This came after India's external affairs ministry said that the state of border affairs has ramifications for overall India-China ties. | India News

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.

India's External Affairs Ministry stated border issues reflect larger bilateral ties with China. The ministry cautioned that maintaining peace in border areas is of utmost…