Author Archives: Nesfas

Beyond techno fixes
Recognise the vulnerable people as knowledge holders and agents of change, and not mere recipients of technical assistance and loans

By Phrang Roy – The severe impact of global warming and technical solutions to it have always grabbed the attention of the media. Unfortunately, the socio-economic challenges of climate change that exposes the marginal to greater vulnerabilities and creates conflicts … Continue reading

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Recognise the vulnerable people as knowledge holders and agents of change, and not mere recipients of technical assistance and loans

NESFAS at the TED Talks

A great idea can be the start of a great revolution. At UTM Shillong, ideas that can change the world for a better tomorrow will take center-stage. The TEDxUTMShillong is an effort towards sharing and spreading life changing works of … Continue reading

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Indian President’s passionate plea against assimilating tribes

In a strongly worded speech the President of India, Pranab Mukherjee, said this week at the inauguration of the ‘Andaman & Nicobar Tribal Research and Training Institute’ (ANTRI) that attempts to assimilate tribes into the mainstream had failed and were … Continue reading

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Malnad Tuber Festival

Tubers and other root vegetables have been a part of our diet, culture and folklore for aeons. They include both domestic and wild species that have pride of place in our cuisine. Some common root crops include Colocasia (Arbi), Dioscorea … Continue reading

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Traditional Food Latest Trend In Pacific Northwest

Traditional foods are making a comeback in a new avatar in the Pacific Northwest. Restaurants, featuring old dishes infused with modern culinary innovations to create tasty, attractive, and healthy cuisine, are drawing the foodies in by their taste buds. To … Continue reading

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Mei Ram-ew ends with a groovy Disco Soup

The event was unique. The gathering was huge. The music unifying. And the message clear – Local is Cool, Cooking is Fun. The Mei Ram-ew ended on a high-voltage note when young and old visitors to the Mei Ram-ew were … Continue reading

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