Author: Akancha Mishra

India’s response to the Pahalgam terror attack signals a decisive shift in how New Delhi tackles cross-border terrorism, according to Aparna Pande, Director of the India Initiative at the Hudson Institute. Speaking to ANI, Pande explained that the era of “strategic restraint” has ended, replaced by a policy of swift, calculated retaliation. Referencing the May 7 Operation Sindoor strikes that followed the April 22 attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, Pande said India has shown it is now willing to escalate its military response without necessarily crossing into full-scale war. “There is now an understanding that India can strike terror…

During a recent visit to the Bhuj Air Force Station in Gujarat, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh fiercely criticized the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for approving a $1 billion loan to Pakistan. Singh expressed concerns that a significant portion of the funds may be diverted to finance terror-related activities within Pakistan. He urged the IMF to reevaluate its decision and consider the broader implications of continued support. Speaking to Indian air personnel, Singh stated, “I believe Pakistan is likely to channel these funds into its terror infrastructure. India strongly recommends that the IMF reconsider its financial assistance.” His remarks came a…

In a nationwide celebration of India’s strategic victory under Operation Sindoor, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched an 11-day Tiranga Yatra on May 13 to honour the unmatched bravery of the country’s armed forces. The campaign, infused with patriotic spirit, is being held across multiple states to pay tribute to the Indian Army, Air Force, Navy, and the Border Security Forces for their precise and successful strikes on terror hubs in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). In the capital city, Delhi, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta along with Cabinet ministers, BJP MLAs, and senior leaders actively participated in the yatra. The…

The announcement of a ceasefire between India and Pakistan on May 10 prompted a flurry of responses across India, including from Bollywood actor Salman Khan. Khan momentarily voiced his thoughts on social media, but the post was swiftly taken down. Shortly after the ceasefire was confirmed on Saturday, Salman Khan posted, “Thank God for the ceasefire…”, but took it down soon after. Although the tweet was short-lived, it ignited a heated debate online. Some social media users commended Khan’s support for peace, while others criticized the timing of the message, especially given the tragic loss of 26 civilian lives in…

 In a significant political shake-up, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled a 38-member Cabinet, comprising 28 ministers and 10 Secretaries of State. These Secretaries will support the ministers with focused oversight of key areas, ensuring sharper leadership across portfolios. This new team enters office with a mandate to tackle pressing national and international challenges. Prime Minister Carney highlighted three immediate priorities: redefining Canada’s economic and security partnership with the United States, addressing the rising cost of living, and revitalizing Canada’s position as a G7 economic leader. In a post on X, Carney emphasized that the new Cabinet is “empowered…

National Retail Solutions (NRS), a leading provider of point-of-sale (POS) systems and merchant services for independent retailers, proudly announces the release of the 10th episode in its successful “Marty’s Minutes, C-Store Basics 101” educational video series. The milestone episode continues the series’ mission of providing convenience store owners with practical knowledge and actionable insights delivered by industry veteran Marty Glick, Executive Vice President of Divisional Sales at National Convenience Distributors. “I am incredibly proud to collaborate with my friend Marty Glick, EVP of Sales at NCD, to help independent merchants run their stores more efficiently,” said Elie Y. Katz, President…

A sea of devotees gathered along the four Masi streets in Madurai to witness the grand ‘Therottam’—the iconic temple car procession of Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple—marking the second-to-last day of the Chithirai festival. Before the ceremonial journey began, the adorned idols of Goddess Meenakshi, Lord Sundareswarar, and Goddess Piriyavidai were respectfully brought to the ‘Thermutti’ on East Masi Street. This is where the colorfully embellished wooden temple chariots, steeped in historical and spiritual significance, were waiting. Following traditional rituals and pujas performed by the temple priests, the procession began at precisely 6:35 a.m. Lord Sundareswarar and Goddess Piriyavidai were seated…

The Sikh Coalition is thrilled to announce the appointment of Manpreet Kaur as the new Education Director, starting in May 2025. In her new role, Kaur will spearhead efforts aimed at transforming Sikh awareness and ensuring a more inclusive and safe environment for students across the country. Her responsibilities will include advocating for the inclusion of Sikhi in state educational standards and curricula nationwide, creating teaching materials that accurately portray Sikhism, and organizing professional development programs for educators. Additionally, she will engage Sikh families and students to actively contribute to these efforts and more. Originally from Bakersfield, California, Kaur has…

All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) leader Asaduddin Owaisi sharply criticized Pakistan for its continued support of cross-border terrorism, urging Indians to remain united in countering such threats. Commenting on the recent surge in attacks targeting civilians, Owaisi told ANI, “This has consistently been Pakistan’s approach—and unfortunately, it doesn’t appear poised to shift anytime soon.” He accused Pakistan’s deep state of exploiting religion as a mask to justify illegal activities and fund terrorism. “Islam is simply a cover they use,” he said. Highlighting the strong sense of solidarity among Indians, he added, “The collective resolve and unity I witness today against…

 India is preparing to launch a network of 52 surveillance satellites within the next five years as part of a strategic initiative to strengthen its defense forces’ ability to monitor, track, and coordinate during high-risk operations. The announcement was made by Mr. Pawan Kumar Goenka, Chairman of the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), during his address at the Global Space Exploration Conference 2025. This large-scale satellite rollout is designed to enhance space-based intelligence gathering, enabling the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force to effectively observe enemy movements and secure the nation’s borders. Mr. Goenka noted that the…