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Washington, D.C.: U.S. Congressman Bill Huizenga has confirmed that the Pahalgam terrorist attack in Kashmir was carried out by The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy group of Pakistan-based militant organization Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). Huizenga stated that the TRF, operating from Pakistan, was designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) by the Trump administration in July, a decision influenced by the Pahalgam attack. Details of the Pahalgam Attack The attack, which occurred on April 22, 2025, claimed the lives of 26 individuals. Indian authorities had long maintained that the attackers originated from Pakistan and had coordinated cross-border operations to target civilians. The incident prompted India to launch Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025, targeting terrorist camps inside...

Washington, D.C.: The Trump administration is moving forward with plans to upgrade Pakistan’s fleet of F-16 fighter jets, a development that has sparked concerns in India. The proposed $686 million (approx. ₹6,174 crore) upgrade package has been formally notified to the U.S. Congress, triggering a 30-day review period during which lawmakers will examine the proposal. Details of the Upgrade Package The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) informed the leaders of relevant congressional committees, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman James Risch, and House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast, about the proposed transfer. According to the DSCA notice, the package includes: $37 million worth of Major Defense Equipme...

Washington, D.C.: Tensions between the United States and India have come under scrutiny following Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent visit to New Delhi, with Democratic lawmakers sharply criticizing former U.S. President Donald Trump’s foreign policy. Congresswoman Sidney Kamlager-Dove Speaks Out Congresswoman Sidney Kamlager-Dove stated that the warm welcome Putin received in India reflects a failure of Trump’s foreign strategy. “The images of Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin together speak volumes. Trump should understand that pictures don’t lie. The selfies and handshakes with Putin are direct evidence of failed American diplomacy,” she said. Dove also highlighted the impact of Trump’s trade and visa policies. She criticized the imposition of tariffs on Indian imports an...

Moscow, Russia: Following his recent official visit to India, Russian President Vladimir Putin has received an invitation from Indonesia, the world’s largest Muslim-majority country, for a state visit. The invitation was extended during a meeting with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Moscow on December 10, marking their second meeting within a year. Indonesia Extends Warm Invitation President Subianto emphasized the importance of diversifying Putin’s international visits, stating, “India should not be the only country you visit. I would like to invite you to Indonesia at your convenience, possibly in 2026 or 2027.” He praised the strong bilateral ties between Russia and Indonesia and expressed optimism for further collaboration. Context of Putin’s India Visit Earlier th...

Moscow: A massive fire broke out Wednesday evening at one of the largest markets in St. Petersburg, Russia, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and causing panic in the Nevsky district. The Ministry of Emergency Situations confirmed that the blaze has claimed the life of one person, while several others sustained injuries. Explosions Reported at the Scene Eyewitnesses reported hearing multiple explosions as flames engulfed the market complex. Videos from the scene show towering fireballs and dense smoke rising above the city, highlighting the severity of the inferno. Casualties and Injuries According to local media reports, at least two people have been injured. A 52-year-old woman suffered carbon monoxide poisoning, while another individual jumped from the second floor ...

Washington: Former U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled his much-anticipated “Trump Gold Card” program on Wednesday, promising a direct route to American citizenship for eligible applicants. Announcing the initiative at the White House Roosevelt Room in front of business leaders, Trump declared on social media, “The Trump Gold Card from the U.S. government is live today! A direct path to citizenship for all qualified and verified individuals!” Gold Card vs. Green Card Trump emphasized that the Gold Card offers benefits surpassing the traditional Green Card. “This is somewhat like a Green Card but with bigger advantages,” he said. Companies can purchase Gold Cards for highly talented individuals and retain them in the U.S., ensuring that exceptional talent remains in the country. Trum...

New York: On December 11, 1946, the United Nations General Assembly made a historic decision that shaped the course of global diplomacy: New York City was chosen as the permanent headquarters of the UN. This decision was more than just selecting a location—it marked a critical step toward building a post-World War II platform for peace, dialogue, and international cooperation. Cities Considered for the UN Headquarters Before settling on New York, several cities were considered, including London, Geneva, San Francisco, and Philadelphia. Ultimately, New York emerged as the preferred choice due to its strategic location, infrastructure, and political significance. The United States, newly recognized as a global superpower, viewed hosting the UN as a symbol of its growing international i...

Islamabad.A political storm has erupted in Pakistan after the Shehbaz Sharif government announced its intention to carve out multiple new provinces by splitting existing ones. The unprecedented move—long avoided by Pakistani political parties—has triggered fierce opposition, not from rival groups, but from within the ruling alliance itself. Federal minister Abdul Aleem Khan stated that the government plans to create three new provinces each from Sindh, Punjab, Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, arguing that smaller administrative units will ensure better governance. “All our neighbouring countries have several smaller provinces; Pakistan must adopt the same model,” he said. However, the government’s key ally, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) led by Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, has openly...

Islamabad/New Delhi.A shocking video from Pakistan’s Bahawalpur has gone viral, showing a joint gathering of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists. Among those present was the son of India’s most-wanted terrorist Hafiz Saeed. The gathering featured a militant anthem playing in the background with chilling lyrics: “We brought Bombay down; Agra and Delhi are nothing for us.” The event openly glorified terrorism and threatened future attacks on India. Bahawalpur: Safe Haven for Terror Networks According to an NDTV investigation, the gathering took place at a Jaish-e-Mohammed facility in Bahawalpur — the same region where India had destroyed JeM’s earlier headquarters during Operation Sindoor in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Intelligence reports suggest this meet...

Islamabad/New Delhi.A gripping scene from the blockbuster Hindi film “Dhurandhar” has ignited intense debate across India and Pakistan. The scene, now viral on social media, shows Ranveer Singh’s character burying children in Balochistan, where a Baloch leader alleges that Pakistan’s intelligence agency, ISI, poisoned the water supply of a local school. This sequence has reopened discussions on longstanding allegations of Pakistani military atrocities in the region. While the film itself is fictional, its portrayal of human rights abuses in Balochistan has resonated strongly with viewers, particularly among the global Baloch community. The controversy has grown so significant that several Pakistani groups are calling the film “a challenge” for the state, accusing it of revealing uncomfo...