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![“Some boundaries should never be crossed.”A year on, the Army’s words no longer stand alone. They echo as memory and warning — marking the day that altered how Pahalgam is seen, felt and remembered. It was a moment when the valley’s calm fractured without warning.Birdsong gave way to gunfire. Routine turned to panic. Twenty-six lives were lost — and with them, the sense of safety in a place once celebrated on India’s tourism map, now grappling with a violence it was never meant to hold. Watch Indian Army Sends Strong Warning to Terror Groups Ahead of Pahalgam Terror Attack AnniversaryOne year on, the scars are still visible. In the half-filled hotels that once thrived on summer crowds and in the quieter streets, where tourism suffered, the effects still linger.The nation remembersOn April 22, 2025, gunfire was reported in the Baisaran meadow area near Pahalgam in South Kashmir, a major tourist destination. Within hours, authorities confirmed that 26 civilians were killed in what was described by security establishment sources as a coordinated terror attack targeting civilians in a high-footfall tourist zone.Security forces immediately launched search operations across surrounding forest belts, and the area was sealed off. Tourists were evacuated from adjoining routes as emergency protocols were activated across south Kashmir.In the days that followed, the incident was formally taken up by a multi-agency investigation mechanism involving central security and intelligence units. Officials associated with the probe indicated that early findings pointed to a structured terrorist module with logistical support networks operating across the Line of Control region.By late April 2025, security agencies expanded counter-terror operations across south Kashmir, with intensified surveillance along known tourist circuits. The response was framed within internal security briefings as a shift toward “preventive dominance” in high-tourism zones following the attack.In its first major response, on May 7, 2025, India launched “Operation Sindoor”, marking a defining shift in its anti-terror doctrine and a sharp escalation with Pakistan. The operation involved coordinated precision strikes on terror infrastructure across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, representing India’s most direct cross-border military action since the Balakot strikes of February 2019.By late 2025, security agencies reported multiple arrests connected to the attack’s planning and facilitation network. Investigators indicated that communication links, logistical routes, and local support structures had been significantly degraded through sustained operations.In early 2026, further detentions were reported in connection with individuals suspected to be directly involved in the execution of the attack. Security officials involved in the investigation said these arrests helped map wider support chains, though legal proceedings remained ongoing.Alongside military and security responses, India launched a coordinated diplomatic outreach in the days following the attack, briefing foreign governments and multilateral partners on the incident and its cross-border terror links.The Indian diplomatic outreach saw seven all-party delegations visit over 30 countries and the European Union, holding high-level briefings across major global capitals in North America, Europe, West Asia, Africa, and Asia. The missions presented India’s position on the Pahalgam attack and its counter-terror response, framing it as part of a broader effort to internationalise concerns on cross-border terrorism.As Prime Minister Narendra Modi said while marking the anniversary, the victims “will never be forgotten”.Read more: PM Modi pays tribute to Pahalgam victims on first anniversaryMeanwhile, as the security counter measures came into place, a broader impact trend started emerging through mid-2025. Tourism activity in Pahalgam and adjoining areas dropped sharply. Hotel associations and local tourism operators reported widespread cancellations during the peak summer window. Recovery began gradually by late summer, but with shorter travel cycles and increased dependence on security advisories.The attack reshaped the region in more ways than one — none more visible than in its tourism economy.A town that lives on seasonsIn Pahalgam, life has long been shaped by tourism, with summers traditionally bringing crowds, bookings, and a steady hospitality-driven economy built over decades. Hotels, pony operators, and small eateries all depend on this seasonal flow of visitors.That rhythm did not stop after the attack, but it fractured. The shift also reflected in early tourism data trends reported by Jammu and Kashmir tourism authorities, which indicated a sharp downturn in footfall in the immediate aftermath.Travel operators and hotel owners talking to TOI recalled the days that followed as a period of hesitation followed by slow but encouraging recovery. Cancellations came first. Then silence. Then cautious returns.Even now, they say, recovery is not measured in numbers alone, but in uncertainty. Decisions that once took weeks are now made days before travel, often after repeated checks on safety and advisories.Hotels in and around the region describe occupancy that returns, but unevenly. The summer peak still exists, but it no longer carries the same predictability.A representative from Galactic Gateways, a travel agency operating in Pahalgam, said, “On the ground, we saw an immediate 90–95 per cent spike in cancellations after the incident, with bookings dropping sharply for a few weeks.”He added that recovery was gradual over the following months, driven largely by repeat visitors, with tourism returning partially but remaining below earlier patterns.Another hotel operator in Pahalgam described the longer-term impact as more structural than seasonal, noting that occupancy levels remain significantly lower than pre-attack norms. She pointed to both economic strain and social fallout, including forced staff layoffs and the migration of some workers to alternative informal employment.She also stressed that while local support remained strong, external perceptions of safety had been harder to rebuild; putting emphasis on the need of continued confidence-building measures from local and national leaders which are essential for tourism recovery.Echoing similar concerns, Sheikh Khalid, director of sales at Hotel Royal Grandiose, Pahalgam, said, “The aftermath of the 22nd April terror attack proved devastating for Kashmir’s tourism sector. The impact was immediate and severe—properties that were once fully booked became vacant within days.”He further noted that while there were intermittent recoveries, external geopolitical tensions and lingering caution among travellers continued to weigh on arrivals. At the same time, he expressed cautious optimism, stating that Kashmir’s tourism potential remains intact despite present challenges.Thus, even as visitors continue to return in smaller numbers, operators across the region describe a shared reality: tourism has not stopped, but it no longer behaves the way it once did.What remains is not just a disrupted season, but a recalibrated tourism economy; one that is still searching for stability.The people who stayedThe attack left a deep impact not only in Pahalgam but across Jammu and Kashmir, triggering widespread grief and concern across the region. In the immediate aftermath, parts of Jammu and Kashmir saw heightened security conditions and intensified counter-terror operations, reshaping everyday routines in sensitive areas.Among the direct victims, Syed Adil Hussain Shah, a local pony operator and one of the 26 people killed in the attack, is remembered by his family as someone who tried to protect others during the assault. Eyewitness accounts and later reports indicated that he attempted to resist the attackers and help shield tourists as the firing unfolded.Speaking to PTI on the first anniversary of the attack, his family said, “they continue to feel his absence every moment, even as they hold on to a sense of pride amid the unbearable loss.”Across Jammu and Kashmir, daily life continued, but under closer monitoring in sensitive zones and a visibly strengthened security presence, with the memory of the incident remaining part of everyday consciousness.Meanwhile in broader J&K, daily life continued, but under closer monitoring in sensitive zones, a stronger security presence, and the lingering proximity of events that unfolded in their home state.J&K residents, talking to TOI, describe an emotional hit that they are still finding hard to recover from. However, their emotions have shifted from visible fears and confusion to the sense of caution that has become an even part of their normal life.Aditya, a hotel operator in Srinagar, talked from both a personal and professional perspective.There was a sense of fear amongst the locals and especially the tourists. Pahalgam was under lockdown and in Srinagar the security increased. I was getting calls from some tourists who wanted to leave Pahalgam overnight and come to us in Srinagar but were unable to do so as Pahalagam was under lockdown.Aditya, a Srinagar residentFurther talking about the emotional impact, he added, “It has shaken the whole community in the J&K state especially the valley. People started to look at the people from the valley very differently. Unfortunately the people from this state have suffered the most financially, emotionally and psychologically too which will take a very long time to heal.”Another resident from Kishtwar, Irfan Ahmad, described the emotional impact despite being geographically distant.I felt panicked at that time because such incidents had never happened before. It is 280 km away from my home. At that time, there were no restrictions or curfew, but we were in deep pain. We tried our best to oppose this heinous crime against humanity by posting on social media and through physical gatherings to mourn the loss of livesIrfan Ahmad, Kishtwar residentFurther talking about the lingering effects he added, “Even now, that incident still haunts us — how it happened, who is responsible, and why anyone would commit such an act. Many questions still linger in our minds.”Monica Shivek, a work experience teacher with DIET, recalled her immediate reaction of fear and shock.Talking about a year back, When I heard about the Pahalgam attack I was shocked and shattered and more than that I was afraid to learn about this terror attack, " adding that, “in the whole region everyone was seen escaping to save himself and to leave Srinagar by any means.Monica Shivek, a work experience teacher with DIETReflecting on its longer impact a year later, she said, “I feel it was a barbaric attack and my heart cries out for those who were there facing those bullets…a sheer cowardly attack. After the abrogation of Article 370 a sense of peace was prevalent and as this incident happened once again a fear of terrorism again started hovering in our minds. A psychological impact of all this is still prevalent, maybe silently in our hearts.”Thus, for many, the change is not episodic but lasting; how they move, how they perceive public spaces, and how closely security remains integrated into daily existence.Rebuilding confidence in safety and securityIn the months following the attack and subsequent Operation Sindoor, security across key tourist circuits in Jammu and Kashmir was further strengthened, with increased deployment, tighter coordination between agencies, and expanded surveillance along sensitive routes.Lieutenant General (Retd.) DP Pandey, former commander of the 15 Corps, told TOI, that the counter-terror approach is “based on intelligence to neutralise key leaders” and also aims to ensure that “financial networks that fund terror and separatist organisations are exposed.” He highlighted that while terror incidents had declined over time, the Pahalgam attack remained an exception in an otherwise improved security environment.He further said that post-incident reviews typically lead to reinforcement of security infrastructure near tourist areas and a “focused approach towards anti-terror operations in higher reaches of J&K to deny safe areas.”Meanwhile, a senior Army official talked to TOI about sustaining the confidence in security and retaining the trust of people. “The response of the people over the past year speaks for itself. Immediately after Operation Sindoor, we witnessed a footfall of over 4.1 lakh yatris for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, reflecting strong confidence of the people in the security architecture and the enduring appeal of Jammu & Kashmir as a premier tourist destination.He also mentioned 1.9 crore tourist visits to Jammu and Kashmir in the past year, including strong winter arrivals.The official also highlighted the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link as a key boost to connectivity and tourism, while adding that “the spirit of Kashmiriyat… was evident as the people of J&K stood firmly with the nation in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack.” Watch Indian Army Sends Strong Warning to Terror Groups Ahead of Pahalgam Terror Attack AnniversaryWhat remainsA year on, Pahalgam has not become a place defined solely by what happened. It continues to function, to host, and to receive.But it also remembers.In quieter hotel corridors during off-peak weeks. In conversations between local workers before the season begins. In the cautious optimism of businesses that know recovery is real, but still fragile for now.What lingers is not just the memory of that day, but the scars it left behind, shaping how, not just the valley, but the entire nation moves forward.Thus, a year later, the tragedy must be remembered as both a tribute to the victims and a reminder of a moment when the nation was hurt, and of what it left behind.About the AuthorTrisha MahajanTrisha Mahajan is a journalist with The Times of India digital, with keen interest in covering business and corporate affairs. She also reports on key national and world developments and global news trends. A keen reader with a strong interest in storytelling that adds context, clarity, and depth to complex issues.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAllahabad HC Judge Recuses Himself From Rahul Gandhi’s Dual Citizenship CaseCong Submits Breach of Privilege Against PM Modi; Trump Pushes Iran Talks Amid Ceasefire TensionsIndian Army Sends Strong Warning to Terror Groups Ahead of Pahalgam Terror Attack AnniversaryPappu Yadav Faces Notice After Claiming 90% Women Need ‘Leaders’ Bedrooms’ To Enter PoliticsNida Khan Faces Arrest After Nashik Court Rejects Interim Bail In BPO CaseBJP Leader Nazia Elahi Khan Applies Tilak At Lenskart Store Amid Dress Code RowSupreme Court Raises Alarm Over Digital Arrest Scams, ₹2.5 Cr Fraud Case HighlightedKashmir On Alert As SOG Carries Out Search Ops Before Pahalgam AnniversaryGun, Kirpans, Pepper Spray: Clash Inside Germany Gurdwara Leaves 11 WoundedIndia, Korea Discuss Global Tensions, Stress Peace, Security And Stronger Multilateral Cooperation123PhotostoriesHow to make Chef Sanjeev Kapoor-Style Paneer Do Pyaza at home5 ways to blend heritage elements into modern homesThings in your home you should probably get rid of5 signs your parenting is working even when it doesn’t feel like itThings you should be cleaning more often than you thinkThink cancer is mostly genetic? Doctors say 90% is linked to lifestyle: Here’s how to lower your risk6 simple yet beautiful three-letter baby boy namesExclusive – Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actors Kuldeep Gor and Dharti Bhatt, aka Ratan and Roopa on their new saree shop, their bond with the cast, and a special gift for Daya Bhabhi5 largest birds in the world worth travelling forDo you unconsciously ‘insult’ your child? 5 mistakes that can ruin their mental health123Hot PicksIran warDelimitation Bill DefeatPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingUK School New RulesZohran MandaniIran MilitaryUber Driver CaseIndian Activist stabbedAdam SandlerJKBOSE class 10 result 2026Ai ScamIPL Orange CapUK Electricity Price](https://vknewstoday.in/wp-content/uploads/1776835922_photo.jpg "“Some boundaries should never be crossed.”A year on, the Army’s words no longer stand alone. They echo as memory and warning — marking the day that altered how Pahalgam is seen, felt and remembered. It was a moment when the valley’s calm fractured without warning.Birdsong gave way to gunfire. Routine turned to panic. Twenty-six lives were lost — and with them, the sense of safety in a place once celebrated on India’s tourism map, now grappling with a violence it was never meant to hold. Watch Indian Army Sends Strong Warning to Terror Groups Ahead of Pahalgam Terror Attack AnniversaryOne year on, the scars are still visible. In the half-filled hotels that once thrived on summer crowds and in the quieter streets, where tourism suffered, the effects still linger.The nation remembersOn April 22, 2025, gunfire was reported in the Baisaran meadow area near Pahalgam in South Kashmir, a major tourist destination. Within hours, authorities confirmed that 26 civilians were killed in what was described by security establishment sources as a coordinated terror attack targeting civilians in a high-footfall tourist zone.Security forces immediately launched search operations across surrounding forest belts, and the area was sealed off. Tourists were evacuated from adjoining routes as emergency protocols were activated across south Kashmir.In the days that followed, the incident was formally taken up by a multi-agency investigation mechanism involving central security and intelligence units. Officials associated with the probe indicated that early findings pointed to a structured terrorist module with logistical support networks operating across the Line of Control region.By late April 2025, security agencies expanded counter-terror operations across south Kashmir, with intensified surveillance along known tourist circuits. The response was framed within internal security briefings as a shift toward “preventive dominance” in high-tourism zones following the attack.In its first major response, on May 7, 2025, India launched “Operation Sindoor”, marking a defining shift in its anti-terror doctrine and a sharp escalation with Pakistan. The operation involved coordinated precision strikes on terror infrastructure across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, representing India’s most direct cross-border military action since the Balakot strikes of February 2019.By late 2025, security agencies reported multiple arrests connected to the attack’s planning and facilitation network. Investigators indicated that communication links, logistical routes, and local support structures had been significantly degraded through sustained operations.In early 2026, further detentions were reported in connection with individuals suspected to be directly involved in the execution of the attack. Security officials involved in the investigation said these arrests helped map wider support chains, though legal proceedings remained ongoing.Alongside military and security responses, India launched a coordinated diplomatic outreach in the days following the attack, briefing foreign governments and multilateral partners on the incident and its cross-border terror links.The Indian diplomatic outreach saw seven all-party delegations visit over 30 countries and the European Union, holding high-level briefings across major global capitals in North America, Europe, West Asia, Africa, and Asia. The missions presented India’s position on the Pahalgam attack and its counter-terror response, framing it as part of a broader effort to internationalise concerns on cross-border terrorism.As Prime Minister Narendra Modi said while marking the anniversary, the victims “will never be forgotten”.Read more: PM Modi pays tribute to Pahalgam victims on first anniversaryMeanwhile, as the security counter measures came into place, a broader impact trend started emerging through mid-2025. Tourism activity in Pahalgam and adjoining areas dropped sharply. Hotel associations and local tourism operators reported widespread cancellations during the peak summer window. Recovery began gradually by late summer, but with shorter travel cycles and increased dependence on security advisories.The attack reshaped the region in more ways than one — none more visible than in its tourism economy.A town that lives on seasonsIn Pahalgam, life has long been shaped by tourism, with summers traditionally bringing crowds, bookings, and a steady hospitality-driven economy built over decades. Hotels, pony operators, and small eateries all depend on this seasonal flow of visitors.That rhythm did not stop after the attack, but it fractured. The shift also reflected in early tourism data trends reported by Jammu and Kashmir tourism authorities, which indicated a sharp downturn in footfall in the immediate aftermath.Travel operators and hotel owners talking to TOI recalled the days that followed as a period of hesitation followed by slow but encouraging recovery. Cancellations came first. Then silence. Then cautious returns.Even now, they say, recovery is not measured in numbers alone, but in uncertainty. Decisions that once took weeks are now made days before travel, often after repeated checks on safety and advisories.Hotels in and around the region describe occupancy that returns, but unevenly. The summer peak still exists, but it no longer carries the same predictability.A representative from Galactic Gateways, a travel agency operating in Pahalgam, said, “On the ground, we saw an immediate 90–95 per cent spike in cancellations after the incident, with bookings dropping sharply for a few weeks.”He added that recovery was gradual over the following months, driven largely by repeat visitors, with tourism returning partially but remaining below earlier patterns.Another hotel operator in Pahalgam described the longer-term impact as more structural than seasonal, noting that occupancy levels remain significantly lower than pre-attack norms. She pointed to both economic strain and social fallout, including forced staff layoffs and the migration of some workers to alternative informal employment.She also stressed that while local support remained strong, external perceptions of safety had been harder to rebuild; putting emphasis on the need of continued confidence-building measures from local and national leaders which are essential for tourism recovery.Echoing similar concerns, Sheikh Khalid, director of sales at Hotel Royal Grandiose, Pahalgam, said, “The aftermath of the 22nd April terror attack proved devastating for Kashmir’s tourism sector. The impact was immediate and severe—properties that were once fully booked became vacant within days.”He further noted that while there were intermittent recoveries, external geopolitical tensions and lingering caution among travellers continued to weigh on arrivals. At the same time, he expressed cautious optimism, stating that Kashmir’s tourism potential remains intact despite present challenges.Thus, even as visitors continue to return in smaller numbers, operators across the region describe a shared reality: tourism has not stopped, but it no longer behaves the way it once did.What remains is not just a disrupted season, but a recalibrated tourism economy; one that is still searching for stability.The people who stayedThe attack left a deep impact not only in Pahalgam but across Jammu and Kashmir, triggering widespread grief and concern across the region. In the immediate aftermath, parts of Jammu and Kashmir saw heightened security conditions and intensified counter-terror operations, reshaping everyday routines in sensitive areas.Among the direct victims, Syed Adil Hussain Shah, a local pony operator and one of the 26 people killed in the attack, is remembered by his family as someone who tried to protect others during the assault. Eyewitness accounts and later reports indicated that he attempted to resist the attackers and help shield tourists as the firing unfolded.Speaking to PTI on the first anniversary of the attack, his family said, “they continue to feel his absence every moment, even as they hold on to a sense of pride amid the unbearable loss.”Across Jammu and Kashmir, daily life continued, but under closer monitoring in sensitive zones and a visibly strengthened security presence, with the memory of the incident remaining part of everyday consciousness.Meanwhile in broader J&K, daily life continued, but under closer monitoring in sensitive zones, a stronger security presence, and the lingering proximity of events that unfolded in their home state.J&K residents, talking to TOI, describe an emotional hit that they are still finding hard to recover from. However, their emotions have shifted from visible fears and confusion to the sense of caution that has become an even part of their normal life.Aditya, a hotel operator in Srinagar, talked from both a personal and professional perspective.There was a sense of fear amongst the locals and especially the tourists. Pahalgam was under lockdown and in Srinagar the security increased. I was getting calls from some tourists who wanted to leave Pahalgam overnight and come to us in Srinagar but were unable to do so as Pahalagam was under lockdown.Aditya, a Srinagar residentFurther talking about the emotional impact, he added, “It has shaken the whole community in the J&K state especially the valley. People started to look at the people from the valley very differently. Unfortunately the people from this state have suffered the most financially, emotionally and psychologically too which will take a very long time to heal.”Another resident from Kishtwar, Irfan Ahmad, described the emotional impact despite being geographically distant.I felt panicked at that time because such incidents had never happened before. It is 280 km away from my home. At that time, there were no restrictions or curfew, but we were in deep pain. We tried our best to oppose this heinous crime against humanity by posting on social media and through physical gatherings to mourn the loss of livesIrfan Ahmad, Kishtwar residentFurther talking about the lingering effects he added, “Even now, that incident still haunts us — how it happened, who is responsible, and why anyone would commit such an act. Many questions still linger in our minds.”Monica Shivek, a work experience teacher with DIET, recalled her immediate reaction of fear and shock.Talking about a year back, When I heard about the Pahalgam attack I was shocked and shattered and more than that I was afraid to learn about this terror attack, " adding that, “in the whole region everyone was seen escaping to save himself and to leave Srinagar by any means.Monica Shivek, a work experience teacher with DIETReflecting on its longer impact a year later, she said, “I feel it was a barbaric attack and my heart cries out for those who were there facing those bullets…a sheer cowardly attack. After the abrogation of Article 370 a sense of peace was prevalent and as this incident happened once again a fear of terrorism again started hovering in our minds. A psychological impact of all this is still prevalent, maybe silently in our hearts.”Thus, for many, the change is not episodic but lasting; how they move, how they perceive public spaces, and how closely security remains integrated into daily existence.Rebuilding confidence in safety and securityIn the months following the attack and subsequent Operation Sindoor, security across key tourist circuits in Jammu and Kashmir was further strengthened, with increased deployment, tighter coordination between agencies, and expanded surveillance along sensitive routes.Lieutenant General (Retd.) DP Pandey, former commander of the 15 Corps, told TOI, that the counter-terror approach is “based on intelligence to neutralise key leaders” and also aims to ensure that “financial networks that fund terror and separatist organisations are exposed.” He highlighted that while terror incidents had declined over time, the Pahalgam attack remained an exception in an otherwise improved security environment.He further said that post-incident reviews typically lead to reinforcement of security infrastructure near tourist areas and a “focused approach towards anti-terror operations in higher reaches of J&K to deny safe areas.”Meanwhile, a senior Army official talked to TOI about sustaining the confidence in security and retaining the trust of people. “The response of the people over the past year speaks for itself. Immediately after Operation Sindoor, we witnessed a footfall of over 4.1 lakh yatris for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, reflecting strong confidence of the people in the security architecture and the enduring appeal of Jammu & Kashmir as a premier tourist destination.He also mentioned 1.9 crore tourist visits to Jammu and Kashmir in the past year, including strong winter arrivals.The official also highlighted the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link as a key boost to connectivity and tourism, while adding that “the spirit of Kashmiriyat… was evident as the people of J&K stood firmly with the nation in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack.” Watch Indian Army Sends Strong Warning to Terror Groups Ahead of Pahalgam Terror Attack AnniversaryWhat remainsA year on, Pahalgam has not become a place defined solely by what happened. It continues to function, to host, and to receive.But it also remembers.In quieter hotel corridors during off-peak weeks. In conversations between local workers before the season begins. In the cautious optimism of businesses that know recovery is real, but still fragile for now.What lingers is not just the memory of that day, but the scars it left behind, shaping how, not just the valley, but the entire nation moves forward.Thus, a year later, the tragedy must be remembered as both a tribute to the victims and a reminder of a moment when the nation was hurt, and of what it left behind.About the AuthorTrisha MahajanTrisha Mahajan is a journalist with The Times of India digital, with keen interest in covering business and corporate affairs. She also reports on key national and world developments and global news trends. A keen reader with a strong interest in storytelling that adds context, clarity, and depth to complex issues.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAllahabad HC Judge Recuses Himself From Rahul Gandhi’s Dual Citizenship CaseCong Submits Breach of Privilege Against PM Modi; Trump Pushes Iran Talks Amid Ceasefire TensionsIndian Army Sends Strong Warning to Terror Groups Ahead of Pahalgam Terror Attack AnniversaryPappu Yadav Faces Notice After Claiming 90% Women Need ‘Leaders’ Bedrooms’ To Enter PoliticsNida Khan Faces Arrest After Nashik Court Rejects Interim Bail In BPO CaseBJP Leader Nazia Elahi Khan Applies Tilak At Lenskart Store Amid Dress Code RowSupreme Court Raises Alarm Over Digital Arrest Scams, ₹2.5 Cr Fraud Case HighlightedKashmir On Alert As SOG Carries Out Search Ops Before Pahalgam AnniversaryGun, Kirpans, Pepper Spray: Clash Inside Germany Gurdwara Leaves 11 WoundedIndia, Korea Discuss Global Tensions, Stress Peace, Security And Stronger Multilateral Cooperation123PhotostoriesHow to make Chef Sanjeev Kapoor-Style Paneer Do Pyaza at home5 ways to blend heritage elements into modern homesThings in your home you should probably get rid of5 signs your parenting is working even when it doesn’t feel like itThings you should be cleaning more often than you thinkThink cancer is mostly genetic? 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“Indian equity markets are expected to open on a cautious to mildly negative note on Wednesday (22nd April 2026), tracking weak early signals from GIFT Nifty amid broadly stable yet cautious global cues, as investors await further clarity on geopolitical developments—particularly the ongoing US–Iran talks. GIFT Nifty is currently trading around 24,455, down by 120…
MPBSE 2nd Board exam 2026 MPBSE 2nd Board exam 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education will close the registration window for Class 10 and Class 12 second board (improvement) exams today, April 22, 2026. Candidates who wish to apply must complete the registration process through the official website, which is mpbse.nic.in, before the…
Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan’s horror-comedy ‘Bhooth Bangla’ may just be the beginning of a full-fledged franchise. Following an encouraging response from family audiences since its April 17 release, the makers are now reportedly exploring a sequel. Is ‘Bhooth Bangla 2‘ happening? According to an India Today report, positive reception to ‘Bhooth Bangla’ has set…
Cricketer Rinku Singh and his fiancée Priya Saroj took a quiet trip to Varanasi, visiting the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and attending the Ganga aarti. This personal visit offered a glimpse of their low-key relationship amidst Rinku’s busy IPL 2026 schedule, highlighting a moment of calm togetherness. Rinku Singh and Priya Saroj’s Varanasi Visit Turns Into…
Israel’s intelligence unit Mossad has revealed that a senior operative who played a key role in laying the groundwork for Operation Roaring King on Iran was killed during the mission outside Israel.While addressing a remembrance day ceremony for the fallen intelligence officers, Mossad chief David Barnea identified the operative by the first Hebrew letter of…
