#Ladakh Clash

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India and China Agree on Disengagement and Patrolling Arrangements Along LAC: A Step Towards Border Stability

India and China Agree on Disengagement and Patrolling Arrangements Along LAC: A Step Towards Border Stability In a significant development in India-China relations, the two nations have reached an agreement to disengage their troops and establish new patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). This decision, announced by India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, marks a crucial…

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India China Clash Again: Chinese Soldiers Clash With Indian Shepherds On LAC | Raj Express

A video showing a clash between Chinese soldiers and Indian herders has gone viral. This isn't the first provocative action from the Chinese side. Let's explore why such incidents repeatedly escalate tensions, often leading to border disputes.

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Activist calls for border march in Ladakh to mark land lost to China

The march would be taken out in the north and south banks of Pangong Tso lake, Demchok, Chushul among others along the Line of Actual Control with China; two dates are shortlisted — March 27 and April 7

Around 10,000 people from Ladakh will march to the border along China this month to showcase how much land has been lost to the neighbouring country, climate activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk said on Tuesday.

Mr. Wangchuk has been protesting in open in sub-zero temperature in Leh, surviving only on salt and water for the past 14 days, to demand constitutional safeguards for the Union Territory.

“We know from the shepherds that they are not allowed [anymore] to go to the places that they always used to go. In particular areas, they are stopped kilometres before where they used to go earlier. We will go and show whether land has been lost or not,” Mr. Wangchuk said.

The march would be taken out in Finger area (north and south bank of Pangong Tso), Demchok, Chushul among others along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China.

He said two dates have been shortlisted for the march — March 27 and April 7.

“The march will also highlight the areas, prime pasture lands, that are being turned into solar parks. On one hand, nomads are losing their land to corporates who are coming to set up their plants, maybe mining in future. Nomads will lose 150,000 sq km of prime pasture land, on the other hand they are losing pasture land to China which is encroaching from the north, the Chinese have captured huge chunks of land in the last few years,” he said.

After the June 15, 2020 incident in Galwan where 20 Indian soldiers were killed in violent clashes with the Chinese People’s Liberation Army, several rounds of talks between the two armies have taken place leading to disengagement and creation of buffer zones or no-go areas. These areas in eastern Ladakh were regularly patrolled before April 2020 when China started amassing troops close to the LAC. At least 26 patrolling points out of total 65 PPs in Eastern Ladakh are not being patrolled due to the border dispute.

At the centre of Mr. Wangchuk’s protest that has received huge support from the locals is the failure of talks between Ladakh civil society leaders and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on March 4.

The members of Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) representing the Buddhist majority and Shia Muslim dominated regions respectively in Ladakh, are jointly protesting for Statehood for Ladakh, inclusion of Ladakh in the sixth schedule of the constitution thus giving it a tribal status, job reservation for locals and a parliamentary seat each for Leh and Kargil.

Though ministry officials had in previous rounds of meetings agreed to examine how the provisions of the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution can be implemented in Ladakh’s context, the meeting with Mr. Shah “did not result in any positive outcome”.

“Government has been declining to keep their promise on Sixth Schedule. The Home Minister said we cannot give this but we will give you some constitutional safeguard,” Mr. Wangchuk said adding that he wants to awaken the people of India to this “breach of trust”.

“People are disillusioned, disenchanted and angry. There is no chance BJP will win a seat here in the upcoming elections. But this is not only for Ladakh, am trying to awaken the nation, if this is how election promises are honoured, then elections are a joke. Why did we vote this party to power twice?” he said. Ladakh’s only parliamentary seat was won by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in 2014 and 2019.

After the special status of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 of the Constitution was revoked by the Parliament on August 5, 2019, Ladakh was turned into a Union Territory without any legislative assembly.

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India says it has lodged a "strong protest" with China over a new map that lays claim to its territory.

Indian media have reported that the map shows the north-eastern state of Arunachal Pradesh and the disputed Aksai Chin plateau as China's territory.

It was released by China's ministry of natural resources on Monday.

"We reject these claims as they have no basis," India's foreign ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said.

He added that such steps by China "only complicate the resolution of the boundary question".

Beijing has not officially responded yet.

India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar also called China's claim "absurd".

"China has even in the past put out maps which claim the territories which are not China's, which belong to other countries. This is an old habit of theirs," he told TV channel NDTV on Tuesday.

India's protest comes days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke on the sidelines of the Brics summit in South Africa. An Indian official said afterwards that the two countries had agreed to "intensify efforts at expeditious disengagement and de-escalation" along the disputed border.

Shadow of 60-year-old war at India-China flashpoint

The Indian monastery town coveted by China

India has often reacted angrily to China's attempts to stake claim to its territory.

The source of the tension between the neighbours is a disputed 3,440km (2,100 mile)-long de facto border along the Himalayas - called the Line of Actual Control, or LAC - which is poorly demarcated. The presence of rivers, lakes and snowcaps means the line can shift in places.

Soldiers on either side come face to face at many points, which can spark tensions - the last time being in December when Indian and Chinese troops clashed along the border in the town of Tawang.

China says it considers the whole of Arunachal Pradesh its territory, calling it "South Tibet" - a claim India firmly rejects. India claims the Aksai Chin plateau in the Himalayas, which is controlled by China.

In April, Delhi reacted sharply to China's attempts to rename 11 places in Arunachal Pradesh, saying the state would always be "an "integral and inalienable part of India".

Relations between India and China have worsened since 2020, when their troops were involved in a deadly clash at the Galwan valley in Ladakh - it was the first fatal confrontation between the two sides since 1975.

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During the recent G-20 summit in Bali, Indonesia, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi got up from the banquet table to shake hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping and have a brief conversation—their first in-person exchange in three years. Although both sides remain tight-lipped about the interaction, it nonetheless raised hopes among observers of a breakthrough in their 30-month border crisis, which began with a deadly clash in Ladakh in 2020. But any resolution that might emerge will not dispel the challenge posed by massive changes at the border undertaken by China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA).

This marks the third straight winter that around 50,000 Indian reinforcements will spend in Ladakh’s inhospitable terrain in the northern Himalayas, warding off an equal number of Chinese troops stationed a few miles away. Despite intermittent dialogue between the two militaries, Indian Army Chief Gen. Manoj Pande recently confirmed that China has not reduced its forces at the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Chinese infrastructure construction along the border is “going on unabated,” he said—confirmed by independent satellite imagery and echoed by the latest U.S. Defense Department report on China. Pande said the situation is “stable but unpredictable.” That unpredictability has become structural.

India and China have so far held 16 rounds of border talks between senior military commanders as well as numerous diplomatic and political engagements, but an agreement on actions to reduce the tensions in Ladakh has been slow to materialize. Of the seven areas in Ladakh where Indian and Chinese soldiers have faced one another since 2020, two have seen no change while the rest have seen each side take a limited step back. The challenge for India is becoming more concerning on the eastern part of the LAC—between the state of Arunachal Pradesh and Tibet—where China has an infrastructure and military advantage, putting New Delhi on the defensive.

The widening power gap between India and China—military, technological, economic, and diplomatic—now constrains New Delhi’s options on the border. It also raises tough questions for India’s geopolitical partnerships, such as the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (known as the Quad), and its aggressive approach toward Pakistan. The border crisis will hang over India’s decision-making for the foreseeable future.

In October, the Chinese Communist Party held its 20th National Congress, and Xi assumed an unprecedented third term as leader. Among the images broadcasted at the Great Hall of the People minutes before Xi ascended the stage was a video from the Galwan Valley in Ladakh, where at least 20 Indian soldiers and 4 PLA soldiers died in a clash in June 2020. The videos showed PLA regiment commander Qi Fabao standing with his arms outstretched to stop Indian soldiers from advancing. Qi was selected to be a delegate to the Party Congress, underlining the importance of the border crisis to the Chinese Communist Party’s narrative. Harnessing nationalism, the party wants to convey that it will protect what it considers Chinese territory at all costs.

India’s military and political leaders now confront a reality at the border that should have jolted them into serious action: China has a distinct advantage over India, which it has consolidated since 2020. By investing in a long-term military presence in one of the most remote places on Earth, the PLA has considerably reduced the time it would need to launch a military operation against India. New military garrisons, roads, and bridges would allow for rapid deployment and make clear that Beijing is not considering a broader retreat. The Indian military has responded by diverting certain forces intended for the border with Pakistan toward its disputed border with China. It has deployed additional ground forces to prevent further PLA ingress in Ladakh and constructed supporting infrastructure. Meanwhile, New Delhi’s political leadership is conspicuous in its silence, projecting a sense of normalcy.

Beijing refuses to discuss two of the areas in Ladakh, where its forces have blocked Indian patrols since 2020. In five other areas, Chinese troops have stepped back by a few miles but asked India to do the same and create a no-patrolling zone. This move denies India its right to patrol areas as planned before the border crisis began. The PLA has flatly refused to discuss de-escalation, in which both armies would pull back by a substantive distance. The question of each side withdrawing its additional troops from Ladakh is not even on the agenda. A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson rejected any demand to restore the situation along the LAC as it existed before May 2020. The PLA continues to downplay the severity of the situation, instead emphasizing stability in its ties with India.

If the situation in Ladakh is “stable but unpredictable,” Indian military leaders have told Foreign Policy that major stretches of the LAC’s eastern sector—2,500 kilometers (or 1,553 miles) away—are an even bigger cause of concern. In 1962, this area was the site of a humiliating defeat of the Indian Army at the hands of the PLA. Today, massive Chinese infrastructure development and troop buildup closer to the LAC has placed India at a military disadvantage. In September, Pande said when it comes to infrastructure in the area, “there is lots to be desired to be done.” Recent reports suggest at least three additional PLA brigades remain deployed in the area even after the Party Congress, further worrying Indian military planners.

China officially claims the entire state of Arunachal Pradesh, which includes the Tawang Monastery where the sixth Dalai Lama was born in 1683. Tawang was historically a part of Tibet; Chinese officials, such as Dai Bingguo, who served as China’s boundary negotiator with India from 2003 to 2013, have publicly stated that it would be nonnegotiable in a permanent settlement of the disputed border. As questions arise over the succession of the current Dalai Lama, who is 87 years old, Chinese sensitivities about Tawang will intensify—even more so when linked to its internal security problems in Tibet. In the coming years, it is likely to become a higher priority for China.

Still, it is in Ladakh that the Chinese have built up infrastructure at a frenetic pace, with only military operations in mind: roads, bridges, airfields, heliports, accommodations for troops, and storage and communication infrastructure. Pande noted that one of the biggest developments is the G695 highway, which runs parallel to the LAC and gives the PLA the ability to quickly move from one valley to another. Flatter terrain on the Chinese side already gives Beijing an advantage, now further bolstered by infrastructure—an extensive network of new roads, bridges, and heliports.

In the 1960s, the PLA needed one full summer season to mobilize and launch military operations in Ladakh for the next summer. Now, it would need a couple of weeks to undertake the same operation. Indian military planners must live with this scenario, even if the current border crisis is resolved.

Modi approaching Xi in Bali recalled a short exchange between the two leaders on the sidelines of the G-20 summit in Hamburg, Germany, in 2017. Then, their conversation sparked diplomatic communications between New Delhi and Beijing that aimed to resolve a standoff between Indian and Chinese troops at Doklam in Bhutan, which China claims as its territory. The talks led to disengagement, but the Chinese only stepped back a few hundred yards. They have since consolidated their military deployment and undertaken massive infrastructure development in Doklam, such as roads, helipads, and a military garrison. Even if an immediate crisis was averted, the status quo was permanently altered in China’s favor in Doklam.

A similar resolution of the Ladakh border crisis would carry bigger risks for India. Unlike in Doklam, China has entered areas in Ladakh that Indian troops regularly patrolled until 2020. Reinforcing the LAC over the vast span of Ladakh would require enhanced deployment of Indian ground forces. This permanent instability would put the Indian military under further pressure. With an already limited defense budget—China’s is more than four times as large—shifting more troops to the border would also divert resources from the Indian Navy, where multilateral cooperation with Quad partners to contest China’s influence in the Indian Ocean region is an absolute imperative.

Fearing escalation, India is forsaking even limited offensive options, such as launching a quid pro quo military operation to capture some territory in Tibet to arrive at the negotiating table with a strong hand. New Delhi’s defensive position instead seems to acknowledge its widening gap with Beijing; due to this power differential, it is unable to even use economic or diplomatic instruments to target China. After all, India’s bilateral trade with China—its biggest trading partner—reached record levels this year, with an all-time high trade deficit in Beijing’s favor. The U.S. Defense Department report on China reveals that Beijing has warned U.S. officials not to interfere with its relationship with New Delhi; Kenneth Juster, a former U.S. ambassador to India, said New Delhi doesn’t want Washington to mention Beijing’s border aggression.

India’s defensive posture plays out in its approach to diplomatic engagement and security cooperation. Unlike its Quad partners, India abstained from voting against China on the Xinjiang issue at the United Nations Human Rights Council meeting in October, and its comments on China’s crackdown in Hong Kong or aggression toward Taiwan have been guarded. Modi participated in both the BRICS summit and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit this year, along with Xi; Chinese delegations are still regularly invited to New Delhi for multilateral events. And an Indian military contingent participated with a PLA contingent in a military exercise in Russia this year.

The current situation along the LAC, both in Ladakh and Arunachal Pradesh, as well as China’s refusal to discuss issues on India’s agenda for resolving the crisis have added to the structural instability in their relationship. Chinese infrastructure development and the widening gap in power means that this instability will become permanent, even with a solution to the immediate crisis. India’s military will remain under pressure and on guard. Pande made this implicit when discussing future Indian plans on the border in November. “We need to very carefully calibrate our actions on the LAC [so as] to be able to safeguard both our interests and sensitivities … and be prepared to deal with all types of contingencies,” he said.

The risk of an accidental military escalation between Asia’s most populous countries—both nuclear powers—has increased significantly since 2020. This will continue unless Modi and Xi find a new modus vivendi. Establishing guardrails in the relationship will require political imagination and an honest appraisal of relative strengths; failing that, New Delhi faces tough geopolitical choices. It has so far eschewed any security-centric step with the Quad that could provoke Beijing, but murmurs from its partners about reticent Indian policy are bound to get louder. Meanwhile, India’s reliance on Russia for military equipment and ammunition now falls under a cloud of suspicion. And an unstable border with China prevents India from targeting Pakistan, a tactic that has proved politically rewarding for Modi.

The fundamentals of Indian foreign policy that have held steady since the years of former Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru—namely, strategic autonomy and ensuring territorial integrity and sovereignty—will come under greater stress as the border crisis looms over New Delhi. Modi boasts of great ambitions for India as a “Vishwa Guru,” or master to the world—a euphemism for a global superpower. But questions raised by the situation at the border with China continue to limit him.

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China's Xi & India's Modi Cement Border Peace Deal After Years Of Friction

Zero Hedge BY TYLER DURDENWEDNESDAY, OCT 23, 2024 – 11:00 PM The India-China troop clash of 2020 along the largely unmarked frontier of Ladakh in a disputed border area in the Western Himalayas resulted in the deaths of 20 Indian and four Chinese soldiers. It was the deadliest border incident between the two nuclear-armed nations in memory. Since then, other more minor skirmishes and tense…

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LAC Tensions Ease with Landmark Deal

The significant agreement reached between India and China this week to resolve one of the longest military standoffs in recent history received formal approval on Wednesday from PM Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping. This bilateral meeting at the BRICS Summit marked their first encounter in five years, during which they endorsed the deal. According to the Indian side, this endorsement from the highest level is expected to further alleviate tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

During their 50-minute discussion in Kazan, the leaders agreed to promptly hold Special Representatives (SRs) talks on the India-China boundary issue, which has not occurred since 2019. They emphasized the need to advance relations from a “strategic and long-term perspective,” enhance strategic communication and explore collaborative efforts to tackle developmental challenges.

The Special Representatives, Ajit Doval, and Wang Yi have met multiple times on the sidelines of various multilateral events, including a meeting last month in St. Petersburg, but not within the formal SR talks framework.

In the Indian readout, Modi expressed his support for the agreement concerning complete disengagement and the resolution of issues that emerged in 2020 in eastern Ladakh, which included the deadly Galwan clash that year. He stressed the importance of properly managing differences and disputes to maintain peace and tranquility.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that Modi also expressed India’s full support for China’s presidency of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in 2025. China characterized the meeting as constructive and of great significance. Read More-https://24x7newsroom.com/pm-modi-and-xi-finalize-lac-agreement-committing-to-restore-relations/

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by Radika | Oct 23, 2024

Ahead of the BRICS summit in Russia, India and China announced an end to the four-year military standoff between the two countries along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping will have their first official bilateral meeting in five years!

India and China have reached an agreement on patrolling arrangements along the LAC and the border areas. This has led to a disengagement and resolution of the issues that had arisen in these areas in 2020. This breakthrough in the standoff between India and China was made possible by numerous rounds of discussions and dialogue between diplomatic and military negotiators of the two countries.

It must be noted that, in 2012, India and China set up the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination (WMCC) on India-China Border Affairs. It is an official institutional mechanism to resolve border-related disagreements and conflicts through communication and cooperation. The main goal of this framework is to establish peace and tranquility in India-China border areas and to enhance mutual trust and security between the two countries.

Since the inception of the WMCC in 2012, only 14 rounds of discussion had taken place over a period of 8 years until the 2020 unilateral border incursions by China and the subsequent clash that led to loss of lives of soldiers on both sides. But following the Galwan border clash, both India and China made a commitment to not allow differences to become disputes, and to work towards disengaging along the LAC. The two sides agreed to keep all diplomatic and military communication channels open and to participate in discussions and dialogue to reach a solution that is acceptable to both sides so that peace and tranquility can be restored along the border regions.

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[ad_1] Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other world leaders posed for a family photo on Wednesday at the Kazan Expo Center, during the 16th BRICS Summit.  In the family photo of leaders of the countries of the BRICS grouping, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates, Russian President Vladimir Putin is flanked on either side by PM Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping. #WATCH | Russia: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE’s President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan seen interacting after the family photo at Kazan Expo Center. (Video: Host Broadcaster via Reuters) pic.twitter.com/t6TUp8f7dr — ANI (@ANI) October 23, 2024 Prime Minister Modi and UAE’s President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan were seen interacting after the photo session. The Plenary Session of the BRICS Summit began with Russian President Putin’s address to the world leaders. Later today, PM Modi is set to have a bilateral meeting with Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the summit. The meeting in Tatarstan’s capital marks the first formal interaction between the two leaders in five years. It follows the two countries’ agreement on resuming regular patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh.  Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said at a media briefing on Tuesday, “I can confirm that there will be a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit.”  Modi met with Xi last in October 2019 in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, months before the June 2020 clashes in Galwan that led to a military standoff.  The two leaders met during the Group of 20 meeting in Bali, Indonesia, in 2022 and then in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 2023.  On October 21, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced that an agreement had been reached regarding patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the India-China border area. Foreign Secretary Misri told the media that the agreement “is the outcome of extensive discussions over the past several weeks with Chinese interlocutors at both diplomatic and military levels. “He noted that military commanders have been involved in negotiations aimed at addressing the tensions that have persisted since 2020. On Tuesday, China also said it had reached a resolution with India on resolving their border conflict and will work to implement solutions. China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian, in a regular press briefing, said, “We have reached a resolution on the relevant matter, and will work with the Indian side to implement the solution. We are in close communication through diplomatic and military channels.” The highly anticipated meeting between PM Modi (/topic/pm-modi) and President Xi in Kazan is expected to be a pivotal moment in India-China relations. The two leaders will likely discuss the recent agreement on patrolling along the LAC and other areas of shared interest like trade. Trade so that the trade increases but at the same time, the deficit decreases,” he said.  [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other world leaders posed for a family photo on Wednesday at the Kazan Expo Center, during the 16th BRICS Summit.  In the family photo of leaders of the countries of the BRICS grouping, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates, Russian President Vladimir Putin is flanked on either side by PM Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping. #WATCH | Russia: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE’s President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan seen interacting after the family photo at Kazan Expo Center. (Video: Host Broadcaster via Reuters) pic.twitter.com/t6TUp8f7dr — ANI (@ANI) October 23, 2024 Prime Minister Modi and UAE’s President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan were seen interacting after the photo session. The Plenary Session of the BRICS Summit began with Russian President Putin’s address to the world leaders. Later today, PM Modi is set to have a bilateral meeting with Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the summit. The meeting in Tatarstan’s capital marks the first formal interaction between the two leaders in five years. It follows the two countries’ agreement on resuming regular patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh.  Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said at a media briefing on Tuesday, “I can confirm that there will be a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit.”  Modi met with Xi last in October 2019 in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, months before the June 2020 clashes in Galwan that led to a military standoff.  The two leaders met during the Group of 20 meeting in Bali, Indonesia, in 2022 and then in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 2023.  On October 21, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced that an agreement had been reached regarding patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the India-China border area. Foreign Secretary Misri told the media that the agreement “is the outcome of extensive discussions over the past several weeks with Chinese interlocutors at both diplomatic and military levels. “He noted that military commanders have been involved in negotiations aimed at addressing the tensions that have persisted since 2020. On Tuesday, China also said it had reached a resolution with India on resolving their border conflict and will work to implement solutions. China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian, in a regular press briefing, said, “We have reached a resolution on the relevant matter, and will work with the Indian side to implement the solution. We are in close communication through diplomatic and military channels.” The highly anticipated meeting between PM Modi (/topic/pm-modi) and President Xi in Kazan is expected to be a pivotal moment in India-China relations. The two leaders will likely discuss the recent agreement on patrolling along the LAC and other areas of shared interest like trade. Trade so that the trade increases but at the same time, the deficit decreases,” he said.  [ad_2] Source link

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Can India trust China amid talks over disengagement along LAC? What experts say

In a major diplomatic breakthrough, the government on Monday announced that India and China have reached an agreement to resume patrolling at the remaining friction points along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh, where tensions have persisted since the Galwan Valley clash in 2020. In a press briefing, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said the agreement marks a significant step…

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So on a high level there was a military clash between India and China troops along the border shared between ladakh and western china which lead to India banning lot of chinese application which include tiktok.

Oh huh? I’ve never heard about that. Which sounds crazy as - from your written - it sounds very serious.

But I can understand why it’s been banned now.

Hopefully it will be calm soon.

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India's Cautious Approach to Chinese Investment: Balancing National Security and Economic Growth

In recent years, India has been one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. However, the country has faced several challenges, one of which is its economic relationship with China. The two nations have had a complex relationship over the years, with both being economic competitors and geopolitical rivals. In recent times, India has taken steps to reduce its dependence on China, including banning several Chinese apps and restricting Chinese investment in India. This has led to a significant number of Chinese investment proposals being held up by the Indian government, with 54 proposals still pending.

The issue of Chinese investment in India has been a contentious one, with some arguing that it is essential for the country's economic growth. In contrast, others believe that it poses a threat to national security. In 2020, the Indian government took several steps to reduce its reliance on Chinese investment, including tightening the approval process for Chinese investment proposals. This move came after tensions between the two countries escalated following a deadly border clash in the Ladakh region. India has also been encouraging domestic and foreign investment to reduce its dependence on China.

The Indian government's decision to tighten the approval process for Chinese investment proposals has led to a significant backlog of pending proposals. The Indian Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, recently announced that 54 Chinese investment proposals were still pending with the government. She stated that these proposals were being scrutinized for potential national security concerns and that the government was taking a cautious approach.

The pending Chinese investment proposals cover a range of sectors, including technology, manufacturing, and infrastructure. Some of the notable proposals include a $500 million investment by China's Alibaba Group in Indian e-commerce firm Snapdeal, a $1 billion investment by China's SAIC Motor Corp in Indian carmaker MG Motor, and a $400 million investment by China's Great Wall Motor in Indian carmaker Haima Automobiles.

The Indian government's cautious approach to Chinese investment has been driven by concerns over national security. There have been fears that Chinese investment could give China access to sensitive information and technology, which could be used for espionage purposes. This has led to increased scrutiny of Chinese investment proposals and a growing reluctance to approve them. In addition, there has been growing concern over the growing economic clout of China and its strategic ambitions in the region. India has been wary of becoming too dependent on China and has been taking steps to reduce its reliance on Chinese investment.

The Indian government's stance on Chinese investment has been welcomed by some, who believe that it is necessary to protect national security. However, others have criticized the government's approach, arguing that it is hindering India's economic growth. Some have pointed out that Chinese investment has played an important role in the growth of India's technology and manufacturing sectors and that a blanket ban on Chinese investment could harm the country's economic prospects.

India's relationship with China is complex, and the issue of Chinese investment in India is just one aspect of this relationship. The two countries have a long history of economic and geopolitical rivalry, often leading to tensions between them. In recent years, India has taken steps to reduce its dependence on China, including restricting Chinese investment in the country. While this move has been welcomed by some, it has led to a backlog of pending investment proposals, which could harm India's economic prospects in the long run.

In conclusion, the issue of Chinese investment in India is a complex one, with no easy answers. While the Indian government's cautious approach to Chinese investment is understandable, it is important to strike a balance between national security concerns and economic growth. India must continue to attract foreign investment, including Chinese investment, while also taking steps to protect national security. By doing so, India can reduce its dependence on China while also promoting its economic growth and development.

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However, it's essential to understand the legal implications of using a VPN in India. While VPNs themselves are not illegal in India, their use for accessing banned or restricted content can land users in trouble. The Indian government has the authority to block access to VPN services that are found to be facilitating access to banned platforms like TikTok.

In November 2020, the Indian government issued an order to ban several Chinese-owned mobile applications, including TikTok, citing concerns over data privacy and national security. Since then, TikTok has remained inaccessible in India through regular means.

Using a VPN to access TikTok in India could potentially violate the government's orders and lead to legal consequences. The government has the authority to track and block VPN usage, and individuals found to be circumventing the ban could face penalties under Indian law.

It's important for users to exercise caution and be aware of the legal risks associated with using VPNs to access banned platforms like TikTok in India. While some may see VPNs as a workaround to access restricted content, it's crucial to prioritize compliance with government regulations and respect for data privacy and national security concerns.

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In recent times, accessing TikTok in India has become a challenge due to government regulations and restrictions. However, individuals who still wish to access the platform can turn to Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) as a solution. VPNs are powerful tools that can help users bypass geo-restrictions and access blocked websites or apps.

By using a VPN, users can mask their real IP address and make it appear as if they are browsing from a different location where TikTok is accessible. This allows users in India to securely access TikTok without the restrictions imposed by their local internet service provider.

When choosing a VPN for accessing TikTok in India, it is essential to select a reputable and reliable service provider. Look for VPNs that offer strong encryption, a wide range of servers located worldwide, and a strict no-logs policy to ensure your online privacy and security.

Moreover, users should also consider the speed and performance of the VPN, especially for streaming videos on TikTok. Opt for a VPN with high-speed servers to enjoy a seamless TikTok experience without buffering or lag.

In conclusion, VPNs can be a practical solution for individuals in India who wish to access TikTok despite the restrictions in place. By choosing the right VPN provider and following best practices for online security, users can enjoy using TikTok without limitations.

Indian Government Restrictions on TikTok

The Indian Government has implemented stringent restrictions on the popular social media platform, TikTok. The app, which has gained immense popularity among Indian users, particularly the youth, has faced backlash due to concerns over user data privacy and national security.

In June 2020, the Indian Government banned TikTok and several other Chinese apps citing security reasons. The move came amid escalating tensions between India and China following a border clash in the Ladakh region. The ban was a significant blow to TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, as India was one of its largest markets.

The ban was imposed under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, which empowers the government to block online content deemed to be against the country's sovereignty and integrity. The Indian Government expressed concerns about the misuse of user data and the potential for these apps to be used for activities that are prejudicial to India's security.

Despite efforts by TikTok to address the Indian Government's concerns and restore the app's availability in the country, the ban has remained in place. This has led to a significant impact on the app's user base and revenue generation in India.

The Indian Government's restrictions on TikTok serve as a reminder of the growing importance of data privacy and national security in the digital age. It also highlights the need for social media platforms to adhere to regulatory requirements and ensure the protection of user data to maintain their operations in various countries.

Privacy Risks of TikTok VPN Usage

TikTok is a popular social media platform that has gained a massive following globally. Many users of TikTok often turn to VPN services to access region-restricted content or enhance their privacy while using the app. While VPNs can indeed offer added security and privacy, using them with TikTok may pose certain risks to user privacy.

One of the primary concerns with using VPNs on TikTok is the potential data logging by the VPN service provider. Some VPNs may track users' online activities, including their interactions on social media platforms like TikTok. This data collection could compromise user privacy and put their personal information at risk.

Moreover, VPN services may also introduce vulnerabilities that hackers could exploit to access users' sensitive data. By routing their internet traffic through third-party servers, TikTok users using VPNs may inadvertently expose themselves to security threats and cyber attacks.

Additionally, some VPN providers have been known to sell user data to third parties for profit, raising questions about the security and integrity of user information. This practice could result in privacy breaches and the misuse of personal data for targeted advertising or other purposes without users' consent.

In conclusion, while using VPNs with TikTok can offer certain benefits, it is essential for users to be aware of the potential privacy risks involved. To safeguard their personal information and online security, TikTok users should carefully research and choose reputable VPN providers that prioritize user privacy and data protection.

Alternatives to TikTok in India

In the wake of TikTok's ban in India, users and creators are actively seeking alternatives to fulfill their content creation and entertainment needs. Here are some prominent platforms serving as alternatives to TikTok in India:

Instagram Reels: Leveraging Instagram's vast user base, Reels allows users to create short-form videos with various creative tools and effects. With its integrated platform and widespread popularity, Instagram Reels offers a familiar environment for content creators.

YouTube Shorts: YouTube Shorts provides a platform for users to create and share short videos, directly competing with TikTok's format. With its massive audience and robust creator tools, YouTube Shorts has quickly gained traction among Indian users.

MX TakaTak: Developed by MX Media & Entertainment, MX TakaTak emerged as a popular alternative to TikTok in India. It offers similar features such as video creation, editing tools, and a diverse content library, catering specifically to the Indian audience.

Chingari: Positioned as India's 'Original Short Video App,' Chingari gained significant attention following TikTok's ban. It allows users to create, edit, and share short videos across various genres, including entertainment, music, and comedy.

Josh: Backed by prominent Indian entrepreneurs and celebrities, Josh has emerged as a promising alternative to TikTok. It offers a platform for users to showcase their talent, connect with followers, and explore trending content.

Roposo: Acquired by InMobi Group, Roposo is a homegrown short-video platform offering a wide range of features, including video editing tools, filters, and effects. It caters to diverse interests, making it a popular choice among Indian users.

While these alternatives offer exciting opportunities for content creators, each platform comes with its unique features and user base. As the landscape continues to evolve, users can explore these options to discover new avenues for creativity and expression.

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Karnataka Trip: Avani’s Voyage Through Ramayana’s Legacy, Ancient Tales, and Spiritual Splendors

In the heart of Karnataka, cradled amidst picturesque rolling hills and steeped in ancient legends, Avani emerges as a town intricately woven into the fabric of the epic Ramayana. With its rich historical tapestry and an aura of profound spirituality, Avani extends a compelling invitation to travelers in search of a harmonious fusion of cultural exploration and unspoiled natural splendor. If you’re planning a Karnataka trip, this enchanting destination should undoubtedly find its place on your bucket list.

Ramayana’s Imprint on Avani

Avani’s significance is inextricably linked to the Ramayana, one of India’s most revered epics. It is believed that Sita, the epitome of purity and devotion, found refuge in Avani’s tranquil embrace during her exile. Here, amidst the serene surroundings of Sage Valmiki’s ashram, she gave birth to Lava and Kusha, the twin sons of Lord Rama.

The town’s connection to the Ramayana extends to the fierce battle that ensued between Lava and Kusha, unaware of their parentage, and Rama’s forces during a grand horse sacrifice. This clash led to the revelation of their true identities and the heartwarming reunion of the family.

A Legacy of Ancient Tales

Avani’s history extends far beyond the Ramayana, with archaeological evidence suggesting human habitation since the Iron Age. Under the Chalukya dynasty, it flourished as ‘Haavaniya,’ and later, the Nolambas, a feudatory of the Cholas, ruled the region.

The town’s name, ‘Avani,’ is believed to derive from the Sanskrit word ‘Avaniputra,’ meaning ‘son of the earth,’ a title often associated with Lord Rama. Avani’s spiritual prominence is further enhanced by its status as one of the seven Muktipragathi Sthalas, holy places believed to liberate devotees from the cycle of rebirth.

The Sita Parvati Temple: A Beacon of Faith

Atop a hill, overlooking the town and captivating the hearts of devotees, stands the Sita Parvati Temple, Avani’s most revered landmark. Dedicated to Sita, the epitome of feminine virtue, and Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva, the temple’s architecture blends Chalukya and Chola styles, showcasing intricate carvings and sculptures that adorn its walls and pillars.

The temple complex also encompasses a serene pond, believed to have been used by Sita for her daily rituals. Devotees flock to this sacred site throughout the year, seeking blessings for fertility, marital harmony, and spiritual guidance.

A Tapestry of Alluring Attractions

Beyond its spiritual allure, Avani offers a captivating array of attractions that cater to diverse interests. The Antharagange Caves, sculpted by nature’s artistry over millennia, beckon spelunking enthusiasts with their challenging yet rewarding passages.

For those seeking spiritual solace, the Valmiki Ashram, believed to have been Sita’s abode during her exile, provides a tranquil retreat for meditation and reflection. The Kolaramma Temple, dedicated to the region’s local deity, draws devotees with its simple yet elegant architecture and vibrant annual fair.

History buffs can immerse themselves in the remnants of Budikote’s ancient fort, offering panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys. Nature lovers will find solace in the serenity of Dodda Ayur Chhota Ladakh, a picturesque lake surrounded by hills, and the breathtaking vistas from Bangaru Tirupati, a hillock adorned with a temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara.

Weather and the Ideal Time to Visit

Avani’s tropical climate ensures warm temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum temperatures range from 28°C to 33°C (82°F to 91°F), while minimum temperatures remain comfortable at 18°C to 21°C (64°F to 70°F).

The town receives an average annual rainfall of 700 mm (28 inches), with most of it concentrated during the monsoon season, spanning June to September. The dry months of October to March offer the most pleasant weather for sightseeing and outdoor activities, with smaller crowds ensuring a more tranquil experience.

For those seeking specific experiences, here’s a guide to the best time to visit Avani:

For sightseeing and outdoor activities: October to March To witness the Sita Rama Kalyana festival: April or May To experience the Karaga festival: March or April

While occasional heat waves during summer (April to June) and thunderstorms during monsoon (June to September) are possible, these events are typically short-lived and do not significantly impact the overall pleasantness of the weather.

A Destination of Spiritual and Cultural Significance

Avani’s historical tapestry, entwined with the timeless narrative of the Ramayana, elevates it to a place of profound spiritual and cultural importance. Its revered status as a pilgrimage site is a testament to its enduring significance. The age-old tales etched in its temples and monuments continue to captivate devotees and curious travelers alike, offering a window into India’s dynamic heritage. If this blog has ignited your curiosity, seize the opportunity to embark on this enriching journey by booking your travel package with Yashvi Tours and Travels today.

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[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Over 68,000 Army soldiers, around 90 tanks and other weapon systems were airlifted by the Indian Air Force to eastern Ladakh from across the country for rapid deployment along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) after the deadly clashes in the Galwan Valley, top sources in defence and security establishment said. The IAF deployed its Su-30 MKI and Jaguar jets for round-the-clock surveillance and intelligence gathering on the enemy build-up, besides putting several squadrons of combat aircraft in "offensive posturing" following the clashes on June 15, 2020 that marked the most serious military conflict between the two sides in decades, they said. The troops and weapons were ferried by the transport fleet of the IAF within a "very short period of time" for quick deployment in various inhospitable areas along the LAC under a special operation, the sources said while highlighting how the force's strategic airlift capability has increased over the years. In view of the escalating tensions, the IAF had also deployed a sizeable number of remotely piloted aircraft (RPAs) in the region to keep a hawk-eye vigil on Chinese activities, they said. As the lingering border row continues in several friction points, the Indian Army and the IAF have been maintaining a high degree of combat readiness to confront any challenge from the adversary, the sources said. The IAF aircraft airlifted multiple divisions of the Indian Army, totalling over 68,000 troops, more than 90 tanks, nearly 330 BMP infantry combat vehicles, radar systems, artillery guns and many other equipment after the Galwan clashes, they said. The total load carried by the transport fleet of the IAF, which included C-130J Super Hercules and C-17 Globemaster aircraft, was 9,000 tonnes and displayed the IAF's increasing strategic airlift capabilities, they added. A number of fighter jets, including Rafale and Mig-29 aircraft, were deployed for combat air patrol while various helicopters of the IAF were pressed into service for the transport of prefabricated structures, ammunition and spares of military equipment to mountainous bases. The sources said the range of surveillance by Su-30 MKI and Jaguar fighter jets was around 50 km and they ensured that the positions and movements of Chinese troops were accurately monitored. The IAF also quickly enhanced its air defence capabilities and combat readiness by installing various radars and bringing a range of surface-to-air guided weapons to frontline bases along the LAC in the region, they said. The strategy was to strengthen military posture, maintain credible forces and monitor the enemy build-up to effectively deal with any situation, the sources said, referring to India's overall approach. The IAF platforms operated in extremely difficult circumstances and accomplished all their mission goals, said a source without sharing further details. The overall operation demonstrated the IAF's growing airlift capability compared to what it was during 'Operation Parakram', said another source. Following the terrorist attack on Parliament in December 2001, India had launched 'Operation Parakram' under which it mobilised a huge number of troops along the Line of Control. The government has been giving a major push to infrastructure development along the nearly 3,500 km long LAC following the eastern Ladakh faceoff. The defence ministry has already initiated work on enhancing the overall infrastructure at the Nyoma Advanced Landing Ground (ALG) in eastern Ladakh so that all kinds of military aircraft can operate from it. The Army has also taken a series of measures since the Galwan Valley clashes to enhance its combat capabilities. It has already deployed a significant number of easily transportable M-777 ultra-light howitzers in mountainous regions along the LAC in Arunachal Pradesh. The M-777 can be transported quickly in Chinook helicopters and the Army now has the flexibility of quickly moving them from one place to another based on operational requirements. The Army has powered its units in Arunachal Pradesh with a sizeable number of US-manufactured all-terrain vehicles, 7.62MM Negev Light Machine Guns from Israel and various other lethal weapons. The Indian and Chinese troops are still locked in the over three-year confrontation in certain friction points in eastern Ladakh even as the two sides completed disengagement from several areas following extensive diplomatic and military talks. The ties between India and China nosedived significantly following the fierce confrontation in the Galwan Valley. Each side currently has around 50,000 to 60,000 troops along the LAC in the region. A fresh round of high-level military talks between the two sides is scheduled to take place on Monday. In the dialogue, India is set to press for early disengagement of troops from the remaining friction points. On July 24, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met top Chinese diplomat Wang Yi on the sidelines of a meeting of the five-nation grouping BRICS in Johannesburg. In its statement on the meeting, the Ministry of External Affairs said Doval conveyed that the situation along the LAC in the western sector of the India-China boundary since 2020 had "eroded strategic trust" and the public and political basis of the relationship. It said the NSA emphasised the importance of continuing efforts to fully resolve the situation and restore peace and tranquility in the border areas so as to remove impediments to normalcy in bilateral ties. 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