Art & Culture

The sacrifice of a hen and offerings of its eggs (desi, mind you) is the unusual bhog of Nandi Puja celebrated by Malkangiri tribals. Niroj Ranjan Misra takes a peek

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

From social work to painting is a tangential journey few would undertake. Niroj Ranjan Misra speaks with the man behind the strokes

Tribals pray for cattle bounty in the run-up to, and the period beyond, Diwali. Villages are cleaned and decorated during this harvest festival. Sudhir Kumar Mishra walks through rural Jharkhand to explore the unique facets of Sohrai

The popular Diyali festival is celebrated with great pomp and flair among the tribals. Niroj Ranjan Misra joins in

Tribals deify the Karma tree during this puja as a symbol of the holy trinity. The rituals show how the festival also gives thanks to nature and looks to mutually strengthen and protect. Sudhir Kumar Mishra sits through the preparations for Karma Puja

Exclusive to the Babandh village of Odisha, Khapar Kala has been noticed internationally now through a film. Niroj Ranjan Misra details the intricacies of the art

A pattern for social standing, a colour for achievement — Nagaland’s attire makes a statement in more ways than one. Proyashi Barua explains the hidden meanings in the tribals’ wardrobe

Hundreds of Adivasi stage performers roped in by NGOs promoting art and culture drop out of theatre after some time. Niroj Ranjan Misra tries to find out the reasons

The heavy ornaments worn by Jammu & Kashmir’s nomadic tribes are a unique but fast-eroding craft. The Indian Tribal explores the significance and prevalence of designs these women have been wearing since days of yore