@joel_jantsen, I would say let the dust settle a bit and let theymos decide how to proceed based on the hack investigations.
I doubt it is not just a hack but Indian forum lacks strong moderation in general.I had brought up the issue a few months back as well (unfortunately I couldn't find the thread)
If theymos is actually looking for a moderator for the Indian Sub-board, then I would like to apply for the same.
I am an Indian and I browse through the Indian board now-and-then and report spammy posts as soon as I encounter one.
The fact that you are appointing yourself doesn't seem very reliable.Don't get me wrong but you should have the other moderators/established members feel the same about you.And by established members I don't mean the accounts you suck up to. (not directed towards you but there are cases where established members will only promote accounts they're "good friends" with and not someone actually deserving )