Update: Pak, India agree to immediate ceasefire, US says it mediated the truce
WASHINGTON, May 10 (PTI): President Donald Trump on Saturday claimed that India and Pakistan have agreed to a “full and immediate” ceasefire after talks mediated by the US. The US-brokered ceasefire came hours after militaries of India and Pakistan attacked each other’s military facilities, dangerously escalating the ongoing conflict. “After a long night of talks […]
Trump claims India, Pak agree on ceasefire; no confirmation from either country
Washington, May 10 (PTI) President Donald Trump on Saturday claimed that India and Pakistan have agreed to a “full and immediate” ceasefire after talks mediated by the US. There was no immediate confirmation from either country. “After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and […]
Eight BSF troops injured in Pak shelling in Jammu
New Delhi/Jammu, May 10 (PTI) Eight Border Security Force (BSF) personnel have been injured in Pakistani shelling along the international border (IB) in Jammu on Saturday, officials said. The incident took place in the R S Pura sector, they said. The troops have been rushed to a nearby military medical facility, the officials said. The […]
Pakistan says it will consider de-escalation if India stops further attacks
Lahore/Islamabad, May 10 (PTI) Pakistan on Saturday said it will consider de-escalation if India stops further attacks, as the militaries of the two countries targeted each other’s installations, further escalating tensions. “Pakistan will consider de-escalation if India stops further attacks. However, if India launches any further strikes, our response will follow,” Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar […]
At least 60 domestic flights cancelled at Delhi airport on Saturday
New Delhi, May 10 (PTI) At least 60 domestic flights to and from the Delhi airport were cancelled on Saturday, a source said. Security measures have been beefed up, and at least 32 airports in northern and western parts of the country have been temporarily shut as the military conflict between India and Pakistan has […]
Any future terror act will be considered ‘act of war’ against India: Govt sources
New Delhi, May 10 (PTI) Any future act of terror in India will be considered an “act of war” against the country and will be responded to accordingly, top government sources said on Saturday. With this decision, the government headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeks to draw red lines against terror incidents and makes […]
Indo-Pak faceoff: Govt appreciates citizens for their continued resilience and trust
JAMMU, MAY 10: The Government of Jammu & Kashmir appreciates all its citizens for their continued resilience and trust in the face of recent developments. All the necessary measures are being taken and the government is fully prepared and equipped to handle any situation and there is no cause for alarm. The general public is […]
Govt directs CISF to check cargo, in-line baggage in view of enhanced security measures
New Delhi, May 10 (PTI) The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on Saturday said it has extended an additional security cover to temporarily supervise cargo operations and in-line hold baggage screening system at 69 civil airports of the country under its counter-terrorist cover. A spokesperson for the paramilitary force said the move has been initiated […]
PM Modi chairs meeting with top defence establishment
New Delhi, May 10 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday chaired a high-level meeting with the top defence establishment to take stock of the emerging security situation amid the intensifying military conflict with Pakistan. Modi met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, the three service chiefs and Chief of Defence Staff […]
CM announces ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakh each for kin of Pak shelling victims
JAMMU, May 10(PTI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday announced an ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakh each for the next of kin of those who lost their lives in Pakistani shelling in the Union Territory. An additional district development commissioner and 19 villagers were killed in Poonch, Rajouri, Jammu and Baramulla sectors […]
