Scheduled Tribes

The octogenarian, instrumental in getting international recognition to the Baiga tribal art, passed away at her native Lorha village in Umaria district. The Indian Tribal reports

After decades of neglect of this Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group, which resides exclusively in Odisha, a recent development in their remote village has brought much joy and cheer to the residents even as it has raised hopes for a better future of their children. Niroj Ranjan Misra tells [...]

Madhya Pradesh declared Mahua liquor a heritage drink a year ago but the drink favoured by tribals hasn’t found many takers leading to a halt in its production. The Indian Tribal delves into the details

Curfew and curbs on internet services were back following violence in Imphal valley districts. The Home Ministry directed all the security forces deployed in the State to take necessary steps to restore peace and order. The Indian Tribal reports

The Prime Minister also launched and laid foundation stones of development projects worth Rs 6600 crore as he led the main function at Jamui in Bihar to mark the commencement of year-long celebrations of 150th birth anniversary of tribal legend Birsa Munda, reports The Indian Tribal

Hailing the Modi Government, the President said she is observing a new consciousness being spread across for tribal pride and the ideals of the Constitution, that will become the foundation of the bright future of the entire country, including the tribal society. The Indian Tribal reports

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the main event in Jamui in Bihar even as various Chief Ministers, Governors, and Cabinet ministers will participate in celebrations nationwide. The Indian Tribal reports

The Centre and Odisha government’s initiative to increase scientific farming of millets and its consumption is yielding positive results in adivasi-dominated villages of Koraput. Niroj Ranjan Misra takes a closer look

Soon after the Diwali celebrations are over, tribals in Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and West Bengal, in particular, start celebrating Sohrai — a six-day festival that usually coincides with Gowardhan Puja. Sudhir Kumar Mishra tells us more about the biggest festival of Santhals

A Government school in a remote tribal-dominated village in Malkangiri district of Odisha recently adopted a unique way to teach students a mix of latest and traditional marketing trends. Niroj Ranjan Misra got interested