India’s Hydro-Strategic Squeeze: Turning Off the Taps After Pahalgam

Blood in Pahalgam, Pressure on the Chenab The brutal April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which left 25 Indian tourists and a local resident dead, marked a tipping point in the already brittle relationship between India and Pakistan. As evidence of Pakistani involvement in the attack began surfacing, India quickly shifted gears—not just diplomatically or militarily,…

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The Missed Signal: Why the Airtel–Tata DTH Merger Collapse Matters to India’s Broadcast Future

India’s DTH Market at a Crossroads India’s Direct-to-Home (DTH) television sector, once a booming growth engine in the country’s media and entertainment landscape, is today navigating stiff competition, changing consumer behavior, and rapid digital disruption. With over 67 million DTH subscribers, this industry remains crucial for India’s semi-urban and rural populations where satellite TV is often…

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After Pahalgam: How India’s Air Defence Strategy Is Outpacing Pakistan’s Chinese Backbone

A Spark in Pahalgam, Tensions Across Borders The April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of several Indian security personnel, has reignited simmering tensions between India and Pakistan. In the aftermath, the Line of Control (LoC) witnessed ten consecutive nights of small arms fire and military posturing. These events, set against a…

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Over 500 Pakistani Nationals Exit India After Visa Deadline Ends Amid Strained Bilateral Tensions

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…

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Woman Detained for Fraudulent Crowdfunding in Name of Pahalgam Attack Victim

Cyber Crime Police Act Swiftly Against Unauthorized Fundraiser The cyber-crime unit has detained a woman for allegedly launching an unauthorized crowdfunding campaign in the name of Prasant Satpathy, the Odisha resident who tragically lost his life during the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The incident has added further distress to Satpathy’s grieving family, who were unaware of…

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TV Actor Navina Bole Accuses Sajid Khan of Misconduct Amid Broader Casting Couch Allegations

Navina Bole’s Revelations Against Sajid Khan Television actor Navina Bole, renowned for her role in Ishqbaaz, has recently levelled serious allegations against filmmaker Sajid Khan, accusing him of inappropriate conduct during a casting meeting. Speaking to journalist Subhojit Ghosh on his YouTube channel, Bole shared her unsettling experience, recalling that Khan had asked her to…

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India and France Seal ₹63,000 Crore Deal for Rafale-M Jets, Strengthening Naval Power and Strategic Ties

Major Boost to India’s Maritime Strength In a landmark defence agreement, India and France have signed a ₹63,000 crore deal for the purchase of 26 Rafale Marine (Rafale-M) fighter jets for the Indian Navy. The deal, signed in New Delhi, is expected to significantly enhance India’s maritime strike capabilities, especially from its aircraft carriers, INS Vikrant and INS Vikramaditya. Deliveries…

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China Calls for “Swift, Fair” Probe into Pahalgam Attack, While Reaffirming Support for Pakistan

China Urges Restraint, Demands Swift Investigation In the wake of the brutal Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, China has called for a “swift and fair investigation” into the incident. At the same time, Beijing has reiterated its strong support for Pakistan in safeguarding its sovereignty and security interests. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi…

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Owaisi Slams Pakistan Over Pahalgam Attack, Mocks Its “Half-Century Gap”

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…

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