Why Brick Origins in Manipur Predate Muslim Settlements and Point to Kiyamba
The 2009 findings from the Kangla excavation in Imphal provide compelling archaeological evidence that bricks (“chek” in Meiteilon) were used in the region well…
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Why do some Tangkhul identify as Hao within Naga Identity?
The resurgence of the “Hao” identity among the Tangkhul people of Manipur, India, reflects a complex interplay of cultural revival, historical interactions with the…
Khongum Melei: The Flower of Unity Between Meitei and Shan
Now is the season for Khongum Melei blooms, and when we see it hanging like a golden jewel from the tree, the trust, friendship,…
No Meitei Without Maring and Arambai: A Forgotten Truth
The Meitei owes a significant portion of its historical resilience and cultural prominence to a profound interdependence with the indigenous Maring tribe. It is…
Mountains that Remember: The Legend of Meiriang and Lubuannei
Every tribe has its legends—stories of valor, love, and heart-wrenching separations. Among the Rongmei Tribes of Manipur, there exists a beautiful folk tale that…
Pena: A Timeless Musical Treasure of the Meitei
Music and musical instruments are woven into the cultural essence of every human society, each boasting its own distinct gems. Among the Meitei people,…