Category Archives: Opinion

Understanding the ‘Indo-Naga’ peace talks

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OVER SEVEN years ago, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a promising statement, “Today we marked not merely the end of the problem, but the beginning of a new future. We will not only try to heal wounds and resolve the … Continue reading →

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Ruffians and their version of street power: Khurakki Eena Lai Saba

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THOSE WHO believe in the existence of the socio-political reality called Manipur and who stand by its integrity-territorially, administratively, socially and politically need to be very, very cautious and careful while dealing with the present crisis. Cultivate friends at the … Continue reading →

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Education in Crisis: an aftermath of the Manipur conflict

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At a time when we had begun to re-imagine a fresh start after the pandemic and a lengthy 2-year lockdown on children’s education here in Manipur, we have been hit by another totally unexpected crisis. Since 3rd May, children’s lives have … Continue reading →

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NDPP rises while NPF falls in Nagaland politics

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VOTERS IN the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly were seen maintaining the status quo. In the 60-member Nagaland Assembly, the BJP-NDPP was able to hold onto power by capturing 37 seats. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won 12 seats, compared to … Continue reading →

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Work of 3Gs in the age of 5G of the internet: Google, Government and Governance in Manipur

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NEEDLESS TO SAY, “Minimum government, Maximum governance” is the oft-repeated liberal governing principle of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the Centre and its ruled states across the country. I would like to paraphrase the maxim commensurably as ‘minimum interference, … Continue reading →

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Academic crisis at Dhanamanjuri University

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HIGHER EDUCATION plays a vital role in shaping the future of individuals and societies. Recognizing the significance of higher education in fostering critical thinking and nurturing responsible citizens is a must. Dhanamanjuri University was established under “The Dhanamanjuri University Act, … Continue reading →

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Government has to rethink its vigilance on the ‘Popgee’ case in good faith

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2023 IS RISEN! The first two months of the new year have notoriously witnessed two infamous, tectonic incidents in the state of Manipur in a quick succession. The last week(s) of January saw the introduction of a policing/surveillance system as … Continue reading →

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Coping with a dyslexic son

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Tuisem Ngakang                                                                                         OCTOBER IS commemorated as dyslexia awareness month, first adopted by International Dyslexia Association (IDA in 2002), a non-profit education and advocacy organization, based in the United States.  One research source estimated that 5–10% of the worldwide population is … Continue reading →

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The Christian Roots of India’s Independence: The Untold Story

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THIS YEAR MARKS the 75th anniversary of India’s independence from British rule. India gained her independence from the British Raj after nearly 200 years of its dominion. Yet paradoxically, it was the British rule that paved the way for India’s … Continue reading →

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The legend of Mount Koubru

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THE INDIGENOUS Liangmai people were the first settlers on the Koubru Mountain, located in present-day Kangpokpi district at an elevation of 2,562 metres above the sea level. As per historical chronology, the Liangmai indigenous settlement on the Koubru Range occurred … Continue reading →

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