Darknet Diaries Ep 51: The Indo-Pak Conflict
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Nov 12, 2019 Explore the intense and complex history of Kashmir as a battleground between India and Pakistan. Hear how tensions spill over into the digital realm, with hackers engaging in cyber warfare as a form of protest. Discover the emotional rallying among Indian hackers following tragic events, and how they target rival websites to tell their own narrative. The episode delves into the risks associated with hacking critical infrastructure and shares personal stories from the region, urging a call for peace amidst ongoing conflict.
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Podcast Ban in India
- Darknet Diaries was temporarily banned in India due to Apple Podcast's restrictions on explicit content.
- Indian listeners primarily used Instagram to communicate, highlighting regional social media preferences.
Kashmir's Contested History
- Kashmir, a region between India, Pakistan, and China, has a complex history of conflict and territorial disputes.
- The region's history includes wars, changing rulers, and unclear borders, causing ongoing tension.
2019 Pulwama Attack
- In 2019, a suicide car bomber attacked Indian paramilitary forces in Pulwama, Kashmir, killing 40 soldiers.
- Jaish-e-Mohammed, a Pakistan-aligned jihadist group, claimed responsibility, escalating tensions.