Massive Landslide in Nagaland Shuts Down NH-2, Stranding Traffic Between Nagaland-Manipur
HT DIGITAL KOHIMA, JUNE 2: Heavy rain over the last few days has led to a massive landslide adjacent to Kisama village in Nagaland, causing considerable subsidence of the road along National Highway-2 (NH-2), mere meters away from the Naga Heritage Village exit. The landslide has caused a huge section of the highway to cave []
Nagaland: Phesama road sinking shuts Kohima-Manipur highway
Dimapur: A massive road sinking on National Highway-2 (Kohima-Mao road) near Phesama in Kohima district completely closed the highway linking Nagaland with Manipur. The sinking occurred between Chainage KM 192.050 and KM 192.150 on the highway following torrential rains in the past few days. In a traffic advisory on Sunday, Kohima Deputy Commissioner B Henok [] The post Nagaland: Phesama road sinking shuts Kohima-Manipur highway appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Torrential rains trigger fatal landslides, chaos across Northeast
GUWAHATI: Torrential monsoon rains wreaked havoc across parts of the Northeast on Friday, claiming two lives and prompting multiple state governments to issue advisories, close educational institutions and activate emergency protocols. A retaining wall collapsed in the Thuampui locality of Mizorams capital Aizawl on Friday morning, killing one person and injuring another. The injured individual was admitted to a hospital. Locals said the rains disrupted vehicular traffic in the area. Mizoram has been experiencing continuous downpours over the past few days, forcing the state government to announce a temporary closure of all educational institutes. They remained shut on Thursday and Friday. In neighbouring Nagaland, a 25-year-old truck driver from Assam was killed when a rock fell on his vehicle on the Dimapur-Kohima road on Friday morning. In Assam, several localities in Guwahati were inundated, bringing normal life to a standstill. With the India Meteorological Department predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of the region on Friday and Saturday, several states issued precautionary advisories for the public. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) warned that continued rainfall could worsen waterlogging and increase the risk of tree falls and landslides in vulnerable areas. The city authorities are closely monitoring the situation and emergency response systems are being kept on alert. In view of the situation, ASDMA requests all the people of the state, especially Guwahati city dwellers, to take all necessary precautions and remain vigilant, the ASDMA said in its advisory. It urged commuters and long-distance travellers to avoid unnecessary movement during periods of intense rainfall. Residents living in low-lying and hillside areas were advised to stay alert for any signs of flooding or landslides. In a similar advisory, the Manipur government urged citizens to stay informed and keep updated with the latest weather forecasts and warnings issued by local, state, and national authorities. It further asked people to ignore rumours and remain calm. Reinforce old doors and windows and secure loose objects in your houses. Prepare an emergency kit with essential items such as non-perishable foods, water, torch lights, first aid supplies, medicines for safety and survival. Stay away from flood and landslide-prone areas, rivers, and streams, the advisory read.
Nagaland CM launches Skill and Entrepreneurship Development Mission
Dimapur: Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio officially launched the Nagaland Skill and Entrepreneurship Development Mission (NSEDM) at the chief ministers residential complex in Kohima on Thursday. Addressing the programme, Rio called the much-anticipated initiative a milestone in the governments efforts to empower the youth through skill development and employment opportunities. He said the NSEDM is [] The post Nagaland CM launches Skill and Entrepreneurship Development Mission appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Five Naga tribes launch protest over job reservation policy in Nagaland
Dimapur: Hundreds of people from five Naga tribes in Nagaland, under the banner of the 5 Tribes Committee on Review of Reservation Policy (CoRRP), on Thursday took out rallies, the first phase of their agitation, in five district headquarters of Dimapur, Kohima, Mokokchung, Tseminyu and Wokha in protest against the state governments alleged failure to [] The post Five Naga tribes launch protest over job reservation policy in Nagaland appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Water supply disruption in Kohima
HT Correspondent DIMAPUR, May 28: Residents of Kohima town are likely to face water supply disruptions for the next two to three days due to a major breakage of water mainline on Monday evening. The affected pipeline, which runs from the Jotsoma reserve forest area, burst as a result of aging infrastructure and increased water []
Earliest monsoon onset in Maharashtra in 35 years
The southwest monsoon arrived in Maharashtra on Sunday, making it the earliest onset of the annual rainfall season over the state in 35 years, according to the India Meteorological Department. The monsoon is expected to advance to Mumbai and some other parts over the next three days. The monsoon advanced into some more parts of the Arabian Sea, Karnataka, entire Goa, parts of Maharashtra, north Bay of Bengal, and parts of Mizoram, parts of Manipur and Nagaland on Sunday. The northern limit of monsoon passes through Devgad, Belagavi, Haveri, Mandya, Dharmapuri, Chennai, Aizawl and Kohima. Conditions are favorable for further advance into some more parts of central Arabian Sea, more parts of Maharashtra including Mumbai, Karnataka including Bengaluru, some parts of Andhra Pradesh, remaining parts of Tamil Nadu, more parts of west-central and North Bay of Bengal and some more parts of North Eastern states during next three days. The southwest monsoon hit Kerala on Saturday, marking its earliest arrival over the Indian mainland since 2009.
KOHIMA, MAY 22: Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio has asked all concerned departments to make an assessment of essential commodities across the districts before the monsoon season sets in. Rio pointed out that if there are any complaints from any village or towns on shortage of essential commodities, the matter has to be reported. He []
NSCPCR calls for closer coordination between police and child rights authorities
KOHIMA, May 22: Nagaland State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NSCPCR) chief Alun Hangsing on Thursday said that strengthening the partnership between law enforcement and child protection authorities is key to safeguarding the rights of vulnerable children. Hangsing was addressing a one-day sensitisation programme for police officers jointly organised by the District Executive Force []
Nagaland Government Seeks Six Weeks to Implement Customary Court Framework
HT Digital GUWAHATI, MAY 22: On Thursday, the Nagaland Government requested a six-week extension from the Gauhati High Court Kohima Bench (GHCKB) to complete the process of establishing Customary Courts and Subordinate District Customary Courts across the state. During the hearing, the Additional Advocate General presented a copy of the Rules for Administration of Justice []
Unidentified deceased body found near Mao Gate area: Kohima Police Nagaland Tribune
Unidentified deceased body found near Mao Gate area: Kohima PoliceNagaland Tribune
Union Minister Chouhan announces Rs 380 cr package for farmers welfare in Nagaland
Kohima, May 16: In a significant boost to Nagalands agricultural sector, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has announced a Rs 380-crore package for farmers welfare. Chouhan, the Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, made the announcement during the inauguration of the Administrative-cum-Academic Block and Farmers Fair at the College of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry at Jalukie in Peren district on Thursday, a government statement said. He urged the Nagaland government to draft a detailed agriculture development action plan to [] The post Union Minister Chouhan announces Rs 380 cr package for farmers welfare in Nagaland appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Naga Groups Reaffirm Inclusive Political Process, Call for Unity and Prayer
HT Digital KOHIMA, MAY 8: In a significant development aimed at fostering unity, the Naga Political Groups (NPGs), tribal apex bodies, and the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) have reiterated that no political or civil entity is excluded from the Naga political process. This resolution emerged from a two-day conclave held on May 5 and []
Watch: Nagaland Drivers Impress Internet By Maintaining Discipline On A Busy Road
A video from Kohima, the capital of Nagaland, shows us a perfect example of road discipline
No comment: Nagaland CM on One Nation One Election
Kohima: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Saturday while participating in a discussion in the state assembly on the One Nation One Election (ONOE) bill refused to make any comment on the issue. Rio, who is heading the opposition-less United Democratic Alliance (UDA) government, said that it would be improper to make any comment on 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 .
