Anegouni Ramesh Goud

India and Pakistan can veer off from the brink of an all-out war. But the path to de-escalation is obstructed by a singular figure: the Jihadi General

India's S-400 air defense system, known as "Sudarshan Chakra," successfully intercepted a Pakistani offensive involving drones and missiles. S-400 air defence system, with its extensive range and engagement capabilities, neutralised all incoming threats from Pakistan.

India-Pakistan tensions impact: Escalating tensions with India pose a significant threat to Pakistan's fragile economic recovery, potentially derailing its IMF bailout program and access to international financing. Pakistan's vulnerability stems from its high external debt, limited foreign exchange reserves, and reliance on international aid.

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khwaja Asif and Information Minister Attaullah Tarar claimed five Indian fighter jets were shot down. While Pakistan has not produced any evidence, India too has stayed mum except for the Press Information Bureau debunking some random pictures claiming to show debris of “crashed” Indian jets

X (formerly Twitter) has received orders from the Indian government to block over 8,000 accounts, including those of international news organizations and prominent users, citing violations of local laws. X has complied by withholding the accounts in India but disagrees with the government's demands, viewing it as censorship and a violation of free speech.

The IPL 2025 has been suspended due to heightened regional tensions between India and Pakistan following missile firings by the latter, all of which were successfully intercepted by the Indian defence forces. The fixture between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals was postponed on Thursday.

Pakistan's Economic Affairs Division faced a social media controversy after a post, later claimed to be a hack, appealed for international loans amid escalating tensions with India. This occurred following India's "Operation Sindoor" in response to a terrorist attack, leading to retaliatory strikes and market instability, with the Karachi Stock Exchange plummeting.