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Budget 2026–27 focuses on skills, tourism and MSMEs in Nagaland: Union Minister

Budget 2026–27 focuses on skills, tourism and MSMEs in Nagaland: Union Minister

Feb 09, 2026

Nagaland is set to benefit from targeted investments in education, skills, tourism and small enterprises under the Union Budget 2026–27, Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change and External Affairs Kriti Vardhan Singh said on Monday.

Nagaland musician Abdon Mech to open for John Mayer's debut India concert

Nagaland musician Abdon Mech to open for John Mayer's debut India concert

Feb 09, 2026

Nagaland's Abdon Mech will open for John Mayer's debut concert in India. The event promises a grand musical experience for fans across the country

Nagaland mandates strict reporting of foreign nationals’ stay under new immigration law

Nagaland mandates strict reporting of foreign nationals’ stay under new immigration law

Feb 09, 2026

Nagaland introduces a strict immigration law mandating foreign nationals to report their stay. The move aims to boost security and ensure compliance with immigration rules

Medical officers’ regularisation: Naga Students' Federation puts protests on hold, seeks dialogue with HPC

Medical officers’ regularisation: Naga Students' Federation puts protests on hold, seeks dialogue with HPC

Feb 07, 2026

Amid growing uncertainty over the fate of 97 Medical Officers under the Health & Family Welfare Department, the Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) on Saturday, February 7, held an emergency high-level meeting to review the State government’s response following the expiry of its ultimatum on regularisation. While temporarily holding back mass democratic action, the Federation signalled continued vigilance and left the door open for future steps should talks fail to deliver a fair resolution.

Body of missing Tripura youth recovered near Dzukou Valley, Kohima Police confirm

Body of missing Tripura youth recovered near Dzukou Valley, Kohima Police confirm

Feb 07, 2026

Kohima Police confirm recovery of Pranab Das's body in Dzukou Valley on February 7. Investigation involved extensive search operations and technical analysis. No indication of foul play observed at present.

Nagaland ad hoc teachers intensify stir, demand long-pending regularisation

Nagaland ad hoc teachers intensify stir, demand long-pending regularisation

Feb 07, 2026

The All Nagaland Adhoc Teachers Group (ANATG) 2015 Batch on February 6 intensified its agitation demanding regularisation of their services, staging a demonstration in Kohima amid growing frustration over what they describe as years of official inaction.

Dimapur Airport expansion stalled by land dispute

Dimapur Airport expansion stalled by land dispute

Feb 06, 2026

Expansion of Dimapur Airport delayed for over a decade due to land occupied by Assam Rifles Training Centre & School. MP S. Supongmeren Jamir urges the Ministry of Home Affairs to transfer 148.58 acres to Airports Authority of India. Issue directly affects Nagaland’s connectivity, economic growth, and future development.

PM Modi hails Eastern Nagaland deal as ‘historic’, promises development and stability

PM Modi hails Eastern Nagaland deal as ‘historic’, promises development and stability

Feb 06, 2026

Prime Minister Modi calls the Eastern Nagaland agreement historic and a key step towards peace and development. He urges unity and cooperation for the deal's success and regional growth

Historic MoA signed to establish Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority, CM Neiphiu Rio calls it "victory for entire Naga society"

Historic MoA signed to establish Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority, CM Neiphiu Rio calls it "victory for entire Naga society"

Feb 05, 2026

Calling it a landmark step towards inclusive governance and balanced regional development, Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Thursday, February 5 said the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between the Government of India, the Government of Nagaland, and the Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organisation (ENPO) marks a defining moment in the state’s political and developmental journey.

Nagaland CM leads delegation to Delhi, presses Centre on Naga peace talks, border regimes

Nagaland CM leads delegation to Delhi, presses Centre on Naga peace talks, border regimes

Feb 05, 2026

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Thursday, February 5 led a high-level official delegation to New Delhi, forcefully placing a set of long-pending and politically sensitive issues before the Government of India, including the Indo-Naga peace process, restoration of a special financial pattern for the state, and relaxation of the Protected Area Permit (PAP) and Free Movement Regime (FMR).

Nagaland govt signs MoU with IIFT Kolkata to boost exports, set up export facilitation cell

Nagaland govt signs MoU with IIFT Kolkata to boost exports, set up export facilitation cell

Feb 05, 2026

Nagaland government and IIFT Kolkata have joined hands to enhance the state's export potential. The MoU focuses on export facilitation and capacity building for local exporters.

Nagaland cabinet signals breakthrough on Frontier Nagaland Talks, clears way for oil exploration and land reforms

Nagaland cabinet signals breakthrough on Frontier Nagaland Talks, clears way for oil exploration and land reforms

Feb 05, 2026

The Nagaland Cabinet on February 4 took a series of decisive policy calls on the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation’s demand for Frontier Nagaland Territory, oil and natural gas exploration, and long-pending landholding reforms, indicating a more assertive push on politically sensitive and economically critical issues.

Nagaland recruitment issue raised in Parliament as MP flags discrimination in SSC exams

Nagaland recruitment issue raised in Parliament as MP flags discrimination in SSC exams

Feb 04, 2026

A long-standing recruitment anomaly affecting youth from Nagaland was raised in the Lok Sabha on February 4, with Congress Member of Parliament S. Supongmeren Jamir drawing the Centre’s attention to what he described as systemic barriers in Staff Selection Commission (SSC) examinations that have effectively excluded eligible candidates from the state.

Mokokchung band tops youth music showcase in Nagaland

Mokokchung band tops youth music showcase in Nagaland

Feb 02, 2026

Mokokchung band wins Nagaland youth music showcase with a fusion of traditional and modern styles. The event promotes local talent and will continue annually to support young musicians

Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla confers governor’s award 2025 for excellence in arts, music and literature in Kohima

Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla confers governor’s award 2025 for excellence in arts, music and literature in Kohima

Feb 02, 2026

Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla awarded the Governor’s Award 2025 to outstanding contributors in arts, music, and literature in Kohima. The event celebrated cultural achievements and aimed to inspire further growth in the creative fields.

Nagaland CM announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia for victims killed in Kohima bus accident

Nagaland CM announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia for victims killed in Kohima bus accident

Feb 02, 2026

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh each to the families of those killed in a bus accident in Kohima district two days ago.

Wildfire in Nagaland’s southern Dzükou valley largely contained: Officials

Wildfire in Nagaland’s southern Dzükou valley largely contained: Officials

Feb 02, 2026

The wildfire raging in the southern Dzükou valley in Nagaland’s Kohima district entered its eighth day on February 2, with authorities saying the blaze has been largely contained.

Nagaland: Five women killed as private bus overturns near Kohima, mechanical failure suspected

Nagaland: Five women killed as private bus overturns near Kohima, mechanical failure suspected

Feb 01, 2026

At least five women lost their lives and several others were injured after a private bus carrying church members overturned at 10th Mile Road in Kohima on January 31, evening, officials said. The tragic accident occurred around 8:10 pm under the jurisdiction of Chiephobozou Police Station.

Nagaland Mahila Congress flags wage delays, job losses under MGNREGA in state

Nagaland Mahila Congress flags wage delays, job losses under MGNREGA in state

Feb 01, 2026

Nagaland Mahila Congress warns of wage delays and job cuts under MGNREGA affecting rural workers. They urge authorities to act swiftly to resolve these issues

Nagaland: Four killed, several injured as bus overturns near Kohima

Nagaland: Four killed, several injured as bus overturns near Kohima

Jan 31, 2026

At least four women were killed and several others injured when a bus overturned near Kohima on January 31 evening, officials said.

Nagaland: 282 recruits, including 36 women, inducted into Assam Rifles

Nagaland: 282 recruits, including 36 women, inducted into Assam Rifles

Jan 31, 2026

A total of 282 recruits, including 36 women, were formally inducted into the Assam Rifles on Saturday following an attestation parade held at the Assam Rifles Training Centre and School (ARTC&S) at Sukhovi in Chümoukedima district.