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Monday, January 5, 2026
TopicEastern Ladakh

Topic: Eastern Ladakh

Chinese FM Wang Yi in India, here’s what’s on top of agenda for talks between New Delhi & Beijing

New Delhi: De-escalation of troops in the icy heights of eastern Ladakh, restarting of patrolling in key areas along the Line of Actual Control...

Inducted in 1980s, India’s T-72 tanks to get power boost after eastern Ladakh experience

MoD has signed contract with Russia’s Rosoboronexport for procurement of 1000 HP engines for T-72 tanks in fully formed, completely knocked down and semi knocked down conditions.

‘Symbol of resistance’: Army unveils Shivaji statue on shore of Pangong Tso near LAC

The event celebrates the unwavering spirit of the Indian ruler, whose legacy remains and source of inspiration for generations, Army’s 14 Corps says.

Indian troops start patrolling in Demchok after disengagement with China

Ladakh: Following disengagement between India and China, Indian troops started patrolling the Demchok sector in eastern Ladakh on Friday. This development comes after India and...

India plans to undertake first patrol in Depsang by month-end, buffer zones to remain

The Corps Commander signed the final agreement on Depsang and Demchok Monday after several days of tactical negotiations with the Chinese, it is learnt.

China terms LAC disengagement plan ‘positive’, says will work with India on implementation

Chinese foreign ministry confirmed Tuesday that New Delhi & Beijing are in agreement over new arrangement for patrolling friction points along LAC in eastern Ladakh.

Chinese are seeing India as going soft. Talk of ‘consensus’ over disengagement rings hollow

A review of Chinese media and social platforms reveals a widespread perception that India has adopted a more conciliatory approach towards China.

With winter coming, here’s what it takes to keep the Army marching in eastern Ladakh

Winter season is declared in Ladakh starting 15 November and the Army has to stock up for the next six months as the passes in the region shut down due to heavy snowfall.

‘Respecting border essential, prolonging tussle not in best interest’ — Jaishankar meets Wang Yi

Indian foreign minister held talks with Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on sidelines of SCO Summit in Kazakhstan. They discussed ‘early resolution’ of border issue, ‘agreed to redouble efforts’.

5 including JCO killed after tank got stuck while crossing river in eastern Ladakh, says Army

Army’s 14 Corps says ‘rescue teams rushed to location, but due to high current and water levels, tank crew lost their lives'. Defence minister, too, condoled loss of lives.

On Camera

Trump is tying his legacy to whatever happens in Venezuela

A bad turn in Venezuela would raise the same questions that have dogged the unlawful US strikes against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean: Why now, and why at all?

Trump threatens India with fresh tariffs on Russian oil, calls PM Modi a ‘good guy’

The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.