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…
Living Fully in a Life Marked by Suffering
For centuries, philosophers, thinkers, scientists, and reformers have tried to answer one enduring question: how can humans live a good and meaningful life? From Aristotle’s examination of virtue in Nicomachean…
A Hard Look at Religion and Social Rewards
Students of psychology and sociology may explain it better, but a troubling pattern is easy to see. Many who identify as “religious” appear more drawn to social approval than to…
The Drone Age of Warfare
Modern warfare is no longer defined by tanks and fighter jets alone. Drones have emerged as the most disruptive force on today’s battlefields, reshaping strategy, scale, and even the psychology…
A Culture of Silence in an Age of Information
In any functioning society, news is not meant to be consumed quietly. It is meant to provoke, to question, and to hold power accountable. Yet in Mokokchung and other far…