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YAA allege anomalies in road construction dImapUr, September 27 (mexN): The Yimchungrü Akherü Arihako in a letter dated September 26, 2013 to the Chief Engineer, PWD (R&B) has expressed serious concern over anomalies at the ongoing construction works from Kiutsukiur to Kephor (10 Kms). The letter pointed out, what it termed as “fictitious photographs and progress report of the said works,” which was submitted to the Chief Engineer. It also questioned the reason behind allotment of a separate work order for the construction and maintenance of the same road, when the previous execution of work under NLCPR has not been completed yet. In view of this, the YAA demanded immediate action from the concerned authority in order to penalize the erring personnel. It further urged upon the Chief Engineer, PWD (R&B) to undertake a joint spot verification within fifteen days of receipt of the letter. Full story on page 5

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Nagaland Governor, Dr Ashwani Kumar on Friday lamented that the greatest threat to environment, climate, water, forests and even agriculture is human beings. Kumar said this while addressing the valedictory function at the third and final day of the Sustainable Mountain Development Summit-III Nagaland under the aegis of Indian Mountain Initiative and Sustainable Development Forum of Nagaland in Kohima. He congratulated the organizers of the Summit for taking this initiative and inviting representatives from all 11 Himalayan states of the country. He added that harmonious balance between Nature and human beings is needed for growth and survival of life on the planet. He informed that the world population in 1750 was around one billion. In

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this planet – this earth has enough for all of us to last for millions of years. This earth is capable of providing us enough water, food and fuel for many more years. We all can live happily on the mountains, in the plains and on the sea shore, provided we are able to contain our population, reduce consumption and limit desires,” he added. The Governor also formally launched Institutionalization of the India Mountain Initiative. The 4th edition of SMDS will be held in Jammu & Kashmir next year.

NeW deLHI, September 27 (ptI): In a landmark verdict, the Supreme Court today held that citizens have right to cast negative vote rejecting all candidates contesting polls, a decision which would encourage people not satisfied with contestants to turn up for voting. The apex court directed the Election Commission to provide ‘none of the above options’ at the end of the list of candidates in electronic voting machines (EVMs) and ballot papers to allow voters to reject those contesting polls. A bench headed by Chief Justice P Sathasivam said that negative voting would foster purity and vibrancy of elections and ensure wide participation as people who are not sat-

isfied with the candidates in the fray would also turn up to express their opinion rejecting contestants. It said that the concept of negative voting would bring a systemic change in the election process as the political parties will be forced to project clean candidates in polls. The bench noted that the concept of negative voting is prevalent in 13 countries and even in India, parliamentarians are given an option to press the button for abstaining while voting takes place in the House. The court said right to reject candidates in elections is part of fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression given by the Constitution to Indian citizens. It said that democracy is all about choice and significance of right of citizens to cast negative voting is massive. With the concept of negative voting, the voters who are dissatisfied with the candidates in the fray would turn up in large number to express their opinion which

would put unscrupulous elements and impersonators out of the polls, it said. The bench, while reading out the operative portion of the judgement, did not throw light on a situation in case the votes cast under no option head outnumber the votes got by the candidates. It said that secrecy of votes cast under the no option category must be maintained by the Election Commission. The court passed the order on a PIL filed by an NGO, People’s Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL) which had submitted that voters be given the right to negative voting. Agreeing with the NGO’s plea, the bench passed the path- breaking verdict and introduced the concept of negative voting in the election process, saying that it would further empower the voters in exercising their franchise. The latest verdict is part of series of judgements passed by the apex court on the election process.

dImapUr, September 27 (mexN): “The State of Nagaland is also not free from the social disease of violence against women” stated Watichuchang Jamir, Additional Superintend of Police Dimapur. He informed that a comparative statement of crimes against women reported to Dimapur Police from 20082013 shows that crimes are steadily increasing. He maintained that 14 cases were registered in 2008 which increased to 25 in 2012 and to 26 till August 2013. However, he emphasized that this is not a conclusive picture as many crimes such as physical violence, domestic violence and sexual assault are significantly underre-

ported and perpetrators of such gender-based violence are often not reported to authorities. Jamir stated this at the Legal Awareness Campaign on “Statutory Rights of Women” organized by Nagaland State Commission for Women at Salesian College, Dimapur on Friday. Jamir stated that police have a vital role in safeguarding women’s rights. He stated that the department is striving to bring about attitudinal change in the force through efforts aimed at developing gender-sensitivity. “There has been improved police training and creation of specialized investigative units such as the Women

Police Cell to respond to reports of violence against women,” he added. He informed that to check human trafficking; the State Police Department has launched Anti-Human Trafficking Unit in the district with Women Cell Dimapur as nodal cell. Dimapur police, he said, has been taking initiatives to contain crimes through community oriented policing where personnel maintain visible contact with the community though involvement with community organizations and working with other public agencies for securing information and provide quick assistance. He admitted that that the police have a direct or

exclusive responsibility in the task of investigating crimes but have limited role in prevention of crimes. This is because various contributory factors leading to crime do not totally and exclusively fall within the domain of police for control and regulation, he said. He stated that the Police are only part of the larger system and requires the involvement of courts, prisons, communities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society to protect women’s rights. He called for a coordinated understanding and appreciation of these factors not only by the police but by all agencies connected with social defense and welfare.

‘Unity and oneness for better development’ Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs, Ninong Ering on Friday maintained that the Sustainable Mountain Development Summit is the need of the hour to bring about better manageable policies and assured all possible help. In his address as the guest of honour at the valedictory function of Sustainable Mountain Development Summit-III, Ninong said that the people and government

1850, it was just over 2 billion. In 1950 it was over 3 billion. Today it is 6 billion and in 2050 it will reach 9 billion. India’s population in 1950 was about 370 million. In 2050, it will be 1.6 billion and by 2030, India will beat China in population, he added. Referring to the extreme pressure on land and its resources; Kumar said that from Kashmir to Kohima stringent laws have been made to prevent outsiders buying land and settling in the Himalayas, in order preserve the mountains. Citing demands in sev-

of the regions need to strive for sustainable development. He said that recent major natural calamities in various mountain states have triggered serious thoughts on how such disasters can be prevented. He added the NE region has a lot of problems from unemployment to corruption to drug abuse etc. However, with unity and oneness, the region has to move forward to bring about better development, he added.

eral NE states for imposition of Inner-line Permits, the Governor queried, “how long will we be able to prevent this huge humanity from seeking food, water and shelter in the healthy environment of the hills.” He added that Demographic dividend is a theoretical concept and its practical applicability is in doubt. He also cited the enormous increase in the number of dams and roads over the years as a part of development, thereby increasing the pressure on the planet. “Let me end on a positive note, Nature –

Mhayani Murry: nagaland Crimes against women on the rise spelling Bee champion 2013 Our Correspondent Kohima | September 27

Mhayani Murry was crowned the Nagaland Spelling Bee Champion at the 2nd edition of the Nagaland Spelling Bee Championship 2013, which concluded in Kohima on Friday. The competition featured that highest prize money for literary competitions in North East India. The Spelling Bee Champion won Rs. 50,000 while the second, third and forth placed winners received Rs. 30,000, Rs. 15,000 and Rs. 10,000 respectively (along with trophies and citations).

The first three winners in Extempore and Elocution pocketed Rs. 10000, Rs. 5000 and Rs. 3000 respectively for both events along with citations and trophies. The event was jointly organized by Fountain Club Kohima and State Council of Educational Research Training, Nagaland. Fountain Club President, Neizokhotuo Belho stated that the Club desires to contribute something to students, for which this competition was designed. He stated that whatever students learnt from this event will be an asset for them and that the Club will continue

faith in the Public square Hyderabad, September 27 (mexN): The Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM) National Conference 2013 (NC2013) got underway in a grand opening at the state-of-the-art Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC), Hyderabad, on September 26. RZIM is an international Christian ministry, founded and headed by the world-renowned IndianAmerican Christian intellectual and evangelist, Dr. Ravi Zacharias. The ministry comprises a team of evangelists, teachers, and apologists (i.e., intellectual defenders of the Christian faith) and maintains offices all over the world. The Conference brings together 1,200 Christians from various professions and fields under the theme ‘The Intersection of Faith in the Public Square’. It features some of the world’s most respected and influential Christian leaders and speakers from various fields of expertise. These include: public intellectual and social critic, Dr. OS Guinness; celebrity author and motivational speaker, Dr. Ken Blanchard; leading

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attorney and legal expert, Bruce Matson; President of Fedex International, Michael Ducker; and motivational speaker, Krish Dhanam. Leading Indian Christian personalities who are speaking at the Conference include Anand Mahadevan (Editor of Outlook Business); Rev. C. A. Benjamin (Director of FEBA); and Bijou Kurien (top corporate leader and businessman). A special feature and attraction is the NASA astronaut, Col. James Dutton.

Topics being addressed include ‘Lead Like Jesus’, ‘Religious Freedom and the Making of a World Safe for Diversity’, ‘Priorities and Principles for Faith-Filled Business Life’. NC2013 is being organised and hosted by RZIM Life Focus Society, the India branch of RZIM International. In his welcome address, the CEO of RZIM India, S.D. Reuben, under whose leadership the Conference is being organised, said that the Conference is ‘historic’ in terms of its theme, scale, makeup, and lineup of speakers. A unique feature of the Conference is that it is specifically geared towards Christians who serve in the public square and arena. Addressing the theme ‘Faith in the Public Square’, Dr. Ravi Zacharias, in his opening address, warned against the modern dangers of secularisation, pluralisation, and privatisation, and challenged the audience to be faithful witnesses in the public arena. A strong Naga contingent, comprising about 35 leading personalities from various fields, is also in attendance at the Conference.

to organize this event. The objective of the spelling bee championship is to inculcate the spirit of study and reading among students, said Medo Yhokha former chairman of Fountain Club. “Through this competition we believe that students will develop a sense of confidence,” he added. Chief Guest for the occasion, T. Imkonglemba Ao, Commissioner and Secretary for School Education & SCERT lauded the participants for exhibiting good personality, courage and confidence. He called upon them to look beyond the state and the country. Winners list on Page 5

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