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Defence minister Rajnath Singh stated India voluntarily halted Operation Sindoor on its own terms, asserting readiness for a prolonged conflict with Pakistan, which he labeled the "epicentre of International Terrorism." He emphasised India's "zero tolerance" for terrorism and its sponsors, highlighting the nation's robust military capabilities and resolve against nuclear threats.

On the first anniversary of India’s military response to Pahalgam, an Air Vice Marshal (retd) writes that armed forces did an exceptional job in conveying India’s new resolve to Pakistan

Donald Trump reignited his feud with Candace Owens by sharing a doctored magazine cover and calling her “low IQ.” The attack followed criticism of her remarks about Brigitte Macron. Owens responded sharply online, escalating tensions as their public dispute continues to draw attention across political and media circles.

The April 2025 terror attack triggered a decisive shift in India’s security posture — from restraint to calibrated retaliation. The country formalised a more assertive approach, integrating military, technological, and diplomatic tools

Spouses & families of men killed in the April 22, 2025 terror attack recount loss, resilience, anger, and the long struggle to move forward

The Middle East's conflicts are analyzed through the lens of 'proxies and levers,' where state actors use non-state groups to project power and achieve strategic goals. This approach, while avoiding direct military costs, often results in prolonged violence, instability, and humanitarian crises, complicating peace efforts in the region.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday attacked Mamata Banerjee and Congress at a rally in West Bengal, accusing them of feeding “biryani” to Pakistani terrorists instead of acting against them. He said the BJP would crack down on corruption, illegal immigration and violence if voted to power, and claimed people in the state had decided to remove the TMC government.

The White House denied formally requesting a ceasefire extension with Iran, despite ongoing diplomatic engagements. While cautiously optimistic about a deal, the US has made its "red lines" clear. Meanwhile, Pakistan's army chief visited Tehran with a potential new framework for talks, following previous negotiations that stalled over key issues like Iran's nuclear program.

Candace Owens sharply escalated her feud with Donald Trump by posting, “It may be time to put Grandpa up in a home,” after his lengthy rant attacking her and other former allies. Trump labeled them “low IQ” and “troublemakers,” deepening divisions within his circle. Owens’ brief but pointed response quickly went viral, highlighting a growing and very public fracture among once-aligned conservative voices.

Donald Trump's shifting deadlines and threats towards Iran, including expletive-laden social media posts, led to global "TACO" memes. Despite escalating rhetoric and a threatened military response, Trump ultimately announced a ceasefire, citing met military objectives and progress on a peace agreement.