The Modi government has locked in an all-party delegation to visit key partner countries, including members of the UN Security Council, to showcase India's continued fight against terrorism and Operation Sindoor. The Shrikant Eknath Shinde-led delegation will be leaving on May 21. Another contingent is being led by Indian National Congress (INC) leader Shashi Tharoor. “Won’t let the country down,” he said, when asked about his upcoming visit. The all-party delegations will project India's national consensus and resolute approach to combating terrorism in all forms and manifestations.
20 May,2025 08:04 PM IST
The Modi government has finalized an all-party delegation set to visit key partner countries, aiming to highlight India’s ongoing fight against terrorism and the success of Operation Sindoor. Among the notable names included is senior Indian National Congress leader Shashi Tharoor. However, the Congress party has expressed dissatisfaction with how the delegation was constituted. Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh stated, “If the inclusion of Congress MPs was important, there should have been a discussion with our party leadership. They could have asked us to suggest the names. In our country, political parties are the backbone of democracy. Parties form the government; the government does not form parties. We follow a party system, and this process has cast a shadow over it. What kind of politics is this? Will the government decide which of our MPs will be part of such delegations?” Ramesh clarified that the issue is not with the individuals selected. “I have no objections to the names chosen — they are close friends, experienced, and have been working on foreign and defence policy for years. But the process followed is flawed. It’s a questionable approach and should not have been adopted.”
19 May,2025 04:58 PM IST
The Indian Army recently gave a detailed demonstration showing how its air defence systems, including the powerful AKASH missile system, played a key role in protecting the Golden Temple in Amritsar and several major cities in Punjab from missile and drone attacks launched by Pakistan. During the demonstration, Army personnel explained how the defence systems were able to quickly detect, track, and destroy incoming threats, including modern Turkish-made drones used by the enemy. According to the officials, only about 10% of the available ammunition was used to effectively neutralize these drones, showing the high efficiency and accuracy of the Indian air defence network.
19 May,2025 12:05 PM IST
In a recent joint press briefing held by the Indian Army and J&K Police, the officials revealed exclusive details of the operations in the past 48 hours that neutralized 6 terrorists in J&K’s Shopian and Tral. Maj Gen Dhananjay Joshi, GOC V Force, said, “On 12th May, we got information on the possible presence of a terrorist group in the higher reaches in Kelar. On the morning of 13th May, on detection of some movement, our parties challenged the terrorists, who retaliated with fire. Our parties neutralized them. The second operation in the Tral area was conducted in a border village. As we were laying a cordon at this village, the terrorists positioned themselves in different houses and fired at us. At this time, the challenge we faced was rescuing the civilian villagers. After this, three terrorists were neutralized. One of the 6 terrorists neutralized, namely Shahid Kutte was involved in two major attacks, including an attack on a German tourist. He also has a hand in funding activities.
16 May,2025 04:00 PM IST
Days after the cross-border strikes between India and Pakistan, the Indian Army went door-to-door in the shelling-affected areas of Poonch near the LoC. The Army jawans provided residents with medicines and rations, and also interacted with the local people caught in the recent cross-border tensions. Locals were deeply moved by the gesture. A resident of Poonch said, "We stayed here even during the war-like situation. The Army that fought for us--we stayed here because of them, as they are fighting for us and are without their families. It's because of them that we are living today..."
15 May,2025 08:49 PM IST
A massive search operation has been launched by security forces in the dense Reasi forest area after receiving specific intelligence inputs indicating suspicious movement. Acting swiftly on the alert, teams have been deployed to thoroughly comb the region to prevent any potential security threat. Meanwhile, in a separate but simultaneous operation, an encounter has broken out in the Nader area of Tral in Awantipora. Security personnel have cordoned off the region and launched a large-scale manhunt to flush out hiding militants. Both operations are part of heightened counter-terror measures being undertaken across Jammu and Kashmir to ensure regional safety and stability.
15 May,2025 11:58 AM IST
Helicopter services from Katra to the Mata Vaishno Devi Bhavan have officially resumed after a temporary halt caused by recent India-Pakistan tensions. With operations at Jammu Airport now back on track and civilian flights running smoothly, heli services to the holy shrine have also restarted. Pilgrims can now book helicopter rides both online and directly at on-ground counters. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has ensured that all facilities are fully functional, aiming to provide a seamless and safe experience for devotees.
14 May,2025 07:36 PM IST
Three Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in the Shukroo forest area of Keller in South Kashmir’s Shopian district on May 13. Security forces recovered AK-47 rifles, grenades, Indian identity cards, and cash from the slain terrorists after the Shopian encounter. The joint operation was carried out by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police after intelligence inputs about militant presence in the region
14 May,2025 03:37 PM IST
On 13 May 2025, a joint operation by the Indian Army and police led to the elimination of three Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists in the dense Shukroo forest area of Keller, in South Kashmir’s Shopian district. Acting on specific intelligence from a Rashtriya Rifles unit regarding terrorist presence in the Shoekal Keller region, security forces launched a cordon and search operation. As troops began combing the area, the terrorists opened heavy fire, leading to a fierce gunfight. In the ensuing exchange, all three terrorists were neutralised. The identities of the deceased are currently being verified.
13 May,2025 03:59 PM IST
Following the India-Pakistan ceasefire understanding, markets in Jammu have reopened, bringing a sense of cautious optimism to the region. Locals express hope that normalcy will return soon after a period of heightened tension. The recent conflict has significantly impacted businesses and daily life, and while economic activity has resumed, uncertainty still lingers among residents and traders.
12 May,2025 01:00 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
