04/11/2025
K N Pandita
On September 1, the World News reported that President Trump's Trade Advisor, Peter Navarro, doubled down on his accusation that India is profiting from the Russia-Ukraine war by buying Moscow's oil at a discount, refining it, and selling it to buyers in Europe and elsewhere. In an interview with Fox News, Navarro dubbed New Delhi a "laundromat for the Kremlin" and slammed the country's elite for profiteering "at the expense of the Indian people."
Trump's trade czar cl...
03/11/2025
Asad Mirza
The much-awaited meeting between the US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, finally took place last week in Busan, South Korea. Reportedly, the two adversaries reached a wide-ranging trade and economic agreement at the meeting. The deal addresses fentanyl precursors, rare earth export controls, tariffs, and semiconductor trade restrictions, signalling a possible stabilisation in US-China ties.
The Busan meeting between US President Trump and his Chi...
03/11/2025
by Farooq Ganderbali
The 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks remain one of the most horrific assaults on Indian soil, shaking the nation’s conscience and exposing the brutal face of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.
On the night of November 26, 2008, ten heavily armed gunmen, trained and sent by Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) — a Pakistan-based terrorist organization — launched coordinated attacks across Mumbai. They carried automatic weapons and grenades, targeting innocent civilians in the bustli...
01/11/2025
By Rakesh Koul (Brah)
As Jammu and Kashmir observes the birth anniversary of Sarwanand Koul “Premi Ji” on 2nd November 2025, the air once again fills with reverence for a man who embodied the truest essence of Kashmiryat — the spirit of love, coexistence, and universal brotherhood. Premi Ji was not just a writer or poet; he was a moral force, a teacher, and a visionary who enlightened generations with his words and deeds.
A Multilingual Genius and Messenger of Harmony...
29/10/2025
By Farooq Ganderbali
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India, was not merely a political leader — he was the architect of national unity, the visionary who transformed India’s dream of oneness into reality. With courage, conviction, and clarity of purpose, he welded together a fragmented nation and gave India her unshakable identity.
He firmly believed that India’s true strength lies in her unity amidst diversity, where every citizen — regardless of faith or region — li...
27/10/2025
By Farooq Ganderbali
On October 26, 1947, Maharaja Hari Singh, the ruler of Jammu and Kashmir, signed the Instrument of Accession, officially joining the princely state with the Union of India. This historic decision marked the beginning of Jammu and Kashmir’s integration into the world’s largest democracy.
Initially, Maharaja Hari Singh had desired to remain independent, maintaining neutrality between India and Pakistan. However, his hand was forced after the tribal invasion, kn...
22/10/2025
Asad Mirza
Reportedly, India has secured an agreement with the government of Mauritius allowing it to establish a satellite station in the Chagos archipelago, near the controversial Diego Garcia base. According to reports the purpose of the new station, will be to track satellites and “to serve as a strategic asset for monitoring the region,” a formula normally used to describe SIGINT collection sites.
Apparently, India has signed an agreement with the Mauritian government to ...
21/10/2025
By Adv. Sanjay Pandey
The Deepotsav celebrations in Uttar Pradesh began in 2017, when only 171,000 lamps were lit. Since then, the event has grown more grandiose each year, reaching 2.617 million lamps in 2025. In Ayodhya this year, during Deepotsav 2025, around 2,617,215 lamps were lit simultaneously on the ghats and banks of the Saryu River, establishing a world record. This event is in the process of being certified by Guinness World Records. On this occasion, 2,128 dev...
20/10/2025
By Fatima Baloch
Following the devastating Afghan civil war in 1992—engineered by Pakistan’s ISI through its support for Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, notoriously known as the "Butcher of Kabul"—Afghanistan plunged into chaos as Mujahideen factions fought for control of Kabul, driven by a hunger for power. In 1994, Pakistan launched the Afghan Taliban, establishing a government overtly aligned with Islamabad. Pakistan proudly viewed Afghanistan as its strategic depth against India, transformi...
18/10/2025
By Fatima Baloch
Following the devastating Afghan civil war in 1992—engineered by Pakistan’s ISI through support for Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, notoriously known as the "Butcher of Kabul"—Afghanistan plunged into chaos as Mujahideen factions fought for control of Kabul, driven by greed for power. In 1994, Pakistan launched the Afghan Taliban, establishing a government that was notably pro-Pakistan. Islamabad proudly considered Afghanistan its strategic depth against India, transforming t...
18/10/2025
Prof. Tabasum Firdous
Kashmir is a historic entity. Its ancient history, glory and civilizational fund can be gleaned from the pages of histories written by eminent Kashmiri historians like Kalhana, Jonaraja, Suka and others. The rulers of ancient Kashmiri architectural specimens are still there to speak of their grandeur. Be it Martand or Avantipora ruins, Wangat or Parihasapora remains or the excavations at Tapar and Boniyar, Kashmiri temple and iconographic architecture had its o...
16/10/2025
By Fatima Baloch
Pakistan has launched a full-fledged war against its western neighbor, Afghanistan. While temporary ceasefires may occur under pressure from Saudi Arabia and Qatar, this conflict is likely to persist until Pakistan collapses. Historically, Afghanistan has resisted foreign domination. In 1979, the USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) intervened militarily, toppling President Mohammad Daud Khan and installing a communist regime under Babrak Karmal. In respons...
09/10/2025
Review by Adil Hussain
A Mystic, Political, and Psychological Odyssey into the Forbidden Heart of Kashmir
In “Cashmir, Bear’s Throne,” acclaimed Kashmiri author Khwaja Farooq Renzushah returns with what can only be described as a monumental and unflinching exploration of Kashmir’s mystic soul and tormented history. A literary architect of immense depth, Renzushah constructs not merely a narrative but an intricate labyrinth of memory, mythology, power, illusion, and resistance.
T...
01/10/2025
By Fatima Baloch
Pakistani “regional experts” and self-styled analysts are no strangers to deception. Many have engaged in propaganda that misleads the public and contributes to failures in diplomacy and warfare. In particular, Pakistan’s Afghan policy suffers from poor leadership, flawed strategic thinking, and a lack of credibility on international platforms. Three persistent narratives have recently gained traction:
1. Pakistan is pressuring the Afghan Taliban—via China, Turkey, Qa...
23/09/2025
Asad Mirza
As Israel pushes for Gaza takeover, several Western nations have formally announced their plans to recognise a Palestinian state at the United Nations General Assembly.
The move, which is being led by major western nations among others, is poised to deepen Israel’s international isolation, but will the move ultimately lead to the establishment of two nations, the question lingers on.
French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday (September 22) formally recognised the st...
22/09/2025
Asad Mirza
President Trump has fired a fresh salvo from his wish list, ignoring sovereignty of an independent nation and ignoring all norms of international decorum and diplomacy. He seems to act like a child who must cry, when he wants to take control of any other sovereign country.
After making demands of taking over Greenland, Mexico and adding Canada to the USA, the US President Donald Trump has once again targetted a sovereign nation, just to fulfill his wish list or dreams or ef...
09/09/2025
Tawheed Sheikh
The true strength of a democracy is measured by how it treats those who raise their voice to protect its principles. The detention of Mehraj Malik,Aam Aadmi Party’s sole representative from Doda,Jammu and Kashmir, under the draconian Public Safety Act (PSA) is more than an isolated disciplinary action,it is a warning shot fired at dissent, representation and the very spirit of democratic engagement.
Let’s be clear: abusive language is unacceptable.Public offi...
06/09/2025
Prof. (Dr.) Parshant Bakshi
Teachers’ Day is a time for deep reflection and gratitude — a day when we pause to honor those who nurture young minds, ignite curiosity, and shape the destiny of individuals and, ultimately, the nation.
As I reflect on my own journey, I feel a profound sense of privilege and responsibility to be part of this noble profession. For me, teaching has never been just a career; it has always been a calling — a lifelong mission to guide, inspire, and empowe...
02/09/2025
Asad Mirza
The recent SCO Summit in Tianjin has provided India a timely opportunity to reset its ties with China and also prodded Russia to revive the old Russia, India, and China (RIC) forum. RIC may emerge as a potential defence against the US’s tariff mania by increasing trilateral cooperation and trade.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s (SCO) Summit in Tianjin in China, has emerged as the forum, where old enmities were forgotten and new ties amended, all due to theatrics...