Tensions between India and Pakistan escalate as Prime Minister Modi meets with military leaders to discuss the aftermath of a deadly terror attack. The UN Security Council plans a closed-door session amid calls for action from Pakistan. In a worrying turn, there’s been a spike in unprovoked cross-border firing, marking a shift in patterns along the Line of Control. Amidst this unrest, Indian security forces uncover a militant hideout, ramping up efforts to secure the region.
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India's Retaliation Plans Unfold
India is preparing potential retaliatory measures against Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack.
The UN Security Council is engaging with this issue amidst rising India-Pakistan tensions.
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Expanded Ceasefire Violations by Pakistan
Pakistani troops have violated ceasefire across multiple fronts for 11 straight nights since the April 22 terror attack.
This marks a shift with violations spreading beyond the usual southern Pirpanjal sector.
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Militant Hideout Discovered in Poonch
Security forces discovered and neutralized a militant hideout with explosives in Poonch district.
This highlights ongoing efforts to combat militant activities amid regional tensions.
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This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 5th of May and here are the headlines.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Monday, following a briefing by Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh on India’s military preparedness after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. The meeting focused on potential retaliatory measures against Pakistan. Additionally, the UN Security Council will hold a closed-door meeting regarding the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, with Pakistan calling for an emergency session. India has already taken actions, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and downgrading diplomatic ties.
Pakistani troops engaged in unprovoked firing across eight forward sectors along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, violating ceasefire agreements. This marks the 11th consecutive night of such violations, following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22. The unprovoked firing has been widespread, with violations now affecting multiple sectors along the LoC, a shift from past occurrences, which typically focused on southern Pir Panjal. India retaliated to protect its borders and maintain peace in the region amidst rising tensions with Pakistan.
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir discovered a militant hideout in the border district of Poonch on Monday. During a search operation in the Surankote forest area, the Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police's Special Operations Group recovered five improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and two wireless sets. The search followed intelligence reports. The IEDs, weighing between 0.5 kg and 5 kg, were destroyed in a controlled explosion at the site. The operation underscores ongoing efforts to neutralize militant threats in the region, especially amid rising tensions with Pakistan.
Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned the Pahalgam terror attack during a phone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday. He expressed deep condolences for the victims and reiterated Russia’s full support for India’s fight against terrorism. Putin emphasized that the perpetrators and their supporters must be brought to justice. The leaders also reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. Additionally, Modi extended greetings to Putin on Russia’s 80th Victory Day anniversary, highlighting the longstanding diplomatic ties between the two nations.
That's all for today. This was the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express.
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