By - Dr. Asangba TzudirIn the Ao Naga traditional customary context, there existed a certain form of fine, and which is still in practice, called ‘kirongmet’ meaning fine imposed for burning house. The rati
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By - Moa JamirA cross-section of the diverse populace of Nagaland envisioned a future rooted in inclusive growth, cultural preservation, and sustainable development in The Morung Express’ ‘Aspirations for N
By - Dr. Asangba TzudirAnother new year is here, and looking around, we seem to have awakened to the same old things with its ‘mundaneness’ albeit a numerical change. Such thoughts lingers without any hope
By Imlisanen JamirThe turn of the year often feels like a crowded marketplace, filled with hawkers peddling advice and promises of reinvention. Everywhere you look, someone has a better way to start over, a bri
By - Moa JamirAs Nagaland transitions into 2025, the year 2024 will undoubtedly be remembered as a turning point, marked by historic milestones and persistent challenges. The long-awaited Urban Local Body (ULB)
By - Imkong WallingThe Government of Nagaland (GoN) has not much to boast about in the development parameters. Electricity, water and roads remain a big issue, while the state-run health and education services
By - Dr. Asangba TzudirConsidering the year that is drawing to a close, the topic of this editorial piece may seem quite unusual, yet, this column has been highlighting about the FYUGP (Four Year Under Graduate
Will Nagaland’s DoA and PWD (NH) turn promises into progress?By Moa Jamir The bold promises made in a single day by top echelons from two key departments concerning livelihood and connectivity in N
By - AkangjunglaThough the doctrine of Jesus Christ and his birth prominently occupies the central theme of Christmas season, the spirit of the celebration cut across different faith and denominations. One of t
Dr Asangba Tzudir The need to tell ‘meaningful stories’ that contributes to the progress of a society was the highlight of Dimapur Press Club Jubilee Celebration. With the evolution of times disseminat-
By - Imlisanen JamirAs the year winds down and the air fills with the scent of festivities, we find ourselves on the cusp of another holiday season. Streets are adorned with lights, homes echo with laughter, an
By - Moa JamirThe promise of e-governance lies in its ability to bring transparency, accountability, and efficiency to public administration. In Nagaland, however, progress in adopting digital governance remain
By - Imlisanen JamirIn October, Joe Rogan—a podcaster with no ties to traditional journalism—hosted Donald Trump for a casual, sprawling three-hour conversation. He also declined an interview with Vice Pres
By - Vishü Rita KrochaThe curtain of the famed Hornbill Festival has been drawn. And if its success is to be counted by the number of visitors, then the 25th edition also saw an overwhelming number of over 2 l
By - Dr Asangba TzudirThe idea of the moral and the moral contentions comes from judgments based on ‘right’, ‘wrong’, ‘good’ and ‘bad’ in various contexts. So, whatever judgments are made is bas-
By - Imkong Walling Governments rationing essential items in times of scarcity or national emergencies are generally well justified. It serves a purpose— to discourage hoarding, and ideally, to ensure th
By - Dr. Asangba TzudirDiscrimination can be generally understood as the unfair treatment of people based on certain characteristics which are defined and which manifests in various forms like exclusion, restri-
By Imlisanen JamirThe Hornbill Festival has always been a curious beast—part cultural showcase, part state machinery, part carnival. At Kisama Heritage Village, this museum comes alive. The exhibits aren’t
By AkangjunglaThe songs of the Indigenous Peoples globally are themed around nature, war, romance and friendship. With the growing popularity to revive and promote traditional art, clothes, music and language,
Dr Asangba TzudirAfter Carbon Credit comes the next big thing for Nagaland. Recently, the World Bank's board of executive directors approved a major 225.5 million dollar initiative, supporting over seven lakh p
