# World

18 killed in China coal mine accident

At least 18 people were killed in a coal mine accident in China's Hunan province, officials said on Monday. A…

IANS | Beijing | May 8, 2017 5:58 am

At least 18 people were killed in a coal mine accident in China's Hunan province, officials said on Monday.

A gas leak occurred at the Jilinqiao colliery in Youxian county on Sunday when a total of 55 workers were working in the mining shaft, Xinhua news agency reported.

Thirty-seven miners were rescued.

# Opinion

LAC tensions must end for better ties

Indian foreign secretary Vikram Misri visited Beijing last week marking another step towards restoring normalcy between the two nations.

# India

Rahul criticises Modi on China, jobs, economy

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi Monday drew serious objections from the ruling side when he spoke about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's invite to the US President's inaugural ceremony and about the presence of Chinese troops in India.

# World

Reduce Chinese influence or face ‘necessary measures’: US State Secy Rubio to Panama

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio cautioned Panama about China's influence and control over the Panama Canal, calling the situation "unacceptable" and said that the US will take "necessary measures" if changes are not made.