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Nagaland intensifies ASF containment measures; pork sale restricted in several districts

Nagaland intensifies ASF containment measures; pork sale restricted in several districts

May 23, 2026

Nagaland has tightened surveillance and district-level restrictions after African Swine Fever outbreaks in several areas. The measures aim to contain the disease and limit losses for pig farmers and traders.

Nagaland Police urge people to maintain peace amid concerns over spillover of tensions from Manipur

Nagaland Police urge people to maintain peace amid concerns over spillover of tensions from Manipur

May 23, 2026

The Nagaland Police has appealed to citizens to maintain peace, communal harmony and vigilance amid concerns that the prevailing law and order situation in neighbouring Manipur could have spillover effects in the state.

Centre’s ‘Jan Bhagidari Abhiyan’ launched in Nagaland's Kohima to strengthen last-mile service delivery

Centre’s ‘Jan Bhagidari Abhiyan’ launched in Nagaland's Kohima to strengthen last-mile service delivery

May 22, 2026

The Centre launches Jan Bhagidari Abhiyan in Nagaland to boost last-mile service delivery. The initiative emphasises community involvement and transparency in governance.

‘Preserving tribal heritage is not anti-development’: Nagaland governor sounds cultural alarm

‘Preserving tribal heritage is not anti-development’: Nagaland governor sounds cultural alarm

May 22, 2026

Nagaland Governor and Chief Rector of Nagaland University, Nand Kishore Yadav, on May 22 said preserving tribal heritage should not be viewed as opposition to development, but rather as an effort to ensure that progress remains culturally sensitive, inclusive and sustainable.

Dimapur no-confidence motion withdrawn after NPF councillors reconcile

Dimapur no-confidence motion withdrawn after NPF councillors reconcile

May 21, 2026

A special meeting scheduled to consider a no-confidence motion and floor test against Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC) chairperson Hukheto Yepthomi has been cancelled following reconciliation among councillors of the Naga People’s Front (NPF).

Nagaland launches AI-powered supercomputing platform ‘Eliona’ for disaster management

Nagaland launches AI-powered supercomputing platform ‘Eliona’ for disaster management

May 21, 2026

Nagaland launches Eliona, an AI-driven supercomputing platform to enhance disaster management. The initiative aims to improve prediction and emergency response using advanced technology.

Union Minister reviews development projects in Nagaland’s Longleng district

Union Minister reviews development projects in Nagaland’s Longleng district

May 20, 2026

Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi on Wednesday, May 20, stressed the importance of effective implementation of MSME and centrally sponsored schemes while reviewing developmental activities in Nagaland’s Longleng district.

Nagaland consultative meet calls for balancing child protection laws with Naga customary practices

Nagaland consultative meet calls for balancing child protection laws with Naga customary practices

May 19, 2026

Nagaland Social Welfare Secretary Liawabang Jamir on Tuesday, May 19, stressed the need to implement child protection and adoption laws in a manner that remains legally robust while respecting Naga customary practices and traditional systems of care.

Nagaland bets big on coffee economy with Rs 49 crore ‘Coffees of Nagaland’ mission

Nagaland bets big on coffee economy with Rs 49 crore ‘Coffees of Nagaland’ mission

May 18, 2026

Union DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and Neiphiu Rio on May 18 jointly launched a major cluster-based coffee value chain project aimed at transforming Nagaland into a premium coffee-producing state.

NSCN-K (Niki) expresses concern over killings in Southern Nagaland, calls for unity among Nagas

NSCN-K (Niki) expresses concern over killings in Southern Nagaland, calls for unity among Nagas

May 17, 2026

NSCN-K (Niki) calls for unity to address violence in Southern Nagaland. The group urges dialogue and cooperation to restore peace and calm local tensions.

Nagaland Police destroy narcotics worth over Rs 36 crore in Kohima

Nagaland Police destroy narcotics worth over Rs 36 crore in Kohima

May 16, 2026

Nagaland Police destroyed narcotics worth Rs 36 crore in Kohima as part of efforts to combat drug trafficking. Officials urge public cooperation to maintain peace and order.

Nagaland: No-confidence motion moved against Dimapur Municipal Council chairperson

Nagaland: No-confidence motion moved against Dimapur Municipal Council chairperson

May 15, 2026

A no-confidence motion has been moved against Hukheto Yepthomi, chairperson of the Dimapur Municipal Council, officials said on Friday, May 15.

ULFA(I) cadre surrenders before security forces in Nagaland

ULFA(I) cadre surrenders before security forces in Nagaland

May 12, 2026

An active cadre of the banned insurgent outfit United Liberation Front of Asom (Independent) surrendered before the Assam Rifles and other security agencies in Nagaland on May 11, 2026, officials said.

NPF farmers’ wing to launch statewide tour to assess farming challenges across Nagaland

NPF farmers’ wing to launch statewide tour to assess farming challenges across Nagaland

May 09, 2026

The farmers’ wing of the ruling Naga People's Front on Saturday, May 9, announced a statewide tour aimed at directly engaging with farming communities across Nagaland to understand ground realities, identify successful farmers, and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

West Bengal will see change in no time: Neiphiu Rio ahead of BJP government’s swearing-in

West Bengal will see change in no time: Neiphiu Rio ahead of BJP government’s swearing-in

May 09, 2026

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on May 9, expressed confidence that West Bengal would witness rapid development under the newly formed BJP government, saying the impact of political change in the state would become visible soon.

Nagaland students’ body warns of stir over delay in girls’ hostel project

Nagaland students’ body warns of stir over delay in girls’ hostel project

May 08, 2026

The All Nagaland College Students' Union (ANCSU) on Friday, May 8, warned the Nagaland government of an agitation if the delay in the construction of a proposed girls’ hostel at Kohima Science College is not addressed within a week.

Akashvani Kohima organises marathon to mark 90 years of broadcasting in India

Akashvani Kohima organises marathon to mark 90 years of broadcasting in India

May 08, 2026

A marathon was organised in Kohima on Friday, May 8, by Akashvani Kohima to commemorate 90 years of radio broadcasting in India.

‘Walk for Humanity’ marks World Red Cross Day in Kohima

‘Walk for Humanity’ marks World Red Cross Day in Kohima

May 08, 2026

A ‘Walk for Humanity’ was organised in Kohima on Friday, May 8, to mark World Red Cross Day, with participants reaffirming the values of compassion, unity, and humanitarian service.

Nagaland opens tribal cultural resource centre to preserve heritage of indigenous communities

Nagaland opens tribal cultural resource centre to preserve heritage of indigenous communities

May 08, 2026

A new cultural initiative aimed at preserving the heritage of indigenous communities has taken shape in Nagaland with the inauguration of the Nagaland Indigenous Tribes Cultural Resource Centre in Kohima on May 7.

Bottom 50% of households in Nagaland receive only 18% of total income: Report

Bottom 50% of households in Nagaland receive only 18% of total income: Report

May 08, 2026

A newly released government report has revealed significant income inequality in Nagaland, with the bottom 50 per cent of households receiving only 18 per cent of the state’s total income, while the top 5 per cent account for nearly 21 per cent.

Dimapur CSOs oppose railway station shift, push for early resolution of land issues

Dimapur CSOs oppose railway station shift, push for early resolution of land issues

May 07, 2026

Civil society organisations (CSOs) based in Dimapur, the commercial hub of Nagaland, have extended their support to the proposed redevelopment of the Dimapur Railway Station into a world-class facility, while urging authorities to resolve ongoing land-related disputes at the earliest.