Defence Minister Rajnath Singh defended Operation Sindoor in Lok Sabha, stating its objective was to punish Pakistan for proxy terrorism by eliminating terror nurseries, and it was paused after achieving desired results, not due to US pressure. The opposition criticized the government for halting the operation and demanded accountability for security lapses in Pahalgam and clarification on downed Indian jets, questioning the operation’s success and the delay in reclaiming PoK. Post navigation Pahalgam massacre: ‘Homegrown’ ultras may be involved, says P Chidambaram, sparks row Killing of terrorist who led Pahalgam strike blunts opposition’s attack in House
