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Assam Rifles files defamation suit against Manipur politician, seeks apology

Assam Rifles has served legal notice on Manipur politician Maheshwar Thounaojam for tarnishing its reputation and discouraging its personnel. Assam Rifles seeks apology and retraction of statement made at a meet in Delhi. Assam Rifles has been serving nation, protecting citizens and upholding integrity of NE states. Politician refuses to…

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Union Minister stresses importance of skilled manpower in building new India

Union Minister L. Murugan urged the new recruits to take up responsibility in building a new India. He praised the younger generation for spearheading advancements in various spheres. At the 8th phase of Rozgar Mela, 1,203 people were recruited across Kerala for posts in CRPF, BSF, SSB, ITBP, CISF, and…

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Manipur government plans to supply essentials to tribal district

Manipur government to transport essential commodities to Churachandpur from August 28. Health department to undertake aerial supply via BSF, Assam Rifles and Manipur Police. Transporters in Imphal refuse to ply to area due to safety risk. Kuki body re-imposed blockade on Dimapur-Imphal NH2. Govt. developing alternative supply routes for tribal…

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May 3 violence was likely pre-planned: Manipur CM Biren Singh

In an interview with The Hindu, Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said that he has spoken to the Meitei civil society groups and will ensure that Kuki-Zo MLAs are not harmed. The tribal MLAs are likely to skip the Assembly Session due to security concerns.

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Assam Rifles not to be replaced in Manipur

Several BJP legislators and Meitei groups have accused the oldest paramilitary force in the country

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Morning Digest | Manipur debate in Rajya Sabha lost in a maze of rules; China goes 10 months without envoy in India ahead of key meetings, and more

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Thirumavalavan slams Manipur govt. for ‘defaming’ Army, demands Amit Shah’s statement in Lok Sabha

Thol. Thirumavalavan demands Union Home Minister Amit Shah make statement in Lok Sabha on FIR filed by Manipur Police against Assam Rifles. He claims BJP govt. in Manipur attempting to vilify army to conceal their shortcomings, which is unprecedented and detrimental.

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Fabricated attempts to malign image of Assam Rifles: Army's Spear Corps

The Army’s Spear Corps said there have been fabricated attempts to malign the image of the Assam Rifles, which has been engaged in restoring peace in ethnic violence-hit Manipur.

The Hindu

Manipur Police register criminal case against Assam Rifles

Manipur Police have filed an FIR against the Assam Rifles for "obstruction of duty" and "criminal intimidation" after they allegedly allowed Kuki militants to escape. This comes after Meitei civil society groups and BJP MLAs accused the Assam Rifles of bias in tackling the ethnic violence.

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Assam Rifles unit replaced at checkpoint along Churachandpur-Bishnupur boundary

Manipur government orders Assam Rifles to replace Central forces at Churachandpur-Bishnupur boundary, an area of frequent clashes between Kuki and Meitei communities. After violence on Aug 5, BJP MLA questioned role of Central forces. Stand-off at Tengnoupal continues as 300-400 Kuki-Zo women continue sit-in blockade.

The Hindu

Mobs in hostels, guards outnumbered: How Assam Rifles rescued 200 girl students at Manipur varsity

Sitting on a hillock in Manipur University, an Assam Rifles camp overlooks the Imphal valley, its view foregrounded with at least six student hostels. The university roads and hostels below are mostly empty – a sharp contrast from the chaos which engulfed the campus nearly three months ago.

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Parliament panel suggests steps to encourage women to join CAPFs, reservation for transgenders

Parliamentary committee urges MHA to take steps to encourage women to join CAPFs, recommends reservation for transgenders. Panel suggests policy for soft postings and not subjecting them to strenuous conditions

The Hindu

Manipur government statement in court on recovery of stolen weapons does not add up

The number of recoveries submitted before the Supreme Court contradicts the claims made by the Manipur government officials and Chief Minister N. Biren Singh.

The Hindu

Defence forces honouring battle casualties by inviting their families at National War Memorial

The Battle Casualties (BC), whose name is inscribed at the Tyag Chakra of NWM, are honoured by their Next of Kin (NoK)/ Veer Nari on a daily basis. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Mizoram: Contraband drugs worth over Rs 54.79 crore seized in Champhai

In a joint operation, Assam Rifles and Excise & Narcotics Department seized a huge quantity of contraband drugs worth over Rs 54.79 crore in two separate operations in Champhai. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Over 700 refugees yet to be repatriated to Myanmar from Manipur

Over 700 “illegal migrants” from Myanmar, who had entered Manipur on July 22 and 23 to escape the ongoing violence in their country, are yet to be repatriated

The Hindu

NIA arrests Myanmar national, two others in Mizoram explosives seizure case

The NIA arrested three persons, including a Myanmar national, in connection with the seizure of explosives, arms and ammunition in Mizoram in May last year

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Mizoram: Poppy seeds, illegal areca nuts of Rs 57.64 lakh seized by Assam Rifles in Champhai

The entire consignment has been handed over to Custom Department Champhai and Land Custom Station Zokhawthar for further legal proceedings. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Morning Digest | More cases of women being assaulted surface in Manipur; Law Minister shares data on social background of High Court judges

Morning Digest, July 22, 2023 | PM Modi absent from Parliament, Opposition protests; 2 more cases of women assault in Manipur; Assam Rifles files sedition case against Imphal civil society group; Jaishankar pays tribute to Abe; Law Minister shares data on social background of High Court judges; IUML MP writes…

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Assam Rifles files sedition case against Imphal civil society group

Assam Rifles registers case of sedition, defamation against Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity for call to not surrender weapons; FIR registered at Churachandpur police station; COCOMI had demanded Assam Rifles be replaced with other police force; criminal case registered against Imphal-based politician for alleging Assam Rifles protecting Kuki terrorists.

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Huge cache of gelatin sticks, detonators seized in Assam's Kalain Masaimpur road; one apprehended

In a joint operation with Assam Rifles, Kalain police of Assam's Cachar district recovered and seized 400 gelatine sticks and an equal number of detonators from a vehicle at Kalain Masimpur road on Friday. Read Further on Dynamite News:

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Manipur Police file case against Meitei Leepun chief Pramot Singh

Manipur Police have registered a criminal case against Meitei Leepun chief Pramot Singh for allegedly promoting enmity between groups and criminal conspiracy, among other charges, following a complaint by the Kuki Students Organisation, Sadar Hills, Kangpokpi

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Bunkers to be removed within 10 days in Manipur

A day after Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh said that bunkers set up in hills and valley areas will be pulled down by security forces, a defence source said that all such structures will be removed in the next ten days.

Dynamite News

Assam Rifles apprehends one person with heroin worth Rs 1.1 cr in Cachar

assam-rifles">Assam Rifles in a joint operation with police apprehended a person with over 276 gm of heroin, valued at Rs 1.1 crore in the international market. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Women activists aiding rioters are blocking routes in Manipur: Army

The army said on June 26 that women activists in Manipur are accompanying armed rioters, deliberately blocking routes, and interfering in operations of security forces. The army posted a 2.14-minute video on Twitter where it mentioned several incidents of women led groups obstructing operations in violence-hit Manipur.

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