Nil KonsamWhen the Indian Parliament recently devoted an entire day to debating Vande Mataram on its 150th anniversary, the spectacle drew applause in some quarters and bemusement in others. But for many of us who grew up with the song woven gently into t..

Brigadier (Retired) L Ibotombi SinghContd from previous issueThereafter, send notices, impose requisite fines. Based on the need and necessity of the area, per- mission may be granted to a few units for commercial uses, by obtaining necessary registration..

Dr Raj SinghThe conflict that erupted between the Meitei and Kuki communities on 3 May 2023 has scarred Manipur far beyond numbers and statistics. Yes, more than 200 people have died. Yes, over 60,000 remain displaced in relief camps scattered across the..

Free ThinkerThe arrival of Her Excellency Droupati Murmu ji the Hon President of Bharat to commemorate the Nupi Lan (women's war/ rebellion) reminded the  whole country that Manipur had two Nupi Lans . One in the year 1904 and the second one in 1939...

LB SinghThe deplorable and miserable conditions of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and their des- perate appeal to allow them to return to their respective places are heart-wrenching. However, Meetei and Kuki IDPs can return to their respective pl..

Prof (Dr) Meinam BinotaIt is immense pleasure to share with you all the Academics and Future builders of the State that today (12-12-2025) a precious day of our State Nupilan, the HECI (Higher Education Commission of India) Bill, 2025 — in line with..

Ereda LourembamThe Sangai Express brings you a brief thought on entrepreneurship by the women of Manipur, on the occasion of Nupi LanEditorThe words ‘Entrepreneur’ and ‘Entrepreneur- ship’ are not uncommon to hear these days. Rewin..

Shahnaz HusainLove smelling great from head to toe, but find your regular perfume fade quickly or feel wrong for your hair ? Hair perfume is a specially formulated fragrance designed for hair health, for moisture and shine.It’s become a popular addi..

A historical reading of the Numit Kappa reveals a deep political wisdom rooted in Meitei civilizationDr  Abul Khair Choudhury (Moijing Mayum)When we turn the pages of history to search for the roots of democracy, human rights, and the courage to ques..

Dr Debapriya MukherjeeContd from previous issueWhen we align our religious values with environ- mental responsibility, we strengthen the bond between faith and life— reminding ourselves that true devotion is not only prayer, but also the conscious a..

Nil KonsamIndia’s recent aviation crisis—triggered by a sudden roster change in the country’s largest airline and cascading into Nationwide cancellations and passenger stranding—cannot be dismissed as an unfortunate operational mis..

Dr Debapriya MukherjeeAs I stood watching the overwhelming rush of people gathered for religious rituals in many temples, what struck me most was not devotion, but the silent suffering hidden beneath the noise—the rows of goats waiting to be sacrifi..

Chongboi Haokip, MCI HortI feel nostalgic as I went through this note, recalling many precious lives lost due to heroin (No. 4) in Manipur. I used to wonder why it was called No. 4. By the way, for those unaware, heroin is a processed form of morphine. Wh..

Vidhya SoundararajanContd from previous issueIt also includes fixed-term employees, who are now entitled to pro-rata gratuity and benefits on par with permanent staff. By recognising non-traditional forms of work, like gig and platform work, the code refl..

Herojit NongmaithemIn an increasingly polarized world, cinema emerges not merely as a form of entertainment, but as a critical agent of social change and international diplomacy capable of fostering profound empathy and building bridges across divided soc..

Vidhya SoundararajanContd from last SaturdayEarlier, the wage floor served only as a guideline for states and was not legally binding. The code also extends minimum wage coverage to all sectors, replacing the earlier system that applied only to a list of..

Jarnail SinghI took over as Administrator of Manipur University (MU) on 12 October 2018. Within one week, central government on its own, sent an audit team to MU for a summary audit of accounts. The audit team’s arrival aroused suspicion of administ..

Saiba Siddiqui, Dr S Dayananda Singh, Dr M Sumarjit SinghContd from previous issueBiological control is a cornerstone of contemporary IPM: deploying natural enemies such as parasitoids (e.g., Trichogramma spp.) and predatory insects effectively reduces pe..

Shahnaz HusainLiving in metropolitan cities has its perks—vibrant culture,  active lifestyle, luxurious life, and rapid urban development. The only flip side of its growth is the increase in pollution, which most people do not realise until it..

Vidhya SoundararajanThe Second National Commission on Labour (2002) had highlighted how India’s maze of labour laws had become overly complex and fragmented. Acting on its recommendations, last week, the government notified four major labour codes o..

Dr Linthoi WathamAgriculture plays a vital role in human growth and development. With the continuous rise in global population, sustainable agricultural production systems are crucial for ensuring food security. However, agricultural activities generate l..

Dr Nellisha Ngoruw Moyon*, Dr Jonah Dakho1 and Dr Ps Mariam AnalContd from previous issueIn the European Union, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has re-evaluated the safety of curcumin (E 100) as a food additive and concluded that it is non-carci..

Brig (Retd) L Ibotombi SinghIndia celebrated its 76th Constitution Day (Samvi-dhan Diwas) on November 26, 2025, to commemorate the adoption of the Indian Constitution on November 26, 1949, honouring the vision and contributions of Dr  BR Ambedkar and..

Dr Johnson YumnamComposting paddy stubble has long been promoted as a quick, climate-friendly alternative to burning, yet real field evidence shows a very different story. Based on my doctoral research at Lovely Professional University (Punjab), conducted..

Diphiu PrinmaiKangpokpi District, located in the northern region of Manipur, stands today as a stark example of structural marginalisation, administrative imbalance and Constitutional breakdown. For decades, the Naga population in the district has faced u..