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Time to give back to country what I got in life: Nilekani [ PAGE 8]
Vidya Balan: No plans of joining politics
Reviving Don Bosco High School, Lakhuti [ PAGE 2]
China seizes $14.5 billion assets from family, associates of ex-security chief
“He quit his party and he wants to join us on a temporary basis for two month.”
The Morung Express POLL QUESTIOn
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70th anniversary of the Battle of Kohima Kohima, march 30 (mExN): An official delegation from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) is scheduled to visit Kohima from April 3 to 4, in connection with the commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Kohima, which falls on April 4. The delegation will consist Air Chief Marshall Sir Joe French (Retired)- vice chairman of CWGC, Barry Murphy- Director of Africa and Asia Pacific Area of the CWGC and Lt Gen Ravi Eipe (Retd)- Honorary Liaison Officer- former Army Commander, Eastern Command.
People won’t tolerate poor governance: Mukherjee
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NEw DElhi, march 30 (iaNS): With Lok Sabha election less than 10 days away, President Pranab Mukherjee Sunday said people will no longer accept non-transparent and unresponsive administration. Mukherjee stressed for “urgency” in decisionmaking and transforming public administration into a dynamic and “result oriented entity”. “The people are demanding better and more efficient administration. They would no longer tolerate non-transparent and unresponsive administration,” he said here. “The increasing expectation of the people can only be met by improving good governance practices for on it hinges the welfare of the people,” he added. The president was inaugurating the diamond jubilee celebrations of the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA). “Though IIPA has done commendable work, there is much more that can be done to increase the importance as a catalyst for change in public administration. “It (IIPA) should also make ethical governance the central focus in its training calendar,” Mukherjee said.
–Thomas a Kempis
Hamilton leads Mercedes 1-2 at Malaysian GP [ PAGE 12]
Poll Prep: Political parties urged to address AFSPA
By Sandemo Ngullie
Are nagas ready to forgive their past hurts and reconcile for a better future?
Monday, March 31, 2014 12 pages Rs. 4
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Intelligence must follow faith, never precede it, and never destroy it
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Police helicopters fly over the Mare slum complex during it’s occupation in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Sunday, March 30. The Mare complex of slums, home to about 130,000 people and located near the international airport, is the latest area targeted for the government’s “pacification” program, which sees officers move in, push out drug gangs and set up permanent police posts. (AP Photo)
NEw DElhi, march 30 (mExN): The Lok Sabha election is round the corner; political party manifestos and rhetoric is all over. And even at this crucial juncture, political parties have maintained silence on the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, or its repeal. To “create a political pressure for repeal of AFSPA,” an “anti-AFSPA” rally was organized in New Delhi on March 30 from the Mandi House metro station to Jantar Mantar. The rally was jointly organised by Save Sharmila Solidarity Campaign (SSSC), All India Students Association (AISA), AIPWA, RYA, DSF, Jawaharlal Nehru University Students Union, North East Forum for International Solidarity (NEFIS), Voices against 377, NAPM and Right to Water Campaign. In efforts to urge political parties to take up the issue of AFSPA, an open let-
Organisations come together in New Delhi to urge political parties to take up AFSPA repeal ter was issued by the SSSC and endorsed by many human rights’ activists and organizations across the country, addressed to political parties including AAP, Samajwadi Party, Trinamool Congress, left parties, regional parties of Jammu & Kashmir and the NE. The organisations also requested academicians and columnists to write on the issue in newspapers to highlight it. Ravi Nitesh of SSSC said that the draconian and inhuman law of AFSPA has existed for almost 60 years now, yet the Government remains least bothered. Almost all major parties in the country have been silent about the everyday horror
in the States to which AFSPA applies. Devika Mittal, a Delhi University (DU) student and member of SSSC, said that while political parties are talking about development, secularism and corruption, these claims and promises hold no meaning in AFSPA States. “There can be no development in AFSPA states without the revocation of AFSPA, which is also the face of corruption in these states,” she noted. Rupam, a DU student from Assam, stated that the promise of a better future is intertwined with the repeal of AFSPA from these states. He said that “Repeal of AFSPA is the only way forward for a better India.”
After the rally, a public meeting was held at Jantar Mantar. Anubhuti from the JNUSU talked about the human rights’ violations enabled by AFSPA. Ram Mohan Rai, a social activist from Haryana, talked about how AFSPA is “anti-democratic.” Students from Kashmir and NE also shared their experiences. Raies ul-Haq, a DU student also talked about other repressive laws, like the Public Safety Act in Kashmir. During the programme, the Irom Sharmila Scholarship, to be granted to a postgraduate student from an area with internal armed conflict was also awarded by by Dr. Deepti Priya Mehrotra and Deepti Sharma to Seram Rojesh, a PhD student of Delhi School of Economics. He is from Manipur, and has tried to highlight the issue through his research works and activism.
Nagaland imports livestock NPF appreciates & supports products worth Rs. 215.46 Cr signing of Lenten Agreement Our Correspondent Kohima | March 30
Nagaland State imports livestock product worth Rs 215.46 crore, informed the administrative report of the Department for Veterinary and Animal Husbandry. The report was tabled by Parliamentary Secretary, Yitachu at the recently concluded NLA session in Kohima. As per the Sample Survey Report of 2013-14, the
State of Nagaland produces 63.10% of its total requirement worth Rs. 1180.07 crore, leaving a shortfall of 36.90%. Out of this shortfall, the State imported animal husbandry products worth Rs. 215.46 crore in monetary terms. In 2001-02, the import level was Rs. 375.00 crore; however, the department could bring down the import cost to Rs. 215.46 crore in 2013-14 by implementing various livestock
91,308 govt employees in Nagaland State Our Correspondent Kohima | March 30
The Nagaland State Department of Economics & Statistics has published the government employees census 2011, enumerating the total number government employees at 91, 308. Out of the 91, 308 employees, 3,707 belong to Class I gazette, 2,401 to Class- II gazette, 61, 264 to class- III and 23, 936 to Grade VI. For publication of the government employee census report 2011, data was collected from 64 departments in the State, according to the annual administrative report of the Department of Economics & Statistics 201314. This report was tabled in the recently concluded assembly session by Parliamentary Secretary T Torechu. Meanwhile, the report also stated that during, 2013 the estimation of State Domestic Product (SDP) for the year 2010-11 has been published. As per 2010-11, the GSDP, NSDP and Per Capita income at current prices are Rs. 1175937 lakhs, Rs. 1084962 lakhs and 55582 respectively.
The annual growth rate from 2009-2010, 2010-2011 at current prices of Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP), Net State Domestic Product (NSDP) and Per Capita income are 11.70%, 11.72% and 10.58% respectively. The report said that the estimation of SDP is done to measure the economic position of the State. “This is one of the best indicators to depict the economic health of the state and the living condition of the people, as it enable as to know the per capita income of the state,” the report stated. It added that the SDP estimation assumed more significance in recent times as the Planning Commission, Government of India determines the ceiling on the State burrowing account based on the GSDP. As a result, the GSDP estimation has become one of the most important indicators for finalizing the State annual plan. The report also stated that to evolve an inclusive planning system, the Department is also making necessary preparations to launch the estimation of District Domestic Product (DDP) in the next fiscal year.
and poultry programme in the State, according to the report. During the 12th Five Year Plan, the report said, the Department is focusing on development of piggery, poultry and Mithun for meat production and infusion of superior Germplasm of dairy cattle for milk production, which is being imported from the USA. This is being done so as to narrow down the gap between demand
and supply of animal husbandry products. The report stated that in the absence of any organized industry in the State, animal husbandry and dairying alone can absorb a large fraction of the vast number of unemployed persons in the State. It also stated that livestock farming, in a scientific and profitable way, can play a vital role in improving the rural economy.
Kohima, march 30 (mExN): The Naga People’s Front (NPF) has termed the signing of the Lenten Agreement between the NSCN (IM), GPRN/NSCN and NNC/ FGN as another “hallmark” towards Naga Reconciliation: A Journey of Common Hope. This was stated in a press release from the NPF party president, Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu. The NPF conveyed its “appreciation and full support to all signatories” and
hoped that “all Naga nationalist groups join the reconciliation process in the true spirit of Naga Unity.” “As agreed and committed in the ‘Naga Concordant’ to formation of National Government, the reiteration of this principle through the signing of the Lenten Agreement mark a historic process,” noted Dr. Liezietsu in the press release. “The resolve to work together in the common purpose of achieving Naga political aspirations without further delay is
supported and appreciated by all Nagas.” The NPF said it shall continue to “leave no stone unturned in facilitating the peace process in whatever ways possible.” “Today, we also place on record our appreciation of the hard work and the positive role being played by the tribal hohos, Church, civil society leaders and the Forum for Naga Reconciliation, and assure them of our fullest support and cooperation in times to come,” stated the party.
‘Unified Nagaland’ through music Where? DImapur Ao Baptist Arogo (DABA) Church, Dimapur When? April 5, 5:30 pm onwards Who? Church Choirs from all over Nagaland Renowned musicians from Indonesia, Singapore & Kolkata Professional musicians from Nagaland Music Schools Concert Theme: “Oneness in Christ” Instruments of Unity: The Orchestra for ‘Handel’s Messiah,’ a Worship concert celebrating ‘Oneness in Christ’ to be held on April 5 at Dimapur Ao Baptist Arogo.
Morung Express news Dimapur | March 30
Come April 5, a conglomeration of various Churches in Nagaland, music schools and musical artistes will come together, in hope and prayer for a united Nagaland. ‘Handel’s Messiah,’ a Worship concert celebrating Oneness in Christ, will aim to fill hearts with God’s love, inspiration and encouragement through the immortal and spiritual power of choral masterpiece Messiah by George Frideric Handel. An exciting concert, which will certainly be the most powerpacked event of 2014! Creating a ‘Master Ensemble’ for the first time in Nagaland, the artistes featured are Rubin Lukito (Tenor) from Indonesia, Judy Tay (Viola) from Singapore, Lydia Wong (Vi-
ola) from Singapore, and Nagaland’s musical powerhouse Margaret Shishak. The ensemble will also include professional musicians from all over Nagaland State. This event is also an exceptional one, as it will not be the standard worship concerto. It is in fact the first ever western classical music concert played by a full sized Orchestra. For several months now, the organizing team along with 300 and more musicians have been singing, breathing, and living ‘Handel’s Messiah.’ Hours of rehearsals have built a deep sense of bonding and genuine friendships have formed between the musicians, organizing committee and the production team. A heart-warming
incident was narrated of how an old woman ran towards one of the organizers, clutching in her hands her contribution towards the event fund. This is just the first chapter towards the ‘Unified Nagaland,’ envisioned through the concert.
torios to this day, and is a favourite for all Naga musicians as well. For Pastor Razo, the excitement is more about the huge medley of Churches and musicians coming together under one roof. He highlights the grave importance for Churches and its members to come together. He underlines the fact that it is very crucial for Naga people from all the tribes to unite. His main concern is for Nagas to be able “to rise up together and identify the true evil persisting in our society”. Pastor Razo feels that Nagas are blessed abundantly in the gift of music and should use the gift positively for the glory of God. Commenting on the rehearsals underway for the event, he said, “There
Nagaland’s biggest worship concert Representing a nine member organising Committee of the event, Pastor Razo Vasa, and Zubeno Mozhui shared important information and details on the set-up of the Worship Concert. Clearly enthusiastic about the event, they pointed out that ‘Handel’s Messiah’ is one of the most widely performed and best loved classical music ora-
Entry Free For All!!! is so much joy in planning together. This is a small but significant step”. With the concert arranged as free entry for all, it still requires huge expenditure. Together with assistance from the North East Zone Cultural Centre, several churches, well-wishers and many others have come forth and donated willingly, but the target remains to be achieved. Anyone interested in helping out can contribute any amount towards this purpose by contacting the following numbers: 9436012906/84 15007059/09435162884/8 974003765/9436060192/ 9862124636 or Hope Centre for Excellence: 03862233301/9774166212. Be sure not to miss it! The event takes place Saturday, April 5 at DABA Church, Dimapur at 5:30pm.
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