India’s politics has a youth problem
India is often described as a young nation. Political speeches repeatedly celebrate the country’s demographic advantage, its energetic youth population, and the promise of a generation that will supposedly drive…
Livestock, Rural Economy and the Need to Keep Development Above Politics
Livestock has always been more than an economic activity in Nagaland. It is closely tied to rural livelihoods, food security, and household income. Recent initiatives in Mokokchung, particularly in Asetkong…
MT Explainer | Why Koridang elections are often violent and why change may require more than security
Koridang is one of Mokokchung district’s most politically significant constituencies, but over the years, elections here have often been marked not just by competition, but by tension, clashes, and at…
Humour as a Weapon: How Satire Is Shaping Modern Political Warfare | Monalisa Changkija
Humour, satire, and lampooning have long been part of political conversation and communication across the globe. They assume an even more prominent role during wars and conflicts. The US-Israel war…
A brief Analysis of the future Nagaland politics | S. RICHARD HUMTSOE
The opposition-less government in Nagaland, under the dynamic and capable leadership of the Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Neiphiu Rio, is well-positioned to regain power in the upcoming 15th Nagaland Legislative…
Women’s Reservation: What Lies Between Legislative Promise and Political Narrative | Moajungshi Menon
The recent special session of the Lok Sabha, held from April 16 to 18, 2026, was presented as a historic opportunity to advance women’s political empowerment in India. The government…
When Instinct Fails: The Rise of Numb Minds in Today’s Politics | Monalisa Changkija
One of the least lauded people in the movie industry, including television serials—however sought after they may be—are casting directors. It is admirable how they can select the most suitable…
No Clean Rolls, No Clean Elections
There is no perfect society, and Naga society is no exception. Yet, acknowledging imperfection cannot become an excuse for accepting decay. Today, apart from the longstanding Indo-Naga political question, corruption…
The Ritual of a Broken Ballot
Politics is the process by which people make decisions about how a society is governed. Politics is meant to be the quiet, dignified exercise of collective choice. It is where…
The Dangerous Rise of Manipulative Storytelling in Politics and Society | Monalisa Changkija
Storytelling shapes societies—but when misused, it fuels scams, propaganda and division The world loves a story and the storyteller. The more fantastic the story, the more people lap it up.…