Pahalgam Attack Live: Pak Violates LoC Ceasefire For 12th Night; UNSC Holds Closed Consultations On Indo-Pak Tensions

Congress stands with govt for any action against Pakistan after Pahalgam attack; country supreme beyond party, says Mallikarjun Kharge

In a post on X, the BJP appealed to citizens, party workers, leaders, and students to volunteer, as the Ministry of Home Affairs has directed all states to conduct mock drills on May 7.

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge alleges that PM Modi cancelled Kashmir visit after intelligence report on possible terror attack there.

A Pakistani national has been apprehended from the LoC in the Poonch sector, Jammu and Kashmir. Further investigation underway, Army official told to ANI.

Authorities in Jammu have reviewed a development plan to enhance civic amenities for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra.

Citing officials PTI reported that the review focused on improving infrastructure and sanitation to ensure a smooth experience for thousands of devotees expected to participate in the annual pilgrimage to the revered 3,880-metre-high Amarnath cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas.

UN Security Council member nations have posed tough questions to Pakistan while discussing the Pahalgam terror attack amid increasing global outrage over the dastardly strike that killed 26 civilians.

The Security Council refused to issue a statement following the meeting which was held in a consultative room rather than the main hall, effectively dismissing Pakistan's attempt to get a favourable position from the Security Council.

There was broad condemnation of the terrorist attack and the need to fix accountability for it, authoritative sources told PTI after an informal session of the top UN body.

Amid tensions over the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, mostly tourists, PM Modi met NSA Doval. High-level meetings since then have accelerated talk of military action against the Pakistan-backed terrorists.

Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, visits the family of Lt. Vinay Narwal, the Indian Navy officer, who was martyred in the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.

Pakistan라이브 바카라 Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar, stated that Islamabad has "serious reservations" over India's recent actions following the Pahalgam incident.

During the closed UNSC meeting, Pakistan once again raised the Kashmir dispute and stated that it was a core issue between the two countries.

The Kashmir dispute is the core issue between Pakistan and India and it must be resolved in line with the aspirations of the Kashmiri people,” he was quoted as saying by Geo TV.

The water level in the Chenab River at Jammu's Akhnoor dropped significantly after authorities closed gates of the Salal and Baglihar dams as a coercive measures implemented on Pakistan amid escalating tension after the April 22 Pahalgam attack.

Locals gathered near the river to see the drop in water levels, and the police have warned the people against crossing the river on foot and to restrain them  from searching for gold and silver ornaments and coins.

The decrease in the water level is due to the closure of the Salal and Baglihar hydel power dams in Reasi and Ramban districts on Sunday morning, The Indian Express reported.

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Amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, the United Nations Security Council has held closed-door consultations where envoys called for restraint and dialogue.

The consultations, held by the 15-nation Security Council, lasted about an hour and a half on Monday afternoon but no statement was issued from the Council after the meeting.

Pakistan, currently a non-permanent member of the powerful Council, had requested for "closed consultations" on the situation between the nuclear-armed neighbours.

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Following the orders issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Central government has instructed the northern and western states along with Union territories to conduct civil defence mock drills on May 7.

This call for war mokc drills comes amid escalating tensions with Pakistan due to the Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 civilians. Read here to know more

Over closed-door UNSC meeting on Kashmir, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said, "...I am quiet confident that the UNSC will not pass a resolution criticising Pakistan because China will veto it, they will not pass a resolution criticising us as many countries will object to it and probably veto it. It will be more a call for peace and concern about terror in a general kind of language."

"I am not expecting anything specific out of the Council, either in formal meetings or informal consultations, that will directly affect us or Pakistanis very much. That is the sad reality of the way these things function."

-ANI

Several high-ranking officials, including DG Civil Defence and DG NDRF, arrive at the Ministry of Home Affairs for the meeting called by Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan regarding the conduct of mock drills for effective Civil Defence across the nation on 7th May.

On nationwide mock drills tomorrow, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut's statement, " Mock drills keep happening in the country where a war-like situation arises...We have the experience of 1971 and the Kargil war...if the govt wants to conduct a mock drill, then fine...in 1971, there was no means of communication, but today you can tell people what to do and what not to..."

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Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan will on Tuesday review the preparations for strengthening civil defence mechanisms that include conducting mock drills on air-raid warning sirens, training civilians to protect themselves in the event of a "hostile attack" and cleaning bunkers and trenches.

"The home secretary will review the preparations for civil defence being made across 244 districts. Chief secretaries and heads of civil defence from across the country will participate in the meeting via video conferencing," a source told PTI.

Parts of the Chenab River started to dry up as India closed all the gates of the Baglihar Hydroelectric Power Project Dam and Salal Dam, regulating water flow to Pakistan.

Also Read | Chenab라이브 바카라 Water Level Drops In Akhnoor After India Shuts Salal and Baglihar Dams

A tourist said, " People of Kashmir are cooperative and well qualified, there is no issue...Right now, the situation is very good...I want to say to all tourists not to cancel your trip, you should visit Kashmir."

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Under the directions issued by the Union Home Ministry for the mock drill of Civil Defence in all the states and union territories on 7th May, Uttar Pradesh DGP Prashant Kumar has also issued instructions to the districts of the state to conduct the mock drill in coordination with the general public to deal with any situation and make adequate security arrangements.

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UN Security Council members raised tough questions for Pakistan at its informal session today. They refused to accept the “false flag” narrative and asked whether LeT was likely to be involved. There was broad condemnation of the terrorist attack and recognition of the need for accountability. Some members specifically brought up targeting of tourists on the basis of their religious faith.

Many members expressed concern that Pakistan라이브 바카라 missile tests and nuclear rhetoric were escalatory factors. Pakistan라이브 바카라 efforts to internationalise the situation also failed. They were advised to sort out the issues bilaterally with India: Sources on the UNSC closed-door session on Kashmir

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Baglihar Dam gates closed, visuals surface from Ramban.

Pakistan will respond with "full force" to preserve its "national prestige" and wellbeing of its people, Army chief Gen Asim Munir said Monday.

General Munir made the comments during his interaction with participants of the 15th National Workshop Balochistan at GHQ, according to a statement issued by the army.

He "emphasised that Pakistan seeks peace in the region and beyond, however, if Pakistan's sovereignty and territorial integrity is violated, Pakistan will respond with full force to preserve its national prestige and wellbeing of its people,” the army said.

"Terrorist groups that perpetrate terror in the name of Baloch identity to advance their petty insidious agenda are a blemish on Baloch honour and patriotism,” he said while talking about the unrest in Balochistan.

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Amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, the United Nations Security Council has held closed-door consultations where envoys called for restraint and dialogue.

The consultations, held by the 15-nation Security Council, lasted about an hour and a half on Monday afternoon but no statement was issued from the Council after the meeting.

Pakistan, currently a non-permanent member of the powerful Council, had requested for "closed consultations" on the situation between the nuclear-armed neighbours. Read Here

UN chief António Guterres on May 5 condemned the Pahalgam attack and he said perpetrators must be brought to justice. Urging both India and Pakistan to avoid military confrontation, he said, “make no mistake, a military solution is no solution, and I offer my good offices to both governments in the service of peace.”

This comes after both India and Pakistan separately said that they are preparing their different military actions. Read Here

As tensions between India and Pakistan continue to escalate, Pakistani troops have violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir for the 12th consecutive night, prompting a strong and balanced response from the Indian Army.

During the night of May 5-6, Pakistan Army initiated unprovoked small-arms fire across the LoC in areas opposite Kupwara, Baramulla, Poonch, Rajouri, Mendhar, Naushera, Sunderbani, and Akhnoor, said a Defence spokesperson in Jammu. Read Here

Amid the heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following the April Pahalgam terror attack, the Union Home Ministry has directed several states to conduct civil defence drills on May 7.

The drills will feature air raid warning sirens and provide training for civilians and students in civil defence measures to ensure their safety during a potential attack.

Measures will also be taken to quickly shut off lights and power during emergencies and to camouflage or hide important buildings and installations.

A total of 244 civil districts are taking part in the mock drill, as per the reports. Read Here