New Delhi, June 5 -- India's aerial combat capabilities withstood the demands of modern warfare during Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday told his Council of Ministers, referring to India's strikes on nine terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir.

During the council's first meeting after Operation Sindoor, Modi hailed the attacks, which targeted Pakistan military infrastructure as well, as an achievement of Indian soldiers and emphasised the strength of indigenous weapons.

He highlighted the changing nature of warfare and said "Make in India" weapons and platforms will be a priority for the government, said people aware of the matter.

Modi asked the ministers to focus on quality of governance. He...