News for 'Myanmar'

Down With The Dictators!

Down With The Dictators!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

A protester with fake blood on his body raises a three-finger salute in a demonstration to mark the third anniversary of Myanmar's 2021 military coup, outside of the United Nations office in Bangkok.

Manipur unrest: Curfew relaxed in 3 districts, Internet restored

Manipur unrest: Curfew relaxed in 3 districts, Internet restored

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Curfew was relaxed in three Imphal Valley districts on Tuesday and the suspension on broadband internet lifted with conditions, even as Chief Minister N Biren Singh blamed the Congress for the present crisis in Manipur and NDA MLAs called for a "mass operation" against militants responsible for the killing of six women and children. Peaceful rallies were also staged across the state, with hundreds taking to the streets with empty coffins in Churachandpur district, demanding justice for those killed in a gunfight with the security forces in Jiribam, and members of various civil society organisations bringing out a procession in Imphal West district to protest the reimposition of AFSPA in parts of the state.

2 more Myanmarese soldiers enter Mizoram following attack

2 more Myanmarese soldiers enter Mizoram following attack

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Two more Myanmarese soldiers entered Mizoram after militia group People's Defence Force (PDF) overran their camp in the neighbouring country's Chin state, a police officer said on Wednesday.

'Why should I resign? I am no thief, there is no scam'

'Why should I resign? I am no thief, there is no scam'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

'In a complex situation a PM coming was not necessary'

28L diyas to illuminate Ayodhya in first deepotsav after consecration

28L diyas to illuminate Ayodhya in first deepotsav after consecration

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

The government aims to better its last year's Guinness World Record by lighting 25 lakh diyas on the banks of Saryu river.

'India pushing Myanmar to take back Rohingya refugees'

'India pushing Myanmar to take back Rohingya refugees'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

More than 3,00,000 Rohingya have poured into Bangladesh since the latest flare-up in violence on August 25.

Myanmar pushes into Indian territory, occupies Manipur villages

Myanmar pushes into Indian territory, occupies Manipur villages

Rediff.com11 May 2018

Ahead of Sushma Swaraj's visit, Myanmarese soldiers take over Indian territory.

Pranab meets Myanmar leader

Pranab meets Myanmar leader

Rediff.com1 Oct 2007

Myanmar Crisis: Pranab meets Nayan

US seeks immediate restoration of democratically elected govt in Myanmar

US seeks immediate restoration of democratically elected govt in Myanmar

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

The United States has demanded the immediate and full restoration of the democratically elected government in Myanmar and said that America stands with the elected representatives of the Asian nation.

The pagoda trail in Myanmar

The pagoda trail in Myanmar

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

Kanika Datta visits the crumbling but oddly appealing complex of Bagan - a place where even an atheist can come close to a divine experience.

India opens 2 border crossing points with Myanmar and Bangladesh

India opens 2 border crossing points with Myanmar and Bangladesh

Rediff.com1 Oct 2017

The move is a reflection of its growing closeness with the two eastern neighbours.

E-commerce Creating Jobs For Women

E-commerce Creating Jobs For Women

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

'Women are taking on key roles in warehouses, such as picking and packing, as well as in our last-mile operations across India.'

No response to 26/11, but it won't be the case anymore: Jaishankar

No response to 26/11, but it won't be the case anymore: Jaishankar

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

"We should not have a repeat of what happened in Mumbai. That there was a terror attack and there was no response," Jaishankar told reporters in Mumbai.

In a first, India to deport 7 Rohingyas to Myanmar

In a first, India to deport 7 Rohingyas to Myanmar

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

The immigrants were under detention in Cachar Central Jail in Assam's Silchar district since 2012.

SC refuses to interfere with deportation of 7 Rohingyas to Myanmar

SC refuses to interfere with deportation of 7 Rohingyas to Myanmar

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

"We are not inclined to interfere on the decision taken," the apex court said.

Port Blair gets a name change: Sri Vijaya Puram it is

Port Blair gets a name change: Sri Vijaya Puram it is

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Shah said the decision was taken to free the nation from colonial imprints as the Andaman and Nicobar Islands had an "unparalleled place" in the country's freedom struggle and history.

Indo-Myanmar pipeline planned

Indo-Myanmar pipeline planned

Rediff.com7 Jul 2005

Manipur: Kukis hold rallies to demand separate administration

Manipur: Kukis hold rallies to demand separate administration

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

People belonging to the Kuki-Zo community on Saturday took out three rallies in parts of Manipur to press their demand for a separate administration and protested against the viral audio clips allegedly of Chief Minister N Biren Singh, in which certain objectionable comments were made.

Myanmar allows traffic rights to Indian airlines

Myanmar allows traffic rights to Indian airlines

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

At present, there is no direct air connectivity between India and Myanmar.

India deports 7 Rohingyas to Myanmar after SC clears way for action

India deports 7 Rohingyas to Myanmar after SC clears way for action

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

The illegal immigrants were detained in 2012 and since then they were lodged in Cachar Central Jail in Assam's Silchar.

13 killed as 2 groups of militants clash in Manipur

13 killed as 2 groups of militants clash in Manipur

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

At least 13 people were killed in a gun-battle between two groups of militants in Manipur's Tengnoupal district on Monday, officials said.

Khurshid's first bilateral visit to Myanmar

Khurshid's first bilateral visit to Myanmar

Rediff.com13 Dec 2012

External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid will leave for Myanmar on Friday on his first bilateral visit since assuming office and will hold talks with the top leadership there including Opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.

'Cancelling Adani Project Not Good Sign'

'Cancelling Adani Project Not Good Sign'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

'If there is a push towards a Marxist oriented government it will be dangerous.' 'We have seen this in Nepal and Myanmar and it will be a concern for India if it is surrounded by countries with such political dispensations.'

US declares Myanmar's Rohingya crisis as 'ethnic cleansing'

US declares Myanmar's Rohingya crisis as 'ethnic cleansing'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

More than 600,000 Rohingyas from Myanmar's Rakhine state have fled to neighbouring Bangladesh, creating one of the world's most dire refugee crisis.

'Matter of time before China starts creating problems'

'Matter of time before China starts creating problems'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

'Manipur is critical to India's Look East policy.' 'It's a strategic state. In the Second World War, the Japanese entered Manipur through Burma.' 'China can use the same direction to approach India.'

Myanmar's two million stateless people

Myanmar's two million stateless people

Rediff.com18 Jul 2012

A report published by the Indian government reveals that about 400,000 people of Indian origin have no official recognition in Myanmar, they have limited or no access to education, employment and healthcare, reports Venessa Parekh.

Army targets Naga insurgents in terror ops along Myanmar border

Army targets Naga insurgents in terror ops along Myanmar border

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

According to a statement by the Eastern Command, a column of the Indian Army operating along Indo-Myanmar border was fired upon by unidentified insurgents of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang about 4.45 am.

Is Myanmar acquiring nuclear weapons?

Is Myanmar acquiring nuclear weapons?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

Is the military junta in Myanmar trying to acquire a military nuclear capability with North Korean assistance? Or is North Korea trying to shift some of its nuclear facilities to Myanmar to protect them from a possible attack by the US?

CBIC steps up vigil over imports of unbranded gold jewellery

CBIC steps up vigil over imports of unbranded gold jewellery

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has stepped up its watch on the import of unbranded gold jewellery amid a spurt in seizures on international borders and from importers. During FY24, the CBIC and Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) jointly seized about 5 tonnes of gold, 30 per cent more than what they did in FY23. In FY23, 3.5 tonnes of gold was confiscated.

Hamid Ansari arrives in Myanmar

Hamid Ansari arrives in Myanmar

Rediff.com5 Feb 2009

Vice President of India Mohammad Hamid Ansari arrived in Naypyidaw in Myanmar on Thursday on a four-day visit during which India and Myanmar will sign three agreements, one of which will see auto giant Tata Motors setting up a truck manufacturing unit in this neighbouring country.

Support NDA, but no tie-up with BJP: Mizoram CM

Support NDA, but no tie-up with BJP: Mizoram CM

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Zoramthanga said people fleeing from Myanmar, Bangladesh and Manipur feel safe in Mizoram which is ruled by his party.

Why this coach is offering Indian football star a Myanmar passport

Why this coach is offering Indian football star a Myanmar passport

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

Myanmar coach Gerd Zaise praised Indian National Team skipper Sunil Chhetri highly

Futile bloodshed in Myanmar

Futile bloodshed in Myanmar

Rediff.com2 Oct 2007

Myanmar's history of the last 47 years or more makes it extremely unlikely that change will come through a popular uprising. The military is so well entrenched and the people are so patient that change has to come through a process of reconciliation

India, Myanmar review bilateral ties

India, Myanmar review bilateral ties

Rediff.com14 Dec 2005

India, Myanmar ink tax agreement

India, Myanmar ink tax agreement

Rediff.com4 Apr 2008

India and Myanmar have signed a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA), which provides that business profits will be taxable in the source state. In the case of India, the DTAA will cover income tax and surcharge and in the case of Myanmar, income tax and profit tax. However the maximum rate of tax to be charged in the country of source will not exceed 5 per cent in the case of dividends & 10% in the case of interest and royalties. The deal also has anti-abuse provisions.

Suu Kyi's party wins historic Myanmar polls

Suu Kyi's party wins historic Myanmar polls

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy party sailed through the two-thirds majority it needs to rule, claiming 348 parliamentary seats with a number of results yet to be declared.

718 Myanmarese entered Manipur illegally last week: Home dept

718 Myanmarese entered Manipur illegally last week: Home dept

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

A statement issued by Home Department said that the illegal influx was reported on July 22 and 23 in Chandel district by Assam Rifles, the India-Myanmar border guarding force.

Turbulence-hit Singapore Airlines flight dropped 178 ft in 4.6 secs

Turbulence-hit Singapore Airlines flight dropped 178 ft in 4.6 secs

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Investigators found that the aircraft, a Boeing 777-300ER, was flying at its cruise altitude of 37,000 ft south of Myanmar and near an area of developing storms in the afternoon when turbulence started to cause fluctuations between +0.44g and +1.57g for 19 seconds.

India opposes sanctions against Myanmar

India opposes sanctions against Myanmar

Rediff.com9 Oct 2007

Worried that any repressive measures in Myanmar will lead to instability that will have an impact on this country, India hopes dialogue will soon begin between the junta and imprisoned pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi.

PM's visit to Myanmar opens great opportunities

PM's visit to Myanmar opens great opportunities

Rediff.com27 May 2012

The Chinese influence on Myanmar needs to be contested. They have invested heavily in Myanmar's economy. India needs to ensure greater integration of the Myanmarese economy to relieve it of the stresses that it would otherwise feel should the Chinese put pressure on them, says Brigadier (retd) S K Chatterji.