Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the SCO summit, urging member states to reject “double standards” on terrorism and to work toward dismantling terrorism’s broader ecosystem. He also calls for a united, collective response to counter terrorism, including threats that intersect with regional instability.
Modi says there is “no solution on the battlefield” and that wars and conflicts should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy, rather than force. Outlets also link his remarks to concerns about terrorism’s cross-border impact, including consequences for regional security and international trade.
Across the reports, India’s position is consistently highlighted: diplomacy and dialogue are presented as the approach for resolving wider tensions. Times of India additionally emphasizes terrorism’s role as a strategic asset—something Modi argues should not be allowed—alongside risks such as drug trafficking. NDTV and Business Line focus more directly on collective action against terrorism and the rejection of uneven standards among states.
