<h1>Union Minister Defends Election Commission Integrity and Military Actions, Criticizes Political Motives Behind Accusations</h1> A Union Minister responded to allegations by a Congress leader accusing the Election Commission of electoral fraud, stating the claims stem from anticipated defeat in upcoming state elections. The minister emphasized the Election Commission's transparency and invited legal recourse through the Supreme Court. He contrasted previous praise for the Commission when the Congress won elections with current accusations following losses. Regarding a military operation targeting terrorist bases across the border, the minister clarified it was not a declaration of war but a counter-terrorism measure. He also defended the promotion of the regional language in Maharashtra and supported the central government's decision to abrogate Article 370, criticizing the opposition for political motives related to the issue.