The Cost of Silence
The alarm raised by the Ao Kaketshir Mungdang (AKM) over the substandard construction of the Dr Imkongliba Memorial District Hospital (IMDH) in Mokokchung must not be taken lightly. It is…
A Society Defined by Its People
It is not the geography, and certainly not the topography, that is to blame for Mokokchung falling behind the rest of the world in every conceivable metric. Perhaps, it is…
The Price of Silence
When corruption seeps into every layer of society, it becomes more than a vice; it becomes the air people breathe. It ceases to be just an ethical issue; it becomes…
Uplifting society through quality education | Thsachoba TS
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the 21st century, quality education has emerged as a cornerstone for individual empowerment, economic growth, and societal progress. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected…
Rethinking Authority in Naga Society
In Naga society, four institutions have largely defined every aspect of public and private life: the government, the church, the tribal bodies, and the village. These four pillars, deeply embedded…
Corruption in a Society of Paradoxes
We live in what may be best described as a society of paradoxes – a place where contradictory forces coexist and even reinforce each other. This is nowhere more visible…
The Silence of the Individual
In recent weeks, newspaper headlines have been dominated by yet another wave of corruption allegations and administrative anomalies. As expected, civic organizations have swiftly issued statements, voiced disapproval, and demanded…
FAC Seminar on Media and Society urges critical thinking
Why does our society still uphold superstitious beliefs? Why does our society fail to punish corruption and reward integrity? What must we do to overcome tribalism and village-ism? Does religion…
The News We Deserve
The role of journalism today stands at a crucial crossroads, particularly in small towns and communities like ours, as the world is overwhelmed by the noise of social media and…
Fairness, Courage and Collective Progress
A just and thriving society cannot exist without fairness at its core. Fairness is not about sameness – it is about opportunity, dignity, and justice for all, regardless of background…