Following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 Indian tourists, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Pakistan to cooperate with India in fighting terrorism. In diplomatic calls with Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Rubio emphasized the need for cross-border collaboration and restraint to avoid further escalation. India has blamed Pakistan-based terror groups for the attack, intensifying regional tensions. The U.S. reiterated its commitment to counterterrorism and regional stability, encouraging dialogue and joint efforts to bring those responsible to justice. (PC: AP)

Air India is projected to lose around $600 million over the next year due to Pakistan's decision to close its airspace to Indian flights, following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 tourists. The closure has forced Air India to take longer alternate routes, increasing fuel costs, flight durations, and crew expenses. The airline is seeking government support, including financial aid and alternative routing through Chinese airspace. The Civil Aviation Ministry is reviewing possible relief measures to mitigate operational and financial challenges faced by the national carrier. (PC: Reuters)  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah sent a strong message following the Pahalgam terror attack, vowing that “not a single terrorist will be spared.” At a public event in New Delhi, Shah declared, “The fight is not yet over. They should not think that after killing our 27 people, they have won the war.” Reaffirming the Modi government's zero-tolerance stance, he added, “Every single person involved in the attack will receive a befitting reply.” Shah’s remarks echo those of PM Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, as India steps up counterterror operations and pledges decisive action against terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. (PC: News18)

The US has urged India and Pakistan to defuse rising tensions after a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam killed 26 civilians. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held talks with both nations, calling for peace and cooperation. India accused Pakistan of backing the terrorists behind the 22 April Pahalgam attack, a claim Islamabad strongly denies. In retaliation, India closed its airspace to Pakistani aircraft and suspended key treaties. Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave the military full freedom to respond, while Pakistan warned of possible Indian strikes. As diplomatic ties worsen, regional stability faces a serious threat between the nuclear-armed neighbors. (PC: PTI)

Tensions between India and Pakistan have surged following the Pahalgam terror attack, prompting Pakistan to launch full-scale military exercises near the Line of Control (LoC). The Pakistani Army has deployed Chinese SH-15 howitzers, radar systems, and air defence units along key border sectors. The Pakistan Air Force is running three simultaneous drills—Fiza-e-Badr, Lalkar-e-Momin, and Zarb-e-Haidari—featuring F-16, J-10, and JF-17 jets. Pakistan has also shut down airspace over Lahore and Karachi and bolstered security at air bases. India responded diplomatically with strong measures, while both nations brace for further escalation as ceasefire violations continue. (PC: AFP)

In a major power shift in Pakistan, ISI chief Lt Gen Mohammed Asim Malik has been appointed National Security Advisor, filling a post left vacant since 2022. The move signals a deeper consolidation of power by the military, sidelining Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who has been absent from public appearances. This development comes in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack in India, which killed 26 civilians and has escalated India-Pakistan tensions. With the military and ISI now central to Pakistan’s strategic direction, analysts suggest this marks a de facto partial coup, shifting control of national policy to the security establishment. (PC: R Digital)

On April 22, 2025, a brutal terror attack in Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, claimed the lives of 26 individuals—25 Hindu tourists and one local Muslim pony operator. The Resistance Front (TRF), linked to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. Indian authorities allege the attackers selected victims based on religion. Two militants were reportedly Pakistani nationals. India responded by suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, expelling Pakistani diplomats, and increasing troop alertness along the Line of Control. Pakistan denied involvement and retaliated diplomatically. The incident has sharply escalated tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors, raising fears of further conflict. (PC: The Hindu)

In a rare diplomatic alignment, Taliban-led Afghanistan and Turkey strongly condemned the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 tourists. India engaged diplomatically, sending senior official M Anand Prakash to Kabul to deepen bilateral ties and discuss regional stability. Taliban’s Foreign Ministry expressed condolences and emphasized peace efforts, while Turkey called it a “terrorist attack” without referencing J&K as disputed. This support bolsters India’s global narrative, while Pakistan faces strained ties with the Taliban and considers legal action over the Indus Waters Treaty suspension. India continues extending humanitarian aid and investment proposals in Afghanistan. (PC: ANI)

On May 1, 2025, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar told U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that the perpetrators of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 dead, must be held accountable. India maintains the attack was carried out by terrorists, including two Pakistani nationals. Pakistan has denied involvement and requested a neutral investigation. The U.S. affirmed its support for India’s fight against terrorism while encouraging both nations to avoid further escalation. India has already suspended the Indus Waters Treaty and closed its airspace to Pakistani flights, with Pakistan retaliating similarly. (PC: Reuters)

Following India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, former Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari defended his controversial remark that “if water is stopped, blood will flow.” He emphasized the cultural importance of the Indus River to Pakistan, particularly Sindh. Indian Union Minister CR Paatil challenged Bhutto to visit India if he had the courage. Pakistan’s Deputy PM Ishaq Dar warned any water blockage would be seen as an attack on Pakistan’s people and economy, escalating regional tensions. (PC: ANI)