territorial dispute
Assam CM Himanta Sarma Condemns Bangladesh's Territorial Claims on Northeast India as "Baseless and Dangerous"
Dec 16, 2025 10:08 pm CST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has firmly rejected suggestions from Bangladeshi factions about separating Northeast India from the mainland, calling such claims "baseless and dangerous." The dispute centers around the strategic Chicken's Neck corridor, with Sarma warning that India would respond decisively to any threats to its territorial integrity. This diplomatic tension follows provocative statements from Bangladesh's National Citizen Party officials regarding potential "isolation" of India's northeastern states.
Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict Displaces Half a Million as Death Toll Rises to 14
Dec 11, 2025 02:22 am CST
Intensifying border clashes between Cambodia and Thailand have forced over 500,000 civilians to flee their homes, with at least 14 fatalities reported. The territorial dispute centers around ancient temples along their 800-kilometer frontier, with both sides blaming each other for the renewed violence. Despite previous ceasefire efforts mediated by the US, China, and ASEAN, fighting has spread to five provinces on both sides, prompting international calls for de-escalation.
India Affirms Arunachal Pradesh's Status Following Shanghai Airport Detention Incident
Dec 09, 2025 09:04 am CST
India's Ministry of External Affairs has firmly reasserted that Arunachal Pradesh remains an integral part of India following an incident where an Indian citizen was detained at Shanghai airport. The MEA has issued an advisory for Indian travelers to China after authorities questioned a passenger's documents because her birthplace was Arunachal Pradesh, an area China claims as its territory. This incident has highlighted ongoing territorial tensions amid gradually improving bilateral relations.
Territory Remains the Critical Roadblock in Russia-Ukraine Peace Negotiations
Dec 08, 2025 11:30 pm CST
The territorial dispute continues to be the primary obstacle in Russia-Ukraine peace talks, with Putin demanding land concessions while Zelensky refuses to cede territory. As US diplomats push for a quick resolution, the Ukrainian President meets with European allies in London and Brussels to discuss the complex negotiations that have proven more challenging than anticipated.
Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict Escalates: Thai Soldier Killed in Fresh Military Clashes
Dec 08, 2025 11:29 am CST
A dangerous escalation in the long-standing Thailand-Cambodia border dispute has resulted in air strikes, one Thai soldier killed, and multiple injuries as both nations trade accusations over the renewed violence. The conflict centers around territorial claims to ancient temples and boundary lines dating back to French colonial rule, forcing the evacuation of approximately 35,000 Thai residents from border regions despite previous ceasefire agreements.
India Rejects Nepal's Territorial Claims on New Currency: Diplomatic Tensions Escalate
Nov 27, 2025 11:46 pm CST
India has firmly rejected Nepal's inclusion of disputed territories on its new 100-rupee banknote, calling it an "artificial enlargement of territorial claims." The controversial currency features Kalapani, Lipulekh, and Limpiyadhura regions that India considers its own, further straining diplomatic relations between the neighboring countries. Both nations continue discussions on border issues while maintaining their respective positions on territorial sovereignty.
Nepal Releases New Rs 100 Currency Notes Featuring Disputed Territories Claimed by India
Nov 27, 2025 09:04 pm CST
Nepal's central bank has issued new Rs 100 banknotes featuring a revised map that includes three territories disputed with India. The updated currency notes show Kalapani, Lipulekh, and Limpiyadhura regions as part of Nepal, continuing the cartographic changes first introduced by Nepal's government in 2020 despite India's objections to these territorial claims.
India Condemns China's Detention of Arunachal Woman: Territorial Dispute Threatens Diplomatic Progress
Nov 27, 2025 02:59 am CST
India strongly protests China's 18-hour detention of an Arunachal Pradesh woman at Shanghai airport, reaffirming that the region is an "integral part" of India. The MEA warns such arbitrary actions undermine recent efforts to normalize bilateral relations following the 2020 border standoff, as both nations work toward rebuilding diplomatic ties through people-centric engagements.
Indian Woman from Arunachal Pradesh Detained at Shanghai Airport: A Diplomatic Standoff Between India and China
Nov 26, 2025 10:27 am CST
An Arunachal Pradesh woman, Pema Wang Thongdok, faced an 18-hour detention at Shanghai airport when Chinese officials refused to recognize her Indian passport, claiming her birthplace was "part of China." This incident has escalated into a diplomatic issue, with India firmly asserting its sovereignty over Arunachal Pradesh and lodging formal protests with China in both Beijing and New Delhi.
India Protests 18-Hour Detention of Arunachal Pradesh Woman at Shanghai Airport Amid Territorial Dispute with China
Nov 26, 2025 01:30 am CST
India has issued a strong diplomatic response after a woman from Arunachal Pradesh was detained for over 18 hours at Shanghai Airport when Chinese officials declared her Indian passport invalid, claiming her birthplace belongs to China. The incident has escalated tensions between the two nations, with India firmly rejecting China's territorial claims and citing violations of international aviation conventions.