India-Pakistan tensions are once again in focus after authorities in New Delhi cleared unauthorized structures and encroachments outside the Pakistan High Commission.

The action comes days after Pakistani authorities removed security barricades and parking poles outside the Indian High Commission in Islamabad, making the latest move another apparent tit-for-tat development amid strained bilateral relations.

According to the report, the structures near the visa section of the Pakistan mission were found beyond the compound’s approved perimeter. Authorities subsequently removed the unauthorized structures and encroachments.

Visuals show rubble, metal railings, gates, roofing sheets, bricks and concrete debris outside the mission. Parts of the outer structures, including corrugated roofing and metal fencing, were pulled down, while the main entrance remained intact.

Delhi Clears Pakistan High Commission Encroachments In Tit-For-Tat Move With Islamabad

Despite several statements by Government of India, US President Donald Trump has repeatedly claimed that he settled the India-Pakistan conflict that took place in May this year. Now, following his pattern, China has claimed credit for mediating peace between India and Pakistan. This comes despite India categorically rejecting any third-party mediation. Speaking at the Symposium on the International Situation and China's Foreign Relations in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that China “mediated” to ease the tensions India and Pakistan, alongside also settling issues in northern Myanmar, the Iranian nuclear issue, Palestine and Israel and Thailand and Cambodia. Though, Indian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MEA) is yet to respond on the matter, a report quoted official familiar to the matter saying that the claims by Beijing are “bizarre.”&nbsp;"This year, local wars and cross-border conflicts flared up more often than at any time since the end of WWII. Geopolitical turbulence continued to spread... To build peace that lasts, we have taken an objective and just stance and focused on addressing both symptoms and root causes," Foreign Minister Wang Yi said. "Following this Chinese approach to settling hotspot issues, we mediated in northern Myanmar, the Iranian nuclear issue, the tensions between Pakistan and India, the issues between Palestine and Israel, and the recent conflict between Cambodia and Thailand," he claimed.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/40-times-and-counting-donald-trump-mentions-he-stopped-india-pakistan-war-yet-again-1756193935347">40 times and counting: Donald Trump mentions 'he stopped India-Pakistan war' yet again</a>&nbsp;India has maintained that hostilities between India and Pakistan stopped after talks between senior military officials of both the countries and no mediation by any third party was involved. The Indian DGMO spoke to the Pakistani counterpart on the insistence of Pakistan and arrived at an understanding to stop the conflict.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-thailand-cambodia-in-pretty-good-shape-despite-clashes-repeats-claim-of-averting-india-pakistan-nuclear-war-1766454822249">Trump says Thailand, Cambodia 'in pretty good shape' despite clashes, repeats claim of averting India–Pakistan 'nuclear war'</a>&nbsp;Wang Yi's remark came days after China also claimed credit for the ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand. In that case too, Beijing jumped in to openly claim credit after US President Trump said he negotiated peace. Beijing even took a swipe at the US saying that it does not impose decisions on warring sides. Hindustan Times quoted Indian government official familiar to the matter saying, “Perhaps the Chinese side is following in the footsteps of the US.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Just a day ago, while meeting Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Trump lamented that he is not given credit for settling so many wars including that between India and Pakistan. Trump has, in the past, claimed that as many as eight fighter jets were shot down during the military conflict between India and Pakistan in May 2025, adding that the two neighbours were at the verge of going “nuclear.” He has pressed that his team used trade as a tactics to end the conflict.&nbsp;

China has claimed it helped ease India-Pakistan tensions in May, a move India has long rejected. Beijing’s remarks echo similar claims by US President Donald Trump. New Delhi maintains the standoff ended after direct military talks, calling such third-party credit claims “bizarre.”

Despite several statements by Government of India, US President Donald Trump has repeatedly claimed that he settled the India-Pakistan conflict that took place in May this year. Now, following his pattern, China has claimed credit for mediating peace between India and Pakistan. This comes despite India categorically rejecting any third-party mediation. Speaking at the Symposium on the International Situation and China's Foreign Relations in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that China “mediated” to ease the tensions India and Pakistan, alongside also settling issues in northern Myanmar, the Iranian nuclear issue, Palestine and Israel and Thailand and Cambodia. Though, Indian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MEA) is yet to respond on the matter, a report quoted official familiar to the matter saying that the claims by Beijing are “bizarre.” "This year, local wars and cross-border conflicts flared up more often than at any time since the end of WWII. Geopolitical turbulence continued to spread... To build peace that lasts, we have taken an objective and just stance and focused on addressing both symptoms and root causes," Foreign Minister Wang Yi said. "Following this Chinese approach to settling hotspot issues, we mediated in northern Myanmar, the Iranian nuclear issue, the tensions between Pakistan and India, the issues between Palestine and Israel, and the recent conflict between Cambodia and Thailand," he claimed. Also Read: 40 times and counting: Donald Trump mentions 'he stopped India-Pakistan war' yet again India has maintained that hostilities between India and Pakistan stopped after talks between senior military officials of both the countries and no mediation by any third party was involved. The Indian DGMO spoke to the Pakistani counterpart on the insistence of Pakistan and arrived at an understanding to stop the conflict. Also Read: Trump says Thailand, Cambodia 'in pretty good shape' despite clashes, repeats claim of averting India–Pakistan 'nuclear war' Wang Yi's remark came days after China also claimed credit for the ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand. In that case too, Beijing jumped in to openly claim credit after US President Trump said he negotiated peace. Beijing even took a swipe at the US saying that it does not impose decisions on warring sides. Hindustan Times quoted Indian government official familiar to the matter saying, “Perhaps the Chinese side is following in the footsteps of the US.” Just a day ago, while meeting Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Trump lamented that he is not given credit for settling so many wars including that between India and Pakistan. Trump has, in the past, claimed that as many as eight fighter jets were shot down during the military conflict between India and Pakistan in May 2025, adding that the two neighbours were at the verge of going “nuclear.” He has pressed that his team used trade as a tactics to end the conflict.

China has claimed it helped ease India-Pakistan tensions in May, a move India has long rejected. Beijing’s remarks echo similar claims by US President Donald Trump. New Delhi maintains the standoff ended after direct military talks, calling such third-party credit claims “bizarre.”

After Trump, China makes ‘bizarre’ mediation claims between India and Pakistan: ‘Settling hotspot issues…’

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Saturday (Nov 1) renewed warnings of a "two-front war", while accusing neighbour India of trying to keep Islamabad engaged on both its eastern and western borders. In an interview, the Pakistan Defence minister repeated his allegations that India was using Afghanistan as a "proxy," but did not offer any proof to back the claim. Asif's comments come days after Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a ceasefire following last month's deadly border clashes.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/post-operation-sindoor-pakistan-grants-visas-to-over-2-000-indian-sikh-pilgrims-for-guru-nanak-birth-anniversary-1761978497305">Post Operation Sindoor, Pakistan grants visas to over 2,000 Indian Sikh pilgrims for Guru Nanak birth anniversary</a><h2>What did Khwaja Asif say now?</h2>Speaking to Geo News, Asif alleged that India was using Afghanistan as a "proxy" to destabilise Pakistan. He claimed that "India seeks to keep Pakistan preoccupied on two fronts: the eastern and western". He was referring to recent Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes on the nation's western border and conflict with India on the eastern border, which in May saw New Delhi launch anti-terror Operation Sindoor. Asif failed to present any proof to back his claims but insisted, "If necessary, we will present proof."The Pak defence minister went further to claim that New Delhi has been "waging a proxy war against Pakistan since the Ashraf Ghani era." He also claimed that India "could play dirty at the border" but said that Pakistan was prepared for a "two-front war".Asif's latest comments follow his earlier claims that India continues to influence the Taliban government in Kabul. "The people in Kabul pulling the strings and staging the puppet show are being controlled by Delhi," he said, reiterating his accusation that Afghanistan’s leadership was being manipulated by India.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/this-country-has-banned-smoking-for-everyone-born-after-2007-even-tourists-1761991994246">THIS country has banned smoking for everyone born after 2007 — even tourists</a><h2>Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions</h2>Tensions between Islamabad and Kabul escalated last month when border clashes killed several soldiers on both sides. The violence coincided with a visit to India by Taliban foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, which Pakistan has viewed with suspicion. Following mediation efforts by Qatar and Turkey, both countries agreed to maintain a ceasefire during talks held in Istanbul earlier this week. Asif said he was hopeful that the truce would hold and that "mediation by friendly nations" would lead to a lasting settlement.&nbsp;

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has once again accused India of using Afghanistan as a “proxy” to destabilise Pakistan. But did he share proof to back the claim? Here's what he said.

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Saturday (Nov 1) renewed warnings of a "two-front war", while accusing neighbour India of trying to keep Islamabad engaged on both its eastern and western borders. In an interview, the Pakistan Defence minister repeated his allegations that India was using Afghanistan as a "proxy," but did not offer any proof to back the claim. Asif's comments come days after Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a ceasefire following last month's deadly border clashes. Also read | Post Operation Sindoor, Pakistan grants visas to over 2,000 Indian Sikh pilgrims for Guru Nanak birth anniversary What did Khwaja Asif say now? Speaking to Geo News, Asif alleged that India was using Afghanistan as a "proxy" to destabilise Pakistan. He claimed that "India seeks to keep Pakistan preoccupied on two fronts: the eastern and western". He was referring to recent Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes on the nation's western border and conflict with India on the eastern border, which in May saw New Delhi launch anti-terror Operation Sindoor. Asif failed to present any proof to back his claims but insisted, "If necessary, we will present proof." The Pak defence minister went further to claim that New Delhi has been "waging a proxy war against Pakistan since the Ashraf Ghani era." He also claimed that India "could play dirty at the border" but said that Pakistan was prepared for a "two-front war". Asif's latest comments follow his earlier claims that India continues to influence the Taliban government in Kabul. "The people in Kabul pulling the strings and staging the puppet show are being controlled by Delhi," he said, reiterating his accusation that Afghanistan’s leadership was being manipulated by India. Also read | THIS country has banned smoking for everyone born after 2007 — even tourists Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions Tensions between Islamabad and Kabul escalated last month when border clashes killed several soldiers on both sides. The violence coincided with a visit to India by Taliban foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, which Pakistan has viewed with suspicion. Following mediation efforts by Qatar and Turkey, both countries agreed to maintain a ceasefire during talks held in Istanbul earlier this week. Asif said he was hopeful that the truce would hold and that "mediation by friendly nations" would lead to a lasting settlement.

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has once again accused India of using Afghanistan as a “proxy” to destabilise Pakistan. But did he share proof to back the claim? Here's what he said.

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US President Donald Trump, in his address at the Gaza peace summit in Egypt on Monday (Oct 13), once again mentioned India and Pakistan, saying both neighbouring countries are going to stay very nicely together. He also praised Islamabad’s military leadership and called for regional harmony while looking at Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who also gave a speech at the gathering of world leaders.&nbsp;The high-level summit came following the hostage-prisoner swap between Israel and Hamas after the ceasefire came into effect in Gaza last week, brokered by the US president. The summit, during which world leaders signed the Gaza deal, was hosted by the US president and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.&nbsp;“India is a great country with a very good friend of mine at the top and he has done a fantastic job. I think that Pakistan and India are going to live very nicely together...,” Trump said at the summit.

The high-level summit came following the hostage-prisoner swap between Israel and Hamas after the ceasefire came into effect in Gaza last week, brokered by the US president.

US President Donald Trump, in his address at the Gaza peace summit in Egypt on Monday (Oct 13), once again mentioned India and Pakistan, saying both neighbouring countries are going to stay very nicely together. He also praised Islamabad’s military leadership and called for regional harmony while looking at Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who also gave a speech at the gathering of world leaders. The high-level summit came following the hostage-prisoner swap between Israel and Hamas after the ceasefire came into effect in Gaza last week, brokered by the US president. The summit, during which world leaders signed the Gaza deal, was hosted by the US president and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. “India is a great country with a very good friend of mine at the top and he has done a fantastic job. I think that Pakistan and India are going to live very nicely together...,” Trump said at the summit.

The high-level summit came following the hostage-prisoner swap between Israel and Hamas after the ceasefire came into effect in Gaza last week, brokered by the US president.&nbsp;

‘Pakistan, India going to live very nicely together’: Trump says at Gaza peace summit in Egypt

While his speech sought to examine the implications of artificial intelligence in warfare, including references to India-Pakistan military tensions, it was his repeated verbal slip-ups that drew widespread attention, with netizens even describing the address as 'embarrassing'.

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Former Pentagon analyst Michael Rubin in a scathing assessment of Pakistani army chief Asim Munir's threats and his nation's nuclear rhetoric. Comparing the Pakistani army chief to Islamic State terrorist Osama Bin Laden, saying, "Asim Munir is Osama bin Laden in a suit." He slammed Pakistan for behaving like a "rogue state" and said that the country's behaviour was "completely unacceptable". Speaking during an interview, he also slammed US President Donald Trump for "targeting India" over the South Asian nation's trade relations with Russia. He pointed out that Trump's America is a buyer of several strategic minerals, including uranium hexafluoride, from Russia. Lauding Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for standing up against Trump for India's rights, he said this would "be the episode that historians remember where the US truly learnt that you cannot kick India around".<h2>Asim Munir aka ‘Bin Laden in a suit’</h2>Recently, Pakistan's army chief General Asim Munir allegedly threatened that if his country were ever pushed to the brink in a conflict with India, it would "take half the world down" with it. The controversial comments were reportedly made during a private black-tie dinner in Tampa, Florida, hosted for businessman Adnan Asad.&nbsp;Rubin suggested that for his inciting comment the Pakistani army chief should be declared persona non grata and should be banned from receiving US visas. Raising alarm at the lack of immediate response from US officials present at the event, he said, "Within 30 minutes of when Asim Munir made those comments, he should have been ushered out, taken to Tampa International Airport, and flown out of the United States."&nbsp;He noted that “Americans look at terrorism through the lens of grievance” and explained that "they don't understand the ideological underpinnings of many terrorists… Asim Munir is Osama bin Laden in a suit."<h2>Pakistan's nuclear rhetoric 'completely unacceptable'</h2>Calling Pakistan's behaviour "completely unacceptable", the former Pentagon official and Middle East analyst compared Munir's threat to statements previously made by ISIS and Osama bin Laden. "Pakistan is raising questions in many people's minds about whether it can fulfil the responsibilities of being a state," he said, adding, "The Field Marshal's rhetoric is reminiscent of what we've heard from the Islamic State."&nbsp;The prominent analyst also called for immediate diplomatic consequences against Pakistan. Rubin suggested that Islamabad should be stripped of its status as a major non-NATO ally and potentially designated as a state sponsor of terrorism.&nbsp;The ex-Pentagon official then suggested that the international community should consider what he called "managed decline" for Pakistan. This, he said, could potentially include recognising regions like Balochistan if they break away. He also pitched the idea of a military intervention to secure Pakistan's nuclear arsenal. "It's coming near time when, in a future administration, other SEAL teams should enter Pakistan to secure its nuclear weapons because the alternative is simply too great to bear," he said.&nbsp;

 Comparing the Pakistani army chief Asim Munir to Islamic State terrorist Osama Bin Laden, Former Pentagon analyst Michael Rubin in a scathing statement said, "Asim Munir is Osama bin Laden in a suit."

Former Pentagon analyst Michael Rubin in a scathing assessment of Pakistani army chief Asim Munir's threats and his nation's nuclear rhetoric. Comparing the Pakistani army chief to Islamic State terrorist Osama Bin Laden, saying, "Asim Munir is Osama bin Laden in a suit." He slammed Pakistan for behaving like a "rogue state" and said that the country's behaviour was "completely unacceptable". Speaking during an interview, he also slammed US President Donald Trump for "targeting India" over the South Asian nation's trade relations with Russia. He pointed out that Trump's America is a buyer of several strategic minerals, including uranium hexafluoride, from Russia. Lauding Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for standing up against Trump for India's rights, he said this would "be the episode that historians remember where the US truly learnt that you cannot kick India around". Asim Munir aka ‘Bin Laden in a suit’ Recently, Pakistan's army chief General Asim Munir allegedly threatened that if his country were ever pushed to the brink in a conflict with India, it would "take half the world down" with it. The controversial comments were reportedly made during a private black-tie dinner in Tampa, Florida, hosted for businessman Adnan Asad. Rubin suggested that for his inciting comment the Pakistani army chief should be declared persona non grata and should be banned from receiving US visas. Raising alarm at the lack of immediate response from US officials present at the event, he said, "Within 30 minutes of when Asim Munir made those comments, he should have been ushered out, taken to Tampa International Airport, and flown out of the United States." He noted that “Americans look at terrorism through the lens of grievance” and explained that "they don't understand the ideological underpinnings of many terrorists… Asim Munir is Osama bin Laden in a suit." Pakistan's nuclear rhetoric 'completely unacceptable' Calling Pakistan's behaviour "completely unacceptable", the former Pentagon official and Middle East analyst compared Munir's threat to statements previously made by ISIS and Osama bin Laden. "Pakistan is raising questions in many people's minds about whether it can fulfil the responsibilities of being a state," he said, adding, "The Field Marshal's rhetoric is reminiscent of what we've heard from the Islamic State." The prominent analyst also called for immediate diplomatic consequences against Pakistan. Rubin suggested that Islamabad should be stripped of its status as a major non-NATO ally and potentially designated as a state sponsor of terrorism. The ex-Pentagon official then suggested that the international community should consider what he called "managed decline" for Pakistan. This, he said, could potentially include recognising regions like Balochistan if they break away. He also pitched the idea of a military intervention to secure Pakistan's nuclear arsenal. "It's coming near time when, in a future administration, other SEAL teams should enter Pakistan to secure its nuclear weapons because the alternative is simply too great to bear," he said.

&nbsp;Comparing the Pakistani army chief Asim Munir to Islamic State terrorist Osama Bin Laden, Former Pentagon analyst Michael Rubin in a scathing statement said, "Asim Munir is Osama bin Laden in a suit."

'Bin Laden in suit': Ex-Pentagon official slams Pakistan Army Chief Munir for nuke threat, suggests THIS action against Islamabad

Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, on Sunday (Aug 10) slammed India over New Delhi's decision to put the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance, claiming that the move can potentially lead to the starvation of 250 million people. He also threatened to target any future Indian dams on the Indus River. Munir, who's on a US visit, also warned that Pakistan had no dearth of missiles and would obliterate any dams India decides to build on the river. He even made a nuclear threat against India and the world, saying, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pakistan-s-army-chief-makes-nuclear-threat-against-india-and-world-says-if-we-go-down-we-ll-take-half-the-world-down-with-us-1754874504447">"if we think we are going down, we'll take half the world down with us".</a><h2>Munir threatens India</h2>Speaking at a private black-tie dinner in Tampa hosted for businessman Adnan Asad, who serves as Pakistan's honorary consul in Tampa, Munir said Pakistan was a nuclear power and would use its arsenal if necessary. He also threatened to target any future Indian dams on the Indus River, saying India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty could put hundreds of millions at risk of starvation.&nbsp;&nbsp;Raking up the Indus Water Treaty issue, Munir slammed India and claimed that the suspension of the treaty could place 250 million people at risk of starvation. Following the Pahalgam terror attack, India had put the years-old treaty in abeyance, i.e., it has been temporarily suspended, not formally terminated.&nbsp;&nbsp;Watch | Pakistan suffers $14.4 MN loss after closing airspace to India<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-suffers-14-4-mn-loss-after-closing-airspace-to-india-1754837074932/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-suffers-14-4-mn-loss-after-closing-airspace-to-india-1754837074932/embed</a>&nbsp;He announced that Pakistan "will wait for India to build a dam, and when it does so, 10 missiles se faarigh kar denge (we will destroy it with 10 missiles)". Munir insisted that Pakistan has "no shortage of missiles" and would destroy Indian dams if built. "The Indus River is not the Indians' family property. Humein missilon ki kami nahi hai, al-Hamdulillah (we don't have a missile shortage, Praise be to God)," he said reportedly.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Munir's India tirade</h2>&nbsp;According to ThePrint, phones and recording devices were banned at the dinner. Recounting the Pakistani army chief's comments, later attendees said he made several references to India and the recent tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad. Referring to an earlier post, he said, "Ek tweet karwaya tha with Surah Fil and a picture of (the industrialist) Mukesh Ambani to show them what we will do the next time," he said. Surah Al-Fil (The Elephant) is the 105th chapter of the Quran, composed of 5 verses. It narrates the story of the "People of the Elephant" and how Allah protected the Ka'aba in Mecca from their attack. The surah describes how Allah sent flocks of birds carrying stones of baked clay, which destroyed the army of the elephant.&nbsp;"We'll start from India's East, where they have located their most valuable resources, and then move westwards," he announced. Using what he called a crude analogy, Munir added that “India is shining Mercedes coming on a highway like Ferrari, but we are a dump truck full of gravel. If the truck hits the car, who is going to be the loser?”&nbsp;

Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir has threatened to destroy any future Indian dams on the Indus River and warned of nuclear retaliation, claiming India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty could starve 250 million people. He claimed Pakistan had “no shortage of missiles.”

Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, on Sunday (Aug 10) slammed India over New Delhi's decision to put the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance, claiming that the move can potentially lead to the starvation of 250 million people. He also threatened to target any future Indian dams on the Indus River. Munir, who's on a US visit, also warned that Pakistan had no dearth of missiles and would obliterate any dams India decides to build on the river. He even made a nuclear threat against India and the world, saying, "if we think we are going down, we'll take half the world down with us". Munir threatens India Speaking at a private black-tie dinner in Tampa hosted for businessman Adnan Asad, who serves as Pakistan's honorary consul in Tampa, Munir said Pakistan was a nuclear power and would use its arsenal if necessary. He also threatened to target any future Indian dams on the Indus River, saying India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty could put hundreds of millions at risk of starvation. Raking up the Indus Water Treaty issue, Munir slammed India and claimed that the suspension of the treaty could place 250 million people at risk of starvation. Following the Pahalgam terror attack, India had put the years-old treaty in abeyance, i.e., it has been temporarily suspended, not formally terminated. Watch | Pakistan suffers $14.4 MN loss after closing airspace to India https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-suffers-14-4-mn-loss-after-closing-airspace-to-india-1754837074932/embed He announced that Pakistan "will wait for India to build a dam, and when it does so, 10 missiles se faarigh kar denge (we will destroy it with 10 missiles)". Munir insisted that Pakistan has "no shortage of missiles" and would destroy Indian dams if built. "The Indus River is not the Indians' family property. Humein missilon ki kami nahi hai, al-Hamdulillah (we don't have a missile shortage, Praise be to God)," he said reportedly. Munir's India tirade According to ThePrint, phones and recording devices were banned at the dinner. Recounting the Pakistani army chief's comments, later attendees said he made several references to India and the recent tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad. Referring to an earlier post, he said, "Ek tweet karwaya tha with Surah Fil and a picture of (the industrialist) Mukesh Ambani to show them what we will do the next time," he said. Surah Al-Fil (The Elephant) is the 105th chapter of the Quran, composed of 5 verses. It narrates the story of the "People of the Elephant" and how Allah protected the Ka'aba in Mecca from their attack. The surah describes how Allah sent flocks of birds carrying stones of baked clay, which destroyed the army of the elephant. "We'll start from India's East, where they have located their most valuable resources, and then move westwards," he announced. Using what he called a crude analogy, Munir added that “India is shining Mercedes coming on a highway like Ferrari, but we are a dump truck full of gravel. If the truck hits the car, who is going to be the loser?”

Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir has threatened to destroy any future Indian dams on the Indus River and warned of nuclear retaliation, claiming India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty could starve 250 million people. He claimed Pakistan had “no shortage of missiles.”

'No shortage of missiles': Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir threatens India over Indus waters, vows to obliterate any dam New Delhi builds

Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, on Sunday (Aug 10) made a nuclear threat against India and the world. During his ongoing visit to the United States, he warned that if his country were ever pushed to the brink in a conflict with India, it would "take half the world down" with it. Speaking at a private black-tie dinner in Tampa hosted for businessman Adnan Asad, Munir said Pakistan is a nuclear power and would use its arsenal if necessary. He also threatened to target any future Indian dams on the Indus River, saying India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty could put hundreds of millions at risk of starvation.&nbsp;<h2>Pakistan will take down "half the world"</h2>Munir, as quoted by ThePrint, noted that Pakistan was a nuclear nation and said, "if we think we are going down, we'll take half the world down with us".&nbsp;Speaking at the dinner he hosted for Adnan Asad, who serves as Pakistan's honorary consul in Tampa, he also raked up the Indus Water Treaty issue. According to ThePrint, phones and recording devices were banned at the dinner, and the Pakistani army chief's comments were later recounted by attendees.&nbsp;Watch | Pakistan suffers $14.4 MN loss after closing airspace to India<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-suffers-14-4-mn-loss-after-closing-airspace-to-india-1754837074932/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-suffers-14-4-mn-loss-after-closing-airspace-to-india-1754837074932/embed</a><h2>Munir's India tirade</h2>&nbsp;The Pakistani army chief, as per the report, made several references to India and the recent tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad. Referring to an earlier post, he said, "Ek tweet karwaya tha with Surah Fil and a picture of (the industrialist) Mukesh Ambani to show them what we will do the next time," he said. Surah Al-Fil (The Elephant) is the 105th chapter of the Quran, composed of 5 verses. It narrates the story of the "People of the Elephant" and how Allah protected the Ka'aba in Mecca from their attack. The surah describes how Allah sent flocks of birds carrying stones of baked clay, which destroyed the army of the elephant.&nbsp;"We'll start from India's East, where they have located their most valuable resources, and then move westwards," he announced. Using what he called a crude analogy, Munir added that "India is shining Mercedes coming on a highway like Ferrari, but we are a dump truck full of gravel. If the truck hits the car, who is going to be the loser?"&nbsp;The army chief also poked at India's recent trade disputes with the US and joked about Pakistan's diplomatic balancing skills, even saying his country nominated Donald Trump for the Nobel Prize. "The real reason for our success is that we are not misers. If someone does good work, we praise and appreciate them. That is why we nominated President Donald Trump for the Nobel Prize," he said.&nbsp;Munir was in Tampa for the change of command at US Central Command, meeting with US military leaders, including Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine. This was Munir’s second trip to the US since clashes with India in Operation Sindoor. His visit included a private lunch with Trump, after which the two announced expanded cooperation, including an oil deal.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Pakistan army chief Asim Munir, during a US visit, threatened nuclear retaliation against India, saying his country will “take half the world down.” He also vowed to destroy future Indian dams on the Indus while making multiple provocative remarks about India.

Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, on Sunday (Aug 10) made a nuclear threat against India and the world. During his ongoing visit to the United States, he warned that if his country were ever pushed to the brink in a conflict with India, it would "take half the world down" with it. Speaking at a private black-tie dinner in Tampa hosted for businessman Adnan Asad, Munir said Pakistan is a nuclear power and would use its arsenal if necessary. He also threatened to target any future Indian dams on the Indus River, saying India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty could put hundreds of millions at risk of starvation. Pakistan will take down "half the world" Munir, as quoted by ThePrint, noted that Pakistan was a nuclear nation and said, "if we think we are going down, we'll take half the world down with us". Speaking at the dinner he hosted for Adnan Asad, who serves as Pakistan's honorary consul in Tampa, he also raked up the Indus Water Treaty issue. According to ThePrint, phones and recording devices were banned at the dinner, and the Pakistani army chief's comments were later recounted by attendees. Watch | Pakistan suffers $14.4 MN loss after closing airspace to India https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-suffers-14-4-mn-loss-after-closing-airspace-to-india-1754837074932/embed Munir's India tirade The Pakistani army chief, as per the report, made several references to India and the recent tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad. Referring to an earlier post, he said, "Ek tweet karwaya tha with Surah Fil and a picture of (the industrialist) Mukesh Ambani to show them what we will do the next time," he said. Surah Al-Fil (The Elephant) is the 105th chapter of the Quran, composed of 5 verses. It narrates the story of the "People of the Elephant" and how Allah protected the Ka'aba in Mecca from their attack. The surah describes how Allah sent flocks of birds carrying stones of baked clay, which destroyed the army of the elephant. "We'll start from India's East, where they have located their most valuable resources, and then move westwards," he announced. Using what he called a crude analogy, Munir added that "India is shining Mercedes coming on a highway like Ferrari, but we are a dump truck full of gravel. If the truck hits the car, who is going to be the loser?" The army chief also poked at India's recent trade disputes with the US and joked about Pakistan's diplomatic balancing skills, even saying his country nominated Donald Trump for the Nobel Prize. "The real reason for our success is that we are not misers. If someone does good work, we praise and appreciate them. That is why we nominated President Donald Trump for the Nobel Prize," he said. Munir was in Tampa for the change of command at US Central Command, meeting with US military leaders, including Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine. This was Munir’s second trip to the US since clashes with India in Operation Sindoor. His visit included a private lunch with Trump, after which the two announced expanded cooperation, including an oil deal.

Pakistan army chief Asim Munir, during a US visit, threatened nuclear retaliation against India, saying his country will “take half the world down.” He also vowed to destroy future Indian dams on the Indus while making multiple provocative remarks about India.

Pakistan army chief makes nuclear threat against India and world, says 'if we go down, we'll take half the world down with us'

In a major breakthrough against narco-terrorism, the Counter-Intelligence wing of Amritsar has successfully dismantled a cross-border heroin smuggling module, apprehending four key operatives with direct links to a Pakistan-based smuggler, the Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab said on Saturday. The intelligence-led operation, conducted near the Indo-Pak border in Attari, led to the recovery of 4 kilograms of heroin. According to a post from Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav, “The accused had retrieved a heroin consignment near the #Indo-#Pak border in #Attari and were enroute to deliver it when they were intercepted.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">In a major intelligence-led operation, Counter Intelligence - <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Amritsar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Amritsar</a> busts a cross-border heroin smuggling module and apprehends four key operatives with direct links to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pakistan</a>-based smuggler. The accused had retrieved a heroin consignment near the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Indo?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Indo</a>-<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pak?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pak</a> border in… <a href="https://t.co/4VpQsBNICp">pic.twitter.com/4VpQsBNICp</a>&mdash; DGP Punjab Police (@DGPPunjabPolice) <a href="https://twitter.com/DGPPunjabPolice/status/1949018590360780891?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

"A case is being registered, and further investigation is underway to trace the full network, including forward and backwards linkages. PunjabPolice remains committed to dismantling cross-border drug syndicates and protecting Punjab from the grip of narco-terrorism," the DGP said. Earlier on Friday, in a major strike against cross-border narco-smuggling, the Amritsar Police Commissionerate busted a well-organised heroin trafficking cartel with direct links to Pakistan-based smugglers, as per officials. In a post on social media X, the DGP, Punjab Police, wrote that the key accused, identified as Sarbjit aka Joban, was in direct contact with a notorious smuggler identified as Rana across the border, and had been arrested along with a juvenile, with one kilogram of heroin recovered from them. The DGP further mentioned that the two more smugglers, identified as Dharam Singh and Kulbr Singh, had been arrested along with five kilograms of heroin. "In a major strike against cross-border narco-smuggling, Commissionerate Police Amritsar busts a well-organised heroin trafficking cartel with direct links to #Pakistan-based smugglers. Key accused Sarbjit @ Joban, operating from a border-area village, is in direct contact with notorious smuggler Rana across the border. He is arrested along with a juvenile, with 1 kg of heroin recovered from them. His interrogation led to the arrest of two more smugglers -- Dharam Singh and Kulbir Singh -- from Ajnala, with over 5 kg of heroin seized. Total Recovery: 6.106 Kg Heroin, 2 Motorcycles," the post read. A First Information Report (FIR) was registered under relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. "FIRs registered at PS Airport and PS Chheharta under relevant sections of the NDPS Act.@PunjabPoliceInd remains firm in its resolve to dismantle narco networks and safeguard the future of Punjab's youth," the post further stated.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The intelligence-led operation, conducted near the Indo-Pak border in Attari, led to the recovery of 4 kilograms of heroin.

In a major breakthrough against narco-terrorism, the Counter-Intelligence wing of Amritsar has successfully dismantled a cross-border heroin smuggling module, apprehending four key operatives with direct links to a Pakistan-based smuggler, the Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab said on Saturday. The intelligence-led operation, conducted near the Indo-Pak border in Attari, led to the recovery of 4 kilograms of heroin. According to a post from Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav, “The accused had retrieved a heroin consignment near the #Indo-#Pak border in #Attari and were enroute to deliver it when they were intercepted.”

The intelligence-led operation, conducted near the Indo-Pak border in Attari, led to the recovery of 4 kilograms of heroin.

Punjab police bust cross-border heroin smuggling module, four held with Pakistan links

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday compared Congress MP Rahul Gandhi with Pakistan army chief Asim Munir, claiming the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha peddles&nbsp;India's estranged neighbour's narrative more consistently than the general himself. The party claimed Rahul Gandhi is doubtful about India's victory in Operation Sindoor against Islamabad.&nbsp;"Rahul Gandhi doubts the victory of our forces in Operation Sindoor! Pakistan should thank Rahul Gandhi for being more consistent in peddling the Pakistani narrative than Asim Munir!" BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari wrote on X.&nbsp;Pradeep Bhandari was reacting to Rahul Gandhi's scepticism over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statements regarding Operation Sindoor. He accused the government of ruining India's foreign policy and claimed no foreign partners supported New Delhi.&nbsp;The Congress MP also referred to Donald Trump's oft-repeated claim that it was the US that brokered a peace understanding between India and Pakistan, claiming something was "fishy".&nbsp;"They have said that there will be discussions on Operation Sindoor after the PM returns. There will be a discussion...But there are ongoing statements by PM Modi. On one hand, he claims Operation Sindoor is still ongoing, but on the other hand, he states that we have achieved victory. Trump, on the other hand, is saying he was the one who brokered peace and paused Operation Sindoor. He has said it 25 times. Kuch n kuch to dal mein kaala hai (Something is fishy) ... They have ruined our foreign policy. No one supported us," he told reporters.&nbsp;He also accused PM Modi of being silent on Donald Trump's ceasefire claims.&nbsp;"How can the Prime Minister give a statement? Kya bolenge PM, ki Trump ne karwaya hai? (What will he say? That Trump has announced it? He can't say it, but it is the truth. The entire world knows that Trump has announced a ceasefire. We can't hide from reality," Gandhi told reporters.&nbsp;India destroyed nine terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in May, in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir, mostly tourists. The ceasefire understanding was achieved after the four-day-long conflict, hours after New Delhi attacked Pakistani air bases deep inside the country.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday compared Congress MP Rahul Gandhi with Pakistan army chief Asim Munir, claiming the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha peddles India's estranged neighbour's narrative more consistently than the general himself. 

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday compared Congress MP Rahul Gandhi with Pakistan army chief Asim Munir, claiming the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha peddles India's estranged neighbour's narrative more consistently than the general himself. The party claimed Rahul Gandhi is doubtful about India's victory in Operation Sindoor against Islamabad. "Rahul Gandhi doubts the victory of our forces in Operation Sindoor! Pakistan should thank Rahul Gandhi for being more consistent in peddling the Pakistani narrative than Asim Munir!" BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari wrote on X. Pradeep Bhandari was reacting to Rahul Gandhi's scepticism over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statements regarding Operation Sindoor. He accused the government of ruining India's foreign policy and claimed no foreign partners supported New Delhi. The Congress MP also referred to Donald Trump's oft-repeated claim that it was the US that brokered a peace understanding between India and Pakistan, claiming something was "fishy". "They have said that there will be discussions on Operation Sindoor after the PM returns. There will be a discussion...But there are ongoing statements by PM Modi. On one hand, he claims Operation Sindoor is still ongoing, but on the other hand, he states that we have achieved victory. Trump, on the other hand, is saying he was the one who brokered peace and paused Operation Sindoor. He has said it 25 times. Kuch n kuch to dal mein kaala hai (Something is fishy) ... They have ruined our foreign policy. No one supported us," he told reporters. He also accused PM Modi of being silent on Donald Trump's ceasefire claims. "How can the Prime Minister give a statement? Kya bolenge PM, ki Trump ne karwaya hai? (What will he say? That Trump has announced it? He can't say it, but it is the truth. The entire world knows that Trump has announced a ceasefire. We can't hide from reality," Gandhi told reporters. India destroyed nine terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in May, in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir, mostly tourists. The ceasefire understanding was achieved after the four-day-long conflict, hours after New Delhi attacked Pakistani air bases deep inside the country.

Operation Sindoor: The BJP was reacting to Rahul Gandhi's scepticism over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statements.

BJP compares Rahul Gandhi with Pakistan's Asim Munir: 'Peddling narrative of...'

Attempts to rake Kashmir at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Monday, under the chairmanship of Pakistan's foreign minister Ishaq Dar, fell flat. The effort met with little traction, as only Türkiye mentioned Kashmir, while major powers and permanent members of the council – the United States, China, Russia, France, and the United Kingdom – refrained from directly referring to it.Pakistan is a non-permanent member of the UNSC for a 2-year term, ending in December of next year, and for the current month is the chair of the council. Under its chairmanship, it is holding two open debates, one of which took place on Monday under the theme “Promoting International Peace and Security through Multilateralism and the Peaceful Settlement of Disputes.” Pakistan is expected to hold another open debate this week.During his opening address, Foreign Minister Dar not only raised Kashmir but also India's decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty. The treaty was put in "abeyance" by India after the April Pahalgam terror attack by Pakistan-trained terrorists. Dar said, "Jammu and Kashmir remains one of the oldest disputes on the agenda of the UN Security Council....", adding that the Indus water treaty has "withstood periods of trials and tribulations in bilateral relations...".India was quick to dismiss the Pakistani comments. Pointing to India's "zero tolerance for terrorism" India's Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, said, “it ill behoves a member of the Council to offer homilies while indulging in practices that are unacceptable to the international community.”India’s position on Kashmir has long rested on the 1972 Simla Agreement and the 1999 Lahore Declaration, both of which mandate bilateral resolution of disputes between the two nations. Pakistan’s repeated attempts to raise Kashmir at the UNSC have historically faltered, as most council members view it as a bilateral matter. Monday’s debate was no exception, with Pakistan’s agenda failing to gain momentum beyond Türkiye’s endorsement.The Turkish diplomat at the meeting said, "In South Asia, the Kashmir issue remains one of the longest-standing unresolved international disputes and obstructs Pakistan-India relations to the extent of triggering military clashes. We firmly support a just and lasting resolution through constructive dialogue between the parties". The Turkish stance comes amid Erdogan's support for Islamabad during the May conflict, including the usage of Turkish drones against India.<h2>India counters US claims at UNSC</h2>"US leadership delivers de-escalations...between India and Pakistan", the US diplomat said at the UNSC meeting, restating Trump's comments. US President Trump has been claiming that he was responsible for the ceasefire understanding between India and Pakistan during the May conflict, something that Delhi has dismissed several times.India's ambassador to the UN dismissed the US claims at UNSC. He said India launched Operation Sindoor targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), "which was focused, measured, and non-escalatory in nature" and on "achieving its primary objectives, a cessation of military activities was directly concluded at the request of Pakistan."

Pakistan’s repeated attempts to raise Kashmir at the UNSC have historically faltered, as most council members view it as a bilateral matter. Monday’s debate was no exception, with Pakistan’s agenda failing to gain momentum beyond Türkiye’s endorsement.

Attempts to rake Kashmir at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Monday, under the chairmanship of Pakistan's foreign minister Ishaq Dar, fell flat. The effort met with little traction, as only Türkiye mentioned Kashmir, while major powers and permanent members of the council – the United States, China, Russia, France, and the United Kingdom – refrained from directly referring to it. Pakistan is a non-permanent member of the UNSC for a 2-year term, ending in December of next year, and for the current month is the chair of the council. Under its chairmanship, it is holding two open debates, one of which took place on Monday under the theme “Promoting International Peace and Security through Multilateralism and the Peaceful Settlement of Disputes.” Pakistan is expected to hold another open debate this week. During his opening address, Foreign Minister Dar not only raised Kashmir but also India's decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty. The treaty was put in "abeyance" by India after the April Pahalgam terror attack by Pakistan-trained terrorists. Dar said, "Jammu and Kashmir remains one of the oldest disputes on the agenda of the UN Security Council....", adding that the Indus water treaty has "withstood periods of trials and tribulations in bilateral relations...". India was quick to dismiss the Pakistani comments. Pointing to India's "zero tolerance for terrorism" India's Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, said, “it ill behoves a member of the Council to offer homilies while indulging in practices that are unacceptable to the international community.” India’s position on Kashmir has long rested on the 1972 Simla Agreement and the 1999 Lahore Declaration, both of which mandate bilateral resolution of disputes between the two nations. Pakistan’s repeated attempts to raise Kashmir at the UNSC have historically faltered, as most council members view it as a bilateral matter. Monday’s debate was no exception, with Pakistan’s agenda failing to gain momentum beyond Türkiye’s endorsement. The Turkish diplomat at the meeting said, "In South Asia, the Kashmir issue remains one of the longest-standing unresolved international disputes and obstructs Pakistan-India relations to the extent of triggering military clashes. We firmly support a just and lasting resolution through constructive dialogue between the parties". The Turkish stance comes amid Erdogan's support for Islamabad during the May conflict, including the usage of Turkish drones against India. India counters US claims at UNSC "US leadership delivers de-escalations...between India and Pakistan", the US diplomat said at the UNSC meeting, restating Trump's comments. US President Trump has been claiming that he was responsible for the ceasefire understanding between India and Pakistan during the May conflict, something that Delhi has dismissed several times. India's ambassador to the UN dismissed the US claims at UNSC. He said India launched Operation Sindoor targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), "which was focused, measured, and non-escalatory in nature" and on "achieving its primary objectives, a cessation of military activities was directly concluded at the request of Pakistan."

Pakistan’s repeated attempts to raise Kashmir at the UNSC have historically faltered, as most council members view it as a bilateral matter. Monday’s debate was no exception, with Pakistan’s agenda failing to gain momentum beyond Türkiye’s endorsement.

No takers for Kashmir during Pakistan FM Dar's chairmanship of UNSC

The Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, on Saturday (July 19) said that no power on the planet can dictate to the country how to handle its affairs. Dhankar suggested that people not be guided by the narratives outside. "Don't be guided by narratives outside. All decisions in this country as a sovereign nation are taken by its leadership. There is no power on the planet to dictate to India how to handle its affairs," he said while addressing the officer trainees of the Indian Defence Estates Service (IDES) 2024 batch at the Vice-President's Enclave. "We do live in a nation and nations that are a comity. We work in togetherness, we work in tandem. We have mutual respect, diplomatic dialogues, but at the end of the day, we are sovereign. We take our own decisions.Is it required to play every bad ball? Is it required to have wrestling sessions as to who said what?" the VP questioned.

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"One who scores good runs on the cricket pitch always leaves bad balls. They are tempting, but not to be attempted. And those who attempt, you have to have safe gloves of the wicket keeper and someone in the gully," Dhankar added.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/uttarkashi-chopper-hit-cable-during-emergency-landing-crashed-preliminary-probe-wion-1752986671619/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/uttarkashi-chopper-hit-cable-during-emergency-landing-crashed-preliminary-probe-wion-1752986671619/embed</a>&nbsp;The VP's remarks came after the opposition demanded a clarification from the BJP-led central government over US President Donald Trump's claims of brokering a "ceasefire" in the recent India and Pakistan conflict.&nbsp;Since the conflict between India and Pakistan was lightened following the Pahlagam terror attack, Trump has multiple times tried stealing the credit for a "ceasefire" between the two nations. The claim was consistently rejected by India. However, Pakistan had previously thanked the US president for brokering a "ceasefire" with India following Operation Sindoor.&nbsp;Earlier this week, Trump claimed that five fighter jets were shot down during clashes that took place in May. There has been no official confirmation or evidence supporting Trump’s specific claim regarding the downing of five aircraft. &nbsp;

Jagdeep Dhankar said that there is no power on the planet to dictate to India how to handle its affairs. The remarks came after the opposition demanded a clarification from the government over Donald Trump claims of brokering a ceasefire in the India-Pakistan conflict.

The Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, on Saturday (July 19) said that no power on the planet can dictate to the country how to handle its affairs. Dhankar suggested that people not be guided by the narratives outside. "Don't be guided by narratives outside. All decisions in this country as a sovereign nation are taken by its leadership. There is no power on the planet to dictate to India how to handle its affairs," he said while addressing the officer trainees of the Indian Defence Estates Service (IDES) 2024 batch at the Vice-President's Enclave. "We do live in a nation and nations that are a comity. We work in togetherness, we work in tandem. We have mutual respect, diplomatic dialogues, but at the end of the day, we are sovereign. We take our own decisions. Is it required to play every bad ball? Is it required to have wrestling sessions as to who said what?" the VP questioned.

Jagdeep Dhankar said, “There is no power on the planet to dictate to India how to handle its affairs.” The VP's remarks came after the opposition demanded a clarification from the government over Donald Trump's claims of brokering a "ceasefire" in India-Pakistan conflict.&nbsp;

‘NO POWER can dictate India’: Jagdeep Dhankhar's bold message after opposition seeks clarity on Trump’s claim over Pakistan ceasefire

The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday (Jun 26) said that India refused to sign the joint declaration at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting in China over concerns that terrorism was not included in the document. It added that the proposal was “not acceptable to one particular country,” which prevented the consensus required for adoption. Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who is on a two-day visit to China, did not sign the document as it “would have diluted India’s stand,” according to sources.&nbsp;During a press briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that Rajnath Singh reiterated India’s firm stance against terrorism. The defence minister also urged member countries to fight terrorism in “all its forms and manifestations.”&nbsp;“The Defence Minister participated in the defence ministers’ meeting of the SCO. This meeting happened over two days and has concluded. They could not adopt a joint statement. Certain member countries could not reach consensus on certain issues, and hence, the document could not be finalised. India wanted concerns and terrorism reflected in the document, which was not acceptable to one particular country, and therefore, the statement could not be adopted,” Jaiswal said.&nbsp;“The Defence Minister, in his address, called upon these 11 countries to come together to fight terrorism in all its forms and manifestations… He also reiterated the need to uphold that the perpetrators, organisers, financers, sponsors of reprehensible acts of terrorism, including cross-border terrorism, need to be held accountable and brought to justice,” he added.&nbsp;Another reason for India’s decision was the fact that the document did not the deadly Pahalgam terror attack that happened on April 22, but included reference to incidents in Pakistan.&nbsp;Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said at the SCO meeting that there should be no double standards on terrorism. He added that countries that support such acts must be called out. He further said that terrorism and peace cannot exist together.&nbsp;“I believe that the biggest challenges that we are facing in our region are related to peace, security and trust deficit. And the root cause of these problems is increasing radicalisation, extremism and terrorism,” he said.&nbsp;The defence minister also warned that terror groups are gaining access to weapons of mass destruction (WMDs). He said, “Peace and prosperity cannot co-exist with terrorism and proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMDs) in the hands of non-state actors and terror groups. Dealing with these challenges requires decisive action, and we must unite in our fight against these evils for our collective safety and security.”

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who is on a two-day visit to China, did not sign the document as it “would have diluted India’s stand,” according to sources.

The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday (Jun 26) said that India refused to sign the joint declaration at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting in China over concerns that terrorism was not included in the document. It added that the proposal was “not acceptable to one particular country,” which prevented the consensus required for adoption. Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who is on a two-day visit to China, did not sign the document as it “would have diluted India’s stand,” according to sources. During a press briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that Rajnath Singh reiterated India’s firm stance against terrorism. The defence minister also urged member countries to fight terrorism in “all its forms and manifestations.” “The Defence Minister participated in the defence ministers’ meeting of the SCO. This meeting happened over two days and has concluded. They could not adopt a joint statement. Certain member countries could not reach consensus on certain issues, and hence, the document could not be finalised. India wanted concerns and terrorism reflected in the document, which was not acceptable to one particular country, and therefore, the statement could not be adopted,” Jaiswal said. “The Defence Minister, in his address, called upon these 11 countries to come together to fight terrorism in all its forms and manifestations… He also reiterated the need to uphold that the perpetrators, organisers, financers, sponsors of reprehensible acts of terrorism, including cross-border terrorism, need to be held accountable and brought to justice,” he added. Another reason for India’s decision was the fact that the document did not the deadly Pahalgam terror attack that happened on April 22, but included reference to incidents in Pakistan. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said at the SCO meeting that there should be no double standards on terrorism. He added that countries that support such acts must be called out. He further said that terrorism and peace cannot exist together. “I believe that the biggest challenges that we are facing in our region are related to peace, security and trust deficit. And the root cause of these problems is increasing radicalisation, extremism and terrorism,” he said. The defence minister also warned that terror groups are gaining access to weapons of mass destruction (WMDs). He said, “Peace and prosperity cannot co-exist with terrorism and proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMDs) in the hands of non-state actors and terror groups. Dealing with these challenges requires decisive action, and we must unite in our fight against these evils for our collective safety and security.”

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who is on a two-day visit to China, did not sign the document as it “would have diluted India’s stand,” according to sources.

‘Concerns not acceptable to one particular country’: MEA reveals why India refused to sign SCO joint declaration

In light of the growing tension between India and Pakistan, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) on Tuesday (Jun 17) announced that this year no Sikh pilgrim group would travel to Pakistan for the annual observance of Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s death anniversary.Every year, the SGPC organises religious visits to various historic gurdwaras in Pakistan, including Gurdwara Dera Sahib in Lahore, where the 19th-century Sikh ruler’s samadhi (memorial) lies. This year’s trip, scheduled around the June 29 anniversary, has now been officially called off.<h2>What did the SGPC say?</h2>Speaking to ANI, SGPC official Harbhajan Singh Vakta explained that the decision has been taken in light of the rising tensions between India and Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, in which 25 civilians were killed by terrorists."Every year, the SGPC sends a group of Sikh pilgrims to Pakistan for religious visits. One of these visits is for Maharaja Ranjit Singh's death anniversary, which is observed there on June 29. This year, we sent a batch of passports to Delhi for clearance to go to Pakistan. But now, SGPC has decided not to send the group. Our secretary officially announced this decision yesterday. Due to the current situation between the two countries, the group will not be sent this time," Vakta said.He added that the SGPC will return the passports to applicants after June 20. "People can collect their passports from our travel department after that date," he said.This development comes amid rising diplomatic and security concerns as the terror attack and subsequent military actions along the border have strained bilateral relations, prompting tighter security protocols around cross-border travel.Last year, Pakistan issued 509 visas to Sikh pilgrims from India for the same occasion. A group of 317 devotees, led by SGPC member Khushvinder Singh Bhatia, had visited Lahore to pay their respects.Apart from Indian pilgrims, Gurdwara Dera Sahib and Kartarpur Sahib in Pakistan draw Sikh visitors from around the world each year. The decision to suspend this year's trip is likely to disappoint many in the community who consider these visits deeply spiritual.<h2>Who was Maharaja Ranjit Singh?</h2>Known as the "Sher-e-Punjab," Maharaja Ranjit Singh was born in Gujranwala, which is now in Pakistan, on November 13, 1780, and passed away in Lahore on June 27, 1839. He ruled the Sikh Empire for forty years.

Every year, the SGPC organises religious visits to various historic gurdwaras in Pakistan, including Gurdwara Dera Sahib in Lahore, where the 19th-century Sikh ruler’s samadhi (memorial) lies. This year’s trip, scheduled around the June 29 anniversary, has now been officially called off.

In light of the growing tension between India and Pakistan, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) on Tuesday (Jun 17) announced that this year no Sikh pilgrim group would travel to Pakistan for the annual observance of Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s death anniversary. Every year, the SGPC organises religious visits to various historic gurdwaras in Pakistan, including Gurdwara Dera Sahib in Lahore, where the 19th-century Sikh ruler’s samadhi (memorial) lies. This year’s trip, scheduled around the June 29 anniversary, has now been officially called off. What did the SGPC say? Speaking to ANI, SGPC official Harbhajan Singh Vakta explained that the decision has been taken in light of the rising tensions between India and Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, in which 25 civilians were killed by terrorists. "Every year, the SGPC sends a group of Sikh pilgrims to Pakistan for religious visits. One of these visits is for Maharaja Ranjit Singh's death anniversary, which is observed there on June 29. This year, we sent a batch of passports to Delhi for clearance to go to Pakistan. But now, SGPC has decided not to send the group. Our secretary officially announced this decision yesterday. Due to the current situation between the two countries, the group will not be sent this time," Vakta said. He added that the SGPC will return the passports to applicants after June 20. "People can collect their passports from our travel department after that date," he said. This development comes amid rising diplomatic and security concerns as the terror attack and subsequent military actions along the border have strained bilateral relations, prompting tighter security protocols around cross-border travel. Last year, Pakistan issued 509 visas to Sikh pilgrims from India for the same occasion. A group of 317 devotees, led by SGPC member Khushvinder Singh Bhatia, had visited Lahore to pay their respects. Apart from Indian pilgrims, Gurdwara Dera Sahib and Kartarpur Sahib in Pakistan draw Sikh visitors from around the world each year. The decision to suspend this year's trip is likely to disappoint many in the community who consider these visits deeply spiritual. Who was Maharaja Ranjit Singh? Known as the "Sher-e-Punjab," Maharaja Ranjit Singh was born in Gujranwala, which is now in Pakistan, on November 13, 1780, and passed away in Lahore on June 27, 1839. He ruled the Sikh Empire for forty years.

Every year, the SGPC organises religious visits to various historic gurdwaras in Pakistan, including Gurdwara Dera Sahib in Lahore, where the 19th-century Sikh ruler’s samadhi (memorial) lies. This year’s trip, scheduled around the June 29 anniversary, has now been officially called off.

India-Pakistan tensions: SGPC calls off this year's pilgrimage marking Maharaja Ranjit Singh's death anniversary

Al Qaeda’s Brigade 313 was the subject of a question to former Pakistani ambassador, bringing back interest in the shadowy terror group active for decades in the South Asian country. A Sky News journalist put Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Vice President Sherry Rehman on the defensive with a question on the group. Sherry Rehman, a former Pakistan envoy to the US, acknowledged the past activities of terrorists in the country. But the truth is, Brigade 313, which is basically al Qaeda's operational wing, is still active in the region, including in India.&nbsp;So, what is the Brigade 313? Here is what you probably didn't know.<h2> Brigade 313: Pakistan-based military arm of Al Qaeda in the region</h2> Brigade 313 is the key operational unit under Al Qaeda’s Lashkar al-Zil or Shadow Army, which oversees its terror activities along the Afghan-Pakistani border and across the border into India.&nbsp;Rather than a singular entity, it is a loose coalition of terrorists from various jihadist groups and includes former Pakistani soldiers and intelligence officials.&nbsp;Its activities have been reported from Pakistan’s Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), Balochistan, as well as the cities of Karachi and Lahore. It is also known to outsource its operations to rebranded groups like the Resistance Front (TRF) and People’s Anti-Fascist Front (PAFF) which are active in India's Jaummu and Kashmir.It should be noted that TRF, an offshoot of LeT, was behind the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22.&nbsp;<h2>Why is it called Brigade 313?</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Formed in the early 2000s, the group is named after the 313 companions who fought alongside the Prophet Muhammad during the Battle of Badr. Brigade 313 draws its members from various jihadist groups such as the Taliban, Lashkar-e-Jhangvi, Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HUJI), Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Jundallah. Ideologically, Brigade 313 follows al Qaeda’s Salafi-jihadist view, and concentrates mainly on attacing US and Pakistani state assets. It is seen as supporting al Qaeda’s broader strategy for Afghanistan, India, and beyond. &nbsp;<h2>Who are the leaders of &nbsp;Brigade 313?</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>Ilyas Kashmiri, a former Pakistani Special Services Group commando, was the founding leader of Brigade 313. A senior commander of al Qaeda, he also led Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HUJI) and was a key figure of al Qaeda’s Lashkar al-Zil.&nbsp;Designated a terrorist by the US in 2010 and added to the UN’s 1267 Committee list, Kashmiri organised attacks in Pakistan, Afghanistan, India, and Bangladesh.&nbsp;He was involved in the 2009 Najibullah Zazi suicide attack plan in New York City, and the Jyllands-Posten newspaper attack plot in Denmark over its publication of Prophet Muhammad cartoons. &nbsp;Kashmiri was reportedly killed in a US drone strike in Wana, South Waziristan, in June 2011. But his death is shrouded in mystery, given his links to Pakistan’s spy agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).&nbsp;Since Kashmiri's exit, Shah Sahib became the leader of Brigade 313. Under the newly revamped Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), the group continued to conduct attacks, which were often outsourced to other jihadist groups.<h2> From assassinations to suicide attacks: Brigade 313 terror trail</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>Over the past two decades, Brigade 313 conducted several attacks in coordination with other terror groups, even as it maintained a low profile. These attacks took place in Pakistan, Afghanistan and India.&nbsp;These included the failed assassination attempt in 2003 on the then-president Pervez Musharraf.Kashmiri, who was involved in the attack, was held by Pakistani authorities but was released in February 2004, apparently due to his ISI links.&nbsp;In 2008, Brigade 313 was involved in the assassination of Maj Gen Faisal Alvi, a retired Pakistani SSG commander. Alvi was reportedly killed after threatening to expose Pakistani officials’ ties to the Taliban.&nbsp;Among the most dastardly attacks of Brigade 313 was the 2009 assault on Army General Headquarters in Rawalpindi that killed at least 17.&nbsp;The same year, it carried out a suicide attack targeting government and security installations in Khost province of Afghanistan.&nbsp;In 2011, to avenge the killing of al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden, the group attacked a Pakistani Navy base in Karachi. The attack and hostage-taking led to 14 deaths.&nbsp;<h2>Brigade 313 and Pakistani military-intelligence links</h2>&nbsp;It has been reported that Brigade 313 has ties to Pakistan’s military and intelligence services.It has a certain amount of sophistication in operations, having launched its own website, which included a forum and blog for propaganda, statements and recruitment. Brigade 313 has promoted, aided, abetted and orchestrated attacks by other terror groups like HUJI, Lashkar-e-Jhangvi, Jundallah, and the Taliban. It is thought to be continuing its operations while keeping a low profile, and operating across Pakistan states borders with Afghanistan and India.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Brigade 313 is the key operational unit under Al Qaeda’s Lashkar al-Zil or Shadow Army, which oversees its terror activities along the Afghan-Pakistani border and across the border into India.



Al Qaeda’s Brigade 313 was the subject of a question to former Pakistani ambassador, bringing back interest in the shadowy terror group active for decades in the South Asian country. A Sky News journalist put Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Vice President Sherry Rehman on the defensive with a question on the group. Sherry Rehman, a former Pakistan envoy to the US, acknowledged the past activities of terrorists in the country. But the truth is, Brigade 313, which is basically al Qaeda's operational wing, is still active in the region, including in India. So, what is the Brigade 313? Here is what you probably didn't know. Brigade 313: Pakistan-based military arm of Al Qaeda in the region Brigade 313 is the key operational unit under Al Qaeda’s Lashkar al-Zil or Shadow Army, which oversees its terror activities along the Afghan-Pakistani border and across the border into India. Rather than a singular entity, it is a loose coalition of terrorists from various jihadist groups and includes former Pakistani soldiers and intelligence officials. Its activities have been reported from Pakistan’s Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), Balochistan, as well as the cities of Karachi and Lahore. It is also known to outsource its operations to rebranded groups like the Resistance Front (TRF) and People’s Anti-Fascist Front (PAFF) which are active in India's Jaummu and Kashmir. It should be noted that TRF, an offshoot of LeT, was behind the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22. Why is it called Brigade 313? Formed in the early 2000s, the group is named after the 313 companions who fought alongside the Prophet Muhammad during the Battle of Badr. Brigade 313 draws its members from various jihadist groups such as the Taliban, Lashkar-e-Jhangvi, Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HUJI), Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Jundallah. Ideologically, Brigade 313 follows al Qaeda’s Salafi-jihadist view, and concentrates mainly on attacing US and Pakistani state assets. It is seen as supporting al Qaeda’s broader strategy for Afghanistan, India, and beyond. Who are the leaders of Brigade 313? Ilyas Kashmiri, a former Pakistani Special Services Group commando, was the founding leader of Brigade 313. A senior commander of al Qaeda, he also led Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HUJI) and was a key figure of al Qaeda’s Lashkar al-Zil. Designated a terrorist by the US in 2010 and added to the UN’s 1267 Committee list, Kashmiri organised attacks in Pakistan, Afghanistan, India, and Bangladesh. He was involved in the 2009 Najibullah Zazi suicide attack plan in New York City, and the Jyllands-Posten newspaper attack plot in Denmark over its publication of Prophet Muhammad cartoons. Kashmiri was reportedly killed in a US drone strike in Wana, South Waziristan, in June 2011. But his death is shrouded in mystery, given his links to Pakistan’s spy agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). Since Kashmiri's exit, Shah Sahib became the leader of Brigade 313. Under the newly revamped Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), the group continued to conduct attacks, which were often outsourced to other jihadist groups. From assassinations to suicide attacks: Brigade 313 terror trail Over the past two decades, Brigade 313 conducted several attacks in coordination with other terror groups, even as it maintained a low profile. These attacks took place in Pakistan, Afghanistan and India. These included the failed assassination attempt in 2003 on the then-president Pervez Musharraf. Kashmiri, who was involved in the attack, was held by Pakistani authorities but was released in February 2004, apparently due to his ISI links. In 2008, Brigade 313 was involved in the assassination of Maj Gen Faisal Alvi, a retired Pakistani SSG commander. Alvi was reportedly killed after threatening to expose Pakistani officials’ ties to the Taliban. Among the most dastardly attacks of Brigade 313 was the 2009 assault on Army General Headquarters in Rawalpindi that killed at least 17. The same year, it carried out a suicide attack targeting government and security installations in Khost province of Afghanistan. In 2011, to avenge the killing of al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden, the group attacked a Pakistani Navy base in Karachi. The attack and hostage-taking led to 14 deaths. Brigade 313 and Pakistani military-intelligence links It has been reported that Brigade 313 has ties to Pakistan’s military and intelligence services. It has a certain amount of sophistication in operations, having launched its own website, which included a forum and blog for propaganda, statements and recruitment. Brigade 313 has promoted, aided, abetted and orchestrated attacks by other terror groups like HUJI, Lashkar-e-Jhangvi, Jundallah, and the Taliban. It is thought to be continuing its operations while keeping a low profile, and operating across Pakistan states borders with Afghanistan and India.

The truth is, Brigade 313, which is basically al Qaeda's operational wing, is still active in the region, including in India, where it is linked to terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;

Al Qaeda’s Brigade 313: Shadowy terror group in Pakistan linked to Kashmir attacks, assassinations and more | What you didn't know

Indian all-party delegation, led by Shashi Tharoor, is in the US after Brazil. In the Operation Sindoor outreach, they are highlighting Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, which has impacted the world at large. Despite having terror outfits linked to the country on the US Office of Foreign Assets Control's sanctions list, Pakistan set to chair the Taliban Sanctions Committee of the UNSC and serve as vice-chair of the Counter-Terrorism Committee.&nbsp;Highlighting this situation, former Ambassador of India to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu said, "It also implies how seriously Pakistan will take terrorism, especially when such a responsible position they are given. A very high-power parliamentary delegation led by Mr. Bhutto is here - how much authority and power the Generals or Marshal side has given to them? There is a larger geopolitical play. I don't think anybody needs to be explained that Pakistan is the front for China, and I think the US policy makers need to be conscious of that."&nbsp;He continued, "Three important aspects which US policy makers should focus on, firstly, on terrorism, what kind of impact it has had on the United States? It is stated that the Pakistan Army is in full control of Pakistan. Therefore, terrorism must be curbed there. It cannot be part of or an instrument of foreign policy. The United States policymakers need to be focused on, because terrorism in the past has hit the United States, it can hit in the future. The second part is on democracy. We have seen that whenever there is pressure on the Pakistan Army, it finds a convenient way of creating tensions within India."&nbsp;"Mr (Bilawal) Bhutto should be looking very seriously at curbing terrorism in Pakistan if he can, if the Field Marshal allows him or maybe tomorrow's Super Field Marshal," he added&nbsp;

Pakistan set to chair the Taliban Sanctions Committee of the UNSC, former Ambassador of India to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu said, “It also implies how seriously Pakistan will take terrorism, especially when such a responsible position they are given.”

Indian all-party delegation, led by Shashi Tharoor, is in the US after Brazil. In the Operation Sindoor outreach, they are highlighting Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, which has impacted the world at large. Despite having terror outfits linked to the country on the US Office of Foreign Assets Control's sanctions list, Pakistan set to chair the Taliban Sanctions Committee of the UNSC and serve as vice-chair of the Counter-Terrorism Committee. Highlighting this situation, former Ambassador of India to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu said, "It also implies how seriously Pakistan will take terrorism, especially when such a responsible position they are given. A very high-power parliamentary delegation led by Mr. Bhutto is here - how much authority and power the Generals or Marshal side has given to them? There is a larger geopolitical play. I don't think anybody needs to be explained that Pakistan is the front for China, and I think the US policy makers need to be conscious of that." He continued, "Three important aspects which US policy makers should focus on, firstly, on terrorism, what kind of impact it has had on the United States? It is stated that the Pakistan Army is in full control of Pakistan. Therefore, terrorism must be curbed there. It cannot be part of or an instrument of foreign policy. The United States policymakers need to be focused on, because terrorism in the past has hit the United States, it can hit in the future. The second part is on democracy. We have seen that whenever there is pressure on the Pakistan Army, it finds a convenient way of creating tensions within India." "Mr (Bilawal) Bhutto should be looking very seriously at curbing terrorism in Pakistan if he can, if the Field Marshal allows him or maybe tomorrow's Super Field Marshal," he added

Pakistan set to chair the Taliban Sanctions Committee of the UNSC, former Ambassador of India to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu said, “It also implies how seriously Pakistan will take terrorism, especially when such a responsible position they are given.”

Pakistan is the front for China, US policy makers must be conscious, says former Indian envoy Taranjit Singh Sandhu

BrahMos, India's &nbsp;supersonic cruise missile system that was at the center during Operation Sindoor, is back in discussioin after Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the Indian Army used the missile while targeting nine terror sites on May 7 in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan.&nbsp;"On the night of May 9-10, we decided to respond in a measured fashion to Indian aggression. Our armed forces were prepared to act at 4.30 in the morning after Fajr prayers to teach a lesson. But before that hour even arrived, India once again launched a missile attack using BrahMos, and hit various provinces of Pakistan, including the airport in Rawalpindi," Pakistani PM said during his visit to Azerbaijan.&nbsp;What is BrahMos?&nbsp;BrahMos is a long-range missile known for its high accuracy. The missile works on the principle of 'Fire and Forget'. Its destructive power is enhanced due to the large kinetic energy on impact.&nbsp;Specifications of the missile&nbsp;BrahMos Capabilities:Range: Over 450 km (extended range variants up to 800 km reportedly tested) Speed: Supersonic (Mach 2.8–3.0), making interception highly difficult Launch Platform: Air, land, sea, and submarine capable - the ALCM version is launched from Su-30MKI Accuracy: Near pinpoint precision with advanced guidance and navigation Payload: High-explosive warhead (200–300 kg), ideal for hardened targets&nbsp;Compared to existing state-of-the-art subsonic cruise missiles, BrahMos has:3 times more velocity 2.5 to 3 times more flight range 3 to 4 times more seeker range 9 times more kinetic energy Other plans with BrahMos&nbsp;1. India is producing an extended-range version of a BrahMos missile with an 800-kilometre strike envelope.2. A submarine-launched variant of the missile is all set to be tested once again.3. India is also developing a miniature &nbsp;lighter BrahMos for Rafale and other fighter types.4. A hypersonic BrahMos is also under process.5. After Indian delivered BrahMos to Philippines, several other countries like Vietnam and Middle Eastern nations have also expressed their interest in the missile.&nbsp;

BrahMos: After Operation Sindoor's success, these are India's plans for 'fire and forget' missile


BrahMos, India's supersonic cruise missile system that was at the center during Operation Sindoor, is back in discussioin after Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the Indian Army used the missile while targeting nine terror sites on May 7 in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan. "On the night of May 9-10, we decided to respond in a measured fashion to Indian aggression. Our armed forces were prepared to act at 4.30 in the morning after Fajr prayers to teach a lesson. But before that hour even arrived, India once again launched a missile attack using BrahMos, and hit various provinces of Pakistan, including the airport in Rawalpindi," Pakistani PM said during his visit to Azerbaijan. What is BrahMos? BrahMos is a long-range missile known for its high accuracy. The missile works on the principle of 'Fire and Forget'. Its destructive power is enhanced due to the large kinetic energy on impact. Specifications of the missile BrahMos Capabilities: Range: Over 450 km (extended range variants up to 800 km reportedly tested) Speed: Supersonic (Mach 2.8–3.0), making interception highly difficult Launch Platform: Air, land, sea, and submarine capable - the ALCM version is launched from Su-30MKI Accuracy: Near pinpoint precision with advanced guidance and navigation Payload: High-explosive warhead (200–300 kg), ideal for hardened targets Compared to existing state-of-the-art subsonic cruise missiles, BrahMos has: 3 times more velocity 2.5 to 3 times more flight range 3 to 4 times more seeker range 9 times more kinetic energy Other plans with BrahMos 1. India is producing an extended-range version of a BrahMos missile with an 800-kilometre strike envelope. 2. A submarine-launched variant of the missile is all set to be tested once again. 3. India is also developing a miniature lighter BrahMos for Rafale and other fighter types. 4. A hypersonic BrahMos is also under process. 5. After Indian delivered BrahMos to Philippines, several other countries like Vietnam and Middle Eastern nations have also expressed their interest in the missile.

BrahMos is a long-range missile known for its high accuracy. The missile works on the principle of 'Fire and Forget'. Its destructive power is enhanced due to the large kinetic energy on impact.&nbsp;

BrahMos: After Operation Sindoor's success, these are India's plans for 'fire and forget' missile

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while gathering a pool of people in Gujarat on Tuesday (May 27), said that terrorists in Kashmir should have been dealt with in 1947 itself if Congress had considered the advice of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The Indian PM blamed the 1947 partition for the attack in Pahalgam on April 22 in which 26 people were killed.&nbsp;“When the Partition happened in 1947, the chains should have been cut at that time, but instead, the country was divided into three parts. Soon after, the first terrorist attack was reported in Kashmir, and Pakistan occupied one part of Kashmir," PM Modi said.&nbsp;“If we had killed these Mujahideens; if we had listened to Sardar Patel, he wanted the Army not to stop until we get back PoK,” Modi said.&nbsp;What was Sardar Patel's advice?&nbsp;Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, first Deputy Prime Minister and home minister of India, had argued in 1947 that the Indian Army should not cease its military actions until India reclaims Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). But, PM Modi said, Patel’s “counsel was ultimately disregarded".&nbsp;"In 1947, when Mother India was partitioned into three parts... that very night, the first terror attack occurred on the soil of Kashmir. One part of Mother India was forcibly taken over by Pakistan in the name of 'mujahideen'. On that day, those so-called mujahideen should have been thrown into the pit of death," the PM said.&nbsp;"And it was Sardar Patel's wish that until POK is taken back, the army should not stop. But Sardar Sahib’s words were not followed," PM Modi added.&nbsp;The PM said since Patel's advice was not followed, the bloodshed by these "mujahideen has been continuing for the last 75 years." He also said that the Pahalgam attack was "just a distorted form of the same."&nbsp;'What were his ideological forefathers doing in 1947?'&nbsp;Responding to PM Modi's statement, Congress leader Pawan Khera alleged that it was PM Modi's "ideological forefathers" who were critical of Patel.&nbsp;"He has no idea of history or basic democratic courtesy. What were his ideological forefathers doing in 1947? They were criticising Patel, burning his effigies, and making cartoons of Sardar Patel, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhas Chandra Bose, Mahatma Gandhi, the famous cartoon of Ravan with ten heads. Don’t take the PM seriously," Khera said.&nbsp; &nbsp;

'Terrorists should have been dealt with in 1947 but...': PM Modi says Sardar Patel's advice was IGNORED - Here's what he suggested

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while gathering a pool of people in Gujarat on Tuesday (May 27), said that terrorists in Kashmir should have been dealt with in 1947 itself if Congress had considered the advice of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The Indian PM blamed the 1947 partition for the attack in Pahalgam on April 22 in which 26 people were killed. “When the Partition happened in 1947, the chains should have been cut at that time, but instead, the country was divided into three parts. Soon after, the first terrorist attack was reported in Kashmir, and Pakistan occupied one part of Kashmir," PM Modi said. “If we had killed these Mujahideens; if we had listened to Sardar Patel, he wanted the Army not to stop until we get back PoK,” Modi said. What was Sardar Patel's advice? Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, first Deputy Prime Minister and home minister of India, had argued in 1947 that the Indian Army should not cease its military actions until India reclaims Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). But, PM Modi said, Patel’s “counsel was ultimately disregarded". "In 1947, when Mother India was partitioned into three parts... that very night, the first terror attack occurred on the soil of Kashmir. One part of Mother India was forcibly taken over by Pakistan in the name of 'mujahideen'. On that day, those so-called mujahideen should have been thrown into the pit of death," the PM said. "And it was Sardar Patel's wish that until POK is taken back, the army should not stop. But Sardar Sahib’s words were not followed," PM Modi added. The PM said since Patel's advice was not followed, the bloodshed by these "mujahideen has been continuing for the last 75 years." He also said that the Pahalgam attack was "just a distorted form of the same." 'What were his ideological forefathers doing in 1947?' Responding to PM Modi's statement, Congress leader Pawan Khera alleged that it was PM Modi's "ideological forefathers" who were critical of Patel. "He has no idea of history or basic democratic courtesy. What were his ideological forefathers doing in 1947? They were criticising Patel, burning his effigies, and making cartoons of Sardar Patel, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhas Chandra Bose, Mahatma Gandhi, the famous cartoon of Ravan with ten heads. Don’t take the PM seriously," Khera said.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while gathering a pool of people in Gujarat on Tuesday (May 27), said that terrorists in Kashmir should have been dealt with in 1947 itself if Congress had considered the advice of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.&nbsp;

The Indian Army has released a booklet with fresh details on the success of Operation Sindoor against terror organisations in Pakistan. Under the operation, which was in retaliation to the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, India struck nine terror sites in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan. Apart from other crucial information in the booklet, the Army explained how India managed social media during the sensitive time when Pakistan-based outlets were busy spreading false claims against India.In the 16-paged document, the Army dedicated a section - 'OUR VETERANS OUR STRENGTH' for showcasing how Indian authorities used social media to debunk fake news and false claims.The page showed how veteran officials from the Indian Forces participated in various TV discussions and took the help of daily newspapers to keep citizens aware and updated. The booklet also showed how the Indian Army received multiple applications from various veterans to serve the nations during Operation Sindoor.The booklet also showed multiple fake checks by the Press Information Bureau (PIB) during the operation, where the organisation debunked numerous false claims against India.The Army showed in the booklet how pro-Pakistan accounts on the social media platform X surfaced an old video and claimed that an Indian fighter jet was shot down. The PIB swiftly rejected the false claim. During the entire operation, PIB was actively engaged in identifying and debunking false claims and fake news regarding the India-Pakistan tensions on the internet.Indian Army shares how air defence tracked and downed Pak drones and missilesThe Indian Army has released a booklet for its personnel on Operation Sindoor, with new details of the action by the Army, Navy and Air Force on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, followed by tackling the swarm drones and missiles launched by the enemy and hitting airbases deep inside Pakistani territory.&nbsp;

From PIB to veterans: How India managed social media, an integral part of modern-day warfare, during Operation Sindoor

The Indian Army has released a booklet with fresh details on the success of Operation Sindoor against terror organisations in Pakistan. Under the operation, which was in retaliation to the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, India struck nine terror sites in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan. Apart from other crucial information in the booklet, the Army explained how India managed social media during the sensitive time when Pakistan-based outlets were busy spreading false claims against India. In the 16-paged document, the Army dedicated a section - 'OUR VETERANS OUR STRENGTH' for showcasing how Indian authorities used social media to debunk fake news and false claims. The page showed how veteran officials from the Indian Forces participated in various TV discussions and took the help of daily newspapers to keep citizens aware and updated. The booklet also showed how the Indian Army received multiple applications from various veterans to serve the nations during Operation Sindoor. The booklet also showed multiple fake checks by the Press Information Bureau (PIB) during the operation, where the organisation debunked numerous false claims against India. The Army showed in the booklet how pro-Pakistan accounts on the social media platform X surfaced an old video and claimed that an Indian fighter jet was shot down. The PIB swiftly rejected the false claim. During the entire operation, PIB was actively engaged in identifying and debunking false claims and fake news regarding the India-Pakistan tensions on the internet. Indian Army shares how air defence tracked and downed Pak drones and missiles The Indian Army has released a booklet for its personnel on Operation Sindoor, with new details of the action by the Army, Navy and Air Force on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, followed by tackling the swarm drones and missiles launched by the enemy and hitting airbases deep inside Pakistani territory.

Under the operation, which was in retaliation to the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, India struck nine terror sites in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday warned Pakistan, saying that they have been put "on notice", adding that if it resorts to any misadventure in the future, the Indian armed forces will make sure to destroy the "terrorist state".During an address, Sinha assured people that there would be no discrimination between terrorists and their supporters."Their actions will be met with similar punishments," the lieutenant governor said while addressing the All J-K Jat Sabha.He further highlighted the valour of the armed forces and reaffirmed the government's resolve to completely rid Jammu and Kashmir of terrorism.“Pakistan is on notice. If it resorts to any misadventure in the future, our armed forces will make sure to destroy this terrorist state. I assure the people that there will be no discrimination between armed terrorists and their supporters and sympathisers. Their actions will be met with similar punishments,” he said.Sinha urged the Jat community and all other sections of society to strengthen their resolve and unite in the fight against the divisive forces threatening peace and social fabric in the country.“In these challenging times, your responsibility to uphold national unity is more crucial than ever,” Sinha said."I am proud that your devotion to the motherland has deepened the spirit of nationalism in the society," he added.This comes as Pakistan-backed terror group killed 26 people in Pahalgam on April 22. Following this, India launched Operation Sindoor on the night of May 7, hitting nine terror infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir.Sinha also paid homage to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack and those killed in Pakistani shelling between May 7 and 10 after India's Operation Sindoor.“The Government of India is committed to proper rehabilitation of the affected families,” he said.“We must celebrate our diversity and foster unity to defeat the adversary's nefarious designs. Our brave armed forces scripted a new saga of valour with Operation Sindoor," Sinha added.&nbsp;&nbsp;

During an address, Sinha assured people that there would be no discrimination between terrorists and their supporters.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday warned Pakistan, saying that they have been put "on notice", adding that if it resorts to any misadventure in the future, the Indian armed forces will make sure to destroy the "terrorist state". During an address, Sinha assured people that there would be no discrimination between terrorists and their supporters. "Their actions will be met with similar punishments," the lieutenant governor said while addressing the All J-K Jat Sabha. He further highlighted the valour of the armed forces and reaffirmed the government's resolve to completely rid Jammu and Kashmir of terrorism. “Pakistan is on notice. If it resorts to any misadventure in the future, our armed forces will make sure to destroy this terrorist state. I assure the people that there will be no discrimination between armed terrorists and their supporters and sympathisers. Their actions will be met with similar punishments,” he said. Sinha urged the Jat community and all other sections of society to strengthen their resolve and unite in the fight against the divisive forces threatening peace and social fabric in the country. “In these challenging times, your responsibility to uphold national unity is more crucial than ever,” Sinha said. "I am proud that your devotion to the motherland has deepened the spirit of nationalism in the society," he added. This comes as Pakistan-backed terror group killed 26 people in Pahalgam on April 22. Following this, India launched Operation Sindoor on the night of May 7, hitting nine terror infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir. Sinha also paid homage to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack and those killed in Pakistani shelling between May 7 and 10 after India's Operation Sindoor. “The Government of India is committed to proper rehabilitation of the affected families,” he said. “We must celebrate our diversity and foster unity to defeat the adversary's nefarious designs. Our brave armed forces scripted a new saga of valour with Operation Sindoor," Sinha added.

During an address, Sinha assured people that there would be no discrimination between terrorists and their supporters.

'Pakistan on notice, will destroy terror state if...': J&K LG Manoj Sinha warns Islamabad of 'similar punishments'

India and Pakistan have mutually extended the closure of their airspace to each other's aircraft till June 24. This was formalised by the Notices to Airmen (NOTAM). It continues the restriction that was implied in late April. The closure affects all aircraft registered and operated in both countries, including military flights.The new NOTAM issued by India reads, “Indian airspace not available for Pakistan registered Pakistan registered aircraft and aircraft operated/owned/ or leased by Pakistan airlines/operators, including military flights till June 24, 5.29 am (IST)”Similarly new NOTAM issued by Pakistan also states,"Pakistan airspace not available for Indian registered aircraft and aircraft operated/owned or leased by Indian airlines/operators, including military flights." The extended airspace restrictions have significant implications for Indian aircraft. Indian commercial aircraft that are coming from the west. Indian commercial airlines have to reroute, leading to increased fuel costs, longer flight durations, and increased air fares.However, the impact on Pakistan is not that high due to its limited international footprint. This development highlights the strain in India-Pakistan relations, which started from the Pahlgham terror attack of April 22. Subsequently, on April 24, Pakistan closed its airspace, and India did the same on April 30. These are the fresh order which restates the restrictions that were supposed to expire by May 24.&nbsp;&nbsp;

India prolongs its airspace closure for Pakistani aircraft until June 23, following reciprocal restrictions from Pakistan. The move signals ongoing tensions despite recent ceasefire efforts, impacting international flight routes and airline operations.

India and Pakistan have mutually extended the closure of their airspace to each other's aircraft till June 24. This was formalised by the Notices to Airmen (NOTAM). It continues the restriction that was implied in late April. The closure affects all aircraft registered and operated in both countries, including military flights. The new NOTAM issued by India reads, “Indian airspace not available for Pakistan registered Pakistan registered aircraft and aircraft operated/owned/ or leased by Pakistan airlines/operators, including military flights till June 24, 5.29 am (IST)” Similarly new NOTAM issued by Pakistan also states,"Pakistan airspace not available for Indian registered aircraft and aircraft operated/owned or leased by Indian airlines/operators, including military flights." The extended airspace restrictions have significant implications for Indian aircraft. Indian commercial aircraft that are coming from the west. Indian commercial airlines have to reroute, leading to increased fuel costs, longer flight durations, and increased air fares. However, the impact on Pakistan is not that high due to its limited international footprint. This development highlights the strain in India-Pakistan relations, which started from the Pahlgham terror attack of April 22. Subsequently, on April 24, Pakistan closed its airspace, and India did the same on April 30. These are the fresh order which restates the restrictions that were supposed to expire by May 24.

India prolongs its airspace closure for Pakistani aircraft until June 23, following reciprocal restrictions by Pakistan. The move signals ongoing tensions despite recent ceasefire efforts, impacting international flight routes and airline operations.

India extends airspace ban on Pakistan flights till June 24

In India's Gujarat, the Border Security Forces (BSF) on Friday night (May 23-24, intervening night) neutralised a Pakistani intruder who was attempting to enter Indian territory.<h2>What happened?</h2>As per a statement by the security forces, in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat, the troops spotted a suspicious person moving towards the border fence after crossing the international border.The BSF challenged the intruder, who kept advancing, following which the forces were forced to open fire. The intruder was neutralised on the spot, added the statement.<h2>Forces stay on alert</h2>This comes amid heightened tensions between India and its neighbour Pakistan in the aftermath of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent Operation Sindoor in which India targeted nine terror-linked sites in Pakistan.Indian security forces have been on high alert after Pakistan committed ceasefire violations on the LoC (Line of Control) and IB (International Border) for 15 days in a row.As per ANI, in Rajasthan, the BSF said it was maintaining a strong presence along the IB as part of Operation Sindoor, which is still ongoing.Talking to the news agency, Yogendra Singh Rathore, Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Jaisalmer BSF, emphasised BSF's unwavering commitment to national security."BSF is the first line of defence and is always alert on the border. 5–6 years after its formation, the India-Pakistan war took place in 1971, and even then, it proved its usefulness. We were victorious during the Kargil War too. When the incident happened on 22nd April, when they (terrorists) killed our innocent citizens, after that, we were ready to give them a befitting reply. We stood by the decision taken by the Government of India, and we were fully prepared so that we could stop any misadventure right there," he said.

As per a statement by the security forces, in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat, the troops spotted a suspicious person moving towards the border fence after crossing the international border.

In India's Gujarat, the Border Security Forces (BSF) on Friday night (May 23-24, intervening night) neutralised a Pakistani intruder who was attempting to enter Indian territory. What happened? As per a statement by the security forces, in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat, the troops spotted a suspicious person moving towards the border fence after crossing the international border. The BSF challenged the intruder, who kept advancing, following which the forces were forced to open fire. The intruder was neutralised on the spot, added the statement. Forces stay on alert This comes amid heightened tensions between India and its neighbour Pakistan in the aftermath of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent Operation Sindoor in which India targeted nine terror-linked sites in Pakistan. Indian security forces have been on high alert after Pakistan committed ceasefire violations on the LoC (Line of Control) and IB (International Border) for 15 days in a row. As per ANI, in Rajasthan, the BSF said it was maintaining a strong presence along the IB as part of Operation Sindoor, which is still ongoing. Talking to the news agency, Yogendra Singh Rathore, Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Jaisalmer BSF, emphasised BSF's unwavering commitment to national security. "BSF is the first line of defence and is always alert on the border. 5–6 years after its formation, the India-Pakistan war took place in 1971, and even then, it proved its usefulness. We were victorious during the Kargil War too. When the incident happened on 22nd April, when they (terrorists) killed our innocent citizens, after that, we were ready to give them a befitting reply. We stood by the decision taken by the Government of India, and we were fully prepared so that we could stop any misadventure right there," he said.

As per a statement by the security forces, in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat, the troops spotted a suspicious person moving towards the border fence after crossing the international border.

BSF neutralises Pakistani intruder at Gujarat border

India on Friday (May 23) called out Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for its "grossly hypocritical behaviour".Slamming Pakistan for its attacks on civilians during the four-day military confrontation, India noted that Islamabad makes no distinction between terrorists and civilians and thus has zero credentials to speak about protecting civilians.<h2>Decades of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism</h2>During an open debate on "Addressing emerging threats, ensuring safety of civilians, humanitarian and UN personnel, journalists and media professionals and enhancing accountability mechanisms" under the agenda item "Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict", Pakistani Ambassador at the UN Asim Iftikhar Ahmad brought up the Kashmir issue and the recent military conflict between India and Pakistan.In response, India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Parvathaneni Harish, called out Pakistan for sponsoring terrorism that for decades has made civilians a target."India has experienced decades of Pakistani-sponsored terrorist attacks across the border. This ranges from the horrific attack on 26/11 Mumbai attack to the barbaric mass murder of innocent tourists in Pahalgam in April 2025. The victims of Pakistani terrorism have been predominantly civilians since its objective has been to attack our prosperity, progress and our morale," he said.Watch the video here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndiaAtUN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndiaAtUN</a> Statement by PR <a href="https://twitter.com/AmbHarishP?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AmbHarishP</a> at the <a href="https://twitter.com/UN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@UN</a> Security Council Open Debate on: Addressing emerging threats, ensuring safety of civilians, humanitarian and UN Personnel, journalists and media professionals and enhancing accountability mechanisms. <a href="https://twitter.com/MEAIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MEAIndia</a> <a href="https://t.co/VOEZ9eMQjU">pic.twitter.com/VOEZ9eMQjU</a>&mdash; India at UN, NY (@IndiaUNNewYork) <a href="https://twitter.com/IndiaUNNewYork/status/1925946183660261760?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Pakistani officials attended terrorist funerals</h2>Ambassador Harish then slammed Pakistani high-ups for attending the funerals of some terrorists killed by India during "Operation Sindoor""We just recently saw senior government, police, and military officials pay respects at the funeral of noted terrorists targeted by Operation Sindoor. A nation that makes no distinction between terrorists and civilians has no credentials to speak about protecting civilians," he said.Slamming Pakistani claims, he added that Islamabad deliberately targeted and shelled border villages in India and killed over 20 and injured over 80 civilians during the conflict and its repeated LoC ceasefire violations. He said that Pakistan targeted schools, medical facilities, gurudwaras and temples."To preach at this body after such behaviour is grossly hypocritical. Let us be clear...Protection of civilians should not serve as an argument for protection of UN-designated terrorists," he noted before urging the international community to "come together on zero tolerance for terrorism and calling out those who sponsor and defend it".

Slamming Pakistan for its attacks on civilians during the four-day military confrontation, India noted that Islamabad makes no distinction between terrorists and civilians and thus has zero credentials to speak about protecting civilians.

India on Friday (May 23) called out Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for its "grossly hypocritical behaviour". Slamming Pakistan for its attacks on civilians during the four-day military confrontation, India noted that Islamabad makes no distinction between terrorists and civilians and thus has zero credentials to speak about protecting civilians. Decades of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism During an open debate on "Addressing emerging threats, ensuring safety of civilians, humanitarian and UN personnel, journalists and media professionals and enhancing accountability mechanisms" under the agenda item "Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict", Pakistani Ambassador at the UN Asim Iftikhar Ahmad brought up the Kashmir issue and the recent military conflict between India and Pakistan. In response, India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Parvathaneni Harish, called out Pakistan for sponsoring terrorism that for decades has made civilians a target. "India has experienced decades of Pakistani-sponsored terrorist attacks across the border. This ranges from the horrific attack on 26/11 Mumbai attack to the barbaric mass murder of innocent tourists in Pahalgam in April 2025. The victims of Pakistani terrorism have been predominantly civilians since its objective has been to attack our prosperity, progress and our morale," he said. Watch the video here:

Slamming Pakistan for its attacks on civilians during the four-day military confrontation, India noted that Islamabad makes no distinction between terrorists and civilians and thus has zero credentials to speak about protecting civilians.

India slams 'grossly hypocritical' Pakistan at UNSC, points out 'army officials attended terrorists' funeral'

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