Rising tensions between India and Pakistan take center stage, fueled by a devastating terror attack that claimed 26 lives. The UN Security Council convenes to address the escalating conflict, urging de-escalation amid tough questioning of Pakistan. Compounding the situation, the Indian Army apprehends a Pakistani national along the contested Line of Control, signaling increased military vigilance. Additionally, the Indian government prepares for potential challenges with civil defense readiness drills. The region remains charged as hostilities surge.
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UN Security Council on India-Pakistan Tensions
The UN Security Council discussed India-Pakistan tensions after a terror attack killing 26 people.
Despite no official statement, Pakistan claimed partial satisfaction, while dialogue and peaceful resolution were emphasized.
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Indian Army Captures Pakistani National
Indian Army captured a Pakistani national near the Line of Control amid rising tensions.
This follows a terror attack that triggered frequent ceasefire violations by Pakistan.
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Civil Defence Drills Ordered in India
Northern and western Indian states were instructed to test civil defence readiness with mock drills.
Measures include activating air raid sirens, blackout protocols, safety training, and evacuation plans.
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The UN Security Council held a closed-door consultation Monday to discuss rising India-Pakistan tensions after a terror attack in Pahalgam killed 26 people. The meeting, initiated by Greece and requested by Pakistan, saw calls for de-escalation and “tough questions” reportedly posed to Islamabad. Though no official statement was issued, Pakistan claimed its goals were “largely served.” UN official Khaled Khiari briefed members on the volatile situation and emphasized dialogue and peaceful resolution. The UNSC's 15 members discussed the issue amid growing concern over regional stability following the deadly attack.
The Indian Army on Tuesday apprehended a Pakistani national near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch’s Chakkan Da Bagh area, amid surging India-Pakistan tensions. Army officials said the man is under interrogation. His capture follows the recent terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 25 tourists and a local, triggering frequent ceasefire violations by Pakistan across the LoC. The Indian Army has responded with retaliatory fire as border hostilities intensify. Military officials say heightened vigilance continues along the volatile frontier, which has seen firing in multiple sectors over the past few days.
Amid fears of an Indian military response to the Pahalgam terror attack, the Centre on Monday instructed northern and western states and Union Territories to test civil defence readiness. The Ministry of Home Affairs directed mock drills for May 7 across J&K, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana. States were asked to activate air raid sirens, implement blackout protocols, train civilians in safety drills, and practice evacuation plans. The alert comes as cross-border tensions spike and India braces for possible retaliation, with the Line of Control witnessing daily ceasefire violations since the attack.
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