Ukhrul, June 26 -- In the scenic hills of Ukhrul district lies Nungbi village, home to a centuries-old craft that speaks of tradition, resilience, and community -- the famed black pottery of the Tangkhul Naga tribe.

What sets this pottery apart is its entirely handmade process. Without using a potter's wheel, artisans shape vessels from a unique blend of crushed serpentine stone and natural clay. The stone, sourced from deep forest areas, is hand-pounded into fine powder, mixed with water, and moulded into beautiful utensils. The final product is sun-dried and fired in a traditional kiln, all using eco-friendly methods.

Somi Sharon, a local artisan, explained, "We collect materials from remote areas and grind them by hand. Around 200 fa...