Weaving Amidst Mourning: A Quiet Revolution in Churachandpur
May 09, 2025In Kuki-Zo culture, weaving isn’t just economic—it’s spiritual. Patterns passed from mother to daughter carry identity, history, and healing. “Our woven pieces hold stories,” Jessica says. “They keep us connected, especially when the world around us changes so fast.”
Illicit Tobacco Trade in India: How big is the problem, and what should be done?
May 08, 2025Illicit tobacco trade undermines health and revenue in India. Stronger enforcement and technology are key to tackling the issue.
"Ek Chutki Sindoor Ki Keemat Tum Kya Jaano" India's Thunderous Reply to Terror
May 07, 2025The image of a young bride, her hands trembling, crying not for herself but for the sindoor washed away in blood, will remain etched in the collective memory of India. It wasn’t just the loss of her husband—it was the desecration of a sacred bond.
Why some Kuki-Zo MLAs and CSOs fear N Biren Singh’s return to power?
May 06, 2025The ongoing crisis in Manipur is often misrepresented as an ethnic conflict between the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities, but this framing ignores deeper systemic issues. Former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has consistently argued that the real battle is against illegal immigration, drug trafficking, deforestation, and poppy cultivation—forces that threaten the state’s social fabric, environmental stability, and governance.
In Modi’s India, is Secularism a Scarlet Letter?
May 05, 2025In the Indian context, secularism does not mean the absence of religion, it means the equal treatment of all religions by the state. The Constitution guarantees all citizens the right to freely profess, practice, and propagate their faith, and it bars the state from favoring or discriminating against any religion.
Paradise or the land of terror? Unmasking the other side of the Kashmir valley
May 03, 2025Kashmir, a land of stunning beauty, is marred by decades of conflict. The April 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam highlights ongoing tensions.
Chowna Mein and the Rebirth of Sangken
May 01, 2025What sets Namsai’s Sangken apart is its scale — it effortlessly retains the intimacy of a village ritual while welcoming hundreds from across Arunachal, Assam, and even Southeast Asia. The grandeur of the Golden Pagoda provides a majestic stage for a celebration that feels both timeless and timely.
Why Do Buffer Zones Persist Longer in the Kuki-Meitei Areas, Was It Deliberate Separation?
May 01, 2025Since May 2023, Manipur has been torn apart by buffer zones that segregate the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities, creating India’s most protracted man-made territorial division in recent history.
They came to destroy, we chose to endure: Unheard Hindu voices in J&K
Apr 30, 2025Unheard Hindu voices in Jammu and Kashmir, who have endured amidst decades of conflict. Their stories highlight personal sufferings and the ongoing struggle for peace in the region.
Innocents bleed while the ignorant preach: The true victims of terrorism
Apr 27, 2025The recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam is among the deadliest on civilians since the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. But this particular assault wasn’t only about indiscriminate killing—it was chillingly targeted.
In the wake of Pahalgam tragedy: A child’s voice, a nation’s silence
Apr 26, 2025In a tragedy that claimed the lives of 28 innocent civilians in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, once deemed “mini Switzerland” for its surreal beauty, India was reminded, once again, of the perilous undercurrent that runs beneath the surface of peace in Kashmir.
‘Kalima as Passcode or Die’ – Where Is Islam Heading?
Apr 25, 2025"La ilaha illallah Muhammadur Rasulullah" — There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the messenger of Allah — is the First Kalima (Kalima Tayyib) in Islam.
Myanmar nationals as Indian citizens: Fueling separatism and ethnic divide in Manipur
Apr 21, 2025Myanmar 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
Apr 21, 2025India'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
Apr 19, 2025Political 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
Apr 19, 2025Assam'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
Apr 18, 2025Assam’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
Apr 18, 2025Achik 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
Apr 17, 2025President’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
Apr 11, 2025AI 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
Apr 11, 2025Modern 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.
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