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Katchatheevu row: Island history, controversy and handover to Sri Lanka

Katchatheevu, an uninhabited island in the Palk Strait between India and Sri Lanka, has been a source of dispute for decades. Historically under Indian control,... Katchatheevu, an uninhabited island in the Palk Strait between India and Sri Lanka, has been a source of dispute for decades. Historically under Indian control, it was ceded to Sri Lanka in 1974 through an agreement that bypassed Indian parliamentary ratification, leading to ongoing controversies. The transfer has affected Indian fishermen's rights and sparked legal debates over its legality in India. Recent criticism from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlights the unresolved nature of the issue, calling for diplomatic dialogue to address the concerns of both Indian and Sri Lankan stakeholders.

Over 5,000 Indians Trapped in Cambodia, Forced to Carry Out Cyber Frauds

The Government of India has reported that over 5,000 Indians are allegedly trapped in Cambodia, forced into cyber fraud activities targeting individuals in Indi... The Government of India has reported that over 5,000 Indians are allegedly trapped in Cambodia, forced into cyber fraud activities targeting individuals in India, resulting in losses of at least Rs 500 crore in the past six months. The Ministry of Home Affairs has convened meetings with government agencies and security experts to devise a rescue strategy. Investigations reveal that individuals, mainly from southern India, are lured to Cambodia under false pretenses of data entry jobs, then coerced into various fraudulent schemes involving cryptocurrency trading and fake investment apps. Efforts to rescue victims have begun, with some successfully brought back to India, while authorities plan to involve Interpol in apprehending key perpetrators involved in the scam.

Extension of AFSPA in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in specific districts of Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland for six mo... The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in specific districts of Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland for six months, starting from April 1, 2024. The extension follows a review of the law and order situation in these northeastern states. In Arunachal Pradesh, AFSPA is extended in Tirap, Changlang, and Longding districts, along with certain areas in Namsai district. In Nagaland, it covers eight districts and 21 police station areas across five districts. AFSPA grants extensive powers to security forces in "disturbed" areas, allowing search, arrest, and use of force if necessary for public order. Despite calls for its repeal due to alleged human rights violations, AFSPA remains in force in certain conflict-prone regions.

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Katchatheevu row: Island history, controversy and handover to Sri Lanka

Over 5,000 Indians Trapped in Cambodia, Forced to Carry Out Cyber Frauds

Extension of AFSPA in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland

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