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June 25, 2026 11:31 AM

India, Tajikistan hold fifth counter-terrorism dialogue in Dushanbe, reaffirm commitment against terrorism

India and Tajikistan reaffirmed their shared commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations during the 5th meeting of the India-Tajikistan Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism held in Dushanbe on Wednesday. The meeting was co-chaired by Dr. Vinod Bahade, Joint Secretary (Counter Terrorism) in India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), and Mr. Sherali Jonon, Head of the Department of Asia-Pacific Countries in Tajikistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Officia...

June 19, 2026 5:52 PM

India’s zero-tolerance doctrine: How 12 years of reforms reshaped the nation’s fight against terror

From legislative reforms and intelligence integration to cross-border operations and global diplomacy, India’s counter-terrorism strategy has undergone a sweeping transformation over the past 12 years. The government says the results are visible in declining terror incidents, reduced casualties, stronger institutions, and a more secure environment for development and growth. A Shift from Reaction to Prevention When the Narendra Modi-led government assumed office in 2014, India faced a comple...

May 8, 2026 12:08 PM

India’s resolve to fight terrorism ‘strong as ever’: Kirti Vardhan Singh

Kirti Vardhan Singh on Thursday led a commemoration marking the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, which he described as a strong response to Pakistan for allegedly supporting and sheltering terrorists. Addressing the gathering, Singh said India’s resolve to combat terrorism remained “as strong as ever”. The event, organised at India’s UN Mission, paid tribute to “the bravery and professionalism of our armed forces, which is unparalleled”, while commemorating the anniversary o...

April 28, 2026 1:18 PM

Rajnath Singh calls for united front against terrorism at SCO defence ministers’ meet

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday called for a united and uncompromising front against terrorism, radicalism and extremism, saying the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) should act firmly against states that shelter and support terrorists. Addressing the SCO Defence Ministers’ meeting in Bishkek, Singh said terrorism remained “the most serious threat to the emerging world order” and urged member nations to reject double standards in dealing with the challenge. Referring to t...

April 22, 2026 11:54 AM

India stands steadfast in its resolve to counter terrorism: EAM Jaishankar on Pahalgam attack anniversary

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday paid tribute to the victims on the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack. In a post on X, the foreign minister said, “Join the nation in remembering the victims of the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack, which took place this day last year. India stands steadfast in its resolve to counter terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.” The attack, carried out on April 22, 2025, by The Resistance Front — an offshoot of Lashkar-e...

March 20, 2026 11:50 AM

India reiterates Indus Waters Treaty to remain in abeyance until Pakistan ends support for terrorism

India has reiterated that the Indus Waters Treaty will remain in abeyance until Pakistan takes credible and irreversible steps to end support for terrorism. Speaking at a United Nations event marking World Water Day 2026, India’s Permanent Representative Harish Parvathaneni said New Delhi was compelled to take the decision after repeated provocations and failure of bilateral engagement. “It was not my intention to comment on a bilateral issue in this forum, but I am compelled to respond as...

February 25, 2026 10:18 AM

India, Israel reaffirm zero tolerance for terror at 10th joint working group meeting in New Delhi

The 10th meeting of the India-Israel Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism was held in New Delhi on Tuesday, reaffirming the two countries’ commitment to deepening cooperation against terrorism in all its forms. The Indian delegation was led by Dr. Vinod Bahade, Joint Secretary (Counter Terrorism) in the Ministry of External Affairs, while the Israeli side was headed by Nadav Eschar, Head of Bureau, Strategic Affairs Division, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Israel. During the meetin...

December 10, 2025 8:45 PM

PM Modi, Israeli PM Netanyahu discuss strengthening strategic ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today received a telephone call from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which both leaders reviewed the progress of the India–Israel Strategic Partnership and discussed regional developments. The two leaders expressed satisfaction over the sustained momentum in bilateral cooperation and underlined their commitment to further deepen ties for mutual benefit. They strongly condemned terrorism and reiterated their zero-tolerance approach towards all fo...

November 18, 2025 7:44 PM

Terror has no justification, India will defend its people: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar reaffirmed India’s steadfast stand against terrorism, stating that there can be no justification, no overlooking, and no whitewashing of terror in any form. He asserted India’s sovereign right to defend its citizens from such threats. Speaking at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of Government meeting in Moscow, Dr. Jaishankar called for a “zero tolerance” approach to terrorism. He reminded member states that the SCO...

October 24, 2025 4:12 PM

All is not well in UN, decisions don’t address global priorities, says EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday said that “all is not well” within the United Nations, asserting that the organisation’s decision-making no longer reflects its membership nor addresses global priorities. He was speaking at an event marking the 80th anniversary of the United Nations in New Delhi, where a commemorative postage stamp was launched by the Department of Posts. Jaishankar lauded the ministry’s open competition on the MyGov portal for designing the UN@80 posta...