Experience the vibrant Wangala Festival of Meghalaya — the Festival of a Hundred Drums — where rhythm, dance, and gratitude...
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When the hills dance to a hundred drums
When Shillong turns pink: Cherry blossoms, music, and a celebration of spirit
When the cherry blossoms bloom, Shillong turns into a dreamscape of pink and white — a festival of music, culture,...
Rilinda Manih
Running where the sacred touches the sky: Tawang Marathon
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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Dalai Lama’s bold assertion of Tibetan authority sends China into frenzy
Guwahati, July 2: On the landmark occasion of his 90th birthday, celebrated globally on June 30 according to the Buddhist...
Bidhayak Das
Assam: It’s now indigenous versus illegal Bangladeshi nationals!
The Sibsagar incident, initially hailed as a victory for Asomiyagiri, was swiftly overshadowed by a gang rape in Dhing.
Nava Thakuria
Bomdila’s women’s markets: A tapestry of tradition and empowerment
The Hilltop and Amma markets in Bomdila are more than places of trade; they are vibrant community hubs that embody...
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Border village in Arunachal embraces ancient customs of Memba community at Druba Festival
In a vibrant celebration spanning from December 29 of the previous year to January 7 this year, the annual Druba...
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Arunachal’s Yak Churpi, Khamti Rice, and Tangsa Textile secure GI tags
In a significant recognition of the rich cultural heritage and unique products of Arunachal Pradesh, the Yak Churpi, Khamti Rice,...
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Platters as diverse as its people: A brief culinary tour of Arunachal Pradesh
Vibrant and diverse in essence Arunachal Pradesh is home to diverse indigenous communities with distinct languages, cultures, traditions and socio-religious...
Liyum Karga
Lessons From Namphake: Where Cultures and Buddhism Blends To Preserve the Tai Phake Identity
Waking up on a traditional chang ghar (stilt house) on a cool mid-November morning, all one hears are raindrops outside....
Barasha Das
Culturing Borders in the Indo-Myanmar Region
At the borders are many stories, told and untold, heard and unheard, visible and blurred, sad and cheerful, authoritative and...
Suanmuanlian Tonsing
The Feeling of Belonging and Identity: Tangsas of Arunachal Pradesh
Borders are ubiquitous, and so are their contestations. Borders do not only mean territorial limits but have diverse connotations attached...
Ankita Bharadwaj