Author: Deshwale National Desk

Flight services were disrupted across several Indian cities on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, as tensions flared near the India-Pakistan border. Airlines IndiGo and Air India cancelled multiple flights in what they called a response to “latest developments.” Destinations impacted included Jammu, Amritsar, Leh, Srinagar, Chandigarh, Jodhpur, Rajkot, Bhuj, Jamnagar, and other border-sensitive locations. In these areas, even minor escalations often lead to heightened alerts. This time, it wasn’t weather or technical issues, it was geopolitics in action. Behind the Shutdown: Operation Sindoor The cancellations followed alerts issued under Operation Sindoor, a classified military protocol. While officials have remained tight-lipped about…

India has taken a bold stand against terrorism with Operation Sindoor, a calculated military response following the Pahalgam terror attack. The operation targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), reinforcing India’s commitment to national security. Prompt Action Following Pahalgam Attack Launched immediately after the deadly Pahalgam incident, Indian Armed Forces carried out precise cross-border strikes on terrorist camps. The strikes were aimed at neutralising threats before they could escalate, showcasing a firm, pre-emptive security doctrine. Defence Minister Highlights India’s Firm Policy Defence Minister Rajnath Singh confirmed that the armed forces had struck back with strength and precision. He…

India has reopened all 32 airports that were shut amid heightened tension with Pakistan. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) confirmed on Friday that civil flight operations have resumed across all affected locations. Gradual Reopening After Conflict Escalation The closures were enforced last week as a precautionary security measure following cross-border hostilities. Amid airspace alerts and escalated military movements, domestic and international flights were suspended at several key airports. Over the past few days, as tensions gradually eased, the government initiated a phased reopening process. Security agencies gave clearance for operations based on ground intelligence and safety audits. By Thursday…

BrahMos Missile Unit Kicks Off Full-Throttle in Lucknow India has opened a cutting-edge BrahMos missile production facility in Lucknow. This new unit marks a major push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The factory will produce 100 to 150 missiles each year. It’s a key project under the UP Defence Industrial Corridor. It will also handle design, development, and testing, especially for the upcoming BrahMos-NG version. Not Just a Missile, But a Message Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called BrahMos more than a missile—a clear signal to the world. He said it reflects India’s growing technological edge and commitment to Atmanirbhar Bharat.…

India has temporarily suspended civil flight operations at 32 airports and 25 air route segments across northern and western regions due to operational reasons, causing widespread travel disruptions. The suspension, effective from 9th May to 14th May 2025 (up to 0529 IST on 15th May 2025), has been confirmed through a series of NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen) issued by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and associated aviation bodies. Airports Affected by the Suspension The following 32 airports are completely closed to civil flights for the duration of the NOTAM period: Adhampur, Ambala, Amritsar, Awantipur, Bathinda, Bhuj, Bikaner, Chandigarh, Halwara,…

किस्तान की सेना देश की आंतरिक व बाह्य सुरक्षा का मुख्य स्तंभ मानी जाती है। लेकिन इसके अंदर की वेतन संरचना और रैंक आधारित सुविधाओं पर नज़र डालें तो एक गहरी असमानता और वर्गभेद का चेहरा सामने आता है। जहां शीर्ष रैंक के अफसर करोड़ों के भत्ते और विशेषाधिकारों का लाभ लेते हैं, वहीं निचले स्तर के सैनिक न्यूनतम वेतन और सीमित सुविधाओं पर गुज़ारा करने को मजबूर हैं। 🪖 रैंक आधारित वेतन – अमीर अफसर, गरीब सिपाही पाकिस्तानी सेना में रैंक तीन प्रमुख श्रेणियों में बांटी जाती है: निचले रैंक (NCOs) में आने वाले सिपाही जैसे जवानों का वेतन…

રાજ્યના કૌશલ્ય વિકાસ મંત્રી મંગલપ્રભાત લોઢાએ આજે થાણેની રાજમાતા જીજાઉ ઔદ્યોગિક તાલીમ સંસ્થા (ITI) ખાતે આપત્તિ વ્યવસ્થાપન તાલીમ કાર્યક્રમનું ઉદ્ઘાટન કર્યું. આ કાર્યક્રમ મહારાષ્ટ્ર કૌશલ્ય વિભાગ અને અનિરુદ્ધ એકેડેમી ઓફ ડિઝાસ્ટર મેનેજમેન્ટના સહયોગથી આયોજિત કરવામાં આવ્યો છે. આપત્તિ વ્યવસ્થાપન એ સમયની માંગ – મંત્રી લોઢા મંત્રી લોઢાએ જણાવ્યું કે, “દેશમાં વધતા આતંકી હુમલાઓ અને કુદરતી આપત્તિઓને ધ્યાનમાં લઈને દરેક નાગરિકે સ્વબચાવ અને આપત્તિ વ્યવસ્થાપનની તાલીમ લેવી જોઈએ.” તેમણે જણાવ્યું કે આઈટીઆઈના વિદ્યાર્થીઓને આપત્તિ સમયે લેવાતા પગલાંઓની તાલીમ આપવામાં આવશે, જેથી તેઓ કટોકટીની પરિસ્થિતિમાં સક્રિય ભૂમિકા ભજવી શકે. આઈટીઆઈમાં 6 નવા અભ્યાસક્રમોની શરૂઆત મંત્રી લોઢાએ આઈટીઆઈમાં 6 નવા અભ્યાસક્રમો શરૂ કરવાની જાહેરાત કરી, જેમાં નીચેના વિષયોનો સમાવેશ થાય છે: બે દિવસીય તાલીમમાં શીખવવામાં આવશે:…

पाकिस्तान में लोकतंत्र का ढांचा लगातार सेना के हस्तक्षेप की वजह से सवालों के घेरे में है। भले ही देश में आम चुनावों के जरिये सरकारें बनती हैं, लेकिन सत्ता की असली चाबी अक्सर रावलपिंडी स्थित सैन्य मुख्यालय (GHQ) के पास रहती है। पिछले कुछ दशकों में पाकिस्तानी सेना का राजनीतिक, आर्थिक और न्यायिक तंत्रों में प्रभाव लगातार बढ़ा है, जिससे लोकतंत्र केवल एक औपचारिक व्यवस्था बनकर रह गया है। सेना का इतिहास में दखल पाकिस्तान के इतिहास में अब तक तीन बार सेना ने खुलेआम तख्तापलट कर लोकतांत्रिक सरकारों को हटाया है — 1958 में अयूब खान, 1977 में…

How one of the world’s most powerful militaries runs a shadow economy, exploits national resources, and undermines democracy. In most democratic nations, the military exists to serve and protect the nation. But in Pakistan, the armed forces have evolved into a parallel state—wielding power not just over defence but over politics, the economy, and civilian life. From fertilisers to real estate, Pakistan’s military owns and operates a multi-billion-dollar business empire with minimal accountability. This article explores how the Pakistani military has entrenched itself in the country’s economic system, the resulting corruption, and its far-reaching impact on the common citizen. A…

India is making remarkable strides towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2030, with a consistent and accelerated decline in maternal and child mortality rates, far surpassing global averages. As per the Sample Registration System (SRS) 2021 report, released by the Registrar General of India on 7th May 2025, the country has demonstrated significant progress in key maternal and child health indicators: States Leading the SDG Race India’s regional performance has also been stellar: India’s Progress vs the World According to the UN Maternal Mortality Estimation Inter-agency Group (UN-MMEIG) Report (2000–2023), India’s MMR dropped by 23 points from 2020 to…