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India-China stand-off live: Responsibility for LAC dispute lies entirely with India, says China

THE TIMES OF INDIA | Sep 06, 2020, 10:41:19 IST

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India-China stand-off live: Responsibility for LAC dispute lies entirely with India, says China

In his meeting with Chinese defence minister Gen. Wei Fenghe yesterday, Rajnath Singh has told his Chinese counterpart that China must strictly respect the Line of Actual Control(LAC) and not make attempts to unilaterally change its status quo. China meanwhile has blamed India for the LAC dispute between the two countries. Stay here for all live updates.

11:21 (IST) Sep 04

For the last 2-3 months, the situation has been tensed but we have continuously been engaging with China both at the military and diplomatic level: Naravane

These engagements are ongoing and will continue in the future also: Army Chief Gen MM Naravane on the current situation at LAC

11:20 (IST) Sep 04

We are very sure that through this medium of talks, we will resolve whatever difference we have. We will ensure that status quo is not changed and we are able to safeguard our interests: Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane on the current situation at LAC.

11:06 (IST) Sep 04

The jawans are highly motivated. Their morale is high and they're fully prepared to deal with any situation that may arise, says Army chief

I would like to reiterate that our officers and men are the finest in the world and will make not only the Army but also the nation proud: Naravane

11:06 (IST) Sep 04

The situation along LAC is slightly tensed. Keeping in view of the situation, we have taken precautionary deployment for our own safety &and security, so that our security and integrity remain safeguarded: Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane to ANI on the current situation at LAC

11:05 (IST) Sep 04

I visited different places after reaching Leh. I talked to officers, JCOs and took stock of preparedness: Army chief

The morale of jawans is high and they are ready to deal with all challenges: Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane in Leh to ANI

10:34 (IST) Sep 04

Defence minister Rajnath Singh appreciated steadfast support provided by Russia, consistent with India's defence and security needs and in this context, particularly noted the timely manner in which Russia had responded to requests for procurement of particular weapon systems: Ministry of Defence

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10:32 (IST) Sep 04

Defence minister Rajnath Singh had a one-hour meeting with Russian defence minister, Gen Sergey Shoigu, at the Russian Ministry of Defence, Moscow. The meeting covered a broad range of areas of cooperation between the two countries: Ministry of Defence

The meeting coincides with Indra Naval Exercises to be conducted by Indian & Russia navies off the Straits of Malacca over the next 2 days. Raksha Mantri noted that these exercises demonstrated common interests of both countries in maritime security in Indian Ocean Region: Defence Ministry

10:01 (IST) Sep 04

Chinese counterpart wants to meet, Rajnath non-committal

Amid anger in Beijing over Indian Army occupying strategic heights in the Ladakh region, defence minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday refrained from committing himself to a meeting sought by his Chinese counterpart General Wei Fenghe on the sidelines of the meeting of defence ministers of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in Moscow. Sources here said Singh cited his “tight schedule” to avoid spelling out whether he would be able to meet the Chinese defence minister.

07:24 (IST) Sep 04

Read: Army, IAF chiefs visit forward areas as China moves more forces near Chushul

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06:14 (IST) Sep 04

Talks only option to restore peace, Delhi tells Beijing

While holding China responsible for the deteriorating border situation, the MEA said Thursday the way forward was to hold negotiations "sincerely" and that India remained committed to resolving the issue peacefully through dialogue.

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05:37 (IST) Sep 04

India justifies ban on apps, China bats for investors’ rights

A war of words ensued on Thursday between India and China following the ban on more Chinese mobile apps with Beijing accusing India of violating legal interests of Chinese investors and also suggesting that India may be acting in tandem with the US on the issue.

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04:57 (IST) Sep 04

Must plan for two-pronged conflict, says General Bipin Rawat

The Indian armed forces are capable of suitably dealing with China’s aggressive actions along the Line of Actual Control, chief of defence staff General Bipin Rawat said on Thursday, while sternly warning Pakistan against trying to take advantage of the ongoing troop confrontation in eastern Ladakh.

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04:21 (IST) Sep 04

Chinese counterpart wants to meet, Rajnath non-committal

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03:38 (IST) Sep 04

Read: Will meet Wang in Moscow, says Jaishankar

Confirming that he would meet his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Moscow on September 10, foreign minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said the solution to the current India-China crisis “has to be found in the domain of diplomacy”.

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03:37 (IST) Sep 04

The Indian armed forces are capable of suitably dealing with China’s aggressive actions along the LAC, chief of defence staff General Bipin Rawat said on Thursday, while sternly warning Pakistan against trying to take advantage of the ongoing troop confrontation in eastern Ladakh.

03:36 (IST) Sep 04

An expected war of words ensued Thursday between India and China following a ban on more Chinese mobile apps with Beijing accusing India of violating legal interests of Chinese investors and also suggesting that India may be acting in tandem with the US on the issue.

03:35 (IST) Sep 04

I am totally convinced that a solution has to be found in domain of diplomacy: EAM Jaishankar on India-China border row

03:34 (IST) Sep 04

The PLA’s Moldo military garrison as well as a crucial road leading up to the southern bank of Pangong Tso are now clearly in the line of sight of Indian soldiers on the Chushul heights, which were largely left unoccupied since the 1962 war due to overlapping claims of the LAC in the area.

03:34 (IST) Sep 04

China has moved additional forces opposite the Chushul sector in eastern Ladakh after a large number of well-armed Indian troops occupied virtually all the dominating heights from Thakung to Reqin La over the weekend to pre-empt any misadventure by Chinese soldiers.