Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned that Islamabad must remain on “full alert” against the possibility of an “all-out war” with India. Speaking to Samaa TV, Asif said India cannot be trusted and accused New Delhi of using Afghanistan as a proxy to destabilise Pakistan. His remarks follow repeated claims of a “two-front war” on both eastern and western borders. Hours earlier, Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi described May’s Operation Sindoor, a four-day confrontation as merely an “88-hour trailer,” warning of overwhelming retaliation if Pakistan provokes again. Asif reiterated that India seeks to block peace between Pakistan and Afghanistan, alleging Indian-backed proxies behind recent attacks.

Bangladesh’s National Security Advisor Khalilur Rahman met India’s NSA Ajit Doval in New Delhi to discuss bilateral issues and the Colombo Security Conclave. Bangladesh has urged India to extradite ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been in India since August 2024. Hasina was sentenced to death by Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal for her alleged role in the 2024 student crackdown, charges she calls politically motivated. India has not responded to the extradition request but expressed commitment to Bangladesh’s peace and stability. Doval was invited to visit Bangladesh. The country may approach Interpol for Hasina’s extradition. (PC: HT)

Pakistan politician Chaudhry Anwarul Haq has sparked outrage after openly admitting that terror groups linked to Islamabad carried out attacks in India “from the Red Fort to Kashmir’s forests.” His viral video referenced the November 10 Red Fort car bombing, which killed 14, and the April Pahalgam attack that left 26 tourists dead. India strongly rejected the claims, accusing Pakistan of using Balochistan unrest as a diversion while fueling cross-border terrorism. Investigations tied the Red Fort blast to a Jaish-e-Mohammed “white-collar” module in Faridabad, involving doctors and academics. Authorities revealed plans for “Operation D-6,” a Babri Masjid anniversary suicide attack, with JeM’s female wing Jamaat-ul-Momineen linked to recruitment.

A US congressional panel revealed China exploited the May 2025 India-Pakistan conflict to conduct its first real-world combat tests of advanced weapons supplied to Islamabad. The four-day clash, the worst in 25 years, saw missile strikes, drone attacks, and artillery exchanges before a US-brokered ceasefire. Pakistan claimed to down six Indian aircraft, including Rafales, using Chinese HQ-9 missiles, PL-15 air-to-air missiles, and J-10C fighters. India acknowledged losses but reported shooting down Chinese jets and F-16s. The report accused China of disinformation campaigns undermining Rafale sales, while French intelligence confirmed fake imagery was circulated. China, Pakistan’s main arms supplier, hailed successes but urged restraint publicly. (PC: Subkuz News & Bloomberg)

Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warned of potential "all-out war" with India, stating Islamabad remains on "full alert" amid escalating tensions. His Samaa TV remarks followed Army Chief General Dwivedi's description of Operation Sindoor as an "88-hour trailer," asserting readiness to "teach Pakistan responsible behavior." Asif claimed Pakistan faces simultaneous eastern (India) and western (Afghanistan) border threats, alleging India sponsors attacks from Afghan territory. He stated "Delhi sponsors Taliban decisions" and Kabul fights India's "proxy war." The warning follows November 10's Delhi car explosion killing 15 and April's Pahalgam attack. Heavy October clashes between Pakistani forces and Taliban resulted in significant casualties before Turkey-Qatar brokered ceasefire on October 19.

Wanted gangster Anmol Bishnoi received 11-day NIA custody after deportation from the US, arriving in India and appearing at Patiala House Court under heavy RAF security. Lawrence Bishnoi's younger brother faces 22 Rajasthan cases and was key accused in NCP leader Baba Siddique's murder. The NIA sought 15-day custody but received 11 days. Investigators revealed Anmol "executed" terror acts from the US, working closely with brother Lawrence and designated terrorist Goldy Brar. Chargesheeted in March 2023, the Fazilka native fled India via Nepal in 2022, traveling through multiple countries before US arrival. He operated terror syndicates using ground operatives, marking the 19th Bishnoi gang-linked arrest.

Pakistani leader Chaudhry Anwarul Haq openly admitted Pakistan's role in cross-border terrorism, boasting terror groups struck India "from Red Fort to Kashmir's forests." His viral video referenced the November 10 Delhi car blast killing 14 and April's Pahalgam attack killing 26 tourists. Haq stated, "By Allah's grace, we've done it and they're still unable to count bodies." Sources revealed the Faridabad-linked Jaish-e-Mohammed module planned "Operation D-6," a major December 6 suicide attack marking Babri Masjid demolition anniversary. The white-collar terror network included five-six doctors from Al-Falah University who procured explosive chemicals. Dr Shaheen Shaheed allegedly established JeM's women's wing, Jamaat-ul-Momineen, while mastermind Dr Umar executed the Red Fort blast.

Bangladesh’s National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman, a close aide of interim leader Muhammad Yunus, arrived in Delhi to attend the Colombo Security Conclave. This is the most important visit by a Bangladeshi official since Sheikh Hasina’s government fell in 2024. The visit comes days after Hasina was given the death sentence and continues to live in exile in India. Delhi sees the trip as a sign that both sides are keeping communication open. India is also worried about Bangladesh’s plan to revive the Lalmonirhat airbase near the border. NSA Ajit Doval will host Rahman and other regional security leaders. (PC: NDTV)

Jaish-e-Mohammed is raising funds to prepare a new ‘fidayeen’ attack on India, intelligence sources said. The Pakistan-based group, linked to the Red Fort car bomb, has demanded ₹6,400 donations through digital apps like SadaPay. Sources said Jaish may also be planning a women-led strike. The group’s women’s wing is led by Masood Azhar’s sister, Sadiya. A key suspect in the Red Fort blast, Dr Shahina Saeed, is believed to be part of this wing. The donations will buy winter kits and supplies for fighters. Fifteen people died in the November 10 Red Fort attack carried out by a 10-member cell. (PC: NDTV)

Anmol Bishnoi, younger brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, has been deported from the United States and flown into New Delhi. He’s wanted for the murder of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique, the killing of Punjabi artist Sidhu Moosewala, and firing outside Salman Khan’s residence. The US Department of Homeland Security confirmed his removal on November 18, 2025. On arrival, India’s NIA is expected to take custody and push forward its probe. (PC: India Today)