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Success and Seas

By Monalisa Changkija Success, linked to visible wealth, status and power, has always been highly prized in human society. In fact, this success is tied up to the identity of an individual in society, which probably is why there are expressions such ...

17 Nov 2024

It’s Time – For His Glorious Harvest

How many here in our State, have been praying for what is to come? Sensing something is on the horizon? Claiming that they will see the day of what Joel and Peter spoke about – “In the last days He will pour out His Spirit upon all mankind, and y...

16 Nov 2024

The Name ‘Nagaland’ was Christened by the NNC

Since our people democratically constituted the Naga National Council (NNC) on 2nd February, 1946 at Wokha village to safeguard the sovereign birthright of all Nagas as a Nation, the mandated NNC with its inception christened the name “NAGALAND” ...

16 Nov 2024

Family Diaries by Dreamz Unlimited: A Heartwarming Slice of Naga Life

In an era of high-octane dramas and flashy web series, ‘Family Diaries’ arrives like a refreshing cup of morning tea – simple, comforting, and distinctly local. Available on the recently launched indigenous OTT platform BingeBoxx, this ...

16 Nov 2024

A Call to Purpose

“The water carrier went back and forth each day from the well to the village, carrying two leather buckets — one old and leaky, the other new and shiny. One day, the old, leaky bucket spoke up. “Why do you keep using me, old man? Look a...

15 Nov 2024

Containing Coaching Lies

In the wake of several complaints and growing concerns about misleading advertisements, exaggerated success rates, and unfair contracts with students by coaching centres spread across the country, the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has ...

14 Nov 2024

The Rise of E-Commerce: Trends and Predictions

The rapid growth of e-commerce has reshaped the retail landscape in recent years, with online shopping now becoming an integral part of everyday life for millions of consumers. This transformation is driven by a confluence of technological advancemen...

14 Nov 2024

The Culture of Bandhs Needs to End; Walk the Talk to Resolve Manipur Crisis

Ahimsa is the ancient Indian principle of nonviolence which applies to actions towards all living beings. It is a key virtue in religions like Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism and Sikhism that are originated from Indian. Mahatma Gandhi took the religious ...

14 Nov 2024

Celebrating 25 Years of the Hornbill Festival: Nagaland’s Cultural Extravaganza

As the vibrant hues of the winter season begin to unfold, Nagaland gears up to celebrate a landmark moment in its cultural calendar- the 25th anniversary of the Hornbill Festival. Known as the “Festival of Festivals,” this grand event not only sh...

13 Nov 2024

Manipur’s Unending Conflict

Fresh violence in Manipur that killed more than a dozen people after the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Manipur police allegedly clashed with armed miscreants in Jiribam earlier this week has revealed that claims of peace returning to Manipu...

13 Nov 2024

Nagas and All Inhabitants — WE

Swift moves of good and evil are taking shape in great finesse in the global front. Naga-Land is no exception. Often, the closer to home or within the home, issues become most intractable. People of Naga-Land cannot defend what is ours if we are in c...

13 Nov 2024

When the Children Cry

When the children cry, the world should stop and listen, for their tears are not merely drops of sorrow but unspoken truths, silent pleas echoing through the bones of our shared humanity. When the children cry, the earth trembles, sensing the deep ac...

13 Nov 2024

The Forgotten Innocence: A Call to Action for Responsible Parenthood

As I walked through the doors of the local child care institute, I was met with a mixture of smiles and tears. The children, ranging from toddlers to teenagers, were all united by a common thread – they had been abandoned by their parents. It...

13 Nov 2024

A Legacy in Ruins: The Shameful Spectacle of Our Divisions

It is profoundly troubling and shameful to witness the festering divides between Nagas of Nagaland and those beyond its borders, spilling out onto public platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter for the world to watch. In this age of hyper-conne...

13 Nov 2024

Think Tanks: Catalysts for Positive Peace and Sustainable Development in Nagaland

As each war is waged with the hope of being “the war to end all wars,” so too should Nagaland’s strive to end the persistent cycle of underdevelopment, tensions, and stagnation that has challenged the state for decades. Imagine a future where c...

12 Nov 2024

War and Peace

Going by the statement issued by Th Muivah, the General Secretary and Ato Kilonser of NSCN (IM), last week, it seems like the peace talks between the government of India and the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN-IM) have hit the roadblock, ...

12 Nov 2024

SC’s Landmark Judgement: On Right to Property

The right to property has always contradicted the state’s desire to use land and resources. As a result of these contradictions, the right to property, which was originally a part of our fundamental rights, was shifted to Article 300A of the consti...

11 Nov 2024

India’s Fortified Future

The recent decision of the Indian government to distribute fortified rice to enhance nutrition among the country’s vulnerable population groups has evoked mixed responses. The process of fortification involves adding micronutrients such as iron, fo...

10 Nov 2024

Sustainable Work-Life Balance

Can excessive work lead to losing of life’s true essence? Some spouses express concerns that their partners are overwhelmed with work responsibilities, leaving them physically, mentally, and emotionally drained, with little time for family. Stress ...

09 Nov 2024

The Departure of India’s Ratana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Ratan Tata It has been a month since Shri Ratan Tata Ji left us. From bustling cities and towns to villages, his absence is deeply felt across every segment of society. Seasoned industrialists, budding entrepreneurs an...

09 Nov 2024

Statement of the Chief Political Negotiator, Th. Muivah, General Secretary/Ato Kilonser, NSCN/GPRN

On the Indo-Naga Political Negotiation and the Letter and Spirit of the Framework Agreement of August 3, 2015 Revolutionary greetings to my dear Naga people and Nagalim in the blessed name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ! My dear Naga people, th...

08 Nov 2024

Nagaland’s Financial Despair

The government of Nagaland has appealed to the visiting team of the 16th Finance Commission, led by its chairperson Dr. Arvind Panagariya, for financial assistance, citing the deteriorating financial position of the state since the Centre discontinue...

07 Nov 2024

Intellectual Courage: The Teachers and Thinkers Who Paid the Price for Their Stand and Beliefs

“Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.” This insight from Socrates continues to shape how we understand education today. At its core, education ignites a spark within the individual- a drive to explore, questi...

07 Nov 2024

Embracing True Christianity: A Call to Authentic and Prophetic Action

Often people claim that they have abandoned their traditional religion and embraced Christianity. Many people think that it is a great victory. Yes, there are many good elements that exist in our society but there are also some social evils that eat ...

07 Nov 2024

Nagaland’s Fiscal Tightrope

It’s common knowledge that Nagaland is highly dependent on funds from the central government to maintain fiscal stability. It has the lowest own revenue among the states and union territories in India, as per the report released by the PRS Legislat...

06 Nov 2024
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