India-Pakistan Tensions Highlights: 'Water & blood cannot flow together', PM Modi says Pakistan must destroy terror infra
India Pakistan Tensions Live Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Operation Sindoor was not just a military strike but a "doctrinal change" in India’s approach to terrorism, marking a new policy of uncompromising retaliation against any attack on Indian citizens.
In his first televised address since India launched cruise missile strikes on terror facilities in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), PM Modi declared that the operation would be “continuing and decisive.”
“Operation Sindoor has not ended; it will be a sustained response to state-sponsored terror. This is the new normal. India will strike at the heart of terror decisively if our citizens are attacked,” he said.
Responding to warnings from Islamabad, PM Modi made it clear that “nuclear blackmail will not work against India.”
The PM dedicated the operation to the women of India, referring to the recent Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26.
“Terrorists dared to wipe the sindoor from the foreheads of our sisters. That’s why India destroyed the very headquarters of terror,” he said.
He said more than 100 terrorists who were “roaming freely in Pakistan” were eliminated and their camps reduced to rubble.
“India has killed those who conspired openly. We attacked the heart of Pakistan, destroyed their air bases, and rattled them. Pakistan had to beg for peace,” Modi said.
The Prime Minister’s message underlined a strategic shift: India would no longer treat terror groups and their state sponsors as separate entities. He also reiterated that any dialogue with Pakistan would be limited to terrorism and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir.
Operation Sindoor, he said, is not just a military name, but “a reflection of the people’s sentiment.”
“India will not tolerate terrorism in any form—this is a new India, and this is our policy,” PM Modi concluded.
Stay tuned to this live blog for real-time developments as the India-Pakistan standoff intensifies.
In his first televised address since India launched cruise missile strikes on terror facilities in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), PM Modi declared that the operation would be “continuing and decisive.”
“Operation Sindoor has not ended; it will be a sustained response to state-sponsored terror. This is the new normal. India will strike at the heart of terror decisively if our citizens are attacked,” he said.
Responding to warnings from Islamabad, PM Modi made it clear that “nuclear blackmail will not work against India.”
The PM dedicated the operation to the women of India, referring to the recent Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26.
“Terrorists dared to wipe the sindoor from the foreheads of our sisters. That’s why India destroyed the very headquarters of terror,” he said.
He said more than 100 terrorists who were “roaming freely in Pakistan” were eliminated and their camps reduced to rubble.
“India has killed those who conspired openly. We attacked the heart of Pakistan, destroyed their air bases, and rattled them. Pakistan had to beg for peace,” Modi said.
The Prime Minister’s message underlined a strategic shift: India would no longer treat terror groups and their state sponsors as separate entities. He also reiterated that any dialogue with Pakistan would be limited to terrorism and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir.
Operation Sindoor, he said, is not just a military name, but “a reflection of the people’s sentiment.”
“India will not tolerate terrorism in any form—this is a new India, and this is our policy,” PM Modi concluded.
Stay tuned to this live blog for real-time developments as the India-Pakistan standoff intensifies.
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22:54 (IST) May 12
Pakistan violates ceasefire again: Drones shot down near J&K's Samba
Suspected Pakistani drones were detected and engaged along the International Border in Jammu’s Samba district on Monday, in what officials described as yet another ceasefire violation. According to Army sources cited by PTI, security forces responded swiftly, intercepting and engaging the UAVs shortly after they were spotted.
“A small number of suspected drones have been observed near Samba in J&K. They are being engaged,” said an Army official, assuring that the situation is under control and there is no need for public alarm.
ANI also quoted Army sources saying, “Comparatively, a very small number of drones have come in the Samba sector. They are being engaged and there is nothing to be alarmed.”
“A small number of suspected drones have been observed near Samba in J&K. They are being engaged,” said an Army official, assuring that the situation is under control and there is no need for public alarm.
ANI also quoted Army sources saying, “Comparatively, a very small number of drones have come in the Samba sector. They are being engaged and there is nothing to be alarmed.”
22:22 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Hoshiarpur announces precautionary blackout today
Hoshiarpur Deputy Commissioner Aashika Jain has announced a precautionary partial blackout in the localities of Dasuya and Mukerian for a limited duration. She has urged residents of Hoshiarpur to participate in a voluntary blackout and remain indoors during this period. Deputy Commissioner Aashika Jain has emphasised that there is no cause for alarm.
22:16 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Amit Shah lauds PM Modi leadership
Union home minister Amit Shah has expressed on Twitter, “Nation salutes the unparalleled valour of our Armed Forces – the destroyers of our enemies and the shield of Bharat. We also salute our first line of defence, the courageous personnel of the BSF. The bravery of our forces will forever be etched in our glorious history. I congratulate PM Modi for his exemplary leadership in delivering justice to the departed souls of our innocent brothers. Time and again, PM Modi has proven that no enemy of Bharat can go unpunished.”
21:31 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Heightened alert in Jammu region following cross-border drone intrusion attempt, reported ANI
21:27 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Red streaks seen and explosions heard as India's air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout in J&K's Samba, reported ANI.
20:59 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: 'This is not the era of war, but this is also not the era of terrorism,' says PM Modi
PM Modi said, "We have defeated Pakistan every time on the battlefield and this time Operation Sindoor has added a new dimension... During this operation, the authenticity of our 'Made in India' weapons was proved...We all should remain united against all types of terrorism. Our unity is our biggest strength."
20:41 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: ‘Terror will end Pakistan if it doesn’t act’, says PM Modi’s stern warning to Islamabad
In a scathing address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned Pakistan that its continued support to terrorism would eventually lead to its own downfall.
“The way Pakistan’s military and government are helping terrorism flourish, it will end Pakistan one day,” PM Modi said, adding, “If Pakistan wants to be spared, it has to abolish its terror infrastructure.”
The Prime Minister reiterated India’s longstanding position, “Terror aur trade ek saath nahi chal sakte, paani aur khoon bhi ek saath nahi beh sakte”, drawing a hard line between diplomacy and security.
He also made it clear that India will not differentiate between terrorists and their sponsors. “We will not see separately the government which is under the influence of terrorists and the handlers of terrorists,” he declared.
“The way Pakistan’s military and government are helping terrorism flourish, it will end Pakistan one day,” PM Modi said, adding, “If Pakistan wants to be spared, it has to abolish its terror infrastructure.”
The Prime Minister reiterated India’s longstanding position, “Terror aur trade ek saath nahi chal sakte, paani aur khoon bhi ek saath nahi beh sakte”, drawing a hard line between diplomacy and security.
He also made it clear that India will not differentiate between terrorists and their sponsors. “We will not see separately the government which is under the influence of terrorists and the handlers of terrorists,” he declared.
20:37 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: PM reiterates India’s hardline stance on Pakistan, invokes Buddha’s message of peace through strength
Prime Minister Narendra Modi made it clear that India will not engage in talks with Pakistan unless they are focused on terrorism and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
“If there will be talks between India and Pakistan, it will only be on terrorism and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir,” he said. “India’s stand has been clear—terror, trade and talks cannot go together.”
The address comes two days after India and Pakistan agreed to halt military actions following Operation Sindoor, a major cross-border strike launched by India in response to the Pahalgam terror attack.
Modi invoked Buddha Purnima, saying, “Lord Buddha showed us the path of peace. But ‘shaanti ka maarg bhi shakti se hokar jaata hai’, the path to peace goes through strength.”
The Prime Minister also saluted the Indian Armed Forces for their swift and decisive response. “I once again want to salute the Indian Armed Forces. I also bow to the pledge of every Indian to stay united. Bharat Mata ki Jai,” he said, concluding his address with a message of national resolve.
“If there will be talks between India and Pakistan, it will only be on terrorism and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir,” he said. “India’s stand has been clear—terror, trade and talks cannot go together.”
The address comes two days after India and Pakistan agreed to halt military actions following Operation Sindoor, a major cross-border strike launched by India in response to the Pahalgam terror attack.
Modi invoked Buddha Purnima, saying, “Lord Buddha showed us the path of peace. But ‘shaanti ka maarg bhi shakti se hokar jaata hai’, the path to peace goes through strength.”
The Prime Minister also saluted the Indian Armed Forces for their swift and decisive response. “I once again want to salute the Indian Armed Forces. I also bow to the pledge of every Indian to stay united. Bharat Mata ki Jai,” he said, concluding his address with a message of national resolve.
20:34 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Terror universities razed, PM Modi says Muridke, Bahawalpur were hubs of global terror in address on Operation Sindoor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a televised address to the nation Monday night, said India’s strikes under Operation Sindoor dismantled not just terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan but also their “courage” and state-backed support system.
“When Indian missiles and drones attacked those sites in Pakistan, it was not just the buildings of the terrorist organisations but their courage also shook,” Modi said. He named Muridke and Bahawalpur as "universities of global terrorism", alleging links to attacks like 9/11 and major terror attacks in India.
“These were not ordinary terror hideouts, these were launchpads for global jihad. The world now knows where the roots lie,” he added.
Modi also accused Pakistan’s military of open support to terrorism. “The world has seen that dirty truth of Pakistan when the high-ranked officers of the Army bid the slain terrorists adieu. There cannot be a bigger proof of state-sponsored terrorism,” he said.
Reiterating his government’s stance, Modi said the operations are “only in abeyance” and that India’s future action will depend entirely on Pakistan’s behaviour going forward.
“When Indian missiles and drones attacked those sites in Pakistan, it was not just the buildings of the terrorist organisations but their courage also shook,” Modi said. He named Muridke and Bahawalpur as "universities of global terrorism", alleging links to attacks like 9/11 and major terror attacks in India.
“These were not ordinary terror hideouts, these were launchpads for global jihad. The world now knows where the roots lie,” he added.
Modi also accused Pakistan’s military of open support to terrorism. “The world has seen that dirty truth of Pakistan when the high-ranked officers of the Army bid the slain terrorists adieu. There cannot be a bigger proof of state-sponsored terrorism,” he said.
Reiterating his government’s stance, Modi said the operations are “only in abeyance” and that India’s future action will depend entirely on Pakistan’s behaviour going forward.
20:27 (IST) May 12
‘A new line has been drawn’: PM Modi declares end to tolerance for terror in address on Operation Sindoor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a sharp and unequivocal address to the nation on Monday evening, said India will no longer differentiate between terrorists and their state sponsors, declaring that Operation Sindoor marks a new policy in the country’s fight against terrorism.
“We will not see separately terrorists and their state sponsors,” PM Modi said, referring to Pakistan without naming it directly. He added, “India will not tolerate any nuclear blackmail.”
Describing Operation Sindoor as a decisive turning point, PM Modi said, “A new line has been drawn. This is now India's new policy against terrorism.” The operation, launched after the Pahalgam terror attack, saw Indian forces targeting terror hubs and military installations across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, killing over 100 terrorists.
PM Modi made it clear the truce was conditional. “We have only kept in abeyance our operations against Pakistan. The future will depend on their behaviour,” he warned.
“We will not see separately terrorists and their state sponsors,” PM Modi said, referring to Pakistan without naming it directly. He added, “India will not tolerate any nuclear blackmail.”
Describing Operation Sindoor as a decisive turning point, PM Modi said, “A new line has been drawn. This is now India's new policy against terrorism.” The operation, launched after the Pahalgam terror attack, saw Indian forces targeting terror hubs and military installations across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, killing over 100 terrorists.
PM Modi made it clear the truce was conditional. “We have only kept in abeyance our operations against Pakistan. The future will depend on their behaviour,” he warned.
20:24 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: ‘Pakistan contacted us in desperation after being soundly beaten’, says PM Modi on Operation Sindoor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on said Pakistan “contacted us in desperation” after being soundly beaten, and India only considered halting its operations after Islamabad promised to stop its "misadventure."
Speaking to the nation, PM Modi said, “The terrorists removed the 'sindoor' of our sisters. That’s why India annihilated the terror headquarters.”
Referring to the Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 dead, the Prime Minister said India had responded with precision and strength. “More than 100 dreaded terrorists were slaughtered in the Indian attack. Terrorists who were openly conspiring against India were roaming freely in Pakistan, but India slaughtered them in just one go,” he said.
Calling India’s action a “huge setback for Pakistan,” PM Modi added that the strikes targeted the very infrastructure of cross-border terrorism. He said that India only paused military action after Pakistan pleaded for it and gave assurances of ceasing further attacks.
Speaking to the nation, PM Modi said, “The terrorists removed the 'sindoor' of our sisters. That’s why India annihilated the terror headquarters.”
Referring to the Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 dead, the Prime Minister said India had responded with precision and strength. “More than 100 dreaded terrorists were slaughtered in the Indian attack. Terrorists who were openly conspiring against India were roaming freely in Pakistan, but India slaughtered them in just one go,” he said.
Calling India’s action a “huge setback for Pakistan,” PM Modi added that the strikes targeted the very infrastructure of cross-border terrorism. He said that India only paused military action after Pakistan pleaded for it and gave assurances of ceasing further attacks.
20:21 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Our army, navy, air force, BSF and all other forces remain on alert, says PM Modi
PM Mod said, "We have only paused our retaliatory action on Pakistan’s terrorist and military infrastructures for now. In upcoming days, every step taken by Pakistan will be keenly observed based on the approach and conduct it adopts."
20:21 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: PM Modi addresses Pakistan terrorism links
During his address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "When Indian missiles and drones attacked those sites in Pakistan, it was not just the buildings of the terrorist organisations but their courage also shook. Terrorist sites like Bhawalpur and Muridke were the universities of global terrorism. All big terrorist attacks in the world, including 9/11 or big terrorist attacks in India, are somehow or the other connected to these terrorist sites..."
20:20 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: 'Pakistan ki tayyari seema par vaar ki thi lekin Bharat ne Pakistan ke seene par vaar kar diya,' says PM Modi
In his address to the nation, PM Modi said, "...No nuclear blackmail will be tolerated anymore..." He added, "Terrorist attack on India will have to face a befitting reply, and the response will be on our terms"
20:18 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: India strikes, attacks now paused, tells PM Modi
In his address to the nation, PM Modi said, "...We have just paused our attacks on the terrorist and military sites of Pakistan..." "Pakistan ki tayyari seema par vaar ki thi leking Bharat ne Pakistan ke seene par vaar kar diya," said Prime Minister Narendra Modi
20:17 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Operation Sindoor is not just a name, says PM Modi
During his address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated, "Operation Sindoor is not just a name. It is a reflection of the feelings of millions of people in the country. Operation Sindoor is an unbroken pledge of justice. Late night of 6 May and morning of 7 May, the whole world has seen this pledge turning into results."
20:15 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Armed forces crush terror strongholds, says PM Modi
In his address to the nation, PM Modi said that Indian armed forces attacked the terrorist sites in Pakistan. He mentioned that terrorists wouldn't have dreamed that India would take such big steps. According to him, when Indian missiles and drones attacked those sites in Pakistan, it was not just the buildings of the terrorists, but their courage was thrashed.
20:14 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: India’s armed forces carried out precise strikes on terrorist hideouts, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Modi said that India’s armed forces executed precise strikes on terrorist hideouts and training centres in Pakistan. He remarked that the terrorists could never have imagined, even in their dreams, that India would take such a bold decision. He added that when a nation stands united and is guided by the spirit of ‘nation first’, decisions as strong as steel are made and powerful results are achieved. Prime Minister Modi emphasised that when India’s missiles and drones targeted terrorist hubs in Pakistan, not only were their buildings destroyed but also their stockpiles of weapons.
20:13 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Terror sites demolished, spirit broken, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Modi, addressing the nation, said that when Indian missiles and drones targeted terror sites in Pakistan, it was not just the buildings that were destroyed but also the spirit of the adversaries. He emphasised that with 'Nation First' as the guiding principle, firm and resolute decisions are made.
20:12 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Enemy has now realised consequences of removing sindoor, PM Modi said
On May 7, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the enemy has now realised the consequences of removing 'sindoor' from the forehead of our women, emphasising that Operation Sindoor was not just a name. He said that on May 7, the whole world saw India's resolve turn into action.
20:09 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Pahalgam attack was the most barbaric face of terrorism; it was a personal pain for me, says PM Modi
PM Modi mourned Pahalgam terror assault, saying, " The Pahalgam attack was the most barbaric face of terrorism; it was a personal pain for me."
"We gave armed forces full liberty to grind terrorists into dust," the PM added. "Our brave soldiers have shown unparalleled valour in achieving the objectives of Operation Sindoor. Today, I dedicate their courage, their bravery, and their heroism to them. I also dedicate this heroism to every mother, sister, and daughter of our nation,” he said.
"We gave armed forces full liberty to grind terrorists into dust," the PM added. "Our brave soldiers have shown unparalleled valour in achieving the objectives of Operation Sindoor. Today, I dedicate their courage, their bravery, and their heroism to them. I also dedicate this heroism to every mother, sister, and daughter of our nation,” he said.
20:06 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: 'I dedicate this bravery of armed forces to mothers, sisters and daughters of this country,' says PM Modi on Operation Sindoor
During his address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Today, I dedicate this valour, bravery, courage (of armed forces) to every mother of our country, to every sister of the country and to every daughter of the country."
20:05 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: PM Modi lauds nation and intelligence
In his address to the nation, PM Modi says, "We all have seen the capability and patience of the country in the last few days. I salute the armed forces, the military, the intelligence agency and the scientists...."
20:04 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Salute our armed forces for the success of Operation Sindoor, says PM Modi
19:41 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: People have never really used trade the way I used it, says Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump has said, "...I'm very proud to let you know that the leadership of Indian and Pakistan was unwavering and powerful, but unwavering in both cases - they really were from the standpoint of having the strength and the wisdom and fortitude to fully know and to understand the gravity of the situation. And we helped a lot, and we also helped with trade. I said. Come on, we're going to do a lot of trade with you guys. Let's stop it, let's stop it. If you stop it, we're doing trade. If you don't stop it, we're not going to do any trade. People have never really used trade the way I used it. By that, I can tell you, and all of a sudden they said. I think we're gonna stop, and they have."
19:38 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: 'US stopped nuclear conflict', says Trump's big claim on India-Pak ceasefire
US President Donald Trump, while addressing a press conference, stated, “On Saturday, my Administration helped broker a full and immediate ceasefire — I think a permanent one — between India and Pakistan, ending a dangerous conflict of two nations with lots of nuclear weapons… We helped a lot, and we helped with the trade. I said, Come on, we are going to do a lot of trade with you guys, so let’s stop it. People would have never really used trade the way I used it. Then all of a sudden they said- let’s stop."
19:29 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Flight operations to resume at Srinagar airport from Tuesday
19:09 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Director Generals of Military Operations of India and Pakistan held talks today, sources said.
Director Generals of Military Operations of India and Pakistan held talks today, sources said, ANI reported. They said talks between the two DGMOs have been completed for today. The DGMO-level talks between the two countries, which were initially slated to take place around noon on Monday, were later scheduled for the evening.
The two countries reached an understanding on Saturday on the stoppage of firing and military action following a call made by the Pakistan DGMO to his Indian counterpart Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai. Lt Gen Ghai, who interacted with the media at a joint press conference on Sunday, said his Pakistan counterpart proposed during an interaction on Saturday that "we cease hostilities". "My communication with the Pak DGMO was conducted at 15:35 hrs yesterday (Saturday) and resulted in cessation of cross-border firing and air intrusions by either side with effect from 17:00 hrs, May 10, after he proposed that we cease hostilities. We also decided to further speak on May 12 at 12:00 hrs to discuss the modalities that would enable the longevity of this understanding," Lt Gen Ghai said.
"However, disappointingly, expectedly, it took only a couple of hours for the Pakistan Army to violate these arrangements by cross-border and across the Line of Control (LoC) firing, followed by drone intrusions last night and in the early hours of today (Sunday). These violations were responded to robustly," he added. Lt Gen Ghai said his counterpart was informed about the violations through a hotline message. India made its intent clear that it would respond to the same "fiercely" if repeated, for which the Chief of Army Staff has granted full authority to the Army Commanders. India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 and struck nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir in response to a ghastly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last month in which 26 people were killed.
The two countries reached an understanding on Saturday on the stoppage of firing and military action following a call made by the Pakistan DGMO to his Indian counterpart Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai. Lt Gen Ghai, who interacted with the media at a joint press conference on Sunday, said his Pakistan counterpart proposed during an interaction on Saturday that "we cease hostilities". "My communication with the Pak DGMO was conducted at 15:35 hrs yesterday (Saturday) and resulted in cessation of cross-border firing and air intrusions by either side with effect from 17:00 hrs, May 10, after he proposed that we cease hostilities. We also decided to further speak on May 12 at 12:00 hrs to discuss the modalities that would enable the longevity of this understanding," Lt Gen Ghai said.
"However, disappointingly, expectedly, it took only a couple of hours for the Pakistan Army to violate these arrangements by cross-border and across the Line of Control (LoC) firing, followed by drone intrusions last night and in the early hours of today (Sunday). These violations were responded to robustly," he added. Lt Gen Ghai said his counterpart was informed about the violations through a hotline message. India made its intent clear that it would respond to the same "fiercely" if repeated, for which the Chief of Army Staff has granted full authority to the Army Commanders. India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 and struck nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir in response to a ghastly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last month in which 26 people were killed.
19:04 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Left parties back Misri, Brittas writes to home minister demanding probe into online trolling faced by FS
Left parties on Monday slammed the trolls targeting Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, with the CPI(M) questioning the BJP-led government's silence over the issue and its leader, John Brittas, writing to Home Minister Amit Shah for an inquiry into the online attacks faced by the senior diplomat. In a post on X, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) shared an image quoting a report on Misri and his daughter being trolled online.
"Why is the government silent? Shame on the trolls," the CPI(M) said.
Brittas, the parliamentary party leader of the CPI(M) in the Rajya Sabha and a member of the Parliamentary Panel on External Affairs, condemned the barrage of online attacks targeting Misri and his family, and requested the home minister to take action.
Brittas said the coordinated online assaults, far from being isolated acts of malice, reveal a disturbing pattern of digital defamation aimed at discrediting the very custodians of the country's constitutional and administrative order.
"It is distressing that his articulation of policies and decisions, duly approved by the ruling dispensation, has been misconstrued and cynically weaponised to personally vilify him. It is, therefore, deeply alarming that Shri Misri has been singled out for a vile torrent of abuse on social media, with his children even being dragged into the mire of toxic commentary," the Left leader said.
"Why is the government silent? Shame on the trolls," the CPI(M) said.
Brittas, the parliamentary party leader of the CPI(M) in the Rajya Sabha and a member of the Parliamentary Panel on External Affairs, condemned the barrage of online attacks targeting Misri and his family, and requested the home minister to take action.
Brittas said the coordinated online assaults, far from being isolated acts of malice, reveal a disturbing pattern of digital defamation aimed at discrediting the very custodians of the country's constitutional and administrative order.
"It is distressing that his articulation of policies and decisions, duly approved by the ruling dispensation, has been misconstrued and cynically weaponised to personally vilify him. It is, therefore, deeply alarming that Shri Misri has been singled out for a vile torrent of abuse on social media, with his children even being dragged into the mire of toxic commentary," the Left leader said.
18:48 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: 'An all-party meeting should have been called', says Karnataka CM amid ongoing India-Pak tension
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday stressed that the Centre should convene an all-party meeting after the announcement of cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan.
Speaking to the media, Siddaramaiah said, "Ceasefire has been declared. Both countries have agreed. DGMOs are meeting. Let's see what decision is made there. An all-party meeting should have been called before the Ceasefire. Parliament should have also been held along with it. It's a very serious matter."
Earlier on Sunday, in a joint press conference held at the National Media Centre, the senior-most operational commanders from all three wings of the Indian Armed Forces revealed the significant outcomes of India's Operation Sindoor.
During the briefing, the Indian Armed Forces issued a clear warning to Pakistan, stating, "This time, if Pakistan dare take any action, Pakistan knows what we are going to do"
Speaking to the media, Siddaramaiah said, "Ceasefire has been declared. Both countries have agreed. DGMOs are meeting. Let's see what decision is made there. An all-party meeting should have been called before the Ceasefire. Parliament should have also been held along with it. It's a very serious matter."
Earlier on Sunday, in a joint press conference held at the National Media Centre, the senior-most operational commanders from all three wings of the Indian Armed Forces revealed the significant outcomes of India's Operation Sindoor.
During the briefing, the Indian Armed Forces issued a clear warning to Pakistan, stating, "This time, if Pakistan dare take any action, Pakistan knows what we are going to do"
18:26 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Col Qureshi left lasting impression on students during her Kolkata stint, recalls civilian officer
Long before Colonel Sofiya Qureshi became a national icon as one of the leaders of Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army officer was an inspiration to thousands of students in West Bengal. Qureshi, who was posted at Fort William in Kolkata in 2022, had left a lasting impression on youngsters with her calm yet firm mentorship during a webinar organised by the West Bengal Minority Development and Finance Corporation (WBMDFC), corporation chairman and MD, PB Salim, told PTI.
Fort William serves as the headquarters of the Eastern Command of the Indian Army.
Qureshi may have walked into the talks as a guide for the WBMDFC's Career Guidance Series that was attended by students and professionals from diverse walks of life, largely confined to their homes facing career uncertainties, but she left the platform a hero, Salim, who vividly recalls the session, said.
"I wanted to be a scientist, but I also nurtured the dream of being in the army, as many members of my family are in the army, though earlier there was no scope for women to join it. But when the entry option came, I immediately took the plunge," Qureshi had told the audience during the session.
Asking the participants, including girls, to "be positive," she had exhorted them not to be discouraged by people's words.
Fort William serves as the headquarters of the Eastern Command of the Indian Army.
Qureshi may have walked into the talks as a guide for the WBMDFC's Career Guidance Series that was attended by students and professionals from diverse walks of life, largely confined to their homes facing career uncertainties, but she left the platform a hero, Salim, who vividly recalls the session, said.
"I wanted to be a scientist, but I also nurtured the dream of being in the army, as many members of my family are in the army, though earlier there was no scope for women to join it. But when the entry option came, I immediately took the plunge," Qureshi had told the audience during the session.
Asking the participants, including girls, to "be positive," she had exhorted them not to be discouraged by people's words.
18:02 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Jamnagar Airport reopens for civilian flight operations.
D K Singh, Airport Director says, "...All the airports have opened for civil aircraft operations, including Jamnagar airport. I am recommending all the passengers to be in touch with the respective airlines and their websites".
17:52 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: Indo-Pak DGMO talks completed for today, say sources, reported ANI
17:45 (IST) May 12
'Till now we have never allowed any third party to interfere in our domestic issues,' says Sharad Pawar
On US President Donald Trump, NCP(SCP) chief Sharad Pawar says, "Till now we have never allowed any third party to interfere in our domestic issues. But this is the first time US President Donald Trump said something regarding our internal issues"
17:34 (IST) May 12
Education dept clears reopening in non-border areas, border district schools stay closed
After reviewing the situation, the Education Department has decided to reopen the non-border districts' educational institutions & Border districts will continue the closure of educational institutions: Divisional Commissioner Jammu
17:21 (IST) May 12
'Pakistan army is a cowardly army': BJP leader Ravinder Raina
BJP leader Ravinder Raina said, "Pakistan army is a cowardly army. When tensions prevailed at the border, the Pakistani Army targeted our populated cities, villages and civilians. In the shelling by Pakistan, Poonch was targeted. Granthis of Gurudwaras, Maulvis, and innocents from Hindu families were targeted in the shelling..."
17:11 (IST) May 12
"Were Pahalgam attack terrorists caught?": Congress' Bhupesh Baghel questions success of Operation Sindoor
Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister and Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel on Monday questioned the success of Operation Sindoor, a military operation against Pakistan conducted by India in response to the terror attack in Pahalgam. Bagel specifically raised doubts about the operation's success, asking whether the terrorists involved in the attack were apprehended.
While the Congress party and the broader opposition have expressed support for the government's retaliatory action, Baghel raised concerns about the central government's handling of the situation.
Speaking to media persons, Baghel said, "26 people lost their lives, were those 4 or 5 terrorists caught? If they were not caught, then how can you say that Operation Sindoor was successful? Who is responsible for the lapse?
The Congress leader further questioned the government's claim of normalcy in Jammu and Kashmir, noting that civilians had visited the region based on government assurances.
"People went to Kashmir on your (government's) assurance that everything is normal. People went there with their families and lost their loved ones," he added.
While the Congress party and the broader opposition have expressed support for the government's retaliatory action, Baghel raised concerns about the central government's handling of the situation.
Speaking to media persons, Baghel said, "26 people lost their lives, were those 4 or 5 terrorists caught? If they were not caught, then how can you say that Operation Sindoor was successful? Who is responsible for the lapse?
The Congress leader further questioned the government's claim of normalcy in Jammu and Kashmir, noting that civilians had visited the region based on government assurances.
"People went to Kashmir on your (government's) assurance that everything is normal. People went there with their families and lost their loved ones," he added.
16:34 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: PM Modi to address nation tonight after ceasefire understanding with Pakistan post Operation Sindoor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation at around 8 pm tonight, marking his first public statement since the launch of Operation Sindoor, officials confirmed on Monday. The address comes two days after India and Pakistan reached an understanding to halt all military actions across land, air, and sea with immediate effect, following a sharp spike in hostilities.
Operation Sindoor was launched by India on the night of May 6–7 in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 people were killed. The Indian military targeted nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, reportedly killing over 100 terrorists.
Operation Sindoor was launched by India on the night of May 6–7 in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 people were killed. The Indian military targeted nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, reportedly killing over 100 terrorists.
16:12 (IST) May 12
JUST IN: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation at around 8 pm today.
15:44 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: BrahMos proof of continuity in governance which cannot be denied, says Jairam Ramesh
With focus on India's defence arsenal, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Monday said the BrahMos missile is a remarkable proof of continuity in governance which simply cannot be denied or erased, "despite it being the regular habit of today's ruling establishment".
Ramesh said the BrahMos missile was inducted into the Indian Navy in 2005 and Indian Army in 2007, while the air-launched variant of BrahMos appeared in 2012, all during Manmohan Singh's tenure.
"It was his leadership that led to the historic Indo-US nuclear agreement of 2005, paving the way for India finally joining the Missile Technology Control Regime eleven years later. It was also during his tenure that the BrahMos Integration Complex in Hyderabad and the Brahmos Aerospace Thiruvananthapuram Limited were established," the Congress general secretary said on X.
Ramesh said the BrahMos missile was inducted into the Indian Navy in 2005 and Indian Army in 2007, while the air-launched variant of BrahMos appeared in 2012, all during Manmohan Singh's tenure.
"It was his leadership that led to the historic Indo-US nuclear agreement of 2005, paving the way for India finally joining the Missile Technology Control Regime eleven years later. It was also during his tenure that the BrahMos Integration Complex in Hyderabad and the Brahmos Aerospace Thiruvananthapuram Limited were established," the Congress general secretary said on X.
15:28 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions: All military bases, systems remain fully operational, says DG Air Operations
India on Monday said all its military bases and systems continue to remain fully operational and ready to undertake any mission if the need arises. At a press briefing here, Director General of Air Operations, IAF, Air Marshal AK Bharti said India's robust air defence system effectively thwarted Pakistani attempts to target Indian installations.
Another highlight was stellar performance of indigenous air defence weapons like Akash system, he said.
The Integrated Air Command and Control system thwarted Pakistan's military offensives.
"Our fight was against terror infrastructure and terrorists but the Pakistan military chose to support terrorists and widened the conflict," the top IAF officer said.
The Indian Army said earlier this morning, "The night remained largely peaceful across Jammu and Kashmir and other areas along the International Border".
"No incidents have been reported, marking the first calm night in recent days," it said in a statement.
Another highlight was stellar performance of indigenous air defence weapons like Akash system, he said.
The Integrated Air Command and Control system thwarted Pakistan's military offensives.
"Our fight was against terror infrastructure and terrorists but the Pakistan military chose to support terrorists and widened the conflict," the top IAF officer said.
The Indian Army said earlier this morning, "The night remained largely peaceful across Jammu and Kashmir and other areas along the International Border".
"No incidents have been reported, marking the first calm night in recent days," it said in a statement.
15:17 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions Live Updates: Association of Indian Diplomats condemns trolling of foreign secretary Vikram Misri
"The Association of Indian Diplomats strongly condemns the trolling and doxing of foreign secretary Vikram Misri and his family. This is appalling and completely unacceptable," reads a statement issued by the Association of Indian Diplomats.
14:29 (IST) May 12
LG Manoj Sinha meets family of civilian killed in Pak shelling in Jammu, assures support
Jammu and Kashmir lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha on Monday visited the family of Zakir Hussain who was killed in Pakistani shelling here. He offered condolences to the family and assured them of full support from the administration. Forty five-year-old Hussain was killed and two others, including a young girl, were injured when Pakistani forces resorted to shelling in Kheri Keran village of Bantalab area on the outskirts of Jammu on May 7.
The shelling came in the wake of Indian Army's strikes on nine terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, carried out in response to the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam that left 26 people dead.
Accompanied by former minister and BJP leader Sham Lal Sharma, the Lieutenant Governor visited Kheri Keran village to meet the bereaved family and assured them of all possible assistance.
"(I) offered my heartfelt condolences and assured the family of all assistance and support from administration," Sinha said on X.
Family members of the deceased demanded that Zakir Hussain's name be included in the list of martyrs since 1947.
"We demand his name be recognised among martyrs and that the family be allotted a petrol pump for sustenance," a family member told reporters.
The shelling came in the wake of Indian Army's strikes on nine terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, carried out in response to the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam that left 26 people dead.
Accompanied by former minister and BJP leader Sham Lal Sharma, the Lieutenant Governor visited Kheri Keran village to meet the bereaved family and assured them of all possible assistance.
"(I) offered my heartfelt condolences and assured the family of all assistance and support from administration," Sinha said on X.
Family members of the deceased demanded that Zakir Hussain's name be included in the list of martyrs since 1947.
"We demand his name be recognised among martyrs and that the family be allotted a petrol pump for sustenance," a family member told reporters.
14:16 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions Live Updates: Talks between India, Pak DGMOs deferred till evening
A scheduled conversation between the Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan will take place on Monday evening, official sources said. The talks over the hotline were previously scheduled at 12 noon. The reason for deferring the talks by few hours is not immediately known.
India launched 'Operation Sindoor' on early May 7 to destroy nine terror infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack.
All subsequent retaliations to Pakistani offensives were carried out under 'Operation Sindoor'.
India and Pakistan on Saturday last announced reaching an understanding to stop all firings and military actions on land, air and sea, with immediate effect.
India launched 'Operation Sindoor' on early May 7 to destroy nine terror infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack.
All subsequent retaliations to Pakistani offensives were carried out under 'Operation Sindoor'.
India and Pakistan on Saturday last announced reaching an understanding to stop all firings and military actions on land, air and sea, with immediate effect.
13:07 (IST) May 12
Congress seeks Centre's clarification on third-party mediation in Kashmir issue
The Congress on Monday urged the Centre to clarify whether it is open to third-party mediation on the Kashmir issue, warning that such a stance could potentially violate the Simla Agreement. The grand old party pointed to US President Donald Trump's daily statements, claiming that he was intervening in the matter, and said a clarification from the union government on the matter was inevitable.
While addressing a party programme here, AICC general secretary K C Venugopal said the party wants to know whether there has been a shift in the country's foreign policy, and therefore the matter has to be taken up in the Parliament at the earliest.
Questions are now being raised if the Simla Agreement has been violated.
"Was the Simla Agreement, which rejects any third-party involvement in the Kashmir issue between India and Pakistan, violated? Trump has been making statements daily, claiming that he has intervened in the matter. We need the government's clarification," Venugopal said.
"The Congress party has asked the Prime Minister of India to urgently convene Parliament to discuss these issues. This is not to blame anyone or put them on trial."
The Congress party also called for a special session of Parliament to evaluate the situation in detail, to identify any mistakes that were made, and to ensure that they are not repeated in the future.
"We must get answers to these questions in order to rectify lapses and mistakes, and to continue our fight against Pakistan without fail," he added.
While addressing a party programme here, AICC general secretary K C Venugopal said the party wants to know whether there has been a shift in the country's foreign policy, and therefore the matter has to be taken up in the Parliament at the earliest.
Questions are now being raised if the Simla Agreement has been violated.
"Was the Simla Agreement, which rejects any third-party involvement in the Kashmir issue between India and Pakistan, violated? Trump has been making statements daily, claiming that he has intervened in the matter. We need the government's clarification," Venugopal said.
"The Congress party has asked the Prime Minister of India to urgently convene Parliament to discuss these issues. This is not to blame anyone or put them on trial."
The Congress party also called for a special session of Parliament to evaluate the situation in detail, to identify any mistakes that were made, and to ensure that they are not repeated in the future.
"We must get answers to these questions in order to rectify lapses and mistakes, and to continue our fight against Pakistan without fail," he added.
12:33 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions Live Updates: J&K CM Omar Abdullah arrives in Poonch to meet families affected by Pakistan shelling
12:32 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions Live Updates: Flight operations resume at Chandigarh airport
Flight operations at Chandigarh airport resumed on Monday following the suspension of hostilities between India and Pakistan. Besides the Chandigarh International Airport Limited, the Mohali deputy commissioner also confirmed the resumption of flight operations.
"Flight operations resumed. Flight services to and from Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh, have resumed as of 10:30 am on May 12, 2025.
"Passengers are advised to check with their respective airlines for updated schedules," said the Chandigarh International Airport Limited (CHIAL) in a post on X.
The Mohali deputy commissioner took to X to say, "Chandigarh AirPort @ixcairport is now open for normal civil flight operations with immediate effect as per information conveyed by CEO CHIAL."
New Delhi and Islamabad reached an understanding on Saturday afternoon to halt military actions with immediate effect after four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes. DGMO-level talks between India and Pakistan are set to be held on Monday.
"Flight operations resumed. Flight services to and from Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh, have resumed as of 10:30 am on May 12, 2025.
"Passengers are advised to check with their respective airlines for updated schedules," said the Chandigarh International Airport Limited (CHIAL) in a post on X.
The Mohali deputy commissioner took to X to say, "Chandigarh AirPort @ixcairport is now open for normal civil flight operations with immediate effect as per information conveyed by CEO CHIAL."
New Delhi and Islamabad reached an understanding on Saturday afternoon to halt military actions with immediate effect after four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes. DGMO-level talks between India and Pakistan are set to be held on Monday.
12:20 (IST) May 12
'Don't understand why Rahul Gandhi wants to have Parliament special session': BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Kerala Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Monday said that he is unable to understand why Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi wants to have a special session of Parliament as when important bills are being debated in the House, he and his sister (Priyanka Gandhi) don't show up.
"I don't understand why Rahul Gandhi wants to have a special session of Parliament because he doesn't show up in regular sessions of Parliament. When important bills are being debated, he and his sister (Priyanka Gandhi) don't show up," Chandrasekhar told ANI.
He further said that PM Modi and the Indian armed forces have made it clear that every incident of terrorism will be treated as an "act of war."
"What India has done to Pakistan in the last few days is absolutely unprecedented. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian armed forces have made it clear that every incident of terrorism will be treated as an act of war and an act of war will be given a very suitable deterrent response. What has happened in the last three days is unprecedented? The reach and depth with which the Indian armed forces have taken the battle forward is unprecedented and has never happened in the independent history of India," he added.
"I don't understand why Rahul Gandhi wants to have a special session of Parliament because he doesn't show up in regular sessions of Parliament. When important bills are being debated, he and his sister (Priyanka Gandhi) don't show up," Chandrasekhar told ANI.
He further said that PM Modi and the Indian armed forces have made it clear that every incident of terrorism will be treated as an "act of war."
"What India has done to Pakistan in the last few days is absolutely unprecedented. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian armed forces have made it clear that every incident of terrorism will be treated as an act of war and an act of war will be given a very suitable deterrent response. What has happened in the last three days is unprecedented? The reach and depth with which the Indian armed forces have taken the battle forward is unprecedented and has never happened in the independent history of India," he added.
11:57 (IST) May 12
India-Pakistan Tensions Live Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chairs a meeting at 7, LKM
11:50 (IST) May 12
PM Modi's revenge was beyond enemy's imagination: BJP MP Sambit Patra
BJP MP Sambit Patra lauded the Indian Armed Forces for Operation Sindoor and stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had promised he will "avenge" the death of 26 people in Pahalgam.
Sambit Patra briefed the reporters at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi on Sunday and stated that from April 22 to May 7, there was a demand for immediate action within the country.
The BJP MP said that PM Modi promised to take revenge for the Pahalgam attack which will be beyond the imagination of the enemy. He added that the Indian Armed Forces fulfilled their promise and " despite surgical strikes in the past, Pakistan could not guess when it would be struck."
"After the Pahalgam terror attack, the PM has promised that we will avenge the death of 26 people. The PM said that the revenge would be beyond the enemy's imagination, and so it was. He had also said "mitti mein milayenge" and "ghus ke maarenge"; that is what we did. PM Modi's decision and the bravery of our Armed Forces ensured terror sites are reduced to rubble...From 22nd April till 7th May, there was an atmosphere of tension in the country; there was a demand for immediate action. Despite surgical strikes in the past, Pakistan could not guess when it would be struck", Sambit Patra said.
Sambit Patra further lauded the Indian Armed Forces and stated that they have shown "indomitable courage". The BJP MP stated that whole India knows about Operation Sindoor and all three DGMOs put the facts on the table while briefing reporters on Sunday.
"The Indian Army has shown indomitable courage. Today the Bharatiya Janata Party and all its workers thank the Indian Army, Air Force and Navy and all those brave soldiers due to whom Operation Sindoor has been successful. If seen in the true sense, the whole of India knows about Operation Sindoor today. Yesterday all three DGMOs addressed the country and put all the facts before us", Sambit Patra said.
Sambit Patra briefed the reporters at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi on Sunday and stated that from April 22 to May 7, there was a demand for immediate action within the country.
The BJP MP said that PM Modi promised to take revenge for the Pahalgam attack which will be beyond the imagination of the enemy. He added that the Indian Armed Forces fulfilled their promise and " despite surgical strikes in the past, Pakistan could not guess when it would be struck."
"After the Pahalgam terror attack, the PM has promised that we will avenge the death of 26 people. The PM said that the revenge would be beyond the enemy's imagination, and so it was. He had also said "mitti mein milayenge" and "ghus ke maarenge"; that is what we did. PM Modi's decision and the bravery of our Armed Forces ensured terror sites are reduced to rubble...From 22nd April till 7th May, there was an atmosphere of tension in the country; there was a demand for immediate action. Despite surgical strikes in the past, Pakistan could not guess when it would be struck", Sambit Patra said.
Sambit Patra further lauded the Indian Armed Forces and stated that they have shown "indomitable courage". The BJP MP stated that whole India knows about Operation Sindoor and all three DGMOs put the facts on the table while briefing reporters on Sunday.
"The Indian Army has shown indomitable courage. Today the Bharatiya Janata Party and all its workers thank the Indian Army, Air Force and Navy and all those brave soldiers due to whom Operation Sindoor has been successful. If seen in the true sense, the whole of India knows about Operation Sindoor today. Yesterday all three DGMOs addressed the country and put all the facts before us", Sambit Patra said.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a stern warning to Pakistan, declaring that India will not tolerate any form of "nuclear blackmail" and that further military action remains an option depending on Islamabad's conduct.
In his first address to the nation since the launch of Operation Sindoor, PM Modi said India halted its military operations only after Pakistan “pleaded” for a pause and promised to cease hostilities.
"We have only kept in abeyance our operations against Pakistan. The future will depend on their behaviour," PM Modi said.
He described the recent Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 people were killed, as the “most barbaric face of terrorism” and said it caused personal pain. “The enemy has now realised the consequences of removing 'sindoor' from the forehead of our women,” he said.
PM Modi said Operation Sindoor—launched on May 7 to avenge the attack, demonstrated India’s will to act. “More than 100 dreaded terrorists were slaughtered… When our missiles and drones destroyed terror sites in Pakistan, not just the buildings but their spirit was demolished,” he said.
Rejecting any separation between terrorists and their state sponsors, the Prime Minister said, “We will not see separately terrorists and their state sponsors. This is not an era of war, but it is also not an era of terrorism.”
He added that peace was not possible unless Pakistan dismantled its terror infrastructure.
PM Modi also saluted the Indian armed forces for executing precision strikes, including drone and missile attacks that damaged key Pakistani air bases. “The world has seen how Pakistani drones were downed by our military might,” he said.
Concluding his address, PM Modi dedicated Operation Sindoor to the “mothers, sisters, and daughters of the country” and said India has drawn a new line in its fight against terrorism.
In his first address to the nation since the launch of Operation Sindoor, PM Modi said India halted its military operations only after Pakistan “pleaded” for a pause and promised to cease hostilities.
"We have only kept in abeyance our operations against Pakistan. The future will depend on their behaviour," PM Modi said.
He described the recent Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 people were killed, as the “most barbaric face of terrorism” and said it caused personal pain. “The enemy has now realised the consequences of removing 'sindoor' from the forehead of our women,” he said.
PM Modi said Operation Sindoor—launched on May 7 to avenge the attack, demonstrated India’s will to act. “More than 100 dreaded terrorists were slaughtered… When our missiles and drones destroyed terror sites in Pakistan, not just the buildings but their spirit was demolished,” he said.
Rejecting any separation between terrorists and their state sponsors, the Prime Minister said, “We will not see separately terrorists and their state sponsors. This is not an era of war, but it is also not an era of terrorism.”
He added that peace was not possible unless Pakistan dismantled its terror infrastructure.
PM Modi also saluted the Indian armed forces for executing precision strikes, including drone and missile attacks that damaged key Pakistani air bases. “The world has seen how Pakistani drones were downed by our military might,” he said.
Concluding his address, PM Modi dedicated Operation Sindoor to the “mothers, sisters, and daughters of the country” and said India has drawn a new line in its fight against terrorism.
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