Axis Bank inaugurates 61st branch in J&K at Lal Bazar
Axis Bank on Monday inaugurated its new branch at Lal Bazar in Srinagar, taking its total number of branches in Jammu and Kashmir to 61. The branch was inaugurated by Shailendra Kumar, IAS, Financial Commissioner (Additional Chief Secretary) and Head of the Finance Department, in the presence of Reynold DSouza, Group Head, Branch Banking and TASC Business; Sheikh Gowhar, Cluster Head; Adil Shah and Syed Majid, Branch Head. The inauguration ceremony was attended by customers and residents from the branchs catchment area. The new branch will provide a range of banking and financial services, including cash credit and term loan facilities, consumer loans, gold loans, credit cards, business loans and other retail and business banking solutions. The bank said the new branch is part of its ongoing expansion across J&K, with a focus on strengthening its presence in key locations and providing accessible banking services to individuals, entrepreneurs and businesses. The Lal Bazar branch is expected to cater to the growing financial requirements of customers in the area and surrounding localities, while supporting local businesses, entrepreneurship and financial inclusion. The inauguration also coincides with Axis Banks Sparsh Week, a nationwide customer-connect initiative being observed from September 7 to 14. During the week, senior officials and leadership teams of the bank are visiting cities and locations across the country to meet customers, understand their evolving financial requirements and strengthen customer relationships. As part of the initiative, Axis Bank plans to connect with around 2.5 lakh customers across the country, covering locations from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and Kutch to Kohima. The bank said the initiative reflects its focus on strengthening customer relationships and providing more personalised and customer-centric banking solutions.
Nagaland: Drone Centre of Excellence expands training to empower youth in UAV technology
Dimapur: The Drone Centre of Excellence in Kohima has selected 70 candidates under the Nagaland Skill and Entrepreneurship Development Mission for training in various drone-related courses, while 72 trainees have already completed drone training under it, empowering Nagalands youth with drone technology. The initiative seeks to equip young people with advanced technological skills while promoting [] The post Nagaland: Drone Centre of Excellence expands training to empower youth in UAV technology appeared first on NorthEast Now .
63rd Indo-Naga ceasefire day commemorated as Nagaland Peace Day in Mokokchung
Kohima, Sep 6 (IANS) The 63rd Indo-Naga Ceasefire Day was commemorated as Nagaland Peace Day on Sunday at the historic Peace Talk Camp at Yimyu Hilltop, Khensa, in Nagalands Mokokchung district, where the 1964 Indo-Naga bilateral ceasefire was facilitated by the Peace Mission of the Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC). The commemoration was held at the site associated with the historic ceasefire declaration of September 6, 1964, which was facilitated by the Peace Mission comprising B.P. Chaliha, Rev. Michael Scott and Jayaprakash Narayan. Before the formal programme, the Covenant Stone (Azungashi Long) was inaugurated and dedicated. The formal programme, chaired by Dr Tsuknunglenla, Associate Professor at Clark Theological College, commenced with a dedicatory prayer by Rev. Dr Akok Amer. According to the commemoration note, the Peace Talk Camp at Khensa is regarded as a covenant (Azungashi). On September 6, 1964, at the request of the Federal Government of Nagaland, four descendants of the Leubaza clan of Khensa village -- Mapukaba, Merenmayang, Temsunungba and Pangertoshi -- gifted their clan heritage land at Yimyu Tenem (Hilltop) to the Naga nation to continue the vision of the 1964 ceasefire. Though the land had been gifted verbally decades ago, the arrangement was formally recorded in writing following two meetings involving the descendants of Pangertoshi Leubaza, the Federal Government and the Khensa Village Council. Copies of the document were handed over to the descendants, the Federal Government President and the Khensa Village Council. Addressing the gathering on The Indo-Naga Position, Takuyaba Longkumer, Central Executive Committee member of the Naga National Council (NNC), said the Nagas were not seeking independence as a new demand, asserting that they had already declared independence on August 14, 1947. He cited the Naga Voluntary Plebiscite conducted on March 16, 1951, in which, according to the NNC, 99.9 per cent of voters supported independence. He also referred to the 1964 ceasefire as a significant milestone in the Naga political movement. Longkumer alleged that the Naga people had suffered immensely during the decades of conflict and military operations preceding the ceasefire. He said the ceasefire was facilitated through the initiative of the NBCC Peace Mission with the objective of creating a conducive atmosphere for a lasting peace settlement. He further said that the Federal Government of Nagaland and the NNC continued to uphold the 1964 ceasefire agreement, while maintaining their position on Naga sovereignty. Referring to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, 2007, he said the principle of self-determination remained central to the Naga political position. Kezha Angami, Kedahge of the Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN), in his address on The Naga Vision, recalled the role of the Peace Mission and NBCC leaders in facilitating the 1964 ceasefire and subsequent rounds of peace talks at Chedema and Khensa. He reiterated the 13-point terms of the ceasefire issued by the Federal Government in August 1964, stressing the cessation of hostilities, lasting peace and the creation of an atmosphere free from tension. The programme also featured a special session remembering the 1965 Indo-Naga Peace Talk at Khensa by Rev. P. Longri Longchar, who had composed and taught the Naga Freedom Song more than six decades ago. The Yimyu Ward Executive Committee presented the historic song Naga Njiso Ken, which was sung by Khensa students during the Indo-Naga Peace Talk held at the village in 1965. The programme also included a statement on the land gifted by Pangertoshi Leubaza, greetings from Khensa Village Council Chairman I. Alemmeren Longchar, a message in song by Eastern Nagaland Churches Mokokchung and a prayer of intercession by Rev. I. Wathy Imchen. The main message, titled Church, History and the Indo-Naga 1964 Ceasefire: Taking the Vision Forward, was delivered by Dr Villo Naleo, Secretary, Social Concern, NBCC. The organisers appealed for the historic significance of September 6 to be further commemorated, with churches under the NBCC umbrella encouraged to observe the day as Peace/Ceasefire Day from next year onwards.
Nagaland Honours 12 Teachers At State-Level Teachers
Kohima, September 5: Twelve teachers from across Nagaland were honoured at the State-Level Teachers Day celebration held in Kohima, recognising their contributions to the education sector. The State Teachers Awards were presented to Vika S Sumi, GT, Government High School Sitimi, Kiphire; Albert Tungoe, GT Maths, GHS Forest Colony, Kohima; Mhasikholie Sach, GT Science, TMGHSS... The post Nagaland Honours 12 Teachers At State-Level Teachers Day Celebration In Kohima first appeared on Northeast Today .
Deputy CM Y. Patton Hails Unanimous Passage Of Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Bill, 2026
Kohima, September 5: Nagaland Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton has welcomed the unanimous passage of the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Bill, 2026, by the Nagaland Legislative Assembly. Patton, who moved the Bill in the Assembly, described its passage as an important step towards fulfilling the aspirations of the people of Eastern Nagaland through an agreed... The post Deputy CM Y. Patton Hails Unanimous Passage Of Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Bill, 2026 first appeared on Northeast Today .
Nagaland Achieves 95.7% Literacy, Ranks Third Nationwide
kohima, Sep 5: Nagaland has risen to become the third most literate state in India, recording a literacy rate of 95.7 per cent, Advisor for School Education and SCERT, Dr. Kekhrielhoulie Yhome announced during the state-level Teachers Day celebration in Kohima. Speaking at the event, Yhome emphasized the pivotal role of educators in achieving this... The post Nagaland Achieves 95.7% Literacy, Ranks Third Nationwide first appeared on Northeast Today .
Nagaland Government Forms SIT To Probe Alleged Multiple Salary Drawals
Kohima, Sept 4: The Nagaland Government has constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe alleged fraudulent drawal of multiple salaries by government employees, including cases involving salary and life pension, Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton informed the State Assembly. Patton, who also holds the Home portfolio, was responding to a starred question raised by... The post Nagaland Government Forms SIT To Probe Alleged Multiple Salary Drawals first appeared on Northeast Today .
Assam-Nagaland Border Situation Under Control, Says Dy CM Y Patton
Kohima, Sept 4: Nagaland Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton on Thursday said the Assam-Nagaland border situation is currently under control, while the state government is closely monitoring developments and strengthening coordination with Assam following confrontations reported on August 25 and 26. Responding to a query from Advisor Achumbemo Kikon, Patton said a Border Level Peace... The post Assam-Nagaland Border Situation Under Control, Says Dy CM Y Patton first appeared on Northeast Today .
CM Neiphiu Rio Says FNTA Aims To Bridge Development Gaps In Eastern Nagaland
Kohima, Sept 4: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio said the proposed Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) is aimed at addressing longstanding developmental gaps in the states six eastern districts and ensuring equitable development across Nagaland. Speaking during the discussion on the FNTA Bill, 2026, Rio said the Authority would cover Tuensang, Mon, Longleng, Kiphire, Noklak... The post CM Neiphiu Rio Says FNTA Aims To Bridge Development Gaps In Eastern Nagaland first appeared on Northeast Today .
Nagaland Assembly Passes FNTA Bill For Six Eastern Districts
Kohima, Sept 4: The Nagaland Legislative Assembly on Thursday passed the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) Bill, 2026, paving the way for the creation of a self-governing authority for six eastern districts of the state. The proposed authority will cover Mon, Tuensang, Longleng, Kiphire, Noklak and Shamator. In his concluding remarks, Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio... The post Nagaland Assembly Passes FNTA Bill For Six Eastern Districts first appeared on Northeast Today .
FNTA authority will help bridge development gaps in backward Eastern Nagaland: CM Rio
FNTA authority will help bridge development gaps in backward Eastern Nagaland: CM Rio Kohima: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Thursday said the proposed authority under the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) Bill, 2026, would help bridge developmental gaps in the eastern region of the state and ensure accelerated, inclusive and equitable growth. In his [] The post FNTA authority will help bridge development gaps in backward Eastern Nagaland: CM Rio appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
HYBE India expands talent hunt initiative to eight more cities
The South Korean entertainment giant, which recently opened its India branch, will extend its on-ground search to Lucknow, Dimapur, Kohima, Shillong, Jaipur, Indore, Goa and Kochi following a strong response to the first round of auditions.
Nagaland Government Introduces Revised Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Bill 2026
Kohima, September 2: The Nagaland government presented the revised Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) Bill, 2026, on Tuesday. This bill proposes the establishment of a regional authority comprising 62 members with legislative, executive, administrative, and financial powers over 46 subjects in six districts of Eastern Nagaland. Deputy Chief Minister Y. Patton introduced the bill during ... Read more Nagaland Government Introduces Revised Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Bill 2026
Nagaland Government Plans to Address Teacher Shortage and Student Disparity in Schools
Kohima, September 2: The Nagaland government has expressed concern over the shortage of teachers in government schools and the uneven distribution of educators and students across various districts. Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and Education Minister Temjen Imna Along emphasized the need to reorganize schools based on actual enrollment figures and to redeploy teachers accordingly. In ... Read more Nagaland Government Plans to Address Teacher Shortage and Student Disparity in Schools
Kohima, Aug 28 (IANS) Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Friday said that technology can help the mountainous state overcome geographical constraints and connect its young talent with national and global opportunities without requiring them to leave the state, in line with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Inaugurating the two-day Tech X Gaming Expo []
Kohima task force launches child labour rescue drive
ECI Secretary Urges Nagaland Officials to Accelerate Voter List Revision
Kohima, August 22: Binod Kumar, Secretary of the Election Commission of India (ECI), urged election officials in Nagaland on Friday to expedite the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list. This initiative aims to improve mapping percentages and ensure accurate updates to voter data. Kumar held several meetings with election officials from Kohima, ... Read more ECI Secretary Urges Nagaland Officials to Accelerate Voter List Revision
Nagaland Government Committed to Resolving Long-standing Naga Political Issue: CM Rio
Kohima, August 16: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio reaffirmed the state governments commitment to finding a swift, honorable, and acceptable resolution to the long-standing Naga political issue. Speaking after hoisting the national flag at the Nagaland Civil Secretariat, he emphasized the need to strengthen law and order and tackle the growing threats of drug abuse ... Read more Nagaland Government Committed to Resolving Long-standing Naga Political Issue: CM Rio
Nagaland and Mizoram Chief Ministers Demand JPC Inquiry into Proposed FCRA Amendment Bill
Kohima, August 10: The Chief Minister of Nagaland, Neiphiu Rio, has made a special request to Union Home Minister Amit Shah. He urged that the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 undergo a thorough investigation by a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC). Rio emphasized the need for extensive parliamentary scrutiny and consultations with relevant stakeholders ... Read more Nagaland and Mizoram Chief Ministers Demand JPC Inquiry into Proposed FCRA Amendment Bill
Central Government Stands Firm with Nagaland Amid Flood Crisis: JP Nadda
Kohima, August 5: Central Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda assured on Wednesday that the central government is firmly standing with the Nagaland state government to address the situation arising from floods and landslides. He stated that the government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is working in continuous coordination with the state to ... Read more Central Government Stands Firm with Nagaland Amid Flood Crisis: JP Nadda
Tragic Landslide in Nagaland Claims Lives of Two Brothers, Mother Injured
Kohima, July 30: A devastating landslide in Nagaland has resulted in the tragic deaths of two brothers, while their mother sustained injuries. This incident occurred early Wednesday morning in the Upper Penli Ward of Mokokchung, as a section of a hill collapsed onto their rented home amid heavy monsoon rains. According to officials from the ... Read more Tragic Landslide in Nagaland Claims Lives of Two Brothers, Mother Injured
Indian Air Force Launches Major Rescue Operation in Nagaland Amidst Landslides
Kohima, July 29: The Indian Air Force has initiated a large-scale rescue operation in Nagaland due to heavy rainfall and landslides affecting the region. On Tuesday, the Air Force, in coordination with the state government, successfully evacuated over 100 stranded citizens and delivered essential relief supplies to remote areas. According to officials, the Air Forces ... Read more Indian Air Force Launches Major Rescue Operation in Nagaland Amidst Landslides
Congress Faces Major Setback in Nagaland as Mokokchung Leaders Resign en Masse
Kohima, July 22: The Congress party has suffered a significant political blow in Nagaland. Leaders from the Mokokchung district, including members of the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC), District Congress Committee (DCC), Youth Congress, and Womens Congress, have collectively resigned from all party positions and their primary membership. In their resignation letters addressed to the ... Read more Congress Faces Major Setback in Nagaland as Mokokchung Leaders Resign en Masse
Nagaland Governor Expresses Concern Over Womens Safety, Directs DGP for Strict Action
Kohima, June 20: Nagaland Governor Nand Kishor Yadav has expressed serious concern regarding the rising sexual crimes against women, particularly minors, in the state. During a review meeting held on Saturday, he instructed the Director General of Police (DGP) Rupin Sharma to assess law and order and ensure strict and effective action against such incidents. ... Read more Nagaland Governor Expresses Concern Over Womens Safety, Directs DGP for Strict Action
Nagaland Completes Preparations for 2027 Census, Over 6,100 Personnel Trained
Kohima, June 18: Preparations for the 2027 Census in Nagaland have been finalized. Officials announced on Wednesday that 6,134 census personnel, including enumerators and supervisors, have been trained to ensure an accurate and inclusive survey of every household in the hilly state. The Census Operations Director for Nagaland stated that a total of 6,134 personnel ... Read more Nagaland Completes Preparations for 2027 Census, Over 6,100 Personnel Trained
Nagalands Capital to Get Rail Connectivity by December 2029: NFR Reports
Kohima, June 15: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has informed Nagaland Governor Nand Kishor Yadav that work is progressing rapidly on the 78.42-kilometer Dimapur-Kohima railway project. This project aims to connect the state capital to the national railway network by December 2029. During a project review, NFR officials updated the governor on the advancements made ... Read more Nagalands Capital to Get Rail Connectivity by December 2029: NFR Reports
Nagaland Implements Strict Measures Against African Swine Fever to Protect Pig Farmers
Kohima, May 24: Following the outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) in several regions, the Nagaland government has intensified monitoring and preventive measures. This decision comes after a similar situation in Mizoram, as reported by officials on Saturday. A senior official from the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services (AHVS) department stated that local administrations in ... Read more Nagaland Implements Strict Measures Against African Swine Fever to Protect Pig Farmers
Exciting Job Opportunities at Nagaland University: 13 Positions Including Deputy Registrar Announced
Kohima, May 22: For those aspiring to work in government universities, good news has emerged. Nagaland University has officially announced recruitment for various non-teaching positions, including Deputy Registrar, with a total of 13 vacancies. The available positions at Nagaland University include Finance Officer (5-year term), Internal Audit Officer (5-year term), Deputy Registrar, Assistant Librarian, Nursing ... Read more Exciting Job Opportunities at Nagaland University: 13 Positions Including Deputy Registrar Announced
Jitan Ram Manjhi Emphasizes Effective Implementation of MSME Schemes During Nagaland Visit
Kohima, May 20: Union Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Jitan Ram Manjhi, stressed the importance of effectively implementing MSME-related schemes during his two-day visit to Nagaland. He urged officials to work collectively for the welfare of the people and economic development. On Wednesday, Manjhi held a review meeting with various department officials ... Read more Jitan Ram Manjhi Emphasizes Effective Implementation of MSME Schemes During Nagaland Visit
