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…
Beyond Good Governance
Governance is a familiar word in public discourse. Over time, the idea of good governance has become widely accepted as the standard that governments should aspire to. Transparency, accountability, efficiency,…
Nagaland must circulate its own economy
In Nagaland, discussions about economic growth often focus on exports and external markets. Whether it is pineapple, kiwi, handicrafts or non timber forest products, the familiar refrain is that exports…
Dzukou Valley Deserves a Global Place
Few landscapes in the Northeast evoke the same sense of awe as Dzukou Valley. With its rolling green hills, seasonal flowers, and pristine streams, the valley has long been regarded…