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4 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
Defence Secretary Unpacks India's Tactical Brilliance In Op Sindoor At CNN-News18 Townhall
Last Updated: The Defence Secretary revealed how India planned the Operation Sindoor's targets in Pakistan, in response to barbaric Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Saturday revealed during CNN-News18 Defence Townhall how planning went into Operation Sindoor and how the targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir were chosen and with what message. He said that after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, India wanted to convey the message, which could only be conveyed if terror headquarters were struck deep inside Pakistan. Therefore, LeT and Jaish headquarters in Muridke and Bahawalpur were chosen, he said. 'After Pahalgam, there was meticulous planning of what target we should hit. The intent this time was to go beyond the foot soldiers and hit the headquarters, particularly LET and Jaish at Muridke and Bahawalpur. These outfits' relationship with terror in India goes back to 26/11. The idea was to send a clear message, and the message would only go if we hit the headquarters and not just some of the camps. The planning, therefore, was focused on that. The intent was to hit only the terrorist outfits," he said while speaking at CNN-News18 Defence Townhall. 'This was to convey to the Pakistanis that this was a non-escalatory, calibrated operation against terrorists. That was conveyed to them the next day, they did not respond to our calls and decided to escalate," he added. More to follow…
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Thieves strike Duronto Exp near Gaya, steal passengers' belongings
Patna: Raising serious concerns over passenger safety, thieves targeted at least five coaches of the New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Duronto Express (12282) in the early hours of Friday, stealing valuables worth several lakhs of rupees of around 10 to 12 passengers. The incident took place under cover of darkness between Paraiya and Kastha stations near Gaya Junction in Bihar, which falls under the Deendayal Upadhyaya (DDU) division of East Central Railway. The thieves halted the train by pulling the alarm chain and fled with the stolen goods. The affected coaches included B1, B2, B3, S2 and SE1 – three of which are air-conditioned. According to Gaya GRP inspector Rajesh Kumar Singh, the thieves, suspected to have boarded at DDU, struck while passengers were asleep, stealing Rs 50,000 in cash, seven cellphones, a laptop and other valuables. Victims such as K V Rivli, Bhawani Shankar and Suchi Smita questioned the apparent security lapse, particularly how unauthorised people managed to enter reserved AC coaches. They also pointed out that the train had no scheduled stop at Gaya Junction and was next due to halt at Adra under the jurisdiction of South Eastern Railway. Other passengers, including Anita, Sumita Patnaik and Anita Bappam, said their belongings were intact when the train departed from DDU around 12.20am. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo However, they found items missing when the train made an unscheduled stop near Gaya at around 1.30am. Inspector Singh said a GRP team accompanied victims onboard to record their statements. The train was detained for nearly 40 minutes during the initial response. "The GRP, in coordination with Rafiganj RPF and local police from Paraiya, launched a major search operation. Intensive raids in the Paraiya and Kastha areas led to the recovery of six cellphones, a laptop and five purses," he said, adding that efforts were on to trace remaining stolen items, including cash. Meanwhile, DDU RPF commandant Jetin Raj said a special intelligence team had been deployed to assist in the investigation. CCTV footage from relevant stations is being reviewed and railway staff are being questioned. He said the RPF escort party had disembarked at DDU, leaving the train unguarded during the stretch where the thefts occurred. The Gaya GRP has registered an FIR in this connection.
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Luggage lifters strike Duronto Express, steal passengers' goods worth lakhs
Patna: Raising serious concerns over passengers' security on trains, thieves struck at least five coaches of New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Duronto Express (12282) in the early hours of Friday and decamped with valuables worth several lakhs of rupees, belonging to about 10 to 12 passengers aboard. The criminals struck coaches B1, B2, B3, S2 and SE1 — three of which are air-conditioned — between Paraiya and Kastha stations near Gaya Junction in Bihar falling under the DDU division of East Central Railway (ECR) and decamped with the booty scot-free under the cover of darkness by pulling an alarm chain to halt the train. According to Gaya Government Railway Police (GRP) inspector Rajesh Kumar Singh, the criminals stole Rs 50,000 in cash, seven mobile phones, one laptop and other valuables of the passengers while they were fast asleep in the dead of night between DDU and Gaya station on the Grand Chord section. Victim passengers, including K V Rivli, Bhawani Shankar and Suchi Smita, in their statement to police, raised serious questions about the security lapse as to how the criminals managed to board the reserved AC coaches. The train had no scheduled stoppage at Gaya Junction and that it would stop at Adra only under South Eastern Railway jurisdiction after DDU, they said. Other passengers like Anita, Sumita Patnaik and Anita Bappam, in their statements, said that their belongings were very much intact till DDU where the train reached around 12.20am. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Top Public Speaking Course for Children Planet Spark Book Now Undo However, their luggage and other valuables, including purses, were missing when they woke up after the train suddenly stopped near Gaya around 1.30am, they added. The GRP inspector said a team left with the victim passengers by Duronto Express to record their statements after the train was detained for about 40 minutes. "The GRP personnel, in coordination with Rafiganj Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Paraiya's local police, launched a massive hunt for the criminals. Intensive raids were conducted at the hideouts of the suspected criminals in Paraiya and Kastha areas, as a result the police team recovered six mobile phones, one laptop and five purses, belonging to the passengers," the GRP inspector said, adding raids were still going on at the suspects' hideouts to recover other valuables, including cash. Meanwhile, DDU RPF commandant Jetin Raj deployed a special intelligence team to assist in the investigation and trace the culprits. The police are examining CCTV camera footage from the stations concerned and questioning the railway staff in the matter, he said, adding the RPF escort party got down at DDU, and thus there was no escort party on board the train. The Gaya GRP has registered an FIR in this connection.
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First Post
a day ago
- Politics
- First Post
CNN-News18 Town Hall returns with ‘The Defence Edition' to celebrate India's Strength, Strategy and Self-reliance
As India emerged stronger from the recent war, this edition of CNN-News18 Town Hall will offer a rare window into the strategy, courage, and innovation driving the country's defence transformation read more In this pivotal moment, CNN-News18 Town Hall - The Defence Edition will convene India's most respected defence personnel to share insights on issues strengthening India from borders to business New Delhi: The highly anticipated CNN-News18 Town Hall is set to make a grand comeback on Saturday, 28 June 2025 with 'The Defence Edition.' Renowned for its dynamic and thought-provoking discussions, CNN-News18 Town Hall – The Defence Edition will celebrate India's resilience and patriotic spirit. This edition is themed 'Borders to Business – The Strength of Bharat', and is both a tribute and a timely conversation, highlighting the unwavering spirit of India's defence forces and the strategic strength of indigenous capabilities. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Over the years, this platform has brought together leaders from politics, business, and culture to engage in impactful discussions on key national issues. In this pivotal moment, CNN-News18 Town Hall - The Defence Edition will convene India's most respected defence personnel to share insights on issues strengthening India from borders to business. This special edition will feature a series of compelling sessions on national security, modern warfare, indigenous defence production, Operation Sindoor, and lessons from the recent war. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC), will set the stage with an incisive perspective on 'The Age of Modern Warfare', highlighting how the battlefield is evolving and what India must do to stay ahead. In the session 'Forging India's Defence Independence', Defence Secretary of India Rajesh Kumar Singh will outline the government's strategic roadmap for achieving self-reliance in defence manufacturing. In a rare and stirring session titled 'From Sindoor to Seema', Assistant Commandant of Border Security Force, Neha Bhandari, along with three fellow women officers who were part of Operation Sindoor, will share their experiences and insights from the frontlines. Lt. Gen Vinod G. Khandare (Retd.), Former Principal Adviser to the Ministry of Defence, and Dr Sudhir Mishra, DRDO Chair, Former Director General, DRDO and Ex - CEO & MD, BrahMos Aerospace, will take the stage to present 'Made in India, Made for World', focusing on India's growing global defence footprint. Dr. B.K. Das, Director General (Electronics & Communication System), DRDO, will reflect on 'Defence Aatmanirbharta: Opportunities Ahead', offering key insights into India's journey towards self-reliance in defence technologies. Maj Gen Vishal Saxena (Retd.), Vice President, Business Development, ideaForge and Smit Shah, President, Drone Federation of India, Maj Gen Indrabalan (R), Military Technology Advisor, Amber Wings & The ePlane Company and Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria (Retd), Former Chief of Air Staff will bring the industry lens to the fore in 'Catalysing Indigenous Defence', spotlighting innovation, collaboration, and the private sector's role in transforming India's defence landscape. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Smriti Mehra, CEO - English & Business News, Network18, said, 'CNN-News18 has been India's No.1 English news channel for more than three years now, and that's a reflection of our dedication to impactful journalism and meaningful dialogue. With the Defence Edition of CNN-News18 Town Hall, we're bringing together some of the sharpest minds in the field, leaders and experts to discuss the strength and resilience of our armed forces and the success of Operation Sindoor. I am sure that the thematic discussions will offer deep insights into the evolving narrative of India's national security.' Commenting on the upcoming Defence edition of CNN-News18 Town Hall, Zakka Jacob, Managing Editor, CNN-News18, says, 'India has demonstrated immense resilience and capability during Operation Sindoor, and as conflicts unfold around the world, this dialogue is crucial to understand our position and priorities. The upcoming CNN-News18 Town Hall edition will honour the valour of our armed forces and ignite meaningful conversations on how India is securing its future, from borders to business, at a time when national security and self-reliance are central to India's growth story.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As India emerged stronger from the recent war, this edition of CNN-News18 Town Hall will offer a rare window into the strategy, courage, and innovation driving the country's defence transformation. Tune in to CNN-News18 on 28 June, 3 pm onwards to watch the Town Hall live on CNN-News18 TV, CTV and YouTube channel.
News18
2 days ago
- Business
- News18
CNN-News18 Town Hall Returns With 'The Defence Edition' To Celebrate 'Aatmanirbhar' Bharat's Strength
This edition is themed 'Borders to Business – The Strength of Bharat', and is both a tribute and a timely conversation, highlighting unwavering spirit of India's defence forces. The highly anticipated CNN-News18 Town Hall is set to make a grand comeback on Saturday, 28 June 2025 with 'The Defence Edition.' Renowned for its dynamic and thought-provoking discussions, CNN-News18 Town Hall – The Defence Edition will celebrate India's resilience and patriotic spirit. This edition is themed 'Borders to Business – The Strength of Bharat', and is both a tribute and a timely conversation, highlighting the unwavering spirit of India's defence forces and the strategic strength of indigenous capabilities. Over the years, this platform has brought together leaders from politics, business, and culture to engage in impactful discussions on key national issues. In this pivotal moment, CNN-News18 Town Hall – The Defence Edition will convene India's most respected defence personnel to share insights on issues strengthening India from borders to business. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC), will set the stage with an incisive perspective on 'The Age of Modern Warfare', highlighting how the battlefield is evolving and what India must do to stay ahead. In the session 'Forging India's Defence Independence', Defence Secretary of India Rajesh Kumar Singh will outline the government's strategic roadmap for achieving self-reliance in defence manufacturing. In a rare and stirring session titled 'From Sindoor to Seema', Assistant Commandant of Border Security Force, Neha Bhandari, along with three fellow women officers who were part of Operation Sindoor, will share their experiences and insights from the frontlines. Lt. Gen Vinod G. Khandare (Retd.), Former Principal Adviser to the Ministry of Defence, and Dr Sudhir Mishra, DRDO Chair, Former Director General, DRDO and Ex – CEO & MD, BrahMos Aerospace, will take the stage to present 'Made in India, Made for World', focusing on India's growing global defence footprint. Dr. B.K. Das, Director General (Electronics & Communication System), DRDO, will reflect on 'Defence Aatmanirbharta: Opportunities Ahead', offering key insights into India's journey towards self-reliance in defence technologies. Maj Gen Vishal Saxena (Retd.), Vice President, Business Development, ideaForge and Smit Shah, President, Drone Federation of India, Maj Gen Indrabalan (R), Military Technology Advisor, Amber Wings & The ePlane Company and Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria (Retd), Former Chief of Air Staff will bring the industry lens to the fore in 'Catalysing Indigenous Defence', spotlighting innovation, collaboration, and the private sector's role in transforming India's defence landscape. Smriti Mehra, CEO – English & Business News, Network18, said, 'CNN-News18 has been India's No.1 English news channel for more than three years now, and that's a reflection of our dedication to impactful journalism and meaningful dialogue. With the Defence Edition of CNN-News18 Town Hall, we're bringing together some of the sharpest minds in the field, leaders and experts to discuss the strength and resilience of our armed forces and the success of Operation Sindoor. I am sure that the thematic discussions will offer deep insights into the evolving narrative of India's national security." Commenting on the upcoming Defence edition of CNN-News18 Town Hall, Zakka Jacob, Managing Editor, CNN-News18, says, 'India has demonstrated immense resilience and capability during Operation Sindoor, and as conflicts unfold around the world, this dialogue is crucial to understand our position and priorities. The upcoming CNN-News18 Town Hall edition will honour the valour of our armed forces and ignite meaningful conversations on how India is securing its future, from borders to business, at a time when national security and self-reliance are central to India's growth story." As India emerged stronger from the recent war, this edition of CNN-News18 Town Hall will offer a rare window into the strategy, courage, and innovation driving the country's defence transformation. Tune in to CNN-News18 on 28 June, 3 pm onwards to watch the Town Hall live on CNN-News18 TV, CTV and YouTube channel.
