Myanmar’s junta is using a tightly managed year-end election to project control despite a worsening civil war.
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Myanmar’s junta is using a tightly managed year-end election to project control despite a worsening civil war.
The Borderlens Desk
Vivah Panchami in Janakpur turns myth into a living bridge of culture and diplomacy, where Nepal and India reconnect through...
Akhilesh Tripathi
The Pragjyotishpur Literature Festival 2025 closed with powerful tributes to Assam’s literary heritage, honouring writers and celebrating the region’s creative...
Nava Thakuria
Nongkrem is not just a festival but a living constitution, where ritual, governance, memory and collective labour shape the identity...
Rilinda Manih
In the quiet hills of Totopara, Dhaniram Toto turned a fading language into a written legacy — crafting a 37-letter...
Bidhayak Das
Nepal’s Madhesh Province, the nation’s food basket, has been hit by one of its worst droughts in decades, exposing deep...
Akhilesh Tripathi
Discover how the India–Bhutan friendship shapes Himalayan security, from Phuentsholing to Thimphu, amid China’s growing influence.
Bidhayak Das
High in the Himalayas, the Tawang Marathon is more than a race—it's a spiritual journey where endurance meets enlightenment. Runners...
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Aribam Reshma, one of Manipur’s first visible hijabi news anchors, is redefining media representation through authenticity and courage. Her storytelling...
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From humble beginnings in Imphal, Md Amir Khan’s karate journey defies odds—uniting discipline, identity, and hope to inspire India’s youth.
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From Barpeta to Bharat, Khairul Bashar is bridging India’s digital divide with vernacular tech. His startup, BhashaBridge, empowers rural voices...
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A major controversy erupted at KIMFF 2025 after it screened Chinese state-backed films under the “Xizang Panorama,” sparking backlash for...
Manju von Rospatt