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Pakistan: Multiple blasts heard in Lahore day after Indian strikes
The incident occurred just a day after India launched Operation Sindoor, a joint military strike — conducted by Indian Army and the Indian Air Force — on terror camps across Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives on April 22.
Singapore urges citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Jammu & Kashmir and Pakistan amid regional conflict
The MFA also advised Singaporeans currently in the region to exercise extreme caution for their safety. Additionally, it recommended that all Singaporean travellers e-register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to receive timely updates and assistance.
JeM chief Masood Azhar’s 10 family members, four aides killed in Indian strikes: Reports
10 members of JeM chief Masood Azhar’s family and four close aides killed in Indian operation conducted in Bahawalpur.
UN chief Antonio Guterres expresses deep concern after Indian armed forces conduct ‘Operation Sindoor’
UN chief Antonio Guterres expresses deep concerns after India conducted Operation Sindoor in Pakistani territory targeting terrorist camps
Pakistan ready to ease tensions if India steps back, says Defence Minister Asif
Regarding the possibility of talks, the minister said he was not aware of any such potential engagements.
China calls India’s ‘Operation Sindoor’ regrettable, urges New Delhi, Islamabad to remain calm
China describes India’s military action Operation Sindoor inside Pakistan and PoK ‘regrettable’ and asked both parties to maintain calm.
Eta Aquarids light up the sky over Singapore
This meteor shower happens every year around early May.
Pakistan to boost defence budget by 18 percent amid escalation with India
India and Pakistan have witnessed heightened tensions since the April 22 terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam that killed 26 people, including a Nepalese citizen.
Israel supports India’s right to self-defence, says envoy Reuven on ‘Operation Sindoor’
The Israeli government on Wednesday expressed strong support for the Operation Sindoor conducted by the Indian Armed Forces.
