that Pakistani military leadership would not sacrifice the country for "Azaad Kashmir," expressing anger and frustration at what he called the military's dangerous rhetoric. Comments follow Hanif Abbasi's nuke threat Sultan’s remarks follow Pakistani Minister Hanif Abbasi’s threat earlier in the day, where he claimed that Pakistan’s missile arsenal, including Ghori, Shaheen, and Ghaznavi missiles, along with 130 nuclear warheads, was ready "only for India." Also Read: How many nuclear warheads lie in India and Pakistan's hands? If there’s one thing we can learn from Putin’s regular nuclear sabre-rattling, it’s that dictators value their own lives more than anything. They would never use nuclear weapons in a regional conflict if it meant guaranteeing the destruction of their entire country. If India… pic.twitter.com/qWJ4XwsIiE — Harris Sultan (@TheHarrisSultan) April 25, 2025 Referring to global examples, Sultan wrote that dictators such as Russia’s Vladimir Putin value their own survival above all else and are unlikely to use nuclear weapons if it guarantees their country's destruction. Sultan warned that while the use of a tactical nuclear weapon on Pakistani territory could not be ruled out, such an action would lead to serious consequences, including potential disarmament of the Pakistani military. Also Read: 'Bhishma, BrahMos, Vikramaditya and more': India’s deadliest weapons that instill fear among enemies The comments come amid worsening diplomatic and military tensions between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack in India, which triggered a series of strict measures and counter-measures between the two countries. 'A Call for unity among Pakistanis' Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif recently told Sky News that deteriorating ties could lead to full-scale war. Calling for unity among Pakistanis, Sultan said that the Pakistani military has lost every war it has fought and urged the people to rid themselves of what he described as the 'corrupt military elite.' "This time, I hope the people of Pakistan rise up and finally rid themselves of their corrupt military elite," he said.

'Lost every single war': Pakistani author calls for uprising against own army

<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Pakistan&rsquo;s Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, has called for countries like <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/trump-says-india-pak-tension-is-1500-years-old-only-problem-is-pakistan-didnt-exist-then-pahalgam-attack-jammu-and-kashmir-pakistan-war-9006346" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Russia</a>, China, and even Western nations to take part in an independent investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking to Russian news agency RIA Novosti, Asif questioned India's version of events and pushed for an impartial probe.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">"I think Russia or China or even Western countries can play a very, very positive role in this crisis and they can even set up an investigation team that should be assigned this job to investigate whether India or Modi is lying or he is telling the truth. Let an international team find out," he told the agency.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/inside-india-pakistans-nuclear-arsenals-who-has-more-and-what-would-happen-if-new-delhi-islamabad-unleash-their-nukes-pahalgam-terror-attack-9007737" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Inside India, Pakistan&rsquo;s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes?</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Asif stressed that Pakistan&rsquo;s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, also supported the idea of an international inquiry. He argued that real evidence was needed before any accusations could be made against Pakistan regarding the attack.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">"Let's find out who is the culprit and the perpetrator of this incident in India, in Kashmir, talk or empty statements have no effect. There must be some evidence that Pakistan is involved or that these people were supported by Pakistan. These are just statements, empty statements and nothing more," Asif added.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Responsibility claim heightens tensions</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The terror attack, which claimed several lives, was claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF), who later denied any involvement in the attack. The group is widely believed to be linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, a Pakistan-based militant organisation. The incident has led to fresh tensions between India and Pakistan, with New Delhi pointing fingers at Islamabad for harbouring terror groups.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/how-pakistan-got-the-nuclear-bomb-india-pahalgam-terror-attack-9007958" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'Will go hungry, but get the bomb&rsquo;: How Pakistan got the nuclear bomb? A story of desperation, fear, and rivalry with India</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In a separate interview with Sky News, Khawaja Asif made a startling admission about Pakistan's history of supporting terrorist organisations, referring to it as &ldquo;dirty work&rdquo; carried out for Western powers.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Sky News presenter Yalda Hakim asked Asif, &ldquo;You do admit, sir, that Pakistan has had a long history of backing and supporting and training and funding these terrorist organisations?"</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Watch: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-pak-tensions-india-naval-movements-in-arabian-sea-pak-arms-bases-in-south-9008036" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">India-Pak tensions: India naval movements in Arabian Sea, Pak arms bases in South</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Asif responded, saying, &ldquo;Well, we have been doing this dirty work for the United States for about three decades, you know, and the West, including Britain."</span></p>

The terror attack, which claimed several lives, was claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF), who later denied any involvement in the attack. India news Pakistan

Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, has called for countries like Russia, China, and even Western nations to take part in an independent investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking to Russian news agency RIA Novosti, Asif questioned India's version of events and pushed for an impartial probe. "I think Russia or China or even Western countries can play a very, very positive role in this crisis and they can even set up an investigation team that should be assigned this job to investigate whether India or Modi is lying or he is telling the truth. Let an international team find out," he told the agency. Also read: Inside India, Pakistan’s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes? Asif stressed that Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, also supported the idea of an international inquiry. He argued that real evidence was needed before any accusations could be made against Pakistan regarding the attack. "Let's find out who is the culprit and the perpetrator of this incident in India, in Kashmir, talk or empty statements have no effect. There must be some evidence that Pakistan is involved or that these people were supported by Pakistan. These are just statements, empty statements and nothing more," Asif added. Responsibility claim heightens tensions The terror attack, which claimed several lives, was claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF), who later denied any involvement in the attack. The group is widely believed to be linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, a Pakistan-based militant organisation. The incident has led to fresh tensions between India and Pakistan, with New Delhi pointing fingers at Islamabad for harbouring terror groups. Also read: 'Will go hungry, but get the bomb’: How Pakistan got the nuclear bomb? A story of desperation, fear, and rivalry with India In a separate interview with Sky News, Khawaja Asif made a startling admission about Pakistan's history of supporting terrorist organisations, referring to it as “dirty work” carried out for Western powers. Sky News presenter Yalda Hakim asked Asif, “You do admit, sir, that Pakistan has had a long history of backing and supporting and training and funding these terrorist organisations?" Watch: India-Pak tensions: India naval movements in Arabian Sea, Pak arms bases in South Asif responded, saying, “Well, we have been doing this dirty work for the United States for about three decades, you know, and the West, including Britain."

'To check if Modi is lying': Pakistan wants 'Russia, China' to join Pahalgam terror attack probe

<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">As tensions between India and Pakistan continue to rise after the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, a Pakistani minister, Hanif Abbasi, recently tried to threaten India with a nuclear attack, saying that Pakistan&rsquo;s nukes &ldquo;aren&rsquo;t showpieces.&rdquo;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Anyone who has thought even briefly about the reality of nuclear war between the two countries knows how reckless such threats are, considering the devastation it would cause both sides.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">But how did it come to this? How did nuclear weapons become </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">such</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> a part of India and Pakistan&rsquo;s rivalry?</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">How did Pakistan get its first nuclear bomb?</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">While the historical record is rather unclear, the story of Pakistan&rsquo;s nuclear quest could be traced back to October 1964, when China tested its first atomic weapon.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/inside-india-pakistans-nuclear-arsenals-who-has-more-and-what-would-happen-if-new-delhi-islamabad-unleash-their-nukes-pahalgam-terror-attack-9007737" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Inside India, Pakistan&rsquo;s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes?</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Just days later, India&rsquo;s top nuclear scientist, Homi Bhabha, went on All India Radio and said something remarkable: India could build 50 nuclear bombs for just $21 million. He claimed it was cheap and achievable, even for a country still struggling after Partition.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">At the same time, Bhabha </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">made it clear</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> that if the world moved towards disarmament, India might not need to build bombs at all. But China, Britain, France, and others were busy building their arsenals. Disarmament wasn&rsquo;t happening.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">India&rsquo;s signal, that it could go nuclear if it wanted, didn&rsquo;t go unnoticed by Pakistan.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Pakistan feared getting left </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">behind</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">At that time, Pakistan&rsquo;s foreign minister was Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. In 1965, British journalist Patrick Keatley reported deep worries inside Pakistan&rsquo;s Defence Ministry. Officials feared that one morning, they might wake up to the news that India had become a nuclear power, and Pakistan would have no answer.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/our-missiles-are-not-for-decoration-pakistani-minister-threatens-india-in-video-says-130-nukes-hanif-abbasi-pahalgam-terror-attack-hammu-and-kashmir-9007072" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'Our missiles are not for decoration': Pakistan minister threatens India in video, says 130 nukes...</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Bhutto famously said, &ldquo;If India builds the bomb, we will eat grass or leaves, even go hungry, but we will get one of our own.&rdquo;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Later that year, Bhutto and President Ayub Khan visited Beijing and met Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai. Bhutto would later claim that he asked for China&rsquo;s help with nuclear technology, though some historians don't believe that.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Building the bomb became a national </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">mission</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Although Pakistan officially says it only started working on nuclear weapons after India&rsquo;s 1974 test, the planning seems to have begun much earlier.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In January 1972, just weeks after Pakistan&rsquo;s defeat in the Bangladesh war, Bhutto called a meeting of scientists at Multan. There, he urged them to build a bomb, fast. He wanted Pakistan to match the timeline of America&rsquo;s Manhattan Project, which had developed the first nuclear bombs in three years.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">For Bhutto, nuclear weapons weren&rsquo;t just about defence. After losing East Pakistan, he saw them as essential for survival. He also believed they would give Pakistan leverage over India and help him balance the power of the military at home.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">But Pakistan faced big </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">challenges</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Unlike India, Pakistan didn&rsquo;t have the industrial strength or scientific know-how to build a bomb on its own. It needed outside help or another way.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In 1973, after an attempt to get technology from Britain failed, Pakistan quietly made a deal with Belgium to set up a small nuclear reprocessing plant. This allowed Pakistan to extract plutonium, the material needed for bombs, but only in small amounts.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><strong>Watch: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/jk-pakistani-troops-open-fire-at-indian-posts-along-loc-9007747">J&amp;K: Pakistani troops open fire at Indian posts along LoC</a></strong></span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Pakistan also began talks with France for a much larger reprocessing plant. At the time, France was not bound by the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and could technically sell such technology. But the negotiations dragged on.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Later, Pakistan&rsquo;s top nuclear scientist Munir Ahmad Khan admitted that while they had hoped to build everything themselves, technical and financial barriers forced them to &ldquo;think differently.&rdquo;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">By 1974, India&rsquo;s nuclear test, nicknamed the "Smiling Buddha", changed everything. The race was officially on.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Around this time, a Pakistani metallurgist named Abdul Qadeer Khan, </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">working</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> in Europe, offered his services to Bhutto. Khan said he could help Pakistan build its </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">own</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> nuclear bomb.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In early 1976, AQ Khan returned to Pakistan, carrying stolen blueprints from the Dutch company Urenco. These designs showed how to enrich uranium, the key to making a nuclear bomb. It was a massive breakthrough for Pakistan.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Meanwhile, the US was </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">putting pressure on</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> France to cancel its nuclear deal with Pakistan.</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> France agreed, but not before Pakistan had learned a lot.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Quiet progress behind the scenes</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Although France officially cancelled the reprocessing deal in 1978, it was too late. AQ Khan opened another path for Pakistan, which was uranium enrichment.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Building the technology took time, but by the late 1980s, Pakistan was believed to have a basic nuclear weapon.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">During the tense military standoff known as Operation Brasstacks in 1986-87, Pakistan&rsquo;s implied nuclear capability likely helped deter full-scale war with India.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Pakistan goes public</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In 1992, Pakistan&rsquo;s Foreign Secretary made it clear for the first time that Pakistan could assemble a nuclear bomb. Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif later confirmed it more openly during a speech in Muzaffarabad, </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">in</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> Pakistan-administered Kashmir.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Even when the US tried to offer Pakistan advanced F-16 jets in exchange for slowing down its programme, Pakistan refused. The bomb had become a matter of national pride.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The tests of 1998</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In May 1998, after India conducted nuclear tests, Pakistan responded with tests of its own.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The two countries then signed the Lahore Declaration, agreeing to improve communication and reduce the risk of nuclear war.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">India later announced a "no first use" policy, promising not to launch a nuclear attack unless attacked first. Pakistan hasn&rsquo;t </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">made such a commitment</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> but insists its weapons are for defence only.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Currently, India is believed to have around 180 nuclear warheads, while Pakistan is estimated to have about 170. If you want to read more about how a nuclear war between India and Pakistan would look like, consider reading the following article:</span></p>
<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/inside-india-pakistans-nuclear-arsenals-who-has-more-and-what-would-happen-if-new-delhi-islamabad-unleash-their-nukes-pahalgam-terror-attack-9007737">Inside India, Pakistan&rsquo;s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes?</a></strong></p>

While the historical record is rather unclear, the story of Pakistan’s nuclear quest could be traced back to October 1964, when China tested its first atomic weapon. India News Pakistan

As tensions between India and Pakistan continue to rise after the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, a Pakistani minister, Hanif Abbasi, recently tried to threaten India with a nuclear attack, saying that Pakistan’s nukes “aren’t showpieces.” Anyone who has thought even briefly about the reality of nuclear war between the two countries knows how reckless such threats are, considering the devastation it would cause both sides. But how did it come to this? How did nuclear weapons become such a part of India and Pakistan’s rivalry? How did Pakistan get its first nuclear bomb? While the historical record is rather unclear, the story of Pakistan’s nuclear quest could be traced back to October 1964, when China tested its first atomic weapon. Also read: Inside India, Pakistan’s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes? Just days later, India’s top nuclear scientist, Homi Bhabha, went on All India Radio and said something remarkable: India could build 50 nuclear bombs for just $21 million. He claimed it was cheap and achievable, even for a country still struggling after Partition. At the same time, Bhabha made it clear that if the world moved towards disarmament, India might not need to build bombs at all. But China, Britain, France, and others were busy building their arsenals. Disarmament wasn’t happening. India’s signal, that it could go nuclear if it wanted, didn’t go unnoticed by Pakistan. Pakistan feared getting left behind At that time, Pakistan’s foreign minister was Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. In 1965, British journalist Patrick Keatley reported deep worries inside Pakistan’s Defence Ministry. Officials feared that one morning, they might wake up to the news that India had become a nuclear power, and Pakistan would have no answer. Also read: 'Our missiles are not for decoration': Pakistan minister threatens India in video, says 130 nukes... Bhutto famously said, “If India builds the bomb, we will eat grass or leaves, even go hungry, but we will get one of our own.” Later that year, Bhutto and President Ayub Khan visited Beijing and met Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai. Bhutto would later claim that he asked for China’s help with nuclear technology, though some historians don't believe that. Building the bomb became a national mission Although Pakistan officially says it only started working on nuclear weapons after India’s 1974 test, the planning seems to have begun much earlier. In January 1972, just weeks after Pakistan’s defeat in the Bangladesh war, Bhutto called a meeting of scientists at Multan. There, he urged them to build a bomb, fast. He wanted Pakistan to match the timeline of America’s Manhattan Project, which had developed the first nuclear bombs in three years. For Bhutto, nuclear weapons weren’t just about defence. After losing East Pakistan, he saw them as essential for survival. He also believed they would give Pakistan leverage over India and help him balance the power of the military at home. But Pakistan faced big challenges Unlike India, Pakistan didn’t have the industrial strength or scientific know-how to build a bomb on its own. It needed outside help or another way. In 1973, after an attempt to get technology from Britain failed, Pakistan quietly made a deal with Belgium to set up a small nuclear reprocessing plant. This allowed Pakistan to extract plutonium, the material needed for bombs, but only in small amounts. Watch: J&K: Pakistani troops open fire at Indian posts along LoC Pakistan also began talks with France for a much larger reprocessing plant. At the time, France was not bound by the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and could technically sell such technology. But the negotiations dragged on. Later, Pakistan’s top nuclear scientist Munir Ahmad Khan admitted that while they had hoped to build everything themselves, technical and financial barriers forced them to “think differently.” By 1974, India’s nuclear test, nicknamed the "Smiling Buddha", changed everything. The race was officially on. Around this time, a Pakistani metallurgist named Abdul Qadeer Khan, working in Europe, offered his services to Bhutto. Khan said he could help Pakistan build its own nuclear bomb. In early 1976, AQ Khan returned to Pakistan, carrying stolen blueprints from the Dutch company Urenco. These designs showed how to enrich uranium, the key to making a nuclear bomb. It was a massive breakthrough for Pakistan. Meanwhile, the US was putting pressure on France to cancel its nuclear deal with Pakistan. France agreed, but not before Pakistan had learned a lot. Quiet progress behind the scenes Although France officially cancelled the reprocessing deal in 1978, it was too late. AQ Khan opened another path for Pakistan, which was uranium enrichment. Building the technology took time, but by the late 1980s, Pakistan was believed to have a basic nuclear weapon. During the tense military standoff known as Operation Brasstacks in 1986-87, Pakistan’s implied nuclear capability likely helped deter full-scale war with India. Pakistan goes public In 1992, Pakistan’s Foreign Secretary made it clear for the first time that Pakistan could assemble a nuclear bomb. Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif later confirmed it more openly during a speech in Muzaffarabad, in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. Even when the US tried to offer Pakistan advanced F-16 jets in exchange for slowing down its programme, Pakistan refused. The bomb had become a matter of national pride. The tests of 1998 In May 1998, after India conducted nuclear tests, Pakistan responded with tests of its own. The two countries then signed the Lahore Declaration, agreeing to improve communication and reduce the risk of nuclear war. India later announced a "no first use" policy, promising not to launch a nuclear attack unless attacked first. Pakistan hasn’t made such a commitment but insists its weapons are for defence only. Currently, India is believed to have around 180 nuclear warheads, while Pakistan is estimated to have about 170. If you want to read more about how a nuclear war between India and Pakistan would look like, consider reading the following article: Inside India, Pakistan’s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes?

'Will go hungry, but get the bomb’: How Pakistan got the nuclear bomb? A story of desperation, fear, and rivalry with India

<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Tensions between India and Pakistan have sharply escalated after a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. In response, Pakistan&rsquo;s Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi has issued a warning to India, hinting at the possible use of nuclear weapons.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In a video now circulating widely online, Abbasi said, &ldquo;If they (India) stop water, they should be ready for war. Ghori, Shaheen and Ghaznavi are not for display. We have kept them for India. We have not kept 130 atomic weapons for a showpiece. You don't know where they are located in Pakistan.&rdquo;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">His threat comes after India announced tough measures against Pakistan, including downgrading diplomatic ties, suspending the Indus Water Treaty, and shutting down the Attari land-transit post. These steps followed the terror attack in Pahalgam, where 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed, the deadliest attack since the 2019 Pulwama incident.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Pakistan, in retaliation, suspended the Simla Agreement, halted all trade, closed its airspace to Indian flights, and warned that any attempt to divert river waters would be treated as an act of war.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-bunkers-are-back-is-india-planning-something-big-against-pakistan-as-tensions-rise-after-jk-pahalgam-attack-pm-modi-9005600" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'Modi bunkers are back!' Is India planning something BIG against Pakistan as tensions rise after Pahalgam attack?</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">How many nuclear weapons do India and Pakistan have?</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">According to the Federation of American Scientists, India&rsquo;s nuclear arsenal slightly outnumbers Pakistan&rsquo;s. As of January 2025, India had around 180 stored </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">nuclear</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> warheads, compared to Pakistan&rsquo;s 170.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Globally, nine countries collectively hold around 12,331 nuclear warheads. Exact figures remain uncertain because most nuclear-armed nations keep their stockpiles secret.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">What could an India-Pakistan nuclear war look like?</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">While the chances of war remain low, experts warn that a miscalculation could quickly turn a conventional conflict into a nuclear disaster. Recently declassified US intelligence documents from the 1980s and 1990s revealed that India could consider striking Pakistan&rsquo;s nuclear facilities if it felt seriously threatened.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cricket-shahid-afridi-ex-pakistan-captain-blames-indian-army-for-pahalgam-terror-attack-calls-them-inefficient-and-useless-9007522" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Ex-Pakistan captain blames Indian Army for Pahalgam terror attack, calls them &lsquo;inefficient and useless&rsquo;</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">A joint study by the University of Colorado Boulder and Rutgers University outlined a grim scenario if a nuclear war broke out. It estimated that India and Pakistan could unleash about 250 nuclear warheads on each other&rsquo;s cities, causing immediate deaths of at least 700,000 people.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">But the devastation would not end there. Fires triggered by the blasts would inject around 80 billion pounds of black smoke into the Earth&rsquo;s atmosphere, blocking sunlight and causing a severe drop in temperatures similar to conditions during the last Ice Age.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The nuclear conflict could kill between 50 to 125 million people within a week, making it deadlier than the entirety of World War II, and plunging the planet into a global climate catastrophe.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/our-missiles-are-not-for-decoration-pakistani-minister-threatens-india-in-video-says-130-nukes-hanif-abbasi-pahalgam-terror-attack-hammu-and-kashmir-9007072" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'Our missiles are not for decoration': Pakistan minister threatens India in video, says 130 nukes...</a></span></strong></p>

India news: The nuclear conflict could kill between 50 to 125 million people within a week, making it deadlier than the entirety of World War II. Paksitan

Tensions between India and Pakistan have sharply escalated after a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. In response, Pakistan’s Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi has issued a warning to India, hinting at the possible use of nuclear weapons. In a video now circulating widely online, Abbasi said, “If they (India) stop water, they should be ready for war. Ghori, Shaheen and Ghaznavi are not for display. We have kept them for India. We have not kept 130 atomic weapons for a showpiece. You don't know where they are located in Pakistan.” His threat comes after India announced tough measures against Pakistan, including downgrading diplomatic ties, suspending the Indus Water Treaty, and shutting down the Attari land-transit post. These steps followed the terror attack in Pahalgam, where 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed, the deadliest attack since the 2019 Pulwama incident. Pakistan, in retaliation, suspended the Simla Agreement, halted all trade, closed its airspace to Indian flights, and warned that any attempt to divert river waters would be treated as an act of war. Also read: 'Modi bunkers are back!' Is India planning something BIG against Pakistan as tensions rise after Pahalgam attack? How many nuclear weapons do India and Pakistan have? According to the Federation of American Scientists, India’s nuclear arsenal slightly outnumbers Pakistan’s. As of January 2025, India had around 180 stored nuclear warheads, compared to Pakistan’s 170. Globally, nine countries collectively hold around 12,331 nuclear warheads. Exact figures remain uncertain because most nuclear-armed nations keep their stockpiles secret. What could an India-Pakistan nuclear war look like? While the chances of war remain low, experts warn that a miscalculation could quickly turn a conventional conflict into a nuclear disaster. Recently declassified US intelligence documents from the 1980s and 1990s revealed that India could consider striking Pakistan’s nuclear facilities if it felt seriously threatened. Also read: Ex-Pakistan captain blames Indian Army for Pahalgam terror attack, calls them ‘inefficient and useless’ A joint study by the University of Colorado Boulder and Rutgers University outlined a grim scenario if a nuclear war broke out. It estimated that India and Pakistan could unleash about 250 nuclear warheads on each other’s cities, causing immediate deaths of at least 700,000 people. But the devastation would not end there. Fires triggered by the blasts would inject around 80 billion pounds of black smoke into the Earth’s atmosphere, blocking sunlight and causing a severe drop in temperatures similar to conditions during the last Ice Age. The nuclear conflict could kill between 50 to 125 million people within a week, making it deadlier than the entirety of World War II, and plunging the planet into a global climate catastrophe. Also read: 'Our missiles are not for decoration': Pakistan minister threatens India in video, says 130 nukes...

Inside India, Pakistan’s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes?

According to the latest Status of World Nuclear Forces report by the Federation of American Scientists (FAS), published in March 2025, India now possesses an estimated 180 nuclear warheads, overtaking Pakistan’s 170.

How many nuclear warheads lie in India and Pakistan's hands?

<p>Former Pakistan captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shahid-afridi" rel="dofollow">Shahid Afridi</a> has shockingly blamed the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/indian-army" rel="dofollow">Indian Army</a> for the Pahalgam terror attack in India's Kashmir early this week. On April 22, Pakistan-based terrorists killed 26 innocent lives in broad daylight, all tourists from India and abroad, in the deadliest attack on Indian soil since the 2019 Pulwama bombing.</p>
<p>Speaking on Samaa TV in Pakistan, Afridi reacted to the terrorist attack in India&rsquo;s Kashmir, saying even if a cracker bursts in that part of the country, everyone starts blaming Pakistan for it, adding that India has deployed over 800,000 soldiers there. Despite that, if an attack happens on their soil, then their armed forces should be blamed for that, calling them ineffective and useless.</p>
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<p>&ldquo;Even if a firecracker bursts there, they will blame it on Pakistan," Afridi said on Samaa TV.&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;You have an 8,00,000-strong army in Kashmir, and this still happened. It means you are inefficient and useless if you couldn't provide security to the people," he added.</p>
<h2>&lsquo;Their media acts like Bollywood&rsquo;</h2>
<p>Sharing his thoughts on India&rsquo;s media coverage of the Pahalgam terror attack, Afridi said he was left surprised seeing how the Indian media turned into Bollywood just one hour after the attack, urging them to stop acting up like that.&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;It's surprising that within an hour of the attack, their media turned into Bollywood. For God's sake, don't make everything Bollywood,&rdquo; Afridi continued.&nbsp;<br>The former T20 World Cup winner with Pakistan, Afridi, admitted enjoyed watching them talk like they did on Indian television.&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;I was astonished, in fact, I was enjoying the way they were talking," Afridi said. &ldquo;I was saying, look at their thinking, and they call themselves educated people.&rdquo;</p>
<h3>Show proof that Pakistan did it</h3>
<p>Although India had taken stern steps against Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terror attack by suspending the Indus Valley Treaty, downgrading diplomatic ties, recalling the Indian officials from Islamabad and closing the Attari border functioning, Afridi asked for proof of his country&rsquo;s involvement in this attack.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read | <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" rel="dofollow">'India must break all ties with Pakistan': Sourav Ganguly breaks silence on Pahalgam terror attack</a></strong></p>
<p>Meanwhile, without naming the Indian cricketers who openly blamed Pakistan for this Kashmir horror, Afridi said, &ldquo;There are two cricketers who have played so much cricket for India. They have been ambassadors and top cricketers, yet they directly blame Pakistan."</p>
<p>&ldquo;Brother, why Pakistan? Just show some proof,&rdquo; he concluded.</p>
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<p>Meanwhile, dark clouds hover over all sporting ties, including cricket, between both countries since the Pahalgam terror attack.&nbsp;</p>

Shahid Afridi reacted to the Pahalgam terror attack, saying even if a cracker bursts there, everyone blames Pakistan. India news, Sports, Cricket

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has shockingly blamed the Indian Army for the Pahalgam terror attack in India's Kashmir early this week. On April 22, Pakistan-based terrorists killed 26 innocent lives in broad daylight, all tourists from India and abroad, in the deadliest attack on Indian soil since the 2019 Pulwama bombing. Speaking on Samaa TV in Pakistan, Afridi reacted to the terrorist attack in India’s Kashmir, saying even if a cracker bursts in that part of the country, everyone starts blaming Pakistan for it, adding that India has deployed over 800,000 soldiers there. Despite that, if an attack happens on their soil, then their armed forces should be blamed for that, calling them ineffective and useless. Also read | Pahalgam terror attack: Indian Olympian Yogeshwar Dutt throws weight behind Neeraj Chopra over patriotism debate “Even if a firecracker bursts there, they will blame it on Pakistan," Afridi said on Samaa TV. “You have an 8,00,000-strong army in Kashmir, and this still happened. It means you are inefficient and useless if you couldn't provide security to the people," he added. ‘Their media acts like Bollywood’ Sharing his thoughts on India’s media coverage of the Pahalgam terror attack, Afridi said he was left surprised seeing how the Indian media turned into Bollywood just one hour after the attack, urging them to stop acting up like that. “It's surprising that within an hour of the attack, their media turned into Bollywood. For God's sake, don't make everything Bollywood,” Afridi continued. The former T20 World Cup winner with Pakistan, Afridi, admitted enjoyed watching them talk like they did on Indian television. “I was astonished, in fact, I was enjoying the way they were talking," Afridi said. “I was saying, look at their thinking, and they call themselves educated people.” Show proof that Pakistan did it Although India had taken stern steps against Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terror attack by suspending the Indus Valley Treaty, downgrading diplomatic ties, recalling the Indian officials from Islamabad and closing the Attari border functioning, Afridi asked for proof of his country’s involvement in this attack. Also read | 'India must break all ties with Pakistan': Sourav Ganguly breaks silence on Pahalgam terror attack Meanwhile, without naming the Indian cricketers who openly blamed Pakistan for this Kashmir horror, Afridi said, “There are two cricketers who have played so much cricket for India. They have been ambassadors and top cricketers, yet they directly blame Pakistan." “Brother, why Pakistan? Just show some proof,” he concluded. Watch Video – View this post on Instagram A post shared by SAMAA TV (@samaatv) Meanwhile, dark clouds hover over all sporting ties, including cricket, between both countries since the Pahalgam terror attack.

Ex-Pakistan captain blames Indian Army for Pahalgam terror attack, calls them ‘inefficient and useless’

Amidst escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, the Pakistani army continued firing along the Line of Control for the second consecutive night. According to the Indian army, soldiers from multiple Pakistani army posts opened fire at Indian troops. The situation in the valley also remains tense. A 45-year-old social activist, died after he was shot inside his residence by suspected terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara. In the wake of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam less than a week ago, security is being stepped up across the country. Union Home Minister of India, Amit Shah, held a meeting with Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora and instructed him to ensure that law and order in the national capital is not breached. Watch in for more details!

Pahalgam terror attack: Home minister asks Delhi police commissioner to beef up security

<p>Comedian Kevin Hart has cancelled the Indian show of his <em>Acting My Age</em> tour after the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The show was scheduled to be held at the Indira Gandhi Arena in Delhi this Wednesday, April 30th. The show's ticketing partner announced the news.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/we-stand-in-silence-and-solidarity-shreya-ghoshal-cancels-surat-concert-after-pahalgam-terrorist-attack-9003335"> 'We stand in silence and solidarity': Shreya Ghoshal cancels Surat concert after Pahalgam terrorist attack</a></strong></p>
<h2>Pahalgam attack leaves the nation mourning</h2>
<p>The Pahalgam attack is among the deadliest in Kashmir in recent years. On April 22, gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in the region, claiming the lives of 26 innocent people.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/arijit-singh-cancels-chennai-show-following-pahalgam-terrorist-attack-8999435">Arijit Singh cancels Chennai show following Pahalgam terrorist attack</a></strong></p>
<h2>Refunds and future plans for Kevin Hart's India tour</h2>
<p>In an email, it was revealed that after discussions with Kevin Hart's team, the event has been cancelled and all ticket holders will be issued refunds. They also shared that they were working with Hart's team to reschedule the show for a later date.</p>
<p>"In light of the recent tragic events, our hearts are heavy with grief and solidarity for those who were affected. During this difficult time, we, along with the artist, have collectively made the decision to cancel the upcoming show happening in Delhi this Wednesday, April 30th.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/subham-first-trailer-for-samantha-ruth-prabhu-horror-comedy-is-here-and-it-is-hilarious-9006952">Subham: First trailer for Samantha Ruth Prabhu horror comedy is here and it is hilarious</a></strong></p>
<p>While we were looking forward to gathering with all of you, we believe that it needs to be at a time that we all consider worth celebrating.</p>
<p>All ticket holders will receive full refunds, and the amount will be automatically refunded back to your original mode of payment within 5&ndash;7 working days.</p>
<p>We are currently working with Kevin Hart's team on a more appropriate schedule, and you will be notified when this is finalised.<br>Thank you for your understanding."</p>
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<p>At the time of writing this article, Kevin Hart and his team have yet to release an official statement regarding the cancellation. The next leg of his comedy tour will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on May 1st.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/alien-earth-new-teaser-hints-at-possible-xenomorph-vs-predator-showdown-9006829">Alien: Earth new teaser hints at possible Xenomorph vs Predator showdown</a></strong></p>

Comedian Kevin Hart has cancelled the Indian show of his Acting My Age tour after the Pahalgam terrorist attack.  The show was scheduled to be held in Delhi.

Comedian Kevin Hart has cancelled the Indian show of his Acting My Age tour after the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The show was scheduled to be held at the Indira Gandhi Arena in Delhi this Wednesday, April 30th. The show's ticketing partner announced the news. Also Read: 'We stand in silence and solidarity': Shreya Ghoshal cancels Surat concert after Pahalgam terrorist attack Pahalgam attack leaves the nation mourning The Pahalgam attack is among the deadliest in Kashmir in recent years. On April 22, gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in the region, claiming the lives of 26 innocent people. Also Read: Arijit Singh cancels Chennai show following Pahalgam terrorist attack Refunds and future plans for Kevin Hart's India tour In an email, it was revealed that after discussions with Kevin Hart's team, the event has been cancelled and all ticket holders will be issued refunds. They also shared that they were working with Hart's team to reschedule the show for a later date. "In light of the recent tragic events, our hearts are heavy with grief and solidarity for those who were affected. During this difficult time, we, along with the artist, have collectively made the decision to cancel the upcoming show happening in Delhi this Wednesday, April 30th. Also Read: Subham: First trailer for Samantha Ruth Prabhu horror comedy is here and it is hilarious While we were looking forward to gathering with all of you, we believe that it needs to be at a time that we all consider worth celebrating. All ticket holders will receive full refunds, and the amount will be automatically refunded back to your original mode of payment within 5–7 working days. We are currently working with Kevin Hart's team on a more appropriate schedule, and you will be notified when this is finalised. Thank you for your understanding." Kevin Hart cancels tour Photograph: (WION Web Desk) At the time of writing this article, Kevin Hart and his team have yet to release an official statement regarding the cancellation. The next leg of his comedy tour will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on May 1st. Also Read: Alien: Earth new teaser hints at possible Xenomorph vs Predator showdown

Kevin Hart cancels Indian leg of his 'Acting My Age' tour after Pahalgam terrorist attack

<p>A Pakistan minister, Hanif Abbasi, released a video amid the speculation of India-Pak war saying "our (Pakistan) missliles are not for decoration". Abbasi said that Pakistan will give India a "nuclear retaliation". He said that Pakistan's arsenal - including Ghori, Shaheen, and Ghaznavi missiles along with 130 nuclear warheads - has been kept "only for India".</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/world/shaadi-tak-jang-rok-do-pakistani-netizens-troll-themselves-amid-indo-pak-war-tensions-9006978">'Shaadi tak jang rok do': Pakistani netizens troll themselves amid Indo-Pak war tensions</a></strong></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">"Our missiles are not for decoration", says Pakistani minister as he uses words with racial overtones for Indians. <a href="https://t.co/Mri5r9oBTm">pic.twitter.com/Mri5r9oBTm</a></p>
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<p>His "warning" came in response of the Indus Water Treaty that India suspended after the terror attack. Abbasi said that if India halt Pakistan's water supply by suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, it should "prepare for a full-scale war". &nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/our-missiles-are-not-for-decoration-pakistani-minister-threatens-india-in-video-says-130-nukes-hanif-abbasi-pahalgam-terror-attack-hammu-and-kashmir-9007072">'Our missiles are not for decoration': Pakistan minister threatens India in video, says 130 nukes...</a></strong></p>
<p>"If they stop the water supply to us, then they should be ready for a war. The military equipment we have, the missiles we have, they're not for display. Nobody knows where we have placed our nuclear weapons across the country. I say it again, these ballistic missiles, all of them are targeted at you," he said in the video.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/pahalgam-terror-attack-pakistans-neutral-probe-demand-is-a-page-from-playbook-of-terror-sponsor-state-and-its-not-new-9006853">Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan's 'neutral' probe demand is a page from playbook of terror sponsor state, and it's not new</a></strong></p>
<h2><strong>Suspension of Indus Water Treaty </strong></h2>
<p>On Wednesday (April 23), PM Modi-led Indian government announced the temporary suspension of the 1960's Indus Water Treat with Pakistan, which was brokered by the World bank. The treaty government the distribution and use of the Indus river and its tributaries between India and Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-tactical-exercise-by-pakistans-air-force-amid-tensions-with-india-9006858">Breaking | Tactical exercise by Pakistan's air force amid tensions with India</a></strong></p>
<p>The Indus river system comprises all the major rivers of India: Ravi, Beas, Sutlej, Jhelum and Chenab. The Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej are collectively referred to as the eastern rivers, while the Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab are known as the western rivers. The river system is crucial for both India and Pakistan. Indian government has said the treaty will be suspended until Pakistan stops supporting the cross-border terrorism.&nbsp;</p>

Trending | India News | On Wednesday (April 23), PM Modi-led Indian government announced the temporary suspension of the 1960's Indus Water Treat with Pakistan, which was brokered by the World bank.

A Pakistan minister, Hanif Abbasi, released a video amid the speculation of India-Pak war saying "our (Pakistan) missliles are not for decoration". Abbasi said that Pakistan will give India a "nuclear retaliation". He said that Pakistan's arsenal - including Ghori, Shaheen, and Ghaznavi missiles along with 130 nuclear warheads - has been kept "only for India". Also read: 'Shaadi tak jang rok do': Pakistani netizens troll themselves amid Indo-Pak war tensions "Our missiles are not for decoration", says Pakistani minister as he uses words with racial overtones for Indians. pic.twitter.com/Mri5r9oBTm — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) April 27, 2025 His "warning" came in response of the Indus Water Treaty that India suspended after the terror attack. Abbasi said that if India halt Pakistan's water supply by suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, it should "prepare for a full-scale war". Also read:'Our missiles are not for decoration': Pakistan minister threatens India in video, says 130 nukes... "If they stop the water supply to us, then they should be ready for a war. The military equipment we have, the missiles we have, they're not for display. Nobody knows where we have placed our nuclear weapons across the country. I say it again, these ballistic missiles, all of them are targeted at you," he said in the video. Also read: Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan's 'neutral' probe demand is a page from playbook of terror sponsor state, and it's not new Suspension of Indus Water Treaty On Wednesday (April 23), PM Modi-led Indian government announced the temporary suspension of the 1960's Indus Water Treat with Pakistan, which was brokered by the World bank. The treaty government the distribution and use of the Indus river and its tributaries between India and Pakistan. Also read: Breaking | Tactical exercise by Pakistan's air force amid tensions with India The Indus river system comprises all the major rivers of India: Ravi, Beas, Sutlej, Jhelum and Chenab. The Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej are collectively referred to as the eastern rivers, while the Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab are known as the western rivers. The river system is crucial for both India and Pakistan. Indian government has said the treaty will be suspended until Pakistan stops supporting the cross-border terrorism.

'Our missiles are not for decoration': Pakistan minister threatens India in video, says 130 nukes...

<div dir="auto" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">The terror attack in Pahalgam, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jammu-and-kashmir">Jammu and Kashmir</a>, on April 22, 2025, which killed 26 innocent people and injured multiple, has once again resurrected tensions in South Asia. While India has taken numerous major actions against the neighbouring country, Pakistan has responded with an invitation to seek a &lsquo;neutral international probe&rsquo;, with an open invitation for the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/united-nations">United Nations</a> to intervene.</div>
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<div dir="auto">On its face, Islamabad's action is a positive, even pacifying, step. But looked closely &mdash; in the context of history, timing, diplomatic calculation and regional politics &mdash; it looks more a tactical move than a genuine move for justice.</div>
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<div dir="auto">According to several media reports, Pakistan has demanded&nbsp; an &lsquo;independent&rsquo; and &lsquo;neutral&rsquo; investigation overseen by international observers. Pakistan has stressed that only a third-party-led inquiry could &lsquo;credibly establish the truth&rsquo; of the Pahalgam terror attack.</div>
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<div dir="auto"><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/what-is-sachet-the-national-disaster-alert-app-pm-modi-mentioned-in-mann-ki-baat-9006715">What is 'Sachet,' the national disaster alert app PM Modi mentioned in Mann Ki Baat?</a></strong>
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<div dir="auto"><br>This is essential framing. By insisting on external intervention, Pakistan acts as a helpful player while implying that India is incapable of independently investigating terror attacks in a fair manner. It's a familiar diplomatic script &mdash; one that we have been seeing for quite a while now.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Pakistan&rsquo;s previous record puts to question the credibility of its recent offer. From the 26/11 Mumbai attacks to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pulwama">Pulwama</a> bombing, Islamabad has either denied any Pakistani-based terror groups' involvement or insisted on irrefutable evidence, all while hindering or derailing investigations internally.</div>
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<div dir="auto">In the Pulwama case, for example, even after Jaish-e-Mohammed took responsibility and India brought dossiers of evidence, Pakistan stalled under the pretext of &lsquo;examining&rsquo; the evidence &mdash; a tactic now infamous in diplomatic circles.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Likewise, after the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/uri-attack">Uri attack</a> (2016) and Pathankot (2016), even so-called &lsquo;joint investigation efforts&rsquo; fell through when Pakistani investigators tried to deflect blame on India.</div>
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<div dir="auto">With this history, Pakistan's present proposal seems to be more aimed at displaying diplomatic maturity in front of the international community than to achieve actual accountability.&nbsp;By talking about an international investigation, Pakistan is trying to shift the script &mdash; from that of a would-be perpetrator (or an accomplice) to that of a stakeholder in the war against terror. It's a classic ploy: Be in a corner, internationalise the crisis so that&nbsp; blame gets watered down.</div>
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<div dir="auto"><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/will-give-befitting-reply-to-perpetrators-of-pahalgam-terror-attack-says-pm-modi-9006610">PM Modi sends stern warning after Pahalgam terror attack; 'conspirators and perpetrators will face the harshest response'</a></strong>
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<div dir="auto"><br>The New York Times pointed out that Pakistan&rsquo;s appeal appears to be partly designed for an American and European audience, where demands for &lsquo;dialogue&rsquo; and &lsquo;neutral probes&rsquo; tend to receive a sympathetic hearing. By presenting itself as reasonable and cooperative, Pakistan attempts to muddy the distinction between victim and perpetrator in the minds of global policymakers.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Yet, there is a potential risk for Pakistan as well: If ever there is an actually independent international investigation (one cannot be sure), it might reveal painful realities regarding terror havens running within its borders.</div>
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<div dir="auto">India, in turn, has to walk a tight rope. Blunt rejection of the offer might be seen as reactive; blind acceptance might enable Pakistan to hijack the process.</div>
<div dir="auto">While Pakistan's proposal for an international investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack is framed as a high-minded gesture, history, timing, and strategic calculations lead to a different conclusion: It is much about diplomatic survival.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Without measurable actions &mdash; such as destroying known terror networks, surrendering terrorists, and prosecuting facilitators &mdash; Pakistan's newest proposal will be perceived as yet another eyewash rather than a genuine step.</div>
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<div dir="auto">More than empty words and diplomatic drama, victims of Pahalgam deserve justice. They deserve real change.</div>

Opinions & Blogs, India News, World, South Asia, Pakistan: More than empty words and diplomatic drama, victims of Pahalgam deserve justice. They deserve real change

The terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, 2025, which killed 26 innocent people and injured multiple, has once again resurrected tensions in South Asia. While India has taken numerous major actions against the neighbouring country, Pakistan has responded with an invitation to seek a ‘neutral international probe’, with an open invitation for the United Nations to intervene. On its face, Islamabad's action is a positive, even pacifying, step. But looked closely — in the context of history, timing, diplomatic calculation and regional politics — it looks more a tactical move than a genuine move for justice. According to several media reports, Pakistan has demanded an ‘independent’ and ‘neutral’ investigation overseen by international observers. Pakistan has stressed that only a third-party-led inquiry could ‘credibly establish the truth’ of the Pahalgam terror attack. Also Read: What is 'Sachet,' the national disaster alert app PM Modi mentioned in Mann Ki Baat? This is essential framing. By insisting on external intervention, Pakistan acts as a helpful player while implying that India is incapable of independently investigating terror attacks in a fair manner. It's a familiar diplomatic script — one that we have been seeing for quite a while now. What history tells Pakistan’s previous record puts to question the credibility of its recent offer. From the 26/11 Mumbai attacks to the Pulwama bombing, Islamabad has either denied any Pakistani-based terror groups' involvement or insisted on irrefutable evidence, all while hindering or derailing investigations internally. In the Pulwama case, for example, even after Jaish-e-Mohammed took responsibility and India brought dossiers of evidence, Pakistan stalled under the pretext of ‘examining’ the evidence — a tactic now infamous in diplomatic circles. Likewise, after the Uri attack (2016) and Pathankot (2016), even so-called ‘joint investigation efforts’ fell through when Pakistani investigators tried to deflect blame on India. With this history, Pakistan's present proposal seems to be more aimed at displaying diplomatic maturity in front of the international community than to achieve actual accountability. By talking about an international investigation, Pakistan is trying to shift the script — from that of a would-be perpetrator (or an accomplice) to that of a stakeholder in the war against terror. It's a classic ploy: Be in a corner, internationalise the crisis so that blame gets watered down. Also Read: PM Modi sends stern warning after Pahalgam terror attack; 'conspirators and perpetrators will face the harshest response' The New York Times pointed out that Pakistan’s appeal appears to be partly designed for an American and European audience, where demands for ‘dialogue’ and ‘neutral probes’ tend to receive a sympathetic hearing. By presenting itself as reasonable and cooperative, Pakistan attempts to muddy the distinction between victim and perpetrator in the minds of global policymakers. Yet, there is a potential risk for Pakistan as well: If ever there is an actually independent international investigation (one cannot be sure), it might reveal painful realities regarding terror havens running within its borders. India, in turn, has to walk a tight rope. Blunt rejection of the offer might be seen as reactive; blind acceptance might enable Pakistan to hijack the process. While Pakistan's proposal for an international investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack is framed as a high-minded gesture, history, timing, and strategic calculations lead to a different conclusion: It is much about diplomatic survival. Without measurable actions — such as destroying known terror networks, surrendering terrorists, and prosecuting facilitators — Pakistan's newest proposal will be perceived as yet another eyewash rather than a genuine step. More than empty words and diplomatic drama, victims of Pahalgam deserve justice. They deserve real change.

Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan's 'neutral' probe demand is a page from playbook of terror sponsor state, and it's not new

<p>National Investigation Agency (NIA) has now took over the Pahalgam terror attack investigation. The ministry of home affairs (MHA) directed the agency to accelerate the probe into the Aprill 22 terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir that took 26 innocent lives.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The agency is camping at the Pahalgam terror attack site since Wednesday (April 23).&nbsp;</p>
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<p>In a statement, NIA said, "The teams, overseen by an IG, a DIG and an SP from the anti-terror agency, are examining the eyewitnesses who had seen the horrifying attack unfold before their eyes at the peaceful and picturesque Baisaran valley. The eyewitnesses are being questioned in minute detail to piece together the sequence of events that led to one of the worst terror attacks in Kashmir."</p>
<p>After the terrorist attack, the Center has taken multiple decisions against Pakistan, including the Indus Water Treaty.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2><strong>Retaliatory measures&nbsp;</strong></h2>
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<p>The Indian government held an all-party meeting after the attack in which the opposition gave its full support to the BJP-led government to take any move against Pakistan.</p>
<p>However, the Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi raisd a question at the Center that why there were no soldiers at the site in Pahalgam where the attack happened.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Answering the question, the Narendra Modi-led government explained that the Baisaran area (site where the attack happened) was customarily secured ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra (a religious pilgrimage). The Yatra is set to begin from June.</p>

India News | The ministry of home affairs (MHA) directed the agency to accelerate the probe into the Aprill 22 terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir that took 26 innocent lives.

National Investigation Agency (NIA) has now took over the Pahalgam terror attack investigation. The ministry of home affairs (MHA) directed the agency to accelerate the probe into the Aprill 22 terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir that took 26 innocent lives. The agency is camping at the Pahalgam terror attack site since Wednesday (April 23). Also read: Pahalgam terror attack: J&K CM Omar Abdullah's emotional message for tourists: '...it may make our enemies win' In a statement, NIA said, "The teams, overseen by an IG, a DIG and an SP from the anti-terror agency, are examining the eyewitnesses who had seen the horrifying attack unfold before their eyes at the peaceful and picturesque Baisaran valley. The eyewitnesses are being questioned in minute detail to piece together the sequence of events that led to one of the worst terror attacks in Kashmir." After the terrorist attack, the Center has taken multiple decisions against Pakistan, including the Indus Water Treaty. Also read: PM Modi sends stern warning after Pahalgam terror attack; 'conspirators and perpetrators will face the harshest response' Retaliatory measures Also read: Pulwama, Pahalgam attack 'conspiracies by government': Teachers, lawyer among 19 arrested for remarks on terror attack in J&K The Indian government held an all-party meeting after the attack in which the opposition gave its full support to the BJP-led government to take any move against Pakistan. However, the Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi raisd a question at the Center that why there were no soldiers at the site in Pahalgam where the attack happened. Also read: pahalgamRussia general killed in Moscow; US president calls attack big one Answering the question, the Narendra Modi-led government explained that the Baisaran area (site where the attack happened) was customarily secured ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra (a religious pilgrimage). The Yatra is set to begin from June.

NIA takes over Pahalgam attack investigation. Here's how it's questioning eyewitnesses

<p>At least 19 arrests have been made after inflammatory or anti-India comments made by people across the northeastern states after the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir in which 27 tourists were gunned down. Among the dead was a Navy officer and an officer from the Intelligence Bureau.</p>
<p>These arrests have been made form Assam, Meghalaya and Tripura. An MLA, a journalist, students, a lawyer and retired teachers are all who have been arrested for sedition. The maximum number of arrests, 14, have been made in Assam.</p>
<p>Three of the fourteen arrests in Assam was made on Saturday alone from Hajo near Guwahati city, Hailakandi, and Nagaon. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma warned that his government would arrest anyone found directly or indirectly supporting Pakistan under the National Security Act (NSA).</p>
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<p>The arrests are largely related to social media posts, where inflammatory or anti-India comments have been made.</p>
<p>The first arrest made on Thursday (April 24) was of an MLA of the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) - an opposition party in Assam. The police after his arrest charged him with sedition &nbsp;for his statement that the Pulwama attack in 2019 and the Pahalgam attack were "conspiracies by the government". He has been sent to four days of police custody by the court.</p>
<p>&ldquo;If required, we will impose provisions of the National Security Act on them. We are examining all social media posts, and action will be taken against those who, we feel, are anti-national&hellip; There are no similarities between Bharat and Pakistan. The two countries are enemy nations and we must remain that way," CM Sarma said.</p>
<p>Other arrests made from Assam till Friday included Md AK Bahauddin and Md Javed Mazumder from Silchar, Md Jabir Hussain from Hailakandi, Md Mahahar Mia from Morigaon and Md Sahil Ali from Sivasagar. Two more arrests, Md Musta Ahmed alias Sahel from Karimganj was made for posting 'Pakistan Zindabad' on social media platform Facebook</p>

Three of the fourteen arrests in Assam was made on Saturday alone from Hajo near Guwahati city, Hailakandi, and Nagaon for making comments on Pahalgam attack | India News

At least 19 arrests have been made after inflammatory or anti-India comments made by people across the northeastern states after the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir in which 27 tourists were gunned down. Among the dead was a Navy officer and an officer from the Intelligence Bureau. These arrests have been made form Assam, Meghalaya and Tripura. An MLA, a journalist, students, a lawyer and retired teachers are all who have been arrested for sedition. The maximum number of arrests, 14, have been made in Assam. Three of the fourteen arrests in Assam was made on Saturday alone from Hajo near Guwahati city, Hailakandi, and Nagaon. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma warned that his government would arrest anyone found directly or indirectly supporting Pakistan under the National Security Act (NSA). Also Read: Trump says India-Pak tension is '1,500' years old. Only problem is Pakistan didn't exist then The arrests are largely related to social media posts, where inflammatory or anti-India comments have been made. The first arrest made on Thursday (April 24) was of an MLA of the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) - an opposition party in Assam. The police after his arrest charged him with sedition for his statement that the Pulwama attack in 2019 and the Pahalgam attack were "conspiracies by the government". He has been sent to four days of police custody by the court. “If required, we will impose provisions of the National Security Act on them. We are examining all social media posts, and action will be taken against those who, we feel, are anti-national… There are no similarities between Bharat and Pakistan. The two countries are enemy nations and we must remain that way," CM Sarma said. Other arrests made from Assam till Friday included Md AK Bahauddin and Md Javed Mazumder from Silchar, Md Jabir Hussain from Hailakandi, Md Mahahar Mia from Morigaon and Md Sahil Ali from Sivasagar. Two more arrests, Md Musta Ahmed alias Sahel from Karimganj was made for posting 'Pakistan Zindabad' on social media platform Facebook

Pulwama, Pahalgam attack 'conspiracies by government': Teachers, lawyer among 19 arrested for remarks on terror attack in J&K

<p>US President Donald Trump, like most of the western leaders, talked about the India-Pakistan tensions and said that the Kashmir conflict is "1,000" years old and India is facing border tensions with Pakistan since "1,500" years or even "more than that". The only problem with the statement of the US president is, Pakistan came on the maps just 78 years ago. &nbsp;</p>
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<p>Trump's not-so-factually-correct statement has raised questions on the knowledge of leaders about the conflict between the two nations and Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>
<p>This comes after a deadly attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22 that took 26 innocent lives.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Speaking with the reporters at Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday (April 26), Trump said "I am very close to India and I'm very close to Pakistan, and they've had that fight for a thousand years in Kashmir."&nbsp;</p>
<p>He kept on saying that the border tensions between India and Pakistan, countries parted in 1947, is ongoing "for 1,500 years". Trump said he is "confident" that both the nations would find a solution.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>"Kashmir has been going on for a thousand years, probably longer than that. That was a bad one (terrorist attack). There have been tensions on that border for 1,500 years. It's been the same, but I am sure they'll figure it out one way or the other. I know both leaders. There's great tension between Pakistan and India, but there always has been," the US president said.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Since his statement, internet has not been kind to the US president as some called him "idiot" for his limited knowlege about the history of the two nations and J&amp;K. &nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nothing-to-do-with-stupid-war-trump-rages-at-media-obama-says-no-russia-ukraine-deal-will-silence-critics-in-long-rant-9005436">'Nothing to do with stupid war': Trump rages at media, Obama; says no Russia-Ukraine deal will silence critics in long rant</a></strong></p>

World | India News | Pakistan | US President Donald Trump commented on the India-Pakistan tensions, highlighting the prolonged nature of the Kashmir conflict, which he noted as "1,500" years old.

US President Donald Trump, like most of the western leaders, talked about the India-Pakistan tensions and said that the Kashmir conflict is "1,000" years old and India is facing border tensions with Pakistan since "1,500" years or even "more than that". The only problem with the statement of the US president is, Pakistan came on the maps just 78 years ago. Also read: Another terrorist’s house blown up as crackdown intensifies after Pahalgam terror attack Trump's not-so-factually-correct statement has raised questions on the knowledge of leaders about the conflict between the two nations and Jammu and Kashmir. This comes after a deadly attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22 that took 26 innocent lives. Also read: 'Tone-deaf' Trump's disrespectful behaviour at Pope's funeral ignites online hate: 'Moron embarrassed us on world stage' Speaking with the reporters at Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday (April 26), Trump said "I am very close to India and I'm very close to Pakistan, and they've had that fight for a thousand years in Kashmir." He kept on saying that the border tensions between India and Pakistan, countries parted in 1947, is ongoing "for 1,500 years". Trump said he is "confident" that both the nations would find a solution. Also read: 'Illegal, unconstitutional': Who is VML? 2-year-old US toddler deported by Trump administration ‘with no meaningful process' "Kashmir has been going on for a thousand years, probably longer than that. That was a bad one (terrorist attack). There have been tensions on that border for 1,500 years. It's been the same, but I am sure they'll figure it out one way or the other. I know both leaders. There's great tension between Pakistan and India, but there always has been," the US president said. Since his statement, internet has not been kind to the US president as some called him "idiot" for his limited knowlege about the history of the two nations and J&K. Also read: 'Nothing to do with stupid war': Trump rages at media, Obama; says no Russia-Ukraine deal will silence critics in long rant

Trump says India-Pak tension is '1,500' years old. Only problem is Pakistan didn't exist then

Amidst the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, the Pakistani army continued unprovoked firing along the Line of Control for the second consecutive night.

Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistani troops open fire at Indian posts along the LoC

<p>A day after India&rsquo;s two-time Olympic medalist in javelin throw, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/neeraj-chopra" rel="dofollow">Neeraj Chopra</a>, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-neeraj-chopra-statement-on-inviting-pakistan-arshad-nadeem-for-nc-classic-says-after-what-happened-in-pahalgam-8999632" rel="dofollow">defended his patriotism on social media</a> following a sea of trolls and abuses hurled towards him, his fellow Olympian and a medal winner in wrestling, Yogeshwar Dutt, threw his weight behind him.</p>
<p>Neeraj became the talking point after the reports of him inviting Paris Games gold medalist <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/arshad-nadeem" rel="dofollow">Arshad Nadeem</a> from Pakistan to compete at the Neeraj Chopra Classic event in Bengaluru were made public; and what&rsquo;s the problem with this? It happened right after 26 innocent lives were shot dead in Pahalgam in India&rsquo;s Kashmir in the deadliest terrorist attack on the soil since the 2019 Pulwama bombing.</p>
<p>As the nation was fumed over this vicious attack on the tourists from India and abroad and mourning their untimely deaths at the same time, the news of Neeraj inviting his contemporary and arch-rival Arshad to India broke the internet.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/neeraj-chopra-to-skip-asian-athletics-championship-in-korea-know-why-9003877" rel="dofollow">Neeraj Chopra to skip Asian Athletics Championship in Korea. Know why</a></strong></p>
<p>Though Neeraj is known for keeping calm and composed over sensitive matters otherwise, massive social media trolling forced him to break the silence, which he did with his social media post.</p>
<p>He took it to his social media handles to defend his patriotism, wherein he explained that the invite was sent (to Arshad) two days before the Pahalgam terror attack and not afterwards.</p>
<p>&ldquo;There has been so much talk about my decision to invite Arshad Nadeem to compete in the Neeraj Chopra Classic, and most of it has been hate and abuse,&rdquo; Neeraj wrote in a note posted on his social media handles.&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;They haven&rsquo;t even left my family out of it. The invitation I extended to Arshad was from one athlete to another &mdash; nothing more, nothing less. The aim of the NC Classic was to bring the best athletes to India and for our country to be the home of world-class sporting events. Invites had gone out to all athletes on Monday, two days before the terrorist attacks at Pahalgam. After all that has taken place over the last 48 hours, Arshad&rsquo;s presence at the NC Classic was completely out of the question.&rdquo;</p>
<p>&ldquo;My country and its interests will always come first. To those that are going through the loss of their people, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Along with the entire nation, I am both hurt and angry at what has taken place. I am confident that our country&rsquo;s response will show our strength as a nation, and justice will be served,&rdquo; Neeraj continued.&nbsp;</p>
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&mdash; Neeraj Chopra (@Neeraj_chopra1) <a href="https://twitter.com/Neeraj_chopra1/status/1915609221313552451?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 25, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2>Yogeshwar backs Neeraj</h2>
<p>Yogeshwar Dutt, who won the bronze medal at the 2012 London Games in freestyle wrestling, supported Neeraj. Taking to his social media handles, Yogeshwar wrote in Hindi, saying,&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;Neeraj Bhai, you neither need to prove your patriotism nor to prove yourself. It is only a sportsperson and a soldier who raise the Tricolour flag on foreign soil and glorify the name of their land. And you are a soldier, along with being a sportsperson. These people who speak nonsense are those trivial ideological people who are neither concerned about the country nor patriotism. You are a champion, you are the leader of the nation, keep moving ahead like this. The champion is always the best,&rdquo; Yogeshwar wrote on social media.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="hi">नीरज भाई तुम्हें न तो अपनी देश भक्ति साबित करने की जरूरत है और न ही अपने आपको सिद्ध करने की।<br><br>एक खिलाड़ी और एक फौजी ही हैं जो विदेशी धरती पर तिरंगे का झंडा बुलंद करके अपनी माटी का नाम रोशन करते हैं। और आप तो एक खिलाड़ी के साथ एक फौजी भी हो। <br><br>ये अनर्गल बोलने वाले वो तुच्छ वैचारिक&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/fcblQNa6I4">https://t.co/fcblQNa6I4</a></p>
&mdash; Yogeshwar Dutt (@DuttYogi) <a href="https://twitter.com/DuttYogi/status/1915990879875084626?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 26, 2025</a></blockquote>

Though Neeraj is known for keeping calm and composed over sensitive matters otherwise, massive social media trolling forced him to break the silence. India news, Sports

A day after India’s two-time Olympic medalist in javelin throw, Neeraj Chopra, defended his patriotism on social media following a sea of trolls and abuses hurled towards him, his fellow Olympian and a medal winner in wrestling, Yogeshwar Dutt, threw his weight behind him. Neeraj became the talking point after the reports of him inviting Paris Games gold medalist Arshad Nadeem from Pakistan to compete at the Neeraj Chopra Classic event in Bengaluru were made public; and what’s the problem with this? It happened right after 26 innocent lives were shot dead in Pahalgam in India’s Kashmir in the deadliest terrorist attack on the soil since the 2019 Pulwama bombing. As the nation was fumed over this vicious attack on the tourists from India and abroad and mourning their untimely deaths at the same time, the news of Neeraj inviting his contemporary and arch-rival Arshad to India broke the internet. Also read | Neeraj Chopra to skip Asian Athletics Championship in Korea. Know why Though Neeraj is known for keeping calm and composed over sensitive matters otherwise, massive social media trolling forced him to break the silence, which he did with his social media post. He took it to his social media handles to defend his patriotism, wherein he explained that the invite was sent (to Arshad) two days before the Pahalgam terror attack and not afterwards. “There has been so much talk about my decision to invite Arshad Nadeem to compete in the Neeraj Chopra Classic, and most of it has been hate and abuse,” Neeraj wrote in a note posted on his social media handles. “They haven’t even left my family out of it. The invitation I extended to Arshad was from one athlete to another — nothing more, nothing less. The aim of the NC Classic was to bring the best athletes to India and for our country to be the home of world-class sporting events. Invites had gone out to all athletes on Monday, two days before the terrorist attacks at Pahalgam. After all that has taken place over the last 48 hours, Arshad’s presence at the NC Classic was completely out of the question.” “My country and its interests will always come first. To those that are going through the loss of their people, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Along with the entire nation, I am both hurt and angry at what has taken place. I am confident that our country’s response will show our strength as a nation, and justice will be served,” Neeraj continued. pic.twitter.com/yMsX8ggnLA — Neeraj Chopra (@Neeraj_chopra1) April 25, 2025 Yogeshwar backs Neeraj Yogeshwar Dutt, who won the bronze medal at the 2012 London Games in freestyle wrestling, supported Neeraj. Taking to his social media handles, Yogeshwar wrote in Hindi, saying, “Neeraj Bhai, you neither need to prove your patriotism nor to prove yourself. It is only a sportsperson and a soldier who raise the Tricolour flag on foreign soil and glorify the name of their land. And you are a soldier, along with being a sportsperson. These people who speak nonsense are those trivial ideological people who are neither concerned about the country nor patriotism. You are a champion, you are the leader of the nation, keep moving ahead like this. The champion is always the best,” Yogeshwar wrote on social media. नीरज भाई तुम्हें न तो अपनी देश भक्ति साबित करने की जरूरत है और न ही अपने आपको सिद्ध करने की। एक खिलाड़ी और एक फौजी ही हैं जो विदेशी धरती पर तिरंगे का झंडा बुलंद करके अपनी माटी का नाम रोशन करते हैं। और आप तो एक खिलाड़ी के साथ एक फौजी भी हो। ये अनर्गल बोलने वाले वो तुच्छ वैचारिक… https://t.co/fcblQNa6I4 — Yogeshwar Dutt (@DuttYogi) April 26, 2025

Pahalgam terror attack: Indian Olympian Yogeshwar Dutt throws weight behind Neeraj Chopra over patriotism debate

<p>As tensions intensify between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack, life at the remote border villages of Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir has once again taken a turn as 'Modi bunkers' are back in the picture.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Tensions along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district have increased and border villagers are preparing their underground bunkers.&nbsp;</p>
<p>This marks a stark reminder of the volatility that once depicted their daily life.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-attack-union-minister-puri-slams-bilawals-provocative-remark-says-pakistan-in-terminal-decline-9005580">Pahalgam attack: Union Minister Puri slams Bilawal's provocative remark, says Pakistan in &lsquo;terminal decline&rsquo;</a></strong></p>
<p>These bunkers are popularly known as "Modi bunkers" and are stacked with essentials like blankets and bedding as people over there braces for the worst.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The residents of Salotri and Karmarha located near Pakistani military posts, are now clearing and restocking their bunkers with important supplies as they take a precautionary measure.&nbsp;</p>
<p>According to footage by ANI, the bunkers include blankets, beds, and other essentials as they brace themselves for 'possible' future threats.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pigs-and-pakistanis-not-allowed-signboard-at-madhya-pradesh-eatery-after-pahalgam-terror-attack-9005460">'Pigs and Pakistanis not allowed': Signboard at Madhya Pradesh eatery after Pahalgam terror attack</a></strong></p>
<p>A resident of Karmarha village told ANI, &ldquo;The people had forgotten the bunkers. The bunkers are being cleaned again now. There is an atmosphere of fear, but we hope harmony will prevail in the valley."</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir | People of Karmarha village near the Line of Control clean the bunkers that were built by the government for the safety of the people <a href="https://t.co/pPsmxqE416">pic.twitter.com/pPsmxqE416</a></p>
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<p>While, another resident from the village expressed strong support for the government and military, saying that they are ready to assist, even at the cost of their lives.&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;We are with the government, we stand by them. We strongly condemn the terror attack, we are in support of our army and administration. Whenever they need us, we are ready to provide any possible support, even lay down our lives,&rdquo; the resident told ANI.</p>
<p>&ldquo;Earlier, there used to be firing incidents in this area. Our village is located near the LoC. We are cleaning the bunkers so that we can move our family to safety during such incidents. We are thankful to the central government for providing us with such bunkers,&rdquo; he added.</p>
<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-attack-im-indias-daughter-seema-haider-pleads-to-pm-modi-up-cm-yogi-adityanath-claims-she-is-hindu-amid-pakistan-visa-ban-indian-government-9004995">'Let me stay, I'm India's daughter': Seema Haider pleads to PM Modi, claims she is 'Hindu' amid&nbsp;Pakistan&nbsp;visa&nbsp;ban</a></strong></p>
<p><strong>What are 'Modi bunkers'?</strong></p>
<p>'Modi bunkers' are underground bunkers, built under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's second tenure. They were part of a major government initiative to increase the safety of residents.&nbsp;</p>
<p>These bunkers are built along the Line of Control (LoC) to protect civilians from cross-border shelling as they live near conflict-prone border areas.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Modi government extended financial and technical aid for building individual and community bunkers in such high-risk areas.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The government initially sanctioned 14,460 bunkers across five districts including Jammu, Kathua, Samba, Poonch, and Rajouri &mdash; with an additional 4,000 later approved to cover more vulnerable populations.</p>
<p>After Pakistan-based terrorists attacked terrorists in Pahalgam on April 22, the tensions between the two nations have intensified. Following the terror attack, The Resistance Front (TRF) claimed the responsibility for the attack.&nbsp;</p>
<p>However, earlier today, the TRF retracted from 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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Tensions along the Line of Control (LoC) in J&K's Poonch district have increased and border villagers are preparing their underground bunkers. India news pakistan

As tensions intensify between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack, life at the remote border villages of Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir has once again taken a turn as 'Modi bunkers' are back in the picture. Tensions along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district have increased and border villagers are preparing their underground bunkers. This marks a stark reminder of the volatility that once depicted their daily life. Also read: Pahalgam attack: Union Minister Puri slams Bilawal's provocative remark, says Pakistan in ‘terminal decline’ These bunkers are popularly known as "Modi bunkers" and are stacked with essentials like blankets and bedding as people over there braces for the worst. The residents of Salotri and Karmarha located near Pakistani military posts, are now clearing and restocking their bunkers with important supplies as they take a precautionary measure. According to footage by ANI, the bunkers include blankets, beds, and other essentials as they brace themselves for 'possible' future threats. Also read: 'Pigs and Pakistanis not allowed': Signboard at Madhya Pradesh eatery after Pahalgam terror attack A resident of Karmarha village told ANI, “The people had forgotten the bunkers. The bunkers are being cleaned again now. There is an atmosphere of fear, but we hope harmony will prevail in the valley." #WATCH | Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir | People of Karmarha village near the Line of Control clean the bunkers that were built by the government for the safety of the people pic.twitter.com/pPsmxqE416 — ANI (@ANI) April 26, 2025 While, another resident from the village expressed strong support for the government and military, saying that they are ready to assist, even at the cost of their lives. “We are with the government, we stand by them. We strongly condemn the terror attack, we are in support of our army and administration. Whenever they need us, we are ready to provide any possible support, even lay down our lives,” the resident told ANI. “Earlier, there used to be firing incidents in this area. Our village is located near the LoC. We are cleaning the bunkers so that we can move our family to safety during such incidents. We are thankful to the central government for providing us with such bunkers,” he added. Also read: 'Let me stay, I'm India's daughter': Seema Haider pleads to PM Modi, claims she is 'Hindu' amid Pakistan visa ban What are 'Modi bunkers'? 'Modi bunkers' are underground bunkers, built under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's second tenure. They were part of a major government initiative to increase the safety of residents. These bunkers are built along the Line of Control (LoC) to protect civilians from cross-border shelling as they live near conflict-prone border areas. The Modi government extended financial and technical aid for building individual and community bunkers in such high-risk areas. The government initially sanctioned 14,460 bunkers across five districts including Jammu, Kathua, Samba, Poonch, and Rajouri — with an additional 4,000 later approved to cover more vulnerable populations. After Pakistan-based terrorists attacked terrorists in Pahalgam on April 22, the tensions between the two nations have intensified. Following the terror attack, The Resistance Front (TRF) claimed the responsibility for the attack. However, earlier today, the TRF retracted from its statement, saying that any attribution of the attack to them was “false” and “hasty.” WATCH | New airspace guidelines in India after Pakistan closes airspace

'Modi bunkers are back!' Is India planning something BIG against Pakistan as tensions rise after Pahalgam attack?

<p>The scenic beauty of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pahalgam">Pahalgam</a>, a tourist destination, was turned into a scene of tears and sorrow as a deadly terror attack took lives of 26 innocent civilians at the Bisaran meadow in Pahalgam in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jammu-and-kashmir">Jammu and Kashmir</a> on April 22, 2025.</p>
<p>The incident has sparked debates around security, tourist awareness, and the often-overlooked dynamics between terrain familiarity and local tourism practices.</p>
<p>In an exclusive interview with WION, Retired Colonel Shailendra Singh, a veteran who has served across Jammu and Kashmir for over nine years, shed light on the aftermath of the cowardly attack and much more.</p>
<p>Having held postings in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/srinagar">Srinagar</a>, Banihal, and Kathua, his perspective bridges tactical military understanding with the ground realities of life and travel in the region.</p>
<p>&ldquo;We didn&rsquo;t have a strike like this,&rdquo; he recalled with conviction. &ldquo;These areas were always well protected. They never attacked there&mdash;they attacked elsewhere.&rdquo;</p>
<h2>'Pahalgam is not a small area'</h2>
<p>This distinction, he explained, was due to tight security perimeters maintained around Army camps, often extending 2&ndash;3 kilometers, reinforced by constant patrolling and surveillance. Banihal, in particular, was a strategically crucial location during his service. &ldquo;Our job was to not let them reach Banihal,&rdquo; he added.</p>
<p>Colonel Shailendra Singh's reflections on Pahalgam went beyond strategic discourse and into the very essence of its geography and tourism. He said, "Pahalgam is not a small area. It spreads out well beyond the developed zone. Where the road ends, most tourists think that&rsquo;s it&mdash;but the terrain continues, deeply.&rdquo;</p>
<p>The site of the April 22 attack, Baisaran Valley, lies approximately 5-7 kilometers from the main road. Known for its lush meadows and scenic beauty, it is accessible only by foot or on horseback&mdash;usually facilitated by local horsemen, or khachharwalas. This stretch, however, is not part of the formally designated safe zone, which typically extends only 2&ndash;3 kilometers from Pahalgam's main road.</p>
<p>&ldquo;As soon as you cross that tree line, you come to an open area&mdash;beautiful, yes&mdash;but beyond that, it&rsquo;s considered unsafe," he explained.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, in the aftermath of the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian government held an all-party meeting in New Delhi on Thursday (Apr 24).</p>
<p>During the meeting, security lapse was also discussed in the meeting, Union Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/kiren-rijiju">Kiren Rijiju</a> said. He said, "<span>The Defence Minister informed about the incident that happened in Pahalgam and the actions taken by the Indian government in the CCS meeting. This incident is very sad. Due to which everyone in the country is worried, keeping this in mind, the Indian government has also expressed its intention to take more stringent action today..."</span></p>
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India News, Pakistan: In the aftermath of the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian government held an all-party meeting in New Delhi on Thursday

The scenic beauty of Pahalgam, a tourist destination, was turned into a scene of tears and sorrow as a deadly terror attack took lives of 26 innocent civilians at the Bisaran meadow in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, 2025. The incident has sparked debates around security, tourist awareness, and the often-overlooked dynamics between terrain familiarity and local tourism practices. In an exclusive interview with WION, Retired Colonel Shailendra Singh, a veteran who has served across Jammu and Kashmir for over nine years, shed light on the aftermath of the cowardly attack and much more. Having held postings in Srinagar, Banihal, and Kathua, his perspective bridges tactical military understanding with the ground realities of life and travel in the region. “We didn’t have a strike like this,” he recalled with conviction. “These areas were always well protected. They never attacked there—they attacked elsewhere.” 'Pahalgam is not a small area' This distinction, he explained, was due to tight security perimeters maintained around Army camps, often extending 2–3 kilometers, reinforced by constant patrolling and surveillance. Banihal, in particular, was a strategically crucial location during his service. “Our job was to not let them reach Banihal,” he added. Colonel Shailendra Singh's reflections on Pahalgam went beyond strategic discourse and into the very essence of its geography and tourism. He said, "Pahalgam is not a small area. It spreads out well beyond the developed zone. Where the road ends, most tourists think that’s it—but the terrain continues, deeply.” The site of the April 22 attack, Baisaran Valley, lies approximately 5-7 kilometers from the main road. Known for its lush meadows and scenic beauty, it is accessible only by foot or on horseback—usually facilitated by local horsemen, or khachharwalas. This stretch, however, is not part of the formally designated safe zone, which typically extends only 2–3 kilometers from Pahalgam's main road. “As soon as you cross that tree line, you come to an open area—beautiful, yes—but beyond that, it’s considered unsafe," he explained. Meanwhile, in the aftermath of the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian government held an all-party meeting in New Delhi on Thursday (Apr 24). During the meeting, security lapse was also discussed in the meeting, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said. He said, "The Defence Minister informed about the incident that happened in Pahalgam and the actions taken by the Indian government in the CCS meeting. This incident is very sad. Due to which everyone in the country is worried, keeping this in mind, the Indian government has also expressed its intention to take more stringent action today..." Watch the video: #WATCH | Delhi: After the all-party meeting, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju says, "The Defence Minister informed about the incident that happened in Pahalgam and the actions taken by the Indian government in the CCS meeting. This incident is very sad. Due to which everyone in the… pic.twitter.com/0XiTnv3kOV — ANI (@ANI) April 24, 2025

Pahalgam terror attack: Was the Baisaran meadow ever safe? Former Colonel who served 9 years in J&K has his say

<p><strong>Srinagar:</strong> Kashmir Valley&rsquo;s tourism has been massively hit after the Pahalgam terror attack, but hundreds of tourists have shown resilience and not cancelled their trips. Many tourists who were in Kashmir at the time of the attack did not leave their trips halfway. The help and support locals have extended to these tourists has given them the confidence to stay, and their resilience is a befitting response to the terrorists who wanted to disturb the peace and prosperity of the Valley.</p>
<p>The tourism stakeholders in the Kashmir Valley have joined hands and said in one voice that their concern is not about tourist season and booking cancellations, but they all condemn the terror attack. Hoteliers, houseboat owners, and transporters have opened their doors for tourists needing shelter or transportation free of cost.</p>
<p>The tourists still in the Kashmir Valley say that they won&rsquo;t let terror win over the brotherhood among Indians.</p>
<p>&ldquo;Our being here is a big response to terrorists. It was a dream to come here, and it&rsquo;s been peaceful here for many years. We came on Monday, and the attack took place on Tuesday; it was very tragic. A lot of people left from here, while many, including us, stayed back. We thought if we left, it would be the win of terrorists. We decided to stay, as our forces are here to protect us, and the people of Kashmir are taking good care of us. We went to Gulmarg, and a lot of things were free for tourists, and there was no fear,&rdquo; said K Jindal, a tourist.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pakistan-link-established-with-pahalgam-horror-when-terrorists-brutally-killed-26-tourists-9003215">Pakistan 'link' established with Pahalgam horror when terrorists brutally killed 26 tourists</a></strong></p>
<p>The tourists are appreciating the local support as well as the condemnations, protests, and candlelight vigils that have been taken out in the Union Territory.</p>
<p>&ldquo;We came on the April 23. We had got the news of Pahalgam attack on April 22 but we still came as we know that Kashmir is a good place. We went to Gulmarg and Sonamarg and today we are touring Srinagar. It&rsquo;s a very peaceful place and we have not faced any issues anywhere. The people are ready to help here at every location. Our drivers and tour operators are very cooperative,&rdquo; said Rajesh, a tourist.</p>
<p>The tourists are showing faith in the security forces and locals. They also appreciate how the locals came to the rescue of those injured in the Pahalgam attack.</p>
<p>&ldquo;Everything is peaceful here. When we heard this news, it did play on our minds, but we still came. Looking at the situation, everything looks normal here. The people here are very cooperative. The befitting response to the terrorists will be that tourists keep coming here and foil the plans of terrorists. They want to hit the tourism in the Valley,&rdquo; said Javed, a tourist.</p>
<p><strong>Also read:<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-attack-houses-of-3-active-terrorists-demolished-in-south-kashmir-counter-terror-operations-underway-9003047" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pahalgam attack: Houses of 3 active terrorists demolished in south Kashmir, counter-terror operations underway</a></strong></p>
<p>The hoteliers of the Kashmir Valley have been raising the slogan &ldquo;Not in my name&rdquo;. They have been demanding that the government bring the perpetrators of the attack to justice.</p>
<p>&ldquo;Kashmir has always been, it is and it will always be hospitable. This act was done by some animals, and it has nothing to do with my religion. It&rsquo;s not my name. We all got together, and we spoke of only one thing: we want action against those barbarians. All the people of Kashmir have opened their doors to tourists who are happy,&rdquo; said Manzoor Wangnoo, an activist and a hotelier.</p>
<p>The tour and travel operators have been calling for brotherhood among communities and said that this is the time when we all need to stand together.</p>
<p><strong>Also read:<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/why-were-there-no-soldiers-at-pahalgam-attack-site-heres-what-centre-said-9003077" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Why were there no soldiers at Pahalgam attack site? Here's what centre said</a></strong></p>
<p>&ldquo;Kashmiri people are known for their Kashmiriyat and hospitality. Not only hoteliers, but locals also have opened their doors for tourists. They asked tourists to stay with them in case they are not feeling safe. It&rsquo;s our brotherhood that will always stay,&rdquo; said Bashir Ahmad Karnai, a hotelier.</p>
<p>The social activists who have been carrying out protests against the brutal attack also say that the whole country needs to unite and fight terrorism together.</p>
<p>&ldquo;It&rsquo;s a very positive message that we are sending not only from Kashmir but the whole nation collectively. If we say there is a problem in our integral part, then the entire nation has to come and support that integral part. We are Indians. People have resumed coming to Pahalgam and visiting different parts of the valley, sending a strong message against terrorism. We will not bow down to such heinous acts,&rdquo; said Nasir Ali Khan, a social activist.</p>

India News: The tourism stakeholders in the Kashmir Valley have joined hands and said in one voice that their concern is not about tourist season and booking cancellations, but they all condemn the terror attack.

Srinagar: Kashmir Valley’s tourism has been massively hit after the Pahalgam terror attack, but hundreds of tourists have shown resilience and not cancelled their trips. Many tourists who were in Kashmir at the time of the attack did not leave their trips halfway. The help and support locals have extended to these tourists has given them the confidence to stay, and their resilience is a befitting response to the terrorists who wanted to disturb the peace and prosperity of the Valley. The tourism stakeholders in the Kashmir Valley have joined hands and said in one voice that their concern is not about tourist season and booking cancellations, but they all condemn the terror attack. Hoteliers, houseboat owners, and transporters have opened their doors for tourists needing shelter or transportation free of cost. The tourists still in the Kashmir Valley say that they won’t let terror win over the brotherhood among Indians. “Our being here is a big response to terrorists. It was a dream to come here, and it’s been peaceful here for many years. We came on Monday, and the attack took place on Tuesday; it was very tragic. A lot of people left from here, while many, including us, stayed back. We thought if we left, it would be the win of terrorists. We decided to stay, as our forces are here to protect us, and the people of Kashmir are taking good care of us. We went to Gulmarg, and a lot of things were free for tourists, and there was no fear,” said K Jindal, a tourist. Also Read | Pakistan 'link' established with Pahalgam horror when terrorists brutally killed 26 tourists The tourists are appreciating the local support as well as the condemnations, protests, and candlelight vigils that have been taken out in the Union Territory. “We came on the April 23. We had got the news of Pahalgam attack on April 22 but we still came as we know that Kashmir is a good place. We went to Gulmarg and Sonamarg and today we are touring Srinagar. It’s a very peaceful place and we have not faced any issues anywhere. The people are ready to help here at every location. Our drivers and tour operators are very cooperative,” said Rajesh, a tourist. The tourists are showing faith in the security forces and locals. They also appreciate how the locals came to the rescue of those injured in the Pahalgam attack. “Everything is peaceful here. When we heard this news, it did play on our minds, but we still came. Looking at the situation, everything looks normal here. The people here are very cooperative. The befitting response to the terrorists will be that tourists keep coming here and foil the plans of terrorists. They want to hit the tourism in the Valley,” said Javed, a tourist. Also read: Pahalgam attack: Houses of 3 active terrorists demolished in south Kashmir, counter-terror operations underway The hoteliers of the Kashmir Valley have been raising the slogan “Not in my name”. They have been demanding that the government bring the perpetrators of the attack to justice. “Kashmir has always been, it is and it will always be hospitable. This act was done by some animals, and it has nothing to do with my religion. It’s not my name. We all got together, and we spoke of only one thing: we want action against those barbarians. All the people of Kashmir have opened their doors to tourists who are happy,” said Manzoor Wangnoo, an activist and a hotelier. The tour and travel operators have been calling for brotherhood among communities and said that this is the time when we all need to stand together. Also read: Why were there no soldiers at Pahalgam attack site? Here's what centre said “Kashmiri people are known for their Kashmiriyat and hospitality. Not only hoteliers, but locals also have opened their doors for tourists. They asked tourists to stay with them in case they are not feeling safe. It’s our brotherhood that will always stay,” said Bashir Ahmad Karnai, a hotelier. The social activists who have been carrying out protests against the brutal attack also say that the whole country needs to unite and fight terrorism together. “It’s a very positive message that we are sending not only from Kashmir but the whole nation collectively. If we say there is a problem in our integral part, then the entire nation has to come and support that integral part. We are Indians. People have resumed coming to Pahalgam and visiting different parts of the valley, sending a strong message against terrorism. We will not bow down to such heinous acts,” said Nasir Ali Khan, a social activist.

Locals help tourists in Kashmir, unite in resilience after Pahalgam terror attack

In the aftermath of the pahalgam terror attack, the tension seems to be escalating between India and Pakistan. While india has taken a number of strict measures, Islamabad also doesn't shy away from threatening war of situation worsens. 


'Bhishma, BrahMos, Vikramaditya and more': India’s deadliest weapons that instill fear among enemies

<p>Four days after the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has repeated the <span>&lsquo;jugular vein&rsquo; remark&nbsp;</span>made by Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir on Kashmir. In his first reaction, Sharif said that the Jammu and Kashmir attack is an example of "blame game", adding that he is ready for a "neutral investigation". Accusing India of "levelling baseless allegations", the Pakistani PM said that his country does not tolerate terrorism of any hue and colour. Addressing a graduation ceremony at Pakistan Military Academy in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Kakul, Pakistan PM Sharif said that his country will take part in the probe if it is "credible."</p>
<p>"On the contrary, our eastern neighbour continues a pattern of exploitation, levelling baseless allegations and false accusations without credible investigation or verifiable evidence. The recent tragedy in Pahalgam is yet another example of the perpetual blame game. The recent tragedy in Pahalgam is yet another example of this perpetual blame game, which must come to a grinding halt now. Continuing with its role as a responsible country, Pakistan is open to participating in any neutral, transparent and credible investigation," Pakistan PM Sharif said.</p>
<p><strong>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/pahalgam-terror-attack-its-time-india-ends-the-illusion-of-peace-with-pakistan-9003227">Pahalgam terror attack: It's time India ends the illusion of peace with Pakistan</a></strong></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">🚨Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan is ready for a &lsquo;neutral investigation&rsquo; into the Pahalgam Islamic terrorist attack.<br><br>Gend fatt rhi hai abhi se iski&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/cTjfodkwQG">pic.twitter.com/cTjfodkwQG</a></p>
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<p>Issuing a threat similar to that of Pakistan People's Party (PPP) chief Bilwal Bhutto Zardari, the Pakistani PM said, "If India attemps to stop, reduce or divert water belonging to Pakistan under the Indus Waters Treaty will be responded to with force and might, and nobody should remain with under any kind of false impression and confusion."</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">If India stops Pakistan's water, we will respond with full force, says Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif <a href="https://t.co/ZFDY0acA7b">pic.twitter.com/ZFDY0acA7b</a></p>
&mdash; Sardar Waleed Mukhtar (@waleedmukhtar_1) <a href="https://twitter.com/waleedmukhtar_1/status/1916023827781361947?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 26, 2025</a></blockquote>
<p>Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/my-brother-is-mujahideen-big-admission-by-sister-of-pahalgam-attack-terrorist-after-house-demolition-9002134">'My brother is Mujahideen': BIG admission by sister of Pahalgam attack terrorist after house demolition</a></p>
<h2>Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan's response and India's action</h2>
<p>The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed responsibility for the horrific terror attack. 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. Two terrorists involved in the attack are Pakistani nationals: Hashim Musa alias Suleman and Ali Bhai alias Talha. The third, Abdul Hussain Thokar, is a resident of Anantnag in Kashmir. His home along with the homes of four other terrorists have been demolished in the crackdown by J&amp;K Police.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In a stern response to Pakistan after the attack, India has halted the Indus Water Treaty, downgraded diplomatic ties, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad and closed 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, in its first response, said that it had "nothing to do" with the attack. The neighbouring country claimed that the attack was a reaction by those who opposed the Indian government. Notably, Pakistan did not condemn the attack. Moreover, in a tit-for-tat move, Pakistan announced reciprocal action against India similar to the action taken by New Delhi and warned of ending the Simla Agreement.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/india-writes-to-pakistan-about-indus-waters-treaty-decision-highlights-sustained-cross-border-terrorism-8999013">India writes to Pakistan about Indus Waters Treaty decision, highlights 'sustained cross border terrorism'</a></strong></p>

Four days after the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has repeated the ‘jugular vein’ remark made by Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir on Kashmir.

Four days after the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has repeated the ‘jugular vein’ remark made by Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir on Kashmir. In his first reaction, Sharif said that the Jammu and Kashmir attack is an example of "blame game", adding that he is ready for a "neutral investigation". Accusing India of "levelling baseless allegations", the Pakistani PM said that his country does not tolerate terrorism of any hue and colour. Addressing a graduation ceremony at Pakistan Military Academy in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Kakul, Pakistan PM Sharif said that his country will take part in the probe if it is "credible." "On the contrary, our eastern neighbour continues a pattern of exploitation, levelling baseless allegations and false accusations without credible investigation or verifiable evidence. The recent tragedy in Pahalgam is yet another example of the perpetual blame game. The recent tragedy in Pahalgam is yet another example of this perpetual blame game, which must come to a grinding halt now. Continuing with its role as a responsible country, Pakistan is open to participating in any neutral, transparent and credible investigation," Pakistan PM Sharif said. Read More | Pahalgam terror attack: It's time India ends the illusion of peace with Pakistan 🚨Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan is ready for a ‘neutral investigation’ into the Pahalgam Islamic terrorist attack. Gend fatt rhi hai abhi se iski… pic.twitter.com/cTjfodkwQG — BALA (@erbmjha) April 26, 2025 Issuing a threat similar to that of Pakistan People's Party (PPP) chief Bilwal Bhutto Zardari, the Pakistani PM said, "If India attemps to stop, reduce or divert water belonging to Pakistan under the Indus Waters Treaty will be responded to with force and might, and nobody should remain with under any kind of false impression and confusion." If India stops Pakistan's water, we will respond with full force, says Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif pic.twitter.com/ZFDY0acA7b — Sardar Waleed Mukhtar (@waleedmukhtar_1) April 26, 2025 Read More | 'My brother is Mujahideen': BIG admission by sister of Pahalgam attack terrorist after house demolition Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan's response and India's action The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the banned Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed responsibility for the horrific terror attack. 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. Two terrorists involved in the attack are Pakistani nationals: Hashim Musa alias Suleman and Ali Bhai alias Talha. The third, Abdul Hussain Thokar, is a resident of Anantnag in Kashmir. His home along with the homes of four other terrorists have been demolished in the crackdown by J&K Police. In a stern response to Pakistan after the attack, India has halted the Indus Water Treaty, downgraded diplomatic ties, expelled its diplomats, called back Indian officials from Islamabad and closed 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, in its first response, said that it had "nothing to do" with the attack. The neighbouring country claimed that the attack was a reaction by those who opposed the Indian government. Notably, Pakistan did not condemn the attack. Moreover, in a tit-for-tat move, Pakistan announced reciprocal action against India similar to the action taken by New Delhi and warned of ending the Simla Agreement. Read More | India writes to Pakistan about Indus Waters Treaty decision, highlights 'sustained cross border terrorism'

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif refuses to condemn Pahalgam terror attack in his first reaction, repeats Asim Munir's 'jugular vein' remark

<p>Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy, in an urge to the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has said that India should &ldquo;divide Pakistan into two parts&rdquo; and &ldquo;merge Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir&rdquo; with India. The statement comes after a brutal terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam that took 26 lives.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/locals-help-tourists-in-kashmir-unite-in-resilience-after-pahalgam-terror-attack-9004472">Locals help tourists in Kashmir, unite in resilience after Pahalgam terror attack</a></strong></p>
<p>During a candlelight march in Hyderabad with All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Chief Asaduddin Owaisi, Reddy said, &ldquo;We urge you to move forward, and we, the 140 crore Indians, will stand with you. Divide Pakistan into two parts and merge PoK with India, we are all with you. This is not the time to do politics,&rdquo; ANI quoted Reddy as saying during his speech at &nbsp;to protest against the Pahalgam terror attacks," ANI reported.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-attack-pony-service-provider-detained-after-woman-tourist-claims-he-inquired-about-her-religion-9004453">Pahalgam attack: Pony service provider detained after woman tourist claims he inquired about her religion</a></strong></p>
<h2><strong>'Identify, track, and punish'</strong></h2>
<p><span>After the heinous terrorist attack on Pahalgam tourists on April 22, India has taken numerous major actions against the neighbouring country Pakistan. After the terror attack, that took 26 innocent lives of India, Prime minister Narendra Modi declared in a speech that India will "identify, track, and punish" every terrorist and their backers.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-dgca-issues-guidelines-to-indian-airlines-amid-pakistan-airspace-closure-9004208">Pahalgam terror attack: DGCA issues guidelines to Indian airlines amid Pakistan airspace closure</a></strong></span></p>
<h2><strong>Suspension of Indus Water Treaty&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p>On Wednesday (April 23), PM Modi-led Indian government announced the temporary suspension of the 1960's Indus Water Treat with Pakistan, which was brokered by the World bank. The treaty government the distribution and use of the Indus river and its tributaries between India and Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Indus river system comprises all the major rivers of India: Ravi, Beas, Sutlej, Jhelum and Chenab. The Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej are collectively referred to as the eastern rivers, while the Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab are known as the western rivers. The river system is crucial for both India and Pakistan.<span>&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/hurriyats-mirwaiz-umar-farooq-condemns-pahalgam-terrorist-attack-in-friday-sermon-what-he-said-9003883">Hurriyat's Mirwaiz Umar Farooq says Pahalgam terrorist attack 'totally unacceptable': Full statement during Friday sermon</a></strong></span></p>
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Trending | India News | Pakistan | Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy, in an urge to the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has said that India should “divide Pakistan into two parts” and “merge Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir” with India.

Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy, in an urge to the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has said that India should “divide Pakistan into two parts” and “merge Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir” with India. The statement comes after a brutal terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam that took 26 lives. Also read: Locals help tourists in Kashmir, unite in resilience after Pahalgam terror attack During a candlelight march in Hyderabad with All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Chief Asaduddin Owaisi, Reddy said, “We urge you to move forward, and we, the 140 crore Indians, will stand with you. Divide Pakistan into two parts and merge PoK with India, we are all with you. This is not the time to do politics,” ANI quoted Reddy as saying during his speech at to protest against the Pahalgam terror attacks," ANI reported. Also read: Pahalgam attack: Pony service provider detained after woman tourist claims he inquired about her religion 'Identify, track, and punish' After the heinous terrorist attack on Pahalgam tourists on April 22, India has taken numerous major actions against the neighbouring country Pakistan. After the terror attack, that took 26 innocent lives of India, Prime minister Narendra Modi declared in a speech that India will "identify, track, and punish" every terrorist and their backers. Also read: Pahalgam terror attack: DGCA issues guidelines to Indian airlines amid Pakistan airspace closure Suspension of Indus Water Treaty On Wednesday (April 23), PM Modi-led Indian government announced the temporary suspension of the 1960's Indus Water Treat with Pakistan, which was brokered by the World bank. The treaty government the distribution and use of the Indus river and its tributaries between India and Pakistan. The Indus river system comprises all the major rivers of India: Ravi, Beas, Sutlej, Jhelum and Chenab. The Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej are collectively referred to as the eastern rivers, while the Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab are known as the western rivers. The river system is crucial for both India and Pakistan. Also read: Hurriyat's Mirwaiz Umar Farooq says Pahalgam terrorist attack 'totally unacceptable': Full statement during Friday sermon

'Divide Pak, merge PoK with India’: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy urges PM Modi

<p>As the hunt continues for perpetrators of the Pahalgam attack, a woman says she met two of them only a day back. Ekta Tiwari, a model, told News18 that they posed as mule handlers and were enquiring about their religion. She told the publication that after the photos of the terrorists were released, she instantly recognised two of them and gave the details to the police.</p>
<p>Ekta recalled that she was in Pahalgam with a group of 20 people on April 20 and met the men on April 21. They had asked a local mule handler to arrange a mule ride for them. The next day, two men showed up who claimed they were mule handlers. However, they acted suspiciously and asked them strange questions.</p>
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<p>Ekta says they asked her about Ajmer and Amarnath Yatra, before enquiring about their religion. "Two unknown men came along with the mule handler. They started asking me about Ajmer. I told them I had never been there. Then they began questioning me about Amarnath Yatra - how many people had come, what our religion was, etc," she said.</p>
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<h2><strong>Terrorists asked her if she had read the Quran</strong></h2>
<p>Ekta found their behaviour strange and didn't reveal much. They asked her whether she had a husband and her plans to get married. They told her to read the Quran, and one of them said he teaches the holy book. Ekta said she was wearing a rudraksha mala and told them that she doesn't read the Quran.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>"Then they asked if I read the Quran and which religion I follow more. One even claimed to be a Quran teacher," she stated.</p>
<p>She told the publication that she felt scared listening to their questions and kept to herself.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Things got scarier when they started forcing the group to visit the Baisaran Valley, something they were not interested in doing. She claims they misbehaved with them when they refused. One of the men had a phone inside his shoes, Ekta said.</p>
<p>"They insisted on taking us to Baisaran Valley, but we didn't go. They were angry and misbehaved with us. We even have videos of the incident. More than half of our group returned early. Out of the sketches released, I recognise one of the terrorists," she said.</p>
<h2><strong>Pahalgam terror attack has raised tensions between India and Pakistan</strong></h2>
<p>The Pahalgam attacks led to the death of 26 people, mostly tourists, on April 22, 2025. Innocent people who were in Baisaran with their families were left stunned when terrorists opened fire. They hunted down people who were hiding, asked the men to read the Kalma and shot those who couldn't.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Witnesses stated that they asked them about their religion and divided them based on that. Most of those killed were men, while the women and children were asked to run away.</p>
<p>The horrific killings have soured things between India and Pakistan. New Delhi claims the latter was involved in the massacre. Meanwhile, Islamabad has denied its role and has said that it is open to a neutral probe.</p>

The woman says she got scared and suspicious when the men posing as mule handlers started asking questions about her religion, the Quran and her marriage. India News

As the hunt continues for perpetrators of the Pahalgam attack, a woman says she met two of them only a day back. Ekta Tiwari, a model, told News18 that they posed as mule handlers and were enquiring about their religion. She told the publication that after the photos of the terrorists were released, she instantly recognised two of them and gave the details to the police. Ekta recalled that she was in Pahalgam with a group of 20 people on April 20 and met the men on April 21. They had asked a local mule handler to arrange a mule ride for them. The next day, two men showed up who claimed they were mule handlers. However, they acted suspiciously and asked them strange questions. Also Read: Pakistan 'link' established with Pahalgam horror Ekta says they asked her about Ajmer and Amarnath Yatra, before enquiring about their religion. "Two unknown men came along with the mule handler. They started asking me about Ajmer. I told them I had never been there. Then they began questioning me about Amarnath Yatra - how many people had come, what our religion was, etc," she said. Also Read: Pahalgam attack: Houses of 3 active terrorists demolished in south Kashmir, counter-terror operations underway Terrorists asked her if she had read the Quran Ekta found their behaviour strange and didn't reveal much. They asked her whether she had a husband and her plans to get married. They told her to read the Quran, and one of them said he teaches the holy book. Ekta said she was wearing a rudraksha mala and told them that she doesn't read the Quran. "Then they asked if I read the Quran and which religion I follow more. One even claimed to be a Quran teacher," she stated. She told the publication that she felt scared listening to their questions and kept to herself. Things got scarier when they started forcing the group to visit the Baisaran Valley, something they were not interested in doing. She claims they misbehaved with them when they refused. One of the men had a phone inside his shoes, Ekta said. "They insisted on taking us to Baisaran Valley, but we didn't go. They were angry and misbehaved with us. We even have videos of the incident. More than half of our group returned early. Out of the sketches released, I recognise one of the terrorists," she said. Pahalgam terror attack has raised tensions between India and Pakistan The Pahalgam attacks led to the death of 26 people, mostly tourists, on April 22, 2025. Innocent people who were in Baisaran with their families were left stunned when terrorists opened fire. They hunted down people who were hiding, asked the men to read the Kalma and shot those who couldn't. Witnesses stated that they asked them about their religion and divided them based on that. Most of those killed were men, while the women and children were asked to run away. The horrific killings have soured things between India and Pakistan. New Delhi claims the latter was involved in the massacre. Meanwhile, Islamabad has denied its role and has said that it is open to a neutral probe.

Pahalgam terrorists posed as mule handlers day before attack, asked woman if she read the Quran

<p><span>At least 26 innocent civilians were killed in a terror attack on Tuesday (April 22) at the Bisaran meadow in </span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pahalgam" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pahalgam</a><span>&nbsp;in&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jammu-and-kashmir" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jammu and Kashmir</a><span>.</span></p>
<p>The Indian government replied robustly, stopping the Indus Water Treaty, downgrading diplomatic ties with Pakistan, recalling the Indian officials from Islamabad and closing the Attari border functioning. The Indian Prime Minister, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/narendra-modi">Narendra Modi</a>, also addressed a public rally in Bihar, saying that India will identify, track and punish every terror outfit behind this 'henious' attack.</p>
<p>The impact of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pahalgam-terror-attack">Pahalgam terror attack</a> is being seen on the cricket pitch as well.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/long-jumper-shaili-singh-breaks-anju-bobby-georges-23-year-old-federation-cup-record-9003151">Long jumper Shaili Singh breaks Anju Bobby George's 23-year-old Federation Cup record</a></strong></p>
<p>There have been speculations that the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/board-of-control-for-cricket-in-india">Board of Control for Cricket in India</a> (BCCI) could pen a letter to the ICC, such that India and Pakistan are not grouped together in one group in future international tournaments (such as World Cup and the Champions Trophy). A report by Cricbuzz, however, refuted the argument.</p>
<p>There is no big men's ICC event planned for this year. However, the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup is set to be hosted in India in September-October.</p>
<h2>'We are not playing in India. This is clear'</h2>
<p>Pakistan have qualified for the mega event and according to previous agreements, it will host its matches at a neutral venue. In the middle of all this, Pakistan women's cricket team opener Gull Feroza, who was a member of the team which played in the ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier, made a shocking comment. "We know this much that we will play in Asian conditions and we are not playing in India. This is clear. Neither are we interested in playing in India," she was quoted saying to PakPassion.</p>
<p>"So, wherever it is played - hopefully in Sri Lanka or Dubai - those conditions are similar to the ones you get in Asia. The Qualifiers were at home, and the staff prepared tracks accordingly. Wherever the World Cup games are played, the conditions will be similar to those we have at home. So, our preparation will be according to that, and we are ready for that," she further added.</p>
<p>The BCCI has also made it absolutely clear that they will follow the government's guidelines regarding playing cricket with India.</p>
<p>Mr. Devajit Saikia, Honorary Secretary, BCCI said, &ldquo;The cricketing community is deeply shocked and anguished by the tragic loss of innocent lives in the gruesome terror attack at Pahalgam yesterday. On behalf of the BCCI, while condemning this ghastly and cowardly act with strongest possible words, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the departed souls. &nbsp;In sharing their pain and grief, we stand hand in hand at this hour of tragedy.&rdquo;</p>
<p>"We are with the victims and we condemn it. Whatever our government will say, we will do. We don't play with Pakistan in bilateral series because of the government stand. And we will not play with Pakistan in bilaterals going forward. But when it comes to ICC event, we play due to ICC engagement. ICC is also aware whatever is happening they will to it (sic)," Rajeev Shukla, BCCI vice-president, was quoted saying to Sports Tak.</p>

India News, Sports, South Asia, Pakistan: As per reports, the BCCI might write to the ICC, so that India and Pakistan are not in the same group in future global events

At least 26 innocent civilians were killed in a terror attack on Tuesday (April 22) at the Bisaran meadow in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian government replied robustly, stopping the Indus Water Treaty, downgrading diplomatic ties with Pakistan, recalling the Indian officials from Islamabad and closing the Attari border functioning. The Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, also addressed a public rally in Bihar, saying that India will identify, track and punish every terror outfit behind this 'henious' attack. The impact of the Pahalgam terror attack is being seen on the cricket pitch as well. Also Read: Long jumper Shaili Singh breaks Anju Bobby George's 23-year-old Federation Cup record There have been speculations that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) could pen a letter to the ICC, such that India and Pakistan are not grouped together in one group in future international tournaments (such as World Cup and the Champions Trophy). A report by Cricbuzz, however, refuted the argument. There is no big men's ICC event planned for this year. However, the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup is set to be hosted in India in September-October. 'We are not playing in India. This is clear' Pakistan have qualified for the mega event and according to previous agreements, it will host its matches at a neutral venue. In the middle of all this, Pakistan women's cricket team opener Gull Feroza, who was a member of the team which played in the ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier, made a shocking comment. "We know this much that we will play in Asian conditions and we are not playing in India. This is clear. Neither are we interested in playing in India," she was quoted saying to PakPassion. "So, wherever it is played - hopefully in Sri Lanka or Dubai - those conditions are similar to the ones you get in Asia. The Qualifiers were at home, and the staff prepared tracks accordingly. Wherever the World Cup games are played, the conditions will be similar to those we have at home. So, our preparation will be according to that, and we are ready for that," she further added. The BCCI has also made it absolutely clear that they will follow the government's guidelines regarding playing cricket with India. Mr. Devajit Saikia, Honorary Secretary, BCCI said, “The cricketing community is deeply shocked and anguished by the tragic loss of innocent lives in the gruesome terror attack at Pahalgam yesterday. On behalf of the BCCI, while condemning this ghastly and cowardly act with strongest possible words, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the departed souls. In sharing their pain and grief, we stand hand in hand at this hour of tragedy.” "We are with the victims and we condemn it. Whatever our government will say, we will do. We don't play with Pakistan in bilateral series because of the government stand. And we will not play with Pakistan in bilaterals going forward. But when it comes to ICC event, we play due to ICC engagement. ICC is also aware whatever is happening they will to it (sic)," Rajeev Shukla, BCCI vice-president, was quoted saying to Sports Tak.

Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan women's cricket player says, 'We are not interested in playing in India'

<p>Singer Shreya Ghoshal has cancelled her upcoming concert in Surat in response to the tragic Pahalgam terror attack. The concert, part of her <em>All Hearts Tour</em>, was originally scheduled for April 26 at the Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Indoor Stadium.</p>
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<h2>A devastating attack that shook the nation</h2>
<p>The Pahalgam attack is among the deadliest in Kashmir in recent years. On April 22, gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in the region, claiming the lives of 26 innocent people.</p>
<p>The organisers announced the cancellation through Instagram, stating, "The incident, one of the most fatal in Kashmir in recent years, resulted in the deaths of 26 people after gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in Pahalgam."</p>
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<h2>Shreya shares an emotional tribute</h2>
<p>Shreya Ghoshal also expressed her heartbreak on Instagram, writing, &ldquo;I can't stop thinking about Pahalgam. About the silence that must've followed the chaos. About the families whose worlds will never be the same again. It breaks my heart to know that lives were lost in such a beautiful, peaceful place, lives that had nothing to do with violence, yet became its victims. This is a wound to the soul of our nation. My heart goes out to every family shattered by this senseless violence. We grieve with you. And we will remember.&rdquo;</p>
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<h2>Artists across India mourn the loss</h2>
<p>In recent days, several prominent artists have shown solidarity with the victims. Singer Arijit Singh cancelled his Chennai concert, while composer Anirudh Ravichander postponed his Bengaluru tour dates as a mark of respect.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/arijit-singh-cancels-chennai-show-following-pahalgam-terrorist-attack-8999435">Arijit Singh cancels Chennai show following Pahalgam terrorist attack</a></strong></p>
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Singer Shreya Ghoshal has cancelled her upcoming concert in Surat in response to the tragic Pahalgam terror attack. The concert was part of her All Hearts Tour.

Singer Shreya Ghoshal has cancelled her upcoming concert in Surat in response to the tragic Pahalgam terror attack. The concert, part of her All Hearts Tour, was originally scheduled for April 26 at the Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Indoor Stadium. Also Read: 'I was in no state to go': Aamir Khan cancels appearance at Andaz Apna Apna re-release after Pahalgam attack A devastating attack that shook the nation The Pahalgam attack is among the deadliest in Kashmir in recent years. On April 22, gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in the region, claiming the lives of 26 innocent people. The organisers announced the cancellation through Instagram, stating, "The incident, one of the most fatal in Kashmir in recent years, resulted in the deaths of 26 people after gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in Pahalgam." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tarish entertainment (@tarish_entertainment) Also Read: From Roja to Sarfarosh: 6 Indian films that tackled terrorism head-on Shreya shares an emotional tribute Shreya Ghoshal also expressed her heartbreak on Instagram, writing, “I can't stop thinking about Pahalgam. About the silence that must've followed the chaos. About the families whose worlds will never be the same again. It breaks my heart to know that lives were lost in such a beautiful, peaceful place, lives that had nothing to do with violence, yet became its victims. This is a wound to the soul of our nation. My heart goes out to every family shattered by this senseless violence. We grieve with you. And we will remember.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by shreyaghoshal (@shreyaghoshal) Also Read: ' Cringeworthy!'Pakistani actors Farhan Saeed and Sabeena Farooq slam Indian media for spreading hate Artists across India mourn the loss In recent days, several prominent artists have shown solidarity with the victims. Singer Arijit Singh cancelled his Chennai concert, while composer Anirudh Ravichander postponed his Bengaluru tour dates as a mark of respect. Also Read: Arijit Singh cancels Chennai show following Pahalgam terrorist attack

'We stand in silence and solidarity': Shreya Ghoshal cancels Surat concert after Pahalgam terrorist attack

<p>Amid the speculation over a potential India-Pak war, a Pakistani diplomat in London was seen making a throat-slitting gesture while taking a placard of fighter pilot Abhinandan Varthaman.</p>
<p>During a peaceful protest by the members of Indian diaspora outside the Pakistan High Commision in London, a senior Pakistani army officer was caught on camera making a threatening gesture towards the protesters. The protesters were outside the commission on Friday (April 25) demonstrating against the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22. The Pakistani diplomat was caught making a throat-slitting gesture against the protesters.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-pakistan-womens-cricket-player-says-we-are-not-interested-in-playing-in-india-9003333">Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan women's cricket player says, 'We are not interested in playing in India'</a></strong></p>
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<p>He was seen holding a placard mocking the Indian Air Force Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, who was captured by Pakistan in 2019. The diplomat has been identfied as Colonel Taimur Rahat, Pakistan Army and Air Advisor in the High Commission.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/we-stand-in-silence-and-solidarity-shreya-ghoshal-cancels-surat-concert-after-pahalgam-terrorist-attack-9003335">'We stand in silence and solidarity': Shreya Ghoshal cancels Surat concert after Pahalgam terrorist attack</a></strong></p>
<p>The portesters were outside the commission on Friday (April 25) demonstrating against the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22. Over 500 people from Indian and Jewish communities in the UK participated in the demonstration against Pakistan. They were seen waving Indian flags and placards calling out Pakistan's support to terrorist organisations. Protesters were chanting slogans and calling out for justice and accountability for the attack.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Ceasefire violated- again</strong></h2>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-iran-offers-to-mediate-amid-tensions-between-brotherly-neighbours-india-and-pakistan-9003315">Pahalgam terror attack: Iran offers to mediate amid tensions between 'brotherly neighbours' India and Pakistan</a></strong></p>
<p>Meanwhile, multiple Pakistani Army posts opened unprovoked small arms fire across various sectors of the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir during the night of April 25-26.</p>
<p>Indian forces stationed along the LoC responded appropriately using small arms. There were no reports of casualties on the Indian side.</p>
<p>According to Army officials, the Chief was briefed on the security situation along the LoC in Poonch-Rajouri districts and other areas South of the Pir Panjal mountain ranges.</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/morning-news-brief-latest-on-pahalgam-terror-attack-pope-francis-funeral-and-more-9003334">Morning news brief: Latest on Pahalgam terror attack; Pope Francis funeral, and more</a></strong></p>
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Trending | India News | During a peaceful protest by the members of Indian diaspora outside the Pakistan High Commision in London, a senior Pakistani army officer was caught on camera making a threatening gesture towards the protesters.

Amid the speculation over a potential India-Pak war, a Pakistani diplomat in London was seen making a throat-slitting gesture while taking a placard of fighter pilot Abhinandan Varthaman. During a peaceful protest by the members of Indian diaspora outside the Pakistan High Commision in London, a senior Pakistani army officer was caught on camera making a threatening gesture towards the protesters. The protesters were outside the commission on Friday (April 25) demonstrating against the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22. The Pakistani diplomat was caught making a throat-slitting gesture against the protesters. Also read: Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan women's cricket player says, 'We are not interested in playing in India' Pakistani diplomat makes a threatening gesture to protesting Indian diaspora in London. https://t.co/bx8XYx0Dfh pic.twitter.com/58bjdsWnXf — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) April 26, 2025 He was seen holding a placard mocking the Indian Air Force Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, who was captured by Pakistan in 2019. The diplomat has been identfied as Colonel Taimur Rahat, Pakistan Army and Air Advisor in the High Commission. Also read: 'We stand in silence and solidarity': Shreya Ghoshal cancels Surat concert after Pahalgam terrorist attack The portesters were outside the commission on Friday (April 25) demonstrating against the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22. Over 500 people from Indian and Jewish communities in the UK participated in the demonstration against Pakistan. They were seen waving Indian flags and placards calling out Pakistan's support to terrorist organisations. Protesters were chanting slogans and calling out for justice and accountability for the attack. Ceasefire violated- again Also read: Pahalgam terror attack: Iran offers to mediate amid tensions between 'brotherly neighbours' India and Pakistan Meanwhile, multiple Pakistani Army posts opened unprovoked small arms fire across various sectors of the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir during the night of April 25-26. Indian forces stationed along the LoC responded appropriately using small arms. There were no reports of casualties on the Indian side. According to Army officials, the Chief was briefed on the security situation along the LoC in Poonch-Rajouri districts and other areas South of the Pir Panjal mountain ranges. Also read: Morning news brief: Latest on Pahalgam terror attack; Pope Francis funeral, and more

Watch | Pakistani diplomat makes throat-slitting gesture against Indian protestors

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<p>&ldquo;You can change friends, but not neighbours.&rdquo;<br>&mdash; Atal Bihari Vajpayee</p>
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<p>The above statement by former India Prime Minister and veteran BJP leader Atal Bihari Vajpayee captures the essence of India's long, complex, and often painful relationship with Pakistan. Despite efforts for peace, dialogue, and diplomacy, India has been been forced to face a bitter reality &mdash; some neighbours refuse to change. The terror strike in Pahalgam on April 22, when 26 innocent lives were killed, is another out-and-out reminder of how our goodness has been repaid with blood. For how long India is going to pay the price for being the more patient side?</p>
<p>April 22 - a day that will be marked as a deadly massacre of innocent lives in J&amp;K's Pahalgam. As many as 26 people, majority of them were tourists, were targeted and shot dead in front of their loved ones by the terrorists. The reason - we don't know. The motive - we don&rsquo;t know. But what we know is who gave those terrorists support and asylum. It's needless to say how Pakistan has always been the root of the problem. Every single time.&nbsp;</p>
<p>We, India, have been trapped in an endless loop with this neighbour of ours since decades now. When does this end?&nbsp;</p>
<p>When a group of terrorists killed 26 people in Pahalgam on April 22, the world was shaken. It was not during a war. It was not during a conflict. It was when those tourists were taking in the beauty of nature in their own country, on their motherland. The brutal attack has left a lifetime scare on all of our minds and hearts. World leaders took over the social media, expressed their grief. Hashtags in support of the victims, and against the attackers, trended. Now what?&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Here&rsquo;s the hard truth: Pakistan isn&rsquo;t going to change. So India must.</strong></p>
<p>As per the government records, be it 26/11, Nathanson, Uri, Pulwama, or Pahalgam, over 20 major terror attacks occurred on the Indian soil that were by Pakistan-backed groups since 1999.&nbsp;</p>
<p>I's time to admit that our strategy and leniency towards Pakistan has failed us in curbing its terrorism on our land. Becasue:&nbsp;</p>
<p>1. The two prime designated global terrorists in Pakistan - Masood Azhar and Hafiz Saeed have log-walked in Pakistan. The latter even launched a political party in Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>
<p>2. In 2022, Pakistan was removed from the FATF&rsquo;s grey list. Yet, groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed continue to operate under new names in the neighbouring country.</p>
<h2><strong>What India MUST do differently</strong></h2>
<p><strong>1. Water is the weapon</strong></p>
<p>After the heinous terror attack that took 26 innocent lives, India responded with a series of diplomatic measures. Among them was the suspension of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty. The Indus river system comprises all the major rivers of India: Ravi, Beas, Sutlej, Jhelum and Chenab. The Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej are collectively referred to as the eastern rivers, while the Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab are known as the western rivers. The river system is crucial for both India and Pakistan. Indian government has said the treaty will be suspended until Pakistan stops supporting the cross-border terrorism.&nbsp;</p>
<p>But the suspension of the treaty does not mean there will be a pause on water flow from India to Pakistan. Currently, we do not have that mechanism, and it will take years to materialise. But we must move forward with this goal.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>2. Cut the cord - completely</strong></p>
<p>There should be no more half-baked diplomacy from our side. We need to cut all the ties completely. We should stop back-channel talks that go nowhere. Let them feel the cold. Let the world know we&rsquo;re done pretending things are normal.</p>
<p><strong>3. Turn the tables</strong></p>
<p>Enough of always defending ourselves for their constant terrorism attacks. It's time we take the action and turn the table, but in our way. Because terrorising innocent lives is not an Indian approach. India should go ahead with financial sabotaging Pakistan. They shouldn&rsquo;t just fear our border forces - they should fear every move we make in the shadows.</p>
<p><strong>4. Play the global game - better</strong></p>
<p>India is not just the biggest democracy in the world - It's a rising power. It's high time we start acting like one, especially for Pakistani. We need to expose Pakistan&rsquo;s terror game at every global platform. Let's get the US, EU, and Gulf on board and start pushing FATF to act harder.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>5. Let's be loud about PoK and Balochistan</strong></p>
<p>It's high time we need to tackle the desperation Pakistan has for Jammu and Kashmir. It's time we start taking about PoK, Balochistan, along with all other &ldquo;occupied territories" by our not-so-peace-loving neighbour.</p>
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Categories : Opinions & Blogs | World | India News | Pakistan | Despite efforts for peace, dialogue, and diplomacy, India has been been forced to face a bitter reality — some neighbours refuse to change.

“You can change friends, but not neighbours.” — Atal Bihari Vajpayee The above statement by former India Prime Minister and veteran BJP leader Atal Bihari Vajpayee captures the essence of India's long, complex, and often painful relationship with Pakistan. Despite efforts for peace, dialogue, and diplomacy, India has been been forced to face a bitter reality — some neighbours refuse to change. The terror strike in Pahalgam on April 22, when 26 innocent lives were killed, is another out-and-out reminder of how our goodness has been repaid with blood. For how long India is going to pay the price for being the more patient side? April 22 - a day that will be marked as a deadly massacre of innocent lives in J&K's Pahalgam. As many as 26 people, majority of them were tourists, were targeted and shot dead in front of their loved ones by the terrorists. The reason - we don't know. The motive - we don’t know. But what we know is who gave those terrorists support and asylum. It's needless to say how Pakistan has always been the root of the problem. Every single time. We, India, have been trapped in an endless loop with this neighbour of ours since decades now. When does this end? When a group of terrorists killed 26 people in Pahalgam on April 22, the world was shaken. It was not during a war. It was not during a conflict. It was when those tourists were taking in the beauty of nature in their own country, on their motherland. The brutal attack has left a lifetime scare on all of our minds and hearts. World leaders took over the social media, expressed their grief. Hashtags in support of the victims, and against the attackers, trended. Now what? Here’s the hard truth: Pakistan isn’t going to change. So India must. As per the government records, be it 26/11, Nathanson, Uri, Pulwama, or Pahalgam, over 20 major terror attacks occurred on the Indian soil that were by Pakistan-backed groups since 1999. I's time to admit that our strategy and leniency towards Pakistan has failed us in curbing its terrorism on our land. Becasue: 1. The two prime designated global terrorists in Pakistan - Masood Azhar and Hafiz Saeed have log-walked in Pakistan. The latter even launched a political party in Pakistan. 2. In 2022, Pakistan was removed from the FATF’s grey list. Yet, groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed continue to operate under new names in the neighbouring country. What India MUST do differently 1. Water is the weapon After the heinous terror attack that took 26 innocent lives, India responded with a series of diplomatic measures. Among them was the suspension of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty. The Indus river system comprises all the major rivers of India: Ravi, Beas, Sutlej, Jhelum and Chenab. The Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej are collectively referred to as the eastern rivers, while the Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab are known as the western rivers. The river system is crucial for both India and Pakistan. Indian government has said the treaty will be suspended until Pakistan stops supporting the cross-border terrorism. But the suspension of the treaty does not mean there will be a pause on water flow from India to Pakistan. Currently, we do not have that mechanism, and it will take years to materialise. But we must move forward with this goal. 2. Cut the cord - completely There should be no more half-baked diplomacy from our side. We need to cut all the ties completely. We should stop back-channel talks that go nowhere. Let them feel the cold. Let the world know we’re done pretending things are normal. 3. Turn the tables Enough of always defending ourselves for their constant terrorism attacks. It's time we take the action and turn the table, but in our way. Because terrorising innocent lives is not an Indian approach. India should go ahead with financial sabotaging Pakistan. They shouldn’t just fear our border forces - they should fear every move we make in the shadows. 4. Play the global game - better India is not just the biggest democracy in the world - It's a rising power. It's high time we start acting like one, especially for Pakistani. We need to expose Pakistan’s terror game at every global platform. Let's get the US, EU, and Gulf on board and start pushing FATF to act harder. 5. Let's be loud about PoK and Balochistan It's high time we need to tackle the desperation Pakistan has for Jammu and Kashmir. It's time we start taking about PoK, Balochistan, along with all other “occupied territories" by our not-so-peace-loving neighbour. Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.

It's time India ends the illusion of peace with Pakistan

<p><strong>J&amp;K attack: </strong>The Indian opposition has asked the ruling BJP government why there were no soldiers in Pahalgam during the terrorist attack on April 22. The question was raised during an all-party meeting on Thursday (April 24) after the attack that took 26 innocent lives. The question was primarily raised by the Leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi. Answering the question, the Narendra Modi-led government explained that the Baisaran area (site where the attack happened) was customarily secured ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra (a religious pilgrimage). The Yatra is set to begin from June.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-live-pahalgam-terror-attack-live-updates-jammu-kashmir-let-trf-news-tourists-death-injured-kashmir-bandh-pm-modi-visit-updates-9003060">Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: Pakistan army initiates unprovoked firing along LoC, Indian troops respond</a></strong></p>
<p>The opposition, including Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh, unitedly asked this question by the ruling Indian government after the brutal terrorist attack.</p>
<p>The government said that the route is officially opened and security forces are deployed to ensure the safety of pilgrims who rest at Baisaran en route to the Amarnath cave shrine.</p>
<p>The Centre said that local tour operators allegedly began taking tourists to the region starting from April 20. The authorities present in Pahalagam around the attack site were not informed about the early commencement of tourist visits, the government representatives present in the meeting said. Hence, the ruling party said in the meeting, no deployment of troops had occurred. &nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-calls-pahalgam-attack-a-bad-one-downplays-india-pakistan-tensions-have-been-tensions-on-that-border-for-1500-years-9003089">Trump calls Pahalgam attack a 'bad one,' downplays India-Pakistan turmoil: 'Have been tensions on that border for 1,500 years'</a></strong></p>
<h2><strong>Why government suspended Indus Water Treaty when we don't have capacity to store the water?&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pahalgam-attack-how-indias-suspension-of-indus-waters-treaty-affects-pakistan-9003071">Pahalgam Attack: How India's Suspension of Indus Waters Treaty Affects Pakistan?</a></strong></p>
<p>Furthermore, the opposition asked why India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty if India lacks storage capacity.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The centre said suspending the treaty was not for immediate outcomes but a symbolic and strategic gesture.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"The treaty was suspended to show the government's intention to take strict action. This has been done to give a strong message. This decision also tells what the government's stand is going to be in the future," the government said in the meeting.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-live-india-responds-after-pakistan-army-initiates-firing-at-some-places-on-loc-8999391">Pahalgam terror attack LIVE: Pakistan's Bilawal Bhutto issues war threat after India halts Indus Waters Treaty</a></strong></p>
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India News | The opposition questioned the BJP government about the absence of soldiers in Pahalgam during the April terrorist attack, which resulted in lives lost.

J&K attack: The Indian opposition has asked the ruling BJP government why there were no soldiers in Pahalgam during the terrorist attack on April 22. The question was raised during an all-party meeting on Thursday (April 24) after the attack that took 26 innocent lives. The question was primarily raised by the Leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi. Answering the question, the Narendra Modi-led government explained that the Baisaran area (site where the attack happened) was customarily secured ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra (a religious pilgrimage). The Yatra is set to begin from June. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: Pakistan army initiates unprovoked firing along LoC, Indian troops respond The opposition, including Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh, unitedly asked this question by the ruling Indian government after the brutal terrorist attack. The government said that the route is officially opened and security forces are deployed to ensure the safety of pilgrims who rest at Baisaran en route to the Amarnath cave shrine. The Centre said that local tour operators allegedly began taking tourists to the region starting from April 20. The authorities present in Pahalagam around the attack site were not informed about the early commencement of tourist visits, the government representatives present in the meeting said. Hence, the ruling party said in the meeting, no deployment of troops had occurred. Also read: Trump calls Pahalgam attack a 'bad one,' downplays India-Pakistan turmoil: 'Have been tensions on that border for 1,500 years' Why government suspended Indus Water Treaty when we don't have capacity to store the water? Also read: Pahalgam Attack: How India's Suspension of Indus Waters Treaty Affects Pakistan? Furthermore, the opposition asked why India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty if India lacks storage capacity. The centre said suspending the treaty was not for immediate outcomes but a symbolic and strategic gesture. "The treaty was suspended to show the government's intention to take strict action. This has been done to give a strong message. This decision also tells what the government's stand is going to be in the future," the government said in the meeting. Also read: Pahalgam terror attack LIVE: Pakistan's Bilawal Bhutto issues war threat after India halts Indus Waters Treaty

Why were there no soldiers at Pahalgam attack site? Here's what centre said

<p>Cricketing great and ex-captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/sourav-ganguly" rel="dofollow">Sourav Ganguly</a> didn&rsquo;t mince his words in admitting that India must cut all ties with Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack that shook the world. On April 22, in India&rsquo;s &lsquo;Mini Switzerland&rsquo;, a terrorist attack killed at least 27 innocent lives, all tourists from India and other parts of the world, in a heinous crime, the deadliest on the country&rsquo;s soil since the Pulwama bombing six years ago.</p>
<p>The Indian government replied robustly, halting the Indus Water Treaty, downgrading diplomatic ties with Pakistan, recalling the Indian officials from Islamabad and closing the Attari border functioning. The Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, also addressed a public rally in Bihar, claiming that India will identify, track and punish every terror outfit behind this attack.</p>
<p><strong>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-uncertainty-looms-over-psl-2025-after-pcb-deports-key-indian-broadcast-crew-report-9001867" rel="dofollow">Pahalgam terror attack: Uncertainty looms over PSL 2025 after PCB deports key Indian broadcast crew - Report</a></strong></p>
<p>Meanwhile, speaking on the same lines, Ganguly backed all these actions, saying India must completely cut all ties with Pakistan, as this is no joke and that strict actions must follow against those behind it. He expressed dire concerns over such attacks happening on Indian soil, adding that India will not tolerate terrorism.</p>
<p>"100 per cent, this (breaking ties with Pakistan) should be done. Strict action is necessary. It is no joke that such things happen every year. Terrorism cannot be tolerated,&rdquo; Ganguly said in a chat with ANI in West Bengal. &nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerroristAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerroristAttack</a> | Kolkata, West Bengal: Former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly says, "100 per cent, this (breaking ties with Pakistan) should be done. Strict action is necessary. It is no joke that such things happen every year. Terrorism cannot be tolerated." <a href="https://t.co/J4v4HX3TZJ">pic.twitter.com/J4v4HX3TZJ</a></p>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1915804439383839222?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 25, 2025</a></blockquote>
<p>Earlier this year, India did not travel to Pakistan for the first showpiece event of the year &ndash; the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after the Indian government denied sending its team across the border over security concerns.&nbsp;</p>
<p>As a result, the apex body &ndash; the ICC, persuaded the PCB to deploy a hybrid model for this, roping in Dubai as a neutral venue for the eight-team tournament, which India won by beating New Zealand in the final.&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

Ganguly said India must completely cut all ties with Pakistan, as this is no joke and that strict actions must follow against those behind it. Sports, Cricket, India news

Cricketing great and ex-captain Sourav Ganguly didn’t mince his words in admitting that India must cut all ties with Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack that shook the world. On April 22, in India’s ‘Mini Switzerland’, a terrorist attack killed at least 27 innocent lives, all tourists from India and other parts of the world, in a heinous crime, the deadliest on the country’s soil since the Pulwama bombing six years ago. The Indian government replied robustly, halting the Indus Water Treaty, downgrading diplomatic ties with Pakistan, recalling the Indian officials from Islamabad and closing the Attari border functioning. The Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, also addressed a public rally in Bihar, claiming that India will identify, track and punish every terror outfit behind this attack. Also read | Pahalgam terror attack: Uncertainty looms over PSL 2025 after PCB deports key Indian broadcast crew - Report Meanwhile, speaking on the same lines, Ganguly backed all these actions, saying India must completely cut all ties with Pakistan, as this is no joke and that strict actions must follow against those behind it. He expressed dire concerns over such attacks happening on Indian soil, adding that India will not tolerate terrorism. "100 per cent, this (breaking ties with Pakistan) should be done. Strict action is necessary. It is no joke that such things happen every year. Terrorism cannot be tolerated,” Ganguly said in a chat with ANI in West Bengal. Watch Video – #PahalgamTerroristAttack | Kolkata, West Bengal: Former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly says, "100 per cent, this (breaking ties with Pakistan) should be done. Strict action is necessary. It is no joke that such things happen every year. Terrorism cannot be tolerated." pic.twitter.com/J4v4HX3TZJ — ANI (@ANI) April 25, 2025 Earlier this year, India did not travel to Pakistan for the first showpiece event of the year – the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after the Indian government denied sending its team across the border over security concerns. As a result, the apex body – the ICC, persuaded the PCB to deploy a hybrid model for this, roping in Dubai as a neutral venue for the eight-team tournament, which India won by beating New Zealand in the final. (With inputs from agencies)

'India must break all ties with Pakistan': Sourav Ganguly breaks silence on Pahalgam terror attack

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