Author: Aloto Naga

📌 Update | August 1, 2025: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has won his first National Film Award for Best Actor for his role in “Jawan”, a defining moment in Indian cinema and his career. Shah Rukh Khan, widely celebrated as the “King of Bollywood,” has finally secured his first National Film Award for Best Actor, three decades after his debut in Indian cinema. The recognition, announced during the 71st National Film Awards, was awarded for his impactful performance in the 2023 hit film “Jawan.” The honor not only marks a personal high but also underscores his continued relevance and…

🔴 Update | August 1, 2025: Japanese Encephalitis confirmed in Thokihimi village, Zunheboto. District issues urgent mosquito control advisory as JE threat rises in Nagaland. The first case of Japanese Encephalitis in Zunheboto district has been officially confirmed in Thokihimi village under Aghunato Block, prompting an urgent public health advisory across the region. The Deputy Commissioner of Zunheboto, Dharam Raj (IAS), confirmed the development on Thursday and called on citizens to strictly follow mosquito control measures. The district administration’s warning comes amid growing concern over mosquito-borne diseases in Nagaland, especially with the rising risk of viral outbreaks during the monsoon…

🔴 Update | August 1, 2025: The National People’s Youth Front (NPYF) Nagaland and NPP Nagaland strongly condemned the detention of Kerala nuns in Chhattisgarh and demanded impartial investigation. The National People’s Youth Front (NPYF), Nagaland, together with the NPP Nagaland state unit, has issued a firm condemnation of the detention of two Kerala‐based Catholic nuns in Chhattisgarh. Describing the arrest as a violation of constitutional rights and religious freedom, both organizations called for an immediate and fair inquiry into the incident and withdrawal of what they termed “fabricated communal charges.” In an official press statement, NPYF criticized the detention of the…

🔴 Update | August 1, 2025: Sentiyanger Imchen officially took charge as the new Nagaland Chief Secretary, marking a key administrative transition in the state’s top bureaucracy. In a significant leadership transition, Sentiyanger Imchen, a 1991-batch IAS officer, has officially assumed charge as the Chief Secretary of Nagaland, replacing Dr. J. Alam, who retired after a commendable tenure. The formal handover ceremony was held at the Nagaland Civil Secretariat in Kohima and was attended by senior officials and dignitaries. Imchen’s appointment as Nagaland Chief Secretary is being viewed as a strategic move by the state government to strengthen administrative continuity…

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🔴 Update | August 1, 2025: Russia hoax whistleblower reveals shocking internal threats and cover-ups surrounding the 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment. DNI Tulsi Gabbard confirms suppressed warnings were ignored at the highest levels. A senior intelligence official has come forward with a detailed, firsthand account alleging deep-rooted manipulation and political coercion in the creation of the 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA) on alleged Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. elections. According to newly released documents, this whistleblower says they were pressured by a direct supervisor to support findings they believed were not backed by credible intelligence a directive they ultimately…

🔴 Update: A video where a non-local threatens Naga people has taken a new twist. He has now been tracked down and confronted, not by police, but by another non-local from Kohima. In a surprising turn of events, it wasn’t the police but a non-local from Kohima who tracked down the youth behind a viral hate video threatening Naga people. Instead of a formal apology, the youth offered a vague clarification, which many in Nagaland see as dismissive and unsatisfactory. Also Read: Non-Local’s Threat to Naga People Sparks Outrage Background: The Viral Video That Shocked Nagaland As reported earlier, a…

🕊️ Update: Renowned Sümi leader and Christian pioneer Dr Hokishe Yepthomi has passed away in Dimapur. This news highlights the legacy of a man deeply respected among the Naga people and the Sümi tribe, now being shared widely across Nagaland. Dr Hokishe Yepthomi, a prominent Sümi elder, Christian leader, and Naga nationalist thinker, passed away recently at a private hospital in Dimapur. His funeral service was held on July 30 at his native village Sükhalu in Satakha, where community members gathered to honor his remarkable legacy. Born to Late Hetoi Yepthomi, a respected village chief and recipient of the British…

📌 Update | July 30, 2025: Meta’s $1B AI deal rejected—a top AI lab has declined a billion-dollar offer from Meta, shaking up global tech circles. This bold move spotlights growing resistance against big tech control in the artificial intelligence race. In a bold defiance of Silicon Valley giants, a prominent AI research lab has reportedly rejected a staggering $1 billion acquisition offer from Meta, formerly Facebook. The lab—renowned for its advancements in superintelligent AI systems—chose independence over what would have been one of the largest buyout deals in the AI sector. According to insider reports, the AI lab is…

📌 Viral Non-Local Threat Video Targets Naga Identity — A controversial video by a non-local youth, now viral on WhatsApp and Facebook, has sparked outrage for targeting Naga people and questioning their rights in Dimapur. The phrase “non-local Naga people” is central to the dispute. A video featuring a young non-local man has gone viral across Nagaland, especially on Facebook pages and WhatsApp groups, where he is seen threatening Naga people and spreading misinformation about the region’s history and legal protections. Also Read Non-Local’s Threat to Naga People Sparks Outrage The video is a direct response to another clip by a…