India’s stance on Pakistan and the status of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) has been consistent and unyielding under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). This was evident once again during the recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit. India, represented by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, sent a clear and…
Omar Abdullah has officially taken oath as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, marking a new chapter in the state’s political landscape. His swearing-in ceremony on Wednesday was met with a quick show of support from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who emphasized that the central government would extend full cooperation to the new National…
The ongoing controversy involving All India Services (AIS) officers challenging the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) once again highlights a troubling trend of bureaucratic insubordination and vested interests. A few senior officers, including a Director-General of Police (DGP), have decided to move court after being reprimanded by the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT). This brazen…
India’s latest acquisition of 31 Predator drones from the United States represents a significant advancement in its military capabilities, particularly in the context of enhancing national security amid the complexities of potential two-front threats. As India faces challenges from both Pakistan and China, these drones will play a crucial role in bolstering the country’s defence…
The 21st ASEAN-India Summit held last week in Vientiane, Lao PDR, marked a significant milestone in India’s Act East Policy, celebrating a decade of its implementation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation, his 11th at such a summit, reflects India’s unwavering commitment to strengthening ties with ASEAN nations. The summit focused on evaluating progress made under…
The proposed lift irrigation project at Kodangal, spearheaded by Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, has stirred a hornet’s nest of controversy. Estimated to cost a staggering ₹4,350 crore and aimed at irrigating one lakh acres, the project intends to draw water from the Krishna River to benefit the Mahabubnagar district. This cost doesn’t include…
The latest actions of the Indian National Congress, particularly its outright rejection of the electoral mandate in Haryana, pose serious questions about the party’s commitment to democratic principles. This refusal to accept the will of the people not only undermines the spirit of democracy but also exposes a dangerous precedent that hints at a deeper…
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is once again at the center of a political storm in Delhi, this time involving allegations of Chief Minister Atishi’s eviction from her official residence. The claims have sparked controversy, raising serious questions about AAP’s governance and motives. Atishi moved into Bungalow No. 6 on Flagstaff Road in Delhi’s Civil…
The passing of Ratan Tata on Wednesday night marks the end of an era for Indian industry. An icon whose influence extended far beyond the boardrooms of Tata Sons, Ratan Tata was a visionary, a philanthropist, and a man of exceptional integrity. His legacy, like the empire he helped shape, is woven into the very…
Omar Abdullah’s latest statement that his government will work with the Centre to further development in Jammu and Kashmir signals a significant change in the region’s political landscape. This announcement interestingly comes soon after he was named the possible Chief Minister by his father and party chief of the National Conference. This shift occurs in…
