The video of Himanta Biswa Sarma ‘firing’ a shotgun at a picture of two men depicted as stereotypical “miya” Muslims was so horrendous that the Assam BJP handle deleted it. But that doesn’t make amends. How about regret? An apology? Unfortunately, to brazen it out is the more likely playbook.
US’ claim of Beijing testing low-yield nukes underlines need for a START that includes China
As START ends, Washington claims China tested low-yield nukes in 2020 using a technology making detection impossible. It came four days after Galwan, but wasn’t directed at India. China is working feverishly to catch up with America, Russia. The revelation and its timing underline need for a START including China.

