Moa JamirNagaland must upgrade efforts on disaster managementThe recent tragedies in Wayanad, Kerala, and Himachal Pradesh, along with the Sikkim glacial lake burst in October 2023 and the Uttarakhand disaster
Dr Asangba TzudirAs a sequel to the piece ‘defeating FYUGP’, but as a point of departure, the attention now moves to Nagaland Government’s proposal for 6 more model colleges under PM-USHA (Pradhan M
AkangjunglaReiterating the call to fight against electronic-cigarettes and vapes, the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCRCR) Chairperson Priyank Kanoongo has cautioned that these products ar
Imlisanen JamirAs the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 sweeps through the educational landscape of Nagaland, it's not just the blackboards that are changing but the very essence of what we understand educat
Dr Asangba TzudirUnder the new Four Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) colleges in Nagaland now have two fresh batches of students (2023, 2024). While the fresh first batch began the FYUGP journey, colleges w
Moa JamirNagaland’s ongoing battle with single-use plastics (SUPs) has taken on an almost theatrical quality. Over the past seven years, the government has launched at least four different restrictions on pla
Imkong WallingOne notable feature of Nagaland, and its government, has been the endeavour to keeping apace with contemporary global trends. In spite of the poor connectivity in the interiors, alongwith the obvi
Imlisanen JamirGovernment wages in Nagaland are a curious thing. On paper, they should be the envy of many in the private or unorganized sectors. But dig a little deeper, and the story gets murkier. The Nagalan
By AkangjunglaTo draw global attention on the critical situation of many indigenous languages and to mobilize stakeholders and resources for their preservation, revitalization and promotion, the United Nations
Dr Asangba TzudirThe Nagaland State Human Rights Commission (NSHRC) taking a strong note of the wages situation in Nagaland while also comparing with the minimum wages in the other states of North East, has iss
Moa JamirNagaland is often celebrated as a state inherently committed to organic principles. This idealistic portrayal has not only permeated the beliefs of its residents but also shapes external perceptions. A
Dr Asangba TzudirThe highway stretch across Dimapur Government College was also an ‘ideal’ dumping site, and besides the not so scenic view it also produced such a nauseating smell. After numerous complaint
Imlisanen JamirDimapur, with its dust-choked streets and raw, unfiltered charm, beats with a rhythm all its own. As someone who finds solace in the simplicity of running and walking, these roads offer more than
AkangjunglaSociety, families and individuals have suffered, and still continue to face the challenges and consequences caused by dependency on alcohol and other addictive substance, despite of knowing its harmf
Dr Asangba Tzudir The Nagaland Department of Power has announced a transition to an electronic billing system. It is said that this initiative is part of the department’s efforts to promote energy conser
Moa JamirNagaland's performance on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) presents a complex picture. While the state has shown steady improvement in some crucial areas, it continues to lag behind the nationa
Imkong WallingThe public sector in Nagaland seems to have a knack for grabbing awards. For a state that lacks much in the development and performance parameters, it has bagged some prestigious ones over the yea
AkangjunglaIn June 2024, a viral video showed the Doyang River in Wokha district of Nagaland carrying a huge collection of plastic wastes. The area villagers pointed out that waste accumulation at the Doyang re
Imlisanen JamirTwenty years is a long time to wait. For anything. But in Nagaland, where the Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) elections have just wrapped up after a two-decade hiatus, the real work is only beginning.
Dr Asangba TzudirFor any Church to thrive, trust is of paramount importance, and a thriving church is one that delivers hope, comfort, healing, peace and unity to their congregation. But humans are fragile and