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WorldMay 10, 2025

8 BSF jawans injured at RSPura by Pakistan firing

Pakistan resorted to heavy firing in RSPura area of ​​Jammu region, resulting in the injury of 8 BSF jawans. Pakistan Army violated ceasefire and targeted Indian posts and residential areas. Late on Friday night, Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked firing in RSPura area. Meanwhile, it is also reported that there was continuous heavy firing in Uri area of ​​Baramulla for the last 12 hours, during which Pakistani Army targeted 15 border villages. As a result, many houses were damaged but no casualties were reported.
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

Mann government calls all-party meeting

Amid the serious situation between India and Pakistan, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has called an all-party meeting. This meeting will be held today at 5 pm, in which all political parties have been invited. Let us tell you that the situation in Punjab is getting worse day by day, recently there were blasts in 7 districts of Punjab, a drone attack was carried out by Pakistan, but fortunately all the blasts failed. At the same time, due to the light being switched off in Ferozepur, a drone fell in a house and 3 members of the family were injured, who were admitted to the hospital. Along
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

PM Modi holds meeting with CDS and three service chiefs

Amidst Pakistan's drone incursions at 26 locations on India's western front and India's targeting of Pakistani military installations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today reviewed the security situation in a high-level meeting at his residence. The meeting was attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan and the three service chiefs. The Prime Minister reviewed India's preparedness with the armed forces. The Prime Minister also took note of India's retaliatory action against Pakistan's drone incursions. The Prime Minister has held this meeting at a ti
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WorldMay 10, 2025

We will consider reducing tension if India stops attacks: Pak Foreign Minister

Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that if India does not carry out further attacks, his country can consider reducing tension. Dar also said that if India carries out any attack, “we will also respond.” Dar said that when US Secretary of State Marco Rubio contacted him two hours ago after talking to New Delhi, he had given the same message to Rubio. Dar said, “We responded because our tolerance has run out. If they stop here, we will also consider stopping.
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

2 explosions in Jalandhar city in the morning amid ongoing tension with Pakistan

2 explosions took place in Jalandhar city in the morning amid ongoing tension with Pakistan. At 8.30 am, an explosion was reported in Basti Danshimanda. This explosion took place in village Nahla. Smoke is also seen rising in the area after the sound of explosions. As if this drone-like object fell, it caught fire as soon as it fell. There is a pit of about 2 to 2.5 feet here. People are coming from far and wide to see it. Along with this, the sound of 2 explosions has also been heard one after the other near Company Bagh. Air sirens were heard continuously in Jalandhar in the morning. Accord
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WorldMay 10, 2025

Pakistan's army spokesman says India has fired missiles at 3 Pakistani air bases

Pakistan’s army spokesman says India has fired missiles at three air bases inside the country, but most of the missiles have been intercepted. Lt. Gen. Ahmad Sharif said all Pakistan Air Force assets are safe. He made this announcement during his televised address, saying some of the Indian missiles have also hit India’s eastern Punjab.
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

High alert in Jammu! People ordered to evacuate their homes

Amidst Pakistani attacks, a high alert has been issued in Jammu. The army has ordered people to evacuate their homes in Kunjwani and Jajo Chak areas of Jammu due to the threat of air strikes. This warning has been given for security reasons. Local authorities have appealed to all citizens to immediately leave their homes and go to safe places. This step has been taken by the army to ensure the safety of citizens. The administration has given careful instructions to the people so that any kind of accident can be avoided.
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

'War is certain now', Pakistan Defense Minister Khawaja Asif a statement

Pakistan Defense Minister Khawaja Asif said that war between India and Pakistan is certain now. In a TV interview, on the question of war, he said that there is no other option other than this. Along with this, Army Spokesperson Ahmed Chaudhry today said that the Indian government is involved in funding terrorists. It is encouraging cross-border terrorism. India is also running many terrorist camps. He also said that if India likes Pakistan's firing so much, then we will fulfill your wish at the place, time and manner of our choice. Meanwhile, amidst the war situation, the International Monet
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

Continuous explosions in Jalandhar, red alert issued, DC appeals to people

After Operation Sindhur, Pakistan is continuously attacking India. Punjab is being targeted. The Deputy Commissioner has issued a red alert in Jalandhar. Deputy Commissioner Dr. Himanshu Agarwal again appealed to the people that if a drone falls somewhere near you, then do not go near it. An explosion in it can cause damage. Immediately inform the nearest police station about the fall of the drone. According to the orders issued by the Deputy Commissioner, people have been appealed not to gather and avoid going outside. People have also been asked to avoid going into big buildings. Along with

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Mother of girl with rare disease says "nightmare is over" after B.C. restores funding

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