Anbarasan Etirajan

Peter Bowes, BBC North America correspondent, dives into Zohran Mamdani's landmark win as New York’s first Muslim and youngest mayor, highlighting his bold plans to tax millionaires for social programs. Anbarasan Ettarajan sheds light on the UN's suspension of operations at the Afghanistan-Iran border due to Taliban restrictions on women aid workers, revealing the humanitarian fallout. Lastly, Simon Cooper discusses the cultural significance of Parisian cemeteries and the city's new lottery for burial plots, blending history with modern desires.

Anbarasan Ethirajan, the South Asia Regional Editor for BBC News, dives into pressing geopolitical issues in South Asia. He discusses the potential youth visa scheme amidst UK-EU negotiations, shedding light on the intricacies of post-Brexit relations. The conversation heats up as tensions rise between India and Pakistan following a deadly attack in Kashmir, exploring the impact of history and misinformation on the volatile region. Ethirajan offers keen insights into how these dynamics affect public perception and future diplomacy.

In this enlightening discussion, Andrew Whitehead, a former BBC India correspondent and Kashmir expert, alongside Anbarasan Ethirajan, BBC South Asia Regional Editor, dives into the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following a recent militant attack that killed 26 civilians. They unpack the historical context of the Kashmir conflict and examine India's military response to the attack. The guests also highlight the intricate political dynamics and potential for further escalation, raising critical questions about the future of peace in the region.