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October 30, 2026 12:34 PM

Election Commission extends SIR timelines in Maharashtra, Delhi, Andhra, Haryana, Telangana & Nagaland

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday revised the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in five states and the Union Territory of Delhi following requests from the concerned chief electoral officers. The states where the electoral roll revision schedule has been tweaked are Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Telangana and Nagaland. The poll panel wrote separately to the five states and the Union Territory of Delhi about extending the timelines. I...

October 14, 2026 3:10 PM

Nagaland gears up for 27th edition of iconic Hornbill Festival

Nagaland has begun preparations for the 27th edition of the iconic Hornbill Festival, one of the state’s biggest cultural events, which will be held at the Naga Heritage Village in Kisama, around 12 km south of the state capital Kohima, officials said on Wednesday. The 10-day festival, which coincides with Nagaland’s Statehood Day on December 1, will be celebrated from December 1 to 10. This year’s Hornbill Festival is expected to witness the participation of several countries, while one...

October 10, 2026 9:40 AM

PM Modi Condoles Passing of Nagaland Deputy CM TR Zeliang’s Son

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed grief over the untimely passing of Kuchi Rangkau Zeliang, son of Nagaland Deputy Chief Minister TR Zeliang. In a message posted on social media platform X, the Prime Minister conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and their friends during this difficult time. “Pained by the untimely passing of Mr. Kuchi Rangkau Zeliang, son of Nagaland’s Deputy CM, Mr. TR Zeliang. My thoughts are with the Zeliang family and their...

September 8, 2026 11:19 PM

AI learns to track Mithun behaviour in real time, opening new possibilities for livestock management

Researchers at the ICAR-National Research Centre on Mithun (ICAR-NRC on Mithun) in Nagaland have developed an artificial intelligence-based system that can detect and track the behaviour of Mithun in real time, a development that could transform livestock monitoring and help farmers manage animal health, welfare and reproduction more efficiently. Mithun, scientifically known as Bos frontalis and popularly called the “Cattle of the Hills”, holds considerable social, cultural and economic imp...

August 30, 2026 1:21 PM

‘Mann Ki Baat’: PM Modi highlights how hobbies, forest conservation, new crops are creating livelihoods

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted several inspiring examples of individuals and communities who have turned their interests, local resources and innovative farming practices into new opportunities for livelihood and economic growth. Speaking during the 137th episode of his monthly radio programme, ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi said, “Sometimes a small hobby opens the door to great possibilities in life. The journey of Vesalu Puro from the Phek district of Nagaland is a case in ...

June 12, 2026 9:57 AM

Amit Shah hails Centre-Assam-Nagaland tripartite MoU, calls it a historic step towards energy security

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday hailed the signing of a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Centre, Assam, and Nagaland, describing it as a historic breakthrough that resolves a decades-old dispute and paves the way for large-scale oil and gas exploration in the region. HM Shah said the agreement reflects the spirit of national unity and cooperative federalism. "A historic tripartite MoU has been signed by the Government of India, the Government of Assam, and the G...

May 19, 2026 12:01 PM

Jyotiraditya Scindia launches Rs 175 crore ‘Coffees of Nagaland’ Mission to build global specialty coffee brand

Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region and Communications Jyotiraditya M. Scindia on Monday launched the ₹175-crore “Coffees of Nagaland” mission, a major initiative aimed at transforming Nagaland into a premium specialty coffee destination under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a developed Northeast. The cluster-based Coffee Value Chain Development Mission seeks to build a globally competitive coffee ecosystem in Nagaland by integrating plantation development, ...

May 4, 2026 4:05 PM

BJP Retains Koridang Seat in Nagaland Bypoll, Imchen Wins

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), part of the ruling People’s Democratic Alliance (PDA) in Nagaland, has retained the Koridang Assembly seat following the by-election held on April 9, with results declared on Monday. According to the Election Commission of India, BJP candidate Daochier I. Imchen defeated Independent candidate Major Toshikaba (Retd) by a margin of 3,123 votes. Imchen secured 7,317 votes, while Toshikaba polled 4,194 votes. At 35, Imchen has been elected to the Nagaland Legisl...

March 29, 2026 2:07 PM

PM Modi highlights Naga community’s ‘Morung’ education system, praises blend of tradition and modern learning

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded the efforts of the Naga community in preserving cultural heritage while promoting modern education during the 132nd edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat. Addressing the nation, the Prime Minister highlighted how communities in Nagaland are integrating traditional knowledge systems with contemporary learning methods. He pointed to the evolution of the “Morung” system - an indigenous model of community-based education - as a notable...

March 6, 2026 4:11 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan addresses 8th convocation of Nagaland University, highlights North-East development

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Friday addressed the 8th convocation ceremony of Nagaland University at its Lumami campus in Nagaland, emphasising the importance of unity, youth empowerment and continued development in the North-East. Addressing students and faculty as the chief guest, the Vice-President said it was a pleasure to begin his first visit to the North-East from Nagaland after assuming the V-P office. He described the state as a place where “nature, culture and courage blend...