Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, demonstrated India's 'Atmanirbhar' capability as a force multiplier, with over 65% of defense equipment now domestically manufactured. Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai highlighted the operation's success in achieving objectives through a calibrated, decisive response without escalating into prolonged conflict, underscoring multi-agency coordination and intelligence dominance.

BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh has sent a legal notice to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The notice demands an apology for Mann's remarks allegedly linking the BJP to recent blast incidents in Punjab. Chugh accuses Mann of tarnishing the BJP's reputation. The notice warns of legal action if Mann fails to comply within seven days.

Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant, Chandranath Rath, was shot dead by motorcycle-borne assailants in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas. The incident occurred shortly after the assembly polls, escalating political tensions between the BJP and TMC, with both parties trading accusations of violence and demanding investigations.