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How Identities are Shaped: Reinventing Northeast Identity, Reinventing Indian Identity
The idea of the Northeast is intriguing. It indicates a direction therefore should have remained as an adjectival clause – “north-east”. It indeed does to
Government’s Attempt to Resume Public Transport Sabotaged by Siege of Highways by Kuki-Zomi Militants and CSOs
Since May 3, 2023, the ongoing siege of National Highway 2 (Imphal-Dimapur Road), National Highway 37 (Imphal-Silchar Road), Imphal-Moreh stretch of NH-2 and Asian Highway-1
Manipuri techie empowers displaced woman economy
Manipuri techie who owns a firm based in Singapore gives shaft of light to displaced women of violence hit state providing sustainable livelihood under the
Humanity and the Paradox of Human Progress
As Gandhi said, “The greatness of humanity is not in being human, but in being humane”. This reminds us that the essence of humanity lies
Manipur’s List of Horrifying Abnormalities Which Have Become Normalised Continues to Grow
Manipur’s myriad problems do not certainly present a straightforward visage, layered as they are in a maze of hierarchical quagmire of problematic propositions, and each
Failure of Manipur Govt to Protect Lives and Properties Has Put Coexistence of Different Ethnic Groups in Jeopardy
For the last 578 days, since May 3, 2023, India’s north-eastern state of Manipur has witnessed unprecedented turmoil, primarily affecting the Meitei people. The ongoing
Borun Thokchom at IFFI Goa: “Passion and Preparation Key to Overcoming Filmmaking Challenges in Manipur”
Manipur, though small in size, punches well above its weight when it comes to contributions in national and international arenas, particularly in sports, and arts
Is Armed Forces Special Powers Act, 1958 the Solution to Manipur Violence?
During the Quit India Movement of 1942, the British colonial government enacted the Armed Forces Special Powers Ordinance to control the escalating unrest in India.
For Some, Dreams Vanish and Focus Comes Down to Business Alone: NSCN (Unification) Leader Alezo
Ato Kilonser of GPRN/NSCN (Unification) Alezo Venuh spoke to Nirendra Dev for this exclusive interview via tele chats and email interactions. Read on: Your speech on
Humanity and the Paradox of Human Progress
As Gandhi said, “The greatness of humanity is not in
The Perils of Poverty Porn in Manipur: A Cycle of Conflict, Radicalism, and Systemic Neglect
Poverty porn, the practice of sensationalizing poverty for emotional or
Lashing Phee and Rani Phee in Manipuri Textile History
From ancient times during seasonal enactment of Umang Lai Haraoba
From Habermas to Hashtags: Manipur’s Struggle with Public Discourse in a Digital World
In the cozy coffeehouses and lively salons of 18th-century Europe,
The Silence of Shumang Leela: Artistic Despair in Manipur’s Conflict-Ridden Landscape
For over fifteen harrowing months, Manipur has been ensnared in
Princess Kuranganayani a Symbol of Harmony Between Assam and Manipur
“During the reign of the Ahom kings, there was