India and Pakistan: How backchannels and US mediators pulled rivals back from the brink

India and Pakistan: How backchannels and US mediators pulled rivals back from the brink In a dramatic turn of events, US President Donald Trump took to social media on Saturday to announce that India and Pakistan – after four tense days of cross-border clashes – had agreed to a “full and immediate ceasefire”. Behind the … Read more

UK and India Seal Major Trade Deal to Boost Economic Growth

UK and India Seal Major Trade Deal to Boost Economic Growth The United Kingdom has finalized a significant trade agreement with India, marking a pivotal moment in bilateral economic relations. This landmark deal is expected to deliver substantial economic benefits, enhance market access, and strengthen the partnership between two of the world’s most dynamic economies. … Read more

China Condemns US ‘Golden Dome’ Missile Project as Threat to Global Stability

China Warns US Over ‘Golden Dome’ Missile Project China has expressed serious concerns about the US development of the ‘Golden Dome’ missile defense system, urging the nation to abandon the project. A spokesperson for China’s foreign ministry stated that the initiative carries significant offensive implications and could exacerbate the militarization of outer space, potentially triggering … Read more

India Declares Second Pakistani Diplomat Persona Non Grata in Ten Days

India Declares Second Pakistani Diplomat Persona Non Grata in Ten Days India has declared a second Pakistani diplomat as persona non grata in a short span of ten days, escalating tensions between the two neighboring countries. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced the move on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, following a series of diplomatic … Read more

India’s Operation Sindoor: A Justifiable Response to Pakistani Territorial Threats

India’s Operation Sindoor: A Justifiable Response to Pakistani Territorial Threats Washington: Former U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton has publicly endorsed India’s actions in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 people. In a statement released on Wednesday, Bolton emphasized that India had the right to act in … Read more

India Rejects Pakistan’s Allegations of Involvement in Balochistan Bombing

India Rejects Pakistan’s Allegations of Involvement in Balochistan Bombing India has rejected Pakistan’s claims that Indian forces were responsible for a bombing that killed six people, including four students, in Khuzdar, Balochistan. The incident, which occurred on May 21, 2025, has sparked renewed tensions between the two neighboring countries. The Balochistan chief minister, Sarfaraz Bugti, … Read more

Alpaiwala Museum: Shining the spotlight on India’s dwindling Parsi community

Alpaiwala Museum: Shining the spotlight on India’s dwindling Parsi community Tucked away in a quiet lane in the southern part of Mumbai, the Alpaiwala Museum stands as a testament to the rich and enduring legacy of the Parsi community. This museum, dedicated to the followers of Zoroastrianism, one of the world’s oldest religions, offers a … Read more

Suspect Chants ‘Free, Free Palestine’ During Shooting of Two Israeli Embassy Staff in Washington

“Free, Free Palestine”: Suspect Chants During Shooting of Two Israeli Embassy Staff in Washington Two staff members of the Israeli embassy in Washington, D.C., were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum on Wednesday evening, according to a statement from the Washington Police Department. The suspect, identified as Elias Rodriguez, 30, of Chicago, was seen … Read more

India Expels Another Pakistani Official for ‘Spy Activities’

India Expels Another Pakistani Official for ‘Spy Activities’ India has expelled a Pakistani official, declaring him persona non grata, following allegations of involvement in activities deemed incompatible with his official status in the country. The decision was announced on Wednesday, with the individual ordered to leave India within 24 hours. According to government statements, the … Read more

UK and India Agree Major Trade Deal After Three Years of Negotiations

UK and India Agree Major Trade Deal After Three Years of Negotiations The United Kingdom and India have finalized a significant trade agreement that aims to facilitate easier exports for UK businesses, including whisky, cars, and other goods, while reducing tariffs on Indian clothing and footwear. This landmark deal, which took three years to reach, … Read more