Chutney music, an extraordinary fusion of Bhojpuri folk traditions and Caribbean influences, holds a unique place in the history of music. Originating from the indentured labor communities of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, this genre traveled thousands of miles across oceans, transforming into a vibrant musical expression of the Indian diaspora in the Caribbean. Over time, […]Read More
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Lepcha Community of Sikkim: Cultural Heritage and Conservation Efforts
The Lepcha tribe, that resides in the breath-taking Himalayan range represents a fascinating blend of tradition, culture and adaptation. Primarily inhabiting the North-east corner of India, particularly in regions like Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Bhutan, Sikkim and Darjeeling, they carry with them a rich heritage that resonates through their lifestyles, language and beliefs. With a population […]Read More
Legacy of Resistance: The Journey Towards Native Hawaiian Sovereignty
This is a story as ancient as the islands that are in the crystalline waters of the pacific, it is a tale of the native Hawaiian sovereignty. For centuries, the islands of Hawaii were home to a thriving civilization which was rich in culture, tradition and language. However, with the arrival of the west in […]Read More
Naga Tribes: History,Cultural Traditions and the Struggles
The Naga tribe, located in the northeastern region of India, has a rich culture and heritage that has marks of tradition as well as resilience. The Naga people are spread amongst the hills and dense forest of Nagaland and its neighboring states. They have been living here since ages and have went on to form […]Read More
KOREAN LANGUAGE ORIGIN The origin of the Korean language is a topic of much debate among linguists and scholars. While there is no conclusive evidence as to the exact origin of the language, it is believed to be a member of the Koreanic language family, which is considered a branch of the Altaic language family. […]Read More
The Tamil language is a Dravidian language spoken in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, as well as in Sri Lanka, Singapore, and Malaysia. It is one of the oldest languages in the world, with a history that dates back over 2,000 years. The earliest known Tamil inscriptions date from the 3rd century BCE […]Read More
Sanskrit is an ancient language that dates back over 3,500 years ago to the Indian subcontinent and continues to be used today, primarily as a liturgical language within Hinduism. It is considered one of the oldest and most revered languages in the world, and it is said to have been used as a language of […]Read More