Author: Malavika Subramanyan

In a striking observation, Dr Walter Ladwig, Senior Lecturer in International Relations at King’s College London, has described Operation Sindoor as a watershed moment in modern military history, noting that it was the first time two nuclear-armed nations engaged in continuous reciprocal strikes. Speaking to NDTV, Dr Ladwig shared insights from his report titled “Calibrated Force: Operation Sindoor and the Future of Indian Deterrence”, published by the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI). He clarified that India’s precision strike was focused on holding the perpetrators of the April 22 Pahalgam attack accountable, with no intention of triggering a broader conflict with…

Maryam Nawaz, the Chief Minister of Punjab and niece of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has made a candid admission about the extent of damage inflicted by India’s Operation Sindoor. During a ceremony at the University of Sargodha, Nawaz drew stark comparisons between India’s May 7 military operation and the May 9, 2023, attacks on Pakistani military establishments by supporters of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party. She claimed that the devastation caused by PTI activists—who had stormed sensitive locations like the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi—surpassed even that inflicted by a foreign adversary. Nawaz remarked that PTI’s actions delivered a blow to…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday highlighted the swift and decisive retaliation by India’s security forces following the April 22 terror attack, which saw nine notorious terror camps eliminated within just 22 minutes under the banner of Operation Sindoor. He described this operation as a new form of justice for terrorists and those who support them, while also outlining a comprehensive three-pronged approach to counter terrorism. Addressing the nation, PM Modi stated, “Whenever a terror attack occurs on Indian soil, the adversary will be met with a strong and appropriate response. Our armed forces will have the authority to decide…

A towering 16-foot statue of Lord Hanuman has been installed at the Seeta Ram Radhey Shyam Mandir in Sparta, located on the Essequibo Coast of Guyana, becoming the tallest of its kind in the region. The statue, known as a murti, was imported from India and donated by the Soklall family in loving memory of their late parents. It represents a symbol of unwavering faith, enduring friendship, and spiritual resilience for the local Hindu community. The High Commission of India in Georgetown praised the installation, stating, “May Lord Bajrangabali bless us in our efforts to forge closer people-to-people ties between…

In a powerful display of courage and precision, India’s armed forces successfully defended several cities in border states during heightened tensions with Pakistan. The country faced aerial threats, including drone attacks and long-range missiles, which were intercepted by India’s air defense systems before they could harm civilians or key landmarks. A standout moment came when the Indian Army’s air defense shielded the Golden Temple in Amritsar from a targeted attack. On Monday, the Army showcased how advanced defence systems like the AKASH missile and L-70 guns played a crucial role in safeguarding Punjab and its religious landmarks. Major General Kartik…

MSNBC has tapped experienced journalist Sudeep Reddy to lead its newly established Washington bureau, marking a significant milestone as the network moves toward editorial independence. This move comes as part of Comcast’s larger reorganisation strategy, which includes spinning off MSNBC into an independent entity, severing its corporate connection with NBCUniversal. Reddy, 45, steps into the role with a rich background in journalism leadership. At Politico, he served as senior managing editor, overseeing 150 journalists and directing content for the White House beat, Playbook, audio formats, digital projects, and overall newsroom operations. His prior experience includes 10 years at The Wall…

The Knight Science Journalism Program at MIT has named Usha Lee McFarling as its new director, beginning this August. A celebrated science journalist and former KSJ fellow, McFarling will step into a leadership role at one of the world’s most prestigious journalism fellowships for mid-career reporters. McFarling will oversee the ten-month fellowship, which brings accomplished science journalists from across the globe to Boston for academic enrichment and professional growth at MIT, Harvard, and other renowned institutions in the area. Speaking on her new role, McFarling said, “I’m honored to guide KSJ during a period where the integrity of science journalism…

On Tuesday, May 20, the Indian Air Force (IAF) sent a resounding message of strength and readiness to the nation and its adversaries. In a powerful video shared on X (formerly Twitter), the Indian Air Force reiterated its steadfast dedication to safeguarding the nation. Accompanied by Piyush Mishra’s stirring anthem “Aarambh Hai Prachand Hai”, the visuals captured the force’s cutting-edge operations, evolving combat techniques, and strategic excellence. The cinematic video featured adrenaline-fueled glimpses of Indian Air Force jets and operations underlining its modern warfare capabilities. Captions like “Unseen, Unstoppable, Unmatched” and “Swift, Lethal, Agile” painted a portrait of a force…

In a recent appearance on the All-In Podcast with entrepreneur David Friedberg, Google CEO Sundar Pichai took a playful swipe at Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, referencing a comment Nadella made back in 2023 during the early days of the AI chatbot competition. The conversation, which touched on the intensifying rivalry in artificial intelligence, led Friedberg to ask Pichai about his thoughts on leading tech figures like Sam Altman (OpenAI), Elon Musk (xAI), Mark Zuckerberg (Meta), and Satya Nadella (Microsoft). “These are all leaders of very influential AI companies. What’s your take on them, as individuals and the companies they…

A week after India’s decisive military strikes under Operation Sindoor, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has made a public appeal for peace talks with New Delhi. Addressing an event in Islamabad, Sharif emphasized the need to resolve long-standing disputes, including the issue of Jammu and Kashmir, stating that true peace in the region cannot be achieved without addressing these concerns. Sharif’s comments come in the wake of Pakistan’s military setbacks during the May 7 Indian operation and the subsequent four-day cross-border conflict. India had launched precision strikes on terror hubs in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in response to the April…