Voices

By S.J. Meetei  Numerous individuals might have assumed that the turmoil in Manipur was set ablaze on May  3, 2023. Nonetheless, the reality is that this has been an extensive and meticulous scheme carried out by a specialist. Similar to...

By: S. J. Meetei The turmoil in Manipur has persisted for almost four months now, with little sign of recovery on the horizon. The delay in witnessing signs of improvement can be attributed to the numerous propaganda efforts or victim...

“At the end of the day, it’s truism…,” is what one often hears Karan Thapar saying every time when one turns to YouTube to watch his current ‘reporting’ on violent ethnic clashes in Manipur. No doubt, he is probably...

By: S. J. Meetei Prior to its merger with the Union of India in 1949, Manipur existed as an independent nation, boasting a well-documented cultural heritage spanning thousands of years. The roots of Manipur's rich culture can be traced back...

By B Nandakumar SharmaThe Kukis have occupied sizable territories in Manipur which earlier belonged to other ethnic communities especially the Nagas, Meiteis and other smaller groups either by coercing or intimidation and sometimes by using force. The Nagas (Kuki-Naga clashes...

By: S. J. MeeteiNestled along the border of India and Myanmar, Moreh emerges as a town of profound historical significance within the Indian state of Manipur. Even in recent decades, particularly during the 1990s, Moreh earned the reputation of...

By A Romen Kumar SinghPart-I "You can not teach democracy to the tribal people; you have to learn democratic ways from them. They are the most democratic people on earth. What my people require is not adequate safeguards....

By Delhi Manipur SocietyMyth of the violence: What's generally perceived?In the aftermath of the May violence in Manipur, several narratives are in circulation. Several intellectuals and civil society organisations with vested interests have fabricated various narratives in the...

The US Secretary of Commerce, Gina Raimondo, visited India in March as part of strengthening the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and developing inclusive and fair trade and investment policies. During the visit, the two countries held the 5th...

David Bergman's “independent journalism" or "social activism" ends when it comes to Bangladesh. Here he is Jamai (son-in-law) par excellence, thoroughly wedded to promote the cause of his papa-in-law Dr Kamal Hossain and wife Sarah. Both Dr Hossain and...