In a major cultural and political decision, Meghalaya Cabinet has approved the Meghalaya Official Languages Ordinance, 2026, granting Khasi and Garo official language status alongside English. The move repeals the Meghalaya State Language Act, 2005, and will gradually allow Khasi and Garo to be used in government communications and administration. Another key change: the Meghalaya…
Shillong, April 14: Conrad K. Sangma on Monday announced a comprehensive research initiative aimed at studying the origins and evolution of Meghalaya’s indigenous communities, including the Khasi people, Jaintia people, and Garo people. According to the Chief Minister, the state government has constituted two separate expert committees to carry out the study. One committee will…
In the 21st century, space has become a crucial domain of strategic competition. Satellites support communication, navigation, weather forecasting, surveillance, banking networks, and modern military systems. Because of this dependence, many countries have developed Anti-Satellite (ASAT) weapons—systems designed to disable or destroy satellites in orbit. Among the emerging space powers, India and China have both…
In the digital age, a single observation can ignite a firestorm of historical and philosophical debate. When Elon Musk suggested that the terms “First Nations” or “Indigenous” should, in fairness, apply to the English, French, and Spanish in Europe, he touched a nerve that spans centuries of colonial history. On the surface, the logic seems…
Wayanad, Kerala: The existence of Scheduled Tribe (ST) reserved Assembly constituencies in Kerala, particularly in Wayanad district, has sparked renewed debate over whether political reservation has translated into real empowerment for Adivasi communities. The Sulthan Bathery Assembly constituency, one of the few seats reserved for Scheduled Tribes in the state, was created to ensure representation…
On 1 February 2026, India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-27, outlining the government’s fiscal priorities for the coming year. A central theme of this budget is inclusive development, with specific provisions aimed at supporting tribal communities (Scheduled Tribes). While several allocations reflect a continued commitment to tribal welfare, there are concerns…
An Ancient Culinary Ritual from Himachal Pradesh Nestled in the majestic folds of the Himalayas, where snow-capped peaks watch over terraced fields and ancient temples, there exists a feast that is far more than a meal—it is a ceremony, a communal bond, and a legacy served on leaves. This is Kangdi Dham, the traditional celebratory…
भारतीय स्वतंत्रता संग्राम के इतिहास में झारखंड की धरती ने सबसे पहले विद्रोह का बिगुल फूंका। चाहे 1855 का ऐतिहासिक संताल हूल हो या उससे पहले तिलका मांझी का सशस्त्र संघर्ष—अंग्रेजी सत्ता को सबसे पहली और सबसे सशक्त चुनौती इसी भूमि से मिली। 1857 की क्रांति की पहली चिंगारी भी देवघर के पास रोहिणी से…
Palghar (Maharashtra):Police in Maharashtra’s Palghar district have registered a case against four persons for allegedly selling a 20-year-old tribal woman for ₹3 lakh under the pretext of marriage. The case has been registered at Wada police station following a complaint filed by the woman earlier this week.According to police officials, the woman belongs to the…
Every year on December 31, while much of the world prepares to welcome the New Year with celebration and festivity, Indigenous communities of Arunachal Pradesh and Northeast India observe Donyi Polo Day with reflection, prayer, and cultural pride. For followers of the Donyi Polo faith, this day is not about ending a year, but about…
