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Nagaland Legislative Assembly unanimously adopts Governor’s motion amid FNTA pact, racism concerns and ‘Vande Mataram’ debate

Nagaland Legislative Assembly unanimously adopts Governor’s motion amid FNTA pact, racism concerns and ‘Vande Mataram’ debate

Mar 04, 2026

The second day of the 8th Session of the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly, held at the NLA Hall in Kohima, witnessed intense deliberations on the Motion of Thanks to the Governor’s Address, culminating in its unanimous adoption by the House.

Nagaland government teachers suspend protest after student bodies intervene

Nagaland government teachers suspend protest after student bodies intervene

Mar 03, 2026

A total of 2,293 teachers, largely from the RMSA 2010 and 2013 batches under the Nagaland Government Teachers Association (NGTA), had been demanding that their salaries be brought under the State non-plan head instead of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme.

Nagaland Assembly orders select committee review after ‘Vande Mataram’ controversy

Nagaland Assembly orders select committee review after ‘Vande Mataram’ controversy

Mar 03, 2026

Nagaland Legislative Assembly on March 3 resolved to refer the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) directive on the singing of Vande Mataram to a select committee for examination of its applicability in the state.

Nagaland assembly condemns racial attacks on northeast residents, calls for constitutional balance

Nagaland assembly condemns racial attacks on northeast residents, calls for constitutional balance

Mar 03, 2026

Nagaland Assembly condemns racial attacks on northeast residents and urges prompt government action. Lawmakers call for awareness, education, and protection of constitutional values to ensure harmony

Nagaland MLA raises objection over mandatory ‘Vande Mataram’ order in Assembly, cites constitutional protections

Nagaland MLA raises objection over mandatory ‘Vande Mataram’ order in Assembly, cites constitutional protections

Mar 03, 2026

A significant constitutional debate unfolded in the Nagaland Legislative Assembly after MLA Dr Tseilhoutuo Rhütso raised strong objections to the compulsory singing of Vande Mataram under a recent directive from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), calling for an urgent review in light of Nagaland’s unique religious and constitutional protections.

Life term for 2020 minor murder: Dimapur court convicts accused under POCSO

Life term for 2020 minor murder: Dimapur court convicts accused under POCSO

Mar 03, 2026

In a significant breakthrough in a 2020 murder case involving a minor, the Dimapur Police secured the conviction and life sentence of the accused, Yilobemo Mozhui, marking a major step in delivering justice.

Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla highlights Naga peace efforts, Frontier Nagaland Authority in Assembly address

Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla highlights Naga peace efforts, Frontier Nagaland Authority in Assembly address

Mar 02, 2026

Governor Bhalla emphasises dialogue and cooperation for peace in Nagaland. He highlights the Frontier Nagaland Authority's role in development and calls for united support.

Nagaland: George Kurian reviews key welfare, infrastructure issues during Tuensang visit

Nagaland: George Kurian reviews key welfare, infrastructure issues during Tuensang visit

Mar 02, 2026

George Kurian reviews welfare and infrastructure projects in Tuensang, Nagaland. He stresses timely implementation and quality development to improve living standards.

NPF appoints KG Kenye as party chief whip in Nagaland Legislative Assembly

NPF appoints KG Kenye as party chief whip in Nagaland Legislative Assembly

Mar 01, 2026

The Naga People’s Front (NPF) on February 27 appointed senior leader K. G. Kenye as the Party Chief Whip of the NPF Legislature Party in the 14th House of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly.

Nagaland rolls out free HPV vaccination for 14-year-old girls

Nagaland rolls out free HPV vaccination for 14-year-old girls

Feb 28, 2026

In a major push to eliminate cervical cancer, Nagaland on February 28 launched the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme targeting all eligible 14-year-old girls, with the vaccine to be provided free of cost at government health facilities across the state.

Nagaland government teachers to intensify protest from March 2

Nagaland government teachers to intensify protest from March 2

Feb 27, 2026

The Nagaland Government Teachers' Association (NGTA) on February 27 announced that it will intensify its protest from March 2, citing the failure of its earlier agitations to elicit a response from the state government.

Daklane School in Kohima upgraded to government high school after 72 years

Daklane School in Kohima upgraded to government high school after 72 years

Feb 27, 2026

One of the oldest educational institutions in Kohima was officially upgraded to a Government High School (GHS) on February 27, 72 years after its establishment in 1954.

Nagaland: 2293 mainstreamed teachers launch indefinite protest over salary budget head

Nagaland: 2293 mainstreamed teachers launch indefinite protest over salary budget head

Feb 26, 2026

As many as 2,293 members of the Nagaland Government Teachers’ Association (NGTA) on February 26 launched a protest in Kohima, demanding that their salaries be drawn from the state’s non-plan expenditure head instead of Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS).

Nagaland signs 20-year MoU with IMD for doppler weather radar installation

Nagaland signs 20-year MoU with IMD for doppler weather radar installation

Feb 26, 2026

The Nagaland government’s Department of Higher Education on February 26 signed a 20-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to strengthen weather forecasting, agrometeorological services and atmospheric research in the state.

Meghalaya: North East Festival of Rice celebrated in Chumoukedima, focus on heritage and sustainability

Meghalaya: North East Festival of Rice celebrated in Chumoukedima, focus on heritage and sustainability

Feb 26, 2026

The North East Festival of Rice in Meghalaya highlighted the region's cultural heritage and sustainable farming. It promoted traditional rice varieties and eco-friendly agricultural practices.

Nagaland School Education Dept says employees cannot decide budget head for salaries amid SSA, RMSA agitation

Nagaland School Education Dept says employees cannot decide budget head for salaries amid SSA, RMSA agitation

Feb 25, 2026

The Department of School Education, Government of Nagaland, has issued a clarification amid ongoing agitation by mainstreamed Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) and Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA) teachers of the 2010 and 2013 batches over the release of their salaries.

Nagaland Assembly budget session to commence from March 2

Nagaland Assembly budget session to commence from March 2

Feb 25, 2026

The budget session of the Legislative Assembly of Nagaland will begin on March 2 and will be conducted in two phases, officials said on February 25.

Nagaland Congress MP condemns racial attacks on Northeast citizens

Nagaland Congress MP condemns racial attacks on Northeast citizens

Feb 25, 2026

S. Supongmeren Jamir, the current Lok Sabha MP from Nagaland representing the Indian National Congress, has strongly condemned recent incidents of racial discrimination and physical assault targeting people from the Northeast in different parts of the country.

Naga students’ body condemns attacks on northeastern women, demands action

Naga students’ body condemns attacks on northeastern women, demands action

Feb 25, 2026

The Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) has strongly condemned the recent spate of racial and physical attacks targeting women from India’s Northeastern region, including a harrowing incident involving a young doctor from Nagaland at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Gorakhpur.

Nagaland launches three-pillar reform to rebrand public schools

Nagaland launches three-pillar reform to rebrand public schools

Feb 25, 2026

The Nagaland School Education Department has embarked on an aggressive restructuring of its school management and governance systems. The reform initiative, described as a structural redesign rather than a systemic overhaul, was announced by Kekhrielhoulie Yhome on Tuesday, February 24.

Nagaland Medical Students’ Association slams racial assault on Naga doctor at AIIMS Gorakhpur

Nagaland Medical Students’ Association slams racial assault on Naga doctor at AIIMS Gorakhpur

Feb 24, 2026

The Nagaland Medical Students' Association (NMSA) has strongly condemned the alleged incident of racial discrimination and sexual assault involving a Naga doctor pursuing postgraduate studies at All India Institute of Medical Sciences Gorakhpur.