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The Story of Mr Kasho Papu

Description: "In the mystical land of Nagaland, there once lived a man named Kiviho, known for his wisdom and deep love for nature. Kasho, Kiviho's son, inhirited his father's love for the land and reverence for tradition. Kiviho, sensing his time drawing near, called upon his beloved son to share a profound secret. Kiviho said, ""My dear son, listen closely, for the time has come for me to reveal a hidden truth. When I pass from this earthly realm, I shall return as a bird, singing 'Kasho Pap', which trans… more
Date: August 14, 2024
Duration: 4 minutes 06 seconds
Creator: Hitokali A KIba
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Metemneo Festival

Description: This is a short narration about the main festival of the Yimkhiung Nagas - the Medemneo festival. This festival is celebrated widely by the Yimkhiungs in the first week of August every year. The narrator describes in detail the essence of the festival, what is done during this festival and why it is celebrated.
Date: July 3, 2023
Duration: 5 minutes 23 seconds
Creator: Dorela Jangru
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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
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Folk tale of Hekarei and Maiserung

Description: The folk tale/story is about Hekarei & Maiseurung. Once upon a time, Hekarei and Maiseurung lived in the same place. One day, Maiseurung was walking up and down with a file in his hand and Hekarei saw and thought Maiseurung was a knowledgeable person. So, Hekarei asked Maiseurung, ""What are you doing with the file, walking up and down?"" Maiseurung replied, ""I teach people"". Hekarei was impressed and thought of sending his children to Maiseurung to educate his children. Finally, Hekarei mad… more
Date: August 9, 2024
Duration: 2 minutes 29 seconds
Creator: Keheileuding
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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
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Story of the two eagles

Description: The story of two eagles who lived in a tall, huge tree. All the people tried to take the eagles but none succeeded. One day, two brothers decided to climb the tree with the help of a ready-made nail of well-matured bamboo, with an agreement that whoever reached the nest first would get the bigger bird. The younger brother reached the nest before the older brother, but the older brother wanted to take the bigger bird for himself. In a fit of anger and jealousy, the older brother, as he climbed d… more
Date: August 13, 2024
Duration: 4 minutes 04 seconds
Creator: Mughabeli Shohe
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Story Of "Asi Malja"

Description: The legend of Asi Malja is a deeply ingrained superstitious belief within the Garo community, serving as a cautionary tale about the importance of respecting and listening to one's elders. According to the belief, Asi and Malja were two individuals cursed by their gods for their disobedience, leading to severe consequences. The phrase "Asi Malja" has become a common expression used to warn both children and adults about the repercussions of ignoring traditional wisdom and advice. This legend un… more
Date: July 23, 2024
Duration: 6 minutes 32 seconds
Creator: Jaksilchi S Sangma
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The story of a man who had demons as his disciples

Description: Once there lived a certain man in Sangphur village, located in Tuensang. He did not have children and his wife had passed away few years after their marriage. The people in the village thought he was a peculiar man. He lived alone and did not interact much with people, but he could heal people from their sickness. He would just murmur some words and the person would be healed. He would always go to the fields very late to work, and would always return home after sunset. One day a man was return… more
Date: August 13, 2024
Duration: 2 minutes 08 seconds
Creator: Sorila Y Yimchunger
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Lunso ching sangwan pungcho

Description: From time immemorial we Nagas did not have a real language and recorded time of our culture history and traditions, yet we came along to preserve our identity and traditions through songs and folklore. Above all, singing was the main form of expressing the thoughts and events of the people. Throughout every history, singing has accompanied the Naga peoples through time. As we dive in deeper, we learn that singing is the main form of preserving history and narrating stories and events. The menti… more
Date: August 4, 2024
Duration: 1 minute 27 seconds
Creator: Tsusola
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Recipe of Kholar with Pig Trotters

Description: This video offers step-by-step instructions for preparing Kholar (kidney beans) with pig trotters, featuring the narrator cooking and demonstrating each stage of the process. Kholar is a staple food of the Yimkhiung Nagas, prepared alone or, as shown in this video, with pig trotters as a soup-based dish. Ingredients may vary based on personal preference, and this video presents one of the simplest recipes.
Date: July 18, 2024
Duration: 3 minutes 02 seconds
Creator: Dorela Jangru
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Partner: UNT College of Information
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