India considers incidents along its disputed border with China “most serious” and “the state of the border affairs” will “reflect on the state of our larger bilateral ties,” the Ministry of External Affairs said in response to a question about a fresh military face-off.

India emphasizes that border stability with China is crucial for improving bilateral relations, rejecting China's criticism on Arunachal Pradesh.

Face-off happened late July when patrol parties of 2 countries came face to face in remote Taksing village. The Chinese are said to have returned in early August.