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Economic Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- Economic Times
October 2024 agreement been implemented as per modalities, timelines agreed: Govt on LAC issue
Synopsis India and China reached a disengagement agreement on October 21, 2024, concerning patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Depsang and Demchok sectors, the government informed the Lok Sabha on Friday. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said that earlier disengagement agreements in eastern Ladakh remain in effect, and both countries have continued discussions on de-escalation through various diplomatic and military channels. PTI Line of Actual Control (File Photo) India and China reached an agreement on patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in border areas in Depsang and Demchok on October 21 last year leading to disengagement, and terms of the agreements reached prior to that date continue to hold in relevant areas in eastern Ladakh, the government said on a written response to a query in Lok Sabha, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh also said India and China have discussed issues related to de-escalation at various levels including that of External Affairs Minister and Defence Ministry of External Affairs was asked whether the disengagement along the LAC, between India and China, has been in effect for the last nine months, while de-escalation remains pending, and whether a new roadmap has been formulated for achieving de-escalation."India and China reached an agreement on patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control in India-China border areas in Depsang and Demchok on 21 October 2024, leading to disengagement. The agreement has since been effected and implemented as per modalities and timelines agreed," he MoS added that the "terms of the disengagement agreements reached prior to 21 October 2024 continue to hold in relevant areas in eastern Ladakh". Until October 2024, India and China remained engaged to resolve issues of disengagement along the LAC through the Working Mechanism for Cooperation and Coordination (WMCC) and Senior Highest Military Commanders meeting (SHMC) mechanism, he the disengagement in 2024, besides mechanisms to address boundary-related issues such as the India-China Special Representatives' Talks and the WMCC, both sides have held various other meetings to stabilise and rebuild ties, with priority on people-centric engagements including the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, direct flight connectivity, transborder rivers and carried out activities to commemorate the 75th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations, the government said."Since last year, meetings have been held between the Prime Minister, Raksha Mantri, External Affairs Minister, National Security Advisor, Foreign Secretary and their Chinese counterparts," Singh said. Issues related to restrictive trade measures and roadblocks to economic cooperation have been raised by the External Affairs Minister and Foreign Secretary with their counterparts. Discussions on these matters have also been held at the working level, he added.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Oct 2024 agreement been implemented as per modalities, timelines agreed: Govt on LAC issue
New Delhi, India and China reached an agreement on patrolling along the Line of Actual Control in border areas in Depsang and Demchok on October 21 last year leading to disengagement, and terms of the agreements reached prior to that date continue to hold in relevant areas in eastern Ladakh, the government said on Friday. Oct 2024 agreement been implemented as per modalities, timelines agreed: Govt on LAC issue In a written response to a query in Lok Sabha, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh also said India and China have discussed issues related to de-escalation at various levels including that of External Affairs Minister and Defence Minister. The Ministry of External Affairs was asked whether the disengagement along the LAC, between India and China, has been in effect for the last nine months, while de-escalation remains pending, and whether a new roadmap has been formulated for achieving de-escalation. "India and China reached an agreement on patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control in India-China border areas in Depsang and Demchok on 21 October 2024, leading to disengagement. The agreement has since been effected and implemented as per modalities and timelines agreed," he said. The MoS added that the "terms of the disengagement agreements reached prior to 21 October 2024 continue to hold in relevant areas in eastern Ladakh". Until October 2024, India and China remained engaged to resolve issues of disengagement along the LAC through the Working Mechanism for Cooperation and Coordination and Senior Highest Military Commanders meeting mechanism, he said. Since the disengagement in 2024, besides mechanisms to address boundary-related issues such as the India-China Special Representatives' Talks and the WMCC, both sides have held various other meetings to stabilise and rebuild ties, with priority on people-centric engagements including the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, direct flight connectivity, transborder rivers and carried out activities to commemorate the 75th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations, the government said. "Since last year, meetings have been held between the Prime Minister, Raksha Mantri, External Affairs Minister, National Security Advisor, Foreign Secretary and their Chinese counterparts," Singh said. Issues related to restrictive trade measures and roadblocks to economic cooperation have been raised by the External Affairs Minister and Foreign Secretary with their counterparts. Discussions on these matters have also been held at the working level, he added. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
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Business Standard
05-08-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Defence Ministry clears ₹67,000 crore military upgrade for armed forces
The Defence Ministry has cleared proposals worth ₹67,000 crore to boost the operational capabilities of the Army, Navy, and Air Force, including drones, radars, missile systems, and maintenance deals New Delhi The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on August 5 cleared multiple defence proposals worth around ₹67,000 crore, aimed at significantly enhancing the operational capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces. In an official statement, the Ministry of Defence said, 'The Defence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh on August 5, approved various proposals amounting to a total cost of about Rs 67,000 crore.' 'This would enhance night driving capability of BMP and provide higher mobility and operational advantage to the Mechanised Infantry,' the statement said. Autonomous craft and upgraded missile defence The Indian Navy is set to acquire Compact Autonomous Surface Craft, BrahMos Fire Control System & Launchers, and an upgraded BARAK-1 Point Defence Missile System. According to the ministry, 'The procurement of Compact Autonomous Surface Craft will provide the capability to the Indian Navy for detection, classification and neutralisation of threats in anti-submarine warfare missions.' Radars for mountainous borders Meanwhile, the Indian Air Force (IAF) will receive Mountain Radars and an upgraded SAKSHAM/SPYDER Weapon System. 'The procurement of mountain radars will enhance the air surveillance capability along and across the borders in the mountainous region,' the ministry stated. 'The upgradation of SAKSHAM/SPYDER System for integration with Integrated Air Command and Control System will enhance the Air Defence capability,' it added. MALE drones for surveillance A major approval was granted for the procurement of Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) for use across all three services. 'The proposed MALE RPAs can carry multiple payloads & weapons and operate at longer ranges for long endurance missions. They will significantly enhance round-the-clock surveillance and combat capability of the Armed Forces,' the ministry noted. Support, maintenance approvals The DAC also cleared critical sustenance and maintenance proposals, including for India's strategic airlift and missile defence assets. 'AoN was also accorded for sustenance of C-17 and C-130J fleets and comprehensive annual maintenance contract of S-400 Long Range Air Defence Missile System,' the ministry said.
Deccan Herald
29-07-2025
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
PM Modi lauds speeches of Rajnath, Jaishankar in Lok Sabha on success of Operation Sindoor
An excellent speech by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh Ji, giving an insightful perspective on the success of India's security apparatus and the courage of our armed forces in Operation Sindoor. @rajnathsingh — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 28, 2025 The speech by EAM Dr. Jaishankar Ji was outstanding. He highlighted how the world has clearly heard India's perspective on fighting the menace of terrorism through Operation Sindoor. @DrSJaishankar — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 28, 2025
New Indian Express
28-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
PM Modi lauds speeches of Rajnath, Jaishankar in Lok Sabha on success of Operation Sindoor
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday praised the speeches of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in the Lok Sabha for articulating the success of Operation Sindoor and India's global outreach respectively. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "An excellent speech by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh Ji, giving an insightful perspective on the success of India's security apparatus and the courage of our armed forces in Operation Sindoor." Praising Jaishankar's speech, he said, "The speech by EAM Dr. Jaishankar Ji was outstanding. He highlighted how the world has clearly heard India's perspective on fighting the menace of terrorism through Operation Sindoor."
