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India Gazette
08-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"We want peace...", say civilians after continued ceasefire violation across border by Pakistan Army
Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 8 (ANI): Thirteen civilians lost their lives in Poonch while a total of 59 people, 44 of them in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir have sustained injuries due to ceasefire violations by Pakistan along the Line of Control (LoC), the External Affairs Ministry said on Thursday. The External Publicity and Public Diplomacy Division of the MEA shared the information. The intense shelling by the Pakistani army along the LoC came in retaliation for the May 7 'Operation Sindoor' in which India's armed forces targeted a total of nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Pakistan has been resorting to unprovoked small arms ceasefire after Operation Sindoor in response to the Pahalgam Terror attack. A civilian living in the border areas after the destruction due to continued ceasefire violations by the Pakistan Army said that they want peace in the country. While speaking to ANI, one of the villagers talked about the incident suffered by the locals, saying, ' We came outside when we heard sounds of shelling around 3 am today. There is only smoke and damage here want peace.' Another civilian who has suffered damage to his property said, 'The action taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi against Pakistan is very good. We request the government to help us, as my son's house is damaged.' The civilian establishments in one of the villages along the India-Pakistan border in Jammu and Kashmir have suffered serious damage in ceasefire violations by Pakistan. Meanwhile, in the Akhnoor sector, families living near the Line of Control (LoC) have been forced to leave their homes once again due to ongoing cross-border firing and to take shelter at safer places. Ajit Singh, a resident of Palatnagarh village, which is just 200 metres from the Pakistani border, recalled past experiences. 'Bullets have hit our homes. In 2016, seven walls of my house were damaged. The government gave us 4.5 acres of land, and we built new homes with their help,' he said. 'When firing starts, people leave the village. Once it stops, they return to the farm. Even animals get scared,' he added. Singh said they were recently advised to evacuate. 'Yesterday, we met the BLO (Block level officer). They told us to leave immediately. We walked until we saw a vehicle and spent the night here with our children,' he said, referring to their current temporary shelter. He recalled being displaced during the Kargil war in 1999. 'We were sent to camps then. Later, we were told this place would be safe. Now, five or six families from my village stay here.' Singh said more than 20 people, including six families, took shelter last night. 'It was cold at first, but better now,' he added. The local administration monitors the situation and has arranged temporary relief for the displaced families. The Indian Armed Forces targeted nine locations in deep areas of Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) on Wednesday morning. They launched strikes on several terrorist camps in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. (ANI)
India Gazette
08-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Name of operation says it all: Pahalgam attack victim Madhusudan Rao's relative hails Operation Sindoor
Nellore (Andhra Pradesh) [India], May 8 (ANI): The destruction of nine terror sites in Operation Sindoor on Wednesday has brought a sense of justice to the families of those killed in the Pahalgam Terror attack. A relative of Madhusudan Rao, one of the victims, has expressed his happiness over the Operation Sindoor. According to Kamakshi Prasanna, Operation Sindoor has avenged many families. She said that women lost their husbands in the Pahalgam attack, due to which the operation was named 'Sindoor'. Prasanna added that whatever happened in Pahalgam should not happen to other families. 'I heard that Operation Sindoor took place last night, which has taken the revenge of so many families. We lost our husbands, and the name of the operation says it all. I want to thank PM Modi for taking this has happened to the families in Pahalgam should not happen with anyone else', Kamakshi Prasanna told reporters on Wednesday. Another relative of Madhusudan Rao, Anil, thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for Operation Sindoor and hailed him for bringing out the terrorists. He asserted that there should not be any other terrorist attacks in India in the future. 'Thanks a lot PM Modi. It is great news for our family. We are thankful to you for bringing out the terrorists. This is just the beginning. There should not be any terrorist attacks in future in India. If anyone tries to kill even one person in India, they should be afraid', he said. Meanwhile, the Union Government has called an all-party meeting following the Operation Sindoor at 11 am in the Parliament Library building on Thursday. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju shared a post on his official 'X' handle to inform about the development. Leader of Opposition Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge will attend the meeting. On Wednesday morning, the Indian Armed Forces shared details about Operation Sindoor. The information was shared in a media briefing by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Col Sophiya Qureshi. Wing Commander Vyomika Singh said that 'Operation Sindoor' was launched to deliver justice to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack and their families. Wing Commander Vyomika Singh informed that a total of nine terror sites were targeted. During the press briefing, Col Sofiya Qureshi presented videos of precision strikes on terror camps, including from the Muridke. (ANI) '.
News18
07-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
Meet Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, IAF Helicopter Pilot Who Led Operation Sindoor Briefing
Last Updated: Wing Commander Vyomika Singh is a distinguished helicopter pilot in the Indian Air Force (IAF)and a trailblazer for women in the Indian armed forces. Wing Commander Vyomika Singh played a major role in Operation Sindoor following the Pahalgam Terror attack. She, along with Foreign Secretary Vikram Mishri and Colonel Sophia Qureshi, jointly led the media briefing for Operation Sindoor, a precisely planned and targeted strike on Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. This operation was conducted in the early hours of May 7, in response to the killing of 26 indians in Pahalagam. Early Life and Inspiration Vyomika's journey into the skies began with a childhood dream. Her name, which means 'one who lives in the sky," perfectly captures her ambition. Becoming a pilot was her dream since the sixth grade. Inspired by her passion for aviation, she joined the National Cadet Corps (NCC) during her school years and later pursued an engineering degree, becoming the first in her family to join the armed forces. Career and achievements Vyomika Singh was commissioned as a helicopter pilot in the Indian Air Force and received a permanent commission in the flying branch on December 18, 2019. Over the years, she has accumulated more than 2,500 hours of flying time, piloting Chetak and Cheetah helicopters across some of India's most challenging terrains, including high-altitude missions in Jammu & Kashmir and the Northeast. She has led numerous critical rescue operations, including one in Arunachal Pradesh in November 2020, where she showcased exceptional leadership in challenging high-altitude and adverse weather conditions. Additionally, she participated in the 2021 tri-services all-women mountaineering expedition to Mt. Manirang (21,650 feet). Her achievement was acknowledged by the Chief of Air Staff. Her ambitious career trajectory highlights the growing role of women in leadership positions within India's defence forces. Awards and honours For her bravery and professionalism, Wing Commander Singh has received commendations from the Chief of Air Staff and the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of an operational command, solidifying her status as a role model for aspiring women in the defence forces. On May 7, 2025, Wing Commander Singh co-anchored the media briefing for Operation Sindoor, a targeted strike against nine terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. This operation, conducted in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, highlighted her role not just as a pilot but as a frontline spokesperson for the IAF. Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the Pahalgam attack, saw India execute precision strikes on terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Precision-guided munitions, air-to-ground missiles, and drones were used to target key strongholds of Jaish-e-Mohammed (Jem) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). While Pakistan acknowledged explosions, it denied the existence of terror camps, condemning the operation. Indian officials maintained the action was in self-defence, with estimates suggesting 80 to 90 terrorists neutralised. First Published:
New Indian Express
03-05-2025
- New Indian Express
Search for Pahalgam terror suspect made after Chennai flight landed, says Sri Lankan police
COLOMBO: Was a suspect linked to the Pahalgam Terror attack on a flight from Chennai to Colombo? On Saturday noon, Sri Lankan police carried out a search of all passengers from a Sri Lankan Airlines that landed at 11:59 am at the Bandaranaike International Airport following a tip-off of such a possibility. "The search was carried out in coordination with local authorities following an alert from the Chennai Area Control Centre regarding a suspect wanted in India who was believed to be on board," a Sri Lankan Airlines statement said. A comprehensive security inspection of the aircraft was carried upon arrival before it was cleared for further operations, the statement added. On April 22, terrorists had slaughtered 26 innocents, mostly tourists, on the Baisaran meadow in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) had, in its preliminary report, confirmed the involvement of Pakistan-based terror group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), and the Pakistan Army in the attack. They had also identified around 20 overground workers (OGWs) from the Kashmir Valley who allegedly provided logistical support to the attackers. These individuals are currently being interrogated. NIA investigations had revealed that the attackers infiltrated weeks before the assault and were supported by the network of local OGWs who sheltered them, conducted reconnaissance, and facilitated their movements. Sources said the terrorists reached Pahalgam around April 15 and surveyed four potential sites — Baisaran Valley, Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and a local amusement park. They ultimately chose Baisaran due to the thin security presence there. The NIA had recovered over 40 cartridges from the site, which have been sent for ballistic and chemical analysis. Investigators also conducted 3D mapping of the area and extracted tower dump data from nearby mobile towers.
India.com
02-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Pakistan's desperate cyber provocations, repeated hacking attempts foiled by India
Pakistan's desperate cyber provocations, repeated hacking attempts foiled by India In a continued wave of cyber offensives, Pakistan-sponsored hacker groups such as 'Cyber Group HOAX1337' and 'National Cyber Crew' made unsuccessful attempts to breach some websites yesterday, news agency ANI reported. These hacking efforts were promptly identified and neutralised by cybersecurity agencies. One of the most disturbing attempts was made on the websites of Army Public School Nagrota and Sunjuwan. These sites were targeted to spread hateful messages about the victims of the recent Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives. In another incident, a healthcare website dedicated to ex-servicemen was defaced, highlighting the extent of desperation shown by Pakistan-backed hackers, reported ANI. There have been many similar attempts in recent days. Hackers are choosing websites related to children, war veterans, and civilians. Targeting such innocent people shows the unethical ways in which these groups are operating. According to ANI, the websites of the Army Institute of Hotel Management and Indian Air Force veterans were also attacked. These actions clearly show that Pakistan is trying to trouble India and create problems online. On April 29, after failing to breach important defence systems, Pakistani hackers shifted their focus to public websites, like those used for education and welfare. A group calling itself 'IOK Hacker' (Internet of Khilafah) tried to deface pages, disturb services, and steal personal information. However, India's strong cybersecurity setup caught these attacks in real-time and traced them back to Pakistan. Four related hacking cases were confirmed by Indian intelligence. These included attacks on the websites of Army Public School (APS) Srinagar and APS Ranikhet, both of which were flooded with hateful content. APS Srinagar also faced a DDoS (distributed denial-of-service) attack to crash the website. Hackers also tried to access the database of the Army Welfare Housing Organisation and the job portal for retired Indian Air Force personnel. All these websites were secured quickly, and no sensitive or secret information was leaked. These cyberattacks are part of Pakistan's long-standing tactic of creating unrest in India, whether through terrorism or digital attacks. It looks like they are now trying to test India's patience in the cyber world as well. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked small arms firing across the Line of Control for the eighth day of the night of May 1 and the early hours of May 2. India n Army has effectively responded to the unprovoked firing in areas opposite Kupwara, Baramulla, and Poonch districts, as well as in the Naushera and Akhnoor sectors in Jammu and Kashmir (J-K). The firing started on April 25 days after the Pahalgam Terror attack in which 26 tourists were killed. Indian troops acted responsibly and responded in a controlled way to Pakistan's unprovoked firing, as confirmed by the Indian Army. (With ANI Inputs)
