The Women keeping Northeast India’s Weaving Traditions alive
Northeast India’s women weavers are transforming ancestral skills into modern livelihoods. Balancing heritage with contemporary fashion, they weave cultural stories into everything from traditional attire to modern accessories. However, sustaining this vital 72% female-led workforce requires fair wages, market access, and protecting community motifs from exploitation as the craft evolves.
Lalthakimi Khupchawng
2 days ago3 min read
Acha oh...you're from Bihar
From household jokes to Bollywood films and viral memes, Bihar has been reduced to a stereotype that overshadows its rich history and remarkable contributions to India. But when did an entire state's identity become synonymous with crime, poverty, and illiteracy? It's time to look beyond the punchlines and recognise the people behind them.
Anika Dutt
Oct 153 min read