Faith, Superstition and the Confusion In Between
Faith has long been a guiding force in human society. It gives meaning to suffering, inspires compassion and builds moral communities. At its core, faith is trust grounded in conviction.…
The Price of Apathy
It is convenient to blame politicians for every failure of governance. Roads remain broken, public services falter, corruption festers, and we point upward in indignation. Yet the uncomfortable truth is…
Democratizing AI in Nagaland
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a distant concept. It is rapidly reshaping economies, governance, and daily life across the globe. India’s ambitious push, highlighted by the India AI Impact Summit…
Article 371A Must Be an Enabler, Not an Excuse
The debate over the adoption of the National Highways Act, 1956 in Nagaland has once again brought into focus the delicate balance between constitutional safeguards and developmental urgency. Since 2025,…
Beyond Sanctions and Announcements
Readers of this newspaper will have noticed a steady stream of reports from the ongoing Parliament session detailing schemes, projects and funds sanctioned by various Union ministries.
Back to the political table: Signs of movement in the Naga peace process, but only time will tell
Recent signals from Kohima and New Delhi suggest that the Naga political process is returning to the political table where it belongs. Chief Minister Dr Neiphiu Rio’s announcement that the…
When History Loses Its People
History does not always survive in archives. Often, it endures in memory, ritual, and the quiet transmission of trust between communities. The recent Changki–Tai Ahom Cultural Connect was a reminder…
A Disturbing Pattern We Can No Longer Ignore
The year has barely begun, yet a series of reports from Mokokchung point to a troubling pattern that deserves urgent reflection. Taken individually, each issue may appear manageable. Viewed together,…
Political geography has divided us – must we divide ourselves too?
Across generations, Nagas have spoken of shared history, shared memory, and a shared sense of peoplehood that transcends village, tribe and even borders. Yet the political reality today reflects something…
Pact Signed, Performance Pending
For now, expectations are high in Eastern Nagaland. The real measure of success will lie not in declarations, but in visible development, responsive governance, and the restoration of trust.