Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee

The recent BRICS Parliamentary Forum held in Brasilia, Brazil delivered a powerful diplomatic statement by unanimously condemning the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The condemnation came from a coalition of countries including India, Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa, Iran, the UAE, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Indonesia, marking a rare moment of global consensus on the threat of terrorism. Led by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, India’s delegation urged the international community to adopt a unified and coordinated approach to counter global challenges. In his address, he outlined four pivotal actions: disrupting financial flows to terror outfits, enhancing intelligence cooperation,…

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Friday appreciated the support shown by Central Asian countries in the aftermath of the heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which occurred on April 22. Speaking during the 4th India-Central Asia Dialogue in New Delhi, he thanked these nations for standing in solidarity with India. “I appreciate that your countries stood by India and condemned the heinous terrorist attack that took place in Pahalgam,” Jaishankar said in his opening remarks. The dialogue was attended by senior representatives, including Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu, Tajikistan Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin, Turkmenistan Foreign…

On June 6, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will officially dedicate to the nation the Chenab Bridge, recognized as the world’s highest railway bridge, located on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link (USBRL). Alongside this, he will also flag off a special Vande Bharat train service that will operate between Katra and Srinagar, marking a significant milestone in the region’s rail connectivity. In a recent post on X, PM Modi highlighted that the inauguration of infrastructure projects worth approximately $5.5 billion will profoundly benefit the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He praised the Chenab Bridge not only as an architectural marvel but also…

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, speaking in Washington, DC, at the National Press Club, lauded India’s counter-terror campaign, Operation Sindoor, as a calculated and symbolically charged response to the brutal Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians—including 25 Indians and one Nepali. Tharoor, leading a bipartisan Indian parliamentary delegation, described the operation’s name as poignant, noting its reference to the vermilion (sindoor) traditionally worn by married Hindu women, which closely resembles the color of blood. He emphasized that the name was chosen with deep emotional weight, especially considering reports that the terrorists targeted families, killing men in front of their wives. Tharoor…

Dassault, Tata to Manufacture Rafale Fuselage in India In a significant boost to India’s aerospace capabilities, Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) have signed four production transfer agreements to manufacture the Rafale fighter aircraft fuselage in India. Under this agreement, Tata will set up a state-of-the-art production facility in Hyderabad to build key structural sections of the Rafale, including the lateral shells of the rear fuselage, the full rear section, central fuselage, and front section. The facility is expected to begin output by 2028, with a planned production capacity of up to two complete fuselages per month. For…

In a decisive response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians in Jammu and Kashmir, India launched Operation Sindoor, a high-impact military campaign that inflicted significant losses on Pakistan’s aerial and ground forces. According to post-strike assessments, the operation resulted in the destruction of multiple high-value Pakistani air assets, showcasing the depth and accuracy of India’s military capabilities. Among the most notable losses for Pakistan were six Pakistan Air Force (PAF) fighter jets, shot down during aerial engagements. These dogfights occurred over Pakistani Punjab and parts of Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). Indian radar and thermal tracking systems…

During the Shangri-La Dialogue held in Singapore, top military officials from India and Pakistan presented contrasting views, underscoring the enduring tensions between the two countries following last month’s brief military engagement and Operation Sindoor. India’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, highlighted the Operation Sindoor conducted from May 7 to 10, which targeted nine terrorist locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. He emphasized that India has established a strict new policy of zero tolerance toward terrorism, stating that after facing proxy terrorism for over two decades, this operation clearly signals India’s unwillingness to accept such aggression any longer. He…

Raja Kumari has made history as the first artist of Indian descent to win an American Music Award (AMA), taking home the Favourite Soundtrack award at the 51st AMA event held in Los Angeles. She earned this recognition for her impactful song “Renegade (We Never Run),” which is part of the soundtrack for Arcane: League of Legends Season 2. This milestone represents a major achievement in the career of the Grammy-nominated rapper, who is known for blending Indian classical sounds with Western hip-hop influences. The award-winning track was a collaborative effort with UK’s Stefflon Don and Dominican-Brazilian artist Jarina de…

Displacement of Kashmiri Pandits a Blot on Muslims, Says Mehbooba Mufti Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president and former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Monday said the displacement of Kashmiri Pandits from the Valley was a “blot on Kashmiri Muslims” and called for their political empowerment to facilitate genuine integration. Mufti made the remarks during a press conference in Srinagar after meeting Lt Governor Manoj Sinha at the Raj Bhawan. It marked her first meeting with the Lt Governor in five years. In the meeting, she submitted a detailed letter proposing a roadmap for the return and rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandits…

India Leads Global Push for Peacekeeper Accountability, UN Recognizes Women’s Role in Peace Missions India is playing a pivotal role in global peacekeeping by leading efforts to bring justice for crimes committed against UN peacekeepers. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, acknowledged India’s contribution to shaping policy and strengthening accountability within peacekeeping operations. India spearheads the Group of Friends for Promoting Accountability for Crimes Against Peacekeepers, a 39-member coalition it established. Under its leadership, the UN Security Council adopted a resolution urging countries hosting UN missions to investigate and prosecute attacks on peacekeepers, support legal action, and contribute to…