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Armaan Bhatnagar is a news editor with nearly 14 years of experience in digital media across leading organisations including The Times of India, Microsoft, and Network18. Over the years, Armaan has reported extensively on Indian politics, global affairs, the economy, and business. He has led coverage of landmark events ranging from three Lok Sabha elections and multiple state polls to historic Supreme Court judgments. He has closely followed US and Pakistani politics, Middle East developments, and key geopolitical developments. He has also helped build innovative newsroom products, including COVID dashboards, election trackers, economy meters, and a range of data-driven properties.

Big winners and losers of Bihar elections: Nitish Kumar, 'Vote chori', MY maths

INDIA

Big winners and losers of Bihar elections: Nitish Kumar, 'Vote chori', MY maths

The biggest winner of the election was clearly the NDA, which has delivered a crushing blow to the Mahagathbandhan and is on its way to win over 200 seats

10 big takeaways from Bihar election results: NDA's double century, MGB's lowest total, PK's golden duck

INDIA

10 big takeaways from Bihar election results: NDA's double century, MGB's lowest total, PK's golden duck

The NDA steamrolled the Mahagathbandhan in the final assembly election of the year, poised to win over 200 seats in the 243-member Bihar assembly. Here's an analysis of the landslide victory of NDA.

Bihar elections: Will Nitish make history or can Tejashwi's MGB defy predictions? All eyes on Nov 14 counting

INDIA

Bihar elections: Will Nitish make history or can Tejashwi's MGB defy predictions? All eyes on Nov 14 counting

The pollsters have widely predicted an NDA victory in the state and another electoral loss for the Mahagathbandhan of RJD, Congress and Left Parties.

Bihar Polls: Will Nitish make history or become history? Spotlight on JD(U)'s tally on Nov 14

INDIA

Bihar Polls: Will Nitish make history or become history? Spotlight on JD(U)'s tally on Nov 14

Under Nitish, Bihar has witnessed a relieving shift from the days of anarchy under the Lalu-Rabri period to an era of good governance and development.

Bihar exit poll results: Landslide for NDA, crash-landing for Tejashwi's Grand Alliance, Prashant Kishor eats humble pie

INDIA

Bihar exit poll results: Landslide for NDA, crash-landing for Tejashwi's Grand Alliance, Prashant Kishor eats humble pie

Exit polls have predicted a thumping victory for the ruling NDA in Bihar and another setback for the Tejashwi Yadav-led Mahagathbandhan.

How Asim Munir's god-like elevation in Pakistan surpasses even Zia-ul-Haq's highly controversial 8th amendment

WORLD

How Asim Munir's god-like elevation in Pakistan surpasses even Zia-ul-Haq's highly controversial 8th amendment

Under the 27th amendment, Munir is poised to assume a new and vastly powerful role as Chief of Defence Forces (CDF).

PM Modi's Diwali greetings for Trump has a subtle message for Pakistan

INDIA

PM Modi's Diwali greetings for Trump has a subtle message for Pakistan

PM Modi thanked Trump for his phone call on the occasion of Diwali and called upon the "two great democracies" to "stand united against terrorism".

Big-ticket defence projects in pipeline, Cochin Shipyard powers Indian Navy’s Atmanirbhar push

BUSINESS

Big-ticket defence projects in pipeline, Cochin Shipyard powers Indian Navy’s Atmanirbhar push

The shipbuilder, one of India’s largest, is working on several big-ticket defence projects, including anti-submarine and missile vessel

Cochin Shipyard CMD talks mega defence projects for Navy, says ready to build next aircraft carrier

BUSINESS

Cochin Shipyard CMD talks mega defence projects for Navy, says ready to build next aircraft carrier

In an interview to Moneycontrol, CSL CMD Madhu S Nair speaks about ongoing defence projects for Navy, global collaborations and readiness to build the next aircraft carrier.

Islamabad's irony: Pakistan mirrors India amid tense border clashes with Afghanistan

WORLD

Islamabad's irony: Pakistan mirrors India amid tense border clashes with Afghanistan

Islamabad has claimed that the TTP's leadership and many of its fighters are based in Afghanistan, a charge denied by the Taliban administration.

Bihar Election 2025 Date: Bihar to vote in two phases on November 6 and 11; results on November 14

INDIA

Bihar Election 2025 Date: Bihar to vote in two phases on November 6 and 11; results on November 14

The Election Commission's announcement has set the stage for a keen showdown after months of intense buildup between the NDA and Mahagathbandhan.

Why India refused to accept Asia Cup trophy from PCB chief

INDIA

Why India refused to accept Asia Cup trophy from PCB chief

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia made India's position clear after the Asia Cup match, saying that India cannot accept the trophy from someone who has waged war against the country.

Jaishankar blasts Pakistan, outlines India's 3 principles, bats for UN reforms: 5 takeaways from UNGA speech

INDIA

Jaishankar blasts Pakistan, outlines India's 3 principles, bats for UN reforms: 5 takeaways from UNGA speech

Jaishankar ripped into Pakistan without even mentioning its name, highlighed the importance of de-risking amid global trade challenges due to tariffs imposed by US and pressed for urgent reforms at the UN.

How history will remember PM Modi, 50 years later

INDIA

How history will remember PM Modi, 50 years later

A look at some of the decisions by Modi that will go down in history books and will endure in the nation’s memory long after his tenure.

Big takeaways from SCO summit: India's vindication, Pak isolation and message for US

INDIA

Big takeaways from SCO summit: India's vindication, Pak isolation and message for US

High on both optics and substance, the summit produced several highlights and positive diplomatic takeaways for India

Trump tariff tirade against India: What does it mean —  and what it does not

INDIA

Trump tariff tirade against India: What does it mean — and what it does not

While Trump's bitter tirade has caused concerns in New Delhi, the US President's behaviour — unpredictable as it may seem — is not a bolt out of the blue.

Pakistan's hidden 'Trump' card: How Islamabad has played Washington over the years

WORLD

Pakistan's hidden 'Trump' card: How Islamabad has played Washington over the years

Pakistan's expedient appeal for Trump is largely shaped by the current geopolitical realities and fostered by its tactic to give the impulsive US President what he needs.

The Art of the Squeeze? What Trump's oil deal with Pakistan really signals to India

INDIA

The Art of the Squeeze? What Trump's oil deal with Pakistan really signals to India

Trump appears to be bullying India into making a favourable "US-centric" deal, at a time when Indian negotiators are pushing hard to protect domestic interests

How Asim Munir is busy clearing PM Modi's old doubt about Pakistan

WORLD

How Asim Munir is busy clearing PM Modi's old doubt about Pakistan

Pakistan's army chief Gen Asim Munir—also its second ever Field Marshal—is on a mission to clear the air about who forms the country's power nucleus.

Why Trump declared 'love' for a 'deceitful' Pakistan

WORLD

Why Trump declared 'love' for a 'deceitful' Pakistan

Trump's approach to countries like Pakistan is consistent with his broader—and rather unpredictable—foreign policy thinking which prioritises near-term objectives over long-term strategic goals.

Why does Pakistan exist? PM Modi drops a truth bomb on Islamabad

INDIA

Why does Pakistan exist? PM Modi drops a truth bomb on Islamabad

PM Modi said that Pakistan exists solely to harm India, contrasting New Delhi's developmental path with Islamabad’s obsession with anti-India policy.

MiGs, missiles and messaging: Why PM Modi’s Adampur visit was high on powerful optics

INDIA

MiGs, missiles and messaging: Why PM Modi’s Adampur visit was high on powerful optics

From a cap emblazoned with a "trishul" to thunderous chants of "Bharat Mata ki Jai" and a striking photo with the S-400 in the background, PM Modi’s visit sent out powerful visuals underpinning India’s resolve and grit in times of conflict.

Embarrassed & defied, will Gen Asim Munir now use Pakistan army's 'favourite weapon' against India?

INDIA

Embarrassed & defied, will Gen Asim Munir now use Pakistan army's 'favourite weapon' against India?

Following India’s unprecedented strikes on Pakistani air bases and mounting international pressure, Pakistan seems to have taken the off-ramp, choosing to let the situation simmer—at least for now.

5 signs that Pakistan is feeling the heat amid rising tensions with India

INDIA

5 signs that Pakistan is feeling the heat amid rising tensions with India

Pakistan has spent the last few days anticipating a military strike by India while also putting up a brave face to reassure its public

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