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08 May

Pakistan Alleges Indian Drone Infiltration Across Multiple Cities; Reports Civilian, Military Casualties

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Islamabad (National Times): Tensions between India and Pakistan continue to escalate as Pakistan has accused India of launching a series of drone incursions across several of its cities. In a late-night press briefing, Pakistan’s military spokesperson, DG ISPR Major General Ahmed Sharif, claimed that Indian drones entered Pakistani airspace at multiple points between May 7 and 8. According to General Sharif, Pakistan’s air defence systems intercepted and downed at least 12 Indian drones. “Debris is being recovered from various regions including Lahore, Gujranwala, Chakwal, Rawalpindi, Attock, Bahawalpur, Miano, Chhor, and Karachi,” he stated. He added that one of the drones…

07 May

Pakistan Signals Willingness to De-escalate Tensions with India, Says Defence Minister Khawaja Asif Post-Operation Sindoor

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Islamabad (National Times): Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has expressed Pakistan’s readiness to “wrap up” tensions with India following India’s Operation Sindoor, a military operation that saw the Indian Armed Forces destroy nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK). The strikes were conducted in response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 people. Speaking to Bloomberg Television hours after India’s airstrikes on targets in locations including Muzaffarabad, Bahawalpur, and Kotli, Asif emphasized Pakistan’s defensive stance, stating, “Pakistan will only respond if attacked.” He added, “We have been saying all along in the last fortnight that we’ll…

06 May

India Strikes Back: ‘Operation Sindoor’ Dismantles Terror Launchpads in Pakistan and PoK

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New Delhi (National Times): In a bold and decisive move, India has launched ‘Operation Sindoor’, a military campaign aimed at destroying terrorist launchpads and planning centres inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK). The strikes come just days after the Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 25 Indians and one Nepali tourist, shocking the nation and prompting calls for accountability. Indian Armed Forces have targeted nine terror sites, meticulously avoiding Pakistani military facilities to keep the action within a non-escalatory and restrained framework, according to official sources. “This is not revenge; this is justice. Our actions are precise and rooted…

01 May

Supreme Court Dismisses Plea for Judicial Probe into Pahalgam Attack, Slams ‘Irresponsible’ Filing

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New Delhi (National Times): The Supreme Court refused to admit a PIL demanding a judicial inquiry into the Pahalgam terror attack, strongly criticizing the petitioners for filing what it termed an ill-timed and demoralizing plea. "Don't try to weaken the morale of our security forces," said Justice Surya Kant as he dismissed the petition filed by Junaid Mohd Junaid and two lawyers. “At this moment, the entire nation is united against terror. This is not the time for such prayer.” The PIL sought to set up a commission led by a retired Supreme Court judge to probe the April 22…

30 Apr

India to Conduct First Nationwide Caste Census Since 1931

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New Delhi, April 30, 2025 — In a landmark decision, the Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the inclusion of caste data in the upcoming national census, marking the first such exercise since 1931. This move aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of India's complex social structure and inform future policy decisions. Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the decision, emphasizing the constitutional authority of the Centre to conduct such a census. He noted that while some state governments have undertaken caste surveys, these lacked the scope and accuracy of a nationwide enumeration. The…

30 Apr

Pakistan Warns of Possible Indian Military Action Within 36 Hours Amid Rising Tensions

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Islamabad (National Times): Amid escalating tensions following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that left 26 people dead, mostly tourists, Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar held a midnight press conference warning of potential military action by India within the next 24 to 36 hours. Tarar stated that Pakistan possesses “credible intelligence” suggesting that India may launch an attack under the pretense of retaliating for the Pahalgam incident. “India is preparing for a military strike against Pakistan, based on unsubstantiated and false accusations,” he said during the urgent briefing. He strongly criticized what he described as India’s unilateral posture in the…

26 Apr

Amit Shah Chairs Key Meeting on Suspended Indus Waters Treaty Amid Rising Tensions with Pakistan

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New Delhi, April 25, 2025: India has officially suspended the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan, following a meeting chaired by the country's Home Minister. The move comes in the wake of a deadly terrorist attack near Pahalgam town in Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 people, including 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen. This escalation has prompted the Indian government to reconsider its water-sharing agreement with Pakistan, which has been in place since 1960.The Indus Waters Treaty, signed after nine years of negotiations, has served as a framework for water distribution between the two countries. It allocates the…

26 Apr

Bilawal Bhutto Issues Threat Over Indus Waters Treaty Freeze: ‘Either Our Water Will Flow, Or Their Blood’

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Islamabad/New Delhi (National Times): As diplomatic tensions flare between India and Pakistan following the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has made a fiery and provocative statement. "The Indus is ours and will remain ours. Either our water will flow through it, or their blood will," Bhutto declared, sparking fresh concerns over escalating hostilities between the two nations. His remarks come in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 civilian lives and has led to a sharp deterioration in Indo-Pak ties. India has responded with a…

26 Apr

Pakistan Breaches Ceasefire Again Along LoC Amid Rising Tensions Post Pahalgam Attack

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New Delhi (National Times): In a fresh provocation, Pakistani troops once again violated the ceasefire agreement by opening unprovoked fire at Indian positions along the Line of Control (LoC) during the night of April 25–26. The incident comes just days after a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that left 26 civilians dead, heightening tensions between the two neighboring nations. This marks the second consecutive night of such firing by Pakistan, with Indian military sources suggesting an attempt to test the preparedness of Indian troops. According to an official statement from the Indian Army: "On the night of…

25 Apr

Indian Air Force Launches ‘Exercise Aakraman’ Amid Tensions with Pakistan Following Pahalgam Attack

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New Delhi (National Times): In the wake of the devastating terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives in Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has initiated a significant military drill dubbed Exercise Aakraman (meaning "Attack") in the central sector near the Line of Control (LoC). This extensive operation features the IAF’s primary combat fleet, including the advanced Rafale fighter jets stationed at Ambala and Hashimara bases. The exercise showcased heightened operational readiness, with both combat and transport aircraft conducting sorties throughout Thursday night. Aircraft equipped with Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS) maintained surveillance, monitoring enemy movements…