'Positive' development on AFSPA in Assam, Nagaland soon: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said, "With militancy on the wane the Army has virtually withdrawn from Assam, except from five-six districts and when AFSPA comes up for renewal after four
Jan 01, 2022, 19:39 PM IST
Panel to decide on withdrawal of AFSPA from Nagaland
The Committee will submit its report in 45 days and withdrawal of Disturbed Area and AFSPA from Nagaland will be based on its recommendations, stated the Nagaland government.
Dec 26, 2021, 16:15 PM IST
Panel to decide on withdrawal of AFSPA from Nagaland
The Committee will submit its report in 45 days and withdrawal of Disturbed Area and AFSPA from Nagaland will be based on its recommendations, stated the Nagaland government.
Dec 26, 2021, 16:15 PM IST
Nagaland Assembly unanimously adopts resolution demanding repeal of AFSPA
The resolution moved by Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio was adopted by voice vote during the one-day special session of the Assembly held to discuss the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA), 1958, and
Dec 20, 2021, 21:38 PM IST
NHRC to hold 'Public Open Hearing' of human rights cases in Guwahati from today
The cases will be heard in the presence of complainants and concerned public authorities so that some decisions are taken on the spot for redressal of grievances of the victims of rights violations.
Dec 16, 2021, 07:42 AM IST
AFSPA: Nagaland governor summons special Assembly session on Dec 20
Nagaland Governor Jagdish Mukhi on Saturday called for a special Assembly session on December 20 amid the demands to revoke the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act.
Dec 11, 2021, 23:38 PM IST
Maharashtra reports 2 more cases of Omicron, both patients vaccinated and with no symptoms
A 37-year-old man who arrived in Mumbai from South Africa and his 36-year-old female friend who landed in the city from the United States tested positive for Omicron.
Dec 06, 2021, 08:40 AM IST
Nagaland killings: TMC delegation to meet families of civilians killed in Mon district
The Indian Army has expressed regret over the incident and said it is being investigated at the highest level. Some Naga youth were reportedly killed in Oting village of Mon district on Saturday when
Dec 06, 2021, 06:31 AM IST
Violence in Nagaland escalates as angry mob attacks Army camp; 1 civilian dead, 2 injured
The security forces claimed that they tried to maintain restraint initially but when the situation went out of control, they fired in retaliation.
Dec 05, 2021, 23:43 PM IST
Another civilian killed in Nagaland's Mon during protests, curfew imposed
One was killed while another was severely injured on Sunday in Nagaland.
Dec 05, 2021, 19:03 PM IST
Internet snapped in Mon district following killing of 13 civilians in Nagaland
In an order dated December 4, Nagaland Home Commissioner Abhijit Sinha said, "Mobile internet/data services/ bulk SMS of all providers in the entire area of Mon district prohibited with immediate
Dec 05, 2021, 18:16 PM IST
Indian Army expresses regret over killing of civilians in Nagaland, assures action
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio ordered a high-level probe into the reported killings of civilians by security forces in Oting village in the Mon district.
Dec 05, 2021, 16:37 PM IST
Nagaland civilians killing: Army orders Court of Inquiry, Amit Shah expresses anguish
Police in Nagaland's capital Kohima said at least 11 civilians were killed by security forces and that it is investigating whether the incident was a case of ''mistaken identity''.
Dec 05, 2021, 11:34 AM IST
Several civilians, jawan killed during counter-insurgency operation in Nagaland, probe ordered
Amit Shah said that he is 'anguished' over the 'unfortunate incident' and expressed his condolences to the families of those who have lost their lives.
Dec 05, 2021, 09:59 AM IST
Covid-19 vaccination drive needs to be taken door-to-door now: Narendra Modi
The prime minister noted that religious leaders are very enthusiastic about the vaccination campaign.
Nov 03, 2021, 22:05 PM IST
Former Nagaland Governor RN Ravi resigns as Centre's interlocutor for Naga peace talks
Ravi was leading the peace negotiations with the Nagaland insurgent group NSCN-IM since 2014.
Sep 22, 2021, 20:47 PM IST
Centre signs ceasefire agreement with Nagaland’s NSCN Niki group
More than 200 cadres of this group along with 83 weapons joined the peace process, the Ministry of Home Affairs said in a statement.
Sep 08, 2021, 20:28 PM IST
Terror funding: ED attaches assets worth Rs 6.88 crore of Naga separatist group
The agency alleged that the group was carrying out well organised extortion racket in Manipur and Nagaland in order to fund terror activities.
Aug 16, 2021, 19:38 PM IST
Amid row with Mizoram, Assam resolves border conflict with Nagaland, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma calls it ‘historic’
Calling it a “historic step”, Assam CM Sarma added that his government is “committed to ensuring peace at its borders”.
Jul 31, 2021, 17:38 PM IST
Nagaland to maintain peace in areas bordering Assam: Dy CM
Nagaland's Director General of Police John Longkumer has also said that he has spoken with his counterpart in Assam on the issue of withdrawing forces along the disputed area.
Jul 30, 2021, 21:36 PM IST
