Author: Akancha Mishra

 In an uncommon turn of events, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif publicly confirmed that India’s ballistic missiles struck the Nur Khan Airbase and several other strategic locations on May 10. This acknowledgment contrasts sharply with Pakistan’s standard approach of denying Indian military actions. Sharif disclosed that the Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, contacted him around 2:30 in the morning to inform him of the strikes. During a public speech at the Pakistan Monument, Sharif remarked that despite deploying domestic technology and Chinese aircraft, Indian missiles managed to reach their designated targets. Geo News reported Sharif stating that the…

India is launching a far-reaching diplomatic offensive to counter Pakistan’s global narrative on terrorism and highlight its role as a major sponsor of terror. The initiative kicks off with one of the seven all-party delegations, headed by JD(U) leader Sanjay Kumar Jha, set to visit Eastern nations including Japan beginning Wednesday. “Our delegation will leave the country tomorrow. We will go to Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore,” said Sanjay Kumar Jha, JD(U)’s national working president, during a press interaction at Patna airport on Tuesday. Jha explained that the core purpose of the delegation is to raise international awareness…

India’s recent counterterrorism mission, dubbed Operation Sindoor, showcased the country’s evolving military strategy under the guidance of National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. Designed in response to the deadly terror strike in Pahalgam, the operation focused on dismantling key terror networks within Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK). Senior officials reported that Doval closely oversaw the mission, maintaining strict secrecy, swift execution, and effective escalation management. To maintain operational integrity, final target details were withheld until just two hours before launch. Though multiple strike plans had been circulated earlier among the armed forces, last-minute modifications were introduced by Doval himself. The central…

In the aftermath of the brutal Pahalgam terror attack, India’s Operation Sindoor continues to reverberate across borders, rattling Pakistan’s narrative. The latest ripple came from Lisbon, Portugal, where a group of Pakistani demonstrators attempted to protest outside the Indian Embassy. However, instead of staying silent, the Indian mission delivered a powerful visual rebuttal, showcasing striking images of Operation Sindoor with the message: “Operation Sindoor – is not yet over.” On that Sunday, Pakistani protestors holding posters of their Army Chief Asim Munir hoped to challenge the Indian presence diplomatically. But their message quickly lost impact when Indian diplomats, led by…

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…