In the latest exchange of cross-border rhetoric, Indian Member of Parliament Asaduddin Owaisi has delivered a sharp and personal retort to Pakistani Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s inflammatory statements regarding the Indus Waters Treaty. Referring directly to the assassination of Benazir Bhutto, Owaisi reminded Bilawal that the terrorists responsible for her death were “born and bred in Pakistan,” calling for reflection rather than war-mongering. Bilawal’s Controversial Statement The controversy stems from a public speech made by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari during a rally in Sukkur, where he invoked emotional and nationalistic themes to address India’s decision to suspend the implementation of…
Author: Jitendra Kumar
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has called for a paradigm shift in how Delhi—and India—thinks about its urban poor, following the deadly fire that destroyed over 800 jhuggis and claimed the lives of two children in Rohini. She urged policy-makers, planners, and citizens alike to “humanize urban development” and build cities that protect and uplift the most vulnerable. Speaking during her visit to the fire-ravaged area, Gupta’s tone combined empathy with determination. “Every time we ignore unsafe housing, every time we delay infrastructure to these communities, we’re gambling with human lives,” she stated. “That must stop now.” Emergency Response and Ongoing…
The deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam has jolted the international community into acknowledging a painful truth: the lack of a centralized, coordinated global intelligence-sharing platform is hampering efforts to prevent such tragedies. As the world mourns the loss of 26 innocent lives, security experts and global leaders are calling for an overhaul in how nations track and share terror-related intelligence. The Attack That Sparked a Global Alarm On April 22, militants attacked a trekking group near the scenic Pahalgam region, using guerrilla tactics and automatic weapons. The attackers had evaded radar by crossing rugged terrain and using secure communications. Preliminary…
In a dramatic escalation following the brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, India has announced the suspension of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan. The move, declared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), marks a major shift in India’s strategic posture and sends a strong political message in response to what India calls “state-enabled cross-border terrorism.” Background: A Treaty Tested by Time The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), brokered by the World Bank in 1960, has been widely regarded as one of the few enduring agreements between India and Pakistan. The treaty allocated control over…
Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir | April 23, 2025 —A deadly terror attack in the scenic town of Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22 has left the country in mourning. The assault, which occurred in the Baisaran Valley, resulted in the death of 28 people, including tourists from across India and abroad. Over 20 others were injured in the attack, sparking widespread outrage. In the aftermath, Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited the region to pay his respects to the victims and assured the public that the perpetrators would face swift and decisive justice. The Attack: A Brutal Assault on…
India’s road network is the backbone of its economy, connecting villages to cities, markets to ports, and people to opportunities. But behind this seemingly connected landscape lies a harsh truth: poor infrastructure is a key driver of the nation’s soaring road death toll. Unsafe roads don’t just delay travel—they kill. Cracked Roads, Broken Lives Potholes, eroded shoulders, uneven surfaces, and missing manhole covers are more than just nuisances—they’re killers. Every monsoon season brings a flood of road degradation, yet maintenance is often delayed or neglected. Motorcyclists are especially vulnerable, with potholes contributing to countless two-wheeler crashes annually. Urban roads often…
Vice President JD Vance’s Easter weekend visit to Rome culminated in a brief but symbolically powerful meeting with Pope Francis. As a Catholic convert, Vance expressed gratitude for the opportunity to visit the heart of his faith, while also using the visit to emphasize the U.S. commitment to defending religious freedom and strengthening global diplomacy. Behind closed doors, the Pope and Vance are believed to have touched on topics including Ukraine, the Holy Land, and Christian persecution in Africa and the Middle East. Vatican officials said the meeting was respectful, though not without differing interpretations on how best to address…
A Flight That Almost Didn’t Land Passengers aboard a quiet regional flight expected a brief and uneventful journey. Instead, they found themselves at the heart of an unfolding crisis that could have ended in catastrophe. The mid-air hijacking attempt by a U.S. citizen, cut short by the intervention of an armed passenger, has left the aviation world grappling with difficult questions: What drives someone to commit such an act? How do we protect ourselves in the air without introducing new risks? This is the story of what happened before, during, and after one of the most harrowing in-flight events in…
A fresh wave of tariffs from Donald Trump—this time soaring up to 245%—has reignited tensions with China and drawn the world’s attention back to the U.S.-China economic battlefield. Analysts call this the most aggressive trade maneuver since the original trade war between the two giants erupted in 2018. A Timeline of Escalation This dramatic increase builds on years of tension. From early trade skirmishes under Trump’s first term to the more restrained but cautious policies under Biden, the U.S. has steadily shifted toward economic decoupling. The new tariffs take that approach to a whole new level. The Political Narrative For…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sharply criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump’s approach to resolving the war in Ukraine, emphasizing that peace cannot be achieved through quick fixes or shortcuts. In a recent statement, Zelensky argued that Trump’s claims to resolve the conflict swiftly are overly simplistic and do not account for the long-term commitment necessary to secure Ukraine’s sovereignty. While Trump has repeatedly suggested that his personal relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin would allow him to negotiate a peace deal quickly, Zelensky cautioned that such a resolution would not address the deeper issues at the heart of the…
Tahawwur Rana’s extradition to the United States faces new hurdles as his defense team presents 33 health-related objections to the court. The charges against him are severe, involving terrorism-related offenses linked to the 2008 Mumbai attacks. However, his lawyers argue that extradition would put his life at risk due to a series of chronic health issues, including heart disease, diabetes, and severe anxiety. They contend that his medical conditions are so serious that extraditing him to the U.S. could lead to irreversible damage to his health. In response, the U.S. government has rejected these claims, insisting that adequate medical care…
A surge of violent unrest over Waqf property disputes has left three people dead and dozens injured in West Bengal, drawing judicial attention and prompting the Calcutta High Court to order the immediate deployment of central forces across all districts. The escalating tensions come amid widespread allegations of corruption, mismanagement, and political interference in the administration of Waqf lands. The epicenters of the violence were Bhangar in South 24 Parganas and Chopra in North Dinajpur—regions with a history of protest over land rights and minority issues. Protesters took to the streets in large numbers, demanding transparency and justice in how…