Bengaluru police solved the mystery of Gangadharaiah's death, initially deemed unnatural. An autopsy revealed fractured ribs, leading to a murder investigation. The break came when the victim's stolen mobile phone was activated in Salem, Tamil Nadu. Police traced it to Naresh Kumar Raja, a wanted criminal, who confessed to attacking and robbing Gangadharaiah, resulting in his death.
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Operation Sindoor severely damaged Pakistan's air force. Indian strikes targeted radar systems and command centers. Pakistan's air defenses were overwhelmed. Key air bases faced significant damage. Communication networks were disrupted. Pakistan sought a ceasefire after the strikes. The operation demonstrated India's ability to respond decisively. The strikes caused a five-year setback for Pakistan's air capabilities.
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Shashi Tharoor, leading an all-party delegation in the US, highlighted India's past peace efforts towards Pakistan, which were followed by terror attacks like Pathankot in 2016. Tharoor emphasized that after years of failed attempts at diplomacy, India has adopted a new approach with Operation Sindoor, conducting precise strikes against terror infrastructure.
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