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Day after terror attack on Amarnath pilgrims: As it happened
Leaders of 18 Opposition parties have urge the government to bring the real masterminds and perpetrators of the inhuman act to justice.
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Amarnath terror attack: J&K Deputy CM Nirmal Singh chairs review meeting on security arrangement
MoS PMO and MoS Home assured J&K CM of all support from Centre in maintaining law & order and a peaceful
During the meeting, leaders expressed deep anguish over yesterday’s Amarnath terror attack and conveyed sympathies with bereaved families
J&K: MoS PMO Dr. Jitendra Singh and MoS Home Hansraj Ahir met J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti in Srinagar
Security tightened in Uttar Pradesh along Nepal border after Amarnath terror attack
Despite terror attack, another fresh batch, comprising of 22,000 pilgrims leave for shrine post
As per PTI, the bus which was carrying the Amarnath yatra pilgrims was captured by the terrorists when it halted for repair
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Amit Shah on Tuesday reportedly postponed his visit to Gujarat which was scheduled for today, in view of the July 10 Amarnath terror attack
According to ANI, a fresh batch of pilgrims have left for the holy shrine of Amarnath earlier today, just a day after terror attack on the Yatris, which killed seven people
Mobile data services stopped in Jammu since Tuesday morning in the wake of Amarnath terror attack. Only the BSNL broadband services with limited speed are working
Bike-borne terrorists wanted to enter inside the bus and kill all the Amarnath pilgrims; they tried to shoot the bus driver first but failed: Sources
Pakistani terrorist Ismail is believed to have masterminded the Amarnath terror attack: Sources
Out of four, two terrorists were from Pakistan while two were Kashmiri locals: Sources
Four terrorists belonging to Lashkar, Hizbul carried the Amarnath attack: Sources
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval briefs Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the steps taken for the security of the Amarnath pilgrims
Army chief Bipin Rawat chairs meeting with army officers in Srinagar
MoS PMO Dr Jitendra Singh and MoS Home Hansraj Ahir meet injured at SKIMS Hospital in Srinagar
Amarnath terror attack: Bus attacked twice at 8:17 pm and again within 75 mtrs of travel by 2 teams of terrorists, Jammu and Kashmir govt tells Centre
Amid anger, anguish, protest and calls to PM Narendra Modi for reprisal, bodies of seven Amarnath terror attack victims arrive in Gujarat
Ahmedabdad school students pray for Amarnath terror attack victims
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh says "This is an assault on Kashmir's composite culture, this Yatra is a symbol of this composite culture"
BJP's Subramanian Swamy bats for Presidential rule in Jammu and Kashmir after Amarnath terror attack
Decided to keep on driving, ducked to avoid getting hit. Kept on driving until we reached safe place, says driver Salim Sheikh, who risked his life to save passengers
Amarnath terror attack survivors hail Salim Sheikh, as bullets rained he drove in darkness till bus reached a military camp; rewarded
Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu refrains from celebrating 64th birthday in view of the Amarnath Terror attack
Centre announces Rs 7 lakh compensation to next of kin of 7 Amarnath terror attack victims, Rs 1 lakh each for those injured
Remains of two pilgrims brought to Maharashtra's Palghar
France condemns the attack that on 10th July claimed the lives of several pilgrims who were travelling to the Amarnath shrine: Statement
Government should introspect on reasons for security failure despite advance information, says Opposition: PTI
Army Chief General Bipin Rawat arrives in Srinagar to take stock of security situation.
Massive protests rock Jammu division against terrorist attack on Amarnath pilgrims; protestors block highways at several places in Jammu, Udhampur, Kathua and Samba districts
Also Read: Amarnath yatra terror attack: J&K govt releases helpline number
Centre says Amarnath Yatra symbol of 'Kashmiriyat', attack on it condemnable: ANI
J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti calls CM Devendra Fadnavis to express grief over killing of Amarnath Pilgrims from Maharashtra in terror attack: ANI
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis asserts India will not destabilised by such attacks. Here's what he said:
We condemn the attack on the Amarnath pilgrims. India will not be destabilised by such incidents. It is a cowardly act to kill innocents. The Indian Government will show terrorists their right place: Fadnavis
Mortal remains of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims who lost their lives brought to Surat, Gujarat
90th and 40th battalions of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) deployed at spot to prevent further untoward incidents
President Pranab Mukherjee condemns attack on Amarnath pilgrims, says "such senseless acts of terrorism must be met with determination, collective action"
MoS PMO Jitendra Singh and MoS Home Hansraj Ahir to meet J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday. Ministers will also hold a security review meeting.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina writes to PM Modi, condemns the dastardly Amarnath terror attack and conveyed condolences of Govt & people of Bangladesh, says Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday.
The Jammu and Kashmir government has set up a helpline number 18001807054 to help devotees and their family .There are some other helpline numbers for also who are affected by the attack-1932222337, 09419055006, 09419047052.
Slamming government over the attack, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said, "Sirf ninda karne se kuch nahi hoga, aatankwadiyon ko sabak sikhane ki zarurat hai. (Condemnation won't help, terrorists should be taught a lesson)."
"Sarkar ne kaha tha notebandi ka asar Kashmir mein aatank pe padega, lekin aisa hua nhi,na surgical strike ka asar hua. (Govt has told that demonetisation would affect terrorism in Kashmir but it did not happen).
"We deplore attack on Amarnath pilgrims and condemn all acts of terrorism. Deepest condolences to families & those affected," said US Ambassador to India.
Srinagar tour and travel operators protest against the Amarnath Terror Attack.
"Strongly condemn yesterday’s Amarnath terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. My deepest condolences to families of victims", said Martin Ney,German Envoy to India.
Terming the terror attack heinous, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi said,"We cannot allow Lashkar and ISI to succeed. The country is united. No one should play politics over the attack. Govt will need to answer certain questions, if not today then tomorrow."
Neighbouring countries Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka strongly condemn the terrorist attack on Amarnath Yatra pilgrims.
Reacting over the incident, Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said,"Amarnath Yatra is a symbol of Kashmiriyat, so this attack is cowardly and highly condemnable."
MoS PMO Dr.Jitendra Singh and MoS Home Hansraj Ahir to leave for Srinagar shortly
Talking to media, Gujarat bus driver Salim, who risked his life to save Amarnath Yatris said, "God gave me strength to keep moving, and I just did not stop. Lagatar firing huyi, main isliye ruka nahi, bus chalata raha (I did not stop the bus beacuse there was continuous firing)."
While talking to media, Rupani said, "Want to thank bus driver for saving lives of people even when there was firing going on. Will nominate his name for bravery award."
Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani announced ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakh for the family of deceased and Rs 2 lakh for the injured.
Mortal remains of AmarnathYatra pilgrims who lost their lives, brought to Surat, Gujarat.
Congress leader Karan Singh pitches for Governor rule in Jammu and Kashmir and said,"Yatra should continue but such an attack should not take place again."
Congress leader Karan Singh pitches for Governor rule in Jammu and Kashmir and said,"Yatra should continue but such an attack should not take place again."
Backing security forces, BJP General Secretary Ram Madhav said,"This shouldn't be called lapse. Security forces have to succeed 100/100 times, terrorists can execute attack even if succeed once."
When Kashmiri Pandit could not live in Kashmir valley, no wonder the lives of Hindus are in danger there said MG Vaidya, RSS. (Jab Kashmir valley mein Kashmiri pandit nahi reh sake wahan Hinduon ka jeevan khatre mein rehna, ismein koi ashcharya nahi)
Taking to Twitter, firebrand BJP leader Subaramanian Swamy on Tuesday posted,"Since the Govt had prior information and warning as early as June 25th, somebody in the bureaucracy is accountable! Who? PTs can guess?''
Jammu and Kashmir CM Mehbooba Mufti and deputy CM Nirmal Singh meet pilgrims injured in the attack and paid tribute to the victims.
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Here's the first picture of Pakistani LeT terrorist Ismail who masterminded the dastardly, barbaric Amarnath attack
Jammu and Kashmir National Panthers Party holds protest in Jammu over attack on Amarnath Yatra pilgrims.
High-level meeting at Union Home Minister Rajanth Singh's residence underway. IB director, NSA, RAW chief, home secretary-designate Rajiv Gauba, MHA officials attended the meet. NSA Ajit Doval leaves Rajnath Singh's residence to meet PM Modi.
Bollywood celebrities including Shah Rukh Khan, Shabana Azmi, Akshay Kumar and Anupam Kher have offered condolences to the victims of the Amarnath Yatra terror attack and demanded a strong action against the perpetrators.
Top security meet at Home Minister Rajnath Singh's residence.IB, NSA and RAW chiefs arrive. Top MHA officials also present in meet.
A high alert has been sounded in Uttar Pradesh following the terror attack on Amarnath pilgrims in Kashmir, an official said today. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had also chaired a high-level meeting around midnight where he took stock of the security situation and directed officials to spruce up intelligence network.
Following the attack, J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti has called a Cabinet meeting to review security situation in the state
Lashing out at government over the attack, Congress leader Randeep Surjewala said that this is a matter of serious security lapse on the part of Government and security forces. "If there were intelligence inputs on 25th June that Amarnath Yatra would be attacked, why no preventive measures were taken,"asked Surjewala while talking to news agency ANI.
In the wake of Amarnath terror attack, Delhi Police special cell issues advisory to put proper anti-terror arrangements in place at places of high footfall and for Kanwar Yatra.
Bodies of seven Amarnath pilgrims and those who were injured have been airlifted to New Delhi.
Amarnath terror attack carried out by LeT, masterminded by Pak terrorist Ismail, says IG Kashmir Muneer Khan.
Hitting out at Pakistan, Venkaiah Naidu said, "Everybody knows our neighbouring country is encouraging terrorists."
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National General Secretary Ram Madhav meets Home Minister Rajnath Singh. MHA team to reach Anantnag today.
"A fresh batch of 3,289 yatris left Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in an escorted convoy of 185 vehicles around 3 a.m., on Tuesday for the Valley", officials said.
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National General Secretary Ram Madhav meets Home Minister Rajnath Singh. MHA team to reach Anantnag today. Home Minister Rajanth Singh has called a high-level meeting at 10 AM at his residence to discuss the security arrangements for the pilgrims after barbaric attack .
CRPF statement said the bus was not part of the official yatra and not registered with the Amarnath Shrine Board.
Srinagar: Seven Amarnath pilgrims were killed and 12 injured when terrorists opened fire at a vehicle on the Srinagar-Jammu Highway on Monday night. A police official said the attack took place at Anantnag's Batengo area around 8.30 p.m. on Monday.
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh held a high-level meeting at his residence in New Delhi today to take stock of the situation, while officials from the ministry travelled to Srinagar to review security arrangements for the rest of the yatris.
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