China builds airports, upgrades defence in Tibet near LAC with India
China's People Liberation Army (PLA) is upgrading one of the civil airports in Gongga of Tibet.
Feb 14, 2019, 12:29 PM IST
China plays down media reports of selling aircraft carrier to Pakistan
A Pakistani newspaper had reported, quoting Chinese and Russian media reports, that China was planning to sell Liaoning. "I have not seen the report," said Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson.
Feb 12, 2019, 20:03 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
In message for 2019, China tells its soldiers to be ready for war
In a bid to ensure that its troops remain fighting fit and combat ready, China has told its soldiers to prepare for war and be ready for any emergency situation that may arise in the new year.
Jan 02, 2019, 08:35 AM IST
Chinese soldiers cross LAC into Arunachal Pradesh, retreat after Indian Army intervenes
Chinese soldiers crossed the LAC in the Arunachal Sector in the first week of October, said sources in the ministry.
Oct 15, 2018, 12:39 PM 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
Four People Liberation Army activists held in Manipur
Police also recovered three 9 mm pistols, two hand grenades, and ammunition from the possession of the arrested three militants.
Sep 12, 2018, 10:57 AM IST
Maoists held secret meeting in Myanmar to form alliance with PLA, J&K terrorists: Report
According to sources, a letter recovered from one of the accused arrested in June this year by Pune police has exposed the war that the banned organisation CPI (Maoist) are planning to wage against the nation.
Aug 31, 2018, 14:34 PM IST
India, China hold border personnel meeting on PLA's 91st anniversary
The PLA troops interacted with the visiting Indian delegation and presented a cultural programme to celebrate the occasion.
Aug 01, 2018, 22:30 PM IST
How Africa has become a major buyer of Chinese weapons
Most security analysts agree that the quality of weapons being manufactured in China has improved vastly and that several African countries are seeking them because they are priced well.
Jul 08, 2018, 17:41 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's PLA holds high altitude drill in Tibet to test military-civilian integration
An important component of the drill was the military-civilian integration strategy, a key component in Tibet where the Dalai Lama's legacy still lingers on.
Jun 29, 2018, 21:35 PM IST
PLA installing new early warning monitoring system along Indo-China border
The system is capable of detecting any movement in and around border areas and can be used in all weather conditions.
May 25, 2018, 10:24 AM IST
India, Pakistan to carry out military drills as part of multi-nation exercise
Officials have said that the main aim of the exercise is to enhance counter-terror cooperation among the eight SCO member countries.
Apr 29, 2018, 14:25 PM 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
China's hi-tech military technology has a new enemy: Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes have killed more humans than all wars combined. Now, China has declared war!
Mar 30, 2018, 10:18 AM IST
China's first homemade aircraft carrier ready for completion in record time
Codenamed Type 001A, the aircraft carrier will be second with the PLA Navy - after the Liaoning, and the first to be built at home. Officials say speed and quality of construction are both equal highlights of the sea fortress.
Mar 28, 2018, 14:26 PM IST
Indian Air Force vs Chinese Air Force: The rivalry in numbers
Both India and China are looking to rapidly modernise their military with a focus on advanced hardware.
Mar 22, 2018, 23:14 PM IST
China brings troops guarding Indian border directly under military command
Troops that were formerly part of the armed police and managed by institutes of the State Council have now officially withdrawn from this system in a bid to fully implement the party's absolute leadership over the People's Liberation Army, and other national armed forces.
Mar 22, 2018, 11:57 AM IST
