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Myanmar, officially the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and also known as Burma, is a country in Southeast Asia. It is the largest country by area in Mainland Southeast Asia and has a population of about 55 million. It is bordered by Bangladesh and India to its northwest, China to its northeast, Laos and Thailand to its east and southeast, and the Andaman Sea and the Bay of Bengal to its south and southwest. The country's capital city is Naypyidaw, and its largest city is Yangon.

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Elon Musk's India Visit, Myanmar People Flee to Thailand, China-Taiwan Update & More \| Oneindia News Check out the latest international news highlights in Episode 2 of Oneindia's International News Wrap. This edition covers Elon Musk's postponed visit to India, the influx of Myanmar refugees into.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 08:10Published 3 days ago

Exodus to Thailand continues after fall of key Myanmar border town Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:24Published 2 weeks ago

Myanmar's Exodus to Thailand Continues after Fall of Key Border Town \| Oneindia News As violence grips Myanmar, witness the ongoing exodus to Thailand following the fall of a key border town. Explore the impact on residents and the junta and delve into the growing resistance movement... Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:13Published 2 weeks ago

Myanmar Rebels Gain Ground as Junta Troops Retreat from Key Border Hub\| Oneindia News Myanmar junta troops withdraw from key positions near Thai border after clashes, dealing blow to regime. Myawaddy town sees intense fighting as anti-junta forces advance. Strategic hub crucial for.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:03Published 2 weeks ago

Myanmar's Youth Divergent Paths Amidst Military Draft Turmoil, Details Inside \| Oneindia News In the wake of Myanmar's military draft announcement, young people are forced into difficult decisions. Should they join the resistance or flee the country? Explore the struggles and dilemmas faced by.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:30Published 2 weeks ago

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Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison to house arrest in Myanmar - reports Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest, according to the country's military government. Sky News - Published 6 days ago
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Resistance fighters say they have taken key Myanmar border town from military Resistance fighters in Myanmar's civil war say they have taken control of a key town on the border with Thailand, in what would be another major defeat for the country's military. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago

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Mizoram body urges Centre to reconsider decision to fence India-Myanmar border, suspend FMR IndiaTimes - Published on February 14, 2024

Vise tightening on Myanmar's economy 3 years after military takeover triggered civil strife IndiaTimes - Published on February 1, 2024
Manipur: 6 jawans injured as Assam Rifles soldier fires at colleagues before shooting self An Assam Rifles Jawan opened fire on his colleagues resulting in injuries to six of them on Wednesday near the Indo - Myanmar border in South Manipur before turning the weapon on himself and taking his.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 24, 2024
Myanmar army plane crashes at Mizoram's Lengpui airport; six people injured According to the information received from the Mizoram DGP, the plane was small, and 14 people were on board with the pilot. DNA - Published on January 23, 2024
Government will scrap pact on free movement with Myanmar: Amit Shah IndiaTimes - Published on January 20, 2024

India's border with Myanmar to be protected like border with Bangladesh: Union home minister Amit Shah IndiaTimes - Published on January 20, 2024
2 cops killed, 3 injured in fresh Manipur violence Simultaneous attacks by militants occurred at multiple security outposts in Manipur's Moreh township bordering Myanmar on Wednesday. The assault, involving rocket-propelled grenades and continuous.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 17, 2024
India Ranked 80th in Henley Passport Index, faces challenges for international travel India has achieved the 80th position in the recent Henley Passport Index, granting its citizens visa-free access to 62 countries, including popular destinations like Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand... IndiaTimes - Published on January 12, 2024	416 Myanmarese military personnel entered India, keeping close watch: Army Chief Indian Army chief General Manoj Pande expressed concern about the situation along the Indo-Myanmar border due to fighting between Myanmar's armed ethnic groups and government forces. The Indian.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 11, 2024
Assam DGP cites drone hits, asks youths not to join Ulfa(I) camps in Myanmar IndiaTimes - Published on January 10, 2024	Will continue to provide aid to Myanmar refugees: Mizoram CM Lalduhoma IndiaTimes - Published on January 7, 2024Also reported by •DNA
Forces ambushed in Moreh, casualties feared Manipur's Moreh witnessed a fierce gunfight between security forces and militants after sundown. The ambush resulted in casualties on both sides, though the exact number is unconfirmed. Moreh, a.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 7, 2024	Won't deport refugees until peace restored in Myanmar, Amit Shah assures Mizoram CM IndiaTimes - Published on January 5, 2024
Rebels take key Myanmar city after government troops lay down weapons An alliance of rebel groups in Myanmar has taken control of a key city in the north of the country after government forces reportedly laid down their weapons and withdrew. Sky News - Published on January 5, 2024	Move to fence Mizoram-Myanmar border unacceptable: Lalduhoma IndiaTimes - Published on January 4, 2024
Militants fire grenades at patrol party in Manipur, five wounded Four police commandos and a BSF trooper were wounded on Tuesday when militants suspected to be from a Myanmar-based outfit fired rocket-propelled grenades at a joint patrol in the border town of Moreh.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 2, 2024	Manipur CM N Biren Singh meets injured security personnel after fresh violence in the state Manipur CM N. Biren Singh met injured security personnel and civilians at RIMS hospital and Raj Medicity respectively. He condemned the fresh violence and expressed concern for the victims and their.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 2, 2024
Involvement of foreign mercenaries in attacks on security forces at Moreh likely: Manipur CM Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday claimed that foreign mercenaries from Myanmar are likely to have been involved in the attacks on security forces in Moreh town. Singh, after visiting the.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 2, 2024	Fresh gunfight breaks out in Manipur's Moreh Fresh gunfight in Moreh town, Manipur's Tengnoupal district between security forces and suspected militants. Gunbattle started in Chavangphai area after two persons involved in an attack on police.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 2, 2024
Of 151 Myanmar soldiers, 147 brought to Aizawl IndiaTimes - Published on January 1, 2024	4 commandos hurt as militants attack Manipur police post near Myanmar Suspected militants attacked a police outpost in Moreh Turelwangma Leikai, bordering Myanmar, with a shower of rocket-propelled grenades, mortar fire, and bullets. Four commandos and a village guard.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 31, 2023
India's Humanitarian leadership shines in 2023: A year of global aid and compassion India's humanitarian efforts in 2023 include Operation Dost for earthquake relief in Turkey, Operation Karuna for Cyclone Sitrang in Myanmar, and Operation Kaveri for aid in Sudan. India also pledged.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 31, 2023	Camps overurn, 151 Myanmar soldiers flee to Mizoram IndiaTimes - Published on December 30, 2023
Ulfa faction to sign accord with Assam, govt today A tripartite memorandum of settlement will be signed by the pro-talks faction of Ulfa, the Centre, and Assam government. The accord will mark another milestone in the Modi government's efforts to.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 28, 2023	ATS arrests suspect of international human trafficking racket UP ATS arrests former student of Nadwa, Mohammed Abdul Awwal, from Nizamuddin railway station, Delhi. He opened accounts for Bangladesh and Myanmar nationals in a private bank for money from a.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 20, 2023
Arunachal Pradesh BJP leader abducted, killed by militants Former Arunachal Pradesh legislator and BJP leader Yumsem Matey, who recently declared his candidacy for the upcoming April/May assembly polls in the easternmost hill state, was abducted and fatally.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 16, 2023	Dramatic turn in Myanmar's civil war - and never has ruling military looked so vulnerable The civil war in Myanmar has taken a dramatic turn in recent months. Sky News - Published on December 14, 2023
India informs Myanmar of security issues IndiaTimes - Published on December 8, 2023	India, Myanmar discuss situation along border IndiaTimes - Published on December 7, 2023
Will meet Shah, Jaishankar over refugees issue, says Mizoram CM designate Lalduhoma Lalduhoma, the chief minister-designate of Mizoram, plans to meet Amit Shah and S Jaishankar to discuss the issue of refugees from Myanmar and Bangladesh, as well as internally displaced people from.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 6, 2023	ZPM MLA Lalnghinglova Hmar bats for Myanmar refugees says 'People living on other side of border also our brothers' ZPM MLA Lalnghinglova Hmar spoke about the Myanmar issue, emphasizing that the people on the other side of the border are also Mizos and cannot be ignored. He mentioned that the issue is sensitive and.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 5, 2023
13 killed in gunfight between 2 groups in strife-torn Manipur A deadly gunfight between two unidentified armed groups near the India-Myanmar border in Manipur's Tengnoupal district resulted in the killing of 13 people. This incident marks the deadliest bloodshed.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 4, 2023	Use of social media for dissent may have disastrous effect: CJI Chandrachud Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud warns about the disastrous impact of civil rights groups using private corporation-owned social media platforms for dissent activism. These unaccountable mega entities are.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 1, 2023
'Demolition of Myanmar bases broke backbone of insurgents' IndiaTimes - Published on November 29, 2023	Avoid travelling to Myanmar if not essential, advises Centre As the security situation in Myanmar deteriorates further, the government asked all Indian nationals to avoid non-essential travel to the country. “Those already living in Myanmar are advised to take.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 21, 2023
India issues travel advisory to citizens as unrest grows in Myanmar India has issued an advisory to its citizens, urging them to avoid traveling to Myanmar due to the escalating security situation in the country. The advisory also advises Indian nationals living in.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 21, 2023	IAF airlifts 29 runaway Myanmarese soldiers from Mizoram village A group of 29 Myanmarese soldiers who sought refuge in Mizoram after their camp was attacked by the Chin militia have been airlifted by the Indian Air Force to Assam Rifles camps in Manipur. They will.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 20, 2023
Over 5,000 Myanmar nationals take refuge in Mizoram as fresh violence erupts The fighting began after the Myanmar army launched airstrikes in retaliation to an attack by the People's Defence Force (PDF) at two military bases in Khawmawi and Rihkhawdar in Chin state near the.. DNA - Published on November 14, 2023	After fresh fighting, over 5k from Myanmar take refuge in Mizoram A group of 39 Myanmarese soldiers and around 5,000 civilians have sought refuge in villages in Mizoram's Champhai district following renewed fighting between militia groups and junta-backed forces. The.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 13, 2023
2,000 people from Myanmar cross over to India as intense gunfight rock Chin state Over 2,000 Myanmar nationals have crossed the international border into India's Mizoram state in the past 24 hours due to a gunfight between Myanmar's ruling junta-backed forces and the People's.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 13, 2023	Sky News wins two awards for its coverage of Myanmar civil war and Westminster Accounts project Sky News has won two awards at the Society of Editors' Media Freedom Awards 2023. Sky News - Published on November 9, 2023
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Myanmar

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Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison to house arrest in Myanmar - reports

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Resistance fighters say they have taken key Myanmar border town from military

Sky News nominated for TV BAFTA for Israel-Gaza and Myanmar reporting

Japanese Yakuza boss charged over alleged trafficking of nuclear materials to Iran

Mizoram body urges Centre to reconsider decision to fence India-Myanmar border, suspend FMR

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Manipur: 6 jawans injured as Assam Rifles soldier fires at colleagues before shooting self

Myanmar army plane crashes at Mizoram's Lengpui airport; six people injured

Government will scrap pact on free movement with Myanmar: Amit Shah

India's border with Myanmar to be protected like border with Bangladesh: Union home minister Amit Shah

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Won't deport refugees until peace restored in Myanmar, Amit Shah assures Mizoram CM

Rebels take key Myanmar city after government troops lay down weapons

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Militants fire grenades at patrol party in Manipur, five wounded

Manipur CM N Biren Singh meets injured security personnel after fresh violence in the state

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Fresh gunfight breaks out in Manipur's Moreh

Of 151 Myanmar soldiers, 147 brought to Aizawl

4 commandos hurt as militants attack Manipur police post near Myanmar

India's Humanitarian leadership shines in 2023: A year of global aid and compassion

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Ulfa faction to sign accord with Assam, govt today

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India informs Myanmar of security issues

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ZPM MLA Lalnghinglova Hmar bats for Myanmar refugees says 'People living on other side of border also our brothers'

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'Demolition of Myanmar bases broke backbone of insurgents'

Avoid travelling to Myanmar if not essential, advises Centre

India issues travel advisory to citizens as unrest grows in Myanmar

IAF airlifts 29 runaway Myanmarese soldiers from Mizoram village

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After fresh fighting, over 5k from Myanmar take refuge in Mizoram

2,000 people from Myanmar cross over to India as intense gunfight rock Chin state

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NIA conducts nationwide raids in human trafficking cases; Myanmar national detained in Jammu

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170 in fray, 8.5 lakh voters will pick 40 for Mizoram House today