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NEDF Demands Probe into Civilian Killings and AFSPA Review in Manipur

The North East Dialogue Forum seeks an independent investigation into recent civilian deaths in Manipur and calls for a repeal of the AFSPA law.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 20 Oct 2026

Naga Students Federation Slams Army Drone Strike Near Border

The Naga Students' Federation demands an investigation after an Indian Army drone strike injured two civilians in a Naga self-administered zone village.

Kiyeto Swu • 13 Oct 2026

Manipur Civil Groups Demand NRC Update and AFSPA Repeal

Five Manipur civil groups demand an NRC update, the repeal of AFSPA, and the resettlement of displaced people before the government starts a new Census.

Diana Moirangthem • 4 Oct 2026

Naga People’s Front Slams SC Jamir Over President’s Rule Call

The Naga People's Front rejects Dr. SC Jamir's call for President's Rule, citing concerns over potential military suppression and unnecessary rhetoric.

Kiyeto Swu • 29 Sep 2026

Nagaland AFSPA Extended for Six Months

Nagaland's AFSPA extension sparks debate, but officials claim the state remains peaceful and open for business despite security concerns.

Naro Jamir • 26 Sep 2026

Centre Extends Armed Forces Special Powers Act in Northeast

The Centre has extended AFSPA in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh for six months starting October 1 following a security review.

Rinchen K • 25 Sep 2026

Government Extends AFSPA in Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh

The MHA extended the Armed Forces Special Powers Act for six months in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh starting October 1.

Naro Jamir • 25 Sep 2026

Centre Extends AFSPA in Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh

The Ministry of Home Affairs has extended the Armed Forces Special Powers Act across parts of three northeastern states for another six months starting October.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 25 Sep 2026

Manipur protesters demand NRC update and AFSPA repeal

Groups in Imphal are holding a sit-in, demanding the NRC update, AFSPA repeal, and an end to the crisis as they enter their third day of protests.

Diana Moirangthem • 16 Sep 2026

Nagaland Christian Forum Petitions President Over Constitutional Rights and Military Acts

The Nagaland Joint Christian Forum has appealed to the President of India to address concerns regarding religious freedom, AFSPA, and mandatory mandates.

Naro Jamir • 12 Sep 2026

Manipur remembers anti-AFSPA activist Pebam Chittaranjan on 22nd anniversary

Students and residents marked the 22nd death anniversary of Pebam Chittaranjan, renewing calls to repeal the Armed Forces Special Powers Act in Manipur.

Diana Moirangthem • 16 Aug 2026

Jiribam Honors Student Activist Pebam Chitaranjan

The Manipuri Students' Federation held an event in Jiribam marking the 22nd death anniversary of activist Pebam Chitaranjan, who died protesting AFSPA.

Sanajaoba Chongtham • 16 Aug 2026

Jiribam Students Debate AFSPA Ahead of Martyrdom Day

The MSF Jiribam District Committee hosted an essay contest for 120 students to honor Pebam Chitaranjan Mangang's protest against the AFSPA.

Sanajaoba Chongtham • 26 Jul 2026

Manipur Marks Anti-Repression Day With Renewed Calls to Repeal AFSPA

Civil rights leaders and citizens gathered in Imphal to honor the 2004 protest against state repression and demand the repeal of the controversial AFSPA.

Priyanka Moirangthem • 15 Jul 2026