Author: Raj Shah

By Raj Shah Pia Dandiya, a proud resident of District 21, daughter of Indian immigrants, a former high school principal and White House fellow who led public sector initiatives at Apple is a new Democratic challenger to the Republican U.S. Representative Brian Mast  Pia Dandiya is a first-generation Indian- American who has dedicated her career to strengthening communities as a high school principal, policy leader and technology innovator. A Democrat who wants to write a new future, Pia is determined to make the American dream more accessible to her fellow Floridians. Pia Dandiya has officially entered the race for Florida’s…

By Raj Shah This is in response to Parthiv Parekh’s Khabar: Editorial: “Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds” in the June 2025 edition of Khabar Magazine.  First of all, the title and subtitle of the article—“Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds: Reflections on the recent India-Pakistan military skirmishes and concerns of escalation towards nuclear war”—are deliberately misleading and alarmist. Borrowing from Oppenheimer’s tortured invocation of the Gita, the title frames a limited and conventional military response as though the world stands on the brink of nuclear annihilation. It is a textbook case of sensationalism—designed…

Sadhvi Ritambhara, affectionately known as Didi Ma, is more than a spiritual leader—she is a transformative force in modern Hinduism. Honored with the Padma Bhushan in 2025 for her exceptional contribution to social service and national life, her journey reflects a seamless blend of spiritual depth, cultural pride, social empowerment, and fearless activism. As a key voice in the Hindu civilizational resurgence and a compassionate reformer, Sadhvi Ritambhara continues to inspire millions across the world. Spiritual Foundations and Early Life Born as Nisha in 1964 in Mandi Doraha, a small village in Punjab’s Ludhiana district, Sadhvi Ritambhara’s spiritual calling began…

Vivek Mishra, the Deputy Director of the Strategic Studies Programme, Observer Research Foundation wrote an article titled’ Operation Sindoor: Trump’s Fault Lines. In his Insightful article Dr. Vivek Mishra exposes the deeper diplomatic and geopolitical rifts revealed by U.S. President Donald Trump’s opportunistic involvement in the India-Pakistan crisis of May 2025. Mishra, a recognized expert in Indo-U.S. strategic relations, highlights how Trump’s sudden claim of brokering peace during “Operation Sindoor”—India’s assertive military response to the Pahalgam terror attack—signals a regressive shift in U.S. foreign policy, potentially undermining two decades of strategic trust between India and the United States. Mishra critiques…

Sarral Sharma, Doctoral Candidate at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi; former NSCS official and South Asian Voices Fellow at The Stimson Center published an article titled” “Munir’s Controversial Rise and Pakistan’s Drift to a ‘Hard State’” In his incisive article, Sarral Sharma critically examines the rapid ascent of Pakistan Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir, his promotion to Field Marshal following a conflict-laden defeat, and the alarming transformation of Pakistan into a militarized “hard state.” Sharma argues that Munir’s rise is emblematic of a deeper institutional crisis—one where military prestige is restored not through genuine victory, but by manipulating narratives…

Following the May 2025 India-Pakistan confrontation, India has initiated an across-the-board diplomatic effort aiming at fulfilling several strategic objectives across the world. Beating Pakistan’s Narrative India wishes to show Pakistan’s alleged support for cross-border terrorism, particularly after the April 22 Pahalgam attack in which 26 civilians were killed. India is taking seven all-party delegations to 32 countries and the European Union with the view to presenting evidence and tales which determine Pakistan’s involvement in promoting terrorism. Showing National Unity The inclusion of members representing all political parties in such delegations emphasizes a national, united position against terrorism, as against individual…

In a powerful address delivered in Bikaner, Rajasthan, the Prime Minister articulated a new and resolute approach to national security, particularly in dealing with cross-border terrorism. While the speech touched upon various aspects of national development and infrastructure, its most striking and impactful segment was a stern declaration of India’s retaliatory doctrine, symbolically dubbed “Operation Sindoor.” This term, evoking the sacred vermillion mark worn by married women, was transformed into a metaphor for India’s fierce and unyielding response to any act of aggression that threatens its people and sovereignty. The genesis of this assertive stance, as highlighted by the Prime…

In the latest episode of Latitude at Frontline, host Nirupama Subramanian  explores the geopolitical fallout from Operation Sindoor, a major military confrontation between India and Pakistan following a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam. The episode focuses on US President Donald Trump’s controversial claims that he brokered a ceasefire between the two countries—assertions that have been firmly contradicted by the Indian government. To unpack the implications, Subramanian interviews Lisa Curtis, a former Deputy Assistant to President Trump and senior director for South and Central Asia on the US National Security Council. Curtis, now a senior fellow at the Center for a…

In his first address to the nation after Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India’s future course of action against terrorism would be contingent on Pakistan’s behaviour. He declared that Operation Sindoor now marks a new national policy against terrorism and that a new line has been drawn. On Monday, May 12, Prime Minister Narendra Modi firmly stated that India would not yield to any kind of ‘nuclear blackmail’ from Pakistan, emphasizing that the military actions taken against terrorism have merely been paused, not ended. During his first national address after the launch of Operation Sindoor, Modi reiterated…

Dhruva Jaishankar’s Vishwa Shastra: India and the World has emerged as a timely and significant contribution to the study of India’s foreign policy. In the wake of shifting global power dynamics and the resurgence of Donald Trump, global anxiety is rising over issues such as NATO’s future, a tariff war with China, and immigration policy changes. Against this backdrop, Jaishankar’s book offers clarity, grounded analysis, and a distinct Indian perspective on global affairs, making it relevant for scholars, diplomats, civil service aspirants, and engaged citizens alike. A Dual Approach: History and Strategy Vishwa Shastra neatly divides into two main parts:…