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World Mental Health Day 2024: NMHS 2.0 and Mental Health

This year’s World Mental Health Day theme, “Mental Health at Work,” emphasises the importance of fostering supportive work environments that prioritise mental health. As workplace demands increase, addressing mental health concerns is more esse...

09 Oct 2024

Together, We Can Make an Impact on Mental Health!

People frequently discuss key aspects of life such as success, money, family, friends, and career, yet often overlook a vital component: health. In prioritising other areas, we tend to neglect our overall well-being. Mental health, in particular, is ...

09 Oct 2024

Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat: The Unifying Power of Indian Films

“Cinema speaks a universal language,” said filmmaker Satyajit Ray, capturing the essence of its unifying power. Indian cinema, with its vast linguistic and cultural diversity, brings together people from every corner of the country, allowing them...

09 Oct 2024

Ensuring Safe Workplaces: Understanding Women’s Rights Against Sexual Harassment

In an effort to ensure safe working environments for women, the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal (Posh) Act, 2013 was established. This legislation aims to create workplaces that respect women’s right t...

09 Oct 2024

Conservation of Wildlife Through Externally Aided Projects

Wildlife plays a very important role in shaping and planning forestry and natural resource management programme and projects. Two such very significant projects are being implemented through the Department of Environment Forests and Climate Change (D...

07 Oct 2024

The Crucial Role of Parental Engagement in the Foundational Stage in Government Schools of Nagaland

Parental engagement is a cornerstone of a child’s educational journey, especially during the foundational years when cognitive, emotional, and social development are at their peak. In Nagaland, the government is actively working to strengthen the E...

05 Oct 2024

Endocrine System, Hormones and Gut Feeling: Balancing Journey Through 7 Chakras

Have you ever thought about how your body and mind stays balanced and in tune? The complex relationship between hormones and the endocrine system is a key part of how the body works. In addition to being important for our bodies, hormones also have a...

02 Oct 2024

Finding Clarity: Discovering Oneself through Philosophical Counselling

Counselling is a collaborative journey where individuals work with trained professionals to navigate life’s complexities. It provides a supportive space for clients to express their thoughts and feelings without judgment. The purpose of counselling...

01 Oct 2024

Gandhi and Christianity

Introduction: Gandhi’s great respect for Christ and the extent to which he drew inspiration from him are revealed in his following statements: “What does Jesus mean to me? To me, he was one of the greatest teachers humanity has ever had.” “Je...

01 Oct 2024

Truth Speakers for Truth Seekers

Are there still true Pauls around? Those of you who regularly read the Bible and study it, must have come across the life of Paul, once named Saul (not to be confused with Saul in the Old Testament – who lived in the time era before Jesus lived his...

28 Sep 2024

The Evolving Landscape of Data Privacy in India: A Guide for Human Resource Professionals and Organisations

“In an era where data is often viewed as a valuable asset, it is crucial to recognise that employee data constitutes a form of national property. This sensitive information, if mishandled or compromised, could potentially fall into the hands of hos...

27 Sep 2024

Liquor Prohibition and Its Paradoxes in Contemporary Nagaland

A critical analysis of the Nagaland Liquor Prohibition Act and its socio-cultural impacts By Prof. Zuchamo Yanthan, School of Social Sciences, IGNOU, New Delhi The Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition Act (NLTP) of 1989, whose aim was to curb alcohol co...

25 Sep 2024

The History of Sign Language in Nagaland

Amongla Ao, Co-founder/ Administrator, Deaf Biblical Ministry, Dimapur. Sign language is a vital form of communication for the Deaf community worldwide. In Nagaland, it has a rich and evolving history, influenced by cultural, social, and educational ...

22 Sep 2024

Returning ‘Folk’ to Lore: Towards Vernacularised Storytelling in English

By Dr. Theyiesinuo Keditsu Reading Tales from the Enchanted Village is like being drawn into an unfamiliar rhythm—a pulse that both captivates and unsettles. This collection of folktales, drawn from the author’s native village of Zhavame, refuses...

22 Sep 2024

Truth Speakers for Truth Seekers

Where is your mouth taking you? If you are seeking for a life that is worth speaking about, the first place we should start looking at is not our noble deeds we are so eager to write the next book about. Neither is it seeking or fishing from others w...

21 Sep 2024

The Rise of Eco-Friendly Products: Free from Ozone-Depleting Substances and HFCs

In recent years, growing awareness about environmental conservation has led to a significant shift in consumer demand toward eco-friendly products. A key focus in this shift is the elimination of ozone-depleting substances (ODS) and hydrofluorocarbon...

16 Sep 2024

India’s Triumph at Paris 2024: A New Era of Paralympic Excellence

By Dipak Kurmi The Paris Paralympics were a mesmerising showcase of athletic prowess, especially for the Indian athletes who stood out on the global stage. Every performance radiated a perfect balance of power, resolve, and finesse, creating moments ...

16 Sep 2024

Student-Centric Approach in Higher Education

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasises a student-centric approach in higher education. It highlights the importance of active student participation in shaping their educational journey, developing skills for the future, and contributing ...

16 Sep 2024

A Brief Look into the Increasing Need of Counselling in the Church Setting: Mental, Social, Emotional and Spiritual Well-being.

The other day, I was relaxedly having a cup of organic mint tea after dinner on the terrace, (when) a gentleman, who is a neighbour, came to visit me. During our after-dinner-chat, he raised concern about the importance of counselling in both the sec...

12 Sep 2024

Combating the Silent Epidemic: A Multi-Sectoral Approach to Reducing Suicide Rates

World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) was established in 2003 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention in conjunction with the World Health Organisation (WHO). The 10th September each year aims to focus attention on the issue, reduces st...

09 Sep 2024

Transforming Higher Education: Key Reforms Under NEP 2020

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 introduced significant reforms in higher education system. It aims to make education more holistic, flexible, multidisciplinary, and aligned with the needs of the 21st century, while promoting inclusivity and ...

07 Sep 2024

Truth Speakers for Truth Seekers

Are we prepared as the body of believers on what is coming? The previous episode of this edition was ‘if we are prepared’ personally. This time, I will delve into being prepared as the body of Christ – as believers. In our beautiful Nagaland, w...

07 Sep 2024

Indo-Naga Ceasefire of 1964

Thepfulhouvi Solo, IFS Retd [RR-68] When I was thinking about the things I would say in today’s celebration, the programme print reached me; and to my great surprise, I found the themes in the two songs this morning coincided with the topic I w...

06 Sep 2024

61st Bi-Lateral Cease-Fire Day Message of the Kedahge, Federal Government of Nagaland

On this historic 61st Cease-Fire day, I am conveying this message with a very heavy and painful heart instead of joy and merriment because of the moral pains to think of and relive the past horrible and traumatic experiences that our people came acro...

05 Sep 2024

Brief History of Pochury Black Day (6th September)

The NNC leadership, at one of its meeting held at Washelo in May 1960, had resolved to flush the Indian armed force out of Naga territory. To achieve this goal, the Naga Army attacked the 14th Assam Rifle outpost at Thuda (Phor Village) in Pochury ar...

05 Sep 2024

Frontier Nagaland Territory’s Legal Case for Direct Central Funding: Implications of Proposed Reforms

“Empowering the proposed Frontier Nagaland Territory with direct financial control embodies a crucial step towards constitutional integrity and effective governance. This approach aligns with the constitutional principles of autonomy and self-gover...

04 Sep 2024

Happy Teachers’ Day

Today, we come together to celebrate a day that holds special significance in our hearts—Teachers’ Day. It is a day dedicated to honouring and appreciating the tireless efforts and immense contributions of our teachers. As you know, September 5th...

04 Sep 2024

TEACHERS’DAY: ‘Empowering Educators: Strengthening Resilience, Building Sustainability’

Introduction: In the tapestry of life, few threads shine as brilliantly as those of educators.  When one mentions ‘Teachers’ Day’, a wave of respect and gratitude fills the air. After all, each year, this day underscores the critical role teac...

04 Sep 2024

The Importance of Teacher-Student Communication in Schools: Understanding Student’s Physical and Mental Health

Teacher-student communication is a cornerstone of effective education. Beyond simply conveying academic content, teachers are increasingly recognised as crucial figures in the overall development of students. With students undergoing significant phys...

03 Sep 2024

Liquor Prohibition— Let Govt. Decide What is Best

By Along Longkumer Former Editor, The Morung Express The topic of liquor prohibition is once again in the news. The Govt of Nagaland proposes to revisit the Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition (NLTP) Act, 1989, with the possibility of partially lifting...

25 Aug 2024
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