The Chinese were armed with clubs, sticks and other equipment for the clash. The Indian troops were also prepared for the clash as they had known the intentions of the adversary, sources said.
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday, reacting to the Tawang face-off, said that India's soldiers would give a befitting reply to anyone who "tries to transgress" the Line of Actual Control.
Defence expert Praful Bakshi said if needed India will have to change its stance in view of Chinese actions but said that military talks should continue.
China has recruited more than 30 former British military pilots including those who have flown sophisticated fighter jets. UK's Defence Ministry said that they are being recruited to train pilots of the Chinese Army.
New Delhi [India], September 13 (ANI): India and China on Tuesday resolved the last remaining friction point on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) created post-May 2020 as troops from both countries pulled back from their respective positions in the Gogra Heights-Hot Springs area.
New Delhi [India], August 31 (ANI): The Indian and Chinese armies on Wednesday held a Division Commander-level meeting where they discussed matters pertaining to maintaining peace and tranquillity along the Line of Actual Control in the Ladakh sector.
Taipei [Taiwan], August 30 (ANI): Taiwanese military fired at a Chinese military drone after it entered the "restricted" air-space over a the Taiwanese-controlled island, media reports said citing a statement released by the island's defence ministry on Tuesday.
New Delhi [India], August 29 (ANI): Amid the ongoing military standoff between India and China, Chinese Army soldiers stopped Indian villagers from taking their cattle to traditional grazing grounds in Demchok on August 21-22 after which the Indian Army held talks with their People's Liberat
New Delhi [India], August 26 (ANI): With an aim to prepare for tank warfare in the mountainous borders with China, the Indian Army has issued specifications for its future light tank which has been named 'Zorawar'.