Pahalgam Terror Attack: J&K LG Sinha Urges Army Chief To Hunt Down Perpetrators Of Pahalgam Terror Attack— Latest Updates

J&K LG Sinha Urges Army Chief To Hunt Down Perpetrators Of Pahalgam Terror Attack

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, in a meeting with Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, called for decisive action against those behind the Pahalgam terror attack.

“Every perpetrator and supporter of the Pahalgam terror attack, whatever his location or affiliation, must be hunted and they must pay the heavy price for the cowardly and dastardly act against our citizens,” said Sinha.

He urged the army, police, and CAPFs to act in close synergy to dismantle the terror infrastructure. The meeting also assessed current security measures and coordination among agencies.

General Dwivedi, who arrived in Srinagar earlier, was briefed by the 15 Corps Commander and met top Army officials and security agency representatives in the Valley.

LoP Rahul Gandhi Reaches Srinagar To Meet Pahalgam Attack Victims

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has arrived in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, and is set to visit those injured in the recent terror attack in Pahalgam.

"Today, LoP Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to visit GMC, Anantnag to enquire about the health of those injured in the Pahalgam terror attack," the Congress party announced in a post on X.

On Thursday (24 April), the Centre held an all-party meeting to discuss the Pahalgam terror attack.

Rahul Gandhi, who cut short his US visit and returned early to Delhi, said, "Everyone condemned the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The opposition has given full support to the government in taking any action."

Pakistan's Defence Minister Admits Islamabad's Role In Supporting Terror

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has publicly acknowledged the country’s historical role in supporting terrorist groups, news agency ANI reported.

In a now-viral interview with Sky News presenter Yalda Hakim, Asif responded to a pointed question about Pakistan’s history of aiding terrorist.

"But you do admit, you do admit, sir, that Pakistan has had a long history of backing and supporting and training and funding these terrorist organisations?" Hakim asked.

In response, Asif said, “We have been doing this dirty work for the United States for about 3 decades... and the West, including Britain... That was a mistake, and we suffered for that, and that is why you are saying this to me. If we had not joined the war against the Soviet Union and later on the war after 9/11, Pakistan's track record was unimpeachable.”

Asif also warned of the possibility of an “all-out war” with India.

Top Lashkar Commander Eliminated By Security Forces In Bandipora Encounter

Top Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) commander Altaf Lalli was killed in an encounter in Bandipora on Friday, days after the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that left 26 people dead.

The joint operation by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police was launched early in the morning after specific intelligence inputs. Contact was established with the terrorists, resulting in a firefight.

Altaf Lalli, a senior LeT operative, was neutralised during the operations.

Meanwhile, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi arrived in Srinagar the same day to review the operation and broader security situation.

Houses Of Lashkar Terrorists In Anantnag and Awantipora Razed

The house of Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Adil Thokar, alias Adil Guree, and Asif Shaikh who was involved in the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people was demolished in Anantnag & Awantipora, Jammu and Kashmir, today (25 April).

Guree had illegally travelled to Pakistan in 2018 where he received training, before resurfacing last year.

News reports indicate that he acted as a logistics coordinator and guide for the Pakistani militants who executed the attack. Shaikh’s involvement is also under investigation.

A reward of Rs 20 lakh has been announced by the authorities for information leading to their arrest.

Meanwhile, two security personnel were injured in a firefight with terrorists in Bandipora district during a joint Army–Police operation.

The recent attack on tourists has led to widespread protests and diplomatic actions from India, including closure of the Attari ICP and suspension of the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme and the Indus Water Treaty.

Prime Minister Modi Assures Response To Pahalgam Terror Attack In Bihar Event

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (24 April) assured the nation that perpetrators of the terror attack in Pahalgam, in which at least 26 people were killed, will be punished.

Before beginning his speech at the public gathering in Madhubani, Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called upon attendees to observe a moment of silence in memory of those who lost their lives in the Pahalgam terror attack.

The Prime Minister said that countrymen are shocked by the Pahalgam terror attack.

"I want to say this in very clear words: those terrorists who carried out this attack, and those who conspired it, will face a punishment far beyond their imagination. They will be punished. The time has come to wipe out even the last remaining ground held by terrorists. The willpower of 140 crore Indians will now crush the backbone of those who sponsor terror," PM Modi said in Hindi.

In what was clearly a message to the global community, PM Modi switched to English and said, "Friends, today, from the soil of Bihar, I say to the whole world: India will identify, track, and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the earth. India’s spirit will never be broken by terrorism. Terrorism will not go unpunished. Every effort will be made to ensure that justice is done. The entire nation stands united in this resolve. Everyone who believes in humanity is with us. I thank the people and leaders of various countries who have stood with us in this time."

J&K Police Offers Rs 20 Lakh Reward For Information On Pahalgam Terror Attack

Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday (23 April) issued a reward of Rs 20 lakh to anyone with credible information that would lead to the neutralisation of the terrorists who had carried out the "cowardly" terrorist strike in Pahalgam that killed 26 civilian tourists.

The authorities guaranteed that the identity of any such informant would be "strictly confidential."

Contact numbers for the Senior Superintendent of Police, Anantnag, and the Anantnag Police Control Room (PCR) have been made available for people who want to provide information.

In the meantime, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has called for an all-party meeting today (24 April) to discuss the situation after the valley's tragic incident.

India suspends Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan, Closes Attari Checkpost

In a big decision after the terror attack in J&K's Pahalgam, India has announced the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) over the Pahalgam terror attack in which at least 26 tourists were killed by terrorists.

In a press briefing, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced the decisions taken by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS).

"The Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance with immediate effect until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism," Misri said.

The integrated checkpost Attari will be closed with immediate effect.

Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC visa Exemption scheme.

India has also declared the defence, military, naval, and air advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi as persona non grata, giving them one week to leave the country.

Indian defence, military, naval, and air advisors in Pakistan embassy have also been withdrawn.

Terrorist Targeted A Particular Religion In Pahalgam: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed grief over the loss of innocent civilian lives in the Pahalgam terror attack and pledged a loud and clear response against the accused, while speaking at an event in Delhi.

"Yesterday, in Pahalgam, targeting a particular religion, terrorists executed a cowardly act," Singh said conveying his condolences to the families who lost their members.

Reiterating India's commitment against terrorism, Singh said, "I want to assure the countrymen that the government will take every necessary step. We will not only reach the perpetrators of this act but also the actors behind the scenes."

Pakistan Denies Role In Pahalgam Terror Attack But India Not Convinced: Report

A day after 25 tourists and a local resident were killed by terrorists in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khwaja Asif denied any involvement on Wednesday, stating, “We have absolutely nothing to do with it. We reject terrorism in all its forms and everywhere".

However, Indian authorities reportedly remain unconvinced. Initial investigations, based on eyewitness accounts, indicate that four militants—two of whom are suspected to be foreign nationals—were involved and wore camouflage.

The Resistance Front (TRF), a front for the banned Pakistan-based terror group Lashkar-e-Taiba, has reportedly claimed responsibility, raising questions over Islamabad’s denial.

The attack comes a week after provocative remarks by Pakistan Army chief General Asim Munir, who described Kashmir as Pakistan’s “jugular vein.”

NIA Team At Pahalgam Terror Attack Site To Support J&K Police In Probe

A National Investigation Agency (NIA) team, led by a DIG-rank officer, visited the Baisaran meadow, site where the deadly terror attack took place yesterday, to support Jammu and Kashmir Police in the probe.

“The NIA team members will be assisting the Jammu and Kashmir Police in the investigation,” sources were quoted as saying by ANI.

The NIA is expected to conduct forensic assessments and identify those involved.

With over three dozen injured and multiple civilian deaths, the Ministry of Home Affairs is likely to formally hand over the case to NIA soon.

Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who reached Srinagar just hours after the horrific attack, has pledged decisive action and assured that those responsible “will not be spared”.

Claims of Targeting Intelligence Officials In Pahalgam Refuted

In the face of allegations by some social media handles that the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack were associated with intelligence agencies, official sources have rejected them as "erroneous."

Flyers circulated on the internet asserted the victims were RAW and IB officials.

However, sources cited in a report by news agency ANI said that the unsubstantiated rumour circulated by some X handles and TV channels that a number of IB officers were injured is "erroneous".

They verified that just one IB official on leave was killed in front of his family, not several. Civilians were targeted in the attack.

Amit Shah Meets Grieving Families of Pahalgam Terror Attack Victims in Srinagar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah met the devastated families of victims today outside the Police Control Room in Srinagar, a day after Tuesday's terror attack in Pahalgam, Anantnag.

Shah had earlier offered a wreath in a poignant ceremony, grieving the loss of innocent lives.

Faces etched with deep sorrow filled the Home Minister's presence, expressing their grief.

Congress MP KC Venugopal and J&K Congress President Tariq Hameed Karra also offered their respects.

Shah also visited the site of the attack amid tightened security at Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam.

Political parties and trade unions across Kashmir have called for a valley-wide shutdown to express solidarity with the victims and condemn the tragedy.

LeT Commander Saifullah Kasuri Reportedly Planned Assault

At least 26 people, including two foreign nationals, were killed in a brutal terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam’s Baisaran meadow—popularly known as ‘mini Switzerland’—on Tuesday.

The terrorists, disguised in army uniforms and armed with automatic weapons, opened fire, triggering chaos in the remote, foot-accessible terrain.

Intelligence sources link the attack to The Resistance Front, a Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy, with reports suggesting it was orchestrated under the guidance of Saifullah Kasuri, a close aide of Hafiz Saeed, with involvement from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir operatives.

The incident prompted a swift national response. Prime Minister Narendra Modi cut short his Saudi Arabia visit, was briefed at the Delhi airport by top security officials, and chaired an emergency Cabinet Committee on Security meeting.

Home Minister Amit Shah also traveled to Srinagar after a high-level review.

Meanwhile, opposition leaders condemned the attack and called for an all-party meet to review the deteriorating security situation in Jammu and Kashmir.

NIA Joins Probe into Pahalgam Terror Attack, Assists J&K Police on Ground

A National Investigation Agency (NIA) team, led by a DIG-rank officer, visited the Baisaran meadow, site where the deadly terror attack took place, supporting Jammu and Kashmir Police in probing the deadliest civilian attack in two decades.

“The NIA team members will be assisting the Jammu and Kashmir Police in the investigation,” sources were quoted as saying by ANI.

The NIA is expected to conduct forensic assessments and identify those involved. With over three dozen injured and multiple civilian deaths, the Ministry of Home Affairs is likely to formally hand over the case to NIA soon.

Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who reached Srinagar just hours after the horrific attack, has pledged decisive action and assured that those responsible “will not be spared”.