Shivaji Gulabrao Katkar

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited riot-affected Murshidabad, accusing the BJP-led Centre of instigating communal tensions. She alleged the BSF's actions escalated the violence and accused the BJP of forcibly relocating victims to prevent them from meeting her. Banerjee also criticized the NHRC's swift response to Murshidabad, questioning their absence in Manipur and Uttar Pradesh, suggesting a pre-planned conspiracy.

There are no easy answers. People have their own viewpoints on how Kashmir should have been handled, but one solution was to integrate the region more with India, improve the local economy, and create opportunities for the youth

Following the Pahalgam attack, India has banned all imports from Pakistan, including indirect routes via intermediary nations, postal services, and vessels. This action, triggered by national security concerns, aims to prevent Pakistani goods from entering India through circumvention.

The Border Security Force is set to bolster its operational capabilities with 16 new battalions, adding approximately 17,000 personnel. This expansion follows initial approval and includes establishing forward headquarters for western and eastern commands, overseeing the Pakistan and Bangladesh borders. The move addresses heightened security concerns, particularly after political shifts in Bangladesh and recent terror attacks.

Mixed Martial Arts will debut at the 2026 Asian Games. India's athletes need government and sponsor support. Currently, there are no awards or government funding for training. India lacks a recognized federation to govern MMA. Ritu Phogat and Puja Tomar highlight the financial struggles. They emphasize the need for training centers and coaches.

New Delhi can make Islamabad pay by following BCCI’s approach. Use its bigger market. Take away Pak’s textile exports by reconfiguring the sector here. Or insert ‘not in/to Pakistan’ clauses in defence & FDI deals

Ray Dalio, who predicted the 2008 crisis, warns that mishandled economic policies, particularly Trump's tariffs, could push the U.S. into a recession. He likens the tariffs' disruptive implementation to destabilizing the production system. Despite a tariff pause, Goldman Sachs estimates a significant chance of a recession within the next year, highlighting growing economic uncertainty.

Moody's Ratings warns that ongoing tensions with India pose a greater economic risk to Pakistan than to India. Pakistan's growth and fiscal consolidation could be hampered, straining foreign-exchange reserves. India's economy remains robust, with minimal impact expected.

Amidst heightened tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan conducted a test flight of its home-made Fatah missile, capable of striking targets up to 120 kilometers. This launch, part of Exercise INDUS, aimed to validate the weapon's design and performance.