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Yaoshang and Dance of Democracy loom The lingering echo of the crying Mother

Takhellambam NepolinIn the picturesque land of Manipur, as the vibrant festival of colours, Yaoshang and the grand celebration of democracy approach, the season is filled with anticipation and joy. Despite this season of festivity, the people of Manipur r..

Brushing for twoHow your oral health affects your pregnancy and your unborn Baby

Ratna YumkhamDuring this extraordinary time of gestation, moms-to-be experience a heightened sense of responsibility that goes beyond self and often leads to elevated consciousness of their health. Oral care should be considered a part of ante-natal check..

Two faces of Holi

Kajal Chatterjee Babulal Sau. A 60-something person of Bihar origin. In our college hostel, only lunch and dinner were served. No provision for breakfast. So we had to frequent the small eateries nearby for breakfast and snacks.A group including myself us..

Building bridges with books : Parraypora's Educational Odyssey

Aubaid Ahmad AkhoonContd from previous issueThe importance of books is deeply rooted in various aspects of life. The Qur'an itself introduces as "Al-Kitab," highlighting the significance of awareness towards knowledge.Global Perspective on Reading and Kno..

Analysing Manipur’s political landscape Trends, alliances, and challenges in the general elections

YENNINGThe Indian Parliament operates as a bicameral institution with two houses: Lok Sabha (lower House) and Rajya Sabha (upper House). The Lok Sabha serves as the primary chamber, representing the entire populace of India, with members elected through u..

It is not natural disasters but manmade barriers that block access to TB care

Shobha Shukla, Bobby Ramakant– CNSContd from previous issueWhat works really well in the Global North may not work well in the South. Health technologies conceived, designed, and manufactured in the Global North, and funded mostly by the Global Nort..

Bharat needs a strong ‘India’

Free ThinkerIn a democracy if the Opposition is weak it is the bounden duty of the Government and citizens to strengthen it. When the Ruling is mighty the enjoyment of democracy remains lukewarm. If the Government machinery is too strong you can’t p..

Choosing ITI as a campus after X

Ranjan K BaruahIn our last edition we published about choosing the right streams or careers after Class X. This time we shall write about an option which can lead us towards employment easily even without having graduation or post graduation. We are talki..

Micro-livestock for livelihoods : A new outlook for NE States

Dr Abhishek PaulOne of the great challenges currently posing us is how to feed an estimated 9 billion people by the year 2050 world-wide, 40% more than presently inhabiting the planet, even more formidable is the challenge to achieve this without damaging..

Water is the most precious gift of God

N Munal MeiteiWater scarcity leads to every global problems right from food shortage, economy, international peace and even civil unrest. Almost 50%, ie around 4 billion people-live under highly water-stressed conditions for at least one month of the year..

It is not natural disasters but manmade barriers that block access to TB care

Shobha Shukla, Bobby Ramakant– CNSIt is not natural disasters (like hurricanes or storms) which block access to TB care services most times, but manmade barriers that fuel injustices, inequities, greed, and risk factors that put people at risk of TB..

Building bridges with books : Parraypora's Educational Odyssey

Aubaid Ahmad AkhoonContd from previous issueThe Transformative Power of BooksReading transports individuals to imaginary places, ignites curiosity, and expands perspectives. A voracious reader values books over anything else, considering them as treasures..

The sweet elixir of life : Unveiling the medicinal benefits of honey

Sivakumar Vijayaraghavalu (PhD)Honey, a golden elixir produced by bees from the nectar of flowers, has been revered across civilizations for millennia, not just as a sweetener but as a potent medicine. Its therapeutic virtues, documented in ancient texts ..

Tips to play safe Holi

Shahnaz HusainThe most awaited summer festival is upon us !Holi is here and the excitement is at an all-time high because of all the fun that comes along with it. Holi holds a special place in everyone’s heart.The sacred festival brings an opportuni..

Unprecedented transformation of railway stations

DJ NarainContd from previous issueThe Centre has now drawn out an ambitious plan for transforming more than 1300 railway stations in the country as ‘Amrit Bharat Stations’.The mission got a fillip, when in August 2023, Prime Minister, Shri Nar..

Building bridges with books : Parraypora's Educational Odyssey

Aubaid Ahmad AkhoonContd from previous issueInvestment in Education for Generations to ComeIn conclusion, Parraypora and its adjoining areas, with their rich educational landscape, are primed for the establishment of a public library. This endeavor requir..

Election fever in Manipur: The pulse of politics amidst conflict

Takhellambam NepolinElection, the grandest festival of democracy, stands as a beacon of hope amidst the complexities of conflict and uncertainty. As the forthcoming Lok Sabha election 2024 casts its shadow over Manipur, it heralds a pivotal moment in the ..

Forest is the most important vital organ of the Earth

N Munal MeiteiInternational Day of Forests is celebrated on 21st of March since 2012 to increase public awareness about the values, significance and contributions of forests for existence of life on the earth.Forest is the lungs of the Earth. Forests are ..

Ups and downs of power politics in Bihar - I

Prabhat KishoreContd from previous issueMandal formed the Government with the support of the Congress.The Congress was not convenient  in  supporting a backward  Chief  Minister. To topple Mandal Government,  a break up in Congres..

Unprecedented transformation of railway stations

DJ NarainRailway stations in India have been an integral part of memories of almost every individual of the Nation. They also are vital symbol of not only the state of infrastructure and transport cum travel logistics of the nation but an important elemen..

Building bridges with books : Parraypora's Educational Odyssey

Aubaid Ahmad AkhoonContd from previous issueBy designating suitable land for a public library in Parraypora, the authorities can significantly contribute to the educational infrastructure of the area. This initiative not only addresses the immediate need ..

Supportive interventions and academic expectations during exam time

Prof Saroj Sharma Chairperson, NIOS and Dr Sunita J Kathuria Consultant (Reasearch and Evaluation), NIOSA significant number of children who prepare for their exams, particularly the board exams, experience anxiety and stress related to their academic per..

20th March is the International Day of Happiness Be happy and spread happiness

Ranjan K BaruahThere may be different definitions of happiness or being happy. No one may exactly define what happiness means, as definition may vary from person to person and community to community. It is a positive and pleasant emotion, ranging from con..

Ups and downs of power politics in Bihar - I

Prabhat KishoreAfter the independence of India, Bihar has witnessed ups and downs of various political parties as well as leaders. In the pre-Mandal era, ie before 1990,  power politics was dominated by the Congress Party as a political institution a..

Scholarly Strides : A decade of development of higher education in India

Prof Himanshu Rai (Director, IIM Indore)Contd from previous issueUniversities embraced curriculum revisions, introducing flexible credit systems, choice-based cour-ses, and industry-aligned specializations. Collaborative research initiatives with leading ..

Building bridges with books : Parraypora's Educational Odyssey

Aubaid Ahmad AkhoonContd from previous issueHowever, the absence of a public library creates a gap in the learning ecosystem. Students, despite their dedication to studies, face challenges in accessing diverse resources beyond their specific courses.The R..

How Holi affects our mood and mental health, the science behind Holi colors

Vijay GarGHold on to your water guns and get ready to throw some colours because it's time to talk about the science behind HOLI ! For those who don't know, Holi is the Indian festival of colours where people get together to smear each other with all sort..

Scholarly Strides : A decade of development of higher education in India

Prof Himanshu Rai (Director, IIM Indore)“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”- Nelson MandelaIntroductionIn the tapestry of India’s progress, the past decade has been a vibrant thread, weaving a s..

Manipur on the brink: Arrests threaten fragile ceasefire

Dipak KurmiManipur, a State that has seen its fair share of unrest and conflict, finds itself once again teetering on the edge of instability. As tensions mount, a 48-hour general strike has gripped the region, sparked by the controversial arrest of three..

Journey of a TB survivor from pain to strength

Shobha Shukla, Kalpana Acharya Contd from previous issueVerbal screening for TB symptoms is not enough to find all TB in high burden settingsIn Nepal, the National TB prevalence survey 2018-2019 had found that over 70% of people with TB were asymptomatic ..

Building bridges with books : Parraypora's Educational Odyssey

Aubaid Ahmad AkhoonIn the modern era, despite the plethora of available resources, the everlasting importance of books continues to grow. Books serve as gateways to imagination, with each reader living a thousand lives before their own ends. The world bel..

21st March - A special day for Forest

Yengkhom Devajit, Dr Robert Panmei, Dr Salam Dilip and Dr RS LoushambamEvery year, the 21st of March is celebrated as ‘International Day of Forest’. The International Day of Forest is being observed as a global effort to promote awareness abou..

Demand for ST status by Meiteis and illegal migrants from Myanmar as reasons behind conflict in Manipur

Oinam Nabakishore Singh, IAS (Retd)Since the violence erupted on the 3rd May, 2023 in Manipur, different reasons have been cited by many important people in positions of authority, civil society organizations, media, academics, and individuals. Since the ..

Journey of a TB survivor from pain to strength

Shobha Shukla, Kalpana Acharya Contd from previous issueIt became all the more difficult for me to go through these side effects of TB treatment as at that time I was living all by myself in a hostel - far away from my family and parents. My studies suffe..

The incalculable value of wildlife

Ranjan K BaruahContd from previous issueOne may choose to study science stream after senior secondary and choose different courses to be engaged in the field of wildlife. One of the options is studying Veterinary Science and becoming a doctor and contribu..

The absence of refugee laws is fuelling ethnic tensions in Manipur

RK SanayaimaBy the end of 2023, the ethnic violence in Manipur had taken a significant toll, leading to the loss of over 200 lives and the displacement of nearly 60,000 individuals. Against the backdrop of ongoing turmoil in Manipur, a significant deficie..

Electoral bonds and Mr Bond

Free ThinkerAs per the latest info available in public space the booty of electoral bonds went–approximately 50% to the Ruling and another 50% to the Opposition (though fragmented). That means our rich responsible citizens are doing justice to the B..

Green skills for sustainable world

Ranjan K BaruahAll of us want development and all Governments focus on development. There are many skill training programmes to train young people so that they can get decent jobs or become self-employed. We must know that the transition to a low-carbon, ..

Promises of true love

Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon"Love is not just a feeling, it's a symphony that resonates with the essence of existence." Aubaid AhmadIn the garden of the heart, where petals of emotion unfurl, love dances as a timeless melody, weaving threads of connection that tra..

Journey of a TB survivor from pain to strength

Shobha Shukla, Kalpana Acharya Immortal words of Leonard Cohen, “there is a crack in everything, that is how A person standing in front of a computer screenDescription automatically generatedthe light gets in,” best sum up the transformative j..

Innovation : A review

Anand LaishramAnyone who has been paying attention to the news, especially business news, or tech news, whether in the form of newspapers or online articles or videos etc., will have heard the term “innovation” being used quite frequently.Even..

A call to first time voter youths

Neeraj ChopraSportspersons serve the Nation through their dedication, perseverance, and teamwork. It is both a privilege and a responsibility to wear the National colours, whether at home or abroad. But as sportspersons, and young Indians, a part of the w..

Stress, anxiety and depresion among adolescents due to the ethnic clash in Manipur

Vidula Abhyankar (under the guidance of Dr Sumaila Parveen, Prof Dept of Psychology, LPU)Contd from previous issueOBJECTIVESAs the ethnic clashes continue still, one of the most affected groups are students studying in classes from IX-XII. Since most of t..

The incalculable value of wildlife

Ranjan K BaruahContd from previous issueWhile technological advancements have significantly improved various aspects of wildlife conservation, including research, communication, tracking, and DNA analysis, challenges such as uneven access, environmental p..

Stress, anxiety and depresion among adolescents due to the ethnic clash in Manipur

Vidula Abhyankar (under the guidance of Dr Sumaila Parveen, Prof Dept of Psychology, LPU)INTRODUCTIONEveryone experiences stress to some degree. The way we respond to stress, however, makes a big difference to our overall well-being. Stress can be defined..

Beauty benefits of lemon

Shahnaz HusainIf you are frustrated over high cost of  beauty parlous and  dermatologist in treating skin and hair beauty  problems than all you need to do is to squeeze out some fresh lemon juice from your own kitchen and drink lemon water..

Agribusiness and food processing in North East

Subhas BhatacharjeeNorth Eastern States are small and are in the developing stage which have a long way to go in economic development and trade. Region contributes three per cent of India's gross domestic product. Barely one per cent of the region's agri-..

The incalculable value of wildlife

Ranjan K BaruahContd from previous issueAt the same time, the Day reminds us of the urgent need to step up the fight against wildlife crime and human-induced reduction of species, which have wide-ranging economic, environmental and social impacts. WWD 202..

Kangpokpi, a safe haven for immigrants and its rampant growth

Diphiu PrinmaiIt was William McCulloch, the British Political Agent in Manipur who resettled the Kukis in 1840s in the ancestral lands of the Nagas to create his infamous ‘buffer zone’ as a policy to contain any resistance by pitching the Kuki..

Rivers and life on planet Earth

N Munal MeiteiInternational Day of Action for Rivers is observed on March 14 every year since 1997. This day is for the life of people, animal, the river and the water itself. The day aims to draw attention to the threats faced by the rivers, such as poll..