Ekhon

22/11/2024

‘Oh Hei’ tells the story of a pregnant woman who tragically loses her life and makes her way to the afterlife, referred to as Kazeiram or Yangram in Tangkhul mythology. Featherheads Augustine Luiyaiwoshi

EKHON |UKHRUL: Featherheads in collaboration with Longrah, an Event Management is set to release 'Oh Hei', their first animated music video on 23rd Nov. at

18/11/2024

Interested in filmmaking and conserving rich biodiversity and culture?? Watch this space for updates in GreenHub Fellowship in filmmaking. The Habitat Trust, major sponsor of Green Hub shares how local filmmakers can contribute to "Stories from the Ground: Northeast".

The Habitats Trust (THT) in collaboration with Dusty Foot Productions (DFP) launched a compelling short documentary series, Stories from the Ground: Northeas...

17/11/2024

MUST WATCH: Khapa: The Song of Nocte by Chajo Lowang

In Borduria village, the Khapa songs are central to the Chalo Loku festival. With few leaders remaining, these songs are fading with the older generations. If the younger generation doesn’t learn them, the tradition—and a part of the Nocte identity—will disappear. Passing on traditions is essential to keeping a culture alive. Language: Khapa, Nocte

In Borduria village, the Khapa songs are central to the Chalo Loku festival. With few leaders remaining, these...

16/11/2024

Stories from the Ground: Northeast is a short documentary series that spans 28 districts across the eight states of Northeast India and features films in 22 dialects and local languages, with English subtitles. Covering a diverse range of themes, including unique habitats, endangered species, traditional ecological knowledge, agro-biodiversity, scientific research, and innovative solutions for sustainability, the films showcase the interconnected challenges and opportunities within the region.

Read: https://ekhon.in/the-habitats-trust-unveils-film-series-celebrating-ne-regions-biodiversity-and-culture/

MUST WATCH !!!!

of Wui village, Khiamniungan tribe, Nagaland believes in a different kind of adventure sport – climbing...

14/11/2024

In a display of creativity and environmental conservation, Environmental Force at Grass Root Level (ENFOGAL) organized a painting competition dedicated to the Mrs. Hume’s Pheasant at Jessami village of Ukhrul District. The event was held in collaboration with Ekhon and Jessami Village Authority on 11th November 2024 at Jessami Higher Secondary School. Watch the video here. 👇

EKHON|UKHRUL: In a display of creativity and environmental conservation, Environmental Force at Grass Root Level (ENFOGAL) organized a painting competition d...

11/11/2024

We organized this event to raise awareness about the conservation of Mrs. Hume’s Pheasant, a rare and precious species that plays a vital role in our ecosystem. By engaging students and the local community, we aim to foster a sense of responsibility and appreciation for protecting biodiversity. This initiative empowers young minds and strengthens community commitment to safeguarding our natural heritage”, Patrick Shangh, Project Director of Environmental Force At Grass Root Level - Enfogal.

(Jenny Thingshung)

24/10/2024

Condolence messages are pouring in for Themmaso Tallanao, President of Tangkhul Mayar Ngala Long and Masathing Mangshon, Assistant General Secretary who died in an accident near Shingcha junction from different quarters including Ukhrul MLA Ram Muivah and CSOs from across states. The condolence service is set for tomorrow at TNL

23/10/2024

The Naga Student's Federation (NSF), ANSAM and their units are on a mission to Chandel and Ukhrul to "Safeguard Naga Homeland: Breaking Barriers and Shadow Lines". Here, at the international border pillar no 87. The team is set to visit Kamjong tomorrow.

23/10/2024

The All Manipur Tribal Union criticized the Centre for allocating Rs 217.50 crores under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) for developing 57 roads exclusively in the valley area of Manipur, leaving out the vast hill areas.

EKHON| UKHRUL: All Manipur Tribal Union (AMTU) has strongly expressed disapproval against the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways for excluding Hill

14/10/2024

Show your love and support for the Featherheads, one of the best original Folk Rock band from the Tangkhul community.

10/10/2024

The youths of Tangkhul Catholic Youth Federation (TCYF) is igniting the spirit of competition at the ongoing General Assembly cm Sports Meet, scheduled from October 9-12 at Holy Spirit Church, Longpi Kajui, Ukhrul District.

https://ekhon.in/tangkhul-catholic-youth-gather-for-33rd-general-assembly-5th-inter-parish-sports-meet/

09/10/2024

Yungreiphi Awungshi Shimrei of Haokok Thang-Ta Academy, Hungpung clinches Gold in Khonglon-Khutlon Event at the 30th National Junior Thang-Ta Championship in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. With 17 Gold, 4 Silver and 5 Bronze, Manipur emerges Team Champion in the National Championship.

https://ekhon.in/tangkhul-girl-as-yungreiphi-wins-gold-at-thang-ta-nationals-manipur-emerges-overall-champion/

07/10/2024

The rally held under the theme ‘Wildlife Conservation through Co-existence,’ emphasized the importance of coexisting with wildlife and preserving the natural balance.

EKHON |UKHRUL: Ukhrul Forest Division, in partnership with Jessami Village, hosted a rally on October 2, 2024, to commemorate the 70th Wildlife Week

06/10/2024

AC Rinsing, a young talented Tangkhul filmmaker from Ringui Village in Ukhrul District, alongside award-winning filmmaker Sunzu Bachaspatimayum is representing Manipur at the Busan International Film Festival 2024 in South Korea. SAMKHOK is his debut film.

https://ekhon.in/ac-rinsing-young-tangkhul-filmmaker-represents-manipur-at-busan-international-film-festival-2024/

06/10/2024

For too long, the Naga people have remained politically dormant, allowing external powers to dictate their future. The recent developments should serve as a wake-up call. The fencing of the border and the revocation of the FMR are not just policy decisions- they are existential threats to Naga identity, culture, and aspirations. The Naga people must organise, mobilise, and assert their political will to resist these changes, writes Dr Pamreihor Khashimwo.

By Dr Pamreihor Khashimwo

05/10/2024

WATCH the Press briefing by IGP Dr. IK Muivah on the recovery of 16 out of 20 looted arms by agitated mob of Hunphun from Ukhrul Police Station on 2nd October, 2024 following the violent that occurred during the social work organized by the Thawaijao Hungpung Young Student's Organization (THYSO).

Dr. IGP IK Muivah has stated that 80% of the looted arms have been recovered from Hunphun and intense search efforts is continuing to recover the remaining w...

05/10/2024

During the unfortunate clash between Hunphun and Hungpung village on 2nd October, an enraged mob from Hunphun stormed the Ukhrul Police Station, seizing 20 weapons, including eight 9mm pistols, six INSAS rifles, three AK-47 rifles, two 9mm carbines, one SLR. These weapons were subsequently used in the violent attack. It has since recovered 16 of the looted fi****ms with 4 still unaccounted for.

UKHRUL | EKHON: IGP Dr. IK Muivah said that 80% of the looted arms have been recovered, with intense search efforts ongoing to retrieve the remaining weapons

03/10/2024

By TS Angelus, Retired MPS