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Delhi Police apprehended 482 suspects in a massive 48-hour crackdown, targeting Indian and Pakistani crime syndicates. The operation disrupted terror-gangster networks, including an ISI-backed module plotting attacks on security forces. Seizures included firearms, drugs, and cash, indicating a significant blow to organized crime and foreign-sponsored terror plots.

BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh has sent a legal notice to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The notice demands an apology for Mann's remarks allegedly linking the BJP to recent blast incidents in Punjab. Chugh accuses Mann of tarnishing the BJP's reputation. The notice warns of legal action if Mann fails to comply within seven days.

The political arena heats up as Congress voices its discontent over AAP's Rajya Sabha nominees, branding them as elitists with an impressive average net worth of Rs 818 crore. Ajay Maken argues that AAP functions as a puppet for the BJP, orchestrated to disrupt Congress's support in upcoming state elections.

US President Donald Trump shared a modified map renaming the Strait of Hormuz as the "Strait of Trump," following claims that a naval blockade against Iran could last for months. This development occurs as Iran rejects US claims about economic damage and criticizes the blockade strategy, with its parliament speaker calling the advice "junk."

A massive turnout rocked Imphal as protesters clashed with police, thwarted in their attempt to march to the Chief Minister's abode. The Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (Cocomi) seized the moment to issue a memorandum, pressing for clarity on issues of a 'proxy war,' the escalation of narco-terrorism, accountability for recent murders, and the prompt adoption of NRC measures.

Delhi Police's Special Cell has apprehended two individuals, Rajveer and Vivek Banjara, linked to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti. The duo was allegedly planning grenade blasts and targeted killings across Delhi-NCR, recruited via social media. Their arrests thwarted attacks, uncovering a larger ISI-backed conspiracy to destabilize the region.

The massacre a year before didn’t result in more Pak-backed terrorism. India’s deep strikes were effective. But, Iran’s ‘mosaic defence’ against US shows what India’s strategic capability needs

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.

From Battle of Hydaspes in 326 BCE to 15th century England-France war, and Shivaji’s battles against Mughals, across time and geographies, smaller armies have taken on bigger ones by using low-cost, effective weapons & tactics. Iran’s doing the same against mighty US

Israel said its objectives in attacking Lebanon are linked to the security of its northern border. However, many have questioned if that is truly achievable.

Pakistan faces a strategic crossroads, caught between alliances and regional conflicts. Past involvements in foreign wars, driven by external powers, have led to domestic instability and blowback. Now, a new defence pact with Saudi Arabia and escalating conflict with Afghanistan highlight the nation's struggle to balance relevance with long-term stability, risking further entanglement.

Israel's military revealed extensive "Operation Roar of the Lion" details, reporting over 800 sorties and 10,000 strikes against Iranian-linked targets. They claim to have eliminated 40 top Iranian officials in a swift 40-second operation. Simultaneously, Iran's IRGC reported targeting US and Israeli assets in the Persian Gulf and UAE.

Israel's envoy dismisses Pakistan's mediation efforts in the Middle East conflict, favoring India as a 'better mediator.' She highlighted significant military gains against Iran's proxies and internal instability within Iran. The envoy also emphasized a dual-track US strategy of diplomacy and military pressure, ruling out compromise on Iran's nuclear program.

President Trump announced Operation Epic Fury is nearing completion, stating the Iran conflict will end within two to three weeks. He advised nations facing oil crises to purchase from the US or seize oil from the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing Iran's untrustworthiness and its history of attacks.