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Time For Home Improvement!
Here are some home improvement projects that even absolute beginners will get right
Coping With Anxiety
Here are a few ways that you can deal with anxiety that you may be feeling because of the on-going pandemic
The Spread Continues
According to official reports, African Swine Fever has killed more than 1,700 pigs in Mizoram
Take the Unexplored Path
If you are looking for an underrated destination to explore this year, plan a trip to the charming town of Likabali
The Lotus Blooms Again
The Congress-led grand alliance bites dust in Assam as BJP retains power again in 2021
Painting Heritage
An up-and-coming artist from Nagaland wants to share his culture and heritage through works of art
MUSINGS OF A SOLDIER: TIT-BITS
People often ask me about my life out of uniform. Honestly, I have had no problems. Not so far. Instead, I find it quite refreshing. No routine, no parades, no briefing, no impending operations. Having donned the uniform since the age of thirteen until I hung up my boots last year, could I ever visualize life out of uniform? Not really. But, as I said, the transition has been quite smooth–no hang-overs, no regrets. People have been very positive in their interactions. Government departments have been responsive whenever I have approached for assistance.The genuine respect for the uniform is quite evident and it makes my heart swell with pride. Arunachal, to that extent, is the most nationalistic state in the country, I daresay. It has been kind of a revelation for me to experience the freedom of being a common man in an environment of positivity!
Look Good, Feel Good!
Here are four cruelty-free makeup brands that deserve a spot in your vanity bag
Manipur Introduces Gender Budget
The main objective is to bring forward a gender perspective at all stages of policy making
TAKING DAAKOR BOSON TO THE WORLD
Two artists are using visually appealing artwork to spark conversations about Assam, and the region
She Can Do It!
We take a look at women achievers who helped put Northeast India on the map
In Search of the Magic Carpet
A World Heritage Site, Bukhara is a great spot to get your fill of Islamic art and architecture
Thinking Green
It is time we work towards adopting a zero-waste lifestyle in order to help the planet
Musings of a Soldier The Beginning of a Journey
I don’t precisely remember how I joined Ramakrishna Mission School (RKMS), Aalo in 1966, but I do remember trudging 3 kms, one way, along with my elder sibling late Jarbom Gamlin – yes, the one who was in ‘politics’ and became the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh in 2011 - to attend school. I was born with six toes in my right leg – so, could never wear a pair of shoes until I got the extra toe surgically removed in January 1974 for my entry to Rashtriya Indian Military College, Dehradun (which I have spoken about in my previous ‘piece’), and perforce, I used to wear slippers to school.
Summer Playlist
We have some summer song recommendations that you can include in your playlist
Stay Calm and Eat Pizza
Guwahati has an awesome new place where you can indulge in wood fire pizzas
Free Street Library
A community-based free street library project is receiving great response in Nagaland
CONNECTING THE NORTHEAST LOGISTICS OPPORTUNITY
Improving supply chain infrastructure in the Northeast will not only be beneficial for the region, but for the nation as well
How To Travel More And Travel Often?
If you love travelling but haven’t been able to travel as much as you would like, you need to adopt these travel mantras
Covid-19 Vaccination Drive Everyone's Responsibility
Taking at look at why everyone should do their bit and help make the vaccination drive successful
Time to Vote!
Assam is getting ready to host the 2021 Assam Legislative Assembly election, even in the middle of a pandemic
The Summer Makeover
Here are some ways you can incorporate the summer theme in your home decor
The Light of Devotion
Dhekiakhowa Bornaamghar is home to a ‘Bor Saki’ that has been burning for more than 484 years
Burn Calories With Chores
Did you know that doing housework can help you burn calories and stay fit?
On the Traveller's List
Northeast India has seen a steady rise in the numbers of tourists in the past five years till 2018-19
Shelter Across the Border
Mizoram has been taking in refugees who have fled Myanmar after the coup in February
Musings of a Soldier Bravest of the Brave
For the readers of my ‘musings’, let me fast forward to my years as an officer in the Army. Not many of you would be aware that I served in the ‘infantry’ – soldiers who measure ‘victory’ on foot (!) – that too, with the ‘Gorkhas’.