Immanuel Higher Secondary School in Zunheboto recently hosted a vibrant two-day event, the “Literary and Cultural Gala,” from August 9 to 10. With the theme “Harmonising Literature and Culture,” the gala offered students a platform to showcase their diverse talents in both literary and cultural activities. Day 1: Celebrating Literary Prowess The first day of…
Zunheboto town has been left reeling after a vicious altercation between two rival factions escalated into a brutal act of torture. The incident, which occurred on August 2nd, 2024, has ignited a firestorm of outrage among local organisations, who are now demanding swift action from law enforcement authorities. According to reports, the trouble began when…
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…
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 District Administration of Longleng has reiterated a total ban on single-use plastics (SUP) as of 3 June 2024. This decisive action aims to tackle the severe environmental and ecological challenges posed by the widespread use of SUPs. Legal Framework and Enforcement The administration’s directive is underpinned by several legal provisions to ensure compliance and…
Nagaland’s Department of Higher Education has announced that starting from the academic year 2024-25, the Post Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students will be disbursed as a one-time payment. This shift from the current system of multiple instalments throughout the year aims to streamline the process and ensure timely financial support for students. Minister…
Nagaland is facing a troubling trend where its unemployed youth are increasingly being drawn into scam call centres across India. This issue has come to light following recent police actions, including the busting of two fake call centres in Punjab, which led to the arrest of 155 employees, many of whom were from Nagaland. High…
Nagaland has embarked on a 100-day special awareness campaign under Mission Shakti to empower women and raise awareness about women-centric schemes. The campaign, which runs from 21 June to 4 October, was discussed in a recent meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Dr. J. Alam, IAS, at the New Secretariat in Kohima. The meeting, attended by…
Nagaland has become the first state in Northeast India to release a comprehensive District Domestic Product (DDP) report. The report was unveiled by H. Sethrongkyu Sangtam, Advisor for Economics & Statistics and IT & C, during a state-level workshop held at the Capital Convention Centre in Kohima on June 21, 2024. Insights into Nagaland’s Economic…
After a two-decade hiatus, Nagaland is gearing up for its first Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) elections on 26 June 2024. The State Election Commission (SEC) has announced that 523 candidates are vying for positions across three municipal councils and 36 town councils. Candidate Breakdown and Uncontested Wards Initially, 669 candidates, including 238 women, filed nominations….
