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July 20, 2019

Sweet Rush, A Cafe In Dimapur, Nagaland – The Perfect Place To Unwind And Have...

The streets of Duncan Basti in Dimapur are sprawling with a variety of food joints – each of them...

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July 19, 2019

#RECIPE | Ao Naga Dish ‘Amrusu’ by Kristi Kikon Murry

Nutritious, filling and absolutely delicious, Amrusu is a staple in the traditional Ao cuisine. A meal on its own,...

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July 18, 2019

Rovino Livi From Nagaland Poses With Her Loramhosii (Naga Shawl) At World Peace...

“The ‘Naganess’ in me is on another level. That’s what my friends always say. I had posted a few...

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July 17, 2019

Discover a New World Through Cosplay – a Chat With the Founder of the Nagaland...

With the Annual Cosfest coming to an end, you might think it’s the end of another beautiful chapter for...

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Sweet Rush, A Cafe In Dimapur, Nagaland – The Perfect Place To Unwind And Have A Hearty Meal

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The streets of Duncan Basti in Dimapur are sprawling with a variety of food joints – each of them bringing something new to the table. While exploring the place,...

July 20, 2019

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#RECIPE | Ao Naga Dish ‘Amrusu’ by Kristi Kikon Murry

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Nutritious, filling and absolutely delicious, Amrusu is a staple in the traditional Ao cuisine. A meal on its own, it can be your go-to comfort food as well as...

July 19, 2019

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

Published by Arepla Jamir

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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A Dip Into The Mind Of A Young And Inspired Published Poet – Runshito Lims, Nagaland

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Poetry is not a learned language yet it’s a language that fills you up and breathes your experiences onto paper in rhymes and imagery. 21 year old Runshito Lims...

July 16, 2019

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Enboklang Chyne and His Friends Visit the Laitlum Canyons in Meghalaya

Published by Shanmi

Recently in May, me and my friends took a trip to one of the most famous tourist spots in Meghalaya, Laitlum. We headed up to the Laitlum Canyons –...

June 28, 2019

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Experience The Ultimate Summer Escapade At ‘Weiing – The Lakefront Camp’ In Meghalaya

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Are you planning to take an adventure trip this summer? Well, we’ve got the perfect place for you tucked in nature. Weiing – The Lakefront Camp is located at...

June 18, 2019

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A Chat With Roderick Roy Yumkham, A Passionate Photographer From Manipur

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Photography is about storytelling, about finding the extraordinary in the mundane and about gaining perspective of our surroundings. Today, we have Roderick Roy Yumkham, from Manipur, to share his...

July 9, 2019

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“I Find My Escape From The World In My Paintings” – A Chat With Naresh Meetei, Artist From Manipur

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Naresh Meetei is a 33-year-old contemporary artist from Manipur who works currently as an Art director at an advertising agency in New Delhi. Growing up, he was always fond...

July 8, 2019

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

Published by Arepla Jamir

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

Published by Nara Longkumer

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

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“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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#RECIPE | Ao Naga Dish ‘Amrusu’ by Kristi Kikon Murry

Published by Temsulong

Nutritious, filling and absolutely delicious, Amrusu is a staple in the traditional Ao cuisine. A meal on its own, it can be your go-to comfort food as well as...

July 19, 2019

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#RECIPE | Mizoram’s Favourite Dish ‘Bai’ – Made With The Stalks Of Cauliflower | by Priya Iyer

Published by Shanmi

Have you heard of a dish called ‘Bai’? “Bai is a kind of soup that hails from the exotic state of Mizoram. The state boasts of a number of...

July 13, 2019

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Sweet Rush, A Cafe In Dimapur, Nagaland – The Perfect Place To Unwind And Have A Hearty Meal

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The streets of Duncan Basti in Dimapur are sprawling with a variety of food joints – each of them bringing something new to the table. While exploring the place,...

July 20, 2019

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Visit Momobar at Dimapur, Nagaland – Serving Some of The Best Momos in Town!

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Can we ever get enough of Momos? Guess not! We are always on the hunt to find the best momo places. Recently, we chanced up one such amazing restaurant...

May 24, 2019

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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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April 16, 2019

Get Your Dose Of Fashion Inspiration From Tiapong Tzudir, A Fashion Enthusiast From...

Some days in the past, it was largely the job of a handful of glossy print magazines to decide...

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April 12, 2019

Retro Fashion is Trending this Spring in North-East India

Fashion is cyclical, in truth; trends are recurrent, and the best ones tend to come back in style in...

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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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July 3, 2019

Meet 23-Year-Old DJ Inavito From Nagaland aka ‘Jamie Shikhu’

As the saying goes by George Herbert, “Do not wait; the time will never be ‘just right’. Start where...

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June 19, 2019

Artist Imkong Imchen From Nagaland Talks About His Recent Single ‘2:00 AM AGAIN...

It is often said that our struggles shape us. Everything that happens has an ultimate role to play in...

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June 7, 2019

In Conversation With Meyinungsang Longkumer, A Singer-Songwriter From Nagaland

The music scene in Nagaland has totally gone up a notch to deliver a tough competition to the rest...

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May 21, 2019

Introducing a Rising Singer, Temsukala Lemtur from Nagaland

They say, ‘a dream is a wish your heart makes’. And indeed, our dreams are often the voices of...

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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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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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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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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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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

Published by Shanmi

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

Published by Shanmi

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

Published by Shanmi

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

Published by Shanmi

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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