TODAY -

E-Pao Opinions

  • Opinion on Manipur's Integrity Issue
  • Mohen Naorem's Musing
  • Opinion on Discrimination (Race, Sex/Gender)
  • R.K. Shivachandra's Opinion
  • Opinion on Politics and Governance
  • AFSPA - Killing of Manorama Opinion
  • Ranjan Yumnam (Whistleblower)'s Opinion
  • Opinion on Building of Tipaimukh Dam
  • Opinion on Effects of Armed Conflict
  • Opinion on Killings in Manipur
  • The messiah of hapless children
    Kajal Chatterjee- ' What honour has India bestowed on this great selfless humanitarian & Nobel Laureate for Peace ? ......'
  • Everyone has their own Bharat Ratna
    Dr Satywan Saurabh- ' There is a need to frame a law in Parliament to set guidelines regarding this award ......'
  • Children struggling to survive amidst tough competition
    Dr Satywan Saurabh- ' Effective counseling centers should be set up in all schools/colleges/coaching centers......'
  • Respect Netaji through deeds
    Kajal Chatterjee- ' Netaji not only had dreamt of a British-free India; but also a country free of poverty, hunger, exploitation......'
  • From cosmopolitan hub to fractured community: The fight for Moreh's soul
    Yenning- ' three demands is the restoration of the multi-ethnic character of Moreh Town ......'
  • Dilemmas and obligations of belonging to a political community
    Johnson Mangang- ' Until & unless, there is a significant transformation from zero sum game mentality ......'
  • China-India anti-drug co-operation contributes to peaceful development of relations between two countries
    Dr Yengkhom Ronica / Wang Jianhong- ' drug problem has gradually evolved into a serious international challenge ......'
  • Bhutan and 'Gross National Happiness'
    Kajal Chatterjee- ' the increasing migratory pattern of the Bhutanese citizens ......'
  • 2024 : Let sanity prevail
    Kajal Chatterjee- ' love, affection, emotion which parents possess towards their children ......'
  • Trans-Asian Highway: A blended lane for Manipur
    Ng. Lisii- ' as a highway of blended lane of pros & cons for Manipur ......'
  • A thought on Manipur University of Culture (MUC)
    Marjing Mayanglambam- ' Sans culture, sans society, sans discipline & sans respect ......'
  • Don't we need a Manipur centric interest? An overview on the Challenges and opportunities
    A Contemplator- ' our fate is closely & intimately inter-related with global affairs ......'
  • The emergence of new geopolitics in Myanmar & India's troubled borderlands :: Part 2
    Maheshsana Rajkumar- 2 part series on geopolitics in Myanmar & India
  • The challenges and realities of ending fossil fuel consumption
    Dr Yumnam Oken- ' Striking a balance between environmental goals & practicalities of global energy ....'
  • Manipur: Harmonizing tradition and progress for global inspiration
    Bedanga Chutia- ' Manipur becomes a mirror reflecting nations shared aspirations - a beacon of hope in a world ....'
  • The emergence of new geopolitics in Myanmar & India's troubled borderlands :: Part 1
    Maheshsana Rajkumar- 2 part series on geopolitics in Myanmar & India
  • Sustainable development cooperation for fostering enhanced relations between India and China
    Dr Huang Dekai / Dr Yengkhom Ronica- ' moving from "zero-sum game" to "mutual benefit & win-win situation" ....'
  • Hereditary Chieftainship exists only in Manipur in the Northeast
    L B Singh- ' the Chieftainship is hereditary in the case of New Kuki tribes ....'
  • Merger was a blunder
    Seram Neken- ' Manipur was well ahead of India in having a constitution of its own ....'
  • Ban the Bandhs - for a prosperous Manipur
    Leishemba Loushambam - ' Have Bandh always been an only way for bringing a solution? ....'
  • Student Council: The Pillars of Academic Governance
    Concerned & progressive students - ' they are the official partners in the governance & administration .....'
  • Manipuri or Meitei ?
    Dr S Birahari Singh- ' general confusion in the use of two terms-- 'Manipuri' & 'Meitei' ...'
  • Violence doesn't bring any lasting solution :: Part 2
    Buyamayum Liyaquat Ali- 2 part series on Violence
  • Bangladesh's aid to Myanmar
    Dr Arpita Hazarika - ' some 1.6 million people have been identified as in need of assistance ...'
  • Violence doesn't bring any lasting solution :: Part 1
    Buyamayum Liyaquat Ali- 2 part series on Violence
  • Seeds of peace: Role of Agriculture in mitigating the present Manipur crisis
    Dr Leishangthem Jeebit / Dr Gayatri Khangjarkapam - ' conflict in Manipur impacted all sectors including agriculture ...'
  • Manipur needs another Tikendrajit
    Seram Neken- ' This generation needs Tikendrajits who can defy orders ...'
  • Critical Logistic Operations Grind to a Halt Amidst X-Ray Scanner Failure at Imphal Airport
    Lenin Kshetrimayum- ' rippled through the region, causing considerable disruption to businesses...'
  • The middle-class fighting with the clap
    Priyanka Saurabh- ' The middle class is the mainstay of democracy ...'
  • Call for a ban on the use of smartphones in schools
    Dr Satyawan Saurabh- ' Technology should never be a substitute for teachers ...'
  • Circumspection at the frontlines : Comforting the pneuma during conflict
    Jasajit Ashangbam- ' concept of 'enemy' as understood by both communities at war is extremely depthless & superficial...'
  • Evaluating the status of India as a resurgent nation
    Y Mhonchumo Humtsoe- ' India must first build its strength at home to project itself as a great power to world ...'
  • Prolonged Internet Ban in Manipur Impacts Remote Workers & Businesses Across Time Zones
    Phanjoubam Herojit Meitei- ' need for reliable & uninterrupted Internet access for remote workers ...'
  • Poppy plantation and possible emergence of narco terrorism in Manipur
    Dr A Jayanta Kumar- ' an issue which could pose serious National security problems in future...'
  • India's Act East Policy and its Influence on North Eastern Region
    Y Mhonchumo Humtsoe- ' India has understood the perils & consequences of China's String of Pearl policy ...'
  • Roaring through the Frontier
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' motorcycle expedition to the unknown territories of Frontier Nagaland ...'
  • The unseen costs of Internet shutdown in Manipur
    Ronaldo Laishram- ' The economic fallout from the internet shutdown is another grave concern ...'
  • Man, woman, sex, sexuality and the truth
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' in today's world it seems people have stopped giving value to the necessary physical intimacy...'
  • Can Myanmar-Bangladesh cooperation during the disaster period usher a comprehensive tie?
    Harunur Rasid- ' Cyclone Mocha has provided a sharp reminder of the daily peril the Rohingya face....'
  • Do you want a "New Nagaland" ? Free Your 'YOUTH' First
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' My own experience in Nagaland taught me that the Naga students' needs help ...'
  • The courage to be 'yourself'
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- 'Nagaland & Naga society have been undergoing a process of great transformation ...'
  • 'Demographic threat' to indigenous inhabitants
    Nirendra Dev - ' The good old & also the pretty bad 'demographic threat' to indigenous inhabitants is back ...'
  • On the spot reporting from Oting
    Nirendra Dev - ' You are saying the road to my village is bad. It is true, but our luck is worse ...'
  • Manipur : From demand for NRC, blasphemy, arms looting to Miss India pageant
    Yambem Laba- ' Manipur has been seeing a plethora of events for the last few days ...'
  • Myanmar towards a bloodiest election
    Nur-Mohammad Sheikh- ' Since independence the people of Myanmar have seldom enjoyed taste of democracy ...'
  • Glory to the ones who look forward- Eastern Nagas marching towards 'light'
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' The role of Eastern Naga people & their leaders will be crucial in the new territory ...'
  • Water, a source of wealth in Imphal City !
    James Khangenbam- ' The most populated area of Imphal is running dry ...'
  • Misrepresenting reality : The case of Moreh
    Symon Sangma / Wirilungbo- ' academic journals belie ground reality of struggles people of Moreh go through daily ...'
  • The fate of Manipur State Action Plan on Climate Change, 2013 : Part-I
    YFPHR- ' No Specific Budget allocation related to climate change ...'
  • Roadside vendors vs police : What about the public ?
    Ninglun Hanghal- ' If the public can take an extra effort & take a few more steps to go to designated bazaars ...'
  • Flexing the farming muscles !
    James Khangenbam- ' A surge in population demands scaling up of agricultural products ...'
  • Liquor prohibition in Manipur and the turn arounds!
    James Khangenbam- ' the village under customary law is the finest place to have alcohol in Manipur ...'
  • 'From a student, to whom it may concern, 'Dear Dhanamanjuri University'
    Lourembam Poireiton Meitei- ' Today, Dhanamanjuri University faces an existential crisis ...'
  • 'Electricity collaboration' diplomacy in BBIN countries
    Jubeda Chowdhury- ' Bangladesh, Bhutan, India and Nepal are known as BBIN countries ...'
  • Can Myanmar-Bangladesh ties promote ASEAN- SAARC regional stability and prosperity ?
    Sufian Siddique- ' move forward in the fields of trade, communication, diplomacy & security ...'
  • MPSC Civil Services Aspirants express concerns over cabinet decision
    Thounaojam Luwangamba- ' MPSC must protect the rights & interests of both candidates & the organization ...'
  • The drunken 'Nagaland' - Alcohol, dirty politics and dawn of a new world
    Akummoa Nokdir- ' As representative of young Naga generation I strongly feel that we don't have to be that cheap for money ...'
  • Myanmar's two years of military rule
    Md. Mustakim Ahmed- ' hopes still remains for the people because international pressure on junta is increasing ...'
  • Challenges to India-Myanmar relations and their impact on the Act East Policy
    Douminlal Kipgen- ' The region, particularly the State of Manipur, is central to this policy ...'
  • Diversity : The essence of India
    Kajal Chatterjee- ' if we do not learn to stand unitedly & protest against the dark forces...'
  • Echoes of Higher Education in Manipur
    James Khangenbam- ' Our main focus should be on retaining meritorious student ...'
  • A Legal Discussion on "Frontier Nagaland"
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' Frontier Nagaland will be a constitutional entity constructed through legal modalities ...'
  • Frontier Nagaland Movement - Marching towards Amicable, Legislative, Sustainable "Solution"
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- 'final aim of Frontier Nagaland Movement is to 'restore the constitutional rights' ...'
  • Frontier Nagaland Movement - Towards a better world, a humane world
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' Eastern Nagaland People's Organization is fighting an epic battle ...'
  • India's G20 Presidency : Addressing the 4Ds
    G Kishan Reddy- ' An action-oriented and development-oriented Presidency striving for a rule-based global order ...'
  • The Question of Frontier Nagaland
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' Revisiting the Formation of Federal Units in India through a Constitutional Process ...'
  • The Frontier Nagaland- Quest for the final freedom of 'forgotten man'
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' Eastern Naga People's Movement demand for a separate state 'The Frontier Nagaland' ...'
  • A flight of the Hornbill- educate, agitate, organize
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' Today's Nagaland is no longer a Nagaland of the past ...'
  • Intellectual Class- The First Line of Defense of Masses in the Public Sphere
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' rising young intellectuals in Naga society will be taking the society to its final destiny ...'
  • This Eleventh Edition of Sangai Festival
    SK Singh- ' The government in a grand way going to hold the festival in 13 different locations ...'
  • The future of students
    Vijay Garg- ' Parents of MBBS students in Ukraine have formed an association ...'
  • A right to realize Frontier Nagaland- The struggle continues
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- 'there have been voices of opposition to this demand found to be equally getting stronger ...'
  • Why is "Frontier Nagaland" the Final Option
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' The demand of Frontier Nagaland is primarily based on the notion of considering 'State'...'
  • "Ostracized Eastern Nagaland" - The call for frontier Nagaland
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' The Nagas of the East are the inhabitants of an oppressed region ...'
  • Alcohol misuse, impact on health and society
    Prof (Dr) Nimai Chand Luwang- ' Alcohol use is quite common in India both in rural & urban areas...'
  • Frontier Nagaland- a path to justice, equality, liberty and fraternity
    Dr. Aniruddha Babar- ' whether Formation of Frontier Nagaland will give justice to suffering of Naga people ...'
  • North East cheers for now
    Yambem Laba- ' In the early 1980s, there were just about five liquor outlets selling IMFL in Manipur...'
  • Prevention is better than cure !!
    Phillip Laishram- ' Lack of morality, increase in cheap thrills & degradation of our values ...'
  • Bringing drug users back to mainstream society
    Ninglun Hanghal- ' Churachandpur district is listed at the top of drug abusers in the State ...'
  • The nexus between the pharmaceutical company and the doctors
    Priyanka Saurabh- ' Only law can work to break this immoral nexus of doctors and pharma companies...'
  • Traffic congestion and road accidental woes in the streets of Imphal
    Dr Rajkumar Giridhari Singh - ' experiences that my fellow residents of Imphal are witnessing every single day ...'
  • Trafficking laws : Sufficient to curb modern slavery ?
    John S Shilshi- ' UN says human trafficking is a 'crisis' for the international community ...'
  • VUCA Plus in Manipur
    Akendra Sana - ' The acronym for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity ...'
  • The Marangching landslide, could it be a wake-up call ?
    S K Singh- ' an exhaustive assessment of the complex geological structures had been given a slip ...'
  • Why not a New Imphal City ?
    Dr Rajkumar Giridhari- ' think in line of how Navi Mumbai is created away from Mumbai or New Delhi away from Old Delhi ...'
  • Adverse impact of climate change is real, immediate and scary
    Lakshmana Venkat Kuchi- ' Given the fact that climate change means different things to different people ...'
  • The need to deal with the littering and dumping of waste materials
    Khelsoril Wanbe - ' we have seen the extent of havoc that has been wreaked by non-degradable waste materials ...'
  • Shirui Lily Festival or mud festival ?
    Moirangthem John - ' Shirui Festival should be shifted to a different time of the year with a favourable climatic condition ...'
  • Take a leaf from sunderbans if you are serious
    SK Singh- ' While quantity assumes considerable importance, the quality of plantation is of paramount significance ...'
  • We reap what we sow
    M Asnikumar Singh- ' The highly defective air quality and soul sucking temperatures in Delhi are truly shocking ...'
  • War on Drugs and Alcohol (Ju)
    Pastor Letlal Haokip- ' Many young and old, men and women have lost their lives due to drugs and alcohol...'
  • The semiotic interpretations of traffic policing
    Paojakhup Guite- ' concept of semiotics in light of reward winning traffic police personnel ...'
  • Mixed Marriages and our Heritage !
    Ngangom Junior Luwang- ' Marriage is strictly a personal choice, but your & my personal choice will shape our common future ...'
  • Hindi subject compulsory = An economic sanction ?
    Boilal Gangte- ' Whatever the intention, one must not rubbish his idea and the context behind ...'
  • Attitude of teachers in the teaching-learning process
    Samarjit Kambam- ' teaching has become a creative & interactive vocation with many technical aides ...'
  • Should there be two time zones in India?
    Priyanka Saurabh- ' IST does not affect most Indians, except those who live in the NE where the sun rises around 4 a.m. ...'
  • The obnoxious system
    Kakai Singsit- ' million dollar question is from where did they get money for purchasing those hi-end bikes ? ...'
  • Celebrating thirty years of Israel-India relationship
    WL Hangshing- ' building a strong connection between India's North East, particularly Manipur, & Israel...'
  • Palm-oil in Manipur: Bad to worse
    Jinine Laishramcha- ' palm-oil plantation will accelerate drying up of the water-sources sooner than expected ...'
  • IMFP - Indian Made Foreign People
    Dr Ksh Imokanta- ' Analogizing Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) to Indian Made Foreign (Phoren) People (IMFP) ...'
  • Hypersonic missiles: A game changer
    Aribam Uttam- ' China stunned the United States by completing a new hypersonic missile test ...'
  • Dhanamanjuri University - A Place Full of Hopes or Just Nothing
    Marjing Mayanglambam- ' Dhanamanjuri Colleges of Science, Arts and Humanities ...'
  • Drone warfare
    Rishikanta Huirongbam- ' drones' applications are more cost-effective and dependable ...'
  • Did Tribes Fight for Freedom of our Nation?
    M.C.Behera- ' If they are freedom fighters, then whom did they intended to free- their own tribe or the nation? ...'
  • GMOs, is it a Yes or No?
    Depiya Thoudam- 'GMO stands for genetically modified organism referring to any organism whose DNA is modified ...'
  • Imphal Ring Road and violations
    Jiten Yumnam - ' impacts on communities and its fragile environment ...'
  • Land transfer commotion in Jiribam
    Jajo Themson- ' issues of land between villagers of Mongbung, Sejang Kuki & Muolzawl, Hmar villages ...'
  • The warning bell is ringing loud and clear
    Depiya Thoudam- ' high time to address the climate change issue through concerted action...'
  • How much more ordeal can Afghans take ?
    Mingyashin Shaiza- ' let's show support & raise awareness stand in solidarity with Afghanistan ...'
  • Need a softer approach to the language issue
    Lakshmana Venkat- ' language is an emotional issue & in Tamil Nadu a big political issue as well....'
  • Mining and fraudulent clearances in Manipur
    Jajo Themson- ' There have been several areas of confrontation between mining acts & court's judgments ....'
  • Blunder, change, business, religion and militancy: The Talibans
    Akash Rajkumar- ' Exiled! Ousted! Fled! Given shelter! Had no choice! Kabul! Talibans! Afghanistan!....'
  • A reality check on the July 23 incident at Yaingangpokpi
    Phungchamnao Ranreiphi- ' it will be good if incident was reported objectively based on facts with fairness & balance ....'
  • Should learning cease with the closure of schools
    Thangbiaklian Hangzo- ' requires solution beyond the ordinary, something extraordinary, .....'
  • Feisty Davids and Genteel Goliaths: The Israeli-Palestinian Story
    Biplob Kongkham- ' Empathy for Palestine should never be construed as malice for Israel .....'
  • Concept of inferior and superior in Manipur
    Buyamayum Liyaquat Ali- ' throughout history certain groups of people have faced discrimination .....'
  • India's border villages and town bear burden of political crisis in Myanmar
    Ninglun Hanghal- ' aftermath of unrest / uproar in neighbouring country over military coup on 1 February 2021 .....'
  • In need of a savior: the wailing of Myanmar
    Janghaolun Haokip- ' is a war against humanity and must be fittingly responded .....'
  • The Myanmar crisis and our options
    Lt General L. Nishikanta- ' it is in our national interest to maintain peace & stability in NE states.....'
  • Save Myanmar, Save Humanism
    Themneivah Sitlhou- ' How do democratic country differs from that of military & dictatorship country? .....'
  • The idea of Netaji, Manipur and the INA
    M Asnikumar Singh- ' The need of hour is establishment.. redevelopment & management of INA associated landmarks in Manipur .....'
  • Jesus, markets, state, and the silenced dialogue
    Dr Jeebanlata Salam- ' Educational services cannot be abandoned to arbitrariness of God, & markets .....'
  • Let us not down NK Sanajaoba's Spirit
    Sh. Ajit- ' Nongmeikappam Sanajaoba, popularly known as NK Sanjaoba, pioneer of investigative journalism .....'
  • Yongchak: The Dying Bean in Manipur
    Sanjenbam Jugeshwor- ' Parika Timoriana (the bitter bean, twisted cluster bean or stink bean) .....'
  • Political And Economic Ramification Of Manipur's Merger With India In 1949
    Ningthoujam Bidyaluxmi- ' Center needs to make a mechanism for monitoring the grievances of the different communities .....'
  • Political And Economic Ramification Of Manipur's Merger With India In 1949
    Diana Maimom- ' With merger to India, the people of Manipur feel very bad .....'
  • Valley volley
    Dr Robert Shimray- ' intended motive behind in the context of schools in the hills is but not for any sort of profit anymore .....'
  • Education and the 'cultural hegemony'
    RK Rajeebsana- ' our decision making is implicitly shaped by the type of social and cultural conditioning .....'
  • Overview of Crime & Mental Disorder
    Bramhacharimayum Sadananda- ' Preventing crime means working together with communities, learning about their problems .....'
  • Political And Economic Ramification Of Manipur's Merger With India In 1949
    Yumlembam Henba- ' 'Mikap thokpa' or consciousness both politically and economically should drive Manipur .....'
  • Political And Economic Ramification Of Manipur's Merger With India In 1949
    Toijam Malemnganba- ' The last ruler King Bodhchandra had acceded to India on 11 August, 1947 .....'
  • Assam-Mizoram inter State border dispute : An overview
    PC Lawmkunga- ' Mizoram deserves better treatment .....'
  • Political And Economic Ramification Of Manipur's Merger With India In 1949
    Robi Ningthoujam- ' merger of Manipur & its aftermath gave a strong sense of Great Betrayal in the collective mind .....'
  • Political And Economic Ramification Of Manipur's Merger With India In 1949
    Laishram Tarajeet- ' A meaningful development of community can be realized only when we remember our past .....'
  • Is NSU Conflict Sensitive ?
    Deben Bachaspatimayum- ' Hasty and reactive actions will only invite more violence .....'
  • A roadblock to NEP 2020: Rote learning in primary education
    Gourashyam Moirangthem- ' we have a unique set of problems. Our Government schools are in a difficult position .....'
  • National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 : A critical Review :: Part 5
    Surjit S. Thokchom - 5 part series on National Education Policy (NEP)-2020
  • National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 : A critical Review :: Part 4
    Surjit S. Thokchom - 5 part series on National Education Policy (NEP)-2020
  • National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 : A critical Review :: Part 3
    Surjit S. Thokchom - 5 part series on National Education Policy (NEP)-2020
  • National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 : A critical Review :: Part 2
    Surjit S. Thokchom - 5 part series on National Education Policy (NEP)-2020
  • National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 : A critical Review :: Part 1
    Surjit S. Thokchom - 5 part series on National Education Policy (NEP)-2020
  • No Federation should disturb peace process in the Hills!
    T H Haokip- ' FoH should refrain themselves from voicing cooked-up histories....'
  • Next possible language riots in Assam : Manipuris vs Assamese?
    Yambem Laba- ' The odd six lakhs Manipuri population residing in Assam are up in arms against Assam BJP Govt.....'
  • Incremental benefit of cleaning the Nambul River
    Sanasam Yaiphaba- ' maintaining a clean river for our present and future generation .....'
  • Prime Minister calls for Vocal for Local to Manipur
    Bramhacharimayum Sadananda- ' PM lauded people of Manipur for their consciousness to keep their identity intact..'
  • School business: True lies
    Ningthemba Chingsubam- ' It is an open secret, they are doing business in the name of social service ..'
  • Xi Jinping - Knowing the man, his upbringing and politics
    Nirendra Dev- ' seen as one of the leaders who would fit in the bill of China of 2011-12...'
  • The Kukis, Justice and the UN
    L. Lunminlen Haokip- ' their cry for justice will continue to fall on the deaf ears of the Govt. of Manipur ..'
  • Proposed tourist park in Chivu (Behiang) needs a rethink
    Ninglun Hanghal - ' To begin with, correcting the spelling from Chibu to Chivu ..'
  • Laymen view on nationwide lockdown and airlifting betel leaves
    Mamta Lukram - ' How deep imperialistic trade monopoly of tobacco pan-eating culture rooted in our society? ..'
  • Coronavirus and lucrative business
    Koijam Shiva Singh- ' discrepancy at LPG distribution at Wahengbam Leikai ..'
  • Disability on betel leaves
    Birendra Laishram- ' Decide the charge to be framed carefully & case be handed over to CBI ..'
  • Climate change and predator : Any link?
    HK Hupminthang Simte- 'a spate of unusual nocturnal 'incidents' occurred in my district of Churachandpur ..'
  • Why afraid of corona ?
    Free Thinker- ' If sanitizers can kill virus on our hands, can't we use alcohol inside our body ..'
  • Bringing Into Disrepute ?
    Yambem Laba- ' murky affairs in Imphal's Catholic School Canchipur are yet to be resolved ..'
  • Historic Bodo Accord: Beginning of an era of peace, progress & prosperity
    Achinta Borah- ' to the nearly half-a-century old demand for a separate Bodoland state ..'
  • The Bodo Accord and after
    Samudra Gupta Kashyap- ' Bodo Accord is bound to provide a major boost to trans-border and bilateral trade ..'
  • Bodo accord: A hope for peace and stability in NE region
    Thingbaijam Dhamen- ' agreement has given a ray of hope to people of region who are yarning for prevalent of peace ..'
  • Dramas in Higher Education & Doldrums for Engineering Graduates in Manipur
    Sanjenbam Jugeshwor - ' The dream that our Youths dreamt will be simply a "Nightmare" ..'
  • How China impacts security dynamics in Northeast India
    Major General SB Asthana- ' India needs to speed up infrastructure development / inclusive growth of NE ...'
  • Social Unrest in N-E Regions
    Sanjenbam Jugeshwor- ' unequal distribution of scarce resources & process of getting them become desperate ...'
  • History - from Obscurity to Visibility ?
    Lokendra Arambam- ' the relationship between Manipur and Indian state through history need some understanding ...'
  • Manipur: Context and Structural Violence
    JN Lai - ' Instead of addressing fundamental root causes, Delhi merely plays multiple repressive cards ...'
  • Did Tibeto-Burman, Mongoloid drive out Assam inhabitants?
    Dhruva Saikia- ' as the Jamiat Ulema I Hind claims in a memorandum submitted to the GoI ...'
  • The poppy charms in Manipur hills : Livelihood to narco-terror funding
    Lunsieh Kipgen- ' Poppy cultivators justify themselves citing livelihood issues ...'
  • Why do not Manipur forget Merger Agreement
    Sh Ajit- ' did not consider unique position of Manipur in history ...'
  • Time - Is it an illusion? Certainly not
    Dr Irengbam Mohendra Singh- ' It's the present time that can make or break Manipur ...'
  • Two steps from the moon...: Proud of our scientists and ISRO
    Lt General LN Singh- ' But never give up. Go ahead ISRO, the nation is with you...'
  • Violence against medical fraternity, intolerable - A wake up call
    Dr Vinay Aggarwal- ' a strong central law to check violence on the medical profession...'
  • Referendum in Catalonia
    Bruce Pebam - ' Catalan people have always had the desire and aspiration for self-determination ...'
  • 73rd Independence Day : One Nation One Constitution
    Raju Vernekar- ' from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, Assam to Gujarat celebrating the largest democracy ...'
  • New India in Konung Lampak
    Sh Ajit- ' RSS pay homage to Tikendrajit and Thangal, as brave sons of RSS portrayal 'Bharat Mata' ...'
  • How the police in Manipur are adapting to the evolving challenges posed by trafficking
    Ibemcha Ayekpam- ' Trafficking as a phenomenon cannot be viewed in isolation ...'
  • Mob Culture in Manipur
    Concerned Citizen- ' a direct consequence of mistrust in the system and a dysfunctional Society ...'
  • 'Bangla' - Cultural right of Bengalis
    Kajal Chatterjee- ' which "logic" can names of 'Bangla' and Bangladesh get confused ...'
  • Did Manipur Really Experience Cultural Genocide ?
    Dr. Sougaijam Priyokumar Meitei- ' Not at all, I believe ...'
  • Unfortunate/inappropriate misundertanding within the Zeliangrong community
    Amu Kamei- ' I strongly disagree the statement of Shri. Heera Malangmei Kabui ...'
  • The Story of Two Incidents in One State!
    T.S Haokip - ' We deserve a Govt which treat its citizens equally & fairly...'
  • Budding Malwares in Manipur University
    Sh. Ajit- ' Multiple issues at Manipur University as of June 8 2019...'
  • Does the burning of a private school in Manipur reflect a larger malady ?
    Ninglun Hanghal - ' St Joseph Hr Sec school situated in Sugnu, about 70 km south-east of Imphal, went up in flames.....'
  • St. Joseph's Higher Secondary School, Sugnu Imbroglio
    Lunthang- ' Please save harmonious and peace loving people of Sugnu .....'
  • Driving a dangerous feat on Indian roads
    RK Sinha- ' a report of the WHO (World Health Organisation) on Road Safety published in December 2018 .....'
  • The Utlou Case: Is the response justifiable ?
    Lyna H. Misao- ' is mob violence a moral act to bring change .....'
  • Alcohol prohibition
    IS Chanam- ' Prohibition has served only to enhance the wide spread attraction for alcohol.....'
  • Arunachal PRC Issue: Vis-a-vis Gorkha Settlement History of Vijaynagar
    Dinesh Sharma- ' Gorkhas of Vijaynagar deserve our nation's gratitude , support ....'
  • Why Manipur is a self-alienated society ?
    RK Rajeebsana- ' current centre-state relationship under Indian constitution seems to be conflicting ....'
  • Exclusion of Private Schools Teachers from HSLC Examination
    Sanjenbam Jugeshwor- ' Why Private School teachers are so keen to take part in the examination ....'
  • Work of Northeastern Frontier Railway and fate of four Villages in Imphal West
    YFPHR - ' Is it a game by using the NF Railway to stop the water supply ....'
  • Biren should be generous enough to release Kishorchandra before it is too late
    Dr Th Suresh - ' Otherwise, it will remain a black spot in his otherwise appreciable rule ....'
  • Freedom's fault lines
    Yambem Laba - ' detention of a Manipuri journalist Kishorechandra Wangkhem under the National Security Act....'
  • What I learned from arbitrary detention of Journalist Mr. Kishorchandra Wangkhem
    Pakinrichapbo- ' ...Kishorchandra a true fearless crusader of the idea of free speech....'
  • Pet dogs on a killing spree : scaling the peak of absurdity
    Samarjit Kambam- ' came up with a ruling that all pet dogs must be chained. Quite hilarious...'
  • The Taboo of Casteism in Manipur after the Burning of Meitei Puya
    Madhu Chandra- ' Talk about Casteism becoming vibrant after the attempt to expand Hindutva in Manipur ...'
  • Mysterious Animal Attack of Manipur State: A perspective How to find the truth
    Raghu Ningthoujam- ' Whatever it is either a wild animal or mysterious animal, please #do_not_kill ...'
  • The Haipi Lho-lhun Kut : A Kut where there is no Miss Kut contest
    Lunsieh Kipgen - ' Situated three Kms north-west of National highway -2 at the Koubru mountain range ...'
  • Kangla is like Ayodhya for Meiteis, Keep It Sacred
    Madhu Chandra - ' Setting up any other religious structure is termed defiling the religious sanctity...'
  • A scientific view to the uniqueness of sacred Kangla and Sanamahi's indigenous Philosophy
    Dr. L I Meetei- ' India govt must protect the rich heritage of Meetei and Manipur ...'
  • Stop religious encroachment activites within boundary of sacred Kangla
    L Ingo- ' will mix up Hinduism & Sanamahi just to bring more injustice to our originality & indigenousness ...'
  • Improper use of loud speakers in Manipur
    Th Kamini Kumar- ' Manipur Pollution Control Board is under a legal duty to publish technical and statistical data ...'
  • Is Gandhi (ian) relevant today?
    Ninglun Hanghal- ' Is Gandhi ( ian) still relevant today? many argued the times and situation is different now. ...'
  • Speech delivered by Atif Anik on Irabot Day 2018
    - ' at THAU ground, Imphal on 30th September 2018 ...'
  • Jana Neta Irabot: Was He Aware of the Socio-Political Challenges of His Time?
    Madhu Chandra- ' Mostly, the people of Manipur hardly aware of the Hindutva challenges...'
  • A private opinion on Tharoijam killing
    Mohammed Sirazul Haidar- ' Our society has changed for the worst in recent times ...'
  • Socio-economic Conditions Leading to the Birth of Marxism
    CL. Meitei- ' Marxism alone that would prove to be the true proletarian ideology....'
  • The Effects of the Burning of Meitei Puyas
    Madhu Chandra- ' is derived from P = Ipa-Ipu (ancestors) + Ya = Yathang...'
  • Unconscious Development
    JN Lai - ' Europe, America, Japan, other rich countries have to pay for environmental deterioration ...'
  • People's Strike greets this August
    Seram Neken- ' August will be a turning point as it will tighten stand of Manipuri people towards protecting our integrity ...'
  • The Big Gamble
    MC Meetei- ' for politically appointed AP Pandey, Manipur University is a big gambling ground ...'
  • Ideology crisis, beyond protest: An overview on the Manipur University imbroglio
    RK Lilapati Devi- ' .... agitation started for ousting incumbent Vice Chancellor of Manipur University, AP Pandey...'
  • Socialism or destruction of humanity ?
    Anonymous- ' It is not "human beings" who are guilty but the capitalist mode of production.....'
  • Before the trains arrive, a must read for every Manipuri
    Dr Govind Singh- ' sometime in 2020, Manipur will witness a consistent flow of resources & opportunities .....'
  • If black topping comes, can ground leveling be far behind!
    James Khangenbam- ' Road repairing in an assembly constituency has become benchmark of a dutiful local MLA.....'
  • Modi's India: A descend into Ochlocracy
    Sira Kharay- ' Lynch mob is a social terrorism, it is worst than murder .....'
  • Issues that keep Manipur burning: A Reminder
    L Malem Mangal- ' could help defuse collective anxieties surrounding our existence and future of Manipur.....'
  • Women in south Manipur turn to self-help groups for economic empowerment
    Ninglun Hanghal- ' women engage in economic activities such as piggery, poultry or farming ginger, turmeric ....'
  • Kailam Wildlife Sanctuary threatens to displace forest tribes
    Ninglun Hanghal- 'against a notification that will uproot up to 100 villages to make room for a wildlife sanctuary ....'
  • Globalization & its impact on our culture
    Kailienlal Zagen Chongloi Israel- ' Why dont we give a valley people living in hilly areas a 'tribal'..... '
  • Construction of Ima Keithel at Khwairamband
    Oinam Nabakishore Singh- ' ..... has been part and parcel of the history of Manipur'
  • One village's "protection wall" a destruction for the other villages ?
    Ninglun Hanghal- ' "protection wall" at Zoumunnuam....huge impact on its opposite bank- the Khuga/Tuitha eastern bank'
  • The making of village republics
    Ninglun Hanghal- ' That they are sufficient in terms of socio-culturally and economically....'
  • The highly venerated status of the bureaucrats of our land
    Khelsoril Wanbe- ' We want to see our bureaucrats free from the common maladies that have infected ....'
  • Ukhrul Town Sanitary Movement and its social evil
    Ramachan A Shimray- ' educating citizen on ecology should be a fundamental force in Ukhrul Town Sanitation ..'
  • Scientific Perspective: CM Biren's Controversial Speech at Gujarat on Krishna, Rukmini & NER
    Raghu Ningthoujam- ' Kangleipak merged into India in Oct 15, 1949..Lord Krishna has no role in the unification ..'
  • Migrants trapped in quagmire
    Shobha Shukla- ' Asia Pacific People's Forum on Sustainable Development in Bangkok, Thailand in March 2018...'
  • Saving Nambul: Convergence of divergent views
    Rajendra Kshetri- ' Saving Nambul is asine qua non to saving Loktak and Sangai. ...'
  • India's 'Act East' policy : Unlocking Manipur
    Dr Pamreihor Khashimwo- ' The deficits in India-Myanmar overland connectivity reflect a complex range of issues ...'
  • Chaotic road traffic system of Manipur
    Reimeingam Marchang- ' Majority of the people of the State have little respect for traffic rules ...'
  • On The Question of Nation and Nationality
    MSAD- ' Is it just a territorial state inside India or is it a South East Asian nation....'
  • It's time India's police reclaimed its lost time
    Basant Rath- ' 73-page report titled '8 Hours Dream of Police' - Constable Ravindra Patil of Mumbai police..'
  • Treatment schemes of RIMS
    L Memo Singh - ' Regional Institute of Medical Sciences provides satisfaction to the maximum number of sick persons..'
  • The imbroglio of ethnic identity of Ranglong
    Dr Antiarbum Ranglong - ' Ranglong being an Old Kuki, its origin & phases of migration is same as other Kuki-Chin groups ...'
  • The State and the States: Northeast in the Centre's vision :: Part 2
    Sanjoy Hazarika and Niyati Singh - 2 part series from Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative (CHRI), New Delhi
  • Mining & indigenous rights concerns in Manipur
    Jiten Yumnam- ' Plunder of land /resources by corporate bodies never contribute in uplifting Manipur's economy... '
  • The State and the States: Northeast in the Centre's vision :: Part 1
    Sanjoy Hazarika and Niyati Singh - 2 part series from Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative (CHRI), New Delhi
  • United States recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital
    John Phaltual- ' on December 6, 2017, officially recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital... '
  • Mining tussles in Manipur
    Jajo Themson- ' probable Chromites reserve in Manipur is about 5,45,500 tones... '
  • Milking Sangai in jamboree
    Free Thinker- 'if we are using a name which is a common property, we are duty bound to do something for that... '
  • Not just the Gateway
    Dr I Yaipharemba- ' Manipur will be the centre stage of the India's ambitious Act East Policy (AEP)... '
  • Beauty and Money for a purpose
    Lunsieh Kipgen- ' Ever since popularization of beauty pageantry in Kut fest, a section of intellectuals... '
  • Pre-merger political party struggle (Merger Series - IV)
    Dr Th Suresh Singh- ' It all started with the formation of Nikhil Hindu Manipuri Mahasabha (NHMM) in 1934 '
  • Red Light Area in Manipur ?
    James Oinam- ' whenever discussion on tourism industry in Manipur comes up, it is one question that comes up'
  • Welfare mentality and how it impacts our society
    Rev Dr Kadimna Gangmei - ' come out by freeing themselves from the bondage of welfare schemes '
  • Bodh Chandra, his advisors and Manipur Darbar (Merger Series - III)
    Dr Th Suresh Singh- ' critical review - British left Manipur till state merged to Dominion of India (15/08/1947 - 14/10/1949) '
  • Waking up at night
    Sanjoo Thangjam - ' main objective of opening the plaza is to convey to the world that Manipur is safe for tourists...... '
  • Frozen street laws and nasty people-grooming up Imphal city
    Dr Jiten Konthoujam- ' who is in charge of these double standard activities? ..... '
  • What ails Manipur ?
    RK Rajeebsana - ' what ails Manipur , it is the controversial merger agreement sign between Manipur and India... '
  • Night Plaza: Outlook of a developing Manipur?
    Bharati Yumnam- ' what is the use of the night bazaar if we are to get the same products in the day.... '
  • How Manipur missed internal autonomy and subsequent freedom !
    Dr Th Suresh Singh- ' The man who can influence Manipur Darbar and Maharaja died a premature death.... '
  • A thought on the many misnomers which have led to the confused mindset
    Dr Th Suresh Singh- ' why should we observe 15th August 1947 as Independence Day.... '
  • We Eat Dog Meat: So What
    Sira Kharay- ' one of the costliest culinary traditions of the Nagas..... '
  • Loktak Project & corporate unaccountability in Manipur
    Jiten Yumnam- ' non-existence of MoU on Loktak Project between Govt of Manipur and NHPC..... '
  • Is a Culture of insensible activism taking root
    AS Eunice- ' social and political issues have prompted different forms of protests time after time..... '
  • NE youth lured into life of modern day slavery in mainland India
    Mewanshwa Kharshiing- ' assure lucrative jobs but fall deep into the quick sand of forced labour and debt..... '
  • Indian peripheral states and demand of Gorkhaland
    GKN Chhetry - ' time has come to listen the chaotic voice of Darjeeling without further atrocities.... '
  • Brain drain : A burning issue in India
    Moichingmayum Mustaque Alish Aijaja / T Anas Babu - 'Brain drain in India '
  • Unauthorized selling of high priced Medicines in Govt Hospitals
    Concerned Citizen - ' rampant open extortion of patient party visiting emergency/Casualty departments '
  • The myths and facts about beef ban
    Hanjabam Rajanikanta Sharma- 'since BJP come to power at the Centre, there exist a hoopla about "Beef Ban" '
  • Corruption of lairik-laisu :: Part 2
    Erendro Leichombam & Biju Leishangthem- 2 parts series on education in Manipur
  • Corruption of lairik-laisu :: Part 1
    Erendro Leichombam & Biju Leishangthem- 2 parts series on education in Manipur
  • Preserving the Macha Ebemma Khudithibi area, Ningthoukhong
    Khwairakpam Gajananda- ' losing age old beloved lands to project proposal of Technology Centre for Fragrance / Flavor .. '
  • Beyond beef eating
    Ninglun Hanghal- 'Regulation of Livestock Markets) Rules, 2017 has created quite a stir in Northeast .. '
  • June in Manipur
    Jinine Lai- ' "delusion of grandeur" of the valley and "persecutory delusion" of the hills.. '
  • As much as Keibul Lamjao is for Keibul/Thanga, Moirang Sendra is for Moirang
    NS Hemam- ' It is for all theirs (inhabitants of Sendra) to lose - be it in economy, communication .. '
  • I wonder if any of our MLAs, Ministers know about Azurama village - Chief
    Laishram Ranbir- ' Azurama, a remote village in Tamenglong district, had never seen competent government authorities .. '
  • Pride and Frailty: What Meeteis are of
    Jinine Lai- ' Lack of introspection, retrospection and not acknowledged our own weaknesses. .. '
  • State Government needs to adopt major festivals of Manipur
    ZK Pahrii Pou- ' every festival must have a specific focus. It should be creative, innovative and eventful .. '
  • One belt one road
    Kamal Baruah- ' that India is missing from OBOR will reflect in due course of time? .. '
  • Nagas: From head-hunters into money-hunters?
    Puanthanh Gangmei - ' Nagaland Baptist Churches Council (NBCC) Clean Election Campaign is a good initiative... '
  • Development of Infrastructure: An Analytical Assessment from Manipur Perspective
    Moichingmayum Mustaque Alish Aijaja- '...most essential to delve deep into malaise that afflicted these sectors... '
  • Manipur dotted on gang rape map of India
    Jyaneswar Laishram- ' ...sad but true that the hideous incident has included Manipur in the rape map of India... '
  • Koirengei Airfield: From airfield to a historical site or a parking space?
    Retd Lt Col M Ranjit Singh- ' CM envisioned developing the Airfield into a historical site under Ek Bharat... '
  • Is the cleanliness drive another publicity stunt?
    Ranbir Mangang- ' Garbage seen pile up at many places in Imphal city ... '
  • An appeal letter to DC, Churachandpur
    Eastern Khuga River Flood Victims Committee - Reg. ongoing construction at Tuitha River ...
  • The Future Of Manipur :: Part 1
    Miraj Shah Kori - the future of the region is destined by beggar attitude ...
  • Who is Kailash Satyarthi
    Kajal Chatterjee- ' we are equally negligent towards his mission of nipping the evils of child and bonded labour in the bud'
  • Dichotomy of peace in Manipur : A discourse :: Part 2
    Priyadarshni M. Gangte- 2 part series on 'peace in Manipur'
  • Dichotomy of peace in Manipur : A discourse :: Part 1
    Priyadarshni M. Gangte- 2 part series on 'peace in Manipur'
  • Fallen From Grace
    Dennis Misao- ' continues to dig deeper into the dust and ashes of fall and decline ... '
  • NaMonetisation - Will it really benefit the common people?
    Samarjit Kambam- ' demonetisation scheme will hardly yield its targeted result ... '
  • End of Black Money? Go Home You are Drunk!
    Gurumayum Bidyasagar- ' How much amount do you think does India has as black money?... '
  • New Dynamics in China-Philippines Relations
    Dr. Puyam Rakesh Singh- ' On October 18, Duterte visited China to build political trust and handle the differences... '
  • Illegal structures along National Highways ignored by state authorities
    Laishram Ranbir- ' what is happening along the roadside of the very highways we travelled... '
  • Manipur 2017, how ready are we?
    Yumjao and Malem- ' Choosing the right leaders is the best preparation we can do for now '
  • Future Meira paibis (torch bearers)
    Free Thinker- 'The whole world knows that the women folk of Manipur are extremely courageous and outspoken '
  • Wither finance intrusion and war on people
    Dr. Malem Ningthoja- ' escalation of carnages in the sub-continent perpetrated by the men in uniform '
  • China Remains a Key Player in Myanmar's Energy Sector :: Part 2
    Dr. Puyam Rakesh Singh- 2 part series on Myanmar's Energy Sector
  • Public protests and police in Manipur
    Ravi Longjam- ' Police and security forces are the most ubiquitous and visible agents of the State ... '
  • Traffic Circus : Manipur Style :: Part 2
    Maisnam Rubie- 2 part series on Traffic Circus : Manipur Style
  • China Remains a Key Player in Myanmar's Energy Sector :: Part 1
    Dr. Puyam Rakesh Singh- 2 part series on Myanmar's Energy Sector
  • Traffic Circus : Manipur Style :: Part 1
    Maisnam Rubie- 2 part series on Traffic Circus : Manipur Style
  • Know that bandh for 'save Manipur' is 'killing Manipuris'
    Birkarnelzelzit Thiyam- ' Have some responsibility in the ways of what's happening now.. '
  • More about development and welfare of the people
    Khelsoril Wanbe- ' pace of development in Manipur may be regarded as rather sluggish.. '
  • Lansana Chanu Thokchom - a victim trapped in the game of talents
    Birkarnelzelzit Thiyam- ' Where is the support for our culture? Where are the officials of our culture? '
  • Oh, Manipur! Can you see this photo?
    Ningombam Bupenda- ' Can you really see yourself in the same photo as you see the photo in front of you ... '
  • In 30 years, Northeast Indigenous People will be reduced to a minority
    Oken Jeet Sandham- ' entire Northeast should come together to fight this influx of illegal immigrants... '
  • Uncovering Myitsone to Bury Ethnic Armed Opposition Groups
    Dr. Puyam Rakesh- 'Aung San Suu Kyi joined hands with Chinese side to find an appropriate solution to dam project '
  • Open Letter to V Shanmuganathan on Definition of Culture :: Part 4
    Kshetri Prem- 4 part series on Definition of Culture
  • Open Letter to V Shanmuganathan on Definition of Culture :: Part 3
    Kshetri Prem- 4 part series on Definition of Culture
  • Open Letter to V Shanmuganathan on Definition of Culture :: Part 2
    Kshetri Prem- 4 part series on Definition of Culture
  • Recent positive and negative developments in Manipur
    Khelsoril Wanbe- ' Bandhs, blockades, general strikes, curfews, rallies, dharnas have become regular part '
  • An open letter to the Governor of Manipur and Meghalaya
    Aribam Syam Sharma- '...is considered as thaksi khasi naidaba, leibak macha tadaba in our culture'
  • Open Letter to V Shanmuganathan on Definition of Culture :: Part 1
    Kshetri Prem- 4 part series on Definition of Culture
  • Looking eastward
    Kangdhi Jeremy- ' look further east to Japan, Korea, Cambodia, Singapore, Vietnam, Brunei, Laos ..'
  • Children In Agitations : Is it a unique gift of the ailing system?
    Seram Neken- ' Is adult population of state including those in governance responsible for such a situation...'
  • Introspection: A Blog on Manipur
    Dinesh Sharma- '.. we definitely don't want to lose the entire cake fighting over who gets the bigger chunk ...'
  • Action against failing healthcare system : To Medical Director , RIMS
    Dr. Elangbam Bishwajeet- ' Revoke the inappropriate focus and suspension of a single doctor ...'
  • China's search for a legitimate foothold in Myanmar
    Dr. Puyam Rakesh- ' ground reality demands 2 countries to work sincerely to prove they are good neighbours ...'
  • Manipur And The Paradox Of Security
    Siamchingthang Tunpo-'situation of security in Manipur today has gone from bad to worst ...'
  • Bandh has no future, why Manipuris should stop bandh culture
    Md Abdul Gaffar -' Bandhs, general strikes and blockades have become a cottage industry for Manipur...'
  • Why the Manipuris should stop Bandh/blockade Culture?
    Md. Abdul Gaffar -' ....loss Manipur's economy Rs. 4,970 crore till date...'
  • The unholy alliance
    Samarjit Kambam -'process of adulteration is going on unabated before eatables hit the marketplace...'
  • Students at the crossroad
    Masopam Kasar -' students, majority of them, are either from high school or higher secondary school ..'
  • Achievements of Defence Ministry for last two years
    Lt. Col. Ajay Kumar Sharma -' 2 years of Govt in power, Ministry of Defence had following major achievements ..'
  • The Thadou renaissance
    Paoginthang @ Boigin Lhouvum-'Thadou is not a new phenomenon ...long history dating back to the 600 BCE..'
  • The Cult Worship Of Civil Servants
    Sonali-'... you are worshipping the devil, the manifestation of the causes of your own miseries.'
  • The 'war' that wasn't and the 'battle' that rages still
    Wangam Thokchom-'History have shown the dangers of indulging in highly charged/ polarizing of cultural mobilization.'
  • May 1968 France And Underrated Revolutionaries Of Manipur
    Sonali-'...High School students in Manipur are deschooling themselves..society by refusing to submit to men in green'
  • Supreme Court dismisses plea of the Army in favour of a serving Brigadier LI Singh
    Ningombam Bupenda Meitei- 'For Brig L I Singh, it is just the beginning of the End....... '
  • Destination North East: Can DONER and NEC go together?
    Ningombam Bupenda Meitei- ' Can DONER and NEC go together for Destination North East India? '
  • Definition of patriotism and nationalism
    Kajal Chatterjee- ' Tagore's love for the country was not limited to mere flags or zealous chant '
  • Tale of two Fake certificates: One in Jail and One in Cabinet :: Part 2
    Ratan Moirangthem- 2 part series on the Fake Certificate case of M. Prithviraj Singh
  • Tale of two Fake certificates: One in Jail and One in Cabinet :: Part 1
    Ratan Moirangthem- 2 part series on the Fake Certificate case of M. Prithviraj Singh
  • From war hero to outcast - I
    Yambem Laba- 'he finally made his career as a professional soldier ... retiring as a lieutenant-general ....'
  • Borayangbi Villagers are all on their toes
    M.U Faruque- ' Borayangbi is one of the remotest muslim village which falls under Kumbi assembly ....'
  • NSF akimbo arms and un-couth police
    Raj Singh- ' ....bund call do not speak of a sound approach for conflict resolution....'
  • Communal Intentions of Naga Student Federation (NSF) Exposed in Social Media
    Mohen Naorem- 'Does Meetei only represent Manipur Police? SP, DSP, Inspectors..are from other ethnic communities..'
  • Double hypocrisy of two nations
    Pusham Azad Babu- ' decision by MHRD to discontinue existing Non-NET fellowship for M. Phil/PhD research scholars..'
  • Immediate measures to defuse crisis in Kiphire areas
    Oken Jeet Sandham- ' ... promote reconciliation and reconstruction with the two tribes ...'
  • Naming Tulihal airport as Maharaja Narasingh International Airport
    RK Sanayaima Singh- ' This airport may be an ideal place to be named after Maharaja Narsingh... '
  • Imphal and Banaras not among 20 smart cities
    Free Thinker- ' Why such a city is left out? Criterion seems apolitical but our minds are still inquisitive! '
  • VIP culture or colonial hangover ?
    Abujam Manglem Singh- ' there has been an excessive use of the 'security threat pretext' to provide security cover '
  • Dreaming For Smart City; Are U Smart, I Am Not
    S. Kunjabihari- 'how do we implement a 'Smart City' with such a composition of 'Not-So-Smart' citizens? '
  • Thangting or Thangjing : What's in a name ? A lot indeed !
    Joe & Simon Haokip - 'demand to rename..direct step towards antagonizing/ communalizing the whole developmental'
  • Thangjing hill range and Nobin village
    K Nabachandra Singh - ' sanctity of the places of worship should be given without altering its original name '
  • The 4 January Earthquake : (A Wakeup Call For Manipur)
    S. Kunjabihari Singh- 'this temblor is rated as the worst in a long span of 65 years in the state's history '
  • Lavasa, India's first Smart City
    Akham Bonbirdhwaja- 'Lavasa is developed to be a city with an initial area of 32km2 on a hill landscape of Western Ghats '
  • My views/opinion of a Smart City :: Part 2
    Dr L Rajen Singh- 2 parts series on a Smart City
  • Imphal as a Smart City - Are we really prepared?
    Samarjit Kambam- 'before Imphal becomes a smart city, we need to get smart.... '
  • My views/opinion of a Smart City :: Part 1
    Dr L Rajen Singh- 2 parts series on a Smart City
  • Smart City : Preventing corruption axis
    Dr Th Suresh Singh- ' Preventing Minister/Beaurocrate/Engineer/Thikadar axis corruption .... '
  • Imphal Smart City
    Kharingyo Shimrah- 'Utilizing Dholera, 1st Indian Smart City, Model of Imphal keen urban communities can be provincialized'
  • My idea of Imphal as a Smart City
    Rajendra Kshetri- ' A smart city without SMART would only remain as a moribund city..'
  • Imphal: Smart city or High Security City?
    Deben Bachaspatimayum- '..foundation must be reconstructed by solving socio-political / economic problems first..'
  • Imphal city to become a smart city
    Puyam Rakesh- ' The historicity of the city is fundamental in such a discourse....'
  • Manipur: The Change & Sustainability
    Prithiraj Chungkham - ' three basic amenities namely, Connectivity, Electricity and Portable Water....'
  • My Dream City - Imphal
    Boris Leishangthem - ' diversity of the city should be taken into account while planning the city....'
  • Smart City based on flow of people & vehicles
    Shanjoy Mairembam - ' let's think of the people first and make the city....'
  • For a Smarter Imphal City
    Rocky Wahengbam - 'comprehensive development of basic physical, social, institutional and economic infrastructures'
  • Developing Imphal City into a Smart City-Suggestions
    Dr Khomdon Lisam - ' Smart Cities are intended to enhance the quality of urban life...'
  • On Imphal becoming a smart city of the twenty first century Manipur
    Khelsoril Wanbe- ' Imphal has a tremendous potential of becoming an internationally famous city if...'
  • Challenges Faced by North East India and Appropriate Response
    Somorendro Thokchom - ' Inaugural speech delivered on 1st North East Indigenous Peoples' Parliament, 2015, Imphal '
  • Imphal to be a smart city faces many challenges
    Khainao - ' ...Over all it should be citizen centric and environment friendly... '
  • Proposal for Smart City
    Chingakham Dina / Arambam Karamjit / Khwairakpam Sunita - Proposal for Smart City
  • Smart city Imphal; the Curitiba example
    Yumnam Devjit - ' Curitiba in South Brazil....is considered the Mecca of city urban design '
  • A smart city Imphal and the Venus Project
    Yumnam Devjit - '.... fail to succeed if it does not embody the spirit of a nurturing and loving home '
  • How Smart Will Imphal Smart City Be?
    Khwairakpam Gajananda - 'realizing ISC goals should not be an end , but essential condition to emerge and flourish. '
  • The Iron Snake in the jungles of Manipur
    Puyam Rakesh- How can we make the snakes non-poisonous? Do we have enough antidotes? '
  • Manipur of our times: The three big issues
    Kenish K- 'our times are: law & order, ethnic divide and territory '
  • India's grand and arrogantly proud Self-imagination and the collateral damages
    Keithellakpam Johnson- 'Did India have a unified self-imagination across full spectrum of social-cultural-political '
  • Kyaukphyu and Gwadar to provide sea access to China's hinterlands
    Puyam Rakesh- ' under "One Belt and One Road" (OBOR) Initiative, China will enhance its presence along the Red Sea '
  • Hatred: Never a Clever Choice
    Dr Omila Thounaojam- ' May be it is high time that we look back to our past and learn from it '
  • The name's Bond........James Bond
    Yumnam Devjit- ' Now it's up to you to decide ... is the story fake or real? Who won the game? '
  • The tyranny of ignorance (or the curious case of disowning one's own self)
    Thokchom Wangam- ' The continued existence of Manipur is an endeavour in which all of should have an equal stake'
  • Reaching our Destination
    Dr Omila Thounaojam- 'It is the man on the golden chair positioned at a far off land that matters the most'
  • Japan, as a nation, owes it to India
    Rajiv Roy- ' Chairman, Japan India Tourism Promotion Committee, Tsutomu Sato...'
  • Is there a golden once-for-all solution to the contemporary problems prevailing in Manipur?
    Paikhomba Khuman- ' why not decide the future of Manipur through a peaceful democratic process...'
  • Where are we
    Rajiv Roy- ' For many India ends on this part after the Chicken's Neck - the narrow 14 miles Siliguri corridor..'
  • Civilization spreads by exterminating the lower races
    Longjam Tony- 'how a mighty meitei kingdom had been suppressed by a larger dominant Kingdom..'
  • High time we looked for and adopted intelligent, less-disruptive and non-suicidal modes of agitation
    Dr. S. Pahel Meitei- 'High time we looked for and adopted intelligent, less-disruptive and non-suicidal modes of agitation..'
  • Culture of bandhs, strikes, blockades in Northeast
    Oken Jeet Sandham- ' many in the NE Region still feel that unless they call bandhs, their voices are not heard of..'
  • The demolition spree of heritage in Manipur
    Thoudam Imomacha- ' appeal to historians/scholars in Manipuri society to restrain further demolition of our heritage..'
  • An Open Letter to AMMIK
    An anonymous music listener - 'why you have not only boycotted Tapta and film 'Keishal' ..'
  • Meat prices soar beyond reach of consumers
    Iboyaima Laithangbam- ' ...once the prices of meat are increased the same are never brought down..'
  • Time to curb bully-ism on the roads
    Samarjit Kambam- 'VIPism rampantly practiced like a birthright by the politicians, high profile bureaucrats '
  • Manipur: The land of bandhs
    Ranbir Ningthouja- ' Is bandh the only grievance redressal mechanism available in Manipur? '
  • Mob Justice and Manipur
    Mubasir Raji - 'need for a working system to address discontentment of people and to control the anarchic forces.. '
  • Regarding article on Aimol by Manindra Konsam : Correction required
    Lunghipreng Aimol - 'correct the articles with special concern with the Aimols Leaders .. '
  • 3 Idiots and 1 Stupid
    Shakhenbi Chanu- ' a letter on the issue of appointment of college principals .. '
  • "Tripartite Talk" crucial for solution to Chang-Yimchunger issue
    Oken Jeet Sandham- 'leaders of Chang and Yimchunger tribes should not miss opportunity to attend "April-7 Tripartite Talk".. '
  • Manipur Merger Agreement : Waiting for the State's High Court verdict
    Dr Th Suresh- 'The status of PIL which was/is going on in the Supreme Court and our State High Court.. '
  • Water Scarcity in Manipur : Choice or Chance
    Marchang Reimeingam- 'Poor governance coupled with inadequate planning for water supply is responsible.. '
  • Manipur as an actor on India's eastern neighbourhood stage :: Part 2
    Puyam Rakesh Singh- 2 part series on Inida's 'Act East' policy...
  • Globalisation and socio-economic transformation of tribals in Manipur
    Wangdibou- 'tribal society had become materialistic..mere sustenance is not sufficed to content them '
  • Manipur as an actor on India's eastern neighbourhood stage :: Part 1
    Puyam Rakesh Singh- 2 part series on Inida's 'Act East' policy...
  • Why is our society is so biased against teachers?
    Leishangthem Roshan Meetei- 'This society is yet to recognize the pain of a teacher....'
  • Puya Meithaba - The Burning of Meitei Sacred Scripture
    Madhu Chandra- 'The Gateway for Brahmanical Invasion into Manipuri Society....'
  • Revive Manipur's public transport system
    Dr Mohammad Imtiyaj Khan- 'Lack of transport facility has always been a thorn in the flesh of Manipur....'
  • The Agra conversion debate with special focus on NE
    Rajiv Roy- 'religion can effect change and foster a feeling of solidarity among different tribesmen...'
  • Breaking Down Bit By Bit: My homeland Manipur
    Seine Yumnam- 'we need to be optimistic on what can happen in the next two decades...'
  • Festival! Thy name is pollution!
    Seikhojam Kipgen- '...elebration up to permissible level in obedience to law of nature-minimized...'
  • Are Meiteis Guinea Pigs In The Laboratory Of Criminals?
    Ningombam Bupenda- '...but can Meitei Students' Union speak out for Meiteis in Delhi?'
  • August: A month of tears and smiles
    Seram Neken - 'Will the people of Manipur have the occasion to celebrate the onset of a new restrictive regime'
  • Extinguishing Conscience of the Masses
    Yenning- ' Need for Recovery of the Political'
  • An Open Letter To Everyone :: Regarding south Lousing hillock's (Chingnungkok) event
    Andy Meitei- 'The message that we embedded...did not reach the target'
  • We are making (bad) time a scapegoat
    Rehoboam Lester Makang- 'It is time that we as society learn to think twice before blaming bad occurences on time'
  • Ailments Of Our Society
    Rev Fr Paul Lelen Haokip- 'Am I part of the problem or part of the solution..'
  • ATSUM and the future of tribal students' unity and welfare in Manipur
    Dr Yaronsho Ngalung- 'The reunion of ATSUM is the need of the hour ....'
  • Archimedeans' and Clowns' Affair
    Yenning- ' What will the Clowns lose, then? Nothing but 'Clown', which they are not right from beginning'
  • Whatever happens to the royal roads in Imphal?
    Yenning- 'Are we travelling on the roads we were not supposed to trade in normal times...'
  • The Questions of the Potloi of the Jagoi Rasa and the Kanglei Puya
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen- 'word/concept is used in the burning of a dead body in content and in meaning'
  • The Strength of the Culture of the Meetei Race of Kangleipak
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen- 'Numit' is the most scientific and cultured name of the same celestial object, Sun'
  • Water scarcity- nature's retaliation
    Chloee Konsam - '..augmented at a greater level with the decrease in ground water level and reduced rainfall'
  • Manipur (Kangleipak) : Now a Land of Condolence
    Ripujit Naorem - 'We all should take our Responsibility and have a pivotal role for the changes'
  • Border management in the pipeline, awaits new Govt at New Delhi
    Bula Devi - 'Indian officials said the MoU is waiting for a high profile visit from the neighbouring country'
  • Private Money Lending and its Moral Limit
    Jeremiah Amai Veino Duomai - 'Unless we remain vigilant, love for money will tear into our age old social fabric'
  • India-Myanmar border issue : Fencing not the only solution: Analysis
    Defencepen - 'India should endeavour to meaningfully engage with Myanmar and solicit its cooperation'
  • Side-effect of free salary : Enjoying is good, but requires care
    Dr. Gunadhor S Okram- 'he salaried class of Manipur government seemingly have certain notions peculiar to Manipur'
  • A French opinion
    Olivier Courtois -'You, the 27 lakh inhabitants of Manipur...'
  • Culture
    Kshetrimayum Kamaljit Singh -'What are the features that define our conglomerate culture?'
  • "Gold painted road between Churachandpur and Sugnu"
    KhamLianLal Zou @Khams Zotal -'one of the dustiest and muddiest road ever in the states'
  • Road Safety For A Week?
    Seram Neken -'Traffic managers need to work for public convenience..than concentrating on smooth passage of VIP vehicles'
  • Endless Festivals and Its Negative Impacts On The Economy Of Manipur
    Juliet Wahengbam -'affect the economy, physical environment, psychology, political administration, etc '
  • Sino-Indian Rivalry, Myanmar & India's Look East Policy
    Yenning -'India's engagement with Myanmar and beyond through its LEP has so far only accelerated militarization of Manipur '
  • Unmasking the politics of India's Look East Policy :: Part 3
    Sanatomba Kangujam - 3 Parts series on the 'India's Look East Policy'
  • Unmasking the politics of India's Look East Policy :: Part 2
    Sanatomba Kangujam - 3 Parts series on the 'India's Look East Policy'
  • Manipuri Sankirtana On UNESCO's list sends conflicting signals
    Achoibam Saphaba Meetei - 'recognition of Sankirtana has grately affected the existence of indigenous Meetei people'
  • Unmasking the politics of India's Look East Policy :: Part 1
    Sanatomba Kangujam - 3 Parts series on the 'India's Look East Policy'
  • On Page Number 9
    Seram Neken - 'Today, a number of people or organizations with vested interests have turned it into a big gamble'
  • The 'Flying-fest' of Manipur: Once More, Please!
    Gautam Sharma- 'This is a fest that 'Do', as it has done many things and articulated many sense which was missing..'
  • Condition of roads and traffic in Imphal
    Khelsoril Wanbe - 'attract tourists can be tremendously enhanced if our roads are properly developed and constructed'
  • The Power Of Salt :: Of Rumors and the Swift Media
    Seram Neken - 'It is unfortunate that rumors were spread on the most necessary kitchen item like salt'
  • What is the translation of Sanamahi?
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen - 'Is Sanamahi to be translated as Sperm?'
  • 'Terrific' Traffic Of Imphal City
    Pao Gangte - The need for improving the condition of traffic problems
  • Letter from the Republic of Dust :: Part 2
    Rajendra Kshetri - 2 Parts series on the 'state' of Manipur
  • The Secrets of the Universe
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen - 'The Kangleicha Meetei knows before the world knows'
  • Letter from the Republic of Dust :: Part 1
    Rajendra Kshetri - 2 Parts series on the 'state' of Manipur
  • The exact location of Manipur from the kalinga kingdom map
    Ganechandra Ningthoujam - 'answers for misconception of Hindus of India regarding pilgrimage of Arjuna from Indraprastha'
  • Facts generally the peoples of Kangleipak do not know
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen - 'snake worship was brought by the Hindus in the 18th century C.E. to Kangleipak (Manipur)'
  • Justice for Dr. Hanjabam Shukhdeba Sharma
    Khingba Luwangcha - 'our existential moorings are dictated by violence..we have accepted violence as a way of life...'
  • A call for a Change in Manipur
    Kuman Newton Singh - 'Are we really in the verge of civil war hoping for an absolute change...'
  • The State and its Professor as Hooligan in Manipur University
    Dr. Malem Ningthouja - 'Professor Mani should have been transferred to either a boxing academy...'
  • The Anal Kuki or Anal Naga ?
    Stephen- 'The question of the Anal people being either Kuki or Naga is a recent phenomena...'
  • Ganja Jaunts: 'Rethinking' Development
    Czadanda Saint - 'We should always understand that there is more to development than just economic growth'
  • The ill fated NH-37
    Samarjit Kambam - 'Only God knows whether it might take a season, a year, a decade or a century'
  • Indo (Manipur) - Myanmar border row
    Lt Col Laishram Lokendra (Retd) - 'claim of either country must be substantiated by historical evidence'
  • The Sadness Innate in Discussions on Issues in Manipur
    Prof JC Sanasam - '..well known that Manipur is a place of Aneethokpee, split-duplication into factions'
  • Ganja Jaunts: A Theory Of Manipur
    Czadanda Saint- ' But seriously, forget Mainland India, do we really care for each other? '
  • Do Not Comment; Do Not Discourage
    Pukhrambam Linthoingambi - 'When you criticize, remember all people in this world haven't had advantages that you've had'
  • Landslides on NH 2 and 37 threatens India's Security
    Surendranath Sharma - 'GOI/GOM, have all these years ignored and neglected but also shown painful indifference '
  • Nangkhang Koiba Tradition of the Meetei Race of Kangleipak :: Part 2
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen 2 part series on Nongkhang Koiba Vs Ganesha and Kartik Tradition of Hindu
  • The Jaipur Home story : A reflection
    Zephyr Ng -'can we have a more humane approach to the case instead of rushing and politicizing..'
  • Nangkhang Koiba Tradition of the Meetei Race of Kangleipak :: Part 1
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen 2 part series on Nongkhang Koiba Vs Ganesha and Kartik Tradition of Hindu
  • On the reconstruction of Manipuri history
    Pooja Elangbam- 'new generation needs to take the torch from previous generation of historians and make further inroads'
  • How Meetei Race knew they have their own Scripts since early times, in 20th century
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen - 'the earliest written language of the world may be the Kanglei Meetei Language'
  • An open letter to Manipuris: Stop the bandh culture
    Mohammad Imtiyaj Khan - 'Govt is left with no option but to treat the symptom, not the actual cause..'
  • Grant of Scheduled Tribe Status to Meetei, acceptable? An Honourable Status?
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen - 'The answer from the humble writer is an 'Emphatic No'.'
  • Open letter to former ATSUM leaders : June 25 2013
    TKS / CDSU / ZSUM - 'Open letter to former ATSUM leaders'
  • The Meetei Race of Kangleipak and the Meitei Mayek 27
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen - 'The 27 Meitei scripts cannot write 'Meetei', but can be used to write 'Meitei''
  • Utopian Kangleipak (Where My Lady Can Walk Safely At Midnight)
    Eroz Laishram - 'hope to live in a Kangleipak free of violence where political ambitions based on ethnic lines are absent'
  • Against Magic/Winger Culture
    Mohammad Imtiyaj Khan - 'ticketing system could be introduced to popularise the "Hop On Bus Service"'
  • Custodian of Traditional Indigenous Meetei Dresses
    Mohen Naorem - 'Facebook study reveals fashion show as a direct intrusion into rich culture of Manipur'
  • Yaoshang: An Extended, Expensive Holiday
    Natalidita Ningthoukhongjam - 'this is the question that has been bugging me : Where is the limit?'
  • A call for new strategies for the oppressed Nations of South Asia
    Kaka D Iralu- 'it is high time to make a collective stand and free from both colonial/post colonial tyranny'
  • Social Loafing in Manipur: A Problem to be addressed
    Dr. S. Birahari- 'intriguing social phenomenon known as Social Loafing when groups of people are at work on group tasks'
  • NEAR (North East Administrative Region)
    Naosekpam Ajit- 'administrative region called NEAR be formed by clubbing all the seven North-eastern states'
  • Towards a peaceful Manipur: Part 2
    Dr. Gunadhor Okram- 'Why not we prove this to the world: Make Manipur an industrially developed state....'
  • Towards a peaceful Manipur: Part 1
    Dr. Gunadhor Okram - 'One should respect others so that he gets respect in return....'
  • Manipuri Pony and Manipur Police
    Chingangbam Gulshan- 'create a 'mounted wing' in the state police force....'
  • The history of Anals in the context of ethnic violence
    L Wolring- 'The "anal" is neither old kuki nor new kuki....'
  • The Junglee Beast: Behind the misty mountain
    Gautam Sharma- 'No matter how hard we try to domesticate, we hardly can tamed it....'
  • The Wretched People Of Manipur And Their Aspirations :: Part 2
    Puyam Nongdrei- 'Our wretchedness and sub-human living conditions under repressive policy....'
  • The Wretched People Of Manipur And Their Aspirations :: Part 1
    Puyam Nongdrei- 'If we don't say no to the policy of 'every one for himself/herself', who will think for Manipur'
  • Import of poultry products: Should we ban it ?
    Prof E. Bijoykumar Singh- 'Poultry farmers need to become more competitive.. protection definitely is not the answer'
  • When Sangai Festival miss the Tower of Samban-Lei Sekpil
    Bobby James Wahengbam- 'how Samban-Lei Sekpil is left out from Sangai Toursim Festival 2012?'
  • The Most Awaited Ningol Chakkouba and Its True Lies
    'The meaningful SUBSTANCE of Ningol Chakkouba is been infected'
  • The curious case of State Bank of India
    Sanjit Laishram- 'you can abbreviate the name of the ATM's in Imphal as All Time Moneyless!'
  • ? : I Don't Know! :: Breaking the Spiral of Silence
    Gautam Sharma- 'Do all of us have said, "Yes, Let's Ban the beauty contest in Manipur".'
  • Guilty men of 1949
    Yambem Laba- 'Bodhchandra was not forced to sign the merger agreement for he willingly signed it selling Manipur'
  • Indian People and Price Hike
    Barun Mayanglambam- 'Price hike (Inflation) is the talk of the day of the common people of our nation'
  • India Must Honour Its International Obligations On Real Freedom Of Religion
    John Dayal - 'Church was not active during the process of India's Universal Periodic Review at Geneva'
  • Submissiveness Of We Indians
    Maisnam Bomcha- 'We must thank our star Shantidas Gosain failed to sell caste system of Hinduism to people of Manipur'
  • Human Ancestors originated in Asia, not Africa : Discovery of Kangleipak - 40
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen - 'claims are based on Scientific findings, Vast Folklores, Traditions, Mythologies, etc'
  • The Puya and Cheitharol Kumbaba : Discovery of Kangleipak - 39
    Wangkhemcha Chingtamlen - 'findings further chaining already known concocted Cheitharol Kumbaba'
  • Social media: Boom or bane for the North East people
    Aribam Joy Sharma - 'Most of all know that the root cause of the ethnic violence in Assam... '
  • Drying the tails
    James Khangenbam- 'but the wait for peace becomes everyone's prayer fold '
  • Evolving with baby
    Raju Athokpam- 'Regarding nahutpa, without a consent from the child, it is unfair to leave a mark on his body .. '
  • Does The Child Get It's Due?
    Seram Neken - 'A commission to deal with protection of child rights is a must'
  • Education is the Talk of the Day in Manipur - India's Forgotten State
    Madhu Chandra- 'Though education is the talk of the day, it remains a challenge for the state of Manipur'
  • The Children of the Nature : Reporting the Ground Reality
    Dr. Ksh. Imokanta Singh- 'children of monsoon are tired of looking up to the sky trying to find some patches of clouds'
  • Cultural Attitude and Poor Interpersonal Relationship
    Margaret Gangte- 'In the overall poor profile of India, the majority of illiteracy and poverty are from the Gangetic plains'
  • The immature and dirty politics of NSUM
    Dr. Thohe Pou- 'NSUM should dissolve the Union immediately to avoid bringing more embarrassment in the future'
  • Again Look East policy: PM's visit to Myanmar
    E. Bijoykumar- 'How the North east can be seamlessly factored in remains a big question.
  • India's North East: Where does separatism stem from ?
    Ananya S Guha- Sudeep Chakravarti's acclaimed travelogue "Highway 39 Journeys through a Fractured Land"
  • Is the present India a Nation ?
    Kaka D Iralu- 'geo-political and legal structure of the present India has no roots in Indian soil, culture or history'
  • Kangla, the capital of Khaba Dynasty
    Khuraijam Jibankumar - 'Historians or state Govt seem to forget or didn't read literature Panthoibi Khongkul'
  • Do not let Loitam Richard die in vain
    M Bomcha - 'is it not an issue serious enough for doing something more than the JAC formed by the locality ?'
  • Why restaurants should (not) be closed down
    Dayanidhi Huidrom - 'Our society needs to be moved from orthodoxy to more rational and practical ones'
  • Illegal immigrant issue a threat to future survival
    Oken Jeet Sandham on the issue of illegal immigrants in Nagaland
  • Impact Measurement on India-China Conflict in Northeast Region of India
    Margaret Gangte- 'internal constitution of the NE people is however woven closer to mongoloid stock of South East Asia'
  • Hype on Patriotism versus Antithesis
    JC Sanasam- 'Manipur needs to metamorphose itself into such a visage to take the first step towards positive progress'
  • Is "Singh" a Misnomer to Meiteis? Not really, but...
    Sanjib Meitei - 'I will love to see Meiteis using their own Surname or Yek as last name.'
  • Manipur Civil Services Combined Competitive Examination is a complete mess
    Sujata Konjengbam - 'Recruitment of MCS officers has always been an episode to watch on'
  • Manipur has only "One-Problem": And the Problem is "No-Problem"
    P Vannoithang Hangmi - 'Let us change our Attitude towards one another in order to change Manipur'
  • MPSC Examination is a Fraud Examination
    Dr. M. James Singh - 'The MPSC's rule has changed many times with due time'
  • Do We Have It In Us ?
    Shiva Koijam - 'The only difference is true leader who wants to do something which we lacked unfortunately'
  • Manipur flounders through blockades
    Iboyaima Laithangbam - 'NHs which are lifelines had been degenerated to playgrounds of various groups'
  • Traffic congestion in Imphal: Who is to blame ?
    DS Hijam - 'It is the policy that matters, nothing else !'
  • Memory of a tragedy : A personal revisit to a failed attempt
    Bimol Akoijam says the the emergence of BT Road Flyover is a tragedy
  • Why do I love Korean Movies and admire Manipuris living in Bangladesh?
    Sanjib Meiteicha - 'Korean movies can do a good job for Manipuris in restoring their lost confidence at least'
  • Reliable historian is yet to be born for Chin+Kuki+Zo people
    Dr Joseph Suantak - ' let us re-think, re-examine/re-investigate our history'
  • Naga - Dimasa conflict
    Mithu Choudhury reports on the recent clash that happenned in June 2011
  • To the President of India on matter of Kabo Valley
    Waikhom Manimohon questions the President of India on why Kabo Valley was gifted to Burnese?
  • Pathetic condition of Regional Institute Of Medical Sciences (RIMS) Imphal
    Chetananda Kha-nganba complains about the workings of "Department of Radiodiagnosis" at RIMS
  • Banks in Manipur making the people of Manipur a joke
    Aryan Meitei says that Banks in Manipur are making fun of the people!
  • Defending Manipur: Beyond the Rhetoric of Khongjom Day
    A Bimol Akoijam on the hyprocrisy in getting employed as a teacher by the GOM
  • Best Job in the World that exists in Manipur
    drummer_simon on the hyprocrisy in getting employed as a teacher by the GOM
  • Is the people of Manipur happy?
    Mr.SS2010 - It will be a difficult one to answer simply as 'happy' or 'all right'
  • Speaking Truth to Burmam
    Aung Zaw on the desperate desire of the people of Burma to hear the truth told about their country
  • Creation of Sinlung Hills Autonomous District Council in Mizoram
    Elf Hmar feels that the government of Mizoram should act like a mature State...
  • Collective Angst of Imphalites
    Deepa Khomdram attempts to discern and understand � what ails our society today?
  • India's Look East Policy and Extinction of Manipuris
    Lt Col Laishram Lokendra(Retd) questions " "Are Meiteis destined to be doomed with India's LEP?"
  • Economic Blockade: Really Serving any Purpose?
    Martha J - This blockade should serve as a wakeup call for all of us
  • Who is responsible for the present condition of Manipur
    Gautam - I am afraid I would not be able to leave a safe & a prosperous Manipur
  • Whatever you say to others, you are saying to yourself
    G. Kanglei - 'our advice to others is often our advice to ourselves'
  • No Kidding
    Gautam - 'the only contribution has been to stay away from Manipur'
  • The Boundary Problem - A high agenda for the North-East
    Moirangcha Roshan - 'India's border management negligence in the past and present problems'
  • Greater Manipur
    Naosekpam Ajit Singh dreams of a Greater Manipur - Greater in Peace- Greater in Understanding
  • Manipur is a corrupt state
    Serene Laimayum on the myriad problems of Manipur
  • The Right Path to Salvation
    "theone lik" on bringing a solution to Manipur's conundrum
  • Our Beloved Manipur - What Have We Done !!?
    Sam Khumanthem / Oinam Khuman Ngakpa on the most inhospitable place in world.
  • NH-39: Life Line or Death Line?
    Peter ki - 'if poverty doesn't kill us, the dusty road will'
  • Alert! Child Trafficking has rooted in Manipur
    Premjit Laishangba - 'they are worse that the worst'
  • Rejoinder To Prof. N. Mohendro's Economic Self-reliance
    R.K. Birjit gives some hard facts on Ningthoukhong
  • Voice of the suppressed
    Lilika conveys everyone to shoulder "Collective Responsibilty"
  • Dark shadow of the past events
    Kambam Ibohal wonders what historians will write on Manipur today
  • Ukhrul's wait for viable banks
    Thanreingam Muivah looks for opening more banks in Ukhrul
  • BSNL's Poor Service: Satisfaction of Customers or the Provider ?
    Thanreingam Muivah on poor BSNL service at Ukhrul
  • Nagaland of my dream :: Part 1
    Jagdamba Mall on present-day Nagaland and his dream to change it
  • Nagaland of my dream :: Part 2
    Jagdamba Mall on present-day Nagaland and his dream to change it
  • Dirty Dancing
    Loya Maisnam rants on present day Manipur as "Dirty"
  • Awakened Youths Of Manipur
    shiva stellar asks your support to solve problem facing Manipur
  • Begging business
    Somchandra Nahakpam on the proliferation of beggars in Imphal
  • The recipe of bandh and blockade
    Yoihenba on the nuts and bolts of bandh in Manipur
  • Banning the Bomb
    Binalakshmi Nepram on a Historic Disarmament Treaty on Cluster Munitions
  • Live-in Relationship
    Chakpram Priyanka weighs in on this issue that is prevalent outside Manipur
  • C'mon we need our Smiles back
    Dessert Leelee espouses some reasons to get Manipur smiling
  • Reservation Blues
    Oken Jeet Sandham on the 25% job reservation in Nagaland
  • A Precious Spirit and Civilization
    supermale0072001 on thabal and on being 'westernized'
  • Open letter to parents and armed guardians of Manipuri culture
    Yumnam Devjit give a students' perspective on Banglore Thabal
  • Pilgrim's Un-Progress
    Lienzamang Gangte says Manipur is a 'piling unpaid rental'
  • Open the Door
    Sushitra urges you to contribute & be part of international community
  • Mohen Naorem's Musing
    A series of Opinions from Mohen Naorem
  • Manipur - Past, Present And Future - 1
    Govind's lists on why Manipur is in total collapse
  • Manipur - Past, Present And Future - 2
    Govind's lists on why Manipur is in total collapse
  • Manipur - Past, Present And Future - 3
    Govind's lists on why Manipur is in total collapse
  • The selfless side of Manipuri Diaspora
    The better & selfless side of the Manipuri Diaspora
  • Where are we heading for?
    M. Golmei gives a laundry list of problems in Manipur
  • How to read 1857 today
    Kadamfilms on the Relevance of 1857
  • Open letter to Ibobi Singh
    H. Lienzamang Gangte asks CM O. Ibobi "WHY"?
  • Tribal reservation in Manipur: A boon or a bane
    John H. Pulamte discusses the pros & cons of reservation.
  • Money power versus people power
    Thangkhanlal Ngaihte says it is people power that still rules
  • Khuga Dam: Reality check
    Thangkhanlal Ngaihte says it is a nightmare realised
  • The darkest area of the most backward district of Manipur
    Th Lalthuom Gangte says Tamenglong is!
  • Don't blame us
    Nongmaithem Meghanath on "our mentality and civilised mentalities gap"
  • Pathetic treatment towards Sanamahi
    S Pari Khuman ask Govt attention in the Sanamahi Temple
  • Of those who pass & those who failed
    Thangkhanlal Ngaihte offers some advice
  • Should Meitei belong to Minority community of India?
    Chengleima Laisom wants Meitei to be part of Minority Community
  • To cure a patient: Many suffer
    Irabanta Oinam delivers a scathing report on Manipur's Hospital.
  • Manipur as a centre of learning
    N. Arunkumar discuss the current education system in Manipur
  • Free yourself !
    Naoren Jiten wants freedom to achieve the objectives of humanity
  • Mizoram-In the Talibanization process :: Part 1
    Lalengzuol Hmar wonders if Mizoram is going the talibal way?
  • Mizoram-In the Talibanization process :: Part 2
    Lalengzuol Hmar wonders if Mizoram is going the talibal way?
  • Mizoram-In the Talibanization process :: Part 3
    Lalengzuol Hmar wonders if Mizoram is going the talibal way?
  • Can We Rewind?
    Mohammed Haidar asks "Will Sanaleipak be the same again?"
  • We are all Hypocrites
    Lenin Yangambam questions everyone on hyprocrisy
  • Rejoinnder - Meitei buddhist - I
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    Naorem Gajendra Singh on the dilemma of NE
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    Lal Dena on the alienation of North East India
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    Travails of Single South Indian men of conservative upbringing
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    Joykumar questions Manipur CM's 'Slum development Program'
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    Joykumar's vision of a new Manipur
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    Otojit Kshetrimayum on women power
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    Courtesy: Deepak Chabungbam
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    Courtesy: Kh Sashi Singh
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    Courtesy: Opendro Singh
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    Courtesy: Kini Yumnam
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