Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 11:35am on 24 Apr 2025,Thursday India
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Kashmiri students across India report rising threats and assaults. Incidents include a hostel attack in Punjab, eviction ultimatums in Uttarakhand, forced departures in Prayagraj, and harassment in Himachal Pradesh. The J&K Students Association advises caution, urging students to avoid political discussions and sensitive social media posts. National convener Nasir Khuehami has appealed to state leaders and contacted Rahul Gandhi's office, receiving assurances of intervention. J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah confirms coordination with affected states. Political figures, including Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Sajad Lone, demand immediate action to ensure the safety and dignity of Kashmiri students nationwide.
Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 08:32am on 24 Apr 2025,Thursday India
During a rally in Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a stern warning to terrorists following the recent attack in Kashmir. He declared, "Hear me loud and clear, we will break the back of terrorists, raze them to ground." Modi emphasized that the perpetrators and their conspirators would face retribution beyond their imagination. He reiterated the government's unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism and ensuring national security. The Prime Minister's remarks come in the wake of heightened tensions and underscore India's resolve to combat terrorism decisively. His address aimed to reassure the nation of the government's proactive stance against such threats. (PC: X/NarendraModi)
Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 07:04am on 24 Apr 2025,Thursday India
In India's largest anti-Naxal operation, over 20,000 security personnel from Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and Maharashtra have encircled more than 1,000 Naxals in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district. At least five Naxals have been killed in the operation, which has been ongoing for over 48 hours. The forces, including DRG, Bastar Fighters, STF, state police units, CRPF, and CoBRA, have surrounded the Karregutta hills along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border, aiming to cut off all escape routes. This area is known as the base of Maoists' battalion no. 1. The crackdown follows Union Home Minister Amit Shah's directive to eliminate Naxalism by March 31, 2026. (PC: Mint & Money Control)
Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 05:51am on 24 Apr 2025,Thursday India
New images reveal the brutal execution-style killings of 26 tourists by Pakistan-backed militants in Pahalgam. The attack, which occurred at the popular Baisaran meadow, saw terrorists open fire on tourists, most of whom were shot in the head. The strike aimed to disrupt Kashmir's booming tourism sector. At least four to five terrorists participated in the attack, targeting tourists randomly. Although the region has been generally peaceful, the attack occurred amidst rising tourism and ahead of the Amarnath Yatra. Security forces have launched extensive searches, but the attackers remain at large. Investigations point to AK-47s and M4 rifles used in the killings. (PC: Mint, AP News & Hindustan Times)
Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 05:27am on 24 Apr 2025,Thursday India
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district launched a search operation in the Khaned area of Basantgarh following specific intelligence inputs. During the operation, an exchange of fire occurred between the forces and suspected terrorists. Officials reported hearing a few gunshots from the Pathi Nalla Khaned area as joint search parties of the police and the Army advanced into the densely forested region. As of the latest reports, no casualties have been confirmed, and the operation to locate and neutralize the terrorists is ongoing. Reinforcements have been dispatched to the area to assist in the operation. The situation remains tense as security forces continue their efforts in the region. (PC: PTI)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:26pm on 23 Apr 2025,Wednesday India
In a sweeping diplomatic response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26, India on Wednesday announced five major measures against Pakistan. These include suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, closing the Attari-Wagah border, banning Pakistani nationals from entering India under the SAARC visa scheme, expelling military advisors from both High Commissions, and reducing diplomatic staff to 30. The attack, claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF), targeted tourists at Baisaran meadow in Kashmir. Prime Minister Modi cut short a foreign visit to lead the response. Home Minister Shah visited the site and met victims’ families, signaling India’s firm stance against cross-border terrorism. (PC: PTI)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:31pm on 23 Apr 2025,Wednesday India
A devastating terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir has left 26 dead, including tourists, a naval officer on honeymoon, and locals. Survivors recount harrowing moments as gunmen opened fire at a popular resort. Eyewitnesses say non-Muslims were targeted, though official confirmation is pending. Families are in mourning, and protests have erupted across India and Kashmir. Prime Minister Modi cut short his trip and vowed a strong response. A nationwide manhunt is underway. The brazen assault has sparked fears of renewed hostilities with Pakistan, as leaders demand justice for the innocent lives lost in one of Kashmir's deadliest attacks in years. (PC: PTI, EPA, BBC)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:53pm on 23 Apr 2025,Wednesday India
In a strong response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, India on Wednesday revoked the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme for Pakistani nationals. The Cabinet Committee on Security, chaired by PM Narendra Modi, ordered all Pakistanis currently in India under this scheme to leave within 48 hours. The Indus Waters Treaty has been suspended, and the Attari border crossing shut. Diplomatic staff strength will also be slashed, with military advisors expelled. India cited cross-border linkages to terrorism as the basis for these moves, emphasizing zero tolerance for terror and garnering global solidarity. (PC: NDTV)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:16pm on 23 Apr 2025,Wednesday India
In a powerful response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, cut water flow cooperation, shut the Attari-Wagah border, and banned the entry of Pakistani nationals. The decisions came after a high-level Cabinet Committee on Security meeting chaired by PM Modi. India also expelled Pakistani military envoys and ordered a reduction in Pakistan's High Commission staff in New Delhi. These diplomatic and strategic moves mark India's toughest stance yet, signaling zero tolerance for cross-border terrorism allegedly backed by Pakistan-based groups like the Lashkar-linked TRF. (PC: PTI)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:53pm on 23 Apr 2025,Wednesday India
Former Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal has called for the indefinite suspension of the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan following the terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26. "Blood and water can't go together," Sibal posted on X, urging India to act on its declared position. The attack, claimed by Lashkar-linked group TRF, occurred during US Vice President JD Vance’s visit, which Sibal cited as a strategic advantage. He said the move would send a strong message not only to Pakistan but also to regional neighbors. The treaty, signed in 1960, governs water-sharing between the two countries. (PC: NDTV)