The Urgency of Good Record Keeping
One of the stark realities confronting us today is our collective inability to preserve records. This weakness is not just a passing flaw; it is a cultural and historical gap…
The Smartest in the Room
There is a saying that goes, “If you’re the smartest person in the room, you’re in the wrong room.” Popularly interpreted, it suggests that one should seek out spaces where…
Rs 24 crore and still neglected: The strange case of Tuli Railway Station
With a reported revenue of Rs 24 crore in 2023–24, the station has outperformed expectations by any standard. Yet it remains a ghost station—no staff, no passenger services, and no…
Disruptive Thinking
Disruptive thinking is not about being reckless. It is the courage to challenge conventional ideas and reimagine solutions that break away from inherited norms. It means looking at long-standing problems…
Botsa case demands more than outrage — it demands institutional reform
The attempted rape and murder of a mother of four in Botsa village on July 16 has shaken Nagaland. That she survived is due to her courage and the immediate…
Perils of Underage Driving
A particularly alarming trend in Mokokchung is the rise in underage driving. Many young individuals, lacking proper training and experience, are taking to the roads. Underage driving is not only…
Digital Skill Development
Last week, in Mokokchung, a group of individuals with a vision for the future organized a seminar on digital marketing. One could say they were not only visionary but also…
Why Private Enterprise Matters
To thrive in today’s world, Mokokchung, like any other town, needs a powerful engine – a vibrant private sector. We must realize that local businesses are the key to unlocking…