Some social outfits and villagers themselves on their own have started taking initiatives to preserve this age-old traditional game that often pits the married men against unmarried youth, writes Sudhir Kumar Mishra

The sudden resignation of a JMM legislator has sparked varied speculations in the corridors of power in Jharkhand about the fate of Chief Minister Hemant Soren, whom the Enforcement Directorate has put on notice with its seventh and last summons for questioning in an alleged land scam, The [...]

A sizeable population of tribals in Jharkhand follows Christianity but most of them have now begun celebrating Christmas in their own ‘desi’ style. Sudhir Kumar Mishra tells you how

Trained by scientists in organic mulching, tribal farmers in a couple of districts in the eastern State are reaping benefits in turmeric farming as their earning has witnessed a five-fold increase. Niroj Ranjan Misra takes a close look

The Kondhs’ wedding ceremony takes place over two days packed with fun, food and music. Niroj Ranjan Misra joins a marriage procession to get a better look

Many varieties of kheer are made in different regions and Odisha is no different. The tribals here make kheer from the healthy millet and it’s a recipe worth a try, sees Niroj Ranjan Misra

While the older women of this Maharashtrian tribe stick to their age-old attire, the younger ones prefer going for a change, finds out Deepanwita Gita Niyogi

With adivasis backing it and helping it return to power in the State besides its eyes on the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, the BJP has seemingly returned favour by selecting one among them, Vishnu Deo Sai, as its man for the top job. The Indian Tribal reports

Some three years since it came into existence, the all-women enterprise with tribals in large numbers in Kondagaon district of Bastar is seeking to soar higher. Deepanwita Gita Niyogi visits the centre to find out more

Dancing, singing and a quick wit are all needed during an evening’s entertainment in many tribal communities in Odisha. Niroj Ranjan Misra joins in the fun