Beyond The Snows: Tribal Lahaul’s Changing Lifestyles
The high-altitude Lahaul Valley in Himachal Pradesh is undergoing a profound socio-economic transformation. Once defined by seasonal isolation, the region’s tribal communities are rapidly…
Greening the Himalayas: How a Village Woman is Transforming Barren Landscapes in Manali
Manali: Women like Sunita are at the forefront of a vital grassroots movement to regenerate soil and restore the planet’s green cover. From local…
Nomadic Shepherds Set Out For Greener Himalayan Pastures
Manali: Traditional nomadic shepherds, primarily from the Gaddi and Gujjar communities, have begun their annual summer migration uphill toward high-altitude alpine meadows in Himachal…
Roadside Honey Sold Is Frequently Adulterated, Warn Experts
Manali: Honey sold by roadside vendors is not guaranteed to be pure and is frequently adulterated with cheap sugar syrups or artificial coloring. While…
Manali Police Cracks Down On Human Trafficking
Manali: Police in Manali have cracked down on organized human trafficking that reportedly involved pimps, sex workers and colluding hotels. Acting on a tip-off,…
Status Of Widows In Spiti Valley Different From Country
The status of widows in Spiti Valley, rooted in Tibetan Buddhist traditions, sharply contrasts with historically patriarchal lowland practices. Mohan Bropta, a resident of…
Challenges And Drawbacks Of Retired Life
Manali: Many retirees feel devalued or unproductive, missing the daily engagement and social interaction previously provided by work, which can create a significant emotional…
Manali Meadows Homestay: A Quiet Corner of the Himalayas
Tucked into the oak and deodar forests of Karjan village, this homestay is built for travelers who prefer silence over sightseeing. Karjan village sits…
Retirement Party Fever Grips Kullu Valley
Manali: Retirement parties are increasingly becoming fashionable and significant social event in the Kullu Valley and across much of Himachal Pradesh, evolving from simple,…
Rare Peacock Sighting At Jagatsukh, Manali
Manali: In a rare sighting, a peacock has been seen in the snow covered forests of Jagsukht near Manali. Sightings of a peacock at…