Category Archives: ARTICLE

Revival of indigenous food system: Hill paddy cultivation in Madanrtiang

Posted on August 3, 2020 by Nesfas

Gratia Dkhar, Naphishisha Nongsiej and Bhogtoram Mawroh “There is no alternative” or TINA was a slogan used by Conservative British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher which basically meant that there was no alternative to a market economy and globalised capitalism was … Continue reading →

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The new normal: Market at your doorstep

Posted on August 1, 2020 by Nesfas

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic sweeping the state has caused regular markets to be either closed or partially functioning subject to protocols stipulated by the government thereby causing great economic hardship to many. This, however, has not deterred Mawhiang headman Bindar … Continue reading →

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Safety with Style: Indigenous Eri Silk Masks from Khweng

Posted on July 31, 2020 by Meghana Injeti

The ongoing pandemic has everyone contemplating their mask experiences now more than ever. Until the past few months, masks were associated with dust allergies, health professions and style statements, but now they are a necessity to fight an infectious virus.The … Continue reading →

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Nongprut youths pave way for a fresher future

Posted on July 28, 2020 by Nesfas

When there’s a will, there’s a way. When given an opportunity and space, 10 young community members from Nongprut (West Khasi Hills) rose to the occasion recently to set an example on the importance of kitchen gardens for other youths … Continue reading →

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Darechikgre brings back superfoods into their backyards

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Meghana Injeti

Members of the Darechikgre community (West Garo Hills district) are known to have a self-reliant approach towards their food production and systems, i.e. they grow and eat their produce. Currently, there are three Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) farmer groups certified … Continue reading →

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Community members value the importance of WASH campaign during pandemic

Posted on July 22, 2020 by Nesfas

The Society for Urban and Rural Empowerment (SURE), during a recent survey at several villages, said community members have lauded the NGO’s initiative to hold several Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) campaigns in the past as it has proved to … Continue reading →

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