Nagaland

NO GOVT ASSISTANCE YET AS 9 NOKLAK VILLAGES BATTLE ISOLATION AFTER LANDSLIDE

Noklak, July 30: Residents of nine villages in Noklak district have appealed to the Government of Nagaland and community leaders for immediate intervention after a major landslide washed away a crucial stretch of the Noklak–Tsuwao–Lengnyu PWD Road, cutting off the only road connectivity to their villages. The landslide, which occurred on July 19, also washed […]

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LFI FOUNDER, NOTABLE PHILANTHROPIST ARTHUR EDWARDS LAID TO REST IN DIMAPUR

Dimapur, July 30: Late Arthur Edwards was remembered as a visionary educator, devoted family man, entrepreneur and compassionate leader during a series of heartfelt tributes at his funeral service in Dimapur. Condolence messages from the Diocese of Kohima, family members, village leaders, former students and close associates highlighted his lifelong commitment to serving God and

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‘ACT BEFORE ITS TOO LATE’ PHESAMA COUNCIL URGES URGENT REPAIRS ON NH-2

Kohima, July 29: The Phesama Village Council has urged the Government to take immediate and permanent measures to repair the sinking zone along the Kohima–Mao stretch of NH-2, warning that continued inaction could endanger lives during the monsoon. Following the District Magistrate’s travel advisory, NNN found rocks and mud continuously falling at the affected site,

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LIVINGSTONE FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL FOUNDER, PROMINENT EDUCATIONIST ARTHUR EDWARDS PASSES AWAY AT 80

Dimapur, July 28: Arthur Edwards, the founder of Livingstone Foundation International (LFI), Dimapur, and one of Nagaland’s pioneering educationists, passed away on Tuesday at Eden Hospital. He was 80. Edwards was widely recognised for his lasting contribution to the field of education in Nagaland. Through the establishment of Livingstone Foundation International, he dedicated decades to

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GOVERNMENT OF INDIA HANDS OVER INVESTIGATION OF KHOPANALA EXPLOSION CASE TO NIA

Kohima, July 28: The Government of India has handed over the investigation into the Khopanala explosion case to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). The decision follows a communication from the Ministry of Home Affairs dated July 27. The explosion occurred at Khopanala, Chümoukedima Village, on July 13, 2026, and was initially registered at Chümoukedima Police

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DIMAPUR POLICE, CIHSR TRAIN TRAFFIC PERSONNEL AS FIRST RESPONDERS FOR ROAD ACCIDENTS

Dimapur, July 28: The Commissionerate of Police, Dimapur, in collaboration with the Department of Emergency Medicine, Christian Institute of Health Sciences and Research (CIHSR), successfully conducted a two-day training program for traffic personnel on emergency response to road traffic accidents on July 23 and 24, 2026. The programme focused on equipping traffic police personnel with

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HEAVY RAIN ALERT: KOHIMA, TUENSANG AMONG DISTRICTS UNDER NSDMA WEATHER WARNING

Kohima, July 28: The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) has issued a weather advisory for July 28–31, warning of thunderstorms, lightning and varying intensities of rainfall across the state. According to the advisory, Kohima is likely to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places on July 29, while Mokokchung and Tseminyu may

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CREEPERS ENVELOP OVERHEAD POWER LINES; PUBLIC APPEALS FOR TIMELY MAINTENANCE

Dimapur, July 28: Overgrown creepers and vegetation covering overhead electrical wires and utility poles along several stretches of Dimapur have become a growing concern for commuters and residents, who are urging the concerned authorities to take preventive action before any untoward incident occurs. The issue was observed along Dr. Hokeshe Sema Road near Sematila, as

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VILLAGE PRESERVES WW2 ORAL HISTORY, ARTEFACTS, JAPANESE WAR SITES

VISWEMA, KOHIMA | July 28: In a significant step towards preserving Nagaland’s rich World War II heritage, members of the Nagaland Flatfenders Club (NFC), Dimapur, visited Viswema village under Kohima district, where they explored several historic sites linked to the Japanese occupation during the Battle of Kohima and signed a collaboration agreement with the villagers

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ANCIENT FESTIVAL HONOURING THE GIRL CHILD REVIVED WITH PRIDE AT VISWEMA

Kohima, July 27: The Rachü Women Society on Monday celebrated Telkhukhu Nyi 2026 at Tazweo Kita in Viswema Village, Kohima, reviving one of the Angami community’s oldest traditions dedicated exclusively to honoring the girl child. Observed after the completion of paddy sowing, Telkhukhu Nyi symbolises gratitude, unity, sharing and respect for daughters. During the programme,

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