India, Myanmar working to jointly produce and supply COVID-19 vaccine
Key officials from India and Myanmar held a virtual discussion on the possible joint production, distribution and supply of COVID-19 vaccine.
Oct 24, 2020, 08:29 AM IST
Insurgents consolidating their position at Indo-Myanmar border, planning to target India
The northeastern insurgents groups are recruiting locals and consolidating their positions in Myanmar. As per the latest reports of security agencies, the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) led by Yung Aung strengthening its position inside Myanmar and various NSCN groups are planning to attack security forces at vulnerable points in the North East region.
Oct 08, 2020, 15:04 PM IST
Army Chief MM Naravane, Foreign secretary Harsh Shringla to visit Myanmar
This is the first visit of the Army Chief outside the country amid the COVID-19 pandemic and India-China tensions at the Line of Actual Control.
Oct 03, 2020, 14:40 PM IST
Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi vows victory in election as campaign starts despite virus surge
Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi launched her re-election bid on Tuesday ahead of polls set for November, vowing victory at a scaled-down ceremony in the capital after her original plans were scuppered by a surge in coronavirus cases.
Sep 08, 2020, 13:22 PM IST
China is trying to build a military base in India's 3 neighboring countries
China wants to build military bases in Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Myanmar
Sep 02, 2020, 20:36 PM IST
Chinese weapons being supplied to terror groups in Myanmar to target Indian assets, warn security agencies
Indian security agencies have expressed concern over Chinese weapons being provided to the terror groups active in Myanmar. In a recent development, a huge cache of Chinese weapons was recovered near Myanmar-Thailand border, which was destined to Arakan Army (AA) so that Indian assets, including the Kaladan Multimodal Project, could be targeted.
Jul 18, 2020, 15:25 PM IST
Landslide at jade mine in Myanmar, death toll surges past 100
A landslide at a jade mine in northern Myanmar killed at least 100 people, with more feared dead, authorities said on Thursday, after a pile of mine waste collapsed into a lake, triggering a wave of mud and water that buried scores of workers.
Jul 02, 2020, 14:11 PM IST
Cabinet approves Rs 909 crore ONGC Videsh additional investment projects in Myanmar
ONGC Videsh Ltd. (OVL) has been associated with exploration and development of Shwe project in Myanmar since 2002.
Jun 24, 2020, 18:03 PM IST
After NSA Ajit Doval's intervention, Myanmar hands over 22 northeast insurgents wanted in India
National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval's strategy against militant organizations in northeast states of the country seems to be paying off finally. In a big diplomatic win, the Myanmar military handed over a group of 22 insurgents, active in Assam and northeast states, to the Indian government on Friday (May 15). The insurgents, wanted in Manipur and Assam for a long time, were brought back by a special plane.
May 15, 2020, 19:46 PM IST
Earthquake hits northwest Myanmar near India, Bangladesh borders; tremors felt in east Nepal
The earthquake was epicentred about 40 km east of Falam in Chin and 170 km southeast of Aizawl in India, and focused 10 km below the surface, said the EMSC.
Apr 16, 2020, 22:00 PM IST
Myanmar reimposes an internet shutdown in two conflict-torn western states
Officials cited "security requirements and public interest" for the reinstatement, Telenor said, adding that four other townships remain under a blackout first imposed in June last year.
Feb 04, 2020, 11:25 AM IST
Coast Guard evacuates Myanmar national off Porbandar coast in Gujarat
The patient was later sent to Rajkot by road.
Jan 11, 2020, 14:33 PM IST
Genocide case brought against Myanmar 'misleading', says Suu Kyi
More than 730,000 Rohingya fled Myanmar after the military launched a crackdown in western Rakhine state in August 2017. Most now live in crowded refugee camps in Bangladesh.
Dec 11, 2019, 15:43 PM IST
Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi to lead genocide defence at International Court of Justice
Gambia, a small West African country, has launched a case against Myanmar at the International Court of Justice, the UN`s highest court, alleging it has violated the 1948 Genocide Convention.
Dec 11, 2019, 10:16 AM IST
Rohingya pray for justice on eve of Myanmar genocide hearings
Gambia launched proceedings against Myanmar at the UN's International Court of Justice in November, accusing it of violating its obligations under the 1948 Genocide Conventionand not doing enough to safeguard the interests of Rohingya Muslims.
Dec 10, 2019, 14:46 PM IST
Govt lends USD 500 million to Bangladesh to fund defence procurement
Bangladesh is seeking to diversify its military arsenal given that more than 90% of its equipment is of Chinese origin. The current strategy is based on fears of being trapped in a full-blown conflict with Myanmar, which enjoys China’s backing over the Rohingya issue.
Dec 07, 2019, 10:08 AM IST
Exclusive: China secretly building landing strip close to Myanmar
As per exclusive information received by Zee News, this is the first time reports have come up on a Landing Strip being constructed by Chinese government in Sanchahe.
Nov 26, 2019, 16:35 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi, Myanmar's State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi discuss operationalising Sittwe Port, border demarcation
During the talks on Sunday evening, the leaders cordially exchanged views on extending cooperation between the two countries, exchange of high-level visits, continued constructive assistance from India, and ASEAN-India cooperation, based on common interest.
Myanmar insurgent group using 'Bluetooth' to trigger landmines, Indian agencies worried
The Arakan Army has set up several camps in areas across Mizoram's Lawngtala district, posing threat to the Kaladan Project.
Sep 11, 2019, 10:24 AM IST
At least 10 dead, dozens missing after landslide in Myanmar
Heavy rain has pummeled southern Myanmar for days, causing flooding that has displaced at least 12,000 people, according to the United Nations.
Aug 10, 2019, 16:47 PM IST