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    State Rejects National Song Directive Amidst Constitutional Debate

    Kohima, March 12 The first phase of the eighth session of the 14th Nagaland Assembly concluded on Thursday after five days of proceedings, with the House scheduled to reconvene for the second phase on March 26.Notably, this is the first time in the history of the state Assembly that a session...
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    Sports Complex Completion: Nagaland Eyes SAI Takeover

    Kohima, March 12 Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Thursday said that the state government is exploring the option to hand over the over 20-year-old under-construction Multi-Disciplinary Sports Complex (MDSC) in Dimapur to the Sports Authority of India (SAI) to ensure its completion.The...
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    Recruitment Update: Nagaland Board Recommends Candidates Since 2023

    March 11, Kohima: The Nagaland Staff Selection Board has recommended a total of 1,305 candidates for appointment through six recruitment exams conducted since 2023.Informing this in the State Assembly yesterday, Chief Minister and Minister in charge of P&AR, Neiphiu Rio, said that of these...
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    Data Discrepancies Highlight Need for Precise Census

    March 10, Kohima: Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has emphasized the importance of an accurate census to support effective planning and policy in Nagaland.Speaking in the ongoing Nagaland Legislative Assembly session on Tuesday, he highlighted the upcoming 2026-27 census, and cautioned that...
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    NLA Training Institute Begins Operations

    March 10, Kohima: Minister for Mechanical Engineering, P. Bashangmongba Chang, informed the House that the Modern Mechanical Workshop-cum-Training Institute is operational and has begun training in various trades.Responding to a starred question in the Assembly today, he stated that the...
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    Constable Recruitment Update: Districts See Uneven Distribution of Spots

    March 9, Kohima: A total of 80 positions remain vacant after the physical fitness test in the ongoing police constable recruitment drive for 1176 vacancies.This was announced by Deputy Chief Minister (Home), Yanthungo Patton today in his response to a question during the ongoing Assembly...
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    Nagaland Bills Introduced: Amendments to Town & Country, Shops & Establishments

    March 9, Kohima: The Nagaland Assembly today introduced two government bills – the Nagaland Town and Country (Fifth Amendment) Bill 2025 and the Nagaland Shops and Establishments (First Amendment) Bill 2025.Chief Minister and Leader of the House, Neiphiu Rio, introduced the bills. Both bills...
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    Dimapur Railway Station Modernization Gets ₹283 Crore Funding

    Kohima, March 9 – The central government has sanctioned ₹283 crore for the modernization of the 123-year-old Dimapur railway station in Nagaland, a state minister told the assembly on Monday.Responding to a discussion in the state assembly on the status of the Dimapur railway station, Health...
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    Boosting Farmer Livelihoods: Nagaland Launches New Agriculture Policy

    Kohima, March 9 Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio presented the Nagaland Agriculture Policy 2025 in the assembly on Monday, outlining a detailed roadmap to strengthen the sector, enhance farmers' income, and promote climate-resilient farming practices.The policy aims to address long-standing...
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    Former Nagaland MLA Dr. Longri Remembered for Dedication and Humility

    March 8, Kohima: Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and Deputy Chief Ministers Y. Patton and T.R Zeliang have expressed their condolences on the passing of Dr. Longrineken, a former member of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly, who died today.In a condolence message, the Chief Minister stated that Dr...
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    Rio, Patton Recognize Women's Contributions on International Women's Day

    March 8, Kohima: Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and Deputy Chief Minister Y. Patton honored the contributions of women on the occasion of International Women's Day.Mr. Rio stated that women play a vital role in strengthening communities, inspiring progress, and shaping ideas.The Chief Minister...
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    Traditional Wrestling Championship Highlights Naga Identity

    Kohima, March 7 – Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio described Naga traditional wrestling as a celebration of the identity, heritage, and indomitable spirit of the Naga people on Saturday.Addressing the 30th Naga Traditional Wrestling Championship-cum-1st Wrestling Festival 2026 as the chief...
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    Changes in Governors: Yadav Takes Charge in Nagaland

    Kohima, March 6 – Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and Deputy Chief Minister Yanthungo Patton on Friday welcomed the appointment of senior BJP leader Nand Kishore Yadav as the new Governor of the state.President Droupadi Murmu announced the appointment and transfer of Governors and...
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    Bill to Establish FNTA Proposed in Nagaland Assembly

    March 4, Kohima: The Nagaland Legislative Assembly will introduce a Bill to establish the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) during the ongoing Eighth Session of the 14th House.Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio announced this yesterday during his concluding remarks on the Motion of Thanks...
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    Eastern Nagaland: New Bill Proposed, Ongoing Peace Talks Continue

    Kohima, March 3 The Nagaland government will introduce the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) Bill in the ongoing session of the Assembly, Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio announced on Tuesday.He expressed hope that the legislation would be passed during the current session.Concluding...
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    Assembly Panel to Examine ‘Vande Mataram’ Issue in Nagaland

    Kohima, March 3 – The Nagaland Assembly on Tuesday decided to refer the issue of singing the national song “Vande Mataram” in the assembly to a Select Committee for detailed examination, following objections raised by several legislators.Speaker Sharingain Longkumer announced the decision...
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    State Government Addresses Key Issues, Prioritizes Census and Peace

    Kohima, March 3 Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio reiterated on Tuesday that the state government has consistently played the role of a facilitator in resolving the protracted Naga political issue, actively supporting the ongoing negotiations, expediting dialogue, and creating conditions...
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    Rio Advocates Deliberation on 'Vande Mataram' in Nagaland

    March 3, Kohima: Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has suggested a Select Committee of the House to review the use of "Vande Mataram."In his remarks during the discussion on the Motion of thanks to the Governor's address in the Assembly session today, the Chief Minister said the matter is both...
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    Key Bills Passed, Racial Discrimination Concerns Raised in Nagaland Assembly

    March 3, Kohima: The second day of the Eighth Session of the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly saw intense discussions during Question Hour and debates on the Motion of Thanks to the Governor's Address.During Zero Hour, MLA Achumbemo Kikon raised concerns about racial discrimination against...
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    Select Committee Formed to Examine 'Vande Mataram' in Nagaland

    Kohima, March 3 The Nagaland Legislative Assembly on Tuesday decided to refer the singing of the national song 'Vande Mataram', as directed by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), to a select committee of the House to examine its applicability in the state.The decision was announced by Speaker...
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