Nagaland striving to end open defecation in state
Dimapur:Nagaland Public Health Engineering Department PHED and cooperation minister Jacob Zhimomi on Wednesday said that out of 747 villages, the state has 406 open defecation free (ODF) villages, 39 model villages, and 302 rising villages as of September 2024. Gracing the Swachhata Hi Seva culmination programme as the chief guest in state capital Kohima, Zhimomi [] The post Nagaland striving to end open defecation in state appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Wales to partner with Nagaland for Hornbill Festival 2024
Dimapur:Wales is now a partner for the Hornbill Festival for its 25thanniversary celebrations this year at Kisama Heritage Village under Kohima district of Nagaland. The annual festival is celebrated from December 1 to 10 to showcase the culture and traditions of different ethnic groups of Nagaland for which it is also called the Festival of [] The post Wales to partner with Nagaland for Hornbill Festival 2024 appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
10,200 hectares of land under coffee cultivation in Nagaland
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Oct 1: Nagaland adviser to land resources department G Ikuto Zhimomi on Tuesday said the state currently has 10,200 hectares of land under coffee plantation whereas it was around 145 hectares before 2014. Addressing the International Coffee Day, organised by the directorate of land resources at its office conference hall in Kohima, []
Tribal Design Forum Bootcamp at 'The Heritage' in Kohima
Tribal Design Forum Bootcamp at 'The Heritage' in Kohima
Celebrate senior citizens for who they are
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Oct 1: The International Day of Older Persons was celebrated across Nagaland on Tuesday, calling for creating an environment where senior citizens are not just cared for but also celebrated for who they are. In Kohima, a state-level celebration of the day under the theme Ageing with Dignity was held at the []
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Tribal Design Forum Bootcamp at Kohima 20241002E-Pao.net
Nagaland:10,200 hectares of land under coffee cultivation in state
Dimapur:Nagaland adviser to land resources department G Ikuto Zhimomi on Tuesday said the state currently has 10,200 hectares of land under coffee plantation whereas it was around 145 hectares before 2014. Addressing the International Coffee Day organised by the directorate of land resources in its Kohima office premises on the theme Collaboration for a better [] The post Nagaland:10,200 hectares of land under coffee cultivation in state appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Assam Rifles organised a wreath laying ceremony today at Maram War Memorial in Senapati district to pay homage to Rfri GD Late Ron Marak who laid down his life in the line of duty As per a press release issued by IGAR E , the gallant soldier laid down his life on September 27, 1969 while fighting with insurgents in Kohima, Nagaland Source The Sangai Express
Talks between NSCN-IM and Centre likely to take place in October 1st week
Talks between the Centre and NSCN-IM are expected to resume in early October in New Delhi. A consultative meeting in Kohima urged Naga groups to unite and present a single document for an early solution. The stalemate persists over NSCN-IM's demand for a separate flag and constitution.
AFSPA extended in parts of Arunachal, Nagaland for 6 more months
Itanagar/Kohima: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in certain districts of Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland for another six months with effect from October 1, officials said on Thursday, September 26. An MHA notification said that the AFSPA has been extended for another six months in Tirap, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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 reports 16 dengue cases as against 4,943 last year
Dimapur: Nagaland recorded 26 dengue-positive cases so far this year as compared to 4,943 cases in 2023 when there was an outbreak of the disease. Sharing this information at a meeting convened by the commissioner and secretary, of the health and family welfare department, Anoop Khinchi, in Kohima, National Vector Borne Diseases Control Programme (NVBDCP) [] The post Nagaland reports 16 dengue cases as against 4,943 last year appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
Kohima Resolution implies Shah, CM Rio must quit Nirendra Dev
Kohima Resolution implies Shah, CM Rio must quit Nirendra Dev
Manipur: Major disaster averted as security forces recover 7 IEDs in Imphal East
Guwahati:Security forces on Thursday averted a major disaster by taking swift and timely action and recovering a large quantity of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) from Imphal East district of Manipur. Kohima-based Defence PRO Lt Col Amit Shukla said that acting on a tip-off,columns of the Indian Army andManipur Police acted swiftly and launched an extensive [] The post Manipur: Major disaster averted as security forces recover 7 IEDs in Imphal East appeared first on NORTHEAST NOW .
India conducts successful field firing trials of its new indigenous light tank 'Zorawar'
NEW DELHI: India's ambitious project to manufacture indigenous light tanks achieved a milestone on Friday with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), successfully conducting the preliminary automotive trials of the Indian light Tank, Zorawar. In the initial phase, the tank's firing performance was rigorously evaluated and it achieved the required accuracy on designated targets, said the Ministry of Defence. Describing it a highly versatile platform capable of deployment in high-altitude areas, the MoD added, During the field trials conducted in the desert terrain, the Light Tank demonstrated exceptional performance, efficiently meeting all the intended objectives. As per the sources accuracy is the most significant parameter for the modern tanks which in technical terms is also described as the FRHP (First Round Hit Probability) to suit the modern battles, requiring to hit the enemy first. Zorawar has been successfully developed by the Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), a unit of the DRDO, in collaboration with Larsen & Toubro Ltd. Numerous Indian industries, including Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), contributed to the development of various sub-systems, showcasing the strength of indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities within the country. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded DRDO, the Indian Army, and all associated industry partners for the successful trials of the Indian Light Tank. He described the achievement as a significant milestone towards India's goal of self-reliance in critical defence systems and technologies. As reported earlier by TNIE, 'Zorawar,' India's ambitious indigenous project to design and develop Light Weight Tanks (LWT) for sector-specific operational requirements is expected to be ready for deployment in about four years, from the start of its design phase. The tank is named after Zorawar Singh Kahluria, the famed Military General of Dogra King Gulab Singh who was adept at mountain warfare. The prototype of the tank underwent trials in July this year. After that, as per the sources, the development phase will take 18 months to two years. The production will take another year. A total of 354 light tanks are to be produced of which the DRDO will manufacture 59. The rest will be manufactured under the Make 1 Category. Zorawar will weigh around 25 tonnes, armed with niche technologies to include Artificial Intelligence, drone integration, active protection system and a high degree of situational awareness, a source said. The Defence Acquisition Council accorded its approval for the Rs 16,000 crore project for lightweight tanks in December 2022. The Projects under the 'Make-I' category will involve government funding of up to 90 per cent under the Defence Procurement Policy (2016). With this, the aim of the government is to push the Make in India initiative. This will foster indigenous capabilities through the design and development of required defence equipment/products/systems by the both public and private sectors. A lightweight agile platform with a high power-to-weight ratio with substantial firepower, protection, and surveillance-and-communication capabilities is essential to provide the Indian Army with the versatility to execute operations in varying terrain against diverse threats and equipment profiles of adversaries. An Armoured Fighting Vehicle-Indian Light Tank offering capability for multiple employment options along with niche technologies is, therefore, an operational imperative, said the source. Indian Light Tank is required to address sector-specific operational requirements. The Indigenous Indian Light Tank aptly named 'Zorawar' will be designed to operate from High Altitude Area, the marginal terrain to the Island territories and will be highly transportable for rapid deployment to meet any operational situation, said the defence source. The need for light tanks was felt during the standoff in Eastern Ladakh where the Chinese PLA was able to induct a large number of technologically modern tanks which were a mix of medium and light tanks with a high-power-to-weight ratio. Commonly there are three categories of tanks: Light, medium and heavy tanks. The Army's MBT Arjun weighs around 60 tons, T-90 around 48 tons and T-70 around 45 tons. The Indian Army had to induct a considerable number of T-72 and T-90 tanks in operational areas, gaining tactical surprise over the adversary and thereby forcing the adversary on the back foot. The Army has experience of successfully employing Light Tanks as Force Multipliers in all previous battle engagements in the past viz. Stuart Tanks of 254 Indian Tank Brigade in Battle of Kohima in World War II, at Naushera, Jhangar, Rajauri and most successfully at Zojila in the Indo-Pak war 1947-48.
Stakeholders urge Naga groups to have single document
KOHIMA, Sept 12: Participants of the consultative meeting on the decades-old Naga political issue convened by the Nagaland government on Thursday urged the Naga groups having parallel talks with the Centre to unite and approach it with a single document for a solution. During the deliberations, the stakeholders held a view that the two groups []
4thround of FMD vaccination drive launched
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Sept 11: Nagaland animal husbandry and veterinary services department, in collaboration with the Nagaland Livestock Development Board (NLDB), launched the 4thround of the foot and mouth disease (FMD) vaccination mission in the state under the National Animal Disease Control Programme at the Nagaland Livestock Development Board headquarters in Kohima on Wednesday. The []
Nagaland BJP, Cong condemn proposed Gau Dhwaj Yatra in Kohima
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Sept 11: After the ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party and the Naga Peoples Front, the Nagaland unit of BJP and the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) on Tuesday opposed and condemned the proposed Gau Dhwaj Sthapna Bharat Yatra scheduled in Kohima on September 28. The state BJP clarified that it has nothing []
Nagaland: Permission denied for proposed Gau Dhwaj Sthapana Bharat Yatra in Kohima
The Nagaland cabinet has denied permission for the Gau Dhwaj Sthapana Bharat Yatra in Kohima, citing public order concerns. The decision was influenced by opposition from civil society organizations and political parties, as well as Article 371A, which protects Naga religious and social practices. The Yatra aimed to promote a nationwide ban on cow slaughter.
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.
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By Mohit Sharma A reduction of 40 per cent in PM 10 pollutants has been witnessed in 21 cities, including Varanasi, as per the latest environment ministry data. Particulate Matter (PM 10), a major air pollutant, are particles with a diameter of 10 micrometres or less which are small enough to pass through the throat and nose and enter the lungs and can cause various illnesses. While reviewing the Clean Air Action Plans being implemented in 131 cities, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said that 21 cities have shown a 40 per cent reduction in PM 10 levels as compared to 2017-18 and 51 cities have achieved 20 per cent reduction in the proliferation of harmful pollutant into the air. Major causes of PM 10 are dust from unsealed roads, smoke from fires, sea salt, vehicular exhausts, pollution from industries, incomplete combustion, cooking and chemical reactions in the atmosphere. According to the data, the cities that performed better and achieved 40 per cent reduction include Varanasi, Dehradun, Dhanbad, Firozabad, Moradabad, Kohima, Kanpur, Greater Mumbai, Rishikesh, Kadapa etc. The cities that fared worst in terms of achieving the targets include Meerut, Hubli-Dharwad, Ujjain, Nagpur, Madurai, Chennai, Ludhiana, Pune etc. that saw recorded an improvement up to only 10 percent in the PM 10 levels. In Delhi, where the annual concentrations of PM10 have increased significantly over the last two decades making the national capital the second-most polluted capital city in the world, the reduction in PM 10 levels was between 10 to 20 per cent as per the data revealed by the Centre. Other cities that fall in this category include Thane, Howrah, Jhansi, Devanagree, Patiala, Jaipur, Alwar, Latur etc. This comes a week after the Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai in a letter to the presidents of Delhi units of the BJP and Congress, requested for positive suggestions to help reduce the citys pollution for incorporation into the Winter Action Plan. Rai cited a report of the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) and claimed that only 31 per cent of the pollution in the capital is caused locally while the rest comes from NCR, referring to stubble burning in neighbouring Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. Air pollution in Delhi, especially in the months of October-November, has long been a point of contention between the Aam Aadmi Party-led Delhi government and the opposition parties, especially the BJP. Yadav who chaired the 4th meeting of the Apex Committee of National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) on the occasion of Swachh Vayu Diwas (International Day of Clean Air for blue skies) on Sunday said that a performance-based grant of Rs. 19,612 crore has been allocated to 131 cities for implementation of city action plans from 2019-20 to 2025-26. Out of this, Rs. 11,211 crore has been provided so far to achieve the targets of 40 reduction and National Ambient Air Quality Standards by 2025-26. The minister also highlighted the creation of 3776 hectares of Nagar Van/Vatikas under Nagar Van Yojana in 64 cities. He also commended the extensive tree plantation drives conducted in 131 cities under Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam, a global campaign launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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.
PAC resolute to solve Naga political issue
KOHIMA, Sept 6: Resolution of the long-standing Naga political issue is the top priority of the state government, and public consultative meetings will be held to deliberate on the way forward for an early solution, an official said on Friday. The Political Affairs Committee (PAC) of Nagaland, comprising legislators and parliamentarians of the state, had []
Nagaland governor lauds St. Josephs College
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Sept 6: Nagaland Governor La Ganesan on Friday lauded St. Josephs College (Autonomous) Jakhama in Kohima district on being accredited with Grade A again by the National Accreditation and Assessment Council (NAAC) a few days back. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the management, faculty, []
Naga students ask state govt to implement Inner Line Permit in 3 districts within 14 days
Kohima: The Naga Students' Federation (NSF) has asked the state government to implement an 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 that any delay in enforcing ILP would be seen as a failure to protect the Naga people and an abdication of the government's duty. Reiterating that the Naga homeland must be safeguarded from illegal immigration at all costs, the NSF asserted to continue to monitor the situation closely and that it is prepared to take up any course of action if the government fails to implement ILP in the three districts. 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. According to this Regulation, anyone who is not an indigenous inhabitant of Nagaland must obtain an Inner Line Permit (ILP) from the Government of Nagaland to enter the state for a limited period. ILP was not applicable for the 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.
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
6 killed in landslide on NH-29
DIMAPUR, Sept 4: At least six persons were killed after a massive mudslide struck Dimapur-Kohima NH-29 at Pherima in the Chumoukedima district of Nagaland late Tuesday night following incessant rain. According to sources, the deceased included five males and a female. The State Disaster Response Force, along with other government machinery, is continuing search and []
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.
National Highway-29 cut off as heavy rain pounds Nagaland
The massive landslide on the national highway has cut off the link to the States capital Kohima, officials said.
Nagaland govt imposes ban on single-use plastic products from Aug 1
Kohima: The Nagaland government imposed a complete ban on single-use plastic products in the state with effect from August 1, an official release said on Friday. The move comes following a meeting over the issue with officials concerned and with a view to eradicating the serious environmental and ecological challenges posed by rampant use of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Speaking at the graduation day ceremony of Oriental College, Kohima, Nagaland Governor Ganesan emphasised that education should serve not just personal success but also societal betterment. As the graduates received their certificates, Ganesan praised their academic achievements and the commitment they have shown. He expressed optimism that their positive contributions would help India achieve its development goals by 2047.
NSF urges Nagaland government to implement ILP in Dimapur, end backdoor appointments
The NSF made the appeal through a representation to Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio during their meeting at the latters office in Kohima, on July 9.
Naga body suspends public emergency in six Nagaland districts to facilitate talks with Centre
Kohima, July 9: The Eastern Nagaland Peoples Organisation (ENPO) temporarily suspended its public emergency in the six districts of eastern Nagaland as part of the measures to foster mutual understanding and peaceful resolution regarding the creation of Frontier Nagaland Territory (FNT) by the Centre. Influential Naga body ENPO Secretary W. Manwang Konyak on Tuesday said [] The post Naga body suspends public emergency in six Nagaland districts to facilitate talks with Centre appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Manipur: Huge cache of arms and ammunition recovered in Imphal
Kohima: In a joint operation the Indian Army and Manipur Police recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition during search operations conducted in Manipurs Imphal East district on Sunday, officials said. Based on specific information of the presence of arms and ammunition in fringe areas of Imphal East district of Manipur, a joint team Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Nagaland: Army commemorates Capt N Kenguruse memorial day on 25th anniversary of his supreme sacrifice during Kargil war On the 25th anniversary of the supreme sacrifice of Capt. N Kenguruse of the Indian Army, a ceremony was held at the Kenguruse War Memorial in his native village, Phezha, in the Kohima district of Nagaland on Friday. During the Kargil War (1999), Capt. N Kenguruse made the supreme sacrifice, laying down his life in the line of duty while leading an operation in the most inhospitable and inclement weather conditions. For his valour, he was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra (second-highest gallantry award), posthumously. The Governor of Nagaland, La Ganesan, was the chief guest for the event. During the event, the proud parents of the Hero of Nagaland were felicitated by the Governor of Nagaland. The event was attended by a large number of service personnel, Ex-Servicemen and villagers. During the event, the Governor and Lieutenant General Harjinder Singh Sahi, UYSM, AVSM, YSM, SM General Officer Commanding Spear Corps paid homage to the memorial by laying a wreath at the memorial. The Governor also ignited the torch of Amar Jyoti at the War Memorial and felicitated the parents of Captain N Kenguruse, MVC (P). Speaking on the occasion, the governor said, Today, we stand united in our respect and admiration for Captain Kenguruse. His actions during the Kargil War exemplify the courage and patriotism of the people of Nagaland. We are proud of his legacy and will ensure that it continues to inspire future generations. Ex-servicemen, local residents and children attending the event pledged themselves for rededication to the values of service and courage embodied by Captain N Kenguruse. Captain Kenguruse Memorial Day serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by our armed forces in defence of the nation. As we honour the memory of Captain N Kengueuse, MVC, (P), his actions during the Kargil War stand as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Indian soldier, the army said in a press release. The bravery and sacrifice of Captain N Kenguruse continue to inspire, lighting the path for future generations with the flame of patriotism. (ANI)
Nagaland Breaks Poll Hiatus: Historic Civic Elections See 82% Turnout
Nagaland Breaks Poll Hiatus: Historic Civic Elections See 82% Turnout Nagaland marked a significant political event on Saturday as votes were counted in the state's first civic elections in two decades, according to an official from the State Election Commission. The tallying process for 24 urban local bodies, including three municipalities and 21 town councils across 10 districts, began at 8 am in 16 designated centers. The ruling NDPP secured a win in Chiephobozou Town Council, Kohima, with candidates elected unopposed in all nine wards. Voter turnout hit nearly 82%, with over 2.23 lakh electors casting their votes on June 26. This election was notable for introducing 33% reservation for women, a first in Nagaland's history. The previous civic polls were conducted in 2004. Repeated election announcements in past years were stalled due to objections from tribal and civil society organizations against women's reservations and land and property taxes. Overall, 523 candidates from 11 political parties contested the elections, while 64 nominees were elected unopposed. Major parties in the fray included the NDPP, BJP, Congress, and Naga Peoples Front, among others. Despite the state having 39 town councils, no elections were held in 14 urban local bodies across six districts in eastern Nagaland. Tribal bodies' boycott led by the Eastern Nagaland Peoples Organisation (ENPO) resulted in the region's candidates withdrawing their nominations.
Amid vote boycott call, historic Nagaland civic polls record over 80 pc turnout
Kohima, June 26 (IANS) Amid the vote boycott call given by the influential Eastern Nagaland Peoples Organisation (ENPO), over 80 per cent of the 2.76 lakh voters exercised their franchise to decide the fates of 523 candidates in three municipal councils and 36 town councils in Nagaland on Wednesday. The 523 candidates include 198 women []
Congress stages protests in several NE states against NEET and UGC-NET exams irregularities
Imphal/Agartala/Kohima, June 21 (IANS) The Congress staged protests in several northeastern states on Friday over alleged irregularities in the NEET and UGC-NET, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and action against the guilty. In Tripura, hundreds of Congress workers led by Congress Working Committee member Sudip Roy Barman and state President Asish []
Civic bodies poll in Nagaland after 20 years, 2.76 lakh voters to decide fate of 523 candidates
Kohima, June 20 (IANS) Over 2.76 lakh voters would decide the fate of 523 candidates in the June 26 elections to three municipal councils and 36 town councils in Nagaland in civic polls being held after a gap of 20 years, officials said on Thursday. State Election Commissioner (SEC) T. John Longkumer said that 670 []
While visiting the Kohima War Cemetery in Nagaland, Taran wonders whether war is necessary.
Elect only indigenous Nagas in local body polls, Naga student body appeals to people
Kohima, June 14 (IANS) The Naga Students Federation (NSF) on Thursday appealed to the people of Nagaland to elect Nagas by blood and not by adoption in the June 26 elections to urban local bodies (ULBs) in the state. NSF Vice President Mteisuding said that electing non-Nagas to local governance would pose a significant risk []
669 candidates, including 238 women, file nominations for Nagaland civic polls
Kohima, June 12 (IANS) As many as 669 candidates, including 238 women, have filed their nominations for the much-expected urban local body (ULB) elections in Nagaland to be held on June 26, officials said on Wednesday. After more than 20 years, elections for the three municipal councils and 36 town councils will be held in []
The Assam Regiment led by Lt. Col. W.F. Bruno Brown bravely fought the invading Japanese troops in the Battle of Kohima in 1944
To mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Kohima, Charlotte Carty replicated the 39-hour journey of her grandfather and his men from the 1stBattalion, Assam Regiment as they escaped from advancing Japanese forces
Govt to secure future on agriculture, allied sectors: LG Sinha
Srinagar, June 5: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today inaugurated key infrastructure projects and launched new academic programmes of SKUAST Kashmir. The projects inaugurated by the Lt Governor included Shalimar Convention Centre, Kohimaran Hostel and Discovery Building. In his address, the Lt Governor reiterated the commitment of the UT Administration to secure the future of 70% [] The post Govt to secure future on agriculture, allied sectors: LG Sinha appeared first on Northlines .
JAMMU, June 5: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today inaugurated key infrastructure projects and launched new academic programmes of SKUAST Kashmir. The projects inaugurated by the Lt Governor included Shalimar Convention Centre, Kohimaran Hostel and Discovery Building. In his address, the Lt Governor reiterated the commitment of the UT Administration to secure the future of 70% [] The post LG Manoj Sinha Vows to Secure Future of Rural India: 70% of Population Dependent on Agriculture to Receive Government Support appeared first on Northlines .
SRINAGAR, June 5: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today inaugurated key infrastructure projects and launched new academic programmes of SKUAST Kashmir. The projects inaugurated by the Lt Governor included Shalimar Convention Centre, Kohimaran Hostel and Discovery Building. Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp In his address, the Lt Governor reiterated the commitment of the UT Administration to secure the future of 70% population dependent on agriculture and allied sectors. He said the new Discovery Building will provide facilities of [] The post We Are Committed To Secure The Future Of 70% Population Dependent On Agriculture And Allied Sectors: LG Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress candidate leading over ruling NDPP nominee in Nagaland
Kohima, June 4 (IANS) The Congress is leading in Nagalands sole Lok Sabha seat against the ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) candidate by a margin of 19,016 votes. S. Supongmeren Jamir, who is also the state Congress chief, was ahead against NDPPs Chumben Murry, the consensus candidate of the Peoples Democratic Alliance (PDA). Independent []
