Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to adopt a united and uncompromising approach against terrorism, urging member states to dismantle the entire ecosystem that enables terrorist activities. Addressing the 26th SCO Leadership Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Modi said the international community must go beyond targeting individual terrorist organisations and...
Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has described India as an “enemy” while commenting on the latest unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), where protests have reportedly intensified amid allegations of excessive use of force by security personnel. The remarks came as demonstrations in the region drew renewed attention to the political and security situation in PoK....
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has issued a strong warning to Pakistan, saying India will respond firmly to any future threat to its sovereignty and security. Speaking at the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations in Dras, Singh said the experience of the Kargil War and subsequent developments had demonstrated the need for India to remain constantly...
In a significant diplomatic development, Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer Satyanjal Pandey is expected to assume the role of India’s next Charge d’Affaires in Islamabad, marking an important step in New Delhi’s diplomatic engagement with Pakistan. The anticipated appointment comes at a time when both countries are carefully managing their bilateral relationship amid longstanding political...
The demolition of the historic Gurdwara Singh Sabha, a Sikh place of worship believed to be around 125 years old, has triggered widespread concern among Sikh communities, heritage conservationists, and political leaders. The incident has reignited debates over the preservation of religious and cultural heritage sites in Pakistan, particularly those associated with minority communities. Indian...
Relations between India and Pakistan have once again come under strain following strong remarks from Pakistan’s Climate Change Minister Musadik Malik regarding the future of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). The comments, delivered during a press interaction in Pakistan, reflect the growing tensions between the two neighboring countries over water-sharing arrangements and broader security concerns....
India has strongly criticized Pakistan for once again raising the issue of Jammu and Kashmir at a United Nations forum, asserting that the region remains an integral part of India and rejecting any attempt to internationalize what New Delhi describes as a purely internal matter. The sharp diplomatic exchange underscores the continuing tensions between the...
Tensions between India and Pakistan have intensified after Pakistan’s Defence Minister issued a stern warning regarding the future of the Indus river system, stating that any attempt to deprive Pakistan of its share of water could trigger a severe confrontation between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. The remarks come amid renewed debate surrounding the management of...
Pakistan is increasingly grappling with the complexities of dealing with an American administration led by President Donald Trump, whose unconventional and often unpredictable approach to international relations continues to influence geopolitical calculations across South Asia. Recent developments have highlighted how Islamabad’s expectations from Washington may not always align with the strategic priorities emerging from the...
The Indian government has reiterated its uncompromising approach regarding the Indus Waters Treaty, making it clear that Pakistan should not expect any additional water flows from India in the foreseeable future. The statement reflects New Delhi’s increasingly assertive position on one of the most sensitive issues between the two neighbouring countries. Officials indicated that India’s...