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In Manipur, 24-Hour Shutdown, 1 More Killed, And AFSPA Looms Large
There is tension in parts of Manipur again after recent incidents of violence. Chief Minister N Biren Singh has also warned troublemakers that they would be responsible if the Centre decides to reimpose the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act.
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"If AFSPA Is Reimposed...": Manipur Chief Minister's Warning Amid Violence
Chief Minister N Biren Singh today said he is "highly upset" with the ongoing violence in Manipur and elements who engage in it will be held responsible for any stringent government action, including reimposition of the AFSPA.
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Controversial Law AFSPA Extended In Manipur Hills, Not In Valley
The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act or AFSPA was extended by another six months in Manipur on Wednesday, barring 19 police stations falling under the Imphal valley and an area that shares its boundary with neighbouring Assam.
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Amit Shah's Peace Pitch In Manipur Dodges Controversial Law AFSPA
The simmering tension over the controversial military law AFSPA did not feature in Union Home Minister Amit Shah's campaign on Wednesday for elections starting next week in Manipur, as he promised to hold peace talks with the state's Kuki militant gr
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In Manipur, Which Votes This Month, All Parties Focus On "Remove AFSPA"
AFSPA-free Manipur. This is the battlefield slogan that every political party in Manipur is using to win support ahead of the assembly elections in the BJP-ruled state this month.
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Congress Attacks Manipur For Extending Controversial Law AFSPA For A Year
The Congress has vehemently attacked the ruling BJP-led government in Manipur after local media reports revealed that the state government had declared the entire State of Manipur, excluding the Imphal Municipal Area as "Disturbed Area" for a year.
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"Need To Wait" Before Repealing AFSPA, Says Manipur Chief Minister
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has said the law and order situation in the state has improved in recent years, but it is still not conducive to repeal the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act.
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"Time To Review Imposition Of AFSPA," Says Manipur Chief Minister
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has said it is time the imposition of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, or the AFSPA, in the northeastern state is reviewed but added security concerns over the state sharing borders with foreign countries should also be considered.
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Manipur Elections 2017: Congress Vows To Strive For Removal Of AFSPA If Voted Back To Power
Congress today reassured that it would urge the Centre to provide constitutional safeguards for the territorial integrity of Manipur and strive for removal of AFSPA from remaining part of the state, if voted back to power.
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Irom Sharmila To Marry Despite Death Threats: 10 Facts
Human rights activist Irom Sharmila today ended her 16-year hunger strike - thought to be the world's longest - to stand for election. Here are 10 things to know about the woman known as the "Iron Lady of Manipur".
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Irom Sharmila Back In Hospital After Breaking 16-Year Hunger Strike
Irom Sharmila, the iconic activist who didn't eat for 16 years in protest against alleged army atrocities in Manipur, burst into tears on Tuesday as she licked honey from her palm to end her fast.
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Irom Sharmila's Family, Associates Surprised By Her Decision To End Fast
The sudden decision of civil rights activist Irom Sharmila to end her 16-year-old hunger strike against AFSPA next month has taken everyone by surprise including her associates and family members.
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World's Longest Hunger Strike To End Soon: Foreign Media On Irom Sharmila
Irom Sharmila, 43, has not eaten for years as a protest against the immunity enjoyed by the Indian military in cases of abuse in the country's conflict zones. The government has said her protest amounts to suicide and has force-fed her through a nasal tube.
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Army Can't Use Excessive Force In Disturbed Areas, Says Court: 10 Facts
The army, police and paramilitary cannot use excessive force in disturbed areas, the Supreme Court said today in a significant ruling on a petition by activists in Manipur, where the controversial Armed Forces Special Powers Act or AFSPA gives the army sweeping emergency powers.
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In Manipur, 24-Hour Shutdown, 1 More Killed, And AFSPA Looms Large
There is tension in parts of Manipur again after recent incidents of violence. Chief Minister N Biren Singh has also warned troublemakers that they would be responsible if the Centre decides to reimpose the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act.
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"If AFSPA Is Reimposed...": Manipur Chief Minister's Warning Amid Violence
Chief Minister N Biren Singh today said he is "highly upset" with the ongoing violence in Manipur and elements who engage in it will be held responsible for any stringent government action, including reimposition of the AFSPA.
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Controversial Law AFSPA Extended In Manipur Hills, Not In Valley
The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act or AFSPA was extended by another six months in Manipur on Wednesday, barring 19 police stations falling under the Imphal valley and an area that shares its boundary with neighbouring Assam.
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Amit Shah's Peace Pitch In Manipur Dodges Controversial Law AFSPA
The simmering tension over the controversial military law AFSPA did not feature in Union Home Minister Amit Shah's campaign on Wednesday for elections starting next week in Manipur, as he promised to hold peace talks with the state's Kuki militant gr
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In Manipur, Which Votes This Month, All Parties Focus On "Remove AFSPA"
AFSPA-free Manipur. This is the battlefield slogan that every political party in Manipur is using to win support ahead of the assembly elections in the BJP-ruled state this month.
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Congress Attacks Manipur For Extending Controversial Law AFSPA For A Year
The Congress has vehemently attacked the ruling BJP-led government in Manipur after local media reports revealed that the state government had declared the entire State of Manipur, excluding the Imphal Municipal Area as "Disturbed Area" for a year.
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"Need To Wait" Before Repealing AFSPA, Says Manipur Chief Minister
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has said the law and order situation in the state has improved in recent years, but it is still not conducive to repeal the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act.
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"Time To Review Imposition Of AFSPA," Says Manipur Chief Minister
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has said it is time the imposition of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, or the AFSPA, in the northeastern state is reviewed but added security concerns over the state sharing borders with foreign countries should also be considered.
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Manipur Elections 2017: Congress Vows To Strive For Removal Of AFSPA If Voted Back To Power
Congress today reassured that it would urge the Centre to provide constitutional safeguards for the territorial integrity of Manipur and strive for removal of AFSPA from remaining part of the state, if voted back to power.
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Irom Sharmila To Marry Despite Death Threats: 10 Facts
Human rights activist Irom Sharmila today ended her 16-year hunger strike - thought to be the world's longest - to stand for election. Here are 10 things to know about the woman known as the "Iron Lady of Manipur".
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Irom Sharmila Back In Hospital After Breaking 16-Year Hunger Strike
Irom Sharmila, the iconic activist who didn't eat for 16 years in protest against alleged army atrocities in Manipur, burst into tears on Tuesday as she licked honey from her palm to end her fast.
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Irom Sharmila's Family, Associates Surprised By Her Decision To End Fast
The sudden decision of civil rights activist Irom Sharmila to end her 16-year-old hunger strike against AFSPA next month has taken everyone by surprise including her associates and family members.
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World's Longest Hunger Strike To End Soon: Foreign Media On Irom Sharmila
Irom Sharmila, 43, has not eaten for years as a protest against the immunity enjoyed by the Indian military in cases of abuse in the country's conflict zones. The government has said her protest amounts to suicide and has force-fed her through a nasal tube.
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Army Can't Use Excessive Force In Disturbed Areas, Says Court: 10 Facts
The army, police and paramilitary cannot use excessive force in disturbed areas, the Supreme Court said today in a significant ruling on a petition by activists in Manipur, where the controversial Armed Forces Special Powers Act or AFSPA gives the army sweeping emergency powers.
