News for '-arunachal-pradesh'

Arunachal teen kicked, given electric shock in Chinese custody, alleges father

Arunachal teen kicked, given electric shock in Chinese custody, alleges father

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

He was tied and blindfolded while in the custody of China's People's Liberation Army for more than a week, the father alleged.

Consensus or concession by Modi?: Cong on LAC row

Consensus or concession by Modi?: Cong on LAC row

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

The External Affairs Ministry claimed that more than mere courtesies were exchanged between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and China President Xi Jinping at Bali G20 Meet in November 2022.

On R-Day, China 'responded positively' on missing Arunachal boy: Rijiju

On R-Day, China 'responded positively' on missing Arunachal boy: Rijiju

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

"They are likely to intimate date and time soon. Delay attributed to bad weather conditions on their side," Rijiju wrote on Twitter.

16 Arunachal cops train in Mandarin language; ITBP, Himachal cops next in line

16 Arunachal cops train in Mandarin language; ITBP, Himachal cops next in line

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

The university is also in the process to impart similar training to personnel of Indo-Tibetan Border Police and Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh police, a varsity official said on Monday.

Budget hikes defence budget by 4.72%, focuses on 'deep tech'

Budget hikes defence budget by 4.72%, focuses on 'deep tech'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

The defence budget was on Thursday increased to Rs 6.21 lakh crore for 2024-25 in a modest hike of 4.72 per cent from last year's allocation of Rs 5.25 lakh crore amid India's continuing border row with China in eastern Ladakh as well as concerns over evolving security situation in the strategic waterways.

Republic Day Parade Before Republic Day!

Republic Day Parade Before Republic Day!

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

A sneak preview of the dancers and tableaux who India will see on Kartavya Path on Republic Day 2023.

Judiciary needs to begin 'difficult conversations', says CJI

Judiciary needs to begin 'difficult conversations', says CJI

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

The CJI said there is an urgent need to emerge from the adjournment culture to a culture of professionalism.

Modi among first 195 BJP Lok Sabha candidates; See full list

Modi among first 195 BJP Lok Sabha candidates; See full list

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi will fight again from Varanasi in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections as it named 34 Union ministers in the first list of 195 candidates.

Army probes Arunachal crash, pilots of helicopter made mayday call

Army probes Arunachal crash, pilots of helicopter made mayday call

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

Four Army personnel were killed and one was reported missing after the twin-engine weapon system integrated (WSI) version of the indigenously-built helicopter went down at Migging village in Upper Siang district of the border state at 10.43 am on Friday.

'Indianness of Arunachal is not to be proven to anyone'

'Indianness of Arunachal is not to be proven to anyone'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

'Our love for our great nation -- Bharat is second to none and our patriotism towards our motherland -- India is for the entire nation to emulate.'

475 Sedition Cases Between 2014 And 2021

475 Sedition Cases Between 2014 And 2021

Rediff.com19 May 2023

One out of every six sedition cases registered in India between 2014 and 2021 came from Assam.

40 injured in lathi charge at NIT-Silchar after student's suicide

40 injured in lathi charge at NIT-Silchar after student's suicide

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

A third-year student of National Institute of Technology-Silchar allegedly died by suicide on the campus, following which his classmates began a protest that eventually turned violent, prompting the police to lathi charge, in which 40 people were injured, officials said on Saturday.

India-China border situation is going to be bad: Ex-Army chief

India-China border situation is going to be bad: Ex-Army chief

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

The former Army Chief said India's relations with China will always remain "somewhat tense".

Border situation 'generally stable': China after clashes with India

Border situation 'generally stable': China after clashes with India

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

At a media briefing in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin said the two sides have maintained smooth communication on border-related issues through diplomatic and military channels.

Village cited by Pentagon is in China-controlled territory, say sources

Village cited by Pentagon is in China-controlled territory, say sources

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

A village built by China along the Line of Actual Control in the Arunachal Pradesh sector and mentioned in a recent Pentagon report, is in territory controlled by that country, sources in the security establishment in New Delhi said on Tuesday.

72% of Indian districts exposed to extreme floods, only 25% have...

72% of Indian districts exposed to extreme floods, only 25% have...

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Despite high exposure to floods, Assam, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Sikkim are the best performing states in terms of flood early warning systems (EWS), according to the report by independent policy research think tank The Council on Energy Environment and Water.

High-level panel set up to fast-track infra projects along China border

High-level panel set up to fast-track infra projects along China border

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

The government on Tuesday decided to set up a committee of secretaries to fast-track implementation of infrastructure projects along the border with China.

Pujara, Rahane eye big runs as youngsters embark on fresh journey

Pujara, Rahane eye big runs as youngsters embark on fresh journey

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Bright dreams of a new journey, desperation to stage a comeback and desire to rediscover old glory will be the dominant themes of this season's Ranji Trophy that begins at various centres across the country from Friday.

PLA hands over 'abducted' Arunachal boy to Indian Army

PLA hands over 'abducted' Arunachal boy to Indian Army

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

The 19-year-old Miram Taron of Jido Village in Upper Siang District of Arunachal Pradesh was found missing on January 18.

GT vs PBKS: Who Played The Best Knock?

GT vs PBKS: Who Played The Best Knock?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Shashank Singh played the innings of his life to power Punjab Kings to a famous win.

India, China likely to hold 19th round of military-level talks on Aug 14

India, China likely to hold 19th round of military-level talks on Aug 14

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

This meeting is taking place after a gap of around four months.

'We are well prepared for any eventualities'

'We are well prepared for any eventualities'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

'Guarding the borders in extreme weather conditions is not easy and most people don't realize it is a very tough job.'

A Pic That Will Anger Xi Jinping!

A Pic That Will Anger Xi Jinping!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

A participant holds the Tiranga during Tawang's first-ever motorcycle expedition from Holy Tree to the Holy Waterfalls organised by the Indian Army in Tawang, August 23, 2022.

EC initiates delimitation of constituencies in Assam

EC initiates delimitation of constituencies in Assam

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

The Commission said a ban has been put in place effective January 1, 2023 on the creation of new administrative units in the state till the exercise is completed.

SEE: Soldiers sing 'Sandese Aate Hain' during meet with Rajnath

SEE: Soldiers sing 'Sandese Aate Hain' during meet with Rajnath

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

Rajnath is on a two-day visit to frontline locations in Eastern Arunachal Pradesh on September 28-29.

US rejects new China map that includes Arunachal Pradesh

US rejects new China map that includes Arunachal Pradesh

Rediff.com27 Nov 2012

The United States said it does not endorse the new "controversial" Chinese map on its passport, which depicts certain disputes territories as its own, causing a major diplomatic row in the region including with India.

Why Congress Can't Keep Its Flock Together

Why Congress Can't Keep Its Flock Together

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

If the party's members aren't sure what it stands for, see no path to wealth or power, and endure control by a dynasty, which, almighty as it is within the party, cannot get them the votes, they are likely to explore options, notes Shekhar Gupta.

13th round of India, China talks to be held soon

13th round of India, China talks to be held soon

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

The talks are being held with an aim of resolving the ongoing standoff in eastern Ladakh and reaching an agreement on the last remaining friction point in the Hot Springs area which had emerged post April-May 2020 aggression shown by Chinese troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh.

Indian, Chinese troops clash along LAC in Tawang; injuries on both sides

Indian, Chinese troops clash along LAC in Tawang; injuries on both sides

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

Sources said the Indian troops resolutely confronted the Chinese PLA soldiers.

'You Have To Respect The Soul Of India'

'You Have To Respect The Soul Of India'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

'Bharat is the core value that has to be lived by and if you deny it, then the people will discard you.'

Tableaux of states on Rajpath showcase India's cultural diversity

Tableaux of states on Rajpath showcase India's cultural diversity

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

25 tableaux of different states, departments and armed forces were part of the parade.

Pangong bridge area under illegal Chinese occupation: MEA

Pangong bridge area under illegal Chinese occupation: MEA

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

"As regards reports about a bridge being made by the Chinese side on Pangong Lake, the government has been monitoring this activity closely," External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said.

Army says China building infrastructure near Arunachal border

Army says China building infrastructure near Arunachal border

Rediff.com16 May 2022

General Officer Commanding-in Chief of the Eastern command, Lieutenant General R P Kalita, however, said the Indian side is also continuously upgrading its infrastructure and capabilities to deal with any situation which may arise along the border.

Over 68,000 soldiers airlifted to Ladakh post Galwan

Over 68,000 soldiers airlifted to Ladakh post Galwan

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

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.

Amit Shah Wants ITBP To Monitor PLA In Arunachal

Amit Shah Wants ITBP To Monitor PLA In Arunachal

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

The Indian Army guards the Line of Actual Control -- India's border with China -- along with the ITBP.

Winter session of Parl ends early amid demands for discussion on Tawang clash

Winter session of Parl ends early amid demands for discussion on Tawang clash

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

However, members requested the government and the presiding officers of both the House to end the proceedings early citing the festive season and New Year celebrations ahead.

Jaishankar ticks off Rahul over use of 'pitai' for jawans

Jaishankar ticks off Rahul over use of 'pitai' for jawans

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday strongly objected to the use of the term pitai (beating) by former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi while referring to the India-China clash in Tawang, and asserted that our soldiers have stood their ground in Yangtse in Arunachal Pradesh and should be "appreciated and honoured".

FIR charges Newsclick with using Chinese funds to disrupt India's sovereignty

FIR charges Newsclick with using Chinese funds to disrupt India's sovereignty

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

The Delhi Police, in a first information report (FIR) filed under anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) following allegations against news portal NewsClick, has alleged that a large amount of funds came from China in order to disrupt India's sovereignty and cause disaffection against the country.

India 'firmly in control' of northern border: Army on Tawang face-off

India 'firmly in control' of northern border: Army on Tawang face-off

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

The Eastern Army commander said that there were some minor injuries to soldiers on both sides.

Hazare: Jagadeesan slams WR 277; TN win by 435 runs

Hazare: Jagadeesan slams WR 277; TN win by 435 runs

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Narayan Jagadeesan on Monday broke the world record for the highest ever individual score in men's List A cricket by hammering a 141-ball 277 as Tamil Nadu trounced Arunachal Pradesh by a mammoth record margin of 435 runs in the Vijay Hazare Trophy