Decision on AFSPA extension in Assam only after Manipur polls
The call on the extension of the controversial Armed Forces Special Powers Act (Afspa) in Assam may be taken soon. The state government has been “advised to rationalise its use” for another six months after February 28, official sources told ET. The order may be issued after the Manipur elections on March 5, they added. […]
Major maoist attack in Manipur, 7 killed including wife and child of commanding officer of Assam Rifles
Maoist attack in Manipur : In Manipur, the commanding officer of the Assam Rifles and his family were ambushed by maoists. The attack took place on Saturday morning at 10 am in the area of Shekhan-Behiang police station. According to the information received, the commanding officer of 46 Assam Rifles was going with his […]