New Delhi, Sep 05: India's spirited and tactically sound responses to the Chinee aggression to unilaterally change status quo along the Line of Actual Control "has left China stuck in a quicksand of its own making that it can neither extricate itself easily from nor remain stuck in for too long," according to a Europe-based think tank.
Two others, who were in the group, managed to escape and informed police, PTI news agency reported.
Sep 5, 2020 9:44 PM
The alleged incident occurred on Friday in Nacho area of the district, their families said.
Sep 5, 2020 9:44 PM
Arunachal Pradesh police has launched a probe following reports that five people, who had gone hunting in a forest in Upper Subansiri district on the Sino-India border, were allegedly kidnapped by the Chinese military, a senior official said on Saturday.
Sep 5, 2020 9:42 PM
"Causes and truth of the current tension on the China-India border are clear, and the responsibility entirely lies with India. China cannot lose an inch of its territory, and its armed forces are fully determined, capable and confident in safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity," the Chinese said in their statement.
Sep 5, 2020 9:42 PM
India is "entirely" responsible for the border stand-off in Ladakh and China will not lose "an inch of its territory", the Chinese government claimed Saturday morning, blaming India for escalating tension along the LAC (Line of Actual Control), which serves as the de factor border between the two countries.
Sep 5, 2020 9:42 PM
India is "entirely" responsible for the border stand-off in Ladakh and China will not lose "an inch of its territory", the Chinese government claimed Saturday morning, blaming India for escalating tension along the LAC (Line of Actual Control), which serves as the de factor border between the two countries.
Sep 5, 2020 3:56 PM
Five boys have been abducted by China's People's Liberation Army from the Upper Subansiri area. Doing something like this while Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is in Russia meeting his Chinese counterpart, sends a very wrong message to the people here. Arunachal Pradesh is a very special part of our country where people are welcomed with 'Jai Hind' and slogans praising Bharat Mata," Ering said in a self-made video.
Sep 5, 2020 3:29 PM
China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) has abducted five boys from Upper Subansiri's Nacho region in Arunachal Pradesh, Congress MLA Ninong Ering claimed on Saturday and appealed to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to ensure their 'safe return'.
Sep 5, 2020 2:48 PM
In the first highest level face-to-face contact between the two sides after border tension erupted in eastern Ladakh in early May, Singh and Wei met for two hours and 20 minutes in Moscow on Friday evening on the sidelines of a meeting of the defence ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation(SCO).
Sep 5, 2020 2:13 PM
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has clearly conveyed to his Chinese counterpart Gen. Wei Fenghe that China must strictly respect the Line of Actual Control(LAC) and not make attempts to unilaterally change its status quo, asserting India is determined to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity, officials said on Saturday.
Sep 5, 2020 1:57 PM
Indian Army rescued 3 Chinese nationals who lost their way in North Sikkim's plateau area at 17,500 ft altitude on 3 Sept and provided medical assistance incl oxygen, food and warm clothes.
Sep 5, 2020 1:31 PM
At talks with Chinese Defence Minister, Rajnath objected to aggressive behaviour and amassing of troops at border by China's PLA: Indian officials
Sep 5, 2020 1:20 PM
He conveyed that the two sides should continue their discussions, including through diplomatic and military channels, to ensure complete disengagement and de-escalation and full restoration of peace and tranquillity along the LAC at the earliest.
Sep 5, 2020 1:17 PM
The defence minister advised that it was important therefore that Chinese side should work with the Indian side for complete disengagement at the earliest from all friction areas including Pangong Lake as well as de-escalation in border areas in accordance with the bilateral agreements & protocols.
Sep 5, 2020 1:02 PM
Rajnath stated clearly that while the Indian troops had always taken a very responsible approach towards border management, but at the same time there should also be no doubt about our determination to protect India’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Sep 5, 2020 12:52 PM
Rajnath Singh stated clearly that while the Indian troops had always taken a very responsible approach towards border management, but at the same time there should also be no doubt about our determination to protect India’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Sep 5, 2020 12:21 PM
Rajnath emphasised that the actions of the Chinese troops, including amassing of large number of troops, their aggressive behaviour and attempts to unilaterally alter the status quo were in violation of the bilateral agreements.
Sep 5, 2020 12:18 PM
Defence minister Rajnath Singh categorically conveyed India’s position on the developments along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) including in the Galwan valley in the Western Sector of the India-China Border Areas in the last few months during the talks with Gen Wei Fenghe.
Sep 5, 2020 12:11 PM
Chinese Defense Minister Wei Fenghe expresses China’s firm determination to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Sep 5, 2020 12:01 PM
Sources said the Indian delegation strongly objected to Chinese army's fresh attempts to change the status quo in the southern bank of Pangong lake in eastern Ladakh and insisted on a resolution of the standoff through talks.
Sep 5, 2020 11:51 AM
Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar and Indian Ambassador to Russia D B Venkatesh Varma were part of the Indian delegation.
Sep 5, 2020 11:25 AM
The focus of the talks that lasted nearly two and a half hours was on ways to resolve the prolonged border standoff, sources said.
Sep 5, 2020 11:08 AM
Wei Fenghe in Moscow, in the first highest-level face-to-face contact between the two sides after the border row erupted in Ladakh in early May.
Sep 5, 2020 10:53 AM
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday pushed for the restoration of status quo ante at all friction points in eastern Ladakh during talks with his Chinese counterpart Gen.
Sep 5, 2020 10:34 AM
PLA's action has sent a very wrong message: Congress MLA Ninong Ering
Sep 5, 2020 10:20 AM
China's PLA (People's Liberation Army) has abducted 5 boys from Nacho, Upper Subansiri in Arunachal Pradesh. This has happened at a time when Rajanath Singh is meeting defence ministers of Russia & China.
Sep 5, 2020 10:16 AM
“The LAC situation one of the most serious challenges we have faced in many years. The magnitude of the crisis is huge given that we had not lost lives in 40 years. As far as we are concerned, there will be no compromise in our sovereignty and territorial integrity. At the same time, as a responsible nation, we are always willing to talk. Our communication lines are open,” Shringla said.
Sep 5, 2020 10:04 AM
The situation on the LAC between India and China was “unprecedented" and it could not be "business as usual”, foreign secretary Harsh Shringla said while addressing a webinar at the Indian Council for World Affairs (ICWA).
Sep 5, 2020 9:51 AM
The situation on the LAC between India and China was “unprecedented" and it could not be "business as usual”, foreign secretary Harsh Shringla said while addressing a webinar at the Indian Council for World Affairs (ICWA).
Sep 5, 2020 9:42 AM
Asserting that the situation along the India-China border has been "very nasty” and the Chinese are "going at it" much more strongly, US President Donald Trump said he would love to get involved and help.
Sep 5, 2020 9:06 AM
I hope not. But, they are certainly going at it much more strongly than a lot of people even understand: US President Donald Trump on being asked if China is bullying India
Sep 5, 2020 8:48 AM
Asserting that the situation along the India-China border has been "very nasty” and the Chinese are "going at it" much more strongly, US President Donald Trump said he would love to get involved and help.
Sep 5, 2020 8:31 AM
The situation on the LAC between India and China was “unprecedented" and it could not be "business as usual”, foreign secretary Harsh Shringla said while addressing a webinar at the Indian Council for World Affairs (ICWA).
Sep 4, 2020 10:20 PM
Will you ask Chinese defence minister to vacate Indian territory they've occupied? Owaisi asks Rajnath Singh
Sep 4, 2020 10:19 PM
Rajnath Singh is on a three-day visit to Moscow to attend the meeting of the defence ministers of the eight-member Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) grouping.
Sep 4, 2020 9:46 PM
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meeting the Chinese Defence Minister, General Fenghe in Moscow: Office of the Defence Minister
Sep 4, 2020 9:39 PM
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is expected to meet the Chinese Defence Minister, General Wei Fenghe in a short while from now: Office of the Defence Minister
Sep 4, 2020 8:42 PM
Chinese Defence Minister is scheduled to meet Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Moscow at 9.30 IST tonight
Sep 4, 2020 8:40 PM
DG Indo-Tibetan Border Police SS Deswal awards DG Commendation Rolls & Discs to soldiers for their gallant actions during faceoffs & border skirmishes in border areas that took place in May & June in Eastern Ladakh.
Sep 4, 2020 7:44 PM
Our businesses can't go as usual, unless there's peace in our border areas. Normal bilateral relationship will be affected. There is a linkage b/w what's happening on border & in our larger relationship. It is evident, he further says
Sep 4, 2020 7:41 PM
As far as we are concerned, there will be no compromise in our sovereignty & territorial integrity. At the same time, as a responsible nation, we are always willing to talk. Our communication lines are open, he adds.
Sep 4, 2020 7:40 PM
It is an unprecedented situation; we have never had this kind of situation since 1962. We have lost for the first time, lives of soldiers which has not happened in the last 40 years: Foreign Secretary Harsh V Shringla on India China border issue
Sep 4, 2020 4:13 PM
“We have been continuous engaging with China at both the military and diplomatic levels. We are confident that we will be able to ensure that the status quo does not change and we will be able to safeguard our interests,” Army chief MM Naravane told reporters.
Sep 4, 2020 3:43 PM
Hu Xijin said on his official account on Twitter that arrangements for such a meeting between China's Wei Fenghe and India's Rajnath Singh "has made progress", without citing sources.
Sep 4, 2020 3:19 PM
"We are sure that the problem can be resolved fully through talks," Naravane told reporters.
Sep 4, 2020 3:18 PM
"We are sure that the problem can be resolved fully through talks," Naravane told reporters.
Sep 4, 2020 2:56 PM
"After reaching Leh yesterday, I went to different places and talked to officers and JCOs (Junior Commissioned Officers). I reviewed the situation. The morale of jawans are very high and they are ready to face any challenges. I can say that our jawans are the best," Naravane said.
Sep 4, 2020 2:34 PM
Naravane, who arrived in Ladakh on Thursday said the morale of the jawans are high and they are ready to face any challenge.
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Sep 4, 2020 2:15 PM
Army Chief MM Naravane, who is visiting Leh to review the ongoing border tension with China, on Friday said the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) is "serious" and added the precautionary steps taken by the Indian Army will help in maintaining the situation.
Sep 4, 2020 2:03 PM
For the last 2-3 months, the situation has been tensed but we have continuously been engaging with China both at the military and diplomatic level: Naravane
Sep 4, 2020 1:59 PM
We are very sure that through this medium of talks, we will resolve whatever difference we have. We will ensure that status quo is not changed and we are able to safeguard our interests: Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane on the current situation at LAC.
Sep 4, 2020 1:45 PM
The jawans are highly motivated. Their morale is high and they're fully prepared to deal with any situation that may arise, says Army chief
Sep 4, 2020 1:25 PM
The situation along LAC is slightly tensed. Keeping in view of the situation, we have taken precautionary deployment for our own safety &and security, so that our security and integrity remain safeguarded: Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane
Sep 4, 2020 1:00 PM
Defence minister Rajnath Singh appreciated steadfast support provided by Russia, consistent with India's defence and security needs and in this context, particularly noted the timely manner in which Russia had responded to requests for procurement of particular weapon systems: Ministry of Defence
Sep 4, 2020 12:43 PM
Raksha Mantri noted that these exercises demonstrated common interests of both countries in maritime security in Indian Ocean Region: Defence Ministry
Sep 4, 2020 11:59 AM
The meeting coincides with Indra Naval Exercises to be conducted by Indian & Russia navies off the Straits of Malacca over the next 2 days.
Sep 4, 2020 11:48 AM
Amid anger in Beijing over Indian Army occupying strategic heights in the Ladakh region, defence minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday refrained from committing himself to a meeting sought by his Chinese counterpart General Wei Fenghe on the sidelines of the meeting of defence ministers of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in Moscow.
Sep 4, 2020 11:22 AM
While holding China responsible for the deteriorating border situation, the MEA said Thursday the way forward was to hold negotiations "sincerely" and that India remained committed to resolving the issue peacefully through dialogue.
Sep 4, 2020 11:09 AM
A war of words ensued on Thursday between India and China following the ban on more Chinese mobile apps with Beijing accusing India of violating legal interests of Chinese investors and also suggesting that India may be acting in tandem with the US on the issue.
Sep 4, 2020 11:03 AM
The Indian armed forces are capable of suitably dealing with China’s aggressive actions along the Line of Actual Control, chief of defence staff General Bipin Rawat said on Thursday, while sternly warning Pakistan against trying to take advantage of the ongoing troop confrontation in eastern Ladakh.
Sep 4, 2020 10:52 AM
Amid anger in Beijing over Indian Army occupying strategic heights in the Ladakh region, defence minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday refrained from committing himself to a meeting sought by his Chinese counterpart General Wei Fenghe on the sidelines of the meeting of defence ministers of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in Moscow.
Sep 4, 2020 10:33 AM
Confirming that he would meet his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Moscow on September 10, foreign minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said the solution to the current India-China crisis “has to be found in the domain of diplomacy”.
Sep 4, 2020 9:56 AM
The Indian armed forces are capable of suitably dealing with China’s aggressive actions along the LAC, chief of defence staff General Bipin Rawat said on Thursday, while sternly warning Pakistan against trying to take advantage of the ongoing troop confrontation in eastern Ladakh.
Sep 4, 2020 9:42 AM
An expected war of words ensued Thursday between India and China following a ban on more Chinese mobile apps with Beijing accusing India of violating legal interests of Chinese investors and also suggesting that India may be acting in tandem with the US on the issue.
Sep 4, 2020 8:49 AM
I am totally convinced that a solution has to be found in domain of diplomacy: EAM Jaishankar on India-China border row
Sep 4, 2020 8:35 AM
An expected war of words ensued Thursday between India and China following a ban on more Chinese mobile apps with Beijing accusing India of violating legal interests of Chinese investors and also suggesting that India may be acting in tandem with the US on the issue.
Sep 3, 2020 11:09 PM
Asked whether Jaishankar will meet his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, Srivstava said, "Once his engagements are finalised we will let you know."
Sep 3, 2020 11:09 PM
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will travel to Moscow to attend a meeting of foreign ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) on September 10, it was officially announced on Thursday.
Sep 3, 2020 8:56 PM
Ji said China favours a “fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable solution through peaceful and friendly consultations”. The two sides have been in talks at various levels to seek a peaceful settlement of the boundary issue, she said.
Sep 3, 2020 8:56 PM
Ji said China favours a “fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable solution through peaceful and friendly consultations”. The two sides have been in talks at various levels to seek a peaceful settlement of the boundary issue, she said.
Sep 3, 2020 8:53 PM
Ji said China favours a “fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable solution through peaceful and friendly consultations”. The two sides have been in talks at various levels to seek a peaceful settlement of the boundary issue, she said.
Sep 3, 2020 8:53 PM
Ji said China favours a “fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable solution through peaceful and friendly consultations”. The two sides have been in talks at various levels to seek a peaceful settlement of the boundary issue, she said.
Sep 3, 2020 8:05 PM
We firmly oppose China-related false remarks from US senior official,urge US to respect facts,stop smearing&spreading rumors.China&India have ability&wisdom to handle relations properly.We don't accept others meddling or making instigation:Spokesperson of Chinese Embassy in India
Sep 3, 2020 8:02 PM
For a period of time, the two sides have been in touch and in talks at various levels to seek peaceful settlement of the boundary issue: Ji Rong, Spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in India.
Sep 3, 2020 7:58 PM
Regarding the China-India boundary issue, China always advocates finding a fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable solution through peaceful and friendly consultations: Ji Rong, Spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in India
Sep 3, 2020 7:38 PM
Brigadier level talks between India and China on Thursday remained inconclusive over Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) troops' fresh incursion attempts into India territory.
Sep 3, 2020 6:33 PM
We want peace and tranquillity across our borders. Off late, we have been seeing some aggressive actions by China but we are capable of handling these. Our tri-services are capable of dealing with threats along our frontiers: CDS General Bipin Rawat
Sep 3, 2020 6:33 PM
Should any threat develop along our northern borders, Pakistan could take advantage of that & create some trouble for us. We have taken precautions that any such misadventure by Pak is thwarted. But in fact they may suffer losses should they attempt such misadventure: CDS Rawat
Sep 3, 2020 6:31 PM
It is clear that the situation we witnessed over the past four months is a direct result of the actions taken by China that sought to unilaterally change status quo: MEA
Sep 3, 2020 6:31 PM
Way ahead is military & diplomatic negotiations. We're firmly committed to resolving all issues through peaceful dialogue. Strongly urge China to sincerely engage with objective of expeditiously restoring peace in border areas through complete disengagement & de-escalation: MEA
Sep 3, 2020 3:42 PM
With an overall force of around 350 warships and submarines, including over 130 “major surface combatants”, China has overtaken even the US Navy’s force-level of 293 warships, said the report.
Sep 3, 2020 3:34 PM
China now has the largest Navy in the world and is aggressively looking to set up logistical bases in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance its strategic reach, while also working assiduously towards at least doubling the number of its nuclear warheads over the next decade
Sep 3, 2020 3:18 PM
Amid ongoing tensions on India-China border, Indian Air Force Chief RKS Bhadauria on Wednesday visited premier air bases in Eastern sector to review level of operational preparedness & capability enhancement. He also interacted with air warriors serving at these bases.
Sep 3, 2020 2:44 PM
A brigadier-level meeting is being held between the Indian and Chinese Army at Chushul in Eastern Ladakh. The meeting is taking place in an open area and not in the usual border personnel meeting (BPM) hut.
Sep 3, 2020 1:46 PM
Gen Naravane will be briefed about the evolving situation by top Army commanders overseeing deployment of troops as well as India's combat readiness in the region, they said.
Sep 3, 2020 12:52 PM
Army Chief Gen MM Naravane began a two-day visit to Ladakh on Thursday to carry out a comprehensive review of the security situation in the region in view of China's fresh attempts to change status quo along the southern bank of Pangong lake, official sources said.
Sep 3, 2020 12:16 PM
Army chief General M M Naravane is on a two-day visit to Ladakh to review the latest operational situation amidst the heightened military tensions with China after Indian soldiers occupied heights on the southern bank of Pangong Tso-Chushul sector over the weekend.
Sep 3, 2020 11:41 AM
Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane is visiting Leh today. He will be briefed by senior field commanders on the ground situation along the Line of Actual Control.
Sep 3, 2020 11:17 AM
India is among the countries that China has taken advantage of since the outbreak of the Covid-19 from Wuhan, US diplomat David Stilwell said on Wednesday.
Sep 3, 2020 10:51 AM
They were initially trained by the Intelligence Bureau, RAW and CIA for covert operations behind enemy lines. In the first few decades after it was raised, the force was used to keep an eye on Chinese plans to deploy nuclear warheads.
Sep 3, 2020 10:41 AM
Raised towards the end of the 1962 war, SFF’s commandos are drawn from Tibetan refugees settled in India.
Sep 3, 2020 10:17 AM
Senior Army officials acknowledged the presence of an SFF unit in eastern Ladakh but its interaction with the Army is minimal.
Sep 3, 2020 10:06 AM
Saturday night’s operation on the south bank of Pangong Tso has brought into limelight the possible role of ‘Establishment 22’, a secret force also known as the Special Frontier Force (SFF) under the administrative control of the Cabinet secretariat and the PMO.
Sep 3, 2020 9:29 AM
The military consolidation includes occupying the heights over the ‘Finger-2 and 3’ (mountainous spurs) on the north bank of Pangong Tso to prevent any aggressive action by Chinese soldiers, who have refused to withdraw eastwards from the 8-km stretch they have occupied from ‘Finger-4’ to ‘Finger-8’ since early May.
Sep 3, 2020 8:59 AM
The Army has further strengthened its positions in eastern Ladakh, as well as in other sectors right till Arunachal Pradesh, with an angry China pushing hard for Indian troops to vacate the heights they proactively occupied in the Pangong Tso-Chushul area over the weekend.
Sep 3, 2020 8:49 AM
Saturday night’s operation on the south bank of Pangong Tso has brought into limelight the possible role of ‘Establishment 22’, a secret force also known as the Special Frontier Force (SFF) under the administrative control of the Cabinet secretariat and the PMO.
Sep 3, 2020 8:32 AM
A table-top plateau close to the critical Karakoram pass, Depsang is militarily much more important than Pangong Tso.
Sep 2, 2020 8:39 PM
We urge the Indian side to strictly discipline its border troops, stop all provocations, immediately withdraw all personnel who illegally trespassed across the LAC, and stop taking any actions that may escalate tensions or complicate matters: Chinese Foreign Ministry Spox
Sep 2, 2020 8:34 PM
Indian side claims it "pre-empted" Chinese military activity. India's statements reveal the fact that Indian troops were first to have illegally crossed LAC, changed status quo in border areas, & violated bilateral agreements & important consensus: Chinese Foreign Ministry Spox
Sep 2, 2020 8:33 PM
Over 23,000 Indian students studied in different courses in Chinese universities and colleges as per the last year''s data. Of them, over 21,000 have enrolled to study MBBS.
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