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India-China Face-Off Continues In Arunachal Pradesh, ITBP Chief Confirms Standoff At Multiple Locations |

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ITBP chief Shatrujeet Kapur has confirmed ongoing face-offs between Indian and Chinese troops at multiple locations in Arunachal Pradesh since July. He praised Shaurya Commandos for handling the situation and highlighted enhanced border preparedness. The standoff reportedly continued despite diplomatic engagements, including Chinese President Xi Jinping’s India visit for the BRICS summit.

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China towing away BRP Sierra Madre is 'act of war' against PH — Teodoro

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Defense Secretary Gilberto "Gibo" Teodoro said that if China forcefully towed away the sunken warship BRP Sierra Madre, it would be an act of war against the Philippines.

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Asian Para Games 2026: Haney Shatters World Record With 60.49m Javelin Throw To Win Gold As India's Medal Tally Reaches 102

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India's Nimisha Chakkungalparambil and Parmod Bijarnia claimed the silver medals in their respective women's long jump T47 and men's 1500m T46…

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Injuries in China's Tibet rise to 65 after earthquake, death toll remains at 16

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Emergency crews are searching the rubble after a powerful earthquake struck China's Tibet region, killing at least 16 people and injuring dozens more.

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Aussie emerges unscathed after brutal crash

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Australia's Jack Miller walks out unscathed after a brutal high-speed crash at his home Grand Prix.

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