Durable Roads Remain Elusive in Mokokchung
Mokokchung’s roads tell a familiar and frustrating story. In mid 2022, several youth organizations raised their voices over the deplorable condition of the IMDH Road, a key stretch from Police…
What Do We Mean by Development?
In Nagaland, everyone speaks of development. From politicians and their loyalists to government officials, from civil society leaders to grassroots organizers, the word is everywhere. It dominates political speeches, policy…
Who will carry the conversation forward?
When Amba Jamir remarked at Fazl Ali College that “just because we are in the corner of India does not mean we cannot contribute anything,” the statement resonated beyond the…
At the Edge of Continuity: The Question of Naga Civilization
Naga society did not begin as a unified political entity. It emerged from village republics, self-governing and bound by customary law, where identity was inseparable from land and tradition. These…
Stuck in Lodi Again
The song “Lodi” by Creedence Clearwater Revival tells the story of a musician stranded in the small town of Lodi, unable to move forward, trapped by circumstance and misfortune. “Oh…
Koridang Violence: A Collective Failure of System and Society
The Longkhum village incident marks a disturbing low in Nagaland’s electoral history. Poll-related violence anywhere, at any time, is indefensible. That it has claimed yet another life in a constituency…
World Cup Fever Begins to Stir
Football’s universal appeal will once again be on display as the final lineup for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is completed after nearly three years of qualifiers. The expanded 48…
Why Staying Back No Longer Appeals
Migration from remote districts to urban centres is a natural and growing trend. For many in places like Mokokchung, the appeal of cities such as Kohima and Dimapur lies in…
When Giving Is Collective, What Happens to the Individual?
Naga society is often defined by the strength of its community. From the village to the church to urban localities, participation is not optional but expected. Every individual contributes, not…
Hobby Farming and the Changing Face of Naga Agriculture
In recent years, a quiet trend has been taking root across Nagaland’s towns. From backyard vegetable patches to small poultry units and terrace gardens, urban residents are increasingly engaging in…