The Army said Friday that India and China had completed force withdrawal from the Gogra region of eastern Ladakh after a year-long "sensitive" standoff. The disengagement procedure, which included both sides removing all temporary structures and other associated infrastructure and returning the landform to its pre-stand-off state, took place over two days, on August 4 and 5, according to the Army.

India and China finally pull out troops from Gogra in Ladakh, all temporary structures dismantled

The Border Roads Organisation of India has built the world's highest road in eastern Ladakh, at a height of 19,300 feet, according to a government statement released today.

Umlingla Pass: India builds world's highest road at 19,300 feet in Ladakh

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will be wrapping up his Ladakh visit today. Watch this report to know more.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh warns China

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday termed Union government's decision to bifurcate Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh as 'historic'. He said that the decision led to a major reduction in terrorist activities.

Bifurcation of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh bolstered national security: Rajnath Singh

On the second day of his 3-day visit to Ladakh, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate strategic bridges. Rajnath Singh is also expected to take stock of the situation at the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to inaugurate strategic bridges in Ladakh

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will be on a visit to the union territory of Ladakh from Sunday. In this more than one day visit, BRO infrastructure programmes will be the key focus.

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Ladakh 

Similar to the previous years, the ITBP personnel performed Yoga on different high altitude border outposts in Ladakh ranging from 13,000 to 18,000 feet.

ITBP Personnel perform Yoga in Ladakh's icy heights

In a clear and unambiguous message to China, Army Chief Gen MM Naravane on Friday said there can be no de-escalation without complete disengagement at all friction points in eastern Ladakh, and that the Indian Army is prepared for all contingencies in the region.

We are dealing with China in firm and non-escalatory way: Indian Army chief

Backdrop For decades, the strategic planners of India have been boosting offensive capability along western borders for credible deterrence and remained contented with limited offensive capability with reactive mindset along northern and eastern borders, against the basic military strategy which says “Offense is the best form of defence” and a defender can at best respond to offensive as he doesn’t have the initiative.

Opinion: Reactive defensive strategy will not work against China

Existing Status of Standoff The 11th round of India-China corps commanders' meeting has ended with good optics and pleasantly worded PIB release, with no concrete agreement (if any) disseminated so far.

Opinion | China-India disengagement at Ladakh: An unfinished agenda

At 11th round of military talks, India and China have agreed to jointly maintain stability on the ground, and avoid any new incidents in eastern Ladakh.

India-China LAC Standoff: Both sides discuss further disengagement in Ladakh

India and China will hold the 11th round of Corps Commander talks today (Friday) at Chushul, Ladakh to discuss the disengagement process at remaining friction points on the LAC.

India, China to hold 11th round of talks for disengagement in eastern Ladakh

India, China to hold 11th round of Corps Commander talks today

(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.

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

Indian Army Chief General Manoj Naravane has made a statement after the disengagement process at the Eastern Ladakh border. He called the disengagement process a 'win-win situation'.

WION Dispatch: Indian Army Chief called the disengagement a 'win-win situation'

In continuation with the dialogue held to resolve situation in Ladakh, 10th round of military talks between India and China last for around 16 hours on Sunday. The Corps Commander-level talks at the Moldo border point on the Chinese side of the Line of Actual Control began at around 10 am on Saturday and ended at 2 am on Sunday, they said.

Ladakh disengagement: India-China talks last for 16 hours

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.

China releases propaganda video of Galwan Valley clash

China has withdrawn 150 tanks and nearly 5,000 soldiers at Pangong Tso. The first phase of disengagement could end this week. But, what is India's post-Ladakh plan? WION's Palki Sharma tells you how India is upgrading its military processes, procurements & partnerships.

Gravitas: As Chinese troops withdraw, what is India's post-Ladakh plan?

What should be India's strategy for the future - now that China is off its back for the moment? WION's Palki Sharma says India must focus on preparing for a leadership role in the post-pandemic work. Here's how

Gravitas: India's strategies for the future

After a months-long stand-off that began last April, India and China have agreed to disengage at the Pangong Tso lake in Ladakh.

China vacating military camps along Pangong Tso; Here are the first images

After a nine-month-long standoff, the satellite images from the banks of Pangong Tso show India and China are pulling back troops. The area has been one of the flashpoints for a long time.

After Ladakh, India revamps defence strategy

India's post-Ladakh strategy must focus on the post-pandemic world order. Along with its borders, India must also secure its alliances, its economy, and the future of one of the world's youngest population.

What should India's post-Ladakh strategy focus on?

Complete disengagement at the Pangong lake as agreed between India and China last week is expected to be over by end of this week. Last week, it was agreed that as part of disengagement, 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 near finger 8.

Disengagement at Pangong to be over by this week

Congress senior leader Rahul Gandhi hits out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over disengagement at Ladakh by Chinese People Liberation Army. He alleges PM Modi of compromising with India's integrity and giving away nation's territory to China. The govt of India in its reply lashes out at Rahul Gandhi and says to 'first must ask Jawaharlal Nehru (India's Former PM) about giving away land to China'.

'PM Modi gave away Indian territory to China', alleges Congress leader Rahul Gandhi

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