Backdoor and irregular appointments: A legacy that demands systemic reform
There’s a subtle but crucial difference between backdoor appointments and irregular appointments in public service. In backdoor appointments, individuals have no prior legal claim to the job and are not on the payroll before their official appointment. In contrast,
BY NTN / Saturday, 26 April, 2025
Pope Francis: A Pope of Mercy and Compassion
The whole world is mourning the death of Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday (April 21), during the 12th year of his papacy. A vacuum has been created and we wait for it to be filled in. What
BY PTI / Friday, 25 April, 2025
Animal health takes a team: World Veterinary Day 2025
World Veterinary Day was started by the World Veterinary Association in the year 2000 to celebrate the contribution of Veterinarians to the health and well beings of animals, people and the environment around the world The importance of a
BY Dr. Elizabeth Yhome / Friday, 25 April, 2025
Justice and Righteousness is the Heart of God
The Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC), grounded in the teachings of Christ and guided by the truth of Scripture, raises its voice in prayer and urgency, calling for justice and righteousness to prevail more intentionally, visibly and powerfully throughout
BY Rev. Dr. Mar Pongener, General Secretary, NBCC / Wednesday, 23 April, 2025
Nagaland at the Crossroads: Betrayal is Not Governance
What does governance mean when it becomes a game of exploitation and excuses? What does leadership mean when decisions are taken, rolled back and retaken without accountability, vision and shame? The answer is clear: it means failure. The recent
BY Bendang Imsong / Wednesday, 23 April, 2025
Clarification on Wangkhao Government College mentioned by Minister Temjen Imna Along
In his recent interviews, Hon’ble Minister Temjen Imna Along, Minister of Higher Education & Tourism, Nagaland, mentioned Wangkhao Government College (WGC) multiple times. As a former student and Union leader of WGC, I feel it is important to clarify
BY Pangnyei, Former Student Leader, WGCSU / Wednesday, 23 April, 2025
Pope Francis: Apostle of World Peace and Hope
Vatican City – Over a decade into his transformative papacy, Pope Francis stands as a tireless apostle of peace, compassion, and hope. From the slums of Buenos Aires to the world’s biggest stages, the 88-year-old pontiff has devoted his
BY Innocent Pamei / Tuesday, 22 April, 2025
Pope Francis begins Easter Season by returning to the Father’s House
His Eminence Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, officially announced the death of Pope Francis: “With profound sorrow and a deep sense of loss, we mourn the passing away of our beloved Holy Father, Pope Francis,
BY Rev. Dr. James Thoppil / Tuesday, 22 April, 2025
An Appeal
The recent uproar regarding the absorption of 147 contract teachers and the ensuing mud-slinging and posting of biased and misleading views on various media platforms that followed, have regrettably led to the situation being blown out of proportion and
BY Dr. Kevileno Sakhrie / Monday, 21 April, 2025
The relevance of asking the Right Question!!!
In a world inundated with information, answers are everywhere. They flash across our screens, fill the pages of books, and echo from the mouths of experts. Yet, amid this torrent, the real challenge lies not in finding answers but
BY Dr. N. Yanpothung Ezung / Saturday, 19 April, 2025
Unraveling the Earth’s Code: Why Geology Matters
Geology is more than just a simple science of digging up rocks and fossils. It is a kind of detective story that unravels the Earth’s history, structure, composition and processes, and holds the key to understand our planet’s intricate
BY Tsuktimenla Chang / Thursday, 17 April, 2025
Discover Nagaland: A Land of Paradoxes
Nagaland, once famous for its warm welcomes, now struggles with social isolation. Our vibrant culture, which was once our greatest pride, is being overshadowed by Western influences. The Hornbill Festival, a celebration of our heritage, has become an opportunity
BY Joyba C Sangtam / Sunday, 13 April, 2025
