How ‘First Rain’ is helping Mokokchung find its spark
Mokokchung’s steady pace of life can sometimes feel slow to certain people, says Lanusenla Jamir, founder of First Rain. “The tempo in which Mokokchung moves can feel a little too…
“Heat is a social issue & needs to be raised at a policy level”
Nagaland recorded the highest decadal growth of urban population in the country according to the 2011 Census. Roderick Wijunamai, a PhD candidate in Anthropology at Cornell University and Fellow at…
From making candy with wild apples to squash preservation: Evangelist Y Pongjei Konyak’s rural initiatives
Y Pongjei Konyak, an evangelist under the Konyak Baptist Bumeinok Bangjüm (KBBB), has been spearheading initiatives to promote self-reliance and environmental conservation in rural areas of Nagaland. Hailing from Ukha…
‘Shouldn’t a teacher be where there are students to teach?’ – Teacher questions rationalization process
A government school teacher in Nagaland, affected by the recent rationalization and transfer process, has expressed deep disappointment over the way the policy has been implemented, questioning whether it is…
‘No political involvement in CMMFI’: NDPP CYO President addresses concerns
Addressing speculation regarding political favoritism in the Chief Minister Micro Finance Initiative (CMMFI), Imchatoba Imchen, President of the NDPP Central Youth Organization, asserted that the scheme operates without any political…
How Yimkongangba, a self-taught wildlife photographer from Longleng, discovered a new habitat for the Indian flying frog
For three years, 24-year-old Yimkongangba, a self-taught wildlife photographer from Longleng, Nagaland, has been studying Pterorana khare, the Indian flying frog. His research has now led to a significant discovery—confirming…
Why healthcare in Mokokchung is struggling: The IMDH crisis explained
No recruitment by the NPSC for 5-6 years and over 10 doctor retirements annually: Dr Patton acknowledges healthcare shortages The Dr Imkongliba Memorial District Hospital (IMDH) in Mokokchung is facing…
Mokokchung: Why 25 loan applications were rejected under Chief Minister’s Micro Finance Initiative
As of 24 January 2025, Mokokchung District has received 76 applications under the Chief Minister’s Micro Finance Initiative (CMMFI) scheme. The finalization of the list of applicants took place on…
NE-RACE: Connecting Nagaland farmers to national and international markets
“Nagaland has already exported 40-50 metric tonnes of agricultural products through the NE-RACE portal” The North East Region Agri-Commodity E-Connect (NE-RACE) platform is providing a crucial market linkage for farmers…
London-based artist Temsüyanger Longkumer bridges Naga heritage and contemporary art
Temsüyanger Longkumer, an interdisciplinary artist based in London, has gained international recognition for his ability to merge traditional Naga craftsmanship with contemporary artistic expressions. His work spans a range of…