The Brics Parliamentary Forum strongly condemned the Pahalgam terrorist attack, a move seen as a rebuke to Pakistan's justification of anti-India terror. The forum, including China, committed to combating terrorism in all forms, including cross-border movement and financing. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasized joint efforts to curb financial support to terrorist organizations and enhance intelligence sharing among nations.
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The BJP has strongly criticized Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's remarks regarding Operation Sindoor, labeling them as disgraceful and vulgar. Mann questioned the BJP's Sindoor distribution initiative, leading to accusations of insulting the symbol of love and sacrifice for Indian women.
Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Saifullah Kasuri, a key plotter in the Pahalgam terror attack, delivered an inflammatory anti-India speech in Lahore, surrounded by Pakistani security forces and ISI officials. He boasted about his notoriety following the attack, sharing the stage with US-designated terrorist Talha Saeed. "I have become more famous since being accused of the attack," he gloated, as per information reaching here.
The Congress party criticized the Modi government's foreign policy, asserting its failure as no country condemned Pakistan for terrorism during all-party delegation tours. They highlighted Russia's statement crediting Donald Trump for mediating the India-Pakistan ceasefire, indicating a shift in global perception. The party lamented Pakistan's resurgence on the world stage, evidenced by high-level receptions and UN appointments.
Delhi experienced a slight temperature increase, followed by an overcast sky, gusty winds, and brief rainfall in several areas, offering some relief. The Met Department has issued an orange alert for Friday, forecasting light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms due to a western disturbance affecting northwest India. Officials advise against mountain travel due to potential severe weather.
Prime Minister Modi addressed a public gathering in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, condemning Pakistan for targeting the region's tourism industry and attacking humanity and Kashmiriyat in Pahalgam. He accused Pakistan of attempting to incite communal riots and destroy the livelihoods of poor Kashmiris. Modi lauded the resilience of the people and highlighted Operation Sindoor, a decisive blow to Pakistan-based terrorists.
BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad criticized Pakistani protesters in Copenhagen, calling Pakistan a desperate country acting on handlers' orders. An Indian parliamentary delegation, promoting awareness of Operation Sindoor, faced the protests. The delegation, including MPs from various parties, highlighted Pakistan's alleged support for terrorism and misuse of IMF loans for anti-India activities, emphasizing cross-party unity against Pakistan's actions.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, wrongly deported to El Salvador in March, will return to the US to face federal charges after diplomatic negotiations. His lawyer criticizes the government's handling of the case, emphasizing due process rights. Abrego Garcia faces charges of conspiracy and transporting illegal aliens, some allegedly linked to MS-13.
In response to a recent terrorist attack, the Amarnath Yatra will see unprecedented security measures, including nearly 50,000 CRPF personnel, surveillance drones, and bomb disposal squads. The 38-day pilgrimage will have heightened protection with road opening duties, quick action teams, and convoy escorts equipped with satellite phones and jammers.
The Orissa High Court granted a 26-year-old rape accused one-month bail to marry the 22-year-old complainant, whom he allegedly raped when she was a minor. The court acknowledged their relationship as consensual, not forced, prior to the case.
Punjab Police's SSOC has exposed a terror-linked espionage network allegedly backed by Pakistan. Jasbir Singh, a YouTuber, is accused of maintaining contact with PIOs suspected of working for Pakistani handlers, including a previously arrested spy and an expelled Pakistani official. Singh's travels to Pakistan and interactions with Pakistani officials are under investigation, with seized devices undergoing forensic analysis.