10-acre Kalagram along Ganga for Mahakumbh
NEW DELHI: For the Mahakumbh at Prayagraj, a culture village, called Kalagram, will be set up on over 10 acres at Daraganj along the banks of the Ganga and it will have demarcated spaces for seven zonal cultural centres (ZCC), officials said. The marked areas are named aangans (courtyards), where the ministry of culture plans to showcase art and crafts from all member states and union territories (UT). Exhibitions on the theme of Kumbha, including an immersive display, food court, and activity areas will also be put up at the venue. The ambience creation of Kalagram will be done by an expert private agency in collaboration with artists of ZCCs and Lalit Kala Akademi. The participating ZCCs are located in Patiala (Punjab), Nagpur (Maharashtra), Udaipur (Rajasthan), Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), Kolkata (West Bengal), Dimapur (Nagaland), and Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu). According to the officials, diverse art installations, including cultural, educational, and commercial exhibits, are also planned for an engaging visitor experience. Union tourism culture minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat earlier told this newspaper that a cultural extravaganza, showcasing the vibrant and colourful customs, arts and crafts of the states, is planned at Mahakumbh starting January in Prayagraj. After the consultation with the Uttar Pradesh government, the ministry has got prime space allocated close to the main Mahakumbh Mela venue so that more visitors can witness the festivities, Shekhawat said. The authorities have also planned to place an installation on the proposed Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum at the venue. One of the highlights at Kalagram will be a Ganga pandal with capacity of 10,000 audiences by the Mela Authority. This will be the main arena, where celebrity performances will be held everyday. Additionally, three pandals with a space for 4,000 people will be erected at Jhunsi, Nagvasuki and Areil. There will also be another amphitheatre of 1,000 capacity at Kalagram, where Snageet Natak Akademi awardees artists, National School of Drama productions and ZCC ensembles will be organised, an official said. Apart from this, 20 stages will also be built throughout the city. They will be handed over to the UP culture department and the ministry of culture, the official added. Meanwhile, the Indian Railways is gearing up to redefine the Mahakumbh experience with an innovative Gram Tent City initiative in Prayagraj. The Mahakumbh, scheduled from January 14 to February 2025, is set to blend spirituality with modernity, providing a unique experience for millions of pilgrims. The Mahakumbh Gram Tent City plan, launched by IRCTC, aims to deliver a seamless and memorable experience for visitors.
Nagaland police warn of second-hand car syndicates in neighbouring states
Dimapur: The Nagaland police informed the public about the rising threat of second-hand car syndicates operating in the neighbouring states of Nagaland. In an advisory on Friday, the state police urged the public to be vigilant and cautious when purchasing second-hand vehicles from sellers of neighbouring states or through unverified online platforms. It said these [] The post Nagaland police warn of second-hand car syndicates in neighbouring states appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland favours consultation on oil palm cultivation
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Dec 19: The Nagaland agricultural department endorsed the need for broad-based consultations with stakeholders on oil palm cultivation in the state to ensure transparent public engagement and critical deliberations. Advisor to agriculture department Mhathung Yanthan issued a press statement in this regard following concerns raised by the Nagaland Community Conserved Areas Forum []
Nagaland govt to consult on oil palm policy after concerns raised
Dimapur: The Nagaland agricultural department endorsed the need for broad-based consultations with stakeholders on oil palm cultivation in the state to ensure transparent public engagement and critical deliberations. Adviser to agriculture department Mhathung Yanthan issued a press statement in this regard following concerns raised by the Nagaland Community Conserved Areas Forum (NCCAF) and other individuals [] The post Nagaland govt to consult on oil palm policy after concerns raised appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Health scheme for Nagaland journalists
DIMAPUR, Dec 18: A health scheme for journalists in Nagaland has been implemented. An awareness cum enrolmentcamp for the Chief Minister Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS) targeting accredited journalists was held at E-Space, near SBI Rangapahar Branch, Duncan, Dimapur. Organised by the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (IPR), Government of Nagaland, in collaboration with the []
Nagaland urban population recorded 66% growth since 2011, says Neiphiu Rio
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Dec 18: Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio said the states urban population recorded 66.70% growth since the 2011 census. Inaugurating the upgraded Dimapur town hall last evening, Rio underscored the need for resilient infrastructure to sustain this growth and called for investment in urban centres like Dimapur, a key economic hub characterised []
Nagaland urban population recorded 66% growth since 2011: Rio
Dimapur:Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Tuesday said that the states urban population has recorded a 66.70 per cent growth since the 2011 census. Inaugurating the upgraded Dimapur town hall, Rio emphasised the need for resilient infrastructure to support growth and called for increased investment in urban centres like Dimapur, a key economic hub known [] The post Nagaland urban population recorded 66% growth since 2011: Rio appeared first on NorthEast Now .
ENPO temporarily accepts Centres offer for FNT
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Dec 17: The Eastern Nagaland Peoples Organisation (ENPO) declared that it had temporarily decided to accept the offer of the government of India for Frontier Nagaland Territory (FNT), a unique arrangement with executive, legislative and financial autonomy, for six eastern districts of Nagaland. The decision was taken at a tripartite meeting among []
Dimapur Press Club celebrates silver jubilee
DIMAPUR, Dec 16: Dimapur Press Club (DPC) celebrated silver jubilee on Monday at the Dimapur Government College Auditorium, bringing together notable personalities, journalists, and distinguished guests to observe 25 years of journalistic excellence and community service. The celebration featured Sharingain Longkumer, Speaker of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly as the special guest, alongside Yirmiyan Arthur Yhome, []
Be steadfast in journalistic ethics, Nagaland Speaker to scribes
Dimapur: Nagaland Assembly Speaker Sharingain Longkumer on Monday urged the journalists of the state to be steadfast in journalistic ethics and principles and embrace new frontiers in an era of misinformation. Addressing the silver jubilee celebration of Dimapur Press Club (DPC) at Dimapur Government College Auditorium as the special guest, Longkumer also exhorted the members [] The post Be steadfast in journalistic ethics, Nagaland Speaker to scribes appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Bhaichung Bhutia academy to hold football trials in Dimapur on Dec 20
Nagaland: Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools to hold football trials in Dimapur
Dimapur: Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools (BBFS) Residential Academy, in collaboration with EnJogo, will conduct trials for the selection of players at Khelo India Centre in Greenwood School Dimapur on December 20. These trials are specifically designed for U13 to U17 young football talents to join the prestigious BBFS Residential Academy. Open to players born between [] The post Nagaland: Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools to hold football trials in Dimapur appeared first on NorthEast Now .
BRO steps up India-Myanmar border fencing work near Manipur's Moreh: PRO Defence
Imphal: Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has stepped up India-Myanmar border fencing work near Moreh town in Manipur's Tengnoupal district, an official said on Saturday. India shares a 1,643 km border with Myanmar of which 398 km is in Manipur. BRO has commenced work of erecting the border fencing along the India-Myanmar border in the general area of Moreh in Tengnoupal district, PRO Defence Kohima told PTI over the phone. Work has just commenced... Things are being done a phase-wise. Only when the project reaches a substantial length, we will be able to give more details on the project the PRO said. The work is undertaken by Project Sewak which is looking after road construction in Nagaland and Manipur. Its headquarters is based in Dimapur, the officer said. Only 10 km of the international border with Myanmar is fenced near Moreh in Manipur. The entire 1,643 km porous India-Myanmar border, known for the smuggling of arms, ammunition, and narcotics, will be fenced at a cost of Rs 31,000 crore.
Nagaland Govt asked to furnish account on infra dev at Kisama
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Dec 13: The Rising Peoples Party (RPP) has demanded that the Nagaland government provide a full account of how the Rs 100 crore was spent at Kisama, the venue of the Hornbill Festival, and the revenue generated from the event. Quoting media reports, the RPP, in a release, on Friday said the []
Nagaland: 25thHornbill Festival draws over 2 lakh visitors
Dimapur:The 25thedition of the annual 10-day Hornbill Festival in Nagaland drew a total of 2,05,968 visitors, recording an increase of 33.7 per cent in footfall compared to last year. The festival, which concluded on Tuesday, recorded 1,54,057 attendees in 2023. According to the data from the state directorate of tourism, this years festival attracted [] The post Nagaland: 25thHornbill Festival draws over 2 lakh visitors appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland CMs microfinance initiative 2.0 launched
Dimapur:Nagaland Chief Ministers Micro Finance Initiative 2.0 (CMMFI 2.0) was unveiled on Wednesday, opening a gateway of opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs and farmers across the state. Designed to provide holistic financial support, the Nagaland CMMFI 2.0 initiative offers subsidies, tailored financial solutions, and innovative project support to turn ideas into reality. The CMMFI 2.0 covers [] The post Nagaland CMs microfinance initiative 2.0 launched appeared first on NorthEast Now .
25thHornbill Festival comes to a close with grand closing ceremony
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Dec 10: Drawing visitors from across the world to witness the beauty and unity of Nagaland and the vibrant celebration of the Naga culture, the 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival came to a close with a grand closing ceremony held at the main arena at Kisama on Tuesday evening. The ceremony []
Nagaland: Hornbill Festival 2024 end with grand closing ceremony
Dimapur: Drawing visitors from across the world to witness the beauty and unity of Nagaland and the vibrant celebration of the Naga culture, the 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival came to a close with a grand closing ceremony held at the main arena at Kisama on Tuesday evening. The ceremony marked a successful conclusion [] The post Nagaland: Hornbill Festival 2024 end with grand closing ceremony appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland tribes shine at Hornbill Festival
Dimapur: The penultimate day of the 10-day Hornbill festival witnessed an array of lively cultural performances by the tribes of Nagaland at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, in Kohima district on Monday. The programme began with a special performance by Imna Yaden, a folk fusion singer-songwriter from Dimapur, who performed the song Call of Hornbill, [] The post Nagaland tribes shine at Hornbill Festival appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland: Muzzleloading shooting a big hit at HornbillFestival
Dimapur:The muzzleloading shooting experience at the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland is witnessing a growing interest among tourists from far and near. This traditional activity, deeply rooted in local heritage has become a unique attraction during the festival. Two Konyak gunsmiths from Changlangshu village in Mon district K Moba and Nyeiba, having 35 years in gun-making, [] The post Nagaland: Muzzleloading shooting a big hit at HornbillFestival appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland: Rio asks to focus on central figure of Christmas
Dimapur:Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Sunday reminded everyone to focus on the central figure of Christmas, Jesus Christ, who brought hope, peace, and salvation to the world. Speaking at the Advent Christmas devotional service at the Naga Heritage Village in Kisama, the venue of the Hornbill Festival, Rio reflected on the blessing of worshiping [] The post Nagaland: Rio asks to focus on central figure of Christmas appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland: Dimapur airport expansion on track, aims for March 2025 completion
Dimapur: The ongoing expansion and renovation of Dimapur Airports terminal building are progressing smoothly and are expected to be completed by March 2025. M. Raja Kishore, Regional Executive Director (RED), Northeast Region of Airports Authority of India stated this during an inspection on Saturday. Kishore assured that the upgraded facilities will significantly enhance the airports [] The post Nagaland: Dimapur airport expansion on track, aims for March 2025 completion appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Odd-even system in Dimapur from Dec 10
Nagaland govt to reintroduce odd-even system in Dimapur for traffic management
Dimapur:The Nagaland government has decided to introduce the odd-even system for vehicles in Dimapur town to tackle traffic congestion. Dimapur town has witnessed owing to the festive season and the rehabilitation work of the road overbridge near Hotel Senti on NH 29. Dimapur commissioner of police on Saturday said the odd-even system of plying vehicles [] The post Nagaland govt to reintroduce odd-even system in Dimapur for traffic management appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Sikkim showcases its rich cultural diversity at Hornbill Festival
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Dec 6: Sikkim, a state partner of Nagaland for Hornbill Festival 2024, showcased its rich cultural diversity through captivating performances by its cultural troupe on Friday as part of the silver jubilee celebration of the festival. Known for its harmonious blend of tribal, ethnic, and caste groups, Sikkims social fabric is deeply []
Drugs worth Rs 34 crore destroyed in Nagaland
Kohima: The Nagaland Police has destroyed drugs worth over Rs 34 crore at Dimapur, an official said on Friday. The Drugs Disposal Committee (DDC) carried out the destruction of seized narcotic and psychotropic substances at the Dimapur Municipal Council dumping ground on Thursday, he said. The destroyed drugs include brown sugar and heroin, crystal meth and opium straw. Methamphetamine or meth is a powerful and highly addictive stimulant that affects the central nervous system. These banned drugs were seized in 79 cases registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 across police stations under CP Dimapur, the official said. The destruction was carried out in the presence of senior officials, he added.
Cultural performances, stone pulling ceremony enthrall crowd at Hornbill Fest
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Dec 4: The 25thanniversary celebrations of the 10-day Hornbill Festival continued on Day 4 on Wednesday, with vibrant cultural performances and stone pulling ceremony as the main highlights of the day. The events highlighted the rich cultural heritage of Nagalands tribes, fostering a deeper appreciation for their traditions and unity through diversity. []
Cultural extravaganza marks Day 2 of Hornbill Festival
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Dec 2: Cultural extravaganza by the different tribes of Nagaland marked the second of the ongoing Hornbill Festival at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, on Monday. The event held on the theme cultural connect was hosted by the deputy chief minister TR Zeliang. During the morning session of the cultural extravaganza, a key []
Hyderabad: Air India Express is expanding its domestic flight network by introducing new services to Dimapur and Patna. It will now offer daily flights that connect Dimapur to Guwahati and Patna to Bengaluru and Hyderabad directly without any layovers. Air India Express will begin its new flight service connecting Hyderabad and Patna on January 15, 2025. The airline will operate flights on the following schedule: Hyderabad to Patna (IX2894)- 11:05 am - 01:05 pm Patna to Hyderabad (IX2887)-01:45 pm 03:55 pm
Language convention to preserve cultural traditions of Naga languages
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Nov 25: A two-day language convention of Naga languages got underway at Ura Academy, Kohima, on Monday, aiming to celebrate the rich oral traditions of the Naga people by providing a platform for all Naga languages from different districts of Nagaland to showcase their diverse and ancient cultural heritage. The convention has []
Nagaland CM reviews progress of Hornbill Festival
DIMAPUR, Nov 24: To review the overall progress of the 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival, 2024, a meeting under the chairmanship of chief minister of Nagaland, Neiphiu Rio was held recently at Rhododendron Hall, Police Complex, Chumoukedima. All the respective headsof departments from the department attended the meeting. Speaking during the meeting, Neiphiu Rio, []
Indigenous games, cultural confluence in Dimapur
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Nov 24: As a prelude to the celebrations of the 25th anniversary of the upcoming 10-day Hornbill Festival at Kisama, near Kohima, from December 1, Forerunners Nagaland, in collaboration with the Nagaland tourism department, organised indigenous games competitions, cultural confluence and extravaganza at the Agri Expo site in Dimapur on Saturday. Forerunners []
Nagaland doctor-population ratio at 1:4056
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Nov 24: Nagaland MLA Dr Sukhato A Sema on Saturday said the states doctor-to-population ratio stood at a staggering 1:4056 as against the WHOs recommended 1:1000, painting a grim picture of healthcare sector in the state. He said as per the 2011 census, Nagalands population is 19,79,000 and the strength of doctors []
NSCN-IM survives till date despite conspiracy: Leader
DIMAPUR, Nov 23: One of the top NSCN-IM leaders, Rh Raising, a member of collective leadership of the organisation, talked about how the NSCN survived till today inspiteof attacks and plans by traitors and by variousother forces to destroy the organisation. He also talked about the Framework Agreement of August 3, 2015, saying that itis []
Wasbir Hussain | Mistrust, wont talk stand may keep Manipur on boil
In the full-scale ethnic war between the Meiteis and the Kukis that Manipur has been witnessing since May 3, 2023, the one thing that has come as a surprise is that neither side has been hit by conflict fatigue although the blistering fight has entered its 18 th month. In this period, around 250 people belonging to both communities have been killed and an estimated 60,000 displaced, who are now living in relief camps, many of them just makeshift facilities. If no side is willing to end the battle or have a dialogue, it means this is a turf war that Manipur is actually witnessing. The latest bout of violence was triggered by the brutal killing of a Hmar woman (Hmars belong to the Kuki-Zo ethnic group) in Manipurs Jiribam district in the first week of this month. The Kukis were obviously agitated. On November 11, armed men, which the Manipur police described as Kuki militants, apparently attacked a CRPF post near Borobekra in Jiribam district. The CRPF men retaliated, and according to the Manipur police, the gunbattle continued for 45 minutes. A search of the area later led to the recovery of sophisticated weapons and 10 bodies of what the Manipur police said were Kuki militants. The same day, November 11, armed men had kidnapped a Meitei family whose home was in the shootout vicinity. The hostages were six people: three women and three children, including a 10-month-old infant. Five days later, on November 15, their bodies were picked up from a river in the area. All hell broke loose. On November 16, as soon as news trickled out of the six hostages being murdered, including the 10-month-old infant, women first gathered outside the iconic Ima Market in Imphal, a market run exclusively by women since the 16th century and a venue of many protests in Manipurs capital. As the day progressed, Imphal was under the grip of thousands of protesters who started blaming the BJP-led government led by chief minister N. Biren Singh of having failed to protect lives and property. Soon, the mobs were on a rampage. They first attacked the residence of BJP MLA Imo Singh, who incidentally is the chief ministers son-in-law. One after the other, the mob vandalised and burnt the homes of at least nine other ministers and MLAs, including the private residence of Mr Biren Singh. A woman MLA, S. Kebi Devi, was seen on television running on the street to escape a mob and hurriedly got into a bullet-proof police vehicle. For the first few hours on November 16, the state authorities clearly gave out an impression they were helpless as the mobs went unchallenged. Only late in the evening, the Manipur government brought the Meitei heartland, the Imphal Valley comprising five districts, under curfew and suspended Internet services. The Biren Singh governments dilemma was clear -- at a time when the Kukis have been openly expressing their lack of faith and confidence in the Biren Singh government, the chief minister and his team in Imphal were in no position to antagonise their main support base, the Meiteis. By this time, the Centre, particularly the Union home ministry and home minister Amit Shah himself, had gone into a huddle over Manipur. A few quick fire-fighting measures were set in motion the Centre dispatched 70 additional companies of paramilitary forces, and rushed the director-general of the CRPF and the GOC of the Armys Dimapur-based 3 Corps to Manipur. In New Delhi, home minister Amit Shah reviewed the situation twice in 24 hours. But Mr Biren Singh and his alliance was facing the heat and pushed to the wall. One of the BJPs key partners, the National Peoples Party (NPP), withdrew support, leaving only the Naga Peoples Front and the JD(U), besides a few Independents, with the coalition. NPP leader Conrad Sangma, the Meghalaya CM, shot off a blunt letter to BJP president J.P. Nadda saying that his party has lost confidence in Biren Singhs leadership and that the NPP was deeply concerned about the situation in Manipur. The withdrawal of support by the seven NPP MLAs have had no impact on the Biren Singh ministry as it has the numbers, but the NPP pullout sent out a message that Biren Singh was losing the faith of many, including his allies. Biren Singh and his team had to come up with a response. The chief minister called a meeting of alliance MLAs on November 18 and adopted an eight-point resolution. The resolution amounted to Team Biren Singh giving a seven-day deadline to the Centre to launch a full-scale operation against Kuki militants, withdraw the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act from the six police station areas where it was reimposed recently, hand over the case related to the killing of the six Meitei hostages in Jiribam to the National Investigation Agency, and declaring the Kuki militants responsible for the killing of the six hostages as an unlawful organisation. The resolution recorded a veiled threat saying if the demands were not met within the stipulated time of seven days, the BJP-led alliance with decide on their future course of action in consultation with the people. In trying to come up with a response, Biren Singh and his team almost ended up adopting a confrontationist approach with New Delhi. Team Biren also had to send out a message to those who have been taking to the streets in Imphal that the state government would not always take things lying down. Therefore, the meeting with the alliance MLAs decided to set up a high-powered committee to probe the mob violence that targeted the ministers and MLAs and had destroyed property and vowed to initiate legal action against the perpetrators. But the biggest conglomerate of civil society groups in the Imphal Valley, the Coordination Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI), that had so far been backing Team Biren, rejected the eight-point resolution and acted by shutting down some Central government offices in Imphal. On Wednesday, however, COCOMI announced the suspension of its agitation for a week as the state government leaders had set the seven-day deadline to the Centre to initiate action against the Kuki militants. The situation remains volatile, it may be impossible to bring things to normal within the deadline of seven days, and the angst of the people against the N. Biren Singh government as well as the Centre may keep Manipur on the boil for some more time to come. This is because the clashing sides are not prepared yet to face each other and talk peace, and neither has there been any serious mediation effort.
IndiGo Expands Winter Schedule with Eight New Flights, Boosts Frequency to Bangkok
IndiGo has unveiled its expanded winter schedule, launching eight new flights and resuming operations on several key routes, aiming to improve connectivity to East and North-East India. Starting from October 29, 2024, the airline will introduce flights between Agartala and Dibrugarh, operating three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. This new service will enhance travel options between the two cities in the region. Additionally, IndiGo will begin direct flights between Guwahati and Dimapur and resume daily flights between Guwahati and Ahmedabad, effective December 10, 2024. These moves are expected to improve regional connectivity and provide more convenient travel for passengers in the North-East. In a bid to strengthen its international reach, IndiGo will also increase its frequency on the Kolkata-Bangkok route. Starting November 24, 2024, this popular route will operate four times a weekon Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundaysoffering greater flexibility for travelers between Kolkata and Bangkok, a key destination for both business and leisure. We are pleased to announce these new routes as part of our winter schedule. Theres a surge in demand, and these additions will strengthen regional connectivity, boost economic growth, tourism, and cultural exchange, said Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales at IndiGo. We remain committed to providing affordable fares, on-time performance, courteous service, and a hassle-free travel experience across our network. These new flights and increased frequencies are part of IndiGos strategy to expand its network and offer more travel options to passengers across India and internationally. MORE..... More Flights to Europe Make Travel Easier for Indians Amid Rising Demand Flight Operations at Dhaka Airport to Halt for Nightly Maintenance Travel Made Easy: Indian Railways Unveils Super App for Seamless Journeys
Army major saves 2 boys from drowning in Nagaland
GUWAHATI: An Army major is being hailed for rescuing two children from drowning in the Dhansiri River in Nagaland. Two boys, aged 5 and 6 years, were playing near the riverbank when they accidentally fell into the deep and muddy water. They attempted to stay afloat but the currents swept them downstream. Incidentally, Major Vishavdeep Singh Attri was passing by the area when he heard the cries of a woman and the two boys for help. Disregarding his personal safety, the officer sprang into action. Being a trained swimmer, he dove into the river and fought against the currents, slush and vegetation to reach the struggling children and managed to bring both boys safely to the shore by displaying extraordinary bravery and determination, a defence statement said. The officer is posted at the Rangapahar Military Station, the armys 3 Corps headquarters, in the Dimapur district. The statement said the boys suffered no serious injuries and were reunited with their grateful families. Local residents and eyewitnesses lauded Major Attri for his heroism and presence of mind, which prevented a potential tragedy, the statement further stated. The officer could not be reached for comment. The army hailed his courageous and selfless act. Heroism knows no bounds! Kudos to the brave #IndianArmy officer, Major Vishavdeep Singh Attri, of @Spearcorps, who selflessly saved 2 boys from drowning in the Dhansiri river, Dimapur, #Nagaland, disregarding his personal safety, PRO Defence, Manipur, Nagaland and South Arunachal posted on X. Heroism knows no bounds! Kudos to the brave #IndianArmy officer, Major Vishavdeep Singh Attri, of @Spearcorps , who selflessly saved 2 boys from drowning in the Dhansari river, Dimapur, #Nagaland today, disregarding his personal safety. @SpokespersonMoD @adgpi @easterncomd pic.twitter.com/zSzCMX2xNY PRO Defence, Manipur, Nagaland & South Arunachal (@prodefkohima) October 27, 2024
CFSB accuses NSCN-K (Nikki Sumi) of ceasefire violation
DIMAPUR: Ceasefire Supervisory Board (CFSB) chairman Amarjeet Singh Bedi has accused the Nikki Sumi faction of NSCN-K of abducting two Naga youths in violation of the laid down ceasefire rules. Two youths were abducted from Dimapur allegedly over illegal taxation demand on October 10. Bedi on Monday held separate closed-door meetings with representatives of NSCN-K (Nikki Sumi), Dimapur-based civil society organisations and youth bodies at Police Complex in Chumoukedima. The CFSB chairman, after meeting with the Naga underground group leaders, said that the Nikki Sumi faction of NSCN-K has been found accountable for the violation of ceasefire ground rules as well as misuse of the ceasefire office. He said that the group agreed in writing that they were ready to adhere to all the ground rules. Bedi said that he asked the NSCN-K Nikki Sumi group to make all efforts to apprehend those involved in the abduction who may have acted in an individual capacity and hand them over to the police so that necessary action can be taken as per the law. Bedi said that the Centre and the NSCN-K (Nikki Sumi) signed the ceasefire agreement in 2021 and thereafter extended it last month for a period of one year. The agreement was signed with an aim to bring peace, mutual understanding and also trust among the parties so that Naga political issue is resolved in a peaceful atmosphere, he said. Bedi said, as the chairman of CFSB, he has to ensure that laid down ceasefire ground rules are adhered to by the Naga political groups who have signed the ceasefire agreements with the Centre. If any group violates the ground rules, they will be held accountable for unlawful activities, he said. The Centre has signed ceasefire agreements with five groups. However, the Nikki Sumi faction of NSCN-K has not entered into dialogue to resolve the Naga political issue.
Govt Extends AFSPA in 8 Naga, 3 Arunachal Districts
New Delhi :The Centre extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in eight districts in Nagaland, three districts in Arunachal Pradesh and some other areas for six more months after a review of the law and order situation, the Union home ministry said in a notification issued late on Wednesday night. The AFSPA under which an area is declared as disturbed facilitates the operations of the security forces and it also empowers them with sweeping powers including search, arrest and to open fire if they deem it necessary for maintenance of public order. The ministry in the order said that the central government in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 3 of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), 1958 (28 of 1958) had declared eight districts and 21 police stations in five other districts of Nagaland as disturbed area for a period of six months with effect from April 1, 2024. The districts and police stations areas have been declared disturbed areas again for a period of six months with effect from October 1, 2024, unless withdrawn, the notification issued on Wednesday night said. The districts in Nagaland where the AFSPA was reimposed are Dimapur, Niuland, Chumoukedima, Mon, Kiphire, Noklak, Phek and Peren. In a separate notification, the ministry said that under the AFSPA, the central government had declared Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts in Arunachal Pradesh and the areas falling within the jurisdiction of Namsai, Mahadevpur and Chowkham police stations in Namsai district of Arunachal Pradesh, bordering Assam as disturbed area with effect from April 1, 2024. A further review of the law and order situation in Arunachal Pradesh had been undertaken, it said, while adding, Now, therefore, Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts in Arunachal Pradesh and the areas falling within the jurisdiction of Namsai, Mahadevpur and Chowkham police stations in Namsai district of Arunachal Pradesh, bordering the state of Assam, are declared as disturbed area for a period of six months with effect from October 1, 2024 unless withdrawn, it said. Union home minister Amit Shah had earlier said that the AFSPA had been removed in 70 per cent areas in the northeastern states even though it is in force in Jammu and Kashmir. He had also said that the central government would consider revoking AFSPA in Jammu and Kashmir. However, there have been demands from various organisations in the Union Territory and northeastern states to revoke the AFSPA.
MHA extends AFSPA in parts of Nagaland, Arunachal by six months
NEW DELHI: The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, under which an area is declared as disturbed for the convenience of security forces, has been extended in eight districts in Nagaland, three districts in Arunachal Pradesh, and some other areas for six more months after a review of the law and order situation in the two northeastern states. An area or district is notified as a disturbed area under the AFSPA to facilitate the operations of the armed forces. The AFSPA gives armed forces operating in disturbed areas sweeping powers to search, arrest and open fire if they deem it necessary for the maintenance of public order. In a notification, the Union Home Ministry said the central government, in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 3 of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 (28 of 1958), had declared eight districts and 21 police stations in five other districts of Nagaland as 'disturbed area' for a period of six months with effect from April 1, 2024. The home ministry said a further review of the law and order situation in Nagaland has been undertaken. The districts and police stations areas have been declared as 'disturbed area' again under Section 3 of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 for a period of six months with effect from October 1, 2024, unless withdrawn earlier, the notification issued on Wednesday night said. The districts in Nagaland where the AFSPA was reimposed are Dimapur, Niuland, Chumoukedima, Mon, Kiphire, Noklak, Phek and Peren. The areas in Nagaland falling within the jurisdiction of Khuzama, Kohima North, Kohima South, Zubza and Kezocha police stations in Kohima District; Mangkolemba, Mokokchung-I, Longtho, Tuli, Longchem and Anaki 'C' police stations in Mokokchung District; Yanglok police station in Longleng District are also declared 'disturbed'. In addition, Bhandari, Champang and Ralan police stations in Wokha District; and Ghatashi, Pughoboto, Satakha, Suruhuto, Zunheboto and Aghunato police stations in Zunheboto District of Nagaland are also declared 'disturbed' under the AFSPA. In a separate notification, the home ministry said under the AFSPA, the central government had declared Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts in Arunachal Pradesh and the areas falling within the jurisdiction of Namsai, Mahadevpur and Chowkham police stations in Namsai district of Arunachal Pradesh, bordering Assam, as 'disturbed area' with effect from April 1, 2024. A further review of the law and order situation in Arunachal Pradesh has been undertaken, it said. Now, therefore, Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts in Arunachal Pradesh and the areas falling within the jurisdiction of Namsai, Mahadevpur and Chowkham police stations in Namsai district of Arunachal Pradesh, bordering the state of Assam, are declared as 'disturbed area' under Section 3 of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, for a period of six months with effect from October 1, 2024, unless withdrawn earlier, the notification said. Union Home Minister Amit Shah had earlier said the AFSPA has been removed in 70 per cent areas in the northeastern states, even though it is in force in Jammu and Kashmir. Shah had also said that the central government would consider revoking AFSPA in Jammu and Kashmir. There have been demands from various organisations and individuals in Jammu and Kashmir and northeastern states to revoke the AFSPA. AFSPA debate: What could be a possible solution?
Nagaland extends Inner Line Permit to three more districts amid influx concerns
The Nagaland government will implement the Inner Line Permit (ILP) in Dimapur, Chumoukedima, and Niuland districts to regulate non-indigenous entry. This decision follows demands from various organizations. The ILP aims to protect the identity of indigenous people and is enforced under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation Act of 1873.
Nagaland govt decides to enforce ILP in Dimapur
Kohima: The Nagaland government on Wednesday decided to enforce the Inner Line Permit (ILP) in the Dimapur, Chumoukedima, and Niuland districts of the state. The decision was taken at the state cabinet meeting held here during the day under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, state government spokesperson and minister Temjen Imna Along told newsmen here. ILP was not applicable to Dimapur district which was bifurcated into three districts - Dimapur, Chumoukedima, and Niuland in 2021. Dimapur and Niuland districts share an inter-state border with Assam. To visit Nagaland ILP is required by those people who are not indigenous people of the state. In Dimapur district, there will be three categories of non-Naga residents under which no ILP will be required for categories I and II, he said. Informing that Category-I relates to those individuals who were settled in Dimapur prior to the December 1, 1963, formation of Nagaland, he said that the department would work towards providing these individuals with smart card facility with the option to avail permanent residence certificate (PRC) and domicile certificate. Category II relates to those individuals who were settled in Dimapur between December 1, 1963, and November 21, 1979, and these individuals will be provided permanent residence certificates with the option to avail of domicile certificates, he said. Category III relates to those individuals who were settled in Dimapur on and beyond November 22, 1979, he said. Along informed that the government would strengthen the digital system for issuance of ILP so that people requiring the permit will not have to come through middle-man or go to offices. Certain categories such as students, teachers, technical personnel, and businessmen who are investing in the state should be provided ILP for a longer duration of 2-5 years at a time, the minister said. Nagaland restricts the entry of non-Nagas into the state under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) Act of 1873, which aims to protect the identity and existence of the indigenous people. The Inner Line Permit (ILP) makes it obligatory for anyone, both an Indian citizen and a foreigner, who is not an indigenous inhabitant of Nagaland, to obtain an ILP to enter the state of Nagaland for a limited period. However, following the political crisis in neighbouring Bangladesh, various tribal bodies and civil society organizations in the state are demanding an extension of the ILP in the three districts to restrain the influx of illegal immigrants into the state. The Naga Students' Federation (NSF) on September 4 had set a deadline of 14 days for the government to enforce ILP in the three districts while cautioning that any delay in enforcing these measures would be seen as a failure to protect the Naga people and an abdication of the government's duty.
21 Cities Under NCAP Cut PM10 Pollution by Over 40 pc Since 2017-18, Shows CPCB Data
New Delhi: Ninety-five of the 131 cities covered under the National Clean Air Programme have shown an improvement in air quality, with 21 reducing PM10 pollution by more than 40 per cent compared to 2017-18 levels, CPCB data shows.The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) also said that only 18 of the 131 National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) cities adhered to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for PM10, set at 60 micrograms per cubic metre. The 21 cities and urban agglomerations that achieved more than 40 per cent reduction in PM10 pollution are Varanasi, Dhanbad, Byrnihat, Bareilly, Firozabad, Dehradun, Tuticorin, Nalagarh, Moradabad, Khurja, Trichy, Kohima, Lucknow, Kanpur, Kadapa, Sivasagar, Sunder Nagar, Agra, Greater Mumbai, Rishikesh and Parwanoo. Fourteen cities, -- Ahmedabad, Ghaziabad, Rajkot, Jalandhar, Raebareli, Amritsar, Kolkata, Jammu, Silchar, Vijayawada, Naya Nangal, Dimapur, Baddi and Jodhpur -- reduced PM10 pollution by 30-40 per cent, compared to 2017-18 levels. Khanna, Durgapur, Kurnool, Dera Baba Nanak, Vadodara, Allahabad, Asansol, Hyderabad, Gorakhpur, Ranchi, Bengaluru, Akola, Ananthapur, Durg Bhilainagar, Surat and Noida recorded a 20-30 per cent reduction in PM10 levels during the same period, the data showed. A 10-20 per cent reduction in PM10 pollution was recorded in 21 cities -- Delhi, Howrah, Thane, Latur, Nellore, Gajraula, Alwar, Chittur, Kala Amb, Mandi Gobindgarh, Amravati, Patiala, Jaipur, Ongole, Chandrapur, Nashik, Jhansi, Sangli, Kota, Devanagere and Rajahmundry. India launched the NCAP in 2019 with a target to reduce particulate pollution by 20-30 per cent by 2024, using 2017 as the base year. The target was later revised to a 40 per cent reduction by 2026, using 2019-20 as the base year. In practice, only PM10 concentration is being considered for performance assessment. Surat was on Saturday ranked as the top major city in India for air quality improvements, followed by Jabalpur and Agra. The Union environment ministry presented the National Clean Air City Awards during the Swachh Vayu Survekshan - 2024, held at a national workshop celebrating the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies in Jaipur. While Surat, Jabalpur and Agra secured the top three positions among cities with populations of more than 10 lakh, Firozabad (Uttar Pradesh), Amravati (Maharashtra) and Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) were recognised as the best among cities with populations between three and 10 lakh. Raebareli (Uttar Pradesh), Nalgonda (Telangana) and Nalagarh (Himachal Pradesh) topped the list among cities with populations under three lakh. Swachh Vayu Survekshan is an initiative by the environment ministry to rank cities based on the implementation of activities approved under the city action plan and air quality in cities covered under NCAP. These cities were awarded for significant improvements in air quality through various best practices to reduce air pollution. Key activities included paving roads, promoting mechanical sweeping, bioremediation of legacy waste, solid waste management, converting reclaimed land from dump sites into green spaces, greenbelt development, intelligent traffic management systems, and Miyawaki afforestation.
21 cities under NCAP cut PM10 pollution by over 40% since 2017-18: CPCB
Ninety-five of the 131 cities covered under the National Clean Air Programme have shown an improvement in air quality, with 21 reducing PM10 pollution by more than 40 per cent compared to 2017-18 levels, CPCB data shows. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) also said that only 18 of the 131 National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) cities adhered to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for PM10, set at 60 micrograms per cubic metre. The 21 cities and urban agglomerations that achieved more than 40 per cent reduction in PM10 pollution are Varanasi, Dhanbad, Byrnihat, Bareilly, Firozabad, Dehradun, Tuticorin, Nalagarh, Moradabad, Khurja, Trichy, Kohima, Lucknow, Kanpur, Kadapa, Sivasagar, Sunder Nagar, Agra, Greater Mumbai, Rishikesh and Parwanoo. Fourteen cities, -- Ahmedabad, Ghaziabad, Rajkot, Jalandhar, Raebareli, Amritsar, Kolkata, Jammu, Silchar, Vijayawada, Naya Nangal, Dimapur, Baddi and Jodhpur -- reduced PM10 pollution by 30-40 per cent, compared to 2017-18 ...
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Naga students asks state govt to implement Inner Line Permit within 14 days
The Naga Students' Federation (NSF) has asked the state government to implement Inner Line Permit (ILP) in three districts of Nagaland Dimapur, Chmoukedima and Niuland within 14 days. The federation is deeply anguished to note that despite having submitted several representations to the state government, the last communique having been made on February 28, no decisive action has been taken, NSF president Medovi Rhi and assistant general secretary Kenilo Kent said in a statement here on Thursday. This demand was made in response to what the NSF described as a grave alarm' over the worsening crisis in Bangladesh, which has led to regional unrest and represents a threat to the Naga homeland. The demographic shift we are witnessing is not merely a number on a chart; it represents the dilution of Naga culture, our way of life, and our future as an indigenous people. We will not stand idle as our homeland is turned into a refuge for illegal immigrants, NSF said. The NSF maintained t
6 dead, 3 injured due to heavy rain, landslides on Nagaland's NH-29
The Nagaland government has announced an ex gratia of four lakh each for the families of six people who were killed on National Highway-29 (Dimapur-Kohima) due to large scale destruction caused by incessant rainfall and landslides.Sixteen thousand will be given to the three injured persons as per the norms of the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA), Deputy Chief Minister Zeliang said.After the casualties on Wednesday, Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio took stock of the situation and urged people to heed official advisories.Convened a meeting and took stock of the disaster situation on NH-29, which resulted in 6 casualties. I urge citizens to heed to official advisories. The Govt. is providing emergency services and ex-gratia. I extend my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased, the CM posted on X.I'm deeply concerned by large scale destruction on NH-29 caused by incessant rainfall. Authorities are on-site assessing the situation & helping those
Landslides on NH-29 Kill 6, Disrupt Nagaland Traffic
Six dead, several injured in Nagaland as landslides disrupt NH-29, stranding vehicles and affecting traffic between Dimapur and Kohima
Casualties feared as massive mudslides, landslides hit Nagaland
GUWAHATI: Route connectivity between Nagalands Dimapur and Kohima via National Highway 29 has been snapped following major mudslides and landslides which were triggered by incessant rainfall. While there are no official figures so far on casualties if any, the local media reported that one to five persons were killed. The incidents occurred on Tuesday night and in the wee hours of Wednesday at multiple places. In viral videos, large stretches of the highway were seen blocked. A number of vehicles were stranded. Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio said the authorities were assessing the situation. Im deeply concerned by large-scale destruction on NH-29 caused by incessant rainfall. Authorities are on-site assessing the situation & helping those affected. The State Govt will continue to pursue with the GoI & @nhidcl for immediate measures & restore normalcy at the earliest, he posted on X. I'm deeply concerned by large scale destruction on NH-29 caused by incessant rainfall. Authorities are on-site assessing the situation & helping those affected. The State Govt will continue to pursue with the GoI & @nhidcl for immediate measures & restore normalcy at the earliest Neiphiu Rio (@Neiphiu_Rio) September 4, 2024 The office of the commissioner of police, Dimapur issued an advisory for commuters. In view of the massive mudslide at Pherima, landslide at Tseipama/ Piphema and another major landslide on NH 29 (Pagala Pahar/New Chumoukedima) which has washed away an entire section of the road, all vehicular traffic between Kohima and Dimapur on NH-29 is blocked as it is not possible to ply on this stretch of road, the advisory said. It added, Alternate route via Pimla-Mhainamtsi for commuting between Kohima and Dimapur is also not advised due to the above mud slide/landslides. The Niuland-Kohima via Zhadima road can be used by light motor vehicles only. No heavy vehicles shall be allowed to ply on this route. It requested citizens to take extreme precautions during this weather condition and plan their travels accordingly. National Highway 29 leads up to Manipur and the state depends heavily on this arterial road for supplies.
Ri Bhoi ajani petrol pump-ko dakait dakanina sak 4-ko rima
SHILLONG: Reanggipa August-ni 25 tariko, Ri Bhoi ajao donggipa Umran Petrol Pump-ko chadrapenba, tangka paisarangko raseke raanina Ri Bhoi ajani police-rang, mande sakgittamko rimaha aro Nagaland adokni police-rangba saksako rimdapna manaha. Rimako mangipa manderangara Nagaland adokoni ongachim aro ia manderangoni sakgittamde, Dimapur-o donggipa Burma Camp Veterinary Colony-oni bilsi 25 onggipa Bokavi Zhimomi, Dimapur-o donggipa Urban [] The post Ri Bhoi ajani petrol pump-ko dakait dakanina sak 4-ko rima appeared first on The Shillong Times .
