Prime Minister Modi US Visit

Full text: Vision Statement for the US-India Strategic Partnership          

"Chalein Saath Saath: Forward Together We Go" – Defence and security cooperation tops agenda

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/full-text-vision-statement-for-the-us-india-strategic-partnership-3564.html

Ashraf Ghani Inaugurated As New Afghan President

Ashraf Ghani has been inaugurated as Afghanistan's new president and has sworn in Abdullah Abdullah as chief executive.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/ghani-inaugurated-as-new-afghan-president-3566.html

National Unity Government in Afghanistan

Detailed Contours of national Unity Government in Afghanistan

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/national-unity-government-in-afghanistan-3563.html

Indian Air Force

IAF Flypast on 08 October - IAF Day

All fighter aircraft in the inventory will participate in the flypast

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/iaf-flypast-on-08-october---iaf-day-3561.html

India US Defence Cooperation

India US Combined Military Training Ex Yudh Abhyas

India-US Combined Military Training Exercise YUDH ABHYAS 2014, commenced on 17 Sep 14 at Ranikhet and Chaubattia.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/india-us-combined-military-training-ex-yudh-abhyas-3560.html

North East

Good will ceremony held at Indo-Myanmar border

Soil compactor presentation ceremony was held at the Land Custom office at Moreh.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/good-will-ceremony-held-at-indo-myanmar-border-3558.html

India-ASEAN meet on connectivity begins in Shillong   

A high level two-day roundtable on "Challenges and Opportunities for Northeast India" began in Shillong's Picturesque Pine Wood Hotel.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/india-asean-meet-on-connectivity-begins-in-shillong-3559.html

Transgressions on LAC

China and India: Rational Irrationality & Parallel Pathways         

Rahul Bhonsle argues that rational irrationality has reduced costs of irrational behavior leading to more transgressions on the India China Border

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/china-and-india-rational-irrationality-parallel-pathways-3557.html

PM Visit to US

Indian PM in New York

Holds important meets with regional leaders and UN Secretary general

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/pm-in-new-york-3552.html

Prime Minister Statement at the General Assembly      

Calls for global and regional stability and says India willing to contribute to the same

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/prime-minister-statement-at-the-general-assembly-3553.html

Sri Lanka - India

Sri Lankan President, Indian PM hold bilateral discussions

Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa and India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Saturday in New York.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lankan-president-indian-pm-hold-bilateral-discussions-3554.html

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka President slated to announce the snap presidential polls after November 19

Political sources in Sri Lanka predict that President Mahinda Rajapaksa the wily politician would announce a snap election for a third term.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-president-slated-to-announce-the-snap-presidential-polls-after-november-19-3555.html

North East

Threat to Manipur State’s territorial integrity coming from different directions, says UCM president   

With Naga talks opening in Delhi, Manipur is seeing increasing concerns over a possible hiving of hill areas.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/threat-to-states-territorial-integrity-coming-from-different-directions-says-ucm-president-3556.html

PLA Primary Source News

China army reiterates retrieving of official houses, vehicles      

Group exposes irregular use of housing, vehicles by senior officers as PLA takes strong action against corruption including senior officers.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/china-army-reiterates-retrieving-of-official-houses-vehicles-3546.html

Modi US Visit

Text of PM's Op-Ed in Wall Street Journal          

The United States is our natural global partner. India and the U.S. embody the enduring and universal relevance of their shared values.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/text-of-pms-op-ed-in-wall-street-journal-3550.html

Terrorism - Militancy

Militants In Afghanistan, Pakistan Claiming Allegiance To IS

Brand name of ISIS being adopted by splintered groups in Afghanistan and Pakistan to gain prominence.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/militants-in-afghanistan-pakistan-claiming-allegiance-to-is-3551.html

China Says 50 Dead in Xinjiang Violence

Paramilitary policemen with shields and batons patrol near the People's Square in Urumqi, China's northwestern region of Xinjiang.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/china-says-50-dead-in-xinjiang-violence-3547.html

India Sri Lanka Relations

BJP urges Sri Lanka government to address Tamil fishermen issue immediately              

BJP today urged Sri Lankan government to address Tamil fishermen issue and other outstanding contentious issues immediately.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/bjp-urges-sri-lanka-government-to-address-tamil-fishermen-issue-immediately-3549.html

PLA Primary  Source News

PLA vows to root out abuse of power

Group exposes irregular use of housing, vehicles by senior officers.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-vows-to-root-out-abuse-of-power-3548.html

PLA chiefs of staff meeting concludes  

The meeting of chiefs of staff of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) concluded in Beijing. President Xi Jinping reportedly told this meeting to be ready for a regional war.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-chiefs-of-staff-meeting-concludes-3544.html

Joint Action Exercise Held by PLA in South China Sea    

The actual-troop military exercise codenamed the “Joint Action-2014A” jointly held.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/joint-action-exercise-held-by-pla-in-south-china-sea-3545.html

Industry Indigenisation

PM's Make in India Project - A Bird's Eye View

Push for Indian industry prior to visit to the United States, What Mr Modi told the industrialists in Vigyan Bhawan

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/pms-make-in-india-project---a-birds-eye-view-3543.html

PLA Navy

PLA Navy Nuclear Submarine in Sri Lanka            

A Chinese Navy submarine's visit to Sri Lanka's Colombo Port prior to the Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to the island nation   is seen as China projecting its military power into Indian Ocean.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/drdo-to-recruit-899-in-its-technical-and-administrative-cadres-3542.html

Indian DRDO

Golden Jubilee Celebration of Naval Design & Construction     

An international seminar “Future trends and Opportunities in Warship Design and Construction” was held at DRDO Bhawan on the occasion

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/golden-jubilee-celebration-of-naval-design-construction-3541.html

DRDO to Recruit 899 in its Technical and Administrative Cadres               

Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) an independent recruitment body under(DRDO) invited applications candidates for recruitment to 899 position.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/drdo-to-recruit-899-in-its-technical-and-administrative-cadres-3542.html

Naga Talks

UCM reiterates stand on territorial boundary ahead of GOI-NSCN (IM) talk

With the GOI commencing talks with NSCN IM, Manipur groups are likely to raise the flag of territorial unity and rejection of  Greater Nagaland

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/ucm-reiterates-stand-on-territorial-boundary-ahead-of-goi-nscn-im-talk-3537.html

India Vietnam Cooperation

Consolidating India Vietnam Energy Cooperation           

PetroVietnam offered new blocks to OVL for oil and gas exploration and production.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/consolidating-india-vietnam-energy-cooperation-3485.html

Sri Lanka Tamil Ethnic Issues

Sri Lanka committed to full implementation of 13th Amendment, India says     

Sri Lanka has assured India that it is committed to the full implementation of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-committed-to-full-implementation-of-13th-amendment-india-says-3487.html

Afghan Army First Officer Batch Graduation

First batch of officers to be trained in the Afghan National Army Academy have graduated

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/afghan-army-first-officer-batch-graduation-3539.html

Myanmar

Making history on the long road to peace in Myanmar 

An historic tripartite meeting among representatives of the Government of Myanmar, political parties and ethnic armed groups augurs well for peace in Myanmar

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/making-history-on-the-long-road-to-peace-3517.html

Sri Lanka

Major Tamil party affirms self-rule within a unitary state in Sri Lanka

The Illankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi main constituent of Sri Lanka's Tamil political party (TNA) in an affidavit to Supreme Court affirms unitary state.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/major-tamil-party-affirms-self-rule-within-a-unitary-state-in-sri-lanka-3525.html

500 northern youth recruited to Sri Lanka Army complete training

Sri Lankan army recruiting from the Northern Tamil community

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/500-northern-youth-recruited-to-sri-lanka-army-complete-training-3534.html

North East

Ibobi confident of early solution to the ILPS issue

A concrete solution to the long standing demand for implementation of Inner Line Permit System in the State will be achieved soon.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/ibobi-confident-of-early-solution-to-the-ilps-issue-3493.html

Two Meghalaya insurgent groups sign peace pact           

Two Garo groups ANVC factions sigh peace pact with government

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/two-meghalaya-insurgent-groups-sign-peace-pact-3538.html

PLA – Primary Source News

China, Sri Lanka pledge to boost military cooperation   

China today said it is ready to boost "pragmatic cooperation" in various fields with the Sri Lankan military.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/china-sri-lanka-pledge-to-boost-military-cooperation-3533.html

Indian Space Achievement

Indian President, PM Congratulate ISRO On MOM Success

Surprisingly even the Chinese have accepted Indian success calling it a victory of mankind at large

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/iw-cyber-security/indian-president-pm-congratulate-isro-3536.html

Indian China Boundary Depiction

Clarification on India China Boundary Depiction              

A map was shown at time of press release intending to show geographical location of the Chinese city Guangzhou along with some factual detail no map in the signed MoUs.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/clarification-on-india-china-boundary-depiction-3532.html

Naxalism

Modi prepared to crush Maoists             

Chandan Das says prime minister is backing up his campaign rhetoric that the Maoists need to be stopped for India to move forward.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/naxalism/modi-prepared-to-crush-maoists-3535.html

Afghanistan

Former Afghan Ambassador Says Election Flaws Must Be Fixed

Omar Samad said President-elect Ashraf Ghani and Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah pledged to fix the country’s "flawed" election system.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/former-afghan-ambassador-says-election-flaws-must-be-fixed-3526.html

Sri Lanka – Indian Ocean

The strategic hub of Indian Ocean maritime security     

Lucien Rajakarunanayake outlines importance of Sri Lanka with visits of leaders o ftwo leading nations of the Far East, China and Japan, to Sri Lanka in the past two weeks with China being among emerging word economic powers.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/the-strategic-hub-of-indian-ocean-maritime-security-3518.html

PLA – Primary Source News

PLA chiefs of staff discuss improving efficiency

Chiefs of staff of the People's Liberation Army met to improve the efficiency of military command under new circumstances.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-chiefs-of-staff-discuss-improving-efficiency-3531.html

PLA deploys annual military training rating work

PLA has completed the annual training assessment for the year

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-deploys-annual-military-training-rating-work-3470.html

Afghanistan – National Unity Government

News Analysis: Afghan Deal Leaves Room For National Disunity

Frud Bezhan cautions that the Deal may leave the country open to political dissension

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/news-analysis-afghan-deal-leaves-room-for-national-disunity-3527.html

Indian Air Force

IAF Celebrates Commemoration of 50 Years as Part of 1965 Indo-Pak War

This ceremony was part of the yearlong celebration marking the 50 years of 1965 India-Pakistan war which would culminate on 22 September 2015.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/iaf-celbrates-commemoration-of-50-years-as-part-of-1965-indo-pak-war-3523.html

Border Security Force

Security is first & foremost requirement for development: Union Home Minister

Border Security Force has always played a vital role in safeguarding borders and its performance has been outstanding and excellent.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/security-is-first-foremost-requirement-for-development-union-home-minister-3524.html

Counter Terrorism

Myanmar Police Force seeks intelligence on al-Qaeda from Interpol    

Hein Ko Soe says Myanmar Police Force sought information from Interpol about al-Qaeda following its recent threat to launch attacks in South Asia, Myanmar

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmar-police-force-seeks-intelligence-on-al-qaeda-from-interpol-3502.html

Bangla terror Leader arrested after JMB contacted ISIS

Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) leader Abdullah Al Tasnim and six others and said  group established links (ISIS)

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/bangla-terror-leader-arrested-after-jmb-contacted-isis-3528.html

PLA – Primary Source News

Xi stresses military headquarters' loyalty to Party

President Xi Jinping stressed the loyalty of headquarters of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) at a meeting with PLA chiefs of staff

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/xi-stresses-military-headquarters-loyalty-to-party-3529.html

China first takeoff-and-landing test flight of fighter planes on plateau 

PLA AF Tests on the plateau in Qinghai province

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/china-first-takeoff-and-landing-test-flight-of-fighter-planes-on-plateau-3530.html

Afghanistan

Indian PM welcomes agreement between Afghan leaders

In delicate balancing Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, welcomed the agreement between Afghan leaders Ashraf Ghani and Abdullah Abdullah with no comments on election outcome

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/indian-pm-welcomes-agreement-between-afghan-leaders-3519.html

Ashraf Ghani Named President-elect in Afghanistan

Ayaz Gul outlines Afghanistan's election commission declared former finance minister and ex-World Bank economist Ashraf Ghani president-elect on Sunday.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/ashraf-ghani-named-president-elect-in-afghanistan-3521.html

Counter Terrorism

Al-Qaeda's South Asian plan is 'delusional': Modi          

Modi's first reaction to al-Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri's announcement

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/al-qaedas-south-asian-plan-is-delusional-modi-3522.html

Another haul of arms, explosives in Satchhari in Bangladesh on Tripura Border

Rapid Action Battalion members recovered cache of firearms and explosives at the Satchhari National Park in Habiganj's Chunarughat upazila.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/another-haul-of-arms-explosives-in-satchhari-3503.html

North East

AR engages combined UG team in fierce gunfight at Tousem    

A fierce gun-battle between a combined team of two hills-based UG groups and the 27 Assam Rifles.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/ar-engages-combined-ug-team-in-fierce-gunfight-at-tousem-3520.html

NSCN (IM) team in Delhi on Centre’s invite       

A 10-member team of the NSCN-IM has left Dimapur  for New Delhi on the invitation of the Government of India.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/nscn-im-team-in-delhi-on-centres-invite-3516.html

China India Defence Expenditure

Don’t Miss the Increasing Gap – In One Slide

http://www.slideshare.net/RahulBhonsle/china-india-defence-expenditure-trends-the-gap-39317403

Terrorism

Indian Home Minister Underlines Terrorism at the SAARC Meet

A major issue that concerns us all is terrorism which is driven by internal regional and international factors  within and across national boundaries said Mr Rajnath Singh

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/indian-home-minister-underlines-terrorism-at-the-saarc-meet-3515.html

As Caliphates Compete, Radical Islam Will Eventually Weaken

Stratfor analysis reveals that rise of the Islamic State will inspire other jihadist groups and the competition among them will undermine the jihadist movement.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/as-caliphates-compete-radical-islam-will-eventually-weaken-3461.html

India Bangladesh Relations

Third Meeting of the India-Bangladesh Joint Consultative Commission

The Third India-Bangladesh (JCC) Meeting co-chaired by the External Affairs Minister of India and Foreign Minister of Bangladesh scheduled  in New Delhi.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/third-meeting-of-the-india-bangladesh-joint-consultativecommission-3482.html

Foreign Minister of Bangladesh calls on President and Prime Minister 

Bangladesh is moving forward on all fronts and the Sheikh Hasina Government stands poised to lead the country into the modern age said the Foreign Minister

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/foreign-minister-of-bangladesh-calls-on-president-and-prime-minister-3514.html

Bhutan India Relations

Bhutan-India Development Cooperation            

The third round of  Bhutan-India Development Cooperation Talks or the Plan Talks for the 11th Five Year Plan of Bhutan was held in Thimphu.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/bhutan-india-development-cooperation-3458.html

Myanmar

Thai PM sends signals by visiting Myanmar first, says Bangkok daily      

Geoffrey Goddard says Thailand's junta leader and Prime Minister General Prayuth Chan-ocha to visit Myanmar on his first official overseas trip.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/thai-pm-sends-signals-by-visiting-myanmar-first-says-bangkok-daily-3499.html

North East - Manipur

Former TKS vice president found bludgeoned to death

In a gruesome incident former vice-president of Tangkhul Katamnao Saklong (TKS) was found bludgeoned to death by militant suspects in increasing incidents of violence in Manipur

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/former-tks-vice-president-found-bludgeoned-to-death-3513.html

Joint Statement India and China During President Xi Jinping Visit

Peace and tranquility on the India-China border areas was recognized as an important guarantor for the development and continued growth of bilateral relations.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/joint-statement-india-and-china-president-visit-3512.html

India- China Tango for Asian Century and World Peace with Brics & SCO on board!        

Ambassador K. Gajendra Singh  says Hurdles and differences highlighted by Ignoranti and Speculative expectations dilute positive Outcome.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/india--china-tango-for-asian-century-and-world-peace-with-brics-sco-on-board-3508.html

Standing While Running: India China Relations

Rahul Bhonsle underlines reasons for stasis in Indian China relations on issues critical to both sides          

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/standing-while-running-india-china-relations-3507.html

Defence Cooperation

IAF Dakota Finds New Abode at Bangladesh      

On formal request from  Bangladesh Air Force and reviewing historic ties, the IAF handed over one Dakota aircraft from IAF museum.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/iaf-dakota-finds-new-abode-at-bangladesh-3509.html

Sri Lanka to hold inaugural Defense Chiefs' Dialogue in November

Sri Lanka will initiate and host inaugural South and Southeast Asian Nations Defence Chiefs' Dialogue- 2014 in November in Colombo.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-to-hold-inaugural-defense-chiefs-dialogue-in-november-3465.html

Pakistan Army

‘Physical fitness Standards of Pakistan Soldiers               

Physical Agility and Combat Efficiency System (PACES), championship results denotes the individual fitness levels of to Pakistani soldiers

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/%E2%80%98physical-fitness-standards-of-pakistan-soldiers-3510.html

North East

Two women including former TSL president killed in devastating Ukhrul blast 

Blast at Ukhrul town’s busiest marketplace Viewland Bazaar presumably due to rejection of demands by militants

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/two-including-former-tsl-president-killed-in-devastating-ukhrul-blast-3511.html

Xi Jinping Visit

Remarks by PM Modi at Press Briefing With President Xi

PM Modi says climate of mutual trust and confidence; respect for each other`s sensitivities and concerns; and, peace and stability in our relations and along our borders are essential for us to realize the enormous potential in our relations.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/remarks-by-pm-modi-at-press-briefing-with-president-xi-3506.html

PM and Chinese President Xi Jinping witness signing of 3 MoUs in Ahmedabad              

The President of the People`s Republic of China, Mr. Xi Jinping and the First Lady Ms. Peng Liyuan arrived in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/pm-and-chinese-president-xi-jinping-witness-signing-of-3-mous-in-ahmedabad-3500.html

India Vietnam Relations

Statement to the Media by President Pranab Mukherjee on return from Vietnam         

Political relations between India and Vietnam have always been strong and ‘cloudless’ says Indian President

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/statement-to-the-media-by-president-on-return-from-vietnam-3501.html

Regional and International Defence Cooperation

Opening Ceremony : Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2014             

The combined Indo-US Military Training, Exercise YUDH ABHYAS 2014 commenced at Chaubattia, Uttarakhand with an opening ceremony on 17 Sep 14.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/opening-ceremony-exercise-yudh-abhyas-2014-3498.html

Asia-Pacific commanders seek to combat terrorism, trafficking in Dhaka

Senior military officials from 25 countries in the Asia-Pacific region began a four-day summit

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/bangladesh-court-commutes-sayedees-death-sentence-sparking-violence-3504.html

Bangladesh

Bangladesh court commutes Sayedee's death sentence, sparking violence

The Supreme Court commuted  death sentence of Delwar Hossain Sayedee triggering clashes between police and secular protesters.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/bangladesh-court-commutes-sayedees-death-sentence-sparking-violence-3504.html

North East

A delegation of Unified Naga Council calls on the Union Home Minister

Home Minister informed the delegation that the Government of India is fully committed to solve their problem in a time-bound manner, but there is no scope for any violence.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/a-delegation-of-unified-naga-council-calls-on-the-union-home-minister-3497.html

Xi Jinping Visit to India and South  Asia

Transcript of Prime Minister’s Interaction with Chinese media organizations    

Narendra Modi “I think that the special and unique nature of India-China relations rests in the fact that India and China are bound by history and connected by culture. India and China both have rich traditions”. 

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/transcript-of-prime-ministers-interaction-with-chinese-media-organizations-3492.html

Sri Lanka, China sign 27 agreements to deepen Strategic Cooperative Partnership

During visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping Sri Lanka and China signed 27 agreements to further cooperation.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/sri-lanka-china-sign-27-agreements-to-deepen-strategic-cooperative-partnership-3496.html

J & K Rescue and Relief

Jammu Srinagar Highway Cleared By Military Engineers And Border Roads

Army Engineers Restore Connectivity Between Rajouri And Budhal

In continuation of the mammoth task of restoring the connectivity across the length and breadth of J&K after the recent floods in state.

 http://www.security-risks.com/news/jammu-srinagar-highway-cleared-by-military-engineers-and-border-roads-528.html

http://www.security-risks.com/news/army-engineers-restore-connectivity-between-rajouri-and-budhal-529.html

Air Chief Visits Flood Affected J&K        

The Chairman, (COSC) and Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha visited the flood affected areas of  Jammu and Kashmir.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/air-chief-visits-flood-affected-jk-3495.html

Scottish Independence

The Origins and Implications of the Scottish Referendum           

George Friedman says the idea of Scottish independence has moved from the implausible to the very possible.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/the-origins-and-implications-of-the-scottish-referendum-3491.html

Intelligence Cooperation

India has non-diplomatic direct channels with Sri Lanka to tackle spying issue  

India said it has non-diplomatic direct channels available with Sri Lanka to deal with reported cases of Sri Lankans spying for Pakistan on India.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/india-has-non-diplomatic-direct-channels-with-sri-lanka-to-tackle-spying-issue-3488.html

Indian Army's Battle for Hearts and Minds in Srinagar  

Rahul Bhonsle underlines the necessity for conveying the outstanding humanitarian work done by the Armed Forces in the right context and medium to neutralize separatist propaganda and disruptions

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/indian-armys-battle-for-hearts-and-minds-in-srinagar-3489.html

Number of People Rescued Crosses 2,34,000 in J&K      

As the flood water has started receding the apprehension for water-borne diseases is rising.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/number-of-people-rescued-crosses-234000-in-jk-3486.html

Afghans Laud, Rights Groups Concerned By 'Take No Prisoners' Orders

"Take no prisoners." Those are the strict orders being handed down by a number of powerful army and police chiefs across Afghanistan.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/afghans-laud-rights-groups-concerned-by-take-no-prisoners-orders-3475.html

UN Threatens To Cut Afghan Aid If Staff Harassed

The United Nations has threatened to cut assistance to Afghanistan if its staff are harassed.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/un-threatens-to-cut-afghan-aid-if-staff-harassed-3476.html

Central forces to absorb surrendered NE militants         

In order to lure militants in northeast to surrender and join mainstream (CCS) is likely to approve a proposal of the Union Home Ministry.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/central-forces-to-absorb-surrendered-ne-militants-3477.html

Pakistan Rejects Afghan Criticism of 480-kilometer Border Trench

Pakistan has rejected Afghan criticism of a 480-kilometer trench its military is digging along their mostly porous border.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/pakistan-rejects-afghan-criticism-of-480-kilometer-border-trench-3481.html

India Signs $ 100 million LOC for Defence Procurement with Vietnam   

MoU on $ 100 million Line of Credit for Defence Procurement Ms. Geeta Poojary, General Manager, Exim Bank of India Mr. Truong Chi Trung.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/india-signs-100-million-loc-for-defence-procurement-with-vietnam-3484.html

Over 1,84,000 People Rescued So Far by Armed Forces 

More Heavy Duty Suction Pumps Being Airlifted to the Valley

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/over-184000-people-rescued-so-far-by-armed-forces-3478.html

Interview of President of India by Vietnamese News Agency   

Interview of Hon’ble President of India by Vietnamese News Agency Prior to his State Visit to Vietnam from September 14 to 17, 2014.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/interview-of-honble-president-of-india-by-vietnamese-news-agency-3472.html

China's new Silk Road initiative benefits Sri Lanka - President  

Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa is of the view that Chinese President Xi Jinping's initiative of 21st Century Maritime Silk Road would benefit Sri Lanka.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/chinas-new-silk-road-initiative-benefits-sri-lanka---president-3471.html

Xi Jinping calls Maldives to Join Maritime Silk Road       

Zaheena Rasheed says President Xi Jingping called on Maldives “to get actively involved” in the creation of a 21st century maritime silk road.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/xi-jinping-calls-maldives-to-join-maritime-silk-road-3479.html

Majority of Maldivian jihadists ex-military, claims former President Nasheed 

“Radical Islam is getting very, very strong in the Maldives. Their strength in the military and in the police is very significant,” says Nasheed.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/majority-of-maldivian-jihadists-ex-military-claims-former-president-nasheed-3480.html

Flood-Hit Pakistanis Try to Divert Rivers              

Ayaz Gul says Army engineers in Pakistan have been breaching dikes in a bid to divert swollen rivers from flooded cities and towns across populous Punjab province.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/flood-hit-pakistanis-try-to-divert-rivers-3473.html

Delhi Exhibition Fosters India-Pakistan Trade Ties          

Anjana Pasricha says Indian and Pakistani business owners this week descended on an exhibition in New Delhi aimed at improving trade linkages between the countries.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/delhi-exhibition-fosters-india-pakistan-trade-ties-3474.html

Armed Forces Mobile Oxygen Generation Plant and Medicines Being Transported to Valley

Over 1,27,000 People Rescued so far by Armed Forces Mobile Oxygen Generation Plant and Medicines Being Transported to the Valley,

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/armed-forces-mobile-oxygen-generation-plant-and-medicines-being-transported-to-valley-3463.html

Initiatives and Achievements of Indian Ministry of Home Affairs in the first 100 days

On beefing up Internal Security, the Union Home Minister said an Integrated Action Plan has been drawn up.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/initiatives-and-achievements-of-ministry-of-home-affairs-in-the-first-100-days-3464.html

Defeating ISIS Requires Partnering        

Riad Kahwaji says threat posed by the (ISIS) calls itself now Islamic State eclipsed  its mother group Al Qaeda and prompted Western powers to come together.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/defeating-isis-requires-partnering-3460.html

Malala's Father: Arrests Show 'Hope' for Pakistan

The father of teenage activist Malala Yousafzai called arrest of his daughter's alleged attackers "the beginning of real hope" for Pakistan.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/malalas-father-arrests-show-hope-for-pakistan-3466.html

Social Media Aids Rescue Efforts in Flood-Hit Kashmir

Social media worked when all else failed

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/social-media-aids-rescue-efforts-in-flood-hit-kashmir-3467.html

PLA Open Source News

Foreign military attaches invited to Tibet

China's Ministry of National Defense has invited foreign military attache couples for a tour of Tibet from Friday, according to a ministry statement.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/foreign-military-attaches-invited-to-tibet-3468.html

Chinese military to strengthen cultivation of fighting spirit

Chairman Xi Jinping, General Political Department of Chinese People’s Liberation Army issued Opinions on Strengthening Cultivation of Fighting Spirit.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/chinese-military-to-strengthen-cultivation-of-fighting-spirit-3469.html

Over 1,10,000 People Rescued So Far by Armed Forces  in Kashmir Valley

Armed Forces Continue Stellar disaster management effort

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/over-110000-people-rescued-so-far-by-armed-forces-3459.html

UNC lifts ban after Centre’s written assurance to resolve Naga issue

The Manipur road is now open for traffic after the Centre and UNC have inked a pact

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/unc-lifts-ban-after-centres-written-assurance-to-resolve-naga-issue-3457.html

India to erect cell towers in Maoist-hit areas    

Akhtar Ali says government will spend Rs. 3,216 crore ($533m) to install hundreds of communications towers in remote corners of states where insurgents operate.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/naxalism/india-to-erect-cell-towers-in-maoist-hit-areas-3462.html

Myanmar Government negotiators propose dates for next ceasefire talks         

Phanida says Government negotiators have proposed three-day meeting with representatives of armed ethnic groups later this month to discuss finalising a national ceasefire agreement.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/government-negotiators-propose-dates-for-next-ceasefire-talks-3450.html

India looking to conclude Teesta, land deal with Bangladesh    

Indian External Affairs Minister said India was keen to resolve the Teesta water-sharing and land boundary agreements with Bangladesh.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/india-looking-to-conclude-teesta-land-deal-with-bangladesh-3451.html

The kidnapping racket on India Bhutan Border 

Recent incidence of people from across the border kidnapping hapless Bhutanese citizens.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/the-kidnapping-racket-on-india-bhutan-border-3448.html

PLA Open Source News

2014 nationwide conscription for PLA to conclude

With the 2014 nationwide conscription coming to an end, hundreds of thousands of young people of the right age are about to set foot in the military barracks.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/2014-nationwide-conscription-for-pla-to-conclude-3456.html

Obama Vows to 'Destroy' Islamic State Militants            

Luis Ramirez outlines some of the key facets of Obama’s address to the nation on his plans for military action against Islamic State militants

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/obama-vows-to-destroy-islamic-state-militants-3452.html

Afghan Candidate Says Unity Deal Can't Accommodate Two Leaders

One of Afghanistan’s two rival presidential candidates said talks on a national unity government will continue but country cannot accommodate two leaders.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/afghan-candidate-says-unity-deal-cant-accommodate-two-leaders-3453.html

Indian Air Chief Visit to the United Kingdom

Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha, Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee  and Chief of the Air Staff  on a four day goodwill visit to UK.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/air-chief-visit-to-the-united-kingdom-3443.html

Sri Lanka Air Force deploys Aviation Unit to Central African Republic under UN mission              

Sri Lanka Air Force will deploy an aviation unit overseas under  United Nations mandate to assist UN operations in Central African Republic.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-air-force-deploys-aviation-unit-to-central-african-republic-under-un-mission-3446.html

Myanmar Army - Tatmadaw reshuffles senior officers  

Lieutenant-General Mya Tun Oo was appointed chief of military security in a reshuffle of senior Tatmadaw officers on September 8.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/tatmadaw-reshuffles-senior-officers-3447.html

PLA Open Source News

Stride-2014 Sanjie exercise kicks off

The "Stride-2014.Sanjie" trans-Military Area Command (MAC) base confrontation exercise came to the battle implementation phase.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/stride-2014-sanjie-exercise-kicks-off-3454.html

‘Peace Mission’ exercises have profound significance  

All foreign troops participating in the "Peace Mission-2014" Shanghai Cooperation Organisation joint anti-terrorism exercise safely left China on September 4, 2014.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/%E2%80%98peace-mission-exercises-have-profound-significance-3455.html

Indian Army Update on Mission Sahayata

Army is moving from Rescue to Relief Phase in the Valley

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/army-update-on-mission-sahayata-3449.html

The Virtue of Subtlety: A U.S. Strategy Against the Islamic State              

George Friedman says It is important for a president to know when he has no strategy. It is not necessarily wise to announce it, as friends will be frightened and enemies delighted.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/the-virtue-of-subtlety-a-u.s.-strategy-against-the-islamic-state-3442.html

Chinese servicemen join Sri Lanka's military exercise

A team of Chinese servicemen is taking part in Sri Lanka's armed forces' 21-day joint field exercise that commenced on September 02

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/chinese-servicemen-join-sri-lankas-military-exercise-3445.html

Manipur gets ‘Int’l War Tourism Destination’ tag            

The International Guild of Battlefield Guide has recently recognised Manipur as an International War Tourism Destination.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/manipur-gets-%E2%80%98intl-war-tourism-destination-tag-3437.html

One police personnel killed, two others injured in NSCN ambush

Militants suspected to be NSCN (IM) cadres laid ambush at two different locations along the Imphal-Ukhrul road.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/one-police-personnel-killed-two-others-injured-in-nscn-ambush-3444.html

Sri Lanka assures cooperation with UN rights body despite rejecting resolution              

Sri Lanka reiterated its firm commitment to continue domestic processes of accountability and reconciliation.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-assures-cooperation-with-un-rights-body-despite-rejecting-resolution-3438.html

Bangladesh extremist group JMB resurfaces under new banner

Recent capture of three suspected militants from Jamaat-ul-Muslemin, highlights Bangladesh is still not free of extremism.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/bangladesh-extremist-group-jmb-resurfaces-under-new-banner-3441.html

Afghan Presidential Candidate Rejects Audit Results    

Ayaz Gul says Abdullah Abdullah rejected  results of a  UN -led vote audit aimed at clarifying who won the country's June 14 runoff election leading to new crisis in Kabul

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/afghan-presidential-candidate-rejects-audit-results-3439.html

India police arrest alleged IM militant  

Police said Saturday (September 6th) they arrested key Indian Mujahideen (IM) member Ajaz Shaikh,

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/india-police-arrest-alleged-im-militant-3440.html

NATO Upgrades By Going Back To Basics

When NATO heads of state gathered in Bucharest back in April 2008, Vladimir Putin pretty much stole the show.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/nato-upgrades-by-going-back-to-basics-3435.html

Red rebels force Jharkhand kids into ranks

Chandan Das Maoist rebels are forcibly recruiting minors as child soldiers in Jharkhand's tribal-dominated districts.          

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/naxalism/red-rebels-force-jharkhand-kids-into-ranks-3436.html

Protesters march with IS flag calling for enforcement of Islamic Shariah              

A protest march took place in Malé, participants bearing the (IS) flag calling for implementation of Islamic Shariah in the Maldives.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/protesters-march-with-is-flag-calling-for-enforcement-of-islamic-shariah-3427.html

Indian Coast Guard arrests five Sri Lankan fishermen near Chennai coast            

The India Sri Lanka Fishermen disputes go on

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/indian-coast-guard-arrests-five-sri-lankan-fishermen-near-chennai-coast-3431.html

GNLA threatens serial blasts

Garo National Liberation Army is expanding terror capability in Meghalaya’s Garo Hills

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/gnla-threatens-serial-blasts-3432.html

Obama Urges Afghan Rivals to Reach Power-sharing Deal

President Barack Obama urged the rival candidates in Afghanistan's disputed election to come to agreement on a national unity government.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/obama-urges-afghan-rivals-to-reach-power-sharing-deal-3434.html

Seminar ‘1965 India-Pakistan War : Role of IAF’

“Those who do not learn from history are bound to repeat it” is the lesson that came out loud and clear

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/seminar-%E2%80%981965-india-pakistan-war-role-of-iaf-3417.html

Sharmila disappointed by lack of public support              

Anti AFSPA crusader Irom Chanu Sharmila has been remanded to judicial custody by the JMIC, Imphal East

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/sharmila-disappointed-by-lack-of-public-support-3418.html

Director of Myanmar’s President’s Office reacts to terror-threat by Al Qaeda chief Zawahiri     

U Zaw Htay, director of Myanmar’s President’s Office responded to the formation of ‘al-Qaeda in the Sub-continent’ by taking to his Facebook page saying not surprised

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/director-of-myanmars-presidents-office-reacts-to-terror-threat-3419.html

Terrorism as Theater     

Robert D. Kaplan says beheading of American journalist James Foley by the Islamic State in Syria and Iraq was much more than an altogether gruesome and tragic affair   

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/terrorism-as-theater-3421.html

RAB uncovers arms caches in Bangladesh forest              

A huge amount of weapons being recovered from the Indo Bangladesh border

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/rab-uncovers-arms-caches-in-bangladesh-forest-3422.html

Extra forces not to be withdrawn from Ukhrul immediately: CM             

Irrespective of whether the FCI gives the clearance or not for transporting essential PDS items such as rice and sugar along the NH-37.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/extra-forces-not-to-be-withdrawn-from-ukhrul-immediately-cm-3433.html

COMPLETE RUNDOWN OF ARMED FORCES FLOOD RELIEF OPERATIONS IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/index-1.html

Indian Muslims reject, dismiss al-Qaeda jihad call

Akhtar Ali says call by al-Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri for Muslims in India, Bangladesh and Burma to rise up is falling flat.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/indian-muslims-reject-dismiss-al-qaeda-jihad-call-3423.html

ISIS Militants Use 'Jihadi Cool' to Recruit Globally

Fighters with militant group (ISIL, also called ISIS by some) wave flags as they take part in military parade along streets of Raqqa and use social media to spread the message

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/isis-militants-use-jihadi-cool-to-recruit-globally-3424.html

Analysts: Pakistan's Political Turmoil Hurts its Image    

Analysts warn political turmoil in Pakistan spurred by protests in the capital resulted in setback for country’s foreign policy priorities.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/analysts-pakistans-political-turmoil-hurts-its-image-3425.html

India Australia Cooperation in the Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy

The agreement will promote cooperation in field peaceful uses of nuclear energy, It recognizes India’s commitment and use of nuclear energy.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/nuclear/cooperation-in-the-peaceful-uses-of-nuclear-energy-3426.html

Jihadist media claims two more Maldivians killed in Syria          

Earlier reports indicated two Maldivians have been killed in Syria fighting for the ISIS and two more are now reported

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/jihadist-media-claims-two-more-maldivians-killed-in-syria-3404.html

Myanmar Political parties begin planning for post-ceasefire dialogue  

Nan Lwin, Yu Wai , Shwe Yee Win Htet say more than 30 political parties were represented at a meeting held in Yangon on September 3 for preliminary talks on the political dialogue

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/political-parties-begin-planning-for-post-ceasefire-dialogue-3412.html

Nato Declaration on Afghanistan            

Issued by Heads of State, Government of Allies their International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) troop contributing partners at Wales Summit, NATO short term commitment in funding and long term sustainment assured

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/nato-declaration-on-afghanistan-3420.html

INS Sumitra Commissioned by Admiral RK Dhowan, chief of the Naval Staff at Chennai               

Indian Navy on fast track of commissioning ships and coastal patrolling craft

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/ins-sumitra-commissioned-by-admiral-rk-dhowan-chief-of-the-naval-staff-at-chennai-3414.html

US State Dept. Uses IS Propaganda to Fight Militants

AU's top official for counter-terrorism Madeira says group will determine ways nations can combat militant extremists share information.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/us-state-dept.-uses-is-propaganda-to-fight-militants-3415.html

India on Alert After Al-Qaida Announces Local Branch

Al-Qaida has launched a group in the Indian subcontinent, targeting India, Myanmar and Bangladesh.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/india-on-alert-after-al-qaida-announces-local-branch-3416.html

Outreach activities of the National Foundation for Communal Harmony in India             

The National Foundation for Communal Harmony, an autonomous organization with the Ministry of Home Affairs is doing a seminal task in this sphere

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/outreach-activities-of-the-national-foundation-for-communal-harmony-3411.html

Flag Meeting With Pakistan Army In The Poonch Sector

The Indian side raised the issue of cease fire violations by Pakistan and terrorists crossing the LC.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/flag-meeting-with-pakistan-army-in-the-poonch-sector-3413.html

Tamil Nadu CM urges Indian PM to find a mechanism to get Katchatheevu back from Sri Lanka

Ms J. Jayalalithaa once again urged the Indian Prime Minister to get the Katchatheevu Island back from Sri Lanka

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/tamil-nadu-cm-urges-indian-pm-to-find-a-mechanism-to-get-katchatheevu-back-from-sri-lanka-3405.html

MHA committed to find solution to Manipur situation, wants UNC to call off blockade

In the wake of  economic blockade called by the United Naga Council MHA issued that it is committed to finding solution to prevailing situation.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/mha-committed-to-find-solution-to-manipur-situation-wants-unc-to-call-off-blockade-3406.html

Indian Deputy Chief of Air Staff Flies Tejas

Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (trainer version) was flown in Bengaluru by Deputy Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal SBP Sinha.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/deputy-chief-of-air-staff-flies-tejas-3408.html

Union Home Minister Stresses on Police Reforms          

Shri Rajnath Singh addressed  Valedictory Function of 33rd National Symposium of Police Training Heads at Police Training Academy in Jaipur.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/union-home-minister-stresses-on-police-reforms-3409.html

Visit of External Affairs Minister to the Kingdom of Bahrain (September 06, 2014)

After engaging East Asia, Sushma Swaraj turns West

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/visit-of-external-affairs-minister-to-the-kingdom-of-bahrain-september-06-2014-3407.html

Myanmar disputes accounts of repatriation agreement with Dhaka       

Mratt Kyaw Thu and Kay Zue say Myanmar  disputed claims it has an agreement with Dhaka for repatriation from Bangladesh of 2,415 people who called themselves Rohingya.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmar-disputes-accounts-of-repatriation-agreement-with-dhaka-3410.html

Indian Naval Ship visits Maldives for joint exercise with MNDF               

Expanding maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean the Indian Navy is actively engaging Maldives and Sri Lanka

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/indian-naval-ship-visits-maldives-for-joint-exercise-with-mndf-3368.html

MHA Asks Manipur Govt to Take Preventive Steps in view of UNC Blockade     

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/mha-asks-manipur-govt-to-take-preventive-steps-in-view-of-unc-blockade-3402.html

Nigerian military delegation in Sri Lanka to learn about welfare systems in Tri Services               

A high level military delegation from Nigeria is in Sri Lanka

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/nigerian-military-delegation-in-sri-lanka-to-learn-about-welfare-systems-in-tri-services-3403.html

INDIA DEFENCE DAILY 03 SEPTEMBER 2014

INDIA DEFENCE DAILY – 03 SEPTEMBER 2014

Defence Inductions in India

Fast Patrol Vessel ICGS Abhiraj Commissioned at Tuticorin by Indian Coast Guard

Indian Coast Guard Ship Abhiraj fourth in series of 20 Fast Patrol Vessels designed and built by Cochin Shipyard Limited commissioned at Tuticorin

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/fast-patrol-vessel-icgs-abhiraj-commissioned-at-tuticorin-3401.html

International Relations India

Factsheet: India and Japan - Partners for Common Development

A Complete List of Various Cooperation Vectors in India Japan Relations

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/factsheet-india-and-japan---partners-for-common-development-3393.html

Indian Air Force – Backward Human Resources Integration

Student Interaction Drive by IAF – Guardians of the SKY

A student interaction drive commenced on 01 Sep 2014 was flagged of by Air Officer

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Neighbourhood – Defence Security

Xi urges innovation in "new military revolution" President Xi Jinping called for more innovation in the country's military as the world is witnessing a "new military revolution." http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/xi-urges-innovation-in-new-military-revolution-3400.html

Pakistan China Special Forces Exercise Warrior 2014 Pakistan and China Special Forces held a three week long joint military training exercise Warrior 2014 http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistan-china-special-forces-exercise-warrior-2014-3399.html

Sri Lanka armed forces joint field exercise commences on September 2 Exercise Cormorat 2 commenced on the Island http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-armed-forces-joint-field-exercise-to-commence-on-september-2-3392.html

China PLA Capability

Anti-tank weapon to bolster PLA capability          People's Liberation Army ground force will have another new state-of-the-art weapon in its arsenal-the HJ-12 anti-tank missile, which can destroy tanks at a distance of more than 4 km. http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/anti-tank-weapon-to-bolster-pla-capability-3356.html

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Fast Patrol Vessel ICGS Abhiraj Commissioned at Tuticorin by Indian Coast Guard          

Indian Coast Guard Ship Abhiraj fourth in series of 20 Fast Patrol Vessels designed and built by Cochin Shipyard Limited commissioned at Tuticorin

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/fast-patrol-vessel-icgs-abhiraj-commissioned-at-tuticorin-3401.html

Factsheet: India and Japan - Partners for Common Development            

A Complete List of Various Cooperation Vectors in India Japan Relations

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/factsheet-india-and-japan---partners-for-common-development-3393.html

Student Interaction Drive by IAF – Guardians of the SKY-II         

A student interaction drive commenced on 01 Sep 2014 was flagged of by Air Officer-in-Charge Personnel Air Marshal S Sukumar at Chennai.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/student-interaction-drive-by-iaf-%E2%80%93-guardians-of-the-sky-ii-3395.html

Manipur UNC calls vehicular traffic ban on highways from September 4              

The United Naga Council announced an indefinite ban on all vehicular traffic along National and State highways in Naga inhabited areas.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/unc-calls-vehicular-traffic-ban-on-highways-from-september-4-3396.html

13 dangerous gangs operating in Male’:

Fathimath  Aruma  says Home Minister of Maldives  Umar Naseer on said that they had knowledge of 13 gangs and over 50 gang leaders operating on the streets of Male’.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/13-dangerous-gangs-operating-in-male-umar-3397.html

UNFC will work with democracy pressure groups for federal state         

Phanida outlines progress of Cease Fire talks in Myanmar as groups conclude two days of talks held in Chiang Mai, building upon earlier talks among the parties held July.  

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/unfc-will-work-with-democracy-pressure-groups-for-federal-state-3398.html

PLA Primary Source News

Xi urges innovation in "new military revolution"

President Xi Jinping called for more innovation in the country's military as the world is witnessing a "new military revolution."

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/xi-urges-innovation-in-new-military-revolution-3400.html

Tokyo Declaration for India - Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe pledged to realize the full potential of India - Japan Strategic and Global Partnership

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/tokyo-declaration-for-india---japan-special-strategic-and-global-partnership-3394.html

Pakistan China Special Forces Exercise Warrior 2014

Pakistan and China Special Forces held a three week long joint military training exercise Warrior 2014

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistan-china-special-forces-exercise-warrior-2014-3399.html

Afghanistan's Sikhs Strangers In Their Own Land             

"People often ask me, 'When are you going back to your home country?'" says Iqbal Singh, an Afghan Sikh

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/afghanistans-sikhs-strangers-in-their-own-land-3354.html

Sri Lanka armed forces joint field exercise commences on September 2

Exercise Cormorat 2 commenced on the Island

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-armed-forces-joint-field-exercise-to-commence-on-september-2-3392.html

ZUF reiterates homeland for Zeliangrong

ZUF represents the many divisions in the North East

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/zuf-reiterates-homeland-for-zeliangrong-3372.html

PLA News

Guide to Xis remarks on military issues published          

A guide book designed to help understand President Xi Jinping's remarks on national defense and army building has been published, military sources.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/guide-to-xis-remarks-on-military-issues-published-3355.html

Anti-tank weapon to bolster PLA capability       

People's Liberation Army ground force will have another new state-of-the-art weapon in its arsenal-the HJ-12 anti-tank missile, which can destroy tanks at a distance of more than 4 km.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/anti-tank-weapon-to-bolster-pla-capability-3356.html