India and China resumed direct flights after five years, marking a cautious thaw in ties. IndiGo’s Kolkata–Guangzhou flight landed early Monday, hailed by both sides as the “first fruit” of renewed engagement. The move is expected to boost trade, tourism, and people-to-people contact.

‘First fruit’ of Modi-Xi diplomacy: India-China direct flights resume after five years of suspension. All you need to know

The resumption of direct air services marks another step forward in restoring normal exchanges between the two countries. The flights were suspended in the aftermath of the Doklam crisis and further delayed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

India and China to resume direct flights by month-end after more than four years

The Senator refrained from using the exact name of the dispute, but he mentioned the time frame, as per which he must be referring to the 2020 Galwan Valley clash.

China ‘literally melted Indian soldiers’ 5 years ago: US Senator makes BIG claim amid improving ties between Beijing-New Delhi

India-China border tension escalated over territorial claims, particularly in border areas that include Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin, differing interpretations of the McMahon Line, and numerous disputed areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and Sikkim.

'Years of talks, no resolution': India–China disputes over border areas in Arunachal, Sikkim and Ladakh

Indian and Chinese military officials will once again sit across the table and talk about the ongoing situation on the of actual control. The 9th round of military talks to begin in Chushul. Know More details in the video.

India & China to discuss ongoing tensions at LAC | 9th round of Military talks today

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that though New Delhi remains committed to a peaceful resolution of the crisis in Ladakh, it is prepared to tackle "all contingencies".

India committed to peace, but prepared for all 'contingencies': Defence Minister warns China