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Aniruddha Dhar is a senior journalist currently serving as a Senior Assistant Editor and Head of the Digital Global Desk at The Indian Express. With over 14 years of experience in Indian media, he is a recognised authority around news on international relations, defence strategy, and the shifting geopolitical landscape of South Asia.
Recipient of the Digital Journalist of the Year (2023–24) award at HT Digital, Aniruddha combines rigorous traditional editorial standards with high-performance digital strategy.
In his role heading the Digital Global Desk, Aniruddha oversees the strategic direction, curation, and verification of international news for one of India’s most respected media houses. He leads a team dedicated to decoding complex global shifts, ensuring that readers receive nuanced, fact-based reporting on:
South Asian geopolitics: Specialised expertise in India’s neighbourhood, with deep coverage of political transitions in Bangladesh, regional security, and diplomatic manoeuvres.
Defence and national security: In-depth analysis of global defence acquisitions, border strategy, and India’s strategic autonomy.
International policy: Translating dense global policy and multilateral agreements into accessible, high-impact stories for a digital-first audience.
Aniruddha’s career is built on a foundation of frontline reporting across multiple general election cycles, government transitions, and major international summits. Before his tenure at The Indian Express, he held key editorial positions at Hindustan Times and Outlook India, building a formidable body of work that bridges immediate breaking news with long-term analytical depth.
June 12, 2026 20:06 IST
Trump accused Iran of distorting US-Iran deal terms and condemned what he described as a drone attack on Indian-linked vessels near Hormuz.
Fri, Jun 12, 2026June 12, 2026 10:10 IST
US president says in online post he reserves ‘ultimate alternative’ if Tehran refuses to sign agreement.
Mon, Jun 15, 2026May 30, 2026 13:39 IST
At Shangri-La Dialogue, Hegseth said India is "modernising its military to carry its share of the security burden".
Sun, May 31, 2026May 30, 2026 09:52 IST
Iran-US War News Today Highlights: Iran's parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Iran will not accept any agreement with the United States unless it delivers tangible results and guarantees for the Iranian people.
Mon, Jun 01, 2026May 23, 2026 17:54 IST
Field Marshal Asim Munir met Iran's Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi — his second Tehran trip in five weeks.
Sat, May 23, 2026May 11, 2026 10:51 IST
Iran US War News Live Updates: Two protesters were removed from a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing Hegseth testified before lawmakers on military funding and the rising costs of the ongoing Iran war.
Wed, May 13, 2026May 09, 2026 09:50 IST
Iran-US-Israel War News Highlights: With Trump due to begin a long-awaited visit to China next week, there has been mounting pressure to draw a line under the conflict, which has thrown energy markets into turmoil and posed a growing threat to the world economy.
Mon, May 11, 2026May 07, 2026 08:50 IST
Iran-US-Israel War Today News Highlights: The US military carried out more airstrikes on Friday and hit several empty tankers attempting to break the blockade on Iran.
Sat, May 09, 2026May 05, 2026 10:15 IST
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said, " If Iran agrees, Epic Fury will be at an end, and highly effective blockade will allow Hormuz Strait to be open to all, including Iran."
Thu, May 07, 2026May 01, 2026 08:55 IST
Iran-US-Israel War Ceasefire News Highlights: Israel's military on Saturday issued a new warning for residents of nine southern villages to evacuate.
Sun, May 03, 2026April 29, 2026 05:44 IST
US Iran War News Today Highlights: White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said, "We've been in constant communication with the oil companies, and have been considering measures that we could take here in the U.S. to increase U.S. production really soon.
Fri, May 01, 2026April 25, 2026 21:45 IST
On Day 57 of the Iran conflict, the move underscores the uncertainty around diplomacy, as Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi left Islamabad without meeting US officials,
Sat, Apr 25, 2026April 25, 2026 07:24 IST
US-Israel-Iran War Ceasefire Today News Highlights: His visit comes after his meeting with Sultan of Oman amid stalled negotiations and continued mediation attempts involving Pakistan and other regional players to revive talks and stabilise the situation.
Mon, Apr 27, 2026April 23, 2026 11:56 IST
Iran, US, Israel War Ceasefire News Today Highlights: US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will travel to Pakistan on Saturday morning for talks with Pakistan, White House says.
Sat, Apr 25, 2026April 21, 2026 09:07 IST
US Iran Israel War Ceasefire Peace Talks Highlights: "Lebanon will demand an extension for a cease-fire by one month or more," a source told CNN.
Thu, Apr 23, 2026April 17, 2026 08:59 IST
US Iran Israel War News Today Highlights: Iran says it will not open the Strait of Hormuz unless the US stops blockading its ports.
Sun, Apr 19, 2026April 16, 2026 19:44 IST
Pete Hegseth said the US would maintain its naval blockade of Iran "for as long as it takes" and keep open the option of renewed airstrikes on Iranian infrastructure, power and energy installations.
Thu, Apr 16, 2026April 15, 2026 09:43 IST
Iran-US-Israel War Today News Highlights: US President Donald Trump said he will be inviting Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanon President Joseph Aoun to White House.
Fri, Apr 17, 2026April 13, 2026 10:06 IST
US-Iran Talks Latest Update: US President Donald Trump told Fox News in an interview that the war on Iran is 'close to over', while Israel and Lebanon agree to take talks further.
Wed, Apr 15, 2026April 11, 2026 19:09 IST
US Vice President JD Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi for about two hours.
Sun, Apr 12, 2026April 11, 2026 06:46 IST
Iran, US, Israel War Ceasefire Peace Talks In Islamabad Highlights: US and Iranian delegations fail to reach common ground after 21 hours of negotiations, with both sides blaming the other for 'unreasonable demands'.
Mon, Apr 13, 2026April 09, 2026 09:09 IST
Iran-US-Israel Ceasefire Talks Today News Live Updates: Trump's comments came hours after US Vice President J D Vance left for Islamabad where talks between US and Iran are supposed to take place.
Fri, Apr 17, 2026April 07, 2026 10:52 IST
Iran-US-Israel War Ceasefire Today News Updates: A two-week ceasefire was agreed upon by Iran and the US earlier today and the talks are expected to take place in Islamabad.
Thu, Apr 09, 2026April 04, 2026 17:42 IST
One fighter jet was shot down in Iran, officials said. A US crew member from that plane was rescued, but a second was missing, and a US military search-and-rescue operation was underway.
Sat, Apr 04, 2026April 03, 2026 16:08 IST
US Army Chief of Staff General Randy George himself was informed during a phone call from Hegseth while he was in a meeting, a US official told the network.
Fri, Apr 03, 2026
