NEW DELHI, May 1 -- Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said Operation Sindoor sent an unequivocal message to the world that India is no longer bound by the old mindset of just issuing diplomatic statements when terror attacks are perpetrated on its soil, and the country has moved beyond mere intent and rhetoric by demonstrating its unwavering commitment through decisive action. "Terrorism emanates from a distorted and perverse mindset. It casts a dark stain on humanity. The battle against terrorism is not merely a matter of national security; it is, fundamentally, a battle to safeguard the core values of humanity. It is a fight against a barbaric ideology that stands in direct opposition to every human value. We have articulated this Indian perspective, both within the country and abroad," Singh said at the ANI national security summit. Terrorism, Rajnath said, continues to challenge collective peace, development, andprosperity. "Attempts are made to justify terrorism by giving it a religious colour or linking it to a violent ideology such as Naxalism. This is extremely dangerous and, in a way, provides cover fire to terrorists so they can slowly advance toward their goal. Terrorism is not just an anti-national act; it has multiple dimensions - operational, ideological, and political. It can only be dealt with if we tackle all these dimensions." He said Operation Sindoor was a shining example of jointness and synergy of the Indian armed forces, adding that the three services acted in concert and under a unified plan....