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Committed To Navigation Freedom, Overflight: India Amid South China Sea Row
India is committed to freedom of navigation, overflight and unimpeded lawful commerce in international waters in accordance with global norms, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday against the backdrop of China's increasing military
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After Aircraft Clash, China Accuses US Of Distorting Facts
A US military plane involved in a confrontation with Chinese aircraft in disputed southern waters last week had violated international law and put the safety of Chinese pilots at risk, a defence ministry spokesman said.
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Unveiling New Warship, Rajnath Singh Slams "Some Irresponsible Nations"
Taking a dig at China, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said "some irresponsible nations" with their narrow partisan interests and hegemonic tendencies are coming up with wrong definitions of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
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South China Sea Code Of Conduct Shouldn't Prejudice 3rd Party Interests: India
India asserted at an East Asia Summit meeting that the code of conduct being negotiated for the region should not prejudice the legitimate interests of third parties and be fully consistent with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
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"Governor Has Time To Meet Kangana Ranaut But Not Farmers": Sharad Pawar
"Is Punjab Pakistan?" NCP chief Sharad Pawar asked a sea of farmers at Mumbai's Azad Maidan where they had gathered today in support of their comrades camped in protest in and around Delhi. Hailing them for having come to the city all the way from Nashik, in solidarity with those gearing up for a massive tractor ally in the national capital, the se...
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S Jaishankar Expresses Concerns Over Situation In South China Sea
India on Saturday expressed concern over "actions and incidents" that "erode" trust in the South China Sea, and underlined the importance of adhering to international law, respecting territorial integrity and sovereignty.
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UN Tribunal Upheld India's Conduct In Italian Marine Case: Ministry Of External Affairs
An international tribunal dealing with the killing of two Indian fishermen in 2012 by two Italian marines has upheld the conduct of the Indian authorities over the incident, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday.
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Watch: Hundreds Travel By Sea To Protest Citizenship Law In Mangaluru
Countless Indian flags fluttered in the air and loud slogans rang out as a large number of people perched on boats made their way to protest against the Citizenship Amendment Act in Karnataka's Mangaluru on Wednesday.
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India Looks At Open, Balanced Indo-Pacific Region: S Jaishankar
India looks at an open, inclusive and balanced region connected by secure seas, integrated by trade and investment, underpinned by the rule of law, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday, as he sought Singapore's support in addressing the challenges posed by the changing world.
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Union Cabinet Approves Stringent Anti-Piracy Law
The Union Cabinet today approved a bill provisioning death penalty or life imprisonment to those involved in piracy at sea, official sources said.
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Maldives "A Challenge, More Inclined Towards China," Says Navy Chief
Maldives is a "challenge" for India at the moment as the current government in the island nation is more inclined towards China, Navy Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba said on Wednesday, indicating that the ties between New Delhi and Male are yet to reach a level of normalcy.
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India Could Acquire Killer Drones After Donald Trump Changes US Policy
India may finally be able to acquire armed drones from the United States that could transform the capabilities of the armed forces not just in strike operations against China and Pakistan over land and sea but also in operations against terrorists.
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US Destroyer Challenges China's Claims In South China Sea
A U.S. Navy destroyer carried out a "freedom of navigation operation" on Thursday, coming within 12 nautical miles of an artificial island built up by China in the South China Sea, U.S. officials told Reuters.
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Law Expert Neeru Chadha Becomes First Indian Woman Judge At International Sea Tribunal
In a significant victory for India at the United Nations or the UN, international law expert Neeru Chadha has won a crucial election to a top UN judicial body that deals with disputes related to the law of the sea, becoming the first Indian woman to be appointed as a judge at the tribunal.
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GST: States Demand Tax On High Sea Sales, Higher Compensation
Also, coastal states pressed for rights to levy GST on trade of goods within 12 nautical miles offshore, holding up finalising of the draft law for levy of Integrated-GST (IGST) on inter-state trade.
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Committed To Navigation Freedom, Overflight: India Amid South China Sea Row
India is committed to freedom of navigation, overflight and unimpeded lawful commerce in international waters in accordance with global norms, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday against the backdrop of China's increasing military
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After Aircraft Clash, China Accuses US Of Distorting Facts
A US military plane involved in a confrontation with Chinese aircraft in disputed southern waters last week had violated international law and put the safety of Chinese pilots at risk, a defence ministry spokesman said.
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Unveiling New Warship, Rajnath Singh Slams "Some Irresponsible Nations"
Taking a dig at China, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said "some irresponsible nations" with their narrow partisan interests and hegemonic tendencies are coming up with wrong definitions of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
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South China Sea Code Of Conduct Shouldn't Prejudice 3rd Party Interests: India
India asserted at an East Asia Summit meeting that the code of conduct being negotiated for the region should not prejudice the legitimate interests of third parties and be fully consistent with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
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"Governor Has Time To Meet Kangana Ranaut But Not Farmers": Sharad Pawar
"Is Punjab Pakistan?" NCP chief Sharad Pawar asked a sea of farmers at Mumbai's Azad Maidan where they had gathered today in support of their comrades camped in protest in and around Delhi. Hailing them for having come to the city all the way from Nashik, in solidarity with those gearing up for a massive tractor ally in the national capital, the se...
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S Jaishankar Expresses Concerns Over Situation In South China Sea
India on Saturday expressed concern over "actions and incidents" that "erode" trust in the South China Sea, and underlined the importance of adhering to international law, respecting territorial integrity and sovereignty.
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UN Tribunal Upheld India's Conduct In Italian Marine Case: Ministry Of External Affairs
An international tribunal dealing with the killing of two Indian fishermen in 2012 by two Italian marines has upheld the conduct of the Indian authorities over the incident, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday.
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Watch: Hundreds Travel By Sea To Protest Citizenship Law In Mangaluru
Countless Indian flags fluttered in the air and loud slogans rang out as a large number of people perched on boats made their way to protest against the Citizenship Amendment Act in Karnataka's Mangaluru on Wednesday.
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India Looks At Open, Balanced Indo-Pacific Region: S Jaishankar
India looks at an open, inclusive and balanced region connected by secure seas, integrated by trade and investment, underpinned by the rule of law, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday, as he sought Singapore's support in addressing the challenges posed by the changing world.
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Union Cabinet Approves Stringent Anti-Piracy Law
The Union Cabinet today approved a bill provisioning death penalty or life imprisonment to those involved in piracy at sea, official sources said.
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Maldives "A Challenge, More Inclined Towards China," Says Navy Chief
Maldives is a "challenge" for India at the moment as the current government in the island nation is more inclined towards China, Navy Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba said on Wednesday, indicating that the ties between New Delhi and Male are yet to reach a level of normalcy.
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India Could Acquire Killer Drones After Donald Trump Changes US Policy
India may finally be able to acquire armed drones from the United States that could transform the capabilities of the armed forces not just in strike operations against China and Pakistan over land and sea but also in operations against terrorists.
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US Destroyer Challenges China's Claims In South China Sea
A U.S. Navy destroyer carried out a "freedom of navigation operation" on Thursday, coming within 12 nautical miles of an artificial island built up by China in the South China Sea, U.S. officials told Reuters.
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Law Expert Neeru Chadha Becomes First Indian Woman Judge At International Sea Tribunal
In a significant victory for India at the United Nations or the UN, international law expert Neeru Chadha has won a crucial election to a top UN judicial body that deals with disputes related to the law of the sea, becoming the first Indian woman to be appointed as a judge at the tribunal.
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GST: States Demand Tax On High Sea Sales, Higher Compensation
Also, coastal states pressed for rights to levy GST on trade of goods within 12 nautical miles offshore, holding up finalising of the draft law for levy of Integrated-GST (IGST) on inter-state trade.
