Nagaland

Dimapur Community Groups Demand Justice Following Minor's Sexual Assault

Dimapur organizations demand swift justice and the removal of a local official arrested in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a minor girl.

Naro Jamir • 10 Jun 2026

NSWON Denounces Security Crackdown on Naga Women in Ukhrul

The NSWON has condemned the 40 Assam Rifles for an alleged crackdown on a peaceful protest by Tangkhul Naga women in Ukhrul, demanding an impartial inquiry.

Kiyeto Swu • 10 Jun 2026

Nagaland Baptist Pastors Urge Review of Vehicle Religious Signage Ban

The Nagaland Baptist Pastors' Union is calling for a review of a government order mandating the removal of religious stickers and identifiers from vehicles.

Kiyeto Swu • 10 Jun 2026

Nagaland Launches New Mentorship and Job Training Programs for Athletes

Nagaland has launched mentorship and vocational training initiatives to help young athletes build careers and financial stability beyond competitive sports.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Jun 2026

Peren District Moves to Enforce Strict Single-Use Plastic Ban

The Peren District Planning and Development Board has formed a committee to lead a new initiative aimed at banning single-use plastics across the region.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Jun 2026

Nagaland Health Minister Recognized for Commitment to TB Elimination Efforts

Nagaland Health Minister P Paiwang Konyak was honored for his role in the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, supporting TB patients through nutritional aid.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Jun 2026

Nagaland Prepares for Census 2027 With Extensive Public Awareness Drive

Nagaland officials have launched a comprehensive awareness campaign for the 2027 Census, featuring local language programs and widespread staff deployment.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Jun 2026

Nagaland Health Minister Pushes for State Tobacco Ban Support

Nagaland's Health Minister P Paiwang Konyak is rallying community leaders and officials to support a new one-year ban on all tobacco products in the state.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Jun 2026

Dimapur Student Union Demands Crackdown on Illegal Proxy Land Deals

The Dimapur Naga Students' Union is calling for an investigation into benami land deals, warning that proxy registrations threaten indigenous land rights.

Naro Jamir • 9 Jun 2026

Thousands Rally in Tuensang to Demand Justice for Sexual Assault Victim

Over 3,000 residents held a rally in Tuensang demanding swift justice for a 14-year-old girl who was allegedly sexually assaulted in Dimapur.

Naro Jamir • 9 Jun 2026

Dimapur police register two additional sexual assault cases

Dimapur police have arrested suspects following reports of two new sexual assault cases involving a seven-year-old child and an adult woman.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Jun 2026

Dimapur community leaders demand justice for abuse victims

Community leaders in Dimapur are calling for an end to silence surrounding child abuse, urging for better protection policies and faster legal justice.

Naro Jamir • 9 Jun 2026

Dimapur Students Union Demands Arrest Over Leaked Minor Victim Identity

DENSU is calling for the arrest of a suspect's sister for leaking a victim's identity in a Dimapur sexual abuse case, while demanding a state-led probe.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Jun 2026

Pfutsero Business Association Demands NHIDCL Review of Delayed Highway Project

The PTBA is calling for a high-level review of the stalled Kohima-Jessami road project, citing years of delays and significant public hardship.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Jun 2026

Dimapur Police Arrest Third Suspect in POCSO Case

Dimapur Police have apprehended 68-year-old Akangkokba Ao in connection with an ongoing POCSO investigation, marking the third arrest in the case.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Jun 2026

Nagaland CM Urges Reciprocal Release of Naga Hostages Following Kuki Release

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has welcomed the release of Kuki hostages and called for the reciprocal freeing of six Naga captives to foster peace.

Naro Jamir • 9 Jun 2026

Nagaland signs agreement to boost vocational training in colleges

The Nagaland government has signed a new partnership to integrate vocational training and skill-based courses into the state's higher education system.

Naro Jamir • 9 Jun 2026

Mon ambulance drivers complete essential road safety and medical training

Ambulance drivers in Mon completed a specialized training program focusing on road safety, vehicle maintenance, and critical emergency patient care skills.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Jun 2026

Peren Stands Out as Nagaland’s Only Planned Model District Headquarters

Peren Deputy Commissioner Hiazu Meru says the district is developing according to a strict master plan to become Nagaland's only model district headquarters.

Kiyeto Swu • 9 Jun 2026

Nagaland Sees Significant Gains in Child Nutrition Rates

The latest NFHS-6 data shows substantial improvements in child undernutrition across Nagaland, though challenges regarding dietary quality remain.

Naro Jamir • 9 Jun 2026