Myanmar

Vietnam’s Buddhist monk seeks Indian support for peace outreach in MyanmarVietnam’s Buddhist monk seeks Indian support for peace outreach in Myanmar

Vietnam’s Buddhist monk seeks Indian support for peace outreach in Myanmar

A celebrity monk from Vietnam revered globally and well known for his stellar role in the Nepal peace process has…

2 years ago
From India to Vietnam, Buddha’s light shines across Asia on Buddha PurnimaFrom India to Vietnam, Buddha’s light shines across Asia on Buddha Purnima

From India to Vietnam, Buddha’s light shines across Asia on Buddha Purnima

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led by example to celebrate Buddha Purnima on Friday — a step that echoes strongly across…

2 years ago
India mounts riposte to China’s inroads in ASEAN by flagging first shipment to Sittwe portIndia mounts riposte to China’s inroads in ASEAN by flagging first shipment to Sittwe port

India mounts riposte to China’s inroads in ASEAN by flagging first shipment to Sittwe port

In a massive boost to India's 'Act East Policy' and a significant milestone in regional connectivity, India on Thursday flagged…

2 years ago
First shipment on river route from Kolkata to Sittwe port in Myanmar flagged offFirst shipment on river route from Kolkata to Sittwe port in Myanmar flagged off

First shipment on river route from Kolkata to Sittwe port in Myanmar flagged off

Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shantanu Thakur today flagged off the MV-ITT LION (V-273) from Syama Prasad…

2 years ago
Pakistan’s fingerprints in formation of Rohingya militant group ARSA are unmistakablePakistan’s fingerprints in formation of Rohingya militant group ARSA are unmistakable

Pakistan’s fingerprints in formation of Rohingya militant group ARSA are unmistakable

Initially Bangladesh, Myanmar and India failed to accept Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA) a jihadist outfit. The militant group was…

2 years ago
China has to go beyond tokenism to ensure return of Rohingya to MyanmarChina has to go beyond tokenism to ensure return of Rohingya to Myanmar

China has to go beyond tokenism to ensure return of Rohingya to Myanmar

DHAKA: The lights are dim at the end of the tunnel in case of repatriation of Rohingya refugees living in…

2 years ago
Myanmar: Emergence of a Narco-state on India’s Eastern Borders?Myanmar: Emergence of a Narco-state on India’s Eastern Borders?

Myanmar: Emergence of a Narco-state on India’s Eastern Borders?

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has recently released its latest report on the opium production in…

2 years ago
‘Beyond Limits-2022’ showcases artistic skills of specially-abled‘Beyond Limits-2022’ showcases artistic skills of specially-abled

‘Beyond Limits-2022’ showcases artistic skills of specially-abled

In the ongoing group show “Beyond Limits-2022” organized by Family of Disabled, 56 artists using their creativity have skillfully highlighted…

2 years ago
Will ASEAN Summits force Myanmar junta to seek negotiations?Will ASEAN Summits force Myanmar junta to seek negotiations?

Will ASEAN Summits force Myanmar junta to seek negotiations?

The 40th and 41st ASEAN summits will take place in Cambodia from November 10-13 at a time when the organization…

2 years ago
13 Indians trapped in fake job rackets in Myanmar and Thailand return home13 Indians trapped in fake job rackets in Myanmar and Thailand return home

13 Indians trapped in fake job rackets in Myanmar and Thailand return home

As many as 13 Indian citizens who were trapped in fake job rackets in Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia reached…

2 years ago
Tourists flock to Nagaland’s unique Longwa village shared by India and MyanmarTourists flock to Nagaland’s unique Longwa village shared by India and Myanmar

Tourists flock to Nagaland’s unique Longwa village shared by India and Myanmar

It may read straight from the pages of Ripley’s Believe it Or not but it is true – a remote…

2 years ago
Keep Rohingyas in deportation centre: Home MinistryKeep Rohingyas in deportation centre: Home Ministry

Keep Rohingyas in deportation centre: Home Ministry

<p> <strong>The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday made it clear that it has not given any directions to…

3 years ago
Myanmar’s civil war: In which direction is it moving?Myanmar’s civil war: In which direction is it moving?

Myanmar’s civil war: In which direction is it moving?

<p> After nearly a year and a half since the military junta led by army chief General Min Aung Hlaing…

3 years ago
In Myanmar, China-backed United Wa State Army funnels Chinese weapons to rebel groups: Southeast Asia expert Bertil LintnerIn Myanmar, China-backed United Wa State Army funnels Chinese weapons to rebel groups: Southeast Asia expert Bertil Lintner

In Myanmar, China-backed United Wa State Army funnels Chinese weapons to rebel groups: Southeast Asia expert Bertil Lintner

<p> China wants instability in Myanmar, and wishes to remain a major controlling player in the politics of the Southeast…

3 years ago
Bangladesh accuses Rohingya refugees of criminal behaviour—seeks India’s help for repatriation to MyanmarBangladesh accuses Rohingya refugees of criminal behaviour—seeks India’s help for repatriation to Myanmar

Bangladesh accuses Rohingya refugees of criminal behaviour—seeks India’s help for repatriation to Myanmar

<p> Repatriation of Rohingyas are likely to figure on the agenda of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during her upcoming…

3 years ago

16 kg of gold smuggled through Myanmar border seized from trucks on Dimapur-Guwahati highway

<p> The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized 15.93 kg of gold of foreign origin valued at Rs 8.38…

3 years ago

India sharpens focus on Kaladan transit project to connect the northeast with Southeast Asia

<p> <strong>Efforts are underway for an expeditious completion of the Kaladan multi-modal transit transport project which pivots on Sittwe port…

3 years ago

Myanmar Will Not Permit Chinese Troops For Any Anti-India Campaign On Its Soil, Says Myanmar Envoy

<p> <iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/GuFcT07E4Vs" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p> <p> As India seeks…

3 years ago

Two killed, several injured in Myanmar explosions

<p> <strong>At least two people were killed and several injured after multiple explosions hit several places in Myanmar, including Yangon,…

3 years ago

After the military Junta’s one year in power, Myanmar is all set for a protracted civil war

<p> In its one year of power, the Myanmar Junta remains completely alienated from the people, yet not vulnerable to…

3 years ago

UN calls for New Year’s ceasefire in Myanmar

<p> The United Nations on Monday called for a New Year's ceasefire in Myanmar between the country's military and its…

3 years ago