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Late at night in Amritsar's Khasa area, a loud explosion emanating from a stationary two-wheeler rattled the atmosphere near crucial military sites belonging to the BSF and Army. Fortunately, no one was hurt; however, the explosion did cause significant damage to the outer walls of nearby establishments.

Following a deadly terror attack in Kashmir, India launched precision strikes on militant camps in Pakistan, escalating tensions to a full military standoff. Despite Pakistan's nuclear threats, India maintained a strong stance, ultimately leading to a ceasefire after significant damage to Pakistani military assets.

A recent Wagah-Attari border ceremony saw a BSF soldier playfully mimic a Pakistan Rangers guard's energetic jumps. This lighthearted exchange, captured on video, has delighted social media users. The daily Beating Retreat ceremony, a display of patriotism and precision, showcased a moment of human wit. This unexpected interaction added a humorous touch to the disciplined event.

The Attari-Wagah border may get another international checkpoint to ease the increasing traffic between India and Pak provided Islamabad agrees to what New Delhi is planning.

The Indian national flag was raised on the tallest flagpole at the Attari-Wagah border by Union minister Nitin Gadkari. The Indian flagpole is 18 feet taller than its Pakistani counterpart. The flagpole was constructed by the National Highway Authority of India and cost Rs 3.5 crore. Locals expressed enthusiasm and pride in witnessing the event, stating that the Indian flag now flies above the Pakistani flag. Gadkari described the event as a "golden day" and expressed inspiration for patriotism at the border.

A group of 46 Pakistani nationals including 23 children, who were supposed to be repatriated from Amritsar, were sent back from the Attari-Wagah border after the Pakistan government denied entry to them over non-availability of proper Covid report.

He said Indian nationals who had gone across the border would be allowed to come back before their visas expire. The entry of foreign nationals through the Attari-Wagah land route will not be allowed, the Border Security Force (BSF) official said.

The Attari-Wagah border ceremony has seen a significant drop in visitor numbers, nearly halving after Operation Sindoor. Changes implemented post-operation, including the removal of the customary handshake and restricted gate openings, have altered the visitor experience. While footfall has improved since the ceremony's resumption, it has not yet returned to pre-operation levels.

As many as 114 Indian nationals who are currently stranded in Pakistan due to Covid-19 related travel restrictions will be repatriated to India through the Attari-Wagah border on July 9, as per a Pakistan govt release. Last month, over 700 stranded Indian nationals, were repatriated to India in batches through the Attari-Wagah Border on June 25, June 26 and June 27.

PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry has suggested to set up a 'Friendship Park' at both sides of the Attari(India)-Wagah (Pakistan) border to facilitate bilateral trade and commerce between India and Pakistan.

India wants to increase trade with Pakistan through the border route significantly but serious efforts would be needed to tone up the infrastructure at the Attari-Wagah border.

Confusion prevailed among security officials at Attari international border with Pakistan as plumes of smoke billowed from across the border in Pakistan on Monday morning.

On the lines of daily adrenaline rushing beating the retreat ceremony held jointly by the Border Security Force (BSF) and Pakistan Rangers at Indo Pak joint check post at Attari (India)/Wagah(Pakistan), the BSF and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have agreed to hold similar ceremonies at three different places on Indo-Bangladesh border.

Reiterating his support to the opening of Attari-Wagah land border between India and Pakistan, Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) president Navjot Singh Sidhu on Saturday claimed that if the traditional Silk Route was opened, Punjab would have a meteoric rise in economic growth.

Now, today, on Republic Day 2019, the actor performed live at Attari-Wagah border and paid his tribute to BSF jawans. He shared the pictures from the performance on his social media.

After a 12-day suspension due to heightened security concerns following a terrorist assault, the Beating Retreat ceremony at the Attari-Wagah border has resumed on May 20, 2025. The iconic event now features closed gates during the ceremony and the discontinuation of the traditional cross-border handshake.