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October 15, 2019

Shweta Verma from Goa is a Family Photographer Whose Pictures Will Leave You Smiling

Shweta Verma was originally from Bihar but now lives in Goa and is a family photographer. Her work stands...

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October 14, 2019

#FACES | A Naga Girl Captured Carrying Timber

“My name is Talimoa Pongen and I work in a media house. I also love taking candid photographs, through...

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October 12, 2019

#RECIPE | Kerala-Style Fish Curry by Akhila Shekhar from the ‘Pepper Delight&...

Today, we have an authentic Keralan recipe by Akhila Shekhar. Thengapaal Ozicha Meen Curry or Kerala-Style Fish Curry is...

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October 11, 2019

Kimte Guite, Author of 51 Accidental Inventions that Changed the World, Talks About...

Today, we managed to grab a quick word with Kimte Guite, the author of 51 Accidental Inventions that Changed...

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#FACES | A Naga Girl Captured Carrying Timber

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“My name is Talimoa Pongen and I work in a media house. I also love taking candid photographs, through which I want to tell stories. I took this photo...

October 14, 2019

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Meet Nzanmongi Odyuo, a Talented Musician and a Music Instructor from Nagaland

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There is no doubt that Nagaland is a hub for talented musicians. Music thrives in this beautiful place like no where else. Today, we have another gem from here...

October 8, 2019

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Meet Chichan Tongtimen – A Student and A Singer from Dimapur

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“Music is a language that doesn’t speak in particular words. It speaks in emotions, and if it’s in the bones, it’s in the bones.” ― Keith Richards For some,...

September 26, 2019

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#RECIPE | Korean Kimchi Recipe by Imkong from Dimapur, Nagaland

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Sometimes the best dishes are the easiest to make! Today we have one such recipe called Korean Kimchi. Contributed by Mr Imkong, the dish requires a few simple ingredients...

September 21, 2019

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“Music is my coping mechanism” — Soul Singer Claudia Lyngdoh from Shillong, Meghalaya

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Claudia Lyngdoh is a music star waiting to be found! We discovered this budding female soul singer on Instagram and spent a good amount of time simply admiring her...

September 2, 2019

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Unwind With Nature in the Hills of Sohra, Meghalaya

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Summer is almost ending and most of the monsoon rain has ceased. This means that the perfect season for travel has begun and our readers are certainly giving us...

August 29, 2019

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Kimte Guite, Author of 51 Accidental Inventions that Changed the World, Talks About Her Book and Her Inspirations

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Today, we managed to grab a quick word with Kimte Guite, the author of 51 Accidental Inventions that Changed the World. We chatted about her love for literature classics,...

October 11, 2019

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Meet Satish Elangbam, the Owner of Fika Kitchen & Studio in Imphal

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Fika in Swedish means the act of drinking coffee and having a cheerful time with friends. Satish Elangbam chose to name his new cafe after Fika situated in Imphal....

September 30, 2019

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“Every Vintage Car Has a Story Which I Share Through My Art” – Meet Rupali Prakash, an Illustrator and Vintage Car Collector From Bangalore

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Rupali Prakash, from Bangalore, is a woman of many talents, to say the least! She is an illustrator and the founder of Classic Chase, a company that restores and...

August 6, 2019

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Discover a New World Through Cosplay – a Chat With the Founder of the Nagaland Anime Junkies (NAJ), Biebe Natso

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With the Annual Cosfest coming to an end, you might think it’s the end of another beautiful chapter for NAJ. But it’s only the beginning! Many people attend cosfests...

July 17, 2019

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“I’ve Been Staying In India For The Past 9 Years And It Feels Like My Second Home Now” – A Chat With Minseong Seok From South Korea To Talk About His “Daily Sushi” Restaurant

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To travel to a new place and explore a new culture is indeed a fascinating thing to do. But what about actually settling partially and working in a totally...

March 22, 2019

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“My Job as an Illustrator and Fashion Drawing Lecturer Combines My Love for Clothes and Sketching Woman as an Artform” – A Chat With Alice Balconi, from Italy

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Today we have a guest from Italy – Alice Balconi, a fashion illustrator and a fashion drawing lecturer at Istituto Marangoni – School of Fashion, Art & Design in...

March 18, 2019

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Exclusive Interview with KPOP Band MONT During Their Visit to Nagaland for the Hornbill International Music Festival 2018

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Amidst the excitement of the annual Hornbill Festival in Nagaland (Dec 1-10), festival-goers had another treat waiting for them in Dimapur at the Hornbill International Music Festival. Kpop band M.O.N.T (Members...

December 5, 2018

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In Depth Chat With Koushin Yamada – A Talented Artist From Japan Who Dedicates His Life To Creating Mesmerising And Otherworldly Art

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With a passion like none, Koushin Yamada from Japan has made a name for himself in the world of art. After dedicating his life to art, he has found...

September 28, 2018

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Amy Kim from Canada Talks About Her Trip To Pakistan and The Wonderful Places She Visited During Her Stay There

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Traveling to a new place, meeting new people and learning about a new culture is one of the most thrilling things. Especially, when it’s full of little unexpected surprises...

September 25, 2018

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This 21-Year-Old Illustrator and Storyteller Draws Inspiration from Jane Austen and K-Pop, and Creates Art You Will Want to Live In | Meet Anna Abola From Latvia

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“A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work”- Colin Powell. For Anna Abola, 21-year-old digital illustrator and artist from Latvia – a small country in...

September 19, 2018

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A Chat With Utchi, The Founder of Little Sunshine Cafe in Thailand

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They say Food is something which binds everyone together. True to its words, Utchima Sriprachya, lovingly known as Utchi, shares her story with Roots and Leisure Team about how...

April 11, 2018

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“My Art Is My Way To Connect With The World” – Meet Erika Bonezzi, a Concept Artist from Italy

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A highly passionate and an immensely motivated Freelance Artist and Architecture Postgraduate, Erika got herself hooked on to Concept Art – a form of illustration used to convey an...

March 31, 2018

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#RECIPE | Kerala-Style Fish Curry by Akhila Shekhar from the ‘Pepper Delight’ Blog

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Today, we have an authentic Keralan recipe by Akhila Shekhar. Thengapaal Ozicha Meen Curry or Kerala-Style Fish Curry is a rich recipe to balance out your lazy Saturday! Akhila...

October 12, 2019

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#RECIPE | Spicy Naga Fried Pork by Lilia Jimomi

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Today, we have a special recipe by Lilia Jimomi who also runs an exclusive food account on her Instagram. Spicy Naga Fried Pork is one of her favorite recipes...

October 5, 2019

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Meet Satish Elangbam, the Owner of Fika Kitchen & Studio in Imphal

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Fika in Swedish means the act of drinking coffee and having a cheerful time with friends. Satish Elangbam chose to name his new cafe after Fika situated in Imphal....

September 30, 2019

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Artsy Cafe, A Creative Cafe Run by a Mother-Son Duo is a New Meeting Hub of Artists and Creatives in Kolkata

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Kolkata, a city of deep history and culture, is embodied in Artsy Cafe, a place for every flavour of arts and expression you can imagine! Authors, musicians, visual artists...

September 25, 2019

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September 18, 2019

Asenla Jamir from Nagaland Chats About Her Fashion Journey and Also Catch Her in the...

Nagaland has always been a hub for fashion. Whether it’s being prim-and-proper even for our everyday looks or making...

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August 28, 2019

“I Always Knew That I’d Work in The Fashion Industry”— Stylist...

Many of us have different childhood fantasies and dreams that slowly fade as we grow older. We pick up...

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August 19, 2019

Crafting Her Own Future — A Jewellery Maker and Owner of LS Jewellery, Lusano...

Stepping away from conventional careers, Lusano from Kohima took up an independent step and started her own venture. She...

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July 24, 2019

‘I Knew I Wanted to Study Fashion At The Age of 8’ – A Chat With...

Shivangi Lahoty, from Nazira, Assam knew that fashion was her true calling when she was 8. With support from...

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June 5, 2019

Summer Style Inspiration With Sungjem And Holoti From Nagaland

If you have not updated your wardrobe yet, it’s the perfect time to start putting away the heavy, drab...

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April 25, 2019

Suit Up With Formal-Wear Lovers Chubasenla and Kikruneinuo From Nagaland

There’s something about a great power-suit or a chic dress that add the perfect amount of chic, confidence and...

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October 8, 2019

Meet Nzanmongi Odyuo, a Talented Musician and a Music Instructor from Nagaland

There is no doubt that Nagaland is a hub for talented musicians. Music thrives in this beautiful place like...

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September 26, 2019

Meet Chichan Tongtimen – A Student and A Singer from Dimapur

“Music is a language that doesn’t speak in particular words. It speaks in emotions, and if it’s in the...

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September 17, 2019

Meera Desai, a Musician from New York, Who Traveled to Ahmedabad To Create Her EP

Everyone is searching for that one form of expression which truly makes them feel alive and authentically themselves. For...

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September 2, 2019

“Music is my coping mechanism” — Soul Singer Claudia Lyngdoh from...

Claudia Lyngdoh is a music star waiting to be found! We discovered this budding female soul singer on Instagram...

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August 29, 2019

Unwind With Nature in the Hills of Sohra, Meghalaya

Summer is almost ending and most of the monsoon rain has ceased. This means that the perfect season for...

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August 23, 2019

A Summer Getaway in the Hills — Sungratsu Village, Mokokchung, Nagaland

Hello folks! Up for a little adventure? We’ve sorted a quick getaway for you this weekend. If you’ve been...

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August 15, 2019

R&L Folks From Across The Country Share Top 5 Travel Locations in India

First of all, a very happy Independence Day! To celebrate this day, Roots & Leisure has curated a very...

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August 7, 2019

“I Dream to Travel The Whole of Northeast India” — Apen Tanujang From...

“Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire.” – Jennifer Lee Apen Tanujang might be...

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May 16, 2019

Documentcherry: ‘Hanami’- Flower Viewing (In Japanese) | Longkum Village,...

Longkum, a village in Nagaland, is known for its many tourist hotspots, especially the Cherry Blossom viewing! During the...

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May 3, 2019

Visit Dzuleke at Nagaland – The Best Spot for Picnic, Camping and Relaxing

If you’re looking for the perfect getaway this weekend, we’ve got you covered! We’re talking about Dzuleke Village, nestled...

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April 10, 2019

Take a Trip to One of the Cleanest Villages in Nagaland – Mopungchuket

Hello Fam! Looks like we’ve just discovered the perfect place for you to wind down this weekend. We’re talking...

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February 11, 2019

“Polo Orchid Resort” in Cherrapunji, is The Ultimate Luxury Getaway to Enjoy the...

Cherrapunji is a pristine valley in Meghalaya, known for its heavy amount of rainfall received annually. Also referred to...

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October 14, 2019

#FACES | A Naga Girl Captured Carrying Timber

“My name is Talimoa Pongen and I work in a media house. I also love taking candid photographs, through...

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July 2, 2019

In Conversation With Shanthungo Ezung, Nature Photographer From Nagaland

We are delighted to have Shanthungo Ezung, one of the well-known photographers of Nagaland with us today. His journey...

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December 28, 2018

“When I Am Not Working, You Will Find Me Climbing One Of The Himalayan Ranges&...

“The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams” – Oprah Winfrey Montana Baruah...

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November 15, 2018

A Chat with Rashingam Ngoruh, Wedding Photographer And Owner of “Cafe Timber&...

With Northeast India fast becoming a traveler’s hotspot, leisure and business activities in the region are picking up visibly....

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November 5, 2018

“The Small Village I Called Home Has Shaped The Way I See The World” &...

Story telling is a cornerstone of human existence; it’s what enables people to communicate and connect with one another. Today,...

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October 27, 2018

“Travel does the heart good” – Boba Nandeibam from Manipur Talks...

“We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to...

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October 16, 2018

Capturing Your Most Candid and Happiest Moments on Your Wedding Day – Meet...

“The best images are the ones that retain their strength and impact over the years, regardless of the number...

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October 12, 2018

Drone Photographer Parth Konwar from Assam Wants Us to Get Lost in the Breathtaking...

“Keep your love of nature, for that is the true way to understand art more and more.” ~ Vincent...

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Raktim Gautam from Guwahati, a Spoken Word Poet and a Storyteller Carving His Own Way Through Words.

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Poetry is pieces of thoughts strung together by experience. Raktim Gautam, a poet from Guwahati, does more than write poetry—he performs them in front of an audience. A spoken...

September 10, 2019

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“Music is my coping mechanism” — Soul Singer Claudia Lyngdoh from Shillong, Meghalaya

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Claudia Lyngdoh is a music star waiting to be found! We discovered this budding female soul singer on Instagram and spent a good amount of time simply admiring her...

September 2, 2019

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Meet Arunachal Pradesh’s Upcoming Indie Musician — Taba Chake

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“Just a small town boy who took the midnight train going anywhere” — these lines from an old rock song seem like an apt description for our featured artist...

August 21, 2019

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Discover The Refreshing Indie Music Of Atuzo and Kuotsho, Two 21-Year-Old Musicians From Nagaland

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Finding some amazing locally produced music isn’t always easy, but lucky for you, we have discovered the duo Atuzo and Kuotsho! These young promising Indie artists from Kohima are...

August 9, 2019

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Chat with Zaza, a Passionate Singer-Songwriter from Nagaland

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A singer-songwriter from Dimapur, Nagaland, Zaza’s voice is nothing short of a gift. She grew up performing in churches and weddings, and kept practicing to hone her music skills....

May 20, 2019

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“Classical Music Has Taught Me To Be Patient, Disciplined, Humble, Gentle” – A Chat With Ungrumso Raman, Western Classical Guitarist From Manipur

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Today, we have a special guest with us, Ungrumso Raman – a Grade 8 Western Classical Guitarist from Manipur. He is the winner of the Delhi International Classical Guitar...

February 25, 2019

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