Friday, September 25th, 2026

Indian PM Modi chairs high-level security meeting amid border tensions



NEW DELHI: Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi chaired a high-level security meeting at his official residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, amid heightened tensions along the India–Pakistan border.

The meeting was attended by key members of the national security and defense establishment, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), and the Chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

Discussions centered on recent cross-border shelling by Pakistan and the broader security situation in border regions, particularly the Amritsar sector in Punjab. Strategic and operational preparedness, along with potential diplomatic responses, were reviewed in detail.

The presence of the top military leadership highlighted the gravity with which the government is addressing the situation.

The meeting also emphasized close coordination between the armed forces and diplomatic channels to ensure both readiness and restraint in managing the evolving scenario.

Publish Date : 11 May 2025 13:07 PM

Low-pressure system moving westward, weather department urges high alert

KATHMANDU: A low-pressure system formed over the Bay of Bengal

Gold and silver prices decline in domestic market

KATHMANDU: The prices of gold and silver decreased on Friday.

Landslides halt traffic on Narayangadh-Muglin road, Prithvi Highway

CHITWAN: The Narayangadh-Muglin Road and Prithvi Highway have been completely

Highways connecting Kathmandu obstructed, public transport suspended

KATHMANDU: Public transport services to and from Kathmandu have been

Foreign Minister Khanal meets UK Minister of State McNeill

KATHMANDU: Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal has met with UK Minister