Sino-indian Relations
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Amidst intense stand-off with China, 11 steps Indian defence policy makers should consider
Although an early resolution remains farfetched, constructive steps must continue at political, diplomatic, and military levels to advance the process.
Major General Yash Mor
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Remembering India and China’s precolonial ties as they square off in Ladakh
Indian officials often invoke the 1962 war as a reminder of when China betrayed its trust.
Jawed Naqvi, Dawn.com
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‘Hurts national interest’: Army denies detention of soldiers by China
The Army’s denial came after reports claimed that an Indian patrol party was detained and later released by China during a standoff between the two sides.
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Trending
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Expelled BJP Minority Morcha leader Usman Ghani arrested in Rajasthan
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Canada: Amid anti-immigration rhetoric, curbing international students is a knee-jerk reaction
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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‘Be freed from what holds you back’: Poems by Buddhist women from the Murty Classical Library
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Why Calcutta HC struck down 25,000 teachers’ appointments and how it could impact the election
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China opposes Amit Shah’s Arunachal visit, India says remarks don’t ‘stand to reason’
Meanwhile, Shah told residents of the northeastern states that the Centre had no plans to repeal the region’s special status.
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China objects to Narendra Modi’s visit to Arunachal Pradesh, India dismisses remark
The state is an ‘integral and inalienable part of India’, the Ministry of External Affairs said.
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India signs first security cooperation pact with China, Kiren Rijiju’s presence sparks speculation
The Union Minister of State for Home and Arunachal Pradesh legislator’s presence at the meeting gains significance amid Beijing’s claims over the state.
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Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Chinese troops intruded 500 metres into Ladakh’s Demchok area in July, say reports
They posed as graziers and pitched five tents before leaving the Cherdung Nullah grazing grounds.
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Status quo prevails in Doklam, India reiterates after US lawmaker claims otherwise
A US Congresswoman claimed that China had ‘quietly resumed’ its activities in the region.
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Mamata Banerjee cancels trip to Beijing, Shanghai after Chinese officials fail to confirm meetings
She was scheduled to lead an Indian delegation in an exchange programme organised by the International Department of the Communist Party of China.
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The Reel
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Aditi Rao Hydari on playing diverse characters: ‘I want the audience to take me home with them’
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The story of India’s unique ‘Milk Revolution’ is going to the Cannes Film Festival
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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More than a military threat, the China-India border dispute is a slow-moving environmental disaster
Most analysis has focused on the potential for another war between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. But there’s another, more likely catastrophe in-the-making.
Ruth Gamble, The Conversation
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‘We don’t want trouble between India and China,’ says former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed
He said India was a ‘net provider of security’ for Indian Ocean nations.
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China says it is ready to talk to India to resolve differences on China-Pakistan Economic Corridor
India has opposed the project as a part of it would pass through the disputed territory of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
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The Field
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Badminton, Thomas and Uber Cup 2024: Indian men beat Thailand in campaign opener; women beat Canada
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IPL 2024: Jake Fraser-McGurk’s whirlwind knock powers Delhi Capitals to win over Mumbai Indians
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: Harshit Kumar wins hammer throw gold as India’s medal tally increases
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Indian compound archers sweep all three team event gold medals
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IPL 2024: Jonny Bairtsow shines as Punjab Kings beat Kolkata Knight Riders in record-breaking match