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Nagaland to mark World Red Cross Day with ‘Walk for Humanity’ on May 8

Nagaland to mark World Red Cross Day with ‘Walk for Humanity’ on May 8

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Kohima, The Indian Red Cross Society Nagaland State Branch is set to commemorate World Red Cross Day on May 8 with a major public outreach event titled ‘Walk for Humanity’, aligning with this year’s global theme, ‘United for Humanity’. Nagaland to mark World Red Cross Day with ‘Walk for Humanity’ on May 8 The day marks the 198th birth anniversary of Jean Henri Dunant, the visionary founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross and the first recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. World Red Cross Day is observed worldwide to honour Dunant’s legacy and recognise the humanitarian services rendered by Red Cross volunteers across conflicts, disasters, and crises. This year’s theme, “United for Humanity”, emphasises solidarity in the face of increasing global challenges, including conflicts and attacks on humanitarian workers. Speaking at a press briefing, officials of IRCSN, led by its general secretary Akhale Khamo, highlighted that the theme seeks to “reclaim the narrative in the face of dehumanising trends”, reminding society that both volunteers and beneficiaries are “human beings, not statistics”. In …

Nagaland adhoc teachers’ strike for service regularisation enters 6th day; decides to intensify stir| India News

Nagaland adhoc teachers’ strike for service regularisation enters 6th day; decides to intensify stir| India News

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Kohima, The ongoing protest by the All Nagaland Adhoc Teachers Group -2015 batch entered its sixth day on Tuesday, with the members warning to further escalate their agitation if their long-pending demand for service regularisation is not addressed. Nagaland adhoc teachers’ strike for service regularisation enters 6th day; decides to intensify stir The agitation, which began on February 4, has been continuing at Naga Solidarity Park here, where members have been gathering daily to press for implementation of earlier assurances and policy decisions related to the regularisation of the ad hoc teachers appointed in 2015. ANAGT leaders said they have decided to launch a hunger strike, and preparations are already in place for its commencement if the government does not respond positively by Tuesday. According to sources within the group, around 20 volunteers have come forward and are ready to participate in the hunger strike. The ANAGT-2015 batch stated that the decision reflects growing frustration over prolonged delays, despite multiple rounds of dialogue, representations, and committee recommendations over the years. They maintained that the issue …

Nagaland capital to join national rail network as Dimapur-Kohima project progresses fast: Railways| India News

Nagaland capital to join national rail network as Dimapur-Kohima project progresses fast: Railways| India News

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New Delhi, : Kohima, the capital of Nagaland, is being integrated with the national rail network, with the 78.42-km Dimapur-Kohima railway line project progressing steadily, the North East Frontier Railway said on Friday. Nagaland capital to join national rail network as Dimapur-Kohima project progresses fast: Railways According to the NFR, around 40 per cent of the project has already been completed, and construction work on the remaining stretch is progressing at rapidly. “The new line starts from Dhansiri, an existing station on the Lumding-Tinsukia main line near Dimapur in Nagaland, and extends up to Zubza, located on outskirts of Kohima, around 20 km from the city,” a senior railway official said. “Declared a project of national importance, the new rail link will provide direct connectivity between Kohima and the national capital. The project is targeted to be completed by December 2029,” he added. Updating on the progress, NFR said out of the eight stations Dhansiri, Dhansiripar, Shokhuvi, Molvom, Pherima, Piphema, Menguzuma and Zubza that lie on the route, four have been completed. These include Dhansiri, …

Hornbill Festival records over 1.13 lakh visitors in first six days

Hornbill Festival records over 1.13 lakh visitors in first six days

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Kohima, The 26th edition of the Hornbill Festival has attracted 1,13,667 visitors in the first six days, Nagaland government said in a statement on Sunday. Hornbill Festival records over 1.13 lakh visitors in first six days According to data, domestic and local tourists formed the bulk of the visitors, while foreign tourist turnout remained steady. The total footfall included 1,645 foreigners, 28,637 domestic tourists and 83,385 local visitors. Saturday had the highest turnout at 22,786 visitors, including 205 foreigners, 5,792 domestic tourists and 16,789 locals. The first day of the festival had 22,508 visitors, followed by 18,010 on the second day, 15,324 on the third, 15,753 on the fourth, and 19,286 on the fifth day. Organisers said the numbers are expected to rise further as the 10-day festival continues to draw visitors from across India and abroad. On Sunday, the 18 tribes of Nagaland continued to showcase their rich culture and traditions to thousands of attendees. Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton served as host, while Advisor and MLA Dr Kekhrielhoulie Yhome was co-host. Secretary of …

Nagaland inks MoU with Toyota Kirloskar Motor to strengthen health, education sectors

Nagaland inks MoU with Toyota Kirloskar Motor to strengthen health, education sectors

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Kohima, The Investment and Development Authority of Nagaland signed an MoU with Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd on Tuesday for strengthening the state’s health and education sectors. Nagaland inks MoU with Toyota Kirloskar Motor to strengthen health, education sectors Under the MoU, the health interventions will focus on upgrading essential facilities, expanding access to services, and strengthening both rural and urban healthcare systems. The education initiatives will support infrastructural improvements, digital learning, and skill development, enabling Nagaland’s youth to be better prepared for emerging opportunities. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio reiterated that healthcare and education are priority sectors for Nagaland. He stated that this MoU provides a vital impetus to improving the lives of rural communities, where infrastructural gaps and the need for skill development remain pressing challenges. He emphasised that the initiatives undertaken by Toyota Kirloskar offer a meaningful pathway for long-term improvement. Reflecting on his recent visit to the Toyota manufacturing facility and the educational institution run by TKM Pvt Ltd, Rio noted that the school’s model of experiential learning and …

Hornbill Festival records over 1.13 lakh visitors in first six days

Northeast given ‘top priority’ in infra, investment, skill development: Nirmala Sitharaman

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Kohima, Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said the Northeast has been given “top priority” by the central government in terms of infrastructure, investments, skill development and digital expansion. Northeast given ‘top priority’ in infra, investment, skill development: Nirmala Sitharaman She made the remarks while interacting with students and young professionals at the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology Kohima, where participants raised questions on the Act East Policy, emerging technologies, women’s financial empowerment and digital inclusion. “Northeast has been kept at the centre of policy when you’re looking at development, skills, investments,” she said in response to a query by Rishabh Sethi on leveraging the Act East Policy for innovation and trade. The region, she noted, is now supported by stronger connectivity, improved digital infrastructure and widening market access. After decades of lagging infrastructure, the Northeast is witnessing rapid upgrades in highways, airports, digital networks and logistics. “Capacities have been ramped up… and digital capabilities are catching up very fast,” she said, adding that the region’s location makes it …

Regularisation of asst profs: Nagaland govt assures action, pressure groups to resume agitation | Latest News India

Regularisation of asst profs: Nagaland govt assures action, pressure groups to resume agitation | Latest News India

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Kohima, Even as the Nagaland government on Monday decided to half the time given to a panel to submit its recommendation on the regularisation of 147 assistant professors in higher education department, pressure groups decided to resort to agitation from April 29. Regularisation of asst profs: Nagaland govt assures action, pressure groups to resume agitation The state government held three meetings during the day – the Cabinet meet, with the Naga Students’ Federation and the Combined Technical Aspirants Nagaland and Nagaland NET Qualified Forum . Addressing a press conference after the meetings, Deputy Chief Minister T R Zeliang said that the state cabinet deliberated on the demands for revocation of the April 21 regularisation order and also the suspension of the High Power Committee constituted to look into the matter and submit its report within eight weeks. He said that the meeting decided to cut down the duration of the HPC to submit the report to four weeks from eight weeks. Zeliang said that following the Cabinet decision, he along with Minister K G Kenye …

No justice can prevail unless people are aware of their rights: Justice Gavai | Latest News India

No justice can prevail unless people are aware of their rights: Justice Gavai | Latest News India

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Kohima, Supreme Court judge, Justice B R Gavai, on Saturday asserted that there can be no justice unless people are aware of their rights and entitlements enshrined in different laws. No justice can prevail unless people are aware of their rights: Justice Gavai Justice Gavai, who is also the executive chairman of the National Legal Services Authority , was addressing the valedictory function of a legal services camp organised by the Nagaland State Legal Services Authority in collaboration with the state government. Justice Gavai expounded the role of the NALSA which strives to reach out to the remotest parts of the country to ensure ‘access to justice for all’. He also highlighted the unique feature of Article 371 which states that no Act of Parliament can apply to Nagaland with respect to the religious or social practices of the Nagas, administration of civil and criminal justice involving decisions according to the Naga customary law, and the ownership and transfer of land and its resources, unless the state assembly decides otherwise by a resolution. Union Minister …

NCC a movement that shapes character, instils patriotism: Nagaland Guv | Latest News India

NCC a movement that shapes character, instils patriotism: Nagaland Guv | Latest News India

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Kohima, Nagaland Governor La Ganesan on Sunday termed the NCC as a movement that shapes character, instils patriotism, and grooms the future leaders of our country. NCC a movement that shapes character, instils patriotism: Nagaland Guv The governor said this while addressing the felicitation programme of NCC Cadets organised to celebrate the achievements of the cadets who brought laurels to the state, a Raj Bhavan release said. “The NCC is much more than a youth organisation—it is a movement that shapes character, instils patriotism, and grooms the future leaders of our great nation,” said Ganesan. Lauding the spirit of dedication, discipline, and service displayed by the National Cadet Corps , the governor expressed happiness in celebrating the cadets’ accomplishments, the release said. “Today, we felicitate cadets who have brought pride to our state through their remarkable accomplishments. Some of you marched with pride at the All India Republic Day Parade in New Delhi, while others brought home medals from national events and youth camps. “Many of you have excelled in various NCC programmes with distinction, …

Naga body demands implementation of Frontier Naga Territory before 2024 polls | Latest News India

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Kohima: Dismayed over the Centre’s delay in implementing the assured autonomous council for the six eastern districts of Nagaland ‘Frontier Naga Territory’, the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organization (ENPO) on Saturday held public rallies simultaneously across the six district headquarters demanding effectuation before the forthcoming parliamentary elections. The ENPO represents seven Naga tribes of six eastern districts of Nagaland (File/Representative Photo) The rallies culminated with the adoption of a resolution that the people of the region shall be “compelled” to take their own course of action in the event the Central government does not honour their sentiments and aspirations. Experience Delhi’s rich history through a series of heritage walks with HT! Participate Now The ENPO represents seven Naga tribes of six eastern districts of Nagaland – Mon, Tuensang, Kiphire, Longleng, Noklak and Shamator. Each of the seven constituent tribal units of ENPO submitted a letter addressed to the Governor to their respective deputy commissioners. “If Election Model Code of Conduct is declared by ECI [Election Commission of India] without signing the MoS, we shall not be …