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Nagaland Christian Forum Sets Prayer Rally in Kohima for September

The Nagaland Joint Christian Forum is hosting a prayer rally in Kohima on September 12 to address religious liberty and FCRA concerns.

Kiyeto Swu • 6 Sep 2026

Meghalaya BJP Distances Itself From Sanjay Sharma Over Bible Insult

Meghalaya BJP condemns former member Sanjay Sharma for allegedly insulting the Bible and has launched an investigation into his party status.

Walrik Marak • 6 Sep 2026

Historic Shillong Temple Reopens After Major Reconstruction

The 121-year-old Gorkha Thakurbari Radha Krishna Mandir in Shillong has reopened following a complete reconstruction finished in 2026.

NEWire Desk • 5 Sep 2026

Assam Chief Minister Inspects Historic Negheriting Shiva Doul

Himanta Biswa Sarma visited the 1,200-year-old Negheriting Shiva Doul in Golaghat to review infrastructure and preserve the site's cultural legacy.

Timungpi Terang • 3 Sep 2026

Assam Marks 429th Death Anniversary of Sri Sri Madhabdev

Devotees across Assam gather today to honor the religious and cultural legacy of Mahapurush Sri Sri Madhabdev on his 429th Tirobhav Tithi.

Timungpi Terang • 1 Sep 2026

Foreign Cash Found in Tripura Sundari Temple Donation Boxes

Officials counted donations from 17 boxes at the Mata Tripura Sundari Temple, finding cash from several countries and a rise in digital contributions.

Nihar Jamatia • 28 Aug 2026

Naga Christian Community Mourns Founder Dr. Kenny Kapfo

Naga Christians in South Korea are grieving the death of Rev. Dr. Kenny Kapfo, a founding pillar of the Naga Christian Fellowship.

Naro Jamir • 25 Aug 2026

Chokayan Village Installs New Pastoral Leadership

The Lotha Baptist Khumshum in Chokayan Village officially installed a new full-time pastor and associate pastor during a service on August 23, 2026.

Kiyeto Swu • 25 Aug 2026

Yimkhiung Baptist Church youth hold inaugural motorbike fellowship

YBCD youth riders gathered in Dimapur for their first motorcycle fellowship, blending spiritual reflection with outdoor activities to build church unity.

Kiyeto Swu • 23 Aug 2026

AIUDF Leader Rejects Mandatory Singing of Vande Mataram

AIUDF leader Rafiqul Islam says Vande Mataram should be a personal choice, warning against forcing the song on those with conflicting religious beliefs.

Bibar Daimary • 16 Aug 2026

Mizoram Student Group Rejects Mandatory Vande Mataram

Mizoram student leaders oppose mandatory singing of the full Vande Mataram in schools, citing concerns over religious imagery and regional autonomy.

Ethan Ralte • 15 Aug 2026

Nagaland Christian Forum Calls for National Prayer Vigils

The Nagaland Joint Christian Forum is urging Christians across India to hold public prayer vigils to address social injustice and seek reconciliation.

Kiyeto Swu • 14 Aug 2026

Meghalaya Groups Push Back Against Proposed FCRA Amendment Bill

Political groups and church leaders in Meghalaya are protesting the 2026 FCRA Amendment Bill, fearing it threatens missionary institutions and assets.

NEWire Desk • 8 Aug 2026

Sumi Naga tribe sues over disputed Bible translation

Over 1,000 members of the Sumi Naga tribe are suing the Bible Society of India over alleged inaccuracies in a new Sumi-language Bible edition.

Naro Jamir • 7 Aug 2026

Gauhati High Court Challenges Sumi Naga Bible Edition

The Gauhati High Court issued notices over the contested 2025 Sumi Naga Bible edition following a petition by 1,065 community members.

Kiyeto Swu • 6 Aug 2026

Liangmai Baptist Association Men Push for New Leadership and Ministry Goals

Liangmai Baptist Association men met in Tening to discuss ministry expansion, new leadership structures, and future training programs for fathers.

Kiyeto Swu • 5 Aug 2026

Nepali Baptist Church Kohima Wraps Up Golden Jubilee

The Nepali Baptist Church in Kohima concluded its three-day 50th-anniversary celebration, urging members to remain faithful to their spiritual roots.

Naro Jamir • 3 Aug 2026

Nepali Baptist Church Kohima Wraps Up Golden Jubilee Celebration

Nepali Baptist Church Kohima marked its 50th anniversary with three days of worship, reflection, and calls to mission work from August 1 to August 2.

Kiyeto Swu • 2 Aug 2026

Nepali Baptist Church Kohima Marks 50 Years

Nepali Baptist Church in Kohima celebrates its 50th anniversary with two days of worship services, guest speakers, and commemorative dedications.

Kiyeto Swu • 2 Aug 2026

Northeast Allies Brace for Parliamentary Clash Over FCRA Amendment Bill

Northeast political leaders and church groups scramble as the 2026 FCRA Amendment Bill threatens to seize assets of faith-based institutions.

NEWire Desk • 31 Jul 2026