Col Sofiya Qureshi remarks row: SC pulls up MP govt over delay in sanction to prosecute Vijay Shah

IANS | May 8, 2026 2:09 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Friday expressed displeasure over the delay by the Madhya Pradesh government in deciding on the grant of sanction to prosecute Tribal Affairs Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah in connection with his controversial remarks against Indian Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, who had briefed the media during last year’s Operation Sindoor.

Op Sindoor anniversary: Former Punjab DGPs hail operation, call for continued vigilance

IANS | May 7, 2026 1:12 PM

Chandigarh, May 7 (IANS) Marking the first anniversary of 'Operation Sindoor', former Punjab DGPs on Thursday hailed the military action as a decisive and successful response by India to terrorism, while stressing the need for sustained vigilance, public awareness, and evolving security preparedness to counter future threats from Pakistan.