In a strongly worded statement, the Israeli Embassy underscored the “solid bond” and robust relationship between India and Israel.

The government has revamped the National Security Advisory Board, appointing Alok Joshi, the former R&AW chief, as its Chairman. The reconstituted board includes retired officers from the military and police services, along with a retired IFS officer. This multi-disciplinary body will provide long-term analysis and policy recommendations to the National Security Council.

PM Modi on Wednesday chaired a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security, the second since the Pahalgam attack. He also chaired a Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs.