In a significant diplomatic achievement, Congress MP and former UN diplomat Shashi Tharoor led an all-party Indian delegation to Bogotá, Colombia, successfully influencing a shift in Colombia's stance from pro-Pakistan to pro-India. The delegation's mission was to brief Colombian officials on India's counterterrorism efforts, notably Operation Sindoor, and to reaffirm India's position on the suspended Indus Waters Treaty. Tharoor emphasized India's generosity under the treaty and highlighted Pakistan's misuse of the agreement. This outreach resulted in Colombia expressing support for India's counterterrorism initiatives and acknowledging India's concerns regarding Pakistan's actions. The visit underscores India's growing diplomatic influence and its ability to garner international support on critical issues. (PC: News 18)

On May 30, 2025, Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the Border Security Force (BSF) for its decisive retaliation against Pakistani shelling, resulting in the destruction of over 118 Pakistani military posts along the Jammu frontier. This action, part of Operation Sindoor, was in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives. Shah highlighted that the BSF's operations dismantled Pakistan's surveillance and communication systems, rendering them ineffective for years. He emphasized that such a significant blow would incapacitate Pakistan's ability to wage information-based warfare for an extended period. The operation underscores India's commitment to robust border defense and counter-terrorism efforts. (PC: Wikipedia)  

Armenia is strengthening its military by acquiring advanced Indian defense systems, including Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launchers, Akash surface-to-air missiles, and Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems (ATAGS). This strategic move aims to diversify Armenia’s defense partnerships after recent conflicts revealed gaps in support from traditional allies. India’s growing defense exports to Armenia highlight its expanding influence in the South Caucasus region. The enhanced military cooperation reflects both nations’ shared interest in bolstering regional security and countering emerging threats. (PC: The Print)  

On May 30, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at a rally in Karakat, Bihar, reaffirmed India's unwavering stance against terrorism. He declared that Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, was merely "one arrow in our quiver," signaling India's readiness for further action if provoked. Modi emphasized that the fight against terror is ongoing, likening it to a serpent that, if it raises its hood again, will be "dragged out of its hole and trampled." He highlighted the operation's success in targeting terrorist hideouts in Pakistan, asserting that India's forces brought those responsible to their knees. The Prime Minister's remarks underscore a continued commitment to national security and a warning to adversaries about India's preparedness to counter threats. (PC: PTI)  

The 1960 Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), brokered by the World Bank, allocated the western rivers (Indus, Jhelum, Chenab) to Pakistan and the eastern rivers (Ravi, Beas, Sutlej) to India. To facilitate Pakistan's transition and compensate for its loss of access to the eastern rivers, India agreed to a financial contribution. Over a decade, India paid approximately $174 million (about $1.6 billion today) to Pakistan. This was part of a $1 billion fund, with the World Bank and other donors assisting Pakistan in building dams and canals. The treaty’s suspension by India in April 2025 has increased tensions. (PC: India Today)

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif admitted that Indian BrahMos missile strikes during Operation Sindoor pre-empted a planned Pakistani response. “We were ready to act after Fajr prayers, but India launched BrahMos,” Sharif said in Azerbaijan. The May 9–10 strikes targeted terror hubs in Pakistan and PoK following the deadly Pahalgam attack. “Missiles hit provinces including Rawalpindi airport,” Sharif added, confirming prior damage reports. India reportedly eliminated 100 terrorists in the operation. The MEA reaffirmed, “Terrorism and talks cannot go together.” The swift Indian offensive also exposed Pakistan's defense lapses despite Chinese support. (PC: Reuters)

At MIT’s 2025 graduation ceremony, Indian-American Class President Megha Vemuri delivered a bold speech denouncing the university’s research ties with the Israeli military. Wearing a keffiyeh in solidarity with Palestinians, Vemuri accused MIT of complicity in the Gaza crisis and called for alumni to demand an arms embargo and the severing of ties with Israel. She praised student activism and highlighted the destruction of Gaza’s education system, declaring, “There are no universities left in Gaza.” Her statement, “MIT students will never tolerate a genocide,” drew national attention amid rising campus protests and scrutiny of institutional roles in global conflicts. (PC: India Today)

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, leading a multiparty delegation to Colombia, expressed disappointment over Colombia's sympathies for Pakistan following India’s Operation Sindoor. Tharoor stated on May 29, 2025, that India was only exercising its right to self-defence after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack. He emphasized there can be no equivalence between terrorists and those defending against them. Citing proof of Pakistani involvement, Tharoor criticized the lack of accountability from Islamabad. He also condemned the presence of Pakistani military officials at funerals of designated terrorists, calling it evidence of state complicity in terrorism. (PC: X/ Shashi Tharoor)

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has admitted that India's BrahMos missile strikes on May 9–10 disrupted a planned Pakistani military offensive against India. Speaking at a summit in Azerbaijan, Sharif said Pakistan’s forces were preparing to strike early on May 10, but Indian missiles hit key sites, including Rawalpindi’s Nur Khan Airbase, preempting their plans. The strikes were part of India’s Operation Sindoor, launched in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Despite the setback, Pakistan promoted General Asim Munir to Field Marshal. Sharif also reiterated calls for dialogue, though India maintains its firm stance against engaging amid cross-border terrorism. (PC: AFP)

On May 26, 2025, Indian-American entrepreneur and Republican politician Vivek Ramaswamy shared a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter) celebrating his 10th wedding anniversary with wife Apoorva. The post recounted their first date hiking Flattop Mountain in 2011 and their recent return to complete the hike. However, the post attracted racist and anti-immigrant comments, with users telling the couple to "go back to India" and questioning their skin tone. The backlash is linked to Ramaswamy's controversial stance on the H-1B visa program, which he has criticized despite his own Indian heritage. (PC: MSN)