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Myanmar nationals as Indian citizens: Fueling separatism and ethnic divide in Manipur

Myanmar nationals as Indian citizens: Fueling separatism and ethnic divide in Manipur

Apr 21, 2025

Myanmar nationals in Manipur are at the center of ethnic tensions and separatist movements. Historical and recent events highlight the challenges faced by the Indian government in maintaining sovereignty.

Education we deserve vs. Education we get

Education we deserve vs. Education we get

Apr 21, 2025

India's education system is under scrutiny for its gaps in infrastructure, teaching quality, and curriculum relevance. Addressing these issues is crucial for student success.

How past ideologies continue to shape modern politics

How past ideologies continue to shape modern politics

Apr 19, 2025

Political ideologies are shaped by history and human struggle. In India, these ideologies influence today's policies and protests, reflecting both global and local currents.

Reimagining teacher's training in Assam’s government schools: Addressing shortfalls with digital solutions

Reimagining teacher's training in Assam’s government schools: Addressing shortfalls with digital solutions

Apr 19, 2025

Assam's government school teachers struggle with outdated training systems, affecting education quality. A Learning Management System (LMS) could offer a solution by providing consistent, trackable, and interactive training.

The Assam Model of Averting Street Protests

The Assam Model of Averting Street Protests

Apr 18, 2025

Assam’s neighbouring state West Bengal is burning again. The fire started all over again on quite expected lines immediately after the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 was passed in the Lok Sabha on April 3.

Roots that heal: Enduring power of Garo Hills' Achik medicine in contemporary times

Roots that heal: Enduring power of Garo Hills' Achik medicine in contemporary times

Apr 18, 2025

Achik medicine, a healing tradition of the Garo tribe, thrives amidst modern medical advances. A study reveals its effectiveness and accessibility, highlighting the need for policy support.

Manipur’s fragile peace talks: Unchecked CSOs and armed groups hold the people hostage

Manipur’s fragile peace talks: Unchecked CSOs and armed groups hold the people hostage

Apr 17, 2025

President’s Rule has failed to restore law and order, leaving the Governor as a bystander. The state’s refusal to address Kuki protests barring Meiteis from Thangjing Hills for religious ceremonies exemplifies this inertia. The incident, where indigenous Meiteis were denied access to a sacred site, fueled perceptions of bias, with Kuki-Zo CSOs—potentially backed by non-indigenous elements—asserting control.

Elite education, growth of inequality and Artificial Intelligence in the current century

Elite education, growth of inequality and Artificial Intelligence in the current century

Apr 11, 2025

AI in elite education offers personalised learning but risks widening inequality. Access and regulation are key in India.

Sacred Bites: The Rituals and Science of Food Offerings to the Divine

Sacred Bites: The Rituals and Science of Food Offerings to the Divine

Apr 11, 2025

Modern lifestyles have significantly transformed our connection with food. In busy urban environments, it is prevalent to observe folks consuming food while walking, commuting, or working late into the night.

The Sacred Hills Denied: Meitei’s Fight for Their Ancestral Gods

The Sacred Hills Denied: Meitei’s Fight for Their Ancestral Gods

Apr 04, 2025

Kailash Yatra resumes in 2025, while Meitei sacred sites in Manipur remain inaccessible due to ethnic conflicts. The Meitei community faces cultural erosion as legal and human barriers prevent access to their spiritual mountains.

Mr Chief Minister, why do you now need police to silence your critics?

Mr Chief Minister, why do you now need police to silence your critics?

Mar 26, 2025

Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma has long been a master of disarming or outmanoeuvring critics and opponents through sheer political acumen and powerful public persuasion. He has never needed the police to fight his battles. The use of state machinery only lends weight to his critics and what they say or do.

Reclaiming Governance in Manipur: Supreme Court’s Delimitation Directive as a Political Lifeline

Reclaiming Governance in Manipur: Supreme Court’s Delimitation Directive as a Political Lifeline

Mar 26, 2025

The Supreme Court has instructed the Election Commission to speed up the delimitation process in Manipur. This move is crucial for fair representation in the state's legislative assembly

From Meghalaya to France: The Untold Story of the Garo Labour Corps

From Meghalaya to France: The Untold Story of the Garo Labour Corps

Mar 20, 2025

Buried in the pages of forgotten history, the Garo Labour Corps' sacrifice in World War I remains largely unknown. They left the hills of Meghalaya for the battlefields of France, not as soldiers, but as the backbone of the Allied war effort. Their sweat and toil built roads, transported supplies, and sustained the war machinery. Yet, history has largely forgotten their sacrifice, and today, the fight to honour their legacy unfolds not on foreign soil, but in their own homeland.

Mining’s dark legacy: Will Assam and Meghalaya rewrite the future?

Mining’s dark legacy: Will Assam and Meghalaya rewrite the future?

Mar 19, 2025

Coal mining was banned, but never truly stopped. With legal mines opening, can Assam and Meghalaya move forward the right way?"

Hungary’s Bold Bet on Motherhood: A Game Changer or a Warning for India?

Hungary’s Bold Bet on Motherhood: A Game Changer or a Warning for India?

Mar 18, 2025

Hungary's birth rate policies prompt debate in India. Could similar measures work here?

Elections or Illusions: Who Really Holds Power in Bangladesh?

Elections or Illusions: Who Really Holds Power in Bangladesh?

Mar 18, 2025

As Bangladesh approaches its general elections, questions arise about the authenticity of the democratic process.

From Rulers to Refugees: The Meitei Journey of Struggle and Betrayal Through Constitutional Missteps

From Rulers to Refugees: The Meitei Journey of Struggle and Betrayal Through Constitutional Missteps

Mar 18, 2025

The prowess of the Meitei people astounded the British, compelling them to form an alliance with Manipur to counter the Burmese kingdom, subdue hostile tribes in the Naga and Lushai Hills, and tackle marauding robbers around the Chittagong Hill Tracts bordering North Cachar Hills and Tripura Hills.

Vaishno Devi shrine: A place of spiritual convergence of Hindus and Muslims

Vaishno Devi shrine: A place of spiritual convergence of Hindus and Muslims

Mar 16, 2025

The Vaishno Devi shrine is a beacon of unity and inclusivity, attracting millions of devotees annually. It exemplifies harmony between Hindus and Muslims, transcending societal divisions.

Assam - A new growth engine of India

Assam - A new growth engine of India

Mar 06, 2025

Assam is witnessing a remarkable economic transformation, moving from its traditional tea and oil sectors to semiconductor and electronics industries. Significant investments and policy initiatives are driving this change, promising a bright future for the state.

Meghalaya expands agricultural investments, but structural challenges persist  

Meghalaya expands agricultural investments, but structural challenges persist  

Mar 06, 2025

Meghalaya enhances agricultural investments to boost the agrarian economy, focusing on sustainability and productivity. Structural issues like infrastructure and market access remain challenges

Meghalaya’s big push for arts, startups, and education: Will it create sustainable jobs?

Meghalaya’s big push for arts, startups, and education: Will it create sustainable jobs?

Mar 06, 2025

With Rs 3,654 crore allocated for education, Rs 70 crore for entrepreneurship programmes, and Rs 35 crore for creative industries, the government hopes to create a skilled and self-sustaining workforce. However, challenges remain in ensuring that these investments translate into long-term employment opportunities.