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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed at Binhai International Airport in Tianjin on Saturday (Aug 30) for a two-day visit to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.<h2>Key bilateral meetings on the sidelines</h2>During the summit, Modi will hold bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. He is also expected to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. Alongside these meetings, Modi will participate in the main SCO deliberations. This is PM Modi's first visit to China following the Galwan Valley clashes in 2020.<h2>Why does the summit matter?</h2>The timing is significant. The summit comes just weeks after US President Donald Trump imposed 50 per cent tariffs on Indian goods, including a 25 per cent duty tied to New Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian crude. For India, the SCO platform offers not just regional engagement but also an opportunity to balance its global energy and trade interests.<h2>Stay connected with WION for all LIVE updates on the SCO Summit 2025</h2>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of terrorism and sought Chinese support to fight the menace. Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed its support in that direction, the government said in a statement.

Jinping vowed support to India’s fight against terror

During their bilateral talks on Sunday,&nbsp;PM Narendra&nbsp;Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping also&nbsp;discussed the current international situation. They deliberated on&nbsp;the challenges posed by Trump tariffs, but their conversation largely remained around bilateral issues, the External Affairs Ministry added.

India and China discussed Trump tariffs briefly

The Indian external affairs ministry also shared in the media briefing in Tianjin on Sunday that there was a proposal from the Chinese side to hold a banquet for PM Narendra Modi to show how important India is and to highlight Modi’s visit after 7 years, but there was a scheduling conflict.

Chinese side proposed hosting a banquet for PM Modi, says External Affairs Ministry

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed on a mutually acceptable boundary solution between the two nations. They also exchanged views on balancing trade, people-to-people ties, and fighting terrorism, the External Affairs Ministry said in the special briefing.

PM Modi and Xi agreed on boundary solution, need to fight terror

During the bilateral meeting, Xi Jinping put forward four suggestions to strengthen common interests, all of which were positively received by PM Modi.PM Modi stressed the need for peace and tranquillity along the border as the foundation for continued bilateral ties. Both leaders agreed that differences should not escalate into disputes, underlining that a stable and amicable relationship would benefit the people of both nations.They further emphasised that India and China, as major Asian powers, should cooperate and allow each other to grow, if the idea of an "Asian Century" is to be realised.

‘India, China should cooperate, if the idea of ‘Asian Century’ is to be realised’

In a special briefing, the External Affairs Ministry said that PM Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping shared their perspectives on growth and development and spoke about their understanding of bilateral relations. which will help guide future aspects of relationships. Both agreed to focus on growth and an amicable relationship, which will benefit 2.8 billion people as common interests outweigh the differences.

PM Modi and President Xi Jinping discussed growth, development: MEA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedow at Tianjin, China, and said in a post on X, “Exchanged perspectives on diverse issues with Mr. Serdar Berdimuhamedow, President of Turkmenistan, during our conversation in Tianjin earlier this evening.”

PM Modi meets Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedow

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Kazakhstan President Qasym-Jomart Toqayev, and shared a picture on X with a tweet saying, “Productive exchange of views with President Tokayev of Kazakhstan. Our nations are working closely in many key sectors, including energy, security, healthcare and pharma.”

PM Modi meets Kazakhstan President Qasym-Jomart Toqayev

PM Narendra Modi met several leaders, including Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon, Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko, and Egypt PM Mostafa Madbouly, at the official reception of the SCO Summit and shared pictures on his X handle. PM Modi also met President Muizzu of Maldives and Nepal PM KP Oli.

PM Modi meets Tajikistan President Rahmon, Lukashenko of Belarus, and Egypt PM Mostafa Madbouly

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives for the Official Reception for Heads of States/Heads of Governments at the SCO Summit 2025 in Tianjin, China.

PM Narendra Modi arrives to attend the official reception of the SCO Summit 2025

&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, Chairman of the State Security and Peace Commission of Myanmar, on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin. The Prime Minister said that India attaches importance to its ties with Myanmar as part of its Neighbourhood First, Act East, and Indo-Pacific policies. The two leaders reviewed bilateral ties and discussed the way forward on several aspects of bilateral cooperation, including development partnership, defence and security, border management, and border trade issues.

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Myanmar acting President Gen Min Aung Hlaing

In his opening remarks at delegation-level talks with PM Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping used the “dragon and elephant” metaphor, and said that as ancient, populous nations and Global South leaders, China and India need to work together as friends and good neighbours.“The World is going towards transformation. China and India are two of the most civilisational countries. We are the world’s two most populous countries and part of the Global South... It is vital to be friends, a good neighbour, and the Dragon and the Elephant to come together...,” he said.

‘The world is going towards transformation, it is vital to be friends,’ says Xi Jinping 

After his meeting with the Chinese President Xi Jinping, Modi took to X to write, &nbsp;“Had a fruitful meeting with President Xi Jinping in Tianjin on the sidelines of the SCO Summit. We reviewed the positive momentum in India-China relations since our last meeting in Kazan. We agreed on the importance of maintaining peace and tranquility in border areas and reaffirmed our commitment to cooperation based on mutual respect, mutual interest and mutual sensitivity.”

PM Modi calls meeting with Xi Jinping 'fruitful', says agreed 'on maintaining peace and tranquility in border areas'

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan lands in Tianjin for SCO summit. President Xi Jinping is gathering dignitaries from around 20 Eurasian countries for the meet.

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&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;Pleased to announce that during my visit to China 🇦🇲–🇨🇳 relations have been elevated to a Strategic Partnership. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Following my meeting with President Xi Jinping, I am confident that this milestone will further deepen our friendship &amp;amp; open new perspectives for cooperation. &lt;a href="https://t.co/fnziKnqpmk"&gt;pic.twitter.com/fnziKnqpmk&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Nikol Pashinyan (@NikolPashinyan) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/NikolPashinyan/status/1962075221172883740?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;August 31, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

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'Honoured to attend the bilateral meeting between PM Modi and Xi Jinping,' said Xu Feihong, Chinese ambassador to India.&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;Honored to attend the bilateral meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Modi on the sidelines of the SCO summit. &lt;a href="https://t.co/w3AaTVI98U"&gt;pic.twitter.com/w3AaTVI98U&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Xu Feihong (@China_Amb_India) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/China_Amb_India/status/1962040403009687785?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;August 31, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: Honoured to attend bilateral meeting between Modi and Xi, says Chinese ambassador to India

Ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin has reaffirmed cooperation between Russia and China. In an interview with Xinhua published on Saturday, Putin expressed his eagerness to hold a discussion with Chinese President Xi Jinping on "all aspects" of Russia's bilateral agenda."I look forward to in-depth discussions with President Xi Jinping on all aspects of our bilateral agenda, including political and security cooperation, as well as economic, cultural and humanitarian ties. And, as always, we will exchange views on pressing regional and international issues," Putin told the Chinese state news agency.After noting the "unprecedented" growth in trade between Russia and China, Putin said that the bilateral trade with Moscow's leading partner has grown by around USD 100 billion since 2021."In terms of trade volume, China is by far Russia's leading partner, while last year Russia ranked fifth among China's foreign trade partners," Putin told Xinhua news agency, adding that transactions between Russia and China are almost completely carried out in rubles and yuan.

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: Putin reaffirms cooperation between Russia and China

&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;&lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#WATCH&lt;/a&gt; | Tianjin, China: Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a meeting with Cai Qi, Secretary of the Secretariat of the Chinese Communist Party.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;(Source: ANI/DD News) &lt;a href="https://t.co/B1WFE3zfzE"&gt;pic.twitter.com/B1WFE3zfzE&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; ANI (@ANI) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1962039334330400958?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;August 31, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: PM Modi holds a meeting with Cai Qi, Secretary of Secretariat of Chinese Communist Party

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Chinese President Xi Jinping said during his bilateral meeting with PM Narendra Modi, "It is a great pleasure for me to meet you again this time in Tianjin. Welcome to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Tianjin Summit. Last year, you and I had a successful meeting in Kazan, and the China-India relationship had resumed and started anew. The two sides have implicitly implemented the important consensus we have agreed, and the bilateral exchanges and cooperation have since made new progress."&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;Tianjin, China: During his bilateral meeting with PM Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping says, &amp;quot;It is a great pleasure for me to meet you again this time in Tianjin. Welcome to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Tianjin Summit. Last year, you and I had a… &lt;a href="https://t.co/CwP69Rq2ke"&gt;https://t.co/CwP69Rq2ke&lt;/a&gt; &lt;a href="https://t.co/BNqKgftGz7"&gt;pic.twitter.com/BNqKgftGz7&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; ANI (@ANI) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1962036282152067144?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;August 31, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: Chinese President Xi Jinping's statement during bilateral meeting with PM Modi

&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;&lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#WATCH&lt;/a&gt; | Tianjin, China: During his bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, &amp;quot;An agreement has been reached between our Special Representatives regarding border management. Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has been resumed. Direct flights… &lt;a href="https://t.co/ctxwPLlWXr"&gt;pic.twitter.com/ctxwPLlWXr&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; ANI (@ANI) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1962014112969642487?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;August 31, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: PM Modi's full statement during bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping

&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;&lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#WATCH&lt;/a&gt; | Tianjin, China: During his bilateral meeting with PM Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping says, &amp;quot;... China and India are two ancient civilisations in the East. We are the world&amp;#39;s two most populous countries, and we are also important members of the Global South.… &lt;a href="https://t.co/uJV595g54i"&gt;pic.twitter.com/uJV595g54i&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; ANI (@ANI) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1962025531659976746?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;August 31, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: Chinese President Xi Jinping's full statement during bilateral meeting with PM Modi

During his bilateral meeting with Indian PM Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping said that India and China are ‘world’s most civilisational nations’. He underlined the importance of both countries in the Global South

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: China-India world’s most civilisational nations, Chinese President Xi Jinping to PM Modi

During his bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "An agreement has been reached between our Special Representatives regarding border management. Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has been resumed. Direct flights between the two countries are also being resumed. The interests of 2.8 billion people of both countries are linked to our cooperation. This will also pave the way for the welfare of the entire humanity. We are committed to taking our relations forward on the basis of mutual trust, respect and sensitivity."

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: India, China to start direct flights, PM Modi tells Chinese President Xi Jinping

&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;&lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#WATCH&lt;/a&gt; | Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin, China.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;(Source: ANI/DD News) &lt;a href="https://t.co/BNRfDkDtCW"&gt;pic.twitter.com/BNRfDkDtCW&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; ANI (@ANI) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1962010377572831573?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;August 31, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: PM Modi and Chinese president Xi Jinping meet after ten months

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is holding a bilateral meeting with Chinese Premier Xi Jinping on the sidelines of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin. As the meeting gets underway, let's have a look at the military might of the SCO nations - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/from-india-to-china-russia-to-pakistan-sco-nations-combined-military-strength-revealed-1756027108247">Details here</a>

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: What is the combined military strength of SCO nations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky over the phone on Saturday and discussed the latest situation on Kyiv’s war with Moscow, the Prime Minister’s Office announced on Saturday evening. Zelensky also said that he apprised PM Modi about his recent talks with US President Donald Trump in Washington.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-speaks-to-zelensky-before-meeting-putin-extends-full-support-to-efforts-for-restoring-peace-1756567044307"> Details here</a>

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: Ahead of SCO Summit, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke to Indian PM Narendra Modi

Indian PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping's meeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin begins

SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: Indian PM Modi and Chinese President's Xi Jinping's meeting begins

Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has reached Tianjin for the 2025 SCO Summit.

Pakistani prime minister arrives in Tianjin for SCO Summit

This year's summit is a landmark event for the organisation, marking the fifth time China has hosted it and making it the largest gathering since the SCO's founding. Over 20 world leaders and 10 heads of international organisations will attend this historical summit.

SCO Summit 2025: China's fifth time hosting 

In an interview with Xinhua News Agency, Russian President Vladimir Putin slammed “discriminatory sanctions” and asserted that Moscow and Beijing are "united in strengthening" the BRICS grouping to address global issues. Ahead of the upcoming 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit taking place in the Tianjin municipality of China, the Russian President underlined the deepening cooperation between the two nations within multilateral platforms."We are working closely with China within BRICS to expand its role as a key pillar of global architecture. Together, we advance initiatives aimed at expanding economic opportunities for member states, including the creation of common platforms for partnership in strategic sectors," Putin said, as quoted by Xinhua News Agency. "We stand united in strengthening BRICS' ability to address pressing global challenges, share similar views on regional and international security, and take a common stand against discriminatory sanctions that hinder the socioeconomic development of our members and the world at large," he added.

Russia and China unite against 'discriminatory sanctions,' says Putin

&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;Heartened by the warm welcome I’ve received during my ongoing official visit to China.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;I met with His Excellency President Xi Jinping today in Tianjin and discussed expediting joint initiatives and explored potential avenues to expand existing cooperation. Our solid development… &lt;a href="https://t.co/nN4y6pXch3"&gt;pic.twitter.com/nN4y6pXch3&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Dr Mohamed Muizzu (@MMuizzu) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/MMuizzu/status/1961990405328863617?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;August 31, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu receives warm welcome from Chinese President Xi Jinping

Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in the northern Chinese city of Tianjin on Sunday to attend a summit hosted by counterpart Xi Jinping with around 20 other world leaders.

Putin arrives in China for SEO summit

&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="zh" dir="ltr"&gt;在天津，得到来自中国各地印度侨民热情而特别的欢迎。以下是一些精彩瞬间。 &lt;a href="https://t.co/CavM0izOyZ"&gt;pic.twitter.com/CavM0izOyZ&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1961767416872206672?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;August 30, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

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This trip will be PM Modi's first visit to China since the 2020 Galwan Valley clashes. It comes as India and China, in recent days, have made moves to improve their relationship, like restarting trade via the Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand, Shipki La Pass in Himachal Pradesh, and Nathu La Pass in Sikkim. &nbsp;

Indian PM's first visit to China in five years

China's Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, extended a warm welcome to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he arrived in Tianjin for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit on Saturday. In a post on X, the ambassador expressed his belief that this visit will "inject new momentum into China-India relations.""Warmly welcome Prime Minister Modi to China to attend #SCOsummit. Confident that this visit will inject new momentum into #China-India relations," he said in a post on X.

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PM Modi is in China for his first visit since 2020 to attend the SCO Summit. He will hold bilateral talks with President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin, as he seeks to balance India's global interests amid US tariffs. Stay tuned to WION for all LIVE updates.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed at Binhai International Airport in Tianjin on Saturday (Aug 30) for a two-day visit to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. Key bilateral meetings on the sidelines During the summit, Modi will hold bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. He is also expected to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. Alongside these meetings, Modi will participate in the main SCO deliberations. This is PM Modi's first visit to China following the Galwan Valley clashes in 2020. Why does the summit matter? The timing is significant. The summit comes just weeks after US President Donald Trump imposed 50 per cent tariffs on Indian goods, including a 25 per cent duty tied to New Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian crude. For India, the SCO platform offers not just regional engagement but also an opportunity to balance its global energy and trade interests. Stay connected with WION for all LIVE updates on the SCO Summit 2025

PM Modi is in China for his first visit since 2020 to attend the SCO Summit. He will hold bilateral talks with President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin, as he seeks to balance India's global interests amid US tariffs. Stay tuned to WION for all LIVE updates.

SCO Summit 2025 Highlights: Xi Jinping vowed support to India’s fight against terror

As Indian PM Narendra Modi visits China, here is what you should know about Tianjin, the city hostim him for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit 2025
 

Modi lands at Tianjin for Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit 2025: Here are 7 things to know about the Chinese city

Security forces succeeded in inflicting a major blow to the network of terrorist groups operating from across the border by killing Bagu Khan, popularly known as the “human GPS” in terror ranks, in the Gurez sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Bandipora district on Saturday. Bagu Khan earned the nickname ‘Human GPS’ since he knew the difficult terrain of the region near the Line of Control (LoC) like the back of his hand and was responsible for at least 100 infiltration attempts, most of which were successful. He assisted all terror outfits in the planning and execution of infiltrations from Gurez and adjoining sectors along the Line of Control (LoC).&nbsp;Bagu Khan, also known as Samandar Chacha, was one of the oldest and most prolific facilitators of infiltration and was based in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir since 1995. Bagu Khan was shot dead along with another terrorist during an infiltration attempt from the Nowshera Naar area.&nbsp;Sources in the security grid said Khan was responsible for facilitating more than 100 infiltration attempts from various areas of the Gurez sector, with the majority being successful due to his exhaustive knowledge of the region’s tough terrain and secret routes. This proficiency of Khan made him special for all terror groups.&nbsp;While he was a Hizbul commander, he helped every terror outfit in planning and executing infiltrations from the Gurez and neighbouring sectors along the Line of Control.Khan had succeeded in evading security forces for years, but his luck finally ran out during the latest infiltration attempt.&nbsp;Security agencies are regarding the elimination of Bagu Khan as a major setback to the logistics network of the terrorist outfits in the region.&nbsp;The encounter took place two days after the two terrorists attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control in the Gurez sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Bandipora district were gunned down by the Indian Army on Thursday.The encounter took place near Naushehra Naar under Operation Naushera Nar IV, where alert troops challenged a group of heavily armed infiltrators trying to cross into Indian territory. An exchange of fire ensued, resulting in the security forces eliminating two terrorists.&nbsp;“Based on intelligence provided by Jammu and Kashmir Police regarding a likely infiltration attempt, a joint operation was launched by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police in the Gurez Sector,” said the Indian Army’s Srinagar-based Chinar Corps.&nbsp;

Bagu Khan, popularly known as the “human GPS” in terror ranks, was a Hizbul commander, but he helped every terror outfit in planning and executing infiltrations from the Gurez and neighbouring sectors along the Line of Control. He had succeeded in evading forces for years. 

Security forces succeeded in inflicting a major blow to the network of terrorist groups operating from across the border by killing Bagu Khan, popularly known as the “human GPS” in terror ranks, in the Gurez sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Bandipora district on Saturday. Bagu Khan earned the nickname ‘Human GPS’ since he knew the difficult terrain of the region near the Line of Control (LoC) like the back of his hand and was responsible for at least 100 infiltration attempts, most of which were successful. He assisted all terror outfits in the planning and execution of infiltrations from Gurez and adjoining sectors along the Line of Control (LoC). Bagu Khan, also known as Samandar Chacha, was one of the oldest and most prolific facilitators of infiltration and was based in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir since 1995. Bagu Khan was shot dead along with another terrorist during an infiltration attempt from the Nowshera Naar area. Sources in the security grid said Khan was responsible for facilitating more than 100 infiltration attempts from various areas of the Gurez sector, with the majority being successful due to his exhaustive knowledge of the region’s tough terrain and secret routes. This proficiency of Khan made him special for all terror groups. While he was a Hizbul commander, he helped every terror outfit in planning and executing infiltrations from the Gurez and neighbouring sectors along the Line of Control. Khan had succeeded in evading security forces for years, but his luck finally ran out during the latest infiltration attempt. Security agencies are regarding the elimination of Bagu Khan as a major setback to the logistics network of the terrorist outfits in the region. The encounter took place two days after the two terrorists attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control in the Gurez sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Bandipora district were gunned down by the Indian Army on Thursday. The encounter took place near Naushehra Naar under Operation Naushera Nar IV, where alert troops challenged a group of heavily armed infiltrators trying to cross into Indian territory. An exchange of fire ensued, resulting in the security forces eliminating two terrorists. “Based on intelligence provided by Jammu and Kashmir Police regarding a likely infiltration attempt, a joint operation was launched by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police in the Gurez Sector,” said the Indian Army’s Srinagar-based Chinar Corps.

Bagu Khan, popularly known as the “human GPS” in terror ranks, was a Hizbul commander, but he helped every terror outfit in planning and executing infiltrations from the Gurez and neighbouring sectors along the Line of Control. He had succeeded in evading forces for years.&nbsp;

Prolific infiltration facilitator Bagu Khan, alias ‘Human GPS,’ killed in encounter in J&K’s Gurez

Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Tianjin on August 30, 2025, to participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit (SCO) scheduled for August 31-September 1. This is PM Modi's first visit in 7 years. Upon arrival, Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora living in China, while a Chinese artist performed Classical Indian music and dance.&nbsp;India and China historically had troubled relations, with territorial disputes including the Line of Actual Control (LAC), Aksai Chin, which is claimed by India but China controls it and Arunachal Pradesh, which is part of India but China makes a claim of it. There had been military standoffs and border skirmishes like the Galwan Valley standoff of 2020, which soured the relationship even more. Moreover, India alleged that during the 4-day-long scuffle with Pakistan, China provided operational and technical assistance, an accusation which had been denied by Beijing. New Delhi also frowns upon, Beijing's closeness to its rival at Islamabad via the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Even though China is India's largest trade partner, India runs a huge trade deficit with China, appx. $100 billion in 2024-25, which puts India in a weaker situation. Despite this, there is a mass mobilisation in the country against Chinese products and restricted Chinese apps and investment. This had created significant friction between the two nations. India wants to rival Chinese influence in South Asia.But with the recent 50 per cent tariff on India by the US and the Indian Prime Minister visiting China almost after 7 years, speculations about the two giant economies growing closer will alarm Washington.&nbsp;<h2>Is there a shift in India-China relations</h2>There had been a notable shift between India and China relations. Both nations are pragmatic in their approach towards each other. India and China, in October 2024, agreed to establish a Border Patrol agreement, which reinstated patrols and eased tension in key zones like Depsang and Demchok. In June 2025, India and China agreed on a four-point formula during bilateral talks, disengagement, demarcation, working-level mechanisms and de-escalation.&nbsp;In August 2025, first time after the COVID-19 lockdown, India and China opened direct flight routes. Both nations agreed to resume border trade after 5 years via the mountain passes Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand, Shipki La in Himachal Pradesh and Nathu La in Sikkim, though Nepal objected to it. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra also resumed after 5 years. As India-US relations face challenges, India-China relations found a catalyst for rapprochement. Despite tensions, India-China bilateral trade was highest in 2024-25. China wants India to be part of the multipolar world, one that is not dominated by the Western neo-liberal agenda, by being an active part of BRICS and SCO. But India is finding it hard to balance between the West and the Global South. Despite the positive signals, China views its relationship with India as a strategic rivalry, with the border dispute as its core issue. It is also wary about India's growing defence cooperation with the US. Analysts believe both nations remain committed to the idea of trade and cooperation, but internal security and border security will likely remain a bone of contention.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Tianjin visit for the SCO Summit 2025 marks a cautious thaw in India-China ties. From border patrol agreements to flight and trade resumption, both nations are seeking pragmatic engagement despite rivalry and U.S. tensions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Tianjin on August 30, 2025, to participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit (SCO) scheduled for August 31-September 1. This is PM Modi's first visit in 7 years. Upon arrival, Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora living in China, while a Chinese artist performed Classical Indian music and dance. India and China historically had troubled relations, with territorial disputes including the Line of Actual Control (LAC), Aksai Chin, which is claimed by India but China controls it and Arunachal Pradesh, which is part of India but China makes a claim of it. There had been military standoffs and border skirmishes like the Galwan Valley standoff of 2020, which soured the relationship even more. Moreover, India alleged that during the 4-day-long scuffle with Pakistan, China provided operational and technical assistance, an accusation which had been denied by Beijing. New Delhi also frowns upon, Beijing's closeness to its rival at Islamabad via the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Even though China is India's largest trade partner, India runs a huge trade deficit with China, appx. $100 billion in 2024-25, which puts India in a weaker situation. Despite this, there is a mass mobilisation in the country against Chinese products and restricted Chinese apps and investment. This had created significant friction between the two nations. India wants to rival Chinese influence in South Asia. But with the recent 50 per cent tariff on India by the US and the Indian Prime Minister visiting China almost after 7 years, speculations about the two giant economies growing closer will alarm Washington. Is there a shift in India-China relations There had been a notable shift between India and China relations. Both nations are pragmatic in their approach towards each other. India and China, in October 2024, agreed to establish a Border Patrol agreement, which reinstated patrols and eased tension in key zones like Depsang and Demchok. In June 2025, India and China agreed on a four-point formula during bilateral talks, disengagement, demarcation, working-level mechanisms and de-escalation. In August 2025, first time after the COVID-19 lockdown, India and China opened direct flight routes. Both nations agreed to resume border trade after 5 years via the mountain passes Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand, Shipki La in Himachal Pradesh and Nathu La in Sikkim, though Nepal objected to it. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra also resumed after 5 years. As India-US relations face challenges, India-China relations found a catalyst for rapprochement. Despite tensions, India-China bilateral trade was highest in 2024-25. China wants India to be part of the multipolar world, one that is not dominated by the Western neo-liberal agenda, by being an active part of BRICS and SCO. But India is finding it hard to balance between the West and the Global South. Despite the positive signals, China views its relationship with India as a strategic rivalry, with the border dispute as its core issue. It is also wary about India's growing defence cooperation with the US. Analysts believe both nations remain committed to the idea of trade and cooperation, but internal security and border security will likely remain a bone of contention.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Tianjin visit for the SCO Summit 2025 marks a cautious thaw in India-China ties. From border patrol agreements to flight and trade resumption, both nations are seeking pragmatic engagement despite rivalry and U.S. tensions.

Ahead of SCO Summit 2025, India and China revive confidence-building measures with border trade, flight resumption

The age of fighting one enemy at a time is over. Gone are the days when our defence systems could track a single missile, aim at it, and shoot it down in peace. Today's battlefield is like a video game on steroids, enemies attack from everywhere at once.<h2>The Old Way vs The New Reality</h2>Earlier, our defence was simple. See the missile, lock on target, fire. This worked when enemies sent one or two missiles at a time.But now? Imagine facing a swarm of drones, cyber hackers trying to crash our systems, missiles coming from space, and electronic jammers all attacking together. Our old systems would be like using a single security guard to handle a riot.This is exactly why Prime Minister Modi's vision of India's&nbsp;Sudarshan Chakra defence system&nbsp;makes perfect sense. Just like&nbsp;Lord Krishna's divine weapon&nbsp;that could strike multiple enemies simultaneously, India needs a defence shield that can handle multiple threats at once.<h2>What Makes Modern Warfare So Dangerous?</h2>Think of it this way: if earlier warfare was like chess, one move at a time, today's warfare is like playing chess, carrom, and video games all at once while someone is trying to hack your phone.Countries like China and Pakistan are not going to send just missiles anymore. They will combine:<ul><li>Swarms of cheap drones&nbsp;(like the ones we saw in Ukraine)</li><li>Super-fast hypersonic missiles&nbsp;that travel at 5 times the speed of sound</li><li>Cyber attacks&nbsp;to shut down our power grids and communication</li><li>Electronic jamming&nbsp;to blind our radars</li><li>Attacks from space&nbsp;satellites</li></ul><h2>Speed is Life in Modern Defence</h2>The biggest challenge?&nbsp;Speed. Modern weapons are so fast that by the time a human operator sees the threat, decides what to do, and gives orders to fire back, the enemy missile has already hit its target. This is where&nbsp;Artificial Intelligence (AI)&nbsp;comes in. Just like how your smartphone automatically focuses the camera and adjusts brightness before you even click, our defence systems need AI that can&nbsp;spot threats, decide the best response, and fire back – all in milliseconds. The&nbsp;Pentagon in America&nbsp;has realized this too. In April 2025, they called for urgent use of AI in defence, admitting that&nbsp;human reaction time is too slow&nbsp;for modern threats.<h2>India's Sudarshan Chakra Vision</h2>PM Modi's concept of&nbsp;Sudarshan Chakra&nbsp;is brilliant because it understands this new reality. Like the mythical weapon that could:<ul><li>Attack multiple enemies at once</li><li>Change direction mid-flight</li><li>Return to its owner</li><li>Never miss its target</li></ul>India's defence system needs to be equally&nbsp;smart and flexible.<h2>What This Means Practically</h2>Instead of having separate systems for different threats, India is building an&nbsp;integrated shield&nbsp;that includes:<ol><li>Space-based sensors&nbsp;that can spot threats from outer space</li><li>AI-powered radars&nbsp;that can track hundreds of objects simultaneously</li><li>Cyber defence units&nbsp;protecting our digital infrastructure</li><li>Electronic warfare capabilities&nbsp;to jam enemy communications</li><li>Multiple layers of interceptors&nbsp;– from small drones to big missiles</li></ol><h2>Learning from Global Examples</h2>The&nbsp;U.S. Space Force&nbsp;has been upgrading its systems since June 2025, opening&nbsp;new space operation centers&nbsp;that act like mission control rooms, connecting space satellites with ground-based weapons in real-time.Israel's Iron Dome, while excellent for short-range rockets, cannot meet India's larger challenge. We need protection against&nbsp;China's hypersonic missiles,&nbsp;Pakistan's conventional weapons, and potential&nbsp;cyber attacks from anywhere in the world.<h2>The Technology Behind the Shield</h2>The key technologies that make this possible are:Artificial Intelligence (AI):&nbsp;Like having thousands of chess grandmasters working together, AI can calculate millions of possible threat scenarios and choose the best response in split seconds.Digital Twins:&nbsp;These are computer copies of our entire defence system. Engineers can test "what if" scenarios – like what happens if 100 drones attack Mumbai while missiles target Delhi – without actually facing the real threat.Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE):&nbsp;This is like having a master blueprint that shows how every piece of equipment should work together, from the satellite in space to the missile launcher on the ground.<h2>Challenges We Must Overcome</h2>Building this system is not easy. The biggest challenges are:<ol><li>Integration:&nbsp;Making sure systems built by different companies and countries can talk to each other</li><li>Speed:&nbsp;Reducing the time between detecting a threat and neutralizing it</li><li>Resilience:&nbsp;Ensuring the system works even if some parts are damaged or hacked</li><li>Cost:&nbsp;Building something advanced yet affordable for India's budget</li></ol><h2>Why This Matters for Every Indian</h2>This is not just about military strategy. A strong defence shield means:<ul><li>Better protection for our cities and people</li><li>Confidence for foreign investors and businesses</li><li>Stronger position in international negotiations</li><li>Peace of mind for families living near borders</li></ul><h2>The Road Ahead</h2>India is on the&nbsp;right track. Our&nbsp;space agency ISRO,&nbsp;defence research organization DRDO, and private companies like&nbsp;Tata and Mahindra&nbsp;are all working together. The government has also opened up defence manufacturing to private companies, bringing in fresh ideas and competition.But we need to&nbsp;move faster. Our enemies are not waiting, and technology changes every day. The next five years will decide whether&nbsp;India becomes a global defence technology leader&nbsp;or remains dependent on others.<h2>Conclusion</h2>The&nbsp;Sudarshan Chakra&nbsp;was not just a weapon – it was a symbol of&nbsp;justice, protection, and divine intervention&nbsp;when needed most. PM Modi's vision of India's defence system carrying this name is both&nbsp;inspiring and practical. In today's world, the biggest security threat is not just&nbsp;enemy missiles, but our own&nbsp;slow thinking and outdated systems. By building a truly&nbsp;integrated, AI-powered, multi-domain defence system, India can ensure that like&nbsp;Lord Krishna's divine chakra, our protection will be&nbsp;swift, sure, and always on target. The time for half-measures is over.&nbsp;India's Sudarshan Chakra must be built now, built right, and built to win.

Modern warfare has shifted from single-target defences to complex threats. Nations now face swarms of drones, cyberattacks, space missiles and jammers simultaneously, overwhelming old systems designed for simpler, one-on-one battles.

The age of fighting one enemy at a time is over. Gone are the days when our defence systems could track a single missile, aim at it, and shoot it down in peace. Today's battlefield is like a video game on steroids, enemies attack from everywhere at once. The Old Way vs The New Reality Earlier, our defence was simple. See the missile, lock on target, fire. This worked when enemies sent one or two missiles at a time. But now? Imagine facing a swarm of drones, cyber hackers trying to crash our systems, missiles coming from space, and electronic jammers all attacking together. Our old systems would be like using a single security guard to handle a riot. This is exactly why Prime Minister Modi's vision of India's Sudarshan Chakra defence system makes perfect sense. Just like Lord Krishna's divine weapon that could strike multiple enemies simultaneously, India needs a defence shield that can handle multiple threats at once. What Makes Modern Warfare So Dangerous? Think of it this way: if earlier warfare was like chess, one move at a time, today's warfare is like playing chess, carrom, and video games all at once while someone is trying to hack your phone. Countries like China and Pakistan are not going to send just missiles anymore. They will combine: Swarms of cheap drones (like the ones we saw in Ukraine) Super-fast hypersonic missiles that travel at 5 times the speed of sound Cyber attacks to shut down our power grids and communication Electronic jamming to blind our radars Attacks from space satellites Speed is Life in Modern Defence The biggest challenge? Speed. Modern weapons are so fast that by the time a human operator sees the threat, decides what to do, and gives orders to fire back, the enemy missile has already hit its target. This is where Artificial Intelligence (AI) comes in. Just like how your smartphone automatically focuses the camera and adjusts brightness before you even click, our defence systems need AI that can spot threats, decide the best response, and fire back – all in milliseconds. The Pentagon in America has realized this too. In April 2025, they called for urgent use of AI in defence, admitting that human reaction time is too slow for modern threats. India's Sudarshan Chakra Vision PM Modi's concept of Sudarshan Chakra is brilliant because it understands this new reality. Like the mythical weapon that could: Attack multiple enemies at once Change direction mid-flight Return to its owner Never miss its target India's defence system needs to be equally smart and flexible. What This Means Practically Instead of having separate systems for different threats, India is building an integrated shield that includes: Space-based sensors that can spot threats from outer space AI-powered radars that can track hundreds of objects simultaneously Cyber defence units protecting our digital infrastructure Electronic warfare capabilities to jam enemy communications Multiple layers of interceptors – from small drones to big missiles Learning from Global Examples The U.S. Space Force has been upgrading its systems since June 2025, opening new space operation centers that act like mission control rooms, connecting space satellites with ground-based weapons in real-time. Israel's Iron Dome, while excellent for short-range rockets, cannot meet India's larger challenge. We need protection against China's hypersonic missiles, Pakistan's conventional weapons, and potential cyber attacks from anywhere in the world. The Technology Behind the Shield The key technologies that make this possible are: Artificial Intelligence (AI): Like having thousands of chess grandmasters working together, AI can calculate millions of possible threat scenarios and choose the best response in split seconds. Digital Twins: These are computer copies of our entire defence system. Engineers can test "what if" scenarios – like what happens if 100 drones attack Mumbai while missiles target Delhi – without actually facing the real threat. Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE): This is like having a master blueprint that shows how every piece of equipment should work together, from the satellite in space to the missile launcher on the ground. Challenges We Must Overcome Building this system is not easy. The biggest challenges are: Integration: Making sure systems built by different companies and countries can talk to each other Speed: Reducing the time between detecting a threat and neutralizing it Resilience: Ensuring the system works even if some parts are damaged or hacked Cost: Building something advanced yet affordable for India's budget Why This Matters for Every Indian This is not just about military strategy. A strong defence shield means: Better protection for our cities and people Confidence for foreign investors and businesses Stronger position in international negotiations Peace of mind for families living near borders The Road Ahead India is on the right track. Our space agency ISRO, defence research organization DRDO, and private companies like Tata and Mahindra are all working together. The government has also opened up defence manufacturing to private companies, bringing in fresh ideas and competition. But we need to move faster. Our enemies are not waiting, and technology changes every day. The next five years will decide whether India becomes a global defence technology leader or remains dependent on others. Conclusion The Sudarshan Chakra was not just a weapon – it was a symbol of justice, protection, and divine intervention when needed most. PM Modi's vision of India's defence system carrying this name is both inspiring and practical. In today's world, the biggest security threat is not just enemy missiles, but our own slow thinking and outdated systems. By building a truly integrated, AI-powered, multi-domain defence system, India can ensure that like Lord Krishna's divine chakra, our protection will be swift, sure, and always on target. The time for half-measures is over. India's Sudarshan Chakra must be built now, built right, and built to win.

Modern warfare has shifted from single-target defences to complex threats. Nations now face swarms of drones, cyberattacks, space missiles and jammers simultaneously, overwhelming old systems designed for simpler, one-on-one battles.

War at the speed of light: Why India must build the Sudarshan Chakra NOW

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky over the phone on Saturday and discussed the latest situation on Kyiv’s war with Moscow, the Prime Minister’s Office announced on Saturday evening. Zelensky also said that he apprised PM Modi about his recent talks with US President Donald Trump in Washington.The telephonic conversation between the two leaders came just a day before PM Modi is scheduled to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, in Tianjin, where they have gathered to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.&nbsp;“Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with the President of Ukraine, H.E. Mr Volodymyr Zelenskyy. President Zelenskyy shared his perspective on the recent developments related to Ukraine,” a PMO statement said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Thank President Zelenskyy for his phone call today. We exchanged views on the ongoing conflict, its humanitarian aspect, and efforts to restore peace and stability. India extends full support to all efforts in this direction. <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ZelenskyyUa</a>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1961800033579544651?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;The PM thanked Zelensky and reaffirmed India’s steadfast and consistent position for peaceful settlement of the conflict and full support for efforts for restoring peace at the earliest, it added.“Thank President Zelenskyy for his phone call today. We exchanged views on the ongoing conflict, its humanitarian aspect, and efforts to restore peace and stability. India extends full support to all efforts in this direction,” PM Modi posted on X (formerly Twitter) moments after his discussion with the Ukrainian president.Zelensky also shared an optimistic view about his conversation with PM Modi, calling it “a productive and important conversation”.&nbsp;“I spoke with Prime Minister of India@NarendraModi. I informed about the talks with President Trump in Washington with the participation of European leaders. It was a productive and important conversation, a shared vision among partners on how to achieve real peace. Ukraine reaffirmed its readiness for a meeting with the head of Russia,” Zelenskyy wrote on X.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I spoke with Prime Minister of India <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NarendraModi</a>. I informed about the talks with President Trump in Washington with the participation of European leaders. It was a productive and important conversation, a shared vision among partners on how to achieve real peace. Ukraine… <a href="https://t.co/fINVbncnlR">pic.twitter.com/fINVbncnlR</a>&mdash; Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa/status/1961801645131698226?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

During his talks with Trump at the Oval Office, Zelensky said that he was open to holding elections once peace is restored in Ukraine.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky and reaffirmed India’s steadfast and consistent position for peaceful settlement of the conflict and full support to all efforts for restoring peace at the earliest.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky over the phone on Saturday and discussed the latest situation on Kyiv’s war with Moscow, the Prime Minister’s Office announced on Saturday evening. Zelensky also said that he apprised PM Modi about his recent talks with US President Donald Trump in Washington. The telephonic conversation between the two leaders came just a day before PM Modi is scheduled to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, in Tianjin, where they have gathered to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. “Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with the President of Ukraine, H.E. Mr Volodymyr Zelenskyy. President Zelenskyy shared his perspective on the recent developments related to Ukraine,” a PMO statement said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky and reaffirmed India’s steadfast and consistent position for peaceful settlement of the conflict and full support to all efforts for restoring peace at the earliest.

PM Modi speaks to Zelensky before meeting Putin, extends full support to efforts for restoring peace

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Saturday that in today’s global politics there are no permanent friends or enemies, only permanent interests, as he stressed India’s thrust on “aatmanirbharta” (self-reliance) in defence, and mentioned the significant strides made in indigenisation, including the commissioning of two locally designed Nilgiri-class stealth frigates, including INS Himgiri and INS Udaygiri. “In the light of self-reliance, the nation is now making all warships domestically. The navy has pledged not to buy warships from any other country but to make them in India and nowhere else,” said Rajnath Singh while speaking at the NDTV Defence Summit 2025. The defence minister’s statement assumes significance amid tariff tensions with the United States and the thaw in India-China relations signifying shifting geopolitics and a bid to tackle global trade turmoil.&nbsp;Singh also said that India’s indigenously built defence system, Sudarshan Chakra, would become a reality soon.&nbsp;“Globally, there is a war-like situation for trade right now,” Singh said, while noting that developed nations were turning increasingly protectionist. India does not consider anybody its enemy but will not compromise the interests of its people, he said.&nbsp;<h2>‘Self-reliance a necessity in time of unstable geopolitics’</h2>&nbsp;Singh also said that self-reliance is not just an advantage but has become a necessity in the time of unstable geopolitics.&nbsp;“The world today is changing so rapidly that new challenges are emerging before us every day. Be it pandemics, terrorism, or regional conflicts, this century has proven to be the most unstable and challenging on every front so far,” Singh said.&nbsp;“In such circumstances, if we talk about today’s strategic requirements, it becomes clear that “atmanirbharta” (self-reliance) is not an option in today’s time; self-reliance is not just an advantage but has become a necessity,” he added.&nbsp;<h2>‘External dependency in defence no longer an option’</h2>&nbsp;“Today’s shifting geopolitics has also made it clear that external dependency in the field of defence is no longer an option for us. Self-reliance is essential for both our economy and our security,” he said.Singh referred to the highly successful precision strikes during Operation Sindoor attack and said they highlighted the effectiveness of indigenous defence systems.The minister added that India’s defence exports have jumped from under ₹700 crore in 2014 to nearly ₹24,000 crore now, marking the country’s shift from importer to emerging exporter.&nbsp;The defence minister’s remarks assume significance as Prime Minister Narendra Modi travels to China, where he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping as India recalibrates its relations with China. PM Modi will also hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s remarks assume significance as Prime Minister Narendra Modi travels to China, where he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping as India recalibrates its relations with China. PM Modi will also hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Saturday that in today’s global politics there are no permanent friends or enemies, only permanent interests, as he stressed India’s thrust on “aatmanirbharta” (self-reliance) in defence, and mentioned the significant strides made in indigenisation, including the commissioning of two locally designed Nilgiri-class stealth frigates, including INS Himgiri and INS Udaygiri. “In the light of self-reliance, the nation is now making all warships domestically. The navy has pledged not to buy warships from any other country but to make them in India and nowhere else,” said Rajnath Singh while speaking at the NDTV Defence Summit 2025. The defence minister’s statement assumes significance amid tariff tensions with the United States and the thaw in India-China relations signifying shifting geopolitics and a bid to tackle global trade turmoil. Singh also said that India’s indigenously built defence system, Sudarshan Chakra, would become a reality soon. “Globally, there is a war-like situation for trade right now,” Singh said, while noting that developed nations were turning increasingly protectionist. India does not consider anybody its enemy but will not compromise the interests of its people, he said. ‘Self-reliance a necessity in time of unstable geopolitics’ Singh also said that self-reliance is not just an advantage but has become a necessity in the time of unstable geopolitics. “The world today is changing so rapidly that new challenges are emerging before us every day. Be it pandemics, terrorism, or regional conflicts, this century has proven to be the most unstable and challenging on every front so far,” Singh said. “In such circumstances, if we talk about today’s strategic requirements, it becomes clear that “atmanirbharta” (self-reliance) is not an option in today’s time; self-reliance is not just an advantage but has become a necessity,” he added. ‘External dependency in defence no longer an option’ “Today’s shifting geopolitics has also made it clear that external dependency in the field of defence is no longer an option for us. Self-reliance is essential for both our economy and our security,” he said. Singh referred to the highly successful precision strikes during Operation Sindoor attack and said they highlighted the effectiveness of indigenous defence systems. The minister added that India’s defence exports have jumped from under ₹700 crore in 2014 to nearly ₹24,000 crore now, marking the country’s shift from importer to emerging exporter. The defence minister’s remarks assume significance as Prime Minister Narendra Modi travels to China, where he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping as India recalibrates its relations with China. PM Modi will also hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s remarks assume significance as Prime Minister Narendra Modi travels to China, where he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping as India recalibrates its relations with China. PM Modi will also hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

‘No permanent friends or enemies, just…,’ says Rajnath Singh amid shifting geopolitics

As global trade faces fresh headwinds from unilateral US tariffs, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with his Japanese counterpart, Shigeru Ishiba, in Tokyo has drawn sharp attention. The two-day visit marks the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit and comes at a time when both nations seek to build more robust economic buffers. With the US imposing duties on key imports, India and Japan are stepping up their partnership to secure supply chains and drive mutual growth, a move that could steady Asia’s economic landscape.&nbsp;The summit builds on a long-standing special strategic and global partnership between the two countries. During the talks, PM Modi and Ishiba agreed to expand cooperation across eight key fields: economy, economic security, mobility, environment, technology and innovation, health, people-to-people links, and ties between local governments. This broad framework aims to address shared challenges like climate change and digital divides while capitalising on each other’s strengths. Japan, with its advanced tech base, and India, with its vast market and young workforce, see this as a way to create jobs and spur innovation on both sides.&nbsp;At the heart of the discussions lies PM Modi’s flagship ‘Make in India’ programme, now evolving into ‘Make for the World’. The prime minister urged Japanese industry leaders at the India-Japan Economic Forum to invest more deeply in five priority areas: manufacturing, technology and innovation, green energy, next-generation infrastructure, and skills development. He highlighted the success of India-Japan collaboration in the automobile sector, where Japanese firms like Suzuki and Honda helped build India’s auto industry from scratch in the 1980s. Today, India ranks among the world’s top vehicle producers, thanks in part to that early support. PM Modi suggested replicating this model in emerging fields such as batteries, robotics, semiconductors, shipbuilding, and nuclear energy.&nbsp;Japan’s response has been enthusiastic. Tokyo plans to double its private-sector investment in India to 10 trillion yen, or about USD 68 billion, over the next decade. This builds on the previous target of 5 trillion yen set in 2022, which saw annual inflows of around 1 trillion yen. Japanese companies have already poured over USD 40 billion into India, including USD 13 billion in the last two years alone. The new goal, outlined in a joint statement, will focus on high-tech sectors to help India become a global manufacturing hub. For instance, an agreement on joint credit mechanisms will support clean energy projects, aligning with India’s push for sustainable development.&nbsp;Beyond investments, the leaders emphasised human connections. Japan aims to increase exchanges with India to 500,000 people over the next five years, including 50,000 skilled workers and talents from India. This could ease Japan’s labour shortages in ageing industries while providing Indian youth with global opportunities. PM Modi also visited a semiconductor facility in Sendai, underscoring the partnership’s forward-looking nature. With India investing heavily in chip-making—over Rs 65,000 crore recently—Japanese expertise could accelerate this effort, reducing reliance on vulnerable global supplies.&nbsp;Several bilateral pacts were inked during the visit, including memorandums on digital partnerships, clean energy, and economic security. A notable deal involves the space agencies of both countries—the Indian Space Research Organisation and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency—for a joint Lunar Polar Exploration Mission. This scientific collaboration could yield breakthroughs in resource mapping on the moon, benefiting future space endeavours. In defence, the talks touched on transferring Japanese E-10 coaches for India’s high-speed rail projects, like the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train, which is already a symbol of the partnership.&nbsp;Experts view this summit as a strategic pivot amid rising US protectionism. With tariffs disrupting trade flows, India and Japan are working to diversify their economies. Bilateral trade stood at USD 22.85 billion in 2023-24, with Japan enjoying a surplus due to exports of machinery and electronics. The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, in place since 2011, has cut tariffs, but trade remains below potential. By ramping up investments, both nations aim to balance this and create resilient value chains. For India, Japanese funds could boost its export-oriented manufacturing under ‘Make for the World’, targeting global markets in green tech and digital services.&nbsp;On a wider canvas, the India-Japan bond contributes to Asia’s stability. As members of the Quad grouping with the US and Australia, they share concerns over assertive actions in the Indo-Pacific, including maritime disputes. Their partnership promotes a rules-based order, countering any single power’s dominance. Economically, it could inspire similar ties across the region, from Southeast Asia to Africa, cultivating shared prosperity. PM Modi echoed this in his remarks, noting that India and Japan hold a common vision for peace and progress, not just for their people but for the world.&nbsp;Yet, challenges persist. India’s trade deficit with Japan, at around USD 5 billion last year, needs addressing through more balanced exchanges. Regulatory hurdles in India, such as land acquisition delays, have slowed some projects. Japan, facing domestic economic pressures, must ensure its firms see India as a safe bet. If navigated well, this alliance could set an example for Asia, where growth often hinges on cross-border cooperation.&nbsp;As PM Modi wraps up his Japan leg before heading to China for the SCO summit, the message is clear: In an uncertain world, old friends like India and Japan are paving a path to enduring stability and wealth. From the nostalgic charm of ‘Mera Joota Hai Japani’ to the ambitious vision of ‘Make in India, Make for the World’, this visit may well mark a turning point, where ‘Make in India’ becomes a bridge for Asian unity.&nbsp;(Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

With US tariffs disrupting trade flows, India and Japan are working to diversify their economies. Bilateral trade between Tokyo and Delhi stood at USD 22.85 billion in 2023-24, with Japan enjoying a surplus due to exports of machinery and electronics.

As global trade faces fresh headwinds from unilateral US tariffs, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with his Japanese counterpart, Shigeru Ishiba, in Tokyo has drawn sharp attention. The two-day visit marks the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit and comes at a time when both nations seek to build more robust economic buffers. With the US imposing duties on key imports, India and Japan are stepping up their partnership to secure supply chains and drive mutual growth, a move that could steady Asia’s economic landscape. The summit builds on a long-standing special strategic and global partnership between the two countries. During the talks, PM Modi and Ishiba agreed to expand cooperation across eight key fields: economy, economic security, mobility, environment, technology and innovation, health, people-to-people links, and ties between local governments. This broad framework aims to address shared challenges like climate change and digital divides while capitalising on each other’s strengths. Japan, with its advanced tech base, and India, with its vast market and young workforce, see this as a way to create jobs and spur innovation on both sides. At the heart of the discussions lies PM Modi’s flagship ‘Make in India’ programme, now evolving into ‘Make for the World’. The prime minister urged Japanese industry leaders at the India-Japan Economic Forum to invest more deeply in five priority areas: manufacturing, technology and innovation, green energy, next-generation infrastructure, and skills development. He highlighted the success of India-Japan collaboration in the automobile sector, where Japanese firms like Suzuki and Honda helped build India’s auto industry from scratch in the 1980s. Today, India ranks among the world’s top vehicle producers, thanks in part to that early support. PM Modi suggested replicating this model in emerging fields such as batteries, robotics, semiconductors, shipbuilding, and nuclear energy. Japan’s response has been enthusiastic. Tokyo plans to double its private-sector investment in India to 10 trillion yen, or about USD 68 billion, over the next decade. This builds on the previous target of 5 trillion yen set in 2022, which saw annual inflows of around 1 trillion yen. Japanese companies have already poured over USD 40 billion into India, including USD 13 billion in the last two years alone. The new goal, outlined in a joint statement, will focus on high-tech sectors to help India become a global manufacturing hub. For instance, an agreement on joint credit mechanisms will support clean energy projects, aligning with India’s push for sustainable development. Beyond investments, the leaders emphasised human connections. Japan aims to increase exchanges with India to 500,000 people over the next five years, including 50,000 skilled workers and talents from India. This could ease Japan’s labour shortages in ageing industries while providing Indian youth with global opportunities. PM Modi also visited a semiconductor facility in Sendai, underscoring the partnership’s forward-looking nature. With India investing heavily in chip-making—over Rs 65,000 crore recently—Japanese expertise could accelerate this effort, reducing reliance on vulnerable global supplies. Several bilateral pacts were inked during the visit, including memorandums on digital partnerships, clean energy, and economic security. A notable deal involves the space agencies of both countries—the Indian Space Research Organisation and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency—for a joint Lunar Polar Exploration Mission. This scientific collaboration could yield breakthroughs in resource mapping on the moon, benefiting future space endeavours. In defence, the talks touched on transferring Japanese E-10 coaches for India’s high-speed rail projects, like the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train, which is already a symbol of the partnership. Experts view this summit as a strategic pivot amid rising US protectionism. With tariffs disrupting trade flows, India and Japan are working to diversify their economies. Bilateral trade stood at USD 22.85 billion in 2023-24, with Japan enjoying a surplus due to exports of machinery and electronics. The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, in place since 2011, has cut tariffs, but trade remains below potential. By ramping up investments, both nations aim to balance this and create resilient value chains. For India, Japanese funds could boost its export-oriented manufacturing under ‘Make for the World’, targeting global markets in green tech and digital services. On a wider canvas, the India-Japan bond contributes to Asia’s stability. As members of the Quad grouping with the US and Australia, they share concerns over assertive actions in the Indo-Pacific, including maritime disputes. Their partnership promotes a rules-based order, countering any single power’s dominance. Economically, it could inspire similar ties across the region, from Southeast Asia to Africa, cultivating shared prosperity. PM Modi echoed this in his remarks, noting that India and Japan hold a common vision for peace and progress, not just for their people but for the world. Yet, challenges persist. India’s trade deficit with Japan, at around USD 5 billion last year, needs addressing through more balanced exchanges. Regulatory hurdles in India, such as land acquisition delays, have slowed some projects. Japan, facing domestic economic pressures, must ensure its firms see India as a safe bet. If navigated well, this alliance could set an example for Asia, where growth often hinges on cross-border cooperation. As PM Modi wraps up his Japan leg before heading to China for the SCO summit, the message is clear: In an uncertain world, old friends like India and Japan are paving a path to enduring stability and wealth. From the nostalgic charm of ‘Mera Joota Hai Japani’ to the ambitious vision of ‘Make in India, Make for the World’, this visit may well mark a turning point, where ‘Make in India’ becomes a bridge for Asian unity. (Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

With US tariffs disrupting trade flows, India and Japan are working to diversify their economies. Bilateral trade between Tokyo and Delhi stood at USD 22.85 billion in 2023-24, with Japan enjoying a surplus due to exports of machinery and electronics.

From ‘Mera Joota Hai Japani’ to ‘Make in India, Make for the World’, PM Modi’s India-Japan alliance boosts Asian stability

Amid chants of 'Bharat Mata ki jai' and 'Vande Mataram PM Modi meets and greets the Indian diaspora as he reached the hotel in Tianjin.A group of Bharatanatyam dancers preparing for their performance as they wait for the arrival of PM Modi in Tianjin. The performers are Chinese Nationals who have been practising Bharatanatyam performance for years.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">China’s Indian community accorded a very special welcome in Tianjin. Here are some glimpses. <a href="https://t.co/PzAV517ewF">pic.twitter.com/PzAV517ewF</a>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1961767020036530314?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">A group of Bharatanatyam dancers gives a glimpse into their performance as they await the arrival of PM Narendra Modi (Source: ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WIONAtSCO2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WIONAtSCO2025</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SCOSummit?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SCOSummit</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SCOSummit2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SCOSummit2025</a> <a href="https://t.co/uHxuq0fDbD">pic.twitter.com/uHxuq0fDbD</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1961755762226769947?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Prime Minister Modi have arrived in &nbsp;Tianjin, China for the Shanghai Coorporation Organisation's annual meet scheduled from August 31 to September 1. &nbsp;PM Modi is also expected to hold bilateral meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin amid the 50 per cent punitive US tariffs on India.&nbsp;

A group of Bharatanatyam dancers gave audiences a glimpse of their performance while awaiting the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, blending culture with anticipation at the event.

Amid chants of 'Bharat Mata ki jai' and 'Vande Mataram PM Modi meets and greets the Indian diaspora as he reached the hotel in Tianjin.A group of Bharatanatyam dancers preparing for their performance as they wait for the arrival of PM Modi in Tianjin. The performers are Chinese Nationals who have been practising Bharatanatyam performance for years.

A group of Bharatanatyam dancers gave audiences a glimpse of their performance while awaiting the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, blending culture with anticipation at the event.

WATCH| Bharatanatyam dancers perform ahead of PM Modi meets Indian diaspora

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tianjin, China, on Saturday, for attending the annual SCO Summit on August 31 and September 1. PM Modi was received by China’s Minister for Industry and Information Technology Li Lecheng, Tianjin Government Director Yu Yunlin, and Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong. PM Modi is visiting China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin. It is PM Modi’s first trip to China in seven years. During the visit, he will meet President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, and other leaders on the sidelines of the summit. The SCO summit has assumed more significance in the backdrop of the global economic turmoil triggered by the tariffs imposed on all countries by US President Donald Trump that have led to the recent turbulence in India’s relations with the US, after Washington imposed steep 50 per cent tariffs on Indian exports.&nbsp;Earlier, PM Modi had embarked for China to attend the SCO Summit after concluding his visit to Japan. The SCO Summit is crucial for India, as it comes after the 50 per cent tariffs, including a 25 per cent tariff for buying Russian crude oil, imposed by the US came into effect.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">VIDEO | Japan: PM Narendra Modi (<a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a>) arrives in Tianjin, China, to attend the SCO Summit. During the visit, he is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin. (Source: Third party) <a href="https://t.co/fa8e5LQIDT">pic.twitter.com/fa8e5LQIDT</a>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1961739723627700389?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;PM Modi will join leaders of the 10-member SCO bloc for the annual summit on August 31 and September 1. PM Modi’s bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping is also expected to be closely watched, given the recent thaw in India-China ties.&nbsp;Russian President Vladimir Putin, along with the host, Chinese President Xi Jinping, will also be attending the summit.&nbsp;The PM's visit for SCO Summit may also result in a reset of Sino-Indian ties that hit a new low after the deadly 2020 Galwan Valley clashes. However, the recent diplomatic exchanges between the two countries amid global economic strife signal an attempt at rebuilding trust.Despite frictions, China remains India’s second-largest trading partner, and New Delhi’s manufacturing ambitions continue to rely on Chinese components and raw materials.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will join leaders of the 10-member SCO bloc for the annual summit on August 31 and September 1. PM Modi’s bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping is also expected to be closely watched, given the recent thaw in India-China ties.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tianjin, China, on Saturday, for attending the annual SCO Summit on August 31 and September 1. PM Modi was received by China’s Minister for Industry and Information Technology Li Lecheng, Tianjin Government Director Yu Yunlin, and Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong. PM Modi is visiting China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin. It is PM Modi’s first trip to China in seven years. During the visit, he will meet President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, and other leaders on the sidelines of the summit. The SCO summit has assumed more significance in the backdrop of the global economic turmoil triggered by the tariffs imposed on all countries by US President Donald Trump that have led to the recent turbulence in India’s relations with the US, after Washington imposed steep 50 per cent tariffs on Indian exports. Earlier, PM Modi had embarked for China to attend the SCO Summit after concluding his visit to Japan. The SCO Summit is crucial for India, as it comes after the 50 per cent tariffs, including a 25 per cent tariff for buying Russian crude oil, imposed by the US came into effect.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will join leaders of the 10-member SCO bloc for the annual summit on August 31 and September 1. PM Modi’s bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping is also expected to be closely watched, given the recent thaw in India-China ties.

SCO Summit: PM Modi arrives in China, scheduled to meet President Xi and Putin

Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have witnessed one of the deadliest August months due to weather fury across the region. Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have been battered by more than 25 cloudbursts and 9 landslides incidents resulting in the death of over 122 people. More than 300 people have been injured in these incidents, while over 70 people are still missing in the region.&nbsp;Eleven people have died in two cloudburst incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on August 30. The first cloud burst incident took place in the Ramban area of Jammu division, killing four people. One person is missing in the area. The second cloudburst incident occurred at Reasi. The cloud burst incident led to a massive landslide, leading to the death of seven people belonging to the same family.&nbsp;&nbsp;''This year we had already predicted above-normal precipitation in the month of August. We have seen multiple cloudbursts, landslides, flash flood incidents and more than 5-6 events of extremely extreme rainfall across the region. Until now, it has been reported that more than 10 incidents of cloudburst have been reported in Jammu and Kashmir, and more than 18 to 20 cases of flash floods and cloudbursts have been reported from the Ladakh region. From the Ladakh region, there were no casualties reported. There was damage to the agricultural horticulture properties, but in contrast to Ladakh, we’ve seen more deaths in Jammu and Kashmir; over a hundred people have died in incidents of cloudburst, flash floods, and even drowning incidents, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT.&nbsp;&nbsp;The most severe incidents occurred in Kishtwar (August 14), Kathua (August 17), Doda (August 26), Reasi (August 27), Sonamarg (August 28), and Rajgarh (August 30). These disasters have damaged infrastructure, disrupted pilgrimages like the Vaishno Devi and Machail Mata Yatras, and crippled local economies reliant on tourism. Rural areas have also reported significant losses of livestock and agricultural fields.&nbsp;Major highways, including the Jammu-Srinagar, Katra-Shivkhori, and Srinagar-Ladakh routes, have faced disruptions, compounding the region’s challenges. The geographical location of Jammu and Kashmir-Ladakh, due to the steep slopes of the Himalayas and the interplay of monsoon-western disturbances, is prone to cloudburst events due to orographic uplift. The increased frequency of cloudbursts in Jammu and Kashmir is due to the natural topography, intense monsoon pattern and warming of the Earth, which increases atmospheric moisture and extreme weather events.&nbsp;''There are multiple reasons for a cloud burst. The first one is the active monsoon and strengthening of the easterly, which is moist and warm close to the Himalayan region. And secondly, when there is an interaction of a Western disturbance with the monsoon. Recent events of the 26th and 27th of August in the Jammu division were due to Western disturbance and the monsoon. Apart from this, topography also plays an important role. In the context of climate change, the rising temperature trends are acting as a trigger for the cloudburst. Multiple factors are associated with such events, and more importantly, moisture flow towards the Himalayan range is the primary reason for the cloudbursts, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT.&nbsp;&nbsp;This year’s monsoon has been exceptionally severe in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, with heavy rainfall and cloudbursts shattering previous records. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts continued extreme weather, including potential cloudbursts, in the coming week.''In the coming week, there is a forecast of heavy rain in the Jammu division. And more importantly, Jammu, Reasi, Udhampur and Chenab Valley will witness showers and intense rainfall in the coming week. There is a possibility of cloudburst and landslides in the Jammu division. People need to be very cautious. People need to be alert till September 3, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT.&nbsp;&nbsp;Experts urge immediate action to enhance disaster preparedness, strengthen infrastructure resilience, and implement climate adaptation measures to mitigate future risks in the region.

Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh experienced one of the most devastating Augusts in recent memory due to extreme weather. The region was hit by over 25 cloudbursts and 9 landslides, leaving more than 122 dead, over 300 injured, and at least 70 still missing.

Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have witnessed one of the deadliest August months due to weather fury across the region. Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have been battered by more than 25 cloudbursts and 9 landslides incidents resulting in the death of over 122 people. More than 300 people have been injured in these incidents, while over 70 people are still missing in the region. Eleven people have died in two cloudburst incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on August 30. The first cloud burst incident took place in the Ramban area of Jammu division, killing four people. One person is missing in the area. The second cloudburst incident occurred at Reasi. The cloud burst incident led to a massive landslide, leading to the death of seven people belonging to the same family. ''This year we had already predicted above-normal precipitation in the month of August. We have seen multiple cloudbursts, landslides, flash flood incidents and more than 5-6 events of extremely extreme rainfall across the region. Until now, it has been reported that more than 10 incidents of cloudburst have been reported in Jammu and Kashmir, and more than 18 to 20 cases of flash floods and cloudbursts have been reported from the Ladakh region. From the Ladakh region, there were no casualties reported. There was damage to the agricultural horticulture properties, but in contrast to Ladakh, we’ve seen more deaths in Jammu and Kashmir; over a hundred people have died in incidents of cloudburst, flash floods, and even drowning incidents, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT. The most severe incidents occurred in Kishtwar (August 14), Kathua (August 17), Doda (August 26), Reasi (August 27), Sonamarg (August 28), and Rajgarh (August 30). These disasters have damaged infrastructure, disrupted pilgrimages like the Vaishno Devi and Machail Mata Yatras, and crippled local economies reliant on tourism. Rural areas have also reported significant losses of livestock and agricultural fields. Major highways, including the Jammu-Srinagar, Katra-Shivkhori, and Srinagar-Ladakh routes, have faced disruptions, compounding the region’s challenges. The geographical location of Jammu and Kashmir-Ladakh, due to the steep slopes of the Himalayas and the interplay of monsoon-western disturbances, is prone to cloudburst events due to orographic uplift. The increased frequency of cloudbursts in Jammu and Kashmir is due to the natural topography, intense monsoon pattern and warming of the Earth, which increases atmospheric moisture and extreme weather events. ''There are multiple reasons for a cloud burst. The first one is the active monsoon and strengthening of the easterly, which is moist and warm close to the Himalayan region. And secondly, when there is an interaction of a Western disturbance with the monsoon. Recent events of the 26th and 27th of August in the Jammu division were due to Western disturbance and the monsoon. Apart from this, topography also plays an important role. In the context of climate change, the rising temperature trends are acting as a trigger for the cloudburst. Multiple factors are associated with such events, and more importantly, moisture flow towards the Himalayan range is the primary reason for the cloudbursts, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT. This year’s monsoon has been exceptionally severe in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, with heavy rainfall and cloudbursts shattering previous records. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts continued extreme weather, including potential cloudbursts, in the coming week. ''In the coming week, there is a forecast of heavy rain in the Jammu division. And more importantly, Jammu, Reasi, Udhampur and Chenab Valley will witness showers and intense rainfall in the coming week. There is a possibility of cloudburst and landslides in the Jammu division. People need to be very cautious. People need to be alert till September 3, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT. Experts urge immediate action to enhance disaster preparedness, strengthen infrastructure resilience, and implement climate adaptation measures to mitigate future risks in the region.

Jammu &amp; Kashmir and Ladakh experienced one of the most devastating Augusts in recent memory due to extreme weather. The region was hit by over 25 cloudbursts and 9 landslides, leaving more than 122 dead, over 300 injured, and at least 70 still missing.

J&K, Ladakh witness deadliest August: Over 122 dead, 300 injured in weather fury

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up his two-day Japan visit on Saturday (Aug 30) and left for China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit &nbsp;from August 31 to September 1 in Tianjin. After wrapping up his Japan visit, Modi took to X to thank his Japanese counterpart Shigeru Ishiba.&nbsp;Calling his visit to Japan productive, the PM wrote, "This visit to Japan will be remembered for the productive outcomes which will benefit the people of our nations. I thank PM Ishiba, the Japanese people and the Government for their warmth." &nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This visit to Japan will be remembered for the productive outcomes which will benefit the people of our nations. I thank PM Ishiba, the Japanese people and the Government for their warmth.<a href="https://twitter.com/shigeruishiba?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@shigeruishiba</a> <a href="https://t.co/kdXYeLPJ7N">pic.twitter.com/kdXYeLPJ7N</a>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1961681740998549702?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

During his visit, India and Japan signed 13 key agreements and declarations and announced the launch of several transformative initiatives.&nbsp;Earlier today, both the Prime Ministers travelled to Sendai in Miyagi Prefecture where the two leaders visited Tokyo Electron Miyagi Ltd (TEL Miyagi), a leading Japanese company in the semiconductor sector.&nbsp;Modi was greeted in Sendai by crowds that chanted ‘Modi-san welcome’ as he arrived in the Japanese city. He &nbsp;travelled on a Bullet Train to Sendai and also met the Indian train divers.&nbsp;The same day PM Narendra Modi interacted with the Governors of 16 prefectures in Tokyo calling for a stronger state-prefecture cooperation under the India-Japan special strategic and global partnership.&nbsp;On Friday, the first day of his visit, PM Modi PM Modi addressed the India-Japan economic forum, and vouched for a partnership in the areas of manufacturing, technology, innovation, green energy, and skill development.&nbsp;He also met former Japanese prime ministers Yoshihide Suga and Fumio Kishida in Tokyo the same day.&nbsp;This was PM Modi’s eighth visit to Japan and the first Summit with Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba.&nbsp;Modi's China visit&nbsp;Now the PM is headed for China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit &nbsp;from August 31 to September 1 in Tianjin which is also to be attended by Russian President Vladimir Putin.&nbsp;The SCO is a group of 10-member countries that include India, China, Belarus, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.&nbsp;PM Modi will meet Xi Jinping on August 31. He is also expected to have a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and several Central Asian leaders on the sidelines of the Summit.&nbsp;List of world leaders attending the SCO summit&nbsp;<ul><li>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi</li><li>Russian President Vladimir Putin</li><li>Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian&nbsp;</li><li>Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan</li><li>Myanmar's military chief Min Aung Hlaing</li><li>Nepal's Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli</li><li>Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto</li><li>Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim</li><li>Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif</li><li>Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu &nbsp;</li></ul>

This was Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s eighth visit to Japan and the first Summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up his two-day Japan visit on Saturday (Aug 30) and left for China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit from August 31 to September 1 in Tianjin. After wrapping up his Japan visit, Modi took to X to thank his Japanese counterpart Shigeru Ishiba. Calling his visit to Japan productive, the PM wrote, "This visit to Japan will be remembered for the productive outcomes which will benefit the people of our nations. I thank PM Ishiba, the Japanese people and the Government for their warmth."

This was Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s eighth visit to Japan and the first Summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.

PM Modi wraps up Japan visit, next stop is SCO summit in China where he will meet Xi, Putin

India's Hyderabad will soon have its own beach, albeit an artificial one. According to reports, the Telangana government has approved a whopping INR 225 crore ($25.6 million) project to develop a 35-acre beach in the landlocked state's city. The beach would come up in the Kotwal Guda area on the outskirts of Hyderabad city. This project would feature a man-made lake with beach-like surroundings and is being undertaken with the hopes of turning Hyderabad into a world-class tourism destination.&nbsp;<h2>A glimpse into the artificial beach's planned attractions</h2>According to a News18 report, the 35-acre site will be developed under a public-private partnership, with construction expected to begin in December, according to a News18 report.&nbsp;The project is planned as an escape, as much more than just a stretch of sand. Planned facilities at the beach include a man-made lake, floating villas, luxury hotels, and space for adventure sports. Families can expect wave pools, cycling tracks, food courts, theatres, play zones, and landscaped parks, making it a destination where people can spend entire weekends without leaving the city. It will also have adventure sports like bungee jumping, sailing and winter sports.<h2>Why Kotwal Guda and what would be the impact on local ecosystems?</h2>Kotwal Guda was chosen for the artificial lake because of its easy access via the Outer Ring Road and the availability of large tracts of land. Officials have said eco-friendly methods will be used during construction to limit environmental impact.&nbsp;Patel Ramesh Reddy, chairman of the Telangana State Tourism Development Corporation (TSTDC), said the Detailed Project Report has been completed and construction will move ahead soon. He added that beyond the initial Rs 225 crore, the government hopes to attract international investors to the site. He added that the state sees the artificial beach as a flagship in its tourism push, with officials estimating the untapped potential of more than Rs 15,000 crore.

Get ready, Hyderabad! The landlocked city will soon have its own artificial beach. The Telangana government approved a ₹225 crore project to build a 35-acre man-made lake with THESE amazing features.

India's Hyderabad will soon have its own beach, albeit an artificial one. According to reports, the Telangana government has approved a whopping INR 225 crore ($25.6 million) project to develop a 35-acre beach in the landlocked state's city. The beach would come up in the Kotwal Guda area on the outskirts of Hyderabad city. This project would feature a man-made lake with beach-like surroundings and is being undertaken with the hopes of turning Hyderabad into a world-class tourism destination. A glimpse into the artificial beach's planned attractions According to a News18 report, the 35-acre site will be developed under a public-private partnership, with construction expected to begin in December, according to a News18 report. The project is planned as an escape, as much more than just a stretch of sand. Planned facilities at the beach include a man-made lake, floating villas, luxury hotels, and space for adventure sports. Families can expect wave pools, cycling tracks, food courts, theatres, play zones, and landscaped parks, making it a destination where people can spend entire weekends without leaving the city. It will also have adventure sports like bungee jumping, sailing and winter sports. Why Kotwal Guda and what would be the impact on local ecosystems? Kotwal Guda was chosen for the artificial lake because of its easy access via the Outer Ring Road and the availability of large tracts of land. Officials have said eco-friendly methods will be used during construction to limit environmental impact. Patel Ramesh Reddy, chairman of the Telangana State Tourism Development Corporation (TSTDC), said the Detailed Project Report has been completed and construction will move ahead soon. He added that beyond the initial Rs 225 crore, the government hopes to attract international investors to the site. He added that the state sees the artificial beach as a flagship in its tourism push, with officials estimating the untapped potential of more than Rs 15,000 crore.

Get ready, Hyderabad! The landlocked city will soon have its own artificial beach. The Telangana government approved a ₹225 crore project to build a 35-acre man-made lake with THESE amazing features.

You won’t believe what Hyderabad is building for ₹225 crore! Hint: It'll have sand, water and holiday vibes

Eleven people have died in two cloudburst incidents in Jammu and Kashmir today. The first cloudburst incident took place in the Ramban area of the Jammu division, killing four people. One person is missing in the area. A massive relief and rescue operation is being carried out by the NDRF, SDRF, JK Police and Indian Army.''Just Now Spoke to DC Ramban Mr Mohammad Alyas Khan. Cloudburst in Rajgarh area resulting in the unfortunate casualty of four persons. The fifth one is missing and the search is going on. Meanwhile, there are no injuries. Rescue operation is on. Every possible assistance being provided. I am in Constant touch,'' said Jitendra Singh, MOS in PMO.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-rains-at-least-three-killed-two-missing-after-cloudburst-in-ramban-district-1756529502633">J&amp;K rains: At least 3 killed, two missing after cloudburst in Ramban district</a>The second cloudburst incident occurred in the Reasi district. The cloudburst incident led to a massive landslide, leading to the death of seven people belonging to the same family. The deceased family members have been identified Nazir Ahmed s/o Bahar Din r/o Baddar, 38yrs, Wazira Begum w/o Nazir Ahmed r/o Baddar, 35yrs, Bilal Ahmed s/o Nazir Ahmed , 13 yrs, Mohd Mustafa s/o Nazir Ahmed, 11 yrs, Mohd Adil s/o Nazir Ahmed, 8yrs, Mohd Mubarak s/o Nazir Ahmed, 6yrs and Mohd Wasim s/o Nazir Ahmed, 5yrs.Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed one of the deadliest August months this year. Over a hundred people have died and around 50 people are still missing in the Jammu division in various cloudburst, landslide and mudslide incidents. Properties worth millions have been destroyed across various districts in the Union Territory.The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH) 44 is closed to all vehicular traffic for the fourth consecutive day. The highway has been shut due to multiple landslides and mudslides caused by heavy rainfall in the Udhampur-Ramban belt.Meanwhile, the IMD had issued an alert for Jammu on Friday evening. The IMD said that one or two spells of moderate to heavy rain with brief intense showers are most likely to occur at many places over Jammu, Kathua, Rajouri, Reasi, Doda, Samba and Udhampur inthe &nbsp;next 12 hrs. Heavy rain and intense showers may generate flash floods/landslides in a few vulnerable places. People living in the higher reaches and closer to water bodies have been asked to stay alert. &nbsp;

Heavy rainfall has caused two separate cloudbursts in Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in at least 11 deaths. 

Eleven people have died in two cloudburst incidents in Jammu and Kashmir today. The first cloudburst incident took place in the Ramban area of the Jammu division, killing four people. One person is missing in the area. A massive relief and rescue operation is being carried out by the NDRF, SDRF, JK Police and Indian Army. ''Just Now Spoke to DC Ramban Mr Mohammad Alyas Khan. Cloudburst in Rajgarh area resulting in the unfortunate casualty of four persons. The fifth one is missing and the search is going on. Meanwhile, there are no injuries. Rescue operation is on. Every possible assistance being provided. I am in Constant touch,'' said Jitendra Singh, MOS in PMO. Also read | J&K rains: At least 3 killed, two missing after cloudburst in Ramban district The second cloudburst incident occurred in the Reasi district. The cloudburst incident led to a massive landslide, leading to the death of seven people belonging to the same family. The deceased family members have been identified Nazir Ahmed s/o Bahar Din r/o Baddar, 38yrs, Wazira Begum w/o Nazir Ahmed r/o Baddar, 35yrs, Bilal Ahmed s/o Nazir Ahmed , 13 yrs, Mohd Mustafa s/o Nazir Ahmed, 11 yrs, Mohd Adil s/o Nazir Ahmed, 8yrs, Mohd Mubarak s/o Nazir Ahmed, 6yrs and Mohd Wasim s/o Nazir Ahmed, 5yrs. Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed one of the deadliest August months this year. Over a hundred people have died and around 50 people are still missing in the Jammu division in various cloudburst, landslide and mudslide incidents. Properties worth millions have been destroyed across various districts in the Union Territory. The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH) 44 is closed to all vehicular traffic for the fourth consecutive day. The highway has been shut due to multiple landslides and mudslides caused by heavy rainfall in the Udhampur-Ramban belt. Meanwhile, the IMD had issued an alert for Jammu on Friday evening. The IMD said that one or two spells of moderate to heavy rain with brief intense showers are most likely to occur at many places over Jammu, Kathua, Rajouri, Reasi, Doda, Samba and Udhampur inthe next 12 hrs. Heavy rain and intense showers may generate flash floods/landslides in a few vulnerable places. People living in the higher reaches and closer to water bodies have been asked to stay alert.

Heavy rainfall has caused two separate cloudbursts in Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in at least 11 deaths.

Eleven people dead in two cloudburst incidents in Jammu and Kashmir

Former US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has expressed his displeasure over Trump trade tariffs, particularly on India that has been hit by levies as high as 50% by the US President. He warned that the move of sweeping tariffs are damaging America's global standing and bringing India closer to China.&nbsp;Speaking on The Bulwark Podcast with Tim Miller, Sullivan said “American brand globally is in the toilet”. Many US allies and partners are view Washington as "a big disruptor" rather than a reliable partner, after the imposition of new tariffs.&nbsp;He gave the example of India which after being slapped by 50% tariff is now looking for an alternative and in the process is getting closer to China, according to Sullivan. While China has gained ground in global popularity.&nbsp;"The American brand globally is in the toilet. Look at India. Trump has executed a massive trade offensive against them. Now, India is thinking, shit, we have to go sit down with China to hedge against America," said Sullivan.&nbsp;"When I go to these places now and I talk to leaders, they are talking about derisking from the United States. They now see the US as the big disruptor, the country that can't be counted on," Sullivan added.&nbsp;He pointed out that the efforts by previous US governments to build strong ties with India has now gone in vain.&nbsp;“Here's a country we were trying to build a deeper and more sustainable relationship with. Instead, because of these tariffs, India now feels compelled to explore closer engagement with China”.&nbsp;India-US trade war&nbsp;On July 31, US President Donald Trump reinstated and expanded tariffs on several trading partners, citing a continuing national emergency. Initially paused on April 2 to allow a 90-day window for trade negotiations, the tariffs were reimposed after little progress. As part of the revised policy, a 25 per cent tariff was slapped on Indian goods. Additionally, Trump introduced another 25 per cent &nbsp;tariff specifically targeting India for its ongoing purchases of Russian oil, taking the total tariff impact on Indian exports to 50 per cent. He also warned other nations of similar action if they continued energy deals with Moscow.&nbsp;The new Trump tariffs have come into effect from August 27. &nbsp;

Sullivan gave the example of India which after being slapped by 50% tariff is now looking for an alternative and in the process is getting closer to China.

Former US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has expressed his displeasure over Trump trade tariffs, particularly on India that has been hit by levies as high as 50% by the US President. He warned that the move of sweeping tariffs are damaging America's global standing and bringing India closer to China. Speaking on The Bulwark Podcast with Tim Miller, Sullivan said “American brand globally is in the toilet”. Many US allies and partners are view Washington as "a big disruptor" rather than a reliable partner, after the imposition of new tariffs. He gave the example of India which after being slapped by 50% tariff is now looking for an alternative and in the process is getting closer to China, according to Sullivan. While China has gained ground in global popularity. "The American brand globally is in the toilet. Look at India. Trump has executed a massive trade offensive against them. Now, India is thinking, shit, we have to go sit down with China to hedge against America," said Sullivan. "When I go to these places now and I talk to leaders, they are talking about derisking from the United States. They now see the US as the big disruptor, the country that can't be counted on," Sullivan added. He pointed out that the efforts by previous US governments to build strong ties with India has now gone in vain. “Here's a country we were trying to build a deeper and more sustainable relationship with. Instead, because of these tariffs, India now feels compelled to explore closer engagement with China”. India-US trade war On July 31, US President Donald Trump reinstated and expanded tariffs on several trading partners, citing a continuing national emergency. Initially paused on April 2 to allow a 90-day window for trade negotiations, the tariffs were reimposed after little progress. As part of the revised policy, a 25 per cent tariff was slapped on Indian goods. Additionally, Trump introduced another 25 per cent tariff specifically targeting India for its ongoing purchases of Russian oil, taking the total tariff impact on Indian exports to 50 per cent. He also warned other nations of similar action if they continued energy deals with Moscow. The new Trump tariffs have come into effect from August 27.

Sullivan gave the example of India which after being slapped by 50% tariff is now looking for an alternative and in the process is getting closer to China.

'American brand globally in the toilet': Ex-US security advisor slams Trump tariff on India, says move pushing New Delhi closer to Beijing

In Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district, at least three people were killed, and two others went missing after a cloudburst in the Rajgarh area, officials said. As per reports, at least two houses and one school were hit by the cloudburst. A rescue operation is underway, and the district administration has mobilised teams to provide relief to the affected people.<h2>What happened?</h2>Local authorities said that overnight, at around 12:30 am, a cloudburst hit the Drubla Natna area in Rajgarh. "Two houses and a school building were hit. As a result, three people have lost their lives while two remain missing. A rescue operation has been launched," said a police officer.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-dead-bodies-debri-from-india-behind-sialkot-floods-claims-pakistan-defence-minister-khawaja-muhammad-asif-1756462312303">'Dead bodies, debris from India causing Sialkot floods', claims Pak minister</a>&nbsp;This comes as Ramban continues to grapple with heavy rainfall and flash floods. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) in its weather prediction for Jammu and Kashmir warned that between August 30 to September 2, isolated heavy rainfall was likely to continue in Ramban. Meanwhile, light to moderate rainfall is predicted in parts of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, and Uttarakhand during the next four days.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/uttarakhand-cloudbursts-and-landslides-kills-6-11-still-missing-1756496268209">Uttarakhand: Cloudbursts and landslides kills 6, 11 still missing</a>Meanwhile, earlier on Friday (Aug 29), the Indian Air Force (IAF) intensified its flood relief and rescue operations in Northern India with a primary focus on the severely affected Jammu and Punjab regions, said the Ministry of Defence. Planes of the Indian Air Force, including Mi-17 and Chinook helicopters, have conducted more than 55 sorties to extract stranded civilians, including personnel from the Indian Army and Border Security Force. The operations were conducted in the inundated areas in Dera Baba Nanak, Pathankot, and Akhnoor sectors.It added that Transport aircraft (C-130) have been deployed to facilitate the rapid movement of specialised NDRF teams into the affected zones and that the "operations have enabled the rescue of 215 individuals and delivered 7,300 kgs of essential relief material in the affected areas in the past three days."

A cloudburst has struck the Rajgarh area of Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district, killing at least three people and leaving two others missing. 

In Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district, at least three people were killed, and two others went missing after a cloudburst in the Rajgarh area, officials said. As per reports, at least two houses and one school were hit by the cloudburst. A rescue operation is underway, and the district administration has mobilised teams to provide relief to the affected people. What happened? Local authorities said that overnight, at around 12:30 am, a cloudburst hit the Drubla Natna area in Rajgarh. "Two houses and a school building were hit. As a result, three people have lost their lives while two remain missing. A rescue operation has been launched," said a police officer. Also read | 'Dead bodies, debris from India causing Sialkot floods', claims Pak minister This comes as Ramban continues to grapple with heavy rainfall and flash floods. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) in its weather prediction for Jammu and Kashmir warned that between August 30 to September 2, isolated heavy rainfall was likely to continue in Ramban. Meanwhile, light to moderate rainfall is predicted in parts of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, and Uttarakhand during the next four days. Also read | Uttarakhand: Cloudbursts and landslides kills 6, 11 still missing Meanwhile, earlier on Friday (Aug 29), the Indian Air Force (IAF) intensified its flood relief and rescue operations in Northern India with a primary focus on the severely affected Jammu and Punjab regions, said the Ministry of Defence. Planes of the Indian Air Force, including Mi-17 and Chinook helicopters, have conducted more than 55 sorties to extract stranded civilians, including personnel from the Indian Army and Border Security Force. The operations were conducted in the inundated areas in Dera Baba Nanak, Pathankot, and Akhnoor sectors. It added that Transport aircraft (C-130) have been deployed to facilitate the rapid movement of specialised NDRF teams into the affected zones and that the "operations have enabled the rescue of 215 individuals and delivered 7,300 kgs of essential relief material in the affected areas in the past three days."

A cloudburst has struck the Rajgarh area of Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district, killing at least three people and leaving two others missing.

Jammu and Kashmir rains: At least three killed, two missing after cloudburst in Ramban district

Dehradun, Aug 29 (PTI) Six people were killed and 11 went missing as heavy rains and a series of cloudbursts wreaked havoc in various districts of Uttarakhand early Friday, triggering landslides that damaged houses and left people buried under mounds of rubble, officials said. Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Tehri, and Bageshwar districts bore the brunt of the natural calamity, which came close on the heels of the Tharali disaster on August 23. Uttarakhand has been hit hard by natural calamities this monsoon season. &nbsp;Before the tragedy in Tharali, Chamoli, Uttarakhand had already witnessed devastation on August 5 when a flash flood in the Kheer Ganga River swept through Uttarkashi district, razing nearly half of Dharali -- a key stopover on the Gangotri route dotted with hotels and homestays. The neighbouring Harsil area, where an Army camp bore the brunt of the flood, was also hit, leaving residents with barely any time to flee to safety. &nbsp;The Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority (USDMA) here said excess overnight rainfall damaged nearly half a dozen houses in Pausari gram panchayat in Kapkot area of Bageshwar district, killing two people and leaving three missing and one injured. Two bodies have been recovered, one person has been rescued in an injured condition in Begeshwar, while three others are still missing, the USDMA said. The deceased were identified as Basanti Devi and Bachuli Devi. The injured was Basanti Devi's son, Pawan, while her husband, Ramesh Chandra Joshi, is among the three missing. The other two missing are Girish and Puran Joshi, all residents of Pausari. &nbsp;A house and a cowshed were buried under the landslide debris in Mopata village of Chamoli district, killing a couple and leaving another injured, Chief Development Officer Abhishek Tripathi said. The deceased couple was identified as 62-year-old Tara Singh and his 60-year-old wife Kamla Devi, the USDMA said. Twenty-five livestock are also reported to be missing in Chamoli district, it said. Incessant rain and landslides in the Basukedaar area of Rudraprayag district have caused heavy damage in more than half a dozen villages, the officials said. &nbsp;Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman said a woman identified as Sarita Devi died in a house collapse at Jakholi in Rudraprayag district. He said three cloudbursts occurred in the district. Eight people went missing in the Chenagad area of Rudraprayag. Four of them were identified as Sate Singh Negi, Kuldip Singh Negi, Neeraj, and Raj, the USDMA said. &nbsp; &nbsp;The body of a 10-year-old boy was found in the Bindal River in Dehradun on Friday. He had fallen into the river late Thursday. &nbsp; &nbsp;A house was damaged in Syur village of the same area, and a car parked on the road was swept away by the debris. The ravines on both sides of Badeth, Bagaddhar and Taljaman villages are flooded. &nbsp;SDRF Inspector General Arun Mohan Joshi stated that 70 people stranded in the Taljaman and Kund villages of Rudraprayag district have been relocated to safer areas. Videos on social media showed rescuers helping people precariously cross through raging streams using ropes. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami spoke to the district magistrates concerned through video conferencing and asked them to ensure that relief and rescue operations are carried out rapidly in the affected areas. &nbsp;NDRF, SDRF, DDRF and revenue police teams have rushed to the disaster-hit districts but are facing difficulties in reaching the affected areas due to broken roads, the officials said. Incessant rains and cloudbursts also caused heavy losses in the Budha Kedar area of Tehri district, where sheds built for livestock and temples were buried under the debris. Locals said that a toilet and the courtyard of a house in Genwali village of Budha Kedar area of Ghansali were hit by the landslides. &nbsp;The security wall built by the irrigation department after the disaster last year also got washed away due to debris and heavy rains. Due to continuous rains, the Balganga, Dharmganga and Bhilangana rivers are in spate, triggering panic among the locals. &nbsp; &nbsp;Potato fields were also buried under the rubble, former village head of Genwali Kirti Singh Rana said. However, there is no report of any loss of life. The Badrinath National Highway was blocked due to debris at many places in Chamoli-Nandprayag, Kameda, Bhanerpani, Pagalnala, Jilasoo, Gulabkoti and Chatwapipal. &nbsp;&nbsp;In the Rudraprayag district too, the Badrinath national highway is closed at Sirobgadh, while the Kedarnath highway has been blocked at four different places between Banswara (Syalsaur) and Kund to Chopta. &nbsp;Pilgrims have been requested to set out on the journey only after taking information about the road and to follow the updates issued from time to time by the police and administration. The Met department has issued a red alert of heavy to very heavy rains for Bageshwar, Chamoli, Dehradun and Rudraprayag districts of Uttarakhand over the next 24 hours. &nbsp; &nbsp;An orange alert of heavy to very heavy rains has also been issued for Champawat, Haridwar, Pithoragarh, Udham Singh Nagar and Uttarkashi districts during the period.&nbsp;

Before the tragedy in Tharali, Chamoli, Uttarakhand had already witnessed devastation on August 5 when a flash flood in the Kheer Ganga River swept through Uttarkashi district, razing nearly half of Dharali -- a key stopover on the Gangotri route dotted with hotels and homestays.

Dehradun, Aug 29 (PTI) Six people were killed and 11 went missing as heavy rains and a series of cloudbursts wreaked havoc in various districts of Uttarakhand early Friday, triggering landslides that damaged houses and left people buried under mounds of rubble, officials said. Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Tehri, and Bageshwar districts bore the brunt of the natural calamity, which came close on the heels of the Tharali disaster on August 23. Uttarakhand has been hit hard by natural calamities this monsoon season. Before the tragedy in Tharali, Chamoli, Uttarakhand had already witnessed devastation on August 5 when a flash flood in the Kheer Ganga River swept through Uttarkashi district, razing nearly half of Dharali -- a key stopover on the Gangotri route dotted with hotels and homestays. The neighbouring Harsil area, where an Army camp bore the brunt of the flood, was also hit, leaving residents with barely any time to flee to safety. The Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority (USDMA) here said excess overnight rainfall damaged nearly half a dozen houses in Pausari gram panchayat in Kapkot area of Bageshwar district, killing two people and leaving three missing and one injured. Two bodies have been recovered, one person has been rescued in an injured condition in Begeshwar, while three others are still missing, the USDMA said. The deceased were identified as Basanti Devi and Bachuli Devi. The injured was Basanti Devi's son, Pawan, while her husband, Ramesh Chandra Joshi, is among the three missing. The other two missing are Girish and Puran Joshi, all residents of Pausari. A house and a cowshed were buried under the landslide debris in Mopata village of Chamoli district, killing a couple and leaving another injured, Chief Development Officer Abhishek Tripathi said. The deceased couple was identified as 62-year-old Tara Singh and his 60-year-old wife Kamla Devi, the USDMA said. Twenty-five livestock are also reported to be missing in Chamoli district, it said. Incessant rain and landslides in the Basukedaar area of Rudraprayag district have caused heavy damage in more than half a dozen villages, the officials said. Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman said a woman identified as Sarita Devi died in a house collapse at Jakholi in Rudraprayag district. He said three cloudbursts occurred in the district. Eight people went missing in the Chenagad area of Rudraprayag. Four of them were identified as Sate Singh Negi, Kuldip Singh Negi, Neeraj, and Raj, the USDMA said. The body of a 10-year-old boy was found in the Bindal River in Dehradun on Friday. He had fallen into the river late Thursday. A house was damaged in Syur village of the same area, and a car parked on the road was swept away by the debris. The ravines on both sides of Badeth, Bagaddhar and Taljaman villages are flooded. SDRF Inspector General Arun Mohan Joshi stated that 70 people stranded in the Taljaman and Kund villages of Rudraprayag district have been relocated to safer areas. Videos on social media showed rescuers helping people precariously cross through raging streams using ropes. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami spoke to the district magistrates concerned through video conferencing and asked them to ensure that relief and rescue operations are carried out rapidly in the affected areas. NDRF, SDRF, DDRF and revenue police teams have rushed to the disaster-hit districts but are facing difficulties in reaching the affected areas due to broken roads, the officials said. Incessant rains and cloudbursts also caused heavy losses in the Budha Kedar area of Tehri district, where sheds built for livestock and temples were buried under the debris. Locals said that a toilet and the courtyard of a house in Genwali village of Budha Kedar area of Ghansali were hit by the landslides. The security wall built by the irrigation department after the disaster last year also got washed away due to debris and heavy rains. Due to continuous rains, the Balganga, Dharmganga and Bhilangana rivers are in spate, triggering panic among the locals. Potato fields were also buried under the rubble, former village head of Genwali Kirti Singh Rana said. However, there is no report of any loss of life. The Badrinath National Highway was blocked due to debris at many places in Chamoli-Nandprayag, Kameda, Bhanerpani, Pagalnala, Jilasoo, Gulabkoti and Chatwapipal. In the Rudraprayag district too, the Badrinath national highway is closed at Sirobgadh, while the Kedarnath highway has been blocked at four different places between Banswara (Syalsaur) and Kund to Chopta. Pilgrims have been requested to set out on the journey only after taking information about the road and to follow the updates issued from time to time by the police and administration. The Met department has issued a red alert of heavy to very heavy rains for Bageshwar, Chamoli, Dehradun and Rudraprayag districts of Uttarakhand over the next 24 hours. An orange alert of heavy to very heavy rains has also been issued for Champawat, Haridwar, Pithoragarh, Udham Singh Nagar and Uttarkashi districts during the period.

Before the tragedy in Tharali, Chamoli, Uttarakhand had already witnessed devastation on August 5 when a flash flood in the Kheer Ganga River swept through Uttarkashi district, razing nearly half of Dharali -- a key stopover on the Gangotri route dotted with hotels and homestays.

Uttarakhand: Cloudbursts and landslides kills 6, 11 still missing

US President Donald Trump's 50 per cent tariff imposition on India was a result of his “personal pique" at not being allowed to mediate in the India-Pakistan conflict, American multinational investment bank and financial services company Jefferies said in a recent report. The American multinational investment bank and financial services company Jefferies claimed that US imposed tariffs on India because Trump was not allowed to mediate in the India-Pakistan conflict.&nbsp;The report further added, “tariffs are primarily the consequence of the American president’s “personal pique" that he was not allowed to play a role in seeking to end the long running acrimony between India and Pakistan".&nbsp;Meanwhile, A US federal court ruled on Friday (August 29) that &nbsp;most of President Donald Trump's tariffs, including the 50 per cent on India, were illegal. The federal appeals court said that the American president had exceeded his authority in imposing them.&nbsp;The decision marks a blow to Trump, who has wielded duties as a wide-ranging economic policy tool. Although the ruling allowed the tariffs to stay in place for now, while sent the case back to a lower court for further consideration.&nbsp;<h2>Trump slams court, says 'will win in the end'</h2>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-wannabe-king-trump-cancels-4-9bn-foreign-funding-approved-by-congress-1756504184882">'Wannabe King Trump cancels $4.9bn foreign funding approved by Congress</a>&nbsp;Donald Trump responded to the ruling and vowed that he would go to the Supreme Court over an appeals court ruling that most of the tariffs he has imposed on US imports, upending global trade, were illegal.&nbsp;The appeals court "incorrectly" issued the ruling, but they know the United States of America will win in the end," Trump said on his Truth Social platform, adding that he would fight back "with the help of the United States Supreme Court."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boston-be-ready-trump-is-coming-for-you-ice-plans-immigration-surge-in-massachusetts-capital-1756500678338">Boston, be ready! Trump is coming for you. ICE plans immigration surge in Massachusetts capital</a>&nbsp;

Donald Trump 50 per cent tariff imposition on India was a result of his personal pique at not being allowed to mediate in the India-Pakistan conflict, American multinational investment bank and financial services company Jefferies said in a recent report.

US President Donald Trump's 50 per cent tariff imposition on India was a result of his “personal pique" at not being allowed to mediate in the India-Pakistan conflict, American multinational investment bank and financial services company Jefferies said in a recent report. The American multinational investment bank and financial services company Jefferies claimed that US imposed tariffs on India because Trump was not allowed to mediate in the India-Pakistan conflict. The report further added, “tariffs are primarily the consequence of the American president’s “personal pique" that he was not allowed to play a role in seeking to end the long running acrimony between India and Pakistan". Meanwhile, A US federal court ruled on Friday (August 29) that most of President Donald Trump's tariffs, including the 50 per cent on India, were illegal. The federal appeals court said that the American president had exceeded his authority in imposing them. The decision marks a blow to Trump, who has wielded duties as a wide-ranging economic policy tool. Although the ruling allowed the tariffs to stay in place for now, while sent the case back to a lower court for further consideration. Trump slams court, says 'will win in the end' Also read: 'Wannabe King Trump cancels $4.9bn foreign funding approved by Congress Donald Trump responded to the ruling and vowed that he would go to the Supreme Court over an appeals court ruling that most of the tariffs he has imposed on US imports, upending global trade, were illegal. The appeals court "incorrectly" issued the ruling, but they know the United States of America will win in the end," Trump said on his Truth Social platform, adding that he would fight back "with the help of the United States Supreme Court." Also read: Boston, be ready! Trump is coming for you. ICE plans immigration surge in Massachusetts capital

Donald Trump's 50 per cent tariff imposition on India was a result of his “personal pique" at not being allowed to mediate in the India-Pakistan conflict, American multinational investment bank and financial services company Jefferies said in a recent report.

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