Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, speaking at Ran Samvad 2025 in Dr Ambedkar Nagar, stressed that national security can no longer be seen as the responsibility of the armed forces alone. He called for a “whole-of-nation” approach, urging civilian institutions and society at large to be prepared

New commercial satellite imagery confirms that during India’s Operation Sindoor in May 2025, the Pakistan Navy repositioned frontline warships away from key naval facilities. Multiple vessels were seen relocated from Karachi’s naval base to commercial docks, while several others took refuge at Gwadar port, near the Iranian border. Dispersed Fleet as Defensive Posture The

International military aviation analysts and historians have endorsed Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh’s statement that the Indian Air Force (IAF) shot down at least five Pakistani fighter jets and one large airborne early warning aircraft during Operation Sindoor. IAF Chief’s Statement The IAF Chief stated that most of these aircraft were intercepted using India’s

On August 9, 2025, the Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, confirmed that during Operation Sindoor in May, India shot down five Pakistani fighter jets and one large military surveillance aircraft, believed to be an AWACS, using the advanced S-400 missile defense system. The surveillance aircraft was destroyed at a distance […]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the Opposition’s demand for a debate on Operation Sindoor ended up damaging their own credibility. According to Modi, instead of gaining political ground, the Opposition lost public trust by appearing unsupportive of the armed forces. Operation Sindoor: National Security vs Politics Operation Sindoor was launched following

India’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, has stated that India’s long-range precision strikes in May had a strong psychological impact on Pakistan. He confirmed that the military operation, named Operation Sindoor, is still active and has not officially ended. Strikes Were a Response to Pahalgam Attack The operation was launched on May 7, […]

During the Lok Sabha debate on Operation Sindoor on July 29, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to publicly refute U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims about brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Gandhi directly addressed the Prime Minister, saying, “If he is lying and you have even half the […]

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra took aim at the Modi government during a heated session in the Lok Sabha, questioning the decision to pause Operation Sindoor and demanding answers on the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. She criticized the ruling party for focusing on emotional appeals and historical references, while avoiding the core issue—why the […]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the Lok Sabha that no international leader asked India to halt Operation Sindoor. Dismissing speculation about foreign pressure, Modi said India made its decisions independently and was fully prepared to retaliate if Pakistan escalated the situation. Modi recalled that U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance had attempted to contact him on […]

Congress MP Praniti Shinde on Monday referred to Operation Sindoor as a “tamasha” in the Lok Sabha, sparking controversy and sharp responses from the ruling benches. She accused the government of turning the military action into a media event and demanded greater transparency on what was actually achieved. Shinde asked whether any aircraft were lost, […]