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Xi abolishes labor camps, relaxes one-child policy

Xi abolishes labor camps, relaxes one-child policy

These reforms were approved at the Third Plenary Session of the 18th CPC held from November 9-12 in Beijing.

The pots and kettles of the Human Rights debate

The pots and kettles of the Human Rights debate

Most nations are selective about human rights violations, writes, a former speaker of the Belgian Parliament.

Tendulkar bids farewell in Mumbai

Tendulkar bids farewell in Mumbai

Tendulkar is the highest scorer in both Tests and ODIs (one-day internationals), with 15,921 Test runs and 18,426 runs in ODIs.

China power consumption rises 9.5%

China power consumption rises 9.5%

China's power consumption in the first 10 months of the year stood at 4.383 trillion kilowatt hours (kWh).

Economy to rebound in second half- India FM

Economy to rebound in second half- India FM

The finance minister said bankers need to support those who are reeling under the impact of the economic slowdown.

Fed Chief nominee Yellen backs stimulus programme

Fed Chief nominee Yellen backs stimulus programme

As the current Vice-Chair, she said the programme reduced unemployment and pushed down mortgage rates.

Brazil reports surge in Amazon deforestation

Brazil reports surge in Amazon deforestation

Brazil’s environment minister Izabella Teixeira has said Thursday’s figures depict “a crime”.

Putin discusses Syria peace efforts with Assad

Putin discusses Syria peace efforts with Assad

The two leaders talked about the expected Geneva-2 peace summit, the destruction of banned weapons, and civilian suffering.

Eurozone growth lacks momentum – report

Eurozone growth lacks momentum – report

The lower-than-expected figures could prompt the Central Bank to again intervene and lower interest rates.

Excited about future of India-UK ties: Cameron

Excited about future of India-UK ties: Cameron

Britain's prime minister is currently on a day long visit to the South Asian nation.