- Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri updates on India-Pakistan ceasefire developments.
- Army Chief General Dwivedi lauds troops for exemplary conduct during Operation Sindoor.
- Haryana travel blogger Jyoti Rani arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan.
India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri briefed the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs, providing critical insights into India’s evolving foreign policy stance towards Pakistan.
Meanwhile, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi visited Laungewala in Rajasthan to commend the troops for their resolute performance during Operation Sindoor.
Operation Sindoor: India’s Strategic Response and Espionage Threats
India’s recent ceasefire agreement with Pakistan comes on the heels of escalating tensions triggered by the Pahalgam terror attack. In his briefing to the Parliamentary Standing Committee, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri outlined the key diplomatic and strategic measures undertaken to maintain stability along the western border. Misri also highlighted Pakistan’s increasing use of drone technology to gather intelligence and execute limited strikes, a tactic employed to overwhelm Indian air defences.
Operation Sindoor, a joint initiative involving the Indian Army, Air Force, and BSF, has been lauded as a significant success in thwarting Pakistan-backed terror activities. During his visit to Laungewala, Army Chief General Dwivedi commended the troops for their effective coordination in neutralizing enemy targets. The operation underscored India’s resolve to protect its borders while reinforcing the synergy between its defence forces.
However, the operation also exposed vulnerabilities in India’s intelligence network. Haryana-based travel blogger Jyoti Rani was arrested under espionage charges for allegedly sharing sensitive information with a Pakistani official. With a substantial social media following, Rani’s access to military locations raised concerns about the potential exploitation of unsuspecting civilians by foreign agents.
Authorities also apprehended Noman Ilahi in Panipat, Haryana, for allegedly providing strategic information to Pakistani handlers. His arrest, coupled with Rani’s, highlights the persistent espionage threats India faces, even as the country strengthens its surveillance and counter-intelligence frameworks.
India’s strategic response through Operation Sindoor underscores its commitment to countering cross-border threats while enhancing diplomatic and military coordination in the region.
“In times of conflict, maintaining operational dominance is crucial not only to safeguard borders but also to deter future aggression.” — General Upendra Dwivedi
