Five terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism in the region.

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The United States has assured the safety of the Indian Ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra after a threat by India-listed terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.

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The foreign minister Popsoi, along with External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar inaugurated the Moldova embassy in Delhi on Sunday.



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In a gripping narrative that unearths the harsh realities of Sri Lanka's civil war, Kagusthan Ariaratnam, a former child soldier of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) turned intelligence operative, has released his memoir titled "Spy Tiger: The 05 File." Co-authored with Michael Bramadat-Willcock, the book offers a rare glimpse into the life of someone who was on both sides of the conflict, serving the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) before switching allegiances to work with Sri Lankan and Indian intelligence.

Ariaratnam's story begins in the classrooms of Kokkuvil Hindu College in Jaffna, where at 17, his life was abruptly redirected. "One day in 1991, while I was preparing for my advanced level mathematics exam, I was among 20 students taken to an LTTE camp," he recounts.&nbsp;

The memoir delves into the complex world of espionage, where Ariaratnam, under the codename "Spy Tiger," navigated through the moral and ethical quagmires of war. His transition from a child soldier to an intelligence agent is not just a tale of survival but also of the profound psychological and ethical challenges he faced.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/former-ltte-chief-velupillai-prabhakaran-alive-declares-tamil-nationalist-leader-army-slams-the-claim-561556">Also read:&nbsp;Sri Lanka Army dismisses claim of Tamil politician that LTTE ex-chief Velupillai Prabhakaran is still alive</a>

A key aspect of the book is Ariaratnam's acknowledgment of the Indian spymaster B. Raman, whom he credits with saving his life. "Raman stepped out of the shadows to save my life from terror and horror in Sri Lanka," Ariaratnam writes, expressing gratitude for the protection and guidance he received from Raman, whom he describes as a "silent guardian."

"Spy Tiger: The 05 File" not only chronicles Ariaratnam's personal journey but also sheds light on the broader implications of the Sri Lankan civil war, the role of child soldiers, and the intricacies of espionage that often go unseen by the public eye.

In his book, he claimed that between 1992-95, India’s Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) was involved in a covert operation within the LTTE to eliminate the LTTE supreme leader Veluppillai Prabhakaran following the assassination of Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi by a Tamil Tiger female suicide bomber.&nbsp;

He also detailed how he worked with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

In a gripping narrative that unearths the harsh realities of Sri Lanka's civil war, Kagusthan Ariaratnam, a former child soldier of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) turned intelligence operative, has released his memoir titled "Spy Tiger: The 05 File.

In a gripping narrative that unearths the harsh realities of Sri Lanka's civil war, Kagusthan Ariaratnam, a former child soldier of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) turned intelligence operative, has released his memoir titled "Spy Tiger: The 05 File." Co-authored with Michael Bramadat-Willcock, the book offers a rare glimpse into the life of someone who was on both sides of the conflict, serving the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) before switching allegiances to work with Sri Lankan and Indian intelligence. Ariaratnam's story begins in the classrooms of Kokkuvil Hindu College in Jaffna, where at 17, his life was abruptly redirected. "One day in 1991, while I was preparing for my advanced level mathematics exam, I was among 20 students taken to an LTTE camp," he recounts. The memoir delves into the complex world of espionage, where Ariaratnam, under the codename "Spy Tiger," navigated through the moral and ethical quagmires of war. His transition from a child soldier to an intelligence agent is not just a tale of survival but also of the profound psychological and ethical challenges he faced. Also read: Sri Lanka Army dismisses claim of Tamil politician that LTTE ex-chief Velupillai Prabhakaran is still alive A key aspect of the book is Ariaratnam's acknowledgment of the Indian spymaster B. Raman, whom he credits with saving his life. "Raman stepped out of the shadows to save my life from terror and horror in Sri Lanka," Ariaratnam writes, expressing gratitude for the protection and guidance he received from Raman, whom he describes as a "silent guardian." "Spy Tiger: The 05 File" not only chronicles Ariaratnam's personal journey but also sheds light on the broader implications of the Sri Lankan civil war, the role of child soldiers, and the intricacies of espionage that often go unseen by the public eye. In his book, he claimed that between 1992-95, India’s Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) was involved in a covert operation within the LTTE to eliminate the LTTE supreme leader Veluppillai Prabhakaran following the assassination of Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi by a Tamil Tiger female suicide bomber. He also detailed how he worked with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

From child soldier to spy: Ariaratnam's memoirs shed light on Sri Lankan Civil war

Beijing, China
Indian National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held the 23rd meeting of the Special Representatives of India and China in Beijing. The talks were held for the first time in five years after tensions soared between the two nations. 
Both leaders met according to the decision taken during the recent meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping in Kazan for them to meet at an early date to oversee the management of peace and  tranquillity in border areas and to explore a fair, reasonable, and mutually acceptable solution to the boundary question.
Doval and Wang Yi stressed the importance of maintaining a political perspective of the overall bilateral relationship and seeking a fair and mutually acceptable framework for the settlement of the boundary question. 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-ready-to-work-with-india-says-chinese-envoy-as-nsa-doval-meets-wang-yi-in-beijing-784988">Also read: 'China ready to work with India,' says Chinese envoy as NSA Doval meets Wang Yi in Beijing</a>
The representatives "positively affirmed the implementation of the latest disengagement agreement of October 2024, resulting in patrolling and grazing in relevant areas," the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. 
They further underlined the importance of maintaining peace and tranquility in the border areas to promote the overall development of the relationship between the two countries. 
"They emphasised the need to ensure peaceful conditions on the ground so that issues on the border do not hold back the normal development of bilateral relations," the statement read. 
Moreover, based on the events of 2020, both representatives also discussed various measures to maintain peace on the border and advance effective management. 
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They decided to use, coordinate, and guide the relevant diplomatic and military mechanisms towards this purpose.
Further, both the representatives provided a green signal for cross-border cooperation and exchanges, including the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, data sharing on trans-border rivers, and border trade.
The border standoff between India and China began in eastern Ladakh along the LAC in 2020 and was sparked by Chinese military actions. It led to prolonged tensions between the two nations, significantly straining their relations.
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Doval and Wang Yi stressed the importance of maintaining a political perspective of the overall bilateral relationship and seeking a fair and mutually acceptable framework for the settlement of the boundary question. 



Beijing, China Indian National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held the 23rd meeting of the Special Representatives of India and China in Beijing. The talks were held for the first time in five years after tensions soared between the two nations. Both leaders met according to the decision taken during the recent meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping in Kazan for them to meet at an early date to oversee the management of peace and tranquillity in border areas and to explore a fair, reasonable, and mutually acceptable solution to the boundary question. Doval and Wang Yi stressed the importance of maintaining a political perspective of the overall bilateral relationship and seeking a fair and mutually acceptable framework for the settlement of the boundary question. Also read: 'China ready to work with India,' says Chinese envoy as NSA Doval meets Wang Yi in Beijing The representatives "positively affirmed the implementation of the latest disengagement agreement of October 2024, resulting in patrolling and grazing in relevant areas," the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. They further underlined the importance of maintaining peace and tranquility in the border areas to promote the overall development of the relationship between the two countries. "They emphasised the need to ensure peaceful conditions on the ground so that issues on the border do not hold back the normal development of bilateral relations," the statement read. Moreover, based on the events of 2020, both representatives also discussed various measures to maintain peace on the border and advance effective management. Watch | India-China to Hold Special Representatives Dialogue × They decided to use, coordinate, and guide the relevant diplomatic and military mechanisms towards this purpose. Further, both the representatives provided a green signal for cross-border cooperation and exchanges, including the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, data sharing on trans-border rivers, and border trade. The border standoff between India and China began in eastern Ladakh along the LAC in 2020 and was sparked by Chinese military actions. It led to prolonged tensions between the two nations, significantly straining their relations. (With inputs from agencies)

India, China seek peace and tranquility on border, agree to resume Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

Bangladeshi credit card spending in India saw a significant drop of over 40% in October 2024. This sharp decline comes amid stricter visa regulations, which have limited the number of Bangladeshis traveling to India for medical and tourism purposes.

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Cold conditions intensified in Kashmir as the minimum temperature dipped several degrees below the freezing point and many places experienced the season's coldest night. Watch for more details!

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At least 13 people were killed after an Indian Navy speedboat crashed into a ferry off the Mumbai coast on Wednesday. Watch this report for more details!

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India's NSA Ajit Doval met with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng. The meeting came after Doval met China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi and discussed a range of issues. Watch this report for more details!

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India and China have agreed on the resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in the 23rd meeting of the Special Representatives. They also agreed to cross-border tourism, including in areas like Tibet, and cross-border river cooperation and Nathu La border trade. Watch this report for more details!

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The Moldova foreign minister Mihail Popsoi has emphasized that India has a 'strong say' in a 'lasting and sustainable peace' in Ukraine. Speaking to WION he said, 'Certainly our friends in Kyiv have been very proactive in making sure that they have India on board as a strong international player, as a promoter of peace'.

New Delhi, India
In a gripping narrative that unearths the harsh realities of Sri Lanka's civil war, Kagusthan Ariaratnam, a former child soldier of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) turned intelligence operative, has released his memoir titled "Spy Tiger: The 05 File." Co-authored with Michael Bramadat-Willcock, the book offers a rare glimpse into the life of someone who was on both sides of the conflict, serving the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) before switching allegiances to work with Sri Lankan and Indian intelligence.
Ariaratnam's story begins in the classrooms of Kokkuvil Hindu College in Jaffna, where at 17, his life was abruptly redirected. "One day in 1991, while I was preparing for my advanced level mathematics exam, I was among 20 students taken to an LTTE camp," he recounts. 
The memoir delves into the complex world of espionage, where Ariaratnam, under the codename "Spy Tiger," navigated through the moral and ethical quagmires of war. His transition from a child soldier to an intelligence agent is not just a tale of survival but also of the profound psychological and ethical challenges he faced.
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/former-ltte-chief-velupillai-prabhakaran-alive-declares-tamil-nationalist-leader-army-slams-the-claim-561556">Also read: Sri Lanka Army dismisses claim of Tamil politician that LTTE ex-chief Velupillai Prabhakaran is still alive</a>
A key aspect of the book is Ariaratnam's acknowledgment of the Indian spymaster B. Raman, whom he credits with saving his life. "Raman stepped out of the shadows to save my life from terror and horror in Sri Lanka," Ariaratnam writes, expressing gratitude for the protection and guidance he received from Raman, whom he describes as a "silent guardian."
"Spy Tiger: The 05 File" not only chronicles Ariaratnam's personal journey but also sheds light on the broader implications of the Sri Lankan civil war, the role of child soldiers, and the intricacies of espionage that often go unseen by the public eye.
In his book, he claimed that between 1992-95, India’s Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) was involved in a covert operation within the LTTE to eliminate the LTTE supreme leader Veluppillai Prabhakaran following the assassination of Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi by a Tamil Tiger female suicide bomber. 
He also detailed how he worked with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

Ariaratnam's story begins in the classrooms of Kokkuvil Hindu College in Jaffna, where at 17, his life was abruptly redirected.



New Delhi, India In a gripping narrative that unearths the harsh realities of Sri Lanka's civil war, Kagusthan Ariaratnam, a former child soldier of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) turned intelligence operative, has released his memoir titled "Spy Tiger: The 05 File." Co-authored with Michael Bramadat-Willcock, the book offers a rare glimpse into the life of someone who was on both sides of the conflict, serving the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) before switching allegiances to work with Sri Lankan and Indian intelligence. Ariaratnam's story begins in the classrooms of Kokkuvil Hindu College in Jaffna, where at 17, his life was abruptly redirected. "One day in 1991, while I was preparing for my advanced level mathematics exam, I was among 20 students taken to an LTTE camp," he recounts. The memoir delves into the complex world of espionage, where Ariaratnam, under the codename "Spy Tiger," navigated through the moral and ethical quagmires of war. His transition from a child soldier to an intelligence agent is not just a tale of survival but also of the profound psychological and ethical challenges he faced. Also read: Sri Lanka Army dismisses claim of Tamil politician that LTTE ex-chief Velupillai Prabhakaran is still alive A key aspect of the book is Ariaratnam's acknowledgment of the Indian spymaster B. Raman, whom he credits with saving his life. "Raman stepped out of the shadows to save my life from terror and horror in Sri Lanka," Ariaratnam writes, expressing gratitude for the protection and guidance he received from Raman, whom he describes as a "silent guardian." "Spy Tiger: The 05 File" not only chronicles Ariaratnam's personal journey but also sheds light on the broader implications of the Sri Lankan civil war, the role of child soldiers, and the intricacies of espionage that often go unseen by the public eye. In his book, he claimed that between 1992-95, India’s Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) was involved in a covert operation within the LTTE to eliminate the LTTE supreme leader Veluppillai Prabhakaran following the assassination of Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi by a Tamil Tiger female suicide bomber. He also detailed how he worked with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

New Delhi, India
As Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal continued his fast-unto-death, the Supreme Court on Wednesday (Dec 18) directed the Punjab government to extend him immediate medical aid, saying that if something happens, the "entire state machinery will be blamed". 
The 70-year-old farmer leader has been on a fast-unto-death at the Khanauri border point between Punjab and Haryana since November 26.
The court further said that there would be serious repercussions if something untoward happened to him. 
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“He needs to be healthy to agitate… As an elected government and a constitutional organ, you would not like to invite the blame that something happened to him… Even farmers should be concerned about saving their life. He’s their leader! You tell us something tomorrow. Do something swiftly,” a Bench led by Justice Surya Kant told the central and state governments. 
This comes as the Punjab government pointed out that Dallewal has refused medical treatment despite his health deteriorating and has vowed to sacrifice his life for farmers' rights. 
The court stressed that Dallewal is a leader of the farmers, and no leniency can be shown in such a situation. 
"He's (Mr Dallewal) their leader. The farmers should also be concerned about his health... You tell us something tomorrow. Do something swiftly," he added. 
Watch | Delhi Farmers Protest Explained: Why Are Farmers Protesting and What Are Their Demands?
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The apex court emphasised that the court's doors are always open for farmers' demands, and they can visit and express their grievances. 
"We clarify that the court's doors are always open to any suggestion or demand by farmers directly or through their authorised representative," it said. 
Dallewal had been on a hunger strike for Minimum Support Price (MSP) and to seek justice for the injured farmers.
The doctors are warning that he may suffer a heart attack as his health is worsening. Despite the fact he knows about these risks, Dallewal is keen to continue his protest till his demands are met.
(With inputs from agencies)

The court further said that there would be serious repercussions if something untoward happened to farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal. 



New Delhi, India As Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal continued his fast-unto-death, the Supreme Court on Wednesday (Dec 18) directed the Punjab government to extend him immediate medical aid, saying that if something happens, the "entire state machinery will be blamed". The 70-year-old farmer leader has been on a fast-unto-death at the Khanauri border point between Punjab and Haryana since November 26. The court further said that there would be serious repercussions if something untoward happened to him. Also read: India farmers' protest: 'Rail roko' agitation in Punjab, travellers face inconvenience “He needs to be healthy to agitate… As an elected government and a constitutional organ, you would not like to invite the blame that something happened to him… Even farmers should be concerned about saving their life. He’s their leader! You tell us something tomorrow. Do something swiftly,” a Bench led by Justice Surya Kant told the central and state governments. This comes as the Punjab government pointed out that Dallewal has refused medical treatment despite his health deteriorating and has vowed to sacrifice his life for farmers' rights. The court stressed that Dallewal is a leader of the farmers, and no leniency can be shown in such a situation. "He's (Mr Dallewal) their leader. The farmers should also be concerned about his health... You tell us something tomorrow. Do something swiftly," he added. Watch | Delhi Farmers Protest Explained: Why Are Farmers Protesting and What Are Their Demands? × The apex court emphasised that the court's doors are always open for farmers' demands, and they can visit and express their grievances. "We clarify that the court's doors are always open to any suggestion or demand by farmers directly or through their authorised representative," it said. Dallewal had been on a hunger strike for Minimum Support Price (MSP) and to seek justice for the injured farmers. The doctors are warning that he may suffer a heart attack as his health is worsening. Despite the fact he knows about these risks, Dallewal is keen to continue his protest till his demands are met. (With inputs from agencies)

Farmers' protest: SC warns Punjab govt if something happens to farmers 'entire state machinery to be blamed'

An accident in Mumbai Harbor involving an Indian Navy craft and a civil ferry has led to the deaths of at least 13 people, including three on board the naval craft. The Navy craft, reportedly undergoing engine trials, lost control and collided with the passenger ferry, Neelkamal. Watch in for more details!



Mumbai Boat Accident: 13 Dead After Navy Craft And Ferry Collide, Over 100 People Rescued So Far

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Mumbai Boat Accident: 13 Dead,101 Rescued After Speed Boat Collides With Ferry Near Gateway Of India

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