AR Rahman Unites India, Politics Divide It
The recent uproar over AR Rahman’s role in composing for Nitesh Tiwari’s epic Ramayana—coupled with his honest insights into communal biases affecting his Bollywood…
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Why Canada-China Thaw is A Wake-Up Call for US’s Fading Grip on the World
The recent meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese President Xi Jinping on January 16, 2026, wasn’t just a diplomatic handshake—it was…
Sangai Festival Must Not Be Silenced: A Call for Cultural Resilience, Economic Revival, and Inclusive Rehabilitation
The Sangai Festival stands as one of the most resplendent manifestations of Manipur’s civilizational heritage, encapsulating the state’s intricate mosaic of traditions, arts, and…
Digital India’s Shadow Side: Cyberbullying, Online Harassment, and the Silent Mental Health Crisis Among Youth
India’s digital revolution has connected millions, changing how people communicate, express opinions, and build social networks. For the youth, digital platforms have become spaces…
Echoes of the Conflict Volume 2: Youth in Silent Suffering — Depression’s Deep Wounds Amid Manipur’s Unrest
Since May 3rd, 2023, a violent conflict broke out in Manipur between two communities, marking one of the darkest periods in the state’s recent…
Healing Minds, Saving Lives: Manipur Calls on Suicide Prevention Day
After two prolonged years of violence in Manipur, an alarming rise in suicide cases among the youth has emerged as a silent crisis. Many…
Echoes of Conflict: PTSD and the Mental Health Crisis in Manipur
Since May 3rd, 2023, Manipur has been caught in a violent conflict that has displaced thousands of people, destroyed homes, and shaken the very…
Langdai Ama: A Fragile Portrait of Family, Culture, and Creative Aspiration
Langdai Ama, written and directed by Binoranjan Oinam, is a 2024 Manipuri film that aspires to tell a deeply personal and culturally rooted story…
SPACED OUT – Panthung Di Kadaaida!, is a Slow-Burning Portrait of a Boy Unraveling
“Call me heartless. Call me inhumane. But the truth is—I’ve felt every bit of your love deep inside. My life is stuck between what’s…
Meet Laishram Mema: One of the Oldest Street Vendors in Ima Keithel
In the heart of Imphal, near the entrance of Ngari Gali, you’ll find a remarkable 87-year-old widow, Laishram Ningol Khumukcham ongbi Mema, affectionately known…
Creating Paths to Success: The Inspiring Journey of Meitram Punshiba Meitei
In the quaint village of Nongpok Sanjenbam, situated in the heart of Manipur’s Imphal East District, a tale of determination and resilience unfolds. Meitram…
Exploring the Impact of Ranbir Thouna’s ‘Thawaai’ Song in Difficult Times
In these trying times, the prolonged exposure to an unresolved conflict has taken away the beauty and joy from our lives. Anxiety, restlessness, and…