Nagaland

PM Modi greets people of Nagaland on Statehood Day, praises their culture

Nagaland was formally recognised as the 16th state of India on December 1, 1963, with Kohima being declared its capital

AFSPA extended for six months in parts of Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act was on Friday extended for six months in entire Manipur, except the jurisdiction of 13 police stations, in view of the prevailing law and order situation there. The AFSPA, under which a particular state or some areas are declared "disturbed", has also been extended to nine districts in Nagaland and 21 police station areas in five other districts of the state for six months, according to a notification issued by the Union home ministry. The law was also extended to Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts in Arunachal Pradesh and three police station areas, bordering Assam, in Namsai district in the state. The extension of the disturbed area in the particular areas in the three states will be effective from October 1 for six months. The AFSPA, often criticised as a draconian law, gives armed forces operating in disturbed areas sweeping powers to search, arrest and open fire if they deem it necessary. "And whereas, a further review of the law and

Manipur Governor Bhalla to hold additional charge as Nagaland Governor

The President has appointed Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla also to oversee Nagaland after the passing of Governor La Ganesan

Nagaland CM mourns Guv Ganesan's demise; Govt declares 7-day state mourning

The Chief Minister said the Governor's selfless service, calm leadership, and enduring devotion to justice and unity would be remembered

Nagaland Governor La Ganesan passes away at 80 in Chennai hospital

Nagaland Governor La Ganesan died on Friday while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Chennai, a Raj Bhavan official said. He was 80. Ganesan was undergoing treatment at the ICU of the hospital for the past few days and he died on Friday night, the Kohima Raj Bhavan PRO said. On August 8, Ganesan had collapsed at his home in Chennai and sustained a head injury, sources said. He was immediately rushed to the hospital, where doctors admitted him to the ICU to undergo intensive monitoring and treatment. Ganesan was appointed the 21st governor of Nagaland on February 12, 2023 and he assumed office on February 20 that year.

3 dead, flights suspended as heavy rain wreaks havoc across Nagaland

Three people died, flight operations were suspended and vehicular movement was disrupted on National Highway 29 as incessant rain for the past few days caused flooding across Nagaland, officials said on Monday. Three persons, including a woman, were electrocuted to death in their homes in Dimapur, where floodwaters entered residential areas, while people were seen wading through chest-deep water, they said. The tragic incidents occurred over the weekend in Burma Camp and Kuda Village, the officials said. Flight operations at Dimapur Airport were completely suspended on Sunday after heavy rain inundated the runway and parking areas, an Airport Authority of India official said here. Multiple flights, including those of IndiGo and Air India Express, were cancelled, and passengers were advised to seek updates directly from airlines, he said. The crucial National Highway 29, connecting Dimapur with Kohima, also bore the brunt of the deluge. Landslides triggered by heavy rain have block

Inclusive development key to becoming global power, says Jitendra Singh

Union Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh said inclusive development is the key to India becoming a global power. Launching the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) in Nagaland's Wokha district on Tuesday, he urged the local youth to explore technology-driven agriculture as a potential career path. The event, held at the multi-purpose hall, marked the beginning of a 15-day awareness campaign about tribal welfare schemes, covering 53 villages in seven blocks of the district, in honour of tribal icon Birsa Munda. Noting the transformation of the Northeast in the last decade under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, Singh said Nagaland is a key partner in India's development. He affirmed the government's commitment to inclusive development and called the "end of historical neglect one of India's biggest achievements". He reiterated that with youth participation, technology, and community collaboration, Nagaland and the rest of the Northeast would beco

All 7 NCP MLAs in Nagaland join NDPP, giving CM Rio absolute majority

With this merger, the NDPP's tally increased from 25 to 32. NCP emerged as the third-largest party in the 2023 assembly elections, after the NDPP and its ally BJP, which won 12 seats

9 Nagaland industry groups announce 'indefinite biz shutdown' from May 19

At least nine out of the 17 commerce and industry associations in Nagaland have announced an "indefinite voluntary business shutdown from May 19, protesting against the state government's failure to meet their demand for representation in urban local bodies (ULBs). The decision was announced by Khekugha Muru, president of the Confederation of Nagaland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CNCCI) on Tuesday. The associations have long been demanding nominated seats in their respective ULBs. The CNCCI had earlier declared a state-wide business shutdown on April 24 over the same issue, but called it off after talks with the Nagaland government. The districts that are most likely to be affected by the shutdown include Dimapur, Chumoukedima, Niuland, Peren, Wokha, Zunheboto, Phek, Tseminyu and Meluri, an official of one of the associations said. Muru, however, said the strike would not disrupt essential services. The shutter down is not anti-government. We are only exercising our democrat

Global Naga Forum slams govt over FMR area cut, Indo-Myanmar border fence

The Global Naga Forum has criticised the Centre's decision to reduce the area of the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and fencing of the Indo-Myanmar border in Nagaland. The government's revised border guidelines issued in December 2024, limit cross-border movement under FMR to just 10 km from the border and impose a "border pass" system. An eight-point resolution was adopted during an international hybrid seminar on FMR held under the aegis of Global Naga Forum on Monday and attended by representatives of Naga political parties, civil society organizations, student bodies, scholars, and concerned citizens from across Nagaland and abroad. The declaration, released by the Global Naga Forum (GNF) through its Convenor Chuba Ozukum and Co-Convenor Prof Rosemary Dzuvichu, warned that these measures infringe on indigenous rights, threaten Naga unity, and undermine the centuries-old kinship ties between communities divided by international border. They claimed that fencing of the Indo-Myanmar .

NBSE HSLC, HSSLC 2025: Nagaland 10th, 12th results out at nbsenl.edu.in

NBSE result 2025 for class 10th, 12th has been announced today, April 25, 2025. Students can check and download their exam results through the official website, nbsenl.edu.in

Ashok Leyland partners with Nagaland Rural Bank for vehicle financing

Hinduja Group flagship company Ashok Leyland has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Nagaland Rural Bank to provide customised vehicle financing solutions to its customers, a senior company official said. The Memorandum of Understanding would focus on meeting customer needs by providing vehicle loans with monthly repayment plans based on their preferences. "At Ashok Leyland, we are dedicated to continuously enhancing customer experience and delivering greater value in our products and services. Nagaland Rural Bank is a regional rural bank with a strong presence in the State." Ashok Leyland CFO Balaji K M said. "With this partnership in place, our customers in the region will have access to comprehensive financing solutions with specially curated easy repayment plans," he said. Ashok Leyland Head-Treasury and Direct Taxation C Neelakantan exchanged documents with Nagaland Rural Bank Chairman Velayutham Sadhasivam as part of the MoU, a company statement here said on ...

Afspa extended in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal for six months

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, which gives armed forces operating in disturbed areas sweeping powers and immunity from prosecution unless approved by the Centre, was on Sunday extended for six months in entire Manipur, except the jurisdictions of 13 police stations, in view of the law and order situation there. The AFSPA, which is imposed in areas declared "disturbed", has also been extended to eight districts in Nagaland and 21 police station areas in five other districts of the state for six months, according to a notification issued by the Union home ministry. The law was also extended to Tirap, Changlang and Longding districts in Arunachal Pradesh and three police station areas in Namsai district in the state for six months beginning April 1. The AFSPA, often criticised as a draconian law, gives armed forces operating in disturbed areas sweeping powers to search, arrest and open fire if they deem it necessary. "Whereas the central government after review of the law and

Simultaneous polls will undermine country's federal structure: NPF

The Naga Peoples' Front (NPF) on Saturday strongly opposed the proposal of simultaneous polls to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, asserting that it would undermine India's federal structure and lead to a "one-party rule". Raising the issue of 'One Nation, One Election' (ONOE) during the Zero Hour of the Nagaland assembly, NPF MLA Achumbemo Kikon said it is detrimental to India, which is known for its unity in diversity. He claimed ONOE would undermine India's federal structure and the autonomy of individual states, especially Nagaland, which was born out of a political agreement, with special privileges inserted under Article 371(A) of the Constitution. He argued that synchronising elections would diminish the role of regional parties, which play a crucial part in advocating for local issues. Kikon said ONOE could overshadow regional issues with national political narratives, especially from financially dominant national parties. This shift, he said, would jeopardise the democr

Nabard sees credit potential of Rs 2,106 cr for Nagaland in priority sector

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) projected a credit potential of Rs 2,106.34 crore for 2025-26 under priority sector activities in Nagaland. The projection was made in the State Focus Paper (SFP) released by Advisor for Agriculture Mhathung Yanthan during a seminar organised by NABARD here on Tuesday. The SFP stated that of the total projection, Rs 712 is for agriculture, Rs 968 crore for MSME and Rs 425 crore for other sectors. The paper outlines a comprehensive assessment of the state's credit potential for priority sector activities, which include agriculture, rural development, and infrastructure projects to help guide financial institutions in channelling credit effectively, said NABARD General Manager Pauliankap Bulte. He said banks should focus on extending credit to Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs). Bulte stressed the importance of supporting Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS), including those identified for computerisation und

Congress returns to spotlight in Nagaland, civic polls held after 20 years

Nagaland witnessed a significant political shift this year as the Congress made a comeback by winning the lone Lok Sabha seat in the state after decades of political marginalisation and elections to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) were held for the first time in 20 years with 33 per cent reservation for women, marking a pivotal moment in its political landscape. In the parliamentary elections held earlier this year, Congress candidate S Supongmeren Jamir clinched the state's only Lok Sabha seat, delivering a win that many political analysts termed as a historic resurgence for the party in a state where it had long been absent from the political limelight. Jamir's victory marked the end of a 20-year hiatus for Congress in the state's Lok Sabha elections. The last Congress candidate to win the seat was K Asungba Sangtam, who served from 1999 to 2004. For the state's people, Jamir's triumph carries a deep, symbolic significance, marking a shift in the state's political dynamics, which had be

Centre reimposes protected area permit in Manipur amid security concerns

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has reimposed the Protected Area Permit in Manipur in view of security concerns arising out of influx from neighbouring countries, a state government statement said. The statement issued late on Wednesday night said, "With this reimposition, the movement of foreigners visiting Manipur will be closely monitored, and they are required to obtain the necessary Protected Area Permit (PAP) in accordance with the Foreigners (Protected Areas) Order, 1958. It said the Centre has reimposed the Protected Area Permit in Manipur, Nagaland and Mizoram. The statement also said that the state government has taken notice of the warning issued by an organisation which asked Chief Minister N Biren Singh not to travel to Senapati district to attend a cultural programme by passing through Kangpokpi district by road. It stated "Upon investigation, it has been found that no such organization (Kuki Zo Council) exists in Manipur. The origin and authenticity of this group

Nagaland's governance based on peace for development, says CM Rio

Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Sunday said Nagaland's governance is built on the cornerstone of 'Peace for development and development for peace'. He stressed on fostering unity, inclusivity, and empowering the youth of the state. Addressing the 62nd Statehood Day function, Rio recalled the words of the then President S Radhakrishnan, who spoke about building a society based on "understanding and friendship" to counter hatred and violence, and said that "these words remain profoundly relevant today." The CM called on the citizens of Nagaland to unite in the pursuit of a prosperous future. "On this Statehood Day, I appeal to every citizen to work together to bring smiles and happiness into our lives," Rio said. Urging everyone to contribute towards realizing the state's shared dream of development and prosperity, Rio also acknowledged the ongoing challenges, particularly regarding the Naga political issue, and reiterated the government's commitment to peace, development, and inclusiv

Nagaland govt discusses state's investment potential with UK delegates

A roundtable discussion was held between the Nagaland government and a delegation from the UK on the state's growing opportunities and investment potential. The programme was held Saturday upon the arrival of the UK delegation for the Hornbill festival, a statement said. Discussions were held on partnerships in key sectors such as agritech and creative economy, it said. In his opening remarks, Investment and Development Authority of Nagaland Chairman Abu Metha emphasised the global significance of the Hornbill Festival as a venue for networking and collaboration. He noted Nagaland's transformation into a "land of opportunities" while retaining its rich identity as a land of festivals. Stressing the potential for agritech and the creative economy to drive economic growth, Metha underscored the importance of strategic collaborations with the United Kingdom to usher in a new era of sustainable development for the state. British High Commissioner Lindy Cameron and Director of ...

UK's Chevening Scholarship to reserve 5 seats for Nagaland candidates

The Nagaland government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the British High Commission to reserve five annual slots in the prestigious Chevening Scholarship for aspirants from the state. The MoU was signed by Investment & Development Authority of Nagaland Chairman Abu Metha and British Deputy High Commissioner in Kolkata Andrew Fleming at the chief minister's official residence on Saturday, a statement said. The pact was inked in the presence of Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and British High Commissioner Linda Cameron. The Chevening Scholarship provided by the UK government is aimed at nurturing exceptional individuals with leadership potential, the statement said. This collaboration will provide full funding for a one-year master's degree at any UK university, equipping scholars with advanced knowledge and skills in their chosen fields, it said. Under the terms of the MoU, the Nagaland government would part-fund the reserved slots, enabling aspirants from the state to .