PM Modi said that the Indian armed forces have his full confidence and “complete operational freedom to decide on the mode, targets and timing” of India’s response. Follow The Hindu’s live updates on

The impact of the Pahalgam terror attack is now clearly visible in Pakistan’s Parliament, where fear of an Indian retaliation is being openly discussed. Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has acknowledged that India is seriously considering aggressive military action in response to the attack.

In the board previous meeting, India had abstained from voting on Pakistan’s bailout package. But this time around, New Delhi will vote against giving the loan to the neighbouring country