Leaders of NSCN IM led by its chairman Isak Chisi Swu and general secretary Th Muivah are meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the next few days, an Indian Intelligence source disclosed to Newmai News Network this afternoon Source Hueiyen News Se…
Leaders of NSCN IM led by its chairman Isak Chisi Swu and general secretary Th Muivah are meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the next few days, an Indian Intelligence source disclosed to Newmai News Network this afternoon Source Hueiyen News Service Newmai News Network
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Kuki Students’ Organisation KSO , Churachandpur has expressed deep resentment over the attempted assassination of Chungjalen Haokip by an armed man at his residence at Tuibuong in Churachandpur on June 7 Source Hueiyen News Service NNN
Kuki Students’ Organisation KSO , Churachandpur has expressed deep resentment over the attempted assassination of Chungjalen Haokip by an armed man at his residence at Tuibuong in Churachandpur on June 7 Source Hueiyen News Service NNN
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21 Assam Rifles of 28 Sector AR under the aegis of HQ IGAR South organised a health awareness and career guidance camp at Sajik Tampak in Chandel district on June 8 Source Hueiyen News Service
21 Assam Rifles of 28 Sector AR under the aegis of HQ IGAR South organised a health awareness and career guidance camp at Sajik Tampak in Chandel district on June 8 Source Hueiyen News Service
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A large quantity of adulterated edible oil and Betal nut worth nearly Rs 60 lakhs were seized from a non local trader by Food Safety officials at Mantripukhri in Imphal West district on Monday Source Hueiyen News Service
A large quantity of adulterated edible oil and Betal nut worth nearly Rs 60 lakhs were seized from a non local trader by Food Safety officials at Mantripukhri in Imphal West district on Monday Source Hueiyen News Service
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The North East Indian communities residing in Delhi will be felicitating the newly elected Members of Parliament MP from Northeast region in the recently held Lok Sabha Election tomorrow on June 11 at the Vishwa Yuva Kendra, Chanakyapuri Source La…
The North East Indian communities residing in Delhi will be felicitating the newly elected Members of Parliament MP from Northeast region in the recently held Lok Sabha Election tomorrow on June 11 at the Vishwa Yuva Kendra, Chanakyapuri Source Lalremlien Neitham
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A Delhi court on Monday awarded life imprisonment to 17 Uttarakhand police personnel who were convicted for gunning down a 22 year old MBA graduate in a fake encounter in a jungle near Dehradun in 2009 Source The Sangai Express Agencies
A Delhi court on Monday awarded life imprisonment to 17 Uttarakhand police personnel who were convicted for gunning down a 22 year old MBA graduate in a fake encounter in a jungle near Dehradun in 2009 Source The Sangai Express Agencies
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In view of the National Food Security Act which is likely to be implemented in the State shortly, Chief Secretary PC Lawmkunga today convened a meeting and reviewed the progress of FCI’s godown construction work and land acquisition for construction of…
In view of the National Food Security Act which is likely to be implemented in the State shortly, Chief Secretary PC Lawmkunga today convened a meeting and reviewed the progress of FCI’s godown construction work and land acquisition for construction of similar godowns Source The Sangai Express
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Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh who also holds of Finance portfolio stressed the importance of Central Assistance for State Plan for development of the State of Manipur Source The Sangai Express Manipur Info Centre
Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh who also holds of Finance portfolio stressed the importance of Central Assistance for State Plan for development of the State of Manipur Source The Sangai Express Manipur Info Centre
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In response to the press statement of Kolphe, information and publicity Secy, KNLF, in connection with the shooting of Chungjalian Haokip two days back at Tuibong, UKLF clarified that it has nothing to do with it, according to statement issued by MP Ha…
In response to the press statement of Kolphe, information and publicity Secy, KNLF, in connection with the shooting of Chungjalian Haokip two days back at Tuibong, UKLF clarified that it has nothing to do with it, according to statement issued by MP Haokip, Joint Secretary, UKLF Source The Sangai Express
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NRHM State Mission Director Dr Okram Ibomcha inspected medical facilities in Chandel district today Source The Sangai Express
NRHM State Mission Director Dr Okram Ibomcha inspected medical facilities in Chandel district today Source The Sangai Express
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The State Forest Department organized a one day awareness and sensitization programme on conservation of wildlife and forest at Choithar village in Ukhrul district today Source The Sangai Express Mungchan Zimik
The State Forest Department organized a one day awareness and sensitization programme on conservation of wildlife and forest at Choithar village in Ukhrul district today Source The Sangai Express Mungchan Zimik
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The Transporters’ and Drivers’ Council TDC has donated Rs one lakh to Kangabam Alex who scored the highest mark among all candidates from the State who appeared in the AIPMT Source The Sangai Express
The Transporters’ and Drivers’ Council TDC has donated Rs one lakh to Kangabam Alex who scored the highest mark among all candidates from the State who appeared in the AIPMT Source The Sangai Express
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Womenfolk of Top Khongnangkhong today staged a protest demonstration at the local market shed against the arrest of one Abdur Razak by police commandos posted at Moreh on the charge of being a PLA cadre Source The Sangai Express
Womenfolk of Top Khongnangkhong today staged a protest demonstration at the local market shed against the arrest of one Abdur Razak by police commandos posted at Moreh on the charge of being a PLA cadre Source The Sangai Express
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A retailer and its godown which mixed four different brands of cooking oil and sold the adulterated oil by packing it in tins of a popular brand have been sealed by the Food Safety Wing Source The Sangai Express
A retailer and its godown which mixed four different brands of cooking oil and sold the adulterated oil by packing it in tins of a popular brand have been sealed by the Food Safety Wing Source The Sangai Express
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The Kuki Students’ Organisation KSO Churachandpur has expressed deep resentment over the attempted assassination of Chungjalen Haokip by an armed man at his residence at Tuibuong in Churachandpur on June 7 Source The Sangai Express Newmai News …
The Kuki Students’ Organisation KSO Churachandpur has expressed deep resentment over the attempted assassination of Chungjalen Haokip by an armed man at his residence at Tuibuong in Churachandpur on June 7 Source The Sangai Express Newmai News Network
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Seeking to heal the fractured and contentious politics of the previous years, President Pranab Mukherjee today said the new Government at the Centre will work for development in a resurgent India in which corruption will have no place Source The San…
Seeking to heal the fractured and contentious politics of the previous years, President Pranab Mukherjee today said the new Government at the Centre will work for development in a resurgent India in which corruption will have no place Source The Sangai Express Agencies
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The internal crisis rocking Manipur Pradesh Trinamool Congress MPTC who is rooted in the race for party president is only growing worse as MLA Kh Joykisan who is claiming to the party’s new president, MLA Th Bishwajit and O Lukhoi have been suspended…
The internal crisis rocking Manipur Pradesh Trinamool Congress MPTC who is rooted in the race for party president is only growing worse as MLA Kh Joykisan who is claiming to the party’s new president, MLA Th Bishwajit and O Lukhoi have been suspended from the party’s State unit primary membership by All Indian Trinamool Congress on the charge of indulging in anti party activities Source The Sangai Express
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Works and Transport Minister Dr Kh Ratankumar inspected the conditions of Irang bridge, Barak bridge and Makru bridge along Imphal Jiribam highway on June 7 Source The Sangai Express
Works and Transport Minister Dr Kh Ratankumar inspected the conditions of Irang bridge, Barak bridge and Makru bridge along Imphal Jiribam highway on June 7 Source The Sangai Express
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By Ananya S Guha A lot of discussion is focused on North East India ranging from politics, the identity question, society and even literature. Seminars are held all over the
By Ananya S Guha
A lot of discussion is focused on North East India ranging from politics, the identity question, society and even literature. Seminars are held all over the country generating debate and polemics. The recent death of a young student from Arunachal Pradesh has raised the question of racist profiles. One view also challenges the singular view of North East India as one entity, considering factors of linguistic and religious divergence. Many of the seminars and conferences only result in producing books, which publishers from Delhi eyeing the academic market take advantage of. But what exactly is the problematic here is something which belies answer. Why do the people feel alienated? What is the periphery versus the ‘ mainstream ‘ question? Isn’t the concept of mainstream disputatious, but for want of a better expression perhaps, it has gained currency.
First let us look at the alienation question. That this exists is indubitable, but why: this is something which must be answered, or looked into critically. Is it the racial factor, or racial differences and dichotomies, something which was prevalent in certain parts of South India in the 50s and 60s. M.J.Akbar in his lucid book, ” India: The Siege Within ” has pointed out with perspicuity how separatist tendencies, first began in South India, demolishing the myth that all talk of secessionist tendencies stated in North East India.
Secondly, is the sensitive issue that the people of North East India, especially the youth are treated indifferently, or ‘ differently ‘ when they go to the ‘ mainland’, resulting in a lot of protests in the recent past.
Thirdly is the predilection to treat the North East as a separate block and entity. This is tenable to a great extent because of border affinities and lack of development and connectivity. But a seminar in an air conditioned room in New Delhi is certainly no solution. I say it is true to a great extent, because at some social and political level the minds of the people meet, and they identify with one another out of empathy and look askance at New Delhi or the ‘ mainland ‘. This happens out of some experience or by negotiating with people outside their state, rude behavior or derogatory remarks.
Fourthly the carrot and stick policies of governments has created social disparities and divides. The classes have not been a result of a natural evolution, but has been thrust upon societies by sops and lure of money. This has also lead to corruptibility.
Fifthly is the sensitive question of identity, in the face of a threat of being overwhelmed or outnumbered by other communities, especially the migrant. I have always been saying that close knit communities evince such a threat because of small numbers, where there is behavioral pattern akin to a family. This must be comprehended or understand. This is certainly not necessarily parochialism. Parochialism exists in all communities of India, and the rubric of ‘ unity ‘ is tested time and again. This happens with reference to community, caste and religion. That India has withstood such pressures historically, is a grand testimony to its powers of absorption.
The solution if any, rests on subverting the mainland periphery myth. All regions are a part of the country, there is no mainstream or sub stream. In treating North East India as a singular identity we have to also comprehend its rich diversity and intra – tribal communities. Not many know that the official language of Nagaland is English, and also one of the official languages of Meghalaya.The sense of alienation must be perceived as a problem of isolation and not that of parochialism. The people who have lived here for generations must identify with the major communities, and insist on their local identity as well. The identity question is one of allegiance and may not be racial in intent. In fact one person can have multiple identities in a clear headed manner. Also when people from outside the region come say on transfer, they must show a genuine interest in the cultures of the people rather than just waiting for their tenures to end. Cultural assimilation is the only solution to sectarian outbursts.Hurting people by making disparaging remarks about them or their communities can only hurt their feelings, and the sense of alienation festers. Wounds take a lot of time to heal… Community dispersion to other states of the country from this region, can also help not only in terms of economic sustenance, bt that of cultural exposure. I am sure the process has begun, and will accentuate in years to come. The current interest in North East Indian literature is a welcome sign, and many authors of thas region are winning plaudits for their literary talents, as well as in sports. The examples of Meghalaya and Manipur are sheer cases in point.
History, let us hope will be re written.
(The views expressed in this article are personal opinion of the author)
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The bleak scenario of unemployment in Manipur has remained stagnant. For the state, it has become a routine affair to publish the latest statistics from the unemployment registered in the
The bleak scenario of unemployment in Manipur has remained stagnant. For the state, it has become a routine affair to publish the latest statistics from the unemployment registered in the employment exchange. Fiscal deficit in the state has not only remained unchecked but increased instead. In simple terms, fiscal deficit is spending more money than one has. What is unsurprisingly peculiar of the government of Manipur is its nonchalant failure to produce utilisation certificates. One does not need hard econometrics to calculate the amount of money that the government gets every year in its begging bowl. No matter how many times you fail to produce utilisation certificates, New Delhi never fail to shower its benevolence with all kinds of funds. Should we take it as a positive sign that the ruling Congress party abruptly wakes up to ‘financial discipline’ and ‘state center relationship’ after the party’s debacle in the 16th Lok Sabha Election? Or is it just a nervous rambling of the Congress party after the National Democratic Alliance have formed its government in the center? The reason could be the both. But with the present economy of the government both at the state and the national level, fiscal deficit seemingly will remained unchanged. The unemployment problem is clearly the problem of employability. This problem became more pronounced after the economic liberalisation policies that India followed in 1991, as economist who are against liberalisation have argued. The impact on employment after liberalisation is one of the most debated subjects among the economist, and it is also an area of research being taken up wide scale. We shall engage with the liberalisation debate at some other point of time though. As far as employment is concern, the government’s explanation is the need for practicing austerity measures owing to the fiscal deficit in the economy. The ban on recruitment in government sector is one evident example. So far Manipur government’s job recruitment is largely concentrated on taking more and more number of policemen in the name of fighting insurgency in the state. Another area of recruitment is the Manipur Public Service, which intake level is meager though the government has announced that there will be regular recruitment in this sector to fill up the required post. Moreover this sector cannot afford mass recruitment because of the limited nature of job requirement. For instance, you cannot recruit not more than a dozen or two civil servants at a time. Other than these two areas, there has been no recruitment at all in the government sector. The centrally sponsored schemes give a small respite. Nevertheless, most of the schemes’ recruitments are solely on contractual basis. Take any name, whether it is the Sarava Shiksha Abhiyan, Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan in education or the recruitment in National Rural Health mission in health sector, those employed through these schemes are all contractual labourers. These employees, though they are employed in a sense, walk with uncertainties looming large in their minds. Contract labourers are not entitled to any sort of social securities, moreover there are ambiguities as far as the legal binding of their jobs are concern. One clear example would be the recent protest demonstration taken out at the gate of the state SSA office. Those protestors were employed in the SSA scheme. They have alleged that the state SSA mission has wrongfully relieved them from their jobs. On the other hand, the authorities have justified the move, saying that their time of contract had already expired in the March this year. It is apparent that those protestors are well aware of the time of expiry of their contract. The scenario is not much different with those who are employed through NRHM. It is learned that some of the employees have already been duped by some imposters, who took away a large sum of money with the promise of regularising their contract. Stories like this one will unfold more in the days ahead.
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