THE HEADLINES:
• Government convenes all party meeting in New Delhi in view of Pahalgam terror attack; Leaders across party lines endorse actions taken by centre against Pakistan and assures full support in fight against terrorism.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, country's spirit will never be broken by terrorism; Vows to pursue terrorists to the end of earth.
• MEA briefs envoys of select nations including Germany, Japan, UK and Russia on Pahalgam terror attack.
• BSF scales down beating retreat ceremony at "Attari border"; no gate opening and shake hands to be done.
• And, in IPL Cricket, match between hosts Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals underway at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium.
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Leaders cutting across party lines have extended support to the actions taken by the Cabinet Committee on Security against Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack. They also assured the government of full support in fight against terrorism and possible action taken by it during the all-party meeting convened by the government at Parliament House complex in New Delhi in view of the Pahalgam terror attack .
Talking to media, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said all parties expressed their concern at the terror attack and extended their support. He said the Defence Minister informed about the incident that happened in Pahalgam and the actions taken by the Indian government in the Cabinet Committee on Security meeting.
Talking to media after attending the meeting, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi said every one condemned the Pahalgam terror attack and the opposition has given full support to the government to take any action.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge said that all parties condemned the terror attack. He said that efforts should be made to maintain peace in Jammu and Kashmir.
TMC leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay said that security lapses were discussed during the meeting. He affirmed that all political parties had assured the government of their support, regardless of the decisions they take in the interest of the country.
Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh said that the entire nation is angry, sad and the nation wants the central government to give a befitting reply to the terrorists in their language.
AIMIM MP Assaduddin Owaisi said this is not a political issue, and he will support whatever decision the central government takes.
Around 13 leaders of different political parties attended the meeting which lasted for around 2 hours.
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In Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah convened an all-party meeting in Srinagar today, following Tuesday’s terror attack in Pahalgam. During the meeting, all parties unanimously endorsed the steps taken by the Union Government against Pakistan. The Meeting also strongly condemned the heinous and inhumane attack in Pahalgam that targeted the innocent civilians.
After the conclusion of the meeting this evening, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah read out the resolution passed unanimously by all members present.
Our correspondent reports that India is taking strong measures against Pakistan following the terror attack at Pahalgam.
"The message is loud and clear that New Delhi will not tolerate terrorism and acts of terror will not go unpunished. Today, Home Minister Amit Shah and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar briefed President Droupadi Murmu on the terror attack. India has also launched a wide-reaching diplomatic campaign to inform other countries about the terror attack. External Affairs Ministry today briefed ambassadors of select countries over the issue at South Block in Delhi. Foreign envoys of nations including Germany, Japan, Poland, UK and Russia were among those who were briefed. Government has also suspended suspend visa services to Pakistani nationals with immediate effect in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. Meanwhile, Delhi Police removed the barricades that were placed outside the Pakistan High Commission in Delhi. Protests were also seen outside the Pakistan High Commission. Suparna saikia, Akashvani News, Delhi. "
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Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and King of Jordan Abdullah II today reached out to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack. In a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Mr Netanyahu expressed solidarity with the people of India, and the families of the victims.
The Japanese Prime Minister expressed his condolences at the loss of lives in the terror attack. He said that terrorism cannot be justified.
Jordan's King conveyed his condolences at the loss of innocent lives, saying that terrorism should be rejected in all its forms and manifestations.
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In view of the terrorist attack on innocent tourists in Kashmir's Pahalgam, a decision has been taken to scale down the ceremonial display during the Retreat Ceremony at Attari in Amritsar, Hussainiwala in Ferozepur and Sadki in Fazilka, in Punjab.
Quoting senior BSF sources, our Jalandhar Correspondent reports that no gate opening will be conducted even during the retreat ceremony.
"Border Security Force also decided not to open gates during the Beating the Retreat ceremony held at all the three places in Punjab. At the same time, no shake-hands by the Indian Guard Commander with his counterpart from Pakistan Rangers will now on be done after lowering the Indian flag at the time of the Sun set, as was the protocol. Meanwhile, the tourists who visited Attari-Wagah Joint Check Post, today, to be part of the world famous retreat ceremony, expressed anguish over the attack and demanded stern action against those responsible for it. Meanwhile, in view of the CCS decision on the SAARC Visa Ban for Pakistani Nationals and instructions to those currently in India under this arrangement to must leave within 48 hours, 28 Pakistani Nationals have crossed over from India to Pakistan via Attari and 105 Indians have also returned. Rajesh Bali, Akashvani News, Jalandhar."
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today asserted that the spirit of the nation will never be broken by terrorism. He vowed that India will identify, trace, and punish every terrorist and their supporters, declaring that the country will pursue them to the ends of the Earth.
Speaking at a public gathering in Madhubani district on the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day, the Prime Minister emphasized that terrorism will not go unpunished. He added that every effort will be made to ensure justice is delivered, reaffirming that the entire nation stands united in this resolve.
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Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi will visit Jammu and Kashmir tomorrow in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. Sources said that the Army Chief will review the security situation in the region. It added that top commanders of the local military formations will brief the Army Chief on the counter terrorist measures taken by the force in the valley and along the Line of Control.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today stated that India’s steel industry is brimming with renewed confidence about its future. Speaking virtually at the inauguration of the INDIA STEEL - 6th International Exhibition and Conference being held in Mumbai, Mr. Modi highlighted the ambitious goals set under the National Steel Policy.
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The Indian Navy's latest indigenous guided missile destroyer, INS Surat, has successfully carried out a precision cooperative engagement against a sea-skimming target. Sharing a video in a social media post today, the Navy stated that this achievement marks another milestone in strengthening the country’s defence capabilities.
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The Supreme Court today said that it would begin the final hearing on the 6th and 7th of next month on the appeals filed by the Gujarat government and several other convicts in the 2002 Godhra train burning case. A bench of Justices J.K. Maheshwari and Rajesh Bindal will hear appeals filed by the Gujarat government and several convicts.
In February 2002, 59 people, mostly kar sevaks, died when the Sabarmati Express was set on fire near Godhra in Gujarat.
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China today dismissed reports of ongoing tariff negotiations with the United States, stating there is “no factual basis” for claims of progress in the trade dispute. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun told reporters that no talks are currently underway and no agreement is in sight. Guo emphasized the tariff war was initiated by the U.S., and while China remains open to dialogue, any discussions must be based on “equality, respect, and mutual benefit.”
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Nine Palestinians were killed in an Israeli air strike on a police station in Jabalia market area in northern Gaza today. Officials said, several other people were also wounded when missiles hit the market area of Jabalia town. At least 17 other people were reportedly killed elsewhere in Gaza.
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Domestic equity indices ended over 0.3 per cent down, snapping their seven-day winning streak in today's rangebound trading session amid weakness in realty and FMCG sectors.
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In IPL T20 Cricket, hosts Royal Challengers Bengaluru were 197 for 4 in 19 overs against Rajasthan Royals at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru a shortwhile ago. Virat Kohli and Devidutt Paddikal scored half centuries. Earlier, Rajasthan Royals won the toss and opted to bowl.
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THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN.
• Government convenes all party meeting in New Delhi in view of Pahalgam terror attack; Leaders across party lines endorse actions taken by centre against Pakistan and assures full support in fight against terrorism.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, country's spirit will never be broken by terrorism; Vows to pursue terrorists to the end of earth.
• MEA briefs envoys of select nations including Germany, Japan, UK and Russia on Pahalgam terror attack.
• BSF scales down beating retreat ceremony at "Attari border"; No gate opening and shake hands to be done.
• And, in IPL Cricket, match between hosts Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals underway at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium.
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