Live Updates: J&K Pahalgam Terror Attack fallout
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The aftermath of the gruesome Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir has set off a series of events, with the Indian government and opposition parties expressing their sentiments and taking action. Here are the latest updates:
Maritime SecurityGovernment directive under Section 411 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958 has been issued, banning Pakistani-flagged vessels from entering Indian ports and restricting Indian-flagged ships from docking at any port in Pakistan [India Today]. This move is aimed at protecting India's cargo, port infrastructure, and other maritime assets.
CWC's firm stanceFollowing a Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting, Congress leader Ghulam Ahmad Mir criticised the central government for a lack of concrete action after the Pahalgam attack on April 22. The CWC, led by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, reaffirmed full support for decisive steps taken by the government and expressed solidarity with the affected families [Hindustan Times].
Congress vs BJPBJP has targeted the Congress for "demoralising jawans of armed forces" after their leader Charanjit Singh Channi questioned the 2019 surgical strikes. The BJP has labelled the Congress as unfairly casting doubt on our armed forces' capabilities [India TV].
Investigations ongoingInvestigations into the Pahalgam attack are underway to dismantle any potential terror networks [The Hindu]. More than 175 suspects have been detained during intensive cordon-and-search operations across the district [Greater Kashmir]. The attack involved 2-3 militants who indiscriminately fired at tourists in Baisaran meadow, marking the deadliest strike on civilians in Kashmir in recent years.
Property DemolitionsFollowing the terror attack, four active terrorist properties linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) were destroyed in various districts. Earlier, two properties belonging to LeT operatives, including the prime suspect’s residence, were demolished after stored explosives detonated [NDTV].
Cross-border TensionsTensions between India and Pakistan remain high, with Pakistan’s military on high alert. India has reportedly suspended the Indus Water Treaty as a "proactive step" in response to Pakistan-linked terrorism, according to Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC [Times of India].
- The Indian government has issued a directive under Section 411 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958, isolating Pakistani-flagged vessels from entering Indian ports and restricting Indian-flagged ships from docking at any port in Pakistan, to protect its maritime assets amidst the war-and-conflicts in Kashmir.
- In response to the Pahalgam attack, Congress leader Ghulam Ahmad Mir has criticised the central government's lack of concrete action and the opposition party, Congress, has reaffirmed its support for decisive steps taken by the government, while expressing solidarity with the affected families, making it a prominent topic in general-news.
- The political landscape has soured with BJP targeting Congress for demoralising jawans of the armed forces due to their leader questioning the 2019 surgical strikes, bringing crime-and-justice to the forefront of the national debate.
- As investigations continue to dismantle potential terror networks in Kashmir following the attack, four active terrorist properties linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) have been destroyed in various districts, flagging increased military action in the area. Meanwhile, tensions between India and Pakistan remain high, with Pakistan's military on high alert and India reportedly suspending the Indus Water Treaty in response to Pakistan-linked terrorism.
