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The Northeast India AV Archive aims to collect a wide range of audiovisual materials from the northeastern states of India and, when permitted, make them easily accessible online. This page is updated regularly. Please be sure to read our terms if you plan to utilise any of the materials available on this website or contact us if you have any queries.

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Eri silk from Meghalaya • www.meghalaya-silk.com

Coping with the climatic change the people of Meghalaya is increasing the peace silk rearing. We help to develop a sustainable and fair eri silk textile chain. A PPP project from GIZ and Seidentraum • meghalaya-silk.com

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Everybody Hurts

This film highlights the incident and shows how the families concerned dealt with the tragedy and how they are struggling to cope with it. In 2001 in Aristo Bawri Mansion Dhankheti an atrocious incident occurred that shocked and the town of Shillong, when eight innocent people were shot.

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Exploring the Silk Industry of Assam | Sualkuchi | Muga, Pat & Eri Silk | A Documentary

Originally, Sualkuchi was a ‘craft village, home to several cottage industries like handloom weaving, oil processing, pottery, gold making etc. But all of these, other than weaving have almost become extinct. The weaving industry of Sualkuchi remained confined to the Tanti community till the 1930s. Later on, people from other communities also took up silk weaving. Even some fishermen and Brahmin communities took to weaving as their main source of income as handloom was emerging as the most profitable source of income. The weaving industry of Sualkuchi received a major boost during the 2nd World War. Slowly, almost the entire village took up weaving.

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Feminine Fashions

The costumes of Indian women and the accessories which go with them are shown in this film Besides the saree, a popular wear, the documentary exhibits the pherar of Kashmiri women, colourful dresses of the Khasi and Naga women of Assam, the salwar and Kameez of the Punjab and the garara and odhani worn by girls from Uttar Pradesh.

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First Documentary Film on Mishmi Marriage System 2018 | Mishmi Tribe | Arunachal Pradesh India

First Documentary film of Mishmi Marriage system in 2018, this documentary film is made on the reality of customary norms and systems of Indigenous Mishmi (Kman & Tawrã) Lohit & Anjaw Arunachal Pradesh India. This documentary film is not to hurt any individuals, or any society in this universe. This is for preservation and promotion for the Mishmi society.

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Escaping Museums - La(k)hempong stories

Presently split between Indian States of Assam and Meghalaya Raid Nongtung struggles to hold on to its identity.

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Exclusive Interview with Neil Nongkynrih,Founder Shillong Chamber Choir

Neil Nongkynrih, mentor and founder of Shilong Chamber Choir has been conferred with the Padma Shri Award by the President of India.

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Fallen Angels

Child trafficking has hit hard on the North Eastern States in the recent years. At times we read in news that a girl child is being rescued from big cities main land. NGOs of the North East State with the cooperation of the police department saved many of these innocents lives.

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Few Angels in Hell

The documentary revolves around the lives of six street children – Nagesh, who is a child labour eking at a living selling channa, Ajay, a victim of child abuse who is mentally disturbed and is people wary. Rahul, a victim of domestic violence perpetuated by his own father, Nazir and Rafiq, two homeless kids who sleep in Police Bazaar street in a sack and Vikash, an under aged drug addict who is a member of a street gang. It focuses on the lives of these children to reveal the dark underbelly of the society that we often choose to ignore, which is titled “Few Angels in Hell”

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Folk And Tribal Dances Of India - I

The pulsating life of the Indian coutnryside is reflected in a variety of colourful folk and tribal dances. The people indulge in spontaneous dances to celebrate a successful hunt of a bounteous harvest or any other festive occasion. This film gives a glimpse of a variety of Folk and Tribal dances of India like Tapu dance of Arunachal Pradesh, Naga dance of Nagaland, Nati dance of Himachal Pradesh, Dhanger dance of Goa, Bhoota dance of Karnataka, and Kaksar dance of Madhya Pradesh which shows that the rich cultural heritage of our nation has been preserved through the centuries by our people.

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Esther Hnamte(5 years)Feat 3 Assam Rifles,Lunglei, Mizoram : Jana Gana Mana Independence day special

Esther hnamte Singing practise with D. This music video 'National Anthem' has been made to celebrate India's 75th Independence Day. It is a tribute to all the fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives at the altar of freedom. We hope this video makes us realise the value of freedom we enjoy. May it encourage us to reconcile our petty differences and to rise up as one nations. This Independence Day, let us bury once and for all, the concept of 'THEM' and 'US' and embrace 'WE' Above all let us celebrate our diversity in the true spirit of UNITY _________________________ Yah sangeet video Bharat ka 75 vaan swatantrata diwas manane ke liye banaya gaia hai. Yah ek shradanjali hai un sabhi jaanbaaz nayakon ke liye jinhone apni zindagi swatantrata ke liye tyag di. Ham asha karta hai ki ya video apko swatantrata ka sahi arth gyat karayega jiska ham anand lete hain aur hamain hamare tucch mathbhed ke samdhan nikalne ke liye aur ek rashtra ke roop me uday hone ke liye prosahit karega. Is swatantrata diwas, aiye ham ek bar aur sabhi ke liye 'UNKI' aur 'HUM SAB KI' soch ka plaan karein. Sabse badkar, aiye ham hamari vividhataon ko ekta ki bhavna se ma manayein JAIHIND _________________________ He music video hi 75 India Independence Day puala buatsaih a ni a. India zalenna atana beitu (Freedom Fighter) te zahna chibai kan b�k a thar leh e. He music video (National Anthem) hian India khua leh tui hmun hrang hranga cheng te hnenah zal�nna hlut zia min hriatchhuah tir leh sela, hnam hrang leh ze hrang hrang te in unauna leh inpumkhatna tha zawk thlen tir mawlh rawh se. Mimal inkara buaina te, chhungkua leh ram inkar fello te a awm anih pawh in, chungte chu ph�m bo vin zalen kan nihna hi vawikhat chauh tal pawh rilru hmun khat p� in i l�wm ang u hmiang! I nat in tunge i kiangah awm anga, ka nat in tunge min tuam dam ang? A chh�nna chu NANG leh KEI kan ni asin. A chhan chu ram khata ch�ng ZAL�NNA in a phuar khawm kan ni si a

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Exploring Mawphlang Sacred Forest | Meghalaya Tourism | Nature's Symphony

Discover the enchanting realm of the Mawphlang Sacred Forest nestled in the heart of Meghalaya, India. Revered by the ancient Khasi tribe for generations, this forest is a testament to their profound connection with nature. Immerse yourself in the ethereal ambiance of cultural traditions passed down through ages, where every leaf and tree resonates with reverence and devotion. Witness the flourishing biodiversity within the forest, from vibrant flora to mesmerizing fauna, cohabiting in harmony. Experience nature's spiritual symphony at Mawphlang Sacred Forest, a tale of reverence and coexistence between humankind and Mother Earth. Located at Mawphlang Sacred Grove, Nongrum, Synrang Kaban, Meghalaya 793121.

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Farewell to Arm - Mizoram Documentary Film

MNF rebels on their final march from Parva to Aizawl. For almost two decades of underground activities they decided to give up arms and ready to talk for peace. It was an emotion welcome for the President Mr. Laldenga, Vice President Zoramthanga and the comrades. They have surrenderd but their future is uncertain.

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Finding Love: Trans Women in Imphal

Trans women, called Nupi Maanbi in Meiteilon, have been met with begrudging tolerance and rare instances of acceptance in Manipuri culture. So what is it like for them to try and find love in a society that would rather have them live away from the public eye? VICE host Veera Saxena meets with activist Santa Khurai, trans couple Helena and Vaskar, and Jenny Khurai to find out more about the lives of trans women in Imphal, and how they find love and maintain relationships in a conservative society.

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Folk Music of India - Meghalaya, Bah Kerios Wahlang

Experience the magic of Bah Kerios Wahlang, a folk music master from Meghalaya. His folk songs give a voice to the sacred forest of Mawphlang. If trees could sing this is how they would sound. The Music by Bah Kerios Wahlang The music that I love The music that I love The music that sends me deep in thought It calls to me, It leads me It's as old as time And it will last beyond the 4 seasons It springs from the depths of the Earth It flows from the heart of the Duitara (traditional guitar) You can hear it's echo in nature Feel it soar from within the Duitara It seeps into the veins It moves into the soul Gently, very gently it will spreads it's wings and come to rest, on the water, the land and the wind. From these 4 simple strings made of delicate silk, it plays in my head. It sings in my heart It makes me yearn. Just like the flow of water an endless circle. Night or day, it moves on its own.

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