Prepare For War: Xi To Chinese Military
Xi made the remarks while attending a plenary meeting of the delegation of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and People’s Armed Police Force during the current parliament session being held here.
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In a first, Indian Army Major to be honoured with UN Military Gender Advocate award
Major Gawani is being awarded for her outstanding contribution to peacekeeping efforts in the UN Mission for South Sudan
Mike Pompeo targets China again, says Beijing’s nature becomes clear as result of Covid
President Donald Trump and Pompeo have repeatedly said they suspect the novel coronavirus that was first detected in Wuhan was somehow released from the laboratory.
Tension mounts in Ladakh with more Chinese troops; India maintains aggressive posturing
It is learnt that the Chinese army forcefully stopped movement of Indian troops on several occasions when they were carrying out patrolling in Pangong Tso lake area this week.
China hindering India’s normal patrol across the Line of Actual Control: Ministry of External Affairs
The Ministry of External Affairs said all Indian activities have been carried out on its side of the border and that India has always taken a very responsible approach towards border management. At the same time, it said India was deeply committed to protect its sovereignty and security.
India-Nepal border row: India reacts sharply to new Nepalese map
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had on May 8, opened an 80-km road that ends at Lipulekh Pass on the border with China.
Palestinian President declares end to agreement with Israel, US
Israelis expected to carry out the annexation on July 1 as agreed between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Benny Gantz, the head of the Blue and White party.
US sanctions China-based company providing services to Iran’s Mahan Air
Mahan Air allegedly operates charter flights to Venezuela carrying Iranian technicians and equipment, with materials sourced from China
Chinese troops resort to aggressive posturing in Ladakh, North Sikkim: Sources
Both the Indian and Chinese armies have brought in more troops in sensitive locations like Demchok, Daulat Beg Oldie and areas around Galwan river as well as Pangong Tso lake in Ladakh
India contributes US$ 2 million to UNRWA for the welfare of Palestinian Refugees
India had increased its annual financial contribution to UNRWA from US $1.25 million in 2016 to US$ 5 million in 2018 and 2019,