Myanmar military urges anti-coup forces to give up struggle and join talks Surprise call comes with the generals, who seized power in 2021, under major pressure from their opponents. Al Jazeera · Sep 27, 2024
Myanmar regime labels key ethnic armed groups ‘terrorist’ organisations The designation bans anyone from joining or having contact with the MNDAA, TNLA and the Arakan Army. Al Jazeera · Sep 4, 2024
Russian Opera Singer Anna Netrebko's Sex Discrimination Lawsuit Over Firing by N.Y. Metropolitan Opera Can Go Forward But her national origin discrimination claim (apart from the sex discrimination component) is rejected, as is her defamation claim. Reason · Aug 26, 2024
Anti-coup forces allege Myanmar military using banned, restricted weapons Calls for investigation grow as fighters from multiple states allege military using weapons such as white phosphorous. Al Jazeera · Jul 2, 2024
Thai banks are the top suppliers of financial services to Myanmar’s military, UN expert says A report by a U.N. expert on human rights says that Thai banks have become the main supplier of international financial services for Myanmar’s military government, enabling it to purchase goods and equipment to carry out its increasingly bloody war against pro-democracy resistance forces and armed ethnic minority groups The Independent UK · Jun 26, 2024
‘Nowhere to go’: Rohingya face arson attacks in Myanmar’s Rakhine State Rohingya, targeted by the military in 2017, are caught in middle as Arakan Army and military battle in country’s west. Al Jazeera · May 21, 2024
Birth anniversary of Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh observed The Southern Air Command celebrated the birth anniversary by organising sporting events, lectures and presentations at all units under SAC. The Hindu · Apr 15, 2024
Singapore ‘tightens screws’ on Myanmar generals with arms trade crackdown The UN says Russia, China and India continue to send weapons to Myanmar even as the Singapore route is blocked. Al Jazeera · Apr 12, 2024
Louis Farrakhan Loses Lawsuit Against Anti-Defamation League From Friday's decision by Judge Denise Cote (S.D.N.Y.) in Farrakhan v. Anti-Defamation League: The challenged statements referring to Farrakhan as antisemitic are non-actionable statements of opinion. The communications in which they were published contain "a recitation of the facts on which [they are] based"—namely, direct quotes from Farrakhan. Thus, the… Reason · Apr 9, 2024
After students’ protests, NIT-C to have online classes till April 5 Classes will be held in online mode at the National Institute of Technology, Calicut (NIT-C) till April 5 in the wake of the students’ protests since March 20 against the alleged attempts by the authorities to restrict their movement on the campus. The Hindu · Mar 23, 2024
Thailand, Laos try to ‘make junta presentable’ amid ASEAN Myanmar inertia With Laos as chair, the 10 members of ASEAN appear to be becoming more accommodative of reviled military regime. Al Jazeera · Mar 14, 2024
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Tentative truce shows China’s influence – and its limits – in Myanmar Close to the generals and ethnic armed groups behind a major offensive, Beijing brought both to the table – briefly. Al Jazeera · Dec 20, 2023
For Myanmar’s generals, energy crisis threatens shaky grip on power Min Aung Hlaing’s administration is facing energy shortages as it struggles to quell opposition to its rule. Al Jazeera · Dec 11, 2023
USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 22, 2023 Where the Lakers stand in the in-season tournament After beating the Jazz 131-99 on Tuesday, the Lakers control their destiny as far as possibly winning the NBA in-season tournament.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 7, 2023 Takeaways: Jalen Green breaks out as Rockets rout Kings, climb back to .500 Jalen Green dropped a game-high 23 points on elite efficiency in 26 minutes, and it led the #Rockets to a third straight win in Monday’s blowout of Sacramento.
The Hindu · Nov 6, 2023 Preserve and imbibe the rich traditions of country: Kerala Governor Gov. Arif Mohammed Khan visited SAC HQ in Akkulam, interacting with personnel & speaking on ‘Relevance of Indian thoughts’. He praised SAC for safeguarding southern peninsula & lauded role of personnel. He was received by Air Marshal B. Manikantan & reviewed Guard of Honour. Air Marshal S.R.K. Nair (Retd) was…
Reason · Oct 12, 2023 Libel Lawsuit Against N.Y. Times and Taylor Lorenz, Related to Meaning of Word "Leaked," Can Proceed From Judge Edgardo Ramos's decision Tuesday in Jacob v. Lorenz (S.D.N.Y.) (the underlying allegedly libelous article appears to be the one here): Plaintiffs Ariadna Jacob and her company, Influences, Inc., brought this defamation action against Defendants Taylor Lorenz and the New York Times. Plaintiffs allege that a New York Times…
Reason · Sep 25, 2023 First and Fourth Amendment Claims Over Arrest at Protest of Police Chief Can Go Forward From the decision earlier this month by Judge F. Kay Behm (E.D. Mich.) in Rideout v. Shelby Twp.: This case arises from Rideout's arrest after a series of protests against the Shelby Township Chief of Police, Robert Shelide, a defendant here. On June 16, 2020, Chief Shelide was suspended for…
The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023 Static display at Shanghumugham draws crowds A static display of aircraft and systems organised by the Southern Air Command (SAC) at its Shanghumugham facility drew hundreds of visitors on Saturday
The Hindu · Jul 21, 2023 Southern Air Command to organise special event for public during Onam Southern Air Command to organise special event for public during Onam
The Hindu · Jul 14, 2023 Students from city schools visit SAC headquarters Visit was in connection with the 40th Raising Day of the SAC on July 19
Bangkok Post · Jun 22, 2023 Thailand's policy on Myanmar stinks The latest move to coddle and recognise Myanmar's junta government by caretaker Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's outgoing regime does not add up. Sanctioned and supported by Gen Prayut, Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai arranged an Asean-wide ministerial meeting in Pattaya on June 18 with Myanmar's junta-appointed Foreign Minister Than Swe with…
Bangkok Post · Jun 14, 2023 Elements outfox junta One month after Cyclone Mocha wreaked havoc on Myanmar's western region, the world is watching the junta's response with grave concern.
Bangkok Post · Jun 5, 2023 'Mocha' action shows SAC's ability The extremely severe cyclonic storm Mocha was a very powerful and deadly tropical cyclone, but technological advances, an early warning system and the effective action of the State Administrative Council (SAC) of Myanmar and the collective effort of the public saved thousands of lives across the Rakhine coast, and Sittwe,…