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World bows in respect to Mandela

Hornbill Festival 2013

By Sandemo Ngullie

Ahh! Most memorable part of the festival.

5-day State mourning declared in Nagaland No official entertainment during this period Kohima, December 6 (DiPr): The Government of Nagaland has declared five days of state mourning from December 6 to 10 as a mark of respect towards Dr. Nelson Mandela, former President of South Africa and Bharat Ratna awardee, who passed away on December 5. During the state of mourning the National Flag will be flown at half mast. Throughout the State of Nagaland, along with the rest of the country, there will be no official entertainment during this period.

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Tuensang, December 6 (mexn): Tuensang Police on December 6 recovered one dead body from a forested area near the Tuensang Town Petrol Pump. Tuensang Police informed that the dead body had a gunshot wound to the chest. According to police, the deceased has been identified as Raza Peyu Changsipong (35), “who is reported to be from NNC (Non Accordist).”

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Johannesburg, December 6 (aP): Nelson Mandela was a master of forgiveness. South Africa’s first black president spent nearly a third of his life as a prisoner of apartheid, yet he sought to win over its defeated guardians in a relatively peaceful transition of power that inspired the world. As head of state, the former boxer, lawyer and inmate lunched with the prosecutor who argued successfully for his incarceration. He sang the apartheidera Afrikaans anthem at his inauguration and traveled hundreds of miles to have tea with the widow of the prime minister in power at the time he was sent to prison. It was this generosity of spirit that made Mandela, who died Thursday at the age of 95, a global symbol of sacrifice and reconciliation in a world often jarred by conflict and division. Mandela’s death has deprived the world of a colossus of the 20th century who projected astonishing grace, resolve and good humor. South African President Jacob Zuma said, “We’ve lost our greatest son. Our nation has lost its greatest son. Our people have lost a father.” In the 1950s, Mandela sought universal rights through peaceful means but was sentenced to life

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KolKaTa, December 6 (ians): Observing that public development and welfare transcend political barriers, President Pranab Mukherjee Friday warned against competitive politics slowing down the progress of states or enhancing the suffering of the people. “Individual legislators as members of different political parties would be guided by their party policies. But competitive politics should not result in slowing down the progress of the state or enhancing the suffering of its people,” he said. “Most issues of development and public welfare transcend political barriers,” he said, in his address at the valedictory ceremony of the platinum jubilee celebrations of the West Bengal legislative assembly.

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UN calls Mandela ‘a giant for justice’

uniTeD naTions, December 6 (aP): U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says Nelson Mandela was “a giant for justice” whose “selfless struggle for human dignity, equality and freedom” inspired many people around the world. “No one did more in our time to advance the values and aspirations of the United Nations,” Ban told reporters soon after Mandela’s death was announced. Ban recalled, “When I thanked him for his life’s work, he insisted the credit belonged to others,” Ban said. “I will never forget his selflessness and deep sense of shared purpose.” The U.N. Security Council interrupted a meeting on the tribunals for former Yugoslavia and Rwanda and stood for a minute in silent tribute to Mandela. Argentina’s U.N. Ambassador Maria Cristina Perceval This file photo from 1994 shows Nelson Mandela. Mandela, the former South African president and Nobel Peace Prize laureate who waged a long and ultimately victorious struggle against apartheid, died on Thurs- called Mandela “a man who day, December 5. He was 95. (AP Photo) gave hope to the entire world.” imprisonment in 1964 for leading a campaign of sabotage against the government. The speech he gave during that trial outlined his vision and resolve. “I have fought against white domination, and I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society

in which all persons live together in harmony and with equal opportunities. It is an ideal which I hope to live for and to achieve. But if needs be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die.” He was confined to the harsh Robben Island prison near Cape Town for most of his time behind bars, then

moved to jails on the mainland. When he went free after 27 years, he raised his right fist in triumph, and in his autobiography, “Long Walk to Freedom,” he would write: “As I finally walked through those gates ... I felt — even at the age of seventyone — that my life was beginning anew.”

South Africa’s white rulers had portrayed him as the spearhead of a communist revolution and insisted that black majority rule would usher in bloody chaos. Thousands died in factional fighting in the run-up to democratic elections in 1994. But voting day, when long lines of voters waited patiently to

“Men such as Mandela resisted and taught us to resist fear ... to resist oblivion,” she said. The Security Council said in a statement later that “Mandela will forever be remembered as someone who gave up so much of his life in the struggle for freedom, so that millions could have a brighter future.” The U.N. General Assembly in 2009 adopted a resolution declaring Nelson Mandela International Day, the first ever international day in honor of an individual. It is celebrated every year on July 18, his birthday. “The members of the Security Council consider this to be a reflection of the magnitude of Nelson Mandela’s contribution to freedom and justice,” the council said. “Nelson Mandela day is a celebration of the idea that each individual has the power to transform the world, and the ability to make an impact, just as Nelson Mandela did himself.”

cast ballots, passed peacefully, as did Mandela’s inauguration as president “Never, never and never again shall it be that this beautiful land will again experience the oppression of one by another and suffer the indignity of being the skunk of the world,” the new president said.

Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was born on July 18, 1918, the son of a tribal chief in Transkei, a Xhosa homeland that later became one of the “Bantustans” set up as independent republics by the apartheid regime to cement the separation of whites and blacks. Related news on page 11

December 9 bandh: AYO, ASU urge NPCC to reconsider Hornbill festival: Commercially Yours! occurrences of such ill trends in our society.” “Towards this effort we definitely would need the unflinching cooperation, support and solidarity of each and every individual, groups and organizations,” it added. However, in view of the festive season, the number of schools and colleges in midst of their final examinations and classes, the ongoing Hornbill Festival and the large number of domestic and international tourists in the state, particularly in Kohima; the letter stated that the proposed bandh “is not deemed convenient and appropriate.” As such, it urged the NPCC to reconsider the bandh “in the interest and wellbeing of our society, particularly the citizens and dwellers of Kohima” and “to avoid all undue hassles

and untoward incidents that might arise out of the proposed bandh if not reconsidered.”

Pusa requests for deferment of bandh All India Congress Committee member and former NPCC President, KV Pusa has requested the NPCC to defer its scheduled 12 hr bandh in Kohima on December 9. A press note from the former NPCC President appreciated what he termed as the “legally correct expression of democratic protests in various forms by the Congress party for the acts which are detrimental to the interest of the Naga people.” However, he urged the NPCC to defer Naga men with muskets are seen performing an indigenous the proposed bandh, in view of the fes- dance during the Hornbill Festival. Photo by Kedimen Kichu tivities and impending Christmas and Naro Longchar Hornbill festival is synNew Year celebrations. onymous with Kisama, Kohima | December 6 which has been fashioned There is no doubt that Horn- into a miniature supposbill Festival has done excep- edly ‘Naga village’ with the tionally well as far as its tour- intent to provide visitors a ism aspects are concerned. ‘Naga village experience,’ what they learn in colleges to It has in its own capacity where they can visit the varthe churches; disciples who placed Nagaland on the cov- ious morungs of all the Naga are future music leaders and eted map of ‘tourist destina- tribes and taste their cuiwho can teach and impart tion’ with domestic as well as sines. If anything, Kisama their musical training. international tourists pour- is but a distorted attempt She feels that her ulti- ing in from all around the to romanticize our past culmate goal is to not just to globe. And while we are all ture that is no longer with us improve the musicality but thrilled with the prospect of or practiced today. to bring theology and mu- showcasing and sharing our In one way, Kisama sic together. She asserts ethnic culture, we should can be compared to the that music in churches also introspect and ponder “reserves” where Native without spirituality and on whether the festival is American communities are Members of Trinity Theological College, who will be performing with three other theologisound theology is dead and truly living up to its tagline, made to reside, with brocal colleges at the Dimapur Ao Baptist Church on December 8. affirms that the churches ‘culturally yours,’ mean- ken communities and famhave to take theology of the while serving as an authen- ilies surrounded by grave Chan, an international Theology’ published by InChoirs from 4 choral consultant, con- tervarsity Press in Amer- word in the song more im- tic reflection of the rich Naga social and economic conditheological colleges ductor, and voice teacher. ica, informed a press note. portantly than the music culture. The chief objective tion. Ironically, in the midst Currently, she is the choir Ever since their first itself. She insists this as the of hornbill festival is to pro- of all that, Native American to perform on director and voice teacher visit, the husband – wife core of church music and mote appreciation of the rich cultural attires and presenDecember 8 at Trinity Theological Col- duo have been visiting Na- desires to share this with Naga culture. Has the cultur- tations is all the rage and in DimaPur, December lege, Singapore. She, along galand every year, impart- the theological colleges al aspect being sidelined by popular demand. In the Naga context too, 6 (mexn): On December 8, with her husband Rev Dr ing theological and musical and churches in Nagaland. the commercialization of the The concert aims to entire festival? we could affirm the Hornbill choirs from four theological Simon Chan, have been vis- training to theological colOne of the key compo- Festival as a revival of Naga colleges: Trinity Theologi- iting theological colleges in leges in Nagaland as well as promote excellence in chocal College (TTC) Dimapur, Nagaland every year since neighboring states. Chan ral singing in Nagaland nents of tourism is com- culture but it might well be Oriental Theological Col- 1991, with the goal to pro- notes that the people of Na- churches; promote greater mercialization, which takes that it is the reflection of a lege (OTS) Dimapur, Clark mote excellence in choral galand have immense mu- cooperation among theo- the form of entertainment culture that is in crisis and Theological College (CTC) singing, and also to train sical gift and potential. It is logical institutions and to (cultural shows, music slowly fading. In spite of all Mokokchung, and Eastern theological students musi- also the hospitality and the inspire young people to festivals), services/com- the colorful cultural show warm-heartedness of the consider music study as an fort (eatery, cuisines, local that is put on, coupled with Theological College (ETC) cally. The speaker for the con- people that makes us feel essential part of their min- beer). With so much going the ingenious idea of creatJorhat, Assam, will stage a concert at Dimapur Ao cert, Rev. Dr. Simon Chan is like a family among the Na- isterial training. The con- on simultaneously, it ap- ing a miniature ‘Naga vilcert is open to all, with the pears that the entire festi- lage’, it still does not even Baptist Church (DABA) un- Professor of Systematic gas, she adds. The main purpose of purpose of reaching out to val has been blown out of come close to comparison der the theme ‘Proclaiming Theology at Trinity Theological College in Singa- their visits to theological col- everyone this advent sea- proportion in the process nor does it compensate for Christ in Advent.’ The choirs will be con- pore. He has written many leges in Nagaland is to make son, proclaiming the birth diminishing its true intent, the rich Naga culture. “We wished there were the cultural aspect. ducted by Mrs. Simon books including ‘Spiritual disciples, who will carry of Christ through music.

Bringing theology and music together

Competitive politics is slowing progress

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Kohima, December 6 (mexn): The Angami Youth Organization (AYO) and the Angami Students’ Union (ASU) have written to the President of the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee urging him to “reconsider” the proposed 12 hour Kohima bandh on December 9. The joint letter issued by the AYO President, Medo Yhokha and ASU President, Zakie Khate acknowledged the effort of the NPCC “in registering protest against corruption and other vices prevalent in our society, particularly against the flaws and illegalities under public offices and establishments.” It asserted that the AYO and the ASU share the same concerns and Kohima, December informed that they are “relentlessly 6 (mexn): The Nagaland initiating various measures to contain Secretariat Service Associa- and arrest the rampant prevalence and tion (NSSA) has informed that the ongoing pen down/ cease work agitation from December 2 to December 7 will continue from December 9 to December 13. This was decided by the Action Committee in its meeting at the NSSA Office, on December 6, informed a press note from the NSSA.

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more cultural sports and events; we wanted to witness spear throw, bow hunts and even simple everyday activities like rice pounding, locals working in the paddy fields etc,” says a couple from Canada. Nagaland and its cultural essence live in its villages, woven intricately into the lives of the village folks and their everyday lifestyle. What Nagas are and what Nagas have is a way of life, one cannot possibly try to mimic all that in a set environment or pass off hornbill festival as the embodiment of Naga culture. A tourist from Austria remarked that the Hornbill Festival is “too touristic.” Sadly, perhaps Nagas have become nothing less than an entertainment oriented society in this charade of image building. From a critical cultural and social perspective, the Hornbill Festival is an ultimate reflection of a shallow and superficial Naga civilization. With the enormity of resources and manpower that is pooled annually into celebrating the hornbill festival, is the outcome justified? How is it helping Nagaland state’s economy or can a section of people speak for the entire population? These cultural festivals do not reflect the realities of Naga people today with poverty stricken areas, malnourished children, fast emerging class distinction, unemployment etc. Have Nagas simply reduced ourselves to mere objects of entertainment where we put on a glittering show? At the end of the day, these ‘shows’ and cultural entertainments will be all that’s left of the brave warriors of the hills, the ‘mighty Nagas’, at the cost of our dignity and rich cultural diversity.

This piece is the second in a series of articles on the discourse around and on the Hornbill Festival, with the view to initiate reflection and dialogue.

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Get a taste of the Hornbill Festival in Dimapur Morung Express News Dimapur | December 6

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Those feeling unlucky to miss the grand celebrations of the Hornbill Festival currently underway at Kisama, Kohima, fret no more. The Nagaland Bamboo Development Agency (NBDA) brings a slice of the festival to the people of Dimapur. Organized as part of the Hornbill calendar, the ‘Hornbill Bamboo Carnival’, organized by the Nagaland Bamboo Development Agency (NBDA) was inaugurated today, and will commence till December 8. The three-day event will feature sales and exhibition of bamboo products along with food stalls, live music, and art from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. Based under the theme, “Bamboo, Art, Food & Music”, the NBDA Resource Centre at 6th Mile, Sovima, Dimapur is hosting around 20 SHGs who have put up bamboo crafts, handloom prod-

ucts, handmade items, assortment of Bamboo pickles and baked goods etc on display and for sale. Also, 20 more SHGs have set up tents catering solely to food of different cuisines. There is also a ‘Fun and Games Zone’ where children and adults can play games and win prizes. Darts, Rings of Fortune, Fishing the Bottle, Knock the Cans, and Angry Birds, are some of the attractions of the Carnival. The organizers are also hosting live music performances from 3:00 pm on all the three days. On December 6th, B.K & DJ Ina, Alobo Naga, Oren Mozhui, Infinity on High, and special band from USA, Semper Soul performed at Nagaland Bamboo Resource Centre. On December 7th, Minx Gals, My Cute valentine, No Strpping Attached, Still Rhyming, Placid Pinch, Skillz Obscene is scheduled to perform. On December 8th, D.Zara, Joker’s Night, and Lengoi are scheduled to perform at the Carnival.

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First Hornbill snooker championship underway

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Hornbill snooker championship is going underway, which was inaugurated by the Additional Chief Secretary & Development Commissioner, Nagaland, H.K. Khulu on December 6 as the chief quest. H.K. Khulu, who is also the President of NSBA declared the tournament open and said in the C.K. Arcade, Top Floor, Kohima that this game is a NonViolent game having standing a beautiful board in the Indoors room with a

quite spotted balls and colourful balls and he felt that this is also a game to inculcates a sense of youth are more disciplines as they need to concentrate over a period of time. Expressing that it is a game to promote the friendship, and sportsmanship and also how to give its citizens responsibilities in the society, he said. The Additional Chief Secretary who have an experience over 25 years in the game hope that this gentleman game will grown strength to strength as they exhibiting their skills as today.

Voices of Hope wins Hornbill Choir Competition

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he ultimate Hornbill Choir Competition under the banner of ‘Let the music speak’ was held on December 5 at the Regional Centre for Excellence for music and performing Arts, Thursday evening at Jotsoma Initiated by Music task force (MTF) with a partner of unlock production. The choir team, Chakhesang Baptist Church Choir Dimapur, Seven Tone Choir Kohima, Sumi Baptist Church Choir Kohima, and Voices of Hope Dimapur, participated in the competition. In the ultimate Hornbill Choir Competition Voices of Hope Dimapur stood in the first position and walk away with the title of Hornbill choir 2013, with a token of Rs. one lakh cheque, meanwhile Chakhesang Baptist Church choir Dimapur were adjusted in

second position of ultimate Hornbill choir competition, and also got the title of best uniform respectively and seven tone choir Kohima conductor was given the title of best conductor in the competition. The Chief Judges UHC James Shikiye Swu commanded regarding the choir competition and said that though ii is the first time the respond of the choir was very high, he said the participation it is the quality matter not in quantity, James stated that, the first ultimate hornbill choir competition was successful and it is expecting to have a yearly event and continue to go on even in the years to come. The special performance was presented by the Lighthouse Band and Symphony school of music in between the competition round 1and 2. (DIPR News)

He added that it is not about winning the game but need to maintain the spirit of sportsmanship. He also said that this Hornbill Snooker Championship a part is a part of Hornbill Festival 2013 and believe that it will be an annual feature. He also congratulate to the Club Area 51 for signifies of unity of Nagas. Altogether 39 participants were vying for the Snooker Championship. The 1st Hornbill Snooker Championship was organised by Club Area 51, in partnership with

State Government. This also supported by the department of Tourism, KSBA, powered by N.M. Cable, Eastern Mirror and Vodafone. This championship was featured as an event commemorating the 50 years Statehood celebration under the theme “Play Green”. The main purpose of hosting this championship is to provide an even platform for all Snooker and Billiard enthusiastic irrespective of age, gender, playing skills and to encourage and pro-

mote friendship and sportsmanship whilst enjoying the game of Snooker and Billiard. Club Area 51 was founded by likeminded individual of thirty founding members from various tribal backgrounds, professions and philosophical, affiliations have zeal and love for the game of Snooker and Billiard. The Champion would be awarded Rs. 50,000/-; runnersup Rs. 30,000/-; semi finalist Rs. 10,000/- each and highest break point Rs. 8000/-.The

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final would be on 9 December 2013. In the first match, the game plays between Hruvilou (13 years) who is the youngest player in the tournament and Filoka. The referee was Ato Nukhu and Point Counter was John Caterin. The programme was chaired by General Secretary, Club Area 51, Collin Zeliang, invocation was pronounced by Victor Pucho while the welcome address was delivered by President Club Area 51, Tolto Vizo. (DIPR News)

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Hornbill Masterchef competition enters 4th round

Hornbill Masterchef 4th round competition was held on 6th day Hornbill festival at Naga Heritage village, Kisama. Where the Masterchef of the Hornbill feast will be chosen based on the performance. The dishes prepared was on cooking Naga tribe Chang (Nyaknyulum festival). The Hornbill Masterchef competition is jointly organized by Synergy group enterprise and Niathu Administration which is supported by Nagaland Tourism department. Kigomchube Heraang was declared the dish of the day cooking the food of Chang tribe (Masu Phea). The judges for the event were Joel Basumatari, Senti Chang and Sentila T. Yanger.

Parikrama rocks Kohima

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With Parikrama in performance there is never a dull moment on 5th December 2013 too, when the Delhibased band came to perform at the Solidarity Park with their numbers like Vapour Eyes, But it Rained, Whisky Blues, the band enthralled the Kohima audience. Apart from playing originals, also played song from The Who and AC/DC. The request for the all time hit ‘But it Rained’ did not go unheard as the band performed the song twice, an acoustic version by Nitin Malik, the lead vocals and later towards the end of show with the full band. Parikrama is a rock and roll band from Delhi who has several live performances and original numbers to their name. The band was officially formed on June 17, 1991 in Delhi and has performed over 2500 concerts in India as well as International. Prarikarma performed as part of the ongoing Hornbill Festival. (DIPR News)

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Minister for tourism E.E. Pangteang, parliamentary secretary for CAWD Tohonba and other with winners of meat kicking competition. A meat kicking competition was held here today as part of the Hornbill festival of Nagaland. AC Melon (Garo) bagged the first position while Nuwabang (Sangtam) and Bhimsen Mech from Kachari stood second and third position respectively. Minister for tourism E.E. Pangteang gave away prize to the winners. (Morung Photo)

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Poacher turns conservationist

Hunter turned wildlife defender receives award

GuwAhATI, DECEMBER 6 (IANS): A poacher-turnedanimal-keeper working in the Manas National Park, located in the troubled Bodoland Territorial Areas Districts (BTAD) of Assam, has been selected for this year's prestigious Sanctuary Asia Wildlife Service Award. The animal-keeper, Maheshwar Basumatary, popularly known as Ontai, has been selected for the award for his contribution towards wildlife conservation in the BTAD of Assam. The award will be given to him at a function to be held Friday evening in Mumbai. Founded in 1981 by conservationist Bittu Sahgal, the Sanctuary Asia is a leading magazine on issues pertaining to conservation, wildlife, and ecology. It raises awareness among Indians of their

disappearing natural heritage. The magazine also sponsors the Sanctuary Wildlife Awards "Earth Heroes", a Sanctuary Asia initiative, that seeks to honour the extraordinary achievements of ordinary people. "Ontai, who has been working as an animal keeper with the International Fund for Animal Welfare-Wildlife Trust of India (IFAW-WTI)'s Greater Manas Conservation Project in the national park has been honoured with this year's prestigious Sanctuary Asia Wildlife Service Award," said a statement by the IFAW-WTI. Ontai, which means 'rock' in Bodo language, owing to his calm and resolute nature, Maheshwar is currently helping hand-rear orphan rhino calves as part of the IFAW-WTI's rehabilitation programme in the Manas National Park. "I was born in the BTAD region of Assam and had to grow up amidst political unrest that afflicted the whole

region early 2000 due to Bodo insurgency. I got married at an early age of 19 without any job in hand and soon after lost my way," said Ontai adding that he had to start helping the poachers as trackers in the Manas National Park. "Those were difficult times. I was married young, and had two children. My life fell apart when my wife left me after she got to know of what I was doing," said Ontai. With his life in shambles, he realised the gravity of the situation and decided to turn this misfortune to his advantage and changed the course of his life. He surrendered before the Bodoland administration in 2005 and began assisting the authorities in reviving the national park. He also assisted the forest department and worked with the Bodoland Forest Protection Force (a community-based organisation) in Manas, before joining the IFAW-WTI in 2009 to assist in the pioneering rehabilitation of a pair of orphaned clouded

leopard cubs as part of the Greater Manas Conservation Project. He was also featured in the Nat Geo documentary on the project, titled 'Return of the Clouded Leopards'. "Ontai represents the future of conservation in India. He is not merely a son of the soil, but is a defender of the wild. I congratulate him, his family and the IFAW-WTI for incubating such a strong pillar of support for the wildlife of the Greater Manas Landscape," Bittu Sahgal, founder and editor of the Sanctuary Asia magazine. "It is an honour for us to have amidst us individuals like Ontai," said Vivek Menon, executive director, WTI and regional director, South Asia, IFAW. "Ontai and many of our animal keepers come from a background of difficulties and yet, have taken to fiercely protect the natural heritage in their areas. Their zeal has not only helped us achieve a number of milestones, but has also given us the strength to keep striving for what we stand for

- to secure the natural heritage of India," Menon said. "Ontai was brought to us by our veterinarian Panjit Basumatary. Dealing with wildlife is a difficult job, and Ontai has been an invaluable asset to us in many ways than one. A multi-faceted individual, he is also an excellent photographer," said Bhaskar Choudhury, regional head northeast, IFAW-WTI. During the past eight years Ontai has assisted in wildlife conservation and also helped nab a number of poachers, seize illegal products, helped out with surveys of wildlife, among many others, Choudhury said. "I thank the Sanctuary Asia team for this honour. I feel extremely fortunate to receive this award, because I know there are many others like me who have turned to help wildlife. I also thank the IFAW-WTI, especially the Greater Manas conservation team, for their immense support and encouragement," said Ontai.

Two polling officials suspended in Mizoram Mkg and Sivasagar AIzAwl, DECEMBER 6 (PTI): Two ra was accused of telling voters who to polling officials who were on duty at the Re- vote for. There was difference of 16 votes meet for peace public Veng - I polling booth during the elec- polled in the electronic voting machine

SIvASAGAR, DECEMBER 6 (MExN): In a bid to propagate good neighbourly relations, Mokokchung Deputy Commissioner Murohu Chotso today visited Sivasagar and met S.S. Meenakshi Sundaram (IAS), Deputy Commissioner of Sivasagar district. A press release informed that Chotso explained to his counterpart the old age good neighbourly relations between the Ahoms and Nagas and also the traditional land holding systems of the land. He appealed his counterpart to humanely take decisions while dealing with issues in the said areas. Meanwhile, Sivasagar DC, who is newly posted in the area, lauded the information on the historical background between the neighbours. During the meet, activation of Border Peace Coordination Committees along Mokokchung-Sivasagar districts was also discussed. Er. Temsu Wathi Ao, Coordinator of BPCC (A-N) suggested to earmark capable persons with good standing from the bordering villages so the committee can carry forward the message of goodwill and coordinated living amongst the people in the border by initiating local peace committees. He also appealed to both the administrators to extend possible logistics to its committee members for conveyance etc in order to continue its peace mission. He stated that the members of BPCC(A-N) has been putting its best efforts in initiating peace for the past many years.

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on the demands of the UNC and for taking the process to political level,” it added. The 29th October, 2013 reminder for timely convening of the next round of tripartite talk and the 48 hours ban on vehicular traffic on National highways observed by the Naga people to protest against delay in holding the next round of talk have not elicited any response from the GoI till date, the UNC informed. It is also informed that Nagas should refrain from participating or associating with any festivals or mega events organised by the State Government on the pretext of which the political position of the Nagas in Manipur are being sought to be diluted. “While taking up democratic and legitimate agitations for protection of our rights over our land and resources, identity, history and traditional practice, there is every likelihood that the communal GoM may adopt repressive measures to suppress our voices and rights. In view of such situation, the Naga people are informed to remain alert and be in readiness to unitedly face any eventuality,” stated that UNC.

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SENAPATI, DECEMBER 6 (MExN): The United Naga Council has decided that the construction works on all National projects in Naga areas of Manipur, which was temporarily suspended on September 3, will be re-imposed indefinitely; should no positive response be received from the GoI within one week’s time. The 3rd Council Assembly of the United Naga Council (UNC) held at leibi Maring village, Tegnoupal SubDivision, Chamdil seriously viewed the indifference of the Government of India (GoI) to the democratic process of dialogue of the GoI, Government of Manipur (GoM) and the UNC on the demand for an alternative arrangement outside the GoM, pending settlement of the India Naga issue. A press note from the UNC stated that in spite of its assurance in the 6th round of talk held on 30th August, 2013 at Delhi to convene the 6th round of talk within 2 month’s time, the GoI has not done so nor responded with any communication in the matter. “GoI had also committed vide MHA letter dated 31/8/2013 its firm and sincere intention to end the stalemate

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TENDER NOTICE No:- FCI/DO-DMV/Gunny-obsol/Disposal/2012-13 Date 02.12.2013 Date & Time of receipt Tender: - 20.12.2013 up to 1pm Time of opening: - 2Pm on 20.12.2013 Terms and conditions for Tender of unserviceable gunnies lying at FSD Dimapur Under FCI, District Office, Dimapur. 1. The stocks/gunnies can be inspected by the prospective tenderer at godown from the delivery of stocks /gunnies will be given. 2. Rate should be quoted per 100 pcs. gunny bags. 3. The FCI should not give any guarantee to make any definite quantity of particulars quality of unserviceable gunny available to the buyer. 4. The FCI reserves the right to accept or reject without assigning any reason the highest or any offer. Acceptance or rejection of rate will be announced within one month from the date of auction. If being understood that the tender is being permitted to offer value in consideration of this agreement to the stipulation. 5. Each Tenderer shall accompany earnest money Rs.5000/- in the form of DD/pay order of any Nationalized bank in favour of FOOD CORPORATION OF INDIA payable at Dimapur. Outstation draft will not be accepted. 6. Tender will be opened at 2.00pm on 20.12.2013. 7. Successful tenderer will have to deposit the full value of the lots allotted to them within one week of acceptance of rate also with S/T and other taxes if any liable by the state Govt. 8. In the event of failure to complete the payment within the specified time, the same relating to such lots shall be cancelled and the earnest money in full shall be forfeited. FCI shall be entitle the goods or party thereof to the another party at the risk & cost of the original buyer and also to recover any loss suffered by as a result of such failure, any gain on, any resale as aforesaid shall occur to the FCI and the Buyer shall not have any claimed over it. 9. After completion of delivery of stocks/gunnies, if the stocks/gunnies will not be lifted within the validity period, the party will have to pays Rs.5.00 (Rupees five) only per bundle gunny bags per day as storage charge in favour of Area Manager, FCI, DO, Dimapur. 10. Delivery of such excess stores on payment of value therefore is compulsory. 11. Failing which the same shall be re-auctioned at the cost and responsibility of the Buyer concerned. 12. The rates shall be offered against each lot. All taxes and any other charge of any nature liable by any authority shall have to be paid extra along with the value of the total prie referred to. 13. The goods sold shall be removed by the buyer from the site of accumulation within 7 (Seven) days from the date of issue of the release/delivery order. Delivery will be given only during the working days on the presentation of the same release/ delivery order to be issued by the Area Manager, FCI, Dimapur. Agreement for transportation will be done by the buyer and he will not be entitled to claim any facility or assistance for transportation of any cost on this A/c from FCI. 14. Delivery of tender(s), the tenderer shall be submitted in doubled sealed cover the inner envelope Super scribed “ Tender No:- FCI/DO-DMV/GUNNY-OBSOL/Disposal/2012-13 dated 02.12.2013 for tender sale of unserviceable empty gunny bags” the other cover shall be addressed to the Area Manager, FOOD CORPORATION OF INDIA, Dimapur. Out station tenderers are advised to send their tenderes by Registered Post. 15. Opening of Tender :- the tenders will be opened in the office of the Area Manager, FCI,DO,Dimapur at the time and on the date indicated above. The tenderers will be at liberty to be presence either in person or through authorized representative at the time of opening tenders. 16. Corrupt Practices :- Any bridge, commission or advantage offer promise by on behalf of any officer or servant of the corporation shall (in addition to any original liability which the tenderers may incur) debar his tender from being consider canvassing on the part or on behalf of the tenderers will also make his tender liable to rejection. AREA MANAGER, FOOD CORPORATION OF INDIA, DISTRICT OFFICE, DIMAPUR, NAGALAND-797112

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New Delhi, December 6 (iANS): The government is likely to provide financial aid, including interest-free loans, and ease mandatory ethanol-blending norms to help cash-strapped sugar mills sustain their operation, Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar said Friday. A ministerial panel headed by Pawar recommended the financial help for the sugar mills. Talking to reporters after the ministerial group meeting, Pawar said the government wants to encourage production of raw sugar and would provide all necessary support for it. Other members of the informal group of ministers, set up recently by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, include Finance Minister P. Chidambaram, Petroleum Minister M. Veerappa Moily and Civil Aviation Minister Ajit Singh. Pawar said the panel has recommended interest-free loans for five years to help address financial problems of sugar mills. Besides the interest-free loans, the panel has recommended for other financial assistance also, Pawar said without elaborating.

birThday grEETings Dear Chisile Sephe Happy Birthday . May you have a long life and God bless you.

Officials during the inauguration of the Nagaland State Cooperative Bank Ltd., Kiphire branch new premises on December 4.

Kiphire December 6 (mexN): SDO (C) and officiating Deputy Commissioner, Kiphire, Dr. Tinojungshi Chang inaugurated a new branch premises of Nagaland State Cooperative Bank Ltd. on December 4 at Kiphire town. Speaking as the chief guest, Dr. Tinojunushi Chang expressed appreciation for the services extended by the bank to the people of the district for the last 30 years where the grass root people and rural masses could avail all types of banking facilities. He informed that the district administration is extending all possible help and support to the bank for smooth function-

ing. He appealed to the head of departments, church leaders, VDB Secretaries and public to park their surplus fund to enable the people of the district to avail all types of banking facilities. He also promised the bank officials for all possible assistance and support from the district administration especially for recovery of overdue loans. General Manager (Admn), NSCB Ltd, HO, Dimapur Imtilemba Longkumer welcomed the gathering. In his key note address, Imtilemba Longkumer expressed happiness to the district for their cooperation and support to the Bank. He informed that the NSCB is the

only local bank sponsored and financed by the Government of Nagaland where state Government has more than 75% of the stake share. He spoke in brief about different types of deposit schemes and loan products. He stated that the Kiphire branch was earning profit for the last 6 years and the net profit at the close of last financial year as on 31.3.13 was Rs.10.70 lakhs. He assured public for better services in the upgraded computerised branch in the new premises. He also expressed happiness to the house owner Shiola Sangtam wife of Late Yipokhyu Sangtam (Ex-minister) for the new premises.

White Washing Or Dust Painting few days back the Wokha sible). Town Council served a notifiAnyone passing through A cation to the shops in and around Wokha Town will be able to tell the town to white wash their respective shops in view of the Christmas season. It is indeed a good suggestion that Shops and buildings in the town will be looking better for at least couple of days, but at the same time I just want to post this straight away question to all the concerned so as to calculate practically. Due to extreme dust from the roads we’ve been buying daily water to dampen the roads (to settle the dust) since November. This is an honest confession that not even a single day goes without watering the highway where our shops are located. We are located at the heart of the town and the concerned should know that it is a cumbersome chore to keep our business comfortable (Buying water daily to keep our shops clean and free from dust; though not 100% pos-

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Dearest Apu May all of your dreams come true. And thanks for making us a part of your dreams. Happy Birthday.

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You have lived your life above all odds You have indeed walked such a long walk to freedom You have inspired the world beyond doubt that freedom is possible You have shown the path that reconciliation is possible indeed You have given the world the story of freedom and forgiveness You have taught the world that patience pays You have instilled the spirit of equality You have lived that extraordinary life of a true revolutionary You have revolutionized the world with the power of truth You have re-written the history of colonialism, oppression and subjugation You have made the oppressors felt sorry for their oppressive actions You have enlightened the world by freeing your people You have trod an unforgettable and most remarkable journey Far away from your body, I draw the strength to reflect on your life As you breath your last not in prison but in your freed home I salute you in my heart for the noble cause you have fought well Farewell! Madiba! The leader I deeply admire and honour.

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what it looks like when vehicles are in motion, sometimes it even looks like ‘A Helicopter landing in a village ground or in the desert’. If we paint our shops it will look clean with its brand new color just for few days only and then back to square one because of the dust. So I don’t see any point in spending extra money to paint our shops as we cannot control the dust, moreover the garbage bins along the streets have been lying unattended for months together where from the stinking treasures are littering the town. I don’t think that there is any point in even paying sanitation fees to the town council unless the office is serious in its duty. Remember the public are very patient not just ignorant.

You are more than a great Dad, you are an inspiration, a teacher and a friend. Thank you for always being there for us. Happy Birthday Daddy

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Speaker’s PA responds to NPCC

am constraint but to issue this rejoinder to the NPCC press statement that has been published in all the local dailies on 5th December, 2013. The fact of the matter is that Yona Konyak has applied for information which i understand has been furnished to him in good faith by the PIO of the Assembly Secretariat despite security risk to the Speaker and the Deputy Speaker. This has been brought to the public domain on two occasions by the NPCC. In this connection, I am given to understand that the Assembly Secretariat has written to the Chief Information Commissioner to verify the motives behind the collection of the information and the outcome of which is being awaited. Going through the nature of information sought by the RTI applicant, apart from the number of vehicles attached to the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, new vehicles purchased along with their prices, he specifically sought information pertaining to: i. Vehicle Registration number of all vehicles attached to the Speaker and Deputy Speaker. ii. Vehicle Registration number of all vehicles attached to the PS/PAs of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker. iii. Name of all drivers attached to the Speaker and Deputy Speaker. I feel that the above information sought by the applicant has some ulterior motives as it amounted to the security risk not only to the Speaker, Deputy Speaker but also even to the PS/PAs and drivers attached to them. Thepusayi Nienu PA to Speaker NLA

ACAUT reiterates on “One Government One Tax”

he Naharbari, Padumpukhuri, Darogapather and Purana Bazar village councils under East Dimapur are highly appreciated for their joint resolution not to pay tax to any NPGs under their jurisdiction as per the 31st October Public Resolution and are also congratulated for having formed a local ACAUT under their jurisdiction which is a most welcome step and the ACAUT asks every village/colony in Nagaland to emulate the same because unless One Government One Tax is a reality the Naga people shall continue to suffer. It takes great courage to take a stand and the Chairmen of the 4 village councils and their teams are looked upon with pride and gratitude by the people. Once again, the ACAUT is constrained to remind every citizen that as per the Public Awareness Rally resolution of

31st October, every individual who attended the rally is morally obligated not to pay tax in any form unless “One Government One Tax” is a reality. Also, every citizen is requested to abide by the same since the ACAUT represents the voice of every individual who yearns to be free from the present state of affairs. Moreover, as per the ACAUT resolution of 5th June, traders and business establishments especially in Dimapur are barred from paying any form of tax to any NPGs and any establishment doing so would make it impossible for the ACAUT to intervene on their behalf incase of any untoward incident. Therefore, despite the blaring headlines in the newspapers that so and so NPG has banned tax collections by its cadres from the market during the festive season, it’s clear that such are more of public image

exercises since more cadres are collecting more ‘taxes’ from the market, albeit without issuing receipts. Thus, there is no argument that most of the NPGs have lost control over their cadres. The only way to control this menace is for the district DCs and SPs to detain anti-social elements under NSA and for the government to transfer such detainees to Tihar Jail. In this regard, the SPs of Mokokchung and Mon districts are much appreciated for their bold stand against illegal collections by their men at the check gates. Indeed, the ACAUT requests every DCs and SPs to start implementing measures to reduce corruption at the gates and also to apprehend anti-social elements without fear of reprisals either from their political masters or the NPGs. Issued by the Media Cell, ACAUT

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LOCAL ‘Run for Peace – 2013’ Dimapur commuters voice out on roads SBI commemorates 50 years of The Morung Express

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): Deputy Speaker, Nagaland Legislative Assembly, Er. Levi Rengma unreservedly heaped praises on the State Bank of India (SBI) in the state for rendering its services in every nook and corner for the welfare of the people. “SBI can be called our friends because they are everywhere,” Er. Levi said during the closing ceremony of ‘Run for Peace – 2013’ organised by SBI Regional Business Office Dimapur at its office premises on Friday. The peace marathon was organised in commemoration of 50 years of statehood. Er. Levi likened SBI to a ‘friend waiting’ to serve the people of the state and lauded the Bank for its vision and taking active participation in the growth and development of the state. SBI had come to the state one year ahead of Na-

galand’s statehood. Impressed with the turnout of around 1500 participants for the marathon, he said the participation of youth in the growth of the state was necessary as they were going to be the leaders of tomorrow. For development to

take positive effect, Er. Levi said the people should equally participate and know their responsibilities. Guest of honour, Farooque Shahab, General Manager, SBI, LHO Guwahati said SBI was committed to the growth and development of the state and

its people. “Peace is the harbinger of prosperity .... It is the only battle worth fighting for,” he said. Shahab said that the huge number of participants in the ‘Run for Peace’ was an indication of the strong commitment and dedication of the people for bringing peace in Nagaland. Chief Guest, Er. Levi and other guests handed over prizes to winners of the peace marathon. The winners in male category included: First – Longshen Khiam, Second – Bishnu Sharma and Third – Alentangba. The winners in female category included: First – SH Kawirangliu, Second – Mongsen and Third – Pideno. The peace marathon started from State Stadium near DC Court Junction and finished at SBI RBO Super Market Dimapur. All the participants were given certificates.

moN, December 6 (mexN): Konyak Union (KU) has appealed all the political groups to let peace and harmony prevail during the auspicious Christmas season and shun any form of violence and killings among each other. During its pre Christmas celebration

held on December 5 at ADC Guest House, Mon, the Union urged for the occasion to be a reminder for all that “Nagaland is for the Christ and have no place for violence in negation to the tenet of the Christ teaching in the Bible.” A press release issued by the Union Joint Secretary

L Shahkai Konyak informed that the Konyak Union greeted its people a very happy and merry Christmas 2013 on the day. The union conveyed to its people that it’s a time for merry making and introspection and retrospection in life and renew one’s spirituality and faith in “our

savor Lord Jesus Christ”. The program was attended by various dignitaries including DC Mon, SP Mon, CO 33 Assam Rifles, ADCIO (SIB), Reverends, Pastors, Ex-Minister & MLAs, and officers apart from KU Advisory Board Members, the note said.

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): The much anticipated Miss Nagaland beauty pageant 2013 will be held on December 7 at State Academy Hall, Kohima at 5:00 pm with Parwez Dewan, IAS, Secretary to the Government of India, Ministry of Tourism, as the special guest and the reigning Miss Nagaland, Imlibenla Jamir as the guest of honour. Annually presented by the Beauty and Aesthetic Society of Nagaland, this year’s event will be co-sponsored by National Rural Health Mission, Government of Nagaland, which will also be sponsoring cash prizes for the first runner-up and all sub title holders, honorariums and incentives for the contestants. A total of 18 contestants representing several dis-

tricts of Nagaland, will be vying for the prestigious title, apart from which the event will be accommodating upcoming talents both in the form of songs and dances. The pageant has further been sponsored by a host of organizations including NEC Energy Private Limited, Kohima, Nagaland Timbers Association, Department of Forests, Ecology, Environment and Wildlife, Government of Nagaland, Nagaland Bamboo Mission, Symbios, World of Titans, Ektra, LG, Nokia, Reliance 3G as Telecom Partner, Hi-Tech Constructions, Nagaland Tourism, Public Health Engineering Department, Maruti Suzuki, Oriflame, Sami Direct, Juvalia & you, Avon, and ISSA respectively. It may be mentioned that Maruti Suzuki, which is one of the sponsors, is

the largest manufacturer of passenger cars in India and has revolutionized the automobile sector in the country. Nagaland Bamboo Mission will be playing its role by providing materials for the stage and Reliance as the telecom partner is also giving out tabs to all 3 winners as well as for 2 subtitles. Avon is sponsoring for the Miss Beautiful Skin, while there will be gift hampers from Oriflame, Juvalia & you, for all sub titles and the 3 winners, and Sami Direct will be giving out a special gift hamper for Miss Nagaland including cash. Titan will be sponsoring the Crown, while the Department of Forest is sponsoring the cash prize for the 2nd runner up and ISSA Saloon will be giving out gift vouchers for all 3 winners.

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): Parliamentary Secretary for Jail, Home Guards, VG, DB/GB, Kejong Chang has appealed the officials and employees of Civil Defence & Home Guards Department to extend their unstinted cooperation so as to enable him in taking the department to a higher level for the service of the people. Speaking at a commemoration programme of 50 years of Civil Defence in India and 25 years of Nagaland Home Guards cum 50 years of statehood at Central Training Institute, Toluvi on Friday, Kejong acknowledged the efficient service rendered by the employees in assisting state police and in times of disaster. He affirmed dedication to work for the department and asked the rank and file of

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Metha also announced the launch of ‘Bezalel’, the official brand of all Bamboo products to be marketed under the NBDA. The brand will market “high end bamboo products” manufactured by Nagaland artisans. Under the brand, NBDA will receive only a minimum royalty, whereas the profit will exclusively be given to the artisans. He also stated, “The NBDA is serious and enthusiastic about promoting bamboo.” To this, Tolto also highlighted that Bamboo has always been misconstrued as the “poor man’s timber” when in reality, it actually is “green gold”.

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Winners of ‘Run for Peace’ along with Deputy Speaker NLA, Er. Levi Rengma (third from left, last row) and other SBI officials. (Morung Photo)

Konyak Union appeals for peace during Christmas

Morung Express News Dimapur | December 6

A few weeks back, commuters in Dimapur collectively let out a sigh of relief at the sight of construction workers engrossed in the process of repairing Dimapur’s battered and bruised roads. Officious looking gentlemen, in high visibility jackets and hardhats (but surprisingly with no steel toe boots) were seen ove rl o o king this once in a year event with much gusto. Kohima meanwhile had already witnessed a hurried makeover, in view of the ongoing Hornbill Festival. In Dimapur, commuters and long suffering vehicles (in their own inanimate way) applauded the initiative, at first glance. However, the road works have also added to the traffic congestion. “With people gathering in Dimapur to shop for the festive season, the traffic has become even worse,” states a traffic policeman, while yelling at an autorickshaw travelling on the wrong side of the road. Kevi Shohe states, “It’s great that the authorities

have finally started works but I would like all the works to take place at night, if feasible.” Except for few places, repair works have led to vehicles lined up in many parts of the town. Kevi, who drives to work every day also questions the timing of the works. “This is an inconvenient time for construction works to have started,” he adds. A denizen of Dimapur, Imti Longchar opines that “most works involve just patching up potholes,” and that the roads would soon return to their former pathetic condition. “In the hurry to get the repairs completed soon, I fear that it will soon be back to the old back breaking rides in our vehicles.” Another resident of Dimapur, commenting on the ongoing road works states, “at least it’s a start, and I believe it’s about time.” “But how many starts have we had?” he questions. “Every year it’s the same thing. For two or three months we get relatively smooth roads during the festive season but the shoddy work becomes evident for the rest of the year,” he adds. “I really hope that this time the work is done well and in a professional manner.”

Dimapur road repairs: Suggestions to carry construction work at night

Miss Nagaland 2013 to be crowned today Kejong appeals to uplift Home Guards

On the sidelines of the ‘Hornbill Bamboo Carnival’ which was inaugurated today, team leader of Nagaland Bamboo Development Agency (NBDA), Khrienuo C. Metha today inaugurated “Chimono’, a bamboo structure erected for workers specializing in bamboo to exhibit and sell their products. The structure stands inside the Nagaland Bamboo Resource Centre, 6th Mile, Sovima, Dimapur. Formally launching the ‘Chimono’ symbol, which is a Rhizome stump, designed by Kijung Phom and Menuolhoulie Kire, the NBDA team leader stated, “I personally feel a deep sense of fulfillment today.” The NBDA team leader stated that working members of the NBDA after carrying out yearlong programmes on bamboo promotion in the State is seeing ‘great results and great potential’. “We are ready to take bamboo beyond from here on,” stated Khrienuo, with a sense of pride. She also highlighted that ‘Chimono’ stands at Nagaland Bamboo Resource Centre to let people come in and see what one can do with Bamboo. She also termed it as a humble beginning made by members of NBDA, who are striving for the welfare of the Bamboo workers. NBDA member, Tolto

programme held at Toluvi on December 6. (Morung Photo)

Home Guards to share their grievances with him so that he would take up the matter with the government. Kejong was appreciative of the efforts put in by the employees even as most of them were on adhoc basis. With the completion of 25 years, Kejong said it was time to retrospect their achievements thus far and at the same time to work towards what they could

achieve before the next jubilee. He later took salute from the four marching contingents. Kejong also inaugurated Model Display Room in the CTI premises. Messages from the President of India, union home minister, union home secretary, Director General of Natural Disaster Response Force & Civil Defence were read out during the programme.

power plant at PHQ Kohima Our Correspondent Kohima | December 6

Director General of Police (DGP) Nagaland Besesazo Kezo today formally commissioned a 20 KW Solar Power Plant at the Police Headquarters (PHQ), Kohima, in presence of the Director, New and Renewable Energy, Er. T.S.Angami. Addressing the gathering after the launch, Kezo expressed gratitude to the department of NRE for considering to install the much needed facility in the headTeam leader of Nagaland Bamboo Development Agency quarters. He said the PHQ re(NBDA), Khrienuo C. Metha and NBDA member, Tolto Metha quires around 100 KW unit, formally launching ‘Chimono’, a Bamboo structure at Bam- but said the 20 KW would also meet the basic need of boo Resource Centre, Dimapur, today. (Morung Photos)

Nagaland Chamber Choir performing during the North East Christmas Choir Festival at the NEZCC, Dimapur on December 6.

officiating Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur. The event was organized by Programme Production Centre (NE) Doordarshan, Guwahati in association with the NE-

ZCC, Dimapur. Nine choral troupes from Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim and Nagaland performed an array of musical pieces which en-

Dimapur

MEx FILE NSCN (IM) saddened by Mandela’s death Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): Expressing shock and sadness at the death of Nelson Mandela, NSCN (IM) today said, “Today the oppressed peoples have lost a saviour and a guiding star.” A press release issued by MIP, NSCN (IM) stated, “He was a symbol of liberator of the oppressed, champion of equality and humanity.” It acknowledged that Mandela’s life experiences will remain a source of eternal inspiration to the struggling oppressed peoples including the Nagas, while adding Mandela will always be remembered in the pages of life and pursuit of justice, reconciliation and peace. NSCN further extended deepest sorrows and condolences to the bereaved family and the people of South Africa.

KDCC emergency meeting today

Kohima, December 6 (mexN): The Kohima District Congress Committee has convened an emergency meeting on December 7, 1:00 pm at the residence of KV Pusa, former president NPCC. KDCC general secretary (Admn) Viseyienuo Keretsü in a press release has requested all the senior leaders, NPCC members, INC candidates, DCC office bearers, ACCC president, DYC president, Mahila president, NSUI president and Seva Dal Chief to attend the meeting.

AR arrests NNC (N/A) cadres

TueNsaNg, December 6 (mexN): 23 Assam Rifles apprehended three NNC (N/A) cadres on December 6 in Tuensang around 11:30 am. According to a press release issued by Tuensang Police, the cadres were identified as Yanchumong Chang (FIN Kilonser), Asola Yim (Kilonser Women Wing), and Chollen Chang. Extortion letter and stamp pad of NNC Non Accordist were recovered from their possession, the note said. All arrested persons were handed over to Tuensang Police and a case No. 30/013 U/S 120 (B) IPC R/W 7 NSR Act has been registered against them.

AR arrests one for possession of arms

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): Troops of 29 AR launched an operation in a house in general area of Sumi Baptist Church, Golaghat Road, here on the night of December 4 and apprehended James Chishi. According to a press release by the AR, during the search, one .22 Pistol (made in USA), 31 live rounds of .22mm, one live round 5.56mm, two telescopic sights Bushnell, 38 books of vehicle taxation slips of NSCN (IM) and a large quantity of weapon repairing tools were recovered from James Chishi. The apprehended person along with the recovered items were later handed over to the East Police Station, Dimapur, the note said.

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): An unidentified dead body of a male (non-local) about 30-35 years has been kept in the morgue of District Hospital Dimapur for identification. Any person having information about the identity of the person may contact OC east PS Dimapur at 03862-227607. This was informed in a press Parliamentary Secretary Kejong Chang speaking during the release issued by ASP/PRO Dimapur.

thralled the audience. The Governor, while inaugurating the event, described the north-east as “a treasure trove of music, dance, drama, songs and culture.” He expressed ad-

One Bolero recovered

Dimapur, Decemebr 6 (mexN): Personnel of the Special Branch on December 6 informed that they have recovered a grayish green color Blolero, bearing Engine Number GA94M80443 and Chassis Number MAIPS26AKA5460866. The owner of the vehicle has been asked to claim the vehicle with relevant documents from Special Branch Office, Dimapur.

Pre Christmas for handicapped in Dmp

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): Healing Ministry for Handicapped People is organizing pre Christmas special service on December 8, 11:00 am at Railway Station parking lot for the handicapped people. Therefore, the president of the Ministry has requested all the founding members, board members and registered members and “brothers and sisters in Christ” to attend the celebration.

the office. Saying that power is everything in modern civilization, he expressed gratitude for the facility and urged the officials and staff of the PHQ to use the power judiciously only for lighting purpose. To safe power and to follow strict maintenance, he cautioned the staff not to use the power for room heaters and running AC till it is upgraded to high KW in the days to come. Report on the commissioning of the plant was given by Director, New and Renewable Energy, Er.T.S.Angami. The pro- Union Secretary Parvez Dewan, Chief Secretary of Nagaland Alemtemshi Jamir, author Easterine Kire along with others. gramme was chaired by DIG Kohima, December 6 Nagas and the people of (HQ) Kewetso Mero. (mexN): In a rare gathering North East. this evening, Indian AdminChief Secretary Alemistrator, author and lyricist, temshi Jamir stated concern Parvez Dewan, IAS, who is on promoting the literature also the Secretary to the Gov- of the State while calling for a ernment of India, Ministry of better interface of local writmiration at how western Tourism, met with few pub- ers with the mainstream music, church choir, in par- lished Naga authors, upcom- India. He also proposed the ticular has blended with ing writers and journalists at idea of having an exclusive the existing traditional Hotel Cimorb to learn about book festival, which can forms of music in the re- the scenario of literature in provide platform for writgion. “The folk classical and Nagaland. He was accompa- ers from Nagaland to exhibit traditional forms of music nied by the Chief Secretary of their works, including those have been preserved; to Nagaland, Alemtemshi Jamir written on Nagas and Nagathese have been added the and additional director of land by others as well. Renown Naga poet, novchurch choir and modern Tourism, KT Thomas. During the informal elist and writer, Easterine western music.” While lauding the ef- gathering, the Union Secre- Kire was also present for the fort of All India Radio and tary expressed his admira- “Tea and Conversation with Doordarshan for promot- tion for the well known au- Indian administrator, auing the region’s folk tunes thor, Easterine Kire and her thor and lyricist, Parvez Deand dances, the Governor works while also stating his wan” organized by PenThrill fascination for Nagaland Publication House. Other said, “It is most appropriate and the whole North East published authors included that Christmas choir festi- India at large. He also gave a Agnes Tepa, Susan Waten, val is being organised in the brief highlight on Indpaedia and Vishü Rita Krocha, PhD month of December when (http://indpaedia.com/), a Scholar & aspiring writer Pethe Lord Jesus Christ was website he runs along with tevilie Chasie, DPRO Kohima born and the whole world few others, which has a wide Asangla Imsong, journalists is celebrating Christmas.” range of information on the and others.

North East Christmas Choir Festival held

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): Choral ensembles from the eight north-eastern states enthralled a small yet enthusiastic crowd during a Christmas themed show at the North East Zone Cultural Centre (NEZCC), Dimapur on Friday evening. Telecast live on Doordarshan, the setting for the event was just perfect with a scarlet sun setting and sepia came over the evening sky in Dimapur. Among the crowd was the Governor, Dr. Ashwani Kumar, who was accompanied by his wife; former Minister, I. Imkong; former DGP, O. Alem; the Superintendent of Police, and the

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Unidentified dead body

NBDA launches ‘Chimono’ and ‘Bezalel’ DGP commissions solar Dimapur | December 6

Saturday

Tea & conversation with Union Secretary Parvez Dewan

People, life, etc... Saturday | 7 december, 2013

Resisting Globalization, Asserting Self-Determination W e, the Indigenous

Peoplesof Mother Earth gathered here in Bali, Indonesia on 2-6 December 2013, organizing our own workshop and various events parallel to the World Trade Organization Ninth Ministerial Meeting (WTO MC9), hereby agreed to resist neoliberal globalization and assert our right to Self-Determination. As Indigenous Peoples of the land and the waters, we have a close relationship to Mother Earth and nature. This relationship tells us that life on Mother Earth is in danger and coming to a time of great transformation. We are accepting the responsibility as the guardians of the earth, which has been designated by our respective Original Instructions woven into our cosmovisions, cultures, languages, and ways of life. We are telling the trade ministers of the world governments that we must all work together to create a new paradigm in global trade instruments and economic systems that fully recognizes the vital life-giving cycles, well-being and territorial integrity of Mother Earth. We reaffirm our responsibilities to protect and defend our lands, water, territories, natural resources, culture and traditional knowledge, all of which are vital to the survival of all of humanity and for future generations. We will persevere in our struggle in reclaiming our inherent rights as Indigenous Peoples and for the well-being of Mother Earth. Until the right to self-determination of Indigenous Peoples and universal laws that recognize Mother Earth as a living being are observed and respected, genuine sustainable development will not be achieved. We share a common history of colonization and globalization.For centuries, we experienced the colonisation of our lands, territories, air, ice, oceans and waters, mountains and forests. Colonialism institutionalized the oppression and exploitation of Indigenous Peoples up to the current era of globalization, exacerbated by the neoliberal impositions of multilateral trade agreements implemented over six decades through the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), replaced by the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 1995. In its 9th Ministerial Conference, we believe that the WTO will only push for greater neoliberal policies on globalization, liberalization, privatization, deregulation, and denationalization that will consequently intensify the violation of our inherent rights as Indigenous Peoples and the multiple crises that humanity confronts today. Thus, with our common problems, aspirations and struggles, we resolved to strengthen our unity as Indigenous Peoples and link our struggles with various democratic sectors and organizations worldwide until our right to self-determination and liberation is achieved. The World Trade Organization and Violation of Indigenous Peoples’ Rights The WTO is the primary instrument of neoliberal globalization to further economic globalization especially in international trade. It aims to build a unitary system of trade relations of countries around the world governed by various agreements. WTO’s catchphrases of “borderless world”, “leveling the playing field” and “free market democracies”,

Activists shout slogans during a protest against the World Trade Organization meeting in Bali, Indonesia on December 3. Indonesia is hosting the World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference from December. 3 - 6. (AP Photo)

involves the removal of restrictions or so-called trade barriers that hinder greater corporate profit. While the WTO binds the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) to implement the neoliberal policies on trade of goods and services, the few capitalist countries on the other hand, protect their economies from these “free market” policies. Several WTO Ministerials, such as the Doha Development Round in 2001, collapsed due to continuing disagreements over subsidies on agricultural products, market access, and special safeguard mechanisms, and massive Peoples’ protests. In its 9th Ministerial Conference, the WTO will make decisions on any of the multilateral trade related agreements such as the Agreement on Agriculture (AoA), Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS), Trade Related Investment Measures (TRIMS), and General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS), and forge new multilateral agreements. The proposed agreement for the MC9 called the Bali Package will push for greater liberalization in agriculture, acceleration of LDCs in the WTO, and expedite trade facilitation through restructuring of GATT articles on imports-exports and trade costs. The Bali Package, along with postBali issues on International Technology Agreement (ITA) and Trade in Services Agreement (TISA), are labeled by developed countries as the solution to the stalled Doha Round to pursue intensified trade liberalization. Indigenous Peoples, especially future generations, will be extremely affected by these decisions and agreements. For over 6 six decades now, since colonization, neoliberal policies have intensified the sufferings of the Indigenous Peoples. Our lands, territories and natural resources have been exploited by unsustainable development projects, such as mono-cultural chemically intensive plantations, extractive industries such as mining, oil drilling, hydro projects and other environmentally destructive “renewable” energy projects. Trade and investment liberalization have

resulted in development aggression and plunder of our territories. We have been displaced from our Indigenous lands and territories. Our Indigenous knowledge, values and spirituality have been bastardized. And our rights to self-determination, to our own governance and own self-determined development have been violated. While defending our inherent and collective rights, we continue to suffer from militarization and State terrorism, including extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearance, assassination, arbitrary arrests, imprisonment, criminalization of community resistance, harassment and vilification as “terrorists.” All of this has happened for the sake of globalization, and is bound to worsen as the WTO imposes more agreements and policies. Our experiences show that the removal of tariffs and quantitative restrictions on import goods has led to the influx of foreign products in domestic markets. The AoA has unleashed agricultural liberalisation and imposed the importation of agricultural crops even if locally produced. It has forced many developing countries to favor transnational agricultural companies like Monsanto and compelled impoverished Indigenous Peoples to use high yielding varieties (HYV) seeds without being informed of the negative effects. The AoA pushes for commercial agricultural production, replacing traditional plant varieties with genetically altered species marketed by agriculture companies, and chemicalladen foods. The AoA eliminates the ability of Indigenous Peoples to produce culturally appropriate and sufficient food. Such trading system is detrimental to Indigenous Peoples’ food security, health and sustainability. It forces dependency to the capitalist market and weakens Indigenous Peoples’ ability to self-determined development and food sovereignty. The WTO demands reduction of subsidies on price support, while capitalist countries refuse to apply this in their own economies. This has damaged livelihoods resulting in bankruptcy of farmers

including Indigenous Peoples, as they are unable to compete with subsidized and cheaper imports from abroad. States worsen this situation by failing to protect Indigenous Peoples’ sources of livelihood and food, land and resources. Through our harmonious relations with nature as part of our spirituality, culture and beliefs, we maintain knowledge and practice of Indigenous medicines from medicinal plants and animals. We, however, are denied rights and control over our Indigenous medicines when these are taken over by big corporations as their intellectual property rights under WTO. Big pharmaceutical corporations race for patents to gain exclusive control for the production, marketing, distribution and sales of products derived from indigenous knowledge and practice. We are also alarmed that the WTO allows the patenting of life forms including extraction of genetic information under its TRIPS. These capitalist monsters treat Indigenous Peoples as valuable and vulnerable targets for medical research and experiments. Trade agreements on services have further marginalized and impoverished us, with very limited access to basic social and health services, a situation worsened by government neglect and discrimination. Our right to quality and affordable education and health is further violated by GATS which allows foreign corporations to own and operate educational and health institutions leading to profit-oriented and corporate owned services that are available only to the few who have the means to pay. Education is designed to meet the needs and interests of the multinational corporations and the advanced capitalist countries above the social values and needs of Indigenous communities and national development of poor countries. As a result, the youth and the next generations’ futures are bleak and the survival of our Indigenous knowledge is in peril. Globalisation has even destroyed our biological and cultural diversity, ecosystems, values and tra-

ditional knowledge that constitute our existence as humans and as Indigenous Peoples. It is the culprit of the climate crisis, which exacerbates the historical, political, and economic marginalisation of Indigenous Peoples. It puts Indigenous Peoples in a very vulnerable situation, notwithstanding the fact that Indigenous Peoples have contributed the least to the climate crisis. The dominant world capitalist system under which the WTO and similar trade agreements operate is the culprit to the multiple crises that humanity confronts today. The neoliberal policies of globalization, liberalization, deregulation, privatization and denationalization are the root causes of the protracted economic, financial, political, and climatic crises that have put Indigenous Peoples in more oppressive and exploitative conditions and the planet on the brink of destruction. The WTO MC9 in its Bali Package is hell-bent on pushing and imposing more new deals that would intensify our misery ten-fold, as it demands the acceleration of neoliberal globalization for more profit to the few ruling elite of the advanced capitalist countries and their transnational corporations above the interest of Indigenous Peoples, humanity and Mother Earth. Clearly, the WTO advances the neoliberal globalization framework and violates all the rights of Peoples, including Indigenous Peoples and Nations, to self-determination, life and liberty. The WTO is an instrument that serves the primary interest of the multinational corporations and the few advanced capitalist countries to the detriment of Indigenous Peoples worldwide, humanity, Mother Earth and all life. Ways Forward We will persevere in our struggle to gain selfdetermination and autonomy. Until our right to self-determination is respected, genuine sustainable development will not be achieved. We are united to oppose and reject the commodification, privatisation and plunder of nature, which

includes the green economy, false- or market-based solutions including biodiversity and conservations offsets that put profit above humanity and the planet. We are in solidarity to resist neoliberal globalization. We are united to fight for our rights to self-determination and assert the future we want. We declare to Junk WTO, oppose new deals, and push for an alternative trade agenda appropriate to Indigenous Peoples. We push for an alternative trade system appropriate for us. We do not just reject trade per se, but push for trade systems that respect and recognise our traditional economies and governance. We envision systems that promote solidarity, mutual cooperation and respect, based on the needs and development of our communities and empowerment of our people. We demand systems that underpin our inherent right to self-determination and our permanent sovereignty over our traditional lands, territories and resources, forests, water, and everything that sustains life for the future generations. We demand systems that reject, and call for the abolition of, all colonial, unequal, and neocolonial trade agreements such as the WTO and other similar trade agreements. We will continue to strengthen our ranks and further develop and mobilize the capacities of the young generations and women in advancing our struggles against neoliberal globalization and its instruments like the WTO until its removal. We will link our struggles not only with Indigenous Peoples worldwide, but also with other Peoples’ movements, democratic and marginalized sectors and civil society organisations (CSOs) that have common goals and aspirations with that of Indigenous Peoples. We join the worldwide movement to Junk WTO and reject Neoliberal Globalization. We commit to consolidate our efforts to engage the WTO and other multilateral, regional and bilateral trade syndicates/ agreements, and we strongly oppose agreements forged without our knowledge, participation, and consent. In our engagement to these trade

agreements, we shall bring to the forefront as main points of assertion our inherent right to selfdetermination, self-determined and sustainable development, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), the Alta Outcome Document and other declarations on our collective rights as Indigenous Peoples. We shall strive to achieve gains that go beyond the mechanisms and opportunities in the UN, and of the benevolence of States and governments. Like in other international fora, processes and mechanisms, we shall create our own spaces asserting our rights to lands, territories, and self-determination. We must take collective control of our natural resources based on the principles of people’s participation, gender equality, environmental and social justice, self-reliant and sustainable management systems and mindful of the needs of the whole of humanity while maintaining a deep respect, responsibility and recognition of the natural laws of Mother Earth and all creatures within. We must regain sovereignty over our lands and resources from multinational corporations and capitalist countries. We focus on building sustainable communities based on indigenous knowledge and peoples’ development, not on capitalist development. We must strive to promote and assert our sustainable ways of life, social and cultural values for the common good and the whole of society, collective interest over individual, service over profit, respect and care for nature and Mother Earth, including our viable solutions as opposed to false solutions to climate change. While we continue to unite as Indigenous Peoples worldwide, we also uphold the spirit of international solidarity with other sectors, organizations, activists and genuine advocates of our issues. This solidarity advances our global campaign for Indigenous Peoples’ rights to self-determination and liberation. Junk WTO! No New Deals! Our Immediate Demands As we conclude our

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workshop and events parallel to the WTO MC9, we state the following demands to the World Trade Organisation, the States and Corporations: We demand for focus on new economies based on the principles of living in harmony with nature and governed by the absolute limits and boundaries of ecological sustainability, the carrying capacities of Mother Earth, and in recognition of the Universal Declaration on the Rights of Mother Earth. We demand for a stop to the capitalism of nature. All economic frameworks and trade regimes that privatise and financialise the functions of nature through green economy initiatives must be halted. Mother Earth is the source of life which needs to be protected, not a resource to be exploited and commodified as a natural capital. We call for the halt of all policies controlling the reproductive capacity of Mother Earth through market-based mechanisms that allow for the quantification and commodification of the natural processes of Mother Earth being branded as ecosystem services. We demand for the respect of Indigenous Peoples’ collective rights, such as but not limited to their traditional lands, territories, resources, free prior informed consent (FPIC), self-determination, culture and identity, and traditional management systems as enshrined in the UNDRIP and other international standards in negotiations and agreements. All trade agreements on investments, programs and projects affecting our lands, territories, communities, culture and identity without our FPIC must be immediately revoked and cancelled. We demand for the repeal of all trade agreements affecting us without our meaningful, full and effective participation and FPIC. Likewise, we demand for Indigenous Peoples’ full and active participation in decision-making processes and discourses on trade and other matters affecting us at all levels. Our right to FPIC is fundamental, and thus we continue to assert that this must be respected. Nothing About Us, Without Us! We demand for the full recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ inherent and inalienable right to self-determination and permanent sovereignty over our lands, territories, resources, air, ice, oceans, waters, mountains and forests. We demand an end to the militarization of our communities, for States and corporations to be held accountable on human rights violations, and ensured justice to the victims and their families and communities who have experienced such atrocities. Likewise, States should provide concrete support, such as appropriate technologies and funds, to help us develop for ourselves our own self-determined and sustainable development models and methods. Stop the theft and patenting of our traditional seeds, medicines, traditional knowledge, and our identity. Stop the commodification of our sacred culture for megatourism projects and other big businesses. Stop the criminalization of community resistance and end the culture of impunity. Pull out State armed forces in Indigenous territories, and uphold the responsibility to provide basic social services to Indigenous communities. Affirmed this 3rd day of December 2013, in Bali, Indonesia

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Glamorous Victory Belles revive WW II era Associated Press

ecked out in 1940s throwback tailored dresses and perfectly coiffed curls, the Victory Belles seem delightfully out of place in the age of hiphop. They sing big-band classics at the National World War II Museum and flirt playfully with the audience, leaving bright red lipstick kisses on the smiling faces of America's aging war heroes. But these sexy, glam 20-somethings are not just singers in the tradition of wartime entertainers. They are a living museum exhibit about love songs in an era before texting and Skype, when saying goodbye meant you might not see a loved one for years — or maybe ever again. With the World War II generation rapidly dying out, their performances have taken on new meaning. "This music still makes me happy," said Forrest Villarrubia, who served as a Marine in the Philippines in 1944 and was celebrating his 88th birthday at the museum on Nov. 20. After the show, Villarrubia posed for photos with the Victory Belles. As they serenaded him with a soft rendition of "Happy Birthday" and applied red lipstick kisses to his cheeks, his face broke into a wide smile. For the museum, better known for its war machine exhibits than for big-band and boogie-woogie, the Victory Belles offer a different window into the culture of the era. "There were just so many beautiful love songs written

back in World War II," said Victoria Reed, the museum's entertainment director who founded the Victory Belles in 2009. "People really knew what it meant to miss each other. It was such a great time for music." "It feels silly sometimes, putting on the lashes and the makeup," said Cristina Perez, who joined the Belles this year, and like the other performers, spends nearly two hours achieving a period look in hair and makeup before each show. "Then you go out there and you see how these people connect, and the memories you bring back, and it's just so moving," Perez added. The troupe just wrapped up a "Spirit of America" show and is now performing "A Swingin' Christmas," which runs through the end of the year and includes a mix of war-era classics and holiday tunes. During their last "Spirit of America" performance on Nov. 20, the crowd clapped and sang along with the troupe to such war-era classics as "It's Been a Long, Long Time" and "As Time Goes By." Often they perform as a trio, a nod to the Andrews Sisters, who sang for the troops with Bob Hope and whose 1940s hits included "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy," ''Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree (With Anyone Else But Me)" and "I Can Dream, Can't I?" The sisters — LaVerne, Maxene and Patty — are deceased. Patty was the last to die, in January 2013 at age 94. The Andrews Sisters sold more than 75 million records, including many songs that kept spirits high

on the home front and in the war zones. Mandi Ridgdell, a Belle since 2010, said her grandfather had served in the Navy during the Korean conflict. He passed away in 2001, and it was her grandmother who encouraged her to audition for the Victory Belles by taping a newspaper clipping about the try-outs to Ridgdell's bedroom door, along with a note that read: "Your papa would have loved this." "The rest is history," said Ridgdell, a Gonzales, La., native who studied theater at Northwestern State University. "I can't imagine doing anything else. This is not my job anymore. It's who I am." The Victory Belles perform at the museum's Stage Door Canteen, a theater named after the armed forces recreational center created in New York during World War II where stars

such as Betty Davis and Rita Hayworth entertained. Elsewhere in the museum, exhibits mainly showcase war artifacts and memorabilia, from war planes and bombers suspended from pavilion ceilings to vintage photographs, uniforms, weapons, diaries, letters, medals and recorded testimonials from veterans. World War II veterans are on hand daily to greet visitors and share their war stories. The museum is in the midst of a years-long $320 million expansion that, when complete in 2016, will have quadrupled its size. It opened in 2000 as the National D-Day Museum. The facility was later designated by Congress as America's National World War II Museum and is operated as a nonprofit. Construction is underway on a new pavil-

ion that will house exhibits on campaigns in Europe and the Pacific. The first phase, titled the "Road to Berlin," is scheduled to open in November 2014. The Victory Belles travel the world, and have performed at USO shows in Hawaii, Guam and Japan. Ridgdell said she believes strongly in the enduring therapeutic qualities of the era's music. She performed this past summer for service members in Okinawa, where more than 120,000 Allied and Japanese troops died in ferocious combat as World War II neared its close in 1945. The crowd at Okinawa last summer included many 18- and 19-year-olds. "We didn't change anything about our show," said Ridgdell. "We sang 1940s music, and they loved everything about it."

Freedom of expression in Naga Context

Tekatila T Changkilari

or freedom and independence, the Nagas had fought against the forced occupationists in the land of the Nagas for more than eight decades and the outfit has been conducting political dialogue with the Government of India strenuously for fifteen long years by the NSCN leadership on behalf of the Nagas to clinch an honorable settlement from India. If such an agreement takes place, certainly Nagas will get respite from tortuous struggle. But when the political dialogue seemed to reach a logical conclusion, different Naga groups and individuals have raised alarms in the name of patriotism and in the name of freedom of expression. There are so many intellectuals, philosophers and journalists who are throwing mud and dirt into the expected conclusion of the talks.” This was how the NSCN-IM reacted to opinions voiced through newspapers in Nagaland. NSCN–IM said the freedom of expression cannot be misinterpreted. Freedom of expression is not unlimited. For the people whose political struggle continued for decades in bloody war with Indian army and later in inter-factional war, free expression of opinion resulted in the loss of lives. The Naga National Council (NNC) is considered by many as the sole legitimate forum to address the matter of a final solution on grounds of having initiated the plebiscite in 1951, have suffered due to the signing of the Shillong Accord of 1975 with the Government of India by some under the name of ‘underground organization’. The group of Naga presidential envoy on their return from China formed the NSCN in 1980 saying ‘freedom comes from the barrel of the gun’ in its socialist manifesto. NSCN has since then split into three factions. In this situation of political conflict between the Naga army, termed as rebels, undergrounds and secessionists by India and the mighty Indian army, and later further aggravated by inter factional war for territorial supremacy, political propaganda in writing kept being forced into local newspapers by the former. Media came under constant threat by these forces, which did not tolerate any opinion it considered anti-national. Intellectuals who stood for opposing principles and voiced their belief through newspapers and pamphlets

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were silenced by gun. Nagaland Minister of Roads and Bridges Kuzholuzo Azo Neinu stressed the need for media houses in the state to use the ‘freedom of expression’ in line with the democratic ideals and values and more importantly for the larger interest of the general public. He said that the danger comes when the constitutionally guaranteed freedom of Expression is being misused. Therefore he called upon the media professionals to exercise their wisdom while discharging their duties in the name of ‘Freedom of Expression’ and added that as the media personnel are the watchdog of the society their role should be based on the overall benefits of the citizens of the society. The NSCN-IM categorically let its voice heard that freedom of speech has its limitations. In another rejoinder, they even went to warn some writers that Naga political case “is a blood soaked case, so, they must be very careful in their write ups”. To charge our fellow Nagas with ‘high treason’ just because they have differences in opinion puts the future of the Nagas in a very complex situation. Even under the union of India, the Nagas do not enjoy equal freedom of speech like other Indians because of our quest for self-determination; and if the Naga revolutionary groups put further brakes on our freedom of speech and expression, then, the Nagas in near future literally have no freedom at all. Just as democracy without economic independence is only half-baked bread, there can be no such thigh as being half-free. Freedom should be absolute or nothing. Article 19 of the Constitution of India guarantees that everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; yet Clause (2) of Article 19 impose reasonable restrictions on the exercise of the right in the interests of the sovereignty and integrity of India, the security of the state, friendly relations with foreign states, public order, decency or morality, or in relation to contempt of court, defamation or incitement to an offence. Nagaland has gone through a painful and traumatic period. The wounds are yet to be healed. Expression of popular opinion and the free flow of ideas has been a casualty in our land. For more than a decade or so, public opinion has been suppressed through what can be

best described as ‘gun-culture’. The essence of democracy is freedom of speech and expression and this right was brutally suppressed by threats and intimidation. Unless there is free speech, other democratic rights cannot be defended. Due to this terrifying ‘gunculture’, the people of Nagaland remained mute spectators and helplessly watched all the negative developments taking place before their eyes in their own land. Freedom of Expression is not only expressing ourselves in public but having the assurance in our hearts that we will not be terrorized by anybody for expressing our views. In our society, only the rich and powerful men and women are able to exercise their right to freedom of speech and expression. This freedom is no longer a right for the ordinary Nagas. This freedom has become a luxury and this is the reason why the problems of the common public are not understood at all by the rich and powerful men in our society. Various factional parties and corrupt leaders have also paralyzed our right of freedom of speech and expression. It exists theoretically but realistically it does not exist. Even a small wisp of whisper is suppressed. The truth has become bitter for the Nagas. There has been a marginal change since those darkest days. In the changed political scenario, different shades of opinion are gradually and tentatively being expressed, although in a guarded and roundabout manner since the fear psychosis has still not disappeared. What needs to be emphasized is that enough time has been lost and it is now imperative that people should come out boldly to highlight the reality of the Naga political problem and fearlessly express their opinions and views. Silence is not a virtue when democratic rights are trampled upon. In a true democracy, the people are sovereign and any imposition of decisions on the people without their mandate would be a negation of democracy. This is the line that divides democracy from dictatorship. As the proverb says ‘No one was ever ruined by speaking the truth’. At such an important and critical stage of the Naga political process, the people of Nagaland who are the real stakeholders of the entire process cannot afford to remain silent anymore. But it is very

disappointing when the Nagas do not dare to speak out their minds for the fear of violent reprisal. The innocent Naga public have become like bonded labour who are at the beck and call of their masters. Even religious leaders are no exception to this sheer helplessness. But these days some non-governmental organizations like the ACAUT, an organization that goes against the heavy taxation of the undergrounds, has stood up and are now raising their voices to stop the heavy taxation that the undergrounds are imposing on the public. Poor voiceless public, so scared even to stand up for our rights. But ACAUT is standing up for us for a better future and so being a sensible person we should also support ACAUT. It has become a divine inspiration for the Nagas. It is slowly leading the Nagas to raise up their voices and freely express their views. The right to freedom of expression of the people cannot be suppressed. After all, the NSCN (IM) leadership itself has said that ultimately it will be the people who decide Nagaland’s future. And all shades of opinions have categorically asserted that lasting peace hinges on all warring groups speaking in one voice. Whatsoever regulation that stands in the way of the right to freedom of expression must be lifted up jointly by individuals and the public. The case in Nagaland demonstrates an optimistic picture that many not be possible in every conflict situations. However, the Naga case has shown that an organization which wielded so much power and fear have to ultimately give way to freedom of expression. This is not to mean that freedom of expression has without its limitations. A civilized and progressive society must stand united in support of freedom of expression. However, in voicing opinions, it is crucial that accuracy of facts is maintained and irresponsible observations that have the potential to mislead the minds of the people are not made. (Tekatila T Chagkilari, hailing from Changki village, is a student of Class XII studying in Jubilee Memorial School. This entry was adjudged the winning essay at the essay competition organized by the Mokokchung Press Club on the topic ‘Freedom of Expression in Naga context’.)

Corporate checklist for human rights Sudeep Chakravarti

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haven’t seen such a flurry of reports related to human rights and business in years; opportune flurry too. Chatham House in London, home of The Royal Institute of International Affairs is fresh from its excellent report, Conflict and Coexistence in the Extractive Industries (at www.chathamhouse.org). And fresh from the three-day UN Forum on Business and Human Rights that ended on 4 December in Geneva is my personal favourite: UN Global Compact’s A Business Reference Guide—United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People (at www.unglobalcompact.org). With India’s mess in the extractive sector and appalling record of dealing with its indigenous people, of adivasi and other tribal roots, both reports seem appropriate as required reference. The Chatham House report focuses on the creamy layer, as it were, focusing on the background and case studies of conflict and conflict resolution between businesses and governments. It foresees a rise in such conflicts, and uses the yardstick of international arbitration to make its case. “Between 2001 and 2010, arbitration cases for oil and gas increased more than tenfold compared with the previous decade, while those for mining increased nearly fourfold,” declares the report, underscoring the point that companies and governments “are always competitors when it comes to the distribution of mineral and hydrocarbon revenues and profits”. (Here I red-flag imminent escalation of similar conflict in several Northeastern states, particularly Nagaland and Manipur, over hydrocarbon exploration and benefits. More on this in future columns.) The report continues: “Not so long ago, experts suggested that the worst types of commercial dispute would become a thing of the past. But experience has proved otherwise: three recent expropriations (affectingRepsol in Argentina, Rio Tinto in Guinea and First Quantum Minerals in the Democratic Republic of the Congo) have cost investors some $13 billion.” In a section that discusses ways of travelling from conflict to coexistence, the Chatham House document suggests a series of mechanisms from improving what it calls “terms of engagement” and standards of governance, to “planning together for the long-term”—business and government, that is. While in this report the communities affected by actions and conflicts between government and business are kept at a lofty remove, UN Global Compact’s document em-

braces them. It urges businesses to take “fundamental actions” on their own and wherever applicable, in partnership with state and central governments to respect the rights of indigenous people. (My cussed radar pings Nagaland, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Goa …) UN Global Compact, which describes itself as the “largest corporate responsibility initiative in the world”, lists several must-do actions as necessary approaches to responsible—and sensible—business. I quote a few of these for your corporate governance, corporate social responsibility and project implementation checklist: * Adopt and implement a formal policy (whether on a stand-alone basis or within a broader human rights policy) addressing indigenous people’s rights and committing the business to respect indigenous people’s rights. * Conduct human rights due diligence to assess actual or potential adverse impacts on indigenous people’s rights, integrate findings and take action, track and communicate externally on performance. * Consult in good faith with indigenous people in relation to all matters that may affect them or their rights. * Commit to obtain (and maintain) the free, prior and informed consent of indigenous people for projects that affect their rights. * Establish or cooperate through legitimate processes to remediate any adverse impacts on indigenous people’s rights. * Establish or cooperate with an effective and culturally appropriate grievance mechanism. It is of course helpful, as the UN Global Compact document suggests, for businesses to embark on such actions only after direct and meaningful interaction with such communities, instead of succumbing to the fatal attraction of deciding everything inhouse. Examples of not doing so or, at least consulting only those in government, are legion in India. Equally, businesses should, as part of their due diligence and impact assessment modules, incorporate a project’s influence on a community’s “cultural”, “heritage”, “environmental”, and “human rights” aspects. This is an elaboration of the checklist. “For example, when conducting environmental impact assessments,” the UN Global Compact report elaborates, “business should strive to understand not only actual and potential adverse impact on the environment, but also indigenous people’s spiritual values and their particular conceptions of land, territories and resources.”

Mandela’s India Connection

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andela, a follower of Mahatma Gandhi’s teachings, first visited India in 1990, only a few months after being released from jail where he was held for more than 25 years for leading the antiapartheid movement in South Africa. India was his first destination abroad after spending over a quarter of a century behind bars. In 1990, as a member of the African National Congress, a South African political party, Mandela visited India, where he received the “Bharat Ratna,” the country’s highest civilian award. Mandela, who received the award for his contribution to public affairs, is the first non-Indian to have received the award. The same year, to commemorate Mandela’s release from jail, a residential street in the southern Indian city of Kochi in Kerala was named after the South African leader. Later, however, the name was changed to “Temple Road.” New Delhi also has a road, pictured, named after Mandela. The South Delhi road is home to upscale residential colonies and multiplexes. In 1995, Mandela visited India as the first black president of South Africa. According to news reports from the time, talks between Mandela and the then Indian Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao focused on trade and defense. In a speech, Mandela described his four-day trip to India as “a homecoming.” In 1998, then Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, met Mandela at the 12thNon-Aligned Movement Summit in Durban in South Africa. In 2001, the Indian government awarded Mandela the Gandhi Peace Price for his “exemplary work for promotion of peace and non-violence.” Mandela on several occasions claimed to have been influenced by Gandhi’s ideals and principles. “I could never reach the standard of morality, simplicity and love for the poor set by the Mahatma,” Mandela said in a speech in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad in 1995. “While Gandhi was a human without weaknesses, I am a man of many weaknesses,” he added. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, then Indian president, visited South Africa for four days in 2004. During his trip, he visited the cell where Mandela had been imprisoned. The Indian leader later described it as the “best part of his visit to South Africa.” Pratibha Patil, then Indian president, also visited the cell where Mandela was held during a visit to South Africa last year. In the visitors book of Robben Island, where the cell is located, she described it as a “place of pilgrimage.” Those held in the jail will always “inspire the youth of today and future generations for preserving freedom and justice,” she wrote. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh first met Mandela at Johannesburgbased Nelson Mandela Foundation in October 2006. After their meeting, Singh was quoted by the South African press as saying that Mandela is the “greatest living Gandhian.” In September, Singh attended the first IndiaBrazil-South Africa Dialogue Forum with Mandela in Johannesburg.

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5-day state mourning in India as a mark of respect to Nelson Mandela NEW DELHI/JOHANNESBURG, DEcEmBER 6 (PTI): The government on Friday announced a five-day state mourning as a mark of respect to Nelson Mandela. A decision to this effect was taken at a special meeting of the Union Cabinet, which condoled the death of the antiapartheid icon. "Mandela was the tallest leader of not only his generation but possibly this entire paradigm. The role that he personally played in dismantling the apartheid is something exemplary," information and broadcasting minister Manish Tewari said after the meeting. A prisoner of conscience for over 20 years, the South African leader played an extremely vital role in giving a moral leadership to the world, he said. "The entire nation is one with the South African people in condoling his sad demise. "The Cabinet met today and passed a resolution condoling the death of Dr Nelson Mandela and it has been decided that there would be five days' state mourning...," he said. A global symbol of resistance who liberated South Africa from much-despised apartheid regime and served as its first black president, Nelson Mandela died at his home in Johannesburg on Thursday after battling a protracted illness.

SC agrees to hear CBI plea against Gauhati HC order

NEW DELHI, DEcEmBER 6 (PTI): The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear CBI’s plea challenging the Gauhati high court order declaring the agency as “unconstitutional”. A bench headed by Chief Justice P Sathasivam issued notice on CBI’s plea to the petitioner on whose plea the high court had delivered the verdict and asked him to file his response within four weeks. The bench tagged the petition along with a plea which was earlier filed by department of personnel and training (DoPT) challenging the November 6 verdict of the high court. The apex court had earlier on November 9 stayed the operation of Gauhati high court verdict declaring the agency as “unconstitutional”, saying accused in “sensational cases” have sought halting of criminal proceedings based on that judgement. An urgent petition was filed by the DoPT, the nodal ministry for CBI, before a bench headed by the CJI which had heard the appeal at an extraordinary hearing at his residence. The bench had rejected objections raised by the counsel for Navendra Kumar, on whose petition the high court had passed the verdict, that DoPT was not authorised to file the Special Leave Petition as it was not a party in the high court. It had also rejected the arguments of Kumar’s counsel that the Centre’s plea was a “collusive petition” as, instead of the CBI and the Ministry of Home Affairs, it has been filed by the DoPT which was not a party in the high court. A division bench of Gauhati high court had on November 6 quashed the April 1, 1963 resolution constituting CBI under the Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE) Act, 1946 and declared all its actions unconstitutional. It had passed the verdict on a writ petition filed by Kumar challenging an order by a single judge of the high court in 2007 on the resolution through which CBI was set up. The bench had earlier said that DoPT was an appropriate department and the CBI will file a separate appeal while taking note of attorney general G E Vahanvati’s submission that CBI and the ministry of home will file their separate appeals. The attorney general, while questioning the finding of the high court, had said the judgement was based on wrong questions and presumptions that led to a wrong conclusion. The attorney general had said the reasoning given by the high court is unacceptable. It was a total misunderstanding of the principle of administrative law, he had said. He had said the high court’s reasoning that the DSPE Act is not applicable to the CBI is a “convoluted logic”. Vahanvati had said thousands of cases are pending. “I am told there are 9,000 cases pending and there are 6,000 people in the CBI.” The high court order had virtually crippled the agency from performing its investigating and prosecuting functions in thousands of cases across the country.

‘Anti-communal violence bill not a vote-catching gimmick’

NEW DELHI, DEcEmBER 6 (IANS): The bill to prevent communal violence is not a vote-catching gimmick and will help control aberrations that occur during outbreaks, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Friday. "It is not a vote-catching gimmick. I think, in the last five or six years we have been grappling with the problems of communal riots in some or the other part of the country," Manmohan Singh said during an interactive session at the HT Leadership Summit while replying to a question on the government's proposal to introduce the bill. The prime minister's response came a day after Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi wrote a letter in which he described the bill "as a recipe for disaster". The letter, written to the prime minister, was released by the BJP Thursday. The government intends to introduce the revised bill in the winter session of parliament despite BJP's strong opposition. Several state chief ministers have voiced their strong opposition to the bill, saying it would be destructive to the federal structure of the constitution. The prime minister said the government wants to create an environment of greater accountability to prevent communal conflagrations. "Our effort has been to create an environment where officials would have the responsibility to look after the law and order situation as effectively as is humanly possible," he said. The prime minister said that if riots cannot be prevented, there should be adequate compensation for the victims. "So, I think these are two basic principles which underline the purpose of the communal violence bill. I think it is a bill whose time has come," Manmohan Singh said. "What happened in Muzaffarnagar and some other parts of our country is a reminder that although as a country we can take pride in our ability to protect all the people of our country, yet there are times when aberrations take place," he said. "This bill, if it is passed by the parliament, will help control those aberrations," he added. Modi had said that the bill is "ill-conceived, poorly drafted and a recipe for disaster" and had urged the prime minister to seek wider consultation with the states and various stakeholders before proceeding further on the legislation. Home Ministry officials said the revised bill will address apprehensions of opposition parties about the bill.

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BRIEF BUD silver jubilee on Dec 13 Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): Bhumnyu Union Dimapur (BUD) is celebrating its silver jubilee on December 13, 2013, at its treasurer’s residence at Burma Camp, Dimapur. In this connection, BUD has requested all the Head of Departments in Dimapur to give restricted holidays to all Bhumnyu villagers under their establishments in order to enable them to attend the silver jubilee celebration. The chief guest in the celebration will be H Yanger Phom, SDO, DUDA, said BUD president in a press release. BUD also requested all its members to attend the celebration.

Business Advisory Committee meeting held

Kohima, December 6 (Dipr): The Secretary Nagaland Legislative Assembly, A.E. Lotha has in a press release informed that the Business Advisory Committee under the Chairmanship of Chotisuh Sazo, Speaker, Nagaland Legislative Assembly held its meeting on December 4 at 11:30 a.m. in the Assembly Committee Room and finalized the Provisional Programme for the Third Session of the Twelfth Nagaland Legislative Assembly and decided to have a one day session on December 17 (Tuesday). The Provisional Programme for the Session included Obituary References, Questions, Introduction of Government Bills, Introduction of Government Resolutions, Laying of Reports/Papers/Rules, Presentation of Assembly Committee Reports, Consideration and Passing of Government Bills, Adoption of Government Resolutions, Unfinished Business if any and Adjournment of the Session Sine-die.

Cleanliness drive in Jalukie

JaluKie, December 6 (mexN): Initiated by the Traders’ Union Jalukie town, the church and the administration, conducted a cleanliness drive in Jalukie. “Clean surrounding impacts our moral and spiritual lives as cleanliness is next to godliness”, Mongzeung Mpom, Pastor, Jalukie town local Baptist church stated in a press release. SDO civil, who was personally initiating along with officers, GBs, medical fraternity and public leaders appreciated the yeoman job. “This is a facelift for the festive season gearing up at par with growing and thriving towns of the state,” the note said. Public leaders have appealed the police department to remain vigil so that the festive decors are protected.

IRCS Mkg receives award

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) Mokokchung District Branch was awarded a Certificate of Commendation in recognition of outstanding contributions and most dedicated services rendered towards the people of Mokokchung district by the District Administration on the occasion of Golden Jubilee of Statehood on December 1, 2013. The certificate was handed over to IRCS Mokokchung District Branch by Murohu Chotso, Deputy Commissioner, Mokokchung district. This was informed in a press note issued by Zakie Kire, General Secretary, IRCS Nagaland.

LLRPO meeting

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): Lotha Lower Range Public Organization (LLRPO) with its office bearers, executives, advisors, search committee members, elders and well wishers from Lotha lower range will have an emergency meeting at the Center for Community Transformation on December 14, 11:00 am at Walford Colony here to discuss issues regarding LLRPO and others. Therefore, all concerned have been informed to attend the meeting without fail.

Dimapur mission agencies fellowship meeting

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): All the mission agencies/organizations operating in Dimapur are informed that the next meeting will be held at United College of Theology and Mission (UCTM) former MRC, 5th mile at 2 PM on December 12. All the Mission Organizations and Agencies committed to Christ centered objectives have been requested to come and join the fellowship. Convener Rev. Amos Humtsoe in a press release also requested all concerned to bring one page write up of their organization. For further communication, contact Rev. Amos Humtsoe: 9402642538, Rev. Dr. P. Dozo: 9436017225 and Yicto Choppy: 9436072058- or amos_ humtsoe@rediffmail.com. Members have been asked to confirm their participation through the given numbers.

ENPUD emergency meet

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): All executive members of Eastern Naga Peoples’ Union Dimapur (ENPUD) and tribe presidents under ENPUD are informed that an emergency meeting of ENPUD has been convened on December 8, 2013, at 2:00 pm at the residence of ENPUD treasurer. Therefore, all members have been requested to attend the meeting without fail.

Phek DCC meeting postponed to Dec 17

pheK, December 6 (mexN): The Phek District Congress Committee (PDCC) joint meeting of DCC officials, executive members, frontal chiefs, ACCC presidents, PCC members and office bearers, former ministers and MLAs from Phek district has been postponed to December 17, 10:30 am at Chizami New Town due to unavoidable circumstances. All members concerned have been requested to take note and attend the meeting positively. This was informed in a press release issued by DCC Phek, general secretary (Admn) Pfuche Koza.

Lotha Baptist Church Mkg celebrates 50 years

moKoKchuNg, December 6 (mexN): Fifty years ‘Golden Jubilee’ of Lotha Baptist Church, Mokokchung was celebrated on December 3 and 4 at Mokokchung town under the Theme: Nte vachithaka (John 8:32). The Jubilee started with the dedication of the Jubilee memorial stone on the first day at 3:00 pm by Rev. Dr. E. Nrio Ezung, Executive Secretary, KBES, Vankosung, Wokha. During the two day celebration, the main speakers- Rev. Dr.E. Nrio Ezung, Rev. Dr. Ezamo Murry, ETC, Jorhat and Rev. Rhyutsemo Ngullie, Pastor, Tsungiki dwelt on different aspects of the theme. LBCM Pastor, W. Khonimo Odyuo in a press release has acknowledged all concerned for their tireless contribution towards the success of the Jubilee.

9 Fight continues to stop violence against women Saturday

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Jalukie Fortnight observation on elimination of violence against women was held at Jalukie Town, Zeliangrong Baudi Hall on December 4, organised by Zeliangrong Mipui (Women) Organisation, Peren District, and sponsored by Nagaland State Commission for Women. SDO Cilvil Jalukie Imsong Meren exhorted the participants that they should put in practice whatever they learn. He shared his message referring to

book of Psalm 193:14, adding God created women wonderfully and beautifully. He also recounted the saying, “If you educate a man you educate an individual, but if you educate a woma n you educate a family (nation).” The resource person Inchang, Advocate spoke on the topic “Statutory Rights of Women”, Protection of Women from domestic Violence Act, Rape in the Indian Cade under section 375, know your rights (in case

of arrest ). More than two hundred women attended the programme. Earlier, Tasiliu, Joint Secretary ZMO, chaired the programme and Igumpeule, Women Leader, Jalukie Town Local Baptist Church pronounced invocation prayer. Special song was presented by Samziuram Village, Women Society. Vote of thank was delivered by Zaisi Ramlia Secretary ZMO.

Kohima, December 6 (mexN): A team of plastic surgeons from Shija Hospitals, Imphal will be available for free cleft lip and palate surgery at Oking Hospital & Research Clinic (P) Ltd., Kohima from December 11 to 13, 2013, as part of the 18th phase of Smile Train Shija Cleft Project – Mission Nagaland. A press release informed that Mission Nagaland project is a joint ini-

tiative of Smile Train Shija Cleft Project, Oking Hospital & Research Clinic (P) Ltd., Kohima, Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) Nagaland and Explore Nagaland. The note stated Smile Train Shija Cleft Project is an endeavor towards rendering new smile, new hope and new life to all the cleft lip and cleft palate patients by rendering absolutely free of cost corrective surgery. Sarva Shiksha Ab-

hiyan – Nagaland has been supporting the project by sponsoring travelling and food allowances to the cleft lip and palate patients who are in the age group of 6 to 18 years, it said. Till date, 184 cleft patients from Nagaland have availed the free corrective surgical treatment under the project. Therefore, all the social workers, church leaders and teachers have been requested to extend

Kohima, December 6 (mexN): Directorate of Women Development organized a farewell programme for its outgoing Joint Director Chubathung Odyuo on December 3, 2013 at the Directorate’s conference hall. Chairing the programme, Neilavou Keditsu, Director described Odyuo as “pro-active, hardworking, efficient and gifted officer, who was more like fatherly/brotherly figure in the department.” While wishing the very best in his retired life, she urged upon all the staff to emulate his good steps.

T. Haralu, Additional Director, speaking on behalf of the Directorate paid rich appreciation to the outgoing officer. Recalling Odyuo’s motto “work is worship”, he described him as ‘the bulldozer of the department’- a dedicated officer who is a real doer. Reminiscing their glorious days in social welfare department, Haralu also serenaded Odyuo the famous Bob Zimmerman song “Forever Young”. Meanwhile, Odyuo thanked God for retiring in good health and in good time. While extending immense gratitude to director, officers and staff, for

organizing such a wonderful programme, he said, the love and concern shown to him would never be forgotten. He added “When you do something good for society, at the time of your suffering/humiliation, it gives you encouragement/ happiness.” Quoting Swami Vivekananda’s famous quote “Service to mankind is service to God,” he urged upon the staff to adhere to it and work like one small family. It may be mentioned that Chubathung Odyuo joined Government service in 1978. He joined Social welfare Department in 1984 as Supervisor. In 2005, he be-

Phek Commemorating the fortnight observation on elimination of violence against women under the aegis of Nagaland State Commission for Women, a one-day programme based

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on the theme “From peace in the home to peace in the world” was held at Clock Tower Phek on December 4 with Rev. DN Soho, President Chakhesang Baptist Church Council (CBCC) as the main speaker. Speaking on the theme, he declared that “violence starts at home due to lack of proper guidance and negligence of education.” Rev. Soho also stated most violence occur during festive season like Christmas and New Year where people enjoy physically and not spiritually. Citing Bible verse Galatian 3:28, which declared women as equal to men, Rev. Soho said the birth of Jesus Christ paved the way

Free cleft and palate surgery in Kohima from Dec 11 kind cooperation and support in disseminating the information for the forthcoming surgery camp to be held in Kohima. For further information and advance registration, contact: Oking Hospital & Research Clinic (P) Ltd., Kohima – (0370) 2243339, 9089264984; Explore Nagaland - David Angami at 9774039490; SSA, Nagaland - Tali Jamir at 9436604822.

Directorate of Women Development bids adieu to Jt director

NEN to mark International Human Rights Day

Kohima, December 6 (mexN): To mark the International Human Rights Day and also the concluding day of the 16 days of International Campaign Protesting Violence Against Women and Girls (November 25-December 10), NEN Nagaland is organizing an awareness raising event on the theme ‘Women’s Rights are Human Rights’ at Chizami village, Phek district on December 10 from 10:00 am onwards. Dr. Temsula Ao, Chairperson, Nagaland State Commission for Women and Vechisalu Nukhu, President, Chakhesang Women Welfare Society will be the speakers at the event. Posters on the theme ‘Women’s rights are Human Rights’, developed by young people from Chizami and Enhulumi will be exhibited at the event. Programme Manager Wekoweu Tsuhah (Akole) in a press release stated that the event will bring together around 500 persons comprising community leaders including men, women organisations, women farmers and weavers, etc from Chizami and neighboring villages.

AIHER celebrates Pre-Christmas cum farewell

A press release stated that Bobi, Asst. Prof of English department delivered a short sharing on the significance of Christmas, in which she said, “Christmas is a time to revive our spiritual life and ponder on the love of God for mankind to rebuilt intimacy with the redeemer who give us joy and dispel darkness from our life.”

Kaholi Piketo Achumi, Chairperson AIHER, encouraged the students on need to prepare to face the world of competition and challenge to which they will be thrown to in a few months time. Thansing Zingkhai, BA 3rd year Eng (Hons) student acknowledged the impact Lt. Dr. Piketo Achumi founder of AIHER made upon his life and thanked the lecturers who were not only there to impart the curriculum but also prayer for them in times of their ill health and en-

couraged them in every aspect of their lives. In his short speech, he mentioned that although the college has very scanty enrollment, it was the quality of education that mattered and expressed content that he made the right decision by coming to the college. Other outgoing students also encouraged their juniors and advised them to discard the faults of the seniors but, learn and accept from the good things what they have taught.

pereN, December 6 (Dipr): The District Planning & Development Board meeting of Peren district was held on December 6 under the chairmanship of Smita Sarangi (IAS), ADC headquarters at DC’s conference hall, Peren. The meeting began with review of the last DPDB meeting. Clearance of office premises and quarters at the new district headquarter was deliberated and approved that department concerned take necessary action at the earliest. The board also deliberated on the issue of power service

connection to new offices and quarters as power facilities was already made available. Meanwhile, proposal for LT Line extension to ISDT, Peren College, Polytechnic areas and places where LT Line is required to be extended was deliberated and approved for onward submission. The board also approved grant in aid to Chuangphui Memorial School and application for bus permit from Peren to Dimapur. Earlier EE, PHED also informed the Board that due to some technical problems with the villagers for sign-

ing of MoU regarding taking water from the sources, the water supply facility could not be initiated. The Board has entrusted the administration to take necessary action. DPO Peren, Daniel Hemang informed the Board about the Prime Minister 20 point programme for implementation of the programme in the district as and when guidelines were received. Three new members were introduced to the Board, namely Keviletuo Nisa, EAC headquarter; Dr. Ben Meren Jamir, DVO Peren and Isile, Station Superintendent NST.

Dimapur, December 6 (mexN): Asian Institute of Higher Education and Research (AIHER) 6th mile Sovima, Dimapur celebrated Pre-Christmas cum farewell.

Peren DPDB discusses clearance of office at new district hq

came the Assistant Director in the newly created Women Development Department. Subsequently, he was promoted to Deputy Director in 2007 and to Joint Director in 2011, by sheer hard work, dedication and efficiency, a press note stated. Earlier, invocation was pronounced by Zhutovi, Office Superintendent. Short speeches were delivered on behalf of the ministerial staff by Hokato, Assistant Office Superintendent, on behalf of Secretariat staff by Mhalo, Under Secretary, and also by Tongli Wangsha former Chairperson, NSSWB.

that women are equal to men in every field of life. He challenged the gathering to work voluntarily for the uplift of peace in our society. ZaposheluVenuh, President Chakhesang Mothers’ Association (CMA), chaired the programme and Moze Nyekha proposed the invocation and Neichülo-u, Headmistress GHS Phek Village exhorted the gathering. Women leaders from different churches, Phek Town Chambers of Commerce, NGOs attended the programme.

Zunheboto The forth night observation on elimination of violence against women was held on December 5 at Centre Point, Zunheboto. The programme was organised by Sumi Totimi Hoho and sponsored by Nagaland State Commission for Women. Short speeches were made by SDO(C) Kikumsangla, President SKK Holuvi and Advocate Akato Yeptho. Keynote address was delivered by STH President Kitoli Naje and Secretary STH Kotoli Chishi chaired the programme. Meanwhile, fe-

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male voice ZTSBC presented special number and SBCZ Associate Pastor Kaheli said the invocation prayer. The programme concluded with mass prayer. tuensang: In Tuensang, the fortnight observation of elimination of violence against women was held on December 3 at Chang Khulei Setshang conference hall, Tuensang town, chaired by C. Anti Chang, Gen/Secretary Changsao Thangjam Setshang CTS. Nikeseno EAC Tuensang attended as chief guest. Delivering her message, she stated that the rights of the women should start from home itself and the institution should promote the same. The chief guest declared, “We demand women rights not because of being women but being human.” Meanwhile, Deputy SP Lanu Aier added that records of women harassment in the last ten years is only ten cases. And nine cases are rape which, he said, showed that, either women of Tuensang were safe or they don’t come forward for seeking help. (DIPR News)

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India's batsman Ravindra Jadeja, is bowled by South Africa's bowler Jacques Kallis, for 29 runs during their 1st One Day International cricket match at Wanderers stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013. (AP Photo)

JOHANNESBURG, DEcEmBER 6 (PTI): A livid Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni squarely blamed his bowlers for the crushing loss in the opening ODI against South Africa, saying that their bad performance left the batsmen under pressure. The Indian bowlers were hammered by South Africa, who posted 358/4 before dismissing the visitors for 217 in 41 overs on Thursday. "Overall I think it was a bad performance. But it started with the bowling initially. This was not a 300plus wicket. We didn't start well, and we were supposed to bowl slightly up," said Dhoni. "Experience of these conditions is crucial. South African bowlers know what lengths to bowl and that is why I want my bowlers to step up. You can't give away 300 or 300-plus runs, because that also puts pressure on the batsmen. "Right from the start then, they have to go after opposition bowlers, which in these conditions is slightly difficult. At the same time, we needed the batting to back the bowlers up," he added. South Africa's opening pair of Hashim Amla and Quinton de Kock added 152 runs for the first wicket, with the latter going on to

score 135. And then in the end, there was the cruel barrage from AB de Villiers and JP Duminy, garnering 48 runs in the last three overs. It meant the Proteas reached a mammoth 358 for 4 in 50 overs. "If you see death bowling for different teams across the world, bowlers are going for runs. With the extra fielder inside the circle and the lack of reverse swing, even the best bowlers will go for runs," Dhoni said. "So, the new ball bowling becomes important, especially in conditions like these. More often than not, the last ten overs will go for runs and so it is important to take wickets in the first ten overs, so we can put pressure in the middle overs and so that they do not have many wickets in the end," he opined. On paper, it looked a good plan, but it wasn't executed properly on the field. All frontline bowlers went for more than 50 runs each, with only Mohammad Shami showing any wherewithal to take wickets (3-68). As per Dhoni's reasoning then, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mohit Sharma were the most to blame, but he did not single out anyone in particular for criticism. "Mohit is the one with the inexperience and it will be a good learning

for him. Bhuvi has played a fair bit outside the subcontinent, which means that he should quickly adapt to the conditions. "But at the same time let's not be unfair on him. It's one of many games where he has not done really well. So let us think that it was an off day for him and move on," he said. Ultimately, even the Indian batting, growing in stature and fame over the past 11 months, failed to perform the rescue act. And it could possibly get tougher in the next game, since the Men in Blue will be fighting to save the series. The conditions, meanwhile, aren't expected to be a whole lot different. "International calendar doesn't allow for too many practice sessions and practice games nowadays. You have to adapt with what you have, we have to follow the schedule. South Africa have some really good fast bowlers, especially Dale Steyn. "He was swinging the ball and consistently hitting the good lengths. Morne Morkel gets a lot more bounce than other bowlers because of his height. Rohit Sharma gave him respect, but when you are chasing 350 runs, you have to play shots. Shikhar Dhawan didn't really get out to a short ball," Dhoni said.

JOHANNESBURG, DEcEmBER 6 (AP): He emerged into bright winter sunshine, stepped onto the lush field and pulled on a cap. His long-sleeve green rugby jersey was untucked and buttoned right up to the top, a style all his own. On the back, a gold No. 6, big and bold. Within seconds, the chants went up from the fans packed into Ellis Park stadium in the heart of Johannesburg: "Nelson! Nelson! Nelson!" Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first black president, was wearing the colors of the Springboks and 65,000 white rugby supporters were joyously shouting his name. It was 1995. The Rugby World Cup final, rugby's biggest game. And yet it was much more. It was nation-defining for South Africa, a transcendent moment in the transformation from apartheid to multiracial democracy. The day spawned books and a blockbuster Clint Eastwood movie. It still speaks — nearly 20 years later — to what sport is capable of achieving. With his cap and a team jersey, Mandela showed an incisive understanding of the role sport plays in millions of lives. "Sport has the power to change the world," Mandela said in a speech five years after that match. "It has the power to inspire, it has the power to unite people in a way that little else does." Mandela died Thursday at the age of 95. A statesman, he didn't just have brushes with sports, occasional appearances timed only for political gain. Mandela embraced them wholeheartedly — rugby, football, cricket, boxing, track and field, among others. And, by many accounts, he truly loved athletic contests, with their celebration of humanity and how they unite teammates, fans and countries in triumph and, sometimes, in despair. At one time in his youth, Mandela cut an impressive figure as an amateur boxer. On June 24, 1995, Mandela and South Africa were triumphant. And he may just have saved a country by pulling on that green and gold jersey with a prancing antelope on the left breast. The Springboks were dear to the hearts of South Africa's white Afrikaners and loathed by the nation's black majority. By donning their emblem, Mandela reconciled a nation fractured and badly damaged by racism and hatred.

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FILE - In this May 15, 2004 file photo, former South African President Nelson Mandela lifts the World Cup trophy in Zurich, Switzerland, after FIFA's executive committee announced that South Africa would host the 2010 World Cup soccer tournament. South Africa's president Jacob Zuma says, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, that Mandela has died. He was 95. (AP Photo)

"Not in my wildest dreams did I think that Nelson Mandela would pitch up at the final wearing a Springbok on his heart," South Africa's captain on that day, Francois Pienaar, said in a television interview some time later. "When he walked into our changing room to say good luck to us, he turned around and my number was on his back. "It was just an amazing feeling." Mandela also could leave millionaire sportsmen like David Beckham and Tiger Woods star-struck. "Allow me to introduce myself to you," Mandela joked to then-England soccer captain Beckham when they met in 2003. Only there was no doubting who wanted to meet whom. A young Woods came out of his audience with Mandela proudly clutching a copy of the president's autobiography. Beckham, sitting — almost shyly — on the arm of Mandela's chair, said his meeting was

"an amazing honor," even if Mandela wasn't sure what to make of the superstar's hairstyle of the moment — dreadlocks. "I'm too old to express an opinion on the latest developments for young people," Mandela said with a laugh. In fact, Mandela, who came out of prison at 71 after decades of isolation, never lost touch. It was part of what made him an inspiration for sport and sportsmen and women. While he was incarcerated, South Africa was thrown out of the Olympics for over 30 years and only allowed back in after he was released. Now, Mandela, known affectionately to South Africans by his clan name Madiba, was wearing the No. 6 jersey of Pienaar — the Afrikaans rugby player with whom he had struck up a close friendship. The relationship was portrayed by Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon in the film "Invictus" and took rugby and

the story of the '95 World Cup to millions unfamiliar with South Africa's game. The underdog South Africans won that day, beating New Zealand — the top team in the world — in extra time of a nerve-racking final. "We underestimated how proud it would make South Africa," Pienaar said, recalling the tournament and telling of how Mandela would phone him up regularly to check on the team. "It would be Madiba, wanting to chat to me, to find out what's happening. Is the team focused? Are they OK? Are the guys cool?" The phone calls told of Mandela's desire for the Springboks to win for all South Africans, but also his affinity with sport. He repeated his success in 1996, this time wearing a South Africa national football team shirt as Bafana Bafana claimed the African Cup of Nations title, again on home soil. With Mandela, it appeared you couldn't lose.

NEW DELHI, DEcEmBER 6 (PTI): Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar today paid heartfelt tribute to former South Africa president Nelson Mandela, saying the anti-apartheid icon was a "truly inspirational human being". "When I met Mr Mandela it was one of the most memorable days of my life. A truly inspirational human being....," wrote Tendulkar on his twitter account. "He will live on in my heart forever. R.I.P," he further wrote. Madiba, as Mandela was fondly known, had been battling health issues in recent months, including a recurring lung infection that led to numerous hospitalisations. Mandela, who emerged from prison after 27 years to lead South Africa out of decades of apartheid before becoming the country's first black leader, had faced several health scares. His most recent hospital stay spanning over three months was his longest since he walked free in 1990. Mandela is respected worldwide for his role in fighting racism in South Africa, and for forgiving his former white captors after his release from prison. Other sportspersons worldwide have also mourned the death of Mandela. Heavyweight boxing legend Ali said Mandela "taught us forgiveness on a grand scale". FIFA chief Sepp Blatter called Mandela "one of the greatest humanists of our time" and Tiger Woods said he had been inspired by South Africa's anti-apartheid hero. Australia and England held a minute's silence before play in the second Ashes cricket Test in Adelaide, a scene replicated by New Zealand and West Indies in Dunedine. South African golf great Gary Player called Mandela "our beloved Father of the South African nation". New Zealand's rugby players have always acknowledged the impact of Mandela, who inspired South Africa to victory over the All Blacks in the 1995 World Cup final.

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Following in Alex Ferguson's footsteps was never going to be an easy task for David Moyes but few Manchester United fans would have anticipated the English champions slipping 12 points behind the Premier League leaders with only a third of the season gone. Wednesday's 1-0 home defeat by Everton, United's fourth of the campaign, exposed all the chinks in the armour of a team who won their 20th league title in May after Ferguson masterfully papered over the cracks in his squad. It would be unfair to put all the blame on Moyes who is still learning the ropes at Old Trafford after 11 years at Everton where he might have viewed finishing in the Premier League's top six as success with a much tighter budget and limited squad depth. But the 50-year old Scot has to take some responsibility for failing to inject fresh blood into a ponderous midfield palpably lacking a playmaker and struggling to protect a shaky defence when Michael Carrick is unavailable. Former England and Newcastle striker Alan Shearer, now a pundit for the BBC, summed up United's engine-room frailties after the Everton

Manchester United's manager David Moyes walks from the pitch after his team's 1-0 loss to Everton in their English Premier League soccer match at Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester, England, Wednesday Dec. 4. (AP Photo)

defeat. "They missed Carrick against Everton and a dominant midfielder who is going to create and score goals," Shearer said after Moyes cut a forlorn figure trudging down the tunnel. "It was too easy at times for Everton to run at United's back four." Recruiting Marouane Fellaini from his former club looks more and more like an ill-judged decision by Moyes, with the towering Belgian resembling a square peg trying to fit into a round hole in United's normally creative midfield. The defence, with age-

ing centre backs Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic well past their prime, has been vulnerable too as the alternatives have failed to show that they are adequate long-term replacements. Moyes has a plethora of wingers and strikers to choose from and even with Robin van Persie out injured, United have racked up goals thanks to the good form of Wayne Rooney who clearly thrives as a lone striker with a threepronged support cast. Hence it is unlikely that Van Persie's return to full fitness will solve United's

UNFAMILIAR CONCEPT Moyes can take comfort from United's good form in the Champions League, where they have booked a last-16 berth with a match to spare, but domestic inconsistency will in all likelihood force him to bolster the squad during the January transfer window. Otherwise, United may face the unfamiliar concept of finishing among secondechelon Premier League teams this season as predicted by former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler, also a BBC pundit nowadays. "I don't think they will win the league," said Fowler. "I think they may even struggle to finish in the top four. I know a lot of people will say 'oh he's just an ex Liverpool player going on about Manchester United' but they have been very poor this season." Battling for a Europa League spot is a situation Moyes knows all too well from his Everton days but neither he nor the Old Trafford faithful, used to a steady inflow of silverware, will settle for second best.

NEW YORK, DEcEmBER 6 (AP): The "laughingstocks" won in a laugher. The Knicks resembled the division champions of a season ago rather than the biggest losers in New York, outplaying and even outtalking the Brooklyn Nets, who look like the real Big Apple busts. Carmelo Anthony had 19 points and 10 rebounds, Iman Shumpert scored a season-high 17 points, and the Knicks ended a nine-game losing streak with 113-83 romp Thursday night in the first meeting of the season between the city rivals. "I think everybody looked like they had that feeling that we were tired of losing," Anthony said. "It showed from the tipoff." The Knicks (4-13) snapped a tie with the Nets (5-14) for most losses in New York, winning the game and the crowd with a dominant second half that had Spike Lee and the rest of the fans wearing blue and orange cheering perhaps the Knicks' most complete performance of the season. Andrea Bargnani scored 16 before he was ejected in the fourth quarter, Knicks fans roaring in support of him standing up to Kevin Garnett. Brook Lopez had 24 points and nine rebounds for the Nets, who again

New York Knicks guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (5) goes up for a layup against the defense of Brooklyn Nets forward Mason Plumlee (1) in the second half of their NBA basketball game at the Barclays Center, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, in New York. Hardaway scored 12 points as the Knicks defeated the Nets 113-83. (AP Photo)

played without Paul Pierce, Deron Williams, or much passion in the second half. "We're struggling but we're going to come out of this, man, that's the only way to think," Garnett said. "I'm not going to think anything else." The game was nationally televised, as all four matchups are this season, but neither team had been giving fans much reason to watch. Nets coach Ja-

son Kidd said Tuesday that both teams "stink," and Anthony not only agreed but added that the Knicks were the "laughingstock" of the league. Nobody was laughing at the Knicks on this night. New York made a seasonhigh 16 3-pointers in 27 attempts (59 percent), rediscovering a stroke that has been missing all season after it set an NBA record for

makes in 2012-13, and led by as many as 34 points. Shumpert, who has been the subject of trade rumors and has struggled, hit five 3s and added six rebounds. The Nets hung in while the Knicks made 16 of their first 21 shots overall and trailed by only seven at halftime "You've got to give the Knicks credit. They came (for) the season shooting around 32 percent.

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JOHANNESBURG, DEcEmBER 6 (REUtERS): Nelson Mandela guided South Africa from the shackles of apartheid to multi-racial democracy, as an icon of peace and reconciliation who came to embody the struggle for justice around the world. Imprisoned for nearly three decades for his fight against white minority rule, Mandela emerged determined to use his prestige and charisma to bring down apartheid while avoiding a civil war. “The time for the healing of the wounds has come. The moment to bridge the chasms that divide us has come,” Mandela said in his acceptance speech on becoming South Africa’s first black president in 1994. “We have, at last, achieved our political emancipation.” In 1993, Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, an honor he shared

with F.W. de Klerk, the white Afrikaner leader who freed him from prison three years earlier and negotiated the end of apartheid. Mandela went on to play a prominent role on the world stage as an advocate of human dignity in the face of challenges ranging from political repression to AIDS. He formally left public life in June 2004 before his 86th birthday, telling his adoring countrymen: “Don’t call me. I’ll call you”. But he remained one of the world’s most revered public figures, combining celebrity sparkle with an unwavering message of freedom, respect and human rights. Whether defending himself at his own treason trial in 1963 or addressing world leaders years later as a greying elder statesman, he radiated an image of moral rectitude expressed in measured tones, often leavened by a mischievous humor.

“He is at the epicenter of our time, ours in South Africa, and yours, wherever you are,” Nadine Gordimer, the South African writer and Nobel Laureate for Literature, once remarked. Mandela’s years behind bars made him the world’s most celebrated political prisoner and a leader of mythic stature for millions of black South Africans and other oppressed people far beyond his country’s borders. Charged with capital offences in the 1963 Rivonia Trial, his statement from the dock was his political testimony. “During my lifetime I have dedicated myself to this struggle of the African people. I have fought against white domination, and I have fought against black domination. “I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons live together in harmony and with equal opportu-

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WASHiNGtON, DEcEmBER 6 (AFP): The death of South Africa’s liberation leader Nelson Mandela has unleashed a heartfelt chorus of awed respect from across the worlds of politics, religion, sport and culture. Statesmen, resistance leaders, Nobel laureates and prisoners of conscience have died before, but never has one man united such global unity in honoring his passing. Foreshadowing the guest list of what will surely be the most important funeral of recent decades, world leaders queued up to issue solemn tributes to the 95-year-old anti-apartheid hero who became South Africa’s first democratic president. “He no longer belongs to us; he belongs to the ages,” Barack Obama, America’s first black president, said in a deliberate echo of an early tribute paid to Abraham Lincoln, the president who emancipated the slaves. Over and over, leaders returned to the dignity Mandela displayed during his long imprisonment by South Africa’s former racist regime and then later, when he led his country to majority rule. Obama ordered US flags at the White House and other public buildings flown at half-mast until Monday, in a rare tribute to a foreign leader. United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon declared Mandela a “giant for justice.” “Many around the world were influenced by his selfless struggle for human dignity, equality and freedom. He touched our lives in deeply personal ways,” Ban told reporters. British Prime Minister David Cameron, who in 2006 apologized for what he said were the “mistakes” of his Conservative Party in its response to apartheid in Britain’s former colony, was also moved. “A great light has gone out in the world,” he said in Downing Street. “Nelson Mandela was a towering figure in our time; a legend in life and now in death -- a true global hero.” French Prime Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault, in China on an official visit, said Mandela would “long be an inspiration to all of humanity” as his government also ordered flags to fly at half-mast. India’s premier Manmohan Singh hailed the antiapartheid icon as a “true Gandhian” who would continue to inspire future generations after his death, while Nigeria’s President Goodluck Jonathan dubbed Mandela “one of mankind’s greatest liberators.” Retired political leaders who remembered Mandela during his 27 years of imprisonment or worked with him after his 1990 release were also effusive. Former US president Bill Clinton tweeted a picture of himself with his “friend”, and said: “Today the world has lost one of its most important leaders and one of its finest human beings.” The courage to change the world Mandela won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993, shared with South Africa’s last apartheid leader F.W. de Klerk for their role in ensuring

a peaceful transition to elected rule. De Klerk said though his relationship with Mandela was “often stormy,” they were “always able to come together at critical moments.” Another Nobel laureate paying tribute was Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi, who like Mandela spent many years in detention. She lamented the passing of a “great human being who... made us understand that we can change the world”. The Dalai Lama said he would miss a “dear friend.” “The best tribute we can pay to him is to do whatever we can to contribute to honouring the oneness of humanity and working for peace and reconciliation as he did,” said the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader. Business and religious leaders, the heads of international agencies, writers, thinkers, entertainers, sports personalities and activists also joined the outpouring of emotion. Microsoft founder Bill Gates, who has turned over his business acumen and part of his fortune to battling disease in Africa, said he and his wife had been personally inspired. “Every time Melinda and I met Nelson Mandela, we left more inspired than ever. His grace and courage changed the world. This is a sad day,” Gates said. There were also tributes from Hollywood, where a new movie based on the South African leader’s autobiography “Long Walk to Freedom” has just been released. ?What an honor it was to step into the shoes of Nelson Mandela and portray a man who defied odds, broke down barriers, and championed human rights,? British actor Idris Elba said. Brazilian football legend Pele declared Mandela “was a hero to me. He was a friend and a companion in the popular fight and the fight for world peace.” But for all the sentiment around the world, the emotion was strongest in South Africa itself, where the celebration of the life of the nation’s greatest leader was tempered by concern to preserve his legacy. “Over the past 24 years Madiba taught us how to come together and to believe in ourselves and each other. He was a unifier from the moment he walked out of prison,” said Archbishop Desmond Tutu.

DESTINED TO LEAD Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was born on July 18, 1918, destined to lead as the son of the chief councilor to the paramount chief of the Thembu people in Transkei. He chose to devote his life to the fight against white domination. He studied at Fort Hare University, an elite black college, but left in 1940 short of completing his studies and became involved with the African National Congress (ANC), founding its Youth League in 1944 with Oliver Tambo and Walter Sisulu. Mandela worked as a law clerk then became a lawyer who ran one of the few practices that served blacks. In 1952 he and others were charged for violating the Suppression of Communism Act but their nine-month sentence was suspended for two years. Mandela was among the first to advocate armed resistance to apartheid, going underground in 1961 to form the ANC’s armed wing, Umkhonto weSizwe, or ‘Spear of the Nation’ in Zulu. He left South Africa and travelled the continent and Europe, studying guerrilla warfare and building support for the ANC. After his return in 1962, Mandela was arrested and sentenced to five years for incitement and illegally leaving the country. While serving that sentence, he was charged with sabotage and plotting to overthrow the government along with other anti-apartheid lead-

ers in the Rivonia Trial. Branded a terrorist by his enemies, Mandela was sentenced to life imprisonment in 1964, isolated from millions of his countrymen as they suffered oppression, violence and forced resettlement under the apartheid regime of racial segregation. He was incarcerated on Robben Island, a penal colony off Cape Town, where he would spend the next 18 years before being moved to mainland prisons. He was behind bars when an uprising broke out in the huge township of Soweto in 1976 and when others erupted in violence in the 1980s. But when the regime realized it was time to negotiate, it was Mandela to whom it turned. In his later years in prison, he met President P.W. Botha and his successor de Klerk. When he was released on February 11, 1990, walking away from the Victor Verster prison hand-in-hand with his wife Winnie, the event was watched live by television viewers across the world. “As I finally walked through those gates ... I felt even at the age of 71 that my life was beginning anew. My 10,000 days of imprisonment were at last over,” Mandela wrote of that day.

ELECTIONS AND RECONCILATION In the next four years, thousands of people died in political violence. Most were blacks killed in fighting between ANC supporters and Zulus loyal to Mangosuthu Buthelezi’s Inkatha Freedom Party, although right-wing whites also staged violent actions to upset the moves towards

democracy. Mandela prevented a racial explosion after the murder of popular Communist Party leader Chris Hani by a white assassin in 1993, appealing for calm in a national television address. That same year, he and de Klerk were jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Talks between the ANC and the government began in 1991, leading to South Africa’s first all-race elections on April 27, 1994. The run-up to the vote was marred by fighting, including gun battles in Johannesburg townships and virtual war in the Zulu stronghold of KwaZulu Natal. But Mandela campaigned across the country, enthralling adoring crowds of blacks and wooing whites with assurances that there was a place for them in the new South Africa. The election result was never in doubt and his inauguration in Pretoria on May 10, 1994, was a celebration of a peoples’ freedom. Mandela made reconciliation the theme of his presidency. He took tea with his former jailers and won over many whites when he donned the jersey of South Africa’s national rugby team - once a symbol of white supremacy - at the final of the World Cup in 1995 at Johannesburg’s Ellis Park stadium. The hallmark of Mandela’s mission was the Truth and Reconciliation Commission which investigated apartheid crimes on both sides and tried to heal the wounds. It also provided a model for other countries torn by civil strife. In 1999, Mandela, often criticized for having a woolly grasp of economics,

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handed over to younger leaders - a voluntary departure from power cited as an example to long-ruling African leaders. A restful retirement was not on the cards as Mandela shifted his energies to fighting South Africa’s AIDS crisis. He spoke against the stigma surrounding the infection, while successor Thabo Mbeki was accused of failing to comprehend the extent of the crisis. The fight became personal in early 2005 when Mandela lost his only surviving son to the disease. But the stress of his long struggle contributed to the break-up of his marriage to equally fierce anti-apartheid campaigner Winnie. The country shared the pain of their divorce in 1996 before watching his courtship of Graca Machel, widow of Mozambican President Samora Machel, whom he married on his 80th birthday in 1998. Friends adored “Madiba”, the clan name by which he is known. People lauded his humanity, kindness, attention and dignity. Unable to shake the habits of prison, Mandela rose daily between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m. to exercise and read. He drank little and was a fervent anti-smoker. An amateur boxer in his younger days, Mandela often said the discipline and tactics drawn from training helped him to endure prison and the political battles after his release.

Mandela was treated in the 1980s for tuberculosis and later required an operation to repair damage to his eyes as well as treatment for prostate cancer in 2001. His spirit, however, remained strong. “If cancer wins I will still be the better winner,” he told reporters in September of that year. “When I go to the next world, the first thing I will do is look for an ANC office to renew my membership.” Most South Africans are proud of their post-apartheid multi-racial ‘Rainbow Nation’. But Mandela’s legacy of tolerance and reconciliation has been threatened in recent years by squabbling between factions in the ANC and social tensions in a country that, despite its political liberation, still suffers great inequalities. Mandela’s last major appearance on the global stage came in 2010 when he donned a fur cap in the South African winter and rode on a golf cart, waving to an exuberant crowd of 90,000 at the soccer World Cup final, one of the biggest events in the country’s postapartheid history. “I leave it to the public to decide how they should remember me,” he said on South African television before his retirement. “But I should like to be remembered as an ordinary South African who together RAINBOW NATION But prison and old age with others has made his took their toll on his health. humble contribution.”

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KOHImA, DeCember 6 (mexN): Minister for Youth Resources & Sportts, Merentoshi Jamir flagged off the 4th Horsepower Challenge organized by the Nagaland Adventure Club, here today at the NFA ground near NU Campus, Meriema. 91 participants will be taking part in the Autocross and Motocross events in the next two days at the Meriema venue.

At the end of the first day, 12 riders booked their place in the Semi finals of the Moto cross open category. Dieze Iralu was the lone rider from the State to qualify for the semifinals alongwith prominent riders from the country like Anthony Lyngdoh, Sujaat Khan, Soni Singh Suhail Ahmed and others. Daniel Metha was unlucky to have not qualified

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Chicago Bulls forward Carlos Boozer, left, looks for an opening against Miami Heat forward Shane Battier, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Chicago on Dec. 5. (AP Photo)

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CHICAGO, DeCember 6 (AP): The way everything was crumbling, the Chicago Bulls sure needed a reprieve. Knocking off the defending champions was a nice one. Carlos Boozer scored 27 points, and the Bulls pounded LeBron James and the Miami Heat 107-87 on Thursday night. Luol Deng had 20 points, Taj Gibson chipped in with 19, and Joakim Noah added 17 points and 15 rebounds as the Bulls had no trouble taking out the Southeast Division leaders. Chicago took control early on and hung on down the stretch after watching a 25-point lead in the third quarter dwindle to 12 late in the game. It was an impressive showing by a team that had dropped six of seven and is once again trying to get by without the injured Derrick Rose. ‘‘Our team needed it,’’ Noah said. “We went through a lot the past couple of weeks. It’s really hard to play without Derrick. I want to win with Derrick Rose.” The Bulls shot 50 percent and were 10 for 19 on 3-pointers — four by Deng and three by Kirk Hinrich, who scored 13. They also outrebounded Miami 4927. James scored 21 points for Miami, but the Heat shot a season low for the second straight game, converting 41.6 percent from the field after hitting 43.9 percent in Tuesday’s loss to Detroit. “We can’t just brush this loss aside,” coach Erik Spoelstra said. “We have to really own it, to understand what happened. They just got whatever they wanted, right in the paint, at the rim and if they missed those, then they’re just beating us up at the glass.” It didn’t help that Dwyane Wade stayed back at the hotel

with an illness after sitting out the previous game because of knee soreness. Chris Andersen missed this one for personal reasons, but the Heat will get no sympathy from Chicago. After all, the Bulls lost Rose to a torn meniscus in his right knee in a game at Portland on Nov. 22, and although the former MVP left the door slightly open for a playoff return earlier in the day, the team has ruled him out for the rest of the season. “We really got snakebitten,” Gibson said. “When that happened to Derrick, that was really like, ‘Wow.’ We’re a family in here. When that stuff kind of happens, it was just ... tough. We were on the road, odds were against us.” And as if that six-game trip wasn’t difficult enough, there was a triple-overtime loss to New Orleans on Monday in their first game back at the United Center. The Bulls did just fine on Thursday, although things got a little tight down the stretch. Miami cut it to 93-81 on Norris Cole’s runner with 5:38 remaining. But Gibson answered with a jumper and blocked a layup by Udonis Haslem. Deng made a 3 with just under four minutes left to make it 98-81, and Chicago hung on from there. Before that, the only tension came early in the third quarter when Hinrich took a shot to the neck from Cole away from the ball. The result was an angry exchange, a flagrant foul one for Cole and a technical for Hinrich. The Bulls’ guard hit both free throws after James missed a foul shot, making it 67-45. Boozer led a scorching start by Chicago, scoring 19 points as the Bulls built a 58-44 halftime lead.

for the semi finals after experiencing a technical snag during the final qualification. Claiming the pole position in his group in the Motocross novice category qualifications, Dieze certainly has an upper hand over opponents tomorrow. Peter Rutsa of Team NAC claimed supremacy over his opponents in the SUV category with an imposing run finishing four seconds

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ahead of second placed Mrinmoy Sinha of Team EGAA during the qualifying rounds. It was a tricky track for SUVs, which almost had Shan topple his gypsy during qualifications and a host of new drivers finding it hard to negotiate the tricky turns on a dusty track. Mrinmoy Sinha made light work of his opponents to claim pole position in his Mitsubishi CDR in the car category qualifying six seconds ahead of second placed Toshi Aier. The day also witnessed women participants Esther Ezung and Darshana Sen Gupta driving their Zen and Figo against their male counterparts in the Car category. Day 2 of the Horsepower challenge certainly promises more adrenaline and thrill as the drivers and riders put their feet on the pedal, to take top honors in Russian Tennis player Maria Sharapova, left, and Ana Ivanovic from Serbia smile as they pose for photos during a press conferthe various events. ence in Bogota, Colombia on December 5. Sharapova and Ivanovic will play on an exhibition game Friday. (AP Photo)

Funeral service

of Lt. Dr. Thepfula-o Linyu Rtd. Director, Dept. of Vety & AH at 10:00 am Date: 7/12/2013 Place: Kuda Village, Lane-6, Dimapur.

APPRECIATION

The Organising Committee conveys heartfelt gratitude to all who participated during the traditional stone pulling ceremony held at Viswema on the 2nd Dec.2013 in commemoration of the Golden Jubilee Celebration of the Statehood of Nagaland and the Viswema Students’ Union. On behalf of the people of Viswema, the Committee thanks our Honourable Chief Minister Shri.Neiphiu Rio, the Honourable Union Minister of State for DONER (I.C), Shri. Paban Singh Ghatowar, Honourable Speaker, Ministers and Parliamentary Secretaries of Nagaland, Brigadier David Alfred (Director & Chief Executive, England), Mr. Fabrice Eienne (Consul General, France), eminent officials of the Central and State Governments and all guests from the country and abroad for honouring us by graciously accepting our invitation. We also appreciate and highly value the coverage of the event by personnel of the local, national and international media agencies. We are grateful to the Tourism Department, Government of Nagaland for incorporating the stone pulling ceremony as one of the important events of the Hornbill Festival program and for all the collaborative assistance. We also thank the neighbouring Southern Angami villages, organisations and individuals for their presence and generous contributions in cash and kind. Our overwhelming sense of gratitude and appreciation is especially extended to Mr. Vilelie Khamo for his keen concern and unstinted help towards the celebration. The event was splendidly carried out in full traditional grandeur making it an occasion to be cherished and our people thank all of you for helping to make this happen.

(KIKROVI SAKHRIE) Convenor, Organizing Committee VSU. Golden Jubilee Celebration

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