On May 8 evening, Pakistan fired missiles & drones into India through the LoC & international border. Notably, the Jammu sky was lit up as Indian air defences successfully intercepted the incoming projectiles. The escalatory move by Pakistan followed India's strikes against terror infrastructure in Pakistan on May 6-7. Even though India struck terror launch pads, Pakistan tried to attack Indian military sites last night.

To learn more about India's response last night and what India is mulling next after an escalatory move by Pakistan, watch this episode of Point Blank by Hindustan Times Executive Editor Shishir Gupta.

Watch the full episode on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1bEM6Ol95Wc

A missile from Yemen shut down Israel’s airspace. Tel Aviv went into panic mode, flights were grounded, and a crater appeared near its busiest airport. But this wasn’t just another missile attack. It was a statement — and the Houthis claimed responsibility. Backed by Iran but increasingly acting on their own, the Houthis are evolving into one of the most unpredictable actors in the Middle East.

So what’s their real endgame? Are they trying to provoke a wider regional war? Or are they simply showing off their reach? Meanwhile, Israel's Netanyahu is pointing fingers at Iran, warning of retaliation. With U.S.-Iran nuclear talks already on thin ice, could this be the final straw? And what role does Donald Trump, now back in the White House play in shaping the next chapter?

In this episode, Ananya Dutta decodes the timing, the strategy, and the possible fallout of an attack that was less about damage, and more about strategy.

Watch the full episode on YouTube-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=At4378Z6MhY

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India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar has lashed out at Europe for ‘lecturing’ India in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack. Jaishankar rebuked Europe for its hypocritical stance on the India-Pakistan conflict, citing Europe's selective morality and actions. He also criticised Europe for preaching restraint while ignoring its actions and those of its allies supplying Pakistan with arms. This comes as Pakistan has vacated some 26 terrorist training camps, which have now been moved towards the hinterland. Pakistan also test-fired the Abdali surface-to-surface ballistic missile with a range of 450 km.

In the latest episode of Hindustan Times Point Blank, Executive Editor Shishir Gupta explains why Pakistan should think a hundred times before taking the nuclear route against India.

Watch the full episode on YouTube-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ym45oFPmDak

Russia says it’s ready to talk peace - with Ukraine, bypassing Washington. Kyiv says it’s open to the idea. In 2022, Ukraine and Russia came close to a peace deal, until the West stepped in. From Boris Johnson’s surprise visit to Kyiv, to reports that the U.S., Germany, and France shut down negotiations, the message was clear: no deal with Moscow, keep fighting.In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta revisits those critical moments - how the Minsk Agreement was used and abused, how NATO’s expansion fueled distrust, and why Ukraine may once again be falling into a familiar trap. Can Kyiv afford to rely on a West that keeps walking away when things get tough? Or is it time to stop outsourcing peace?While President Zelensky faces pressure at home and abroad, Russia is making its move, asking to talk directly. But is Kyiv in any position to choose? With the West’s track record of walking away from Saigon to Kabul-is Ukraine doomed to become another footnote in its long list of abandoned allies?

Watch the full episode on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4PrDbF1K-8

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Azerbaijan just hosted the Iranian president — and weeks later, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to land in Baku. Why is a small Caspian nation suddenly at the centre of such high-stakes diplomacy? Iran and Azerbaijan have spent years trading accusations, cutting ties, and drawing red lines. So why the sudden reset? And more importantly — why is Israel watching so closely?This isn’t just about diplomacy. It’s about geography, pipelines, alliances — and a potential new front in the Iran-Israel shadow war. Azerbaijan’s oil-rich location, wedged between Russia, Iran, and Turkey, makes it a prime vantage point in West Asia. Israel sees a launchpad. Iran sees a threat. And Azerbaijan? It sees leverage.In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta breaks down why Azerbaijan matters, what Iran and Israel are fighting over, and whether Baku is playing peacemaker — or power broker.

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A Pakistan minister has said that there is credible evidence that India is planning a military strike within 36 hours. This comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a crucial meeting on Tuesday, conveyed that the armed forces have full operational freedom to determine the mode, targets, and timing of India’s response to the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack.

During a high-level security meeting, PM Modi reaffirmed, “It is our national resolve to deliver a crushing blow to terrorism.”

In this episode of Point Blank, Hindustan Times Executive Editor Shishir Gupta decodes what this means for Pakistan and what will happen next.Watch the full episode on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mp00KzP36E4#India #Pakistan #Kashmir #Pahalgam #IndianArmedForces #HindustanTimes

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North Korea’s involvement in the Ukraine war is raising eyebrows. What motivated the isolated regime to send its troops to fight alongside Russia?

In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta dives deep into the complex geopolitical shifts that are reshaping the battlefield. From the "comprehensive strategic partnership" forged between Pyongyang and Moscow to the Cold War-style treaties that are being revived, what does this mean for global alliances? Could Putin’s covert defense deals with countries like China and Iran reshape the future of warfare? What is North Korea gaining, and how does this all tie into the broader war in Ukraine?

Are we witnessing the birth of new alliances that could challenge Western dominance?

Tune in as we explore the real stakes behind the headlines

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6FlmOiLexg

In this episode of Hindustan Times' Point Blank, Executive Editor Shishir Gupta decodes the panic that has gripped the South Asian nation of Pakistan after its involvement in a deadly terror attack on India's Pahalgam. This comes as Pakistani Minister for Railways, Muhammad Hanif Abbasi, issued a direct 'nuclear' threat to India. Meanwhile, Bilawal Bhutto declared, “I want to tell India that the Indus is ours and will remain ours. Either our water will flow through it, or their blood will.”Shishir Gupta argues that the comments of the two ministers is proof that Pakistan is scared of India's retaliation for the Pahalgam massacre. He reveals how India has evolved militarily since the Balakot strike in 2019. He explains why India can make a big dent on Pakistan with its strikes and also has air defence systems that can easily neutralise any Pakistani missile.

Watch the full episode on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiYeawEPlVI