A Conference That Signals Change
The 70th general conference of the Ao Kaketshir Mungdang at Chungtia village has already marked itself as one to remember. The opening drone display, live streaming, and creative use of…
The Quiet Strength of Negative Visualization
Negative visualization is a mental exercise that involves imagining possible difficulties, losses, or adverse events before they happen. Though it may sound pessimistic, this practice is far from being a…
Rethinking Cash Crops In A Subsistence Farming Society
Farming in Nagaland has historically been rooted in subsistence. For generations, agriculture has been less about market surplus and more about food security, social stability, and survival. Against this backdrop,…
Systemic Pessimism
During the panel discussion’s Q&A session, a delegate raised this concern in relation to employment, self-reliance, and enterprise, which were key topics of the conference. This question struck a chord…
The yearly ritual of Nagaland’s conferences
Nagaland’s conferences carry history, pride, and identity. They are part of the social fabric of the state. But as we witness each gathering, particularly at the turn of the year,…
As 2026 begins, the erosion of democratic norms isn’t abstract; it’s visible
As the calendar turns to 2026, the health of democratic norms worldwide and within India is attracting unprecedented scrutiny. Recent events, both internationally and at home, suggest that the core…
Ending 2025: Thank you for being part of our journey
As we publish our final edition of 2025, it is a moment to pause, not to celebrate ourselves, but to reflect on what it has meant to report from Mokokchung…
Keeping the Press Alive in Mokokchung
Publishing a newspaper from a remote small town like Mokokchung is among the most demanding undertakings in journalism. Distance from major urban centres, limited infrastructure, logistical delays, and financial constraints…
Nagaland Football: What Comes Next
Nagaland defeating Manipur in the ongoing Santosh Trophy, following an earlier win against Mizoram, is more than a positive set of results. It marks a moment that invites reflection on…