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? [...]

A unique celebration among the Dongria Kondhs sees some villages seal their borders to prevent outsiders’ entry during the Podha festival. Niroj Ranjan Misra sheds light on the custom

Rail and road traffic was affected in several parts in eastern India as the Adivasi Sengel Abhiyan, headed by former BJP MP Salkhan Murmu, effected a blockade in five States to demand, among others, claim to Parasnath Hills in Giridih district of Jharkhand and implementation of the Sarna [...]

Instead of waiting endlessly for Government agencies to deliver, tribals in Odisha, aided by a couple of NGOs, have taken upon themselves to build bridges to drastically ease their tedious daily commutes. Niroj Ranjan Mishra lists out some examples

In West Bengal’s Jangalmahal or neighbouring Odisha’s Mayurbhanj, indigenous non-vegetarian delicacies — the Laato Jel and the Laad — form an integral part of community feasts and get-togethers of tribals, particularly, Santhals, find out S Shrobana and Niroj Ranjan Misra

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the 20,000-capacity Birsa Munda International Stadium in Rourkela to host the 2023 Hockey World Cup. He also announced an award of Rs 1 crore for each player if Team India wins the tournament, The Indian Tribal reports

Tribals are using timeworn egg and fish tonic to heal, nourish and protect their crops. Niroj Ranjan Misra looks up the secret behind Odisha’s environment-friendly farming

The elderly in several tribes of Odisha, apparently, possess the art of predicting looming natural disasters and planning safeguards accordingly. With a study underway, Niroj Ranjan Misra learns more about the indigenous practices

If you like your desserts, then Maa Gayatri SHG’s chocolates are a must-try. Niroj Ranjan Misra takes a nibble as he hears the story of 10 tribal women who are successful entrepreneurs now

Symbolism abounds in the Majhi wedding rites, with a small test thrown in. Niroj Ranjan Misra attends a function full of music, curious customs and a visarjan at the end