Nagaland

The Angami Youth Organization (AYO) spearheaded a significant public rally in Kohima today, drawing hundreds of participants from various youth organizations, associations, and communities. The rally aimed to voice strong opposition to rampant illegal taxation, harassment, intimidation, and death threats allegedly perpetrated by Naga Political Groups (NPGs). AYO President Kesosul Christopher Ltu addressed the gathering, highlighting the fragmentation within Naga society that has led to widespread exploitation and threats against the public. Ltu stated, "While the AYO is a civil organization, it will not hesitate to protect its people if necessary." He reminded attendees that the original Naga nationalist movement…

Lone Nagaland MP S Supongmeren Jamir has criticized the BJP-led NDA government for delaying the resolution of the longstanding Naga political problem. The Congress MP reaffirmed his party's commitment to securing a swift resolution.“Despite having two agreements, the Centre has been delaying in finding a solution to the Naga political issue. Instead of early implementation of the two agreements, the Union government started changing interlocutors who had already signed the agreements and declared that the peace talks had been completed,” Jamir alleged during a press conference at the Congress party office. The Central government has engaged in separate negotiations with…

Heavy rains triggered a massive landslide in Kohima, damaging at least four houses and rendering 20 families homeless, officials reported on Friday. The incident occurred in Pezielietsie Colony in Ward-3 North Block, partially damaging several adjacent houses as well. Newly-elected councillors of the Kohima Municipal Council (KMC), led by Chairman Neikhozo Suokhrie and Deputy Chairman Khrielievie Chusi, visited the affected area to assess the situation. Expressing serious concern, Suokhrie acknowledged that the area is a known sinking zone and announced that the KMC would initiate a pilot project to construct a retaining wall and drainage system in collaboration with the…

Nagaland Police has introduced an online system for submitting complaints about stolen vehicles and lost or stolen mobile phones. In a recent press release, Nagaland Police highlighted the issue of the public unknowingly purchasing stolen items, emphasizing the need for greater awareness. To combat this, a comprehensive database will be developed, allowing the public to verify the status of second-hand items online before making purchases, thereby reducing theft incidents. The police urge citizens to utilize the online complaint system in addition to filing physical complaints at police stations, which are necessary for insurance claims.

The Nagaland state unit of the Lok Janshakti Party (Ramvilas) has called on the Government of India and Naga negotiating groups to prioritize resolving the longstanding Naga political issue. This resolution emerged from the party’s state political affairs committee meeting held in Dimapur on July 18, 2024. In a press release, LJP (RV) Nagaland state secretary general, Dr. A. Vikato Sumi, emphasized the urgent need for the state government, led by Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, and the political affairs committee to actively facilitate discussions with the central government for an early solution. “An early resolution to the Naga issue is…

In a recent interview with Nagaland Post, Rev. Zelhou Kehyo, General Secretary of the Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC), provided a comprehensive overview of the church's stance on the Nagaland Total Prohibition Act (NLTP Act) and its broader implications on governance and societal issues. Rev. Kehyo discussed the NLTP Act, which was enacted in 1989, and explained that the church's support was driven by both ethical considerations and the need to address the adverse effects of alcoholism. “Our support for the NLTP Act is rooted in its potential to mitigate social problems such as relationship breakdowns and financial instability caused…