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NHIDCL Assures Restoration of NH-2 Phesama Stretch by Early November
NHIDCL assured that the landslide-hit stretch of NH-2 at Phesama under Kohima district will be motorable by the first week of November. The assurance was made during a joint inspection assessing progress on recurring landslides along the Kohima-Mao section. Officials from various local bodies participated in the assessment.
Naga National Council raises concerns over repatriation process
The Naga National Council expressed concern regarding the ongoing repatriation process involving the Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford, and the Forum for Naga Reconciliation. NNC stated that only the Federal Government of Nagaland is competent to discuss this with the UK government.
NPF refutes allegations of 'poaching' by Supongmeren regarding council members
The Naga People’s Front (NPF) refuted claims made by NPCC president S Supongmeren Jamir that the party was poaching elected town and municipal council members. NPF stated that any support given to the party was voluntary, asserting that representatives have the right to make their own political choices. The party also welcomed the appointment of Ajit Lal as a new interlocutor for the Naga political dialogue.
BJP workers demand party contest in all 60 seats for State Assembly election
State BJP president Benjamin Yepthomi reported that grassroots workers demanded the BJP contest all 60 seats in the upcoming State Assembly election. He forwarded this representation to the central leadership for a final decision, stating the voters are supreme.
CCYO rallies in Kohima over wildlife case and demands inquiry
The Centre Chakhesang Youth Organisation staged a rally in Kohima, submitting a memorandum demanding the withdrawal of a case against Vezhoto Hesuh. They also sought the return of a seized Great Barbet and an independent inquiry into alleged demands for money related to his detention.
State BJP President Backs Dr Jamir on Naga Political Issue in Dimapur
The State BJP president backed veteran leader Dr S.C. Jamir's remarks on the Naga political issue during a press conference in Dimapur. He stated that what Jamir articulated was correct, regardless of political differences. Yepthomi also addressed spurious liquor deaths and questioned the need for a Special Investigation Team.
Governor Stresses Last-Mile Delivery of Services During Zunheboto Visit
The Nagaland governor called for stronger last-mile delivery of government services and better inter-departmental coordination during a visit to Zunheboto. He urged officials to improve basic public services in education and healthcare, while also advocating for sustainable tourism development.
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