Northeast Today Magazine - May 2021

In this issue

The May 2021 issue of the Northeast Today brings together a wide variety of stories from across the northeast apart from sharing a few important stories from across the globe.

DAM UMNGOT RIVER, DAMN THE PEOPLE!

Villagers from 12 villages in East Jaintia Hills in Meghalaya are protesting against the state government's decision to allow the construction of a 210MW hydroelectric project on the Umngot River. Northeast Today finds out more about the issue.

3 mins

Nagaland To Prepare Own Variant Of NRC

At a time when the Centre is yet to take the last call about the implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam, the Nagaland government has recently said that it is on course on developing an NRC of its own. This has led to mixed reactions from various sections of society. Northeast Today reports

3 mins

CIVIL SOCIETY REJECTS TEESTA IV HYDEL POWER PROJECT

In Sikkim, people regard their lands and the rivers Teesta and Rangeet as sacred and integral to their civilisations heritage. River Teesta not only sustains the livelihood of locals by preserving and propagating the rich bio-diversity, but the river also forms the very backbone of Sikkim’s cultural heritage. The government's decision to go ahead with the NHPC Teesta Stage-IV hydel power project in Dzongu and new mega power projects in Sikkim has been opposed vehemently by the people of the state. A Northeast Today report.

3 mins

THE UNSUNG HEROES OF COVID-19

At a time when doctors and healthcare workers have been working relentlessly to serve and help the people in distress suffering because of the COVID-19 pandemic, there have also been a few individuals who have gone out of the way to help the people affected in this pandemic. Northeast Today reports on a few individuals and organisations who have turned out to be real superheroes without a cape and have gone out of the way to reach out to people since the pandemic began.

8 mins

Covid-19 Scare: No Difference In Mortality In First And Second Wave

The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic has strangulated the entire nation and all we can see is piles and heaps of bodies in hospitals and also in the crematoriums, cemeteries and graveyards. People are dying in large numbers and it is estimated the death toll in the second wave is much higher than the first wave. However, ICMR revealed that there was no difference in mortality among COVID-19 patients in the first and second wave. Northeast Today reports.

2 mins

UN'S NEW GLOBAL IMMUNISATION PUSH AIMS TO SAVE OVER 50 MILLION LIVES

Even though the COVID-19 pandemic has hit everyone hard, the children population, however, has been most affected and child illness and vaccination of other diseases have been affected severely. Northeast Today writes about the UNICEF's mission to protect this vulnerable population.

3 mins

Covid Scare: Journalists Seek Safety From Future Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected people from every section of society and it has been a difficult phase for everyone. Doctors and researchers across the world are relentless to find a medicine, a cure for the disease and have been carrying out trials after trials on different new medicines and vaccines. Among the dead also include journalists. India was among the top three countries in the world when it came to deaths of journalists due to COVID-19 in April 2021, a Geneva-based media rights body found out. As the Centre declared journalists as frontline workers, Northeast Today tries to find out as to what do the journalists from the region want from their respective governments while dealing with the pandemic.

6 mins

OUR BHUMI, OUR RESPONSIBILITY

COVID-19 has fundamentally changed the context and the increases need in food production will have to be achieved with the same or fewer inputs under conditions of widespread land degradation, food loss, and waste, increasing competition for both land and water, and the uncertainties of climate change.

4 mins

TBO : WORLD'S FIRST ALL-BAMBOO ORCHESTRA

Orchestrating a greener future for mankind through sustained use of bamboo, Taiwan Bamboo Orchestra (TBO) is a one-of-a-kind bamboo orchestra group that has been mesmerising the global audience through its musical rendition.

2 mins

THE TRACTION OF K-POP IN NORTHEAST INDIA

Korean music and films entered the Indian market in the early 2000s, however, it was Psy's 'Gangnam Style' in 2012 that made K-pop a common name across India. And ever since, its popularity among the Indian audience has only grown and today, it is one of the most widely followed musical forms in the northeast region. Priyanka Sarkar delves in deep to find more about the popularity of K-Pop in the region.

3 mins

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Northeast Today Magazine Description:

NorthEast Today is a monthly magazine. Commits to share and discuss the Problems of Northeast region and its people. NorthEast Today magazine is dedicated to promote the culture, people, beauty and also to celebrate the very best of North East India!

In every issue you'll find:
• Stories On Current Affairs
• Updated Political Activities
• Steps and Suggestions for the Development
• Profiiles of North East India’s fascinating people, lively cities, and charming small towns
• Stunning scenic photography
• Ideas for day trips, weekend excursions, and longer getaways
• Mouthwatering recipes and culinary tips on Indian cooking
• A monthly calendar of events around the state
• Life Style and Health tips
From the peak of the snow covered mountains to the greenery of the tea gardens our team promises to showcase the development and beauty of the regions of North East India. NorthEast Today Magazine is North East India’s first statewide magazine devoted to Current Affairs, Political News, Sports, Travel, History, People, Places etc. This magazine is the perfect source of information for those who've lived here or connected somehow with the place and also for those looking to visit!