Nagaland

Oting Citizens Thank Volunteers After Tiru Valley Drowning

The family of Pongshing K and Oting residents thanked rescuers and community groups for their help following a fatal flash flood in Tiru Valley.

Naro Jamir • 2 Aug 2026

Dimapur Police Dismantle Interstate Cocaine Ring with Nigerian Ties

Police arrested five people and seized 33 grams of cocaine, breaking an interstate drug syndicate that used commercial couriers for distribution.

Kiyeto Swu • 1 Aug 2026

Leiriechazou Panchayat Issues Final Warning to Unlicensed Kohima Shops

Leiriechazou Panchayat cracked down on unlicensed shops and expired goods in Kohima, warning that future violations will trigger permanent closures.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

NSCN (IM) Commander Claims Ceasefire Over Amid Betrayal Allegations

NSCN (IM) commander A Raman says the ceasefire with India has ended, citing a broken 2015 agreement and long-stalled political talks.

Kiyeto Swu • 1 Aug 2026

Nagaland braces for heavy rain and storm alerts through August 5

The NSDMA warns of potential flooding and landslides as heavy rain and thunderstorms sweep across Nagaland districts through August 5.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

Landslide Devastates Nagaland University Research Center

A massive landslide destroyed key infrastructure at KVK Zunheboto, forcing staff to evacuate to the university's main administrative building.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

Nagaland Partners With Research Institute to Expand Agarwood Industry

Nagaland's Forest Department signed an agreement with ICFRE-RFRI to boost agarwood farming and protect local growers from exploitation.

Kiyeto Swu • 1 Aug 2026

Son arrested after father dies in Wokha village dispute

A 53-year-old man died after a scuffle with his son in Lakhuti village. Police have arrested the 28-year-old son and opened an investigation.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

Naga Mothers Association President Vilanuo Angela Yhome Dies at 67

Naga Mothers Association President Vilanuo Angela Yhome has died at 67. The advocate for peace and women's rights was honored at a Kohima funeral.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

Nagaland Police Officer Arrested for Armed Intimidation

A Nagaland police official faces criminal charges after allegedly pulling a pistol on a courier delivery agent during a payment dispute in Chümoukedima.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

Naga Leaders Call for Unity at Tsungremmung Festival

Officials gathered at Longsa village for the Tsungremmung Festival, urging Naga people to bridge tribal divides and secure a shared future for the state.

Kiyeto Swu • 1 Aug 2026

Norman Putsure College Crowns 2026 Freshers

Norman Putsure College welcomed new students with an August 1 event. S Tsoiniu Grace Khiam and Machiting earned top titles in the campus competition.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

New Mobile Medical Unit Expands Rural Healthcare in Nagaland

A new Mobile Medical Unit launched in Noklak brings critical health screenings to remote Nagaland villages, marking the project's third expansion.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

Landslide Shuts Down NH 702A in Phek District

A massive landslide has closed a stretch of NH 702A near Surhoba Village. Phek officials have diverted all traffic until the road is deemed safe.

Kiyeto Swu • 1 Aug 2026

ENSF Pushes for School Repairs After Deadly Mon Landslides

The ENSF is demanding government aid for schools damaged by Mon district landslides that claimed nine lives and forced student evacuations.

Kiyeto Swu • 1 Aug 2026

Longleng District Rallies Following Devastating Mudslides

The Phom Peoples Council is thanking regional partners and the Nagaland government for relief efforts after mudslides cut off Longleng district.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

DCC Mokokchung Dismisses Mass Resignation Claims as Fraudulent

DCC Mokokchung disputes mass resignation claims, citing invalid signatures and deception after an internal review of a 61-person list.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

Chumoukedima Bans Single-Use Plastics Starting August 1

Chumoukedima officials are banning single-use plastics and small water bottles starting August 1 to combat ecological damage in the district.

Kiyeto Swu • 1 Aug 2026

Legislative Committee Reviews Municipal Reforms in Dimapur

Nagaland lawmakers visited Dimapur to assess the impact of new municipal laws and traditional council acts on city governance and infrastructure.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

Short Circuit Sparks Major Blaze at New Colony House

A Friday fire in Purana Bazaar destroyed a four-room house. Fire officials estimate damages at 70 lakh rupees, but no injuries occurred during the blaze.

Kiyeto Swu • 1 Aug 2026