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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will speak to the nation at 8 PM tonight, marking his first address since Pakistan’s ceasefire following Operation Sindoor, India’s decisive retaliation to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. By Our Correspondent New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation at 8 PM today, his first speech since the ceasefire that ended four days of Pakistani hostilities. This follows Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7, in response to the brutal terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam on April 22, which claimed 26 lives, including 24 Indian tourists, a Nepali tourist, and a local…

India’s Air Force executed Operation Sindoor with precision, targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK, minimizing civilian damage. The operation, a response to the Pahalgam attack, showcased India’s robust air defense capabilities. By Our Defence Correspondent New Delhi: On May 7, the Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor, a meticulously planned strike against nine terrorist sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Air Marshal AK Bharti, Director General Air Operations, detailed the operation’s success during a press briefing on Monday, emphasizing that the strikes were a direct response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. The operation targeted terrorist infrastructure…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends warm wishes on Buddha Purnima, highlighting Lord Buddha’s timeless teachings of truth, equality, and harmony in a message shared on X. By Our Senior Correspondent New Delhi — On May 12, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted citizens on the occasion of Buddha Purnima via a post on X. His message, written in Hindi, reflects on the profound impact of Lord Buddha’s principles and their enduring relevance for humanity. A Message of InspirationIn his post, PM Modi wrote, “सभी देशवासियों को बुद्ध पूर्णिमा की ढेर सारी शुभकामनाएं। सत्य, समानता और सद्भाव के सिद्धांत पर आधारित…

PM Narendra Modi told US VP JD Vance that India’s retaliation to Pakistani actions would be ‘more forceful, stronger, and devastating,’ a stance that preceded Pakistan’s ceasefire request. By New Delhi Post New Delhi, May 12, 2025 — On May 9, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed a resolute message to US Vice President JD Vance. Amid rising tensions, Modi emphasized that any Pakistani aggression would trigger a severe Indian response, a position India maintained as Pakistan sought a ceasefire the following day. Operation Sindoor’s ImpactIndia’s military operation, codenamed Sindoor, targeted eight Pakistani airbases, airfields, and radar sites, alongside ground…

After a 14-year journey, Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket, leaving behind a legacy of 9230 runs and 40 wins as India’s most successful Test captain.By New Delhi Post New Delhi — Virat Kohli, India’s cricketing icon, announced his retirement from Test cricket on May 12, 2025, via Instagram, ending a stellar 14-year career. The 36-year-old, who informed the BCCI of his decision on Saturday, steps away as India’s fourth-highest Test run-scorer with 9230 runs, trailing legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid. A Journey of Grit and GloryKohli’s Test career began in 2011, and he quickly became a cornerstone…

The recent tensions have marked at least the fourth successful mediation effort by the U.S. to persuade both nations to abandon their warlike posturing and withdraw their forces to safer positions. Analysis By Ranjit Kumar Military tensions between India and Pakistan have consistently captured the attention of the global community, leading India to reluctantly accept U.S. mediation in efforts to ease the strained relations between these two nuclear-armed neighbours. Pakistan officially declared itself a nuclear power in 1998, following its nuclear tests that year, which came shortly after India conducted its own tests in May 1998 at Pokhran. However, suspicions…

Ceasefire brings cautious relief to Kashmir, but scars of conflict linger. Villagers face damaged homes and uncertainty, yearning for peace while bracing for future tensions. By New Delhi Post New Delhi — In Srinagar’s Fateh Kadal, 62-year-old Hajira adjusts her paisley scarf, her face tense with worry. Sitting on the cold cement of a government grains store, she awaits her monthly ration, a lifeline for her family of four. The air feels heavy with the memory of recent violence. Wounds of War PersistThe ceasefire between India and Pakistan has paused the relentless shelling, but Kashmir remains on edge. Drones, explosions,…

After a night of intense US-mediated talks, India and Pakistan agreed to a full, immediate ceasefire, halting hostilities sparked by Operation Sindoor. The breakthrough, announced by Trump, aims to restore peace along volatile borders. By Our Correspondent New Delhi, May 10, 2025 – In a dramatic turn of events, India and Pakistan have agreed to a comprehensive ceasefire across land, sea, and air, effective from 5 pm on Saturday, following US-mediated talks. The announcement, made by US President Donald Trump at 5:25 pm IST, came after Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations contacted his Indian counterpart at 3:35 pm, signaling…

India has declared any future terror attack as an act of war, vowing decisive retaliation, amid escalating tensions with Pakistan. Operation Sindoor’s precision strikes on terror camps followed the Pahalgam attack, sparking blackouts and drone assaults.By New Delhi Post New Delhi, May 10, 2025 – India has issued a stark warning to Pakistan, stating that any future act of terrorism will be considered an act of war, prompting a proportional military response. This follows heightened tensions after India’s Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7, targeted nine terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in retaliation for the April 22…

Pakistan has closed its airspace to all air traffic until Sunday noon, escalating tensions with India after overnight military strikes. The move follows India’s temporary closure of 32 airports, signaling a deepening conflict with regional implications.By New Delhi Post New Delhi, May 10, 2025 – Amid a sharp escalation in the India-Pakistan conflict, Pakistan has imposed a complete shutdown of its airspace to all air traffic until 12 pm (Pakistan time) on Sunday, May 11, as confirmed by a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued by the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority. This follows a series of aggressive military exchanges, with both…