CATEGORIES

The Call Of The Wild
Eclectic Northeast

The Call Of The Wild

Jeep driver-turned-rescuer, Manoj Gogoi has helped rescue and rehabilitate countless wild creatures.

time-read
4 mins  |
April 2019
The 'Reel' Magic
Eclectic Northeast

The 'Reel' Magic

An exclusive interview with the talented Soma Laishram who has won the hearts of movie lovers in Manipur and beyond.

time-read
4 mins  |
April 2019
Slice of History: Moirang
Eclectic Northeast

Slice of History: Moirang

Moirang, which is one of the largest towns in Manipur, has a rich history.

time-read
2 mins  |
November 2016
A Divisive Bill​ Creates Uproar In Assam
Eclectic Northeast

A Divisive Bill​ Creates Uproar In Assam

The wide spread protests against the proposed Citizenship Amendment Bill in Assam has provided us an important moment to reflect on the meanings of our identity as a people, the role of the State and political processes in defining it and our points of negotiation with these structures

time-read
10+ mins  |
June 2018
Juvenile Justice Takes A Backseat
Eclectic Northeast

Juvenile Justice Takes A Backseat

The absence of a Juvenile Justice Board and a functional Juvenile Home point to one fact: the failure of successive governments to handle a crucial issue

time-read
2 mins  |
June 2018
Assembly Elections: No Game-Changer
Eclectic Northeast

Assembly Elections: No Game-Changer

In all likelihood, the Congress looks set to emerge as the single largest party but will it get 30 plus seats in the 60 seat Assembly? 

time-read
3 mins  |
March 2017
Saffron Surge In Assam
Eclectic Northeast

Saffron Surge In Assam

The BJP-led alliance has come to power in Assam, riding on a strong wave. However, their real challenge starts now as they have to fulfill the promises they made

time-read
9 mins  |
July 2016
Look East Or The Great Game East?
Eclectic Northeast

Look East Or The Great Game East?

Northeast India, a storehouse of natural resources but backward economically, needs to be built up and readied if it is going to be the gateway or ‘centre’ of trade between India and East Asia

time-read
10 mins  |
October 2017
A Wave Against Corruption
Eclectic Northeast

A Wave Against Corruption

As citizens of Nagaland proclaim a war against corruption, it remains to be seen if political overtones will mar the core issue or the movement will sustain itself independently.

time-read
4 mins  |
October 2017
Exploring New Frontiers
Eclectic Northeast

Exploring New Frontiers

Entrepreneurs from the Northeast can play a vital role in connecting markets and producers of South Asia and Southeast Asia

time-read
4 mins  |
October 2017
Defending a Shared Legacy
Eclectic Northeast

Defending a Shared Legacy

The Indo-Myanmar Border Fencing Causes Widespread Resentment Among Nagas.

time-read
3 mins  |
February 2017
Exodus of Northeast Students Fuelled by Scholarships
Eclectic Northeast

Exodus of Northeast Students Fuelled by Scholarships

Government as Well as Private Scholarships Are Helping Students From This Region to Attain Their Goal of Studying Outside and Do Something Substantial for Their Region Later. 

time-read
3 mins  |
February 2017
The Winter of Discontent
Eclectic Northeast

The Winter of Discontent

Surely the founding fathers of our Constitution would not have dreamt of the many meanings that the innocuous phrase ‘Citizen of India’ now seems to have.

time-read
10+ mins  |
December 2016
Tribal Women and the Uniform Civil Code
Eclectic Northeast

Tribal Women and the Uniform Civil Code

Customary laws in Arunachal Pradesh like in other states of the Northeast have been acting as a shield for patriarchy. Does that mean that the women of the State are ready for the UCC?

time-read
2 mins  |
December 2016
Humanity Knows No Borders
Eclectic Northeast

Humanity Knows No Borders

Nagas in Nagaland reached out to their brethren across the border with essential supplies and medicines and further strengthened an age-old bond.

time-read
3 mins  |
December 2016
Piercing History With Every Metal
Eclectic Northeast

Piercing History With Every Metal

Maybe it is not the ornaments but the intimacy with which we preserve them stays with us a lifetime.

time-read
5 mins  |
April 2018
Hamlet Meets Medea In This Play On Gender Violence
Eclectic Northeast

Hamlet Meets Medea In This Play On Gender Violence

The 8th Theatre Olympics which came to India for the first time made its way to the Northeast as well.

time-read
3 mins  |
April 2018
Stitching A Tale
Eclectic Northeast

Stitching A Tale

In Nagaon’s Dagaon village in Assam, you will find many women who know how to sew the kheta, a handmade recycled quilt.

time-read
3 mins  |
April 2018
The Rise Of Sexual Violence In Assam
Eclectic Northeast

The Rise Of Sexual Violence In Assam

The problem of sexual violence against women is not a new one. The solution will also demand long term engagement

time-read
10 mins  |
May 2018
How This Quaint Valley In Arunachal Pradesh - Is Fighting With Pollution
Eclectic Northeast

How This Quaint Valley In Arunachal Pradesh - Is Fighting With Pollution

Sangti Valley is one of the only two winter homes of the endangered Black-necked cranes in India, the other being Zemithang in Tawang district.

time-read
3 mins  |
May 2018
The Politics Of 'Alifa', A Pioneering Film From Assam
Eclectic Northeast

The Politics Of 'Alifa', A Pioneering Film From Assam

Alifa’s greatest credit is that it has successfully steered a discussion on issues that hardly find resonance in mainstream Assamese society

time-read
3 mins  |
May 2018
'Climb Every Mountain' Says All India Permit, Sikkim
Eclectic Northeast

'Climb Every Mountain' Says All India Permit, Sikkim

Proprietor of a unique travel company called All India Permit, Kanupriya is not the first in the clan to pursue entrepreneurship

time-read
5 mins  |
May 2018
The Human Beatbox
Eclectic Northeast

The Human Beatbox

We take a look at the rising popularity of beatboxing in the Northeast and the artistes who are currently practicing the art

time-read
2 mins  |
May 2018
On NRC And Its Implications
Eclectic Northeast

On NRC And Its Implications

A controversial citizens’ list in India could potentially be used as cover to force Muslims out of the Northeastern State of Assam and ‘back’ to Bangladesh

time-read
5 mins  |
March 2018
Why India Isn't Really Acting East In Mizoram
Eclectic Northeast

Why India Isn't Really Acting East In Mizoram

New Delhi has a lot left to do to actually realize its grand ambitions

time-read
6 mins  |
March 2018
Deconstructing Meitei Weddings
Eclectic Northeast

Deconstructing Meitei Weddings

There is a lot of formality and decorum in Meitei weddings, starting from what can be worn to who takes the lead

time-read
3 mins  |
March 2018
The Fire-Fighting Children of The Khasi Hills
Eclectic Northeast

The Fire-Fighting Children of The Khasi Hills

Slash and burn agriculture and children firefighters are integral to a form of ‘ungoverned’ agricultural practice in the East Khasi Hills, and despite government prohibitions these practices continue

time-read
5 mins  |
March 2018
Climbing The Ladder Of Success
Eclectic Northeast

Climbing The Ladder Of Success

Alobo has performed in around 600 shows across India and at various international venues in the past five years

time-read
3 mins  |
March 2018
The Making and Hunting of Witches in Assam
Eclectic Northeast

The Making and Hunting of Witches in Assam

A regressive and dangerous practice threatens freedom and progress.

time-read
10+ mins  |
January 2017
Magh Bihu: Symbolism and Folklore
Eclectic Northeast

Magh Bihu: Symbolism and Folklore

Magh Bihu remains primarily a harvest festival - a folk tradition that is secular and dear to every Axomiya’s heart.

time-read
3 mins  |
January 2017