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March 22, 2019

“I’ve Been Staying In India For The Past 9 Years And It Feels Like My...

To travel to a new place and explore a new culture is indeed a fascinating thing to do. But...

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March 21, 2019

“I Want The Onlooker to Sense Calm and Tranquillity – and Walk Away Feeling...

The best part of chatting up with artists is the storytelling part. Another artist – another refreshing story –...

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March 20, 2019

“Being a Huge Fan of Harry Potter, I Started Making Magic Wands to Add to my...

Raise your hand if you are a Potterhead! We have one right here with us, Megha Thapa from Kurseong...

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March 19, 2019

“Getaway to the Snow-Covered Dhauladhar in Himachal Pradesh During My Stressful...

“It was one of the most beautiful day we have experienced together. The one on the left is Arshika...

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“I Want The Onlooker to Sense Calm and Tranquillity – and Walk Away Feeling Refreshed”- A Chat With Artist Visedelie Seyie from Nagaland

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The best part of chatting up with artists is the storytelling part. Another artist – another refreshing story – and this keeps us excited each day. 😊 Today’s story...

March 21, 2019

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“Passion to Learn About New Cultures, Planning and Saving up!” – Arenla from Nagaland Talks About Her Many Travels Around the World and How She Manages Her Travel Expenses As a Student

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“Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world.” We have already heard enough of how travel and exploring new places are not...

February 28, 2019

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This Treehouse In Nagaland Is An Ideal Way To Escape Onto The Scenic Wonders Of Nature – Explore “Cloudline Treehouse” In Khonoma Village

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This one is for all the nature enthusiasts looking for a unique getaway in the open embrace of nature. We recently came across “Cloudline Treehouse” which is truly a...

February 26, 2019

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Easy And Healthy Egg Salad Recipe By Kristi Kikon From Nagaland

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Today’s Egg salad recipe is contributed by Kristi Kikon from Nagaland. It is an easy and healthy breakfast idea – very simple to prepare containing fresh vegetables and this...

February 23, 2019

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“Making Handmade Crafts Can Be Very Therapeutic” – Founders of ‘Dream Craft’, Stephanie and Embhah From Shillong Chats with R&L

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Isn’t it wonderful to be surrounded by crafty people who make their surrounding world a little more intriguing with magnificent handiworks? And how lucky are we have so many...

March 5, 2019

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“Polo Orchid Resort” in Cherrapunji, is The Ultimate Luxury Getaway to Enjoy the Scenic Beauty of Meghalaya | Group CEO Deval Tibrewella Chats with R&L

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Cherrapunji is a pristine valley in Meghalaya, known for its heavy amount of rainfall received annually. Also referred to as “Jewel Crest of Meghalaya”, Cherrapunji nestles in the East...

February 11, 2019

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Recipe Of “Roasted Lamb Leg” By Raman Okram From Manipur

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Today’s dish – “Roasted lamb leg” is contributed by a passionate cook, Raman Okram from Manipur. For him, this is one of the easiest recipes that he has cooked...

March 16, 2019

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“My Job Takes Me Around the World and Introduces Me to New Cultures” – A Chat With Sangeeta Sharma, Cabin Crew For Qatar Airways from Manipur

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Do you find yourself wishing you can leave your day job and travel full time – or at least save up enough to travel as much as your heart...

March 13, 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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Te Amo, Nihon: A Spanish Artist’s Love Affair with Japan – A Chat with Elsa from Tokyo

Published by Asmita Das

“I have always loved Japan. It’s history, art and culture. Even before coming to see it for myself I knew I wanted to spend time in this country, especially...

March 12, 2018

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Faces | A Day Spent at Chok Chai Farm,Thailand

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“Me and my friend were passing through the Khorat province of Thailand, when we accidentally spotted a farm and decided to pull over and check it out. We discovered...

February 7, 2018

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Recipe Of “Roasted Lamb Leg” By Raman Okram From Manipur

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Today’s dish – “Roasted lamb leg” is contributed by a passionate cook, Raman Okram from Manipur. For him, this is one of the easiest recipes that he has cooked...

March 16, 2019

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#RECIPE | Assamese Fish Stew with Aromatic Vietnamese Mint

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North East Indian food is known for their typical style of cooking – which is usually, steaming or boiling, and the use of fresh ingredients and flavorful local spices....

March 2, 2019

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A Chat With Pastor of SOULS Cafe in Shillong – Your Special Place To Fill Your Body and Soul

Published by Arepla Jamir

Just as our body needs food to stay physically active and healthy, our soul too can do with some spiritual food. Our reader and contributor Arep – a student...

December 20, 2018

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Top Five Places You Need To Visit in Dimapur, Nagaland This December During Hornbill Festival, 2018.

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One of the most exciting events of the Hornbill Festival Nagaland is the Hornbill International Music Festival, which is going to happen in Dimapur. The music festival is scheduled for December 1st...

November 29, 2018

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March 18, 2019

“My Job as an Illustrator and Fashion Drawing Lecturer Combines My Love for Clothes...

Today we have a guest from Italy – Alice Balconi, a fashion illustrator and a fashion drawing lecturer at...

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January 24, 2019

Students in Shillong from Across NorthEast India, Share What’s Trending |...

Winter in Shillong can be pretty extreme with temperatures dropping as low as 3-4°C. While other parts of the...

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January 17, 2019

“I Want to Put North East India on The Global Fashion Map” – Fashion...

Fashion and North East India found each other as though they were always meant to be. Folks from this...

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December 30, 2018

New Year’s Eve Outfit Inspirations for Women by Lungzeu from Nagaland –...

No matter how and where you choose to spend your New Year’s Eve, we recommend making an effort to...

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December 30, 2018

Our Favorite Men’s Fashion Blogger from Nagaland – Karan Chetri of “...

2018 is almost winding up, and we’ve had a fantastic and memorable year! We hope you guys had a...

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November 26, 2018

Zena Marie Kire, Owner Of ZENA Bridal Salon, Nagaland Tells Us How & Why She...

For a girl, her wedding day is undoubtedly the most special day of her life. And for a bride,...

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February 25, 2019

“Classical Music Has Taught Me To Be Patient, Disciplined, Humble, Gentle”...

Today, we have a special guest with us, Ungrumso Raman – a Grade 8 Western Classical Guitarist from Manipur....

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February 19, 2019

“Our Music Is Inspired By Daily Things That Are Popular With The Young People...

With so many unique talents popping up in the music industry from all corners, we wonder just how much...

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February 5, 2019

Meet 17-Year-Old Nancy Lalvenzuali Khawlhring – Student, Singer Songwriter And...

She sings, she raps, she plays basketball and she write songs! Presenting to you a very talented, young and dynamic artist...

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January 31, 2019

Move Over K-POP Girl Bands! Here’s “5feet” – An All Girls...

We recently caught up with “5 feet”, an all-girls dance troupe from North East India. Comprising of four ladies...

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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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January 25, 2019

“A Trek To Dzukou Valley – So Pristine, You Will Feel Like You Are In...

“This picture was taken one pleasant afternoon of October last year – on our trek to Dzukou Valley, located...

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January 11, 2019

FACES | “It Was My First Snow Experience So I Was Very Excited And As Expected,...

“I took a trip to Sikkim with my college classmates on the 6th of December, 2018 to get a glimpse of...

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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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December 21, 2018

“Looking Down to Hundreds of Meters Below, the Valley Beneath Gives a...

“This was on our trip to Meghalaya in October. I went with five of my friends; we wanted to take...

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December 12, 2018

All The Awesome Highlights From This Year’s Edition Of The Hornbill Festival...

The Hornbill Festival in Nagaland has come to an end, drawing over two lakh tourists from across the state, country...

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November 30, 2018

A Visit To “The Woods” – Cottage by Doyang River, Pangti Village in...

So here’s the thing about visiting Nagaland. The whole state is a treasure trove of interesting ways to experience...

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November 29, 2018

Top Five Places You Need To Visit in Dimapur, Nagaland This December During Hornbill...

One of the most exciting events of the Hornbill Festival Nagaland is the Hornbill International Music Festival, which is going...

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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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October 4, 2018

Award-Winning Photojournalist from Nagaland, Zhazo Miachieo Takes Us Through His...

Robert Capa, known as one of the greatest war photographer and photojournalist in the history once quoted, “If your photos...

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September 8, 2018

“The Pictures I Capture Have Less Storytelling and More of an Artistic...

“The picture that you took with your camera is the imagination you want to create with reality.” — Scott...

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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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“Our Music Is Inspired By Daily Things That Are Popular With The Young People Around Us” – A Chat With Band Member Kijo Of Indie Band “Flowerpot” From Mizoram

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With so many unique talents popping up in the music industry from all corners, we wonder just how much extra effort these artists need to make to stand out...

February 19, 2019

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“I Want People To Experience The Beautiful Transformative Power Of A Tattoo” – A Chat With Tattoo Artist, Angel Zimik From Manipur

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Tattoos have gone mainstream, and what was once considered a mark of rebellion in the past has become a trend that most people sport as a meaningful symbol. What’s...

February 18, 2019

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Be Ready To Be Blown Away By These Surreal Art Made Of Charcoal And Graphite – Meet Artist Apone Naroh From Nagaland

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We are delighted to come across a number of young and talented folks in social media and more than happy to feature them on our blog to talk about...

February 12, 2019

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A Chat With Arambam Newton Singh, An Artist And Civil Engineering Student From Manipur | “My Artworks Are Inspired By the Rich Cultural Diversity Of My State”

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Embracing cultural diversity often inspires our creative passions and drive innovations. For Newton Singh, a civil engineering student and an aspiring artist from Manipur, the relationship and connection with...

February 7, 2019

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Meet 17-Year-Old Nancy Lalvenzuali Khawlhring – Student, Singer Songwriter And Rising Star Of Mizoram

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She sings, she raps, she plays basketball and she write songs! Presenting to you a very talented, young and dynamic artist Nancy Lalvenzuali Khawlhrong from Aizawl, Mizoram. Growing up with music...

February 5, 2019

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