India ships rice to Tripura through Bangladesh free of duty       

Transhipment of rice to Tripura through Bangladesh is the first time in many years after oversized loads were moved a couple of years ago

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/india-ships-rice-to-tripura-through-bangladesh-free-of-duty-3235.html

Kerry Arrives in Afghanistan Amid Political Deadlock

John Kerry arrived in Afghanistan on unannounced visit late Thursday to meet with rival presidential candidates.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/kerry-arrives-in-afghanistan-amid-political-deadlock-3232.html

Snowden’s Revelations Bring Changes to US Intelligence Gathering      

Andre De Nesnera outlines how the US is changing the way it carries out intelligence collection

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/iw-cyber-security/snowdens-revelations-bring-changes-to-us-intelligence-gathering-3234.html

Bangladesh Buys Luxury VIP Mi 171 Chopper

Dhaka will purchase a VIP version of MI-171 Saloon helicopter from Moscow under a state-to-state deal, an alternative that India is also looking at post AW fiasco

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/bangladesh-buys-luxury-vip-mi-171-chopper-3236.html

Pakistan rejects allegations of diplomat in Sri Lanka spying       

Reports in the Indian media alleging that a Pakistani diplomat posted in Colombo is involved in planning attacks in Indian cities

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/pakistan-rejects-allegations-of-diplomat-in-sri-lanka-spying-3229.html

Divisions, Harsh Realities Plague Obama's Afghan Surge 

Catherine Maddux outlines challenges faced in Afghanistan as violence levels rise          

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/divisions-harsh-realities-plague-obamas-afghan-surge-3233.html

Bilateral issues between India and Myanmar        

A Getting To Know Meet between Sushma Swaraj and Myanmar’s leadership?

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/bilateral-issues-between-india-and-myanmar-3231.html

India’s Role in Asia Pacific Rebalancing: Key Agenda of Hagel Visit?      

Roping in the Modi government in the Asia Pacific rebalancing strategy may be a key aim of the US Defence Secretary's visit

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indias-role-in-asia-pacific-rebalancing-key-agenda-of-hagel-visit-3227.html

Can India Do Without BAE Light Howitzers?         

Rahul Bhonsle argues how BAE Systems has become  a victim of own brinkmanship and may lose out on the light howitzer contract with Indian Artillery looking at Dhanush

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/can-india-do-without-bae-light-howitzers-3228.html

Sri Lanka, Pakistan to strengthen security cooperation to fight terrorism, transnational crime

Moves come in the face of charges by India of Sri Lanka based Pak officials involvement in terrorist activation in Southern India

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-pakistan-to-strengthen-security-cooperation-to-fight-terrorism-transnational-crime-3226.html

Law for Refugees in India

India is not a signatory to the 1951 United Nations Convention on the Status of Refugees and the 1967 Protocol thereon.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/law-for-refugees-in-india-3224.html

Ebola Virus Actions By India

Statement by Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Minister of Health & Family Welfare on actions to prevent Ebola virus penetration in India   

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/ebola-virus-actions-by-india-3225.html

Extremist Buddhist monks disrupt meeting of families of disappeared persons in Colombo

Continued communal tensions on the once serene Island

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/extremist-buddhist-monks-disrupt-meeting-of-families-of-disappeared-persons-in-colombo-3216.html

15 journalists receive death threats over gang reporting in Maldives

Gangs are rampant in Maldives and may impact tourism if not controlled

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/15-journalists-receive-death-threats-over-gang-reporting-3218.html

The End of Consensus Politics in China    

John Minnich says Chinese President Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign is broadest and deepest effort to purge, reorganize and rectify Communist Party leadership.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/the-end-of-consensus-politics-in-china-3222.html

M/s Samtel Thales Avionics Limited Proposal for Expansion Approved

An Indian company, M/s Samtel Thales Avionics Limited, engaged in Defence Sector proposes to expand its business activities in the same sector.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/ms-samtel-thales-avionics-limited-proposal-for-expansion-approved-3223.html

Security of Ports In India Assured 

The central Government is responsible for the security of 12 Major Ports in the country, including Kandla Port in Gujarat.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/security-of-ports-in-india-assured-3219.html

Abolishing Executive Presidency in Sri Lanka will not solve problems - President       

Abolishing Executive Presidency was like changing pillows for headache and will not bring solutions to the problems in the country says Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/abolishing-executive-presidency-in-sri-lanka-will-not-solve-problems---president-3220.html

Maldives Monitoring border 24/7 near impossible, says coastguard commander

Monitoring the Maldives’ borders and ensuring security 24 hours a day is difficult and costly, Coastguard Commander Colonel Mohamed Ibrahim.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/monitoring-border-247-near-impossible-says-coastguard-commander-3221.html

Risk of Flood in Bihar due to Breach of Dam over Kosi River in Nepal

Risk of Flood in Bihar recedes while timely action by government lauded.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/risk-of-flood-in-bihar-due-to-breach-of-dam-over-kosi-river-in-nepal-3214.html

Uproar continues in India over defamatory article on Sri Lankan government website

Tamil Nadu protests are continuing leading to now an apology by President Rajapaksa

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/uproar-continues-in-india-over-defamatory-article-on-sri-lankan-government-website-3215.html

The China-India border issue: Original Press Conference of MOD in Beijing

There have been reports periodically about Chinese troop’s incursions to the Indian side in some areas along the China-India line of actual control

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/the-china-india-border-issue-3212.html

India's new government stresses enhanced economic engagement with Sri Lanka

The new government of India stresses enhancement of economic engagement with Sri Lanka and both countries need to work together.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/indias-new-government-stresses-enhanced-economic-engagement-with-sri-lanka-3206.html

Lt Gen Philip Campose takes over as Vice Chief of Army Staff (VCOAS)       

New army leadership in place with Chief, Vice Chief and new Army Commanders in the West and North

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/lt-gen-philip-campose-takes-over-as-vice-chief-of-army-staff-vcoas-3213.html

Myanmar Ceasefire talks to be scheduled for mid-August

Min Min says negotiations over final draft of ceasefire agreement between National Ceasefire Co-ordination Team and Union Peace-Making Working Committee will be held.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/ceasefire-talks-to-be-scheduled-for-mid-august-3217.html

PLA Primary Source News

China Daily Online

Opposing force helps China toughen up troops    

A Chinese military exercise aimed at toughening up its troops by making soldiers practice as if they were fighting a real war.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/opposing-force-helps-china-toughen-up-troops-3209.html

China Voice: A cleaner, more transparent army is a stronger army      

(PLA) grows stronger in equipment and personnel, the Chinese military is also working to build its capacity.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/china-voice-a-cleaner-more-transparent-army-is-a-stronger-army-3210.html

China not to compromise on territory and sovereignty:defense attaché in Nepal

DA for the Chinese Embassy to Nepal Cheng Xizhong said  under the leadership of  (CPC, (PLA) has the determination and capabilities of safeguarding the core interest of China.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/china-not-to-compromise-on-territory-and-sovereigntydefense-attache-3211.html

Indian PM: The bridge of trust between India and Nepal should be strengthened      

PM assures Nepal of full cooperation in its development programmes, Three agreements signed.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/pm-the-bridge-of-trust-between-india-and-nepal-should-be-strengthened-3204.html

Statement by Indian Prime Minister prior to his departure for Nepal

Mr Modi outlines his vision for India Nepal Relations

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/statement-by-prime-minister-prior-to-his-departure-for-nepal-3201.html

Chaotic Afghan Vote Recount Threatens Nation’s Future

UN and Afghan officials restart the auditing of votes cast in the country’s runoff presidential election.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/chaotic-afghan-vote-recount-threatens-nations-future-3203.html

UNHCR urges Sri Lanka to stop deporting asylum seekers to Pakistan

Sri Lanka is deporting Pakistanis seeking asylum in the country

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/unhcr-urges-sri-lanka-to-stop-deporting-asylum-seekers-to-pakistan-3205.html

PM directs full Central Government support for Kosi flood situation   

The formation of a large water body thereby can create a potential danger of inundation in areas downstream of the Kosi barrage which is about 270 Kms from location of the blockage.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/disaster-risks/pm-directs-full-central-government-support-for-kosi-flood-situation-3207.html

Bangladesh police arrest three radical Islamists    

Police arrested three Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh ( JMB ) members with bomb-making materials from Dhaka's Sayedabad area,

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/bangladesh/bangladesh-police-arrest-three-radical-islamists-3208.html

Nepal Landslide Kills 8        

A massive landslide triggered by heavy rains in northeastern Nepal has killed at least eight people and left dozens missing.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/nepal-landslide-kills-8-3202.html

Indian Army Chief’s LOC Comments: Onus On Front Line Troops    

Rahul Bhonsle says onus is now on troops in the front line who cannot let down the Chief who on the first day of his command has let the intent known loud and clear.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/new-army-chiefs-loc-comments-onus-on-front-line-troops-3198.html

Bhutan China Boundary Talks Termed Affirmative

Possibility of an agreement in the Central sector

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/bhutan-china-boundary-talks-termed-affirmative-3199.html

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry calls on Indian PM

Visiting US Secretaries conveyed that President Obama attaches great priority to relations with India.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/u.s.-secretary-of-state-john-kerry-call-on-indian-pm-3193.html

Tailing of Patrols in Border Areas

One incident on India China LAC after Government signed Border Defence Cooperation Agreement (BDCA) with China

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/tailing-of-patrols-in-border-areas-3196.html

Projects of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has taken up indigenous production of SU-30 MKI fighter aircraft, Light Combat Aircraft amongst other aircraft

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/projects-of-hindustan-aeronautics-limited-hal-3197.html

Sri Lanka tenders apology to Indian PM and Tamil Nadu CM

Carrying the article commenting on Tamil Nadu CM on the Ministry of Defence website was clearly an affront that India could not have accepted from any government

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-tenders-apology-to-indian-pm-and-tamil-nadu-cm-3194.html

Maldives Protestors continue call for Israeli tourism ban

A group of 30 people have held a motorbike rally for the fourth consecutive night in Malé urging the government to ban tourists from Israel.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/maldives-protestors-continue-call-for-israeli-tourism-ban-3195.html

One Rank One Pension Modalities Under Consideration

The modalities for implementation were discussed with various stakeholders and are presently under consideration of the Government. It will be implemented once the modalities are approved by the Government says release

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/one-rank-one-pension-modalities-under-consideration-3192.html

Indian Navy VLF Transmitting Station Commissioned at Tamil Nadu

Small step in the nuclear triad as advance VLF station commissioned

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/vlf-transmitting-station-commissioned-at-tamil-nadu-3189.html

Astra and Akash Missiles Successfully Tested      

Three trials of Astra and 10 of Akash conducted successfully by IAF/Army

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/missiles/astra-and-akash-missiles-successfully-tested-3191.html

Information War Rages Alongside Real One in Ukraine

Information war swirling around Ukrainian issue as each side attempting to put across its point of view

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/iw-cyber-security/information-war-rages-alongside-real-one-in-ukraine-3190.html

Assam Rifles guns down four ZUF cadres in a fierce encounter

North East’s many contests continue to simmer

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/ar-guns-down-four-zuf-cadres-3186.html

Joint Statement on the Fifth India-U.S. Strategic Dialogue         

Sushma Swaraj and Secretary of State John F. Kerry led their respective delegations to the fifth annual India-U.S. Strategic Dialogue

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/joint-statement-on-the-fifth-india-u.s.-strategic-dialogue-3187.html

Outcome of Brics summit-2014       

Major outcomes of the 6th BRICS Summit include signing of an Agreement setting up a New Development Bank and signing of a Treaty setting up the Contingent Reserve Arrangement (CRA)

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/outcome-of-brics-summit-2014-3188.html