pulwama attack

A suspect in the Feb 2019 pulwama attack accused of harbouring and providing logistics support to the terrorists died of heart attack while in custody in a Jammu hospital late Monday night. Bilal Ahmed Kuchey, in his early 30s, was among 19 suspects formally charged over the attack on a CRPF convoy that killed over 40 personnel.

In response to protests over a raped and murdered doctor, Trinamool Congress compared the situation to the 2019 pulwama attack to encourage striking doctors to return to work. Patients have faced hardships due to the ongoing strike. The Bengal chief minister has also pleaded with doctors to resume their duties. One arrest has been made in the case.

Candidates in parliamentary elections advocate for reopening trade with Pakistan via Attari land border in Amritsar. The issue is complex, with local traders expecting promises to be fulfilled post-election. Trade halt post pulwama attack led to increased customs duty and revoked MFN status from Pakistan.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said the 2016 surgical strikes and the 2019 Balakot airstrikes were a "direct message" against executing terror operations in India. Jaishankar also spoke about India's bid for a permanent seat in the UNSC, stating that "things are moving in a positive direction". UNSC has 15 members. There are five permanent members -- China, France, Russia, the UK, and the US.

Punjab Congress chief Amardiner Singh Raja Warring on Wednesday stoked a fresh controversy as he called the 2019 pulwama attack a "mystery' and claimed that the ruling BJP "can do anything to during elections'. Warring's statement comes days after former Punjab chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi's "stuntbaazi' remark that triggered a political firestorm.

Director Santosh Singh's project, Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond, explores post-2019 events, intelligence agency intricacies, and the impact of social media in modern conflicts. In an exclusive chat, the director talks about his upcoming series which is based on real life incidents, finding his foot in the industry and more. Read the story here.

The United States has urged India and Pakistan to improve their bilateral ties, which deteriorated after the pulwama attack in 2019 and India's subsequent airstrikes in Balakot. Relations further strained when India revoked Article 370, altering the status of Jammu and Kashmir. The US hopes for a resolution between the two countries. On Tuesday, Prime Minister Modi congratulated Sharif on taking oath as the prime minister of Pakistan.

'Operation Valentine', a high-octane action drama directed by Shakti Pratap Singh, pays tribute to the bravery of the Indian army. Starring Varun Tej and Manushi Chhillar in the lead roles, the film continues to have a decent run at the box office as the on 5 day of its release it collects an estimated 91 lakh.

Varun Tej, making his Hindi debut with "Operation Valentine," discusses the pressure of coming from a renowned film family. Despite the legacy, he aims to be unique and offer something different in his films. His family, including Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan, never influenced his career choices, allowing him to find his path.

Varun Tej's Hindi debut film 'Operation Valentine' is a bilingual production centered around the 2019 pulwama attack. Not mimicking 'Top Gun', the film explores uncharted territory in Telugu cinema, offering a unique narrative. Varun expressed excitement for the project, emphasizing the importance of a rooted script and subject. Directed by Shakti Pratap Singh Hada, the film is set to release on 1 March, 2024.

Varun Tej's Bollywood debut 'Operation Valentine' directed by Shakti Pratap Singh Hada. The actor expressed the learnings he received after interacting with the IAF officers. The movie explores the emotional aspect and backstory of real-life events like the pulwama attack and Balakot airstrike. The movie will be releasing in theaters on March 1.

The team of 'Operation Valentine' recently visited the Pulwama Memorial site to honor the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the pulwama attack. The film starring Varun Teja and Manushi Chillar promises an action-packed thriller for spectators and highlights the bravery of Indian Air Force soldiers. It is scheduled for release on March 1, 2024.

As India remembers the pulwama attack victims, Vinay Gowda's tribute serves as a poignant reminder of the nation's resilience and unity. His homage honors the bravehearts who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the country.

As Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's action-packed film 'Fighter' enters its third week, director Siddharth Anand surprises fans with a Valentine's Day delight – the romantic song 'Bekaar Dil.' Multiple artists like Vishal Mishra, Shilpa Rao, Vishal Dadlani, and Sheykhar Ravjiani have sung the beautiful love ballad, which appears to become the Valentine's anthem soon.

Chandan K Anand, who played a pilot in 'Fighter', praised Deepika Padukone's humility in a recent Zoom interview. He shared an incident on set where Deepika picked up his glares and called her very humble. Chandan also praised Hrithik Roshan's real-life handsomeness and described 'Fighter' as a dream come true moment.

Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan discusses an emotional scene with veteran star Ashutosh Rana in 'Fighter'. Praising Ashutosh Rana's acting, Hrithik acknowledges seamless collaboration. He shares a nuanced approach to the character Patty, balancing anger and respect. Directed by Siddharth Anand and co-written with Ramon Chibb, 'Fighter' is inspired by real-life events.

Tickets for 'Fighter' are expected to go on sale in India on January 20, just five days before its release on January 25. Starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, the film is directed by Siddharth Anand and is set to make a strong start at the overseas box office.

Ex-Indian high commissioner Ajay Bisaria has revealed the inside story of how India's post-Pulwama coercive diplomacy spooked Pakistan, forcing it to rethink its terror policy. The Pakistan government, spooked by 9 Indian missiles apparently pointed at them, reached out to Ajay Bisaria, the Indian high commissioner, to facilitate a conversation between Imran Khan and PM Narendra Modi. Bisaria checked with people in Delhi and got back to the Pakistanis, saying PM Modi wasn’t available at that hour and that any urgent message could be conveyed to the high commissioner himself. Bisaria didn’t hear from them again that night.

The Indian Ministry of Home Affairs has repatriated IPS officer Rakesh Balwal back to his original cadre in Manipur. Balwal was a member of the NIA team that cracked the Pulwama terror attack case before excelling in handling law and order in Kashmir. The move is aimed at fast-tracking investigations and restoring normalcy in Manipur. Balwal will be assigned a new posting in Manipur upon joining the state. This is the third top appointment MHA has made in Manipur, as part of efforts to address ongoing strife and violence in the region.