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India Gazette
6 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
J-K: Security stepped up in Poonch ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit
Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 30 (ANI): Security arrangements have been stepped up in Poonch city of Jammu and Kashmir ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit today. Residents of the area expressed hopes for a relief package amid concerns over recent shelling incidents. Speaking to ANI, a resident said, 'People have suffered due to the shelling, we hope that the Union Home Minister will give a good package for the affected people.' Another resident, Ashukh Ahmed, shared the same hope and expectation and told ANI, 'He is our Home Minister; we have a lot of expectations from him. People have suffered a lot, so we hope to get some package from our Home Minister.' He added, 'People have suffered a lot. Houses have been destroyed, and some people have died. We hope the Home Minister will provide us with some help and support. You must have seen in the news how much damage has been caused. Even our bus stand in the district has been hit by shelling. There are very few places here that haven't been shelled. We hope the Home Minister gives us some relief.' Meanwhile, after visiting the Poonch district on Thursday, following the recent conflict between India and Pakistan, the Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In the letter, he requested a strong and generous relief and rehabilitation package for the people affected by Pakistani shelling in the border areas. 'I urge the Government of India to come out with a solid and generous relief and rehabilitation package for Poonch and all other areas affected by Pakistani shelling,' Gandhi wrote in the letter. He said that 14 people, including four children, had lost their lives. At the same time, dozens were injured in Pakistani shelling, which caused 'massive destruction' in the common areas, with hundreds of houses and other structures damaged. 'I recently visited Poonch, where 14 people, including four children, have tragically lost their lives and dozens have been injured in Pakistani shelling. This sudden and indiscriminate attack has caused massive destruction in the common areas. Hundreds of houses, shops, schools and religious places have been badly damaged. Many victims said that their years of hard work were wasted in one stroke,' the letter stated. In a post on X earlier, the Congress leader said that the pain being felt by the people of Poonch can be understood only after visiting it. India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 and struck nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir in response to a ghastly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last month in which 26 people were killed. After the attack, Pakistan retaliated with cross-border shelling across the Line of Control and Jammu and Kashmir as well as attempted drone attacks along the border regions, following which India launched a coordinated attack and damaged radar infrastructure, communication centres, and airfields across 11 airbases in Pakistan. After this, on May 10, an understanding of the cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan was announced. (ANI)
NDTV
7 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
10-Year-Old Shravan Singh Honoured As Youngest Civil Warrior Of Operation Sindoor
In a heartening display of patriotism, 10-year-old Shravan Singh from Mamdot village in Punjab's Ferozepur district has been recognised by the Indian Army as the 'Youngest Civil Warrior' during Operation Sindoor. Amidst the operation, Shravan selflessly provided soldiers with water, tea, milk, lassi, and ice, offering comfort and support. His dedication towards Indian Army and bond with the troops earned him a special felicitation by Major General Ranjeet Singh Manral, GOC of the 7 Infantry Division. #IndianArmy honours little boy Shravan Singh, who helped soldiers in Amritsar border by bringing water, milk, lassi, ice from his house during #operation_sindoor. #Sardar for a reason. Nation First! — Major Madhan Kumar 🇮🇳 (@major_madhan) May 28, 2025 Sharvan's father, Sona Singh, told PTC News,"The soldiers were stationed on our land, and from the very first day, my son began taking milk, lassi, water, and ice to them. We never stopped him because he found happiness in serving the Army. He kept visiting them regularly, and it made us proud. He now dreams of becoming a soldier one day." Speaking to the media, Shravan said he enjoyed visiting the Army personnel and providing them with refreshments. "I want to become a soldier when I grow up and serve the nation," he said. "They gave me a special gift, treated me to a special meal, and even gave me ice cream. That made me very happy." India decimated nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir with precision strikes early on May 7 in response to the dastardly April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that Operation Sindoor was not just a military mission, but "the face of a changing India" that reflects the country's resolve, courage, and growing strength on the global stage. Addressing his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister termed Operation Sindoor as a turning point in the global fight against terror and a symbol of India's growing strength and clarity of purpose.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'No credentials to speak about protecting civilians': India slams Pakistan's 'grossly hypocritical' remarks at UN
India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish NEW DELHI: India delivered a sharp rebuke to Pakistan at the UN Security Council, condemning its "grossly hypocritical" stance on protecting civilians. While addressing UN Security Council, India's permanent representative to the UN, ambassador Parvathaneni Harish challenged Pakistan's credibility in discussing civilian protection, highlighting recent provocative actions by Pakistani forces. "We just recently saw senior government, police and military officials pay respects at the funeral of noted terrorists targeted by Operation Sindoor . A nation that makes no distinction between terrorists and civilians has no credentials to speak about protecting civilians," Harish said. He detailed recent attacks by the Pakistani army that resulted in over 20 civilian deaths and 80 injuries, with deliberate targeting of religious institutions including gurudwaras, temples, convents, and medical facilities. "To preach at this body after such behaviour is grossly hypocritical," Harish stated. India's representative recalled Pakistan's involvement in numerous terrorist attacks, including the 26/11 Mumbai attack and the recent killing of tourists in Pahalgam in April 2025. "The victims of Pakistani terrorism have been predominantly civilians, since its objective has been to attack our prosperity, progress and morale," he noted. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like เริ่มแล้ว! ตลาด USDJPY อยู่ในช่วงขาขึ้นกว่าเดิม IC Markets สมัคร Undo India on May 7 launched Operation Sindoor, which targeted nine terror-related sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir. This was in response to Pahalgam terror attack that claimed lives of 26 civilians. Pakistan retaliated with crossborder shelling and attempted drone attacks, prompting India to target key Pakistani military infrastructure, including the Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi and the Rahim Yar Khan airbase. The hostilities ceased on May 10 after both countries reached an understanding. Residents of border areas in Jammu and Kashmir faced severe destruction due to Pakistani shelling during the recent cross-border tensions. These border communities were the immediate victims when hostilities broke out between India and Pakistan, though the situation has now stabilised following a mutual ceasefire agreement. The Pakistani artillery fire inflicted substantial damage in the frontier villages, leaving numerous houses either completely destroyed or severely damaged, rendering them uninhabitable. Harish addressed broader concerns about civilian protection in armed conflicts, highlighting the emerging threats from terrorist entities using new technologies. He stressed that the international community must focus on developing national capabilities to protect civilians while maintaining zero tolerance for terrorism. "Respect for principles of the UN Charter, including sovereignty and territorial integrity of Member States, should remain the basis for all actions taken by the Council for the protection of civilians," Harish stated, emphasising that politically motivated interventions in armed conflicts could have devastating consequences for civilian populations. Harish called for concrete actions to implement existing Security Council resolutions on civilian protection, emphasising that humanitarian operations must be guided by the core principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence. Residents of border areas in Jammu and Kashmir faced severe destruction due to Pakistani shelling during the recent cross-border tensions. These border communities were the immediate victims when hostilities broke out between India and Pakistan, though the situation has now stabilized following a mutual ceasefire agreement. The Pakistani artillery fire inflicted substantial damage in the frontier villages, leaving numerous houses either completely destroyed or severely damaged, rendering them uninhabitable.
News18
22-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
Pakistan's DG ISPR Echoes Hafiz Saeed In Viral Anti-India Rant: 'We'll Choke You If...'
Last Updated: India at various instances has made it clear that 'blood and water can't flow together at the same time'. Pakistani military spokesperson Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry recently echoed hate-filled sentiments against India, similar to those expressed by terrorist Hafiz Saeed in the past. Hafiz Saeed, who is reportedly the mastermind behind the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has a history of delivering inflammatory speeches against India and the US. 🔴 #BREAKING Pakistani military spokesperson @OfficialDGISPR is at a university in Pakistan delivering hate and violence-encouraging speeches against India echoing what terrorist Hafiz Saeed said some years ago !Shameful! — Taha Siddiqui (@TahaSSiddiqui) May 22, 2025 Ahmed Chaudhry was speaking at a university in Pakistan. While referring to the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) by India after the Pahalgam terror attack, he said, 'If you stop our waters, we'll choke your breath" (Tum humara paani rok doge toh hm tumhra saans band kr dege). Here is Hafiz Saeed saying the same thing : — Taha Siddiqui (@TahaSSiddiqui) May 22, 2025 Meanwhile, India at various instances has made it clear that 'blood and water can't flow together at the same time'. After the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, India announced a series of measures targeting Pakistan on April 23. The first involves holding in abeyance the Indus Waters Treaty until Pakistan ceases its support for cross-border terrorism. In addition, the Integrated Check Post at the Attari border was closed immediately. Later, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting nine terror-related sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! Location : Pakistan First Published: May 22, 2025, 23:57 IST
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Operation Sindoor: Experience proved 'litmus test' for Agniveers
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Many Agniveers were also part of the Indian military units, including air defence, which played a critical role during the recent four-day military confrontation between India and Pakistan , the significant experience earned in the line of duty proving a "litmus test" for them, people familiar with the matter said. However, only limited number of Agniveers are presently there in the military units and, therefore, they are working under the supervision of their mentors, they decimated nine terror camps in Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir and Pakistan under Operation Sindoor with precision strikes early on May 7 following which Pakistan attempted to attack the Indian military bases on May 8, 9 and Pakistani actions were strongly responded to by the Indian side. The Indian military targeted eight Pakistani air bases with missiles and other long-range weapons on May 10 in retaliation for Pakistan's attempts to strikes several military the four-day intense military confrontation, the Indian armed forces intercepted and neutralised swarms of Pakistani drones to push back aerial incursions, with the air defence system playing a critical role in thwarting the Agniveers were also part of artillery and infantry units , and also were parts of teams that manned the air defence systems , said people familiar with the experience earned in the line of duty thus proving a "litmus test" for them, they hostilities ended with an understanding on stopping all military actions following talks between the Director Generals of Military Operations of both sides on the afternoon of May 10."#GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS, and All Ranks of the #IndianArmy pay homage to the unwavering courage of #Braveheart Agniveer Murlinaik who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty during OPERATION SINDOOR. His indomitable valour will forever be etched in our hearts. The Indian Army stands resolutely with his family in this hour of grief," the Indian Army had said in a post on X on May 20.
