Monday, October 12
Weeks after Operation Sindoor concluded, its lessons remain vivid. The conflict was more than a border skirmish; it was a test of military technology. The lessons learnt have put China’s multi-billion-dollar defence modernisation achievements under the spotlight, especially considering this is the first time since the 1980s that the world has had a firsthand view of its capabilities.During the border skirmishes, Pakistan leaned heavily on Chinese weapons—fighter jets, missiles, drones—but these systems largely failed when faced against the Indian might. India’s indigenous platforms, particularly the BrahMos missile, outclassed them, delivering precise strikes and changing the regional security balance.Also Read: Target locked: India’s homebuilt weapons outclass Chinese importsChi
India is likely to float a discussion paper next month outlining policy framework options for crypto assets amid growing acceptance for them, thanks in large part to US President Donald Trump embracing digital currencies, people familiar with the matter said. The discussion paper is likely to draw from the synthesis paper prepared by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Financial Stability Board (FSB) while seeking opinions on practices being adopted by various jurisdictions. “The discussion paper on crypto assets is being given finishing touches,” said one of the persons cited, adding that it could be posted for public comments next month. India has an ambiguous position on cryptocurrencies. In FY23 budget, India imposed a 30% tax on gains from virtual digital assets while cl
