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Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Congress giving a clean chit to Pak in Pahalgam attack, says Shah
New Delhi: Union home minister Amit Shah on Tuesday accused the Congress of giving a 'clean chit' to Pakistan on Pahalgam terror attack and said that Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) was the legacy of first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Union home minister Amit Shah speaks during a debate in the Lok Sabha on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor (PTI) 'All roots of terrorism lead back to Pakistan. And Pakistan itself is the result of the Congress party's blunder. Had they not accepted the idea of partition, Pakistan would never have come into existence,' Shah said while participating the special discussion on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha. He blamed successive Congress governments for failing to capitalise on opportunities to reclaim lost territories from Pakistan. 'In 1948, our armed forces were at a decisive stage in Kashmir. Sardar Patel kept saying no, but Nehru announced a unilateral ceasefire. If Pak-occupied Kashmir exists today, it is due to this unilateral ceasefire announced by Nehru,' he said in the 75-minute-long speech. Shah alleged that Nehru ceded the geographical and strategic advantage India enjoyed, and offered 80% of the Indus waters to Pakistan under the Indus Waters Treaty in 1960. He added that the Congress missed another crucial opportunity of reclaiming PoK in 1971, after India's victory in the Bangladesh Liberation War. Shah also accused senior Congress leader and former home minister P Chidambaram of giving 'clean chit' to Pakistan in the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives. 'The former home minister of the country is giving clean chit to Pakistan in front of the whole world and by doing so, he is also raising the question that why did we attack Pakistan?...' Shah said. 'If you are giving clean chit to Pakistan, you have no right to ask questions.'
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Pakistan is a result of Congress' blunder: Amit Shah in Lok Sabha
Launching a broadside at the Congress, Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said a blunder by the main opposition party led to the creation of Pakistan and claimed that Pak-occupied Kashmir was the legacy of first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Union Home Minister Amit Shah speaks during the discussion on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha, during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, in New Delhi on Tuesday.(Sansad TV/ANI Grab) Participating in the special discussion on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha, Shah also slammed successive Congress governments for failing to capitalize on opportunities to reclaim lost territories from Pakistan and wondered how the opposition party was targeting the Modi government for not launching an all-out war against Islamabad. "All roots of terrorism lead back to Pakistan. And Pakistan itself is the result of the Congress party's blunder. Had they not accepted the idea of partition, Pakistan would never have come into existence," Shah said. Shah's remarks came after Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi sought to know from the government why it halted the military action against Pakistan and stopped short of reclaiming Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). "In 1948, our armed forces were at a decisive stage in Kashmir. Sardar Patel kept saying no, but (Jawaharlal) Nehru announced a unilateral ceasefire. If Pak-occupied Kashmir exists today, it is due to this unilateral ceasefire announced by Nehru. Jawaharlal Nehru is responsible for this," the home minister said. He also claimed that Nehru ceded the geographical and strategic advantage India enjoyed, and offered 80 per cent of the Indus waters to Pakistan under the Indus Waters Treaty in 1960. Shah said Congress had missed another crucial opportunity of reclaiming PoK in 1971, after India's victory in the Bangladesh Liberation War. "The creation of Bangladesh is something that India will always be proud of. But what happened in the glare of that victory? We had 93,000 prisoners of war – that was 42 per cent of the Pakistani army – and 15,000 square kilometres of territory in our possession. Yet in Shimla, an agreement was signed, and they forgot to even ask for Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Not just that – even the captured land was returned," he said. Shah also held Nehru responsible for India not securing a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council. "It was Nehru's decision that cost us the UN Security Council seat," Shah said, quoting from books written by the first prime minister. Shah said the Congress had opposed the Prevention of Terrorism Act which was enacted in 2002 by the then Atal Bihari Vajpayee government to curb terrorism. "I want to ask today who was Congress trying to protect by blocking POTA? The moment Manmohan Singh and Sonia Gandhi's government came to power, POTA was repealed in the first cabinet meeting. The country deserves to know – who benefitted from the Congress repealing POTA," the home minister asked. Shah said the Opposition was asking the government why the attackers of Pahalgam were allowed to flee. "Well, the security forces have answered on my behalf. The Army had gunned them down," he said. The home minister said a number of terrorists had fled the country when the Congress was in power. "Dawood Ibrahim Kaskar fled in 1986, when the Rajiv Gandhi government was in power. Syed Salahuddin, Tiger Memon, Anis Ibrahim Kaskar fled in 1993, when the Congress government was in power. Riyaz Bhatkal fled in 2007, when the Congress government was in power. Iqbal Bhatkal fled in 2010, then it was their government," Shah said. "Now, let Rahul Gandhi answer why these people fled the country," he said. The home minister referred to the Batla House encounter of 2008, and recalled how Congress leader Salman Khurshid was shedding tears for the dead terrorists. "I thought something serious had happened. He said Sonia Gandhi cried for the Batla House terrorists. If she had to cry, she should've cried for martyr Mohan Sharma instead," Shah said. As Congress members rose in protest, Shah said he has downloaded a video of Khurshid on his mobile phone and was ready to play it in the House if required.
News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Imran Khan Slams Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir: 'Sacrificing National Interest For...'
Last Updated: Imran Khan has lashed out at Army chief Asim Munir, saying the general was disgracing the military and sacrificing national interest to maintain his hold on power. Imran Khan, Pakistan's imprisoned former Prime Minister, lashed out at Army chief Asim Munir, saying that the general was disgracing the military and sacrificing national interest to maintain his hold on power. In a recent post on social media, Khan said, 'The country is being run under Munir's law, and the ISI is giving it protection… He is prepared to sacrifice every national interest to maintain his hold on power. This army chief is disgracing the military just as Yahya Khan once did." Khan invoked the legacy of former army chief General Yahya Khan, whose regime led to the Bangladesh Liberation War and the birth of Bangladesh, as he ramps up criticism against the current government. His comments come ahead of his party's campaign against the 'puppet government", starting next month. 'At this time, the Senate, the National Assembly, the Prime Minister, and the President are all unconstitutional. A sham constitutional court was created, which reduced our seats in parliament," Khan, who has been in jail for two years in multiple cases, added. In an unprecedented move, Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf's seats were simply handed over to others. The constitutional courts, which are meant to deliver justice, are now filled with Munir's minions, Khan alleged. The former PM also accused Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja of perpetrating a historic electoral fraud. 'A judge of the Islamabad High Court is not hearing my appeals for seven months because he, too, receives instructions from Munir. At this time, Munir's law prevails in our country, as if he owns Pakistan," he said. Khan stated that the judiciary, state institutions, and democracy are being eroded. 'Military courts have been declared legal, an act that is essentially a vote of no confidence by the judiciary against itself. My wife, Bushra Bibi, is being used as a weapon to break me, but let me make this clear: I would rather die than accept Munir's monarchy," he added. He said that a nation is doomed when incompetent individuals are 'forcibly imposed upon institutions". Talking about the torture inflicted on him, Khan said he was kept in solitary confinement for 22 hours a day and denied books, newspapers, and television. Khan said he has told his sons to take the matter to international courts based on fundamental human rights. 'They are not asking anyone in the United States for help; they are only raising their voices for their rights. Even when President Trump first came into office, I said that decisions about Pakistan must be made in Pakistan. We have knocked on every door, but no one has listened," he added. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! view comments First Published: July 28, 2025, 19:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Navy's covert Op X during Bangla War dealt biggest damage in naval history: Rtd Vice Admiral Abhay Kavre
1 2 3 4 5 6 Nagpur: Indian Navy 's vice admiral (retd) Abhay Karve on Saturday shared experiences of Operation X, a covert naval mission during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, at an event organised by Prahar Samaj Jagruti Sanstha to mark Kargil Vijay Diwas. Under the operation, Mukti Bahini divers, armed only with magnetic mines and flippers, swam beneath enemy ships to plant explosives. "The mission was extremely successful. Not even World War II or the Vietnam War witnessed such massive naval destruction," he said. Karve, who last served as the flag officer commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Naval Command, said the Indian Navy trained members of the Bangladeshi rebel faction Mukti Bahini, including 400 personnel as "assault swimmers." "Captain M.N.R. Samant, a non-diver himself, led the training at Plassey and revealed the strategic importance of East Pakistan's massive riverine geography. At that time, Bangladesh barely had any roads, and boats were the primary mode of transport," Karve said. Reflecting on the state of the Navy post-partition, Karve said India was left with only six warships, all remnants of World War II. Today, he noted, the Indian Navy commands one of the most modern fleets in the region. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Seniors Are Ditching Finger Pricks with This Breakthrough Monitor Zakdavi Undo "From early indigenous ships like INS Ajay and INS Nilgiri to current initiatives, the Navy has led the way in indigenization under the 'Make in India' program," he said. Karve highlighted the Navy's decisive role in several military operations, including the Goa Liberation in 1961, spearheaded by ships like INS Mysore, Betwa, Beas, and Trishul. Lieutenant Arun Auditto led the capture of Anjadiv Island, defeating Portuguese forces and securing the surrender of the vessel Albuquerque—Portugal's only line of communication with Goa. "The 1971 Indo-Pak war remains the most comprehensive display of India's naval capabilities," Karve emphasized. "Within days, India blockaded Pakistani ports and launched precision attacks using missile boats. Operation Trident on December 4—now celebrated as Navy Day—destroyed Karachi's oil reserves and key infrastructure. Operation Python followed, with a single ship attack crippling more Pakistani assets. " He added that the Navy's use of surface-to-surface missiles and towed missile boats for fuel efficiency stunned even its Soviet allies. "On the eastern front, INS Vikrant led operations in the Bay of Bengal despite technical setbacks. The sinking of PNS Ghazi, Pakistan's leased submarine, was achieved through strategic deception and became a turning point," he said. While victories were significant, sacrifices were equally profound. INS Khukri, deployed near Diu, was lost to a submarine attack, killing 195 sailors, including Captain M.N. Mulla. The tragedy prompted the Indian Navy to adopt advanced anti-submarine technology and strengthen its R&D focus, he added. Vice Admiral Karve was felicitated by the organization's secretary, Flight Lieutenant Shivalee Deshpande. Inputs by N Soumya & Nimishka Saluja
Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Navy's covert Op X during Bangla War dealt biggest damage in naval history: Rtd Vice Admiral Abhay Karve
1 2 Nagpur: Indian Navy 's vice admiral (retd) Abhay Karve on Saturday shared experiences of Operation X, a covert naval mission during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, at an event organised by Prahar Samaj Jagruti Sanstha to mark Kargil Vijay Diwas. Under the operation, Mukti Bahini divers, armed only with magnetic mines and flippers, swam beneath enemy ships to plant explosives. "The mission was extremely successful. Not even World War II or the Vietnam War witnessed such massive naval destruction," he said. Karve, who last served as the flag officer commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Naval Command, said the Indian Navy trained members of the Bangladeshi rebel faction Mukti Bahini, including 400 personnel as "assault swimmers." "Captain M.N.R. Samant, a non-diver himself, led the training at Plassey and revealed the strategic importance of East Pakistan's massive riverine geography. At that time, Bangladesh barely had any roads, and boats were the primary mode of transport," Karve said. Reflecting on the state of the Navy post-partition, Karve said India was left with only six warships, all remnants of World War II. Today, he noted, the Indian Navy commands one of the most modern fleets in the region. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Swelling and internal bleeding in the brain, help this baby Donate For Health Donate Now Undo "From early indigenous ships like INS Ajay and INS Nilgiri to current initiatives, the Navy has led the way in indigenization under the 'Make in India' program," he said. Karve highlighted the Navy's decisive role in several military operations, including the Goa Liberation in 1961, spearheaded by ships like INS Mysore, Betwa, Beas, and Trishul. Lieutenant Arun Auditto led the capture of Anjadiv Island, defeating Portuguese forces and securing the surrender of the vessel Albuquerque—Portugal's only line of communication with Goa. "The 1971 Indo-Pak war remains the most comprehensive display of India's naval capabilities," Karve emphasized. "Within days, India blockaded Pakistani ports and launched precision attacks using missile boats. Operation Trident on December 4—now celebrated as Navy Day—destroyed Karachi's oil reserves and key infrastructure. Operation Python followed, with a single ship attack crippling more Pakistani assets. " He added that the Navy's use of surface-to-surface missiles and towed missile boats for fuel efficiency stunned even its Soviet allies. "On the eastern front, INS Vikrant led operations in the Bay of Bengal despite technical setbacks. The sinking of PNS Ghazi, Pakistan's leased submarine, was achieved through strategic deception and became a turning point," he said. While victories were significant, sacrifices were equally profound. INS Khukri, deployed near Diu, was lost to a submarine attack, killing 195 sailors, including Captain M.N. Mulla. The tragedy prompted the Indian Navy to adopt advanced anti-submarine technology and strengthen its R&D focus, he added. Vice Admiral Karve was felicitated by the organization's secretary, Flight Lieutenant Shivalee Deshpande. Inputs by N Soumya & Nimishka Saluja
