Indian Prime Minister Condoles terrorist attacks in Russia
The attacks are attributed to Chechen separatists which have possibly been boosted up by the arrival of fighters linked with al Qaeda from Syria. The Sochi Olympics provides a opportunity for these groups to target Russia after the staunch support that Moscow has been giving to Syrian President Assad.
http://www.security-risks.com/news/indian-prime-minister-condoles-terrorist-attacks-in-russia-468.html

State Visit of President of Maldives to India

India may focus on review of cancellation of contract for operation of the Male airport by GMR and offer military assistance, Maldives would look for a financial bail out
http://www.security-risks.com/news/state-visit-of-president-of-maldives-to-india-469.html

TEJAS Team Sets New Record of 500 Flights in One Calender Year

The warning by Defence Minister A K Antony to, "Deliver or Perish," may have worked for the DRDO and HAL to expedite Tejas LCA
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/tejas-team-sets-new-record-of-500-flights-in-one-calender-year-2340.html

Joint Statement : DGsMO Indian Army & Pakistan Army

The much awaited DGsMO meeting has created a degree of trust which is not possible during the weekly telephone calls which assume a bureaucratic routine
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/joint-statement-dgsmo-indian-army-pakistan-army-2341.html

Agni-3 Launch, a Flawless MissionThe year's final launch comes after the second Agni V test and hopes of SLBM tests in 2014
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/missiles/agni-3-launch-a-flawless-mission-2342.html

NSCN IM Under Fire from Civil Society
Public set ablaze NSCN-IM camp as the militant group is facing opposition from civil society with five already dead in confrontation
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/public-set-ablaze-nscn-im-camp-2343.html

Modernisation of State Police Forces In India
Under the Scheme, an allocation of Rs. 8195.53 crore has been approved under Non-Plan and Rs.3750.87 crore under Plan during the XII Plan period (2012-13 – 2016-17).
http://www.security-risks.com/news/modernisation-of-state-police-forces-467.html

Myanmar Political parties gear up for 2015 election
The ruling USDP and opposition NLD have launched moves to prepare for elections, second in the country.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmar-political-parties-gear-up-for-2015-election-2336.html

Nepal US Aviation SMEE 2013
The program jointly conducted by Nepalese Army and US Army involves the exchange of experiences in the aviation sector.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/nepal-us-aviation-smee-2013-2338.html

Central team arrives to scrutinise  Indo Myanmar border impasse
Manipur civil bodies want construction work at border pillars number 77, 78 and 79 halted and there are also another nine border pillars which are controversial.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/central-team-arrives-to-scrutinise-indo-myanmar-borderimpasse-2337.html

Afghanistan assures employment opportunities for Sri Lankans
Afghan Ambassador Ahmadzada made these observations when he met Prime Minister, D.M.Jayaratne
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/afghanistan-assures-employment-opportunities-for-sri-lankans-2339.html

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Is India Deploying A Military Training Team in Afghanistan?
A mini training team is in the offing with strong plea by President Karzai during recent visit to New Delhi
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/is-india-deploying-a-military-training-team-in-afghanistan-2332.html
Is Pakistan Army Launching Operations in North Waziristan?
A grand sweep operation that is the general strategy that the Pakistan Army has used to clear up such areas in the past may be in the offing. 
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/is-pakistan-army-launching-operations-in-north-waziristan-2333.html
UNSC Accepts India’s Plea for Additional Troops in South Sudan
Additional troops are required as present strength of UN troops is enough for base protection and patrolling in Juba even as the Indian contingent gave a bloody nose to the rebels.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/unsc-accepts-indias-plea-for-additional-troops-in-south-sudan-2335.html


Confrontation in Bangladesh

The stage is set for a grand confrontation on the streets of Dhaka with the Awami League led interim government adamant not to allow the opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) any political space
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/confrontation-in-bangladesh-2334.html

School Students from Assam, Tripura & Mizoram Call on Union Home Secretary
Assam Rifles conducts National Integration Tours to showcase the richness and varied culture of India to students haling from far flung areas of North East.
http://www.security-risks.com/news/school-students-from-assam-tripura-mizoram-call-on-union-home-secretary-465.html

Major Relief to Exporters from Congestion on Bangladesh BorderPetrapole, Benapole Land Customs Stations to be Operational Seven Days A Week
http://www.security-risks.com/news/major-relief-to-exporters-from-congestion-on-bangladesh-border-466.html

Abdullah Abdullah Leads in Opinion Polls in Afghanistan Presidential elections
The main contest is for Pashtun votes with others voting based on their preference of the Vice Presidential candidates while Dr Abdullah may garner most of the Tajik votes.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/abdullah-abdullah-leads-in-opinion-polls-2322.html

Agni-3 Launch, a Flawless MissionStrategic Forces Command (SFC), fired the long range Agni 3 missile with a range capability of over 3000 kms
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/missiles/agni-3-launch-a-flawless-mission-2323.html

Barak I Missiles, Submarine Rescue Vehicles Cleared
Defence Acquisitions Council (DAC) has cleared acquisition of Barak I missiles and two diving support vessels
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/barak-i-missiles-submarine-rescue-vehicles-cleared-2324.html

India offers all assistance in Renewable Energy to Nepal
Nepal has great potential for enhancing its use of renewable energy resources, particularly, hydro, solar and biomass
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/india-offers-all-assistance-in-renewable-energy-to-nepal-2325.html

Indian army International Co-operation in 2013
Bilateral exercises with China, France, UK, Russia and Nepal enhanced defence cooperation and confidence building
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indian-army-international-co-operation-in-2013-2326.html

Hopes for Indian Economy with Improved Tax CollectionsDirect tax growth of 13.7 percent, indirect tax 8.8 percent
http://www.security-risks.com/news/hopes-for-indian-economy-with-improved-tax-collections-464.html

Sri Lanka hosts 'Trilateral Tabletop Exercise 2013' with Indian and Maldivian participation
Representatives from Indian and Maldivian Coast Guard along with their Sri Lankan counterparts are attending the Trilateral Tabletop Exercise (TTEX) 2013 currently in progress in Trincomalee though the move has irked the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister again.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/sri-lanka-hosts-trilateral-tabletop-exercise-2013-with-indian-and-maldivian-participation-2318.html

Sri Lanka Perspectives – November 2013
Col R Hariharn assesses the overall impact of the CHOGM summit
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-perspectives-%E2%80%93-november-2013-2319.html

Myanmar Farmers seek compensation for Chinese pipeline project
Farmers in Magwe Region plan to petition President U Thein Sein for compensation over land and income they say was lost because of the Chinese gas pipeline project.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/farmers-seek-compensation-for-chinese-pipeline-project-2320.html

Regional front expresses solidarity with state on border fencing row
Nagaland, Assam support Manipur on boundary dispute with Myanmar, fencing
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/regional-front-expresses-solidarity-with-state-on-border-fencing-row-2321.html

LCA Tejas Gets Initial Operational Clearance for Induction into IAF
IOC of LCA a Major Milestone in Self-Reliance: Antony, Flight Safety Record of Tejas is Unprecdented in Aviation History says ACM Browne as he leaves service in the next few days (31 Dec)
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/lca-tejas-gets-initial-operational-clearance-for-induction-into-iaf-2312.html

Indian Defence Ministry Announces the Years Achievements

Disaster relief, Agni V trials, aircraft carrier induction, Tejas amongst the many achievements for 2013 listed by the Ministry of Defence

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indian-defence-ministry-announces-the-years-achievements-2313.html

National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID) Foundation Stone Laid
The NATGRID is a crucial initiative that will help plug our vulnerabilities by upgrading and enhancing our capability to detect and respond to such threats at the earliest possible time.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/national-intelligence-grid-natgrid-foundation-stone-laid-2314.html

Bangladesh Finalises Submarine Deal with China
Enhancing underwater capability the submarines will be based in Cox' Baazar post 2019
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/bangladesh-finalises-submarine-deal-with-china-2315.html

Tamil Woman Soldiers join National Service in Sri Lanka

In a first of its kind 55 woman soldiers joined active duty at a Passing Out ceremony held at the Sri Lanka Army's 4th Signal Corps Parade Ground in Anuradhapura
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/tamil-woman-soldiers-join-national-service-2316.html

Military reform essential, says US ambassador in Myanmar
Calling for professionalisation and moving the military out of the political space, a clear signal by the US to Myanmar Army

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/military-reform-essential-says-us-ambassador-in-myanmar-2317.html

Space Program of India Vis-A-Vis China
In a response to the parliament ISRO compares Indian and Chinese space programmes with India launching for the Mars and China the moon rover.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/iw-cyber-security/space-program-of-india-vis-a-vis-china-2310.html

Myanmar Armed forces chief defends military’s role in politics
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, has defended the military’s role in politics and demanded that armed ethnic groups lay down their arms before negotiating a nation wide ceasefire.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/armed-forces-chief-defends-militarys-role-in-politics-2311.html

Use of HTT-40 Trainer by IAF
Indian Air Force has rejected the HTT 40 and has proposed more Pilatus basic trainers as per information to parliament
http://www.security-risks.com/news/use-of-htt-40-trainer-by-iaf-461.html

Steps Taken to Boost Coastal Security
Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has carried out performance audit of Coastal Security
http://www.security-risks.com/news/steps-taken-to-boost-coastal-security-462.html

First Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JIMEX) in Indian Waters From 19-22 Dec
Defence Cooperation with India is a major part of Japanese resurgent strategy
http://www.security-risks.com/news/first-japan-india-maritime-exercise-jimex-in-indian-waters-from-19-22-dec-463.html