<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that neither have they (Chinese troops) intruded into our border nor has any post been taken over by China's People’s Liberation Army.</p>

<p>Modi also clarified that the armed forces at the LAC border were given "full freedom for taking any appropriate action necessary."</p>

<p>"I assure you all that our security forces are fully capable of protecting our borders," the prime minister said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinas-claims-over-galwan-valley-exaggerated-and-untenable-india-306689"><strong>Also read | China's claims over Galwan Valley 'exaggerated and untenable': India</strong></a></p>

<p>"20 of our jawans were martyred, but those who dared Bharat Mata, they were taught a lesson," PM Modi was quoted as saying by news agency ANI.</p>

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<p>PM Modi was addressing the all-party meet, called to discuss the situation at the border areas with China.</p>

<p>PM Narendra Modi said that India has never come under external pressure. Whatever is necessary for the country’s protection will be expedited.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/what-should-india-do-now-to-fight-chinas-provocations-306750"><strong>Also read | What should India do now to fight China's provocations?</strong></a></p>

<p>"Through the recently developed infrastructure, patrolling capacity at LAC has also increased. We are better informed about the developments at LAC and consequently can monitor and respond better," said PM.</p>

<p>"In the past few years, to protect our borders, we have given importance to infrastructure development to protect our borders. The requirements of our armed forces, be it fighter planes, advanced helicopters, missile defence systems, that too is being given importance," informed PM Modi to other leaders during the meeting.</p>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that neither have they (Chinese troops) intruded into our border nor has any post been taken over by China's People’s Liberation Army.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that neither have they (Chinese troops) intruded into our border nor has any post been taken over by China's People’s Liberation Army. Modi also clarified that the armed forces at the LAC border were given "full freedom for taking any appropriate action necessary." "I assure you all that our security forces are fully capable of protecting our borders," the prime minister said. Also read | China's claims over Galwan Valley 'exaggerated and untenable': India "20 of our jawans were martyred, but those who dared Bharat Mata, they were taught a lesson," PM Modi was quoted as saying by news agency ANI. #WATCH India wants peace and friendship, but upholding sovereignty is foremost: Prime Minister Narendra Modi at all-party meeting today on India-China border issue pic.twitter.com/xkw6sqBaJd — ANI (@ANI) June 19, 2020 × PM Modi was addressing the all-party meet, called to discuss the situation at the border areas with China. PM Narendra Modi said that India has never come under external pressure. Whatever is necessary for the country’s protection will be expedited. Also read | What should India do now to fight China's provocations? "Through the recently developed infrastructure, patrolling capacity at LAC has also increased. We are better informed about the developments at LAC and consequently can monitor and respond better," said PM. "In the past few years, to protect our borders, we have given importance to infrastructure development to protect our borders. The requirements of our armed forces, be it fighter planes, advanced helicopters, missile defence systems, that too is being given importance," informed PM Modi to other leaders during the meeting. (With inputs from agencies)

Chinese troops did not enter our territory, no posts were taken over: PM Modi at all-party meet

<p>Galwan Valley is located at an altitude of almost 17,000 feet with extreme weather conditions and sub-zero temperatures. A valley that gets its name from the Galwan river - this 1960 claim line is the de facto of Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the valley.</p>

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<p>The Galwan Valley falls under sub-sector north (SSN) and is one of the points that has direct access to Aksai Chin from India.</p>

<p>Galwan Valley has become a flashpoint in India-China conflict again because of India's construction in the area.</p>

<p>India is building a network of feeder roads which lead to the 224-km Shyok-Daulat Beg Oldi road which is at least 10 kilometers inside the (Line of Actual Control) LAC. Daulat Beg Oldi is the northern-most corner of the Indian territory of Ladakh.<br />
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<p>It also houses the world's highest landing strip - the Daulat Beg Oldi landing strip. The Indian Air Force has successfully landed the C17 Globemaster aircraft here.</p>

<p>In case of a war or conflict, India can now ferry thousands of troops to the region within hours. China's fears intensified when India built a bridge, the Colonel Chewang Rinchen Setu, across the Shyok river. The idea was to facilitate Indian troop movement in the region.</p>

<p>Even before China could digest this, India began constructing another bridge across the Galwan Nullah. This concrete bridge is a part of the feeder road project and it replaces an existing wooden structure, to allow heavy military movement.</p>

<p>It was this bridge that triggered the latest standoff. A nervous China deployed its troops along the LAC to put pressure on India to stop road construction.<br />
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/35-chinese-soldiers-dead-in-galwan-valley-clash-us-intelligence-sources-306447">Also Read: 35 Chinese soldiers dead in Galwan Valley clash</a></p>

<p>The Shyok-Daulat Beg Oldi road, the feeder roads and the landing strip have all cemented India's dominance in the region.</p>

<p>Now, China's biggest fear is India's recovery of Aksai Chin which was captured by China in 1962. The Galwan area was among the biggest flashpoints during the 1962 war too and it has become a flashpoint again.</p>

<p>India has a strategic advantage in the region and its borders are secured. India is stepping up infrastructure, on its own side of the border, and on its own land. The idea is to help Indian forces reach remote locations quickly and that is why China is protesting because its border transgressions are being challenged.</p>

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Galwan Valley is located at an altitude of almost 17,000 feet with extreme weather conditions and sub-zero temperatures. A valley that gets its name from the Galwan river - this 1960 claim line is the de facto of Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the valley.

Galwan Valley is located at an altitude of almost 17,000 feet with extreme weather conditions and sub-zero temperatures. A valley that gets its name from the Galwan river - this 1960 claim line is the de facto of Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the valley. The Galwan Valley falls under sub-sector north (SSN) and is one of the points that has direct access to Aksai Chin from India. Galwan Valley has become a flashpoint in India-China conflict again because of India's construction in the area. India is building a network of feeder roads which lead to the 224-km Shyok-Daulat Beg Oldi road which is at least 10 kilometers inside the (Line of Actual Control) LAC. Daulat Beg Oldi is the northern-most corner of the Indian territory of Ladakh. Also Read: India-China border dispute: What happened in Nathu La in 1967 It also houses the world's highest landing strip - the Daulat Beg Oldi landing strip. The Indian Air Force has successfully landed the C17 Globemaster aircraft here. In case of a war or conflict, India can now ferry thousands of troops to the region within hours. China's fears intensified when India built a bridge, the Colonel Chewang Rinchen Setu, across the Shyok river. The idea was to facilitate Indian troop movement in the region. Even before China could digest this, India began constructing another bridge across the Galwan Nullah. This concrete bridge is a part of the feeder road project and it replaces an existing wooden structure, to allow heavy military movement. It was this bridge that triggered the latest standoff. A nervous China deployed its troops along the LAC to put pressure on India to stop road construction. Also Read: 35 Chinese soldiers dead in Galwan Valley clash The Shyok-Daulat Beg Oldi road, the feeder roads and the landing strip have all cemented India's dominance in the region. Now, China's biggest fear is India's recovery of Aksai Chin which was captured by China in 1962. The Galwan area was among the biggest flashpoints during the 1962 war too and it has become a flashpoint again. India has a strategic advantage in the region and its borders are secured. India is stepping up infrastructure, on its own side of the border, and on its own land. The idea is to help Indian forces reach remote locations quickly and that is why China is protesting because its border transgressions are being challenged.

Why Galwan Valley has become the flashpoint in India-China conflict once again?

<p>Indian and Chinese soldiers were recently involved in a conflict across the Line of Actual Control.</p>

<p>While India quickly declared its fatalities along with the details of the incident, China has remained mum on what went down at the border.</p>

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<p>However, in typical China style, the press in the country has also failed to report on the skirmish.</p>

<p>No details have been divulged about Chinese losses in Galwan. On global platforms, China pins the blame on India for being the “aggressor”, while domestically the country has not reported the incident at all!</p>

<p>From the Global Times to the People's Daily and the PLA Daily, there has minimal to no coverage of the border face off. Most of it has been pushed away into small columns.</p>

<p><strong>A complete blackout!</strong></p>

<p>The Global Times duly reported the casualties on the Indian side, but made no mention of local casualties.</p>

<p>Another state mouthpiece Xinhua ran Xi Jinping’s phone call with Ecuadorian president as its biggest story.</p>

<p>China Daily’s headline read “India urged to halt border violation”, calling India’s actions a violation of its territorial sovereignty.</p>

<p>Another headline from Xinhua read “Chinese military urges India to return to correct track of dialogue and negotiations”.</p>

<p>CGTN, another major Chinese outlet wrote “China's military urges India to stop provocative actions along border areas”</p>

<p>However, Chinese troops continue to conduct large-scale military drills along the border.</p>


Indian and Chinese soldiers were recently involved in a conflict across the Line of Actual Control. While India quickly declared its fatalities along with the details of the incident, China has remained mum on what went down at the border.

Indian and Chinese soldiers were recently involved in a conflict across the Line of Actual Control. While India quickly declared its fatalities along with the details of the incident, China has remained mum on what went down at the border. However, in typical China style, the press in the country has also failed to report on the skirmish. No details have been divulged about Chinese losses in Galwan. On global platforms, China pins the blame on India for being the “aggressor”, while domestically the country has not reported the incident at all! From the Global Times to the People's Daily and the PLA Daily, there has minimal to no coverage of the border face off. Most of it has been pushed away into small columns. A complete blackout! The Global Times duly reported the casualties on the Indian side, but made no mention of local casualties. Another state mouthpiece Xinhua ran Xi Jinping’s phone call with Ecuadorian president as its biggest story. China Daily’s headline read “India urged to halt border violation”, calling India’s actions a violation of its territorial sovereignty. Another headline from Xinhua read “Chinese military urges India to return to correct track of dialogue and negotiations”. CGTN, another major Chinese outlet wrote “China's military urges India to stop provocative actions along border areas” However, Chinese troops continue to conduct large-scale military drills along the border.

While the world anxiously watches India-China standoff, Chinese media blacks out the conflict!

<p>After the border clash between India and China, the US State Department said that both sides have "expressed desire to de-escalate and we support a peaceful resolution of the current situation."</p>

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<p>"We are closely monitoring the situation between Indian and Chinese forces along the Line of Actual Control(LAC)," the State Department said in a statement. "We note the Indian Army has announced that 20 soldiers lost their lives, we offer our condolences to their families," it added.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-border-dispute-violent-face-off-a-result-of-attempt-by-china-to-unilaterally-change-status-quo-says-mea-306334">Also Read:&nbsp;India-China border dispute: ‘Violent face-off a result of attempt by China to unilaterally change status quo,’ says MEA</a></p>

<p>Indian and Chinese troops had clashed in the Galwan Valley on June 15/16 in which 20 Indian soldiers were martyred. The clash occurred after weeks of stand-off between the two armies in the upper Himalayas.</p>

<p>India's Ministry of External Affairs(MEA) said China tried to "unilaterally change the status quo and departed from the consensus to respect the Line of Actual Control in the Galwan Valley".</p>

<p>"Both sides suffered casualties that could have been avoided had an agreement at higher level been scrupulously followed by the Chinese side,” the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.</p>

<p>“Given its responsible approach to border management, India is very clear that all its activities are always within the Indian side of the LAC. We expect the same of the Chinese side,” it added.</p>


After the border clash between India and China, the US State Department said that both sides have "expressed desire to de-escalate and we support a peaceful resolution of the current situation.

After the border clash between India and China, the US State Department said that both sides have "expressed desire to de-escalate and we support a peaceful resolution of the current situation." Watch: "We are closely monitoring the situation between Indian and Chinese forces along the Line of Actual Control(LAC)," the State Department said in a statement. "We note the Indian Army has announced that 20 soldiers lost their lives, we offer our condolences to their families," it added. Also Read: India-China border dispute: ‘Violent face-off a result of attempt by China to unilaterally change status quo,’ says MEA Indian and Chinese troops had clashed in the Galwan Valley on June 15/16 in which 20 Indian soldiers were martyred. The clash occurred after weeks of stand-off between the two armies in the upper Himalayas. India's Ministry of External Affairs(MEA) said China tried to "unilaterally change the status quo and departed from the consensus to respect the Line of Actual Control in the Galwan Valley". "Both sides suffered casualties that could have been avoided had an agreement at higher level been scrupulously followed by the Chinese side,” the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. “Given its responsible approach to border management, India is very clear that all its activities are always within the Indian side of the LAC. We expect the same of the Chinese side,” it added.

Both sides have expressed desire to de-escalate, we support a peaceful resolution: US on India-China clash along LAC

<p>External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday told Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that the Chinese side took pre-meditated and planned action in Galwan Valley that was directly responsible for the resulting violence between two armies.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sacrifices-of-our-soldiers-wont-go-in-vain-pm-modi-on-india-china-standoff-306495"><strong>Also read: Sacrifices of our soldiers won't go in vain, says PM Modi on India-China standoff</strong></a><br />
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Foreign minister S Jaishankar had a telephonic conversation with his Chinese counterpart — a first since Monday’s violence at Ladakh’s Galwan Valley in which 20 Indian soldiers died, sources said.<br />
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<p>The Chinese side also sustained losses, sources said, in the violence a first in nearly five decades.</p>

<p>Jaishanker had told the Chinese minister that the Chinese side “took pre-meditated and planned action that was directly responsible for the resulting violence and casualties”, the government said. Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a strong message to China, said, “India wants peace but when provoked, it is capable of giving a fitting reply, be it any situation”.</p>

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<p>China has demanded punishment for those responsible for the conflict and said the troops should follow “important consensus reached by their leaders,” reports said.</p>

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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday told Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that the Chinese side took pre-meditated and planned action in Galwan Valley that was directly responsible for the resulting violence between two armies.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday told Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that the Chinese side took pre-meditated and planned action in Galwan Valley that was directly responsible for the resulting violence between two armies. Also read: Sacrifices of our soldiers won't go in vain, says PM Modi on India-China standoff Foreign minister S Jaishankar had a telephonic conversation with his Chinese counterpart — a first since Monday’s violence at Ladakh’s Galwan Valley in which 20 Indian soldiers died, sources said. Also read: 20 Indian soldiers martyred in a violent face-off with Chinese troops The Chinese side also sustained losses, sources said, in the violence a first in nearly five decades. Jaishanker had told the Chinese minister that the Chinese side “took pre-meditated and planned action that was directly responsible for the resulting violence and casualties”, the government said. Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a strong message to China, said, “India wants peace but when provoked, it is capable of giving a fitting reply, be it any situation”. Also read: Violent face-off a result of attempt by China to unilaterally change status quo,’ says MEA China has demanded punishment for those responsible for the conflict and said the troops should follow “important consensus reached by their leaders,” reports said. (With inputs from agencies)

China took pre-meditated action in Galwan valley that led to violence, Indian Foreign Minister tells Beijing

What we know about India-China clash along LAC

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the sacrifice of Indian soldiers killed in a violent face-off with Chinese troops at Galwan Valley in Ladakh would not go to waste.</p>

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<p>He said that "I would like to assure the nation that the sacrifice of our jawans will not be in vain. For us, the sovereignty of the country is the most important. India wants peace but it is capable to give a befitting reply if instigated."</p>

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<p>PM Modi was addressing the second round of consultation meeting with chief ministers of various states, on the Covid-19 situation in the country.</p>

<p>PM Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the chief ministers of 15 states and union territories, who are present in the meeting via video-conferencing, observed a two-minute silence as a tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives in Galwan Valley clash.</p>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the sacrifice of Indian soldiers killed in a violent face-off with Chinese troops at Galwan Valley in Ladakh would not go to waste.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the sacrifice of Indian soldiers killed in a violent face-off with Chinese troops at Galwan Valley in Ladakh would not go to waste. Also read: 20 Indian soldiers martyred in a violent face-off with Chinese troops He said that "I would like to assure the nation that the sacrifice of our jawans will not be in vain. For us, the sovereignty of the country is the most important. India wants peace but it is capable to give a befitting reply if instigated." #WATCH India wants peace but when instigated, India is capable of giving a befitting reply, be it any kind of situation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi pic.twitter.com/rJc0STCwBM — ANI (@ANI) June 17, 2020 × Also read: Violent face-off a result of attempt by China to unilaterally change status quo,’ says MEA PM Modi was addressing the second round of consultation meeting with chief ministers of various states, on the Covid-19 situation in the country. PM Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the chief ministers of 15 states and union territories, who are present in the meeting via video-conferencing, observed a two-minute silence as a tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives in Galwan Valley clash. (With inputs from ANI)

Sacrifices of our soldiers won't go in vain: PM Modi on India-China standoff

<p>Amid the India-China clash along the Line of Control(LAC), the Chinese foreign ministry in a press briefing said that to ease the border situation, India and China are in close communication diplomatically and militarily.</p>

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<p>"China has lodged strong protest and representation with the Indian side. We would urge India not to make provocations, take unilateral action which may complicate the situation," China's foreign ministry said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/35-chinese-soldiers-dead-in-galwan-valley-clash-us-intelligence-sources-306447">Also Read:&nbsp;35 Chinese soldiers dead in Galwan Valley clash: US intelligence sources</a></p>

<p>"Efforts to bring peace are on and to ease the border situation along the LAC," it said.</p>

<p>"We of course don't wish to see more clashes," foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said at a regular press conference.</p>

<p>"LAC was crossed for illegal activities and Chinese personnel were attacked resulting in provocation and casualties, we once again ask solemnly to maintain discipline," the Chinese foreign ministry added, while asserting that both sides have decided to resolve the issue through consultation.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, news agency ANI quoting sources said that four Indian soldiers were in critical condition after the face-off with Chinese troops along the LAC on Monday.</p>

<p>India reported that 20 soldiers were martyred during the clash, even as China's Global Times said there were also casualties on the Chinese side.</p>

<p>Amid reports of India casualties, PTI quoting US intelligence sources said that 35 soldiers had died and were injured on the Chinese side during the clash in Galwan Valley.</p>


Amid the India-China clash along the Line of Control(LAC), the Chinese foreign ministry in a press briefing said that to ease the border situation, India and China are in close communication diplomatically and militarily.

Amid the India-China clash along the Line of Control(LAC), the Chinese foreign ministry in a press briefing said that to ease the border situation, India and China are in close communication diplomatically and militarily. Watch: "China has lodged strong protest and representation with the Indian side. We would urge India not to make provocations, take unilateral action which may complicate the situation," China's foreign ministry said. Also Read: 35 Chinese soldiers dead in Galwan Valley clash: US intelligence sources "Efforts to bring peace are on and to ease the border situation along the LAC," it said. "We of course don't wish to see more clashes," foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said at a regular press conference. "LAC was crossed for illegal activities and Chinese personnel were attacked resulting in provocation and casualties, we once again ask solemnly to maintain discipline," the Chinese foreign ministry added, while asserting that both sides have decided to resolve the issue through consultation. Meanwhile, news agency ANI quoting sources said that four Indian soldiers were in critical condition after the face-off with Chinese troops along the LAC on Monday. India reported that 20 soldiers were martyred during the clash, even as China's Global Times said there were also casualties on the Chinese side. Amid reports of India casualties, PTI quoting US intelligence sources said that 35 soldiers had died and were injured on the Chinese side during the clash in Galwan Valley.

We don't wish to see more clashes: China on confrontation with India along LAC

<p>With escalating tensions between India and China at Ladakh’s Galwan Valley, it was a sad day yesterday as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/commanding-officer-of-16-bihar-regiment-colonel-santosh-babu-loses-life-in-india-china-faceoff-306328">at least 20 Indian army personnel were martyred.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>As the news of their face-off with Chinese counterparts reached social media, Bollywood celebs paid their condolences to the martyrs’ families.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Among the first was Akshay Kumar who tweeted, "Deeply saddened by the death of our bravehearts in #GalwanValley. We will forever be indebted to them for their invaluable service to the nation. My heartfelt condolences to their families 🙏🏻"</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="und">T 3565 - .... ज़रा आँख में भर लो पानी ; जो शहीद हुए हैं उनकी , ज़रा याद करो क़ुर्बानी .. 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳they sacrificed their lives to protect our country , to keep us safe and secure. SALUTE Indian Army Officers and Jawans ! JAI HIND</p>
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<p>Hrithik Roshan tweeted, "It leaves me with a heavy heart to know of the lives lost in Ladakh &amp; the unrest we are faced with. Our defence stands tall on ground. My highest respect to the martyred in the line of duty. Condolences &amp; prayers for their families. May the departed &amp; living find peace 🙏🏻"</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">It leaves me with a heavy heart to know of the lives lost in Ladakh &amp; the unrest we are faced with. Our defence stands tall on ground. My highest respect to the martyred in the line of duty. Condolences &amp; prayers for their families. May the departed &amp; living find peace 🙏🏻</p>
— Hrithik Roshan (@iHrithik) <a href="https://twitter.com/iHrithik/status/1272898534392635393?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>Yami Gautam wrote, "Heartfelt condolences to the families of our brave soldiers who got martyred 🙏🏻We are deeply indebted to our Indian Army for their sacrifice and always upholding the security &amp; integrity of the Nation. But really praying for peace &amp; hope 🙏🏻<br />
Jai Hind #GalwanValley"</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Heartfelt condolences to the families of our brave soldiers who got martyred 🙏🏻We are deeply indebted to our Indian Army for their sacrifice and always upholding the security &amp; integrity of the Nation. But really praying for peace &amp; hope 🙏🏻<br />
Jai Hind🇮🇳 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GalwanValley?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GalwanValley</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-rohit-sharma-join-list-of-cricketers-to-pay-tribute-to-the-martyred-indian-soldiers-306457" hreflang="en">Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma join list of cricketers to pay tribute to the martyred Indian soldiers</a></p>

<p>Sonu Sood wrote, "Santosh babu.. you will remain in our hearts forever. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. We Salute you and your family for what you did for our nation🙏. #GalwanValley"</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Santosh babu.. you will remain in our hearts forever. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. We Salute you and your family for what you did for our nation🙏. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GalwanValley?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GalwanValley</a> 🇮🇳 <a href="https://t.co/1tCBQrM7ab">pic.twitter.com/1tCBQrM7ab</a></p>
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<p>Neha Dhupia posted, "Condolences to the families of the soldiers who laid their lives down in #Galwanvalley ... we are indebted to these brave hearts for life ... Jai hind"</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Condolences to the families of the soldiers who laid their lives down in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Galwanvalley?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Galwanvalley</a> ... we are indebted to these brave hearts for life ... Jai hind 🇮🇳</p>
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<p>Kareena Kapoor Khan wrote, “Condolences to the families of the bravehearts who lost their lives. Thank you for all your sacrifices.”</p>

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With escalating tensions between India and China at Ladakh’s Galwan Valley, it was a sad day yesterday as at least 20 Indian army personnel were martyred. As the news of their face-off with Chinese counterparts reached social media, Bollywood celebs paid their condolences to the martyrs’ families.

With escalating tensions between India and China at Ladakh’s Galwan Valley, it was a sad day yesterday as at least 20 Indian army personnel were martyred. As the news of their face-off with Chinese counterparts reached social media, Bollywood celebs paid their condolences to the martyrs’ families. Among the first was Akshay Kumar who tweeted, "Deeply saddened by the death of our bravehearts in #GalwanValley. We will forever be indebted to them for their invaluable service to the nation. My heartfelt condolences to their families 🙏🏻" Deeply saddened by the death of our bravehearts in #GalwanValley. We will forever be indebted to them for their invaluable service to the nation. My heartfelt condolences to their families 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/tGOGTU61X6 — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) June 16, 2020 × Amitabh Bachchan wrote, "T 3565 - .... ज़रा आँख में भर लो पानी ; जो शहीद हुए हैं उनकी , ज़रा याद करो क़ुर्बानी ...they sacrificed their lives to protect our country , to keep us safe and secure. SALUTE Indian Army Officers and Jawans! JAI HIND" T 3565 - .... ज़रा आँख में भर लो पानी ; जो शहीद हुए हैं उनकी , ज़रा याद करो क़ुर्बानी .. 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳they sacrificed their lives to protect our country , to keep us safe and secure. SALUTE Indian Army Officers and Jawans ! JAI HIND — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) June 16, 2020 × Hrithik Roshan tweeted, "It leaves me with a heavy heart to know of the lives lost in Ladakh & the unrest we are faced with. Our defence stands tall on ground. My highest respect to the martyred in the line of duty. Condolences & prayers for their families. May the departed & living find peace 🙏🏻" It leaves me with a heavy heart to know of the lives lost in Ladakh & the unrest we are faced with. Our defence stands tall on ground. My highest respect to the martyred in the line of duty. Condolences & prayers for their families. May the departed & living find peace 🙏🏻 — Hrithik Roshan (@iHrithik) June 16, 2020 × Yami Gautam wrote, "Heartfelt condolences to the families of our brave soldiers who got martyred 🙏🏻We are deeply indebted to our Indian Army for their sacrifice and always upholding the security & integrity of the Nation. But really praying for peace & hope 🙏🏻 Jai Hind #GalwanValley" Heartfelt condolences to the families of our brave soldiers who got martyred 🙏🏻We are deeply indebted to our Indian Army for their sacrifice and always upholding the security & integrity of the Nation. But really praying for peace & hope 🙏🏻 Jai Hind🇮🇳 #GalwanValley — Yami Gautam (@yamigautam) June 16, 2020 × Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma join list of cricketers to pay tribute to the martyred Indian soldiers Sonu Sood wrote, "Santosh babu.. you will remain in our hearts forever. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. We Salute you and your family for what you did for our nation🙏. #GalwanValley" Santosh babu.. you will remain in our hearts forever. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. We Salute you and your family for what you did for our nation🙏. #GalwanValley 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/1tCBQrM7ab — sonu sood (@SonuSood) June 16, 2020 × Neha Dhupia posted, "Condolences to the families of the soldiers who laid their lives down in #Galwanvalley ... we are indebted to these brave hearts for life ... Jai hind" Condolences to the families of the soldiers who laid their lives down in #Galwanvalley ... we are indebted to these brave hearts for life ... Jai hind 🇮🇳 — Neha Dhupia (@NehaDhupia) June 16, 2020 × Kareena Kapoor Khan wrote, “Condolences to the families of the bravehearts who lost their lives. Thank you for all your sacrifices.” View this post on Instagram RIP 🙏🏻 A post shared by Kareena Kapoor Khan (@kareenakapoorkhan) on Jun 16, 2020 at 11:13pm PDT ×

Galwan Valley: Akshay Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan & others pay condolence to martyrs' families

<p>Skipper Virat Kohli paid tribute to the Indian Army soldiers who were martyred during a &nbsp;face-off with the Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley situated in Ladakh.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kolhi took to Twitter and said: "Salute and deepest respect to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect our country in the Galwan Valley. NO one is more selfless and brave than a soldier. Sincere condolences to the families. I hope they find peace through our prayers at this difficult time."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Salute and deepest respect to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect our country in the Galwan Valley. NO one is more selfless and brave than a soldier. Sincere condolences to the families. I hope they find peace through our prayers at this difficult time. 🙏</p>
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli/status/1273115806067548162?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 17, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>Indian and Chinese troops had clashed in the Galwan Valley on June 15/16 in which 20 Indian soldiers were martyred. The clash occurred after weeks of stand-off between the two armies in the upper Himalayas.</p>

<p>India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said China tried to "unilaterally change the status quo and departed from the consensus to respect the Line of Actual Control in the Galwan Valley".</p>

<p>"Both sides suffered casualties that could have been avoided had an agreement at higher level been scrupulously followed by the Chinese side," the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.</p>

<p>"Given its responsible approach to border management, India is very clear that all its activities are always within the Indian side of the LAC. We expect the same of the Chinese side," it added.</p>

<p>Many other icons in the Indian cricket like Rohit Sharma, Ishant Sharma and Yuvraj Singh also tweeted to pay tribute to the martyrs.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Salute to our REAL HEROES who laid their lives protecting and honouring our border. May god give their families utmost strength <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GalwanValley?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GalwanValley</a></p>
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45/status/1273120706671370240?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 17, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I salute the courage of our Indian soldiers who have been martyred at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GalwanValley?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GalwanValley</a><br />
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All these atrocities must stop and hope we can have a peaceful world where human life is valued.<br />
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My thoughts are with the bereaved families, I pray for their strength 🙏🏻</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A big salute to our bravehearts who have been fighting for our motherland day and night, only to protect us. My condolences and prayers to the family! Om Shanti! 🙏 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/indiachinastandoff?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#indiachinastandoff</a></p>
— Ishant Sharma (@ImIshant) <a href="https://twitter.com/ImIshant/status/1273096005634985984?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 17, 2020</a></blockquote>
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Skipper Virat Kohli paid tribute to the Indian Army soldiers who were martyred during a face-off with the Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley situated in Ladakh.

Skipper Virat Kohli paid tribute to the Indian Army soldiers who were martyred during a face-off with the Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley situated in Ladakh. Kolhi took to Twitter and said: "Salute and deepest respect to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect our country in the Galwan Valley. NO one is more selfless and brave than a soldier. Sincere condolences to the families. I hope they find peace through our prayers at this difficult time." Salute and deepest respect to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect our country in the Galwan Valley. NO one is more selfless and brave than a soldier. Sincere condolences to the families. I hope they find peace through our prayers at this difficult time. 🙏 — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) June 17, 2020 × Indian and Chinese troops had clashed in the Galwan Valley on June 15/16 in which 20 Indian soldiers were martyred. The clash occurred after weeks of stand-off between the two armies in the upper Himalayas. India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said China tried to "unilaterally change the status quo and departed from the consensus to respect the Line of Actual Control in the Galwan Valley". "Both sides suffered casualties that could have been avoided had an agreement at higher level been scrupulously followed by the Chinese side," the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. "Given its responsible approach to border management, India is very clear that all its activities are always within the Indian side of the LAC. We expect the same of the Chinese side," it added. Many other icons in the Indian cricket like Rohit Sharma, Ishant Sharma and Yuvraj Singh also tweeted to pay tribute to the martyrs. Salute to our REAL HEROES who laid their lives protecting and honouring our border. May god give their families utmost strength #GalwanValley — Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) June 17, 2020 × I salute the courage of our Indian soldiers who have been martyred at #GalwanValley All these atrocities must stop and hope we can have a peaceful world where human life is valued. My thoughts are with the bereaved families, I pray for their strength 🙏🏻 — Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) June 16, 2020 × A big salute to our bravehearts who have been fighting for our motherland day and night, only to protect us. My condolences and prayers to the family! Om Shanti! 🙏 #indiachinastandoff — Ishant Sharma (@ImIshant) June 17, 2020 ×

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma join list of cricketers to pay tribute to the martyred Indian soldiers

<p>The Indian Army on Tuesday has confirmed that the number of Indian soldiers martyred in the “violent face-off” with Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley on Monday night is now 20.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-border-dispute-violent-face-off-a-result-of-attempt-by-china-to-unilaterally-change-status-quo-says-mea-306334"><strong>Also read: Violent face-off a result of attempt by China to unilaterally change status quo,’ says MEA</strong></a></p>

<p>"Indian and Chinese troops have disengaged at the Galwan area where they had earlier clashed on the night of 15/16 June 2020. 17 Indian troops who were critically injured in the line of duty at the standoff location and exposed to sub-zero temperatures in the high altitude terrain have succumbed to their injuries, taking the total that were killed in action to 20 Indian Army is firmly committed to protecting the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the nation," the official statement read.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/3-indian-soldiers-martyred-in-clash-with-chinese-troops-along-lac-306224"><strong>Also read: 3 Indian soldiers martyred in clash with Chinese troops along LAC</strong></a></p>

<p>The sources also said that though the exact number is not known, almost the same number of Chinese troops have been killed during the clashes in the Galwan Valley.</p>

<p>The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has blamed China for the incident and alleged that it tried to unilaterally change the status and "departed from the consensus to respect the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Galwan Valley".</p>

<p>Meanwhile, an alert has been issued in Himachal Pradesh’s Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti districts, adjoining Tibet, to take all precautionary measures to ensure security, the state government said on Tuesday.</p>

<p>It said the measures have been taken in the state to collect intelligence to plan the future of course of action. All state intelligence units have also been alerted in this regard, it added.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Indian Army on Tuesday has confirmed that the number of Indian soldiers martyred in the “violent face-off” with Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley on Monday night is now 20.

The Indian Army on Tuesday has confirmed that the number of Indian soldiers martyred in the “violent face-off” with Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley on Monday night is now 20. Also read: Violent face-off a result of attempt by China to unilaterally change status quo,’ says MEA "Indian and Chinese troops have disengaged at the Galwan area where they had earlier clashed on the night of 15/16 June 2020. 17 Indian troops who were critically injured in the line of duty at the standoff location and exposed to sub-zero temperatures in the high altitude terrain have succumbed to their injuries, taking the total that were killed in action to 20 Indian Army is firmly committed to protecting the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the nation," the official statement read. Also read: 3 Indian soldiers martyred in clash with Chinese troops along LAC The sources also said that though the exact number is not known, almost the same number of Chinese troops have been killed during the clashes in the Galwan Valley. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has blamed China for the incident and alleged that it tried to unilaterally change the status and "departed from the consensus to respect the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Galwan Valley". Meanwhile, an alert has been issued in Himachal Pradesh’s Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti districts, adjoining Tibet, to take all precautionary measures to ensure security, the state government said on Tuesday. It said the measures have been taken in the state to collect intelligence to plan the future of course of action. All state intelligence units have also been alerted in this regard, it added. (With inputs from agencies)

India-China border dispute: 20 Indian soldiers martyred in a violent face-off with Chinese troops

<p>Amid border clash with Indian soldiers along the Line of Actual Control(LAC), China foreign ministry on Tuesday said that "Indian troops crossed the border twice on Monday provoking and attacking Chinese personnel, resulting in serious physical confrontation between border forces on the two sides."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/3-indian-soldiers-martyred-in-clash-with-chinese-troops-along-lac-306224">Also Read: 3 Indian soldiers martyred in clash with Chinese troops along LAC</a></p>

<p>Foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said that Beijing has lodged "strong protests and solemn representations to Delhi."</p>

<p>"We again solemnly request that India follows the relevant attitude and restrains its frontline troops," Lijian said, adding,"Do not cross the border, do not provoke trouble, do not take any unilateral action that would complicate the border situation."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/when-chinas-pla-troops-clashed-with-india-in-1962-war-over-galwan-valley-301377">In Pics:&nbsp;When China's PLA troops clashed with India in 1962 war over Galwan valley</a></p>

<p>Meanwhile, China's state-run Global Times said that "Chinese side also suffered casualties in the Galwan Valley physical clash".</p>

<p>The Indian army &nbsp;had earlier informed&nbsp;that one of its officers and two soldiers were martyred during a "violent faceoff" on the border with China on Monday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"During the de-escalation process underway in the Galwan Valley, a violent face-off took place on Monday night with casualties. The loss of lives on the Indian side includes an officer and two soldiers," the Army said in a statement while adding that "casualties suffered on both sides".</p>

<p>The Indian Army informed that senior military officials from both sides were currently meeting to defuse the situation.</p>

<p>The two sides have been locked in a standoff in the western Himalayas for several weeks</p>


Amid border clash with Indian soldiers along the Line of Actual Control(LAC), China foreign ministry on Tuesday said that "Indian troops crossed the border twice on Monday provoking and attacking Chinese personnel, resulting in serious physical confrontation between border forces on the two sides.

Amid border clash with Indian soldiers along the Line of Actual Control(LAC), China foreign ministry on Tuesday said that "Indian troops crossed the border twice on Monday provoking and attacking Chinese personnel, resulting in serious physical confrontation between border forces on the two sides." Also Read: 3 Indian soldiers martyred in clash with Chinese troops along LAC Foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said that Beijing has lodged "strong protests and solemn representations to Delhi." "We again solemnly request that India follows the relevant attitude and restrains its frontline troops," Lijian said, adding,"Do not cross the border, do not provoke trouble, do not take any unilateral action that would complicate the border situation." In Pics: When China's PLA troops clashed with India in 1962 war over Galwan valley Meanwhile, China's state-run Global Times said that "Chinese side also suffered casualties in the Galwan Valley physical clash". The Indian army had earlier informed that one of its officers and two soldiers were martyred during a "violent faceoff" on the border with China on Monday. "During the de-escalation process underway in the Galwan Valley, a violent face-off took place on Monday night with casualties. The loss of lives on the Indian side includes an officer and two soldiers," the Army said in a statement while adding that "casualties suffered on both sides". The Indian Army informed that senior military officials from both sides were currently meeting to defuse the situation. The two sides have been locked in a standoff in the western Himalayas for several weeks

'Chinese side also suffered casualties': Do not cross the border, says China to India

<p>While Indian Prime Minister did not send birthday wishes to Chinese President Xi Jinping yesterday for the first time in many years, today's violent faceoff between the troops of both the countries show how&nbsp;precarious the terms are between the two countries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Both of them have&nbsp;suffered casualties amid de-escalation in the Galwan valley. &nbsp;</p>

<p>There was a faceoff between Indian and Chinese troops last evening in the Galwan region near patrolling point number 14 in which there were&nbsp;casualties on both the sides.This has happened for the&nbsp;first time&nbsp;in atleast four decades.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/3-indian-soldiers-martyred-in-clash-with-chinese-troops-along-lac-306224">3 Indian soldiers martyred in clash with Chinese troops along LAC</a></strong></p>

<p>On the Indian side atleast three armymen were killed in action. The casualties include 2 soldiers and a senior officer Colonel Santosh Babu, the commanding officer of the 16 Bihar regiment.</p>

<p>No firing is said to have taken place, it was a skirmish, a&nbsp;physical brawl.This is being called a result of six weeks of massive build-up.</p>

<p>Beijing is suggesting&nbsp;that India provoked it first. It accuses Indian troops of illegally crossing into Chinese territory.</p>

<p>The Chinese foreign ministry says that this was a&nbsp;''serious violation'' of the consensus reached during disengagement talks.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinese-side-also-suffered-casualties-do-not-cross-the-border-says-china-to-india-306257" hreflang="en">'Chinese side suffered casualties': Don't cross border, says China to India</a></strong></p>

<p>But China is yet to admit if it suffered any casualties. China warned India to prevent ''complicating&nbsp;the border situation''&nbsp;taking provocative and unilateral action.''</p>

<p>The Chinese army has a system of political commissars.&nbsp;These are officers who serve as the link between the party and the army.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They are responsible for political indoctrination&nbsp;and for motivating soldiers in combat situations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to&nbsp;sources the political commissar was instrumental in ratcheting up the tension and provoking this scuffle.</p>

<p>The Chinese troops constructed a temporary structure on indian side of the border, a&nbsp;clear violation of the consensus reached during the military-level talks.</p>

<p>The temporary structure was built somwhere along patrolling point number 14. Indian troops destroyed this structure yesterday.</p>

<p>The Chinese side returned in big numbers prepared for a faceoff. Colonel Santosh Babu and his batallion went ahead to block the Chinese incursion. A violent clash ensued, a number of soldiers apparently got pushed &nbsp;into the Galwan river.</p>

<p>The number of casualties is said to beyond three. As per sources atleast 15 soldiers are said to have been killed in action on the Chinese side.</p>

<p>India is much better prepared today to deal with a chinese offensive than it was at the time of Doklam..&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ther army has reportedly been placed on an 'orange alert', this is the second-highest level of alert, second only to the red alert.</p>

<p>It is usually placed in anticipation of a strike. A large-scale confrontation.</p>

<p>The army has sounded the orange alert several times in the past.&nbsp;Mostly after or in anticipation of terror attacks.</p>

<p>Dialogue is being given the top priority. India and China were engaged in marathon talks the entire day.</p>

<p>The Indian Defence Minister chaired a crucial meeting to review the situation. It went on late till this evening.</p>

<p>It was attended by the Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, the three service chiefs and the foreign minister of India S.Jaishankar.</p>

<p>The Prime minister of India is being briefed about all important developments.</p>


While Indian Prime Minister did not send birthday wishes to Chinese President Xi Jinping yesterday for the first time in many years, today's violent faceoff between the troops of both the countries show how precarious the terms are between the two countries.

While Indian Prime Minister did not send birthday wishes to Chinese President Xi Jinping yesterday for the first time in many years, today's violent faceoff between the troops of both the countries show how precarious the terms are between the two countries. Both of them have suffered casualties amid de-escalation in the Galwan valley. There was a faceoff between Indian and Chinese troops last evening in the Galwan region near patrolling point number 14 in which there were casualties on both the sides.This has happened for the first time in atleast four decades. Also read: 3 Indian soldiers martyred in clash with Chinese troops along LAC On the Indian side atleast three armymen were killed in action. The casualties include 2 soldiers and a senior officer Colonel Santosh Babu, the commanding officer of the 16 Bihar regiment. No firing is said to have taken place, it was a skirmish, a physical brawl.This is being called a result of six weeks of massive build-up. Beijing is suggesting that India provoked it first. It accuses Indian troops of illegally crossing into Chinese territory. The Chinese foreign ministry says that this was a ''serious violation'' of the consensus reached during disengagement talks. Also read: 'Chinese side suffered casualties': Don't cross border, says China to India But China is yet to admit if it suffered any casualties. China warned India to prevent ''complicating the border situation'' taking provocative and unilateral action.'' The Chinese army has a system of political commissars. These are officers who serve as the link between the party and the army. They are responsible for political indoctrination and for motivating soldiers in combat situations. According to sources the political commissar was instrumental in ratcheting up the tension and provoking this scuffle. The Chinese troops constructed a temporary structure on indian side of the border, a clear violation of the consensus reached during the military-level talks. The temporary structure was built somwhere along patrolling point number 14. Indian troops destroyed this structure yesterday. The Chinese side returned in big numbers prepared for a faceoff. Colonel Santosh Babu and his batallion went ahead to block the Chinese incursion. A violent clash ensued, a number of soldiers apparently got pushed into the Galwan river. The number of casualties is said to beyond three. As per sources atleast 15 soldiers are said to have been killed in action on the Chinese side. India is much better prepared today to deal with a chinese offensive than it was at the time of Doklam.. Ther army has reportedly been placed on an 'orange alert', this is the second-highest level of alert, second only to the red alert. It is usually placed in anticipation of a strike. A large-scale confrontation. The army has sounded the orange alert several times in the past. Mostly after or in anticipation of terror attacks. Dialogue is being given the top priority. India and China were engaged in marathon talks the entire day. The Indian Defence Minister chaired a crucial meeting to review the situation. It went on late till this evening. It was attended by the Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, the three service chiefs and the foreign minister of India S.Jaishankar. The Prime minister of India is being briefed about all important developments.

Indian and Chinese troops suffer casualities in faceoff for first time in four decades

<p>As Indian and Chinese troops remain engaged in a tense border standoff, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday asserted that the government will not allow India's pride to be hurt under any circumstances even as he said bilateral talks were on at military and diplomatic levels to resolve the row.</p>

<p>Singh also said that he conveyed to US Defence Secretary Mark T Esper during a telephonic conversation on Friday that India and China have an existing mechanisms to resolve "problems" through talks at diplomatic and military levels.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rajanth-singh-us-defence-secretary-mark-esper-discuss-china-build-up-301895" hreflang="en">Rajanth Singh, US defence secretary Mark Esper discuss China build-up</a></strong></p>

<p>In the midst of the flare-ups between Indian and Chinese armies, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he was "ready, willing and able to mediate" between the two countries. He reiterated the offer on Thursday as well.<br />
The Ministry of External Affairs indirectly rejected the offer two days ago, but Singh became the first central minister to speak on India's position on the issue with clarity.</p>

<p>"I spoke to the US Defence Secretary yesterday. I told him that we have developed a mechanism already under which any problem between India and China are resolved through military and diplomatic dialogue," Singh said.</p>

<p><strong>Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/when-chinas-pla-troops-clashed-with-india-in-1962-war-over-galwan-valley-301377">When China's PLA troops clashed with India in 1962 war over Galwan valley</a></strong></p>

<p>He was replying to a question on whether India ruled out any third-party mediation in resolving the border row with China. The defence minister said efforts are on to resolve the border row in eastern Ladakh.</p>

<p>"I want to assure the country that we will not allow India's pride to be hurt under any circumstances. India has been following a clear policy of maintaining good relationship with neighbouring countries and it is not a new approach; We have been following it for long. At times, situation arises with China. It has happened before," he said.</p>

<p>Singh noted that China has also said that it wants to resolve the border issue through diplomatic dialogue.</p>

<p>"It has been India's efforts to ensure that the tension does not escalate. It should be resolved through talks at military and diplomatic levels. Negotiations are ongoing between the two countries at the military and diplomatic levels," he said.</p>

<p>Troops of India and China were engaged in the standoff for over three weeks in Pangong Tso, Galwan Valley, Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldie in eastern Ladakh.</p>

<p>The trigger for the face-off was China's stiff opposition to India laying a key road in the Finger area around the Pangong Tso Lake besides construction of another road connecting the Darbuk-Shayok-Daulat Beg Oldie road in Galwan Valley.</p>

<p>Military sources said China was also laying a road in the Finger area which is not acceptable to India.</p>

<p>The sources said military reinforcements including troops, vehicles and artillery guns were sent to eastern Ladakh by the Indian Army to shore up its presence in the areas where Chinese soldiers were resorting to aggressive posturing.</p>

<p>The situation in eastern Ladakh deteriorated after around 250 Chinese and Indian soldiers were engaged in a violent face-off on the evening of May 5 which spilled over to the next day before the two sides agreed to "disengage".<br />
However, the standoff continued.</p>

<p>The incident in Pangong Tso was followed by a similar incident in north Sikkim on May 9.</p>

<p>The troops of India and China were engaged in a 73-day stand-off in Doklam tri-junction in 2017 which even triggered fears of a war between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.</p>

<p>The India-China border dispute covers the 3,488-km-long LAC. China claims Arunachal Pradesh as part of southern Tibet while India contests it.</p>

<p>Both sides have been asserting that pending the final resolution of the boundary issue, it is necessary to maintain peace and tranquillity in the border areas.</p>


As Indian and Chinese troops remain engaged in a tense border standoff, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday asserted that the government will not allow India's pride to be hurt under any circumstances even as he said bilateral talks were on at military and diplomatic levels to resolve the row.

As Indian and Chinese troops remain engaged in a tense border standoff, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday asserted that the government will not allow India's pride to be hurt under any circumstances even as he said bilateral talks were on at military and diplomatic levels to resolve the row. Singh also said that he conveyed to US Defence Secretary Mark T Esper during a telephonic conversation on Friday that India and China have an existing mechanisms to resolve "problems" through talks at diplomatic and military levels. Also read: Rajanth Singh, US defence secretary Mark Esper discuss China build-up In the midst of the flare-ups between Indian and Chinese armies, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he was "ready, willing and able to mediate" between the two countries. He reiterated the offer on Thursday as well. The Ministry of External Affairs indirectly rejected the offer two days ago, but Singh became the first central minister to speak on India's position on the issue with clarity. "I spoke to the US Defence Secretary yesterday. I told him that we have developed a mechanism already under which any problem between India and China are resolved through military and diplomatic dialogue," Singh said. Also see: When China's PLA troops clashed with India in 1962 war over Galwan valley He was replying to a question on whether India ruled out any third-party mediation in resolving the border row with China. The defence minister said efforts are on to resolve the border row in eastern Ladakh. "I want to assure the country that we will not allow India's pride to be hurt under any circumstances. India has been following a clear policy of maintaining good relationship with neighbouring countries and it is not a new approach; We have been following it for long. At times, situation arises with China. It has happened before," he said. Singh noted that China has also said that it wants to resolve the border issue through diplomatic dialogue. "It has been India's efforts to ensure that the tension does not escalate. It should be resolved through talks at military and diplomatic levels. Negotiations are ongoing between the two countries at the military and diplomatic levels," he said. Troops of India and China were engaged in the standoff for over three weeks in Pangong Tso, Galwan Valley, Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldie in eastern Ladakh. The trigger for the face-off was China's stiff opposition to India laying a key road in the Finger area around the Pangong Tso Lake besides construction of another road connecting the Darbuk-Shayok-Daulat Beg Oldie road in Galwan Valley. Military sources said China was also laying a road in the Finger area which is not acceptable to India. The sources said military reinforcements including troops, vehicles and artillery guns were sent to eastern Ladakh by the Indian Army to shore up its presence in the areas where Chinese soldiers were resorting to aggressive posturing. The situation in eastern Ladakh deteriorated after around 250 Chinese and Indian soldiers were engaged in a violent face-off on the evening of May 5 which spilled over to the next day before the two sides agreed to "disengage". However, the standoff continued. The incident in Pangong Tso was followed by a similar incident in north Sikkim on May 9. The troops of India and China were engaged in a 73-day stand-off in Doklam tri-junction in 2017 which even triggered fears of a war between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. The India-China border dispute covers the 3,488-km-long LAC. China claims Arunachal Pradesh as part of southern Tibet while India contests it. Both sides have been asserting that pending the final resolution of the boundary issue, it is necessary to maintain peace and tranquillity in the border areas.

Talks at military, diplomatic levels on to resolve Ladakh standoff: Rajnath

When China's PLA troops clashed with India in 1962 war over Galwan valley

In a major conversation and an official statement from Chinese ambassador to India Sun Weidong states that 'India and China are not a threat to each other' and both respect each others integrity and sovereignty which is paramount.

Chinese Envoy to India: We are not a threat to each other

<p>While&nbsp;his own endless wars with China reamined unresolved,&nbsp;US President Donald Trump,&nbsp;the self proclaimed mediator has offered his services during the India-China standoff to remain&nbsp;on top of the trending curve and&nbsp;ensuring the global dominion of the United States.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Riding on a tweet, Trump&nbsp;waded into the border standoff on May 27 by saying&nbsp;that the US&nbsp;is ready, willing and able to mediate. He said&nbsp;the US&nbsp;government would like to arbitrate in this 'raging border dispute'.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
Trump says that India and China have already been informed regarding this and he has thanked both countries in advance.</p>

<p>Surprisingly, Trump did not even know that India and China shared a border at a time.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
Pulitzer-winning journalists Philip Rucker and Carol D&nbsp;Lennig, in their book titled 'a very stable genius' have claimed that trump was unaware of the fact that India and China shared a border.&nbsp;<br />
&nbsp;<br />
Apparently, Trump once left Prime Minister Modi flabbergasted with his quote unquote ''poor knowledge of geography''.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
According to this book, in a meeting between the two leaders Trump said ''it's not like you've got China on your border''.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
Trump is an indefatigable President when it comes to mediation.</p>

<p>He keeps making mediation and negotiation offers (in case of Kashmir)&nbsp;only to be rejected by India&nbsp;and praised by Pakistan.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
&nbsp;<br />
Trump calls himself the ace deal maker. In the almost four years that he's been in office, he has chased foreign policy wins and failed<br />
&nbsp;<br />
From the unraveled North Korea situation to the&nbsp;collision course in terms of Iran along with the much touted deal of the century in the Israel-Palestine issue which is yet to happen, Trump has failed several times.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
And now he wants to try his hand at South Asia.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
&nbsp;<br />
It is extremely difficult to inetrpret what exactly it is that he wants and why does he keep making these offers only to be rebuffed?&nbsp;<br />
&nbsp;<br />
peace then he must first settle his own government's disputes with China.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
If he wants&nbsp;to punish China then must find a way and not fire off India's shoulders.</p>


While his own endless wars with China reamined unresolved, US President Donald Trump, the self proclaimed mediator has offered his services during the India-China standoff to remain on top of the trending curve and ensuring the global dominion of the United States.

While his own endless wars with China reamined unresolved, US President Donald Trump, the self proclaimed mediator has offered his services during the India-China standoff to remain on top of the trending curve and ensuring the global dominion of the United States. Riding on a tweet, Trump waded into the border standoff on May 27 by saying that the US is ready, willing and able to mediate. He said the US government would like to arbitrate in this 'raging border dispute'. Trump says that India and China have already been informed regarding this and he has thanked both countries in advance. Surprisingly, Trump did not even know that India and China shared a border at a time. Pulitzer-winning journalists Philip Rucker and Carol D Lennig, in their book titled 'a very stable genius' have claimed that trump was unaware of the fact that India and China shared a border. Apparently, Trump once left Prime Minister Modi flabbergasted with his quote unquote ''poor knowledge of geography''. According to this book, in a meeting between the two leaders Trump said ''it's not like you've got China on your border''. Trump is an indefatigable President when it comes to mediation. He keeps making mediation and negotiation offers (in case of Kashmir) only to be rejected by India and praised by Pakistan. Trump calls himself the ace deal maker. In the almost four years that he's been in office, he has chased foreign policy wins and failed From the unraveled North Korea situation to the collision course in terms of Iran along with the much touted deal of the century in the Israel-Palestine issue which is yet to happen, Trump has failed several times. And now he wants to try his hand at South Asia. It is extremely difficult to inetrpret what exactly it is that he wants and why does he keep making these offers only to be rebuffed? peace then he must first settle his own government's disputes with China. If he wants to punish China then must find a way and not fire off India's shoulders.

In bid of global dominion, Trump offers to negotiate between India-China standoff

<p>Amid the India-China face-off at the Line of Actual Control(LAC) in Ladakh, Bejing has taken a de-acceleratory approach even as US President Donald <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/trump-offers-to-mediate-or-arbitrate-between-india-and-china-301344">Trump</a> offered to mediate.</p>

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<p>The Chinese envoy to India, Sun Weidong speaking at the Confederation of Young leaders Zoom meet&nbsp;said, "realization of "Dragon and Elephant dancing together" is the only right choice for China and India, which serves the fundamental interests of our two countries and two peoples."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-standoff-why-pla-soldiers-are-eyeing-the-galwan-valley-301185">Also Read:&nbsp;Why PLA soldiers are eyeing the Galwan valley</a></p>

<p>"China and India are each other's opportunities and pose no threat to each other" and both "need to see each other's development in a correct way and enhance strategic mutual trust. We should correctly view our differences and never let the differences shadow the overall situation of bilateral cooperation."</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, the Chinese foreign ministry in its daily presser said,"Current situation on China-India border is generally stable and controllable" and confirmed both sides are in touch with each other.</p>

<p>Government&nbsp;sources had told WION on Tuesday that the ongoing India-China standoff along&nbsp;the LAC is "sensitive but not dangerous" and both sides are in communication to resolve the current situation at local and&nbsp;diplomatic."</p>

<p>Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump said he is willing to mediate in the "raging border" dispute.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute. Thank you!, the US President said in a tweet.</p>

<p>India and China face-off comes three years after the 2017 Doklam crisis. After the 73-day Doklam crisis both countries had established a mechanism of informal summits alternating between the two countries to resolve any problems that may arise.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the first informal summit in Wuhan in 2018, both sides gave "guidance" to forces and "committed" to work for the "common objective of maintenance of peace and tranquillity in border areas". It was reiterated again in the Mamallapuram informal summit that took last year.</p>

<p>US President's offer may not find any traction. Nirupama Rao, India's former foreign secretary, and envoy to the US said, while "US and India are firm friends and strategic partners and kindred democracies. The US and China on the other hand, are in an increasingly combative and competitive mode of relations."</p>

<p>"Offer by President Trump to mediate between India and China is well-intentioned it will not have traction. India and China will have to continue their efforts to seek peaceful solutions to their differences without any third country involvement,"&nbsp;&nbsp;Nirupama Rao said,</p>


Amid the India-China face-off at the Line of Actual Control(LAC) in Ladakh, Bejing has taken a de-acceleratory approach even as US President Donald Trump offered to mediate.

Amid the India-China face-off at the Line of Actual Control(LAC) in Ladakh, Bejing has taken a de-acceleratory approach even as US President Donald Trump offered to mediate. We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute. Thank you! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 27, 2020 × The Chinese envoy to India, Sun Weidong speaking at the Confederation of Young leaders Zoom meet said, "realization of "Dragon and Elephant dancing together" is the only right choice for China and India, which serves the fundamental interests of our two countries and two peoples." Also Read: Why PLA soldiers are eyeing the Galwan valley "China and India are each other's opportunities and pose no threat to each other" and both "need to see each other's development in a correct way and enhance strategic mutual trust. We should correctly view our differences and never let the differences shadow the overall situation of bilateral cooperation." Earlier in the day, the Chinese foreign ministry in its daily presser said,"Current situation on China-India border is generally stable and controllable" and confirmed both sides are in touch with each other. Government sources had told WION on Tuesday that the ongoing India-China standoff along the LAC is "sensitive but not dangerous" and both sides are in communication to resolve the current situation at local and diplomatic." Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump said he is willing to mediate in the "raging border" dispute. "We have informed both India and China that the United States is ready, willing and able to mediate or arbitrate their now raging border dispute. Thank you!, the US President said in a tweet. India and China face-off comes three years after the 2017 Doklam crisis. After the 73-day Doklam crisis both countries had established a mechanism of informal summits alternating between the two countries to resolve any problems that may arise. In the first informal summit in Wuhan in 2018, both sides gave "guidance" to forces and "committed" to work for the "common objective of maintenance of peace and tranquillity in border areas". It was reiterated again in the Mamallapuram informal summit that took last year. US President's offer may not find any traction. Nirupama Rao, India's former foreign secretary, and envoy to the US said, while "US and India are firm friends and strategic partners and kindred democracies. The US and China on the other hand, are in an increasingly combative and competitive mode of relations." "Offer by President Trump to mediate between India and China is well-intentioned it will not have traction. India and China will have to continue their efforts to seek peaceful solutions to their differences without any third country involvement," Nirupama Rao said,

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Union defence minister Rajnath Singh today held a meeting with the chiefs of India's Army, Navy, and Air Force along with CDS chief Bipin Rawat to review the situation in Ladakh. The Prime Minister's Office also held a meeting to discuss the India-China standoff.

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