A tragic incident in Noklak on May 28 has led to the death of one person and severe injuries to another, following accusations of black magic. Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the case. The incident began on May 27 when a construction worker named Rashal had a dispute with his Head Mason,…
The Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organisation (ENPO) has been served a show-cause notice by the Nagaland State Election Commission (SEC) following their public declaration to boycott the upcoming Urban Local Body (ULB) elections. The SEC contends that the ENPO’s position undermines the principles of Universal Adult Franchise and violates the constitutional rights of individual voters. The…
Capital Shutters, Kohima, has announced the inaugural All Nagaland Badminton Doubles League 2024, set to take place at the Indoor Badminton Stadium in Kohima. This event, organised under the Nagaland Badminton Association (NBA), promises to be a significant milestone for badminton enthusiasts in the region. The league will feature a variety of categories, including: This…
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…
In a momentous celebration held at TM Government Higher Secondary School, Kohima, Gariphema Village of Kohima District was honoured with the title of Best Performing Tobacco-Free Village on World No Tobacco Day 2024. The event, organised by the District Tobacco Control Cell, brought together distinguished guests and enthusiastic participants to raise awareness about the harmful…
The Department of Mass Communication at Nagaland University, Lumami, officially launched their fortnightly newspaper, “The Communicator,” on May 29. The event was graced by the presence of Limalenden Longkumer, the esteemed Editor of Mokokchung Times, who served as the Chief Guest. During his address, Longkumer highlighted the crucial role played by the Department of Mass…
When you think of Nagaland, vibrant culture, the popular Hornbill Festival, or even their comedic education minister might come to mind. However, startups are rarely associated with this northeastern state of India. Despite significant challenges, including infrastructure issues, unpredictable electricity, unstable internet speeds, and extortion, Nagaland’s entrepreneurs have shown remarkable resilience. This article delves into…
The Wokha Circle Federation (WCF) held its 3rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) on May 25, 2024, at Elumyo village, bringing together over 250 members from eight villages. This significant event highlighted the Federation’s achievements and future plans. Celebrating Achievements and Planning Ahead The Federation, comprising 12 Village Level Organisations (VLOs) and 158 Self-Help Groups (SHGs),…
Pinnacle Skills Institution, in collaboration with the district administration of Zunheboto, organised a one-day workshop on skill development at VDB Hall, Zunheboto, on May 25. This initiative aims to address the alarming unemployment rates in the region. Empowering the Vulnerable Extra Assistant Commissioner Chinglem Konyak, the special guest at the event, highlighted the critical role…
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…
