Sensex, Nifty, and Nagas
In Mokokchung – and Nagaland as a whole – conversations about the economy or stock markets are rare. Most of us focus on government jobs, agriculture, small businesses, or petty…
The Need for Discernment in Consuming Global News
In today’s interconnected world, keeping up with global events is essential. For most of us in Nagaland, mainstream media serves as the primary source of international news. However, with media…
A State Full of Unions, Yet None for Farmers
Nagaland is home to numerous associations and organizations representing various sections of society, including youth, women, and students – so much so that some argue the formation of any more…
Learning from Assam: Insights for Nagaland
Nagaland’s economy remains dismal compared to Assam. Of course, Assam is much bigger than Nagaland, but geographical size does not determine economic strength. Many smaller countries have far surpassed India…
A Tradition of Bad Roads
To say that most of Nagaland’s roads are in a deplorable state is now a cliché. Generation after generation, Nagas have ridden on poor roads and have become so accustomed…
Women Leaders In European Politics
It is interesting to observe European or Western politics and the divide between the Left, Centre, and Right. In European or Western politics, the “right wing” is a political ideology…
Making Livestock Farming Sustainable in Nagaland
Livestock farming is a crucial aspect of rural livelihoods in Nagaland, yet it remains largely unstructured and vulnerable to disease outbreaks. Many farmers, often from economically weaker backgrounds, suffer severe…
Public Service and Accountability
Government officials are entrusted with the responsibility to serve the public and uphold the integrity of their offices. Regular attendance is not just a procedural obligation – it is a…
Rethinking Micro Food Processing in Nagaland
Micro and small-scale food processing has long been seen as a viable means of livelihood generation. Across Nagaland, including in Mokokchung, many individuals and communities have taken up micro or…
Can DoSE Restore Trust Now?
The suspension of the teacher transfer orders by the Directorate of School Education (DoSE) raises serious concerns about the department’s planning and communication. Just a day after the Advisor for…