Mera Wayungba: The Enduring Bond Between Meitei and Tangkhul Brothers
Mera Wayungba, also known as “Mera Thaomei Thaanba,” continues to recount the age-old traditions of the Meitei and Tangkhul brothers. In this narrative, the…
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Chiru Tribe’s Belief in Sidaba Mapu from the Meitei Religion
The Chiru tribes and Meitei have similar religious beliefs. They also worship Sidaba Mapu, known as Lamba Patheiin, and supreme house diety Sanamahi as…
Do You Know Yaosomai, Indigenous Religion of Poumai
The Poumai tribe, residing in the Northern side of Manipur, has a rich cultural heritage deeply rooted in their indigenous religion known as Yaosomai…
Mu Ka Da: A Cultural Fest of Kharam Rooted in Heritage and Harmony
Among the Kharam’s cherished traditions is the Mu Ka Da festival, celebrated annually on the second Monday of May. This vibrant event signifies the…
Taboos in Manipur
Taboo refers to forbidden activities or behaviors that go against social approval and are restricted by societal norms. These prohibitions are deeply embedded in…
Do You Know Khongjais of Manipur Are Not Refugee
It was the far sighted policy of Tangkhul MP, Rungsung Suisa that he requested the Indian Government to grant relief fund for the refugee. His intention might be sincere and legitimate to check the illegal influx from the erstwhile Burma in the hills of Manipur. However, the refugee relief fund was a blunder to the indigenous khongjais of Manipur.
Do You Know Tangkhul Naga Labour Corps
Observing Tangkhul Naga Labour Corps Centennial is distorting the history of Manipur Labour Corps. Around 2000 men were recruited for the 22nd Manipur Labour Corps which was divided into four companies, consisting of 500 Meeteis, 700 Tangkhuls, 400 Kukis and 300 Mao tribes.
Reasons Why HAC Act is Anti State Act in Manipur
In any protest, be it for student scholarships, job reservation, free food or any freebies, one act the hill people recite in their mouth is HAC Act. It seems a god gifted boon. In fact, this Act is the one which is dividing Manipur into Hill and Valley.
Do You Know Relationship Between Manipur and Naga Hills
The Nagas regarded Manipur was the stronger power of the two alliances (Manipur and British). When Nagas turned down the ultimatum of British in 1833, Gambhir Singh marched upto Kohima and other Angami villages. He re-asserted the authority of Manipur over that area and reduces to submission several villages including Kohima.