India, October 16, 2026: Pakistan criticises Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's warning of stronger response to future terror attacks. The Hindu reported the development.

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The Foreign Office on Friday (October 16, 2026) condemned Defence Minister Rajnath Singh 's remarks that any future terrorist act originating from Pakistan will draw an even "stronger response".

"Pakistan rejects and condemns the Indian Defence Minister's provocative remarks...," Foreign Office spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan said.

Speaking at a defence conclave in Delhi, Mr.

Singh on Thursday (October 15, 2026) said any future terrorist act originating from Pakistan will draw an even "stronger response", asserting a decisive shift in India's response with Operation Sindoor , Balakot airstrikes and surgical strikes.

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