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India Today
an hour ago
- Politics
- India Today
China says border dispute with India complicated, ready to discuss delimitation
China on Monday said that the longstanding boundary dispute with India is 'complicated' and will take time to resolve. However, it expressed readiness to hold discussions on delimiting the border and maintaining peace in the border statement came in response to remarks made by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during his meeting with Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun on June 26 in Qingdao, on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' the bilateral talks, Singh proposed that India and China work towards resolving the 'complex issues' under a structured roadmap. He called for steps to de-escalate tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and a rejuvenation of existing mechanisms to demarcate the border. When asked to comment on Rajnath Singh's remarks, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Monday said that the two countries have already established the Special Representatives (SRs) mechanism and agreed on the 'Political Parameters and Guiding Principles' for a boundary settlement.'The boundary question is complicated, and it takes time to settle it,' Mao told reporters in Beijing regarding the apparent delay in resolving the issue despite 23 rounds of SR-level Mao noted that 'the positive side is that the two countries have already established mechanisms at various levels for thorough communication.'advertisement'China stands ready to maintain communication with India on issues including delimitation negotiation and border management, jointly keep the border areas peaceful and tranquil, and promote cross-border exchange and cooperation,' Mao said reiterating China's readiness to continued 23rd round of the SR-level talks between India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi was held in December last year, marking the first such engagement since the 2020 border frictions in eastern that meeting, both sides positively affirmed the implementation of the October 2024 disengagement agreement, which enabled patrolling and grazing activities in the relevant Qingdao, Singh emphasised the need to create 'good neighbourly conditions' and called for 'action on the ground' to bridge the trust deficit stemming from the 2020 standoff. He also briefed Dong on the recent Pahalgam terror attack and India's Operation Sindoor targeting terror networks in asked whether a resolution timeline could be expected, Mao responded, 'We hope that India will work with China in the same direction, continue to stay in communication on relevant issues and jointly keep the border areas peaceful and tranquil.'The Singh-Dong meeting is seen as part of ongoing efforts by both sides to reset bilateral ties and stabilise the situation along the LAC in eastern Ladakh following the 2020 tensions.- EndsWith PTI inputs
News18
an hour ago
- Politics
- News18
'Complicated': China On Border Dispute With India, Says Ready To Discuss Delimitation
Last Updated: China said the two nations maintain multiple channels of diplomatic and military communication China on Monday said that its boundary dispute with India is 'complicated" and expressed its willingness to engage in talks on border delimitation and maintain peace along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The statement comes after a bilateral meeting between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun on June 26 in Qingdao, on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' conclave. The Singh-Dong meeting comes amid ongoing efforts by New Delhi and Beijing to restore normalcy in bilateral ties and implement disengagement commitments made last year. (With PTI Inputs) First Published: June 30, 2025, 22:55 IST
Time of India
an hour ago
- Business
- Time of India
Defence Ministry to discuss spy planes, air defence systems, sea mines in key acquisition meet
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel At a time when the Operation Sindoor is still on, the Defence Acquisition Council led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to meet this week to take up proposals worth over Rs one lakh crore for modernising the defence forces are expected to be taken up for list of proposals worth over Rs one lakh crore for buying equipment for modernisation has been listed in the meeting agenda planned around end of this week, defence sources told strengthen the air defence capabilities of the country, the Quick Reaction Surface-to-air missile system made by the Defence Research and Development Organisation ( DRDO ) would be taken up for clearance for the Indian project worth around Rs 30,000 crore, would be critical for the Indian Army's air defence capabilities as the system can be effective against targets up to 30 Indian Air Force would be putting up a proposal for buying three spy planes for keeping a track of enemy activities on the ground under the I-STAR Intelligence, Surveillance, Targetting and Reconnaissance aircraft would be critical for the Air Force's plans to take out ground targets in future, the sources three aircraft would be acquired from an original equipment manufacturer and then be modified by the DRDO lab Centre for Airborne Systems in partnership with private Indian Navy would also be fielding a proposal for DRDO-developed Pressure-based Moored Mines at the meeting, which are to be used for targeting enemy submarines and surface project for upgrading the capabilities of the 84 Su-30MKI fighter jets is also expected to come up for project has already been given the go-ahead by the DAC autonomous vessels are also scheduled to be taken up for clearance by the DAC, which would be meeting for the first time after the Operation Sindoor. The DAC is the highest body in the defence ministry for capital procurements for modernisation.
Economic Times
an hour ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Defence Ministry to discuss spy planes, air defence systems, sea mines in key acquisition meet
At a time when the Operation Sindoor is still on, the Defence Acquisition Council led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to meet this week to take up proposals worth over Rs one lakh crore for modernising the defence forces are expected to be taken up for list of proposals worth over Rs one lakh crore for buying equipment for modernisation has been listed in the meeting agenda planned around end of this week, defence sources told ANI. To strengthen the air defence capabilities of the country, the Quick Reaction Surface-to-air missile system made by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) would be taken up for clearance for the Indian project worth around Rs 30,000 crore, would be critical for the Indian Army's air defence capabilities as the system can be effective against targets up to 30 kms. The Indian Air Force would be putting up a proposal for buying three spy planes for keeping a track of enemy activities on the ground under the I-STAR programme. The Intelligence, Surveillance, Targetting and Reconnaissance aircraft would be critical for the Air Force's plans to take out ground targets in future, the sources three aircraft would be acquired from an original equipment manufacturer and then be modified by the DRDO lab Centre for Airborne Systems in partnership with private Indian Navy would also be fielding a proposal for DRDO-developed Pressure-based Moored Mines at the meeting, which are to be used for targeting enemy submarines and surface project for upgrading the capabilities of the 84 Su-30MKI fighter jets is also expected to come up for project has already been given the go-ahead by the DAC earlier. Underwater autonomous vessels are also scheduled to be taken up for clearance by the DAC, which would be meeting for the first time after the Operation Sindoor. The DAC is the highest body in the defence ministry for capital procurements for modernisation.
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Rajnath-led DAC to clear over Rs 1 lakh crore in defence upgrades amid ongoing Operation Sindoor
Defence minister Rajnath Singh (ANI) NEW DELHI: In the midst of Operation Sindoor, the defence acquisition council (DAC) headed by defence minister Rajnath Singh is set to convene this week to consider a sweeping set of military modernisation proposals worth over Rs 1 lakh crore. According to defence sources cited by ANI, the high-stakes meeting, scheduled for later this week, will include approvals for a wide range of acquisitions aimed at strengthening India's air, naval, and ground defence capabilities. This will be the first DAC meeting since India launched Operation Sindoor, its recent counter-terror and cross-border surveillance campaign. Big push for air defence Among the top proposals is the clearance of the Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM) system developed by DRDO. The Rs 30,000 crore project is intended to significantly bolster the Indian Army's air defence capability, offering interception capability against aerial threats up to 30 km away. IAF eyes ground surveillance The Indian Air Force is also pushing for the purchase of three intelligence, surveillance, targeting and reconnaissance (I-STAR) aircraft to enhance real-time battlefield awareness and precision strike capabilities. These aircraft will be sourced from global manufacturers and then customised by DRDO's Centre for Airborne Systems in collaboration with private sector partners. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Вот что поза во сне говорит о вашем характере! Удивительные Новости Undo Naval and fighter jet upgrades The Indian Navy is expected to seek approval for DRDO-developed pressure-based moored mines, designed to counter enemy submarines and surface vessels. Additionally, the DAC will review the upgrade plan for 84 Su-30MKI fighter jets, a project already greenlit in an earlier meeting. Underwater drones and more Another critical item on the agenda is the procurement of underwater autonomous vehicles, which will be vital for India's maritime surveillance and sub-surface warfare capabilities. As the apex body for capital defence procurement, the DAC's decisions this week could mark a major leap in India's ongoing effort to modernise its forces in the face of emerging threats and geopolitical tensions.
