Naga students push for 80% job quota at Nagaland University
Kohima: The Naga Students Federation (NSF) has called for reserving 80% of teaching and non-teaching positions at Nagaland University for indigenous Nagas, citing concerns over employment stability and adequate local representation at the institution. In a letter addressed to the Vice Chancellor, the NSF pointed out that non-indigenous staff members often serve brief tenures before [] The post Naga students push for 80% job quota at Nagaland University appeared first on NorthEast Now .
397 Nagaland villages not covered with mobile phone towers
Dimapur: A total of 397 villages in Nagaland are not covered with mobile phone towers. Commissioner and secretary, information and technology and communication, Mohammed Ali Shihab said this in Kohima on Thursday. He was speaking at the inaugural programme of the two-day training on online system of Right of Way portal for telecom infrastructure and [] The post 397 Nagaland villages not covered with mobile phone towers appeared first on NorthEast Now .
KOHIMA, Feb 19: A team from Pawan Hans arrived in Kohima recently to conduct inspections under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) UDAN. The assessment focuses on infrastructure and feasibility in five districtsTuensang, Mokokchung, Zunheboto, Kohima, and Phekselected under the first phase of the scheme. The initiative aims to enhance regional air connectivity, improving accessibility and []
Nagaland govt puts on hold transfer, posting of 1,650 school teachers
KOHIMA, Feb 19: The Nagaland government has put on hold the process of transfer and posting of 1,650 government school teachers across the state. Principal director of school education, Thavaseelan K, in a notification issued on Monday, said, In the interest of public service, the orders dated February 6 and February 10 are hereby kept []
Understanding of countrys diverse cultures necessary for national integration: Nagaland Governor
KOHIMA, Feb 18: Maintaining that India is a land of unparalleled beauty, rich traditions, and diverse cultures, Nagaland Governor La Ganesan on Tuesday called upon all to understand and appreciate each others differences for national integration. Ganesan was addressing a programme after the conclusion of the National Integration Tour (NIT) for 20 participants at the []
Integration tour ends in Kohima, guv calls for understanding differences
Nagaland govts move to transfer teachers hits hurdle
KOHIMA, Feb 16: Nagalands advisor for school education Kekhrielhoulie Yhome has said the ongoing process of transfers of teachers will continue despite opposition from various quarters. He, however, assured that exceptional cases would be handled with a sensitive approach. Earlier this month, the Nagaland Department of School Education ordered the transfer and posting of at []
HC asks Nagaland Pvt. hospitals to continue services under health insurance schemes
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Feb 15: The Kohima bench of Gauhati High Court directed the private hospitals in Nagaland to continue health services under Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMAY) and Chief Minister Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS) as an interim measure in the interest of public and to keep the health care system uninterrupted. []
HC bench asks Nagaland pvt hospitals to continue insurance schemes
Dimapur: The Kohima bench of Gauhati High Court directed the private hospitals in Nagaland to continue health services under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMAY) and Chief Minister Health Insurance Scheme (CMHIS). The HC asked for the continuation as an interim measure in the interest of the public and to keep the [] The post HC bench asks Nagaland pvt hospitals to continue insurance schemes appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland: Fresh Fire Erupts at Mt. Shho Despite Rainfall, Volunteers Battle to Contain Blaze
Kohima: A fresh blaze erupted at Mt. Shho (Shho Peak) on Friday morning, in spite of efforts to douse the fire which broke out on February 13 in the Kipfzha region under Kigwema village of Kohima district. Kigwema Youth Organisation (KYO) president Neiphrezo Thorie informed the press that the fire was thought to have been []
Nagaland: Forest fire in Kohimas Kigwema contained
Kohima: A massive forest fire that broke out in Kigwema village of Kohima, Nagaland was brought under control by coordinated efforts of local youth volunteers, farmers, and village authorities. According to Kigwema Village Council, the fire, which started around 10:30 am near Japf Christian College, spread rapidly towards Mt Shrho, fueled by strong winds and [] The post Nagaland: Forest fire in Kohimas Kigwema contained appeared first on NorthEast Now .
NPF urges govt to expedite Indo-Naga peace process
KOHIMA, Feb 13: The Naga Peoples Front (NPF) Central Office Bearers consultative meeting held at the partys central office in Kohima recently took several resolutions. One of the resolutions is to urge both the Government of India and the Naga national workers to expedite the Indo-Naga peace process and bring inclusive, acceptable and honourable solution.The []
Awareness workshop on Safer Internet Day
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, Feb 12: A state-level awareness workshop on Safer Internet Day on the global theme Together for a Better Internet was observed at the directorate of information technology and communication in Kohima on Tuesday. Commissioner and secretary, information technology and communication, Mohammed Ali Shihab, in his address, said the programme was aimed at []
YTC urges Nagaland Guv to intervene in Indo-Myanmar border fencing
Kohima: The Yimkhiung Tribal Council (YTC) has pleaded with the Nagaland Governor to intervene in the Indian governments decision to scrap the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and fence the Indo-Myanmar border. The council has termed this move an inhuman act that disregards the rights of the Yimkhiung people, who have traditionally lived and moved freely [] The post YTC urges Nagaland Guv to intervene in Indo-Myanmar border fencing appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Watershed Yatra launched in Nagaland
KOHIMA, Feb 6: Watershed Yatra was launched in Nagaland to promote sustainable land and water resource management. The yatra launched on Wednesday aims to promote scientific watershed management, improve water security, boost agricultural productivity, and create employment opportunities in rural areas, contributing to the overall development of Nagaland. It is a mass outreach campaign to []
DIMAPUR, Feb 3: The book entitled Medias Projection on Rani Gaidinliu & Her Memorabilia, Kohima- Nagaland published by M/s Kenz & Sons Co. was released by Neiba Ndang, former Speaker of Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) on January 31, in a solemn function held at Shalom Resort Gaili, Peren, Nagaland. The book was scripted by K []
Indian Army conducts dental camp at Kigwema
HT Bureau GUWAHATI, Feb 3: Indian Army organised a Dental Hygiene & Check-up Camp at Kigwema Village in Kohima district of Nagaland on May 3. The initiative was conducted as a part of Army Dental Corps Raising Day being observed annually on February 1. The camp aimed at promoting oral health awareness and providing essential []
Nagaland govt urges stakeholders to work for elimination of TB
KOHIMA, Jan 27: The Nagaland government on Monday urged all stakeholders to work for eliminating TB from the northeastern state.Nagaland Chief Secretary J Alam has urged all district commissioners to conduct review meetings, collaborate with local civil society organisations, church leaders and other influential community members to strategise on achieving the goals of TB elimination. []
Nagaland Congress protest against BJPs remark on Ambedkar
KOHIMA, Jan 27: The Congress in Nagaland on Monday staged a protest rally as part of the ongoing Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan Abhiyan aimed to honour Dr BR Ambedkar and uphold the values of the Indian Constitution. Addressing the protest, Member of Lok Sabha and Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) President, S Supongmeren []
Drugs worth Rs 35 crore destroyed in Nagaland
KOHIMA, Jan 25: Drugs worth over Rs 35 crore were destroyed by the Nagaland Police during two operations in Dimapur and Mon districts, officials said on Saturday. The destroyed drugs include brown sugar, heroin, crystal meth, Yaba tablets, cough syrup bottles and opium straw, they said.The District Drug Disposal Committee Dimapur (DDDCD) destroyed seized narcotics []
Nagaland govt hopeful of finding solution to Naga political issue in 2025
KOHIMA, Jan 24: The Nagaland government is keeping fingers crossed on finding a solution to the decades-old Naga political issue in 2025, a senior minister has said. Negotiations have been underway between the Centre and Naga groups over the matter. We are keeping our fingers crossed, senior minister and government spokesperson K G Kenye told []
Apex body of five major tribes in Nagaland opposes fencing of Indo-Myanmar border
KOHIMA: The Tenyimi Union Nagaland (TUN), an apex body of five major tribes in Nagaland, has opposed the Central government's decision to fence the Indo-Myanmar border, claiming that it will have a devastating impact on the Naga people, their livelihoods and their cultural ties. TUN is the apex body of five tribesAngami, Chakhesang, Pochury, Rengma and Zeliang. It claimed that the fencing of the Indo-Myanmar border will disrupt the economic lifelines, isolate communities, break vital connections, and restrict access to education and healthcare. The fence is not just a physical barrier, it is an assault on our identity, heritage, and dignity, said TUN president Kekhwengulo Lea in an statement issued on Wednesday. It urged the Central government to reconsider the decision to fence the Indo-Myanmar border, stressing the importance of safeguarding the ancestral lands and upholding the rights and dignity of the Naga people. The Free Movement Regime (FMR) introduced in the 1950s allowed limited cross-border travel, but successive regulations have since curtailed this, severely affecting the Naga communities' ability to maintain cross-border social, cultural, and economic ties, Lea said. The TUN has called on all Naga individuals, communities, and organizations to unite in opposition to the border fencing and to defend the Naga people's collective future from further division and fragmentation.
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.
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.
25th Hornbill Festival Kicks Off in Nagaland, With Japan as Country Partner
Kohima: The 25th edition of the renowned Hornbill Festival is set to begin on Sunday at the picturesque Kisama Heritage Village in Nagaland, offering a glimpse into the vibrant culture and rich traditions of the region. The festival, which spans over 10 days, celebrates the diverse culture of Nagaland and is named after the majestic hornbill bird, a symbol deeply embedded in the folklore of the Naga tribes. This year, Japan will join as the country partner for the event, bringing a unique international touch to the festival. The Japan delegation will participate in various activities, including cultural performances, workshops, and capacity-building sessions focused on handicrafts and bamboo products. Japanese master craftspersons and renowned musicians will also be featured. Veyielo Doulo, Director of Nagaland Tourism, said that last year's festival attracted 1.54 lakh visitors, including many foreign tourists. We are expecting double the number of visitors this year, both domestic and international, he added. The festival is known for offering a diverse array of experiences, including cultural exchanges, adventure sports, art displays, music, literature, and more. Celebrated as the Festival of Festivals, the Hornbill Festival brings together the various tribes of Nagaland, showcasing their colorful traditions through music, dance, and traditional attire. Since its inception in December 2000, the festival has become a major cultural event, held annually at Kisama Heritage Village, located just 12 km from Kohima. Nagaland is home to 17 distinct tribes, each with its own unique customs and celebrations. With a population of around two million people, the state is known for its rich cultural diversity, as nearly 87% of its population is tribal. The Hornbill Festival provides a platform for visitors to witness the state's vibrant traditions, including indigenous games, craft exhibitions, and traditional performances. Nagalands Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, who inaugurated new facilities at Kisama village earlier this week, emphasized the festivals global appeal. The Hornbill Festival has evolved into an international event, drawing visitors from around the world, he said. The new facilities are expected to enhance the experience for both local and international tourists. 30th Kolkata International Film Festival: A Cinematic Extravaganza Awaits
PMLA case: ED attaches fresh assets in India, Dubai including of Chinese linked entities
New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday said it has attached fresh assets in India and Dubai, including those belonging to some Chinese-linked shell companies, in its money laundering probe in the 'HPZ Token' case in which numerous investors were allegedly duped through an investment fraud. The properties are valued at Rs 106.20 crore, the federal agency said in a statement. It had attached assets in this case earlier too. The assets belong to various persons and companies, including Chinese-linked shell (paper companies) entities, which were found to be involved in duping investors for hundreds of crores of rupees on the pretext of doubling their investment through the app 'HPZ Token' and online gaming and betting websites, it said. A total of 299 entities, which includes 76 Chinese-controlled entities in which 10 directors are of Chinese origin while two entities are controlled by other foreign nationals, have been named as accused in the chargesheet filed by the ED in this case in March. The money laundering case stems from an FIR of the cyber crimes unit of Kohima Police that booked various accused under sections of the IPC, the IT Act for allegedly duping gullible investors by promising astronomical returns by mining Bitcoins and other cryptocurrencies. The police said a mobile phone application named 'HPZ Token' was used by the accused to cheat the investors. The agency said bank accounts and merchant IDs were opened by various shell entities having dummy directors for the purpose of layering the proceeds of crime. These funds were fraudulently received for illegal online gaming and betting and investment for Bitcoin mining, it claimed. For an investment of Rs 57,000, returns of Rs 4,000 per day for three months were promised but money was paid only once and thereafter fresh funds were sought by the accused from the investors, the ED had said. Country-wide searches were undertaken by the ED in this case leading to the seizure of immovable assets and deposits worth Rs 603 crore till now, including the fresh attachment.
Manipur: Intense search on for missing man, drones, tracker dogs deployed
Imphal: A massive search operation was underway by the Army for the man who went missing from the fringe areas of the Imphal Valley two days ago, a defence spokesperson said. Laishram Kamalbabu Singh, a native of Assam's Cachar district who lived in Khukrul in Imphal West, left home on Monday afternoon to report for work at the Leimakhong Military Station in Kangpokpi. He has been missing since then, officials said. He was a works supervisor for a contractor working with the Military Engineering Services (MES) in Leimakhong Military Station, the defence spokesperson said. After his family reported that Singh did not return home on the evening of November 25, the Army sprung into action, immediately activating all its resources, he said. CCTV feeds are being carefully scanned, his co-workers are being spoken to and intense search operation, including the tracker dogs, has been launched. Despite a thorough search of the areas, neither the individual nor his two-wheeler has been located, the Kohima-based spokesperson said. The combing operation has been further intensified, spreading across the military station and adjoining villages. Drones and other aerial platforms have also been integrated, he said. Army authorities have also interacted with the region's CSOs (civil society organisations) to trace the missing individual, he said, adding that the family has been assured of all efforts being undertaken for an early and safe return of Singh. The state police have also started an investigation, the spokesperson said. The incident led to tensions in the fringe areas of the Imphal Valley on Tuesday with hundreds of people from the Meitei community beginning a march to the military station to know Singh's whereabouts. However, they were stopped midway near Kanto Sabal to prevent an escalation of the situation. After being stopped, the mob blocked the road with rocks. Army has requested the Meitei CSOs to remove blockades for a free and swift movement of the armed forces and police, the defence official said. The protesters claimed it was likely that Singh was kidnapped by militants, and urged the state government to send additional forces for his rescue. The military camp of the Army's 57 Mountain Division is some 16 km from the state capital Imphal and is surrounded by the hills where the Kuki people live. Meiteis who lived near Leimakhong fled after the ethnic violence began in May last year, claiming over 250 lives so far.
Meghalaya gears up for table tennis cships in Kohima
By Our Reporter Shillong, Nov 26: Meghalaya is all set to showcase its table tennis prowess in the 3rd North East Circle Masters Table Tennis Championships, scheduled to take place in Kohima, Nagaland, from November 28 to 30, 2024. This prestigious tournament will see the regions top players from various states competing across multiple age []
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
