Nagaland: All seven NCP MLAs join ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party

In a significant political development, all seven NCP MLAs in Nagaland have merged with the ruling NDPP, boosting its strength to 32 in the assembly. Speaker Sharingain Longkumer approved the merger, confirming it met constitutional requirements. This move solidifies Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio's party's dominance, granting it a clear majority.