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A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life Recovery challenge looms in Odisha, AP [ PAGE 08]

Red Ribbon Superstar campaign continues

State government plans mega job mela [ PAGE 02]

Three Americans win economics Nobel prize

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By Sandemo Ngullie

Vibi Yhokha Kohima | October 14

Hard work? no dude. He is saying the Admirable naga pride must be matched with hard rock!

The Morung Express POLL QUESTIOn

Vote on www.morungexpress.com SMS your answer to 9862574165 Is Nagaland government serious about restructuring its system of bureaucracy? no

Others

Are young naga politicians making any difference in the decision making of the nagaland State government?

Yes

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no Others

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Auto drivers union observe ‘black day’ Protest to intensify on October 17 DIMAPUR, OCTOBER 14 (MExN): The Dimapur District Auto Drivers Union (DDADU) observed a ‘black day’ on October 14 in protest against the killing of one of its drivers on September 27. A press note from the DDADU President, Hokaito Zhimomi informed that all auto drivers observed the day by putting a black flag on their vehicles throughout the day.

It added that the protest will be intensified again on October 17 with a general strike of Autorickshaws in Dimapur. The note mentioned that “even after a lapse of more than 15 days, the culprits involved in the murder of Ashadul have not been arrested.” The DDADU has directed all autorickshaws not to ply their vehicles on October 17.

NFHRCC appeals

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DIMAPUR, OCTOBER 14 (MExN): The Nagaland Foothills Road Coordination Committee has appealed for all concerned Executive Engineers and SDOs of the PWD (Roads & Bridges) to submit the detailed technical reports to the office of the Chief Engineer PWD (R&B), Kohima, Nagaland. A press note from the Convener and General Secretary of the NFHRCC made it clear that it will not appreciate delay in the much talked about Foothills Road construction and said that no complaint will be entertained henceforth with regard to alignment. “As a matter of fact, as long as IFs and BUTs remain active, we will not materialize our long cherished goal,” added the note.

As such, the NFHRCC appealed for all tribes, ranges, villages and citizens to “swallow the bitter tablets to ease away our ailments, so as to accomplish our mission for survival.”

Tuesday, October 15, 2013 12 pages Rs. 4 – Charles Darwin

Vettel on course to rewrite F1 record books [ PAGE 10 ]

Young voices urge the nagaland government

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Three generations of women—grandmother, mother and daughter—are seen here harvesting paddy in a jhum field under a clear autumn sky near Tsipama village in Dimapur district.

The last batch of paddy is harvested in October, which is then stored in a granary. There is a lull in agricultural activities after this as naga farmers welcome the festive season including the traditional new Year. Rice, the staple food of the nagas, is used to brew the local rice beer, also popular with tourists and visitors. (Ashikho Pfuzhe)

NTC to ‘represent voices of the people’ KOHIMA, OCTOBER 14 (MExN): The Nagaland Tribes Council (NTC) on Monday stated that it is now set to “represent the voices of the people on all the relevant issues that are confronting us today.” The NTC was formally launched on October 12 at APO Hall in Kohima.

A press note from the NTC called for cooperation from all the established bodies and “conscious participation” of all concerned citizens of the state. It expressed hope that, “together we deliver goods to the people through the NTC platform which is created for the 14 Naga Tribes of Nagaland and to venture out with concerned communities or groups to deliver much needed services to the people.”

The note further informed that the NTC launch was attended by over five hundred Naga leaders from different tribes in Nagaland. The Coordination Committee of the NTC expressed its gratitude to all concerned for their sup-

port and help in making the Lendi Ao and Toniho Sumi; NTC Launching Ceremony general secretary-Nribe“a grand success.” mo Ngullie, assistant general secretaries- Kulimbe Thepfulhouvi Solo Kengim and Mishak Jembecomes President mu; information & publiciThepfulhouvi Solo, IFS ty secretary- Theja Therieh (Retd) has taken oath as and Kethozapu Sahu as the first president of the treasurer.

Nagaland Tribes Council.

Earlier, NTC convenor In his acceptance speech P. Pius Lotha in his address as the head of NTC, Solo ac- said formation of NTC knowledged the sacrifices should have no conflict by those who strove to form with Naga Hoho as the latthe NTC. ter was a platform of all NaHe was hopeful that the gas while NTC was for the formation of NTC will give “aboriginal Naga tribes of a platform to the people Nagaland state.” to voice their concerns reHe said that the NTC garding issues in the inter- would extend solidarity toest of the Naga tribes. wards the interest of each He also stressed on the member tribe and propaneed for deeper under- gate the need of peace and standing of the “special eschew any form of vioconstitutional rights” for lence, misgivings and proNagaland, as enshrined in mote co-existence among the Constitution of India all sections of Nagas and with regard to ownership other communities. of land and its resources.

NTC secretary Theja The oath of office of the Therieh said that NTC was NTC was administered by committed to work sincerely Hokishe Yepthomi (Con- in close association with all venor Search Committee). other tribes, castes and comOther officials of the NTC munities for peaceful co-exfor the tenure 2013-2018 istence and mutual benefits included; vice presidents- in all times to come.

royal British legion pays homage Our Correspondent Kohima | October 14

A 13 member delegation of the Royal British Legion visited the 2nd World War Cemetery in Kohima on Monday morning. The delegation, along with three war veterans, who had participated during World War-II, paid homage to the martyrs laid to rest at the cemetery. The delegation led by Brigadier Brain Mc Call, British High Commission, New Delhi, included three war veterans and family members of the martyrs of the Royal British army, who laid down their lives during 2nd World War. The visit is a part of the annual pilgrimage of the Royal British Legion to Indian War Memorials at Kolkata, Kohima and Imphal. It has been organized by the Royal British Legion for more than three decades now. Rev. Moa Longchari, Pastor for the Baptist Mission Church, Kohima con-

The Royal British Legion delegation at Kohima War Cemetery on October 14.

ducted the service. The service included prayers, laying of wreath and floral tributes at the graves of officers and soldiers, recital of citations of the soldiers for their bravery and courage during the war.

The battle of Kohima was fought in 1944 and was decisive in the ‘Burma Campaign’ by turning the tide in favor of the British. The successful British defense

meant that they were then able to push into Burma and roll back the Japanese from mainland Asia. Earlier this year, the Battle of Kohima was picked as Britain’s greatest battle. British historian Robert Lyman had in London remarked that “The victory was of a profound significance because it demonstrated categorically to the Japanese that they were not invincible.”

When young Nagas were asked as to what the government of Nagaland should focus on, a multitude of areas were highlighted. From infrastructural development and education to corruption and entrepreneurship!

Nothing new here, but there is a reason why everyone hammers home these issues time and again! It is because they matter.

“It is frustrating that after 50 longs years, we have achieved nothing substantial, something we can be proud of. The so called development is only benefitting a few Nagas. All we are asking for is to walk on good roads, access to drinking water and a sufficient amount of electricity,” says a youth when asked as to what the government of Nagaland should focus on.

There is an urgent need to eliminate corruption within the government itself, which Northern Angami Youth Organisation (NAYO) President, Peter Rutsa feels is the need of the hour. “The failure to implement development has failed again and again because the government focuses on enriching themselves and a privileged few!

Their notion of economic

All wE ARE ASkING FOR IS: • Eliminate corruption • Ethical planning • Quality education • Good roads • Proper drainage system • Access to drinking water • Sufficient electricity • Infrastructural development • Entrepreneurship and employment prosperity is about developing themselves with money meant for the people,” says Rutsa.

Rutsa asserts that the absence of development or failure on implementing it has always been blamed on political issues, land owners and dozens of excuses but never on corruption within the Government and the politics sticking to it. “It is time for the government to focus first on corruption or the vision for a developed Nagaland will always be blurry,” he adds.

Another youth asserts that the government should show sensitivity to ethics and focus on executive business. “There is no sense of Executive Business, just rampant and adhoc planning. There are certain rules the Government has to abide while formulating and translating policy; some essential democratic norms. Well, I would want the government to call a spade a spade.

If it means development, be it development. I am not expecting anything more,” the youth further adds.

Limakumla Pongener, Secretariat Assistant feels that there are a lot of areas where the government should focus on such as quality higher education, good infrastructures and focus on entrepreneurship.

“Nagas are spending so much revenue in higher education mainly to metro cities. Second, there is lack of infrastructures in urban areas like good roads, parking space, and marketing sheds.

And most importantly there is no proper sanitation and waste bins. And thirdly, creative incentives for private businesses to flourish,” says Limakumla.

Peter Rutsa also feels that the government should continue to focus on infrastructural development as has been done in the past because that is what the people of Nagaland have been begging for since statehood. “I believe the government of the past as well as the present one wants to turn into reality this almost unattainable dream of ours. But how are we to achieve it when we focus more on develop-

ing ourselves and few individuals instead of the people and our much abused motherland?” Rutsa asks.

Vizoto Angami, an entrepreneur asserts that the government should first and foremost focus on good roads withproperdrainagesystem.

“The ministers should also focus on other communities and not just within their constituencies,” says Vizoto, who feels that most of the time the ministers mostly focus on their constituencies for their future votes and not to develop and bring change to the state.

“Entrepreneurship and employment should be the top priority,” says Hekani Jakhalu, Director Youthnet, who is of the opinion that just giving the youth money and capacity building is not enough. She states that the government needs to create an eco system which makes it easier for entrepreneurship to flourish. There is also a need for a strict check on its implementation. “Any type of business needs power and it is non-negotiable.

Another problem is transportation,” she further adds.

Citing the districts of Mon, Kiphire, Tuensang; where transportation still remains a major issue, Hekani says, “When the transportation costs more than the production you cannot expect business to flourish.”

temple stampede kills 115

NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 14 (AP): Uma Devi was halfway across the bridge when people started shouting that it was collapsing. “I grabbed my son and ran,” the distraught woman told Indian TV a day after Sunday’s tragedy in central India. “People were pushing and screaming and trying to run away from the bridge. I don’t know how I escaped.”

The stampede killed 115 people, mostly women and children. Some were crushed to death, while others jumped off the bridge to escape and drowned.

Scores more were injured.

They were among the hundreds of thousands of Hindu pilgrims who had come to the Hindu temple in the remote town of Ratangarh in Madhya Pradesh state on the last day of a popular festival.

Many bodies were pulled from the river, but officials said others may have been washed away. It was not immediately clear how many people were on the bridge when the stampede occurred, but local media said some 500,000 people visited the temple honoring the Hindu mother goddess Durga.

Deadly stampedes are relatively common at temples in India, where large crowds gather in tiny areas with no safety measures or crowd control. In 2011, more than 100 people were killed at a hilltop shrine in the southern state of Kerala. This is the second time people have died in a stampede at the exact same spot.

In 2006, around 50 people died on or around the previous wooden bridge, prompting authorities to

A woman cries next to the body of a victim killed in a stampede near Ratangarh temple, in Datia district in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. (Reuters)

recent tragic temple stampedes in india • January 2011: More than 100 • January 2005: More than 340 people are killed in a stampede at the Hindu pilgrims die in a stampede hilltop Sabarimala Hindu shrine in during a pilgrimage to the remote Kerala state.

Mandhar Devi temple in western Ma• September 2008: About 250 harashtra state.

Hindu pilgrims die in a stampede at • auguSt 2003: At least 40 pilthe Chamunda Devi temple in the scegrims die and 125 are injured when nic Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur. devotees waiting to bathe topple over • auguSt 2008: At least 140 peoa flimsy fence, triggering a stampede ple are killed in a stampede triggered at the Kumbh Mela bathing festival in by rumors of a rockslide at a hilltop Nasik in Maharashtra.

Hindu temple in Himachal Pradesh.

The Associated Press

replace it with a bigger, two-lane concrete span.

Adding to the chaos, police wielding sticks charged the crowd to try to contain the crowd. That prompted people to retaliate by throwing stones at the officers, said Dilip K. Arya, deputy inspector general of police, said. One officer was badly injured. Relatives crowded a state-run hospital to collect bodies and searched

frantically for loved ones among the injured people being treated there.

Arya told reporters Monday that 115 people had died in the stampede.

He expected the toll to rise as some of the injured were in a critical condition. The state has ordered a judicial inquiry. Engineers say the bridge was not damaged, and images from the scene showed vehicles and peo-

ple using the bridge after the stampede occurred.

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh expressed “deep sorrow and shock over the loss of lives” and asked local officials to help the injured and the families of the dead. “On this day of festivities, our hearts and prayers are with the victims and their families,” the prime minister’s office said in a statement.

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State government plans mega job mela

Chief Secretary Alemtemshi Jamir addressing the meeting.

(DIPR Photo)

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Kohima, october 14 (DiPr): A State level job oriented skill development mela will be organized by the Department of Employment & Craftsmen Training in collaboration with the Director General of Employment & Training (DGE&T) GoI, Ministry of Labour on October 30 to 31 at the Agri Expo site Dimapur.

Concerning this a coordination meeting of government departments whose participation will be required, was held with the

Chief Secretary Alemtemshi Jamir as the chairperson at the Chief Secretary’s Conference Hall on October 14. The Chief Secretary apprised the meeting that the concept of the mega event Job Mela emerge to create employment and job opportunities to the youth and also to build infrastructural development in the State. Thousands of youth in Nagaland irrespective of their occupation and educational qualification particularly boys and girls in all the villages over Nagaland

will be given opportunity for exposure as well as participation in the big event.

Various companies from outside the State and entrepreneurs will establish their stalls where youth from Nagaland will be given training, career guidance etc. The Chief Secretary said that if the training given by the companies to our youth is successful in the Job Mela, the State Government can take up the concept for further growth and development in future by making it a regular event for the benefit of the people and the State.

Work distributions were given to the departments and organizations where Chief Secretary has requested all concerned to contribute and do their parts for the success of the programme.

Following were the departments who attended the meeting: Director, IPR; Director, Higher & Technical Education; Director, Education department; Director, IT; Chief Engineer, PHE; Chief Engineer, Power; Chief Engineer, Roads & Bridges; Director, Agri, department; Director, Commerce & Industries; Representative from Youth Resources & Sports, Representative from Transport department and Youthnet.

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Kohima, october 14 (DiPr): The Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, W. Honje Konyak has stated in a notification vide No./Dev/Forest & Wildlife/2013 that, the District Level Committee on the Forest and Wildlife Crime of Kohima District has been constituted with the following members: Deputy Commissioner, Kohima as Chairman; Divisional Forest Officer, Kohima as Member Secretary and other members includes Superintendent of Police, Kohima; Project Director, DRDA, Kohima; Chief Executive Officer, KMC,

Kohima; Sub- Divisional Officer ( C ), Kohima Sadar; President, Angami Public Organisation; President, Rengma Hoho; President, Angami Youth Organisation and Chairman of Natural Nagas.

The notification further stated that to ensure more effective and timely action, Sub- Divisional Level Committee in line with the District Level Committee will be constituted by the concerned Administrative Officer. Additional Deputy Commissioner, Tseminyu and Sub- Divisional Officer ( C ), Sechü/ Jakhama are

directed to immediately cedure. take up the matter.

4. Enforce Wildlife Protection Act in the District as Roles of the Committee: far as practicable.

1. To work out action plan 5. Enforce complete ban on for protection of forest selling of wild animals’ and wild life in the Dismeat and birds in the trict. market and along Na2. Educate the citizens, tional Highways. village authorities and 6. Complete ban on burning NGOs on the importance of jungle/ forest. of preservation of for- 7. To ensure safety meaest and wild life through sures for migratory birds awareness campaign, like Amur Falcon and seminars, workshops others in the District. and media.

8. To recommend punitive 3. Examine the possibility actions for those commuof banning hunting or to nity/ village that failed to regulate the hunting protake up safety measures

SDEO Kohima calls eligible teachers for B.Ed training

Kohima, october 14 (mexN): In pursuance of guidelines notified by the Directorate of School Education, all SDEOs, Principal of GHSS and Headmaster/Headmistress of GHS under Kohima district are informed on eligible teachers to undergo B.Ed. training during the session 2014.

District Education Officer, Kohima Senthang has informed in a press release that the District Selection Committee will do selection of candidates strictly maintaining the given criteria: Selection of candidates should be done on the basis of seniority; Eligibility percentage of marks at B.A or M.A. or equivalent degree shall be 45% or above till further order; Candidates who are appointed against clear sanctioned posts shall be selected; No contract

or substitute teacher should be selected; A bond in prescribed Form be executed by all intending candidates; The DEO should submit the list of candidates along with applications and supporting documents to the Director for verification on or before 15th November 2013; Final deputation order will be issued from the Directorate of School Education; and Release Order, Service Book, LPC and up-to-date leave account of the trainees should be sent to the Principal, NCTE Kohima/Mokokchung and other institutes during admission.

Any eligible and intending teacher can obtain Application Form from office of the DEO during office hour.

The last date of submission of duly filled Application is October 31, 2013.

Kohima, october 14 (mexN): The professionally trained counselors in Nagaland held the first meeting on October 12 at Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, Kohima. The members present unanimously resolved to form an association for the professionally qualified counselors under the name “All Nagaland Counselors’ Association” (ANCA) with Kohima as its head office.

A press note received here stated that any counselor with at least one year Diploma or a Degree in Psychological Counseling from any recognized institution or university would be eligible to be a member of the Association. The Association was formed to provide a common platform for professional counselors in Nagaland with an objective to make the professional service available to the people in need, safeguard the interest of the counselors and to

Members of the “All Nagaland Counselors’ Association” during their first meeting held at the Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, Kohima on October 12.

explore and share the resources amongst its members.

Ikali Chopi, Teacher- Counselor and Rev. Fr. George Rino, Counselor & Secretary, Commission for Education, Diocese of Kohima spoke on Counselling and Psychotherapy and Professional code of ethics for counselors respectively. Tem-

sumenla Mozer, Counselor, Holy Cross Higher Secondary School, Dimapur; Sarhu Zho, Counselor, Unity Christian Higher Secondary School, Diphupar, Dimapur and Imkumla Aier, Counselor, Advanced Psychological Counselling Centre, Dimapur shared enriching experiences and success stories on counseling here

in our state.

The members unanimously resolved to observe a Counselors’ Day on November 27 with the rest of counselors working in North East India. The vote of thanks was proposed by RokotonoYanthan from the Directorate of School Education and meeting ended with the prayer of bene-

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of the forest and wildlife within its jurisdiction.

The Divisional Forest Officer, Kohima, Member Secretary of the Committee shall initiate necessary actions and ensure proper guidance for effective functioning of the District Level Committee. This notification was issued in pursuance of the Chief Wildlife Warden letter No. FG- 3/30/81/2648-2713 dated 28/06/2013 and partial modification of the Committee constituted by the DPDB, Kohima Dated 15th July, 2013,

The first comprehensive Sumi Bible Dictionary “Sumi Baibel Tsashe” written by Khezheto Achumi, Assoc. Pastor, Thilixu Baptist Church and Tovishe Achumi, Assoc. Pastor, Dimapur Town Sumi Baptist Church was released by Rev. S Vitoshe Swu, ES, WSBAK on October 13, 2013 during the Sumi Baptist Pastor’s Union Conference at Lumami village under Zunheboto district.

All Nagaland Counselors’ Association formed Verification team for Kiphire diction by Rev. Sr. Mary Alex, Counselor, Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, Kohima.

The meeting was convened and held under the chairmanship of Zavise Rume, which was attended by professionally trained counselors from across the State. A paper on “Aims and Objectives of the Association” and an introduction to the need of the Association for counselors in Nagaland was also presented by him.

In the meeting, the following members unanimously elected to be the office bearers of the Association with President-Zavise Rume; Vice President-Temsumenla Mozer; General Secretary- Rev. Fr. George Rino; Treasurer - Rev. Sr. Mary C. J. Constitution & Professional Code of Ethics Drafting Committee was formed with Rev. Fr. George Rino – Convener; Ikali Chopi- Member; Imkumla AierMember.

LADP 2013-14 constituted

KiPhire, october 14 (DiPr): The members of District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) Kiphire has constituted Verification Team members for LADP 201314 with ADC Seyochung and ADC Pungro as the conveners for the 59th Setime- Seyochung A/C and 60th Pungro A/C and the concern department where schemes are implemented as the team members.

The verification team has been constituted at the board meeting for the month of October held in the conference hall of the Deputy Commissioner on 14th October 2013.

Vice Chairman DPDB and Deputy Commissioner, Kesonyu Yhome IAS chaired the meeting.

The meeting reviewed the last meeting minutes and discussed the following agenda:

For the convenience of the department to protect its rich bio-diversity, flora and fauna found at the Pungro Sub- Division and to attract visitors/ tourist, the board members reminded the concerned department to depute manpower to the existing wildlife Range Office at Pungro. The Vice- Chairman entrusted the District Sports Officer (DSO) and few board members to chalk out programme for organizing the inter-departmental sports meet. The board members also forwarded the following agendas;- opening of health sub-centre at Tutheze and Fakim, black topping of approach road to Fire station at Kiphire to the government for consideration. The department of Road & Bridges presented its departmental activities in the district.

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Kire appeals Changkians to reconcile

DimaPur, october 14 (mexN): L Abeio Kire, Commissioner & Secretary to Chief Minister has appealed the youth of Changki village to think of “ways and means” to heal the ongoing “divide” in the village. He stated that while attending the concert organized by Changki Student’s Union Dimapur as the chief guest, October 12.

Kire said that being an in-law of Changki village he feels that it is his responsibility to convey a message which is personal and close to his heart and requested the ‘Changkians’ to bear with him. He said Senior members of Mao Baptist Church Dimapur (MBCD) pose for lens on the concluding day of the 3-day ‘Parents Camp’ held at the Church premise from October 11-13. Rev. K wounds are difficult to heal but the Losü, pastor of MBC Kohima and Rev. A Pfokrelo, pastor MBC 7th Mile were the speakers younger generation can take steps to bring unity in the village and live at the camp. (Morung Photo) together in harmony.

Nostalgically, he recalled how his parents told him about Naga pioneers from Changki village. Adding that earlier people recognized Changki village as a village that produced successful individuals but ZuNheboto, octo- ment to provide better ser- structed all the members now people focus on the “divide”. ber 14 (DiPr): The Zun- vice like other district in to let the payment be routheboto District Planning & the State. Concerning the ed through ADC Planning Development Board meet- release of payment under Zunheboto, Sekhamo.

Upgradation of Adalfo ing was held on October 8 PHED, the member delibwith D.C Zunheboto L. Aka- erated and reminded the School Asukhuto town to to Sema as the chairman. In concerned department to class 10 (Ten) standard review of the earlier meet- do proper scrutiny before was highlighted where ing, DC Zunheboto remind- releasing payments relat- the members agreed to ed all the concern depart- ing to any kind of work un- recommend the case to ments to submit district der taken by the public / the higher authority. With regard to the celebration human resources develop- contractors.

Kiviho Achumi APRO of 50 years anniversary ment report without delaying if any important docu- gave a power point presen- of the State, the members ment has to be published. tation about documentary discussed and agreed to Poor BSNL service in film on “GHOSÜ-A paradise deduct 1 (one) day wage, Zunheboto district was of birds”. In this matter, all which has to be submited highlighted and all mem- the members encouraged to A.D.C planning departbers expressed their the venture and agreed ment for onward submisopinions to the concern to contribute financial as- sion to the higher authordepartment for causing in- sistance toward success ity. The meeting concluded convenience to the public of the project. The Deputy with a vote of thanks from and reminded the depart- Commissioner further in- the chair.

Zunheboto DPDB members discusses poor BSNL service

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3-year-old drummer yet again pulls crowd

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he Changki Students Union Dimapur organized a concert on October 12 at IMC Hall in Dimapur, featuring various artistes of Changki village, such as – Tali Longkumer of Eximous, Lui Tzudir and Lipok Changkija of OFF, Temsu Akong of Diatribe, Dr Tiatoshi of Blueprint, Naro Changkija, Sosang Longkumer, Akokla Imchen, and Along Longkumer .

The evening was made more exciting with the presence of adorable 3-year-old Along Longkumer. He awed the audience by banging the drums to Deep Purple’s song Highway Star, AC/DC’s Back in Black and Led Zeppelin’s Rock And Roll. And after his performance he thanked the audience in his babyish voice, which again melted the hearts of many. Mention may be made that Along Longkumer is Sosang Longkumer and Akokla Imchen’s son.

Dr. Tiatoshi’s performance was another interesting one; he sang a Changki- mongsen song, ‘Nu-tsu-

3-year-old Along Longkumer banging the drums at the concert organised by Changki Students Union Dimapur October 12.

chu’ from the Blueprint’s debut al- Beautiful Day. bum – Beyond Boundaries. Later The other performers sang covhe was accompanied by Alo wanth. ers of various international artistes They performed Wanth’s number and enthralled the audience.

ZBCC 13th Children Conference held

DimaPur, october 14 (mexN): Zeme Baptist Church Council (ZBCC) Sunday School Department held its 13th Children Conference at Gaili Baptist Church from October 11 to 13 at Gaili Baptist Church. A press note issued by the ZBCC stated that 40 Churches and around 1541 children attended the programme which highlighted different competitions like Bible quiz, Quartet, Piano, Creative Indigenous Instrument with song and Choreography. The conference speakers were Izieteilung, Executive Secretary, ZBCC, Ramdeu Nsa, Mission Secretary ZBCC, Rev. Iringtie Kauring, Asst. Pastor, Zeme B/C Kohima, Mongzeung, Pastor, Jalukie Town. The workshop speakers were Atsibu Ndang, Kezuyi and Puirang.

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foundation in Darjeeling Organisations protest over New to work for Gorkhaland police district boundary issue Newmai News Network Imphal | October 14

United naga Council (UnC), all india tribal Students’ association delhi (aitSa) and Kuki Chiefs association, Manipur (KCaM) have voiced their concerns on the police district boundary issue of Saikul subdivision, Senapati district of Manipur.

Kuki inpi, Sailul gamkai (KiSg) and Saikul area naga Peoples Organisation (SanPO) sponsored 48 hours Senapati district bandh will begin from midnight of October 14 to register their resentments on the alleged negligence of the state government of Manipur towards their demands made through a memorandum submitted on September 25 for the immediate cancellation of Home department's notofication of June 14, 2011, and to withdraw all the villages of Saikul sub-division included in the police stations of imphal east district regarding the Police

district boundaries and police stations under the jurisdiction of Saikul Sub-division.

On Monday, the aitSa and KCaM have endorsed the 48hour Senapati district bandh while the UnC has said the inclusion of 120 tribal villages under Saikul Sub-division of Senapati district under various police stations of imphal east district and thoubal district by the government of Manipur “cannot be for anything but to carry out its communal policy to intrude upon the lands of the tribals in the name of security and law and order.”

"Why can the tribal villages not continue under the original police stations or if felt necessary, why cannot new police stations be opened up in the respective districts? to create administrative chaos in the land of social divide?," the UnC questioned, adding, "the communal government of Manipur seeks to control the tribals and their land through its policing machinery by tagging the above villages to

Parallel bandhs in Manipur

Newmai News Network Imphal | October 14

tWO SePaRate bandhs will begin tonight in Manipur.

Firts, an 18-hour shutdown in Manipur and tripura announced by the CorCoM and nLFt in protest against the merger of the then kingdoms of Manipur and twipra (tripura) with the dominion India on October 15, 1949, will begin Monday midnight. the Coordinating Committee of six Manipur based militant groups: the Revolutionary People’s Front/People’s Liberation army (RPF/PLa), United national Liberation Front (UnLF), Kanglei Yaon Kanna Lup (KYKL), Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PRePaK) and PRePaK-Progressive and national Liberation front of twipra have jointly called for the 18-hour shutdown in the two states against the merger agreements. essential services such as water supply, medical and religious activities, and media will not be within the purview of the strike, they informed. Separately, the Maoist Communist Party of Manipur has also announced a parallel 12-hour Manipur general strike.

Meanwhile, the Kuki inpi Saikul gamkai (KiSg) and Saikul area naga Peoples Organisation (SanPO) sponsored 48 hours Senapati district bandh is all set to start from midnight tonight which will disrupt both the national highways leading to Manipur. Leaders of KiSg and SanPO had said their demands should be met by September 30 failing which; they would consult with the other civil bodies of the area and resort to stern form of agitation.

Repatriation of Brus put on hold

AizAwl, OctOber 14 (Pti): the ongoing Bru repatriation from relief camps in north tripura to Mamit district of Mizoram is to be put on hold until the assembly poll process is completed in Mizoram, officials said.

Mamit district deputy Commissioner V Lalremthanga, who is also the chairman of the district core committee on Bru Repatriation, told Pti that the decision was taken during election Commission director general ashish Srivastava's visit to relief camps in north tripura on Wednesday and thursday. "as the repatriated Brus are to be given Rs. 80,000 per family as part of their rehabilitation and resettlement package, resumption of the repatriation process could be construed as being an attempt to select new beneficiaries and extend financial assistance to them," Lalremthanga said.

State joint chief electoral officer H Lalengmawia also said that the repatriation process was to be deferred while the polls were on as continuing with it would be in violation of the model code of conduct. the Mamit district core committee on Bru repatriations, in association with the Bru Coordination Committee, has identified 69 families lodged at the Khakchangpara, Kaskau and Hampsapara relief camps who are willing to be repatriated. there was a plan to repatriate them beginning the later part of this week. the plan, however, was put off after Srivastava's visit. a proposed meeting of the district Core Committee on Bru Repatriation was also deferred indefinitely.

police stations of the imphal valley districts and by diluting the distinct district boundaries". it then said that the government of india cannot remain a silent spectator when every attempts are being made by the goM to separate the tribals from effective ownership over their land. the Manipur Land Reforms and Land Revenue act (MLR & LR act) passed by the Parliament is applicable only to the valley area of Manipur. But the usurpation of tribal lands by the government of Manipur goes on unabated with subtle policies such as this, it added. the government of india will be failing its constitutional obligation of protecting the land of the tribals if it does not intervene and allow the government of Manipur to have its way and bulldoze over the rights of the tribals, the UnC stated.

Meanwhile, the all india tribal Students’ association delhi (aitSa) has expressed its solidarity with the demand of the Kuki inpi Saikul-gamkai

(KiSg) and Saikul area naga Peoples Organization (SanPO) for maintaining the status quo of the administrative boundaries in the Saikul areas. it said arbitrarily transferring the administrative areas of the settlement of scheduled tribe communities in 35 villages in Saikul sub-division under administrative jurisdiction of (general) Sagolmang police station, 20 villages under andro police station, 34 villages under Yaingangpokpi police station and another 10 villages under nongpok Sekmai police station without the knowledge and consent of the inhabitant, is a matter of serious concern for peace loving people of the state. aitSa and the Mongoloid Peoples Forum (MPF) delhi then appealed to the government to immediately look into the matter and in the meantime appeal to the Kuki inpi Saikul-gamkai and Saikul area naga Peoples Organization (SanPO) to refrain from imposing bandh for the time being.

Dilapidated roads snap Mizoram lifeline

AizAwl, OctOber 14 (iAnS): Supply of essential goods in Mizoram has been severely affected since Friday as hundreds of goodsladen vehicles are stranded on the national Highway (nH)-54, the lifeline of the mountainous state, due to severely dilapidated roads, officials said here Sunday.

"About 600 vehicles carrying food grains, oil, cooking gas and other essentials have been stranded for the past few days on nH-54 due to the severely dilapidated road conditions on some stretches of the highway," a food department official stated.

DArjeeling, OctOber 14 (Ht): Mahendra P Lama, the pro vice-chancellor of indira gandhi national Open University, handed in his resignation and floated the darjeeling-dooars United development Foundation (DDUDF). The outfit, which was floated in Darjeeling will work towards the formation of a separate state comprising darjeeling district and dooars region. addressing media persons in darjeeling town, Lama said, “this is an initiative by members of civil society, and social, political and professional formations in darjeeling district and dooars. the main objective of the foundation will be to initiate and strengthen the process of founding and developing an apex and all inclusive organisation that would advocate, move, argue, engage and achieve the historically raised and protractedly delayed separate state.” the foundation will work towards securing complete self-governance for the people of darjeeling district and dooars in the form of a separate state within the constitutional framework of the country. according to Lama, the separate state will be inclusive in nature and will address the needs of all the different communities living in this region.

“Usually a political party is floated and then a think tank is constituted. this time we have reversed the process. We already have a think tank that will chalk out our future course of action. at present the foundation is apolitical in nature,” said Lama. the ddUdF will stress on the criticality

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‘The rise in inflation should not come in the way of the forthcoming policy of monetary easing by the RBI as the arrival of kharif crop in October would provide some relief in food prices..’

New Delhi, OctOber 14 (Pti): India Inc today asked the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to cut interest rates saying food prices will fall with the arrival of kharif crops in October, even as inflation rose for the fourth straight month to 6.46 per cent in September. “The rise in inflation should not come in the way of the forthcoming policy of monetary easing by the RBI as the arrival of kharif crop in October would provide some relief in food prices,” CII Director General Chandrajit

Banerjee said.

Moreover, it is of utmost importance to shore up flagging investor sentiment which has been adversely affected by high interest rates, he added. “We believe, to revive the industrial growth prospects, government should cut the policy rates. Rate cut will be inevitable to facilitate industrial production process and to gain in the international markets by enhancing exports scenario further,” President of PHD Chamber of Commerce Suman Jyoti Khaitan said.

Higher prices of onion and other vegetables and fruits pushed up inflation to 6.46 per cent in September. Inflation was 6.1 per cent in August and 5.85 per cent (revised upward from 5.79 per cent) in July. In September last year, it was 8.07 per cent. The sharpest increase was witnessed in case of onion which jumped by 323 per cent year on year in September. The price of vegetables in general rose by 89.37 per cent making life difficult for the common man.

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Don’t let inflation come in the way of RBI rate cuts: India Inc

he Zeliang People Organisation (ZPO) is constraint to issue this rejoinder on “Zeliang People Organisation stands with NTC” which was published in some local dailies. The organisation is shocked by the statement issued by Azu Newmai and Kiesamyi Irangaung in the name and style of President and General Secretary, ZPO. The statement itself is misleading and has created further confusion amongst the Nagas.

Therefore, the ZPO hereby clarifies once and for all in the interest of the general public. That the ZPO, Nagaland is an organised body elected and mandated by the Village Councils and GBs of Peren district. Whereas, Azu Newmai and Kiesamyi are self proclaimed leader as they are discarded by the people. They have registered the organisation in the name of Zeliang People Organisation’, Nagaland bearing Regd. No. H/RS-4646 under Societies Registration Act 1860.

As such, no individual or group of people under Society Registration Act should be allowed to tarnish the very Customary Right of any tribe or Nagas as a whole.

Time and again we have clarified the position of ZPO, Peren District, how the Organisation was established viz; that on 15th June 2013 a joint meeting of Zeme Council and Liangmai Council was

Fruits too were costlier by 13.54 per cent year-on-year during the month. As per data released by the government today, food inflation stood at 18.40 per cent in September.

The food prices had shot up 18.18 per cent in the previous month. “The RBI has to ensure that availability and cost of finance to the end-user become competitive without any further delay,” Assocham Secretary General D S Rawat said.

“The upcoming quarterly monetary policy review must not resort to interest rate tightening, as it would further push the prices up,” Rawat added.

“Food inflation has remained at high levels for an extended period and needs to be tackled by taking adequate measures from the supply and distribution side,” Ficci Secretary General Didar Singh said. “With inflation firming up and industrial growth failing to take off, the central bank will once again find itself in a difficult situation in terms of calibrating the monetary policy,” Singh said.

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convened at Peren Town where Azu Newmai and Kiesamyi were also present and constituted the Election Commission to conduct election of ZPO. Accordingly, Election Commission headed by Shri. D. Abraham had notified and election was duly conducted represented by all Village Council Chairmen and GBs on 21st June 2013 in which the two self style leaders were not a part of ZPO. Therefore, the two leaders have no moral right to use the name of ZPO and do not represent the people of Zeliang in any manner. That ZPO is the subordinate body of Zeliangrong Baudi Nagaland working for the upliftment and welfare of the people, therefore, the ZPO stands by the Naga Hoho Assembly Resolution of 10th October 2013. Whoever had participated in the launching of NTC on 12th October at Kohima is purely on individual capacity and has nothing to do with the voice of the people.

Namvamg President Village Council Chairman Union Peren; District Kiezen President ZPO, Nagaland

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s a concerned citizen of Nagaland, I would like to congratulate the leaders who have initiated the formation of the Nagaland Tribes Council (NTC) with a view to work for the common interest and welfare of the Nagas of Nagaland.

Considering the internal difference within the different groups and organizations in our state, I feel such an organization was been required since long. But as said “it is never too late” and therefore the formation and launching of the Nagaland Tribes Council has been timely so that the Nagas in Nagaland can raise their voice through a common body.

There have been lots of differences in the opinions expressed by various leaders and organizations during the formation of NTC, but the views expressed should not be taken as a hindrance but the NTC leaders should consider it positively in further strengthening of the organization.

Nonetheless, the challenge ahead for NTC is immense and inundated so that its leaders have the will power to purely work in the interest of the common peoples’ aspiration. The Naga society requires committed and dedicated leaders to work for the Nagas of Nagaland and bring people closure to each other while also working to resolve the internal issues as one family.

So many organizations are working for different purposes and aims and objectives, but the hope upon NTC as the platform for the Nagas of Nagaland would be for restoration of peace and harmony and respecting the rule of law.

The NTC leaders should also try to work for the possible benefits as provided through the 16 Point Agreement and enshrined under Constitution of India.

I would also like to fervently appeal to the people of the 11 (eleven) districts in the state to join hands together and work cohesively towards achieving our common aspirations. I also hope that the NTC leaders would discharge their duties and responsibilities to the expectation of the people and serve the intended purpose.

Seyiekuolie Khezhie Ex-Minister, Nagaland

“Iodine deficiency a Global Health concern”

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DD’s is a Public Health Problem all over the world.

It is confirmed that one out of every five people in India lives in IDD endemic areas.

These disorders are caused by lack of iodine in the diet, which ranges from simple goiter, mental retardation, stunted growth to cretinism. Most of these disorders are permanent yet all of them are preventable only by consuming good quality salt daily. As the World observes 21st Oct. As the “Global IDD Prevention Day”, this item is published in the interest and for the information of the Public in general.

1. What is Iodine?

Iodine is a micro-nutrient element essential to human life.

Some of the most vital functions of the human body depend upon a regular supply of iodine.

2. What is the source of Iodine?

Iodine is naturally available in the soil and water. Our normal requirement comes

from crops grown on iodinerich soil. Therefore when the soil of any area lacks iodine the crops grown on such area lacks iodine. Consequently, those people who live on iodine deficient land do not get the daily requirement of iodine from their diet.

3. Why is iodine so important?

Because it is essential for the normal growth, development and functioning of both the brain and body. More importantly, without enough iodine a newborn’s brain and the body can become permanently retarded and stunted. A pregnant woman who is deficient in iodine is likely to produce abnormal child.

4. How much iodine does a person normally need?

The average daily requirement of an adult is 150 micrograms. However small the quantity may be, yet it is important that the body gets this quantity everyday.

5. What happens when a person does not get enough iodine?

Iodine deficiency in the diet forms a group of abnormalities known as iodine deficiency Disorders. It includes goitre, mental retardation, speech & hearing defect, squint, difficulties in standing & walking normally & growth retardation. During pregnancy it causes abortion, still-birth and birth of mentally deficient baby.

6. Why does a child become a cretin?

A baby in the mother’s womb needs regular supply of iodine for the normal growth & development of its brain & body. But when the mother is iodine deficient, the child too is deprived of this much needed nutrient. If the deficiency is severe, the growth & development of the child’s brain & body are permanently stunted and it becomes a cretin, causing unable to walk, talk or think normally.

7. Where does Iodine Deficiency Disorders occur in India?

It occurs in almost all the States & Union Territories of our country. The most affected areas lie in the sub-Himalayan belt extending from Jammu & Kashmir to the North East including Nagaland covering an area of 2500 Sq. Kms. 8. What is Iodised salt?

Iodised salt is nothing but the common salt to which a small quantity of iodine compound is added. It is used to prevent iodine deficiency. It looks, taste & smells exactly like an ordinary salt.

9. Why is Iodine added to salt?

Iodine is added to salt for the simple reason that we use salt everyday irrespective of caste, religion or economic status in normal quantity -10 to 15 grams a day. If this quantity is iodised we automatically get the right amount of iodine that is required everyday.

10. Can consumption of iodised salt cure goitre, cretinism & other Iodine Deficiency disorders?

No. Most of the disorders are permanent and incurable but it can be easily prevented before it occurs by consuming iodised salt regularly.

11. Will consumption of excess Iodine harm me?

No. Our body will utilize only the required quantity of iodine and the excess 9if any) will be excreted unused through the urine.

12. Can pregnant women and children use iodised salt?

Yes. The pregnant women and young children need it even more than others.

13. How can I know if salt contains Iodine?

We can know the content of iodine by testing the salt with a simple salt testing-kit method.

14. Do animal need iodised salt?

Yes. Iodised salt improves the health & productivity of

animals and reduces the number of still-birth & miscarriages.

Also cattle that are fed with iodised salt produce milk that is rich in iodine.

15. How should iodised salt be stored?

Iodised salt should be stored in an air tight container because prolong exposure to direct sunlight and moisture can destroy the iodine in the salt.

16. Is the sale of non-iodised banned in our State?

Yes. The sale of non-iodised salt is banned under the provision of PFA Act 1954 which is still enforced in our State.

If any trader is found selling non-iodised salt for human consumption is liable for prosecution under provision of the said Act. 17. What should the traders do? i. Shopkeepers should stock and sell only iodised salt. ii. They should ensure proper storage of iodised salt away

from direct sunlight and rain. iii. They should label the salt meant for farm or animal use as “NOT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION” 18. What is the responsibility of every citizen? i. To disseminate the informations on Iodine Deficiency Disorders, its consequences, control & preventive measures. ii. To purchase & consume iodised salt only. iii. To store iodised salt in close container. iv. Not to keep the iodised salt near or above the fireplace. v. Not to store iodised salt for more than six months.

“Iodine deficiency is so easy to prevent that it is a crime to let a single child be born mentally handicapped for that reason” Directorate of Health and Family Welfare NIDDCP (Cell) Nagaland: Kohima

Readers may please note that the contents of the articles, letters and opinions published do not reflect the outlook of this paper nor of the Editor in any form.

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ENWO and Vitamin Angels’ partnership succeeds Kohima, october 14 (mexN): Eastern Nagaland Women Organisation (ENWO) and not for profit international NGO, Vitamin Angels, based in LA, US have been working together for the last three years. They support by distributing Vitamin A and Albindozol for children under five years and multivitamin for mothers.

In this connection, Howard Schiffer, the President and founder of Vitamin Angels and eight others along with Dr. Shilpa V. Bhatte, country Director and Ayong Laktang Chang, coordinator ENWO visited Eastern Nagaland from September 28 to October 4 for documentations, distribution of Vitamins and to see the impact of the same.

A press release issued

by ENWO Kohima Unit (ENWOKU) acknowledged that the visit has encouraged ENWO and enhanced ownership by the primary stakeholders. “It has also given hope to the people especially for the mothers and children

Naga Orpheus Hunt voting begins Oct 16

moKoKchuNg, october 14 (mexN): After much deliberation and conscious verdict from the table of the judges comprising of Tali Angh, Aheli Moitra and Moanungsang, the selected eighteen contestants out of the probable fifty crooners from Nagaland entered the first recording round of Naga Orpheus Hunt, 2013 at the Eastern Talkies hall here.

True to their calling, all the contestants were given the chance to perform from genre of their own choice.

It may be mentioned that Roots, Mokokchung, the organizer of Naga Orpheus Hunt (NOH), 2013 is trying to bring a paradigm shift in the outlook of promotion of musically talented individual of the State albeit of tribe and race through this platform. Thus, the Roots roped in Meyalemba, a notable music aficionado and renowned teacher who is presently a teacher at the Royal Music School, Rongsenyangla, one of the finalists of 1st Naga Idol 2006 and Helen (Associate Professor) of Fazl Ali College to groom the selected 18 contestants to prepare them in their all round personality development.

The citizens of Nagaland can watch the performances of the NOH contestants on the local cable channel and vote for their favourite Orpheus. The voting commences from October 16 till October 29, 2013 for the first elimination round.

living near the border areas who don't have basic health facilities for mothers and child care systems.”

It stated that the program has helped reduce child mortality and also improved the children's performance in schools. Seeing the successful impact of the program, ENWO and Vitamin Angels will continue to work together for the betterment and health of the children and mothers of Eastern Nagaland, it affirmed. ENWO has thanked all who contributed their help and support during the team's visit.

It also informed that EMWOKU during its 3th general session on September 28 elected a new team of office bearers for the tenure 2013-16. The new team will be led by Mongsen Chang as President, Lemei B. Phom as Vice President, T. Throngpila Sangtam as General Secretary, Ruthla Yimchunger as Assistant General Secretary, Nginlih Konyak as Finance Secretary and Mongshai Khiamniungan as Treasurer.

Police arrests bike lifters

DimaPur, october 14 (mexN): Dimapur police recovered a bike which was reported stolen on October 11, 2013 from Aoyimti village, Dimapur. The Bajaj Discover bike bearing Registration No. NLO7J 0876, according to a press release issued by Additional Superintendent of Police/PRO, was stolen by unknown persons after which an FIR was lodged at East Police Station by the owner. The Diphupar police personnel on being informed recovered the stolen bike from Thilixu village on October 14 and arrested the two bike lifters who stole the bike and from whose possession the vehicle was found. The two accused identified as Hoshika Swu (32), and Tokheto Chisho (30) were forwarded to court after registering a case of vehicle lifting at East PS for investigation, it added.

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Awareness on Amur Falcons

WoKha, october 14 (mexN): The Pangti village council organised a one day Amur Falcon awareness programme at the community hall on October 11. The programme was supported by Wildlife Trust of India (WTI), Natural Nagas and the Forest Department of Nagaland.

A press release received here informed that the meeting saw an unexpected huge participation from Pangti as well as Sungro. The programme was chaired by the Pangti village Chairman Rhonchamo Shitri. He appreciated the WTI, Natural Nagas and Forest Department for supporting the awareness programme held in Pangti, the largest village in Wokha district, as well as the most affected area in regard to human/animal conflict.

Natural Nagas screened short clips of their activities in Pangti,Sungro and Ashaa villages. Steve Odyuo, chairman of the wildlife organ-

Tikhir Tsonglak-Nyi celebrated

DimaPur, october 14 (mexN): Hundreds of people attended the celebration of Tsonglak Nyi, one of the major festivals of Tikhirs in Dimapur on October 12.

The event was held at the residence of K. Memba, Treasurer of Tikhir Tribal Union Dimapur (TTUD) with Er. Chopongse Sangtam, Executive Engineer, DRDA, Mon as the chief guest. The Chief Guest exhorted that to maintain a better society needs a collective effort. He also stated it is a fast changing world and our traditions are changing. Hence, he urged not to change one's own tradition fully, but modify it in a relevant way. Tsonglak Nyi, he further said, is a time to recollect the past of a broken relationship within family, clans, community and with others. “As we recollect, we must also forgive and forget the past, and unless we change our vengeful mindset, it will not be easy for us to unite together to achieve a common goal.”

L. Khumo MLA & Advisor NEPED also exhorted that, in the olden days, head-hunting was a common practice and whosoever brought enemy’s head was considered Bahadur (warrior). But in our today's context, whosoever brings good reputation and success through education is known as Bahadur. And to let the children become Bahadur, parents are also responsible and need to put more effort. He encouraged the students to work hard in

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One of the posters distributed during the awareness programme.

isation mentioned that the media have to be sensitive to the locals who are affected by the human/animal conflict and exaggerated and sensational reporting should not be entertained.

The awareness in the grassroots is bearing fruits and irresponsible reports can delay and hijack the entire process if the confidence gained so far is lost, he said.

The Forest Depart-

ment was represented by Hemant (IFS) and Zuthunglo Patton (IFS). A power point presentation by Hemant about the Amur Falcons was an eye opener for all those present, the release stated.

Wildlife Trust of India's Yuri Pator also gave a presentation on the activities of WTI all across the nation. The WTI has signed a separate MoU with the

Government of Nagaland for wildlife conservation in Nagaland. It is also worth mentioning that unlike other organisation working in Nagaland, WTI not only spreads awareness for conservation of wildlife, but focuses on alternative livelihood programmes for the affected people.

The programme saw the screening of wildlife documentaries, performances by popular singers like Tia Lemtor from Kohima, Nzamo Ngullie from Wokha Town, C E M Kyong from Pangti. School children from Pangti also performed song on the Amur Falcon. Short speeches were delivered by Matthew, President Pangti Students Union and Zan of Fishermen union. Nyamo Odyuo GB said the vote of thanks and highly appreciated the efforts to clear the good name of Pangti which was tarnished due to the reports on the massacre last year.

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MEx FILE DC Kohima bans fire crackers Kohima, october 14 (DiPr): In view of maintaining law and order, the Deputy Commissioner of Kohima, W Honje Konyak has issued an order dated October 10 that use of any type of fire crackers is banned in and around Kohima till further order. The DC cautioned that offenders will be prosecuted as per relevant section of law.

ADC Wokha bans use of weapons

WoKha, october 14 (DiPr): Additional Deputy Commissioner of Wokha has informed that use of any kind of weapons-firearms including air guns, ammunitions, explosives, knives, nets, poison, snares, traps and any other instrument capable of injuring or killing wildlife, which includes migratory birds (Amur Falcon) is banned with immediate effect till further order. Defaulters will be penalized as per the provision of wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.

All Village Council Chairmen including members and GBs in the catchment area of the Doyang Hydro Electric Project have been directed to take immediate steps/measures (including imposition of fines etc) to prevent the use of weapons capable of injuring or killing wildlife.

DBA invites for consultative meet

DimaPur, october 14 (mexN): Dimapur Bar Association (DBA) invites all stake holders for a consultative meeting, to deliberate the issue of shifting the Court/ Judiciary premises from the present DC Office to Chumukedima, among other issues on October 16, 11:00 am at Lotha Hoho Ki. Concerned citizens and NGOs, particularly Naga Hoho, Naga Council, Nagaland Tribes Council, Central Nagaland Tribal Council, Dimapur District Citizens’ Forum, GB’S Association/ Federation, D.V Consumer Forum, DNSU, Dimapur Chamber of Commerce, BOAD, and media have been requested to send at least three representatives for thorough deliberation.

Mission organizations’ meeting

their studies to achieve their DimaPur, october 14 (mexN): Christ For the City International, Nagaland and Nagaland Missions goal in life through education.

Movement (NMM) is inviting all the different mission Stating the significance organizations working in Dimapur for informal meetof Tsonglak Nyi festival, P. ing and fellowship on October 17 at NMM office, FellowYanju stated it is a festival ship Colony at 4:00 pm. Rev. Dr. P. Dozo will highlight the of sanctification of equipimportance of the fellowship and meeting. Base Direcments as well as life and tor CFCI-N Rev. Amos Humtsoe has asked all to confirm invoking of God's blessings their coming through email - amos_humtsoe@redifffor lasting life and abundant mail.com or phone - 9402642538. blessings for sustenance. A press release issued by M NNC appeals to observe Martyrs’ Day Chuba, TTUD general secreKohima, october 14 (mexN): Naga National tary informed that the festiCouncil (NNC) is appealing all the Naga people, espeval was organized and hostcially the national workers to observe the Naga National ed by Thulinkhian (50 years Martyrs' Day on October 18 with prayer and respect. A below). The Tikhir women press release issued by NNC stated that Naga people married outside the tribe were also invited as special Women department of Mao Baptist Church Charangho (Shajouba) went on an expo- should never forget the Day as “Naga people and Nation become well known politically in the world because of invitees to the event. sure trip in and around the foothills area of Dimapur in October 2013. the Naga martyrs' sacrificial deeds.” “Those who laid down their lives for the Naga freedom should be honoured and paid due respect on this National Day of ours for their noble deeds for the Naga Nation and their sacrificial deeds will never go in vain.” The present generaDimaPur, october ebrations in a grand manner by the alumni informed that will take place on December tion, it asserted, should remember and observe the Day 14 (mexN): The alumni of and make it a great success. He the fourteen members in at- 14, 2013. Two co-ordinators as a “National duty of respect and honour the National Christian Higher Secondary highlighted the significance of tendance, sat for a discussion were nominated to oversee heros as they gave their all for the freedom of the Naga School (formerly Christian celebrating a jubilee by saying and agreed upon a number and initiate the programme people in particular.”

CHSS alumni meet to discuss Golden Jubilee

English School) Dimapur had their first get-together, with the focus on the forthcoming Golden Jubilee celebrations, at Covenant Hall, CHSS on October 12.

During the one hour rendezvous, the principal of CHSS Aheto Sumi encouraged the gathering to take up the challenge of organising the cel-

that it has to "cherish the past, celebrate the achievements and plan for the future." Gebu Haralu, vice-principal, CHSS also came up with valuable suggestions to take up programmes like workshops and seminars that would make the yearlong celebrations a constructive one.

A press release issued

of proposals initiated during the meeting. The meeting decided to keep aside the formation of alumni association for the follow up meetings. It also settled on contacting the other alumni through social media and word of mouth too (Facebook users can add CHSS (official) group). The next meeting

for the next meet. Renbeni Kikon and Kathimen can be contacted in the mobile numbers 09856804627, 09774336076.

The alumni hoped that the subsequent meetings would result in bigger attendance to set things for the Golden Jubilee rolling in greater enthusiasm.

Naga youth receives national award

JaLaNDhar, october 14 (mexN): Jievitho Augustine Nyuwi of St. Xavier’s Parish, Meluri, received the 17th National Youth Award at a glittering ceremony on October 11 during the 9th National Youth Convention at Jalandhar, Punjab. The award is given out annually for excellence in youth ministry

by Catholic Bishops Conference of India (CBCI) Commission for Youth and Youth Activ8 Foundation of the Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM).

The award was given away by Archbishop, Leo Cornelio of Bhopal and Chairman of CBCI Commission for Youth, Bishop Franco Mulakkal of Jalandhar, Bishop Jacob Mar Barnabas

OIC, and Archbishop Anil J. T. Couto of Delhi.

Jievitho Nyuwi is currently the president of

Pochury Catholic Youth Association and Central Executive Committee member of Nagaland Catholic

DimaPur, october 14 (mexN): Tia, the elephant calf rescued on November 1, 2012 by the Intanki staff inside the National Park celebrated his first birthday at Intanki National Park on October 13.

The day was celebrated in the presence of Dr. R. Wati, owner of Animal Health Centre, Fellowship Colony, Dimapur and his wife, officer-in-charge, Intanki National Park, Tsingthrise Sangtam, Officer-in-charge, Nagaland Zoological Park and staff of Intanki National Park.

The celebration was marked by presentation of gifts in the form of feed items, mineral supplements and medicines procured through donations from well-wishers.

“Tia has grown at a rapid rate since his rescue and is in good health,” stated a press note issued

by Intanki National Park officer-in-charge Tsingthrise Sangtam. He also added that since his rescue, many well-wishers have come forward to donate in the form of cash and kind for his welfare and many have continued to do so till today. Dr. R. Wati has been tirelessly monitoring the health of the rescued calf and has been the driving force behind the donation drive for Tia’s welfare, the note added.

The department has conveyed appreciation to all well-wishers for their tireless support and generous donations for Tia’s welfare.

Kohima, october 14 (mexN): Parliamentary Secretary for Horticulture Neiba Kronu embarked on a study tour cum gaining first-hand experience about organic cultivation to Organic Trade Association (OTA) Baltimore (USA) and FiBL Frick in Switzerland from September 27 to October 3. He was received by the Organic Trade Association (OTA), USA at its official Pavilion at Biofach America. OTA envisions organic products becoming a significant part of everyday life, enhancing people's lives and the environment. It represents businesses across the organic supply chain.

A press release received here informed that the scope of tea, ginger, turmeric, pineapple and honey from Nagaland and bringing a buyers mission from America and Europe to Nagaland was also

Jievitho Augustine Nyuwi receiving the National Youth Award.

Youth movement (NCYM).

The award recognized his outstanding work for the youth ministry in the Kohima diocese and his leadership at the diocese, tribe and parish level.

He was the Vice-President of NCYM 2009-11.

In this capacity, he participated in the National Youth Convention (2010) in Shillong, Meghalaya. He helped organize the 6th Nagaland Youth Convention at Meluri in January 2011. He has organised several camps and conventions for the youth of his tribe and even at diocese level. He also attended World Youth Day 2013 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The last Naga to win this prestigious award was Nikhi Pohena in 2004 in Bhopal.

ENSF Federal Assembly Session

DimaPur, october 14 (mexN): The Federal Assembly Session of Eastern Naga Students’ Federation (ENSF) will be held on October 17 at Mon Town hosted by the Konyak Students’ Union. Therefore, all the federating and sub-ordinate units have been directed to reach the venue on October 16. At least five members each, led by the Presidents and Speakers/Exe Chairmen of the respective units, all the former officials and advisors have been requested to attend the session.

Kohima Press Club northeast tour

Some of Kohima Press Club members pose for camera before leaving for Shillong on October 14. (Morung photo)

Kohima, october 14 teract with the officials. The (mexN): Kohima Press team is also scheduled to

Club (KPC) led by its president Kopelo Krome left Kohima this morning for Shillong and Guwahati for a weeklong northeast tour.

During the tour, they will visit North Eastern Council office and interact with the officials. They will also visit DIPR Office, Shillong and in-

meet Meghalaya chief minister Mukul Sangma. The press fraternity will also visit Cherrapunji, Kaziranga National Park etc.

The KPC has initiated this tour to familiarize with the counterparts in Meghalaya and Assam. The will return to Nagaland on October 18.

‘Tia’ celebrates first birthday at Intanki Neiba Kronu examines organic farming in USA and Switzerland

Tia, the elephant calf seen at Intanki National Park.

Neiba Kronu with the officials of OTA, Baltimore.

discussed with the Trade officials. The Parliamentary secretary also interacted with the officials of IFOAM, BIOFACH and Organic Services.

Neiba Kronu then proceeded to FiBL, Frick (Switzerland), which is an independent, non-profit, research institute with the aim of advancing cutting-edge

science in the field of organic agriculture. The research team works together with farmers to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions to boost agricultural productivity while never losing sight of environmental, health and socio-economic impacts. FiBL gives high priority to transferring knowledge into agricultural prac-

tice through advisory work, training and conferences.

Kronu also had an informative interaction with Dr. Niggli, Director FiBL. According to the note, the Director, FiBl expressed his pleasure of meeting the Parliamentary Secretary and offered assistance of FiBL for any technical cooperation with the Government of Nagaland. Kronu, the release said, pointed out that the Nagaland Government too has framed an Organic Policy. He observed that with only organic products, we can compete with others in the market. He also stressed on encouraging products with low volume and high value. He envisages implementing such activities in consultation with these international agencies and importing their technical knowhow in the horticultural sector of Nagaland.

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The Power of Truth

The Morung Express TuEsDAy 15 OcTObEr 2013 vOl. vIII IssuE 281

The Naga Legacy of Colonial Anthropology

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olonialism not only subsumes culture taking over and imposing itself over the ‘cultural other,’ it also involves a series of cultural, economic and political relations which work against the values and praxis of justice.

Consistent with the Colonial project of labeling indigenous peoples as ‘tribes’ and ‘savages,’ Andrew Gray points out that the British characterization of Nagas as “savages who were head-hunters” was another justification on their part for ignoring the rise of Naga collective consciousness for self-determination. The British kept the Nagas “isolated and underdeveloped” and were set “apart from the political movements taking place in British India through a set of regulations which were meant to ‘protect’ them.”

Since the British “did not extend more than a shadow of state apparatus to the Naga areas” Luingam Luithui and Nandita Haksar assert that the British administrative network, which was the “one and only factor” linking the Nagas and the rest of British India, was “too fragile to be of any concrete value in the building of claiming of a common identity.” While the British approach of non-interference provided Nagas the space to continue almost independent existence outside the British sphere of authority, it is still reflective of the “twoedged sword of imperial rule.” Gray points out that during the 19th century the Nagas were exposed to harsh physical subjugation and oppression in order to conform to British administrative patterns, while the 20th century saw a “benign and relatively sensitive administration,” which for the most part took place under anthropologists. Under this “anthropological rule” Gray points out that Nagas were “only allowed to practice their own self-development in as far as it coincided with the anthropological framework of the administration.”

Andrew Gray notes “it was the Naga people themselves who, understanding the nature of the colonial rule, mapped their independence which they had had before the British came onto a national identity which arose within the conditions of colonialism.” Subsequently, the British sought to repress the Naga people’s “unifying nature of emerging nationalism” by encouraging and feeding notions of “tribal identity” and “tribalism,” which was used as a tool “against creating larger unities of political organization.” This is very clearly demonstrated in the practice of categorizing independent Naga ‘village-states’ into a parochial and exclusive categorization of a tribe, and later drawing boundaries along tribes.

Until today, this colonial policy of ‘tribalism’ continues to have far reaching consequences on the present Naga generation.

Marcus Franke says that as a “product of a well-aimed, divideand-rule policy carried out by the Indian state, tribalism today provides one excuse for the Indian administration not to tackle the Naga question in earnest.”

Today, after nearly 190 years since the British first came in contact with the Nagas, the 21st century Naga still continues to grapple with the colonial and anthropological construct of ‘tribe’ and ‘tribalism.’ If Nagas are to recover our humanity and dignity as a people, we need to not only revisit our colonial past, but we need to transcend the identities that have been imposed on us.

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Arun Kumar | IANS

‘I am not a superman’

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ith a "little bit of euphoria" surrounding him with the arrest of the Indian rupee's slide, RBI's new governor, Raghuram Rajan, has sought to temper expectations saying "I am not a superman". Portraying himself as a regular guy with "a wife and two kids," he told a Washington audience Saturday what the country's central bank could do or not do.

"Expectations are high. There is a little bit of euphoria in India," said Rajan, a former Chief Economist at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and economic adviser to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, at an event at the Institute of International Finance.

But "clearly I am not a superman," said Rajan, who has often been portrayed in the media as Raghuram Rajan a "rock star" of finance.

"We can do more than what a central bank in an industrial country can do. But we can in some ways do less," he said. "On where we can do more, clearly there are a lot of low hanging fruit in the financial sector," he said. Rajan, who was here to attend the just concluded annual Fund-World Bank annual meetings, said emerging market economies were less understood and financial sector reforms can be incredibly positive for growth going forward.

"I think, with the fiRaghuram Rajan. File Photo nancial sector reforms, coupled with the real sector reforms, the growth turn around should be on its way," he said. He noted that the Indian government was doing a "fair amount of reform" which needs little bit of time for the results to show up. "The problem of being in academics and then getting into these positions is there is a well documented trail of thinking," said Rajan, who is currently on leave of absence as a professor of finance at the graduate business school at the University of Chicago. India must not be seen as a country in crisis, he said, days after declaring that New Delhi would not run to the IMF for money for at least the next five years and maybe even beyond. "We have $280 billion of forex reserves.

Come on!" he exclaimed, adding that India was, in fact, lending to the IMF. "I think the perception should change now."

He said India was facing turmoil in the financial markets but was away from any crisis-like situation.

"We are a country which has a debt of 66 percent of GDP, 90 percent of which is denominated in rupees. External debt was 22 percent of GDP and reserves at 15 percent of GDP. We can pay back all the short-term debt tomorrow," he said. He said India has issues in the financial sector. There were inflation challenges; there was a need to get back to a high growth trajectory. "But these are certainly not crisis issues."

"We can do more than what a central bank in an industrial country can do. But we can in some ways do less,"

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Gianluca Giannelli and Giorgio Griziotti

Dumping on the world: e-waste 2.0 E-Waste is the new emerging pathology of the ecosystem, born during the current historic period of capitalist production

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n the history of the subjection and exploitation of the planet’s resources, the human species has always produced scrapheaps and waste as a side effect of its production and consumption activities. E-Waste is the new emerging pathology of the ecosystem, born during the current historic period of capitalist production.

Electrical and electronic waste (ewaste) is the major flow of waste in the world, growing faster than any other type of waste. With an annual volume that lies between 40 and 50 million tons, according to UNEP (United Nation Environment Program), the growing amount of e-waste could grow exponentially, as much as 500 times over the coming decade. Especially in countries like India, China and some African regions where the technology industry is growing fast.

It is hazardous waste, containing dozens of substances dangerous to human health and the environment and it is hard to dispose of sustainably. It needs a costly processing technique to make it recyclable. This is the reason why about 80% of the e-waste produced in developed countries (North America and Europe at the top of the list) is not disposed of in situ, but shipped, most of the time illegally, to developing countries on cargo ships where it is illegally disposed of.

The waste produced by man, first with the ‘industrial economy’, followed by the chemical, the petroleum and then the plastic, has never been capable of being metabolized and recycled by the force of nature that regulates the vital dynamics of the planet. But between them the ‘commercialization of everything’ process and capitalist valorization has been able to create a true “waste economy”. This extends the logic behind profit and exploitation even to those scrapheaps that it has produced, creating a never-ending cycle that profits from its own death. Like organic waste, which becomes organic matter and regenerates life during decomposition, capitalism uses the work of human beings to decompose waste produced by other humans in order to generate profit.

No longer do worms and enzymes carry out the natural cycle of life and death, producing biochemical energy and fertilizing the land. Now men and women are forced to take apart inorganic carcasses in order to generate money for their survival and for other men’s profit.

The peculiar process of the functional diversification and specialization of the human species, brought about by the modern global organization of the capitalist system of production, commandeers from natural resources and the knowledge arising from traditional production techniques, whatever would have once been sufficient to sustain local populations. And it forces the population who is now deprived, to accept, as their only solution, a survival conditional upon operating a specific function within the division of labour of the world at large.

Old and new colonization’s processes produce old and new methods of specialization, based on ethnos and territory, giving life to generations of men and women condemned to carry

out specific tasks. Men and women are “socially modified” to carry out a specific functional task that supports the entire system.

This too is what has happened to the “waste economy”, which, since its birth coincided with that of industrial capitalism, has gone through the kind of transformative changes that industrial capitalism itself has been undergoing. In the same way, ‘socially-modified’ men have been involved in transformations to adapt to the changing functional needs. Take those who worked to sort urban solid waste in the open-air dumpsters of western cities during the industrial age, or the metal digger, usually looking for copper, going through waste containers in contemporary post-industrial cities. In form and function, these figures reflect different historic settings of the capitalist system. Today, thanks to the diffusion of the information linked to communications technology, the men, women and children of African villages who “ decompose” big commercial ships beached after being left abandoned and adrift are more readily visible, like those who select urban solid waste in the open air rubbish tips in Madagascar, a sublime place transformed into one of the twentyfirst century post-industrial world’s dumpsters.

The current phase of financialbiocognitive capitalism dictates the physiognomy of the present day version of the ‘waste economy’, accepting “e-waste” as both the matter and symbol of discontinuity. Through cognitive machines we have the production of new genres of consumerist individualities. Consumer objects, characterised symbolically as instruments of social emancipation during the Fordist era of mass production and consumption, have now been drained of their ability to give pleasure. To avoid cognitive machines becoming instruments recyclable through the independent production of multitudes, the objective of today’s capitalism is to create biocognitive individualities destined to produce and to consume information, signs and symbols during their biological existence, and transferring the true value of merchandise to such immaterial content.

Marx’s famous formula for the valorization of capital during the industrial and modernization era, "M-C-M+" today becomes "M-I-M+" where I is the information that is continuously pro-

duced and consumed by individualized people who are the product of segmentation and biocognitive segregation.

To survive the drop in profits linked to computerized industrial production, cognitive capitalism needs a digitalization of the Ego induced to pursue continuous fulfilment through a kind of semiotic bulimia, from which it can extract the greater part of its value, reducing materiality to just a support mechanism, a vehicle, a means of supplying the “sign”, where the “sign” is the real object of individual pleasure.

Signs and information linger everywhere and forever in hypermediated networks and individual minds. But the material support mechanisms remain limited and localized as a result of a necessarily highly achieved physical and technological obsolescence combined with their specific territorial location at the end of the employment cycle. And it is in these resulting ‘spaces’ that we discover e-waste; a massacre of land and men, brought about by the neoliberal management of the waste of digital consumerism.

In such ‘spaces’, matter meets materiality, the misery and the stunted life conditions of men, women and children who survive through breaking this waste down and de-composing it. If in the solitude of life online there is a loss of contact with the materiality of technological objects, so we are stunned when we find those objects again in the form of a toxic dumpster together with the even more stunning gaze of young men and adolescents who are forced to live in that dumpster.

The vast quantity of e-waste sites in poor southern countries is readily explained by the millions of tons of electronic scraps poured out there. It is a flow that is on the increase thanks to the integration of networks and territories to PC and to television which has added a billion new mobile devices like smartphones, tablets, laptops etc. to the list.

This cornucopia is incentivized by ICTii Corporations, which in their spasmodic search for infinite profit have implemented a programmed obsolescence of their products that is increasingly widespread and inescapable.

In this regime of financialised governance, the laws that should prevent these kinds of human and ecological disasters are planned in a way that leaves plenty of scope for the interests of those who have economic power, public or private. This presents quite a dramatic contrast to the toughness

applied to those laws made to keep migrant workers away from our postindustrial paradises. The ruling executive greatly prefers that they stay in their homes, and then transforms those homes into toxic rubbish dumps.

Strengthening and enforcing insufficient international laws would thwart massive profits. Disposing of a PC by sending it to a dumpster in Africa costs $2, while it would cost $20 to sustainably recycle it. Those $18 are split between apparently respectable operators from the north and their equivalent mobsters from the south.

The connivance and complementarity between lawful capital and capital linked to the Mafia in some countries of southern Europe, is reproduced on a world scale, in the peripheral regions of the world, where these forms of capital accumulation and mafia-like organizations represent an essential point of entry into the international division of labour.

According to economists who are not subservient to this mainstream financial logic, “in the end, cognitive capital and capital linked to the mafia find their true unity in the innate opacity of financial markets where any distinction disappears”iii.

In developing countries the ecomafia is taking charge of rare and nonrenewable resources, and is contributing to the ecological crisis with e-waste.

In both cases we are talking about the expropriation of the commons, both regarding the devastation of land and the exploitation that enslaves people to the precarious life conditions of those who work in such an inferno.

If we choose to look, we can see before us the tangible results of the brutal materialization of this division of labour in the global economy, wherein the financial oligarchy inherits as its share intellectual property, immaterial production or bio-hypermedia devices, while the multitudes of the “damnés de la terre”, get the enforced slavery of the technological dumpsters that invade their ecosystem, making it sterile and toxic.

E-waste terrains, 300 tons of radioactive water poured into Fukushima’s ocean every day, lands in decay ravaged by fracking (hydraulic fracturing) to extract oil and gas from shale: there is no let-up in the scars left by today’s capitalist model. Through the network, the dominant machine of economic rationale is accelerating the rhythm of destruction of our biosphere.

When will it stop?

time and was reading the 5.35 a.m. bulletin for AIR's external services division. He was among the 14 veteran newscasters honoured at a special event here recently to celebrate 75 years of AIR's news transmission in the four languages.

"It was a thrilling moment, a historical moment, I am fortunate to have been the first to make the announcement," Venkatraman, who retired in 1985 but continued on a casual basis till 2007, told IANS. Saroj Narayanaswami recalls having read the news about Indira Gandhi's assassination. An ardent admirer of the then prime minister, including sharing the latter's keenness in solving cryptic crosswords, Narayanaswami says she found it difficult to keep out the emotion from her voice while making the announcement on Oct 31, 1984, on Tamil news. "We are supposed to be objective while reading news, but when Indira Gandhi died I was emotional," the veteran newscaster told IANS. She also remembers reading the news of India winning the 1983 ICC Cricket World Cup under Kapil Dev. Narayanaswami, 79, who has a

deep voice and is a very well known figure among Tamil households in India and the diaspora, says a newscaster needs to pay attention to intonation, diction, presentation and pronunciation to excel in the profession.

"Whenever there was a French word in the news I would contact the French embassy in order to get the pronunciation right. I was also careful to modulate my voice according to the news, and knew exactly where to make a pause. These things are very important in making for good news reading," said Narayanaswami, whose English diction is equally good.

P. Rajaram, another veteran Tamil newscaster who was honoured, says the 5.35 a.m. bulletin is keenly heard

by Tamil listeners in Southeast Asia.

Giving an example of the close link between newscasters and listeners, Rajaram said once while reading the news his voice got caught midway, and he asked his colleague to continue reading. "As soon as the bulletin ended, there was a flood of phone calls, including from Chennai, asking if I was all right," Rajaram told IANS.

He recalls having read the breaking news for the 5.35 a.m. bulletin when M.G. Ramachandran died on Dec 24, 1987. It was a particularly challenging moment as there was no prepared text for an orbituary. Being familiar with details of the late actor-politician's life since he had written about it, Rajaram was able to read out an impromptu small obit on the bulletin.

"You have to have peace of mind. You can't afford to be tense. If you make a mistake, you must continue reading. If you fumble while reading, just continue; that is the mantra," Rajaram told IANS. Deepak Dholakia, a veteran of the Gujarati unit, remembers reading the news when Indira Gandhi was defeated in the 1977 general elections.

"I have seen so many prime ministers - from Indira Gandhi to Deve Gowda," said Dholakia, adding he had taken up the issue of employees and was for "genuine autonomy" for Prasar Bharti, the public broadcaster under which AIR and Doordarshan function.

News reading, according to Dholakia, is not just about knowing the language. "You have to enter into the language, into each and every word" in order to make what you read matter to your listeners.

AIR newscasters make words matter ranjana Narayan IANS

Their voices are a part of the everyday life of the people of India, and some have lent their voice to history - to announce the independence of the country, the assassination of Indira Gandhi, India winning the 1983 cricket World Cup. Veteran All India Radio (AIR) newscasters are familiar household names who continue to share a special bond with their listeners.

Remember the likes of Devaki Nandan Pandey, Melville de Mello, Surajit Sen, Sushil Jhaveri, Lotika Ratnam and Pamela Singh? Many of them are not around any more or have faded into oblivion. Even so, some veterans remain, and a group of them, belonging to the Tamil, Telugu, Marathi and Gujarat streams, were honoured at a function here recently.

R.S. Venkatraman, 88, was the first to announce over AIR that India had gained its independence. "Inthiya naadu indru sudandiram petrathu" (India became independent today) were approximately the words the Tamil newscaster read out during the early morning bulletin of Aug 15, 1947.

Venkatraman, who later became head of the Tamil unit in Delhi, was 25 at that

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PERSPECTIVE NEWS ANALYSIS, FEATURE AND DISCOURSE

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POLL RESULTS

Are young nAgA politiciAns mAking Any difference in the decision mAking of the nAgAlAnd stAte government? some of those who voted yEs had this to say: • At the moment it is too early to make an assessment of whether they are making any difference.

But at the same time, one can see that they are doing some positive things for the people.

• Yes … young politicians like M Jamir. M Kikon, P. Konyak and many more would bring tremendous change for the young generation to reap … many were left undone from the previous successive government and many have failed to keep ‘FARSIGHTED VISION’ in the field of education, medical, engineering, etc. Here, we love to blame govt by sometimes we have to admit our own mistakes and blame ourselves too. The govt failures does not only mean for politicians to take responsibility, but it is also our (public) responsibility too. Unless we public change today mindsets, no govt will built this nation strong.

God Bless Nagaland.

• Too early to judge......but i sense a 'Yes' ......may be not all of them......Give them some time before making any critics. some of those who voted NO had this to say: • It may be too early to judge their personal performances. However, I vote a NO as far as making any differences in the decision making of the state government. Everyone know that the Nagaland government led by NPF is in a bad shape. But it is during these times that the young politicians should actually step up and show how they are different from the elder generation. But so far, they have said nothing new at all.

• Some people may say its too early to judge their performance, but anything more than six months is a pretty long time to form an impression and to leave an impression. It does not mean that they would have gotten everything done, but it is sufficient for us the public to have formed an opinion on what kind of leaders our young MLAs are. While we wait for them to get more experience and to learn the trade of the tools, our roads are getting worse, our power supply is no better, our water supply is drying up, there is more corruption and so on. The

list is endless. For the young MLAs, I am sure they cheer up and keep working for better Nagalim must have had a vision for the society and that • No, they dont hav much voice in the decision makis why they joined politics. So there is no waiting ing game. For example, just look at Rahul Gandhi, its • No, the babbus have fooled them as usual been years now, but people still keep harping that • So far BIG NO.......hope they know when to humble and to reacted to their superior but let's wait and it is too early to make a judgement on Rahul Gandhi’s performance. When is the time the right time. watch........

• I sud say No as f nw So before our young MLAs • Only good at blowing trummake any difference, this is 69% pets like their counterparts/prethe time for us the public to decessors tell them what we expect of • No! Just used by senior them. They must get off from politicians or more engaged in their senior politicians, they Chief Guest duty than in makshould tell the public about ing decisions! their vision for the society – • It is definitely a no. I even which none of them seems wonder how much power they to have, they should interact get to use even in the departmore with young people and ment that they have been asnot just attend programs as signed to. the Chief Guest. It seems 22% • No, if the young MLAs canour young MLAs are getting not make any difference in the drunk with their new found first six months, it is very impower. They have been a 09% probable that they will make disappointing lot so far. It’s any significant difference in the an outright no for me. next four years. In fact things • No. They are still not yet givmay only get worse and worse en a fair chance or a platyEs NO OTHERs for them. form. Still a long way to go.

• No, its looks like they can• Not at all. Instead of making changes they seem to have accepted the norms not get out of the grip of the older politicians, their so called advisors and relatives. set by their FATHERS. • No, I dont think so • During my 3 years stay in Nagaland, i haven't come some of those who voted OTHERs had this to say: across or heard of any such politicians. It's definite- • Looking at the current situation in Nagaland, it has become the most backward and corrupted state in ly a big 'NO'!! I'd like to justify by citing an example. the country. Shame for Naga's. Rio and his party Nagaland has lots of youths who drive luxuries and expensive vehicles. A politician will absolutely own needs to wake up and repent from their evil ways one. If they are aware and concerned, they'd start and seek forgiveness from God. They do not need from ' better roads'. The roads are going from bad to justify any criminal acts because it is already in to worse each year. Yet there seems to be comthe book of the people. History will not be kind if plete lack of antidotes. But we have quite a many he does not stop from killing the masses, his blood youngsters who are now taking a great interest in line, and his own people. the welfare of the state. Maybe after a year or two, • They make decision but no authority over their dethe young Nagas will make a difference. So let's cision

morAlity And the WorkplAce Tuisem a. shishak, Ph.d.

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(Founder and Principal Emeritus, Patkai Christian College)

oral questions deal with values about what is good and bad, or right and wrong, or statements about what ought to be done or ought not to be done. Theologically speaking, we are moral and spiritual creatures. As rational beings, unlike the brutes, we do think and make judgments on what is right and what is wrong.

According to Mortimer J. Adler [1]: “… moral relativism and moral subjectivism, so common among the best educated . . . are the result of poor thinking about what is really good for us” (Reforming Education, p. 239). Within secularism, all of life, every human value, and every human activity is to be understood in the light of this present world. What matters is “now” and only “now”. We must make our decisions, live our lives, make our plans, all within the closed arena of this time—the here and now, whereas the biblical worldview is always concerned with the timeless. The Bible teaches that we are created for eternity. Hence the necessity of moral and spiritual absolutes.

The best understanding of the subject—Morality and the Workplace—is provided by the Judeo-Christian worldview. The question of work is foundationally rooted in the creation story of Genesis 1 where God is shown as a worker: “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” By creating human beings in his image, God made them workers as well.

In the words of Lamar Thompson [2], “Life is work, death is retirement.” And Mother Theresa has said, “Work without love is slavery.”

The “workplace,” narrowly defined, is the office, factory, farm or any place where one works, but the biblical definition of the “workplace” encompasses the whole of God’s creation (the universe).

The global house, biblically speaking, is the world, which is our home. The world (cosmos) then is the ultimate workplace for every human being. Economics has to do with managing the resources that ultimately belong to God. God holds us accountable for what we do in that management process as we take care of the world that He has given us.

The uniqueness of work has been misunderstood, misinterpreted, and abused by men and women the world over. In this article I have attempted to present the What, Why, and How of WORK through the eyes of Judeo-Christian faith.

1. What is Work?

Two dictionary definitions of “Work”: “1) Continued exertion or activity, whether physical or mental, directed to some purpose or end.

2) The activity or job that a person does to earn money. … especially, the activities by which one earns one’s livelihood.”

The Judeo-Christian Scriptures depict God as creatively involved in the affairs of man and the whole creation. Man, being created in God’s image (Gen.1:26, 27) is to work as a steward of God’s creation (Gen. 2:15). After the Fall, man is to work even more, not less, all his life (Gen. 3:1719) for his livelihood. But “Work” is not primarily about jobs and pay. The Christian doctrine of work is closely related to the doctrines of the creative energy of God and the divine image in man. In the words of Dorothy Sayers [3]: “The fallacy (is) that…work is not the expression of man’s creative energy in the service of society, but only something he does in order to obtain money and leisure” (Creed or Chaos, p. 52). Quoting William

Bennett [4], “Work is applied effort; it is whatever we put ourselves into, whatever we expend our energy on for the sake of accomplishing or achieving something. Work in this fundamental sense is not what we do for a living but what we do with our living” (The Book of Virtues, p.348). Work, therefore, is the natural exercise and function of man, created in the image of his Creator.

2. The “Why” of Work To think that work is a necessary drudgery to be undertaken for the purpose of making money or making a living is a wrong start. Rather it should be thought of as a way of life in which man finds his proper exercise and delight and thus fulfills himself to the glory of God. Work should be viewed biblically as a creative activity undertaken for love of the work itself, and as Sayers says, “Man, made in God’s image, should make things, as God makes them, for the sake of doing well a thing that is well worth doing” (Sayers, p. 63).

There is no place for lazy people in any society because man is created to work. Work is indispensable to man’s survival and for making his life worth living. The Apostle Paul’s mandate to the Thessalonian Christians is, “If a man will not work, he shall not eat” (2 Thess. 3:10). Hard work enables one to support himself as well as to help others. As someone has said, “Free enterprise depends upon a society that encourages a strong work ethic. The two share a robust, symbiotic relationship—remove one from the formula and the other will be significantly weakened.”

3. The “How” of Work For a true Christian, even secular vocations are sacred. When a person is called to a particular job of secular work, that is as true a vocation as though he or she were called to religious/Christian work.

He or she must be able to serve God in the work.

For example, a carpenter should make good chairs and tables regardless of whose furniture he is making. There are no two moral yardsticks--- doing a good job for self but a poor job for others. He insults God with bad workmanship. Again Sayers, “No crooked table legs or ill-fitting drawers ever, I dare swear, came out of the carpenter’s shop at Nazareth. Nor, if they did, could anyone believe that they were made by the same hand that made Heaven and earth” (Sayers, p.77).

Every worker and maker is called to serve God in his profession or trade—not outside it. In the Bible (Acts 6) the Apostles complained rightly when they said, “It would not be right for us to neglect the ministry of the Word of God in order to wait on tables” (v.2); their vocation was to preach the Word. On the other hand those whose vocation it is to prepare meals might with equal justice say, “It is not right for us to leave the service of our tables to preach the Word.” Such was the work ethic in their profession (sacred or secular) among firstcentury Christians. A high standard of work ethic was also the hallmark of 17th-century Protestants. Max Weber [5], in The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism, stressed the importance of “vigorous discipline” and the selection of “vocation as a duty and virtue.” He observed among his contemporaries “that business leaders and owners of capital, as well as the higher grades of skilled labour, and even more the higher technically and commercially trained personnel of modern enterprises, are overwhelmingly Protestant” (p.35.).

These Protestants believed in “devotion to labor,” and the “rejection of short-term gratification.”

I believe that even our forefathers, who were all Animists, had a similar high standard of work ethic.

But where is that Protestant work ethic of commitment and dedication to one’s profession or vocation today? Look at the Christians (in general) in Nagaland and Manipur, for example. Whether they work for private enterprises or government, their only interest is to draw their full pay at the end of the month while working perhaps only 3-4 hours a day. This is the same as stealing or robbing or even extorting. What about punctuality? Is it not the right thing for a follower of Christ to go to work a little earlier and leave work a little later? Several so-called “evangelical” Christians in government service often take leave with pay to preach the gospel. It’s like the devil footing the bill for doing God’s work. Then there are so-called Christian teachers in government schools who hire proxy teachers with whom they share their pay while they themselves pursue their own individual business. The God they profess to worship every Sunday is denied, even blasphemed, in the workplace during the week.

Christians in general have lost their testimony to non-Christians in our land. It is an insult to the God we profess to worship and serve. Whether we are self-employed or work for the government or others, we are mandated to “Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not men, because you know that the Lord will reward everyone for whatever good he does, whether he is slave or free” (Eph. 6:7). The quality of work done each day must never depend on how much we are paid; it should be a normal thing always to do our daily tasks with the sole purpose of completing the job well-done. If the quality of work is determined by reward or money, work ethic is dead. Work ethic is at its best when a man works with no ulterior motivation of money or promotion but with sincere heart to the best of his ability to get the job done well.

Conclusion There is nothing wrong with working to earn money, but there may be something very wrong if one thinks earning money brings him happiness.

Hence, one must know the primary purpose or doctrine of work from a biblical perspective.

First and foremost, work is an integral part of the life of man who was created in the image of God, the Creator of the heavens and the earth.

Work is what we do with our living, not for our living. Work is the expression of man’s creative energy in the service of society, not just what he does in order to obtain money and leisure.

Secondly, as employees, we work diligently and honestly so that our employer may not suffer any loss, but profit by it. Finally, in the words of John Stott [5], “Work is the expenditure of energy (manual or mental or both) in the service of others, which brings fulfillment to the worker, benefit to the community and glory to God.”

Presented at a UGC-sponsored seminar at PCC. Notes: [1] Professor Mortimer J. Adler was a philosopher, the chairman of the editorial board of Encyclopedia Britannica, director of the Institute for Philosophical Research in Chicago, etc.

[2] Lamar Thompson was a poet.

[3] Sayers was a writer of detective novels and a creator of Lord Peter Wimsey; a medieval scholar who translated Dante’s works.

[4] Bennett served as Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy under US President Bush, and as Secretary of Education and Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities under President Reagan.

[5] Max Weber was a founding father of social theory.

[6] Stott was Rector Emeritus of All Souls Church, London, and Bible expositor, speaker and writer.

• Too early to decide now • I don't think the young Turks have any leeway to show their potentials under the present circumstances. As for the others, the people should realize they are not even worth criticizing.

• Still cannot comment more on it, as we are just passing the initial period, lets hope to see something good happens.

• I think it too early to judge the young Naga Politicians, they hardly 6 months in the Assembly. Let us wait and watch.

• Till now there is no sign of them making any difference but maybe it's too early and hope that they would.

• First of all there has to be some action/performance first on their part so that there can be some evaluations. In a sense it will be too early to judge before the performance, since the present govt. seems to be in a coma. Perhaps they should voice out their intentions maybe even show their disapproval of the way things are. Otherwise whats the difference?

• They should wriggle free from the grasp of the older corrupted politicians but I wonder now whether they have fallen into the same game as them. After all people become crazy when they see money. I hope the young guns will rebel against the old ones and refrain from falling into the same shithole as the older ones.

• May i know which Young MLA, got elected, from a very humble and grass-root level background? I think I might have raised a very irritating questions, that Nobody wanted to hear. Sorry frens, it's just an illiterate Naga Commoner's perception. Don't take it otherwise.

• So all the Present Young MLA's are humble and Specialist in grass-roots village level developmental experts. Genius Cowboys MLA's Guys do something to Repairs immediately the Hellfire roads conditions. Forget about daily Vehicles breakdowns, now another serious health hazardous Dirty dust pollution is giving a multiple health problems to all the Naga Commoner's. Keep on daydreaming Young MLAs. • So far NO IMPROVEMENT but hope they sure will make a great difference...

from potholes to #@!*ing potholes If only BB King could’ve sung it this way: “Every day, every day I have the potholes blues (x 2) Ever since I’ve been riding this road baby, it’s my car and my back I hate to lose.”

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otholes are everywhere. If you drive or ride in a vehicle, it’s a picture you see almost everywhere. They come as a part of the total road package. You build a road and potholes will eventually follow. We have come to accept this and have learned to live with them. However, when you meet those deep, jarring ones, they graduate from “potholes” to “#@!*ing potholes.” Lately I drove to Dimapur for a short visit. The drive to Dimapur was easy and smooth 6 and half hours. Just lovely! On the other hand, the drive from the DC court junction to Purana Bazaar was something out of this world. These were no potholes man; these were death traps! A few places had tale tell signs of what used to be a paved asphalt road some time back when. These few remnants need to be preserved before they pay the price. We should put a metal barricade around them to remind us that once upon a time we too had paved roads.

These holes that we nonchalantly call potholes are of a different breed altogether in Dimapur. You just cannot add the word “pot” before “holes.” Just how big are the pots you cook your food in? These are no pot size holes my friends. These look like craters hit by meteoroids.

They are gigantic in size and deep enough for your aching back to experience the sharp pain every time you hit one. You probably know it better than me. The “Mission Potholes” movement by members of TNB was amusing! It was sarcasm at its best. The picture of a young man sitting in a canoe made out of a carton with a fishing pole had me laughing and mad at the same time. The Telegraph of 6 August 2012 called it “Land of fests turns into land of potholes.” A slap in the face?

Nope, I think the government must’ve hardly felt it. Just imagine how people from other states must have reacted! The paper wrote that the PWD commissioner and secretary said the government had allocated Rs 250 crore under the Twelfth Plan, which would be utilised to upgrade and improve roads. That was sometime in August 2012 and the roads aren’t getting any better. In fact they are worse now than in 2012. (source: http://www.telegraphindia.com/1120806/jsp/northeast/ story_15817491.jsp#.UluPQlGOZ2M) I am aware the government’s response to TNB movement was quick but most of it seemed to have had the lipstick treatment effect. I am no expert in lipstick but I know it does not last too long on lips, let alone roads.

Little more than a year ago I could make those daring manoeuvres and be proud of my driving skills. This time, I drove in and out of those craters not because I am a daredevil but because my car is not designed to fly. Besides these craters, the dust was blinding, if not chocking. The cost in time and money spent to get from point A to point B rose due to the increase in fuel consumption and being on 1st gear most of the time. Travelling without air purifying masks attached to the face and air shock absorbers in vehicles in these roads present another unwarranted health cost. Roads? No, not roads, but craters. I have come to realize that both machine and humans pay an equal price. Driving in Dimapur has become a high economic and health risk factor. Do you know the cost of driving in Dimapur? You do the math.

The question is this; just how did we get to this point? It’s shameful to drive into Nagaland from the neighbouring states! Absolutely shameful! If they can construct and maintain roads, why can’t we do the same? What is missing in us? Are we lesser in any way? Are we devoid of any civic sense? I would think not. We are as capable as any other. Our leaders are equally capable and efficient and brave. Have the public failed to amplify our grievances? Does the government lack empathy and continue to fail to deliver promises? It has been a while since we attained statehood and I believe our government is matured enough. However, maturity should also demonstrate matured thinking of development and growth. Dear Government officials, you occupy important positions in our society and we know you are in the capacity to deliver basic services. We look up to you. The only question is do you have the will to do so? Missing the opportunity to reform infrastructure will only leave a legacy of failure and sow greater discontentment among the public. Dear politicians, you have fought a tough fight to win the last election. How tough? Well, only you can tell. But we know you fought with all you had and you won. All I can say is bravo! Now, with the same strength, strategy and tenacity can you demonstrate how you can deliver services? Let’s say, by starting with these craters?

Toshi Sanglir Shillong

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Recovery challenge looms in Odisha, AP

New DeLhi/hyDerAbAD, OctOber 14 (AgeNcieS): India rolled out its biggest disaster relief operation in history, successfully evacuating more than a million people out of harm’s way before Cyclone Phailin swept through the coastal states of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh, ravaging crops and infrastructure and flattening hundreds of thousands of houses. Although the loss of life was minimal compared to death tolls in their thousands left by previous cyclones, emergency workers were still looking on Sunday at a challenging rescue and rehabilitation effort, with warnings of impending floods in Odisha.

Thirteen deaths were reported in Odisha, and one in Andhra Pradesh, said the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Sunday evening. But a formidable challenge grew from floods, Odisha’s disaster management minister S.N. Patra said in a telephone interview, and the threat of disease outbreaks loomed. A Panama-registered cargoship carrying iron ore, MV Bingo, was reported to have sunk in rough seas off the coast of West Bengal, but the crew were spotted in a lifeboat by a Coast Guard Dornier aircraft.

In Andhra Pradesh, relief work was underway as teams of revenue department officials and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel fanned out to rescue people and assess damage, said Ekbote Vinod Kumar, assistant commissioner at the disaster management department of the state government. In Odisha, the authorities set up 1,073 relief camps to house people who had been evacuated or had lost their homes. In Andhra Pradesh, 135 such camps were opened.

Phailin lashed the eastern coast at Gopalpur in Ganjam district of Odisha with wind speeds that went up to 220kmph around 7.30pm on Saturday, bringing heavy rains across south coastal Odisha and Srikakulam district of north coastal Andhra Pradesh. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, on Sunday night, Phailin had weakened further, turning into “deep depression” with a wind speed of 45-55kmph, and currently lay over northern Chhattisgarh, parts of Orissa and Jharkhand.

In Odisha alone, an unprecedented 873,000 people were escorted to the safety of inland buildings that could withstand ferocious c yclonic winds. Another 129,000 people were evacuated in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh.

The previous biggest evacuation was in 1990, when an estimated 650,000 people were moved in Andhra Pradesh for a cyclone, AFP reported quoting NDMA. In Andhra Pradesh, people were evacuated from the lowlying areas of Srikakulam, Vizianagaram and Visakhapatnam districts, highly vulnerable to Cyclone Phailin, the

An Indian couple repair their home at the cyclone affected Haripur village in Ganjam district, Orissa state, on Monday October 14. A mass government evacuation of nearly 1 million people spared India the widespread deaths many had feared from the powerful weekend cyclone Phailin, which destroyed hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of crops and tens of thousands of homes. (AP Photo)

most powerful storm to hit India since the 1999 Odisha cyclone, when over 10,000 people perished.

The London-based think tank, the Overseas Development Institute (ODI), praised Indian authorities for learning lessons from previous disasters. “Credit is due to those who have been involved in efforts to reduce the scale of vulnerability to disasters across India. The low loss of life, following the strongest storm ever measured in the Bay of Bengal, would almost certainly not have been possible without learning lessons from previous cyclones and tsunamis that have hit this coastline,” said ODI head of climate change Tom Mitchell.

But, he warned: “This is about livelihoods as well as lives. Over the two decades many parts of India—including Andhra Pradesh—will be increasingly exposed to disasters. The focus on how deadly disasters can be should

not obscure the fact that many homes, hospitals, shops and schools will have been badly impacted in ways which will drive people into poverty.” Torrential rains and gales with windspeeds of up to 185-190kmph brought normal life to a halt in north coastal Andhra.

Around 11 mandals (local administrative units) in Srikakulam were the worst hit, the government said, as power and communication lines went down across the district on Saturday. Transport services to the region were hit as most flights operating out of Bhubaneswar and Visakhapatnam were cancelled and several trains were either rerouted or cancelled. The movement of vehicles on National Highway-5 that passes through Ganjam and Srikakulam districts also stopped.

“The state government took all preventive actions, to avoid any loss of human life,” said Andhra Pradesh chief

minister N. Kiran Kumar Reddy. Around 2,300 personnel of NDRF were pressed into action to help the two state governments in the evacuation, said Marri Shashidhar Reddy, vice-chairman of NDMA and a legislator from Andhra Pradesh. “This is the biggest deployment ever,” Shashidhar Reddy said, adding that around 500,000 tonnes of food had been kept ready to feed the affected people.

The sea pushed as much as 40m inland in parts of Srikakulam and Vizianagaram districts, said N. Raghuveera Reddy, revenue minister of Andhra Pradesh, who oversaw rescue arrangements from Visakhapatnam. From 1891 to 2012, Andhra Pradesh has been hit by 73 cyclones. In Odisha, Phailin damaged crops over 500,000 hectares of agricultural land. In Ganjam district alone, where the cyclone made the landfall Saturday evening, 224,000 houses were damaged, disaster management minister Patra said.

The state may lose 1 million tonnes of rice output due to the cyclone and heavy downpour, Trilochan Mohapatra, director of the state-run Central Rice Research Institute in Cuttack, told Bloomberg. He added that winter-sown crop may also be affected because of sea-water inundation following the cyclone. “There’s not much damage to the rice crops in Andhra Pradesh as of now,” Mohapatra said. Patra said due to heavy rains, at least four districts—Jajpur, Bhadrak, Ganjam and Nayagarh— are facing threat from floods. “We have alerted the district administration as the water level in several rivers is increasing,” he added.

There were other looming challenges, including the threat of disease. In Odisha’s capital Bhubaneswar, Subhash Salunke, director of the Indian Institute of Public Health, said: “The biggest concern is the availability of potable water. We are looking at improving laboratory testing near water bodies to ensure additional outbreaks of vector-borne diseases can be controlled. “The government has been fully prepared and loss to manpower is minimal. Our job is now to reach isolated villages and ensure health systems are in place.”

NDMA said extensive damage to mud houses was expected in Odisha, in addition to “partial disruption of power and communication lines, disruption of rail and road traffic, potential threat from flying debris, flooding of escape routes (and) extensive damage to agricultural crops”. Meanwhile, the nation was trying to cope with a sharp drop in electricity demand and its impact on the grid due to the cyclone. The load has dropped to 90,000 megawatts (MW) from around 127,000MW, according to top officials managing the country’s electricity grid.

On world stage, India lets down its child brides Brutality can’t be sole criteria for awarding death: SC

LONDON, OctOber 14 (tNN): India, the world’s child marriage capital, has once again failed its underage brides. The country has refused to sign the first-ever global resolution on early and forced marriage of children led by the UN. The resolution was supported by a cross-regional group of over 107 countries, including almost all countries with high rates of child marriage—Ethiopia, South Sudan, Sierra Leone, Chad, Guatemala, Honduras and Yemen.

The resolution floated by the UN Human Rights Council stressed the need to include child, early and forced marriage in post2015 international development agenda and acknowledged the multifaceted impact of early marriage on the “economic, legal, health and social status of women and girls” as well as “the development of the community as a whole”.

India has the record of having the highest absolute number of child brides: about 24 million. This represents 40% of the 60 million world’s child marriages.

The percentage of women between the ages of 20 and 24 who were married before 18 years of age has decreased from 54% in 1992-93 to 43% in 2007-08, thus showing a

reduction of 11% in 15 years. This improvement however is far too little, experts say.

Lakshmi Sundaram, the global coordinator of Girls Not Brides who was at the UN general assembly last

Rights says governments in the South Asia region have failed to enact and enforce adequate laws that prohibit child marriage. “The practice persists with impunity. In South Asia, 46% of women between ages 20-24 report having been married before age 18 in 2010. This translated to 24.4 million women in the region. Estimates project that from 2010 to 2030, 130 million more girls in the region will be married.”

“Child marriage does not constitute a single rights violation - rather, every instance of child marriage triggers a continuum of violations that continues throughout a girl’s life. Child marriage endangers the survival and well-being of women and girls by exposing them to forced initiation into sex and sexual violence as well as to early, unplanned and frequent pregnancies. Further, women and girls married as children are often denied educational opportunities, are isolated from society and face a lifetime of economic dependence,” the Centre said.

India introduced laws against child marriage in 1929, and set 12 years as the legal age for marriage.

Later, it was increased to 18 years in 1978.

India refuses to sign firstever global resolution on early and forced marriage of children week told TOI: “India refusing to sign the resolution is highly disappointing. Though India is putting in place a national plan to combat child marriages, it was strange why it did not stand up against the social ill in the international stage. India would have given out a positive signal that it is willing to find a solution by signing the resolution”.

Sundaram added: “Child marriage is a social ill across south Asian countries. However, Nepal probably is the only country that signed the resolution. Both India and Bangladesh which have high rates of child marriages didn’t sign in. It a setback globally to the cause that India didn’t speak out”.

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New DeLhi, OctOber 14 (Pti): The brutality of a murder or the ageold concept of “an eye for an eye” cannot be grounds for terming a case as “rarest of rare” and awarding death penalty, the Supreme Court has held while commuting to life term the capital punishment awarded to a man for a triple murder. A bench comprising justices H L Dattu, S J Mukhopadhaya and M Y Eqbal made the observation while cautioning courts to act with utmost responsibility when awarding death penalty as it is the exception and life sentence is the rule.

“In a civilised society, a tooth for a tooth and an eye for an eye ought not to be the criterion to clothe a case with rarest of the rare jacket and the courts must not be propelled by such notions in a haste resorting to capital punishment.”

“Our criminal jurisprudence cautions the courts of law to act with utmost responsibility by analysing the finest strands of the matter and it is in that perspective a reasonable proportion has to be main-

Regulating placement agencies can prevent child trafficking

New DeLhi, OctOber 14 (iANS): The recent rescue of a teenaged domestic help in south Delh’s Vasant Kunj area after she was treated brutally by her employer is yet another addition to the growing list of shocking cases of ill-treatment meted out to domestics. Most of these helps are from the rural hinterland of the country and, as it turns out, have been trafficked from their homes through a well-organised network that works under the guise of placement agencies in the cities.

Non-regulation of placement agencies, which are often found to be trafficking children, especially minor girls, for domestic work in cities under a facade has been a major cause of concern. In the capital, the issue has often come under the scanner with such cases being reported in the media every now and then. However, despite legal procedures being in place, implementation has been slow.

In the Vasant Kunj case too, after the incident came to light, both the employer and the owner of the placement agency through which the 15-year-old was placed were arrested. Police said that the girl was trafficked from Jharkhand.

Bachpan Bachao Andolan (BBA), an organisation that works

for child rights and had first taken the matter of regulating placement agencies to the Delhi High Court in January 2009, says that while there were clear directives to government agencies on regulations, the progress has been dismal.

“It is estimated that there are over 2,000 placement agencies functioning in Delhi, but only 269 have been registered under the Delhi Shops and Establishment Act, 1954. This despite the Delhi High Court’s landmark judgement in 2010, asking the labour department to regulate these agencies that includes their registration, as well as registration of the domestic helps they get hired,” BBA’s Kailash Satyarthi told IANS. The court had also asked the police to close down all the illegal placement agencies. It asked the Delhi Commission on Women and Child Welfare department to deal with complaints made by domestic helps within a month of their being lodged, as well as ensure recovery of pending wages.

“In a written statement in parliament earlier this year, the government said that between 2008 and 2012, that is in five years, 452,679 cases of trafficked children were reported as being rescued. In Delhi, the number of

rescued children is 2,019. But in less than six percent of the cases (25,006) were the culprits prosecuted, and of that only 0.6 percent (3,394) resulted in convictions,” Satyarthi said.

Even as activists await a law following the Delhi government’s draft Delhi Private Placement Agency Regulation Bill which was presented to the high court in 2012, stories of human anguish continue to surface.

The story of two sisters, Rumi and Sumi, aged 12 and 14, is depressingly familiar. The duo was lured by a trafficker, a woman named Haseena Begum, from their home in Assam’s Lakhimpur district when their parents were not around. When their mother, Kuloda Gawla, returned from work, she raised an alarm at not finding her daughters. That was when the villagers said that the girls were seen accompanying the woman.

Five years hence, Kuloda has still not seen her daughters. Endless rounds of the local police station and a frantic search led her to realise that her daughters had been trafficked to Delhi, and that Haseena and her husband Manoj run a placement agency in Panipat in Haryana.

Maina Beg, who hails from the same place as Kuloda and whose

14-year-old daughter Anu has also been missing under similar circumstances for the past six years, finally approached BBA’s local victim assistance team for help. The team, in turn wrote to the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit of the police, and is now awaiting rescue in both the cases.

Rescue, however, is only casespecific relief and for actual change to take place, activists say that placement agencies must be regulated so that more and more children are prevented from being sucked into the vicious cycle in the future. In cities where there is a constant demand for domestic help, it’s also important for people to be made aware that their domestic may be a helpless victim of trafficking.

tained between the brutality of the crime and the punishment,” the bench said.

While modifying the trial court verdict awarding death to the appellant, Gudda alias Dwarikendra, which was upheld by the Madhya Pradesh High Court, the bench said, “We cannot lose sight of the fact that brutality also cannot be

the only criterion for determining whether a case falls under the rarest of rare categories. “The degree of brutality has to be ascertained in contrast with other cases and the criteria and the tests laid down (by the apex court in other cases).”

It said while awarding death, the courts should have due regard to the na-

ture of offence so that “the punishment is not disproportionately severe or manifestly inadequate”.

Dwarikendra had been convicted and awarded capital punishment for stabbing to death a man, his pregnant wife and their five-year-old son after inviting them to his home for lunch.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

STATE RURAL LIVELIHOOD MISSION NAGALAND: KOHIMA

NO. NSRLM/SMMU/ADVT/2013

DATED, KOHIMA the 14th of Oct 2013

NOTIFICATION As approved by the Government, the candidates who are placed in the waiting list for the post of Area Coordinator under SRLM, Nagaland are hereby offered the post for appointment.

The list of candidates are as follows.

Sl.No Name District 1 Renthungo Lotha Dimapur 2 Imlimongla Jamir Dimapur 3 Vitsituo Mepfhu-o Kohima 4 Peteneinuo Kehie Kohima 5 Moanungsang Mokokchung 6 Lanutula Mokokchung 7 Y. Wangchang Kyonak Mon 8 Sekhozo Kezo Phek 9 Anita Kapuh Phek 10 Nzanbemo Y.Patton Wokha 11 Myingthungo Ezung Wokha 12 Shihani Tsuipu Zunheboto 13 Vinoholi H. Chophy Zunheboto 14 Rongsenlila Ao Kiphire 15 Kilumba Yim Kiphire The selected candidates are directed to personally submit their Acceptance letter to the MD, SRLM at RD Directorate (top floor) within 15 days from the date of issue of this notification. Non submission of Acceptance Letter within the stipulated period will nullify the selection/offer.

Appointment Order will be issued to the individuals concerned at the time of receiving the acceptance letter.

Due to non-availability of candidates in the previous recruitment process for the districts of Mon and Longleng, fresh applications are hereby invited for the Post of Area Coordinator against the districts mentioned below.

Name of Post Number of Post(s) District Area Coordinator 1 Mon Area Coordinator 2 Longleng Mode of Recruitment: Personal Interview Qualification and Job Responsibilities: As per Advertisement NO. NSRLM/SMMU/ADVT/2013 published on 24th January, 2013.

Note: 1. Applications along with attested copies of educational qualifications, proof of working experience, two (2) passport size photographs should be addressed and submitted to The Mission Director (NSRLM), Directorate of Rural Development Building, Top Floor, Below New Secretariat Complex, Kohima, Nagaland.

2. Last Date of Submission: October 29, 2013.

3. If the eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria are not available from the districts concerned, the candidates who can converse with the locals in any Naga dialect will be considered for the posts.

4. Personal Interview date has been fixed on 30/10/2013 at the Mission Director’s office room. No separate call letter will be issued to the applicants. The applicants are informed to bring all the original necessary certificates and documents on the date of interview.

(MOTSUTHUNG LOTHA) Mission Director Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission Nagaland, Kohima

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Three Americans win economics Nobel prize

Robert Shiller

STOCKHOLM, OCTOber 14 (AP): Americans Eugene Fama, Lars Peter Hansen and Robert Shiller won the Nobel prize for economics on Monday for developing methods to study trends in stock, bond and housing markets.

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences said that through their separate research, the three had laid the foundation of the current understanding of asset prices and changed the way people invest. While it’s hard to predict whether stock or bond prices will go up or down in the short term, it’s possible to foresee movements over periods of three years or longer, the academy said.

“These findings, which might seem surprising and contradictory, were made

Eugene Fama

and analyzed by this year’s laureates,” the academy said. Fama, 74, and Hansen, 60, are associated with the University of Chicago.

Shiller, 67, is a professor at Yale University. Shiller, an economist famous for having warned against bubbles in technology stocks and housing, said he reacted with disbelief when he got the call from the academy early Monday.

“People told me they thought I might win. I discounted it. Probably hundreds have been told that,” he said to The Associated Press. Shiller is known for developing the Case-Shiller index, a leading measure of U.S. residential real estate prices, with Karl Case, a Wellesley College economist. He said he believes finance is a structure for society, which if regulated

to the emergence of index funds. Two decades later, Shiller showed that there is more predictability in the long run in stock and bond markets, while Hansen developed a statistical method to test theories of asset pricing. “These are three very different kinds of people and the thing that unites them all is asset pricing,” says David Warsh, who tracks academic economists on his Economic Principals blog.

American researchers have dominated the economics awards in recent years; the last time there was no American among the winners was in 1999.

The Nobel committees have now announced all six of the annual $1.2 million awards for 2013. The economics award is not a Nobel Prize in the same sense

as the medicine, chemistry, physics, literature and peace prizes, which were created by Swedish industrialist Alfred Nobel in 1895. Sweden’s central bank added the economics prize in 1968 as a memorial to Nobel.

This year’s Nobel science prizes awarded ground-breaking research on how molecules move around inside a cell, particle physics and computer modeling of chemical reactions. Canadian short-story writer Alice Munro won the Nobel Prize in literature and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. All awards will be presented to the winners amid royal pageantry on Dec. 10, the anniversary of Nobel’s death in 1896.

Malaysia Catholic paper loses fight to use ‘Allah’

PUTrAJAYA, OCTOber 14 (reUTerS): A Malaysian court ruled on Monday that a Christian newspaper may not use the word “Allah” to refer to God, a landmark decision on an issue that has fanned religious tension and raised questions over minority rights in the mainly Muslim country.

The unanimous decision by three Muslim judges in Malaysia’s appeals court overturned a 2009 ruling by a lower court that allowed the Malay-language version of the newspaper, The Herald, to use the word Allah - as many Christians in Malaysia say has been the case for centuries.

“The usage of the word Allah is not an integral part of the faith in Christianity,” chief judge Mohamed Apandi Ali said in the ruling. “The usage of the word will cause confusion in the community.”

The decision coincides with

heightened ethnic and religious tension in Malaysia after a polarising May election, in which the longruling coalition was deserted by urban voters that included a large section of minority ethnic Chinese.

In recent months, Prime Minister Najib Razak has sought to consolidate his support among majority ethnic Malays, who are Muslim by law, and secure the backing of traditionalists ahead of a crucial ruling party assembly this month.

His new government - dominated by his Malay-based United Malays National Organisation - has toughened security laws and introduced steps to boost a decades-old affirmative action policy for ethnic Malays, reversing liberal reforms aimed at appealing to a broader section of the multi-ethnic country.

In its case, the government argued that the word Allah is specific to Muslims and that the then-home

minister’s decision in 2008 to deny the newspaper permission to print it was justified on the basis of public order. About 200 Muslims outside the court in the administrative capital Putrajaya, greeted the decision with shouts of “Allahu Akbar” (God is Greatest). “As a Muslim, defending the usage of the term Allah qualifies as jihad. It is my duty to defend it,” said Jefrizal Ahmad Jaafar, 39. Jihad is Islamic holy war or struggle.

RIGHTS OF THE MINORITY Lawyers for the Catholic paper had argued that the word Allah predated Islam and had been used extensively by Malay-speaking Christians in Malaysia’s part of Borneo island for centuries. They say they will appeal against Monday’s decision to Malaysia’s highest court. “The nation must protect and support the rights of the

minority,” said Father Lawrence Andrew, the founding editor of the Herald. “God is an integral part of every religion.”

Christians in Indonesia and much of the Arab world continue to use the word without opposition from Islamic authorities. Churches in the Borneo states of Sabah and Sarawak have said they will continue to use the word regardless of the ruling. The paper won a judicial review of the home minister’s decision in 2009, triggering an appeal from the federal government. The court ruled on Monday that the constitutional rights of the publisher had not been infringed.

Ethnic Malays make up 60 percent of Malaysia’s 28 million people, with Chinese accounting for more than a quarter and ethnic Indians also forming a substantial minority. Christians account for about 9 percent.

Britain to ease China visa restrictions

beiJing, OCTOber 14 (AFP): Britain says it will make it easier for China’s citizens to obtain visas, as it seeks a bigger slice of the multi-billion-dollar Chinese traveller cake. Finance minister George Osborne, who is in China leading a British trade delegation, promised the new measures would help the tens of thousands of Chinese visitors hoping to visit Britain.

“Have announced new measures to simplify + speed up visa applications for visitors from #China,” the chancellor of the exchequer wrote on his official Twitter account. “Good for tourism and British business,” Osborne said.

Under the proposals, Chinese tourists visiting the European Union using selected travel agencies will no longer have to file a separate application to visit Britain, which is not part of the EU’s “Schengen Area” for border-free travel. Business people will also be able to apply for a “superpriority” visa, which will be processed within 24 hours rather than a week.

Osborne also said the government was looking at a nationwide rollout of its “mobile visa service”, which is currently being piloted in Beijing and Shanghai. The service -- aimed at business executives -- enables visa teams to go to applicants’ workplaces to collect their

forms and biometric data.

Some 210,000 visas were issued to Chinese nationals in 2012, adding around £300 million ($480 million, 250 million euros) to the British economy.

But analysts say Britain has missed out on benefiting from Chinese tourists’ spending power, partly because of its visa rules.

According to the UN’s World Tourism Organization, China has become the world’s most valuable source of tourists, with expenditure on travel abroad reaching $102 billion in 2012. But France attracted 1.4 million tourist trips from China last year, around six times as many as Britain, Franziska Brandenburger of research firm Euromonitor International wrote in a recent note.

Among western European countries, Britain was also behind Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Spain, the company said, leaving it in sixth place. “Currently the majority of Chinese tourists opt for other European destinations as a consequence of the visa application process,” wrote Brandenburger. “Failure to attract Chinese visitors threatens job creation and inhibits tourism receipts, particularly seeing as Europe has laid out the red carpet to Chinese consumers.”

During his visit, Osborne is trying to win over

a Chinese government that has rebuffed Britain due to a meeting last year between Prime Minister David Cameron and the Dalai Lama. In a speech at Peking University on Monday, Osborne said his visit was “the next big step” in UK-Sino relations and insisted “there is no country in the West more open to investment -- especially

from China” than Britain.

“There are some in the West who see China growing and they are nervous,” he said. “They think of the world as a cake -- and the bigger the slice that China takes, the smaller the slice that they will get. “I totally and utterly reject this pessimistic view. If we make the whole cake bigger, then all our peoples will benefit.

“I don’t want Britain to resent China’s success, I want us to celebrate it. I don’t want us to try to resist your economic progress, I want Britain to share in it.”

At the weekend a deal between a Chinese construction group and British firms to develop a business district around Manchester airport, Britain’s third busiest, was announced.

Taliban to fight US-Afghan deal

KAbUL, OCTOber 14 (AP): The secretive leader of the Afghan Taliban pledged on Monday that his followers will keep fighting if the government in Kabul signs a crucial security deal with the United States.

Mullah Mohammad Omar also called on his fighters to intensify their insurgent campaign against Afghan and Nato forces, and urged all Afghans to boycott next year’s elections, including the vote to elect a successor to Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai.

The message from the Taliban leader came in an email distributed to media on the eve of the Muslim

NAGALAND : KOHIMA

Dated: 04/10/2013

Applications are invited from Indian Citizens for the post of Auditor/ Accountant (Group-C) against Sports Quota.

1. Name of vacancies: Sl. Name of the Office Discipline No. 1 The Accountant Gen- Table Tennis eral (Audit), Nagaland, Kohima 2 The Accountant Gen- Table Tennis eral (A&E), Nagaland, Kohima

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Eid al-Adha holiday. Violence across Afghanistan has spiked as insurgents try to retake territory ahead of the full Nato pullout at the end of 2014. The Taliban, whose weapon of choice is roadside bombings and suicide attacks, have been blamed for the overwhelming majority of civilian casualties.

On Saturday, Karzai and US Secretary of State John Kerry reached an agreement in principle on the major elements of a deal that would allow American troops to stay in Afghanistan after 2014 and allow the US to lease a number of military bases around the country.

However, key issues, such as immunity for American troops who will stay on, remain unresolved.

The jurisdiction over those forces must still be worked out, and US officials have said this was a potentially deal-breaking issue. Karzai has called tribal elders for a meeting of a consultative national assembly, known as Loya Jirga, for next month. In his message, Omar warned members of the Loya Jirga not to approve the US-Afghan deal.

The reclusive Taliban leader has not been seen since he vanished shortly after the American invasion on Oct. 7, 2001.

State Health Society National Rural Health Mission Dept. of Health & Family Welfare Nagaland: Kohima

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Station Kohima Kohima

1. Pay scale (Revised): 5200-20200 with grade Pay of 2800.

2. Educational Qualification: Graduate in any discipline from a recognised University.

3. Age limits: Between 18 to 27 years as on closing date from receipt of applications (Relaxation: SC/CT- 10 years and OBC- 8 years).

4. Last date of receipt of application is on 01.11.2013.

5. Detailed information, Application Forms (Form-A) and Forms of Certificates (Form-B) can be collected from this office during hours or downloaded from http://www.agnagaland.gov.in Sd/Audit Officer (Admn)

Note: the office, if considered necessary, may adopt a system of shortlisting of candidates through a screening process and only the shortlisted candidates would be called for interview.

Dated: Kohima, the 14th Oct. 2013

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Notice: Interested ANMs who have applied earlier must come for the interview on the appointed date mentioned below.

Interested applicants may submit all relevant documents along with ph. No. on or before 21st Oct. 2013, addressed to the Mission Director, National Rural Health Mission, Nagaland, Directorate of Health & Family Welfare, Ruziezou, Kohima 797001.

Interview shall be conducted on the following date at 10:30 am at the IDSP Conference Hall, Directorate of Health & Family Welfare, Kohima. All incumbents are to bring original documents on the day of interview. No separate calling letter shall be issued for the above mentioned interview(s).

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GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR

OF EMPLOYMENT & CRAFTSMEN TRAINING NAGALAND: KOHIMA

CIRCULAR NO.DET-7/116/13/233

Dated Kohima, the 10th October’ 2013

The Government of Nagaland through the Department of Employment & Craftsmen Training, will be organizing the first ever Job Oriented Skill Development Mela on collaboration with the Director General of Employment & Training (DGE&T), Govt of India, Ministry of Labour from 30th and 31st October’ 2013.

In order to ensure success of the proposed Mela, participation of the different organizations of the Government is required. Therefore, the Department listed in the enclosure are hereby requested to attend the Consultative meeting in the Conference room of the Chief Secretary, Nagaland on 14th October’ 2013 at 11:00A.M. Sd/ALEMTEMSHI JAMIR, IAS Chief Secretary

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properly is “at the core of our civilization.”

“It seems to some people it’s selfish and moneygrubbing. It doesn’t really have to be that way. The financial crisis we’ve been through is traumatic, but we’re learning from it,” Shiller said. For example, he said many students from other countries are able to study in the United States because of financial aid made possible by financial investments. He also said the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau established as a result of the recession is holding finance to higher standards.

Starting in the 1960s, Fama and others showed how difficult it is to predict individual stock prices in the short run. His findings revolutionized the practice of investing, leading

Tuesday 15 October 2013

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The Commissioner, Nagaland.

The Agriculture Production Commissioner (APC), Nagaland.

The Home Commissioner, Nagaland.

The Secretary to the Govt. of Nagaland, Transport, Department, Nagaland.

The Transport Commissioner, Nagaland.

The Additional Secretary (OSD), Finance Department, Nagaland.

The OSD, Planning Department, Nagaland.

The Director, IPR, Nagaland.

The Director, Higher & Technical Education, Nagaland.

The Director, Youth Resources & Sports, Nagaland.

The Director, Education Department, Nagaland.

The Director, IT, Nagaland.

The Chief Engineer, PHE, Nagaland.

The Chief Engineer, Power, Nagaland.

The Chief Engineer, Roads & Bridges, Nagaland.

The Director, Agri. Department.

The Director, Industries & Commerce, Nagaland.

The Director, Medical Department, Nagaland.

The Director, R.D. Department, Nagaland.

The Director, Tourism Department, Nagaland.

(Y. VANDANSHAN LOTH) Additional Director, Employment & Craftsmen Training, Chairman, Mela Organizing Committee.

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Vettel on course to rewrite F1 record books

SUZUKA, OctOber 14 (reUterS): With Sebastian Vettel's fourth successive Formula One title now just a formality, the more intriguing question is whether the Red Bull driver can go on to match a record that has stood for 60 years.

The 26-year-old should become the sport's youngest quadruple champion in India next week with the German 90 points clear of Ferrari's Fernando Alonso, the only man still mathematically in contention, and four races remaining.

After winning Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix, Vettel needs only to finish fifth at the Buddh Circuit to be sure of the title and will not need to score another point if Alonso fails to finish first or second.

The champion has won the last five races and is on track to close out the season with nine successive victories, a feat only one driver has ever managed Italian Alberto Ascari with Ferrari in 1952-53.

"Sebastian has won every race since the summer break, which is an incredible achievement. There's still four races to go," Red Bull principal Christian Horner told reporters.

"Our target is to try to carry this momentum into

the last four races. I don't think any of us could have imagined that he would have had the run of success that he has. The way he's driving at the moment is quite supreme."

Vettel is only the sixth driver to win five times in succession, the most recent being Michael Schumacher with Ferrari in 2004 when the seven-times champion went on to win seven in a row. Schumacher also holds the record of 13 wins in a season, another milestone that Vettel can match after taking his current tally for the year to nine with a performance that Horner hailed as exemplary.

Asked whether he would rather join Schumacher and the late Argentine Juan Manuel Fangio as the only drivers to have won four successive titles, or win every race on the calendar, Vettel said he preferred the second option.

"You know, I love racing," he said. "It's incredible what has happened over the last couple of years but nothing has changed in the way that I still love racing. I love the challenge."

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Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio will grace the inaugural function on October 15 at 10:00 AM while welcome speech will be delivered by minister for youth resources & sports Merentoshi R. Jamir, who is also the chairman of the organizing committee.

NASTA p re s i d e n t Ruokuo Kire will deliver presidential address while introductory speech will be delivered by representative from STFI. Administration of the oath will be done by Viseyie Koso, Asiad.

Briefing mediapersons here, STFI secretary general Yogender Singh Dahiya said that the STFI was quite satisfied with all the arrangement made by NASTA as well as the Government

Suzuka, after being pipped to pole by Australian team mate Mark Webber and then overtaken at the start

by Romain Grosjean's Lotus while having a brush with Mercedes's Lewis Hamilton. A two-stop strategy, with Webber switched to three, then brought the race to him.

"He picked up a bit of damage from the incident with Hamilton that took about 20 points of downforce off the front wing, so he had a damaged car," said Horner. "And he just managed to adapt. He played the thinking game ... he watched, he waited in that first stint.

He preserved the tyres.

"He knew he wasn't going to get priority at that first stop because we had discussed it before the race and the lead car would get priority. So he was very, very smart in the way he handled the race."

Sunday's win was Vettel's fourth in five years at Suzuka and that wealth of experience also paid off.

In 2011, when he won his second title at the Japanese circuit, he had led only to be reeled in late in the race by those who had more left in their tyres. VetTHINKING GAME tel ended up third.

The German had "We lapped slower than dropped to third at the Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel of Germany celebrates after winning the Japanese Formula One Grand Prix at the Suzuka the others who were on first corner of the race at circuit in Suzuka, Japan, Sunday, Oct. 13. (AP Photo)

fresh tyres in order to push them later in the race," he said on Sunday.

"We had a similar race in 2011, where I think I came in always as the first and I was under enormous pressure towards the end of the race and got passed by two cars.

"So this time we did it the other way around."

The title will have to wait a few more days but it was always a long shot for Suzuka, depending on Vettel winning and Alonso finishing outside the top eight, even if Red Bull's domination this season has been such that some observers clearly felt they should have wrapped it up.

"I am absolutely gutted to have achieved a one-two finish in one of the best races strategically and operationally ... the whole team is massively pissed off," joked an incredulous Horner when it was put to him that he might be feeling disappointed.

"We came here to try and win the race today and the championships will take care of themselves.

We'll go to India and we'll attack that weekend as we have here and if we score more points than the others then we'll win the championship."

Stage set for 24th Senior National Sepaktakraw C’ship Sei Bagei event mark Royal Club’s silver jubilee

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The stage is set for the 24th Senior National Sepaktakraw Championship 2013 starting Tuesday here at the Indira Gandhi Stadium, organized by Nagaland Sepaktakraw Association (NASTA) under the aegis of Sepaktakraw Federation of India (STFI) and department of youth resources & sports, Nagaland.

Altogether, 24 states including SSB unit have confirmed their participation in this championship, which will go on till October 18. The four day long competition will witness team event, regu event and doubles event for both men and women.

of Nagaland for the 24th edition of Senior National Sepaktakraw C’ship 2013 being held in Nagaland.

Dahiya invited the people of Nagaland, especially the citizens of Kohima to come and watch this beautiful sport- Sepaktakraw live and encourage the players to perform at their highest level of skills during this four day long championship.

He said recently Indian team won a bronze medal in the International Sepaktakraw Federation World Super Series in New Delhi, India and also won 6 medals in 28th King’s World Cup at Udonthani, Thailand from 16-22 September this year. In that team one man Viseyie Koso and two

women players Keneileno Nakhro and Puleno Neikha were from Nagaland state.

The secretary general hoped that Nagaland team will show their best performance in this championship owing to their own home advantage. In the last 34th national games in Jharkhand, Nagaland Sepaktakraw team won bronze medal for their state, he said and hoped that Nagaland government and people of Nagaland give their full support to the Nagaland Sepaktakraw team as well as NASTA.

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Chandhok & Karthikeyan team up again for ROC

New DeLhI, OctOber 14 (IANS): India will be represented in the Race Of Champions (ROC) for the second time after Karun Chandhok and Narain Karthikeyan signed up for ROC 2013, to be held at Bangkok’s Rajamangala Stadium on the weekend of Dec 14-15. The former Formula 1 drivers joined forces for Team India at last year’s inaugural ROC Asia. They topped the group stages with four wins out of six against their competitors from China, Japan and host nation Thailand before deLexi Thompson of the US posses for photographers with feating the Japanese duo in her trophy after winning the Malaysian LGPA event in Kuala the final. That performance Lumpur, Sunday, Oct. 13. (AP Photo) has now earned Chandhok

and Karthikeyan an invitation to return to the scene of their triumph in Bangkok.

As there is no ROC Asia this time, the Indian pair start their campaign with the main Nation's Cup. "It will be a great privilege to represent India again at the Race Of Champions. We had a great time at our first attempt but it is always a challenge to jump into different cars and adapt quickly. However, with the experience of the 2012 event behind us, we feel more confident and better prepared this time.

"As always, going head to head with world champions like Michael Schum-

acher and Sebastian Ogier is something we're looking forward to," said Karthikeyan, who impressed in his maiden Auto GP season this year, notching up five victories.

Chandhok, who has moved on to sports car racing from single-seaters, too was excited about another invitation. “I'm very excited to be going back to Bangkok. Narain and I had a great time together last year and it was fantastic to be the first ROC Asia winners. ROC is a unique event from a competitive and social perspective and it's something that every driver looks forward to.

MKCSYA annual sports meet held

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In commemoration of the yearlong silver jubilee activity of the Royal Club Kohima, Sei Bagei (Indigenous Cart) Race Competition took place here on Saturday last. The race was flagged off

lie Mepfhuo at the Kohima College junction where it traverses 2 km along Billy Graham Road to Nagaland Civil Secretariat junction.

In this exciting event, the duo Sholo Kent and Albert Yephomi clinched first position and went home

Rs. 10,000. Lhiwepe and Sesote Keyho were placed second and pocketed a cash prize of Rs. 5,000. Club vice president Er. Khupi Natso gave away prize to the winners, besides certificate of participation to all who joined the competition.

Azo flags off cycle rally

Minister for roads & bridges and parliamentary affairs Kuzholuzo (Azo) Nienu flagging off a cycle rally at TCP Gate Kohima on Saturday. (Morung Photo) Our Correspondent

Kohima | October 14

Nagaland Parliamentary Secretary for Justice & Law, Land Revenue, Labour & Employment, Dr Neikiesalie (Nicky) Kire said peace and unity is the most important tool in present society.

He was addressing the six-day 29th annual sports meet inaugural programme of the Maram Khullen Circle Students’ & Youth Association (MKCSYA) as the chief guest at N. Raisung ground Maram bazaar Senapati district on Friday Last.

Dr. Kire said people of different places are brought together and closer through sports. He said that sports and music have no boundaries and also has many positive impacts in society.

He encouraged players to play with true sportsmanship and aim for excel-

Royal Club Kohima members with winners (front row) and other participants during Sei Bagei race competition in Kohima on October 12. (Morung Photo) Our Correspondent by the Club president Atuo- richer by a cash prize of

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Minister for Roads & Bridges and Parliamentary Affairs ,Kuzholuzo (Azo) Nienu flagged off a cycle rally here at TCP Gate on Saturday. This rally was undertaken by

fourteen youngsters under the banner of ‘Alacritas Cycling Club.’ This rally aim to propagate eco-friendly and pollution free environment.

Billed as “Let’s start paddling,” the rally started from TCP Gate Kohima and culminated at Dimapur.

Liverpool prepared to sell Suarez in January transfer window

Dr. Nicky Kire and others during the inaugural function of the 29th annual sports meet of MKCSYA at Maram Bazaar on October 11.

lence. He also challenged the young people to be more dedicated, discipline and work with determination. He challenged the gathering and said “to live is to change and not to change is to stagnant and die”.

Tenyimi People’s Organization (TPO) president Keku Zeliang addressing the gathering said Tenyimi

people are living in different states of Nagaland, Assam and Manipur “but we have common history.” He said Tenyimi people have rich culture and heritage and should preserve it for future generations.

Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) president Tonpang Ozukum in his address called for strength-

ening of the Nagas and to be more united. He said that though the Nagas are separated by artificial boundaries, the Naga spirit should unite through sports and spread the same to other Naga brothers.

Rev. K. Daniel said the invocation prayer; welcome address was delivered by P.Lamak Moses

president MKCSYA; lighting of sports torch by Ng. Karaiba D.I. MNADC ( 1st MKCSYA president); oath taking was administered by Ng. Talu Sebastine; cultural display by Maram Khullen, Mao , Poumai and Nepali communities; while vote of thanks was proposed by K.Kamba Gabriel social and culture secretary MKCSYA.

LONDON, OctOber 14 (ANI): Premier League club Liverpool is ready to sell striker Luis Suarez in January's transfer window, as the Uruguayan has confided in friends that he remains determined to quit the Reds and join a club that will challenge for major honours.

According to the Mirror, Suarez, who recently returned from a ten-match ban after biting Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic, is deter-

mined to test Liverpool's resolve to keep him when the transfer window reopens for business in January. Ideally, he wants move to a Champions League club and as well as being one of world football's greatest marksmen he will also not be cup tied from playing in Europe this season, the report said.

Arsenal will almost certainly return to lodge a bid, which could reach the 50 million pound mark, but it's

understood that Suarez will reject a move to The Emirates if Spanish giants Real Madrid enter the race to sign him, the report added.

Liverpool is already looking around for a replacement in the event of Suarez leaving, the report further said. Although their wish is to keep Suarez at Liverpool, they are now facing a losing battle to retain the loyalty of a player desperate to escape, according to the report.

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1. The registration – October Registrations are open till October 26th 2013. Any girl fulfilling the required criteria can apply to participate in the pageant. All applications will be screened and a jury will shortlist applicants for auditions to be held in Dimapur, Kohima, Mokokchung and Mon in the first HEADGEARZ pose with Dr. Rose - State Program Officer for HIV and TB, Clueless Atten- PAPER SKY winner of Dimapur audition pose with Dy. Director NSACS Ayieno Kechu and weekend of November 2013. tion and Mele (MC for Wokha district audition) Clueless Attention.

Get registered today! (Terms & Conditions are attached HEADGEARZ win NSACS Currently, there are 15 OST forward for HIV testing while FOUR FIELDS and siastic support and partici- infection, in Nagaland, was with each registration form.)

zero Wokha audition The Red Ribbon Superstar campaign of creating awareness through music; NSACS ZERO, continued its journey to the land of plenty, where five gifted bands battled for a shot at the finals. Brand Ambassadors 'Clueless Attention' opened the event with stirring performances of their originals and other popular hits. State Programme Officer, NSACS, Dr. Rose briefly spoke on the basics of HIV/ AIDS and also highlighted various ongoing activities

by NSACS to prevent and contain the spread of HIV infection.

Abemo Tungoe from Renth Youth Mission Foundation and member of Nagaland Users' Network on the subject of drug abuse.

He highlighted the services that are available for drug users, especially highlighting on Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) which is a medical procedure of replacing an illegal drug with a longer acting but less euphoric opioid, that is taken under medical supervision.

centres under NSACS. The band HEADGEARZ won the contest, the second place went to RUNE LEGACY, while KILL DEMON ARC came in the third place.

The NSACS ZERO crew were able to visit Witter Theological College for a short service with the students. Clueless Attention presented few songs, while Dr. Rose spoke to the students, emphasizing on the role theologians can play in spreading awareness of HIV/AIDS in the society. The Principal of the theological college, Dr Moanungsang thanked the team for visiting the seminary. He mentioned that they have a *syllabus on HIV/AIDS and looked forward to 'future collaboration' for such programs. (*It may be mentioned that there is an NBCC policy on HIV/AIDS initiated by NSACS; formulated with stakeholders) Dr. Moanungsang prayed for the team and for the success of the music campaign. Four theological students came

within the campus. In his interaction with Mr. Tarepnokcha, GIPA Coordinator, NSACS, the Principal also mentioned his desire for formation of Red Ribbon Club (RRC) in the college. RRC is a program run

by NSACS, initiated by the Government of India, in educational institutions.

Through the RRCs students are made aware of HIV/AIDS and encouraged to learn about safe and healthy lifestyle.

PAPER SKY wins NSACS ZERO DIMAPUR audition As expected Dimapur, had the largest registration of 15 bands, so far, for NSACS ZERO. As with the previous years, the Dimapur auditions yet again saw many amazing bands, talented musicians and diverse styles and a mammoth crowd cheering their favorite band. Before the auditions began, Brand Ambassadors, “Clueless Attention” performed some of their originals for the enthusiastic audience. PAPER SKY emerged the winners

PLACID PINCH came in second and third, respectively.

A special announcement was made by Ayieno Kechu, Deputy Director NSACS, that, with Dimapur having the largest number of participants over the past five years, it will select the first runner-up of the Dimapur audition to also go through to the finale. This she said, was to encourage the music fraternity for their enthu-

pation over the years, and made a request to them to continue to partner with NSACS in the days to come to achieve the vision of ‘getting to ZERO’; zero new infection, zero AIDS related deaths and zero stigma and discrimination.

She also gave a brief talk about the scenario of HIV/AIDS in the district of Dimapur. She mentioned that more than 50% of HIV

from Dimapur District and encouraged the audience to ‘talk about HIV/AIDS and the issues related to it, because there is a lot of stigma attached, even to the topic.

Stressing on the point that there is no cure for HIV, she cautioned the audience to “be safe, be careful and make the right choices” because one wrong move or bad decision could scar their lives forever.

The first audition for the voice contest organized by NE Ethnic Outfit and Voice Fusion promoted by Better Life Foundation was held at AIDA Auditorium on October 14. Thirteen contestants from Mizoram and Nagaland were selected by the judges- Alo Wanth, Anupam Tutu and Michael M. Sailo. The first elimination round will be held on of October 16 at IMC Hall, Dimapur

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2. The Audition – November At the audition you will be interviewed by judges on speech skills and poise. You will get to meet and mingle with other hopefuls as well.

Make sure you have all the required documents and are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The selected applicants will have to fill up forms and pay registration fees to be official contestants.

Orientation will be conducted for selected contestants & parents and Contestant Handbooks will be provided to each contestant for guidance and reference. Online auditions will be conducted for shortlisted applicants who are currently studying outside Nagaland.

3. The Prep Week – December All contestants will undergo a week’s course of training and orientation. Intense coaching and mentoring by experts and awesome young women!

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During this time you will get the chance to make new friends, increase self esteem and most of all you get to be part of an incredible learning experience.

4. The Finale 2013 – December At the finale you will be interviewed by the judges onstage and take part in catwalk style presentation.

Contestants will have their hair and make-up styled by professionals, wear designer gowns provided by the organizers and will take part in photo shoots. You may win some of the great prizes on offer including the title of Miss Teen Nagaland!! There are many other subtitles to be won too!

5. Reigning Year 2013 All winners will reign for a year – that is till the crowning of the new Platinum Miss Teen Nagaland 2014. Winners and subtitle winners will take part in post-finale photo shoots.

All winners will be involved in the organization’s charitable and commercial programmes.

Winners and even other finale contestants may be teen ambassadors of our platinum partners and other reputed commercial or governmental programmes. All official appearances will be handled by Platinum Entertainment, making sure these programmes do not clash with your school or college schedules.

While ensuring that school is the number one priority, the title holders will pursue to make their reign a fruitful one!

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by Zhokoi Chuzho, a Bollywood actor whose debut Bollywood movie “Te Amo” is to be released before

Christmas.

The Music video and Audio will be released worldwide through all major social networks, youtube, online music portals, Itunes etc. The music video will be aired on Vh1, two weeks prior to the event.

Tickets for the event will be available from 15th October through online booking platforms and various music outlets around Dimapur. It will be an exclusive event and very limited tickets are available. For details please visit www. skyentertainment.in.

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SHaNGHaI, OctObEr 14 (aP): Novak Djokovic maintained his dominance in China by holding off Juan Martin del Potro 6-1, 3-6, 7-6 (3) on Sunday to capture a second Shanghai Masters title and extend his winning streak in the country to 20 consecutive matches. The Serb completed a back-to-back sweep of titles at the China Open in Beijing and the Shanghai Masters for the second straight year. He's now captured seven titles overall in China — the most he's won in any country.

Djokovic had to overcome a strong challenge from del Potro, who fended off two match points late in the third set, but couldn't put any pressure on Djokovic's serve down the stretch and appeared to fade in the tiebreaker.

"He's a big fighter. All the way up to the last point, I don't know if I'm going to win the match," Djokovic said. "His forehand is one of the best in the game, one of the best I've ever played against.

It's a huge weapon and once it's on, it's very dangerous."

For Djokovic, the title has added significance coming just days after he relinquished his top ranking to Rafael Nadal, who lost to del Potro in the semifinals. He can't retake the top spot this week, but Djokovic has been focused on finishing the year strongly to stay within striking distance.

"Considering the rankings, I put myself in a better position right now with back to back wins," the six-time Grand Slam winner said. "But the fact that if I would win, I would put myself in a better position, did not affect my motivation. My motivation is there always, especially when I'm playing finals of such a big event."

It was a tough loss for del Potro, who was trying to win his maiden Masters title at his third attempt. He was coming off a title last week at the Japan Open in Tokyo, and he got his first win over Nadal in four years in the semifinals in Shanghai.

Del Potro overpowered Nadal so completely in that match, the Spaniard later said: "Very few times I played against a player with a level like today."

Del Potro served notice, however, that he's fully fit and confident again after a wrist injury nearly derailed his career after his breakthrough win at the 2009

U.S. Open. He's back up to the No. 5 ranking — his highest in three years — and has beaten Djokovic, Nadal and Andy Murray this year.

He also scored one of the biggest wins of his career over Djokovic at the London Olympics last year, where he beat the Serb in the bronze medal match.

"I think I'm playing even better than many years ago," he said.

"I got good things on my career this year. I couldn't win a Grand Slam like I did in 2009, but I reach finals in the 1000 (level) Masters.

I already win three tournaments.

I beat the top guys, which is fantastic for me." The match looked like it might be a runaway win for Djokovic early on as he raced out to a 5-0 lead in the first set by dictating play with precise groundstrokes and keeping a sluggish del Potro on the defensive.

But the momentum shifted in the second set when del Potro began connecting on his serve and cracking the same forehand winners he used to sweep Nadal off the court in straight sets in the previous round. He broke Djokovic to take an early lead, then played a magnificent game to save three break points to hold for 5-2 before closing out the set.

The Argentine appeared to tire slightly as the third set wore on. During one changeover, the chair umpire, Damien Dumusois, warned him that he needed to speed up play between points.

"Even after a long rally?" Del Potro asked, looking up wearily.

Dumusois nodded yes.

Djokovic had two match points on del Potro's serve at 4-5 in the set, but the Argentine saved them both. The Serb then pulled away in the tiebreaker by hitting a forehand winner to finish off a 24-shot rally to take a 4-2 lead, leaving del Potro unable to manage another comeback.

During the trophy presentation, Djokovic tried to console an obviously disappointed del Potro, one of his better friends on the tour. "You're a great person and an even better player on the court," Djokovic said. "I'm sorry you lost today. You deserve this trophy equally." "What can I say, man, I'm trying to be nice to you," he added, smiling, before giving the Argentine a hug. Del Potro later joked: "Now we are Serbia's Novak Djokovic holds his trophy during the award ceremony of the Shanghai Masters tennis tournanot too close." ment at Qizhong Forest Sports City Tennis Center in Shanghai, China, Sunday, Oct. 13. (AP Photo)

Saina looking for first 2013 title in Denmark ODENSE (DENmark), OctObEr 14 (PtI): Rejuvenated after a one and a half month break following the IBL, defending champion Saina Nehwal will now eye her maiden title of the season when she competes at the $400,000 Denmark Super Series Premier which begins with the qualifiers on Tuesday. "I am the defending champion in Denmark. It will be tough but I am ready for the challenge of defending the title," Saina said.

"I have been in good form in the IBL. I will give my 100 per cent and I hope to do well in Denmark," added the fourth seeded Indian, who will open her campaign against Bulgaria's Stefani Stoeva, ranked 58 in World, on Wednesday. The World number four Indian was in supreme form in the inaugural IBL as she finished the tournament unbeaten, having won all seven of her matches.

She skipped a few tournaments after that to shake off the tiredness and has now regained her strength to compete with the best. "After the IBL I was tired but I had a good break and I trained hard for the last one and half months and I am fit now," Saina said. The 23-yearold has not been in the best of form this season and also had some injury concerns and it reflected in her performance as she could only manage quarterfinals and semifinals. So, if she can defend the crown here, it would be her first title of the year. It won't be an easy ride as Saina is likely to face World No. 6 Ji Hyun Sung of South Korea in the quarters and if she keeps her 4-0 record intact then she is expected to be up against top seed Chinese Li Xuerui, who will start her campaign against India's Arundhati Pantawane.

Another Indian in women's singles, World Championships bronze medallist P V Sindhu will face a difficult opponent in World No. 17 Eriko Hirose of Japan in the first round. If the world number 10 Indian can get past her, Sindhu is likely to face World No. 2 and World Champion Intanon Ratchanok of Thailand in the quarterfinals.

National chief coach Pullela Gopichand's advise to his wards is to not look at the draw and play freely.

"The preparations are fine and we are expected to do well. I think it is important to just go there and play and not really look at the draw," Gopichand said. In men's singles, World No. 14 Parupalli Kashyap, who is coming back from an ankle injury, will take on the World No. 16 Darren Liew of Malaysia in his tournament opener. The Indian have a tough road ahead as he will have to beat the Malaysian first and then lorn horns will fifth seed Denmark's Jan O Jorgensen in the second round. In fact, Ajay Jayaram and RMV Gurusaidutt too will have an uphill task ahead. While, Japan Open quarterfinalist Ajay will be up against World No. 8 Boonsak Ponsana of Thailand, World No. 24 Gurusaidutt will meet World No.11 Hu Yun of Hong Kong in the first round.

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kOHIma, OctObEr 14 (mExN): Kohima Komets had to rue their missed chances to beat a higher ranked opponent as second half strikes from substitutes Milancy and E. Jingmut helped Royal Wahingdoh FC Shillong come from behind to edge out Kohima Komets in a keenly contested exhibition match at Khuochiezie Local ground, Kohima on Sunday October 13.

The exhibition match was held under the aegis of the Angami Students’ Union to generate fund for the Late Kekuojalie Sachu and Late Vikhozo Yhoshu Memorial Trust. Kohima Komets experienced early jitters as the visitors almost shot to the lead after David’s sudden shot on the left was denied by an alert Komets custodian Peisuidibe.

After the early jitters, Komets regained composure, and could have shot into the lead in the 25th minute only for Kivi failing to collect Yhunsalo cross from the right flank. Komets failed to capitalize on their opponents error in the 26th minute after Royal Wahingdoh custodian Kenio failed to collect the ball

after a 28 yards free kick from Kivi, but Ating’s shot off the rebound from just a yard away was stopped by Kenio’s outstretched arm.

A brilliant display of slick passing in the 35th minute between Ating and Samuel helped Komets draw first blood as Kivi tapped in Samuel’s shot which hit the woodwork after beating the rival custodian. A minute into the second half, the visitors returned into the game after Milancy caught the Komets defence napping with a brilliant strike from 25 yards.

The visitors shot into the lead through a brilliant set piece from 30 yards free kick with E. Jingmut beating the Komets offside trap and heading the ball past the keeper. Komets tried to get back in the game but the Wahingdoh defence held on to ensure a win for the visitors.The match saw brilliant team play from both the two teams, much to the delight of the vociferous crowd.

Speaking as the chief patron of the match, Parliamentary Secretary for Rural Development and REPA, CL John called upon the State’s football aspirants not to be

mumbaI, OctObEr 14 (PtI): agreed to allot Tendulkar`s farewell Sachin Tendulkar`s wish to play his Test to MCA. The Caribbean outfit is 200th and final Test on his home set to play two Tests, from Novemground here is all set to be grant- ber 6-10 and November 14-18, as ed when the BCCI`s Programmes well as three ODIs, on November and Fixtures committee meets on 21, 24 and 27, during its short tour.

The first Test is likely to be Tuesday to chalk out the detailed schedule of next month`s West In- played in Kolkata, while the vendies tour. The committee, headed ues for the three subsequent

by Rajiv Shukla, will finalise the ODIs will be decided on Tuesday. schedule of the hatily-arranged The BCCI is also planning a grand series comprising two Tests and farewell for Tendulkar. The Board three one-dayers. While doing had squeezed in the home series so, the committee will also grant against the West Indies to give TenTendulkar`s wish to play his last dulkar an opportunity to retire in Test at the venue where he made front of his home fans. Tendulkar his debut in first class cricket -- the last week announced his decision to retire from Test cricket after Wankhede Stadium.

The Mumbai Cricket Associa- playing his landmark match, bringtion President Ravi Savant has al- ing an end to the intense speculadiscouraged by the lack of ready stated that the BCCI has tion about his future. proper training infrastructure but continue to persevere playing, while expressing hope that a day would come when more Naga footClub while Naga United downed ballers will join in the footDEF Kohima in the second quarter steps of late Dr. T Ao, who finals played on Saturday. It may be created history by captainrecalled that this year 14th edition ing the Indian Olympic team saw a total of 65 teams totaling 1170 Our Correspondent in 1948 at London.

John also maintained players with 51 teams from Kohima, Kohima | October 14 the DAN government’s 4 teams from Phek, 3 teams from policy of promoting games Nagaland Police today downed Ori- Dimapur, 1 team from Zunheboto, 1 and sports in the state and on FC 5-0 to moved into semi finals team from Peren and 5 teams from instituting awards for outof the ongoing 14th NSF Martyrs’ Manipur State. The champion will standing sportspersons.

Memorial Trophy 2013 (Lt. Kekuo- walk away with a cash prize of Rs. He said “with our slogan 1,20,000 alongjalie Sachu and peace for development and with trophy wile Lt .

Vikhozo development for peace, we LAST QUARTER FINALS the runners-up Yhoshu) here at are all out for peace and October 15: Time 2:00 PM will pocket a the Kohima Loto encourage players in all Koubru SC Manipur vs HQ IGAR cash prize of Rs. cal Ground undisciplines, so that peace 70,000 alongder the aegis of prevails in our land”.

Angami Students’ Union (ASU) with with running Trophy Event coordinator Roko Two losing semi finalists at Rs. the theme “ Goal for Peace.”

Angami highlighted that the match is being orgaLima Kumzuk fetched a hattrick 15,000 each is sponsored by Synernized to generate fund for for Nagaland Police in the 38th, 41st gy Group Enterprise and proprietor the Late Kekuojalie Sachu and 53 minutes while Saku contrib- Solo Enterprise, Hetuo Solo. Four losand Late Vikhozo Yhoshu uted two goals for the team in the ing quarter finalists at 7,500 each is Memorial Trust. Fund gensponsored by WASU, NASU, SASU and 31st and 60th minutes. erated from the exhibition Lima Kumzuk of Nagaland Po- CASU. Prize sponsors for individual match would not only help lice was declared as the player of the category included; best goalkeeper to sustain the annual NSF match. Hoobs. S. Thonger, PS to par- sponsored by K.Aobu Shüya, best deMartyrs’ memorial Trophy liamentary secretary Power Kipili fender sponsored by Ketouneizo Sanorganised by ASU but it Sangtam acted as the match patron. chu, highest scorer sponsored by prowould also be used for eduEarlier, in the first quarter finals prietor of Touch Enterprise, Kelhou cational and social activiplayed Friday, Southern Angami Suohu and best midfielder sponsored ties concerning the Angami Students’ Union defeated M. T. Youth by Neibu Keditsu.

The match in action between Nagaland Police and Orion FC students, he said.

14th NSF Martyrs’ Memorial Trophy 2013 Nagaland Police enter semi finals

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