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From the forests of Bastar to Rashtrapati Bhavan, India’s tribal communities are witnessing a transformation that goes beyond welfare and handouts. From historical marginalisation to economic and national mainstreaming, Amit Kumar avers. Part-2

A new emphasis on education, value addition to forest produce and grassroots capacity-building is now helping create a pathway towards greater economic and social empowerment, reasons Amit Kumar. Part-1

The mobilisation sought to turn delimitation into a wider political question against the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre’s plans and also raised CNT-SPT, Fifth Schedule, PESA, mining, land and Sarna code issues. The Indian Tribal reports

Maintaining that such acts represented a larger ideological clash between the Constitution and the RSS-BJP worldview, he urged the Uttarakhand and Central governments to ensure justice for Kharge and register an FIR. The Indian Tribal reports

Oram said people who recently joined the BJP from other parties were spending money to undermine his position and create an opportunity for themselves in the Union Cabinet. Opposition criticises him for his remarks. The Indian Tribal reports

He is an accused in the alleged tribal welfare scam and had to resign in June 2024 too as the then Tribal Welfare Minister of State when the controversy over the issue first erupted. The Indian Tribal reports

उनकी पहल दिखाती है कि आदिवासी ज्ञान और सामुदायिक भागीदारी आने वाली पीढ़ियों के लिए देशी फसल विविधता के संरक्षण में किस तरह मददगार हो सकती है। नीरोज रंजन मिश्रा की रिपोर्ट

Modi’s Khelo India vision seeks to move Indian sports policy beyond medal counting towards a wider ecosystem spanning grassroots participation, talent identification, sports science and new sporting careers. The Indian Tribal reports

हमने हाल ही में "आदिवासी दाइयों का सम्मान: जीवन और कल्याण की सुरक्षा" विषय के साथ विश्व के आदिवासी लोगों का अंतरराष्ट्रीय दिवस मनाया। अर्चना ज्योति दो अध्ययनों के जरिए यह बताती हैं कि आदिवासी समुदायों में पारंपरिक दाइयाँ अब भी क्यों अपरिहार्य बनी हुई हैं

The dispute has now become a test of the State’s tribal education policy as well as a fresh opposition-versus-government battle. The Indian Tribal reports

Police used water cannons and lathi charge to control the crowd which broke barricades while marching towards the Chief Minister’s residence demanding the scrapping of the 70th BPSC exam. The ambit now extends beyond one examination to questions of recruitment transparency, accountability and youth trust. The Indian Tribal [...]

The case comes amid a wider recruitment-exam crisis in Jharkhand, with protests, examination cancellations and legal challenges adding to pressure on the state recruitment system. The Indian Tribal reports

While the announcements strengthen Vijay’s welfare-focused political positioning, the scale of the commitments raises questions about fiscal sustainability, implementation and the government’s ability to balance welfare with infrastructure-led growth. The Indian Tribal reports

Two enterprising tribals, one a former addict himself, are helping youths recover from addiction at their recovery centres. However, climate change can impact both addiction and recovery in a vulnerable mountainous state like Sikkim, writes Deepanwita Gita Niyogi

Maize is cultivated across nearly 65,000 hectares in this district, producing around 7.8 lakh metric tonnes annually but low market prices, limited awareness of MSP and quality-linked pricing remain challenges for growers, finds out Niroj Ranjan Misra

The aspirants warned they would resume the movement on a larger scale if their remaining demands were not addressed within the deadline. Meanwhile, candidates appointed through the cancelled JSSC-CGL recruitment intensified their protest outside Project Bhawan demanding to be heard and protected. The Indian Tribal reports

The first phase of the student agitation may have achieved its biggest demand, but Tuesday's counter-protest by CGL-pass employees and the unresolved CBI demand show that Jharkhand's recruitment crisis is far from over. The Indian Tribal reports

The government's reversal comes after weeks of mounting pressure, arrests in the wider examination irregularities investigation, an increasingly confrontational protest and a looming August 20 gherao of the Chief Minister's residence. The Indian Tribal reports

उत्कल विश्वविद्यालय के सेंटर ऑफ एक्सीलेंस इन स्टडीज़ ऑन ट्राइबल एंड मार्जिनलाइज़्ड कम्युनिटीज़ की रिपोर्ट ने चेतावनी दी है कि तीव्र सामाजिक-आर्थिक बदलाव से सदियों पुरानी आदिवासी विवाह परंपराएँ विलुप्त होने से पहले उनका व्यवस्थित दस्तावेजीकरण किया जाना चाहिए। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट। भाग-2

Modi’s strong youth focus comes against the backdrop of the Gen Z-led Jantar Mantar agitation over examination irregularities, which culminated in Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation on July 25. The Indian Tribal reports

Amid JPSC-JSSC Protests, Soren sought to reposition the standoff as a wider conversation with Jharkhand’s youth, urging students, parents and teachers to help reshape the examination system. His assurances, however, leave the central demands of the agitation unresolved. The Indian Tribal reports

In her customary address to the nation on the eve of Independence Day, the President placed cultural identity, indigenous wisdom and protection of nature alongside the country’s development goals. Her references gave a distinct tribal dimension to the national message. The Indian Tribal reports

While Rajasthan has reduced maternal mortality, tribal regions continue to face significant development challenges. The Bhils’ experience underscores why safeguarding traditional midwifery also means protecting forests, cultural identity and community rights, Dr Darshan Kalasua avers. Part-2

The Bhils of Rajasthan offer a compelling example of how indigenous knowledge continues to shape maternal care. Among India's largest tribal communities, the Bhils have preserved a holistic system in which childbirth, nature, spirituality and community life are deeply interconnected, Dr Darshan Kalasua writes. Part-1

The students, however, maintained that their movement is about examination reforms and a CBI probe, and vowed to continue their agitation despite the widening political battle. The Indian Tribal reports

Jharkhand BJP has called a statewide bandh on Tuesday even as CM Hemant Soren issued an open appeal to the students to continue the dialogue, and the CID arrested the former JPSC chief L. Khiangte. The Indian Tribal reports

Students said they would continue their agitation and march towards the Jharkhand Assembly on Monday, insisting that a CBI investigation was essential to uncover those behind the alleged irregularities. The Indian Tribal reports

Speaking at the inauguration of the two-day Adivasi Mahostav, 2026, the Chief Minister said problems involving the State's youth should be resolved through dialogue and constitutional means, not through batons, bullets or force. The Indian Tribal reports

फिल्म फेस्टिवल के दौरान आदिवासी जीवन, स्वदेशी संस्कृति, सामाजिक सरोकारों और उत्कृष्ट सिनेमा पर आधारित फिल्मों का प्रदर्शन किया जाएगा। महोत्सव में 33 जनजातियों की संस्कृति और परंपराओं की प्रस्तुति भी होगी। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

As we mark the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples (on August 9), themed "Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being", Archana Jyoti dishes out two recent studies revealing why traditional midwives remain indispensable in tribal communities

यह वृक्ष केवल जंगलों की शान नहीं, बल्कि आदिवासी जीवन, ग्रामीण अर्थव्यवस्था, पारंपरिक चिकित्सा, जैव विविधता और जलवायु सुरक्षा का सबसे मजबूत आधार माना जाता है। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट भाग-2

महापौर रोशनी खलखो के सपने से शुरू हो रही अनूठी पहल, ‘सखुआ महोत्सव’, के बहाने जानिए उस वृक्ष की कहानी, जिसने सदियों से आदिवासी जीवन, सरहुल, जंगल और झारखंड की पहचान को जीवित रखा है। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट भाग-1

मुख्यमंत्री ने कहा शिबू सोरेन का आंदोलन राजनीति से कहीं बड़ा था; नई पीढ़ी को उनके संघर्ष, इतिहास और सामाजिक न्याय के मूल्यों से जोड़ना समय की सबसे बड़ी जरूरत है। लुकैयाटांड़ में शिबू की भव्य प्रतिमा का अनावरण किया, विकास मेला-सह-परितोषिक वितरण कार्यक्रम में भी हुए शामिल। [...]

उत्कल विश्वविद्यालय के अध्ययन में सामने आया है कि वधू मूल्य की परंपरा यहाँ दहेज से बिल्कुल अलग है और इसका उद्देश्य रिश्तों को मजबूत बनाना तथा सामाजिक उत्तरदायित्व साझा करना है। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट।भाग-1

The airport pays tribute to one of India's most revered tribal freedom fighters and is expected to transform connectivity and economic growth in north coastal Andhra. The Indian Tribal reports

More than a cultural performance, Dhimsa embodies community life, ecological wisdom and women's leadership among the tribes of north coastal Andhra. The record-setting event has renewed interest in preserving one of India's most vibrant indigenous dance traditions. The Indian Tribal reports

She said Bastar Pandum is helping preserve indigenous traditions while opening new avenues for tourism and livelihoods. She also pointed to improving infrastructure and education as signs of the region's changing future. The Indian Tribal reports

The agreement mandates community consent, equitable benefit sharing and capacity building for tribal youth besides generating sustainable livelihoods through science-backed biodiversity conservation. The Indian Tribal reports

The national conference brought together 150 Pahariya PVTG representatives from four states to prepare a five-year development roadmap as they said decades of welfare schemes have failed to deliver meaningful change. The Indian Tribal reports

राष्ट्रीय बाघ संरक्षण प्राधिकरण की मंजूरी के बाद पलामू टाइगर रिजर्व में बाघों की संख्या बढ़ाने की तैयारी के साथ आदिवासी सांस्कृतिक विरासत को भी संरक्षण अभियान से जोड़ा गया है। दीपन्विता गीता नियोगी की रिपोर्ट

The report by Utkal University’s Centre of Excellence in Studies on Tribal and Marginalized Communities urges systematic documentation of indigenous marriage customs before rapid socio-economic change erodes their centuries-old traditions. The Indian Tribal reports. Part-2

The study documents how parents, uncles, village elders and even mediators collectively contribute to bride price, reflecting a worldview where marriage binds entire communities rather than just two individuals. The Indian Tribal reports. PART-1

झारखंड फिल्म डेवलपमेंट कॉर्पोरेशन और सत्यजीत रे फिल्म एंड टेलीविजन इंस्टीट्यूट के बीच हुए समझौते से राज्य में फिल्म शिक्षा और कंटेंट क्रिएशन को नई दिशा मिलेगी। शुरुआती चरण में फिल्म निर्माण से जुड़े विभिन्न विषयों के अल्पकालिक व्यावसायिक पाठ्यक्रम शुरू किए जाएंगे। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट [...]

State clears Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to ensure children with life-long illnesses and disabilities are not denied board examinations because of prolonged medical absence. The Indian Tribal reports

The panel will examine constitutional provisions, legal precedents and policies followed by the Centre and states before recommending a roadmap for Maharashtra. The issue has reignited a wider debate over tribal identity, constitutional safeguards and religious conversion. The Indian Tribal reports

The protesters said the police action came because their leader Amit Bhatnagar was going to expose an alleged corruption of Rs 400 crore in the Ken-Betwa project today. The Indian Tribal reports

उनका प्रयास जलवायु परिवर्तन के दौर में टिकाऊ कृषि और खाद्य सुरक्षा की दिशा में महत्वपूर्ण पहल माना जा रहा है, बता रहे हैं निरोज रंजन मिसरा

Former professional footballers are nurturing children despite poor infrastructure, limited sponsorship and years of instability, writes Deepanwita Gita Niyogi

She proved that India's richest traditions live in memory, performance and community. Her passing leaves an irreplaceable void in the country's intangible cultural heritage, writes Shweta Singh. PART-2

In remembering Teejan Bai, it is easy to reach for the obvious words: legend, icon, pioneer. All are true. But none quite capture the full force of what she did to Pandavani, and what Pandavani did through her, writes Shweta Singh. PART-1

The State government signed 14 major MoUs covering steel, cement, artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure and tourism with industry leaders like Jindal, Google, Tata Steel and Ambuja. Chief Minister Hemant Soren also proposed enhanced incentives for tribal entrepreneurs. The Indian Tribal reports

The State government launched a two-day National Stakeholders Consultation in New Delhi to gather industry feedback on six proposed policies covering AI, investment, tourism, textiles, PPP and industrial regulations. The Indian Tribal reports

Adopted at the conclusion of a two-day national workshop, the Declaration outlines institutional reforms, technology integration and community participation as the pillars of the future TRI ecosystem. The Indian Tribal reports

A two-day national workshop is expected to culminate in Bhubaneswar Declaration, outlining the future direction of Tribal Research Institutes across India. The Indian Tribal reports

Months after suspending their agitation on the administration's assurance, affected tribal communities and farmers have returned to the protest site. They allege that promises on compensation, rehabilitation and verification of claims remain largely unfulfilled. The Indian Tribal reports

His initiative demonstrates how tribal knowledge and community participation can help protect native crop diversity for future generations, writes Niroj Ranjan Misra

The two-day event, featuring Business-to-Government interactions, strategic MoUs, launch of digital portals and stakeholder consultations on key policies, seeks to position Jharkhand as a preferred destination for investment, innovation and sustainable economic growth. The Indian Tribal reports

घटते उत्पादन और कम मजदूरी के कारण बड़े पैमाने पर पलायन बढ़ रहा है। विशेषज्ञों का कहना है कि इससे महिलाओं की तस्करी, शोषण और असुरक्षा की आशंका भी बढ़ रही है। दीपान्विता गीता नियोगी की रिपोर्ट

हूल दिवस पर मुख्यमंत्री सोरेन ने झारखण्ड की राजधानी रांची में सिदो-कान्हू उद्यान परिसर में आयोजित रक्तदान शिविर में शामिल होकर रक्तदाताओं के बीच प्रशस्ति-पत्र भी वितरित किया। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

At a place where Satyajit Ray created cinematic magic in 1970, tiger folklore is making a comeback, signaling stronger wildlife protection and the conservation of indigenous cultural traditions, discovers Deepanwita Gita Niyogi

आदिवासी समुदाय अपनी पारंपरिक आस्थाओं को अलग धार्मिक श्रेणी के रूप में दर्ज करने की मांग कर रहे हैं। उनका तर्क है कि अलग कोड के अभाव में उनकी विशिष्ट धार्मिक पहचान बड़े धर्मों में समाहित होकर अदृश्य हो जाती है। विशाल तिवारी की रिपोर्ट

हिमाचल प्रदेश के जनजातीय जिले किन्नौर में एक 31 वर्षीय युवा की पंचायत चुनाव में जीत को राजनीतिक बदलाव के संकेत के रूप में देखा जा रहा है, लिखती हैं आँचल सेठ

She commended the local communities adjoining the Kuno National Park for their grassroots efforts in protecting and creating awareness about the reintroduced cheetahs. The Indian Tribal reports

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for making yoga a lifelong practice rather than a one-day event. The Indian Tribal reports

Both underlined the need for inclusive development centred on tribal communities and launched and inaugurated development projects worth Rs 47,600 crore across key sectors. The Indian Tribal reports

The President expressed confidence that India could eliminate sickle cell-related diseases well before 2047 through collective efforts by states and communities. The Indian Tribal reports

Maintaining that tribal communities embody the core inspirations of spirituality through their close relationship with nature, she stressed that true empowerment goes beyond economic growth and must be rooted in self-respect, awareness and social responsibility. The Indian Tribal reports

जीआई टैग से उत्पादों को कानूनी संरक्षण, बाजार में विशिष्ट पहचान और बेहतर मूल्य मिलने का मार्ग प्रशस्त होगा। इससे झारखण्ड के कारीगरों, बुनकरों और पारंपरिक समुदायों की आय बढ़ाने में भी मदद मिलेगी। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

Climate-induced distress is deepening an already fragile social crisis in the Darjeeling, Terai and Dooars regions with women bearing the brunt, finds out Deepanwita Gita Niyogi

मुख्यमंत्री ने नशा मुक्त झारखंड बनाने के उद्देश्य से आयोजित राज्यव्यापी जागरूकता अभियान का किया शुभारम्भ, हरी झंडी दिखाकर प्रचार-प्रसार वाहनों को किया रवाना। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

From Madhya Pradesh to Jharkhand to Chhattisgarh, tribal communities are calling for distinct recognition of their traditional faiths in the national Census. They argue that a separate code is essential to prevent the statistical dilution of indigenous religious identities. Vishal Tiwari takes a closer look

पलायन, जल संकट और कमजोर बुनियादी सुविधाओं के बावजूद समुदाय आत्मनिर्भरता की ओर बढ़ रहा है। स्थानीय स्तर पर पारंपरिक और सामुदायिक प्रयासों ने गांवों में पोषण और आजीविका की नई उम्मीद जगाई है। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has alleged that thousands of acres of tribal land were transferred to missionary institutions in violation of the Chotanagpur Tenancy (CNT) Act and which led to demographic changes. Sudhir Kumar Mishra reports

The Chief Minister’s defence argued there was no direct evidence connecting him to the disputed land, but the court declined to discharge him at this stage. Sudhir Kumar Mishra reports

Emerging from the backdrop of a movement against unchecked development, a 31-year-old’s victory reflects how the youth’s environmental concerns are increasingly shaping conversations around governance and democracy, writes Aanchal Seth

The unique alliance of ancient forest wisdom and cutting-edge satellite technology is quietly reclaiming the wild and bringing long-lost visitors back to the canopy, writes Deepanwita Gita Niyogi

मुख्यमंत्री हेमन्त सोरेन ने अनुसूचित जनजाति, अनुसूचित जाति, अल्पसंख्यक एवं पिछड़ा वर्ग कल्याण विभाग की योजनाओं की विस्तृत समीक्षा की। उन्होंने योजनाओं के पारदर्शी, समयबद्ध और परिणामोन्मुख क्रियान्वयन पर विशेष जोर दिया। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

छत्तीसगढ़ में तैनात आदिवासी पुलिस अधिकारी ने सात बड़े ऑपरेशनों में हिस्सा लेकर महिलाओं के लिए नई मिसाल कायम की है। उनका मानना है कि महिलाओं को नेतृत्व की जिम्मेदारी भी संभालनी चाहिए। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

The tour also drew attention online after Modi gifted Melody chocolates to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, reviving the viral “Modi + Meloni = Melody” trend on social media. The Indian Tribal reports

वनाधिकार कानून के कमजोर क्रियान्वयन और ग्राम सभाओं की शक्तियों में कमी से आदिवासी नेतृत्व वाले संरक्षण के भविष्य पर गंभीर चिंताएं खड़ी हो गई हैं, लिखते हैं अंकित मिश्रा

मुख्यमंत्री ने इसे आदिवासी समाज को डिजिटल रूप से एकजुट करने की बड़ी पहल बताया। उन्होंने कहा कि यह ऐप संस्कृति, भाषा, परंपरा और रोजगार के नए अवसरों को बढ़ावा देगा। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

A massive tribal mobilisation, held during the ongoing 150th birth anniversary year of tribal icon Birsa Munda, at Delhi’s Red Fort brought together representatives from more than 550 communities demanding the removal of converted tribals from the Scheduled Tribe category. The Indian Tribal reports

वह और उनकी 10 सदस्यीय टीम अभयारण्य के कोठारी रेंज में फसल नुकसान कम करने और हाथियों व आदिवासी समुदायों की सुरक्षा सुनिश्चित करने के लिए दिन-रात मेहनत करती है। The Indian tribal बता रहा है कि वे यह काम कैसे करती हैं

संगठनों ने कहा कि आयोजन से जुड़े समूह “सरना-सनातन एक” जैसे नारों के जरिए आदिवासी समुदाय की स्वतंत्र धार्मिक पहचान को समाप्त करना चाहते हैं। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

44,605 करोड़ रुपये की महत्वाकांक्षी नदी जोड़ो परियोजना सरकार और आदिवासियों के बीच नया टकराव बन चुकी है। ऐसे में विशाल तिवारी इस ज्वलंत मुद्दे की पड़ताल करते हैं कि क्या राज्य और जनता पारंपरिक जल प्रबंधन प्रणालियों पर भरोसा कर बेहतर रास्ता चुन सकते हैं?

Named after Bhagwan Birsa Munda, ‘BIRSA 101’ is moving towards clinical and manufacturing development with support from the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and collaboration with Serum Institute of India. The Indian Tribal reports

India’s forests absorb 22% of the country’s carbon emissions, with millions of Adivasis acting as frontline custodians of these ecosystems. Yet, poor implementation of the Forest Rights Act and dilution of Gram Sabha powers raise serious concerns over the future of tribal-led conservation, avers Ankit Mishra

She and her team of 10 members work tirelessly inside the Kothari range of the Sanctuary to minimize crop damage and ensure the safety of both elephants and tribal communities. Deepanwita Gita Nyogi tells us how they do it

A former teacher with a grassroots image, Tudu was inducted in the Suvendu Adhikari Cabinet and took oath in Santhali. Having won all the 16 ST seats of the State, the BJP is positioning his elevation as a message of stronger tribal representation in Bengal politics. The Indian [...]

With the ambitious Rs 44,605-crore river-linking project becoming the latest flashpoint between the Government and tribals, Vishal Tiwari deep dives into the critical issue to analyse if both the State and the people could do well to fall back on proven traditional water management systems

The children worked for over 10 hours daily, from around 6 am to 9 am and again from noon until evening. In lieu, their families were paid a paltry Rs 1000-2000 per month. The Indian Tribal reports

It was a complete sweep of the tribal belts by the BJP in the two States in the recent Assembly elections. Interestingly, it stands in stark contrast to neighbouring Jharkhand, where tribals have been voting en masse against the BJP over the past two polls. The Indian Tribal [...]

The Sarna code issue carries significant political weight. The ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha has consistently championed the demand, framing it as a matter of identity, dignity and constitutional recognition of the tribals. The Indian Tribal reports

The illiterate man’s shocking act has exposed gaps in financial awareness and institutional response even as it has triggered administrative intervention and questions over banking outreach in rural areas. The Indian Tribal reports

The Hindi version of the song, released on March 15 on YouTube, had drawn huge public outrage for its sexually explicit lyrics forcing the makers to remove it from the platform. The National Commission for Women (NCW) had summoned Dutt and co-star Nora Fatehi over the controversy. The [...]

Leaders and influencers stressed the urgent need to protect tribal traditions in the digital era. A dedicated digital platform to connect tribal talent, culture, and entrepreneurship nationwide was announced. Sudhir Kumar Mishra reports

रांची में आयोजित कोलोकीयम में महिलाओं के खिलाफ अपराध और डायन प्रथा जैसे गंभीर मुद्दों पर गहन चर्चा हुई। विशेषज्ञों ने इसे अंधविश्वास के साथ-साथ सामाजिक असमानता और पितृसत्ता से जुड़ी समस्या बताया। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

Despite migration, water scarcity and poor infrastructure, the community is moving towards self-sufficiency. Seed banks and traditional practices are reshaping livelihoods at the grassroots. Deepanwita Gita Niyogi takes a look

Addressing rallies in Purulia, Jhargram and Bankura,, part of tribal-dominated Junglemahal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday sought to reach out to the Adivasis raising issues of infiltration, land grab, demographic change and alleged insult to Santali language. The Indian Tribal reports

The BJP and TIPRA Motha contested against each other in the council elections despite being allies in the State government. The CPI(M) and Congress failed to win a single seat for the second straight time. The Indian Tribal reports

On March 30 this year, Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared in the Lok Sabha that India has effectively become free from Naxals. Tribal police officer Amrita Painkra shares with Deepanwita Gita Niyogi her experiences of being part of anti-Naxal ops

जो एक फसल कटाई के बाद के आजीविका प्रयोग के रूप में शुरू हुआ था, वह अब 50 आदिवासी महिलाओं के लिए एक उभरते हुए उद्यम में बदल गया है, कहते हैं निरोज रंजन मिश्रा

मुख्यमंत्री हेमंत सोरेन और विधायक कल्पना सोरेन ने मोरहाबादी स्थित सिदो-कान्हू उद्यान पहुंचकर सिदो-कान्हू की प्रतिमा पर माल्यार्पण कर उन्हें विनम्र श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित की। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

Whether it is a vote for change or an overwhelming support to the incumbent dispensations will be clear on result day on May 4. Of the 296 seats that went to polls on Thursday (April 9), 21 were reserved for Scheduled Tribes. The Indian Tribal reports

कम मजदूरी और शौचालयों की कमी के कारण चाय बागान की महिला मजदूरों के लिए मासिक धर्म हर महीने एक गंभीर स्वास्थ्य संकट बन जाता है। लेकिन इस उरांव समुदाय की इंजीनियर-से-नृत्यांगना बनी युवती की जमीनी पहल लंबे समय से व्यवस्था द्वारा नजरअंदाज की गई महिला श्रमिकों के [...]

Dozens of police personnel and local tribal villagers sustained serious injuries during a violent confrontation over road construction at the Sijimali bauxite reserve. The Indian Tribal reports

Protesters have responded by torching vehicles and storming security outposts as ethnic tensions threaten to reach a fresh breaking point in the strife-torn northeastern State. The Indian Tribal reports

पूर्वोत्तर के इस राज्य की पहाड़ियों में छिपी है एक अद्भुत, अनूठा हस्तकरघा कला जो चुपचाप एक ऐसी जनजाति की कहानी बयां करती है जिसमें प्राचीन स्वदेशी मान्यताएँ बौद्ध आध्यात्मिकता से मिलती हैं, लिखते हैं कृपासिंधु डे

As India eyes a rise in tiger numbers by 2026, the role of local tribal communities like the Chenchus is becoming central to the success of conservation efforts, avers Deepanwita Gita Niyogi

The two young athletes are inspiring examples of turning adversity into achievement with stirring gold medal victories in Raipur. Their journeys reflect resilience shaped by grief, illness and relentless pursuit of excellence. The Indian Tribal reports

आदिवासी किसानों की आय बढ़ाने के उद्देश्य से शुरू की गई कॉफी की खेती बस्तर में मिश्रित परिणाम दे रही है। जल संकट और असफल बोरवेल इस महत्वाकांक्षी प्रयोग में व्यवधान खड़े कर रहे हैं। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

Around 3,800 participants from 30 states are taking part in disciplines like archery, athletics, football, hockey, swimming, weightlifting, and wrestling. The event blends competition with culture, showcasing India’s rich tribal heritage on a national platform. The Indian Tribal reports

The JMM has entered Assam’s electoral fray with candidates on 21 seats, targeting tea tribes and indigenous communities. The Indian Tribal deep dives into JMM’s strengths and weaknesses to find out that its immediate goal is as much about expansion and establishing relevance as it is about winning [...]

पुरस्कार ग्रहण करने के पश्चात कल्पना ने कहा कि महिलाओं को उद्यमी और नेतृत्वकर्ता के रूप में देखने की जरूरत है। उन्होंने हाशिए की महिलाओं की आवाज को मुख्यधारा में लाने पर जोर दिया।उन्होंने यह सम्मान देश-दुनिया की हर संघर्षशील महिला को समर्पित किया। The Indian Tribal की [...]

Hidden in the hills of this northeastern State lies a remarkable handloom art that quietly narrates the story of a tribe where ancient indigenous beliefs meet Buddhist spirituality, writes Kripasindhu Dey

सरहुल के अवसर पर मुख्यमंत्री ने प्रकृति संरक्षण, परंपराओं के निर्वहन और सामुदायिक एकता का संदेश दिया। उन्होंने कहा कि यह पर्व प्रकृति और मानव के गहरे संबंध का जीवंत प्रतीक है। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

जब साल के पेड़ों पर फूल खिलते हैं, तब सरहुल आता है—नई शुरुआत का संदेश लेकर। यह उत्सव जीवन, प्रेम और पर्यावरण के प्रति आभार का सामूहिक अभिव्यक्ति है। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

The new brand seeks to redefine the narrative around India’s tribal crafts. Backed by leading designers, the initiative also focuses on fair profit-sharing, cultural preservation, inclusive growth and sustainable livelihoods for tribal communities. The Indian Tribal reports

Both Bhil women have transformed personal struggles into community leadership, setting an example of lasting change in tribal society. Vikas Meshram explains how when women move forward, the entire community becomes empowered. PART-3

The Bharatiya Janata Party currently has the highest stake, holding 13 ST seats across Assam and West Bengal, while the Trinamool Congress holds 9 ST seats, mainly in West Bengal. The Indian Tribal reports

Challenging the deeply rooted traditions of child marriage and untouchability in Rajasthan’s Bhil tribal community, this Anganwadi worker has become a guardian of education, nutrition, and dignity for girls. Vikas Meshram reports. PART-2

Hosted at Travancore Palace, the Fest became one of the most significant showcases of indigenous visual culture in the national capital for 11 days. Beyond numbers, the event created a rare cultural bridge between tribal artists, contemporary creators and new audiences, writes Shweta Singh

In the hill-dominated, Bhil-majority villages of Banswara district, generations have lived under the burden of water scarcity, lack of employment, limited education, and rigid social traditions. Yet amid these challenges, four tribal women have emerged—not only transforming their own lives but becoming powerful sources of inspiration for their [...]

The washroom set up for the President also reportedly did not have water for which too an explanation has been sought from the State government. The Indian Tribal reports

Ahead of the Assembly polls in West Bengal, the controversy escalated in no time. PM Modi termed it shameful and unprecedented while Banerjee accused the President of "playing politics". The Indian Tribal reports

At the 9th International Santal Conference at Darjeeling, West Bengal, she said the year 2003 will always be remembered in the history of the Santali community as the Santali language was included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India. The Indian Tribal reports

The festival has brought together over 75 eminent tribal artists and is showcasing nearly 1,000 artworks spanning 30 distinct tribal art forms from across the country. The Indian Tribal reports

Though nutritious and wholesome, tribal cuisine remains largely absent from mainstream restaurants. Marginalisation, vanishing forests and lack of awareness are key reasons, experts share with Deepanwita Gita Niyogi

Introduced to boost tribal farmers’ incomes, coffee cultivation in Bastar has produced mixed results with borewells failing and plants withering. Deepanwita Gita Niyogi reports

दोनों भील महिलाओं ने व्यक्तिगत संघर्षों को सामुदायिक नेतृत्व में बदलकर आदिवासी समाज में स्थायी परिवर्तन की मिसाल पेश की है। विकास मेश्राम बता रहे हैं कैसे जब महिलाएं आगे बढ़ती हैं तो पूरा समुदाय सशक्त होता है PART-3

राजस्थान के भील आदिवासी समाज में गहरी जड़ें जमा चुकी बाल विवाह और छुआछूत की परंपराओं को चुनौती देकर यह आंगनवाड़ी कार्यकर्ता बनीं शिक्षा, पोषण और बेटियों की गरिमा की प्रहरी। विकास मेश्राम की रिपोर्ट PART-2

Petitioners claimed bodies were dug up without consent and reburied at distant or undisclosed locations. The apex court has sought the State government’s response within four weeks. The Indian Tribal reports

बांसवाड़ा जिले के पहाड़ी इलाकों में बसे भील-बहुल गांवों में पानी की किल्लत, रोजगार की कमी, अपर्याप्त शिक्षा और पुरानी सामाजिक परंपराओं का बोझ पीढ़ियों से चला आ रहा है। लेकिन इन्हीं चुनौतियों के बीच चार आदिवासी महिलाएं ऐसी उभरी हैं जिन्होंने न सिर्फ अपने जीवन को [...]

Low wages and lack of toilets make menstruation a monthly health crisis for tea garden workers. But this Oraon engineer-cum-dancer’s grassroots effort is improving health outcomes for female workers long ignored by the system, Deepanwita Gita Niyogi discovers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had on July 1, 2023 launched the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission (NSCAEM) from Shahdol in Madhya Pradesh. The PM also launched a Sickle Cell National Portal and released guidelines for the management of the disease and different modules for its monitoring. The [...]

With participation of over 55,000 tribals, Bastar Pandum 2026 emerged as a statement against Naxalism through culture. The Union Home Minister outlined a roadmap combining security, rehabilitation, and economic development. Shweta Singh reports

In a land once defined by fear and silence, songs, rituals and flavours are now speaking loudly. Bastar Pandum has emerged as both a cultural revival and a marker of lasting peace. Shweta Singh reports

She encouraged tribals to speak openly about the challenges they face in the forest region. She inaugurated new mobile towers aimed at improving connectivity for remote villages inside the famed tiger reserve. The Indian Tribal reports

Trained under a government-supported programme in 2004, a tribal artisan duo has devoted their lives to the rare craft that others abandoned due to low returns. Niroj Ranjan Misra gets amazed at their craftsmanship

भूटिया और लेपचा समुदाय के युवा स्केटबोर्डिंग को सिर्फ खेल नहीं, बल्कि आत्म-अभिव्यक्ति का ज़रिया बना रहे हैं। यह खेल उन्हें अवसाद, नशे और सामाजिक दबावों से बाहर निकलने में मदद कर रहा है। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

The proposals span steel, power, cement, renewable energy and manufacturing sectors. The State Government released company-wise investment and potential employment figures. The Indian Tribal reports

मध्य प्रदेश के पेंच टाइगर रिज़र्व के एक छोटे से गांव में दो दर्दनाक बाघ हमलों ने गोंड आदिवासियों की पुनर्वास की इच्छा को और प्रबल कर दिया है। इस बीच वे दैवीय हस्तक्षेप की भी कामना कर रहे हैं। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

ओलंपिक स्वर्ण पदक विजेता, संविधान निर्माता और एक प्रखर आदिवासी आवाज़—मरांग गोमके (महान नेता) ने एक ही जीवन में कई भूमिकाएँ निभाईं। The Indian tribal यहाँ उनके अत्यंत समृद्ध जीवन-यात्रा पर प्रकाश डाल रहा है

GI टैग मिलने के दो साल बाद डोंगरिया कोंध शॉल को वैश्विक पहचान तो मिली, पर उसके साथ एकरूपता की मांग भी बढ़ी। सवाल यह है कि क्या परंपरा बाजार की शर्तों पर टिक पाएगी? The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

States used culture, history and innovation to foreground tribal contributions to India’s growth story. The tableaus blended tradition with modern aspirations, reinforcing inclusive nation-building. The Indian Tribal reports

CM Hemant Soren’s visit spanned St John’s, All Souls and Somerville Colleges, combining legacy preservation, academic collaboration and student engagement. The Indian Tribal reports

In her Republic Day eve address, the President placed strong emphasis on the welfare, history and leadership potential of tribal communities. The Indian Tribal reports

On the eve of 77th Republic Day, the Centre on Sunday announced 131 Padma Awards for 2026 to a wide range of achievers like veteran actor Dharmendra, cricketer Rohit Sharma, and singer Alka Yagnik among others. The list includes five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma [...]

Collaborations with leading industry groups and global research institutions aim to shift Jharkhand from a resource extraction economy to an innovation-driven industrial hub. The focus also aligns with India’s low-carbon transition and future manufacturing needs. The Indian Tribal reports

Alongside heritage diplomacy, the State showcased its economic, cultural, and youth potential in the United Kingdom. The outreach aligns with the UK–India Strategic Partnership and Jharkhand’s 25 years of Statehood. The Indian Tribal reports

Chief Minister Hemant Soren’s meetings at Davos are seemingly translating into concrete investment intent across manufacturing, technology, logistics, and social infrastructure. The Indian Tribal reports

Chief Minister Hemant Soren became the first tribal elected leader from India to be presented with the WEF white badge. He outlined a long-term vision aligned with Viksit Bharat (Developed India) 2047 and Samriddh Jharkhand (Prosperous Jharkhand) 2050. The Indian Tribal reports

Led by Chief Minister Hemant Soren, the State —celebrating its silver jubilee— is pitching a development model rooted in nature, people, and sustainability. The Indian Tribal reports

ओडिशा के संबलपुर जिले के एक धुरुआ आदिवासी किसान जैविक खेती और लोककला के जरिए देसी धान की किस्मों को संरक्षित कर रहे हैं। निरोज रंजन मिसरा को उन्होंने बताया कि बीज, मिट्टी और संस्कृति मिलकर ही टिकाऊ कृषि का भविष्य सुरक्षित कर सकते हैं

A few passionate individuals from the indigenous Bhutia and Lepcha communities are rooting for a sport, which is both cool and rebellious, and part of the Olympics. Deepanwita Gita Niyogi finds out more

As the prized Kapdaganda shawl celebrates its second anniversary of Geographical Indication (GI) status, Dongria Kondh artisans face rising market pressure and calls for uniformity. Recognition has brought visibility, but also new threats to tradition, finds out Deepanwita Gita Niyogi

यह जनजातीय भोजन परंपरा का मूल हिस्सा है, जो पोषण और संस्कृति दोनों की धुरी पर टिका है। सौमेंद्र नाथ दास बता रहे हैं कैसे तेजी से बदलते मौसम और जंगलों की क्षति इसके अस्तित्व पर नई चुनौतियाँ खड़ी कर रही हैं

This Dhurua tribal is using organic farming and folk songs to preserve indigenous rice and train thousands of other farmers. His journey is rooted in the belief that seeds, soil and songs can together secure the future. Niroj Ranjan Misra finds out more about the man on a [...]

An Olympics gold medallist, a constitutionalist and a fierce tribal voice, he lived many lives in one. On his birth anniversary (January 3), The Indian Tribal sheds some light on his highly accomplished life’s journey

मुख्यमंत्री ने कहा, खरसावां के वीर शहीदों के वंशजों को सम्मानित करने हेतु विशेष आयोग का होगा गठन। जल-जंगल-जमीन की रक्षा में बलिदान देने वाले वीरों का सम्मान राज्य का नैतिक दायित्व है। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

Two tragic tiger attacks have aggravated the desire of Gond tribal residents of a small village in Pench Tiger Reserve of Madhya Pradesh to relocate even as they invoke divine intervention. Deepanwita Gita Niyogi learns more about the issue on hand

Underscoring the importance of tribal identity, education and cultural pride while addressing the Antarrajyiy Jansanskritik Samagam Samaroh – Kartik Jatra in Gumla, Jharkhand, she called on citizens and institutions alike to ensure the heroic stories of tribal icons are carried forward to future generations. The Indian Tribal reports

The President recalled the legacy of Ol Chiki creator Pandit Raghunath Murmu in a speech delivered entirely in Santali language. She also took everyone by surprise as she sang a traditional Santali prayer song. Animesh Bisoee reports

Ahead of President Droupadi Murmu’s visit to Jamshedpur at the centenary celebrations of Ol Chiki, Santali writers and experts lament the delay by Jharkhand and Odisha — ironically, both helmed by Santali Chief Ministers — in introducing comprehensively the tribal language at the primary school level. Animesh Bisoee [...]

पेसा नियमावली को मंत्रिपरिषद की मंजूरी मिलने के बाद सरना संगठनों और आदिवासी छात्रावास प्रतिनिधियों ने मुख्यमंत्री से मुलाकात की। ढोल-नगाड़ों के साथ पहुंचे प्रतिनिधिमंडल ने सरकार के फैसले का स्वागत किया। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

With Hidma, Basavaraj and now Ganesh Uikey killed in 2025, the Maoist top leadership has suffered unprecedented losses. Security agencies describe this year as the most decisive so far in the anti-Naxal campaign. The Indian Tribal reports

Traditional village heads and civil society representatives from Scheduled Areas gathered at the Chief Minister’s residence to celebrate the cabinet approval of the PESA Rules. Chief Minister Hemant Soren said the move would strengthen Gram Sabhas and traditional self-governance. The Indian Tribal reports

काफी समय से प्रतीक्षित पेसा नियमावली को मुख्यमंत्री हेमन्त सोरेन की अध्यक्ष्ता वाली मंत्री परिषद ने आज अपना अनुमोदन दिया। अनुसूचित क्षेत्रों में ग्राम सभाओं को एवं जनजातीय समुदायों को और अधिक अधिकार और स्वायत्तता मिलने का रास्ता साफ हुआ। The Indian Tribal की रिपोर्ट

It is a free coaching institute for Scheduled Tribe students preparing for NEET-JEE exams. The facility will train 300 students, with a majority being girls, in its first batch under a public-private partnership model. The Indian Tribal reports

भारत के सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के हालिया फैसले ने भारत के सबसे समृद्ध वन परिदृश्यों में से एक सारंडा में संरक्षण, खनन और आदिवासी आजीविका के बीच संतुलन की रेखा दोबारा खींच दी है। अनीमेश बिसोई बताते हैं कि इस आदेश का पर्यावरण, उद्योग और स्थानीय [...]

A high-level interaction, chaired by Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram, brought together the tribal parliamentarians to review key welfare programmes with the focus being on faster implementation and last-mile delivery in Adivasi and PVTG-dominated regions.. The Indian Tribal reports

From Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan to Jharkhand and Odisha, beneficiary numbers under ST scholarship schemes have fluctuated wildly over the past five years. Government data shows funding alone has not translated into wider student coverage. The Indian Tribal reports

While India has reported a notably low overall tribal student dropout rate of 0.40 percent during the academic year 2024–25, the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) registered an even lower dropout rate. The Indian Tribal reports

A mission for survival turned into a remarkable agripreneurship journey for a Saora tribal. Today, his scientific methods and community mentorship are reshaping farming practices in his block, and fetching him awards, says Niroj Ranjan Misra

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia’s editorial in a national daily “to understand how Hornbill mirrors the Northeast’s changing story”. The Indian Tribal reports

The President attended a public function at Senapati in trouble-torn Manipur, and laid foundation stones and inaugurated various developmental projects on the occasion. The Indian Tribal reports

A lower court in Dumka had earlier awarded the death sentence to two Maoists—Sukhlal alias Praveer Murmu and Sanatan Baskey alias Tala Da—for murdering the former SP. The Indian Tribal reports

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Social Justice and Empowerment expressed its dissatisfaction with the Ministry on the work related to two of the Modi Government’s flagship schemes for tribals. The Indian Tribal reports

The apex court’s recent ruling on Saranda reshapes the balance between conservation, mining, and tribal livelihoods in one of India’s richest forest landscapes. Animesh Bisoee unpacks what the order means for ecology, industry, and local communities

Long celebrated as “vegetarian mutton”, this mushroom carries unmatched nutritional and therapeutic value for rural tribal communities. But its high perishability and habitat destruction are pushing this ancient food source toward rapid decline, cautions Soumendra Nath Das

हेमन्त ने पिछले वर्ष 28 नवंबर को झारखंड के 14वें मुख्यमंत्री के रूप में शपथ ली थी, जब जेएमएम-नेतृत्व वाले महागठबंधन ने लगातार दूसरी बार सत्ता में जबरदस्त वापसी करते हुए 81 सदस्यीय विधानसभा में 56 सीटें हासिल की थीं। कुल मिला कर राज्य के मुख्यमंत्री के तौर [...]

What began as a post-harvest livelihood experiment has turned into a promising craft enterprise for 50 tribal women. The challenge now lies in creating wider markets to sustain the momentum, says Niroj Ranjan Misra

In what could queer the pitch for the JMM chief and create fresh ripples in the State’s political waters, the Jharkhand High Court set aside the interim relief granted to him almost a year ago and ordered for the continuance of the trial pending against him. The Indian [...]

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Shoot at Sight orders issued even as the Army and the Assam Rifles rescued thousands from violence-hit areas. Curfew has been imposed and mobile internet services suspended for five days after a mass rally organised by the All Tribal Students’ Union Manipur (ATSUM) to oppose ST status to [...]

Thousands throng the 'Tribal Solidarity March' called by a tribal student body in hill areas to oppose inclusion of Meitei community in ST category. Counter blockades and protests by Meiteis came up in the valley districts in support of their demand for ST status, The Indian Tribal reports [...]

टाटा स्टील की सहायक कंपनी टाटा कल्चरल सोसाइटी विलुप्त होने के कगार पर पहुंच चुके खेलों को फिर लोकप्रिय बनाने की दिशा में काम कर रही है।सुधीर कुमार मिश्रा की रिपोर्ट

The Concerned Citizens' Group has written an open letter to the NCST outlining how the Centre’s proposed mega project in the Great Nicobar Island will seriously impact the Shompen, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group, and the southern Great Nicobarese, a Scheduled Tribe. The Indian Tribal reports

पश्चिमी राज्य में आदिवासियों के बीच पीढ़ी दर पीढ़ी खेले जाने वाले कुछ मनोरंजक, आसान और पारंपरिक खेल अब लुप्त हो चुके हैं। ऐसे ही एक खेल के बारे में बता रही हैं मयूरी दवे

At a time when youngsters are hooked to western dance forms, this 40-year-old is a beacon of hope for Indian classical dance forms. Every Sunday, some 100 tribal girls throng her class to learn Kathak from, perhaps, its first tribal exponent, Sudhir Kumar Mishra finds out, as he [...]

कभी राजा-महाराजाओं द्वारा शुरू की गई तीरंदाजी खेल परंपरा सिक्किम के कुछ हिस्सों में आज भी लोकप्रिय है। आदिवासी लोग बड़े शौक से इसमें हाथ आजमाते हैं। जितना रोचक यह खेल है, इससे अधिक रोचक हैं इसका स्कोरिंग सिस्टम। इस प्राचीन विशिष्ट खेल और इसके नियमों पर प्रकाश [...]

A 30-year-old Kondh tribal In Odisha has overcome all odds in the last four years to drill in the benefits of immunization among his community, which resists everything alien making inroads into their society. In the ongoing World Immunisation Week (April 24-30), Niroj Ranjan Misra brings you Tarenga [...]

This is possible only if the menace is controlled in the forested areas, which are mostly inhabited by tribal communities. The Indian Tribal tells you why, in its special report to mark the World Malaria Day (April 25)

सत्तर साल की परिपक्व उम्र में ब्रश थाम कर एक ही दशक में कैनवस पर नई इबारत गढ़ने वाली जोधैयाबाई बैगा को हाल ही में पद्मश्री से सम्मानित किया गया है। 84 साल की बैगा पर The Indian Tribal की विशेष रिपोर्ट

Tribal youngsters can sometimes be seen running about energetically in a traditional game in several parts of Odisha. The game used to be played similarly in neighbouring Jharkhand but it has now seemingly gone extinct, finds out Niroj Ranjan Misra

मेघालय की धरती से निकलती संगीत की धुनों को बांधता यह पांच युवाओं का बैंड आजकल खूब लोकप्रिय हो रहा है। पुराने खासी लोकगीतों और प्राचीन खासी, जयंतिया पहाडिय़ों की कालातीत धुनों को भी नई पहचान दे रहा है यह ग्रुप । इस बैंड की धुनों को समेट [...]

A week after the rail and road blockade was suspended, an uneasy calm prevails at Khemasuli – the hotbed of Kurmis’ agitation for Scheduled Tribe (ST) quota in the State – even as the prospect of a renewed agitation is not being ruled out, The Indian Tribal reports

As members of the Hakki-Pikki (bird catchers) tribal community from Karnataka remain stranded in the strife-hit nation, a war of words has erupted here in India between the ruling BJP and opposition Congress.The Indian Tribal reports

As we mark the World Heritage Day (April 18), Sudhir Kumar Mishra seeks to find out the present status of the State's bid to secure the World Heritage Site status for the Chokahatu megaliths

Four tribal girls, all all-rounders, from the State have made it to the first-ever Indian women’s cricket team for the blind and the team will be the first to compete in a T20 Bilateral Series for Blind. Niroj Ranjan Misra traces their journey as the quartet is set [...]

As we mark the World Art Day (April 15), PROYASHI BARUA gets an insight into the award-winning artist and only female running an art gallery in Mizoram

The personnel had killed six coal miners in a case of mistaken identity on December 4, 2021 in Mon district of Nagaland. Subsequent violence by locals saw eight more civilians killed in firing by the security forces. One personnel was also killed, The Indian Tribal reports

With the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes also seeking an Action Taken Report, the Bengal police arrested two Trinamool functionaries a full one week after the incident and invoked provisions of SC/ST Act against them, The Indian Tribal reports

With over three decades of hardcore grassroots experience working among the tribal community, Harsh Chouhan, the Chairperson of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes, is trying to ensure the Constitutional body serves its purpose like never before. Founder-Editor M. Madhusudan caught up with him to know more about [...]

झारखण्ड के मुख्यमंत्री ने 753.92 करोड़ रुपए की 2080 योजनाओं का किया उद्घाटन-शिलान्यास और राज्य के 9 जिलो में चलने वाले मीजल्स-रूबेला विशेष टीकाकरण अभियान का किया शुभारम्भ

Since 2003, April 11 is observed as National Safe Motherhood Day in India. On this occasion, Niroj Ranjan Misra highlights how a fleet of unique bike ambulances and delivery vans have proved to be a boon for pregnant women, mostly Kondh tribals, and their families in over 650 [...]

As he spent his Sunday amidst flora and fauna, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and interacted with the stars of the award-winning documentary, The Elephant Whisperers -- Bomman and Bellie, The Indian Tribal reports

Droupadi Murmu on Saturday (April 8) became the third President and the second woman President to undertake such a sortie, The Indian Tribal reports

They could be India's weapon to fight against food insecurity, malnutrition and poverty in tribal areas, according to a study by an international team of researchers. The Indian Tribal delves into its details

The Rs 70,000-crore project is a bid to augment rail infrastructure and connectivity in tribal dominated regions, The Indian Tribal reports

On World Sports Day, observed on April 6 every year, NIROJ RANJAN MISRA brings to you the exploits of an unsung Santhal tribal sports star from Odisha in a lesser-known game that has its origin in Japan

The Special Court for Scheduled Castes and Tribes on Wednesday (April 5) sentenced 13 of the 14 accused convicted for lynching the impoverished tribal youth to seven years’ rigorous imprisonment, The Indian Tribal reports

कुरमी समाज ने रेल की पटरियों व स्टेशनों पर दिया धरना। 69 ट्रेनें प्रभावित रहे। बंगाल के खड़गपुर के खेमाशुलि और आद्रा के कुसतौर स्टेशन पर दक्षिण पूर्व ट्रेनों को रद्द किया गया

Five years after a mob publicly lynched the 27-year-old man, Madhu, on the suspicion of theft, as many as 14 of the 16 accused have been pronounced guilty by a court in Kerala. Quantum of sentence to be pronounced on Wednesday, The Indian Tribal reports

आदिवासी समुदाय ने सरना को अलग धर्म के रूप में मान्यता देने की मांग तेज कर दी है। क्या है पूरा मामला, बहुत ही आसान शब्दों में समझा रहे हैं सुधीर कुमार मिश्रा

इस 500 फीट ऊंची पहाड़ी से जुड़ी यही लोकप्रिय मान्यता हर साल सर्दियों के दौरान आदिवासियों को यहां खींच लाती है। क्या जवान क्या बूढ़े सभी का यहाँ लग जाता है जमघट, बता रहे हैं सुधीर कुमार मिश्रा

पुराने जमाने से जम्मू-कश्मीर की घुमंतू आदिवासी महिलाओं की शान रहे चांदी के आभूषण और उनके डिजाइन के महत्व, मान्यता और धीरे-धीरे विलुप्त होने के कारणों की पड़ताल करती THE INDIAN TRIBAL की विशेष रिपोर्ट

A popular belief of both tribals and non-tribals in this part of the country has it that Lord Hanuman was born in the Anjan village of Gumla district of Jharkhand. This Ram Navami, celebrated to commemorate the birth of Lord Rama, Sudhir Kumar Mishra brings to you the [...]

नागालैंड सरकार ऐसे स्वदेशी खेलों का प्रचार-प्रसार कर रही है जो कभी बहुत लोकप्रिय हुआ करते थे और आज भी लोग उनमें रूचि लेते हैं। ऐसा ही एक खेल है ग्रीस लगे बांस पर चढऩा। इसके बारे में बता रही हैं प्रोयशी बरुआ

Every year, for the past over six decades, the World Theatre Day is observed on 27th March. On this occasion, as Niroj Ranjan Misra profiles a group of tribal artistes earning accolades for its stage plays, he learns that the members are farmers, contract labourers and students who [...]

प्रकृति पर्व की प्रमुख रीतियों में से एक होती है पहान (पुजारी) की मौसम की भविष्यवाणी और इस बार यह खुशियों की सौगात लेकर आई है। पहान की भविष्यवाणी के मुताबिक इस बार अच्छी वर्षा और फसल होगी। खेत-खलिहानों में फसल लहलहाएगी, किसानों के घर अन्न से भरेंगे, [...]

सरहुल की शोभायात्रा हर वर्ष कुछ न कुछ सामाजिक संदेश देने के साथ आदिवासियों के हितों से जुड़े मुद्दों को दर्शाती है। झारखंड का आदिवासी समुदाय इस बार इस तीन दिवसीय महोत्सव के जुलूस में सरना धर्म कोड को प्रमुखता से दर्शाने की तैयारी में है। 'सरना धर्म [...]

आदिवासी-बहुल राज्य झारखंड में यह संथालों का सदियों पुराना ऐसा पवित्र तीर्थ स्थल है, जो अब न केवल श्रद्धालुओं, बल्कि देश-विदेश के पर्यटकों को भी खूब लुभा रहा है। आखिर क्यों लोग यहां खिंचे चले आते हैं, बता रहे हैं सुधीर कुमार मिश्रा

The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes has issued notice to the Odisha Government to reply to allegations that tribals residing in more than 45 villages bordering four States were deprived of basic human rights and justice,

Keeping aside its political permutations and combinations, Sandip Kumar Bal gives a lowdown on what the Naveen Patnaik government’s Rs 500-crore Mukhya Mantri Janajati Jeevika Mission seeks to achieve through its implementation

Tribals have intensified their demand for granting recognition to Sarna as a separate religion and put the Government on notice warning it of a boycott of the Lok Sabha polls in 2024 if their demand is not met by then. But what is the issue all about? [...]

From a child artiste to housewife, award-winning actress, neta and farmer, Suryamani Hansdah has had an eventful life so far. This Santhal achiever from Odisha now eagerly awaits new roles in her life’s journey. Niroj Ranjan Misra profiles her

The Sarva Adivasi Samaj is gearing up to contest the Assembly polls in the State scheduled later this year. And this has made the BJP and the Congress uneasy as it may impact their prospects, The Indian Tribal reports

Stepping up their demand for a separate religion, tribals from various States across the country and some representatives from Bhutan and Nepal as well on Sunday (March 12) held a big rally in the Jharkhand capital, Sudhir Kumar Mishra reports

By engaging TIPRA Motha within a couple of hours of forming the Government in Tripura and deciding to appoint an interlocutor, the BJP and the Centre pre-empted any immediate flare-up over the Greater Tipraland issue, The Indian Tribal analyses

Odisha has targeted 2030 to make the State free of child marriages. And a 29-year-old woman has taken up cudgels against the social evil, with a high incidence rate in the tribal territories of Nabarangpur district. Niroj Ranjan Misra finds out about her fight

शहरीकरण के इस दौर में फाग गानेवाले कम होते जा रहे हैं। हालांकि, राज्य के विश्वविद्यालयों और कॉलेजों के जनजातीय एवं क्षेत्रीय भाषा विभाग के माध्यम से इसे बचाने के कुछ प्रयास किये जा रहे हैं।

झारखण्ड के आदिवासियों के 32 समुदायो के लोगों ने और विभिन्न आदिवासी संगठनों ने आदिवासी बचाओ महारैली में हिस्सा लिया और पच्चीस प्रस्ताव पारित किये जिसमे पारसनाथ सहित आदिवासियों के सभी धार्मिक स्थलों को गैर आदिवासियों के कब्जे से मुक्त कराये जाने और आदिवासी जमीन के अवैध हस्तांतरण [...]

Tension was simmering between two Gond tribal groups for the past few days over hoisting of a flag at a religious place, The Indian Tribal reports

झारखंड विधानसभा में वित्त मंत्री डॉ. रामेश्वर उरांव ने शुक्रवार को वर्ष 2023-24 का 1 लाख 16 हजार 418 करोड़ का बजट पेश किया। राज्य के कोल्हान प्रमंडल में मुंडा, हो और भूमिज जनजातियों के पारंपरिक शासन व्यवस्था के अंग हैं मानकी, मुंडा और डकुआ।

The tribal outfit notched up an impressive performance winning 13 seats, even more than the Left which had ruled the State for almost three decades before BJP ousted it in 2018. If out of the Government, the BJP will have to handle it deftly given its legislative strength [...]

Social worker Salhoutuonuo Kruse and foreign-educated social entrepreneur Hekani Jakhalu, both tribals, have made their way into history books as they became the first women to be elected as MLAs in the northeastern State. The Indian Tribal reports on the historic results and the women

Award-winning foreign-educated tribal social entrepreneur, Hekani Jakhalu, has become the first woman legislator in Nagaland winning from the Dimpaur-III (ST) seat. The Indian Tribal reports on the historic result and the woman

With the traditional dyeing system, an integral part of the textile tradition of the Karbi tribals, on the verge of extinction, an effort is on to raise awareness about the need to preserve the centuries-old tradition. Proyashi Barua finds out how

The 15-day National Tribal Festival at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in the national capital concluded on February 27, registering sales of over Rs 3 crore, The Indian Tribal reports

As a designer, system thinker and practitioner, Roopa Roshan Sahoo, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, STSC Development, Minority & Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of Odisha, exhorts the practitioners of transformation in the tribal development sector to adapt the new ways and focus on regenerative leadership

Seeking a national footprint, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has sought to turn the tables on the Centre and reach out to the tribal community with a motion in the Assembly to recognize Sari and Sarna as separate religions. But has the move clicked with the tribals? [...]