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Dimapur VOL. VIII ISSUE 277
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Faith is the bird that feels the light and sings when the dawn is still dark
No plan to impose President’s Rule in Andhra Pradesh
Diana is still with me
RTI Week observed across the State [ PAGE 02]
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Vietnam lets churches thrive, but keeps control
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reflections
By Sandemo Ngullie
I don’t have any idea what these things are! But I got 50% discount on all items!
ADC Wokha notifies ban on crackers WOkha, OctOber 8 (Dipr): The Additional Deputy Commissioner, Wokha has informed the public and business establishments in Wokha Town that sale/bursting of crackers is banned with immediate effect. He further notifies that all sort of gambling including Dice game (Chandi/Monda) is banned with immediate effect. In case of any violation of the said order, stern action shall be taken against the defaulter’s as per appropriate section of law, stated the notification.
MMC informs Mkg dog owners
mOkOkchuNG, OctOber 8 (mexN): In order to control and manage dogs in Mokokchung town, the Mokokchung Municipal Council and ward authorities have reminded all dog owners/keepers within Mokokchung Municipal jurisdiction to keep their dogs impounded 24 hours within their respective compounds. A press note from the MMC directed dog owners not to allow their dogs to go out of their gates. Ward executives have been authorized to enforce this resolution in their respective wards and have been empowered to take appropriate action, if anyone is found not complying with the directive. This directive is being issued solely keeping in view public safety and maintenance of healthy environment in the town, stated the MMC. The note also stated that efforts are on to facilitate for compulsory registration and vaccination of dogs under joint supervision of the MMC and the Department of Veterinary & Animal Husbandry, for which preparation of all necessary action plans are in process.
‘If mother smoked, baby born with smaller brain’
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lONDON, OctOber 8 (iaNS): Children whose mothers smoked during pregnancy have smaller brains and are likely to be more prone to stress and anxiety, according to a study. A study done on more than 200 children found that those whose mothers were regular smokers during pregnancy are more likely to become moody and depressed than other boys and girls, the Daily Mail reported citing Neuropsychopharmacology journal report published Tuesday.
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Wednesday, October 9, 2013 12 pages Rs. 4 – Rabindranath Tagore
Federer already looking forward to ‘great’ 2014 [ PAGE 10 ]
‘God particle’ scientists “no future without” win nobel Physics Prize StOckhOlm, OctOber 8 (aFp): Peter Higgs of Britain and Francois Englert of Belgium won the Nobel Prize for Physics on Tuesday for conceiving of the so-called “God particle” which confers mass. Higgs, 84, and Englert, 80, were honoured for theorising a particle - discovered last year after an agonising quest -- that explains why the Universe has any substance at all. “This particle originates from an invisible field that fills up all space. Even when the Universe seems empty this field is there,” the jury said in a statement. “Without it, we would not exist, because it is from contact with the field that particles acquire mass.” Shortly after the announcement, the University of Edinburgh posted a statement from Higgs saying he was “overwhelmed” by the honour. “I would also like to congratulate all those who have contributed to the discovery of this new particle and to thank my family, friends and colleagues for their support,” Higgs said. “I hope this recognition of fundamental science will help raise awareness of the value of blue-sky research.” Englert told AFP in a brief comment: “I’m very happy to have received the prize.” Known as a boson, the discovery was popularly dubbed the “God Particle” on the grounds that it is everywhere yet baffingly elusive to find. Without it, say theorists, we and all the oth-
naga reconciliation FNR urges Naga leaders to build ONE Naga House
er joined-up atoms in the Universe would not exist. The presumed particle was discovered last year by Europe’s mega-scale physics lab at CERN, near Geneva, after a decades-long search. “As an achievement, it ranks alongside the confirmation that the Earth is round or Man’s first steps on the Moon,” Canadian particle physicist Pauline Gagnon told AFP. Higgs and Englert, at the Free University of Brussels, were honoured for “the theoretical discovery of a mechanism that contributes to our understanding of the origin of mass of subatomic par-
ticles,” the jury said in its formal citation. The duo received the world’s most prestigious award for excellence in physics nearly a half century after they and others set down the theoretical groundwork. The history of the discovery dates back to 1964, when six physicists, working independently in three groups, published a flurry of papers. The pair will share the prize sum of eight million Swedish kronor ($1.25 million, 925,000 euros), reduced because of the economic crisis last year from the 10 million kronor awarded since 2001.
Dimapur, OctOber 8 (mexN): Intending for the Naga reconciliation to be “inclusive, participatory and transparent,” the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) has once again reached out to the Naga public for its “active guidance, suggestions and prayers.” This comes at a time when despite a declaration of reconciliation, “even today, factional violence in its many forms: abductions, killings, provocations, justifications and threats continue to undermine the process.” “The Naga leaders are found wanting in demonstrating their statesmanship and respecting the people’s desire for reconciliation. Rather than working together to build ONE Naga House, the political groups are busy building their own respective houses, thereby, further fragmenting the reconciliation process. These contradictions between commitment and action threaten the Naga people’s hope for reconciliation, unity, and justice and peace,” stated the FNR in a press note titled ‘Reconciliation and its Possibilities’ today. Leaders of the Naga political groups in the course of the Naga Reconciliation process, reminded FNR, had declared that they have “reconciled on the basis of Naga historical and political rights, and recognized
Superintendent (ASP) of Police, Wati Jamir, she was receiving medical attention as of Tuesday, October 8. The ASP said that a police team went to record her statement on Tuesday but was found to be admitted in hospi-
tal. As such, she was summoned to appear before the investigating officer on Wednesday, it stated. Meanwhile, the condition of the boy, who was rescued on the night of October 7, was reported to be stable. The medical report
indicated that the boy was physically fine, the ASP said. As of Tuesday, the boy was in the custody of the juvenile remand home in Pherima. The boy will be kept in the juvenile remand home till the inquiry is complete, the ASP said.
FILE - This undated image made available by CERN shows a typical candidate event in the search for the Higgs boson, including two high-energy photons whose energy (depicted by red lines) is measured in the CMS electromagnetic calorimeter. The yellow lines are the measured tracks of other particles produced in the collision. Physicists Francois Englert of Belgium and Peter Higgs of Britain have won the 2013 Nobel Prize in physics, on October 8. (AP Photo/CERN, File)
If the Reconciliation process is to continue with credibility, the Forum for Naga Reconciliation: 1. DEMANDS that all the Naga political groups immediately stop violence perpetuated in any form; 2. URGES the leaders of the Naga political groups to demonstrate their statesmanship by putting aside factional politics and work for the common Naga cause of justice and peace; 3. ASSERTS that all Naga political groups to stop building their interest-based political houses and focus on building ONE Naga House; 4. ENCOURAGES all other Naga political groups who are committed to reconciliation to join the Naga Reconciliation process; and 5. EXPRESSES the view that the Naga de facto can be realized only with the people’s active participation, and hence, all Naga political groups work together for a referendum through which the people can freely express, participate and determine the Naga future.
that all Nagas must unite in the shared purpose towards achieving our Naga political aspirations.” The task of the FNR, it noted, is to build ONE Naga House founded on Naga historical and political rights. “This allows for the Naga political groups to reconcile in the spirit of forgiveness and mutual respect; to acknowledge mistakes while also recognizing their achievements and contributions made at various stages of the political history,” maintained the FNR, adding that “the stepping stones towards a shared future emerge through this ongoing process.” While acknowledging that “no single process is perfect or satisfactory to
all circumstances and parties involved,” the difficult choice of “personal and group commitments are necessary in order to move forward together based on the lessons learnt from the past and by taking inspiration in the positive political steps that have sustained and strengthened the Naga movement since its inception,” the FNR asserted. In the present Naga situation, it stated, “there is no future without reconciliation.” Giving that thought some space, however, the FNR showed hope in the possibility of a shared future. “A shared future is entirely possible, as understood by the Naga public when they expressed their support for Naga Reconciliation.”
Reconciliation, in that sense, is an art of the possible. “Reconciliation is a dynamic realistic process forward for a people to become united in purpose towards achieving aspirations such as forgiveness and healing, justice and peace, democracy, dignity, and inclusive development,” wrote the FNR, reflecting on the process itself. “It is the art of the possible and implies a fundamental shift in personal and group power relations which comes about when people can freely, safely and openly talk about their fears and hopes, hurts and responsibilities. The Naga people’s existing circumstances call out for the reconciliation of a broken people.” In today’s degenerating circumstances, the FNR reiterated, reconciliation is more imperative than ever before. “At this given juncture of our history, Naga reconciliation provides the most realistic way out of the spiraling crisis faced from both within and without. For the Naga people, reconciliation offers the possibility of bringing everyone into relationships of mutual trust and respect by acknowledging the responsibility for past hurt and wrongs, while also uniting through consensus for a shared future.” Full text on page 4
October 4 abduction case: Police summons Tir Yimyim commemorates 10 years Dimapur, OctOber 8 (mexN): A woman, one Alila Yanger has been summoned before the investigating officer on October 9, in relation to the abduction of a 12 year old boy on October 4. According to the Additional
inoto Khulu is ‘the entrepreneur’ Morung Express News Kohima | October 8
After intense training and preparations, Inoto Khulu was declared ‘The Entrepreneur’ by Rajeev Chandrasekhar, prominent Indian businessman and MP from Karnataka. He will be awarded five lakh rupees towards his business. Battling 17 other young entrepreneurs, Inoto Khulu, who is the Co-founder of Design Stash clearly left Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the chief mentor and advisor for the programme impressed with his business plan called ‘Anibus.Com.’ It plans to include a video portal and a commercial directory that covers the entire North East which will provide a platform aimed to promote talent and opportunities. Speaking at the grand finale programme held at hotel Vivor, Kohima this evening, the winner of ‘The Entrepreneur’ stated, “No progress has ever taken place without challenging the status quo.” Inoto Khulu, while presenting his business plan, said that one of the main objectives of his plan is to tell stories of “our” history, culture and create a platform to promote business. “Nothing engages people better than video content,” he said. The final five that were selected were Inoto Khulu, Mhachamo Kithan,
Inoto Khulu
Inoto Kinimi, Abenla Ozukum and Oren Ovung. Rajiv Chandrasekhar applauded Youth Net for initiating the campaign and described it as a ‘unique’ and excellent effort that is unheard of elsewhere in India. He hopes it will transform Nagaland and said that “Challenges shape you. The power of entrepreneurship is backed by perseverance.” He believes that Entrepreneurship will shape India. He praised all the participants whose ideas he found very impressive, not just with the quality but with clarity. At the grand finale, Chief Minister,
Neiphiu Rio appreciated Youth Net for embarking on creative innovations to gear up the Naga youth in the field of entrepreneurship. “I call our society a salary economy because most of our people depend on government jobs. When the salary is not delivered, the economy is down,” he said. He added that the difference between rich countries and poor countries is not the age of the country but the people and their attitude, citing examples of Japan, Canada and Switzerland, where people follow certain norms. “We are not poor because we lack natural resources, we are poor because we lack attitude and we lack the will to comply. If we want to live like any developed society, we have to work for it,” he said. “Everybody should work hard and produce and become a producing society. It’s all about the commitment we give to our work.” Talking about the poor power supply in Nagaland, Rio reminded that there is extreme default in revenue payment in Nagaland. “The State runs a loss in terms of 100 crores.” “Even though we are educated we are yet to be civilized,” the Chief Minister remarked and added that Nagas cannot balance “our” emotions and our feelings and that work culture is absent among Nagas. “You work, you earn, you save, then it multiplies,” he asserted.
Honours five personalities for their contribution to the preservation, development and promotion of Ao language
Morung Express News Dimapur | October 8
Ao vernacular daily, Tir Yimyim honoured five eminent Ao personalities commemorating the daily’s 10th year of publication on Tuesday, October 8; which is also Tir Yimyim’s foundation day. Chief Secretary, Alemtemshi Jamir, who was the chief patron of the event, handed away the commendations (Tir Yimyim Award of Honour 2013) to Prof. A. Lanunüngsang Ao (Pro Vice Chancellor, Nagaland University and chairman of Ao Senden Literature Committee), N. Talitemjen (IAS retired), Tsüknung Penzü (former minister) and Rev. C. Walu Walling (former Education & Literature Secretary of the Ao Baptist Arogo Mungdang). T. Senka Ao (former editor of vernacular newspaper – Ao Milen), could not attend to receive the award. They were selected for the awards in recognition of their contribution to the preservation, development and promotion of Ao language. The event also witnessed a panel discussion on the topic, ‘Ao Language as an Agent of Change’ with Joint director of Information & Public relations, Limawati Longchar moderating the discussion. In the panel were the award recipients. Jamir, in his address, while quoting statistics, stated that the survival of
The awardees along with the Chief Secretary, Alemtemshi Jamir and the Editor of Tir Yimyim at the IMC Hall, Dimapur on October 8. Photo by Manen Aier
ethnic languages the world over is under threat. Quoting UNESCO-sourced statistics, Jamir pointed to the alarming trend of ethnic languages going extinct, and many more which are on the verge of extinction. Tibeto-Burman class of languages, of which Ao language is also a part, is also in the endangered list, he said, while adding that chances are the Ao language might also disappear. Taking the Native Americans as an instance, he said that it is sad to know that many North American indigenous tribes have lost touch with their own mother tongue. On the topic, Ao Language as an Agent of Change, he said that when one talks of ushering in change “Do we really understand the problems facing Nagas today.” The generation of Aos who preceded the present did not only think for themselves but for the greater Naga cause, he said, while
adding that envisioning only in terms of tribal lines will not work. Stating that many elements are involved in the process of change, he said that imbibing work culture and reform of the prevalent social system are two important aspect of it. “We will not progress unless we imbibe work and industrial culture.” Supu Jamir, president of the Ao Senso Telongjem Dimapur, speaking at the event, lauded the contribution of Tir Yimyim. Quoting one of Winton Churchill’s rousing lines “The price of greatness is responsibility”; he said that the underlying message of the line is perhaps exemplified by Tir Yimyim and the people running the newspaper. Language is a people’s identity, he said, and to maintain its identity, a people must promote and preserve its native tongue. At the same time, one must also not forget the importance of other languages, he added.
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