Nagaland

Thousands Rally in Kohima to Demand Justice for Victims of Sexual Violence

Thousands gathered in Kohima to demand faster legal action in sexual harassment cases and better protections for women and children across Nagaland.

Kiyeto Swu • 20 Jun 2026

Nagaland groups push back against compulsory Yoga Day mandate

Nagaland student unions and former parliamentarians oppose a government mandate to hold mandatory Yoga Day events on a Sunday, citing religious concerns.

Naro Jamir • 20 Jun 2026

Women’s Organizations Condemn Recent Sexual Assaults in Nagaland

Major women's organizations in Nagaland are demanding swift justice following the sexual assault of an elderly woman in Kiphire and a teenager in Kohima.

Kiyeto Swu • 20 Jun 2026

NNC/FGN Warns Public Against Imposter Tax Collectors

The NNC/FGN has issued a stern warning against three individuals posing as national workers to conduct illegal tax collection in Kohima and Dimapur.

Naro Jamir • 20 Jun 2026

Eastern Naga Students' Federation schedules 27th emergency federal assembly

The Eastern Naga Students' Federation will meet in Longleng district on June 26 to discuss regional education, youth development, and public welfare issues.

Naro Jamir • 20 Jun 2026

Nagaland Students Launch Statewide Protests Over Delayed Girls Hostel

The All Nagaland College Students' Union has begun statewide protests, marking Black Friday to demand construction of a long-overdue 100-bed girls' hostel.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jun 2026

Thousands Protest in Kohima Demanding Faster Justice for Sexual Violence Survivors

Thousands rallied in Kohima to demand faster trials for sexual violence cases, specifically citing a prolonged legal battle involving a suspended IAS officer.

Naro Jamir • 19 Jun 2026

Nagaland Health Insurance Scheme Reaches 96 Percent of State Households

Nagaland's Chief Minister's Health Insurance Scheme now covers 96 percent of households, though rising premiums are increasing the state's financial burden.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jun 2026

USTM Launches Exclusive Scholarship Program for Nagaland Students

The University of Science and Technology Meghalaya has unveiled 50 new scholarships to support meritorious and underprivileged students from Nagaland.

Naro Jamir • 19 Jun 2026

Nagaland State Taxes Department Launches GST Compliance Drive in Kohima

State tax officials inspected Kohima businesses to ensure compliance with the Nagaland GST Act, checking invoices and inventory to boost tax transparency.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jun 2026

Tribal Organizations Stage Protest in Kohima Against Sexual Harassment

Tribal organizations in Kohima rallied to demand justice for sexual harassment survivors and urged the government to expedite pending legal cases.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jun 2026

Bloomfield Hill School hosts summer camp focused on youth health and substance abuse

Bloomfield Hill Higher Secondary School held a summer camp featuring an awareness session on substance abuse led by Dr. Gihuka V. Chishi for students.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jun 2026

Nagaland University Scholars Participate in World Bank Youth Summit

Four Nagaland University researchers joined the 13th World Bank Group Youth Summit to explore digital innovation and sustainable employment strategies.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jun 2026

NNC/FGN Distances Itself From Trio Accused of Illegal Extortion

The NNC/FGN has disowned three individuals arrested for illegal tax collection, labeling them racketeers exploiting Naga nationalism for personal gain.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jun 2026

Naga People's Front Secures Two Seats in Nagaland Town Council By-Polls

The NPF captured two of three wards in recent Nagaland town council by-elections, with an Independent candidate taking the final seat in Atoizu.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jun 2026

Naga Tribal Women Protest Delays in High-Profile Sexual Harassment Case

Tribal women in Kohima held a rally to protest delays in a sexual harassment case involving an IAS officer and to demand justice for victims.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jun 2026

Senior Police Official Estimates 5,000 Nagaland Personnel Struggle with Addiction

A senior Nagaland police officer reports that 5,000 personnel face drug or alcohol addiction, warning the issue severely impacts departmental efficiency.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jun 2026

Norman Putsure College Hosts Young Indians Parliament Focused on Tourism

Sixty-one students debated tourism-led economic development at the Young Indians Parliament event in Chümoukedima to select regional representatives.

Naro Jamir • 19 Jun 2026

Eastern Naga Students’ Federation Announces Emergency Assembly for June 26

The Eastern Naga Students’ Federation will hold an emergency assembly in Bura Namsang Village to discuss regional welfare, education, and social issues.

Naro Jamir • 19 Jun 2026

Chümoukedima Hosts Employment Drive Under PM-VBRY Scheme

Officials and employers in Chümoukedima joined a national event to distribute job letters and promote the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Jun 2026