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Pakistan’s Army Chief Taken to Bunker After India Strikes Air Base
Pakistan’s army chief, General Asim Munir, was swiftly relocated to a fortified bunker at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi following missile strikes launched by India on the strategic Nur Khan air base near Islamabad. The attack, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday, is reported to have triggered...
Pakistan Navy’s Manipulated Image Sparks Controversy
The Pakistan Navy is facing scrutiny after using a digitally altered and outdated image to misrepresent the deployment of its fleet units. The image, which showed submarines, ships, and aircraft, was released by the Navy and presented during a press briefing by the Inter-Services Public Relations as evidence of...
US Sends Strong Message to Migrants on Conduct Expectations
The US has warned migrants arriving in the country, particularly those from India, to adhere to the principles of civility and respect for local customs, underlining that they must behave as guests while residing in the country. This message, issued by US government officials, reflects a broader effort to...
YouTuber’s On-Air Remark Strains India-Iran Relations
A derogatory comment made by Gaurav Arya, a prominent YouTuber and former army officer, about Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has triggered a diplomatic incident between Tehran and New Delhi. The Indian Embassy in Tehran swiftly distanced itself from Arya’s statement, emphasising that his views do not represent the...
India Opens Multiple Gates at Baglihar Dam
India has opened several gates at the Baglihar Hydroelectric Power Project Dam on the Chenab River in Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, as part of an ongoing effort to manage water discharge following heavy rainfall in the region. The move comes after the earlier opening of two gates on Saturday,...
India’s Satellite and Drone Technology Crucial for National Security
India’s ability to safeguard its vast borders and vast territorial expanse rests heavily on its satellite and drone technology, as outlined by ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan. During his address at the 5th Convocation Ceremony of the Central Agricultural University in Imphal, he highlighted how these technologies are integral to...
New Chief Justice Stresses Judiciary’s Role in National Security
Chief Justice of India -designate Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, set to take the oath as the 52nd CJI on May 14, emphasised the Supreme Court’s responsibility in addressing national issues, particularly in times of crisis. In a powerful statement following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir,...
Drone Strike in Ferozepur Injures Civilians
A Pakistani drone strike on a residential area in Ferozepur, Punjab, has injured three civilians, intensifying the already volatile situation between India and Pakistan. The incident occurred on Friday, with the injured individuals sustaining burn wounds and being promptly hospitalized, according to Bhupinder Singh Sidhu, Senior Superintendent of Police...
Top Official Killed as Pakistan Shells Civilian Areas in Rajouri
A senior government officer was killed early Saturday morning when Pakistani forces shelled civilian areas in Rajouri district, escalating tensions in the volatile region. The officer, Raj Kumar Thappa, who served as the Additional District Development Commissioner , was at home when his residence was struck by artillery fire....
G7 Urges De-escalation
G7 foreign ministers have issued a unified condemnation of the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives, including those of two foreign nationals. In a joint statement, the ministers called for “maximum restraint” from both India and Pakistan, expressing deep concern over the...
IMF Approves $1 Billion Disbursement to Pakistan
The International Monetary Fund has sanctioned an immediate disbursement of approximately $1 billion to Pakistan under its Extended Fund Facility, bringing total disbursements under the arrangement to about $2.1 billion. This financial support arrives at a time when Pakistan is grappling with severe economic challenges and escalating tensions with...
Hostilities Flare Along LoC Amid Escalating Cross-Border Strikes
Firing resumed early Friday across the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir, with Pakistani troops targeting Indian positions in Kupwara and Uri. The Indian Army responded with retaliatory fire, intensifying the ongoing military confrontation between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. The renewed hostilities follow a series of drone and...
India Repels Drone and Missile Barrage
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh convened an emergency meeting with Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan and the chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force early Friday morning in Delhi. The high-level discussions focused on assessing the security situation and formulating strategic responses under the ongoing Operation Sindoor....
Power Struggle Erupts in Pakistan’s Military Hierarchy
Unverified reports have emerged suggesting that General Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff, has been detained by General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee. The alleged detention, if confirmed, would mark an unprecedented internal upheaval within Pakistan’s military leadership. Multiple media outlets have...
Abdullah Heads to Jammu Amid Drone Attack Fallout
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah departed for Jammu on Friday morning to assess the aftermath of a failed drone attack allegedly launched by Pakistan. The Indian Army reported neutralising all incoming drones targeting Jammu city and nearby areas, including military installations in Pathankot and Udhampur. Residents of...
Border States Heighten Security Amid Escalating Tensions
Rajasthan and Punjab have intensified security measures following India’s missile strikes on targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, executed under Operation Sindoor. These strikes were in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 civilian lives. In response, both states have cancelled police leaves, restricted public gatherings, and...
Rafale and SCALP missiles deployed for 23-minute op
The Indian Air Force deployed Rafale jets equipped with SCALP missiles and AASM Hammer bombs during the 23-minute operation. Key targets included Bahawalpur and Muridke, known hubs for Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba , respectively. India asserts that the strikes were confined to terrorist infrastructure, avoiding Pakistani military facilities. Pakistan reported...
Airspace Restrictions Disrupt Travel Across Northern and Western India
Air travel across northern, western, and central India has been severely disrupted following the temporary closure of 27 airports, a measure implemented amid escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation confirmed that these airports will remain shut for commercial operations until Saturday, May...
