When ‘Luchii’ Holds No Meaning
December, known as “Luchii” in the Ao Naga language, traditionally signifies the month for clearing forests to prepare jhum fields. Historically, December was a time when entire villages would clear…
Angami Women Organization condemns misuse of Naga traditional attire in Instagram reel
The Angami Women Organization (AWO) has expressed disappointment and concern regarding the misuse of Naga traditional attires in an Instagram reel created by Agou Hengoulal Sitlhou. The reel, which has…
KWSA rejects claims of Kachin groups as Nagas, stresses distinct identity
The Kachin Wesean Student Association (KWSA) has reaffirmed the unity of the Kachin people, rejecting any efforts to divide or dilute their identity. The KWSA declared, “The Kachin people stand…
Venuzo Dawhuo wins the 17th Hornbill International Naga Wrestling Championship 2024
The 17th edition of the Hornbill International Naga Wrestling Championship 2024 was held at Chiechama, Kohima, on 6 December 2024, with Jigme Thinley Namgyal, Consul General of the Royal Bhutanese…
Chakhesang Attire Regulatory Board warns against misuse and cultural appropriation of Chakhesang Naga attire and ornaments
The Chakhesang Attire Regulatory Board (CARB) has issued a stern warning against the misuse and cultural appropriation of Chakhesang Naga attire and ornaments. In a statement, CARB highlighted a growing…
Tug of war in traditional Naga style sparks excitement at Hornbill Festival 2024
A Tug of War in Traditional Naga Style competition was held at the main arena of Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, during the ongoing 25th Edition of the Hornbill Festival on…
Global Naga Forum remembers Oting Massacre, calls for justice
The Global Naga Forum remembered the tragic massacre of 14 innocent civilians in Oting, Mon district, on December 4, 2021. In a statement, it said that the heinous crime, perpetrated…
Hornbill Festival Day 2 draws 17,588 visitors: A cultural extravaganza of Naga tribes
The second day of the 25th edition of the Hornbill Festival at Kisama saw a turnout of 17,588 visitors. According to the Department of Tourism, the breakdown of attendees included…
17th Hornbill Wrestling Championship to be held at Cheichama on December 6
The Nagaland Wrestling Association (NWA) has announced the 17th Hornbill International Naga Wrestling Championship, scheduled to be held on December 6, 2024, at Chiechama. A highlight of the Hornbill Festival,…
Campaign medal unveiled at Nagaland State Museum to honor 1879-80 battle of Khonoma
A program for the unveiling of the campaign medal was held on November 16, 2024, at the Nagaland State Museum, Directorate of Art and Culture, Kohima, Nagaland. The program was…