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  • AFSPA reimposition: A setback in Manipur's quest for lasting peace
    Dipak Kurmi- ' AFSPA has long been a controversial measure, conferring sweeping powers upon armed forces ..... '
  • Various voices on reduced areas of AFSPA
    ZK Pahrii Pou- 'But many intellectuals, thinkers & human rights activists want AFSPA to go away from region in toto ..... '
  • Placating Sharmila : The Iron Lady
    Kakai Singsit- ' This icon once a household name has suddenly disappeared from our collective psyche ..... '
  • Govt North East peace plan : Repealing AFSPA and building a digital trading network
    Lakshmana Venkat- ' Modi Govt lifted AFSPA from 23 districts...it could be lifted from Nagaland & Manipur as well ..... '
  • The partial withdrawal of AFSPA: an appraisal!
    Janghaolun Haokip- ' It is imperative that the govt presents ample grounds for its partial withdrawal of AFSPA..... '
  • How AFSPA undermines India's 'Act East' Policy
    Stanzin Lhaskyabs- ' repealing AFPSA from North East is not an option but necessary condition for stability ..... '
  • AFSPA - Armed forces special power act
    Jayanta Sharangthem- ' It gives armed forces a special power to maintain public order in disturb areas..... '
  • Naga National Movement and AFSPA
    ZK. Pahru Pou- ' AFSPA has outlived its utility. It does not serve the interest of the civilian population ..... '
  • An introspection of roots of AFSPA 1958
    Yangsorang Rongreisek - ' British Legacy called Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 should go ..... '
  • AFSPA took my father
    Birkarnelzelzit Thiyam- ' I sprang up, "That's my father's ACTIVA,..... '
  • AFSPA Gesture and Better Alternative
    JN Lai- ' New Delhi has been waiting for some sort of natural death of the political armed movement..... '
  • Repeal of AFSPA from Meghalaya, Arunachal raises hope for Manipur, Nagaland, Assam
    Yambem Laba- ' now has been lifted from entire Meghalaya and parts of Arunachal Pradesh..... '
  • Biren should de-notify 'Disturbed Area' tag and fulfil poll promise to repeal AFSPA
    Dr Th Suresh Singh- ' ....there is no justification for continuation of this draconian Act.... '
  • AFSPA: In comparative perspective
    KS Luckyson James- ' ...shall not be escape from responsibility for a crime against humanity '
  • Reflections on the Contingencies of Anti-AFSPA Movement
    Yumlembam Khogen- 'onus of repealing AFSPA, 1958 should not be rested only on Sharmila's shoulder... '
  • Armed forces, police forces and special powers in disturbed areas
    Ravi Longjam- ' hard reality is that Police still not in position to effectively counter insurgent activities'
  • Will Irom Sharmila dare take on Modi to fulfil her AFSPA promise?
    Ningombam Bupenda- ' stated publicly, "I want to be Manipur's CM". She never said, "I want to be India's PM"'
  • The iron lady Irom Sharmila's meltdown drowns Muslims (Pangals)
    Mohammad Khan- 'analysis of a public figure's public decision in view of prevailing tensions in Manipuri society '
  • Can RSS Repeal AFSPA?
    Safiur Rahaman Maibam- ' AFSPA perpetuates armed militancy and disaffections in NE, Govt should repeal this Act '
  • Are Manipuris, Nagas and Kashmiris second class citizen of the country
    IT (Imphal Times) Desk- '....clearly shows the biased attitude of the Indian government amongst its own citizens '
  • How can Irom Sharmila's Hunger Strike be wrong when Hazare's Hunger was right?
    Oken Jeet Sandham- 'This Act is draconian and anti-democracy..Act is nothing but a license to kill '
  • Irom Sharmila's cry for help – time for all of us to unite
    Dr Th Suresh Singh - 'it is appropriate time that people start supporting her in a massive scale. '
  • Why AFSPA in a Democratic Country :: Part 2
    Urikhimbam Jenison- 2 parts series on AFSPA
  • Why AFSPA in a Democratic Country :: Part 1
    Urikhimbam Jenison- 2 parts series on AFSPA
  • The Iron Lady and the Iron Indian democracy
    Samarjit Kambam- ' in making Irom Sharmila Chanu the 'Iron Lady' as a symbol of peace...'
  • Should Nagaland be really under "Disturbed area" status?
    Oken Jeet Sandham- 'Whether there is peace or violence in Nagaland, Delhi cannot see the changes ...'
  • Revisiting Armed Forces (Special Power) Act in Manipur
    AS Kingson & Ngalengshim Ngashangva- ' ..caused plunders on civil freedom, democratic practices and fundamental rights..'
  • AFSPA does not protect anyone from arms strike
    Beekay Khuman- ' unfortunate to note refusal of political ruling class to digest actual problems with AFSPA'
  • AFSPA in practice: Rethinking the Act
    P Kham Sian Muan Zou- 'suffocates not only individual's rights and freedom but also jeopardize life security'
  • Withering the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) : Value Judgement and Social Welfare :: Part 2
    Dr L Krishnamangol Singh- 2 part series on Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA)
  • Withering the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) : Value Judgement and Social Welfare :: Part 1
    Dr L Krishnamangol Singh- 2 part series on Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA)
  • What about India's daughters in the conflict zones ?
    Devika Mittal- 'Thangjam Manorama ....It has been 10 years now but justice is yet to be done '
  • Release of Irom Sharmila & an insensitive State
    Ravi Nitesh- 'It is historic because it provides a very concrete evidence of failure of state.... '
  • Revolution, Thy Name Is Woman
    Czadanda Saint- 'Eche ... is 'the light which will shine once in a million years'.... '
  • Drastic reduction in various militant-related incidences : No need for AFSPA
    Dr. Th. Suresh Singh- '...last 10 years clearly shows that AFSPA is not needed at all in Manipur... '
  • The speaking skulls : Does 'AFSPA Reality' call for more excavations
    Seram Neken- 'aggrieved people of Manipur are awaiting the day the human remains speak out their tragic tales '
  • November 5: Why not a day of Global Fasting for Human Rights ?
    Seram Neken- 'November 5 is a historic day. The legendary hunger striker Irom Sharmila began her fast-unto-death '
  • AFSPA & 15th Year of Non-Violent Heroic Struggle of Irom Sharmila
    Ravi Nitesh- 'heartiest salute to this living legend of Non Violence and people of AFSPA imposed areas'
  • Can Prime Minister Narendra Modi have the guts to remove AFSPA totally from Manipur ?
    Ningombam Bupenda Meitei-'Can Modi, with his thumping majority in Lok Sabha, dare to fulfill pledge..repeal of AFSPA'
  • Sharmila Re-arrest Fiasco : Gaikhangam should apologise
    Dr Th Suresh -' poor police personnel...They are accustomed to such behaviour frequently '
  • Impunity to the Armed Forces in Armed Conflict Areas
    PUDR -'On Manorama rape case ...After 10 years of the incident, no prosecution has started'
  • Kept in the cold storage for too long
    Samarjit Kambam -'Sharmila weakening with each day has been doing what others can't with her extraordinary deeds'
  • Irom Sharmila vs AFSPA : the Right vs the Good ?
    Jeremiah Amai Veino Duomai -'Good of larger polity cannot trump the right of a section of the people'
  • Drastic reduction in various militant-related incidences : No need for AFSPA
    Dr Th Suresh Singh-' ....Research study in respect of Militant-related incidences.....'
  • On the question of the Armed Forces Special Power Act
    Dr L Krishnamangol-' Manipur can become an oasis of democracy in India after repeal of AFSPA '
  • Sidelined Civil Power : AFSPA States - Military Playgrounds
    Ravi Nitesh -'It is unfortunate and shameful that the state of justice has closed her eyes'
  • Armed Forces Special Powers Act : Statement by Neena Ningombam at Palais des Nations 2013
    A Statement by Neena Ningombam at Palais des Nations 2013 on May 29 2013
  • Open letter to NHRC to intervene human rights violation cases in J&K and NE
    Ravi Nitesh / Devika Mittal letter to National Human Rights Commission
  • Politicians, men in uniform and law and disorder in Manipur
    Hijam Santosh -'I cannot digest the harsh reality that AFSPA is imposed by Govt of India on its own citizens'
  • Impact of Manipuri Scholar on the innocent lives of Manipur ?
    Yasin Khan -'Even if AFSPA is not a question of their research work, it is clearly seen from their writings and peer discussion'
  • A research study : Why AFSPA must go from Manipur : Part 2
    Dr Th Suresh Singh -'Research Study in respect of encounter deaths, bomb blasts, hand grenade attacks, gun shooting'
  • Special Committees Vs Special Laws
    Ravi Nitesh -'Justice Verma Committee stated '"There is an imminent need to review the continuance of AFSPA '
  • A research study : Why AFSPA must go from Manipur
    Dr Th Suresh Singh -'Research Study in respect of encounter deaths, bomb blasts, hand grenade attacks, gun shooting'
  • Shame to India's AFSPA-1958
    Khwairakpam Gajananda -' implementing AFSPA-1958 is a gross mistake to India's economy and human rights'
  • Letter To Eche Sharmila Irom
    Longjam Rubychand's Letter To Eche Sharmila Irom
  • Celebrating Gandhi Jayenti in a Conflict Zone
    Yenning - 'should we sum up that the Government of India is committed to violence ?'
  • Will Democracy Reply ? On International Day of Democracy: 15 September
    Ravi Nitesh -''How it can be possible? ' the old man asked after hearing about Irom Sharmila'
  • AFSPA - A heinous act!
    Esther Khaineihoi Suantah -'join our hands to condemn this Act and Repeal for it to remove AFSPA'
  • An Open Letter to Chief Justice of India :: on Irom Sharmila
    An open letter from Mission Bhartiyam
  • An understanding of NCTC to the people of state
    Ch. Widinibou - 'What's the use of putting forward so many draconian laws'
  • Is the Indian Army competent to receive and use "Special Powers" ?
    Dr Laifungbam Debabrata Roy - 'My answer is no, do not have the competence to use the 'special powers' given by AFSPA'
  • AFSPA , Manipur and the Missing Link :: Part 2
    Sonia Oinam - 'some core reality and reasons why AFSPA have to be repealed'
  • AFSPA , Manipur and the Missing Link :: Part 1
    Sonia Oinam - 'some core reality and reasons why AFSPA have to be repealed'
  • AFSPA and its impact on the common people of Manipur
    Romen Ningthoujam - 'The law is not defective, but it is its implementation that has to be managed properly'
  • The Ten Commandments of Armed Forces Special Powers Act
    ZK Pahrü Pou - 'We are under captivity. We have no freedom. Our life is in the hand of armies. '
  • Fractured Democracy
    Seram Rojesh - 'One can say that the constitution of India is not applicable in disturbed areas.'
  • An Argument in Favour of AFSPA
    RS Jassal- 'How can India's LE policy for changing SE Asian region can fructify if its domestic foundations go weak'
  • Army is not above elected politicians
    G Kanglei- 'Extraordinarily odd that army bosses thought it proper to talk to press, giving their views in the matter'
  • AFSPA Failed! Mizoram Way an Alternative ?
    Madhu Chandra - 'Mizoram's Problem Solved, AFSPA NOT Lifted'
  • AFSPA: The Draconian And Xenophobia Law
    Madhu Chandra - 'The backwards thinking AFSPA has left many uncountable incidents'
  • Lessons from Anna Hazare's movement
    Tarun Nongthombam strategizes for AFSPA's success from Anna's playbook.
  • Only A Mile More To The Goal Of AFSPA Struggle
    Raj Singh - 'The movement against AFSPA should be made a people's movement'.
  • Movements of Irom Sharmila's and Anna Hazare's
    N Nripen Singh - 'Mr. Anna, I prefer your valued action to the interest of the million of masses in lieu of the wealthy few'.
  • How to fight with AFSPA ?
    Ravi Nitesh gives strategy on how to to fight for repealing AFSPA
  • Armed Forces Special Power Act: Remembering 9/11
    A media narrative on AFSPA as reported in the media
  • AFSPA as "Another 9/11" - Reality beyond rhetoric and dubious knowledge of ground reality
    Angomcha Bimol Akoijam asks What is the significance of marking such a date?
  • Irom Sharmila, Media and Manipuris
    Sanjib Meitei - 'In the land of Gandhi, let us not follow Churchill's footsteps'
  • Devil's Advocate : Deranged Man and Protestors
    Bimol Akoijam - a dialogue between Deranged Man and Protestors on AFSPA and Sharmila
  • How long she is going to fast ?
    Kangla Macha - "State Govt. is helpless unless its people cooperate."
  • AFSPA & New State Forces
    Raju Athokpam - "a boon to Manipur Inc, as each recruitment in SI level, an entry bribe of 20 to 30 lakh is imposed""
  • Politics of Hunger strike and Naked Protest
    Glend Kipgen - "Manipur is an epicenter of strikes, bandhs and protests"
  • NextGenIndia Debate on "Why is Irom a failure while masses sway to Baba's charm?"
    Mansigh Nepram - "media and civil society should lead the way in taking Irom to the masses"
  • A Place where Human Rights are Violated!
    Goodman Naorem - "AFSPA is outdated, barbaric & the most undemocratic law in the world"
  • Post-AFSPA Scenario
    ADNI Bureau - "AFSPA is a necessary measure to prevent secession in the North-eastern region"
  • A closer look at Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) - Part 2
    RS Jassal opines that AFSPA cannot be termed as a 'Draconian' Act.
  • A closer look at Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) - Part 1
    RS Jassal takes a closer look on the legal, safeguards, and HR allegation of this Act
  • AFSPA: To PM, Parliamentarians of India
    Dr Lenin Raghuvanshi & Montu Ahanthem writes an open letter to PM and Parliamentarians of India
  • Human Rights Versus AFSPA, 1958
    Khangembam Chonjohn urges - 'Let AFSPA be no longer a "Licence to kill"'
  • AFSPA: A soldier's perspective
    Security forces' perspective should not be lost in the clamour for annulment of this Act
  • To hell and never to come back
    Kambam Ibohal Singh - 'A wrong step compels for more similar steps'
  • The Paralyser - No human rights...AFSPA 1958
    dux7luwang - 'This act robs all the rights of livelihood of the whole North East and Jammu & Kashmir'
  • Do we really need the AFSPA ?
    Yogendra Bali says it has very strong antagonists and some equally strong protagonists
  • Hungry for justice in India
    Sudha Ramachandran on Sharmila's epic fast-unto death protest
  • AFSPA 1958 is a luxury
    Heigrujam Nabashyam: "much hated by the public - loved as much by the security forces"
  • AFSPA : The root cause of unrest in Manipur
    Vincent Zo pins all blames for the current imbroglio to AFSPA
  • Beyond India's Political Border :: Part 2
    Sanatomba Kangujam on "Human Rights movement with AFSPA movement"
  • Beyond India's Political Border ::Part 1
    Sanatomba Kangujam on "Human Rights movement with AFSPA movement"
  • Aftermath of Operation
    B B Sharma on Summer Storm, election & AFSPA
  • Extraordinary Conditions Demand Extraordinary Measures
    Jasbir Sarai argues "for" AFSPA
  • Why did Sapamcha Kangleipal run away from custody?
    Dr Sandeep Pandey on relation between Kangleipal and AFSPA
  • Human rights under Indian Constitution and AFSPA in NE :: Part 1
    Jagat Konthoujam on the constitutionally of AFSPA
  • Human rights under Indian Constitution and AFSPA in NE :: Part 2
    Jagat Konthoujam on the constitutionally of AFSPA
  • AFSPA 1958: A Boon or a Bane?
    Chon Haokip discusses the pros and cons of AFSPA
  • "Man is not for law but law is made for men" :: Part 1
    Seram Rojesh counters Geoffrey's article on AFSPA
  • "Man is not for law but law is made for men" :: Part 2
    Seram Rojesh counters Geoffrey's article on AFSPA
  • "Man is not for law but law is made for men" :: Part 3
    Seram Rojesh counters Geoffrey's article on AFSPA
  • Terror, Terror, Terror
    Geoffery lays out reasons for putting AFSPA
  • Impunity Institutionalized - 50 Years of AFSPA
    Jagmohan Singh on 50 years completion of AFSPA as Indian law
  • India may stand shame faced before UN Rights Council
    Debabrata Laifungbam on HRC's report of AFSPA
  • AFSPA is a law out of suspicion and Racial Prejudices
    Seram Rojesh urges to repeal AFSPA
  • A Draconian Act
    Geoffery argues on the need for AFSPA
  • Slinging Contradictions
    David Buhril on militarisation/de-militarisation w.r.t. AFSPA & NGOs
  • Consensus and amendment: The rape of Sadar hills
    Th Lalthuom Gangte on AFSPA & Revenue District of Sadar Hills
  • Neglected chapter in Human Rights violation
    Tom Laishram on another aspect of Human Rights violation
  • Gujarat is nothing, check out Manipur
    Nahakpam Shanta Singh on Human Rights violation
  • Dare To Dream
    N. Bangkim says a different approach is needed for AFSPA
  • Manipur - would you be in safe hands
    S Kunjabihari analsyses how AFSPA plays in election
  • GOI's reply on AFSPA
    GOI's reply to the UN on Elimination of Discrimination Against Women on AFSPA
  • Repealing of AFSPA from Manipur
    Waikhom Damodar Singh explains why AFSPA need to go
  • AFSPA out, Army in
    Thangkhanlal Ngaihte says people want the Army to stay
  • An Audience with the Governor of Manipur
    Lt Col H Bhuban Singh urges the Governor of Manipur to repeal AFSPA
  • Gandhi meets Sharmila
    Oinam Doren draws a not-so parallel between Gandhi & Sharmila
  • The Incongruity of the AFSPA 1958
    Kaka D. Iralu says 'India invaded Nagaland' & not vice versa
  • Angels of Death
    Elf Hmar gives a name to "Save Sharmila Propaganda"
  • Comments on Dr. Moirangcha "we need AFSPA"
    Nongmaithem Meghanath comments on AFSPA article by Dr. Moirangcha
  • We Need AFSPA plus a Manipuri KPS Gill
    Dr. Robbinson Moirangcha says we need AFSPA because of Militancy
  • Is AFSPA an end in itself?
    Thangkhanlal Ngaihte says AFSPA is a red rag for NE bulls
  • A Salute to Irom Sharmila
    Kaka D Iralu christened Sharmila as "another 'Mahatma' "
  • The Fake Repeal Of AFSPA
    Colin Gonsalves discusses the findings of Reddy Committee Review.
  • State and Supreme Court Verdict
    Loya Maisnam on 'rotten police image' & recent Supreme Court Verdict
  • Who'll police the police?
    Aya A. Shimray asks deeper question about policing the policemen
  • Is Secularism Dead?
    Thang Joyful Tonsing questions the firing in CCpur church.
  • AFSPA, 1958 And The Jeevan Reddy Review Committee
    Puyam Rakesh writes on the history of AFSPA 1958
  • Tormented, The Families Cry For Justice
    Bachaspatimayum Sunzu gives details on missing person
  • Fear, violence & democracy: The case of Manipur
    Amar Yumnam lays out the case of Manipur
  • Life arrested
    Jiten Yumnam on the militarization of Manipur
  • Price Of Youth In Trouble-torn Region
    A. Kaisii on AFSPA & its effect on youth
  • Our Right To Exist
    An inhabitant on Right to exist vis-a-vis survival of fittest
  • Human Rights and National Security: A Neo-Nagaland Police!
    Mmhonlümo Kikon on AFPSA, Human Rights and Nagaland Police
  • Harassment against NE on rise in capital
    RS Mayori writes on the increase of Harassment of NE folks in Delhi.
  • Hot air, hot air, hot air
    Thangkhanlal Ngaihte rationalizes why the commandos acted that way
  • 'Manipur police you too...!'
    Oinam Anand on the arrest and torture of Maibam Naobi Chanu
  • Debunking Army officers perception of Nagas
    R.B. Thohe Pou on the perception of Nagas by Indian Army and Officers
  • Malemda Human Rights Keedamak Akanba Khollou Lounarakleeba Kareegeeno
    Lai Rakes on the huge voice of Human Rights
  • When the going gets tough, the going gets tougher and tougher
    Nongmaithem Meghanath tries to define what is wrong in Manipur
  • Responsibility of the Manipur in past and at present
    Chengleima Laishom on the responsibilities of everyone in fighting against AFSPA
  • Why New Delhi Want Manipur To Be A Battle Field ?
    "Delhi implemented..dangerous game plan for Manipur" writes Candle
  • Factionalism in Organization
    Prabin writes on the rift in Apunba Lup currently
  • AFSPA: A classic manifestation of colonial misadventures
    "An Inhabitant" asks if Manipur can accept a humane law
  • Game of Majority and impact in Manipur
    Surjit Meetei argues for a Regional North East party in Indian Politics
  • Draconian Law And The People
    T. Amarjit Singh writes 'armed rule is not the gateway to root out insurgency'
  • A Dialogue on Manipur
    Loya Maisnam writes on the recent seminar on "A dialogue on Manipur" held in New Delhi
  • But It Rained
    Dizzy Leiri writes on the draconian law AFPSA and it seems to rain
  • Smoke on the Surface
    Loya Maisnam writes "the chain of ambiguity and paradox, but the smoke still film on the surface."
  • SHAME! SHAME!
    Dr. Nelson on another killing by the Security Forces in IMphal city
  • The Golden Gate
    Kangla Sha opines on developing the Golden Gate - comprising of all the NE states in India
  • In my opinion - Kangla Sha
    Kangla Sha offer some of his opinion on the current situation
  • Quit Manipur
    David Tusing on AFSPA
  • Patil's visit a boon or a boom
    L. Punil Kanta Singh on Home Minister's visit to Manipur on Sep 05, 2004
  • INDIA, MANIPUR, THE AFSP ACT - THE BITTER TRUTH
    The Inquisitive view on AFSPA and others
  • The Naked Protest Is The Final Wake Up Call
    A J Singh writes "..naked protest in front of kangla undress the Indian nation.."
  • Chittaranjan died a hero - Was there no human to stop the flame?
    By Dr. Bishwajeet Elangbam
  • Is Manipur being colonized by India?
    By L. Punil Kanta Singh
  • Manipur's Manorama: Manipur's agony, centre's hegemony
    By Dr. N.D. Singh
  • President's Rule a far question for Manipur
    By L. Punil Kanta Singh
  • Turmoil in Manipur-time to give a healing touch
    By Dr. N.D. Singh
  • Our expectations on August 15, 2004
    By L. Punil Kanta Singh
  • What lies beyond August 15, 2004?
    By L. Punil Kanta Singh
  • Manipur - The Naked Truth
    By Abel Hmar
  • Whom to believe --- Army Generals or Chief Ministers!
    By Oken Jeet Sandham
  • Report on Public Meeting - Coalition for Repeal of AFSPA
    Report on the Public meeting by CRA
  • Why are hard-core Indian Women silent?
    Konjengbam Candle recounts his experience on Manorama's killing