Bollywood Movie 'Dhurandhar' Part 2 Released, Real-Life Spy Story Inspires Plot The Bollywood film Dhurandhar Part 2 has been officially released, continuing the saga of a fictional spy thriller. However, the movie’s narrative draws inspiration from the extraordinary real-life story of Ravi Kumar, a former theater artist who became one of India’s most covert intelligence agents during the 1970s and 1980s. His life, marked by sacrifice and secrecy, has since become a symbol of patriotism and resilience. Ravi Kumar, born in 1952, was initially a theater performer in India. His talent for acting and his ability to blend into diverse environments caught the attention of the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), India’s external intelligence agency. In 1972, he was recruited under the codename Black Tiger, a rare honor bestowed by then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. This designation signified his role as a high-value operative operating in Pakistan, where he worked to gather critical intelligence for India. Kumar’s mission involved infiltrating Pakistan’s military and intelligence networks. He trained extensively with RAW, mastering espionage techniques and adopting a cover identity as a Pakistani army clerk. His work included intercepting military plans, tracking troop movements, and providing warnings that helped India avoid several potential attacks. His contributions were instrumental in saving countless lives, though his actions remained shrouded in secrecy for decades. In 1983, Kumar’s identity was compromised when another RAW agent, Inayat Masih, was captured by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). Under brutal interrogation, Masih revealed Kumar’s true identity, leading to his arrest. Kumar was subjected to prolonged and inhumane torture in Pakistani jails.#research_and_analysis_wing #ravi_kumar #indira_gandhi #inter_services_intelligence #dhurandhar_part_2
Donald Trump to ban RSS and RAW? US Religious Freedom Commission makes major recommendation, seeks halt to weapons sales to India The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has recommended that the Donald Trump administration impose restrictions on India’s Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and its intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW). The commission’s report, released in its 2026 annual report, criticizes the working methods of both organizations and calls for measures such as asset seizures and bans on members entering the United States. The report also questions the role of RAW, which has been under scrutiny since 2025 for alleged involvement in plots to assassinate Sikh separatists. The USCIRF, an independent U.S. agency tasked with monitoring religious freedom, urged the Trump administration to designate India as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC). This designation would signal heightened concerns about religious persecution and could lead to sanctions against Indian entities. The commission’s recommendations highlight tensions between the U.S. and India, particularly regarding the RSS, a right-wing organization founded in 1925 that has long been influential in Indian politics. While the White House is not legally bound to follow the USCIRF’s recommendations, the report underscores growing U.S. skepticism about India’s domestic policies. The commission’s focus on RAW and the RSS reflects broader concerns about the role of these groups in shaping India’s political and security landscape. The report’s release coincides with ongoing debates over U.S.-India relations, including discussions about halting weapons sales to India, which the commission has also suggested.#india #donald_trump #rashtriya_swayamsevak_sangh #us_commission_on_international_religious_freedom #research_and_analysis_wing
Donald Trump to ban RSS and RAW? US Religious Freedom Commission makes major recommendation, seeks halt to weapons sales to India The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has recommended that the Donald Trump administration impose restrictions on India’s Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and its intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW). The commission’s report, released earlier this month, criticizes the working methods of both organizations and calls for measures to limit their influence. While the White House is not legally bound to follow these recommendations, the USCIRF, an independent U.S. agency tasked with monitoring religious freedom, has urged the Trump administration to take action. The report, part of the 2026 annual report, highlights concerns about the RSS’s role in India and the RAW’s alleged involvement in activities that threaten religious and political stability. The RSS, founded in 1925, has been a significant force in Indian society for over a century. The commission’s report questions its methods, suggesting that its activities may undermine religious freedom. Similarly, the RAW has been under scrutiny for its alleged role in past incidents, including plots against Sikh separatists. In 2025, the USCIRF had previously called for a ban on the RAW, accusing it of involvement in such activities. The commission now urges the Trump administration to designate India as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC), a designation that would signal serious violations of religious freedom. The recommendations include potential sanctions against the RSS, such as seizing its assets and barring its members from entering the United States.#india #donald_trump #rashtriya_swayamsevak_sangh #us_commission_on_international_religious_freedom #research_and_analysis_wing
US Religious Freedom Panel Recommends Targeted Sanctions on RSS, R&AW The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has recommended targeted sanctions against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW), citing concerns over their alleged violations of religious freedom. The report, released recently, highlights the organizations’ roles in perpetuating discrimination and undermining minority rights in India. The external affairs ministry has not issued a formal response to the latest findings, but it has previously dismissed similar reports as “biased,” emphasizing its stance that such claims lack credibility. The recommendations come amid ongoing tensions between India and the U.S. over human rights issues, including the treatment of religious minorities and the use of state intelligence agencies. While the Indian government has consistently rejected allegations of systemic discrimination, the USCIRF report argues that the RSS and R&AW have been instrumental in fostering an environment of intolerance through their influence on policy and public discourse. The panel’s findings are part of a broader U.S. effort to hold countries accountable for human rights abuses, though India has historically resisted external scrutiny of its internal affairs. The report’s release coincides with a period of heightened diplomatic activity between the two nations, including recent discussions on trade and security. However, the issue of religious freedom remains a contentious point, with the U.S. frequently raising it during bilateral talks.#rashtriya_swayamsevak_sangh #us_commission_on_international_religious_freedom #research_and_analysis_wing #external_affairs_ministry #us_india_relations
