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Uncertainty of Manipur’s Political Situation and Nongthombam Biren’s Government Looms Large
Amidst the violent conflict that has been going on since May 3, 2023, ahead of the upcoming Manipur Assembly session, the simmering discontent amongst the
Bridging the Gap: The Need to Elevate Manipuri Cinema on Global Stages
Manipur has a rich cinematic legacy, with numerous films making their mark on prestigious international platforms like the Cannes Film Festival and other global showcases.
The Idea of Manipur: The Fault Within
The idea of Manipur envisions a harmonious coexistence among its diverse communities—the Meiteis, Nagas, and Kukis—united by a shared identity. However, this ideal remains elusive,
Farce Behind the State’s Smokescreen Events on World Wetlands Day
Manipur state celebrated the World Wetlands Day with two events instead of one on February 2 this year. The theme was common to both, “
How a False Hill-Valley Binary is Relentlessly Pushed to Deepen Manipur Conflict
Abstract Writing and representing prolonged conflict faithfully in journalistic or scholastic writings is never easy. This is true for actual subjects of the conflicts writing
Young Lady Turns Passion of Collecting Wildflowers into an Eco-Friendly Business
A 27-year-old lady, Khundrakpam Rani turns her passion into a profitable business reflecting her effort as source of inspiration to many young minds. Khundrakpam Rani
Kuki Militants Turn Their Attacks on Manipur Insurgents Inside Myanmar
While the violent conflict due to the Kuki-Zomi militants’ attacks against the Meiteis and the reprisals since May 3, 2023 is witnessing fewer killings in
National Education Policy-2020 and My Dear Manipur: Are we Ready for it?
NEP always perceived education’s role as the key to promote human and societal well-being. Again, it is highlighted in NEP that 21st century demands “good,
Many Hiccups Along the Way, but the Indian Republic Marches on
India will once again be celebrating the day it dedicated itself a Republic on this day in 1950, having given itself a constitution as the
Weekly Digests
Pursuit of a Proximate Frontier
In his seminal book Imperilled Frontiers: India’s North-Eastern Borderlands, the
Idea of a Sovereign Manipur: Interview of RK Meghen, former Chairman of the United National Liberation Front
The following is an interview of RK Meghen, former Chairman
As Ningol Chakouba Approaches, a Refection on Why Everybody Must be Ready to Take Life in its Strides
Amidst all the politics and politicking, we are here once
The Idea of a Sovereign Zalen’gam: Interview of General Secretary of United Kuki Liberation Front Pu David Haokip
The following is the reproduction of an interview with the
Movies Which Explore the Consequences Borne by People Removed From Traditional Group Norms
Shouldn’t our leaders and politicians be doing more to preserve
The Idea of a Sovereign Zalen’gam: An Interview of Pu PS Haokip, President and Supreme Commander, Kuki National Organisation
The following is the reproduction of an interview held in
Has Manipur Reverted Back to Union Territory Status by the Choice of its Elected Leaders
Problems and Prospects of “First-Past-The-Post” as Determinant of People’s Mandate
“The Tainted Mirror”, a Well Told Story of Lost Innocence and Redemption in Experience – Part 2
Manipuri Vaishnava Music and the Sattriya Ojapali Music of Assam: A Fresh Look – Part 1
The Creative World of Aribam Syam Sharma, Veteran and Virtuoso Manipuri Film Maker
Manipuri Dance: A Look Through the Glorious Past and Finding a Helpful Future – Part 2
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