NSE Announces ₹1 Crore in Aid for Families of Victims in Pulwama Terrorist Attack
NSE CEO: The terrorist attack in Pulwama district, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, 2025, plunged the nation into mourning. Twenty-six innocent lives were lost in the attack. Following this tragic incident, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) announced aid of ₹1 crore to the families of the victims, expressing its deepest condolences. NSE CEO Ashish Kumar Chauhan shared this news on social media, reiterating the NSE's commitment to standing with the bereaved families.
National Stock Exchange Announces Aid
Ashish Kumar Chauhan stated on the X platform, “We stand with the families of the martyrs during this difficult time. In this hour of grief, we share their sorrow and have decided to provide assistance of ₹1 crore to support them.”
This move is a message of relief for the families of the victims and a significant initiative from the NSE, which can prove helpful to the grieving families.
India Takes Strong Measures
Following the Pulwama terrorist attack, India took several b measures. The Indus Waters Treaty was suspended, and the decision was made to close the Integrated Check Post at Attari. Only those with valid permits will be allowed to return until May 1, 2025.
Additionally, Pakistani citizens will no longer be permitted entry into India under the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES), and previously issued visas have been canceled. As part of this measure, the Indian government ordered the defense, naval, and air advisors of the Pakistani High Commission to leave India within one week.
Pakistan Stock Market Decline
Following the terrorist attack, a significant decline was observed in the Pakistani stock market. The KSE-100 index fell by 3,410 points, a 2.9% decrease, closing at 115,020. However, some signs of recovery were also seen, and by 10:15 AM, the index was trading at 115,660, up 640 points.
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