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Pakistan’s Diplomatic Overture: ‘We Do Not Want to Fight’
Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, has underscored his country’s commitment to peace with India, stating that Pakistan, as a “smaller country,” is not inclined towards conflict. In an interview with Newsweek, Sheikh emphasised, “We do not want to fight, particularly with a bigger country.” These...
Fierce Storm Batters Delhi-NCR, Disrupts Flights and Claims Lives
A powerful dust storm accompanied by heavy rainfall swept through Delhi and the National Capital Region , causing significant disruptions to air travel and resulting in the deaths of four individuals. The storm led to widespread waterlogging, flight delays, and damage to infrastructure across the region. Flight operations at...
Pakistan-administered Kashmir Orders Madrasa Closures
Authorities in Pakistan-administered Kashmir have mandated the closure of all religious seminaries for ten days, citing concerns over potential Indian military action following a deadly attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir. While officials publicly attributed the decision to an ongoing heatwave, internal communications and statements from the Department of...
Punjab-Haryana Water Dispute Deepens Over Bhakra
A fresh dispute has erupted between Punjab and Haryana over the release of water from the Bhakra Dam, with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann asserting that the state lacks surplus water to share, while Haryana expresses concerns about excess water potentially flowing into Pakistan. During a meeting with the...
Pakistan Fortifies Hafiz Saeed’s Security Amid Rising Tensions
Pakistan has significantly escalated security measures for Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed, following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that claimed 26 civilian lives. Sources indicate that the security detail around Saeed’s Lahore residence has been intensified, with a 24-hour deployment of armed personnel from the Pakistan...
Asim Malik Takes Dual Helm of Pakistan’s Security Apparatus
Lieutenant General Muhammad Asim Malik, currently serving as the Director General of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence , has been appointed as the country’s National Security Advisor , assuming an additional role that underscores his expanding influence within Pakistan’s security establishment. The appointment, reported by The Express Tribune, marks a significant...
India Blocks 16 Pakistani YouTube Channels
India has blocked access to 16 Pakistani YouTube channels, including prominent news outlets, for disseminating provocative content and misinformation following the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives. The action, recommended by the Ministry of Home Affairs, aims to curb the spread of false narratives that could incite communal...
Militants Occupied Baisaran Meadow Days Before
Militants involved in the Pahalgam terror attack had established a presence in Baisaran meadow two days prior to the assault, according to information obtained during the interrogation of arrested Over Ground Workers . This revelation has intensified scrutiny of local support networks and raised questions about lapses in surveillance...
Pakistan Alleges Imminent Indian Military Strike
Pakistan has asserted that it possesses “credible intelligence” indicating that India is preparing to launch a military strike within the next 24 to 36 hours. This claim follows the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 tourists. India attributes the attack...
Census to Feature Caste Data in Landmark Policy Shift
The Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs , chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the inclusion of caste enumeration in the forthcoming national census. This decision, announced by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday, marks a significant policy shift, addressing a longstanding demand from various political and social...
FIR Against Ex-Delhi Ministers in ₹2,000 Cr School Scam
The Anti-Corruption Bureau of Delhi has registered a First Information Report against former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia and former Public Works Department Minister Satyendar Jain, both senior leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party , over allegations of large-scale corruption in the construction of classrooms in government schools. The...
Rubio Steps In as US Scrambles to Prevent War
A deadly terrorist assault in Kashmir has reignited tensions between India and Pakistan, prompting urgent diplomatic efforts by the United States to prevent a potential military confrontation between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. Amid escalating rhetoric, the United States has called on both countries to exercise restraint. Secretary of State...
Carney’s Win Sparks New Hope for Canada-India Ties
Mark Carney’s victory in the Canadian federal elections and his swearing-in as Prime Minister has triggered cautious optimism about a potential reset in Canada-India relations, which had nosedived under Justin Trudeau’s leadership. Diplomatic circles are closely watching Carney’s initial moves as expectations build around a more pragmatic approach towards...
Leadership Transition Looms as BJP Weighs New National President
Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal is increasingly viewed as a leading contender to assume the role of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s national president, as the party gears up for a key organisational shift ahead of pivotal state elections and the broader strategic build-up to the next general election....
Madras Court Flags Mastermind Plot in Jobs Scam
A meticulously orchestrated fabrication of merit lists in the Metropolitan Transport Corporation hiring process has drawn sharp criticism from the Madras High Court, which characterised the manipulation as a “scientific” operation designed to enable corruption. During a hearing on Monday, the court pointed to a well-planned scheme in which...
Chinese Firms Eye India Deals as US Tariffs Bite
Chinese companies are increasingly shifting focus to India, adjusting strategies to cope with escalating tariff pressures imposed by United States President Donald Trump on Chinese goods. Trump’s aggressive tariff policy, part of a prolonged trade confrontation between Washington and Beijing, has driven Chinese firms to seek alternative growth avenues...
Supreme Court Clarifies Sharia Court Rulings Not Legally Binding
A Muslim woman’s right to maintenance was upheld by the Supreme Court, reaffirming that rulings issued by a Sharia Court or a Court of Kazi carry no legal force under the framework of Indian law. Delivering the judgement on 4 February, made public on 22 April, a bench comprising...
Washington Calls for Calm Between India and Pakistan
The United States has pressed India and Pakistan to seek a “responsible resolution” after a deadly attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam area left more than two dozen people dead, as tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours threaten to escalate. The State Department confirmed it has been engaged in...
