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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.

Pakistan's crypto push gets murkier after high-level meeting with Binance CEO; Asim Munir, ISI chief take centrestage

WORLD

Pakistan's crypto push gets murkier after high-level meeting with Binance CEO; Asim Munir, ISI chief take centrestage

The meeting came just a day after Munir was notified as the new Chief of Defence Force (CDF) of Pakistan, tightening his grip on power.

Asim Munir becomes most powerful man in Pakistan's history: What it means for India

INDIA

Asim Munir becomes most powerful man in Pakistan's history: What it means for India

On Thursday, President Asif Ali Zardari approved the appointment of the army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, as Pakistan’s first Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) for a period of five years.

Sprawling venue of Modi-Putin talks: A 8.2-acre Delhi landmark originally built for a prince

INDIA

Sprawling venue of Modi-Putin talks: A 8.2-acre Delhi landmark originally built for a prince

The nearly 100-year-old architectural landmark, spread across 8.2 acres, is thrust into the spotlight every time global leaders arrive in India on a state visit.

Indian rupee hits record low: Journey from under Rs 4 a dollar in 1947 to 90 today

BUSINESS

Indian rupee hits record low: Journey from under Rs 4 a dollar in 1947 to 90 today

The slide comes as banks kept buying US dollars at higher levels and FII outflows continued amid a rush by companies to hedge against further weakness in the currency.

Imran Khan mystery deepens as son fears 'something irreversible' has happened to ex-Pakistan PM

WORLD

Imran Khan mystery deepens as son fears 'something irreversible' has happened to ex-Pakistan PM

Kasim said that not even knowing whether his father is safe, injured or even alive is a form of "psychological torture".

Russia's Putin to visit India on Dec 4-5 as New Delhi eyes more S-400 systems

INDIA

Russia's Putin to visit India on Dec 4-5 as New Delhi eyes more S-400 systems

Putin had mentioned he will travel to India in early December for the annual summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Siddaramaiah vs Shivakumar: Kharge calls high-level meeting as suspense over Karnataka leadership deepens

INDIA

Siddaramaiah vs Shivakumar: Kharge calls high-level meeting as suspense over Karnataka leadership deepens

Kharge added that Rahul Gandhi will also be present at the meeting, which will include both Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar.

Asim Munir revives Operation Sindoor boast: 'Forces enhanced Pakistan's global stature'

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Asim Munir revives Operation Sindoor boast: 'Forces enhanced Pakistan's global stature'

Carrying forward his lofty remarks about Pakistan’s future, Munir said the country is “a nation of consequence and destined to attain its rightful place in the comity of nations.”

'Will Vaishno Devi Hospital deny treatment to Muslims?' How admission row caused a political storm in J&K

INDIA

'Will Vaishno Devi Hospital deny treatment to Muslims?' How admission row caused a political storm in J&K

The row erupted after a delegation led by BJP's Sunil Sharma, Leader of Opposition in the J&K Assembly, met Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha last week and submitted a memorandum seeking a review of admission norms and “corrective measures”.

'Will stay CM if ...': Siddaramaiah reacts as Karnataka CM change buzz grows louder; DKS loyalists gather in Delhi

INDIA

'Will stay CM if ...': Siddaramaiah reacts as Karnataka CM change buzz grows louder; DKS loyalists gather in Delhi

On Monday, chief minister Siddaramaiah gave a cryptic response to the ongoing buzz in the state, saying that he will accept the decision taken by the Congress top brass.

Sindh leader welcomes Rajnath Singh's 'borders can change' remark: 'Pakistan a lethal poison'

INDIA

Sindh leader welcomes Rajnath Singh's 'borders can change' remark: 'Pakistan a lethal poison'

Pakistan was created as a result of the 1947 Partition of then-undivided India, and the Sindh region near the river Indus has been part of Pakistan since then.

DKS, Siddaramaiah's meetings spark 'November Revolution' buzz in Karnataka; all eyes on cabinet reshuffle decision

INDIA

DKS, Siddaramaiah's meetings spark 'November Revolution' buzz in Karnataka; all eyes on cabinet reshuffle decision

Over the last few weeks, there have been talks in Karnataka's political circles about the possible change in the leadership due to the alleged agreement.

Contrasting fortunes of RJD & LJP: Vote share almost intact but wild swing in seat tally — here’s why

INDIA

Contrasting fortunes of RJD & LJP: Vote share almost intact but wild swing in seat tally — here’s why

The RJD's vote share dipped by a mere 0.11 percentage point this year while the LJP(RV)'s share declined by a paltry 0.69%.

Bihar's strong mandate for BJP insulates it against Nitish pulling a Nitish

INDIA

Bihar's strong mandate for BJP insulates it against Nitish pulling a Nitish

BJP has won a solid 89 seats in the 243-member assembly, its second best performance after 2010. The JD(U) came a close second with 85 seats.

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).

Nitish Kumar rues 'RJD mistake', Tejashwi Yadav mocks 'chacha's nature' as Bihar poll campaign intensifies

INDIA

Nitish Kumar rues 'RJD mistake', Tejashwi Yadav mocks 'chacha's nature' as Bihar poll campaign intensifies

Nitish Kumar and Tejashwi Yadav — former allies who are spearheading their respective alliances — took potshots at each other on Friday.

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".

Creator's stunning video of 'magical' Bengaluru skies on Diwali leaves internet in awe, including FM Sitharaman

TRENDS

Creator's stunning video of 'magical' Bengaluru skies on Diwali leaves internet in awe, including FM Sitharaman

"This has come out so well. The canvas is artistic. Brush strokes are camera exposure. Great effort," the finance minister said.

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

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