We, the people, seem to have lost the voice of critical protest and to have forgotten Dr. Martin Luther King’s reminder that, “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matte
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The need for strong govt, decisive leadership With the Lok Sabha elections slated to be held soon, many opinion polls have been conducted and presented in the media in the last few days. While an opinion pol
If you notice the behavior of people belonging to the modern developed countries especially in Western Europe and America, they seem lost and frustrated with what life has to offer even though the world talk of
A famous phrase in a graphic representation used on an anarchy site tells us to forget yoga and smash the system. A girl, her hair tied back with a big bow holding it in, and a long gown, its arms puffed up, lo
The economical, social, cultural and political significance of land is undeniable. It is central to the livelihoods of most people; it provides social legitimacy and is an identity marker; and it provides the b
The economical, social, cultural and political significance of land is undeniable. It is central to the livelihoods of most people; it provides social legitimacy and is an identity marker; and it provides the b
The wave of crises in the Naga society needs to be interrupted and creatively addressed, if not, it has the potential to rapidly and aggressively move into a state of deeper despair. It would be very tragic, if
One of the disadvantages facing people of the Northeast (NE) region is the lack of strong political representation when it comes to influencing policy decisions at the Centre. Perhaps the only way that people&#
Culture of Compromise must stop Is it a good thing to compromise? Or to put it differently, doesn’t life require compromise? The answer could perhaps lie in what we are compromising on. If we compromis
Culture of Compromise must stop Along LongkumerConsulting EditorIs it a good thing to compromise? Or to put it differently, doesnt life require compromise? The answer could perhaps lie in what we are compr
For an observer, one thing peace talks teach you is that men love rhetoric and women talk reality. Exceptions occur. Take, for instance, the joint meeting of the Karbi Anglong Peace Forum, the Rengma Naga
Although many Nagas are sure of their aspirations and have demonstrated their yearnings through public expressions, the challenge is to translate their aspirations become reality. This condition creates a gap b
The debate over corruption is often dominated by moralist and judgmental viewpoints. And in this sense, the discourse around corruption has been influenced by an attitude of ‘class.’ Therefore, corr
The conflict between the Karbis and (Western) Rengma Nagas, which has led to violence and human suffering on both sides, has been going on for sometime but without any kind of resolution. It is unfortunate that
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has turned down the two adjacent five-bedroom duplex houses that had been identified for his residence and office. As a result, the government has embarked on another house
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has turned down the two adjacent five-bedroom duplex houses that had been identified for his residence and office. As a result, the government has embarked on another house
India is a laugh and a half. For some, it is a gloating laugh brought on by India test-firing nuclear-capable missiles. Ironically named Prithvi-II, it is capable of carrying 500-1000 kg of warheads, and of des
In times such as this present crisis which is simmering with violence, the human heart is filled with emotions of loss, pain, anger, rage, fear, bitterness; and the human mind is distressed and clouded with fee
Even as we enter the New Year with a sense of uncertainty and doubt, there is an essential need to embrace 2014 in a spirit of renewed hope and optimism. At times words are unable to fully comprehend and apprec
The challenges posed by social media and the great stride made in communication technology are important questions before us. Many are wondering whether the proliferation of media technology (Youtube, Facebook,
