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TopicAssam Rifles

Topic: Assam Rifles

‘You are not here to observe but to protect’ — Manipur CM Biren Singh slams central forces

Imphal/Guwahati: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh Sunday criticised the central security forces, saying that they had been deployed in the state “to protect...

Burnt houses, schools — Manipur commandos ‘led arson spree’ in Moreh, Myanmar fire dept ‘came to rescue’

CCTV footage matches version of Moreh residents who allege that Manipur Police commandos set fire to homes on 17 January as Assam Rifles personnel played mute spectators.

‘Hard to see countrymen fight’ — Assam Rifles, Army soldiers in Manipur on family & ethnic strife

Eight months since ethnic conflict erupted in Manipur, security personnel remain deployed there to maintain order in a state where peace remains fragile.

Banned insurgent group PLA claims responsibility for IED attack on Assam Rifles in Manipur

No soldier was injured in attack that took place Thursday morning when troops were out on routine patrol duty. IED blast was followed by ambush of their Casspir vehicle.

District strategic to India-Myanmar road project emerges as ‘new trafficking route’ for weapons into Mizoram

Weapons sized twice this month in Lawngtlai. Security agencies on alert even as anti-junta leader denies role of Chin groups in smuggling or colluding with armed groups in Manipur.

Civilian trucks being painted in our colour & force insignia, Assam Rifles alerts Manipur Police

Old Tata 407 trucks 'being converted to resemble those of Assam Rifles' with help of valley-based insurgents to tarnish image of force or for anti-national activities, it says.

Worst is over in Manipur, state heading towards better times, says Assam Rifles chief

Lt Gen PC Nair's remark comes in the wake of controversies alleging that the Assam Rifles are biased towards a particular community in Manipur.

‘A divided house’ — as Manipur burns, state cops, Assam Rifles face ‘misunderstandings’, public distrust

A Manipur official says there are minor misunderstandings between forces under tough working conditions. On ground, situation is complicated, say paramilitary & police personnel.

Not just CM Biren Singh, role of civil servants & police in Manipur unrest must be probed

The way ahead for Manipur begins with the resignation of CM Biren Singh. Either replace him with another Meitei or ensure President's rule with a no-nonsense governor.

Why Assam Rifles’ vilification is a calculated, conniving move for revenge

Throughout its history, the Assam Rifles has served in many roles, conflicts and theatres, including World War I and II, in Europe, the Middle East, and Myanmar.

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More Andhra-style prawn fry for Indian plates? How Naidu’s trying to blunt US tariff hit on aqua exports

Naidu attempts to shield aqua farmers after Trump’s tariff hits the shrimp farming sector in Andhra Pradesh, leading to the cancellation of 50% of the state's exports.

Finnish giant ICEYE to build signature radar microsatellites in India, offers full control to govt

Company builds microsatellites that are smaller, faster, cheaper to produce. ICEYE will develop & launch micro-satellites, hand them over to India, which will have full control & sovereignty.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.