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Even if Intentions were Honourable, Wide Consultations Should Have Preceded Redlands Demolition
The controversy surrounding the recent demolition of Redlands, former summer residence of Manipur royalty since the time of Maharaja Sir Churachand Singh, in Shillong is
MK Binodini – A Piece of Shillong Will Forever Remain Manipur
In the wake of the current controversy over the demolition of Redlands, the old summer residence of Manipur Maharajas during the British days, we are reproducing this poignant reminiscence of Redlands by the late much revered Imasi M.K.Binodini transliterated into English by Pradip Phanjoubam from the original Manipuri
Why Ending President’s Rule and Installing a BJP Government in Manipur Remains a Remote Possibility
Nine months into President’s Rule, Manipur’s politics remains frozen. Since February 13, 2025, the state has been administered directly by the Centre; its Legislative Assembly
The Rise of Maram: Transforming Proximity into a Commercial Powerhouse in Northeast India
Having lived, taught and studied in the Maram area of Senapati district for six months, I observed closely how daily life, market rhythms and local
What PUCL Report is Silent about Ironically Reveals More Than Conceals
The nearly 700 pages report on Manipur’s ethnic crisis by People’s Union for Civil Liberties, PUCL, has among others, highlighted two cautionary notes for research
Lessons from The Recent RIMS Imbroglio
Tussles between patient party and the healthcare professionals, ranging from verbal spat to even assaulting the healthcare professionals are not uncommon in India, including Manipur.The
The Ever Shifting Character of the Idea of Unity
Across the globe, in both the contemporary and historical development of human society, unity has been a crucial factor in sustaining the life and structural
Loktak Lake’s Plight Highlighted at Global Stage: Azam Siddiqui’s Photograph Spotlights Dying Wetland at Ramsar COP 15
Waari Singbul Network | October 2, 2025 Imphal: Loktak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in northeastern India and a Ramsar Site of international significance,
Bangladesh at the Centre, Myanmar at the Margins: The Politics of Illegal Immigration
When Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Manipur and addressed the public at Peace Ground, Churachandpur and Kangla Fort in Imphal on September 13, 2025, the
Weekly Digests
Dr. Bishwajit Elangbam Becomes First Manipuri Visiting Professor of Emergency Medicine in UK
In the recently concluded 22nd Commonwealth Games commonly known as
No Pain No Gain: How a Young Man Lost to Drugs Found His Way Out to Inspire Others in Addiction Nightmares
A strong decision and firm determination can change any life.
A Brief Outline of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act
Introduction In India there are several repressive laws, many of
Ancient Manipur Kingdom and Brahmanism
Manipur was an antique kingdom in the ancient Southeast Asia.
Short Story/ Comradery
It is 2pm and sunny. I am sweating and the
How Successful has the Integration of the Northeast been as India turns 75
Integration of Northeast India into mainstream Indian life has been
While All Schools Across India Reopen, Manipur Government is Yet to Decide
Demand For Tribal Status for Meiteis Reveals Many Aspects of Manipur Society, Must However Not be Rushed
“Is Love Enough? Sir” – Good Story, Sensitive Acting, Certainly a Movie to Reckon With
‘Chicago-7’, Chronicles State Violence and Civil Resistance Imaginatively and Powerfully
A World Acclaimed Director’s Continuing Search For Sites of Pilgrimage in the Theatre World
