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The ripple effect: Myanmar military coup of 2021 and its impact on Manipur and Mizoram

Laithangbam Kumarsanu SinghMyanmar’s geopolitical importance stems from its strategic location, rich natural resources, and its role as a crossroad between South and Southeast Asia. The military coup in 2021 significantly impacted the country’..

International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Dr. Kshetrimayum Kala SinghTheme: “United in action to rescue and achieve the sustainable Development Goals for, with and by persons with disabilities”“A man is not Poor Without a rupee but a man is really poor without a dream and ambiti..

Why diabetics suffer more stroke and attacks of paralysis ?

Dr KK PandeyQuite frequently you would have overheard people talking about either their fathers or elder brothers who had suffered from strokes and had been confined to bed since then. They did have diabetes and blood pressure problems, even though withou..

Adoption: A wise couple’s choice

Dr Ashwini SirapanasettyContd from last Saturday· Any prospective adoptive parents, irrespective of their marital status and whether or not they have biological son or daughter, can adopt a child subject to following, namely:-· The consent of bo..

Naval chronicles from the past

S BalakrishnanA Century-old 1924 Gazette on “Marine Fund”Exactly 100 years back, a welfare fund was created for the men of the Indian army and marine force by the British government. I stumbled on this archival document (Gazette) while scannin..

Airport UFO hazily identified

Free ThinkerOur Bir Tikendrajit International Airport (please don’t go by the name – it has no international flights) was in the news a few days back. In fact, we were really happy to hear the news that one UFO appeared just above the Imphal A..

Dr Rajendra Prasad: Gems of modern India

Er Prabhat KishoreDr. Rajendra Prasad was a symbol of nationalism due to his efficiency, devotion to service, intellectual brilliance, truthfulness, sincerity, and gentleness by entering public life as Gandhiji’s associate in Champaran. This pioneer..

Barrier free society

Ranjan K BaruahWe should know that of the one billion populations of persons with disabilities, 80% live in developing countries and an estimated 46% of older people aged 60 years and over are people with disabilities or they are divyangjan. Around the wo..

Sustainable development cooperation can serve as a catalyst for fostering enhanced relations between India and China

Dr Huang Dekai and Dr Yengkhom Ronica DeviContd from previous issueTherefore, it is crucial to promote constructive cooperation between India and China in the area of sustainable development. At a time when the world landscape is evolving at an accelerate..

Pollution is an incurable disease for the Planet

N Munal MeiteiAs we approach, the National Pollution Control Day, the significance of the day reflects on the impact of pollution on our health and planet. It reminds one to take responsibility to reduce pollution towards creating a cleaner and healthier ..

Sustainable development cooperation can serve as a catalyst for fostering enhanced relations between India and China

Dr Huang Dekai and Dr Yengkhom Ronica DeviSince assuming the presidency of G20, India has successfully organized over 200 meetings and events aimed at fostering cooperation in sustainable develop- ment sectors such as agriculture, climate change, environm..

Adoption: A wise couple’s choice

Dr Ashwini SirapanasettyContd from previous issueYou need to be sure you are adopting for the right reasons and that you are ready for adoption.”Eligibility criteria for prospective for Adoptive parents· The prospective adoptive parents shall b..

Getting married this winter ? Here are some hair & skincare tips for you

Shahnaz HusainAs the winter is knocking on the door, it is time to start preparing for the wedding nuptials. It’s a day that would forever etch in your heart, a string of moments that you would hold dear for the rest of your life! Yes, the wedding d..

Rebuttal to article “Ngaranmi Shimray’s observation are incoherent and devoid of truth” by three independent researchersPoint-wise clarification to the article in TSE on 22.11.2023

Ngaranmi ShimrayMany interesting academic salvos have been fired to and fro on the context of why the Meitei community may not have been included in the list of SC/ST under Orders of 1950/1951/1956. While discussing this matter it is crucial that the cont..

Adoption: A wise couple’s choice

Dr Ashwini SirapanasettyContd from previous issueThis seems to connect with the silence that shrouds talking about grief in general.Adoption makes you more Responsible ParentLike many hopeful parents, you have probably gone through a long process trying t..

Towards a Brighter TomorrowIndia’s G20 Presidency and the dawn of a new multilateralism

Narendra Modi, Hon’ble Prime Minister of IndiaToday marks 365 days since India assumed the G20 Presidency. It is a moment to reflect, recommit, and rejuvenate the spirit of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future.̵..

Why Separate Administration can pose threat to India’s sovereignty and foreign relations

RK Sanayaima SinghContd from previous issueIn a memorandum submitted to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the UNC cautioned that any fragmentation of Naga areas or detrimental effects on the Nagas would have far-reaching consequences, instigating senseless v..

African Swine Fever - A threat to pig farming community

Haniah NyareASF is a viral disease that affects domestic and wild pigs, leading to high mortality rates, causing substantial economic losses, and posing serious biosecurity risks. The disease is caused by the African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV) and is charac..

Adoption: A wise couple’s choice

Dr Ashwini SirapanasettyContd from previous issueThere are many reasons why a miscarriage may happen, including foetal abnormalities, the age of the mother, and infections, many of which are preventable such as malaria and syphilis, though pinpointing the..

Why Separate Administration can pose threat to India’s sovereignty and foreign relations

RK Sanayaima SinghManipur's fleeting stability shattered as ethnic turmoil erupted in May 2023 between the Meitei community in the valley and the Kuki community in surrounding hills and urban areas. The catalyst was a 'Tribal Solidarity March' opposing th..

Hereditary Kuki chieftainship should be abolished

LB SinghThe term Old Kuki has been applied to the clans, which suddenly appeared in Cachar in about 1800. Aimol, Anal, Chawte (Chothe), Chiru, Kolhen (Koireng), Kom, Lamgang (Lamkhang), Purum, Tikhup, and Vaiphei were identified as the Old Kuki clans of M..

Shooting our own foot : Misuse of medicines is making infections difficult to treat

Shobha Shukla, Bobby Ramakant (CNS)Contd from last ThursdayShe shared her eye-opening personal experience of her battle with AMR.“In 2004, I was 25 years old. I had a severe car accident in Johannesburg, South Africa, and ended up in a hospital with..

Adoption: A wise couple’s choice

Dr Ashwini SirapanasettyContd from last ThursdaySocial frame for MiscarriageAround the world, women have varied access to healthcare services, and hospitals and clinics in many countries are very often under-resourced and understaffed. As varied as the ex..

Honouring tribal tradition and pride : Janjatiya Gaurav Divas

Sh Arjun Munda India, a mosaic of diverse cultures and traditions, takes pride in commemorating the valour and sacrifices of its courageous warriors who fought for independence. Amidst these celebrations, the significant contributions and struggles of the..

Shooting our own foot : Misuse of medicines is making infections difficult to treat

Shobha Shukla, Bobby Ramakant (CNS)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites change over time and become resistant to (or no longer respond to) medicines, making infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of..

Guideline for preparation of UPSC exams during graduation

Vijay GarGContd from previous issueKnow the complete UPSC SyllabusThe next thing to be clear of is whether to go for coaching class or to study for IAS from home. Since the UPSC exams cover a vast and diverse range of topics it is recommended that you opt..

Adoption: A wise couple’s choice

Dr Ashwini SirapanasettyContd from previous issueMiscarriage &Loss- A Reproductive TraumaMiscarriage is a traumatic loss, not only of the pregnancy, but of a woman’s sense of self and her hopes and dreams of the future. She give up on her ‘..

Ngaranmi Shimray’s observations are incoherent and devoid of truth

K. Yugindro Singh, Sh Janaki Sharma & M Manihar Singh (Independent Researchers)Apropos Ngaranmi Shimray’s article entitled “Rebuttal to the article ‘Absurd rebuttal of Ngaranmi Shimray’s article Meetei/Meitei’s exclusion ..

Guideline for preparation of UPSC exams during graduation

Vijay GarGIf you are pursuing your graduation and wish to serve in the country’s civil services, you would probably be wondering whether to start your IAS preparation now or wait till you finish your graduation. If you indeed feel ready to commence ..

Adoption: A wise couple’s choice

Dr Ashwini SirapanasettyMiscarriage !Miscarriage is the most common reason for losing a baby during pregnancy. Miscarriage rate of 10-15% in women who knew they were pregnant. Pregnancy loss is defined differently around the world, but in general a baby w..

Rebuttal to the article ‘Absurd rebuttal of Ngaranmi Shimray’s article Meetei/Meitei’s exclusion from ST list-queer controversies’ by K Yugindro Singh & othersThe Meiteis may have missed the bus

Ngaranmi ShimrayMuch water has flowed under the bridge since 1950 when an opportunity was there for the Meiteis to be SC or ST in 1950-51 and also in 1955-56. They have now progressed far beyond the considerations to be a SC or ST that the proposal to be ..

India's heritage is a source of pride

Vijay GargContd from previous issueDespite this, many memorials were lost during the previous governments. In 2009, the number of missing memorials was 35. According to the Archaeological Survey Agency of India i.e. ASI, 14 monuments were victims of urban..

Significance of US Under Secretary Uzra Jaya’s Bangladesh visit

Indrajit KumarContd from previous issueSome people with a ‘colonial’ lordly mind were eagerly waiting to voluntarily accept the servitude of the neo-colonial powers. There was a little worry on the foreheads of the opportunity seekers who were..

World Diabetes Day

Dr Th Premchand SinghWorld Diabetes Day was first observed in 1991 by International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization in response to growing concerns about the escalating health threat posed by diabetes. World Diabetes Day became an of..

India's heritage is a source of pride

Vijay Garg India is an ancient nation. It is not just a collection of about one and a half billion people or a part of history and geography. Not even just one country. It is a unique cultural experience. Indian culture is very ancient. There is a fl..

Significance of US Under Secretary Uzra Jaya’s Bangladesh visit

Indrajit KumarWhat he said in the interview given to the news agency UNB, the balloon of excitement of many has leaked. He called for ‘rejecting violence and supporting a truly inclusive, peaceful, free and fair democratic process’. He said, &..

World Diabetes Day -2023

Dr Ksh Manglem SinghWorld Diabetes Day is celebrated each year to draw attention to issues of utmost importance to the diabetes community. Millions of people with diabetes around the world do not have access to diabetic care .World Diabetes Day is observe..

Planned promotion of approved technologies in veterinary extension services

Dr Lalhumliana Tochhawngcontd from prev issueThere are many technologies generated which cannot be tested in farmers' fields resulting in difficulty in dissemination of the technology. On Field Trials (OFT) and Front-Line Demonstration (FLD) needs to be c..

A book & a story for the kids

S BalakrishnanThe book - A picture storybook that enchanted me as a kid continues to mesmerize the third generations and would continue to hypnotize many generations to come. That is a Russian picture storybook for tiny tots. Conceived by Russian artist N..

It’s time to designate Moreh as a Special Administrative Zone

YENNINGThose who control the border town of Moreh will control the economy and business of Manipur in future.  This fact is best known to the think-tank of Chin-Kuki community and that is the reason why they have been making efforts to keep Moreh tow..

Careers related to controlling diabetes

Ranjan K BaruahOne of the concerns for many of us at present is with the sugar level in our body. Whenever it comes to sugar we talk about diabetes. Globally, an estimated 422 million adults were living with diabetes in 2014, compared to 108 million in 19..

Ningol Chakkouba or Chakkoudaba

Free Thinker'Ningol Chakkouba' is the biggest festival of the Meiteis, the majority ethnic community of Manipur. Respecting the sentiments and sharing the grief of all the people who have suffered tragedies in the ethnic conflict, we are not celebrating N..

Planned promotion of approved technologies in veterinary extension services

Dr Lalhumliana TochhawngContd from previous issueThose priorities include in animal husbandry may include propagation of superior germplasm, eradication of viral borne disease, biotechnology information technology, integrated and organic farming systems. ..

Innovative nanofertilizer for eco-friendly green agriculture

Dr Mansukh MandaviyaFertilizer remains one of the critical inputs for increasing food production for providing sustenance to 1.4 billion population of our country. In the last 9 years, our efforts have resulted in enhanced production capacity of urea, a m..

Black Rice and Glycemic Index: Implications for diabetes management

Dr Angam Raleng, Dr Ng. Iboyaima Singh, Dr Ng. Joykumar SinghContd from previous issueSteady Blood Sugar Control: Black rice's low glycemic index means it has a milder impact on blood sugar levels compared to high-GI foods. Consuming black rice as part of..

Planned promotion of approved technologies in veterinary extension services

Dr Lalhumliana TochhawngIntroductionAround the globe, technology adoption in farming is considered an important accomplishment in the 20th century in optimizing agricultural productivity there- by improving livelihoods. In spite of many technology interve..

The paradox of ignorance and quest for knowledge

Aubaid Ahmad AkhoonContd from previous issueProblem Solving: Knowledge equips individuals with problem-solving skills.Informed Decision-Making: Informed choices are crucial in health, finances, and relationships.Building Relationships: Knowledge enhances ..

Black Rice and Glycemic Index: Implications for diabetes management

Dr Angam Raleng, Dr Ng. Iboyaima Singh, Dr Ng. Joykumar SinghIntroductionDiabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood sugar levels, primarily due to the body’s inability to produce or utilize insulin effectively. It is a ..

Winter is here : Skincare essentials for travellers

Shahnaz HusainIf you are fond of the cold weather, traveling during winter might be one of the ways to enjoy your favorite holiday destination.Winter makes your skin really dry and travelling makes it tired.  The situation is often worse for traveler..

Absurd rebuttal to ‘Meetei/Meitei’s exclusion from ST list-queer controversies’

K Yugindro Singh, Sh Janaki Sharma & M Manihar Singh (Independent Researchers)Contd from previous issueAs the apprehensions raised by the existing Scheduled Tribes communities of Manipur on the ST demand of Meitei are a psychological or an imaginary i..