Village Vibe

Village Vibe celebrates the art, culture and festivals of India’s village life. Urbanites aren’t the only ones who become social media stars, produce stunning art, enjoy food fads or follow fitness crazes. And as for festivals, there’s a totally different vibe in the villages.

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Guardians of the hoolock gibbons of Hollongapar

In Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary, Assam, tourist guides stand as sentinels, ensuring that the echoes of “hook hook hook-ooo” continue to resound through the ancient hollong trees, signalling a harmony between humans and nature.

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This Manipur designer’s creations echo tribal roots

Designer Easternlight Zimik draws from tribal heritage for his latest kashan (wraparound) collection, aiming to redefine conventional attire and empower rural Ukhrul's weavers.

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Homestays open doors to Kashmir’s final frontier Keran

Amid a captivating landscape, the homestays in Keran become a bridge across borders, inviting guests to feel at home in one of the remotest frontier villages in Kashmir

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Maharashtra’s fiery Bhiwapuri chilli faces extinction

Bhiwapuri chilli, known for its bright red colour, intense heat and cultural significance, is teetering on brink as farmers face low yields and turn towards growing hybrid varieties.

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What it’s like to travel in an all-woman train

Introduced by the West Bengal government, Matribhumi trains are meant exclusively for women's mobility. Though two mixed compartments were added post the protests in 2015, women still opt for it, valuing its comfort and safety.

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Manipuri film ‘Andro Dreams’ dribbles past gender stereotype

Filmmaker Meena Longjam’s ‘Andro Dreams’ breaks the mould of sports films, offering a nuanced perspective on a Manipur village, challenging societal norms through the lens of an all-girls football team.

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Why Odisha wants a GI tag for Koraput coffee

As Koraput coffee of Odisha embarks on an arduous journey to secure a geographical indication tag, farmers believe the recognition isn’t just a label but a celebration of their unique contribution to the global coffee tapestry.

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Cultivating liquid gold in Uttarakhand’s tea odyssey

A brew of tradition and ambition unfolds in the lush terrains of Nainital as sustained efforts to grow tea by 10 villages and the Uttarakhand tea board are reaching fruition.

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Rural fests you can attend this December

India is bursting with celebrations - from colourful traditions and rituals to music, dance, sports and delicious food. Come and experience the magic of India's festivals taking place in December 2023.