Alobo Naga, born 1984 is a singer, songwriter, composer and producer from the enchanting Naga Hills and is basically a household name. Alobo formed the band ‘Alobo Naga & the band in 2011 and has won several awards for their hit video single Painted Dreams. The award winning artist is active as a solo artist […]
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Shitilong is a gigantic rock located in Mongsenyimti village of the Ao hills. Shitilong literally translates to ‘Elephant rock’. ‘Shiti’ means Elephant and ‘long’ or ‘lung’ means stone/rock in Ao- Naga dialect. This enigmatic rock was worshipped by the early settlers of the village and is still considered a sacred rock closely tied to culture and history
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Home to numerous tribes, Nagas are celebrated for their rich oral tradition. This tradition not only covers the societal cosmology but also underscores the profound bond with the surrounding natural world. While Nagaland’s presence in the literary world may be relatively young compared to other Indian states, there are indeed valuable books worth exploring from
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Mukbang, a phenomenon originated in South Korea has taken the YouTube world by storm. The word ‘Mukbang’ itself is a combination of two Korean words, ‘Muk’ meaning eat and ‘bang’ meaning room. It is a unique genre in the vast landscape of content creation that combines the art of eating with the allure of conversation,
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Traditional tales are timeless narratives which, with each retelling retain its magical allure. These tales transcends generations and are passed down orally. Traditional stories offer a glimpse into the collective imagination of mankind, connecting us to the past and offers insights into the human experience across time and space. These tales are not only enchanting
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Anishi is a traditional delicacy of the Ao-Nagas belonging to Nagaland of Northeast India. Today, it is enjoyed by many people of different cultures and region. The word ‘Anishi’ is believe to be the corrupted form of original Ao word ‘Nuoshi/ Nuushi’ which basically mean ‘Fermented taro leaves’. ‘Nu-O’ meaning Taro leaf and ‘shi’ meaning
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Among the many tales and lore that echo throughout the enchanting hills of Northeast India, the story about the pig and the dog is a popular tale that embodies the essence of culture’s beliefs, values and wisdom. Traditional tales are more often than not woven with moral lessons and societal values and this tale is
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Mount Yingnyüshang is the highest peak of the Phom Hills of Nagaland and its legend is captivating and shrouded in mysteries. The mountain is located at Hukpang Village in Longleng district and it is about 2500 m above sea level. The village is situated around 4 km from the district headquarter, Longleng. Longleng district also
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Rosep, a harmonious blend of contrasting vegetables is one among the many delicacies of Nagaland. Rosep literally mean drying out in Ao- Naga dialect and it is a signature side dish specific to Ao-Naga tribe. Rosep hosts a symphony of flavours and is safe to say that this remarkable dish marries the bold and the
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Nagas have a history of being great enthusiasts of Music. All the festivities of each tribes of Nagaland are enamored with music, folkdance and folksongs of great warriors, betrothed lovers, unreciprocated feelings, harvests, nature, spirits, religious rites and many more. Music in ancient Naga history was a way of storytelling, communication and a form of
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