NEW DELHI: A day after 20 Indian soldiers were killed in clashes with Chinese troops in Ladakh’s Galwan Valley, intense diplomatic and political activities hogged the headlines in the country. Political leaders from across the spectrum unanimously stood behind the country’s armed forces. Meanwhile, senior officials and external affairs ministers of both the countries held talks to de-escalate tensions along the Line of Actual Control.
Here is a look at the latest developments of the day:
Sacrifice of our jawans will not go in vain: PM Modi
Speaking for the first time on the border situation in Ladakh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that while India favors peace, it is also capable of giving a fitting reply when provoked. “I would like to assure the nation that the sacrifice of our jawans will not go in vain. For us, the unity and sovereignty of the country are the most important…India wants peace but it is capable to give a befitting reply if instigated,” he said.
PM Modi to hold all-party meet on June 19
In order to discuss the situation in the India-China bo
