Pahalgam Terror Attack @ Jammu & Kashmir

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In one of the deadliest attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, Lashkar-linked terrorists opened fire on a group of tourists in Pahalgam on Tuesday, killing at least 28 people, including foreign nationals, and injuring many others. The Resistance Front (TRF), a Lashkar offshoot, claimed responsibility for the attack. Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level security meeting in Srinagar with all the agencies following the terror attack. The terrorists targeted a group, which included women and elderly individuals, in a brazen attack after noon. Eyewitnesses told security forces that two to three men dressed in military fatigues rushed in and opened fire indiscriminately at tourists enjoying the Baisaran Meadows of Pahalgam on horseback. Security forces were swiftly deployed to the area, and a large-scale anti-terror operation was launched to track down the assailants. Videos of the aftermath showed people lying motionless and bloodied on the ground, while women frantically searched for their loved ones. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Home Minister Amit Shah to assess the situation in Jammu and Kashmir while he was on a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia. The attack occurred while US Vice President JD Vance, who expressed his condolences for the victims, was on a four-day visit to India. Jammu Kashmir Terror Attack Live: Air India offers free rescheduling, cancellation of tickets from and to Srinagar Air India and Air India Express offer free rescheduling and cancellation of tickets from and to Srinagar until April 30th. Customers cancelling their tickets will be given full refund. No fees for rescheduling tickets to a later date Jammu Kashmir Terror Attack Live: Putin condemns Pahalgam attack, extends condolences to Indian leaders Russian President Vladimir Putin extended condolences to President of India Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. “Esteemed Mrs President, Esteemed Mr Prime Minister. Kindly accept the sincere condolences over the tragic consequences of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, whose victims were civilians — citizens of various countries. This brutal crime has no justification whatsoever. We expect that its organisers and perpetrators will face deserved punishment,” he said. Jammu Kashmir Terror Attack Live: 26 killed in deadly terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam: What we know so far At least 26 people, including foreign nationals, were killed in a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The Resistance Front (TRF) claimed responsibility. Prime Minister Modi condemned the attack, and security forces launched a search operation. Union Minister Amit Shah is set to visit the region for a security review. Here’s what we know so far about the attack. Jammu Kashmir Terror Attack Live: PM Modi cuts short Saudi Arabia visit following Kashmir terror attack In light of the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam in Kashmir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has decided to cut short his visit to Saudi Arabia. Government sources confirmed to PM Modi will skip the official dinner hosted by the Saudi government and will depart for India tonight. Jammu Kashmir Terror Attack Live: Karnataka survivor recount harrowing experience In an emotional conversation with News18 Kannada, one of the survivors recounted her harrowing experience, her voice still shaken. “We arrived in Pahalgam and visited Mini Switzerland. We were enjoying the moment when a few individuals approached us. They shot my husband in the head. We lost him instantly. Please save us, kindly help us,” she pleaded. "I strongly condemn the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that the injured recover at the earliest. All possible assistance is being provided to those affected. Those behind this heinous act will be brought to justice… they will not be spared," said PM Modi in a statement.