NEW DELHI: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly held a special one-day session today in Jammu in response to the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of 26 people. The session was summoned by the Lieutenant Governor on the recommendation of chief minister Omar Abdullah ’s council of ministers.
Govt bans 16 Pakistan YouTube channels - follow live updates
The attack, which targeted innocent tourists, has sent shockwaves across India, with the government stepping up measures against misinformation banning of Pakistani YouTube channels for "false and misleading narratives against India, its Army and security agencies in the backdrop of the tragic Pahalgam terror incident in Jammu and Kashmir".
Here are the top developments:
J&K assembly condemns Pahalgam terror attack , passes resolution
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Monday condemned the Pahalgam terror attack and supported the diplomatic measures announced by the Union Government after a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting. Deputy chief minister Surinder Choudhary introduced a resolution during a special session to address the April 22 attack.
The resolution described the attack as an assault on the values of "Kashmiriyat", the Constitution, and the spirit of unity, peace, and harmony in Jammu and Kashmir, expressing full solidarity with the victims and their families. The Assembly also held a two-minute silence to honour the 26 lives lost in the attack.
"Such acts of terror are a direct assault on the ethos of Kashmiriyat, the values enshrined in our Constitution, and the spirit of unity, peace, and harmony that have long characterised Jammu & Kashmir and our Nation. This House stands in full solidarity with the victims and their families. We extend our deepest condolences to those who have suffered irreparable loss and affirm our collective resolve to share in their grief and support them in their hour of need," the document read.
The resolution condemned the barbaric act, expressing shock and grief over the loss of innocent lives. It also recognised the bravery of Shaheed Syed Adil Hussain Shah, who sacrificed his life while attempting to save tourists. The document highlighted his courage as a symbol of Kashmir's true spirit.
Jammu and Kashmir assembly holds special session
The special session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, was scheduled for 10.30 am today, will officially include an obituary reference to the victims of the April 22 Pahalgam attack. Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather led the proceedings, following a summon issued under Section 18(1) of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019.
During the session, deputy chief minister Surinder Choudhary, said that the House unequivocally "condemns the heinous, cowardly act" and that it stands in solidarity with all the victims.
"This House unequivocally condemns the heinous, cowardly act that resulted in the loss of innocent lives. This House stands in full solidarity with the victims and their families. This House salutes the supreme sacrifice of Shaheed Syed Adil Hussain Shah, who, while bravely attempting to save tourists, laid down his life," he said.
Government bans 16 Pakistani YouTube channels
On the recommendations of the ministry of home affairs, India has banned 16 Pakistani YouTube channels including Dawn News, Geo News, Ary News and Samaa TV. The channels were accused of spreading provocative and misleading content against India, particularly targeting its Army and security agencies in the wake of the Pahalgam attack. The government also objected to BBC describing the Pahalgam attackers as "militants" instead of "terrorists", and warned that their coverage would be closely monitored.
Also read: Govt writes to BBC over its report terming 'terrorists' as 'militants'
Defence minister to meet Prime Minister Modi
According to television reports, defence minister Rajnath Singh and national security advisor Ajit Doval are expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi today at 11 am to discuss security measures following the attack.
US calls for responsible action
The United States has urged India and Pakistan to seek a “responsible solution” amidst rising tensions. A State Department spokesperson reaffirmed support for India and condemned the Pahalgam attack.
"This is an evolving situation and we are monitoring developments closely. We have been in touch with the governments of India and Pakistan at multiple levels," a US state department spokesperson told Reuters in an emailed statement.
Also read: US calls for 'responsible solution' amid India-Pakistan tensions
Govt bans 16 Pakistan YouTube channels - follow live updates
The attack, which targeted innocent tourists, has sent shockwaves across India, with the government stepping up measures against misinformation banning of Pakistani YouTube channels for "false and misleading narratives against India, its Army and security agencies in the backdrop of the tragic Pahalgam terror incident in Jammu and Kashmir".
Here are the top developments:
J&K assembly condemns Pahalgam terror attack , passes resolution
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Monday condemned the Pahalgam terror attack and supported the diplomatic measures announced by the Union Government after a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting. Deputy chief minister Surinder Choudhary introduced a resolution during a special session to address the April 22 attack.
The resolution described the attack as an assault on the values of "Kashmiriyat", the Constitution, and the spirit of unity, peace, and harmony in Jammu and Kashmir, expressing full solidarity with the victims and their families. The Assembly also held a two-minute silence to honour the 26 lives lost in the attack.
"Such acts of terror are a direct assault on the ethos of Kashmiriyat, the values enshrined in our Constitution, and the spirit of unity, peace, and harmony that have long characterised Jammu & Kashmir and our Nation. This House stands in full solidarity with the victims and their families. We extend our deepest condolences to those who have suffered irreparable loss and affirm our collective resolve to share in their grief and support them in their hour of need," the document read.
The resolution condemned the barbaric act, expressing shock and grief over the loss of innocent lives. It also recognised the bravery of Shaheed Syed Adil Hussain Shah, who sacrificed his life while attempting to save tourists. The document highlighted his courage as a symbol of Kashmir's true spirit.
Jammu and Kashmir assembly holds special session
The special session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, was scheduled for 10.30 am today, will officially include an obituary reference to the victims of the April 22 Pahalgam attack. Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather led the proceedings, following a summon issued under Section 18(1) of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019.
During the session, deputy chief minister Surinder Choudhary, said that the House unequivocally "condemns the heinous, cowardly act" and that it stands in solidarity with all the victims.
"This House unequivocally condemns the heinous, cowardly act that resulted in the loss of innocent lives. This House stands in full solidarity with the victims and their families. This House salutes the supreme sacrifice of Shaheed Syed Adil Hussain Shah, who, while bravely attempting to save tourists, laid down his life," he said.
Government bans 16 Pakistani YouTube channels
On the recommendations of the ministry of home affairs, India has banned 16 Pakistani YouTube channels including Dawn News, Geo News, Ary News and Samaa TV. The channels were accused of spreading provocative and misleading content against India, particularly targeting its Army and security agencies in the wake of the Pahalgam attack. The government also objected to BBC describing the Pahalgam attackers as "militants" instead of "terrorists", and warned that their coverage would be closely monitored.
Also read: Govt writes to BBC over its report terming 'terrorists' as 'militants'
Defence minister to meet Prime Minister Modi
According to television reports, defence minister Rajnath Singh and national security advisor Ajit Doval are expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi today at 11 am to discuss security measures following the attack.
US calls for responsible action
The United States has urged India and Pakistan to seek a “responsible solution” amidst rising tensions. A State Department spokesperson reaffirmed support for India and condemned the Pahalgam attack.
"This is an evolving situation and we are monitoring developments closely. We have been in touch with the governments of India and Pakistan at multiple levels," a US state department spokesperson told Reuters in an emailed statement.
Also read: US calls for 'responsible solution' amid India-Pakistan tensions
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