Pakistan, May 24 -- Several Indian sweet shops in Jaipur have changed the names of popular desserts to remove the word "Pak." The move comes after rising tensions between India and Pakistan following recent cross-border clashes. Desserts like Mysore Pak and Moti Pak are now being sold as Mysore Shree and Moti Shree. Shopkeepers say the name change reflects national pride, not hatred. However, many people are calling it unnecessary and politically motivated.

The word "Pak" in Indian sweets comes from the Sanskrit language. It refers to a stage in sweet-making that involves sugar syrup. It has nothing to do with Pakistan. Still, after a deadly attack in Indian-occupied Kashmir and a strong reaction from India, national feelings are running...