Musings from Mokokchung

03/11/2025

FAC Annual Lecture on the theme "quality education for indigenous research & nation-building"

03/11/2025

Grace, Mercy, and Peace

To Timothy, a true son in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God our Father and Jesus Christ our Lord.

1 Timothy 1:2

How you pray for your family members and friends is important. There is no better way to pray for someone you love than by following the example found in Scripture. Paul often asked for specific gifts from God for those He cared about. On Timothy's behalf, Paul requested grace, mercy, and peace.

Grace is the unearned gift the Father bestows on His children. The Lord relates to us only by His grace. His grace provided salvation though we deserved destruction (Eph. 2:8). His grace blesses us with the riches of heaven. His grace brings us peace in troublesome times. His grace brings us good things every day (1 Tim. 1:14).

Mercy is God withholding the punishment we deserve because of our sinfulness. The consequences of our sin is death, yet Jesus paid this penalty for us (Rom. 6:23). God is long-suffering and will delay giving us our just punishment in order for us to have every opportunity to repent and to receive His gift of salvation (2 Pet. 3:9).

Peace is the state of mind and heart we experience when we are confident of God's grace and mercy toward us. Peace comes in knowing that God's grace will sustain us, even in our most difficult crises (Phil. 4:7). God assures us that even when we fail miserably in our commitments to Him, He will show mercy upon us. This assurance gives us peace.

How are you praying for your loved ones? There could be no better request than asking the Lord to give them an abundance of His grace, His mercy, and His peace.

Excerpt From
Experiencing God Day-By-Day
Henry T. Blackaby & Richard Blackaby

03/11/2025

Anogoshia Yisu Den

02/11/2025

DAKT is excited to announce the launch of our *Tote Bag Design Competition* as part of the upcoming DAKT Merchandise 2025–2026 under the theme: *“Sobaliba, Wainshin aser pei ayak mamadoki ainba Kaketshir” — A student rooted in Traditional heritage, Ethical principles and cultural identity.*

We invite you to create a design that embodies Ao Sobaliba, one that reflects who we are as Ao students grounded in our values, heritage and identity even as we grow and learn in Delhi. Winner will be awarded with a cash prize.

*Submission link:* https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoKjhkA4QnXKLCEhc5RMIYjAoho1XnXuzCr4hN84RPdBu05g/viewform

*Deadline: 20th November 2025*

For more details kindly refer to the description given in the form or contact:
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Taochila Pongener
Information and Publicity Secretary
DAKT

02/11/2025

A Defeated Enemy

Having disarmed principalities and powers, He made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them in it.

Colossians 2:15

Christians are not called to defeat Satan. God has already done that in Christ! Nor is it our mandate to “bind” Satan. Jesus has already set limits on the extent and duration of Satan's freedom. Satan, “our ancient foe,” was decisively and completely defeated by Christ's sacrifice on the cross and in His resurrection. With regard to Satan, our assignment is to trust in the victory that Christ already achieved and daily resist him with the truth of his defeat, as Jesus did.

Satan is the father of lies and a master deceiver (John 8:44). If he can convince you that God has not defeated him, then you will not experience Jesus’ victory. You will find yourself fighting battles that Christ has already won! You will fear Satan though he has already been utterly and humiliatingly defeated. Your responsibility is to resist Satan, and he will flee from you (James 4:7). When you resist him, you are acknowledging that Jesus has defeated him and given you victory over his influence. God has provided you with spiritual armor that is more than sufficient to withstand any assault by Satan (Eph. 6:10–20).

Christians can become preoccupied with battling Satan. This deceives them to invest their time and energy attempting to do something that Christ has already done for them. If Satan can divert you to wage a warfare that has already ended in surrender, he will have eliminated your effectiveness where God wants you. Fearing Satan is fearing a prisoner of war. You have no need or calling to defeat Satan; you need only to apply Christ's victory in every area of your life and to live the victorious Christian life.

Excerpt From
Experiencing God Day-By-Day
Henry T. Blackaby & Richard Blackaby

02/11/2025

A meeting of District Level Committee (DLC) for Model Solar Village Initiative under PM Surya Ghar : Bijli Yojana (PMSG:MBY) was held on 1st November 2025 in the Conference Room of the Deputy Commissioner's Office, Mokokchung.

01/11/2025

Green Nest Enterprise, an agriculture supply store aimed at supporting sustainable farming, was inaugurated on November 1 at Arkong Ward, New Market, Mokokchung by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Atsungba Walling.
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‎Proprietor Moanukshi Ao said he took up the venture after the passing of his friend, who previously owned the shop. With the family unable to continue the business, Ao decided to carry forward the initiative, turning the opportunity into a mission to serve farmers.
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‎Ao noted that unlike Dimapur, Mokokchung has only a few agriculture stores, making it essential to improve accessibility for farmers. He said the shop will also procure seeds from local farmers to help promote local production and create a market for them.
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‎District Agriculture Officer (DAO), Dr Lanunochetla, congratulated Ao for his effort and encouraged the youth to take similar initiatives rather than engaging in a blame culture. She added that farmers often travel to Mariani and Assam for basic farming tools and supplies, and the opening of the store will reduce such dependency as Green Nest Enterprise is connected with multiple companies.
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‎Addressing the gathering, ADC Walling highlighted that many traditional farmers still rely on agriculture as their main source of income. He said the shop will be of great help and emphasized the importance of good customer service. “Business is not just about profit; it can be a way to uplift people,” he stated.
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‎The programme was chaired by Rongsennungla Imchen, Deputy Project Director, ATMA Mokokchung. A dedicatory prayer was offered by Pastor Monglier Tzüdir of MTBA.
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‎(MTNews)

01/11/2025

Sariwar is a folk rock band from Mokokchung, Nagaland. Sariwar is their debut eponymous song which was released earlier this evening.

Written by T.Senka AoComposed by Sariwar Coproduced by Sariwar & VI-LORecorded at Resonate Studio, MokokchungMix & mastered by VI-LO(Studio 92)https://www.in...

01/11/2025

MANGMETONG 'A' KHEL PUTU MENDEN AND OKOTSO VILLAGE COUNCIL TRIENNIAL MEET HELD AT MANGMETONG

Mangmetong 'A' khel putu menden and Okotso village council Triennial meet was held on 30th 0ctober 2025 at Senden Riju, Mangmetong. The event was held to continue and strengthen the age-old bond between the two villages.

Advisor, Information & Public Relations & Soil & Water Conservation, Imkong L Imchen, while sharing his thoughts during the occasion, remarked that from time immemorial, the people of Okotso and Mangmetong Village have coexisted in peace and harmony. He stated that the gathering symbolises the enduring importance of unity and harmonious cohabitation among communities.

Placing strong emphasis on the issue of tribalism, Imchen expressed deep concern that the practice has sown seeds of mistrust and division among communities. He also described tribalism as a serious social menace that undermine progress and weakens the fabrics of unity and while calling for collective resolve, Imchen urged everyone to rise above narrow affiliations and work together to eradicate the source of tribalism in all its forces. He affirmed that only through a united and inclusive society can we ensure true development and peace.

Reflecting on his tenure as a public servant, he shared that while serving in various capacities across Govt Departments, he always endeavoured to uphold firmness and avoid favouritism in any form. He further emphasized that meritocracy should be the guiding principle in all spheres of Government policy and decision.

Later in the day, a joint meeting was convened under the chairmanship of the 'A' khel Mangmetong putu chairman, Dr Longri Jamir. During the deliberation, the house unanimously resolved to construct a Multi Purpose Community Building and a Friendship Monolith at the boundary shared by the two villages symbolising unity and mutual respect.

The meeting further agreed to initiate a cultural exchange programme between the two villages with the objective of strengthening the bond of friendship and fostering understanding among the communities.

In addition, the resolution on biodiversity conservation was reaffirmed with a ban on hunting to be implemented following consultation in their respective villages to ensure uniform enforcement. The house also resolved to organize a community fishing event at the Chubi/Tsudi River as a gesture of harmony and cooperation.

01/11/2025

The “Run for Unity,” commemorating the 150th Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, was successfully conducted on 31st October 2025. The event, organized by the Mokokchung Police, began at IOC Ongpangkong, Sungkomen Ward, and concluded at the Imkongmeren Sports Complex.