In a historic turn of events, the Indian National Congress (INC) clinched the lone Lok Sabha seat in Nagaland during the 2024 elections, marking a significant victory after two decades. This win is particularly notable as Nagaland emerged as the state with the highest percentage of voters supporting Congress in the entire country. This article…
After a gap of two decades, the Indian National Congress (INC) has achieved a significant victory by winning the lone Lok Sabha seat in Nagaland. S Supongmeren Jamir defeated the ruling People’s Democratic Alliance (PDA) consensus candidate, Dr. Chumben Murry, with a margin of 50,984 votes. Jamir secured a total of 401,951 votes, while Dr….
Another member of the 10th Nagaland Armed Police (IR) on election duty in Bihar has succumbed to heatstroke, raising the death toll among IR personnel in the region to three. Wetelhou Chakhesang, who joined the police force in 2002 and was in his late 40s, passed away early Saturday morning around 5:30 am. Wetelhou was…
Nagaland currently has only one seat in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of India’s Parliament. This limited representation has led to significant challenges in addressing the diverse needs and issues of the state’s various regions and communities. The demand for increased representation, particularly from the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation (ENPO), highlights the need for…
Kerala Blasters Football Club has announced the appointment of Mikael Stahre, a seasoned Swedish coach, as their new head coach. The 48-year-old tactician has signed a two-year contract, which will see him lead the team until 2026, marking an exciting new chapter for the Blasters. Mikael Stahre’s Wealth of Experience Stahre brings a wealth of…
Nagaland is set to participate in Miss Universe India for the first time, as announced by the Beauty and Aesthetic Society of Nagaland (BASN). This landmark event will see the state joining the prestigious pageant, with auditions scheduled for July 2 at Niathu Resort in Chümoukedima. BASN President Mele Pucho revealed that the audition will…
Manipur, the record 21-time champions, defeated defending champions Kerala in the Senior Women’s National Football Championship semifinal at the AIFF National Centre of Excellence in Kolkata on Monday. The highly anticipated clash saw Manipur bounce back from a surprising group stage defeat against Haryana to secure their spot in the final. Dangmei Grace, Manipur’s star…
Sano Vamuzo, a prominent figure in Nagaland’s social work and women’s empowerment, received the esteemed Padma Shri Award from President Droupadi Murmu at the Civil Investiture Ceremony-II held at the Rashtrapati Bhawan on 9 May 2024. The award acknowledges Vamuzo’s decades-long dedication to social work and her impact on the community. Vamuzo, a co-founder of…
Mokokchung is on the cusp of a transformative journey as plans for a new airport take shape. The recently submitted project report by DSR Surveys Pvt. Ltd. outlines the establishment of the ‘Short Landing Strip at Mokokchung’ near Ungma Village, promising to enhance connectivity and fuel local development. Strategic Location and Thorough Planning The proposed…
In a thought-provoking address at the 9th anniversary and 3rd general assembly of Rengma Selo Zi (RSZ) on May 4, 2024, Dr. A. Nshoga, Director of Higher Education, shed light on the historical division of the Rengma Nagas between the Indian states of Nagaland and Assam. The Rengma Nagas, a once united community, now find…
