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05 Aug

“Centre Standing With Every Affected Family”: JP Nadda Assesses Damage In Assam, Nagaland

PreetiAssam, Nagaland

Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda today toured the areas affected by floods and landslides in Assam and Nagaland to assess the damage.Nadda arrived as a representative of the Central Government to assess the situation in the two disaster-hit states.In Assam, he visited the worst-hit Sivasagar and Charaideo districts, accompanied by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma."Today, in the flood-affected areas of Assam, I inspected the damage caused by the floods along with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and met with the families of those who lost their lives in this disaster, expressing my deepest condolences," Nadda said."Under…

29 Jul

Party Leaders Renew Commitment to Strengthen NPF Under Dr. Neiphiu Rio

nanikaNagaland

The Naga People’s Front (NPF) 19th Assembly Constituency reaffirmed its commitment to unity and organisational strengthening during its oath-taking ceremony held on July 27. Addressing party leaders and workers, Advisor for Science and Technology, Kuzholuzo (Azo) Nienu, urged members to work with sincerity and dedication under the leadership of Chief Minister and NPF President Dr. Neiphiu Rio. Expressing confidence in Dr. Rio’s leadership, Azo said the party would continue to grow stronger while remaining committed to the welfare and development of the people. He called on party functionaries to remain united and actively contribute to strengthening the organisation at every…

28 Jul

Dollungmukh Border Issue Tops Forum’s Appeal

Sonakshi SarkarNagaland

The Citizens Right Protection Forum (CRPF), based in Dollungmukh in Arunachal Pradesh's Kamle district, has appealed to the state government to expedite the permanent settlement of the long-pending interstate boundary dispute in the Dollungmukh sector, saying an early resolution is essential for peace, development and effective governance. In a memorandum submitted to Chief Minister Pema Khandu, CRPF chairman Ajay Murtem urged the government to give top priority to the unresolved boundary issue and settle it amicably based on mutual understanding, historical records, administrative convenience and the welfare of the people. Murtem said that although the governments of Arunachal Pradesh and…

24 Jul

Nagaland Youth Supports Delhi Protesters With Pizza Delivery

Sonakshi SarkarNagaland

A man from Nagaland has received widespread appreciation on social media after arranging the delivery of 150 pizzas to protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, saying he wanted to support those who had travelled from different parts of the country and were going hungry during the ongoing agitation. The demonstration, organised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has brought together students and supporters demanding reforms and what they describe as a fairer education system. Many protesters have travelled long distances to participate in the protest, with several spending extended hours at the site. Unable to be present in…

22 Jul

CM Rio Extends Relief Support for Flood-Hit Mon District

Sonakshi SarkarNagaland

The Nagaland government has released Rs. 70 lakh from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to provide immediate relief to families affected by the devastating landslides and flash floods that struck Mon district on July 19 and 20, claiming nine lives and causing widespread destruction. In a statement, Mon Deputy Commissioner and Chairman of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Wennyei Konyak, said the financial assistance would be used to provide ex-gratia compensation to the families of those who lost their lives, gratuitous relief to the injured and immediate support for people whose houses were damaged in the disaster. The…

12 Jun

Nagaland Showcases Progress in Education, Economy and Sustainability

Sonakshi SarkarNagaland

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has highlighted the state's achievements in sustainable development, governance reforms and human capital development while seeking the Centre's support for several major infrastructure projects during the 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog in New Delhi. According to an official report issued by the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Rio reaffirmed Nagaland's commitment to the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047 and outlined the state's progress across various sectors. Addressing the meeting, the chief minister said Nagaland has emerged as a national leader in Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)-5, which focuses on gender equality.…

12 Jun

Deputy CM Vows Fast-Track Justice in Sensitive Crime Cases

Sonakshi SarkarNagaland

Nagaland Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton has assured strict and speedy action against crimes involving women and minors, stating that the state government has taken serious note of recent incidents and directed law enforcement agencies to expedite investigations. Speaking to reporters at Dimapur Airport, Patton described the reported cases as "very unfortunate" and said the government was committed to ensuring justice for victims and their families. The deputy chief minister said a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted to handle the cases and carry out a thorough investigation. According to him, the SIT is being headed by a Deputy…

07 Jun

‘Employment Fosters Dignity’: Nagaland Governor Calls for Concerted Action as 25+ Firms Join Kohima Job fair

PreetiNagaland

Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav has called for concerted efforts by government agencies, educational institutions, industries and civil society organisations (CSOs) to address the state’s growing unemployment challenge, noting that more than 70,000 job seekers were currently registered in Nagaland.According to a Lok Bhavan statement, the governor, who inaugurated the Kohima Job Fair 2026 at Don Bosco College, Kohima, said creating sustainable employment opportunities and livelihood avenues for young people must remain a collective priority.The governor highlighted that 70,469 unemployed job seekers were registered in the state as of February 2026 and underscored the need for stronger collaboration among stakeholders…

18 May

Study Highlights Potential of Tribal Herbal Knowledge in Expanding Rural Healthcare Access

riyaNagaland

A Nagaland University study has documented the rich yet rapidly declining ethno-medicinal knowledge of the Sonowal Kachari tribe of Assam, highlighting its potential to transform affordable healthcare and future drug discovery. Focusing on 39 medicinal plant species and their applications, the study systematically records traditional herbal practices that have long been passed down orally within the Sonowal Kachari tribe. By engaging 180 elderly knowledge holders, the research captures a detailed and quantitative understanding of plant-based treatments used to manage a range of ailments. One of the key findings of the study is the continued relevance of herbal medicine as a…

11 May

NSCN-K (Niki) criticises Nagaland government’s vehicle signage ban

Sonakshi SarkarNagaland

The NSCN-K (Niki) has criticised the Nagaland government’s recent order banning the display of religion-based and organisation-related signage on vehicles, alleging that the move targets religious identity and freedom.In a statement issued through its Ministry of Information and Publicity (MIP), the group objected to the state government’s notification that prohibits the display of religious slogans, stickers, signboards and other unauthorised identifiers on both private and public vehicles.The group claimed that the order was against the spirit of religious freedom and alleged that the Indian legal system often contradicted itself in matters related to religion and cultural identity.The statement also referred…