Applications invited for State Handloom Expo in Mokokchung
Dimapur, OCTOBER 2 (MExN): The Nagaland Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd. (a Government of Nagaland undertaking) will organise the State Handloom Expo (Hathkargha Mela) at Town Hall, Mokokchung, from October 16 to 29. The expo is sponsored by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handloom), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, New Delhi. The last date for submission of applications is October 10. Interested co-operative societies, producer companies, SHGs, federations, apex societies, handloom and handicrafts agencies, including silk weavers, jute artisans and KVIC, may apply for participation to the Project Cell, NHHDC Ltd., Half Nagarjan, Dimapur. Applications must include detailed address, mobile number, bank account number with IFSC code, and one group photograph of the products proposed for display. All stalls will be provided free of cost. Lumpsum TA/DA and freight charges will be reimbursed as per NHDP guidelines.
Diphupar bodies condemn unprovoked firing
Dimapur, October 2 (MExN): The Diphupar Village Council (DVC), Diphupar Naga Women's Organisation (DNWO), and Diphupar Naga Youth Organisation (DNYO) strongly condemned an ‘unprovoked firing incident’ allegedly carried out by a group of ‘national workers’ in the Diphupar L-Khel area on the evening of September 28. In a statement, the organisations expressed deep dismay that such an incident was occurring at a time when the people are “yearning for lasting peace” and with the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) making sincere efforts to bring all Naga political groups together. ‘Such reckless and irresponsible actions not only disturb public tranquility but also put innocent lives at risk,’ the statement said. The village body issued a stern warning, stating it would ‘not tolerate such acts in the future.’ “If such incidents are repeated, the Diphupar Village Council will have no choice but to declare non-cooperation against the group responsible,” it added. The organisations appealed to all right-thinking citizens and organisations to stand united against such disruptive actions and to continue supporting the collective journey towards peace and reconciliation.
NWHD condemns alleged sexual misconduct
Dimapur, October 2 (MExN): The Naga Women Hoho Dimapur (NWHD) expressed deep shock over recent reports of alleged sexual misconduct by a senior student at Sainik School Punglwa and urged the institution to take strict action. In a statement, the women's body described the incident as deeply concerning and emphasised that such traumatic experiences can cause lasting psychological impact on victims. The NWHD called upon the school administration to treat the matter with utmost seriousness and implement long-term preventive measures. It also urged all educational institutions to remain vigilant and take strong preventive steps against sexual harassment, particularly incidents disguised as “ragging” by seniors. The NWHD appreciated the media for responsibly reporting on the sensitive issue, and stressed the need for creating safe and respectful learning environments for children.
