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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-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.

Veteran Pakistan journalist slams media blackout of TLP stir, says people relying on Indian TV channels for info

WORLD

Veteran Pakistan journalist slams media blackout of TLP stir, says people relying on Indian TV channels for info

Lahore city has been virtually paralysed following violent clashes between police and the TLP workers

Red-faced Starmer, awkward Sharif, coy Meloni: 6 viral moments from Gaza summit, courtesy Donald Trump

WORLD

Red-faced Starmer, awkward Sharif, coy Meloni: 6 viral moments from Gaza summit, courtesy Donald Trump

From Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif being put in the dock over ties with India to Trump's near-flirtatious remarks on Italy’s PM Giorgia Meloni - the summit was full of viral moments that became a fodder for social media

Afghanistan-Pakistan ties unravel: US analyst reveals 'two fundamental truths' behind deadly border clashes

WORLD

Afghanistan-Pakistan ties unravel: US analyst reveals 'two fundamental truths' behind deadly border clashes

The TTP, which was modelled on the Afghan Taliban, is one of the major reasons behind ongoing tensions

Bihar elections: Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj releases 2nd list, Raghopur suspense continues

INDIA

Bihar elections: Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj releases 2nd list, Raghopur suspense continues

Political strategist-turned-politician Kishor was present among other party leaders while releasing the list. The party had released its first of 51 candidates on October 9.

Gaza peace summit: What is India's stand on Israel-Palestine conflict?

INDIA

Gaza peace summit: What is India's stand on Israel-Palestine conflict?

PM Modi had welcomed the agreement on the first phase the Gaza peace plan signed between Israel and Hamas.

Why did Maria Corina Machado win the Nobel Peace Prize

WORLD

Why did Maria Corina Machado win the Nobel Peace Prize

"She is receiving the Nobel Peace Prize for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy," the Norwegian Nobel Committee said.

Pakistan cops take 'extraordinary measures' to keep 'mercenary-like' extremist outfit from unleashing anti-Gaza stir

WORLD

Pakistan cops take 'extraordinary measures' to keep 'mercenary-like' extremist outfit from unleashing anti-Gaza stir

Police have adopted unconventional methods to block TLP protesters, including placing shipping containers and sealing the city’s entry and exit points.

Pak extremist outfit thwarts bid to arrest hardliner Saad Rizvi; cops attacked, fears grow of massive anti-Israel stir

WORLD

Pak extremist outfit thwarts bid to arrest hardliner Saad Rizvi; cops attacked, fears grow of massive anti-Israel stir

According to police sources, the group had summoned a large number of activists to Lahore, where many had gathered in temporary shelters.

Pakistan minister Khawaja Asif says chances of war with India 'very real', resorts to religious rhetoric

INDIA

Pakistan minister Khawaja Asif says chances of war with India 'very real', resorts to religious rhetoric

The communal undertones in Asif's latest remarks echo similar statements made by Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, who has been using religion to spread hatred against India.

Pakistani Senator faces action for blasting 'salesman' Asim Munir's US visit

WORLD

Pakistani Senator faces action for blasting 'salesman' Asim Munir's US visit

The move comes just days after Wali tore into Field Marshal Asim Munir’s high-profile visit to the White House and his meeting with Trump.

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.

Donald Trump lauds US Navy Seals for putting 'bullet in Osama bin Laden's head', recalls his pre-9/11 'warning'

WORLD

Donald Trump lauds US Navy Seals for putting 'bullet in Osama bin Laden's head', recalls his pre-9/11 'warning'

The US President also claimed that he had warned against Osama a year before the 2001 terror attack on the twin towers.

IAF chief rejects Elon Musk's prediction on future of warfare: 'He is a businessman ...'

INDIA

IAF chief rejects Elon Musk's prediction on future of warfare: 'He is a businessman ...'

He stressed that while unmanned systems will play an increasing role, they cannot operate in isolation.

Army chief's powerful warning to Pakistan: 'End support to terror if you want place in geography'

INDIA

Army chief's powerful warning to Pakistan: 'End support to terror if you want place in geography'

Speaking to troops in Rajasthan's Anupgarh, the Army chief said that India will not maintain the restraint it did in Operation Sindoor 1.0.

India destroyed 4-5 Pakistani F-16s and one JF-17 jet during Operation Sindoor: IAF chief

INDIA

India destroyed 4-5 Pakistani F-16s and one JF-17 jet during Operation Sindoor: IAF chief

The IAF chief added that the missiles that struck the hangars and tarmac led to the destruction of C-130 aircraft, one AEW&C class of aircraft and four to five fighter aircraft, most likely F-16s.

How would Owaisi respond to Pahalgam attack as PM? AIMIM chief's response ...

INDIA

How would Owaisi respond to Pahalgam attack as PM? AIMIM chief's response ...

Questioning the "sudden halt" in Operation Sindoor, Owaisi said that India should not have stopped the escalation when the entire country was ready to deliver a decisive response.

PM Modi on why he launched Demographic Mission: 'We need to stay alert'

INDIA

PM Modi on why he launched Demographic Mission: 'We need to stay alert'

The Prime Minister said that infiltrators pose a risk to India's social harmony and internal security.

Pakistan's 'U-turn' on Gaza peace plan days after Trump's claim of '100% support' from Asim Munir: 'Not our document'

WORLD

Pakistan's 'U-turn' on Gaza peace plan days after Trump's claim of '100% support' from Asim Munir: 'Not our document'

“This is not our document, which we sent to them. There are some key areas that we want covered ... If they are not covered, they will be covered,” Dar was quoted as saying by Dawn.

Possibility of nuclear attack should be part of India's security calculus: CDS Chauhan

INDIA

Possibility of nuclear attack should be part of India's security calculus: CDS Chauhan

CDS Chauhan added that preparedness against nuclear threats contributes to a deterrence against its use, adding that such protocols are important.

Amid Trump-Munir photo-ops, US analyst says 'reality check is in order'

WORLD

Amid Trump-Munir photo-ops, US analyst says 'reality check is in order'

US-based analyst Michael Kugelman noted that the resurgence in bilateral ties, though real, are quite "aspirational and exploratory" in nature.

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.

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