Category Archives: Features

HokSa: It’s ‘Pork O’clock’

Posted on July 24, 2021 - 11:49am by Themreichon Leisan
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In the main lane of Nagaram Block A, a picturesque shop that reads “HokSa” stands eminent, making every pork lover peep into the shop like a natural reflex. HokSa’s signature Tāngkhul pork is succulent that radiates just the right amount of … Continue reading →

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Indian tennis sensation Jennifer Luikham shares her Grand Slam ambitions; Believes Tangkhuls can excel in the sport

Posted on July 23, 2021 - 5:29pm by UT Desk
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When Leander Peas became the first Indian to win a solo Olympic medal at the Atlanta games in 1996, lawn tennis was a sport that struck chords with only a few Indians at that time. Today, the same can be … Continue reading →

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SAM Group launches Sam Food Court in Ukhrul Town

Posted on July 21, 2021 - 10:48pm by UT Desk
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Paid Advertisement SAM Group has launched a brand new food outlet named, Sam Food Court offering varied variety of cuisines ranging from Continental Chinese, to Naga and rich Indian flavours. The company in a statement said, while their tea experience … Continue reading →

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Missing Football? These Baby League Photos and Stories will Definitely Cheer you Up!

Posted on July 21, 2021 - 10:37am by UT Desk
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For any football fan, the two months of off-season often feels like an eternity. This year, the action from Euro 2020 at least saved us a month of life without football but now that it is done and dusted, we’re … Continue reading →

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FACTS, NOT FEAR, CAN STOP THE SPREAD OF COVID-19

Posted on July 18, 2021 - 10:56am by UT Desk
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People who have just returned from hospital or Covid care centre have yet another problem to deal with back home. Despite being tested negative and having isolated for another two weeks, they are being stigmatized by people around them. They … Continue reading →

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Ningshimyao Pearl urges younger generation to preserve and promote Tangkhul Language, and its rich cultural heritage

Posted on June 27, 2021 - 1:32pm by UT Desk
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Asserting the rich and vibrant cultural heritage passed down from forefathers, known cultural activist, Ningshimyao Pearl urged youngsters how Tangkhul being taught till class 12 and one MIL at college level is inadequate and why introducing honours degree in Tangkhul … Continue reading →

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Chan Chan Hongchui releases her debut poetry book ‘How Many More Indian Daughters?’

Posted on June 20, 2021 - 11:32am by UT Desk
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Chan Chan Hongchui, a graduate from Miranda House Delhi University has released her first poetry book titled ‘How Many Indian Daughters?’. Her debut book is a collection of prose and poetry on rape, sexual harassment, and physical abuse. Here’s a … Continue reading →

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Manipur Youth Educating The Elderly In Indo-Myanmar Border

Posted on June 14, 2021 - 3:31pm by UT/NET News Desk
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With 100 households, about 40 km from Kamjong district headquarters and 150 km from Imphal with over 100 households is Chatric Kullen Village. During the Covid-19 pandemic, it is witnessing a silent revolution in elderly education. Miraculously, the village along … Continue reading →

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From Classrooms to Boardrooms: A Naga’s Incredible Journey in the USA

Posted on June 14, 2021 - 2:41pm by UT Desk
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For those who have viewed Tiajungla Dominica Jamir’s viral clip of her inspiring, globally-streamed commencement speech, spotlighting Nagaland, on YouTube, she needs no introduction. Jamir was selected as the only Indian graduate orator by the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) for … Continue reading →

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A rare Elphinstonians’ poignant tribute to a friendship of 39 years

Posted on June 12, 2021 - 12:40pm by UT Desk
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“The dead are not dead if we have loved them truly. In our own lives we can give them a kind of immortality.” – Felix Adler Many Elphinstonians would want to know. I met Phungton Shaiza (Shaiza – to most … Continue reading →

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