<p><strong>Operation Sindoor PM Modi speech at Adampur Air Base: </strong>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (May 13) reiterated India's new anti-terrorism policy, while addressing soldiers at the Adampur Air Base in northern Punjab state, days after India and Pakistan decided to halt hostilities. He praised the Indian Air Force, the Indian Army and Indian Navy for Operation Sindoor, India's military response on May 7 to Pahalgam terror attacks of April 22. He listed the three pillars of the new doctrine: befitting reply to terror attacks at time and place of India's choosing, not succumbing to nuclear blackmail from Pakistan, and treating terrorists and terror-sponsor states as the same.</p>
<p>Modi's remarks to the soldiers came just hours after his first national address to the nation since Operation Sindoor.</p>
<p>In that address, on Monday, Modi declared that the military response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack, in which the armed forces struck on terror infrastructure inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and killed more than 100 terrrorists on May 7, will now be India's new policy.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;"Operation Sindoor, is India's policy against terrorism. Operation Sindoor has drawn a new line against terrorism," Modi said in the televised national address. "It has created a new normal".</p>
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<h2>First, there will be a befitting reply to acts of terrorism</h2>
<p>The first pillar of this policy, Modi said, would be decisive retaliation. Any terrorists attack against India will be met with a strong and resolute response, he said, adding India will retaliate on its own terms, targeting terror hubs at their roots.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"We will go to all those places and do strict action, from where the roots of terrorism emanate," he said.</p>
<h2>Second, India will not tolerate any nuclear blackmail</h2>
<p>Modi said that the second pillar of this new policy would be that India will not be intimidated by nuclear threats or blackmail.</p>
<p>" Any terrorist safe haven operating under the assurance of nuclear blackmail [by Pakistan against India], will face precise and decisive strikes," he said.</p>
<h2>Third, India will make no distinction between terror sponsors and terrorists</h2>
<p>The third pillar of this new policy, said Modi, will be that India will no longer see terrorist leaders and the governments sheltering them as separate entities.</p>
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<p>"Through Operation Sindoor, the world has seen the reality of Pakistan, when its top miltary officers lined up to bid farewell to slain terrorists. This is the biggest evidence of state-sponsored terrorism."</p>
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<p>In order to save India and its citizens from any danger, we will continously take steps, he said.</p>
<p>Noting that India has always defeated Pakistan in wars, he said that now, Operation Sindoor has added a new policy to it.</p>
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<h2>Age of made-in-India weapons has started</h2>
<p>"We have shown our capabilities on land and on air, and along with that, we estabilshed our dominance in new age warfare also," Modi said.</p>
<p>Operation Sindoor, said Modi, proved the effectiveness of the 'Made in India' policies.</p>
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<p>"Today, the world is seeing that in the warfare of 21st century, it is the age of made-in-India defence equipments," he added.</p>
<p>Modi said that India's unity is its biggest strength against all forms of terrorism.</p>
<p>Referring to his own comments that this is not the age of war - which he had made in the context of the Russia-Ukraine conflict - &nbsp;Modi said: "Surely, this is not the age of war, but it is also not the age of terrorism either."</p>
<p>"Zero tolerance towards terror is a gurantee for a better future world'," he said.</p>
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<h2>Pakistan will be destroyed by terrorism; blood and water cannot flow together</h2>
<p>He warned that, the way Pakistan is giving succour to terrorism, one day it will be destroyed by it.</p>
<p>"If Pakistan wants to save itself, it has to clean up its terror infrastructure. There is no way to peace other than this."</p>
<p>"Terror and talk cannot go together, terror and trade cannot happen together, and water and blood also cannot flow together," Modi said.</p>
<p><br>"I will also tell the global community today, that it has been our declared policy, that if there are to be talks with Pakistan, it will be on terrorism only, and on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir only," Modi added.</p>

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Operation Sindoor PM Modi speech at Adampur Air Base: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (May 13) reiterated India's new anti-terrorism policy, while addressing soldiers at the Adampur Air Base in northern Punjab state, days after India and Pakistan decided to halt hostilities. He praised the Indian Air Force, the Indian Army and Indian Navy for Operation Sindoor, India's military response on May 7 to Pahalgam terror attacks of April 22. He listed the three pillars of the new doctrine: befitting reply to terror attacks at time and place of India's choosing, not succumbing to nuclear blackmail from Pakistan, and treating terrorists and terror-sponsor states as the same. Modi's remarks to the soldiers came just hours after his first national address to the nation since Operation Sindoor. In that address, on Monday, Modi declared that the military response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack, in which the armed forces struck on terror infrastructure inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and killed more than 100 terrrorists on May 7, will now be India's new policy. "Operation Sindoor, is India's policy against terrorism. Operation Sindoor has drawn a new line against terrorism," Modi said in the televised national address. "It has created a new normal". 'After being badly beaten...': Pakistan appealed to whole world post India's Operation Sindoor, PM Modi says First, there will be a befitting reply to acts of terrorism The first pillar of this policy, Modi said, would be decisive retaliation. Any terrorists attack against India will be met with a strong and resolute response, he said, adding India will retaliate on its own terms, targeting terror hubs at their roots. "We will go to all those places and do strict action, from where the roots of terrorism emanate," he said. Second, India will not tolerate any nuclear blackmail Modi said that the second pillar of this new policy would be that India will not be intimidated by nuclear threats or blackmail. " Any terrorist safe haven operating under the assurance of nuclear blackmail [by Pakistan against India], will face precise and decisive strikes," he said. Third, India will make no distinction between terror sponsors and terrorists The third pillar of this new policy, said Modi, will be that India will no longer see terrorist leaders and the governments sheltering them as separate entities. Operation Sindoor | ‘We demolished global universities of terrorism at Bahawalpur, Muridke’: PM Modi "Through Operation Sindoor, the world has seen the reality of Pakistan, when its top miltary officers lined up to bid farewell to slain terrorists. This is the biggest evidence of state-sponsored terrorism." ‘Terrorists wiped off our women’s Sindoor, we obliterated their headquarters’: PM Modi explains symbolism behind ‘Operation Sindoor’ In order to save India and its citizens from any danger, we will continously take steps, he said. Noting that India has always defeated Pakistan in wars, he said that now, Operation Sindoor has added a new policy to it. Age of made-in-India weapons has started "We have shown our capabilities on land and on air, and along with that, we estabilshed our dominance in new age warfare also," Modi said. Operation Sindoor, said Modi, proved the effectiveness of the 'Made in India' policies. LIVE | India-Pakistan Ceasefire: 'It is the new normal and red line,' PM Modi on Operation Sindoor "Today, the world is seeing that in the warfare of 21st century, it is the age of made-in-India defence equipments," he added. Modi said that India's unity is its biggest strength against all forms of terrorism. Referring to his own comments that this is not the age of war - which he had made in the context of the Russia-Ukraine conflict - Modi said: "Surely, this is not the age of war, but it is also not the age of terrorism either." "Zero tolerance towards terror is a gurantee for a better future world'," he said. Pakistan will be destroyed by terrorism; blood and water cannot flow together He warned that, the way Pakistan is giving succour to terrorism, one day it will be destroyed by it. "If Pakistan wants to save itself, it has to clean up its terror infrastructure. There is no way to peace other than this." "Terror and talk cannot go together, terror and trade cannot happen together, and water and blood also cannot flow together," Modi said. "I will also tell the global community today, that it has been our declared policy, that if there are to be talks with Pakistan, it will be on terrorism only, and on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir only," Modi added.

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<p><strong>Operation Sindoor - Who is Dr&nbsp;Sivathanu Pillai, called the 'father of BrahMos Aerospace'? </strong>The Brahmos missile played a key role in India's Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack, and the subsequent response to Pakistani military actions.&nbsp; Confirming this, the chief minister of the northern Uttar Pradesh state,Yogi Adityanath, said on Sunday (May 11):&nbsp; "You must have seen a glimpse of the BrahMos missile during Operation Sindoor. If you didn't, then just ask the people of Pakistan about the power of the BrahMos missile."</p>
<p>But do you know who is considered the 'father of BrahMos', the scientist-manager behind this lethal weapon? Here is what you should know about Brahmos, and Dr Sivathanu Pillai, the man who was the founding chief of BrahMos Aerospace company, which develops and makes the missile:</p>
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<h2>Dr A Sivathanu Pillai , one of the 'pillars of BrahMos'&nbsp;</h2>
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<p>Dr Apathukatha Sivathanu Pillai is the founder-CEO and MD of BrahMos Aerospace, a joint venture between India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Russia's NPO Mashinostroyeniya.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The scientist from the southern Tamil Nadu state was the chief controller, Research and Development, of DRDO.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/fire-and-forget-all-about-brahmos-missile-used-in-operation-sindoor-india-pak-war-india-pakistan-ceasefire-9057658">'Fire and Forget': All about BrahMos missile used in Operation Sindoor</a></p>
<p>While working with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO),&nbsp;Pillai contributed to India's major space research programmes along with legends like Vikram Sarabhai, Satish Dhawan and A P J Abdul Kalam. At ISRO, Pillai was the core team member of India's space launch vehicle project, the SLV III.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>An electrical engineer from Madras University, Pillai studied management at the Harvard Business School.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>He joined DRDO in 1986 and was the Programme Director of Integrated Guided Missiles Development Programme (IGMDP)&nbsp;under Kalam, who went on to become India's president.</p>
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<h2>Dr&nbsp; Pillai's contribution to BrahMos development</h2>
<p><br>According to the Brahmos website, Pillai 'evolved the unique concept of the joint venture BrahMos, which is a world leader in the family of cruise missiles.'<br><br>He was described as the 'prime force' behind the joint venture from the Indian side in the initial days.</p>
<p>Pillai is a recipient of India's top civilian honours, the&nbsp; Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri.</p>
<h2>What is the meaning of BrahMos?</h2>
<p>The name 'BrahMos' is a portmanteau, combining the names of India's Brahmaputra river and Russia's Moskva river.</p>
<p>The name is reflective of the initial joint venture between India and Russia for the development of Brahmos.&nbsp;Currently, however, nearly 83 per cent of the Brahmos missile&rsquo;s components are sourced from India.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/yogi-adityanath-confirms-brahmos-use-in-operation-sindoor-says-ask-pakistan-about-its-power-9057506">Yogi Adityanath confirms BrahMos use in Operation Sindoor; &lsquo;ask Pakistan about its power&rsquo;</a></p>
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<h2>What is special about the Brahmos missile?</h2>
<p>The BrahMos supersonic cruise missile is a two-stage weapon which launches with a solid-fuel booster that detaches after take-off.</p>
<p>The BrahMos missile is among the most crucial conventional missiles in India's possession. Having a range of nearly 4500 kilometres, Brahmos can carry warheads of 200 to 300 kilograms. Extended range of variants up to 800 km have been reportedly tested.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/from-s-400-to-brahmos-missile-base-india-exposes-pakistans-misinformation-campaign-after-announcing-ceasefire-9055483">From S-400 to BrahMos missile base: India EXPOSES Pakistan&rsquo;s misinformation campaign after announcing ceasefire</a></p>
<p>The Brahmos missile can fly at a speed of 2.8 Mach, thrice the speed of sound.</p>
<p>Working on the &ldquo;fire and forget&rdquo; principle, Brahmos has&nbsp;an advanced guidance system&nbsp;and employs&nbsp;stealth technology that enables it to evade interceptors and trackers.</p>
<div>Compared to existing subsonic cruise missiles, BrahMos has 2.5 to three times more flight range, up to four times more seeker range, and nine times more kinetic energy.</div>
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<div>Brahmos can be launched from air, land, sea, and submarines.</div>
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Operation Sindoor - Who is Dr Sivathanu Pillai, called the 'father of BrahMos Aerospace'? The Brahmos missile played a key role in India's Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack, and the subsequent response to Pakistani military actions. Confirming this, the chief minister of the northern Uttar Pradesh state,Yogi Adityanath, said on Sunday (May 11): "You must have seen a glimpse of the BrahMos missile during Operation Sindoor. If you didn't, then just ask the people of Pakistan about the power of the BrahMos missile." But do you know who is considered the 'father of BrahMos', the scientist-manager behind this lethal weapon? Here is what you should know about Brahmos, and Dr Sivathanu Pillai, the man who was the founding chief of BrahMos Aerospace company, which develops and makes the missile: Dr A Sivathanu Pillai , one of the 'pillars of BrahMos' Dr Apathukatha Sivathanu Pillai is the founder-CEO and MD of BrahMos Aerospace, a joint venture between India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Russia's NPO Mashinostroyeniya. The scientist from the southern Tamil Nadu state was the chief controller, Research and Development, of DRDO. 'Fire and Forget': All about BrahMos missile used in Operation Sindoor While working with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Pillai contributed to India's major space research programmes along with legends like Vikram Sarabhai, Satish Dhawan and A P J Abdul Kalam. At ISRO, Pillai was the core team member of India's space launch vehicle project, the SLV III. An electrical engineer from Madras University, Pillai studied management at the Harvard Business School. Meet INS Tamal: A Russian-built stealth frigate equipped with India's BrahMos missile! Know its features, firepower and capabilities He joined DRDO in 1986 and was the Programme Director of Integrated Guided Missiles Development Programme (IGMDP) under Kalam, who went on to become India's president. Dr Pillai's contribution to BrahMos development According to the Brahmos website, Pillai 'evolved the unique concept of the joint venture BrahMos, which is a world leader in the family of cruise missiles.' He was described as the 'prime force' behind the joint venture from the Indian side in the initial days. Pillai is a recipient of India's top civilian honours, the Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri. What is the meaning of BrahMos? The name 'BrahMos' is a portmanteau, combining the names of India's Brahmaputra river and Russia's Moskva river. The name is reflective of the initial joint venture between India and Russia for the development of Brahmos. Currently, however, nearly 83 per cent of the Brahmos missile’s components are sourced from India. Yogi Adityanath confirms BrahMos use in Operation Sindoor; ‘ask Pakistan about its power’ What is special about the Brahmos missile? The BrahMos supersonic cruise missile is a two-stage weapon which launches with a solid-fuel booster that detaches after take-off. The BrahMos missile is among the most crucial conventional missiles in India's possession. Having a range of nearly 4500 kilometres, Brahmos can carry warheads of 200 to 300 kilograms. Extended range of variants up to 800 km have been reportedly tested. From S-400 to BrahMos missile base: India EXPOSES Pakistan’s misinformation campaign after announcing ceasefire The Brahmos missile can fly at a speed of 2.8 Mach, thrice the speed of sound. Working on the “fire and forget” principle, Brahmos has an advanced guidance system and employs stealth technology that enables it to evade interceptors and trackers. Compared to existing subsonic cruise missiles, BrahMos has 2.5 to three times more flight range, up to four times more seeker range, and nine times more kinetic energy. Brahmos can be launched from air, land, sea, and submarines.

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<p><strong>India Pakistan war and ceasefire - 'Justice is Served' - who sent the post on Operation Sindoor?&nbsp;</strong> In the wee hours of May 7, one social media post from the Indian Army announced it: 'Justice is Served'.&nbsp;The post on X handle of Indian Army's AGDPI came just hours after India attacked nine terror launch pads across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan, in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack that left 26 people dead, mostly Indian Hindu tourists. At a press conference held on Sunday (May 11) by the three chiefs of military operations, Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, the Director General of Military Operations of the Indian Army acknowledged and gave credit for the cryptic post that announced to the world that India had avenged the Pahalgam terror.</p>
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<p>"I wonder if you have read out the tweet on ADGPI, that midnight, once we'd done what we had to in Operation SIndoor, and that's credit to my friend here on the left, 'Justice has been served'...That is all that I will say," said Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, pointing towards Major General Sandeep S Sharda of the Indian military's Additional Directorate General of Public Information.</p>
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<p>Ghai spoke while answering a question from a journalist about the weapons used for the Operation Sindoor, which killed more than 100 terrorists in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir.</p>
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<h2>The 'Justice is served' tweet. Why is it historic and symbolic</h2>
<p>The Indian military post said: <br><br>"#PahalgamTerrorAttack<br>Justice is Served.<br>Jai Hind!"</p>
<p>Sent at 1:51 AM India time on May 7, 2025, the post has crossed 20.7 million views at the time of writing this.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerrorAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerrorAttack</a><br><br>Justice is Served.<br><br>Jai Hind! <a href="https://t.co/Aruatj6OfA">pic.twitter.com/Aruatj6OfA</a></p>
&mdash; ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) <a href="https://twitter.com/adgpi/status/1919850036596199492?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<p>It was the first time that the world saw the logo of Operation Sindoor.</p>
<p>One of the most symbolic names and logos of any operation by the Indian Armed Forces, it contained the image of a bowl of Sindoor, the vermilion that adorns married Indian women's foreheads.</p>
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<p>The symbolism was unmissable. Those killed in the Pahalgam attack were men only, all chosen by the terrorists for the carnage after ascertaining that they were Hindus. Traditionally, the 'sindoor' is removed by women when their husbands die. The name, Operation Sindoor, made it clear who it was for: the women who lost the men of their lives to the dastardly terror attack of April 22.</p>
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<h2>ADGPI: Strategic communicators busting misinformation for Indian Armed Forces</h2>
<p><br>ADGPI or the Additional Directorate General of Public Information is a department in the Indian Ministry of Defence.</p>
<p>ADGPI is responsible for disseminating information to the general public about the Indian Army's activities and policies.</p>
<p>Part of the Military Intelligence Directorate, ADGPI also fact-checks misinformation, and acts as a key strategic communication wing of the forces.</p>
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<p>Major General Sandeep S Sharda, who coordinated the press conference on Sunday, is&nbsp;the additional director general of strategic communications.</p>
<p>He is the nodal officer in charge of notices to intermediaries such as social media platforms in case of violations when it comes to sharing any information pertaining to the armed forces.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/100-terrorists-killed-satellite-images-of-destroyed-terror-camps-paks-violations-10-points-from-dgmo-press-briefing-on-op-sindoor-9058575">100 terrorists killed, satellite images of destroyed terror camps, Pak's violations: 10 points from DGMO briefing on Op Sindoor</a></p>
<p>His department is responsible for countering disinformation through the effective use of social media.</p>

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India Pakistan war and ceasefire - 'Justice is Served' - who sent the post on Operation Sindoor? In the wee hours of May 7, one social media post from the Indian Army announced it: 'Justice is Served'. The post on X handle of Indian Army's AGDPI came just hours after India attacked nine terror launch pads across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan, in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack that left 26 people dead, mostly Indian Hindu tourists. At a press conference held on Sunday (May 11) by the three chiefs of military operations, Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, the Director General of Military Operations of the Indian Army acknowledged and gave credit for the cryptic post that announced to the world that India had avenged the Pahalgam terror. "I wonder if you have read out the tweet on ADGPI, that midnight, once we'd done what we had to in Operation SIndoor, and that's credit to my friend here on the left, 'Justice has been served'...That is all that I will say," said Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, pointing towards Major General Sandeep S Sharda of the Indian military's Additional Directorate General of Public Information. The Silent Strategist: All about Vikram Misri, a diplomat who reads between red lines Ghai spoke while answering a question from a journalist about the weapons used for the Operation Sindoor, which killed more than 100 terrorists in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The 'Justice is served' tweet. Why is it historic and symbolic The Indian military post said: "#PahalgamTerrorAttack Justice is Served. Jai Hind!" Sent at 1:51 AM India time on May 7, 2025, the post has crossed 20.7 million views at the time of writing this. #PahalgamTerrorAttack Justice is Served. Jai Hind! pic.twitter.com/Aruatj6OfA — ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) May 6, 2025 It was the first time that the world saw the logo of Operation Sindoor. One of the most symbolic names and logos of any operation by the Indian Armed Forces, it contained the image of a bowl of Sindoor, the vermilion that adorns married Indian women's foreheads. LIVE | India-Pakistan Ceasefire: First calm night in days; no ceasefire violations reported across J&K, says Indian Army The symbolism was unmissable. Those killed in the Pahalgam attack were men only, all chosen by the terrorists for the carnage after ascertaining that they were Hindus. Traditionally, the 'sindoor' is removed by women when their husbands die. The name, Operation Sindoor, made it clear who it was for: the women who lost the men of their lives to the dastardly terror attack of April 22. ADGPI: Strategic communicators busting misinformation for Indian Armed Forces ADGPI or the Additional Directorate General of Public Information is a department in the Indian Ministry of Defence. ADGPI is responsible for disseminating information to the general public about the Indian Army's activities and policies. Part of the Military Intelligence Directorate, ADGPI also fact-checks misinformation, and acts as a key strategic communication wing of the forces. Congress vehemently rejects Trump's mediation offer on Kashmir; 'not a biblical 1000-year-old conflict' Major General Sandeep S Sharda, who coordinated the press conference on Sunday, is the additional director general of strategic communications. He is the nodal officer in charge of notices to intermediaries such as social media platforms in case of violations when it comes to sharing any information pertaining to the armed forces. 100 terrorists killed, satellite images of destroyed terror camps, Pak's violations: 10 points from DGMO briefing on Op Sindoor His department is responsible for countering disinformation through the effective use of social media.

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<p><strong>Indo-Pak tensions - Pakistanis, Chinese used TikTok as propaganda tool:</strong> Many Pakistanis and some Chinese users have turned the Chinese-owned TikTok into a propaganda tool and misinformation campaign platform during the Indo-Pak tensions before, during and after the Pahalgam terror attacks and Operation Sindoor military operations by India. It has emerged that there are two main ways in which the Chinese-owned short video sharing platform was used: for disseminating misinformation about India, and for exhorting people to join terror organisations like Lashkar-e-Taiba.<br><br></p>
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<h2>TikTok: A terror recruiting tool?</h2>
<p>While TikTok is not present in India, it is widely used in Pakistan. Those who can access it would see how blatantly terrorist organisations and/or their sympathisers are using it to spread Jihadist propaganda and to recruit youngsters. A Sky News investigation has found that TikTok videos were being used in areas including Murdike, where youngsters were being trained by Lashkar-e-Taiba inside what appeared to be mosques and madrassas , the Islamic seminaries. Muridke is one of the nine terror launchpads hit by India in Operation Sindoor, on May 9.<br><br></p>
<h2>What do the terrorist videos show?</h2>
<p>The video descriptions clearly mentioned Lashkar-e-Taiba, the terror group behind the Pahalgam attack of April 22 that led to India's Operation Sindoor. The descriptions also contained words like 313, which is code for Jihad. The videos showed children training in swordsplay, and LeT operatives roaming around with guns on their shoulders.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><br>Terrorists among people is the norm in Pakistan<br><br></h2>
<p>If one goes by the videos, it is a daily normal life for these terror launchpads attacked by India to see LeT or other terror group fighters and trainees roaming around or training.</p>
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<p>There appears to be no censorship on TikTok in Pakistan, even as it is very clear that the videos are aimed at econouraging more people to join and fund terror groups like LeT to carry out more attacks against India.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Chinese TikTokers : The online 'wolf warriors' of anti-India venom<br><br></h2>
<p>A parallel, disturbing trend was seen during the India-Pakistan tensions in the wake of Operation Sindoor. It is not a secret that several Tiktokers and 'influencers' have been used by the Chinese government as its secret progapanda warriors.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-navy-was-all-set-to-hit-karachi-kept-pakistani-ships-bound-to-harbour-9058414">Indian Navy was all set to hit Karachi, kept Pakistani ships bound to harbour</a></p>
<p>During the Operation Sindoor, there were some Chinese TikTokers, including some who appeared to speak American English, giving out 'news' the conflict. Many of them appeared to amplify Pakistani propaganda and fake news, like Pakistani armed forces downed several Indian planes, and detaining piolots. Pakistan has later confirmed that no Indian pilot has been taken in custody by it.</p>
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<p><br>I am not embedding the TiktOk videos in this story, in order not to give any credence to those posts. If you are reading this story from India, just give a search on X for 'india pakistan tiktok' and you will get a sense of some of the vile propaganda.<br><br>The videos include videogame footage dressed up as Pakistani jets downing Indian fighter planes, western-looking tiktokers saying Pakistan is a great place to live, and mock re-enactments of terror attacks against India by some 'funny' tiktokers.</p>
<h2>Why is TikTok banned in India?</h2>
<p><br>In the middle of India-China tensions across the border, New Delhi banned TikTok in India in June 2020. The government cited national security concerns and data privacy violations as the reasons. The main concern was that the app might be allowing Chinese government to access Indian user data for surveillance on Indians or for spying on them.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-indian-armed-forces-strike-at-terrorist-camps-pahalgam-terror-attack-india-pakistan-9042302">LIVE | India-Pakistan Ceasefire: First calm night in days; no ceasefire violations reported across J&amp;K, says Indian Army</a></p>
<p>There was fear that TikTok is stealing Indian user data and transmitting the same to the Chinese government. The main reason behind this concern was that TikTok servers were located in China.</p>
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Indo-Pak tensions - Pakistanis, Chinese used TikTok as propaganda tool: Many Pakistanis and some Chinese users have turned the Chinese-owned TikTok into a propaganda tool and misinformation campaign platform during the Indo-Pak tensions before, during and after the Pahalgam terror attacks and Operation Sindoor military operations by India. It has emerged that there are two main ways in which the Chinese-owned short video sharing platform was used: for disseminating misinformation about India, and for exhorting people to join terror organisations like Lashkar-e-Taiba. TikTok: A terror recruiting tool? While TikTok is not present in India, it is widely used in Pakistan. Those who can access it would see how blatantly terrorist organisations and/or their sympathisers are using it to spread Jihadist propaganda and to recruit youngsters. A Sky News investigation has found that TikTok videos were being used in areas including Murdike, where youngsters were being trained by Lashkar-e-Taiba inside what appeared to be mosques and madrassas , the Islamic seminaries. Muridke is one of the nine terror launchpads hit by India in Operation Sindoor, on May 9. What do the terrorist videos show? The video descriptions clearly mentioned Lashkar-e-Taiba, the terror group behind the Pahalgam attack of April 22 that led to India's Operation Sindoor. The descriptions also contained words like 313, which is code for Jihad. The videos showed children training in swordsplay, and LeT operatives roaming around with guns on their shoulders. Terrorists among people is the norm in Pakistan If one goes by the videos, it is a daily normal life for these terror launchpads attacked by India to see LeT or other terror group fighters and trainees roaming around or training. India-Pak news | Show of faith: Punjab Kings coach Ricky Ponting deboards from plane for Oz, asks overseas IPL players to come back to India There appears to be no censorship on TikTok in Pakistan, even as it is very clear that the videos are aimed at econouraging more people to join and fund terror groups like LeT to carry out more attacks against India. Chinese TikTokers : The online 'wolf warriors' of anti-India venom A parallel, disturbing trend was seen during the India-Pakistan tensions in the wake of Operation Sindoor. It is not a secret that several Tiktokers and 'influencers' have been used by the Chinese government as its secret progapanda warriors. Indian Navy was all set to hit Karachi, kept Pakistani ships bound to harbour During the Operation Sindoor, there were some Chinese TikTokers, including some who appeared to speak American English, giving out 'news' the conflict. Many of them appeared to amplify Pakistani propaganda and fake news, like Pakistani armed forces downed several Indian planes, and detaining piolots. Pakistan has later confirmed that no Indian pilot has been taken in custody by it. India-Pak news: Pakistan confirms 'no Indian pilot in custody,' says social media claims 'fake' I am not embedding the TiktOk videos in this story, in order not to give any credence to those posts. If you are reading this story from India, just give a search on X for 'india pakistan tiktok' and you will get a sense of some of the vile propaganda. The videos include videogame footage dressed up as Pakistani jets downing Indian fighter planes, western-looking tiktokers saying Pakistan is a great place to live, and mock re-enactments of terror attacks against India by some 'funny' tiktokers. Why is TikTok banned in India? In the middle of India-China tensions across the border, New Delhi banned TikTok in India in June 2020. The government cited national security concerns and data privacy violations as the reasons. The main concern was that the app might be allowing Chinese government to access Indian user data for surveillance on Indians or for spying on them. LIVE | India-Pakistan Ceasefire: First calm night in days; no ceasefire violations reported across J&K, says Indian Army There was fear that TikTok is stealing Indian user data and transmitting the same to the Chinese government. The main reason behind this concern was that TikTok servers were located in China.

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Morning news brief: India-Pak ceasefire updates; Sehwag takes jibe at Pakistan, and more

<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">As tensions escalate between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack, the whole nation has united to back the retaliatory strikes against Pakistan under&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/operation-sindoor">Operation Sindoor</a>. From Parliament to the streets, everyone came together to back the Centre's actions against Pakistan for sponsoring terrorist attacks in India.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The key opposition party, Congress, has shown full support and expressed solidarity towards the Indian government and armed forces during its retaliatory attacks against Pakistan. This support&nbsp;</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">was not seen during the 2016 surgical strikes and 2019 Balakot airstrikes.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Moreover, hundreds of youths gathered together in Chandigarh after authorities called for civil defence volunteers, chanting, "Ready to give my life for India."</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-indian-armed-forces-strike-at-terrorist-camps-pahalgam-terror-attack-india-pakistan-9042302">LIVE | India-Pakistan Ceasefire News Updates: India confirms Pak violated agreement, Islamabad reacts</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">A break down</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Now first</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">, let's </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">break down</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> how the opposition expressed solidarity this time</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">, </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">but not during the 2016 and 2019 air strikes.</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">After the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 people on April 22, the opposition stressed that it was time "for demonstrating our collective will as a nation to teach Pakistan a lesson and curb terrorism decisively&rdquo;.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Later on Wednesday, the Congress Working Committee (CWC) declared &ldquo;full support&rdquo; </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">to</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> the armed forces, saying it was &ldquo;time to be united</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&rdquo;.</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">They also decided to halt all planned party programmes</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">, and said,</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> "standing in complete solidarity with our armed forces during this critical hour."</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Not just that, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge also praised the Indian Armed Forces and lauded their courage and determination.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&ldquo;We are proud of our armed forces, which gave a befitting reply by taking bold and decisive action against terror bases in Pakistan and PoK. We salute the courage, determination, and patriotism of our brave soldiers,&rdquo; Kharge said.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pak-ceasefire-de-escalation-is-in-everybodys-interest-world-leaders-react-to-truce-announced-9056073">Turkey, Azerbaijan 'welcome' ceasefire between India and Pakistan | How the world reacted to India-Pak ceasefire</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">2019 Balakot airstrikes</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Now cut to 2019 Balakot airstrikes, a day after the strikes, 21 Opposition parties in a joint statement said that they were anguished&rdquo; over the &ldquo;blatant politicisation&rdquo; of the sacrifices of armed forces (40 security personnel were killed in the terror attack) by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Moreover, senior Congress leader Digvijay Singh also demanded Modi government to give "evidence" of the damage it claimed to have caused to Pakistan during its air strikes in Balakot.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/indo-pak-war-what-is-the-fatah-ii-missile-pakistans-precision-missile-reportedly-shot-down-by-india-9053695">Indo-Pak war: What is the Fatah-II missile? Pakistan&rsquo;s precision missile reportedly shot down by India</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">2016 URI strike</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Now going back even further, during the 2016 URI strike, Rahul Gandhi accused PM Modi of "playing politics over the blood of jawans&rdquo;.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">However, after </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">he got</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> backlashed for his statement, he posted on X (then Twitter), "I fully support surgical strikes and I have said so unequivocally. But I will not support using the Indian Army in political posters and propaganda all across the country.&rdquo;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Not </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">just Modi government, but</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">also</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> condemned Gandhi's statement</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">, as the</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> AAP convenor said, "I strongly condemn what Rahul Gandhi said about our jawans."</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Later, Amit Shah said, &ldquo;Some parties tried to question the surgical strikes, some even raised doubts. I condemn all those who have insulted our Indian Armed Forces.&rdquo;</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-plotting-assisting-killing-inciting-what-does-pakistan-stand-for-indian-politician-explains-letter-by-letter-9045370">'Plotting. Assisting. Killing. Inciting...': What does PAKISTAN stand for? Indian politician explains letter by letter</a></span></strong></p>
<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Youth gather on Chandigarh streets for civil </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">defence</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">volunteering</span></strong></h2>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Amid soaring tensions between India and Pakistan, the administration of Chandigarh invited youth citizens</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">, above 18 years,</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> to become 'civil defence volunteers' to assist during emergency preparedness.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Following this, hundreds of youths gathered to show solidarity with Indian armed forces and fight against Pakistan terror.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">One of the locals said that they wanted to do something for the Indian Army as they were doing so much for us.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Speaking to ANI, another resident, Karan Chopra, said, "I am ready to give my life for India. We have filed the form; we are ready to do whatever is expected from us..."</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">As India and Pakistan battle in escalating tensions, the whole nation has come united with the Indian government as Indian Armed Forces retaliate against Pakistan's attacks and foil its attacks across several regions in India. </span></p>
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Congress, has shown full support to the Indian government and armed forces during its retaliatory attacks against Pakistan. India news pakistan

As tensions escalate between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack, the whole nation has united to back the retaliatory strikes against Pakistan under Operation Sindoor. From Parliament to the streets, everyone came together to back the Centre's actions against Pakistan for sponsoring terrorist attacks in India. The key opposition party, Congress, has shown full support and expressed solidarity towards the Indian government and armed forces during its retaliatory attacks against Pakistan. This support was not seen during the 2016 surgical strikes and 2019 Balakot airstrikes. Moreover, hundreds of youths gathered together in Chandigarh after authorities called for civil defence volunteers, chanting, "Ready to give my life for India." Also read: LIVE | India-Pakistan Ceasefire News Updates: India confirms Pak violated agreement, Islamabad reacts A break down Now first, let's break down how the opposition expressed solidarity this time, but not during the 2016 and 2019 air strikes. After the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 people on April 22, the opposition stressed that it was time "for demonstrating our collective will as a nation to teach Pakistan a lesson and curb terrorism decisively”. Later on Wednesday, the Congress Working Committee (CWC) declared “full support” to the armed forces, saying it was “time to be united”. They also decided to halt all planned party programmes, and said, "standing in complete solidarity with our armed forces during this critical hour." Not just that, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge also praised the Indian Armed Forces and lauded their courage and determination. “We are proud of our armed forces, which gave a befitting reply by taking bold and decisive action against terror bases in Pakistan and PoK. We salute the courage, determination, and patriotism of our brave soldiers,” Kharge said. Also read: Turkey, Azerbaijan 'welcome' ceasefire between India and Pakistan | How the world reacted to India-Pak ceasefire 2019 Balakot airstrikes Now cut to 2019 Balakot airstrikes, a day after the strikes, 21 Opposition parties in a joint statement said that they were anguished” over the “blatant politicisation” of the sacrifices of armed forces (40 security personnel were killed in the terror attack) by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. Moreover, senior Congress leader Digvijay Singh also demanded Modi government to give "evidence" of the damage it claimed to have caused to Pakistan during its air strikes in Balakot. Also read: Indo-Pak war: What is the Fatah-II missile? Pakistan’s precision missile reportedly shot down by India 2016 URI strike Now going back even further, during the 2016 URI strike, Rahul Gandhi accused PM Modi of "playing politics over the blood of jawans”. However, after he got backlashed for his statement, he posted on X (then Twitter), "I fully support surgical strikes and I have said so unequivocally. But I will not support using the Indian Army in political posters and propaganda all across the country.” Not just Modi government, but Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) also condemned Gandhi's statement, as the AAP convenor said, "I strongly condemn what Rahul Gandhi said about our jawans." Later, Amit Shah said, “Some parties tried to question the surgical strikes, some even raised doubts. I condemn all those who have insulted our Indian Armed Forces.” Also read: 'Plotting. Assisting. Killing. Inciting...': What does PAKISTAN stand for? Indian politician explains letter by letter Youth gather on Chandigarh streets for civil defence volunteering Amid soaring tensions between India and Pakistan, the administration of Chandigarh invited youth citizens, above 18 years, to become 'civil defence volunteers' to assist during emergency preparedness. Following this, hundreds of youths gathered to show solidarity with Indian armed forces and fight against Pakistan terror. One of the locals said that they wanted to do something for the Indian Army as they were doing so much for us. Speaking to ANI, another resident, Karan Chopra, said, "I am ready to give my life for India. We have filed the form; we are ready to do whatever is expected from us..." As India and Pakistan battle in escalating tensions, the whole nation has come united with the Indian government as Indian Armed Forces retaliate against Pakistan's attacks and foil its attacks across several regions in India.

Indo-Pak tensions: From Parliament to streets, India comes together as ONE in support for Operation Sindoor

<p>Amid the constant escalation of the situation from the Pakistani side, Indian government sources say that India has decided to consider any future act of terror as an act of war. This comes after Pakistan launched drone attacks on several Indian cities. These attacks were thwarted by India's Air Defence systems. Additionally, India also called out the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/wion-updates-on-fake-news-india-debunks-pakistans-misinformation-amid-escalating-tensions-indo-pak-war-operation-sindoor-9054465" rel="dofollow"> misinformation campaign</a> being carried out by Pakistan amid rising tensions.&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">India to consider future act of terror as an act of war. Clear message from Delhi. <a href="https://t.co/naSJXKECBr">https://t.co/naSJXKECBr</a></p>
&mdash; Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) <a href="https://twitter.com/sidhant/status/1921150610184790108?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2 class="Paragraph SCXW98635770 BCX0" lang="EN-US" paraeid="{72e8589b-a918-43af-8099-c19f10be8cb5}{39}" paraid="1106180353" ><span class="TextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" ><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0">Operation Sindoor</span></span></h2>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW98635770 BCX0" lang="EN-US" paraeid="{72e8589b-a918-43af-8099-c19f10be8cb5}{39}" paraid="1106180353" ><span class="TextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" ><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0">In a powerful and strategic response to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indo-pak-war-operation-sindoor-top-jem-and-let-members-killed-reports-9054511" rel="dofollow">Indian Armed Forces</a> on<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0">early<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0">Wednesday (May 7) launched a series of precision strikes against nine terror camps<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0">located</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0"><span>&nbsp;</span>deep inside Pakistan and<span>&nbsp;</span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0">Pakistan-occupied Kashmir</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0"><span>&nbsp;</span>(</span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW98635770 BCX0">PoK</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0">) under <span>code-named </span>Operation Sindoor. </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" ><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0"><span><span class="EOP SCXW98635770 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}">As per reports, at least five dreaded terrorists from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/jaish-e-mohammed" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jaish-e-Mohammed</a>&nbsp;(JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (<span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW98635770 BCX0">LeT</span>)&mdash;two Pakistan-based terror outfits have been eliminated.</span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW98635770 BCX0" lang="EN-US" paraeid="{72e8589b-a918-43af-8099-c19f10be8cb5}{39}" paraid="1106180353" ><span class="TextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" ><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0"><span><span class="EOP SCXW98635770 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}">The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in a briefing on May 10 said that Operation Sindoor that Pakistan targeted hospitals and schools during its attack by violating airspace in 26 locations. "As a condemnable and unprofessional act, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/condemnable-unprofessional-act-pakistan-targeted-hospitals-school-premises-in-srinagar-operation-sindoor-indo-pak-war-vikram-misri-sofiya-misri-vyomika-singh-9054208" rel="dofollow">Pakistan targeted hospitals</a> and school premises at air bases at Srinagar, Awantipur and Udhampur. This once again revealed their irresponsible tendency to attack civil infrastructure," Colonel Sofiya Qureshi said.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph SCXW98635770 BCX0" lang="EN-US" paraeid="{72e8589b-a918-43af-8099-c19f10be8cb5}{39}" paraid="1106180353" ><span class="TextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" ><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0"><span><span class="EOP SCXW98635770 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}">Earlier on May 7, when India conducted Operation Sindoor, women officers Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri informed that India exercised its right to respond and hit nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). They said that India's actions were measured and non-escalatory, proportionate and responsible. India's strike was in response to the terror attack on April 22 in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam that killed 26 civilians.</span></span></span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" ><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW98635770 BCX0"><span><span class="EOP SCXW98635770 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}"></span></span></span></span></p>

India News, Pakistan, South Asia, world | Indian government sources have said that India has decided to consider any future act of terror as an act of war.

Amid the constant escalation of the situation from the Pakistani side, Indian government sources say that India has decided to consider any future act of terror as an act of war. This comes after Pakistan launched drone attacks on several Indian cities. These attacks were thwarted by India's Air Defence systems. Additionally, India also called out the misinformation campaign being carried out by Pakistan amid rising tensions. India to consider future act of terror as an act of war. Clear message from Delhi. https://t.co/naSJXKECBr — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) May 10, 2025 Operation Sindoor In a powerful and strategic response to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22, the Indian Armed Forces on early Wednesday (May 7) launched a series of precision strikes against nine terror camps located deep inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) under code-named Operation Sindoor. As per reports, at least five dreaded terrorists from Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT)—two Pakistan-based terror outfits have been eliminated. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in a briefing on May 10 said that Operation Sindoor that Pakistan targeted hospitals and schools during its attack by violating airspace in 26 locations. "As a condemnable and unprofessional act, Pakistan targeted hospitals and school premises at air bases at Srinagar, Awantipur and Udhampur. This once again revealed their irresponsible tendency to attack civil infrastructure," Colonel Sofiya Qureshi said. Earlier on May 7, when India conducted Operation Sindoor, women officers Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri informed that India exercised its right to respond and hit nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). They said that India's actions were measured and non-escalatory, proportionate and responsible. India's strike was in response to the terror attack on April 22 in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam that killed 26 civilians.

Indo-Pak tensions  | 'India to consider any future act of terror as act of war': Govt sources

<p>Congress MP Shashi Tharoor recently told an international news channel that India wants nothing from Pakistan and that their neighbour is a revisionist power. Speaking to Saudi Arabian news channel Al Arabiya, Tharoor also recalled how Pakistan denies everything until it is presented with proof. He further spoke about the significance of the name Operation Sindoor.</p>
<p>Operation Sindoor was initiated by India in the wake of the Pahalgam attack on April 22, in which several men died. This included Indian Navy officer Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, who had gotten married only a few days before he was brutally killed.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Tharoor told Al Arabiya what sindoor meant - a vermilion mark put in the parting of their hair by married women.&nbsp;</p>
<p>He pointed to the heartbreaking photo of Himanshi Narwal, the wife of Vinay Narwal, sitting next to the dead body of her husband. The image has become seared in the minds of Indians and instantly takes them back to the tragic Pahalgam killings, which left many more women widowed.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Indian Member of Parliament for Lok Sabha <a href="https://twitter.com/ShashiTharoor?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ShashiTharoor</a> says <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/India?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#India</a>&rsquo;s &ldquo;Operation Sindoor&rdquo; is a powerful name that evokes the grief of a newly widowed bride&mdash;turning a symbol of marriage into a reminder of bloodshed and loss. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pakistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GNT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GNT</a> <a href="https://t.co/sWroFJFjMc">pic.twitter.com/sWroFJFjMc</a></p>
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<p>Tharoor said, "The image that was seared into the nation's consciousness after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam was of a newly wedded -- now newly widowed -- bride on her honeymoon kneeling disconsolately by the body of her slain husband, in other words, the terrorist attack had wiped the sindoor of her forehead as only married women wear it."</p>
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<p>Tharoor added that the name, Operation Sindoor, was a "very emotive, emotional term to remind people of what had happened and why this action was necessary."</p>
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<p>He stated that "this young woman and a few other women were widowed in the process of the same attacks."&nbsp;</p>
<p>Tharoor then pointed out another aspect about the name, that the colour of sindoor is almost the same as the colour of blood.</p>
<p>"I might add, there is also undoubtedly the evocative thought that the colour of sindoor is not that different from the colour of blood, and that was what was spilt by the terrorists in our country. I thought it was a very, very evocative, emotional and powerful choice to name the operation that way," he stated.</p>
<p>Pakistan has denied that it had anything to do with the Pahalgam attack. However, India has said that all evidence points to Islamabad's involvement in the massacre.</p>
<h2><strong>Pakistan is a "master of denial"</strong></h2>
<p>Tharoor also used the moment to tell the world that Pakistan is a "master of denial". He told the channel about previous instances when it had done the same.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>"They denied anything to do with the Mumbai attacks", he said, but "later, one of the terrorists was caught alive and Pakistanis had to admit that he and everything he said came from them."</p>
<p>He cited how they denied having any knowledge about Osama Bin Laden, who was ultimately found and killed in Pakistan.</p>
<p>"They denied even knowing where Osama Bin Laden was until he was found in a military encampment not far from a Pakistani Army base. This is the Pakistani route: constantly show us the evidence," he said.</p>
<h2><strong>India has circumstantial evidence on Pahalgam killings: Tharoor</strong></h2>
<p>On Pahalgam evidence linking Pakistan to the killings, he said, "The fact is there is enough circumstantial evidence and there are intelligence intercepts on the basis of which India is acting. India has absolutely no other reason to do this."</p>
<p>Tharoor also clarified that India "wants nothing that Pakistan has".</p>
<p>"India is focused on growing its economy, improving its high technology, and providing a future for its young people. It is entirely happy to be left alone by Pakistan, and it will leave Pakistan alone."</p>
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Shashi Tharoor pointed to the heartbreaking photo of Himanshi Narwal, the wife of Vinay Narwal, sitting next to the dead body of her husband. India News Trending

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor recently told an international news channel that India wants nothing from Pakistan and that their neighbour is a revisionist power. Speaking to Saudi Arabian news channel Al Arabiya, Tharoor also recalled how Pakistan denies everything until it is presented with proof. He further spoke about the significance of the name Operation Sindoor. Operation Sindoor was initiated by India in the wake of the Pahalgam attack on April 22, in which several men died. This included Indian Navy officer Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, who had gotten married only a few days before he was brutally killed. Tharoor told Al Arabiya what sindoor meant - a vermilion mark put in the parting of their hair by married women. He pointed to the heartbreaking photo of Himanshi Narwal, the wife of Vinay Narwal, sitting next to the dead body of her husband. The image has become seared in the minds of Indians and instantly takes them back to the tragic Pahalgam killings, which left many more women widowed. Indian Member of Parliament for Lok Sabha @ShashiTharoor says #India’s “Operation Sindoor” is a powerful name that evokes the grief of a newly widowed bride—turning a symbol of marriage into a reminder of bloodshed and loss. #Pakistan #GNT pic.twitter.com/sWroFJFjMc — Al Arabiya English (@AlArabiya_Eng) May 9, 2025 Also Read: Indo-Pak War: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri EXPOSES all the LIES spread by Pakistan Tharoor said, "The image that was seared into the nation's consciousness after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam was of a newly wedded -- now newly widowed -- bride on her honeymoon kneeling disconsolately by the body of her slain husband, in other words, the terrorist attack had wiped the sindoor of her forehead as only married women wear it." Tharoor added that the name, Operation Sindoor, was a "very emotive, emotional term to remind people of what had happened and why this action was necessary." Also Read: Indo-Pak war: Fragments of projectiles found in Pokhran, Rajasthan He stated that "this young woman and a few other women were widowed in the process of the same attacks." Tharoor then pointed out another aspect about the name, that the colour of sindoor is almost the same as the colour of blood. "I might add, there is also undoubtedly the evocative thought that the colour of sindoor is not that different from the colour of blood, and that was what was spilt by the terrorists in our country. I thought it was a very, very evocative, emotional and powerful choice to name the operation that way," he stated. Pakistan has denied that it had anything to do with the Pahalgam attack. However, India has said that all evidence points to Islamabad's involvement in the massacre. Pakistan is a "master of denial" Tharoor also used the moment to tell the world that Pakistan is a "master of denial". He told the channel about previous instances when it had done the same. "They denied anything to do with the Mumbai attacks", he said, but "later, one of the terrorists was caught alive and Pakistanis had to admit that he and everything he said came from them." He cited how they denied having any knowledge about Osama Bin Laden, who was ultimately found and killed in Pakistan. "They denied even knowing where Osama Bin Laden was until he was found in a military encampment not far from a Pakistani Army base. This is the Pakistani route: constantly show us the evidence," he said. India has circumstantial evidence on Pahalgam killings: Tharoor On Pahalgam evidence linking Pakistan to the killings, he said, "The fact is there is enough circumstantial evidence and there are intelligence intercepts on the basis of which India is acting. India has absolutely no other reason to do this." Tharoor also clarified that India "wants nothing that Pakistan has". "India is focused on growing its economy, improving its high technology, and providing a future for its young people. It is entirely happy to be left alone by Pakistan, and it will leave Pakistan alone."

Operation Sindoor 'evocative and powerful choice', says Tharoor, calls Pak 'master of denial'

<p><strong>Operation Sindoor and India Pak war: Madrassas are Pakistan's 'second line of defence,' says defence minister Khwaja Asif:</strong> It is no secret that Pakistan has used many of its madrassas, the Islamic seminaries, as centres of indoctrination against India. Some sections of the global media had cried wolf after India's Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam terror attacks, saying the military action hit mosques and madrassas. This was the same line taken by Pakistan when India struck back with surgical strikes in 2016 and 2019 in response to terror attacks emanating from Pakistan. Now, Pakistan's defence minister himself has admitted the involvement of Pakistan's madrassas in activities against India, while calling them the 'second line of defence.'</p>
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<h2>No doubt that Madrassas are our second line of defence, says Khwaja Asif, in parliament</h2>
<p><br>On the wee hours of May 7, India conducted a series of strikes inside Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and up to 100 kilometres inside Pakistan, targeting terror training camps, launchpads and indoctrination centres.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>The Operation Sindoor was in response to the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22, in which 26 innocent men were killed by Pakistan-based terrorists.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The victims, mostly Indian tourists, were chosen by the terrorists for the massacre based on their being from the Hindu religion.<br><br><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-indian-armed-forces-strike-at-terrorist-camps-pahalgam-terror-attack-india-pakistan-9042302">India-Pak War LIVE: Air raid sirens tested in Delhi; MHA writes to states, UTs to invoke emergency powers for precautionary measures</a></p>
<p>After the Operation Sindoor was over, Pakistan's defence minister Khwaja Asif made a speech in the National Assembly, the country's parliament.&nbsp;</p>
<p>While speaking about how Pakistan will and can respond to Operation Sindoor, Asif talked about madrassas and students of madrassas.</p>
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<p>"There is no doubt that madrasas are our second defence line," he told parliament.</p>
<p>He used the words 'second defence line' in English, while most of his speech was in Urdu.</p>
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<p>"Madrasas and students of Madrasas are involved" in the defence of the country, he indicated.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Apart from getting education, the students of madrassas also "get used in this kind of situation", he added.</p>
<p>"They can be used 100 per cent", in case of hostilities with India, he asserted.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Madrassas of Pakistan: The human sheilds&nbsp;</h2>
<p>Over the years, Indian intelligence agencies received and shared information that much of the indoctrination on 'Jihad' against India, and the terror training of Pakistani youth are done in and around many madrassas.</p>
<p>However, any attack on them would be deemed negative. Indian armed forces have carefully avoided targeting them. During the surgical strikes of 2016 and 2019, Pakistan had raised the bogey of madrassas being attacked by India, though that was never the case.<br><br><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indo-pak-war-indian-army-soldier-murali-naik-martyred-during-cross-border-firing-at-loc-9052015">Indo-Pak war | Indian Army soldier Murali Naik martyred during cross border firing at LoC</a></p>
<p>But now, a Pakistani minister himself has openly admitted to the role of madrassas and students of madrassas in its war against India.<br><br>This begs the question: Is Pakistan going to recruit more terrorists, and even soldiers, from madrassas?</p>
<p>Are the young children studying in madrassas, who are often from very poor families, going to be used by Pakistan as human shields?</p>

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Operation Sindoor and India Pak war: Madrassas are Pakistan's 'second line of defence,' says defence minister Khwaja Asif: It is no secret that Pakistan has used many of its madrassas, the Islamic seminaries, as centres of indoctrination against India. Some sections of the global media had cried wolf after India's Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam terror attacks, saying the military action hit mosques and madrassas. This was the same line taken by Pakistan when India struck back with surgical strikes in 2016 and 2019 in response to terror attacks emanating from Pakistan. Now, Pakistan's defence minister himself has admitted the involvement of Pakistan's madrassas in activities against India, while calling them the 'second line of defence.' No doubt that Madrassas are our second line of defence, says Khwaja Asif, in parliament On the wee hours of May 7, India conducted a series of strikes inside Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and up to 100 kilometres inside Pakistan, targeting terror training camps, launchpads and indoctrination centres. India-Pak War | Indian Army releases first official video showing destruction of Pakistani military posts The Operation Sindoor was in response to the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22, in which 26 innocent men were killed by Pakistan-based terrorists. The victims, mostly Indian tourists, were chosen by the terrorists for the massacre based on their being from the Hindu religion. India-Pak War LIVE: Air raid sirens tested in Delhi; MHA writes to states, UTs to invoke emergency powers for precautionary measures After the Operation Sindoor was over, Pakistan's defence minister Khwaja Asif made a speech in the National Assembly, the country's parliament. While speaking about how Pakistan will and can respond to Operation Sindoor, Asif talked about madrassas and students of madrassas. VIRAL VIDEO: Pakistan’s Khwaja Asif hints at strategic restraint, says drones not intercepted to conceal military positions "There is no doubt that madrasas are our second defence line," he told parliament. He used the words 'second defence line' in English, while most of his speech was in Urdu. 'We couldn't stop a single missile': Pakistanis are questioning the credibility of their defence system after India’s Operation Sindoor "Madrasas and students of Madrasas are involved" in the defence of the country, he indicated. Apart from getting education, the students of madrassas also "get used in this kind of situation", he added. "They can be used 100 per cent", in case of hostilities with India, he asserted. Madrassas of Pakistan: The human sheilds Over the years, Indian intelligence agencies received and shared information that much of the indoctrination on 'Jihad' against India, and the terror training of Pakistani youth are done in and around many madrassas. However, any attack on them would be deemed negative. Indian armed forces have carefully avoided targeting them. During the surgical strikes of 2016 and 2019, Pakistan had raised the bogey of madrassas being attacked by India, though that was never the case. Indo-Pak war | Indian Army soldier Murali Naik martyred during cross border firing at LoC But now, a Pakistani minister himself has openly admitted to the role of madrassas and students of madrassas in its war against India. This begs the question: Is Pakistan going to recruit more terrorists, and even soldiers, from madrassas? Are the young children studying in madrassas, who are often from very poor families, going to be used by Pakistan as human shields?

Madrassas = Pakistan's 'second line of defence': Minister wants to use seminary students against India

<p><strong>Khwaja Asif, Pakistan's loose-tongued defence minister, is a liability</strong>: Khwaja Asif, Pakistan's defence minister, is a veteran politician, but these days he is embarrassing his country with his remarks amid the India-Pakistan war. His gems are fodder for internet trolling and memes, particularly since India's Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack.</p>
<p>Asif has been waxing and waning about war and peace with India, and made public admissions about Pakistan's support to terrorists over the decades. (He should know, as he's been around for so long). His remarks can be attributed to two things only: either he has gone senile, or he has just become paranoid. Here are some recent gems from his vast repertoire of mis-speak.</p>
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<h2><br>'Lashkar e Taiba doesn't exist in Pakistan': Asif, soon after Pahalgam terror attack</h2>
<p>Soon after the Pahalgam terror attack killed 26 innocent tourists, Asif went on record to say that the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), the parent of The Resistance Front or TRF, which claimed the attack, did not exist in Pakistan. This, even as LeT's chief was living safely in Pakistan.</p>
<p>&ldquo;Lashkar-e-Taiba doesn&rsquo;t exist in Pakistan anymore. It is extinct," Asif said at the time.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"If the parent organisation does not exist, how can the offshoot take birth here?&rdquo;, he reasoned when the role of TRF was pointed out.</p>
<h2>Asif's tacit admission of sponsoring terrorism: We have been doing the dirty work for three decades</h2>
<p>Perhaps the most shocking remark from Asif was during an interview to Sky News, where he openly admitted how Pakistan has been backing terror groups.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/operation-sindoor-india-pakistan-tension-chinese-jets-pak-minister-khwaja-asif-china-foreign-ministry-9048891">Pak Defence Minister Khwaja Asif says 'can buy Chinese planes &amp; use them' but China has no clue</a></p>
<p>Sky&rsquo;s Yalda Hakim caught him in a bind by asking, &ldquo;You do admit, sir, that Pakistan has had a long history of backing and supporting and training and funding these terrorist organisations?&rdquo;</p>
<p>Pat came Asif's shocking reply: &ldquo;Well, we have been doing this dirty work for the United States for about three decades...and the West, including Britain.&rdquo;</p>
<p>He quickly added, &ldquo;That was a mistake, and we suffered from that, and that is why you are saying this to me."&nbsp;</p>
<p>"If we had not joined the war against the Soviet Union and later on the war after 9/11, Pakistan&rsquo;s track record&hellip; was an unimpeachable track record,&rdquo; he said, referring to the 2001 terror attack.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/operation-sindoor-pakistan-defence-minister-khwaja-asif-cites-social-media-posts-as-proof-to-validate-claims-of-downing-indian-jets-9046462">Pakistan Defence Minister Khwaja Asif cites social media posts as proof to validate claims of downing Indian jets</a></p>
<p>&ldquo;When we were fighting the war on their side way back in the 80s against the Soviet Union, all these terrorists of today, they were wining and dining in Washington.&nbsp;And then came the 9/11 attacks. Again, the same situation was repeated. I think our governments then made a mistake.&rdquo;</p>
<h2><br>'We can buy jets from China'</h2>
<p>While it is well-known that much of Pakistan's military equipment is made in China, Asif's casual remark was both shocking and amusing because, around the same time, China shrugged off its jets' involvement in the Indo-Pak tensions.</p>
<p>&nbsp;"If India can buy planes from France and use them, we can also buy planes from China, Russia or the UK and use them," Asif told CNN.</p>
<p>His remarks came around the same time as a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said it was "not familiar with the matter" when asked if Chinese jets were involved in the India-Pakistan conflict.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/look-whos-behind-him-pak-military-indias-high-commissioner-to-uk-exposes-pakistans-state-sponsored-terrorism-9051451">'Look who's behind him &ndash; Pak military': India's High Commissioner to UK exposes Pakistan's state-sponsored terrorism</a></p>
<p>Asifs' comments came after India hit Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as part of Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam attack.</p>
<h2>Evidence of Pakistan shooting down Indian jets 'all over social media'</h2>
<p>In remarks not suiting his stature, Asif casually said that evidence of Pakistani forces shooting down Indian fighter jets during the recent tensions 'is all over social media.'</p>
<p>He was speaking to CNN&rsquo;s Becky Anderson, who asked: &ldquo;Pakistan claims it shot down five Indian Air Force jets. India says there is no evidence of that, no proof. Can you provide more details? Let&rsquo;s start with this very specific claim of five fighter jets shot down. Where&rsquo;s the evidence for that, sir?&rdquo;</p>
<p>&ldquo;It&rsquo;s all over social media," was Asif's response.&nbsp;</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pak-war-pib-fact-checks-video-of-multiple-rocket-launches-9051427">India-Pak war PIB Fact Check: Video of multiple rocket launches is from a simulation</a></p>
<p>"On Indian social media, not on our social media," he added for good measure. "The debris of these jets fell...and it&rsquo;s all over Indian media.&rdquo;</p>
<p>Anderson then said: &ldquo;You&rsquo;re the defence minister, sir. The reason to talk to you today, sir, is not to talk about content all over social media. I&rsquo;m sorry.&rdquo;</p>
<h2>'All-out war' comments even before a single shot was fired</h2>
<p>Asif is probably not aware of how badly equipped his army is. That may be the reason why - &nbsp;even before India fired a single shot - he talked about Pakistan being ready for an 'all-out war.'</p>
<p>"If there is an all-out attack ...then obviously there will be an all-out war,&rdquo; he said in a TV interview, ahead of Operation Sindoor.</p>
<h2><br>'If India is ready to back down...'</h2>
<p>In an interview to Bloomberg, Asif made a remark that showed either he's scared, or he didn't have a clue what was happening.</p>
<p>&ldquo;If India is ready to back down, they have taken the initiative; we have just responded. We have been saying all along, for the last fortnight, that we will never initiate anything hostile against India,&rdquo; he said.</p>
<h2><br>Who is Khwaja Asif?</h2>
<p><br>Khwaja Asif is a veteran of Pakistani politics. His current term as defence minister began in April 2022</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pak-war-pib-fact-checks-video-of-multiple-rocket-launches-9051427">India-Pak war PIB Fact Check: Video of multiple rocket launches is from a simulation</a></p>
<p>A leader of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Asif was elected to parliament from Sialkot in 2022.</p>
<p>Before taking over as defence minister in April 2022, he held several portfolios for over 30 years: Water and Power (2013&ndash;2017), Defence (2013&ndash;2017), Foreign Affairs,&nbsp;Petroleum and Natural Resources (2008), and Sports (2008).</p>
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Operation Sindoor indo-pak war: Khwaja Asif said after Pahalgam terror attack that Lashkar-e-Taiba does'nt exist in Pakistan. Trending | India News | South Asia

Khwaja Asif, Pakistan's loose-tongued defence minister, is a liability: Khwaja Asif, Pakistan's defence minister, is a veteran politician, but these days he is embarrassing his country with his remarks amid the India-Pakistan war. His gems are fodder for internet trolling and memes, particularly since India's Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack. Asif has been waxing and waning about war and peace with India, and made public admissions about Pakistan's support to terrorists over the decades. (He should know, as he's been around for so long). His remarks can be attributed to two things only: either he has gone senile, or he has just become paranoid. Here are some recent gems from his vast repertoire of mis-speak. 'Lashkar e Taiba doesn't exist in Pakistan': Asif, soon after Pahalgam terror attack Soon after the Pahalgam terror attack killed 26 innocent tourists, Asif went on record to say that the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), the parent of The Resistance Front or TRF, which claimed the attack, did not exist in Pakistan. This, even as LeT's chief was living safely in Pakistan. “Lashkar-e-Taiba doesn’t exist in Pakistan anymore. It is extinct," Asif said at the time. "If the parent organisation does not exist, how can the offshoot take birth here?”, he reasoned when the role of TRF was pointed out. Asif's tacit admission of sponsoring terrorism: We have been doing the dirty work for three decades Perhaps the most shocking remark from Asif was during an interview to Sky News, where he openly admitted how Pakistan has been backing terror groups. Pak Defence Minister Khwaja Asif says 'can buy Chinese planes & use them' but China has no clue Sky’s Yalda Hakim caught him in a bind by asking, “You do admit, sir, that Pakistan has had a long history of backing and supporting and training and funding these terrorist organisations?” Pat came Asif's shocking reply: “Well, we have been doing this dirty work for the United States for about three decades...and the West, including Britain.” He quickly added, “That was a mistake, and we suffered from that, and that is why you are saying this to me." "If we had not joined the war against the Soviet Union and later on the war after 9/11, Pakistan’s track record… was an unimpeachable track record,” he said, referring to the 2001 terror attack. Pakistan Defence Minister Khwaja Asif cites social media posts as proof to validate claims of downing Indian jets “When we were fighting the war on their side way back in the 80s against the Soviet Union, all these terrorists of today, they were wining and dining in Washington. And then came the 9/11 attacks. Again, the same situation was repeated. I think our governments then made a mistake.” 'We can buy jets from China' While it is well-known that much of Pakistan's military equipment is made in China, Asif's casual remark was both shocking and amusing because, around the same time, China shrugged off its jets' involvement in the Indo-Pak tensions. "If India can buy planes from France and use them, we can also buy planes from China, Russia or the UK and use them," Asif told CNN. His remarks came around the same time as a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said it was "not familiar with the matter" when asked if Chinese jets were involved in the India-Pakistan conflict. 'Look who's behind him – Pak military': India's High Commissioner to UK exposes Pakistan's state-sponsored terrorism Asifs' comments came after India hit Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as part of Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam attack. Evidence of Pakistan shooting down Indian jets 'all over social media' In remarks not suiting his stature, Asif casually said that evidence of Pakistani forces shooting down Indian fighter jets during the recent tensions 'is all over social media.' He was speaking to CNN’s Becky Anderson, who asked: “Pakistan claims it shot down five Indian Air Force jets. India says there is no evidence of that, no proof. Can you provide more details? Let’s start with this very specific claim of five fighter jets shot down. Where’s the evidence for that, sir?” “It’s all over social media," was Asif's response. India-Pak war PIB Fact Check: Video of multiple rocket launches is from a simulation "On Indian social media, not on our social media," he added for good measure. "The debris of these jets fell...and it’s all over Indian media.” Anderson then said: “You’re the defence minister, sir. The reason to talk to you today, sir, is not to talk about content all over social media. I’m sorry.” 'All-out war' comments even before a single shot was fired Asif is probably not aware of how badly equipped his army is. That may be the reason why - even before India fired a single shot - he talked about Pakistan being ready for an 'all-out war.' "If there is an all-out attack ...then obviously there will be an all-out war,” he said in a TV interview, ahead of Operation Sindoor. 'If India is ready to back down...' In an interview to Bloomberg, Asif made a remark that showed either he's scared, or he didn't have a clue what was happening. “If India is ready to back down, they have taken the initiative; we have just responded. We have been saying all along, for the last fortnight, that we will never initiate anything hostile against India,” he said. Who is Khwaja Asif? Khwaja Asif is a veteran of Pakistani politics. His current term as defence minister began in April 2022 India-Pak war PIB Fact Check: Video of multiple rocket launches is from a simulation A leader of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Asif was elected to parliament from Sialkot in 2022. Before taking over as defence minister in April 2022, he held several portfolios for over 30 years: Water and Power (2013–2017), Defence (2013–2017), Foreign Affairs, Petroleum and Natural Resources (2008), and Sports (2008).

Khwaja Asif, defence minister with a foot in mouth disorder: Gems from his loose talk are embarrassing Pakistan amid India-Pak war

<div dir="auto"><strong>Indo-Pak war preparation after Operation Sindoor:</strong> Security drills will be conducted at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant, India's largest such facility on Friday (May 9). The Indo-Russian nuclear power plant is situated in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, not far from the southern tip of India.</div>
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<div dir="auto">Kudankulam is home to two operational 1000MW reactors, and four more 1000MW reactors are in different stages of construction. Similar drills will also be conducted at the North Chennai Thermal Power Plant, a coal-fired power generation facility.&nbsp;</div>
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<div dir="auto">Friday would mark the third consecutive day of mock security drills at strategic facilities in Tamil Nadu, and across India, amid the rapidly escalating war-like situation between India and Pakistan following Indian armed forces' Operation Sindoor in response to the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22.&nbsp;</div>
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<div dir="auto">On Thursday, drills were conducted at Kamarajar Port and Chennai Petroleum Corporation, near Chennai. The mock drill simulated events to check the preparedness of the Civil Defence System to handle an air raid and intrusion in the seafront in a war-like emergency. During the Civil defence mock exercise, safe evacuation and first aid were rehearsed.</div>
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<div dir="auto">On Wednesday, the first day of the drills, the focus was on the Madras Atomic Power Plant, and the Chennai Port. Notably, the Chennai Port also accommodates ships of the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard.&nbsp;</div>
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<div dir="auto">The State emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) coordinated and oversaw the efforts, which involved District Officials, State Commando Forces, Home Guards, Greater Chennai Police, Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Services, Tamil Nadu Disaster Response Force, National Disaster Response Force, Indian Coast Guard, Central Industrial Security Force and Medical teams.</div>

Indo-Pak war Operation Sindoor : Security drills held at India's largest nuclear power plant in Kudankulam, Tamil Nadu  Trending | South Asia | Pakistan | India News

Indo-Pak war preparation after Operation Sindoor: Security drills will be conducted at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant, India's largest such facility on Friday (May 9). The Indo-Russian nuclear power plant is situated in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, not far from the southern tip of India. Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, who co-led Operation Sindoor briefing, was once lauded by Supreme Court Kudankulam is home to two operational 1000MW reactors, and four more 1000MW reactors are in different stages of construction. Similar drills will also be conducted at the North Chennai Thermal Power Plant, a coal-fired power generation facility. Mock drills in strategic facilities Friday would mark the third consecutive day of mock security drills at strategic facilities in Tamil Nadu, and across India, amid the rapidly escalating war-like situation between India and Pakistan following Indian armed forces' Operation Sindoor in response to the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22. India-Pak War LIVE News Updates: Defence Minister reviews security situation with Armed forces chiefs after India foils Pak attacks On Thursday, drills were conducted at Kamarajar Port and Chennai Petroleum Corporation, near Chennai. The mock drill simulated events to check the preparedness of the Civil Defence System to handle an air raid and intrusion in the seafront in a war-like emergency. During the Civil defence mock exercise, safe evacuation and first aid were rehearsed. Operation Sindoor: Punjab government orders all-night complete blackout in Gurdaspur district On Wednesday, the first day of the drills, the focus was on the Madras Atomic Power Plant, and the Chennai Port. Notably, the Chennai Port also accommodates ships of the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard. Indo-Pak war | Leaves cancelled for Delhi govt employees as national capital prepares for emergency response system The State emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) coordinated and oversaw the efforts, which involved District Officials, State Commando Forces, Home Guards, Greater Chennai Police, Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Services, Tamil Nadu Disaster Response Force, National Disaster Response Force, Indian Coast Guard, Central Industrial Security Force and Medical teams.

Indo-Pak war preparation: Security drills to be held at India's largest nuclear power plant in Kudankulam, Tamil Nadu

<p><strong>Operation Sindoor Indo-Pak war clouds - After Pahalgam terror attack avenged, Pakistan lies about blasts:</strong> At around 2 am on Thursday (May 8), I was woken up by a phone call from a colleague who said that loud sounds were heard in the north Indian city of Amritsar in India's northern Punjab state. Upon checking, it was reported as either Indian Air Force sorties taking off, or Pakistan attacking India in response to Operation Sindoor the previous night, which avenged the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22 that had killed 26 Indians. A misinformation campaign from Pakistan ensued in the morning of May 8, with claims that it had shot down drones from India in various cities. By evening, India spoke: Blasts that were heard in Pakistan were from India destroying Pakistan's China-made air defence system, and what was heard in Amritsar was the failed misadventure of Pakistan.</p>
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<p>Here is what happened in short, if you are leaving without reading the rest of this story, where I will share how the Pakistani military tried to spin the narrative till India spoke. The crux of what happened is: Indian Air Force targetted Pakistan's Air Defence radars. The Pakistani air defence system at Lahore was neutralised. India targetted Pakistan at different cities, in the same proportion and intensity&nbsp;as Pakistan. India used its&nbsp;Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems for the action.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Panic in Pakistan, from Karachi to Lahore and Rawalpindi after explosions&nbsp;</h2>
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<p>As the reports emerged of panic in Pakistan, the country's military came up with a claim that it had shot down Indian drones in Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore, Gujranwala, Chakwal, Attock, Bahawalpur, Miano and Chor.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/large-number-of-terrorists-killed-in-operation-sindoor-says-indias-defence-minister-rajnath-singh-9048242">'Large number of terrorists killed in Operation Sindoor,' says India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh</a></p>
<p><br><br>Note that Rawalpindi, a garrison town, is the location of Pakistan Army's General Headquarters or GHQ. Karachi is the financial and industrial hub of Pakistan, and its largest city as well as main seaport. Lahore is a city of great cultural and historical significance for Pakistan and a tourist destination. Bahawalpur is among the targets of India's Operation Sindoor.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>How Pakistan Army's propaganda wing spun the story about the blasts</h2>
<p><br>ISPR, or <span>Inter-Services Public Relations, the propaganda wing of Pakisani army,</span>&nbsp;came up with its spin, claiming that&nbsp;25 drones have been "shot down by Pakistan's soft kill (technical) and hard kill (weapons) forces." It said the debris of these drones are "being&nbsp;collected from different areas of Pakistan."</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-indian-armed-forces-strike-at-terrorist-camps-pahalgam-terror-attack-india-pakistan-9042302">Operation Sindoor LIVE: 'Attack on Pahalgam was original escalation', says Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri</a></p>
<p>The videos were out on social media by this time, and they told a totally different story.<br><br>But naturally, there was confusion during the daytime of Thursday in India too. That's when Indian defence ministry issued a statement, clearing the air.</p>
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<h2>So what happened in Amritsar on the intervening night of May 7 and 8?</h2>
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<p>The Indian defence ministry confirmed the truth about that phone call mentioned at the beginning of this story.</p>
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<p>It said that on the intervening night of 7 and 8 May&nbsp; Pakistan attempted to engage a number of military targets in northern and western India.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/indian-pakistan-war-ib-ministry-directs-ott-platforms-to-stop-streaming-pakistani-content-with-immediate-effect-9048569">Indian government halts streaming of Pakistani content amid cross border tensions</a></p>
<p>These included Amritsar, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, Awantipura and Bhuj, using drones and missiles.</p>
<p>These were neutralised by India's Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks," said the Indian ministry release.</p>
<h2>What really happened with the explosions in Pakistan on May 8 morning?</h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Indian ministry went on to add that on Thursday morning, India targeted Pakistan's Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations inside Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"It has been reliably learnt that an Air Defence system at Lahore has been neutralised," it added.</p>
<h2>Pakistan meanwhile, continues cowardly attacks across the Line of Control<br><br></h2>
<p>The only option left for Pakistan is cross-border shelling in violation of the ceasefire along the Line of Control.<br><br>The firing in Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar and Rajouri sectors in Jammu and Kashmir left 16 civilians dead, including three women and five children.</p>
<h2>Pakistan is running helter-skelter</h2>
<p>Pakistani ordinary citizens are now wondering whether its Army can even defend the country, let alone mount a successful attack on India.<br><br></p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pakistan-explosions-reported-in-karachi-just-hours-after-lahore-blasts-amid-cross-border-tensions-with-india-operation-sindoor-9047098">Blasts heard in several Pakistani cities including military garrison town Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore</a></p>
<p>Some of the explosions on the Pakistani side were outside the Pindi cricket stadium, at the food street. This led the Pakistani cricket board to ask PSL players to leave the area.</p>
<p>Pakistan has closed its main airports. The Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and Sialkot airports will remain closed till the evening of May 10 now.</p>
<h2>India remains ready for any further Pakistani misadventure</h2>
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<p>India has made it clear that the Operation Sindoor was a 'focused, measured and non-escalatory' strike, in which a significant number of terrorists were killed. <br><br>India had made it clear that Pakistani military establishments had not been targeted in Operation Sindoor.&nbsp;</p>
<p>New Delhi did not want to escalate, but is ready for any Pakistani retaliation.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/heres-indias-full-statement-on-neutralising-pakistan-missile-attack-9048516">Here's India's full statement on Pakistan's attempt to escalate tensions</a></p>
<p><br><br>Any attack on military targets in India will invite a suitable response, India warned. But Pakistan seems to be in no mood to listen.<br><br>India is awake and alert. Ready and prepared. <br>Pakistan might want to think twice before doing something similar to what it did on May 8.&nbsp;</p>
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Operation Sindoor Indo-Pak war clouds - After Pahalgam terror attack avenged, Pakistan lies about blasts: At around 2 am on Thursday (May 8), I was woken up by a phone call from a colleague who said that loud sounds were heard in the north Indian city of Amritsar in India's northern Punjab state. Upon checking, it was reported as either Indian Air Force sorties taking off, or Pakistan attacking India in response to Operation Sindoor the previous night, which avenged the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22 that had killed 26 Indians. A misinformation campaign from Pakistan ensued in the morning of May 8, with claims that it had shot down drones from India in various cities. By evening, India spoke: Blasts that were heard in Pakistan were from India destroying Pakistan's China-made air defence system, and what was heard in Amritsar was the failed misadventure of Pakistan. Here is what happened in short, if you are leaving without reading the rest of this story, where I will share how the Pakistani military tried to spin the narrative till India spoke. The crux of what happened is: Indian Air Force targetted Pakistan's Air Defence radars. The Pakistani air defence system at Lahore was neutralised. India targetted Pakistan at different cities, in the same proportion and intensity as Pakistan. India used its Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems for the action. Panic in Pakistan, from Karachi to Lahore and Rawalpindi after explosions As the reports emerged of panic in Pakistan, the country's military came up with a claim that it had shot down Indian drones in Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore, Gujranwala, Chakwal, Attock, Bahawalpur, Miano and Chor. 'Large number of terrorists killed in Operation Sindoor,' says India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Note that Rawalpindi, a garrison town, is the location of Pakistan Army's General Headquarters or GHQ. Karachi is the financial and industrial hub of Pakistan, and its largest city as well as main seaport. Lahore is a city of great cultural and historical significance for Pakistan and a tourist destination. Bahawalpur is among the targets of India's Operation Sindoor. How Pakistan Army's propaganda wing spun the story about the blasts ISPR, or Inter-Services Public Relations, the propaganda wing of Pakisani army, came up with its spin, claiming that 25 drones have been "shot down by Pakistan's soft kill (technical) and hard kill (weapons) forces." It said the debris of these drones are "being collected from different areas of Pakistan." Operation Sindoor LIVE: 'Attack on Pahalgam was original escalation', says Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri The videos were out on social media by this time, and they told a totally different story. But naturally, there was confusion during the daytime of Thursday in India too. That's when Indian defence ministry issued a statement, clearing the air. So what happened in Amritsar on the intervening night of May 7 and 8? The Indian defence ministry confirmed the truth about that phone call mentioned at the beginning of this story. It said that on the intervening night of 7 and 8 May Pakistan attempted to engage a number of military targets in northern and western India. Indian government halts streaming of Pakistani content amid cross border tensions These included Amritsar, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, Awantipura and Bhuj, using drones and missiles. These were neutralised by India's Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems. "The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks," said the Indian ministry release. What really happened with the explosions in Pakistan on May 8 morning? The Indian ministry went on to add that on Thursday morning, India targeted Pakistan's Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations inside Pakistan. "It has been reliably learnt that an Air Defence system at Lahore has been neutralised," it added. Pakistan meanwhile, continues cowardly attacks across the Line of Control The only option left for Pakistan is cross-border shelling in violation of the ceasefire along the Line of Control. The firing in Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar and Rajouri sectors in Jammu and Kashmir left 16 civilians dead, including three women and five children. Pakistan is running helter-skelter Pakistani ordinary citizens are now wondering whether its Army can even defend the country, let alone mount a successful attack on India. Blasts heard in several Pakistani cities including military garrison town Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore Some of the explosions on the Pakistani side were outside the Pindi cricket stadium, at the food street. This led the Pakistani cricket board to ask PSL players to leave the area. Pakistan has closed its main airports. The Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and Sialkot airports will remain closed till the evening of May 10 now. India remains ready for any further Pakistani misadventure India has made it clear that the Operation Sindoor was a 'focused, measured and non-escalatory' strike, in which a significant number of terrorists were killed. India had made it clear that Pakistani military establishments had not been targeted in Operation Sindoor. New Delhi did not want to escalate, but is ready for any Pakistani retaliation. Here's India's full statement on Pakistan's attempt to escalate tensions Any attack on military targets in India will invite a suitable response, India warned. But Pakistan seems to be in no mood to listen. India is awake and alert. Ready and prepared. Pakistan might want to think twice before doing something similar to what it did on May 8.

Panic-stan: Pakistan Army lied after India destroyed its China-made air defence systems across cities. Then, India spoke the truth

<p><strong>Pahalgam attack and India Pakistan war - How China equipment helps Pakistan: </strong>As the Pahalgam terror attacks of late April in Kashmir led to talk of Indo-Pak war, one country's role is worth mentioning: China. While still keeping a smile similar to the permanent expression of its president Xi Jinping, China made overtures for peace, and mostly took a line similar to Islamabad's in the wake of the Kashmir terror attack.&nbsp; China may be smiling for two reasons: A secret hope that its decades of military cooperation worth billions of dollars with Pakistan would help its aim of checkmating India in the South Asian region; and an expectation that more import orders will follow from Pakistan, for whom Beijing is the largest military supplier.<br><br>After Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam attack was carried out by India on Wednesday (May 7), China is keeping mum on whether its jets were used by China. See its response in the story below:<br><br></p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/not-familiar-with-the-matter-china-denies-usage-of-chinese-jets-by-pakistan-amid-tensions-with-india-9048150">'Not familiar with the matter': China denies usage of Chinese jets by Pakistan amid tensions with India</a></p>
<p>But the truth is different: China uses Pakistan to counterbalance India and secure access to the Arabian Sea. Pakistan relies on China for economic and military support even as its ties with the US and other Western powers, who used to help it with military hardware for decades, have strained over the years.</p>
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<h2>Iron-clad friendship aimed at 'common enemy' India</h2>
<p>Let us set aside the recent India-China peace overtures for the moment and think about the ground situation between China and Pakistan, particularly their iron-clad friendship.</p>
<p>The two countries share an 'all-weather strategic cooperative partnership,' which includes defence hardware, joint production of military equipment, joint drills, and extensive defence trade totalling billions of dollars in value.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Here is a detailed breakup:</p>
<h2><br>Defence trade: China is Pakistan's largest supplier; Pakistan deals include China's largest to any country</h2>
<p>China dominates Pakistan&rsquo;s defence trade, accounting for 81 per cent of its major arms imports between 2020 and 2024.&nbsp;This is a significant growth from 72 per cent recorded between 2017 and 2021.&nbsp;</p>
<p>From the Chinese perspective, Pakistan is the largest recipient of its arms exports, accounting for 47 per cent between 2017 and 2021.</p>
<p>Much of the data is still hazy, but let us piece together what's available on public domain.</p>
<p>The total arms imports from China between 2019 and 2023 alone is valued at $5.28 billion. This, at the time, accounted for 63 per cent of Pakistan&rsquo;s total arms imports, according to SIPRI Arms Transfers Database and Pakistani defence ministry reports.</p>
<p><br><strong>The major deals reported over the years and their estimated total value are below:&nbsp;</strong><br>Submarines, signed in 2015: $5 billion for eight Type-041 submarines<br>Frigates, signed in 2018: $1.4 billion for four Type-054A/P frigates<br>J-10CE Jets, signed in 2022: $1.5&ndash;2 billion for 36 aircraft<br>JF-17 Fighter Jet Programme: Estimated to cost $2&ndash;3 billion since 2007<br>Wing Loong II Drones, signed 2018: $200&ndash;300 million for 48 units<br>HQ-9 and PL-15 Systems: $650&ndash;900 million approx<br>Z-10ME Helicopters: $150&ndash;240 million (estimate)</p>
<p>China offers low-interest financing and flexible payment terms to Pakistan, which helps it continue to import despite its economic challenges.</p>
<h2>Did China help Pakistan's nuclear weapons programme?</h2>
<p>Like much else in the case of Chinese and Pakistani militaries, a lot of information is shrouded in secret. It was reported by the US intelligence agency CIA that China may have aided Pakistan's nuclear weapons programme in the 1970s and 1980s.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pahalgam-terror-attack-india-pakistan-standoff-citing-leaked-documents-pakistani-envoy-urges-china-and-russia-to-intervene-9031267">India-Pakistan standoff: Citing 'leaked documents', Pakistan's envoy urges China and Russia to intervene</a></p>
<h2><br>How China armed Pakistan to the teeth: From fighter jets to missiles to submarines</h2>
<p><br>China is the main supplier of Pakistan's military hardware, which includes fighter jets, submarines, frigates, drones, and missile systems.&nbsp;</p>
<p><br><strong>JF-17 Thunder fighter Jet</strong><br>The JF-17 Thunder fighter jet is a flagship project of China-Pakistan military cooperation. The JF-17 is currently a mainstay of the Pakistan Air Force after the US virtually stopped sending its fighter jets to the country. There are reportedly more than 140 JF-17 jets in service as of 2023, at an estimated cost of $25&ndash;30 million per aircraft.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Also known as FC-1 Fierce Dragon, the jet is a lightweight, single-engine, multirole fighter aircraft co-developed by the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex and China&rsquo;s Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group.</p>
<p>Production of the jets started in 2007, and deliveries are ongoing, with each delivery introducing improved varieties, including the Block-3 version, which started in 2022.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The total value of the JF-17 jet programme over the years is estimated to be $2&ndash;3 billion.</p>
<p><strong>J-10CE Fighter Jets</strong></p>
<p>The J-10CE jet, an export variant of China&rsquo;s J-10C, is a 4.5-generation multirole fighter. Pakistan is reported to have acquired 36 J-10CE jets in 2022 to counterbalance India&rsquo;s Rafale jets.</p>
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<p>The total value of the jet programme is estimated at $1.5&ndash;2 billion, with each unit costing around $40&ndash;50 million.</p>
<p>The data is from Pakistan Air Force statements and SIPRI&rsquo;s Trends in International Arms Transfers reports.</p>
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<p><strong>Type-054A/P Frigates</strong></p>
<p>At least four Type-054A/P guided-missile frigates were delivered by China to the Pakistan Navy between 2020 and 2023. The deal was signed in 2018 and is valued at approximately $1.4 billion for the four frigates. The costs cover construction, technology transfer, and training as per Chinese state media reports and Pakistan Navy statements.</p>
<p><strong>Type-041 Hangor-Class Submarines:</strong></p>
<p>In 2015, Pakistan ordered eight Type-041 Yuan-class conventional submarines from China, four of which were to be built in China, and four to be made under license in Pakistan at Karachi Shipyard. Delivery schedule for these submarines run from 2022 to 2028, with the deal valued at $5 billion. This is also China&rsquo;s largest single arms export deal with any country. Besides the actual cost of the submarines, the deal also includes training, infrastructure for local production, financed by China at a low interest rate.</p>
<p><br><strong>Wing Loong II Drones</strong></p>
<p>China and Pakistan agreed to co-produce 48 Wing Loong II unmanned combat aerial vehicles (UCAVs) for the Pakistan Air Force in 2018. It is a deal valued at around $200&ndash;300 million, with each unit costing $4&ndash;6 million.</p>
<p><strong>Z-10ME Attack Helicopters</strong></p>
<p>Reports had said earlier that Pakistan was to receive the first batch of Z-10ME attack helicopters from China this year. They are designed for anti-tank and close air support roles. While exact data is hard to come by, similar helicopters in the market are estimated to cost $15&ndash;20 million per unit. The actual value of this deal, if Pakistan orders up to 12 helicopters, would come around $150&ndash;240 million.</p>
<p><strong>HQ-9 Missile Defence Systems and PL-15 Missiles</strong></p>
<p>China has reportedly sent to Pakistan the HQ-9 surface-to-air missile systems and PL-15 long-range air-to-air missiles for JF-17 jets.&nbsp;The HQ-9 deal is estimated at $600&ndash;800 million for multiple systems.</p>
<p>The cost of PL-15 missiles is likely to be $50&ndash;100 million for a significant batch, according to SIPRI.</p>
<p><strong>SH-15 Self-Propelled Artillery</strong></p>
<p>Pakistan has received Chinese SH-15 155mm self-propelled howitzers for deployment near the Indian border. Going by the $2&ndash;3 million per unit cost for similar systems, the deal could be worth $50&ndash;100 million for a battalion-sized deployment.</p>
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<h2>Joint Military Drills: Key to 'iron-clad' military cooperation</h2>
<p><br>China and Pakistan regularly hold joint military exercises. These drills, planned or already conducted, include areas like the restive Gilgit-Baltistan and Xinjiang. Here is a roundup:</p>
<p>The&nbsp;<strong>Shaheen (Eagle) Air Exercises </strong>are air force drills held annually or biennially since 2011. The focus is on air combat, joint tactics, and interoperability. These exercises involved the Chinese J-10, J-16, and Y-20 aircraft and Pakistani JF-17 and Mirage fighters. Each of these exercises likely cost $10&ndash;20 million, based on similar international drills.</p>
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<p><strong>Sea Guardian Naval Exercises</strong> in the Arabian Sea involved Chinese Type-054A frigates and Pakistani F-22P frigates, focusing on anti-submarine warfare and joint patrols. Such exercises typically cost $15&ndash;30 million.</p>
<h2><br>How Pakistan protects Chinese interests in Belt and Road Initiative, particularly CPEC&nbsp;</h2>
<p>Besides these, the two countries also held <strong>Shared Destiny&nbsp;</strong>Peacekeeping Exercise in Henan province in September 2021 and <strong>Warrior Counterterrorism Drills </strong>for eight times since 2019.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The counterterror drills involve China&rsquo;s Western Theatre Command and Pakistani ground forces, with particular focus on protecting Chinese nationals and CPEC projects in Pakistan.</p>
<p>CPEC, or the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, is part of the Belt and Road Initiative, China's ambitious infrastructure development programme, which has military dimensions. Estimated to be valued at $60 billion, the project's security dimension involves protecting Chinese investments and personnel in the project areas.</p>
<p>In 2024, Pakistan approved $162 million for armed forces to protect CPEC projects. Apart from this, an estimated $218 million was set aside for Operation Azm-e-Istehkam, a counterterrorism operation partly aimed at securing Chinese interests.&nbsp;The cost of this exercise is estimated to be $5&ndash;15 million, and is expected to be shared bilaterally.<br><br>If you have read through this story till here, you know why the next war between India and Pakistan, whenever it happens, will have a lot of 'made in China' aspects.</p>

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Pahalgam attack and India Pakistan war - How China equipment helps Pakistan: As the Pahalgam terror attacks of late April in Kashmir led to talk of Indo-Pak war, one country's role is worth mentioning: China. While still keeping a smile similar to the permanent expression of its president Xi Jinping, China made overtures for peace, and mostly took a line similar to Islamabad's in the wake of the Kashmir terror attack. China may be smiling for two reasons: A secret hope that its decades of military cooperation worth billions of dollars with Pakistan would help its aim of checkmating India in the South Asian region; and an expectation that more import orders will follow from Pakistan, for whom Beijing is the largest military supplier. After Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam attack was carried out by India on Wednesday (May 7), China is keeping mum on whether its jets were used by China. See its response in the story below: 'Not familiar with the matter': China denies usage of Chinese jets by Pakistan amid tensions with India But the truth is different: China uses Pakistan to counterbalance India and secure access to the Arabian Sea. Pakistan relies on China for economic and military support even as its ties with the US and other Western powers, who used to help it with military hardware for decades, have strained over the years. Iron-clad friendship aimed at 'common enemy' India Let us set aside the recent India-China peace overtures for the moment and think about the ground situation between China and Pakistan, particularly their iron-clad friendship. The two countries share an 'all-weather strategic cooperative partnership,' which includes defence hardware, joint production of military equipment, joint drills, and extensive defence trade totalling billions of dollars in value. Here is a detailed breakup: Defence trade: China is Pakistan's largest supplier; Pakistan deals include China's largest to any country China dominates Pakistan’s defence trade, accounting for 81 per cent of its major arms imports between 2020 and 2024. This is a significant growth from 72 per cent recorded between 2017 and 2021. From the Chinese perspective, Pakistan is the largest recipient of its arms exports, accounting for 47 per cent between 2017 and 2021. Much of the data is still hazy, but let us piece together what's available on public domain. The total arms imports from China between 2019 and 2023 alone is valued at $5.28 billion. This, at the time, accounted for 63 per cent of Pakistan’s total arms imports, according to SIPRI Arms Transfers Database and Pakistani defence ministry reports. The major deals reported over the years and their estimated total value are below: Submarines, signed in 2015: $5 billion for eight Type-041 submarines Frigates, signed in 2018: $1.4 billion for four Type-054A/P frigates J-10CE Jets, signed in 2022: $1.5–2 billion for 36 aircraft JF-17 Fighter Jet Programme: Estimated to cost $2–3 billion since 2007 Wing Loong II Drones, signed 2018: $200–300 million for 48 units HQ-9 and PL-15 Systems: $650–900 million approx Z-10ME Helicopters: $150–240 million (estimate) China offers low-interest financing and flexible payment terms to Pakistan, which helps it continue to import despite its economic challenges. Did China help Pakistan's nuclear weapons programme? Like much else in the case of Chinese and Pakistani militaries, a lot of information is shrouded in secret. It was reported by the US intelligence agency CIA that China may have aided Pakistan's nuclear weapons programme in the 1970s and 1980s. India-Pakistan standoff: Citing 'leaked documents', Pakistan's envoy urges China and Russia to intervene How China armed Pakistan to the teeth: From fighter jets to missiles to submarines China is the main supplier of Pakistan's military hardware, which includes fighter jets, submarines, frigates, drones, and missile systems. JF-17 Thunder fighter Jet The JF-17 Thunder fighter jet is a flagship project of China-Pakistan military cooperation. The JF-17 is currently a mainstay of the Pakistan Air Force after the US virtually stopped sending its fighter jets to the country. There are reportedly more than 140 JF-17 jets in service as of 2023, at an estimated cost of $25–30 million per aircraft. 'We should engage in mutual beneficial cooperation': Jaishankar meets Chinese FM Wang Yi on sidelines of G20 Also known as FC-1 Fierce Dragon, the jet is a lightweight, single-engine, multirole fighter aircraft co-developed by the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex and China’s Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group. Production of the jets started in 2007, and deliveries are ongoing, with each delivery introducing improved varieties, including the Block-3 version, which started in 2022. The total value of the JF-17 jet programme over the years is estimated to be $2–3 billion. J-10CE Fighter Jets The J-10CE jet, an export variant of China’s J-10C, is a 4.5-generation multirole fighter. Pakistan is reported to have acquired 36 J-10CE jets in 2022 to counterbalance India’s Rafale jets. Pakistanis against India-Pak war? Imam asks crowd who backs Islamabad against India in viral clip; audience reaction will shock you The total value of the jet programme is estimated at $1.5–2 billion, with each unit costing around $40–50 million. The data is from Pakistan Air Force statements and SIPRI’s Trends in International Arms Transfers reports. Type-054A/P Frigates At least four Type-054A/P guided-missile frigates were delivered by China to the Pakistan Navy between 2020 and 2023. The deal was signed in 2018 and is valued at approximately $1.4 billion for the four frigates. The costs cover construction, technology transfer, and training as per Chinese state media reports and Pakistan Navy statements. Type-041 Hangor-Class Submarines: In 2015, Pakistan ordered eight Type-041 Yuan-class conventional submarines from China, four of which were to be built in China, and four to be made under license in Pakistan at Karachi Shipyard. Delivery schedule for these submarines run from 2022 to 2028, with the deal valued at $5 billion. This is also China’s largest single arms export deal with any country. Besides the actual cost of the submarines, the deal also includes training, infrastructure for local production, financed by China at a low interest rate. Wing Loong II Drones China and Pakistan agreed to co-produce 48 Wing Loong II unmanned combat aerial vehicles (UCAVs) for the Pakistan Air Force in 2018. It is a deal valued at around $200–300 million, with each unit costing $4–6 million. Z-10ME Attack Helicopters Reports had said earlier that Pakistan was to receive the first batch of Z-10ME attack helicopters from China this year. They are designed for anti-tank and close air support roles. While exact data is hard to come by, similar helicopters in the market are estimated to cost $15–20 million per unit. The actual value of this deal, if Pakistan orders up to 12 helicopters, would come around $150–240 million. HQ-9 Missile Defence Systems and PL-15 Missiles China has reportedly sent to Pakistan the HQ-9 surface-to-air missile systems and PL-15 long-range air-to-air missiles for JF-17 jets. The HQ-9 deal is estimated at $600–800 million for multiple systems. The cost of PL-15 missiles is likely to be $50–100 million for a significant batch, according to SIPRI. SH-15 Self-Propelled Artillery Pakistan has received Chinese SH-15 155mm self-propelled howitzers for deployment near the Indian border. Going by the $2–3 million per unit cost for similar systems, the deal could be worth $50–100 million for a battalion-sized deployment. Joint Military Drills: Key to 'iron-clad' military cooperation China and Pakistan regularly hold joint military exercises. These drills, planned or already conducted, include areas like the restive Gilgit-Baltistan and Xinjiang. Here is a roundup: The Shaheen (Eagle) Air Exercises are air force drills held annually or biennially since 2011. The focus is on air combat, joint tactics, and interoperability. These exercises involved the Chinese J-10, J-16, and Y-20 aircraft and Pakistani JF-17 and Mirage fighters. Each of these exercises likely cost $10–20 million, based on similar international drills. Economic crossfire: How India-Pakistan tensions are reshaping South Asia’s financial landscape Sea Guardian Naval Exercises in the Arabian Sea involved Chinese Type-054A frigates and Pakistani F-22P frigates, focusing on anti-submarine warfare and joint patrols. Such exercises typically cost $15–30 million. How Pakistan protects Chinese interests in Belt and Road Initiative, particularly CPEC Besides these, the two countries also held Shared Destiny Peacekeeping Exercise in Henan province in September 2021 and Warrior Counterterrorism Drills for eight times since 2019. The counterterror drills involve China’s Western Theatre Command and Pakistani ground forces, with particular focus on protecting Chinese nationals and CPEC projects in Pakistan. CPEC, or the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, is part of the Belt and Road Initiative, China's ambitious infrastructure development programme, which has military dimensions. Estimated to be valued at $60 billion, the project's security dimension involves protecting Chinese investments and personnel in the project areas. In 2024, Pakistan approved $162 million for armed forces to protect CPEC projects. Apart from this, an estimated $218 million was set aside for Operation Azm-e-Istehkam, a counterterrorism operation partly aimed at securing Chinese interests. The cost of this exercise is estimated to be $5–15 million, and is expected to be shared bilaterally. If you have read through this story till here, you know why the next war between India and Pakistan, whenever it happens, will have a lot of 'made in China' aspects.

Pakistan's 'made in China' war: Chinese defence equipment, deals worth billions are its borrowed spine | Fighter jets to frigates, see list

<p><strong>Operation Sindoor - Pahalgam terror attack avenged, India's S-400 air defence system ready:</strong> India avenged the dastardly terror attack of Pahalgam with Operation Sindoor on Wednesday (May 7), and is now ready with the S-400 air defence system in case Pakistan engages in any more misadventure of sending its aircraft or missiles. Built by Russia, the S-400 is one of the top-notch air defence systems in the world. Here is what you should know about S-400.<br><br><br><br></p>
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<h2>What is S-400 air defence system?</h2>
<p>The S-400 Triumf is a mobile surface-to-air defence system developed by Russia's NPO Almaz. It is an upgrade of the earlier S-300 missile system. The S-400 were deployed for combat duty by Russia in 2007. Russia is currently developing S-500, the successor to S-400.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-indian-armed-forces-strike-at-terrorist-camps-pahalgam-terror-attack-india-pakistan-9042302">Operation Sindoor LIVE: India neutralises Pakistani missiles targeting 15 cities, destroys Air Defence System</a></p>
<h2>S-400 missile system in India&nbsp;</h2>
<p>Five S-400 Triumf missile system regiments were contracted by India from Russia in October 2018. The deal for the five regiments is valued at $5.43 billion at 2018 exchange rates.</p>
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<p>Three regiments were delivered and are in operation. The remaining two are expected by August 2026.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Their delivery had been delayed due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.</p>
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<h2>S-400 missile defence system capabilities: Deployable in five minutes</h2>
<p>Deployable in five minutes, the S-400 is a highly mobile missile system that is also resistant to jamming. The S-400 system can engage and intercept aerial targets like aircraft, drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles, up to 400 kilometres and altitudes of 30 km.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>It can track 300 targets and engage 36 simultaneously. S-400 is equipped with four missile types: 40N6E (400 km range), 48N6E3 (250 km), 9M96E2 (120 km), and 9M96E (40 km).</p>
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<p>S-400 has advanced radars like the 96L6E for 360-degree surveillance and counter-stealth capabilities.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The system can integrate with other systems like S-300, Tor, and Pantsir for layered defence.</p>
<h2>S-400 system in India: Areas of deployment</h2>
<p>While the exact location is not known due to operational secrecy reasons, the S-400 are deployed in India's North, West and East. <br><br>One regiment is deployed to counter threats from Pakistan in Northwest (Punjab).</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pak-minister-attaullah-tarar-slammed-by-sky-news-anchor-yalda-hakim-no-terrorist-camps-in-pakistan-operation-sindoor-9043766">&lsquo;No terrorist camps in Pakistan&rsquo; says Pak minister, gets schooled by news anchor- Watch</a></p>
<p>One regiment is deployed in the Northeast, likely Arunachal Pradesh or Assam, to address threats from China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).</p>
<p>The Western regiment, deployed possibly in Rajasthan, is also primarily aimed at Pakistan.</p>
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<h2>Project Kusha: India's indigenous air defence systems&nbsp;</h2>
<p>India, meanwhile,&nbsp; is developing an indigenous missile defence system, Project Kusha.</p>
<p>The long-range air defence system is envisioned to contain Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles or LR-SAMs.</p>
<p>The Kusha project is led by India's Defence Research and Development Organisation or DRDO.</p>
<p>When finished, Project Kush will&nbsp;provide a layered defence system with interceptor missiles ranging from 150 km to 350 km.</p>
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<p>It is expected to match the effectiveness of the S-400 system and Israel's famous air defence system, the Iron Dome.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It will be capable of detecting and shooting down air threats like stealth fighter jets, cruise missiles, and drones.</p>

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Operation Sindoor - Pahalgam terror attack avenged, India's S-400 air defence system ready: India avenged the dastardly terror attack of Pahalgam with Operation Sindoor on Wednesday (May 7), and is now ready with the S-400 air defence system in case Pakistan engages in any more misadventure of sending its aircraft or missiles. Built by Russia, the S-400 is one of the top-notch air defence systems in the world. Here is what you should know about S-400. What is S-400 air defence system? The S-400 Triumf is a mobile surface-to-air defence system developed by Russia's NPO Almaz. It is an upgrade of the earlier S-300 missile system. The S-400 were deployed for combat duty by Russia in 2007. Russia is currently developing S-500, the successor to S-400. Operation Sindoor LIVE: India neutralises Pakistani missiles targeting 15 cities, destroys Air Defence System S-400 missile system in India Five S-400 Triumf missile system regiments were contracted by India from Russia in October 2018. The deal for the five regiments is valued at $5.43 billion at 2018 exchange rates. What are HAROP drones, India used to attack Pakistan defence systems Three regiments were delivered and are in operation. The remaining two are expected by August 2026. Their delivery had been delayed due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Pakistan's cross-border attacks since 2001 exposed; India lists 'three decades of systematically built terror infra' S-400 missile defence system capabilities: Deployable in five minutes Deployable in five minutes, the S-400 is a highly mobile missile system that is also resistant to jamming. The S-400 system can engage and intercept aerial targets like aircraft, drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles, up to 400 kilometres and altitudes of 30 km. Mohammed Yusuf Saha aka Syed Salahuddin- The elusive chief of Hizb-ul-MujahideenW It can track 300 targets and engage 36 simultaneously. S-400 is equipped with four missile types: 40N6E (400 km range), 48N6E3 (250 km), 9M96E2 (120 km), and 9M96E (40 km). Operation Sindoor LIVE: Indian military achieved its objectives without any error, PM Modi praises army S-400 has advanced radars like the 96L6E for 360-degree surveillance and counter-stealth capabilities. The system can integrate with other systems like S-300, Tor, and Pantsir for layered defence. S-400 system in India: Areas of deployment While the exact location is not known due to operational secrecy reasons, the S-400 are deployed in India's North, West and East. One regiment is deployed to counter threats from Pakistan in Northwest (Punjab). ‘No terrorist camps in Pakistan’ says Pak minister, gets schooled by news anchor- Watch One regiment is deployed in the Northeast, likely Arunachal Pradesh or Assam, to address threats from China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The Western regiment, deployed possibly in Rajasthan, is also primarily aimed at Pakistan. Project Kusha: India's indigenous air defence systems India, meanwhile, is developing an indigenous missile defence system, Project Kusha. The long-range air defence system is envisioned to contain Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles or LR-SAMs. The Kusha project is led by India's Defence Research and Development Organisation or DRDO. When finished, Project Kush will provide a layered defence system with interceptor missiles ranging from 150 km to 350 km. Mohammed Yusuf Saha aka Syed Salahuddin- The elusive chief of Hizb-ul-MujahideenW It is expected to match the effectiveness of the S-400 system and Israel's famous air defence system, the Iron Dome. It will be capable of detecting and shooting down air threats like stealth fighter jets, cruise missiles, and drones.

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<div class="x_elementToProof"><strong>Operation Sindoor, 2016 surgical strike, 2019 Balakot air strikes -</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Similarities and differences:</strong> India woke up to the news of Operation Sindoor on Wednesday (May 7) to avenge the April 22 Pahalgam terror attacks. In a span of 10 years, this was the third such attack by India in response to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. While many aspects, like the cause, were similar, there are specific differences between these three strikes. Most importantly, the difference is in the messaging. Here is the breakdown of the three strikes.<br><br><br><br></div>
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<h2 class="x_elementToProof">2016 Surgical strike: The first tight slap on Pak-sponsored terror</h2>
<div class="x_elementToProof">India had in the past entered Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) to neutralise terror launchpads, but the 2016 surgical strike was different.&nbsp;</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">The surgical strike of 28 September 2016 came 10 days after the Uri attack, where 19 Indian soldiers were killed by Pakistan-based terrorists.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof"><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-indian-armed-forces-strike-at-terrorist-camps-pahalgam-terror-attack-india-pakistan-9042302">Operation Sindoor LIVE: Indian Armed Forces target air defence systems in Pakistan as unprovoked firing along LoC increases</a></div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">The surgical attack was a ground-based operation in which the Indian Army Special Forces crossed the Line of Control (LoC) into PoK.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">The Indian commandos struck seven terror launchpads in Bhimber, Kel, and Lipa sectors, using assault rifles, grenades, and explosives &mdash; all carried out by hand.&nbsp;</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">The mission was stealthy and precise.&nbsp; About 100 Para Commandos, divided into smaller teams, were involved, supported by real-time inputs from Indian intelligence agencies.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">As per subsequent reports, up to 40 terrorists were killed.&nbsp; Pakistan denied that any strike had occurred.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">The second strike from India into Pakistan took place on 26 February 2019. It came 12 days after the Pulwama suicide bombing. The suicide terror attack, carried out with handling from Pakistan, killed at least 40 personnel from the Indian paramilitary force, the CRPF.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">This time, the Indian Air Force was in action, without any army soldiers on the ground.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof"><a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/operation-sindoor-jaish-chief-masood-azhars-brother-abdul-rauf-likely-killed-in-indias-strike-on-pakistan-9047804">Operation Sindoor | Jaish chief Masood Azhar's brother Abdul Rauf likely killed in India's strike on Pakistan</a></div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">Mirage 2000 jets flew deep into Pakistan&rsquo;s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, targeting a Jaish-e-Mohammad training camp near Balakot. The specific target was a madrassa run by Jaish founder Masood Azhar&rsquo;s brother-in-law. The IAF struck four buildings in a precision nighttime air raid.&nbsp;</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">India reportedly used SPICE 2000 and Popeye missiles.&nbsp;The mission was supported by Sukhoi Su-30MKIs, UAVs and AEW\&amp;C aircraft.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">As per reports at the time, up to 250 terrorists were killed. Pakistan, again, rejected the attack.</div>
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<h2 class="x_elementToProof">Operation Sindoor: What stood out this time?</h2>
<div class="x_elementToProof">On 7 May, 15 days after the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, India struck back with Operation Sindoor.&nbsp; This time, it was different.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">Operation Sindoor was a tri-service mission involving the Army, Navy, and Air Force.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">Nine targets were hit,&nbsp;not just in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir but deep inside Pakistan&rsquo;s Punjab province too.&nbsp;</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof"><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-pakistan-targeted-multiple-indian-cities-attempted-to-escalate-9047777">Operation Sindoor: Pakistan targeted Indian cities like Chandigarh, Amritsar and others, attempted to escalate</a></div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">And the attacks were not just focused on the perpetrators of the Pahalgam attack.&nbsp;It aimed to uproot Pakistan's terrorism infrastructure built over more than 30 years.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">The targets included Jaish headquarters in Bahawalpur,&nbsp;Lashkar-e-Taiba's main base in Muridke,&nbsp;and terror launchpads in Muzaffarabad, Kotli, and Sialkot.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">India used SCALP cruise missiles, HAMMER bombs, loitering munitions (drones), and BVR missiles &mdash; all launched from Indian territory.&nbsp;</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">There were no boots on the ground and no airspace violations,&nbsp; just high-tech precision attacks from afar.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof"><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-still-on-says-indias-defence-minister-rajnath-singh-at-all-party-meeting-9047609">'Operation Sindoor still on,' says India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at all-party meeting</a></div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">The Indian defence ministry said the strikes were 'non-escalatory' and not aimed at civilians.<br><br>The casualties are not officially reported, but it could be up to 100 terrorists if we go by sources cited in media.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">Each of India's operations was a proportionate escalation in scope and sophistication.&nbsp;In 2016, small teams crossed a few kilometres into PoK.&nbsp;In 2019, jets struck 20 kilometres into Pakistan.<br><br>And now, India's missiles reached targets as deep as 100 kilometres deep inside Pakistan.<br><br></div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">The 2016 strike was Army-only.&nbsp; Balakot was purely an Air Force operation. And Operation Sindoor was India's first coordinated tri-service strike.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">And the weapons evolved too. From rifles and grenades in 2016 to precision bombs in 2019, to standoff missiles and drones in 2025.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">From stealthy foot patrols to advanced drone warfare, India&rsquo;s response to cross-border terrorism has dramatically evolved.&nbsp;</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">Each mission also reflected India's growing capabilities, and deeper reach.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">And above everything else, a clear message: terrorism will be met with strength, even if India has to strike deep inside Pakistani territory.</div>
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Operation Sindoor, 2016 surgical strike, 2019 Balakot air strikes - Similarities and differences: India woke up to the news of Operation Sindoor on Wednesday (May 7) to avenge the April 22 Pahalgam terror attacks. In a span of 10 years, this was the third such attack by India in response to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. While many aspects, like the cause, were similar, there are specific differences between these three strikes. Most importantly, the difference is in the messaging. Here is the breakdown of the three strikes. 2016 Surgical strike: The first tight slap on Pak-sponsored terror India had in the past entered Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) to neutralise terror launchpads, but the 2016 surgical strike was different. The surgical strike of 28 September 2016 came 10 days after the Uri attack, where 19 Indian soldiers were killed by Pakistan-based terrorists. Operation Sindoor LIVE: Indian Armed Forces target air defence systems in Pakistan as unprovoked firing along LoC increases The surgical attack was a ground-based operation in which the Indian Army Special Forces crossed the Line of Control (LoC) into PoK. The Indian commandos struck seven terror launchpads in Bhimber, Kel, and Lipa sectors, using assault rifles, grenades, and explosives — all carried out by hand. The mission was stealthy and precise. About 100 Para Commandos, divided into smaller teams, were involved, supported by real-time inputs from Indian intelligence agencies. As per subsequent reports, up to 40 terrorists were killed. Pakistan denied that any strike had occurred. 2019 Balakot airstrike after Pulwama attack The second strike from India into Pakistan took place on 26 February 2019. It came 12 days after the Pulwama suicide bombing. The suicide terror attack, carried out with handling from Pakistan, killed at least 40 personnel from the Indian paramilitary force, the CRPF. This time, the Indian Air Force was in action, without any army soldiers on the ground. Operation Sindoor | Jaish chief Masood Azhar's brother Abdul Rauf likely killed in India's strike on Pakistan Mirage 2000 jets flew deep into Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, targeting a Jaish-e-Mohammad training camp near Balakot. The specific target was a madrassa run by Jaish founder Masood Azhar’s brother-in-law. The IAF struck four buildings in a precision nighttime air raid. India reportedly used SPICE 2000 and Popeye missiles. The mission was supported by Sukhoi Su-30MKIs, UAVs and AEW\&C aircraft. As per reports at the time, up to 250 terrorists were killed. Pakistan, again, rejected the attack. Operation Sindoor: What stood out this time? On 7 May, 15 days after the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, India struck back with Operation Sindoor. This time, it was different. Operation Sindoor was a tri-service mission involving the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Nine targets were hit, not just in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir but deep inside Pakistan’s Punjab province too. Operation Sindoor: Pakistan targeted Indian cities like Chandigarh, Amritsar and others, attempted to escalate And the attacks were not just focused on the perpetrators of the Pahalgam attack. It aimed to uproot Pakistan's terrorism infrastructure built over more than 30 years. The targets included Jaish headquarters in Bahawalpur, Lashkar-e-Taiba's main base in Muridke, and terror launchpads in Muzaffarabad, Kotli, and Sialkot. Operation Sindoor: What is Pakistan’s failed made-in-China HQ-9 air defence system? India used SCALP cruise missiles, HAMMER bombs, loitering munitions (drones), and BVR missiles — all launched from Indian territory. There were no boots on the ground and no airspace violations, just high-tech precision attacks from afar. 'Operation Sindoor still on,' says India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at all-party meeting The Indian defence ministry said the strikes were 'non-escalatory' and not aimed at civilians. The casualties are not officially reported, but it could be up to 100 terrorists if we go by sources cited in media. What is different about Operation Sindoor? Each of India's operations was a proportionate escalation in scope and sophistication. In 2016, small teams crossed a few kilometres into PoK. In 2019, jets struck 20 kilometres into Pakistan. And now, India's missiles reached targets as deep as 100 kilometres deep inside Pakistan. The 2016 strike was Army-only. Balakot was purely an Air Force operation. And Operation Sindoor was India's first coordinated tri-service strike. And the weapons evolved too. From rifles and grenades in 2016 to precision bombs in 2019, to standoff missiles and drones in 2025. From stealthy foot patrols to advanced drone warfare, India’s response to cross-border terrorism has dramatically evolved. Each mission also reflected India's growing capabilities, and deeper reach. And above everything else, a clear message: terrorism will be met with strength, even if India has to strike deep inside Pakistani territory.

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All Indian voices spoke in unison and they all said "Jai Hind" after Operation Sindoor. But now, India has showed up its defenses on land, air, and sea. A day after Operation Sindoor, in anticipation of an attack from Pakistan, India has fortified its defense systems on all three fronts. All three defense services have been put on high alert, with a multi-layered air defense system fully activated.

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<p>US President Donald Trump says that he wants 'India and Pakistan to stop.' The comments, made at the White House on Wednesday (May 7), come after India's Operation Sindoor in Pakistan targeting nine terror camps sites following deadly Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 in India's Jammu &amp; Kashmir.</p>
<p>"I want to see them stop," Trump said at the White House. "We get along with both countries very well, good relationships with both, and I want to see it stop. And if I can do anything to help, I will be there," he added.</p>
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<p>Earlier in the day, Trump reacted to the news of India striking Pakistan and said: "It's a shame. We just heard about it, they've been fighting for a long time... I just hope it ends very quickly."</p>
<p>Indian Armed forces launched Operation Sindoor at 1:44 am IST on May 7 and carried out a series of precision strikes targeting nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).</p>
<p>The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes early Wednesday, calling them a &ldquo;focused, measured and non-escalatory&rdquo; response to the recent attack in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Pahalgam, where terrorists brutally killed 26 civilians, mostly tourists.</p>
<p>A press release by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), shared just before 2 am IST , officially announced the launch of &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;.</p>
<p>&ldquo;India announces Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure in Pakistan,&rdquo; the statement read, linking the operation directly to the Pahalgam attack on April 22. That assault saw terrorists open fire on unarmed civilians in the Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, killing 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national, most of them tourists.</p>
<p>The defence ministry clarified that no military facilities of Pakistan were targeted in the strikes and added: &ldquo;These steps come in the wake of the barbaric Pahalgam terrorist attack&hellip; We are living up to the commitment that those responsible for this attack will be held accountable.&rdquo;</p>

Indian Armed forces launched Operation Sindoor at 1:44 am IST on May 7 and carried out a series of precision strikes targeting nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and PoK. World India news

US President Donald Trump says that he wants 'India and Pakistan to stop.' The comments, made at the White House on Wednesday (May 7), come after India's Operation Sindoor in Pakistan targeting nine terror camps sites following deadly Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 in India's Jammu & Kashmir. "I want to see them stop," Trump said at the White House. "We get along with both countries very well, good relationships with both, and I want to see it stop. And if I can do anything to help, I will be there," he added. #OperationSindoor | Trump reacts to India’s strikes, “It’s terrible… I know both very well. I want them to stop. If I can help, I’ll be there” (Source: White House) pic.twitter.com/MueoGODIY7 — WION (@WIONews) May 7, 2025 Also Read - Operation Sindoor: India briefs 13 countries after Pakistan strike - What New Delhi told them Earlier in the day, Trump reacted to the news of India striking Pakistan and said: "It's a shame. We just heard about it, they've been fighting for a long time... I just hope it ends very quickly." Indian Armed forces launched Operation Sindoor at 1:44 am IST on May 7 and carried out a series of precision strikes targeting nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes early Wednesday, calling them a “focused, measured and non-escalatory” response to the recent attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where terrorists brutally killed 26 civilians, mostly tourists. A press release by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), shared just before 2 am IST , officially announced the launch of ‘Operation Sindoor’. “India announces Operation Sindoor against terror infrastructure in Pakistan,” the statement read, linking the operation directly to the Pahalgam attack on April 22. That assault saw terrorists open fire on unarmed civilians in the Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, killing 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national, most of them tourists. The defence ministry clarified that no military facilities of Pakistan were targeted in the strikes and added: “These steps come in the wake of the barbaric Pahalgam terrorist attack… We are living up to the commitment that those responsible for this attack will be held accountable.”

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The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor, carrying out a series of precision strikes targeting nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes early Wednesday, calling them a “focused, measured and non-escalatory” response to the recent attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where terrorists brutally killed 26 civilians after identifying and segregating them.

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India has issued a strong diplomatic message to Pakistan, urging it not to escalate the situation following Operation Sindoor. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri briefed envoys, asserting that India acted only in response to a terror attack and precisely targeted nine terror camps without civilian harm. India also accused Pakistan of shielding TRF operatives.

India attacks Pak: India claims Pakistan shielding TRF, raising war escalation stakes

Pakistan has intensified shelling along the Line of Control, marking the 16th consecutive day of ceasefire violations. At least 15 civilians are reported dead and over 40 injured. The escalation follows India's Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan. The Indian Army has responded effectively to the provocation with precision artillery fire.

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