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China says India should learn from 'historical lessons' as border standoff in Sikkim intensifies

Both India and China are said to have deployed about 3,000 troops each in the region and China has urged India to withdraw troops so that the two countries can have a dialogue to settle the matter.

Jun 30, 2017

China aiming for strategic advantage in trijunction through road construction; army chief to visit Sikkim today

China had earlier said that India had no right to interfere in what it does within its territory, but experts believe that with this, Beijing intends to achieve a strategic advantage in the region.

Jun 29, 2017

Liquor Ban: About 340 Bengaluru pubs, bars ordered to stop selling alcohol from June 30 midnight

The excise department has issued formal notices to about 340 pubs and bars in Bengaluru ordering them to stop selling alcohol from June 30 midnight.

Jun 28, 2017

Chinese media offers to teach India the 'rules' of dealing with border disputes

The article on Global Times also warned India not to be "arrogant" and said that the Chinese government "must force the Indian troops to retreat to the Indian side by all means."

Jun 28, 2017

China closes Nathu La pass in Sikkim, denies entry to Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims

While it is being said that the Nathu La pass was closed after a border skirmish between India and China, the neighbouring country has said that the pass was closed due to bad weather.

Jun 27, 2017

For separate state but not for 'Gorkhaland'? Bengal BJP chief's reckless remark shows party's clueless position

West Bengal's BJP chief Dilip Ghosh's remark has led to fresh controversy over the ongoing Gorkhaland crisis. The party is in a big dilemma over how to handle it and the pressure is showing.

Jun 25, 2017

Thiruvananthapuram tops list of 30 new smart cities, Amaravathi in 4th position, Bengaluru finishes 14th

Sonia Gandhi's constituency Rae Bareli absent from new roster, but will be in the fray next time around.

Jun 23, 2017

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Liquor ban: Pubs and bars in Bangalore's central business district face closure from July

Hundreds of high-end pubs and bars in the city's central business district -- Brigade Road, MG Road, Church Street and Indiranagar -- may be shut down, Friday, June 30 onwards.

Jun 23, 2017

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Sikkim CM backs Gorkhaland demand; BJP, Left Front snub Mamata govt, boycott meeting

"The fulfillment of the constitutional demand of the people in the Darjeeling hills...will provide long-awaited justice to their patriotism," says Sikkim CM Pawan Kumar Chamling.

Jun 22, 2017

Gorkhaland crisis: Darjeeling schools given 12-hour window to evacuate students

The GJM convened an all-party meeting on Tuesday and passed a resolution wherein it was decided that the indefinite shutdown would continue until the security forces were withdrawn.

Jun 21, 2017

Acknowledging Kashmir issue a challenge for Modi govt, Rajnath says Centre will come up with 'permanent solution'

Speaking to a national channel, Singh reiterated what he had said in Sikkim a week ago: the central government will come up with a 'permanent solution' for Kashmir.

May 28, 2017

Cannes 2017: First look of Priyanka Chopra's Nepali movie Pahuna unveiled at film festival [PHOTO]

Produced by Priyanka Chopra, Pahuna is a movie based on people from Sikkim, and struggles of three Nepali children.

May 22, 2017

Rajnath Singh promises 'permanent solution' to Kashmir issue

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday promised that the Central government would come up with a "permanent solution" to the Kashmir issue. Read to know more.

May 21, 2017

Why India's decision to skip China's One Belt One Road summit is a foreign policy blunder

By boycotting China's OBOR/BRI summit, India achieved little. If it really wants to deal with the Chinese, it needs to join its party and manouvre from within.

May 16, 2017

If all 4 chief ministers can accompany Pak PM Sharif to China, why none in India join PM Modi abroad?

The chief ministers of all four provinces of Pakistan have joined the country's premier in his visit to China. Why don't we see such pictures in India often? Is it the political animosity?

May 12, 2017

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