DNA: Why the Myanmar army bomb its people?
Myanmar's army has done air strike on the people of its own country. Myanmar's army has fired bombs from fighter jets. Firing has been done on people from military helicopter for about 20 minutes. More than 100 people have died in this air strike of Myanmar Army.
Apr 12, 2023, 23:38 PM IST
Myanmar coup: Canada imposes sanctions on those who supplied arms to military
Canada announced fresh sanctions against both individuals and entities who played a role in procuring weapons to the military authorities in Myanmar.
Mar 26, 2022, 06:26 AM IST
One year of Myanmar coup: UN calls for halt to violence, assures support for democratic transition
In a statement approved by all 15 members, the council expressed deep concern at the continuing state of emergency imposed by Myanmar's military rulers a year ago and the dramatic increase in humanitarian need.
Feb 03, 2022, 06:31 AM IST
Aung San Suu Kyi sentenced to four-year jail term by Myanmar court
The ousted civilian leader has been sentenced to a four-year jail term for inciting dissent against the military and breaching COVID-19 rules.
Dec 06, 2021, 11:44 AM IST
Over 8000 Myanmar nationals crossed into India since coup: Defence Ministry
Many states in India's northeast have seen an influx of refugees from Myanmar following the coup.
Aug 09, 2021, 19:52 PM IST
India calls UN arms ban resolution on Myanmar as 'haste course of action'
India on Friday (June 18, 2021) abstained from a United Nations General Assembly resolution on Arms Embargo on Myanmar, calling the resolution a "haste course of action". India was among the 36 countries, including Russia and China who abstained. In South Asia--Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Pakistan abstained.
Jun 19, 2021, 14:53 PM IST
‘Views not reflected’: India abstains on UNGA resolution on Myanmar, supports ASEAN initiative
The fact that there is lack of support from all neighbouring countries, as well as several countries in the region itself, should, hopefully, serve as an eye-opener to those who choose to pursue a hasty course of action, said India.
Jun 19, 2021, 11:06 AM IST
Myanmar: Militia group halts attacks on troops, Aung San Suu Kyi 'confident' in court
Myanmar has been in turmoil since the military overthrew Aung San Suu Kyi's government in February this year.
Jun 16, 2021, 09:14 AM IST
Myanmar military junta bans satellite TV, restricts Internet
The military junta claimed that "illegal organisations and news agencies" were broadcasting programs via satellite that threaten state security.
May 06, 2021, 16:05 PM IST
Prominent leader arrested in Myanmar for anti-coup campaign
Wai Moe Naing, one of the main leaders of the campaign against military rule was arrested by the Myanmar security forces.
Apr 15, 2021, 17:06 PM IST
Myanmar coup: Security forces kill 82 in single day in city
At least 82 people were killed in one day in a crackdown by Myanmar security forces on pro-democracy protesters, according to reports Saturday from independent local media and an organisation that keeps track of casualties since the military's February seizure of power.
Apr 11, 2021, 00:21 AM IST
Myanmar coup: Armed clashes break out between troops and anti-junta protesters, US expands sanctions
At least 11 protesters were killed and about 20 wounded, the Myanmar Now and Irrawaddy news outlets said. There was no word of any casualties among the soldiers.
Apr 09, 2021, 15:31 PM IST
Myanmar's military junta limits people's access to internet, seizes satellite TV dishes
Myanmar's military junta has gradually throttled internet service since the coup. It initially imposed a largely ineffective block of social media such as Facebook and then cut mobile data service, the most common way of connecting to the internet, but only at night.
Apr 08, 2021, 19:57 PM IST
Myanmar protesters launch “Easter Egg Strike” as symbol of opposition
In the latest a series of impromptu shows of defiance, messages including "Spring Revolution", "We must win" and "Get out MAH" - referring to junta leader Min Aung Hlaing - were seen on eggs in photographs on social media.
Apr 05, 2021, 12:17 PM IST
Myanmar death toll reaches 557 as security forces kill four more people
According to the Assistance Association for Political Prisoners (AAPP), the main strike occurred in Monywa township where three civilians including a man serving in the People’s Defense Team were killed.
Apr 05, 2021, 10:17 AM IST
We stand for restoration of democracy in Myanmar, MEA on influx of refugees in Indian states
Chief Minister Mizoram, Zoramthanga, has urged the Centre to accept the incoming refugees from Myanmar, as many cross the international border. India is not a party to the UN Refugee Convention of 1951 and its 1967 Protocol, therefore, the issue is dealt with administratively by New Delhi.
Apr 02, 2021, 23:32 PM IST
Myanmar activists urge 'guerrilla strikes' as internet blackout widens
Anti-coup groups shared radio frequencies, offline internet resources and providers of text message news alerts to try to circumvent new curbs on the internet, which now limit Web access to fixed-line services only.
Apr 02, 2021, 10:59 AM IST
Will urge Centre to change foreign policy to accept Myanmar refugees: Mizoram CM Zoramthanga
Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga said, "I believe that the Indian Government should be more open to Myanmarese people. I have told this to PM Modi. I am sending my delegation to Delhi to discuss."
Apr 02, 2021, 06:30 AM IST
Myanmar faces possibility of civil war, warns UN envoy
The Myanmar coup reversed years of slow progress toward democracy in Myanmar, which for five decades had languished under strict military rule that led to international isolation and sanctions.
Apr 01, 2021, 06:51 AM IST
Myanmar coup: Activists launch 'garbage strike' as death toll tops 500
"This garbage strike is a strike to oppose the junta," read a poster on social media. "Everyone can join." Pictures posted on social media showed piles of rubbish building up in Yangon.
Mar 31, 2021, 10:52 AM IST
