The Cost of Rising Individualism in Society
Most parents naturally aspire for their children to grow up successful, self-reliant, and capable of achieving their fullest potential. There is nothing inherently wrong in this desire. In fact, it…
Individual Conscience and Collective Identity in Naga Society
In many traditional societies, including among the Nagas, the sense of self is deeply embedded within the collective. Clan, tribe, and community have long served as sources of identity, protection,…
When Conscience Goes Silent
(Note: This editorial continues the discussion from yesterday’s editorial) The crisis surrounding alleged backdoor appointments in Nagaland has now moved beyond administrative procedure. It has entered the far more uncomfortable…
Is Corruption in Our Genes?
There are times when the scale and persistence of corruption appears so routine, so deeply embedded, that one is tempted to ask whether it has become part of our inheritance,…
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.…
A Culture of Silence in an Age of Information
In any functioning society, news is not meant to be consumed quietly. It is meant to provoke, to question, and to hold power accountable. Yet in Mokokchung and other far…
The Moral Test of a Generation
In every society, age commands respect. In Naga society, as in many indigenous cultures, reverence for elders is a cherished value that binds communities together. It reflects gratitude for sacrifice,…
Lamentations for Integrity Lost
We live in a society so rotten with corruption that morality has become extinct. People wander shamelessly in search of easy money and selfish gain, quick to grovel before the…
Accountability: The Missing Foundation of Naga Society | Aga Rengma
Without accountability, unity is just a slogan & peace is just a pause. The critical question is not who breaks the law, agreements, commitments or contracts.
Collectivism Should Not Silence the Individual
Only by respecting individual freedom can we build a society that is mature, confident, progressive, and capable of meeting the future without fear or insecurity. A society that protects the…