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The story of Ghonili and Inakha

Description: "In a Shena village, there lived a young warrior named Inakha and his wise, virtuous wife, Ghonili. They were admired for their love and harmony and were blessed with a beautiful daughter. However, during a time of war, Inakha became infatuated with Chevili, the daughter of his friend. To save his life from Chevili's brothers, who had discovered the affair, Inakha reluctantly agreed to marry Chevili. Heartbroken by this betrayal, Ghonili refused to share her husband, stating, ""An ivory necklac… more
Date: August 13, 2024
Duration: 7 minutes 02 seconds
Creator: Juli chophy
Partner: UNT College of Information

The story of Thochiu

Description: This folktale describes the superstitions and beliefs of Naga(sema), describing their knowledge of the Sema folktale, which is still guiding the community in their agricultural practices, preserving his legacy.
Date: August 10, 2024
Duration: 1 minute 50 seconds
Creator: Initoli
Partner: UNT College of Information

Folktale of Kongliang

Description: "A long time ago, there lived a family with two daughters. One day, the parents went to the fields, leaving the two girls at home. (The time of year is understood to be around end July to early August.) ""Tenü (younger sister), mother and father have gone to the fields, so today I will clean the rice and prepare the pigs’ food. You go to fetch the water and firewood”, the older sister told her younger sister. The younger sister readily agreed and went to collect firewood. She came laden with th… more
Date: August 15, 2024
Duration: 5 minutes 55 seconds
Creator: Martha Longkumer
Partner: UNT College of Information

Putu Yimsüsüba Tarensen

Description: The Ao people, originating from the “six stones” of Chungliyimti, saw their population grow over time. To maintain harmony, they felt the need for rules and thus, all Ao clans gathered at Longkonger house and form the ""Putu,” like a village council. There are five types of Putu: Medemsanger Putu, Mejensanger Putu, Mopungsanger Putu, Kosasanger Putu, and Reongsanger Putu. The Ao clans regard the Putu Menden as pure. To be part of the Putu Menden, certain criteria must be met: individuals invol… more
Date: August 14, 2024
Duration: 5 minutes
Creator: Tongpangnungshi Jamir
Partner: UNT College of Information

Tzü Ngutetba Aor Otsü

Description: The tale has its origin in "Long Terok", which means "Six stone" at Chungliyimti, where, according to the folklore, lies the origin of the Aos. Our ancestors had no knowledge about getting fresh water. They used water from cane and creepers from the wild for consumption. One day Lemsempirong, an old man, was in his field when he heard a bird chirping "Lemsempirong- Sempirong". Out of curiosity, he went towards where the bird was and found that it was repeatedly dipping its feathers in water, fl… more
Date: August 11, 2024
Duration: 6 minutes 57 seconds
Creator: Kitimenla
Partner: UNT College of Information

Rats and humans: An intricate bond

Description: Back in the days of yore, when mankind, nature and spirits were intertwined, humans struck a deal with a rat. The rat being quite clever, tried to outsmart the humans, but in turn, the humans revealed their selfish side.
Date: August 16, 2023
Duration: 12 minutes 11 seconds
Creator: Meyisenla Lemtur
Partner: UNT College of Information

Rabitsürla (Stepmother)

Description: The tales of 'Rabitsürla', meaning 'Stepmother' in the Ao language. The story follows the death of the first wife of our protagonist; she left him a daughter. He then goes on to marry again. At the beginning of their marriage, everything seems so beautiful and perfect, however Rabitsürla's true colours are soon revealed. In the presence of her husband, the new wife would treat the daughter like her own but in reality, she despised her. 'Rabitsürla' was often considered to be cruel towards her s… more
Date: August 16, 2023
Duration: 15 minutes 30 seconds
Creator: Meyisenla Lemtur
Partner: UNT College of Information

Shitilong Otsü

Description: This narration unveils a compelling legend from the Ao community's Mongsenyimyi Village, where tradition and culture are revered. Around 180 years after the village's formation, the tale of "Shitilong" emerged, witnessed by a man of wealth and wisdom, Süameren, who was part of the village council. Shitilong literally translates to "Elephant Rock" as it is a huge rock, like a mighty elephant. This Rock became the God of Mongsenyimti, ushering in an era of worship and blessings. The natives place… more
Date: July 26, 2023
Duration: 4 minutes 15 seconds
Creator: Dorela Jangru; Onenkokla Jamir; Arentula; Kecheitei-ü letro & Thechano Murry
Partner: UNT College of Information

The story of Puliebadze

Description: "This folktale comes from the Western Angami community of Jotsoma Village to which I belong. 'Puliebadze' is a mountain peak standing at an elevation of 2,296 m, overlooking the capital city of Nagaland, Kohima. It is the centerpiece of Pulie Badze Wildlife Sanctuary. Through this assignment I would like to delve deeper into the historic folktale of this mountain peak which stands tall today. Pulie belonged to the Nakhro clan of Jotsoma Village. He resided at Phezhu Jotsoma (present day Scienc… more
Date: August 13, 2023
Duration: 4 minutes 41 seconds
Creator: Aneize-e Nagi
Partner: UNT College of Information

The two brothers

Description: The story of two brothers revolves around two individuals who were indifferent to each other, only shedding tears at the end.
Date: August 8, 2024
Duration: 2 minutes 41 seconds
Creator: Benrilo Ngullie
Partner: UNT College of Information

Folk song of Lunngbung

Description: This song narrates the life of Lungbung, a wealthy man from Inrenglong Village, who enjoys a life of great prosperity. His wealth is symbolized by an abundance of wine, likened to an ever-flowing pond that never dries up. Highly respected and revered by the people, Lungbung is compared to celestial bodies like the sun and moon, reflecting his esteemed status within the community. The villagers earnestly wish him a long and healthy life, hoping he will continue to provide guardianship and protec… more
Date: October 8, 2024
Duration: 1 minute 36 seconds
Creator: Ganchuiliu Rikhi
Partner: UNT College of Information

Child Birth System of Garo Community

Description: "Experienced elderly women known as kamals take on the role of midwives, guiding mothers through childbirth without medical intervention. Remarkably, they use sharpened bamboo, carefully crafted by cutting and honing the plant's edges, to assist in the delivery process. A trio of kamals work together to support the mother, employing their collective wisdom to ensure a safe and successful birth. Even in cases where the mother falls ill, the community relies on their ancestral knowledge, choosing… more
Date: August 22, 2024
Duration: 4 minutes 28 seconds
Creator: Jaksilchi S Sangma
Partner: UNT College of Information

Unpleasant Stepmother - Wangman K.m4a

Description: "Once upon a time, there was a family with two children and their parents. Unfortunately, one day, the mother passed away. After sometime, the father remarried but the stepmother disliked the children. She instructed the husband to keep the children in the field to look after it. The husband agreed to his wife's request and took the children to the field. After leaving them in the field, their father would hand their stepmother the best food to give to the children. However, since she did not l… more
Date: August 16, 2024
Duration: 2 minutes 13 seconds
Creator: Wangman
Partner: UNT College of Information

Story of "Jugi Silchi"

Description: In the ancient Garo Hills, a remarkably beautiful woman named Jugi Silchi lived among her people. Her exceptional beauty captured the attention of the powerful King of Assam, Ahom, who was determined to make her his queen. However, the Garo people, unwilling to part with their beloved Jugi Silchi, cleverly hid her in a secluded cave to protect her. This brave act ensured her safety and allowed her to remain a cherished member of their community. To this day, Jugi Silchi's legendary beauty is ce… more
Date: July 25, 2024
Duration: 4 minutes 39 seconds
Creator: Jaksilchi S Sangma
Partner: UNT College of Information

Traditional Dishes Of Garo Community

Description: This narration gives a fascinating account of the traditional dishes of the Garo community, highlighting how they used to cook and the flavors they enjoyed. The narrator explains that in the past, the Garo people would venture into the forest to forage for vegetables, which were a staple ingredient in their cuisine. This practice allowed them to survive and thrive in their environment. She also touches on the differences between traditional dishes of the past and present, likely noting how mode… more
Date: July 23, 2024
Duration: 4 minutes 22 seconds
Creator: Jaksilchi S Sangma
Partner: UNT College of Information

Tuluni apu asu le

Description: This folk song is about the Tuluni festival of the Sumi tribe. The Tuluni festival is celebrated to welcome the arrival of the new crops from the field. This song talks about how the Tuluni festival is celebrated in the mid year. It talks about how the lover's family exchanges gifts and meals with each other. They can be seen exchanging generous amount of meat and food. It is a time of joy for everyone, even for the poor ones and the workers, as they are also fed with generous amount of food du… more
Date: August 12, 2024
Duration: 1 minute 49 seconds
Creator: Vikitoli Kiba
Partner: UNT College of Information

Supernatural beliefs

Description: The supernatural beliefs where people's souls turn into wild beast.
Date: March 5, 2023
Duration: 11 minutes 22 seconds
Creator: Aliho Chophi
Partner: UNT College of Information

The folktale about the bird 'Hornbill'

Description: "Once upon a time, a group of women were working in the field. Among them, two women had infant babies and kept their names as Kahuli and Kiviko. As they grew up they became lovers. Kahuli got married to a wealthy man from another village since Kiviko was someone who was poor. After hearing that Kahuli was married, Kiviko was heartbroken, but eventually he accepted his fate. One evening Kahuli's friend tried to test Kiviko's love for her, so they assigned him a task, which was to carry a flamin… more
Date: September 14, 2024
Duration: 3 minutes 48 seconds
Creator: Vivo Vadeo
Partner: UNT College of Information

The tale of two young lovers

Description: "Love story of Dari and Rakhrülü A long time ago, during the time of our foreparents, there lived one young man and a woman. The young man's name was ""Dari"", a handsome and sturdy man of Thenyizumi. The woman's name was ""Rakhrülü"", a beautiful woman from Chedema. As the terrace fields of Thenyizumi and Chedema are in adjacency, the young couple began to get to know each other, and would happily work in the same field every day. Subsequently, Dari and Rakhrülü began to like each other. They… more
Date: August 14, 2024
Duration: 2 minutes 42 seconds
Creator: Nuthito dozo
Partner: UNT College of Information

The story of Raünthüvüpa and Lürathüvüpa

Description: This narrative revolves around the village chief of Leruri and his unique bond with the tiger, the sovereign of the forest. It also explores the origins of Leruri village. In ancient times, a cycle of violence existed between humans and tigers, with each posing a threat to the other. Among the villagers was a hero named Ralimpong, whose father, Dvüdey, held the title of village king. One fateful day, when Ralimpong was merely an infant, his parents left him alone in their field hut while they t… more
Date: August 16, 2024
Duration: 2 minutes 29 seconds
Creator: Meyesü Peri
Partner: UNT College of Information

A tale of a lady and the spirit of a tree

Description: Romantic relationships between individuals are common and natural; however, there is a unique tale of a woman who fell in love with a being she could only encounter at night. During the day, her lover was nowhere to be seen. Concerned by this peculiar circumstance, the woman's family decided to investigate. They instructed her to cover her lover with a red shawl just before he departed, while maintaining her usual conversation with him during his visit that night. When her lover arrived that ev… more
Date: August 9, 2024
Duration: 5 minutes 44 seconds
Creator: Henchem Phom
Partner: UNT College of Information

Stepmother

Description: This is a brief story of a son who became a wild animal because his mother did not love him. A very loving family consisting of a father, mother, and son used to reside in a village long ago. The family had excellent ties with both the village and its neighbors, and was a truly loving and content family. Unfortunately, their happiness was short-lived, as sorrow struck them: the mother passed away, leaving the boy and father in despair and grieving for a very long period. After a few years, the … more
Date: August 9, 2024
Duration: 7 minutes 24 seconds
Creator: Henchem Phom
Partner: UNT College of Information

Katjo Tsai

Description: Three brief "Wancho Folksongs", known as “Kātjo Tsāi” or "Birth Song" are included in the audio clip above. The first song echoes the importance of being wise in the pursuit of life. It expresses the idea of exhorting and shares that one should take the narrow route; rather than pursuing things that appear large and important but will ultimately result in catastrophe. It conveys the idea that great things can be achieved by taking small steps towards larger goals in life. It is a song about kee… more
Date: July 31, 2024
Duration: 3 minutes 31 seconds
Creator: Lihmai Wangsu
Partner: UNT College of Information

The Little Girl Who Turned into a Bird

Description: This is a story about a mother and her little daughter who go to a paddy field to work. While the mother toils away, the little girl waits patiently. As time passes, she gets hungry. She approaches her mother and asks her to come and eat. However, the mother gently refuses her, saying, 'Wait, let me work a little more'. The girl goes to her mother for the second time, saying she's hungry, the mother denies it again for the second time. The third time, the little girl asks her mother for her sha… more
Date: August 15, 2024
Duration: 1 minute 22 seconds
Creator: Nikule Kapfo
Partner: UNT College of Information
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