Nagaland: News
Coronavirus: Death toll crosses 14,000; over 4.4 lakh infected
India on Monday reported over 13,000 new coronavirus infections, taking the nationwide total past 4.4 lakh. Meanwhile, with over 300 more fatalities, the death toll crossed 14,000.
Coronavirus: India reports 2.26 lakh cases; will overtake Italy soon
With almost 10,000 new coronavirus infections on Thursday, India recorded its biggest single-day spike yet again.
#CareerBytes: Everything to know about the cadre system of IAS
The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after among the Civil Services of the country.
Don't return, get Rs. 10,000: Nagaland's idea of staying coronavirus-free
Nagaland which has zero cases of coronavirus plans to keep it that way and has asked for support from residents in this regard. If residents don't choose to return now, the state government will give them Rs. 10,000.
Infant mortality rate highest in MP, lowest in Nagaland
Madhya Pradesh has the highest rate of infant mortality, recording 48 deaths per 1,000 live births, government data released on Friday showed. Meanwhile, Nagaland recorded the best infant mortality rate (IMR) across India.
#CareerBytes: Everything to know about the cadre system of IAS
The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after among the Civil Services of the country.
Six states get new Governors; Anandiben Patel appointed UP Governor
In a major reshuffle, the Center has announced the appointment of new Governors in six states, including Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Bihar, Nagaland, and Tripura, on Saturday.
4 killed in Nagaland following mudslides in illegal coal mine
Four miners were killed following mudslides at an illegal coal mine at Yonglok village in Longleng district of Nagaland, police said today.
Nagaland government rejects Citizenship Bill, passes resolution against it
The Nagaland government has passed a resolution in the Assembly, rejecting the contentious Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, amid a walkout by 26 opposition MLAs.
Nagaland Cabinet budges to pressure, rejects Citizenship bill
The Nagaland Cabinet has rejected the citizenship bill, following pressure from various tribal organizations and students bodies.
Nagaland: Measles Rubella vaccination campaign covers 98% of children
Around 98% of the children in Nagaland in the age group of 9 months to 15 years have been vaccinated against measles rubella (MR) during the special vaccination campaign launched by the state government, a Health Department official has said.
North-east not dumping ground for illegal immigrants: NSF
The Naga Students' Federation (NSF), the apex students' body in Nagaland, has demanded the withdrawal of controversial Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2016, saying the north-east cannot be a "dumping ground" for illegal immigrants.
State government 'making efforts' for power projects in Nagaland: Minister
The Nagaland Government is "making all efforts" to engage firms for studying the feasibility of power projects in the state, Minister Neiba Kronu has said.
#NagalandFloods: Sushant Singh Rajput offers Rs 1.25 crore donation
Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput clearly knows the art of winning hearts not just by his excellent acting skills but also by his kind gestures.
#NagalandFloods: Rs. 800cr required for restoration, state needs basic items
Nagaland is finding it difficult to find its feet after floods wreaked havoc on the state. 12 people have lost their lives and lakhs have been displaced.
Nagaland government launches campaign on legal child adoption
The Nagaland government has launched a campaign to create awareness and a better understanding of laws related to child adoption.
#HelpNagaland: As heavy rains kill 12, CM seeks Centre's help
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has sought help from Centre as the Northeastern state is facing a grim disaster after 12 people have lost their lives and over 1,000 have been displaced due to incessant rains.
Nagaland: Rio seeks early settlement of political issue on I-Day
Nagaland CM Neiphu Rio today called for an early settlement of the Nagaland political issue, assuring people that his government is committed to play the role of an active facilitator between the Center and the negotiating parties.
Nagaland CM requests PM to grant assistance for rain-hit state
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has requested PM Narendra Modi for granting immediate interim assistance to combat the crisis in the state due to incessant rain for the past few weeks.
Suspected Nagaland militants attack Assam Rifles; two personnel injured
A commander and a jawan of the Assam Rifles were injured when a suspected Naga armed group attacked their base camp near Nagaland's Mon town today, Assam Rifles sources said.
Bypolls in 1 Lok Sabha, 5 Assembly seats tomorrow
The stage is set for by-polls to one Lok Sabha and five Assembly seats in various states in India's eastern region tomorrow.
Nagaland: 122 dead, 956 injured in road-accidents in 2 years
More than 100 people have died in road accidents in Nagaland in the last two years, an officer of the regional transport has said.
Nagaland MLAs ask for Innova, say Duster not good enough
Even before taking their oaths as legislators, some newly-elected MLAs from the Naga People's Front (NPF) are already concerned about travelling comforts.
Amit Shah: BJP's footprint is increasing with every election
BJP president Amit Shah addressed a press conference after his party's astounding performance in North-East polls. He thanked people of Tripura and Nagaland for reposing faith in BJP and its alliance partners.
How has BJP expanded its Northeast footprint?
Vote-counting is underway in North-East's poll-bound states. It is now clear that BJP will be a part of all the three governments.
Who will become CMs in Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland?
BJP witnessed a zero-to-hero transformation in Northeastern states today.
Tripura, Meghalaya, Nagaland poll results: BJP romps to power
Vote-counting in the North-Eastern states Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland was held today.
Tripura, Meghalaya, Nagaland polls: Parties experience post-poll alliance jitters
Counting of votes in the north-eastern states of Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland will be held tomorrow.
Counting of votes in three north-eastern states tomorrow
The counting of votes for the Assembly elections in three Northeastern states -- Meghalaya, Nagaland, and Tripura -- will be held tomorrow amid tight security, officials said.
BJP promises free Jerusalem-trips for Christians, if voted to power
A month after the Modi government withdrew subsidies for Haj pilgrimages, the BJP is now offering Christians free pilgrimages to Jerusalem if elected to power in Nagaland.
Nagaland: Parties boycott Assembly elections, till Naga issue is resolved
In a setback to next month's assembly elections in Nagaland, major political parties have bowed down to Naga demands. They have decided not to issue party tickets, name candidates and file nominations before the Naga political issue is resolved.
Election Commission announces Meghalaya, Nagaland and Tripura poll dates
The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced dates for elections of the Meghalaya, Tripura and Nagaland assemblies today.
EC may announce dates for Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland polls
The poll season is upon us again. The Election Commission of India will probably announce the polling schedule for assembly elections in Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland today.
Nagaland: Rosemary Dzuvichu and her war on male-dominated politics
Politics remains a largely male-dominated field in India, despite efforts to encourage female representation at various levels.
Nagaland crisis: Zeliang re-appointed CM after Liezietsu skips floor test
TR Zeliang has been re-appointed the Nagaland CM after his rival and incumbent CM Shurhozelie Liezietsu skipped a floor test scheduled to prove majority.
Nagaland crisis deepens: Zeliang approaches the governor to form government
Nagaland spiralled into political chaos recently after former CM T R Zeliang approached the Governor P B Acharya to form a government.
Nagaland encounter: Three terrorists killed, jawan martyred
At least three terrorists, suspected to be from National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-K) and United Liberation Front of Asom (Independent) (ULFA-I), were killed in an encounter in Nagaland's Mon district on June 6.
Nagaland gets a new chief minister
Nagaland CM Zeliang stepped down yesterday conceding to demands of tribal groups who were protesting his government's move to reserve 33% seats for women urban body elections.
Delhiites gear up for hotter days
Delhi witnessed the hottest February 19 in five years with maximum temperature soaring to 30.8 degrees Celsius, six degrees above the normal 24.8.