Category: Politics

India’s Military Mobilization Follows Deadly Terror Strike On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a high-level meeting with defense officials in New Delhi following last week’s deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The attack claimed the lives of 26 civilians and has since fueled a rapid escalation in regional tensions between India and Pakistan. In response to the atrocity, reportedly carried out by terrorists based in Pakistan, PM Modi granted the Indian armed forces full operational freedom to determine how and when to retaliate.…

A Night of Glory at Rashtrapati Bhawan In a celebration of extraordinary contributions to the nation, President Droupadi Murmu on Monday presented the Padma Awards 2025 to 71 recipients at a prestigious ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi. Honourees were recognised for their remarkable service across diverse fields including the arts, science, public service, and sports. This first phase of the 2025 awards ceremony featured four Padma Vibhushan, ten Padma Bhushan, and fifty-seven Padma Shri recognitions—cementing the legacy of the Padma Awards as a platform that honours talent,…

A New Chapter Begins: Modi Extends Hand of Friendship Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the first global leaders to extend congratulations to Mark Carney, the newly re-elected Prime Minister of Canada. In a message of goodwill posted shortly after the election results were declared, Modi underscored India and Canada’s “shared democratic values, steadfast commitment to the rule of law, and vibrant people-to-people ties.” Modi expressed hope for “unlocking greater opportunities” between the two countries and emphasized the importance of working together to rebuild and strengthen the bilateral relationship that…

India Positioned for Early Agreement with US In a significant development for global trade relations, the United States has indicated that India could be among the first countries to finalize a new trade agreement. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed on Monday that several major American trading partners have submitted “very good” proposals to avert impending US tariffs, with India leading the list for a possible early agreement. Speaking during television interviews and a subsequent press briefing, Bessent suggested that the first such deal could be signed within days, possibly…

India Positioned for Early Agreement with US In a significant development for global trade relations, the United States has indicated that India could be among the first countries to finalize a new trade agreement. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed on Monday that several major American trading partners have submitted “very good” proposals to avert impending US tariffs, with India leading the list for a possible early agreement. Speaking during television interviews and a subsequent press briefing, Bessent suggested that the first such deal could be signed within days, possibly…

Fallout of Pahalgam Terror Attack Intensifies Cross-Border Tensions Following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, diplomatic relations between India and Pakistan have witnessed a sharp downturn. In a significant development, 537 Pakistani nationals, including nine diplomats and officials, left India through the Attari-Wagah border over a four-day period ending April 27, marking the enforcement of India’s new visa exit orders targeting short-term visitors. This mass departure highlights the escalating diplomatic crisis and the broader security recalibrations underway within India. Exit of Pakistani Nationals: A Widespread Compliance Across States According to officials…

Renewed Attack on Pakistan: Owaisi’s Scathing Remarks in Maharashtra Addressing a public meeting in Maharashtra’s Prabhani district, AIMIM president and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi launched a fierce attack on Pakistan, condemning it for the recent terror strike at Pahalgam. Speaking while opposing the Waqf (Amendment) Act, Owaisi said, “Pakistan is not just half an hour behind India, it is half a century behind. Your entire country’s budget doesn’t even match India’s military budget.” In his sharp criticism, he ridiculed Pakistan’s nuclear threats, pointing out that no country would stay silent…

Former Army Chief General Shankar Roychowdhury (Retd) has firmly attributed the horrific Pahalgam terror attack to a significant “intelligence failure” and demanded accountability at the highest levels. Speaking to PTI, Roychowdhury stressed the urgent need for answers, emphasizing that negligence had enabled the attack. “I suspect intelligence failure. Somebody must answer for the lapses. There is definitely someone responsible for negligence and they must be held accountable for the consequences,” the former Army chief said. He further alleged the involvement of Pakistan’s intelligence agency, ISI, in orchestrating the assault that…

India on Thursday formally informed Pakistan that the Indus Waters Treaty will be held in abeyance with immediate effect. The decision came as a repercussion of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.   Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday held a meeting with Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Paatil and other senior officials to deliberate on the future course of action regarding the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan. In the meeting, it was decided that the water supply to Pakistan will be put on hold with immeadiate effect…

Apple’s Strategic Realignment Amid intensifying trade tensions between the United States and China, Apple is reportedly accelerating plans to shift its iPhone assembly for the U.S. market entirely to India. According to an ET report, this move is seen as a direct response to the recent tariff hikes, including a 145% U.S. import duty on Chinese electronics and China’s retaliatory 125% levy on American goods. With India subject to a relatively lighter 26% tariff, it has quickly emerged as Apple’s most viable alternative for manufacturing continuity. This shift is not merely…