Pakistan's weapons splurge after Op Sindoor, China spy tactics, India's prep: Shishir Gupta explains

Is Pakistan emerging as a stronger military challenge after Operation Sindoor? On Point Blank, HT Executive Editor Shishir Gupta joins Aayesha Varma to examine Pakistan’s military modernisation under Asim Munir, its relationships with China and the United States, and India’s response. Gupta discusses claims of a potential Chinese J-20 fighter acquisition, longer-range missiles, drones and submarines, while arguing that India retains the military edge. He also explains why counterintelligence and information warfare matter alongside conventional weapons.