The Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition (NLTP) Act, 1989, dominated the first day of the Fifth Session of the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly. The discussion began with Advisor of Excise, Labour & Employment, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Moatoshi Longkumer highlighting the urgent public importance of addressing “Health Hazards of Spurious Liquor.” Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio emphasized…
Heavy rains hit Marepkong Ward in Mokokchung, Nagaland, causing widespread flooding and a power outage. The residents are now dealing with the aftermath of inadequate drainage systems and poor waste management. The heavy rainfall on Monday led to the overflow of drainage systems, resulting in water gushing onto the streets and into residential areas. This…
The Nagaland Government has issued a stern warning to the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) to clear the landslide debris at Sechü-Zubza on National Highway 29 within 72 hours. This critical road is the lifeline connecting Kohima, the state capital, and several other districts. In a letter to the Executive Director (P),…
The Konyak Civil Societies, comprising the Konyak Union (KU), the Konyak Students’ Union (KSU), and the Konyak Nyupuh Sheko Khong (KNSK), have strongly opposed the Nagaland Government’s proposal to partially lift the Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition (NLTP) Act, 1989. This decision comes after careful consideration of the potential consequences for their community. The civil societies…
Advisor for Industries and Commerce, Hekani Jakhalu, highlighted the encouraging growth of industrial development in Nagaland during a recent MSME Promotion Council of India Orientation & Interaction Programme. Speaking at the Oriental Hotel in Kohima, Jakhalu emphasized that despite being in its early stages, Nagaland’s industrial sector has shown significant progress. The sectoral growth rate…
Heavy rainfall has once again brought flooding to Zuvotong Colony in Wokha Town, Nagaland. The residents are no strangers to this annual problem, as waterlogging becomes a persistent issue due to inadequate drainage systems and infrastructure. Speaking with Nagaland Tribune, Thungchanbemo Lotha, Chairman of Zuvotong Colony, highlighted the recurring challenge. “Every year, we face the…
The Pfuchatsumia Students Union recently organized a Sales Day at Christ King Ground in Kohima Village. This event was part of their ongoing Platinum Jubilee celebrations, aiming to engage students and the community in a meaningful way. The Sales Day featured an array of items and activities that showcased the students’ talents and contributions. Fresh…
The Kohima Superintendent of Police has issued an order declaring the Assembly Secretariat Complex and its surrounding areas as a “Temporary Red Zone” from August 26 to 28. This decision comes ahead of the 5th Session of the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly, 2024. The order was necessitated due to the urgent need to temporarily prohibit…
A groundbreaking interactive workshop on oilseed promotion took place at the ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Nagaland Centre, on 23 August 2024. The event, funded by ICAR-IIOR, Hyderabad, aimed to boost agricultural productivity in Nagaland by promoting oilseed cultivation. Key figures from the agricultural sector and research institutions gathered to discuss strategies for enhancing…
The Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) has strongly opposed the Nagaland Cabinet’s proposal to partially lift the Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition Act, 1989. This move comes as the state grapples with financial challenges, but the NBCC argues that blaming the liquor ban for revenue issues is misguided. The NBCC emphasized that revisiting and re-enacting the…
