The Stage We Stand On
“All the world’s a stage,” wrote Shakespeare, and if that is true, Nagaland’s play today feels more like a tragedy than a triumph. In Aeschylus’s sense of the word, tragedy…
The Deep Rot of Tribalism and Chauvinism in Naga Society
What truly ails Naga society today is not only corruption, misgovernance, or the decay of moral values, but the deeper malady that fuels them all: tribalism and chauvinism. These forces…
The Government We Deserve
The truth is harsh but simple: we get the government we deserve. The question now is whether we are ready to deserve better.
The Enduring Need for Writers
Not everyone can or will become a good writer, but every community benefits from those who do. It is therefore important that we recognize, encourage, and support the writers among…
The deafening silence of policymakers on crimes against women
Another case of assault on a woman in Kohima, this time near the PWD area on November 3, has once again raised uncomfortable questions about the safety of women in…
Nagaland’s oppositionless assembly and the erosion of accountability
When every elected representative sits on the same side of the aisle, democracy loses one of its most vital organs - dissent. Nagaland today stands as a unique but troubling…
The True Measure of Giving Back
Success in life comes through many doors. Some reach it through relentless hard work, perseverance, and skill, while others attain it through structured systems and opportunities. Whatever the path, success…
Time to Build Roads That Last
Two of Mokokchung’s most vital roads, the Sewak Gate–DEF–Chuchuyimpang stretch of NH-2 and the IOC–Rotary junction road, are finally set to undergo repairs as reported by this newspaper. For a…
Rethinking Nagaland’s “Agrarian” Identity
Nagaland cannot continue calling agriculture its primary occupation while depending on trucks from Assam for food. It is time to redefine what “agrarian” means by shifting from the rhetoric of…
On Sports Fan Violence
Closer to home, the recent incident during a volleyball tournament in Mokokchung highlights the passion and dedication of local fans. Such enthusiasm is a sign of a thriving sports culture…