Days after China released a propaganda video of PLA soldiers unfurling their national flag in Ladakh's Galwan Valley, the Indian Army hit back on Wednesday by sharing pictures of the soldiers hoisting the tricolour in the region.

The photographs were also posted by Union Law and Justice minister Kiren Rijiju on Twitter with the caption "brave Indian Army soldiers in Galwan Valley on the occasion of #NewYear2022."

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The images were shared three days after the Chinese state media put up a video on social media, showing PLA soldiers unfurling their flag allegedly in the valley.

The Indian Army shared the photos in order to discredit propaganda run by China which sought to falsely potray that Beijing claims Galwan valley as its own territory.

In one of the photos, released by the sources in the Indian security establishment, around 30 Indian soldiers were seen with the national flag.

Another photo showed the group with four of them holding the national flag and another tri-colour flying high on a flagpole adjacent to a temporary observation post.

It is being said that the photographs were of January 1 in the Galwan Valley.

The Indian security establishment had debunked the video, saying that&nbsp;the Chinese soldiers celebrating the New Year is in a depth area on the Chinese side near the Galwan Valley region and that it is not at all close to the buffer zone created in the region following the deadly clashes on June 15.

The eastern Ladakh border standoff between the Indian and Chinese militaries erupted on May 5, 2020, following a violent clash in the Pangong lake areas. 
Both sides gradually enhanced their deployment by rushing in tens of thousands of soldiers as well as heavy weaponry.

As a result of a series of military and diplomatic talks, the two sides completed the disengagement process last year in the north and south banks of the Pangong lake and in the Gogra area.

Each side currently has around 50,000 to 60,000 troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the sensitive sector.

(With inputs from agencies)

Days after China released a propaganda video of PLA soldiers unfurling their national flag in Ladakh's Galwan Valley, the Indian Army hit back on Wednesday by sharing pictures of the soldiers hoisting the tricolour in the region.

Days after China released a propaganda video of PLA soldiers unfurling their national flag in Ladakh's Galwan Valley, the Indian Army hit back on Wednesday by sharing pictures of the soldiers hoisting the tricolour in the region. The photographs were also posted by Union Law and Justice minister Kiren Rijiju on Twitter with the caption "brave Indian Army soldiers in Galwan Valley on the occasion of #NewYear2022." Brave Indian Army soldiers in Galwan Valley on the occasion of #NewYear2022 pic.twitter.com/5IyQaC9bfz — Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) January 4, 2022 × The images were shared three days after the Chinese state media put up a video on social media, showing PLA soldiers unfurling their flag allegedly in the valley. The Indian Army shared the photos in order to discredit propaganda run by China which sought to falsely potray that Beijing claims Galwan valley as its own territory. In one of the photos, released by the sources in the Indian security establishment, around 30 Indian soldiers were seen with the national flag. Another photo showed the group with four of them holding the national flag and another tri-colour flying high on a flagpole adjacent to a temporary observation post. It is being said that the photographs were of January 1 in the Galwan Valley. The Indian security establishment had debunked the video, saying that the Chinese soldiers celebrating the New Year is in a depth area on the Chinese side near the Galwan Valley region and that it is not at all close to the buffer zone created in the region following the deadly clashes on June 15. The eastern Ladakh border standoff between the Indian and Chinese militaries erupted on May 5, 2020, following a violent clash in the Pangong lake areas. Both sides gradually enhanced their deployment by rushing in tens of thousands of soldiers as well as heavy weaponry. As a result of a series of military and diplomatic talks, the two sides completed the disengagement process last year in the north and south banks of the Pangong lake and in the Gogra area. Each side currently has around 50,000 to 60,000 troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the sensitive sector. (With inputs from agencies)

Photos of Indian Army at Galwan valley surface in a bid to counter Chinese propaganda

Amid tensions along&nbsp;the Line of Actual Control (LAC), China's state media reported that the PLA had conducted live-fire drills along the border with India.

The report said the Chinese army had conducted training with equipment specifically designed for high-altitude operations. The PLA reportedly conducted "precision strike drills" in the Karakoram mountains.

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Reports had claimed earlier that China has been revamping its infrastructure along the border with India.&nbsp;

A report had claimed China had moved its H-6K bomber along India's border. The bomber was reportedly posted at Kashgar near Xinjiang which belongs to PLA's Western Theatre Command.

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Foreign minister Jaishankar had pointed out that India-China relations were going through a "bad patch". &nbsp;&nbsp;

China had decided to de-escalate along the border in eastern Ladakh earlier this year, however, Indian army officials have repeatedly said China has been fortifying its border positions along the LAC.

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Indian and Chinese troops were involved in a clash at Galwan Valley in June last year in which 20 Indian soldiers were killed including four&nbsp;Chinese troops, however, reports claimed the casualties on the Chinese side was much higher.

A US Department of Defence(DOD) report had said despite the pandemic and border clashes with India, the "PLA&nbsp;accelerated its training and fielding of equipment from the already fast pace of recent years."

China's Western Theater Command which oversees India "is geographically the largest theatre command" the DOD report informed.

Army chief General MM Naravane had insisted that there can be "no de-escalation without complete disengagement" even as the Indian forces were handling China in a "firm" and "non-escalatory" manner.&nbsp;

India's Army chief had said the forces were braced "for all contingencies" while asserting that it won't allow any "loss of territory or unilateral change in status quo".

(With inputs from Agencies)

Amid tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), China's state media reported that the PLA had conducted live-fire drills along the border with India. The report said the Chinese army had conducted training with equipment specifically designed for high-altitude operations.

Amid tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), China's state media reported that the PLA had conducted live-fire drills along the border with India. The report said the Chinese army had conducted training with equipment specifically designed for high-altitude operations. The PLA reportedly conducted "precision strike drills" in the Karakoram mountains. Also Read: In dogfight over Himalayas between India's Rafale vs China's J-20 stealth fighter, who wins? Reports had claimed earlier that China has been revamping its infrastructure along the border with India. A report had claimed China had moved its H-6K bomber along India's border. The bomber was reportedly posted at Kashgar near Xinjiang which belongs to PLA's Western Theatre Command. Also Read: Agni-5 vs China's DF-17 missile: India's nuclear-capable missile is a gamechanger Foreign minister Jaishankar had pointed out that India-China relations were going through a "bad patch". China had decided to de-escalate along the border in eastern Ladakh earlier this year, however, Indian army officials have repeatedly said China has been fortifying its border positions along the LAC. Also Read: How India intends to combat China's GJ-1 and GJ-2 armed drones along LAC in eastern Ladakh Indian and Chinese troops were involved in a clash at Galwan Valley in June last year in which 20 Indian soldiers were killed including four Chinese troops, however, reports claimed the casualties on the Chinese side was much higher. A US Department of Defence(DOD) report had said despite the pandemic and border clashes with India, the "PLA accelerated its training and fielding of equipment from the already fast pace of recent years." China's Western Theater Command which oversees India "is geographically the largest theatre command" the DOD report informed. Army chief General MM Naravane had insisted that there can be "no de-escalation without complete disengagement" even as the Indian forces were handling China in a "firm" and "non-escalatory" manner. India's Army chief had said the forces were braced "for all contingencies" while asserting that it won't allow any "loss of territory or unilateral change in status quo". (With inputs from Agencies)

Chinese Army conducts live-fire drills with high-altitude weapons near India's border

Amid tensions with India along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), China's state-run Global Times newspaper said frontline troops at the border are preparing "logistics for the upcoming winter".

The daily said that "several new measures" and "facilities to improve the living and working condition of officers and soldiers" has boosted the morale of the PLA soldiers in the high-altitude region during the winter.&nbsp;

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The newspaper quoted an observer saying although "large-scale clashes are unlikely to occur", however, "small frictions may happen from time to time" therefore "logistics is a key factor for border troops to overcome the winter" while touting it as an "advantage" over India.

After months of tensions along the LAC, China had decided to deescalate earlier this year, however, reports say PLA troops continue to remain at strategic locations and have fortified their positions while falling back strategically.

Both countries had conducted the 13th round of commander-level talks last month at the Moldo-Chushul border on the Chinese side, however, the talks ended in a stalemate as the Chinese side failed to come up with a forward-looking proposal after nearly a nine-hour meeting.

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Global Times quoted a senior colonel as saying that, "China is unwavering in its determination to safeguard its sovereignty"&nbsp;while adding that it hopes "India will not misjudge the situation".

China's state newspaper in fact went further to quote a professor at Fudan University, Lin Minwang, who said "India's proposed return to the pre-April 2020 positions in the western section along the LAC is totally unreasonable for China".

Global Times blamed India for "creating frictions at border region" while asserting that "China-Indian border region has been intense for a while with India consistently increasing troop numbers."

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The newspaper said tension was "evident" at the border with "commanders frequently leading patrols" even as "infrastructure constructions on China's side have been advancing steadily" which the paper said included "road building and rapid response capabilities of the frontline troops".&nbsp;

(With inputs from Agencies) 
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Amid tensions with India along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), China's state-run Global Times newspaper said frontline troops at the border are preparing "logistics for the upcoming winter".

Amid tensions with India along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), China's state-run Global Times newspaper said frontline troops at the border are preparing "logistics for the upcoming winter". The daily said that "several new measures" and "facilities to improve the living and working condition of officers and soldiers" has boosted the morale of the PLA soldiers in the high-altitude region during the winter. Also Read in pics: In dogfight over Himalayas between India's Rafale vs China's J-20 stealth fighter, who wins? The newspaper quoted an observer saying although "large-scale clashes are unlikely to occur", however, "small frictions may happen from time to time" therefore "logistics is a key factor for border troops to overcome the winter" while touting it as an "advantage" over India. After months of tensions along the LAC, China had decided to deescalate earlier this year, however, reports say PLA troops continue to remain at strategic locations and have fortified their positions while falling back strategically. Both countries had conducted the 13th round of commander-level talks last month at the Moldo-Chushul border on the Chinese side, however, the talks ended in a stalemate as the Chinese side failed to come up with a forward-looking proposal after nearly a nine-hour meeting. Also Read in pics: Agni-5 vs China's DF-17 missile: India's nuclear-capable missile is a gamechanger Global Times quoted a senior colonel as saying that, "China is unwavering in its determination to safeguard its sovereignty" while adding that it hopes "India will not misjudge the situation". China's state newspaper in fact went further to quote a professor at Fudan University, Lin Minwang, who said "India's proposed return to the pre-April 2020 positions in the western section along the LAC is totally unreasonable for China". Global Times blamed India for "creating frictions at border region" while asserting that "China-Indian border region has been intense for a while with India consistently increasing troop numbers." Also Read in pics: Indian Army targets AI-powered battle tanks with eye on China The newspaper said tension was "evident" at the border with "commanders frequently leading patrols" even as "infrastructure constructions on China's side have been advancing steadily" which the paper said included "road building and rapid response capabilities of the frontline troops". (With inputs from Agencies)

Amid tensions along border with India, China upgrades 'logistics to brave winter'

Amid tensions along the Line of Control(LAC) with India, China adopted a law to strengthen border protection.

The new law was adopted by Chinese lawmakers. It seeks to "strengthen border defence" and support economic and social development.

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The law states the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity is "sacred and inviolable". The new law reportedly provides provisions to open up the border areas and improve public services and infrastructure.

It also seeks to "promote coordination between border defence and social, economic development in border areas," China's Xinhua news agency reported.

According to Xinhua, the law seeks the "principle of equality, mutual trust and friendly consultation" while handling "land border related-affairs with neighbouring countries through negotiations to properly resolve disputes and longstanding border issues."

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Reports say the new law will come into effect from January 1, 2022. China shares its 22,000-km long border with 14 countries.

The law states China will take "measures to safeguard territorial integrity and land boundaries and guard against and combat any act that undermines territorial sovereignty and land boundaries."

China's latest move comes even PLA soldiers are locked in a standoff with Indian troops along the LAC since last year. In June last year, Chinese and Indian troops had clashed at Galwan Valley leading to the death of 20 Indian soldiers and four PLA soldiers, although reports claimed the casualties on the Chinese side was higher.

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Although, China had declared its intention to deescalate earlier this year, however, reports claim China has&nbsp;continued to amass troops and has built border roads and fortifications along the LAC.

(With inputs from Agencies)

Amid tensions along the Line of Control(LAC) with India, China adopted a law to strengthen border protection. The new law was adopted by Chinese lawmakers. It seeks to "strengthen border defence" and support economic and social development.

Amid tensions along the Line of Control(LAC) with India, China adopted a law to strengthen border protection. The new law was adopted by Chinese lawmakers. It seeks to "strengthen border defence" and support economic and social development. Also Read: China has been breaching Nepal-China border rules in Humla The law states the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity is "sacred and inviolable". The new law reportedly provides provisions to open up the border areas and improve public services and infrastructure. It also seeks to "promote coordination between border defence and social, economic development in border areas," China's Xinhua news agency reported. According to Xinhua, the law seeks the "principle of equality, mutual trust and friendly consultation" while handling "land border related-affairs with neighbouring countries through negotiations to properly resolve disputes and longstanding border issues." Also Read| China has been aggressor along Himalayan border, says US diplomat Reports say the new law will come into effect from January 1, 2022. China shares its 22,000-km long border with 14 countries. The law states China will take "measures to safeguard territorial integrity and land boundaries and guard against and combat any act that undermines territorial sovereignty and land boundaries." China's latest move comes even PLA soldiers are locked in a standoff with Indian troops along the LAC since last year. In June last year, Chinese and Indian troops had clashed at Galwan Valley leading to the death of 20 Indian soldiers and four PLA soldiers, although reports claimed the casualties on the Chinese side was higher. Also Read| India border issues: Strategy beyond talkathon to deal with China Although, China had declared its intention to deescalate earlier this year, however, reports claim China has continued to amass troops and has built border roads and fortifications along the LAC. (With inputs from Agencies)

China's new law seeks to 'strengthen border defence'

As Indian and Chinese military commanders get set to start the next round of military-level talks on Sunday, India's Army chief Gen MM Naravane said if China continues to deploy troops along the Line of Actual Control(LAC) in Ladakh then the Indian Army will also continue to maintain its troops.

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Indian and Chinese troops were involved in a standoff at the LAC last year, although&nbsp;China declared it was taking steps to disengage however tensions continue at the border.

India's Army chief expressed concern over "large-scale build-up" by China and the "infrastructure development" at the border.

Watch:&nbsp;Tensions at the India-China border

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General MM Naravane declared that the Indian Army is keeping a close eye on the Chinese activities at the border while adding that, "if they are there to stay, we are there to stay too".

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India's army chief asserted that the forces will be looking out for any "misadventure once again" by the Chinese side. The army chief maintained that the large-scale build-up "continues to be in place and to sustain that kind of a build-up, there has been an equal amount of infrastructure development on the Chinese side."

Indian and Chinese troops were involved in a clash at Galwan Valley in June last year in which 20 Indian soldiers had died, the Chinese government declared later that four of its troops were also killed, however, reports claimed the casualties on the Chinese side was much higher.&nbsp;

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General Naravane added that although it was difficult to fathom China's intention to "open up one more front", he&nbsp;added&nbsp;that the PLA was unable to make any progress due to the "rapid response done by the Indian armed forces".

(With inputs from Agencies)

As Indian and Chinese military commanders get set to start the next round of military-level talks on Sunday, India's Army chief Gen MM Naravane said if China continues to deploy troops along the Line of Actual Control(LAC) in Ladakh then the Indian Army will also continue to maintain its troops.

As Indian and Chinese military commanders get set to start the next round of military-level talks on Sunday, India's Army chief Gen MM Naravane said if China continues to deploy troops along the Line of Actual Control(LAC) in Ladakh then the Indian Army will also continue to maintain its troops. Also Read: Chinese Air Force still deployed at three airbases facing Ladakh: Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari Indian and Chinese troops were involved in a standoff at the LAC last year, although China declared it was taking steps to disengage however tensions continue at the border. India's Army chief expressed concern over "large-scale build-up" by China and the "infrastructure development" at the border. Watch: Tensions at the India-China border General MM Naravane declared that the Indian Army is keeping a close eye on the Chinese activities at the border while adding that, "if they are there to stay, we are there to stay too". Also Read: China-made electric vehicles should not be sold in India: Modi govt to Elon Musk India's army chief asserted that the forces will be looking out for any "misadventure once again" by the Chinese side. The army chief maintained that the large-scale build-up "continues to be in place and to sustain that kind of a build-up, there has been an equal amount of infrastructure development on the Chinese side." Indian and Chinese troops were involved in a clash at Galwan Valley in June last year in which 20 Indian soldiers had died, the Chinese government declared later that four of its troops were also killed, however, reports claimed the casualties on the Chinese side was much higher. Also Read: Indian soldiers foil Chinese incursion in Arunachal Pradesh: Sources General Naravane added that although it was difficult to fathom China's intention to "open up one more front", he added that the PLA was unable to make any progress due to the "rapid response done by the Indian armed forces". (With inputs from Agencies)

Large scale Chinese build-up along LAC continues to be in place: Army chief Gen Naravane

The thirteenth round of India, China commander-level talks began on Sunday in Moldo on the Chinese side at 10:30 am on Sunday, reports said.

The talks are taking place amid renewed tensions along the Line of Control&nbsp;(LAC) between Indian and Chinese troops.

The talks between the two sides are taking place after a gap of over two months after the earlier round concluded on July 31.

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Last month, India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar had urged Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi to work together to end the disengagement issues in eastern Ladakh.

Watch: India, China military commanders hold talks

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The talks are taking place amid reports of Chinese transgressions into India's territory&nbsp;recently. In February, China had declared it would disengage its troops along the LAC in the Pangong Tso lake area, however, thousands of Chinese troops are still stationed at the border facing India.

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Reports say the Indian side wants to address the issues related to Hot Springs and other areas along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh.

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Last year in June Indian and Chinese troops were engaged in a clash at Galwan Valley in which 20 Indian soldiers had died.&nbsp;

China later said four PLA soldiers were also killed in the clashes, however, reports claimed the casualties on the Chinese side was much higher.

(With inputs from Agencies)

The thirteenth round of India, China commander-level talks began on Sunday in Moldo on the Chinese side at 10:30 am on Sunday, reports said. The talks are taking place amid renewed tensions along the Line of Control (LAC) between Indian and Chinese troops.

The thirteenth round of India, China commander-level talks began on Sunday in Moldo on the Chinese side at 10:30 am on Sunday, reports said. The talks are taking place amid renewed tensions along the Line of Control (LAC) between Indian and Chinese troops. The talks between the two sides are taking place after a gap of over two months after the earlier round concluded on July 31. Also Read: Large scale Chinese build-up along LAC continues, says Army chief Gen Naravane Last month, India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar had urged Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi to work together to end the disengagement issues in eastern Ladakh. Watch: India, China military commanders hold talks The talks are taking place amid reports of Chinese transgressions into India's territory recently. In February, China had declared it would disengage its troops along the LAC in the Pangong Tso lake area, however, thousands of Chinese troops are still stationed at the border facing India. Also Read- China-made electric vehicles should not be sold in India: Modi govt to Elon Musk Reports say the Indian side wants to address the issues related to Hot Springs and other areas along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh. Also Read: Chinese Air Force still deployed at airbases facing Ladakh: Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari Last year in June Indian and Chinese troops were engaged in a clash at Galwan Valley in which 20 Indian soldiers had died. China later said four PLA soldiers were also killed in the clashes, however, reports claimed the casualties on the Chinese side was much higher. (With inputs from Agencies)

India, China commander-level talks begin amid tensions along LAC

China has reportedly released a new video allegedly filmed at or near the site of the clash between Indian soldiers and PLA forces in Galwan Valley last year.

The video was released on China's social media on the occasion of Martyr's Day. The latest propaganda video&nbsp;was released by PLA's Western Theatre Command.

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China's recently conducted several drills involving the Western Theatre Command at high altitude in the Tibet region with the latest equipment.

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PLA's video allegedly shows hundreds of troops lining up in rows and shouting military slogans on the banks of a river near the Galwan Valley. However, the video hasn't been independently&nbsp;verified.

In the video, the Chinese troops are shown paying tribute to the four soldiers who had died in the clashes with Indian troops.

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China had cracked down on its social media users who had questioned the Communist Party's version of events at Galwan. Four Chinese soldiers were killed during the clashes at Galwan. India had lost 20 soldiers, although reports claimed the casualties on the Chinese side was much higher.

The development comes even as China pulled back its troops and&nbsp;tanks from the Pangong Tso region in Ladakh in February after a stand-off with the Indian Army.

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China had violated the understanding over the Line of Actual Control(LAC) and had attempted to advance along the forward posts which was&nbsp;thwarted by the Indian forces.

Tensions remain high in other areas along the LAC&nbsp;with both countries conducting regular patrols.

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(With inputs from Agencies)

China has reportedly released a new video allegedly filmed at or near the site of the clash between Indian soldiers and PLA forces in Galwan Valley last year. The video was released on China's social media on the occasion of Martyr's Day.

China has reportedly released a new video allegedly filmed at or near the site of the clash between Indian soldiers and PLA forces in Galwan Valley last year. The video was released on China's social media on the occasion of Martyr's Day. The latest propaganda video was released by PLA's Western Theatre Command. Also Read: Bizarre article that talks about China taking Arunachal Pradesh from India goes viral China's recently conducted several drills involving the Western Theatre Command at high altitude in the Tibet region with the latest equipment. Our nation is the home of the brave❤️ Flag raising ceremony marks China's 72nd National Day at Galwan Valley🇨🇳 PLA has deployed Mavic 2 Enterprise drones with high-resolution thermal imaging camera to track down intruding Indian troops before the June 15 clash. pic.twitter.com/VtFKjoJS9i — Eva 郑 عائشة (@evazhengll) October 1, 2021 × PLA's video allegedly shows hundreds of troops lining up in rows and shouting military slogans on the banks of a river near the Galwan Valley. However, the video hasn't been independently verified. In the video, the Chinese troops are shown paying tribute to the four soldiers who had died in the clashes with Indian troops. Also Read: With rivals on mind, China flaunts new sophisticated arsenal in airshow China had cracked down on its social media users who had questioned the Communist Party's version of events at Galwan. Four Chinese soldiers were killed during the clashes at Galwan. India had lost 20 soldiers, although reports claimed the casualties on the Chinese side was much higher. The development comes even as China pulled back its troops and tanks from the Pangong Tso region in Ladakh in February after a stand-off with the Indian Army. Also Read: Chinese President Xi 'encourages' PLA troops at India-China border in Tibet China had violated the understanding over the Line of Actual Control(LAC) and had attempted to advance along the forward posts which was thwarted by the Indian forces. Tensions remain high in other areas along the LAC with both countries conducting regular patrols. (Social Media Courtesy: Twitter@evazhengll) (With inputs from Agencies)

China releases new propaganda video on Galwan Valley clash last year

To teach patriotism to China's primary schoolchildren, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) is using the example of Chinese soldiers who died in the Galwan Valley conflict with Indian border troops in mid-June 2020.

Over the weekend, a border battalion from the Xinjiang military region and primary school pupils from the eastern Chinese province of Anhui held a video exchange focused on border defence.

It praises the hardships and valour of PLA troops stationed along India's border.&nbsp;

On Tuesday, an official military portal published an article titled "The heroic deeds of defending the country and border areas were introduced to school classes, and officers and soldiers stationed on the plateau were connected online to pupils thousands of miles away," which described the exchange between soldiers and students.

The article mentioned how the death of one Chinese soldier at Galwan Valley left an impression on the students.

Twenty Indian soldiers were killed while fighting Chinese troops in Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh on June 15 last year.&nbsp;

China and India have been gradually disengaging over stretches of their disputed border in Ladakh in recent months.

Despite this, the two sides remain at odds over who is to blame for the 2020-21 impasse, which ended in a violent clash in Galwan Valley in June 2020.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

To teach patriotism to China's primary schoolchildren, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) is using the example of Chinese soldiers who died in the Galwan Valley conflict with Indian border troops in mid-June 2020.

To teach patriotism to China's primary schoolchildren, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) is using the example of Chinese soldiers who died in the Galwan Valley conflict with Indian border troops in mid-June 2020. Over the weekend, a border battalion from the Xinjiang military region and primary school pupils from the eastern Chinese province of Anhui held a video exchange focused on border defence. It praises the hardships and valour of PLA troops stationed along India's border. On Tuesday, an official military portal published an article titled "The heroic deeds of defending the country and border areas were introduced to school classes, and officers and soldiers stationed on the plateau were connected online to pupils thousands of miles away," which described the exchange between soldiers and students. The article mentioned how the death of one Chinese soldier at Galwan Valley left an impression on the students. Twenty Indian soldiers were killed while fighting Chinese troops in Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh on June 15 last year. China and India have been gradually disengaging over stretches of their disputed border in Ladakh in recent months. Despite this, the two sides remain at odds over who is to blame for the 2020-21 impasse, which ended in a violent clash in Galwan Valley in June 2020. (With inputs from agencies)

Galwan Valley: China introduces violent clash as part of education on patriotism

According to China's state media, the country's authorities are constructing 30 airports in Tibet and Xinjiang provinces in an attempt to boost infrastructure.

China had already launched a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinas-bullet-train-linking-tibet-hosts-military-transport-mission-report-403044">bullet train</a> connecting Lhasa with Nyingchi which is a Tibetan border town close to Arunachal Pradesh.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-trying-to-show-everything-is-good-in-tibet-says-government-in-exile-400086">China's</a> state-run Chinamil online reported that "30 civil airports" have either been built or under construction in Xinjiang and Tibet.

The Chinese media outlet quoted a PLA official as saying that the "rapid development of civil aviation in the border areas will provide air transportation for recruits".

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The Chinamil report said a "chartered flight carrying 115 veterans" had taken off from the Shigatse Heping airport in Tibet and headed to China's Chengdu in Sichuan province. The move reportedly was aimed at marking the "official opening of 23 air routes for transporting new recruits and veterans into and out of Xinjiang and Tibet."

The report comes even as Chinese troops deescalated from eastern Ladakh after engaging with Indian forces for several months. Last year Indian and Chinese troops had clashed at Galwan Valley in which 20 Indian soldiers were killed including five Chinese soldiers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/model-battalion-chinese-president-xi-encourages-pla-troops-at-india-china-border-in-tibet-413200">Also Read:&nbsp;Chinese President Xi 'encourages' PLA troops at India-China border in Tibet</a>

The report claimed China had "temporarily opened three routes from Yinchuan, Jiayuguan and Zhangye to Ngari" and that recruits entering the Ngari area of Tibet will be transported by air with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-xi-visits-tibet-for-first-time-as-president-399997">China's </a>airlines allowing the transfer of military personnel "especially during an emergency".

Reports said at least three airports in Tibet were to be built in Burang, Lhunze and Tingri with over 20 new air routes connecting Tibet and Xinjiang with cities across China.

China's People's Liberation Army's (PLA) Tibet military command had recently conducted large-scale joint exercises in the Tibet plateau region at an elevation of 4,500 meters named "Snowfield Duty-2021".

The exercise involved live ammunition drills and exercise under the cover of darkness as the PLA used&nbsp;anti-aircraft batteries and Type 15 light tanks.

(With inputs from Agencies)

According to China's state media, the country's authorities are constructing 30 airports in Tibet and Xinjiang provinces in an attempt to boost infrastructure. China had already launched a bullet train connecting Lhasa with Nyingchi which is a Tibetan border town close to Arunachal Pradesh.

According to China's state media, the country's authorities are constructing 30 airports in Tibet and Xinjiang provinces in an attempt to boost infrastructure. China had already launched a bullet train connecting Lhasa with Nyingchi which is a Tibetan border town close to Arunachal Pradesh. China's state-run Chinamil online reported that "30 civil airports" have either been built or under construction in Xinjiang and Tibet. The Chinese media outlet quoted a PLA official as saying that the "rapid development of civil aviation in the border areas will provide air transportation for recruits". Watch: The Chinamil report said a "chartered flight carrying 115 veterans" had taken off from the Shigatse Heping airport in Tibet and headed to China's Chengdu in Sichuan province. The move reportedly was aimed at marking the "official opening of 23 air routes for transporting new recruits and veterans into and out of Xinjiang and Tibet." The report comes even as Chinese troops deescalated from eastern Ladakh after engaging with Indian forces for several months. Last year Indian and Chinese troops had clashed at Galwan Valley in which 20 Indian soldiers were killed including five Chinese soldiers. Also Read: Chinese President Xi 'encourages' PLA troops at India-China border in Tibet The report claimed China had "temporarily opened three routes from Yinchuan, Jiayuguan and Zhangye to Ngari" and that recruits entering the Ngari area of Tibet will be transported by air with China's airlines allowing the transfer of military personnel "especially during an emergency". Reports said at least three airports in Tibet were to be built in Burang, Lhunze and Tingri with over 20 new air routes connecting Tibet and Xinjiang with cities across China. China's People's Liberation Army's (PLA) Tibet military command had recently conducted large-scale joint exercises in the Tibet plateau region at an elevation of 4,500 meters named "Snowfield Duty-2021". The exercise involved live ammunition drills and exercise under the cover of darkness as the PLA used anti-aircraft batteries and Type 15 light tanks. (With inputs from Agencies)

China building 30 airports near India’s border in Tibet, Xinjiang: Report

Reports claim Chinese President Xi Jinping has lauded the efforts of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Unit 77656 stationed in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinas-bullet-train-linking-tibet-hosts-military-transport-mission-report-403044">Tibet </a>region while "encouraging" it&nbsp;to guard the country's borders. The PLA unit is reportedly posted at the China-India border along the&nbsp;Line of Actual Control (LAC).

China's state-run Global Times quoted President Xi's letter which said troops "guarded the sacred territory of the motherland with youth and blood, and have accomplished your mission brilliantly. Everyone has done a good job!"

The report said the Chinese PLA Unit 77656 is stationed in the border region of Xizang at the northern foot of the Himalayas.&nbsp;

The Global Times report claimed the Chinese battalion "is stationed at the highest altitude among all PLA battalions."

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Unit 77656 was established in 1961. China's newspaper said the battalion undertakes border patrol missions in the mountains at an elevation of over 5,000 meters.

President Xi had reportedly named Unit 77656 as a "model battalion" in 2016 which defended "China’s frontiers on the plateau”. The Chinese president's greeting came after the unit sent an update on its activities since 2016.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-pla-conducts-large-scale-military-drills-in-tibet-plateau-408467">Also Read:&nbsp;China's PLA conducts large-scale military drills in Tibet plateau</a>

India and China were involved in a 73-day standoff back in 2017 at Doklam. In June last year, India and Chinese soldiers had clashed at Galwan Valley leading to the death of 20 Indian soldiers. China later said five&nbsp;of its troops had also died during the clashes.

In 2016, Xi had reportedly also honoured the Navy Submarine 372 calling it a "model submarine”.

Global Times said Unit 77656 had "successfully completed major tasks" including border control, stability maintenance and earthquake relief while claiming that it also covers the highest point of 6,900 meters above sea level.

(With inputs from Agencies) 
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Reports claim Chinese President Xi Jinping has lauded the efforts of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Unit 77656 stationed in the Tibet region while "encouraging" it to guard the country's borders.

Reports claim Chinese President Xi Jinping has lauded the efforts of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Unit 77656 stationed in the Tibet region while "encouraging" it to guard the country's borders. The PLA unit is reportedly posted at the China-India border along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). China's state-run Global Times quoted President Xi's letter which said troops "guarded the sacred territory of the motherland with youth and blood, and have accomplished your mission brilliantly. Everyone has done a good job!" The report said the Chinese PLA Unit 77656 is stationed in the border region of Xizang at the northern foot of the Himalayas. The Global Times report claimed the Chinese battalion "is stationed at the highest altitude among all PLA battalions." Watch: Unit 77656 was established in 1961. China's newspaper said the battalion undertakes border patrol missions in the mountains at an elevation of over 5,000 meters. President Xi had reportedly named Unit 77656 as a "model battalion" in 2016 which defended "China’s frontiers on the plateau”. The Chinese president's greeting came after the unit sent an update on its activities since 2016. Also Read: China's PLA conducts large-scale military drills in Tibet plateau India and China were involved in a 73-day standoff back in 2017 at Doklam. In June last year, India and Chinese soldiers had clashed at Galwan Valley leading to the death of 20 Indian soldiers. China later said five of its troops had also died during the clashes. In 2016, Xi had reportedly also honoured the Navy Submarine 372 calling it a "model submarine”. Global Times said Unit 77656 had "successfully completed major tasks" including border control, stability maintenance and earthquake relief while claiming that it also covers the highest point of 6,900 meters above sea level. (With inputs from Agencies)

'Model battalion': Chinese President Xi 'encourages' PLA troops at India-China border in Tibet

More than a year after the deadly Galwan clashes, tensions between India and China continue to remain high. With thousands of soldiers deployed regions along the Line of Actual Control or the LAC are heavily militarized areas.

A year after Galwan clashes, India-China tensions simmer

(The New New World)

In China, don’t question the heroes.

At least seven people over the past week have been threatened, detained or arrested after casting doubt over the government’s account of the deaths of Chinese soldiers during a clash last year with Indian troops. Three of them are being detained for between seven and 15 days. The other four face criminal charges, including one man who lives outside China.

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“The internet is not a lawless place,” said the police notices issued in their cases. “Blasphemies of heroes and martyrs will not be tolerated.”

Their punishment might have gone unnoticed if it wasn’t for an online database of speech crimes in China. A simple Google spreadsheet open for all to see, it lists nearly 2,000 times when people were punished by the government for what they said online and offline.

The list — which links directly to publicly issued verdicts, police notices and official news reports over the past eight years — is far from complete. Most punishment takes place behind closed doors.

Still, the list paints a bleak picture of a government that punishes its citizens for the slightest hint of criticism. It shows how random and merciless China’s legal system can be when it punishes its citizens for what they say, even though freedom of speech is written into China’s Constitution.

The list describes dissidents sentenced to long prison terms for attacking the government. It tells of petitioners, those who appeal directly to the government to right the wrongs against them, locked up for making too loud a clamor. It covers nearly 600 people punished for what they said about COVID-19, and too many others who cursed out police, often after receiving parking tickets.

The person behind the list is a bit of a mystery. In an interview, he described himself as a young man surnamed Wang. Of course, if the government found out more about him, he could end up in prison.

Wang said he decided to compile the list after reading about people who were punished for supposedly insulting the country during celebrations of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic, in October 2019. Although he is young, he told me, he remembers more freedom of expression before Xi Jinping became the Communist Party’s leader in late 2012.

“I knew that there were speech crimes in China, but I’ve never thought it’s so bad,” Wang posted in August on his Twitter account, where he writes in both English and Chinese. He wrote that he had become depressed after reading more than 1,000 verdicts.

“Big Brother is watching you,” he wrote. “I tried to look for the eyes of Big Brother and ended up finding them everywhere.”

The list, bluntly titled “An Inventory of Speech Crimes in China in Recent Years,” detailed what happened to those who questioned Beijing’s official account of the June clash between Chinese and Indian forces at their disputed border in the Himalayas. The Indian government said then that 20 of its soldiers had died. Last week, the Chinese government finally said four of its troops had died.

State-run media in China called them heroes, but some people had questions. One, a former journalist, asked whether more had died, a question of intense interest both in and out of the country. According to the notice the spreadsheet linked to, the former journalist was charged with picking quarrels and provoking trouble — a common accusation by the authorities against those who speak up — and faces up to five years imprisonment.

Reading the list, it becomes clear how well Xi and his government have tamed the Chinese internet. People once thought the internet was uncontrollable, even in China. But Xi has long seen the internet as both a threat to be contained and a tool for guiding public opinion.

“The internet is the biggest variant we’re facing,” he said in a 2018 speech. “Whether we can win the war over the internet will have a direct impact on national political security.”

Liberal-leaning voices and media were among the first to be silenced. Then internet platforms themselves — the Chinese versions of Twitter and YouTube, among many others — were punished for what they allowed.

Now, Chinese internet companies brag about their ability to control content. Nationalistic online users report speech they deem offensive. Out of the seven people who were accused of insulting the heroes and martyrs, six were reported by other users, according to the police notices. In some ways, the Chinese internet polices itself.

China’s police, who are widely disliked for their broad powers to lock people up indefinitely, are big beneficiaries. According to the spreadsheet, people have been detained for calling the police “dogs,” “bandits” and “bastards.” Most are locked up for only a few days, but one man in Liaoning province was sentenced to 10 months in jail for writing five offensive posts on his WeChat timeline.

Petitioners are among those who suffer the most. In one case on the spreadsheet, a woman in Sichuan province whose son died suddenly at school and whose husband committed suicide was sentenced to three years in prison for charges that included spreading false information. The verdict listed the headlines of 10 articles she posted and the page views they garnered. The most got 1,615 views, while the least got only 18.

Perhaps the most depressing items are those about people who were punished for what they said about the COVID-19 pandemic. On top of the list is Dr. Li Wenliang, who was reprimanded Jan. 1, 2020, along with seven others for trying to warn the country about the coronavirus. He died in early February last year of the virus and is remembered as the whistleblower who tried to warn the world about the coronavirus outbreak. But the spreadsheet lists 587 other cases.

Even cheesy skits by aspiring online influencers can be deemed offensive. Two men in northwestern Shaanxi province livestreamed a funeral they held for a sheep. In the video, one man cried over a photo of the sheep while the other dug the grave. They were detained 10 days for violating social customs.

The spreadsheet also highlights inspiring cases in which people spoke out to challenge authority.

In 2018, a 19-year-old man in the northwestern city of Yinchuan decided to test the newly passed law that prohibits questioning and criticizing heroes and martyrs. He posted on Weibo that two famous martyrs died meaningless deaths and that he wanted to see if he would be arrested, showing a lack of free speech in China. He was detained for 10 days and fined $70.

One man, Feng Zhouguan, criticized Xi and was charged with picking quarrels by the local police in the city of Xiamen. He was detained for five days but appealed after his release, arguing that the police had improperly interfered in a potential libel case between two individuals. The local police, he argued, are “not the military bodyguards or family militia of the national leader.” The court upheld the sentence.

Many people pay a steeper price.

Huang Genbao, 45, was a senior engineer at a state-owned company in the eastern city of Xuzhou. Two years ago he was arrested and sentenced to 16 months in jail for insulting the national leader and harming the national image on platforms like Twitter. He shared a cell with a large group and had to follow a strict routine, including toilet breaks. He and his wife lost their jobs, and he delivers meals to support his family.

“My life in the detention center reminded me of the book ‘1984,’” he said in an interview. “Many of the experiences are probably worse than the plots in the book.” 
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(The New New World) In China, don’t question the heroes. At least seven people over the past week have been threatened, detained or arrested after casting doubt over the government’s account of the deaths of Chinese soldiers during a clash last year with Indian troops.

(The New New World) In China, don’t question the heroes. At least seven people over the past week have been threatened, detained or arrested after casting doubt over the government’s account of the deaths of Chinese soldiers during a clash last year with Indian troops. Three of them are being detained for between seven and 15 days. The other four face criminal charges, including one man who lives outside China. Watch | “The internet is not a lawless place,” said the police notices issued in their cases. “Blasphemies of heroes and martyrs will not be tolerated.” Their punishment might have gone unnoticed if it wasn’t for an online database of speech crimes in China. A simple Google spreadsheet open for all to see, it lists nearly 2,000 times when people were punished by the government for what they said online and offline. The list — which links directly to publicly issued verdicts, police notices and official news reports over the past eight years — is far from complete. Most punishment takes place behind closed doors. Still, the list paints a bleak picture of a government that punishes its citizens for the slightest hint of criticism. It shows how random and merciless China’s legal system can be when it punishes its citizens for what they say, even though freedom of speech is written into China’s Constitution. The list describes dissidents sentenced to long prison terms for attacking the government. It tells of petitioners, those who appeal directly to the government to right the wrongs against them, locked up for making too loud a clamor. It covers nearly 600 people punished for what they said about COVID-19, and too many others who cursed out police, often after receiving parking tickets. The person behind the list is a bit of a mystery. In an interview, he described himself as a young man surnamed Wang. Of course, if the government found out more about him, he could end up in prison. Wang said he decided to compile the list after reading about people who were punished for supposedly insulting the country during celebrations of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic, in October 2019. Although he is young, he told me, he remembers more freedom of expression before Xi Jinping became the Communist Party’s leader in late 2012. “I knew that there were speech crimes in China, but I’ve never thought it’s so bad,” Wang posted in August on his Twitter account, where he writes in both English and Chinese. He wrote that he had become depressed after reading more than 1,000 verdicts. “Big Brother is watching you,” he wrote. “I tried to look for the eyes of Big Brother and ended up finding them everywhere.” The list, bluntly titled “An Inventory of Speech Crimes in China in Recent Years,” detailed what happened to those who questioned Beijing’s official account of the June clash between Chinese and Indian forces at their disputed border in the Himalayas. The Indian government said then that 20 of its soldiers had died. Last week, the Chinese government finally said four of its troops had died. State-run media in China called them heroes, but some people had questions. One, a former journalist, asked whether more had died, a question of intense interest both in and out of the country. According to the notice the spreadsheet linked to, the former journalist was charged with picking quarrels and provoking trouble — a common accusation by the authorities against those who speak up — and faces up to five years imprisonment. Reading the list, it becomes clear how well Xi and his government have tamed the Chinese internet. People once thought the internet was uncontrollable, even in China. But Xi has long seen the internet as both a threat to be contained and a tool for guiding public opinion. “The internet is the biggest variant we’re facing,” he said in a 2018 speech. “Whether we can win the war over the internet will have a direct impact on national political security.” Liberal-leaning voices and media were among the first to be silenced. Then internet platforms themselves — the Chinese versions of Twitter and YouTube, among many others — were punished for what they allowed. Now, Chinese internet companies brag about their ability to control content. Nationalistic online users report speech they deem offensive. Out of the seven people who were accused of insulting the heroes and martyrs, six were reported by other users, according to the police notices. In some ways, the Chinese internet polices itself. China’s police, who are widely disliked for their broad powers to lock people up indefinitely, are big beneficiaries. According to the spreadsheet, people have been detained for calling the police “dogs,” “bandits” and “bastards.” Most are locked up for only a few days, but one man in Liaoning province was sentenced to 10 months in jail for writing five offensive posts on his WeChat timeline. Petitioners are among those who suffer the most. In one case on the spreadsheet, a woman in Sichuan province whose son died suddenly at school and whose husband committed suicide was sentenced to three years in prison for charges that included spreading false information. The verdict listed the headlines of 10 articles she posted and the page views they garnered. The most got 1,615 views, while the least got only 18. Perhaps the most depressing items are those about people who were punished for what they said about the COVID-19 pandemic. On top of the list is Dr. Li Wenliang, who was reprimanded Jan. 1, 2020, along with seven others for trying to warn the country about the coronavirus. He died in early February last year of the virus and is remembered as the whistleblower who tried to warn the world about the coronavirus outbreak. But the spreadsheet lists 587 other cases. Even cheesy skits by aspiring online influencers can be deemed offensive. Two men in northwestern Shaanxi province livestreamed a funeral they held for a sheep. In the video, one man cried over a photo of the sheep while the other dug the grave. They were detained 10 days for violating social customs. The spreadsheet also highlights inspiring cases in which people spoke out to challenge authority. In 2018, a 19-year-old man in the northwestern city of Yinchuan decided to test the newly passed law that prohibits questioning and criticizing heroes and martyrs. He posted on Weibo that two famous martyrs died meaningless deaths and that he wanted to see if he would be arrested, showing a lack of free speech in China. He was detained for 10 days and fined $70. One man, Feng Zhouguan, criticized Xi and was charged with picking quarrels by the local police in the city of Xiamen. He was detained for five days but appealed after his release, arguing that the police had improperly interfered in a potential libel case between two individuals. The local police, he argued, are “not the military bodyguards or family militia of the national leader.” The court upheld the sentence. Many people pay a steeper price. Huang Genbao, 45, was a senior engineer at a state-owned company in the eastern city of Xuzhou. Two years ago he was arrested and sentenced to 16 months in jail for insulting the national leader and harming the national image on platforms like Twitter. He shared a cell with a large group and had to follow a strict routine, including toilet breaks. He and his wife lost their jobs, and he delivers meals to support his family. “My life in the detention center reminded me of the book ‘1984,’” he said in an interview. “Many of the experiences are probably worse than the plots in the book.”

China punishes those who question 'martyrs.’ A sleuth keeps track.

In just 24 hours of the webspace crackdown on bloggers, today, China went on to further to detain 7 more people across provinces for insulting the PLA and questioning Communist Party. Earlier, China had made the fatalities of the Galwan Valley public

China: 7 people detained for insulting PLA

Chinese state media on Friday posted a propaganda video, claiming it to be the footage from the Galwan Valley clash last year in which 20 Indian soldiers had lost their lives.

The video, released by Global Times, comes on a day when Beijing for the first time acknowledged that five of its security personnel were also killed in the violent confrontation.&nbsp;

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Without directly naming India, the 3 minutes 20 seconds video started that since April 2020 "foreign military" violated previous agreements and tried to change the status quo "unilaterally".&nbsp;

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It said Chinese soldiers "fought bravely" and paid tributes to security personnel who lost their lives in the clash.&nbsp;

However, the video is a clear attempt by Beijing to push forward its propaganda as the footage does not provide any evidence that India incited the heated confrontation.&nbsp;

The background music in the video is also kept dramatic.&nbsp;

Earlier on Friday, Senior Colonel Ren Guoqiang, a Defense Ministry spokesperson, called the Galwan Valley skirmishes "Indian military's responsibility".

Beijing also awarded Qi Fabao with the title of "Hero Regimental Commander for defending the border" and Chen Hongjum with "Hero for defending the border".

<h2>Questions remain</h2>

One of the main questions is: why did Beijing take so long in giving a number? Last year in July, the South China Morning Post had published some insights, reporting how China remains sensitive about military casualties.

It also said how the numbers had to be approved by Chinese President Xi Jinping himself before they are released.

China's claims come just ahead of the 10th round of military-level talks with India on Saturday. Both sides will meet to discuss de-escalation from other friction areas just ahead of the planned talks.

The Chinese state media has begun spreading propaganda and is trying to paint India as the aggressor. The video released calls Indian soldiers "foreign military". In its daily press conference, China's foreign ministry amplified the narrative of Global Times.

These words lead us to only one question: if China really respects its martyrs, why did it wait for eight months to speak about them? &nbsp; 
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Chinese state media on Friday posted a propaganda video, claiming it to be the footage from the Galwan Valley clash last year in which 20 Indian soldiers had lost their lives.

Chinese state media on Friday posted a propaganda video, claiming it to be the footage from the Galwan Valley clash last year in which 20 Indian soldiers had lost their lives. The video, released by Global Times, comes on a day when Beijing for the first time acknowledged that five of its security personnel were also killed in the violent confrontation. Watch | Without directly naming India, the 3 minutes 20 seconds video started that since April 2020 "foreign military" violated previous agreements and tried to change the status quo "unilaterally". Also read | India-China standoff: Disengagement complete at Pangong Tso lake; commander-level talks on Saturday It said Chinese soldiers "fought bravely" and paid tributes to security personnel who lost their lives in the clash. However, the video is a clear attempt by Beijing to push forward its propaganda as the footage does not provide any evidence that India incited the heated confrontation. The background music in the video is also kept dramatic. Earlier on Friday, Senior Colonel Ren Guoqiang, a Defense Ministry spokesperson, called the Galwan Valley skirmishes "Indian military's responsibility". Beijing also awarded Qi Fabao with the title of "Hero Regimental Commander for defending the border" and Chen Hongjum with "Hero for defending the border". Questions remain One of the main questions is: why did Beijing take so long in giving a number? Last year in July, the South China Morning Post had published some insights, reporting how China remains sensitive about military casualties. It also said how the numbers had to be approved by Chinese President Xi Jinping himself before they are released. China's claims come just ahead of the 10th round of military-level talks with India on Saturday. Both sides will meet to discuss de-escalation from other friction areas just ahead of the planned talks. The Chinese state media has begun spreading propaganda and is trying to paint India as the aggressor. The video released calls Indian soldiers "foreign military". In its daily press conference, China's foreign ministry amplified the narrative of Global Times. These words lead us to only one question: if China really respects its martyrs, why did it wait for eight months to speak about them?

China releases propaganda video of Galwan Valley clash

First time since the clash with India in June last year, China has revealed that four soldiers had died during the border clash in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/chinas-peoples-liberation-army-pulls-back-from-pangong-area-along-lac-364003">Galwan </a>Valley with Indian troops in eastern Ladakh.&nbsp;

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Chinese state media said Chen Hongjun, Chen Xiangrong, Xiao Siyuan and Wang Zhuoran had died during the “fierce struggle” against “foreign troops”. Chinese state-run media Global Times added that the PLA troops were given posthumous awards.

The Global Times report said five PLA soldiers were "honoured for their sacrifice" by China with four killed in the Galwan Valley clash in Ladakh with the Indian Army.

“Five Chinese frontier officers and soldiers stationed in the Karakorum Mountains have been recognised by the Central Military Commission of China for their contributions in the border confrontation with India, which occurred in the Galwan Valley in June 2020,” Global Times quoted the PLA Daily as saying.

Twenty Indian soldiers had died in action during the June 15-16 clash in eastern Ladakh which led to escalated tensions between India and China with both countries ramping up troops.

As tensions mounted, Chinese troops fired at Indian positions for the first time as both countries moved troops and heavy armour along the Line of Actual Control(LAC).

The nine-month standoff came to an end after China announced it was pulling out troops from the border in eastern Ladakh earlier this month which was backed by India's defence minister Rajnath Singh in Parliament who confirmed the troop withdrawal. &nbsp;

China and India have begun to pull back troops, tanks and other equipment from the banks of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/india-china-standoff-why-area-along-pangong-lake-became-a-flashpoint-362844">Pangong Tso</a>, a glacial lake in the Ladakh region which had become a flashpoint in the prolonged border dispute with complete disengagement at Pangong expected to be completed by the end of this week.

As a part of the agreement, the Chinese forces will move east of Finger 8 of the north bank of the lake while India will base its troops at the permanent base Dhan Singh Thapa post.

First time since the clash with India in June last year, China has revealed that four soldiers had died during the border clash in Galwan Valley with Indian troops in eastern Ladakh.

First time since the clash with India in June last year, China has revealed that four soldiers had died during the border clash in Galwan Valley with Indian troops in eastern Ladakh. Watch: Chinese state media said Chen Hongjun, Chen Xiangrong, Xiao Siyuan and Wang Zhuoran had died during the “fierce struggle” against “foreign troops”. Chinese state-run media Global Times added that the PLA troops were given posthumous awards. The Global Times report said five PLA soldiers were "honoured for their sacrifice" by China with four killed in the Galwan Valley clash in Ladakh with the Indian Army. “Five Chinese frontier officers and soldiers stationed in the Karakorum Mountains have been recognised by the Central Military Commission of China for their contributions in the border confrontation with India, which occurred in the Galwan Valley in June 2020,” Global Times quoted the PLA Daily as saying. Twenty Indian soldiers had died in action during the June 15-16 clash in eastern Ladakh which led to escalated tensions between India and China with both countries ramping up troops. As tensions mounted, Chinese troops fired at Indian positions for the first time as both countries moved troops and heavy armour along the Line of Actual Control(LAC). The nine-month standoff came to an end after China announced it was pulling out troops from the border in eastern Ladakh earlier this month which was backed by India's defence minister Rajnath Singh in Parliament who confirmed the troop withdrawal. China and India have begun to pull back troops, tanks and other equipment from the banks of Pangong Tso, a glacial lake in the Ladakh region which had become a flashpoint in the prolonged border dispute with complete disengagement at Pangong expected to be completed by the end of this week. As a part of the agreement, the Chinese forces will move east of Finger 8 of the north bank of the lake while India will base its troops at the permanent base Dhan Singh Thapa post.

India-China standoff: 4 soldiers killed in Galwan clash with India in June last year, reveals China

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday (February 11) gave keys details regarding the disengagement agreement between India and China, in the Rajya Sabha. The agreement comes in the backdrop of the India-China standoff that started in April/May of 2020 that saw the death of 20 Indian soldiers in the Galwan Valley due to aggressive actions by Chinese forces, the first such development at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) since 1975. The Chinese Defence Ministry had made the announcement on the same on Wednesday (February 10).&nbsp;

Here are the key details spelt out by the Defence Minister:

1) Agreement for disengagement is for "North and South Bank" of the Pangong Lake. Pangong Lake is one of the sites of the stand-off, with the north bank having eight "fingers" or geographical formations with mountains spurs jutting into the lake, and the main point of contention for New Delhi.

2) Disengagement will be "mutual and reciprocal".

3) The implementation of this agreement started on Wednesday in the North and South Bank of the Pangong Lake. The tanks have started to move, and next up will the movement of soldiers.

4) Both sides will cease their "forward deployments" in the area. The process will take place in a "phased, coordinated and verified manner".

5) The most crucial point and one that forms the core of the development is -- The Chinese side will keep its troop presence in the North Bank area to the east of Finger 8. India, reciprocally, will base its troops at the permanent base -- Dhan Singh Thapa Post near Finger 3.

6) A similar action would be taken in the South Bank area by both sides. No details are known yet on how this will happen, in terms of movements of troops.

7) Any structures that had been built by both sides since April 2020 in both North and South Bank area will be removed and the landforms will be restored. April 2020 is the month that saw China amassing its troops and trying to unilaterally change the situation.

8) Both sides have agreed on a "temporary moratorium on military activities" by both sides in the North Bank of the lake. This includes a moratorium on patrolling to the traditional areas. Patrolling will be resumed only after both sides reach an agreement during further rounds of diplomatic and military talks.

9) Once "complete disengagement" has happened at Pangong Lake, Senior Commanders of both sides will meet within 48 hours. So far nine rounds of &nbsp;Senior Commanders meet or military talks have taken place, the last one being in January of this year.

10) &nbsp;New Delhi's message to China, by the Defence Minister from Parliament is, "By now, the Chinese side is also fully aware of our resolve. It is therefore our expectation that the Chinese side will work with us in full sincerity to resolve these remaining issues." He highlighted, " I want to assure this House that in these talks we have not conceded anything."

What next?

Some issue still remains. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "there are still some outstanding issues with regard to deployment and patrolling" at some points along the LAC in Eastern Ladakh. They will be discussed during future India-China talks at the military and diplomatic level.

India is the Chair of the BRICS grouping this year. India is expected to hold a summit, the annual BRICS summit. If the summit happens physically then Chinese President Xi Jinping will be visiting India.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday (February 11) gave keys details regarding the disengagement agreement between India and China, in the Rajya Sabha. The agreement comes in the backdrop of the India-China standoff that started in April/May of 2020 that saw the death of 20 Indian soldiers in the Galwan Valley due to aggressive actions by Chinese forces, the first such development at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) since 1975.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday (February 11) gave keys details regarding the disengagement agreement between India and China, in the Rajya Sabha. The agreement comes in the backdrop of the India-China standoff that started in April/May of 2020 that saw the death of 20 Indian soldiers in the Galwan Valley due to aggressive actions by Chinese forces, the first such development at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) since 1975. The Chinese Defence Ministry had made the announcement on the same on Wednesday (February 10). Here are the key details spelt out by the Defence Minister: 1) Agreement for disengagement is for "North and South Bank" of the Pangong Lake. Pangong Lake is one of the sites of the stand-off, with the north bank having eight "fingers" or geographical formations with mountains spurs jutting into the lake, and the main point of contention for New Delhi. 2) Disengagement will be "mutual and reciprocal". 3) The implementation of this agreement started on Wednesday in the North and South Bank of the Pangong Lake. The tanks have started to move, and next up will the movement of soldiers. 4) Both sides will cease their "forward deployments" in the area. The process will take place in a "phased, coordinated and verified manner". 5) The most crucial point and one that forms the core of the development is -- The Chinese side will keep its troop presence in the North Bank area to the east of Finger 8. India, reciprocally, will base its troops at the permanent base -- Dhan Singh Thapa Post near Finger 3. 6) A similar action would be taken in the South Bank area by both sides. No details are known yet on how this will happen, in terms of movements of troops. 7) Any structures that had been built by both sides since April 2020 in both North and South Bank area will be removed and the landforms will be restored. April 2020 is the month that saw China amassing its troops and trying to unilaterally change the situation. 8) Both sides have agreed on a "temporary moratorium on military activities" by both sides in the North Bank of the lake. This includes a moratorium on patrolling to the traditional areas. Patrolling will be resumed only after both sides reach an agreement during further rounds of diplomatic and military talks. 9) Once "complete disengagement" has happened at Pangong Lake, Senior Commanders of both sides will meet within 48 hours. So far nine rounds of Senior Commanders meet or military talks have taken place, the last one being in January of this year. 10) New Delhi's message to China, by the Defence Minister from Parliament is, "By now, the Chinese side is also fully aware of our resolve. It is therefore our expectation that the Chinese side will work with us in full sincerity to resolve these remaining issues." He highlighted, " I want to assure this House that in these talks we have not conceded anything." What next? Some issue still remains. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "there are still some outstanding issues with regard to deployment and patrolling" at some points along the LAC in Eastern Ladakh. They will be discussed during future India-China talks at the military and diplomatic level. India is the Chair of the BRICS grouping this year. India is expected to hold a summit, the annual BRICS summit. If the summit happens physically then Chinese President Xi Jinping will be visiting India.

India-China border disengagement: 10 key points of agreement

A day after China said it was pulling back troops from the Line of Actual Control (LAC), Tanks and infantry combat vehicles of India and China started disengaging from both the banks of Pangong lake as part of the disengagement process between the two countries.

Sources said under the first phase of disengagement, the tanks of India are being moved back towards Nyoma and adjoining areas while the Chinese are taking them back beyond Sirijap and Moldo garrison.

"The movement related to disengagement of tanks and infantry combat vehicles from forward positions to rear locations started last evening itself. The disengagement from the two banks of the Pangong lake is aimed to be completed within seven days," a source said.

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After the first phase of disengagement is completed, the two sides would start discussing the other friction points including the Patrolling Point-17 and PP-15, they said.

Earlier in the day, India's defence minister Rajnath Singh speaking in Parliament asserted that, "Chinese transgression was answered in an appropriate manner by Indian forces." 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/india-china-standoff-why-area-along-pangong-lake-became-a-flash-point-362844">In Pics:&nbsp;Why area along Pangong lake became a flashpoint</a>

India's defence minister said disengagement with China has been agreed and both sides will reduce military activity. Rajnath Singh told Parliament that China will move its troops to the east of Finger 8 at the north bank of Pangong Lake and India will move towards Finger 3 to the administrative camp.

"China in April-May 2020 had increased the number of troops at LAC," India's defence minister told India's upper House of Parliament, adding, "our forces have defended LAC bravely."

"We've begun talks over north-south bank of Pangong Lake. Some issues over deployment at LAC are yet to be resolved, both sides have agreed that complete disengagement be done at the earliest," he said.&nbsp;

"Indian soldiers gave a befitting reply on the China border," Rajnath Singh said.

"India has always reiterated to China that bilateral issues can succeed only through efforts by both nations and border issues can only be resolved through dialogue," India's defence minister said, adding,"our security forces have proved that they are ready to face any challenge to protect the sovereignty of the country."

"We will not give one inch of land to anyone," Rajnath Singh said. &nbsp;India's defence minister said that disengagement along the LAC will bring peace.

(With inputs from agencies)

A day after China said it was pulling back troops from the Line of Actual Control (LAC), Tanks and infantry combat vehicles of India and China started disengaging from both the banks of Pangong lake as part of the disengagement process between the two countries.

A day after China said it was pulling back troops from the Line of Actual Control (LAC), Tanks and infantry combat vehicles of India and China started disengaging from both the banks of Pangong lake as part of the disengagement process between the two countries. Sources said under the first phase of disengagement, the tanks of India are being moved back towards Nyoma and adjoining areas while the Chinese are taking them back beyond Sirijap and Moldo garrison. "The movement related to disengagement of tanks and infantry combat vehicles from forward positions to rear locations started last evening itself. The disengagement from the two banks of the Pangong lake is aimed to be completed within seven days," a source said. Watch: First video of disengagement between Indian & Chinese forces in South of Pangong Lake. pic.twitter.com/XW7fGseto2 — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) February 11, 2021 × After the first phase of disengagement is completed, the two sides would start discussing the other friction points including the Patrolling Point-17 and PP-15, they said. Earlier in the day, India's defence minister Rajnath Singh speaking in Parliament asserted that, "Chinese transgression was answered in an appropriate manner by Indian forces." In Pics: Why area along Pangong lake became a flashpoint India's defence minister said disengagement with China has been agreed and both sides will reduce military activity. Rajnath Singh told Parliament that China will move its troops to the east of Finger 8 at the north bank of Pangong Lake and India will move towards Finger 3 to the administrative camp. "China in April-May 2020 had increased the number of troops at LAC," India's defence minister told India's upper House of Parliament, adding, "our forces have defended LAC bravely." "We've begun talks over north-south bank of Pangong Lake. Some issues over deployment at LAC are yet to be resolved, both sides have agreed that complete disengagement be done at the earliest," he said. "Indian soldiers gave a befitting reply on the China border," Rajnath Singh said. "India has always reiterated to China that bilateral issues can succeed only through efforts by both nations and border issues can only be resolved through dialogue," India's defence minister said, adding,"our security forces have proved that they are ready to face any challenge to protect the sovereignty of the country." "We will not give one inch of land to anyone," Rajnath Singh said. India's defence minister said that disengagement along the LAC will bring peace. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: India-China disengagement begins as tanks, combat vehicles move back

India-China standoff: Why area along Pangong lake became a flashpoint

A day after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinas-army-claims-both-sides-start-withdrawal-along-pangong-lake-no-comment-from-india-362709">China </a>said it was pulling back troops from the Line of Actual Control(LAC), India's defence minister Rajnath Singh speaking in Parliament asserted that, "Chinese transgression was answered in an appropriate manner by Indian forces."

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India's defence minister said disengagement with China has been agreed and both sides will reduce military activity. Rajnath Singh told Parliament that China will move its troops to the east of Finger 8&nbsp;at the north bank of Pangong Lake&nbsp;and India will move towards Finger 3 to the administrative camp.

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"China in April-May 2020 had increased the number of troops at LAC," India's defence minister told India's upper House of Parliament, adding, "our forces have defended LAC bravely."

"We've begun talks over north-south bank of Pangong Lake. Some issues over deployment at LAC are yet to be resolved, both sides have agreed that complete disengagement be done at the earliest," he said.&nbsp;

"Indian soldiers gave a befitting reply on the China border," Rajnath Singh said.

"India has always reiterated to China that bilateral issues can succeed only through efforts by both nations and border issues can only be resolved through dialogue," India's defence minister said, adding,"our security forces have proved that they are ready to face any challenge to protect the sovereignty of the country."

"We will not give one inch of land to anyone," Rajnath Singh said. &nbsp;India's defence minister said that disengagement along the LAC will bring peace.

"China has collected heavy force &amp; arms and ammunition near LAC and in the nearby area on its side. Our forces have also adequate and&nbsp;effectively done counter-deployment," India's defence minister said.

"Since last year, we have maintained relationship with China on military and&nbsp;diplomatic levels. During the talks, we told China that we want a solution on the issue based on three principles,"&nbsp;the defence minister said.

"First, both parties must agree on LAC and&nbsp;respect it. Secondly, there shouldn't be an attempt to change the status unilaterally, by any party. Thirdly, all the compromises should be completely agreed upon by both parties," he said.

A day after China said it was pulling back troops from the Line of Actual Control(LAC), India's defence minister Rajnath Singh speaking in Parliament asserted that, "Chinese transgression was answered in an appropriate manner by Indian forces.

A day after China said it was pulling back troops from the Line of Actual Control(LAC), India's defence minister Rajnath Singh speaking in Parliament asserted that, "Chinese transgression was answered in an appropriate manner by Indian forces." Watch: India's defence minister said disengagement with China has been agreed and both sides will reduce military activity. Rajnath Singh told Parliament that China will move its troops to the east of Finger 8 at the north bank of Pangong Lake and India will move towards Finger 3 to the administrative camp. In Pics: Why area along Pangong lake became a flashpoint "China in April-May 2020 had increased the number of troops at LAC," India's defence minister told India's upper House of Parliament, adding, "our forces have defended LAC bravely." "We've begun talks over north-south bank of Pangong Lake. Some issues over deployment at LAC are yet to be resolved, both sides have agreed that complete disengagement be done at the earliest," he said. "Indian soldiers gave a befitting reply on the China border," Rajnath Singh said. "India has always reiterated to China that bilateral issues can succeed only through efforts by both nations and border issues can only be resolved through dialogue," India's defence minister said, adding,"our security forces have proved that they are ready to face any challenge to protect the sovereignty of the country." "We will not give one inch of land to anyone," Rajnath Singh said. India's defence minister said that disengagement along the LAC will bring peace. "China has collected heavy force & arms and ammunition near LAC and in the nearby area on its side. Our forces have also adequate and effectively done counter-deployment," India's defence minister said. "Since last year, we have maintained relationship with China on military and diplomatic levels. During the talks, we told China that we want a solution on the issue based on three principles," the defence minister said. "First, both parties must agree on LAC and respect it. Secondly, there shouldn't be an attempt to change the status unilaterally, by any party. Thirdly, all the compromises should be completely agreed upon by both parties," he said.

India-China standoff: China will move troops to east of Finger 8, says Rajnath Singh in Parliament over disengagement

Colonel B Santosh Babu, the Commanding Officer of the Indian Army regiment and among the 20 soldiers killed in the line of duty during the clash with Chinese troops in Galwan Valley, has been honoured with India's second-highest wartime gallantry honour, the Maha Vir Chakra.

India honours Galwan brave with the Maha Vir Chakra

After seven months, nine rounds of talks and several exchanges, China is yet to commit to a complete withdrawal along the Line of Actual Control(LAC).

In the last one year, India-China relations have hit its lowest point.&nbsp;

On June 15 last year, without a single bullet or a bomb there was a bloodbath at the LAC after an unprovoked attack by the Chinese side which led to the death of 20 Indian soldiers and many more Chinese soldiers who still remain unacknowledged.

It was the deadliest border clash between India and China since 1975. It led to a massive troop build-up in the following weeks as India and China poured tens of thousands of troops with heavy weaponry along the 3,500-kilometre long disputed border.

Reports say India has deployed nearly 50,000 soldiers who remain in a high state of combat readiness with India matching the Chinese build-up toe-to-toe, Beijing has been forced to come to the negotiating table.

In August last year, India had captured strategic outposts in a night-time operation stationed on key heights. Indian soldiers now have a clear view of troop movements in the disputed territory. China did try to close in on Indian positions firing warning shots on the border but the Indian side has managed to keep China at bay.

The standoff has spilled to other fronts, beyond the border. India has curbed Chinese investments and banned more than 250 Chinese apps with ties hitting an all-time low. India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar met with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit(SCO) in September last year.

The two leaders managed to reach a five-point consensus to ease tensions but even after nine rounds of military talks, the standoff hasn't ended. &nbsp;After repeated promises, China hasn't moved back its frontline troops. In several areas, soldiers from both sides remain just a few hundred meters apart from each other.

Meanwhile, the Chinese press has been aggressively pushing war rhetoric releasing videos showing the Chinese military ramping up its troop deployments. The provocations from the Chinese side have continued in 2021. In the latest development, satellites spotted a village along the border in Arunachal Pradesh. China has allegedly built more than a hundred homes in the area which has been under Chinese occupation for decades.

Meanwhile, India continues to ramp up border infrastructure and connect remote villages by roads. The two armies remained locked in their positions on the front while officials continue to look for a diplomatic solution.

After seven months, nine rounds of talks and several exchanges, China is yet to commit to a complete withdrawal along the Line of Actual Control(LAC). In the last one year, India-China relations have hit its lowest point.

After seven months, nine rounds of talks and several exchanges, China is yet to commit to a complete withdrawal along the Line of Actual Control(LAC). In the last one year, India-China relations have hit its lowest point. On June 15 last year, without a single bullet or a bomb there was a bloodbath at the LAC after an unprovoked attack by the Chinese side which led to the death of 20 Indian soldiers and many more Chinese soldiers who still remain unacknowledged. It was the deadliest border clash between India and China since 1975. It led to a massive troop build-up in the following weeks as India and China poured tens of thousands of troops with heavy weaponry along the 3,500-kilometre long disputed border. Reports say India has deployed nearly 50,000 soldiers who remain in a high state of combat readiness with India matching the Chinese build-up toe-to-toe, Beijing has been forced to come to the negotiating table. In August last year, India had captured strategic outposts in a night-time operation stationed on key heights. Indian soldiers now have a clear view of troop movements in the disputed territory. China did try to close in on Indian positions firing warning shots on the border but the Indian side has managed to keep China at bay. The standoff has spilled to other fronts, beyond the border. India has curbed Chinese investments and banned more than 250 Chinese apps with ties hitting an all-time low. India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar met with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit(SCO) in September last year. The two leaders managed to reach a five-point consensus to ease tensions but even after nine rounds of military talks, the standoff hasn't ended. After repeated promises, China hasn't moved back its frontline troops. In several areas, soldiers from both sides remain just a few hundred meters apart from each other. Meanwhile, the Chinese press has been aggressively pushing war rhetoric releasing videos showing the Chinese military ramping up its troop deployments. The provocations from the Chinese side have continued in 2021. In the latest development, satellites spotted a village along the border in Arunachal Pradesh. China has allegedly built more than a hundred homes in the area which has been under Chinese occupation for decades. Meanwhile, India continues to ramp up border infrastructure and connect remote villages by roads. The two armies remained locked in their positions on the front while officials continue to look for a diplomatic solution.

Seven months after Galwan clash, China yet to commit troop withdrawal along LAC

Nine months after the first intrusion attempt and seven months after the clashes in Galwan, the Chinese have done it again - provoked India at the border.

There were clashes this time in Sikkim which took place last week at Naku la on January 20. New Delhi said it was a "minor face-off" as both sides suffered injuries.

Commanders on both sides stepped in to resolve the issue. It was the third border clash in Sikkim in a month as tensions remain even as talks are still on.

While thousands of soldiers maintain a&nbsp;tight watch on the border, China has been denying India's claims, rejecting media reports and even calling the clashes "fake news".

The first denial came from Hu Xijin, Editor-in-Chief of state-run Global Times.

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“This is fake news. Based on what I learned, there is no record of this clash in the patrol log of the Chinese side. Small frictions often occur on China-India border area but clash that caused multiple injuries will definitely be recorded and reported,” Hu Xijin said on Twitter referring to an Indian media report he said there is no record of the clash and that the claims were simply fake news.

Around the same time, the chief reporter of Global Times posted on Twitter tagging&nbsp;WION and&nbsp;accusing us of sharing fake news while amplifying a Global Times report that once again peddles the same lie that the clashes did not happen.

China may have blocked WION from the mainland but they certainly hasn't stopped watching the channel. The borders are well defined in this area but &nbsp;Indian and Chinese troops clash frequently in Naku la especially after India began expanding its border infrastructure. There was a flare-up in Naku la in May last year as well. In June, Chinese troops attacked Indian soldiers in Ladakh kicking off one of the longest-running border stand-offs between India and China.

Reporters in Beijing heard about the clashes in Sikkim and questioned Zhao Lijian, the Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, better known as "wolf warrior"&nbsp;in chief.

Zhao Lijian chose restraint over aggression this time. He said he doesn't know anything about the clashes.

"Regarding the specific situation you mentioned, I have no information to provide you with. What I want to emphasise is that the Chinese border troops have always been committed to maintaining peace and tranquillity in the China-India border region. China urges India to meet China halfway and refrain from any unilateral actions that may complicate or exacerbate the border situation, properly manage differences, and take practical actions to maintain peace and stability in the border areas," Lijian said.

It was a predictable response while tensions persist at the border. On Sunday, both sides had met for talks once again which was the ninth round of commander-level talks. The last commander-level meeting had taken place in November last year. Both sides have met nine times to end the standoff. However, there has been no headway so far but the last round of talks seems to have ended on a promising note.

On Sunday, the Indian delegation had both diplomatic and military representation. Senior officials from the Indian Army, as well as the ministry of external affairs participated in the talks. Reports say their conversation with the Chinese side went on for 15 hours. India has been clear in its demand- it wants status quo and return of all troops to their original positions as they were in April 2020.

India seems keen on keeping the channels of communication open. New Delhi will like a swift end to this standoff despite promising a phased withdrawal on more occasions than one. China hasn't pulled back the PLA from several friction points, the positions from where it could step up its military provocations especially when the summer arrives.

Nine months after the first intrusion attempt and seven months after the clashes in Galwan, the Chinese have done it again - provoked India at the border. There were clashes this time in Sikkim which took place last week at Naku la on January 20.

Nine months after the first intrusion attempt and seven months after the clashes in Galwan, the Chinese have done it again - provoked India at the border. There were clashes this time in Sikkim which took place last week at Naku la on January 20. New Delhi said it was a "minor face-off" as both sides suffered injuries. Commanders on both sides stepped in to resolve the issue. It was the third border clash in Sikkim in a month as tensions remain even as talks are still on. While thousands of soldiers maintain a tight watch on the border, China has been denying India's claims, rejecting media reports and even calling the clashes "fake news". The first denial came from Hu Xijin, Editor-in-Chief of state-run Global Times. This is fake news. Based on what I learned, there is no record of this clash in the patrol log of the Chinese side. Small frictions often occur on China-India border area, but clash that caused multiple injuries will definitely be recorded and reported. pic.twitter.com/VaeU4Gxkdx — Hu Xijin 胡锡进 (@HuXijin_GT) January 25, 2021 × “This is fake news. Based on what I learned, there is no record of this clash in the patrol log of the Chinese side. Small frictions often occur on China-India border area but clash that caused multiple injuries will definitely be recorded and reported,” Hu Xijin said on Twitter referring to an Indian media report he said there is no record of the clash and that the claims were simply fake news. Around the same time, the chief reporter of Global Times posted on Twitter tagging WION and accusing us of sharing fake news while amplifying a Global Times report that once again peddles the same lie that the clashes did not happen. China may have blocked WION from the mainland but they certainly hasn't stopped watching the channel. The borders are well defined in this area but Indian and Chinese troops clash frequently in Naku la especially after India began expanding its border infrastructure. There was a flare-up in Naku la in May last year as well. In June, Chinese troops attacked Indian soldiers in Ladakh kicking off one of the longest-running border stand-offs between India and China. Reporters in Beijing heard about the clashes in Sikkim and questioned Zhao Lijian, the Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, better known as "wolf warrior" in chief. Zhao Lijian chose restraint over aggression this time. He said he doesn't know anything about the clashes. "Regarding the specific situation you mentioned, I have no information to provide you with. What I want to emphasise is that the Chinese border troops have always been committed to maintaining peace and tranquillity in the China-India border region. China urges India to meet China halfway and refrain from any unilateral actions that may complicate or exacerbate the border situation, properly manage differences, and take practical actions to maintain peace and stability in the border areas," Lijian said. It was a predictable response while tensions persist at the border. On Sunday, both sides had met for talks once again which was the ninth round of commander-level talks. The last commander-level meeting had taken place in November last year. Both sides have met nine times to end the standoff. However, there has been no headway so far but the last round of talks seems to have ended on a promising note. On Sunday, the Indian delegation had both diplomatic and military representation. Senior officials from the Indian Army, as well as the ministry of external affairs participated in the talks. Reports say their conversation with the Chinese side went on for 15 hours. India has been clear in its demand- it wants status quo and return of all troops to their original positions as they were in April 2020. India seems keen on keeping the channels of communication open. New Delhi will like a swift end to this standoff despite promising a phased withdrawal on more occasions than one. China hasn't pulled back the PLA from several friction points, the positions from where it could step up its military provocations especially when the summer arrives.

India, China troops involved in 'minor face-off' in Sikkim

India's Ministry of Defence(MOD) in its year-end review 2020 on Tuesday&nbsp;asserted that "defending the territorial integrity of India in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-stand-off-violent-clash-at-galwan-valley-was-planned-by-chinese-government-top-us-panel-346823">Galwan</a> Valley has been the most shining example of the valour of our forces in which 20 brave India soldiers made the supreme sacrifice."

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"India categorically conveyed to China that any attempt to unilaterally alter the status quo at the border is unacceptable and that India is determined to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity," it said.

The Indian Army informed that budgetary constraints for "capability development" and meeting other requirements have been removed. The review noted that the induction of eight Rafale&nbsp;aircraft in September 2020 is a "gamechanger" for India’s national security.

The forces also informed that air version of supersonic BrahMos Air missile was integrated into the Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft last year.

"The strength of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/india-china-standoff-how-indian-navys-marcos-can-change-the-game-along-pangong-lake-in-eastern-ladakh-346930">Indian Navy</a> furthered with the commissioning of INS Kavaratti, a fully combat-ready Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) stealth corvette and commissioning of warship IN LCU L57," it added.

"​Unilateral and provocative actions by the Chinese to change the status quo by force in more than one area on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) were responded to in a firm and non-escalatory way ensuring the sanctity of our claims in eastern Ladakh," the Indian Army said in its review.

On Pakistan's activities along the Line of Contol(LoC), the Indian Army said: "High level of alertness by troops blunted Pakistan’s endeavours to infiltrate terrorists into the Valley, at the same time high tempo of kinetic operations in the hinterland ensured denial of operational space to terrorist organisations." &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

The Army said the internal security situation in the north eastern states in India has improved considerably with a large number of surrenders of insurgent cadres.

"Excellent understanding and coordination with Myanmar&nbsp;(OP SUNRISE) have made it difficult for Indian Insurgent Groups (IIGs) to set up camps there," it said while lauding the efforts of stellar role played by the Army and other security forces ensuring reduction in violence levels.

India's Ministry of Defence(MOD) in its year-end review 2020 on Tuesday asserted that "defending the territorial integrity of India in Galwan Valley has been the most shining example of the valour of our forces in which 20 brave India soldiers made the supreme sacrifice.

India's Ministry of Defence(MOD) in its year-end review 2020 on Tuesday asserted that "defending the territorial integrity of India in Galwan Valley has been the most shining example of the valour of our forces in which 20 brave India soldiers made the supreme sacrifice." Watch: "India categorically conveyed to China that any attempt to unilaterally alter the status quo at the border is unacceptable and that India is determined to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity," it said. The Indian Army informed that budgetary constraints for "capability development" and meeting other requirements have been removed. The review noted that the induction of eight Rafale aircraft in September 2020 is a "gamechanger" for India’s national security. The forces also informed that air version of supersonic BrahMos Air missile was integrated into the Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft last year. "The strength of Indian Navy furthered with the commissioning of INS Kavaratti, a fully combat-ready Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) stealth corvette and commissioning of warship IN LCU L57," it added. "Unilateral and provocative actions by the Chinese to change the status quo by force in more than one area on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) were responded to in a firm and non-escalatory way ensuring the sanctity of our claims in eastern Ladakh," the Indian Army said in its review. On Pakistan's activities along the Line of Contol(LoC), the Indian Army said: "High level of alertness by troops blunted Pakistan’s endeavours to infiltrate terrorists into the Valley, at the same time high tempo of kinetic operations in the hinterland ensured denial of operational space to terrorist organisations." The Army said the internal security situation in the north eastern states in India has improved considerably with a large number of surrenders of insurgent cadres. "Excellent understanding and coordination with Myanmar (OP SUNRISE) have made it difficult for Indian Insurgent Groups (IIGs) to set up camps there," it said while lauding the efforts of stellar role played by the Army and other security forces ensuring reduction in violence levels.

India-China standoff: Defending India's territorial integrity at Galwan shining example of valour, says defence ministry in year-end review

Amid tensions along the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinese-general-zhao-zongqi-man-behind-violent-ladakh-clashes-removed-351303">Line of Actual Control</a>(LAC), China has reportedly deployed tanks in front of Indian posts opposite Rezang La, Rechin La and Mukhosri locations.

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Reports say at least 30 to 35 tanks have been deployed by the PLA at the LAC.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/india-china-standoff-how-indias-t-90-bhishma-battle-tank-is-outflanking-chinas-pla-at-lac-328483">Also Read:&nbsp;How India's T-90 Bhishma battle tank is outflanking China's PLA at LAC</a>

The heights were captured by the Indian army on August 29 and 30 last year. The Chinese tanks are currently positioned against Indian positions, reports say.

The&nbsp;tanks are reportedly lightweight and have been made using modern technology. The Indian Army has also deployed tanks at the hills of Rezang La, Rechin La and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-standoff-microwave-oven-weapon-now-china-peddles-fake-news-on-indian-troops-in-ladakh-343968">Mukhosri</a>.

Tensions between India and China has been at fever pitch ever since the forces of the two countries clashed at <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/india-china-standoff-satellite-image-of-winter-at-galwan-valley-emerges-350823">Galwan Valley</a> in June-15-16 last year leading to the death of 20 Indian soldiers, although the Chinese Army had suffered casualties as well, however, the Chinese foreign ministry has refused to divulge its casualty list.

After the Galwan clash, Chinese and Indian military commanders had held several rounds of talks to deescalate tensions and ensure troops from both countries pull back, however, China has continued its troop presence along the LAC.

India's ministry of external affairs (MEA) had said that India-China commander-level talks had led to "stability on the ground" and that more efforts would be made to restore peace even as tens of thousands of troops have been deployed by both sides in the Ladakh region and the Chinese-held Tibetan plateau.

However, several rounds of talks have failed to significantly ease tensions along the LAC. 
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Amid tensions along the Line of Actual Control(LAC), China has reportedly deployed tanks in front of Indian posts opposite Rezang La, Rechin La and Mukhosri locations.

Amid tensions along the Line of Actual Control(LAC), China has reportedly deployed tanks in front of Indian posts opposite Rezang La, Rechin La and Mukhosri locations. Watch: Reports say at least 30 to 35 tanks have been deployed by the PLA at the LAC. Also Read: How India's T-90 Bhishma battle tank is outflanking China's PLA at LAC The heights were captured by the Indian army on August 29 and 30 last year. The Chinese tanks are currently positioned against Indian positions, reports say. The tanks are reportedly lightweight and have been made using modern technology. The Indian Army has also deployed tanks at the hills of Rezang La, Rechin La and Mukhosri. Tensions between India and China has been at fever pitch ever since the forces of the two countries clashed at Galwan Valley in June-15-16 last year leading to the death of 20 Indian soldiers, although the Chinese Army had suffered casualties as well, however, the Chinese foreign ministry has refused to divulge its casualty list. After the Galwan clash, Chinese and Indian military commanders had held several rounds of talks to deescalate tensions and ensure troops from both countries pull back, however, China has continued its troop presence along the LAC. India's ministry of external affairs (MEA) had said that India-China commander-level talks had led to "stability on the ground" and that more efforts would be made to restore peace even as tens of thousands of troops have been deployed by both sides in the Ladakh region and the Chinese-held Tibetan plateau. However, several rounds of talks have failed to significantly ease tensions along the LAC.

India-China standoff: China deploys tanks along LAC opposite Indian posts

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