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Centre sets up panel on Nagaland AFSPA relief

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Centre sets up panel on Nagaland AFSPA relief

Three weeks after six civilians were killed in an army ambush on December 4, and another eight people were killed in the violence triggered by the incident in the Mon district of Nagaland, the federal government established a secretary-general on Sunday. The officials chaired the high-level committee to review the possibility of withdrawing the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in Nagaland. The committee will submit a report within 45 days.

According to officials, India’s Registrar and Census Commissioner Vivek Joshi will lead the five-member committee, and Piyush Goyal, the additional secretary of the Joint Ministry of Interior, will serve as its member and secretary. They said that the Nagaland Police Chief and Chief of Police and the DGP of the Assam Rifle Team will be the other members of the committee.

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Earlier in the day, Nagaland Chief Minister Nefiu Rio, Deputy Prime Minister Yantongo Patton and Naga People’s Front Legislature Party Leader TR Zeliang signed a press statement saying that the decision to establish the committee was made by the Federal Minister of Interior Made at a meeting chaired by Amit Shah. December 23. A meeting was held to discuss the current situation in Nagaland. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also attended the meeting.

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The statement said: “The committee will submit a report within 45 days. The withdrawal of the disturbance zone from Nagaland and AFSPA will be based on the committee’s recommendations.”

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When meeting with the Federal Minister of the Interior on December 23, the Nagaland State delegation left a deep impression on him and immediately replaced the Assamese rifle unit in the Mon district. Repeal the requirements of AFSPA-This bill gives the armed forces broad powers to make arrests without arrests. Since the events of December 4th to 5th, Nagaland and other northeastern states have issued arrest warrants and even shot and killed people under certain circumstances in “disturbed areas.” In the past few weeks, the state has witnessed large-scale protest rallies in the eastern region and the capital Koshima, demanding the repeal of the law.

Just after the incident on December 4, Rio Tinto called for the abolition of Nagaland State, which “has been opposed to AFSPA.” Conrad Sanma, Chief Minister of Meghalaya State, also called for the “abolition of AFSPA” in a tweet on December 6.

At a special one-day meeting held on December 20, the Nagaland State Council unanimously decided to abolish AFSPA. It said that the House of Representatives “appreciated and supported” citizens and civil society organizations’ demands for the abolition of AFSPA and justice, and called on “all departments to follow democratic norms and non-violence in collective efforts to achieve peace and justice.” Get justice”.

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.

The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.

Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.

With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.

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The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.

Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:

DateTemperatureSky
October 23, 202432.93 °CSky is clear
October 24, 202432.69 °CSky is clear
October 25, 202432.5 °CSky is clear
October 26, 202432.07 °CSky is clear
October 27, 202430.69 °CSky is clear
October 28, 202431.29 °CSky is clear
October 29, 202432.09 °CSky is clear

Weather in other cities on October 22, 2024

CityTemperatureSky
Mumbai28.35 °CLight rain
Kolkata28.84 °CSky is clear
Chennai28.94 °CLight rain
Bengaluru25.53 °CModerate rain
Hyderabad27.75 °CModerate rain
Ahmedabad31.9 °CSky is clear
Delhi32.93 °CSky is clear

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