India Defence Budget 2015-16 – the First Cut

A Disappointing Defence Budget 2015-16

http://www.security-risks.com/news/disappointing-defence-budget-2015-16-555.html

China Sri Lanka Relations

Sri Lanka agrees to consult China on Chinese funded projects, assures investors

www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-agrees-to-consult-china-on-chinese-funded-projects-assures-investors-4407.html

ISIS and India

India bans ISIS

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/india-bans-isis-4409.html

Counter Naxalism – Development Efforts

Skill Development in Naxal affected areas

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/naxalism/skill-development-in-naxal-affected-areas-4400.html

NH Projects in Naxal Affected Areas          

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/naxalism/nh-projects-in-naxal-affected-areas-4404.html

India Defence Industry

Private sector cashing in on 'Make in India

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/private-sector-cashing-in-on-make-in-india-4401.html

Indo US  Defence Cooperation

India-US DTTI joint working group to meet in February last week

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/india-us-dtti-joint-working-group-to-meet-in-february-last-week-4402.html

Delhi Police launches ‘Himmat’ mobile apps – Must for Women traveling post Dusk

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/iw-cyber-security/delhi-police-launches-%E2%80%98himmat-mobile-apps-4399.html

Also See Do’s and Don’ts for Women’s Security in India

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/dos-donts-womens-security-in-india-2299.html

Reconnecting with Pak??

‘SAARC Yatra’ by Foreign Secretary           

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/%E2%80%98saarc-yatra-by-foreign-secretary-4396.html

Also Read http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/indian-foreign-secretarys-saarc-yatra-4342.html

Sri Lanka Reviewing Peace Building

South Africa to share reconciliation and nation building experience with Sri Lanka

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/south-africa-to-share-reconciliation-and-nation-building-experience-with-sri-lanka-4397.html

GEOPOLITICS

Reva Bhalla - The Intersection of Three Crises – Ukraine, Iran and Greece

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/the-intersection-of-three-crises-4393.html

Lithuania urges India to use clout with Russia

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/lithuania-urges-india-to-use-clout-wtih-russia-4376.html

Jammu and Kashmir

Non Deletion of Article 370 of the Constitution confirmed

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/non-deletion-of-article-370-of-the-constitution-4398.html

Indian Army – Night Fighting Capability

New Night Vision Technology for Army Tanks

Alpha Design Technologies (ADT) upgrades T-72 Main Battle Tanks with new night vision technology.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/new-night-vision-technology-for-army-tanks-4379.html

Indian Veterans

Setting up of Veterans Commission in India

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/setting-up-of-veterans-commission-4388.html

Bhutan

Activities of Monasteries in Bhutan

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/activities-of-monasteries-in-bhutan-4392.html

Naxalism

External Assistance to Naxalites

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/naxalism/external-assistance-to-naxalites-4394.html

Maldives Political Crisis

EU, UN join international chorus of concern over Nasheed’s arrest, terrorism trial

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/eu-un-join-international-chorus-of-concern-over-nasheeds-arrest-terrorism-trial-4395.html

Myanmar Ethnic  Conflct

Kokang armed group calls for talks with government

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/kokang-armed-group-calls-for-talks-with-government-4384.html

India in Afghanistan

How Father Alexis was released in Afghanistan

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/father-alexis-released-in-afghanistan-4373.html

Indo US Defence Cooperation

US Export Control Reform may facilitate defence sales to India – Fact Sheet

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/export-control-reform-marks-one-year-of-progress-fact-sheet-4374.html

India Defence and Foreign Policy

India President's Address - Defence and Security Issues

Terrorism and Left Wing Extremism pose a grave challenge to the internal security of our nation.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/presidents-address---defence-and-security-issues-4387.html

Indian President's Address - Foreign Policy Issues

President highlights key foreign policy tracks of Modi Government

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/presidents-address---foreign-policy-issues-4386.html

India Defence Cooperation

Indian Navy Chief visit to Bangladesh

Admiral RK Dhowan, Chief of Naval Staff is on an official visit to Bangladesh from 23 to 26 Feb 15.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indian-navy-chief-visit-to-bangladesh-4381.html

Exercise Surya Kiran VIII Commences in Nepal

Eighth India-Nepal Battalion level Combined Military Training named  Exercise Surya Kiran-VIII commenced on 23 Feb 15 at Saljhandi Nepal.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/exercise-surya-kiran-viii-commences-in-nepal-4382.html

India Indonesia Joint Exercise Terminates

Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI-III, the 3rd exercise in the on going series of joint exercises between armies of India and Indonesia.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/india-indonesia-joint-exercise-terminates-4369.html

Indian Navy Aircraft Carrier

INS Vikramaditya carrier operations crippled says Hindu

INS Vikramaditya  aircraft carrier’s operation is crippled reports The Hindu.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/ins-vikramaditya-carrier-operations-crippled-says-hindu-4380.html

Maldives Political Crisis

Why we must object to the farce of a ‘trial’ against Nasheed

Aishath Velezinee outlines why arrest of former President of Maldives, Mohamed Nasheed, needs to be resisted by civil society.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/why-we-must-object-to-the-farce-of-a-%E2%80%98trial-against-nasheed-4385.html

Maldives Political Crisis

Police arrest former President Mohamed Nasheed ahead of terrorism trial

Political crisis deepens in Maldives as Minivan News reports arrest of Nasheed

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/police-arrest-former-president-mohamed-nasheed-ahead-of-terrorism-trial-4372.html

China in South Asia

China to finance 10 major projects in Bangladesh

In deepening its ties with Bangladesh the Chinese government has agreed to finance 10 large infrastructure projects.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/china-to-finance-10-major-projects-in-bangladesh-4343.html

China welcomes constant growth of relations between Sri Lanka and India

China's Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday that both Sri Lanka and India are important and friendly neighbors.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/china-welcomes-constant-growth-of-relations-between-sri-lanka-and-india-4351.html

Afghanistan

Weak but not defeated – the Taliban in Afghanistan

Weaken Taliban is unlikely to match  strength and capabilities of ANSF reports Pajhwok

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/weak-but-not-defeated-%E2%80%93-the-taliban-in-afghanistan-4344.html

J & K Youth & Monitoring of Disaster

Training & Recruitment Drive in J&K to Reach out to Youth under Udaan       

National Skill Development Corporation and the Ministry of Home Affairs are undertaking special recruitment drive in Kupwara.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/training-recruitment-drive-in-jk-to-reach-out-to-youth-under-udaan-4349.html

NCMC reviews situation of blockage on Phuktal River in J&K

NCMC met under the Chairmanship of Shri Ajit Seth to discuss situation arising out of blockage of Phuktal River.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/ncmc-reviews-situation-of-blockage-on-phuktal-river-in-jk-4366.html

Myanmar Kokang Battles

Parliament denounces ‘Kokang renegade’ attacks in Laukkai area         Win Ko Ko Latt, Phanida Parliament condemned actions of ‘Kokang renegades’ who attacked civilians government troops and local security forces in  Laukkai area.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/parliament-denounces-%E2%80%98kokang-renegade-attacks-in-laukkai-area-4352.html

AERO INDIA 2015 Special

IAF gives Wings to Dreams Women Officers in Sarang Team

Women officers in the Indian Air Force continue to storm new bastions.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/iaf-gives-wings-to-dreams-women-officers-in-sarang-team-4365.html

British pilots in Russian Yaks tumble and toss in air at Aero India Show

Yakovlevs four aircraft display team from UK flying Russian origin Yak aircraft debut in India at Aero India air show in Bengaluru.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/british-pilots-in-russian-yaks-tumble-and-toss-in-air-at-aero-india-show-4363.html

Slew of New Initiatives to Boost HAL Capability

Aero India 2015 exhibition is Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) torch-bearer of India’s aerospace sector in aircraft manufacturing.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/slew-of-new-initiatives-to-boost-hal-capability-4364.html

Sri Lanka Army

Major General Chrishantha de Silva appointed as Commander of Sri Lanka Army

Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena appointed Major General Chrishantha de Silva as new Commander of Sri Lanka Army.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/major-general-chrishantha-de-silva-appointed-as-commander-of-sri-lanka-army-4367.html

India China LAC

Indian, Chinese soldiers vow to maintain peace along LAC

On the occasion of Chinese Spring festival, a ceremonial border personnel meeting was held between Indian Army and PLA.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/indian-chinese-soldiers-vow-to-maintain-peace-along-lac-4368.html

India Israel Defence Relations

Defence Minister of Israel calls on PM, HM

Mr Moshe Ya`alon visiting India to participate in Aero India 2015 paid courtesy call today on Shri Narendra Modi and Shri Rajnath Singh

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/defence-minister-of-israel-calls-on-pm-hm-4361.html

Maldives Political Crisis

Hundreds march in support of President Yameen

Zaheena Rasheed writes that hundreds of young men marched in support of President Abdulla Yameen in Malé.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/hundreds-march-in-support-of-president-yameen-4362.html

Aero India 2015 - Special 

Aero India 2015 Underway in Bengaluru               

Details of Aero  India Summarised

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/aero-india-2015-underway-in-bengaluru-4357.html

Could Plan B for Rafale be Su 30 MKI?     

Rahul Bhonsle outlines the possibility of SU 30 MKI being a Plan B if Rafale deal does not work out

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/could-plan-b-for-rafale-be-su-30-mki-4358.html

IAF Chief Says Sukhoi Fleet Fit and Flying

Air chief Arup Raha underlines that Su 30 MKI fleet is now up and flying

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/iaf-chief-says-sukhoi-fleet-fit-and-flying-4359.html

Weak but not defeated – the Taliban in Afghanistan

Weaken Taliban is unlikely to match  strength and capabilities of ANSF reports Pajhwok

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/weak-but-not-defeated-%E2%80%93-the-taliban-in-afghanistan-4344.html

Training & Recruitment Drive in J&K to Reach out to Youth under Udaan       

National Skill Development Corporation and the Ministry of Home Affairs are undertaking special recruitment drive in Kupwara.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/index-1.html

China welcomes constant growth of relations between Sri Lanka and India

China's Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday that both Sri Lanka and India are important and friendly neighbors.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/china-welcomes-constant-growth-of-relations-between-sri-lanka-and-india-4351.html

Parliament denounces ‘Kokang renegade’ attacks in Laukkai area         

Win Ko Ko Latt, Phanida Parliament condemned actions of ‘Kokang renegades’ who attacked civilians government troops and local security forces in  Laukkai area.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/parliament-denounces-%E2%80%98kokang-renegade-attacks-in-laukkai-area-4352.html

Aero India 2015 Specials

Text of address by Prime Minister at Aero India Show

Aero India can be a catalyst in realizing our goals of Make in India says PM

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/text-of-address-by-prime-minister-at-aero-india-show-4353.html

Air Displays – Most Significant Draw in Aero India 2015

Flawless and Enthralling Air Display at Aero India 2015

Aero India 2015 also promises to live up to its reputation as the biggest air show in Asia.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/flawless-and-enthralling-air-display-being-ensured-at-aero-india-2015-4348.html

IAF’S Sarang Helicopter Display Team Sets Hearts Flutter

IAF Sarang Helicopter Display Team has the unique distinction of being one of only two helicopter display teams in the world.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/iafs-sarang-helicopter-display-team-sets-hearts-flutter-4345.html

SAARC Yatra

Indian Foreign Secretary's SAARC yatra

Soon after taking over as Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar will travel to Islamabad  possibly in the end of February. SAARC Yatra provides face saver to engage with Pakistan

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/indian-foreign-secretarys-saarc-yatra-4342.html

Sri Lanka  Developments

Electoral victory an opportunity to chart new direction in bilateral engagement, says President Mukherjee to Sri Lankan President

Shri Pranab Mukherjee yesterday (February 16, 2015) received His Excellency Mr. Maithripala Sirisena.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/electoral-victory-an-opportunity-to-chart-new-direction-in-bilateral-engagement-says-president-mukherjee-to-sri-lankan-president-4350.html

UNHRC grants Right Chief's request for 'one time only ' deferral of the report on Sri Lanka

A boost to the Sirisena Government

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/unhrc-grants-right-chiefs-request-for-one-time-only-deferral-of-the-report-on-sri-lanka-4346.html

Indian Border Roads

National Workshop on Border Roads

Shri Manohar Parrikar urged  private construction companies to play a big role in developing infrastructures along the border.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/national-workshop-on-border-roads-4347.html

AERO INDIA 2015

International Seminar ‘Aerospace Vision: 2050’ Gets Underway

Internationally acclaimed air show – Aero India 2015 – beginning February 18 International Seminar ‘Aerospace: Vision 2050’.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/international-seminar-%E2%80%98aerospace-vision-2050-gets-underway-4340.html

India Russia Defence Cooperation

Commander – in – Chief of the Russian Land Forces visits India

Commander-in-Chief (C-in-C) of Russian Land Forces, Col Gen Salukov Oleg Leonidovich is visiting India.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/commander-%E2%80%93-in-%E2%80%93-chief-of-the-russian-land-forces-visits-india-4339.html

India Bangladesh Defence Relations

Indian Air Force hands over 1971 Dakota aircraft to Bangladesh

IAF hands over Bangladesh aircraft used in Bangladesh’s Liberation War in 1971.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/indian-air-force-hands-over-1971-dakota-aircraft-to-bangladesh-4337.html

Sri Lanka President Visit

Sri Lanka, India agree to expand cooperation in defense, energy, trade and investment sectors

Sri Lanka and its closet neighbor India have agreed to expand cooperation in a number of sectors.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-india-agree-to-expand-cooperation-in-defense-energy-trade-and-investment-sectors-4338.html

J & K Disaster

Threat due to artificial lake in J&K

Shri Kiren Rijiju chaired high-level meeting to assess impending risk due to artificial lake created by landslide at Phuktal river

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/threat-due-to-artificial-lake-in-jk-4335.html

Afghan counter militancy

ANA Launch Clearing Operation in 13 Provinces

Afghan MoD to launch major clearing operations throughout country in order to combat insurgent groups.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/ana-launch-clearing-operation-in-13-provinces-4336.html

Media and Armed Forces in North East

AMWJU lifts ban on Assam Rifles news

AMWJU has lifted its boycott imposed on all news related to Assam Rifles with immediate effect.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/amwju-lifts-ban-on-ar-news-4334.html

Aero India 2015

Why Army Aviation will be Most Sought After in Aero India 2015?       

Rahul Bhonsle analyses why Army Aviation may be most sought after by OEMs at Aero India 2015

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/why-army-aviation-will-be-most-sought-after-in-aero-india-2015-4333.html

Supply Chain Management: Critical for Enhancing IAF Serviceability

Timely provision of spares will enhance serviceability.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/supply-chain-management-critical-for-enhancing-iaf-serviceability-4332.html

Source All top Aero India Stories here

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/index-1.html

Sri Lanka India Relations

Sri Lanka President arrives in India on his first foreign trip

President Sirisena’s trip underlines balancing relations with China

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-president-arrives-in-india-on-his-first-foreign-trip-4330.html

India, Sri Lanka fishermen talks on March 5

The Tamil Nadu government has proposed to hold next round of talks between fishermen of India and Sri Lanka in Chennai.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/india-sri-lanka-fishermen-talks-on-march-5-4307.html

India Myanmar Relations

Rajnath Singh visits India-Myanmar border

The Union Home Minister of India, Shri Rajnath Singh has visited India-Myanmar border.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/rajnath-singh-visits-india-myanmar-border-4321.html

Maldives Defence

MNDF expresses interest in buying Bangladeshi patrol boats

The Maldivian military has expressed interest in purchasing sea patrol boats from the Bangladeshi coastguard.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/mndf-expresses-interest-in-buying-bangladeshi-patrol-boats-4310.html

Myanmar Army

Tatmadaw should be guided by General Aung San, says defence chief

Senior General Min Aung Hlaing said that Tatmadaw personnel are required to follow the guidance of General Aung San.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/tatmadaw-should-be-guided-by-general-aung-san-says-defence-chief-4331.html

India Navy and Indian Ocean

Exercise TROPEX 2015

Navy conducts annual exercises, emphasis on joint operations reduced in this years TROPEX

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/exercise-tropex-2015-4326.html

ISIS and India

Latest ISIS barbarism draws scorn from Indian Muslims

ISIS's videotaped execution of captured Royal Jordanian Air Force pilot Maaz al-Kassasbeh – in which he burned to death after ISIS fighters set him on fire – has further inflamed the wrath of Indian Muslim leaders.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/latest-isis-barbarism-draws-scorn-from-indian-muslims-4329.html

Pakistan Sectarianism

Pakistan Battles Rising Sectarian Violence

According to South Asia Terrorism Portal, a website that tracks terrorism and sectarian violence in Pakistan, the country recorded 525 sectarian killings in 2013, up from 18 in 1989.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistan-battles-rising-sectarian-violence-4323.html

Maldives Politics

Maldives Opposition Demonstrations Continue

The opposition coalition will hold a third consecutive night of protest in the capital Malé.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/maldives-opposition-demonstrations-continue-4327.html

Bangladesh Unrest

Bangladesh Unrest Impacts Maitree Express

Kamran R. Chowdhury & Altaf Ahmad outline impact on unrest in Bangladesh on India including the Maitree Express

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/bangladesh-unrest-impacts-maitree-express-4328.html

North East

Plans afoot to raise two battalions in Assam and Manipur to rehabilitate insurgents

Rajnath Singh assured plans are afoot to establish two separate battalions in Assam and Manipur exclusively for surrendered militants.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/plans-afoot-to-raise-two-battalions-in-assam-and-manipur-to-rehabilitate-insurgents-4320.html

Rajnath Singh assures all possible help in repatriation of all Bru migrants

Shri Rajnath Singh has visited border areas along Chittagong Hill tracts

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/rajnath-singh-assures-all-possible-help-in-repatriation-of-all-bru-migrants-4325.html

Aero India 2015: The Lure for Foreign Companies?

Rahul Bhonsle analyses the aircraft and helicopter inventory of the Indian Armed Forces and why there are more foreign companies at Aero India 2015 than Indian?

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/aero-india-2015-the-lure-for-foreign-companies-4324.html

ISIS pull in India overestimated: Former RAW chief Alok Joshi

While noting that there are few incidents which he termed it a “stray incident” and that those have been tackled, according to Joshi the Indian security establishment's response to youth joining ISIS had been calibrated and such youth were tactically being weaned away.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/isis-pull-in-india-overestimated-former-raw-chief-alok-joshi-4315.html

Call on PM by Mr. Wang Jiarui, Minister, International Department of the CC of the Communist Party of China

Wang Jiarui, an expert in international trade is in charge of conducting foreign relations of CPC with other political parties.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/call-on-pm-by-mr.-wang-jiarui-minister-international-department-of-the-cc-of-the-communist-party-of-china-4318.html

PM speaks to the heads of SAARC Nations

In a bid to reactivate the 26 May diplomacy Mr Modi used the beginning of ICC World Cup to contact SAARC leaders including Pak PM Nawaz Sharif

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/pm-speaks-to-the-heads-of-saarc-nations-4319.html

20 Killed in Attack on Shi'ite Mosque in Pakistan

Militants attacked a Shi'ite mosque in Peshawar during Friday prayers.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/20-killed-in-attack-on-shiite-mosque-in-pakistan-4322.html

Sri Lanka to strengthen defense ties with Iran

Sri Lanka has expressed its willingness to strengthen and broaden military and defense relations with Iran.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-to-strengthen-defense-ties-with-iran-4306.html

Police deny framing Nazim as former Commissioner alleges politicization

The Maldives Police Service (MPS) denied allegations it is framing former defence minister Colonel (retired) Mohamed Nazim.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/police-deny-framing-nazim-as-former-commissioner-alleges-politicisation-4317.html

Munich Security Conference 2015

The crisis in eastern Ukraine was the dominating topic of the 51st Munich Security Conference.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/munich-security-conference-2015-4311.html

PM's address at Conference of Governors

Referring to the security scenario, the Prime Minister said that the expanding footprint of extremist and terrorist organizations in Pakistan, and their link with terror activities in India, is a major security challenge.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/pms-address-at-conference-of-governors-4312.html

Transit Camps for North East Citizens

The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju has mooted transit camp accommodation exclusively for the people of the North-Eastern Region (NER) in metropolitan and other major cities.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/transit-camps-for-north-east-citizens-4313.html

India to get US military technology in 3 key areas

US has agreed to share electro-magnetic aircraft launch system (EMALS), hot engine and extended battery man pack technologies to India

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/india-to-get-us-military-technology-in-3-key-areas-4314.html

India Rejects Maldives Media Suggestions of Support to Coup

Maldives media has reported that India was fronting sacked Defence Minister Nazim

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/india-rejects-maldives-media-suggestions-of-support-to-coup-4316.html

India wary of Sri Lanka's Northern Province resolution

India has taken note of a resolution passed by Sri Lanka's NPC calling for international investigation.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/india-wary-of-sri-lankas-northern-province-resolution-4305.html

Intense fighting continues in Shan State

Phanida Intense fighting has broken out in Laukkai between Myanmar government troops and ethnic armed forces.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/intense-fighting-continues-in-shan-state-4309.html

Indian Diplomacy

Major re-shuffle in the External Affairs Ministry

Foreign Secretary S. Jaishankar has asked PMO to return list of recommendations for key ambassadorial postings sent by Sujatha Singh.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/major-re-shuffle-in-the-external-affairs-ministry-4299.html

Indian Navy – Disaster Response

HADR Exercise by Indian Navy

Large scale Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief exercise involving more than 20 ships and various aircraft of Indian Navy conducted.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/hadr-exercise-by-indian-navy-4301.html

Counter and Deradicalisation

De-radicalization Options Being Examined by India

New Delhi is worried over reported propagation of Jihadi ideology among young Indian Muslims by outfits such as ISIS.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/de-radicalization-options-being-examined-by-india-4300.html

India Iran Relations

India Reaches Out to Iran

President of India’s message to Iranian President & Meeting of NSAs denotes next steps in expanding relations

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/india-reaches-out-to-iran-4302.html

Germany in Europe

Germany Emerges as Key Player in Europe

George Friedman says Ukraine issue has pitched Germany on the centre stage in European politics

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/germany-emerges-as-key-player-in-europe-4303.html

India Republic Day

Best  Marching Contingents Republic  Day 2015

Brigade of the Guards and Sikh Regiment Collectively Awarded Best Marching Contingents on Republic Day 2015

http://www.security-risks.com/news/best-army-marching-contiingents-2015-553.html

PLA – Primary Source News

PLA drill applies China's own GPS

China is now using indigenous Beidou  the Chinese equivalent of the United States' NAVSTAR Global Positioning System and Russia's Global Navigation Satellite System. Currently, Beidou owns 20 satellites.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-drill-applies-chinas-own-gps-4304.html

India in Asia Pacific

India looking forward to embarking upon a larger role in Asia-Pacific, says President

India Joining the Obama Asia Pacific Rebalancing?

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/india-looking-forward-to-embarking-upon-a-larger-role-in-asia-pacific-says-president-4298.html

Bangladesh Military Civil Relations

Bangladesh military denies takeover to end blockade

The military on Sunday (February 8th) denied speculation it planned to intervene to end deepening political unrest.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/bangladesh-military-denies-takeover-to-end-blockade-4297.html

Aero India

AERO India-2015: A Preview

Bolstering “Make in India” theme in defence manufacturing -- Aero India-2015 at Bengaluru.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/aero-india-2015-a-preview-4296.html

Counter Terrorism

15th International Seminar on Counter IED Strategy

NSG will conduct 15th International Seminar on Counter IED Strategy on 10th & 11th Feb 2015  at NSG Training Centre Manesar.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/15th-international-seminar-on-counter-ied-strategy-4295.html

Naxalism

Union Home Minister reviews developmental projects in LWE affected States

Shri Rajnath Singh reviewed the developmental projects in Left Wing Extremism affected States.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/naxalism/union-home-minister-reviews-developmental-projects-in-lwe-affected-states-4294.html

Myanmar Transition

EU reaffirms aid commitment to Rakhine, Kachin and Shan states

The European Union sees the need to continue providing humanitarian help to conflict-affected areas of Myanmar.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/eu-reaffirms-aid-commitment-to-rakhine-kachin-and-shan-states-4292.html

Indian Ocean Region

Iranian Navy fleet docks in Sri Lanka's Colombo Port

Iranian Navy foraying in Indian Ocean

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/iranian-navy-fleet-docks-in-sri-lankas-colombo-port-4293.html

Aero India 2015

Reports of Prime Minister to Fly in a French Fighter Jet at Aero India Denied

MOD Press  release stated that Shri Narendra Modi to fly in any fighter jet, news item is incorrect, misconceived and is not based on facts

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/reports-of-prime-minister-to-fly-in-a-french-fighter-jet-at-aero-india-denied-4287.html

Indian Navy

Indian Naval Symphonic Orchestra – 15

Indian Naval Band captured the hearts and minds of the music aficionados during an Annual Symphonic Musical Extravangza held at Siri Fort Auditorium, New Delhi on 07 Feb 15.

http://www.security-risks.com/news/indian-naval-symphonic-orchestra-%E2%80%93-15-552.html

UN Panel

UN Panel Chair on peace keeping operations

Deliberations UN Panel Chair on peace keeping operations with Indian Media

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/un-panel-chair-on-peace-keeping-operations-4288.html

SAARC Initiative

President Seeks SAARC Invitation To Be Taken forward

The President said the one adage which never goes stale in international politics is ‘You can choose your friend but not your neighbour’.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/president-seeks-saarc-invitation-to-be-taken-forward-4289.html

Indo US Nuclear Deal

FAQ Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act 2010

Negotiations by the companies are now required to finalise the agreement arrived at during the Obama visit

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/nuclear/faq-civil-liability-for-nuclear-damage-act-2010-4290.html

Media in Pakistan

YouTube In Pakistan To Stay Blocked 'Indefinitely'

Officials in Pakistan say the country's ban on YouTube is set to remain in place "indefinitely."

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/youtube-in-pakistan-to-stay-blocked-indefinitely-4291.html

North East

Sharmila describes ‘immigrant’ Stain as a booster to separatist movement

Irom Channu Sharmila described recent remark referring to north-easterners as “immigrants” in their vision document.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/sharmila-describes-bjps-%E2%80%98immigrant-as-a-booster-to-separatist-movement-4286.html

India Pakistan Relations

Evolving Indo-Pak Geo-Strategic Matrix              

Ambassador K.Gajendra Singh proposes possibility of a shift the dynamics

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/evolving-indo-pak-geo-strategic-matrix-4283.html

China’s Afghan Strategy: A Four Pronged Approach

Rahul Bhonsle outlines the four prongs high-level political support, opening channels with Taliban, exploiting all weather partner Pakistan and beefing up military presence in Xinjiang.

www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/chinas-afghan-strategy-a-four-pronged-approach-4284.html

Digitisation of Audit : Air Force on Road to E-Governance

IMMOLS of Indian Air Force received shot in arm by launch of e-audit initiative at Controller of the Defence Accounts.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/digitisation-of-audit-air-force-on-road-to-e-governance-4279.html

SSB to lead role in checking circulation of fake currency              

Shri Rajnath Singh asked Sashastra Seema Bal to take lead role in curtailing the menace of Fake Indian Currency Notes.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/ssb-to-lead-role-in-checking-circulation-of-fake-currency-4281.html

No change of status or removal of camps from Sri Lanka's North, State Defense Minister asserts

State Minister of Defense Ruwan Wijewardena asserted that National Security will remain priority of new government.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/no-change-of-status-or-removal-of-camps-from-sri-lankas-north-state-defense-minister-asserts-4282.html

Nepal's Continuing Constitutional Impasse

Deadlock on consensus or voting on differences in Constitution continues

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/nepals-continuing-constitutional-impasse-4285.html

Women’s Security

Do's & Dont's Women's Security in India

Comprehensive and practical Do’s and Don’ts now adopted by number of organisations first portrayed by Narindra Bhatia & Rahul Bhonsle

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/dos-donts-womens-security-in-india-2299.html

Indian Aero space sector

HAL Bags Rs. 1090 Crore Contract

HAL has bagged a major Defence contract for supplying 14 Do-228 aircraft produced by HAL to Indian Air Force.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/hal-bags-rs.-1090-crore-contract-4278.html

Tenth India Mongolia Joint Exercise Culminates

Another joint exercise by Indian armed forces with China’s neighbours

http://www.security-risks.com/news/tenth-india-mongolia-joint-exercise-culminates-551.html

Sri Lanka – China US Relations Reset

China attaches great importance to its ties with Sri Lanka, ready to promote strategic cooperative partnership

Xi Jinping said China attaches great importance to ties with Sri Lanka and ready to work with Sri Lanka.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/china-attaches-great-importance-to-its-ties-with-sri-lanka-ready-to-promote-strategic-cooperative-partnership-4274.html

Foreign Minister to discuss Sri Lanka - U.S. relations in Washington

Mangala Samaraweera during his first visit to US after assuming post will discuss  relations between two countries.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/foreign-minister-to-discuss-sri-lanka---u.s.-relations-in-washington-4275.html

US may request UNHRC to postpone taking up of resolution on Sri Lanka in March – report

US is considering requesting  UNHRC to postpone taking up   resolution on Sri Lanka Indian media has reported.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/us-may-request-unhrc-to-postpone-taking-up-of-resolution-on-sri-lanka-in-march---report-4276.html

Maldivians in Syria and Iraq

Three-month old Maldivian baby dies in Syria

Mohamed Saif Fathih Media sources have reported that three-month old Maldivian baby has died in Syria after being taken their with her parents.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/three-month-old-maldivian-baby-dies-in-syria-4277.html

India Disasters Funding

Union Home Minister chairs High Level Committee meeting for Central assistance to states affected by natural disasters

Shri Rajnath Singh chaired meeting of High Level Committee for Central Assistance to States under National Disaster Response Fund.

www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/union-home-minister-chairs-high-level-committee-meeting-for-central-assistance-to-states-affected-by-natural-disasters-4258.html

RIC – Rapid Re-Balancing After Obama Visit

India Reaffirms Interest in RIC (Russia, India, China) Forum

India considers the political dialogue between the Foreign Ministers of RIC as a platform for the synchronization and enhancement of the regional and International issues of mutual interest.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/india-reaffirms-interest-in-ric-russia-india-china-forumi-4271.html

Understanding Sri  Lanka Elections

Sirisena Victory and the Way Ahead

Col R Hariharan outlines the reasons by President Sirisena won despite being the underdog and how he will shape policies with India and China

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sirisena-victory-and-the-way-ahead-4272.html

Jammu and Kashmir

Rajnath Singh approves rehabilitation of flood victims and the restoration of public infrastructure in Jammu & Kashmir

Shri Rajnath Singh approved rehabilitation of flood victims and restoration of public infrastructure in J&K.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/jammu-kashmir/rajnath-singh-approves-rehabilitation-of-flood-victims-and-the-restoration-of-public-infrastructure-in-jammu-kashmir-4257.html

Afghan Insurgency

'They Told Us To Wage Jihad Against Kabul'

Afghan authorities have recently captured number of young men who were apparently planning to carry out suicide bombings

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/they-told-us-to-wage-jihad-against-kabul-4262.html

Myanmar Ethnic Insurgency.

Ethnic armed groups meet to mull way forward if peace deal not signed

Phanida outlines that representatives from five ethnic armed groups in Myanmar held discussions in Shan State.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/ethnic-armed-groups-meet-to-mull-way-forward-if-peace-deal-not-signed-4269.html

Maldives and ISIS

Maldivians fighting wars abroad a concern, says Police Commissioner

Hussain Waheed says that its a cause of concern that Maldivians nationals are leaving country to fight in wars abroad.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/maldivians-fighting-wars-abroad-a-concern-says-police-commissioner-4270.html

Tamils in Sri Lanka Army

Sri Lanka Army recruits Tamil youth as tradesman

In first few inductees from Tamil youth in the country’s armed forces

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-army-recruits-tamil-youth-as-tradesman-4267.html

Islamic State

From Canada to the Islamic State: A Canadian Woman On The Frontlines With ISIS

Veryan Khan says Toronto Sun reported on two women from Montreal who apparently left to join Daesh (ISIS) in November.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/from-canada-to-the-islamic-state-a-canadian-woman-on-the-frontlines-with-isis-4263.html

Agni V

President of India Congratulates DRDO on the Successful Test-Firing of Agni-V

Shri Pranab Mukherjee congratulated DRDO on successful test-firing of third developmental trial of Agni-V surface-to-surface missile.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/missiles/agni-4-long-range-missile-successfully-test-fired-3940.html

Energy Security

Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves

India builds oil reserves in coastal caves

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indian-strategic-petroleum-reserves-limited-4265.html

Indian Sub Regional Cooperation to Side Track Pak

The Second Joint Working Group (JWG) on Sub-Regional Cooperation

Second meetings of the JWGs on Sub-Regional Cooperation between  Bangladesh, Bhutan, India and Nepal held in New Delhi.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/the-second-joint-working-group-jwg-on-sub-regional-cooperation-4266.html

New DPP

More Autonomy to be Given in Decision Making to DPSUs and OFBs for Better Performance: Parrikar Shri Manohar Parrikar said MoD would be bringing about major changes in the DPP and Defence Production Policy.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/more-autonomy-to-be-given-in-decision-making-to-dpsus-and-ofbs-for-better-performance-parrikar-4256.html

PLA Primary Source News

PLA pledges allegiance to Party

The People's Liberation Army reiterated its commitment to absolute leadership of Communist Party of China.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/pla-pledges-allegiance-to-party-4259.html

China MOD Responds to Increased Submarine Activities in IOR

It is reported that US is helping India in intelligence gathering on China’s naval submarine activities in Indian Ocean.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/china-mod-responds-to-increased-submarine-activities-in-ior-4260.html