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India, China hold 31st WMCC meeting, vow to maintain peace along Line of Actual Control
India and China held their 31st meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination on India-China Border Affairs in Beijing. Representatives from both countries discussed the situation along the Line of Actual Control to narrow differences and resolve outstanding issues. They agreed to maintain peace and tranquility in the border areas, in line with bilateral agreements, as a step to normalise relations.
ITBP gets cadre officer Sanjeev Raina as ADG in rare appointment
Sanjeev Raina, a 1987-batch officer of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), has been appointed as Additional Director General (ADG) in the India-China LAC guarding force. This marks only the second time a non-Indian Police Service (IPS) officer has been elevated to this rank within the ITBP. Previously serving as Inspector General (IG) in Bhopal, Raina, 59, will retire next month after a brief tenure as ADG. His new role will oversee the western command of the ITBP, which manages deployments along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh.
India holds large strike corps exercise in Eastern Ladakh
Sources said Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi is also scheduled to visit the exercise area to monitor the wargames and interact with the troops. India already has close to 50,000 troops in Eastern Ladakh, with units posted at the frontlines to counter Chinese deployments that took place in 2020.
India, China hold talks over Ladakh standoff, review LAC situation
The 30th meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination on India-China Border Affairs (WMCC) focused on resolving the remaining issues along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Both sides agreed to uphold peace and respect for the LAC, aiming for a prompt resolution of outstanding issues to restore normalcy in bilateral relations.
India, China hold constructive talks on LAC standoff
India and China held diplomatic talks in New Delhi on Wednesday to address the ongoing border standoff along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. Conducted under the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination (WMCC) framework, the discussions aimed at finding a resolution to the border issues. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasized the need for peace and respect for the LAC to normalize bilateral relations. Both nations agreed to uphold peace and stability in the border areas and continue the dialogue through established diplomatic and military channels.
US to provide consultancy to India to build advanced UAVs under USD 3 billion 31 Predator drones deal
The USD 3.1 billion drone deal between India and the US includes consultancy for developing an indigenous advanced unmanned aerial vehicle. 31 MQ-9B Predator drones will be distributed among the Navy, Air Force, and Army. The American offer for consultancy is set for discussion at the Defence Acquisition Council meeting under Narendra Modi 3.0, aiming to boost indigenization in defense with significant time savings in drone development.
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Agniveers will be 'very useful' for ITBP: DG
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) Director General Rahul Rasgotra praised Agniveers as valuable additions to the force, noting their disciplined training will benefit the ITBP, which guards the India-China border. In a video message, Rasgotra highlighted the recent amendment allowing Agniveers to join the ITBP with relaxed age and physical standards. The Agnipath scheme, introduced in 2022, recruits young soldiers for four years, with 25% eligible for longer service. This initiative aims to rejuvenate the armed forces, despite ongoing criticism from opposition parties.
EAM Jaishankar stresses need to respect LAC during meeting with Chinese FM
Taking to social media platform X, Jaishankar said, "Met with CPC Politburo member and FM Wang Yi in Vientiane today. Continued our ongoing discussions about our bilateral relationship. The state of the border will necessarily be reflected on the state of our ties."
India and China agree to approach border issues with urgency
Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Laos to resolve border issues following the 2020 clash. They agreed on the importance of completing the disengagement process and ensuring respect for the Line of Actual Control. The state of the border will reflect the overall state of ties between the two countries.
Take nation into confidence on border situation at LAC: Mallikarjun Kharge to government
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge reiterated his party's demand for the government to update the nation on the border situation with China. He citied reports of China's military buildup near Pangong Lake in Ladakh. Kharge criticised the government for alleged inaction, claiming losses of Indian territory and a lack of response to Chinese aggression. The standoff between Indian and Chinese forces in Ladakh since May 2020 remains unresolved despite multiple talks.
Jaishankar, Wang to intensify LAC disengagement efforts
Indian and Chinese foreign ministers meet to discuss achieving complete disengagement in Eastern Ladakh. Efforts to resolve remaining issues along the Line of Actual Control are underway through diplomatic and military discussions.
Jaishankar meets Chinese counterpart; agree to redouble efforts to resolve disputes at LAC
During the SCO summit, Minister of External Affairs Jaishankar met with Chinese counterpart Wang Yi to discuss early resolution of remaining border issues. Both countries agreed to intensify efforts through diplomatic and military channels. The focus remains on respecting the LAC and maintaining peace in the border areas.
EAM Jaishankar meets Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on sidelines of SCO meeting in Astana
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Chinese counterpart Wang Yi at the SCO Heads of State summit in Astana, exchanging views amid ongoing military standoff since 2020. They discussed disengagement along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and regional issues. Jaishankar, leading India's delegation, was welcomed by Kazakhstan's Deputy FM and visited Pushkin Park to honor Mahatma Gandhi. He thanked Kazakhstan for hosting the SCO Summit, emphasizing India's strategic ties and engagement in Central Asia. The summit aims to review SCO's activities and discuss multilateral cooperation and global issues.
Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi to take over as Indian Army Chief on June 30
Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi will become the 30th Chief of the Indian Army, succeeding Gen Manoj Pande, who completed his 26-month tenure. Dwivedi has served as the Northern Army Commander, gaining experience in the military standoff on the Ladakh Frontier. Born on July 1, 1964, he has served in various commands, staff, and foreign appointments.
Five Indian soldiers killed in flash flood near LAC, bodies recovered
Five Indian Army personnel, including a JCO and four jawans, lost their lives during a river crossing exercise in Ladakh. Their T-72 tank was swept away by flash floods near Mandir Morh. All bodies have been recovered. This incident highlights the severe risks soldiers face during training near the Line of Actual Control.
Can India’s Rafale slay China’s ‘Mighty Dragon’ deployed near LAC?
New satellite imagery reveals the deployment of J-20 stealth fighter jets by PLA Air Force near LAC. India seems confident that newly-acquired Rafale fighters and S-400 air defence systems can effectively thwart any Chinese threats
Normalisation of our ties with China must be based on mutual respect, mutual interest, mutual sensitivity: India
India has expressed gratitude to China for congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his election victory and pledged to continue efforts towards normalizing bilateral ties based on mutual respect, mutual interest, and mutual sensitivity. The External Affairs Ministry spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, stated that peace and tranquillity along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) are key for normalizing overall ties.
Deployment of force at LAC with China now abnormal: S Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar discussed the abnormal deployment of forces at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China, response to the Galwan clash, Rajiv Gandhi's visit to China in 1988, the impact of COVID lockdown, and concerns about Indian business dependency on China at an event organized by the Indian Chamber of Commerce.
Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande reviews security situation along LAC in Ladakh
General Manoj Pande, the Chief of Army Staff, conducted a thorough assessment of security along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh. He received a detailed briefing on combat readiness at the Fire and Fury Corps headquarters in Leh. The COAS praised the officers and troops for their professionalism and commitment. Meanwhile, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan chaired the Parivartan Chintan 2.0 meeting to discuss reforms for achieving jointness integration and ensuring territorial integrity and national sovereignty.
Upward trajectory of India-US ties not impacted at all: EAM Jaishankar on Pannun case
The upward trajectory of India-US relations has not been impacted at all by allegations of an Indian link to a foiled assassination plot, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said. In November, the US charged an Indian national of conspiring to murder Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in New York.
Important for India to have stable leadership as world will witness very stormy churn: EAM Jaishankar
India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, has warned that the world will face a "very, very stormy" churn due to conflicts, power shifts, and sharpening competition in the coming decade. Jaishankar, a former ambassador to China and the United States, highlighted the declining influence of the United States, the conflict in Ukraine, the fighting in Gaza, attacks in the Red Sea, tensions in the South China Sea, the challenge of terrorism in different geographies, and the advent of new technologies as the drivers of the "churn".
Important for India to have stable leadership as world will witness stormy churn: EAM Jaishankar
In an exclusive interview, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar warned of a turbulent global landscape in the coming decade, citing conflicts, power shifts, and heightened competition. He emphasized the need for India to have stable leadership amidst various challenges such as declining US influence, conflicts in different regions, and the impact of new technologies.
'Interview with the Vampire' Season 2: Release date, where to watch, trailer and more
'Interview with the Vampire' Season 2 will depict how the relationship between Louis and Lestat gets complicated with the arrival of the teenager Claudia. They are shown in a new life, but the old memories continue to haunt them.
China winning LAC infra war against India? Here's what latest reports indicate
China is going big on cranking up military infra along the Line of Actual Control, recent intel inputs and satellite images have shown. PLA has also augmented their positions and deployed more fighter planes in India-facing military air bases.
India-China hold 29th round of diplomatic talks, discuss disengagement in border areas
India and China discussed LAC disengagement in the 29th WMCC meeting, emphasizing peace under bilateral agreements. China reiterated its claim over Arunachal Pradesh, calling it 'Zangnan'.
Our preparedness levels of very high order: Gen Pande on eastern Ladakh situation
Indian Army Chief General Manoj Pande assures high preparedness levels amidst the Ladakh border row with China, emphasizing talks as the key to resolving issues. He highlights the Army's readiness along the border, with robust deployments and reserves. General Pande mentions ongoing military and diplomatic talks with China and focuses on capability development and infrastructure. He also discusses the Army's role in Jammu and Kashmir, the Agnipath scheme, and women's increasing roles. Regarding Manipur, he acknowledges challenges but praises the Army's proactive efforts in controlling violence.
Here's how India is helping its soldiers keep warm along the LAC
India is strengthening its border defenses with high-tech bunkers along the India-China border. These bunkers can accommodate 120 troops and provide protection in sub-zero temperatures. Equipped with solar-powered air conditioning and sleeping quarters, they aim to improve comfort and readiness for soldiers. India shares a 3,488-kilometer disputed border with China, and the bunkers are part of a broader effort to enhance border infrastructure, including roads and railways. The initiative follows China's infrastructure development along its border with India.
Situation along LAC stable but sensitive, deployment extremely robust: Gen Pande
Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande emphasizes stable but sensitive LAC situation, stressing close monitoring and balanced troop deployment. Reflecting on conflicts, he highlights the importance of self-reliance and leveraging technology for future preparedness.
Looking at dealing with long-term challenges: CDS Gen Chauhan on China
Gen Chauhan said a multi-agency, transnational, and inter-disciplinary effort is required to fight information warfare. He also spoke about the threat of grey zone warfares and cited examples of the situation in the South China Sea.
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