Controversies surround Biren Singh’s Manipur tenure amidst ethnic violence

Imphal: Nongthombam Biren Singh’s tenure as Manipur chief minister has been marked by several controversies, primarily centered on his handling of ethnic violence, allegations of instigating conflict, and questions regarding his governance. Singh, who started as a footballer, then became a journalist before entering politics, served as the chief minister for two terms — 2017…

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India’s domestic workers: Why are they marginalized?

While domestic work should be socially valued and remunerated appropriately, the law may also require respectable working conditions. Taking into account programs such as the National Health Insurance Scheme and the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan Yojana, a specific legal framework for domestic workers should be created. This will ensure better safety at the workplace,…

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If you don’t save your daughter, then where will you get a daughter-in-law from?

The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao program has successfully raised awareness on the issue of son preference, but due to inadequate implementation and monitoring, it has failed to achieve its main goal in its current form. The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao program was launched on January 22, 2015, to prevent gender discrimination, keep girl children alive,…

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Rama Describes Pre-Winter Splendour

In the tranquil and reflective stillness of autumn’s retreat, Rama dwelled in the sanctity of his ascetic life, steadfastly adhering to its rigorous tenets, buoyed by the devoted presence of those around him. As the year matured into the cool embrace of Hemanta, the pre-winter season, one fine morning, Rama made his way to the…

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