India carries out surgical strike across LoC: Updates
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had warned that those responsible "would not go unpunished" for a September 18 attack on an Indian Army base at Uri that killed 18 soldiers.
Reports of killing of 8 Indian Army personnel in section of Pakistani media is completely false and baseless, PTI quoted Indian Army sources as saying.
We salute our soldiers for their brave action. Country is in safe hands. Entire nation is with PM @narendramodi . #ModiPunishesPak .
— Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi (@naqvimukhtar) September 29, 2016
India is proud of PM @narendramodi for isolating “Hub of terror” Pakistan & now giving befitting reply to terror forces #ModiPunishesPak
— Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi (@naqvimukhtar) September 29, 2016
Our dashing dynamic action hero PM has lived upto his image and the Nation's expectations. Salute you for your wisdom & political will.
— Shatrughan Sinha (@ShatruganSinha) September 29, 2016
Bravo PM @narendramodi. Congratulations on your firm action. We are all with you. Jai Hind.
— Shatrughan Sinha (@ShatruganSinha) September 29, 2016
Pakistan summons Indian High Commissioner Gautam Bambawale following "unprovoked cross border firing" by India, says Pakistan Foreign Office.
China always hopes that India and Pakistan can properly resolve relevant disputes through dialogue and consultation: China Foreign Office
Our entire nation is really proud of the Indian Army. Surgical strikes have sent out a right signal: Shashi Tharoor
District Reserve Group jawans celebrate surgical strike by Indian Army in Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh.
WATCH: District Reserve Group Jawans celebrate in Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh) after #SurgicalStrike by Indian Army. pic.twitter.com/hy6etwnwcy
— ANI (@ANI_news) September 29, 2016
India will reach out to other nations to make World aware about Pak sponsored terror: Report
Indian Motion Picture Producers Association (IMPPA) passes resolution banning Pakistani Actors and technicians in India till normalcy returns.
John Kerry conveyed his condolences on the Uri terrorist attack, offered full cooperation: ANI
There was one phone call between Secretary Kerry and External affairs Minister on September 27 in New York. Secretary Kerry welcomed her to the US: ANI
Artillery fire from Uri used as distraction. Surgical strike beamed Live to Delhi HQ: Report
Entire surgical strike got over within an hour. Area of operations was an arc of 250 kms: Report
Govt reviews security of airports, seaports and other vital installations guarded by CISF following surgical strike by Indian Army.
No territorial violation committed as PoK is India’s part: Union minister Rajyavardhan Rathore
Armed forces in a high state of alertness & preparedness to meet any eventuality: Defence sources
The way surgical strikes have been conducted we are feeling a sense of pride, we are not a weak nation: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis
PM Nawaz Sharif has called for a joint session of parliament on October 5 to discuss the prevailing situation at LoC.
Congress stands with the government. We should think of an action that will impact Pakistan's thinking: Salman Khurshid
We have asked people to move to safer places but we will see what happens tonight, we are prepared for any escalation: Nirmal Singh
We hope that Pakistan will learn something from these surgical strikes, hope they will stop their nonsense: Nirmal Singh, J&K Depy CM
Indian Army operation against cross border terroism. Here is the video of the joint MEA-MOD briefing held earlier today
Indian Army operation against cross border https://t.co/z0E3EXOaHp is the video of the joint MEA-MOD briefing held earlier today pic.twitter.com/Oy6nxMwHEs
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 29, 2016
Our surgical strike has sent out a clear message. It's not a war against Pak, but terror: Prakash Javdekar
These include ships open to visitors scheduled 01 and 02 October and School Children's Day at Sea scheduled on 03 October: Navy PRO
In view of operational developments, certain activities of the Western Naval Command have been cancelled: Navy PRO
Nawaz Sharif has summoned a meeting of the federal cabinet to discuss the growing tensions between India and Pakistan: Geo TV
Now I suggest PM hand over the Jinnah House in Mumbai to Jinnah's only daughter Dina Wadia who refused to go to settle in Pakistan: Subramanian Swamy
Surgical Strikes: Intelligence gathered over a week with local help. 4 choppers were on stand by in case of evacuation: Report
Army used laser designation for precision targeting which help light up an area to launch strike: Report
"J&K have suffered immensely because of violence and know its dangers & consequences," J&K CM said.
Nawaz Sharif to convene cabinet meeting on Friday. The agenda of cabinet meeting will be discussion on present Kashmir situation: Pak Media
Encounter underway between security forces and terrorists in Mendhar sector of Poonch (J&K).
Congratulate our Army for giving befitting reply to Pakistan,we welcome this: Sayed Zainul Abedin, Ajmer Dargah Dewan, on surgical strike
I am sure amidst prevailing gloomy scenario in the region,hope for peaceful means of resolving the issues will again stand the ground: J&K CM
Confrontation could lead to disaster of epic proportions if urgent steps not taken to bring down heightened tensions in the region: J&K CM
Surgical strikes by Army on terror launchpads demonstrates India's strong will to fight terrorism under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi: MP CM
Any step by the Govt and the forces against terrorism will be supported by us: Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on surgical strikes.
Indian Army carried out a preemptive strike, It was not a military operation but an anti-terror operation: Rajyavardhan Rathore, MoS I&B.
This was not just a surgical strike but a warning to Pakistan that we will not tolerate any more terror attacks: Chhattisgarh CM Raman Singh.
Here is how Rahul Gandhi reacted to India's surgical strikes across LoC.
I am for the unity of the country and for the love and affection between the people of this country. pic.twitter.com/qa2FoNeOeV
— INC India (@INCIndia) September 29, 2016
The Congress party and I salute the Indian Army and our jawans for acting valiantly to defend our country and our people: Rahul Gandhi
The surgical strike targeted 5-6 places across LoC along Kupwara and Poonch. No casualty on Indian side: Venkaiah Naidu
Details of the surgical strikes were shared in the all party meeting, says Union Minister Venakaiah Naidu.
Foreign Secretary briefs envoys of 22 countries about India's surgical strikes across LoC and the current situation.
Info that these terrorists were planning to attack some towns and important places prompted the Army to act: Naidu
Details of the surgical strikes were shared in the all-party meeting: Union Minister Venkaiah Naidu
Pakistan National Security Adviser Nasir Janjua submits a report on LoC situation to PM Nawaz Sharif.
The government briefed us about the operation. We congratulated the forces for being successful in the operation: Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Ghulam Nabi Azad
Top defence experts term the 'surgical strikes' on terror launch pads across the Line of Control in PoK as an "operational necessity" and say those were necessitated as the "levels of tolerance" were crossed.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti expresses grave concern over the escalation of situation along the state's borders with Pakistan.
Pakistan High Commissioner Abdul Basit claims receiving threatening calls. News agency ANI has quoted sources as saying that its details have been shared by the Ministry of External Affairs. The High Commission has asked the Indian government to take responsibility of security of the Pak HC members and families under Vienna convention.
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj meets Congress president and informed her about the military operations across the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir.
India Inc rallies behind the Army's move to conduct surgical strikes on terror launch pads across the Line of Control and said it was time to act tough while ruling out any negative impact on the country's economy and trade.
India is capable of repelling all forces that subvert peace in the region. We are proud of #IndianArmy & leadership of @narendramodi ji.
— Arun Jaitley (@arunjaitley) September 29, 2016
#SurgicalStrikes are befitting response to proxy war instigated by our neighbour. My heartiest congratulations to #IndianArmy #NaMo govt.
— Vijay Rupani (@vijayrupanibjp) September 29, 2016
Shiv Sena supremo Uddhav Thackeray speaks to PM Modi, congratulates him on surgical strike against Pakistan.
All-party meeting at the Ministry of Home Affairs will begin shortly. Leaders have arrived for the meet. Security has been, meanwhile, enhanced around the area.
#SurgicalStrikes is just what the doctor ordered- effective measure against terror pads across LoC. Let their heavy casualties be a lesson. pic.twitter.com/KVXyFNmdI3
— Dr. Harsh Vardhan (@drharshvardhan) September 29, 2016
Congress President, Smt. Sonia Gandhi's statement on anti-terror operation by Indian Army-: pic.twitter.com/Qr6xoBp9md
— Randeep S Surjewala (@rssurjewala) September 29, 2016
COURAGE(of Indian Army) + POLITICAL WILL(of Indian Prime Minister)=HISTORICAL Surgical Strike on Terror Launch Pads across LOC!!
— Sambit Patra (@sambitswaraj) September 29, 2016
Today's strikes signal the rise of a new India where the GoI doesn't get cowed down by nefarious designs of terrororists. #ModiPunishesPak
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) September 29, 2016
Amid "surgical strikes" which India claimed it carried out on terrorist launch pads across the LoC, Pakistan`s Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif called the federal cabinet meeting on Friday to discuss the growing tensions between India and Pakistan. Officials from the Interior and Defense ministries will brief the Prime Minister over national security, an official statement from the Prime Minister`s House stated.
Pakistan's Foreign Office spokesperson Nafees Zakaria tries to put up a brave face, says his country is not alone at the diplomatic level.
India hs responded at 'time & place of our choosing'.Make no mistake abt our capabilities & resolve to protect our citizens.#SurgicalStrikes
— Lt. Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) September 29, 2016
Meeting of senior Congress leaders is underway in Delhi, ahead of the all-party meeting called by the government.
Celebration at the BJP office in Mumbai after the Indian Army conducts surgical strikes on Pakistani territory.
China, meanwhile, says it is in touch with India and Pakistan through different channels to bring down tensions, asks them to properly deal with their differences and work jointly to maintain peace and security in the region.
Any step taken by India against terrorism is right, says Baloch leader Mazdak Dilshad Baloch. Extending his support to the operation, Baloch says he wants the Indian Army to conduct surgical strikes in Balochistan as well.
The BJP hails the armed forces following the surgical strikes on terror launch pads across the LoC and lauds the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying his government believes in action and not words.
The Congress wholeheartedly supported the surgical strikes carried out by the Indian Army on terrorist launch pads across the Line of Control. "The Congress wholeheartedly supports the surgical strike on terror (launch) pads in PoK (Pakistan occupied Kashmir) by Indian Army. Salute the valour of our armed forces," Congress spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said.
This is a loud and clear message to Pakistan that they will pay the cost of carrying out terrorism in our nation: Ex-DGMO Vinod Bhatia
The terror launch pads targeted were in the range of 2-3 km from the Line of Control(LoC) and were under surveillance for over one week, the sources said.
Congratulations to #IndianArmy for carrying out #SurgicalStrikes. Our Government is committed to counter the menace of terrorism
— Suresh Prabhu (@sureshpprabhu) September 29, 2016
Congratulations to the Indian Army for the successful operation.
— Manohar Parrikar (@manoharparrikar) September 29, 2016
The operation was a combination of heliborne and ground forces. Seven launchpads were targeted in the strike, PTI has quoted sources as saying.
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