Imphal: Irom Sharmila released, continues her fast

A court in Imphal has ordered the release of social activist Irom Sharmila Chanu, who has been on a fast for more than 12 years to demand the repeal of the controversial Armed Forces Special Powers......

Irom Sharmila finds happiness at last

Irom Sharmila, the woman who was on hunger-strike for 16 years, recently became a mother of twin girls.Archana Masih/Rediff.com remembers a quiet afternoon spent with her recently. Irom Sharmila......

Irom Sharmila cycles 20 km to file nomination

Manipur’s ‘Iron Lady’ Irom Sharmila has filed her nomination from Thoubal constituency for the upcoming assembly elections. Sharmila filed her nomination on behalf of......

The tragedy of being Irom Sharmila

Irom Sharmila, the iconic activist who had not eaten a morsel for 16 years in protest against alleged army atrocities in Manipur, ended her epic fast on Tuesday. After 16 long years, she is ready......

'She is like a lioness in the ring'

'She has not forgotten where she comes from.' 'It is unfortunate that we do not celebrate her boxing career, but she says she has learned to be happy.' 'All the rejections have given her......