In the wake of the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a crucial meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) at his residence, which concluded earlier today. Senior ministers including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, and S. Jaishankar were in attendance. PM Modi also led meetings of the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) and the Cabinet’s Economic Affairs Committee (CCEA). A cabinet briefing is scheduled for 4 PM.
Meanwhile, tensions remain high along the Line of Control (LoC) as Pakistan continues unprovoked firing across multiple sectors for the sixth consecutive night. In response to the deteriorating security situation, the Jammu and Kashmir government has shut down 49 tourist spots and is increasing security checks across the Valley. The Army is expected to re-deploy forces to key areas based on a recent security audit of 87 locations.