India New Terror Portends

Assam appears to be target of Al-Qaida, JMB: Gogoi     

Chief Minister says Assam target of organisations like Al Qaeda and JMB.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/assam-appears-to-be-target-of-al-qaida-jmb-gogoi-3752.html

India Counter Terrorism

Higher Compensation to Victims of Riots, Naxal and Terrorist Violence

Indian government approves Rs 500,000 as compensation for victims of violence

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/naxalism/higher-compensation-to-victims-of-riots-naxal-and-terrorist-violence-3749.html

India Sri Lanka Relations

India offers help for Sri Lanka landslide rescue operations

Indian High Commissioner Y K Sinha  offered assistance to deal with landslide disaster.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/india-offers-help-for-sri-lanka-landslide-rescue-operations-3750.html

India Myanmar Boundary Issue

India inks MoU to resolve boundary issue with Myanmar

India and Myanmar concluded their two-days long meeting on boundary issues.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/india-inks-mou-to-resolve-boundary-issue-with-myanmar-3751.html

Myanmar Conflict Areas

Conflict areas to get K280 billion for development, says minister

Aung Thura Tun says government plans to spend more than K280 billion on development projects aimed at providing infrastructure and creating job opportunities for displaced victims of conflict after they return home,

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/conflict-areas-to-get-k280-billion-for-development-says-minister-3754.html

Myanmar – Kachin  Peace Talks

International assistance may depend on ceasefire agreement: Lamai Gun Ja    

Lamai Gun Ja who met with US Ambassador who visited the Kachin areas in the North and said US will assist in ceasefire process.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/international-assistance-may-depend-on-ceasefire-agreement-lamai-gun-ja-3746.html

Indian Ocean Region

Maldives Coastguard to conduct joint military exercise with India, Sri Lanka

The aim of India-Maldives-Sri Lanka Tri-Lateral Exercise ‘DOSTI’ is to further fortify friendship.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/coastguard-to-conduct-joint-military-exercise-with-india-sri-lanka-3740.html

Sophisticated border patrol speedboats arrive in Maungdaw

Two armed speedboats will be used to patrol Myanmar's western border with Bangladesh.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/sophisticated-border-patrol-speedboats-arrive-in-maungdaw-3741.html

Manipur - AFSPA

Centre wrong in perceiving my movement as suicide attempt: Sharmila

Sharmila  said the Central government have mistaken her hunger strike demanding repeal of AFPSA as attempt to suicide.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/centre-wrong-in-perceiving-my-movement-as-suicide-attempt-sharmila-3744.html

Indian Navy

All Efforts Will be Made to Restore the Pristine Glory of Visakhapatnam – Admiral Dhowan

Admiral RK Dhowan visited Visakhapatnam reviewed cyclone affected naval areas.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/all-efforts-will-be-made-to-restore-the-pristine-glory-of-visakhapatnam-%E2%80%93-admiral-dhowan-3745.html

Sri Lanka - Disaster

Hundreds Believed Killed in Sri Lanka Landslide              

A landslide in hilly south-central Sri Lanka has buried scores of homes.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/hundreds-believed-killed-in-sri-lanka-landslide-3747.html

Pakistan Operation Zarb e Adl Extension

Pakistan: 8 Soldiers, 21 Militants Killed in Khyber Operation

Operation Zarb e Adl is now extended to Khyber Agency

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistan-8-soldiers-21-militants-killed-in-khyber-operation-3748.html

LTTE and Sympathisers in Tamil Nadu

Vaiko says reasons for extending ban on LTTE not valid

MDMK general secretary Vaiko argued to get ban on LTTE lifted in India before the Justice G.P. Mittal-led Special Tribunal

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/vaiko-says-reasons-for-extending-ban-on-ltte-not-valid-3739.html

Afghan China Relations

Afghanistan’s Ghani Visits China in First Official Trip     

Presidents of China and Afghanistan pledged long-term partnership

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/afghanistans-ghani-visits-china-in-first-official-trip-3743.html

US Foreign Policy and Impact

Principle, Rigor and Execution Matter in U.S. Foreign Policy

George Friedman explains why U.S. President Barack Obama has come under intense criticism for his foreign policy.     

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/principle-rigor-and-execution-matter-in-u.s.-foreign-policy-3742.html

India Sri Lanka Defence Relations and China

Visit of Commander of Srilanka Navy Chief,

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/visit-of-commander-of-srilanka-navy-chief-3735.html

China has no military presence in Sri Lanka, India assured

Vice Admiral Jayantha Perera Commander of Srilanka Navy was on official visit to India, Sri Lanka has assured India that China has no military presence in the country.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/china-has-no-military-presence-in-sri-lanka-india-assured-3732.html

Indian Ocean – Indian Navy

Indian Warships Enters Saint Denis Port, Reunion Islands France

Indian Naval Ships under Command of Rear Admiral R Hari Kumar VSM are on Overseas Deployment.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indian-warships-enters-saint-denis-port-reunion-islands-france-3736.html

Cyclone Nilofar

Cabinet Secretary reviews the preparedness of Central and State Agencies to deal with the cyclone, Nilofar

All the Central Agencies are kept in readiness.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/cabinet-secretary-reviews-the-preparedness-of-central-and-state-agencies-to-deal-with-the-cyclone-nilofar-3737.html

NDRF gears up for rescue operations in the wake of cyclonic storm ‘Nilofar’      

NDRF is fully geared up for rescue operations in  wake of cyclonic storm ‘Nilofar’ along Gujarat coast.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/ndrf-gears-up-for-rescue-operations-in-the-wake-of-cyclonic-storm-%E2%80%98nilofar-3738.html

ISIS in Central Asia

Islamic State: 'Coming For Every Central Asian State'?

Fear of Islamic State is growing in Central Asia

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/islamic-state-coming-for-every-central-asian-state-3729.html

Ebola

Q&A: Robots Join Fight Against Ebola

Aida Akl recounts Xenex Disinfection Services Texas-based company founded by two epidemiologists developed line of robots.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/qa-robots-join-fight-against-ebola-3720.html

India ‘Run for Unity’ to be highlight of the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations    

National unity day remains a foundation of integration and jointness across the nation

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/%E2%80%98run-for-unity-to-be-highlight-of-the-rashtriya-ekta-diwas-celebrations-3731.html

Afghan President Visits Saudi Arabia

Afghanistan's new president, Ashraf Ghani, made his his first foreign trip.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/afghan-president-visits-saudi-arabia-3719.html

Myanmar’s Military Lawmakers Refuse to Give up Veto Power

Myanmar’s powerful military is against any proposed changes to the constitution.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmars-military-lawmakers-refuse-to-give-up-veto-power-3721.html

Sri Lanka fears de-proscription of LTTE in Europe will increase its activities

Sri Lanka fears that the de-proscription of the Tamil tiger terrorist group, LTTE in the European Union will lead to the heightening of activities of the terrorist organization.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-fears-de-proscription-of-ltte-in-europe-will-increase-its-activities-3722.html

India Nepal Enhance Border Security

Bilateral operations are enhanced to safeguard boundary from extremists and criminals.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/nepal-india-increase-border-security-co-operation-3718.html

Indian, Chinese troops hold border meet in Arunachal

Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) was held at Kibithu between personnel of Indian Army and PLA of China for the first time.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indian-chinese-troops-hold-border-meet-in-arunachal-3724.html

India Vietnam Relations – Prime Minister’s Visit and China Factor

Vietnam proposes oil exploration by India in South China Sea in another effort to push New Delhi

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/india-vietnam-relations-%E2%80%93-prime-ministers-visit-and-china-factor-3725.html

US, British Forces Close Last Afghanistan Bases

British and U.S. soldiers formally marked the end of combat operations Helmand province.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/us-british-forces-close-last-afghanistan-bases-3726.html

Lockheed's Fusion Reactor Plan Draws Skepticism

Lockheed Martin recent announcement  that it is perfecting a fusion reactor has raised some doubts

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/nuclear/lockheeds-fusion-reactor-plan-draws-skepticism-3727.html

Pakistani Air Strikes Kill 18 Militants

The military said strikes targeted suspected hideouts in Khyber Agency

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistani-air-strikes-kill-18-militants-3728.html

India to pump billions into building new colleges in Kashmir

Students in  J&K welcoming state government decision to invest Rs. 10.4 billion.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/india-to-pump-billions-into-building-new-colleges-in-kashmir-3730.html

Indian bureaucrats need constant re-orientation            

Dr. Jitendra Singh said that Indian bureaucrats need constant re-orientation due to changing environment

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/indian-bureaucrats-need-constant-re-orientation-3723.html

India Defence

Home Minister Announces Upgradation of Border Infrastructure

The Home Minister also announced that 54 new Border Out Posts (BOPs) have been sanctioned by the Ministry to fill the gaps on the border of Arunachal Pradesh.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/home-minister-announces-upgradation-of-border-infrastructure-3717.html

Russia Foreign Policy

Russian Foreign Minister Outlines Russia's Foreign Policy          

Re-affirms that modern problems, including regional conflicts, can only be resolved based on comprehensive approaches providing for the active involvement of all stakeholders.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/foreign-minister-outlines-russias-foreign-policy-3715.html

Central Asia Terrorism

In Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Rumors Of Instability Abound As Fears Of IS Grow

Joanna Paraszczuk says Fears that Islamic State is gaining influence in Central Asia have been growing for months.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/in-tajikistan-kyrgyzstan-rumors-of-instability-abound-as-fears-of-is-grow-3712.html

Myanmar

Myanmar Opposition Welcomes Election Announcement          

The National League for Democracy (NLD), which is led by Nobel Laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, says it is looking forward to the vote.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmar-opposition-welcomes-election-announcement-3711.html

Counter Terrorism

Kalam stresses economic development in anti-terrorism fight 

India must identify why people get involved in terrorism and also emphasised the need to improve connectivity in rural areas in order to eradicate poverty

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/kalam-stresses-economic-development-in-anti-terrorism-fight-3713.html

India Sri Lanka Defence Cooperation

Tamil Nadu political leaders advise Modi not to have closer defense ties with Sri Lanka

Modi government has sought to increase defense cooperation with Sri Lanka as a measure to counter the Chinese power in the Indian Ocean region.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/tamil-nadu-political-leaders-advise-modi-not-to-have-closer-defense-ties-with-sri-lanka-3714.html

Maldives Extremism

Maldives a “land of sin”, says jihadist

A Maldivian is believed to have travelled to ISIS held territory for jihad with his wife, mother, and 10-year-old sister after describing the Maldives as an apostate nation.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/maldives-a-land-of-sin-says-jihadist-3716.html

Biological Warfare as a Terror Weapon

Evaluating Ebola as a Biological Weapon             

Scott Stewart says Biological weapons look great in the movies, but they are difficult and expensive to develop in real life.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/nuclear/evaluating-ebola-as-a-biological-weapon-3709.html

Modi in Siachen

PM's surprise visit to Siachen; celebrates Diwali with officers and jawans of the Indian Armed Forces

It is a rare opportunity to be called upon to defend the country in such difficult conditions says PM Modi

www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/pms-surprise-visit-to-siachen;-celebrates-diwali-with-officers-and-jawans-of-the-indian-armed-forces-3707.html

Indo China Model of Border Management

Beijing, New Delhi establish hotlines to defuse border tensions

Beijing has praised the "strong" determination that both China and India showed in handling border problems

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/beijing-new-delhi-establish-hotlines-to-defuse-border-tensions-3710.html

Indian Navy in Disaster Management

Navy Aids Power Restoration in Vizag  

AP TRANSCO was able to restore electric supply to most of the city in an extremely short time

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/navy-aids-power-restoration-in-vizag-3704.html

Sri Lanka – Strategic Cooperation – Defence Cooperation

China Sri Lanka Plan for Strategic Cooperative Partnership

Long term plan to build multifaceted strategic cooperation including MSR            

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/china-sri-lanka-plan-for-strategic-cooperative-partnership-3706.html

India to supply two naval offshore patrol vessels to Sri Lanka - report   

India has earlier provided 24 L-70 guns, 24 battle-field surveillance radars, 11 USFM radars, four Indra-II radars and 10 mine-protected vehicles

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/india-to-supply-two-naval-offshore-patrol-vessels-to-sri-lanka---report-3705.html

Russian naval ship arrives at Sri Lanka's Colombo port on goodwill mission

Sri Lanka Navy, in accordance with naval traditions, ceremonially welcomed the Russian naval ship "Moskva" arrived at the Port of Colombo.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/russian-naval-ship-arrives-at-sri-lankas-colombo-port-on-goodwill-mission-3708.html

WITH BEST WISHES FOR A PEACEFUL AND PROSPEROUS DIWALI AND THE NEW YEAR AHEAD

India Terrorism

NSA Doval: India prepared for ISIS, al-Qaeda threats

Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu natives have allegedly gone to the Middle East to fight for ISIS, and the group's flags have been spotted in Kashmir

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/nsa-doval-india-prepared-for-isis-al-qaeda-threats-3702.html

Global Terrorism

Canadian Prime Minister Speaks After Shots Fired in Parliament

Canada's prime minister said his country will never be intimidated by terrorists

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/canadian-prime-minister-speaks-after-shots-fired-in-parliament-3703.html

Indian Army

Senior Defence Officers Trained at Pune for assuming Senior Roles in Civil Industry      

Army conducted a two weeks course on “Independent Directors”.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/senior-defence-officers-trained-at-pune-for-assuming-senior-roles-in-civil-industry-3698.html

Primary Source News for the PLA

PLA helicopter conducts first takeoff-and-landing test on Army vessel 

A helicopter of an aviation troop unit under the PLAN successfully completed takeoff-and-landing test.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-helicopter-conducts-first-takeoff-and-landing-test-on-army-vessel-3691.html

PLA to ramp up officer auditing               

PLA issued revised regulation to audit military officers spending.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-to-ramp-up-officer-auditing-3692.html

Foreign military attaches visit PLA helicopter brigade   

At invitation of the MND of PR Cover 90 foreign military attaches to China came to helicopter brigade.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/foreign-military-attaches-visit-pla-helicopter-brigade-3693.html

China, Pakistan vow to strengthen border management

Major General Asim Saleem Bajwa director general of Inter Services Public Relations of Pakistan is on a visit to China.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/china-pakistan-vow-to-strengthen-border-management-3694.html

Indian Navy in Indian Ocean

INS Teg Visits Simon's Town, South Africa for IBSAMAR

Indian Naval Ship Teg Stealth Frigate of Indian Navy scheduled to make port calls.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/ins-teg-visits-simons-town-south-africa-for-ibsamar-3699.html

India Japan Defence Cooperation

Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha’s Visit to Japan      

The Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha leaves on a four day visit to Japan on October 21, 2014 to participate in the 60th anniversary celebrations of the Japanese Air Self-Defence Force(JASDF)

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/air-chief-marshal-arup-rahas-visit-to-japan-3700.html

Pak Russia Defence Cooperation

Pak, Russia conduct joint naval drill in Arabian Sea

Drills covered counter narcotics and denotes increasing cooperation between Russian and Pakistan militaries

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pak-russia-conduct-joint-naval-drill-in-arabian-sea-3701.html

Counter Terrorism

NIA, NSG recover, defuse explosives in West Bengal

NIA and NSG defused 45 bombs recovered in Burdwan West Bengal.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/nia-nsg-recover-defuse-explosives-in-west-bengal-3690.html

Manipur

ATSUM begins highway bandh

All Tribal Students’ Union Manipur is to start indefinite bandh on national highways.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/atsum-begins-highway-bandh-3695.html

Sri Lanka Electinos

Sri Lanka cabinet spokesman confirms the Presidential election is in January

Keheliya Rambukwella revealed that the Presidential election would be held in January 2015.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-cabinet-spokesman-confirms-the-presidential-election-is-in-january-3696.html

Maldives Security

MPs urged to stay in at night as MNDF offers personal security

Maldives raises security alert for MPs, top leadership after recent attacks

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/mps-urged-to-stay-in-at-night-as-mndf-offers-personal-security-3697.html

Xinjiang

22 Killed in Farmers' Market Attack in Xinjiang's Kashgar Prefecture

Four ethnic minority Uyghur men attacked farmers' market in northwestern China.

Afghanistan – Central Asia - India

India's participation Chahbahar port in Iran

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today gave its approval for the framework inter-Governmental Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/indias-participation-chahbahar-port-in-iran-3686.html

Terrorism

Probability of Multi City Multiple Strikes in India

http://www.slideshare.net/RahulBhonsle/probability-multi-city-multiple-strikes-in-india

India China Border Talks

Meeting of Working Mechanism For India-China Border Affairs              

The discussion included regular interaction between the Army Headquarters and Field Commands of the two sides; additional border personnel meeting points; and more telecommunication linkages between forward posts of the two sides at mutually agreed locations.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/meeting-of-working-mechanism-for-india-china-border-affairs-3681.html

Myanmar

Ethnic parties merge plans for political peace talks

Nan Lwin Hnin Pwint  says discussion of ethnic parties are ongoing          

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/ethnic-parties-merge-plans-for-political-peace-talks-3682.html

Manipur

Action Plan in place to check insurgency: Manipur DGP               

The Police department has put in place an elaborate Action Plan.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/action-plan-in-place-to-check-insurgency-manipur-dgp-3687.html

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka to contest the European Court decision lifting sanctions on LTTE          

Sri Lanka decided to contest decision by General Court of European Union.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-to-contest-the-european-court-decision-lifting-sanctions-on-ltte-3688.html

India Defence

PM’s Address at the Combined Commanders Conference          

Prime Minister said that India`s Armed Forces, which represent the world`s largest democracy, were second to none in professionalism, valour, commitment, service and duty.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/pms-address-at-the-combined-commanders-conference-3677.html

Update of Indian Air Force Bi-Annual Commanders’ Conference             

Commands have discussed varied issues ranging from op-preparedness of the Commands to maintenance and administration challenges

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/update-of-indian-air-force-bi-annual-commanders-conference-3678.html

India Conducts Successful Flight Trial of 'Nirbhay' Sub-Sonic Cruise Missile

India`s first indigenously designed and developed long range sub-sonic cruise missile ‘Nirbhay’ was successfully flight tested.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/missiles/india-conducts-successful-flight-trial-of-nirbhay-sub-sonic-cruise-missile-3679.html

Terrorism

How the ISIS and AQIS will Expand Profile in Rest of Indian Sub Continent?

Presently the profile of ISIS and AQIS in the Indian Subcontinent remains very low, but it can expand rapidly by induction and recruitment or through the classic merger, acquisition, franchisee mode

http://www.slideshare.net/RahulBhonsle/how-isis-and-aqis-expand-in-indian-sub-continent

MHA enhances financial powers to Central Armed Police Forces            

MHA has enhanced the delegation of financial powers to the Directors General of CAPFs for procurement of Machinery & Equipment and Arms & Ammunition to Rs. 20 crores.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/mha-enhances-financial-powers-to-central-armed-police-forces-3680.html

Myanmar

Analysts, political parties fear postponement of 2015 election in Myanmar       

Nan Myint says concerns over likely postponement of elections

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/analysts-political-parties-fear-postponement-of-2015-election-3675.html

Manipur

CorCom general strike concludes peacefully     

Coordination Committee, CorCom is a conglomeration of six militant outfits in Manipur

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/corcom-general-strike-concludes-peacefully-3668.html

Indian Navy

“Operational Consolidation and Enhanced Combat Effectiveness Top Priorities               of Indian Navy

Senior Naval Commanders discussed several important issues during the conference, including operational readiness & combat effectiveness of platforms, coastal security, maintenance philosophy and quality of refits, infra-structure development and foreign cooperation initiatives, amongst others.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/operational-consolidation-and-enhanced-combat-effectiveness-top-priorities-3671.html

Indian’s Own GPS? In the Making

Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) Programme            

PSLV-C26 Successfully Launches India's Third Navigation Satellite IRNSS-1C .

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/iw-cyber-security/indian-regional-navigation-satellite-system-irnss-programme-3672.html

Afghanistan India Relations

Indian PM’s telephone call to H. E. Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, CEO Afghanistan

Deft Balancing with Indian PM’s call to Dr. Abdullah and President Message to  Dr Ahmadzai

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/indian-pms-call-to-dr.-abdullah-president-message-to-ahmadzai-3673.html

Defence Cooperation

Myanmar Army team in Dhaka 

Hopes of betterment of defence cooperation between the two countries

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/myanmar-army-team-in-dhaka-3669.html

Bangladesh Counter Terror

3JMB activist Reza gets 10 years for '05 bombing             

JMB activist KM Rezaul Karim Reza sentenced October 14th to ten years' rigorous imprisonment.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/3jmb-activist-reza-gets-10-years-for-05-bombing-3670.html

LTTE

Sri Lanka expresses concern over the European Court's decision to annul sanctions on LTTE

Sri Lanka expressed concern over the decision of the European Court of Justice.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-expresses-concern-over-the-european-courts-decision-to-annul-sanctions-on-ltte-3674.html

Maldives

Saudi Prince donates MVR18.4 million to build mosques in the Maldives

Saudi Arabia’s crown prince donates to mosque project in Maldives to build 10 mosques as per Minivan News

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/saudi-prince-donates-mvr18.4-million-to-build-mosques-in-the-maldives-3676.html

Indian Navy

“Operational Consolidation and Enhanced Combat Effectiveness Top Priorities               of Indian Navy

Senior Naval Commanders discussed several important issues during the conference, including operational readiness & combat effectiveness of platforms, coastal security, maintenance philosophy and quality of refits, infra-structure development and foreign cooperation initiatives, amongst others.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/operational-consolidation-and-enhanced-combat-effectiveness-top-priorities-3671.html

Indian’s Own GPS? In the Making

Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) Programme            

PSLV-C26 Successfully Launches India's Third Navigation Satellite IRNSS-1C .

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/iw-cyber-security/indian-regional-navigation-satellite-system-irnss-programme-3672.html

Afghanistan India Relations

Indian PM’s telephone call to H. E. Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, CEO Afghanistan

Deft Balancing with Indian PM’s call to Dr. Abdullah and President Message to  Dr Ahmadzai

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/indian-pms-call-to-dr.-abdullah-president-message-to-ahmadzai-3673.html

Defence Cooperation

Myanmar Army team in Dhaka 

Hopes of betterment of defence cooperation between the two countries

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/myanmar-army-team-in-dhaka-3669.html

Bangladesh Counter Terror

3JMB activist Reza gets 10 years for '05 bombing             

JMB activist KM Rezaul Karim Reza sentenced October 14th to ten years' rigorous imprisonment.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/3jmb-activist-reza-gets-10-years-for-05-bombing-3670.html

LTTE

Sri Lanka expresses concern over the European Court's decision to annul sanctions on LTTE

Sri Lanka expressed concern over the decision of the European Court of Justice.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-expresses-concern-over-the-european-courts-decision-to-annul-sanctions-on-ltte-3674.html

Maldives

Saudi Prince donates MVR18.4 million to build mosques in the Maldives

Saudi Arabia’s crown prince donates to mosque project in Maldives to build 10 mosques as per Minivan News

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/saudi-prince-donates-mvr18.4-million-to-build-mosques-in-the-maldives-3676.html

ISIS

Review of Islamic State Terrorists Training and Potential

Ambassador K Gajendra Singh reviews capability build up of the ISIS and says must never forget that what is happening in the deserts of eastern Syria and north-west Iraq and elsewhere in the region is nothing but part of a getting hotter Cold War between U.S.-led West and Russia's Putin, with China, Iran, and many other countries on his side, so far covertly.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/review-of-islamic-state-terrorists-training-and-potential-3667.html

Hudhud

‘OP Lehar’ Makes A Difference to People of Vizag

The relief operations by the Armed Forces under ‘Op Lehar’ is now getting focussed on Visakhapatnam

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/%E2%80%98op-lehar-makes-a-difference-to-people-of-vizag-3663.html

Manipur Counter Insurgency

AFSPA needed for curbing insurgency: GOC 3 Corps

General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Corps Lt Gen Bipin Rawat has pointed out the need for AFSPA in Manipur in countering insurgency problems.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/afspa-needed-for-curbing-insurgency-goc-3-corps-3664.html

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka restricts foreigners from visiting former war zone

The measure is aimed at preventing the foreigners from visiting the North under the pretext of engaging in development projects to rouse communal disharmony among the people, the spokesperson said.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-restricts-foreigners-from-visiting-former-war-zone-3665.html

Myanmar

Myanmar’s Military Chief Meets Journalists Over Coverage Constraints              

Myanmar’s military chief on Tuesday agreed to “collaborate” with the media on coverage of issues involving national security during his first-ever meeting with local press representatives.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmars-military-chief-meets-journalists-over-coverage-constraints-3662.html

First phase of listing 2015 election voters to start November     

Hein Ko Soe  says first phase of compiling lists of eligible voters for the planned 2015 general elections will begin in Yangon, Mandalay, Nay Pyi Taw and some townships in Shan State

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/first-phase-of-listing-2015-election-voters-to-start-november-3666.html

PLA – Primary Source News

PLA Document highlights weakness in training

President Xi Jinping has been pushing to strengthen the fighting ability of China's 2.3-million-strong armed forces and stepping up efforts to modernize forces.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-document-highlights-weakness-in-training-3661.html

Cyclone Hudhud

Armed Forces Respond to Cyclone Struck Andhra           

The Armed Forces have further stepped up their rescue and relief operations in cyclone ravaged areas of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/armed-forces-respond-to-cyclone-struck-andhra-3653.html

Indian Commanders Conferences

Naval Commanders’ Conference

Naval commander`s  discuss several important issues including sustaining of combat readiness, building capabilities for future.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/naval-commanders-conference-3654.html

Indian Air Force (IAF) Bi-Annual Commanders’ Conference Underway

The year 2014 is being observed as the ‘Year of Wherewithal’.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indian-air-force-iaf-bi-annual-commanders-conference-gets-underway-3655.html

Indian Navy in the Indian Ocean Region

Indian Warships Visit – Mombasa

Outreach in the Indian Ocean Region

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/naval-commanders-conference-3654.html

Terrorism in West Bengal

NIA and West Bengal CID conduct searches in Burdwan blast case

NIA conducted searches at various places including the rented residence of deceased Shakil in Beldanga, Murshidabad.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/nia-and-west-bengal-cid-conduct-searches-in-burdwan-blast-case-3657.html

PLA – Primary Source News

Challenges Annual Forum 2014 convened in Beijing

China remains the country with the most peacekeeping personnel dispatched among the permanent members of the United Nations Security Council.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/challenges-annual-forum-2014-convened-in-beijing-3659.html

Intensive military exercises enhance PLA’s deterrence power

The six (or more) large-scale intensive military exercises carried out by the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in September 2014 drew wide attention from the outside world.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/intensive-military-exercises-enhance-plas-deterrence-power-3660.html

Global Terrorism

Islamic State (Is) Manifesto Reveals 100-Year Plan For A World Caliphate

TRAC Terrorism exclusive  translation of manifesto has three distinct topics, intertwining to create an unprecedented insight into the Islamic State's policy, economics and goals.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/islamic-state-is-manifesto-reveals-100-year-plan-for-a-world-caliphate-3652.html

Indian Army

Army Commander’s Conference : 13 - 16 oct 14

Technology upgradation and modernization a key topic in the Conference

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/army-commanders-conference-13---16-oct-14-3651.html

Ukraine Cease Fire

President Putin Speaks to President of Switzerland and OSCE Chairperson-in-Office on Cease Fire        

Didier Burkhalter outlines the main points of conversation to reinforce cease fire

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/president-putin-speaks-to-president-of-switzerland-and-osce-chairperson-in-office-on-cease-fire-3649.html

Manipur Militancy

Govt’s peace initiative is mere retirement policy for militants: Lanheiba            

Manipur URF rejects the suspension of operations agreement and goes to the jungle

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/govts-peace-initiative-is-mere-retirement-policy-for-militants-lanheiba-3650.html

PLA – Primary Source News on Training and Logistics in Tibet

Transport regiment dedicated to Sichuan-Tibet highway services           

Sichuan Tibet Highway operational adding another route of induction

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/transport-regiment-dedicated-to-sichuan-tibet-highway-services-3646.html

PLA supply missions on Qinghai-Tibet Highway

Over the years, the Qinghai-Tibet Highway has greatly boosted the region's economic growth.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-supply-missions-on-qinghai-tibet-highway-3648.html

PLA’s three major training bases

In recent years together with increasing media coverage of cross-region exercises launched by land forces of  Chinese People’s Liberation Army.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/plas-three-major-training-bases-3647.html

Afghanistan – National Unity Government

Kerry: Afghan Unity Govt. Could Prove Turning Point

William Gallo interviews John Kerry who says completion of a power-sharing deal and successful political transition in Afghanistan could be a turning point .   

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/kerry-afghan-unity-govt.-could-prove-turning-point-3637.html

West Bengal –Bangladesh Terror Links

Authorities probe al-Qaeda link in West Bengal blast

Bardhaman  attacks links across the West Bengal border

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/authorities-probe-al-qaeda-link-in-west-bengal-blast-3639.html

Sri Lanka Military

Sri Lanka Army to be restructured giving prominence to national security

Army seeks restructuring in keeping with the changing times.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-army-to-be-restructured-giving-prominence-to-national-security-3636.html

Sri Lanka Tamil Issue

Sri Lankan President accuses Northern PC of hampering development in the North       

Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa accused the Tamil National Alliance controlled Northern Provincial Council government.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lankan-president-accuses-northern-pc-of-hampering-development-in-the-north-3642.html

Capacity building Myanmar Forces

EU training helps police force build a better image

Yola Yerbruggen   training program funded by the EU is gradually bringing positive change to  image of the Myanmar Police Force and its relationship with public.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/eu-training-helps-police-force-build-a-better-image-3643.html

PLA – Primary Source News on Training and Tibet

PLA warns of training mismatch               

China's military authority  issued a document detailing 40 problems with current exercises in move to sharpen the troops' fighting capability.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-warns-of-training-mismatch-3644.html

PLA urged to build good morals               

PLA on Saturday convened a meeting for the end of the "mass line" campaign, calling for more efforts to build an army with integrity.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-urged-to-build-good-morals-3645.html

AQIS and ISIS

Al Qaeda and ISIS in the subcontinent: Strategic countering the need of the hour!

How real is the threat in the Indian Sub Continent and what can be done?

http://www.ceylontoday.lk/90-75236-news-detail-al-qaeda-and-isis-in-the-subcontinent-strategic-countering-the-need-of-the-hour.html

Cyclone Disaster Management

Central agencies in Action to meet '‘Hudhud’

National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) meets and briefs PM

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/central-agencies-in-action-to-meet-%E2%80%98hudhud-3632.html

Rehabilitation in Kashmir

Army will play vital role in building Naya Kashmir: GOC               

Lt General Subrata Saha GOC 15 Corps remarked that  Army would play an important role in building Naya Kashmir after catastrophic floods.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/army-will-play-vital-role-in-building-naya-kashmir-goc-3633.html

LOC violence

Kashmir Violence Tests Modi's Promise of 'Muscular' Foreign Policy    

Ayesha Tanzeem says recent fighting across the Line of Control dividing disputed Kashmir is once more escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/kashmir-violence-tests-modis-promise-of-muscular-foreign-policy-3638.html

Sri Lanka Tamil Reconciliation

Chief Minister of Sri Lanka's Northern Province to boycott President's meeting              

Chief Minister C.V. Wigneswaran has questioned motive of a Special District Development meeting to be chaired by President Rajapaksa in Jaffna.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/chief-minister-of-sri-lankas-northern-province-to-boycott-presidents-meeting-3635.html

Afghanistan Pakistan Central Asia

CASA 1000 - Linking Central Asia - Af Pak Energy Grid    

In Central Asia Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan are endowed with some of the world’s most abundant clean hydropower resources which will be shared through CASA

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/casa-1000---linking-central-asia---af-pak-energy-grid-3640.html

Gen V K Singh to Attend 10th ASEM Summit

The summit will be held on 16th and 17th in Milan Italy. India will be represented by the Minister of

State for External Affairs, Gen. V.K. Singh.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/gen-v-k-singh-to-attend-10th-asem-summit-3641.html

Cyclone Hudhud Armed Forces Track

Assets of Armed Forces Kept in Standby for the Impending Cyclone ‘Hudhud’  

Indian Armed Forces is fully geared up to face the likely effects of approaching cyclone ‘Hudhud’ slowly developing in Odisha and Andhra Pradesh coast.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/assets-of-armed-forces-kept-in-standby-for-the-impending-cyclone-%E2%80%98hudhud-3628.html

Navy on High Alert for Hudhud Relief Efforts

Cyclone Hudhud is poised to strike the east coast of India, Eastern Naval Command of the Indian Navy has assumed high degree of readiness.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/navy-on-high-alert-for-hudhud-relief-efforts-3629.html

India Sri Lanka Defence Cooperation

Sri Lanka, India discuss defense cooperation

Sri Lanka and India affirmed to continue cooperation between the two countries in the defense sector, resuming the Annual Defence Dialogue

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-india-discuss-defense-cooperation-3630.html

Tackling the Rise of ISIS

Turkey, the Kurds and Iraq: The Prize and Peril of Kirkuk             

Reva Bhalla states that Turkey faces the same dilemma in Iraq, where it may unwittingly back Kurdish separatists in its fight against the Islamic State.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/turkey-the-kurds-and-iraq-the-prize-and-peril-of-kirkuk-3631.html

Internal Security Capacity Building

Home Minister enhances powers of DGs of CAPFs

Shri Rajnath Singh enhanced delegated financial powers to Directors General of Central Armed Police Forces under the Annual Procurement Plan.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/home-minister-enhances-powers-of-dgs-of-capfs-3620.html

North East Manipur

People cutting across communities will learn to coexist peacefully within our lifetime, says Deputy CM

Speaking a cultural events preserving and promoting arts and culture despite State facing various problems the Deputy CM hopes for peace in Manipur

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/people-cutting-across-communities-will-learn-to-coexist-peacefully-within-our-lifetime-says-deputy-cm-3610.html

UN Peacekeeping

Sri Lankan peace keeping troops in Haiti receive commendation from UN

Sri Lankan troops serving in United Nations peace keeping duties in Haiti have been recognized by the UN for exclusive contribution.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lankan-peace-keeping-troops-in-haiti-receive-commendation-from-un-3615.html

Defence Minister Shri Arun Jaitley's Statement on Border Situation      

The International Border has never been an issue at all and most of these violations are occurring at the IB says Indian  Defence Minister

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/defence-minister-shri-arun-jaitleys-statement-on-border-situation-3622.html

General Dalbir Singh Reviews 65th Territorial Army Raising Day Parade               

The Territorial Army (TA) celebrated its 65th Raising Day todayGen Dalbir Singh reviewed the parade at Army Parade Ground in New Delhi.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/general-dalbir-singh-reviews-65th-territorial-army-raising-day-parade-3621.html

Cabinet Secretary Chairs NCMC to review preparedness for “Hudhud” cyclone

NCMC chaired by the Cabinet Secretary Shri Ajit Kumar Seth reviewed the preparedness for “Hudhud” cyclone likely to hit coasts of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh .

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/cabinet-secretary-chairs-ncmc-to-review-preparedness-for-hudhud-cyclone-3623.html

President Erdogan leads Turkey into Civil War & Possible loss of Territories     

Ambassador K. Gajendra Singh writes Like World War I , neo-Turkish Sultan and pretender Caliph Erdogan joins piecemeal World War III’s Western Nato Alliance.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/president-erdogan-leads-turkey-into-civil-war-possible-loss-of-territories-3624.html

China Bhutan Border Talks

An eight-member Chinese delegation from the People’s Republic of China is in country for the technical Expert Group meeting on Bhutan-China Boundary.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/china-bhutan-border-talks-3627.html

Myanmar, Thailand twin provinces

Thailand and Myanmar will sign three memorandums of understanding to foster a closer relationship between their key bordering provinces as Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha begins his official visit to Myanmar October 9.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmar-thailand-twin-provinces-3625.html

US sailors visit children’s home in Male

USS Rodney M Davis visited  Kudakudhinge Hiya orphanage or children’s home in Vilimalé  (October 8 ) and assisted with painting and repairs.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/us-sailors-visit-childrens-home-in-male-3626.html

Pakistan : Winds of Political Change?   

Rahul Bhonsle   Even as India’s focus remains on events on the Line of Control/International Border in Jammu and Kashmir, this October (2014), possible shifts in Pakistani polity which may have implications on overall relations between both the country’s need recounting.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistan-winds-of-political-change-3619.html

 Pakistan, Afghanistan Confront IS Threat

There are signs the Islamic State (IS) terrorist organization is making inroads among militants operating in Af Pak

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/pakistan-afghanistan-confront-is-threat-3616.html

DIPP on a Overdrive to Boost Manufacturing

Giving a big boost to “Make In India”, the Licensing Committee chaired by Secretary Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion last week cleared 19 proposals for grant of Industrial License.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/dipp-on-a-overdrive-to-boost-manufacturing-3611.html

Indian Statement on Disarmament

Ambassador D B Venkatesh Varma Permanent Representative of India to the Conference on Disarmament at General Debate of First Committee of the 69th UNGA.

Rear Admiral Ajendra Bahadur Singh Takes Over as Eastern Fleet Commander 

Rear Admiral Atul Kumar Jain VSM Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet handed over command of Eastern Fleet to Rear Admiral Ajendra Bahadur Singh, VSM at a time when China has increased activity in the Indian Eastern Ocean region

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/rear-admiral-ajendra-bahadur-singh-takes-over-as-eastern-fleet-commander-3612.html

SCI Launches India-Myanmar Service (IMS)        

India Myanmar Service (IMS) Container service was launched at Chennai, to link South & East India to Myanmar.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/sci-launches-india-myanmar-service-ims-3613.html

BJP will not allow talks to jeopardize Manipur’s territorial integrity: Rijiju

Kiren Rijiju said BJP government at  Centre would not allow ongoing peace talks with NSCN (I-M) to jeopardize Manipur’s territorial integrity.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/bjp-will-not-allow-talks-to-jeopardize-manipurs-territorial-integrity-rijiju-3614.html

Jammu and Kashmir Cease Fire Violations

Cease Fire Violations: Spare the Civil Population and Assets     

Rahul Bhonsle underlines the need to spare the civil population in the cross border and LOC firing

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/cease-fire-violations-spare-the-civil-population-and-assets-3603.html

India Defence Manufacturing

Honeywell And Tata Power SED Sign Landmark Agreement For India's Defense Industry

Honeywell offers manufacturing of Talin Inertial Navigators in India

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/honeywell-and-tata-power-sed-sign-landmark-agreement-for-indias-defense-industry-3609.html

Manipur

URF demands government to return arms and ammunitions     

Underlining breakdown in talks and cease fire in Manipur with URF

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/urf-demands-government-to-return-arms-and-ammunitions-3604.html

Naga Peace Talks

Swu appeals special prayer for peace talks

In run up to talks with the Central Government

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/swu-appeals-special-prayer-for-peace-talks-3607.html

Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan government allocates compensation to war affected in North

Rs 300 million allocated as compensation for war affected

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lankan-government-allocates-compensation-to-war-affected-in-north-3605.html

Afghanistan

U.S. Concerned About U.N's Handling Of Afghanistan Funds

Some issues related to handing of UN funds raised

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/u.s.-concerned-about-u.ns-handling-of-afghanistan-funds-3608.html

Counter Terrorism

India's efforts to extradite Sri Lankan terror suspect from Malaysia face snag   

Problem of extraditing Sri Lankan citizen to India

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/indias-efforts-to-extradite-sri-lankan-terror-suspect-from-malaysia-face-snag-3600.html

India Bhutan Relations

Bhutan King graces Founder’s Day Lawrence School

In a mark of close linkages with base institutions in India

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/bhutan-king-graces-founders-day-lawrence-school-3602.html

Maldives Cyber

MNDF website hacked 

Maldives National Defence Forces facing cyber security challenges

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/iw-cyber-security/mndf-website-hacked-3601.html

ALP Tirap Zone

AFSPA extended in Arunachal

The ministry of home affairs which was contemplating to review the utility of Armed Forces (Special Power) Act has extended on three districts of Arunachal Pradesh.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/afspa-extended-in-arunachal-3593.html

Bangladesh Terrorism Extremism

Neutralising lifelong extremists a challenge for Bangladesh      

Shahriar Sharif   says hardly possible to reform convicted criminals especially religious extremists who believe that they are fighting for a cause.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/neutralising-lifelong-extremists-a-challenge-for-bangladesh-3598.html

Manipur Insurgency

Peace talk signatory URF picks up arms once again

The United Revolutionary Front, URF said the outfit is left with no other option other than quit the Memorandum of Understanding signed.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/peace-talk-signatory-urf-picks-up-arms-once-again-3591.html

Myanmar Ethnic Insurgency

Government, Rebels Suffer Fatalities in Myanmar's Shan State Clashes

Fresh clashes have broken out in Shan State

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/government-rebels-suffer-fatalities-in-myanmars-shan-state-clashes-3594.html

Battles ‘not harmful to peace process’

Myanmar government’s UPWC and leaders of armed ethnic groups claim  recent resumption of armed clashes are not harmful to  peace-making process.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/battles-%E2%80%98not-harmful-to-peace-process-3592.html

Afghanistan

Explainer: Key Points In U.S.-Afghan Bilateral Security Agreement         

Kabul and Washington have signed a Bilateral Security Agreement (BSA) under which some 10,000 U.S. troops can remain in Afghanistan after the international combat mission.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/explainer-key-points-in-u.s.-afghan-bilateral-security-agreement-3597.html

Pakistan

Quetta Blast Kills 4

A suicide attacker has killed at least four people in a predominantly Shi'ite area of the Pakistani city of Quetta.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/quetta-blast-kills-4-3595.html

Pakistani Taliban Pledges Support For Islamic State Militants   

The Pakistani Taliban has vowed to send fighters to help Islamic State (IS) militants in Iraq and Syria.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistani-taliban-pledges-support-for-islamic-state-militants-3596.html

Pakistan nears record high for polio cases          

Health officials in Pakistan said country was set to break record for highest number of polio cases in a year.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistan-nears-record-high-for-polio-cases-3586.html

North East

Imphal - MG Avenue blast an act of terrorism, says Gaikhangam              ,

Terming the bomb attack at MG Avenue on October 1 as “barbaric”, Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam has condemned the incident.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/mg-avenue-blast-an-act-of-terrorism-says-gaikhangam-3581.html

Myanmar

Shan armed groups and political parties to meet in Bangkok

Leaders of armed ethnic groups and political parties from Shan State will hold talks in Bangkok on October 2 and 3, U Sai Nyunt Lwin.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/shan-armed-groups-and-political-parties-to-meet-in-bangkok-3582.html

Left Wing Extremism

Indian ministry overhauling CRPF to tackle Maoists

Home Minister Rajnath Singh is convening former CRPF chiefs K. Vijay Kumar and A.S. Gill, seeking their recommendations to revamp force

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/naxalism/indian-ministry-overhauling-crpf-to-tackle-maoists-3587.html

Indian Navy – Indian Ocean

Overseas Deployment of Western Fleet Ships 

Indian Naval Ships Mumbai, Talwar, Teg and Deepak under the Command of Rear Admiral R Hari Kumar Flag Officer Commanding Western Fleet deploy to East Africa and Southern Indian Ocean

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/overseas-deployment-of-western-fleet-ships-3583.html

Counter Terrorism - ISIS

Possible ISIS and AQIS Plan to Expand in India – A Graphic View

http://www.slideshare.net/RahulBhonsle/possible-al-qaeda-is-and-isis-plan-for-indian-sub-continent

IS un-Islamic and anti-Islamic, tells Dr Waheed at UN General Assembly

The militant organisation Islamic State is not only un-Islamic but anti-Islamic, former President Dr Mohamed Waheed Hassan Manik said at UN General Assembly.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/is-un-islamic-and-anti-islamic-tells-dr-waheed-at-un-general-assembly-3584.html

Divisions Could Weaken U.S.-Led Coalition in Iraq and Syria     

Over past week U.S.-led coalition carrying out airstrikes against Islamic State positions in Iraq and Syria expanded to include several new members.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/is-un-islamic-and-anti-islamic-tells-dr-waheed-at-un-general-assembly-3584.html

IM wants to emulate ISIS in India, NIA alleges  

NIA filed  charge-sheet against 20 Indian Mujahideen operatives allegedly trying to reach the Middle East to fight for ISIS.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/im-wants-to-emulate-isis-in-india-nia-alleges-3588.html

Afghanistan

New Afghan Government Facing Security, Economic Challenges

After months of political bickering in Afghanistan, a new president has been sworn in, and a long-delayed security agreement has been signed.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/new-afghan-government-facing-security-economic-challenges-3589.html

Remembering Karzai – Interviews and Impressions of some Key Leaders in Afghanistan

Frud Bezhan Afghanistan has only known one leader since the ouster of the Taliban in 2001 -- Hamid Karzai.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/remembering-karzai-3590.html

Indian Air Force

Air Marshal Jajgeet Singh Air Officer-in-Charge maintenance at Air Headquarters          

An experienced leader, he has commanded a premier Base Repair Depot and held the post of Senior Maintenance Staff Officer (SMSO) at Central Air Command (CAC).

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/air-marshal-jajgeet-singh-air-officer-in-charge-maintenance-at-air-headquarters-3577.html

India Indonesia Defence Relations

24th Edition of Ind-Indo Corpat Concludes         

Close defence relations between India and Indonesia flagged in the Annual Exercise

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/24th-edition-of-ind-indo-corpat-concludes-3578.html

Af Pak

Pakistan Upbeat About Relations with New Afghan Government           

Ayaz Gul outline that Pakistan says national unity government in neighboring Afghanistan a good beginning for promoting peace and reconciliation in the war-shattered country and Islamabad.   

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/pakistan-upbeat-about-relations-with-new-afghan-government-3579.html

India Pakistan Relations

India-Pakistan Dialogue: Is It Possible?

Ayesha Tanzeem discusses the possibility of resumption of India Pakistan dialogue

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/india-pakistan-dialogue-is-it-possible-3580.html

Pakistan Sri Lanka Defence Relations

Two Pakistan naval ships arrive in Sri Lanka on a goodwill visit 

Sri Lanka Navy ceremonially welcomed two Pakistan naval ships PNS NASR and PNS SAIF.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/two-pakistan-naval-ships-arrive-in-sri-lanka-on-a-goodwill-visit-3576.html

North East

IED in Imphal on Puja Pandal     

A policeman was killed over 20 civilians injured when a powerful IED exploded at a crowded place at Mahatma Gandhi Avenue.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/ied-in-imphal-on-puja-pandal-3574.html

Disaster management in India

10th Formation Day of NDMA

National Disaster Management Authority to be revamped shortly.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/10th-formation-day-of-ndma-3562.html

Modi US Visit

Joint Statement during the visit of Indian Prime Minister to USA

The leaders welcomed the first meeting under the framework of the Defense Trade and Technology Initiative in September 2014 and endorsed its decision to establish a Task Force to expeditiously evaluate and decide on unique projects and technologies which would have a transformative impact on bilateral defense relations and enhance India's defense industry and military capabilities.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/joint-statement-during-the-visit-of-prime-minister-to-usa-3573.html

Joint Editorial Modi and Obama              

Still, the true potential of our relationship has yet to be fully realized.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/joint-editorial-modi-and-obama-3567.html

PM’s address and interaction at Council on Foreign Relations

In reply to a question on non-alignment and India`s foreign policy, Shri Narendra Modi said that in the 21st century, the world was interdependent, and all countries had a stake in each other`s welfare.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/pms-address-and-interaction-at-council-on-foreign-relations-i-3568.html

India China LAC

India-China Border Stand Off Over         

Both sides pull back after protracted flag meetings, summit and ministerial dialogue

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/india-china-border-stand-off-over-3569.html

Shanghai Cooperation Organisation

India’s entry into SCO to affect the regional security

Waheed Rahimi says SCO will offer India full membership status benefiting regional security

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/indias-entry-into-sco-to-affect-the-regional-security-3572.html

Sri Lanka India Fishermen Issue

Sri Lankan President orders the release of 76 Indian fishermen               

Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa ordered the release of 76 Indian fishermen in Sri Lankan custody.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lankan-president-orders-the-release-of-76-indian-fishermen-3570.html

Myanmar Army Ethnic Relations

Tatmadaw not at fault for DKBA clashes

Hein Ko Soe, Kyal Pyar say government troops are not to be blamed for recent outbreak of fighting between  Democratic Karen Benevolent Army and Tatmadaw

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/tatmadaw-not-at-fault-for-dkba-clashes-3571.html