AFSPA extension in Assam: The 'disturbed area' tag will, however, be lifted from Lakhipur sub-division of Cachar district from April 1, following a review of the law and order and security scenario in the state.
Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) has been facing criticism as several human rights activists demand the law to be scrapped.
AFSPA news: The government of India has also extended AFSPA in the areas falling within the jurisdiction of 16 police stations in four districts of Nagaland including five police stations in Kohima district etc.
"The Govt of Assam in exercise of powers conferred by Section 3 of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 has declared the entire state of Assam as 'Disturbed Area' up to 6 months with effect from 28-08-2021 unless withdrawn earlier," the statement said.
The Supreme Court on Friday held that the Indian Army and the paramilitary forces cannot use excessive or retaliatory force even in areas where the Armed Forces Special Powers Act has been notified.
Srinagar: PDP today lashed out at outgoing Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for his criticism of BJP on the issue of AFSPA, saying the NC leader was trying to subvert efforts of the
New Delhi, Nov 14 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh amid the on-going controversy over the issue of withdrawal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act from
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