BALAKOT STRIKE
Today's India has zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism: PM Modi
"There was a time when serial blasts had become a common occurrence. It was in this very month of September, specifically on September 13, 2008, that many innocent lives were lost in serial blasts in Delhi. Just a few weeks later, the massive 26/11 attack took place in Mumbai... In the past too, there used to be demands for action against Pakistan following every terror attack, but such calls were often not given due attention; time to pass by was simply awaited," Modi said.
India possesses 'power of argument' as well as 'argument of power': Rajnath Singh at defence conclave
Rajnath Singh underscored the necessity of harmonizing military strength with diplomatic efforts as integral to India's national security framework. He asserted that India embodies both persuasive diplomacy and firm military resolve. Singh noted that recent military operations reflect India's readiness to safeguard its interests, cautioning against the risks of favoring diplomacy without robust military readiness. He called for a comprehensive strategy to tackle evolving national security challenges.
Armed forces given freedom, resources to respond decisively to threats: Rajnath Singh
India's defense minister stated forces have freedom and resources to strike adversaries inside their territory. The nation believes in peace but distinguishes it from weakness, responding decisively to terrorism. India is moving forward with independent agency amid geopolitical uncertainties and foiled adversary designs. The defense sector has transformed, boosting indigenous production and exports significantly. The government aims for self-reliance in defense and global leadership by 2047.
Abhinandan Varthaman quits IAF: How FLY91 hired the fighter pilot who shot down Pakistan's F-16 with an older-gen fighter jet
Abhinandan varthaman retired: Former IAF Group Captain and Vir Chakra awardee Abhinandan Varthaman has joined Goa-based regional airline FLY91 as a commercial pilot after leaving the Indian Air Force and obtaining the required NOC from the Defence Ministry. As per reports, he has obtained a NOC from the defence ministry for transition from fighter pilot to a commercial pilot.
With Operation Sindoor, India's red line for Pakistan is firmly etched
Operation Sindoor, named symbolically for justice, marks a significant escalation in India's response to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism following the Pahalgam attack. This operation targeted multiple terror sites deep within Pakistan, employing precision munitions and a zero-intrusion strategy. India's decisive action and diplomatic efforts have reinforced its deterrence doctrine, signaling a clear red line against cross-border terrorism.
After PM's visit, Russia expedites supply of super long-range surface-to-Air missiles
The Balakot air strike happened on February 26, 2019. The Balakot air strike piloted Mirage 2000 fighter jets that crossed the Line of Control (LoC) and incinerated the Jaish-e-Mohammed terror camp in Balakot, Pakistan. The air strike was piloted in response to the Pulwama attack.
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Hrithik and Deepika's Fighter releases today. All about Balakot airstrikes in Pakistan that inspired the movie
Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor star in 'Fighter', a high-voltage action adventure film inspired by the real-life Balakot airstrike. The movie pays tribute to the Indian armed forces and specifically focuses on Squadron Leader Shamsher Pathania, whose aviator call sign is 'Patty'. The Balakot airstrike, carried out by the Indian Air Force in 2019, targeted a Jaish-e-Mohammed camp in retaliation to a terror attack in J&K. The film is set to release in theaters nationwide on Thursday.
Kiren Rijiju shares video of former IAF officer calling air strike a 'thumping success', slams Digvijaya Singh
In the video, Nambiar, who retired as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Command of the Indian Air Force in 2019, said the pilots who carried out the air strike at Balakot achieved "all objectives" that had been set.
IAF carries out long-range precision strike against practice target to mark Balakot anniversary
Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria on Saturday flew a multi-aircraft sortie with the units to commemorate the occasion along with the squadron pilots.
Balakot air strikes displayed forces' capability to strike deep in adversary's territory: Experts
India's warplanes hit a Jaish-e-Mohammed camp in Balakot on February 26, 2019 to avenge killing of 40 CRPF personnel in the Pulwama terror attack.
Balakot air strikes displayed India's strong will to act against terror: Rajnath Singh
On February 26, 2019, Indian Air Force fighter jets crossed the Line of Control and destroyed terror launch pads in Balakot in Pakistan. The strikes were undertaken days after 40 Central Reserve Police Force personnel were killed in a terror attack in Pulwama in Jammu and Kashmir on February 14.
NCP protests against Arnab's purported chats on Balakot strike
The purported chats widely reported in media mentioned that Goswami was privy to information about the Balakot air strike.
Arnabgate: Rahul Gandhi says sharing official secrets with journalist criminal act
In its investigations into the TV ratings scam, the Mumbai Police has submitted to a court WhatsApp transcripts of chats between Arnab Goswami and Partho Dasgupta, the former CEO of ratings agency BARC, which reveal Goswami as saying three days before the Balakot strike that “something big will happen”, that it would be “bigger than a normal strike” and “the government is confident of striking in a way that people will be elated.”
Balakot strikes thwarted JeM plan to release video of Pulwama suicide bomber
“Farooq had then discussed with his handler and Jaish commanders Rouf Asgar and Ammar Alvi, both Pakistanis, on the movement of fighter jets in Kashmir after the Balakot strikes,” said the charge-sheet.
Balakot strikes sent out strong message on terrorism: Rajnath
Balakot airstrikes sent out a strong message to Pakistan that terrorist infrastructure across the border cannot be used as a safe haven to wage a “low-cost war” against India, said defence minister Rajnath Singh on Friday.
Balakot most significant Indian air action in four decades: IAF chief
The air strikes against the JeM training camp at Balakot delivered a clear message from the Indian govt that Pakistan’s policy of perpetrating cross-border attacks on Indian soil will no longer be acceptable. These strikes were the most significant air action by the IAF in over four decades with our fighters penetrating deep into Pakistani airspace.
India was ready to attack Pakistan Army posts after Balakot: Former IAF chief BS Dhanoa
"Since the PAF had targeted military installations on the 27th of February (a day after India struck the Jaish-e-Mohammed camp near Balakot), the Pakistan Army had now become a legitimate target and had their strikes been successful, we would have put a considerable weight of attack on their forward brigades,'' Dhanoa said.
Running high on josh: Sanjay Leela Bhansali & Bhushan Kumar to co-produce film on Balakot strike
It will be the second film on the February 26 air strike after 'Balakot - The True Story'.
Balakot op experience unmatchable: Woman IAF officer who helped intercept Pakistan's planes
On conferred the coveted military honour, Squadron Leader Minty Agarwal said the feeling cannot be described in words.
Balakot strike not political, can't think about it in terms of votes: Harsh Vardhan
Hailing the BJP-led central government and the prime minister, Vardhan said that the government has shown the world that India cannot be taken for granted.
H D Kumaraswamy accuses PM of not sharing details of Balakot air strikes
The remarks come a day after Modi's attack on him during the PM's Belagavi and Chikkodi election meetings on Thursday.
Narendra Modi asks people to choose strong govt
Modi said the Congress wanted a "helpless" government and told the voters to look at the "helpless" Kumaraswamy.
Balakot air strike, aerial engagement with Pakistan to be part of Commanders’ Conference
The IAF said that both the Balakot strikes and the February 27 aerial engagement will be discussed during the conference.
Will Balakot get Modi votes in upcoming Lok Sabha elections? A 1,500-km stretch holds clue
Balakot strikes have found the highest resonance in Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh.
Not a game of marbles: VK Singh on Opposition demand for proof of air strikes
"This is not a game of marbles. This is a serious matter. Any action by the forces, no proof is given," VK Singh asserted. .
The N-game: India expands scope of response to Pakistan-based terror
During the surgical strikes after the Uri attack, India showed it no longer considered the Line of Control (LoC) to be sacrosanct, and that forces could cross over to strike terror launch pads in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
Balakot strike after intel on Pulwama ‘celebration’ meet
The air strikes blew the Balakot facility to smithereens. Intelligence officials said given the extent of destruction, all occupants of the camp would have been killed.
Jaish's Balakot base had over 300 terrorists when Indian bombs struck
The air strikes were carried out by Mirage 2000 jets that dropped smart guided bombs from near the Line of Control.
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