How would you feel and react, if one day, you were to wake up and find out that the gods were having a war in the heavens? No matter in what god we believe, we all believe our gods to be our creator and the sus
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1. The Morung Express (MEx): First of all, congratulations on your latest publication. As a writer, what is the general sentiment when you finish writing a book? Easterine Kire: Than
- The journey of the little Red kingIt rather sounds like the title for a doctoral thesis, doesn’t it? Well, I hope it inspires research work as this is an intriguing, fascinating tale I have been told,
Zhoto Tunyi* On 22nd February 2008, The Morung Express, carried an article that read: “Peace Meet carries on with empty chairs,” reporting that the Naga Peace Convention had few takers when the S
Tungshang Ningreichon* One When they shot my brothers I wiped my tears and vowed revenge I took them down one by one I was pleased I let the fire that stoked when they call me ‘brave’ bu-
Conciliation Group, Quakers in Britain* We congratulate all those whose visionary efforts contributed to the Covenant of Reconciliation. We acknowledge the courage and sincerity of all who signed on 1
Daniel Buttry* Who is it that shapes history, particularly at this point in the human story? Is it the political and military leaders? Is it the Presidents, Prime Ministers, Generals, Revolutionaries, and ot
Villo Naleo* Due to political preferences, the Indo-Naga political issue has gone through many twists and turns. One of the drawbacks was the division among the Naga Political Groups (NPGs). Over the years t
Nagaland speaks of its journey since the Covenant of Reconciliation (June 13, 2009) Sometime in 1993-94, a gun battle ensued near my home in Dimapur. Though shielded by concrete houses, my fear stricken 10-y-
Kethoser (Aniu) Kevichusa In any social or political context, there are different foundations and visions of how a nation and a people can survive and thrive. Some say that it would be through politics, poli
Chekrovei Cho-o* Prologue: Over two decades ago, someone from an international community at Baguio City, Philippines commented: “Nagas have Christ in their heart, politics in their blood.” That w
Sanjay (Xonzoi) Barbora* One of the most enduring acts in human history is reconciliation. Most often, especially in modern times, it is wrapped up in rituals of forgiveness. Yet, as we are reminded by the c
Lipichem* Many a leaders around the world are telling us that solution to all societal problems is to just build a virtual wall around us; to keep certain people out; take care of our own and let society tak
Stories, Sorrow, and Strengthening Relationships Dolly Kikon* The 10-year anniversary of the Covenant of Reconciliation is an important moment for us. It is a moment to celebrate the efforts of a movement
Along Longkumer* Naga Society’s Moment of ‘Chaos and Destructive Divisions’ The most deadly factional killings in recent memory took place during the months and years leading up to the C
Kethoser (Aniu) Kevichusa* In his book, Building Peace: Sustainable Reconciliation in Divided Societies, the noted peace theorist and activist John Paul Lederach delineates what he calls ‘characteristi
Wati Aier Convener Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) At a time when most Naga areas were seized by Naga “factional” killing and death, the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) was christ
Loreni Yanthan, Asst. Prof. (Dept. of Economics), St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous) Jakhama“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest’’ Benjamin Franklin (Founding father of the United Stat
Rev. Fr. C. Joseph, Counsellor St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous) JakhamaUnlike a drop of water which loses its identity when it joins the ocean, man does not lose his being in the society in which he liv
Md. Tabrej Director, Dept. of Business AdministrationSt. Joseph’s College, JakhamaHow often have you been living life, happy and content, and then suddenly life slaps you in the face with something unexp
