National Security Adviser Ajit Doval

Defence Planning Committee holds first meeting in New Delhi, decides to create 'action plan' to deal with security challenges

The newly-constituted Defence Planning Committee deliberated on the geo-strategic landscape of the region and decided to make an "action plan" to effectively deal with various security challenges facing the nation.

China objects to Ram Nath Kovind's visit to Arunachal Pradesh, says India shouldn't complicate border dispute

China on Monday strongly objected to President Ram Nath Kovind's visit to Arunachal Pradesh, saying India should refrain from "complicating" the border dispute

Nirmala Sitharaman, French defence minister Florence Parley discuss ways to ramp up India-France strategic ties

Nirmala Sitharaman and her French counterpart Florence Parley deliberated on a host of key issues, including the regional security situation, transfer of critical technology for various defence projects

Rex Tillerson's India visit highlights evolving bilateral relations, peace and security in India-Pacific region, says US

Divulging the details of Tillerson's maiden visit to India, his spokesperson said he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and National Security Adviser Ajit Doval.

Defence Secretary Jim Mattis says US, India working towards turning big words into pragmatic realities

Jim Mattis said that India and the US now have a strategic convergence of two natural partners, the two largest democracies in the world.

Gurmeet Ram Rahim convicted of rape: Haryana Police tells Rajnath Singh situation in state is under control

Union home minister Rajnath Singh chaired a high-level meeting on Saturday to review the security situation in the country, particularly Haryana.

Pentagon tells India, China to engage in direct dialogue to reduce tension over Doka La

In recent years, almost all neighbours of China have accused Beijing of coercive tactics to settle border disputes.

Sikkim standoff: China says withdrawal of Indian troops is 'precondition' for meaningful dialogue

Chinese foreign ministry, however, reiterated that "the withdrawal of the Indian border personnel is the precondition for any meaningful dialogue and communication between the two countries".

Sikkim standoff: Army chief Bipin Rawat attends high-level meeting to review situation in state

A high-level meeting reviewed the situation in the Sikkim sector where tensions have flared up between Indian troops and Chinese military.