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Foreign Minister S Jaishankar firmly rebutted China's recent move to rename villages in Arunachal Pradesh as a means to assert sovereignty claims over the Indian state. Jaishankar emphasized that mere changes in nomenclature do not alter the ground realities or the sovereignty of the region, reiterating India's stance that Arunachal Pradesh has always been and will remain an integral part of India

China has released a fourth list of 30 new names for locations in Arunachal Pradesh, as part of its continued efforts to assert its claim over the Indian state. India has rejected these actions, affirming that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of the country.

A Chinese company has halted civil works and laid off workers at a hydropower project in Pakistan following a deadly suicide attack that claimed the lives of five Chinese nationals. This incident, the second attack on China-backed projects in the region since 2021, has raised security concerns. The affected project is part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

Amidst Maldives' water shortage crisis, China's donation of 1,500 tonnes of drinking water from Tibetan glaciers signals a shift in regional dynamics, raising questions about water-sharing treaties and environmental impacts.

Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirms China's technological prowess amidst global debates on supply chain security and national interests, emphasizing independence and collaboration in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Days after the Islamic State (ISIS) carried out a devastating terror attack in Russia's capital city Moscow, which killed 140 people and left scores injured, the Pakistani wing of the terror outfit have issued threats against India, the United States, Denmark and China.

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has completed the construction of the 298-km Nimmu-Padam-Darcha road in Ladakh, providing crucial connectivity to the region amid the border standoff with China. This road, the third axis to Ladakh, will enhance defence preparedness and economic development in the Zanskar valley.

A video circulating online claims to show Pakistani forces eliminating four Baloch terrorists during an attack on a naval air base in Balochistan province. However, a thorough fact-check reveals that the viral video is misleading and does not depict the reported incident.

S.C. Yadav, a 23-year-old from Thane, recounts being coerced into fraudulent activities at a Chinese call centre after being promised lucrative employment. He endured captivity, physical assault, and exploitation until seeking help from the Indian Embassy. His ordeal highlights the dangers of deceptive job offers and the vulnerability of migrant workers abroad.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit holds significance in light of Bhutan's boundary dispute with China and concerns over Chinese encroachment in strategic areas. Asianet Newsable spoke to Major General Sudhakar Jee (Retd) to understand the sensitivity and security implications of the visit