The Hornbill Festival, Nagaland’s iconic cultural and tourism fair that is annually held from December 1 to 10, has evolved into a celebration showcasing the diverse and vibrant cultural and traditional heritage of the tribes of Nagaland. In its 25th year, the festival was conceived at a time when the state was slowly returning to normalcy, following the signing of …
Manipur is rich in culture and biodiversity. Bank Holidays in Manipur Bank holidays in Manipur in 2023 include regional festivals and fairs, national events and state and central government holidays. The word ‘ngai’ is the Rongmei word for ‘festival,’ and ‘ni’ also translates to ‘seed sowing festival’ in the Mao language. Lui-Ngai-Ni: The Festival of Manipur Talking more about the …
On a characteristically Nagaland day – one where the clouds settle into the hilly landscape but also clear the way for sunlight – Task Force for Music and Arts advisor Theja Meru has a verdant view of it all from his office. In the hope of drawing a sizeable crowd every night, the Hornbill Music Festival is now scaling up …