For whatever reasons, the Right to Information campaign in Nagaland has remained muted and the movement itself has been slow to start off with. One of the reasons for this could be the general lethargy among th

In these present times of searching for meaning and purpose, a truthful assessment on the historical relationship and experiences of the institutionalized religion – as it exist in Naga society – with peopl

Imkong WallingNagaland was, on one occasion, in for some lavish praise from none other than the President of India for progress apparently made by the state in human development and industry. The day was D

AkangjunglaAccording to the Lancet Neurology, stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide. The publication underlines that the burden of disability after a stroke is also large, and is increasing at a

Imlisanen JamirOn a brisk autumn morning of October 17, a sense of anticipation hung in the air as India's LGBTQ+ community and its allies awaited a pivotal verdict that held the promise of affirming their long

Dr Asangba TzudirGood governance is a term used to describe how public institutions conduct public affairs and manage public resources. Good governance means that the processes and institutions produce results

With the increasing number of identity based conflicts around the world, it calls for the need to reflect on whether the theory of modernization has failed? The modernization theory promoted the principle that

Imlisanen JamirIn a world characterized by diversity, the need for peaceful coexistence and conflict resolution cannot be overstated. It is within this intricate mosaic of differences that humanity's greatest c

AkangjunglaEducation is a basic human right that opens doors for every person; it is the core of fundamental right for every human being. Aiming to gather public opinion on this very important subject, this new

Dr Asangba TzudirReplacing the former Freedom of Information Act 2002, the Right to Information Act was passed in the year 2005 by an act of the Parliament of India setting out the rules and procedures regardin

Moa JamirChallenges and high hopes for Nagaland’s first medical collegeOn October 14, a significant milestone was achieved with the official inauguration of the Nagaland Institute of Medical Sciences and Rese

Imkong WallingIn the midst of the media brouhaha that erupted over the validity of a non-Naga holding the position of ‘Gaonbura’ in Dimapur, this author contemplated writing an op-ed on the controversy. But

AkangjunglaEducation goes beyond reading and writing. The emphasis on quality education, one that is accessible, attainable and affordable, is gaining enormous attention worldwide. Also there are positive movem

Imlisanen JamirIn the beginning, browsers were like plant-eating animals. They reached up high to find their food, not down low like the animals that ate grass. They were curious and always looking for somethin

Dr Asangba TzudirThe Four Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) was introduced this year for the new batch of students, giving way for the CBCS (Choice Based Credit System), though colleges were given the freedo

Moa JamirThe Election Commission of India (ECI) announcement of the schedule for assembly elections in five crucial states on October 9, signals the commencement of what promises to be a riveting political batt

Imlisanen JamirOver the past months, Nagaland has been gripped by a rising tide of Dengue cases. The ordeal of one family, my own, serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges posed by this mosquito-borne di

Vishü Rita KrochaOver the weekend, few schools gathered at the Assam Rifles Public School, Kohima to learn about Resilience, which is an innate human capacity that can be learned and developed in anyone. The e

AkangjunglaThe celebration of the 69th edition of National Wildlife Week commenced at the National Zoological Park on October 2. This annual event will culminate on October 8. In alignment with the United Natio

Dr Asangba TzudirIt is said that every two seconds, someone needs blood, and while blood cannot be manufactured the need for it is only growing more by the day. Blood has a very limited shelf life, and therefor