A fierce storm battered Tsiepama jurisdiction in Chümoukedima district on 3 September 2024, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Despite the havoc wreaked on infrastructure, the villages miraculously escaped unharmed, showcasing the resilience of this tight-knit community. The tempest, marked by torrential rainfall and gale-force winds, triggered mudslides and rockslides along National Highway…
Meraki Entertainment Nagaland, the organiser of the popular “You Got The Voice Nagaland” competition, is facing serious allegations of failing to deliver on its promises to winners and professionals involved in the event. The controversy has sparked outrage among participants and raised concerns about the organisation’s credibility. Winners Await Promised Rewards Arola Jinger and Susalho…
Massive landslides and mudslides have wreaked havoc on National Highway 29, the lifeline connecting Dimapur and Kohima in Nagaland. The catastrophe, triggered by relentless rainfall, has claimed at least six lives, left several people missing, and caused widespread destruction. The incidents unfolded late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning, leaving numerous vehicles stranded and communities…
Nagaland’s Wokha District Administration has made history, scooping up the prestigious Gold Award in the National Awards for e-Governance Scheme 2023-2024. This groundbreaking achievement marks the first time an initiative from the state has received such a distinguished honour, putting Nagaland firmly on the map of digital innovation. The accolade was bestowed upon the district…
The Department of Social Welfare in Longleng has kicked off a month-long celebration of Poshan Maah 2024, themed “Ek Ped Maa Ke Nam,” at the CDPO office premises. This initiative aims to highlight the importance of nutrition and environmental protection. Deputy Commissioner W. Manpai Phom, NCS, who attended the event as the Special Guest, emphasised…
Old Chalkot village buzzed with excitement as farmers gathered for a ground-breaking agricultural demonstration. The Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) of Ahthibung block, Peren, orchestrated an eye-opening event on 26 August 2024, showcasing cutting-edge organic farming techniques. The demonstration centred on the application of Trichoderma viride, preparation of neem seed kernel extract, and creation of…
Rural women in Mangkolemba, Mokokchung, witnessed a dawn of new opportunities as the Mobile Skill Morung programme kicked off on 2 September 2024. The inaugural event, held at Town Hall Mangkolemba, marked a pivotal moment in skill development for women in rural areas, promising to bridge the urban-rural divide and foster economic growth. Key officials…
The Department of Social Welfare launched the month-long celebration of Poshan Maah at the Jakhama Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Project on 2 September 2024. This initiative, which runs from 1 to 30 September, aims to promote nutrition and health awareness. SDO Civil, Jakhama, Nockpai Konyak, graced the occasion as the Special Guest. Konyak commended…
Swift action by local health authorities has successfully contained a recent outbreak of a flu-like illness in Dan Village, Noklak, according to Chief Medical Officer Dr Victor. The situation, which began on 23 August 2024, prompted immediate response and investigation. Upon receiving news of the outbreak from the District Administration, alerted by the Assam Rifles,…
A technical fault in the 66/33KV, 10 MVA Power Transformer at the Tuensang Sub-station has disrupted power supply to Tuensang, Noklak, and Shamator districts. The incident occurred on 30 August 2024, affecting thousands of residents in these areas. The Power Department, under the Transmission Division Mokokchung, is working diligently to rectify the issue. According to…
