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Massive student protests Nagaland Congress questions spark tension in Kashmir appointment process in Police

Srinagar, april 17 (ianS): Widespread protests by students in the Kashmir Valley on Monday heightened tensions as dozens of students and policemen were injured in clashes. The students clashed with police in Srinagar, Bandipora, Baramulla, Anantnag, Pulwama, Kupwara, Kulgam and Shopian districts.

The students had called for protests against Saturday’s incident in Pulwama town in which over 50 students were injured in fighting with security forces after objecting to the setting up of a security post outside the college. Security forces had entered the Pulwama college on Saturday.

Students of S.P. College in Srinagar blocked the Maulana Azad Road on Monday as police used tear smoke in a bid to clear it.

The students resorted to massive stone pelting at the police, resulting in injuries to the Station House Officer of Kothibagh police station and two of his guards.

Three students were also injured in the clashes.

Police used dozens of tear smoke shells to disperse the students who kept regrouping to engage the police on the streets.

Girls from a women’s college in Srinagar also joined the protests as police battled hard to bring the situation under control.

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Points to ‘alarming appointment of non locals and underqualified candidates’ in state police department

(Left) An Indian policeman throws a tear-gas canister during a protest in Srinagar. (Right) A Kashmiri student throws a piece of stone during a protest in Srinagar April 17. (REUTERS)

ing Residency Road and Lal Chowk areas closed as tension spread.

Protests and clashes also erupted between students in Pulwama town despite the authorities having ordered the closure of the college there for two days following Saturday’s incident.

Students also indulged in heavy stone pelting at the security forces in Baramulla, Shopian, Kulgam, Anantnag, Dooru, Kupwara, Ganderbal, Tral and Bandipora towns.

Protests took place inside the Kashmir University and the Central University here but these were peaceful.

Reports said over three dozen students and two dozen security men were injured in Monday’s clashes in the Valley.

Kashmir colleges, universities to remain shut on Tuesday Colleges, universities and other higher education institutes in Kashmir will remain closed on Tuesday following the unprecedented protests by students across the valley, authorities said.

All examinations scheduled for Tuesday have also been postponed, an official said. Internet facilities were also suspended on Monday to prevent uploading of pictures from the protests by youths on the social media.

Restrain security forces in Kashmir: CPI The CPI on Monday called for restraining the security forces from attacking civilians in Jammu and

Kashmir to win the confidence of the people in the state, which has been rattled by a series of fresh clashes.

A party statement expressed “a serious concern” over the “growing alienation of the people of Jammu and Kashmir” that it said was reflected in the lowest ever 7 per cent turnout of voters in the byelection to the Srinagar Lok Sabha constituency on April 12. “The anger and frustration reflected in the boycott of election by a large number of people,” the statement said.

It said the state and central governments were trying to handle the Kashmir situation as a mere law and order problem which has “worsened the situation and alienated the people in a big way”.

DiMapUr, april 17 (MExn): The Nagaland Congress today questioned the “alarming appointment of non locals and under/unqualified candidates in the Nagaland State Police Department.

A press note from the party alleged that the state government is “being shifty” and accused the NPF of being “abusive over backdoor appointment, the latter even claiming that appointments were not given to non locals but only to deserving Naga youth.”

“This claim is ridiculous; NPF is plainly ignorant of ground reality, particularly about appointment in Police Department,” it stated.

The Nagaland Congress meanwhile furnished data, which it stated was acquired through the PHQ Office in reply to an RTI query.

It revealed that from January 2009 to December 3, 2015, altogether 7005 candidates were appointed against the post of constable, NCE, ABSI, UBSI and ASI. The breakup of educational standard/qualification of these 7005 candidates, according to the data, is: MA/Equivalent: 64 (0.91%); BA/Equivalent: 610 (9%); 10+: 1381 (20%); and 0-10: 4050 (71%) (Qualification of those not specified are included here).

The Nagaland Congress stated that most non-tribal appointees are in the category of Class 0-10.

It informed that later, the PHQ Office gave a revised figure at 6838.

“Even then, 747 Non-Locals were appointed which is 11% of total appointment,” the party pointed out.

Their appointment was fourth highest (as of December 3, 2015).

It further informed that the modes of appointment, in the case of 6838 candidates were: Recruitment process: 1160 (17%); Departmental: 1672 (24%); and PHQ, Comdnt, SP etc: 4007 (59%).

The Nagaland Congress noted that departmental appointments were “more of direct appointment in most battalions and units rather than through actual recruitment process.” Direct appointment might have crossed over 70% because around 71% of appointees are in the category of Class 0-10 and unquestionably they had not gone through any recruitment process, it postulated.

It also informed that recently that the PHQ Office furnished information that altogether there are 23805 employees (as of October 13 2016) in the Police Department. Out of this total figure, 3418 are non-Locals, which constitute about 15% of the employees in the department. Non-locals are currently second highest employees in police department, surpassing all native tribes (except one) of Nagaland State, the party claimed.

It further informed that detailed records of each battalion & unit are in the custody of the party and the stated findings “can be substantiated with further evidences, as and when need arises.

The Nagaland Congress reminded that as of March 31, 2016, , 70420 young job seekers were registered in the Live Register with the Office of Employment, Skill & Entrepreneurship, Nagaland, Kohima in various categories: The included: Under Matriculate: 21033; Matriculate: 11902; Pre-University: 13025; Graduate: 19068; Post Graduate: 3795; Degree (Tech): 920; and Diploma: 67.

This, the party pointed out, “is the harsh reality the state government is unwilling to address.” “NPF is not even aware, yet senselessly challenging those who have facts. Appoint-

29, 631 disabled persons in Nagaland Nagaland produced 21, 763 MT spices in 2015-16 Our Correspondent Kohima | April 17

There are about 29, 631 disabled persons in Nagaland state, with the state disability percentage at 1.5%. This was stated in the Nagaland Economic Survey 2016-17

tabled in the recent state assembly session here by Parliamentary Secretary for Economics & Statistics, Tovihoto Ayemi. The report stated that disabled students from Class A to VIII are also provided with scholarship of Rs. 200 per head per month.

Financial assistance of Rs. 200 per month is provided to needy disabled persons and totally blind Our Correspondent persons. Under IGNDPS, deservKohima | April 17 ing BPL persons with severe multiple disabilities from 18-59 years Nagaland State produced 21, 763 of age are provided with pension MT of spices during 2015-16, with of Rs. 300 per month, it added. the area used for cultivation of spices increased to 6, 578 hectares.

Turmeric recorded the highest productivity with 15, 843 kg/hectare during 2015-16.

This was stated in the Nagaland Economic Survey 2016-17 tabled in the recent state assembly session here by Parliamentary presence here,” the CM stated.

The IMCT team comprises of Scretary for Economics & StatisJoint Secretary (Police-1) MHA, tics, Tovihoto Ayemi.

A variety of spices like CardaKumar Alok as the team leader; Director, Department of Agricul- mom, Black Pepper, Turmeric and ture, Co-operation and Farmers Naga chilly are grown in Nagaland.

Welfare Kolkatta, Dr. Manoharan; During 2014-15 the total area under Joint Director Department of Ex- spices was 5, 682 hectares achievpenditure, Ministry of Finance ing a production of 19, 765 MT. Delhi, SC Meena; AD (H) Department of Rural Development, Fruits and vegetables Out of the over 20 items each Delhi, Mohit Verma and Executive Engineer, Ministry of Road of fruits and vegetables grown, baTransport and Highways, Guwa- nanas and pineapples are known hati, Sachin Kumar Gautam as to have the highest productivity in members. the state.

The meeting was also attendIn 2015-16, the banana fruit reed by the state Chief Secretary, corded a productivity of 15, 091 kgs/ Pankaj Kumar. Additional Chief hectare and pineapples recorded Secretary, Temjen Toy, besides 13, 781 kgs/hectare, followed by paother high ranking government paya and jackfruit with a productivofficials were also present. ity of 12, 358 kgs/hectare and 12, 332

Central team assesses flood and landslide damages in Nagaland

KOHiMa, april 17 (MExn): A five member Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) along with the Nagaland State Disaster Management Association (NSDMA) officials called on Nagaland State Chief Minister, Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu at his residential office in Kohima today.

A press note from the CMO informed that the IMCT visited the state for an on-the-spot assessment of the situation in the wake of floods/landslides in Nagaland during 2016.

The Central team and the State Disaster Management officials briefed the Chief Minister on how the natural calamities caused damages in the state and gave a power point presentation during the meeting.

Dr. Shürhozelie expressed his gratitude to the team for taking the trouble to make the visit. He said that Nagaland is a small state but it has its fair share of problems.

He mentioned that Nagaland is a resource crunch state totally dependent on the Centre, and disasters are an unexpected chapter which draw considerable amount from the state exchequer. He said the soil in Nagaland is young which makes it more landslide prone than the neighboring states.

The floods in the Brahmaputra river are because of rainfall in Nagaland, he added. “The damages caused by rainfall here are often overlooked since our soils don’t retain the rain water which destroys not only our crops but also our roads. We feel encouraged by your

kgs/hectare respectively.

Among the vegetables, Tapioca recorded the highest productivity with 14, 897 kg/hectare, followed by carrot and chowchow with 11, 958 kgs/hectare and 11, 923 kgs/ hectare respectively.

The total acreage under cultivation of fruits and vegetables increased by 23.18% and 30.66% respectively during the period 2011-12 to 2014-15, while the production during the same period measured a percentage increase of 84.65 % and 116.40 % respectively.

However, when the total area under fruits in 2015-16 showed an increase of 696 hectares over 201415, the total production showed a decline of 4, 287 MT. Similarly, the total area under vegetables showed an increase of 1, 636 hectares, and decrease in total production by 9, 723 MT during the same period.

Plantation crops Meanwhile, the major plantation crops grown in Nagaland include Coconut, Arecanut, Cashewnut and Coffee. The total area under plantation crops was recorded at 4, 596 hectares in 2014-15. This increased to 4, 679 hectares in 2015-16. However, the production decreased during the same period by 269 MT.

Reliving feasts and traditions: Kerunyi festival Ketholeno Neihu Kohima | April 17

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Phesama village, Merama khel today celebrated an extravagant traditional feast, popularly known as the ‘Kerunyi’ among the Angamis as a mark towards upholding the values of traditional practices.

Organized and initiated by the khel’s youth organization, they observed the need for reviving and understanding the conceptual uniqueness of Naga traditional practices. As an entity, the leaders urged the youth to live their lives well through

hardwork and sincerity, bridging oneself from immoral activities and corruption which has become rampant today.

Among many other festivals and feasting of the Angami tribe, ‘Kerunyi’ coincides with the transplanting of paddy in the field. While rice plantation is labour intensive, the festival continues for three to four days. “Different ‘Pelikro’ or ‘age-sets’ relish the days with meat curry, rice beer, singing traditional songs, dancing and competing through traditional games. During rice plantation seasons, young boys and girls in the same ‘Peli’ make

rounds in every field,” Zathole, the eldest attendee shared.

Vibrantly dressed in traditional attire, seventeen “Pelikro” or peer groups or age-sets from the khel participated in the festival. The peer attendees aged from 15- 60 years. A variety of indigenous food items such as pork, duck, snail, chutney etc were prepared.

The festival marked its day’s conclusion with a walk of about 2 kilometers from the field to the village Morung with women leading the line followed by men singing enchanting songs or ‘keA man enjoys the feast at the ‘Kerunyi’ celebration held in Phesama village on April 17. whu’.

ment in police department is just the tip of iceberg but it speaks volume about the dirt of backdoor appointments elsewhere,” it added.

It said that the state government and the NPF “as usual may still react negatively but whichever way they react, they must first give straight, no beating around the bush, answers to three vital questions: (i) Why & how non Locals are given such unacceptable size of appointment (15% of total employees) in police department by depriving that much the locals? (ii) Why around 71% appointment were given to under/unqualified candidates and only about 29% to qualified candidates during 2009 - 2015, when 50000 or more Naga educated youth are steadily rendered jobless? (iii) Why is only 17% of appointment done through open recruitment process and massive 83% through questionable departmental process & direct appointment by PHQ, Unit Commandant and SP during 2009 - 2015?”

The citizens, it affirmed, “must learn the truth and react at appropriate time.” The Nagaland Congress termed it a pity that “parents invest so much on children’s education and students spend good many years for higher education but the elected government does not believe in preferential treatment for the qualified in jobs.”

It further informed that the Nagaland Congress will bring out more employment related “facts & figures” to “reveal why large educated youth have become jobless due to excessive appointment of non locals, excessive direct appointment and excessive appointment of under/unqualified candidates in different government establishments.”

The present government, it claimed is “not likely to reconsider the case of backdoor appointment; still then the case is placed before conscious citizens to rethink what sort of government they had elected and what they must do henceforth.”

Naga doctor drowns in Nagpur DiMapUr, april 17 (MExn): A doctor from Nagaland drowned in Gadchiroli district of Nagpur in Maharashtra during an outing with friends on April 16. The deceased, identified as Dr. L Rungcho Jami of Chudi village, Wokha was serving as Medical Officer at Bhamragarh, Maharashtra. A memorial service was held on Monday at the Government Medical College organized by NCF, Nagpur.

Family sources informed that the body was flown to Delhi on Monday night. It is scheduled to reach Dimapur by flight on Tuesday afternoon. Thereafter, the deceased’s mortal remains will be taken to his parental home in Wokha where a funeral is scheduled to be held on Wednesday. Family sources said that late Dr Jami’s community service was widely known in Bhamragarh area. Bhamragarh, where he was posted is 330 km from Nagpur and the remote villagers held him in respect owing to his community service and they wanted him to continue serving in the area despite expiry of his bond agreement with the government. It was further reported that news channels were supposed to interview him within a fortnight regarding his community service.

SH withdraws April 13, 2016 resolution DiMapUr, april 17 (MExn): The Sumi Hoho in its executive meeting held on April 10 at Sumi Hoho Ki, Zunheboto reviewed its April 13, 2016 meeting resolution where one Luhevi Achumi was debarred from active participation in any of the Sumi social organizations for a period of 6 years with effect from the month of April 2016. A press note from the Sumi Hoho informed that as a respect to the request of the Western Sumi Hoho to withdraw the resolution, the Hoho, after thorough deliberation, has withdrawn the April 13, 2016 Executive Meeting Resolution.

NSCN (R) demands release of cadres DiMapUr, april 17 (MExn): The NSCN (R) today issued a statement coming down heavily on what it alleged was the “ghastly act of NSCN (IM) detention of its cadres without any rhyme and reason, when the Nagas were yearning for peace and unity amongst the various sections of Naga society.”

A press note from the MIP of the NSCN (R) stated that it would not tolerate such incidents anymore and further demanded unconditional release of its cadres in order to create a congenial and peaceful atmosphere among the groups, peoples and society at large and in the interest of the Naga peoples as well.

It further appealed to the NSCN (IM) to “abstain from such unwanted activities considering the fragile Naga political situation at hand.” It reminded the NSCN (IM) that NSCN (R) “would not remain mute spectator, but will act accordingly, where the NSCN (IM) should be held accountable should there be any unwanted situation.”

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3000 applicants for ‘Housing for All’ scheme in Dimapur

Verification starts April 18 Morung Express News Dimapur | April 17

Altogether, 3000 applications approximately have been received by the Department of Municipal Affairs (DMA) within Dimapur. Verification of the documents of applicants would start from April 18-20 for ward numbers 1 and 2 under Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC) from 10 am to 3 pm daily at the DMC office premises.

Other wards would be taken

DMC Administrator, H. Atokhe Aye addressing the meeting at DMC office premises on Monday. (Morung Photo)

up in a phase wise manner which would be intimated at a later stage.

This was informed by the DMA officials during

a meeting with the Colony Council Chairmen and GBs of Dimapur Municipality at DMC office premises on Tuesday. During the

meeting, officials of DMA tasked to look into implementation of the Housing for All scheme under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana

briefed the gathering on the technical aspects on how to go about with the scheme.

Meanwhile, during the meeting Executive Engineer, DMC, Er Badal Badra informed the gathering that the DMC would be forming ward wise committee on solid waste segregation and informed that the Municipal would be providing two dustbins free of cost to each household for the purpose of waste segregation.

Joint Director (HoD) DMA, Zanbemo, DMC Administrator, H. Atokhe Aye and other officials were also present during the meeting.

Building lives through carpentry

Chetheba Town Baptist Church organise youth camp

ChEthEba towN, april 17 (mExN): The Chetheba Town Baptist Church organised youth camp at Ruzazu, K Bawe Baptist Church (KBCC) Project under Phek district on April 13-16 with the theme ‘Jesus is the answer’.

Altogether 116 members attended the camping and under Rev. Vepocü Epao, pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church, Pfutsero, 17 youth members were baptized.

The main speakers were Vepocü Epao, pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church, Pfutsero and Wepre Mero, pastor of Chakhesang Baptist Church Minister's Hill,

Youth campers along with Wepre Mero, Pastor of Chakhesang Baptist Church Kohima, Minister Hill and other dignitaries of Chetheba Baptist Church at Ruzazu on Saturday.

Kohima.

The speakers spoke on topics such as why am I here on earth? Give God thy best, be rooted in Him,

living a Godly life in an ungodly world, enjoy your life with God, the joy of the Lord is my strength that was being sermon during

the camping.

Sunrise service was also being held on Easter Sunday at the project premises. Vechutso Nyekha youth

director, Chetheba during his sharing, stressed on the youths to wake up early in the morning and maintained that people who wake up early are that person who does their duty on time and those people are successful in their life.

Some the commitments made by the youth members were to abstained sex until marriage, avoid pornography and to follow Jesus Christ at all times no matter hard or easy life is.

During the three-day camping, bible study was conducted by Zapose Dawhuo, associate pastor of Chetheba.

Kiphire town GBs’ interact with Commandant 7AR Morung Express News Kiphire | April 17

The GBs of Kiphire town today paid a courtesy visit to Colonial Aditya Verma Commandant 7AR Kiphire and discussed to work hand in hand for peace and harmony in the district.

While interacting with the GBs, Colonial Aditya Verma said that the Assam Rifles are working for peace in the district and asked the co-operation and support of the GBs. He also said that while performing duty the Assam Rifle see that the general public people are well protected and asked the GBs not to intervene when un-

derground who have violated the rules are apprehended by the Jawans. He also asked the GBs to play proactive rule to bring peace and harmony in the district so that all the tribe co-exist peacefully in the town.

Meanwhile, the GBs officials acknowledged the presence of the Assam Rifle in the district and assured to extend full support to the AR and expressed the need to renovate their customary court which is the only place for any meetings discussion and gathering to addresses the need of the people.

The Commandant assured the GBs to renovate their customary court which GBs of Kiphire town today with Colonial Aditya Verma Commandant 7AR Kiphire during the they have requested for. courtesy visit on April 17. (Morung Photo)

Noumvüzolie Sachü (L) seen here with others at his unit.

Vishü Rita Krocha Kohima | April 17

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aving found gainful employment in the construction sector, Noumvüzolie Sachü asserts that “there is so much scope here starting from the smallest thing to the biggest.” A graduate of Kohima College, he has defied the odds and chose to be a carpenter when most people his age sought for government jobs.

“I would attend school and come back to help my brother, from whom I learnt all the necessary skills needed in this profession”, he recalls. While his brother runs “Sachü Mechanized Furniture”, Noumvüzolie Sachü started “Tribal Touch”, a furniture unit in 2008, also giving employment opportunities to many school dropouts.

He firmly believes that “life is a learning process” and in this connection, also expresses that, “nothing is hard to learn if you concentrate in it.” Over the years, he has groomed a number of local youths who dropped out of school.

“We could be working with non-Nagas but it’s very important that we groom our own people”, he emphasizes. Tribal Touch currently employs 8 Naga youths from different districts of Nagaland.

“One of the challenges is disciplining our own people”, he points out. “The discouragement in working with dropouts initially is that they cannot work, but lead high lifestyles”, he further adds. But in the meantime, he says, “I have seen the change after they joined my furniture unit. Some of them have also given up bad habits like drinking.” He strongly feels that Naga youths need to change their mindsets especially about depending on government jobs.

“We really need to focus on becoming employable first”, he asserts while stating that there is hope ‘if we change our mindsets, and give our time and energy on worthy pursuits.” “There is so much that can be done. We have to believe in ourselves and contribute to the society”, he adds while impressing upon that, “if we can be successful in our respective line of work, it will automatically attract people to it.”

Carpentry, for him “is simply about measurement and calculation.” But it’s also not without challenges even as he points to “the need to tap human resources, disciplining people, and finding those with sincerity in work.”

As carpenters are exposed to wood dust everyday, he also ensures that they take precaution and wear mask while working. “Dust is very bad for the health and we need to work in a clean, hygienic environment”, he states while also stressing that “health is the greatest wealth.”

A firm believer in learning from every new experience, Noumvüzolie Sachü says, the most fulfilling aspect of his job is being able to satisfy his clients and customers by creating quality products. To this day, he has no regret that he found employment in what he would call an “undiscovered field”, which has eventually given him a fulfilling career.

It may be mentioned here that Tribal Touch Furniture Unit is located in Seikhazou, Kohima and deals with all kinds of furniture. *Year of Construction Workers (YOCW) is a joint programme of the Government of Nagaland in partnership with YouthNet, Zynorique and the Department of Labour & Employment, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.

DOPT Induction Training needed ‘Clean Election has to be a to improve public delivery system campaign people’s movement’

Reverend Father Victor D'Mello SJ, Principal of Loyola Higher Secondary School, Jakhama with students from North East India on Easter holiday tour to Kidima Vegetable Village at Thokhwezu (Village View) on April 17.

Governor of Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh, PB Acharya with Keneiseno Uneino Neihu (right), Gold Medal winner form Mangalore University at Raj Bhavan Kohima on April 17.

During their interaction the Governor advised Keneiseno, for her further studies, to take up a research course so as to help the society. (DIPR Photo)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We the bereaved family members and relatives would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all who stood by us physically, financially and unceasing prayer support from far and near at the sudden demise of our beloved Lt. Mutsitso Thuluo, who left us for his eternal home on 19th March 2017.

We deeply regret our inability to thank you all personally, but it is our prayer that Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

Loving childre n and relatives

Dimapur, april 17 (Dipr): The second phase of DOPT Induction Training Programme for the newly recruited group B & C employees of State government of Dimapur District got underway at Circuit House, Dimapur on April 17.

Director, ATI & Secretary, Cooperation, Lithrongla G. Chishi IAS graced the inaugural programme as the guest of honour. Addressing the gathering, she thanked Deputy Director (Training) ATI & Programme Coordinator for Dimapur District, Kaholi Sema for the sacrifices made for successful conduct of the training and also expressed appreciation to all TOTs for coming forward to help conduct the programme besides their official works.

The Director reminded the trainees that they are government servants, appointed to carry out the works assigned to them and are expected to do the same. She said that being group B & C employees are in the

Director, ATI & Secretary, Cooperation, Lithrongla G. Chishi IAS addressing the programme.

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frontline public service delivery the training was felt needed to improve the public delivery system by shouldering the responsibilities assigned to them with positive attitude and integrity. She further urged the gathering to bring out the best in them and generate happiness and success not only for them but to everyone around no mat-

ter in what circumstances they entered the service. She therefore, urged the gathering to perform their assigned duties and responsibilities with sincerity, integrity and humane feeling giving cordial assistance to whoever needed their service setting good example.

Lithrongla encouraged the participants not only to equip themselves to be better government servants through the training programme but also to teach other colleagues who do not have the chance to attend the training. She was optimistic that the training would have a positive impact on image building and governance of the state government.

Inaugural function was chaired by DPRO, Dimapur, Lolano Patton while vote of thanks was proposed by SDO (C), Dimapur, Albert Ezung. Introduction to the training programme was given by Deputy Director (Training), ATI & Coordinator for Dimapur District, Kaholi Sema.

‘Youth on the Move’ seminar held

moKoKChuNg, april 17 (mExN): A seminar on youth empowerment under the theme “Youth on the Move” was held today at Kubolong block headquarters under Mokokchung district organized by the Kubolong Kaketshir Telungjem, the students’ union of Kubolong town as part of its golden jubilee celebrations due to be held 2020.

The objective of the seminar was to train a select few genuinely interested youths in the field of entrepreneurship so that they will have become established entrepreneurs by 2020. Dr.Aoyimsen Jamir, Convenor ATMA Kubolong and Renbemo, SMS Horticulture Mokokchung were the resource persons for the topic “self sustenance through small scale agri-business” while Limalenden Longkumer was the resource person on the topic “confidence building and entrepreneurship.”

Participants of the seminar on youth empowerment held today at Kubolong block on April 17.

Kohima, april 17 (mExN): The Men’s Department of Jakhama Baptist Church conducted one day seminar for its members on April 15 at Jakhama Baptist Church.

Speaking on ‘Clean Election’, Kezhokhoto made a strong statement that there must be a breakthrough in this forth coming State General Assembly Election to be held early 2018. Stating that Clean Election campaign has to be a people’s movement, inclusive of all sections of people, he said, “let us all take it as the greatest opportunity to contribute towards good governance and nation building.”

Kezhokhoto Savi who is the President of NVCO and Convenor, ACAUT Nagaland (legal cell) said, “in the context of our Naga society, we misuse our birth-right indulging in proxy voting, selling and buying votes, multiple entries in electoral rolls, community decision against the individuals freedom of choice, involvement of national workers, booth capturing, huge money drained either to win or lose, tamper date of birth, camps becomes a breeding ground of all kinds of malpractices such as, use of alcohol, drugs, gambling, sexual immoralities, violence, etc. “Let us not misuse God-given responsibility for our selfish gains,” Savi stated.

Savi has also suggested to the candidates or political party not to encourage strong supporters or party-workers as it is one of the main causes of expensive electioneering process and these supporters may continue to drain public funds meant for constituency development and others.

Highlighting few testimonies gathered by a Pastor during the last State General Assembly Election includes a chairman of a village was offered a Bolero but he refused to take it, a man was visited and bribed with Rs.1,00,000/but he refused it, a young man was offered Rs.50,000/- but he refused to take it, one leader was offered Rs.20 lakhs and a Bolero but he refused to take both, etc.

A press release issued by Kehocho Tase, Chairman, Jakhama Baptist Church Men’s Department informed that a nagamese video film based on clean election was shown to the congregation.

Later, the entire congregation took a pledge “not to cast any proxy vote, not to take money, not to indulge in substance abuse, sexual immorality and in any form of corrupt activities, not to manipulate or misguide others, to have only one Voter’s Identity Card, to maintain secret voting, to honour the freedom of choice, etc.”

Other speakers were Dr. K. Acho Sophie, Ketholeho Kulnu and Rev. Dr. Mechiehol Savi who spoke on Good Health, Role of Men, and God fearing family respectively.

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court moved over defence Genomic boost to protect Green encroachment in Meghalaya Assam's muga silkworm

KolKata, april 17 (iaNS): A "snapshot" of the muga silkworm genome decoded by Indian scientists offers vital clues for imparting disease-resistance to help conserve the economically important insect which spins the distinctive golden yellow fabric synonymous with Assam.

Bioengineering Research Laboratory (BERL) at IIT-Guwahati, in collaboration with the Central Silk Board (CSB) has, for the first time, dug inside the transcriptome-genetic blueprints that are needed to translate the information stored in the DNA into functional gene products such as proteins.

In the muga silkworm's case, components that shield it against diseases and provide immunity, were deciphered.

"We have for the first time decoded the comprehensive transcriptome of muga silkworm using next-generation sequencing. Information obtained by transcriptomic studies along with full genome sequence will help draw research strategies for protection of muga silkworm from the vagaries of nature," Utpal Bora, team leader at BERL, told IANS about the latest study.

Transcriptomes (collection of messenger RNA molecules in a tissue or

cell) are indicative of gene activity and can vary with external environmental conditions.

So, analysing transcriptome provides an idea about how environmental factors drive gene activity and influence immunity in the silkworm.

"Once the full molecular information is decoded, advanced technologies like 'genome editing' and 'genome engineering' can help immensely in conservation and development of new muga silkworm varieties in future," Bora said.

A. assamensis, popularly known as the muga silkworm, is the most important component of the Assamese silk industry and it hugely contributes towards employment generation in northeastern India, having great socio-economic and cultural significance for several tribes and communities of the region.

Around 60,000 families are engaged in the muga silk industry in Assam. A little amount of muga silk is also produced in Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland.

It is also a source for novel biomaterials that have applications in skincare, tissue engineering and the like.

Despite acquisition of a Geographical Indication tag, this silkworm and the associated industry remains vulnerable.

For one, the insect's habitat preferences are restricted to northeast India, adding to its vulnerability.

"In addition, widespread use of pesticides in tea gardens, jhum cultivation and deforestation threaten its survivability.

With global warming, increased urbanisation and lack of awareness among youths with respect to seri-

culture as a profession, the scenario is very discouraging for the muga-culture in the region," said Hasnahana Chetia, a research scholar and lead author of the study.

Disease and pest infestation also ravage the rearing of the seed crop (silkworm eggs). It is subjected to viral, bacterial, fungal and protozoan diseases that result in heavy crop losses up to 40 per cent for individual diseases.

Chetia also pointed to the fact that governments across the world have invested heavily during the last two decades and scientists have doggedly led studies to understand and experimentally engineer the genetic make-up of the mulberry silkworm.

However, very little has been done for conservation of the muga variety of Assam, she lamented.

As early as 1900, Japan had initiated research on the mulberry silkworm (Bombyx mori).

Recently, Chinese scientists claimed to have found a way to turn silkworms into virus killers, a technology they say will not only increase worldwide silk production but can also fight human viruses such as HIV. In fact, mulberry silkworm is one of the most researched insects after fruit flies and has contributed to

developments and discoveries in other disciplines as well, said study co-author Deepika Singh.

According to P. Jayaprakash, former Director of the National Silkworm Seed Organisation (under CSB), only two per cent of the total silk produced in the country is of the muga variety.

The northeastern states generate about 170 tonnes of muga annually, he said.

"Though they are all northeastern states, the microclimate differs. There is a gulf between production and productivity. I hope within a few years the scientists will supply disease-resistant worms, so we can produce muga in different seasons and different zones. The target is 200 tonnes for 2016-2017.

In the days to come there is scope for enhancing production because this is the beginning of a study," Jayaprakash told IANS. "The construction of a transcriptome database is under way at our laboratory to facilitate better dissemination and usage of the information generated in this study," added co-researcher Debajyoti Kabiraj.

Ponnala Vimal Mosahari, Suradip Das, Pragya Sharma, Kartik Neog, Swagata Sharma and P. Jayaprakash are the other authors of the study, published in February in the Gene journal.

Gogoi calls for water sharing accord between India, China Guwahati, april 17 (iaNS): Former Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on Monday demanded that India enter into a water sharing agreement over the Brahmaputra river with China, so that Assam was not deprived of its share of the river water.

Gogoi raised the issue with Chinese Ambassador Luo Zhaohui who visited Gogoi at his official residence in Guwahati late Sunday evening. Luo Zhaohui is on a three-day visit to Assam.

"The reports of China's proposed construction of big hydro power dams in the upper reaches of Brahmaputra river is a matter of concern to us. I have taken up the issue with the Chinese Ambassador. He said that there is no reason for apprehensions for Assam

about the water flow," said Gogoi while addressing the media later.

"I told him that the flow of (water in) Assam should not be affected. I am also going to write to the Prime Minister and Minister of External Affairs. There should be a water sharing agreement between the two countries which will ensure that there is no impact on flow of water," said Gogoi.

The former Chief Minister said that he also took up with the Chinese Ambassador the issue of Indian insurgents taking shelter in the neighbouring country.

"The Chinese Ambassador refuted the reports and said that China had not been giving shelter to any Indian insurgent outfits," Gogoi added.

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sequences," GLCDS General Secretary Anthony Marwein said in his petition.

The Lawsohtun area located within Shillong district has dense forest cover which has many precious plant species and several streams and rivulets coming from the Shillong Peak.

These are the sources of drinking water to the inhabitants of the city.

The forest is jointly maintained and controlled by the various Village Councils of the area.

While hearing a Public Interest Litigation on the matter in 2005, the Gauhati High Court had directed the advisory body constituted under the Meghalaya Protection of Catchment Area Act, 1990, to notify and declare the Lawsohtun forest and adjoining places as catchment areas within two months but nothing

has been done so far.

Noting that Lawsohtun forest area is a community land and the defence authorities has no right, title and interest over it, Marwein said that the situation has come to such a pass that unless immediate necessary measures are adopted, a large chunk of population of Shillong would be adversely affected only because of the ineffectiveness of the State machinery to fulfil its legal and Constitutional duties.

The petition observed that unless the tribunal intervenes by declaring the Lawsohtun area as a critical catchment area and directs the defence authorities to immediately stop all construction work in the area, the people of Lawsohtun and Shillong will suffer immense loss and injury for no fault on their part.

National, Tripura issues to dominate CPI-M meet in Delhi New Delhi/aGartala, april 17 (iaNS): Current national political issues and issues relating to election-bound Tripura are likely to dominate the two-day Central Committee meeting of the CPI-M in New Delhi starting from Tuesday, party sources said on Monday.

"The Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) politburo meeting is being held today (Monday) in New Delhi and the party's two-day Central Committee meeting would start

from tomorrow (Tuesday).

At both meetings, prevailing political issues and matters relating to Tripura would be discussed," a CPI-M leader said.

He said Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, also a CPIM politburo member, left Agartala for New Delhi on Sunday to attend the meeting and other Central Committee members from Tripura were on their way to Delhi.

The Left leader said that opposition parties, especially the Bharatiya

Janata Party (BJP), had already started their campaign for the Tripura assembly elections, due in February next year.

"The BJP leaders are conspiring against the Left Front government in Tripura. The BJP-led government at the Centre has been reducing funds in various central projects, including MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act), to put the state in an awkward position," the CP-M leader said.

Candidates of the DPC Completed Police Constable Candidate (Male), 2013 along with their guardians attempted to storm the Manipur Chief Minister's official bungalow today demanding the state government reveal the status/results of their interview but the police thwarted the move of the protestors. They were later picked by the police and left the place.

(NNN Photo)

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Now, therefore, public and relatives are hereby asked to file claims/objections if any, within 30 (thirty) days from the date of issue of this notice. No claims/objections will be entertained after the cut off date and succession Certificate shall be issued.

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ShilloNG, april 17 (iaNS): A civil society group has filed a petition in the National Green Tribunal court over encroachment and pollution in a critical catchment area in Meghalaya by defence authorities, its members said on Monday.

In its petition filed on April 12, the Greater Laban Community Development Society (GLCDS) accused the defence authorities of rampant felling of trees and illegal construction of a boundary wall in the Lawsohtun area.

"The activity of construction and felling of trees is adversely affecting the ecosystem, and thus substantial question relating to protection of environment or critical catchment is involved, wherein the community at large is affected by the environmental con-

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THE MORUNG EXPRESS

Saudi Arabia to boost power generation

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World’s biggest exporter of crude oil to cut oil consumption, develop 30 solar and wind projects in next 10 years

Riyadh, apRil 17 (agencies): Saudi Arabia will develop 30 solar and wind projects over the next 10 years as part of the kingdom’s $50 billion program to boost power generation and cut its oil consumption. The world’s biggest exporter of crude oil will produce

10 percent of its power from renewables by 2023, Energy Minister Khalid Al-Falih said Monday at a conference in Riyadh. It also plans to generate electricity from nuclear plants.

Saudi Arabia will offer a tender in the fourth quarter for 400 mega-

watts of wind power at a project in the northern area of Domat al-Jandal, he said.

The projects are part of a plan to transform the Saudi economy by weaning it off oil and creating new industries. Saudi Arabia plans to develop almost 10 gigawatts of

renewables by 2023, requiring investment of up to $50 billion, AlFalih said in January. The country generated 30 megawatts to 50 megawatts of power from renewables in November, Ziyad Al-Shiha, chief executive officer of Saudi Electricity Co., said at the time.

Saudi Arabian Oil Co., which generates 6 gigawatts of electricity per year, is interested in participating in the second round of bidding for renewable projects, Abdulaziz Al-Judaimi, senior vice president, said at the conference. Generating capacity will increase to 10 gigawatts next year, he said.

The government plans to privatize the power industry, Al-Falih said. Saudi Electricity will be restructured, with its generation, transmission and distribution businesses all operating independently, he said.

“There are no dates established yet, but the process has been moving and we are working on that,” Saudi Electricity’s Al-Shiha said on the sidelines of the conference.

Al-Falih said four generating companies under Saudi Electricity will be privatized. The kingdom will create a new company to trade power locally and wants to sell electricity to other countries, he said.

New Google Earth to be launched on April 18 new yoRk, apRil 17 (ians): Google is reportedly building an overhauled version of its Google Earth that will be unveiled during an Earth Day event in New York City on April 18, a media report said.

According to a report in Express.co.uk on Monday, Google has sent invitations for an Earth Day-themed event to be held at Whitney Museum of Art in New York City.

Google Earth is a virtual globe that allows users to trawl satellite images of the planet's surface. It uses image resolutions that range between 15m to 15cm. One can search any area on the earth through Google Earth.

It is assumed that the new version of Google Earth would replace its Google Maps app.

In 2008, Google included its Street View feature that offers a panoramic view from eye-level of streets across the world, in Google Maps.

A dramatically revamped version of Google Earth could bring in more functionality from Google Maps, including traffic reports and local listings, the report said.

Chahatey ram, General Manager, n.F.railway speking during the 126th Birth anniversary observation of Bharat ratna dr. B.r.Ambedkar at Maligaon railway HQ. the 126th Birth anniversary of Bharat ratna dr. B.r. Ambedkar was observed in the n.F.railway Hq complex, Maligaon today. Large numbers of officer and staff were present on the occasion for paying floral tribute to Dr. B.R.Ambedkar. Chahatey ram, General Manager, n.F.railway inaugurated the programme by lighting the inaugural lamp and addressed the officials present.

CROSSWORD # 3918

MuMbai, apRil 17 (india Today): Jio's world of free services finally came to an end on April 15. Although some Jio SIMs are still working, company has clearly stated that after a stipulated period of time SIMs that have not been recharged with any plans will be disconnected.

So what happens next? Jio is no more going to be free and you have to pay certain amount of money to the company to resume its services. Now, the problem is that the company has launched and abandoned so many plans, all on almost same timeline, that the users are left baffled. Many have done the Rs 99 recharge and wondering what do to do next while many have taken the Prime subscription but have opted for Rs 149 plan. Everything seems disoriented and unsettled. Well, here is your guide to Jio plans and options now.

1. First you have to accept the fact that Jio will be charging you now for whatever services you take. The company last week killed its Summer Surprise offer and introduced a new plan called Jio Dhan Dhana Dhan.

2. Though Jio has revoked its Summer Surprise Offer, users who have already subscribed to the plan before April 11 will continue getting the services until the validity period assured by Jio. Also users who taken plan of Rs 149 or below will be

Just to sum it up Jio Dhan Dhana Dhan plan in short is going to offer you 84 GB 4G data for nearly 3 months at Rs 309 if you are Prime members and opted for 1GB data cap. At the same time you get 168 GB 4G data if you are Prime user and go for 2GB data cap. Non-Prime users will have to pay a little extra to avail Jio services and data.

You will pay Rs 408 for 84GB and Rs 608 for 168 GB 4G data.

Answer Number # 3914

MuMbai, apRil 17 (ians): A significant digital gap exists between the best and worst performing brands in India and the country needs 'Digital Business Leaders' who can address the digital experience that businesses provide to their customers, a new report said on Monday.

Only eight per cent of Indian customers who are unsatisfied with their digital experience would continue to remain loyal to the brand, added the "India Digital Experience" report by SAP, a leader in enterprise application software. It found that 59 per cent of consumers were delighted and 15 per cent unsatisfied with their digital experience.

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later offered given back as voucher. Jio has not specified the exact time of when will this voucher be given.

3. Others will have choose from the two offers that come under Jio Dhan Dhana Dhan: one is for Prime users and the other for non-Prime members.

4. If you are a Prime user then you have an option to choose between 1GB 4G data per day and 2GB 4G data per day. For 1GB data you have to pay Rs 309 while for 2GB it is Rs 509. Unlimited calls, SMSes and other Jio services are also included in the plans. The plan validity last for 84 days and this is only for one-time recharge as for subsequent recharges you get less data and less number of validity days.

5. Non-Prime members too have an option to choose between 1GB and 2GB data plan. For 1GB 4G data per day, you pay Rs 408 while for 2GB it is Rs 608. Free unlimited voice calls, SMSes and Jio bouquet of services are included in the plan and validity is for 84 days.

India in dire need of digital business leaders: Report

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"Digital transformation will be crucial for accelerating the growth of India's economy. The report corroborates the need for the industry to identify 'Digital Business Leaders' who can address the digital experience that businesses provide to their customers," said Deb Deep Sengupta, President and Managing Director, SAP Indian Subcontinent.

It said that India achieved a digital experience score of 44 per cent and automotive is the top performing sector when it comes to delivering best digital experience followed by banking sector.

"Telcos, utilities and government are laggards in providing good digital experience," the report said.

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NAGALAND

Address any concern or issues NSCN (R) hails 46 'home comers' bajaj Dominar launched in Nagaland democratically & amicably: NPUCL The premium bike is touted as a tough competitor in the 350cc-plus range

Dimapur, april 17 (mExN): Naga People's Union for Civil Liberties (NPUCL) today called upon Nagas for addressing any concern or issues “democratically and amicably in the greater interest of all Nagas.”

In this regard, NPUCL in a statement issued by its President Kahorngam Zimik, appealed all Naga Tribal Organizations and particularly the Ao Senden to reconsider its “decision

Morung Express News Dimapur | April 17

Bajaj Auto’s latest offering in the premium bike segment – the Dominar 400 went on sale today.

Priced at Rs. 1, 60,151 (exshowroom - Dimapur), the Dominar was launched at SK Bajaj showroom, Dimapur following its nationwide launch in March.

By far the most powerful of the bikes manufactured by the Indian 2-wheeler giant, Dominaar is Bajaj’s ambitious foray into the 350cc-plus segment following the success of the NS 200 and RS 200 in the Pulsar series.

With an engine displacement of 373cc, it is

Dominar 400 on sale at SK Bajaj showroom, Dimapur. (Morung Photo)

touted as a tough competitor that would ruffle the market in the 350cc-plus range and woo enthusiasts looking for power and sporty finesse. Budget bikers with dreams of laying hands on the famed European brands can come as close to the dream with the

36 Assam Rifles seize contraband marijuana Dimapur, april 17 (mExN): The 36 Assam Rifle has sized 650 grams of contraband marijuana and arrested one person in this connection from Athibung Town on April 16, an AR press note informed.

The contraband was recovered during a search operation carried out based on a specific infor-

mation regarding presence of an arms dealer in general area Athibung by troops of 36 AR and alongwith police representatives, it said.

The apprehendee identified as one Runo Bukh (35yrs) of Athibung Town, along with the recovered items were handed over to Athibung Police Station for further investigation, it added.

Meetings & AppointMents NSCW prog on human trafficking The Nagaland State Commission for Women in association with National Commission for Women (Delhi) is organizing a one day legal awareness programme on human trafficking on April 28, 11AM at Indoor Stadium, Chiephobozou under Kohima district. NSCW said that the invitees of this programme includes tribal hoho, women hoho, DB, GBs, student body, church leaders, local police officers and legal Aid services officials under the jurisdiction of Chiephobozou Sub-Division.

KU (B) Tobu silver jubilee The Silver Jubilee Celebration of the Konyak Union (B) Tobu will be held from April 22-24 at Tobu HQ. In this regard, all the former office bearers and members of the union, public leaders, Village Council Chairman, VDB and VC Secretaries, Head GBs’ Student Union President from Tobu and Mopung area and well wishers are requested to attend the program without fail.

For any queries related to the Jubilee program, members may please contact its Press and Correspondence Secretary YC Langsao @ 8014861926.

PWUD Tsükhenye cum building inauguration The Pfutseromi Welfare Union Dimapur will be celebrating Tsükhenye festival-cum-inauguration of the union’s building on April 20, 10AM at Tenyephu –I, 7th Mile Dimapur. All members of Pfutseromi and in-laws are requested to attend the programme.

Dominar.

Fuel economy is less a concern in the premium segment but as per SK Bajaj sales executives, it returns with a mileage of roughly 20-25 kmpl.

At 35PS of power and 35Nm of torque, the Dominar shoots to 100km/h in

8.23 seconds, states the Dominar’s promotional brochure. With a low saddle, a 13-litre capacity fuel tank and comfortable riding stance, it promises strength and stability for those into bike tours and manoeuvrability in congested city roads.

Pre-recruitment ‘guidance rally’ in Kohima Dimapur, april 17 (mExN): The District Administration, Kohima in Collaboration with the 78th CRPF Battalion, Zubza and with the support of Ujala will be organising an Army and para-military Forces pre-recruitment Guidance Rally on April 19, 7AM onwards at Local Ground, Kohima.

The rally is meant for those Candidates who have applied or applying for recruitment in any Army and paramilitary forces. In this connection, SDO (C) Dev, Kohima Anyei Walliemp has requested the candidates to bring all their relevant documents to the training.

Training on fish and carps held pErEN, april 17 (Dipr): A five-day training and demonstration program on culture of India major carps and carps and India exotic carps concluded on April 15 at Ahthibung town.

Resource person, DFO C Dory Yanthan spoke on details concerning various fish diseases and its occurrences due to faulty environmental conditions like oxygen deficiency, high or very low water temperature, chemical pollutants, overcrowding, malnutrition, algae blooms etc and

Dimapur, april 17 (mExN): NSCN (R) today claimed that 46 cadres from different Naga Political Groups (NPGs) have recently joined its fold.

An MIP NSCN (R) press statement said that the ‘home comers’ include cadres from NSCN ( K), NSCN (IM) , GPRN /NSCN and NNC.

of excommunication” of Naga Hoho President Chuba Ozukum in the greater interest of all Nagas.

It further reiterated and reminded “everyone that Naga Hoho represents all Naga tribes” and by excommunicating its president, “we are harming the prestige and authority of the only united Apex Council of the Nagas which is very precious for the Nagas unity and common journey.” Dimapur, april 17 (mExN): A new Homoeopathic clinic named ‘Ideal Cure Clinic’ was inaugurated and dedicated by Rev. Dr. L Tsanso at Belho Complex, near Classic island, amniungan community in PR hill, Kohima on April 9. his twenties, though they The clinic is owned by Hoare yet to ascertain the moeopathic consultants name and other details of Dr. Thungchanbeni Patthe victim. He is suspected ton, Dr. Adunu Richa and to be a victim of drowning Dr. Teputo Richa, a press note informed. The clinic in Tizu River.

The police said the case is currently under investigating and details are awaited.

Dimapur, april 17 (mExN): The Rengma Selo Zi, a Youth organization of the Rengma Nagas, commemorated its 2nd along with the union pres- Anniversary with Niengulo ident may visit any sec- Krome, Secretary General tion at any time and shall of Naga People's Movement expect all concerned em- for Human Rights (NPMployees to be sincerely HR) as the special guest. rendering their assigned During his speech, services, it added. Ac- Krome reminded the knowledging varoius youth to be a builder of the hardship and grievances broken society and urged faced by its members, the upon the 2 years old orgaunion said that it will al- nization to be an example ways endeavour to address to Naga society, currently the same through compe- a divided family. tent authority. However, He further said that the each member must first Rengma Youth that their past perform their duties ear- leaders have contributed imnestly so that such griev- mensely towards the Nagas. ances become “justifiable Lamenting that more and worthy of a cause,” it Nagas are becoming hindrance to the Naga moveadded.

Ideal Cure Clinic inaugurated in Kohima

Highly decomposed body recovered in Tizu River Dimapur, april 17 (mExN): The Phek district Police has recovered one dead body in a highly decomposed state from Tizu River between Khuza Village and Ketsukhunu Village under Phek district.

The police said the highly decomposed belongs to a person from Khi-

also measures to control with timely treatment.

Farmer Letgin from Ahthibung shared positive experiences of the training and pointed out that they have benefitted from the Departmental technical input. Altogether 32 farmers from Ahthibung town and neighbouring villagers attended the programme.

The farmers were also Newmai News Network given lessons on the topic of Pond Management, inteImphal | April 17 grated farming system, composite fish culture and dis- Nagas in Cambodia (NAease control and treatment. CAM) attained 11 this April and as a part of its 11th anniversary celebration, the members organised a 3-day programme service while in Kohima at Kirirom Mountain ReRev. Fr. PS Varghese lead sort, Cambodia from April 14 to 16. the service, it said.

A press note made Held under the theme, ‘Christ is risen Indeed He is available to NNN by NArisen,’ the priest and devo- CAM said that altogether tees prayed together dur- 24 Nagas from the States of ing these services, it added. Nagaland and Manipur atDuring the sermon Fr. Var- tended the three-day event.

Formed in 2007 with ghese reminded that resurrected Christ is the founda- the motto ’Connected for tion of the Church and His His Purpose,’’ NACAM had "victory over death,” since its inception meets Special Easter cake and eggs once a year, it said. were also distributed to devOne of its objectives is otees after the services. to stay connected thereby,

will be open from Monday to Saturday, 9AM-6PM. State Programme Officer AYUSH, Dr. John Seyekhrietuo during the inauguration appreciated the 3 young doctors for for their courage and taking the step to pursue their dreams. He also urged all the young budding doctors present to venture out for such avenues without only depending only on government jobs.

RSZ commemorates 2nd anniversary

Peren PWD workcharge union appeal Dimapur, april 17 (mExN): The office of the Peren District PWD (R&B) and (H) Workcharge Employees Union today appealed its members to acknowledge their important responsibility for the progress and development of the society. The president request each member to sincerely discharge their duties in their respective section and render valuable services to the public for which they were appointed in the first place, the Union President Kunam Hegeu said in a press note.

Department officials

The "home coming brothers" said that they had chosen the right leadership who will lead the Nagas in future and have no bad intention against anybody, it said.

The decision to join the NSCN (R) under the leadership of Y Wangtin Naga and P Tikhak “is a right decision taken in the interest of the Nagas,” it added.

ment itself ever since the declaration of the ceasefire, Krome challenged the RSZ to strive forward with its goal to bring a change to the society, unlike many organizations which has become a liability to the Nagas.

The International community's have a lot of expectations from the Nagas, Krome asserted adding that, “It is expected that Nagas should bring a unique solution towards its struggle, so that the other struggling communities can follow the same.” Stating this in a press note, RSZ Press Media Cell informed that Youth leaders from different Rengma Villages and Village council members attended the commemoration.

Nagas in Cambodia (NACAM) turns 11

MGOS, KCC celebrate Easter Dimapur, april 17 (mExN): Along with the rest of the world, Mar Gregorios Orthodox Syrian (MGOS) Church, Dimapur and Kerala Christian Church, Kohima celebrated Easter on early morning of April 16. Special Easter services were conducted at both the churches with midnight prayer, Easter service, procession and Holy Communion, a press note informed.

In Dimapur, Rev. Fr. D Alexander conducted the

helping, encouraging, and to uplift one another as a family, it added.

It is also started with an aim to assist Naga missionaries, Naga tourists, Naga businessmen and fellow Nagas who visit Cambodia.

During the event, the member had "a fun-filled

and a blessed time” knowing each other better and most importantly it was also a time for the members to retrospect and motivate each other, it added.

Speaking on the occasion, newly appointed NACAM President V Bokaho Zhimomi encouraged the

members "to live a life worthy of the Cross and of the Risen Christ".

It further informed that Lipyingo Kikon, Wisaniu Abonmai, Jennie Chawang are NACAM’s Advisor, General Secretary and Prayer Co-ordinator respectively.

Public SPace Podinakup- Cries unheard Discontentment with the Government remains This land is your land and this land is my land, sure, but the world is run by those that never listen to music anyway— Bob Dylan

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ince time immemorial the joyful people of Podinakup (villages under sub-division, locally given name for topographical presentation) comprising of ten (10) villages had a Merry Life blessed by the nature's rich resource. Utilising the nature's abundance with wisdom and labour, they were all well off. Once the rich harvest is over by mid October, comes a bright moment for the people of Podinakup as they go around in group to the jungles to accumulate yearly needs of their family by way of hunting, fishing, collecting firewood etc. till their limited wants and needs of family is fulfilled. Then settle for a rest and celebrations followed by preparation for the next cultivation.

Podinakup is neatly bounded by two rivers; Baghty River in the East and Doyang River in the West. Both are the main source of livelihood mainly in terms of aquatic species and cultivation. These rivers have also bonded strong geo-socio-political relationship between villages and people by way of traditional fishing and feasting on it.

But since few decades, ever thing has changed. The two invincible blessings have become a disguised one. They are cut off from their only survival. Their only livelihood is no more dependable, unless mechanised. People are left in fear psychosis as the Baghty River has a frequent visitor of Mighty Wild Elephants and the Doyang stream no more has its natural swift flow but controlled by humans who care for no man rather designed only to quench his thirst of greed. Both have lost its charm and attractions.

Once a proud owner of the land cannot now set foot on it freely for cultivation. It is beyond his strength to fight with Mighty Elephants for territory and survival. Although some few arrangements and help might have given to the people in the past, that is not the end and should never be. They are always intimidated by these Giants and human lives are always at stake. Many of who risk life for survival had lost their soul and the most recent one happened on December 2016 when everyone was preparing with full zeal and joy for celebrations. It is no men's fault for the tragedy and to encounter with wild Elephants and to get killed. But there are/ is Agency to take care of, and avoid such dreadful incidents.

Coming to the other side of Podinakup territory is a man-controlled stream which is more devastating. The authorities at Doyang Hydro Electric

Project (DHEP) never ponder in the grievances of the downstream areas and the people. Plantations and farm fields established pre-commissioning of the project have either abandoned or swept off by the abnormal flow of Doyang Stream. For the fear of Upstream man-made Doyang vessel and the roaring water in the percolating dam, people have almost lost faith on it for survival.

Except for some few who relied, sacrificed their life in the roaring stream, as recently happened to one on 28th December 2016 while she was crossing the violent ferocious stream to harvest orange at her plantation. Many traditional practices like traditional fishing to name one has made impossible due to incessant release of water from the pit. Proper alms and necessary arrangements should be done for the Doyang Downstream People immediately for peaceful co-existence with the nature.

I am a simple normal man, compelled to pen down these words by seeing the sufferings of the people of Podinakup. For many years these Denizens have been going through harsh times which they are not responsible for. Their hues and cries never reach the ear of the authorities/agencies or are never heard. Safety and wellbeing of Humans is second to none when it comes to priority for existence on Earth.

Respect one another and protect the rich heritage of everyone to make this World a better place.

Eyiekhrote Vero

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t is a well known fact that India is the largest democratic country in the world. India has been a true example of democracy in world Politics. It has been provided under the Preamble of the Constitution which declares India to be a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic and republic state. It also provides the LIBERTY of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship. The Constitution fathers were well aware of different culture and traditions in India. It makes them to adopt these principles which are also called the "Basic Structure" of the Constitution of India.

Nevertheless, the formation of BJP led NDA government at the centre and in the States led to the violation of these principles. No doubt that the other political party like Indian National Congress (INC) also did enjoyed absolute power like what the BJP party has in the Government. But they did not damage the Constitution like what the present Government is doing today. If judgment is to be given to present government, it would be to declare them as "illegal" Political Party due to its policy that caused the damaged or violation of the

great Indian Constitution. It also would means that the BJP Government is showing disrespect and discontentment to our National pioneers and patriots.

In spite of the Government’s policy to develop Indian economy, its religious and social policies has created discontentment among the Indians especially the minorities. For instance, its policy of adoption of Yoga as curriculum in schools and the declaration of India as Hindu Country clearly indicates anti-liberty and anti-secular feelings which are a straight violation to the mighty Constitution of India. Its policy of conversion has created the most discontentments among the Indian minorities. It has been clear from the newly formed BJP government in Uttar Pradesh where a Christian prayer meeting, which was being attended by over 150 people and 11 American tourists, was stopped by police after a Hindu nationalist group, which was started by the new chief minister of Uttar Pradesh.

Whereas the Constitution of India provides freedom or liberty of faith and worship under the Preamble of the Constitution and it also provided that under Article 25 of Fundamental Rights, there is freedom to profess and propagate any religion in the country.

However, the BJP led Government in Centre and States are violating such provisions laid in Preamble and the fundamental rights of the citizens of the Indian secular state.

It is also painful to see that the BJP led Government in Maharashtra has sentence for imprisonment of anyone who Slaughter cows for a period of 5 years and the same for a rapist is only 3 years. This is found to be neglecting the Human Rights provided by United Nations.

It is worth noting that BJP is the political wings of the Hindu Organization called RSS. There is nothing wrong to have Political wing of any organization but they are not supposed to work against the rights of the citizens provided under the Constitution of India. However, the BJP led Government in states and at the Centre has been working contradictorily to the Constitution of India. Hence, this is an attack on the glorious principle of democracy. The great principle of democracy has never ever been under threat in the history of Indian politics as that of today. Therefore, though the government under the leadership of Narendra Modi has found to develop the Indian economy, the discontentment among the Indian people remains with the government. Let the beauty of "Unity in Diversity" reigns.

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IN FOCUS The Power of Truth

The Morung Express volume Xii issue 104

State and Violence

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n the Naga search for JustPeace, it is judicious to begin by asking fundamental questions that define the path in which the process towards understanding interplays with issues of natural justice. Invariably, the State finds itself at the center of any discourse that involves human desire for justice and peace.

Empirical truths indicate that the State monopolizes use of legitimate force, while exercising coercion to ensure its legitimacy. The propounded notion of ‘nation-state’ is a fallacy because the term denotes an assumption and creates the illusion that a State comprises of a single nation, however, natural law reveals that a State consist of many nations. In essence, one cannot actually recall a State that consists of only one nation. Many nations exist within a State, with or without the consent of the people, thereby revealing its hegemonizing and homogenizing character.

These conditions invariably plant the seeds of State political violence.

Internal contradictions of the State are further uncovered within the dichotomy of its functions and structures. While its functions persuade the promises of its goodness for its citizens as beneficiaries, its structures ensure that they are never actually realized. After all, if a State were to fulfill all its functions and promises, it would no longer be relevant as the people could have an independent self-governing existence. This highlights how the roots of State structural violence germinate from within this ideology of exclusivity.

The casualty that unfolds from State political violence and structural violence falls on the people’s collective decision-making process. Since individual or group interests and needs cannot be identical, the issue of collective decision-making process is necessary if people want to co-exist together with mutual respect and understanding. Nonetheless, empirical truth reveals that the State has usurped people’s decision-making capacity, particularly that of indigenous peoples. In effect, it has obstructed a people, any people’s, ability to determine their own destiny. This divulges the moral problem of politics.

Empirical truth shows that a State defines itself as the ultimate authority to define its territorial domain, and to exercise its power within it, with no recourse to a higher authority. The ideology of arbitrary power brings the State into direct confrontation with indigenous people, the rightful owners to exercise their inalienable rights over their land and all resources. Imposition of the State on indigenous peoples renders its institution as unjust, and, therefore, unresponsive to the people’s needs.

While resolution with a State without addressing the question of justice is invalid because it contradicts the nature of truth, State consensus through elections does not guarantee truth or democracy either. Since the State usurps all the people’s rights, and assumes its role as the ultimate decisionmaker, any agreement with the State without addressing the people’s rights will be an agreement of perpetual conflict. It is illogical to pronounce the State as the sole or central entity for resolving problems, because it is precisely through the State’s institutions, with its hidden structural violence driven by the arrogance of power, which first makes conflict unavoidable and ongoing.

Since the state of Nagaland was not the result of a political contract with the collective will of the people, but formed as a trajectory to divert the Naga political discourse, it will be prudent for Nagas to critically question and engage with the State system as it explores its path forward.

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Rina Chandran Thomson Reuters Foundation

India's denial of rights to tribals in tiger reserves raises fears of violence "We are going to see more people displaced because the government wants to show they care about tigers"

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he Indian government has directed states not to grant rights to indigenous people and forest dwellers living in tiger reserves, a move that could hurt vulnerable communities, trigger clashes and endanger wildlife, human rights activists said.

The National Tiger Conservation Authority issued a notice to states two weeks ago asking officials to suspend granting of rights to tribals and other forest dwellers under the Forest Rights Act in all critical tiger habitats.

"In the absence of guidelines for notification of critical wildlife habitats, no rights shall be conferred in critical tiger habitats," said the notice to 17 states with tiger reserves.

The Forest Rights Act (FRA) of 2006 gives indigenous people and forest dwellers the right to harvest and use forest resources to maintain their traditional livelihoods.

More than a fifth of India's 1.2 billion population was expected to benefit from the law covering vast areas of forest land roughly the size of Germany.

But implementation has been slow and conflicts between states and tribal communities have risen as demand for land increases in one of the world's fastest growing economies.

Scarcity of land has also brought the competing needs of wildlife and humans into conflict across the country as land is increasingly sought for industrial projects.

Land reserved for wildlife including tigers, elephants and rhinoceros is also inhabited by tribal villagers and hundreds have been evicted in violent clashes recently.

The new order will only trigger more such clashes and impoverish vulnerable communities, said Brajesh Dubey at the conservation non-profit Foundation for Ecological Security.

"We are going to see more people displaced because the government wants to show they care about tigers," he said.

"But it has been proven that tribal communities help prevent poaching and also help in conservation efforts."

India has about half the world's estimated 3,200 tigers in dozens of reserves established since the 1970s.

Wildlife tourism is a growing money spinner for India, even as conservationists are divided over whether visitors help protect threatened species or encroach on their habitat.

Brinda Karat, a member of the opposition communist party, asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to withdraw the order.

"This open contempt for laws that provide some protection for the rights of millions of tribals and forest dwellers is unprecedented," she said in a letter to Modi.

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Linda Etchar New Internationalist

One indigenous woman against Big Oil Alicia Cawiya, an indigenous activist prepared to defy the powerful to save Ecuador’s Yasuní

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n 3 August 2013, Alicia Cawiya, Vice-President of the Huaorani Nation of Ecuador, stood up to address the country’s Constituent Assembly in Quito, broadcast live on national television.

She was expected to follow the script given to her by her President, Chief Moi Enomenga, to accede to oil drilling in her homeland in the headwaters of the Amazon River.

Moi had already signed agreements with Chinese oil companies, giving them the right to extract oil on the territory of the Huaorani, Taromenane and Tagaeri peoples, in the Yasuní national park, one of the most bio-diverse places on the planet, designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1989.

Instead, Alicia defied her President and the government and made a magnificent speech, first in her native Huaorani language, then in Spanish, to denounce the oil companies and to speak up in defence of her people, her indigenous brothers and sisters from other groups, and their culture.

The message to the Ecuadorian government and to the transnational companies was clear: keep out. ‘Seven companies have been working in Huaorani territory and we have become poorer… How have we benefited? Not at all,’ declared Alicia to applause from the Assembly. ‘The animals are now in danger of extinction.

Who is to blame? Not us… We have been conservationists. We want our territory to be respected. Let us live the way we want to live.’

'Women have the power,' says Alicia Cawiya

voted for you and sent you to represent them.”’

Alicia had to secure an injunction to protect herself from Moi. And together with Gloria Ushigua, President of the Sápara Women’s Association of Ecuador, she wrote to Liu Jieyi, Permanent Representative for China to the United Nations, to protest the violation of indigenous rights by the Chinese state company Andes Petroleum that will result from the agreements ‘He threatened to blow my head off’ signed with the Ecuadorian governThe vote to save the Yasuní from oil ment in January 2016. drilling was lost that day in the National Assembly, by 108 to 133 votes, but Where did Alicia get her courage and Alicia had captured the hearts of As- fighting spirit from? sembly members and the nation. Her She was born in the Ñoneno commessage was front-page news; from munity in the Yasuní reserve, the that moment Alicia became an inspi- granddaughter of a feared Huaorani ration for indigenous women and a re- warrior, called Iteca. The Huaorani spected national political figure, tire- were regarded as the fiercest of all the lessly campaigning for the rights of her indigenous peoples of the country, people, of the uncontacted groups of known as aucas (savages) even under the Amazon and its environment. the Inca empire, before the Spanish But she had also made powerful conquest. enemies, among them her own comWhile Western anthropologists had munity leader. Alicia claims that fol- presented the Huaorani as ‘uncontactlowing her speech, Huaorani Presi- ed’ until the 1950s, their territory bedent Moi threatened to kill her. tween the Napo and Curaray rivers had ‘Moi was angry with me. As were been invaded by rubber tappers as far the young Huaorani men around him. back as the 19th century. For 200 years, He threatened to get a gun and blow the Huaorani people have been on the my head off. He said that when I went move, retreating deep into the jungle back to the rainforest, my brothers to escape from local and foreign incurwould kill me. But when I went back, I sions, and returning. was welcomed by the elders, who apAs a child, Alicia was sent to be preciated what I had done to help the raised by missionaries, before becommunity. ing brought back to the forest by her ‘I denounced Moi, as it is not good grandmother. Missionaries were given to threaten to kill someone. The Hua- the task of ‘civilizing’ the ‘barbarians’ orani and Taromenane people should in order for the oil companies to move be working together, not fighting in to indigenous territory without reamong ourselves. I said to Moi: “Why sistance. do you not acknowledge that you are Alicia says that she became polition the side of the government? You cally active at the age of 13, and a leadshould support the communities who er at the age of 18 – unusual in tradi-

tionally male-dominated indigenous Amazonian communities.

‘I followed in the footsteps of my grandmother. Women at the time were not allowed to make decisions.

But my grandmother said that as men and women were engaged in the same struggle to keep their territory [from incursions by oil companies], why could they not do it together?’

Amazonian women began to mobilize separately as women when their men capitulated to enticements provided by oil companies, whose strategies to divide and conquer indigenous communities such as the Huaorani have been successful.

‘The men were in control, and they decided to sell the entire Huaorani territory to foreigners – to some Americans,’ comments Alicia. The Huaorani are now considered by their indigenous neighbours as defeated and lost, the subject of pity for having succumbed to the temptations of a lavish Western lifestyle and the perils of alcoholism, against which they have few defences.

Amazon women on the march The women appear to have greater resilience. Alicia recalls: ‘The women said: “We have the power, we are mothers, we harvest, we sow, and are able to manage our territory.” From then on we trained ourselves. We saw how other organizations like the CONAIE [Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador] and the CONFENIAE [Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of the Ecuadorian Amazon] worked, how other women were acquiring skills, attending workshops, organizing themselves. We agreed that we must protect the rainforest, or the oil companies would take advantage.

So off we went.’

Inspired by the first indigenous Amazonian peoples’ march from Puyo to Quito in 1992, in which Alicia participated, Shuar, Kichwa, Sápara and Huaorani women organized a five-day 250-kilometre Women’s March to Quito in October 2013 to demand that their territories be declared a petroleum-extraction-free zone: ‘We walked until our feet hurt. We wanted to take our message to Quito so that the people in the capital would realize that the Amazon women would defend their rights. We demand that our rivers not be contaminated, that we should not be killed in the interests of oil… We now have new illnesses because of the oil. Our children are worried that we might be taken to prison. But let them take us to prison. We shall continue this struggle even as we grow old.’

Alicia founded the Huaorani Artisanal Women’s Association, as she wanted women to improve their economic capacity. Being politically active – having the triple burden of hunter-gathering, caring for children, and travelling the country as well as the world with few resources – is a challenge for her and other Amazonian representatives, most of whose homes are several days’ journey into the rainforest by canoe: ‘It is not easy for us… Sometimes the women decide not to travel because of their husbands, who object to their political activities as they have doubts whether they are telling the truth about where they are going. Although it is difficult, we have succeeded. Before, the women kept quiet and the men made the decisions. It is different now. Women work the same as men to move our cause forward. When decisions have to be made about our territory, the importance of our role as women has to be recognized.’

Clean energy: Kenya learns to cook with solar power Justus Wanzala

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n this sunny part of Kenya, solar cookers – which trap sunlight to heat food – have surged in popularity in recent years. But a big problem remains: How to cook when the sun doesn't shine?

Communities are now starting to sort out solutions, from insulated baskets that hold onto heat after the sun disappears to use of back-up fuel-efficient charcoal and firewood stoves.

"Fluctuations in sunshine can hinder cooking using the solar (system) but with the basket we nowadays prepare tea during the day and can drink it after sunset," said Peter Wanga, whose family has been using a solar cooking system since last year.

The insulated basket "conserves enough heat to cook food even when there is no sunshine" – and is affordable and easy to use, he said.

In Busia County, in western Kenya, as many as 1,500 households have turned to solar cooking, mostly over the last four years, according to county Ministry of Energy figures. Other families have adopted more efficient charcoal or firewood stoves.

The changes in large part have been driven by Farmers with a Vision (FWA), a local community organisation based in Bumala Township.

Over the last four years, "we have sold thousands of solar cookers and energy saving charcoal and wood stoves, and also found a platform to promote use of solar energy appliances such as lighting equipment" said Didacus Odhiambo, the organisation's chief executive officer.

He said the clean energy effort has faced significant challenges, including as many as 60 percent of buyers defaulting on loans for equipment – a problem the organisation is still trying to sort out. Many households struggle to find the upfront money to buy the more efficient cooking technology, he said.

FASTER COOKING, MORE TREES The switch to more efficient cooking aims to cut d e f o re s t a t i o n in Kenya, and health problems related to cooking over smoky fires. Those who have bought the new systems say another attraction is that they require only about a third of the usual time to cook food or heat water – a big savings of women's time.

Julius Magero, an official in the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum in Busia County, said that besides protecting increasingly scarce forests, the stoves also are helping women spend less time searching for fuelwood.

Lilian Nyapola, a member of Farmers with a Vision, said the new technologies – most of which cost on average $25 to $60 – have led to a decline in use of firewood and paraffin, which are costly and emit smoke.

"The uptake of solar cookers and energy saving wood stoves and thermos baskets is high," she said. She sells around 14 clean cooking devices a month, she said – enough that now virtually all of the homes in her neighbourhood now use them.

Nyapola said her 32-member organisation has worked in schools, churches and homes to train community members on the new technologies, and that men have backed women switching to new cooking technology, not least because food can be cooked faster and rarely burns, and children aren't injured in fires.

To afford the equipment buyers can access credit from Farmers With a Vision, or local microcredit agencies, Nyapola said, with loans often paid back over half a year or more.

Odhiambo said the group is in talks with M-Kopa, a money lending scheme owned by Kenya's leading mobile telephone company, Safaricom, to allow buyers to make payments for equipment via their mobile phones.

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BATTLING CLOUDY DAYS Originally the group focused only on selling solar cookers, Odhiambo said, but after complaints about problems using them on rainy or cloudy days, or at night, members broadened their approach.

Now the group offers a range of different solar cooking boxes, parabolic reflector cookers, solar thermos systems and other devices, including clean cookstoves.

Box cookers – designed with help from the Free University of Amsterdam - trap sunlight that shines through the box's glass top, using it to heat food placed inside. The device "can cook when the sunshine is low and when not much light is available. It retains heat and can cook for additional three hours," Odhiambo said.

He said his organisation also has partnered with EcoZoom, , a company that builds cast iron improved wood and charcoal stoves.

Daniel Maneno, an official with the national Ministry of Energy and Petroleum in Busia County, called the initiative useful, particularly as training on renewable energy technology is provided free of charge.

He said the ministry is also promoting tree planting efforts in collaboration with the Kenya Forestry Research Institute as part of a broader effort to protect trees and reduce deforestation.

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Will Brexit deliver a united Ireland?

Everything has changed in Northern Ireland. But what does that mean for the century-old question of partition?

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his wasn’t the first time that I’d asked people on Church Street in Coleraine to stop for a chat.

Nor is it the only occasion that I’ve spent a day talking to locals in central Derry. But everything in the north of Ireland is changing fast and deeply now. And so it was time to return.

I first got to know Northern Ireland in the same way that I first got to know England. For a few months in 2003/4, I worked as a peripatetic chugger. I’d stand in the centre of a different town every day, for six days a week, and ask people to pay £5 a month to whichever charity I’d been given. And for two of those weeks, my employers put me on a team they were sending across the Irish Sea, to try and persuade the locals to join Amnesty International.

I learnt some important things on that trip. In Omagh, a large man approached my female colleague, pointed down the road, and said, a little too close to her face, “see down there?

That’s where the bomb went off. That’s because of people like you.” The most deadly attack of the Troubles had happened in the town only five years earlier, and or course we all knew about it. But none of us was quite sure why it was our fault.

Later that week, our question was answered. In Coleraine, our team leader picked up the same colleague in a fireman’s lift to physically remove her from a group of men who were complaining about Amnesty’s role in Northern Irish politics: angry that the organisation had opposed the internment and torture of Irish Republicans.

So that's what it was about.

In Derry, on the other hand, we were warmly welcomed. I distinctly remember focussing to understand the accent as a man in the city centre explained to me that Amnesty had been there for him, when he was inside. And so he would be there for Amnesty. But then, when I asked him for bank details, he apologised and explained that he didn’t have an account. Most conversations I had that day ended the same way. One of the many lessons you learnt as a travelling fundraiser in the early noughties was how many people Blair’s Britain was leaving behind.

Another thing you learn from standing on busy streets across the country and talking to people about charities all day is that almost everyone everywhere is essentially kind and peaceful. Even in the most Loyalist of towns, just a few years after the Good Friday Agreement, a group of us in our teens and early twenties could stand in bright yellow jackets emblazened with the logo of an organisation which had publicly defended the rights of members of the IRA, and more people gave us money than hassle.

And that basic fact is symbolised by one of the things that’s changed in Derry since then. In 2011, a beautiful foot bridge was built across the Foyle.

“The Peace Bridge”, curls in an S shape over the river, symbolising the bends in the road to peace. On the East bank, you find flapping Union flags, the local offices of the Democratic Unionist Party and signs saying "Londonderry". On the West is Sinn Fein’s office, Irish flags, and the famous "Welcome to Free Derry" mural. And beside the bridge is a plaque with the stary logo of the EU: “European Regional Development Fund, investing in your future”.

This month, the local paper published an April Fool: “Derry’s Peace Bridge to be demolished because of Brexit”. But it’s a more than a little poignant. 78% of people in the constituency voted “Remain”, the third highest percentage in the UK (cf the "liberal elite" myth) and, interviewing locals on the Peace Bridge as Article 50 was triggered gave a sense of how they’re feeling now. You can see my conversations with those who were up for being on camera below.

I watched the evening news that night with the locals in a bar in Bogside. To enter the area, you walk past the Bloody Sunday memorial and the famous “You are now entering Free Derry” mural, which between 1969 and 1972 represented the start of a no-go zone for the British army. Various houses and railings are adorned with laminated copies of newspapers and similar, lamenting key moments of British army brutality and family tragedy. One home, with a clipping reading “April 20th 1982, plastic bullet kills 11-years-old boy”, still has a bouquet of fresh flowers attached to the wall.

Free Derry corner itself is marked not just by the now free-standing gable end with the famous graffiti, but by a number of murals, a sticker reading “No borders, no Brexit”, posters calling for an end to British policing, and a sign demanding freedom for the prominent Republican Tony Taylor, whose return to jail last year on the order of then Northern Ireland Secretary Theresa Villiers has caused some controversy. Lamp posts nearby carry

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wind) is a modern variant of the starry plough, symbolising James Connelly's quote “The Irish people will be free when they own everything from the plough to the stars”.

In the bar, a quiet older man insisted on buying me a pint and showed me round a collection of photos taken during the Free Derry era. Pointing to one figure in a picture of a group of balaclavaed men with rifles and a bomb, he said “that was me… We were only nineteen.” He also told me, in a hushed tone, that he had spent seventeen years in jail, and talked about how many people in the area saw Martin McGuinness as a sell-out – though he didn’t express his own opinion on the matter.

When the news started, announcing the triggering of Article 50, the locals looked away from their horse-racing and, as the cameras broadcast conversations between MPs standing in Parliament Square, we shared a mutual confusion about why anyone would want to be run from there. Scotland, they suspected, would leave the UK. But would Ireland be united within a decade?

None of them thought so – though Brexit, they agreed, did change things.

The next day, I had a chat with a Sinn Fein official about the state of the talks attempting to reconvene the Northern Irish Executive, which collapsed with the resignation of the now late Martin McGuinness in February, triggering the recent election, and which has led to an ongoing impasse.

The Good Friday Agreement requires a cross-community government, and Sinn Fein have been clear that they won’t support the DUP leader, Arlene Foster, who is currently embroiled in the astounding half-billion pound Renewable Heat Incentive scandal.

One of the stories unfolding in this context is that the British government's increasing fear of the UK breaking up is pushing it to an increasingly hard-line unionist position, which makes it impossible for the Northern Ireland secretary to act as a neutral facilitator of any negotiations. As the source put it, Theresa May has herself said in recent days that her government will “never be neutral” on Northern Ireland. “If that is the position on the north of Ireland, how can they claim to be neutral in negotiations in the north of Ireland?”

Peter McColl, the Northern Irish former rector of Edinburgh University, has suggested a theory about Sinn Fein's strategy with regards to the Assembly. He argues that that the collapse of a Northern Irish Executive is likely to lead to shared rule from both Dublin and London – what’s called condominium. And in that context, the British government would likely only appoint a minister or two to sign off on whatever civil servants proposed. The Irish government, on the other hand, would probably tell each minister to simply add the north to their brief. The result would be as close to a united Ireland as you’re likely to get in the next few years.

While they didn’t exactly confirm this, neither of my conversations with two different Sinn Fein men did anything to shift the sense that this theory has a ring of truth about it. And people I spoke to across the Northern Irish spectrum tended to agree that Martin McGuinness’ death removed the person in the party most committed to making the institutions of devolution work.

After a beautiful coastal coach journey, I was met with the flags of Ulster, the Union, and the local Orange Order: Coleraine is more than 60% Protestant.

The chat on the street there was slightly different in character, but perhaps more interesting. Again, you can watch the video below.

Speaking to people in the street can teach you both a huge amount and not very much. It gives a sense of complexity and nuance – more than a poll

flicts, of the complex things that they believe and which they feel are important to say; how they frame things and the logical leaps they make. They tell you what those confident and opinionated enough and with enough time to stop and chat to a journalist think: and these sorts are often the opinion setters in their friendship networks. They don't give you the views of that majority which doesn't stop for a chat (I had a frustrating period outside an FE college in Lisburn, the heart of Unionist Ulster, where almost no one would express an opinion). And they don’t give you is a statistically significant sample of opinion representative of the population as a whole.

A poll in 2013 asked people whether they wanted a United Ireland “now”.

Then, only 3.8% of peolpe said they did. It also asked if they wanted it “in 20 years”. Only 23% did. In November 2015, another poll asked if people in Northern Ireland wanted to be run from Dublin in the “short to medium term” only 13% of people, including only 27% of Catholics. And only 30% in that poll supported such a change “within my lifetime”. By November last year, the number who said they’d vote for Irish unity in a referendum now had surged to 31%.

Perhaps all that this indicated is that Brexit has pushed everyone who liked the idea in the long term to want it now.

But my sense from my much less formal conversations – both those in the above clips, and more off camera – is that something else is going on too. Lots of young people on both sides of the traditional divide are softening to the idea of a united Ireland. The sorts of people who would previously have dismissed such a notion as the absurd dreams of their fathers or as the dangerous desires of some folk they didn’t go to school with are now actively considering it as a practical option. In a way, this is a similar demographic as that which moved towards Scottish independence in the months before the 2014 vote, and took a big chunk of the country with it.

In Belfast, I went for a drink with my old colleague Robin Wilson. And much of the nuance of what people told me in the street can be summed up by something he said: there are now roughly three groups of people in Northern Ireland: nationalists, unionists and cosmopolitans. With Brexit, the cosmopolitans are beginning to side with the nationalists.

The result is a reversal of the situation when Northern Ireland was partitioned from the Republic in 1921. Back then, Belfast was a globally significant centre for ship-building, thriving at the heart of the British empire. The protectionism offered then by the emerging Irish government in Dublin, whilst potentially good for farmers in the south, threatened to cut the protestant shipbuilders in the north off from their market as well as their cultural roots. And so they demanded to stay in the UK. These days, manufacturing jobs have disappeared in the UK’s wave of de-industrialisation, only to be replaced with credit fuelled consumption. And while the economic model there is no better, Brexit means that Dublin at least offers access to international markets and the internationalist identity that many young people in Northern Ireland are keen to escape to. The border and possibility of customs bring with them real threats to jobs, and the gutting of British social security means that, apart from health care, you’re better off being unemployed in Ireland than in the UK… and as the NHS is gutted, the remaining incentive to maintain London rule evaporates too.

Changes south of the border are important too. In the last couple of years, the Republic has emerged from its economic crash, and retained a GDP per capita of more than $10,000 higher

this simple fact, they almost never believe me). The collapse of the Catholic church in a wildfire of scandal and generational shift means the old accusations that Dublin rule was equivilent to Vatican rule has disappeared. The success of the equal marriage referendum, and likely victory of the movement to repeal the eight amendment, which forces women to go through with unwanted pregnancies, both symbolise Ireland's generational tranformation.

It is in this context that Sinn Fein have the capacity to whip up a harsh political wind demanding a United Ireland. While, as the third party, they are unlikely to lead a government any time soon, they are managing to creating a dynamic, also described to me by Peter McColl. Because the main opposition party, Fianna Fail, is afraid of losing votes to Sinn Fein, have to triangulate towards them on the national question.

This, in turn, puts pressure on the ruling and scandal ridden Fine Gael to move in that direction. As ever, politics moves from the edges, and, while there is no significant force pulling in the opposite direction, the movement for unity in the Republic is building momentum. Three university campuses recently voting for the idea in campus referendums, and it's a surge of support in the polls.

Vitally, Ireland currently has two vetos over the UK. First, it has a veto over any final deal the EU does with the UK over Brexit. And second, the Good Friday Agreement requires that decisions relating to Northern Ireland be made by agreement of both governments. How Enda Kenny's Irish government intend to use those vetos – and how the direction of the current political wind will push him to use them – will be vital watching.

It's important not to down play the extent to which Northern Ireland is still astonishingly divided, as this great piece of data visualisation from The Detail shows. And the astounding demographic shift is hugely important: it seems likely that the 2021 census could show more Catholics than Protestants there for the first time ever, despite only making up a third of the population when Northern Ireland was created in 1921. But the fact that the majority of Catholics have ended up treating their constitutional choice more as a pragmatic decision than a demand of their identity shows that these questions aren't always about which nation you feel most connected to.

Finally, though, questions about Northern Ireland aren't always settled in high politics and broad cultural and political trends. It seems impossible to escape from the thought that any quick move to unite the north with the Republic would lead to Loyalist paramilitary violence. While the last two decades have seen relative peace, attacks have never entirely stopped. And I can never forget a long conversation at a house party in East Belfast in 2015 with a young man – a passionate DUP voter despite the fact that the party was opposing his right to mary his male partner. "I know we need to move on from this, but would rather die than be run from Dublin." He made clear that he would be willing to kill, too. And while he certainly isn't in the majority, violence never happens because it is the will of the majority.

In this context, hasty predictions that the north will simply sign on the dotted line and leave the UK are probably premature. More likely in the short to medium term is that we'll see another flavour of fudge, where the different parts of Ireland find themselves ever more entwined, and the north gradually shifts away from a UK which seems to care little about its fate. What will be the precise recipe for this fudge? There are some suggestions floating around, but few seem to have much detail. And does the British government have the skill, interest or

ost people fail to understand that there is greater joy and satisfaction in being your own boss and in doing what you love doing. The experts says that there is risk always involved with business or in doing something differently. But when you have opportunities and resources strewn all over, the theory of risk does not apply here. When there is huge demand, you do not necessarily have to be worried to sell your products.But we turn a blind eye and refuse to see it because we are already blinded by our ego and our pride, I suppose.

Most of the youths today are not aware even after they graduate, of what they want to do with their life. A mere grad degree certificate is not a ticket to get you a job. There is massive competition where you got to have skills and determination to secure yourself a job.Our parents and elders only know and care about government sector jobs. I was once asked when I told some of my relatives with pride that I teach in one of the best college in Nagaland. They asked “Etu Government job asey???” (Is that a Government job???) This is for your perusal. We have to do away with it.

Success is not determined by how much money you earn.

I rather believe success is when you are paid for doing something you love doing. Supposing I love KFC, I would not mind people paying me money to have buckets and buckets of KFC’s chicken wings. Who else won’t be happier that way? My point is we need to do something we love doing and make it our career/profession and be satisfied and contented with life no matter, even if we earn peanuts.

India has the strongest young workforce in the world in its 2 trillion economy. But when it produces only roughly 2%skilled workforce, it becomes a nightmare. We can make a comparison with Germany which produces over 97% skilled and employable graduates. Now, where do we stand when our economy is set to rise up to 7 trillion by 2030?Where does Nagaland stand? Above 70,000 youths are reportedly registered educated unemployed and its horror to me to even think about the figures of the rest, i.e. the unregistered plus the drop outs and the lot. It could be staggering and a grief concern.

I did a small math:Let’s assume there’s only one college in Nagaland with 5,000 students. That means there will be 5,000 fresh graduates in 3 years if all of them pass. Even if we take this small fictitious figure, our Government is not in a place to absorb them all nor can’t they generate enough opportunities. There are no infrastructures, industries, factories, companies, etc. Our Government itself is very dependent because there is lack of policy support,mis-governance,lopsided development, diversion of funds generously, groups of different kinds more than our fingers, so much social unrest and havoc, etc. This imbroglio cannot be tamed.

Now, we have more than 60 Colleges in Nagaland (both Govt. & private). We need to ponder upon the probability of securing a job in the Govt. Sector.We shouldn’t make it our very own excuse for our misadventures. We need to stand up strong and with something unique. Our imagination dies under the withering heat of criticism and coming back to earth after a flight of imagination, we can often have a rough landing. We need to get out of the box. We need to get our priorities right. Life is this gigantic stinking mess, but that’s the beauty of it too. I don’t think anyone ever changes really, but I think we can evolve and we can try and become a better versions of ourselves. There are over 130 different job profiles around the globe. Out of which over 30% will be out or dead due to automation (IT). We need to get ourselves skilled to face this.

If you want something, don’t expect or wait, make your first move and kill it. We need to change our outlook towards life first. We attract into our lives a reflection of what we think.

They say everything we hold in our conscious thoughts becomes our cage and our reality. We should not always desire calmness. Sometimes we need to demand chaos in our lives to make ourselves realize that we are still alive and a human being. Einstein said, ‘No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it’. We need to get out of it, think differently and survive differently to come out of this mess.The Devils have started to buy very expensive cosmetics and also going under the knife. You never know what’s coming your way to tempt you away from reaching your destinations.Why do we always have to depend on others?Why should we keep thinking we are incapable?I’m afraid, it’ll be a sin if we keep begging and just be dependent on others when we are totally abled.

I went for an interview in the year 2014. I was submitting my resume when two pretty ladies stepped in. The man at the front desk asked for which job they were applying for. To my astonishment one of them replied, “We saw an Ad and that’s why we are here, but no idea which one”. How on earth is that?

That attitude of our own young minds dilutes our trust in the system. Why are we so ignorant? Whose fault is it?

Another heart breaker: I once asked anacquaintance who holds a DCA (Diploma in Computer Applications) certificate, if he can explain me something about JAVA and networking. I was stunned at his response. He said he bought the certificate.

It’s so obvious. We say we are educated. We say we have degrees. But are we really ready?

All these corruptions and mismanagements is like adding X’s and Y’s to the already burdened and complicated MATH. Recently came across some news wherein Kidima Village under Kohima district with the initiative of the Horticulture Department was able to have a turnover of over 1 crore from sales of their very own vegetables. Does it ring a bell? How significantly it is impacting the socio-economic status of its people and the state at large. There is massive difference between going beyond and doing what’s right and doing less than what is required. Makes a lot of difference in our lives.

We need to disseminate this enthusiasm and encouragement to the young generation.

A mouse trap doesn’t necessarily have to run after mice.

Keep yourself focused and grounded. Surely good things will happen when you do something you love. This message might sound a cliché and I too expect it to be a little more musical than a tin can being thrown down the stairs, but I don’t belittle the point it makes and wish the young avid minds a successful trip. It is but gibberish, yet intriguing when we ourselves are involved with this war. It is my own battle as it is yours.

“Guard your light and protect it. Move it forward into the world and be fully confident that if we connect light to light to light, and join the lights together of the one billion young people in our world today, we will be enough to set our whole

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India should not use Dalai Trinamool faces heat as CBI books Lama to undermine us: China top party leaders in Narada case Bengal opposition slams Trinamool, while ruling party questions timing

KolKata, april 17 (aGENCiES): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) filed an FIR against 13 people, most of them Trinamool Congress leaders, in the Narada sting case and slapped sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act (POCA).

According to CBI sources, those who were seen accepting cash in the video have been named in the FIR. The Narada sting operation has landed chief minister Mamata Banerjee in her biggest trouble so far. Those seen in the video telecast nationwide are some of the most prominent and the powerful in the party – Saugata Roy, Suvendu Adhikari, Sultan Ahmed, Aparupa Poddar, Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, Prasun Banerjee (all Lok Sabha MPs), Subrata Mukherjee, Firhad (Bobby) Hakim, Madan Mitra (ministers), Iqbal Ahmed (MLA), Sovan Chatterjee (MLA and Kolkata mayor) S M H Mirza (IPS officer who claimed to be taking the money on behalf of party Rajya Sabha MP Mukul Roy).

Sections 7 (Public servant taking gratification other than legal remuneration) and 13 (criminal misconduct by a public servant) of POCA were slapped against the accused. Criminal conspiracy charges of IPC (section 120B) were also held against them.

The Narada scam refers to a series of sting videos shot by Naradanews.com over a period of two years, which show several

ministers and half a dozen MPs of the TMC allegedly accepting bribes. It was aired a few days before the Bengal Assembly polls of 2016, leading Mamata Banerjee to allege that it was a result of political conspiracy.

Naradanews.com CEO Mathew Samuel told the media in his initial reaction, “I welcome the move. I have been saying from day one that the truth should come out.”

The TMC tried to play down the FIR. “The FIR should be not be taken at face value. The party will do whatever is required,” said Trinamool secretary general and state education minister Partha Chatterjee.

But the opposition welcomed the FIR and came down heavily on the government.

“The FIR is reassuring for us.

It will settle many doubts in the minds of people (read delay in investigation),” remarked Bengal BJP president Dilip Ghosh.

“Those who were seen accepting money now officially face corruption charges despite last ditch efforts by the Trinamool supremo to save them. Since all the accused are influential people and enjoy the blessings of the chief minister they must be interrogated in CBI custody,” said CPIM Lok Sabha MP and Politburo member Md Salim.

Leader of opposition and veteran Congress leader Abdul Mannan demanded resignation of the Trinamool leaders named in the

FIR. “The chief minister should be ashamed that half the members in her cabinet and the mayor of Kolkata are named in the FIR. If she is really a symbol of honesty, as she claims, she should first make them resign,” said Mannan, whose dogged pursuit resulted in CBI investigation in the chit fund scams three years ago.

According to CBI sources, a Special Investigation Team will be set up to investigate the case.

On March 18 a division bench of Calcutta high court ordered CBI investigation into the case. It asked CBI to file an FIR after conducting preliminary investigation in 72 hours.

On March 21, the Supreme Court rejected a plea by TMC leaders to stop the CBI probe and gave the agency one month to conduct the initial probe.

The Central Forensic Laboratory in Hyderabad certified the footage to be genuine and not doctored.

The Trinamool is already facing embarrassment over the imprisonment of two Lok Sabha MPs, Sudip Bandyopadhyay and Tapas Paul in connection with the Rose Valley scam that involves about Rs 15,000 crore -six times larger than the Saradha scandal of 2013.

The CBI’s FIR also comes at a time when the BJP is making serious efforts to gain a foothold in Bengal where the Trinamool Congress won a thumping majority for a second successive term in 2016.

KolKata, april 17 (iaNS): West Bengal's opposition parties on Monday tore into the state's ruling Trinamool Congress after the CBI filed an FIR against 12 of its frontline leaders in the Narada sting footage case. However, the Trinamool claimed that the timing of the FIR has raised doubts in the people's minds.

State Congress president Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury targeted Chief Minister and Trinamool supremo Mamata Banerjee for having earlier claimed that no such scandal has taken place. "The Chief Minister, who claims time and again that she believes in politics of transparency, had said after the last assembly polls (last year which Trinamool won) that herparty's victory meant there was no Narada scam.

"She needs to be asked whether she stll feels false cases have been lodged against the Narada accused?" he asked.

Chowdhury said people of the entire country got convinced after watching the footage that it was a case of corruption. "But only the Trinamool denied it. Today's development shows Trinamool is a party of 40 thieves, as in the Alibaba story.

"Twelve of their top leaders, besides an IPS officer, are accused in the CBI probe. This has besmirched Bengal's name across the country," said Chowdhury, a former Union Minister and current MP. Senior Communist Party of IndiaMarxist leader and noted lawyer Bikash Bhattacharya said the latest development was inevitable.

"CBI would have filed the FIR much earlier. But the Trinamool people went to court and gave more time to the CBI. I am sure CBI is making watertight-cases against these people are vital sections of the Indian Penal Code and Prevention of Corruption Act. "This shows the big role that money plays in politics of Bengal, or entire India. We hope there will be no political interference impeding the CBI probe.

Let there be a free inquiry. And let there be transparency in Indian politics," added Bhattacharya, who had fought the case for the petitioners seeking a CBI probe into the case.

BEiJiNG, april 17 (pti): China said on Monday that the recent visit of the Dalai Lama to Arunachal Pradesh had a “negative impact” on Sino-India ties and New Delhi should not use the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader to “undermine” Beijing’s interests.

“Dalai Lama’s visit to Arunachal Pradesh had a negative impact on IndiaChina ties. India should observe commitment on Tibet-related issues and should not use the Dalai Lama to undermine China’s interests,” Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said.

He said it was only in this way that “we can create a good atmosphere for the settlement of the boundary question”.

The Chinese spokesman’s remarks came in response to India’s Ministry of External Affairs statement on Friday that there was no change in New Delhi’s position on Tibet being part of China. External Affairs Ministry spokesman Gopal Baglay has said India will continue to seek a fair and mutually acceptable solution to the vexed boundary issue.

Dalai Lama visited Arunachal Pradesh from April 4-11.

Pakistan urges US to mediate on Kashmir

NEw YorK, april 17 (iaNS): The US can defuse the tension between New Delhi and Islamabad over the Kashmir issue as Washington has good relations with both the countries, Pakistan's envoy to the UN Maleeha Lodhi has said.

"Somebody needs to play this role and we think the US is in the best position to do that," the envoy said on Sunday.

However she also said that such a role required a more balanced policy on part of the US. The situation in Kashmir -- the longstanding dispute between Pakistan and India -- is once again inflamed, she explained and said that such an environment possessed threat to regional peace and security.

She said the US could avert any kind of crisis in the region. "So I am not suggesting that's about to happen but I am saying

before the next crisis happens this is a role of leadership that the US can play."

"Pakistan has felt that the US lacked balance in its approach to South Asia, and as a result we lost something in the relationship," the envoy said.

According to her, the nuclear deal that the Bush administration concluded with India was a discriminatory policy towards the South Asian region and had consequences for it.

"The people of Kashmir have waited for 70 years to see justice done to their cause, to see Security Council resolutions being implemented, so we do believe that the answer to the instability in our region, which is caused by primarily and principally the dispute over Kashmir, should be resolved." She believed that there was a need for dialogue between the two sides to resolve the ongoing tension.

Air India proposes hefty fines for unruly passengers

NEw DElhi, april 17 (iaNS): National passenger carrier Air India has formulated new guidelines to deal with unruly passengers with hefty fines up to Rs 15 lakh proposed.

According to AI sources, a new set of guidelines and fines have been drafted by the airline's legal team which is awaiting approval from Air India's Chairman and Managing Director Ashwani Lohani's office.

The draft guidelines envisage arming Air India's airport managers with more powers to deal directly with unruly passengers, while hefty fines of up to Rs 15 lakh have also been proposed to be levied on passengers who delay flight opera-

tions.

"Recent incidents of unruly behaviour and assault on AI employees by passengers (whether VIP or otherwise) have caused severe damage to the morale of the employees besides negative publicity to Air India," an airlines source said.

"Even a hotel on the roadside has a board 'Right of Admission Reserved'. Air India, therefore, must have a procedure for handling such unruly passengers...."

The new guidelines detailed a fresh fine structure through which an unruly passenger can be fined Rs 5 lakh for delaying a flight by an hour, Rs 10 lakh for delay beyond an hour and Rs 15 lakh for delay beyond two hours.

ED notice to Karti Chidambaram, Vasan Health Care

'Exchange of prisoners could possibly sort out Jadhav issue'

ChENNai, april 17 (iaNS): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday said it has issued notice to Vasan Health Care Pvt Ltd, its promoter Karti P Chidambaram, the son of former Finance Minister P.Chidambaram, and Advantage Strategic Consulting for violating foreign currency laws to the tune of Rs 2,307 crore.

The ED said it had served notice to Vasan Health Care Pvt. Ltd, its promoters and their relatives for violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) to the tune of Rs 2,262 crore.

Advantage Strategic Consulting was served notice for Rs 45 crore for sale of Vasan Health Care's shares to overseas investors.

The ED also added that further investigations under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) are going on in respect of Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) approval given to Aircel-Maxis by the then Finance Minister Chidambaram wherein foreign inflow was

Rs 3,500 crore (appx.).

As per the government policy and FIPB guidelines, the competent authority for any inflow above Rs 600 crore was the Cabinet Committee of Economic Affairs.

According to ED, preliminary investigations into the foreign investments received by Vasan Health Care, both in the primary market as well as secondary, revealed that the company had received investments from the Mauritius-based Sequoia and WestBridge and also through the investment arm of GIC, Singapore.

The overseas investors acquired shares of Vasan Health Care by acquiring Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS) directly from the company by investing a total amount of Rs 432 crore in different rounds of investments from February 2009 to November 2014.

The shares were acquired by the overseas investors on the face value of Rs 100 each.

In addition, investors acquired equity shares of Vasan Health Care

from its promoter A.M. Arun of MA Associates - a partnership firm belonging to Arun and his father-inlaw Dwarakanathan and Advantage Strategic Consulting, which, the ED said, was found to be in the control of Karti Chidambaram.

"The first tranche of sale took place in the end of 2010, when the shares were sold at Rs.7,500 per share. The second tranche of sale took place in March and May 2012, when the shares were sold Rs 5,242 per share," the ED said.

The total amount invested by the overseas investors, which ultimately benefited the above mentioned existing shareholders, is Rs 357.72 crore. Meanwhile Arun's wife transferred 300,000 shares to her father without receiving any consideration, while Arun organised the transfer of 150,000 shares from Dwarakanathan to Advantage Strategic Consulting for just Rs 50,00,000 which was paid a year later - the latter was never connected to the activities of Vasan Health Care till that date.

Arun also facilitated and ensured sale of shares held by Advantage Strategic Consulting, which sold 30,000 shares out of 150,000 shares it got to Sequoia group for Rs 22.5 crore. The investigating agency said the CCPS were issued to the overseas investors without determining upfront the price/conversion formula.

"Further, as per the Agreements, the Overseas Investors were given assurance of the Returns in one form or other. Such assurance of Returns and non determination of the Price/ conversion formula upfront are not permitted and are in contravention of FEMA," the ED said.

The ED also found that the parties had agreed on profit sharing mechanism whereby the transferee agrees to pay the transferor, a sale profit derived when they exit Vasan Health Care.

"Such clauses are akin to 'deferment of payment' and are not permitted without the approval of the Reserve Bank," the ED said.

The ED also said Vasan Health

Care had not followed any of their statutory obligations as envisaged under FEMA in their reporting mechanism to Reserve Bank of India and failure on their part also resulted in contravention of FEMA. Similarly, Arun didn't followed the statutory obligations of reporting the shares transferred by him to the overseas investors.

During the investigation, the ED also noticed that Vasan Health Care had transferred around $ 6.8 million with intimation of setting up a wholly owned subsidiary at Singapore but had not received the mandatory share certificates to confirm the investments made abroad.

The ED nalso oticed that subsequent to the transfer of amount from India to Singapore, further onward transfers were made to Dubai and Sri Lanka and setting up of step down subsidiaries by the company, without informing the regulatory authorities, leading to contravention of Overseas Direct Investment regulations to the extent of Rs 162 crore.

KolKata, april 17 (iaNS): Former National Security Adviser M.K. Narayanan on Monday said an exchange of prisoners is possibly the only way to sort out the controversy surrounding alleged spy Kulbhushan Jadhav.

"From my point of view, an exchange of prisoners is possibly the only way we can sort it (the issue) out," Narayanan told IANS here. But he declined to comment further on the issue.

New Delhi has warned that if Jadhav was hanged, it would amount to "premeditated murder".

Jadhav has been sentenced to death on charges of espionage and waging war against Pakistan. Islamabad says Jadhav was arrested in Balochistan. India says he was abducted from Iran.

As a fallout of the case, India on Saturday called off bilateral maritime security talks with Pakistan scheduled for April 17.

Narayanan was speaking on the sidelines of an international energy conference organised by The Neotia University.

In 5 years, private schools gain 17 mn students, while govt schools lose 13 mn Devanik Saha

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etween 2010-11 and 2015-16, student enrolment in government schools across 20 states fell by 13 million, while private schools acquired 17.5 million new students, according to a new study that offers insights into India's public-school education crisis.

Average enrolment in government schools -- where teachers are paid, on average, salaries that are four times those in China -- declined from 122 to 108 students per school over five years, while it rose from 202 to 208 in private schools, according to a research paper by Geeta Gandhi Kingdon, professor of education and international development at the Institute of Education, London.

Yet, 65 per cent of all school-going children in the 20 states, about 113 million, continue to get their education from government schools, according to District Information System for Education (DISE) and Ministry of Education data.

Why are students opting out of government schools, which educate the poorest and most vulnerable students until the age of 14 for free, and migrating to fee-charging private institutions in such large numbers?

The study, which uses DISE data, traced this student migration to the belief among parents that private schools offer better value for money and better teaching. Multiple evaluations after controlling for students'

home backgrounds indicate that "children's learning levels in private schools are no worse than, and in many studies better than, those in government schools", said Gandhi.

Despite the Rs 1.16 lakh crore ($17.7 billion) spent on Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) -- the national programme for universal elementary education -- the quality of learning declined between 2009 and 2014.

Less than one in five elementary school teachers are trained. In Delhi, capital city and its richest state, by per capita income, half of all government-school teachers are hired on temporary contracts. They are likely to be less motivated and accountable than teachers with full-time jobs.

The preference for private school education and the differences in learning outcomes of private and government schools vary between states. For instance, in 2015-16, in Uttar Pradesh, over 50 per cent of children studied in private schools, while in Bihar, less than four per cent of children attended private schools, according to DISE data.

In 2016, in Kerala, the proportion of children (aged 11-14) enrolled in government schools increased from 40.6 per cent in 2014 to 49.9 per cent. In Gujarat too, it increased, from 79.2 per cent in 2014 to 86 per cent, according to the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2016 data. ASER is a learning assessment of children in rural India.

In Punjab, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, government schools outperformed private schools in reading skills

in local languages, once household and parental characteristics were controlled for, according to a state-wise analysis in ASER 2014.

In Kerala and Tamil Nadu, where government schools were better than private schools to start with, learning outcomes improved between 2011 and 2014, once other factors were accounted for.

States with better-functioning government schools have more elite -- that is, more expensive -- private schools because there is no market here for the "low-fee" budget private schools that have been sprouting across the country, Gandhi's study said.

This explains why in poorer states, such as Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Orissa, about 70 per cent to 85 per cent of children studying in private unaided schools pay less than Rs 500 per month as school fees. Up to 80 per cent of private schools are "low" fee schools when benchmarked against per capita and daily wagers' incomes, the data show.

In 2016, for the first time in 10 years, private-school enrolment did not increase in rural areas -- it fell from 30.8 per cent in 2014 to 30.5 per cent in 2016, according to the ASER 2016 report. But this has not stemmed the growth of private schools nationwide.

Between 2010-11 and 2015-16, the number of private schools grew 35 per cent, while the number of government schools grew one per cent. Section 6 of the Right to Education Act 2009 legally obligates states to create more government schools.

The migration out of government schools has left many unviable, with high per-pupil expenditure, and low value-for-money from public education expenditure. About 24,000 government schools across Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh have closed, according to the study.

India's government teachers earn more than not just their counterparts in private schools but also in other countries, Gandhi's analysis shows.

Despite being paid at least four times the salaries of teachers in China (in terms of multiples of their respective per capita incomes), the performance of Indian teachers judged in terms of their students' learning levels, has been poor in the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) test in 2009, with India ranking 73rd and China ranking 2nd, among 74 countries.

Up to 80 per cent of India's public expenditure on education is spent on teachers -salaries, training and learning material, according to a six-state report. Teacher salaries in of teachers in Uttar Pradesh are four to five times India's per capita gross domestic product (GDP) and more than 15 times the state's, according to a 2013 analysis by Amartya Sen and Jean Dreze. This is much higher than the salaries paid to teachers in OECD countries and India's neighbours.

"This suggests the need to link future teacher salary increases to the degree of teachers' acceptance of greater accountability, rather than across-the board in-

creases irrespective of performance or accountability," said Gandhi.

The private education sector offers salaries based on market factors of demand and supply, said Gandhi, and given that there is a 10.5 per cent graduate unemployment rate in India, jobless graduates are willing to settle for low salaries in private schools.

A common suggestion is increasing India's spending on education. In 2015-16, central government spending on school and higher education was less than other BRICS countries -- India spent three per cent of its GDP on education, compared to Russia (3.8 per cent), China (4.2 per cent), Brazil (5.2 per cent), and South Africa (6.9 per cent).

However, increased government spending in education is not enough to improve educational outcomes. Between 2006 and 2013, public expenditure on school education increased from 2.2 per cent to 2.68 per cent of GDP. The education policy must be thoroughly revised to put in place better accountability and monitoring mechanisms to exploit the gains of increase in fiscal outlays on education.

Public private partnership (PPP) model may be the solution, Gandhi argued, combining the best of both worlds-public sector funding and private resources for education.

Before choosing any particular form of educational PPP, India must study these different designs and their relevance/applicability/ adaptability, and must also pilot test the chosen models before scaling up any novel intervention, Gandhi suggested in her paper.

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Pence stresses ‘era of strategic patience’ with N. Korea is over DEMILITARISED ZONE, SOuTh KOREA (REuTERS): U.S. Vice President Mike Pence stared across the demilitarised border between North and South Korea on Monday, a day after North Korea’s failed missile launch, reiterating that the U.S. “era of strategic patience” with Pyongyang was over.

Pence is on the first stop of a four-nation Asia tour intended to show America’s allies, and remind its adversaries, that the Trump administration is not turning its back on the increasingly volatile region.

The demilitarised zone (DMZ) is a heavily mined, four-km-wide (2.5-milewide) strip of land lined with barbed wire running across the Korean peninsula, with soldiers on both sides in a continual eyeball-to-eyeball standoff.

Pence, whose father served in the 1950-53 Korean War, said the United States would stand by its “iron-clad alliance” with South Korea and was seeking peace through strength.

“All options are on the table to achieve the objectives and ensure the stability of the people of this country,” he told reporters as tinny propaganda music floated across from the North Korean side.

He said U.S. President Donald Trump has made clear he won’t talk about specific military tactics.

“There was a period of strategic patience but the era of strategic patience is over,” Pence said.

The United States, its allies and China are working together on a range of responses to North Korea’s latest failed ballistic missile test, Trump’s national security adviser said on Sunday, citing what he called an international consensus to act.

H.R. McMaster indicated that Trump was not considering military action for now, even as a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier strike group was heading for the region.

“It’s time for us to undertake all actions we can, short of a military option, to try to resolve this peacefully,” he said on ABC’s “This Week” programme. “We are working together with our allies and partners and with the Chinese leadership to develop a range of options.

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U.S. Vice President Mike Pence arrives at Camp Bonifas near the truce village of Panmunjom, in Paju, South Korea, April 17. (REUTERS)

“There is an international consensus now, including the Chinese leadership, that this is a situation that just cannot continue,” McMaster said.

The Trump administration is focusing its North Korea strategy on tougher economic sanctions, possibly including an oil embargo, a global ban on its airline, intercepting cargo ships and punishing Chinese banks doing business with Pyongyang, Reuters reported last week, citing U.S. officials.

While Trump has employed tough rhetoric in response to North Korea’s recent missile tests, the new U.S. president’s options appear limited in dealing with a challenge that has vexed his Oval Office predecessors.

Most options fall into four categories: economic sanctions, covert action, diplomatic negotiations and military force.

Pence landed in South Korea hours after the North’s failed missile launch. His visit came a day after North Korea held a military parade in its capital, Pyongyang, marking the 105th anniversary of the birth of founding father Kim Il Sung.

What appeared to be new

long-range ballistic missiles Syrian airfield this month, in were on display in the parade. response to what he said was Syria’s use of chemical weap“WE’LL SEE WHAT HAPPENS” ons, raised questions about Tensions have risen as his plans for reclusive North Trump takes a hard rhetori- Korea. cal line with North Korean Japanese Prime Minisleader Kim Jong Un, who ter Shinzo Abe urged North has rebuffed admonitions Korea to refrain from taking from China and proceeded further provocative actions, with nuclear and missile pro- comply with U.N. resolutions grammes seen by Washing- and abandon its nuclear miston as a direct threat. sile development.

Trump acknowledged on “Japan will closely coopSunday that the softer line he erate with the U.S. and South had taken on China’s man- Korea over North Korea and agement of its currency was will call for China to take a biglinked to Beijing’s help on the ger role,” Abe told parliament.

North Korea issue.

However, a U.S. foreign “Why would I call Chi- policy adviser travelling with na a currency manipulator Pence sought to defuse some when they are working with of the tension, saying Sunus on the North Korean prob- day’s test of what was believed lem? We will see what hap- to be a medium-range missile pens!” Trump said on Twitter. had come as no surprise.

Trump has backed away from “We had good intelligence a campaign promise to label before the launch and good China in that way. intelligence after the launch,” Pence said Trump was the adviser told reporters on hopeful China “will take ac- condition of anonymity. tions needed to bring about China has spoken out change in policy” in North against the North’s weapons Korea. “But as the president tests and has supported U.N. has made very clear, either sanctions. It has repeatedly China will deal with this prob- called for talks while appearlem or the United States and ing increasingly frustrated our allies will,” he said. with the North.

Trump’s decision to orBeijing banned imports der a cruise missile strike on a of North Korean coal on Feb.

Erdogan narrowly wins Turkey referendum

ANKARA, ApRIL 17 (IANS): Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan narrowly won a referendum on Sunday to expand presidential powers.

With 99.97 per cent of ballots counted, the “Yes” campaign had won 51.41 per cent and “No” 48.59 per cent, and the electoral board called victory for “Yes”, BBC reported. Final referendum results will be released within 11-12 days.

The social-democratic CHP party, the country’s main opposition force, which campaigned against the reform, said the Supreme Electoral Board had helped the “Yes” option win.

CHP spokesman Erdal Aksünger told reporters that the party will challenge the ballots cast at 37 per cent of the precincts because there was “much manipulation” and will demand a recount.

The opposition’s chief concern is the statement issued by the board late on Sunday saying that it will consider ballots not previously validated by the electoral precinct authorities to be valid, a move the opposition claims opens the door to manipulation. “They’re saying that ballots and envelopes without the official seal are valid. That’s illegal. That means that they can bring votes in from outside,” EFE news quoted CHP Vice-President Bülent Tezcan as saying.

The pro-Kurdish Peoples’ Democratic Party (HDP) suggested “an indication of a three-four percentage point manipulation of the vote”. “Today, Turkey has made a historic decision on a 200-year-old conflict in its administrative system... Today is the day when a change, a decision to shift to a truly serious administrative system was made,” the state-run Anadolu Agency quoted Erdogan as saying in a post-referendum speech at Huber Palace in Istanbul Erdogan said 25 million “Yes” votes were cast, with a 1.3-million vote margin of victory, according to unofficial results.

Referring to the military coups which marred Turkish politics for decades, including a failed coup attempt in last July, Erdogan said Turkey changed its governmental system through civilian means for the first time in its republic history.

“For the first time in the history of the Republic, we are changing our ruling system through civil politics,” Erdogan said,

Deputy Prime Minister Veysi Kaynak said the results were not what they expected. “The ‘yes’ votes are lower than what we expected, but still they are ahead,” Xinhua news agency quoted him as saying.

However, Prime Minister Binali Yildirim said the Turkish nation gave its final word by voting “Yes” in the country’s constitutional referendum. Speaking at the Ankara headquarters of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) Yildirim said: “I thank and express my gratitude to all our citizens who went to the ballot box with a high turnout, and who protected our democracy.” “We have voiced different things to the nation but the nation gave its final world by saying ‘Yes’,” Anadolu agency quoted him as saying.

Saying that Turkey’s new government system would be put into practice in the 2019 general elections, Yildirim said: “Our nation made its choice, and it confirmed the presidential system.”

The leader of Turkey’s Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) Devlet Bahceli, who supported the “Yes” campaign, said the outcome of the referendum was an “undeniably successful achievement” and should be respected.

“The Turkish people have gone to the polls with a great dignity and decided on shifting to the presidential system of their own free will,” Anadolu Agency quoted Devlet Bahceli as saying in a statement.

More than 55 million people in the country were registered to vote, while another 1.3 million Turks cast ballots abroad.

Sunday’s referendum asked voters to choose ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ on an 18-article bill that would see the country switch from a parliamentary to a presidential system, The draft states that the next presidential and parliamentary elections will be held on November 3, 2019 when Erdogan’s current term ends. It sets a limit of two fiveyear terms for the President. It enables the President to directly appoint members of Turkey’s top judicial body, top public officials, ministers and assign one or several Vice-Presidents. It gives the President authority to annul parliament and declare an election. It introduces accountability before law for the President, but makes it more difficult for the President to be referred to the Constitutional Court for trial.

26, cutting off Pyongyang’s most important export. China’s customs department issued an order on April 7 telling traders to return North Korean coal cargoes, trading sources said.

Pyongyang has conducted several missile and nuclear tests in defiance of U.N. sanctions, and regularly threatens to destroy South Korea and the United States. North and South Korea are technically still at war because their 19501953 conflict ended in a truce, not a treaty.

The North has said it has developed and would launch a missile that can strike the U.S. mainland, but officials and experts believe it is some time away from mastering the necessary technology, including miniaturising a nuclear warhead. Sunday’s missile launch was a calculated move, the China Daily newspaper said in an editorial.

“And making it without prompting a furious response from Washington surely qualifies as a win to some degree from Kim’s perspective,” it said, referring to Kim Jong Un. “Trump, too, can claim a win. That the nuclear test did not happen will surely be seen as the pressure working.”

Duterte wins Time magazine poll

NEw YORK, ApRIL 17 (IANS): Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte won the 2017 TIME 100 poll after consistently leading the survey, the magazine said. The poll had asked readers who should be included on this year’s TIME 100 - an annual list of the world’s most influential people, a report published in the magazine said. Duterte received five per cent of the total “yes” votes in the poll, which closed Sunday night. Since taking office in June, Duterte has waged an aggressive war on drugs that has killed more than 8,000 people in the Phillippines, according to media reports.

The controversial anti-drug campaign has faced growing opposition from human rights groups and some political leaders, including Philippine Vice President Leni Robredo. Closely following Duterte in the TIME 100 poll were Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Pope Francis, Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg - all of whom received three per cent of the total “yes” votes.

US’ Bernie Sanders won the reader poll in 2016 while Russian President Vladimir Putin took the lead in 2015.

The official TIME 100 list, which is selected by TIME’s editors, will be announced on April 20.

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would be for Washington to use electronic warfare or cyber attacks to disable North Korean missiles during or shortly after their launch.

The high failure rate of the North’s missile tests has prompted speculation that the United States is already doing so. The New York Times reported last month that the U.S. military is working hard on missile defenses that would involve sabotage rather than traditional anti-missile interceptors.

.S. President Donald Trump has employed tough rhetoric in response to North Korea’s recent missile tests, but the new president’s options appear limited in dealing with a challenge that has vexed his Oval Office predecessors.

Most options fall into four categories: economic sanctions, covert action, diplomatic negotiations and DIPLOMACY military force.

The Trump administration has not indicated publicly it is interestECONOMIC SANCTIONS North Korea is already among ed in reviving moribund diplomatic the most heavily sanctioned na- negotiations with North Korea over tions, facing numerous strictures its nuclear and missile programs.

There have been no official negoto limit its ability to conduct commerce, participate in international tiations for seven years. In February finance and trade in weapons and 2012, the United States and North other contraband. Despite those Korea announced an agreement measures, “most analysts agree that in which the North would suspend U.S. and multilateral sanctions have operations of its Yongbyon uranium not prevented North Korea from ad- enrichment plant, allow internationvancing its fledgling nuclear weap- al inspectors to verify the suspenons capability,” said a report last sion, and implement moratoriums year from the U.S. Congressional on nuclear and long-range missile tests. In return, North Korea would Research Service.

Reuters reported last week that get badly needed food aid.

In April of that year, the North Trump is focusing his North Korea strategy for now on tougher sanc- attempted to launch a satellite on a tions, possibly including an oil three-stage rocket, in what Washingembargo, banning its airline, inter- ton said was a violation of the agreecepting cargo ships and punishing ment because of the rocket’s potenChinese banks doing business with tial military uses. While Pyongyang denied it had breached the agreePyongyang, U.S. officials said.

The U.S. officials expressed doubt ment, the deal was suspended. Chiabout how much farther China is will- na, alarmed at rising U.S.-North Koing to go to pressure its defiant North rea tensions, on Saturday called for Korean ally - despite Beijing’s increas- talks leading to the denuclearization ing frustration with Pyongyang’s mis- of the Korean peninsula. sile launches and nuclear tests. Beijing has long feared that economic MILITARY FORCE Military options available to collapse in North Korea would flood China with refugees and leave it to deal Trump range from a sea blockade with chaos on the Korean peninsula. aimed at enforcing sanctions to cruise missile strikes on nuclear and missile facilities to a broader camCOVERT ACTION The United States, with help paign aimed at overthrowing leader from Israel, temporarily set back Kim Jong Un. How North Korea would respond Iran’s nuclear program via a computer virus called Stuxnet, which to even a limited strike is unknown, destroyed thousands of centrifuges but it threatened on Friday to “ruthlessly ravage” the United States if used to enrich uranium.

The United States tried, but Washington chooses to attack.

Any U.S. military action brings failed, to deploy a version of the Stuxnet virus to attack North Korea’s severe risks for U.S. ally South Konuclear weapons program in 2009- rea. “South Korea has some 20 million people within artillery range of 2010, Reuters reported in 2015.

One former high-ranking intel- North Korea,” retired ambassador ligence official briefed on the pro- Chris Hill, the top U.S. envoy to talks gram said the effort was stymied with North Korea under President

by North Korea’s utter secrecy and George W. Bush, said on Sunday on extreme isolation of its communica- ABC’s “This Week” program.

On the same program, Trump tions systems.

That same secrecy is responsible national security adviser H.R. Mcfor what U.S. officials have consis- Master indicated military force is tently described as limited U.S. in- a last resort. “It’s time for us to untelligence about the North Korean dertake all actions we can, short of a military option, to try to resolve this government’s inner workings.

Another semi-covert approach peacefully,” he said.

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he answer to who is from Nagaland state territory and who is not is a serious political matter than just a simple question. This decides who and who do not for Nagaland.

In political matters it is only the citizens of the territory that decides the political matter of the territory and not by others.

A Naga village has no say in the affairs of another village. One Naga tribe has no say in the affairs of another tribe.

Arunachal has no say in political affairs of Assam and Manipur cannot decide for Nagaland or vice versa. In political matters, it is the State itself who decides and no other.

The Naga Hills formed the Naga National Council (NNC in 1946) based on the democratic Principle of Non-Violence for the Pan Naga Tribes of the Northeast India and of Burma.

Initially Tuensang-Mon Area was not in Naga Hills, it was in the Northeast Frontier Agency, and the NNC cannot decide for the Area. Mr. Phizo met the Leaders of Tuensang Area and persuaded them to join the NNC. Mr. Thongdi Chang brought the Tuensang Area to NNC and together formed the Federal Government of Nagaland.

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join the NNC, they decided for themselves in matters of politics. NNC sent Mr. Imnaonen the General Secretary as its envoy to the Konyaks. 9 Principal Konyak Anghs and Escorts of about 40 with muzzle loading guns discussed the matter through Thanwang of Tamlu, the first educated Konyak in early 1950s. Finally after 4 days of intense discussion in the Ponkong Jungles, the Angh of Mon as the representative of the Konyaks, with Konyak ceremonial daoh and great force cut the sharp edge of another similar ceremonial daoh the General Secretary was made to hold. Dents were made at the cutting edges of both the daohs and Mon Angh solemnly declared “until the dents in the Daohs disappear, the Konyaks will be land animal if the NNC is land Animal, and if the NNC is water animal, the Konyaks will be water animal”.

Mr. Khaplang, the principal leader of the Naga of Burma said some time ago that NNC and the Plebiscite was for Nagaland only though practically Khaplang worked for the NNC until Muivah created the rival National Socialist Council of Nagaland in 1980.

The NNC was for Pan Naga of the Northeast and Burma.

The Organization included any Naga Community joining it democratically.

The Tuensang-Mon Area ultimately joined the Naga National Council and the State of Nagaland in early 1950s.

Muivah joined the NNC around middle 1960s and became the General Secretary of the NNC in 1965. He was democratically elected and had he remained, he would have a right in the Decision Making Body of the NNC. But Muivah fearfully and violently created a separate National Socialist Council of Nagaland –NSCN- with Barrel of the Gun in opposition to the NNC. One Naga State cannot become the common Naga Territory of all the Naga Tribes, just because the people are all Naga. Even wild animals have different territories and one of one territory cannot stray into the other. A family of Lion or Tiger or a pack of wild dogs do not stray into each other Territory.

Muivah’s has rebelled out of NNC territory, he has no say in the political affairs of Nagaland State territory.

This is political principle of all mankind of all the continents of the world. Britain does not accept European Union to decide for Britain, so it has democratically separated out from the EU. France, Italy may likely follow.

Nagaland does not object to any Naga from any other State

coming and living in Nagaland but it would not accept other State to decide for the state political matters. The Parliament of India even does not interfere in the customary traditional practices of Nagaland.

The territorial limit of a State is very serious matter; nobody on his own has the power to integrate or disintegrate State Territories.

Any Community declaring itself Naga peaceably is Naga.

Muivah is Naga from Manipur and can have a say for that State bue not for Nagaland. The NSCN of Muivah claim: I. All lands of Nagaland are National Land, II. All minerals of Nagaland belongs to NSCN Government III. The institution he would form -Pan Naga Hoho would govern Nagaland IV. Divided Nagaland Citizens into Permanent and Non-permanent Classes V. Imposed Tax on the territory of Nagaland VI. GoI has given Sovereignty power to IM to integrate all Naga Areas of the northeast into Nagalim.

Shri. Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India has publicly refuted Muivah’s claim as “blatant lie”!

It is very uncomfortable,

even shameful for the Naga to hear Statement of IM Leader described as a ‘blatant lie’ by the Prime Minister of a great Country India.

Mr. RN Ravi the Interlocutor between India and the NSCN (IM), said on 25 March 2017, (quoted) “I have signed the Framework Agreement on behalf of the Government of India and I know everything in detail of it.

There is nothing about touching the territorial Integrity of any State”.

The Home Minister of India Rajnath Singh immediately refuted Muivah’s claim as “erroneous” Yet, General Secretary is bewitching Nagaland with false political claims and statements, his MIP instead of clarifying the ‘erroneous’ political statement and ‘blatant lies’ has made racists and defamatory Statements challengeable in the Court.

It is bewildering as to how Nagaland has so completely been bewitched by a fake democrat, un-trustable violent person and a man whose hand is dirty with innocent blood.

Nagaland seemed to have been blinded with its own stubborn self-righteous national political arrogance. It seems to have become so dependent and defensive in its political outlook that it appears naively unbalanced.

The way ahead of us - Part 2

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he aim of our leaders was to protect our unique identity within the Constitution of India. The statehood was born under the 16th Point Agreement signed by the moderate Naga Leaders, then, Naga People Convention (NPC). But now we can say that the Central Government has not taken certain points sincerely. For example, Sl. No. 2, of the Agreement Nagaland shall be under the Ministry of External Affairs. But the Central Government has replaced it and put under the Home Ministry, sl. No. 12, re-transfer of Reserved forest is not been resolved till date. Sl. no. 13 consolidation of contiguous Naga area has not been solved till date. The elected members of NLA are fully responsible to guard the 16th Point Agreement. As long as we remain as a state within the Indian Union this agreement shall be protected unless and until some political changes take place.

In the context of our present State Government affairs, we are fortunate to have s a party-less Government for the last few years and only recently emerged one lone opposition member out of 60 members, 59 are the ruling members.

It can be said that this is the right time to do whatever they like for the government as well as for the public.

But, on the other side such type of Government is doubtful for deliverance of good Governance. It is possible to become an Authoritarian type of Government better known by the political science students. Here most decisions are taken by the top leaders and the members are no dare to oppose or object against any decision due to fearing of any disciplinary action imposes by the top leaders.

At the present juncture, numbers of scams are mushrooming, like backdoor appointment, scam on civil supply, non payment of salaries to teachers, besides JCC and NTAC demands are yet to be solved. The 7th ROP is settled with the Government employees Association, but not yet implemented. However, once the Government stated that the state ROP was implemented on 10 years basis, i.e 1970,1980,1990.and2010. which was published in daily news paper, ‘‘Eastern Mirror” dated March 25 2017. The fact is that Nagaland state employees enjoyed, the Assam ROP since 1963 and implemented the Nagaland ROP in 1975, and ROP1983 effected on 1st April 1981 and ROP 1984 effected on 1st December 1984 and ROP 1993 effected on 1st June 1990 and ROP 1999 effected on 1st June 1998. Thus the State ROP does not get implemented on 10 years basis before the implementations of the central pay ROP 2010 affected on 1st June 2008. It is so surprising that the Government is knowingly diluting the facts and is trying to blindfold the public. Now, one of the serious questions is the backdoor appointment. Let us imag-

ine, since the 2nd public retirement Act 2009, thousands of employees are retiring from the service. if we check the list in the Accountant General office, more then 150 and above of the pension cases are finalised every month. Then how are those vacancies fill up? It is only once that the open examination conducted on 30.10.2010 by P&AR for recruitment to office assistant on 30.10.2010. Besides, except for the posts of secretariat assistant examination conducted by the NPSC from time to time, how many times each and every Department are conducting the open competitive examination? Or sending the requisition to NPSC to conduct examination. But leaving all these norms backdoor appointment is randomly going on. All the educated unemployed or the job seekers are not party workers and their children’s or relatives of the Ministers and bureaucrats. I am citing one example, during the litigation period against the 2nd amendment of Public Employment Act 2009, my article, Titled; The controversial Bill—2009 was published in the daily paper Nagaland Post dated 22nd August 2009 in post mortem column in the last para, “Today it is hopeless for a person without political support even if the employees retire by the present bill, let us imagine how many applicant can be appointed on merit basis against those vacancies. The student body like NSF should also check the practise of backdoor appointment and age tampering. It is well understood this bill seems to be politically motivated. Let us remember one saying, “Politicians are always trying to fish in trouble water”.

Today, it is clearly proved that the random backdoor appointment is true.

In this regard we should not mix up the academic qualifications with that of merit in the competitive examination.

If such practice of random backdoor appointment continues, is it permissible or can be justified the image of a good Governance or be tolerated by Naga society?

In my views Nagas today stand; “between the devil and the deep blue sea”.

The next election is coming near, everyone likes to be in the ruling party and no one likes to be in the opposition both by the elected members and the general public. So there are two options to be in the ruling party, either to vote for the present ruling party in the State in spite of so many loopholes prevailing in the governance or to vote for the BJP, the ruling party at the centre.

Now, BJP party is deeply rooted at the centre and many other States. Due to PM Modi’s magic and his charismatic leadership, BJP is gaining the power inspite of calling them communal force or party. The Secular Party is the INC which is the oldest and largest party now seen declining at the centre. The best example is that while demonetization was implemented in the last part of year 2016 there were strong complaints by the public all over the country blam-

ing the BJP Government. But now this mission is a success. Whereas the congress party trying to fight tooth and nail to win the public mandate, yet it shows a poor mandate during the recent election in five States, Congress emerged victorious in one State and four others were won by the BJP. Perhaps, many of us would like to vote for BJP because it is deeply rooted at the Centre and in many States, But BJP is a communal party and it is going against secularism. The best example is the declaration of the Good Friday as “Judge Day”, Fathers Day as “Yoga Day” and Christmas Day as “Good Governance Day”, this year also observed “Good Friday” as “Digital India whereas, Nagaland, Meghalaya and Mizoram were exempted. It hurts the sentiment of Christians and it would be an initial stage of attacking Christian value and ethics.

Besides, the women reservation under ULB election it corrects to say that it attacks the Article 371A the protector of Naga identity. Yet, the greater blow will be when Parliament passes the Women Reservation Bill in the near future. Then, whether Article 371A can protect us?

Again, BJP Government had a plan to impose the uniform civil code. This may be another blow to distort the Article 371A which protect the rights and identity of the Nagas. Now NPF has a good alliance with BJP under NDA, but in case, if BJP comes to power in our State someday our leaders being Christians but will be compelled to wear even the saffron dress and bow to saffron leaders and this will be unavoidable in spite of attack on the Christian ethics. Unless we are well aware, and alert; Article 371Athe protector of Naga identity may be gradually distorted and will remain like a scrap.

Now the present challenge is, to take action on police officer and personnel as demanded by the JCC and NTAC. The women reservation in ULB election is not solved. It is hope that the issue will be solved under the new leadership of State Government in order to avoid further turmoil.

Besides, religion and politics are opposite to each other, yet it is just the different face of a coin. It is a part and parcel of our social life. Similarly churches play a vital role in our Naga social and political life. The most important is the declaration of the theme, “Nagaland for Christ”. The origin of this can be traced back in 1960.

The Ao CE (Christian Endeavour) convention declared it and wrote in a banner “NAGALAND FOR CHRIST”.

It means life, talents, time, wealth are ALL FOR CHRIST. This message with the banner was proclaimed throughout the nook and corner of Nagaland.

Later, the church leaders made another declaration to send out 10,000 missionaries. The then Nagaland for Christ is a great dedication of our land, people, life, talent, time, and wealth

ALL FOR CHRIST. And the other one is the Great Covenant with God committed for blessing of our land and people for future generation.

Firstly, it is a challenge to everyone to led a life on the Christian tenets in everyday life, even our leaders, politicians, bureaucrats and other official if followed in letter and spirit of the theme of all for Christ in daily life in respective profession, there will be no corruption but fairness and justice will prevail. Again, if the general public led a daily life in their works and duty as a true Christian, and then if the churches and its leaders do not go after materialistic gain, but guide and teach the believers to lead a life as per the above mentioned theme and its tenets and there-by sincerely followed by every Christian, then our land, Nagaland will turn into a paradise.

Secondly, Nagaland Missionary Movement (NMM) is initiating and sending a number of committed missionaries to India and abroad. It is believed that committed target will be achieved one day. Then, one day Nagas can win the world not by bullet but by Christian values and moral, and then the world may easily identify who the Nagas are and be recognised by the world and able to shine among the Nations.

The first Naga Political consciousness was formed after the First World War. About 2000 men went to France as labour corp and after returning from Europe, Some of them felt the political consciousness and later, formed the Naga Club. In 1929 Naga Club submitted a Memorandum to Simon Commission to let the Nagas remain separate in the reform, and it was followed by the 9th Point Agreement where Nagas demanded for certain autonomy.

And then, the 16th Point agreement was reached and statehood was granted, which was strongly opposed by freedom fighters. On the other hand, another one Accord known as Shillong Accord 1975 signed by some representatives which was strongly opposed

by Naga national freedom Fighters.

Then, the scenario of the Naga political movement changed into a new course since the midst of 1980.

Today, it is very unfortunate to have too many groups and factions.

Yet, among them, NSCN (IM) signed the ceasefire agreement since 1st August 1997 after having a numbers of Political talks which resulted to sign the Peace Accord on 3rd August 2015.

The contents of the accord are yet to be disclosed. Now, the General Public are anxiously waiting for the outcome of the accord. We are expecting the accord to be an acceptable one to all the Nagas.

It would be better to declare the actual contents of the peace accord in order to avoid different propagandas and rumours with diverse notion. It is wished and prayed that the Accord does not bring another blunder like the Shillong Accord.

The road that leads to death G. L. Khing

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hat is this road that makes my soul to tremble in fear, shame and agony? As I asked myself such a question that bears no answer, I realized that I was traveling back home to be warmly welcomed by many potholes. They all invited me to stay with them for some more years till the Government receives new funds. I found no words to tell them. My sympathy moved my head towards my heart. So, I replied them that they may get some shelter when the road is constructed anew. Till then, they will have to bear the heat and rain for the sake of Nagas. The pebbles cry underneath the tyres of heavy vehicle. The family of size stones beside the road were terrified at the sight of such injustice meted out to their younger ones (pebbles). They all decided not to sacrifice themselves for the cause of Nagas anymore. Therefore, they moved towards the river bed to cool themselves till the release of the next election manifesto.

It was surely a warm welcome because I was sweating at the sight of the road. I then remembered my journey to Mt. Saramati last October. I struggled much to reach the highest mountain peak of Nagaland (3840 mts). But here, in this low land area, the struggle was different. This difference makes the difference even more. The dusts that pass by wave their empty hands indicating that all the funds meant for the road is over (eku bi nai hoishe). My heart ache together with my body. This is the real ache because it is a combination of both body and soul. I decided to go home only when the road put on their new black dress (blacktop road) to welcome a white soul. Home is homely, but the road is not roadly. So my decision rolled back to the cloud above because Home is better than the road. Therefore, I chose the better part in spite of the worst travel.

Human life can be compared to a road. There are people who travel bad road to reach good life. While others travel good road only to meet bad ends. Both the comparisons can be found very well as you travel from Kohima to Wokha via Tseminyu. The road will eat you up if you are not careful. Seat belts are not comfortable enough. You need iron chains to travel this road. The dust will make you either invisible or disfigured. On reaching your home, even your own wife and husband will fail to recognize you. You have travelled just a short distance to distance yourselves from your loved ones with your disfigurement! This is not a joke, it is only a funny journey. The Rengmas and Lothas are used to with such journey.

The Rengmas have a large settlement in High School area, where as the Lothas have a good placement in Keziekie area. They are blessed because they can wash themselves clean before proceeding to Kohima Town. Failing to do this will make you appear in the next series of the movies, “The gods must be crazy.” God knows the condition of the road, so he placed them right before Kohima town proper.

God has saved you from shame, but the Government of Nagaland is putting you into bigger shame by their utter negligence. Therefore, the Rengmas and Lothas are right in their claim for good road. If the Government cannot construct road that can last for five years (construction of road MUST last at least for five years in other parts of the country), at least put up artificial road that can last for one day. Something is better than empty promises.

When public takes law into their hands, it is unlawful and invalid. But when the Government takes the law into their hands and stumps them with its feet. I think it is more unlawful. This is what the Government is doing the most. Do not promise gold and silver to a beggar, instead feed him with a morsel of food. This is the right act of helping people to grow. In Nagaland, promises are bigger than any planet of the solar system and higher than the heavens. Therefore, fulfilment is too far from reality. Many public leaders keep themselves warm with such promises and die a cold death.

I hope the leaders of the two tribes do not fall victims to such sweet scented words.

Let no road leads to death. Villages and towns can die a natural death in the absence of good and lasting road. This is not understood by many Nagas. Therefore, the pressure and demand for it last only for certain hours/months. We should not be afraid in placing life ahead of death. Development and connectivity bring life, whereas seclusion dooms people.

Let us feed Nagas with basic necessities and not with potholes and dust. If Nagas are cheated over and over again for decades, I am sure many ministers and MLAs will receive stones (collected from the highways) and packets of dust as presentation. This will be the most applicable presentation. We can only give what we have. I hope I am not wrong with this application.

Even if it is wrong, times and circumstances will prove me right.

Dos & DON’ts as you travel from Kohima to Wokha via Tseminyu: Do’s: 1. Remember to carry your breakfast, lunch and supper.

2. Carry extra tyres (3/4 tyres will suffice because its just 80 kms) 3. Carry chains along with your seat belt.

4. Hire JCB to escort you till your destination.

5. Put on loud music lest you hear unfamiliar jerking sound.

DON’ts 1. Rush too fast, you may reach Mokokchung without touching Tseminyu and Wokha.

2. Open your window glass, either water or dust will swallow you.

3. Smile at each other, your teeth may be scattered due to heavy jerks.

4. Carry pregnant women. The road side hotels may become Labour room.

5. Carry infants, they may get old and grey before reaching Kohima.

Please follow these Do’s and Don’ts if you want to be a Real Naga inside real Nagaland. Failure in abiding by these rules may make you ever happy and successful. Always obey the Government because the Government may not obey you.

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

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Harry suffered ‘total chaos’ over Diana’s death

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ritain’s Prince Harry suffered “total chaos” before eventually seeking help to deal with the death of his mother Princess Diana, he said in an interview published Monday.

Speaking to The Telegraph newspaper, the 32-year-old prince said he had spent years trying to ignore his emotions follow-

ing Diana’s death in 1997 when he was just 12.

“My way of dealing with it was sticking my head in the sand, refusing to ever think about my mum, because why would that help?

It’s only going to make you sad. It’s not going to bring her back,” he said.

It was not until the age of 28 that he sought help from mental health professionals after encourage-

ment from others, including “huge support” from his older brother Prince William.

“It was 20 years of not thinking about it and then two years of total chaos…

I didn’t know what was wrong with me,” he said.

While Harry has referred to grief in the past and supported mental health charities, he is acutely sensitive about media at-

tention and it is rare for him to speak openly about his personal experience.

Diana and her boyfriend Dodi Fayed were killed in a car crash in a Paris underpass on August 31, 1997, along with their French driver Henri Paul as they tried to outrun chasing photographers.

Her death triggered a mass outpouring of public grief and Harry walked behind her coffin during a funeral which was broadcast around the world.

Harry said he recently confronted the grief of losing his mother as well as tackling the pressures of a royal life including overcoming a feeling of “fight or flight” during engagements.

“I generally don’t know how we (royals) stay sane. I don’t have any secrets, I’ve probably been very close to a complete breakdown on numerous occasions,” he said.

Boxing ‘saved me’ During a decade in the British army Harry served twice in Afghanistan and went on to meet soldiers in a recovery unit, an experience he said had an impact on his health.

“You park your own issues, because of what you are confronted with,” he told The Telegraph.

Describing himself as “a problem” through much of his twenties, Harry said as well as seeking treatment he found taking up boxing helped.

“Everyone was saying boxing’s good for you and it’s really good for letting out aggression. That really saved me, because I was on the verge of punching someone.

Being able to punch someone with pads was certainly easier,” he said.

Prince William and his wife Kate are campaigning along with Harry to end stigma around mental health, supporting charities through their Heads Together initiative.

Harry said once he started talking about how he felt he discovered he was “part of quite a big club” and encouraged others to open up.

“What we’re trying to do is normalise the conversation to the point of where anyone can sit down and have a coffee and say, ‘You know what, I’ve had a really shit day. Can I just tell you about it?'” he said.

Katy Perry launches footwear line

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he 32-year-old singer joined forces with Global Brands Group Holding Limited earlier this year to work on a range of footwear, and has now launched her line by holding a celebratory brunch, according to Women's Wear Daily.

Posting a picture of the 'Chained To The Rhythm' hitmaker with a giant model of one of her shoes, the publication wrote on Instagram on Monday: ''Katy Perry celebrated the launch of her footwear collection with an East Day Recovery Brunch. #wwdeye (: @ lexieblacklock) (sic)'' Previously, Katy claimed she had been working on the fashion range for ''three years''. Speaking about her designs, the 'Roar' hitmaker said: '' [Footwear] was a part of me that needed to be carefully created and developed, and I had to weigh a lot of my options. So for about three years, I was educating myself on the business and

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sical!", "Katdashians! The Musical!" and "Full House!

The Musical!", reported Billboard The off-Broadway production will hosted at The Triad Theatre, according to their official website The dates for the shows have not been disclosed yet

Source: Contactmusic

Source: AFP

'Friends' musical parody to open off-Broadway

new musical parody of the iconic sitcom "Friends" is planned to premier in New York in this fall Titled, "Friends! The Musical!", the show is an is an unofficial production from the creators of other parodies such as "90210! The Mu-

[thinking about] who would be a great partner.''

And the brunette beauty who is known for her eccentric style has described her capsule, which features pumps with rabbit detail on the toe, and platform shoes with a cigar heel, as ''vibrant, expressive and defining''.

She explained: ''It's vibrant, expressive and defining. ''Not everybody is rich, and not everybody is excessive. And everybody has more important things to spend their money on - whether it's their children, or their family or their health. At the end of the day, your personality shouldn't be so expensive to display. ''We've learned through manufacturing and science that we can make things [with] better quality that don't take so much time. Applying all of this information makes a better product faster and with more options.''

Ban Harley-Davidson: Ajaz Khan

According to Huffington Post, the musical has been scripted by Bob and Tobly McSmith It will include songs such as 'The Only Coffee Shop in New York City,' '45 Grove Street ? How Can We Afford This Place?' and 'We Were on a Break'.

Source: PTI

No Doubt release new tracks as new 'Harper Beckham' is now a trademark he fashion designer has registered band Dreamcar… without Gwen Stefani "Harper Beckham" with intellec-

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embers of No Doubt have no need to talk about their female fronter as Tony Kanal, Tom Dumont, and Adrain Young ventured on their own without Gwen Stefani.

The musicians formed the supergroup Dreamcar with AFI lead singer Davey Havok as they released the single All the Dead Girls on Friday. This is the third single to be released as Kill for Candy and Born to Lie hit the radio waves earlier in March. The songs are steeped in the New Wave rock stylings of the 1980s that Kanal and his fellow Dreamcar members grew up absorbing.

The band’s self-titled debut album will be released May 12. The seeds for Dreamcar were planted in 2014 when Kanal and Havok, who are both vegans, kept running into each other at the same restaurants in Los Angeles.

That summer the four members began writing and demoing music together.

Without telling anyone outside their significant others, they clandestinely moved into a downtown Los Angeles rehearsal spot and formed what would become Dreamcar.

Regarding the absence of 47-year-old superstar Stefani, Kanal would only comment on the status of their original band No Doubt, which formed in 1986 and took a break in 2013. When asked how long No Doubt would be on hiatus, Kanal told The San Diego Union-Tribune: 'It’s indefinite.

There’s been no discussion of doing anything any time soon.' 'To clarify, there’s been no discussion of doing anything in the future, so we’ll see. Dreamcar could go on for a good long while,' he added.

Source: MailOnline

tual property authorities in Britain and Europe. It'll allow her to bring out branded products including toys and clothing, and also protects Harper's name in the entertainment industry. The names of Victoria and David Beckham's three other children have also been registered.

The application, filed on 22 December, says Victoria is the holder of the rights as parent and guardian. It will mean the former Spice Girl is the only person who can legally use 'Harper Beckham' on products, also ranging from rag dolls to anti-wrinkle cream. And it will prevent anyone else in the music, film or TV industries calling themselves by the name.

Harper is named after Harper Lee, the author of Victoria's favourite book, To Kill A Mockingbird.

The Beckham's family business is thought by experts to be worth hundreds of millions of pounds. As well as Victoria's successful fashion line, they have endorsed products including perfume and underwear. David Beckham registered his name in 2000 and Victoria did the same in 2002. Cruz, Romeo and Brooklyn were all registered as trademarks at the same time as Harper.

Brooklyn, 18, has recently been making his own name as a photographer, with his first book due out in May. Fourteenyear-old Romeo has modelled for Burberry, while 12-year-old Cruz is pursuing a music career. George Sevier is from law firm Gowling WLG. He's says it's a good move by Victoria Beckham.

"It is much easier to get a trademark registration when the application is made before the personality becomes famous. "And having a trademark registration it makes it much easier to stop applied for registration of Harper Beckother people from using the name with- ham as a trademark across the EU. That's out permission. "Victoria Beckham has a sensible move."

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ctor Ajaz Khan has asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and cow vigilantes to ban global brand Harley-Davidson in India for selling products made from cow hide. Ajaz made a video which he shared on his official fan's page on Facebook on Saturday.

"I have stalled shooting in Kashmir and come live to share that all these people called 'Gau Rakshaks' (cow vigilantes) are causing harm and killing people.

So many people have been killed and no one is saying anything," Ajaz said in the over-three-minute video.

"I just bought a leather belt for Rs 8,000 from Harley Davidson. This is a cow leather belt. It's being sold in the entire world. If you really consider yourself men, then I request Modi ji, Yogi ji and 'Gau Rakshaks' to shut down Harley Davidson. I am helping you and not making fun of you," he added.

The former "Bigg Boss" contestant later criticised Modi and Adityanath. "You want to divide citizens of the country. You want to

create riots amongst Hindu and Muslims. You can't do anything. You can just get one man beaten by 20," he said.

"Go and shut Harley Davidson. You won't get anything by beating poor.

I have also observed the poor state of stray cows on the road. Please save them first. Don't divide and provoke Hindus and Muslims in the country," Ajaz added.

Source: IANS

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THE MORUNG EXPRESS

IPL: Pandey, Pathan guide KKR to 4 wicket win

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New Delhi, April 17 (iANS): Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) rode on a brilliant batting effort from Manish Pandey and Yusuf Pathan to beat Delhi Daredevils by four wickets in a thrilling Indian Premier League (IPL) 2017 match at the Feroz Shah Kotla here on Monday.

Pandey, who remained unbeaten on 69 off 49 balls rescued the visitors with a brilliant 110-run fourth wicket stand with Pathan (59) to turn the tide in favour of the visitors after a dreadful start.

Needing nine from the last over, Mishra got Chris Woakes stumped off his second delivery but couldn't prevent Pandey from hitting him for a six off the fourth ball and then leaked two runs off the next to lose the tie.

Earlier, skipper Zaheer

Khan gave Delhi a perfect start with the wickets of his opposite number Gautam Gambhir (14) and Colin de Grandhomme (1) while Pat Cummins sent back one down Robin Uthappa (4) to reduce the visitors to 21/3.

Zaheer struck in the opening over of the innings to remove KKR's debutant de Grandhomme, who holed out a short of length delivery to give a simple catch to Sam Billings at deep square leg.

The next over saw Cummins getting belted for two boundaries by Gambhir and one from Uthappa before the Australian hit back with the wicket of the KKR stumper on the last ball of the over.

The third over witnessed the fall of an inform Gambhir, who found a leading edge from Zaheer to be smartly latched on by

Angelo Mathews running back a few steps at backward point. The southpaw faced 12 deliveries and fired two boundaries.

Thereafter, Yusuf Pathan (59) and Manish Pandey batted sensibly to resurrect the visitors' innings with a 110-run fourth wicket stand, as KKR went past the 100-run mark with ease in the 13th over.

Pathan, expectedly was the more aggressive of the two with the Baroda righthander slamming two consecutive boundaries off Cummins before lofting Mohammed Shami for a huge one-handed six over long-on.

The 34-year-old Pathan brought up his first half century of this year's IPL in style by dispatching Zaheer for a flat six over long on while completing the 100run stand off 66 deliveries.

Pandey, at the other end, played the perfect second fiddle, by hitting the occasional boundaries to get to his half century off 37 balls.

Just when the match seemed to be slipping out of Delhi's hands, South African all-rounder Chris Morris provided some respite to the capacity crowd at the Kotla with the wicket of the dangerous Pathan.

Pathan, who had by now faced 39 deliveries and struck six boundaries and two maximums, got a leading edge off a quick delivery from Morris, who took it on his own follow through.

The fall of Pathan, brought in Suryakumar Yadav (7), who chipped in with a 21-run fifth wicket stand with Pandey before Cummins dismissed him on the penultimate ball of his fourth over.

In the end, Pandey kept his cool, striking four boundaries and three sixes to help the visitors get over the line.

Earlier, promising wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant's late surge helped Delhi Daredevils reach 168/7 as the hosts squandered a promising start by the openers after electing to bat.

Delhi rushed to a 50run opening stand in just 4.4 overs with the opening duo of Sanju Samson (39) and Sam Billings (21) sending the KKR bowlers on a leather hunt.

Samson's purple patch continued to help the home side, with the Kerala youngster slamming seven boundaries, including three off pacer Umesh Yadav's over to lay the platform for a massive total.

Billings looked good during his brief 17-ball stay, helping the ball to the ropes on two occasions before being caught behind

by Robin Uthappa off pacer Nathan Coulter-Nile.

With Delhi at 63/2 after the eighth over, Shreyas Iyer (26) and Karun Nair (21) joined forces to add 43 runs for the third wicket before the Mumbaikar was undone, in his attempt to steal a second run, by a superb throw from de Grandhomme straight on the stumps.

KKR made a brilliant comeback after the initial onslaught, to stop the flow of runs in the middle overs before Pant (38) took the attack to the opposition in the 17th over from Umesh.

Pant slammed four mammoth sixes, including a brilliant flick down the legs towards square leg, besides two boundaries as Delhi neared the 150-run mark.

Morris then struck two consecutive fours off Woakes to take Delhi to 168 with a 9-ball 16.

5th Frolic Club Football Tournament from today

DiMApUr, April 17 (MexN): The Frolic Cup Football Tournament is all set to begin its 5th edition at 10:00am on April 18 in Medziphema Town.

A press note informed that Zhaleo Rio, MLA, 5 Ghaspani II A/C will grace the occasion as Chief Guest

while Sara S Jamir, ADC, Medziphema, is the Chief Patron of the inaugural session. The tournament will feature 38 teams from all over Nagaland including one from Assam. All games will be conducted at Local Ground, Medziphema, while Nagaland Foot-

ball Referees Association will officiate the matches.

The matches on opening day are: defending champions Tseipama Youth Org. vs Town Baptist Church 'A' Medziphema Town; KYC 'B' vs The Gunners and and MVYO vs United Falcon Club.

MORNING PREMIER LEAGUE 2017

Morung United FC wins Our Correspondent Kohima | April 17

33' 73' minutes of the game with another 3 goals coming from the boot of Pirong, Seto, Zabhi in the 15' 50' 81' respectively.

The lone goal for MRH FC came through Asu in the 51' minute.

Morung United FC today defeated MRH FC 6-1 at the ongoing Morning Premier TUESDAY’s MATCH Kohima Local Ground: 6:00 AM League 2017 Season 3 here. Lithung of MRH Sunrisers vs Medical XI Morung United scored 3 goals in the 3'

KAI junior karate c’ship selections on April 22 DiMApUr, April 17 (MexN): The state level selection for the upcoming national KAI Junior Karate Championship will be

held on April 22 at Logdrum school Karate Dojo Sangtamtilla, Dimapur at 9:00am.

All the qualified instructors, chief instructor, officials of

the district association are informed to attend the above selection program without fail. For details contact 9436430264 or 9612972066.

Kerber, Murray atop Tennis rankings

MADriD, April 17 (iANS): German player Angelique Kerber continued to lead the Women's Tennis Association world rankings, released on Monday, with 7,335 points.

United States tennis player Serena Williams came in second, followed

by Czech Karolina Pliskova, reports Efe. Spanish Garbiñe Muguruza remained in the sixth spot.

Meanwhile British tennis ace Andy Murray continued to lead the men's Association of Tennis Professionals world singles rankings.

Serbian Novak Djokov-

ic came in second, followed by Swiss Stan Wawrinka and Roger Federer in third and fourth place, respectively, reports Efe. Spaniard Rafael Nadal dropped two positions to the seventh place, while Japanese Kei Nishikori jumped to the fifth position.

Srinivasan can’t represent BCCI in ICC meet, says SC New Delhi, April 17 (pTi): Former BCCI president N Srinivasan cannot represent the Board at the ICC meeting next week as he has been held guilty of conflict of interest, the Supreme Court said on Monday.

The apex court allowed BCCI's Acting Secretary Amitabh Chaudhar y to represent the cricket board at the ICC meeting on April 24 and directed BCCI CEO Rahul Johri to accompany him.

A bench headed by Jus-

tice Dipak Misra said since Srinivasan has been held guilty by the apex court for conflict of interest, he cannot be allowed to represent the BCCI in the ICC meeting.

"It is directed that Amitabh Chaudhary shall represent the BCCI in the ICC meeting and Rahul Johri shall accompany him and he (Johri) will also attend the meetings of the CEOs'," the bnech, also comprising Justices A M Khanwilkar and and D Y Chandrachud, said.

On April 10, the apex

court had said that a person, who is "ineligible" to become an office bearer in the BCCI and state cricket associations, cannot be nominated to take part in the ICC meetings.

The observations came when the counsel for the apex court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) sought a hearing on the interim plea seeking clarification on whether persons, who are rendered ineligible to hold posts in cricket bodies as per the

July 18, 2016 judgement, can be nominated as BCCI representative to take part in the ICC meeting.

Earlier, the apex court had accepted the Lodha committee's major recommendations on reforms in the BCCI, including a bar on ministers and civil servants and those above 70 from becoming its members, but left it to Parliament to decide whether it should come under RTI and betting on the game should be legalised.

Vettel loving life with revived Ferrari

First place Ferrari Formula One driver Sebastian Vettel of Germany receives the trophy after winning Bahrain Grand Prix. (REUTERS)

pANAMA, April 17 (reUTerS): On his way to winning Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix, Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel found his mind wandering already to next week's first in-season Formula One test and how much he was looking forward to it.

The four-times world champion, now seven points clear of Mercedes's Lewis Hamilton after winning two of the first three races, is enjoying his best start to a season since his dominant 2011 Red Bull campaign.

That year he also won two of the first three and went on to take his

second title.

The German, who did not start in Bahrain a year ago in a season that Ferrari completed without a win, is having the time of his life again and relishing the battle with Mercedes.

"The last half of the in-lap (after the finish) when all the fireworks were there and track was lit up, it was 'I just love what I do'. I didn’t find any words," he said.

"I’m really enjoying it, the car has been a pleasure."

Last year was the first, and to date only, no-start of Vettel's Formu-

la One career, with the car breaking down on the formation lap at the desert circuit, but Sunday proved an evening to savour.

The groundwork for a title challenge laid last year is bearing fruit.

Vettel won in Australia, finished second to Hamilton in China and was then first again in Bahrain -- a race he won with Red Bull in 2012 and 2013.

"Compared to last year, I’ve started the race. That helped," he said.

"Australia obviously was a massive boost for all the team and yeah, you can see when they are singing down there (below the podium), and the whole factory has really come alive so that’s great and we need to just make sure we keep it going.

"I think the team has obviously done a really, really great job, a lot of hard work, commitment and... things start to click," he added.

"Hopefully that sort of success now in the first couple of races helps us to build up some sort of momentum that maybe these guys (Mercedes) had in the past and the last couple of years, so they will be the ones to beat."

Mercedes have won the last three drivers' and constructors' titles but are now facing their biggest challenge of the V6 turbo hybrid era.

"We are now completely confident that our victory in Melbourne wasn’t just a one-off and that we will be at the forefront of this World Championship until the last," said Ferrari president Sergio Marchionne in a statement.

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