Pahalgam Terror Attack: NIA begins probe, PM Modi leads CCS meet, nationwide outrage intensifies

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has officially launched its investigation into the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 tourists were killed and 13 others injured. Alarming reports suggest that the attackers selectively targeted victims based on their religion. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who returned early from his Saudi Arabia visit, condemned the attack and assured that those responsible will face strict consequences. He is scheduled to chair an important Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting today to review the situation.Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to visit Pahalgam, while a high-level meeting took place in Srinagar yesterday with LG Manoj Sinha. Former Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah condemned the incident, referring to the attackers as "inhuman beasts."On the global front, the attack drew widespread condemnation. U.S. President Donald Trump held a phone call with PM Modi, assuring support. Nations including Russia, Saudi Arabia, Germany, and Israel expressed solidarity with India.Public anger continues to rise, with candlelight marches being held in several cities and chants against Pakistan growing louder. Security has been heightened in Delhi and across major urban centers. Meanwhile, opposition leaders criticized the central government’s handling of security and called for an all-party meeting.