Army in final phase of Operation Vijay
The non-use of combat aircraft today in Operation Vijay is the clearest indication yet that the decisive phase is set to begin now.

India refuses to keep date with Pak on talks
India took a hard line on the proposed visit of Pakistani foreign minister Sartaj Aziz today, telling Pakistan that the date for the June 7 visit was "not convenient'' for New Delhi.

Foreign media want more proof but Govt on backfoot
India may well be winning the battle on the ground but as far as foreign correspondents in India are concerned, the Government is taking body blows in its handling.

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