One-Minute Silence Observed For Pahalgam Victims At Shanghai Book Launch Event

Last Updated:May 09, 2025, 21:43 IST

Terrorists opened fire in Jammu-Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22, killing 26, including 25 tourists and one local.

A minute of silence was observed at a book launch event for 'Hardware to Code' (Credits: X)

A minute of silence was observed at a book launch event for “Hardware to Code" hosted by the Consulate General of India in Shanghai on Friday in memory of the victims killed in the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22.

The launch was followed by a high-powered strategic dialogue and fireside chat, attended by consuls general from over 10 countries and key business leaders, making it a rare fusion of diplomacy, technology, and visionary industrial dialogue—a testament to how innovation and strategic thinking are now central to India’s global outreach, according to an official statement.

“Hardware to Code is more than a book—it’s a roadmap to the future of mobility. As next-gen vehicles evolve into ‘software on wheels,’ India’s deep software talent base places it in a unique position to lead the global automotive value chain," said Pratik Mathur, Consul General of India in Shanghai and the host of the event.

The book-Hardware to Code: How Software is Transforming the Automotive Industry- is authored by Mukesh Sharma.

Speaking about his book, Sharma said, “This book was born out of a realization that there is a growing disconnect between traditional automotive thinking and the software revolution happening under the hood. I wanted to create a guide that anyone—whether a senior executive or a passionate learner—could read to truly understand what’s changing and why it matters so deeply."

Pahalgam Terrorist Attack

Terrorists opened fire in Jammu-Kashmir’s Pahalgam on April 22, killing 26, including 25 tourists and one local. Following the attack, India took several strong measures against Pakistan, including suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty.

India also conducted strikes against terror hideouts in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). A day later, Pakistan launched a barrage of artillery fire, drone, and missile attacks on multiple locations in Jammu, including a key airstrip.

In response to Pakistan’s unprovoked attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Rajasthan, India carried out multiple drone strikes targeting Islamabad, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. During the operation, Indian forces also shot down a Pakistani F-16 fighter jet in Rajasthan, delivering a strong and effective reply.

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