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Quad and AUKUS face an uncertain future under Trump
By David M. Andrews, The Australian National University in Canberra The challenge is to make a compelling case for Trump to support and endorse these partnerships.
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
Weekly Digests
Cacophony of a Conundrum: Understanding sexual harassment beyond the condemnation of “Cultural Scavengers”
Turning and turning in the widening gyre The falcon cannot
Differing Kuki and State Government Claims on Mt. Koubru Might Affect Coexistence of Ethnic Groups in Manipur
The recent claims of some Kukis people backed by Nehlun
‘Mangba’ in Women did get Attention, but Transmen Still not Included in Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Program
The literal translation of “Mangba” is “Pollute/Profane”. This is a
Coma, Life, and Manipur: How Life Can Cost as Little as Rupees Five but Remain Priceless
Exactly two years ago, I woke up after being in
21st Century: The Era of Deep Generalists and How NEP-2020 Addresses the Challenge
Overture The National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) gives especial
Society and Sexuality: On social media and gender relation
Seven years ago, a controversy erupted in the national capital