War Pakistan

In recent years, Pakistan has changed from being a state of regional strategic significance to one of major global importance. Its geographical position and delicate religious mix, coupled with a complex political structure and its status as a nuclear power, have ensured that its actions - and inactions - have attracted close scrutiny since 9/11 and the declaration of the "War on Terror". Yet there remains widespread disagreement among political and military analysts as to the real position of this enigmatic nation.

Mano Majra is a place, Khushwant Singh tells us at the beginning of this classic novel, where Sikhs and Muslims have lived together in peace for hundreds of years. Then one day, at the end of the summer, the 'ghost train' arrives, a silent, incredible funeral train loaded with the bodies of...

Follow along a Navy SEAL's firsthand account of American heroism during a secret military operation in Afghanistan in this true story of survival and difficult choices. On a clear night in late June 2005, four U.S. Navy SEALs left their base in northern Afghanistan for the mountainous Pakistani...

"Bangladesh: A Political History" offers a captivating story of Bangladesh's past, present, and future. From its ancient origins along the fertile river valleys to its modern-day challenges and aspirations, this concise yet comprehensive exploration provides insights into the diverse cultures, socio-economic dynamics, and geopolitical significance of this vibrant nation. Through meticulous research and engaging narrative, the book sheds light on key historical milestones, cultural contributions, and contemporary issues, offering readers a deeper understanding of Bangladesh's enduring spirit...

In this “extraordinarily brave and entertaining book” (Sonia Purnell, New York Times–bestselling author of A Woman of No Importance), the bestselling coauthor of Argo tells her riveting, courageous story of being a female spy at the height of the Cold War Jonna Mendez began her CIA career...

Winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award for Nonfiction Nominated for the National Book Award for Nonfiction From the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Ghost Wars and The Achilles Trap, the epic and enthralling story of America's intelligence, military, and diplomatic efforts to...

As Khushwant Singh wrote in the preface to the hardbound edition published in 1990 of this true account of Mohanlal Bhaskar's mission to find out about Pakistan's nuclear plans: 'He was betrayed by one of his colleagues, presumbly a double agent, and had to face the music on his own. The interrogation, which was done by the army and police, included torture of the worst kind imaginable. Many of his comrades went insane or ended their own lives.'

The year 1971 exists everywhere in Bangladesh-on its roads, in sculptures, in its museums and oral history projects, in its curriculum, in people's homes and their stories, and in political discourse. It marks the birth of the nation, it's liberation. More than 1000 miles away, in Pakistan too...

FOR FANS OF ALL THE LIGHT WE CANNOT SEE, A LUSH, SWEEPING LOVE STORY ABOUT A HINDU PERFUMER AND A MUSLIM CALLIGRAPHER, SET AGAINST THE BACKDROP OF PARTITION "Narrator Deepti Gupta captures the deep emotional connection between the two young people, making listeners feel hopeful that, in some way...

Terrorists obtain a nuclear bomb ...and it’s heading for America. Green Beret operative George Ferrar faces his nemesis in a dark cave in Afghanistan…then learns that a loose nuke is heading to America's heartland. But who will believe him? Everybody from the CIA to the FBI to Congress thinks he has turned against America. Ferrar is resourceful, knowledgeable, and deadly, but must take his game to a whole new level to stay alive, track down the bomb, and save the nation. He races against time as the bomb slips through the hands of numerous countries, from Pakistan to Bahrain to Canada ...

The Taliban movement’s lightning recapture of Afghanistan after a twenty-year American occupation confirmed its place as one of the world’s most consequential insurgent groups as well as Islamist political actors. Yet to this day the Taliban remain one of the world’s least understood regimes, their ultraconservative rule and military prowess coexisting with a demonstrated respect for justice under an unusual interpretation of Islamic law. In this book, the first of its kind in the English language to address the movement’s history as both a governing and insurgent group, Ibrahim ...

"Things We Lost in the Fire: The Epic Story of The War on Terror: Belief, Trust, And Betrayal of Pakistan By the US Leading NATO" by Ali Muattar is a gripping and comprehensive account that delves into the complex dynamics of the War on Terror, mainly focusing on the relationship between Pakistan and the United States, as well as the impact on the region as a whole. Through meticulous research, firsthand accounts, and in-depth analysis, Muattar uncovers the intricate web of belief, trust, and betrayal that shaped this tumultuous historical period. In "Things We Lost in the Fire," Muattar ...

Enter a world where decisions are made in silence—and consequences echo across nations. Covert Operations – Pakistan is not a conventional history book. It is a high-stakes immersion into the hidden machinery of power, where intelligence agencies, nuclear deterrence, and shadow wars collide in a constant struggle for survival. From the birth of Pakistan in chaos to the rise of one of the world’s most complex intelligence systems, this book takes you inside the decision rooms where nothing is certain and every move carries irreversible consequences. Through gripping, narrative-driven ...

Bangladesh emerged as an independent state after a nine-month long bloody civil war when Pakistan military forces surrendered on December 16, 1971 to joint Bangladesh-Indian forces. The economy of Bangladesh has grown at an average of about six percent over the last two decades. But the system of government remains an illiberal democracy where opposition parties have very little voice for a participative and inclusive democracy. Is Bangladesh doomed for failure? After all, with the trials of the war crimes committed during the months of liberation war of 1971 and the public reaction to the ...

Follow along a Navy SEAL's firsthand account of American heroism during a secret military operation in Afghanistan in this true story of survival and difficult choices. On a clear night in late June 2005, four U.S. Navy SEALs left their base in northern Afghanistan for the mountainous Pakistani...

Forged during the tumultuous aftermath of Partition in 1947, the Inter-Services Intelligence Directorate (ISI) has grown to become the preeminent intelligence service in Pakistan. Its capabilities are comprehensive, its remit covers both foreign and domestic intelligence, and it is one of the most feared and respected agencies of the Global South. Pakistan's ISI provides an up-to-date and detailed introduction to the ISI and its historical evolution.

On April 27, 1857, eighty-five soldiers of a Bengal regiment of British East India Company, posted in Meerut, disobeyed the command of their senior British officer, to use the new cartridges for newly introduced Enfield rifles, allegedly encased in cow and pig grease. Harsh punishment meted out to the disobedient soldiers, and that too in front of their colleagues, resulted in the mutiny of several regiments and ultimately became a general uprising of the Indian people. It was ruthlessly quelled by the British with the help of their superior technology and support of local elites. However, ...

Power in South Asia is not decided in open war—it is shaped in silence. Covert Operations – India takes you inside a relentless intelligence battlefield where regional power, covert strategy, and geopolitical pressure collide across one of the most volatile regions in the world. Beneath India’s image as a rising global power lies a continuous shadow war driven by rivalries with Pakistan and China, internal security challenges, and the constant need to anticipate threats before they materialize. This is not a traditional history book. It is an operational narrative that places you ...

A bold, intelligent collection of short stories where truth bends, secrets linger, and nothing is quite what it seems. A dazzling collection of twenty-five short stories that move effortlessly between truth and legend, realism and imagination. Blending literary fiction with speculative and espionage-tinged intrigue, these stories refuse to behave—leaning into mischief, flirting with danger, and unsettling the familiar. Some stories crackle with absurdity and wit, exposing the ridiculousness of ambition, vanity, and power. Here, mischief is never accidental; it becomes a tool—a blade—...

"Courage, diplomacy, and narrative power unite." – Times of India In the shadow of a brutal terrorist attack, India struck back with a vengeance that shook the world. The Fire of Sindoor unveils the electrifying true story of Operation Sindoor—a daring 2025 surgical strike that obliterated terrorist strongholds across Pakistan and PoJK, targeting the sinister heart of Jaish-e Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba. From the smoldering grief of Pahalgam to the high-stakes war rooms of New Delhi, this gripping nonfiction chronicle reveals the courage, strategy, and audacity behind a mission that ...