AFSPA extended in Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal for 6 months

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, which gives armed forces operating in disturbed areas sweeping powers and immunity from prosecution unless approved by the Centre, was on Sunday extended for......

Centre extends AFSPA for 6 months in parts of Arunachal, Nagaland

The Union home ministry on Friday extended for six months the "disturbed area" status in parts of Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland under the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958. IMAGE:......

AFSPA now applicable fully only in 31 districts of 4 NE states

The AFSPA, under which a geographical location is declared as disturbed area to facilitate operations of the armed forces, will now be applicable fully only in 31 districts and partially in 12......

Northeast verdict: Big winners and losers

Here's how the prominent leaders in the fray in Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland have performed. Manik Sarkar, Tripura The four-time Tripura chief minister has won from the Dhanpur constituency......