Change the Train, Not the Destination | A. Anato Swu
The Urgent Need for a New Direction in Naga Politics A Anato Swu, Satakha Town, Nagaland (Writing from County Antrim, Northern Ireland) If a train is not taking you to…
Literature that speaks louder than history | Monalisa Changkija
The remarkable leadership of Teli Kivelimi Kiba, the first woman Gaonbura of Naga society, challenges patriarchal traditions and underscores women’s struggle for gender equality and a rightful place in governance.…
26 traditional recipes from 9 Naga communities collected for documentation
SARS-Watsü Mungdang initiative seeks to preserve indigenous food heritage and promote entrepreneurship Twenty-six traditional recipes from nine Naga communities were collected for documentation during a collaborative initiative organised by the…
A Reflection on Naga Heritage | Thsachopa TS
Indigenous peoples worldwide have held various beliefs since time immemorial. One such belief is that of viewing death not as an end but as a natural transition, a continuation of…
Collective narcissism in Naga society
Naga society places great value on community, identity, tradition and belonging. Yet these strengths can become sources of division when loyalty to one’s own group turns into a belief in…
Naga Women’s Rights: Why Customary Laws Need Urgent Review | Monalisa Changkija
Though ancient, Naga customary laws are comprehensive, encompassing not only punitive measures for crimes but also issues relating to marriage, property, inheritance and child custody Monalisa Changkija Various forms of…
Kohima restricts gatherings around Lok Bhavan as NYM calls off public gathering
The Kohima district administration has imposed restrictions on unauthorised public gatherings, rallies and demonstrations around Lok Bhavan from Wednesday, citing security concerns, as the Naga Youth Movement (NYM) called off…
NSA, Zunheboto Government College hold seminar on materiality and local culture
The Naga Scholars’ Association (NSA), in collaboration with the Research and Development Cell of Zunheboto Government College, organised a one-day seminar on “Materiality, Infrastructure and Local Culture: The Cross-Disciplinary Interaction”…
The ‘chosen people syndrome’ in Naga society
Naga society takes pride in its identity, history and traditions. Yet our persistent divisions along tribal, village and clan lines reveal how easily pride in one’s own people can become…
Naga Council Dimapur opposes NSCN/FRGN directives
NCD raises concerns over Sunday closures, liquor prohibition, drug control and restrictions on non-local businesses The Naga Council Dimapur (NCD) has strongly opposed four resolutions issued by the NSCN/FRGN, saying…