About Author
Arunava Banerjee is a senior sub-editor and media analyst with almost a decade of experience in storytelling. He has successfully navigated the evolving media landscape—from the rigorous demands of traditional newsrooms like The Statesman to the agile environment of emerging new-age platforms. Driven by a blend of curiosity and craft, he is currently exploring the intricate world of U.S. politics and global geopolitical affairs.
Area of Interest
Global politics and emerging international trends
Education
PGD in Journalism; B.A. in English Literature
Latest From Arunava Banerjee
'Absolutely': Hillary Clinton says Trump should testify in Epstein investigation
"Donald Trump has been held civilly liable for sexual assault by a jury of his peers," Clinton said
Spain rebuts White House claim it agreed to assist U.S. military operations after Trump threat
"You can't respond to one illegality with another because that's how humanity's great disasters begin," the Spanish PM had said of the Iran conflict
'Not on Epstein's plane': JB Pritzker rejects allegations after Clinton testimony
"I think that I had my first trip through the man who is now the Governor of Illinois, JB Pritzker, and his wife," Bill Clinton had said
'That is stonewalling': Thom Tillis calls out Kristi Noem's 'failure of leadership' during Senate hearing
Tillis used his time for what he termed a "performance evaluation", reproving Noem for her handling of the department and her past personal conduct
'Too Late': Trump rejects Iran talks as Operation Epic Fury intensifies
"Their air defense, Air Force, Navy, and Leadership is gone," President Trump wrote on Truth Social
FBI probes possible Iran-linked motive in Texas bar shooting that killed 3
The attack claimed the lives of Ryder Harrington, 19; Savitha Shan, 21, a University of Texas student; and Jorge Pederson, 30
'War is Hell': Hegseth defends Iran offensive as US lawmakers clash over 'Operation Epic Fury'
"This is not Iraq. This is not endless. I was there for both. Our generation knows better and so does this President," Hegseth said
'This had to happen': Rubio suggests Israeli plans behind Operation Epic Fury, invites backlash
"We knew that there was going to be an Israeli action, we knew that that would precipitate an attack against American forces," Rubio said
'Donald does not care': President's niece questions Trump's 'curtain' remark as Iran tensions continue
"Donald Trump does not care about the American people, just as he does not care about the Iranian people," Mary Trump said
Jeffrey Epstein was a 'created construct' used for blackmail, security expert claims
"My take on it is that there was a profound public operation going on to the benefit of probably more than one government," Gavin de Becker said
Everything you need to know about Operation Epic Fury and the new Middle East crisis
President Donald Trump has asserted his resolve to "continue at full force until all of our objectives are achieved"
Iran operation ignites MAGA divide as Marjorie Taylor Greene accuses Trump of betraying 'America First'
One of Trump's primary campaign promises was to withdraw American troops from "never-ending pointless foreign wars"
'Golden age' or 'total disaster'? Trump's SOTU speech sets stage for 2026 midterm clash
"Tonight, after just one year, I can say with dignity and pride that we have achieved a transformation like no one has ever seen before," Trump said
Retired US Air Force officer arrested for providing military training to China
Sixty-five-year-old Gerald Eddie Brown Jr. faces federal charges for violating the Arms Export Control Act (AECA)
'Ask him under oath': Hillary Clinton urges House panel to question Trump over Epstein files
"This institutional failure is designed to protect one political party and one public official, rather than to seek truth and justice," Clinton said
Trump says he inherited a 'nation in crisis', claims 'turnaround for the ages' in State of the Union speech
"When I last spoke in this chamber 12 months ago, I had just inherited a nation in crisis, with a stagnant economy," President Trump said
Fact Check: Trump's 2026 State of the Union speech packed with big claims — How do they stack up?
While Trump touted his administration as having achieved a "turnaround for the ages", a lot of his statements were exaggerated or untrue
Trump's 'Stop Insider Trading Act' mention in SOTU speech wins unexpected applause from Elizabeth Warren
Senator Elizabeth Warren rose to her feet and joined a standing ovation when the President called for a ban on congressional stock trading
All eyes on Trump: What to know before the President's State of the Union speech
The centerpiece of the President's address is expected to be a robust defense of his economic agenda
Trump links migrant crime to 2020 'rigged' vote at Angel Families Remembrance Ceremony
"If that election wasn't rigged, every single one of the people in this room right now would not be here," the U.S. President said