Industrial Security Best Seller

Synopsis - Book Industrial and Infrastructure Security Part I and II

This book by veteran Col N Bhatia who was also consultant with the IB is a must have for all industrial establishments small and large across the country

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/synopsis---book-industrial-and-infrastructure-security-part-i-and-ii-3813.html

Afghanistan

Kabul District Heavily Guarded After Attacks

An upscale neighborhood in the Afghan capital Kabul being guarded by ASF after Taliban attacks.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/kabul-district-heavily-guarded-after-attack-3918.html

NATO-led Resolute Support Mission in Afghanistan

Mission of ISAF will complete end of 2014 training advice and assistance for ASF will continue.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/nato-led-resolute-support-mission-in-afghanistan-3920.html

Pakistan

Pakistan’s Polio Vaccination Drive in Doubt Amid Continuing Violence

Within  past two years suspected religious fanatics have gunned down more than 65 polio vaccinators in Pakistan.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistans-polio-vaccination-drive-in-doubt-amid-continuing-violence-3919.html

India Disaster Management

Training for Disaster Management

Personnel deployed in National disaster Response Force are being trained regularly

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/training-for-disaster-management-3912.html

North East Militants Tax Collection

ZUF warns rivals of dire consequences if they do not relent

ZUF warned tax collectors of rival groups and informers operating in their area.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/zuf-warns-rivals-of-dire-consequences-if-they-do-not-relent-3914.html

Internal Security Cooperation

India Thailand Internal Security Cooperation

Shri Kiren Rijiju called on Interior Minister of  Royal Kingdom of Thailand General Anupong Paochinda in Bangkok and highlighted network of NE groups in the country

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/india-thailand-internal-security-cooperation-3916.html

PLA Navy in IOR

China says no truth in reports of overseas military bases, submarine docking in Sri Lanka routine

China dismissed Indian media reports of establishing naval bases in Indian Ocean countries including Sri Lanka.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/china-says-no-truth-in-reports-of-overseas-military-bases-submarine-docking-in-sri-lanka-routine-3908.html

India Border Issues

Resolution to Border Issues

Ceasefire along India-Pakistan border in J&K along the LoC and IB came into effect from night of 25/26 November 2003.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/resolution-to-border-issues-3903.html

Violations of India’s Borders by Neighbouring Countries

Ceasefire along India-Pakistan border in J&K along the LoC and IB came into effect from night of 25/26 November 2003.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/violations-of-indias-borders-by-neighbouring-countries-3904.html

India Russia Defence Cooperation

Exercise “Avia Indra I”

India Russia Air Force Exercise Concludes

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/exercise-avia-indra-i-3909.html

Manipur - Militancy

UNLF claims successful attacks under ‘Operation Araaba’

The proscribed UNLF of Manipur claimed responsibility of attacks against security forces.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/unlf-claims-successful-attacks-under-%E2%80%98operation-araaba-3906.html

Sri Lanka Presidential Elections

Fielding a common opposition candidate for Sri Lanka presidency is an unprecedented move of solidarity - UNP           

Issuing statement UNP said move is an indication of dire situation the country.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/fielding-a-common-opposition-candidate-for-sri-lanka-presidency-is-an-unprecedented-move-of-solidarity---unp-3907.html

Internal Security India

Shortage of CAPF Personnel

Central Government provides additional battalions of CAPFs to LWE affected states.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/shortage-of-capf-personnel-3902.html

First Analysis of SAARC Summit

18th SAARC: Regional Diplomacy Primer for Modi Government

In a review of the 18^th SAARC summit Rahul Bhonsle outlines the choices ahead before the Modi government in the greatest challenge that it faces - regional diplomacy

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/18th-saarc-regional-diplomacy-primer-for-modi-government-3905.html

India Border Issues

Military Hotline between India and China

MOD India Says, It is being seriously considered to establish hotline connection between military headquarters of India and China.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/military-hotline-between-india-and-china-3893.html

Development of Marine Commandos for Checking Infiltration

Surveillance and patrolling along coasts is carried in accordance with threat perception and security needs says the government on eve of 26/11

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/development-of-marine-commandos-for-checking-infiltration-3894.html

India Defence Production

Ordnance Factory Project at Nalanda, Bihar

Project setting up Ordnance Factory at Nalanda, Bihar was originally sanctioned by Government in 2001 for 155 mm ammunition but remains in limbo

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/ordnance-factory-project-at-nalanda-bihar-3895.html

Myanmar Cease Fire

Nationwide Myanmar ceasefire agreement meet postponed following Kachin deaths

Phanida outlines the reasons for postponement of the nation wide cease fire meet

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/nationwide-myanmar-ceasefire-agreement-meet-postponed-following-kachin-deaths-3899.html

Maldives China Relations

Maldivian journalists told that China will not interfere with Maldives’ sovereignty

Maldivian journalists in China been told that country will not interfere in domestic affairs of Maldives.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/maldivian-journalists-told-that-china-will-not-interfere-with-maldives-sovereignty-3900.html

Indian Internal Security

Expenditure on Deployment of CAPF

As per the extant policy State Governments  required to bear the deployment charges of CAPFs deployed in their states except J& K, North East and Himachal Pradesh who pay only 10 %

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/expenditure-on-deployment-of-capf-3901.html

ISIS

The Islamic State Reshapes the Middle East

George Friedman outlines how the ISIS is reshaping ties in the Middle East even as Nuclear talks with Iran failed to yield an agreement but deadline for deal has been extended without a hitch.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/the-islamic-state-reshapes-the-middle-east-3891.html

Recruitment of ISIS from India

There are intelligence inputs that a few Indian youth have left the country to join the ISIS says the government in the parliament

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/recruitment-of-isis-3898.html

Jammu and Kashmir Elections

70% voter turnout in first phase: CEO

YOGESH SAGOTRA of Greater Kashmir outlines the trends of first phase of assembly elections in 15 constituencies of J&K recorded brisk voter turnout of 70 percent.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/70-voter-turnout-in-first-phase-ceo-3892.html

Defence Production in India

Co-Opting Private Sector in Production of Defence Equipment

The Defence Production Policy, 2011 aims at achieving substantive self-reliance by coopting the private sector

www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/co-opting-private-sector-in-production-of-defence-equipment-3896.html

Naxalism

Surrender and Rehabilitation Policy

To bring Left Wing Extremists into mainstream State Governments have their own surrender and rehabilitation policies.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/naxalism/surrender-and-rehabilitation-policy-3897.html

Myanmar Constitution

Myanmar Military Chief Denies Presidency Ban Targets Aung San Suu Kyi

The military chief of Myanmar told VOA constitutional clause barring Aung San Suu Kyi from becoming president.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmar-military-chief-denies-presidency-ban-targets-aung-san-suu-kyi-3885.html

China’s Zuhai Air Show

China wraps up air show with record deals claims China Military Online

China wrapped up its air show in the southern port city of Zhuhai, Guangdong Province.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/china-wraps-up-air-show-with-record-deals-3886.html

Defence Cooperation – Border Relations

Indian military delegation visits PLA Chengdu MAC

Delegation of Eastern Command of Indian Army paid friendly visit to Chengdu Military Area Command (MAC). Army Commander led the delegation.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indian-military-delegation-visits-pla-chengdu-mac-3888.html

Chief of the Air Staff to Visit Indonesia

Indian  Air Chief will be on a visit to Indonesia to enhance bilateral cooperation

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/chief-of-the-air-staff-to-visit-indonesia-3880.html

Joint military exercise between Sri Lanka and India armies concludes

Joint military exercise between the special forces of Indian Army and Sri Lanka Army concluded Sunday.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/joint-military-exercise-between-sri-lanka-and-india-armies-concludes-3889.html

Avia Indra Joint Indo-Russia Exercise Enters Operational Phase

Avia Indra I Phase II joint Indo-Russian exercise underway at Air Force Station Halwara.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/avia-indra-joint-indo-russia-exercise-enters-operational-phase-3890.html

India Myanmar Connectivity

Improvement in connectivity between India and Myanmar

Importance of improvement of connectivity highlighted

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/improvement-in-connectivity-between-india-and-myanmar-3881.html

China’s Asia Pacific Military Diplomacy

Regional military chiefs hail Beijing's security proposal  claims China Military Online

China proposed that disputes in Asia-Pacific region be tackled by an efficient crisis management, control mechanisms.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/regional-military-chiefs-hail-beijings-security-proposal-3887.html

Islamic State in South Asia

The Maldives-Syria Connection – Jihad in Paradise?

Large number of Maldivians in Syria and Iraq fighting with ISIS a worry

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/the-maldives-syria-connection-%E2%80%93-jihad-in-paradise-terrorism-monitor-3882.html

Coastal Security – Maritime Domain Awareness

Indian Navy Unfolds NC3I Network

Integrated network to link coastal and naval stations in a single grid

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/indian-navy-unfolds-nc3i-network-3884.html

Terrorism

AQIS Network in Bangladesh –India – Myanmar

Contours of network of the AQIS in Bangladesh, India and Myanmar identifying the main groups and the area of attempted influence

http://www.slideshare.net/RahulBhonsle/aqis-affiliates-bangla-indiamyanmar

Act East Policy and North East

Majority in NE want BCIM economic corridor: Survey

Majority of informed people in northeast India feel BCIM economic corridor will benefit region’s economy.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/majority-in-ne-want-bcim-economic-corridor-survey-3877.html

Cyber Security Infrastructure Challenges

An Unprecedented Look at Stuxnet, the World’s First Digital Weapon

Stuxnet is not like any other virus that hijacked targeted computers or stealing information from them.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/iw-cyber-security/an-unprecedented-look-at-stuxnet-the-worlds-first-digital-weapon-3864.html

UN Meets

Sri Lanka designated to chair 2015 UN meeting on the conventional weapons

Ambassador Ravinatha Aryasinha, Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the UN in Geneva, succeeds Ambassador Remigiusz A. Henczel, the Permanent Representative of Poland to the UN in Geneva.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-designated-to-chair-2015-un-meeting-on-the-conventional-weapons-3845.html

EBOLA

Indian Government Press Note on Ebola

Government highlights threat and measures undertkaken in the wake of a passenger apprehended at the airport

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/indian-government-press-note-on-ebola-3879.html

Flyme flight makes emergency landing after bomb threat in Maldives

Zaheena Rasheed outlines the increasing threat of terror in the atoll nation.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/flyme-flight-makes-emergency-landing-after-bomb-threat-3883.html

Prime Minister’s Diplomatic Slam Dunk

PM Blogs on his visit to Myanmar, Australia and Fiji

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has blogged on his recent visit to Myanmar, Australia and Fiji.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/pm-blogs-on-his-visit-to-myanmar-australia-and-fiji-3873.html

Official Version Prime Minister's invitation to US President

Official Spokesperson's response to a question on Prime Minister's invitation to US President to attend the Republic Day as Chief Guest

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/official-version-prime-ministers-invitation-to-us-president-3876.html

India Defence

Presidenti Pranab Mukherjee on India's Defence Policy

Speech by the president of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee at the president’s standard presentation to 115 helicopter unit and 26 squadron

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/presidenti-pranab-mukherjee-on-indias-defence-policy-3874.html

Defence Minister promises delivery , ensure transparency

Prime Minister Narendra Modi appointed Manohar Parrikar as the new Defence Minister.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/defence-minister-promises-delivery-ensure-transparency-3862.html

Manipur – Tourism Festival in Militancy Affected State

Sangai Festival 2014 begins with a glittering opening ceremony

Ibobi appealed to people of the State to extend cooperation in making festival a grand success.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/sangai-festival-2014-begins-with-a-glittering-opening-ceremony-3875.html

Bhutan Joining UN Peacekeeping

Six Bhutan police officers on a year-long assignment at UNMIL

Six police officers including one women officer will be soon leaving foryear-long assignment at  United Nations Mission in Liberia.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/six-bhutan-police-officers-on-a-year-long-assignment-at-unmil-3878.html

Sri Lanka China Defence Relations

Second Chinese submarine docking in Lanka perturbed India

A Chinese submarine Changzheng 2, has again docked at the Colombo port for the second time

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/chinese-submarine-docking-in-lanka-perturbed-india-3863.html

India Defence

List of Tasks for New Defence Minister of India

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar made strong commitment that he will not allow country to be defenseless.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/list-of-tasks-for-new-defence-minister-of-india-3861.html

Defence Exports Prospects

BrahMos New Missile Plans, Exports

BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited joint venture is planning new developments and proposes exports.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/brahmos-new-missile-plans-exports-3865.html

Global Terrorism

IEP study finds global terror deaths up 61%

IEP said the number of people killed globally in terrorist attacks jumped by 61% in 2013.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/iep-study-finds-global-terror-deaths-up-61-3866.html

UAE and Saudi War on Muslim Brotherhood

Stratfor analysis says Gulf Arab Sheikhdoms suppression of non violent Muslim Brotherhood affiliated organizations will backfire

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/uae-and-saudi-war-on-muslim-brotherhood-3867.html

Myanmar Reforms

Interview With Myanmar President Thein Sein

Responding to critics who say political changes have stalled in Myanmar, the president countered that the country is now in what he called “the third wave of reform.”

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/interview-with-myanmar-president-thein-sein-3869.html

Sri Lanka Presidential Elections

Sri Lankan President's announcement of a third term

Government Printer Lalith De Silva said gazette announcement has been forwarded to Presidential Secretariat.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lankan-presidents-announcement-of-a-third-term-3871.html

Maldives Politics

Yameen pledges to end violent crime at ‘Successful 365 Days’ rally

The PPM will rebuild devastated nation through job opportunities for the youth and a crackdown on violent crime.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/yameen-pledges-to-end-violent-crime-at-%E2%80%98successful-365-days-rally-3872.html

Myanmar Ethnic Conflict

Myanmar Stages Surprise Attack on Kachin; 20 Dead

Ethnic Kachin rebels in Myanmar say government attacked their headquarters and military training school.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmar-stages-surprise-attack-on-kachin;-20-dead-3858.html

Sri Lanka – Chinese Presence

Report on establishment of a Chinese naval base stirs Sri Lanka parliament

A report in Namibian newspaper that China planning to establish 18 naval bases in Indian Ocean regions.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/report-on-establishment-of-a-chinese-naval-base-stirs-sri-lanka-parliament-3859.html

India Pakistan Tensions

Pak – India confrontation unlikely but fears looms large

Past months witnessed tension between India and Pakistan ,though Experts ruled out confrontation escalating out of control.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pak-%E2%80%93-india-confrontation-unlikely-but-fears-looms-large-3860.html

Sri Lanka Demining.

Sri Lanka ready to share experience in demining

Demining continues to take place as the number of mines and IEDs laid by the LTTE was extensive and their locations unknown.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-ready-to-share-experience-in-demining-3837.html

Myanmar and ASEAN

Myanmar hands over ASEAN chair to Malaysia for 2015

President U Thein Sein ceremonially handed over the position of the ASEAN chair to Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak at the end of the 25th ASEAN Summit.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmar-hands-over-asean-chair-to-malaysia-for-2015-3838.html

Sri Lanka – Human Rights Issues

Solheim issues reply to Sri Lanka President on allegations of funding LTTE

Solheim noted that Norway made economic resources available to the LTTE peace secretariat.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/solheim-issues-reply-to-sri-lanka-president-on-allegations-of-funding-ltte-3851.html

Maldives Government

President Yameen’s anniversary – The Year in Review

Moving from the West to China, rising fundamentalism and poor public safety

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/president-yameens-anniversary-%E2%80%93-the-year-in-review-3852.html

India in Asia Pacific

PM Modi Makes India's Asia Pacific Pitch

Text of Prime Minister's remarks at Pacific Island Leaders Meeting

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/pm-modi-makes-indias-asia-pacific-pitch-3857.html

IOR Geopolitics

President Yameen slams “Western colonial powers,” declares foreign policy shift to East

The European Union imposed restrictions on Maldivian export of canned tuna for refusing to change or abandon Islamic principles.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/president-yameen-slams-western-colonial-powers-declares-foreign-policy-shift-to-east-3822.html

India Sri Lanka Relations

Indian fishermen in Sri Lanka death row withdraw appeal Released

Indian fishermen in Sri Lanka death row withdrew appeal filed on behalf of them in Sri Lanka's Court.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/indian-fishermen-in-sri-lanka-death-row-withdraw-appeal-released-3856.html

North East Insurgency

12 personnel injured in ambush on Assam Rifles convoy at Tamenglong

At least 12 personnel of 13th Assam Rifles injured when a convoy  was ambush by suspected ZUF militant.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/12-personnel-injured-in-ambush-on-assam-rifles-convoy-at-tamenglong-3854.html

Disaster Management Developments

Union Home Minister announces Disaster Response Medal

Union Home Minister announced ‘Disaster Response Medal’ to forces involved in Disaster Management.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/union-home-minister-announces-disaster-response-medal-3855.html

Nepal government creating new disaster management arm

Kosh Raj Koirala says government is moving to establish a National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC)

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/nepal-government-creating-new-disaster-management-arm-3831.html

Myanmar Constitution

No change to electoral system ahead of 2015 elections, says Myanmar parliament

Win Ko Ko Latt Ahead of the 2015 general elections, debate has centred on whether the current electoral system is best for Myanmar or whether the idea of proportional representation should be considered.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/no-change-to-electoral-system-ahead-of-2015-elections-says-parliament-3844.html

Defence Communications

Defence Communication Seminar (DEFCOM) 2014 – Future Communications Architecture

Rahul Bhonsle outlines the need for a unified communication and information architecture that can effectively plug in different systems and devices seamlessly in secure mode in the future.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/defence-communication-seminar-defcom-2014-%E2%80%93-future-communications-architecture-3848.html

Pakistan Counter Terrorism

Pakistan: Moving Beyond Constricted Terrorism Vision               

Sartaj Aziz’s statements reveal that Pakistan has not moved beyond the narrative that terrorism was imposed on it by the United States war on terror

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistan-moving-beyond-constricted-terrorism-vision-3849.html

Pakistan Military Pledges to Eliminate Terrorists

The Waziristan operation has uprooted around one million people now living in temporary shelters in Pakistani cities.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistan-military-pledges-to-eliminate-terrorists-3843.html

National Unity

Qaumi Ekta Week will be observed from 19th to 25th November, 2014 in India

Home Minister Shri Rajnath Singh has asked Central and State Govts to organise and celebrate the “Qaumi Ekta Week”.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/qaumi-ekta-week-will-be-observed-from-19th-to-25th-november-2014-3850.html

New Security Architectures in the Indian Ocean Region

Framework for Security Cooperation between India and Australia

Engaging Australia in the Defence and Security Gridlock

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/framework-for-security-cooperation-between-india-and-australia-3853.html

Regional superpowers to participate in Sri Lanka's defense confab

Sri Lanka will initiate and host the inaugural South and Southeast Asian Nations (SASEAN) Defense Chiefs' Dialogue- 2014 

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/regional-superpowers-to-participate-in-sri-lankas-defense-confab-3846.html

Peace Process in Myanmar

Deadlock or the last hurdle for peacemaking in Myanmar

Trouble in Myanmar Peace Process

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/deadlock-or-the-last-hurdle-for-peacemaking-3830.html

INDIAN ARMED FORCES – DEFENCE COOPERATION SPECIAL

Joint Military Exercise Hand-in-Hand 2014 Begins

The Fourth India China Joint Training Exercise Hand-in- Hand 2014 commenced at Pune on 17 November 2014

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/joint-military-exercise-hand-in-hand-2014-begins-3841.html

Russian Air Force Delegation Arrives at India for Indo-Russian Exercise

Russian Federation Air Force (RFAF), Colonel General Viktor Nikolaevich Bondarev, who called on Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan)

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/russian-air-force-delegation-arrives-at-india-for-indo-russian-exercise-3842.html

Indian Naval Ship Teg Visits Nacala, Mozambique

The goodwill visit is aimed at strengthening the existing bonds of friendship between the two nations.

http://www.security-risks.com/news/indian-naval-ship-teg-visits-nacala-mozambique-539.html

India to gift AL helicopter to Nepal

Sources at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nepal Army and the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu confirmed the Indian assistance

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/india-to-gift-al-helicopter-to-nepal-3847.html

India to conduct third medical camp this year, in Huvadhoo atoll

Indian doctors arrived in Maldives in order to conduct medical camps in Huvadhoo Atoll.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/india-to-conduct-third-medical-camp-this-year-in-huvadhoo-atoll-3821.html

India downplays China's subs docking in Sri Lanka

Indian Navy Chief downplays sub docking

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/india-downplays-chinas-subs-docking-in-sri-lanka-3833.html

Defence Communication Seminar (DEFCOM) 2014         

DEFCOM 2014 is being conducted over a period of two days i.e. on 17 & 18 Nov 2014 at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt, New Delhi.

http://www.security-risks.com/news/defence-communication-seminar-defcom-2014-540.html

Afghan Post 2014

Afghan commandos respond to call of duty

The Afghan commandos based in Helmand Province have been fighting heavily in northern districts, including Sangin over the past year.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/afghan-commandos-respond-to-call-of-duty-3835.html

India Nepal  Defence Relations

India COAS Conferred with Title of Honorary Rank of General of Nepal Army

General Dalbir Singh is in Nepal on a four-day official visit at the invitation of his counterpart, General Guarav Sumsher Rana.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/india-coas-conferred-with-title-of-honorary-rank-of-general-of-nepal-army-3836.html

Left Wing Extremism

Left Wing Extremism discussed in the consultative committee meeting

LWE still remains the biggest threat to our internal security and nation building process.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/naxalism/left-wing-extremism-discussed-in-the-consultative-committee-meeting-3826.html

Sri Lanka Presidential Elections

Massive crowd to campaign for abolishing executive presidency in Sri LankaSri Lanka's national movement National Council for a Clean Tomorrow

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/massive-crowd-to-campaign-for-abolishing-executive-presidency-in-sri-lanka-3828.html

Pakistan Politics

Arrest Warrants Issued Against Pakistani Opposition Leaders

More conspiracy in politics in Pakistan?

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/arrest-warrants-issued-against-pakistani-opposition-leaders-3832.html

India Defence

India Successful Flight Testing of LR SAM Missile

The Long Range Surface to Air Missile (LRSAM) is successfully flight tested.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/india-successful-flight-testing-of-lr-sam-missile-3818.html

Myanmar Ethnic Talks

Necessary to find common ground to reach ceasefire agreement, says Suu Kyi

Although the government and ethnic armed groups have different demands that must be met in order to settle on a national ceasefire agreement,

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/necessary-to-find-common-ground-to-reach-ceasefire-agreement-says-suu-kyi-3834.html

Indian Air Force to Organise Placement Fair 2014

On 14 and 15 November, a golden opportunity for ESM from Air Force

http://www.security-risks.com/news/indian-air-force-to-organise-placement-fair-2014-538.html

President on National Security

President Address to NDC course

National security demands a multi-dimensional, and a systematic and holistic approach.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/president-address-to-ndc-course-3827.html

India’s Defence Cooperation Pardigm

Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha Meets Chief of Singapore Air Force

Major General Hoo Cher Mou, Chief of the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) arrived in New Delhi.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/air-chief-marshal-arup-raha-meets-chief-of-singapore-air-force-3825.html

Rear Admiral Jon Thornqvist Chief of Staff Royal Swedish Navy along with his delegation is on an official visit to India.

Chief of Staff Swedish Royal Navy along with his delegation on an official visit to India.

http://www.security-risks.com/news/visit-of-chief-of-staff-royal-swedish-navy-537.html

Indian defense delegation on familiarization tour in Sri Lanka

A 20-member military delegation of the Army War College of India is currently visiting Sri Lanka.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/indian-defense-delegation-on-familiarization-tour-in-sri-lanka-3819.html

Pakistan Russia Defence Technical Cooperation

Deal to sell MI-35 helicopters 'politically approved': Russian envoy to Pakistan

India had long been Russia’s ‘exclusive military technical cooperation partner’.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/deal-to-sell-mi-35-helicopters-politically-approved-russian-envoy-3829.html

North East Violence

Two AR personnel killed, 3 critically injured in ambush near Indo-Myanmar border

At least two personnel of 26 Assam Rifles have been killed and three others critically injured.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/two-ar-personnel-killed-3-critically-injured-in-ambush-near-indo-myanmar-border-3824.html

A CENTURY OF TURMOIL IN WESTERN ASIA: SOME PITFALLS OF NATIONALISM

Indian Vice PresidentHamid Ansari text of the ‘43rd Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Memorial Lecture’ delivered by the Vice President of India Shri M. Hamid Ansari on “A Century of Turmoil in Western Asia: Some Pitfalls of Nationalism” organized by Indian Council of Cultural Relations (ICCR)

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/a-century-of-turmoil-in-western-asia-some-pitfalls-of-nationalism-3817.html

Synopsis - Book Industrial and Infrastructure Security Part I and II

This book by veteran Col N Bhatia who was also consultant with the IB is a must have for all industrial establishments small and large across the country

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/synopsis---book-industrial-and-infrastructure-security-part-i-and-ii-3813.html

Ethnic groups demand federal union on equal terms

Kyal Pyar Ethnic groups are demanding equal rights in Myanmar.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/ethnic-groups-demand-federal-union-on-equal-terms-3806.html

IMB notes concern over small tanker attacks in SE Asia

The latest IMB Report on Piracy outlines that overall threat has gone down globally

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/imb-notes-concern-over-small-tanker-attacks-in-se-asia-3812.html

Xi orders change in oversight of army

The auditing office of the army will be under the direct management of the Central Military Commission, the country's top military decision-making and command organ, a move that experts say will greatly enhance supervision of the army. The office was formerly managed by the PLA General Logistics Department.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/xi-orders-change-in-oversight-of-army-3814.html

Systematic equipment of PLA Air Force on show for first time in Zhuhai              

The Chinese People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) will organize a systematic equipment show at the 10th China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition (Zhuhai) and Chinese pilots will stage flight performances with Y-20, KJ-2000, KJ-200 and other new airplanes

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/systematic-equipment-of-pla-air-force-on-show-for-first-time-in-zhuhai-3815.html

Cutting-edge homemade PLA weaponry to debut at China air show

 The China North Industries Group Corporation (NORINCO GROUP) will participate in the 2014 China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition (China air show 2014) on a large scale as the host for the first time.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/cutting-edge-homemade-pla-weaponry-to-debut-at-china-air-show-3816.html

ISIL and the Communitarian concern: How India Responds?

Dr. Manan Dwivedi, Assistant Professor in International Relations and International Organizations, outlines the international cauldron seems to be simmering anew with the advent of novae terror groups spawning ferment in South Asia, Middle East and Northern Africa as the three regions.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/isil-and-the-communitarian-concern-how-india-responds-3811.html

Government is Taking all Steps to Create Matching Infrastructure on Our Side: Arun Jaitley

Shri Jaitley said our immediate neighbours enhanced infrastructure in proximity to borders.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/government-is-taking-all-steps-to-create-matching-infrastructure-on-our-side-arun-jaitley-3799.html

Leaked ASEAN chairman’s statement will not be amended

U Aung Lin told Mizzima that Myanmar office will not amend leaked draft of the ASEAN chairman's statement.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/leaked-asean-chairmans-statement-will-not-be-amended-3810.html

INS Tarasa Becomes ‘PS Constant’ as Indo-Seychelles Bridges become Stronger

INS Tarasa was formally transferred from Indian Navy to Seychelles Coast Guard.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/ins-tarasa-becomes-%E2%80%98ps-constant-as-indo-seychelles-bridges-become-stronger-3804.html

Rajnath Singh meets Israeli Defence Minister Moshe Ya’alon

Shri Rajnath Singh met Israeli Prime Minister, Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/rajnath-singh-meets-israeli-defence-minister-moshe-yaalon-3805.html

Maldivian jihadist fighter dies in Syria

Maldivian jihadist fighter has died in Syria Bilad al Sham Media has revealed.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/maldivian-jihadist-fighter-dies-in-syria-3807.html

India denies having discussed New Silk Road initiative with China

The Indian government has moved to correct suggestions made in the Maldives parliament joining China’s New Silk Road initiative.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/india-denies-having-discussed-new-silk-road-initiative-with-china-3808.html