Operation Sindoor

Jaishankar Clarifies: No Trade Linkage in Operation Sindoor Talks, Pakistan Requested Ceasefire via DGMO Channel

Jaishankar Clarifies: No Trade Linkage in Operation Sindoor Talks, Pakistan Requested Ceasefire via DGMO Channel

New Delhi, July 28, 2025: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar firmly stated in the Lok Sabha that there was never any trade-related linkage discussed with the United States concerning Operation Sindoor, India's military response to the Pahalgam terror attack. He emphasized that the request for a halt in military action came directly from Pakistan via the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) communication channel, not as a result of any external pressure.Intervening during a special parliamentary discussion on India’s decisive Operation Sindoor, Jaishankar underscored that India's diplomatic outreach was key in securing global support after the Pahalgam attack. According to…
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Rajnath Singh Opens Lok Sabha Debate on Operation Sindoor, Declares: “Not a War, But a Just Retaliation”

Rajnath Singh Opens Lok Sabha Debate on Operation Sindoor, Declares: “Not a War, But a Just Retaliation”

New Delhi (National Times): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh kick-started a high-voltage debate in the Lok Sabha on Monday with a powerful and detailed account of Operation Sindoor, India's strategic military response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Singh praised the valour of Indian soldiers, outlined the precision of the strikes, and asserted that India’s actions were aimed at neutralizing terror infrastructure, not escalating war. “I begin by paying heartfelt tribute to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives for the country,” said Singh, addressing the House. “Operation Sindoor was a calibrated, well-planned military initiative. Within just 22 minutes, nine terror…
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Parliament Gears Up for High-Stakes 16-Hour Debate on ‘Operation Sindoor’ Amid Monsoon Session

Parliament Gears Up for High-Stakes 16-Hour Debate on ‘Operation Sindoor’ Amid Monsoon Session

New Delhi (National Times): The Lok Sabha is set to witness a heated 16-hour-long debate on Monday, July 28, over Operation Sindoor, India’s military counterstrike following the recent Pahalgam terror attack. The discussion marks a crucial moment in the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament, with both the ruling NDA and the Opposition INDIA bloc expected to lock horns on key aspects of the operation and its geopolitical implications. According to Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, the Business Advisory Committee had unanimously decided to prioritise a special discussion on Operation Sindoor, following persistent demands from the Opposition, especially the Congress, for clarity…
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NCERT to Introduce Modules on Operation Sindoor to Highlight India’s Military Prowess

NCERT to Introduce Modules on Operation Sindoor to Highlight India’s Military Prowess

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In a move aimed at instilling awareness of national security and military achievements among students, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is preparing two educational modules centered on Operation Sindoor, India’s recent cross-border counter-terror operation against targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. According to senior officials from the Ministry of Education, the initiative is designed to familiarize schoolchildren with India’s military capabilities and the response to terrorism emanating from across the border. "Two special modules are currently under development. The first will be tailored for students in Classes 3 to 8, while the…
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NCERT to Introduce Special Modules on Operation Sindoor for School Students

NCERT to Introduce Special Modules on Operation Sindoor for School Students

New Delhi: The National Council for Education Research and Training (NCERT) is preparing two dedicated educational modules on Operation Sindoor India’s recent strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan to raise awareness among students about the nation’s military capabilities, sources from the education ministry confirmed on Saturday.These modules aim to highlight the achievements of India and its Armed Forces. One version will be designed for students in Classes 3 to 8, while the second, more advanced version will be intended for students from Classes 9 to 12. Each module will span eight to ten pages, narrating how India decisively responded to…
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Parliament Set for 16-Hour Debate on Pahalgam Terror Attack and Operation Sindoor Next Week

Parliament Set for 16-Hour Debate on Pahalgam Terror Attack and Operation Sindoor Next Week

New Delhi, July 25, 2025 — The Indian Parliament is preparing for a 16-hour-long debate in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha next week on the Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent Operation Sindoor. This follows mounting pressure from the Opposition, which has demanded a clear response from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the matter.The Lok Sabha is scheduled to begin the discussion on July 28, followed by the Rajya Sabha on July 29, provided that the sessions proceed without disruptions. The decision comes after meetings of the Business Advisory Committees (BAC) of both Houses, where the government agreed to…
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Operation Sindoor: Satellite Imagery Suggests Indian Missile Strike on Pakistan’s Nuclear Site at Kirana Hills

Operation Sindoor: Satellite Imagery Suggests Indian Missile Strike on Pakistan’s Nuclear Site at Kirana Hills

New Delhi/Islamabad (National Times): New satellite imagery has surfaced, appearing to confirm a missile strike by India on Pakistan’s sensitive Kirana Hills region, home to key elements of its nuclear infrastructure. The development marks a significant turn in the narrative around Operation Sindoor, the covert Indian military campaign carried out in May 2025. The imagery, captured by Google Earth in June 2025 and analyzed by noted geo-intelligence expert Damien Symon, reveals what appears to be a missile impact point in the Sargodha district of Pakistan’s Punjab province — specifically, in the Kirana Hills, long linked to the country’s nuclear program.…
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Trump May Visit Pakistan in September, Possibly India Too; Islamabad Denies Confirmation

Trump May Visit Pakistan in September, Possibly India Too; Islamabad Denies Confirmation

National Times Bureau, July 17, 2025 — United States President Donald Trump is likely to visit Pakistan in September, according to multiple media reports in the country. Citing sources close to the matter, Reuters also reported that after his Pakistan visit, Trump may make a stop in India as part of his South Asia tour.While there has been no official confirmation, Pakistan’s foreign office has stated that it is unaware of any such plans. If confirmed, Trump’s visit would mark the first by a U.S. President to Pakistan in nearly two decades — the last being George W. Bush in…
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Sonia Gandhi to Lead Congress Strategy Meet Ahead of Stormy Monsoon Session in Parliament

Sonia Gandhi to Lead Congress Strategy Meet Ahead of Stormy Monsoon Session in Parliament

New Delhi, July 13, 2025 — Congress Parliamentary Party leader Sonia Gandhi will chair a crucial strategy meeting on Tuesday to chalk out the party’s approach for the upcoming Monsoon session of Parliament, as the opposition gears up for potential clashes with the government over a host of sensitive issues.The session, now scheduled from July 21 to August 21, has been extended by a week beyond its original timeline, signaling the government’s intent to push through significant legislative business. Among the key items on the government’s agenda is legislation to pave the way for private sector participation in India’s nuclear…
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Row Erupts Over Indian Defence Attache’s Remarks on IAF Losses During Operation Sindoor

Row Erupts Over Indian Defence Attache’s Remarks on IAF Losses During Operation Sindoor

New Delhi/Jakarta, June 30, 2025 — A political controversy has erupted over remarks made by Captain Shiv Kumar, the Indian defence attache in Indonesia, who indicated that the Indian Air Force lost fighter jets during the initial phase of Operation Sindoor due to restrictions imposed by political leadership against striking Pakistani military targets.A video of Captain Kumar’s comments from a June 10 seminar in Jakarta surfaced on Sunday, prompting sharp reactions from India’s political opposition and clarifications from the Indian embassy in Indonesia.Captain Kumar, a Navy officer, had been speaking at a university seminar titled “Analysis of the Pakistan-India Air…
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