National Interest: War of IAF, PAF doctrines: As Pakistan obsesses over numbers, India embraces risk, wins

The unusual metaphor had been used by Munir at a private dinner during his US trip earlier this month, as exclusively reported by ThePrint, and also in Brussels according to Naqvi.  

"Public response against the Supreme Court’s order to relocate Delhi-NCR’s stray dogs to shelters has already settled into the familiar shape of division. Most people seem to fall neatly into two camps—those who view the court’s order as overdue action against a growing health threat, and those who see it as an attack on the basic dignity of animals. What’s needed now is a policy-based solution. The situation cannot remain suspended between denial and inaction—it has already cost lives and money," says columnist Amana Begam Ansari

All of the active India-Pakistan wars and conflicts have been short, 22 days in 1965 being the longest. Op Sindoor was just over three days. Whenever a conclusive outcome like a capitulation and mass surrender is missing, there’s scope for both sides to claim victory. Now that both the Indian Air Force and Pakistan Air Force have made formal claims of the other’s aircraft they shot down in the 87-hour predominantly aerial conflagration in May, we can explore some deeper issues. Do these numbers really matter? What do these count for? – Watch this week's #NationalInterest with @ShekharGupta

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#cuttheclutter On India’s 79th Independence Day, PM Modi delivered his longest speech from Red Fort. Episode 1714 of #CutTheClutter looks at the key takeaways from the PM's speech, what makes it the most political and why his unusual praise for RSS is extremely significant and signals a major shift in politics. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To watch PM Modi's full address: https://youtu.be/Bg3KJj4sCDU --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To visit ThePrint Store: https://store.theprint.in/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Produced By: Mahira Khan

#cuttheclutter On India’s 79th Independence Day, PM Modi delivered his longest speech from Red Fort. Episode 1714 of #CutTheClutter looks at the key takeaways from the PM's speech, what makes it the most political and why his unusual praise for RSS is extremely significant and signals a major shift in politics. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To watch PM Modi's full address: https://youtu.be/Bg3KJj4sCDU --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To visit ThePrint Store: https://store.theprint.in/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Produced By: Mahira Khan

#cuttheclutter As India announces gallantry awards ahead of 79th Independence Day, including 13 Vir Chakras for role in Op Sindoor success, #CutTheClutter takes you through a blow-by-blow account of what transpired between May 7 & May 10. ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta also explains the what, when, why & consequences of the India-Pakistan conflict. Ep 1713 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Apply here for ThePrint School of Journalism : https://tinyurl.com/48hdbx9d --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Produced By: Mahira Khan & Shekhar Tiwari

Transnational repression, concerns about press freedom and arbitrary detentions are mentioned in the 2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices.  

Centre has approved the first cadre review of Group B & C employees, spanning from constable to inspector. Move to cover immediate promotions for 23,710 personnel.  

In this episode of WorldView with Swasti, Dr. Swasti Rao, foreign policy expert and Consulting Editor, speaks with Jürgen Hart, spokesperson for foreign affairs for Bundestag ( German parliament ) and former Government Coordinator for Transatlantic Cooperation. The conversation explores how Germany, India, the United States, and NATO are navigating today’s complex geopolitical landscape. From India’s historic ties with Russia and efforts to modernise its forces, to Germany’s energy independence and NATO’s renewed commitments, the discussion touches on some of the most pressing global challenges. Hart also reflects on transatlantic trade, the role of China as both competitor and rival, the Ukraine war, and the importance of building alliances based on stability and peace.