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Flaws in central policies hurting entrepreneurs and artisans — Hekani Jakhalu 

DIMAPUR — Entrepreneurs and artisans in Nagaland are facing challenges because of flaws in central government policies, according to Hekani Jakhalu, Advisor to the department of Industries and Commerce. Speaking at the exhibition and symposium on ...

06 Nov 2024

Flying high: Experience of a cabin attendant

Dimapur, Nov. 5 (EMN): Cabin attendant was not her “dream job” but Tainla Longkumer found herself at a crossroads, pulled between her love for writing and a desire to explore new places, after leaving her first job in 2019. On a whim, she applied...

06 Nov 2024

Kohima-Jessami road: Landowners lock NHIDCL office in Kohima 

KOHIMA — Aggrieved landowners of Kohima-Jessami road on Monday locked the office of the Executive Director (ED) of National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) in Kohima. It may be mentioned that on October 25, the ...

04 Nov 2024

Road to recovery: Rusty NST set for overhaul? 

DIMAPUR — Advisor to the Chief Minister and Chairman of Investment and Development Authority of Nagaland (IDAN), Abu Metha, has called for a comprehensive revamp and streamlining of the Nagaland State Transport (NST). In a letter addressed to the C...

03 Nov 2024

Mindset change required to eliminate corruption – Nagaland CIC

DIMAPUR — Nagaland Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) I Meyionen Jamir on Friday emphasised the shift in Naga society from its traditional values of simplicity, hospitality and honesty to a troubling acceptance of corruption as a norm. Addressing...

01 Nov 2024

Nagaland government ready to recommend ENPO’s demand to Centre

No amendment to Article 371 (A) anticipated KOHIMA — The Nagaland Cabinet has decided to recommend the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation’s (ENPO) demand for a separate entity to the Centre. While the final name for this entity is yet to be...

30 Oct 2024

Uncover layers of UPSC Geo-Scientist examination with geologist Talilepden

DIMAPUR — Geology was not as popular as other traditional science subjects, so Talilepden Longkumer was initially unaware of it. However, he gradually realised that geology matched his personality and interests – adventure, travel, and outdoor wo...

30 Oct 2024

Hornbill Festival preparations in full swing at Kisama Heritage Village

KOHIMA — With less than a month remaining before the 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival takes flight, intensive preparations are underway at Kisama Heritage Village, the central venue for Nagaland’s premier festival. The festival is set to...

28 Oct 2024

Nagaland School Education department to close over 450 schools in next 3-4 years — Yhome

KOHIMA — The Nagaland department of School Education is planning to close approximately 450 schools over the next three to four years, with hundreds of schools slated for closure this year alone. This move, according to Advisor for School Education...

25 Oct 2024

Dummy drill tests Nagaland’s ability to cope with catastrophe

Expert raises concerns about the state’s medical capacity State govt. looks to private event management agencies to augment resources KOHIMA — A state-wide mega mock drill simulating a catastrophic 6.9 magnitude earthquake was engineered across N...

24 Oct 2024

Cyclist from Mizoram reaches Nagaland with clean air message

KOHIMA — Driven by a desire to contribute for the nation, Vanlallawmzuala Varte, a 35-year-old cyclist from Aizawl in Mizoram, arrived in Nagaland on October 21 as part of his cross-country cycling tour to raise awareness about clean air. Varte, po...

23 Oct 2024

NPSC exam guide: ‘Whether prelims or mains, a strong foundation is key’

DIMAPUR — Almost every kid born in the 1990s era remembers the hype around slam books. Similarly, Dr. T Desela Sangtam recalls filling up the “Aim in Life” section with aspirations of becoming a doctor or a civil servant. When she started prepa...

23 Oct 2024

Southern Angami Youth Organisation ultimatum expires; restrictions on NH 2 Kohima-Mao

KOHIMA — The Southern Angami Youth Organisation (SAYO) has imposed restriction on vehicles with more than 3 axles from plying on National Highway 2 in the Kohima-Mao stretch beginning from 5 pm on Sunday till further notice. This move comes in resp...

20 Oct 2024

State TB Forum steps up efforts to end TB in Nagaland

KOHIMA — Highlighting that stigma and discrimination related to tuberculosis still prevails in Naga society, the State TB Forum has decided to bolster sensitisation and awareness in Nagaland—with the target to put an end to TB in the state. The S...

18 Oct 2024

Frustrated Kohima residents long for durable roads

KOHIMA — Kohima, despite being the state capital, is grappling with a persistent pothole problem, posing significant risks to pedestrians, motorists, and motorcyclists. The situation is exacerbated by heavy rainfall, coupled with inadequate drainag...

17 Oct 2024

ULB funding: Advisor Zhaleo warns against embezzlement

DIMAPUR — Advisor for Municipal Affairs and Urban Development Zhaleo Rio has warned that members of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) who misuse funds provided by the state government will be made to refund it. According to Zhaleo, he was in receipt of rep...

16 Oct 2024

‘Be open to change; AI’s rise calls for originality and creativity’

DIMAPUR — Since childhood, Ben Ningtoutao KC had a keen eye for logos and brands; often drew football team logos and flags of countries but didn’t know what to call this interest or where it would lead to. However, at 19, while exploring study op...

16 Oct 2024

AIMTN renews call to review ‘discriminatory’ RIIN exercise

DIMAPUR — The Association of Indigenous Minority Tribes of Nagaland (AIMTN)— representing Kachari, Kuki, Garo, and Mikir (Karbi) communities—clarified their stance on the Register of Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland (RIIN), stating that while...

13 Oct 2024

World Mental Health Day: Nagaland falling behind in essential mental health care services

DIMAPUR — Even as the world observes World Mental Health Day on the theme “Mental Health at Work,” Nagaland finds itself grappling with rudimentary mental health infrastructure and a severe shortage of skilled professionals, despite a growing n...

10 Oct 2024

Not every Nagaland citizen eligible for Indigenous status — Kenye

KOHIMA — Minister for Power and Parliamentary Affairs KG Kenye on Wednesday explained that not every person in the state of Nagaland is eligible to be given that status of an indigenous citizen and that is why the state government has to be selecti...

09 Oct 2024

What is SSC Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) exam all about? 

DIMAPUR — What started as a preparation for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination, inspired by his maternal uncle, took a different direction due to family financial challenges at home. However, this did not deter Rahul Pratap Sing...

09 Oct 2024

Students, parents pay heavy price for Dimapur road restrictions

DIMAPUR — The recent closure of the road over-bridge (ROB) at Hotel Tragopan junction for rehabilitation has led to extensive traffic diversions and restrictions in Dimapur, causing hardship for residents who rely on public transportation, particul...

06 Oct 2024

IPS officer Pritpal Kaur wins IACP award for works in border areas

Says service is the real mantra of police uniform DIMAPUR — The Superintendent of Police (SP) Phek, Dr. Pritpal Kaur, has been selected for the prestigious International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) 40 under 40 Award, in recognition of he...

06 Oct 2024

Splash of joy: Three striking features of Merryland Park through my eyes

DIMAPUR — The long-awaited Merryland Park in Chümoukedima has finally opened its gates to the public, days after visuals captured during its soft launch triggered much curiosity among the people of Nagaland. The buzz on the internet was not withou...

05 Oct 2024

Early intervention crucial for children in CCIs, experts say

KOHIMA — Highlighting the urgent need for mental health support for children in Child Care Institutions (CCIs), a state-level workshop in Kohima stressed the importance of early intervention and a supportive environment. The workshop, titled ‘Cou...

04 Oct 2024
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