Nagaland: New logistics training centre inaugurated in Dimapur, to train 400 youth annually
Dimapur: Nagalands Deputy Chief Minister TR Zeliang on Friday inaugurated a Centre of Logistics Training for Excellence (COLTE) at Kushiabil in Dimapur, with the facility set to train around 400 unemployed youth from Nagaland and the Northeast every year. The centre, the third COLTE established in the country by the Redington Foundation, is a joint [] The post Nagaland: New logistics training centre inaugurated in Dimapur, to train 400 youth annually appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland Leaders Meet Home Minister Amit Shah to Discuss State Issues
Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio and Deputy CM Yanthungo Patton meet Amit Shah to discuss development and state priorities. Nagaland Leaders Meet Home Minister Amit Shah to Discuss State Issues
Indradhanush Gas Grid clocks Rs 632 crore capex in FY26, project progress reaches 88.6%
Indradhanush Gas Grid Limited incurred Rs 632 crore in capital expenditure during FY26, taking cumulative spending to Rs 6,878 crore, as physical progress on the Northeast Gas Grid reached 88.63%. The company also moved into commercial operations, commissioned key pipelines and supplied natural gas to Nagaland through the national grid.
Nagaland Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister met Union Home Minister Amit Shah. They discussed state development priorities and the welfare of the people. The Nagaland Assembly also urged the Centre to withdraw the Protected Area Permit regime. This permit restricts foreign national entry into designated areas of the state. Withdrawal is sought for tourism and economic engagement opportunities.
Nagaland CM Rio and Dy CM Patton meet HM Amit Shah, discuss state affairs
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Kohima, Sep 11 (IANS) Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton on Friday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi and discussed various issues concerning the state, officials said. After the meeting, the Chief Minister, in a post on X, said: We met the Home Minister Shah to request his intervention and support in fast-tracking Nagalands developmental aspirations. Grateful for his continued guidance and support towards Nagalands progress and development, Rio said. Taking to social media platform X, Deputy CM Patton wrote: Met with Honble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah Ji today in New Delhi, along with Honble Chief Minister Dr Neiphiu Rio. We had a meaningful discussion on matters concerning Nagaland, including the states development priorities and the welfare and aspirations of our people. Grateful to the Honble Union Home Minister for his time and continued attention towards Nagaland. Meanwhile, the Nagaland Legislative Assembly last week unanimously adopted a government resolution urging the Centre to urgently review and withdraw the Protected Area Permit (PAP) regime currently applicable to the state and restore the earlier relaxation. During the 9th session of the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly unanimously accepted a resolution urging the Central government to urgently review and withdraw the PAP regime presently applicable to Nagaland and restore the relaxation that had earlier been in operation. The resolution, moved by Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton, who also holds the Home and Border Affairs portfolios, and unanimously adopted by the House, highlighted Nagalands peaceful environment and its growing potential for tourism, culture, investment, entrepreneurship and international engagement. The House noted that tourism, along with the service and creative sectors, has emerged as an important source of employment and livelihood, particularly for the youth. The Assembly also noted that civil society organisations, tribal bodies, tourism stakeholders, entrepreneurs and other sections of Naga society have repeatedly expressed their desire for the withdrawal or relaxation of the PAP regime. The PAP, imposed in Nagaland, Manipur and Mizoram, under the Foreigners (Protected Areas) Order, 1958, regulates and restricts the entry of foreign nationals into designated areas.
Jungle Book Studio has boarded international sales for Angh, the debut feature by Nagaland filmmaker Theja Rio, which is set to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The studio also unveiled the films official poster ahead of its global launch. Set in the remote hills of Nagaland during the early 1960s, Angh tells... The post Nagaland Filmmaker Theja Rios Angh To Make World Premiere At TIFF first appeared on Northeast Today .
Tezpur University students seek Centre's intervention, demand probe report to be made public
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 11 (IANS) Students and research scholars of Tezpur University have sought the intervention of the Union Ministry of Education over the alleged delay in making public the findings of a statutory enquiry into the affairs of the central university, officials said on Friday. The students have urged the university Registrar to forward their representation to the Secretary of the Ministry of Education and the Additional Secretary, Department of Higher Education, seeking a transparent and time-bound resolution of the matter. The representation relates to a statutory enquiry constituted under Section 9 of the Tezpur University Act, 1993, and includes concerns relating to the tenure of former Vice-Chancellor Prof Shambhu Nath Singh, whom the students have described as absconding. According to the representation, the enquiry committee was constituted on December 31, 2025, and was required to submit its report by March 31, 2026. The students said the committee has completed its proceedings and submitted its report, but its findings and any consequential decisions have not yet been made public. The students have also flagged a range of unresolved issues concerning the university, including student welfare, shortage of funds, prolonged administrative uncertainty and the delay in conducting the convocation for the 2025 graduating batch. They have questioned whether the prolonged delay in resolving these issues amounts to retaliation against stakeholders who had raised allegations of corruption. The students have demanded disclosure of the enquiry findings, clarity on action taken against the former Vice-Chancellor, fixing of responsibility wherever wrongdoing is established, release of pending funds and resolution of the delayed convocation. They have also sought a written acknowledgement and response from the Union Ministry of Education. The students warned that failure to provide meaningful communication could lead to an escalation of their protest, including a complete shutdown of university functioning. They further said stakeholders could make public documents and evidence submitted before various fact-finding and enquiry committees if their concerns remain unaddressed. The representation also referred to a Citizens Convention held in Guwahati in December 2025, where stakeholders had discussed the possibility of constituting an independent public enquiry committee comprising educationists, RTI activists, human rights defenders, retired university faculty and retired High Court judges. The students said their demands were aimed at restoring transparency, institutional accountability and trust in the university administration. The statutory enquiry was essentially triggered by the prolonged crisis at Tezpur University and allegations against then Vice-Chancellor Prof Shambhu Nath Singh, including alleged financial and administrative irregularities, administrative breakdown, academic concerns and his prolonged absence from the campus. Student and faculty protests had intensified from September 2025, eventually leading the Centre to intervene. The Ministry of Education constituted a three-member enquiry panel on December 31, 2025, while directing Singh to proceed on leave and recuse himself from all duties until the enquiry was completed. The panel, headed by Manipur University VC Prof N. Lokendra Singh, with Nagaland University VC Prof Jagadish Kumar Patnaik and UGC Secretary Prof Manish R. Joshi as members, was tasked with examining all matters pertaining to the ongoing situation at the university, including allegations against the VC. This followed an earlier fact-finding exercise ordered by the Assam Governor, who is the university's Chancellor, in October 2025.
Nagaland: Governor calls for outcome-based approach to government schemes
Dimapur: Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav on Thursday asked all departments to shift from a scheme-based approach to an outcome-based approach. At a high-level meeting at Mokokchung DCs office during his visit to the district, Yadav reviewed the important developmental schemes and projects being implemented by different government departments in the district. He also had [] The post Nagaland: Governor calls for outcome-based approach to government schemes appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland Targets 18,000 Youth For Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2027
Kohima, September 11: Nagaland has set a target of enrolling around 18,000 young people for the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2027 as the State government intensifies efforts to boost youth participation in the national programme. Open to young people aged 15 to 29, the programme aims to provide a platform for participants to... The post Nagaland Targets 18,000 Youth For Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2027 first appeared on Northeast Today .
The hills of the Northeast have always been governed by community, not by files and signatures in distant offices. For tribal communities in Meghalaya, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur and Assam, land is not just property. It is identity, livelihood, culture and memory. Any attempt to weaken the role of village institutions in deciding what [] The post Consent Diluted first appeared on Highland Post .
Rohenkumar and O Suresh win CRPF organised Badminton title
Rohenkumar and O Suresh sealed the top honours in the Badminton Tournament organised by Dett 32 Bn CRPF at NHPC Indoor Stadium under the aegis of the Manipur and Nagaland Sector CRPF and in collaboration with Sports Authority of India H Rohenkumar and O Suresh were feted with a cash prize of Rs 10,000 as the pair of H Swamikumar and O Aimson, who finished second and the pair of Kh Romesh and T Anil, who finished third were feted with Rs 6,000 and Rs 4,000 respectively Source The Sangai Express
SC, ST patients in Nagaland to get medical aid up to Rs 3.5 lakh
Mizoram: Drugs, contraband worth Rs 14.77 crore seized; 5 Myanmar nationals among 6 held
Digital Desk | Aizawl, Sep 10 (IANS) The Mizoram Police, in a series of operations, have seized highly addictive methamphetamine tablets, heroin and other contraband worth Rs 14.77 crore and arrested six drug peddlers, including five Myanmar nationals, officials said on Thursday. A senior police official said that a special team of police conducted random checks at Kualmawi in the Keifang area of Saitual district and recovered and seized 12.746 kg of methamphetamine tablets, with an estimated value of approximately Rs 10.20 crore. The drugs were recovered from the possession of Chinzalian (26) and Thiankhatmuanga (27), both residents of Rangoon in Myanmar. In another operation, a Mizoram Police team, while conducting random checking at Chalbawia Junction, Khankawn Police Checkgate, recovered and seized 994 grams of methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 79.52 lakh from the possession of a passenger travelling in a Maxi cab. The accused was identified as Hrang Thawm Hnim (39), a resident of Sathmuhzung in neighbouring Myanmar. In the third operation, a police team in Champhai district, while on duty at Chalbawia Junction, Khankawn Police Checkgate, recovered and seized 141 grams of heroin with an approximate local market value of Rs 28.20 lakh from the possession of two male passengers travelling in a vehicle proceeding from Zokhawthar towards Aizawl. The accused were identified as Awngminnine (19) and Bawithawng (18), both residents of Myanmar. In another operation, police in Kolasib district, while on duty at Phaisen Police Checkgate, intercepted a Mahindra Scorpio travelling from Aizawl towards Karimganj in southern Assam. Upon inspection of the vehicle, 3.910 kg of methamphetamine tablets, valued at Rs 3.2 crore, were recovered and seized. In connection with the seizure, Guljar Hussain (23), a resident of Karimganj district, was arrested. In the fifth operation, police in Champhai district, while on duty at Chalbawia Junction, Khankawn Police Checkgate, recovered and seized 3,360 kg (42 bags) of dry areca nuts (Burmese betel nuts) worth Rs 30 lakh from a truck. No valid trade licence, transportation permit or any other documentation was available for the seized items, which are strongly suspected to have been smuggled from Myanmar. Police said that the drugs were smuggled from Myanmar, as six Mizoram districts -- Champhai, Siaha, Lawngtlai, Hnahthial, Saitual and Serchhip -- share a 510-km-long border with the neighbouring country's Chin State. Police officials suspect that the methamphetamine tablets, which are banned in India, were smuggled from Myanmar, which shares a 1,643-km-long international border with four Northeastern states -- Arunachal Pradesh (520 km), Manipur (398 km), Nagaland (215 km) and Mizoram (510 km). Substantial stretches of the international border remain unfenced, making the region vulnerable to cross-border trafficking of drugs, particularly heroin and methamphetamine tablets. Mizoram and Manipur have emerged as major drug-trafficking corridors in the Northeast due to their long and porous international borders with Myanmar and their proximity to the Golden Triangle, one of the world's major illicit narcotics-producing regions.
Nagaland: SC/ST patients eligible for medical aid up to Rs 3.5 lakh
Dimapur: SC/ST patients in Nagaland will get medical aid up to Rs 3.5 lakh under the revised Dr. Ambedkar Medical Aid Scheme for 2026. The Dr. Ambedkar Foundation, under the Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, has revised the scheme for 2026, providing enhanced medical assistance to eligible SC and ST patients with serious [] The post Nagaland: SC/ST patients eligible for medical aid up to Rs 3.5 lakh appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland Government Steps Up Use Of Digital Systems For Pension Services
The Nagaland Government is expanding the use of digital systems for pension services by enrolling government pensioners on Jeevan Pramaan, the Digital Life Certificate system. The Directorate of Treasuries and Accounts has directed all Treasury Officers to facilitate enrolment, allowing pensioners to complete life verification from a place of convenience without visiting treasury offices for... The post Nagaland Government Steps Up Use Of Digital Systems For Pension Services first appeared on Northeast Today .
Nagaland: Landslide Damages NH-202 Near New Tsaru, Heavy Vehicles Restricted
Kohima, September 10: A landslide triggered by heavy rainfall has severely damaged a stretch of National Highway-202 (NH-202) near New Tsaru Village in Tuensang district, prompting authorities to restrict vehicular movement along the affected section. With immediate effect, the movement of all heavy vehicles and loaded commercial vehicles has been restricted in view of the... The post Nagaland: Landslide Damages NH-202 Near New Tsaru, Heavy Vehicles Restricted first appeared on Northeast Today .
Mizoram Judicial Officer Helen Dawngliani Elevated As Additional Judge of Gauhati High Court
The Centre has approved the elevation of Mizoram Judicial Service officer Helen Dawngliani as an additional judge of the Gauhati High Court, officials confirmed on Wednesday. The appointment notification was issued a day earlier, following the Supreme Court Collegiums recommendation on August 18, which also included Nagaland-based advocate Nchumbemo Mozhui. Dawngliani becomes the second Mizo... The post Mizoram Judicial Officer Helen Dawngliani Elevated As Additional Judge of Gauhati High Court first appeared on Northeast Today .
Nagaland: 62-Year-Old Man Arrested For Allegedly Duping Job Seeker Of
A 62-year-old man has been arrested in Dimapur, Nagaland, for allegedly duping a job seeker with false promises of overseas employment. Police said Tarun Lachmandas Ramnani was taken into custody following a case registered at the Dimapur East police station. According to officials, Ramnani assured the victim of a job opportunity in Luxembourg and collected... The post Nagaland: 62-Year-Old Man Arrested For Allegedly Duping Job Seeker Of 1.5 Lakh first appeared on Northeast Today .
Indian Football League 2026-27 season set to begin on October 30, says AIFF
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Tuesday said that the 2026-27 Indian Football League (IFL) season will commence on October 30, after meeting with representatives of all 11 participating clubs. The meeting reviewed the 2025-26 season, noting that viewership figures and overall broadcast performance were hugely encouraging, surging to four times higher than the 2024-25 campaign. As part of regulatory updates for the upcoming season, the Council approved a rule permitting a maximum of three foreign players on the pitch at a time during matches. The league's footprint will also expand with the inclusion of Nagaland and Odisha as new venues. Additionally, the IFL Charter, proposed budget, and sponsorship packages for the new season came under detailed discussion. AIFF Deputy Secretary General M Satyanarayan described the gathering as a very cordial meeting. Last season, despite being a truncated campaign, the league generated a lot of interest, and the viewership figures w
Why not dialogue with J&K people when Centre talked to Nagaland, Punjab: Iltija Mufti
Kupwara, Sep 8:Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) youth leader Iltija Mufti questioned Centres approach towards the people of Jammu and Kashmir, saying when New Delhi has talked to the people of Nagaland and Punjab in the past then why not with the people of Jammu and Kashmir. If the central government has talked with the people of Nagaland and Punjab, then why this double standard with regard to the people of Jammu and Kashmir? she asked. Speaking to reporters after a youth interaction programme at Town Hall Kupwara on Monday, Mufti said the Government of India should adopt the same approach towards Jammu and Kashmir as it had done in Nagaland and Punjab. She said the first step towards creating a conducive atmosphere should be the release of all political prisoners from Jammu and Kashmir on compassionate grounds. Lakhs of people are languishing in jails, not only in the jails of Jammu and Kashmir but also in jails outside. Most of these inmates are from marginalised families who cannot even afford litigation, she said. Iltija alleged that PDP was not being allowed to raise its voice against the abrogation of Article 370 and Article 35A. Whenever PDP raises its voice against the abrogation of Article 370 and 35A, we are not being allowed to do so, she said. While slamming Omar Abdullah-led government Iltija said that the present dispensation has miserably failed to live up to the expectations of youth. The government jobs are now being outsourced, causing disappointment among job aspirants, she said. She said that NC government has failed to fulfil promises mentioned in their manifesto, including 200 free units of electricity, 12 free gas cylinders and one lakh jobs.
Indian Football League 2026-27 to begin on October 30
New Delhi, Sep 8: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Tuesday said that the 2026-27 Indian Football League (IFL) season will commence on October 30, after meeting with representatives of all 11 participating clubs. The meeting reviewed the 2025-26 season, noting that viewership figures and overall broadcast performance were hugely encouraging, surging to four times higher than the 2024-25 campaign. As part of regulatory updates for the upcoming season, the Council approved a rule permitting a maximum of three foreign players on the pitch at a time during matches. The league's footprint will also expand with the inclusion of Nagaland and Odisha as new venues. Additionally, the IFL Charter, proposed budget, and sponsorship packages for the new season came under detailed discussion. AIFF Deputy Secretary General M Satyanarayan described the gathering as a very cordial meeting.
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IFL 2026-27 Season Set To Kick Off With New Rules
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has announced that the 2026-27 Indian Football League (IFL) season will begin on October 30. Following a successful 2025-26 season with significantly increased viewership, the upcoming season will feature new regulations, including a limit of three foreign players on the pitch, and an expanded footprint with new venues in Nagaland and Odisha. Discussions also covered the IFL Charter, budget, and broadcast partnerships.
AI-powered system tracks Mithun behaviour at Nagaland farm, could aid health and breeding
Guwahati: Cameras and artificial intelligence are being trained to keep a round-the-clock watch on Mithun (Bos frontalis), the iconic Cattle of the Hills, in a research effort that could change how the animals are monitored, bred and cared for. Researchers at the ICAR-National Research Centre on Mithun have developed an AI-powered system that can detect [] The post AI-powered system tracks Mithun behaviour at Nagaland farm, could aid health and breeding appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Nagaland empowering youth with drone technology
Centre extends ceasefire with NSCN-K (Niki) faction for another year, aiming for peace in Nagaland
The Centre and the Niki faction of NSCN-K have extended their ceasefire agreement for another year. This significant accord was officially signed by representatives from both the ceasefire supervisory board and the Home Ministry. The primary objective of this renewed agreement is to foster lasting peace within Nagaland. Both parties have committed to adhering to mutually agreed-upon ground rules for the ceasefire.
Nagaland Embraces Drone Tech For Development
Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav has advocated for increased use of technology, especially drones and geospatial systems, to enhance governance and create employment opportunities for the state's youth. During his visit to the Nagaland GIS and Remote Sensing Centre and Drone Centre of Excellence, he highlighted the broad applications of drone technology and the importance of skill development. The centre is actively training youth in various drone-related courses, aiming to meet the demand for drone pilots in the Northeast.
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.
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Kashmir heritage films feature in IFFJK 2026 line-up
Srinagar, Sep 4: Three short documentaries from renowned filmmaker and screenwriter Bharatbalas Virtual Bharat series have been selected for screening at the International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026, scheduled to be held from September 7 to 10 across Srinagar, Jammu and Gulmarg. Naqsh-e-Daur: The Story of Ghulam Nabi Dar and Taleem have been selected for the J&K Select Competition Section, while Kunemechi: A Home Carved in Ancestry will be screened in the Non-Competition Section. Naqsh-e-Daur tells the story of Srinagar-based master craftsman Ghulam Nabi Dar, who has spent six decades carving Kashmirs history into walnut wood. Trained under Noor Din Tikoo, Dar has preserved traditional chinar motifs and Quranic calligraphy despite industrialisation and conflict. The documentary also highlights his efforts to mentor young artisans and pass the centuries-old craft to the next generation. Taleem explores Kashmirs traditional carpet-weaving heritage and the centuries-old oral tradition that guides artisans in creating intricate silk and wool carpets. The film captures the various stages of carpet production, from spinning and dyeing to weaving and finishing, highlighting the skill, teamwork and cultural significance associated with the craft. Kunemechi: A Home Carved in Ancestry, set in Dimapur, Nagaland, follows Phesao, who builds a house by hand while blending inherited Naga woodcarving traditions with formal training from the JJ School of Arts. The film portrays his efforts to preserve traditional construction practices and pass the craft on to his children. The IFFJK 2026, organised by the Jammu & Kashmir governments Department of Information and Public Relations, is being billed as the Union Territorys first international film festival. The festival received more than 1,100 entries from over 50 countries, of which 135 films from 41 countries have been shortlisted for screening. A five-member international jury comprising cinematographer-director Santosh Sivan, Oscar- and BAFTA-winning sound designer Resul Pookutty, German film curator Dorothee Wenner, media entrepreneur Keiko Bang and National Award-winning filmmaker-educator Himansu Sekhar Khatua will assess films across the international, national and J&K-focused competition sections. Screenings will be held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) and INOX Multiplex in Srinagar, Movie Time Cinemas in Jammu, and the Gulmarg Convention Centre. The festival will also feature an Emerging Filmmakers Contest aimed at promoting local talent and encouraging filmmaking, cultural exchange and film tourism in Jammu and Kashmir. Virtual Bharat is a short documentary series created by filmmaker Bharatbala and launched on August 15, 2019. The project aims to document Indias untold stories, traditions, art, folklore and the lives of people from different communities across the country.
Nagaland deputy chief minister outlines response to border clashes with Assam
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Nagaland assembly passes new FNTA Bill
Nagaland Holds Report On Vande Mataram Order Amid Student Body Protest
The Committee held sittings on March 18, May 18 and June 24 to deliberate upon the matter and adopted its report, which was proposed to be laid before the House during the ongoing session.
Nagaland assembly passes revised Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Bill 2026
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Nagaland Assembly Unanimously Urges Centre to Withdraw PAP Regime
The continuation of the PAP regime had created impediments to international tourism, investment, business engagement, cultural exchange and international partnerships in the state, it said.
Nagaland app for job services of construction workers launched
Nagaland records over 29K hectare rubber plantation
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
This GI-Tagged Chilli Is So Hot, Nagaland Minister Temjen Imna Along Says You Will 'Always Lose'
Nagaland Minister Temjen Imna Along warns about the fiery Raja Mircha chilli at the 4th Organic Naga King Chilli Festival.
In Manipur, IAS Officer Armstrong Pame Raised
After government funding failed to materialise, Armstrong Pame mobilised 40 lakh and community support to build a 100-km road connecting remote Manipur with Assam and Nagaland.
Naga students march to Assembly over singing of Vande Mataram
Kohima: The Naga Students Federation on Tuesday, September 1, marched to the Nagaland Legislative Assembly, demanding a resolution against the singing of Vande Mataram at official events, saying the protest was not intended to insult the nation but was prompted by the song being against our faith. On the first day of the Monsoon session 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 .
Draft voter lists see over 6 crore deletions so far in SIR third phase
The third phase was carried out in 16 States and 3 Union Territories. Draft rolls of all these States have been published, except for Nagaland and Tripura
Nagaland University Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Nagaland University Recruitment 2026 for posts of Guest Faculty. Candidates with B.Tech/B.E with M.Tech/PhD Can Apply Online. The last date to apply online is 08-09-2026. The candidate shall apply online through Nagaland University official website.
Inner Line Permit must protect Nagaland
Dimapur (Nagaland), Aug 30 (IANS) Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has said that the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system should not remain merely a regulatory mechanism but evolve into an effective instrument to protect the states identity, land, culture and indigenous rights while promoting development and economic opportunities. Addressing a national seminar on the Bengal []
Constitute InnerLine Regulation Commission: NSF to Nagaland govt
Centre to hold ministerial-level talks on Naga peace issue: Nagaland CM Rio
Union Home Minister Amit Shah agreed to have ministers engage with Naga political groups. This decision was communicated to the negotiating groups currently involved in talks. AK Mishra, Advisor to the Ministry of Home Affairs, has held several discussions with various Naga factions.
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 []
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Nagaland University Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 - Walkin
Nagaland University has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Project Associate I post. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview on 01-09-2026 at the designated venue. The detailed notification is available on the official website, Nagaland University.
AI-Powered Maveli Brings New Twist To Onam
Mahabali has returned to Keralam for Onam - this time with an AI-powered twist. ����A humanoid robot dressed as Maveli is drawing crowds at Kochis Forum Mall, bringing together the traditional spirit of Onam and cutting-edge technology. Developed by Chinese robotics firm Unitree Robotics, the robot has been greeting visitors and becoming a social media attraction.The video was shared by Temjen Imna Along, Tourism & Higher Education Minister, Nagaland.
Gone In Seconds: Nagaland Government Building Collapses Due To Landslide
No loss of life has been reported, as the building was already vacated.
Gauhati High Court issues notices to Assam, Nagaland in petition on flood damage
The court has set November 3 as the deadline for the two governments and other authorities concerned to submit detailed affidavits in response to a PIL plea by Congress leader Debabrata Saikia
NIT Nagaland Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Junior Research Fellow, Project Associate Posts
National Institute of Technology Nagaland (NIT Nagaland) Recruitment 2026 for 3 posts of Junior Research Fellow, Project Associate. Candidates with M.E./M.Tech, B.E./B.Tech Can Apply Online. The last date to apply online is 31-08-2026. The candidate shall apply online through NIT Nagaland official website nitnagaland.ac.in.
Ministry Of Highways Permits Nagaland To Use State Law For National Highway 202 Land Acquisition
Sivasagar MLA blames three BJP legislators for Assam flood crisis
Raijor Dal president Akhil Gogoi says the trio is part of a syndicate that controls coal and stone mining along the Assam-Nagaland border
Centre allows Nagaland to proceed with land acquisition for NH-202 widening
The Union government approved Nagaland's use of its 1965 law for land acquisition. This decision clears a major hurdle for widening National Highway-202. Discussions also covered proposed upgrades for NH-329A, NH-702A, and the Foothill Road. The Detailed Project Report for NH-202 was accepted with modifications. This upgrade will significantly improve connectivity for three key districts.
FLOOD-RESCUED ELEPHANT JOYMOTI AIRLIFTED TO VANTARA FOR SPECIALISED HOSPITAL CARE
53-year-old elephant rescued from floodwaters in Assam to receive specialised treatment for multiple chronic and severe injuries Jamnagar, Gujarat: Joymoti, a 53-year-old female elephant rescued from the devastating floods in Nagaland and Assam in July, is being airlifted to Vantara, Jamnagar, for immediate and specialised veterinary treatment. Joymoti was swept away by floodwaters in Nagaland []
A 53-year-old female elephant was airlifted to Vantara's facility in Gujarat's Jamnagar for immediate and specialised veterinary treatment after being rescued from the devastating floods in Nagaland and Assam in July. The elephant, Joymoti, was swept...
Nagaland inks deal for first private-sector solar plant
The 20 MW solar power project at Tizit is expected to help the State reduce its energy imports
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
Interstate bus services resume between Manipur, Assam, Nagaland
The resumption of this service is an important step towards restoring normal life and strengthening connectivity. One of the travellers, Kiyam Kumarjit Singh from Thoubal district, expressed his thankfulness to the state government and said that this new journey should usher in love, peace, and harmony among all communities, and help people move beyond what had happened in the past.
Elephant Joymoti Rescued From Nagaland Flood, Airlifted to Vantara
Joymoti was swept away by floodwaters in Nagaland during the second week of July and was subsequently rescued by local communities with the assistance of government agencies.
Nagaland Public Service Commission Announces Stenographer Recruitment for 2026
The Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) has announced a recruitment drive for 27 Stenographer Grade-III positions. Eligible candidates can apply online from August 21 to September 2, 2026. The selected candidates will receive a competitive salary ranging from 28,700 to 91,300. The application process includes a nominal examination fee and specific eligibility criteria, including a Bachelor's degree and shorthand qualifications. For more details on how to apply and the important dates, read the full article.
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NPSC Stenographer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 27 Posts
The Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 27 Stenographer. Candidates with Any Graduate Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 21-08-2026, and closes on 02-09-2026. The candidate shall apply online through NPSC website, npsc.nagaland.gov.in/.
Nagaland School Launches Vaccination Drive Against Meningococcal Meningitis
Kolkata, August 18: The Eastern Command of the Indian Armys Spear Corps conducted a special vaccination campaign at the Punglwa Military School in Nagaland on Monday. This initiative aimed to immunize against meningococcal meningitis. During the campaign, a dedicated medical team vaccinated 678 students and staff members. The process included medical examinations, consultations, and post-vaccination ... Read more Nagaland School Launches Vaccination Drive Against Meningococcal Meningitis
3 Ex-Chief Ministers, 18 MPs, 10 Women: BJP's Power-Packed Team For 2029
A special focus has been placed on the northeast. Three leaders from the area - one each from Tripura, Assam and Nagaland -- have found space in the team.
VP CP Radhakrishnan pays tribute to former Governor Ganesan in Chennai
Ganesan served as Governor of Manipur from 2021, Governor of West Bengal as additional charge from July to November 2022, and Governor of Nagaland from February 2023
A 5-year-old from Nagaland just moved the state up Anand Mahindra's travel list
A yearold from Nagaland just moved the state up Anand Mahindras travel list
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 church body opposesVande Mataram singing
The Nagaland Baptist Church Council says patriotism should arise from a shared love for the nation rather than compulsion
Nagaland Baptist Church Council opposes compulsory Vande Mataram singing
The Nagaland Baptist Church Council opposes making Vande Mataram singing compulsory. Students' federation also asked institutions to avoid the full national song. They believe the complete version conflicts with the country's secular principles. The council respects national symbols but emphasizes freedom of conscience and identity. They urge sensitivity and dialogue over coercion for national unity.
Eye Verification Turns Into a Hilarious Struggle for Naga Man, Video Leaves Internet in Splits
A hilarious video shared by Nagaland minister Temjen Imna Along shows a Naga man struggling with eye verification as the camera fails to detect his eyes.
Temjen Imna Along shares hilarious KYC eye-scan struggle
Nagaland minister Temjen Imna Along shared a video of a Naga man struggling to complete an eye scan during KYC verification. As the scan repeatedly failed, people around him tried holding his eyelids open to help the system recognise his eyes, leaving social media users amused.
Nagaland churches body opposes compulsory 'Vande Mataram'
The Nagaland Baptist Church Council has voiced strong opposition to any directive making the singing of 'Vande Mataram' compulsory, especially for Christians. They argue that patriotism should not be reduced to forced conformity and that India's constitutional values of liberty, pluralism, and freedom of conscience must be respected. The council also called for dialogue and sensitivity from state institutions.
A trending clip captures a Nagaland minister hilariously battling a biometric eye scan, with assistants forced to hold his eyelids open for identification. This amusing moment underscores the flaws in facial recognition technology, particularly for people with diverse features. As biometric verification becomes more widespread in digital services, this incident reminds us of the ongoing challenges related to technology's accessibility.
Nagaland University Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 - Walkin
Nagaland University has announced the Recruitment 2026 notification for 2 Project Associate-I posts. The application process will be conducted through a walk-in interview on 19 August 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website,nagalanduniversity.ac.in.
Struggle Is Real: Nagaland Minister Shares Video Of Northeast Man's KYC Troubles
Nagaland minister Temjen Imna Along is an active social media user and regularly shares funny videos on his X and other social media handles.
Mizoram, Nagaland CMs welcome Centres move sending FCRA Bill to JPC
The Assam Christian Forum also appreciated the decision to refer the Amendment Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee
Nagaland University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Nagaland University has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Assistant Professor post. The application process will be conducted up to 29 August 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the prescribed email application process.
Assam Floods: No Reports of Cloudbursts, 71 Families Receive Relief Funds
New Delhi, August 13: The central government clarified on Wednesday that there were no incidents of cloudbursts during the floods in Assam in July 2026. The floods were attributed to continuous rainfall in Assam, as well as in neighboring states Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Home Minister Nityanand Rai provided this clarification in a written response ... Read more Assam Floods: No Reports of Cloudbursts, 71 Families Receive Relief Funds
Nagaland CM urges Shah to reconsider FCRA amendments, seeks parliamentary panel review
Such a process would help address genuine concerns, remove apprehensions and build public confidence while protecting transparency, accountability and national interest, said Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio
Nagaland CM urges HM Shah to reconsider FCRA amendments, seeks review
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio wrote to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, urging him to reconsider the proposed amendments to the FCRA, and stated that the changes in the legislation could lead to a burden on churches and Christian charitable organisations and affect educational, healthcare and social welfare programmes in the state. Rio proposed that the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act amendments be referred to a parliamentary committee for comprehensive examination, with representatives of stakeholders concerned given an opportunity to present their views. Such a process, he said, would help address genuine concerns, remove apprehensions and build public confidence while protecting transparency, accountability and national interest. The move would demonstrate the inclusive and positive approach of the NDA government and reaffirm India's commitment to constitutional values, secular ethos and respect for the rights and contributions of all communities, the chief minister .
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
Most people across Assams flood-prone districts know what to expect during six rainy months in a year, but the residents of Sivasagar and Charaideo, two historically safer districts along the Assam-Nagaland border, were not prepared for what hit them following a spell of heavy rainfall from July 18 to 22. The scale of devastation that occurred at an unprecedented speed has increased the challenge of recovering from the shock, with 99 dead and 7.21 lakh people affected, reportsRahul Karmakar
Army Jawan from Nellore Goes Missing While Returning Home
Ravi was working in the sanitation department in Tengnoupal district of Manipur. According to reports, he last spoke to his wife on July 19 near Dimapur Railway Station in Nagaland while he was on his way home for the holidays.
Naga Tribe Moves Gauhati High Court Over Sumi-Language Bible
The high court has issued notices to the Union government, the Nagaland government, the Bible Society of India (BSI) and other respondents, directing them to file their responses.
Collaboration, not blame game, needed to tackle floods, says Nagaland Minister
There are allegations that illegal mining activities in Nagaland contributed to the devastating floods in parts of Assam, claiming 95 lives so far
Tragedy Strikes Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh: Leaders Express Condolences and Call for Support
New Delhi, August 6: Leaders of the Indian National Congress, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and party president Mallikarjun Kharge, have expressed their deep sorrow over the devastating landslides and floods in Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh. Rahul Gandhi took to social media platform X to convey his condolences. He stated, I am deeply saddened by ... Read more Tragedy Strikes Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh: Leaders Express Condolences and Call for Support
