Nagaland

03 Jul

A digital platform is launched by the Agri Department to promote farming

Banasree Sarkar0 CommentsNagaland

The Central Command Centre, Directorate of Agriculture, Kohima, hosted a ceremony to formally inaugurate the Department of Agriculture, Nagaland's new digital infrastructure. Advisor of Agriculture Mhathung Yanthan, who was a special guest, commended the department's endeavours to establish a comprehensive digital platform. High-ranking authorities, including Agriculture Production Commissioner Wezope Kenye, were present at the launch event. Yanthan emphasized how the new system makes use of cutting-edge technology like GIS, remote sensing, mobile apps, and centralized servers. He claimed that the program will boost service delivery, raise farmer earnings, and improve farming methods. He urged field officers to deploy digital technologies…

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29 May

Officials from South Korea have selected Nagaland as a top location for investments

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State authorities and a South Korean delegation met at a high level, with Nagaland taking center stage as a possible investment hub. Held in Kohima and organized by the Department of Industries & Commerce, the summit aimed to improve relations in important areas such investment, commerce, technology sharing, and capacity building. Director P Tokugha Sema and Hekani Jakhalu, an MLA and department advisor, served as its leaders. The Korean Embassy's delegation in New Delhi was led by Lim. Discussions focused on agro-processing, handicrafts, handlooms, organic farming, and tourism—areas in which Nagaland has a natural edge. The developmental priorities of Nagaland…

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16 Apr

Kohima DC tightly prohibits forest fires, warns of legal action

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Kohima's Deputy Commissioner, B. Henok Buchem, has issued a strict directive in favor of a complete ban on jungle and forest burning in an effort to curb the increasing number of forest fire incidents in the district. The regulation is a component of a larger effort to control the rapidly increasing hazard posed by wildfires, which are caused by deliberate and careless fire-starting activities. The Deputy Commissioner emphasized that these fires have seriously endangered human lives and caused significant harm to public property and wildlife habitats. Uncontrolled wildfires not only destroy the environment but also endanger the lives of those…

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07 Mar

The Nagaland Assembly approves two significant bills

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The Nagaland Assembly approved two important laws Thursday during a historic legislative session that will strengthen urban planning and support the state's investment strategy. The Nagaland Town and Country Planning (Fourth Amendment) Bill, 2025, which was introduced by Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, will update town planning laws by including provisions for town planning schemes and peri-urban areas' service needs. CM Rio clarified the purpose of the measure, emphasizing the idea of combining land from several owners with their permission to build planned layouts that incorporate essential public facilities like roads, schools, and hospitals. He emphasized how crucial it is to…

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27 Feb

CM Rio underscored the importance of preserving and promoting Naga cultural heritage

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State chief minister Dr. Neiphiu Rio emphasized the importance of preserving and promoting Naga cultural heritage during the Sekrenyi-cum-Mini Hornbill Festival at Naga Heritage Village. He expressed gratitude for an honorary doctorate from North East Christian University and called for continued efforts to protect and nurture Naga traditions. Rio shared his experiences as a contractor and acknowledged constitutional safeguards provided by India, such as Article 371(A). The chief minister of the Naga tribes announced that all tribes have documented their customary laws and praised their forefathers' wisdom. He urged the present generation to uphold these values and leave a legacy…

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21 Feb

At age 101, former minister Kejong Chang dies

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Nayang Kejong Chang, a former minister and six-time MLA, died at the age of 101. His wife, sons, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren survive him. Kejong Chang was born in Hakchang village, Tuensang district, on May 7, 1923. He had a lengthy and illustrious career in public service. On June 6, 1949, he started working for the Tuensang Frontier Agency, which was a division of the North East Frontier Agency (NEFA), as an interpreter (Dobashi). Later, in 1957, he was appointed honorary captain of the newly established Village Guards Organization. Before retiring in June 1991, he served in the government for 42…

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18 Feb

A Nagaland forest project was awarded for improving forest ecosystems

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An award has been given to the Nagaland Forest Management Project (NFMP) for enhancing forest ecosystems and promoting revenue generation. Ango Konyak, the NFMP's deputy project director, and Wennyei Konyak, the Nagaland House's resident commissioner in New Delhi, accepted the SKOCH Award at a ceremony held at the 100th SKOCH summit. In order to improve livelihoods and restore Jhum regions, NFMP prioritizes sustainable forest conservation and village-specific interventions run by joint forest management committees. The project will benefit 22 forest ranges and involve 185 settlements in 11 districts of the state between 2017 and 2027. As part of its livelihood…

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14 Feb

Bhagat Stadium hosted a rally for veterans of the Assam Rifles and the Armed Forces

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A record 1,300 ex-servicemen from Nagaland and Assam participated in an ex-servicemen rally at Bhagat Stadium in Dimapur. The event, organized by headquarters Spear Corps, aimed to honor ex-servicemen, widows, and their families while addressing their welfare needs. Chief guest Lieutenant General Abhijit S. Pendharkar acknowledged the sacrifices and contributions of the ex-servicemen, emphasizing their continued role in society post-retirement. The senior Army officer emphasized the importance of Sainik School Punglwa in Nagaland and urged ex-servicemen to enroll their children, emphasizing scholarships. Chief Minister Rio expressed gratitude to the ex-servicemen and Veer Naris for their sacrifices and dedication to the…

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13 Feb

The third-largest railway station in Nagaland will be Molvom

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The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) successfully completed the first freight train trial run using Multi-Unit (MU) Locomotives on the Shokhuvi-Molvom segment of the Dhansiri-Zubza New Line Project in Nagaland. This is a significant turning point in the region's improved railway connectivity. At 6:00 PM, the train arrived at Molvom, marking the start of the 15.419-kilometer route, which should be completed and operational in the upcoming months. Molvom will become the third main railway station in Nagaland, after Shokhuvi and Dimapur, hence the trial run is important. By improving regional travel, this new rail link will give Nagaland improved access to…

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20 Jan

Tikhir and Khiamniungan tribes pledge peace in Eastern Nagaland 

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The Eastern Naga Peoples’ Organisation (ENPO) has reaffirmed its commitment to the December 18, 2019, declaration of Eastern Nagaland as a “peaceful zone” amidst the ongoing land dispute between the Tikhir and Khiamniungan tribes. In a joint statement issued by the Khiamniungan Tribal Council (KTC) President L. Ngon Khiamniungan, Tikhir Tribal Council (TTC) President P. Timong Tikhir, and witnessed by ENPO President Chingmak Chang, the two communities pledged to uphold peace and mutual respect during social events and festivals in Thonoknyu town until the land ownership issue is resolved. The joint declaration emphasized the need for "amicable spaces" and called…

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