In the remote corners of Kalahandi, Kondh farmers are making unfamiliar and non-traditional choices that could redefine their future. Niroj Ranjan Misra gets to know about their bold experiments that are raising their hopes

Peaceful coexistence with nature, a respect for living beings other than ourselves and some entertainment make up this game. Proyashi Barua joins in

Caught in the crossfire between the Maoists and the State-backed Salwa Judum vigilante groups, they fled to the two neighbouring southern states two decades ago, only to face problems of a different kind to this day. Deepanwita Gita Niyogi reports

The agitation, which began early in the morning, had its biggest impact on the Dhanbad Division of East Central Railway, where several trains were cancelled, diverted, or held up mid-route. Sudhir Kumar Mishra reports

Once confined to the boys’ dormitories of the northeastern State, the rod-pushing duel is regaining visibility through government efforts, festivals and cultural revivals. The Indian Tribal tells us what the sport is all about

Adi Seva Parv aims to directly link tribal communities with government schemes through Tribal Village Action Plans and a Tribal Village Vision 2030, alongside health, education and livelihood drives. The Indian Tribal reports

Security forces are continuing to achieve major successes in their anti-Naxal operations. The latest success is a major boost to the forces which are targeting to eliminate Naxalism by March 2026. Sudhir Kumar Mishra reports

On his first visit since ethnic violence erupted in May 2023, the Prime Minister called for an end to violence, launched development projects worth over Rs 8,000 crore, promised rehabilitation of displaced families, and positioned Manipur as the “jewel of India’s growth story”. The Indian Tribal reports

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone, inaugurated development works worth over Rs 9000 crore in Aizawl, Mizoram. These projects will cater to multiple sectors including Railways, Roadways, Energy, Sports among others. The Indian Tribal reports

This initiative reflects our collective resolve to build an inclusive and equitable India, she said while addressing a gathering of eminent tribal leaders at Rashtrapati Bhawan under the Abhiyan. MoTA, for its part, is holding a 2-day national conference on the mission. The Indian Tribal reports