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World, Asia, 21 Jun 2017
President Duterte pledges to rebuild ISIS-infested Philippines city
The declaration of martial law is the subject of petitions at the Supreme Court questioning the necessity and factual basis for it.
21 Jun 2017 2:53 PM
Despite rumour ban, China's dog meat festival opens
The market also features poultry, tanks of fish and vegetables and fruits, including big bundles of lychees.
21 Jun 2017 11:39 AM
About 200 gunmen attack Philippine village, possibly to divert troops
Chief Inspector Realan Mamon could not confirm if students or teachers were being held hostage.
21 Jun 2017 8:34 AM
Pakistani politicians tapped
322 political figures, scribes, officers under surveillance by govt.
21 Jun 2017 2:55 AM
Pakistan ranks second in refugee numbers
The estimated population of Afghan refugees in Pakistan is of the documented refugees only.
21 Jun 2017 2:51 AM
China hints at blocking India’s move on JeM chief at UN again
The neighbouring country has said disagreements continue to prevail in the United Nations Committee related to terrorism issues in this case.
21 Jun 2017 12:50 AM
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The Iranian port of Chabahar, crucial for Indo-Iranian trade & regional connectivity, is up for major upgrades under a new 10-year agreement
Home Ministry seeks input to modernize pre-Independence laws, Official Secrets Act and Explosive Substances Act, amid electoral backdrop