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Sainik School Punglwa holds investiture ceremony for academic session 2023-24

The investiture ceremony for the Sainik School Punglwa for the academic session 2023-24 was held on Tuesday.... read..

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Nagaland: NDPP leader, former BJP member join Congress ahead of LS polls

In a blow to the ruling alliance in the state, going into the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party leader James Kuotsu and former BJP leader Kidongam Panmei joined the Congress on Thursday in the presence of the party's s... read..

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Army recovers illegal arms and ammunition in Manipur's Bishnupur district

The Army has recovered a large quantity of illegal arms, ammunition, and other war-like stores from the general area of Khujoi Rok Nala near Sadu Kabui village in Bishnupur district of Manipur.... read..

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Indian Army recovers arms, ammunition in Manipur

The Indian Army on Tuesday launched coordinated operations after getting intelligence information regarding the presence of cadres and caches of arms, ammunition, explosives and war-like stores at two different locations first one at Kumbi area of Bishnup... read..

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NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Suman Kumar Bery inaugurates Nagaland's first histopathology unit in Kohima

In a momentous step toward enhancing cancer diagnosis and treatment in the state, the Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, Suman Kumar Bery, inaugurated Nagaland's first histopathology laboratory at Naga Hospital Authority Kohima (NHAK) on Tuesday.... read..

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Congress fields S Supongmeren Jamir from Nagaland Lok Sabha constituency

Congress on Friday announced that S Supongmeren Jamir will contest from the Nagaland Lok Sabha constituency in the upcoming General elections.... read..

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Manipur: India Army organises ex-servicemen rally in Kaprang

The Indian Army organized an ESM Rally at Kaprang in Churachandpur of Manipur on Monday in continuation of its dedicated effort to connect with the Ex-Servicemen (ESM) fraternity. The rally is a follow-up to the rallies conducted by the Indian Army at Bis... read..

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NSCN-K killed, another apprehended in fierce gunfight with Assam Rifles in Nagaland

A member from the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (K rebel faction) was killed and another insurgent was apprehended in a fierce gunfight with Assam Rifles in Nagaland's Mon district in the intervening night of March 3 and 4.... read..

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Nagaland's Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party announces candidate for Lok Sabha polls

Nagaland's ruling party, the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) on Saturday announced it's consensus candidate, Chumben Murry for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.... read..

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Nagaland govt passes resolution on 'Free Movement Regime' along Indo-Myanmar Border

The fourth session of the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly, in its concluding session on Friday, passed a resolution on the Free Movement Regime (FMR) along the Indo-Myanmar Border.... read..

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Nagaland Chief Minister presents budget for 2024-25

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio who also holds the charge of Finance Minister, presented the budget for the financial year 2024-2025 on the second day of the ongoing fourth session of the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly on Tuesday.... read..

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Indian Army organises medical camp for children in Manipur village

The Indian Army organised a medical camp at Ngarumphung village of Kangpokpi district in Manipur on Sunday, the army said in a press release.... read..

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Fourth session of 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly begins today

The fourth session of the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly's budget session commenced on Monday at the Nagaland Legislative Secretariat, with Governor La Ganesan addressing the House on the first day.... read..

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Manipuri students complete 13-day National Integration Tour conducted by Assam Rifles

A 13-day National Integration Tour (NIT), conducted by the Assam Rifles, provided a never-before-experience to 26 Manipuri students, including 12 girls, a platform to share insights, experiences, and ideas aimed at furthering the objectives of national in... read..

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Nagaland CM graces commencement ceremony of Khelo India University Games (Ashtalakshmi) Wrestling

The three-day Khelo India University Games (Ashtalakshmi) Wrestling was formally inaugurated by Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Friday at Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima.... read..

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Security forces recover large quantity of arms and ammunition in Manipur

In two separate joint operations by the security forces, a large quantity of arms and ammunition was recovered from Kangpokpi and Bishnupur districts of Manipur.... read..

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Army organises Upper Assam T20 Cup at Doomduma Cricket Academy Ground

The Indian Army organised the Upper Assam T20 Cricket Cup under Operation Sadbhavna from February 8 to February 11 at Doomduma Cricket Academy Ground, Tinsukia, Assam.... read..

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Students interact with Inspector General, Assam Rifles in Kohima during educational tour

On the sixth day of the educational tour launched by Assam Rifles for the children of border villages, students interacted with the Inspector General, Assam Rifles in Kohima on Saturday.... read..

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Assam Rifles organise flag-off ceremony of National Integration Tour in Kohima

Major General Vikas Lakhera, AVSM, SM, IG, IGAR (N), along with Brigadier Jai Bhagwan Singh Rathi, Deputy Inspector General, HQ 5 Sector, Assam Rifles, flagged off the National Integration Tour of 20 students from Kohima College, Kohima Science College, S... read..

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"Musicians in Nagaland will be encouraged, promoted and propelled": Nagaland CM addresses 4th Edition of Asia Music Summit

The 4th Edition of Asia Music Summit began on Thursday evening in Kohima, Nagaland. 12 countries are participating in the three-day Summit.... read..

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Nagaland: Areca Nuts worth Rs 14.32 crores seized by Assam Rifles

Assam Rifles seized 120 tonnes of areca nuts worth Rs 14.32 crore in an operation launched on National Highway 29 in Nagaland's Kohima on January 29, said police.... read..

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Nagaland Congress Committee stages protest, alleges violence against Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra convoy in Assam

Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee staged a protest demonstration at Congress Bhavan, Kohima, on Monday, and condemned the alleged acts of violence against the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra convoy in Assam.... read..

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Kohima police station bags Best Police Station in Nagaland award

The Chiephobozou Police Station in Kohima district was awarded the best police station in Nagaland award by the Ministry of Home Affairs.... read..

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Nagaland: All India NCC Trekking camp culminated at Kohima; over 500 cadets participated

The All India NCC Trekking Camp culminated at Japfu Christian College, Kohima on Thursday in which 510 cadets from Senior Division and Junior Division NCC from NCC Directorates of Rajasthan, Bihar and Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal and Sikkim and NER atte... read..

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Nagaland problem needs resolution, but lacks conversation: Rahul Gandhi

As Congress's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' entered Nagaland on Tuesday, party leader Rahul Gandhi said that the Naga problem requires resolution, but it is lacking "conversation, listening to each other and working in implementing a solution."... read..

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"Presenting alternative vision before country": Rahul Gandhi on Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday said that through 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra', his party is trying to present an alternative vision before the country, and further took a dig at the BJP by advocating that 'religion of politics' should be followed and... read..

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"Doesn't matter if you're small state, feel equal" says Rahul Gandhi in Nagaland

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi who resumed his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra from Nagaland's Kohima on Tuesday said that the idea of his Yatra is to make sure that even if people are from a small state, they should feel equal to all people in the country.... read..

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"RSS, BJP have made it completely political Narendra Modi function": Rahul Gandhi on Jan 22 Ram Temple ceremony

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday said that RSS and the BJP have made the January 22 function at Ram Temple in Ayodhya "a completely political Narendra Modi function" and that it is difficult for Congress leaders "to go to a political function which... read..

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Nagaland: 550 cadets participate in ongoing All India NCC Trekking Camp at Kohima

Over 550 cadets are participating in the All India NCC Trekking Camp being organised at Japfu Christian College, Kigwema, Kohima district, from January 11 to 18, said PRO, Ministry of Defence on Friday.... read..

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Nagaland: Assam Rifles rescues two abducted civilians

Assam Rifles, in a statement on Sunday, said it rescued two civilians who had been kidnapped by the cadres of the Myanmar-based NSCN-K (Angi Mai) group in the Mon district of Nagaland.... read..

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Nagaland Police busts drug network that trafficked 60 kg heroin worth Rs 400 crore

Nagaland Police have busted one of the biggest drug networks operating in Nagaland and other parts of Northeastern states, said the state police chief Rupin Sharma on Wednesday. Over one year, this network trafficked 60kgs of heroin valued at around 400 c... read..

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Nagaland: Peruvian ambassador Javier Paulinich unveils Tsutuonuomia monolith

Ambassador of the Republic of Peru to India Javier Paulinich on Thursday unveiled the Tsutuonuomia monolith (traditional gate) here.... read..

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Nagaland: Eastern Army Commander unveils development works in Dimapur, Chumukedima

General Officer Commanding-in-Chief Eastern Command, Lt Gen Rana Pratap Kalita on Wednesday visited the Spear Corps HQs at Dimapur, Nagaland.... read..

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US envoy Garcetti visits Bloom Bazaar in Nagaland, calls local business owners "backbone of global economies"

US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, expressed delight on his visit to the Bloom Bazaar in Nagaland. He stressed that local business owners are the backbone of local, national and global economies.... read..

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Nagaland: US envoy Garcetti embarks on scenic hike, looks forward to again visiting 'Land of Festivals'

US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, recently took to social media to share his experience after embarking on an early morning hike in Nagaland.... read..

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US Ambassador Eric Garcetti mesmerised by Nagaland's Hornbill Festival experience

The Hornbill Festival in Nagaland has garnered international attention as United States Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti expressed his enchantment with the vibrant cultural extravaganza.... read..

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India's National AIDS Control Program acclaimed as global model: US Ambassador Garcetti

US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti said on Friday that India's National AIDS Control Programme has been acclaimed as a global model, and the US government is proud to support the country's efforts to combat the disease.... read..

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Assam Rifles concludes National Integration Tour

The Assam Rifles marked the conclusion of the National Integration Tour with a flag ceremony upon their return to Kohima from Delhi and Amritsar.... read..

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'Tribal March' marks the start of 'Janjatiya Gaurav Divas 2023' in Kohima

The celebration of ''Janjatiya Gaurav Divas 2023 commenced in Kohima, the capital of Nagaland, in unison with the rest of the country. The event was inaugurated with a grand 'Tribal March', flagged off by Nagaland's Deputy Chief Minister, TR Zeliang, and ... read..

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Nagaland passes Municipal Bill 2023, to induct 33 pc women in municipalities

The Nagaland Legislative Assembly, in its special session on Thursday, unanimously passed the Nagaland Municipal Bill 2023, inducting women's participation in 33 per cent reservation.... read..

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Arunachal Pradesh Governor reviews Assam Rifles Mahila recruits' attestation parade

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General KT Parnaik (Retd.) reviewed the attestation parade of the Assam Rifles Mahila (Women) recruits at Assam Rifles Training Centre and School (ARTC&S), Sukhovi, Nagaland on Wednesday.... read..

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Arunachal Pradesh Governor meets his Nagaland counterpart, discuss various issues

The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh Lt General KT Parnaik (Retd), accompanied by the First Lady of the State Anagha Parnaik, met the Nagaland Governor La Ganesan at Raj Bhavan in Kohima on Tuesday.... read..

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In boost to urban infra in Nagaland, Union Minister Hardeep Puri inaugurates multi-level car parking facility in Kohima

In a significant boost to urban infrastructure in Kohima, Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri on Saturday inaugurated the state-of-the-art multi-level car parking facility at NST Bus Station.... read..

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Nagaland: 20 Bangladesh Air Force personnel visit Dimapur, interact with IAF personnel

In order to highlight India's contribution to Bangladesh's Liberation War, a 20-member Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) delegation visited Dimapur on Tuesday, Indian Air Force said.... read..

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PM's economic advisor embarks on a visit to Nagaland

Sanjeev Sanyal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Economic Advisor Council member commenced a significant visit to Nagaland, "focusing on catalyzing economic growth" and "development" in the region, a press release said on Friday.... read..

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Nagaland: NSCN elects Tikling Konyak as Acting Chairman for Konyak region

The National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) has elected Tikling Konyak as Acting Chairman for the Konyak region, according to a statement of the organisation.... read..

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Nagaland: Congress names Wanglem Konyak as its candidate for 43 Tapi by-polls

The Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee on Wednesday gave the party ticket to Wanglem Konyak for contesting the 43 Tapi Assembly constituency by-election scheduled on November 7.... read..

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Election Commission designates Vyasan R as new Chief Electoral Officer for Nagaland

The Election Commission of India (ECI) in consultation with the State Government of Nagaland, has designated IAS officer Vyasan R as the new Chief Electoral Officer for the state.... read..

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Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurates Nagaland's medical college in Kohima

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Saturday inaugurated Nagaland's first medical college - the Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (NIMSR). The college was inaugurated in the state capital Kohima in the presence of Chief Minister Neiphiu Ri... read..

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Weapons, warlike stores recovered by security forces during combing operations in Manipur

Weapons and warlike stores were recovered during joint combing operations by security forces in violence-affected Manipur, an official said on Thursday.... read..

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Nagaland: 75th Territorial Army Day celebrated in Dimapur with public outreach programmes

The 113 Infantry Battalion TA (Rajput) on Monday celebrated 75th Territorial Army Day in Dimapur, Nagaland and as part of a public outreach programme, the Batallion held a blood donation camp at the District Hospital, during which 25 soldiers of the Army ... read..

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