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Pakistan squandered golden opportunity to 'liberate' Kashmir in 1965 war, says Pak writer Yasser Latif Hamdani

The decision to replace a top army officer led to Pakistan's defeat and "squandering" of last chance to "liberate" Kashmir, says Pakistani writer Yasser Latif Hamdani.

Sep 6, 2016

Govt to spend Rs. 170 crore to procure advanced helmets for Army

The new ballistic helmets, with 13mm trauma protection pads, will also be equipped with integrated communication headsets.

Sep 6, 2016

Isis bans burka: Here is the reason for the policy U-turn by the terrorist group

The hardline group has in the past punished women who have not adhered to their strict rules on donning the veil.

Sep 6, 2016

Bihar toppers scam: Chargesheet filed against 32 by special investigation team

Twenty of the 32 people are government employees and 12 others include four fake toppers.

Sep 6, 2016

Sri Lanka declared malaria-free by WHO

Sri Lanka is the second country after the Maldives in the WHO South-East Asia Region to be declared malaria-free.

Sep 6, 2016

QS World University Rankings 2016-17: IISc, 6 IITs slip; IISc ranked world's 11th best research institute

IIT Madras has climbed five places and broken into the top 250 universities worldwide.

Sep 6, 2016

Politicians respond to Keith Vaz allegations

Peter Tatchell says that there is no legitimate public interest for Vazs private escapades to be reported by the Mirror.

Sep 6, 2016

Watch 'MSG The Warrior - Lion Heart' trailer: Dera Sacha Sauda chief battles aliens in his latest film [VIDEO]

Gurmeet Singh Ram Rahim Insaan, who has been embroiled in numerous controversies, is back with a new film. Watch the trailer here.

Sep 6, 2016

David Davis We will trigger Article 50 as soon as is reasonably possible

David Davis has vowed that Britain will exit the EU with no attempt to delay, frustrate of thwart the will of the British people.

Sep 6, 2016

Arushi murder case: Nupur Talwar released on parole

Nupur Talwar was released on parole by the Allahabad High Court to take care of her ailing mother.

Sep 6, 2016

Uttar Pradesh Assembly Elections 2017: People wrangle for khatiyas as Rahul Gandhi embarks on Kisan Yatra [VIDEOS]

The Congress Vice-President is expected to cover 2,500 km as part of the rally.

Sep 6, 2016

Bangalore-Mysore highway blocked over Cauvery row: Mandya traffic police create FB page to suggest alternative routes

Pro-Kannada organisations are staging protest against the Supreme Court's order, and schools, colleges, shops and public offices in the district have remained shut today.

Sep 6, 2016

ASEAN Summit to begin today in Laos, leaders to take stock of Blueprints 2025

PM Modi is scheduled to arrive in Laos on Wednesday to attend the ASEAN Summit.

Sep 6, 2016

India renews bid to acquire armed Predator drones, US remains unenthused

The U.S. has already offered an unnamed Predator drone for maritime surveillance and reconnaissance missions for an Indian Navy requirement.

Sep 6, 2016

Jammu and Kashmir: Pak troops violate ceasefire along LoC in Poonch

This is the second ceasefire violation in less than a week.

Sep 6, 2016