The Union Minister for Jal Shakti, C.R. Paatil, launched Version 2.0 of the ‘FloodWatch India’ mobile application on 13th August 2024. Developed by the Central Water Commission, the app provides real-time flood forecasts and information on 592 flood monitoring stations, including storage positions of 150 major reservoirs. It utilises advanced technologies like satellite data analysis…
Yilobemo Erui from Wokha Village, Nagaland, has been recognised by Guinness World Records for growing the tallest coriander plant, measuring 2.77 meters (9 ft 1.06 in). The record was confirmed on 13 August 2024. Erui aims to highlight the agricultural potential of the Lotha tribe through this achievement. Nagaland also holds other records, including the…
The Kohima Bar Association (KBA) has raised concerns about an illicit nexus between advocates and police in Nagaland, which they claim is compromising the criminal justice system. This unethical collaboration allegedly involves police compelling arrested individuals to hire specific advocates, who then share fees with the police. The KBA asserts that this practice violates Article…
On August 13, an oil tanker carrying 12,000 litres of diesel met with an accident in Pfutsero’s Forest Colony. The tanker, with the registration number NL 07 AA 1461, was en route to Kezo fuel station when it rolled down a road due to loose soil. The incident occurred around 2:30 pm and resulted in…
The NSCN (R) has terminated the services of all cadres involved in the alleged assault of a person in Zunheboto on August 12. This decision follows an inquiry committee’s report, which was set up on August 3 to investigate the incident. The committee found that the incident stemmed from an earlier event on July 31,…
Three beneficiaries of the Aspirational Block Programme (ABP) from Nagaland, along with their spouses, have been invited by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to witness the 78th Independence Day celebration in New Delhi. The invitees, Renung, Kughalu K, and AP Tsupan, were selected from the ABP launched in January 2023, which covers 500 blocks nationwide. Renung…
A one-day targeted intervention training on mental health for healthcare workers was held at District Hospital, Peren. Sunupienla, a psychiatric social worker from the District Mental Health Programme (DMHP), and Temsurenla Aier, an assistant professor at Northeast Christian University (NECU), Dimapur, were the resource persons. Sunupienla discussed the introduction of the National Mental Health Programme…
The Nagaland Police have made significant strides over the past fortnight. The state-wide operation, spanning from 16 June to 30 June, has resulted in the arrest of 18 individuals and the registration of 15 cases related to synthetic drugs, psychotropic substances, and Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL). The police force, determined to root out illegal…
MGM College’s Career Guidance Training and Placement Cell orchestrated an orientation programme for fifth-semester students on 24 June 2024. The event, which saw enthusiastic participation from students and faculty alike, was further elevated by the presence of distinguished guests from Emporium Skill and Training Institute (ESTI). The programme, expertly chaired by Assistant Professor Peter, kicked…
The Angami Students’ Union (ASU) has once again strongly emphasised its position against receiving any assistance from the Indian armed or paramilitary forces. This stance is in line with the broader directive issued by the Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) and highlights the ASU’s denunciation of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) of 1958. ASU…
