Zubair Amin

Jammu and Kashmīr, New Delhi

Journalist | Work: @ForeignPolicy @AJEnglish @IndianExpress, @economictimes @thewire_in , @Article14live , @MongabayIndia , + Tips: [email protected]

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Video Of SBI Officer Refusing To Speak Kannada Goes Viral; Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Condemns Incident

2 weeks ago | newsx.com | Zubair Amin

A controversy over language sensitivity has erupted in Karnataka after a State Bank of India (SBI) official at the Surya Nagar branch in Anekal Taluk refused to communicate in Kannada during a customer interaction. The incident, captured on video and widely circulated on social media, has triggered a strong public and political backlash. The viral video shows a tense exchange between the woman bank official and a customer.
Pakistan, China Agree To Extend China-Pakistan Economic Corridor To Afghanistan

2 weeks ago | newsx.com | Zubair Amin

As Pakistan and India recently stepped back from a deadly conflict with a ceasefire understanding, Pakistan has simultaneously moved to deepen its strategic and economic partnership with China, focusing on expanding the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) into Afghanistan. This marks a critical moment for regional cooperation amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Who Is Nambala Keshav Rao, Senior Maoist Commander With ₹1.5 Crore Reward, Likely Killed In Bastar Encounter?

2 weeks ago | newsx.com | Zubair Amin

Security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region reportedly killed Nambala Keshav Rao, alias Basavaraju, the general secretary of the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist), in a fierce gun battle on Wednesday. Police officials cited by the Hindustan Times confirmed that Basavaraju could be among the 26 Maoists who lost their lives during the encounter in the dense Abujhmad forest.
Pakistan: Suicide Car Bomb Targets School Bus In Balochistan, Killing Five Including Children

2 weeks ago | newsx.com | Zubair Amin

A suicide car bombing struck a school bus in southwestern Pakistan on Wednesday, resulting in the deaths of five people—including at least three children—and injuring 38 others, officials confirmed. The attack marks the latest in a series of violent incidents in the restive Balochistan province, which has long been plagued by insurgency and militant activity.
US Intelligence Warns Israel May Strike Iran’s Nuclear Sites: Report

2 weeks ago | newsx.com | Zubair Amin

Fresh intelligence gathered by the United States suggests that Israel is preparing for potential military strikes against Iran’s nuclear facilities, according to a CNN report released Tuesday. The report, based on information from several US officials familiar with the developments, highlights a growing concern within Washington about Israel’s possible course of action.
Supreme Court Grants Interim Bail To Ashoka University Professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, Sets Bail Conditions | India News

2 weeks ago | newsx.com | Zubair Amin

The Supreme Court on Wednesday granted interim bail to Ashoka University’s associate professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, who was arrested over his social media posts related to Operation Sindoor. However, the court declined to stay the FIRs registered against him. Restrictions ImposedIn a significant ruling, the top court barred Professor Mahmudabad from posting anything online about the matter, underscoring the sensitivity of the issue.
Elon Musk Eyes Trump’s $175 ‘Golden Dome’ Missile Shield Amid Backlash

2 weeks ago | newsx.com | Zubair Amin

Elon Musk’s aerospace firm, SpaceX, could secure a pivotal role in a high-stakes defense project spearheaded byPresident Donald Trump — a sweeping missile defense system dubbed the “Golden Dome,” modeled on Israel’s Iron Dome. While the initiative has stirred excitement in Trump’s camp, experts and lawmakers are sounding the alarm over its projected $175billion cost, possible militarization of space, and potential conflicts of interest surrounding Musk’s possible involvement.
Fire Engulfs $8M Historic Kalorama Mansion Behind Obama’s Home In Washington DC

2 weeks ago | newsx.com | Zubair Amin

A major fire erupted early Tuesday morning at a historic three-story mansion in Washington’s affluent Kalorama neighborhood, prompting a large-scale evacuation and emergency response. The English manor-style residence, reportedly under renovation, sits directly behind the home of former President Barack Obama—drawing heightened public attention to the unfolding incident.
Who is Banu Mushtaq, The First Kannada Author To Win The International Booker Prize?

2 weeks ago | newsx.com | Zubair Amin

Banu Mushtaq, a distinguished writer known for her profound exploration of women’s lives, caste, power, and oppression, has been awarded the International Booker Prize alongside her translator Deepa Bhasthi for their book Heart Lamp. First Kannada Author to Win the Prestigious Booker PrizeAt 77 years old, Mushtaq is the first Kannada author to receive the prestigious Booker Prize for the best English-translated fiction.
Asim Munir Named Pakistan’s Second Field Marshal: What The Rank Means

2 weeks ago | newsx.com | Zubair Amin

The Government of Pakistan has announced the promotion of General Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Pakistan Army, to the rank of Field Marshal. This makes General Munir the second military person in the nation’s history to attain this prestigious rank, following Field Marshal Mohammad Ayub Khan. The first Field Marshal of the Pakistan Army, Mohammad Ayub Khan, served as the country’s president from 1958 to 1969. His elevation to the rank, however, came under different circumstances.