Tag Archives: Culture & Tradition

Easternlight Zimik To Showcase His Creation at North East Festival

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Ukhrul: Tangkhul Fashion designer, Easternlight Zimik is all set to showcase his creation at the upcoming North East Festival 2023 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi, Gate number 14 on December 23, 2023 at 5:30pm. The 11th edition of North … Continue reading →

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SHIM Collection: Weaving a Sustainable Future for Tradition and Environment launched

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SHIM, home in Tangkhul dialect, is a debut collection by Easternlight Zimik’s brand, EAST. In a world where fast fashion has taken center stage, the significance of preserving traditional weaving techniques and supporting local artisans has never been more critical. … Continue reading →

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Books on Tangkhul traditional Textiles Ornaments and Crafts released

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Ukhrul: A book titled The Textiles, Ornaments and Potteries of The Tangkhul Tribe – Cultural significance and similarities with other Naga Tribes, written by Ningshimyao Angkang Shimray was officially released on August 25. Also read | Erratic Power Supply Fumes … Continue reading →

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Pang Lhabsol observed with traditional fervour and gaiety in Sikkim

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Gangtok: Pang Lhabsol festival was celebrated across Sikkim in different monasteries on Saturday. The celebrations in the Capital were held on Palace lawns also called Tsuklakhang. The grand celebrations were marked by masked dances. Three main dances included – opening … Continue reading →

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The Captivity of Tribal Women in Northeast India

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LOOKING AT HOW TRIBAL women in/from Northeast India (NEI) freely move, travel, or migrate to the cities, they are seen as a liberated community. Considering their attire, they are seen as outgoing; those who are not bound by traditional norms. … Continue reading →

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ATSUM criticise CM Biren for defending Amit Shah over ‘Manipuri tradition to remove shoes before entering homes’

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The All Tribal Students’ Union, Manipur (ATSUM) today criticised chief minister of Manipur, N Biren Singh in a press statement saying that the it was “extremely perturbed by the his recent statement defending the insult meted out to our tribal … Continue reading →

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Food and Culture: A Call to Recover and Retain Indigenous Food Recipes

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As I was watching a food show on Netflix called the Chef’s Table, I got motivated to write this. I do not intendto advertisethe documentary series but rather, to take us back to our indigenous food culture, habits, and recipes. … Continue reading →

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The Call to Institutionalise the Honouring of Liangtuang During Chagaa Ngee

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October is named as “ChagaHiu”, the month of Chagaa festival among the Liangmai of Zeliangrong community. Due to the covid-19 pandemic, it is very unlikely that there will be community celebrations of Chagaa Ngee this year. Nevertheless, I write this … Continue reading →

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Reviving one’s culture: Building a Lengcheng Shim

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Imagine yourself living 200 years ago. We would find ourselves in an absolutely contrasting world. However, how you picture the scenario will depend on who you are and where you’re from. I am an Indian belonging to the Tangkhul Naga … Continue reading →

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Ownership of LUIRIM kachon

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Luirim Traditional dresses are emblem of allegiance, marking the person out as belonging to a discrete cultural unit and often indicate a person’s standing within the community. Clothing are far more than mere protection. Its designs and functional values conveys, … Continue reading →

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