Democracy and the Emergence of Political Totalitarianism
India, in the twenty-first century, stands tall as a nation of remarkable economic growth and military strength. Ranked among the world’s leading powers, it is undeniably “coming of age” in…
NSF announces mass rally against compulsory Vande Mataram in Kohima; AKM stands in solidarity
AKM calls for peaceful campus demonstrations across Mokokchung district In response to the Ministry of Home Affairs’ directive dated 28 January 2026 mandating the compulsory observance and singing of the…
NPP Nagaland raises concern over directive on Vande Mataram
The National People’s Party (NPP) Nagaland has expressed concern over a directive relating to the recitation or singing of Vande Mataram before the National Anthem of India at official functions…
ABAM, Angami Students’ Union, Nagaland Pentecostal Mission reject mandatory “Vande Mataram” singing
A chorus of Naga Christian organizations and student bodies has expressed strong opposition to any move to make the singing of Vande Mataram compulsory at government functions like the Nagaland…
NPCC criticizes Imna Along over Vande Mataram remarks, warns against ideological imposition
The Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) has expressed deep concern over recent remarks made by Minister Imna Along in the Nagaland Assembly, who reportedly attempted to justify compulsory respect for…
NTPRADAO opposes singing of ‘Vande Mataram’ in Nagaland Assembly
The Nagaland Transparency, Public Rights Advocacy and Direct-Action Organisation (NTPRADAO) has expressed strong opposition to the singing of Vande Mataram at official events and inside the Nagaland Legislative Assembly, calling…
‘I bow to thee, Mother’- But Nagas, the Distinct: A Republic’s Promise | Rampisinang Pipi Newme
As part of the year-long celebration of the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on January 28, 2026, issued a directive mandating that all…
Students remain seated during ‘Vande Mataram’ at NU convocation
Development comes amid ongoing debate in Nagaland following MHA directive on playing of the National song Students at Nagaland University were seen remaining seated while the national song Vande Mataram…
NTHCC, representing eight tribal bodies joins growing opposition to ‘Vande Mataram’ in Nagaland
Committee highlights Nagaland’s unique constitutional status and safeguards under Article 371A, urging respect for religious and cultural practices in the state The Nagaland Tribal Hohos Coordination Committee (NTHCC), representing the…
NPF urges Centre to respect Nagaland’s secular identity, opposes Vande Mataram
The Naga People’s Front (NPF) has expressed strong opposition to the mandatory recitation of Vande Mataram in educational institutions and the Nagaland Legislative Assembly, calling it a threat to the…