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• Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserts India’s fight against terrorism is now part of national defence doctrine.

• Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurates new Multi Agency Centre to strengthen country’s efforts to deal with serious threats like terrorism and extremism.

• Government plans to send multi-party delegations to different countries to present India’s stand against Pakistan sponsored terrorism after Operation Sindoor.
  

• President Droupadi Murmu confers Jnanpith Award on Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya.

• Russia and Ukraine agree to largest prisoner swap following peace talks in Istanbul.

• And, Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra set to begin his campaign in Diamond League meet in Doha.

 

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Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh said that India’s fight against terrorism is not just a matter of security, it has now become a part of the national defence doctrine. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated this while addressing the air warriors at the Bhuj Air Force Station in Gujarat today. He asserted that the current ceasefire means that India has kept Pakistan on probation on the basis of its behavior. He added that If the behavior improves, it is fine; but if there is any disturbance, harshest punishment will be given.  Defence Minister made it clear that Operation Sindoor is not yet over, saying eliminating of terrorism’ is the new normal of New India.

The Minister also asked the International Monetary Fund to reconsider its financial assistance to Pakistan. Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, has said that a large portion of the funds will be directed toward supporting terror-related infrastructure within Pakistan.

Later in the day, Mr Singh visited the Smritivan museum and paid tributes to those who lost their lives in the 2001 Bhuj earthquake.

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Government is planning to send multi party delegations to different countries to present India’s stand against Pakistan sponsored terrorism in the wake of Operation Sindoor. Sources said, each delegation is expected to have a group of MPs from both  ruling and Opposition parties.  Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh told reporters in New Delhi that Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has spoken to his party President Mallikarjun Kharge over this diplomatic outreach initiative. The move is intended to further highlight New Delhi’s stance on terrorism emanating from Pakistan to the global community and is expected to kick start next week.

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In Jammu & Kashmir, security forces have termed the recent anti-terror operations in Kulgam and Pulwama districts as significant, resulting in the elimination of six terrorists. Addressing the media in Srinagar, Major General Dhananjay Joshi, GoC Victor Force, IGP Kashmir V K Birdi, and IGP Operations CRPF Mitesh Kumar provided details of the 48-hour-long operations. IGP V K Birdi emphasized the importance of intensified counter-terror efforts following a recent incident in Pahalgam, adding that the operations were carried out without any collateral damage.

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In a significant nationwide outreach effort, a ‘Tiranga Yatra’ is being held in various parts of the country to honour the courage and sacrifice of Indian armed forces following the successful ‘Operation Sindoor’ in response to horrific Pahalgam terror attack.

In Haryana’s Hisar and Kurukshetra today, Tiranga Yatra was taken out in honour of the army and other security forces and success of Operation Sindoor. MP Naveen Jindal from Kurukshetra, many senior BJP leaders and workers and citizens participated in the Tiranga Yatra. School children also participated in the Tiranga Yatra. Mr. Jindal said, the country is proud of its brave soldiers

In Kerala, Tiranga yatras were held at Calicut, Kannur and Palakkad this evening, in honour of the armed forces, for their decisive actions against cross border terrorism during the successful Operation Sindoor.

As part of a nationwide campaign, the Tiranga Rally was conducted in Vijayawada today. The rally witnessed the participation of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, BJP State President and MP Daggubati Purandeswari along with thousands of people carrying National Flag. Te procession moved through key locations in the city, with participants carrying an extended national flag and chanting patriotic slogans.

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Lieutenant General Kanwal Jeet Singh Dhillon (Retd.), a highly decorated officer of the Indian Army, has called upon the citizens to support the Armed Forces. Talking to Akashvani News, Lieutenant General Dhillon congratulated Indian Armed Forces for ‘Operation Sindoor’ and said that our forces have given a befitting reply to Pakistan.

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Over 125 top leading trade leaders from across the country have decided to boycott all forms of trade and commercial engagement with Turkiye and Azerbaijan including travel and tourism. The decision was taken at a National Conference of Trade Leaders convened by the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) in New Delhi today.

In a statement, CAIT said, the resolution comes in response to the recent stand taken by Turkey and Azerbaijan to extend full support to Pakistan at a time when India is facing a sensitive and critical national security situation.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah today said that Operation Sindoor is a unique symbol of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strong political will, accurate information from intelligence agencies and the infallible striking capability of the three armed forces. Mr Shah said this after inaugurating new multi agency centre in Delhi for intelligence sharing purpose. Our correspondent reports that new multi agency centre has connected all the intelligence, security, law enforcement and investigative agencies.

The new multi agency centre has been constructed with a cost of five hundred crore rupees. The centre will serve as the robust internal security grid of the country and will strengthen the country’s efforts to deal with serious threats like terrorism, extremism, organized crime and cyber attacks. The new network is expected to elevate the quality of data analytics generated on the MAC network to a higher level, enabling accurate trend analysis, hotspot mapping and timeline analysis to give predictive and operational outcomes. The new multi agency centre will go a long way in combating the terror ecosystem having intricate linkages with the organised crime. With Dipendra Kumar, Adarsh Kumar, Akashvani News Delhi.

 

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As we celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor, the Nation salutes the valour of the Indian Soldiers.  As a tribute to the Armed Forces, Akashvani News brings in a special series. Today we remember, Param Vir Chakra awardee Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey who made supreme sacrifice during the Kargil War.

“A resident of Sitapur district in Uttar Pradesh, Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey joined the National Defence Academy and Indian Military Academy and was commissioned as a Lieutenant in 1st Battalion, 11th Gorkha Rifles. Captain Pandey took part in a series of boldly led attacks during Operation Vijay, forcing back the intruders with heavy losses in Batalik, including the capture of Jubar Top. His words “If death strikes before I prove my blood, I swear I will kill death” was a powerful expression of his unwavering determination and courage. On the night of 2nd and 3rd July 1999 during the advance to Khalubar as his platoon approached its final objective, it came under heavy and intense enemy fire from the surrounding heights. Captain Pandey fearlessly assaulting the first enemy position, killed two enemy personnel and destroyed the second position by killing two more. He was injured on the shoulder and legs while clearing the third position. Undaunted and without caring for his grievous injuries, he continued to lead the assault on the fourth position urging his men and destroyed the same with a grenade, even as he got a fatal burst on his forehead. This singular daredevil act of Lieutenant Pandey provided the critical firm base for the companies, which finally led to capture of Khalubar. He however, succumbed to his injuries. Lieutenant Manoj Kumar Pandey showed most conspicuous bravery, indomitable courage, exemplary personal valour, outstanding leadership and devotion to duty of an exceptionally high order, in the face of the enemy and made the supreme sacrifice. The Nation salutes him. ANUPAM MISHRA, AKASHVANI NEWS, DELHI.”

 

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President Droupadi Murmu today conferred the 58th Jnanpith Award on Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya at a function in New Delhi. Jagadguru Rambhadracharya and the renowned Urdu poet and lyricist Gulzar have been selected for this prestigious award for 2023. These eminent personalities have been honoured with this award for their outstanding contribution in the field of literature.

Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated Jagadguru Rambhadracharya and Gulzar for the Jnanpith Award. However, Gulzar could not attend the Award ceremony as he is not well. President Murmu said that literature unites and awakens society.

Speaking about Jagadguru Rambhadracharya, the President said that he has set an inspiring example of excellence. The President praised the Bharatiya Jnanpith Trust for awarding outstanding litterateurs of various Indian languages since 1965.

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Russia and Ukraine have agreed to carry out the largest prisoner-of-war exchange since the onset of the conflict between the two countries. The decision was taken during the peace talks between Russian and Ukrainian delegations at the Dolmabahce Palace in Turkish city of Istanbul today. It marks the first direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in more than three years.  Speaking at a news conference after the meeting, Ukraine’s Defence Minister Umerov said, the two countries have agreed to exchange 1,000 prisoners of war from each side. He emphasized that this agreement was the key outcome of the meeting.

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The Irish government has expressed deep concern over the increasing crackdown on civil society activists in Balochistan province of Pakistan and reaffirmed its commitment to monitoring the human rights situation in the region. In response to a parliamentary question, Ireland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Harris, said, the situation in Balochistan is deeply troubling and Ireland remains committed to ensuring that fundamental rights are respected globally.

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India’s two-time Olympic medallist and reigning World Champion in javelin throw, Neeraj Chopra, will participate in his first Diamond League meet of the season in Doha, Qatar today.

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HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN.

 

• Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserts India’s fight against terrorism is now part of national defence doctrine.

• Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurates new Multi Agency Centre to strengthen country’s efforts to deal with serious threats like terrorism and extremism.

• Government plans to send multi-party delegations to different countries to present India’s stand against Pakistan sponsored terrorism after Operation Sindoor.

• President Droupadi Murmu confers Jnanpith Award on Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya.

• Russia and Ukraine agree to largest prisoner swap following peace talks in Istanbul.

• And, Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra set to begin his campaign in Diamond League meet in Doha.

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