Big-Fish-Eat-Small-Fish Syndrome
In both business and politics, there exists a phenomenon often described as the “big-fish-eat-small-fish” syndrome, where larger players, equipped with more resources and influence, attract and absorb the talent or…
Why the ‘Cock’ symbol still matters in Nagaland state politics
Amidst reports of a possible merger between the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) and the Naga People’s Front (NPF), one issue stands out as central: the party’s enduring symbol, the…
NDPP installs 370 office bearers in Aonglenden AC; reflects a maturing political machine
The installation of new office bearers for the 26 Aonglenden Assembly Constituency (AC) NDPP unit may appear routine, but remarks made at the event suggest the party is tightening internal…
Time to Reclaim Our Festivals from Populism
In recent years, festivals like Moatsü and Tsüngremmung, once vibrant celebrations of agrarian life and communal gratitude, have been gradually reduced to performative spectacles, hollowed out by consumerism and hijacked…
The Optics of Deception
In democracies around the world, the manipulation of public perception has become an art form, one often wielded by politicians and governments to obscure reality and serve their own ends.…
Seven NCP MLAs merge with NDPP, giving CM Rio a stronger hold
A quiet power shift in Nagaland A major political development took place in Nagaland on 31 May as all seven Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) MLAs joined the CM Dr Neiphiu…
Nagas’ Tumultuous Politics Derailing its Creator-Given Inheritance: Analysis and Suggestions | Dr Vikuosa Nienu
Handwriting on the wall reveals the direction in which Nagas’ political fate is headed, demanding serious attention and action. As the current situation unfolds, the Nagas are far from achieving…
How can the increasing criminalization in politics be stopped | Ramesh Sarraf Dhamora
The morality of the politicians of our country is decreasing day by day. Many big leaders remain in the news every day due to their controversial statements. At the same…
Women Leaders In European Politics
It is interesting to observe European or Western politics and the divide between the Left, Centre, and Right. In European or Western politics, the “right wing” is a political ideology…
Identity Politics and the Gender Card
The recent allegation by BJP Rajya Sabha MP from Nagaland, Phangnon Konyak, against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has reignited debates about the misuse of identity politics and the gender card.…