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The prediction came in a 97-page annual report to Congress that saw advances throughout the Chinese military in 2016, funded by robust defence spending that the Pentagon estimated exceeded USD 180 billion. (Photo: AP/Representational)

Steer clear of screens and masturbation, Chinese military recruits...

The PLA Daily said that in one city alone more than half the candidates were rejected after failing to show they were...

24 Aug 2017 4:30 PM IST

In Afghanistan, an online campaign called #WhereIsMyName is challenging a centuries-old tradition of omitting womens names from the likes of wedding invites and gravestones (Photo: AFP)

'Where is my name?' Afghan women start online campaign for right to...

The movement started in early July when a handful of women posted comments and photos on social media using hashtag...

24 Aug 2017 3:56 PM IST

The notification issued by the Chinese Embassy in India comes amid shrill campaign against India by the official media here over the Doklam standoff. (Photo: Chinese Embassy)

Amid Sikkim standoff, China issues 2nd safety advisory for citizens...

The first safety advisory was issued by China on July 7 and was valid for one month.

24 Aug 2017 3:18 PM IST

Senior prison authorities and officers from Nagpada police station are examining the jail premises.

US: Father kills 5-yr-old over custody battle with wife, gets 25 yrs...

Investigators revealed the boy had been smothered with his own coat before his father dumped his body in the woods.

24 Aug 2017 1:40 PM IST

newly-elected Prime Minister of Pakistan Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, takes oath from Pakistani President Mamnoon Hussain at the Presidential palace in Islamabad, Pakistan. (Photo: AP)

Pakistan's PM Abbasi, military chief Bajwa meet to respond to Trump's...

Analysts have also warned putting greater pressure on Pakistan risks driving Islamabad deeper into the arms of China.

24 Aug 2017 1:25 PM IST

US President Donald Trump signed into law a new batch of sanctions on Beijing, Tehran, and Moscow. (Photo: AP)

White House to send memo to Pentagon on transgender ban in US...

Since Trump's declaration several senior military officials have voiced unease over the policy shift.

24 Aug 2017 1:11 PM IST

Residents waded in waist-high murky water and rows of city buses sat half-submerged on city streets (Photo: AP)

Typhoon Hato leaves 16 dead after lashing southern China

Macau said Thursday eight people were killed in the former Portuguese colony, including two men found overnight in a...

24 Aug 2017 12:51 PM IST

The home department had appointed a committee to prepare a report on decongesting prisons in the state.

Pakistan-origin man sentenced to 18 years for pipe bomb plot in UK

Nadeem Muhammad had been convicted of possessing explosives with intent to endanger life at Manchester Crown Court...

24 Aug 2017 11:54 AM IST

Qatar said it had received the demands on June 22 with just 10 days to meet them, which would mean they would have until Sunday to comply. (Photo: AFP)

Amid crisis, Qatar restores diplomatic ties with Iran disregarding...

Despite recalling its ambassador in 2016, Iran and Qatar maintained their valuable commercial ties.

24 Aug 2017 11:38 AM IST

United States, State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert (Photo: AP)

Engage in talks to reduce tensions over Kashmir: US to India, Pakistan

'In terms of Kashmir, our policy is same, we continue to encourage the sides to sit down and talk together about that',...

24 Aug 2017 11:20 AM IST

US President Donald Trump. (Photo: AP)

Pak's security concerns must be respected for its role in Afghan...

It is the second time Beijing has defended its South Asian neighbour this week, with foreign ministry praising Pakistan...

24 Aug 2017 10:52 AM IST

Imran Khan, Pak Army chief pray for Kulsoom's fast recovery

In a post on Twitter, Imran Khan prayed for her speedy recovery and win in battle against cancer.

24 Aug 2017 2:42 AM IST