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Court says NSCN-IM runs parallel govt in Nagaland, rejects leader's bail plea

Court says NSCN-IM runs parallel govt in Nagaland, rejects leader's bail plea

Rediff.com17 Dec 2022

Coupled with the fact that arms were recovered at the instance of Jamir, there is also evidence showing running of parallel government which was never acknowledged under any peace accord, the judge said.

MHA declares Nagaland as 'disturbed area' for more 6 months

MHA declares Nagaland as 'disturbed area' for more 6 months

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

he ministry of home affairs said in a notification that the central government is of the opinion that the area comprising the whole of Nagaland is in such a "disturbed and dangerous condition" that the use of armed forces in aid of the civil power is necessary.

2 of 3 abducted ONGC employees rescued from Nagaland

2 of 3 abducted ONGC employees rescued from Nagaland

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

Two of the three ONGC employees who were abducted allegedly by suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leaders on April 21, have been rescued.

Nayab Saini takes oath as Haryana CM; PM, allies attend

Nayab Saini takes oath as Haryana CM; PM, allies attend

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Hours before the ceremony, Saini visited the Valmiki Bhawan and offered prayers at a gurdwara and the Mansa Devi temple in Panchkula.

Nagaland: 1 killed as mob vandalises Assam Rifles camp

Nagaland: 1 killed as mob vandalises Assam Rifles camp

Rediff.com5 Dec 2021

The mob went on a rampage, demanding immediate action against the security personnel involved in the killing of the 13 people, they said.

Meet Nagaland's self-taught leggie seeking IPL riches

Meet Nagaland's self-taught leggie seeking IPL riches

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

16-year-old Nagaland leg-spinner Khrievitso Kense says he became a cricketer all by himself and honed his skills by watching Warne on TV.

Nagaland govt calls for peace, Himanta to visit Kohima on Dec 9

Nagaland govt calls for peace, Himanta to visit Kohima on Dec 9

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

Addressing a press conference, minister Neiba Kronu said members of the government's Core Committee on the Naga political issue will have a meeting with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who is also the convenor of the North East Democratic Alliance (NEDA), in Kohima on December 9 to decide on the approach in the aftermath of the civilian killings.

Nagaland declared 'disturbed' for 6 more months under AFSPA

Nagaland declared 'disturbed' for 6 more months under AFSPA

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

The MHA said the government is of the opinion that the area comprising the whole of Nagaland is in such a disturbed and dangerous condition that the use of armed forces in aid of civil power is necessary.

I learned to walk again like a newborn baby: Paralympic hero Sema

I learned to walk again like a newborn baby: Paralympic hero Sema

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

The athlete from Nagaland became the first Paralympics medallist from northeast India. He had also won a bronze medal at the Hangzhou Para Asian Games last year.

Will Miss Nagaland be the next Zeenat Aman?

Will Miss Nagaland be the next Zeenat Aman?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2019

"She is beautiful, soft spoken and intelligent," Zeenat Aman said about Imlibenla Wati who was recently appointed Global Ambassador of Miss Super Talent World.

July GST collections rise 10.3%, the 3rd highest-ever

July GST collections rise 10.3%, the 3rd highest-ever

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

GST collections in July rose 10.3 per cent to over Rs 1.82 lakh crore, mainly driven by domestic transactions in goods and services, according to official data released on Thursday. This is the third-highest-ever monthly collection recorded since the indirect tax regime was rolled out 7 years ago on July 1, 2017. According to the data, total refunds stood at Rs 16,283 crore in July.

Nagaland needs strong, stable government: Modi

Nagaland needs strong, stable government: Modi

Rediff.com22 Feb 2018

Modi called on the people of the state to vote for the BJP-NDPP alliance 'which would ensure that the funds reach the people'.

2580 villages under water, 14 lakh people hit in Assam floods

2580 villages under water, 14 lakh people hit in Assam floods

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The flood situation in Assam remained grim on Thursday even though flood waters started have receding in many parts of the state, officials said.

Major General to head army inquiry into Nagaland civilian killings

Major General to head army inquiry into Nagaland civilian killings

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

The inquiry will focus on the "intelligence" and the "circumstances" on which Saturday's operation was based on.

TMC panel to meet Shah over Nagaland incident, raise it in Parl

TMC panel to meet Shah over Nagaland incident, raise it in Parl

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

Banerjee, who met party MPs, discussed various issues that need to be brought up in Parliament, including the Nagaland tragedy in which 13 civilians were killed in firing by security forces, the COVID-19 situation and the suspension of 12 Rajya Sabha members.

Monsoon sets in over Kerala and northeast

Monsoon sets in over Kerala and northeast

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Spurred by cyclone Remal, the southwest monsoon set in over the Kerala coast and parts of the northeast on Thursday, a day earlier than forecast by the weather office.

Union cabinet gives go ahead to 'one nation, one poll'

Union cabinet gives go ahead to 'one nation, one poll'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the proposal for 'one nation, one Election' as recommended by the Kovind panel, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday.

Nagaland brings Dimapur under Inner Line Permit regime

Nagaland brings Dimapur under Inner Line Permit regime

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

The contentious citizenship bill is not applicable to areas under ILP regime. Dimapur was the only Nagaland district that was out of ILP so far.

Stage set for voting in Meghalaya, Nagaland

Stage set for voting in Meghalaya, Nagaland

Rediff.com26 Feb 2018

Polling will be held between 7 am and 4 pm, except in some polling stations of the interior districts of Nagaland, where the process is scheduled to conclude at 3 pm. The two states have a 60-member House each, but voting will be held for 59 constituencies in both.

Nagaland CM Zeliang steps down

Nagaland CM Zeliang steps down

Rediff.com19 Feb 2017

A consensus leader will be chosen on Monday morning at Naga People's Front Legislature Party meeting.

Shurhozelie Liezietsu sworn in as Nagaland CM

Shurhozelie Liezietsu sworn in as Nagaland CM

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

The 81-year-old Liezietsu along with 11 ministers were administered the oath of office and secrecy by Acharya at the Raj Bhavan in Kohima.

Paralympics 2024: India eye record haul in Paris

Paralympics 2024: India eye record haul in Paris

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

India have sent an 84-strong contingent of para-athletes, the largest ever in the country's history -- a heady mix of youth and experience, for the Paralympic Games, starting in Paris on Wednesday.

Doctors' strike cripples OPDs nationwide, Centre to form panel

Doctors' strike cripples OPDs nationwide, Centre to form panel

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

The government on Saturday said a committee will be formed to propose safety measures for healthcare professionals even as OPD services were hit across the country as doctors joined the 24-hour nationwide strike called by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) to protest the alleged rape and murder of a trainee medic in Kolkata.

Tata's Rs 27K-cr Assam chip plant to start in 2025; create 27K jobs initially

Tata's Rs 27K-cr Assam chip plant to start in 2025; create 27K jobs initially

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Tata Electronics on Saturday began the construction of its Rs 27,000-crore chip assembly plant in Assam, which is expected to become operational next year and create 27,000 jobs initially. The plant will produce 4.83 crore chips per day using indigenously-developed technologies. The plant's Bhumi Pujan (foundation stone laying) ceremony was held at the project site at Jagiroad in Morigaon district in the presence of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran.

Has Nagaland CM Zeliang resigned?

Has Nagaland CM Zeliang resigned?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

Reports of T R Zeliang relinquishing the chair of Nagaland Chief Minister on 'moral grounds' following persistent demand of the Naga tribal organisations is spreading like wild fire throughout the state but the Chief Minister's Office and ruling party termed these as baseless.

Nagaland bans sale, consumption of dog meat

Nagaland bans sale, consumption of dog meat

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

Considering the dangers of importing dogs from other states for consumption and also in line with the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, the state cabinet took the decision.

Who Is This Stunning Cutie?

Who Is This Stunning Cutie?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

You might just mistake Zuchobeni Tungoe, the gorgeous model from Nagaland, for a K-pop star.

SC summons CS, fin secretaries of 16 states over pay report non-compliance

SC summons CS, fin secretaries of 16 states over pay report non-compliance

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Though seven opportunities have been granted to the states, it appears that full compliance has not been affected and several states are in default, it said.

92 Of 102 Seats In First Phase Saw Voter Turnout Drop

92 Of 102 Seats In First Phase Saw Voter Turnout Drop

Rediff.com1 May 2024

As the comparison between 2014 and 2019 shows, the voter turnout is not only lower than in 2019 but also lower than in 2014 in some of the larger states where polling took place.

Ruling NPF, all major parties boycott Nagaland polls

Ruling NPF, all major parties boycott Nagaland polls

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

The parties agreed to the demand of tribal bodies and civil society groups to resolve the Naga political problem first.

Trade bodies impose 12-hr bandh in Nagaland over 'illegal taxation'

Trade bodies impose 12-hr bandh in Nagaland over 'illegal taxation'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

The shutdown has been complete in not only major cities like Kohima, Dimapur and Mokokchung, but even smaller towns such as Tuli, Jalukie, Pfutsero, CNCCI president Khekugha Muru told PTI.

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 6, 2024

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 6, 2024

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

A summary of Indian athletes' showing at the Paris Paralympics on Friday, September 6.

IAF flew more than 1,000 hours in over 1,750 sorties during LS polls

IAF flew more than 1,000 hours in over 1,750 sorties during LS polls

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

"The IAF played a vital role in five of the seven phases of the general elections, flying over 1,000 hours in over 1,750 sorties," it said.

Governor Ravi goes from Nagaland to TN, Lt Gen Singh to U'Khand

Governor Ravi goes from Nagaland to TN, Lt Gen Singh to U'Khand

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

The Centre's interlocutor and retired IPS officer RN Ravi has been shifted from Nagaland to Tamil Nadu as its new governor.

Phase 1: Voter turnout may cross 64%, Tripura tops with 80.17%

Phase 1: Voter turnout may cross 64%, Tripura tops with 80.17%

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

According to an official release, the voting percentage is likely to go up when reports from all polling stations are obtained, as polling was scheduled until 6 pm in many constituencies.

Monsoon expected to hit Kerala, Northeast a day early on Thursday

Monsoon expected to hit Kerala, Northeast a day early on Thursday

Rediff.com30 May 2024

On May 15, the weather office had announced the onset of monsoon over Kerala by May 31.

How Nagaland, Meghalaya and Tripura voted since 1993

How Nagaland, Meghalaya and Tripura voted since 1993

Rediff.com3 Mar 2018

The CPI-M and Congress have suffered their worst defeat yet in the north-east, losing Tripura and Meghalaya respectively, in election results announced on Sunday, with the triumphant BJP adding Nagaland as well to its tally of states.

SC reserves order on contempt notice to Ramdev, Balkrishna

SC reserves order on contempt notice to Ramdev, Balkrishna

Rediff.com14 May 2024

The Supreme Court on Tuesday reserved its order on the contempt notice issued to yoga guru Ramdev, his aide Balkrishna and Patanjali Ayurved Ltd in the misleading advertisements case.

India lost 2.33 mn hectares of tree cover since 2000, says report

India lost 2.33 mn hectares of tree cover since 2000, says report

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

Between 2001 and 2022, it said, forests in India emitted 51 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent a year and removed 141 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent a year. This represents a net carbon sink of 89.9 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent a year.

MAPPED: Nagaland, Meghalaya and Tripura verdict 2018, constituency-wise

MAPPED: Nagaland, Meghalaya and Tripura verdict 2018, constituency-wise

Rediff.com3 Mar 2018

Want a detailed break-up of the winners and losers of Nagaland, Meghalaya and Tripura poll? Here's the verdict mapped out for you.