Dr Asangba TzudirWhat does it mean for a media especially the press to report responsibly? To report responsibly is a concern especially in an era dominated by instant information and rapid dissemination of new
Wednesday, 15th October, 2025
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By Moa Jamir The latest breach of road along the Chathe River on the Tsiedukhru range (Pagla Pahar) on September 14, the third major erosion of the NH-29 corridor within a year, can no longer be dismissed-
Information flow through digital media outlets, social networks, news channels, newspapers has become so rapid and with its constant flow, what makes something 'newsworthy' is also evolving though it still rest
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By AkangjunglaThe relationship between truth-telling, healing and reconciliation is a sequential one, where each element is an indispensable forerunner to the next, forming the essential pathway for repairing t
By Imlisanen JamirNineteen people are dead. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned. Parliament in Kathmandu was set on fire, and the army patrols the streets under curfew. These are the results, in their mos
Dr AsangbaTzudirIn today’s fast evolving media landscape, the role of the press in Nagaland has never been more crucial. As the fourth estate, the media holds a very integral position in shaping public opinio-
By Moa JamirThe UDISE+ 2024–25 data for Nagaland captured a mixed reality impressive progress in school infrastructure and governance, but sobering gaps in enrolment, retention, and inclusivity.On the infrast
By Imkong Walling‘Sensationalism’ has come to be associated with journalism. As explained by the dictionary, it means a ploy used by news editors and journalists for capturing eyeballs, at the cost of accur-
The announcement that Nagaland University, in partnership with the state’s Directorate of School Education, will develop written grammars for the eighteen recognised Naga languages marks a historic moment. Fo
By AkangjunglaThe media in Nagaland, much like the state itself, stands at a complex crossroads. It operates in a dynamic and rapidly evolving landscape, where the digital revolution has democratised informatio
Dr AsangbaTzudirNagaland stands at a crossroads today. On one hand the state is blessed with rich cultural heritage, natural resources, and a young population, while on the other, it is grappling with one of th-
By Moa Jamir As the Seventh Session of the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly convenes in Kohima on September 2, the State is once again reminded of the curious balancing act that legislatures often perfor
By Asangba TzudirNagaland continues to grapple with issues of governance, development, and inclusion and this has happened mainly because central and state schemes often fails to reach villages where it is need-
By Imlisanen JamirThere’s a new tic in how people write. They leave in typos, skip metaphors, avoid em dashes—not because they forgot, but because they’re scared. Not scared of editors or readers, but of
By Akangjungla In a democracy, the press does not merely function as a medium of information; it is the essential pillar that ensures accountability and transparency, acting as a watchdog on behalf of the
Dr Asangba TzudirConferences are an opportune time to pause and sincerely reflect on the aspects that would help strengthen its effectiveness while taking the union forward. Another focus which is given importa-
By Moa Jamir On the eve of its 27th General Conference in 2017, this column had observed that the Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) risked slipping into political posturing at the expense of genuine activi
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By Imkong WallingAssam and Nagaland share a chequered love-hate history. The contradiction arising from a longstanding dispute over territory estimated to span some 12,000-plus square kilometres in area, design
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By Imlisanen JamirIn India, credit is being sold as convenience. Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services arrived promising freedom from banks and paperwork. Pay in three clicks, settle the bill later. What began as
By AkangjunglaEducation is the loom on which the fabric of a society is woven. For decades in Nagaland, this loom has been woven with patterns and threads imported from distant lands. While this has brought und
