Akumienla Limanungsang Imchen has become the first karate player from Nagaland to win a medal at an international competition. The 8th South Asian Karate Championship 2024, held in Thimphu, Bhutan, saw Akumienla secure a bronze medal in the Senior Female Kumite category. Representing India, Akumienla was selected by the National Federation of Karate to participate…
On 18 July 2024, a new chapter in the sporting history of Wokha, Nagaland, commenced with the inauguration of the Khelo India Centre for Boxing. The event was graced by Y.M. Humtsoe, MLA and Chairman of DPDB Wokha, at the Police Reserve DEF, marking a significant stride in nurturing young boxing talents from the district…
After a hiatus of over three decades, the restoration of the Tuli Paper Mill in Mokokchung, Nagaland, has finally begun. Personnel from 3A Capital Services Limited (3ACSL), the new majority stakeholder, have been deployed to the site to initiate the preliminary stages of the project, marking a significant milestone for the region. The initial phase…
On July 13, at approximately 8:30 am, a truck carrying construction materials veered off National Highway 202 near Kohima Road, about 8 kilometres from Kiphire Headquarters. The vehicle rolled down a steep embankment, leaving the driver injured while the handyman managed to escape unscathed. According to the Officer in Charge of Kiphire Police Station, the…
The installation of town councils for Zunheboto, Satakha, Aghunato, and Atoizu took place on 12 July 2024, in Zunheboto. This event marked a significant step in local governance for the Zunheboto district. The programme was attended by key figures such as K.T. Sukhalu, Advisor for Food & Civil Supplies and Legal Metrology; G. Ikuto Zhimomi,…
Imagine a world where every young soul in Nagaland wakes up with a sense of purpose, ready to embrace the day with enthusiasm and hope. A world where the spectre of drug abuse no longer haunts their dreams or derails their aspirations. This is the vision we must strive for, the promise we must fulfil…
Massive soil erosion has struck Zunheboto town in Nagaland, primarily affecting the Alahuto colony. The relentless rains have led to severe land degradation and instability, posing significant threats to the local community and infrastructure. The incessant rainfall in Zunheboto has been identified as the primary cause of the massive soil erosion. The continuous downpour has…
A rockfall on the NH-29 stretch between Chathe (Patkai) Bridge and Kukidolong (Paglapahar) injured four people on Friday, exactly a year after a similar incident claimed two lives. The latest event has led to significant vehicle damage and prompted authorities to issue a safety advisory for travellers. Large stones rolled down the hill and struck…
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…
Nagaland Governor La Ganesan has extended his congratulations to the newly elected members of the Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), encouraging them to serve with integrity and a vision for progress. In his message, the Governor emphasised the trust placed in these members by the citizens of Nagaland and commended the significant achievements of the women…
