Tag: Pahalgam Terror Attack

In the wake of the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, PDP President Mehbooba Mufti has urged the central government to adopt a restrained, intelligence-led approach to counter-terror operations. Expressing concern over mass arrests and demolitions, she warned that indiscriminate actions could deepen civilian alienation and fuel extremist narratives. "Justice and trust are the strongest weapons against terrorism," she emphasized, calling for transparency, due process, and community engagement to ensure lasting peace in the region.

Havildar Jhantu Ali Sheikh of the 6 Para Special Forces was laid to rest with full military honors in his village in Nadia district, West Bengal, on Saturday. Thousands gathered to honor the fallen hero, including his elder brother, Subedar Rafiqur Ali Sheikh, a serving soldier, who carried the flag-draped coffin. Jhantu, who grew up in poverty, became a local hero after joining the Army and eventually the elite Special Forces. Tragically, he lost his life in an encounter with terrorists in Udhampur district, Jammu and Kashmir. His father’s poignant message, “After my son’s death, everyone can see where we stand,” highlighted the deep pride and sacrifice of his family. The community and political leaders, including Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, extended their condolences and support to his surviving family members.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has formally taken over the probe into the recent Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 civilians dead. Teams from the federal agency, already present at the scene, have intensified efforts to gather evidence and record eyewitness accounts. As part of the expanding investigation, NIA officials have visited victims’ families across Odisha and West Bengal to collect crucial testimonies that may shed light on the planning and execution of one of Kashmir’s deadliest attacks in recent years.

Tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a boiling point as Pakistan’s Minister Hanif Abbasi issued a direct nuclear threat following India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. Abbasi warned that Pakistan’s 130 nuclear warheads and missile systems are "not for display" and are aimed squarely at India. The warning comes amid a series of retaliatory actions between the two nations, sparked by a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Paatil announced that the Indian government is working on a strategy to stop the flow of Indus waters into Pakistan. The decision comes after a high-level meeting chaired by Home Minister Amit Shah, and reflects India’s strong stance against cross-border terrorism.