Pakistan warned that India may launch military action within 24-36 hours, citing “credible intelligence” over alleged links to the Pahalgam terror attack. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar rejected the accusations, offered an independent probe, and urged global attention, asserting Pakistan’s commitment to sovereignty and blaming India for any escalation.
The Central Govt is considering closing Indian airspace to Pakistani airlines. If implemented, Pakistani flights would need to reroute via China or Sri Lanka to reach Southeast Asia, significantly increasing travel time and costs. Additionally, the government is also evaluating a ban on Pakistani ships from entering Indian ports.
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Opposition leaders Omar Abdullah, Asaduddin Owaisi, and Shashi Tharoor drew praise for their bold, clear criticism of the BJP-led Centre. Their sharp remarks stood out amid widespread outrage, earning acclaim on social media, even from usual critics, for their strong, unflinching political messaging.
Iran’s interior minister blamed “negligence” for the deadly blast at Shahid Rajaee Port that killed 70 people. The explosion occurred near the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route. Over 1,000 people were injured. Firefighting efforts continued two days later. Officials said culprits have been identified, with investigations still ongoing into the cause.
The Patiala Court in Delhi has extended the custody of Tahawwur Rana, who was a key accused in the Mumbai attack case, for next 12 days. As Tahawwur’s custody ends, the NIA has requested the court to extend it by 12 days. Special Judge Chanderjit Singh held an inquiry into this. Rana was brought to […]
10-year-old Youssef al-Najjar races to community kitchens daily, desperate to secure food for his family after his father’s death in Gaza. With supplies dwindling due to a blocked aid, thousands of Gazans, including children, endure long waits and chaos. The UN’s WFP warned of a worsening hunger crisis, leaving many on the brink of starvation.
A Pakistani anti-terrorism court sentenced Muhammad Naveed to life imprisonment on charges of terrorism and the murder of PTI activist Moazzam, related to the November 2022 attack on Imran Khan. Naveed was also fined PKR 500,000 and sentenced to five years for injuring four others. He was acquitted of injuring Khan due to absent witnesses.
Three American children, aged two, four, and seven, including one with metastatic cancer, were deported from Louisiana with their undocumented mothers, rights groups said. The ACLU called the deportations “illegal and inhumane,” noting a pregnant mother and lack of medical care. ICE defended the move, citing parental consent.
Former Vice Chief of the Army, Lt Gen S Pattabhiraman, passed away at 78. The Indian Army honored him as “a soldier at heart and a leader in spirit,” extending condolences to his family. With a 40-year career, he held prestigious roles, including Colonel Commandant of The Bombay Sappers and army commander of the Western […]
India and Pakistan have fought 4 major wars since their independence. Key conflicts include the 1947-1948 war over Kashmir, the 1965 war, and the 1971 war, which led to the creation of Bangladesh. Tensions also escalated with the Kargil War in 1999. Despite many conflicts, both nations have avoided a full-scale war in recent years.
In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, Union Minister Piyush Goyal stressed that terrorism will persist unless all 140 crore Indians embrace patriotism and nationalism as their supreme duty. Speaking in Mumbai, Goyal affirmed India’s unshakable strength, emphasizing the country’s capability to respond decisively to such acts of terrorism.
Tension gripped Jaipur’s Johri Bazar after protesters accused BJP MLA Balmukund Acharya of raising offensive slogans and pasting a poster at Jame Masjid. An FIR has been filed, though Acharya denies wrongdoing, claiming he only condemned terrorism. Heavy police presence remains as leaders meet officials.
Akhilesh Yadav blames the central govt for a significant intelligence failure leading to the Pahalgam terror attack. He criticized BJP for politicizing the tragedy and demanded strict punishment for the perpetrators. Yadav highlighted the delay in military and medical aid and questioned the government’s preparedness, calling it a serious security lapse.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal assured the Amarnath Yatra will begin smoothly on July 3 despite the Pahalgam terror attack. He ruled out trade ties with Pakistan, calling it a “terrorist nation,” and reiterated visa cancellations. Goyal stressed that Kashmir’s development path remains strong, and tourism will soon resume, undeterred by terrorism.
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khwaja M Asif admitted to doing “dirty work” for the US and the West, acknowledging Pakistan’s past role in supporting terror groups. Speaking to Sky News, he called it a “mistake,” stating that Pakistan suffered due to its involvement in conflicts like the Soviet-Afghan war and the US-led war on terror, following […]