Jagannath Panda

4 days ago | tribunecontentagency.com | Jagannath Panda

The recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam was not just another act of violence – it was a chilling reminder of the brutal threats that still plague the Indian subcontinent. Yet, while many in the international community rushed to condemn the attack, the response from the European Union (EU) was, at best, lukewarm and strategically cautious. India responded with justified outrage via Operation Sindoor, taking firm and decisive action against terrorism. The response was not merely reactive.

5 days ago | thediplomat.com | Jagannath Panda

Instead of strategic clarity and unanimity, the European Union reverted to its typical stance: cautious, non-aligned, and conspicuously quiet. Subscribe for ads-free reading The recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam was not just another act of violence – it was a chilling reminder of the brutal threats that still plague the Indian subcontinent.

Feb 12, 2025 | thediplomat.com | Jagannath Panda

In early January, a powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck the remote Dingri county (Shigatse) on the Tibetan Plateau, generating thousands of aftershocks within the first three days. The ripple effects were felt in neighboring Bhutan, India, and Nepal. It was the most severe earthquake to impact the Himalayan region in the past century.

Jan 14, 2025 | usip.org | Jagannath Panda

Since the start of Russia’s war in Ukraine, India has worked to protect its strategic relationship with Russia while maintaining its burgeoning ties with the United States and Europe. India’s balancing act was on display earlier this year when Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Russia in July and made a historic trip to Ukraine the following month. Modi has portrayed a neutral stance on the Ukraine war and positioned India as a key player in any potential peace process.

Jan 8, 2025 | southasianvoices.org | Jagannath Panda |Shruti Pandalai |Dalir Khan |Namita Barthwal

Reversing the trend that India and China ties have witnessed in the last half-decade, the coming year is unusually optimistic. For the first time in recent history, bilateral hostilities have taken a backseat, even if straightforward cooperation and trust are still missing. Nonetheless, despite the upward outlook, China’s uneven trajectory with India during the Xi Jinping era continues to warrant a cautious reading of current events.