Corruption in a Society of Paradoxes
We live in what may be best described as a society of paradoxes – a place where contradictory forces coexist and even reinforce each other. This is nowhere more visible…
The Silence of the Individual
In recent weeks, newspaper headlines have been dominated by yet another wave of corruption allegations and administrative anomalies. As expected, civic organizations have swiftly issued statements, voiced disapproval, and demanded…
The Silent Crisis
A society that does not write is a society that slowly forgets itself. Writing is not merely an artistic pursuit – it is an act of preservation, resistance, and identity.…
Media, Culture, and the Challenge of Preservation
How do we address the dynamic changes in society brought about by media while still upholding traditional and cultural values? That was one of the dozens of questions raised by…
Fencing the Naga Spirit
The ongoing protests by the Naga people against the Government of India’s decision to fence the India-Myanmar border and suspend the Free Movement Regime (FMR) are not simply a matter…
The News We Deserve
The role of journalism today stands at a crucial crossroads, particularly in small towns and communities like ours, as the world is overwhelmed by the noise of social media and…
Fairness, Courage and Collective Progress
A just and thriving society cannot exist without fairness at its core. Fairness is not about sameness – it is about opportunity, dignity, and justice for all, regardless of background…
The Powerlessness of Knowledge
It is often said that knowledge is power. But what happens when knowledge exists without the power to act on it? In Naga society, one of the gravest issues we…
Explain This: Why Do We Import What We Can Grow?
Speaking about buying fruits and vegetables in the local market, we know that most of what is available has been imported from Assam and elsewhere through Jorhat. Many of these…
The 21st Century Hoax
At the turn of the century, the words ‘21st century’ carried an almost mystical promise. It was supposed to be an era of transformation, where old inefficiencies would be erased,…