The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Nagaland has expressed strong concerns over the proposed “Gau Dhwaj Sthapana Bharat Yatra” programme, scheduled to take place in Kohima on 28 September 2024. This event aims to advocate for a nationwide ban on cow slaughter, a move that has sparked widespread objection in the state. Celebrating Diversity, Not…
The Nagaland State Biodiversity Board (NSBB) has announced new guidelines for accessing and utilising the state’s biological resources, emphasising the need for permission and proper procedures. According to the NSBB, anyone seeking to access or collect biological resources and associated knowledge for research or commercial purposes must obtain permission from the Board. This requirement is…
The Angami Public Organisation (APO) has called on the Nagaland Government to prevent the ‘Gau Dhwai Sthapana Bharat Yatra’ from entering the state. This yatra, part of the ‘Gau Pratishtha Andola’ movement, aims to ban cow slaughter across India and is scheduled to visit Kohima on 28 September 2024. Concerns Over Community Relations The APO…
Hokato Hotozhe Sema, a para-athlete from Nagaland, has made history by winning the Bronze Medal in the Men’s F57 Shot Put event at the Paris Paralympics 2024. This achievement has brought immense pride to the state and inspired para-athletes across the nation. The Nagaland State Disability Forum has congratulated Sema on his remarkable feat, highlighting…
On September 10, 2024, the Department of Economics and Statistics (DES) in Nagaland released its first report on the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) for the state. This significant milestone was marked by a ceremony at the Nagaland Civil Secretariat, attended by key officials including Akunu S Meyase, Secretary, Economics & Statistics, and Neidilhou Keditsu, Director,…
Today, September 10, 2024, marked a significant event at Tuensang Village Church as it hosted a Suicide Prevention Awareness Programme to observe Suicide Prevention Day. This annual observance aims to raise awareness and foster discussions around mental health and suicide prevention. Over 80 youth attended the programme, which was themed “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”…
As Tuensang Town gears up to host the Dr. T Ao Trophy from September 17, 2024, the Deputy Commissioner has issued a crucial notification to the public. The event, which promises to bring excitement and community engagement, requires some preparatory steps to ensure smooth proceedings. The Deputy Commissioner has instructed the public to clear the…
To foster entrepreneurship and innovation, the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC) and YouthNet have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This partnership aims to provide comprehensive support to startups, helping them bring their ideas to market and scale them for wider adoption. The MoU was signed by Nunesenuo Chase, Director of YouthNet, and Neikepekho…
The Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) has called on the organisers of the ‘Gau Dhwaj Sthapana Bharat Yatra’ to reconsider their plans to hold a programme in Kohima, Nagaland, on September 28, 2024. The event aims to promote a ban on cow slaughter, a move that could disrupt the socio-religious harmony in the state. Protecting…
The Nagaland Pradesh Youth Congress (NPYC) has strongly criticised former Congressman Bobby Panicker for his recent allegations against the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) and its members. Panicker, who was expelled from the NPCC earlier this year, claimed in an interview with NLTV that his ouster was due to conspiracy and corruption within the party….
