People's Liberation Army

Defence News: China Preparing For Modern Warfare - Not Humans, Robotic Soldiers, Dogs To Be Used In Combat Next

The Chinese robotic dog weighs 15 kilograms and is equipped with a 4D super-wide-angle sensing system. 

May 27, 2024, 15:23 PM IST

DNA Exclusive: Inside story of clash between Indian-Chinese troops in Tawang

In today's DNA, Zee News' Rohit Ranjan will explain the inside story of China's intrusion in Tawang and India's befitting response.

Dec 13, 2022, 23:53 PM IST

'Indian soldiers illegaly crossed border and obstructed our troops': Chinese Military on Tawang clash

The statement comes days after Indian and Chinese troops clashed in the Tawang sector of Arunachal Pradesh, resulting in minor injuries to some soldiers on both sides.

Dec 13, 2022, 18:05 PM IST

India-China border clash: China says situation 'generally stable', stays mum on Tawang clash

Beijing, Dec 13 (PTI) China on Tuesday said the situation was "generally stable" along its border with India, days after the troops of the two countries clashed in the Tawang sector of Arunachal Pradesh, resulting in minor injuries to some soldiers on both sides.At a med ia briefing here, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin said the two sides have maintained smooth communication on border-related issues through diplomatic and military channels.

Dec 13, 2022, 17:10 PM IST

India-China Border Clash: IAF closely monitoring situation in Arunachal Pradesh

India-China border row: The troops of the Indian Army and China's People's Liberation Army clashed along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang sector on December 9. The face-off resulted in minor injuries to a few personnel from both sides.

Dec 13, 2022, 06:34 AM IST

With Taiwan drills, Chinese President Xi Jinping tries to salvage Nancy Pelosi crisis

Chinese President Xi Jinping couldn’t stop Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan but he ordered his military to rehearse a more aggressive step; a blockade important to take the island by force, says security officials.

Aug 08, 2022, 12:05 PM IST

China building infrastructure near Arunachal border, says Indian Army's Eastern Command chief

General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Command also said that the Indian side is also continuously upgrading its infrastructure and capabilities to deal with any situation that may arise along the border, the PTI news agency reported.

May 16, 2022, 22:53 PM IST

With eyes on the West, China’s PLA undergoes major reshuffle

Five lieutenant generals (two from the army, one from the navy and two from the air force) were promoted to general, the PLA's highest rank. 

Sep 27, 2021, 18:24 PM IST

China appoints new Army Commander to head Western Theatre Command along Indian border

President Xi Jinping, who also heads the ruling Communist Party of China (CPC) the Central Military Commission (CMC), has promoted Gen Wang Haijiang and four other military officers to the rank of General, the highest rank for officers in active military service in China.

Sep 07, 2021, 15:13 PM IST

25 Chinese warplanes enter Taiwanese air defence zone in biggest incursion so far

Air defence identification zones are early warning systems that help countries detect incursions into their airspace. Any aircraft entering such an area is supposed to report its route and purpose to the "host" nation, though the zones are classified as international airspace and pilots are not legally bound to make such a notification.

Apr 14, 2021, 00:06 AM IST

People's Liberation Army not a popular choice among Chinese masses; here's why

The story of a Chinese youth, named Zhang Moukang, from Hainan province exposes the real face of the PLA. After joining the Chinese army, Zhang decided to leave it within a month but it was not easy for him to do so. 

Jun 11, 2020, 01:00 AM IST

Do you believe in UFOs? China hints at test of new missile

The People`s Liberation Army typically does not announce new missile tests, but occasionally drops hints about what it is up to, amid a massive modernisation push championed by President Xi Jinping to ramp up combat capabilities.

Jun 04, 2019, 13:31 PM IST

China deploys H-6 bomber in Tibet, just 200 kilometers from border with Sikkim

A report from Indian intelligence agencies states that PLA is also reported to have inducted 155mm calibre vehicle mounted Howitzer.

Apr 26, 2019, 16:58 PM IST

China plans to build four nuclear aircraft carriers to challenge American might

While China currently has one aircraft carrier, US operates 10 Nitiz-class 'supercarriers.' Russia and France have one aircraft carrier in service each while UK is building two.

Feb 06, 2019, 10:56 AM IST

China steps up its military game with BDS satellite navigation system

BDS, stated to be rivalling US' Global Positioning System (GPS), is the fourth global satellite navigation system in the world.

Feb 02, 2019, 11:10 AM IST

China inducting sniper platoon, anti-jamming systems in PLA units: Sources

The sniper platoon is equipped with Type -10 large calibre range sniper rifles with special bullets and have a maximum effective range of 1500 meter.

Sep 13, 2018, 20:16 PM IST

China's 'peace disease': Chinese Army's own newspaper raises doubts over military capabilities

Military analysts have for decades called the Chinese military a 'paper tiger'. The Chinese Army, seemingly, has finally agreed.

Jul 07, 2018, 09:05 AM IST

China tries to make an example, gives strict punishments for those who want to quit military service

An obligation to serve two years in the military is key to getting a college education.

Apr 09, 2018, 15:00 PM IST

Lessons from Doklam: Indian troops increase patrolling at India, China and Myanmar tri-junction

Right across the LAC in Arunachal Pradesh, a cluster of fresh Chinese infrastructure has been observed. 

Apr 01, 2018, 16:04 PM IST

In response to China, India raises troop deployment in Arunachal Pradesh

Troops of India and China were locked in a 73-day-long standoff in Doklam from June 16, 2017. The face-off had ended on August 28, 2017.

Mar 31, 2018, 16:26 PM IST