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In Myanmar, Resistance Against the Junta, but Also Resistance Against the Resistance
On February 1, Myanmar completed four years of military rule. On this day in 2021 General Min Aung Hlaing staged a coup to oust the

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,

Northeast Region Now Exposed to the Intriguing Pulls of Big Power Politics
Had it not been for a rather sensational revelation by

A Precarious Phenomenon Threatening Quality Education in Manipur
Introduction In recent times in Manipur, the education sector has

Genealogy of Marginality of Female Sex Worker: Is Anyone Listening?
During my fieldwork in Imphal, Manipur in between 2018 and

70 Year Old Woman Embarks on a Selfless Mission to Promote Tree Plantation
Nothing can stop a determined person. A poverty stricken 70

Ambulance Chasing Moralists Can Make no Difference, the Resolution Must Come From Within
The latest cycle of ethnic strife between the Meiteis and

Lok Sabha Election in Manipur and the False Flag of Clash Between Theory and Practice
The runup to the 18th Parliamentary election in Manipur is


Time to Delink Tribal and Scheduled Tribe, the Two Must Cease to be Treated as Synonymous

In Manipur’s Absurd Theatre, the Story of the Jester and the Tyrant is Routine

Only an Unjaundiced Assessment of Hill-Valley Disparity Will Help Bridge the Gulf, Physical and Psychological

What the Eviction Controversy Tells us of a Primal Friction Between Shifting Populations and the Modern State

Problematic Nature of Remembering and Forgetting Surfaces in Portrayal of the Battle of Imphal-Kohima


Haobam Paban Kumar: Amplifying Manipuri Cinema on the Global Stage

Cinematic Triumph ‘Boong’ Premiered at Toronto International Film Festival


Director’s Insight: How Kwatha Pham Kaaba Highlights Lessons of Love, Unity, and Empathy for Manipur

The Last Three Manipuri Films DVD Stockists: Embracing the End with Poignant Goodbyes in a Digital Age

Challenges of Rational and Appropriate Westernisation Amongst Contemporary Manipuri Women

Women in Crime in Manipur Are Almost Always More Sinned Against Than They Have Sinned



Woollen Knitted Shoe Maker Muktamani Fights Poverty’s Odds to Ultimately Deserved to be Honoured With Padma Shri

Women Today: Celebrating the Life of Women on International Women’s Day

Curtailing The Adverse Effects of Invasive Aquatic Species Will Help in Rejuvenating Kongba River of Manipur

Expert Suggests Ways to Develop Natural Habitat of Manipuri Kombirei to Make it Bloom in Abundance Once Again


Kongba River Faces Alarming Pollution Crisis: Crucial Need of the Hour is to Preserve Vital Water Source

Introducing a Holistic Approach to Preserve Kongba River of Manipur Will Enhance its Religious and Cultural Values
