India launched Operation Sindoor, striking nine terror targets in Pakistan with Pinaka rocket launchers. Key targets included Lashkar-e-Taiba and Hizbul Mujahideen headquarters. India is developing a 120km range version of the Pinaka, enhancing its precision strike capabilities.
Police in Nawada, Bihar, arrested two men after a viral video depicted a couple being harassed. The incident involved men forcing a burqa-clad woman to remove her veil and compelling her male cousin to apply sindoor on her forehead.
Two men were arrested in Nawada, Bihar, after a viral video depicted a couple being harassed by a group of men. The accused allegedly forced a burqa-clad woman to remove her veil and compelled her male cousin to apply sindoor on her forehead. Police registered an FIR and are conducting raids to apprehend other suspects.
India's Defence Ministry denies hiding casualties in Operation Sindoor, clarifies Defence Minister's statement was to debunk false narratives about pilot losses.
The Indian government has officially released the names of six soldiers, five from the Army and one from the Air Force, who were martyred during Operation Sindoor in May 2025. Their names are now inscribed at the National War Memorial.
India has publicly identified six armed forces personnel, including five from the Army and one from the Air Force, who died during Operation Sindoor in May 2025, a military response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Their names will be engraved at the National War Memorial in New Delhi, and two received posthumous gallantry awards.
The article discusses India's pursuit of self-reliance in defence, drawing lessons from Iran's missile and drone strategy and Ukraine's drone improvisation. It highlights India's diverse defence ecosystem and tailored approach, citing Operation Sindoor as an example of indigenous system success.
India and Pakistan cricket captains Harmanpreet Kaur and Fatima Sana did not shake hands at the toss before their T20 World Cup match. This follows a 'no-handshake' policy adopted by Indian teams since last year's Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated India will not allow Indus river waters to reach "patrons of terror," reinforcing the nation's stance against Pakistan. He highlighted India's growing global role, defence production, and economic progress, while criticizing opposition parties and the previous UPA government.
India has received its fourth S-400 air defence squadron from Russia, part of a 2018 deal for five systems. The system, crucial for long-range aerial defence, was deployed after earlier delays due to the Ukraine conflict. It played a role in 'Operation Sindoor,' reportedly downing a Pakistani aircraft.
Operation Sindoor saw India strike Pakistani airbases and intercept projectiles, compelling Pakistan to seek peace within 88 hours. The nuclear-armed neighbors maintain near-parity arsenals, with Pakistan possessing ~170 warheads and India ~172.
Indian Army chief Upendra Dwivedi warned Pakistan that if it continues to harbor terrorists and operate against India, it must "decide whether they want to be part of geography or history or not." The remarks were made during an event marking the anniversary of Operation Sindoor, where India conducted precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan.
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan attributes India's success in Operation Sindoor to integrated systems and situational awareness, warns of future multi-domain conflicts, and discusses challenges and progress in military reforms.
India's MEA urged China to consider the reputational damage of backing Pakistan's terrorist infrastructure, following reports of Chinese tech assistance during last year's Operation Sindoor. The ministry stated these reports corroborated existing knowledge, emphasizing that supporting such infrastructure impacts a nation's standing.
Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir stated India sought US mediation for a ceasefire after Operation Sindoor. This claim contrasts with US lobbying records. These documents reveal Pakistan's extensive engagement with American officials during the same period. India launched Operation Sindoor following a terror attack. The operation targeted terror infrastructure.
China has for the first time publicly acknowledged providing on-ground technical assistance to Pakistan during India's Operation Sindoor last year. Chinese engineers from AVIC's Chengdu Aircraft Design and Research Institute were involved in ensuring Pakistani aircraft operated at full combat capability. This marks the first official indication of direct Chinese personnel involvement in supporting Pakistani military operations during the conflict.
Following a deadly terror attack in Kashmir, India launched precision strikes on militant camps in Pakistan, escalating tensions to a full military standoff. Despite Pakistan's nuclear threats, India maintained a strong stance, ultimately leading to a ceasefire after significant damage to Pakistani military assets.
Following a deadly terror attack in Kashmir, India launched precision strikes on militant camps in Pakistan, escalating tensions to a full military standoff. Despite Pakistan's nuclear threats, India maintained a strong stance, ultimately leading to a ceasefire after significant damage to Pakistani military assets.
India's Operation Sindoor, though its kinetic phase has ended, continues to exert pressure on Pakistan. Following successful strikes on terror infrastructure and air defenses, India remains vigilant, ready to retaliate against any future provocations. Beyond military action, diplomatic and economic measures are actively impacting Islamabad, ensuring Pakistan remains militarily unbalanced and countering its narrative.
India marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, a decisive response to Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism following the deadly Pahalgam attack. The Ministry of External Affairs stated the world recognized the attack and India's right to self-defense. The operation successfully targeted terror launchpads, demonstrating India's commitment to combating terrorism.
Indian forces successfully neutralized 13 Pakistani aircraft and struck 11 airfields during Op Sindoor, with evidence readily available. Nine terrorist camps were also decimated on May 7. Pakistan failed to inflict significant damage on Indian infrastructure, highlighting India's decisive response and strategic restraint in defending its sovereignty.
