Ghonghi (water snails) Ghonghi is eaten throughout the Terai by Tharus and other indigenous people as a delicacy. It is found in abundan...

Kakhod ke chutney (crab chutney) Crabs can be found crawling in paddy fields during the June-September period. They are also found in pon...

Republished from Facebook page of Tharu Community with Mr Dilli Malla's permission. Written by Dilli Malla ( dillimalla@gmail.com ) 2...

The evolution, devolution and oblivion of cultures, rites, and rituals depend upon their popularity, the followers and their willingness to...

While the kamlaris were fighting for their rights on the streets of Kathmandu, Shrawan Mukarung’s ode dedicated to the kamlaris gained pop...

As of now, the government has inked a deal with the former kamlaris to put an end to the 10 day long protest and Terai bandh. While the sta...

Domesticated birds make an important part of Tharu households. Depending upon the location, you will find pigeons, chickens, ducks, and eve...