Security failure in Pahalgam attack raises serious questions: K’taka Home Min. Dr. G. Parameshwara
Bengaluru: Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara on Wednesday raised serious concerns over the security lapse that led to the deadly terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of at least 27 people.
Addressing the media in Bengaluru, he questioned how such a well-coordinated strike could occur despite the country's robust military and intelligence infrastructure.
Referring to the country's history of effective counter-intelligence, Parameshwara said, "This is not a common occurrence. Our military intelligence has proved its efficiency on many occasions. The question now is how did it fail this time? From where did these terrorists infiltrate, and how did they execute such an attack in a heavily guarded area?" He urged the central government to take the incident with utmost seriousness, emphasizing that immediate and decisive action is necessary to prevent further incidents.
Connecting with the 2019 Pulwama attack, he noted that such a massive casualty had not occurred in recent years, and this sudden lapse demands a transparent investigation.
"We lost more than 27 innocent lives, including civilians and a Navy officer. I offer my deepest condolences to the families and pray for their strength," he added.
In response to Union Minister V. Somanna's accusation that the Congress was politicizing the tragedy, Parameshwara denied the claim. "We are not making this about Congress or BJP. This is about the security of our nation and the safety of our people. I never mentioned the BJP, I only said the central government needs to act. Why should we politicize such a serious issue?" he asked.
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Visually impaired student from J-K Zainab Bilal scores 95% in CBSE class 10 exams
Zainab among first to write CBSE exam on laptop without scribe
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Srinagar (PTI): A visually impaired student in Srinagar has scripted an inspiring story by securing 95 per cent marks in the Class 10 board examination conducted by the Central Board of School Education, the results of which were declared on Wednesday.
Zainab Bilal, who aspires to study computer applications, scored 475 out of 500, with a perfect 100 per cent in computer science.
“Since my childhood, I have wanted to get into the information technology sector. I intend to do my bachelor’s degree in computer applications,” said Zainab, who became one of the first visually impaired students to write the CBSE examination using a laptop, without the assistance of a scribe.
VIDEO | Srinagar: Meet Zainab Bilal, a visually impaired teenager who has scored 95 per cent in the CBSE Class 10 board examinations, redefining resilience.
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The 16-year-old, who studied at the Learning Resource Centre of Delhi Public School in Srinagar, thanked the institution and her teachers for their support in achieving her goals.
“I am thankful to Vijay Dhar (owner of the school) and my teachers for their support. I do not have words to thank my parents, who have been the biggest support of my life,” she said.
In a message to parents of physically challenged children, Zainab said they should not give up on their kids.
“If I can do it, anyone can. They just need your support,” she said.
Zainab has been outstanding in extracurricular activities as well. She interviewed Omar Abdullah and Bollywood superstar Amir Khan when she was just 12. They were aired on Radio DPS, a radio station operated by the students of the school.
