Thang-Ta: Manipur’s Martial Art Mesmerizes at Miss World Sports Day 2025
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Thang-Ta: Manipur’s Martial Art Mesmerizes at Miss World Sports Day 2025

News Summary On May 17, 2025, the traditional Manipuri martial art form, Thang-Ta, captivated audiences at the 72nd Miss World Sports Day held at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad. Presented by the ‘Chainarol Temple’ team under the leadership of Guru Sapam Inaobi Singh, the performance was organized by the Sports Authority of Telangana to…

Manipur Celebrates Shaphee Lanphee Day: Honoring Artisans and Preserving Cultural Heritage
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Manipur Celebrates Shaphee Lanphee Day: Honoring Artisans and Preserving Cultural Heritage

Summary of the News On December 19, 2024, Manipur observed the 13th Shaphee Lanphee Day, a celebration dedicated to honoring the artisans who preserve the traditional textile art of Shaphee Lanphee. Held at the residence of national awardee Maisnam Lalini Devi in Imphal East, the event commemorated the GI registration anniversary of Shaphee Lanphee. Artisans…

Manipur Seeks UNESCO Recognition for Lai Haraoba Festival
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Manipur Seeks UNESCO Recognition for Lai Haraoba Festival

Introduction: Preserving Cultural Heritage Have you ever heard of a festival where gods themselves are celebrated through music, dance, and rituals? That’s exactly what happens during the Lai Haraoba festival in Manipur, a traditional celebration with deep religious and cultural roots. Now, in a bid to secure its place in global cultural history, the Manipur…