India’s Defence Budget 2014-15: New Acquisitions Will Be ChallengedA quick analysis reveals that new acquisitions may suffer with major procurements as MMRCA and Light Howitzers in the offing in 2014 - 15 highlights Rahul Bhonsle. The only hope is a hike in the final budget.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indias-defence-budget-2014-15-%E2%80%93-expect-a-15---20-percent-hike-2444.html

India's Expanding Footprint in Afghanistan
Speech by External Affairs Minister at the inauguration of the Afghanistan National Agricultural Sciences and Technology University (ANASTU) in Kandahar
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/indias-expanding-footprint-in-afghanistan-2471.html

Speaker of the National Parliament of Bangladesh calls on the Indian President
India is fully committed to be a partner in the economic development of Bangladesh said Pranab Mukherjee
http://www.security-risks.com/news/speaker-of-the-national-parliament-of-bangladesh-calls-on-the-president-483.html

Myanmar Conflict Alert: A Risky Census
The nationwide census planned for 30 March to 10 April 2014 risks inflaming tensions at a critical moment in Myanmar’s peace process and democratic transition says a report by International Crisis Group
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmar-conflict-alert-a-risky-census-2472.html

Not interested in electoral politics: Sharmila
Iron Lady declines AAP proposal to  contest Lok Sabha polls continues with her fast for removal of AFSPA and sticks to activism
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/not-interested-in-electoral-politics-sharmila-2473.html

India's stand on Sri Lanka's human rights issue depends on Indian elections
Indian Foreign Minister has said that Sri Lanka "should do things that will enable India to help" the island nation at the UNHRC session when a third United States-sponsored anti-Lankan resolution is tabled.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/indias-stand-on-sri-lankas-human-rights-issue-depends-on-indian-elections-2474.html

UN to boost efforts to combat maritime crime
Alan Cole, Regional Coordinator (Maritime Crime Program) for UN Office on Drugs and Crime, currently in Sri Lanka said, he was here to brief what the UN is doing to prevent wider crime in the Indian Ocean and discuss and develop strategies in partnership with the government to further boost efforts.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/un-to-boost-efforts-to-combat-maritime-crime-2475.html

'India in the 21st Century World'
Speech by National Security Advisor at IAFAC on 'India in the 21st Century World'
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/india-in-the-21st-century-world-2468.html

The Iranian Navy: A Symbolic Show of Force in the AtlanticIranian decision to deploy naval vessels to the North Atlantic is largely symbolic; it does not pose any real military risk. Iran will use the deployment to show the flag in a non-threatening manner, looking to appease its hard-liners who are dubious about the U.S.-Iran nuclear talks says Stratfor Analysis
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/the-iranian-navy-a-symbolic-show-of-force-in-the-atlantic-2467.html
Sri Lanka supports China's initiative to build maritime silk road of the 21st centuryFits well into China's attempts to expand presence in the Indian Ocean, China has suggested that the two countries enhance cooperation in maritime connectivity, marine economy, fishery, scientific research and environmental protection of the sea, disaster prevention and reduction, maritime search and rescue and other areas.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-supports-chinas-initiative-to-build-maritime-silk-road-of-the-21st-century-2469.html

Energy Security: Power Shortage in India 3.9 percent

Amazing but seems to be true that India is largely sufficient in producing or importing power for consumption in the country and now looks to exporting some of the power to countries as Pakistan and Bangladesh

http://www.security-risks.com/news/energy-security-power-shortage-in-india-3.9-percent-482.html

India - Extradition Treaty
Extradition treaty is an important agreement which can lead to conviction of criminals and terrorists across the world, India has Extradition Treaties in operation with 37 countries as listed.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/india-extradition-treaty-2466.html

Strengthening of Defence Ties with Vietnam
MOU of 2009 Regulates defence relations
http://www.security-risks.com/news/strengthening-of-defence-ties-with-vietnam-480.html

India's Science Policy
The Gross expenditure on R&D in the country has doubled from Rs.24,117 crores in 2004-05 to Rs. 53,041 crores in 2009-10.
http://www.security-risks.com/news/indias-science-policy-481.html

PLA Tracker - Primary Source News on PLA

Highlights of PLA equipment reform in 2014
New platforms for the Navy, upgrades for air force and 100 new achievements for the Second Artillery claims China Military Online
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/highlights-of-pla-equipment-reform-in-2014-2470.html

India China Relations - Series of Meetings and Some Key Speeches
Talks Special Representatives India China Boundary IssueSpecial Representatives continued their discussions on a framework for a resolution of the Boundary Question, the second of a 3-step process earlier agreed to by both sides.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/talks-special-representatives-india-china-boundary-2465.html

India China Border Affairs Meet5th Meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on India-China Border Affairs was held on 10 February parallel with the Special Representatives Meet.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/india-china-border-affairs-meet-2461.html
Indian Vice President Launches India-China Year of Friendly Exchanges"I would venture to think that in a large country, such as India, we should plan for several such Chinese industrial zones in our various regions," says the Vice President.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/vice-president-launches-india-china-year-of-friendly-exchanges-2464.html

Joining hands, and dreamsYang Jiechi, Chinese State Councilor and the country's top diplomat outlines reflections on India China Relations on the occasion of 17th Special Representatives’ Meeting for the Boundary Question and inaugurate the Year of China-India Friendly Exchanges
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/joining-hands-and-dreams-2463.html
China’s New Neighborhood Diplomacy
Chinese Ambassador to India Mr Wei Wei in an expansive article on the website of the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi as well as some prominent national dailies indicated the direction of the new neigbhourhood diplomacy thus -
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/chinas-new-neighborhood-diplomacy-2462.html
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New Dimensions of U.S. Foreign Policy Toward RussiaThe US is adopting a balance-of-power strategy in which the United States relies on the natural schisms that exist in every region to block the emergence of regional hegemons and contain unrest and groups that could threaten U.S. interests says George Friedman
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/new-dimensions-of-u.s.-foreign-policy-toward-russia-2460.html
Suggestions Relating to Concerns of Persons Hailing from North Eastern States - Issued in Public InterestSuggestions for safety can be submitted by end of February to the Ministry of Home Affairs
http://www.security-risks.com/news/suggestions-relating-to-concerns-of-persons-hailing-from-north-eastern-states-479.html

Indian Navy Hails Success of Milan 201417 Nations 15 Ships Demonstrate a Momentous ‘Milap’: Milan 2014 an Unequivocal Success
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/indian-navy-hails-success-of-milan-2014-2457.html

2013 - Afghan civilian casualties similar to record levels of 2011 - UNAMA report

A Primary Source Assessment - A grim reminder of the challenges ahead in Afghanistan as Western forces  delink from the country in 2014

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/afghan-civilian-casualties-similar-to-record-levels-of-2011---unama-report-2458.html

Indian Prime Minister Congratulates Nepal's PM Elect Mr KoiralaDr. Mamohan Singh in his message said Mr. Koirala`s election as Prime Minister represented an important milestone in consolidating the democratic gains in political transition in Nepal.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/indian-pm-congratulates-prime-minister-sushil-koirala-of-nepal.-2459.html

Nepal Power Sharing Agreement
Agreement reached between the NC and CPN-UML to move forward in the current political context :
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/nepal-power-sharing-agreement-2454.html

Resolution on Sri Lanka submitted in the US Senate

Call for an international inquiry growing in Sri Lanka. A resolution on Sri Lanka has been presented to the US Congress by the Republican Senator of North Carolina Richard Burr.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/resolution-on-sri-lanka-submitted-in-the-us-senate-2455.html

Shortage of Manpower in Indian Armed Forces Army over 9500 officers, Navy has proportionately maximum deficiencies while IAF the least
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/shortage-of-manpower-in-armed-forces-2456.html

Indo-Japan Defence Pact

No Defence pact yet says Indian Government

http://www.security-risks.com/news/strategic-partnership-with-japan-477.html

DEFEXPO 2014: Biggest Defence B2 BBranding Opportunity InauguratedAn effective B2B strategy should result in opportunities for companies participating in the DEFEXPO.

Also Read Branding for Defence Companies in India

Branding strategies for B2B interaction would be important. Mere presence at the DEFEXPO is unlikely to facilitate cooperation and win contracts. An in depth study of the partners is necessary for which adequate amount of information exchange, facilitation and identification are the key criteria.

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Defexpo India -2014: A Backgrounder & Curtain Raiser
In all, 624 companies, both foreign and Indian will be taking part, which is 57 more in number than the Defexpo 2012.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/defexpo-india--2014-a-backgrounder-2440.html

Menon Pitches for Regional Cooperative Architecturethe Munich Security Conference on Global Power and Regional StabilityIntervention by National Security Advisor Shivshankar Menon at the Munich Security Conference on Global Power and Regional Stability
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/menon-pitches-for-regional-cooperative-architecturethe-munich-security-conference-on-global-power-and-regional-stability-2436.html

Convention in Manipur recommends political parties to include AFSPA repeal demand in their manifestoes
A one day political convention on repeal Armed Forces Special Powers Act, 1958 held  recommended that political parties should include repeal AFSPA demand in their election manifestoes ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/convention-recommends-political-parties-to-include-afspa-repeal-demand-in-their-manifestoes-2439.html

Maoists poses strategic threat to NEI: Haldar
PC Haldar said that the presence of Maoists in the Northeast has the potential to create serious “strategic security complications.”
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/maoists-poses-strategic-threat-to-nei-haldar-2434.html

Bring separate resolution against Sri Lanka, Jayalalithaa tells Indian government
The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu state of India J. Jayalalithaa demanded the central Indian government to move a separate resolution against Sri Lanka on the alleged war crimes but expressed doubt that India will do it.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/bring-separate-resolution-against-sri-lanka-jayalalithaa-tells-indian-government-2438.html

India assisted housing project completes 10,250 houses for Sri Lanka IDPs last year
India assisted housing project to construct 50,000 houses for Sri Lanka's Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) has completed 10,250 houses last year, the Finance Minister of India P. Chidambaram said.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/india-assisted-housing-project-completes-10250-houses-for-sri-lanka-idps-last-year-2437.html

Hluttaw's constitutional implementation committee announced
Myanmar parliament moves towards constitution amendment
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/hluttaws-constitutional-implementation-committee-announced-2435.html

Indian Coast Guard Will Focus on ‘Safer Lives, Safer Coast And Safer Seas’ in 2014The theme of the Indian Coast Guard for the year 2014 is ‘Safer Lives.. Safer Coast.. Safer Seas..’
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indian-coast-guard-will-focus-on-%E2%80%98safer-lives-safer-coast-and-safer-seas-in-2014-2432.html

India to Expand Maritime Links with ASEAN
Address by Secretary (East) at the Inaugural Session of National Seminar on ASEAN-India Maritime Transport Cooperation
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/address-by-secretary-east-at-the-inaugural-session-of-national-seminar-on-asean-india-maritime-transport-cooperation-2431.html

India Morocco Relations: Ibn Batutua  Redux?
Indian  External Affairs Minister's media statement at a press event in Marrakesh highlights deep-rooted historical links from the days of the famous Moroccan traveler Ibn Batuta in the 14th century.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/indian-external-affairs-ministers-media-statement-at-a-press-event-in-marrakesh-2428.html

“India’s machineries set to colonise the Nagas” claims NSCN IM ChiefOn Foundation day of NSCN IM, Isak Chisi Swu said that the blunder made by the Naga National Council (NNC) in signing The Shillong Accord had nearly buried the Naga history and out of such historical necessity, on January 31, 1980 the outfit came into being.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/indias-machineries-set-to-colonise-the-nagas-claims-nscn-im-chief-2433.html

British minister urges Tatmadaw commander to "break free" from past
Support from Defence Services Commander-in-Chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing for  constitutional reform would help to secure a “unique legacy” for the Tatmadaw, British Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire said in Yangon
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/british-minister-urges-tatmadaw-commander-to-2430.html

Perspectives on the Ukrainian Protests
Ukraine provides two things: strategic position and agricultural and mineral products. The latter are frequently important, but the former is universally important. Ukraine is central to Russia's defensibility says George Friedman explaining the background to current events.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/perspectives-on-the-ukrainian-protests-2420.html

China PLA Tracker

China's military furthers "mass line" campaignThe second phase campaign targets Party committees at the division or brigade level and serious problems concerning unjust use of personnel, lavish feasting, bribery, fraud, and failure to adhere to the system of democratic centralism
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/chinas-military-furthers-mass-line-campaign-2423.html