LIVE India News Updates on April 22: Pahalgam Horror: Kerala native among 26 killed in terror attack; security tightened

A 68-year-old Kochi resident was among the 26 people killed in a terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Victims included an IB officer from Hyderabad, a Navy officer from Kochi, and several tourists.

Donald Trump condemned the Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir, offering condolences and reaffirming US support for India in the fight against terrorism.

US Vice President J D Vance and Second Lady Usha Chilukuri extended condolences to victims of the deadly Pahalgam terror attack during their visit to India.

A court in Belgium has rejected the bail plea of fugitive Mehul Choksi, a key accused in the Rs 13,500 crore Punjab National Bank loan fraud case.

Akshay Kumar has expressed grief over the loss of lives in Pahalgam, Kashmir. The actor called the incident “horrific,” condemned the killing of innocent people as “evil,” and offered prayers for the victims' families.

IMF has lowered India's growth projection for the fiscal year 2025-26 to 6.2%. In its World Economic Outlook report for April, the fiscal body slashed the economic growth rate forecast of almost every economy.

In 1967, Mumbai's first quadruple murder was solved by DCP Vaidyanath Sami using a burnt shirt's laundry mark. His brilliant investigation not only caught the killers swiftly but cemented his legacy in Indian policing.

A family's vacation in Pahalgam turned tragic when the father was killed in a targeted attack. The wife and son witnessed the horrific incident, with the attackers allegedly making provocative statements. 

A terror attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran Meadows claimed the lives of 24 tourists, with The Resistance Front (TRF) claiming responsibility. Security forces launched an operation, and top politicians condemned the attack, demanding justice.

At least 24 Hindu tourists were killed and 13 injured in a brutal terror attack at Baisaran near Pahalgam, South Kashmir, as militants opened fire after confirming victims' religious identity.

PM Modi has strongly condemned the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam, South Kashmir, that left one tourist dead and at least 12 others injured.

Terrorists opened fire on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. LG Manoj Sinha condemned the attack and assured that those responsible will be brought to justice. 

Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal, known as Saudi Arabia’s ‘Sleeping Prince’, marked his 36th birthday in a coma—where he has remained since 2005—as the world continues to pray for his recovery.

PM Modi also requested Shah to personally visit the attack site to assess the situation and oversee the response. Sources indicate that the Home Minister is expected to depart for Kashmir shortly.

Islamist militants attacked a group of tourists in Pahalgam, South Kashmir, on Monday evening, killing one and injuring several others after allegedly verifying their religious identity.

A bomb threat emailed to the Kerala High Court prompted a thorough search and heightened security. Similar threats were also made to RDO offices in Thrissur and Palakkad, though no explosives were found in any location.

An earthquake of magnitude 6 has hit Indonesia.

PM Modi has landed in Saudi Arabia

In a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, at least 7 tourists have been injured. Reports claimed that one person has died in the shootout.

A private training aircraft crashed in Amreli, Gujarat, resulting in the death of the pilot. The aircraft, belonging to a private aviation academy, crashed in a residential area and caught fire.

United States Vice President JD Vance announced the finalisation of a bilateral trade agreement with India during his visit to Jaipur.

Over 100 US universities, including Princeton and Brown, have issued a joint letter condemning President Trump's political interference in higher education. 

A Hamas delegation reportedly visited Jaish-e-Mohammad’s Bahawalpur headquarters, signaling growing ISI-backed cooperation. This nexus raises serious security concerns for India and the region, potentially escalating terror recruitment.

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi's aircraft entered Saudi airspace, he received a ceremonial escort by the Saudi Air Force - a powerful symbol of honour, friendship, and growing strategic partnership between the two nations.

A drunk woman created chaos near Har Ki Pauri, Haridwar, by stopping vehicles and riding away on a traffic cop’s scooter. The bizarre act, caught on camera, has gone viral, sparking outrage and concern.

At the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) meeting on 'One Nation One Election' debate, Bansuri Swaraj carried a bag with "National Herald Ki Loot" written on it, a jab at the Gandhis.

Police are yet to gather substantial evidence against Shine Tom Chacko in the drug use case. A negative forensic report could lead to a significant setback for the police.

The mortal remains of Pope Francis have been put on display in the Chapel of Casa Santa Marta, flanked by Swiss Guards holding vigil.

Patanjali founder Baba Ramdev on Tuesday agreed to takedown the videos in which he had used communal slurs to target pharmaceutical and food company Hamdard and its popular drink Rooh Afza.

Every word spoken by a constitutional functionary guided by supreme national interest, says V-P Dhankhar on criticism of his remarks on SC order

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has issued a public apology to the Brahmin community for his recent obscene remarks,

Kerala BJP State President Rajeev Chandrasekhar asserted that his party would bring development to the state, criticizing both LDF and UDF for their failures.

A man brutally beat his wife to death over a suspected theft at a local wedding in Chhattisgarh’s Jashpur district.

A double murder case has shocked Kottayam, where businessman Vijayakumar and his wife Meera were found dead in their home in Thiruvathukal. Police confirmed the couple was brutally killed with injuries caused by a sharp weapon.

A road rage incident in East Bengaluru involving an Indian Air Force couple and a biker turned into a language controversy after the Wing Commander alleged he was abused in Kannada and assaulted without provocation.

The water crisis in Maharashtra has worsened, particularly affecting women in rural areas like Arni tehsil (Yavatmal) and Borichivari village (Nashik). Women are walking over 2-3 kilometres daily on rough terrain under extreme heat to fetch water.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the “limitless potential” of India’s growing ties with Saudi Arabia as he arrives in Jeddah for a two-day visit, his third to the Kingdom since 2016.

Sukanth Suresh, the accused in the death of a woman IB officer in Thiruvananthapuram, was expelled from the service. Cops revealed alleged exploitation and refusal to marry after a close relationship, leading to the victim's tragic death.

Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Kash Patel on Monday assured that justice will be done after the FBI arrested terrorist Harpreet Singh, involved in attacks in Punjab.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its probe into alleged FEMA violations by the Gokulam Group, led by industrialist and film producer Gokulam Gopalan. The agency had summoned him to appear with financial documents.