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India.com
21-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
First Balochistan, Now Sindh Rises To Challenge Pakistan: Sharif Govt's Crumbling Grip Exposed As Calls For Freedom Grow Louder
New Delhi: Little did the Pakistani security forces know that their authoritarian control over Sindh would face a rebellious confrontation on May 20 when one of their convoys of armored vehicles was stopped by a fearless group of civilians belonging to the Sindh province. Shouting 'Kal bana tha Bangladesh, aaj banega Sindhudesh (Yesterday Bangladesh was born, today Sindhudesh will rise)', they stood united and confronted head-on the military's 'illegal occupation' of their province. Caught on camera, unarmed ordinary citizens – who include workers, students and farmers – blocked the Pakistan Army's convoy powered by their courage and an resolve to get freedom. Shared widely on X, men and women can be seen in the viral video confronting armed soldiers – accusing them of 'stifling their voices', 'erasing their culture' and 'plundering' their land through decades of alleged systemic oppression. 'Kal Bana Tha Bangladesh, Aaj Banega Sindhudesh' Civilians in Sindh stop Pakistan Army convoy to confront them on camera to seek freedom from Pakistani Military's illegal occupation. Watch the video! — Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) May 20, 2025 Sindh is a province, which has allegedly been long exploited for its resources and silenced by the 'authoritarian rulers'. Unarmed ordinary citizens, who include workers, students and farmers, blocked the Pakistan Army's convoy with nothing but their courage and a burning desire for freedom. The resistance sent shockwaves to those in power. The protest exposed Pakistan's fragility and signalled that the nation is on the verge of collapse despite Islamabad using all means to suppress it. Infamous for curbing dissents with brutal unaccountable force, the Pakistan's military today stood exposed as the crowd demanded an end to 'illegal occupation'. Led by Jeay Sindh Qaumi Movement and other nationalist groups, the agitators accused the Army of treating Sindh as a colony and siphoning off its wealth while leaving its people in poverty. 'You have taken our land, rivers and our dignity,' one protester – pointing at the soldiers, whose faces betrayed unease as the cameras rolled. The protest and the slogan invoked the memory of Bangladesh's liberation in 1971 – a watershed moment of Pakistan's history of losing control over its regions because of its 'heavy-handed policies'. The reference to Bangladesh is not only a rhetoric. It is a warning that Sindh, like Balochistan and other ignored regions, is ready to break free from Pakistan's suffocating grip. Many see the Sindh uprising as another crack in Pakistan's crumbling facade. Born after violent partition of 1947, the nation has been struggling for long to hold together its diverse provinces under a Punjabi-dominated military regime. A series of attacks by the powerful Balochistan Liberation Army, including a deadly IED strike – killing 14 Pakistani soldiers, and ongoing unrest in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa highlight a country unraveling at the seams. Inspired by the historical precedent of Bangladesh's independence, Sindh's defiance signals a growing rejection of Pakistan's failed statehood, where military might and religious nationalism have suppressed ethnic identities for too long. Although those at the helm of affairs in Islamabad may try hard to maintain their narrative of control, the demand for 'Sindhudesh' – a result of economic neglect, cultural erasure and forced disappearances – is growing louder and powerful day by day. With its crumbling economy and bloated military budget, the Pakistani state faces another movement that it cannot suppress with propaganda and guns. Like Bangladesh broke itself free from the oppressive chains of Pakistan in 1971, Sindh too is writing it story of liberation.
Business Upturn
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Upturn
Pakistani drone activity reported in Jammu's Samba moments after PM Modi's speech
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on May 12, 2025, 21:34 IST Just minutes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's national address on the India-Pakistan military conflict, suspected Pakistani drone activity was reported from the Samba district in Jammu and Kashmir, according to ANI. #WATCH | J&K: Red streaks seen and explosions heard as India's air defence intercepts Pakistani drones amid blackout in Samba. (Visuals deferred by unspecified time) — ANI (@ANI) May 12, 2025 Pakistani Drones are being Intercepted and destroyed in Samba, J&K, — Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) May 12, 2025 Security forces immediately responded with precision fire, engaging the aerial targets. Locals in Samba reported hearing explosions and seeing red streaks in the night sky, consistent with air defence interception efforts. Another journalist confirmed the drone sightings and assured residents that the situation was under control. 'Reports of drone activity in Samba of Jammu & Kashmir. No need to panic. Just stay indoors. Forces are firing at drones. No other firing taking place in the area,' said a local official. Reports of Drone activity in Samba of Jammu & Kashmir. No need to panic. Just stay indoors. Forces are firing at drones. No other firing taking place in the area. — Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) May 12, 2025 This development followed Prime Minister Modi's sharp remarks on Pakistan during his 8 PM address, where he declared: 'Buri tarah pitne ke baad Pakistan sena ne DGMO ko sampark kiya,' indicating that Pakistan had sought a ceasefire after suffering significant damage to its defences and drone fleet. The PM also praised the Indian armed forces and air defence systems for their 'exceptional performance in destroying enemy drones and missiles mid-air.' As of now, no casualties have been reported, and blackout protocols were initiated in bordering regions like Amritsar and Samba as a precautionary measure. Security forces remain on high alert. Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
Business Upturn
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Upturn
PM Modi holds high-level security meeting with Army, Navy, and Air Force chiefs amid border tensions: Report
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on May 11, 2025, 11:14 IST Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently holding a crucial high-level security meeting at his official residence with the Chiefs of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force, according to reports of journalist Aditya Raj Kaul. This is the third such meeting in the last 48 hours, underscoring the gravity of the ongoing situation following repeated ceasefire violations by Pakistan. #BREAKING: Prime Minister @narendramodi is meeting the Chiefs of Indian Army, Indian Air Force and Indian Navy at his residence. Third such meeting in last 48 hours. — Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) May 11, 2025 The meeting comes just hours after reports of explosions in Srinagar, drone incursions across multiple border points, and renewed firing along the Line of Control (LoC) despite a ceasefire agreement being announced on May 10. Earlier, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri had strongly condemned Pakistan's actions, calling them a 'serious breach of understanding'. He also urged Pakistan to take urgent steps to halt further violations and reiterated India's right to respond appropriately. The Indian Armed Forces remain on high operational alert, and the Prime Minister's back-to-back strategic discussions with military leadership highlight the evolving situation's complexity. More updates awaited as the closed-door meeting continues. Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
Business Upturn
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Upturn
Watch Video: Air defence units and drone strikes visible in Srinagar as Pakistan violates ceasefire
Amid what was supposed to be a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan from 5 PM IST on May 10, fresh hostilities erupted late Friday night as multiple explosions were reported across Srinagar. Visuals captured from the ground show Indian air defence units in action, reportedly intercepting hostile drones and aerial threats. Videos shared by journalist Aditya Raj Kaul from Udhampur and Srinagar showed tracer fire lighting up the night sky, confirming engagement by India's anti-air systems. In one video, rapid bursts of gunfire can be heard as searchlights scan the skies, indicating a possible drone or missile threat. Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also reacted with alarm on X (formerly Twitter), posting: 'What the hell just happened to the ceasefire? Explosions heard across Srinagar!!!' In another tweet shortly after, the CM added: 'This is no ceasefire. The air defence units in the middle of Srinagar just opened up.' Earlier in the day, officials had confirmed a ceasefire agreement initiated through a DGMO-level conversation between India and Pakistan, with both sides agreeing to halt all firing and military activity on land, air, and sea. However, Friday night's escalation raises serious concerns about the sustainability of the truce. Security forces have placed Srinagar and surrounding areas under red alert, and blackouts have been enforced across several sectors including Lal Chowk, BB Cantt area, and Safapora. Citizens have been urged to stay indoors and follow official instructions. The situation remains tense and evolving. Updates are expected as more clarity emerges from defence and home ministry sources. This is no ceasefire. The air defence units in the middle of Srinagar just opened up. — Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) May 10, 2025 BREAKING: Shooting this live drone engagement over Srinagar with my phone right now: — Shiv Aroor (@ShivAroor) May 10, 2025 Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
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First Post
10-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Pakistan is paying the price for not taking the off-ramp that India graciously offered
The trouble with Pakistan that it cannot de-escalate unless it is able to show to its qaum that it has landed the final punch, a favour that India is in no mood to extend read more In an extraordinary counterattack on the intervening night of May 9 and 10, India struck three Pakistan Air Force (PAF) bases in Murid, Rafiqui Shorkot and the Nur Khan base at Rawalpindi a logistic hub for the PAF and also the headquarters of Pakistan army. The attacks were carried out with clinical accuracy. Footage indicates that these bases, deep inside Pakistan, were struck with air-to-surface missiles, sending shockwaves throughout Pakistan. Before the carnage, earlier around 2050 GMT (2.20 AM IST) Pakistan's army spokesperson confirmed that India has fired six ballistic missiles but levelled a bizarre accusation that all the missiles bar one fell in Amritsar itself, a clear attempt at stirring up communal discord within India while keeping the domestic audience confused and in the dark. Gripped by panic at India's offensive, the Rawalpindi generals seemed to have lost the plot. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Alongside, there were reports and several unconfirmed video clips of Islamabad city and Islamabad airport taking visible damage, drone attack on Lahore Jalalpur Jattan, Sheikhupura, Narwal and Sialkot. Drones visible in the night sky at Sialkot of Pakistan's Punjab earlier tonight. — Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) May 9, 2025 It is important to underline that India's move to strike military targets deep inside Pakistan was an act of retaliation. New Delhi showed considerable patience and was forced to match Pakistan's provocations after withstanding a barrage of drones and UAVs for two consecutive nights that targeted India's civilian areas as well as military installations. India, that had been controlled and calibrated in its aggression all through Operation Sindoor, was forced to escalate due to two distinct developments. One, consecutive nights of drone and UAV rain from Pakistan. On Friday night alone, Pakistan's drone swarm rained over 26 locations ranging from the Baramulla in the North to Bhuj in the South, along both the International Border and the LoC, according to a statement by India's ministry of defence. While the swarms were intercepted through kinetic and non-kinetic means, several locations including Baramulla, Srinagar, Avantipora, Nagrota, Jammu, Ferozpur, Pathankot, Fazilka, Lalgarh Jatta, Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bhuj, Kuarbet and Lakhi Nala came under attack. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD One armed drone, according to reports, targeted a civilian area in Ferozpur resulting in severe injuries to members of a family. Second, Pakistan, in a fit of hubris, made an audacious attempt to strike India's Sirsa Air Base under Western Air Command with a Fatah-II long range surface-to-surface missile that was successfully intercepted and destroyed by India's missile defence system, possibly through Barak-8. The Pakistani long-range missile was headed towards New Delhi. Amid the fog of war it is impossible to clarify whether Pakistan attempted one ballistic missile attack or several (as some have claimed) but it is clear that Pakistani attacks, whether drones on missiles, were all successfully neutralized by India's integrated air defence system as I type this piece. However, the extensive damage that Pakistan suffered in India's massive counter-offensive – unconfirmed reports say multiple blasts were heard across Pakistani air bases leading to several casualties with flagship Nur Khan base suffering extensive damage – make it imperative for the Rawalpindi generals to attempt escalation dominance. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In this day and age, millions of mobile phones make controlling of information nearly impossible. We are perhaps looking at a full-scale war between two nuclear-armed adversaries. At the time of writing, Pakistan has already launched Operation 'Bunyan ul Marsoos' against India possibly compelled by strong domestic pressure to attain a face-saver. In the meth-fuelled dream that Pakistan's all-powerful military sells to Pakistani polity, Rawalpindi khakis are an impregnable force of macho men who habitually dominate 'weak' Indians. Obviously, that supernatural force cannot be seen to be taking a beating from the 'Mudi regime' in Hindustan. It is a measure of the bubble of delusion that Pakistani generals reside in that they declined several off-ramps offered by India and chose to climb the escalation ladder. On Friday evening, the MEA press conference carried an unmistakable signal that India was willing to let things slide if Pakistan did not provoke India any further. The night before, Pakistan attempted to strike a number of military targets in northern and western India including Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, using drones and missiles, according to India's ministry of defence. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD These attacks were neutralised by India's Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems. In reply, India took out Pakistan's air defence radars at different locations while making it clear at the presser that 'Indian response has been in the same domain with same intensity as Pakistan. It has been reliably learnt that an Air Defence system at Lahore has been neutralised.' When asked about India's response to Pakistan's provocations, foreign secretary Misri said at the presser on Friday evening that India 'has already given an appropriate response'. It was as honorable an exit as Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir was likely to get. It suggested that unless Pakistan escalates further, India won't. The trouble with Pakistan that it cannot de-escalate unless it is able to show to its qaum that it has landed the final punch, a favour that India is in no mood to extend. As Pakistanis launch their operation to wrest the upper hand, they have already lost two fighter jets in a dogfight and the war is under way. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD This is a war that India didn't want but was imposed on it. This is a war that India didn't begin, but will finish. Down to the bloody end. The writer is Deputy Executive Editor, Firstpost. He tweets as @sreemoytalukdar. Views expressed in the above piece are personal and solely those of the author. They do not necessarily reflect Firstpost's views.
